Message from Mrs. Briggs
Wow! What a way to end the week! Our students did an amazing job running in our fun run to celebrate our 60th anniversary. A huge thank you to our PTO and parents for helping spread the word to raise funds for our school. We had over $70,000 in donations!
Every fall, Spring Hill Elementary, proudly joins communities across the country in Blue Star Welcome Week, a time to honor and support students and families connected to the military. This year blue star week from September 27th to October 5th, is about more than recognition—it’s about building belonging. We aim to welcome military-connected students into our school family, help them feel supported, and encourage connections between our military and civilian families. In honor of our military kids please have your child wear blue on Wednesday, October 1st, 2025.
I hope you and your family have a wonderful weekend!
Sincerely,
Amy Briggs
Important Dates
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September 27-Oct. 5th
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Blue Star Welcome Week-Honoring our Military Families
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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 21
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5th Grade Field Trip
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October 22
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1st Grade Parent Coffee - 8:30 am (Library)
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October 23
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5th Grade Field Trip
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October 24
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2nd Grade Parent Coffee - 8:30 am (Library)
2nd Grade Field Trip
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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
Yearbook Cover Contest
Attention All Student Artists
Draw, Paint, or Sketch a piece of art for the 2025-2026 Yearbook Cover Contest
The first-place winner will have their artwork featured on the front cover of the 2025-2026 Yearbook.
This year we are giving a theme to assist our artists, and the theme is... " Cheers to 60 Years."
- This contest is open to ALL current Spring Hill ES Students
- Artwork must be on an 8.5x11 piece of paper (copier or printer paper is acceptable, but cardstock is preferred)
- Artwork must be positioned in portrait, not landscape format, to fit the yearbook cover.
- All Artwork must be submitted by October 24, 2025, to the front office
- We must have the student’s Name, Grade, and Teacher on the back of the artwork.
- Only one submission per student.
Spring Hill is in the News!
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Ms. Szynkowski's class is in the news! WJLA (Channel 7) came into our very own Ms. Szynkowski's class to find out how the first weeks of kindergarten are going from the perspective of the student.Click here to watch! So exciting that there is spotlight on our teachers and classrooms! |
Safety Corner
FCPS has been working closely with us to ensure the grounds are safe for all students. Today, three trees were removed so that the back pathway is now visible from all angles. In addition, we are removing the garden beds so that there is more visibility as well.
Walker Reminders
If your student is in grades 2-6 and a walker at dismissal, please remind them to remain at Door 6 if they do not see their pickup person. This is also said to them at dismissal. In addition, all 6th grade walkers should exit Door 6 and not Door 8. There are staff members on duty at Door 6 that students should wait with until their pickup person arrives. This helps with accountability in knowing who is still waiting to be picked up. They should not wait for their pickup person on the playground or blacktop. Any student not picked up by 3:50pm will be taken to the front office and a call will be made home.
K-12 School Start Times Survey
FCPS is continuing to explore options for adjusting school start times, with the primary goal of beginning the middle school day at 8 a.m. or later. In order to minimize any cost for this project, elementary and high school start times would need to shift as well.
Providing feedback opportunities for the community is a critical part of this effort. Since 2024, FCPS’ consultant has hosted five community forums and administered two surveys. A new School Start TImes Survey is open through Tuesday, September 30. It includes two options that are designed to support student well-being, align with research, balance transportation logistics, and minimize costs. Staff, parents and caregivers, students, and community members may provide input on the two options by taking the survey. Find more information about adjusting school start times.
🎤 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.:
Join Olympiad Division A!
We are excited to welcome enthusiastic students from Grades 3, 4, and 5 to participate in Olympiad Division A. This is a great opportunity to challenge yourself, sharpen your problem-solving skills, and have fun with math, logic, and critical thinking. Whether you love puzzles, numbers, or creative challenges, Division A is the perfect place to grow and shine! Please reach out to Megha Mirchandani at meghahirani@gmail.com to enquire more.
What Will the 2025 Bond Referendum on the November Ballot Fund?
The $460M bond referendum on the November ballot is expected to fund the next stages of several ongoing projects, as well as others referenced in the Capital Improvement Program (CIP).
The building and renovation of our schools is not funded through the division’s operating budget. Voter-approved bonds allow payment for these projects over time. Read more about the 2025 Bond Referendum. Learn more about registering to vote. Make a plan to vote by Tuesday, November 4.
Panther Fun Run - You Can Still Donate until 10/3/25
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
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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GMU Summer Space Camp Opportunity
Check out this amazing opportunity!.
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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
“DIVE INTO READING” BOOK FAIR
The Spring Hill PTO’s Annual Book Fair is right around the corner! With our "Dive Into Reading" theme this year, the large pod will be transformed into an aquatic adventure featuring ocean creatures like sharks, lobsters, whales, and adventurous reading tales.
A successful Book Fair needs volunteers so please consider signing up for a shift or two as we support our school community, promote literacy, and raise money for our school!
CLICK TO VOLUNTEER FOR BOOK FAIR HERE
Please note that all Book Fair volunteers must be approved through the new Fairfax County Public Schools volunteer system.
LOST & FOUND CORNER
The Lost and Found corner is rapidly growing…Be sure to label all clothing items and please consider purchasing from Mabel's Labels to ensure that your items makes it home again!
OUTSIDE SCHOOL ACTIVITIES (OSAs)
Fall OSA Classes have started - so please be sure to update PICKUP PATROL with your students' 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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