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Summertime Buzz at Halley ES
We hope each of our Halley families enjoyed the long weekend to celebrate the 4th of July! Hopefully each of you had some fun in the sun...and the shade!
Our school has students in it once again as our preschoolers enjoy their summer session. Our amazing custodians are hard at work each day to ensure the building is ready for all of our Halley Hornets in August!
We hope our students in all grade levels are getting an opportunity to relax, have fun...and read! During the summer, remember to check out the Lorton Library (especially when the days are hot). Reading each day will help prevent the summer slide that so many students experience when having limited access to reading materials. The Lorton Library has a wide assortment of genres and titles for all ages.
Our Halley summer office hours are 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Please continue to read the newsletter in its entirety for summer announcements.
Stay cool!
Paula Johnson-Tyler, Principal
Kayleigh Merritt, Assistant Principal
Hanna Langstein, Assistant Principal
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Summer Resources Help Students Stay Curious, Healthy, and Busy
The FCPS Summer Learning webpage offers ideas and strategies for families to keep students curious throughout the summer. It’s the perfect time to help your student explore new interests, reinforce concepts, and stay engaged!
Barnes & Noble Summer Reading Program (Grades 1–6)
Students in grades 1–6 can earn a FREE book through the Barnes & Noble Summer Reading Program!
How it works:
- Read any 8 books.
- Record them in the Summer Reading Journal.
- Bring the completed journal to a Barnes & Noble store.
- Choose a free book from the eligible selections.
Program Dates: July 1–August 31
Summer Reading Journal: https://cdn.sanity.io/files/uecy4ntd/production/817ccda3c374ee2d3bb0cde9dd18b41842a629cf.pdf
Fairfax County Public Library Summer Reading Adventure
The Fairfax County Public Library Summer Reading Adventure is open to youth and adults.
Participation is easy:
- Register for the Summer Reading Adventure.
- Earn virtual badges by:
- Reading or listening to books
- Reading for 20–30 minutes
- Completing activities
- Or a combination of all three
Depending on age, participants earn 10–15 virtual badges.
Once reading goals are completed, visit your local library branch to receive prizes.
Printed reading logs will be available in branches and online beginning June 17.
Learn More: https://research.fairfaxcounty.gov/reading-challenges/summer-reading
Happy Reading!
Summer Meals for Students
Starting Monday, June 22, no-cost meals will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis at the sites and times listed on the FCPS Summer Food Service Program webpage. Students must remain on site while eating their meals.
This year, thanks to generous support from Educate Fairfax, families may also receive one no-cost breakfast and lunch per adult at the following elementary schools: Braddock, Dogwood, Glen Forest, Hutchison, Hybla Valley, and London Towne.
Summer sites will continue to be added, so please check the Summer Food webpage regularly for updates.
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Early Release Wednesdays for the 26-27 School Year & Attendance
FCPS will continue with limited early release Wednesdays for elementary schools during the 2026-27 school year. The number of days has been reduced from eight to four.
Early release Wednesdays provide elementary teachers with a dedicated block of time to prepare lessons, participate in professional development and training, and collaborate with their peers. A well-supported and continuously improving teaching staff leads to better educational outcomes for students.
Please view the dates for our school’s early release Wednesdays below:
- October 21st
- December 2nd
- February 10th
- May 5th
Other Important Dates:
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Halley's Open House Activities: August 20th
- Kindergarten Popsicle Party 2:00-2:30
- PreK Open House 2:00-2:30
- Military Connected Families Meet & Greet 2:30-3:00
- Open House Meet the Teacher K thru 6th 3:00-4:00
- First Day of School for Students-August 24th
Are you planning for travel during the 26-27 school year?
When planning for travel with your student, please adhere to the FCPS School Year Calendar. Long-term trips need to be planned around the extended breaks that are built into the calendar (i.e. Thanksgiving, Winter break, Spring break, and Summer break).
Please click HERE to reference the FCPS School Year Calendar.
Daily attendance is an expectation for the entire school year for all students within FCPS. Planned travel is not considered an excused absence within the division. When students are absent from school, they miss out on learning and fall behind!
Help us combat chronic absenteeism at Halley ES by ensuring your child is present at school each day.
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Congratulations to Michelle Miller!
Halley's new PTO President!
Halley voted in a new president last week during their final meeting. Kudos to Allison Viescas who proudly served the Halley community as PTO president for several years. Her leadership has left an impact for years to come.
We wish Mrs. Miller a successful launch into her new journey as president of the PTO!
"Way to go Mrs. Miller!"
The Halley PTO board is looking for a few good parents for the 2026-2027 school year to serve in a leadership role within the PTO.
We are currently taking nominations from parents within the Halley community. If you would like to nominate someone...or yourself for the position, please complete the Google form by clicking HERE.
The Google form lists the various positions available and their duties.
Nominations will be accepted until August 31st.
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