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Important Upcoming Dates
March 10-11: Virginia Standards of Learning, End-of-Course Writing Test (11th Grade)
March 16-17: Model Congress (12th Grade)
March 18-19: Exhibition of Learning (EOL)
March 19: Junior Parent Night
April 2: Cultural Festival
April 6-10: Spring Break
April 13: Teacher Workday (Student Holiday)
April 15: Distracted Driving Simulator (During all lunches)
April 17: Prom
April 20: Partners for Safe Teen Driving Presentation
Renovation Update
This week I hope to send an update on any plans to move this spring. Just in time for the beautiful weather this week we received permission to start using the cafeteria courtyard! Students will now have that available to them as the weather continues to improve. We do have benches available to the students and USB charging stations. We have our tables ordered and hope to get those in the coming weeks.
Please visit our website for more information on the scope of the renovation and the renderings of what the building will look like when completed.
General Information
Health and Wellness
FCPS is continuing to monitor the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. We are following all guidance sent by Dr. Brabrand to maintain a safe and healthy environment for all. All updates regarding the coronavirus can be found here on the FCPS website.
Applications Wanted for Student Representative to the School Board for 2020-21 School Year, Deadline Is March 24
Each year, FCPS students can apply for the position of the student representative to the School Board. The student representative is not a member of the School Board but serves in a nonvoting, advisory capacity, representing the interests of the students of Fairfax County Public Schools.
Students who are currently in grades 9, 10, and 11 are eligible to apply, and they do not need to be current members of the Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council (SAC). Applications are due by March 24.
The application and more information are available online.
Paperless Report Card Option
Starting with 3rd quarter, high school and middle school parents will now have the option to “Go Paperless” in ParentVUE and receive only online report cards. To take advantage of the paperless options, parents/guardians will need to log into ParentVUE, then go to “My Account” and select "Go Paperless!". This process is the only way to keep a paper report card from being generated for students at the secondary level. All parents who share the same address as the student must have a SIS ParentVue account and must select the paperless option.
Junior Parent Night - March 19, 6:00pm
School counselors will be hosting Junior Parent Night on Thursday, March 19, 2020 at 6:00-7:30pm. Parents will gain insight into the college search process and application process.
The format is a large group setting in the cafeteria and auditorium divided by student last name. Students with the last names A - Lam will be in the cafeteria while students with the last names Lan - Z will be in the auditorium.
Cougar Commendation Nominations
It’s time for Spring Cougar Commendations. Teachers are in the process of nominating students to be recognized for their achievements in one of the five Fairfax County Portrait of a Graduate attributes. Nominated students will be recognized at a special ceremony in April. In addition, we also have Faculty Cougar Commendations to recognize OHS faculty/staff for their hard work, passion, and innovation. Parents are invited to use this nomination form to recognize a faculty/staff member for their dedication. All nominations are due by Friday, March 27. Faculty members will be recognized at the April staff meeting. It means so much to our faculty and staff to know that you notice their efforts. Please contact Margaret Moran (memoran@fcps.edu) or Sara Dornauer (sadornauer@fcps.edu) with questions.
Survey Information
School Health Services Survey
The Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) employs school health aides and public health nurses who provide school health services to the students in Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS). To determine the quality of these services, a survey has been developed by the FCHD to be shared with all parents or guardians and school staff members who interact with the school health rooms.
School Health Services Survey – Parents 2020: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/K9VWCJ6
School Health Services Survey-Parents 2020 (Spanish): https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/K7KGXTS
FCPS Principal Evaluation Parent/Guardian Feedback Form Online
This spring all Oakton High School parents will be contacted through email with a link to the FCPS Principal Evaluation Parent/Guardian Feedback Form Online. This survey is part of the Performance Evaluation Program and offers parents an opportunity to provide anonymous input about various issues related to our school. These issues include instructional leadership, school climate, human resources management, organizational management, communication and community relations and professionalism.
The survey will be collected online between March 12 and March 26. When you receive an email from FCPS Surveys, please take a few minutes to complete the survey. Your opinions matter.
Parent Information
Partners for Safe Teen Driving
All students enrolled in Classroom Driver Education during the 2019-2020 school year must attend a 90-minute parent-teen traffic safety presentation (PSTD). The 90-minute presentation is connected to successful classroom instruction and must be completed to receive a DEC-District 8 card. The 90-minute parent-teen traffic safety presentation (PSTD) will be offered four times during the school year at Oakton. Students and their parent/guardian should plan to attend the presentation at Oakton during the quarter their student receives driver education.
PSTD meetings at Oakton during 2019/2020 school year:
All sessions will run from 7:00-8:30pm in the Oakton Auditorium.
Please bring a pen/pencil and arrive on time. Late arrivals will not be admitted once the presentation begins.
The meeting is open to sophomores, juniors and seniors that have not attended a PSTD night yet. The student and parent must attend one presentation as a part of the VA licensing requirements.
Juniors and seniors who wish to attend must pre-register online through the Adult and Community Education (ACE) office and pay a $30 fee - please see a Drivers Ed teacher for more details.
Sophomores DO NOT need to pre-register. This is not available to freshmen
FCPS Cares
Do you know an Oakton High School or FCPS employee who does ordinary things in an extraordinary way or goes beyond what is expected? If so, then click here to share with everyone.
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School Attendance is Important!
Research shows that the single most important factor contributing to student achievement is school attendance. Absent students miss out on discussion, raised questions, explanations and much more.
So, what can you do to help?
- Talk with your child about the importance of attending school regularly.
- Avoid scheduling family trips or doctor appointments during school hours.
- Make sure your student eats healthy foods and gets enough sleep and exercise.
- Don't accept excuses from your child why they "must" miss or be late for school.
- Discuss what happened at school each day.
- Support school rules and consequences for skipping class and being tardy.
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PTSA News and Information
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Chipotle Fundraiser - Thanks to everyone who came out to the Chipotle fundraiser!
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Screenagers - Next Chapter Movie - We are hosting the movie Screenagers: Next Chapter and hope you can join us. Dr. Delaney Ruston's film examines the science behind teen’s emotional challenges, the interplay of social media, and most importantly, what can be done in our schools and homes to help them build crucial skills to navigate stress, anxiety, and depression in our digital age. Please RSVP HERE so we know how many to expect. Suggested ages 6th grade and above - please invite friends and neighbors!
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Mock SAT Test and Prep Class - Early registration is open for our Spring SAT mock test and strategy prep class here at Oakton HS on Monday, April 13. This is a Teacher Workday and no school for the kids! All grades welcome - Register HERE. Be sure to take advantage of early bird pricing discounts.
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March PTSA Meeting - Our next PTSA Meeting is Tuesday, March 24 at 7pm in the Oakton Library. Everyone is welcome and you don't have to be a PTSA member to join u! Please RSVP on our website so we know how many to plan for!
The Pantry at OHS
The Pantry shelves are in need of restocking. The amazon wish list is updated to reflect our current needs. https://smile.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2PXP0VZH14Y?&sort=default
We also accept groceries bought locally. We have an update on our families’ needs. Please do not donate canned goods except pasta sauce, tuna, and chicken. Canned items are so heavy and with the limited space we have in The Pantry, we aren’t able to accept canned vegetables or other items. If you are interested in shopping locally and need a list of needed items, please see the list at https://oaktonhsptsa.ptboard.com/att/che/48ff4bf4-96c1-4a47-bab8-99666623573e/FillthePantrySupplyListAugust2019.pdf
Thanks so much for your continued support of our community members in need!
All-Night Grad Party Tickets
Purchase Tickets Now!
The All-Night Grad Party (ANGP) is on June 4 beginning at 10:30pm and ends at 4:00am on June 5. The ANGP ticket includes everything – food, fun, games and activities! We will feature delicious all-you-can-eat food, casino games, fabulous prizes, mini golf, swimming, sports, games, obstacle course, spa treatments, live entertainment, a lounge, and much, much more!
Purchase your tickets now by clicking here!
Free or reduced-price tickets are available to students with financial need. Please contact Jen Hogan at JLHogan@fcps.edu for assistance in obtaining a ticket.
For other questions, please contact Cynthia Rutzick or Eli Rainhart at OaktonANGP@gmail.com.
Donate Gift Cards to ANGP
Donate those stray holiday gift cards that you will forget to use to ANGP – and get a lovely tax deduction. ANGP will use the gift cards for prizes at the party. Simply drop your gift card off in the office in an envelope marked ANGP, enclose your name and email for your tax receipt. Thank you for your generosity.
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Graduation VIP Seating Raffle Tickets
We are raffling 8 sets of 8 prime seats on each side (each half of the alphabet) in Eagle Bank Arena! Raffle drawing will take place on May 15. Tickets are $5 each, 10 for $40, 20 for $75 and 30 for $100. A limited number of tickets will be sold, so get yours now. Cougar Preferred Seating Packages will not be sold this year. This is the only way to get reserved seats. Tickets can be bought here.
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Senior Signs are popping up all over!
Celebrate your senior by purchasing a Home of a Senior Lawn Sign. BUY NOW ANGP is offering FREE DELIVERY to your door (or lawn). All proceeds benefit All Night Grad Party. For more information on ANGP or to buy a ticket, click here ANGP Ticket or Paper Form.
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Parent Resources - FCPS
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.
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