Look for the translate button at the top-right of the screen.

Busque el botón de traducción en la parte superior derecha de la pantalla. 

Tìm nút dịch ở phía trên bên phải màn hình. 

ابحث عن زر الترجمة في أعلى يمين الشاشة. 

Message from the Principal

Dear Hutchison Families,

Thank you to all who joined us for our first PTA night and community conversation focused on safety. Your input and engagement are invaluable as we continue to prioritize the safety of our students and staff.

Please join us on Thursday to learn more about our Title 1 and Project Momentum designation. We will discuss the implications of these designations and how they will benefit our school community.

Following the informational session, we invite you to enjoy a Movie and Ice Cream Treat on Friday. It's a great opportunity to relax, have fun, and connect with other families.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Sarah C. Aiello 

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Contact:

Sarah Aiello

@email 

Community Calendar

9/23: Early Release Monday

9/26: Community Connection 9AM & 7PM –Title 1 & Project Momentum

9/27: Ice Cream  5:00 PM & Movie Night  5:45 PM Cafe

9/30: Picture Day

10/3: Religious Observance: No School

10/4: Teacher Workday: No Classes

10/14: Staff Development: No Classes

Contact:

Maureen Griffin

@email

AAP Fall Newsletter

The newsletter contains information about AAP services, ability testing, screening, and the annual parent referral deadline for Full-Time AAP services. The newsletter can be found online and hard copies are available in the main office. 

Advanced Academic Programs (AAP) | Hutchison Elementary School

Contact:

Caitlin Pickett

@email

Picture Day–Monday, September 30th

Fall pictures will be taken on Monday, September 30th.  Order photos now online or submit payment with your child on Monday, September 30.  Paper order forms will be sent home Tuesday, September 24th.

Use this link to sign up for updates via email regarding your child’s portraits: 

https://bit.ly/HutchPic

Contact:

Maureen Griffin

[email protected]u

Ice Cream Truck & Movie Night–Friday, September 27

LAVISH Ice Cream Truck 5-5:30 PM               Migration  5:45

Featuring: Ice Cream, Bubble Tea,                                   Movie starts at 5:45 PM

 Smoothies, Milkshakes                                                                   Cafe

Prices range from $5-$9                                         Parents, please enjoy a free movie 

Payment:  cash, credit, or apple pay                                     with your child.

20% of all sales returned to PTA                            All children must be accompanied by

                                                                                                    an adult.           

Contact:

Maureen Griffin

[email protected]u

Talking Points

The Talking Point app has additional features like photos, polls, and organizing your children. If you haven’t downloaded the Talking Points app, yet you can use the links below (It’s free!):

• Google Play Store
• Apple App Store

Contact:

Carly Le Blanc

@email 

Cognitive Abilities Testing Home Language Opt-In Letters

 - All 2nd Grade and Some 3rd - 6th Grade Students 

September 24th - Be on the lookout for this letter, in your child’s Tuesday Folder,  if you have a home language of Spanish, Urdu or Arabic.  This letter is asking if you want your child to receive the COGAT directions in your home language or in English.  Only the directions will be in another language, all other parts of the test are in english only!!  

Please return this form to your child's teacher by October 11, 2024

Contact:

Wendy West

@email

Benchmark Advance Caregiver Website

Benchmark Advance is the state approved curriculum that aligns with evidence-based literacy instruction that ALL FCPS schools will follow this school year.  Please look over the Benchmark Caregiver website in English or in Spanish to learn more about the program.  There is also a 9 minute video when you click on the picture in the top right corner. 

Contact:

Amanda Salvo

@email

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Updates from the County

Social- Emotional Learning

Students to Be Surveyed on Social-Emotional Learning

FCPS is committed to supporting the mental wellness of all students. The Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener helps our students share their perspectives on how their schools and communities support them and help them develop the skills they need to succeed.

The screener is offered to all students in grades 3 through 12 in the fall and spring. It addresses skills such as achieving goals, understanding and managing emotions, establishing and maintaining relationships with adults and peers, and making responsible decisions. Students also share how successful their school and community are at making them feel valued, included, and supported. Screener data is used to plan programming for the division, schools, and individual students. 

After each screening, results will be available in the Documents tab of SIS ParentVUE and mailed to families who don’t have a ParentVUE account. For more information, please visit the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage.

Families who wish to opt their child out may do so by completing the opt-out form in the Annual Notice packet or SIS ParentVUE. For more information, please visit the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage or contact our front office. 

Please note that the SEL Screener is not the same as the anonymous Fairfax County Youth Survey, which will take place later this fall.

Supporting Your Child’s Mental Health

Children go through a lot of changes, and it can be hard to tell if their behavior is developmentally appropriate or if they could benefit from mental health support. It’s important to talk to your child and pay attention to their actions, especially these warning signs:

• Increased irritability, hyperactivity, energy, and/or aggressive behavior.
• Excessive sadness, hopelessness, or worries.
• Loss of appetite, or significant weight gain or loss.
• Lack of sleep or too much sleep.
• A decline in grades, school avoidance, or attendance concerns.
• Alcohol or drug use.
• Withdrawal from activities and/or friends and family. 
• Thoughts of harming themselves or others.

If you notice any of these warning signs or feel your child may be experiencing a mental health challenge, help is available. Please contact Shannon Waters, Hutchison psychologist at @email to discuss your concerns and identify resources. Find additional ways to support your child’s wellness. 

If you or someone you care about is experiencing a mental health crisis such as thoughts of harming themselves or others, please take action right away. Call 988, go to the nearest emergency room, or contact the Sharon Bulova Center for Community Health Emergency Services at 703-573-5679.

Strategic Plan

FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan sets five main goals to create positive change in the division. These goals show where we should focus our attention and will help us align our efforts. 

Our third goal is for all students to achieve academic growth and excellence. We want our students to have the academic skills to be successful. For example, making sure they are readers by third grade and taking courses that challenge them throughout their education will help prepare them for lifelong success. See how Goal 3 is being put into practice. 

Our Schools, Our Future: Register Today for a Community Conversation! 

Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid will host a series of Community Conversations this fall. She invites you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Click the dates below to register for any of the following conversations:

• Monday, September 23, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Newington Forest Elementary School.
• Monday, September 30, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Mount Vernon Woods Elementary School.
• Monday, October 14, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Fairhill Elementary School.
• Monday, October 21, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Virginia Run Elementary School.
• Wednesday, October 30, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Herndon Middle School.

Events will take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.

We All Belong at School

Each one of us is unique, and every student matters. If your student is having a difficult time attending class, please speak with a trusted adult at school. 

Watch this video to see how everyone belongs at school. Visit our Attendance webpage for resources on attendance. Attend today, achieve tomorrow!

FCPS Trust Policy Supports Caring Culture

Fairfax County Public Schools is proud of its caring culture and strives to provide a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space for all students and families. The FCPS Trust Policy solidifies this commitment and aligns with Fairfax County Goverment's Public Trust and Confidentiality Policy. It ensures that FCPS students and families can access FCPS benefits and services without fear that information will be disclosed, directly or indirectly, to federal immigration officials. Please visit FCPS’ Trust Policy webpage to learn more about the policy and regulation in multiple languages. 

Nature Fest:  Sunday, September 29  1-5 PM