|
English | Español | አማርኛ | 中文 | 한국어 | Tiếng Việt | العربية | فارسی | اردو
 
Our second Surprise Attendance Day was a blast! On Wednesday, students enjoyed a DJ dance party during every grade-level lunch block. They had a groovy time dancing to the latest Kidz Bop hits and classic Michael Jackson tunes. Thank you to everyone who helped make the day such a fun celebration of showing up to school! Remember…everyday counts!
Please remember to sign up for a parent-teacher conference time slot with your child’s teacher. Conferences are a valuable opportunity to discuss your child’s progress, celebrate successes, and partner together to support their learning. We look forward to connecting with you!
The end of the first quarter is this Friday, October 30th. Students will be dismissed two hours early at 2:05 p.m., and child care will not be available that day. Please also mark your calendars: Monday, November 2, is a School Planning Day, and Tuesday, November 3, is a Teacher Workday. There will be no school for students on either day.
Enjoy the Fall weekend Hornet Nation!
Paula Johnson-Tyler, Principal
Kayleigh Merritt, Assistant Principal
Boundary Study Community Meeting on November 9
Fairfax County Public Schools is holding a final community meeting related to the Gunston, Halley, Laurel Hill, and Lorton Station Elementary Schools Boundary Study.
The meeting will be held on Monday, November 9, from 6 to 7 p.m., at South County High School. It will focus on the elimination of the Halley Elementary School attendance island, and the middle and high school feeders for Lorton Station Elementary School. FCPS staff will also gather the community’s feedback.
Please register to attend by clicking in person or virtual, based on how you would like to participate. Childcare and language interpretation will be provided as needed.
Learn more about the Gunston, Halley, Laurel Hill, and Lorton Station Elementary Schools Boundary Study
 Halley’s Veteran’s Day Celebrations
During the entire month of November, we would love to display pictures of all our Veterans or Military-connected Parents/Caregivers. Please only upload one (1) picture per Veteran or Servicemember and include the name, branch, and rank. The slideshow will be displayed on our Display TV outside of the main office for all visitors, students, and staff to view.
Military Slideshow
Please upload by Friday, 10/30/26 by using the link below.
We welcome all veterans, active-duty service members, and one (1) additional family member to join us for a continental breakfast sponsored by our Halley PTO. Please join us on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, from 9:30-10:30 here in the Halley cafeteria. If you would like for your child(ren) to attend the breakfast with you, please let me know so I can notify the teacher ahead of time. Right after breakfast, please stay to join us for our Veterans Day Parade, walk through the halls as our students show their appreciation and celebrate you for your service and all you’ve done for our country!
Please RSVP by Friday, 11/6/26 by using the link below.
Veteran's Day Reception Sign Up
 Please Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey
FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. The form is available in SIS ParentVUE under Online Packets, which is in the upper right corner of the screen after logging in. Please complete it as soon as possible. Schools will provide paper forms to families who have not completed the survey in ParentVUE starting Wednesday, October 28.
Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is how we ensure we receive all the resources available to us from the federal government. For more information, please visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page.
Register for ParentVUE
Learn how to activate your SISParentVUE account so you can easily submit your survey and have access to other helpful information about your child.
 Maintain Access to Your Child’s Grades and Assignments: Download the New ParentVUE App
New ParentVUE and StudentVUE mobile apps launched in July. Be sure to download the new app before winter break. After that time, you will need to use the new mobile app or a web browser to access ParentVUE or StudentVUE.
For instructions on installing the new apps and learning more about the updated login process, visit ParentVUE and StudentVUE mobile app resources. If you need assistance, please submit a Parent Support Request.
 Parent Information Session Interest Survey
Please let us know which topics you would like covered in our upcoming Parent Information Sessions.
Parent Information Session Survey
 Halley ES Outstanding Employee Nominations are now OPEN!
Halley ES is accepting nominations for the 2026–2027 school year to recognize outstanding employees. If you have worked with an outstanding employee at Halley ES please consider nominating them. Staff and Halley families are invited to help recognize them by nominating an Outstanding Teacher, Outstanding New Teacher, Outstanding Principal, Outstanding New Principal, Outstanding Leader, Outstanding Professional Employee, or Outstanding Operational Employee. Please consider nominating a staff member for their day-to-day efforts supporting our students, staff, and FCPS initiatives. Submit nominations by Monday, November 9, 2026, using the nomination form linked by the QR code. Thank you for supporting our outstanding Hornet staff!
https://forms.gle/nNFzvPphLCu3NwDG9
 Fall Picture Make-Up Day
Thursday, Nov. 19
Did you miss Picture Day or need a retake?
Fall picture make-ups will take place on Thursday, November 19th for new students, students absent on Sept. 9th, and retakes.
If requesting a retake, please send the original photo package to school with your student.
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:
Registration is not required, but it helps with planning.
 The Importance of the Flu Vaccination
- The annual flu vaccine is the most effective way to protect your child from getting sick and to prevent the spread of illness within our classrooms. Staying up-to-date with your child's flu vaccination helps:
-
Reduce School Absences: Keeping students healthy means more time spent learning and engaging with peers.
-
Protect the Community: Vaccination helps shield vulnerable family members and neighbors from seasonal illness.
-
Support Overall Wellness: Routine flu shots are a key component of a proactive student health plan.
Upcoming Flu Shot Events
FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will be providing flu shots for all FCPS students, ages 18 and under, with no out-of-pocket costs. Multiple events will be taking 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.
Encouraging Regular Attendance
Regular attendance is a good habit to establish in childhood. It can lead to greater success in high school, college, and careers. Teachers and students miss your child when they can’t make it to school. If you or your family need support, please reach out to your school's front office. We are here for you!
If students miss too much school, school staff may reach out to the family to partner with them on addressing barriers to regular attendance. Visit the FCPS website for attendance resources.
Share Your Thoughts on Schools and Buildings in the Renovation Queue Survey
The Office of the Chief of Facilities Services and Capital Programs is seeking input from community members, families, and employees about school facility needs and how FCPS prioritizes facility improvements.
Whether you work in an FCPS school, have a child enrolled, or live near an FCPS school, please share your perspective. The survey asks about building conditions, how facilities affect teaching and learning, renovation priorities, and what information would help you better understand this process.
Look for the survey in your email on Friday, October 16. The survey takes approximately 15 minutes to complete. Participation is voluntary, and all responses will be kept confidential. The survey will remain open until Saturday, October 31.
Did You Know? Bond Referendums Fund Facility Renovations
FCPS does not pay for facility renovations out of its general operating budget. Instead, Fairfax County voters decide on how much money FCPS can spend on capital improvement projects through bond referendums. Bonds are issued by the county to the school division and allow FCPS to renovate buildings without increasing taxes.
Learn more about bond referendums and how they support our schools on the Bond Referendum webpage.
Annual Special Education Family Conference: Breakout Session Information Available
Join us for the annual Special Education Family Conference, Stronger Together: Connecting Families and Schools, taking place on Saturday, November 14, at Hayfield Secondary School.
More than 20 engaging breakout sessions have been designed to support, inform, and inspire our community. Visit the Special Education Family Conference webpage to explore the lineup of presenters, titles, and session descriptions. Complete the Special Education Family Conference Registration Form to secure your spot and let us know about any childcare, language interpretation, or accommodation needs.
Get Involved Today! Volunteer and Student Participation Opportunities
-
Adult Volunteers: Sign up through Volunteer FCPS using the Volunteer Registration Form by Wednesday, October 28. FCPS staff volunteers will receive MyPDE credit.
-
Student Volunteers: Complete the Student Volunteer Interest Form by Wednesday, October 28. Students who volunteer will receive volunteer hours.
-
Student Showcase Opportunities: Students can complete the Student Participation Form to lead a performance or share information about a club or research project. Students serving in these roles will receive service hours. Sign up by Friday, October 30.
Email questions to SpecialEdFamilyConf@fcps.edu.
Help Your Student Stay Focused and Engaged Without Digital Distractions
Please remind your student that personal electronic communication or computing devices should be off and personally stored (i.e., in backpacks) for the duration of the school day: bell to bell.
This includes personal laptops, tablets, smartwatches, smartphones, and similar devices. Students can only use FCPS-issued devices for school-related digital activities during the instructional day. There are exceptions for students with disabilities and those enrolled in specific courses.
If you need to reach your student during the school day, please call the school’s front office. Learn more about the FCPS cellphone policy and device policy.
FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
-
- Literacy Resources
- Return Your Impact Aid Survey
- Download the New ParentVUE App
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
 10/29 - Hallowingo is just a couple few days away! Don’t forget to preorder bingo cards & food for the event!
Join us next week at Hallowingo! Don’t forget to pre-order your bingo cards, food, and concession tickets here!
Would you like to volunteer to help with the event or donate prizes? Sign up here!
Fill the Hive to Refresh the Playground
We need your help to meet our goal!
The Halley PTO needs our entire Halley Hive to help us reach the final $10,000 needed to refresh the Halley Playground! Our 2026–2027 PTO membership drive is dedicated to helping us close that gap.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE
Sign up for the PTO – Every Halley family is invited to visit our PTOBoard website to join or renew their PTO membership with a donation of your choice.
Minimum donation – Simply give what works best for your family. Every dollar brings us closer to our goal, and every donation counts.
Every donation made through this membership drive will go directly toward our Playground Refresh Fund. When we have reached our $10,000 goal, we’ll have the funding needed to create an updated space for Halley students to make memories for years to come.
FILL THE HIVE
Every family that joins the PTO will be represented by a piece of honeycomb to make up the school-wide honeycomb.
Watch the hive grow! As more families join and donate, the stronger our hive will become. Let’s work together to meet our goal!
Scan Me!
https://halleyes.ptboard.com
GRADE LEVEL CHALLENGE
Each family’s honeycomb will be color-coded by grade level so students can watch the participation grow!
Two ways to win:
HIGHEST PARTICIPATION Which grade level can get the greatest percentage of families involved?
HIGHEST AVERAGE DONATION Which grade can generate the strongest average contribution?
|
