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Message from Ms. Aiello
Dear Hutchison Families,
See the complete 2022-23 school year calendar.
This week we have a 2-hr Early Release on Thursday and School Planning Day Friday ( no school for students).
We hope you are enjoying the weekly newsletters our teachers are sending home. Our after-school program began yesterday. It was a great success.
Warmly,
Sarah C. Aiello
In this update, you will find the following information:
- March Community Connection
- 2023-24 Approved Calendar
- Read Across America Week
- Kindergarten Registration
- Summer Camps Registration is Opening Soon!
- Hutchison Parent Group Association (complete form)
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Thank you for Supporting Hutchison! Supervisor Foust, School Board Member Elaine Tholen, and Arts Herndon CEO, Jo Ormesher came by to donate gift cards for our families. | Socratic Seminar in 4th Grade | Read Across America |
Thank you for Supporting Hutchison!
Socratic Seminar in 4th Grade
Read Across America
Spring Picture Day--Thursday, March 16
Thursday, March 16
Check your child's Tuesday folder, 3/7, for the flyer and payment instructions.
FCPS Strategic Planning
Lost & Found
Kindergarten and PreK Registration
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:
1. Determine eligibility.
2. Identify your local school.
3. Gather documents.
4. Fill out forms.
5. 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.
Text to Speech Available on FCPS Website
FCPS is introducing an innovative way to address the diverse needs of the community. A new text-to-speech feature, available on the FCPS website and each school website, will read the words aloud from webpages.
The feature will help those with accessibility needs, such as visual impairments, dyslexia, or other difficulty reading large amounts of online text. The text-to-speech feature is available for English, Spanish, and Korean. Learn more and try out the new feature.
Naglieri Nonverbal Ability Test -- Grade 1
All 1st-grade students at Hutchison will be taking the online version of the Naglieri Nonverbal Ability Test Third Edition (NNAT3) and will be administered to your child on Tuesday, March 7th at 9:30 a.m. It is important that your child attend school on this day. If possible, please avoid scheduling trips or appointments that would take your child out of school on this day. It is also important that your child has had a good night’s rest and a healthy breakfast before testing.
Supporting Your Child's Mental Health
Identifying whether your child’s behaviors are normal or a warning sign of a mental health concern can be difficult. Talk to your child and pay attention to their actions. Also, consider these warning signs:
Increased irritability, hyperactivity, energy, and/or aggressive behavior.
Excessive sadness, hopelessness, or worries.
Loss of appetite, or significant weight gain or loss.
Lack of sleep, or too much sleep.
A decline in grades, school avoidance, or attendance concerns.
Alcohol or drug use.
Withdrawal from activities and/or friends and family.
Thoughts of harming themselves or others.
If you notice any of these warning signs or feel your child may be experiencing a mental health challenge, help is available. All Fairfax County public schools have at least one school counselor, school psychologist, and school social worker. Please reach out to one of these staff members to discuss your concerns and identify resources. Call your school or visit their website for staff members’ contact information. Find additional information to support your child’s wellness on FCPS’ website.
If you or someone you care about is experiencing a mental health crisis such as thoughts of harm to self or others, please take action:
Text NEEDHELP to 85511 for the CrisisLink hotline or call them at 703-527-4077.
Go to the nearest emergency room or contact the Sharon Bulova Center for Community Health Emergency Services at 703-573-5679.
Call 911.
Summer Learning Programs Registration: Opening Soon!
Career and Technical Education (CTE)
Tech Adventure Camp (TAC) is a week-long exploratory camp designed to give current K-6 students an opportunity to explore STEAM, culinary, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. Visit the TAC webpage for more information.
CTE Summer Academy (CSA) is a week-long enrichment program that allows students in grades 7-11 to dive deeper into CTE program areas, develop skills, and begin career exploration. Visit the CSA website for more information and registration.
Institute for the Arts Camps (IFTA)
IFTA is a two- or four-week summer enrichment program for students currently in grades 6-11. Students select from nearly 90 classes in art, dance, health and physical education 9, music, self-directed economics and personal finance, and theater. Visit the IFTA website for more information and registration.
E-IFTA is a weekly arts camp for students in grades 2-5 who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students take part in four classes every day related to dance, music, theater, and visual art. They work with FCPS fine arts teachers who create classes that are fun and engaging. Visit the E-IFTA website for more information and registration.
Principal Sarah Aiello
