A Message from our Administrators
Dear Hunt Valley Families,
We had a fantastic first week back at school! It was such a joy to see all the smiling faces filling our hallways again. Throughout the week, our students and teachers worked hard building strong relationships and settling into wonderful classroom routines.
As a reminder, next Wednesday, Sept. 2nd, is Back to School Night, and we can’t wait to see you there!
Back to school night schedule is as follows:
- Session 1- 6:00 -6:45 pm (Letters A-K)
- Session 2- 7:00-7:45 pm (Letters L-Z)
We are so excited for an engaging year ahead, collaborating closely with all of you to make this school year a true success. Please stay tuned for updates on other exciting events coming up on our calendar.
Thank you for your partnership, and have a wonderful, restful weekend!
Warmly,
Keieownna Johnson, Principal
Eric Kopacz, Assistant Principal
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Mark Your Calendar
September 2nd--Back to School Night
September 4th & 7th--NO SCHOOL
September 12th--HVES HVES Wellness Fair and Fun Run
September 14-18th--Book Fair
September 15th--School Picture Day
September 30th--3-hour Early Release Wednesday
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Back to School Night
Wednesday, September 2nd, 2026
- Session 1: 6:00 - 6:45 pm (Letters A-K)
- Session 2: 7:00 - 7:45 pm (Letters L-Z)
Please join us for Back to School Night on September 2nd. This event offers an excellent opportunity to meet your child's teacher, familiarize yourself with their classroom environment, and gain insights into the curriculum and expectations for the year.
Picture Day
Strawbridge Photography will be here on Tuesday, September 15. To pay online, go to www.strawbridge.net. Click Order Pictures and enter the following code: PX519047
 
Early Release Wednesdays
⏰ Limited Early Release Days for Elementary Schools
Limited early release days for elementary schools will shift to Wednesdays for the 2026-27 school year.
Three-hour early release days for our school will include:
- September 30
- November 18
- January 13
- April 7
Read more about the reasons for early release and the proposed early release dates.
A Message from our Health Room
Welcome back to the new school year! As your child returns to school, please take a moment to review the following important health information:
- If your child is experiencing symptoms or you're unsure whether they should attend school, please refer to our when to stay home guide.
- If your child has any new or existing health conditions (such as asthma, allergies, diabetes, seizures, or vision concerns), please complete the Health Information Form to help us support their needs.
- If your child requires medications or medical procedures during school hours, you can find all necessary forms and additional resources on our Hunt Valley Health Room website.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns — contact Ms. Berst, our School Health Aide, at 703-913-8810, or Ms. Monterrosa, our School Nurse, at jmonterrosad@fcps.edu.
Wishing your child a healthy and successful school year!
NEW Visitor Check-in System - Raptor Safe App Setup
Hunt Valley ES has a NEW Visitor Check-in System. Downloading and registering on the Raptor Safe App is not required, you can still use your driver’s license in the building, but this is faster.
What is Raptor Safe?
Raptor Safe is a free mobile app designed to make school visits and student dismissals both faster and more secure. By using the app, you can create a Raptor Passport, which allows you to check in at the school entrance by simply scanning a QR code. A new QR code is generated each time so no screenshots.
A few notes for registration in the app: no code is needed so skip that step and foreign id's and passports can be used (as long as they are in English).
Setting Up Your Account
Getting started is straightforward. Here is the play-by-play:
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Download: Search for "Raptor Safe" in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
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Verification: To keep the community safe, the app will ask you to scan your driver’s license and take a live selfie to verify your identity.
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Privacy: Don't worry about that selfie—it is used only for the initial verification and is not stored in the app.
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Stored Info: The app only keeps necessary details like your name, date of birth, the photo from your ID, and the last four digits of your license or passport.
Quick Tips for Users
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No Passwords to Memorize: The app uses your mobile phone number to log you in. You’ll receive a one-time code via text each time you need to access your account.
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Need Help?: If you run into any technical snags, you can find troubleshooting guides at raptortech.com/raptorsafe-app/.
Raptor Safe FAQ Sheet
Immunization Events for FCPS Students
FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will provide school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for all FCPS students with no out-of-pocket costs. Multiple events will take place at designated FCPS locations. Additional dates will be available throughout the school year.
Parents or guardians may view upcoming events and schedule an appointment for their student. Participation is voluntary. View immunization resources on the FCPS website.
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