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Message from the PrincipalDear Hunt Valley Community,
I hope you have been enjoying the warm weather, fun activities, and some moments of relaxation.
I have a few important updates and reminders to share:
Building and parking closure: The building will be closed, and the parking lot inaccessible on July 2nd and 3rd due to crane work. Please plan accordingly.
Holiday closure: In observance of the holiday, the building will be closed on July 4th and 5th. I hope everyone has a wonderful and safe celebration.
It is hard to believe, next week, we will celebrate the July 4th holiday. For many, July 4th is filled with parades, barbecues, picnics, fireworks, and fun times spent with family and friends. I wish you a wonderful holiday celebration filled with joy, laughter, and memorable moments.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership.
Warm Regards,
Keieownna Hightower
Rising kindergarten parents:
Please access the link below to sign up for the KG summer workshop. Sign up for a 1-hour timeslot for either Thursday, August 1st or Friday, August 2nd. Don’t forget to include your child’s FULL FIRST and LAST NAME. If you have twins/multiples sign up for two (or more) different slots. Parents will wait for their child in the lobby of the school.
We look forward to meeting our rising Kinder HAWKS!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054CABAC2DAA8-48601883-kindergarten#/
7107 Sydenstricker Rd., Springfield, VA 22152 | Phone: 703.913.8800
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Rising kindergarten parents:Please access the link below to sign up for the KG summer workshop. Sign up for a 1-hour timeslot for either Thursday, August 1st or Friday, August 2nd. Don’t forget to include your child’s FULL FIRST and LAST NAME. If you have twins/multiples sign up for two (or more) different slots. Parents will wait for their child in the lobby of the school.
We look forward to meeting our rising Kinder HAWKS!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054CABAC2DAA8-48601883-kindergarten#/
7107 Sydenstricker Rd., Springfield, VA 22152 | Phone: 703.913.8800
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A Message from AdministrationGood afternoon Hunt Valley Families,
We have had such a wonderful week here at Hunt Valley! Our Field Day was a huge success. The students, staff and parents had a fabulous time! We want to thank our awesome P.E. department, Ms. Ross and Mr. Barbaro, and our terrific Wellness Team, Ms. Huntley, Ms. Dunne, and Ms. Dianna Carr for organizing activities, logistics and volunteers for this event. A huge thank you to all the parents and volunteers that worked with classes and led the activities--this would not have been possible with each and every one of you!
It was nice to see so many parents in the building this week, helping with end of year parties and activities. Our students have really enjoyed themselves! Thank you for giving up your time to plan and coordinate these activities.
Please see the invitation below for the volunteer appreciation breakfast on Monday. We want to take this opportunity to thank our volunteers for their support this school year. We hope to see you there!
Have a wonderful weekend!
Warm regards,
Keieownna Hightower, Principal
Chrissy Gibbs, Assistant Principal
Message from the health room:All medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than the student dismissal time on the last day of school - June 12, 2024 no later than 2pm. Medication left in the health room after that time will be destroyed. Medication may only be signed out by a parent/guardian. Please call if you have any questions or concerns: 703-913-8810
💪 Let's Finish the School Year Strong!Student attendance at school is important all year long, up to the last day of school. Attendance has an effect on student performance and on school accreditation. See how to:
Learn more about attendance resources.
📈 SOL Scores Posted in SIS ParentVUEFamilies can find Standards of Learning (SOL) reports for spring testing in the SIS ParentVUE Documents section on or before the last day of school. Log in to your ParentVUE account to access the following:
Visit the FCPS website for additional information about spring assessment reporting practices and timelines.
Need help creating a SIS ParentVUE account? This video walks through the steps. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE.
We’ve got an engaging summer planned for your students!
The Career and Technical Education (CTE) office will offer two enrichment camps this summer - Tech Adventure Camp and CTE Summer Academy. For details on the activities we have planned, please read below.
All information can be found on our websites! For Tech Adventure Camp go to bit.ly/FCPS_TAC. For CTE Summer Academy go to bit.ly/FCPS_CSA.
Important Updates:
REGISTRATION WILL OPEN ON THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1st FOR ALL OUR ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS!
GET READY TO REGISTER! USE THE LINKS BELOW 😊
Tech Adventure Camp | CTE Summer Academy
South County Summer StringsExciting news! SoCo Summer Strings is returning this summer! The camp will be hosted at South County Middle School from July 8-19, 8:30am-12:30pm, weekdays only. Camp is open to all rising 5th-9th grade students with at least one year of experience on the violin, viola, cello, or bass. Students will participate in two large ensemble rehearsals, an instrument-specific technique class, and a sectional each day. You can find more information and registration for camp at www.schsorchestra.org/soco-summer-strings. Early registration is from March 1-June 9, so reserve your student’s spot soon!
Register Today for FCPS Summer CampsRegistration for FCPS Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts (IFTA/E-IFTA) camps closes on Friday, June 7. Tuition is waived for students eligible for free and reduced-price meals. Bus transportation is available from select FCPS high schools and middle schools. Learn more about Summer Learning and Fun for Students.
Elementary Institute for the ArtsSummer camps for FCPS Music and Arts!
E-IFTA is a weekly arts camp for students in grades 2-5 who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students take part in four daily classes related to dance, music, theater, and visual art. They work with FCPS fine arts teachers who create fun and engaging classes. Visit the E-IFTA webpage to register.
Volunteers Needed!We are looking for several volunteers to help in the cafeteria. Please use this link to sign up!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094DA5AF2EA6FECF8-volunteer
Mark you calendarsJune 12--6th grade promotion @ 9:30 am
June 12--Last of School--2-hour early release
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Thank youAs this school year ends – and my final term as president – I would like to take a moment to reflect on the past couple of years and thank the Hunt Valley community for all the support received throughout this time.
A few significant highlights:
The return of activities: While activities had been limited due to Covid-19, we were able to bring back onsite activities including after school activities, festivals, book fairs and swaps, movie nights and more.
The growth of new activities: Our PTA chairs brought new activities and wonderful enrichment programs including a sunshine committee that brought you Trunk or Treat and ice skating, health and wellness initiatives, and a spelling bee among other activities.
Support for students and families: The PTA collected food and gift card donations during the winter break for HVES families in need as well as supported students needing financial assistance during the book fair.
Support for the school: The PTA increased our support for teacher reimbursements as well as funds to help pay for buses for field trips.
We hope you have enjoyed the last couple years and have made lasting memories through the family evening events brought to us by the hard work and dedication of our volunteers. These events have become a staple of the Hunt Valley tradition and part of what makes Hunt Valley such a truly special experience.
A great big THANK YOU…
… to our principal, assistant principal, faculty, and staff for wonderful years of learning and enrichment for our children.
…to the custodial staff. Their help during all events on school property is immensely appreciated all year long!
…to our PTA executive board, committee chairs, and class parents for the time and dedication they have brought to this school. Without their volunteer efforts, while also trying to balance family and careers, none of the success of the PTA would be possible.
… to all our PTA members and volunteers for all your support throughout the year.
Finally, congratulations to our sixth-grade families moving up to Irving Middle School! It is a fabulous school, and we wish you the best and much success as you continue your educational journey!
We hope everyone has a restful and enjoyable summer!
Sierra Jones
Save the date for the Hunt Valley Fun RunThe Hunt Valley Fun Run will be held on Saturday, September 7th. More details to come in the fall!
Share your voiceIt's been a pleasure serving you this past year. To continue our successes and work on our areas of improvement, please take a moment to fill out this survey to help the PTA improve services for students, families, and the community. Your feedback will shape PTA discussions with the administration and influence our budget for the 2024-2025 school year. It only takes 5-10 minutes to complete, and as a token of appreciation for completing the survey, your name will be entered into a raffle for a $10 Amazon gift card! While the survey will be open for input all summer, the winner of the raffle will be drawn on June 21 at 10 am, and the gift card will be electronically sent to your email on June 24. Remember to submit your responses before June 21 to qualify for the gift card.
Thank you and enjoy your summer! Complete survey here: https://forms.gle/KuvkN49wwXdH2spL6
Upcoming EventsJune 12 | Last day of school [early release]
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A Message from AdministrationGood afternoon Hunt Valley Families,
It is hard to believe that today is the last day of May! We have several end of year activities planned for our students over the next two weeks. On Tuesday and Wednesday, we will have fireld day in the morning--please see below for additional information.
We want to congradulate our 191 strings students for their performance in the spring concert on Tuesday under the direction of Missy Chappell and Stephanie Lewis. We were blown away by the concert and we are so proud of the hard work and dedication that all our musicians have put in this school year!
We hope that everyone has a wonderful weekend!
Warm regards,
Keieownna Hightower, Principal
Chrissy Gibbs, Assistant Principal
Message from the health room:All medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than the student dismissal time on the last day of school - June 12, 2024 no later than 2pm. Medication left in the health room after that time will be destroyed. Medication may only be signed out by a parent/guardian. Please call if you have any questions or concerns: 703-913-8810
Volunteer AppreciationHave you volunteered this school year in the classroom, library, cafeteria, at the Wellness Fair, during Purple Up, for school photos, in the art room or are you a room parent?
If so, please come celebrate with us on Monday, June 10th at 9:20 am in the SACC room! We will have breakfast foods and treats for all of our volunteers. This event is for adults only.
Please RSVP by June 6th using this link:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094DA5AF2EA6FECF8-49888475-volunteer
School Board Votes to Adopt Fiscal Year 2025 Approved BudgetThe Fairfax County School Board voted to adopt Fairfax County Public Schools’ (FCPS) Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Approved Budget at their last board meeting. The FY 2025 Approved Budget totals $3.7 billion — a net increase of $233.2 million or 6.6% over the previous year.
The FY 2025 Approved Budget focuses on providing educational excellence for all students and ensuring that employees’ hard work and dedication are acknowledged through competitive compensation. Both of these efforts fully align with the FCPS 2023-30 Strategic Plan.
Nearly 86% of the Approved Budget is targeted at instruction. Key budget highlights include funding for a 4% compensation increase for all employees; maintaining existing class size formulas and providing necessary support to all students; and expanding athletics offerings, additional athletic trainers, and enhanced stipends for fine and performing arts.
💪 Let's Finish the School Year Strong!Student attendance at school is important all year long, up to the last day of school. Attendance has an effect on student performance and on school accreditation. See how to:
Learn more about attendance resources.
Student Testing Results Coming SoonLater this month, you will begin receiving your child’s spring assessment results. If you aren’t sure what assessments your child took this year, view this list of tests by grade level on FCPS’ website.
How the results are delivered depends on the test. Scores will be posted in SIS ParentVUE, or sent by mail or from the school or testing organization. Learn what to expect regarding assessment reporting practices and timelines.
Visit FCPS’ website for additional information about student assessments, including what each assessment is testing for and how to interpret the test results. Caregivers should contact their children’s teacher with any testing questions.
📈 New SOL Growth Reports for Grade 3-8 Tests
Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) test results, along with other student data, help demonstrate in which subjects or topics students may need additional academic support.
In order to help interpret SOL results for parents, the Virginia Department of Education has released new Standards of Learning Growth Parent Reports for families of students who took grade 3-8 SOL math and reading tests this spring.
The Growth Parent Report ties together scores from fall and winter Virginia Growth Assessments (VGA) with the student’s current spring SOL results to show their trend in academic progress this year.
Learn how to understand your student’s grade 3-8 SOL results and find resources to support their ongoing learning.Support Your Child’s Success in SIS ParentVUE Signing up for a SIS ParentVUE account helps you to support your child’s academic success. Caregivers can view important information in ParentVUE such as attendance, grades, progress reports, and assessment scores.
Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. A SIS ParentVUE app is available for Apple and Android devices.
Need help creating a SIS ParentVUE account? This video explains the steps. Find out more. To create a new account, please contact Ann Rodriguez, [email protected] for an activation letter.
If you already have an account, be sure your contact information is up-to-date. Parents/guardians can update their phone numbers or email addresses in the Parent/Guardian section. View more information.
We’ve got an engaging summer planned for your students!The Career and Technical Education (CTE) office will offer two enrichment camps this summer - Tech Adventure Camp and CTE Summer Academy. For details on the activities we have planned, please read below.
All information can be found on our websites! For Tech Adventure Camp go to bit.ly/FCPS_TAC. For CTE Summer Academy go to bit.ly/FCPS_CSA.
Important Updates:
REGISTRATION WILL OPEN ON THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1st FOR ALL OUR ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS!
GET READY TO REGISTER! USE THE LINKS BELOW 😊
Tech Adventure Camp | CTE Summer Academy
South County Summer StringsExciting news! SoCo Summer Strings is returning this summer! The camp will be hosted at South County Middle School from July 8-19, 8:30am-12:30pm, weekdays only. Camp is open to all rising 5th-9th grade students with at least one year of experience on the violin, viola, cello, or bass. Students will participate in two large ensemble rehearsals, an instrument-specific technique class, and a sectional each day. You can find more information and registration for camp at www.schsorchestra.org/soco-summer-strings. Early registration is from March 1-June 9, so reserve your student’s spot soon!
Register Today for FCPS Summer CampsRegistration for FCPS Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts (IFTA/E-IFTA) camps closes on Friday, June 7. Tuition is waived for students eligible for free and reduced-price meals. Bus transportation is available from select FCPS high schools and middle schools. Learn more about Summer Learning and Fun for Students.
Elementary Institute for the ArtsSummer camps for FCPS Music and Arts!
E-IFTA is a weekly arts camp for students in grades 2-5 who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students take part in four daily classes related to dance, music, theater, and visual art. They work with FCPS fine arts teachers who create fun and engaging classes. Visit the E-IFTA webpage to register.
Volunteers Needed!We are looking for several volunteers to help in the cafeteria. Please use this link to sign up!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094DA5AF2EA6FECF8-volunteer
Mark you calendarsJune 4 & 5--Field Day
June 12--6th grade promotion @ 9:30 am
June 12--Last of School--2-hour early release
7107 Sydenstricker Rd., Springfield, VA 22152 | Phone: 703.913.8800
Attendance: 703.913.8820 | Web | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram
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Volunteer AppreciationHave you volunteered this school year in the classroom, library, cafeteria, at the Wellness Fair, during Purple Up, for school photos, in the art room or are you a room parent?
If so, please come celebrate with us on Monday, June 10th at 9:20 am in the SACC room! We will have breakfast foods and treats for all of our volunteers. This event is for adults only.
Please RSVP by June 6th using this link:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094DA5AF2EA6FECF8-49888475-volunteer
7107 Sydenstricker Rd., Springfield, VA 22152 | Phone: 703.913.8800
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A Message from AdministrationGood afternoon Hunt Valley Families,
We have had a very eventful week at Hunt Valley! Last Friday, our Spring Fling was a huge success! It was so nice to see so many of our students and families attend this event. We want to thank our PTA for organizing and hosting this fabulous night for our community!
On Wednesday, our 5th and 6th grade chorus and band students performed for the school during the day and for families at night. Both the band and chorus gave wonderful performances and the show was very enjoyable. Thank you to Mrs. Iooss, Mrs. Shumaker, and Mr. Dietz for all their work this year for our music department! We look forward to seeing our strings students perform on Tuesday at West Springfield High School.
Next week we will begin our SOL retakes for reading, math, and science for grades 3-6. Please see the schedule below.
We hope that everyone has a wonderful long weekend!
Warm regards,
Keieownna Hightower, Principal
Chrissy Gibbs, Assistant Principal
All schools and offices will be closed on Monday, May 27, for the Memorial Day holiday. Learn about the history of Memorial Day. See the complete school year calendar.
Student Testing Results Coming SoonLater this month, you will begin receiving your child’s spring assessment results. If you aren’t sure what assessments your child took this year, view this list of tests by grade level on FCPS’ website.
How the results are delivered depends on the test. Scores will be posted in SIS ParentVUE, or sent by mail or from the school or testing organization. Learn what to expect regarding assessment reporting practices and timelines.
Visit FCPS’ website for additional information about student assessments, including what each assessment is testing for and how to interpret the test results. Caregivers should contact their children’s teacher with any testing questions.
📈 New SOL Growth Reports for Grade 3-8 Tests
Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) test results, along with other student data, help demonstrate in which subjects or topics students may need additional academic support.
In order to help interpret SOL results for parents, the Virginia Department of Education has released new Standards of Learning Growth Parent Reports for families of students who took grade 3-8 SOL math and reading tests this spring.
The Growth Parent Report ties together scores from fall and winter Virginia Growth Assessments (VGA) with the student’s current spring SOL results to show their trend in academic progress this year.
Learn how to understand your student’s grade 3-8 SOL results and find resources to support their ongoing learning.Support Your Child’s Success in SIS ParentVUE Signing up for a SIS ParentVUE account helps you to support your child’s academic success. Caregivers can view important information in ParentVUE such as attendance, grades, progress reports, and assessment scores.
Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. A SIS ParentVUE app is available for Apple and Android devices.
Need help creating a SIS ParentVUE account? This video explains the steps. Find out more. To create a new account, please contact Ann Rodriguez, [email protected] for an activation letter.
If you already have an account, be sure your contact information is up-to-date. Parents/guardians can update their phone numbers or email addresses in the Parent/Guardian section. View more information.
We’ve got an engaging summer planned for your students!The Career and Technical Education (CTE) office will offer two enrichment camps this summer - Tech Adventure Camp and CTE Summer Academy. For details on the activities we have planned, please read below.
All information can be found on our websites! For Tech Adventure Camp go to bit.ly/FCPS_TAC. For CTE Summer Academy go to bit.ly/FCPS_CSA.
Important Updates:
REGISTRATION WILL OPEN ON THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1st FOR ALL OUR ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS!
GET READY TO REGISTER! USE THE LINKS BELOW 😊
Tech Adventure Camp | CTE Summer Academy
South County Summer StringsExciting news! SoCo Summer Strings is returning this summer! The camp will be hosted at South County Middle School from July 8-19, 8:30am-12:30pm, weekdays only. Camp is open to all rising 5th-9th grade students with at least one year of experience on the violin, viola, cello, or bass. Students will participate in two large ensemble rehearsals, an instrument-specific technique class, and a sectional each day. You can find more information and registration for camp at www.schsorchestra.org/soco-summer-strings. Early registration is from March 1-June 9, so reserve your student’s spot soon!
Register Today for FCPS Summer CampsRegistration for FCPS Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts (IFTA/E-IFTA) camps closes on Friday, June 7. Tuition is waived for students eligible for free and reduced-price meals. Bus transportation is available from select FCPS high schools and middle schools. Learn more about Summer Learning and Fun for Students.
📝 Tutor.com Can Help With More Than HomeworkTutor.com offers more than help with homework! This on-demand tutoring service also provides a comprehensive range of resources including exam prep for AP, SAT, and ACT tests at no cost to families.
Students can take practice quizzes at any time. If they struggle in particular areas, they can immediately connect to a live tutor for help through voice or chat options. Learn more on the FCPS Tutor.com webpage.
Free Resources for FamiliesDid you know that caregivers can access free webinars, confidential consultations, a lending library, and resources to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities?
Learn more about FCPS’ Family Resource Center (FRC).
Be the first to learn about new workshops by signing up for the FRC newsletter.
Elementary Institute for the ArtsSummer camps for FCPS Music and Arts!
E-IFTA is a weekly arts camp for students in grades 2-5 who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students take part in four daily classes related to dance, music, theater, and visual art. They work with FCPS fine arts teachers who create fun and engaging classes. Visit the E-IFTA webpage to register.
Volunteers Needed!We are looking for several volunteers to help in the cafeteria. Please use this link to sign up!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094DA5AF2EA6FECF8-volunteer
Mark you calendarsMay 27--Memorial Day--School Closed
May 28--Strings Concert @ West Springfield HS 6:30-7:15
June 4 & 5--Field Day
June 12--Last of School--2-hour early release
7107 Sydenstricker Rd., Springfield, VA 22152 | Phone: 703.913.8800
Attendance: 703.913.8820 | Web | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram
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Field Day is back…and we need your helpField day will take place on Tuesday 6/4 (grades K-3) and Wednesday 6/5 (grades 4-6). Please see three separate sign-up genius links below. We are looking for volunteers to work the field day stations, as well as a few canopy/tents for shade and some corn hole sets (grades 4-6). If you have any questions, please contact Dianna Carr at [email protected]
Also, the PTA will be donating the remaining concessions (bottled water and capri sun juice boxes) from Spring Fling to the Field Day water station for the volunteers and kids. Let's stay hydrated!
Field Day Volunteer Sign-up Grades K-1 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409094BAAA92EA4FC1-49554545-hunt#/
Field Day Volunteer Sign-up Grades 2-3 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409094BAAA92EA4FC1-49559868-hunt#/
Field Day Volunteer Sign-up Grades 4-6 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409094BAAA92EA4FC1-49559899-hunt#/
Spring Fling was a GLOWING Success!The PTA is thrilled to announce that the Spring Fling event was a HUGE success with about 900+ attendees and we raised almost $10,000! The proceeds will contribute towards student enrichment activities such as field trips, assemblies, school and community programs, and more.
A heartfelt THANK YOU to our dedicated volunteers, including room parents, teachers, and the administration, that made this event possible.
This event couldn't be made possible without our amazing Spring Fling Chairs Katie Arberg and Iris Stoyanov for their exceptional efforts and our PTA Treasurer Suvidha Arrawatia managing all the money and transactions.
We want to extend our gratitude to the local community businesses (some are owned by HV Parents) that generously donated items for our silent auction baskets:
To the winners of the silent auction, enjoy your baskets and special experiences!
We're looking forward to the next event. If you have any suggestions and ideas about the Spring Fling, please complete the feedback form.
2024-2025 executive boardStarting July 1, the current PTA board will transition leadership to our newly elected board.
Say hello to your 2024-2025 PTA executive board:
President: Iris Stoyanov
Vice presidents: Anusilan Sherpa and Suzanne Dickey
Treasurer: Louay Youssef
Secretary: Noha Mostafa
Congratulations!
Upcoming EventsMay 27 | Student holiday [Memorial Day]
June 12 | Last day of school [early release]
Connect with us!7107 Sydenstricker Rd., Springfield, VA 22152 | Phone: 703.913.8800
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A Message from AdministrationGood afternoon Hunt Valley Families,
We are excited for our Spring Fling tonight! There are several activities planned including carnival games, obstacle course, face painting, cupcake walk, a live DJ and the night will end with a glowstick dance party. There will be several food options available. Please be sure to check out the silent auction in the gym--there are tons of awesome baskets to choose from tonight! We are looking forward to seeing families there.
We hope that everyone has a wonderful weekend!
Warm regards,
Keieownna Hightower, Principal
Chrissy Gibbs, Assistant Principal
Parent input for class placement--Last Day!As the 2023-2024 school year comes to an end we are in the process of planning for next school year. One of our important tasks is to determine class placements for the 2024-2025 school year. Our school staff works collaboratively to plan teacher and student assignments. A variety of factors such as student personalities, friendships, and academics are considered as we create new classes.
Hunt Valley families have an option to assist in placements by providing insights about their child(ren). Please be mindful of the following:
The deadline for any correspondence regarding the next school year is Friday, May 17th via this Google form
We’ve got an engaging summer planned for your students!The Career and Technical Education (CTE) office will offer two enrichment camps this summer - Tech Adventure Camp and CTE Summer Academy. For details on the activities we have planned, please read below.
All information can be found on our websites! For Tech Adventure Camp go to bit.ly/FCPS_TAC. For CTE Summer Academy go to bit.ly/FCPS_CSA.
Important Updates:
REGISTRATION WILL OPEN ON THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1st FOR ALL OUR ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS!
GET READY TO REGISTER! USE THE LINKS BELOW 😊
Tech Adventure Camp | CTE Summer Academy
South County Summer StringsExciting news! SoCo Summer Strings is returning this summer! The camp will be hosted at South County Middle School from July 8-19, 8:30am-12:30pm, weekdays only. Camp is open to all rising 5th-9th grade students with at least one year of experience on the violin, viola, cello, or bass. Students will participate in two large ensemble rehearsals, an instrument-specific technique class, and a sectional each day. You can find more information and registration for camp at www.schsorchestra.org/soco-summer-strings. Early registration is from March 1-June 9, so reserve your student’s spot soon!
Register Today for FCPS Summer CampsRegistration for FCPS Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts (IFTA/E-IFTA) camps closes on Friday, June 7. Tuition is waived for students eligible for free and reduced-price meals. Bus transportation is available from select FCPS high schools and middle schools. Learn more about Summer Learning and Fun for Students.
📝 Tutor.com Can Help With More Than HomeworkTutor.com offers more than help with homework! This on-demand tutoring service also provides a comprehensive range of resources including exam prep for AP, SAT, and ACT tests at no cost to families.
Students can take practice quizzes at any time. If they struggle in particular areas, they can immediately connect to a live tutor for help through voice or chat options. Learn more on the FCPS Tutor.com webpage.
Free Resources for FamiliesDid you know that caregivers can access free webinars, confidential consultations, a lending library, and resources to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities?
Learn more about FCPS’ Family Resource Center (FRC).
Be the first to learn about new workshops by signing up for the FRC newsletter.
Elementary Institute for the ArtsSummer camps for FCPS Music and Arts!
E-IFTA is a weekly arts camp for students in grades 2-5 who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students take part in four daily classes related to dance, music, theater, and visual art. They work with FCPS fine arts teachers who create fun and engaging classes. Visit the E-IFTA webpage to register.
Volunteers Needed!We are looking for several volunteers to help in the cafeteria. Please use this link to sign up!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094DA5AF2EA6FECF8-volunteer
Mark you calendarsMay 17--Spring Fling
May 22--Band and Chorus Concert @ Hunt Valley
May 27--Memorial Day--School Closed
May 28--Strings Concert @ West Springfield HS 6:30-7:15
June 4 & 5--Field Day
7107 Sydenstricker Rd., Springfield, VA 22152 | Phone: 703.913.8800
Attendance: 703.913.8820 | Web | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram
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Hello Hunt Valley Community,
Tomorrow, Friday, May 17th is our Spring Fling. The Spring Fling will happen rain or shine. If we are fortunate enough to have good weather, we will hold the event outside. Should it rain, we will hold parts of the event inside the school building. The PTA has planned an exciting event filled with games, face painting, dancing, food, and more. Please be sure to come out and join the fun. Spring Fling hours are 5:30-8:30, and we ask that all children be accompanied by an adult.
In addition to the family fun and food, there will be a silent auction. The PTA presents to you the lineup of AMAZING gift baskets (generously donated by HV families) with offerings of special experiences donated by the HVES Staff. All proceeds go to the PTA to support the school, students, and community.
We look forward to seeing everyone this Friday for an evening of fun with family and friends.
Connect with us!7107 Sydenstricker Rd., Springfield, VA 22152 | Phone: 703.913.8800
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A Message from AdministrationGood afternoon Hunt Valley Families,
It was a wonderful week celebrating our staff! We are so fortunate to have such hard-working, dedicated, and caring staff members here at Hunt Valley. We are so appreciative of each one of you!
We are sending a HUGE thank you to our PTA and parents for all the planning, organizing, implementation and donations/contributions that you made to make Staff Appreciation week so unforgettable! You spoiled us with all the food, treats and extras and made us feel so special!
On Wednesday, May 8th, 2024, 74 students biked to school, 174 walked to school, and 17 rolled to school for a total of 265 students, in support of National Walk, Bike, & Roll Day! Great job Hunt Valley!
In this week's News You Choose there is information about parent input for class placement, Spring Fling information, summer opportunities and more!
We hope that everyone has a wonderful weekend!
Warm regards,
Keieownna Hightower, Principal
Chrissy Gibbs, Assistant Principal
Parent input for class placementAs the 2023-2024 school year comes to an end we are in the process of planning for next school year. One of our important tasks is to determine class placements for the 2024-2025 school year. Our school staff works collaboratively to plan teacher and student assignments. A variety of factors such as student personalities, friendships, and academics are considered as we create new classes.
Hunt Valley families have an option to assist in placements by providing insights about their child(ren). Please be mindful of the following:
The deadline for any correspondence regarding the next school year is Friday, May 17th via this Google form
We’ve got an engaging summer planned for your students!The Career and Technical Education (CTE) office will offer two enrichment camps this summer - Tech Adventure Camp and CTE Summer Academy. For details on the activities we have planned, please read below.
All information can be found on our websites! For Tech Adventure Camp go to bit.ly/FCPS_TAC. For CTE Summer Academy go to bit.ly/FCPS_CSA.
Important Updates:
REGISTRATION WILL OPEN ON THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1st FOR ALL OUR ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS!
GET READY TO REGISTER! USE THE LINKS BELOW 😊
Tech Adventure Camp | CTE Summer Academy
South County Summer StringsExciting news! SoCo Summer Strings is returning this summer! The camp will be hosted at South County Middle School from July 8-19, 8:30am-12:30pm, weekdays only. Camp is open to all rising 5th-9th grade students with at least one year of experience on the violin, viola, cello, or bass. Students will participate in two large ensemble rehearsals, an instrument-specific technique class, and a sectional each day. You can find more information and registration for camp at www.schsorchestra.org/soco-summer-strings. Early registration is from March 1-June 9, so reserve your student’s spot soon!
Register Today for FCPS Summer CampsRegistration for FCPS Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts (IFTA/E-IFTA) camps closes on Friday, June 7. Tuition is waived for students eligible for free and reduced-price meals. Bus transportation is available from select FCPS high schools and middle schools. Learn more about Summer Learning and Fun for Students.
📝 Tutor.com Can Help With More Than HomeworkTutor.com offers more than help with homework! This on-demand tutoring service also provides a comprehensive range of resources including exam prep for AP, SAT, and ACT tests at no cost to families.
Students can take practice quizzes at any time. If they struggle in particular areas, they can immediately connect to a live tutor for help through voice or chat options. Learn more on the FCPS Tutor.com webpage.
Free Resources for FamiliesDid you know that caregivers can access free webinars, confidential consultations, a lending library, and resources to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities?
Learn more about FCPS’ Family Resource Center (FRC).
Be the first to learn about new workshops by signing up for the FRC newsletter.
Elementary Institute for the ArtsIFTA and E-IFTA are weekly arts camps for students in grades 2-11. E-IFTA is for elementary students who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. IFTA allows older students to select from nearly 90 classes in art, dance, health and physical education, music, and theater. Visit the IFTA webpage or E-IFTA webpage to register.
Volunteers Needed!We are looking for several volunteers to help in the cafeteria. Please use this link to sign up!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094DA5AF2EA6FECF8-volunteer
Mark you calendarsMay 15--PTA meeting @ 6:30 pm
May 17--Spring Fling
May 22--Band and Chorus Concert @ Hunt Valley
May 27--Memorial Day--School Closed
May 28--Strings Concert @ West Springfield HS 6:30-7:15
June 4 & 5--Field Day
7107 Sydenstricker Rd., Springfield, VA 22152 | Phone: 703.913.8800
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A Message from AdministrationGood afternoon Hunt Valley Families,
It was a warm and busy week here at Hunt Valley! Last Sunday, students and parents came out to the West Springfield Pyramid Challenge at Irving Middle School. Our students showed determination, sportsmanship, and resilience as they ran either a one-half mile or a mile. Hamilton the Hawk ran against the other mascots and came in third place! Congratulations to all of the participants and thank you to our PTA Wellness Committe for their help in organizing this event!
Next week, we will celebrate our fabulous staff during Staff Appreciation Week. We are in awe of our staff each day! They work tirelessly to support our students, staff, and each other. We are so appreciative for everything that you do, and we hope that you enjoy the treats provided by the PTA and families!
Wednesday, May 8th is Walk or Roll to school day! This day celebrates the benefits of walking and bicycling. If your child will participate by walking or rolling to school, please make sure that they have a safe route to and from school. We will continue to have our crossing guard on Sydenstricker, but we are not able to offer crossing guards at any other locations. Make sure that students wear a helmet and have a lock for their bike.
In this week's News You Choose there is information about parent input for class placement, Spring Fling information, summer opportunities and more!
We hope that everyone has a wonderful weekend!
Warm regards,
Keieownna Hightower, Principal
Chrissy Gibbs, Assistant Principal
Parent input for class placementAs the 2023-2024 school year comes to an end we are in the process of planning for next school year. One of our important tasks is to determine class placements for the 2024-2025 school year. Our school staff works collaboratively to plan teacher and student assignments. A variety of factors such as student personalities, friendships, and academics are considered as we create new classes.
Hunt Valley families have an option to assist in placements by providing insights about their child(ren). Please be mindful of the following:
The deadline for any correspondence regarding the next school year is Friday, May 17th via this Google form
We’ve got an engaging summer planned for your students!The Career and Technical Education (CTE) office will offer two enrichment camps this summer - Tech Adventure Camp and CTE Summer Academy. For details on the activities we have planned, please read below.
All information can be found on our websites! For Tech Adventure Camp go to bit.ly/FCPS_TAC. For CTE Summer Academy go to bit.ly/FCPS_CSA.
Important Updates:
REGISTRATION WILL OPEN ON THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1st FOR ALL OUR ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS!
GET READY TO REGISTER! USE THE LINKS BELOW 😊
Tech Adventure Camp | CTE Summer Academy
South County Summer StringsExciting news! SoCo Summer Strings is returning this summer! The camp will be hosted at South County Middle School from July 8-19, 8:30am-12:30pm, weekdays only. Camp is open to all rising 5th-9th grade students with at least one year of experience on the violin, viola, cello, or bass. Students will participate in two large ensemble rehearsals, an instrument-specific technique class, and a sectional each day. You can find more information and registration for camp at www.schsorchestra.org/soco-summer-strings. Early registration is from March 1-June 9, so reserve your student’s spot soon!
A special reminder about the tuition waiver. Fairfax County Public School students receiving Free and Reduced Meals, there are a select number of tuition waivers available. To receive the waiver, students must have a Consent to Share form on file with FCPS. Parents can find the Consent to Share forms on the FCPS Food and Nutrition website (https://www.fcps.edu/frm). Parents can also share the benefits during the online application process.
📝 Tutor.com Can Help With More Than HomeworkTutor.com offers more than help with homework! This on-demand tutoring service also provides a comprehensive range of resources including exam prep for AP, SAT, and ACT tests at no cost to families.
Students can take practice quizzes at any time. If they struggle in particular areas, they can immediately connect to a live tutor for help through voice or chat options. Learn more on the FCPS Tutor.com webpage.
Free Resources for FamiliesDid you know that caregivers can access free webinars, confidential consultations, a lending library, and resources to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities?
Learn more about FCPS’ Family Resource Center (FRC).
Be the first to learn about new workshops by signing up for the FRC newsletter.
Elementary Institute for the ArtsIFTA and E-IFTA are weekly arts camps for students in grades 2-11. E-IFTA is for elementary students who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. IFTA allows older students to select from nearly 90 classes in art, dance, health and physical education, music, and theater. Visit the IFTA webpage or E-IFTA webpage to register.
Volunteers Needed!We are looking for several volunteers to help in the cafeteria. Please use this link to sign up!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094DA5AF2EA6FECF8-volunteer
Mark you calendarsMay 15--PTA meeting @ 6:30 pm
May 22--Band and Chorus Concert @ Hunt Valley
May 28--Strings Concert @ West Springfield HS 6:30-7:15
7107 Sydenstricker Rd., Springfield, VA 22152 | Phone: 703.913.8800
Attendance: 703.913.8820 | Web | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram
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Teacher Appreciation WeekTeacher Appreciation Week - the PTA needs your support
Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week starts next week – May 6-10 – and we will celebrate that Hunt Valley has the best teachers in the world! with a week of exciting adventures, including an in-flight make your own trail mix bar and travel to the top of the world ice cream bar.
Parents will also have the opportunity to volunteer during recess.
We still have a ton of available spots- – Monday thru Friday – not only for recess volunteers but also items.
To make it a success, the PTA needs your help.
Please consider donating by visiting HVES Executive Board: Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week 2024 (signupgenius.com).
It’s election seasonInterested in joining the Hunt Valley Community as an elected committee member?
Election season is here and the Hunt Valley PTA is looking for its next elected officials. If you are interested in running for one of the four positions – president, treasurer, secretary, or vice president, please reach out to Casey Trull at [email protected].
Get ready to partyOn Friday May 17, the PTA is holding a Spring Fling fundraising event from 5:30 to 8:30. There will be many carnival games available to play, as well as big, fun, inflatables like obstacle courses. This is going to be a super fun event! There will be a DJ, cupcake walk, and the night will end with a glowlight dance party.
Wristbands are $10 and include a coupon redeemable for one concession item of choice – slice of pizza, drink, or bag of chips. Food trucks will be on site and pizza will also be available for purchase by the slice. Glowsticks will be provided for purchase also. Be sure to check out the silent auction where you can bid on themed baskets that each classroom is going to work on putting together. Your room parent or teacher will be reaching out to you with more information on that.
Funds from this event will go back to the PTA and help support educational enrichment opportunities for our students and offer important and valued experiences like field trips, and more. The PTA cannot function without the help of parents and we can't wait to see you there!
To buy wristbands, visit Givebacks (memberhub.com). Wristbands will also be available onsite for $15.
If you have any questions, please reach out to [email protected]
Upcoming EventsMay 3 | Student holiday
May 6-10 | Teacher and staff appreciation week
May 15 | PTA meeting at 6:30 p.m. in the school library
May 27 | Student holiday [Memorial Day]
June 12 | Last day of school [early release]
Connect with us!7107 Sydenstricker Rd., Springfield, VA 22152 | Phone: 703.913.8800
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A Message from AdministrationGood afternoon Hunt Valley Families,
We had a wonderful turnout at our yearly Earth Day Event on Saturday. Thank you to our fabulous SCA, Go to Green Club and community volunteers for organizing and implementing activities and learning opportunities for our students.
On Sunday, Hunt Valley will participate in the West Springfield Pyramid Challenge at Irving Middle School! The weather should be nice and warm for this event. If you were not able to register, you can still come out and cheer on our Hawks!
SOL testing will start next week for grades 3-6. Please see the schedule below for specific dates and grade levels.
In this week's News You Choose there is information about parent input for class placement, SEL screener result information, Spring Fling information and more!
We hope that everyone has a wonderful weekend!
Warm regards,
Keieownna Hightower, Principal
Chrissy Gibbs, Assistant Principal
Parent input for class placementAs the 2023-2024 school year comes to an end we are in the process of planning for next school year. One of our important tasks is to determine class placements for the 2024-2025 school year. Our school staff works collaboratively to plan teacher and student assignments. A variety of factors such as student personalities, friendships, and academics are considered as we create new classes.
Hunt Valley families have an option to assist in placements by providing insights about their child(ren). Please be mindful of the following:
The deadline for any correspondence regarding the next school year is Friday, May 17th via this Google form
Parent Information Phone Lines Available in Eight LanguagesParents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.
Social and Emotional Learning Screener Results Coming SoonFCPS students in grades 3-12 took the Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener during March, providing updated information on skills such as achieving goals, understanding and managing emotions, establishing and maintaining relationships with adults and peers, and making responsible decisions. The SEL Screener also helps students evaluate their school community’s efforts to make them feel valued, included, and supported.
In late April, individual student SEL Screener results will be available for families in the Documents section of SIS ParentVUE. For families who do not have an active ParentVUE account, results will be sent via postal mail.
Get more information about the screener on the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage. For support in understanding your individual student’s results or ideas on how to support them at home, please review the Family Guide or contact your student’s counselor.
We’ve got an engaging summer planned for your students!The Career and Technical Education (CTE) office will offer two enrichment camps this summer - Tech Adventure Camp and CTE Summer Academy. For details on the activities we have planned, please read below.
All information can be found on our websites! For Tech Adventure Camp go to bit.ly/FCPS_TAC. For CTE Summer Academy go to bit.ly/FCPS_CSA.
Important Updates:
REGISTRATION WILL OPEN ON THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1st FOR ALL OUR ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS!
GET READY TO REGISTER! USE THE LINKS BELOW 😊
Tech Adventure Camp | CTE Summer Academy
A special reminder about the tuition waiver. Fairfax County Public School students receiving Free and Reduced Meals, there are a select number of tuition waivers available. To receive the waiver, students must have a Consent to Share form on file with FCPS. Parents can find the Consent to Share forms on the FCPS Food and Nutrition website (https://www.fcps.edu/frm). Parents can also share the benefits during the online application process.
📝 Tutor.com Can Help With More Than HomeworkTutor.com offers more than help with homework! This on-demand tutoring service also provides a comprehensive range of resources including exam prep for AP, SAT, and ACT tests at no cost to families.
Students can take practice quizzes at any time. If they struggle in particular areas, they can immediately connect to a live tutor for help through voice or chat options. Learn more on the FCPS Tutor.com webpage.
Free Resources for FamiliesDid you know that caregivers can access free webinars, confidential consultations, a lending library, and resources to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities?
Learn more about FCPS’ Family Resource Center (FRC).
Be the first to learn about new workshops by signing up for the FRC newsletter.
Elementary Institute for the ArtsIFTA and E-IFTA are weekly arts camps for students in grades 2-11. E-IFTA is for elementary students who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. IFTA allows older students to select from nearly 90 classes in art, dance, health and physical education, music, and theater. Visit the IFTA webpage or E-IFTA webpage to register.
Volunteers Needed!We are looking for several volunteers to help in the cafeteria. Please use this link to sign up!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094DA5AF2EA6FECF8-volunteer
Mark you calendarsApril 28--West Springfield Pyramid Challenge
May 3--Teacher Workday/NO School for Students
May 15--PTA meeting @ 6:30 pm
May 22--Band and Chorus Concert @ Hunt Valley
May 28--Strings Concert @ West Springfield HS 6:30-7:15
7107 Sydenstricker Rd., Springfield, VA 22152 | Phone: 703.913.8800
Attendance: 703.913.8820 | Web | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram
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Teacher Appreciation WeekThe PTA has traveled the world only to realize that Hunt Valley has the best teachers in the world!
For Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week – May 6-10 – we will celebrate that fact with a week of exciting adventures, including an in-flight make your own trail mix bar and travel to the top of the world ice cream bar.
To make it a success, the PTA could use your help, not only with donations of items, but also donations of time.
Please consider donating by visiting HVES Executive Board: Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week 2024 (signupgenius.com).
It’s election seasonInterested in joining the Hunt Valley Community as an elected committee member?
Election season is here and the Hunt Valley PTA is looking for its next elected officials. If you are interested in running for one of the four positions – president, treasurer, secretary, or vice president, please reach out to Casey Trull at [email protected]
Wellness cornerThe Pyramid Challenge is coming up this Sunday, April 28, but volunteers are still needed, including some key positions like parking guides, adult lead check-in volunteers (specifically for the 1-3 p.m. slot), runners, course monitors, and sign holders. Here's the link to the volunteer sign-up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B4DAEA82BA5FC1-48455466-2024#/.
Finally, we are still accepting donations to help offset the cost of holding the Pyramid Challenge. If you are interested in making a monetary donation, you can do so here: https://rvespta.ptboard.com/formvw?store=4145&form=8 (note this is on the RVES PTA's website simply because they handle all expenses and revenue for the event).
Get ready to partyOn Friday May 17, the PTA is holding a Spring Fling fundraising event from 5:30 to 8:30. There will be many carnival games available to play, as well as big, fun, inflatables like obstacle courses. This is going to be a super fun event! There will be a DJ, cupcake walk, and the night will end with a glowlight dance party.
Wristbands are $10 and include a coupon redeemable for one concession item of choice – slice of pizza, drink, or bag of chips. Food trucks will be on site and pizza will also be available for purchase by the slice. Glowsticks will be provided for purchase also. Be sure to check out the silent auction where you can bid on themed baskets that each classroom is going to work on putting together. Your room parent or teacher will be reaching out to you with more information on that.
Funds from this event will go back to the PTA and help support educational enrichment opportunities for our students and offer important and valued experiences like field trips, and more. The PTA cannot function without the help of parents and we can't wait to see you there!
To buy wristbands, visit Givebacks (memberhub.com). Wristbands will also be available onsite for $15.
If you have any questions, please reach out to [email protected]
Upcoming EventsMay 3 | Student holiday
May 6-10 | Teacher and staff appreciation week
May 15 | PTA meeting at 6:30 p.m. in the school library
May 27 | Student holiday [Memorial Day]
June 12 | Last day of school [early release]
Connect with us!7107 Sydenstricker Rd., Springfield, VA 22152 | Phone: 703.913.8800
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A Message from AdministrationGood afternoon Hunt Valley Families,
This week our community came together to celebrate our military connected students! Our students and staff participated in spirit days this week. We had parents come to volunteer at recess and supported organized recess activities including the parachute, bubbles, corn hole, chalk, and mini obstacle courses. A few of our students said that "this was the best recess ever"! Mr. Sands serenaded our students at arrival and played a medley of military songs.
We wanted to thank all our parents and staff for their support this week. A huge shout out to Mrs. Berry, Mrs. Woodside, Mrs. Miller, and Mrs. Youssef for all their time and effort to organize this week for our students.
Unfortunately, due to the weather, our Movie Night is postponed but we hope that everyone will be able to join us tomorrow morning for our Earth Day event at 9:00 am.
We hope that everyone has a wonderful weekend!
Warm regards,
Keieownna Hightower, Principal
Chrissy Gibbs, Assistant Principal
Movie Night PostponedDue to weather concerns, tonight’s Screen on the Green has been postponed.
If you preordered pizza, we will be in touch about refunding you.
Please stay tuned for rescheduled information coming soon.
Parent input for class placement
As the 2023-2024 school year comes to an end we are in the process of planning for next school year. One of our important tasks is to determine class placements for the 2024-2025 school year. Our school staff works collaboratively to plan teacher and student assignments. A variety of factors such as student personalities, friendships, and academics are considered as we create new classes.
Hunt Valley families have an option to assist in placements by providing insights about their child(ren). Please be mindful of the following:
The deadline for any correspondence regarding the next school year is Friday, May 17th via this Google form
Social and Emotional Learning Screener Results Coming SoonFCPS students in grades 3-12 took the Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener during March, providing updated information on skills such as achieving goals, understanding and managing emotions, establishing and maintaining relationships with adults and peers, and making responsible decisions. The SEL Screener also helps students evaluate their school community’s efforts to make them feel valued, included, and supported.
In late April, individual student SEL Screener results will be available for families in the Documents section of SIS ParentVUE. For families who do not have an active ParentVUE account, results will be sent via postal mail.
Get more information about the screener on the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage. For support in understanding your individual student’s results or ideas on how to support them at home, please review the Family Guide or contact your student’s counselor.
We’ve got an engaging summer planned for your students!The Career and Technical Education (CTE) office will offer two enrichment camps this summer - Tech Adventure Camp and CTE Summer Academy. For details on the activities we have planned, please read below.
All information can be found on our websites! For Tech Adventure Camp go to bit.ly/FCPS_TAC. For CTE Summer Academy go to bit.ly/FCPS_CSA.
Important Updates:
REGISTRATION WILL OPEN ON THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1st FOR ALL OUR ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS!
GET READY TO REGISTER! USE THE LINKS BELOW 😊
Tech Adventure Camp | CTE Summer Academy
A special reminder about the tuition waiver. Fairfax County Public School students receiving Free and Reduced Meals, there are a select number of tuition waivers available. To receive the waiver, students must have a Consent to Share form on file with FCPS. Parents can find the Consent to Share forms on the FCPS Food and Nutrition website (https://www.fcps.edu/frm). Parents can also share the benefits during the online application process.
📝 Tutor.com Can Help With More Than HomeworkTutor.com offers more than help with homework! This on-demand tutoring service also provides a comprehensive range of resources including exam prep for AP, SAT, and ACT tests at no cost to families.
Students can take practice quizzes at any time. If they struggle in particular areas, they can immediately connect to a live tutor for help through voice or chat options. Learn more on the FCPS Tutor.com webpage.
Free Resources for FamiliesDid you know that caregivers can access free webinars, confidential consultations, a lending library, and resources to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities?
Learn more about FCPS’ Family Resource Center (FRC).
Be the first to learn about new workshops by signing up for the FRC newsletter.
Elementary Institute for the ArtsIFTA and E-IFTA are weekly arts camps for students in grades 2-11. E-IFTA is for elementary students who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. IFTA allows older students to select from nearly 90 classes in art, dance, health and physical education, music, and theater. Visit the IFTA webpage or E-IFTA webpage to register.
Volunteers Needed!We are looking for several volunteers to help in the cafeteria. Please use this link to sign up!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094DA5AF2EA6FECF8-volunteer
Mark you calendarsApril 20--Earth Day Event @ 9:00 am
April 28--West Springfield Pyramid Challenge
May 3--Teacher Workday/NO School for Students
May 15--PTA meeting @ 6:30 pm
May 22--Band and Chorus Concert @ Hunt Valley
May 28--Strings Concert @ West Springfield HS 6:30-7:15
7107 Sydenstricker Rd., Springfield, VA 22152 | Phone: 703.913.8800
Attendance: 703.913.8820 | Web | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram
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Movie Night is this FridayWe can’t wait to see everyone this Friday for movie night – our last of the year…and it will be a screen on the green!
On Friday, April 19, the Hunt Valley PTA will host an outdoor movie night featuring “The Super Mario Brothers.”
The ‘doors’ open at 7:45 p.m. with the movie starting at 8 p.m.
RSVP: While there is no fee to attend, please RSVP at Hunt Valley Elementary School: Outdoor Movie Night (signupgenius.com).
Volunteer: We can also use some volunteers to make this night a success. Please consider volunteering at Hunt Valley Elementary School: Outdoor Movie Night Volunteers (signupgenius.com)
Preorder pizza: Preorder a large pie, either cheese or pepperoni, for $20. You can sign up and purchase it here: https://huntvalleypta.memberhub.com/store/items/1016120.
It’s election seasonInterested in joining the Hunt Valley Community as an elected committee member?
Election season is here and the Hunt Valley PTA is looking for its next elected officials. If you are interested in running for one of the four positions – president, treasurer, secretary, or vice president, please reach out to Sierra Jones at [email protected].
Wellness cornerThe Wellness Fair was a huge success! Thank you to everyone who attended and helped volunteer. We raised over $200 towards field trip buses. All of the prizes were generously donated by our sponsors and have been announced and delivered to the winners.
The Pyramid Challenge is coming up next Sunday, April 28. Registration is closed for this event, but we still are in need of many volunteers. Some key positions include: Parking guides, adult lead check-in volunteers (specifically for the 1-3 p.m. slot), runners, course monitors, and sign holders. Here's the link to the volunteer sign-up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B4DAEA82BA5FC1-48455466-2024#/.
Finally, we are still accepting donations to help offset the cost of holding the Pyramid Challenge. If you are interested in making a monetary donation, you can do so here: https://rvespta.ptboard.com/formvw?store=4145&form=8 (note this is on the RVES PTA's website simply because they handle all expenses and revenue for the event).
Teacher and Staff Appreciation WeekTeacher and Staff Appreciation Week is coming up May 6-10. Our theme for this year is Around the World. More details will come out in the next week so stay tuned to see how you can support our Hunt Valley teachers – the best in all the world!
Get ready to partyOn Friday May 17, the PTA is holding a Spring Fling fundraising event from 5:30 to 8:30 pm. There will be many carnival games available to play, as well as big, fun, inflatables like obstacle courses. This is going to be a super fun event! There will be a DJ, cupcake walk, and the night will end with a glowlight dance party.
Wristbands are $10 and include a coupon redeemable for one concession item of choice – slice of pizza, drink, or bag of chips. Food trucks will be on site and pizza will also be available for purchase by the slice. Glowsticks will be provided for purchase also. Be sure to check out the silent auction where you can bid on themed baskets that each classroom is going to work on putting together. Your room parent or teacher will be reaching out to you with more information on that.
Funds from this event will go back to the PTA and help support educational enrichment opportunities for our students and offer important and valued experiences like field trips, and more. The PTA cannot function without the help of parents and we can't wait to see you there!
To buy wristbands, visit Givebacks (memberhub.com). Wristbands will also be available onsite for $15.
If you have any questions, please reach out to [email protected]
Upcoming EventsApril 19 | Screen on the green
May 3 | Student holiday
May 6-10 | Teacher and staff appreciation week
May 15 | PTA meeting at 6:30 p.m. in the school library
May 27 | Student holiday [Memorial Day]
June 12 | Last day of school [early release]
Connect with us!7107 Sydenstricker Rd., Springfield, VA 22152 | Phone: 703.913.8800
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Tonight is Spirit Night at Panera! Spirit Night at PaneraAre you still recovering from spring break and need a break from cooking? How about heading over to Panera Bread on Tuesday, April 16 between 4-8 p.m. and support our school for spirit night! Mark your calendars and spread the word.
Flyers were sent home. Show the flyer or mention Hunt Valley Elementary school when ordering in person or use code “FUND4U” during checkout for online ordering.
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A Message from AdministrationGood afternoon Hunt Valley Families,
We had a short but busy week! On Monday, many of our students enjoyed viewing the lunar eclipse. Last night was our second annual Wellness Fair. It was great to see our families and community members gather to learn and share about healthy choices and movement. Thank you to the Wellness Committee and PTA for organizing such a wonderful event!
April is the Month of the Military Child! Every year we take the opportunity to recognize military-connected youth for their service and contribution to our community. Fairfax County Public Schools is proud to have over 14,000 military-connected youth as a part of our student body. We appreciate the varied life experiences they bring to our school community and recognize their strength and resilience. Learn more about Month of the Military Child and FCPS’ resources for military families. Next week is Purple Up Week and we will have several spirit days and activities at school to celebrate!
One way we are celebrating is by implementing a school-wide project-Bookmark Buddies in honor of April’s Month of the Military Child.
Next week, your child will be provided with a blank bookmark by their teachers and will be invited to decorate it in some positive, school-appropriate way to represent and/or celebrate the military. Students may choose how they decorate it and are encouraged to be creative. Then, students will be offered a voluntary opportunity to trade their bookmark with a friend if they wish.
The goal of this project is two-fold: To foster and strengthen connections among all the students as they discuss and/or trade their bookmarks, and to generate increased awareness of the vast military-connected student population at HVES.
Please note that participation in this project is optional. Please reach out to Mary Berry, school counselor at [email protected] or Cynthia Youssef, family liaison at [email protected] with any questions
We hope that everyone has a wonderful weekend!
Warm regards,
Keieownna Hightower, Principal
Chrissy Gibbs, Assistant Principal
Last Day to Order Yearbooks! Parent input for class placementAs the 2023-2024 school year comes to an end we are in the process of planning for next school year. One of our important tasks is to determine class placements for the 2024-2025 school year. Our school staff works collaboratively to plan teacher and student assignments. A variety of factors such as student personalities, friendships, and academics are considered as we create new classes.
Hunt Valley families have an option to assist in placements by providing insights about their child(ren). Please be mindful of the following:
The deadline for any correspondence regarding the next school year is Friday, May 17th via this Google form
Materials Needed!The SCA and Green Club are gearing up for Hunt Valley’s 3rd Annual Earth Day Celebration on Saturday, April 20th and they are looking for some recyclable materials for their activities that day. If you have the following items available around the house please bring them in and place them in the bin outside of Mrs. Garretson’s room, Room 209:
In addition to these items, they are also looking for scrap plywood. So, if you happen to have recently finished some house renovations, or work in construction, please contact Mrs. Garretson at vcdeparisgar@fcpsedu for her to arrange a time and place to drop off the plywood or for her to pick it up. Thank you very much for your support of this great event!
We’ve got an engaging summer planned for your students!The Career and Technical Education (CTE) office will offer two enrichment camps this summer - Tech Adventure Camp and CTE Summer Academy. For details on the activities we have planned, please read below.
All information can be found on our websites! For Tech Adventure Camp go to bit.ly/FCPS_TAC. For CTE Summer Academy go to bit.ly/FCPS_CSA.
Important Updates:
REGISTRATION WILL OPEN ON THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1st FOR ALL OUR ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS!
GET READY TO REGISTER! USE THE LINKS BELOW 😊
Tech Adventure Camp | CTE Summer Academy
A special reminder about the tuition waiver. Fairfax County Public School students receiving Free and Reduced Meals, there are a select number of tuition waivers available. To receive the waiver, students must have a Consent to Share form on file with FCPS. Parents can find the Consent to Share forms on the FCPS Food and Nutrition website (https://www.fcps.edu/frm). Parents can also share the benefits during the online application process.
📝 Tutor.com Can Help With More Than HomeworkTutor.com offers more than help with homework! This on-demand tutoring service also provides a comprehensive range of resources including exam prep for AP, SAT, and ACT tests at no cost to families.
Students can take practice quizzes at any time. If they struggle in particular areas, they can immediately connect to a live tutor for help through voice or chat options. Learn more on the FCPS Tutor.com webpage.
Free Resources for FamiliesDid you know that caregivers can access free webinars, confidential consultations, a lending library, and resources to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities?
Learn more about FCPS’ Family Resource Center (FRC).
Be the first to learn about new workshops by signing up for the FRC newsletter.
Elementary Institute for the ArtsIFTA and E-IFTA are weekly arts camps for students in grades 2-11. E-IFTA is for elementary students who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. IFTA allows older students to select from nearly 90 classes in art, dance, health and physical education, music, and theater. Visit the IFTA webpage or E-IFTA webpage to register.
Volunteers Needed!We are looking for several volunteers to help in the cafeteria. Please use this link to sign up!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094DA5AF2EA6FECF8-volunteer
Mark you calendarsApril 17--PTA meeting @ 6:30 pm
April 20--Earth Day Event
April 28--West Springfield Pyramid Challenge
May 3--Teacher Workday/NO School for Students
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