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Middle School Transition Fair (March 4. Upcoming) Fairfax County Public Schools Career and Transition Services invites families of elementary and middle school students receiving special education services to attend the Middle School Transition Fair. Families will learn about high school planning, postsecondary options, employment supports, Supported Decision Making, and self-determination. A family panel and resource fair are included.
Resource for parents:
- Lord of Life Lutheran Church Spring 2026 English Classes
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7-9 p.m. Beginning March 10, 2026
Placement tests in person at Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 5114 Twinbrook Rd. Fairfax,
Flyers (English) (Spanish) (Korean) (Vietnamese) Contact: learnenglish@lordoflifeva.org
Workshops for parents:
You’re Not Doing It Wrong: Parenting Through “Bumps” with Neurodivergent Kids
Friday, March 6, 10-11:30 a.m.
Parenting a neurodivergent child evolves in stages, often in unexpected ways. This webinar explores how parental roles shift over time and introduces a three-phase framework to help parents navigate change with clarity, curiosity, and intention—building more confident, responsive leadership along the way.
Register here
BIS Part 3: How to Develop Emotional Regulation with Your Child
Friday, March 13, 10-11:30 a.m.
Join us to explore how to move beyond stopping challenging behavior and instead focus on teaching the core skills of recognizing, understanding, and responding to emotions in healthy ways. Walk away with tools leading to a calmer family life.
Register here
Purple Up! Store Now Open (Orders due March 9)- Fairfax County Public Schools will celebrate Purple Up! Day on April 15, 2026 in honor of the Month of the Military Child. Purple Up! spirit wear is now available through our Custom Ink pop-up store. Items include T-shirts, hoodies, pajama pants, key chains, and yard signs.
Countdown to Kindergarten (March 27. Virtual Event. Upcoming.) Is your preschooler heading to kindergarten this fall? Families are invited to join this virtual webinar to learn practical tips and essential information to support a smooth transition into kindergarten in FCPS.
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)
Read‑A‑Thon 2026 — Let’s Get Reading!
March is Read Across America month, and we’re excited to kick it off with our Read‑A‑Thon from March 1–15! Encourage your child to read each night and help build a lifelong love of books.
Prizes will be awarded for classes with most minutes read & most funds raised. Plus, reading rewards for the top 2 readers from each grade and top reader overall!
Please check the packet that came home this week for all the details including your student’s reading log.
Use the link below to register your student and easily collect donations via Givebacks.
Bush Hill Read-A-Thon Website
You do not need to register or collect donations to participate! Just track your student’s minutes read on their reading log.
Reading logs are due March 16–20, and winners will be announced before spring break.
Thank you for supporting our BHES readers—we can’t wait to see how much they read! 📖✨
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The 2026 Special Education Family Conference has been rescheduled to April 18, 2026 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at George C. Marshall High School, 7731 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22043. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this date change may cause and appreciate your understanding.
Updated conference details are now available on the Special Education Family Conference webpage. Newsletter content and additional communications will be available in an upcoming Principal’s Toolkit.
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February 23rd - 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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7.2%
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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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92.8%
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A study of weather-related absences in Massachusetts found that each missed day affected a student’s test scores and grades. This was especially true on snowy days when school stayed open but some students missed class.
Hana El-Baba
School Counselor, M.Ed.
Bush Hill Elementary School
Grades: 2, 4, 6
Office: 703-924-5600
Seussical: a Musical Embodiment of Whimsy and Delight
Get ready for a colorful, toe-tapping adventure as Seussical comes to the stage! This family-friendly musical brings Horton, the Cat in the Hat, and all your favorite Dr. Seuss characters to life in a joyful celebration of imagination, kindness, and unforgettable songs. To add to the excitement, a current Bush Hill student is in the show, and Ms. Sardone's sister is the Director! Tickets and more details can be found at mvcct.org/on-stage.
Showtimes:
- March 7 @ 2pm & 7pm
- March 8 @ 3pm
- March 14 @ 2pm & 7pm
- March 15 @ 3pm
Bryant High School
2709 Popkins Lane
Alexandria, VA 22306
Perfect for all ages—don’t miss it!
Community Conversations: Share Your Thoughts With Dr. Reid
As a listening leader, connecting with community members across our school division is critical to Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid. Dr. Reid’s Community Conversations are opportunities for you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Events will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. (unless otherwise noted) on:
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Tuesday, March 3, at Waples Mill Elementary School.
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Tuesday, March 17, from 6:45 to 7:45 p.m., at Glen Forest Elementary School.
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Monday, March 23, at Ravensworth Elementary School.
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Monday, April 13, at Belle View Elementary School.
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Monday, April 20, Westgate Elementary School.
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Wednesday, April 22, at Crestwood Elementary School.
Child care and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all. Visit the superintendent’s engagement page for the most up-to-date information.
Celebrating the Power of School Breakfast
Multiple studies show that school breakfasts are important in supporting overall student health by improving students’ diets and combating food insecurity. Students who eat school breakfast consume more fruit and fiber than their peers.
This National School Breakfast Week, FCPS Food and Nutrition Services reminds families that they are dedicated to providing flavorful, healthy, sustainable, and student-focused meals. New menu items have been launched this year based on student feedback.
Would you like to know what’s for breakfast? Nutrition Services has printable menus available.
Pre-K and Early Head Start Programs
FCPS Pre-K and Early Head Start programs provide a high-quality early learning experience for qualifying children with economic and educational risk factors, ages 6 weeks to 4 years, living in Fairfax County.
- Pre-K prioritizes 4-year-old applicants but also accepts applications for children who will be 3 years old by September 30 of the same year.
- Early Head Start is located at three elementary schools — Clearview, Crestwood, and Dogwood — and accepts applications from pregnancy to 2 years old.
Families are encouraged to apply as soon as possible; space is limited and provided based on need, not on a first-come, first-served basis.
Applications are accepted online, by email, by mail, or in person at the program office at 7423 Camp Alger Avenue, Falls Church, Virginia 22042.
If you have a question about the application process or status, please call 703-208-7900 (English) or 703-208-7901 (Spanish).
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