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 June 4, 2026
From the Principal’s Pen
Dear Laurel Hill Families,
As we quickly approach the end of another fantastic school year, the energy and excitement around our building are truly palpable. We have so much to celebrate and look forward to in these final weeks!
A huge thank you to our incredible PTA and all the volunteers who made our school carnival a massive success! It was wonderful to see so many of our families coming together for an evening of laughter, games, and community spirit. We had a deeply moving moment recently as we welcomed back current high school graduating seniors who began their educational journeys right here as Laurel Hill Lions. Watching them walk our hallways in their caps and gowns for their "Senior Walk" was an absolute joy, and we could not be prouder of their achievements.
We want to remind you all of our Sneaker Dance to celebrate the end of the school year and Ms. Dalton's tenure at Laurel Hill ES!! Please make plans to join us as you are able; save the date: June 15. The times are as follows: 1:45-2:45 grades K-3, 2:45-3:45 grades 4-6. Bring your sneakers and your dance moves! During the week of June 15, we are also throwing a special Spirit Week to celebrate the wonderful Ms. Dalton! Please see the flyer below for details on each day's theme so your child can participate in the fun.
With the final days of school rapidly approaching, our calendar is packed with special activities, ceremonies, and end-of-year celebrations. Please keep a close eye on upcoming dates and adhere to the schedules provided so we can ensure everything runs smoothly for our students.
Sincerely,
Janice Dalton, Principal
Addison Smith, Assistant Principal
Thmeaka Traylor, Assistant Principal
The LHES PTA put on a wonderful Carnival this past Saturday. Popcorn, Slides, Double Dutch, Games and more! Thank you to all the volunteers who helped put it together!
 Our Graduating Seniors came back to visit Laurel Hill ES and walk the halls in their caps and gowns. We are so proud of them and wish them great sucess in the future!! Once a Lion, Always a Lion!
June 4 Chorus and Band Concert @7pm at LHES Gymnasium
June 8 Strings Concert @7pm at LHES Gymnasium
June 9 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony @6pm at South County HS
June 15 Sneaker Dance (K-3 @1:45, 4-6 @2:45)
Jun 17 Last Day of School-2 Hour Early Release 2:05pm
2025-26 school year calendar
Amazon Teacher Wishlists HERE
Sign up for a ParentVue account today!
 Our wonderful Principal, Ms. Dalton, is retiring. We want to have a spirit week to show her how much we will miss her! Monday-Wear Red, Tuesday-Wear Black, Wednesday-Bring a flower. Hope you can celebrate with Laurel Hill ES!
Laurel Hill Elementary is looking for 1 more Family Vision Group Representative. Here is some information about the program.
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Members collaborate directly with district leadership to improve student success, share perspectives, and help bridge communication between local school communities and the Superintendent.
- Role: Representatives regularly attend meetings, act as ambassadors to their school communities, and provide feedback on district initiatives (such as the strategic plan and budget).
- The Superintendent’s Family Vision Group meets six times in person, all sessions held in the evening, from 6-7:30pm.
- The Family Vision Group team has divided Fairfax County into four sections, called Quads. You are placed in a Quad based on where your school falls within these sections. Meetings are organized by Quad to ensure accessible locations.
- Tentative Meeting Schedule for 2026–27:All meetings are subject to change in accordance with division-wide priorities and scheduling adjustments as needed.
- Kickoff - Wednesday, September 9 -Location TBD
- Meeting #1- Wednesday, October 21-Location TBD
- Meeting #2- Wednesday, December 9-Location TBD
- Meeting #3- Wednesday, February 24, 2027-Location TBD
- Meeting #4-Wednesday, April 14, 2027- Location TBD
- Full Group Wrap-Up-Wednesday, May 5, 2027- Location TBD
Representatives are expected to attend all meetings whenever possible.
- Communication is essential—please notify the Family Vision Group Team in advance if you cannot attend a meeting.
- Representatives who accumulate two or more unexcused absences will be replaced during the school year.
- For more details on the group’s structure and purpose, please visit the Superintendent’s Family Vision Group webpage.
Please use this link to submit the name of your representatives no later than COB, Friday June 19.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support of this important work. Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions.
The Family Vision Group Team
Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…
There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting 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. Read more about the registration process. For more information, please email/call our student information assistant/registrar, Sarah Orlick at 703-551-5303.
Parents may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process. When registering, parents will create or log in to an existing SIS ParentVUE account.
FCPS Pre-K and Early Head Start Programs
FCPS Pre-K and Early Head Start programs provide a high-quality early learning experience for qualifying children with economic and educational risk factors, ages 6 weeks to 4 years, living in Fairfax County.
- Pre-K prioritizes 4-year-old applicants but also accepts applications for children who will be 3 years old by September 30 of the same year.
- Early Head Start is located at three elementary schools — Clearview, Crestwood, and Dogwood — and accepts applications from pregnancy to 2 years old.
Laurel Hill will be opening a Pre-K classroom this fall! Families are encouraged to apply as soon as possible; space is limited and provided based on need, not first-come, first-served. Click Here for the informational flyer.
Applications are accepted online, by email, by mail, or in person at our office at 7423 Camp Alger Avenue, Falls Church, Virginia 22042.
If you have a question about the application process or status, please call 703-208-7900 (English) or 703-208-7901 (Spanish).
Prepare for Summer Learning and Fun for Students
Registration is open or will be available soon for summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.
Career and Technical Education and Institute for the Arts Camps
Career and Technical Education camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Robinson Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. Tuition assistance is available to FCPS families eligible for free or reduced meals.
Tech Adventure Camp (TAC) is a week-long exploratory camp that allows current K-5 students to explore STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math), culinary, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. Watch this video about CTE camps. Registration is open through Friday, June 5.
Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA) is a weekly fine and performing arts camp for students in grades K-5 who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students attend four daily classes in dance, music, theater, and visual arts and work with experienced educators who create engaging, fun classes.
New this year: Students in the above camps can also register for aftercare, which is available from 2 to 5 p.m.
FCPS CTE Summer Learning Opportunity!
We're thrilled to invite you to join us for an unforgettable experience at one of the CTE summer enrichment programs! These week-long programs will introduce you to the wonderful world of Career and Technical Education, help you develop new skills, and make new friends.
Our programs offer a wide range of activities designed to spark your curiosity and keep you engaged. You will have the opportunity to learn coding, problem solving, cooking, and more! Our experienced and enthusiastic teachers are dedicated to creating a safe, supportive, and fun environment where you can challenge yourself and discover new passions.
You can find more details about our programs on our camp websites below:
We are able to offer a limited number of students currently in grades 2-11 at a Code UP! grant school with a one-week registration at no cost! If you are interested in this opportunity, please fill out the interest form linked below by April 15th.
CTE Summer Enrichment Interest Form: https://forms.gle/ytfQWmR4MQ6FuvrBA
Families will be notified by the end of April to confirm whether they will receive one of the sponsored seats—students will be chosen by a lottery if there are more interested families than seats available.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact Beth Mehr, CTE Educational Specialist at bgmehr@fcps.edu. We'd be happy to chat with you and your family. Click Here for the informational flyer.
New Cell Phone Policy
New Cellphone Policy Starts July 1
On Thursday, May 7, the Fairfax County School Board approved changes to the FCPS Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R). The approved changes include updated guidance for cellphone possession and use, to align the FCPS cellphone policy with Senate Bill 108. This new Virginia law goes into effect on July 1 and states that all schools in the Commonwealth must follow a “bell-to-bell” phone-free policy.
This means that starting July 1, 2026, across all grade levels at FCPS, student cellphones, phone accessories, and all smart devices (including watches that serve a dual purpose, such as smart watches, as well as earbuds, headsets, smart glasses, and other other items connected to the internet) must be off and personally stored (i.e., put away in backpacks) for the duration of the school day — thus, no cellphones from bell to bell.
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This summer at South County High School there will be a Strings camp. For more information please go to www.schsorchestra.org/soco-summer-strings |
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Summerpalooza Rain or Shine!
DATE: Saturday, June 6, 2026
TIME: 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Mount Vernon Governmental Center, 2511 Parkers Lane, Alexandria, VA 22306
PARKING: Whitman Middle School and Sherwood Regional Library
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Click Here for the VAYFA flyer for fall registration details. |
Click Here for information sessions about parents and families having conversations about substance abuse. |
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Click Here for more information about rising 6th graders for next school year. |
Yafa Grill is partnering with Laurel Hill on Thursdays 11-9pm. Stop in and taste their delicious and fresh Mediterranean food while supporting Laurel Hill PTA students at the same time! Click Here for the flyer. |
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Lorton Community Action Center (LCAC) is a wonderful resource for the Lorton community. Help with food, English classes and Financial assistance available. Click Here for more information. |
Boys Basketball Summer Camps at South County High School. Please log on to www.StallionBoysBasketball.com for more information. Click Here for the flyer. |
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