September 11, 2026

September 11, 2026

From the Principal’s Pen

Dear Laurel Hill Families,

Today is September 11. On this day, we remember a difficult time in our country’s history. On September 11, 2001, our country was attacked. The attacks began at 8:46 a.m. and continued throughout the morning. Many people lost their lives, and many families and communities were deeply affected.

We honor the brave firefighters, police officers, emergency workers, military members, and everyday people who helped others during that difficult time. In the days that followed, people across the country came together to support one another and show kindness.

As we remember that happened on September 11th, let us practice courage, respect, compassion, and kindness. Even small acts of caring can make a big difference. Together, we can help make our school and community stronger.

Our first Parent Coffee was virtual and took place this past Wednesday. We shared some important information pertaining to the beginning of the school year. Please use the link HERE to view the recording. Our next Parent Coffee will also be virtual on 10/13 @ 10am.

Sincerely,

Thmeaka Traylor, Principal

Hanna Langstein, Assistant Principal

Addison Smith, Assistant Principal

September 16- BTSN

September 21- Rosh Hashanah holiday

2026-27 school year calendar

Back to School Night

Wednesday, September 16th, 6:00 PM - 7:35 PM.

All classes will have individual back to school night sessions. Parents will go directly to the classrooms; there is no large group meeting.

Session 1: 6:00-6:45 PM and Session 2 is 6:50-7:35 PM.

Lights, Camera, Action! Laurel Hill PTA presents Screen on the Green. Friday Sept 18th Fields behind school. Doors open at 6pm. Movie starts at dusk. Bring your chairs or blankets and enjoy a movie under the stars. Event is free, but pizza and snacks will be available to purchase. This is not a dropoff event, parents/guardians must stay with their children.

Click Here for an Amazon link if you are able to donate snack bar items.

School Board Welcome Videos

Welcome videos from ALL Fairfax County School Board members are available. Videos will also be shared at Back To School Night.

Superintendent Community Conversations

Join us for a series of Community Conversations that will be held across the school division. Share your thoughts with Dr. Reid and ask her questions. Click on the date to register for any of the following events:

Reporting Discrimination or Harassment

FCPS is committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for people of all races, national origins, and ethnicities. Individuals experiencing harassment or discrimination should report the incident as soon as possible.

Transportation ID Badge Program: Important Reminders and Resources

As schools continue implementing the student ID badge program, please share the following reminders with staff, students, and families:

Students may attach their badge to a backpack or other bag, provided the badge is accessible and can reach the scanner when boarding or exiting the bus.
Students should not be denied transportation because they forgot or do not have their badge. Transportation staff and bus drivers have been reminded of this expectation.
Students with sensory, medical, or other documented concerns should not be forced to wear the badge. A driver or assisting adult may scan the badge for the student.

Transportation Patience and Safety

Thank you for your patience as we all get used to new routines this school year. We appreciate our families following Kiss and Ride procedures and being patient while waiting for your child’s bus.

If your child’s bus is delayed, you may access the Bus Delay Notification System or use the Here Comes the Bus mobile app to receive the delayed bus report. Email messages will be sent to announce significant bus delays. Please contact the Transportation Office at 703-446-2000 with any additional questions. For concerns after 5:30 p.m., contact the FCPS Office of Safety and Security at 571-423-2000.

Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE to make sure you receive email messages about bus delays.

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

GOLD is the Awareness Color

The Annual SCHS Gold Outs in support of the Emma Jordon Kidz Fighting Cancer Foundation and childhood cancer awareness are scheduled for the following dates:

September 3rd - 12th Annual Football, Cheer, Dance, Band, Choir vs Hayfield 7pm

September 14th - 8th Annual Field Hockey vs Edison 7:30pm

September 15th - 3rd Annual Boys Volleyball vs Fairfax 6:30pm

There will be free admission to all SCHS students wearing a gold shirt for all Gold Out games this year!

Questions? Please contact Elena Jordon.

Emma Jordon Kidz Fighting Cancer Foundation

703-302-0197

AAP Referral Window for New Families

Fall Full-Time AAP Referral Window for Students New to FCPS Closes on October 15

The Advanced Academic Program (AAP) fall referral window is only for students in Grades 3 to 8 who are new to FCPS since January 1, 2026. Parents and guardians who would like their student to be considered for Full-Time AAP services must submit the Full-Time AAP Referral Form to Lauren Clark, Advanced Academic Resource Teacher, at lmclark@fcps.edu by Thursday, October 15. Late referrals will not be accepted.

For students who are not new to FCPS, the spring Full-Time AAP identification window is open to students in Grades 2 to 7. Families interested in referring their student for consideration during the spring window must submit a referral by Tuesday, December 15.

Once a referral is received, our school will compile information related to the student. Then, a committee of trained professionals from across the county will review materials to determine eligibility for Full-Time AAP services.

Other Advanced Academic Services

At the elementary level, all students are screened each spring for Subject-Specific and Part-Time AAP services. Families may also refer their student for consideration for Subject-Specific or Part-Time AAP at any time during the school year. Eligibility decisions are made at the school level, and families are notified of the decision within 30 school days of the referral. The Full-Time AAP referral deadlines do not apply.

At the middle school level, honors courses are open to all students.

For more information, please contact Lauren Clark, Advanced Academic Resource Teacher, at lmclark@fcps.edu or visit the Advanced Academic Programs webpage.

Click Hereto access the Sparkle Muffin Podcast. This is where our Science teacher Mr. Cookson does a podcast with our very own students. They chat about science and eat muffins!

Join Our PTA!

Please join our PTA! The collaboration within our community is what makes us great. Click Here to join the Laurel Hill ES PTA for the 2026-2027 school year. Thank you for your support!