October 21, 2020
Your Source for News about the Highlander Community
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MHS Parent Meetings
Links to participate will be sent one hour prior to the meeting.
Please consult the MHS PTSA calendar page for additional meetings and events.
Don’t Miss the Freshman Parent Hour Tonight at 7:00 pm
Join Principal Dr. Ellen Reilly and the PTSA for our General Meeting. Following the meeting, the PTSA will host the Freshman Parent Hour with Assistant Principal and Class Freshman Administrator, Monica Charles-Williams, as well as the school clinical team. You will also have an opportunity to meet the school counselors. Both parents and students are welcome.
The link to participate will be sent one hour prior to the meeting.
MHS Parent Connection Walks
A new opportunity to meet and walk with parents in our MHS community!
McLean High School parents are invited to take a stroll around the MHS track and connect with other parents. All are very welcme!
When: Sunday, November 1st, 4:00 - 5:00 pm (move to an earlier hour due to the time change that day)
Wednesday, November 4th, 1:45 - 2:45 pm (date change due to Election Day)
Where: McLean High School Track, Masks Required
Hosted by the PTSA Health and Wellness Committee
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Fall Pumpkin Creation Contest for Students
Sources of Strength and PTSA Health & Wellness Committee are proud to sponsor a Pumpkin Creation Contest!
Submissions are by grade level and due by October 31st. For more information consult this flyer.
Children's Winter Clothing Drive
Our local community partner, SHARE, has asked for our assistance in obtaining the following high need items for children of all ages:
- Winter Coats
- Boots and Sneakers
- Hats and Mittens
New or almost new items are appreciated, as SHARE does not have the resources to sort clothing and shoes.
All donations can be brought to the following locations:
- The Collection Box outside McLean HS's Main Entrance
- SHARE at McLean Baptist Church
1367 Chain Bridge Road, McLean
In person on Wednesdays and Saturdays, 8:30am – 12:00pm
- If neither of these options work, please contact Sherri.share@outlook.com to arrange an alternate drop-off time.
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The Virginia Congress of Parents and Teachers (Virginia PTA) Advocacy Updates Newsletter
Access the Virginia PTA Advocacy Newsletter here.
The Virginia PTA is a volunteer child advocacy association working for ALL children and youth in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Volunteer Openings at McLean PTSA
The McLean PTSA is an all-volunteer organization. Whether you have the time and energy to chair a committee or prefer to volunteer an hour at an occasional event, YOUR PTSA NEEDS YOU and appreciates all that you do!
Please consider the following open positions:
President-Elect
Serve our Highlander community before stepping into the role of President. Share your valuable insights and contributions and shape the following year, while allowing time to learn on the job.
eNews Team Member
Responsible for sending weekly PTSA e-newsletter. Share relevant information, promote events and enhance parent engagement. Proof-reading skills are a plus.
All open positions can be found here.
Verify Your Information for the School Directory and Stay Connected and Informed
It only takes five minutes for parents to verify or update their contact information in the AtoZ Connect school directory.
Then, join the PTSA through AtoZ Connect! We need your engagement to make the PTSA as effective as possible.
Please email fundraising@mcleanptsa.org if you need assistance.
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How to Donate and Rewards Programs
Please consider making a tax-free donation to the PTSA. This is our only annual fundraiser.
Your contribution translates directly into academic enhancements, virtual programs, improved technology, and courtyard and facilities renovations.
Click here to donate.
Earn rewards while you shop: Help Our Cause (NEW this year!): Check out a one-stop shop to earn rewards while shopping at 1000+ stores online or on your phone. Simply register once and use it often to get shopping discounts, travel rebates, discounted textbook purchases, electronics and vehicle donations, and much more. Details about the program here.
Amazon Smile: Please use this link to set up your AmazonSmile account to donate to McLean High School PTSA and to shop.
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Harris Teeter Together in Education: Visit this link to register your card or register with the cashier next time you shop at Harris Teeter. MHS Code: 5560; Phone: (800) 432-6111.
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Upcoming Important Dates
October 30th - Two-Hour Early Release
October 30th - End of the First Quarter
November 2nd and 3rd - School Planning Day - Student Holiday/Teacher Workday
November 11th - Veteran's Day - 2-hour Early Release
November 25th-27th - Thanksgiving Holiday
Helpful Links
FCPS Support for Parents & Families
FCPS Parent Resource Center
Provides access to information and resources to support all families, educators and students, including those with special needs, learning challenges, and disabilities.
FCPS has Parent Information Phone Lines
Available in eight (8) languages to assist with general questions about FCPS.
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