Lower School Newsletter – March 12, 2025
March 12, 2025
Announcements
Husky Pride on Thursday!
Lower School students are invited to dress in Husky pride tomorrow, Thursday, to celebrate our last full day before Spring Break.
Registration Now Open for Spring After-School Clubs
Registration will be open through Sunday, March 23. Individual clubs may reach capacity before registration closes. Clubs are an opportunity for students to engage in enrichment activities, learn a new hobby or skill, or engage in an existing passion throughout six sessions.
Start Date: Clubs will begin the week of Monday, April 7.
Time: 3:00-4:00 p.m., unless otherwise noted.
Pickup: Students may either participate in the 4:00 p.m. club carpool or attend AfterCare until as late as 5:30 p.m.
Snack: Snack is included in registration for clubs. Students will receive their snack when they arrive at their club.
For questions, email Director of After-School and Summer Programs Matt McCoart.
Arlington Parent Meetup — Thursday, April 10
Join LS Divisional Ambassador Julia Blizzard P'32, '35 and Ali Collins P'29, '31 for a casual meetup at Ocean Shack, 5:30-7:30 p.m., to connect with fellow Arlington parents. Whether you're looking to set up a new carpool or just meet other parents in the community, this is a great opportunity to spend time with Huskies in our area. While this event is geared toward Arlington parents, all JK-12 parents are invited to join! Register here and contact Julia Blizzard or Ali Collins with questions.
Step Up to Middle School: 6th Grade Parent Website
We’re excited to welcome our 6th graders to the Middle School next year! Get all the information you need on the new Step Up to Middle School page. The page includes answers to frequently asked questions, short videos related to the Middle School, links to resources, and a calendar of upcoming step-up events. Coming up in April: Director of the Middle School Brian Lamont will take 6th graders on a tour of Peterson Middle School, and he'll hold a parent orientation and advise on course selection.
Flint Hill Fund – Lead the Pack Challenge
Get ready Huskies — we’ve got a fun challenge coming for you! Stay tuned and keep an eye on your inboxes for more details on this year’s Flint Hill Fund’s Lead the Pack Challenge.
Want to be a lead dog? If you have not yet participated this year, join in now and get to the front of the pack! Your gift of any amount will count toward your participation in this challenge and help to support students and teachers each and every day. Let’s go Huskies!
Space Matters. Students Matter Most.
With your help, it’s time to update the Upper School Commons (including the balcony Commons area), Learning Commons, and Learning Centers. By giving students more functional and dynamic spaces, the Upper School will become as flexible as students’ and teachers’ needs are.
Make your gift today or a pledge payable by December 31, 2026, to make your impact on the Upper School. If you have questions about participating in this Upper School Commons and Classroom Revamp effort, please contact Assistant Head of School for Institutional Advancement Meredith VanDuyne.
Save these Dates for Casino Night on the Hill and Golf Invitational
Roll the dice and join the fun with fellow parents, alumni parents, and faculty and staff at Casino Night on the Hill — Friday, April 25, 8:00-10:00 p.m.! Mark your calendars and look for an electronic invitation after Spring Break.
The Golf Invitational and Skills Social on Thursday, May 22, brings our entire community together like no other, so you won’t want to miss it! Whether you’re ready to play 18 holes, sharpen your skills in the Skills Social, just want to volunteer or are interested in sponsoring, there is truly something for everyone. Register here!
Order Your FH + Peter Millar Golf Polo By Thursday, March 13
Show your FH pride on or off the course with a custom-embroidered Peter Millar Summer Comfort Performance Jersey polo. Order by Thursday, March 13, to ensure it’s available by May 22. Not interested in playing in the golf event but still want a shirt? When registering, select “Not attending — golf shirt only” and continue through the prompts to complete your order. Reach out to Olivia Landrum with questions.
Donate New and Gently Used Sporting Equipment
The Flint Hill Athletics department is partnering with Level The Playing Field (LPF) to solicit donations of new and gently used sporting equipment to directly redistribute to kids in need. We appreciate you making sure your donations are still in safe, functional condition. Have a question about the condition of your gear and donation location? Contact LPF directly, visit the LPF website, and click here for a list of acceptable items to donate.
Reminders
Lower School Parent Conferences This Friday
All Lower School conferences are 20 minutes and will be held in person in your child’s homeroom. Lower School Parent Conferences will take place on Friday, March 14; however, your child’s teacher may offer limited additional times on the preceding days.
Course Selection Process for Rising 7th Graders
On Monday, April 7, we will begin the process of course selection for those who will be middle schoolers next year — providing information about our Program Guide, options for students, guidance about selecting the appropriate courses and load, and Q&A sessions for students and parents.
Uniform and Spirit Wear Exchange This Friday
The Spring Uniform Exchange will take place on Friday, March 14, 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., in room 101 of Hazel Lower School. There is no cost for this event and you do not have to donate to participate. Item availability is based on donations and will be first come, first served. For questions about the Exchange, please contact Melissa Riley in the Advancement Office.
The School Store will be open on during this time in Room 112. You can also shop early online and pick up your items on Friday, March 14. For questions about the School Store, contact Store Manager Marina Matthes.
Parent Meetup: Mini Golf at Oakmont — Wednesday, April 2
Tee up some fun with fellow Flint Hill parents on Wednesday, April 2, 6:30-8:30 p.m.! Join Karen and John Landwehr P’22, ’27 and Susan and Jim Murphy P’22, ’24, ’26, ’31 for a casual evening of mini golf at Oakmont Rec Center. Parents will be randomly paired up to get to know someone new while competing in a friendly mini-golf tournament. Plus, this is the perfect warmup for the Flint Hill Golf Invitational and Skills Social on Thursday, May 22!
This is an adult-only event and registration is free, though we ask you to register in advance. Register to attend and contact Olivia Landrum with any questions.
Parent Walking Group: Spring Dates Added!
Meetup with fellow parents for rejuvenating walks through different trails and neighborhoods near the School. The location will vary each week and MS Divisional Ambassador Molisa Meholic P’29 will share location details with the group before each walk. Register for each date you can attend and contact Molisa Meholic with any questions.
Spring dates: Thursday, March 13; Friday, April 4; Thursday, April 24; Friday, May 9; Tuesday, May 27 at 8:15 a.m.
Parents: Do You Know a Retired Astronaut or Space Engineer?
From time to time, teachers bring in a presenter to enhance the classroom curriculum. Given the extensive levels of expertise within the parent and alumni community, we’d like to make these opportunities more broadly accessible.
We have a current need for retired NASA astronauts and space engineers to speak with the 7th grade after their Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center field trip on Friday, April 11. If you have a connection you might be willing to facilitate, please contact Assistant Head of School for Institutional Advancement Meredith VanDuyne to learn more (no obligations). Note that these presenting opportunities are not compensated.
As additional topics are requested we’ll share them here. Thank you for helping students and teachers make these real-world connections!
Spring Into Action — Igloo Volunteers Needed!
Help us keep the Igloo open after spring break and sign up for a shift! Bring a friend and volunteer for as many shifts as you'd like — your support makes a difference and gives you a special glimpse into Upper School life. Volunteer in the Igloo.
How to Sign up for Yay Lunch Service
Parents interested in the optional lunch program must sign up with Yay Lunch to receive their weekly email, sent every Thursday, featuring lunch menus for the following week. Orders can be placed anytime before Sunday, with the flexibility to choose meals for the entire week or just specific days. If you have questions about the ordering process or Yay in general, check our Yay FAQs or email info@theyaycompany.com.
Spots Still Available: Headfirst Summer Camps at Flint Hill
Day camp programming for JK-7th graders includes arts & crafts, STEM, and multi-sport, as well as Washington Nationals Baseball & Softball Camp and D.C. United Soccer Camp. Learn more: Summer Camps at Flint Hill School | Headfirst Summer Camps
Online Land’s End Promotion Ends Friday
For a limited time you can save 30% off select styles and 20% off most school uniform styles. Use Code: MATH, Pin: 4758 through March 14.
Upcoming Events
Parent Walking Group
Thursday, March 13
8:15-9:15 a.m.
Register
Lower School / Middle School Parent Conferences - No Classes
Friday, March 14
Note: While no Lower or Middle School classes will meet on Friday, March 14, the Upper School will still be in session.
School Store Open
Friday, March 14
Hazel Lower School, Room 112, 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
You can also shop early online and pick up your items on Friday, March 14.
Uniform and Spirit Wear Exchange
Friday, March 14
Hazel Lower School, Room 112
8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Spring Break
Monday, March 17 - Friday, March 28
Spring Break Camp
March 24-28
8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Register
Classes Resume
Monday, March 31
Parent Meetup: Mini Golf at Oakmont
Wednesday, April 2
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Oakmont Rec Center
Register to Attend
Rising Grade 7 Learning Center Information Session
Thursday, April 3
Hazel Lower School Room 408
8:30-9:30 a.m.
Note: Current 6th grade parents whose students use the Learning Center are invited to join the Middle School Learning Specialists to learn about the Middle School Learning Center with an opportunity for Q&A.
Parent Walking Group
Friday, April 4
8:15-9:15 a.m.
Register
Course Selection for Rising 7th Graders Begins
Monday, April 7
Rising Grade 7 Division Coffee: Parent Orientation
Wednesday, April 9
Peterson Middle School
8:15-9:00 a.m.
Rising Grades 7 and 8 Division Coffee: Course Selection
Wednesday, April 9
Peterson Middle School
9:00-9:45 a.m.
Arlington Parent Meetup
Thursday, April 10
5:30-7:30 p.m.
Location: Ocean Shack, 2163 N Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22207
Register Here
