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 April 30, 2023
From the Principal’s Pen
Dear Laurel Hill Families,
Hard to believe, but we are officially entering the final six weeks of the school year! As we balance the excitement of closing out this chapter with the anticipation of summer break, we have a few important updates to share. Please take a close look at the Save the Date section below. To ensure our end-of-year celebrations run smoothly, we ask that you keep these dates and times in mind for all upcoming school events. Please join us for STEAM Night Friday, May 1st from 6-8pm!
Next week is all about honoring our incredible instructional staff—our teachers, specialists, counselors, ESOL team, and nurses. They work tirelessly for our students, and your support truly fuels their passion. The graphic below outlines our Daily Themes. Whether it’s a small note or a creative gesture, your kindness makes a world of difference!
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and at Laurel Hill, we believe this is about more than just "awareness"—it’s about action. It is a time to stand with our community and ensure that no one struggles in silence. We remain intentional about creating a space where every student and family is welcomed, heard, and knows they belong. Thank you for partnering with us to keep our community strong and supportive.
Have an amazing weekend! Hope to see you tomorrow for STEAM Night!
Sincerely,
Janice Dalton, Principal
Addison Smith, Assistant Principal
Thmeaka Traylor, Assistant Principal
Save the Date
May 1 STEAM Night 6-8pm
May 4 Chipotle 6th Grade Fundraiser
May 4-8 Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week
May 6 National School Nurse Day
May SOL--see the schedule below
May 20 3 hour Early Release-1:05pm
May 25 Memorial Day-No School
May 26 Teacher Workday-No School for students
May 27 Eid al-Adha-No School (School resumes May 28)
May 30 Carnival 12-4pm Laurel Hill Elementary Fields
2025-26 school year calendar
Amazon Teacher Wishlists HERE
Sign up for a ParentVue account today!
 May4th-8th is Teacher Appreciation Week at Laurel Hill. These are just suggestions as to give a gift or card. Please participate as you wish.
We have lots of PTA events planned ahead! We have our STEAM night, Yafa/Chipotle Dine out, and Teacher Appreciation week. Click Here for the schedule.
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Chipotle Spirit Night is Monday, May 4th 4-8pm. Dine in or take out with the code FVNYFKG and support the Laurel Hill 6th grade class. |
Join us for Steam Night Friday May 1st and experience Science, Art, and Music! Learn and have fun in one spot! Click Here for the STEAM Night flyer. Please also check out the overflowing Lost & Found! |
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Please consider joining the LHES PTA Board of Directors. All positions are open for the 2026-27 school year. We must have a President, Secretary and Treasurer to have an organization and continue to bring the wonderful programs and activities to Laurel Hill. Email lhespta@gmail.com to learn more, or reach out to Teresa Smith in the Office.
Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…
There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:
- Determine eligibility.
- Identify your local school.
- Gather documents.
- Fill out forms.
- Schedule an appointment.
After the appointment at the school the student and one caregiver must be present. Read more about the registration process. For more information, please email/call our student information assistant/registrar, Sarah Orlick at 703-551-5303.
Parents may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process. When registering, parents will create or log in to an existing SIS ParentVUE account.
FCPS Pre-K and Early Head Start Programs
FCPS Pre-K and Early Head Start programs provide a high-quality early learning experience for qualifying children with economic and educational risk factors, ages 6 weeks to 4 years, living in Fairfax County.
- Pre-K prioritizes 4-year-old applicants but also accepts applications for children who will be 3 years old by September 30 of the same year.
- Early Head Start is located at three elementary schools — Clearview, Crestwood, and Dogwood — and accepts applications from pregnancy to 2 years old.
Laurel Hill will be opening a Pre-K classroom this fall! Families are encouraged to apply as soon as possible; space is limited and provided based on need, not first-come, first-served. Click Here for the informational flyer.
Applications are accepted online, by email, by mail, or in person at our office at 7423 Camp Alger Avenue, Falls Church, Virginia 22042.
If you have a question about the application process or status, please call 703-208-7900 (English) or 703-208-7901 (Spanish).
Prepare for Summer Learning and Fun for Students
Registration is open or will be available soon for summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.
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.
FCPS CTE Summer Learning Opportunity!
We're thrilled to invite you to join us for an unforgettable experience at one of the CTE summer enrichment programs! These week-long programs will introduce you to the wonderful world of Career and Technical Education, help you develop new skills, and make new friends.
Our programs offer a wide range of activities designed to spark your curiosity and keep you engaged. You will have the opportunity to learn coding, problem solving, cooking, and more! Our experienced and enthusiastic teachers are dedicated to creating a safe, supportive, and fun environment where you can challenge yourself and discover new passions.
You can find more details about our programs on our camp websites below:
We are able to offer a limited number of students currently in grades 2-11 at a Code UP! grant school with a one-week registration at no cost! If you are interested in this opportunity, please fill out the interest form linked below by April 15th.
CTE Summer Enrichment Interest Form: https://forms.gle/ytfQWmR4MQ6FuvrBA
Families will be notified by the end of April to confirm whether they will receive one of the sponsored seats—students will be chosen by a lottery if there are more interested families than seats available.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact Beth Mehr, CTE Educational Specialist at bgmehr@fcps.edu. We'd be happy to chat with you and your family. Click Here for the informational flyer.
📚 Halfway Through Journeys and Themes in Language Arts 📚
We are halfway through Benchmark Unit 6 in Language Arts! Across grade levels, students have explored stories involving quests, challenges, and problem solving.
Connect with your child’s learning at school with these fun questions and hands-on activities at home:
- Question: Which character has been your favorite from this unit and why?
- Activity: With your child, brainstorm a brand-new invention to solve a problem, like shoelaces that tie themselves or a clothes dryer that folds clothes. Ask your child to tell or write a story about someone using the invention.
At the end of the unit, your child will take their unit magazine home. The magazine includes an activity calendar with fun ways to help students build on what they’re learning at each grade level. You can also find information on how to support your child’s reading at home on the Benchmark Families website.
Yafa Grill is partnering with Laurel Hill on Thursdays 11-9pm. Stop in and taste their delicious and fresh Mediterranean food while supporting Laurel Hill PTA students at the same time! Click Here for the flyer. |
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Lorton Community Action Center (LCAC) is a wonderful resource for the Lorton community. Help with food, English classes and Financial assistance available. Click Here for more information. |
Boys Basketball Summer Camps at South County High School. Please log on to www.StallionBoysBasketball.com for more information. Click Here for the flyer. |
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Gentle Dental Care in Lorton is a sponsor of the LHES PTA! Click Here for the business card. |
FCPS Fine and Performing Arts Camp information is above. Click Here for the flyer. |
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FCPS Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) has developed monthly articles for useful tips and information. Click Here for more information. |
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