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Important Dates
October 2, - SHES PTA Sponsored Family Bingo Night, 6:00 p.m.
October 7 - First Quarter Interims go home in Wednesday folders
October 8 - Fall Picture Day, stay tuned for more information
October 12 - Indigenous People's Day, No School
October 21 - 3 Hour Early Release for Students 12:30 Dismissal
October 29 - PTA Trunk or Treat @ Sleepy Hollow, stay tuned for details
November 2nd & November 3rd - Teacher Work Day, Election Day, No School (Parent Teacher Conferences)
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Dear Sleepy Hollow Families,
As we welcome the beautiful days of fall, I’m grateful for the energy, kindness, and curiosity our students bring to school each day. Classrooms are filled with meaningful learning, and students continue to strengthen the routines and relationships that help our school community thrive.
Wishing you a wonderful weekend. Thank you for your continued support of Sleepy Hollow Elementary!
Warmly,
Principal Vega
AAP Referral Window for New Families
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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 Ms. Carmen Andersen, Advanced Academic Resource Teacher, at NCAndersen@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 Ms. Carmen Andersen, Advanced Academic Resource Teacher, at NCAndersen@fcps.edu or visit the Advanced Academic Programs webpage.
EARLY RELEASE WEDNESDAYS
12:30 P.M. Dismissal for All Students
All students will be released at 12:30 p.m. on the following four dates for the 2026 - 2027 school year in order to provide school staff with professional development opportunities.
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October 21
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December 2
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February 10
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May 5
Want a quick way to recognize an employee or team? Share an FCPS CARES! Families, colleagues, and students are all invited to submit. The FCPS CARES is automatically sent to the recipient(s) and their supervisor, and is posted on fcps.edu. Additionally, each month one school in our region wins a staff celebration from HR. Encourage your community to show our staff that their hard work is appreciated!
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