Message from Mrs. Briggs
Dear Panther Families,
This week our students in grades 3-6 have completed their Reading & Math SOL's. Our final SOL will take place on Thursday, May 22nd.
Next week is our final early release Monday of this academic school year; students will be dismissed at 12:35 p.m. on May 19. You should have received an email detailing how your child will be going home. If this changes, please contact the office as soon as possible.
We are looking forward to our Taste of Spring Hill event, on May 22nd at 6pm.
We hope to see your and your family there!
Sincerely,
Amy Briggs
Calendar Reminders
May 19- 3 Hour Early Release - students dismiss at 12:35pm
May 20 - Band Concert 6:30pm
May 20 & 22- 3rd Grade Field Trip to Frying Pan Park
May 22- 5th grade Science SOL
May 22 - Taste of Spring Hill-6pm
May 23- 4th Grade Trip to Udvar-Hazy Air and Space
May 26 - School Holiday (Memorial Day)
May 28- Orchestra Concert 3rd Grade 6:30 pm (Students report at 6pm)
May 29- Orchestra Concert 4th, 5th and 6th Grade 6:30 pm (Students report at 6pm)
May 29 - K,1,2 field trip to Langley HS for performance -Frozen
May 30 - Field Day (rain date 6/6/25)- jWear your grade level T-Shirt
June 2 - 3rd Grade Kids Business Day
June 10- 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony (Langley HS) 2pm
June 11- Last day of School! Enjoy your Summer......
2024-25 FCPS School Calendar
Upcoming Testing Information (Grades 3-6)
As the end of the school year approaches, we want to provide you with important information regarding the upcoming Standards of Learning (SOL) testing for students in grades 3 through 6.
Here is the SOL testing schedule:
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5th Grade Science SOL: Thursday, May 22nd
To help ensure a positive and successful testing experience for our students, we kindly ask for your support in the following ways:
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Good Breakfast: Please ensure your child has a nutritious breakfast on testing days. There will be no snack provided during the testing sessions.
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Choice Book: Students are encouraged to bring a choice book to read quietly once they have finished their test. These books will remain with them in the testing location until all testing for the session is complete.
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Lunch Schedule Adjustments: Please be aware of temporary adjustments to the lunch schedule on the Reading and Math SOL testing days (May 7th and May 14th):
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1st Grade Lunch: Moved to 10:45 AM
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3rd Grade Lunch: Moved to 11:45 AM
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Good Night's Sleep: Ensuring your child gets a good night's sleep before each testing day is crucial for their focus and performance.
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Water Bottle: Students are permitted to bring a water bottle to have with them during testing.
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Headphones and Mice (If Necessary): If your child uses headphones or a mouse regularly for schoolwork or testing accommodations, please ensure they bring them to school fully functional on their respective testing days.
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Charged Computers: Please ensure their computers are fully charged.
We appreciate your partnership in supporting your child's success during SOL testing. Please do not hesitate to reach out to your child's teacher if you have any questions.
FCPS News
Excellence at a Crossroads: FCPS Budget Update The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has begun finalizing the budget. The current advertised budget underfunds FCPS by $150 million.
Without new revenue, such as the meals tax (adding just $2-3 to an average dining bill for a family of four), FCPS will face significant cuts..
Phase 2 Community Boundary Review Meetings
Families, staff, and community members will soon be able to explore and visualize potential boundary scenarios using a customized Boundary Explorer Tool. The tool will be accessible from the FCPS website. You are also invited to participate in another series of community meetings in order to review and reflect on the initial draft scenarios before the start of summer break:
- Monday, May 19, 6:30-8 p.m., Herndon High School
- Friday, May 23, 7-8:30 p.m., Lewis High School
- Wednesday, May 28, 7-8:30 p.m., Annandale High School
- Thursday, May 29, 6:30-8 p.m., Whitman Middle School
- Friday, May 30, 6:30-8 p.m., Chantilly High School
Friday, June 6, 6:30–8 p.m., Glasgow Middle School
TASTE OF SPRING HILL IS AROUND THE CORNER!
THURSDAY, MAY 22, 6PM – 8 PM
We are excited to be hosting Taste of Spring Hill: A Cultural Celebration (TOSH)!
A huge THANK YOU to all of the families who have signed up to represent their culture at Taste of Spring Hill! We are expecting more than 20 countries/cultures to be showcased! The sign up is now closed. If you already signed up to present your culture, please click here for more details important information!
TASTE OF SPRING HILL IS A FREE EVENT – no registration is needed! We look forward to seeing everyone on May 22nd!
If you have any questions, please email tasteofspringhill@gmail.com.
THE ANNUAL ALL-DAY 6TH GRADE ONLY PARTY IS MONDAY, JUNE 10
TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW!
Every 6th grader MUST have a ticket! Tickets are all-inclusive and non-refundable and will cover lunch*, entertainment, snacks, games and a truly fun celebration! Picnic lunch includes Dominos pizza, Chick-Fil-A, chips, cookies, water, fruit, veggies and frozen treats.
THIS EVENT IS ONLY FOR 6TH GRADERS! Tickets are $50. You must purchase a ticket in advance to participate – no tickets will be sold at the party. No partial payments will be accepted. If the ticket cost places an undue financial burden on your family, please contact your child’s homeroom teacher to request assistance. All requests will remain confidential.
THE DEADLINE TO PURCHASE TICKETS IS FRIDAY, MAY 30th! Click here to purchase your 6th grader's ticket now!
WE NEED YOUR HELP to make the party a success! There are many opportunities to volunteer before, after and during the party. Please visit the 6th Grade Party Sign Up Genius to sign up for a slot or two!
Questions? Please email springhillpto6thgradeparty@gmail.com
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