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June 4, 2025
Hello, Hollymead Families,
There is so much to celebrate as we conclude another school year at Hollymead. Our growing school community has come together, shared the journey of the school year, become closer, stronger and more vibrant than ever. From family nights to Field Day, there have been so many opportunities for us to connect, partner and celebrate our school. It has been inspiring to see.
The effort of the Hollymead staff cannot be understated. This year, they did what they always do for children. They put your children first and foremost in their work and leaned into each child's specific needs and found opportunities for success each and every day. This community of professionals are simply amazing!
Listed below are a number of important end-of-year reminders, so please review them carefully. Friday is a half day with dismissal starting at 11:20.
The Hollymead administrative team wishes all of you the very best for a wonderful summer!
Joe McCauley Kim Gentry
Principal Assistant Principal
Parent Portal is Open
Below are links with information on accessing the Parent Portal to view report cards. Reminder - it is best to access the portal though the website and not the Power School app.
Here is the PowerSchool Parent Portal Guide for Families
Linked here is the ACPS Webpage with information on accessing the portal.
IMPORTANT - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL DISMISSAL PROCEDURES
There is no EDEP on Friday - Families will need to do a change of dismissal to indicate how their child will get home
Bag lunch is offered for students who wish to get one
11:20 - Car pick up will begin
We will call bus riders for Bus 144 and Bus 59B
Teachers will exit the school with the Bus A riders and walkers to wave to buses as they leave
After buses exit, we will dismiss walkers
After walkers, Bus A riders to the auditorium
IMPORTANT - Medication Pick Up
Families - please make sure to pick up scheduled and “as needed” medications from the clinic no later than the end of the school day on Friday! Please reach out to Ashleigh Wright with any questions.
Information on Testing Reports
On Friday in your child's backpack you can expect to find their year end VALLSS (Grades K-3) and SOL results (Grades 3-5). This folder is addressed to and intended for parents and guardians. For third grade families, only some students will have additional spring VALLSS data. Moving forward, this data will help teachers and other school staff identify areas needing additional support and prepare students for the 2025-2026 school year’s content.
We use these assessments in conjunction with other data sources such as module assessments in literacy and unit assessments in math in order to guide our instruction. Families can also use this information to better understand the topics their child will be ready to learn and which topics may present more of a challenge for their child.
As always, reach out with any questions or concerns. We are excited to continue partnering with you!
Important Updates
Registration for 2025-26 is Now Open!
We encourage all new families to register as soon as they are able. The sooner new families complete registration, the better we can plan and prepare for the coming school year.
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
Order your 2025-2026 School Supplies Now!
Order your 2025-2026 School Supplies Now!
Shop now for your 2025-26 school supplies! Here is the link! PTO worked with Hollymead teachers to determine the supplies students will need next year and have partnered with EPI to provide school supply packs. These contain all the items and brands our teachers requested and are delivered straight to the school before the school year starts. Not only is this convenient for you, but it is a fundraiser to help our school. Order by the deadline, Sunday, June 22 using our school ID HOL194.
Calendar Dates
June 5th - 3rd Grade Ice Cream Party 3-5 Playground - 12pm
June 5th - HES 5th Grade Pool Party Location TBD
June 6th - Parent Portal Enabled
June 6 - Last day of school - IT IS A HALF DAY
PTO Corner
Hello, Hornets, and happy last week of school! This edition of Hornet Happenings has important information about events happening as we approach the end of the year.
Read the newsletter for
· how to share your thoughts about PTO priorities and activities in our end-of year survey
· more on the end-of-year sendoff for the last day of school
· how to order 2025-2026 school supplies
· a save the date for our kindergartner and new family welcome event, Popsicles on the Playground, on
August 9
· and more!
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