Stallion P.R.I.D.E.

Perseverance, Respect, Integrity, Dedication, and Excellence 

From the Principal

Schools have been asked to continue to remind parents that have Food and Nutrition debts to please bring account debts to zero. These debts could be an inhibitor to a student fulfilling all requirements to receive their diploma.

The PTSO met this week and while I love the company of the Family members that come out regularly, we need to have the input from the silent majority. We will posting the next meeting date which will be in May, shortly. I hope to see many of you there.

Just as a heads up, with Friday being the last day before Spring Break, we had A LOT of students and families that escaped early. This led to a number of students checking out of the attendance office, and causing the attendance staff to be backed up. So if you received a call that your student was not present for a class, but you sent in a note or called in, please know that the attendance for your child will be reconciled before he/she returns. I would like to thank all of you who were able to take the time to send in notes with your child. This helps the process go much faster, and students are able to get their passes much quicker. And if you happen to find yourself in the building sometime over the next couple of weeks, please stop into the Attendance and Front Offices and thank the wonderful ladies who have covered for our normal Wonder Woman. All of these ladies have stepped up and ensured that we function without missing a beat!

Please encourage your students to get plenty of rest over the spring break. I look forward to their return and to us finishing the school year on a true high note. I will be taking some time off to spend with the family, but will be sending safe wishes to each of you. Thank you once again for sharing your most precious gifts with us. It’s been another awesome week of learning for me. Take care. #OneStallion

Gary

Attendance

We need your assistance as Spring Break approaches. If you know your student will not be in school or will need to check out early, please let us know as soon as possible. To do this you may:

• (Preferable) Have your student drop a note from you by the Attendance Office when they arrive at school. They in turn will be given a pass for dismissal. This assists us so that instructional time is not interrupted delivering passes to classrooms and ensures that your student is dismissed when you have requested.
• Call the Attendance line at 703-446-1625 and leave a message as to the date and reason for absence.  This can be done in advance.

We truly appreciate your assistance with this due to the volume of calls and early dismissals leading up to Spring Break. Friday is not an early release day.

April Testing Calendar AP Exam

Fees and Billing Information

Parent Volunteer Sign Up: AP Proctor

SCHS wants your help proctoring AP Exams in May so our teachers can remain in the classroom with your children! No experience necessary - you will be paired with a staff member.

Any responsible adult can proctor exams as long as:

• You are not related to a student taking that specific exam. (e.g. If your son is taking AP Biology, you are still able to proctor AP Calculus.)
• You have never taught that specific AP course.

More information:

• Proctoring shifts will be approximately 3-4 hours.
• Volunteers will be paired with SCHS Counselors to help with room setup, distributing materials, monitoring students during testing, and collecting materials after testing. 
• Brief online training will be available to provide details.
• You will be contacted to confirm your days/times after signing up.

Please click on this SignUp Genius Link to volunteer!

Thank you for supporting the students and teachers at SCHS! Contact Cameron Mathison, Assessment Coach, with any questions at ccmathison@fcps.edu or 703-446-1643

AP Exam Fees and Billing Information

In early April, AP exam invoices have been sent via MySchoolBucks to the parents/guardians of students who are testing beyond the first six AP exams paid by FCPS.  Parents and guardians can pay the fees using a debit or credit card through www.myschoolsbucks.com.  Please see the FAQs below for questions regarding AP exam billing.  https://www.fcps.edu/testfees-questions.

May Testing Calendar

The May Testing Calendar has been published on the South County Website. Please note that individual schedules may vary depending on AP testing or accommodations needed.

• Student Test plans were mailed home. Any adjustments or concerns need to be brought to counselors by Friday April 12th.

• Students should check their school Google email accounts for individual schedules after spring break. 
• If a student is absent for their SOL, they will be rescheduled for the closest MakeUp date on the calendar.
• If you need to make adjustments to your SOL testing schedule due to religious observance of Ramadan (May 5^th-June 4^th), please come see Mrs. Mathison in Student Services by Friday April 26^th.  

Library Closed For SOL Testing

The library will be closed for SOL testing from May 6th-May 24th. This includes being closed before and after school. Please encourage your student(s) to come to the library before May 6th for any books they may want to check out for that time period. Please also encourage your student(s) to identify an alternate place to print assignments if needed during that time.

Seniors and Senior Families

Seniors and Senior Families, don’t forget that Senior Dues went up to $150 on April 1.  Senior Dues now need to be paid in the Finance office before or after school.  Also, check out the latest on All Night Grad Party on the South County PTSO web site at http://southcountyptso.org/.  The PTSO is offering a number of incentives to students who purchase tickets prior to the end of the month.  Finally, make sure to keep up with the latest news on Senior events and graduation information on the Senior Class page of the South County website.  It can be found at https://southcountyhs.fcps.edu/announcements/class-2019 and will be updated regularly between now and graduation.

From the Student Activities Office

College Signing Ceremony – May 1, 2019 @ 3:30pm in the Gymnasium

All students and families are welcome to join the Activities Office and Athletic Coaching Staff as we recognize and celebrate those student- athletes who are committed to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level.

Spring Physical Night -- May 21, 2019 @ 5:30 – 7:30pm in the Cafeteria

Come have your physical completed and filed for all activities in the ‘19-20 school year!! This includes summer conditioning, Green Days, tryouts and sports participation. Please use the link provided to schedule your appointment: https://wwgw.fcps.edu/athletic.preparticipation.screenings.

Fall Meet the Coach Night – May 30, 2019 @ 7pm in the Gymnasium

Interested in participating in Fall Sports? If so, it is highly encouraged that your family attend our annual Fall Meet the Coach Night. This event will start in the gym were you will hear from the Principal, DSA and ATC, followed by individual breakout sessions for each sport.

Varsity Letterman Night – June 3, 2019 @ 7pm in the Gymnasium

All South County students and families are welcome to join us as we remember and recognize the 2018 - 2019 individual and team athletic accomplishments!

Military Connected Youth Fundraiser

Please support the SCHS Military Connected Youth Club and join us for dinner at Chipotle on Tues., April 23rd! Come anytime between 4-8pm or meet up with other SCHS families at 7:00pm to have dinner together!  We hope you can make it!

Theatre Spring Musical

The SCHS Theatre Department is proud to present the spring musical, Chicago: High School Edition. We are so excited to bring the Roaring 20’s to the South County stage and hope you’ll join us on May 3, 4, 10, and 11 at 7 pm! Tickets can be purchased at southcountydrama.org or directly at this link: https://www.itickets.com/events/421912.html. Tickets will also be available for purchase at the door. Please note this show is rated PG-13 and may not be considered appropriate for younger audiences. If you have any questions, please feel free to e-mail Molly Rumberger at mdrumberger@fcps.edu.

FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the good work of our South County HS Staff. Just click FCPS CARES.

Fair Oaks Prom Dress Shop

Fairfax County Public School Students Make Prom Dreams Come True

Fairfax County Public School (FCPS) marketing students from Centreville High School and the Fair Oaks Classroom on the Mall program are opening their annual Fair Oaks Prom Dress Shop on Friday, April 12^th. The dress shop, which has been in business for thirteen years, has helped hundreds of financially challenged students attend prom in style each spring. Donations of stylish, high-quality, dry-cleaned prom dresses and select accessories can either be dropped off in the main office of Centreville High School between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. or at the shop in Fair Oaks Mall during the shop hours listed below.

Centreville High School Fashion Marketing students started collecting donated dresses in 2006 as a way to combine their interests in fashion with community service. They quickly came to the conclusion that students would not feel comfortable “shopping” for a dress at school. They decided that the shop should be set up in another location to give students a more authentic shopping experience, which led them to partner with the Fair Oaks Classroom on the Mall program.

The Classroom on the Mall students apply the retail marketing and visual merchandising skills learned throughout the school year to transform their classroom into the Fair Oaks Prom Dress Shop. “This is an excellent opportunity to accomplish several goals at once,” said Miranda Schick, Centreville High School and Classroom on the Mall Marketing Teacher. “First, students apply marketing lessons learned to a real-world retail environment. Second, they support the School Board’s goals of helping students succeed beyond the classroom through their ‘Portrait of a Graduate’. This includes communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and global citizenship skills.”

The Fair Oaks Prom Dress Shop is located on the upper level of Fair Oaks Mall behind the white barricade next to Build a Bear Workshop. Students from any area high school, not just Fairfax County Public School students, who are in need of a prom dress, and do not have the funds to purchase one, can come and shop from hundreds of donated dresses and accessories. They must show a valid student ID, or other form of school identification, in order to select a free dress during the following store hours:

Friday, April 12th                              4:00 p.m.—7:00 p.m.

Saturday, April 13th                          2:00 p.m.—5:00 p.m. 

Sunday, April 14th                            1:00 p.m.—4:00 p.m.

Friday, May 3rd                                 4:00 p.m.—7:00 p.m.

Saturday, May 4th                             2:00 p.m.—5:00 p.m.

Sunday, May 5th                               1:00 p.m.—4:00 p.m.

Friday, May 17th                               4:00 p.m.—7:00 p.m.

Saturday, May 18th                           2:00 p.m.—5:00 p.m.

Sunday, May 19th                             1:00 p.m.—4:00 p.m.

Mark Your Calendars

April 15th -19th -  SPRING BREAK/OFFICES CLOSED

Monday, May 27th - Holiday/Memorial Day

Friday, June 7th - Graduation

Thursday, June 13th - Last day of School/3 hr. Early Release

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