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February 19, 2020
Your Source for News about the Highlander Community
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Summer Job Fair
- March 3rd, 2020 (FCPS day off for students)
- 9 am-12 pm
- Location will be shared upon confirmation
This fair is hosted by the McLean Citizens Association, with support from McLean and Langley High Schools. Click here for more information.
The McLean Citizens Association was founded in 1914 as the McLean School and Civic League. The MCA has served since that time as the "Voice of McLean." It is a forum where all residents of the greater McLean area can come together to address local issues and to advocate for solutions that serve the interests and values of our community.
Please fill out the following brief form if you are interested: https://forms.gle/kSkdyjiicjPM1QWJ9
THURSDAY, Feb. 20 – CLUB PICTURES for the Yearbook
Pictures will be taken in the AUDITORIUM after school
Check out @McYearbook on Instagram or the schedule posted across from the clinic for your group’s assigned time (all times pm).
3 :00: Highlanders on the Run
3:05: Computer Science Honor Society; It’s Academic - Scholastic Bowl; Amnesty International
3:10: Asian American Association; ASL Club; Astronomy Club
3:15: College Partnership Program; Cyber Patriots
3:20: Dungeons & Dragons; Fashion Club; FCCLA
3:25: Feminist Club; French Club; German Club
3:30: Girls Leadership Committee; Girls Who Code
3:35: GSA (Gender and Sexuality Alliance); Heritage Society; Interact
3:40: Intercultural Club; International Club; Investor Club
3:45: Latin Club; McDance-a-Thon; Marine Bio Club
3:50: Middle Eastern Club; Minds Matter; Mock Trial Club
3:55: Muslim Student Association; Robotics Club;
SADD
4 p.m.: Science Olympiad; Sources of Strength; Sports Psychology
4:05: Tartan Literary Magazine; Turning Point USA McLean; UNICEF
4:10: Young Adult Fiction Fan; Young Conservatives;Young Democrats
4:15: Youth Harmony; McMatics; Chemnection
Senior Parent Coffee – The Road Ahead
Come join us as we feature conversations with Senior Class Administrator, Assistant Principal Aidan Vigil; Counselor, Ms. Kathleen Otal, parents of recent graduates and our ANGP co-chairs. Learn important details regarding events and end-of-year activities and gain perspective regarding this time of transition. Enjoy refreshments and connect with other senior families on Friday, March 6, at 8:30 am in the Dance Room.
Junior Parent University Scheduled for Feb 21
Designed for parents of the McLean Class of 2021, the Junior Parent University session will take place on Friday, February 21 from 8:30 - 9:30 am at MHS. McLean Student Services is presenting the session and will discuss the college search process and planning timelines for students as they begin to think about colleges that are a good fit.
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PARENTS: We need your help! Highlander Internship Program
Please consider sponsoring an internship with the Highlander Internship Program (HIP2020). Details can be found here. If you would like to host an intern, please fill out this short form.
Thank you for your ongoing support of our students!
Practice SAT and ACT Exams
The PTSA is partnering with Educational Connections to provide full-length practice exams published by the College Board and ACT in a simulated test environment. Learn more here.
ACT: Saturday, March 7, 2020, 9 am – 1 pm. To register for the Saturday morning ACT session, click HERE.
SAT: Sunday, March 8, 2020, 1 pm – 5 pm. To register for the Sunday affternoon SAT session, click HERE.
"How to Raise an Adult" Book Club
Please join our virtual book club as we feature "How To Raise An Adult," by Julie Lythcott-Haims. This noted author and former dean of freshman at Stanford University was a featured speaker that the Safe Community Coalition brought to McLean four years ago and we are excited to announce she will join us for our third podcast in the series! Her topics remain as relevant as ever, so order, download, dust off or borrow a copy, and learn how to "Break Free of the Overparenting Trap and Prepare Your Kid For Success." The three-part series kicks-off in mid-March, so read Part 1, submit questions and comments by March 14th and stay tuned for the podcast.
Student Q&A with FCPS Superintendent Dr. Brabrand
- Monday, March 16, 6:30 to 8:30 pm
- McLean Community Center
The McLean Community Association will be hosting an open forum meeting with Superintendent Dr. Brabrand and Dranesville District School Board Member Elaine Tholen focused on mental health, academic pressure, and the vision for McLean-area schools. Bring the entire family. Students will be given priority to ask questions.
Crisis or Concern? Event
The Eric Monday Foundation is organized to provide for and serve youth and high school athletes and advocates for driving mental health awareness and breaking down stigmas. The Foundation proudly presents a series of programs to educate and support parents in the community and to raise awareness of mental health. The next program in the series is as follows:
Crisis or Concern?
Gaining a greater understanding of how to respond to mental health concerns
- Monday, March 30
- 7:00-8:30 pm
- James Madison High School Auditorium
Teenage years are a time of adjustment for our children. Knowing how to navigate these changes is challenging for them, but also presents challenges for parents, as we don’t always know how to interpret new behaviors. It can feel like parental failure when our child is struggling. It is difficult to know what is typical or when our concerns might require additional help or action. Please join us for this panel discussion that will address factors regarding how to respond to and engage with our teens, how we might meet their needs and when we might look for additional help and resources.
Panelists include:Dane Charneco, Fairfax County Public Schools Psychologist (Madison High School);Eileen Long-Farias, Psychotherapist, Integrated Psychotherapy Institute and Director of Education, The Women’s Center; Laura Mayer, PRS CrisisLink Program Director; Jesse Ellis, Prevention Manager, Fairfax County Department of Neighborhood and Community Services; Brian Monday, President and Founder, Eric Monday Foundation
The panel will be facilitated by Shirley Clark, former CEO of The Women’s Center.
For more information on the Eric Monday Foundation visit https://www.ericmondayfoundation.org/
Pie Sale Fundraiser to Support McLean Dance Team
Buy a freshly baked pie for your family to celebrate Pi Day (3.14)! Apple, Apple Caramel Nut, Apple Cranberry, Cherry, Peach and Rhubarb available - yum! To order, simply fill out the form below. Pies will be available for pick up at the high school after school on Friday, March 13th. All profits from this sale support the Dance Team. Orders must be placed before February 25th.
Pie Sale Order Form
ANGP Restaurant Fundraisers
Help support All Night Grad Party and escape the kitchen! There are upcoming restaurant fundraisers, information is below, and all proceeds support ANGP. Take the linked flyers (or show them on your phone) and remember to mention you are supporting McLean High School ANGP when you order.
Wednesday, February 20 - California Pizza Kitchen - Tyson’s Corner Mall location Flyer
Wednesday, March 11 - Chipotle, 6707 Old Dominion Dr, McLean from 5pm to 9pm (Mention McLean HS ANGP when ordering)
Tuesday, April 17 - Panera, 450 W. Broad St, Falls Church from 4pm to 8pm Flyer
Donations and Sponsors Needed
The committee is collecting donations in the form of GIFT CARDS to use as prizes the night of the event. Please contact angp@mcleanptsa.org and we will arrange pick up.
Business and Corporate Sponsorships
If know a business or corporation who might be interested in a sponsorship, please contact the committee at angp@mcleanptsa.org. They will receive recognition the night of the event and added to the ANGP page of the PTSA website HERE ANGP is funded only through donations and ticket purchases, no financial assistance is received from the PTSA.
Tickets can be purchased through the ANGP website and more information on the event and “Congratulations Grad” yard sign is available as well.
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Annual Crew Club Mulch Sale
The annual McLean Crew Club Mulch Sale has begun! Our sale ends February 27 (or March 7 for pick-up only)! The club involves approximately 100 student athletes and receives no external funding, so your purchase of HighQuality Double-Shredded Hardwood Mulch will help to keep the membership fees manageable for more of our students. This is a great deal for you and our team! Our mulch will be delivered, or available for pick up on the weekend of March 14. Please visit https://www.mcleancrew.org/ for more information (and to order online!).
Ways to Donate and Support Our Highlanders!
Thank you to all the parents who have supported our Highlanders by joining the PTSA and donating. To the extent we exceed our budget we’ll be able to provide additional teacher grants or funds to the school. And a donation of $100 gets you a magnet!
You can still donate here. To take advantage of your employer matching program or employer grants or to become a business partner, contact us.
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