Hunt Valley PTA News You Choose
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Hunt Valley ES News You Choose, official school communication, is sent separately on Fridays with information from HVES Administration.
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PTA/School Important Dates
Friday, February 6, 2026 - Last Day to Register for Spelling Bee; Multicultural Night CANCELLED
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - PTA Meeting Virtual 7-8PM meet.google.com/iro-tmmu-bjs
Monday-Tuesday, February 16-17, 2026 - No School
Wednesday, February 18, 2026 - 3 hour Early Release Wednesday
Friday, February 20, 2026 - HVES Spelling Bee & Reflections Awards Ceremony
Monday-Friday, March 9-13, 2026 - Spring Book Fair
Tuesday, March 10, 2026 - PTA Meeting Virtual 7-8PM
Wednesday, March 18, 2026 - STEAM Night/Science Fair
A Message from the PTA President
Dear Hunt Valley Families,
I am reorienting myself after many days of snowy chaos at home with my kids! I am happy to say there are many exciting PTA items happening in February. Next Friday, February 13th, the PTA will be delivering Love to our HV teachers with the pre-purchase of Love Grams (see flyer below)! And the Friday after that, February 20th, will be the Spelling Bee and Reflections awards ceremony beginning at 6pm in the Cafeteria. Also, don’t forget to support the SCA by bringing in a soup donation for their SOUP-er Bowl (flyer below)!
Another bit of exciting February news is the beginning of the work on our lobby mural! Preparations of the wall space will start on Tuesday, February 10th with painting shortly to follow.
February might be a short and chilly month, but PTA is keeping our calendars filled!
As always, if you need anything, please reach out to President@huntvalleypta.org or info@huntvalleypta.org.
Sincerely,
Kacie Jones
Hunt Valley PTA President
Teacher Love Grams on Sale Now!
Show your teachers some love!
Teacher Love Grams are now open! For $3, send a sweet surprise to a Hunt Valley teacher and support our PTA at the same time. Love Grams can be sent to any Hunt Valley staff member, including classroom teachers, specials, and office staff.
Order by February 10
Delivered at school on February 13
https://www.givebacks.com/causes/huntvalleypta/shop
Hunt Valley 3rd Annual Scripps Spelling Bee
Register your child for the Scripps National Spelling Bee at Hunt Valley! The 2025-26 Hunt Valley Scripps Spelling Bee is open to Kindergarten through 6th grade students and will be held at the Hunt Valley Cafeteria on Friday, February 20, 2025, 6:00–8:00 p.m.
Registration closes February 6th! Register here:
https://forms.gle/yA4TUZaJj1qcjLbm9
The winner will advance to the Fairfax County Spelling Bee, held at Lake Braddock Secondary School on March 22.
Questions: Email spellingbee@huntvalleypta.org
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Reflections Art Contest Awards
Congratulations to the winners of this year’s 2025 Hunt Valley Elementary Reflections Art Contest! All participants’ art work is currently on display in the glass display case in the lobby of the school.
Please join us for an awards presentation at the start of the Spelling Bee! The awards ceremony will begin promptly at 6pm, Friday, February 20th in the HVE Cafeteria. Parents/guardians of participants should check their email for an RSVP request for their student artist.
And an EXTRA CONGRATULATIONS to students Dax Douglass and Connor Huber whose photography entries took first place in their category at the County competition. Their photos will advance to the Virginia PTA state level competition. Great job, artists!!!
(left: photo by Dax Douglass; right: photo by Connor Huber)
Science Fair/STEAM Night
Put on your thinking caps! It’s time to brainstorm a project for the Science Fair! New this year, the Science Fair (projects made by our HVE students) and STEAM Night (STEAM-related vendors and displays) will be combined into one fantastic evening.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfkl5_MVtU9F9ECmRhIW625j4T8RJuS6loyg7fxKMMSQqqvYw/viewform?pli=1&authuser=0
Spring Book Fair
Soup-er Bowl Donation Collection (SCA)
It’s SOUP-er Bowl time! Support our SCA Donation Drive and ECHO Food Bank by bringing in nonperishable food items February 2nd –February 13th .
Drop items in the front lobby bin for the Seattle Seahawks or New England Patriots and help your team and community win off the field!
No creamed soups, please.
Volunteer Opportunities
PTA has several February volunteer opportunities! Please consider donating a little of your time to help us produce great events and core memories for our students!
Click here to sign up for February volunteer needs!
Deliver Teacher Love Grams - February 13
If you can spare some time during the morning on February 13, PTA is seeking volunteers to distribute the pre-purchased Love Grams to teachers and staff. Help us spread the love!
Spelling Bee Judges - February 20 from 6-8PM
Three judges are needed to make this event happen. Word lists and instructions will be provided. You do not need to be a master speller yourself to help out! Please email spellingbee@huntvalleypta.org to volunteer or ask questions.
**** Spring Volunteer Needs ****
Spring Book Fair - March 9-13
We are looking for volunteers to work short shifts at the Book Fair, helping students make their selections, budget for their choices, and check out their new books. Experienced Book Fair volunteers - we are looking for shift Captains! For more information or to express your volunteer interest, please email bookfair@huntvalleypta.org.
STEAM/Science Fair - March 18
Our STEAM Coordinator and Science Fair Coordinator will need volunteer assistance with the execution of this year’s combined STEAM/Science Fair. This event will be a partnership between PTA and the school. Please save the date and consider volunteering a little time to help make this amazing event a success!
Spring Festival Planning Committee - May 15
PTA is beginning the planning process for this year’s last major event. We would love to have a committee of several volunteers to all work together and bring this fun-filled evening to life! Although the date is several months away, this is an immediate need, as we will start our initial planning soon! Please email president@huntvalleypta.org with interest in joining the Spring Festival Planning Committee.
Positions for next school year
As we move toward the end of the 2nd quarter, PTA is already planning for the 2026-2027 school year. There are MANY ways to be involved, from an elected position on the PTA Executive Board, to Coordinator positions for different events or areas. Please reach out to info@huntvalleypta.org if you're able to help support your PTA and would like to get more info. If you were a Chair/Coordinator this year and would like to continue next year, please let us know so we can mark that position as filled. A comprehensive list of vacant positions will be compiled soon.
Thank You, PTA Sponsors!
Thank you for your continued support!
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General Information & Communication
PTA Store Site
Check out our one-stop shop for purchasing Parent/Guardian PTA memberships, Hunt Valley Spirit Wear shirts, Teacher PTA memberships, and Business memberships!
https://huntvalleypta.givebacks.com/shop
PTA Website!
Check out our PTA website if you haven’t done so already. For those that need it, the school code is: KB63B8. It is designed to make staying up-to-date with the latest events and getting involved easier than ever! Our site features a user-friendly interface with most everything you need in one place:
● Event Calendar: Sync PTA events and FCPS holidays directly to your personal calendar so you never miss out.
● Volunteer Sign-Ups: Easily find and sign up for volunteer opportunities that fit your schedule.
● Announcements: Stay updated with the latest news and important information from the PTA.
● Teacher Favorites List: With the holidays approaching, this list allows you insight on what kind of snacks your student’s teachers enjoy, favorite color, hobbies, and more!
Account creation is required to access full features. Visit our website today (https://hvpta.ptboard.com/) and explore how we’re making it simpler for families to engage and support our school community! Being a PTA member is not required to access the page, but certainly appreciated!
Official Hunt Valley PTA Facebook Group
Join the Hunt Valley PTA Facebook Group to stay updated on the latest events, volunteer opportunities, important announcements, and shoutouts celebrating amazing moments. Our group is a space for parents, teachers, and staff to connect, collaborate, and support each other in creating the best learning environment for our students. Follow us for real-time updates, tips, and ways to get involved in making our school community even better!
Volunteer FCPS
Are you interested in volunteering for PTA or school events? New this year, you must create a profile on the Fairfax County Public Schools’ website. Please visit:
https://volunteer.fcps.edu/custom/501/volunteer_home
Don’t miss out on the chance to help at PTA events, chaperone field trips, or volunteer for school sponsored events!
HVES PTA’s Amazon Affiliate Link
Support Hunt Valley PTA with Your Amazon Shopping! Use the PTA’s Affiliate Link for your Amazon purchases: https://amzn.to/4dpxoJX
Every purchase you make through our link sends a small commission our way, helping us fund fun events, educational programs, and so much more for our amazing kids. | | 
