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Dear Haycock Families,
Our teachers and students finished the third quarter strong. Friday's read-in day was a fun way to close out the quarter and spend time enjoying reading together. It's incredibly hard to believe we are beginning the last quarter of the 2025-26 school year.
Please note below all the important upcoming dates and activities for our students. The April 22 three hour early release Wednesday has been canceled. Additionally, there are three teacher workdays in April- April 6, April 10, and now April 21 due to the special election. There is no school for students on these dates. Teachers will be grading, planning, and engaging in professional development on those teacher workdays.
We are sharing the SOL testing dates again below. We ask that you avoid making appointments or picking up early on your child's SOL testing day.
Thank you to the families who have offered a home to one of our 10 baby turtles (the number keeps growing). We are deeply appreciative of this collective effort to find good homes for the little ones.
We wish you and your family a wonderful and relaxing spring break. We look forward to seeing our students back at Haycock on Tuesday, April 7.
Happy Easter to those who celebrate.🌷
With appreciation for your partnership,
Liz Beaty, Principal embeaty@fcps.edu
Heather Boyd, AP HABoyd@fcps.edu
Krystal Styles, AP krstyles@fcps.edu
📆Important Upcoming Dates
March 30-April 3- Spring Break- no school
Monday, April 6- Teacher workday, no school for students
Thursday, April 9- 6th graders visit Longfellow MS
Friday, April 10- School Planning day, no school for students
Monday, April 13- 1st grade field trip to National Inventions Hall of Fame Museum (Hepner)
Tuesday, April 14- Parent access to 3rd quarter grades in SIS ParentVUE
Wednesday, April 15- Paper copies of report cards go home for those families that have requested that
Friday, April 17- 1st grade field trip to National Inventions Hall of Fame Museum (Kuhn)
Saturday, April 18- Special Education Family Conference- Stronger Together: Connecting Families and Schools at Marshall HS 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 18- Haycock PTA Silent Auction
Monday, April 20- 1st grade field trip to National Inventions Hall of Fame Museum (Myers)
Tuesday, April 21- No school for students due to the special election-work day for teachers
Friday, April 24- 1st grade field trip to National Inventions Hall of Fame Museum (Surber)
Friday, April 24- 3rd grade field trip to Smithsonian Natural History Museum
Wednesday, April 29- Evening Band Concert
Thursday, April 30- Evening Strings/Chorus Concert
FCPS 2025-26 School Year Calendar
 🌷 Schools and school offices will be closed March 30 to April 3 for spring break. Monday, April 6, is a teacher work day and there will be no school for students. We wish our students and teachers a happy and restful Spring Break! See the complete school year calendar.
🕑Early Release Wednesday Canceled for April
Tuesday, April 21, is now a teacher workday and staff development day because of the recently announced special election that will impact all FCPS schools.
Students will have a traditional full day of instruction and be released at the regular dismissal time of 4:05 p.m. on April 22, which was previously an early release Wednesday for Haycock.
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.
⭐Student's Intention for 2026-27 School Year
Please complete this form only if your student will NOT be returning to Haycock ES or attending Longfellow MS (for current 6th graders) next year.
A separate form must be completed for each student. This information is crucial for enrollment-based staffing decisions.
👉Submit the Form Here (complete only if your child will NOT be returning to Haycock)
 Congratulations to Clark Levine, 6th grade teacher at Haycock! He was named the finalist for Region 2 as Outstanding New Teacher. We are super excited and proud for Mr. Levine.
🕺Haycock PTA Auction - April 18
The Haycock Auction is back and bigger than ever, featuring 200+ amazing items and experiences up for grabs! This year, we’re celebrating Haycock’s 70th anniversary with a 1970s disco bash. Dust off those bell-bottoms and shine up your platform shoes for an unforgettable evening of delicious food, refreshing drinks, groovy games, dancing the night away, and of course, the auction! When: Saturday, Apr 18th, 2026 (7:00 – 10:00 pm) *This is a 21+ event Where: Knights of Columbus (5115 Little Falls Rd, Arlington, VA 22207)
If you can't attend the event, you can also bid on and win auction items online! Register for the auction and buy tickets here:https://events.handbid.com/auctions/haycock-auction-2026-disco-inferno
🖥️Haycock SOL Testing Dates(Grades 3-6)
Here are the SOL testing dates for the spring. Please avoid making appointments or planning trips on the dates of SOL testing for your child's grade level. Our teachers are working so hard to prepare our student well for these end of year tests.
Tuesday, May 5- Grade 4 and Grade 5-Reading SOL
Wednesday, May 6- Grade 3 and Grade 6- Reading SOL
Friday, May 8- Grade 5- Science SOL
Monday, May 11- Grade 4- Math SOL
Tuesday, May 12- Grade 6- Math SOL
Thursday, May 14- Grade 5-Math SOL
Friday, May 15- Grade 3- Math SOL
⛈️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.
💵Provide 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 websiteto learn more about the county’s FY 2027 Budget.
🍚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, which 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.
💭Community Conversations
Share Your Thoughts with Dr. Reid
As a listening leader, 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. on:
Click on a date to register to attend that event. Registration is not required, but it 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.
💗FCPS Cares
Take a moment to acknowledge and affirm a Haycock staff member when they go above and beyond in demonstrating care and dedication that ensures every one of our students is seen, heard, and valued. FCPS Cares.
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