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September 27 to October 5
Please join us in celebrating our military-connected students by wearing Red, White, & Blue on Wednesday October 1st!
Blue Star Welcome Week is an opportunity to empower military families to thrive as they serve. There are approximately 13,500 military-connected students enrolled in FCPS. Each year, one-third of our military families transition into or out of our district. Blue Star Welcome Week gives schools an opportunity to welcome and connect with their military families. The goal is to create a sense of belonging and ensure that our military families feel celebrated and welcomed into their school communities.
Back to School Night Resources 2025-2026
This year at Back to School Night, we had sessions with our reading, math, and advanced academics coaches. See recordings of their presentations, resources, and videos from our school board members on the Bush Hill website.
 We are looking for 2–3 volunteers to help with Picture Day on Monday, October 6th. Shifts are available from 9:15–12:00 or 12:30–3:30. As a thank you for working an entire shift, each volunteer will receive a $25 discount code toward a picture packet.
If you’re available to help, please reach out to Lisa Dial at ldial@fcps.edu
Your support makes a big difference!
Wednesday, October 8th
We encourage students and families to get walk or bike to school. It helps to learn the safety rules of the road, less traffic congestion, a shorter kiss and ride line, safer streets and strong sense of community.
So, get your walking shoes, bikes and helmets ready for the big day! We would love to see you there! We also do a bike train that meets at NewLife Church in the neighborhood and a group ride together. Look for more information as the day gets closer.
If you would like to help, please reach out to Ms. Mulcahy.
Volunteers are needed to help ensure the route is blocked off and safe for the kids to get to the school. The starting point will be the New Life Church on Trin Street. We will need people on Old Rolling Road, Brookland Road and Westchester Street. See the signup here Volunteer Signup!
Meet the Family Liaison
Hi Panthers! My name is Kate Formeller (Ms. Kate) and I am the Family Liaison at Bush Hill Elementary. My goal is to help build positive 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 contact me 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
- Join us in welcoming our military-connected families during this year’s Blue Star Welcome Week September 27th – October 5th, 2025! To learn more about this event, please click here.
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Wednesday, October 1st, is Welcoming Wednesday Spirit Day. Wear your brightest red, white, and blue to help all military-connected students, families, and staff feel extra welcome. All students, staff, and caregivers are welcome to participate!
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Friday, October 3rd, Bush Hill will have a meet and greet open to all military-connected families. Come join us for an hour of board games, fun, and a chance to meet other military families in the cafeteria starting at 4:15PM. Hope to see you there!
- Come out and join us for a night of learning together! Bush Hill is partnering with Rose Hill Elementary School to offer a FREE Parent Workshop for parents/guardians of students in 5th and 6th grade! Keeping Kids Safe in the Community with Northern Virginia Family Services will be held at Rose Hill Elementary School on Tuesday October 7th from 6-7pm in English and Spanish! Learn about the risks today’s families need to be aware of both online and in the neighborhood.
- Family Coffees (workshops open to all Bush Hill parents and guardians) will be launching soon! To provide feedback on topics and resources you are interested in learning more about, please submit this feedback form.
Academic Resources
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Varsity Tutors offers FREE tutoring services. To access Varsity Tutors, please login to the Clever dashboard and explore the different types of tutoring services offered. To view the student login guide please see here.
- One-on-one tutoring services are available. To access this year’s Family Resource Center tutoring list, please complete this interest form.
- To learn more about the Family Resource Center Tutor List, please visit this website. Please note, all arrangements made are between you and the tutor. FCPS is not responsible for these arrangements.
Community Resources
Upcoming FCPS Webinars
To learn more and register, please visit this FCPS website.
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Navigating Section 504 – Essential Knowledge for Families, October 3, 10-11:30 a.m.
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Math Strategies for Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities, October 10, 10-11:30a.m.
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Supporting Your Child with Dyslexia, October 15, 10-11:30 a.m.
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
Upcoming Events
- Wednesday October 8, Bike, Walk to School Day
- Wednesday October 8, Hangry Burger Restaurant Night, 4:00-8:00pm
- Tuesday October 21, PTA General Body Meeting, 7:00 pm (virtual)
- Saturday October 25, Fall Festival (Bush Hill ES), 12:00-2:00pm
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.
Wednesday, October 1, will be an evening-only observance day for Yom Kippur, the holiest day in Judaism. There is school that day, but important events will not occur after school. Thursday, October 2, is a holiday and schools and offices will be closed. See the complete school year calendar.
🍲 New Food Items Include Hearty Homestyle Favorites
Our new menu items debuting in September and October feature hearty homestyle favorites — including veggie chili, pictured above — and fresh global inspiration! Other new additions include:
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Breakfast: Cinnamon apple overnight oats, mini blueberry pancakes, French toast sticks, egg and cheese breakfast quesadillas and tacos, and turkey sausage and cheese bagels.
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Lunch: Teriyaki chicken stir-fry, teriyaki chickenless bites stir-fry, cheesy turkey pepperoni pasta, cheesy pasta with marinara sauce, deep dish pizza, and cheesy fiesta nachos.
Check our online menu to see when your child can try new recipes developed by FCPS’ executive chef and team of food and nutrition experts, based on student feedback.
⏰ K-12 School Start Times SurveyFCPS 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.
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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.
Where? Hayfield Secondary Baseball Field
When? October 20th & November 3rd (Rain Date November 4th)
Times? Grade K-3 9 - 11:30 AM (Fielding/Hitting)
Grades 4-6 12:30 - 3 PM (Fielding/Hitting)
Price Per Child? $55 for1 session $100 for 2 sessions
Questions? HayfieldHawkBaseball@gmail.com
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