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Learning Together on Early Release Wednesdays: Strengthening Instruction Through AI and GLAD
Early Release Wednesdays give the Rose Hill team dedicated time to strengthen instruction and collaborate for student success. This past Wednesday, teachers engaged in professional learning focused on using AI to enhance lesson planning and the effective use and implementation of GLAD strategies. GLAD (Guided Language Acquisition Design) strategies are research-based instructional practices that support language development, academic vocabulary, and comprehension for all students through intentional visuals, structured oral language, and interactive learning routines. Our instructional coach, Ms. Mistretta, led a thoughtful and practical session that supported teachers in deepening their practice and sharpening instructional impact for all learners.
No 3rd Quarter Interims
Due to the extension of second quarter as a result of recent snow days, we will not be sending home third quarter interims. Progress reports were sent home just two weeks ago, and we felt it was important to avoid redundancy. As always, if you have any questions or would like to discuss your child’s progress, please feel free to reach out to your child’s teacher.
Rachal Edwards, Principal
A Day Full of Celebrations at RHES!
Friday, February 13 was a day to remember at RHES! Not only was it Friday the 13th and a day filled with Valentine’s celebrations, but it also marked our 100th Day of School. The building was buzzing with excitement as students and staff celebrated in a variety of fun and creative ways. It was especially delightful to see our Kindergarten students—many dressed as 100-year-olds—engaging in activities centered around the 100th day. From counting and building to reading and writing, the joy and energy throughout the school truly reflected what a special milestone this day was for our community.
New Visitor Management System
We are excited to announce that our school is now using the new Raptor Visitor Management System (VMS). This upgrade is part of our school’s and FCPS’ ongoing commitment to enhancing school safety and streamlining the process for visitors at our school. The VMS ensures that no visitor is on the sex offender registry.
For most visitors, the user experience will be the same when you check in at the front office.
But now there is also an app, which can make check-ins even faster at school. Visitors who choose to download the RaptorSafe App and create a Raptor Passport can pre-verify their information before they get to school. The app will give you a QR code you can use when you check in at school.
If you have questions or need assistance with the new system, please contact our front office. Thank you for your partnership in keeping our schools safe!
Community Events
There are several offerings that you might be interested either in for you or for your child. Check them out below!
2026 CTE Summery Enrichment Programs
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Tech Adventure Camp: Current Kindergarten - grade 5 students explore Business/Marketing, Family + Consumer Sciences, Health + Medical Sciences, STEAM, and Trades by rotating through daily classes. Visit the Tech Adventure Camp webpage here: bit.ly/FCPS_TAC
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CTE Summer Academy: Current grade 6 - 11 students choose their classes and dive deeper into CTE program areas, skills, and career exploration. Visit the CTE Summer Academy webpage here: bit.ly/FCPS_CSA
The FCPS Family Literacy Program invites families to improve their English skills on Tuesdays and Thursdays at West Potomac HS from 6pm to 8pm. This offering is for any family that has children in FCPS. Register using this link.
Virtual Special Education Night for Parents - Belle View is hosting a special education night with speakers from Fairfax County’sTherapeutic Recreation Services, Pulley Center, and a former Belle View family to share their experience from elementary to middle school. The flyer can be found by clicking here.
Spanish Storytime Program - This program is designed for children ages 0-6 and their caregivers. Lea is an educator at the Smithsonian's Hirshhorn Musuem and runs this program which occurs ont he 3rd Tuesday of each month. Check out theflyer in English and Spanish.
Upcoming Events
- Thursday, 2/26 - Therapy Dogs at RHES
- Friday, 2/27 - Stellar Squads!
- Friday, 2/27 - Grade level newsletters will be sent to families
- Thursday, 3/12 - Therapy Dogs at RHES
- Friday, 3/13 - Rose Hill Players presents Rock Bottom, 7pm, Edison High School
- Saturday, 3/14 - Rose Hill Players presents Rock Bottom, 1pm & 6pm, Edison High School
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