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 September 11, 2026
From the Principal’s Pen
Dear Laurel Hill Families,
Today is September 11. On this day, we remember a difficult time in our country’s history. On September 11, 2001, our country was attacked. The attacks began at 8:46 a.m. and continued throughout the morning. Many people lost their lives, and many families and communities were deeply affected.
We honor the brave firefighters, police officers, emergency workers, military members, and everyday people who helped others during that difficult time. In the days that followed, people across the country came together to support one another and show kindness.
As we remember that happened on September 11th, let us practice courage, respect, compassion, and kindness. Even small acts of caring can make a big difference. Together, we can help make our school and community stronger.
Our first Parent Coffee was virtual and took place this past Wednesday. We shared some important information pertaining to the beginning of the school year. Please use the link HERE to view the recording. Our next Parent Coffee will also be virtual on 10/13 @ 10am.
Sincerely,
Thmeaka Traylor, Principal
Hanna Langstein, Assistant Principal
Addison Smith, Assistant Principal
Back to School Night
Wednesday, September 16th, 6:00 PM - 7:35 PM.
All classes will have individual back to school night sessions. Parents will go directly to the classrooms; there is no large group meeting.
Session 1: 6:00-6:45 PM and Session 2 is 6:50-7:35 PM.
 Lights, Camera, Action! Laurel Hill PTA presents Screen on the Green. Friday Sept 18th Fields behind school. Doors open at 6pm. Movie starts at dusk. Bring your chairs or blankets and enjoy a movie under the stars. Event is free, but pizza and snacks will be available to purchase. This is not a dropoff event, parents/guardians must stay with their children.
Click Here for an Amazon link if you are able to donate snack bar items.
School Board Welcome Videos
Welcome videos from ALL Fairfax County School Board members are available. Videos will also be shared at Back To School Night.
Superintendent Community Conversations
Join us for a series of Community Conversations that will be held across the school division. Share your thoughts with Dr. Reid and ask her questions. Click on the date to register for any of the following events:
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Wednesday, September 16, 6:45 p.m., at McNair Elementary School
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Monday, September 28, at 6:30 p.m., at Riverside Elementary School
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Monday, October 19, at 6:30 p.m., at Spring Hill Elementary School
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Monday, October 26, at 6:30 p.m., at Beech Tree Elementary School
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Thursday, October 29, at 6:30 p.m., at North Springfield Elementary School
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Friday, November 13, at 6:30 p.m., at Powell Elementary School
Reporting Discrimination or Harassment
FCPS is committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for people of all races, national origins, and ethnicities. Individuals experiencing harassment or discrimination should report the incident as soon as possible.
Transportation ID Badge Program: Important Reminders and Resources
As schools continue implementing the student ID badge program, please share the following reminders with staff, students, and families:
- Students may attach their badge to a backpack or other bag, provided the badge is accessible and can reach the scanner when boarding or exiting the bus.
- Students should not be denied transportation because they forgot or do not have their badge. Transportation staff and bus drivers have been reminded of this expectation.
- Students with sensory, medical, or other documented concerns should not be forced to wear the badge. A driver or assisting adult may scan the badge for the student.
Transportation Patience and Safety
Thank you for your patience as we all get used to new routines this school year. We appreciate our families following Kiss and Ride procedures and being patient while waiting for your child’s bus.
If your child’s bus is delayed, you may access the Bus Delay Notification System or use the Here Comes the Bus mobile app to receive the delayed bus report. Email messages will be sent to announce significant bus delays. Please contact the Transportation Office at 703-446-2000 with any additional questions. For concerns after 5:30 p.m., contact the FCPS Office of Safety and Security at 571-423-2000.
Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE to make sure you receive email messages about bus delays.
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
GOLD is the Awareness Color
The Annual SCHS Gold Outs in support of the Emma Jordon Kidz Fighting Cancer Foundation and childhood cancer awareness are scheduled for the following dates:
September 3rd - 12th Annual Football, Cheer, Dance, Band, Choir vs Hayfield 7pm
September 14th - 8th Annual Field Hockey vs Edison 7:30pm
September 15th - 3rd Annual Boys Volleyball vs Fairfax 6:30pm
There will be free admission to all SCHS students wearing a gold shirt for all Gold Out games this year!
Questions? Please contact Elena Jordon.
Emma Jordon Kidz Fighting Cancer Foundation
703-302-0197
AAP Referral Window for New Families
Fall Full-Time AAP Referral Window for Students New to FCPS Closes on October 15
The Advanced Academic Program (AAP) fall referral window is only for students in Grades 3 to 8 who are new to FCPS since January 1, 2026. Parents and guardians who would like their student to be considered for Full-Time AAP services must submit the Full-Time AAP Referral Form to Lauren Clark, Advanced Academic Resource Teacher, at lmclark@fcps.edu by Thursday, October 15. Late referrals will not be accepted.
For students who are not new to FCPS, the spring Full-Time AAP identification window is open to students in Grades 2 to 7. Families interested in referring their student for consideration during the spring window must submit a referral by Tuesday, December 15.
Once a referral is received, our school will compile information related to the student. Then, a committee of trained professionals from across the county will review materials to determine eligibility for Full-Time AAP services.
Other Advanced Academic Services
At the elementary level, all students are screened each spring for Subject-Specific and Part-Time AAP services. Families may also refer their student for consideration for Subject-Specific or Part-Time AAP at any time during the school year. Eligibility decisions are made at the school level, and families are notified of the decision within 30 school days of the referral. The Full-Time AAP referral deadlines do not apply.
At the middle school level, honors courses are open to all students.
For more information, please contact Lauren Clark, Advanced Academic Resource Teacher, at lmclark@fcps.edu or visit the Advanced Academic Programs webpage.
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Click Hereto access the Sparkle Muffin Podcast. This is where our Science teacher Mr. Cookson does a podcast with our very own students. They chat about science and eat muffins! |
Join Our PTA!
Please join our PTA! The collaboration within our community is what makes us great. Click Here to join the Laurel Hill ES PTA for the 2026-2027 school year. Thank you for your support!
Get Ready for the New School Year With the FCPS App and ParentVue App! 📱
Simplify your back-to-school prep! Download the FCPS mobile app to check school calendars, breakfast/lunch menus, and school contacts all in one place with no login required. Plus, get quick access to Schoology, and the bus app. Download the FCPS mobile app in the Apple App Store or Google Play, and make sure to subscribe to our school in the app settings.
Click Here for directions on how to setup and use the ParentVue Mobile App.
Explore School Meals in the New Menu Platform
Experience an easier way to view your child’s school menus using MealViewer:
- View what is being served each day.
- View the nutritional information for each meal.
- See if any specific allergens are being served.
- Get notified when your student’s favorite meal is being served.
Printable menus are always available on the Food and Nutrition Services webpage.
Understanding Student Rights and Responsibilities Updates: New Universal Grade Matrices for Families
Families are encouraged to review the updated FCPS Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R) document, which explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses in order to enhance school safety and to create a fair, equitable, and supportive school environment.
Updates for the 2026-27 school year include new Universal Grade Matrices (UGMs). UGMs are charts that show behavior expectations and school responses by grade level (K-3, 4-8, and 9-12). These at-a-glance resources (in Appendix D of the SR&R) are designed to make it easier for parents and caregivers to understand how schools respond to different types of behavior concerns.
Visit the SR&R webpage for more information and to review additional updates to the SR&R for the 2026-27 school year.
Parent Digital Consent and Opt Outs
Student consent and opt-out forms have been moved to the Parent Digital Consent System (PDC). Families can log into PDC using their ParentVue credentials to complete consent forms assigned to their child. If you have a new ParentVue account, you will not be able to access the PDC until the day after your ParentVue account is activated. Instructions on how to use the PDC are available here.
Forms include School Counseling Opt-out, Digital Resources Consent, SEL Screener Opt-out, Family Life Education Opt-out, Objection to Release of Directory Information to the Public, etc.
Wednesday 3-hour Early Release Days
There will be several three hour early release days on Wednesdays this school year. Laurel Hill will dismiss three hours early at 1:00 on October 21, December 2, February 10, and May 5.
These days are logistically very challenging at the school level, so we would ask that if you have another childcare option to please use that option. We also understand that not everyone has that option, and we are happy to keep those students with childcare hardships. There will be no additional academic instruction at this time, and students will be monitored by rotating school staff until the 4:00 dismissal.
This year we are asking families to let us know if your child will dismiss at 1:00 (early release) or 4:00 (childcare hardship) on those days using the Online Verification/Update (OVU) packet in SIS ParentVUE to confirm whether or not child care on the early release Wednesdays will be needed. This is a process that is centrally managed.
Please note that students enrolled in Beyond the Bell will dismiss at 1:00pm to that program.
Updated Varsity Football Game Policies
Beginning this season, Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) will implement security screenings using existing weapons screening systems (Open Gate) and a standardized bag policy at all varsity football games to help ensure a safe and efficient experience for students, families, staff, and community members. We appreciate your cooperation by reviewing the prohibited and approved items below before arriving, and please remember that middle school students and younger must be accompanied by a responsible adult who remains with them throughout the event.
Prohibited Items
- Backpacks
- Purses
- Fanny packs
- Tote bags
- Outside food and beverages, including water bottles
- Sporting equipment (balls, bats, sticks, etc.)
- Any item prohibited by FCPS policy or determined by event staff to present a safety concern
Approved Bags
- Clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC bags no larger than 12" x 6" x 12"
- Small clutch bag no larger than 4.5" x 6.5"
- Medical and diaper bags (permitted but subject to inspection)
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