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April 15, 2025
Hello, Hollymead Families,
Welcome to the newest update for the Hollymead Buzz! We will be utilizing this site for our twice monthly communications moving forward. Below you will find details of calendar updates, school and division events and more.
The last quarter of the year is upon us, and it is one of the most exciting times of the year. This is not only because of all the fun year-end things ahead, but truly this is a time when we as educators see the work of the school year come together in such rewarding ways. Our classroom communities are strong and the students show more independence and ownership of their learning. We see our students reaching and exceeding their potential after spending nearly seven months together in these learning partnerships across our school settings. It's truly inspiring to see what's happening in our learning spaces!
We hope to see many of you this week at our "Share Your Voice" event on Thursday night. With this event, we as a school are trying to find ways to connect our growing community. We know that both our newer families and our families who have been here for some time are very interested in connecting, but sometimes don't know how. On Thursday, we will try to help by creating an opportunity for everyone to engage. We will have interactive activities to help forge those connections and will also ask you how we can continue to connect together in a vibrant community partnership. You can RSVP here with this link to our Google form.
Have a wonderful week!
Joe McCauley Kim Gentry
Principal Assistant Principal
Important Updates
Registration for 2025-26 is Now Open!
Registration for Albemarle County Public Schools (ACPS) has opened! Find out more on the ACPS Student Registration Page (linked here). We encourage all families to register at their earliest opportunity.
How to Register for Kindergarten: Please help by spreading the word to neighbors, friends, or relatives who may be preparing for kindergarten.
How to Register for Kindergarten: Please help by spreading the word to neighbors, friends, or relatives who may be preparing for kindergarten.
Check eligibility: Your child must be 5 years old by September 30, 2025, and live in Albemarle County.
Gather required documents: State law requires proof of identity, residency, and health records. Our online registration form allows you to upload these documents. If you’re missing anything, you can submit the form and work with your child’s school to provide the necessary documentation.
Complete the online registration form (linked here) : Be sure to select the 2025-26 Registration Form when applying.
Questions? Feel free to reach out to our Registrar, Ms. Sandra Mitchell: smitchell2@k12albemarle.org
The Family Panorama Survey is Open Until April 25
Please take a few moments to take the Panorama Family Survey (information linked here). This is an important opportunity for family engagement and voice and we need your feedback. As of today, our response rate is just under 15%. Our goal is 90% family participation to ensure all voices are heard. Please take a few minutes and complete the survey today!
Family Feedback for 2025-26
We would like to give you an opportunity to share insights about what your child likes best about school and their needs as a learner. Please utilize the form linked here to share your feedback by May 5, 2025. We will use your feedback to help set the course for a successful 2023-24 school year. Please note that specific requests for teachers are not part of our process at Hollymead.
Math Curriculum Materials Are Ready to View
The ACPS K-5 Math Adoption Committee, led by Nyoka Green, the Elementary Math Curriculum Coordinator, has reached a consensus on the top two programs for implementation in the 2025-26 school year. At this point in the process, we need your input! Hollymead families are invited to review the programs and provide feedback. Each program will be on display in the front lobby from April 9th to April 24th during the following hours:
Monday - Friday: 8:00 - 1:00
Monday - Thursday: 3:00 - 4:30
To view, please sign in at the front office and receive a pass and check out when you have finished. A QR code will be available to enter feedback for each program. We truly value your feedback in this important process and encourage you to take the time to share your thoughts. Thank you!
Parent Portal is Closed
The Portal will re-open with 3rd Quarter grades on April 21.
Here is the PowerSchool Parent Portal Guide for Families
Linked here is the ACPS Webpage with information on accessing the portal.
Ask the Principal
Use this link to ask questions directly to the principal, Joe McCauley. Questions are anonymous and responses may be shared in future newsletters.
Calendar Dates
April 17th- First Grade Music Informance for Families-8:30AM in the Auditorium
April 17th- 3rd Grade Guaranteed Field Experience to Triple C Camp
April 17th - 5th Graders Trip to Lakeside -9:30AM
April 17th- Little Feet Meet at Monticello High School - 9:45AM
April 17th - Share Your Voice Family Event -6:00PM
April 17th - PTO Board Meeting - 7:00PM
April 18th- 5th Grade Guaranteed Field Experience to Virginia Science Museum
April 21st - Parent Portal Opens
April 25th - School Wide Morning Meeting Hosted by Kindergarten - 8:00AM
April 30 - Art C.A.R.E.S. Family Night 5:00-6:30PM
May 2 - PTO Family Dance 6:00-8:00
May 6th - Guaranteed Field Experience for 3rd Grade to the Paramount
May 15th - Kindergarten Music Informance for Families -8:30AM in the Auditorium
May 15th- 4th Grade Guaranteed Field Experience to Camp Albemarle
EDEP Registration Information
Albemarle County Public Schools’ Extended Day Enrichment Programs (EDEP) will open registration for the 2025-26 school year this month!
2025-26 Program Information
2025-26 Program Information
EDEP serves students in kindergarten through fifth grade who are enrolled in an Albemarle County elementary school. Children must be at least 5 years old to attend.
Based on the 2025-26 School Year Calendar, EDEP will offer two programs:
After School Enrichment Program (ASEP):
ASEP will operate each full school day at every elementary school. The program runs from school dismissal until 6 p.m. Families can choose full-time (4-5 days per week) or part-time (1-3 days per week) enrollment. ASEP does not operate on half-days.Student Holiday Program (SHP):
SHP will operate from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. on student holidays when teachers are working. SHP will be hosted at Agnor Elementary School, except on November 4, 2025, when it will be hosted at Greer Elementary School.
Registration Process
Registration Process
Space is limited. Enrollment will depend on staff availability and the space at each school.
To keep the process fair, EDEP will use a random selection (lottery drawing) to offer available spots.
If you would like your child to be included in the lottery, please register during the window for your child’s school:
Registration Group
Elementary Schools
Registration Opens
Registration Closes
1
Agnor, Broadus Wood, Brownsville, Crozet, Greer, Ivy, Murray
April 18 @ 8 a.m.
April 25 @ 11:59 p.m.
2
Baker-Butler, Hollymead, Mountain View, Red Hill, Scottsville, Stone-Robinson, Stony Point, Woodbrook
April 25 @ 8 a.m.
May 2 @ 11:59 p.m.
How to Register for the Lottery
How to Register for the Lottery
If your child is already enrolled in Albemarle County Public Schools and has a PowerSchool ID number:
Log in to or create your MySchoolBucks account at MySchoolBucks.com.
Add your student(s) to your account, if you haven’t already.
Register for the EDEP lottery at MSBactivities.com using your MySchoolBucks username and password.
Choose your child’s school from the drop-down menu to register for the After School Enrichment Program (ASEP).
Choose “Student Holiday-EDEP” from the drop-down menu to register for the Student Holiday Program (SHP).
If you are interested in both programs, you must complete a separate registration for each.
If your child is new to Albemarle County Public Schools and does not have a PowerSchool ID number:
Please complete this EDEP Lottery Registration Form for each child you are registering.
This form allows you to register your child for the After School Enrichment Program (ASEP) lottery, the Student Holiday Program (SHP) lottery, or both.
Important: Completing the lottery registration process does NOT guarantee enrollment.
Lottery Results and Next Steps
Lottery Results and Next Steps
Families will receive enrollment notifications as follows:
Group 1: May 9
Group 2: May 16
Students who do not receive a spot will be placed on a waitlist, based on the order of the lottery drawing.
After receiving an enrollment offer, registration fees must be paid by:
Group 1: May 23 @ 11:59 p.m.
Group 2: May 30 @ 11:59 p.m.
Note: No payment is due if your child is placed on the waitlist.
Registration Fees and Tuition Rates
Registration Fees and Tuition Rates
One-time, non-refundable registration fees:
After School Enrichment Program (ASEP): $50
Student Holiday Program (SHP): $30
Tuition rates: (Each billing cycle is about 4 weeks.)
ASEP Full-Time: $400 per cycle
ASEP Part-Time: $290 per cycle
SHP: $65 per day
For more information about the registration process, tuition and fees, financial assistance, and the parent handbook, please visit our EDEP Registration web page.
SOL TESTING DATES
3rd Grade
May 15 Reading
May 21 Math
4th Grade
May 8 Math
May 13 Reading
5th Grade
April 16 IRW
May 7 Reading
May 14 Math
May 20 Social Studies
May 22 Science
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