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Important Dates
March 12: PTA meeting, Cafeteria, 6 pm
March 13: Wear a fun or silly outfit OR Oak Hill Spirit Wear
March 16: Apply for Pre-K and Early Head Start, 9 to 11 a.m.
March 18: Spring pictures
March 20: No School, Eid al-Fitr
March 25: 3 hour early release @12:30. Wear your grade level shirt.
March 27: End of quarter 3, 2 hour early release @ 1:30 p.m.
March 30 through April 3: Spring Break. No school
April 6 : Teacher Workday - No school for students
April 9: Author Visit - Wendy Shang!
April 10: Teacher Work Day- No school for students
April 10: Kindergarten Orientation for rising kindergartners, 9 a.m.
April 15: Purple Up! Day- wear purple for military kids
April 21: Student holiday due to the election
April 25: 5K Race, 8 am
April 30: AAP orientation for new students, 4 p.m.
June 15: 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony (Morning, exact time TBD)
Due to the special election, Tuesday, April 21st is now an FCPS student holiday. Please make a note on your calendars. This is a change from the original FCPS calendar.
Principals Message
It was another busy week in the Wolf Pack! Last week we celebrated Read Across America Week.
 Mrs. Dolenc and students dressed up for Book Character Day.
 First graders posing with Oakie at the game.
On Friday, Oak Hill won the 6th grade basketball game with Lees Corner.
  This week we are celebrating "Stress Less, Laugh More" week with visits from alpacas and therapy dogs!
FCPS PreK and Early Head Start Open House on 3/16/26
Where: Oak Hill ES School Library
When: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Drop in any time during the event to learn about the Pre-K program and start the application process. Please pass the information along to any of your neighbors who might be interested.
The FCPS PreK and Early Head Start programs provide a high-quality early learning experience for qualifying children ages 6 weeks to 4 years old.
PreK: For children who will be age 3 or 4 by September 30, with priority given to 4-year-olds and students with multiple risk factors such as
- income eligibility
- homelessness/foster care
- Parent with limited education
- Student receiving special education services
Oak Hill ES has a pre-Kindergarten class.
Early Head Start: For children ages 6 months to 2 yearsand pregnant women who live in the Reston, Herndon, and Springfield areas. This program is not located at Oak Hill ES but you can come to the open house and apply.
More information and the online application are available here.
***Spring Individual and Class Pictures March 18th - Correction*****
Spring Individual and Class pictures are on March 18th. Ordering information will come home in your child's Friday folder. You may also order online.
Class pictures are $14.00 and can be ordered online with code FM485325 or by check to Strawbridge Studios and returned to school by the picture date. Grades 3 through 6 will take their class picture with their ACADEMIC class.
***Individual spring pictures will be taken of ALL students.** You may pre-order a package either online using the code FM499374 or by returning the envelope with payment made out to Strawbridge Studios and brought to the photographer on picture day.
Picture Day Volunteers Needed
We need Volunteers to help with picture day from 8:45 until about 3:00. Volunteers will receive a $15.00 voucher. Please email Katherine Andersen at keandersen@fcps.edu if you are available to help.
SOL Schedule
SOLs are scheduled for the following dates. Selected students may test at other times. Please try to avoid appointments on these days. Encourage your child gets a good night's sleep and eat breakfast on these days.
Reading SOL (Grades 3,4,5,6) - Tuesday, May 5th
Math SOL (Grades 3, 4, 5, 6) - Tuesday, May 12th
Science SOL (Grade 5) - Thursday, May 14th
Family Engagement Survey
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, school, and community partnerships
The survey will be available in English, Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Pashto, Spanish, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
Parents/caregivers should have received a survey link via email from FCPS on March 9. A survey link is also posted on FCPS’ website. Paper surveys are available in the office.
First Class Awards
Do you know an FCPS employee or community partner who…
- Models excellence in special education
- Positively impacts both disabled and non-disabled students
- Champions inclusive practices and mindsets
Nominate them for a First-Class Award! Nominations close March 13th!
Winners will be announced at the 2026 Special Education Family Conference!
Talent Show Auditions- Open to 4th, 5th & 6th graders ONLY
Share your talents with the Wolfpack and sign up to try out for the talent show! Talent Show auditions will take place on April 14th, 15th, and 16th, from 8:00am – 8:30am.
The application form and more information are available here.
Talent Show Audition Forms are due no later than Wednesday, April 8th at 4pm. You must have parent permission to audition for the Talent Show.
**Students (and their parents) will be notified by email with their audition date/time/location at 4pm on Friday, April 10th.** If you have questions, please contact Melissa Dolenc at MRDolenc@fcps.edu.
Request for Yearbook Photos
Do you have photos from a school event or field trip that would look great in the yearbook? Please submit them at https://plicbooks.com/go/2K21H5 to be considered for use. If you have any questions, contact Mrs. O’Malley at jmomalley@fcps.edu.
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Save the Date: Oak Hill Field Day
Get ready for one of the most exciting events of the year — Oak Hill Field Day is coming soon!
📅 April 7th (AM) – Grades 3 & 4
📅 April 7th (PM) – Grades Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd
📅 April 8th (AM) – Grades 5 & 6
Students will enjoy a morning or afternoon full of fun activities, teamwork, and school spirit!
We will be looking for parent volunteers to help make this event a success. Volunteers will cover a classroom teacher for one hour while assisting students as they rotate from station to station and helping monitor behavior. Please note volunteers may not necessarily be assigned to their child’s teacher.
Volunteer sign-ups will be sent out in the next couple of weeks — stay tuned for more details!
We can’t wait to celebrate an amazing Field Day together!
On April 9th, Oak Hill is excited to welcome author Wendy Shang for a special visit! She has written many wonderful books, including The Secret Battle of Evan Pao, American Girl: Corinne, The Great Wall of Lucy Wu, Bubble Trouble, The Rice in the Pot, and Over the Moon: The Novelization.
Be sure to read one of her books before she visits! If interested, her books are available for purchase on the PTA website. We’re looking forward to a fun and inspiring event! 📚✨
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When and Where: April 18, 2026, 8 - 2pm at Marshall High School
FCPS is pleased to announce the 2026 Special Education Family Conference - Stronger Together: Connecting Families & Schools. This no-cost, in-person event is hosted by Fairfax County Public Schools in collaboration with a host of internal and external community partners. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear a keynote address from internationally renowned educator and advocate, Dr. Shelley Moore, connect to resources, and participate in breakout sessions.
Registration requested, not required.
While this is for families, educators who attend will earn 5 recertification points.
Volunteer Opportunities are available as well.
- Children who are five by September 30, 2026 are eligible to enter kindergarten for the 2026-27 school year. For registration inquiries and to schedule an appointment to register at Oak Hill ES, please submit the Kindergarten Registration Intake Form.
- Parents are encouraged to complete their child’s registration forms via FCPS Online Registration. For any questions, please contact Oak Hill Registrar, Katherine Dillard, at KJDillard1@fcps.edu.
- Oak Hill's Kindergarten Orientation for rising kindergarteners and their parents will be on Friday, April 10th at 9 am.
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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.
Preschool Community Peers
Oak Hill Elementary School is pleased to announce that we are now enrolling community peers for the 2026-2027 school year to learn alongside preschool students with special needs participating in the early childhood special education program. The Community Peer Program provides an opportunity for preschoolers of all abilities to learn and play together in a nurturing, high-quality environment.
Children in our community, ages 3.5 to 5 years old, who meet program criteria are eligible to apply. Children selected for this program have the unique opportunity to make new friends as a member of an inclusive class community. Community peers serve as positive role models, helping support the development of language, motor, and social skills through everyday interactions.
Our early childhood special education classrooms use a child-centered approach with predictable routines that include morning meeting, work time, small-group activities, music, art, and outdoor play. Each class is led by a certified early childhood special education teacher and instructional assistant.
Families interested in the Community Peer Program should complete and submit the Community Peer Program Google Form no later than April 3, 2026. On Monday, April 13th from 2:00-2:45 we will host a mandatory meeting at Oak Hill for interested families. We will share information regarding the program with parents/guardians while the children attend a playdate with staff in the classroom next door.
Adult ESOL Classes
English As a Second Language Classes for adults are being offered this spring through FCPS Adult and Commmunity Education. More information about classes and registration can be found at Adult ESOL. You may also email adultesol@fcps.edu or call 703-658-2777 for more information.
Franklin Farm Froggers Swim Team
Calling all swimmers ages 5-18! The Franklin Farm Froggers will be opening registration to new and experienced swimmers beginning March 29th. Come join our fun Frogger family! It's the best way to spend your summer, lots of social opportunities, great teamwork and of course many splashes!
New interested family meeting will take place March 18th at 8 PM. More information is available here.
Registration dates
March 29th- Returning families
April 5th- New Franklin Farm Families
April 8th - Franklin Farm adjacent families
Swimmers must be able to pass a standard swim test to join the team and register as a member of Franklin Farm pools (memberships are available to families outside of FF). Volunteer hours for parents are required as well. We can't wait to have you be a part of our team!
Giant Food Community Bag
Oak Hill ES has been selected as the March recipient of Giant's Community Bag program. Throughout March, when you purchase a reusable Community Bag for $2.75 at the Franklin Farm Giant, $1 will be donated to Oak Hill ES!
Basketball Game
Congratulations to Oak Hill's 6th grade for their win in the Oak Hill/Lees Corner basketball game last Friday!
PTA Meeting- This Thursday!
The next PTA meeting will be in-person at 6 pm on Thursday, March 12th. Christina Moynihan of Mid-Atlantic Psychotherapy will be presenting "Play, not Pressure. Your Post-Pandemic Guide to Stronger Healthier Kids".
Most children, including those born during COVID-19, are developing typically. However, children in highly stressed families showed more emotional, social, and language vulnerabilities. Pandemic disruptions particularly affected social-emotional skills and early academics in elementary school aged children. Now, unstructured, child-led play and time with peers play a key role in supporting mental health, language, and resilience. Additionally, stable routines, supportive adults, and early intervention help children who struggle to catch up and thrive.
If attendees have any questions they would like to pre-submit, please send your question to cmoynihan@midatlantictalktherapy.com with the subject: Oak Hill PTA Meeting Question
Steam Camp and Money Camp @ Oak Hill ES
Who: Rising 4th through 7th graders
When: 3 one week sessions starting July 6, July 13, and July 20th
Time: 8:30-3:30
Register on the Oak Hill PTA website.
Money Camp is $320 per week.
Money Camp is back this year! Students get jobs, pay bills, and learn all about economic concepts through a real-life simulation, while also creating a product to sell at our Market Day! Check us out on the FCPS Facebook page!
For more information contact Mrs. O'Malley at jmomalley@fcps.edu.
Steam Camp is $350 per week.
Oak Hill STEAM Camp is here! Each day students will explore the exciting worlds of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math through hands-on experiments, creative design challenges, robotics, coding, and interactive projects. Campers won’t just learn — they’ll build, create, problem-solve, and innovate! From launching mini rockets to designing digital games and creating artistic engineering projects, every day is packed with discovery and fun.
🎨🤖🔬 Perfect for curious minds! Spots are limited so enroll today and let your child’s creativity soar!
For more information contact Ms. Payne at hopayne@fcps.edu.
 Chantilly is offering basketball camps for girls entering grades 2 through 9.
Sessions are $220 per session or $400 for both
Session 1:July 6 through 10
Session 2 July 20 through 24
Registration is at https://tinyurl.com/yf8ppu9f
For questions, email Chantillygirlsbasketball@gmail.com
FCPS Camps @ Robinson Secondary School
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 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.
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. Registration is open for these programs through Friday, June 5.
Institute for the Arts (IFTA) is a two-week camp for students currently in grades 6-11. Students select from nearly 60 classes in art, dance, music, and theater. Rising freshmen have the option to take Health and PE 9 through IFTA as well!
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.
New this year: Students in the above camps can also register for aftercare, which is available from 2 to 5 p.m.
Rising 4th through 9th grade students are invited to join the Franklin Band & Orchestra Camp this summer. This program offers a great way for students to improve their musical skills while having fun with peers. Professional staff will provide daily instruction for brass, percussion, string, and wind instruments. Students will participate in full ensemble rehearsals, small groups, and lessons specific to their instrument.
Camp Details:
Who: Rising 4th through 9th graders for Strings
Rising 5th through 9th graders for Band
Dates: June 22 through July 10 (No camp on July 3).
Time: Weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Location: Franklin Middle School, 3300 Lees Corner Rd, Chantilly, VA 20151.
Cost: $425 (Includes a camp T-shirt).
Early Bird Special: Register by April 1 to pay a reduced fee of $400.
Registration links and more information available here.
You may also email franklinbandorchcamp@gmail.com for more information.
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COMMANDERS CAMPS - Coming to Franklin MS!!
Franklin Middle School will be hosting 3 Commanders Flag Football Camps run by Flag Star Football this summer for rising 2nd through 7th graders.
Sessions are 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
July 20-24
July 27-31
August 3-7
FCPS families save $75 with code FCPSFIRSTYEAR.
For more information visit www.commanderscamps.com
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