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The Family Science Night event originally scheduled for this evening has been postponed. Please look for a new date in the Spring.
We are excited to announce our February 24th Workout Wednesday! Or WOW
In the spirit of the Olympic Games, let’s step up this month’s WOW by dressing as your favorite Olympic event (downhill skiing, figure skating, curling — or even the Jamaican bobsled team!). 😉
You can also represent a country if you prefer.
Let’s brighten the halls and shake off the winter doldrums with some Olympic spirit.
Can’t wait to see your work out wear Panthers! Go for the gold!
Last Chance to Register for Girls on the Run!
Join the Bush Hill Girls on the Run Team for the 2026 season! Registration is closes February 23. Girls in 3rd–6th grade can register here: https://www.gotrnova.org/3rd-5th-grade-program-details
The season will kick off on Tuesday, March 3rd. Practices will be Tuesdays from 8-9 am and Fridays from 4-5 pm.
Questions? Please reach out to Danielle Bierzynski (danielle.bierzynski@gmail.com) and Natalie Montero (nkmontero@fcps.edu), and we’ll share more information.
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Black History Month Celebration
FCPS Invites Families to the celebration on Wednesday, February 25th at Woodson HS.
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Family Café series - Introduction to Career Pathways for Students
- This session will discuss the various career and technical education courses available to middle and high school students in FCPS. This presentation includes information about available pathways, specialty programs and career academy opportunities.
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Thursday, February 26 at Lorton Community Center – 6:30 to 8:00pm
- Families can register using this LINK
Reminder for families: FCPS Offers Take-Home Meal Kits for Fasting Students
FCPS is offering take-home meal kits from Wednesday, February 18 to Thursday, March 19, 2026 to support students who are fasting during the school day.
Eligia Santana- Eli
Family Liaison
FCPS- Bush Hill Elementary School
Cell: 571-460-8099
Office: 703-924-5600 EXT: 5649
Hablo español
My hours are Monday- Friday 8:45am-4:15pm
- Sunday March 1 - March 15 - Read-A-Thon
- Friday March 13 - Panera Restaurant Night, 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- Wednesday March 18 - PTA General Body Meeting, 7:00 p.m. (virtual)
Thank you for Your Support!
Thank you to everyone who participated in our Silent Auction! Together with Bingo Night, we raised over $7,000, with all proceeds directly benefiting our students and staff. Your generosity helps make important programs, enrichment opportunities, and staff support possible at Bush Hill, and we are truly grateful for your continued support.
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🍎 Make Every Day Count! The Importance of Attendance
As you plan upcoming trips and other family events, please remember the importance of sending your child to school every day. Review the FCPS School Year Calendar and try to plan any time away during breaks from school.
Children who show up for school regularly develop fundamental reading and math skills while building a habit of good attendance that will carry them into college and careers. Research shows that children who were chronically absent (missing 18 days or more) in kindergarten and first grade were far less likely to read proficiently at the end of third grade.
Learn how families can help form good attendance habits.
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February 16th - Attendance Table: K-6
BHES's 2025-2026 Attendance Goal: 8% chronic absenteeism or less
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Percentage of students NOT currently chronically absent
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93.4%
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Percentage of students currently chronically absent (missed 10% or more of the school days so far this year)
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6.6%
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All unclaimed items will be donated Friday, February 27th. Please take one more look at our lost & found before Friday. Thank you.
Seussical: a Musical Embodiment of Whimsy Featuring One of our Students!
Get ready for a delightful, toe-tapping adventure as Seussical comes to the stage! This heartwarming, family-friendly musical brings Horton, the Cat in the Hat, and all your favorite Dr. Seuss characters to life and a student from our school is in the show! Not only that, but the Seussical Director is none-other than Ms. Sardone’s sister. Find all the show dates, times, and details on the Mt. Vernon Community Children’s Theatre website: www.mvcct.org/on-stage.
HAYFIELD BASEBALL PRESENTS 2026 SPRING YOUTH CLINIC
WHERE: Hayfield Secondary - Baseball Field
WHEN: March 20, 2026
TIMES: Half-Day Option: Grades K-6 -- 9am to 12pm
(Fielding/Hitting)
Full-Day Option: Grades 4-6 -- 9am to 3:00pm
(Fielding/Hitting/Pitching/Catching)
PRICE PER CHILD: $50 for half-day session
$80 for full-day session
April is the Month of the Military Child, and FCPS will be celebrating Purple Up! Day on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. This is a special day for us to come together and wear purple as a visible gesture of support for our military-connected youth. In our store, the following items are available:
T-shirt
Hoodie
Pajama pants
Key chain
Yard sign
The online store will be open Monday, February 16, 2026, through Monday, March 9, 2026.
Faculty Store (for school staff): https://www.customink.com/s/fcps-purple-up-faculty-store
Spirit Wear Store (for families): https://www.customink.com/s/fcps-purple-up-spirit-wear-store
FCPS Purple Up! T-shirts and other items are available for purchase now through Wednesday, March 11, 2026, in our Custom Ink online store. These items highlight our gratitude and appreciation for our 14,500 military-connected students and their families. #PurpleUpFCPS!
Save the date! Wednesday, April 22, 6:00-7:00 pm
Come celebrate the rich, diverse cultures that make up our unique school community! Choose a country, state or place that is special to you and your family. Share that special place with our school community through food, music, dance, clothing, etc. Presenters should fill out this form by April 15. Come celebrate, share, and connect! And stop by the Spring Book Fair while you’re here! Questions? Please reach out to Meg Lynch, mklynch1@fcps.edu.
🚀 Prepare for Summer Learning and Fun for Students
Registration is open for summer camps and learning opportunities offered by FCPS for all students.
Career and Technical Education and Fine and Performing Arts Camps
Career and Technical Education camps and Fine and Performing Arts camps will be held in July at Robinson Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS schools.
Tuition assistance is available to FCPS families eligible for free or reduced-price meals. Registration is open for these programs through Friday, June 5.
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Tech Adventure Camp (TAC) is a week-long exploratory camp designed to allow current K-5 students to explore STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math), culinary, health, trades, and business and marketing areas.
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CTE Summer Academy (CSA) is a week-long enrichment program that allows students in grades 6-11 to dive deeper into CTE program areas, develop skills, and begin career exploration. Watch this video about CTE camps.
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Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA) is a weekly fine and performing arts camp for students in grades K-5 who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students attend four daily classes in dance, music, theatre, and visual arts, and work with experienced educators who create engaging, fun classes.
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Institute for the Arts (IFTA) is a camp for students currently in grades 6-11. Students select from nearly 60 classes in art, dance, music, and theatre. Rising freshmen have the option to take Health and PE 9 through IFTA as well.
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Production Camp is a four-week summer theatre intensive for students in grades 6-11. Students in performance or technical theatre tracks rehearse, design, and build a musical in a collaborative atmosphere. The show is presented to the public at the end of camp. Read about last year’s camp.
New this year: Students in the above camps can also register for aftercare, which is available from 2 to 5 p.m.
Volunteer FCPS Helps Community Members Connect With Schools
Volunteer FCPS allows individuals to search and register for volunteer opportunities across the division. It helps ensure a safe, consistent, and welcoming environment at all of our schools. All volunteers must:
- Create a profile in Volunteer FCPS.
- Register for opportunities through Volunteer FCPS.
- Sign in and out of schools using the visitor kiosk.
At the Volunteer FCPS website, individuals can complete a volunteer orientation. Visit the Volunteer FCPS Frequently Asked Questions to learn more.
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