Message from Mrs. Briggs
Dear Spring Hill Elementary Families,
We had an action-packed week that ended with our Pep Rallies to kick-off our school year and promote our Boosterthon fundraiser.
Help us reach our $60,000 for our school ⬇️
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SIGN UP your student(s) on MyBooster.com.
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SHARE with your family/friends using the SHARE tools on MyBooster.com.
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GIVE a donation.
We’re currently at $13,000 towards our goal of $60,000. Every donation counts and brings us closer to raising funds for of our school!
Reminder: Our big Panther Fun Run is coming up on 09/26/2025! We can’t wait to celebrate with you.
Dress up each day to show your Spring Hill spirit!
Thank you again for your support of our school!
Enjoy your weekend!
Sincerely,
Amy Briggs
 Important Dates
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September 23
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Rosh Hashanah -Holiday No School
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September 25
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Interims go home to students who need improvement with academics or behavior.
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September 26
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60th Anniversary Fun Run - Boosterthon
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September 30
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Advanced Academics Information Night 5-6 pm, Cafeteria
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October 2
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Yom Kippur - Holiday No School
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October 8
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Walk & Roll to School
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October 13
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Student Holiday (No school) - Staff Development
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October 17
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Kindergarten Parent Coffee- 8:30 am (Library)
PTO General Meeting - 9:00 am (Cafeteria)
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October 20
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Diwaii - Holiday No School
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October 22
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1st Grade Parent Coffee - 8:30 am (Library)
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October 24
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2nd Grade Parent Coffee - 8:30 am (Library)
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October 27
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3rd Grade Parent Coffee - 8:30 am (Library)
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October 28
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4th Grade Parent Coffee - 8:30 am (Library)
Picture Day
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October 29
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5th Grade Parent Coffee - 8:30 am (Library)
3 HR Early Release - Students dismiss at 12:35 pm
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October 30
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6th Grade Parent Coffee - 8:30 am (Library)
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October 31
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First Quarter Ends
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2025-26 School Calendar
Safety Corner
Great News! We are scheduled to receive over 30 external permanent cameras that will be installed this school year. Although this process may not happen immediatly, we are on track for the installation of these cameras by the end of the school year.
We are also having a front vestibule installed next summer. This vestibule will only allow visitors to enter into the front office adding an addtional safety layer so when visitors walk into our building, they are not immediately in our front lobby.
Spring Hill is in the News!
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I had the amazing opportunity to share my journey of being a student at Spring Hill and now the Principal of the school I love so much. Click here to view my interviews with WTOP and WJLA, Good Morning Washington. |
National Hispanic Heritage Month
From September 15 to October 15, FCPS recognizes and celebrates the histories and cultures of the members of our community who trace their heritage to Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Learn more about National Hispanic Heritage Month.
Space Day at GMU Need Something to do this weekend?
Register your family for space day. This event is full of hands on and interactive experiences for children of all ages. Join George Mason's Space Day 2025
Join GMU on September 20 for this free, public, interactive event that brings people together to explore the science and technology driving today’s leading aerospace initiatives. Designed to educate and inspire, the day features engaging talks from experts in space exploration, along with hands-on activities, educational exhibits, and contributions from a variety of organizations in the field.
Location: Dewberry Hall, Johnson Center, George Mason University, Fairfax, Virginia
1:00 to 7:00 pm
Register to attend
🎤 Save the Date: Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. 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.
A series of Community Conversations will be held across the school division to discuss current challenges and future opportunities. These events are also a chance for you to share your thoughts and ask questions about FCPS. Events are planned for the following dates from 6 to 8 p.m.:
Discovering Character in Language Arts
Benchmark Unit 2 in Language Arts is about characters who are faced with difficult choices. Sixth grade students will learn about characters who are changed and inspired by others.
Connect with your child’s learning at school with these fun questions and hands-on activities at home:
- Question: Have you ever disagreed with a friend? How did you see things differently?
- Activity: Have your child write a diary entry from the perspective of a book character.
At the end of the unit, your child will take their unit magazine home. The magazine includes an activity calendar with fun ways to help students build on what they’re learning at each grade level. You can also find information on how to support your child’s reading at home on the Benchmark Families website.
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Get Ready for our Panther Fun Run
We’re thrilled for this year’s primary fundraiser — Panther Fun Run! Our goal is to raise $60,000 for the needs of our school, benefiting our students at Spring Hill Elementary. It’s time! You can register your student for our Panther Fun Run! Signing up is easy and comes with a fun prize for your student! ⭐
SIGN UP HERE ⭐
Why are we excited?
✅ Easy-to-use fundraising platform
✅ Character-building program
✅ Fitness celebration event for every student!
Families will gather donations through MyBooster.com by simply sharing your student’s page with friends and family. Every share makes a difference!
Students will also enjoy 'Star Quest 5,' an exciting character-building adventure where they'll learn essential values through space-themed figures and activities.
⭐ Key Dates:
💻 Sign up opens at MyBooster.com –NOW
🎉 Kickoff in school – 09/17/2025
👟 Event Day – 09/26/2025
Stay tuned for more details and follow us on social media for updates!
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Interested in learning more about the Advanced Academic Programs Continuum of Services?
Use the QR Code to read the 2025 Fall Newsletter from the AAP Office! AAP Information Session - 9/30 at 5pm
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Cell Phones Off, Learning On
Thank you for helping to support the FCPS cell phone policy by waiting to call or text your child about non-urgent matters until the school day is over. In case of an emergency, it is always best to contact our school’s front office to reach your child during class time.
Visit the FCPS Cell Phone Policy webpage to read more about usage policies by grade level and to share your feedback on the current cell phone policy.
Important Volunteer Information
Effective immediately, if you are considering volunteering more than twice this year or chaperoning a field trip (even once), you will need to sign up to be a volunteer. We would encourage you to start this process as soon as possible; there are multiple steps that may take some time. It cannot be completed at the last minute.
Please follow these steps to register as a volunteer:
- Click this link to take you the Spring Hill Volunteer Site: https://volunteer.fcps.edu/custom/501/opp_details/990
- Click Sign Up and follow the onboard instructions where you will set up an account. Please select General Volunteering – level 3. This will allow you to volunteer in all opportunities (including field trips) going forward.
- Check your inbox regularly and follow the steps to process your application speedily. You will be notified each time there is a step to complete.
All volunteers (new or returning) will register in Volunteer FCPS, complete a volunteer orientation, and be required to sign in as usual using the visitor kiosk. Some volunteers will also be required to undergo a background check. Visit the Volunteer FCPS website for details.
We thank you for helping to ensure the safety of our students!
A Message from the PTO
The PTO is excited to see you at tonight’s Block Party BBQ! We would like to remind you it is the last chance to order your Spirit Wear, and encourage all students to enter our “Dive into Reading” Poster contest and lend a hand by volunteering for our beloved Book Fair.
LAST CHANCE FOR SPIRIT WEAR SALES!
Our Panther pride is at a peak this week, as we celebrate our school with a new lineup of Spirit Wear! With a fun new design, and sizes for children and adults, we have a fit for everyone! Act now - sale ends tonight. ORDER YOUR SPIRIT WEAR TODAY!
“DIVE INTO READING” BOOK FAIR IS COMING SOON
Students can now enter our “Dive Into Reading” Book Fair Poster Contest, due September 26th. Student original artwork posters must:
- Include the theme: Dive Into Reading
- Students can use paint, markers, crayons, etc. No 3D Posters please.
- Be no larger than 14” x 22” & no smaller than 8.5” x 11”
NO NAMES on the front of the poster (write name, grade & teacher on the back). Only 1 entry per student. Place completed poster entries in the box inside the library, no later than September 26th.
The PTO would also love to see you diving into help with our Book Fair this year - CLICK HERE to VOLUNTEER
LOST & FOUND CORNER
The Lost and Found corner is rapidly growing…Be sure to label all clothing items, especially your new Spring Hill spirit wear, as without a nametag it is IMPOSSIBLE to return to the right owner! Please consider purchasing from Mabel's Labels and ensuring that your spirit wear makes it home again!
OUTSIDE SCHOOL ACTIVITIES (OSAs)
Fall OSA Classes begin next week - please be on the look out for class confirmation email/s and update PICKUP PATROL with new dismissal plans. Please also familiarize yourself with our OSA Policies especially regarding SAFE and LEGAL parking on school grounds at pickup.
Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost
Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors’ services at no cost, including weekly live online classes; on-demand 24/7 chat tutoring; essay editing; and study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests. Learn more about online tutoring with Varsity Tutors.
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