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eNews May 23, 2017
Your Source for News about the Highlander Community
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Eat at CAVA and support The Highlander final edition of the year!
The Highlander will be having a fundraiser at the CAVA in McLean from 6-10pm on Tuesday, May 23. Mentioning The Highlander at the register will allow a portion of the night's proceeds to fund our final issue of the school year.
Final 2016-17 PTSA Meeting - May 24th
The final PTSA General Membership Meeting for 2016/17 takes place on Wed., May 24, 7:00pm-8:00pm in the MHS Dance Room (near the cafeteria and lower gym). The school entrance closest to the Dance Room is "The Rock" entrance. Anna Sargent, Jr. Class Council Representative, will speak on Relay for Life and report on other student programs happening in the school. The meeting will also feature the election of officers for the 2017/18 PTSA Executive Committee. The nominees are:
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President: Rich Sargent
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President Elect: Sue Ellen Beggs
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Treasurer: Nancy Rider
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VP of Fundraising: Erica Glembocki
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VP of Membership: Alison Senold
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Secretary: Lucy Kehoe
MCA Outstanding Teen Character Award
The McLean Community Association awarded five McLean High School students an award this past Saturday at McLean Day. The recipients are:
- Garrett Detter (Freshmen)
- Mairin Fallon (Junior)
- Helen Ganley (Sophomore)
- Ian Murphy (Sophomore)
- Neha Vutakuri (Sophomore)
These students have been recognized for their dedication, commitment, and service to the McLean community.
Senior Trip Information
On Friday, June 9th, students will meet in the MHS Cafeteria at 7:30 am for a senior breakfast and slideshow. Following breakfast, students will depart to Hershey Park. Students must have turned in their field trip permission form and met all academic and financial obligations in order to go on this trip. Seniors should be aware that weather conditions could vary in early June and should dress accordingly. This is a school sponsored event so the FCPS dress code is still applicable. Seniors will return to McLean approximately 9:00pm that night. Permission forms can be found in the main office and are due no later than Friday, June 2nd, no exceptions! Students can sign up for a bus slot once they have turned in their forms. Sign-up sheets can be found in the main office.
We are in need of pictures for the senior slideshow! We are looking for 2-3 memorable pictures and would like to have these as soon as possible. Please send pictures to McLeanHS2017@gmail.com by Wednesday, May 31st.
We are in need of parent volunteers for the senior breakfast. Volunteers will need to be at McLean by 7:00 am. If you would like to volunteer, please sign up here.
MHS CLASS OF 2017 FAMILIES!
Baccalaureate is an interfaith service is an opportunity to pause and reflect on the spiritual aspects of the milestone of graduation. It is open to the entire community and will be held on at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, June 14th at Temple Rodef Shalom. Light refreshments will be served after the service.
If you would be willing to contribute refreshments - please sign up HERE.
Students - Get ready to vote! Register today!
Primary is on June 13th. You may be eligible to vote.
Calling all students! The League of Women Voters reminds families that a 17-year old who will be 18 by the next General Election day (November 7th, 2017) can participate in the Primary on June 13th -- even though they're still 17! This is a big election year for Virginia as the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General and all 100 seats in the House of Delegates are up for election. The registration period is over, but you can still Read More about voting.
 Security Camera Campaign
Our Security Camera Campaign still needs your help! Please consider giving a donation to upgrade our security cameras around the school, and the data system that operates them, by clicking on this easy PayPal link. If you're having trouble with that link, try this one and scroll down to the thermometer. Your taxable-deductible contribution is greatly appreciated!
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Netflix Series: 13 Reasons Why
McLean High School's Student Services Department would like to bring the recent Netflix Series, 13 Reasons Why, to the attention of parents and caregivers. This series is based on the popular book by Jay Asher, and follows a group of students as they piece together a story left behind by a classmate and friend who died by suicide. While the series touches on important topics, it is critical for children to process this information with a trusted adult if they have had the opportunity to view this series. As is always the case, we encourage you to talk with your children about what they are watching both at home or in the company of friends. We also want to share with you these talking points https://www.save.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/13RW-Talking-Points-Final_v5.pdf, which may be of assistance as you engage in these conversations. Your child’s counselor is available if you have additional questions or concerns. Finally, we want to remind parents of the language we use with students during our yearly Wellness Screenings. This acronym, ACT, is taken directly from the organization Screening for Mental Health, Inc. When concerned about a friend, we want all students to take the following actions:
ACT
• Acknowledge that they are seeing warning signs and that it is serious
• Care: Show the person your concern
• Tell a trusted adult
Seniors – ANGP Ticket Price Increases to $100 in June!
It’s almost the end of May, so don’t delay –
Buy your All Night Grad Party Ticket TODAY.
The ANGP is the best way to safely celebrate the end of a successful high school experience; the party will take place at McLean High from 11:00 pm to 4:30 am and is filled with entertainment, food, games, and prizes.
Purchase your ticket now for $90 (price goes up to $100 in June). To purchase a ticket, click HERE. Please note this ticket form must be printed out, legibly completed, and signed by both the parent and student. Forms and checks can be dropped off at MHS front office or mailed to the following address (ANGP Ticket, Attn: Kim Holland, 1443 Laurel Hill Road, Vienna, VA 22181). Your cancelled check will be proof of purchase; no physical ticket will be issued.
Tickets must be purchased in advance of the party, so parents please take the opportunity to purchase your senior a ticket now before things become too hectic. And perhaps you are wondering how you as a senior parent can support this celebration? We welcome your help in the following ways:
Donate – Your monetary donations supplement ticket income to pay for the entertainment, food, decorations, and prizes. Monetary donations can be made on the ticket form or online with a credit card (www.mcleanptsa.org/page_id=96).
Have a business or know a business that might donate funds or merchandise?Parents can personally donate gift cards to businesses seniors enjoy. To donate or for questions contact Cam Donelson (donelsoncambra@yahoo.com).
Volunteer - We need about 200 volunteers to set-up, work during, and after the party. Don’t think you can stay up all night? You don’t have to. There are several shifts to accommodate your schedule and it really is a lot of fun. Email Frances Wilson (fqwilson@verizon.net) to be sent the e-mail sign-up when it is time to select jobs and shifts.
For more information on Class of 2017 events, please go to the McLean High School website senior page.
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 within the month, information, and groups: Click here (updated 4/24/2017).
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.
One More PTSA Committee Chair Needed for 2017/18 School Year
Would you like to find a way to make a contribution to the MHS community? Here is your to opportunity to share your time and talents in ways that benefit students and staff at our school. Help make MHS the best it can be!
- All Night Grad Party (ANGP) Committee Chair: Plan and Coordinate the annual ANGP on graduation night. This committee is typically run by a senior parent, but all grade levels are welcome.
Contact Alison Senold alisonsenold@gmail.com to volunteer or to get further details on each position
TGIF Tea Station
Thanks to everyone who has signed up so far! Our faculty and staff look forward to Friday treats! Get a jump on the new year and 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.
Shopping through MHS Amazon Link Equals Free Money for PTSA
Don't forget to use our link when shopping at Amazon to support McLean!!! 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!!!
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Upcoming Events |
May 23: CAVA Restaurant fundraiser for the Highlander
May 24, 7:00 pm: MHS PTSA final meeting of the year, Dance Room
May 26: Early release
May 29: Memorial Day Holiday
June 1: ANGP Ticket Price Increases to $100
June 2: Seniors: Last date to turn in permission slip for Senior Trip
June 9, 7:30 am: Senior Trip
June 14, 7 pm: Baccalaureate
June 15: Graduation (and early release for 9-11th graders)
June 15/16: All Night Grad Party 11 pm - 4:30 am
June 19-22: Final Exams (See MHS end of the year calendar for testing schedules. Please note June 20-22 are early release dates
June 23: Last day of school! Early release.
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