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Get2Green in Action
Sixth grade students are helping with our Get2Green program. These students collected seed heads from the school garden. They separated the seeds and put them into bags so the seeds can be planted in the school garden. Some students also created posters to promote the PTA's Garden Event that was held on Oct. 10, 2026.
HMES Parent Coffee on Oct. 14
Join us on Wednesday, October 14 from 8:30-9:45 am for a parent coffee. Learn about how our school network can support your family and how to support your child's attendance at school. Interpreters will be available.
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Lunch Buddies with the FCPD on Oct. 15
During the 2026-2027 school year Fairfax County police are excited to be partnering with FCPS elementary schools located in the Mt. Vernon district on a program called Lunch Buddies. The program consists of Police officers from the Mt. Vernon Police station visiting elementary schools during lunch to spend time with the kids in a non-threatening environment. Our hope is to build relationships with the children so they can be more comfortable with the police and see us as someone here to help.
We are excited to announce that we will have our police officer Lunch Buddies join us at Hollin Meadows on October 15, 2026.
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to PFC Brandie Allen at brandie.allen@fairfaxcounty.gov.
Early Release Wednesday on Oct. 21
Here are the early release dates for HMES. Students will be dismissed at 12:05 on the following days:
- December 2
- February 10
- May 5
Parents and caregivers may use the Online Verification/Update (OVU) packet in SIS ParentVUE to confirm whether or not child care on the four early release Wednesdays will be needed.
Please contact your child’s teacher to make sure that they know if your child needs to stay at school all day on Oct. 21, 2026.
Digital Citizenship Spirit Week: 10/19 - 10/23
Digital Citizenship Week is an event held during the third full week of October dedicated to teaching students how to be good digital citizens. We will have a spirit week to celebrate and reinforce what we are learning about being respectful, responsible, and safe online.
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Monday, 10/19: Sports Shirt Day: Remember the importance of putting down your device, staying active, and playing with other people
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Tuesday, 10/20: Hat Day: Put on your thinking hat and think first before posting online
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Wednesday, 10/21: Wear orange for Unity Day and stand against bullies and cyberbullying
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Thursday, 10/22: Crazy Socks or Shoes Day: Think about the digital footprint that you are leaving on the internet when you post or visit websites
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Friday: 10/23: Pajama Day: Remember to put away your device at least 1 hour before bedtime so you can get better sleep
 PTA News and Events
Upcoming October events:
10/29 -First Quarter Teacher/Staff Appreciation Meal. Click here to sign up to volunteer or to make food
10/29: Trunk or Treat at 4:00 p.m. Click here to sign up to decorate a trunk. Click here to sign up to decorate a trunk.
11/7: Hornet Hustle - Click here to register for the Hornet Hustle
QR code to register for the Hornet Hustle
Upcoming HMES Events
Oct. 12: No school for students
Oct. 14: Parent Coffee Event 8:30-9:45 am
Oct. 15: Lunch Buddies with Fairfax County Police Officers
Oct. 19-23: Digital Citizenship Spirit Week
Oct. 21: Early Release Wednesday (12:05 dismissal)
Oct. 30 Two Hour Early Release (1:05 dismissal)
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Superintendent Community Conversations
Join Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid for a Community Conversation. Students, families, staff, and community members are invited to ask questions, share concerns, and discuss what matters most to them. Everyone is welcome! Click on the date to register for any of the following events:
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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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Tuesday, December 1, at 6:30 p.m., at Powell Elementary School (note date change)
Registration is not required, but it helps with planning.
Conversaciones Comunitarias Directamente con la Dra. Reid
Acompáñenos en una serie de Conversaciones Comunitarias que se llevarán a cabo en diferentes lugares de la división escolar. Estas reuniones están abiertas a todos, incluyendo familias, estudiantes, y miembros de la comunidad. Puede asistir al evento que le resulte más conveniente, aunque no se lleve a cabo en su escuela o comunidad. Esta es una oportunidad para compartir sus opiniones, conversar directamente con la Dra. Reid y hacerle preguntas sobre temas importantes para nuestra comunidad de FCPS.
No es necesario inscribirse, pero hacerlo nos ayuda con la planificación.
Share Your Feedback on Traveling to and From School
The FCPS Office of Safety and Security and Safe Routes to School program are asking families to share their experiences traveling to and from their child’s school. The feedback will help inform the Fairfax County School Board’s annual assessment of traffic and pedestrian safety near schools.
The Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Survey asks about walking and biking routes, traffic near schools, kiss-and-ride experiences, accessibility, and other safety concerns.
Your feedback will help FCPS identify common issues. Your responses will be kept confidential and shared with school administrators and the Office of Safety and Security. The five-minute survey is open through Thursday, October 15.
Be sure to identify the school related to your feedback and include specific locations where you have observed a safety issue. If you have students at different schools in FCPS, please complete a different survey for each school.
If you have any questions about the survey, please contact SafeRoutestoSchool@fcps.edu.
Comparta sus comentarios sobre el trayecto hacia y desde la escuela
La Oficina de Seguridad y Protección de FCPS y el programa Safe Routes to School (Rutas Seguras a la Escuela) invitan a las familias a compartir sus experiencias al trasladarse hacia y desde la escuela de sus estudiantes. Sus comentarios ayudarán a orientar la evaluación anual de seguridad vial y peatonal cerca de las escuelas que realiza la Junta Escolar del Condado de Fairfax
La Encuesta sobre Seguridad Vial y Peatonal incluye preguntas sobre las rutas para caminar y andar en bicicleta, el tráfico cerca de las escuelas, las experiencias en las áreas de kiss-and-ride, la accesibilidad y otras inquietudes relacionadas con la seguridad.
Sus comentarios ayudarán a FCPS a identificar problemas comunes. Sus respuestas se mantendrán confidenciales y se compartirán con los administradores escolares y la Oficina de Seguridad y Protección. La encuesta toma aproximadamente cinco minutos y estará disponible hasta el jueves, 15 de octubre.
Asegúrese de indicar la escuela relacionada con sus comentarios e incluir los lugares específicos donde haya observado algún problema de seguridad. Si tiene estudiantes en diferentes escuelas de FCPS, complete una encuesta por separado para cada escuela.
Celebrating the Power of School Lunches
Multiple studies show that school lunches are important in supporting overall student health by improving students’ diets and combating food insecurity. Students who eat school lunches consume more fruit, vegetables, and fiber than their peers.
This National School Lunch Week, FCPS Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) reminds families that they are dedicated to providing delicious, healthy, sustainable, and student-focused meals. New menu items have been launched this year based on student feedback.
Want to know what’s for breakfast or lunch? View the Nutrition Services menus.
Celebrando el poder de los almuerzos escolares
Múltiples estudios demuestran que los almuerzos escolares son importantes para apoyar la salud general de los estudiantes al mejorar sus dietas y combatir la inseguridad alimentaria. Los estudiantes que comen almuerzos escolares consumen más frutas, vegetales, y fibra que sus compañeros.
Esta Semana de Almuerzo Escolar, los Servicios de Alimentos y Nutrición (FNS) de FCPS les recuerda a las familias que están dedicados a proveer comidas sabrosas, saludables, sostenibles y enfocadas en los estudiantes. Nuevos artículos de menú han sido lanzados este año basado en la retroalimentación de los estudiantes.
Immunization Events for FCPS Students
FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will be providing school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for all FCPS students, ages 18 and under, with no out-of-pocket costs. Multiple events will take place at designated FCPS locations.
Additional dates will be made available throughout the school year. Parents or guardians may view upcoming events and schedule an appointment for their student. Participation is voluntary. Additional immunization resources are available.
Eventos de vacunación para estudiantes de FCPS
FCPS, en colaboración con Inspire Health Alliance, ofrecerá vacunas requeridas para asistir a la escuela y vacunas opcionales contra la influenza para todos los estudiantes de FCPS de 18 años o menos, sin costo para las familias.
Se realizarán varios eventos en diferentes instalaciones de FCPS y se agregarán nuevas fechas a lo largo del año escolar. Los padres y tutores pueden consultar los próximos eventos y programar una cita para su estudiante. La participación es voluntaria. También puede consultar otros recursos sobre vacunación.
The Hollin Meadows Leadership Team
The Hollin Meadows team is dedicated to making our school a safe and supportive place to learn for your child. We know that the best results come from families and our school team working together. Since you often hear about your child’s day-to-day experiences before we do, please reach out with questions or concerns that you may have.
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Principal Jasibi Crews is our school leader. She is available for questions and concerns by email at jcrews1@fcps.edu.
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Assistant Principal Francesca Gilley (flgilley@fcps.edu) is the team leader for Pre-kindergarten, Grade 2, Grade 4, and Grade 6.
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Assistant Principal Daniel Seidenberg (dpseidenberg@fcps.edu) is the team leader for Grade 1, Grade 3, and Grade 5.
AP Gilley and AP Seidenberg both work with the Kindergarten team.
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Birthdays at HMES
We love celebrating birthdays! Families are welcome to drop off one packaged store-bought item that is allergy-friendly. Please communicate with your child's teacher as early as possible if you would like to drop off a item to share. Items should be dropped off in the front office of the school.
Celebrations take place at the end of the day. While we love our families, birthday celebrations are for students only.
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Hollin Meadows Important Times
Arrive on campus: 8:00 am
Doors Open: 8:05 am
Tardy Bell: 8:20 am
Dismissal Bell: 3:05 pm
Main Office Hours: 7:45 am to 4:00 pm
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FCPS Cares
FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the good work of our Hollin Meadows staff members.
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Quick Links
Hollin Meadows Attendance Information
FCPS Breakfast and Lunch Menus
FCPS Calendars
FCPS Family Resource Center (FRC)
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