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Welcome
The Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) at Hunters Woods Elementary School for the Arts and Sciences assists teachers and the administration by raising funds, implementing student and parent educational programs and sponsoring family activities.
Learn what the PTA does for you!
Parent Action on FCPS Budget Crisis
Are you concerned about the schools budget crisis, but not sure what to do about it?
Here are 5 steps you can take to support funding of our schools. Thank you!
1.) Let the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors know you fully support raising the tax rate so the Board can allocate the revenue needed to pay for our schools. Sample Letter.
2.) Urge Governor McDonnell and the Virginia State Legislature to stop the proposed budget freeze that would reduce the amount of state funding that Fairfax County is eligible for. This year's proposed state budget puts a freeze on updating the local composite index (LCI), and as a result, we will lose out on a significant amount of state money. Sample Letter.
3.) Contact the School Board and let them know you support fully funding the schools. Also let them know how you feel about the proposed budget cuts. Sample Letter. You can also attend a budget forum on Feb. 6th. (calendar).
4.) Help us leverage the support of the Fairfax Chamber of Commerce. If you or someone you know is a member, please contact the Chamber to request their support on this issue, which is critical to the success of our community and our businesses. (Support for this issue also aligns with the education goals listed in their 2010 Legislative Agenda.) The contact person is Robby Demeria, Vice President of Government Affairs rdemeria@fairfaxchamber.org.
5.) Share your ideas on this issue! Send comments and suggestions to president@hwpta.org
Want to read more about this issue?
Check out these articles:
"The Bottom Line" - FCPS Summary of the Budget Crisis, Jan. 22nd issue and Jan. 8th issue.
More Information:
Fairfax Times, Wed. Jan. 27, 2010, "Funding Freeze Angers Parents" by Kali Shumitz.
Fairfax Times, Wed. Jan. 27, 2010, Opinion Editorials by Kathy Smith, Fairfax County School Board Chairman "School System at a Crossroads"; and by Pat Herrity, Springfield Representative, Fairfax County Board of Supervisors "Change the School Budget Equation."
The Reston Connection, Jan. 13-19, 2010, “Large Classes Put Students in a Tight Spot” and “Area Families Will Feel School Budget Crunch” both by Julia O’Donoghue.
"Insult from Richmond" by Sharon Bulova, Corey A. Scott and Scott K. York, Fairfax County Board of Supervisors (Washington Post OpED p. C5, Sun. Jan. 31, 2010).
HWES goes Web 2.0!
Follow HWES PTA events, fundraisers, school happenings and just fun community events and reminders and updates on Twitter (HWESPTA) and Facebook.
 Online forms - save paper and make sure those forms get delivered (not buried in the bottom of your child's backpack!)
- Three for Me - pledge 3 hours of your time over the course of the school year to help the school.
- Teachers: Apply for a mini-grant online! The PTA at HWES is pleased to continue offering mini-grants. This simple process is designed to encourage teachers to request funds that will enhance student enrichment. Quick and Easy Online
Grant Application
You are always welcome to contact PTA President, Susan Sather at president@hwpta.org for information about the Hunters Woods Parent Teacher Association.
For more information about area PTAs, visit our parent organization, the Fairfax County Council of PTAs.
Contact Kelly Geer, PTA Webmaster, for questions concerning this website.
last updated:
February 1, 2010
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Information for Parents
Box Tops Collection Contest:
Your class could win a Party with Sno-Cones and a Movie! More info.
Also, please submit Campbells labels for education to help our school earn free merchandise. Find out more. |
Pay for Your PTA Membership Now:
| 1. Family Membership with one vote ($11.00) |
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| 2. Family Membership with two votes ($14.00) |
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| Membership comes with a Calendar Magnet & Student Directory. |
| Buy an extra Magnet ($5.50) |
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| Buy an extra Student Directory ($5.50) |
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(Note: Prices are 10% higher than cash or check prices, to cover our costs for credit card processing.)
DONATE $1.00 (or more) to Hunters Woods PTA! |
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2009/2010 School Supply List
(Almost) Free Money From Local Retailers!
Hunters Woods earns THOUSANDS of dollars each year because parents like you sign up for programs offered by local stores. |
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