Message from Mrs. Briggs

Dear Panther Families,

What a wonderful week it has been! We had two fantastic highlights that I wanted to share with you all.

First, a huge thank you to everyone who participated in our Walk & Roll to School Day this past Wednesday! It was so energizing to see so many students, families, and staff walking, biking, and scooting their way to school. I even challenged myself by biking from my house in Reston! (It was an e-bike, but still!)

Secondly, I am thrilled to announce our Principal of the Day winner, Jacob Benedict! 

Jacob did a fantastic job stepping into my shoes for the day. He helped with morning announcements, visited classrooms, and even offered some great ideas during our afternoon meeting. Thank you, Jacob, for your enthusiasm and your insightful contributions! It was a pleasure having you as Principal for the Day.

This opportunity for a student to experience the principal role firsthand is just one of the unique and exciting items we offer during our Bids for Kids Auction. 

Thank you again for your continued support. Have a wonderful weekend and Happy Mother's Day to all of our wonderful moms!

Sincerely,

Sincerely,

Amy Briggs

Class Placements for 2025-2026

Our staff will be working on tentative class groupings this spring, with classroom assignments finalized in mid-August.  As we make these placements, we consider many factors including individual student information, teacher input, and social relationships. Every class will have a blend of children with diverse needs, personalities, and learning interests. Due to the many factors we must consider in creating classroom placements, including the staffing of our teachers, requests for a specific teacher will not be honored.

If you have information that you believe is pertinent to your child’s placement for next year, please complete this link  by Friday, May 16 for it to be taken into consideration. There is no need to complete the form if you do not have any information you would like us to consider. 

If your child will NOT be attending Spring Hill ES or his/her base middle school next year, please email Ms. Kim at ykim1@fcps.edu.

Unfortunately, due to timelines, we are unable to accept survey input after May 16th.  Thank you!

Calendar Reminders

May 14-          All grades 3-6 Math SOL

May 16-          Parent Input form due for Class Placements

                       PTO Meeting 9:00 am

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)

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:

• Math SOL (Grades 3-6): Wednesday, May 14th
• 5th Grade Science SOL: Thursday, May 22^nd

To help ensure a positive and successful testing experience for our students, we kindly ask for your support in the following ways:

• Good Breakfast: Please ensure your child has a nutritious breakfast on testing days. There will be no snack provided during the testing sessions.
• 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.
• 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):
• 1st Grade Lunch: Moved to 10:45 AM
• 3rd Grade Lunch: Moved to 11:45 AM
• Good Night's Sleep: Ensuring your child gets a good night's sleep before each testing day is crucial for their focus and performance.
• Water Bottle: Students are permitted to bring a water bottle to have with them during testing.
• 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.
• 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.

The School Board will hold a public hearing on final budget adjustments on Tuesday, May 13, at 6 p.m. Sign up to speak by Monday, May 12, at 4:30 p.m.

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:

• Thursday, May 15, 6:30-8 p.m., Oakton High School
• Friday, May 16, 6:30-8 p.m., Robinson Secondary School
• 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

Discover Exciting Summer Learning Activities and Ideas

Join the FCPS Summer Extravaganza on Saturday, May 10, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., at Woodson High School! During this free event, participants can engage in educational and enrichment activities designed to inspire curiosity and growth.

Learn about summer programs for children and resources from community and business partners. Enjoy face painting, touring a fire truck, student performances, and other fun activities. For more information, visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage.

A Message from the PTO

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 different countries to be showcased!**

Taste of Spring Hill is a free event - be on the lookout for more information next week about how to attend and volunteer at this exciting, no-cost community event.

THE ANNUAL ALL-DAY 6^TH GRADE ONLY PARTY IS MONDAY, JUNE 10

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.

Tickets are currently on sale. THE DEADLINE TO PURCHASE TICKETS IS FRIDAY, MAY 30th! Click here to purchase your 6th grader's ticket now!

There are also many opportunities to volunteer for the party. To learn more, visit the 6th Grade Party Sign Up Genius. Questions? Please email springhillpto6thgradeparty@gmail.com.