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Table of Contents

• Calendar
• End of Year Laptop Return
• Asian American and Pacific Islander Month
• Jewish American Heritage Month
• Medication Pick-up
• Kindergarten Registration for 2024-2025
• Class Placement Input (Correction)
• News from the PTA
• News from our Family Liaison
• For Our Military Families: Military Matters

 

• May 24 - HES Military Families Popsicle Playdate; 3:30 p.m.
• May 27 - Memorial Day Holiday
• June 12 - Last Day of School/2-Hour Early Release

See the complete school year calendar

End of Year Laptop Return

FCPS has mandated that all FCPS student laptops and chargers be returned  so that they can be serviced and updated for redistribution for the 2024-2025 school year. On Wednesday, June 12, the last day of school, each classroom will return all technology equipment. Students who do not turn in their equipment will be charged $472 for a laptop/iPad.

The only exceptions are for students enrolled in a summer school program/ESY who need their laptop/iPad to participate. If your child is identified for this, his/her laptop/iPad and charger will be sent home on the last day of school. Please direct any questions you have about the laptop return process to your child’s classroom teacher, including inquiries about financial replacement for missing laptops or chargers.

Asian American and Pacific Islander Month

People with ancestral roots in Asia and the islands of the Pacific have been integral to the story of America. In 1992, May was designated Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month to celebrate their heritage and contributions.Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.

Jewish American Heritage Month

May is a national month of recognition of the history of Jewish contributions to American culture, acknowledging the diverse achievement of the Jewish community in the U.S. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.

Medication Pick-up

As we approach the end of the school year, please keep the following in mind: If your child has medication in the health room, a parent/guardian must pick it up by 2 p.m. on June 12. Any medication not picked up, will be destroyed according to FCPS regulation.

Kindergarten Registration

There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. Schedule an appointment.

After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation, Bridge to Kindergarten, or any other introductory events each school may host. Read more about the registration process.

 

💻 Try Online Registration

Parents may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process. 

When registering, parents will create (or log in to an existing) SIS ParentVUE account. Please note that passwords should be more than 12 characters long. If you have an existing account and your password is shorter, please update it when you log in.

Class Placement: Parent/Guardian Input for the 2024-2025 School Year

As we begin planning for the next school year, one of our most challenging tasks is creating class groupings. It is very important to have balanced classes that reflect the diversity of our students. As we make these placements, we consider many factors including individual student information, teacher input, and social relationships.

If you have information that you believe is pertinent to your child’s placement for next year, please complete this form by Friday, May 31. If you have multiple children, please complete a separate form for each child. There is no need to complete the form if you do not have any information you would like us to consider. Requests for specific teachers will not be honored.

News from the PTA

Call for Executive Board Nominees:

If you are interested in being a Board Member for the ‘24-’25 school year, it’s time to let us know! The open positions are Vice President, Recording Secretary, Treasurer and Corresponding Secretary.

 

Contact the Nominations Committee for more information, [email protected]  All current PTA members are welcome to apply for any of these positions!

 

Get Inolved: 24’-25’ Committee Opportunities Available Now!

Have you attended any PTA events this year and enjoyed yourself? It's thanks to our dedicated Committees that we're able to host such a variety of engaging events and initiatives throughout the year, benefiting the entire school community. 

 

If you're ready to get more involved with the PTA but aren't quite sure where to begin, consider joining one of our Committees! With 20 committees in total, we're actively seeking enthusiastic individuals to take on leadership and support roles to form full committees. Committee Purpose & Responsibilities

 

Express your interest by filling out this form by May 19th: tinyurl.com/hescom24. Even if you're not a current member, we encourage you to apply!

 

Dates to Remember:

 

May 15th: Restaurant Night: Pizzeria UNO

May 16th: PTA Meeting (The last one of the year!)

May 19th: Last day to fill out the Call for Committees Form

May 24th: Popsicles on the Playground for Military Families

May 31st: Blacktop Bash

June 4th: 6th Grade Celebration (for students)

PTA Transition Meeting (To be announced)

 

Stay informed with the latest PTA news here:

hayfieldespta.ptboard.com

facebook.com/HayfieldElementaryPTA

instagram.com/hayfieldespta

News from our Family Liaison

ParentVUE informational sessions held in Hayfield Elementary School Cafeteria. Registration is requested to determine space required for the meeting.  Please email questions to Marily Grotz, Family Liaison at [email protected] or send a text* to (415)360-0175.  *Talking Points texts are translated from any language into English.

 

• Tuesday, May 14th at 7pm-8pm
• Friday, May 17th at 9am-10am

 

The Hybla Valley Community Market is open! Families can visit Tuesdays 4-5:30pm and Saturdays 11am-1pm at Hybla Valley Community Center from May through August. Additionally, the Market will be at Gum Springs Community Center on May 16th, June 13th, and July 11th from 12-2pm.

 

NCS (Neighborhood and Community Services) is hosting a Community Focus Group on May 8, 13, and 30 in Springfield. You are invited to participate and share your concerns on community conditions that impact safety and well-being. Springfield Family Resource Center 7224 Commerce Street, Apt. T-4, Springfield, VA

Childcare and Light Refreshments and Giveaways.  For more information please contact: Springfield Family Resource Center at 703-644-0000. 

 

Unable to attend? You may respond through surveys between May 8 - 22.

Survey for Adults https://forms.office.com/g/CK9XfCW3fq

Survey for Youth and Teens https://forms.office.com/g/Bk02JPhajg

Marily Grotz

Family Liaison

Hayfield Elementary School

Phone: 703-924-4553  Cell: 571-296-6011

Email: [email protected]

Office Hours:  Tuesday/Thursday 8:30am-3:30pm

Sign up for News You Choose Emails

School Website:  hayfieldes.fcps.edu

For Our Military Families: Military Matters

HES Military Families Popsicle Playdate:

• May 24th,    Time: 3:30         Place: HES Playground

Eat Popsicles & Have Fun with Friends

Join us after school at the HES playground for festivities to celebrate the end of the school year. Whether you’re saying farewell as you PCS or socializing & networking while hanging out with friends, we would love to see you.

 

Military Families Virtual Listening Chat

May 15, 12:00-2pm

Dr. Lisa Coons, Virginia Superintendent of Public Instruction, is interested in hearing from military families across Virginia.

            You may wish to consider joining others in their sharing of their family’s educational experiences during the Military Families Virtual Listening Session.

Microsoft Teams:

Join the meeting now

Meeting ID: 224 877 418 291

Passcode: 4Acmv5

Dial-in by phone

+1 434-230-0065,,898717595# United States, Lynchburg

Find a local number

Phone conference ID: 898 717 595#

For more information, please contact Dan Dunham at [email protected].  To connect with FCPS resources, please email [email protected]. 

 

Fort Belvoir MWR Upcoming Events:

 

America’s Armed Forces Kids Run -

Join us for a fun evening where Star Wars meets cosmic bowling.

May 18th, 9am - Fort Belvoir, Pullen Field Track (1182 12th St.)

Activities:

• This event is opened to all military families & is being held at Military bases and installations around the world.
• Ages: 5-13 years
• https://belvoir.armymwr.com/calendar/event/americas-armed-forces-kids-run/6419975/88515
• https://belvoir.armymwr.com/

Registration required, open now through May 15th.

 

 

Shelly Oberst, LCSW

Military & Family Life Counselor

Hayfield Elementary School

Cell: 571-386-7884

[email protected]

 

• Hayfield Elementary School Calendar
• FCPS School Year Calendar
• Attendance Form
• Student Handbook
• Family Resources (registration, SIS ParentVUE, Cafeteria, and BYOD)
• Family Information Lines (Eight Languages)
• Safety Tipline

7633 Telegraph Rd., Alexandria, VA 22315  |  Phone: 703.924.4500

Attendance: [email protected] | Web | Twitter

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Table of Contents

• Calendar
• End of Year Laptop Return
• Asian American and Pacific Islander Month
• Jewish American Heritage Month
• Medication Pick-up
• Kindergarten Registration for 2024-2025
• Class Placement Input
• News from the PTA
• News from our Family Liaison
• For Our Military Families: Military Matters

 

• May 24 - HES Military Families Popsicle Playdate; 3:30 p.m.
• May 27 - Memorial Day Holiday
• June 12 - Last Day of School/2-Hour Early Release

See the complete school year calendar

End of Year Laptop Return

FCPS has mandated that all FCPS student laptops and chargers be returned  so that they can be serviced and updated for redistribution for the 2024-2025 school year. On Wednesday, June 12, the last day of school, each classroom will return all technology equipment. Students who do not turn in their equipment will be charged $472 for a laptop/iPad.

The only exceptions are for students enrolled in a summer school program/ESY who need their laptop/iPad to participate. If your child is identified for this, his/her laptop/iPad and charger will be sent home on the last day of school. Please direct any questions you have about the laptop return process to your child’s classroom teacher, including inquiries about financial replacement for missing laptops or chargers.

Asian American and Pacific Islander Month

People with ancestral roots in Asia and the islands of the Pacific have been integral to the story of America. In 1992, May was designated Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month to celebrate their heritage and contributions.Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.

Jewish American Heritage Month

May is a national month of recognition of the history of Jewish contributions to American culture, acknowledging the diverse achievement of the Jewish community in the U.S. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.

Medication Pick-up

As we approach the end of the school year, please keep the following in mind: If your child has medication in the health room, a parent/guardian must pick it up by 2 p.m. on June 12. Any medication not picked up, will be destroyed according to FCPS regulation.

Kindergarten Registration

There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. Schedule an appointment.

After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation, Bridge to Kindergarten, or any other introductory events each school may host. Read more about the registration process.

 

💻 Try Online Registration

Parents may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process. 

When registering, parents will create (or log in to an existing) SIS ParentVUE account. Please note that passwords should be more than 12 characters long. If you have an existing account and your password is shorter, please update it when you log in.

Class Placement: Parent/Guardian Input for the 2024-2025 School Year

As we begin planning for the next school year, one of our most challenging tasks is creating class groupings. It is very important to have balanced classes that reflect the diversity of our students. As we make these placements, we consider many factors including individual student information, teacher input, and social relationships.

If you have information that you believe is pertinent to your child’s placement for next year, please complete this form by Friday, May 12. If you have multiple children, please complete a separate form for each child. There is no need to complete the form if you do not have any information you would like us to consider. Requests for specific teachers will not be honored.

News from the PTA

Call for Executive Board Nominees:

If you are interested in being a Board Member for the ‘24-’25 school year, it’s time to let us know! The open positions are Vice President, Recording Secretary, Treasurer and Corresponding Secretary.

 

Contact the Nominations Committee for more information, [email protected]  All current PTA members are welcome to apply for any of these positions!

 

Get Inolved: 24’-25’ Committee Opportunities Available Now!

Have you attended any PTA events this year and enjoyed yourself? It's thanks to our dedicated Committees that we're able to host such a variety of engaging events and initiatives throughout the year, benefiting the entire school community. 

 

If you're ready to get more involved with the PTA but aren't quite sure where to begin, consider joining one of our Committees! With 20 committees in total, we're actively seeking enthusiastic individuals to take on leadership and support roles to form full committees. Committee Purpose & Responsibilities

 

Express your interest by filling out this form by May 19th: tinyurl.com/hescom24. Even if you're not a current member, we encourage you to apply!

 

Dates to Remember:

 

May 15th: Restaurant Night: Pizzeria UNO

May 16th: PTA Meeting (The last one of the year!)

May 19th: Last day to fill out the Call for Committees Form

May 24th: Popsicles on the Playground for Military Families

May 31st: Blacktop Bash

June 4th: 6th Grade Celebration (for students)

PTA Transition Meeting (To be announced)

 

Stay informed with the latest PTA news here:

hayfieldespta.ptboard.com

facebook.com/HayfieldElementaryPTA

instagram.com/hayfieldespta

News from our Family Liaison

ParentVUE informational sessions held in Hayfield Elementary School Cafeteria. Registration is requested to determine space required for the meeting.  Please email questions to Marily Grotz, Family Liaison at [email protected] or send a text* to (415)360-0175.  *Talking Points texts are translated from any language into English.

 

• Tuesday, May 14th at 7pm-8pm
• Friday, May 17th at 9am-10am

 

The Hybla Valley Community Market is open! Families can visit Tuesdays 4-5:30pm and Saturdays 11am-1pm at Hybla Valley Community Center from May through August. Additionally, the Market will be at Gum Springs Community Center on May 16th, June 13th, and July 11th from 12-2pm.

 

NCS (Neighborhood and Community Services) is hosting a Community Focus Group on May 8, 13, and 30 in Springfield. You are invited to participate and share your concerns on community conditions that impact safety and well-being. Springfield Family Resource Center 7224 Commerce Street, Apt. T-4, Springfield, VA

Childcare and Light Refreshments and Giveaways.  For more information please contact: Springfield Family Resource Center at 703-644-0000. 

 

Unable to attend? You may respond through surveys between May 8 - 22.

Survey for Adults https://forms.office.com/g/CK9XfCW3fq

Survey for Youth and Teens https://forms.office.com/g/Bk02JPhajg

Marily Grotz

Family Liaison

Hayfield Elementary School

Phone: 703-924-4553  Cell: 571-296-6011

Email: [email protected]

Office Hours:  Tuesday/Thursday 8:30am-3:30pm

Sign up for News You Choose Emails

School Website:  hayfieldes.fcps.edu

For Our Military Families: Military Matters

HES Military Families Popsicle Playdate:

• May 24th,    Time: 3:30         Place: HES Playground

Eat Popsicles & Have Fun with Friends

Join us after school at the HES playground for festivities to celebrate the end of the school year. Whether you’re saying farewell as you PCS or socializing & networking while hanging out with friends, we would love to see you.

 

Military Families Virtual Listening Chat

May 15, 12:00-2pm

Dr. Lisa Coons, Virginia Superintendent of Public Instruction, is interested in hearing from military families across Virginia.

            You may wish to consider joining others in their sharing of their family’s educational experiences during the Military Families Virtual Listening Session.

Microsoft Teams:

Join the meeting now

Meeting ID: 224 877 418 291

Passcode: 4Acmv5

Dial-in by phone

+1 434-230-0065,,898717595# United States, Lynchburg

Find a local number

Phone conference ID: 898 717 595#

For more information, please contact Dan Dunham at [email protected].  To connect with FCPS resources, please email [email protected]. 

 

Fort Belvoir MWR Upcoming Events:

 

America’s Armed Forces Kids Run -

Join us for a fun evening where Star Wars meets cosmic bowling.

May 18th, 9am - Fort Belvoir, Pullen Field Track (1182 12th St.)

Activities:

• This event is opened to all military families & is being held at Military bases and installations around the world.
• Ages: 5-13 years
• https://belvoir.armymwr.com/calendar/event/americas-armed-forces-kids-run/6419975/88515
• https://belvoir.armymwr.com/

Registration required, open now through May 15th.

 

 

Shelly Oberst, LCSW

Military & Family Life Counselor

Hayfield Elementary School

Cell: 571-386-7884

[email protected]

 

• Hayfield Elementary School Calendar
• FCPS School Year Calendar
• Attendance Form
• Student Handbook
• Family Resources (registration, SIS ParentVUE, Cafeteria, and BYOD)
• Family Information Lines (Eight Languages)
• Safety Tipline

7633 Telegraph Rd., Alexandria, VA 22315  |  Phone: 703.924.4500

Attendance: [email protected] | Web | Twitter

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

English | Español | አማርኛ | 中文 | 한국어 | Tiếng Việt | العربية | فارسی | اردو

Table of Contents

• Calendar
• Asian American and Pacific Islander Month
• Jewish American Heritage Month
• Kindergarten Registration for 2024-2025
• News from the PTA
• News from our Family Liaison
• For Our Military Families: Military Matters

 

• May 5 - Orthodox Easter
• May 6-10 - Staff Appreciation Week
• May 24 - HES Military Families Popsicle Playdate; 3:30 p.m.
• May 27 - Memorial Day Holiday
• June 12 - Last Day of School/2-Hour Early Release

See the complete school year calendar

Asian American and Pacific Islander Month

People with ancestral roots in Asia and the islands of the Pacific have been integral to the story of America. In 1992, May was designated Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month to celebrate their heritage and contributions.Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.

Jewish American Heritage Month

May is a national month of recognition of the history of Jewish contributions to American culture, acknowledging the diverse achievement of the Jewish community in the U.S. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.

Kindergarten Registration

There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. Schedule an appointment.

After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation, Bridge to Kindergarten, or any other introductory events each school may host. Read more about the registration process.

 

💻 Try Online Registration

Parents may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process. 

When registering, parents will create (or log in to an existing) SIS ParentVUE account. Please note that passwords should be more than 12 characters long. If you have an existing account and your password is shorter, please update it when you log in.

News from the PTA

Staff Appreciation Week kicks off on Monday!

We encourage you to take a moment to thank the individuals who have such a significant impact on our children's lives. Whether it's through a heartfelt note, a thoughtful drawing, or a small gift from their favorite things list, your gesture will mean the world to them. 

 

The PTA has a fun week planned for the staff with daily events and activities. If you would like to help out next week, please sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/mpbjy8uz

 

Dates to Remember:

 

May 6th - 10th: Staff Appreciation Week

May 15th: Restaurant Night: Pizzeria UNO

May 16th: PTA Meeting

May 24th: Popsicles on the Playground for Military Families

May 31st: Blacktop Bash

June 4th: 6th Grade Celebration (for students)

 

Call for Nominees:

If you are interested in being an Executive Board Member next school year it’s time to let us know! Please contact the Nominations Committee for more information, [email protected]  All current PTA members are welcome (and encouraged) to apply for these positions!

 

Stay informed with the latest PTA news here:

hayfieldespta.ptboard.com

facebook.com/HayfieldElementaryPTA

instagram.com/hayfieldespta

 

News from our Family Liaison

ParentVUE informational sessions held in Hayfield Elementary School Cafeteria.  Register Here!

• Tuesday, May 14th at 7pm-8pm
• Friday, May 17th at 9am-8am

Check Your Child’s Attendance

• Parents can log into the Student Information System (SIS) Parent Account to view your child's attendance. For additional support with accessing and using the SIS Parent Account visit our SIS Parent Account overview page or plan to attend one of the informational sessions above for an in-person guided tutorial.

Family Resource Center - Registration for May workshops is now open.

            May 10 - Apego: Creando una relación con mi hijo donde se sienta seguro y protegido. (presentado en español)             May 17 - Meet the Author Series: The Breakthrough Years by Ellen Galinsky

            May 31 - Behavior Solution Series for Secondary Families: Taming the Teenaged Brain

 

 

📞 Parent Information Line Available in Eight Languages

 

Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.

 

Marily Grotz

Family Liaison

Hayfield Elementary School

Phone: 703-924-4553  Cell: 571-296-6011

Email: [email protected]

Office Hours:  Tuesday/Thursday 8:30am-3:30pm

Sign up for News You Choose Emails

School Website:  hayfieldes.fcps.edu

For Our Military Families: Military Matters

 

HES Military Families Popsicle Playdate:

• May 24th,     Time: 3:30         Place: HES Playground

Eat Popsicles & Have Fun with Friends

Join us after school at the HES playground for festivities to celebrate the end of the school year. Whether you’re saying farewell as you PCS or socializing & networking while hanging out with friends, we would love to see you.

 

Parent Webinars - Upcoming:

 

Maximizing You Summer Experience – MCEC (Military Child Education Coalition)

            May 8th, 12pm noon, Virtual

Are you excited for opportunities this summer with your children? Please join us as we talk about military-connected learning opportunities, discounts, engagement activities, and unique summer experiences available to maximize the summer break.

Registration Required. Webinar Registration - Zoom

https://www.militarychild.org/event/parent-webinars/

 

Fort Belvoir MWR Upcoming Events:

 

America’s Armed Forces Kids Run -

Join us for a fun evening where Star Wars meets cosmic bowling.

May 18th, 9am - Fort Belvoir, Pullen Field Track (1182 12th St.)

Activities:

• This event is opened to all military families & is being held at Military bases and installations around the world.
• Ages: 5-13 years
• https://belvoir.armymwr.com/calendar/event/americas-armed-forces-kids-run/6419975/88515
• https://belvoir.armymwr.com/

Registration required, open now through May 15th.

 

Shelly Oberst, LCSW

Military & Family Life Counselor

Hayfield Elementary School

Cell: 571-386-7884

[email protected]

 

• Hayfield Elementary School Calendar
• FCPS School Year Calendar
• Attendance Form
• Student Handbook
• Family Resources (registration, SIS ParentVUE, Cafeteria, and BYOD)
• Family Information Lines (Eight Languages)
• Safety Tipline

7633 Telegraph Rd., Alexandria, VA 22315  |  Phone: 703.924.4500

Attendance: [email protected] | Web | Twitter

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

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SOLs Continue This Week!

Our 5th graders kicked off SOL season last week, and the majority of testing takes place in the upcoming weeks. We need 2-3 volunteers during each testing day to act as hall/bathroom monitors, and prevent any testing irregularities. If you are able to volunteer from 9 a.m. to noon on any of the testing days below, please email [email protected].

ALL students who are testing need to:

* Go to bed on time and get a good night's rest before their test

* Eat a filling breakfast

* Bring a water bottle if it helps them during testing

* Arrive to school on time

 

The testing schedule as follows: 

Thursday, 5/2: 5th grade Reading

Tuesday, 5/7: 6th grade Reading

Wednesday, 5/8: 3rd grade Reading

Thursday, 5/9: 4th grade Reading

Tuesday, 5/14: 5th grade Math

Monday, 5/20: 4th grade Math

Tuesday, 5/21: 5th grade Science and 3rd grade Math

Wednesday, 5/22: 6th/7th grade Math

Quick Links

• Hayfield Elementary School Calendar
• FCPS School Year Calendar
• Attendance Form
• Student Handbook
• Family Resources (registration, SIS ParentVUE, Cafeteria, and BYOD)
• Family Information Lines (Eight Languages)
• Safety Tipline

7633 Telegraph Rd., Alexandria, VA 22315  |  Phone: 703.924.4500

Attendance: [email protected] | Web | Twitter

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

English | Español | አማርኛ | 中文 | 한국어 | Tiếng Việt | العربية | فارسی | اردو

Table of Contents

• Calendar
• Asian American and Pacific Islander Month
• Jewish American Heritage Month
• Kindergarten Registration for 2024-2025
• News from the PTA
• News from our Family Liaison
• For Our Military Families: Military Matters

 

• May 3 - Orthodox Good Friday/Teacher Workday
• May 5 - Orthodox Easter
• May 6-10 - Staff Appreciation Week
• May 27 - Memorial Day Holiday

See the complete school year calendar

Asian American and Pacific Islander Month

People with ancestral roots in Asia and the islands of the Pacific have been integral to the story of America. In 1992, May was designated Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month to celebrate their heritage and contributions.Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.

Jewish American Heritage Month

May is a national month of recognition of the history of Jewish contributions to American culture, acknowledging the diverse achievement of the Jewish community in the U.S. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.

Kindergarten Registration

There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. Schedule an appointment.

After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation, Bridge to Kindergarten, or any other introductory events each school may host. Read more about the registration process.

 

💻 Try Online Registration

Parents may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process. 

When registering, parents will create (or log in to an existing) SIS ParentVUE account. Please note that passwords should be more than 12 characters long. If you have an existing account and your password is shorter, please update it when you log in.

News from the PTA

May 6th - 10th: Staff Appreciation Week-Volunteers Needed! https://tinyurl.com/mpbjy8uz

May 15th: Restaurant Night: Pizzeria UNO

May 16th: PTA Meeting

May 31st: Blacktop Bash

 

Information about PTA Board Member Elections for Vice President, Recording Secretary and Corresponding Secretary for the ‘24 -‘25 school year will be shared soon! If you are interested in these positions or have any questions about the roles, please contact [email protected]

 

ALL current PTA members are welcome (and encouraged) to apply for these positions!

 

Stay informed with the latest PTA news here:

hayfieldespta.ptboard.com

facebook.com/HayfieldElementaryPTA

instagram.com/hayfieldespta

News from our Family Liaison

• SACC registration is now open for the 2024-25 school year and the Camp Fairfax summer program. Fairfax County Government’s School Age Child Care (SACC) program provides fun, safe, and educational care for children in kindergarten through sixth grade. Care is available before school, after school, and during school breaks in select Fairfax County public elementary schools and community centers. 

 

• Franconia District Supervisor Rodney Lusk and Fairfax County Neighborhood and Community Services are seeking a mural artist to design and paint the outside east wall of Hybla Valley Community Center. Applications must be received by April 30, 2024. More information in flyer at the end of the newsletter.

 

• Drug Take Back Day is scheduled for Saturday, April 27th. Dispose of your unused or expired medications at designated drop-off locations throughout our county. Find the drop-off sites at bit.ly/3JbQeXG

 

• Parktakes summer class registration is now OPEN! Families should register before May 3 to receive a discount on classes. 
• Registration LINK
• Parktakes Online Magazine
• The Fairfax County Health Department invites families to an engaging, free community event centered around healthy and active living! Healthy Together Fairfax will be held on Sunday, May 19th, from 12-3pm at Franconia Park. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/47skTux

Marily Grotz

Family Liaison

Hayfield Elementary School

Phone: 703-924-4553  Cell: 571-296-6011

Email: [email protected]

Office Hours:  Tuesday/Thursday 8:30am-3:30pm

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School Website:  hayfieldes.fcps.edu

For Our Military Families: Military Matters

• April 30th, Shining Stars Day – Military Kids are Shining Stars

Wear Stars, Bright Colors & Anything that Sparkles to Honor Military Kids.

 

• May 24th,        Time: 3:30         Place: HES Playground

Popsicle Party Playdate – Eat Popsicles & Have Fun with Friends

Join us after school at the HES playground for festivities to celebrate the end of the school year. Whether you’re saying farewell as you PCS or socializing & networking while hanging out with friends, we would love to see you.

 

Fort Belvoir MWR Upcoming Events:

 

May the Fourth Galactic Bowling -

Join us for a fun evening where Star Wars meets cosmic bowling!

May 4th, 6-8pm - Fort Belvoir Bowling Center

Activities:

• Star Wars-themed crafts
• Star Wars Costume Contest
• Photo Booth
• Bowling
• Music & More
• https://belvoir.armymwr.com/calendar/event/may-fourth-galactic-bowling/6438775/89242
• https://belvoir.armymwr.com/

Registration is highly encouraged.

 

America’s Armed Forces Kids Run -

Join us for a fun evening where Star Wars meets cosmic bowling.

May 18th, 9am - Fort Belvoir, Pullen Field Track (1182 12th St.)

Activities:

• This event is opened to all military families & is being held at Military bases and installations around the world.
• Ages: 5-13 years
• https://belvoir.armymwr.com/calendar/event/americas-armed-forces-kids-run/6419975/88515
• https://belvoir.armymwr.com/

Registration is required, open now through May 15th.

 

Shelly Oberst, LCSW

Military & Family Life Counselor

Hayfield Elementary School

Cell: 571-386-7884

[email protected]

 

• Hayfield Elementary School Calendar
• FCPS School Year Calendar
• Attendance Form
• Student Handbook
• Family Resources (registration, SIS ParentVUE, Cafeteria, and BYOD)
• Family Information Lines (Eight Languages)
• Safety Tipline

7633 Telegraph Rd., Alexandria, VA 22315  |  Phone: 703.924.4500

Attendance: [email protected] | Web | Twitter

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Table of Contents

• Calendar
• Social and Emotional Screener Results
• School Library Month
• Mental Health in Childhood
• Kindergarten Registration for 2024-2025
• College and Careers Month
• News from the PTA
• News from our Family Liaison
• For Our Military Families: Military Matters

 

• April 22 - Earth Day
• April 22 & 23 - Passover
• April 24 - Theravada Ne Year

See the complete school year calendar

Social and Emotional Learning Screener Results Coming Soon

FCPS students in grades 3-12 took the Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener during March, providing updated information on skills such as achieving goals, understanding and managing emotions, establishing and maintaining relationships with adults and peers, and making responsible decisions. The SEL Screener also helps students evaluate their school community’s efforts to make them feel valued, included, and supported. 

In late April, individual student SEL Screener results will be available for families in the Documents section of SIS ParentVUE. For families who do not have an active ParentVUE account, results will be sent via postal mail. 

Get more information about the screener on the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage. For support in understanding your individual student’s results or ideas on how to support them at home, please review the Family Guide or contact your student’s counselor. 

School Library Month

In FCPS libraries, students develop knowledge and skills, experience a sense of belonging, find inspiration and support, and have the ability to freely pursue their personal interests and academic growth. Watch this video to learn how FCPS librarians make a difference. Please take a moment to thank Ms. Ergler for all she does to support our students, staff, and community!

Mental Health in Childhood

Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are associated with children’s physical and mental health. Mental health disorders such as ADHD and anxiety are the most commonly diagnosed in children, which often occurs together. Anxiety is feelings of worry, apprehension or dread that something bad is going to happen. Children diagnosed with ADHD may have trouble paying attention, controlling impulsive behaviors, or be overly active. Early diagnosis and appropriate services for children and their families can make a difference in the lives of children with mental health disorders.

 

Anxiety related triggers are lonely and frightening emotional responses related to situations, persons, places or objects. Today’s sources of stress for our students include: increased coursework and graduation requirements, extracurricular activities, household responsibilities, and social media. Social media has been a great way to increase connection and communication, but for our young people it contributes to shorter attention spans and information overload. Signs of anxiety include appearing worried, irritable or nervous, restlessness, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, along with physical symptoms such as sleeping problems, headaches, and stomach aches. It is understandable for a parent to be worried because figuring out what to do is hard. Here are five simple ways to respond to teens with anxiety:

 

1. Recognize warning signs.
2. Guide your child to take a few deep breaths to slow things down.
3. Make sure your child understands you are available if they need to talk.
4. Acknowledge your child’s feelings and avoid downplaying situations or issues.
5. Help them come up with ways to deal with the situation next time.

 

For general questions about the FCPS Substance Abuse Prevention Program, please contact the Office of Student Safety & Wellness at: 571.423.4270.

 

Sources & Resources

The Anxiety Toolkit for Teens

Talk, They Hear You

Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences

 

 

For Further Information & Support:

 

Bryan Villalobos

Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist

[email protected]

Kindergarten Registration

There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. Schedule an appointment.

After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation, Bridge to Kindergarten, or any other introductory events each school may host. Read more about the registration process.

 

💻 Try Online Registration

Parents may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process. 

When registering, parents will create (or log in to an existing) SIS ParentVUE account. Please note that passwords should be more than 12 characters long. If you have an existing account and your password is shorter, please update it when you log in.

April is College and Careers Month at Hayfield ES

To celebrate the careers in our community, our students would love to hear and learn some interesting facts about your job. Please use the following Flipgrid link to post a one-minute video highlighting your career. During the month of April, teachers will play these videos for their class. We want to know about what you do for a living. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact one of the counselors.

Flipgrid link:

https://flip.com/ae62a73a

Thank you for sharing about your job with us!!

 

College and Career Week April 22nd-26th

News from the PTA

Stay informed with the latest PTA news here:

hayfieldespta.ptboard.com

facebook.com/HayfieldElementaryPTA

instagram.com/hayfieldespta

 

Dates to Remember:

April 26th: Career Night (Please RSVP and  Volunteer!)

May 6th - 10th: Staff Appreciation Week

May 15th: Restaurant Night: Pizzeria UNO

May 16th: PTA Meeting

 

Did you miss last night’s PTA meeting?

View the agenda and watch the recordings: Part 1 & Part 2

 

Information about PTA Board Member Elections for Vice President, Recording Secretary and Corresponding Secretary for the ‘24 - ‘25 school year are coming up! If you are interested in these positions or have any questions, please contact any of the current board members. All current PTA members are eligible to be candidates.

News from our Family Liaison

FCPS Family Summit, an event hosted by Fairfax County Public Schools in collaboration with Fairfax Alliance of Black School Educators, Black Women's Educational Alliance - DC Chapter, Asian Educators Association, and Hispanic Educators Association. Our conference promises to cover a variety of topics designed to benefit all families, with a special focus on providing social-emotional resources. We are committed to providing a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for all members of our community by engaging in partnerships and learning together to support our students.  Saturday, April 20, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Marshall High School, 7731 Leesburg Pike Falls Church, Virginia 22043. 

Register Here!

 

Family Resource Center Workshops

April 30 - Counseling Services in Virginia for Mental Health and Substance Abuse: How to Get the Help You Desire 

• Presenter: FCPS Sr. Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist
• Date: Tuesday, April 30, 2024 Add to Your Calendar
• Time: 10 - 11:30 a.m.
• Format: Virtual

Register for this event

 

May 10 - Apego: Creando una relación con mi hijo donde se sienta seguro y protegido. (presentado en español)

• Fecha: Viernes, 10 de mayo de 2024 Agregue a su calendario
• Hora: 10 - 11:30 a.m.
• Format: Virtual

Regístrate para este evento

 

Summer Camps for Preschoolers

• https://dmv.kidsoutandabout.com/content/preschool-summer-camps-dc-metro-area
• https://dcmoms.com/ages-stages/toddler/toddler-friendly-summer-camps-in-dc/
• https://www.brighthorizons.com/programs/summer-camp
• https://www.fairfaxva.gov/government/parks-recreation/camp-programs

 

Marily Grotz

Family Liaison

Hayfield Elementary School

Phone: 703-924-4553  Cell: 571-296-6011

Email: [email protected]

Office Hours:  Tuesday/Thursday 8:30am-3:30pm

Sign up for News You Choose Emails

School Website:  hayfieldes.fcps.edu

For Our Military Families: Military Matters

Mark Your Calendar – Upcoming Events & Dates

April is Month of the Military Child!!

• April 22 – “Bootcamp” Fun Day.

JROTC cadettes from Hayfield Secondary will be coming over to HES to run some super fun activities. The cadettes created a variety of activities and they’re way more exciting than pushups & jumping jacks! All students in the school will participate during PE class & most events will be outside (weather permitting). Get ready for some serious action and remember to wear clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty.                      

• April 30th, Shining Stars Day – Military Kids are Shining Stars

Wear Stars, Bright Colors & Anything that Sparkles to Honor Military Kids.

 

• May 24th @ 3:30:

 Popsicle Party Playdate – Eat Popsicles & Have Fun with Friends

Join us after school at the HES playground for festivities to celebrate the end of the school year. Whether you’re saying farewell as you PCS or socializing & networking while hanging out with friends, we would love to see you.

 

• Get Out & Enjoy the Great Outdoors -

Free Entrance to National Parks for Current Military, Veterans & Gold Star Families

https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/veterans-and-gold-star-families-free-access.htm

A free Lifetime Military Pass is available for Gold Star Families & US Military Veterans. A free Annual Military Pass is available for current US military members & their dependents. The passes provide free access to more than 2,000 federal recreation areas, including national parks, wildlife refuges, and forests.

 

Shelly Oberst, LCSW

Military & Family Life Counselor

Hayfield Elementary School

Cell: 571-386-7884

[email protected]

 

• Hayfield Elementary School Calendar
• FCPS School Year Calendar
• Attendance Form
• Student Handbook
• Family Resources (registration, SIS ParentVUE, Cafeteria, and BYOD)
• Family Information Lines (Eight Languages)
• Safety Tipline

7633 Telegraph Rd., Alexandria, VA 22315  |  Phone: 703.924.4500

Attendance: [email protected] | Web | Twitter

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5th Grade Integrated Reading & Writing Test This Week

Hello families,

Virginia is rolling out a new, combined Reading and Writing SOL test for 5th graders this year. Our students will take this test on Thursday morning, April 18. It is very important that our students get a good night's sleep, eat a healthy breakfast, and arrive to school on time that day!

Additionally, we are requesting 3 parent volunteers to escort students to/from the bathroom and water fountains, as required to ensure test security. Please email [email protected] if you are able to assist us from 9 a.m. to noon on April 18.

Thank you, and good luck Hawks!

Quick Links

• Hayfield Elementary School Calendar
• FCPS School Year Calendar
• Attendance Form
• Student Handbook
• Family Resources (registration, SIS ParentVUE, Cafeteria, and BYOD)
• Family Information Lines (Eight Languages)
• Safety Tipline

7633 Telegraph Rd., Alexandria, VA 22315  |  Phone: 703.924.4500

Attendance: [email protected] | Web | Twitter

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Table of Contents

• Calendar
• School Library Month
• Mental Health in Childhood
• Kindergarten Registration for 2024-2025
• College and Careers Month
• Month of the Military Child
• News from the PTA
• News from our Family Liaison
• For Our Military Families: Military Matters

 

• April 12 – Military Families Pizza Night; 5-7 p.m.
• April 17 – Military Families Parent Coffee & Student Breakfast; 8:30 a.m.; Purple Up! Day
• April 22 - Earth Day

See the complete school year calendar

School Library Month

In FCPS libraries, students develop knowledge and skills, experience a sense of belonging, find inspiration and support, and have the ability to freely pursue their personal interests and academic growth. Watch this video to learn how FCPS librarians make a difference. Please take a moment to thank Ms. Ergler for all she does to support our students, staff, and community!

Mental Health in Childhood

Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are associated with children’s physical and mental health. Mental health disorders such as ADHD and anxiety are the most commonly diagnosed in children, which often occurs together. Anxiety is feelings of worry, apprehension or dread that something bad is going to happen. Children diagnosed with ADHD may have trouble paying attention, controlling impulsive behaviors, or be overly active. Early diagnosis and appropriate services for children and their families can make a difference in the lives of children with mental health disorders.

 

Anxiety related triggers are lonely and frightening emotional responses related to situations, persons, places or objects. Today’s sources of stress for our students include: increased coursework and graduation requirements, extracurricular activities, household responsibilities, and social media. Social media has been a great way to increase connection and communication, but for our young people it contributes to shorter attention spans and information overload. Signs of anxiety include appearing worried, irritable or nervous, restlessness, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, along with physical symptoms such as sleeping problems, headaches, and stomach aches. It is understandable for a parent to be worried because figuring out what to do is hard. Here are five simple ways to respond to teens with anxiety:

 

1. Recognize warning signs.
2. Guide your child to take a few deep breaths to slow things down.
3. Make sure your child understands you are available if they need to talk.
4. Acknowledge your child’s feelings and avoid downplaying situations or issues.
5. Help them come up with ways to deal with the situation next time.

 

For general questions about the FCPS Substance Abuse Prevention Program, please contact the Office of Student Safety & Wellness at: 571.423.4270.

 

Sources & Resources

The Anxiety Toolkit for Teens

Talk, They Hear You

Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences

 

 

For Further Information & Support:

 

Bryan Villalobos

Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist

[email protected]

Kindergarten Registration

There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. Schedule an appointment.

After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation, Bridge to Kindergarten, or any other introductory events each school may host. Read more about the registration process.

 

💻 Try Online Registration

Parents may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process. 

When registering, parents will create (or log in to an existing) SIS ParentVUE account. Please note that passwords should be more than 12 characters long. If you have an existing account and your password is shorter, please update it when you log in.

April is College and Careers Month at Hayfield ES

To celebrate the careers in our community, our students would love to hear and learn some interesting facts about your job. Please use the following Flipgrid link to post a one-minute video highlighting your career. During the month of April, teachers will play these videos for their class. We want to know about what you do for a living. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact one of the counselors.

Flipgrid link:

https://flip.com/ae62a73a

Thank you for sharing about your job with us!!

 

College and Career Week April 22nd-26th

Month of the Military Child

April is the Month of the Military Child! Every year we take the opportunity to recognize military-connected youth for their service and contribution to our community. Fairfax County Public Schools is proud to have over 14,000 military-connected youth as a part of our student body. We appreciate the varied life experiences they bring to our school community, and recognize their strength and resilience. Learn more about Month of the Military Child and FCPS’ resources for military families.

News from the PTA

PTA members, we need you! There are open Board Member positions for the 2024-2025 school year, and we need three members to form a nominating committee that will guide the election process. Information must be submitted by 11:59 pm on April 13th to be considered for the committee. https://tinyurl.com/hes-nominations-2024

 

Stay informed with the latest PTA news here:

hayfieldespta.ptboard.com

facebook.com/HayfieldElementaryPTA

instagram.com/hayfieldespta

 

Dates to Remember:

 

April 12th: Military Families Pizza Night

April 12th: Deadline to order additional yearbooks*

April 13th: Deadline to submit information to be on the Nominating Committee

April 16th & 17th: Restaurant Night: Delia’s Pizzeria & Grille

April 17th: Military Families Coffee & Breakfast AND Purple Up Day!

April 18th: PTA Meeting

April 26th: Career Night-Volunteers Needed!

*Every student at HES will receive one complimentary yearbook. The link provided above allows families to order additional yearbooks if they wish.

News from our Family Liaison

SIS ParentVUE for existing families, new students, and Kindergarten registrations.

Your password will now need to be more than 12 characters long. Parents who already have an account, please make sure to update your short passwords to a new one to login to your SIS ParentVUE account.  The SIS ParentVUE account allows you to easily access students’ attendance, report cards, and update emergency forms.  MARK YOUR CALENDARS for an informational meeting about SIS ParentVUE on May 14th at 7pm and May 17th at 9am.

 

 

 

May Webinars are open for Registration

Apego: Creando una relación con mi hijo donde se sienta seguro y protegido. (presentado en español)

• Fecha: Viernes, 10 de mayo de 2024 Agregue a su calendario
• Hora: 10 - 11:30 a.m.
• Format: Virtual

Regístrate para este evento

Meet the Author Series: The Breakthrough Years by Ellen Galinsky

Galinsky’s Shared Solutions Framework and Possibilities Mindset show you how to:

• turn daily conflicts into opportunities for problem-solving where both teens and parents feel listened to and respected
• encourage positive risk-taking in your child like standing up for themselves, making new friends, and helping their communities
• promote five essential executive function-based skills that can help them succeed now and in the future.

• Date: Friday, May 17, 2024 Add to Your Calendar
• Time: 10 - 11:30 a.m.
• Format: Virtual

Register for this event

 

For Our Military Families: Military Matters

Mark Your Calendar – Upcoming Events & Dates

April is Month of the Military Child!!

 

• April 17 – Military Families Parent Coffee &                             

                 Student Breakfast (Sign Up Below)

• April 17th, “Purple Up” Day – Purple Up for Military Kids

Wear your Purple FCPS T-shirts & Purple Everything to Celebrate Military Kids

Why Purple? Purple is the color of all 6 military branch colors mixed together and represents military children from all branches.

• April 30th, Shining Stars Day – Military Kids are Shining Stars

Wear Stars, Bright Colors & Anything that Sparkles to Honor Military Kids.

There’s Still Time! – Please Register Below

Military Families Parent Coffee & Student Breakfast

April 17, Parents 8:30am, Students 8:45-9:15am

HES Cafeteria, - RSVP by April 15th

The Student Breakfast honors our HES military kids during the Month of the Military Child.

Please register your child(ren) separately if you cannot attend.

 

Contact: Laura Blewett – HES PTA Military Liaison, [email protected] or

Shelly Oberst, Military Family & Life Counselor, [email protected]

https://forms.gle/6NyaNA6NrvYuBwrQ8

 

 

***Let’s Paint the Town Purple***

April 16th @ 3:30-4pm – HES Main Entrance

Join us next Tuesday after school to help decorate for Purple Up Day! We will be using Purple chalk to color the sidewalks, draw pictures, and write messages in preparation for the big day.

 

Rock Garden- Military Kids Rock

Let’s create a “Military Kids Rock Garden”. Your child may paint a small rock at home & bring it in to be displayed outside in Rock Gardens around the school. Children can paint their rock any way they want including purple (Purple Up for Military Kids), patriotic colors, etc.

 

 

Where Were You Born? Where Have You Lived? Student Form & Maps

Check your child’s Thursday Folder for a fun worksheet & maps. Have them fill it out, color their maps & bring them back to school for everyone to see. Military kids are so adventurous. Let’s show off all the cool places they’ve lived. Please ask me or your teacher for a form & maps if needed.

 

Military-connected Student Slideshow & Family Photo Wall Display

 April is designated as Month of the Military Child & Hayfield Elementary School wants to celebrate our military-connected students. Throughout April, your child’s photo will be displayed on the wall and/or featured on a slideshow. Sending photos -

Electronic photos:

Please send electronic photos to our HES Military Family & Life Counselor, Shelly Oberst – [email protected]. Electronic photos should be submitted in jpeg format as an attachment to your email.

Traditional photos:

Photos should be given to homeroom teachers. Here is the Link to the photo template and it is also on the HES website home pg. under “April is Month of the Military Child”

 

Dr. Reid announces FCPS Month of the Military Child:

Did you know that Dr. Reid was a military child? View her personal message recognizing & thanking FCPS Military Families and Children this month. See link below.

https://youtu.be/ZAsqxo7JpDI

 

 

Shelly Oberst, LCSW

Military & Family Life Counselor

Hayfield Elementary School

Cell: 571-386-7884

[email protected]

 

• Hayfield Elementary School Calendar
• FCPS School Year Calendar
• Attendance Form
• Student Handbook
• Family Resources (registration, SIS ParentVUE, Cafeteria, and BYOD)
• Family Information Lines (Eight Languages)
• Safety Tipline

7633 Telegraph Rd., Alexandria, VA 22315  |  Phone: 703.924.4500

Attendance: [email protected] | Web | Twitter

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Table of Contents

• Calendar
• Solar Eclipse
• Lexia Parent Night
• Eid al-Fitr
• Joe Romano Assembly
• School Library Month
• Kindergarten Registration for 2024-2025
• SCA Elections
• College and Careers Month
• Month of the Military Child
• National Arab American Heritage Month
• Muslim American Heritage Month
• Autism Acceptance Month
• News from the PTA
• News from our Family Liaison
• For Our Military Families: Military Matters

 

• April 10 - Eid al-Fitr (No school)
• April 12 – Military Families Pizza Night; 5-7 p.m.
• April 17 – Military Families Parent Coffee & Student Breakfast; 8:30 a.m.; Purple Up! Day

See the complete school year calendar

Solar Eclipse

A solar eclipse is happening on April 8, 2024. It's a rare and exciting astronomical phenomenon, and one that requires important safety reminders.

Looking directly at the sun, even during an eclipse, can permanently damage your eyes. At Hayfield Elementary school, we have been able to collect approved eyewear so that students can safely view the eclipse ONLY while wearing the eyewear. 

 

Here are some important reminders:

• Don't look at the sun without approved eyewear. This applies to students and staff, and we encourage you to reinforce it at home. 
• Regular sunglasses are not good enough. We will be providing eyewear that has been approved for viewing.
• Eclipse timing: The eclipse starts around 2:04 p.m., peaks at 3:20 p.m. (which coincides with dismissal for some students), and ends around 4:32 p.m. If you have concerns about your child walking or riding the bus home, please arrange for alternative transportation.

 

For more details, visit the FCPS Solar Eclipse webpage.

Lexia Parent Night: How We Help Your Child Learn to Read

Attend a virtual information night to learn about Lexia on Tuesday, April 9, at 6:30 p.m. Participants will discover how FCPS is integrating this program into the classroom to support student literacy growth. Tips for supporting students at home will also be shared. Integrating Lexia into the literacy curriculum aligns with the Virginia Literacy Act, FCPS’ Equitable Access to Literacy, and FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan Goal 3, which aims to have all students reading on level by the end of third grade. 

April 10: Eid al-Fitr

In Islam, Eid-al-Fitr is a three day festival to mark the end of Ramadan. Muslims dress in new clothes, give charity, and pray in congregation. Eid is celebrated with the exchange of presents and delicious food with family and friends. Read more at Britannica.com.

Tuesday, April 9, has been designated as a half-O day. Half-O days are full school days, but important events will not be held after school on those days. Wednesday, April 10, is an FCPS holiday and all schools and offices will be closed. See the complete School Year Calendar.

Joe Romano Assembly

Thanks to our PTA, all students enjoyed an assembly today with Joe Romano. Joe presented the book, "Books the Magic is Real". Families have the opportunity to purchase this book at www.SmileBookFun.com. If you choose the option to "buy as part of a school group", our school will receive $3 for every book sold. 

School Library Month

In FCPS libraries, students develop knowledge and skills, experience a sense of belonging, find inspiration and support, and have the ability to freely pursue their personal interests and academic growth. Watch this video to learn how FCPS librarians make a difference. Please take a moment to thank Ms. Ergler for all she does to support our students, staff, and community!

Kindergarten Registration

There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. Schedule an appointment.

After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation, Bridge to Kindergarten, or any other introductory events each school may host. Read more about the registration process.

 

💻 Try Online Registration

Parents may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process. 

When registering, parents will create (or log in to an existing) SIS ParentVUE account. Please note that passwords should be more than 12 characters long. If you have an existing account and your password is shorter, please update it when you log in.

SCA Elections

Attention: Any 4th or 5th grade student interested in becoming an officer for the SCA next year can campaign for one of our SCA officer positions. 

4th Graders can run for:

Second Vice President 

Historian 

5th Graders can run for:

President 

First Vice President 

Secretary 

Campaigning rules -  each candidate may create one poster (google doc or slide), which will be viewed by all Hayfield Elementary School students who are eligible to vote (currently in grades 3, 4 and 5). Students are welcome to talk about their candidacy in their classroom morning meetings. No other campaigning is permitted so the process is fair to all.

Simply share your Google doc or Google slide with SCA advisor, Mr. Pitts. 

All posters must be submitted by April 8.

More information about what the SCA does, what each officer would be running for, and a detailed 2024 SCA spring election timeline can be found by going to the All Students: Hayfield Elementary School folder in Schoology and then clicking on the SCA 2023-2024 folder or by emailing Mr. Pitts at [email protected].

April is College and Careers Month at Hayfield ES

To celebrate the careers in our community, our students would love to hear and learn some interesting facts about your job. Please use the following Flipgrid link to post a one-minute video highlighting your career. During the month of April, teachers will play these videos for their class. We want to know about what you do for a living. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact one of the counselors.

Flipgrid link:

https://flip.com/ae62a73a

Thank you for sharing about your job with us!!

 

College and Career Week April 22nd-26th

Month of the Military Child

April is the Month of the Military Child! Every year we take the opportunity to recognize military-connected youth for their service and contribution to our community. Fairfax County Public Schools is proud to have over 14,000 military-connected youth as a part of our student body. We appreciate the varied life experiences they bring to our school community, and recognize their strength and resilience. Learn more about Month of the Military Child and FCPS’ resources for military families.

National Arab American Heritage Month

FCPS is proud to celebrate National Arab American Heritage Month in April. This special month provides an opportunity to recognize the remarkable history and valuable contributions of Arab Americans. Arab Americans have ancestry in one of the world’s 22 Arab nations, which are located from northern Africa through western Asia. The people of these nations are ethnically, politically, and religiously diverse but share a common cultural and linguistic heritage. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.

Muslim American Heritage Month

Muslim American Heritage Month is a time for celebrating the history, contributions, culture, and an enhanced understanding of the diverse population of Muslim Americans. View the Fairfax County School Board resolution honoring Muslim American Heritage Month.

Autism Acceptance Month

April is Autism Acceptance Month. One in 44 children is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder in the United States, according to the CDC. Our schools and staff play a vital role in creating and ensuring inclusive environments that accommodate and affirm autistic students.

News from the PTA

Stay informed with the latest PTA news here:

hayfieldespta.ptboard.com

facebook.com/HayfieldElementaryPTA

instagram.com/hayfieldespta

 

Dates to Remember:

 

April 8th: Deadline to register for Spring After School Enrichment

April 12th: Military Families Pizza Night

April 12th: Deadline to order additional yearbooks*

April 16th & 17th: Restaurant Night: Delias

April 17th: Military Families Coffee & Breakfast AND Purple Up Day!

April 18th: PTA Meeting

April 26th: Career Night

 

*Every student at HES will receive one complimentary yearbook. The link provided above allows families to order additional yearbooks if they wish.

For Our Military Families: Military Matters

Mark Your Calendar – Upcoming Events & Dates

April is Month of the Military Child!!

 

• April 12 – Military Families Pizza Night
• April 17 – Change of Date Military Families Parent Coffee &                            Student Breakfast (Sign Up Below)

• April 17th, “Purple Up” Day – Purple Up for Military Kids

Wear your Purple FCPS T-shirts & Purple everything to celebrate Military Kids.

• April 30th, Shining Stars Day – Military Kids are Shining Stars

Wear Stars, Bright colors, and anything that Sparkles to Honor Military Kids.

 

Military Families Pizza Night

April 12, 5-7:30pm

HES Cafeteria - RSVP by April 10th

Contact: Laura Blewett – HES PTA Military Liaison, [email protected] or

Shelly Oberst, Military Family & Life Counselor, [email protected]

https://forms.gle/7eNFwR4kRvsZTRe7A

 

 

New Date!!

Military Families Parent Coffee & Student Breakfast

April 17, Parents 8:30am, Students 8:45-9:15am

HES Cafeteria, - RSVP by April 15th

Contact: Laura Blewett – HES PTA Military Liaison, [email protected] or

Shelly Oberst, Military Family & Life Counselor, [email protected]

https://forms.gle/6NyaNA6NrvYuBwrQ8

 

 

Where Were You Born? Where Have You Lived? Student Form & Maps

Check your child’s Thursday Folder for a fun worksheet & maps. Have them fill it out, color their maps & bring them back to school for everyone to see. Military kids are so adventurous. Let’s show off all the cool places they’ve lived. Please ask me or your teacher for more form & maps if needed.

 

Military-connected Student Slideshow & Family Photo Display Wall

  April is designated as Month of the Military Child & Hayfield Elementary School wants to celebrate our military-connected students. Throughout April, your child’s photo will be displayed on the wall and/or featured on a slideshow. Sending photos -

Electronic photos:

Please send electronic photos to our HES Military Family & Life Counselor, Shelly Oberst – [email protected]. Electronic photos should be submitted in jpeg format as an attachment to your email.

Traditional photos:

Photos should be given to homeroom teachers. Here is the Link to the photo template and it is also on the HES website home pg. under “April is Month of the Military Child”

 

Rock Garden- Military Kids Rock

Let’s create a “Military Kids Rock Garden”. Your child may paint a small rock at home & bring it in to be displayed outside in Rock Gardens around the school. Children can paint their rock any way they want including purple (Purple Up for Military Kids), patriotic colors, etc.

 

Shelly Oberst, LCSW

Military & Family Life Counselor

Hayfield Elementary School

Cell: 571-386-7884

[email protected]

 

• Hayfield Elementary School Calendar
• FCPS School Year Calendar
• Attendance Form
• Student Handbook
• Family Resources (registration, SIS ParentVUE, Cafeteria, and BYOD)
• Family Information Lines (Eight Languages)
• Safety Tipline

7633 Telegraph Rd., Alexandria, VA 22315  |  Phone: 703.924.4500

Attendance: [email protected] | Web | Twitter

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School Pictures

Spring pictures have been sent home with your student. If you choose NOT to purchase the pictures, please return the package to the school. If you decide to keep them, please send the payment to the school as soon as possible. Thank you.

Quick Links

• Hayfield Elementary School Calendar
• FCPS School Year Calendar
• Attendance Form
• Student Handbook
• Family Resources (registration, SIS ParentVUE, Cafeteria, and BYOD)
• Family Information Lines (Eight Languages)
• Safety Tipline

7633 Telegraph Rd., Alexandria, VA 22315  |  Phone: 703.924.4500

Attendance: [email protected] | Web | Twitter

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Dear Hayfield Elementary Families, 

 

At Hayfield Elementary, we strive to provide an educational environment where all feel welcomed, safe, and supported to learn. Part of our commitment is to provide our students with meaningful learning opportunities that allow them to continue to grow as ethical and global citizens. This year, we have planned grade-level lessons focused on the power of our words. 

 

Between April 3 and April 19, 2024 we will be delivering a lesson to students in grades 3 through 6. During the lesson, we will review the Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R) rules and talk with students about knowing the power of words and how they can impact others. Beginning April 22, 2024, school counselors will be visiting K-6 classrooms to talk about impact vs. intent and how one might respond to a negative situation. 

 

We encourage you to ask your children for their thoughts on these lessons, and continue the conversation with input about your family’s expectations. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the administrative team directly.

 

Sincerely, 

Jessica Lewis and Seamus O’Connor

Quick Links

• Hayfield Elementary School Calendar
• FCPS School Year Calendar
• Attendance Form
• Student Handbook
• Family Resources (registration, SIS ParentVUE, Cafeteria, and BYOD)
• Family Information Lines (Eight Languages)
• Safety Tipline

7633 Telegraph Rd., Alexandria, VA 22315  |  Phone: 703.924.4500

Attendance: [email protected] | Web | Twitter

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

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Kiss and Ride - Do's and Don'ts

If you drop off your children at morning Kiss and Ride, please review the attached PDFs which show the acceptable ways to drop of. We have had some dangerous situations in recent weeks based on confusion about where and how to drive through Kiss and Ride. Please re-familiarize yourself with the acceptable procedures, and above all, obey the directions of the traffic monitor.

kiss and ride option 1.pdf

 kiss and ride option 2.pdf 

kiss and ride no nos.pdf

Proposed Changes to Kiss and Ride

Hayfield is considering updating our Kiss and Ride procedures for next school year. We will discuss these possible changes at the next PTA meeting -- Thursday, April 18, at 7 p.m. Please see the PTA website for streaming and attendance options.

Quick Links

• Hayfield Elementary School Calendar
• FCPS School Year Calendar
• Attendance Form
• Student Handbook
• Family Resources (registration, SIS ParentVUE, Cafeteria, and BYOD)
• Family Information Lines (Eight Languages)
• Safety Tipline

7633 Telegraph Rd., Alexandria, VA 22315  |  Phone: 703.924.4500

Attendance: [email protected] | Web | Twitter

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

English | Español | አማርኛ | 中文 | 한국어 | Tiếng Việt | العربية | فارسی | اردو

 

• March 22 - End of 3rd Quarter
• March 25-29 - Spring Break (School/Office closed)
• March 29 - Good Friday
• March 31 - Easter
• April 1-2 - Student Planning Day/Teacher Workday (School office hours are 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.)
• April 5 - Wear RED (Remember Everyone Deployed)
• April 10 - Eid al-Fitr (No school)
• April 12 – Military Families Pizza Night; 5-7 p.m.
• April 17 – Military Families Parent Coffee & Student Breakfast; 8:30 a.m.

See the complete school year calendar

Family Engagement Survey

Last Chance to Make Your Voice Heard!

Share your thoughts around important topics impacting your student’s success. By participating in the Family Engagement Survey, parents/caregivers are making their voices heard. Survey topics include:

o    Welcoming environment

o    Communication

o    Student success

o    Advocacy

o    Family and school partnerships

o    Collaboration with the community to see if FCPS is meeting its goals at the school, region, and division levels

Help us better recognize, understand, respect, and address family strengths and needs in our schools.

TAKE THE SURVEY!

Visit the Family Engagement Survey website for more information

Lost & Found

Please check out our lost and found table located right inside the front doors. There are many items looking to find their way back to the owner. Also, we have a lost and found in our main office. This is for more valuable items like jewelry, glasses, watches, keys, earbuds, etc. Feel free to stop by or call the main office if you are in search of one of these valuable items.

Kindergarten Registration

There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. Schedule an appointment.

After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation, Bridge to Kindergarten, or any other introductory events each school may host. Read more about the registration process.

 

💻 Try Online Registration

Parents may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process. 

When registering, parents will create (or log in to an existing) SIS ParentVUE account. Please note that passwords should be more than 12 characters long. If you have an existing account and your password is shorter, please update it when you log in.

SCA Elections

Attention: Any 4th or 5th grade student interested in becoming an officer for the SCA next year can campaign for one of our SCA officer positions. 

4th Graders can run for:

Second Vice President 

Historian 

5th Graders can run for:

President 

First Vice President 

Secretary 

Campaigning rules -  each candidate may create one poster (google doc or slide), which will be viewed by all Hayfield Elementary School students who are eligible to vote (currently in grades 3, 4 and 5). Students are welcome to talk about their candidacy in their classroom morning meetings. No other campaigning is permitted so the process is fair to all.

Simply share your Google doc or Google slide with SCA advisor, Mr. Pitts. 

All posters must be submitted by April 8.

More information about what the SCA does, what each officer would be running for, and a detailed 2024 SCA spring election timeline can be found by going to the All Students: Hayfield Elementary School folder in Schoology and then clicking on the SCA 2023-2024 folder or by emailing Mr. Pitts at [email protected].

Updated COVID Recommendations

In accordance with the updated Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) respiratory virus guidance, FCPS and the Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) have updated school COVID-19 recommendations.

The COVID-19 isolation period of five days is no longer recommended. 

New respiratory virus guidance applies to respiratory viral illnesses, including COVID-19, influenza, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Students who have symptoms of, test positive for, or have been diagnosed with a respiratory virus may return to school when the student is fever-free for 24 hours without fever reducing medication; AND the student’s symptoms have improved or resolved. 

Students should follow additional precautions as outlined per the CDC upon resumption of normal activities. 

Should I Send My Child to School?

Please refer to the chart on this attendance webpage if your child is experiencing symptoms or illnesses, and you are unsure if they should go to school. 

Thank you for helping keep our students and staff healthy.

April is College and Careers Month at Hayfield ES

To celebrate the careers in our community, our students would love to hear and learn some interesting facts about your job. Please use the following Flipgrid link to post a one-minute video highlighting your career. During the month of April, teachers will play these videos for their class. We want to know about what you do for a living. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact one of the counselors.

Flipgrid link:

https://flip.com/ae62a73a

Thank you for sharing about your job with us!!

 

College and Career Week April 22nd-26th

Month of the Military Child

April is the Month of the Military Child! Every year we take the opportunity to recognize military-connected youth for their service and contribution to our community. Fairfax County Public Schools is proud to have over 14,000 military-connected youth as a part of our student body. We appreciate the varied life experiences they bring to our school community, and recognize their strength and resilience. Learn more about Month of the Military Child and FCPS’ resources for military families.

National Arab American Heritage Month

FCPS is proud to celebrate National Arab American Heritage Month in April. This special month provides an opportunity to recognize the remarkable history and valuable contributions of Arab Americans. Arab Americans have ancestry in one of the world’s 22 Arab nations, which are located from northern Africa through western Asia. The people of these nations are ethnically, politically, and religiously diverse but share a common cultural and linguistic heritage. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.

Muslim American Heritage Month

Muslim American Heritage Month is a time for celebrating the history, contributions, culture, and an enhanced understanding of the diverse population of Muslim Americans. View the Fairfax County School Board resolution honoring Muslim American Heritage Month.

Autism Acceptance Month

April is Autism Acceptance Month. One in 44 children is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder in the United States, according to the CDC. Our schools and staff play a vital role in creating and ensuring inclusive environments that accommodate and affirm autistic students.

Magnet Schools

Three FCPS elementary magnet schools provide programs that enhance learning in science, technology, and performing arts. 

If you are interested in sending your student to an elementary magnet school program, consider attending a school-based information night at Hunters Woods Elementary School, Bailey’s Primary Elementary School, or Bailey’s Upper Elementary School. 

Information nights will provide an opportunity to learn about individual school programs, student eligibility, the lottery process, and transportation.

Registration for the 2024-25 elementary magnet lottery is open Tuesday, March 5, through Friday, April 12. Get more information about the schools, their programs, and locations.

News from the PTA

Stay informed with the latest PTA news here:

hayfieldespta.ptboard.com

facebook.com/HayfieldElementaryPTA

instagram.com/hayfieldespta

 

Dates to Remember:

 

March 22nd: Movie Night: Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken

*6:00 pm arrival, 6:30 pm showtime

April 8th: Deadline to register for Spring After School Enrichment

April 12th: Military Families Pizza Night

April 17th: Military Families Coffee & Breakfast AND Purple Up Day!

April 18th: PTA Meeting

April 26th: Career Night

 

It’s not too late to join the PTA and get involved! Our school is better when we all work together! Sign-up here*: http://tinyurl.com/45w8r7vz 

 

*A PTBoard account must be created in order to access this page. PTBoard is a free service.

For Our Military Families: Military Matters

Military Families Pizza Night

April 12, 5-7:30pm

HES Cafeteria, Complimentary of our PTA - RSVP by April 10th

Contact: Laura Blewett – HES PTA Military Liaison, [email protected] or

Shelly Oberst, Military Family & Life Counselor, [email protected]

https://forms.gle/7eNFwR4kRvsZTRe7A

 

 

New Date!!

Military Families Parent Coffee & Student Breakfast

April 17, Parents 8:30am, Students 8:45-9:15am

HES Cafeteria, - RSVP by April 15th

Contact: Laura Blewett – HES PTA Military Liaison, [email protected] or

Shelly Oberst, Military Family & Life Counselor, [email protected]

https://forms.gle/6NyaNA6NrvYuBwrQ8

 

Where Were You Born? Where Have You Lived? Student Form & Maps

Check your child’s Thursday Folder for a fun worksheet & maps. Have them fill it out,   color their maps & bring them back to school for everyone to see. Military kids are so adventurous. Let’s show off all the cool places they’ve lived.

 

Military-connected Student Slideshow & Family Photo Display Wall

  April is designated as Month of the Military Child & Hayfield Elementary School wants to celebrate our military-connected students. Throughout April, your child’s photo will be displayed on the wall and/or featured on a slideshow. Sending photos -

Electronic photos:

Please send electronic photos to our HES Military Family & Life Counselor, Shelly Oberst – [email protected]. Electronic photos should be submitted in jpeg format as an attachment to your email.

Traditional photos:

Photos should be given to homeroom teachers. Here is the Link to the photo template and it is also on the HES website home pg. under “April is Month of the Military Child”

 

Rock Garden- Military Kids Rock

Let’s create a “Military Kids Rock Garden”. Your child may paint a small rock at home & bring it in to be displayed outside in Rock Gardens around the school. Children can paint their rock any way they want including purple (Purple Up for Military Kids), patriotic colors, etc.

 

Shelly Oberst, LCSW

Military & Family Life Counselor

Hayfield Elementary School

Cell: 571-386-7884

[email protected]

 

• Hayfield Elementary School Calendar
• FCPS School Year Calendar
• Attendance Form
• Student Handbook
• Family Resources (registration, SIS ParentVUE, Cafeteria, and BYOD)
• Family Information Lines (Eight Languages)
• Safety Tipline

7633 Telegraph Rd., Alexandria, VA 22315  |  Phone: 703.924.4500

Attendance: [email protected] | Web | Twitter

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

English | Español | አማርኛ | 中文 | 한국어 | Tiếng Việt | العربية | فارسی | اردو

 

• March 15 - PTA Bingo; 6 p.m.; HSS
• March 21 - PTA Meeting; 7 p.m.
• March 22 - End of 3rd Quarter
• March 25-29 - Spring Break (School/Office closed)
• March 29 - Good Friday
• March 31 - Easter
• April 1-2 - Student Planning Day/Teacher Workday (School office hours are 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.)
• April 5 – Military Families Parent Coffee & Student Breakfast; 8:30 a.m.
• April 10 - Eid al-Fitr (No school)
• April 12 – Military Families Pizza Night; 5-7 p.m.

See the complete school year calendar

Lost & Found

Please check out our lost and found table located right inside the front doors. There are many items looking to find their way back to the owner. Also, we have a lost and found in our main office. This is for more valuable items like jewelry, glasses, watches, keys, earbuds, etc. Feel free to stop by or call the main office if you are in search of one of these valuable items.

Kindergarten Registration

There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. Schedule an appointment.

After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation, Bridge to Kindergarten, or any other introductory events each school may host. Read more about the registration process.

 

💻 Try Online Registration

Parents may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process. 

When registering, parents will create (or log in to an existing) SIS ParentVUE account. Please note that passwords should be more than 12 characters long. If you have an existing account and your password is shorter, please update it when you log in.

SCA Elections

Attention: Any 4th or 5th grade student interested in becoming an officer for the SCA next year can campaign for one of our SCA officer positions. 

4th Graders can run for:

Second Vice President 

Historian 

5th Graders can run for:

President 

First Vice President 

Secretary 

Campaigning rules -  each candidate may create one poster (google doc or slide), which will be viewed by all Hayfield Elementary School students who are eligible to vote (currently in grades 3, 4 and 5). Students are welcome to talk about their candidacy in their classroom morning meetings. No other campaigning is permitted so the process is fair to all.

Simply share your Google doc or Google slide with SCA advisor, Mr. Pitts. 

All posters must be submitted by April 8.

More information about what the SCA does, what each officer would be running for, and a detailed 2024 SCA spring election timeline can be found by going to the All Students: Hayfield Elementary School folder in Schoology and then clicking on the SCA 2023-2024 folder or by emailing Mr. Pitts at [email protected].

April is College and Careers Month at Hayfield ES

To celebrate the careers in our community, our students would love to hear and learn some interesting facts about your job. Please use the following Flipgrid link to post a one-minute video highlighting your career. During the month of April, teachers will play these videos for their class. We want to know about what you do for a living. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact one of the counselors.

Flipgrid link:

https://flip.com/ae62a73a

Thank you for sharing about your job with us!!

 

College and Career Week April 22nd-26th

Summer Programs

Registration is now open for several summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.

Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Lake Braddock Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. 

Tech Adventure Camp is available for current grade K-5 students to explore STEAM, culinary, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. E-IFTA is a weekly arts camp for elementary students who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Visit the E-IFTA webpage to register.

Magnet Schools

Three FCPS elementary magnet schools provide programs that enhance learning in science, technology, and performing arts. 

If you are interested in sending your student to an elementary magnet school program, consider attending a school-based information night at Hunters Woods Elementary School, Bailey’s Primary Elementary School, or Bailey’s Upper Elementary School. 

Information nights will provide an opportunity to learn about individual school programs, student eligibility, the lottery process, and transportation.

Registration for the 2024-25 elementary magnet lottery is open Tuesday, March 5, through Friday, April 12. Get more information about the schools, their programs, and locations.

FCPS Principal Evaluation Parent/Guardian Feedback Form

On Monday, March 18, Hayfield Elementary parents/guardians will be sent an email containing a link to complete the online FCPS Principal Evaluation Parent/Guardian Feedback Form. This questionnaire is part of the VDOE-mandated Performance Evaluation Program for principals and offers parents/guardians an opportunity to provide anonymous input about various topics related to our school. These topics include how the principal demonstrates/impacts instructional leadership, school climate, management, communication and community relations, culturally responsive and equitable leadership, and professionalism within the school.

 

The questionnaire will be administered between March 18 and April 5. When you receive an email from FCPS Surveys, please take a few minutes to complete the questionnaire. Your feedback matters!

News From Our Family Liaison

Make Your Voice Heard!

Share your thoughts around important topics impacting your student’s success. By participating in the Family Engagement Survey, parents/caregivers are making their voices heard. Survey topics include:

• Welcoming environment
• Communication
• Student success
• Advocacy
• Family and school partnerships
• Collaboration with the community to see if FCPS is meeting its goals at the school, region, and division levels

Help us better recognize, understand, respect, and address family strengths and needs in our schools.

TAKE THE SURVEY!

Visit the Family Engagement Survey website for more information

Community Conversation on Fentanyl and Other Drugs A community conversation addressing the opioid crisis within Northern Virginia and Fairfax County Public Schools will be held Monday, March 18th, 6:30 to 8 p.m., in the auditorium at Lake Braddock Secondary School. (Door #14). This discussion will provide families, staff, and students with valuable knowledge about the dangers of drugs and deadly fentanyl. The material discussed is suitable for students in grades 6-12. Language interpretation services are available as well as American Sign Language accommodation. Childcare and transportation will also be provided, as needed. Learn more about the event and register online. 

All attendees will receive a free REVIVE! Narcan training during the event and learn about support services currently available within FCPS and Fairfax County.

Marily Grotz

Family Liaison

Hayfield Elementary School

Phone: 703-924-4553  Cell: 571-296-6011

Email: [email protected]

Office Hours:  Tuesday/Thursday 8:30am-3:30pm

News from the PTA

Stay informed with the latest PTA news here:

hayfieldespta.ptboard.com

facebook.com/HayfieldElementaryPTA

instagram.com/hayfieldespta

 

Dates to Remember:

 

March 1st - April 8th: Enrichment-Spring Enrollment

March 15th: Bingo Night

March 17th-21st Spiritwear Sale (more info. to come)

March 20th: Restaurant Night at Honeygrow!

March 21st: PTA Meeting

March 22nd: Movie Night (more info. to come)

 

It’s not too late to join the PTA and get involved! Our school is better when we all work together! Sign-up here*: http://tinyurl.com/45w8r7vz 

 

*A PTBoard account must be created in order to access this page. PTBoard is a free service.

For Our Military Families: Military Matters

Mark Your Calendar – Upcoming Events & Dates

• April 5 – Military Families Parent Coffee & Student Breakfast
• April 12 – Military Families Pizza Night

 

Military-connected Student Slideshow & Family Photo Display Wall

  April is designated as Month of the Military Child & Hayfield Elementary School wants to celebrate our military-connected students. Throughout April, your child’s photo will be displayed on the wall and/or featured on a slideshow. Sending photos -

Electronic photos:

Please send electronic photos to our HES Military Family & Life Counselor, Shelly Oberst – [email protected]. Electronic photos should be submitted in jpeg format as an attachment to your email.

Traditional photos:

Photos should be given to homeroom teachers. Here is the Link to the photo template and it is also on the HES website home pg. under “April is Month of the Military Child”

 

Military Families Parent Coffee & Student Breakfast

April 5, Parents 8:30am, Students 8:45-9:15am

HES Cafeteria, - RSVP by April 1st

Contact: Laura Blewett – HES PTA Military Liaison, [email protected] or

Shelly Oberst, Military Family & Life Counselor, [email protected]

https://forms.gle/6NyaNA6NrvYuBwrQ8

 

Military Families Pizza Night

April 12, 5-7:30pm

HES Cafeteria, Complimentary of our PTA - RSVP by April 10th

Contact: Laura Blewett – HES PTA Military Liaison, [email protected] or

Shelly Oberst, Military Family & Life Counselor, [email protected]

https://forms.gle/7eNFwR4kRvsZTRe7A

Shelly Oberst, LCSW

Military & Family Life Counselor

Hayfield Elementary School

Cell: 571-386-7884

[email protected]

 

• Hayfield Elementary School Calendar
• FCPS School Year Calendar
• Attendance Form
• Student Handbook
• Family Resources (registration, SIS ParentVUE, Cafeteria, and BYOD)
• Family Information Lines (Eight Languages)
• Safety Tipline

7633 Telegraph Rd., Alexandria, VA 22315  |  Phone: 703.924.4500

Attendance: [email protected] | Web | Twitter

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

English | Español | አማርኛ | 中文 | 한국어 | Tiếng Việt | العربية | فارسی | اردو

 

• March 5 - Presidential Primary (No school for students) - Office hours; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
• March 8 - Military Families PTA Parent Coffee; 8:30 a.m.; Cafeteria
• March 8 – Last Day to Buy an FCPS Purple Up! T-shirt
• March 10 - Daylight Saving Begins
• March 11-15 - Book Fair
• March 13 - Virtual Gathering for FCPS Miltary-Connected Families
• March 15 - PTA Bingo; 6 p.m.; HSS
• March 21 - PTA Meeting; 7 p.m.
• March 22 - End of 3rd Quarter
• March 25-29 - Spring Break (School/Office closed)

See the complete school year calendar

Kindergarten Registration

There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. Schedule an appointment.

After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation, Bridge to Kindergarten, or any other introductory events each school may host. Read more about the registration process.

 

💻 Try Online Registration

Parents may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process. 

When registering, parents will create (or log in to an existing) SIS ParentVUE account. Please note that passwords should be more than 12 characters long. If you have an existing account and your password is shorter, please update it when you log in.

The Nearly Cashless Scholastic Book Fair comes to our school from March 11th- 15th to share the newest books and other exciting learning products with our young readers. Parents, family members, and teachers will find plenty of items of interest to them as well. The fair is open each day from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. On Friday, we close at 1:00 to pack up.  Everyone is welcome to attend.

Students will preview the Book Fair on March 11th and come home with a wish list for a few things they would like to get.  Adults are invited to come anytime during the week to browse and/or make purchases.  Adults may pull their child out of lunch to purchase books with them. If adults are unable to attend but would still like their child to purchase something, they may sign their child up for an eWallet account or send in cash.  We are NO LONGER ACCEPTING PERSONAL CHECKS due to the amounts being potentially wrong if we run out of stock.  We STRONGLY RECOMMEND signing your child up for an eWallet account.  Cash gets lost, eWallet accounts don’t.  It is very helpful to have a list of what the student is allowed to buy, especially in the primary grades.  Click the following link for more detailed information on the fair, how to volunteer at the fair, and information on eWallet (the cashless way to pay):https://www.smore.com/1wujr 

Teachers will be signing up for their own eWallet accounts and sending out the links.  These accounts are for the teachers to purchase books from the fair for their classroom libraries.  Feel free to donate any amount that you are comfortable with.  The books purchased will enrich the education of children for years to come.  Thank you in advance for your generosity! 

National Women's History Month

Every year, March is designated Women’s History Month by presidential proclamation. The month is set aside to honor women’s contributions in American history.Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Read more about Women’s History Month in National Geographic Kids. 

Ramadan

This year, the first full day of Ramadan is Monday, March 11. In Islam, Ramadan is the most sacred month of the year. During this month Muslims abstain from food and drink from dawn to sunset each day while striving to increase their spirituality, through prayers, charity and good deeds. Read more about Ramadan in National Geographic Kids. March 11 is an O day. The school calendar recognizes many religious and cultural observances (O days) during the school year. There is school on these days, however tests, quizzes, field trips, graduation, homecoming, or FCPS-scheduled athletic events will not be held on these observance days. See the complete 2022-23 school year calendar.Throughout the year, as we celebrate and recognize various cultural holidays and observances, families are encouraged to contact their student’s principal regarding accommodations, including but not limited to those around lunch, prayer/meditation and silent reflection spaces and times, and instruction.

April is College and Careers Month at Hayfield ES

To celebrate the careers in our community, our students would love to hear and learn some interesting facts about your job. Please use the following Flipgrid link to post a one-minute video highlighting your career. During the month of April, teachers will play these videos for their class. We want to know about what you do for a living. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact one of the counselors.

Flipgrid link:

https://flip.com/ae62a73a

Thank you for sharing about your job with us!!

 

College and Career Week April 22nd-26th

Summer Programs

Registration is now open for several summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.

Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Lake Braddock Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. 

Tech Adventure Camp is available for current grade K-5 students to explore STEAM, culinary, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. E-IFTA is a weekly arts camp for elementary students who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Visit the E-IFTA webpage to register.

Magnet Schools

Three FCPS elementary magnet schools provide programs that enhance learning in science, technology, and performing arts. 

If you are interested in sending your student to an elementary magnet school program, consider attending a school-based information night at Hunters Woods Elementary School, Bailey’s Primary Elementary School, or Bailey’s Upper Elementary School. 

Information nights will provide an opportunity to learn about individual school programs, student eligibility, the lottery process, and transportation.

Registration for the 2024-25 elementary magnet lottery is open Tuesday, March 5, through Friday, April 12. Get more information about the schools, their programs, and locations.

News From Our Family Liaison

Participate today!

Make Your Voice Heard!

Share your thoughts around important topics impacting your student’s success. By participating in the Family Engagement Survey, parents/caregivers are making their voices heard. Survey topics include:

• Welcoming environment
• Communication
• Student success
• Advocacy
• Family and school partnerships
• Collaboration with the community to see if FCPS is meeting its goals at the school, region, and division levels

Help us better recognize, understand, respect, and address family strengths and needs in our schools.

TAKE THE SURVEY!

 

Visit the Family Engagement Survey website for more information

 

 

April Webinars are open for Registration

Apego: Creando una relación con mi hijo donde se sienta seguro y protegido. (Attachment: Creating a Relationship with My Child Where they Feel Safe and Protected) presented in Spanish

El propósito de estos semenarios de web es apoyar y empoderar a los padres a establecer relaciones saludables y seguras con sus hijos (*apego) respondiendo de manera positiva y efectiva a las necesidades de sus hijos.

• Presenter: Northern Virginia Family Service
• Date: 5 de abril 
• Time: 10 - 11:30 a.m.
• Format: Virtual

Register for this event

Meet the Author Series: Gifted and Distractible with Julie Skolnick

Does your child exhibit giftedness and behavioral issues like meltdowns, power struggles, and difficulty relating to peers? Are they out-of-the-box thinkers requiring different teaching and learning methods?  Join us for a discussion with author Julie Skolnick about her innovative and timely book for families of twice-exceptional children.

• Presenter: Julie Skolnick
• Date: April 16, 2024 Add to Your Calendar
• Time: 7- 8 p.m.
• Format: Virtual

Register for this event

Behavior Solution Series: Proactive Strategies for Effective Communication

We will equip you with strategies for navigating the teen years. Uncover the secrets to fostering open communication, building trust, and transforming challenges into opportunities for growth.

• Presenter: FCPS Behavior Intervention Services
• Date: April 19, 2024 Add to Your Calendar
• Time: 10 - 11:30 a.m.
• Format: Virtual

Register for this event

Marily Grotz

Family Liaison

Hayfield Elementary School

Phone: 703-924-4553  Cell: 571-296-6011

Email: [email protected]

Office Hours:  Tuesday/Thursday 8:30am-3:30pm

News from the PTA

Stay informed with the latest PTA news here:

hayfieldespta.ptboard.com

facebook.com/HayfieldElementaryPTA

instagram.com/hayfieldespta

 

Dates to Remember:

 

March 1st-15th: Read-a-Thon https://tinyurl.com/43mu3xfs

March 11th-15th: Book Fair - Volunteers  Needed! http://tinyurl.com/29adnbm8

March 15th: Bingo Night http://tinyurl.com/hesbingo24

March 20th: Restaurant Night at Honeygrow!

March 21st: PTA Meeting

 

It’s not too late to join the PTA and get involved! Our school is better when we all work together! Sign-up here*: http://tinyurl.com/45w8r7vz 

 

*A PTBoard account must be created in order to access this page. PTBoard is a free service.

For Our Military Families: Military Matters

Virtual Gathering for FCPS Military-Connected Families

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) values the unique experiences and perspectives of our military-connected families and students.

Family and School Partnerships invites military-connected parents and guardians to attend a special virtual gathering to connect directly with FCPS staff and community members, learn about valuable resources, and share their experiences within FCPS.

This interactive session will be held on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, from 7-8 p.m. Please register for this event to receive the Zoom link and meeting invitation.

For more information about the gathering and/or military-connected resources, please email Meredith Ayala, Family Partnerships Specialist, Military-Connected Youth & Families, at [email protected] or [email protected].

 

Purple Up T-Shirts Available for Purchase

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is gearing up to honor and celebrate its military-connected youth in April, the Month of the Military Child and on Purple Up! Day! 

FCPS Purple Up! t-shirts are available for purchase now through Friday, March 8, 2024 here. The shirts highlight our gratitude and appreciation for our 14,000 military-connected students and their families. #PurpleUpFCPS! 

https://www.customink.com/go/fph0-00cu-cgvv 

 

Shelly Oberst, LCSW

Military & Family Life Counselor

Hayfield Elementary School

Cell: 571-386-7884

[email protected]

 

• Hayfield Elementary School Calendar
• FCPS School Year Calendar
• Attendance Form
• Student Handbook
• Family Resources (registration, SIS ParentVUE, Cafeteria, and BYOD)
• Family Information Lines (Eight Languages)
• Safety Tipline

7633 Telegraph Rd., Alexandria, VA 22315  |  Phone: 703.924.4500

Attendance: [email protected] | Web | Twitter

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English | Español | አማርኛ | 中文 | 한국어 | Tiếng Việt | العربية | فارسی | اردو

 

• March 5 - Presidential Primary (No school for students) - Office hours; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
• March 8 - Military Families PTA Parent Coffee; 8:30 a.m.; Cafeteria
• March 8 – Last Day to Buy an FCPS Purple Up! T-shirt
• March 10 - Daylight Saving Begins
• March 11-15 - Book Fair
• March 13 - Virtual Gathering for FCPS Miltary-Connected Families
• March 15 - PTA Bingo; 6 p.m.; HSS
• March 21 - PTA Meeting; 7 p.m.
• March 22 - End of 3rd Quarter
• March 25-29 - Spring Break (School/Office closed)

See the complete school year calendar

Kindergarten Registration

There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. Schedule an appointment.

After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation, Bridge to Kindergarten, or any other introductory events each school may host. Read more about the registration process.

 

💻 Try Online Registration

Parents may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process. 

When registering, parents will create (or log in to an existing) SIS ParentVUE account. Please note that passwords should be more than 12 characters long. If you have an existing account and your password is shorter, please update it when you log in.

Kindergarten Bus Riders

Kindergarten students riding on afternoon school buses will be returned to school unless they are met at the bus door by a parent, guardian, caregiver, or sibling who is middle school age or higher and asked for by name.

The Nearly Cashless Scholastic Book Fair comes to our school from March 11th- 15th to share the newest books and other exciting learning products with our young readers. Parents, family members, and teachers will find plenty of items of interest to them as well. The fair is open each day from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. On Friday, we close at 1:00 to pack up.  Everyone is welcome to attend.

Students will preview the Book Fair on March 11th and come home with a wish list for a few things they would like to get.  Adults are invited to come anytime during the week to browse and/or make purchases.  Adults may pull their child out of lunch to purchase books with them. If adults are unable to attend but would still like their child to purchase something, they may sign their child up for an eWallet account or send in cash.  We are NO LONGER ACCEPTING PERSONAL CHECKS due to the amounts being potentially wrong if we run out of stock.  We STRONGLY RECOMMEND signing your child up for an eWallet account.  Cash gets lost, eWallet accounts don’t.  It is very helpful to have a list of what the student is allowed to buy, especially in the primary grades.  Click the following link for more detailed information on the fair, how to volunteer at the fair, and information on eWallet (the cashless way to pay):https://www.smore.com/1wujr 

Teachers will be signing up for their own eWallet accounts and sending out the links.  These accounts are for the teachers to purchase books from the fair for their classroom libraries.  Feel free to donate any amount that you are comfortable with.  The books purchased will enrich the education of children for years to come.  Thank you in advance for your generosity! 

National Women's History Month

Every year, March is designated Women’s History Month by presidential proclamation. The month is set aside to honor women’s contributions in American history.Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Read more about Women’s History Month in National Geographic Kids. 

Family Engagement Survey

FCPS is partnering with independent research firm K12 Insight to administer a Family Engagement Survey, which will be open from Sunday, March 3, to Friday, March 22. Your feedback is critical in helping FCPS to better recognize, understand, respect, and address family strengths and needs throughout the district. Survey topics include:

• Welcoming environment
• Communication
• Student success
• Advocacy
• Family and school partnerships
• Community partnerships

The survey will be available in English, Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Pashto, Spanish, Urdu, and Vietnamese. 

Parents/caregivers will receive the survey link via email from K12 Insight. A public link will also be posted on FCPS’ website. Paper surveys will be available in our front office. Please stay tuned for more information.

April is College and Careers Month at Hayfield ES

To celebrate the careers in our community, our students would love to hear and learn some interesting facts about your job. Please use the following Flipgrid link to post a one-minute video highlighting your career. During the month of April, teachers will play these videos for their class. We want to know about what you do for a living. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact one of the counselors.

Flipgrid link:

https://flip.com/ae62a73a

Thank you for sharing about your job with us!!

 

College and Career Week April 22nd-26th

Summer Programs

Registration is now open for several summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.

Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Lake Braddock Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. 

Tech Adventure Camp is available for current grade K-5 students to explore STEAM, culinary, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. E-IFTA is a weekly arts camp for elementary students who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Visit the E-IFTA webpage to register.

Advanced Academic Programs (AAP)

We are pleased to share that we have secured a long-term sub to support our AAP groups in Ms. Keninitz's absence. Ms. Amy Carter will serve in this role begining March 11 and will continue through the remainder of the school year. Ms. Carter is familiar with this role as she has previously served as the AART long-term sub. Her email is: [email protected]. Ms. Keninitz will continue to support all AAP application processes and our preparation for the Local Level IV program coming to HES in 2024-2025.

In addition, please check out the most recent AAP newsletter here.

Magnet Schools

Three FCPS elementary magnet schools provide programs that enhance learning in science, technology, and performing arts. 

If you are interested in sending your student to an elementary magnet school program, consider attending a school-based information night at Hunters Woods Elementary School, Bailey’s Primary Elementary School, or Bailey’s Upper Elementary School. 

Information nights will provide an opportunity to learn about individual school programs, student eligibility, the lottery process, and transportation.

Registration for the 2024-25 elementary magnet lottery is open Tuesday, March 5, through Friday, April 12. Get more information about the schools, their programs, and locations.

News From Our Family Liaison

Flyers with QR codes to learn more about Fairfax County Public Schools Summer Camps, Fairfax County Park Authority camps and classes, Fairfax County Neighborhood and Community Services camps, and local Spring Sports options came home in Thursday folders this week. 

• Scan the codes with your phone camera to be linked to the registration websites.
• Questions about these organizations and requests for registration assistance can be directed to Marily Grotz, Family Liaison.
• Financial Assistance is available for many of the programs included on the flyer.

 

Marily Grotz

Family Liaison

Hayfield Elementary School

Phone: 703-924-4553  Cell: 571-296-6011

Email: [email protected]

Office Hours:  Tuesday/Thursday 8:30am-3:30pm

News from the PTA

Stay informed with the latest PTA news here:

hayfieldespta.ptboard.com

facebook.com/HayfieldElementaryPTA

instagram.com/hayfieldespta

 

Dates to Remember:

 

March 1st-15th: Read-a-Thon

March 8th: Military Parents Family Coffee

March 11th-15th: Book Fair

*Volunteer to be a Cashier (PTA members only) or Shopping Assistant: http://tinyurl.com/29adnbm8

March 15th: Bingo Night http://tinyurl.com/hesbingo24

March 20th: Restaurant Night at Honeygrow!

March 21st: PTA Meeting

 

It’s not too late to join the PTA and get involved! Our school is better when we all work together! Sign-up here*: http://tinyurl.com/45w8r7vz 

 

*A PTBoard account must be created in order to access this page. PTBoard is a free service.

For Our Military Families: Military Matters

Military Families Parent Coffee

Join Us for a Mix & Mingle Social

Whether you’re new to Hayfield or looking to reconnect with other parents, come join us. Feel free to ask questions and/or share resources. If you can stop by for a few minutes or stay for the hour, we’re excited to see you!

March 8th @ 8:30am - HES Cafeteria

Registration is encouraged but not required.

 

Contact Laura Blewett – HES PTA Purple Star Military Liaison, [email protected]

or

Shelly Oberst, HES Military & Family Life Counselor, [email protected]

 for more information.

https://forms.gle/DqFAHbcqvxnSE1J78

 

Virtual Gathering for FCPS Military-Connected Families

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) values the unique experiences and perspectives of our military-connected families and students.

Family and School Partnerships invites military-connected parents and guardians to attend a special virtual gathering to connect directly with FCPS staff and community members, learn about valuable resources, and share their experiences within FCPS.

This interactive session will be held on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, from 7-8 p.m. Please register for this event to receive the Zoom link and meeting invitation.

For more information about the gathering and/or military-connected resources, please email Meredith Ayala, Family Partnerships Specialist, Military-Connected Youth & Families, at [email protected] or [email protected].

 

Purple Up T-Shirts Available for Purchase

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is gearing up to honor and celebrate its military-connected youth in April, the Month of the Military Child and on Purple Up! Day! 

FCPS Purple Up! t-shirts are available for purchase now through Friday, March 8, 2024 here. The shirts highlight our gratitude and appreciation for our 14,000 military-connected students and their families. #PurpleUpFCPS! 

https://www.customink.com/go/fph0-00cu-cgvv 

 

Shelly Oberst, LCSW

Military & Family Life Counselor

Hayfield Elementary School

Cell: 571-386-7884

[email protected]

 

• Hayfield Elementary School Calendar
• FCPS School Year Calendar
• Attendance Form
• Student Handbook
• Family Resources (registration, SIS ParentVUE, Cafeteria, and BYOD)
• Family Information Lines (Eight Languages)
• Safety Tipline

7633 Telegraph Rd., Alexandria, VA 22315  |  Phone: 703.924.4500

Attendance: [email protected] | Web | Twitter

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

English | Español | አማርኛ | 中文 | 한국어 | Tiếng Việt | العربية | فارسی | اردو

 

• February 23 - PTA Spelling Bee; 6-8 p.m.; Cafeteria
• March 5 - Presidential Primary (No school for students) - Office hours; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
• March 8 - Military Families PTA Parent Coffee; 8:30 a.m.; Cafeteria
• March 8 – Last Day to Buy an FCPS Purple Up! T-shirt
• March 15 - PTA Bingo; 6 p.m.; HSS
• March 21 - PTA Meeting; 7 p.m.
• March 22 - End of 3rd Quarter
• March 25-29 - Spring Break (School/Office closed)

See the complete school year calendar

Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Learn more about Black History month.

Kindergarten Registration

There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. Schedule an appointment.

After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation, Bridge to Kindergarten, or any other introductory events each school may host. Read more about the registration process.

 

💻 Try Online Registration

Parents may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process. 

When registering, parents will create (or log in to an existing) SIS ParentVUE account. Please note that passwords should be more than 12 characters long. If you have an existing account and your password is shorter, please update it when you log in.

Family Engagement Survey

FCPS is partnering with independent research firm K12 Insight to administer a Family Engagement Survey, which will be open from Sunday, March 3, to Friday, March 22. Your feedback is critical in helping FCPS to better recognize, understand, respect, and address family strengths and needs throughout the district. Survey topics include:

• Welcoming environment
• Communication
• Student success
• Advocacy
• Family and school partnerships
• Community partnerships

The survey will be available in English, Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Pashto, Spanish, Urdu, and Vietnamese. 

Parents/caregivers will receive the survey link via email from K12 Insight. A public link will also be posted on FCPS’ website. Paper surveys will be available in our front office. Please stay tuned for more information.

Special AAP Message

Dear Hayfield Community,

We are writing to you today to address the upcoming departure of our amazing Advanced Academic Resource Teacher, Lauren Keninitz. As you know, Mrs. Keninitz has been a dedicated and innovative part of our school community for the past two years, inspiring and nurturing our students. We are incredibly grateful for her contributions and wish her all the best in her new position as an Elementary School Science Educational Specialist.

We understand that Mrs. Keninitz's absence may raise concerns about the future of our Advanced Academic Programs (AAP). Unfortunately, we are not able to secure a full-time replacement at this time.

However, we want to assure you that we are committed to supporting our learners and are currently exploring alternative solutions to ensure their continued academic and social development. To facilitate a smooth transition, Mrs. Keninitz will continue to support at Hayfield multiple days per week for the next few weeks. We are working to secure a substitute teacher who will provide instruction for Mrs. Keninitz’s pull-out groups as well as push into classes to support Critical and Creative Thinking and AAP lessons in grades K - 2. Mrs. Keninitz will be providing the plans for this substitute to align with AAP program goals. While this is not a full-time AART replacement, it will offer continued support to our students. Mrs. Keninitz will also continue to support Hayfield with establishing our full-time AAP program and with screening for school-based services for the remainder of the 2023-2024 school year.

Our classroom teachers have experience with AAP curricular resources and strategies and will continue to effectively differentiate their instruction for advanced learners within the classroom. We are confident that through collaborative efforts, we can continue to provide a stimulating and supportive learning environment for all our students, including our advanced learners.

We acknowledge that this is a challenging situation, and we appreciate your patience and understanding. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us if you have any questions or concerns. We value your feedback and are committed to working together to create the best possible learning experience for all our students.

Sincerely,

Jessica Lewis & Seamus O'Connor

April is College and Careers Month at Hayfield ES

To celebrate the careers in our community, our students would love to hear and learn some interesting facts about your job. Please use the following Flipgrid link to post a one-minute video highlighting your career. During the month of April, teachers will play these videos for their class. We want to know about what you do for a living. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact one of the counselors.

Flipgrid link:

https://flip.com/ae62a73a

 

Thank you for sharing about your job with us!!

Summer Programs

Registration is now open for several summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.

Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Lake Braddock Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. 

Tech Adventure Camp is available for current grade K-5 students to explore STEAM, culinary, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. E-IFTA is a weekly arts camp for elementary students who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Visit the E-IFTA webpage to register.

Magnet Schools

Three FCPS elementary magnet schools provide programs that enhance learning in science, technology, and performing arts. 

If you are interested in sending your student to an elementary magnet school program, consider attending a school-based information night at Hunters Woods Elementary School, Bailey’s Primary Elementary School, or Bailey’s Upper Elementary School. 

Information nights will provide an opportunity to learn about individual school programs, student eligibility, the lottery process, and transportation.

Registration for the 2024-25 elementary magnet lottery is open Tuesday, March 5, through Friday, April 12. Get more information about the schools, their programs, and locations.

News From Our Family Liaison

Family Resource Center The Family Resource Center offers FREE webinars for adults to support the success of all students.

Behavior Solution Series for Elementary and Secondary Families – Join FCPS Behavior Intervention Services staff for help encouraging positive communication and behavior at home.

• Taming Tantrums and More, Friday, March 15 (Click the link above to register.)

 

Summer Camp Registration is Underway!

• The IFTA, E-IFTA, Career Technical Education Summer Academy and Tech Adventure Camp offer financial assistance. Details for how to register by phone and mail are on the website.  Contact the Family Liaison for assistance with registration.
• Fairfax County Parks Spring and Summer Camp registration is open. Spots fill up fast! Learn more about the camps and how to register here.

 

TAX Help

• Fairfax County Public Library – our local library is Kingstowne located at 6500 Landsdowne Centre Dr, Alexandria, VA 22315  https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/library/tax-help-library
• Free tax preparation help is available for families through  Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) or 703-533-5702 (please leave a message) and AARP TaxAide by virtual or in-person appointment only. The deadline for filing taxes this year is Monday, April 15, 2024. VITA is for families with a combined household income of $64,000 or less. There is no age or income limit for AARP.

Marily Grotz Family Liaison

Hayfield Elementary School

Phone: 703-924-4553  Cell: 571-296-6011

Email: [email protected]

Office Hours:  Tuesday/Thursday 8:30am-3:30pm

News from the PTA

Stay informed with the latest PTA news here:

hayfieldespta.ptboard.com

facebook.com/HayfieldElementaryPTA

instagram.com/hayfieldespta

 

Career Night planning is underway and we need presenters from a variety of professions! Register here today: http://tinyurl.com/49p8h9n6

 

Dates to Remember:

 

TONIGHT! February 23rd: Fourth Fridays-Spelling Bee (6-8pm)

March 1st-15th: Read-a-Thon

March 11th-15th: Book Fair

March 15th: Bingo Night http://tinyurl.com/hesbingo24

March 21st: PTA Meeting

 

It’s not too late to join the PTA and get involved! Our school is better when we all work together! Sign-up here*: http://tinyurl.com/45w8r7vz 

 

*A PTBoard account must be created in order to access this page. PTBoard is a free service.

For Our Military Families: Military Matters

Military Families Parent Coffee

Join Us for a Mix & Mingle Social

Whether you’re new to Hayfield or looking to reconnect with other parents, come join us. Feel free to ask questions and/or share resources. If you can stop by for a few minutes or stay for the hour, we’re excited to see you!

March 8th @ 8:30am - HES Cafeteria

Registration is encouraged but not required.

 

Contact Laura Blewett – HES PTA Purple Star Military Liaison, [email protected]

or

Shelly Oberst, HES Military & Family Life Counselor, [email protected]

 for more information.

https://forms.gle/DqFAHbcqvxnSE1J78

 

Purple Up T-Shirts Available for Purchase

 

 

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is gearing up to honor and celebrate its military-connected youth in April, the Month of the Military Child and on Purple Up! Day! 

FCPS Purple Up! t-shirts are available for purchase now through Friday, March 8, 2024 here. The shirts highlight our gratitude and appreciation for our 14,000 military-connected students and their families. #PurpleUpFCPS! 

“You’ve Made the Grade” – AAFES – Exchange

 

The “You Made the Grade” program is designed to reward students, 1st-12th grade, for above-average academic achievement and to inspire them to work that much harder.

Qualifying students can receive a You Made the Grade Rewards gift card by presenting a valid military ID card and proof of an overall “B” average or better to their local Exchange. Straight “A” students will get a $20 Rewards gift card and overall “B” average students will get a $10 Rewards gift card, along with a coupon sheet to take advantage of their Exchange’s amazing retail, services, and food offers.

https://www.aafes.com/about-exchange/you-made-the-grade/

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/f8KFqv8h1hRtFaSe/?mibextid=WC7FNe

 

Shelly Oberst, LCSW

Military & Family Life Counselor

Hayfield Elementary School

Cell: 571-386-7884

[email protected]

 

• Hayfield Elementary School Calendar
• FCPS School Year Calendar
• Attendance Form
• Student Handbook
• Family Resources (registration, SIS ParentVUE, Cafeteria, and BYOD)
• Family Information Lines (Eight Languages)
• Safety Tipline

7633 Telegraph Rd., Alexandria, VA 22315  |  Phone: 703.924.4500

Attendance: [email protected] | Web | Twitter

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• February 19 - President's Day (School/Office closed)
• February 23 - PTA Spelling Bee; 6-8 p.m.; Cafeteria
• March 5 - Presidential Primary (No school for students) - Office hours; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
• March 8 - Military Families PTA Parent Coffee; 8:30 a.m.; Cafeteria
• March 15 - PTA Bingo; 6 p.m.; HSS
• March 21 - PTA Meeting; 7 p.m.
• March 22 - End of 3rd Quarter
• March 25-29 - Spring Break (School/Office closed)

See the complete school year calendar

Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Learn more about Black History month.

Kindergarten Registration

There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. Schedule an appointment.

After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation, Bridge to Kindergarten, or any other introductory events each school may host. Read more about the registration process.

 

💻 Try Online Registration

Parents may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process. 

When registering, parents will create (or log in to an existing) SIS ParentVUE account. Please note that passwords should be more than 12 characters long. If you have an existing account and your password is shorter, please update it when you log in.

Special AAP Message

Dear Hayfield Community,

We are writing to you today to address the upcoming departure of our amazing Advanced Academic Resource Teacher, Lauren Keninitz. As you know, Mrs. Keninitz has been a dedicated and innovative part of our school community for the past two years, inspiring and nurturing our students. We are incredibly grateful for her contributions and wish her all the best in her new position as an Elementary School Science Educational Specialist.

We understand that Mrs. Keninitz's absence may raise concerns about the future of our Advanced Academic Programs (AAP). Unfortunately, we are not able to secure a full-time replacement at this time.

However, we want to assure you that we are committed to supporting our learners and are currently exploring alternative solutions to ensure their continued academic and social development. To facilitate a smooth transition, Mrs. Keninitz will continue to support at Hayfield multiple days per week for the next few weeks. We are working to secure a substitute teacher who will provide instruction for Mrs. Keninitz’s pull-out groups as well as push into classes to support Critical and Creative Thinking and AAP lessons in grades K - 2. Mrs. Keninitz will be providing the plans for this substitute to align with AAP program goals. While this is not a full-time AART replacement, it will offer continued support to our students. Mrs. Keninitz will also continue to support Hayfield with establishing our full-time AAP program and with screening for school-based services for the remainder of the 2023-2024 school year.

Our classroom teachers have experience with AAP curricular resources and strategies and will continue to effectively differentiate their instruction for advanced learners within the classroom. We are confident that through collaborative efforts, we can continue to provide a stimulating and supportive learning environment for all our students, including our advanced learners.

We acknowledge that this is a challenging situation, and we appreciate your patience and understanding. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us if you have any questions or concerns. We value your feedback and are committed to working together to create the best possible learning experience for all our students.

Sincerely,

Jessica Lewis & Seamus O'Connor

April is College and Careers Month at Hayfield ES

To celebrate the careers in our community, our students would love to hear and learn some interesting facts about your job. Please use the following Flipgrid link to post a one-minute video highlighting your career. During the month of April, teachers will play these videos for their class. We want to know about what you do for a living. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact one of the counselors.

Flipgrid link:

https://flip.com/ae62a73a

 

Thank you for sharing about your job with us!!

Summer Programs

Registration is now open for several summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.

Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Lake Braddock Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. 

Tech Adventure Camp is available for current grade K-5 students to explore STEAM, culinary, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. E-IFTA is a weekly arts camp for elementary students who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Visit the E-IFTA webpage to register.

Magnet Schools

Three FCPS elementary magnet schools provide programs that enhance learning in science, technology, and performing arts. 

If you are interested in sending your student to an elementary magnet school program, consider attending a school-based information night at Hunters Woods Elementary School, Bailey’s Primary Elementary School, or Bailey’s Upper Elementary School. 

Information nights will provide an opportunity to learn about individual school programs, student eligibility, the lottery process, and transportation.

Registration for the 2024-25 elementary magnet lottery is open Tuesday, March 5, through Friday, April 12. Get more information about the schools, their programs, and locations.

Eating Disorder Parent Information

In 2013, Virginia passed a law requiring every school system to provide information to parents annually about eating disorders with parents/guardians of students in the fifth through twelfth grades. 

According to the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA 2023),

Eating disorders are serious but treatable mental and physical illnesses that can affect people of all genders, ages, races, religions, ethnicities, sexual orientations, body shapes, and weights. In the United States, 28.8 million Americans will suffer from an eating disorder at some point in their lives.

There is no single cause of an eating disorder. Rather, it is a complex combination of biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors that converge and set off an individual’s predisposed genetic vulnerability.

In collaboration with the Fairfax County Health Department, FCPS has developed a web page with detailed information and resources about eating disorders.  To find out more, please visit the FCPS Eating Disorders website.

In addition to the information on the FCPS website, the National Eating Disorders Association has a toll free, confidential Helpline, 1-800-931-2237.

News From Our Family Liaison

Report Cards

• 2nd Quarter Interim Reports can be accessed through your SIS ParentVue Account.  Parent/Teacher Conferences can be requested any time of the school year by contacting your students teacher.
• The Family Liaison is available to assist if you have questions about the process of conferences, questions related to SIS ParentVue access, or would like to schedule an interpreter for a conference.

 

Summer Camp Registration is Underway!

• The IFTA, E-IFTA, Career Technical Education Summer Academy and Tech Adventure Camp offer financial assistance. Details for how to register by phone and mail are on the website.  Contact the Family Liaison for assistance with registration.
• Fairfax County Parks Spring and Summer Camp registration is open. Spots fill up fast! Learn more about the camps and how to register here.

 

TAX Help

• Fairfax County Public Library – our local library is Kingstowne located at 6500 Landsdowne Centre Dr, Alexandria, VA 22315  https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/library/tax-help-library
• Free tax preparation help is available for families through  Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) or 703-533-5702 (please leave a message) and AARP TaxAide by virtual or in-person appointment only. The deadline for filing taxes this year is Monday, April 15, 2024. VITA is for families with a combined household income of $64,000 or less. There is no age or income limit for AARP.

Marily Grotz
Family Liaison
Hayfield Elementary School
Phone: 703-924-4553  Cell: 571-296-6011
Email: [email protected]
Office Hours:  Tuesday/Thursday 8:30am-3:30pm

For Our Military Families: Military Matters

Mark Your Calendar – Upcoming Events & Dates

 

• March 8 – Military Families PTA Parent Coffee:

      8:30 a.m. – HES Cafeteria

 

For Our Military Families: Military Matters:

Military Families Parent Coffee

Join Us for a Mix & Mingle Social

Whether you’re new to Hayfield or looking to reconnect with other parents, come join us. Feel free to ask questions and/or share resources. If you can stop by for a few minutes or stay for the hour, we’re excited to see you!

 

March 8th @ 8:30am

In the HES Cafeteria

Registration is encouraged but not required.

 

Contact Laura Blewett – HES PTA Purple Star Military Liaison, [email protected]

or

Shelly Oberst, HES Military & Family Life Counselor, [email protected]

 for more information.

https://www.signupgenius.com/index.cfm?go=w.manageSignUp#/47934078

 

Operation Purple Camp https://www.militaryfamily.org/programs/operation-purple/operation-purple-camp/?2993

 

Operation Purple Camp

Operation Purple Camp offers military kids a free week of camp where they can enjoy a summer camp experience with other kids just like them.

www.militaryfamily.org

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Q3X8KhgJvE&t=3s

Want to learn more?

• Join us for an information session on March 5 at 7 PM ET to learn more about camp, the application process, and the National Military Family Association’s Operation Purple programs. 

FCPS:  resources and support for military families 

 

Shelly Oberst, LCSW

Military & Family Life Counselor

Hayfield Elementary School

Cell: 571-386-7884

[email protected]

News from the PTA

Stay informed with the latest PTA news here:

hayfieldespta.ptboard.com

facebook.com/HayfieldElementaryPTA

instagram.com/hayfieldespta

 

Career Night planning is underway and we need presenters from a variety of professions! Register here today: http://tinyurl.com/49p8h9n6

 

Dates to Remember:

 

February 16th: Deadline to Register for the Spelling Bee

February 18th: PTA 101 Webinar, RSVP here: http://tinyurl.com/444ukptj

February 20th & 21st: Restaurant Night-Hangry Burger

February 23rd: Fourth Fridays-Spelling Bee (6-8pm) http://tinyurl.com/hesbee24

March 1st - 15th: Read-a-Thon

March 11th - 15th: Book Fair

March 15th: Bingo Night

March 21st: PTA Meeting

 

It’s not too late to join the PTA and get involved! Our school is better when we all work together! Sign-up here*: http://tinyurl.com/45w8r7vz 

 

*A PTBoard account must be created in order to access this page. PTBoard is a free service.

 

• Hayfield Elementary School Calendar
• FCPS School Year Calendar
• Attendance Form
• Student Handbook
• Family Resources (registration, SIS ParentVUE, Cafeteria, and BYOD)
• Family Information Lines (Eight Languages)
• Safety Tipline

7633 Telegraph Rd., Alexandria, VA 22315  |  Phone: 703.924.4500

Attendance: [email protected] | Web | Twitter

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

English | Español | አማርኛ | 中文 | 한국어 | Tiếng Việt | العربية | فارسی | اردو

 

• February 15 - PTA Meeting; 7 p.m.
• February 19 - President's Day (School/Office closed)
• February 23 - PTA Spelling Bee; 6-8 p.m.
• March 5 - Presidential Primary (No school for students) - Office hours; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
• March 21 - PTA Meeting; 7 p.m.
• March 22 - End of 3rd Quarter
• March 25-29 - Spring Break (School/Office closed)

See the complete school year calendar

Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Learn more about Black History month.

April is College and Careers Month at Hayfield ES

To celebrate the careers in our community, our students would love to hear and learn some interesting facts about your job. Please use the following Flipgrid link to post a one-minute video highlighting your career. During the month of April, teachers will play these videos for their class. We want to know about what you do for a living. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact one of the counselors.

Flipgrid link:

https://flip.com/ae62a73a

 

Thank you for sharing about your job with us!!

Summer Programs

Registration is now open for several summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.

Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Lake Braddock Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. 

Tech Adventure Camp is available for current grade K-5 students to explore STEAM, culinary, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. E-IFTA is a weekly arts camp for elementary students who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Visit the E-IFTA webpage to register.

Magnet Schools

Three FCPS elementary magnet schools provide programs that enhance learning in science, technology, and performing arts. 

If you are interested in sending your student to an elementary magnet school program, consider attending a school-based information night at Hunters Woods Elementary School, Bailey’s Primary Elementary School, or Bailey’s Upper Elementary School. 

Information nights will provide an opportunity to learn about individual school programs, student eligibility, the lottery process, and transportation.

Registration for the 2024-25 elementary magnet lottery is open Tuesday, March 5, through Friday, April 12. Get more information about the schools, their programs, and locations.

The Lunar New Year is a holiday that marks the first new moon of the lunisolar calendar, which is the calendar traditionally used in many east Asian countries including China, Vietnam, Singapore, and South Korea. In these and other Asian countries, it is one of the most important holidays of the year. The Lunar New Year is all about ushering in luck and prosperity with family.Read more about Lunar New Year and its animal symbols in National Geographic Kids.

Ash Wednesday is a holy day of prayer and fasting in many Western Christian denominations. It marks the beginning of Lent, a time of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving leading up to Easter. Many Christians attend special Ash Wednesday church services, at which churchgoers receive ash on their foreheads. Ash Wednesday derives its name from this practice. Read more about Ash Wednesday in Britannica.com. 

News From Our Family Liaison

Teens In Action 2024 (TAC)

Fairfax County Neighborhood and Community Service offers Teen in Action program, March 25-29 for rising 7th- 12th graders. FLYER Featured

 

Summer Camp Registration is Underway!

The IFTA, E-IFTA, Career Technical Education Summer Academy and Tech Adventure Camp websites are updated with location, dates, and cost.  Further details for how to register by phone and mail are on the website.  These programs offer financial assistance.

 

Fairfax County Parks Spring and Summer Camp Registration Open

Spring and Summer Camp Registration is open.  Spots fill up fast!  Learn more about the camps and how to register here.

 

TAX Help at Fairfax County Public Library – our local library is Kingstowne located at 6500 Landsdowne Centre Dr, Alexandria, VA 22315

https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/library/tax-help-library

 

Marily Grotz

Family Liaison

Hayfield Elementary School

Phone: 703-924-4553  Cell: 571-296-6011

Email: [email protected]

Office Hours:  Tuesday/Thursday 8:30am-3:30pm

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School Website:  hayfieldes.fcps.edu

For Our Military Families: Military Matters

H.E.S. Military Families Facebook Page – Military Families Connect

HES Parent Laura Blewett ([email protected]), is our Purple Star Military Liaison. She has created a Facebook Group for our Hayfield Elementary Military Families community - connect with others & share resources. If you are part of this community, we invite you to join.

 

facebook.com/groups/hesmilitaryfamiliesconnect/

Ft. Belvoir MWR Events

Teen Activity Night

16 Feb. - 4-6 pm - Library

An evening of friends, books, games and general awesomeness—just for teens!

No Registration Required. Free Event.

https://belvoir.armymwr.com/calendar/event/teen-activity-night/6333211/86157

 

Dungeons and Dragons Adventure League

20 Feb. - 4-6 pm – Library

Join the party and get ready for adventure! Players are welcome to bring their own D&D supplies. Dice, character sheets, and guidebooks will be available.

Registration Required. Free Event.

https://belvoir.armymwr.com/calendar/event/dungeons-and-dragons-adventure-league/6325628/85752

Other Dates:

March 5th & 19th

April 2nd, 23rd, & 30th

May 14th & 28th

June 11th &25th 

Military One Source

 

Preparing to File

 

When it comes to filing taxes, it helps to be prepared. Here are some steps you can take to make tax season less taxing:

• Check to make sure you’re eligible for MilTax e-filing and services. It’s free for service members, eligible family members and survivors.
• Gather the documents and information you’ll need to file.
• Got tax questions? Schedule a consultation with MilTax tax pros.

 

 

• FCPS Military Resources

Shelly Oberst, LCSW

Military & Family Life Counselor

Hayfield Elementary School

Cell: 571-386-7884

[email protected]

 

 

 

 

News from the PTA

Stay informed with the latest PTA news here:

hayfieldespta.ptboard.com

facebook.com/HayfieldElementaryPTA

instagram.com/hayfieldespta

 

Hawk Talk: January 2024

 

Career Night planning is underway and we need presenters from a variety of professions! Register here today:: http://tinyurl.com/49p8h9n6

 

Dates to Remember:

 

February 15th: PTA Meeting

February 16th: Deadline to Register for the Spelling Bee

February 18th: PTA 101 Webinar http://tinyurl.com/444ukptj

February 21st & 22nd: Restaurant Night-Hangry Burger

February 23rd: Fourth Fridays-Spelling Bee (6-8pm) http://tinyurl.com/hesbee24

March 1st: Read-a-Thon Kick-Off!

 

It’s not too late to join the PTA and get involved! Our school is better when we all work together! Sign-up here*: http://tinyurl.com/45w8r7vz 

 

*A PTBoard account must be created in order to access this page. PTBoard is a free service.

 

• Hayfield Elementary School Calendar
• FCPS School Year Calendar
• Attendance Form
• Student Handbook
• Family Resources (registration, SIS ParentVUE, Cafeteria, and BYOD)
• Family Information Lines (Eight Languages)
• Safety Tipline

7633 Telegraph Rd., Alexandria, VA 22315  |  Phone: 703.924.4500

Attendance: [email protected] | Web | Twitter

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

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This Week is National School Counseling Week! Thank You To Our Incredible Counselors, Ms. Brown & Ms. Smith

Our school counselors, Ms. Brown & Ms. Smith, work with students in various capacities, whether through classroom lessons, group sessions, or individual counseling.

Counselors help students build confidence, encourage strong study skills, and provide educational support to transition successfully to the next grade.  Learn more about the role of school counselors in FCPS.

Please encourage your child(ren) to make them a card, write a thank you note, or just take a moment to let our school counselors know how much you appreciate them!

Quick Links

• Hayfield Elementary School Calendar
• FCPS School Year Calendar
• Attendance Form
• Student Handbook
• Family Resources (registration, SIS ParentVUE, Cafeteria, and BYOD)
• Family Information Lines (Eight Languages)
• Safety Tipline

7633 Telegraph Rd., Alexandria, VA 22315  |  Phone: 703.924.4500

Attendance: [email protected] | Web | Twitter