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Dear Hayfield Community -
As we move through the third quarter, students and staff are staying focused on finishing the year strong. Academic advising is wrapping up, and students have been working closely with their counselors to thoughtfully plan their courses for next year. At the same time, classes are beginning to lean into preparation for upcoming SOLs and other state assessments that will take place later this spring. We appreciate the continued support from our families as we encourage students to stay organized, engaged, and confident in their learning as we head toward the final stretch of the school year. Please see our note below that discusses our focus on on-time attendance.
đź””Bell Schedule/Rotation for the Week of 3/9/26-3/13/26
Monday, March 9th (Orange day)- 1, 3, 5, 7
Tuesday, March 10th (White day)- 2, 4, 6, 8
Wednesday, March 11th (Orange day)- 1, 3, 5, 7
Thursday, March 12th (White day)- 2, 3/4, 6, 8
Friday, March 13th (Orange day) - 1, 3, 5, 7
đź“…Important Dates: Mark Your Calendar
Friday, March 20th- Student holiday, no school
March 30th-April 3rd- Spring Break, no school
🗨️DiBari's Dispatch
Hey Hawk Family–
It’s been another fantastic week here at Hayfield! There are a lot of great and exciting things going on here. To start with, our middle schoolers have spent the week experiencing finance park. Having a 9th grader myself, I know how important it is to try and give them a perspective about money. I was fortunate enough to join our esteemed JROTC program who was also diligently practicing for their upcoming competitions and they were crushing it. Lastly, as you will see below, we were recognized as a Gold Distinction AP School Honor. There are so many great things going on at Hayfield Secondary School.Â
I wish you all another fantastic week. As always, don’t hesitate to reach out to me with any questions, celebrations, or suggestions at asdibari@fcps.edu.Â
Go Hawks!
📢Hawk Highlights
Hayfield Earns High Honors on 2025 AP School Honor Roll
We are proud to share that the College Board has named Hayfield Secondary School to the 2025 Advanced Placement (AP) School Honor Roll. This annual recognition highlights schools that foster a strong college-going culture and maximize student readiness for higher education.
Hayfield Secondary School achieved the Gold Distinction, placing it among the top-performing schools in the county for college preparation. To earn this prestigious "Gold" status, Hayfield met rigorous benchmarks for its most recent graduating class:
- College Culture: 65% or more of the graduating cohort took at least one AP exam during high school.
- College Credit: 35% or more of the graduating cohort scored a 3 or higher on at least one AP exam.
- College Optimization: 10% or more of the graduating cohort took five or more AP exams, including at least one exam in 9th or 10th grade.
About the AP School Honor Roll
Hayfield is one of 17 FCPS high schools recognized this year. The AP program provides students the opportunity to tackle college-level coursework while still in high school, and FCPS supports this by paying the fees for the first six AP exams taken by each student. This initiative ensures our students have every opportunity to earn college credit and build the resilience needed for post-secondary success.
Congratulations to our hardworking students, dedicated teachers, and supportive families for helping Hayfield reach this golden milestone!
All Honors Choir
Congratulations to the following students on their successful audition into the All VA Honor Choir this year. These students placed in the top 6 scores of their voice parts in our district and will be representing our school and District at the All-Virginia Music event in Richmond in April.
Kayleigh Haes, Alto 1
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Aaden Alexander, 1st Alternate Tenor 1
Molly Claflin, 1st Alternate Soprano 2
Wes Forster, 2nd Alternate Tenor 2
Jacob Hong, 2nd Alternate Tenor 1
Word of the Week
This week’s word of the week champ is Eyasu Bekuretsion! He wrote the winning sentence using the word sanguine. “Even with the tight deadline, the team remained sanguine about finishing the project on time.” Great job, Eyasu!
Word Champ, Eyasu, pictured with MS SOSA, Mr. Bedard
Hayfield Winner: Reflections Entry
Our very own Hawk senior, Nick Lapertosa, has not only earned a Gold Award for Outstanding Interpretation at the county level for his Reflections entry, but he also placed at the state level! Nick is a 2nd year tutor for our Hawk Writing Center and we are very proud of him. Special thanks to our PTSA for their continued support with these programs.Â
ℹ️Important Information
Attention Class of 2026!
Please mark your calendars with these important dates as we approach graduation. Senior dues are $80.00. All online payments for fees and outstanding obligations must be completed via MySchoolBucks by Friday, May 22. Senior exams will take place between May 21 and May 29. The Senior Awards ceremony will take place on the morning of June 1. Please note that graduation rehearsal is on June 2 and June 3 from 9:00am to 12:00pm are both mandatory. The graduation ceremony will be held on Thursday, June 4th at 7:00pm at Eagle Bank Arena. More details are forthcoming in the Senior Packet next week on Schoology. Contact Adrienne Williams at anwilliams@fcps.edu if you have any questions.
Tardies and Attendance
Strong attendance and arriving on time are vital components of your student’s academic success, as the first few minutes of class often set the tone for the entire day's learning. We have noticed an increase of students consistently arriving late to 1st and 2nd periods, which results in missed instructional time and disruptions to the classroom environment. To protect the integrity of our teachers' lessons and ensure every student gets the most out of their education, we will begin monitoring tardy data more closely. Please be aware that students with chronic tardiness will be subject to disciplinary action in accordance with school policy.
Kiss and Ride
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To keep our Kiss and Ride line moving efficiently and safely, we ask that drivers remain in their vehicles and avoid parking within the active drop-off line. If you prefer to park and wait with your student until the doors officially open, please utilize the band parking lot located by the basketball courts to help keep the main thoroughfare clear. For those in the line, please continue pulling forward as space allows, dropping off your student promptly before exiting to maintain a steady flow. Our security team will be on-site directing traffic, so we appreciate your cooperation in following their guidance to ensure a smooth morning transition for all families. |
đźŽStudent Activities
Upcoming Hawktivities
 Monday, March 9
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JV Baseball: Away at St. Stephens & St. Agnes at 4:00 pm.
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V Girls Soccer: Scrimmage vs. Potomac at 5:45 pm.
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V Boys Soccer: Scrimmage vs. Potomac at 7:15 pm.
Tuesday, March 10
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V Girls Lax (Lacrosse): Scrimmage vs. North Stafford at 6:00 pm.
Wednesday, March 11
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HS Band: Assessment at West Potomac High School at 2:05 pm.
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V Boys Lax (Lacrosse): Scrimmage vs. Yorktown/West Potomac at 5:30 pm.
Thursday, March 12
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HS Band: Assessments at West Potomac High School at 1:30 pm and 5:10 pm.
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Boys Soccer: Scrimmage at South Lakes at 5:45 pm and 7:15 pm.
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Girls Soccer: Scrimmage vs. South Lakes at 5:45 pm and 7:15 pm.
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V Softball: Scrimmage at Langley at 6:00 pm.
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JV Softball: Scrimmage vs. Langley at 6:00 pm.
Friday, March 13
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MS Orchestra: Performance at Wilburn Auditorium at 4:40 pm and 6:40 pm.
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MS Band: Assessment at Sandburg at 5:00 pm.
Saturday, March 14
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MS Band: Assessment at Sandburg at 12:50 pm.
🏀 Get Ready for the 13th Annual Spring Break Basketball Camp!
The Hawks Athletics Boosters are excited to announce that registration is now officially open for our annual Spring Break Basketball Camp. Whether your student is looking to sharpen their skills or just have some active fun over the break, this is the place to be!
Event Details
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Dates: Monday, March 30 – Friday, April 3, 2026
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Location: Hayfield Secondary, 7630 Telegraph Rd., Alexandria, VA 22315
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Registration Deadline: Please RSVP by March 22nd.
How to Sign Up
To secure your spot, simply scan the QR code located on the event flyer or contact the program director for more information.
🎽Athlete of the Week
Huge shoutout to all our Winter athletes! Special shoutouts to our girls basketball program for winning the first district championship in 30 years and to Sierra Guaragno and Malakai Gagnon on finishing 3rd and 4th respectively in the ENTIRE STATE for pole vault! Keep soaring … pun intended.
Thank you! HAWK PRIDE!
Hayfield Administration
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