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Health Room End of the Year Medication Information

Attention Parents of Current 6th Grade Students

We are pleased to invite you to our live and in-person 6th grade promotion!

Please save the date: Thursday, June 15th at 10:00am

Important Information: We will primarily have seating available to accommodate 2 guest per 6th grade student. We will not be able to seat a lot of additional people comfortably. Please be mindful when inviting guest of seating limitations as we wish every student to be joyfully represented.

More Information For 6th Grade Families

We’re taking a 6th panoramic photo on May 22nd!

All 6th graders and teachers will be photographed together. All orders must be placed online. The cost of each panoramic photo is $17. The photographers will not accept payments at the camera.
Because this date is scheduled close to the end of the school year, Lifetouch wants to ensure that all families receive their orders. Therefore, they will be shipping all panoramic pictures directly to families.

ORDER HERE - Also, the free shipping code is F22SHIP30.

On Friday, June 7th, Halley ES will celebrate FIELD DAY! To make this amazing event successful, we need parent volunteers.

Please consider signing up to support our Field Day event on Wednesday, June 7th, by using this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F094CA8AA23A1FE3-halley3. You can sign up for one session or for the full day.

Grades K, 1, & 2 from 10:00 – 12:00

Grades 3, 4, 5, & 6 from 1:00-3:00

Remember, we need you for this fun day, so please consider signing up and hanging out with your favorite HORNETS! On this day, we will have a modified lunch schedule to accommodate our field day activities. Students can either receive a bag lunch from school or pack a lunch from home. Please let your child’s teacher know if your student will bring a lunch from home, so we know how many bagged lunches to prepare at school. Thanks for your support on this!

"May Day May Day": Mental Health Awareness Month

6 Mental Health Activities for Kids to Practice at Home

Create a Journal Younger students are better able to communicate their feelings and emotions freely in a creative way.
Practice Gratitude Exercises Have students write notes about what they are grateful for and place it a jar (label it thankful jar)
Engage in Breathing Exercises A couple deep breaths can reset not only your child’s mind Deep breathing exercises and meditation can increase focus and compassion
Try Music Therapy Music can be used to encourage movement and relaxation Use Stress Balls and other sensory toys

Middle School Athletics Coming This Fall

Middle schools will start with cross country this fall. Track will follow in spring 2024.

Atletismo en la escuela intermedia a partir del otoño

FCPS ha designado fondos en el presupuesto para 2023-24 para las actividades atléticas de primavera y otoño de la escuela intermedia para apoyar el bienestar estudiantil sin costo para los estudiantes. Pendiente de la adopción del presupuesto, esta será la primera vez que FCPS ha ofrecido a estudiantes de escuelas intermedias la oportunidad de participar en programas deportivos extracurriculares.

Las escuelas intermedias comenzarán con “Cross Country” este otoño. Atletismo “Track” seguirá en la primavera de 2024.

Cualquier estudiante de escuela intermedia que quiera participar en atletismo tendrá que tener un examen de pre-participación (PPE) de la Liga de Escuelas Secundarias de Virginia (VHSL). El formulario de examen físico debe ser completado y firmado por un médico, enfermera o asistente médico. Las escuelas secundarias públicas del condado de Fairfax ofrecerán los PPE a un costo de $50 por estudiante hasta el 17 de junio. Los estudiantes que reciben comidas gratis o reducidas son elegibles para recibir un examen sin costo alguno. Obtenga más información sobre el PPE y el atletismo en las escuelas intermedia

People with ancestral roots in Asia and the islands of the Pacific have been integral to the story of America. In 1992, May was designated Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month to celebrate their heritage and contributions.

It’s never too soon to be thinking about summer, especially summer camps. Check out this comprehensive list of summer camps for all students from the Family Resource Center.

YOUR PARTNERS IN EDUCATION

Your Halley Administrative Team,

Mrs. Peerman, Principal

Mrs. Johnson-Tyler, Assistant Principal

Dee Hubbard, Interim Assistant Principa

Please join us for our End of Year PTO meeting!

Wednesday, May 24, 2023 - 6:45pm

This final meeting of the year is where we review all the amazing things we have accomplished this year, give our membership an update about our finances, and most importantly finalize our officers for the upcoming year.

Zoom link will be shared soon.

Stay in touch!

Make sure to join us on social media!

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Dear Halley Families,

As we began May this week, we are in full swing of our Spring end of year assessments including SOLs, as well as planning celebrations for the end of the year. This is the time of year when we can reflect on the amount of progress our students have made in all areas! Testing will continue through the month of May. Please encourage your student to rest well and eat a good breakfast before test day.

THANK YOU for showing and sharing the LOVE for our teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week! We were able to present gift cards and surprises through raffles and games. It was a lot of fun and we couldn’t have done it without YOU! Our community of parents and families helped us bring so much JOY to our AMAZING staff. On Wednesday, they enjoyed the tasty treats of Captain Cookie and the Milkman! Said one teacher, "This is the best gift ever!" We’re looking forward to our PTO luncheon coming next week!!! THANK YOU again for your love, donations, and gift cards!

Optional Family Input wanted for Class Placements 2022-2023

Creating class assignments for next year requires careful consideration and the involvement of many staff members. We know that a good teacher-student match and a productive mix of children are ingredients for success. Please Use this form/ usa este formulario to share information about your child that the school staff should know, particularly regarding friendships or neighborhood factors, by Friday, May 12, 2023. Our teachers and staff use this information to create preliminary class groupings in the end of May.

We also ask that you do not request specific teachers. Due to the many factors, we must consider in creating classroom placements, including the reassignment of some teachers to a different grade level and the hiring of new teachers, requests for a specific teacher cannot be honored. Therefore, we cannot accept a letter that has a specific teacher listed as a request for next school year. It is far more valuable to share particular academic or behavioral needs or concerns. Also, we cannot honor requests to place your child with friends. We defer to the placement team on assignments and cannot guarantee friend requests.

Be assured that with or without a parent letter, your child’s strengths and needs are considered in this lengthy and complex process.

Thank you for sharing this important information with us so we can best meet your child’s needs next year!

Information For 6th Grade Families

We’re taking a 6th panoramic photo on May 22nd!

All 6th graders and teachers will be photographed together. All orders must be placed online. The Link for ordering with be shared soon. The photographers will not accept payments at the camera. Also…

Save the Date: Thursday, June 15 – 6th Grade Promotion

Social Emotional Screener Reports

Twice a year, students in grades 3-12 share their perspectives on how well their school and community help them develop skills they need to succeed through the Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener. These skills include achieving goals, understanding and managing emotions, establishing and maintaining relationships with adults and peers, and making responsible decisions. Students also share how successful their school and community are at making them feel valued, included, and supported. These factors are critical to positive academic, social, and emotional success.

Spring 2023 SEL Screener results will be mailed to families in mid-May. The Social Emotional Learning Screener Parent/Guardian Report and Guide has been updated to better reflect how SEL Screener results are used to support school and districtwide planning, in addition to supports for individual students. Visit the FCPS SEL Screener webpage for information in multiple languages, including tips for talking with your student about the report and strategies for strengthening SEL at home

Community Conversation School Safety and Security

FCPS will host a community conversation to discuss our approach to safety and security, and the work we do every day to keep our schools safe. Join us Monday, May 8, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at South Lakes High School. Registration information will be available soon.

FCPS staff and experts will review our risk assessment processes, the physical measures we already have in place to protect our students and staff, pilot programs to detect vaping, and how we communicate and collaborate with our partners when there is an incident at our schools.

Make Sure Your Child Is Up-to-Date on Vaccines

All students are required to be immunized against certain communicable diseases to attend school in Virginia. It is important for all students to receive the required immunizations.

Please talk with your family healthcare provider about whether or not your children are up to date on their vaccines before the new school year begins. Submit updated immunization records to your school as soon as possible. Get more information on immunization requirements and the necessary documentation.

Elementary Institute for The Arts

Students in all FCPS schools can enroll in the Elementary Institute for the Arts (EIFTA). EIFTA is a weekly arts enrichment program for students in rising 3rd through 6th grades and will be held during the month of July. Students take classes in art, music, theatre, and dance every day.

Transportation is provided from around the county. Tuition assistance is available for students who qualify. Check out the website for more information or email [email protected].

FCPS News

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

Mental Health Care for High Schoolers
Register Today for FCPS Summer Camps
Student Bus Passes

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, sign up today.

Office of the Ombuds: At Your Service!

Do you have questions or concerns about Fairfax County Public Schools? If so, reach out to the Office of the Ombuds, an independent, impartial, informal, and confidential resource for employees, parents/caregivers, students, and the community. Ombuds staff members are eager to listen and assist with navigating the school division. They will also offer options and resources to help resolve challenges.

Contact the Office of the Ombuds at 571-423-4014, at [email protected], or via the “Submit a Question” button on their webpage. The team looks forward to serving you!

SOL Testing Calendar 2023

SOL testing will be taking place in the month of May this year for students in grades 3-6. The SOL assessments are content assessments that measure a student’s growth in Mathematics, Reading, and Science (5th grade only).

These tests will be conducted during the dates listed in the table below. It is important that your child attend school on the dates designated for them to test. Please ensure your child gets plenty of rest the night prior. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Buchko, our school testing coordinator at [email protected].

The PTO REALLY NEEDS YOU!

We are currently looking for anyone interested in being a part of the 2023-2024 Board next year!

2023 - 2024 PTO Board

Open Positions

Looking for ways to become more active in our school community? Join the PTO Board! We will be electing a President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary to serve for the July 2023-June 2024 term. Reach out to [email protected] to express your interest and find out more about what is involved in each role!

Without volunteers the PTO will not exist and all that PTO provides will not happen for our students. If you are even a little interested, we would love to have you part of the team.

Watch this short video to learn more about the event, including guest speakers. We encourage registrants who need language assistance to call the Parent Information Phone Lines.

When: June 6, 2023

Time: 9:30 – 11:30 and 12- 2

Theme: “Your future is Bright!”

Whatever your job, students at Halley would like to hear about it!

WE NEED SPEAKERS!

Come for an hour or two and tell us all about your job. Presenters will speak for about 20 minutes per class, visiting 2-4 classes. Tell us what your education or training is, and what skills you need to do well. Share both what you like about your job and what is challenging or interesting about it.

For more information or to sign-up, please contact Assistant Principals, Mrs. Johnson-Tyler, and Mrs. Zamora!

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YOUR PARTNERS IN EDUCATION

We are honored to work with you this year and will work every day to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for your child. We can't do it alone. Please contact us if there is anything we can do to further support your child's learning and experience at Halley. We are here to listen and partner with you to help your child have a successful school year!

Your Halley Administrative Team,

Mrs. Peerman, Principal

Mrs. Johnson-Tyler, Assistant Principal

Mrs. Zamora, Assistant Principal

Stay in touch!

Make sure to join us on social media!

8850 Cross Chase Circle, Fairfax Station 22039 | Phone: 703-551-5700

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Optional Family Input wanted for Class Placements 2022-2023

Be assured that with or without a parent letter, your child’s strengths and needs are considered in this lengthy and complex process.

Thank you for sharing this important information with us so we can best meet your child’s needs next year!

Thank you for all who was able to join us for Halley’s Family Curriculum Week!

We loved seeing You!

We’ll share photos very soon.

May is a national month of recognition of the history of Jewish contributions to American culture, acknowledging the diverse achievement of the Jewish community in the U.S. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.

Community Conversation School Safety and Security

SOL Testing Calendar 2023

The PTO REALLY NEEDS YOU!

We are currently looking for anyone interested in being a part of the 2023-2024 Board next year!

2023 - 2024 PTO Board Open Positions

Without volunteers the PTO will not exist and all that PTO provides will not happen for our students. If you are even a little interested, we would love to have you part of the team.

Watch this short video to learn more about the event, including guest speakers. We encourage registrants who need language assistance to call the Parent Information Phone Lines.

When: June 6, 2023 Time: 9:30 – 11:30 and 12- 2

Theme: “Your future is Bright!”

Whatever your job, students at Halley would like to hear about it!

WE NEED SPEAKERS!

For more information or to sign-up, please contact Assistant Principals, Mrs. Johnson-Tyler, and Mrs. Zamora!

Save the Date! Safety and Security Town Hall

On Monday, May 8, FCPS will hold a town hall to discuss our approach to safety and security and the work we do every day to keep our schools safe.

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YOUR PARTNERS IN EDUCATION

Your Halley Administrative Team,

Mrs. Peerman, Principal

Mrs. Johnson-Tyler, Assistant Principal

Mrs. Zamora, Assistant Principal

Stay in touch!

Make sure to join us on social media!

8850 Cross Chase Circle, Fairfax Station 22039 | Phone: 703-551-5700

Attendance: 703-551-5757 or email HalleyES.Attendance

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On Monday, April 24, we will have our Spring Picture Day!

During Spring Pictures, students will take an individual and class photo.

Order forms have gone home to families.

Optional Family Input wanted for Class Placements 2022-2023

We also ask that you do not request specific teachers. Due to the many factors we must consider in creating classroom placements, including the reassignment of some teachers to a different grade level and the hiring of new teachers, requests for a specific teacher cannot be honored. Therefore, we cannot accept a letter that has a specific teacher listed as a request for next school year. It is far more valuable to share particular academic or behavioral needs or concerns. Also, we cannot honor requests to place your child with friends. We defer to the placement team on assignments and cannot guarantee friend requests.

Be assured that with or without a parent letter, your child’s strengths and needs are considered in this lengthy and complex process.

Thank you for sharing this important information with us so we can best meet your child’s needs next year!

Teacher Appreciation Week is coming up! Our teachers and staff are SUPERHEROES, and we want to celebrate them. During the first week of May we want them to feel our love. We are in awe and honored to have such a fantastic team of DIFFERENCE MAKERS!

For our Teacher and Staff Celebration Week, we are looking for gift-card donations to add for gifts and surprises throughout the week that teachers can win in raffles. We need your help please! We would appreciate all gift card items by April 28th. Please use THIS FORM to submit gift card donations. We will be grateful for any amount! You may also contact Mrs. Peerman at [email protected]. Thank you!

Please join us for Halley’s Family Curriculum Week!

Each grade will offer a special time for parents/guardians to visit to see your student and school in action. Teachers will communicate more specific information for their classroom and grade.

Questions? Please reach out to your child’s teacher.

Dates and times are noted below!

SOL Testing Calendar 2023

When: June 6, 2023 Time: 9:30 – 11:30 and 12- 2

Theme: “Your future is Bright!”

Whatever your job, students at Halley would like to hear about it!

WE NEED SPEAKERS!

For more information or to sign-up, please contact Assistant Principals, Mrs. Johnson-Tyler, and Mrs. Zamora!

Register for the Special Education Conference

The FCPS Special Education Conference will take place on Saturday, April 29, from 9 a.m.-12:15 p.m.This year's theme is Unity Within Our FCPS Community. Registration is now for this virtual event. Watch this short video to learn more about the event, including guest speakers. We encourage registrants who need language assistance to call the Parent Information Phone Lines.

Save the Date! Safety and Security Town Hall

On Monday, May 8, FCPS will hold a town hall to discuss our approach to safety and security and the work we do every day to keep our schools safe.

New Event: Fentanyl and Other Drugs in FCPS - A Community Conversation with Free REVIVE! Narcan Training

Last month, FCPS hosted a conversation on the dangers of fentanyl. Most fatal overdoses in Fairfax County in recent years involved fentanyl.

FCPS will hold a second event with new information focused on the opioid crisis in Fairfax County Public Schools. The conversation will continue on Monday, April 24, 6:30 to 8 p.m., at Woodson High School. Families and students will learn how, as a community, we can partner to reduce the impact of these harmful—and often deadly—drugs. All attendees will receive a free REVIVE! Narcan training during the event and learn about support services currently available within FCPS and Fairfax County.

Childcare will be available. Transportation will also be available from select schools throughout the county. View the registration page for details.

Visit our Opioid Awareness webpage for more information. Visit the Fairfax County Government webpage on opioids for information on how you can take action and get help for yourself or loved ones.

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YOUR PARTNERS IN EDUCATION

Your Halley Administrative Team,

Mrs. Peerman, Principal

Mrs. Johnson-Tyler, Assistant Principal

Mrs. Zamora, Assistant Principal

Stay in touch!

Make sure to join us on social media!

The PTO REALLY NEEDS YOU!

We are currently looking for anyone interested in being a part of the 2023-2024 Board next year!

Please contact [email protected] if you’re interested!

Without volunteers the PTO will not exist and all that PTO provides will not happen for our students. If you are even a little interested, we would love to have you part of the team.

8850 Cross Chase Circle, Fairfax Station 22039 | Phone: 703-551-5700

Attendance: 703-551-5757 or email HalleyES.Attendance

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Love and Farewell to Mrs. Keefer!

Our beloved Mrs. Keefer will be moving to a new school. Mrs. Keefer has been an amazing office assistant at Halley for many years and we don’t know what we will do without her! Over the years, she has taken extraordinary care of our school, students and families. She will be greatly missed.

We wish Mrs. Keefer infinite blessings and joy on her new journey!

#Once a Hornet, always a Hornet

For our Teacher and Staff Celebration Week, we are looking for gift-card donations to add for gifts and surprises throughout the week that teachers can win in raffles. We need your help please! We would appreciate all gift card items by April 20th. Please use THIS FORM to submit gift card donations. We will be grateful for any amount! You may also contact Mrs. Peerman at [email protected]. Thank you!

Please join us for Halley’s Family Curriculum Week!

Each grade will offer a special time for parents/guardians to visit to see your student and school in action. Teachers will communicate more specific information for their classroom and grade.

Questions? Please reach out to your child’s teacher.

Dates and times are noted below!

Academic Matters: Curriculum for Core Content Added to Website

At the March 30 School Board meeting, Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid presented updates to curriculum overview on the FCPS website during the Academic Matters segment. Parents/caregivers can see what their students are learning in their core classes by grade level. We hope this information will allow us to better partner with parents and caregivers to support academic success.

As stated on each grade level and course page, the objectives and outcomes for each unit are common across FCPS and based on the Virginia Standards of Learning. The pacing provides an example of how the curriculum can be organized throughout the year. Teacher teams may adjust the pacing or order of units to best meet the needs of students.

Information will be updated at the start of each school year. To access the grade level and/or course pages directly, visit our Academics page.

SOL Testing Calendar 2023

We are hoping to organize an amazing Career Day for our Hornets!

When: June 6, 2023

Time: 9:30 – 11:30 and 12- 2

Theme: “Your future is Bright!”

Whatever your job, students at Halley would like to hear about it!

WE NEED SPEAKERS!

For more information or to sign-up, please contact Assistant Principals, Mrs. Johnson-Tyler, and Mrs. Zamora!

Month of the Military Child

April is the Month of the Military Child! Every year we take the opportunity to recognize military-connected youth for their service and contribution to our community. Fairfax County Public Schools is proud to have over 14,000 military-connected youth as a part of our student body. We appreciate the varied life experiences they bring to our school community, and recognize their strength and resilience. Learn more about Month of the Military Child and FCPS’ resources for military families.

🥕 Real Food for Kids Culinary Challenge

The Real Food for Kids Culinary Challenge is Saturday, April 15, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Robinson Secondary School. The event includes a public tasting of student dishes and demonstrations from Chef Ryan Moore of Sababa and Chef Kevin Tien of Moon Rabbit. The public is invited to vote for their favorite dish. Winning dishes have been featured in cafeterias across FCPS and other area school districts. For more information or to register, visit the Real Food for Kids website.

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YOUR PARTNERS IN EDUCATION

Your Halley Administrative Team,

Mrs. Peerman, Principal

Mrs. Johnson-Tyler, Assistant Principal

Mrs. Zamora, Assistant Principal

Stay in touch!

Make sure to join us on social media!

The PTO REALLY NEEDS YOU!

We are currently looking for anyone interested in being a part of the 2023-2024 Board next year!

Please contact [email protected] if you’re interested!

Without volunteers the PTO will not exist and all that PTO provides will not happen for our students. If you are even a little interested, we would love to have you part of the team.

8850 Cross Chase Circle, Fairfax Station 22039 | Phone: 703-551-5700

Attendance: 703-551-5757 or email HalleyES.Attendance

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Our Hornets are excited to celebrate Spring Break next week. We hope you have a wonderful, safe, and relaxing time and that our Little Hornets are able to fill the break with things that bring them much joy.

As a reminder, April 3 - April 7 is spring break. Schools and school offices will be closed. We wish our students and teachers a happy and restful Spring Break! Students will return to school on Monday, April 10, 2023. See the complete 2022-23 school year calendar.+

Have a wonderful Spring Break!

Blessings,

Mrs. Peerman, Mrs. Johnson-Tyler, and Mrs. Zamora

Advanced Academic Programs (AAP) Spring Newsletter

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is committed to challenging all students through talent development and differentiated instruction to meet the needs of advanced learners. Visit the AAP Spring Newsletter for details and referral information.

Halley’s Kindergarten Orientation Thursday, April 13th. 3:00 – 4:00pm

Halley’s Kindergarten Orientation will be held on Thursday, April 13, 2023, from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Come and meet the staff, learn more about kindergarten in FCPS and at Halley, and enjoy meeting families of other rising kindergarten students. Share with your friends and neighbors.

More information about registering for kindergarten can be found on the Halley webpageor the FCPS Webpage

There’s an easy five-step process outlined for parents looking to register their child for kindergarten:

Determine eligibility.
Identify your local school.
Gather documents.
Fill out forms.
Schedule an appointment.

After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation, Bridge to Kindergarten, or any other introductory events each school may host. Read more about the registration process.

Please contact with our registrar Nicole Kendall, with any inquiries: [email protected].

We are hoping to organize an amazing Career Day for our Hornets!

When: June 6, 2023

Time: 9:30 – 11:30 and 12- 2

Theme: “Your future is Bright!”

Whatever your job, students at Halley would like to hear about it!

WE NEED SPEAKERS!

Come for an hour or two and tell our students about all about your job. Presenters will speak for about 20 minutes per class, visiting 2-4 classes. Tell us what your education or training is, and what skills you need to do well. Share both what you like about your job and what is challenging or interesting about it. For more information or to sign-up, please contact Assistant Principals, Mrs. Johnson-Tyler, and Mrs. Zamora!

Parent Information Line Available in Eight Languages

Parent Information Line Available in Eight Languages

Parents who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese can call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS and to receive support if they are having difficulty communicating with their children's schools due to a language barrier

No-Cost Mental Health Teletherapy for Students Starting April 10

FCPS has partnered with Hazel Health to begin offering virtual mental health services to high school students via live video sessions. Starting Monday, April 10, parents/caregivers who have been struggling to find a therapist for their child or who notice changes in their child’s behavior will be able to connect them virtually with a licensed therapist.

Teletherapy services for students are short-term, evidence-based, and culturally-responsive. Teletherapy is available on any device, Monday through Friday from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Therapists will be locally-licensed clinicians; 50% of whom identify as Black, Indigenous, or people of color (BIPOC); and 40% of whom are bilingual. More than 15 languages are available.

Hazel Health’s licensed therapists can help students who are experiencing:

Mood/behavior changes, lack of motivation, grief/loss.
Anxiety, worry, fears.
Bullying, sexual identity challenges, challenging peer and family relationships.
Academic stress.

The first step for parents is to provide information through an opt-in form. Visit FCPS’ Teletherapy webpage for details

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YOUR PARTNERS IN EDUCATION

Your Halley Administrative Team,

Mrs. Peerman, Principal

Mrs. Johnson-Tyler, Assistant Principal

Mrs. Zamora, Assistant Principal

Stay in touch!

Make sure to join us on social media!

The PTO REALLY NEEDS YOU!

We are currently looking for anyone interested in being a part of the 2023-2024 Board next year!

Please contact [email protected] if you’re interested!

Without volunteers the PTO will not exist and all that PTO provides will not happen for our students. If you are even a little interested, we would love to have you part of the team.

8850 Cross Chase Circle, Fairfax Station 22039 | Phone: 703-551-5700

Attendance: 703-551-5757 or email HalleyES.Attendance

See the complete 2022-23 school year calendar.

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Spring Break, April 3-7th - No School

Reminder, students have an early release on Thursday, April 13.

There is no school for students on Friday, April 14, for a teacher work day.

Please Help Celebrate Our Teachers

For our Teacher and Staff Celebration Week, we are looking for gift-card donations to add for gifts and surprises throughout the week that teachers can win in raffles. We need your help please! We would appreciate all gift card items by April 20th. Please use THIS FORM to submit gift card donations. We will be grateful for any amount! You may also contact Mrs. Peerman at [email protected]. Thank you!

Career Day 2023

We are hoping to organize an amazing Career Day for our Hornets!

When: June 6, 2023

Time: 9:30 – 11:30 and 12- 2

Theme: “Your future is Bright!”

Do you drive a truck, fly a plane, or sail a boat?

Do you work in a bank or a store or an office?

Can you build a house or fix a computer

Do you take care of other people?

Whatever your job, students at Halley would like to hear about it!

WE NEED SPEAKERS!

For more information or to sign-up, please contact Assistant Principals, Mrs. Johnson-Tyler, and Mrs. Zamora!

Please Update Your Emergency Care Information

Fairfax County Public Schools provides [email protected] (weCare), an emergency care information system, to parents/caregivers who have registered for their own parent account.

weCare helps manage emergency medical information by allowing parents/caregivers to enter and update their children’s medical data online at their convenience. That contact information automatically enrolls parents/caregivers to receive critical updates from the district and their child’s school through the eNotify system. FCPS uses eNotify to communicate emergency, transportation, attendance, weather closing and delay, and essential outreach messages. Messages are sent by email, text, and occasionally by phone.

Learn more about updating your emergency care information.

Strings Camp

Exciting news! SoCo Summer Strings is returning this summer! This Strings camp will be at South County Middle School from July 10th-21st from 8:30am-12:30pm on weekdays. Camp is open to all rising 5th-9th grade students with at least one year of Strings experience. Students will learn new music, make friends, and improve on their instrument!

You can find more information and registration for camp at www.schsorchestra.org/soco-summer-strings. Early registration is from March 1st to June 9th, 2023 so sign up soon!

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Halley’s Kindergarten Orientation Thursday, April 13th 3:00 – 4:00pm It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…

There’s an easy five-step process outlined for parents looking to register their child for kindergarten:

Determine eligibility.
Identify your local school.
Gather documents.
Fill out forms.
Schedule an appointment.

Please contact with our registrar Nicole Kendall, with any inquiries: [email protected].

Proposed Updates to Student Rights and Responsibilities

The Department of Special Services will be hosting two virtual meetings for the FCPS community regarding proposed updates to the Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R) Regulation. Please join one of the meetings below via Zoom (click the date to register):

Monday, March 27, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Participants will have an opportunity to learn about the suggested updates and ask questions via Zoom Chat. Language interpretation will be available in Spanish. A certified deaf interpreter will be available as well.

Beginning Monday, March 20, families and staff will also be able to provide feedback on proposed updates to the SR&R via a short survey. Please stay tuned for details. Visit FCPS’ website for more information

National Women’s History Month

Every year, March is designated Women’s History Month by presidential proclamation. The month is set aside to honor women’s contributions in American history. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Read more about Women’s History Month in National Geographic Kids.

Equity in Education Month

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS)—in conjunction with the Virginia School Boards Association—observes March as Equity in Education Month, a division-wide opportunity to deepen our commitment to creating a climate and curriculum where all students receive the resources they need to reach their fullest potential.

Disability Awareness Month

In March people throughout the United States will celebrate Women’s History Month and Disability Awareness Month. Both histories are foundational parts of American history. Students deserve meaningful, sustained opportunities to learn about the experiences and contributions of this history year-round, and the celebration of Women’s History Month and Disability Awareness month are opportunities to honor these diverse and important stories.

Resources for Women's History Month and Disability Awareness Month are available for teachers across content areas as part of the FCPS Multiple Perspectives Hub. Teachers and school leaders will find ideas for classroom learning experiences across content areas and grade levels. Resources curated specifically for the social studies curriculum are also available on the new Women's History 180 document and Disability Awareness 180 document.

School Hours and General Information

Our school hours are from 9:20 a.m. to 4:05 p.m. Monday through Friday.

School doors open at 9:10 a.m. each day to begin receiving students. We do not have adult supervision before 9:10am.

Please call the attendance line at 703-551-5700 to report a tardy or absence.

2022-23 School Calendar

View a printable version of the 2022-2023 calendar or find a list view of the calendar on the FCPS Calendar webpage.

School Board Approves 2023-24 School Year Calendar

The Fairfax County School Board approved a calendar for the 2023-24, 2024-25, and 2025-26 school years at their February 9 meeting. Learn more about the approved calendar.

The first day of the 2023-24 school year will be Monday, August 21, and the last day will be Wednesday, June 12.

Developing a school year calendar is a balancing act, involving multiple factors that must be considered. Community input is one of those factors, and we appreciate our community for being involved in the calendar development process.

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YOUR PARTNERS IN EDUCATION

Your Halley Administrative Team,

Mrs. Peerman, Principal

Mrs. Johnson-Tyler, Assistant Principal

Mrs. Zamora, Assistant Principal

Stay in touch!

Make sure to join us on social media!

We are currently looking for anyone interested in being a part of the 2023-2024 Board next year!

Please contact [email protected] if you’re interested!

Without volunteers the PTO will not exist and all that PTO provides will not happen for our students. If you are even a little interested, we would love to have you part of the team.

8850 Cross Chase Circle, Fairfax Station 22039 | Phone: 703-551-5700

Attendance: 703-551-5757 or email HalleyES.Attendance

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Hello Halley Families!

Happy Friday!! We cannot believe that the fourth quarter has started! As we begin this last quarter and prepare for end of year activities and assessments, it is important that students are coming to school well rested and ready for the day!

Teacher Appreciation Week is coming up! Our teachers and staff are SUPER HEROS, and we want to celebrate them. During the first week of May we want them to feel our love. We are in awe and honored to have such a fantastic team of DIFFERENCE MAKERS!

For our Teacher and Staff Celebration Week, we are looking for gift-card donations to add for gifts and surprises throughout the week that teachers can win in raffles. We need your help please! We would appreciate all gift card items by April 20th. Please use THIS Halley Teacher Appreciation Form to submit gift card donations. We will be grateful for any amount! You may also contact Mrs. Peerman at Klpe[email protected]. Thank you - we appreciate your assistance!

As always, please let us know if you have any questions, celebrations, or concerns.

Blessings and Joy! Mrs. Peerman, Mrs. Johnson-Tyler, and Mrs. Zamora

Career Day 2023

We are hoping to organize an amazing Career Day for our Hornets!

When: June 6, 2023

Time: 9:30 – 11:30 and 12- 2

Theme: “Your future is Bright!”

Do you drive a truck, fly a plane, or sail a boat?

Do you work in a bank or a store or an office?

Can you build a house or fix a computer

Do you take care of other people?

Whatever your job, students at Halley would like to hear about it!

WE NEED SPEAKERS!

For more information or to sign-up, please contact Assistant Principals, Mrs. Johnson-Tyler, and Mrs. Zamora!

Halley ES recognizes that students who celebrate Ramadan may need a quiet space for prayer or reflection during the school day. We also know that some of our students who are fasting may also want an alternative to going into the cafeteria during lunch. Please let your child’s teacher know if either of these options is something your child needs.

This year, the first day of Ramadan is Wednesday, March 22. Ramadan is the most sacred month of the year, a time for spiritual discipline for Muslims, who believe it was during this month that God revealed the first verses of the Quran to Mohammed. Read more about Ramadan in National Geographic Kids.

Ramadan begins with a half “O Day” on March 22, followed by an O Day on March 23. The school calendar recognizes many religious and cultural observances (O days) during the school year. There is school on these days, however, the School Board has directed that tests, quizzes, field trips, graduation, homecoming, or FCPS-scheduled athletic events will not be held on these observance days. Half O days are full school days, but important events will not be held after school on those days. See the complete 2022-23 School Year Calendar.

ybpay.com. Yearbook ID: 14455723 Halley’s Kindergarten Orientation

Thursday, April 13th.

3:00 – 4:00pm

More details will be shared soon.

Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…

There’s an easy five-step process outlined for parents looking to register their child for kindergarten:

Determine eligibility.
Identify your local school.
Gather documents.
Fill out forms.
Schedule an appointment.

Spanish: Inscripción para el Kindergarten: Es tan fácil como 1-2-3... Los padres que deseen matricular a sus hijos al Kindergarten deben seguir un sencillo proceso de cinco pasos:

Determinar la elegibilidad.
Identifique su escuela local.
Reunir documentos.
Rellenar los formularios.
Programar una cita.

Después de la cita en la escuela (el estudiante y uno de los tutores deben estar presentes), el estudiante estará listo para la orientación, Bridge to Kindergarten, o cualquier otro evento introductorio que cada escuela pueda organizar. Más información sobre el proceso de inscripción.

Please contact with our registrar Nicole Kendall, with any inquiries: [email protected].

Understanding Virginia Growth Assessment (VGA) Reports

Grade 3-8 students across Virginia took VGA tests in fall and winter of 2022-23. FCPS mailed score reports to families earlier this month that combine Fall and Winter results. When viewing students’ scores, it is important to keep in mind that there is no “passing” or “failing” for VGA tests and that each vertical scaled score reflects performance on a single day. VGA results should be used alongside other available data for a more complete picture of students’ academic progress. Also keep in mind that the VGA asks questions from the entire curriculum, including some standards that will not be taught until later in the school year.

The FCPS VGA Score Reports webpage now includes a section on Understanding VGA Results, featuring Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ). This section will continue to be updated throughout the spring to address incoming questions and to reflect additional state guidance as it is released.

Proposed Updates to Student Rights and Responsibilities

FCPS Webinars

Have you checked out the hundreds of video FCPS Parent Resource Center offers? Their webinars cover an arrange of topics! From managing home and life balance to special education. FCPS Parent Resource Center Webinars

IEP Webinars

Here are three additional IEP-related webinars available on the PRC YouTube channel:

The 2023 FCPS Special Education Conference will take place virtually on Saturday, April 29th. Please share the attached flyer with your families. More information is available at www.fcps.edu/Special-Education-Conference

For Military Families

There is a special FCPS Padlet for military families. Check out Military Families Padlet for a one stop location of resources.

FCPS Military Family Webinars

FCPS has a series of webinars covering frequent challenges of military families and how to support them at home through school transitions and more. FCPS Military Families Webinar

FCPS Purple UP T-shirts available to order!

April is the Month of the Military Child and Virginia’s Purple Up! Day is Wednesday, April 19. The FCPS Purple Up! t-shirt is available for order now through March 16th.

Purple Up! FCPS!

Order Here!

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YOUR PARTNERS IN EDUCATION

Your Halley Administrative Team,

Mrs. Peerman, Principal

Mrs. Johnson-Tyler, Assistant Principal

Mrs. Zamora, Assistant Principal

Stay in touch!

Make sure to join us on social media!

The PTO NEEDS YOU!

We are currently looking for anyone interested in being a part of the 2023-2024 Board next year!

Most of our board will be rotating off as our terms are up. Our Halley ES community needs a few people to step up and take the reins!

Without volunteers the PTO will not exist and all that PTO provides will not happen for our students. If you are even a little interested, we would love to begin a conversation with you.

8850 Cross Chase Circle, Fairfax Station 22039 | Phone: 703-551-5700

Attendance: 703-551-5757 or email HalleyES.Attendance

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Daylight Saving Time Begins

Sunday, March 12, at 2 a.m., daylight saving time begins. Don’t forget to move your clocks ahead one hour! As a result of the time change, many students will be walking to school or to bus stops in the dark. Help your child stay safe by having them wear reflective clothing and bright or light colors or add reflective items to their backpacks or clothes.

Also, encourage your child to be especially alert for cars that are turning or backing up and not to run into the street or cross between parked cars.

Career Day 2023

We are hoping to organize Career Day, “Your future is Bright!” in early June. We are looking for community & parent volunteers to share about their work/professions with students. The purpose of our career fair is further prepare our students to be global citizens for the future and provide them with information about the World of Work.

We are looking for ALL KINDS of occupations, business owners, hourly/salary, part-time/ full-time, any and all industries. We want to give students the best idea of the MANY exciting options available to them after they graduate high school.

Speak about your career and:

Give students a chance to see themselves represented in different career paths
Participate and let your child see you involved at their school
Network with the other parent and community volunteer presenters!

For more information or to sign-up, please contact Assistant Principals, Mrs. Johnson-Tyler, and Mrs. Zamora!

Salad Bar is Returning!

We are excited to announce that the beloved salad bar will be returning to Halley to start on Monday, March 13th! With this shift, our teachers have been working with our students to introduce or re-introduce the procedures to transition smoothly mid-year. We have also attached a resource for you to review with your child.

Our current lunch schedule as well as lunch price will remain the same during this transition. For your reference, you can view the menu here and if able, we continue to encourage the use of My School Bucks to pay for your child’s lunch electronically.

Language Translation on FCPS Websites

In a continued effort to prioritize access for our diverse communities, FCPS is launching a language translation feature that will be available on every division and school webpage. The feature has been added to the header at the top of the page and will scroll with the user as they navigate the page.

Learn more about our new translation feature.

Opioid Awareness Meeting: The Dangers of Fentanyl in Our Community

Link to Video

Substance abuse and related behavioral health problems can have a major impact on students, families, and communities. These impacts have become even more serious because of the increasing prevalence of fentanyl in drugs and other substances. Fentanyl is an incredibly powerful and dangerous opioid. Small amounts of fentanyl can easily lead to life-threatening overdoses. In 2021, fentanyl was identified in 77.14% of U.S. adolescent overdose deaths. There is nothing more important to us than the safety and wellbeing of our students, families, and communities. Fairfax Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid invites you to join her for a community meeting on opioid awareness, Monday, March 13, 6:30-8 p.m., at Fairfax High School.

Dr. Reid will be joined by Chief Kevin Davis of the Fairfax County Police Department, in welcoming the community to engage in this important conversation. Major Thea Pirnat of the Fairfax County Organized Crime and Intelligence Bureau will share information about drug trends in Fairfax County.

The Overdose Prevention Initiative: Outreach on Invisible Dangers, led by the United States Attorney’s Office Eastern District of Virginia in partnership with the Drug Enforcement Administration, will present testimonials from individuals affected by the opioid epidemic, medical experts, and law enforcement representatives.

Attendees will have an opportunity to ask questions about how Fairfax County agencies are working together to address these opioid issues in our community. Watch the video and learn more on our website. Register for the March 13 event.

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ybpay.com. Yearbook ID: 14455723 Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…

There’s an easy five-step process outlined for parents looking to register their child for kindergarten:

Determine eligibility.
Identify your local school.
Gather documents.
Fill out forms.
Schedule an appointment.

Spanish: Inscripción para el Kindergarten: Es tan fácil como 1-2-3... Los padres que deseen matricular a sus hijos al Kindergarten deben seguir un sencillo proceso de cinco pasos:

Determinar la elegibilidad.
Identifique su escuela local.
Reunir documentos.
Rellenar los formularios.
Programar una cita.

Please contact with our registrar Nicole Kendall, with any inquiries: [email protected].

Halley’s Kindergarten Orientation: Thursday, April 13th.

More details will be shared soon.

Free MCCP Dental Hygiene Clinic

Medical Care for Children Partnership (MCCP) offers access to comprehensive medical and dental care to eligible children of working families in Fairfax County. We are thrilled to be able to partner with the MAP Clinic to bring dental care directly to your neighborhood this week.

With our state-of-the- art Dental Van and amazing dental hygienists, we will be offering free dental screenings for uninsured children 3-18 years old. If further urgent dental treatment is needed, information will be given to parents about who to call. We will also bring free goody bags for each child seen. First come first serve. Sign up on that day for 11 a.m, 12 noon or 1 p.m. appointments. Children must have a parent present.

Our DENTAL VANS will visit Culmore United Methodist Church 3400 Charles St, Falls Church Date: Thursday, March 9, 2023 Time: 11 AM – 2 PM

We hope to meet you at that time, and we are happy to answer questions in English and Spanish about our programs and how to keep your child's teeth healthy.

Dental Resources:

HealthWorks, 703-443-2000, press 2 for dental services
Howard University School of Dentistry, 202-806-0007
Neighborhood Health, 703-535-5568, press 9 for dental services
Northern Virginia Community College Restorative Clinic, 703-822-6607 Northern Virginia Dental Clinic, 703-820-7170
Washington Hospital Center, 202-877-6737

Dentists For Children:

Neighborhood Health Dental Clinics- (703) 535-5568 (Alexandria and Annandale locations)

Dentists For Adults:

Howard University School of Dentistry, 202-806-0007.

Neighborhood Health

Annandale office, 703-535-5568
Alexandria office, 703-535-5568
Northern Virginia Community College Restorative Clinic, 703-822- 6607
Northern Virginia Dental Clinic, 703-820-7170.
Washington Hospital Center, 202-877-6737

Private Dentists for Adults and Children:

Dr. Le 888-537-3275
Andina Dentistry (703) 223-2440
Medicaid patients: Use the website DentaQuest to find a dentist

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YOUR PARTNERS IN EDUCATION

Your Halley Administrative Team,

Mrs. Peerman, Principal

Mrs. Johnson-Tyler, Assistant Principal

Mrs. Zamora, Assistant Principal

Stay in touch!

Make sure to join us on social media!

The PTO NEEDS YOU!

We are currently looking for anyone interested in being a part of the 2023-2024 Board next year!

Most of our board will be rotating off as our terms are up. Our Halley ES community needs a few people to step up and take the reins!

Without volunteers the PTO will not exist and all that PTO provides will not happen for our students. If you are even a little interested, we would love to begin a conversation with you.

8850 Cross Chase Circle, Fairfax Station 22039 | Phone: 703-551-5700

Attendance: 703-551-5757 or email HalleyES.Attendance

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Hornet Joy! Happy Friday! Calendar Reminder: Student Holiday on March 3

Students have an early release on Thursday, March 2. There is no school for students on Friday, March 3, due to a school planning day. See the complete 2022-23 School Year Calendar.

2022-2023 Halley Yearbook Orders

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Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…

There’s an easy five-step process outlined for parents looking to register their child for kindergarten:

Determine eligibility.
Identify your local school.
Gather documents.
Fill out forms.
Schedule an appointment.

Spanish: Inscripción para el Kindergarten: Es tan fácil como 1-2-3... Los padres que deseen matricular a sus hijos al Kindergarten deben seguir un sencillo proceso de cinco pasos:

Determinar la elegibilidad.

Identifique su escuela local.
Reunir documentos.
Rellenar los formularios.
Programar una cita.

Please contact with our registrar Nicole Kendall, with any inquiries: [email protected].

Halley’s Kindergarten Orientation: Thursday, April 13th

More details will be shared soon.

Congratulations

Outstanding Leader – South County Pyramid

Lucy Zamora – Assistant Principal

Outstanding New Teacher -South County Pyramid

Maddy Jacobs – 5th Grade Teacher

We are so proud of these amazing leaders!

Read Across America Week: Feb 27 - Mar 2

Read Across America Day was established by the National Education Association (NEA) in 1998 to help get kids excited about reading. Learn more about Equitable Access to Literacy in this video.

Check-out Halley’s spirit week celebration below!

Parental Notifications and Policy 3290: Sexually Explicit Content

A Virginia law passed in spring 2022 requires schools to create a policy for parental notification of sexually explicit content/materials. In December 2022, the School Board adopted FCPS Policy 3290: Parental Notification Regarding Instructional Materials with Sexually Explicit Content.

FCPS has had policies in place for many years regarding the review of instructional materials, communication with parents, and options for alternative instructional materials.

An expectation of this new policy is the 30-day parental notification requirement of sexually explicit content in instructional materials assigned or selected by teachers. After reviewing the notification letter, parents or caregivers who prefer to choose alternative instructional materials for their child must submit this form to the appropriate teacher within the 30-day notification window. View Policy 3290 for more information.

School-Zone Speed Camera Pilot Program Launched

Fairfax County has launched a speed camera pilot program targeting several school zones where speeding is common. Speed cameras have been installed in the following locations:

Chesterbrook Elementary School
Irving Middle School
Key Middle School
London Towne Elementary School
Sleepy Hollow Elementary School
South County Middle School
Terraset Elementary School
West Springfield High School

An additional school zone speed camera near Oakton High School will be installed. Thank you to Fairfax County for helping to ensure we’re all more safe as we travel to and from school!

School Board Approves 2023-24 School Year Calendar

The Fairfax County School Board approved a calendar for the 2023-24, 2024-25, and 2025-26 school years at their February 9 meeting. Learn more about the approved calendar.

The first day of the 2023-24 school year will be Monday, August 21, and the last day will be Wednesday, June 12.

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YOUR PARTNERS IN EDUCATION

Your Halley Administrative Team,

Mrs. Peerman, Principal

Mrs. Johnson-Tyler, Assistant Principal

Mrs. Zamora, Assistant Principal

Stay in touch!

Make sure to join us on social media!

We are currently looking for anyone interested in being a part of the 2023-2024 Board next year!

Most of our board will be rotating off as our terms are up. Our Halley ES community needs a few people to step up and take the reins!

Without volunteers the PTO will not exist and all that PTO provides will not happen for our students. If you are even a little interested, we would love to begin a conversation with you.

8850 Cross Chase Circle, Fairfax Station 22039 | Phone: 703-551-5700

Attendance: 703-551-5757 or email HalleyES.Attendance

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As a reminder, all schools and offices will be closed on Monday, February 20, for the Presidents Day holiday. Learn more about Presidents Day in Britannica.com. Classes will resume on Tuesday, February 21. See the complete 2022-23 school year calendar.

SURVEY OF PRESCHOOL CHILDREN

We are starting to make preparations for the 2023-24 academic year at Halley! Children who will be five (5) years old on or before September 30, 2023 are eligible to attend kindergarten next fall.

If you have a child who will attend kindergarten at Sangster next school year, and you have not already been in contact with our registrar Nicole Kendall, please complete this survey and return it to the school via email to: [email protected].

Please spread the word to your neighbors who don’t already have a child at Halley. Feel free to pass this form along or have neighbors with rising kindergarteners call the office at 703-551-5700 for more information. Registration information will be provided to all families who complete and return this survey.

A child’s record of immunization, physical examination (within 12 months prior to entering kindergarten), proof of residency, and original birth certificate must be submitted when registering the child. For more information regarding kindergarten registration, you may visit the Fairfax County Public Schools’ website

Halley’s Kindergarten Orientation will be Thursday, April 13th.

More details will be shared soon.

After school Clubs at Halley

Halley ES and the Halley PTO are excited to announce that we will be offering clubs for our hornets after school beginning Wednesday, February 22nd.

The number and type of clubs vary due to the space limitations at school and volunteers willing/able to coordinate and facilitate the activities.

*We are still working to recruit afterschool opportunities for primary students.

Robotics (Grades 3 – 5) – https://givebutter.com/tOm8TH

If your child enjoys STEAM and building, this will be a great match! The purpose of the club is to offer students an opportunity to have fun and learn about robotics through Legos. During club meetings, the students will learn to use the components of the kits to build robots. Problem solving and critical/creative thinking skills will be emphasized. Students will be provided with meaningful, practical opportunities to apply science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) concepts through robotics. The afterschool club will allow for fun, hands on learning through real life problem solving.

Yoga (3 – 6) – https://givebutter.com/Eh2E8q

Yoga Club is an opportunity for students to learn basic yoga poses, breathing techniques, and mindfulness practices to help manage stress, improve emotional regulation, enhance concentration, increase self-awareness, and develop strength & flexibility. Participants should dress comfortably.

Gaming Club (3 – 6) - https://givebutter.com/EKzyp4

This club will play fun strategy games that encourage students to think outside of the box! Broad games, coding games, partner games, online gaming – this club is games galore! If you like to be a critical and creative thinker, then this club will be a great one for you!

Step-Up Club! (4 – 6) - https://givebutter.com/n0s5aN

Let’s get stepping Hornets! Does your child enjoy rhythmic movements and fun with peers? Try something new and sign your child up for Halley's after-school step program. "Stepping" is an activity that involves rhythmic syncopation and simple dance moves with an emphasis on upper and lower body movements. This program will be facilitated by one of our Halley teachers who is full of zest and energy.

How will this work?

Students may sign up for 1 club
The clubs have limited capacity and will require you to sign up via the Give Butter Application.
Clubs will last for 6, 7, or 8 sessions.
Each club will be $55.00. Please email [email protected] for scholarship support.
After you sign up, a staff member will reach out to you regarding any necessary information, including club end-dates, or supplies.
The goal is for clubs to start Wednesday, February 22, 2023, from 4:15pm – 5:15pm.
There will be some bus transportation available. Parent transportation is appreciated and encouraged.

Girls on the Run (GOTR) will run Mondays and Wednesdays. GOTR has its own Registration Process and fee schedule. Please see the flier below!

School Board Approves 2023-24 School Year Calendar

The Fairfax County School Board approved a calendar for the 2023-24, 2024-25, and 2025-26 school years at their February 9 meeting. Learn more about the approved calendar.

The first day of the 2023-24 school year will be Monday, August 21, and the last day will be Wednesday, June 12.

Month of the Military Child Purple Up! T-Shirt Vote

April is the Month of the Military Child, and Purple Up! Day will be celebrated throughout Virginia on April 19, 2023. Please take a moment to vote for this year's FCPS Purple Up! t-shirt and show your support for military-connected youth by participating in Purple Up! Day!

The voting ends February 18th. Let's turn FCPS purple in support of military-connected youth for one day!

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YOUR PARTNERS IN EDUCATION

Your Halley Administrative Team,

Mrs. Peerman, Principal

Mrs. Johnson-Tyler, Assistant Principal

Mrs. Zamora, Assistant Principal

Stay in touch!

Make sure to join us on social media!

We are currently looking for anyone interested in being a part of the 2023-2024 Board next year!

Most of our board will be rotating off as our terms are up. Our Halley ES community needs a few people to step up and take the reins!

Without volunteers the PTO will not exist and all that PTO provides will not happen for our students. If you are even a little interested, we would love to begin a conversation with you.

8850 Cross Chase Circle, Fairfax Station 22039 | Phone: 703-551-5700

Attendance: 703-551-5757 or email HalleyES.Attendance

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Kindness Spirit Week Challenge February 13th – February 17th

All Halley Hornets are invited to participate and have fun with

our Spirit days and challenges

2022-2023 Yearbook Orders

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District News/In Case You Missed It (ICYMI)

FCPS News: In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

FCPS Summer Camp Registration
Magnet School Information Nights
Strategic Planning Feedback Wanted!

After School Clubs at Halley

Halley ES and the Halley PTO are excited to announce that we will be offering clubs for our hornets after school beginning Wednesday, February 22nd.

The number and type of clubs vary due to the space limitations at school and volunteers willing/able to coordinate and facilitate the activities.

*We are still working to recruit afterschool opportunities for primary students.

Robotics (Grades 3 – 5) – https://givebutter.com/tOm8TH

Yoga (3 – 6) – https://givebutter.com/Eh2E8q

Gaming Club (3 – 6) - https://givebutter.com/EKzyp4

Step-Up Club! (4 – 6) - https://givebutter.com/n0s5aN

How will this work?

Students may sign up for 1 club
The clubs have limited capacity and will require you to sign up via the Give Butter Application.
Clubs will last for 6, 7, or 8 sessions.
Each club will be $55.00. Please email [email protected] for scholarship support.
After you sign up, a staff member will reach out to you regarding any necessary information, including club end-dates, or supplies.
The goal is for clubs to start Wednesday, February 22, 2023, from 4:15pm – 5:15pm.
There will be some bus transportation available. Parent transportation is appreciated and encouraged.

Girls on the Run (GOTR) will run Mondays and Wednesdays. GOTR has its own Registration Process and fee schedule. Please see the flier below!

Quick Links

YOUR PARTNERS IN EDUCATION

Your Halley Administrative Team,

Mrs. Peerman, Principal

Mrs. Johnson-Tyler, Assistant Principal

Mrs. Zamora, Assistant Principal

Stay in touch!

Make sure to join us on social media!

Nominations will be open for all PTO Board positions for the 2023-2024 school year! Many of these jobs can be split between two people — grab a friend and come make a difference! Please see more details below!

Please Nominate yourself or a Friend!

Nominations are open until February 28th.

President: Helps set the goals and direction for the organization. Works with the Administrative Team to schedule board meetings, general meetings, fundraisers and other events. Creates agendas and chairs board meetings and general meetings. Oversees and coordinates the board’s work and delegates tasks. Helps set and administer the budget, including serving as a member of the mini-grant committee.

First VP: Acts as second and vital support to the President. Helps to create agendas and chairs board meetings and general meetings. VP acts as the board’s liaison to the and Halley Staff. Meets regularly with principal. Attends PTO meetings. Serves on the mini-grant committee.

Communications Coordinator: Manages communication between PTO and school families through various channels, including school website, PTO Facebook page, newsletters, and other methods.

Treasurer: Maintains PTO accounting. Manages the PTO bank accounts. Chairs the budget committee and ensures that a proposed budget is established and submitted for approval at the final general membership meeting of the year. Receives and logs all money the PTO receives and deposits it in the bank. Reports deposits to Treasurer. Reports on financial status at board meetings.

Recording Secretary: Attends PTO and General PTO board meetings. Takes meeting minutes summarizing discussions and documenting decisions. Distributes meeting minutes to board members and posts to the PTO section website. (2-4 hours/month)

8850 Cross Chase Circle, Fairfax Station 22039 | Phone: 703-551-5700

Attendance: 703-551-5757 or email HalleyES.Attendance