 Check out what is happening at Orange Hunt:
We stopped by one of our amazing 2nd grade classrooms this week and saw some incredible math thinking in action! Students were using a tens frame to explore fact families, practice flexible thinking with numbers, and discover new ways to make connections both with math concepts and with each other. It’s exciting to see their confidence grow as they build a strong foundation in number sense.
Early Release Wednesdays - Dismissal Info
As we look toward the next early release Wednesday on 10/29, we want to share some information on how dismissal differs from the normal time. Students staying for childcare hardship are gathered and attendance is taken to ensure they are accounted for BEFORE students are dismissed to buses, SACC, Kiss & Ride and walkers. This may result in students being dismissed a bit later than 12:30. Please be patient as we ensure all student safety!
Our lists of students staying for childcare hardship have been finalized. Parents may not opt-in to staying any longer as we have set our staffing needs based on family responses. Parents can opt to have their children leave at 12:30 p.m. by calling the school prior to the next early release day – doing so will change your status for ALL the remaining early release days.
For students staying after 12:30 p.m., please limit picking your child up early between 12:30 and 3:30 p.m. to appointments only.
As a reminder, the following is a list of the remaining early release days this school year. Students are provided a lunch break prior to dismissal.
- October 29
- November 12
- December 10
- February 18
- March 18
- April 22
- May 13
Advance Academic Program Parent Info Meeting
Thursday, September 25th
9:00 AM – Mrs. Weis’ Room - 45
6:00 PM – Virtual – Please complete this Google Form
Goals of the meeting:
- Understand Fairfax County Public Schools’ philosophy on Advanced Academic Programs
- Understand how a student’s needs for advanced learning are met through a variety of services in the continuum
All are welcome!
- Important dates:
- September 25, 2025 – Parent Information Meetings (All families welcome – focus on AAP levels in FCPS) 9AM at OHES and 6PM – Virtual
- October 15, 2025 – Full-time AAP Referral form due – New to county students 3rd – 6th grade ONLY
- November 20, 2025 – Parent Information Meetings (All families welcome – focus on full-time referral) – 9AM at OHES and 6PM – Virtual
- December 15, 2025 – Full-time AAP Referral form due – Any student 2nd – 6th grade
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Kiss & Ride Registration - NEW
We are rolling out all new Kiss & Ride numbers this year. All families who will utilize OHES Kiss & Ride need to register here. New placards will be distributed to students in their Tuesday folders. Please follow the Kiss & Ride rules to ensure the safety of all students. PLEASE ONLY REGISTER ONCE! If you mistakenly did it twice, please use only one number to avoid confusion for your child and staff.
SAFETY concerns: please do not block driveways on Sydenstricker Road or the entrance driveway to the school when lined up for Kiss & Ride. DO NOT drive around cars waiting in line - please be patient and wait your turn to pull and out of the school.
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PTA News
Visit the PTA website below for all things PTA related, including activities, membership and spirit wear! https://orangehuntpta.membershiptoolkit.com/
Upcoming events:
9/24: First PTA meeting of the year. Join online or in-person at OHES.
Ensuring Student Safety: Register for Volunteer FCPS
Volunteer FCPS ensures a safe, consistent, and welcoming environment at all of our schools. All volunteers must be registered in Volunteer FCPS prior to volunteering.
Our intent is to ensure that our students feel safe and supported with each and every person they encounter at school.
As a reminder, all volunteers — and visitors to a school — are required to sign in by scanning their ID at our visitor kiosk. Visit the Volunteer FCPS Frequently Asked Questions page to learn more.
Click here to begin the process. You MUST be registered and cleared as a LEVEL 3 volunteer to go chaperone field trips. If you think you may want to chaperone a field trip, please register and sign-up as Level 3.
Click here to order your yearbook.
What's for Lunch?
Click here to see what our wonderful cafe staff is serving for breakfast and lunch each day. Be sure to create a MySchoolBucks account to add money to your student's lunch account. Even if you pack a lunch every day for your child, it's a good idea to have a few dollars on their account in case a lunch is forgotten at home. Student lunch cost is $3.25. If you need assistance, FCPS offers a free or reduced-fee lunch for students who qualify. Please see the Family Liaison section below for further information.
Health Room News
- If your child is experiencing symptoms or you're unsure whether they should attend school, please refer to our when to stay home guide.
- If your child has any new or existing health conditions (such as asthma, allergies, diabetes, seizures, or vision concerns), please complete the Health Information Form to help us support their needs.
- If your child requires medications or medical procedures during school hours, you can find all necessary forms and additional resources on our Orange Hunt Health Room website.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns — contact Ms. Emerick, our School Health Aide, at 703-913-6810, or Ms. Tritten, our School Nurse, at katritten@fcps.edu.
Cell Phone Policy - BELL TO BELL
We are a Phone-Free School! Parents and students should not be texting each other throughout the school day. Please call the office to have messages sent to your student if necessary.
Please remind your student that cell phones and personal devices (smart watches, air pods, earbuds, headsets, other items connected to the internet) must be off and away for the entire school day (bell to bell). Cell phones are also not permitted to be used as an instructional tool. If you need to contact your student during the school day, please call our front office at 703-913-6800. Learn more about FCPS’ cell phone policy, which helps students stay focused, safe, and engaged at school.
Blue Star Welcome Week
Every year, approximately 600,000 military-connected families relocate, and schools are a primary way they get integrated into their new location. Most of these families move to new duty stations, while some transition out of the military and others transition in. Most of these moves take place over the summer, and Fairfax County Public Schools is committed to ensuring our military families feel welcomed and a sense of belonging to their local community.
Blue Star Welcome Week is an opportunity for our community to welcome our military-connected families and show them our appreciation for their service and sacrifices. Throughout the week, FCPS will help ease their transition through events, messages, actions of welcome, and opportunities to make meaningful connections. Please help us welcome our military families during Blue Star Welcome Week, September 27 - October 5, 2025, and throughout the year! #BlueStarWelcomeWeekFCPS
Family Liaison Corner
Free & Reduced-Price Lunch Application Deadline Approaching
The deadline for the free/reduced price meal application is October 1st for all students, including those who need to reapply for the new school year. Apply here free and reduced-price meal benefits.
If you need help filling out the form, please contact our family liaison, Susy Layedra Funes. sdlayedafun@fcps.edu Cell: (571) 363-9137
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RECURSO DE NUESTRO ENLACE FAMILIAR
UN RECORDATORIO RAPIDO:
La fecha límite para la solicitud de comidas gratuitas o a precio reducido es el 1 de octubre para todos los estudiantes, incluyendo aquellos que necesiten volver a solicitar para el nuevo año escolar. Solicite aquí los beneficios de comidas gratuitas y a precio reducido.
Si necesita ayuda para completar el formulario, por favor contacte a nuestra enlace familiar, Susy Layedra Funes. sdlayedafun@fcps.edu Cell: (571) 363-9137
Susy Layedra Funes, Family Liaison, Orange Hunt Elementary
Email
Phone - 703-913-6800 (school main / 571-363-9137 (Work Cell)
Weekly School Spirit Day
9/26 Friday: Orange and Blue
Upcoming Events
September 25 - AAP Parent Information Meeting (see info in this newsletter)
October 2 - Yom Kippur (school closed)
October 13 - Student holiday (Staff Development Day)
October 20 - Diwali (school closed)
October 29 - Three Hour Early Dismissal (12:30 p.m.)
October 31 - Two Hour Early Dismissal (1:30 p.m. - there is no FCPS optional childcare hardship for this early dismissal ALL students will go home at 1:30 p.m.!) End of Grading Quarter
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Your Partners In Education
We are in this together!! We are thankful to have the opportunity to work with your family this year and will work every day to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for your child. Please contact us when there is a question or concern. Thank you for your support and being part of our team!
Your Partner Principals,
Karen Tuttle kmtuttle@fcps.edu
Kate Austin kbaustin@fcps.edu
Heather Mathews HMMathews@fcps.edu
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Want To Be Involved?
Visit the Orange Hunt PTA website for all sponsored events and activities.
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