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Check out what is happening at Orange Hunt:
We were so excited to welcome our graduates and their families yesterday for our annual Grad Walk! This special tradition serves as a wonderful example for our younger students and highlights the strong sense of community that makes Orange Hunt so special. It is also incredibly meaningful to our staff, who take great pride in celebrating our students' accomplishments.
We are so proud of our graduating Owls! A few even made a special stop in the library to visit Ms. Bailey and listen in on her lesson. She has made a lasting impact on our school community, and it was heartwarming to see former students reconnect with her during this memorable event. Congratulations to all of our graduates!
School Supply Order
Now is the time to get school supplies taken care of. Avoid the stress later by ordering your child’s supply pack today. Order here: https://www.educationalproducts.com/ShopPacks/ Orange Hunt Elementary School early discount deadline is 7/1/2026. Use School ID: OHE101
Medication Pickup from Health Room
The school health room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than the student dismissal time on the last day of school. Dismissal time is 1:30 p.m. on June 17th.
- Medication left in the health room after that time will be destroyed.
- It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian.
- Medication cannot be sent home with your student.
If your student will be enrolled in a summer program sponsored by Fairfax County Public Schools, the existing medication authorization form(s) may be used for the summer program, but you will need to pick up the medication on the last day of school and deliver the medication and completed forms to the summer learning site on the first day of the summer program.
Medication authorization forms for next school year may be obtained from the school or online at https://www.fcps.edu/resources/student-safety-and-wellness/school-health-services.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Kimber Tritten, RN at katritten@fcps.edu.
Student Device Collection
All FCPS student devices will be collected prior to the end of the school year for inventory and repair over the summer in preparation for the 2026-27 school year. Collection will take place during the school day on Monday, June 15. All devices will be scanned into our system upon return, and you will receive a return receipt to your child’s FCPS Gmail account.
Students participating in ESY or an FCPS sponsored summer program that requires an FCPS device will take their current FCPS/OHES issued device and power supply home with them on the last day of school. Parents/Guardians are responsible for transporting the student’s FCPS device to their respective ESY/FCPS summer program location. All FCPS/OHES issued devices will need to be returned by the parent/guardian to OHES no later than Monday, August 3.
Summer STEM at OHES
Join us for a week of engineering fun this summer as we learn about building bridges (Current 1st and 2nd graders) or mag-lev systems (Current 3rd through 5th graders).
8:30-1:15 Monday through Friday
Session 1: Jul 27- Jul 31
Session 2: Aug 3-Aug 7
Run by your some of your favorite OHES teachers! No cost for families.
Link to register (deadline June 5th)
For any questions, email wsgibson1@fcps.edu and jkdellen1@fcps.edu
Arrival Safety
For the safety of all students, please note that the playground is not supervised in the morning. If students choose to play, they must be directly supervised by an adult; otherwise, they should wait by a designated entrance (Door 3, 4, 6, or 8). We have had students seriously injured in the past, and more recently had community incidents involving a helicopter and wildlife on our field, which highlight the real safety risks. Staff supervision begins at 8:20 a.m. when doors open for arrival. We appreciate your partnership in ensuring students remain safe by waiting with them until supervision begins.
Kindergarten Registration 2026-27
There’s an easy process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:
- Determine eligibility. Identify your local school.
- Gather documents.
- Fill out forms.
- Schedule an appointment.
Enrolling parent is required to attend the in-person appointment. Once completed the student will be ready for Kindergarten introductory events that Orange Hunt will host.
Please share with families you may know that have a child who will turn 5 on or before September 30, 2026!
If you have any questions, please reach out to Anne-Marie Balmaceda at acbalmaceda@fcps.edu or 703-913-6800.
New Cell Phone Policy Starts July 1 - VA Law
On Thursday, May 7, the Fairfax County School Board approved changes to FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R). The approved changes include updated guidance for cell phone possession and use, in order to align FCPS’ cell phone policy with Senate Bill 108. This new Virginia law goes into effect on July 1, 2026 and states that all schools must follow a “bell-to-bell” phone-free policy.
This means that starting July 1, 2026, across all grade levels at FCPS, cell phones, phone accessories, and all smart devices (including watches that serve a dual purpose, such as smart watches, as well as airpods, 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 cell phones from bell to bell. Students will not use cell phones or smart devices as listed above at all More details are available on FCPS’ Cell Phone Policy webpage.
Spirit Day:
Friday 6/5: Booster-Thon- Shirt for Water Fun!
Upcoming Events
June brings many activities in classrooms and for our rising 7th graders. Please watch for announcements from your child's classroom teacher.
6/17: Last day of school! ALL students will be dismissed at 1:30 p.m.
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PTA News & Events
Check out the PTA website for information on all activities.
Looking for Orange Hunt Spirit Wear check out the PTA website for a great collection
Orange Hunt Elementary PTA - OHES PTA Blog
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Your Partners In Education
We are in this together!! We are thankful to have the opportunity to work with your family this year and will work every day to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for your child. Please contact us when there is a question or concern. Thank you for your support and being part of our team!
Your Partner Principals,
Karen Tuttle kmtuttle@fcps.edu
Kate Austin kbaustin@fcps.edu
Heather Mathews HMMathews@fcps.edu
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Want To Be Involved?
Visit the Orange Hunt PTA website for all sponsored events and activities.
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