Principals' Update

Dear Freedom Hill Families,

Can you believe we are already in the final week of school? One thing is certain: we are finishing the year with plenty of fun, celebration, and school spirit. From our wonderful music concerts (thank you to Ms. Canape, Mr. Funderburk, and Ms. Stover) to the Talent Show (thank you to Mrs. Turner and Ms. Hinders), to Field Day (thank you to Mr. Dowling, Ms. Hinders, our amazing volunteers, and our PTA for lunch) as well as the many classroom celebrations planned by our staff, our students have had so many meaningful opportunities to celebrate together. These special events would not be possible without the energy and commitment of our school community. Thank you for helping us create such wonderful memories for our Eagles.

We are also excited to celebrate our 6th graders as they prepare for middle school. During our 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony on Tuesday evening, we will recognize their hard work, growth, and leadership. We are incredibly proud of them and look forward to sending them off in a special way.

Even though the year is coming to a close, we are not finished yet. We still have plenty of learning and fun ahead through next Wednesday, and it is very important that all students attend every day so we can end the year strong together.

Finally, thank you to all of our families for your partnership throughout this school year. We truly could not do this important work without your support, dedication, and collaboration. Let's finish strong!

In partnership,

Nicholas Zapadka, Principal

Tim Scesney, Asst. Principal

Holly Sims, Asst. Principal

Upcoming Dates for Your Calendar

2025-26 FCPS School Calendar

Freedom Hill Family Resources

Breakfast/Lunch Menus

June 17 - Last Day of School, Early Release at 2:05

Kindergarten Playdates on the Playground:

July 18: 3-4 pm

August 8: 3-4 pm

August 22: 3-4 pm

Bookmobile Dates at Los Pueblos + Pimmit Run Streets, 10-11AM:

July 8

July 22

August 5

2026-27 School Year

2026-27 FCPS School Calendar

August 21 - Open House, 10-11AM
August 24 - First Day of School!
September 1 - Back to School Night for Parents, 6-8PM

Summer Bookmobile Returns

One of our favorite traditions returns this summer! Join your FHES teachers for free books, cold treats, and summer fun! We meet at the corner of Los Pueblos and Pimmit Run streets from 10-11AM on the following dates:

Wednesday, July 8^th, 10-11
Wednesday, July 22^nd, 10-11
Wednesday, Aug 5^th, 10-11

If you have books to donate for the Bookmobile, please bring them to the office. We’d be grateful for early readers (think: Scholastic levels 1-3 or Step into Reading levels 1-3, etc) or early chapter books like Junie B Jones or the Magic Tree House books or graphic novels.