A Message from our Administrators
Good afternoon Hunt Valley Community,
Thank you to everyone that attended out PTA meeting on Tuesday. These meetings are a great way for the community and staff to hear about upcoming events and volunteer opportunities.
As we approach the second half of the school year, we wanted to give you a few reminders to make sure that everyone is aware of Hunt Valley procedures.
-when using kiss and ride in the morning or afternoon, please wait for an adult to open the car door. We ask that you do not drop your students off or pick them up in or around the parking lot. This will help us to ensure student safety.
-dogs are not permitted on school grounds. Please do not bring your pets on campus during arrival or dismissal.
-even though the weather is cold, students are still going outside for recess. Please make sure that students are wearing coats/jackets, gloves, hats, etc. Students are not permitted to stay in the office/clinic during recess and must go outside.
We hope that everyone has a wonderful long weekend.
Sincerely,
Keieownna Hightower, Principal
Chrissy Gibbs, Assistant Principal
Eric Kopacz, Assistant Principal
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Mark Your Calendar
January 19th--No School Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday
January 22nd--Local full-time AAP service meeting--virtual
January 25th--Chorus Concert @ WSHS
January 28th--End of 2nd quarter--dismissal @ 2:05
January 29th & 30th--No School for students
February 6th--Multicultural Night
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Optional Chorus Concert at WSHS for 5th and 6th grade Chorus Students
We have our optional WSHS Chorus Concert event Sunday, January 25th from 1:00pm-4:00pm. Families that wish to participate please see the detailed letter below. This event allows children to connect with other students that also have a passion for singing while getting a chance to see what choral education looks like beyond HVES. Hope you can join us!
Early Release Wednesdays
⏰ Limited Early Release Days for Elementary Schools
Limited early release days for elementary schools will shift to Wednesdays for the 2025-26 school year.
Three-hour early release days for our school will include:
- February 18
- March 18
- April 22
- May 13
Read more about the reasons for early release and the proposed early release dates.
Yearbooks for Sale
To order a yearbook for the 2025-2026 school year visit www.strawbridge.net and use the online code: YB33201. The cost is $13.00. Orders will be accepted until 4/10/2026--order yours today!
County Flu Letter
Healthy Habits to Reduce the Spread of Flu and Other Germs
Fairfax County is seeing very high levels of influenza (flu) illness. Visits to emergency departments and urgent care centers for flu-like illness have increased, especially among children, and multiple flu outbreaks have occurred in our community and school settings.
Consider these tips from the Fairfax County Health Department to help reduce the spread of flu and other germs.
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.
Did Your Student Get a New Phone or Device?
For a distraction-free start to the New Year, please remind your student about FCPS' policy for cell phones and personal devices. This policy helps students focus, interact more with their peers and teachers, and build independent problem-solving skills.
Visit FCPS’ cell phone policy webpage for more information and answers to frequently asked questions, including:
- Exceptions for students with medical conditions or IEP/504 plans.
- Cell phone use on buses and field trips.
- Consequences for cell phone policy violations.
If you need to reach your student during the school day, please call our main office.
Dual Language Immersion
Apply for Your Child to Learn in Two Languages
FCPS’ 2026-27 Dual Language Immersion (DLI) Program lottery opened on Monday, January 12. The program offers students in kindergarten and first grade the opportunity to learn in English and another language — French, German, Japanese, Korean, or Spanish — for half of each instructional day.
The online, countywide lottery is open to Fairfax County residents. Families must have a SIS ParentVUE account. Students not currently enrolled in FCPS should register at their base school before applying for the immersion program.
Families applying for first grade must do so by Thursday, February 12, at 4 p.m. Those applying for kindergarten must do so by Monday, March 2, at 4 p.m.
Informational meetings will begin in January. View dates and details on the FCPS calendar. If you have questions, please contact Brigid Williams at 571-423-4600.
Having lunch with your student
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES:
-Bring valid ID to check in the office
-Sign up using this link https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094DA5AF2EA6FECF8-51771041-lunch#/
-You may bring a homemade lunch, or you may purchase a lunch from the cafeteria for $5.00 (cash only)
-No fast food or treats are allowed in the cafeteria
-No siblings
-No pictures
Please help with clean up when you are done.
Thank you!
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