APRIL 9, 2026
ANNOUNCEMENTS
New Parent Night ✅
New Parent Night was a success! If you attended and haven’t yet completed the survey, we’d greatly appreciate you taking a few minutes to share your feedback.
If you weren’t able to join us, no worries. There will be plenty of opportunities to connect with division leadership at upcoming Preparing for the Year Ahead virtual events. You can also meet other families at our upcoming New Husky Welcome Events. We hope to see you there!
New Husky Welcome Events — Sign Up Today!
Playground Party: Grades JK-3
Sign up for our New Husky Playground Party for Grades JK-3 on Sunday, April 26, at 3:00 p.m., at the Lower School.
New Husky Mini Golf: Grades 4-11
Join us for an afternoon of fun at Oakmont Mini Golf! You and your family will meet future classmates while enjoying some sweet treats and a round of mini golf.
- Lower School (Grades 4-6): Sunday, April 26, 4:00 p.m.
- Middle School (Grades 7-8): Thursday, April 23, 4:30 p.m.
- Upper School (Grades 9-11): Tuesday, April 28, 6:00 p.m.
Preparing for the School Year Virtual Events
Sign up soon to attend the virtual event for your student's division(s):
- Lower School: Preparing for the Year Ahead Virtual Event, Tuesday, May 5, 12:00 p.m.
- Middle School: Preparing for the Year Ahead Virtual Event, Wednesday, May 6, 12:00 p.m.
- Upper School: Preparing for the Year Ahead Virtual Event, Thursday, May 7, 12:00 p.m.
Who to Contact
The Flint Hill team is here to help! For general questions, contact division offices:
Lower School
- Jess Henry, Director of the Lower School
- Stephanie Phillips, Assistant Director of the Lower School
- Donna Holaday, Assistant to the Director and Assistant Director of the Lower School
- Office phone number: 703.584.2360
Middle School
- Brian Lamont, Director of the Middle School
- Michelle Keatley, Assistant to the Director of the Middle School
- Office number: 703.584.2370
Upper School
- Chris Tennyson, Director of the Upper School
- Howard Chang, Assistant Director of the Upper School and Upper School Academic Dean
- Maha Morse, School Registrar
- Ban Hameed, Assistant to the Director and Assistant Director of the Upper School
- Office number: 703.584.2381
Logistics
- Husky Hub or bus transportation questions: Melissa Turner, Director of Systems Operations and Staff Professional Development
- Billing questions: Sammy Nelson, Student Billing Specialist
- Getting into Husky Hub questions: IT Help Desk
Have other questions and not sure where to go? When in doubt, enrollment team members will remain resources for you and point you in the right direction.
Stock Up on Spirit Wear
The Flint Hill School Store is offering free shipping through May 15. Don’t forget to stock up on your Flint Hill spirit wear! Use the code NFFS26 to get free shipping. If you have any questions about sizes or stock, please email the school store.
Meet the Flint Hill Community on the Course: Golf Invitational and Skills Social — Thursday, May 21
Whether you’re a once-a-week golfer or never picked up a club, we invite you to join the Flint Hill community for a relaxed and fun day on the links. The Golf Invitational & Skills Social on Thursday, May 21, is a great opportunity for new parents to meet others, build connections, and feel part of the community right away — no experience needed!
Plus, we’re out there for a worthwhile cause — the Parents’ Association Endowment for Financial Aid in Honor of Sally Hazel.
Have 90 minutes? Head of School Patrick McHonett and his wife, Jessica, along with Flint Hill alum Caroline Gray ’08, are hosting a Skills Social in the morning. You’ll enjoy casual conversation, skills taught by pros, and lunch in the Clubhouse to connect with golfers arriving for the tourney. Plus, rental clubs are provided!
Up for 18 holes? Register as an individual, and we will pair you with fellow Huskies. All abilities are welcome, so sign up today!
Contact Assistant Director of Engagement Olivia Landrum with questions.
Upper School Dance Team Tryouts and Open Practices (Rising Grades 7-12)
Is your student interested in dance at Flint Hill? Join us for open practices this May to learn more about the team, practice skills, and prepare for tryouts in June. Students who will be in grades 7-12 next school year are invited to attend these technique clinics in the Upper School Gym.
Open Practices (for rising grades 7-12)
Tuesdays, May 19 and 26, 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Location: Upper School Gym
Upper School Dance Team Tryouts (for rising grades 9-12)
June 15-16, 4:00-6:00 p.m.
Location: Upper School Gym
Interested students should complete this form to receive updates and tryout registration information. Contact Head Coach Olivia Landrum with questions.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Still Need to Meet the Lower School Proof of Identification Requirement?
If you have a new student or students joining the Lower School and their proof of identification wasn’t verified last night, please schedule a 5-minute virtual meeting to complete this step.
Course Placement and Registration — Placement Surveys This Week
Don't forget to register your student(s) for this week's placement surveys, if applicable. A quick summary of course placement and registration for each division is below.
Planning for Health Forms — All Forms Must Be Dated After May 1
Required health forms for the 2026-27 school year will be available to print on Friday, May 1, in Husky Hub. Families will be able to upload completed forms on or after Saturday, June 13. All health forms must be uploaded by Saturday, August 1. Please note that all forms must be dated after May 1 to be valid for the upcoming school year. We encourage families to schedule medical appointments after May 1. Students will not be permitted to participate in preseason athletics or other school activities until all required health documentation has been received and approved.
Additional reminders and guidance will be shared this summer from Athletics and Health Services to help you stay on track. For additional questions, please contact the Director of Health Services, Mary Hart.
Arts Jam: Experience Our Performing Arts Program
We invite you to join us for Flint Hill’s annual Arts Jam concert on Wednesday, April 15, 7:00-9:30 p.m. at the Center for the Arts on the Fairfax Campus of George Mason University. The concert reflects the heart of our Performing Arts program — creativity, collaboration, and the shared joy of making music together. It will be a wonderful night of entertainment that spotlights our talented percussion, choir, band, and musical theater ensembles.
The performance is family-friendly and appropriate for all ages. Admission is free, and no reservations are necessary. Get more information about the venue, including a map and parking instructions.
Summer on the Hill: Spaces Available
Spaces are still available for Summer on the Hill! Summer on the Hill offers enrichment, academic, and athletic camps, as well as other options via our partner camps.
A Confident Start at FH Begins with Headfirst Summer Camps
Headfirst Summer Camps is excited to return to Flint Hill for our 11th summer on campus, offering newly admitted students a fun, supportive way to get acclimated in their new school community and make friends before the year begins.
Hosted right on the Flint Hill campus, Headfirst Summer Camps offers a wide range of programs for PK3–Rising 8th graders, including day & Jr. day camp, art & STEM, and multi-sport — plus the official Washington Nationals Baseball & Softball Camps and D.C. United Soccer Camps. There truly is something for each and every camper to explore! View available programs and enroll today. Questions? Reach out anytime at customercare@headfirstcamps.
Husky Hub Resources
You can access our Resource Board in Husky Hub. On Monday, May 4, a tile titled Preparing for the 2026-27 School Year will be added to the Resource Board. It will include detailed information to help you prepare for the year ahead.
While in Husky Hub, you can also click “Child’s Name” or “Children” to access information about your student(s) and click “Directories” to access the School’s Online Directory.
Also in Husky Hub: The 2026-27 Calendar Highlights are available for your planning.
