Important Upcoming Dates
January 10 - Registration Kick-off
January 17 - College Board Accommodation Request Deadline
January 20 - Martin Luther King's Day - School Holiday
January 24 - End of the 2nd Quarter
January 27- 28 - Student Holidays
February 3 - Parents Safe Teen Driving Presentation
February 4 - Highlander Intern Interest Meeting (Seniors) HT 8
February 17 - Presidents' Day - School Holiday
General Information
Registration Process
We held out Electives Fair and Registration Kickoff last week. Actual course registration for next year begins this week on Wednesday. Rising juniors will meet with counselors through their PE class between January 15 – January 24. Rising seniors will meet with counselors through their history class between January 29 – February 18. Rising sophomores will meet with counselors through their PE class between February 14 – February 28. If you would like to see the schedule of when classes will come to Student Services for registration, here is a link https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PguBh8zuf7FIFqQNiuXYHUTXB7owwi0-o5-T8TZuapo/edit?usp=sharing.
For resources, such as our Course Catalog and specific AP course information, please see our Academic Advising page (https://mcleanhs.fcps.edu/index.php/student-services/academic-advising).
Grade Book Closing - January 23 - February 1
ParentVue and Student will close while teachers input grades from Thursday, Jan 23, 2020 at 4:00 pm until Saturday, February 1, 2020 at 6:00 am.
Virtual AP Night
This year McLean High School is hosting a “virtual” AP Night. Please visit the McLean Advanced Academics website for information on the Advanced Placement program at McLean High School, as well as overviews of each AP course offered. A wealth of information is provided, and we hope that you will find it helpful.
Regional Champions! Our Scholastic Bowl team competed over the weekend and won Sectionals and Regionals on Saturday. They will now advance to the State finals which will be held on February 29.
AP Exam Invoices
AP exam fee invoices were centrally issued via MySchoolBucks on Monday, December 16th. Invoices can be paid directly online using MySchoolBucks (www.myschoolbucks.com) or via money orders, cash or checks at McLean. (Checks should be made to McLean High School.)
Our Best Buddies Exec Team held their first dance. The team invited Best Buddies from Fairfax and Arlington County schools. Everyone had a fantastic time dancing the night away.
Parents Safe Teen Driving Presentation - 6:30pm
McLean High School will be hosting safe teen driving presentations on
February 3 , and April 20
All presentations start at 6:30 pm.
The state of Virginia requires all 10th grade students and their parent/guardian to attend a 90-minute traffic safety program as part of the classroom driver education instruction. This condition must be met before a student will receive a Driver Education Certificate of Completion (DEC-District 8 card).
The Virginia Department of Education has said that students who complete classroom instruction in a public school must also complete PSTD at the public school. It is not acceptable for a student to complete PSTD at a commercial driving school and receive a DEC-District 8 card from FCPS.
No one will be admitted after the doors have been closed. You are strongly encouraged to attend the program at McLean. If you are unable to attend one of these dates, additional program dates and locations can be found on the Fairfax County Public Schools website at www.fcps.edu.
FCPS Gap Year Fair
FCPS School Counseling Services and Go Overseas are hosting the 9th annual FCPS Gap Year Fair on Tuesday, February 4, 2020, at George C. Marshall High School from 6:00-8:30 p.m. This event is for high school students and parents who are interested in learning more about the variety of experiences available and growing array of gap year opportunities.
The evening will begin with an informational presentation in the auditorium from 6:00-6:45 p.m. Immediately following, the program fair, with representatives from over 40 programs offering gap year opportunities, will take place in the school cafeteria from 6:45-8:30 p.m. Students are encouraged to pre-register for this event. For more information, visit USA Gap Year Fairs.
In the event of inclement weather, the snow date and location will be Friday, February 7, 2020, at George C. Marshall High School from 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Our students showed their school spirit at Friday night's doubleheader.
FCPS Family Resources
Family Engagement Resources
In FCPS we recognize that when families are engaged in their children’s education, students achieve higher grades, attend school regularly, have better social skills, and go on to postsecondary education. We offer programs, services, and resources that engage families, schools and the community in support of student success.
Find out more here about programs and supports offered in FCPS to build stronger family-school partnerships and better engage families.
Twice Exceptional Students: What Parents Need to Know
Twice-exceptional (2e) learners have exceptional strengths and exceptional learning challenges. Please join us to learn what FCPS is doing to provide schools and families with insight and guidance to support the identification, instruction, and social-emotional wellness of 2e students.
During this workshop, you will have an opportunity to:
- Learn about the joys and challenges of twice-exceptionality.
- Review newly published FCPS resources created to support families and schools.
- Talk to other parents of 2e learners.
Presented by Ms. Beth Baldwin, FCPS Advanced Academic Specialist and Ms. Dawn Azennar FCPS Curriculum Resource Teacher.
Friday, December 13, 2019, 10 a.m.-noon.
Register for Twice Exceptional Students: What Parents Need to Know
The IEP Transition Plan: Post-Secondary Planning in Middle and High School
Join FCPS Career and Transition Services to learn the importance of the IEP Transition Plan for effective postsecondary planning in middle and high school. Have in-depth conversations with CTS staff, and get answers to these questions:
- What should parents look for?
- What questions should you ask the school team?
- What questions should you ask your son or daughter?
- What role does the IEP play in increasing self-advocacy?
- How do IEP goals support postsecondary planning?
Thursday, January 9, 2020, 10 a.m.-noon. Check registration form for location selections.
Register for The IEP Transition Plan: Post-Secondary Planning in Middle and High School
Parenting Children with Challenging Behaviors
Parenting can be difficult, but it is even more stressful when children refuse to follow directions, throw tantrums, and are continuously disruptive. Sometimes parents find themselves at a loss for successful strategies.
Join us in this important session that will focus on:
- Reasons for challenging behaviors
- Recognizing and preventing power struggles
- Recognizing and encouraging appropriate behaviors
- Communicating effectively with your child
Presented by Laurie Andrews and Kurt Soderstrom, FCPS Special Education Teachers.
Friday, January 10, 2020, 10 a.m.-noon.
Register for Parenting Children with Challenging Behaviors
Mind in the Making Series
At this workshop you will learn the research behind the Seven Essential Life Skills Every Child Needs. Learn strategies for improving these skills, the importance of them in children’s lives, and activities to promote these evidence-based executive functioning skills.
*Registration includes attendance at all sessions 6:30-8:30 p.m.
- Session 1: Introduction 1/16/20
- Session 2: Focus and Self-Control 1/23/20
- Session 3: Perspective Taking 1/30/20
- Session 4: Communicating 2/6/20
- Session 5: Making Connections 2/13/20
- Session 6: Critical Thinking 2/20/20
- Session 7: Taking on Challenges 2/27/20
- Session 8: Self-Directed, Engaged Learning 3/5/20
Register for the Mind in the Making Series
Bipolar Disorder in Children and Adolescents: Assessment, Treatment and Research Upodate
Join Dr. Lisa M. Cullins, attending physician in the Emotion and Development Branch at the National Institute of Mental Health for this highly informative workshop. She will provide current research on:
- Diagnostic Criteria
- Signs and Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder as manifested in children and adolescents
- Treatment Options, Resources and Collaborations
Tuesday, January 21, 2020, 10 a.m.-noon
Register here for Bipolar Disorder in Children and Adolescents: Assessment, Treatment and Research Update
Calm Conversations with Your Adolescent
As parents of adolescents, we can often find ourselves in the throes of emotion and reactivity; we can say or do things that escalate the situation.
Join Corinne Coppola, M.A., and Well-Being Professional in this important workshop to learn tools to take yourself off of the emotional roller coaster and engage in ways that are helpful and supportive.
- Explore ways to set boundaries that fosters loving and safe communication.
- Learn strategies to feel connected and calm rather than frazzled and overwhelmed.
Friday, January 24, 2020, 10 a.m.-noon.
Register for Calm Conversations with Your Adolescent
Sibshops
An exciting workshop for brothers and sisters of children with special needs!
*Registration must be completed separately for each session.
Register for Sibshops
Portrait of an ADHD Graduate: Overcoming Obstacles While Optimizing Strengths
This session focuses on ways parents can prepare students diagnosed with ADHD to be successful in the 21st Century workforce.
Topics will include:
- Identifying and building on existing strengths
- Strategies for developing executive functioning skills
- Ways to cultivate emotional intelligence
Presented by: Patricia M. Hudak, PCC, BCC, Certified ADHD/Executive Function Coach at PathFinder Coaching & Tutoring LLC, President-Elect, CHADD Board of Directors.
Friday, January 31, 2020, 10 a.m.-noon.
Register for Portrait of an ADHD Graduate: Overcoming Obstacles While Optimizing Strengths
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My School Bucks
Learn more about this online payment portal for many school fees. Parents can set up an account which they link their student(s) to so there is one account per family. Course fees, lunch funds, some ticket events can be taken care of online. MySchoolBucks eliminates the need for students to carry cash to school and for multiple checks to be written. Learn more and sign up at https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/login/getmain?requestAction=home
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