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🐝A Message from Principal Crews
Dear Hollin Meadows Families,
Thank you for your wonderful support at Thursday morning’s AAP and AVID Parent Coffee. It was a pleasure to connect with so many of you. Our 4th–6th grade students did an outstanding job sharing their organizational strategies using their agendas and binders, and they truly enjoyed explaining how AVID is supporting their success in the classroom.
We also had a phenomenal turnout at our Multicultural Fair that evening. I am incredibly proud of the pride our Hornet students displayed in celebrating their cultural backgrounds. Events like these highlight the strength, diversity, and unity of our school community.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support. I truly hope all of you have a lovely Spring Break next week and that our students come back refreshed and ready for SOL testing if they are in 3rd-6th grade!
Sincerely proud,
Jasibi Crews
Principal
📖HMES Walk to Read Program
Hollin Meadows is one of the schools piloting the Walk to Read program for third grade students. Our third grade students walk to a 30-minute reading intervention block based on their specific needs and abilities. You can read more about the program in this article: Hollin Meadows: Walking Toward Success: How Hollin Meadows is Closing the Reading Gap
Click on the image below to watch a video about how we are implementing Walk to Read at Hollin Meadows. This video was presented to the Fairfax County School Board on Thursday, March 19, 2026. Click here to see a video of the Academics Matters part of the School Board meeting.
🧸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.
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.
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!
💻HMES Spring SOL Test Dates
- April 30: Reading SOL for Grade 5
- May 5: Reading SOL for Grades 4 and 6
- May 6: Reading SOL for Grade 3 and Science SOL for Grade 5
- May 12: Math SOL for Grades 3 and 5
- May 13: Math SOL for Grades 4 and 6
You can learn more about these tests by visiting the SOL Tests in Elementary and Middle Schools page on the FCPS website.
🌱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 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 (4:00 to 5:00 p.m.)
- April 10: No School (School Planning Day)
⭐Explore April Family Academy Opportunities
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.
🐝Hollin Meadows' top pick this week is one that supports our goal as an AVID elementary school:
How to Develop Organizational Skill with Your Child.
April 17, 2026 - 10:00 to 11:30 AM (Virtual)
Join us for a presentation dedicated to building organizational skills. Learn practical tips for setting up effective systems to keep your child on track. Transform frustration into focus and equip your child with the skills they need to be successful and stress-free!
Click here to register for this virtual event.
🤝Partnering with Your Child’s Middle School Virtual Events
- Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
This presentation helps families explore ways to stay connected to their students’ learning in middle school while maintaining strong family-school partnerships throughout their secondary education.
Families are invited to this virtual meeting to discuss their changing roles as middle school parents/caregivers. There will be time for questions and answers at the end of the presentation.
Registration is required, and the Zoom link will be provided via email.
Click here to register for this event.
For questions email Patricia Ramirez (paramirez@fcps.edu) from the Fairfax County Public Schools - Family and School Partnerships Office.
📅Elementary Early Release Wednesday Update for April
Tuesday, April 21, is now a teacher workday and staff development day because of a recently announced special election that will impact all FCPS schools.
Students will now have a traditional full day of instruction and be released at the regular dismissal time on April 22 and April 29, which were previously early release Wednesdays for elementary schools.
This adjustment allows our staff to still have dedicated time for planning, collaboration, and professional learning without reducing instructional time on other school days.Read Dr. Reid’s letter to elementary parents for more details.
📅Actualización sobre los Miércoles de Salida Temprana en abril
El martes 21 de abril, es ahora un día de trabajo para los maestros y de desarrollo para el personal por causa de las elecciones especiales recientemente anunciadas, que impactarán a todas las escuelas de FCPS.
Los estudiantes tendrán ahora un día completo de instrucción y saldrán a la hora regular de salida, tanto el 22 como el 29 de abril, los cuales eran antes miércoles de salida temprana para las escuelas primarias.
Estos ajustes les permiten a nuestro personal tener todavía tiempo para dedicarlo a la planeación, colaboración e instrucción profesional, sin tener que reducir el tiempo de enseñanza durante otros días de clases.
Lea la carta a los padres de estudiantes de escuela primaria de la Dra. Reid para que encuentre más detalles.
🌩️FCPS Commitment to Weather Safety
At FCPS, the safety of our students, staff, and visitors is our highest priority — no matter the season. In extreme cold, we monitor National Weather Service (NWS) guidance, adjust outdoor activities, and ensure our buildings are warm and secure. In extreme heat, we modify or cancel outdoor activities, use on-site measurements to guide athletic decisions, and promote hydration and cooling breaks.
FCPS has plans in place to provide guidance during severe weather, including storms, flooding, and tornadoes. Decisions are informed by industry best practices, weather alerts, and a commitment to keeping our school community safe and healthy year-round. Read more about weather safety, including the differences between an advisory, watch, and warning.
🌩️El Compromiso de FCPS con la Seguridad Meteorológica
En FCPS, la seguridad de nuestros estudiantes, personal y visitantes es nuestra mayor prioridad, independientemente de en qué temporada estemos. Cuando tenemos frío extremo, monitoreamos las indicaciones del Servicio Climatológico Nacional (NWS, por sus siglas en inglés), ajustamos las actividades al aire libre, y nos aseguramos de que nuestras instalaciones estén a buena temperatura y seguras. Cuando hay calor extremo, cancelamos o modificamos las actividades al aire libre, medimos la temperatura en el sitio para tomar decisiones sobre actividades atléticas, y promovemos la hidratación y la toma de recesos frecuentes para enfriar el cuerpo.
FCPS cuenta con planes que proveen directrices en momentos de clima severo, incluyendo inundaciones y tornados. Las decisiones que tomamos están basadas en el uso de las mejores prácticas de la industria, en alertas meteorológicos y en nuestro compromiso por mantener a nuestra comunidad escolar a salvo y sana, durante todo el año. Lea más acerca de la seguridad meteorológica, incluyendo cuál es la diferencia entre un “advisory” o aviso, un “watch” o alerta, y una “warning” o advertencia.
💰Provide the County Government With Feedback on its Budget
About 70% of the FCPS budget comes from the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. The Board of Supervisors is reviewing the Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Advertised Budget and considering possible adjustments before adoption in May. Opportunities to provide feedback to the county include Budget Town Hall Meetings airing on Channel 16 on Tuesday, April 7, at 7 p.m., (Springfield District) and Friday, April 10, at 6 p.m., (Franconia District).
You can also provide your input during the county’s Budget public hearings on Tuesday, April 14, at 4 p.m., and Wednesday, April 15, and Thursday, April 16, at 3 p.m. at the Government Center Board Auditorium. Register in advance to speak.
Visit the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors website to learn more about the county’s FY 2027 Budget.
💰Comparte su Opinión Sobre el Presupuesto del Gobierno del Condado
Cerca del 70% del presupuesto de FCPS proviene de la Junta de Supervisores del Condado de Fairfax. La Junta de Supervisores se encuentra revisando el Presupuesto Publicado para el Año Fiscal (FY) 2027 y considera posiblemente hacerle ajustes, antes de aprobarlo en mayo. Las oportunidades disponibles para darle su opinión al condado son las Reuniones Comunitarias sobre el Presupuesto, transmitidas en el Canal 16, el martes 7 de abril, a las 7 p.m., (Distrito de Springfield) y el viernes 10 de abril, a las 6 p.m., (Distrito de Franconia).
Usted también puede opinar durante las audiencias públicas sobre el Presupuesto que el condado realizará el martes 14 de abril, a las 4 p.m., el miércoles 15 de abril y el jueves 16 de abril, a las 3 p.m. en el Auditorio de la Junta en el Centro Gubernamental. Regístrese con antelación para tener derecho de palabra en la reunión.
Visite la página web de la Junta de Supervisores del Condado de Fairfax para que sepa más sobre el Presupuesto del condado para el año fiscal (FY, siglas en inglés) 2027.
🍽️Discover What’s New on the Menu
FCPS is excited to bring new and flavorful menu items to students while continuing to meet the high nutrition standards you trust. The school division’s registered dietitian team has developed standards to make school meals healthier while still tasting great.
Here’s what students can look forward to:
- New globally inspired dishes that offer exciting flavors from around the world.
- Fresh ingredients like whole grains, lean proteins, and plant-based options.
- Scratch-made items like homemade granola.
- Vegetarian options like the meatless Philly melt are available alongside classic favorites.
Our goal is to provide balanced, safe, and flavorful meals that support students’ learning, growth, and overall health.
Want to know what’s on the menu? Food and Nutrition Services has menus available.
🍽️Descubra qué hay de Nuevo en el Menú
En FCPS, estamos entusiasmados por presentarles a los estudiantes nuevos y sabrosos ítems en el menú, mientras mantenemos los estándares nutricionales en que usted confía. Nuestro equipo de nutricionistas licenciados han desarrollado los estándares necesarios para hacer que las comidas escolares sean sanas y sabrosas.
Esto es lo que los estudiantes podrán encontrar:
- Nuevos platos inspirados por la cocina internacional, que ofrecen sabores interesantes de todo el mundo.
- Ingredientes frescos como granos enteros, proteínas magras y opciones de origen vegetal.
- Ítems hechos en nuestra cocinas, como la granola casera.
- Opciones vegetarianas como el sándwich sin carne “Philly melt”, que están disponibles junto a otros platos clásicos que están entre los favoritos de todos.
Nuestra meta es ofrecer comidas balanceadas, seguras y sabrosas que respalden el aprendizaje, el crecimiento y la salud general de los estudiantes.
¿Quiere saber qué hay en el menú? Los Servicios de Alimentación y Nutrición tienen los menús disponibles.
🎤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.
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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