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Last Week of Quarter 3

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Last Week of Quarter 3

Hello Fairhill Families!

Can you believe this is the final week of Quarter 3 for the 2025-26 school year? It is incredible how fast time has flown and equally astonishing to see how much growth our students have made. We have witnessed students excelling both academically and socially this year. As we reflect on the first three quarters, there is so much to be proud of.

Looking ahead, we want to share a few important date reminders and a note about the next Early Release Monday:

Monday, March 31 – Student and Staff Holiday
Tuesday, April 1 – Student Holiday; Fairhill Kindergarten Orientation at 10 AM
Monday–Friday, April 14–18 – Spring Break
Monday, April 21 – 3-Hour Early Release (Note: This is the first Monday after Spring Break. Communications will still follow the usual schedule—Email/Text sent on Tuesday, 4/15; final day to make changes will be Thursday, 4/17.)

Thank you for your collaboration and support!

All our best,

Ted & Maura

Save The Dates:

March - Women's History Month/Disability Awareness Month/National Reading Month/Social Work Month
March 26th - Bedtime Stories with Mrs. Vitale
March 27th - 2nd Grade Field Trip to Riverbend Park
March 27th - 3rd Grade Field Trip to Ellanor Lawrence Park
March 28th - 6th Grade All County Chorus Rehearsal
March 31st - Eid al-Fitr Holiday (no school)
April - World Autism Month/Arab American Heritage Month, Month of the Military Child
April 1st -Teacher Workday (no school)
April 1st - Kindergarten Orientation at 10:00am
April 2nd - Autism Awareness Day - Wear Blue
April 4th - Career-Spirit Day: Fairhill students and staff can dress in the college or career of choice for Career Day!
April 9th - 1st Grade Field Trip to Children's Science Center
April 9th - Purple Up! Day Wear purple in support of our military-connected
April 10th - 5th Grade Field Trip to Natural History Museum
April 10th - PTA Meeting
April 11th - Story Book Parade
April 14th - April18th Spring Break (no school)
- Office hours are 9am - 12pm
April 21st - Student Early Release Day 1:00pm
April 23rd - Pyramid Art Show (Falls Church HS)
April 24th - 4th Grade Field Trip to Kennedy Center
April 25th - 3rd Grade Field Trip to National Zoo
April 26th - Fairhill Garden Day 9am - 12pm
April 18th - Young Scholars Field Trip to Nat'l Building Museum
May - Mental Health Awareness/Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month
May 1st - Spring Concert (Evening = 4th,5th & 6th Grades)
May 2nd - Spring Concert (Day = 4th,5th & 6th Grades)
May 12th - Student Early Release Day 1:00pm
May 5th - 9th - Staff Appreciation Week
May 15th - PTA Meeting
May 19th - 6th Grade Field Trip to Gettysburg

Grab a snack, get cozy in your pajamas and join Mrs. Vitale for bedtime stories!!

When: Wednesday, March 26th 7:00-7:30 pm
Where: Zoom
https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/91064639182
Theme: Characters who overcome challenges- featuring the story:
and more!

Month of the Military Child

April is the Month of the Military Child, a time to honor and celebrate the resilience, courage, and contributions of FCPS military-connected children.

To show our support, FCPS and Fairhill will celebrate Purple Up! Day on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. On this day, school staff and students are encouraged to wear purple, symbolizing unity and support for military families across all service branches.

Celebrating the Month of the Military Child provides a powerful opportunity to raise awareness and build support to help these children meet the unique challenges they face! It is an opportunity to recognize and thank military children and youth for their heroism, character, courage, sacrifices, and continued resilience.

Order your FCPS Purple Up! t-shirt and/or hoodie by March 7th using this Custom Ink link.

Let’s celebrate our military kids on April 9th and make FCPS purple!

Thank you for continuing to support our military-connected kids.

Career Fair When: April 4th from 1:15-3:30pm Where: Fairhill Elementary Gym

We’re excited to host a Career Fair to help our students explore different jobs and discover new interests! This fun and interactive event will feature professionals from a variety of fields who will share what they do, the tools they use, and how their work impacts the world. It’s a great opportunity for students to start thinking about their future and dream big! If you’re interested in participating as a guest presenter, please use THIS LINK to sign up. For any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Schwartz at [email protected]. We look forward to inspiring young minds together!

Fairhill Office Hours over Spring Break

Fairhill Elementary School will be closed from April 14th -18th for Spring Break. The office will be open from 9am - 12pm. We hope you enjoy this time to rest, recharge, and spend quality time with loved ones.

If you need to get into contact with us, please leave your name and phone number and your call will be returned ASAP.

Click here for more information

News from PTA

The Fairhill PTA builds stronger school communities by connecting parents, teachers, and students. From fundraisers to social activities, our events contribute to a sense of unity and shared purpose, ultimately benefiting the overall growth and development of the school and its members.

Become a member or follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news. (Spanish version here)

Help Us Erase Student Lunch Debt

Please consider donating to eliminate school lunch debt through our Educate Fairfax platform. All donations are tax deductible; you will receive a receipt for tax deduction purposes.

CALLING FOR VOLUNTEERS: HELP TO MAKE BIG DIFFERENCE IN OUR COMMUNITY

The Fairhill PTA again will continue to support Fairhill families and our broader local community by collecting unused food purchased from the cafeteria (e.g., milk, string cheese) and/or unopened store bought food (e.g., crackers) during the spring semester

Our kids' role -> Kids are asked to leave food they may otherwise toss in the garbage and instead put it off in the Food for Others fridge in the cafeteria.

Our volunteers' role -> Once a week (Mondays or Tuesdays), we are asking for a volunteer to collect the food and drop it off at Food For Others (1 mile away).

Our collective Impact -> In addition to minimizing food waste, we are helping 75,000 Fairfax County (and Fairhill families) who are food insecure. On a weekly basis last year, we collected hundreds of milk cartons, string cheese packets, crackers, yoghurts and more.

News from FCPS

Spanish or how to Register.

For more information here.

NEWS FROM THE COMMUNITY Free and Reduced Price Meal Applications

According to the Centers for Disease Control, eating breakfast at school is associated with better attendance rates, fewer missed school days, and better test scores. Families that are earning less than 185% of the poverty level can receive breakfast and lunch for their students at no cost.

Families must complete the Free and Reduced Price Meal application before the start of each school year. Approved applications may also qualify students for additional benefits. Look for the application in August, view criteria, and up-to-date information on the Free and Reduced-Price Meals webpage. Families should reach out to their schools with questions or for assistance.

Watch your email and our website for more information. Learn more about the Free and Reduced-Price Meal program online. If you have questions or need assistance with the Free and Reduced-Price Meals application, please contact the Fairhill front office at 703-208-8100.Plan to Submit Free and Reduced-Price Multilingual Parent Information Line

☎️ Parent Information Phone Line Available in Eight Languages

Parents/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.

Spanish: ☎️ Línea Telefónica de Información para Padres Disponible en Ocho IdiomasPadres/cuidadores que hablan Amárico, Árabe, Chino, Farsi, Coreano, Español, Urdu o Vietnamita pueden llamar a una línea telefónica de información para obtener información general sobre FCPS. También pueden obtener apoyo para comunicarse con la escuela de su hijo. Vea la lista de números de teléfono.

For Spanish click here.

Important Contact Information

Fairhill Phone Numbers:

Main Office 703-208-8100

• Health Room 703-208-8110

• Cafeteria 703-208-8121

Administration e-mail addresses:

• Principal, Ted Cooper: [email protected]

• Assistant Principal, Maura Cotter: [email protected]

Click here to follow us on Twitter.

#YouBelongAtFairhill

Click here to like our Facebook page.

Click here to follow us on Instagram.

3001 Chichester Lane, Fairfax, VA 22031 | Main Office: 703-208-8100
Attendance: 703-208-8181 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Spring Has Sprung

GovDelivery1 week 3 days ago

Spring Has Sprung

Hello Fairhill Families!

Wow! What a great basketball game we had on Friday! Huge kudos to the PTA for putting together such a fantastic night and thank you all for attending. These traditions are what make Fairhill such a special place, and any opportunity to strengthen our relationships and partnerships between families and the school is a moment to cherish. Thank you!

Looking ahead, we are wrapping up the final two weeks of quarter three with full, five-day weeks filled with high-quality learning and rigorous instructional opportunities for students. We are so proud of our students' success so far this year and are grateful for the support they receive both inside and outside of the classroom.

All our best,

Ted & Maura

Save The Dates:

March - Women's History Month/Disability Awareness/National Reading Month/Social Work Month
March 20th - First Day of Spring
March 25th - 6th Grade Field Trip to National Portrait Gallery
March 26th - Bedtime Stories with Mrs. Vitale
March 27th - 2nd Grade Field Trip to Riverbend Park
March 27th - 3rd Grade Field Trip to Ellanor Lawrence Park
March 28th - 6th Grade All County Chorus Rehearsal
March 31st - Eid al-Fitr Holiday (no school)
April - World Autism Month/Arab American Heritage Month, Month of the Military Child
April 1st -Teacher Workday (no school)
April 1st - Kindergarten Orientation at 10:00am
April 4th - Career-Spirit Day: Fairhill students and staff can dress in the college or career of choice for Career Day!
April 9th - 1st Grade Field Trip to Children's Science Center
April 9th - Purple Up! Day Wear purple in support of our military-connected
April 10th - 5th Grade Field Trip to Natural History Museum
April 10th - PTA Meeting
April 11th - Story Book Parade
April 14th - April18th Spring Break (no school)
April 21st - Student Early Release Day 1:00pm
April 23rd - Pyramid Art Show (
April 24th - 4th Grade Field Trip to Kennedy Center
April 25th - 3rd Grade Field Trip to National Zoo
April 26th - Fairhill Garden Festival
May - Mental Health Awareness/Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month
May 1st - Spring Concert (Evening = 4th,5th & 6th Grades)
May 2nd - Spring Concert (Day = 4th,5th & 6th Grades)
May 12th = Student Early Release Day 1:00pm
May 5th - 9th = Staff Appreciation Week
May 15th - PTA Meeting
May 19th - 6th Grade Field Trip to Gettysburg

EARLY PICKUP?

If you are picking your student up early, please arrive at the school by 3:30 pm. It is not safe to release students after 3:30, as buses and cars are arriving at a rapid pace for 4:05 dismissal. Thank you for considering the safety of the Fairhill Community and a smoother end of day transition for our Tigers.

Grab a snack, get cozy in your pajamas and join Mrs. Vitale for bedtime stories!!

When: Wednesday, March 26th 7:00-7:30 pm
Where: Zoom
https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/91064639182
Theme: Characters who overcome challenges- featuring the story:
and more!

Career Fair When: April 4th from 1:15-3:30pm Where: Fairhill Elementary Gym

Month of the Military Child

April is the Month of the Military Child, a time to honor and celebrate the resilience, courage, and contributions of FCPS military-connected children.

Order your FCPS Purple Up! t-shirt and/or hoodie by March 7th using this Custom Ink link.

Let’s celebrate our military kids on April 9th and make FCPS purple!

Thank you for continuing to support our military-connected kids.

Click here for more information

News from PTA

Become a member or follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news. (Spanish version here)

Help Us Erase Student Lunch Debt

Please consider donating to eliminate school lunch debt through our Educate Fairfax platform. All donations are tax deductible; you will receive a receipt for tax deduction purposes.

CALLING FOR VOLUNTEERS: HELP TO MAKE BIG DIFFERENCE IN OUR COMMUNITY

Our kids' role -> Kids are asked to leave food they may otherwise toss in the garbage and instead put it off in the Food for Others fridge in the cafeteria.

Our volunteers' role -> Once a week (Mondays or Tuesdays), we are asking for a volunteer to collect the food and drop it off at Food For Others (1 mile away).

News from FCPS Career Pathways for Military-Connected Families

Wednesday, March 19, 2025

The Bridges to Success Networking Career and Education Fair

Where: National Museum of the United States Army
When: Wednesday, March 19, 2025.

A session for high school students will be from 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
A session for adults will be from 12:30-2:30 p.m.

This event is open to transitioning service members, military spouses, dependents, and veterans looking to pursue their career and education goals.

Participants will have the opportunity to connect with local area employers offering certification programs, jobs, apprenticeships, fellowships, and paid internships.

Participants will also be able to engage with post-secondary institutions to learn about professional development opportunities. With a variety of exhibitors, attendees can explore diverse pathways to success.

For more information or to register for the event, please visit Bridges to Success. To connect with FCPS resources, please email [email protected].

Student Fasting Meal Kits for February 28 - March 28, 2025

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) has issued a new, first-time waiver allowing students fasting during the school day from February 28 to March 28, 2025, to request take-home breakfast and lunch meal kits. The Office of Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) will provide meal kits reflecting the school menu. Meals will be kept cold and must be heated at home. Students may claim one breakfast and one lunch kit per day. If a student purchases breakfast or lunch at school, they cannot pick up a kit that day. Meal kits must be picked up by students at the end of the school day—adults cannot collect them. Parents or guardians must submit a weekly request form via the FCPS FNS website by the deadlines:

March 17, 2025, for the week of March 24, 2025

*Forms must be submitted on time to receive meal kits for the following week.

Spanish or how to Register.

For more information here.

NEWS FROM THE COMMUNITY Free and Reduced Price Meal Applications

☎️ Parent Information Phone Line Available in Eight Languages

For Spanish click here.

Important Contact Information

Fairhill Phone Numbers:

Main Office 703-208-8100

• Health Room 703-208-8110

• Cafeteria 703-208-8121

Administration e-mail addresses:

• Principal, Ted Cooper: [email protected]

• Assistant Principal, Maura Cotter: [email protected]

Click here to follow us on Twitter.

#YouBelongAtFairhill

Click here to like our Facebook page.

Click here to follow us on Instagram.

3001 Chichester Lane, Fairfax, VA 22031 | Main Office: 703-208-8100
Attendance: 703-208-8181 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Basketball Basketball Basketball!

GovDelivery2 weeks 3 days ago

BASKETBALL BASKETBALL BASKETBALL!

Hello Fairhill Families!

What a great week we’re having at Fairhill! Today, we hosted our Parent Coffee with the Principal from Luther Jackson Middle School. It was wonderful to hear about life for our current and future Tigers!

Now that Parent Coffee is behind us, we can fully focus on our PTA and Fairhill Basketball Game this Friday! This is one of the most special events of the year, and we hope you’ll join us at Oakton High School for a fun night of basketball. See below for more details!

With gratitude,

Ted & Maura

Save The Dates:

March - Women's History Month/Disability Awareness/National Reading Month/Social Work Month
March 14th - Staff Basketball Game (Oakton High School) Doors open at 5:30PM
March 17th - New Parent Coffee (Library)
March 20th - First Day of Spring
March 25th - 6th Grade Field Trip to National Portrait Gallery
March 27th - 2nd Grade Field Trip to Riverbend Park
March 27th - 3rd Grade Field Trip to Ellanor Lawrence Park
March 28th - 6th Grade All County Chorus Rehearsal
March 31st - Eid al-Fitr Holiday (no school)
April - Month of the Military Child
April 1st -Teacher Workday (no school)
April 1st - Kindergarten Orientation
April 4th - Career Day
April 9th - 1st Grade Field Trip to Children's Science Center
April 9th - Purple Up! Day Wear purple in support of our military-connected
April 10th - 5th Grade Field Trip to Natural History Museum
April 10th - PTA Meeting
April 11th - Story Book Parade
April 14th - April18th Spring Break (no school)
April 21st - Student Early Release Day 1:00pm
April 24th - 4th Grade Field Trip to Kennedy Center
April 26th = Garden Day
May - Mental Health Awareness/Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month
May 15th - PTA Meeting
May 19th - 6th Grade Field Trip to Gettysburg

EARLY PICKUP?

Grab a snack, get cozy in your pajamas and join Mrs. Vitale for bedtime stories!!

When: Wednesday, March 26th 7:00-7:30 pm
Where: Zoom
https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/91064639182
Theme: Characters who overcome challenges- featuring the story:
and more!

Career Fair When: April 4th from 1:15-3:30pm Where: Fairhill Elementary Gym

Month of the Military Child

April is the Month of the Military Child, a time to honor and celebrate the resilience, courage, and contributions of FCPS military-connected children.

Order your FCPS Purple Up! t-shirt and/or hoodie by March 7th using this Custom Ink link.

Let’s celebrate our military kids on April 9th and make FCPS purple!

Thank you for continuing to support our military-connected kids.

Cultural Heritage Night Pictures Wanted!

Did you snap some great photos at Cultural Heritage Night? Please share them with the yearbook staff using: https://tinyurl.com/ywe3hnfy

Click here for more information

News from PTA

Become a member or follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news. (Spanish version here)

Help Us Erase Student Lunch Debt

Please consider donating to eliminate school lunch debt through our Educate Fairfax platform. All donations are tax deductible; you will receive a receipt for tax deduction purposes.

CALLING FOR VOLUNTEERS: HELP TO MAKE BIG DIFFERENCE IN OUR COMMUNITY

Our kids' role -> Kids are asked to leave food they may otherwise toss in the garbage and instead put it off in the Food for Others fridge in the cafeteria.

Our volunteers' role -> Once a week (Mondays or Tuesdays), we are asking for a volunteer to collect the food and drop it off at Food For Others (1 mile away).

News from FCPS

Student Fasting Meal Kits for February 28 - March 28, 2025

March 10, 2025, for the week of March 17, 2025
March 17, 2025, for the week of March 24, 2025

*Forms must be submitted on time to receive meal kits for the following week.

Spanish or how to Register.

For more information here.

Spanish version here

NEWS FROM THE COMMUNITY Free and Reduced Price Meal Applications

☎️ Parent Information Phone Line Available in Eight Languages

For Spanish click here.

Important Contact Information

Fairhill Phone Numbers:

Main Office 703-208-8100

• Health Room 703-208-8110

• Cafeteria 703-208-8121

Administration e-mail addresses:

• Principal, Ted Cooper: [email protected]

• Assistant Principal, Maura Cotter: [email protected]

Click here to follow us on Twitter.

#YouBelongAtFairhill

Click here to like our Facebook page.

Click here to follow us on Instagram.

3001 Chichester Lane, Fairfax, VA 22031 | Main Office: 703-208-8100
Attendance: 703-208-8181 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Busy March!

GovDelivery3 weeks 3 days ago

Busy March!

Hello Fairhill Families!

We hope you had a wonderful weekend and were able to enjoy the sunshine! We wanted to draw your attention to a few important events happening at Fairhill in March.

Next Friday, March 14th, is our PTA Basketball Game! This year, it will be held at Oakton High School. We hope you can join us! See below for more details.
This month, we are launching an ST Math Challenge to encourage students to increase the number of puzzles they complete on ST Math. Did you know that students who complete just 40% of their ST Math journey score, on average, six scale score points higher on iReady? ST Math is a great way to practice math at home and is available on our Fairhill website under Student Websites.
Finally, please note that next Monday, March 10th, is a three-hour early release. We will send confirmations today, and the last day to make a change is by the close of business on Thursday, March 6th. For student safety reasons, we ask that you please do not change your plans after Thursday.

We hope you have a wonderful week, and as always, we are grateful for your support of all things Fairhill.

Ted & Maura

March 11th Parent Coffee at 9:30 am

LJMS Principal Raven Jones will be in attendance at the March 11th Parent Coffee for an Introduction to LJMS and to answer any questions you may have about middle school transition and life at LJMS. If you require translation services, please contact the main office. We hope to see you on March 11th!

Save The Dates:

March - Women's History Month/Disability Awareness/National Reading Month/Social Work Month
March 10th - Student Early Release Day 1:00pm
March 11th - Parent Coffee - Intro to Jackson MS 9:30am
March 14th - Staff Basketball Game (Oakton High School)
March 20th - First Day of Spring
March 25th - 6th Grade Field Trip to National Portrait Gallery
March 27th - 2nd Riverbend Field Trip
March 31st - Eid al-Fitr Holiday (no school)
April - Month of the Military Child
April 1st -Teacher Workday (no school)
April 1st - Kindergarten Orientation
April 4th - Career Day
April 9th - 1st Grade Field Trip to Children's Science Center
April 10th - 5th Grade Field Trip to Natural History Museum
April 10th - PTA Meeting
April 11th - Story Book Parade
April 14th - April18th Spring Break (no school)
April 21st - Student Early Release Day 1:00pm
April 24th - 4th Grade Field Trip to Kennedy Center
April 26th = Garden Day
May - Mental Health Awareness/Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month
May 15th - PTA Meeting
May 19th - 6th Grade Field Trip to Gettysburg

EARLY PICKUP?

Career Fair When: April 4th from 1:15-3:30pm Where: Fairhill Elementary Gym

Month of the Military Child

April is the Month of the Military Child, a time to honor and celebrate the resilience, courage, and contributions of FCPS military-connected children.

Order your FCPS Purple Up! t-shirt and/or hoodie by March 7th using this Custom Ink link.

Let’s celebrate our military kids on April 9th and make FCPS purple!

Thank you for continuing to support our military-connected kids.

Cultural Heritage Night Pictures Wanted!

Did you snap some great photos at Cultural Heritage Night? Please share them with the yearbook staff using: https://tinyurl.com/ywe3hnfy

Click here for more information

News from PTA

Become a member or follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news. (Spanish version here)

Help Us Erase Student Lunch Debt

Please consider donating to eliminate school lunch debt through our Educate Fairfax platform. All donations are tax deductible; you will receive a receipt for tax deduction purposes.

CALLING FOR VOLUNTEERS: HELP TO MAKE BIG DIFFERENCE IN OUR COMMUNITY

Our kids' role -> Kids are asked to leave food they may otherwise toss in the garbage and instead put it off in the Food for Others fridge in the cafeteria.

Our volunteers' role -> Once a week (Mondays or Tuesdays), we are asking for a volunteer to collect the food and drop it off at Food For Others (1 mile away).

News from FCPS

Student Fasting Meal Kits for February 28 - March 28, 2025

March 3, 2025, for the week of March 10, 2025
March 10, 2025, for the week of March 17, 2025
March 17, 2025, for the week of March 24, 2025

*Forms must be submitted on time to receive meal kits for the following week.

Spanish version here

NEWS FROM THE COMMUNITY Free and Reduced Price Meal Applications

☎️ Parent Information Phone Line Available in Eight Languages

For Spanish click here.

Important Contact Information

Fairhill Phone Numbers:

Main Office 703-208-8100

• Health Room 703-208-8110

• Cafeteria 703-208-8121

Administration e-mail addresses:

• Principal, Ted Cooper: [email protected]

• Assistant Principal, Maura Cotter: [email protected]

Click here to follow us on Twitter.

#YouBelongAtFairhill

Click here to like our Facebook page.

Click here to follow us on Instagram.

3001 Chichester Lane, Fairfax, VA 22031 | Main Office: 703-208-8100
Attendance: 703-208-8181 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

5 Full Weeks!

GovDelivery1 month ago

5 Full Weeks!

Hello Fairhill Families,

Wow! What an amazing evening we had on Friday at our Cultural Heritage Night! It was so special to be together, and we just are bursting with pride and gratitude. Thank you to everyone who brought food, dressed up their children, and supported the event.

As we look ahead, we have five straight weeks of full, five-day weeks of learning—fingers crossed for no snow! We are excited to hit the ground running with a strong focus on our second core value: Rigorous Academics.

Have a great week,

Ted & Maura

Save The Dates:

February - Black History Month
February 26th - Sixth grade middle school class selection
February 28th - Class Group Picture/6th Grade Panorama
March - Women's History Month/Disability Awareness/National Reading Month/Social Work Month
March 4th - Prek-2nd Grade Author Visit
March 10th - Student Early Release Day 1:00pm
March 11th - Parent Coffee - Intro to Jackson MS 9:30am
March 14th - Staff Basketball Game (Oakton High School)
March 25th - 6th Grade Field Trip to National Portrait Gallery
March 27th - 2nd Riverbend Field Trip
March 31st - Eid al-Fitr Holiday (no school)
April - Month of the Military Child
April 1st -Teacher Workday (no school)
April 1st - Kindergarten Orientation
April 4th - Career Day
April 9th - 1st Grade Field Trip to Children's Science Center
April 10th - 5th Grade Field Trip to Natural History Museum
April 10th - PTA Meeting
April 11th - Story Book Parade
April 14th - April18th Spring Break (no school)
April 21st - Student Early Release Day 1:00pm
April 24th - 4th Grade Field Trip to Kennedy Center
May - Mental Health Awareness/Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month
May 19th - 6th Grade Field Trip to Gettysburg

EARLY PICKUP?

March 11th Parent Coffee at 9:30 am

Do you have a rising middle schooler? Would you like to know more about LJMS?

Cultural Heritage Night Pictures Wanted!

Did you snap some great photos at Cultural Heritage Night? Please share them with the yearbook staff using: https://tinyurl.com/ywe3hnfy

Click here for more information

Direct link to the yearbook shopping cart for the parents:

https://strawbridge.fotomerchanthv.com/search/YB31468

Fairhill Career Fair Sign up Form

News from PTA

Become a member or follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news. (Spanish version here)

Help Us Erase Student Lunch Debt

Please consider donating to eliminate school lunch debt through our Educate Fairfax platform. All donations are tax deductible; you will receive a receipt for tax deduction purposes.

CALLING FOR VOLUNTEERS: HELP TO MAKE BIG DIFFERENCE IN OUR COMMUNITY

Our kids' role -> Kids are asked to leave food they may otherwise toss in the garbage and instead put it off in the Food for Others fridge in the cafeteria.

Our volunteers' role -> Once a week (Mondays or Tuesdays), we are asking for a volunteer to collect the food and drop it off at Food For Others (1 mile away).

click here for more information. Click here for Spanish

Girls on the Run is coming to Fairhill! GOTR has fun, evidence-based programs that inspire girls in 3rd-6th grade to build their confidence, kindness, and decision making skills. Dynamic lessons instill valuable life skills including the important connection between physical and emotional health.

Starting the week of March 3rd, the team will meet every Monday and Friday from 8:10-9:10. The program culminates in a celebratory 5K at the end of the season! The standard program fee is $210 and includes weekly lessons/practices, a t-shirt, a GOTR giveaway, entry into the 5K, a 5K medal, and more. Financial assistance is available for anyone who needs it, with the lowest program registration cost being $22 for the season. Registration begins on February 3 at www.gotrnova.org.

News from FCPS

Student Fasting Meal Kits for February 28 - March 28, 2025

February 24, 2025, for February 28 and the week of March 3, 2025
March 3, 2025, for the week of March 10, 2025
March 10, 2025, for the week of March 17, 2025
March 17, 2025, for the week of March 24, 2025

*Forms must be submitted on time to receive meal kits for the following week.

Spanish version here

NEWS FROM THE COMMUNITY Free and Reduced Price Meal Applications

☎️ Parent Information Phone Line Available in Eight Languages

For Spanish click here.

Important Contact Information

Fairhill Phone Numbers:

Main Office 703-208-8100

• Health Room 703-208-8110

• Cafeteria 703-208-8121

Administration e-mail addresses:

• Principal, Ted Cooper: [email protected]

• Assistant Principal, Maura Cotter: [email protected]

Click here to follow us on Twitter.

#YouBelongAtFairhill

Click here to like our Facebook page.

Click here to follow us on Instagram.

3001 Chichester Lane, Fairfax, VA 22031 | Main Office: 703-208-8100
Attendance: 703-208-8181 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Upcoming Dates

GovDelivery1 month 1 week ago

Upcoming Dates

Hello Fairhill Families!

We hope you had a wonderful long weekend! We are so excited to see all of our Tigers back in the building today. We look forward to seeing you all on Friday for our Cultural Heritage Night!

One more date to mark on your calendars is our upcoming Parent Coffee on March 11th at 9:30 AM. We are excited to welcome a special guest, Raven Jones, Principal of Luther Jackson Middle School, who will share some of the great things happening at Jackson and be available to answer any questions you may have. We encourage you all to attend!

See you Friday!

Ted & Maura

Click here for Cultural Heritage Night Instagram video.

Come join the fun at Fairhill's Cultural Heritage Night! It is a special celebration where we learn about and enjoy the different backgrounds of the people in our community.

Get ready for an amazing event that highlights amazing traditions from all around the world. Come try a variety of delicious foods and enjoy a fashion show starring Fairhill students and staff!

Save the date! The fun happens on February 21 from 6pm to 8pm. We want you to be part of the excitement! If you like sharing your culture, talents, or cooking skills, you can join in.

Do not miss this chance to have a great time, learn about different cultures, and make awesome memories. Keep an eye out for more details on how you can be part of Fairhill's Cultural Heritage Night!

Save The Dates:

February - Black History Month)
February 21st - Cultural Heritage Night
February 26th - Sixth grade middle school class selection
February 28th - Class Group Picture/6th Grade Panorama
March - Women's History Month/Disability Awareness/National Reading Month/Social Work Month
March 10th - Student Early Release Day 1:00pm
March 11th - Parent Coffee - Intro to Jackson MS 9:30am
March 14th - Staff Basketball Game (Oakton High School)
March 25th - 6th Grade Field Trip to National Portrait Gallery
March 27th - 2nd Riverbend Field Trip
March 31st - Eid al-Fitr Holiday (no school)
April - Month of the Military Child
April 1st -Teacher Workday (no school)
April 4th - Career Day
April 9th - 1st Grade Field Trip to Children's Science Center
April 10th - 5th Grade Field Trip to Natural History Museum
April 10th - PTA Meeting
April 11th - Story Book Parade
April 24th - 4th Grade Field Trip to Kennedy Center
May 19th - 6th Grade Field Trip to Gettysburg

Click here for more information

Direct link to the yearbook shopping cart for the parents:

https://strawbridge.fotomerchanthv.com/search/YB31468

Fairhill Career Fair Sign up Form

News from PTA

Become a member or follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news. (Spanish version here)

Help Us Erase Student Lunch Debt

Please consider donating to eliminate school lunch debt through our Educate Fairfax platform. All donations are tax deductible; you will receive a receipt for tax deduction purposes.

CALLING FOR VOLUNTEERS: HELP TO MAKE BIG DIFFERENCE IN OUR COMMUNITY

Our kids' role -> Kids are asked to leave food they may otherwise toss in the garbage and instead put it off in the Food for Others fridge in the cafeteria.

Our volunteers' role -> Once a week (Mondays or Tuesdays), we are asking for a volunteer to collect the food and drop it off at Food For Others (1 mile away).

click here for more information. Click here for Spanish

News from FCPS

Spanish version here

NEWS FROM THE COMMUNITY Free and Reduced Price Meal Applications

☎️ Parent Information Phone Line Available in Eight Languages

For Spanish click here.

Important Contact Information

Fairhill Phone Numbers:

Main Office 703-208-8100

• Health Room 703-208-8110

• Cafeteria 703-208-8121

Administration e-mail addresses:

• Principal, Ted Cooper: [email protected]

• Assistant Principal, Maura Cotter: [email protected]

Click here to follow us on Twitter.

#YouBelongAtFairhill

Click here to like our Facebook page.

Click here to follow us on Instagram.

3001 Chichester Lane, Fairfax, VA 22031 | Main Office: 703-208-8100
Attendance: 703-208-8181 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Cultural Heritage Night!

GovDelivery1 month 2 weeks ago

Cultural Heritage Night!

Hello Fairhill Families!

All eyes are on next Friday, February 21, 2025, for our Annual Cultural Heritage Night! This event is a favorite among students and families alike, so we hope you make it a priority to join us. More information can be found below, but Cultural Heritage Night is divided into three categories:

Food – Each family brings a dish that represents them. This could be a cultural dish, a family favorite, or a cherished recipe you love to share. Appetizers, main courses, desserts, and drinks are all welcome!
Display – In the cafeteria, families can showcase their unique heritage through a display or interactive activity. In the past, this has included trifolds about family heritage, a henna tattoo station, a tortilla-making station, and other hands-on experiences that help students learn about the diversity of our community.
Fashion Show – Finally, we will gather in the gym, where our students will put on a fashion show, proudly displaying the vibrant and colorful clothing that represents their culture.

We cannot wait to see you next Friday!

All our best,

Ted & Maura

Click here for Cultural Heritage Night Instagram video.

Come join the fun at Fairhill's Cultural Heritage Night! It is a special celebration where we learn about and enjoy the different backgrounds of the people in our community.

Get ready for an amazing event that highlights amazing traditions from all around the world. Come try a variety of delicious foods and enjoy a fashion show starring Fairhill students and staff!

Save the date! The fun happens on February 21 from 6pm to 8pm. We want you to be part of the excitement! If you like sharing your culture, talents, or cooking skills, you can join in.

Do not miss this chance to have a great time, learn about different cultures, and make awesome memories. Keep an eye out for more details on how you can be part of Fairhill's Cultural Heritage Night!

Click here for more information

Save The Dates:

February - Black History Month
February 17th - Washington's Birthday and Presidents' Day (no school)
February 21st - Cultural Heritage Night
February 26th - Sixth grade middle school class selection
February 28th - Class Group Picture/6th Grade Panorama
March - Women's History Month/Disability Awareness/National Reading Month/Social Work Month
March 10th - Student Early Release Day 1:00pm
March 11th - Parent Coffee - Intro to Jackson MS 9:30am
March 14th - Staff Basketball Game (Oakton High School)
March 25th - 6th Grade Field Trip to National Portrait Gallery
March 27th - 2nd Riverbend Field Trip
March 31st - Eid al-Fitr Holiday (no school)
April - Month of the Military Child
April 1st -Teacher Workday (no school)
April 4th - Career Day
April 9th - 1st Grade Field Trip to Children's Science Center
April 10th - 5th Grade Field Trip to Natural History Museum
April 10th - PTA Meeting
April 11th - Story Book Parade

Direct link to the yearbook shopping cart for the parents:

https://strawbridge.fotomerchanthv.com/search/YB31468

Fairhill Career Fair Sign up Form

News from PTA

Become a member or follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news. (Spanish version here)

Help Us Erase Student Lunch Debt

Please consider donating to eliminate school lunch debt through our Educate Fairfax platform. All donations are tax deductible; you will receive a receipt for tax deduction purposes.

CALLING FOR VOLUNTEERS: HELP TO MAKE BIG DIFFERENCE IN OUR COMMUNITY

Our kids' role -> Kids are asked to leave food they may otherwise toss in the garbage and instead put it off in the Food for Others fridge in the cafeteria.

Our volunteers' role -> Once a week (Mondays or Tuesdays), we are asking for a volunteer to collect the food and drop it off at Food For Others (1 mile away).

click here for more information. Click here for Spanish

NEWS FROM THE COMMUNITY News from FCPS Free and Reduced Price Meal Applications

☎️ Parent Information Phone Line Available in Eight Languages

spanish version

For Spanish click here.

FCPS is participating in Virginia Quality Birth to Five (VQB5). VQB5 is Virginia’s system for measuring and supporting quality in early childhood programs so children enter kindergarten ready to learn. VQB5 builds on health and safety standards by measuring the quality of teacher-child interactions and the use of the curriculum. Refer to “VQB5 for Families English/Spanish” for more information.

Important Contact Information

Fairhill Phone Numbers:

Main Office 703-208-8100

• Health Room 703-208-8110

• Cafeteria 703-208-8121

Administration e-mail addresses:

• Principal, Ted Cooper: [email protected]

• Assistant Principal, Maura Cotter: [email protected]

Click here to follow us on Twitter.

#YouBelongAtFairhill

Click here to like our Facebook page.

Click here to follow us on Instagram.

3001 Chichester Lane, Fairfax, VA 22031 | Main Office: 703-208-8100
Attendance: 703-208-8181 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Looking Ahead

GovDelivery1 month 3 weeks ago

Looking Ahead

Hello Fairhill Families!

Thank you to the families who joined us last night at the PTA Book Club! We had an engaging conversation about Raising Mentally Strong Kids and its implications both at home and at Fairhill. A special thank you to the PTA for organizing— we hope to see you at the next book club!

Looking ahead, please join us for our first PTA meeting of the new year on Thursday, February 6th, in the Fairhill Library. We hope to see you there!

Finally, a reminder that this Monday, February 10th, is a three-hour early release. Tomorrow, you will receive an email and text notification confirming your plans, and you will have until 4:00 PM on Thursday to make any changes via the front office if needed.

Thank you for your continued support—we look forward to seeing you on Thursday!

Ted & Maura

Click here for more information

Save The Dates:

February - Black History Month
February 5th - 6th Grade Field Trip to Ford's Theatre
February 6th - PreK Family Meeting 9:30am
February 6th - PTA Meeting 6:30-7:30pm
February 10th - Student Early Release Day 1:00pm
February 17th - Washington's Birthday and Presidents' Day (no school)
February 21st - Cultural Heritage Night
February 26th - Sixth grade middle school class selection
February 28th - Class Group Picture/6th Grade Panorama
March - Women's History Month/Disability Awareness/National Reading Month/Social Work Month
March 10th - Student Early Release Day 1:00pm
March 11th - Parent Coffee - Intro to Jackson MS 9:30am
March 14th - Staff Basketball Game (Oakton High School)
March 25th - 6th Grade Field Trip to National Portrait Gallery
March 27th - 2nd Riverbend Field Trip
March 31st - Eid al-Fitr Holiday (no school)
April - Month of the Military Child
April 1st -Teacher Workday (no school)
April 4th - Career Day
April 9th - 1st Grade Field Trip to Children's Science Center
April 10th - 5th Grade Field Trip to Natural History Museum
April 10th - PTA Meeting
April 11th - Story Book Parade

Click here for Cultural Heritage Night Instagram video.

Come join the fun at Fairhill's Cultural Heritage Night! It is a special celebration where we learn about and enjoy the different backgrounds of the people in our community.

Get ready for an amazing event that highlights amazing traditions from all around the world. Come try a variety of delicious foods and enjoy a fashion show starring Fairhill students and staff!

Save the date! The fun happens on February 21 from 6pm to 8pm. We want you to be part of the excitement! If you like sharing your culture, talents, or cooking skills, you can join in.

Do not miss this chance to have a great time, learn about different cultures, and make awesome memories. Keep an eye out for more details on how you can be part of Fairhill's Cultural Heritage Night!

Direct link to the yearbook shopping cart for the parents:

https://strawbridge.fotomerchanthv.com/search/YB31468

Fairhill Career Fair Sign up Form

News from PTA

Become a member or follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news. (Spanish version here)

Help Us Erase Student Lunch Debt

Please consider donating to eliminate school lunch debt through our Educate Fairfax platform. All donations are tax deductible; you will receive a receipt for tax deduction purposes.

CALLING FOR VOLUNTEERS: HELP TO MAKE BIG DIFFERENCE IN OUR COMMUNITY

Our kids' role -> Kids are asked to leave food they may otherwise toss in the garbage and instead put it off in the Food for Others fridge in the cafeteria.

Our volunteers' role -> Once a week (Mondays or Tuesdays), we are asking for a volunteer to collect the food and drop it off at Food For Others (1 mile away).

click here for more information. Click here for Spanish

NEWS FROM THE COMMUNITY

Click here for Spanish..

News from FCPS Free and Reduced Price Meal Applications

☎️ Parent Information Phone Line Available in Eight Languages

spanish version

For Spanish click here.

Important Contact Information

Fairhill Phone Numbers:

Main Office 703-208-8100

• Health Room 703-208-8110

• Cafeteria 703-208-8121

Administration e-mail addresses:

• Principal, Ted Cooper: [email protected]

• Assistant Principal, Maura Cotter: [email protected]

Click here to follow us on Twitter.

#YouBelongAtFairhill

Click here to like our Facebook page.

Click here to follow us on Instagram.

3001 Chichester Lane, Fairfax, VA 22031 | Main Office: 703-208-8100
Attendance: 703-208-8181 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

The Great Thaw!

GovDelivery2 months ago

The Great Thaw!

Dear Fairhill Families,

We are having a great time at Fairhill this week! On Friday, we had an incredible turnout at PTA Bingo Night. Thank you to the many volunteers who helped put together such a special evening for our students. One of the many reasons Fairhill is such a wonderful place is our strong connections to the community, and the fellowship on Friday was yet another great example of that.

Our students are all thrilled to be back to outdoor recess this week! At Fairhill, we are relentless in our focus on student achievement, but that does not mean we have lost sight of the joy of school and the importance of building student relationships. Watching students reconnect outside, playing soccer and basketball during recess, has been a joy to see.

Thank you for a fantastic first semester. Enjoy your day together tomorrow, and we look forward to a wonderful start to the third quarter.

All our best, Ted & Maura

Kiss & Ride Procedures

With a recent increase in Kiss & Riders, we wanted to send a reminder of our K&R procedures at Fairhill to ensure safety and efficiency for all involved. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping our children safe!

Morning drop-off begins at 9:10 AM and ends at 9:20 AM. Families arriving after 9:20 AM must park and escort their student(s) to the main office.
Pull as far forward as possible. School staff will assist you.
Students may exit their vehicle from the right passenger side only. Drivers must remain in the car.
Cars must stay in a single file line as they move through the Kiss & Ride line.
After dropping off your child, please exit the Kiss & Ride line carefully. Use caution as walkers will be crossing at various times in the designated crosswalk.
Afternoon pick-up begins at 4:05 PM and ends at 4:10 PM. Families arriving after 4:10 PM must park and pick up their child from the main office.

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Save The Dates:

January - Mental Wellness Month
January 29th - Teacher Workday (no school)
January 30th - Curriculum Night at LJMS
February - Black History Month
February 5th - 6th Grade Field Trip to Ford's Theatre
February 6th - PreK Family Meeting 9:30am
February 6th - PTA Meeting 6:30-7:30pm
February 10th - Student Early Release Day 1:00pm
February 17th - Washington's Birthday and Presidents' Day (no school)
February 21st - Cultural Heritage Night
February 27th - Sixth grade middle school class selection
March - Women's History Month/Disability Awareness/National Reading Month/Social Work Month
March 10th - Student Early Release Day 1:00pm
March 11th - Parent Coffee - Intro to Jackson MS 9:30am
March 14th - Staff Basketball Game (Oakton High School)
March 31st - Eid al-Fitr Holiday (no school)
April - Month of the Military Child
April 1st -Teacher Workday (no school)

6th Grade Panorama Picture February 28th.

For Spanish here.

Click here for Instagram video.

🚍 Beep! Beep! Stay Up-to-Date on Transportation

Thank you for your patience as we all get used to new routines this school year. We appreciate our families following kiss-and-ride procedures and being patient while waiting for your children’s buses.

If a bus is delayed, parents/caregivers may access the Bus Delay Notification System or use the Here Comes the Bus mobile app to receive the delayed bus report. Email messages will be sent to announce bus delays of 30 minutes or more. Visit the Transportation Services contact webpage to see who to contact with specific questions.

To make sure you receive email messages about bus delays, update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE.

Direct link to the yearbook shopping cart for the parents:

https://strawbridge.fotomerchanthv.com/search/YB31468

News from PTA

Become a member or follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news. (Spanish version here)

Help Us Erase Student Lunch Debt

Please consider donating to eliminate school lunch debt through our Educate Fairfax platform. All donations are tax deductible; you will receive a receipt for tax deduction purposes.

CALLING FOR VOLUNTEERS: HELP TO MAKE BIG DIFFERENCE IN OUR COMMUNITY

Our kids' role -> Kids are asked to leave food they may otherwise toss in the garbage and instead put it off in the Food for Others fridge in the cafeteria.

Our volunteers' role -> Once a week (Mondays or Tuesdays), we are asking for a volunteer to collect the food and drop it off at Food For Others (1 mile away).

click here for more information. Click here for Spanish

Join us for the Fairhill PTA’s annual bingo night on Friday, January 24th, 5:30 - 7:30 pm at the Fairhill Cafeteria. All Fairhill students and their families are welcome. Play games and win fun prizes! Bingo cards will be sold for $1 per card. Pizza will also be available to purchase. CASH ONLY.

*** CALL FOR PARENT VOLUNTEERS AND STUDENT BINGO CALLERS ***

If you're planning on attending Bingo Night and are also interested in volunteering, we welcome (and need) your help this year, we also invite our 4th, 5th, and 6th graders to sign up to call the bingo games (first come, first served). Volunteer Signup

Prizes: Do you have toys to spare? The PTA is collecting like-new books and toys to use as prizes for the kids during Fairhill's Bingo night on January 24. There will be a box for donations in the office until Jan 24.

NEWS FROM THE COMMUNITY

Click here for Spanish..

News from FCPS Free and Reduced Price Meal Applications

☎️ Parent Information Phone Line Available in Eight Languages

spanish version

For Spanish click here.

Important Contact Information

Fairhill Phone Numbers:

Main Office 703-208-8100

• Health Room 703-208-8110

• Cafeteria 703-208-8121

Administration e-mail addresses:

• Principal, Ted Cooper: [email protected]

• Assistant Principal, Maura Cotter: [email protected]

Click here to follow us on Twitter.

#YouBelongAtFairhill

Click here to like our Facebook page.

Click here to follow us on Instagram.

3001 Chichester Lane, Fairfax, VA 22031 | Main Office: 703-208-8100
Attendance: 703-208-8181 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

A Chilly Week!

GovDelivery2 months 1 week ago

A Chilly Week!

Dear Fairhill Families,

We hope you all enjoyed the holiday weekend and had an opportunity to reflect on the profound impact of Martin Luther King, Jr. on our country. MLK famously said, “Intelligence plus character—that is the true goal of education.” We are inspired by that quote at Fairhill and strive to empower our learners to be strong academics while also building on the character traits that you are cultivating in your children at home.

As we look ahead to the rest of winter, we want to remind you that, unless dangerous conditions are determined by the National Weather Service, the default for recess is that students will go outside, even if for a shortened time. Today and this week is particularly cold, so we may have indoor recess; however, we recommend sending cold weather clothing each day to ensure your student is protected. If you need access to winter jackets, coats, or gloves, we have received generous donations from our community, so please reach out to your teacher or us, and we will be happy to help.

Wishing you the best during this short week.

Ted & Maura

Click here for more information

Save The Dates:

January - Mental Wellness Month
January 24th - Bingo Night 5:30 - 7:30pm
January 27th - Club Pictures
January 29th - Teacher Workday (no school)
January 30th - Curriculum Night at LJMS
February - Black History Month
February 5th - 6th Grade Field Trip to Ford's Theatre
February 6th - PreK Family Meeting 9:30am
February 6th - PTA Meeting 6:30-7:30pm
February 10th - Student Early Release Day 1:00pm
February 17th - Washington's Birthday and Presidents' Day (no school)
February 21st - Cultural Heritage Night
February 27th - Sixth grade middle school class selection
March - Women's History Month/Disability Awareness/National Reading Month/Social Work Month
March 10th - Student Early Release Day 1:00pm
March 11th - Parent Coffee - Intro to Jackson MS 9:30am
March 14th - Staff Basketball Game
March 31st - Eid al-Fitr Holiday (no school)
April - Month of the Military Child
April 1st -Teacher Workday (no school)

For Spanish here.

🚍 Beep! Beep! Stay Up-to-Date on Transportation

To make sure you receive email messages about bus delays, update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE.

News from PTA

Become a member or follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news. (Spanish version here)

Help Us Erase Student Lunch Debt

Please consider donating to eliminate school lunch debt through our Educate Fairfax platform. All donations are tax deductible; you will receive a receipt for tax deduction purposes.

CALLING FOR VOLUNTEERS: HELP TO MAKE BIG DIFFERENCE IN OUR COMMUNITY

Our kids' role -> Kids are asked to leave food they may otherwise toss in the garbage and instead put it off in the Food for Others fridge in the cafeteria.

Our volunteers' role -> Once a week (Mondays or Tuesdays), we are asking for a volunteer to collect the food and drop it off at Food For Others (1 mile away).

click here for more information. Click here for Spanish

*** CALL FOR PARENT VOLUNTEERS AND STUDENT BINGO CALLERS ***

NEWS FROM THE COMMUNITY

Click here for Spanish..

News from FCPS Free and Reduced Price Meal Applications

☎️ Parent Information Phone Line Available in Eight Languages

spanish version

For Spanish click here.

Important Contact Information

Fairhill Phone Numbers:

Main Office 703-208-8100

• Health Room 703-208-8110

• Cafeteria 703-208-8121

Administration e-mail addresses:

• Principal, Ted Cooper: [email protected]

• Assistant Principal, Maura Cotter: [email protected]

Click here to follow us on Twitter.

#YouBelongAtFairhill

Click here to like our Facebook page.

Click here to follow us on Instagram.

3001 Chichester Lane, Fairfax, VA 22031 | Main Office: 703-208-8100
Attendance: 703-208-8181 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Looking Ahead

GovDelivery2 months 2 weeks ago

Looking Ahead

Dear Fairhill Families,

It’s wonderful to be back in the swing of things this week! Our students have returned to their routines, and many have started exciting new units in literacy. This is always an energizing time for both our staff and students.

Looking ahead, we want to draw your attention to several important events in the coming weeks. Be sure to check the dates below and mark your calendars! We have so much to look forward to, including Bingo Night with the PTA this month, as well as a book club and a PTA meeting in early February. We hope to see you at these events—parent and community connections are one of the key factors that make Fairhill such a special place to learn and grow.

As we embrace the new year, please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions or if there’s anything we can do to support your child in having the best school experience possible.

All our best,

Ted & Maura

SNOW DAY HEROS

While we’ve enjoyed a few snowy days off, We are excited to see our amazing students back at school. None of this would be possible without our incredible custodial team—Maria Henriquez, Thanh Nghiem, Nora Umanzor Romero and Blanca Ventura (not pictured)—who worked tirelessly to clear the sidewalks and parking lot after the heavy snow.

Thanks to their dedication and hard work, our campus is safe to welcome everyone back. Let’s give them a huge round of applause for going above and beyond to keep our school community safe and prepared.

Click here for more information

Save The Dates:

January - Mental Wellness Month
January 20th - MLK Birthday/Inauguration Day (no school)
January 24th - Bingo Night 5:30 - 7:30pm
January 27th - Club Pictures
January 29th - Teacher Workday (no school)
January 30th - Curriculum Night at LJMS
February - Black History Month
February 5th - 6th Grade Field Trip to Ford's Theatre
February 6th - PreK Family Meeting 9:30am
February 6th - PTA Meeting 6:30-7:30pm
February 10th - Student Early Release Day 1:00pm
February 17th - Washington's Birthday and Presidents' Day (no school)
February 21st - Cultural Heritage Night
February 27th - Sixth grade middle school class selection
March - Women's History Month/Disability Awareness/National Reading Month/Social Work Month
March 10th - Student Early Release Day 1:00pm
March 11th - Parent Coffee - Intro to Jackson MS 9:30am
March 14th - Staff Basketball Game at LJMS
March 31st - Eid al-Fitr Holiday (no school)
April 1st -Teacher Workday (no school)

For Spanish here.

🚍 Beep! Beep! Stay Up-to-Date on Transportation

To make sure you receive email messages about bus delays, update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE.

WE NEED YOUR CANDIDS!

Help make the Fairhill Yearbook the best ever! When you take photos in and around school (particularly at our special events like Popsicles at the Playground, Fall Festival, Winter Concert, etc.), please use our website to upload them: PLIC Books - Guest Uploader . There are different folders for grade levels, special events, Specials, etc. It’s super easy to use from your phone or with Google Drive! Thanks so much for helping to showcase our great Fairhill community! Please contact Leslie Howard or Theresa Eastman with questions

News from PTA

Become a member or follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news. (Spanish version here)

*** CALL FOR PARENT VOLUNTEERS AND STUDENT BINGO CALLERS ***

Volunteer Opportunity for GOTR

I am a parent and former Girls on the Run Coach looking for coaches to join me in starting a Girls on the Run program for 3rd-5th grade girls at Fairhill this spring. The 10 week program beginning March 3rd will include 2 weekly hour long practices that build toward completing a 5k on May 17th. I hope to hold practices at 8:10 in the morning on Mondays and Fridays. Having three coaches will allow us to cover any coach who needs to be absent.

There is no specific background or fitness level required for coaches, so we are looking for anyone who is interested in mentoring/inspiring the girls at Fairhill ES! Coaches will participate in an online training and one 3 hour in person training to prepare for coaching. Please contact me (Laura Cooper) at [email protected] if you are interested or have any questions.

Help Us Erase Student Lunch Debt

Please consider donating to eliminate school lunch debt through our Educate Fairfax platform. All donations are tax deductible; you will receive a receipt for tax deduction purposes.

NEWS FROM THE COMMUNITY News from FCPS Free and Reduced Price Meal Applications

☎️ Parent Information Phone Line Available in Eight Languages

spanish version

For Spanish click here.

Important Contact Information

Fairhill Phone Numbers:

Main Office 703-208-8100

• Health Room 703-208-8110

• Cafeteria 703-208-8121

Administration e-mail addresses:

• Principal, Ted Cooper: [email protected]

• Assistant Principal, Maura Cotter: [email protected]

Click here to follow us on Twitter.

#YouBelongAtFairhill

Click here to like our Facebook page.

Click here to follow us on Instagram.

3001 Chichester Lane, Fairfax, VA 22031 | Main Office: 703-208-8100
Attendance: 703-208-8181 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Happy New Year!

GovDelivery2 months 2 weeks ago

Happy New Year!

Dear Fairhill Families,

Happy New Year! While this isn’t exactly how we expected to start the new calendar year with our students, we hope you’ve been able to make the most of this time together as a family and have enjoyed the snow.

In case you haven’t seen it yet, FCPS published an informative video explaining how they determine inclement weather days. You can find it HERE.

Looking ahead, we want to draw our sixth-grade families’ attention to the flyer below from Luther Jackson Middle School about their Curriculum Nights. Students will be selecting classes before you know it, so we encourage all families to attend.

We hope to see everyone soon!

Warm regards,

Ted & Maura

Click here for more information

Considerations for Technology

This holiday seasons may involve gifts for some families. Some of those gifts may be technology related. As a reminder, the FCPS SRR states: Phones must be silenced and in backpacks for the duration of the school day. Watches that serve a dual purpose (e.g., smart watch) may be worn; however, phone features (e.g., texting, Internet, calls, etc.) are to be off when phone use is prohibited. If your student is getting a smartwatch over break, please consider reviewing this website on School Mode to set your student up for success.

Save The Dates:

January - Mental Wellness Month
January 20th - MLK Birthday/Inauguration Day (no school)
January 24th - Bingo Night
January 27th - Club Pictures
January 29th - Teacher Workday (no school)
January 30th - Curriculum Night at LJMS
February - Black History Month
February 5th - 6th Grade Field Trip to Ford's Theatre
February 6th - PTA Meeting
February 10th - Student Early Release Day 1:00pm
February 17th - Washington's Birthday and Presidents' Day (no school)
February 21st - Cultural Heritage Night
February 27th - Sixth grade middle school class selection

For Spanish here.

🚍 Beep! Beep! Stay Up-to-Date on Transportation

To make sure you receive email messages about bus delays, update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE.

WE NEED YOUR CANDIDS!

News from PTA

Become a member or follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news. (Spanish version here)

Volunteer Opportunity for GOTR

Help Us Erase Student Lunch Debt

Please consider donating to eliminate school lunch debt through our Educate Fairfax platform. All donations are tax deductible; you will receive a receipt for tax deduction purposes.

News from FCPS Free and Reduced Price Meal Applications

☎️ Parent Information Phone Line Available in Eight Languages

For Spanish click here.

Important Contact Information

Fairhill Phone Numbers:

Main Office 703-208-8100

• Health Room 703-208-8110

• Cafeteria 703-208-8121

Administration e-mail addresses:

• Principal, Ted Cooper: [email protected]

• Assistant Principal, Maura Cotter: [email protected]

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#YouBelongAtFairhill

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Wishing You a Wonderful Winter Break

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Wishing You a Wonderful Winter Break

Dear Fairhill Families,

As the calendar year comes to a close, we want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude to our students and families for the wonderful gift of collaboration and joy you bring us each day. Fairhill is an incredibly special place, and we believe it is home to some of the best students, families, and community in all of FCPS. Thank you for the fantastic start to the school year, and please know that your children bring us immense joy each day. While the upcoming break is much needed for everyone, we want you to know that your students will be greatly missed over the next two weeks.

As you head into the winter break season, we recognize that many students will transition from a rigorous school day to a quieter, calmer home environment. Today’s students often have busier schedules than ever before, so we encourage you to help them discover the value of rest, reflection, and stillness.

That being said, we know that many of you may also want to support continued learning during the break. We would like to remind you of one valuable Fairhill resource and two new FCPS webpages that may be helpful.

Fairhill Student Websites - This is the webpage that students can use to access many learning resources from home on either a computer, phone, or tablet. ST Math, MyOn and Newsela are all wonderful resources to consider.
FCPS Winter Break Resources - This is a new webpage for the winter break that provides resources (academic and non-academic) to families during break.
Winter Activities - This new webpage on the FCPS website provides less structured and more creative ideas for students to engage in as a family.

We hope these resources are helpful and everyone enjoys a wonderful break.

With gratitude and appreciation,

Ted & Maura

WINTER BREAK OFFICE HOURS

December 23rd - January 3rd - Winter Break (no school) Students Return Monday, January 6th.

Office hours 9am - 1pm. Office Closed on 12/24, 12/25, 12/27, 12/30 and January 1st, 2025

Vacaciones de Invierno (no hay clases): 23 de Diciembre – 3 de Enero

Regreso a clases: 6 de Enero

Horas de Oficina: 9am – 1pm

La oficina estara cerrada: 24, 25, 27, 30 de Diciembre y 1 de Enero

Lost and Found at Fairhill

Lost items?

Please come by and check out the Lost and Found for any items your student may be missing. All clothing will be donated over Winter Break.

Thank you!

Click here for more information

Considerations for Technology

Save The Dates:

December- Learn a Foreign Language Month
December 18th - 6th Grade Field Trip to LJMS
December 19th - Winter Concert 5th & 6th Band, Chorus and Strings 5:30pm - 7:00pm.
December 23rd - January 3rd - Winter Break (no school) Office hours 9am - 1pm. Office Closed on 12/24, 12/25 and 1/1/25.
January - Mental Wellness Month
January 20th - MLK Birthday/Inauguration Day (no school)
January 24th - Bingo Night
January 27th - Club Pictures
January 29th - Teacher Workday (no school)
January 30th - Mrs. Griffins Birthday
February 5th - 6th Grade Field Trip to Ford's Theatre
February 6th - PTA Meeting
February 10th - Student Early Release Day 1:00pm
February 17th - Washington's Birthday and Presidents' Day (no school)
February 21st - Cultural Heritage Night
February 27th - LJMS Presentation (6th Grade)

🚍 Beep! Beep! Stay Up-to-Date on Transportation

To make sure you receive email messages about bus delays, update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE.

WE NEED YOUR CANDIDS!

News from PTA

Become a member or follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news. (Spanish version here)

HOLIDAY GIFTING FOR FAIRHILL STAFF

Want to thank Fairhill staff for all that they do? Our PTA has made it easy to send them a gift card through GiftCrowd. Click on the staff member's link and send them a gift card with your name and a note. The deadline for joining gifts is 12/20/2024 12:00 PM.

Click here to access the Fairhill Elementary Gifting Page.

What is GiftCrowd?GiftCrowd is the most convenient way to give gifts as a group. Families can contribute any amount they choose to any Fairhill staff and include a personal greeting. On the target date, the recipient will receive a notification and access to the gift. They can then read the greetings, send thank you notes, and choose how to redeem the collected amount into one or more gift cards from hundreds of brands.

How Does It Work?Click here to view the list of Fairhill staff. Click on “Join” next to the staff member you wish to gift. Enter your information and the amount you wish to contribute. You can even include a message and/or a picture.

Notice:

Prizes for Bingo: Do you have toys to spare? The PTA is collecting like-new books and toys to use as prizes for the kids during Fairhill's Bingo night on January 24. There will be a box for donations in the office starting December 16.

Volunteer Opportunity for GOTR

Help Us Erase Student Lunch Debt

Please consider donating to eliminate school lunch debt through our Educate Fairfax platform. All donations are tax deductible; you will receive a receipt for tax deduction purposes.

News from FCPS Free and Reduced Price Meal Applications

☎️ Parent Information Phone Line Available in Eight Languages

For Spanish click here.

Important Contact Information

Fairhill Phone Numbers:

Main Office 703-208-8100

• Health Room 703-208-8110

• Cafeteria 703-208-8121

Administration e-mail addresses:

• Principal, Ted Cooper: [email protected]

• Assistant Principal, Maura Cotter: [email protected]

Click here to follow us on Twitter.

#YouBelongAtFairhill

Click here to like our Facebook page.

Click here to follow us on Instagram.

3001 Chichester Lane, Fairfax, VA 22031 | Main Office: 703-208-8100
Attendance: 703-208-8181 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Book Fair Week!

GovDelivery3 months 2 weeks ago

Book Fair Week!

Hello Fairhill Families!

This week is extra exciting at Fairhill because it’s Book Fair Week!

The Book Fair is a wonderful opportunity for our students to explore new books and spark a love for reading. To kick things off, we’re hosting a Parent Viewing Night tonight at 5:30 PM in the library. This is a special chance for families to preview the amazing selection of books and make some early purchases.

We hope to see you there and can’t wait to share this joyful event with our community!

Thank you for your continued support and partnership in making Fairhill a great place to learn and grow.

Warm regards,
Ted and Maura

The Book Fair is Here!

Students made wishlists yesterday and today purchasing begins tonight at our Family Night activity from 5:30-7:30 p.m. If you cannot attend our Family Night, students may purchase during the school day from Wednesday, 12/11-Friday, 12/13 at 2:30 p.m. You may send cash, a check made to Fairhill Elementary, or you can create an easy-to-use eWallet. See your child’s Tuesday packet for details, or visit our book fair website: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/fairhillelementaryschool1 . All proceeds directly benefit the Fairhill Library.

Fairhill Library strives to ensure all students can enjoy the book fair. If you would like to contribute funds to our Library ewallet to use in our “Share the Fair!” campaign, please donate directly using this link: https://shop.scholastic.com/ewallet/fund?lang=en_US&walletId=cbfe4ea2-b61a-40e7-af48-11dde50258f0

Thank you for continuing to support our Fairhill Community!

Lost and Found at Fairhill

Lost items?

Please come by and check out the Lost and Found for any items your student may be missing. All clothing will be donated over Winter Break.

Thank you!

Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey

Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey

If you have not completed FEDERAL IMPACT AID SURVEY yet you will find a printed copy in your students’ Tuesday Folder. Please fill this out for each student in your household, whether your family is federally connected or not. FCPS asks for 100% participation in this survey. Please complete the survey even if you feel it does not apply to you. If you prefer to complete the survey online please click here. If you have any questions feel free to contact Anne Kane, [email protected]. Thank you for your cooperation!

Click here for more information

AAP Referral Reminder

Reminder: Window for Full-Time AAP Referrals Closes on December 15, 2024

Parents/guardians of students in Grades 2-7 who would like their student to be considered for Full-Time advanced academic programs may submit the AAP Full-Time Referral Form to Erica Campbell ([email protected]) no later than December 15, 2024.

The window for families to submit a referral for Full-Time AAP services is the first day of school through December 15, annually. Forms for Full-Time and part-time referrals are available on the AAP Forms Page. No late referrals for Full-Time AAP services will be accepted.

Submitting a referral form for Full-Time AAP will initiate a process that begins at the local school and is then completed at the central office level. Our school will put together a portfolio that includes multiple data which are considered holistically. At the central office level, a committee of six trained professionals from various schools and roles will review the portfolio materials to determine eligibility for Full-Time placement. Eligibility decisions are communicated by early April. Parents may request a copy of the portfolio that was submitted after they have been turned in for central selection by emailing Erica Campbell ([email protected]).

Referrals for Subject-Specific and Part-Time AAP are screened at the local school. If you miss this deadline, your student can still be screened for Subject-Specific AAP or Part-Time AAP for the remainder of the year and submit a referral for Full-Time AAP next fall.

For more information, please visit the Advanced Academic Programs website.

FLE PARENT INFORMATION Save The Dates:

December- Learn a Foreign Language Month
December 10th - Family Night Scholastic Book Fair 5:30pm - 7:30pm.
December 13th - InCourage Parent Night Out
December 18th - 6th Grade Field Trip to LJMS
December 19th - Winter Concert 5th & 6th Band, Chorus and Strings 5:30pm - 7:00pm.
December 23rd - January 3rd - Winter Break (no school) Office hours 9am - 1pm. Office Closed on 12/24, 12/25 and 1/1/25.
January - Mental Wellness Month
January 20th - MLK Birthday/Inauguration Day (no school)
January 24th - Bingo Night
January 29th - Teacher Workday (no school)

🚍 Beep! Beep! Stay Up-to-Date on Transportation

To make sure you receive email messages about bus delays, update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE.

WE NEED YOUR CANDIDS!

News from PTA

Become a member or follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news. (Spanish version here)

HOLIDAY GIFTING FOR FAIRHILL STAFF

Click here to access the Fairhill Elementary Gifting Page.

FAIRHILL PTA NERF BATTLE FUNDRAISER

Adults, enjoy some well-deserved down time while your child gets some exercise, meets new friends, and has a great time.

Incourage Fairfax will host a Parents Night Out at their Pan Am location on December 13th from 6:30 - 8:30 pm. They will have balloon target practice, Nerf battles, pizza dinner, movie, and hot chocolate. Age is limited to 7-13 year olds and the cost is $35.

100% of all proceeds will support the Fairhill PTA!

To sign up click here.

Notice:

Barnes & Noble Fundraiser

Thank you to all the families who stopped by the PTA fundraiser with Barnes & Noble last Saturday. If you missed out you can still shop online at bn.com/bookfairs from 12/07/24 to 12/12/24! Use the code 12819488 at checkout. Their website has lots of toys, games, and gifts in addition to books. A portion of all sales during this event will directly benefit school field trips, teacher appreciation lunches, school improvement projects, and more.

Volunteer Opportunity

I am a parent and former Girls on the Run Coach looking for two coaches to join me in starting a Girls on the Run program for 3rd-6th grade girls at Fairhill this spring. The 10 week program will include 2 weekly hour long practices that build toward completing a 5k on May 17th along with a community service project. There is no specific background or fitness level required for coaches, so we are looking for anyone who is interested in mentoring/inspiring the girls at Fairhill ES!

Help Us Erase Student Lunch Debt

Please consider donating to eliminate school lunch debt through our Educate Fairfax platform. All donations are tax deductible; you will receive a receipt for tax deduction purposes.

News from FCPS Free and Reduced Price Meal Applications

☎️ Parent Information Phone Line Available in Eight Languages

For Spanish click here.

Please click for Spanish.

Important Contact Information

Fairhill Phone Numbers:

Main Office 703-208-8100

• Health Room 703-208-8110

• Cafeteria 703-208-8121

Administration e-mail addresses:

• Principal, Ted Cooper: [email protected]

• Assistant Principal, Maura Cotter: [email protected]

Click here to follow us on Twitter.

#YouBelongAtFairhill

Click here to like our Facebook page.

Click here to follow us on Instagram.

3001 Chichester Lane, Fairfax, VA 22031 | Main Office: 703-208-8100
Attendance: 703-208-8181 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

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