Dear Spring Hill Families,

We have had a full week of teaching and learning this week! Did you know that every grade level focuses on a 'Portrait of a Graduate skill'?  Ask your child about their skill and how they are using this skill. See picture below. I have started 'Books with Briggs' where I go into classrooms and read a book related to their Portrait of a Graduate Skill. It is the highlight of my week!

We are excited to kick off our 10 Days of Spring Hill Cheer next week! Students are highly encouraged to dress up for our spirit days leading up to winter break. Check out the schedule!

Sincerely,

Amy Briggs

Reading Updates

As our grade levels wrap up Unit 3 in Benchmark, please take a look at what students have been learning in Unit 1 & Unit 2. Once grade levels complete Unit 3, we will publish information on what they learned.

We Need Your Vote!

Your input is essential in making a decision that best serves our students and community.

Please click the link below to cast your vote on how we should best spend our Boosterthon funds. Two options are presented with pictures. 

Vote here

Safety Corner

As a reminder, please do not drop off your student at the rec-center. If you park at the rec-center, plan to walk your student across Lewinsville to ensure their safety. 

🙋‍♂️ Attendance Is Important Every Day!

Every year, absences increase in the weeks before and after winter break. Give your child the gift of education and help build a habit of attendance. Visit the FCPS website for more attendance resources.

  Important Dates

2025-26   School Calendar

Window for Full-Time AAP Referrals Closes on December 15

Parents and guardians of students in Grades 2-7 who would like their student to be considered for full-time Advanced Academic Programs (AAP) services must submit the AAP Full-Time Referral Form to Erin O'Connor no later than December 15, 2025.

Each year, families can submit a referral for full-time AAP services any time from the first day of school through December 15. No late referrals for full-time AAP services will be accepted.

Once a referral is received, our school will compile information related to the student. Then, a committee of six trained professionals from across the county will review materials to determine eligibility for full-time AAP services. 

Next Steps for Parents

Eligibility decisions are communicated by early April. Parents may request a copy of their child’s materials after February 20, 2026, by emailing [name and email address of the AART].

FCPS’ Budget Supports the Success of the Local Economy

When our schools have the resources they need, all of Fairfax County succeeds! 

FCPS is one of Fairfax County’s largest employers, and every paycheck we issue helps support local businesses, services, and housing markets. FCPS’ annual operating budget flows through our local economy — supporting jobs, purchasing goods and services, and contributing to regional stability. 

Learn more about the Fiscal Year 2027 budget and how FCPS supports the Fairfax County economy. 

Fairfax County Joint Budget Committee Meeting 

The School Board met with the Board of Supervisors on December 2 to discuss the budget forecast. View the meeting materials and learn more about FCPS' FY27 budget.

Yearbook Sales are open.

If you are interested in ordering a yearbook, you will need to order online through Strawbridge.

🍲 Food Assistance and Resource Guide

Food insecurity impacts more than 96,000 Fairfax County residents. Learn how to help and discover the many resources available to support those who need food assistance or shelter. View the county’s Human Services Resource Guide.

❄️ Prepare for Winter Weather

Winter weather will be here before you know it! Watch this video to see how weather closing decisions are made at FCPS. 

FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible, including email, text, social media, the new FCPS mobile app, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated.

Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange emergency child care if needed.

⛄ Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities

We will monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories that may prevent children from being outside. Make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outdoors. View the National Weather Service’s tips on staying safe during cold weather.

If you need assistance getting cold-weather clothing for your family, please call Fairfax County Coordinated Services Planning (CSP) at 703-222-0880. Their multilingual staff can assist with any challenges you are facing, including food, shelter, employment, financial assistance, and health.

IMPACT AID - ONLINE NOW

The Federal Impact Aid Survey is now available to complete online. 

The Federal Impact Aid program provides money to districts that enroll federally connected students. Help FCPS secure funding from the Impact Aid Program by helping us identify: 

• Military families.
• Federally connected families.
• Families living on a military base.

Please complete one form for each child in your household. Remember that only the parent that registered the student with FCPS (the ‘enrolling parent’) can fill out the Impact Aid Survey form. 

For families without access to ParentVUE, a paper copy of the form will be sent home with your student starting November 12. Your information will be kept strictly confidential.

Your support will ensure that we receive the resources for which we are eligible.

To access the Impact Aid Form from your computer or mobile device, we recommend using Google Chrome.

Step 1: CLICK HERE or type sisparent.fcps.edu into your Chrome address bar to be taken to SIS ParentVUE. If you don’t have a SIS ParentVUE account, contact your child’s school for an activation letter. 

Step 2: After you’ve logged into your ParentVue Account, look for the ‘Online Packets’ link at the top of the page. Click ‘Online Packets’.

Step 3: Next, click the ‘Federal Impact Aid Survey’ button at the bottom of the page. This will take you to the Impact Aid Survey for you to complete.

If you have multiple children in Fairfax County Public Schools, please fill out a form for each child. You will know you have completed all of the forms when you get to the final page and see a green check next to each of their names.

For questions, please email Denise Barber at DBarber@fcps.edu

🎤 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.:

• Tuesday, December 9

• Thursday, December 11

Volunteer Registration Update

Due to the overwhelming response from our community, FCPS is temporarily pausing fingerprint requirements for most Level 3 volunteers. 

If you are scheduled for an upcoming fingerprinting appointment, please cancel your appointment unless you are a mentor, host parent, or non-parent volunteer having frequent, direct, and unsupervised contact with students, which will still require fingerprinting. FCPS will be charged if individuals miss a fingerprinting appointment without canceling in advance.

Those who have already been fingerprinted will be processed to be eligible for all Level 3 opportunities. ​​​​​​​

Field trip chaperone opportunities will now be classified as Level 2 (not requiring a background check). 

To ensure continuous safety, all new volunteers are required to sign a Volunteer Certification Statement. This statement is a legal attestation confirming you have no history of violent felonies, physical/sexual crimes against children, or crimes of moral turpitude.

Want to volunteer? Visit Volunteer FCPS to find and sign up for volunteer opportunities. Contact Volunteers@fcps.edu with any questions.

A Message from the PTO

STAFF APPRECIATION CHILI LUNCHEON

We are so grateful to the amazing volunteers for helping share the warmth, gratitude, and great food with our Spring Hill staff during this year’s Chili Luncheon.

PTO MEETING

Please join us next Friday, December 19, at 9 am for our next monthly PTO Meeting. Connect with fellow parents and hear about upcoming PTO events and activities.

OSA PARKING ANNOUNCEMENT

For everyone’s safety, vehicles must not park along the emergency fire lane directly in front of the school entrance. This area must remain clear at all times.

Please use the designated parking lots on school grounds and walk to Door 1 to collect your student at pickup. Thank you for helping keep our school safe and accessible for all.

TIMBER PIZZA HONORS SPRING HILL TEACHERS - WIN A CLASS PIZZA PARTY!

Timber Pizza has launched a McLean Community Heroes campaign — and this week’s heroes are our very own Spring Hill Elementary teachers!

You can help celebrate them and win a pizza party for your class! When you purchase a pizza for our teachers (to be delivered next week), Timber Pizza will match your order and tally teacher totals. The class with the highest number of pizzas purchased will win a FREE Pizza Party — complete with pizza, beverages, and treats!  Let’s show our incredible teachers how much we appreciate them - order your pizza from Timber Pizza today!

PLANNING UNDERWAY FOR FUNFAIR 2026 - March 14, 2026

Planning is now underway for the 58th Fun Fair 2026!

Mark your calendars for March 14, 2026 when Spring Hill will once again be transformed into a lively carnival filled with games, prizes, and excitement for the whole community!

We need your help to make this beloved event a success. There are opportunities to get involved before, during, and after the big day—whether you have a few hours or a few days to spare. Click Here to view Fun Fair volunteer opportunities - sign up to be part of the FUN!  

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 clothing items return home again!  Check the Lost & Found corner in the cafeteria anytime for missing items, but anything that is labelled will make its way back to your students.

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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