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Upcoming Events
October 28: AAP Full time Screening Process Presentation, 9:15-10:15
October 29: Chick-Fil-A Spirit Night, 4-9 pm
October 31: End of 1st quarter, 2 hour early release at 1:30
November 3 & 4: Teacher Workdays, NO SCHOOL for students
November 5: PTA meeting, 7pm, Cafeteria
November 5-7: Candy Collection
November 11: Veterans Day, No School
November 12: Veterans Day Breakfast, 8:00
November 13: Make-up Picture Day
November 14: This is Us Event, see information in PTA section below
November 19: 3 hour early release @ 12:30
November 26,27,28: Thanksgiving Holiday, No School
Hello Wolf Pack!
Our students and staff have been working so hard as we come to the close of the first quarter.
Oak Hill Family Panel
Last Wednesday, we had a fabulous family panel in which our staff was able to hear from five Oak Hill parents about their experiences in education and their hopes and dreams for their students. It was wonderful to learn from our families.
Oak Hill Family Panel
Revitalize, Restore, Replant
This week, our upper grade students have been enjoying some extra time outside. We were fortunate to be one of only a few schools selected to participate in the Revitalize, Restore, Replant program with Fairfax County Stormwater Management. Over the course of two school days, our students planted over 1,000 native plants! To learn more about this program, watch this video: Revitalize, Restore, Replant.
We were so grateful that Supervisor Kathy Smith joined us today to see this great work in action! Thank you to Mrs. O'Malley (6th grade teacher) and the Fairfax County Stormwater Management team who led our students in this great work!
 Supervisor Kathy Smith, Fairfax County Stormwater Management, and students work to plant over 1,000 native plants at Oak Hill!
Oak Hill Receives Purple Star Status
 Oak Hill Elementary School has been recognized as a Purple Star School!
The Purple Star Designation is given to schools that demonstrate a significant commitment to meeting the needs of military-connected students and families. This recognition is a direct result of our school-wide efforts to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all children, especially those whose families serve our nation.
This award is valid for three school years, beginning with the current 2025-2026 year.
We are thankful for everyone who helps make Oak Hill a welcoming and supportive place for all students, especially those with military connections.
We are looking forward to another great week in the Wolf Pack!
In partnership,
Kelly Durso, Principal
Shelia Sobeski, Assistant Principal
FCPS has purchased a new property designated as a new Western High School. No decisions have been made yet as to the boundaries or programming for this new high school, but FCPS Superintendent Michelle Reid has invited everyone to tour the new facility at an open house on Saturday, October 25, from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. The new western high school is located at 2949 Education Drive, Herndon, VA 20171.
As part of the county-wide comprehensive boundary review, FCPS has released updated maps and will hold community meetings to discuss the latest scenario. There will be a meeting on October 30 from 7 to 9:30pm at Chantilly High School to discuss the Chantilly HS and Westfield HS pyramids (which Oak Hill ES is currently included in.) You can attend in person or virtually
At the meeting, the consultant will present the latest draft boundary map (Scenario 4) and potential changes specific to the Chantilly and Westfield pyramids. Participants will also be invited to ask questions.
If you are unable to attend the meeting for our pyramid, you are welcome to attend any meeting that is convenient. View the full list of October boundary meetings.
Visit FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage for more information.
October 28th, 9:15-10:15 am in OHES Library
Open to families in Grades 2-6 only.
Please RSVP here.
Important Deadline Dates:
December 15th- Full-Time Referral Deadline for other OHES families in grades 2-6
Questions? Please be sure to visit our Oak Hill Advanced Academic website, and/or contact Cathy Lahr, Advanced Academic Resource Teacher at cclahr@fcps.edu
View the slides from the AAP Continuum of Services Presentation held earlier this month here.
The Chantilly Air and Space Chick-Fil-A at 3454 Historic Sully Way is sponsoring on Oak Hill Spirit Night on Wednesday, October 29th from 4-9 pm.
Oak Hill will receive a percentage of the proceeds. Please bring the flyer (coming home in Friday folders) if you order in-store and use code OAKHILL if you order via the mobile app. Thank you for supporting Oak Hill ES!
Oak Hill would like to invite our community 's military family members for breakfast and a short musical program beginning at 8:00 am on Wednesday, November 12th in celebration of Veterans Day. This will be followed by an opportunity to visit a classroom (if desired) and share a little bit about themselves and their service to our country.
We are very thankful for all the military family members in our school community and we want our students and staff to have an opportunity to make connections with you. We would like to invite all current and former members of our Armed Forces in the Oak Hill Community to join us for this event.
Please RSVP by November 6th.
"Miss Nelson is Missing"
Don't miss this free production of "Miss Nelson is Missing" at Rachel Carson MS on October 23rd and 24th @ 6 pm.. Doors open at 5:30 pm. Some Oak Hill alumni are in it!
 Chantilly High School Haunted House Event – Saturday, 10/25
It's that time of year again for one of our community's favorite fall events - the Chantilly High School Haunted House! Along with the Haunted House, there will be games, face painting, and refreshments for sale. Proceeds benefit the Chargers Field Hockey, Girls Lacrosse & the Swim & Dive programs. Tickets are $10 in advance ($15 at the door). To order your tickets, use the QR code or log on to www.CHSHauntedHouse.com
FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will be providing school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for all FCPS students with no out-of-pocket costs. Immunization clinics will take place from 3 to 6:30 p.m. at Willow Oaks Administrative Center on:
- Thursday, November 6
- Tuesday, November 18
- Wednesday, November 19
- Thursday, November 20
A clinic will also take place at Frost Middle School on Saturday, November 15, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Additional dates will be made available throughout the school year.
Participation is voluntary. Parents or guardians may schedule an appointment for their student. Learn more about immunization resources.
Grades in Language Arts
Progress report grades in English language arts (ELA) have changed to reflect the 2024-25 curriculum, assessments, and Standards of Learning.
FCPS is raising the bar and setting high goals! We are teaching and grading students on the skills they need by the end of the school year. Think of it as a growth chart and each quarter students are measured in progress toward end of year expectations. In light of this, first quarter grades are often lower than the other quarters as students work to reach grade-level mastery.
This is an expected part of the learning journey. We are here to support every student as they progress in learning. We are celebrating the effort and growth toward these new, higher standards! Learn more about this change in ELA grading and reporting.
Bond Referendums Support Communities
The building and renovation of Fairfax County public schools is not funded through the division’s annual operating budget. Voter-approved bonds allow payment for these projects over time. A $460 million bond referendum is on the November ballot. Read more about the 2025 Bond Referendum. Learn more about registering to vote. Make a plan to vote by Tuesday, November 4.
Volunteer Registration
We encourage all our parents interested in volunteering at school to visit Volunteer FCPS, especially if you are interested in going on field trips! Click “Learn More,” and then “Sign Up.” After you create a profile, you will view an orientation video and complete a volunteer application.
All volunteers must be registered in Volunteer FCPS. This includes individuals who volunteer to chaperone on field trips, work at book fairs, and help out regularly in classrooms, libraries, or cafeterias or who help in any unpaid capacity in the school system. Volunteers who work unsupervised with students will also be required to undergo a background check. This includes field trip volunteers.
Visit the Volunteer FCPS Frequently Asked Questions page to learn more.
FCPS Outstanding Employee Award Nominations!- Due by 11/14
To submit a nomination for an Oak Hill Elementary Outstanding Employee, please complete the nomination through this Google form. All that is required is a paragraph or two about how this employee demonstrates exceptional work. You may nominate up to one employee per category. The deadline to submit a nomination is November 14th. If you have any questions, please contact Melissa Hoffman at mahoffman@fcps.edu
Outstanding Teacher
Eligibility: Has at least three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district); librarians are included in this category.
Outstanding New Teacher
Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district); librarians are included in this category.
Outstanding New Principal
Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a building principal (in any school/school district)
Outstanding Leader
Eligibility: At least one year of experience in their current position as a Schedule-C or School-Based Administrator scale employee (that is not the building principal) at their current location
Common positions in this category: Assistant Principals, Associate Principals, Director of Student Activities, Director of Student Services
Outstanding Professional Employee
Eligibility: At least one year of experience in the current position as a Schedule-B employee or other non-instructional employee in a school that supports school leadership at their current location
Common positions in this category: School-Based Technology Specialist, Technology Support Specialist, Assessment Coach, Career Center Specialist, Instructional Coach, After-School Specialist, MTSS Coordinator, Psychologist, Social Worker, School Counselor, Safety and Security Specialist, Resource Teachers that serve in an administrative role in a school, Special Education Department Chairs that teach less than 50% of their time, Reading Specialists that do not have a regular course load/do not give grades
Outstanding Operational Employee
Eligibility: At least one year of experience in the current position as a Schedule-A or Classroom Instructional Support Scale employee at their current location
Common positions in this category: Administrative Assistant, Office Assistant, Student Information Assistant, Finance Technician, School Finance Assistant, Student Services Assistant, Registrar, Custodian, Building Supervisor, Operating Engineer, Food Services staff, Instructional Assistant, Family Liaison, Public Health Training Assistant, Safety and Security Assistant, and all hourly employees
PTA Meeting
The next PTA Meeting will be November 5th at 7pm in the OHES cafeteria. Region 5 School Board member Seema Dixit will be present and available for questions regarding any school board business including boundary questions. All are welcome to attend and participate.
Science Olympiad
Is your student interested in STEM? Science Olympiad is a school-based team STEM competition. Each team will compete to earn awards in individual events. There are 25 events. Science Olympiad is open to all 3rd - 5th graders. Cost is $50/student (or $40 for PTA members). See flyer for more details or register on the Oak Hill PTA website.
 Candy Collection
The PTA will be collecting any leftover Halloween candy to donate to the USO and U.S. military service members. Look for a donation box in the school lobby and at the kiss & ride line from November 5-7. The box inside the school will also be available during parent conferences on November 3 and 4.
This Is Us Night
Our annual This Is Us Night (formerly Multicultural Night) is coming up on Friday, November 14! We're looking forward to celebrating the cultures and communities that make Oak Hill great. We’re looking for volunteers to host booths and perform, as well as volunteers to help set up and clean up. Sign up on PTBoard under Volunteer Signups! Thank you!
PTA Reflections Contest
Calling all creators! The National PTA Reflections Competition is back, and this year’s theme is“I Belong!” Draw it, dance it, write it, film it — however you do it, just express you!
Categories: Dance choreography, Film production, Literature, Music composition, Photography, Visual Arts
Go to oakhillpta.ptboard.com for more information including:
Submission Entry Form, Rules & Guidelines link, Digital Submission link
Entries are due by Wednesday November 5, 2025. Physical entries are collected at the library. Digital entries are collected via the link on the PTA website. Placement will be announced early December, and category winners will continue on tothe county-level competition. All participants will be celebrated in Spring 2026. Email reflections@oakhillpta.org with questions.
Grade Divisions: Primary (PreK-Grade 2), Intermediate (Grades 3-5),
Middle School (Grades 6-8)
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