🔔Bell Schedule/Rotation for the Week

Monday, February 9th (Orange Day) - 1, 3, 5, 7

Tuesday, February 10th (White Day) - 2, 4, 6, 8

Wednesday, February 11th (Orange Day) - 1, 3, 5, 7

Thursday, February 12th (White Day) - 2, 1/ 2, 6, 8

Friday, February 13th (Orange Day) - 1, 3, 5, 7

📅Important Dates: Mark Your Calendar

February 16th - Holiday, no school

February 17th - Teacher workday, no school for students

📢Hawk Highlights

Announcement of Hayfield’s New Principal - Antonio DiBari The Region 6 Leadership Team is pleased to announce that Mr. Antonio DiBari has been appointed as the new principal of Hayfield Secondary School, effective February 23, 2026. Mr. DiBari brings a distinguished track record of excellence within Fairfax County Public Schools to this role. He is currently serving as the principal of Westfield High School, where his leadership has been defined by high academic achievement and the cultivation of a positive, inclusive school climate. His diverse experience includes supervising special education, mathematics, and AVID departments, ensuring a comprehensive approach to meeting the unique learning needs of all students while maintaining a rigorous focus on academic excellence.

During his tenure at Westfield, Mr. DiBari demonstrated a remarkable ability to drive rapid improvements in both student behavior and academic performance. Under his leadership, the school saw a significant reduction in chronic absenteeism, dropping from 21% to 11.4%, alongside increased math performance for students with disabilities. By implementing intentional systems of accountability, he consistently reduced out-of-school suspensions and Hearings Office referrals, aligning perfectly with Hayfield’s priority of rebuilding and sustaining a healthy school culture. Welcome Mr. DiBari!

Japanese Class Field Trip Beyond vocabulary and grammar, Japanese 1 students recently experienced culture firsthand during a visit to the National Museum of Asian Art on January 22nd. Highlights included a guided gallery tour featuring 15th-century tea bowls and byōbu folding screens, as well as a tea-tasting experience where students practiced the mindful etiquette of a traditional tea ceremony. While the art and tea were captivating, many students noted that the time spent together on the bus was their favorite part, strengthening their sense of community as they moved into the new quarter.

Middle School Pass Procedure Update:

We are writing to share an update to our hallway pass procedure that will begin February 9th. 

To help minimize instructional disruptions and support student responsibility, students will now receive four hallway passes per class, per quarter to address their needs (restroom, clinic, locker, etc.) Once all passes for a class are used, students will be expected to remain in class unless there is an exception.

Students will continue to have the opportunity to take care of their needs (restroom, clinic, locker visits) at the beginning and end of the day, during passing time between each period, and during lunch. 

We want to be clear that medical needs will always be honored. Students with documented medical conditions, health plans, or other extenuating circumstances will continue to receive appropriate accommodations. Families with questions or concerns about medical needs should contact the school nurse or administration.

Our goal with this change is not to deny students access to restrooms, but to:

• Encourage students to plan ahead
• Reduce frequent interruptions to learning
• Promote responsibility and independence

Teachers will review expectations with students, and we appreciate your partnership as we work together to create a focused and supportive learning environment.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

Plant the Moon- Middle School After-School Program

The middle school after-school program is thrilled to kick off the Plant the Moon Challenge, an exciting eight-week global science experiment. In a wonderful display of mentorship, the team is being led by four high school students—all former Hawks Stay After participants—who have returned to guide our current students through this lunar adventure.

Mulch Sale- Support Boys Lacrosse

The Mulch Sale is back by popular demand! Get your High Quality Double Shredded Hardwood mulch from JK Enterprises facilitated through Hayfield Boys Lacrosse, to support all of our student athletes and their programs! Mulch will be available for pickup or delivery on Saturday, March 28th. Kickoff Spring Break by receiving your mulch, and if needed we can spread it also!

Middle School Dance: Get your tickets on My School Bucks My School Bucks When: 2/10/26 Time: 3pm-430pm Where: Middle School Cafe

ℹ️School Counseling Information

College Partnership Program (CPP)

APPLY TO THE COLLEGE PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM This program is designed to support students interested in exploring, applying to, and enrolling in college. In accordance with FCPS' commitment to improving post-secondary outcomes for all students, CPP focuses on closing the opportunity gap by preparing students for college readiness and success through academic advising, college visits, family engagement, and preparation beyond high school. 

*To apply click the link: https://tinyurl.com/CPPAPP2026

 Application Due date: February 20, 2026

 *Eligible students: • Current 8th, 9th & 10th grade students • Current 11th grade students who entered FCPS after 1/1/25

For more information: Contact Ms. Lusk (Lead CPP Advocate)

🎭Student Activities

Upcoming Hawktivities

February 9, 2026 -

• Boys Basketball vs. Falls Church, at Hayfield (Senior Night) (4:30/5:45/7:30 PM)
• Girls Basketball vs. Falls Church, at Falls Church (4:30/5:45/7:30 PM)
• Gymnastics, Occoquan Region Championships, at Lake Braddock (6:00 PM)
• Orchestra, Tri-M Music Honor Society Winter Showcase, at Hayfield (7:00 PM)

February 10, 2026 -

• Boys Basketball vs. Edison, at Hayfield (4:30/5:45/7:30 PM)
• Girls Basketball vs. Edison, at Edison (4:30/5:45/7:30 PM)
• Speech, Super Regional Speech Tournament, at Westfield (3:30/4:00 PM)

February 11, 2026 -

• Indoor Track, Occoquan Region Championships Day 1, at PG Sportsplex (1:00 PM)

February 12, 2026 -

• Indoor Track, Occoquan Region Championships Day 2, at PG Sportsplex (1:00 PM)
• Wrestling, Occoquan Regional Tourney Day 1, at Hayfield (10:00 AM)

February 13, 2026 -

• Boys Basketball vs. Lewis, at Lewis (4:30/5:45/7:30 PM)
• Girls Basketball vs. Lewis, at Hayfield (4:30/5:45/7:30 PM)
• Swim/Dive, Occoquan Region Prelims, at Oakmont (5:30 PM)
• Drama, Courtyard Show (Snow date - 2/14/26), at Hayfield (7:00 PM)

February 14, 2026 -

• Swim/Dive, Occoquan Region Finals, at Oakmont (5:30 PM)

🎽Athlete of the Week

Thank you! HAWK PRIDE!

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