Dear Hybla Valley Families,
As we near the end of an incredible first quarter, We want to take a moment to celebrate how far our students have come! Our Huskies are well-settled into their daily routines, and because of their hard work and focus, we are accelerating learning across all academic domains. We hold high expectations for our students because we know firsthand just how capable they are of high achievement.
To keep this strong momentum going, please continue to ensure your child attends school every single day. Today’s generation of students engages in rigorous, high-level instruction daily—every day truly counts and adds up to the unlimited opportunities that await them in middle school, high school, college, and beyond!
With the end of the quarter also comes parent-teacher conference season. We strongly encourage you to attend and ask any questions you have about your child’s progress, strengths, and areas for growth. Please know that advocating for your child will never offend us—we share the exact same goal and want to see them soar!
Thank you so much for your ongoing partnership, dedication, and trust. Hybla Valley Elementary School is truly an exceptional learning community, and we are grateful to work alongside you.
Warmly,
Kathleen, LaTasha, Erica, and Karlie
Important Dates for the End of 1st Quarter and Report Cards:
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Friday, October 30: End of 1st Grading Quarter and 2-hour early release for all students PreK - 6th grade. All students will dismiss at 2:05 PM.
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Monday, November 2 and Tuesday, November 3: School Planning Day and Teacher Workday, no classes, SACC open November 2, SACC closed November 3
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Monday, November 2: Parent-Teacher Conferences
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Monday, November 9: First quarter grades will be available online via SIS ParentVUE.
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Wednesday, November 11: Physical copies of report cards will be sent home in your child’s Wednesday folder.
Starting October 27, Hybla Valley will host a Free Food Market on the fourth Tuesday of each month beginning at 4:15 p.m., while supplies last. Families are encouraged to bring a bag to carry their food. Entry will be through Door 2. We look forward to supporting our school community!
💖 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! 💖
Did you know that about 1 in 8 women in the United States will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime? Because early detection and awareness save lives, this month is dedicated to showing support for survivors, honoring loved ones, and raising awareness together.
Here at Hybla Valley Elementary, our husky pride runs strong—and pink! To show our support, we encourage all students and staff to wear pink every Wednesday throughout October. Let’s flood the halls with pink and show our community how much we care! 🐾🎀
Wednesday, October 28
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.
Veterans Day is a time to honor and thank the brave men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. We are grateful for their service and sacrifice.
Wednesday, November 11: Although it is Veterans Day, a federal holiday, FCPS schools will be open and students should attend school as usual. SACC (Beyond the Bell) will be closed.
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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.
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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.
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.
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is committed to challenging all students through talent development and differentiated instruction. A continuum of Advanced Academic Program (AAP) services is available to students in Grades K-12 and is designed to match services to each student’s unique academic needs.
Identification for Subject-Specific and Part-Time AAP services occurs throughout the school year. Full-Time AAP services have two identification cycles:
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Fall identification: Students in grades 3-7 who have enrolled in FCPS since January may be referred by October 15, 2026.
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Spring identification: Any FCPS student in Grades 2-7 may be referred by December 15, 2026.
FCPS uses ability testing as one consideration in the holistic identification process for AAP services.
- All students in Grade 2 take the Naglieri General Ability Tests (NGAT).
- Students in Grades 3-6 who do not have a multi-domain ability test score take the NGAT.
- Students in Grades 3-6 may retake an ability test one time. Families may request the ability test retake by contacting Erica LoMonaco, School Testing Coordinator, at erlomonaco@fcps.edu by September 30.
Families are invited to attend our last AAP information meeting, led by Megan Fox, our Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART):
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Full-Time AAP Identification: Thursday, November 5 at 9:30 AM and again at 5:00 PM. You can attend in person at Hybla Valley or virtually. To attend the 9:30 AM session virtually, click here. To attend the 5:00 PM session virtually, click here. Families will learn about the referral and identification processes for Full-Time AAP services.
For more information, please contact Megan Fox, AART, at mkfox@fcps.edu or visit the FCPS Advanced Academic Programs website.
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
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Adult Volunteers: Sign up through Volunteer FCPS using the Volunteer Registration Form by Wednesday, October 28. FCPS staff volunteers will receive MyPDE credit.
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Student Volunteers: Complete the Student Volunteer Interest Form by Wednesday, October 28. Students who volunteer will receive volunteer hours.
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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.
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides a monthly amount of money to help households purchase food to ensure adults and families have nutritious meals to stay healthy. Formerly known as food stamps, SNAP helps eligible residents avoid experiencing hunger and food insecurity. Read about updates on the Fairfax County Government website.
Reminder: On Sunday, November 1, at 2 a.m., daylight saving time ends. Don’t forget to move your clocks back one hour!
 October
- End of 1st Grading Quarter, two-hour early release | Friday, October 30th
November
- School Planning Day, no classes, SACC open | Monday, November 2
- Teacher Workday, no classes, SACC closed | Tuesday, November 3
- Veterans Day Federal Holiday, FCPS schools are open, SACC closed | Wednesday, November 11
- FLE Parent Preview Night, virtual 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM | Thursday, November 18
- Picture Day Makeups | Thursday, November 19
- Thanksgiving Holiday, no classes, SACC closed | Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, November 25th - 27th
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