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A Message from Principal Crews
Dear Hornet Community,
What an incredible week we’ve had celebrating Read Across America and our Reading Spirit Week! From protagonist to antagonist and plot twists, crazy hair or hat day, our school was filled with imagination, laughter, and a true love of reading. Seeing our students so engaged in stories — and in one another — was a powerful reminder of how books bring us together.
Reading opens doors. It helps our students explore new worlds, understand different perspectives, and build empathy. Most importantly, it reminds us that even in challenging times, there is hope, courage, and kindness woven into every great story.
We know that beyond our school walls, the world can at times feel uncertain. With news of conflict and unrest in different parts of the world, it is especially important that our students feel what we work hard every day to provide — a place of safety, stability, and belonging. Please know that our school remains a safe and caring environment where every child is valued, supported, and protected.
At Hollin Meadows, we focus on what we can control: creating joyful learning experiences, building strong relationships, and ensuring that each student feels seen and heard. The happiness in our hallways this week was not just about spirit days — it was about connection, community, and the comfort that comes from being part of something positive and secure.
Thank you to our teachers, staff, and families for partnering with us to nurture both the minds and hearts of our students. Together, we will continue to make our school a place where learning thrives and where every Hornet feels safe, proud, and at home.
With appreciation and Hornet pride,
Jasibi Crews, Principal
 The Lorax came to Hollin Meadows for Read Across America Week!
HMES Reading Month Continues!
March 9 to 13: Read with a Buddy Week
Classes will buddy up and read together.
March 16 to 19: Read with an Author and Masked Reader Week
Author Sue Fliess visits the school on Monday, March 16. Masked Readers will be on morning news to share their favorite book. Who is behind the mask?
March 23 to 27: Read Around and About the World Week
Multicultural Parade on Thursday, March 26th (time of parade to be shared later). Students and staff are encouraged to wear traditional clothing or carry a flag, book, or something related to their family's native country.
All of March: Throughout the month, students will participate in March Madness voting on nonfiction genres. Students can also have their photo taken in the library holding their favorite book or, for primary students, a book that they read all by themselves!
🐝Thank you to Sue Conway, a volunteer and former Hollin Meadows parent, for designing the bottle cap mural and organizing this special recycling project! We appreciate you!
April 25 is Hollin Meadows Earth Day
Save the date! Hollin Meadows will celebrate Earth Day on Saturday, April 25, 2026 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.
Earth Day is a beloved tradition at Hollin Meadows, and we are excited to celebrate it again with families joining us in the HMES gardens! More details will be available soon.
Please continue collecting clean and dry plastic bottle caps and lids for our new Hollin Meadows mural! We hope to have it ready in time for our Earth Day celebration.
Examples of acceptable caps and lids:
Milk, water, juice, and sports drink tops
Laundry detergent tops
Coffee tin lids
Kindergarten Orientation for 2026–2027 School Year
Families of rising kindergarteners are warmly invited to attend our Kindergarten Orientation for the 2026–2027 school year! This special event will take place on Thursday, April 9, 2026, from 4:00–5:00 p.m. RSVP by emailing Ms. Palma at arpalma@fcps.edu.
During the orientation, families will:
- Tour our kindergarten classrooms
- Learn important information about the upcoming school year
- Meet other kindergarten families
Please enter through the main lobby upon arrival.
We are excited to welcome our newest students and their families to our school community and look forward to helping you prepare for a successful start to kindergarten.
We can’t wait to meet our Class of 2026–2027 kindergarten families!
Orientación de Kindergarten 2026–2027
¡Les invitamos cordialmente a nuestra Orientación de Kindergarten para el año escolar 2026–2027! El evento se llevará a cabo el jueves 9 de abril de 2026, de 4:00 a 5:00 p.m. RSVP enviando un correo electrónico a la Sra. Palma a arpalma@fcps.edu.
Durante la orientación, las familias podrán:
- Recorrer nuestras aulas de jardín de infantes
- Aprender información importante para el próximo año escolar
- Conoce otras familias de kindergarten
Por favor, entren por el vestíbulo principal al llegar.
¡Esperamos verles y dar la bienvenida a nuestras nuevas familias de kindergarten!
Important Dates
Explore March Family Academy Opportunities
Stay up to date on all offerings throughout March! The Family Academy is excited to offer a variety of classes, workshops, webinars, and programs for families. Find registration opportunities and more details on the “Learn With Us” tab of the FCPS Family Academy page.
Here are some examples of the webinars that are available:
⭐Webinar: Why Smart Kids Struggle
March 11, 2026 (10:00 to 11:30 a.m.)
Click here to register
Many students struggle not because of ability, but because of executive function. This session helps parents recognize these challenges and learn simple strategies to reduce overwhelm and help kids get unstuck—without nagging or doing it for them.
⭐Webinar: How to Develop Emotional Regulation with Your Child
Friday, March 13, 2026
Click here to register
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.
Family Engagement Survey to Open March 9
FCPS is administering our Family Engagement Survey, which will be open from Monday, March 9, to Monday, March 23. Your feedback is critical in helping us to better recognize, understand, respect, and address family strengths and needs in our schools.
Survey topics include:
- Welcoming environment.
- Communication.
- Student success.
- Advocacy.
- Family and school partnerships.
- Community partnerships.
The survey will be available in English, Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Pashto, Spanish, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
Parents/caregivers will receive a survey link via email from FCPS on March 9. A survey link will also be posted on FCPS’ website. Paper surveys will be available at each school. Please stay tuned for more information.
Fairfax County Health Department Measles Update
Measles is a highly contagious virus that infects 9 out of 10 people who are exposed, if unvaccinated or not immune. It has been in the news lately due to cases in Northern Virginia and among people who have traveled through local airports.
If your spring break or summer plans include traveling abroad or to an area in the United States with high measles activity, the Fairfax County Health Department encourages you to ensure your family is protected. Children 12 months and older should have 1 or 2 doses before traveling. Depending on your specific travel plans, your health care provider may also advise you to vaccinate infants 6 to 11 months old. Read more about these recommendations.
Sleep Awareness Week
The National Sleep Foundation’s Sleep Awareness Week is March 8 to 14. The observance highlights the critical link between sleep and health, both physical and mental. Read more about sleep health and sleep strategies you can try at home.
Community Conversations: Share Your Thoughts With Dr. Reid
As a listening leader, connecting with community members across our school division is critical to FCPS Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid. Her 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 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, at Westgate Elementary School.
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Wednesday, April 22, at Crestwood Elementary School.
Click on a date to register to attend that event. Registration is not required, but helps with planning, especially for child care and interpretation services. Events are open to all. Visit the superintendent’s engagement page for the most up-to-date information.
Conversaciones con la Comunidad: Comparta su Opinión con la Dra. Reid
Siendo una líder que sabe escuchar, la Dra. Reid considera muy importante conectarse e involucrarse con miembros de la comunidad en toda la división escolar. Sus reuniones Conversaciones con la Comunidad representan oportunidades para que comparta sus ideas y opiniones y para que haga las preguntas que tenga. Los eventos se realizarán en estas fechas, durante la primavera (de 6:30 a 7:30 p.m. a menos se notifiquen cambios):
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Martes, 17 de marzo, de 6:45 a 7:45 p.m., en la Escuela Primaria Glen Forest.
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Lunes, 23 de marzo, en la Escuela Primaria Ravensworth.
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Lunes, 13 de abril, en la Escuela Primaria Belle View.
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Lunes, 20 de abril, en la Escuela Primaria Westgate.
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Miércoles, 22 de abril, en la Escuela Primaria Crestwood.
Se ofrecerán servicios de Cuidado de Niños y de Traducción. Estos eventos están abiertos para todas las personas. Visite la página de participación comunitaria de la superintendente para que encuentre la información más reciente.
2026 Special Education Family Conference: Rescheduled
FCPS’ 2026 Special Education Family Conference has been rescheduled to Saturday, April 18, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Marshall High School. Updated conference details are now available on the Special Education Family Conference webpage. Please register for the event. If you registered before, please re-register for the new date. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this date change may cause and appreciate your understanding.
Rooted in Resilience, Echoes of Excellence: FCPS’ Second Annual Black History Month Celebration
The spirit of heritage and the promise of the future filled the air at Carter G. Woodson High School as FCPS held its second annual Black History Month Celebration with the theme, Rooted in Resilience: Echoes of Excellence. This year’s event was especially significant as it coincided with the 100th anniversary of the movement that became Black History Month.
Students from across the division took center stage as the true "echoes" of this excellence. The program featured student-led Moments of Pride that connected local and national history to contemporary achievements. Vernon Walton, senior pastor at the First Baptist Church of Vienna, delivered a spirited keynote speech. Another highlight of the night was the FCPS Black Excellence video tribute.
Read more about the Black history event.
Countdown to Kindergarten: Supporting a Smooth Transition
Is your child heading to kindergarten this fall? Join FCPS staff for Countdown to Kindergarten, a virtual event designed to help families prepare for this exciting transition! The webinar will take place on Friday, March 27, from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
During this webinar, families will learn practical tips and essential information to support their child's smooth and successful start to kindergarten in Fairfax County Public Schools. Register to receive the event link.
Kindergarten Registration
There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:
- Determine eligibility.
- Identify your local school.
- Gather documents.
- Fill out forms.
- Schedule an appointment (the student and one caregiver must be present).
Read more about the registration process.
Prepare for Summer Learning and Fun for Students
Registration is open or will be available soon for summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.
Career and Technical Education and Institute for the Arts Camps
Career and Technical Education camps and Institute for the 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 middle and high schools. Tuition assistance is available to FCPS families eligible for free or reduced meals.
Tech Adventure Camp (TAC) is a week-long exploratory camp that allows current K-5 students to explore STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math), culinary, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. Watch this video about CTE camps. Registration is open through Friday, June 5.
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, theater, and visual arts and work with experienced educators who create engaging, fun classes.
New this year: Students in the above camps can also register for aftercare, which is available from 2 to 5 p.m.
The Hollin Meadows Leadership Team
The Hollin Meadows team is dedicated to making our school a safe and supportive place to learn for your child. We know that the best results come from families and our school team working together. Since you often hear about your child’s day-to-day experiences before we do, please reach out with questions or concerns that you may have.
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Principal Jasibi Crews is our school leader. She is available for questions and concerns by email at jcrews1@fcps.edu.
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Assistant Principal Francesca Gilley (flgilley@fcps.edu) is the team leader for Pre-kindergarten, Grade 2, Grade 4, and Grade 6.
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Assistant Principal Daniel Seidenberg (dpseidenberg@fcps.edu) is the team leader for Grade 1, Grade 3, and Grade 5.
AP Gilley and AP Seidenberg both work with the Kindergarten team.
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Hollin Meadows Important Times
Arrive on campus: 8:00 am
Doors Open: 8:05 am
Tardy Bell: 8:20 am
Dismissal Bell: 3:05 pm
Main Office Hours: 7:45 am to 4:00 pm
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FCPS Cares
FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the good work of our Hollin Meadows staff members.
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