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Important Dates
January 12-16 ST Math Family Week- details below
January 17: PTA Skate Night at SkateQuest in Reston, 6 to 8 pm
January 19: MLK Holiday- no School
January 28: End of 2nd quarter. 2 hour early release @ 1:30 pm
January 29 and 30: No School. Staff Development day/Teacher workday
Happy New Year, Wolf Pack!
Welcome back and Happy New Year! I hope your winter break was filled with joy, relaxation, and precious time spent with family and friends. It is wonderful to see our hallways buzzing with energy once again as our students return refreshed and ready to learn. There is always a special sense of renewal that comes with the start of January, and we are eager to channel that enthusiasm back into our classrooms. We have missed our students' curiosity and spirit, and we are thrilled to have our Wolf Pack back together to kick off the second half of the school year.
As we transition back into our school routines, our focus remains on fostering a supportive environment where every child can excel. We truly value your continued partnership in making Oak Hill a place of growth and belonging.
In partnership,
Kelly Durso, Principal
Shelia Sobeski, Assistant Principal
P.S. Check out the freshly paved path to Oak Hill!
Check out our freshly paved walking path!
 Students have adjusted well to being back at school.
Come together as a community for students in K-6 for 5 nights the week of January 12, 2026, with delightful math games and stories - all on your own time and from the comfort of your own home. All content will be available for free directly to all families in English and Spanish. You can visit the website at https://www.mindresearch.org/fairfax-math-week/.
Through rich story-based mathematics experiences, math week offers families an opportunity to experience math, literacy, history, and geography in a positive way. The games and stories feature several countries including Lesotho, Madagascar, Ghana, and China.
All content will be available completely free on the website starting January 12, 2026. To access the games, families will be able to simply click on the day of the week and find their child's grade and language.
Families can play for as little as 15 minutes or replay over and over lasting more than an hour on any given night. For families that want to reduce screen time, we will have physical print options for access to the content and games as well.
Use the games and stories on our website or dust off your favorite math game and play it as a family.
Any and ALL math experiences outside of a normal week count. Our goal is for FCPS to experience 3,000,000 minutes of math outside of the school day. Join us!
Imagine a world where young people feel empowered, encouraged, and understood. Mentors can make that world a reality by helping young people find and follow their passions, excel in school, and thrive wherever they are.Learn more about Mentoring Month.
Research has shown that young people with at least one trusted mentor are less likely to skip school, less likely to use illegal drugs or drink alcohol, and more prepared to enter college or the workforce. Yet one in three children lack a mentor.
All it takes is one person to serve as a trusted adult to help change a young person’s path in life. Mentors provide attention, support, and enrichment, and help connect their mentees to resources that may help them on their journey in life.
The FCPS MentorWorks program matches mentors with students in schools near where they live or work. They meet for at least 30 minutes a week. Learn more about how to become a mentor for an FCPS student. Contact Martha Macdonald, mentoring specialist, for additional information at mmacdonald@fcps.edu.
Skate Night
Join us on Saturday, January 17th from 6-8 pm at SkateQuest Reston for our Skate Night! The cost is $10 per person and includes your skate rental! Tickets can be preordered or look for the Oak Hill PTA table to buy your tickets at the door. Cash or credit card will be accepted.
January PTA Meeting
Our next PTA meeting will be on Wednesday, January 21st at 7pm. This will be a virtual meeting. More information to come.
Winter After School Activities and Clubs
As we begin 2026, we're looking forward to a great lineup of after school activities and clubs. Registration begins this Thursday, January 8th and closes January 15th!
Register for Little Scholars Offerings here -
- Mondays: 2/2, 2/9, 2/23, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23, 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11 (12 total)
Chess, grades K-6 $339/student
Wizards and Wonders, grades 3-6, $281/student
- Tuesdays: 2/3, 2/10, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 4/7, 4/14, 4/21, 4/28, 5/5 (12 total)
Culture Exchange Club, grades 3-6, $371/student
Yogis, grades K-2, $281/student
- Wednesdays: 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 5/6, 5/13 (11 total)
The Art of Snacks, grades K-2, $344/student
Miniature Makers Workshop, grades 3-6, $344/student
- Thursdays: 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/9, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30 (12 total)
Globetrotters, grades K-3, $281/student
Kindness Club, grades 3-6, $242/student
Here are the descriptions of the classes.
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The Art of Snacks: Students become "snack artisans" to learn the art of preparing healthy nibbles. This class fosters a love for food, creativity, and healthy habits while making tasty masterpieces.
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Chess: Led by Silver Knights Chess Academy, this class covers everything from basic rules to advanced strategies. Students receive all supplies and can participate in practice games and tournaments (in-person and online).
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Culture Exchange Club: Students explore the world through diverse cuisines, music, and discussions on global affairs. It is a journey to celebrate cultural diversity and expand horizons.
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Globetrotters: A special journey to different countries to learn about unique traditions and celebrations. Students explore native art, music, and games from around the globe.
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Kindness Club: Students take the lead on service projects to make a real impact in the community. This club focuses on building compassion, teamwork, and leadership skills.
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Miniature Makers Workshop: Students use everyday materials and imagination to design 3D scenes, characters, and tiny treasures. This hands-on class helps develop fine motor skills and creative expression.
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Wizards and Wonders: A world of enchantment focusing on storytelling, character creation, and costume design. Students engage in drama games and acting exercises to bring wizarding tales to life.
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Yogis: Students foster strength through yoga poses, meditations, and breathing techniques. These sessions use interactive games to help students apply yoga practices to their school classrooms and social interactions.
After School Clubs:
Register for after Oak Hill after school clubs here:
Geography Club, Mondays, 2/2, 2/9, 2/23, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23 (7 classes total), grades 2-4, Ms. Payne’s classroom, $100/student
Ultimate Frisbee, Mondays, 3/2, 3/9, 3/23, 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4 (7 classes total), grades 5-6, Outdoor field (gym if inclement weather), $75/student. This club teaches physical agility and the basics of backhand and forehand (Flick) throws. Rocky Run PE Teacher Erik Hayes is the instructor.
Cricket Explorers Club, Tuesdays, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24 (10 classes total), grades 2-6, Gym, $250/student. This class helps students learn the fundamentals of the game while building confidence and having fun. All skill levels are welcome to join. For more information, please contact Tallal Zia at TallalZia@yahoo.com or call 518-852-0944.
Note: All necessary cricket gear will be provided for student use.
Creative Writing Club, Thursdays, 1/15, 1/22, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26 (10 classes total), grades 4-6, Ms. Wright’s classroom, $100/student
Questions?
Visit www.oakhillpta.org or email president@oakhillpta.org.
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