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Important Dates
January 12-16 ST Math Family Week- details below
January 17: PTA Skate Night at SkateQuest in Reston, 6 to 8 pm
January 19: MLK Holiday- No School
January 20: Clubs and candids (strings, band, etc)
January 21: 4th Grade Strings Informance, 7pm, cafeteria
January 22: VIRTUAL PTA meeting, 7pm
January 28: End of 2nd quarter. 2 hour early release @ 1:30 pm
January 29 and 30: No School. Staff Development day/Teacher workday
Skate Night
Join us on Saturday, January 17th from 6-8 pm at SkateQuest Reston for our Skate Night! The cost is $10 per person and includes your skate rental! Tickets can be preordered or look for the Oak Hill PTA table to buy your tickets at the door. Cash or credit card will be accepted.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday
Schools and offices will be closed on Monday, January 19, for the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday. See the complete school year calendar.
Clubs and Candid Pictures - 1/20
On January 20th, the photographer will be taking candid pictures of students at work and play. They will also take pictures of clubs/groups, such as Strings, band, patrols, etc. The teacher/sponsor of the group will let them know if they should wear or bring anything in particular.
Come together as a community for students in K-6 for 5 nights the week of January 12, 2026, with delightful math games and stories - all on your own time and from the comfort of your own home. All content will be available for free directly to all families in English and Spanish. You can visit the website at https://www.mindresearch.org/fairfax-math-week/.
Through rich story-based mathematics experiences, math week offers families an opportunity to experience math, literacy, history, and geography in a positive way. The games and stories feature several countries including Lesotho, Madagascar, Ghana, and China.
All content will be available completely free on the website starting January 12, 2026. To access the games, families will be able to simply click on the day of the week and find their child's grade and language.
Families can play for as little as 15 minutes or replay over and over lasting more than an hour on any given night. For families that want to reduce screen time, we will have physical print options for access to the content and games as well.
Use the games and stories on our website or dust off your favorite math game and play it as a family.
Any and ALL math experiences outside of a normal week count. Our goal is for FCPS to experience 3,000,000 minutes of math outside of the school day. Join us!
Upcoming Student Experience Survey at Oak Hill ES
Oak Hilll will participate in the FCPS Student Experience Survey. This survey will gather important feedback from students about their school experiences to help FCPS make meaningful improvements.
All students in grades 3-6, except those who have opted out, will receive a link to the survey in their FCPS email on February 23. We will administer the survey during the school day between Monday, February 23, and Friday, March 6. Any student may take the survey at home, if they are unable to take the survey during the school day. You will receive a communication with details on how to preview the survey and opt your child out, if you choose. The electronic opt-out form can also be accessed at this link.
We believe it's important to hear from our students about what we're doing well and where we can improve. This work also aligns with the equity commitments in FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan, which include a focus on amplifying student voice and experiences as we work toward meeting plan goals.
FCPS PreK and Early Head Start are now accepting applications for SY 2026–27!
The FCPS PreK and Early Head Start programs provide a high-quality early learning experience for qualifying children ages 6 weeks to 4 years old.
PreK: For children who will be age 3 or 4 by September 30, with priority given to 4-year-olds. Oak Hill ES has a pre-Kindergarten class.
Early Head Start: For children ages 0–2 and pregnant women who live in the Reston, Herndon, and Springfield areas. This would be at another loation
More information and the online application are available here.
FCPS’ 2026-27 Dual Language Immersion (DLI) Program lottery opens on Monday, January 12. The program offers students in kindergarten and first grade the opportunity to learn in English and another language — French, German, Japanese, Korean, or Spanish — for half of each instructional day.
The online, countywide lottery is open to Fairfax County residents. Families must have a SIS ParentVUE account. Students not currently enrolled in FCPS should register at their base school before applying for the immersion program.
Families applying for first grade must do so by Thursday, February 12, at 4 p.m. Those applying for kindergarten must do so by Monday, March 2, at 4 p.m.
Informational meetings will begin in January. View dates and details on the FCPS calendar. If you have questions, please contact Brigid Williams at 571-423-4600.
FCPS Budget Process
Encourage your neighbors, friends, and community members to follow the FCPS budget process and look for opportunities to share your ideas about funding public education. Key decision dates and engagement opportunities are coming up in the next few weeks:
- The Fairfax County delegation to the General Assembly will hold a public hearing regarding the upcoming 2026 session on Saturday, January 10, at 9 a.m. in the Board Auditorium at the Fairfax County Government Center.
Fairfax County residents can sign up in advance to speak at the hearing online or contact the Department of Clerk Services at 703-324-3151, TTY 711, by Thursday, January 8, at noon.
Thursday, January 22, Dr. Reid will present the proposed budget to the School Board.
Skate Night
Join us on Saturday, January 17th from 6-8 pm at SkateQuest Reston for our Skate Night! The cost is $10 per person and includes your skate rental! Tickets can be preordered or look for the Oak Hill PTA table to buy your tickets at the door. Cash or credit card will be accepted.
January PTA Meeting- Date updated
Our next PTA meeting will be on Thursday, January 22 at 7pm. This will be a virtual meeting. More information to come.
Winter After School Activities and Clubs
As we begin 2026, we're looking forward to a great lineup of after school activities and clubs. Registration closes tomorrow, January 15th!
Register for Little Scholars Offerings here -
- Mondays: 2/2, 2/9, 2/23, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23, 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11 (12 total)
Chess, grades K-6 $339/student
Wizards and Wonders, grades 3-6, $281/student
- Tuesdays: 2/3, 2/10, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 4/7, 4/14, 4/21, 4/28, 5/5 (12 total)
Culture Exchange Club, grades 3-6, $371/student
Yogis, grades K-2, $281/student
- Wednesdays: 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 5/6, 5/13 (11 total)
The Art of Snacks, grades K-2, $344/student
Miniature Makers Workshop, grades 3-6, $344/student
- Thursdays: 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/9, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30 (12 total)
Globetrotters, grades K-3, $281/student
Kindness Club, grades 3-6, $242/student
Here are the descriptions of the classes.
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The Art of Snacks: Students become "snack artisans" to learn the art of preparing healthy nibbles. This class fosters a love for food, creativity, and healthy habits while making tasty masterpieces.
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Chess: Led by Silver Knights Chess Academy, this class covers everything from basic rules to advanced strategies. Students receive all supplies and can participate in practice games and tournaments (in-person and online).
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Culture Exchange Club: Students explore the world through diverse cuisines, music, and discussions on global affairs. It is a journey to celebrate cultural diversity and expand horizons.
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Globetrotters: A special journey to different countries to learn about unique traditions and celebrations. Students explore native art, music, and games from around the globe.
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Kindness Club: Students take the lead on service projects to make a real impact in the community. This club focuses on building compassion, teamwork, and leadership skills.
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Miniature Makers Workshop: Students use everyday materials and imagination to design 3D scenes, characters, and tiny treasures. This hands-on class helps develop fine motor skills and creative expression.
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Wizards and Wonders: A world of enchantment focusing on storytelling, character creation, and costume design. Students engage in drama games and acting exercises to bring wizarding tales to life.
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Yogis: Students foster strength through yoga poses, meditations, and breathing techniques. These sessions use interactive games to help students apply yoga practices to their school classrooms and social interactions.
After School Clubs: Registration for Cricket is extended until next week
Register for after Oak Hill after school clubs here:
Geography Club, Mondays, 2/2, 2/9, 2/23, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23 (7 classes total), grades 2-4, Ms. Payne’s classroom, $100/student
Ultimate Frisbee, Mondays, 3/2, 3/9, 3/23, 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4 (7 classes total), grades 5-6, Outdoor field (gym if inclement weather), $75/student. This club teaches physical agility and the basics of backhand and forehand (Flick) throws. Rocky Run PE Teacher Erik Hayes is the instructor.
Cricket Explorers Club, Tuesdays, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24 (10 classes total), grades 2-6, Gym, $250/student. This class helps students learn the fundamentals of the game while building confidence and having fun. All skill levels are welcome to join. For more information, please contact Tallal Zia at TallalZia@yahoo.com or call 518-852-0944.
Note: All necessary cricket gear will be provided for student use.
Creative Writing Club, Thursdays, 1/15, 1/22, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26 (10 classes total), grades 4-6, Ms. Wright’s classroom, $100/student
Spelling Bee
Spelling Bee is a fantastic opportunity for students to showcase their spelling skills and enjoy some healthy competition. We encourage all students from grades 1-6 to participate, as this is a wonderful chance to build confidence, enhance vocabulary, and develop public speaking abilities. Registration is free! Once you register, your student will have an opportunity to take an online spelling test to qualify for the in-person Spelling Bee. Only top performers from each grade level will participate in the in-person Bee.
Hard copies of the study word list are available in the office.
Preliminary School /Grade Rounds: February 2025 (online assessment per grade)
In Person Spelling Bee: Thursday, February 26, 2026, 5 pm in the Oak Hill cafeteria.
Questions?
Visit www.oakhillpta.org or email president@oakhillpta.org.
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