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PTA/School Important Dates

Monday-Friday, September 14-18, 2026 - Book Fair

Monday, September 21, 2026 - Yom Kippur No School

Wednesday, September 30, 2026 - 3 hour Early Release

Friday, October 2, 2026 - Fall Carnival

Monday, October 12, 2026 - School Planning Day No School

Tuesday, October 13, 2026 - Virtual PTA Meeting 7-8PM

Friday, October 30, 2026 - Trunk or Treat ***DATE CHANGE***

A Message from the PTA President

Fall Carnival in Two Weeks

Reflections Art Contest

Hunt Valley families — it’s time to create!

This year’s PTA Reflections theme is “What My Culture Means to Me,” and students can enter in all six arts categories.

Whether your child loves to write, draw, dance, make music, take photos, or create films, this is a wonderful chance to share their voice and creativity.

 See the flyer for guidelines, entry forms, and the easy upload link/QR code.

We can’t wait to see what Hunt Valley students create!

#PTAReflections #HuntValley #WhatMyCultureMeansToMe #StudentArtists

• PTA Reflections Guidelines https://www.pta.org/home/programs/reflections/craft-an-entry#topics
• English Student Entry Form — National PTA fillable PDF https://www.pta.org/docs/default-source/files/programs/reflections/_evergreen-program-materials/local-leader-resources/fillable-student-entry-form_reflections.pdf
• Spanish Student Entry Form — National PTA fillable PDF https://www.pta.org/docs/default-source/files/programs/reflections/_evergreen-program-materials/local-leader-resources/spanish/fillable-student-entry-form_reflections-es.pdf
• Hunt Valley PTA Dropbox Submission Request https://www.dropbox.com/request/sletrzaeclc7ciiahabs

Please keep in mind, your student can have only one entry in each category.  When filling out the Entry Form, you may leave the “Local PTA Information” section blank.  We will fill that in!

Questions about Hunt Valley’s contest can be directed to reflections@huntvalleypta.org.

Our Reflections Coordinator, Silke Douglass, is looking for other parents and guardians who are passionate about the arts to join her on the Reflections Committee.  Please email with questions or to express interest!

We are now accepting submissions!  Please turn in physical artwork to Mrs. Bartlett in the Library.  For submissions of digital files, please use the link above.

Box Tops for Education

Gone are the days of cutting “Box Tops” from cereal boxes.  Download the Box Tops app, choose Hunt Valley as your school to support and scan your paper receipts or upload digital ones!  Monies go directly to Hunt Valley Elementary School!

Volunteers Needed

Volunteer power is what drives the PTA!  We have many opportunities available to continue enriching our Hawk community.

Spelling Bee Committee:  We already have one dedicated volunteer willing to make sure this annual event happens.  We would love to find one or two more volunteers to assist.  The Bee takes place in February.  No spelling proficiency required!

Fundraising Committee: This is a great fit for someone who would like to volunteer on their own timeframe, during evenings and weekends.  You will assist our VP of Fundraising and an already established committee in setting up Spirit Nights and procuring donations for our Spring Silent Auction.

Hospitality Committee: This committee primarily requires volunteer time during school hours, setting up events in the teachers’ lounge for teachers and staff.  There are two experienced Hospitality Co-Chairs and a fantastic group of returning volunteers ready to incorporate you.

Science Enrichment Committee: Science knowledge is not required, but appreciated, for this committee which will assist this year’s Hunt Valley Science Olympiad team.  The committee will also assist with Science Fair and/or other STEM initiatives.

Reflections Committee: Work with the Reflections Chair to organize and execute this year’s art competition and showcase.  The bulk of volunteer hours will be in November.

Game Night Committee: Work with the Game Night Chair and returning committee members to plan and execute this year’s Family Game Night in November.

Ice Skate Night Coordinator: this is an easy opportunity to take on an event lead role.  Skate night is already coordinated and booked, the volunteer will just need to be present at the event in January and coordinate minor things with skate staff.

Green Guardians Liaison: pair with Mrs. James, teacher sponsor of the Green Guardians club, to inform PTA of Guardians’ events and initiatives, such as helping to organize the school garden clean up.

Science Fair Chair:  This can be a single volunteer, as it has been in the past, or multiple people working together to bring the Science Fair to life in March.  SCIENCE FAIR WILL NOT HAPPEN THIS YEAR WITHOUT THIS ROLE FILLED.

Book Swap Co-Chair: Pair with one of our VPs, who has run the book swap for years.  Lots of knowledge to pass along to a willing helper!

Special Education Liaison: Help the PTA board stay informed about current SpEd initiatives and needs.  Consult with event committees to make sure we maximize the inclusivity of our student body.

Game Night Chair: With the help of a committee, plan and run this year’s Family Game Night in November from an already established list of activities and vendors.  Grab a friend and make this a Co-Chair situation!

Want more info on any of these volunteer opportunities?  Email Kacie at president@huntvalleypta.org.  We can find a good fit for you!

Blue Star Welcome Week (School Led)

Mark your calendar for the upcoming spirit week, from September 28th through October 2nd!

Thank You, PTA Sponsors!

We are off to a great start this year with four local businesses sponsoring the PTA!  Let us know at president@huntvalleypta.org if you know of a business we should reach out to.

• Himchari Martial Arts

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Email: info@himcharimartialarts.com Contact: Master Park   Himchari Martial Arts – Burke Commons 6050 Burke Commons Rd Suite F, Burke, VA 22015 Phone: (703) 503-0202   Himchari Martial Arts – Rolling Valley 9244 Old Keene Mill Rd Burke, VA 22015 Phone: (703) 337-2288

• Dianna Carr from Be Well Health Coaching - Contact Dianna Carr if you are interested in having a health coach, personal trainer, learn about nutrition and strategies to become a better, healthier version of you.

Fall into Fitness - Friday Strength Bootcamp

Join Dianna Carr from Be Well Health Coaching for 6 weeks of outdoor strength training designed to help you build strength, boost your energy, and stay consistent as we head into fall.

Classes will be held on Friday mornings from 9:30-10:15am starting September 18th at the Hunt Valley Swim Club Tennis Courts. Get ready for good music, great energy, and a workout that leaves you feeling stronger than when you arrived!

For each class, you will be asked to bring dumbbells, a yoga mat, and a water bottle.

Cost: $75 for the full 6-week session. Bootcamp is subject to a minimum number of participants. Payment is due only after the program is confirmed.

Let's make this your strongest fall yet! Register today: https://l.bttr.to/cE8dV. Questions? Contact: dianna@bewell-healthcoach.com

• Kanji Sushi & Bar - Springfield

Enjoy orders from Kanji Sushi & Bar, best Japanese cuisine in Springfield, VA. Dine in or order online.

8430-A Old Keene Mill Road, Springfield, VA 22152

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