Saturday, June 18, 2011
Hollowind Hosedown cools off some Broadlands kids, who just ditched teachers, pencils and books.
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Saturday, June 18, 2011
Graduation and other end-0f-school celebrations are taking place all over Ashburn. While high school seniors headed out to George Mason University's Patriot Center to close out their years, middle and elementary school students in Broadlands invited the Ashburn Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department over to spray them down for the second Hollowing Hosedown. Erin Hornbeck said her sister-in-law suggested the hosedown because they do something similar at her home in North Carolina. Hornbeck said it reminds her of growing up in Leesburg when fire stations served as a community hub. "When I was a kid, the fire department in Leesburg did everything," she said, adding that open houses were free-for-alls that might not pass libel insurance muster …
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Administrative offices to open at 10 after an icy mix drops over the area.
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Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Loudoun County Public School has closed for the day because of last night’s snowfall. Administrative offices will open at 10 a.m. A Winter Weather Advisory – which means periods of sleet, freezing rain or snow may cause travel difficulties – remained in place Tuesday morning, but was set to expire at 7 a.m. A previous Winter Storm Warning was canceled. Total accumulations are expected to amount to 1 inch to 3 inches, with patches of freezing drizzle.
Monday, January 24, 2011
Sign your child up for a snow tubing field trip or a local day camp
Because of the snow day last week, a moveable student holiday has been set for Tuesday, Jan. 25. The grading period ends today, so students' past few days have have been filled with exams, tests, essays, reports and projects. Tomorrow, let the kids cut loose with one of these activities: Snow Tubing — With all the cold weather recently, take advantage with a snow tubing trip that's sure to be a hit with the kids. There are various trips planned tomorrow. Pack appropriate clothing, lunch and snacks. A field trip permission slip and emergency contact form must be on file. These trips are open to children ages 6 to 15. Day Camps
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Schools closed due to wintry weather Tuesday morning, administration offices open
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Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Loudoun County Public Schools are closed today because of wintry weather that occurred late Monday night and early this morning. A thin layer of ice covers the ground, making road conditions dangerous. The school system's administrative offices will be open at 10 a.m.
Saturday, December 18, 2010
Parents who want a little winter break of their own can sign children up for various activities
Winter school break is looming just around the corner and you are probably stuck wondering how you are going to keep the kids entertained for nearly two weeks. The bone-chilling cold does not appear to be lifting any time soon, so you will not have the option to simply tell your kids to head outside and play. Fortunately, there are numerous winter break programs going on around Loudoun. These camps will keep them entertained and happy while on out of school. And if you just want a very quick activity for, print the PDF associated with this story for a little coloring fun.
Ann
8:05 am on Sunday, June 19, 2011
Very very nice! All our best memories are of playing in water in the hot summer -- :) more ›