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- Calendar
- Family Engagement Survey
- SEL Screener
- Cell Phone Reminder
- Kindergarten Registration, Orientation, and Virtual Workshop
- Register Today to Volunteer
- NEW Visitor Management System (VMS)
- Summer Learning
- Measles
- Community Resources and Activities
- March 18 - Spring Picture Day (class photos)
- March 20 - Nowruz and Eid al-Fitr (No School)
- March 25 - 3 Hour Early Release | 12:20 p.m.
- March 25 - Kindergarten Orientation | 2:00 p.m.
- March 27 - Quarter Ends Early Release | 1:20 p.m.
- March 30 - April 6 - Spring Break (No School)
- April 10 - Student Holiday (No School)
- April 21 - Election Day (No School)
Eid al-Fitr and Nowruz (evening only observance day, holiday)
Thursday, March 19, is an evening only observance day for Eid al-Fitr, which begins at sundown. Friday, March 20, is a holiday and all schools and offices.
Quarter End/Early Release
Friday, March 27, is the last day of the third quarter and early release for students. See the complete school year calendar.
April Statewide Election: No School for Students
There will be no school for students on Tuesday, April 21, for the Virginia statewide election. Student activities, athletic practices, and events may proceed as scheduled.
Fairfax County Public Schools will still exceed the required number of instructional hours for students, as set by the Virginia Department of Education.
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. Email Marily Grotz, Family Liaison, at mgrotz@fcps.edu to request a paper copy of the survey in the language of your choice.
The Social and Emotional Learning SEL Spring Screener window has officially opened and will be open until March 27th. The screener will be administered to all students in grades 3 through 6 unless the student has opted out. For more information, please visit FCPS’ Social Emotional Screener site.
https://www.fcps.edu/student-tests-and-assessments/student-assessment-details/social-emotional-screener/notification-letters
Phones Off, Learning On
FCPS’ cell phone policy helps students focus, learn, and engage. When students put their phones away, they have more face-to-face interactions with their peers and teachers and more opportunities to develop resilience and problem-solving skills. Please remind your child that:
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Cell phones and personal devices (earbuds, headsets, other items connected to the internet) must be off and away for the entire school day (bell to bell).
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Smart watches that serve a dual purpose may be worn, but the phone features (texting, Internet viewing, and calls) are to be off when phone use is prohibited.
If you need to contact your child during the school day, please call our front office at (703)924-4500. Visit our cell phone policy webpage for more information and answers to frequently asked questions.
Learn About Kindergarten at Hayfield Elementary
Our kindergarten open house is being held on Wednesday, March 25 at 2:00 p.m. to give parents of students entering school in August an opportunity to learn more about kindergarten at our school.
We recognize that parents are their children’s first teachers. Resources on the School Readiness and Transition to Kindergarten webpage provide parents with ways to support their children to help ensure a smooth transition to kindergarten.
There’s also an easy-to-follow five-step process outlined for registering your child for kindergarten. Register your child today! For more information, contact our Student Information Assistant, Jailene Acevedo, by phone at 703-924-4507 to set up an appointment.
FCPS offers support and resources for all families to help with registration and the transition to kindergarten. For support in other languages, please visit the FCPS Registration webpage.
Countdown to Kindergarten - Virtual Workshop
Friday, March 27, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Register here
Is your preschooler heading to kindergarten this fall? Join FCPS Family Resource Center for Countdown to Kindergarten, a virtual event designed to help families prepare for this exciting transition!
During this webinar, families will learn practical tips and essential information to support your child's smooth and successful start to kindergarten in Fairfax County Public Schools.
With Spring Field Trips coming up, we need to make sure all chaperones are registered in the Volunteer FCPS system. There have been some changes to the requirements of volunteers. All Hayfield Elementary volunteers must be registered in Volunteer FCPS. Field Trip volunteers should select Level 2.
Go to Volunteer FCPS and select Field Trip Chaperone – All Grades (or select the grade if an opportunity is active) to create your profile. You must complete the next steps before your application can be accepted.
- Watch the orientation video
- Select OK at the bottom of the window (do not close the window)
- Fill in and submit the application
Once you have completed those 3 steps, your application will be approved by Marily Grotz, Family Liaison, and your registration will be complete. It may take a few days to receive confirmation. For opportunity specific questions about the Volunteer FCPS registration process please email mgrotz@fcps.edu.
Volunteer FCPS allows individuals to search and register for volunteer opportunities. It helps ensure a safe, consistent, and welcoming environment here at Hayfield Elementary School. All volunteers are required to be registered.
Visit the Volunteer FCPS Frequently Asked Questions for more information.
We are excited to announce that our school is now using the new Raptor Visitor Management System (VMS). This upgrade is part of our school’s and FCPS’ ongoing commitment to enhancing school safety and streamlining the process for visitors at our school. The VMS ensures that no visitor is on the sex offender registry.
For most visitors, the user experience will be the same when you check-in at the front office.
But now there is also an app, which can make check-in’s even faster at school. Visitors who choose to download the RaptorSafe App and create a Raptor Passport can pre-verify their information before they get to school. The app will give you a QR code you can use when you check-in at school.
If you have questions or need assistance with the new system, please contact our front office. Thank you for your partnership in keeping our schools safe!
Camp Fairfax Summer 2026 Registration Opens next week, March 17, 2026. Camp Fairfax serves rising 1st through 7th graders and is held at public schools and community centers throughout Fairfax County. Breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack are provided. A sliding fee scale is available.
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.
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.
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Free Income Tax Preparation Services |
Did you or your family make less than $69,000 in 2025? The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program provides free help preparing your tax return and maximizing refunds and tax credits. Visit one of the four VITA locations in Fairfax County to work with our VITA volunteers on your tax return. Plan your visit by knowing what documents to bring and viewing the full site schedule.
 Reading Opens the World Book Drive and Family Literacy Fair
30,000 FREE BOOKS for Families and Educators!
Saturday, March 14th at 10:00 a.m. through 2:00 p.m.
Lorton Community Center at 9520 Richmond Hwy, Lorton VA
Parents and guardians are welcome to choose up to 10 free books per child for home. Educators and school staff may choose up to 50 free books for their classrooms. Fun family activities including a DJ and free arts and crafts. Hundreds of Lego brick boxes available while supplies last.
To register in advance go to www.firstbook.org/AFT
For more information, please contact Jack Delaney at jdelaney@fcft.org
Stuff the Bus | March 14th | 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Lorton Lidl
9001 White Spruce Way, Lorton, VA 22079
To benefit Lorton Community Action Center (LCAC)
Huntsman Giant
7501 Huntsman Blvd., Springfield
To benefit ECHO
https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services/stuff-the-bus
Hayfield Baseball 2026 Spring Youth Clinic
Date: March 20, 2026
Location: Hayfield Secondary Baseball Field
Half Day Grades K-6: 9am-12pm Cost: $50 (Fielding/Hitting)
Full Day Grades 4-6: 9am-3pm Cost: $80 (Fielding/Hitting/Pitching/Catching)
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