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 🎨 Radial Symmetry Printmaking! Our Cougars explored art from the Middle Ages and learned about symmetry through the beautiful Rose Windows of Notre-Dame. Students then created their own foam print plates and used them to make unique radial symmetry prints. Check out their amazing artwork! 🖼️✨
Dear Haycock Families,
We are almost in October, and our school year is in full swing! We had a very successful Advanced Academics Program (AAP) Information Night last week, where I met many new and returning families who wanted to learn more about our AAP program. We will host a second AAP night on October 22, which will focus specifically on the screening process. Please reach out to Siobhan O’Hair with any questions.
We have our first early release day this Wednesday. All students will be dismissed at 1:05 p.m. Please make sure you have filled out the form indicating your child’s plans for the afternoon so we can be prepared and organized.
As we move into fall, please make sure your children have coats and/or long pants on cooler days so they are comfortable when arriving in the morning and when spending time outside. The weather is still beautiful, but mornings will get colder quickly.
I hope everyone had a great Monday and is looking forward to another fun week of school!
With appreciation for your partnership,
Jeremy Ferrara, Principal jcferrara1@fcps.edu
Heather Boyd, AP HABoyd@fcps.edu
Krystal Styles, AP krstyles@fcps.edu
- Wednesday, September 30: Three-hour Early Release Day
- September 26 through October 4: Blue Star Welcome Week
- Friday, October 2:
- Red, White, and Blue Spirit Day
- Military Kids Popsicle Day
- PTA Movie Night
- Wednesday, October 7: Walk, Bike, and Roll to School Day
- Monday, October 12: School Planning Day - No School for Students
- Thursday, October 15: PTA STEAM Night
FCPS Calendar: 2026-27
AAP Continuum of Services Night
Thank you to the families who joined us for our AAP Continuum of Services Night! During the presentation, families learned about the continuum of advanced academic services available to FCPS students.
You can find the link to the slides here: https://canva.link/4hmdp51lrn3gc0m.
You can find this information and many more resources on FCPS’s website at: https://fcps.click/advancedacademics.
Capital Weather Kids Contest
As a weather enthusiast, I love Capital Weather! They are currently running a contest for kids. I wanted to share it with any families who may be interested.
Capital Weather invites kids in Kindergarten through Grade 8 to submit original artwork inspired by weather, seasons, climate, or nature. Approximately once a week for the next several months, we’ll select an entry to feature with our daily forecast on capitalweather.com, the Capital Weather app, our email newsletters, and social media.
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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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
Registration is not required, but it helps with planning.
Set Screen Time Limits and Monitor Online Activity With Lightspeed
The free Lightspeed Parent Portal makes it easy for you to see and manage how your child uses their FCPS-issued device outside of school hours. New Lightspeed Parent Portal features for this school year include:
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Schedules: Pause or restrict internet access during specific times, such as during homework time, family dinners, weekends, or bedtime.
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Web Rules: Block specific websites you don’t want your child accessing at home.
Be sure to check your email (subject line: “Filter Portal Weekly Report”) each Sunday for the Lightspeed Student Online Activity Report, a weekly summary of the websites your child has visited. Learn more about Lightspeed Parent Reports.
McLean High School Munchkin Preschool Now Accepting Enrollment for 2026-27
McLean High School Munchkin Preschool is now accepting applications for 3-, 4-, and 5-year-olds who are ready for a positive start to their educational journey. They are dedicated to supporting each child’s early educational needs through engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences in a nurturing environment. Their affordable program meets every other day for two hours, offering children the skills, confidence, and foundation they need to begin school successfully. Tuition is $350.00 for the entire school year. The program runs October through mid-May. Visit their website for more information and how to apply.
Contact Linda Gore at McLean High School at (703) 714-5834 for more information.
Digital Literacy Resources for Families
As part of our continued support for digital literacy, families can access lesson materials that introduce the concepts students will explore throughout the school year. These resources include student lessons and supporting materials organized by grade level. Resources will be shared on a quarterly basis through Schoology.
The All Parent/Guardian Course is available in Schoology through a parent or guardian account. Schoology and ParentVUE use the same login credentials. Families who need assistance can review How Do I Log in to and Access Schoology? or watch the brief walkthrough on the Schoology Snippets page.
Families can also learn more about FCPS guidance and practices on the Educational Technology in FCPS webpage.
FCPS This Week
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Traffic Safety Near Our Schools
- Sign and Return the Student Rights & Responsibilities (SR&R)
- Check Out New Menu Options
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
🍿 Movie Night - October 2nd | 6:30 - 9:00 PM 🎥
Grab your blankets, gather your family and friends, and join us for a fun-filled night under the stars! ✨ We’ll kick off the evening with games and activities, plus plenty of delicious food and treats. Then, settle in and get cozy for a family movie on the big screen! 🎥 🎉 Activities begin: 6:30 PM 🎬 Movie begins: 7:15 PM 🍕 Pizza, popcorn, and snacks available for purchase. 💵 Please remember to bring cash! 🗳️ YOU Pick the Movie! What should we watch under the stars? 👉 VOTE FOR THE MOVIE HERE 💯 VOLUNTEER TO HELP HERE
🏃♀️ Haycock Fit Games Are Coming! 🎉
We’re getting ready for this year’s Haycock Fit Games and need your help reaching our $45,000 fundraising goal! 💪💙 Funds raised will support: 🛝 New playground equipment 🖨️ A new color copier 🎟️ Register by Monday, October 7 at MYBOOSTER.COM for a chance to win a Beat the Bomb DC Paint, Foam, or Slime Mission for 6 people! 💥🎨🫧 📅 Event Day: Friday, October 16 👉 REGISTER HERE: MYBOOSTER.COM
💗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.
 💙⭐ Blue Star Welcome Week & Squirt’s New Home! 🇺🇸🐢
September 26th – October 4th is Blue Star Welcome Week, a time to celebrate and welcome our military-connected students and families! Check out the beautiful display our Family Liaison and Librarian created in the library to help our Cougars celebrate. On Friday, October 2nd, have your Cougar wear red, white, and blue for our spirit day, and our military-connected students will enjoy a special popsicle treat!
🐢 Have you met Squirt? You may remember seeing one of our Haycock turtles near the Walker Door, but Squirt now has a new home in the library! Students can visit him during their weekly library time, and families attending our Parent Coffees will get a chance to meet him too!
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