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MOVING FORWARD TOGETHER WITH GRATITUDE AND HOPE
Dear Fairhill Families,
Thank you for a wonderful start to the school year. We are deeply grateful for the energy, trust, and partnership you have shared with us from the very beginning. As we move into the new year, we remain firmly grounded in our shared purpose: the children. Every decision we make and every goal we set is guided by what is best for their growth, learning, and well-being.
Our commitment to our core values remains steadfast. We continue to center our work on strong relationships that nurture belonging and trust, rigorous instruction that challenges and inspires our students, and meaningful connections to our community that enrich learning beyond the classroom. These values shape our daily practices and guide how we support students, families, and staff.
As a school community, we are proud of the care, collaboration, and dedication we see each day. This strong foundation gives us confidence as we look ahead. We enter the new year with renewed optimism and hope, committed to creating a joyful, supportive, and inclusive environment where every child feels seen, valued, and encouraged to reach their full potential.
Thank you for being an essential part of this journey and for the many ways you support our students and our school community.
With gratitude and hope,
Ted and Maura
Save The Dates:
- December
- December 17th - Winter Concert 6:00 pm (5th and 6th Grades)
- Band, Chorus, and Strings
- December 18th- 6th Grade Field Trip to LJMS Winter Fine Arts
- December 22nd - January 2nd Winter Break
- January
- January 5th - First day back from Winter Break
- January 19th - Martin Luther King Jr's Birthday (No School)
- January 23rd - Fairhill Bingo 6 - 7:30 pm
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January 28th - End of Second Quarter Early Release (2 hours)
- January 29th - January 30th Student Holiday (No School)
- February
- February 5th - PTA Meeting
- February 13th - Cultural Heritage Night
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February 16th - Washington's Birthday Student Holiday
- February 17th - Teacher Workday (No School)
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February 18th - Wednesday Early Release (3 hours)
- February 23rd - 6th Grade Field Trip to Gallery of Art Museum
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Lost items?
Please come by and check out the Lost and Found for any items your student may be missing. All clothing will be donated over Winter Break.
Thank you!
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BOOK FAIR CLOSED
Thank you to all who shopped at our annual Book Fair! We are grateful for your support and hope you enjoy your new reads over Winter Break!
Need to Make a Change to Your Child’s Transportation Home
At Fairhill, the safety of our students is always our top priority. To ensure dismissal runs smoothly and safely each day, we kindly ask for your partnership.
If you need to make a change to your child’s dismissal plan, please notify the main office at least one hour before dismissal (i.e. 3:00pm). You can reach us by phone at 703-208-8100. Please note that TalkingPoints should not be used for dismissal changes, as it does not allow us to respond quickly enough during this busy time.
Thank you for your continued support in helping us keep dismissal safe, organized, and stress-free for our students and staff. We truly appreciate your cooperation!
📅 Winter Break Details
School and Office Closing Date: December 22, 2025 - January 2, 2026
School and Office Reopening Date: January 5, 2026 (The break ends on January 2nd, so the first day back is the following Monday, January 5th).
Total Break Duration: December 22, 2025 through January 2, 2026.
For general school inquiries during the break period please email
Ted Cooper at egcooper@fcps.edu or embrammer@fcps.edu.
Detalles para las vacaciones de invierno
La oficina y escuela estarán cerradas: 22 de diciembre – 2 de enero.
La oficina y escuela reabrirán: 5 de enero del 2026 (las vacaciones de invierno finalizan el 2 de enero, así que el primer día es el siguiente lunes, 5 de enero).
Fechas del descanso: 22 de diciembre del 2025 - 2 de enero del 2026
En general si tiene alguna pregunta durante las vacaciones de invierno por favor escriba al director – Ted Cooper egcooper@fcps.edu o a la Sra. Brammer embrammer@fcps.edu.
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Spanish here Winter Concert
 Spanish Here for Curriculum Night
We need your help to make the 25-26 yearbook the best it can be! When you take photos at Fairhill events, please upload your candid photos to the yearbook’s photo albums: https://plicbooks.com/go/L4WV4P . There is a dropdown menu to choose from, from grade levels to special events!
ORDER YOUR 2025/2026 YEARBOOK
Fairhill Elementary’s Yearbook, “Etched in Stone” is now on sale! Cost is $20, and must be made online at Strawbridge Yearbooks.
No extra copies will be ordered, so secure your child’s memories today! Deadline to place an order is March 20th!
Order here
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NEED TO ORDER STUDENT PICTURES?
STRAWBRIDGE PICTURE DELIVERY & CODE LOOK UP TOOL
 Order yearbook here.
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News from PTA
🎉 Celebrate Our Incredible Fairhill Staff!
Want to say thank you to the amazing teachers and staff who make Fairhill shine? 🌟 The PTA is once again partnering with GiftCrowd to make group gifting simple and heartfelt. Give any amount, add a personal message (or even a photo!), and recipients can choose gift cards from hundreds of popular brands. 👉 Click here to browse the Fairhill staff list, select “Join,” and send your appreciation in just a few seconds! All gifts need to be submitted no later than December 19th at 12PM.
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🎁 Bingo Night Needs You!
PTA’s beloved Bingo Night is coming January 23rd, and we’re collecting like-new toys and books to use as prizes for our students! Have gently used favorites at home? Drop them in the collection box located in the office and help make Bingo Night unforgettable!
The Fairhill PTA builds stronger school communities by connecting parents, teachers, and students. From fundraisers to social activities, our events contribute to a sense of unity and shared purpose, ultimately benefiting the overall growth and development of the school and its members.
Become a member or follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news. (Spanish version here)
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Help Us Erase Student Lunch Debt
Please consider donating to eliminate school lunch debt through our Educate Fairfax platform. All donations are tax deductible; you will receive a receipt for tax deduction purposes.
News from FCPS
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Literacy Resources for Winter Break
This winter break, inspire your child to have a literacy adventure! These 10 fun family activities (each one focused on specific literacy skills) are designed to help students practice their reading, writing, and creative thinking. You can keep track of your literacy adventure by printing this page and crossing off each activity as your child completes it. Check out the Winter Break Literacy Adventures Calendar for more information.
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FCPS is participating in Virginia Quality Birth to Five (VQB5). VQB5 is Virginia’s system for measuring and supporting quality in early childhood programs so children enter kindergarten ready to learn. VQB5 builds on health and safety standards by measuring the quality of teacher-child interactions and the use of the curriculum. Refer to “VQB5 for Families English/Spanish” for more information.
 Register Here
News from Community
Important Fairhill Contact Information
Fairhill Phone Numbers:
Main Office 703-208-8100
• Health Room 703-208-8110
• Cafeteria 703-208-8121
Administration e-mail addresses:
• Principal, Ted Cooper: egcooper@fcps.edu
• Assistant Principal, Maura Cotter: mkcotter@fcps.edu
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