Message from Mrs. Briggs

On Monday, our staff and administration were recognized by the FCPS Senior Leadership Team, School Board, and General Assembly for our 2024 National Blue Ribbon award. This was a wonderful tribute to our incredible staff for all of their hard work. However, I would be remiss if I didn't thank our parent community for the partnership and support that you provide our school on a daily basis. I am so fortunate to be the leader of a school with so many individuals who are so invested in our students' future.

We hope you and your family enjoy the long weekend!

Sincerely,

Amy Briggs

Important Dates

October 20	Diwaii - *Holiday No School*
October 21	5th Grade Field Trip
October 22	1st Grade Parent Coffee - 8:30 am (Library) Unity Day-Wear Orange
October 23	5th Grade Field Trip
October 24	2nd Grade Parent Coffee - 8:30 am (Library) 2nd Grade Field Trip
October 27	3rd Grade Parent Coffee - 8:30 am (Library)
October 28	4th Grade Parent Coffee - 8:30 am (Library) Picture Day
October 29	5th Grade Parent Coffee - 8:30 am (Library) 3 HR Early Release - Students dismiss at 12:35 pm
October 30	6th Grade Parent Coffee - 8:30 am (Library)
October 31	Fall Festival Parade & Staff Inflatable race-9:15 am (right field) All families are welcome to attend outside. First Quarter Ends-2HR-Early release-1:35 dismissal
November 3	Strategic Planning Day - Student Holiday (No School)
November 4	Teacher Workday -Election Day - Student Holiday (No School)
November 11	Veteran's Day - Holiday No School
November 26-28	Thanksgiving Break - Holiday No School

2025-26 School Calendar

Digital Citizenship Week

Digital Citizenship Week will be celebrated the week of October 27th! See this link for spirit days. Students will be learning about healthy technology habits through our school news show and are encouraged to complete activities with their classes. If you are looking for additional resources to guide technology use and conversations at home, consider utilizing Common Sense Media.

Calling all Veterans!

Veterans Day is a special day where we honor our military heroes in an effort to recognize their selfless service and sacrifice. Spring Hill is hosting a special assembly to honor all veterans on November 10th' 2025 at 9:15am. We would love to have our student leadership students ask our Veteran's some questions about their service as well. Please let us know of your availability by filling out the google form

Immunization Events for FCPS Students

FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will be providing school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for all FCPS students with no out-of-pocket costs. Immunization clinics will take place from 3 to 6:30 p.m. at Willow Oaks Administrative Center on:

Thursday, November 6
Tuesday, November 18
Wednesday, November 19
Thursday, November 20

A clinic will also take place at Frost Middle School on Saturday, November 15, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Additional dates will be made available throughout the school year.

Participation is voluntary. Parents or guardians may schedule an appointment for their student. Learn more about immunization resources.

National School Lunch Week

This week is National School Lunch Week, which promotes the importance of a healthy school lunch in a child’s life and the impact it has inside and outside of the classroom. View menus for your child’s school to help you plan for the week ahead.

Did you know that families can apply for free and reduced-price meal benefits anytime during the school year?

If a family’s income changes at any point, they may become newly eligible according to federal income guidelines and can apply immediately. This includes income interruptions caused by furloughs, layoffs, or job losses. Once approved, benefits remain valid for the rest of the school year and for up to 30 school days into the following school year, even if the family’s income changes again. Read Superintendent Reid's October 1 letter regarding other resources available to families impacted by the government shutdown.

Picture Day 10/28/25

Remember to order your memories now- all orders are placed online in 3 easy steps:

1. Go to Strawbridge.net (or use the QR code)

2. Click "Order Pictures& Yearbooks"

3. Enter the code FM485381 to place your order.