A Message from our Administrators
Dear Families,
Welcome back! We hope your family had a restful and enjoyable spring break. We are excited for the months ahead—filled with meaningful learning, engaging experiences, and plenty of fun for our students.
As we begin the final quarter of the school year, please keep in mind that this time will move quickly. Strong attendance is especially important, as students will be working to meet end-of-year expectations and requirements.
Please mark your calendars:
- April 21: School Closed
- April 22: Early Release Cancelled (full school day)
- April 23: Multicultural Night
We look forward to a strong and successful finish to the school year together!
Sincerely,
Keieownna Hightower, Principal
Eric Kopacz, Assistant Principal
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Mark Your Calendar
April 10th --No School
April 15th--Purple Up Day
April 20th--Spring Pictures
April 21st--No School
April 23rd--Multicultural Night @ 6:00
May 13th--Kindergarten Orientation @ 2:00
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Yearbooks for Sale until April 10
To order a yearbook for the 2025-2026 school year visit www.strawbridge.net and use the online code: YB33201. The cost is $13.00. Orders will be accepted until 4/10/2026--order yours today!
Month of the Military Child Spirit Week
April is Month of the Military Child! To recognize and honor our Hunt Valley ES military students, we are inviting everyone to participate in the Month of the Military Child spirit week nest week, especially “Purple Up!” day on April 15. Why purple? Purple symbolizes all branches of the military as a combination of Army green, Marine Corps red, Coast Guard, Navy, Air Force, and Space Force blue. We appreciate the service of our Hunt Valley students from military families and celebrate them by wearing purple to say, “Thank You!”
West Springfield Pyramid Art Show
Wednesday, April 15th, 5pm-8pm, West Springfield High School
The Pyramid Art Show is our annual art exhibit. Selected artwork from Hunt Valley ES will be displayed along with artwork from surrounding elementary schools, Irving Middle School and West Springfield High School. Students that have art on display will receive an official invitation with their name on it upon returning from Spring Break! We hope you can join us in celebrating the creativity of our amazing students.
West Springfield High School Spring Carnival
Join us for the WSHS Spring Carnival on April 17 from 5:00 to 6:30 PM. This free, family-friendly event features a festive carnival atmosphere with games, activities, and school spirit for all ages.
Spring Pictures
Spring Picture Day is coming up on April 20, 2026. This is a great opportunity for students to have their school photos taken and capture memories that will last a lifetime. Students should come prepared and dressed as they would like to appear in their portraits.
Multicultural Night
Join Hunt Valley’s Multicultural Night on Thursday, April 23 from 6:00-8:00 PM to celebrate the diverse cultures in our school community. Enjoy booths, crafts, performances, and a talent show showcasing traditions from around the world.
SOL Dates
As we progress towards the end of the school year it is time to start thinking about Standards of Learning(SOL) testing. Please be mindful about scheduling appointments around these dates and make sure that they are well rested and fed on the morning of their testing day.
| Grade |
Assessment |
Date |
| 3 |
Reading |
5/5 |
| 3 |
Math |
5/12 |
| 4 |
Reading |
5/5 |
| 4 |
Math |
5/12 |
| 5 |
Reading |
5/5 |
| 5 |
Math |
5/12 |
| 5 |
Science |
4/28 |
| 6 |
Reading |
5/5 |
| 6 |
Math |
5/12 |
Kindergarten Orientation
DATE: Wednesday, May 13
TIME: 2:00 pm
WHERE: Cafeteria
WHO: Parent and Rising Kindergartner
NEW Visitor Check-in System - Raptor Safe App Setup
Hunt Valley ES has a NEW Visitor Check-in System beginning this week. Downloading and registering on the Raptor Safe App is not required, you can still use your driver’s license in the building, but this is faster.
What is Raptor Safe?
Raptor Safe is a free mobile app designed to make school visits and student dismissals both faster and more secure. By using the app, you can create a Raptor Passport, which allows you to check in at the school entrance by simply scanning a QR code. A new QR code is generated each time so no screenshots.
A few notes for registration in the app: no code is needed so skip that step and foreign id's and passports can be used (as long as they are in English).
Setting Up Your Account
Getting started is straightforward. Here is the play-by-play:
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Download: Search for "Raptor Safe" in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
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Verification: To keep the community safe, the app will ask you to scan your driver’s license and take a live selfie to verify your identity.
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Privacy: Don't worry about that selfie—it is used only for the initial verification and is not stored in the app.
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Stored Info: The app only keeps necessary details like your name, date of birth, the photo from your ID, and the last four digits of your license or passport.
Quick Tips for Users
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No Passwords to Memorize: The app uses your mobile phone number to log you in. You’ll receive a one-time code via text each time you need to access your account.
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Need Help?: If you run into any technical snags, you can find troubleshooting guides at raptortech.com/raptorsafe-app/.
Raptor Safe FAQ Sheet
CTE Summer Enrichment
2026 CTE Summer Enrichment – Registration Now Open!
Create | Explore | Learn
The CTE Office is offering two exciting summer camps:
Tech Adventure Camp (K–5)
Students explore CTE program areas including Business/Marketing, Family & Consumer Sciences, Health & Medical Sciences, STEAM, and Trades.
Weekly themes:
- July 6–10: Mission to Mars
- July 13–17: Deep Sea Discoveries
- July 20–24: Let It Shine!
- July 27–31: Passport to Professions
Learn more or register: bit.ly/FCPS_TAC
CTE Summer Academy (Grades 6–11)
Students choose four classes each week to explore CTE program areas, build skills, and discover career pathways. No prior experience required.
Class options and schedules available online.
Program Details
- 8:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m. (Early drop-off & aftercare available)
- Location: Robinson SS
- Transportation from select FCPS schools
- Cost: $300 per week (Tuition assistance available for students receiving Free & Reduced Meals)
- Dates: July 6–31 (four one-week sessions)
All information can be found on our webpages! For Tech Adventure Camp go to bit.ly/FCPS_TAC. For CTE Summer Academy go to bit.ly/FCPS_CSA.
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR ALL OUR ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS!
Click here to register!
Early Release Wednesdays
⏰ Limited Early Release Days for Elementary Schools
Limited early release days for elementary schools will shift to Wednesdays for the 2025-26 school year.
The last three-hour early release day for our school will be May 13.
Read more about the reasons for early release and the proposed early release dates.
Immunization Events for FCPS Students
FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will provide school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for all FCPS students with no out-of-pocket costs. Multiple events will take place at designated FCPS locations. Additional dates will be available throughout the school year.
Parents or guardians may view upcoming events and schedule an appointment for their student. Participation is voluntary. View immunization resources on the FCPS website.
Did Your Student Get a New Phone or Device?
For a distraction-free start to the New Year, please remind your student about FCPS' policy for cell phones and personal devices. This policy helps students focus, interact more with their peers and teachers, and build independent problem-solving skills.
Visit FCPS’ cell phone policy webpage for more information and answers to frequently asked questions, including:
- Exceptions for students with medical conditions or IEP/504 plans.
- Cell phone use on buses and field trips.
- Consequences for cell phone policy violations.
If you need to reach your student during the school day, please call our main office.
Having lunch with your student
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES:
-Bring valid ID to check in the office
-Sign up using this link https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094DA5AF2EA6FECF8-51771041-lunch#/
-You may bring a homemade lunch, or you may purchase a lunch from the cafeteria for $5.00 (cash only)
-No fast food or treats are allowed in the cafeteria
-No siblings
-No pictures
Please help with clean up when you are done.
Thank you!
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