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 Dear Haycock Families,
It was wonderful to welcome so many parents into the building on Friday, October 31 for the Kindergarten Book Character parade, the 6th grade Science game share, and various celebrations throughout the building.
It's hard to believe we've finished the first quarter of the 2025-26 school year. Please see dates below regarding first quarter report cards/progress reports and when they will be available in SIS ParentVUE.
Although students are not in school today or tomorrow, teachers are engaging in professional development, working on grading and report cards, and conducting parent conferences.
If you were unable to join us last week for the AAP parent information session about the spring screening process, please see the slides from that presentation here. Parent referrals for spring eligibility for full time AAP services for students in grades 2-6 are due by December 15, 2025.
We hope to see you on Wednesday evening, November 5 for the PTA Math Night family event from 6:00-8:00 p.m.
With appreciation for your partnership,
Liz Beaty, Principal embeaty@fcps.edu
Heather Boyd, AP HABoyd@fcps.edu
Krystal Styles, AP krstyles@fcps.edu
Important Upcoming Dates
November 3 and 4- Student holidays and teacher workdays
Wednesday, November 5- PTA Math Night 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Thursday, November 6- Fall picture make up day
Thursday, November 6- 4th grade field trip to the Kennedy Center to hear the NSO
Monday, November 10- First quarter report cards available for parents in SIS ParentVUE
Tuesday, November 11- Veteran's Day holiday- no school
Wednesday, November 12- First quarter report cards sent home for families without SIS ParentVUE access
Wednesday, November 12- 3 hour early release for students at 1:05 p.m.
Thursday, November 13- World Kindness Day
Friday, November 14- 2nd grade Veteran's Day Celebration 9:45 a.m. in the gym
Monday, November 17- PTA virtual meeting at 7:00 p.m.
November 17 and 18- 6th grade field trips to Camp Hemlock
November 26, 27, 28- Thanksgiving holidays- no school
FCPS 2025-26 School Year Calendar
🗳️ Election Day is Tues, 11/4 Make a Voting Plan
The 2025 Bond Referendum will be on the ballot on Tuesday, November 4. Remember to vote. Learn how bonds help build strong communities.
❤️Resources for those Impacted by Shutdown
Fairfax County is home to around 80,000 federal employees and thousands of federal contractors. Its Federal Workforce Resource Hub is intended to help navigate current and future issues for residents, government employees, active military/veterans, contractors, nonprofits and businesses who may be affected by actions, changes, or disruptions to federal services or employment.
Community Resources for Families in Need
Through partnerships with community-based organizations and other Fairfax County agencies, Fairfax County Coordinated Services Planning (CSP) provides information, referrals, and advocacy to help individuals connect with services, including: basic needs (food, shelter, clothing), financial assistance, health care services, and referrals to services and resources.
Visit the CSP websiteor call 703-222-0880 for assistance.
How to Access or Donate Food to Those in Need
View the Emergency Food Access Providers webpage to see where to access food or donate to your local food bank.
Oustanding Employee Awards - Nominations Are Open
Want to celebrate an incredible Haycock Elementary staff member? Nominations are now open for the Outstanding Employee Awards! 🎉
Recognize someone on our amazing team in categories like Outstanding Teacher, New Teacher, Principal, Leader, Professional Employee, and Operational Employee.
Submit your nominations by Friday, November 14th! Click here for more details and to access the nomination form. Let’s show our appreciation for the hard work and dedication of our fantastic staff!
📱 Download the New FCPS Mobile App!
The FCPS mobile app offers a customized platform to help keep families connected and informed, directly from their smartphones. You can download the Fairfax County Public Schools mobile app by going to the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and searching for “FCPS.”
With the app you can:
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Stay up-to-date: Get the latest news from FCPS.
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View school calendars: See events, activities, holidays, and early dismissals.
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Check school menus: See what’s for lunch and breakfast today, tomorrow, or next week.
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Tap to contact: Quickly call attendance lines or email school staff.
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Access key links: Jump to ParentVUE, Schoology, and the FCPS website in one tap.
Users can access updates and content without having to sign in, making it easy for everyone to stay informed.
Learn more about the new mobile app, including feedback from parents.
🧩Puzzle/Board Game/Lego Drive
Haycock SCA is partnering with a student created/volunteer organization called Pieces of Illumination (POI). A former Haycock student and current McLean High School student are coordinating our puzzle drive.
Pieces of Illumination gives gently used puzzles, games, and Legos to pediatric therapy centers and senior citizen centers. Additionally, POI volunteers go to various centers to work on puzzles & play games together, listen to their stories, and perform music and dance. Check out their website: https://www.poi4community.org/
A collection box will be in the front hall of Haycock starting Wednesday, November 5th until Wednesday, November 19th.
💻SIS ParentVUE End-of-Quarter Closure
The Gradebook in SIS ParentVUE and StudentVUE will be closed for the end of the first quarter from Friday, October 31, at 4 p.m. to Monday, November 10, at 6 a.m. Activate your ParentVUE account to easily access grade reports and other important information.
🏫Would you like to be a substitute teacher?
We are always looking for substitute teachers to help us out. It's a great way to be involved and become part of a great staff. Here is the link for more information and to apply to be a substitute in FCPS.
Once you have gone through the application process and background check, let us know, and we'll start calling you. Email Debbie Felix in the front office, dsfelix@fcps.edu
🍖Scouting for Food- Saturday, Nov. 8
Local Cub Scout Pack 861 will be Scouting for Food this Saturday, November 8th. Leave your donations on your front porch by 8:30am. Please help feed the hungry. Your non-perishable food donations will be delivered to SHARE of McLean who assists our neighbors facing food insecurity, economic hardships or related challenges. Thank you for your donations!
Two "Hands on" Nature Events- Sunday, 11/16
Garden Work at Haycock on 11/16 11am - 1 pm
Join us to move and spread topsoil into new garden areasand pull plants to get existing gardens clear for the winter.
Bring garden gloves, shovels and any wagons or wheelbarrows you have to share.Be sure to wear sturdy shoes and clothes for digging and moving around.
Students welcome, accompanied by adults.
No sign up needed, just meet by the playground.
Save Trees in Haycock Longfellow Park on 11/16 2-4 pm
Join us to remove invasive vines from trees in the Haycock Longfellow Park (behind the Haycock playground).
Do your part to mitigate climate change, help save trees!Trees do an excellent job storing carbon and cooling the earth.
We’ll be led by trained Tree Rescuers. No prior experience or great physical strength necessary. Supplies provided, but if you have clippers and gloves, please bring them.All ages welcome, although elementary students must be accompanied by an adult.
Directions to the meet-up location are in this Sign Up Genius.
☑️Services for Hearing-Impaired and Visually-Impaired Students
Students with sensory disabilities require special services and support to access instruction that is typically presented auditorily (by means of hearing) and visually. FCPS provides educational services to students who are deaf, hearing-impaired, or visually impaired. They are supported in various settings, including at their school site or through itinerant specialists who travel to different schools to work with students, rather than being based in a single school. Learn more about Services for Students Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing and Services for Students Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired.
❤️FCPS Cares
Take a moment to acknowledge and affirm a Haycock staff member when they go above and beyond in demonstrating care and dedication that ensures every one of our students is seen, heard, and valued. FCPS Cares.
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