Lower School Newsletter – January 31, 2024
JANUARY 31, 2024
Letter From the Division Director
Dear Lower School Families,
Yesterday, we came together as a JK-12 community to celebrate Flint Hill Day. It brings us immense joy to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Ms. Emma Barnes for her remarkable 20 years of dedicated teaching at Flint Hill Lower School and all the Driving Spirit Award winners! We are especially proud of Ms. Donna Holaday, a recipient of this year’s Driving Spirit Award, who has been a cornerstone of our Lower School for 17 years, providing exceptional care and support to us all daily!
We hope our JK-3 parents enjoyed visiting specials classrooms and the informative parent coffee gathering on Lower School counseling and social-emotional learning last Friday. We look forward to welcoming everyone for our next open classroom visit on Friday, February 16 (grades JK-3) and Friday, February 23 (grades 4-6).
As a reminder, we will not have school for students on Monday, February 12, as we will hold a Professional Development Day.
If you have any questions, concerns, or simply want to discuss any aspect of your child's education, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We value your input and partnership in ensuring the success and well-being of your child.
Thank you for your continued support and involvement in the Lower School community.
Warmly,
Madeleine Lopez
Director of the Lower School
Announcements
Enrollment Contracts Are in Your Husky Hub Account
Please note the information below and contact admission@flinthill.org or 703.584.2314 with any questions.
- TODAY, Wednesday, January 31 — 2024-25 enrollment contracts were issued for returning students.
- Thursday, February 8 — 2024-25 enrollment contracts due. The completed enrollment contract and non-refundable deposit will secure your child’s placement for next year.
Upcoming Classroom Visits and Parent Coffee
We look forward to welcoming grades JK-3 parents on Friday, February 16, 8:15-9:30 a.m., and grades 4-6 parents on Friday, February 23, 8:15-9:30 a.m.
Dads Meetup: Topgolf — Monday, February 26
Connect with fellow Flint Hill dads while enjoying some friendly competition at Topgolf on Monday, February 26, 6:00-8:00 p.m. Registration is limited to 25 guests and includes play and equipment, appetizers, and non-alcoholic beverages. Register using this form, and contact Olivia Landrum with any questions. Special thanks to Divisional Ambassador Mani Qazi P’29 for hosting!
Parent Meetup: Walking Group — February Dates Added!
Join Molisa Meholic P'29 and other Flint Hill parents for a rejuvenating walk through different trails and neighborhoods near the School. Sign up on this form and contact Molisa Meholic with any questions.
February Location: Difficult Run Trailhead, Miller Heights Neighborhood
February Dates: Tuesday, February 6; Friday, February 16; and Tuesday, February 27 at 8:15 a.m.
Community Festival: Save the Date — Saturday, March 2
Please save the date and make a plan to join us on Saturday, March 2, in the Upper School for our annual Community Festival!
From 9:00 to 11:30 a.m., you're invited to engage in thoughtful discussions about what makes a community. Open to parents, faculty/staff, alumni, and students in grades 7-12, the event is designed to engage in dialogue that will foster relationships and strengthen connections within the Flint Hill community.
From 12:00 to 2:00 p.m., we will celebrate and honor our community’s diverse background with a cultural festival to highlight the rich diversity within our community.
Reminders
Kaleidoscope Parent Book Club — Monday, February 5
Our next meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 5, 8:30-9:30 a.m., in the Peterson Middle School Conference Room. We will meet to discuss “All American Boys” by Jason Reynolds and Brendon Kiely. Our book club provides a safe and engaging space for parents to read, discuss, and reflect on thought-provoking narratives that have been deemed too controversial. We've curated a diverse selection of banned books from various genres and eras that have sparked debates and provoked change. RSVP to attend by completing this form. If you have any questions, please contact All-School Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Coordinator Miles Henderson.
Parent Meetup: Women Giving Back Volunteer Day — Thursday, February 8
Women Giving Back is an organization that supports women and children in crisis. Spend time together while sorting clothing donations at the Sterling warehouse on Thursday, February 8, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Learn more and sign up to volunteer!
Register for Summer on the Hill
Registration is now open for 2024 Summer on the Hill. We are proud to offer programs in the following categories:
- Headfirst Summer Camps: Age 3 - Rising Grade 5
- Athletic Camps: Rising Grades 3-9
- Enrichment Camps: Rising Grades 4-9
- For-Credit & Academic Prep Courses: Rising Grades 9-12
- D.C. United Soccer Camp & Washington Nationals Baseball and Softball Camps: Ages 5-13
Space is limited so reserve your slot today! For questions, contact Matt McCoart.
Volunteers Needed! Sign Up for a Shift in the Igloo
Your help is needed to run concessions in the Upper School. No experience necessary! Parents from all divisions are welcome; this is a great opportunity to connect with other parents. Sign up for as many shifts as you'd like, and invite a friend to join you. Upper School students can earn service hours for basketball games, too! Volunteer Sign-up
Upcoming Events
Enrollment Contracts Issued — Current Students
Wednesday, January 31
Financial Aid Notification — Current Students
Wednesday, January 31
Kaleidoscope Parent Book Club
Monday, February 5
Peterson Middle School Conference Room, 8:30-9:30 a.m.
RSVP to attend
Parent Meetup: Walking Group
Tuesday, February 6
Difficult Run Trailhead, Miller Heights Neighborhood, 8:15 a.m.
Sign up to attend
Enrollment Contracts Due — Current Students
Thursday, February 8
Parent Meetup: Women Giving Back Volunteer Day
Thursday, February 8
Women Giving Back, 20 Export Drive, Sterling, VA, 20164, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Sign up to attend
Professional Development Day, No Classes
Monday, February 12
Major Minors Concert
Wednesday, February 14
Upper School Commons, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
A family-friendly concert featuring our Upper School a capella group!
Parent Meetup: Walking Group
Friday, February 16
Difficult Run Trailhead, Miller Heights Neighborhood, 8:15 a.m.
Sign up to attend
Grades JK-3 Classroom Visit and Parent Coffee
Friday, February 16
Olson Theater and Classrooms, 8:15-9:30 a.m.
Presidents’ Day, No School
Monday, February 19
Grades 4-6 Classroom Visit and Parent Coffee
Friday, February 23
Olson Theater and Classrooms, 8:15-9:30 a.m.
Dads Meetup: Topgolf
Monday, February 26
Topgolf Loudoun, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Sign up to attend
Parent Meetup: Walking Group
Tuesday, February 27
Difficult Run Trailhead, Miller Heights Neighborhood, 8:15 a.m.
Sign up to attend
