Principal Updates - Week of August 13

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Important Upcoming Dates

August 23 - Freshmen and New Student Orientation; Cougar Kickoff

August 28 - First Day of School

August 30 - Back to School Night, 9th/10th Grade

September 3 - Labor Day; No School

September 6 - Back to School Night, 11th/12th Grade

September 19 - 3 Hr. Early Release; School Planning Day

September 28 - Homecoming Game vs. Lake Braddock

September 29 - Homecoming Dance

October 8- Student Holiday; Columbus Day

October 10- PSAT Day

Renovation Update

The construction crews have been hard at work the last several weeks.  During 1st period on the first day of school, we will provide an overview of all the changes for students so they can best navigate the building.  We will also have members of the security and administrative team available in the hallways and during arrival and dismissal to help students find the correct locations.   

Summer Information

Welcome Back Information

Today, all families will receive the Welcome Back information through our Keep-In-Touch system.  You will find a wide variety of information you should find useful as the 2018-2019 school year approaches.  All of the information has been imbedded in a hyperdoc for you to easily navigate.  This will also be available on our website.  Please make sure you click on the interactive document link so that you see all the information available to the community.  We are excited to welcome all the students and start off a great year at Oakton!

https://oaktonhs.fcps.edu/announcements/back-school-information

Parking

Information regarding parking was sent out via Keep In Touch to all seniors on Friday August 3.  You can also access that information on our website under the announcements section.  All applications must be turned in to the Main Office by Monday August 20, 3:30pm to be considered for the lottery. 

https://oaktonhs.fcps.edu/announcements/senior-parking-lottery

Locker Information

Rising freshmen and sophomores will automatically be assigned lockers for next year. Rising juniors and seniors who wish to have a locker for the upcoming school year need to fill out this google form. It will require you to be logged into your school google account (@fcpsschools.net)!

Summer Office Hours

Beginning this week the Main Office will remain open from 8am-3pm.  This will remain in effect until school opens.   

AP Summer Assignments Posted

Summer assignments for the upcoming 2018-2019 school year have been posted on the Oakton HS website for all students.  https://oaktonhs.fcps.edu/academics/advanced-placement-ap/Summer-Assignments

Summer Reading Assignments

The summer reading assignment has been updated for the 2018-2019 school year.  Please see the Oakton HS website for more details: https://oaktonhs.fcps.edu/announcements/summer-reading-and-assignments-2018

 

Upcoming Events

Freshmen and New Student Orientation

Save the date!  Thursday August 23, 12:00-3:45pm we will welcome all 9th grade and new students to Oakton High School.   You will have an opportunity to get your course schedule, meet your teachers, learn about our bell schedule, meet your counselor, and so much more to help with your transition to Oakton High School!  Please see the website for transportation information. 

https://oaktonhs.fcps.edu/announcements/save-date-freshman-and-new-student-orientation  

Cougar Kick-Off

Please join us for the 7th Annual Cougar Kick-Off on Thursday August 23, 3:00-5:30pm! The Oakton Leadership program will be hosting this event as a celebration to start the new school year with school spirit!  

- Purchase PE uniforms

- Explore clubs and activities

The Oakton staff and Oakton organizations will offer spirit wear for sale, food and drinks, games and activities, performances and more! Cougar Kick-Off is an excellent opportunity for students, parents, and the community to come out and show their support for Oakton High School. Come be a part of the Cougar Pride!

https://oaktonhs.fcps.edu/announcements/save-date-freshman-and-new-student-orientation

PTSA/Parent Information:

Faculty Breakfast

The PTSA has a sign-up genius for the faculty breakfast for teacher return week.  Please see the link below if you would like to contribute.  

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508094eadaa28a0fe3-ohsteacher

PTSA News You Choose Account

Oakton's PTSA will begin sending out their own newsletters in the fall.  Please take a moment to self-enroll to be sure you are on their distribution list.  You can manage your subscription to Oakton HS messages online.

 

How to Modify or Unsubscribe to the Newsletter

To modify your membership to our messages (or to add yourself to the Oakton Athletics list!) you can manage your subscription to Oakton HS messages online.