Bush Hill Updates - Tuesday, April 14, 2026

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April Is Month Of The Military Child

Celebrate Our Military Kids!

Join us for Month of the Military Child Spirit Week! To show our appreciation for the strength and sacrifices of our military-connected students, we invite everyone to participate in a week of fun and meaningful themes. *Please note the correction to the dates sent out previously. The dates below and on the paper copy of the flyer have the correct information.

Spirit Week Schedule

  • Monday, April 13: Unite Together – Wear your military gear to show support for your favorite branch!
  • Tuesday, April 14: Crazy Camo Day – Show off your best camouflage clothing.
  • Wednesday, April 15: Purple Up! – Wear purple to show your final roar of support for all military kids.
  • Thursday, April 16: Bright Colors – Wear your brightest colors because military kids help America shine!
  • Friday, April 17: Hats Off to Military Children – Wear your favorite hat to celebrate our students.

SOL Family Coffee

Family Coffee discussing the SOL Assessments on Thursday April 16th 9:20-9:50 in the Bush Hill Cafeteria

Please join School Testing Coordinator Alison Garner for an overview of the SOL assessments. This session highlights what to expect on testing day, how to help your child prepare, and how to view scores. A brief presentation will be followed by a Q&A session to address your questions.

Attendance Matters

April 6th - Attendance Table: K-6

BHES's 2025-2026 Attendance Goal: 8% chronic absenteeism or less

Percentage of students NOT currently chronically absent

93.2%

Percentage of students currently chronically absent (missed 10% or more of the school days so far this year)

 

6.8%

Studies have shown that just two absences per month can cause students to fall behind.  Let’s finish this school year strong.

Spring Book Fair

This is a Bookworm book fair! 

Here are the details:

Previews: April 16 & 17

Shopping:  April 20 – 24

Family nights: Monday, April 20, and Wednesday, April 22, from 4:00 – 7:00 pm.

Set up Bookworm eWallet:   eWallet and More Information

Would you like to help with the fair?  We’d love your help!  Book Fair Volunteer Sign-up

3 More Days To Order Your Panther Yearbook

Late Orders are NOT Guaranteed!

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Order deadline FAST approaching.  The last day to order your Panther yearbook is  Friday, April 17th. 

Price $17

Yearbook school ID # 733033

Name on cover $4

www.buytheyearbook.com

Calendar Update - No School 4/21

April Statewide Election: No School for Students

There will be no school for students on Tuesday, April 21, for the Virginia statewide election. Student activities, athletic practices, and events may proceed as scheduled. 

FCPS will offer lunch and a snack at no cost to children aged 18 and under on Tuesday, April 21, at participating schools. The meals must be eaten on site, and enrichment activities will be available for the children. For more information, visit the FCPS Food and Nutrition Services webpage

Community Culture Connection Night

Wednesday, April 22, 5:45-7:00 PM

Come celebrate the rich, diverse cultures that make up our unique school community! Choose a country, state or place that is special to you and your family. Share that special place with our school community through food, music, dance, clothing, etc. Presenters should fill out this form by April 15. Come celebrate, share, and connect! And stop by the Spring Book Fair while you’re here! Questions? Please reach out to Meg Lynch, mklynch1@fcps.edu.

Panther PTA

LAST CALL FOR ENRICHMENT

We need more registrations for boys running club, cooking, chess, sports spectacular, dance fitness and golf…register  now! Check out these awesome options. Click here to see all the programs.

JOIN US FOR RESTAURANT NIGHT

Join us for April Restaurant Night at California Fish Grill (7003 Manchester Blvd) on Tuesday, April 14, from 11:00 AM–8:00 PM. Enjoy a meal in person or online, and 25% of sales will be donated back to the PTA to support field trips, staff appreciation, and more!

HELP THE GARDEN CLUB

Help our school get ready for spring by lending a hand with the Bush Hill Garden Club! Join us Saturday April 25 as we weed, prune, plant, and freshen up our school grounds. There are tasks for all ages, so anyone can help.

Flexible hour‑long shifts are available, and you’re welcome to sign up for more than one shift.

Use the link below to sign up today!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0B4CA8A62BAAFB6-63066968-clean#/

JOIN THE PLANNING COMMITTE FOR STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK

Staff Appreciation Week is May 4–8, and we’re looking for volunteers to help plan a fun and meaningful week to celebrate our incredible Bush Hill team.

Our teachers and staff give so much every day, now it’s our turn and WE NEED YOU!

If you enjoy being creative, organizing activities, or simply love supporting our teachers and staff, we’d love to have you join us! Volunteers will help choose a theme and plan special touches to show just how much our staff is appreciated.

Ready to help spoil our staff email ptabushhillelementary@gmail.com today!

Can’t volunteer but still want to help? We truly appreciate your generosity! Donations help make Staff Appreciation Week extra special for our staff. Click the link below.

Donations for Staff Appreciation Week

STEM EXPO 2026

Looking for a FREE, fun and educational weekend activity? Check out the Navy League’s Annual STEM Expo on Sunday, April 19, from 10:00 AM–1:00 PM at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center.  

Designed for students in grades 5–12—but open to all ages—the STEM Expo features interactive workshops, hands-on demonstrations, and real‑world career insights in science, technology, engineering, and math.

Click the link below to learn more and register. 

https://seaairspace.org/stem-expo/

Family Liaison Corner

Aldersgate Kids Consignment Sale

Find great deals on gently used children’s clothing, toys, books, baby gear, and more! We love new consignors and shoppers alike!