Important Upcoming Dates
April 3 - End of the 3rd quarter
April 6-10 - Spring Break
April 13 - Student Holiday
April 20 - Safe Teen Driving Presentation
May 25 - Memorial Day
General Information
English Writing SOL Announcements
The English 11 Writing SOL will take place March 10th and March 11th. English 11 students will be using their FCPSOn devices for March Writing SOL this year. Please ensure your student’s laptop is working and that they bring their computer and power charger to school on March 10th and 11th. Issues should be reported to the Tech Center in the Library (Room 131) during school hours, highlander time, or lunches.
Teachers conducted a student laptop “health check” on Wednesday, February 26 and Thursday, February 27 during English 11 classes. Students will need to bring their laptop and charger to school those days. The “health check” will assess the hardware and software of the FCPSOn devices and identify potential issues. Students will need to reboot the laptop while at school in order to receive all the required updates for testing.
Non-FCPS issued computers cannot be used for testing. If a student tests on a personal device, an irregularity will be filed, the test score will be invalidated, and the student will have to retake the SOL.
Electronics Policy Reminder: Students may NOT possess cell phones or other personal electronic devices (including smart watches) during testing. Failure to adhere to this policy is considered cheating. If a student is found to be in possession of a cell phone or other personal electronic device during testing, a test irregularity will be filed, and the test score will be invalidated. Students will not be permitted to retake the SOL until the next testing window.
11th Grade Lesson: Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs
On March 16, all juniors will attend a required Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs lesson in the auditorium during Highlander Time 3 and 3rd period. The lesson will be facilitated by Kelly Rankin, Student Safety & Wellness Office specialist for Fairfax County Public Schools. The session covers topics including vaping, addiction, marijuana, CBD oils, opiates, and alcohol. There will be time for students to ask questions and resources will also be provided during the presentation.
Highlander Community:
The main topic in the news these days is the coronavirus. While we do not have any incidents in our community, we do want to be sure that we are taking precautions at our school. Moving forward, the custodians will be wiping down hand rails, door knobs, faucet handles, etc. Also, we will make sure the hand sanitizer dispensers outside the bathrooms remain filled. Classroom teachers will also have disinfectant cleaning supplies in their classrooms.
Here are the guidelines sent out by FCPS:
- There are no confirmed COVID-19 cases in Fairfax County
- Keep updated by checking our FCPS website for additional information. This site will be updated as information changes: https://www.fcps.edu/news/coronavirus-update.
- FCPS is reviewing its existing influenza response plans and making necessary revisions to respond to COVID-19 scenarios; FCPS will work collaboratively with the Fairfax County Health Department to prevent the spread of illness and impact upon our schools.
- If your student is ill, please keep them home from school.
- The health and safety of our students and employees is of utmost importance.
- Contact your healthcare provider or the Fairfax County Health Department at 703-267-3511 if you have questions about your student’s illness.
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. This may include principals, school counselors, and main office staff members. The survey has been approved for distribution by the FCPS’ Internal Survey Advisory Committee.
Electronic versions of the survey forms may be accessed at:
School Health Services Survey – Parents 2020: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/K9VWCJ6 approval # 20217
School Health Services Survey-Parents 2020 (Spanish): https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/K7KGXTS approval #20217
The survey will take less than five minutes to complete and will provide the FCHD with valuable information. Your participation in this important endeavor is appreciated.
 Students attended Marine Lab to learn more about the Florida Keys ecosystem
and how to foster environmental awareness and stewardship on a local, regional, and global scale.
Opportunity to Apply for Student Representative to the School Board
Each year, in accordance with FCPS Policy 1802, FCPS students have the opportunity to 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 March 24, 2020. The application and related details can be found at https://www.fcps.edu/blog/application-2020-student-representative-school-board.
Student Advisory Council Convention to Elect the Student Representative to the School Board
The Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council (SAC) will hold its annual convention to elect the student representative to the School Board for 2020-2021 on Wednesday, April 22, 2020 at Marshall High School.
To prepare for the SAC convention to elect the Student Representative to the School Board, administrators are asked to register convention delegates from your school by listing their names on this form and returning it to Pam Gordon at PEGordon@fcps.edu. Completed forms are due no later than Wednesday, April 1, 2020.
Participants should arrive at the convention on April 22, 2020 at 8:00 a.m. Lunch will be provided, and the convention will conclude by 2:00 p.m. Up to four 2019-2020 SAC delegates from each high school will be voting delegates at the convention.
Student Q&A with FCPS Superintendent Dr. Brabrand
Monday, March 16 at 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. McLean Community Center
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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.
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Parents Safe Teen Driving Presentation - 6:30pm
McLean High School will be hosting safe teen driving presentations on
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.
Recognitions
Robotics
The Robotics teams from McLean High School competed at the 2020 VEX State Competition this weekend. 56 teams from around the state were represented this weekend at the competition. We were the only high school form Fairfax County at the competition. Team 22101A McRoboto won the Design Award at the competition. The Design Award is presented to a team that demonstrates an organized and professional approach to the design process, project and time management, and team organization. The team’s Engineering Notebook and Judges interview demonstrated the team’s ability to produce a quality robot with minimal adult assistance. McRoboto is one of 1700 teams from the United States and 60 countries that has been invited to compete at the World Championship Competition.
Left to Right: Veda Hedge, Mia Hsu, Alex Zaccardelli, Milo Engel
Winter Guard
Congratulations to our Winter Guard teams! Red received 6th pace and Silver received a 2nd in Finals at WGI Richmond!
Theatre
Our theatre students attended States in Charlottesville this weekend. Congratulations on a great performance!
Senior Information
The MHS All Night Grad Party (ANGP) is a highly anticipated event for graduating seniors. Held the night of graduation, Monday, June 1, it is an opportunity for the new graduates to celebrate their accomplishments together in a safe, drug and alcohol-free environment.
This fun, activity-filled event takes place at the high school from11:00pm - 5:00am, and is chaperoned by parent volunteers.
Click HERE to purchase a ticket or learn more. For financial assistance, contact Paul Stansbery at pwstansbery@fcps.edu.
Questions about ANGP can be sent to angp@mcleanptsa.org
Senior Announcements Ordering
Attention Senior Parents: To order the official 2020 McLean High School graduation announcements please go to http://www.balfour.com our vendor for those products.The form can be found on McLean's homepage and the Senior's homepage. Please contact Balfour with any questions 703-941-1436 or balfournova@yahoo.com.
FCPS Family Resources
Drugs, Alcohol, and Vaping, What Every Parent Needs to Know
Talking with your teen or young adult can be challenging. Having meaningful, ongoing conversations about drugs and alcohol, however, is key to helping keep your son or daughter healthy and safe.
Presentation Highlights:
- Current trends in substance use and abuse
- Image of substances on physical and emotional development
- Paraphernalia display and discussion
- Tools for parents
Presented by Brian Maslowski, FCPS Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Education teacher.
Friday, March 20, 2020, 10 a.m.-noon.
Register for Drugs, Alcohol, and Vaping, What Every Parent Needs to Know
Launching Your Adolescent into Adulthood
A recent survey of young adults in the US reported that nearly 45% of young adults between the ages of 18 and 34 now live with their parents - even though they are employed.
This session will provide:
- 10 Tips to help launch your young adult successfully into adulthood
- Strategies to teach your child “soft” employment, money management and communication/self-advocacy skills.
Presented by Dr. Amy Fortney Parks, LPC, ACS, Owner of The Wise Family Counseling & Assessment Services in Alexandria and Arlington.
Friday, March 27, 2020, 10 a.m.-noon. *Will be recorded for our YouTube Channel
Register for Launching Your Adolescent into Adulthood
Fitness Activities: A Parent’s Guide to Getting your Child Moving
Learn fun activities for the whole family to get your child moving while reinforcing a wide range of skills needed to be successful in physical education and recreational pursuits. Participants will receive “A Parents Guide to Physical Activity, Book 1”.
You will learn how to:
- Motivate your child to be physically active, burn some energy, enjoy exercise, and interact as a family
- Have fun as a family while practicing physical, cognitive, and social skills needed to be successful in PE:
- Taking turns and following rules
- Participating in group games and interacting with peers
Presented by Phyllis Orner, FCPS Adapted PE Specialist, Manda Tirado and Christy Slone, FCPS Adapted PE Teachers
Tuesday, March 31, 2020, 10 a.m.-noon.
Register for Fitness Activities: A Parent’s Guide to Getting your Child Moving
FCPS Cares
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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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