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We are so very excited for the 4th season of Let Me Run (LMR) running club for boys at Bush Hill!! Let Me Run is a nonprofit wellness program that inspires boys to be themselves, be active, and belong. With a comprehensive curriculum that applies the power of running, we encourage boys to develop their psychological, emotional, and social health, in addition to their physical health. This amazing program helps 3rd -6th grade boys learn teamwork, build relationship skills, create friendships, grow emotionally, amplify their self-esteem, and live an active lifestyle.
Our practices will be held each Monday and Wednesday (4:00-5:15) from September 15th - November 12th. We'll have an end-of-season wrap up and celebration will be at a community 5k on Sunday, November 16th! Don't worry, there's still time to sign up! Click the link below to register.
Let Me Run Registration
Each September 15th - October 15th is National Hispanic Heritage Month. Students deserve meaningful, sustained opportunities to learn about the experiences and contributions of Hispanic and Latin Americans year-round. The celebration of National Hispanic American Heritage Month is an opportunity to honor these diverse and important stories.
Meet the Family Liaison
Hi Panthers! My name is Kate Formeller and I am the Family Liaison at Bush Hill Elementary. My goal is to help build partnerships between you, the school, and the community by providing the information, resources, and assistance needed to support your child’s academic success and overall wellbeing. Please do not hesitate to reach out with questions or assistance needed, I am here to support your family throughout the school year.
Please read below for information on upcoming events, programs, and resources.
Upcoming Bush Hill Events
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Back to School Night is this week! It will be held this Thursday, September 18th from 5:30-7:30 p.m. We hope to see you there!
- Please be aware there was a lockdown drill at Bush Hill this week. For tips on supporting your child after the drill, please see
Upcoming Community Events and Resources
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English Empowerment Centerwill offer an Intensive English Program for adult English learners who want to focus on the language and soft skills that will help them improve their employability and advancement potential. Classes are Monday-Thursday from 9:30am-1:30pm for 8-week sessions. Registration begins on Tuesday, September 16 at 11:00am at the City of Alexandria Workforce Development Center (4850 Mark Center Dr., 6th Floor, Alexandria, VA 22311). For all students, the English Empowerment Center will provide loaner laptops to ensure equitable participation.* Please see the flyer for more details: Intensive English Flyer
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The Department of Family Services will offer a FREE Virtual Dads Parenting Group starting September 22nd. Dads, enhance your parenting skills and strengthen your relationships with your children by joining our upcoming class, offered in Spanish. This virtual 12-week course starts Monday, Sept. 22, from 6-8:30 p.m. For more information call (703)324-7720 or email BuildingStrongerfamilies@fairfaxcounty.gov.
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Formed Families Together Fall Peer Support Groups for Foster, Adoptive, and Kinship parents and Caregivers are available! For more information, please see the flyer here.
Academic Events and Resources
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Varsity Tutors is a FREE tutoring service that can be accessed through your student’s Clever dashboard. For questions, please reach out to Ms. Kate.
- Interested in learning more about Schoology and how/what is used for? Family Tours is now featured in Schoology, providing navigational videos, tools, and information in multiple languages. For questions on this new feature, please reach out to Ms. Kate.
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) Family Academy: Offers FREE resources, webinars, workshops and programs throughout the year to support your child’s learning and provide support to every family.
Upcoming FCPS Webinars
To learn more and register, please click on the title below.
Bush Hill Tools and Resources
To learn more, please click on each resource below.
Have questions or need support on any of the information above? Please contact Bush Hill’s Family Liaison, Kate Formeller, for further assistance. Thank you!
Phone: (703) 924-5600
Email: Kformeller@fcps.edu
Talking Points: Kate Formeller
Edison HS would like to invite all future Eagles to run the field before the game on Friday, September 19, 2025. Future Eagles should meet at the far goal post by 6:15pm.
 EDISON EAGLES! Friday September 19th Varsity Football vs McLean! It is Feeder ngiht, all Edison Feeder students are Free with a paying adult.
We need every single one of you to show up and show your school spirit! The cost of all games is $5.00 for students and $7.00 for adults. To avoid long lines, get yourself an Edison sports pass from our athletic boosters club www.edisonboosters.org or use etix, and purchase your tickets before the game.
The game starts at 7:00 PM, so make sure to dress appropriately for the weather. If you don’t have Edison gear, don’t worry -- the Booster Club will have plenty for sale as well as Booster Club Passes! All middle school students need to be supervised by an adult while at the game and students must plan to have their rides waiting for them at 9:30 PM. GO EAGLES!
We are expecting a very large crowd so please plan on coming early
If you or your student plans to come, please take the time to discuss the relevant information below:
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No backpacks or other bags will be allowed in the stadium. (Students)
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No outside food or drinks are allowed. The concession stand will be open.
- The purpose for students who attend our varsity football games is to watch the game, cheerleaders, and band.
- We cheer for Edison and not against our opponent. All cheers should be positive.
- Students need to leave campus during dismissal from school at 2:55 p.m.
- The gates to the stadium will open at 6:00 p.m.
- All students must pre-arrange for transportation and plan to leave immediately after the game. Students who are not picked up within 30 minutes of the end of the game may not be allowed to return for subsequent games.
- Students are expected to be in the stands and not hanging out by the concession stand, bathrooms, or baseball field
- We welcome all members of the community to attend our games, but parents are needed to attend and monitor middle and elementary aged students. All attendees, regardless of age, are expected to behave responsibly.
- Anyone who leaves must pay to re-enter.
- Whistles and similar noisemakers are prohibited.
- Representatives from the Fairfax County Police Department, the Edison Administration, and the Edison Security Staff will continue to monitor the activities of our patrons in the parking lot, at the ticket gate, and inside the stadium to promote a safe and secure environment for both Edison fans, our visitors, and guests.
- Anyone caught trying to enter the game without paying will be removed and can be banned from attending future games.
Our goal is to create a positive community event. Any behaviors that take away from this goal may result in being removed from the game and not being allowed to attend future games.
Eagle PRIDE!
Upcoming Events
- Monday September 22, Chick-Fil-A Restaurant Night, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
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Wednesday September 24, PTA General Body Meeting, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
🎨Fall Enrichment Programs—last week to signup! 🏃 The PTA is excited to offer a variety of enrichment programs for Bush Hill students and families this fall. There’s something for everyone to enjoy in the afternoons!
⚠️ Note: Classes may be canceled if minimum enrollment isn’t met, so register ASAP!
Bonus: Sign up for a Kidcreate enrichment class and receive 20% off their school holiday camps!
Check out the overview with Registration links and flyers below.
 Sports Spectacular & Cheer Registration (grades K-6)
Improv Registration (grades 2-6)
Tennis Registration (grades K-6)
Let Me Run Registration - Boys running (grades 3-6)
 Kidcreate Alexandria - Clay Art Registration (grades K-2).
Draw & Paint Registration (grades 3-5)
iCook Baking Registration - (grades K-5)
STEM ExCel Registration - coding and game design (grades 1-6)
Lego Challenge League Registration (grades 4-6)
Your Best Chess Registration - (grades K-6)
Learn Music Now Registration - music (grades K-6)
Odyssey of the Mind
Odyssey of the Mind (OM) is a unique creative problem-solving program. Teams of up to 7 students solve a long-term problem and present their solution, typically involving a performance, at a regional competition in March 2026. Teams who qualify out of the regional tournament could move on to the Virginia State tournament in April and the World Finals in May!
OM emphasizes teamwork, creativity, perseverance, and having lots of fun. And most important, teams do it ALL themselves, facilitated by their coaches. Teams will begin meeting in late October/early November.
Use the link below to find out more - including this year's long-term problems for teams to choose from - and to access the sign-up form.**
The deadline to sign up is Oct. 3, 2025.
OM interest form
🌱 Join the Bush Hill Elementary Garden Club 🌳
We’re starting a Garden Club—and we’d love for students, parents, and teachers to join us!
Who: All K–6 students and parent/teacher volunteers What: A fun, hands-on club to learn gardening, conservation, and beautify our school Why: Build skills, protect the environment, and grow a thriving school garden
No experience needed! If you're interested, please fill out the following form.
Once we know how many people are interested, we’ll host an info session to share final details. The Garden Club depends entirely on volunteers—so we’d love your help to make it happen!
Spirit Wear
The Bush Hill Back-to-School Sale has been extended through 9/30! Order your spirit wear now at 25% OFF sitewide. Free shipping on orders over $75!
https://1stplace.sale/97139
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2ESZCMHT9NJ0N?#
We are reaching out to kindly ask for your support in helping us provide the best learning experience for our students. School supplies and art materials are essential tools that allow our children to explore, create, and succeed in the classroom. Any contributions you are able to make toward these supplies will make a meaningful difference. Please have all Amazon deliveries sent to your personal address and then drop off donations to the front office. We truly appreciate your generosity and continued partnership in supporting our students’ growth and success.
 SAVE THE DATE: School Picture Day is Coming!
📅 Date: Monday, October 6, 2025
📸 Pictures Available: Approximately two weeks after photo day
Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R)
The SR&R document explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses. Parents using SIS ParentVUE will be prompted to sign the document when logging in to that platform. A printable version of the document with a signature sheet is available on the SR&R webpage. This form should be signed and returned to your school’s front office by Tuesday, September 30.
 
📰 Special Education and Section 504 Newsletter
The latest issue of the Special Education and Section 504 Newsletter is now available. The newsletter is sent by FCPS’ Department of Special Services, which provides a network of support to staff, students, and families to break down barriers to learning and help students succeed as individuals.
Topics in this issue include:
- Building a Culture of Belonging — Inclusive Education at FCPS.
- Ensuring Safety for Students with Disabilities During Emergencies.
- Personal Electronic Devices for Students with Disabilities.
Subscribe to the Special Education and Section 504 Newsletter.
🌞 Celebrate Sun Day on September 21
Celebrate the launch of FCPS’ solar initiative and the arrival of 17 new electric school buses at Louise Archer Elementary School on Sunday, September 21, from 10 a.m. to noon. Come learn more about the great work FCPS is doing to reduce our carbon footprint and meet sustainability goals.
Bring the family for live music, solar story time, student-led sustainability demos, and other activities. Register for Sun Day today.
📅 Rosh Hashanah (Evening-Only Observance and Holiday)
Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown on Monday, September 22. That day is an evening-only observance day. Important events will not be held after school.
Tuesday, September 23, is a holiday for all FCPS students and staff. Schools and offices will be closed.
See the complete school year calendar.
🎤 Save the Date: Community Conversations with Superintendent Reid
Your voice matters, and Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid wants to hear from you! At FCPS, parents are partners, working with us to set our students up for long-term success at school and in life.
Join us for a series of Community Conversations that will be held across the school division to discuss current challenges and future opportunities for the school division. You may also share your thoughts with Dr. Reid and ask questions. Events are planned for the following dates from 6 to 8 p.m.:
Click on the date to register. Additional locations and registration links will be shared soon. Child care and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all.
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