Latest PTA News
3/24/2025 3:00 pm
At this month's PTA meeting, we voted to amend the budget and increase dues. Information about both is included below. This Friday the PTA has funded a school assembly for the students. We hope they have a great time on Friday!
This week
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Friday Mar 28 |
Drawing with Steve Harpster School assembly
OHES Drama Club presents "Light the Way" 6:30pm |
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Saturday Mar 29 |
OHES Drama Club presents "Light the Way" 6:30pm |
Looking ahead
Plan ahead for these upcoming events (PTA events are in bold):
March
March 28: School assembly: Drawing with Steve Harpster (Learn more)
March 28-29: OHES Drama Club performance (Reserve free tickets here)
March 31: No school
April
April 1: Teacher Work Day (No school for students)
April 3: Science Fair (Register here)
April 7-11: Staff Appreciation Week (Donate here)
April 12: Deadline to register for Bike Event (Learn more)
April 14-18: Spring Break (No school)
April 21: Early release for students
April 28: Parent University
May
May 3 - Bike Safety & Obstacles event
May 16 - Spring Festival
May 30 - Variety Show (Sign Up here)
PTA Administrative Updates
PTA Dues Increase Approved
Due to increases in National PTA dues along with increasing overhead expense for OHES PTA, the PTA approved the following dues changes for next year: $10 for staff, $25 for a single membership, and $35 for a family membership.
PTA Budget Amendment
Thanks to a very successful Boosterthon the PTA voted to adjust this year's budget to further support the school. The PTA will support a new Hoot mascot costume for the school, purchase of books from the upcoming assembly for the library, increased allocation for mini-grants, funding for staff appreciation week, increased support for the Spring Festival and for Bike Event. See our website for the Budget Amendment.
If you have suggestions for future budget items, please email the PTA board at ptaexecs@orangehuntpta.org.
Elections Announcement
Elections for the PTA Board will be held in May. The following positions are open for nomination:
- President
- VP1
- VP2
- Corresponding Secretary
- Treasurer
- Recording Secretary
Information about the positions can be found here.
To date we have received no nominations. In order for the PTA to continue, these positions must be filled. Please contact NominatingCommittee@orangehuntpta.org if you are interested.
Announcements
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School Assembly Drawing with Steve Harpster March 28 Students will enjoy a school assembly, Drawing with Steve Harpster, sponsored by the PTA. Check out Steve's drawing videos here. You can also check out Steve's "How to Draw" books. Enter coupon code: HARPART for a 20% discount. (The PTA does NOT receive any portion of the sales). |
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Drama Club presents: "Light the Way" March 28-29, 6:30pm The Drama Club will be hosting two performances of "Light the Way" on Friday, March 28 and Saturday, March 29 at 6:30pm. We have limited tickets (families get them first) but we wanted everyone to know about this exciting event! Tickets are FREE and can be reserved here. |
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Staff Appreciation Week April 7-11 OHES celebrates staff appreciation week right before spring break. We are planning some really amazing things for OHES staff. If you are interested in helping out, please reach out to staffappreciation@orangehuntpta.org. |
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Bike Safety & Obstacles May 3, 9:00 - 11:00 am Orange Hunt is on a Roll... Bring your bike and helmet to the OHES Parking Lot to learn about bike safety and test out your skills on our obstacle course. This is a FREE event for students in grades K-6. Registration is required. More info is coming soon |
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Variety Show May 30, 6pm Secure your spot to be a part of this amazing showcase of talent at OHES! Sign up for the Variety Show here. Rehearsals will be held Wednesdays in April and May from 3:30 - 4:45 pm. If you are interested in helping out please contact Anna Boomer at VarietyShow@orangehuntpta.org |
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Science Fair April 3 The Science Fair will be held on April 3rd. There will be two sessions: 6-7pm: preference for 1st-3rd graders 7:15-8:15pm: preference for 4th-6th graders Registration is required to participate. Sessions will be limited to 50 students each. Sign Up Here. Additional info can be found here or reach out to sciencefair@orangehuntpta.org. |
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Plastic Recycling is back! Girl Scouts are sponsoring a bench for Orange Hunt, so we are back to collecting plastic. Deposit clean and dry plastic wrap in the designated bins outside of the Cafeteria, outside Door 1 (main entrance), and Door 6 (near the playground). Only certain items are eligible, such as: grocery bags, produce bags, Ziploc bags, cereal box liners, bread bags, newspaper sleeves, plastic mailers, bubble wrap, and dry cleaning bags, etc. See acceptable plastic bag items |
| Spring Club Registration is Open Several of our clubs offer different sessions throughout the year. Signs up are available here: Art Club spring classes will begin in March and are open for registration. Computer and Coding Club has sessions on Mondays (Roblox Game Design) and Tuesdays (Intro to CS & Coding) from 3:35-4:35. Girls on the Run is back! GOTR will hold sessions on Mondays and Fridays from 3:30-5 beginning in March for girls in grades 3-6. RunFit Kidz registration is now open. Sessions will be held on Wednesdays and Thursdays beginning in March for students in grades 1-6. (NEW!) Sports Spectacular - Sessions will be held on Mondays from 3/17 - 5/9 for students in grades K-3. They will learn to play a variety of traditional sports and games. Lacrosse - **Has been cancelled due to not meeting the minimum requirement. Families who have registered will be refunded.** Sessions will be held on Fridays from 3/21- 5/16 for students in grades 4-6. They will learn the basics of Lacrosse. Sticks will be provided. |
Latest PTA News
3/17/2025 4:00 pm
This week
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Wednesday March 19 |
PTA Meeting, 7:00 - 8:00pm Join us in the school library or online (via Zoom) See the meeting agenda and budget reports |
Looking ahead
Plan ahead for these upcoming events (PTA events are in bold):
March
March 28 - School assembly: Drawing with Steve Harpster
March 28-29 - OHES Drama Club performance
March 31 - No school
April
April 1 - Teacher Work Day (Student holiday)
April 3 - Science Fair (Register here)
April 7-11 - Staff Appreciation Week (Donate here)
April 12 - Deadline to register for Bike Event
May
May 3 - Bike Safety & Obstacles event
May 16 - Spring Festival
May 30 - Variety Show (Sign Up here)
Announcements
PTA Dues Increase Vote and Elections Announcement
March 19, 7:00 - 8:00pm
At the March PTA meeting on Wednesday, we will discuss dues increase for next school year. National PTAs dues have increased. We are proposing to change dues: $15 for staff, $25 for a single membership, and $35 for a family membership. Discussion and feedback is welcome.
Additionally, elections for the PTA Board will be held in May. Nominations will be announced starting at the March PTA meeting. Information about the positions can be found here.
Please contact NominatingCommittee@
School Assembly Drawing with Steve Harpster
March 28
Students will enjoy a school assembly, Drawing with Steve Harpster, sponsored by the PTA.
Check out Steve's drawing videos here. You can also check out Steve's "How to Draw" books.
Enter coupon code: HARPART for a 20% discount. (The PTA does NOT receive any portion of the sales).
Drama Club presents: "Light the Way"
March 28-29, 6:30pm
The Drama Club will be hosting two performances of "Light the Way" on Friday, March 28 and Saturday, March 29 at 6:30pm.
We have limited tickets (families get them first) but we wanted everyone to know about this exciting event!
Tickets are FREE and can be reserved here.
Staff Appreciation Week
April 7-11
OHES celebrates staff appreciation week right before spring break.
We are planning some really amazing things for OHES staff. If you are interested in helping out, please reach out to staffappreciation@
Bike Safety & Obstacles
May 3, 9:00 - 11:00 am
Orange Hunt is on a Roll....
Bring your bike and helmet to the OHES Parking Lot to learn about bike safety and test out your skills on our obstacle course.
This is a FREE even for students in grades K-6. Registration is required.
Variety Show
May 30, 6pm
Secure your spot to be a part of this amazing showcase of talent at OHES!
Sign up for the Variety Show here.
Rehearsals will be held Wednesdays in April and May from 3:30 - 4:45 pm.
If you are interested in helping out please contact Anna Boomer at VarietyShow@orangehuntpta.org
Spring Club Registration is Open
Several of our clubs offer different sessions throughout the year. Signs up are available here:
Art Club spring classes will begin in March and are open for registration.
Computer and Coding Club has sessions on Mondays (Roblox Game Design) and Tuesdays (Intro to CS & Coding) from 3:35-4:35.
Girls on the Run is back! GOTR will hold sessions on Mondays and Fridays from 3:30-5 beginning in March for girls in grades 3-6.
RunFit Kidz registration is now open. Sessions will be held on Wednesdays and Thursdays beginning in March for students in grades 1-6.
(NEW!) Sports Spectacular - Sessions will be held on Mondays from 3/17 - 5/9 for students in grades K-3. They will learn to play a variety of traditional sports and games.
Lacrosse - **Has been cancelled due to not meeting the minimum requirement. Families who have registered will be refunded.** Sessions will be held on Fridays from 3/21- 5/16 for students in grades 4-6. They will learn the basics of Lacrosse. Sticks will be provided.
Latest PTA News
3/10/2025 12:00 pm
This week
We can't wait to hit the field on Friday for the Fun Run! Reach out to friends and family for donations that will help the school directly and through the PTA.
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Monday March 10 |
Early release at 12:30pm |
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Thursday March 13 |
Parent University, 5:00-6:30pm |
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Friday March 14 |
Boosterthon Fun Run
Kids will run on the field at the following times: 9:00-10:00 am: Grades K-2 |
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You can sign up to volunteer here or just join us to cheer on the runners! |
Looking ahead
Plan ahead for these upcoming events (PTA events are in bold):
March
March 19 - PTA monthly meeting
March 28 - School assembly: Drawing with Steve Harpster
March 28-29 - OHES Drama Club performance
March 31 - No school
April
April 3 - Science Fair (Register here)
April 7-11 - Staff Appreciation Week (Donate here)
Announcements
PTA Dues Increase Vote and Elections Announcement
At the March meeting we will discuss dues increase for next school year. National PTAs dues have increased. We are proposing to change dues: $15 for staff, $25 for a single membership, and $35 for a family membership. Discussion and feedback is welcome.
Additionally, elections for the PTA Board will be held in May. Nominations will be announced starting at the March PTA meeting. Information about the positions can be found here.
Please contact NominatingCommittee@
School Assembly Drawing with Steve Harpster
On March 28th students will enjoy a school assembly, Drawing with Steve Harpster, sponsored by the PTA.
Check out Steve's drawing videos here. You can also check out Steve's "How to Draw" books.
Enter coupon code: HARPART for a 20% discount. (The PTA does NOT receive any portion of the sales).
Drama Club presents: "Light the Way"
The Drama Club will be hosting two performances of "Light the Way" on Friday, March 28 and Saturday, March 29 at 6:30pm.
We have limited tickets (families get them first) but we wanted everyone to know about this exciting event!
Tickets are FREE and can be reserved here.
Variety Show: May 30, 6pm
Secure your spot to be a part of this amazing showcase of talent at OHES!
Sign up for the Variety Show here.
Rehearsals will be held Wednesdays in April and May from 3:30 - 4:45 pm.
If you are interested in helping out please contact Anna Boomer at VarietyShow@orangehuntpta.org
Spring Club Registration is Open
Several of our clubs offer different sessions throughout the year. Signs up are available here:
Art Club spring classes will begin in March and are open for registration.
Computer and Coding Club has sessions on Mondays (Roblox Game Design) and Tuesdays (Intro to CS & Coding) from 3:35-4:35.
Girls on the Run is back! GOTR will hold sessions on Mondays and Fridays from 3:30-5 beginning in March for girls in grades 3-6.
RunFit Kidz registration is now open. Sessions will be held on Wednesdays and Thursdays beginning in March for students in grades 1-6.
Drawing with Steve Harpster
3/10/2025 10:00 am
Have a student who enjoys art?
On March 28, students will enjoy a school assembly, Drawing with Steve Harpster, sponsored by the PTA.
Check out Steve's drawing videos here.
You can also check out Steve's "How to Draw" books.
Enter coupon code HARPART for a 20% discount. (The PTA does NOT receive any portion of the sales).
Latest PTA News
3/4/2025 9:30 am
This week
It's Reading Spirit Week and this year we are celebrating Read Across America week and National Social Emotional Learning week with combined spirit days at Orange Hunt!
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Monday March 3 |
Dress up as a vocabulary word |
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Tuesday March 4 |
Think Positive Tuesday |
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Wednesday March 5 |
Dress up as a book character |
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Thursday March 6 |
Reading COLORS our world! |
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Friday March 7 |
Furry Friend Day |
Looking ahead
Plan ahead for these upcoming events (PTA events are in bold):
March
March 10 - Early Release at 12:30pm
March 14 - Boosterthon Fun Run (Register here)
March 19 - PTA monthly meeting
March 28 - School assembly: Drawing with Steve Harpster
March 31 - No school
April
April 3 - Science Fair (Register here)
April 7-11 - Staff Appreciation Week (Donate here)
Announcements
Boosterthon kicks off this week!
Orange Hunt and the PTA will be hosting a Fun Run this spring to raise money for our school. Students will run laps on the field and ask for donations from friends and family for each lap they complete. The fundraiser kicks off on Thursday, March 6. Learn more
Classroom Supply Reimbursement
Don't forget to turn in receipts for reimbursement for general classroom needs! Requests can be sent to treasurer@orangehuntpta.org.
Spring Club Registration is Open
Several of our clubs offer different sessions throughout the year. Signs up are available here:
Art Club spring classes will begin in March and are open for registration.
Girls on the Run is back! GOTR will hold sessions on Mondays and Fridays from 3:30-5 beginning in March for girls in grades 3-6.
RunFit Kidz registration is now open. Sessions will be held on Wednesdays and Thursdays beginning in March for students in grades 1-6.
Spelling Bee Results
Congratulations to Sophia Abraham, the winner of Orange Hunt's 3rd annual spelling bee! Her champion word was “hurricane.” Sophia will now continue on to represent OHES at the Fairfax County spelling bee!
Lilia Knap and Giovanna Steele took 2nd place and 3rd place respectively.
Congratulations to all our participants for their hard work preparing for the bee. We hope to see many of you back for next year's bee!
Thank you so much to all the volunteers and sponsors who made this event successful.
Latest PTA News
2/24/2025 9:26 am
In an effort to keep the Orange Hunt community better apprised of our events on a regularly, we're going to start publishing these event round-ups at the start of the week. Please let us know if these are helpful or if there's another way we can make this helpful for you all!
This week
Monday, Feb. 24
Spelling Bee (tonight!) - 6pm
The rescheduled Orange Hunt Spelling Bee will be held tonight at 6 p.m. in the cafeteria. Spellers should arrive by 5:45 p.m.
Please contact LeAnn Bartenhagen with any questions at beescanspell@gmail.com.
Looking ahead
March 14
Boosterthon - Sign-up is Open!
Orange Hunt and the PTA will be hosting a Fun Run this spring to raise money for our school. Students will run laps on the field and ask for donations from friends and family for each lap they complete.
The website is now open to register your student and start thinking about asking friends and family to donate on your student’s donation page at MyBooster.com. The best part is, you can still support our school just by SHARING about the fundraiser!
Students will also experience an amazing character enrichment program called “Castle Quest,” teaching students about how to be brave and live with character.
March 6, 2025 - Fundraiser Kickoff in school
March 14, 2025 - Event Day! 🏃
March 19
PTA meeting
7:00 - 8:00pm, in person and online
March 28
School assembly
Drawing with Steve Harpster (sponsored by the PTA)
March
Spring Club Registration
Several of our clubs offer different sessions throughout the year. Sign ups are available here:
Art Club spring classes will begin in March and are open for registration.
Girls on the Run is back! GOTR will hold sessions on Mondays and Fridays from 3:30-5pm beginning in March for girls in grades 3-6.
RunFit Kidz registration is now open. Sessions will be held on Wednesdays and Thursdays beginning in March for students in grades 1-6.
April 3
Science Fair - Registration is Open!
The Science Fair will be held on April 3rd. There will be two sessions:
6-7pm: preference for 1st-3rd graders
7:15-8:15pm: preference for 4th-6th graders
Sessions will be limited to 50 students each.
April 7-11
Staff Appreciation Week: Donate Now
OHES celebrates staff appreciation week April 7-11 (right before spring break).
Your donations determine what types of events and goodies we can provide to the staff. In the past we have had lunches, ice cream trucks, t-shirts, and more!
Knowing how much money we have to spend helps us plan, so please consider donating now. Any amount is welcome!
To date, 28 families have donated.
May 3
Orange Hunt on a Roll
Bike Safety and Obstacles
FREE Event
6th Grade Party
6th grade parents and guardians will host a celebration for the 6th grade students at the end of the school year.
While this is not a PTA event, the PTA is helping to coordinate volunteers. If you can help out please sign up on the volunteer sheet.
Volunteer Opportunities
The PTA is gearing up for spring events. We are especially looking for help with:
- Spring Fest
- Variety Show
- Nominating Committee
We have a lead for the SpringFest, but need a committee to support Robin getting things ready.
Anna Boomer has also graciously offered to head up the Variety Show! The committee is forming now, please sign up to help.
Are you looking for the easiest volunteer job around with very little time commitment? Volunteer for the PTA Nominating Committee! Collect nominations via email for upcoming elections.
If you don't see a role that fits for you, please email us and we can help you find something.
Sign up here or email us at info@orangehuntpta.org
Spelling Bee Rescheduled
2/17/2025 11:13 am
The Spelling Bee has been rescheduled to Monday, February 24th at 6pm
Dance-a-Thon is TOMORROW!
2/6/2025 11:11 am
🎉 Dance into the Fun at Retro themed Dance-A-Thon! Gear up for the most dazzling event of the year! Get ready for a night that promises to be a whirlpool of joy and entertainment. 🎟️ $5 tickets at the door. Don't miss your chance to win fantastic prizes in our thrilling raffle, including an electric scooter and hoover board as the grand prizes! 🛴
- Dance-A-Thon: Friday, February 7th
- K-2nd: 5:00-5:45 PM
- 3rd-6th: 6:00-7:00 PM
🚗🚪 Arrival Guide: Park in our lot and enter through Door 8. Door 1 is now a magical photo ops zone!
👪🏖️ Family Fun Alert: This is a family event – all children must attend with a parent or guardian. Let’s dance and make memories together!
**For the safety and enjoyment of all, we kindly request that every student attending must be accompanied by a parent or guardian throughout the entire event. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.**
A big-BINGO-thanks! And raffle winner announcement!
1/20/2025 2:33 pm
Thank you to everyone who participated in our successful BINGO Night! It was a great first time back in over four years!
A special shout out to our sponsor, Fox Family Dentistry, and to Eat Pizza, for the contributions to helping make BINGO Night a success.
Lastly, thanks to all the volunteers who made it happen. The OHES PTA would not be able to function without the help of our volunteers. THANK YOU!
CONGRATULATIONS to the Moeller Family for winning out National's Ticket Raffle. We hope you enjoy the game!
Skate Night!
1/3/2025 9:32 am
Join us on Saturday, January 11th for an Orange Hunt Skate Night!
Bring your friends to Fairfax Ice Arena for a fun evening of skating.
Adults and kids are welcome to skate.
Pay at the door.
