A Message from our Administrators
Dear Families,
I am continually inspired by the incredible energy within our hallways. Our teachers have been working tirelessly to design lessons that spark curiosity, while our students are showing impressive growth, dedication, and a true love for learning every single day. Their hard work is what makes our school a special place and brings so much joy to our school!
We have an exciting month ahead. Please mark your calendars for our upcoming events and important dates.
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PTA Book Fair: Running all next week! It’s the perfect time to refresh your home library and support our school.
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STEAM & Science Fair Night: Join us on March 18th for an evening dedicated to discovery. From creative science projects to hands-on STEAM activities, it’s going to be a night filled with fun, wonder, and community.
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3-hour Early Release: A friendly reminder that March 18th is a 3-hour early release. Dismissal for our early release is 1:05.
We hope you are able to join us for our upcoming events to celebrate our young innovators and share in the joy of learning.
Warmly,
Keieownna Hightower, Principal
Eric Kopacz, Assistant Principal
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Mark Your Calendar
March 9-13th--Spring Book Fair
March 18th--3-hour Early Release
March 18th--Science Fair @5:15
March 18th--STEAM Night @ 6:00
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Purple Up!
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is gearing up to honor and celebrate its military-connected youth in April, the Month of the Military Child, and on Purple Up! Day!
This year, Virginia will celebrate Purple Up! Day on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Purple Up! Day is a special day for communities to come together and wear purple as a visible gesture of support for our military-connected youth and their families. Purple symbolizes the combined colors of all branches of the military.
FCPS Purple Up! T-shirts and other items are available for purchase now through Wednesday, March 11, 2026, in our Custom Ink online store. These items highlight our gratitude and appreciation for our 14,500 military-connected students and their families. #PurpleUpFCPS!
For more information and/or to connect with FCPS resources, email us at militaryfamilies@fcps.edu.
Chorus Concert
When: Wednesday, March 25th
Student Arrival: 6:00pm via Door #7 into gym
Family Arrival: 6:30pm via Door #8
Student Attire: Jeans or dark pants with a solid blue or green shirt, limited logos preferred.
NEW Visitor Check-in System - Raptor Safe App Setup
Hunt Valley ES has a NEW Visitor Check-in System beginning this week. Downloading and registering on the Raptor Safe App is not required, you can still use your driver’s license in the building, but this is faster.
What is Raptor Safe?
Raptor Safe is a free mobile app designed to make school visits and student dismissals both faster and more secure. By using the app, you can create a Raptor Passport, which allows you to check in at the school entrance by simply scanning a QR code. A new QR code is generated each time so no screenshots.
A few notes for registration in the app: no code is needed so skip that step and foreign id's and passports can be used (as long as they are in English).
Setting Up Your Account
Getting started is straightforward. Here is the play-by-play:
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Download: Search for "Raptor Safe" in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
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Verification: To keep the community safe, the app will ask you to scan your driver’s license and take a live selfie to verify your identity.
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Privacy: Don't worry about that selfie—it is used only for the initial verification and is not stored in the app.
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Stored Info: The app only keeps necessary details like your name, date of birth, the photo from your ID, and the last four digits of your license or passport.
Quick Tips for Users
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No Passwords to Memorize: The app uses your mobile phone number to log you in. You’ll receive a one-time code via text each time you need to access your account.
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Need Help?: If you run into any technical snags, you can find troubleshooting guides at raptortech.com/raptorsafe-app/.
Raptor Safe FAQ Sheet
Spring Cheer Camp
i9Sports Registration
CTE Summer Enrichment
2026 CTE Summer Enrichment – Registration Now Open!
Create | Explore | Learn
The CTE Office is offering two exciting summer camps:
Tech Adventure Camp (K–5)
Students explore CTE program areas including Business/Marketing, Family & Consumer Sciences, Health & Medical Sciences, STEAM, and Trades.
Weekly themes:
- July 6–10: Mission to Mars
- July 13–17: Deep Sea Discoveries
- July 20–24: Let It Shine!
- July 27–31: Passport to Professions
Learn more or register: bit.ly/FCPS_TAC
CTE Summer Academy (Grades 6–11)
Students choose four classes each week to explore CTE program areas, build skills, and discover career pathways. No prior experience required.
Class options and schedules available online.
Program Details
- 8:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m. (Early drop-off & aftercare available)
- Location: Robinson SS
- Transportation from select FCPS schools
- Cost: $300 per week (Tuition assistance available for students receiving Free & Reduced Meals)
- Dates: July 6–31 (four one-week sessions)
All information can be found on our webpages! For Tech Adventure Camp go to bit.ly/FCPS_TAC. For CTE Summer Academy go to bit.ly/FCPS_CSA.
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR ALL OUR ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS!
Click here to register!
Ramadan
If your child will be fasting during Ramadan, please reach out to your child's teacher so we can plan accordingly.
Thank you.
Early Release Wednesdays
⏰ Limited Early Release Days for Elementary Schools
Limited early release days for elementary schools will shift to Wednesdays for the 2025-26 school year.
Three-hour early release days for our school will include:
Read more about the reasons for early release and the proposed early release dates.
Yearbooks for Sale
To order a yearbook for the 2025-2026 school year visit www.strawbridge.net and use the online code: YB33201. The cost is $13.00. Orders will be accepted until 4/10/2026--order yours today!
County Flu Letter
Healthy Habits to Reduce the Spread of Flu and Other Germs
Fairfax County is seeing very high levels of influenza (flu) illness. Visits to emergency departments and urgent care centers for flu-like illness have increased, especially among children, and multiple flu outbreaks have occurred in our community and school settings.
Consider these tips from the Fairfax County Health Department to help reduce the spread of flu and other germs.
Immunization Events for FCPS Students
FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will provide school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for all FCPS students with no out-of-pocket costs. Multiple events will take place at designated FCPS locations. Additional dates will be available throughout the school year.
Parents or guardians may view upcoming events and schedule an appointment for their student. Participation is voluntary. View immunization resources on the FCPS website.
Did Your Student Get a New Phone or Device?
For a distraction-free start to the New Year, please remind your student about FCPS' policy for cell phones and personal devices. This policy helps students focus, interact more with their peers and teachers, and build independent problem-solving skills.
Visit FCPS’ cell phone policy webpage for more information and answers to frequently asked questions, including:
- Exceptions for students with medical conditions or IEP/504 plans.
- Cell phone use on buses and field trips.
- Consequences for cell phone policy violations.
If you need to reach your student during the school day, please call our main office.
Having lunch with your student
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES:
-Bring valid ID to check in the office
-Sign up using this link https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094DA5AF2EA6FECF8-51771041-lunch#/
-You may bring a homemade lunch, or you may purchase a lunch from the cafeteria for $5.00 (cash only)
-No fast food or treats are allowed in the cafeteria
-No siblings
-No pictures
Please help with clean up when you are done.
Thank you!
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