Dear Spring Hill Families,

What a fantastic week it has been! Our students have had the opportunity to experience the magic of music and delve into the rich tapestry of our nation's history.

Our talented young musicians filled the air with beautiful harmonies during the Langley Pyramid Chorus concert. Their hard work and dedication were evident in their wonderful performance. We were honored to welcome the renowned Langley High School Madrigals to Spring Hill. Their captivating performance was a true inspiration for our students. Lastly, our fourth-graders embarked on a memorable journey to the African American History Museum. This enriching experience provided valuable insights into the significant contributions of African Americans to our country.

Thank you to our dedicated teachers, staff, and volunteers for making these enriching experiences possible for our students. We are incredibly proud of their accomplishments!

Sincerely,

Amy Briggs

Calendar Reminders

January 20-Martin Luther King holiday (no school)

January 21-Cooper MS Field Trip

January 24-Author Visit (4th-6th grades)

January 28 -End of the Quarter 

January 29-Student Holiday / Teacher Workday

February 1-Rise Against Hunger Event (Colvin Run ES)

February 10-3hour Early Release Monday

February 17 -President's Day Holiday

2024-25 FCPS    School Calendar

SY 2025-26 registration for Kindergarten and new students

SY 2025-26 registration for kindergarten and new students at Spring Hill ES is open January 27, 2025.

Please submit Intake Form in New Student Registration site on the website then school registrar will send you an email with information about required forms and link to schedule an appointment for registration.

Student’s Intention for the SY 25-26

If your student is not coming back to Spring Hill ES due to moving or transferring to private school for SY 25-26, please submit the Student’s Intention for the Next School Year form to the school office. Rising 7^th grade students are placed in middle schools in the boundary by their home address. Please submit the form only if your student is moving out of the boundary.

Yearbook orders are due by April 4th   To order a yearbook, visit www.strawbridge.net and use the order code: YB31541. See this link for more details.

Author Visit Dear 4th, 5th, and 6th Grade Families, Author Erin Stewart will be visiting Spring Hill on Friday, January 24. Erin is a former Spring Hill ES student and parent and will be coming to talk about her brand new book, The Forgotten Magic of Zoey Turner! If you would like to have a book signed by the author, please order via this link or your favorite book seller. If the book arrives before 1/24, please bring in the book and the bottom of this paper to the Library. If the book has not arrived by 1/24, please just bring in this completed paper and we will have a book plate personalized and signed to be put in the book when it arrives. Hard copies of this paper are available in the Library. Please contact our librarian, Mrs. DeVylder (lfdevylder@fcps.edu), with any questions.

Spring Hill is excited to announce two fun student events coming up in early 2025:  The Spring Hill STEAM/Science Fair - March 26 from 5:30 - 7:30 PM This event is open to all students.  More information will be handed out to students soon.   Science Fair and STEAM Night – March 26, 2025   PTO and SHES are proud to announce the return of the SHES Science Fair and the introduction of STEAM Night.   Both events will be 5:30 – 7:00 pm on March 26, 2025.  The science Fair is open to all students K – 6 using this link.  Attached is the SHES Science Fair Handbook, this will help to guide your child through the process for their age group.  Here are a few highlights from the Handbook: All students are encouraged to participate. Sign up using this google form; sign-ups will be open until 2/26/25. Science Projects are for singles or partners – no groups 3 or more. All displays will be presented on a trifold – No digital displays. $50 budget for each project Prizes and awards will be given. Handbook is posted on the SHES Schoology page.   If you or your company would like to sponsor a prize or award, please reach out to Anna our PTO President.   We are looking for donations and fun awards for each group. For other questions about the science fair please reach out to Morgan Ackourey, Connie Rinker, or Kendra Roman.   Our first annual STEAM Night will be a fun night for families to come together to build and play in the STEAM realm.  Please be on the lookout for our STEAM Night Wishlist though PTO.  We hope you will consider joining us and supporting our new SHES tradition!     If you have specific questions, ideas to make this night the best it can be or would like to volunteer please reach out to Kendra Roman.    We look forward to seeing you there!

FCPS Trust Policy

April 28, 2022, the School Board voted to adopt the Trust Policy affirming our commitment to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all students and their families. This policy aligns Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) policy with Fairfax County Government's Public Trust and Confidentiality Policy. This policy ensures that students and families can access the division’s benefits and services without fear of information being disclosed, directly or indirectly, to federal immigration officials.

To review the FCPS Trust Policy, please click here. 

Rise Against Hunger

Sign up to volunteer to package meals on February 1st!

Spring Hill ES  www.SignUpGenius.com/go/30E0C45ABA62FA1FC1-spring 

FCPS News

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:

• • Dress Children Warmly
  • Proposed Construction Projects
  • Dual Language Immersion Lottery
• Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.

The Spring Hill Spelling Bee - Friday, February 7 at 2:15 PM This event is open to students in Grades 4-6.  Students will be entered into the overall Spring Hill Spelling Bee based on the results of classroom spelling bees coordinated by each classroom teacher.  Stay tuned for more information!

A Message from the PTO

SPRING OSA REGISTRATIONS ARE OPEN!

The PTO is pleased to offer a variety of outside school classes and activities led by our talented Spring Hill Teachers and skilled FCPS-approved vendors. Our OSA Program helps provide our students with exciting and engaging opportunities to practice and learn new skills and activities surrounded by friendly faces from school in a safe, secure, familiar environment.  Please click here for the Spring OSA course list and class descriptions.   SPRING OSA registration is now open and will close at noon on Friday, January 24th.  Most classes run for 10 weeks and begin in February. Please click here to see a schedule and review our OSA policies regarding cancellations, no late registrations, and limited class capacity.

Click here to register for classes on the OSA Web page!

Active/current PTO Members (24-25) will be provided a one-time discount code for use for OSA course fees, ahead of the registration period. Proceeds from OSA classes help fund priority PTO projects for Spring Hill Elementary School. 

YOU’RE INVITED TO BIDS FOR KIDS!

SAVE THESE DATES!  BIDS FOR KIDS ONLINE AUCTION – FEBRUARY 17 – 22…BIDS FOR KIDS ADULTS-ONLY LIVE AUCTION GALA – FEBRUARY 22!

The Spring Hill Elementary School PTO invites you to join us! WHAT: The adults-only Bids for Kids: Black and White Gala Live Auction event WHEN: Saturday, February 22 at 6PM WHERE: VFW Post on Spring Hill Road (1051 Spring Hill Road) At this fun, in-person party, we will come together to raise funds to help Spring Hill develop and create a new innovative learning space in the large pod.  The evening will feature not only our lively Auction, but also delicious bites, a DJ, and a full bar.  Ticket sales for the Live, Adults-Only Auction Gala will open on February 3.  WE NEED YOUR HELP! The Bids for Kids committee has been working hard to make this year's fundraiser a success but we could use your help! Please consider donating a gift basket for the silent auction - put it together with your family, or even ask a friend (or group of friends) to do it with you! We will also feature a Wine Pull and are seeking donations of bottles. (Please do not send alcohol to school - we will gladly coordinate a pick up.) Click here for more information and to sign up!

PLANNING FOR OUR BLUE RIBBON FUN FAIR 2025 IS UNDERWAY!

Mark your calendar for Saturday, March 15, 2025 when our school building will be transformed into a carnival, bringing our community together to support the school. This tradition includes games, raffles, face painting, prizes, cotton candy and so much more!  Get involved in this highly-anticipated annual event!  We still need leaders to join our Committee for: 

• Decorations/Signs
• Candy Clock 
• Face Painting
• Cotton Candy

We need help organizing and preparing the activities and infrastructure that make this event so terrific. Click here to view the list of volunteer opportunities and sign up to be part of the FUN! Check YES for any activity that you would like to learn more about. There's lots you can do to help - before, during and after Fun Fair on March 15th! 

Questions?  Contact our Fun Fair Committee Chairs, Kate Golden and Jodi Haug at springhillptofunfair@gmail.com.