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Dear Families,
As we approach the spring semester, we want to inform you that Ramadan 2026 will take place from approximately February 17th to March 18th. Ramadan is the holiest month in the Islamic calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide through fasting from dawn to sunset, prayer, and community reflection.
We recognize that Ramadan coincides with various school events, testing periods, and student recognition ceremonies. We are committed to supporting our students during this important time and ensuring they can observe their religious practices while participating fully in school activities.
Accommodations and Support:
To best support our students observing Ramadan, we are offering the following accommodations:
- Prayer Room: We will provide a designated prayer room for students who wish to perform their prayers during the school day.
- Students with an approved Prayer Accommodation will leave class at 1:20 and will return by 1:45. We ask that washing take place at home prior to coming to school.
- Alternative Lunch Location: For students who are fasting, we will offer an alternative, quiet location during lunchtime where they can spend their time in reflection or quiet study.
- Testing and Assessments & Evening Events: We will be mindful of when we schedule these events. We will work to schedule testing and assessments ideally in the morning. For evening events, we will be mindful of sunset times.
- Meal Kits: The Office of Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) will provide meal kits reflecting the school menu. Meals will be kept cold and must be heated at home.
Requesting Accommodations:
To request a prayer room or alternative lunch location for your student during Ramadan, please complete the following Google Form: https://forms.gle/D8VyNvyJKg3gTFDG8
We kindly ask that you submit your requests by February 13th so we can make the necessary arrangements.
We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for all our students. If you have any questions or require further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact Daisy Gomes, Assistant Principal.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Gomes
Bush Hill Administration
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Wednesday February 18 - Fundraiser at Chuck E Cheese, 12:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Tuesday February 24 - Family Science Night, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
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Bush Hill Family Science Night is Tuesday, February 24!
The Children’s Science Center Lab team will be onsite to demonstrate each station, and we’re looking for volunteers (age 16 or older) to help support the hands‑on activities. It’s sure to be a fantastic evening of discovery, experimentation, and fun for our families!
Get ready for an exciting menu of interactive science stations designed for curious minds of all ages.
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Volunteers are needed from 5:15 p.m. to 7:45 p.m., and we kindly ask that you plan to stay for the full shift to keep the event running smoothly.
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Thank you for helping make this event a success!
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January 26th - 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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93.4%
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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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6.6%
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Help your child learn to persevere. Today, he learns to overcome a snowdrift. In the future, he will have the grit to triumph over even greater obstacles to his dreams.
Hana El-Baba
School Counselor, M.Ed.
Bush Hill Elementary School
Grades: 2, 4, 6
Office: 703-924-5600
FCPS Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services
From February 18 to March 19, 2026, a Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) waiver allows students fasting during the school day to request take-home meal kits. These kits include a complete school breakfast and lunch to be eaten after the school day ends.
Important Meal Kit Information:
- Kits are charged based on a student’s meal status (Free, Reduced, or Paid).
- Students may claim one breakfast and one lunch kit per day.
- Students who eat a meal at school during the day are not eligible for a take-home kit on the same day.
- Kits are distributed at the end of the school day. Students must pick up their own kits; adults are not permitted to collect them.
Parents or guardians must submit a weekly request form via the FCPS FNS website by the deadlines:
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February 11, 2026 for week of February 18, 2026
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February 16, 2026 for the week of February 23, 2026
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February 23, 2026 for the week of March 2, 2026
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March 2, 2026 for the week of March 9, 2026
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March 9, 2026 for the week of March 16, 2026
Forms must be submitted on time to receive meal kits for the following week.
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