SCHOOLHOUSE NEWS - May 22 use

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Table of Contents


  • Calendar
  • Memorial Day/Last Day of School
  • Blacktop Bash
  • Medication Pick up Reminder
  • Lunch Balance
  • Attendance Reminders
  • Cell Phone and Smart Watch Policy Reminder
  • Puzzle Hunt!
  • Summer Support
  • Community Resources


Calendar Jewish American Heritage Month

 

  • May 25 - Memorial Day (No School)
  • May 26 - Teacher Workday (No School)
  • May 27 - Eid al-Adha (No School)
  • May 29 - Blacktop Bash | Blacktop | 6:00 p.m.
  • June 1 - Parent Q & A Coffee | 8:45 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.
  • June 4 - Kindergarten Performance | 1:30 p.m. 

  • June 8 - Band Concert | 6:00 p.m. 

  • June 9 - Hayfield Senior Grad Walk | 9:00 a.m. 

  • June 10 - Strings and Chorus Concert | 6:00 p.m.

  • June 11 - 6th Grade Party | 9:00 a.m.

  • June 12 - 6th Grade Bridging Ceremony 

  • June 17 - Last Day of School | Dismissal 1:20 p.m.

See the complete school year calendar



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Memorial Day Holiday

All schools and offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, for the Memorial Day holiday. Learn about the history of Memorial Day.


Teacher Work Day - Tuesday, May 26, is a teacher work day. There is no school for students.


Eid al-Adha Holiday - Wednesday, May 27, is a holiday for Eid al-Adha and schools and offices are closed.


Virtual Parent Q & A Coffee - Monday, June 1 at 8:45 a.m. to 9:15 a.m.
Connect with Admin to get your questions answered. 
Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/jst-qwzh-vef


Dismissal Schedule for the Last Day of School

On the last day of school, Wednesday, June 17, school will be dismissed at 1:20 p.m. See the complete school year calendar.



Blacktop Bash

Blacktop Bash May 29 6pm-8pm


We are excited to celebrate the end of the school year approaching with our Blacktop Bash on Friday, May 29! Free admission with fun extras available for purchase.

This will be a fun opportunity for our students, families, teachers, and school community to come together and celebrate a great year at Hayfield Elementary. To help make the event a success, we are looking for volunteers who would be willing to serve before, during, or after the celebration.

Volunteers may be asked to help with setup, games, welcoming families, supervising activity areas, cleanup, or general support throughout the event. Whether you are able to help for the whole event or just part of the time, we would be grateful for your support.

Thank you for helping us make this a fun and memorable end of the year celebration for our students!



Medication Pick Up

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As we approach the end of the school year, please keep the following in mind:

If your child has medication in the health room, a parent/guardian must pick it up by 1:20 p.m. on June 17. Any medication not picked up, will be destroyed according to FCPS regulation.



Lunch Balance

Please Check Your Student’s Lunch Balance

It’s a busy time of year, and we know many priorities are on your plate. As we approach the end of the school year, it is important to check your student’s MySchoolBucks account and pay any remaining school meal balance.

Free and Reduced-Price Meals

Families who earn less than 185% of the poverty level qualify for free and reduced-price meals (FRM). However, an application must be completed and submitted each school year to receive that benefit. The application for the 2026-27 school year will be available this summer. 

If you have a current balance and think you may be eligible for free and reduced-price meals, please fill out the FRM application for the 2025-26 school year.



Attendance Reminders

Attending school regularly helps students feel better about school and themselves. It is important that students attend school well rested and on time on scheduled testing dates. When reporting a student's full or partial day absence, please be specific about why your student will not attend school. FCPS must record student attendance every day school is in session. 

Full-day absences may be submitted through SIS ParentVUE. Please be sure to provide a reason for the absence and/or symptoms of illness as this information is shared with the County Health Department across our community. 

Keep an open line of communication with your school public health nurse, school staff, and teachers. The more the school knows about your child’s health needs, the better prepared everyone will be to work together to support your child.

  • Dismissal changes should be sent by email or using the form on our school website and submitted to the office by 2:30 p.m. on the SAME day of the change please. This form is for safety reasons and to ensure changes submitted are fulfilled in a timely manner.
  • No student may be checked-out after 3:00 p.m.  Pease arrive early.
  • Bring your ID when coming to the building.

In FCPS, we all belong. From the first day of school, to the last day of school, every child matters. If your student is having a hard time finishing the year strong and attending school, please contact a trusted adult at our school — a teacher, counselor, or administrator. Visit FCPS’ website for more attendance resources



Cell Phone and Smart Watch Policy

Help Keep Hayfield Elementary Phone-Free!

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:

  • 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).
  • 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) 924-4500.

Visit FCPS’ cell phone policy webpage for more information and answers to frequently asked questions, including consequences for cell phone policy violations and exceptions for students with medical conditions or IEP/504 plans. 



Puzzle Hunt

Puzzle Hunt! screenshot to YouTube video Community Finding answers together

Click on the image to learn more!

The Solving Fun Puzzle Pals have been busy getting ready for the 3rd Annual Fairfax County Public Schools Puzzle Hunt! This FREE event is open to solvers of all ages and is a great way to keep students and families engaged in fun, creative problem-solving over the summer. It also teaches bike and pedestrian safety and encourages active transportation. New this year...the school with the most solvers will win a special visit from Sue Doku!

Sign up at www.solvingfun.com/fairfax



Summer Support

A list of camps for all children including special needs has been provided by Fairfax County Public Schools.

The summer camps listed at the link are provided for informational purposes only. They do not reflect recommendations or endorsements by Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) or The FCPS Parent Resource Center.

The Family Resource Center webinars, workshops and padlets can also be accessed via the Family Resource Center and the Family Academy.

Family Resource Center is Moving!

FCPS family-facing services at Dunn Loring will relocate to the Pimmit Hills Center on June 1, 2026, with continued support available throughout the transition. | 703-204-3941

Family Academy

The FCPS Family Academy will be offered over the summer and is where families like yours can learn and get support for their child's school journey. We know that as a parent or caregiver, you're important in your child's education. The Family Academy compiles classes, webinars, workshops, and programs offered by Fairfax County Public Schools to help you support your child's needs and learning at home. The Family Academy also includes information about resources available to help you ensure your student has what they need to succeed. You may also find direct links to read FCPS This Week Newsletter, access Helping Children Learn newsletter, and listen to the Multilingual Family Podcast. 

Submit a Question
Email Us
Call: 703-204-3941
Text: 571-496-9518

Parent Information Line Available in Eight Languages

Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.



Community Resources


SNAP at Farmers Markets (April–November, varies by location) 

Families can use SNAP/EBT benefits at select county farmers markets and receive up to $40 in free fruits and vegetables, with tokens that can be used like cash at participating markets; for information, locations, and directions visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/farmersmarkets/snap or call 571-340-3322; to apply for SNAP call 1-833-522-5582 


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Department of Social Services
Virginia SUN Bucks 2026

(Summer Grocery Assistance Program)


Virginia Ready to Find Child Care Marketplace

VA Ready to Find Care Marketplace is a one-stop search website where families can easily find information about early childhood care and education programs.  



Cooling Assistance Programs (Summer 2026; varies by program) 

Multiple free programs are available to help families stay cool, including financial assistance for electric bills, AC repair or installation, fans for older adults, and energy-saving home upgrades; for help choosing a program call 703-222-0880 or for related program details and applications visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/familyservices/cooling-assistance



Hayfield Secondary Field Hockey Clinic


Hayfield Secondary Field Hockey Clinic - register here

Tuesday, May 26 at 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Grades 3-8 | $50 per child

Learn from current Hayfield Field Hockey players and coaches!

Questions? Contact Hayfieldfieldhockey@gmail.com



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