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Early Release Tomorrow
Wednesday, December 10 is an Early Release Wednesday. Students will dismiss at 12:55 PM unless they have previously signed up for supervision.
12/9 - Tonight! PTA Restaurant Night @ Taco Bomba (Backlick Road)
12/9 - Tonight! Math Night @ 6 PM in the Cafe
12/10 - Wednesday - Early Release Day - BHES Dismissal @ 12:55 PM
12/15-19 Winter Book Fair in the Library
12/17 -- BHES Winter Concert @ Edison HS
12/22 - FCPS Winter Break begins. Bush Hill will re-open on Monday, January 5, 2026. Happy New Year!
Attendance Is Important Every Day!
Every year, absences increase in the weeks before and after winter break. Give your child the gift of education and help build a habit of attendance. Visit the FCPS website for more attendance resources.
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December 8th - Attendance Table: K-6
BHES's 2025-2026 Attendance Goal: 8% chronic absenteeism or less
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Percentage of students NOT currently chronically absent
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92.1 %
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Percentage of students currently chronically absent (missed 10% or more of the school days so far this year)
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7.9 %
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Make sure your child is in school every day, right up until vacation starts. Our teachers will be teaching, and our students will be learning.
Community Resources
Winter Break Childcare Resource Options
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Camp Fairfax Winter and Spring Break Camp’s registration has begun. Space is limited and spots are on a first come, first-serve basis. For questions or to register, please call (703) 449-8989 or visit the registration website here.
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Fairfax County Park Authority offers various camps and programming throughout Fairfax County to keep students active! To learn more and register, please view the Fall and Winter Camp catalog or explore their
Food and Clothing Resource Options
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Coordinated Services Planning (CSP) is a hotline service, connecting Fairfax County residents to food, shelter, rental, employment, and emergency resources and services. To get connected, please call (703) 222-0880 to speak to a Specialist or visit their website to learn more.
Fairfax County Neighborhood and Community Services shares food resources in your area, using the emergency food access map found here.
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Koinonia Foundation provides food, clothing, emergency assistance, and holiday assistance programs in the Alexandria-Springfield area. To learn more, please visit their website or call (703) 971-1991.
FCPS Family Café Series
The Connected Family: Navigating the Digital World Together - Register here for all upcoming dates.
- Tuesday, December 9, 2025, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Chantilly High School
- January 12, 2026, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Lake Braddock High School
- January 22, 2026, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at West Potomac High School
Upcoming FCPS Webinars and Workshops
Please register here for all upcoming webinars and workshops
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Safe and Supportive Learning Environments for All Learners: December 12, 10-11:30 a.m.
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The Power of Restorative Justice Practices to Support Students and Families in Schools and at Home: Part 2: December 19, 10-11:30 a.m.
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Futures Planning in Unique Circumstances: What Resources are Available and What Plans Do I Need to Put in Place for my Special Needs Child? Session 1 (virtual) January 9, 10-11:30 a.m.
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How to Develop Motivation with Your Child January 16, 10-11:30 a.m.
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Futures Planning Workshop-Creating the Framework for Futures Planning Session 2 (In-person) January 23, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
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Tips to Reduce Parent Stress and Anxiety January 27, 10-11:30 a.m.
Bush Hill Tools and Resources
To learn more, please click on each resource below.
Have questions or need support on any of the information above? Please contact Bush Hill’s Family Liaison, Kate Formeller (Ms. Kate), for further assistance. Thank you!
Phone: (571) 595-5135
Email: Kformeller@fcps.edu
Talking Points: Kate Formeller
Bush Hill Math Trajectory After School Special- Tuesday, December 9th
Want to learn about the different math courses offered at Twain and Edison? Join us at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, December 9th in the Bush Hill cafeteria!
Representatives from Twain and Edison will be available to answer questions and share information about math in middle and high school!
The Winter 2025 Book Fair is coming December 15th – 19th. Family nights will be Tuesday, December 16th, and Wednesday, December 17th, from 4:00 – 7:00 pm.
More Book Fair details: Set up eWallet and find more information
Would you like to help with the fair? We’d love your help! Book Fair Volunteer Sign-up
❄️ 5th & 6th Grade Winter Concert Announcement! | 