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🐝A Message from Principal Crews
Dear Hollin Meadows Families,
We were honored to welcome FCPS Superintendent Dr. Reid to Hollin Meadows this past week! She spent time visiting several classrooms and engaging with our amazing Hornets.
Dr. Reid shared that she felt a warm, welcoming atmosphere throughout our school and could clearly see that our students are deeply loved and cared for each day.
I am so proud of our students, staff, and community for making Hollin Meadows such a special place to learn and grow! 🐝💛
Sincerely,
Jasibi Crews, Principal
📖HMES Reading Month Continues!📖
We will finalize celebrating March Reading Month this week with our annual Read About and Around the World Week. Students are encouraged to read a book about another country, or one that takes place in another country.
Our Multicultural Parade is on Thursday, March 26, 2026. This event will begin at approximately 2:20 pm and will include all students parading in the halls of the school. Students and staff may wear traditional clothing and/or carry a flag or another object that represents their native and/or ancestral homeland.
Due to the weather dismissal on Monday, March 16th, we had to postpone our author visit to Thursday, April 23rd. Author Sue Fliess will be sharing with all K-6 students her books, her writing process, and the importance of reading. However, we were able to continue with our Masked Readers on the morning news. The students did a wonderful job listening and observing for clues as to who the Masked Reader was!
🕛Early Release on Wednesday, March 25
Wednesday, March 25th is our next early release Wednesday. Please let us know if your child’s dismissal plan will be different from our first early release Wednesday. As previously stated, your selection from the first early release date will be the selection we use for every early release date in the 2025-2026 school year.
Any changes must be made by Tuesday, March 24th. If you choose to change your child’s transportation the day of, you will need to come in person to make the change and pick your child from the front office. Please communicate any changes with the classroom teacher.
🍵Hollin Meadows’ AAP and AVID Family Coffee and Information Session
March 26 from 8:30 to 9:30 am in the cafeteria
Join us for an introduction to the AVID program and learn about the Hollin Meadows AVID Elementary initiatives from Mrs. Ullmann, AVID sponsor and HMES Literacy Specialist. Plus, hear directly from students about their goals and organizational strategies.
You will learn about FCPS AAP Initiatives and the Cluster Model for Local AAP Programs from our Advanced Academic Teacher, Mrs. Johnson.
Come connect with other families! Light refreshments will be served and interpreters will be available. There will be a question and answer session at the end of the meeting.
🌍Hollin Meadows Multicultural Fair
Date: March 26th, 2026
PTA Meeting at 5:00 PM in the gym
Multicultural Fair 5:30–7:00 PM
We are excited to invite you to our Multicultural Fair! We invite families to experience the many wonderful cultures that come together at Hollin Meadows! There will be food, a cultural fashion show, crafts, and performances.
There will be a performance by second grade students (optional) that starts at 6:00 pm in the gym.
Fashion show participants should meet at the outside gym door on the blacktop by 6:30 pm.
⭐Would you like to share something from your culture, such as food, a craft, an activity, or a song? Would your child like to participate in the cultural fashion show? If so, please contact our Assistant Principal, Mrs. Gilley by email (flgilley@fcps.edu).
🌱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!
This year's events will include our Rooted in Community Seedling Sale, the unveiling of our new bottle cap mural, art activities, and more!
Important Dates
- March 24: 5th Grade field trip to Smithsonian Museum of Natural History
- March 25: Early Release Wednesday 12:05 pm dismissal
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March 26: AVID/AAP Family Coffee (8:30 - 9:30 am)
- March 26: PTA Meeting in the gym (5:00 to 5:30 pm)
- March 26: Multicultural Fair (5:30 to 7:00 pm)
- March 27: Last day of Quarter 3: 1:05 pm dismissal
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March 30 - Friday, April 3: No school (Spring Break)
- April 6: No School (Teacher Workday)
- April 8: 4th Grade field trip to Jamestown
- April 9: HMES Kindergarten Orientation
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.
This week's top pick: Countdown to Kindergarten Webinar on March 27 from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Is your preschooler heading to kindergarten this fall? Join us 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. Click here to register for this webinar.
2026 Special Education Family Conference
The 2026 Special Education Family Conference, Stronger Together: Connecting Families and Schools, will take place on Saturday, April 18, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Marshall High School.
Dr. Shelley Moore will deliver the keynote address on The Evolution of Inclusion. It will look at how the goals of inclusion have continued to shift and evolve, as we learn more about diversity and identity. Participants will be invited to reflect on their own contexts and consider next steps for advocacy and action.
Visit the FCPS 2026 Special Education Family Conference webpage for more information, including breakout session offerings and a list of vendors that will be on site. Confirm your attendance for this year’s conference.
2026 Awards Recognizing Special Education Supporters
Nominations are open for the 2026 Fairfax County Special Education PTA (SEPTA) Awards, which recognize educators, staff, volunteers, and community members who go above and beyond to support students receiving special education services. The annual program celebrates individuals across Fairfax County Public Schools who demonstrate exceptional commitment to inclusion, support, and student success.
Honorees may include teachers, instructional assistants, administrators, therapists, volunteers, and other community members who have made a meaningful difference in the lives of students and families. Nominations are open through Friday, March 27, and can be submitted online.
Award recipients will be recognized at the SEPTA Awards Ceremony on Saturday, May 2, where families, educators, and community members will gather to celebrate those helping build more inclusive and supportive school communities. Registration details for the ceremony will be announced at a later date.
Community Conversations: Share Your Thoughts With Dr. Reid
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:
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
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):
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.
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 703-718-8300. Visit our cell phone policy webpage for more information and answers to frequently asked questions.
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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