 eNews November 29, 2016
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TOMORROW NIGHT:
A Story of Addiction: Chris Herren, Former NBA Star, November 30, 7:30pm Langley High School Auditorium
SEATS ARE STILL AVAILABLE!
WE WILL LIVE STREAM THIS PRESENTATION TO AN ALTERNATE ROOM AT LHS SO ADDITIONAL SEATS ARE AVAILABLE.
Join us on Wednesday, November 30th at 7:30pm in the Langley High School Auditorium for A Story of Addiction: Chris Herren. A former NBA star with the Boston Celtics, Chris shares his powerful insights, painful struggles, and daily commitment to living sober and overcoming a drug addiction that started with alcohol and marijuana in high school.
His story of redemptive rise from the depths of addiction is captured in the book, Basketball Junkie, and the release of the ESPN Films documentary, Unguarded. Drug-free and alcohol-free since August 1, 2008 Chris founded The Herren Project as a direct response to the increasing number of young people across the United States who are experimenting, using, and suffering from addiction to drugs and alcohol or are at risk for such abuse. Community Services Board members will be on hand to discuss questions and concerns about addiction and mental illness. For further information on Chris Herren and his mission, visit his website at: http://www. theherrenproject.org/.
This important presentation is sponsored by FCPS, the WTWHS, MHS PTSA, LHS PTSA, and the athletic departments for MHS and LHS. We expect a sell-out crowd so reservations are required. To reserve a FREE ticket, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/chris-herren- presentation-tickets- 27952232881 . Please enter Langley High School by the Auditorium at Entrance #14.
Giving Tuesday Gift Card Donations
Giving Tuesday is a global movement honoring the true spirit of the holiday season: Compassion. Your compassionate donation of gift cards helps MHS families who need assistance with food and clothing, particularly winter clothing. MHS Social Workers distribute your donations to needy families right here at McLean High School. Gift cards can be placed in the donation box in the the school's front office.
Easier still, you can purchase gift cards online. Simply indicate "MHS Giving Tuesday" as the recipient. Have your electronic gift card donation emailed to: GivingTuesday@mcleanptsa.org
Here are some quick links for purchasing gift cards online:
Safeway Gift Cards for Giving Tuesday
Walmart Gift Cards for Giving Tuesday
Target Gift Cards for Giving Tuesday
McLean HS Leadership’s “Week of Giving”
The McLean HS Leadership class is partnering with SHARE of McLean to host a “Week of Giving” charity drive. Students earn points towards the Highlander Class Cup competition for bringing in items. (They earn double points for items brought in for the “item of the day”.) PLEASE consider donating what you can to make someone’s holiday a little brighter this year. Items can be donated in 3rd period classes and the main office November 28-December 2. Please email Ms. Barcus (tabarcus@fcps.edu) or Mr. Kidd (twkidd@fcps.edu) if you have any questions.
Week of Giving Schedule:
MONDAY 11/28 - Canned & Non-perishable Food
TUESDAY 11/29 - Toiletries
WEDNESDAY 11/30 - $5-$10 Gift Cards & Toys
THURSDAY 12/1 - Winter Wear (socks, hats, gloves, scarves, underwear)
FRIDAY 12/2 - Coats (all sizes for all ages)
MHS Choral Dept. Annual Boars Head Feast – December 3 – Purchase your tickets today!
Join the award-winning McLean HS Choral Department in celebrating the holiday season with its Annual Boar's Head Feast--an evening of food, fun and song! This year's feast will be held on Saturday, December 3rd at 6pm at McLean High School, 1633 Davidson Road, McLean, Virginia.
Purchase Tickets at Brown Paper Tickets and visit mhschoralsociety.com
Adults $35.00 Students and Seniors $30.00
Start your holidays off right! Enjoy a catered family style meal and performances from the Madrigals, Armonia, and the Men and Women's choruses of McLean High School.
Tickets sellout early, so don't delay. Deadline for ticket sales is Wednesday, November 30th. This much loved event is open to the entire community.
The event proceeds go directly to the McLean HS Choral department to fund their activities and scholarships.
Last few days of Discounted Pricing for White House Ornaments
There is still have time to purchase White House Ornaments at discounted pricing. After December 1st ornaments will only be available at the MHS Boosters Holiday Bazaar for $25.
When you purchase this beautiful White House Christmas ornament, proceeds go to support the All Night Grad Party. All orders must be picked up at the ANGP table at the MHS Boosters Holiday Bazaar on December 10 from 10am-3pm. Click HERE to buy your ornaments
Questions? Contact Allyson Burgess.
Use the McLean link when shopping Amazon to benefit the school.
Don't forget to use our link when shopping at Amazon for the Holidays!!! Simply bookmark: http://www.amazon.com/?tag=mcleanhs.20
Use the link to access Amazon BEFORE you add items to your cart and check out promptly. Items that are left in your cart for 24 hours or more do not qualify. To save items to purchase later, please use your Wish List. Every purchase counts! Get great gifts for family, friends, and yourself and earn money for MHS at the same time!!!
Holiday Bazaar! Spirit Wear pick up! Support Boosters!
All the details: McLean High Athletic Boosters
Join MHS Crew Club as they Row for the Red! ERG-a-thon Fundraiser for MCC
Come cheer for the rowers on December 10th from 9am - 1:30pm in front of Total Wine. Make some noise as every meter rowed equals more donations!
All the great details are HERE.
http://www.mcleancrew.org/ergathon-pictures.html
The Virginia PTA sponsors a Citizenship Essay Contest. The theme: We the people...Why vote?
This essay contest encourages students to express their views on citizenship or character. This year's theme is "We the people...why vote?" The deadline is February 2017.
The complete rules are HERE. Essays from students in grades 9-12 must be a minimum of 750 words. The first place prize is $250.
Applications to participate in the essay contest can be found HERE.
Essays and completed applications must be postmarked by February 1, 2017 and mailed to:
Debbie Kilpatrick, NOVA PTA District Director
13301 Green Mallard Court, Clifton, VA 20124
Resources for parents of students with disabilities
The FCPS Parent Resource Center (PRC) helps parents of students with disabilities. It sponsors workshops, has a lending library, and has Parent Liaisons to help parents solve problems. The PRC provides services relating to twice exceptional students, special needs life planning, parent stress, postsecondary education, resource fairs for students, access to support groups for students and adults, and many more!
For all the current events, information, and groups: Click HERE. (updated 11/27/2016)
MHS PTSA Seeking 2017-2018 Treasurer
Ready for a meaningful role in the PTSA? How about being the Treasurer for the 2016-2017 school year? Your help is needed to develop and manage the PTSA budget, maintain accurate financial records of income and expenses, provide updates at PTSA meetings, makes disbursements and collect funds, and manage processes to retain our 501(c)(3) status through the VA PTA. If interested, please contact Delia Swigart at treasurer@mcleanptsa.org.
Join the PTSA and/or Donate Today!
Thank you to the nearly 600 MHS families that have joined to date!
It's never too late to become a member! We appreciate your support and welcome your membership anytime through the school year. Going forward, families who join will be able to access to the AtoZ Student Directory App.
To JOIN the MHS PTSA, click here.
To DONATE to the MHS PTSA, click here.
Questions? Contact membership@mcleanptsa.org.
TGIF Tea Station
Thanks to everyone who has signed up so far! Our faculty and staff look forward to Friday treats! We still have openings for this week and next. Click HERE to sign up. This is perfect for parents who want to help with PTSA programs, but can't find the time for hands-on volunteering.
Looking Ahead - December '16
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November 30: Chris Herren speaks at Langley HS - 7:30 pm - Must RSVP
December 3: Pick up Premium Fir Fraser Tree - support McLean Crew
December 3: MHS Choral Dept. Annual Boar's Head Feast - 6pm
December 10: Boosters Holiday Bazaar & Spirit Wear Pick Up
December 10: Band Fundraiser Fruit Sale Pick Up
December 10: McLean Crew Row for the Red - 9:30 to 1:30 at Total Wine
December 19: Winter Break begins
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