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Please Complete Your Federal Impact Aid Survey
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is eligible for federal Impact Aid grants due to the federal presence in our area. The grants from these programs will become part of FCPS' general operating budget. They are critical to ensuring that students receive an excellent education. FCPS anticipates receiving approximately $3,000,000 in Impact Aid funds.
FCPS uses the survey for Federal Impact Aid to identify federally connected students. In October, the survey will be made available to FCPS families. The survey is available online through ParentVue. Families without ParentVUE can request a paper copy of the survey from their child's school. FCPS staff will process the information with the utmost confidentiality.
Below are the visual steps for a parent to get to the survey in SIS ParentVue.
Steps to Access the Survey in ParentVue
Step 1: Log in to SIS ParentVue
Step 2: Select the 'Online Packets' tab
Step 3: From the tiles at the bottom of the page, select the 2024-2025 Federal Impact Aid Survey'
Use of Impact Aid Funds
Federal Impact Aid provides revenue to local education agencies to mitigate costs of educating children in areas impacted by federal activity. The Impact Aid policy was designed to compensate local school districts for the local funding share that is reduced or eliminated because of a Federal presence that is not taxable. School districts with federal lands, military installations, federal low-rent housing or Indian Trust land within their boundaries lose local revenues. Impact Aid is designed to compensate school districts for this lost revenue. Impact Aid goes into the general fund and is intended to offset the costs (e.g. staff, facilities, and transportation) associated with educating military dependent children and other special groups.
FLE Parent Information On Zoom
Picture Day Is This Thursday, October 24th
All Pictures Must Be Ordered On-Line. Order Today!
School Picture Day is Coming!
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Date: Thursday, October 24, 2024
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Pictures Available: Approximately two to three weeks after photo day
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Pre-order Online: https://vando.imagequix.com/g1001153725#login
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Questions about Ordering? Email
[email protected]
Volunteers are needed to ensure a successful picture day. Please contact Mrs. Lisa Dial if you are interested. [email protected] or (703) 924-5600.
Paper order forms will not be sent home and orders must be placed on-line. If you do need an order form - please check in the Bush Hill Main Office.
Mark Your Calendar
Quarter End/Early Release, Diwali/Dia de los Muertos and All Saints Day, Student Holidays
Please plan accordingly
Thursday, October 31, is the last day of the first quarter and a two-hour early release for students. Bush Hill ES will dismiss at 1:55 PM.
Friday, November 1, is a holiday for Diwali, Dia de los Muertos, and All Saints Day. All schools and offices will be closed.
Schools will be closed for students on Monday, November 4, for a school planning day, and Tuesday, November 5, for a teacher workday.
See you on Wednesday, November 6th!
Here is the complete school year calendar and employee calendar.
Our Annual Fall Festival is this Saturday October 26, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Join us to enjoy music, games, face painting and Art with Kid Create Studio.
Come Hungry! Food to purchase will be available from DC Slices, Jaz & Fam and Mama’s Donut Bites.
Plus tables and demos from local businesses: Three Wishes Bookshop, Postpartum Wellness, Ohn Top Martial Arts, Girl Scouts AND MORE!
Please bring a canned good for a lock food bank for entry into the festival.
We can’t wait to see you Saturday.
We are still looking for volunteers. Click the link below to sign up!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BA4AD2DA0FCC07-52139648-fall
Teacher Workday Lunch Donations
First quarter is almost over and the PTA wants to sponsor a lunch for the teachers and staff who work hard each day to support our children. We will be bringing in lunch for them on Monday Nov 4th. Please donate via the link below https://bushhill.givebacks.com/store/items/1122168
Spiritwear
Wondering where to get Spiritwear? Check out some of the items we have on our Givebacks store, these you can purchase via Givebacks and the PTA can put them in your student's teacher's mailbox to send home.
Or check out online store always available if you want to get creative and pick your own style through 1st Place Spiritwear. https://1stplace.sale/97139
The PTA gets a portion of all the sales, thank you for your support!
PTA Reflections Program
This year Bush Hill PTA is proud to partner with VA and National PTA to participate in the Reflections program. Reflections engages students and their families in arts education activities by encouraging students to explore the arts for fun and recognition. Reflections provides an opportunity for students to express their creativity in one of 6 artistic categories:
- Dance Choreography
- Film Production
- Literature
- Music Compositions
- Photography
- Visual Art
The Reflections theme for 2024-2025 is “Accepting Imperfections.”
Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 6 students are encouraged to submit original works of art expressing this year’s theme; Reflections art works are being accepted now through Tuesday December 3. Please see the link to the student entry package below for detailed submission information. Contact PTA if there are additional questions/concerns, [email protected]; please put “Reflections” in the subject line.
Reflections Student Entry Packet
Stay up to date on all PTA events and opportunities by following us on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/BushHillES/ ; send any questions to [email protected]
Use the link to Volunteer Now! (https://shorturl.at/RvyVi)
Family Liaison Corner
Free Immunizations
🩹 FCPS Students Roll Up Their Sleeves for Free Immunizations
Safeway Pharmacy has been hosting free immunization clinics at Frost Middle School for any FCPS student age 18 or younger. The clinics are one of many ways FCPS is providing opportunities for students to receive their required immunizations.
The next clinic will be Monday, October 28, 3-7 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are highly encouraged to avoid wait times. A parent or guardian must accompany walk-in students age 18 or younger to provide consent. Learn more about immunization resources and registering in other languages for the Safeway clinic.
Please note that students age 19 and older may access free immunizations at their middle/high school immunization clinic, the Fairfax County Health Department or through other community resources.
🩹 Additional Immunization Clinics
The Fairfax County Health Department will provide immunization appointments at their district offices for FCPS elementary students on limited early release Mondays through December. All school-required immunizations will be offered at no cost. Call 703-246-7100 to make your appointment.
The health department will also host immunization clinics at FCPS middle and high schools through December. Clinics will take place during the school day. Students may only participate in the clinic at the school where they are enrolled. Parental/caregiver consent is required for students to receive immunizations. Please check the Immunization Resources page for clinic locations, dates, and how to submit a consent form.
FCPS Family Resource Center
SIBSHOPS: An Exciting, In-person Workshop for Brothers and Sisters of Children with Special Needs!
The Sibshop workshops are for children in grades 2-6 enrolled in Fairfax County Public Schools who have siblings with special needs. They will:
- Meet other siblings in a relaxed setting.
- Celebrate the many contributions made by brothers and sisters of children with special needs.
- Share sibling experiences and receive peer support.
- Play games and have fun!
November 5, 2024, 9 a.m.- noon
Pulley Center 6500 Quander Rd, Alexandria, VA 22307
Presented by FCPS School Social Work Services
Register Online
SIBTEEN: An Exciting, In-person Workshop for Brothers and Sisters of Children with Special Needs!
Attention FCPS parents!!! From the same people who brought you Sibshops, we are excited to introduce SibTeen!
SibTeen is a community-building group for Middle School siblings of children with disabilities. We have fun activities, both recreational and art-based, as well as discussion activities. It’s a unique opportunity for students to share about their lives and support each other while normalizing their life experiences. SibTeen is a place where participants will feel validated and understood and can build upon their community of support. And…. there will be food!
November 5, 2024, 1-4 p.m.
Pulley Center 6500 Quander Rd, Alexandria, VA 22307
Presented by FCPS School Social Work Services
Register Online
5 Ways to De-Escalate a Nuclear Meltdown & Stop the Shame Cycle: A Webinar for Families
Plans go awry, your child gets disappointed or doesn’t get their way. They begin getting upset. Rational talk doesn’t work. Nothing does. Now your child is in full meltdown mode and doesn’t hold back. What do you do?
Calm Parenting Podcast founder, Kirk Martin will show you:
- How to calm kids with big emotions.
- Exactly what to say in the moment and how.
- Why intensity is critical and why to avoid eye contact.
- How to stop the cycle of shame and embarrassment.
November 11, 2024, 10-11:30 a.m.
Register online
Language Arts and Literacy Instruction for Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities Accessing an Adapted Curriculum
Join us for an information session on the K-6 language arts and literacy curriculum for students with significant cognitive disabilities who access an adapted curriculum. This will include an overview of programming available to ensure evidence-based literacy instruction for all K-6 students.
Webinar Highlights:
- Virginia Literacy Act updates
- Components of evidence-based literacy instruction for students with significant cognitive disabilities
- Language arts and literacy programming for students who are accessing an adapted curriculum
Join the FCPS Office of Special Education Instruction, Adapted Curriculum Team for this important webinar.
November 12, 2024 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Register online
مهارات التنظيم والاداره (الوظائف التنفيذيه). Executive Functioning Skills
*presented in Arabic
اذا كنت تواجه صعوبات مع الأبناء فيما يتعلق بتنظيم الوقت وترتيب الأولويات ويتأثر بذلك أدائهم الدراسي والأنشطه اليوميه و سلوكياتهم أو اذا كنت ترغب في تنميه مهارات التنظيم والاداره لديهم فأنت مدعو لحضور
ندوه مقدمه باللغه العربيه عبر الزووم للتعرف علي مهارات الوظائف التنفيذيه ومراحل تطورها حسب كل مرحله عمريه وتأثيرها علي التعلم والسلوكيات والعلاقات الاجتماعيه بالاضافه الي كيفيه تنميتها وتحديد اي قصور لمعالجته من أجل أداء أكاديمي أفضل و مهارات سلوكيه واجتماعيه متطوره
Are your children having difficulty with organizing time and setting priorities? Does it effect their academic performance, daily activities, and behaviors? Do you want to develop their organization and management skills?
You are invited to attend a Webinar presented in Arabic via Zoom to learn about executive function skills and their stages of development according to each age group. In addition we will examine each skill’s impact on learning, behavior and social relationships You will learn how to develop the skills for better academic performance and advanced behavioral and social skills.
الأربعاء الثالت عشر من شهر نوفمبر (تشرين الثاني) 11/13/2024 من الساعه العاشره الي الحاديه عشر ونصف صباحا
November 13, 2024 10-11:30 a.m.
Register online
Teen Series: Building Resilience: Helping Teens Develop Coping Skills and Emotional Intelligence
Join us for a series of insightful sessions focusing on the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social aspects of teen development. Learn strategies to support resilience, mental health, and healthy boundaries, fostering a nurturing environment for adolescents to thrive.
Webinar Highlights:
- Learn resilience-building techniques.
- Develop emotional intelligence.
- Strengthen support networks.
November 16, 2024, 10-11:30 a.m.
Register online
Moving on to Life in the Community Resource Fair
This event is designed for students with developmental and intellectual disabilities who will need continuing support after they exit FCPS.
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When: Wednesday, November 13th, 2024, from 6:30pm - 8:30pm
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Where: Fairfax High School Cafeteria 3501 Lion Run Fairfax, VA 22030 (Enter through Door 1)
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What: Exhibitor Fair Learn about: supported employment options, day support programs, recreation/leisure activities, residential living options, travel training supports, advocacy, funding, and more! Interpretation: will be provided using Microsoft Translator on supported devices (a staffed help table will be available for participants)
Register online
Starting The Conversation About Drugs: A Webinar for Families
Drugs and drug prevention have become increasingly important topics in recent years.
Are you unsure about how to approach the topic of drugs with your child? Join us to learn how to navigate this importance discussion with confidence and ease!
Webinar Highlights
- Tips to start the conversation about drugs, as early as 4 years old
- Practical advice and real-world examples
- Strategies to prevent drug abuse
Presented by Beth Mohaupt, FCPS Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist
November 22, 2024 10-11:30 a.m.
Register online
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