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Check out what is happening at Orange Hunt:
Our Boosterthon kickoff parade brought incredible energy and school spirit! Our 6th grade marching band and cheerleaders led the celebration, and we were thrilled to have Hoot join in the fun. We’re excited for a week full of activities ahead, all leading up to our Fun Run on Friday the 24th!
URGENT NOTICE: CALENDAR CHANGE
April 21st - Student Holiday due to special election voting
April 22nd - FULL DAY OF SCHOOL - 3-hour early dismissal is CANCELED
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Boosterthon is Here!
We’re thrilled for this year’s main fundraiser — Orange Hunt Owl Fun Run! Our goal is to raise $40,000 for enriching student experiences through arts programs, campus improvements, teacher support, and field trips to benefit our students at Orange Hunt.
Sign up and share the site with friends and family! Register your students at mybooster.com
The Fun Run will be held on 4/24 during the school day. Stay tuned for more information.
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West Springfield Pyramid Art Show – This Week!
Join us this week for the West Springfield Pyramid Art Show on Wednesday, April 15 from 5:00–8:00 PM at West Springfield High School (park by Door 5). This special event features artwork from elementary, middle, and high school students across our pyramid.
Students whose artwork has been selected have already been contacted by their art teachers. However, all families are welcome to attend and enjoy the incredible artwork created by current Orange Hunt students, former students, and students from across our pyramid.
We hope to see you there!
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.
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.
Hmmmm, Did I Buy a Yearbook?
Not sure if you’ve purchased a yearbook this year? Search your email for “Do Not Reply Buy the Yearbook.com.”
If you still have questions, you can email Ann Prentice at aiprentice@fcps.edu who can search for you.
You can still order here:
www.buytheyearbook.com
School ID: 730467
The last day to order yearbooks is Friday, April 24th.
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Early Release Wednesdays
Please note that the April 22nd early release day has been reassigned as a FULL SCHOOL day.
Our final 3-hour early release day this school year will be on May 13th.
Spring SOL Testing Dates
Please avoid scheduling appointments and travel on testing days.
The Spring SOL testing dates for Orange Hunt are as follows:
Date Subject Grade
Thursday, April 30 Reading 3,4,5,and 6
Tuesday, May 5 Math 3,4,5,and 6
(adv. math for 5th & 6th grade)
Thursday, May 14 Science 5th grade only
**Note: Make-up tests will be given throughout the testing window for students who are absent on the day of the school testing.
2026 Special Education Family Conference
Stronger Together: Connecting Families & Schools, has been rescheduled to Saturday, April 18, 2026. This in-person event will offer opening sessions for all participants in the morning and choice breakout sessions. This no-cost, in-person event is hosted by Fairfax County Public Schools in collaboration with a host of internal and external community partners. Families will have the opportunity to hear a keynote address from internationally renowned educator and advocate, Dr. Shelley Moore, connect to resources, and participate in afternoon sessions.
Location:
George C. Marshall High School
7731 Leesburg Pike
Falls Church, VA 22043
Time: 8:30am to 3:30pm
Click here to register and provide your contact information, request for childcare, special accommodations, and language interpretation needs.
Additional information is available on the FCPS 2026 Special Education Family Conference webpage.
Month of the Military Child Purple Up! Spirit Wear
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is gearing up to honor and celebrate its military-connected youth in April, the Month of the Military Child, and on Purple Up! Day!
This year, Virginia will celebrate Purple Up! Day on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Purple Up! Day is a special day for communities to come together and wear purple as a visible gesture of support for our military-connected youth and their families. Purple symbolizes the combined colors of all branches of the military.
These items highlight our gratitude and appreciation for our 14,500 military-connected students and their families. #PurpleUpFCPS!
For more information and/or to connect with FCPS resources, email us at militaryfamilies@fcps.edu.
Spirit Day:
Wednesday 4/15: Purple Up - Wear Purple
Thursday 4/16:The places you go! Wear a shirt from a place you lived/visited.
Friday 4/17: Wear Red for "Readiness Deployment"
Upcoming Events
4/21: No School for students for the Election
4/24: Fun Run (at school) Watch your email for times and volunteer opportunites.
4/24: Last Day for Yearbook sales - no exceptions
4/30: Reading SOL, Grades: 3, 4, 5 & 6
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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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