Congratulations to these Outstanding MVHS Staff Members!
Congratulations are in order for some of our Majors who have been nominated as outstanding employees! We will be sending these individuals forth to represent Mount Vernon High School at the next level. We are so proud of our amazing team and all they do to make MVHS a special place for our entire community!
Outstanding Teacher: Iris Stubblefield (Special Education Teacher)
Outstanding New Teacher: Anna Gosling (Science Teacher)
Outstanding Leader: Derrek Steele (Assistant Principal))
Outstanding Professional Employee: Belinda Deville (Technology Support Specialist)
Outstanding Operational Employee: Mr. Sinat Le (Custodial Staff)
Student Support or Catch-up Days
The following days have been designated “catch-up” or student support days for MVHS: January 13 and 14, 2021. Catch up days are one of FCPS’ division wide supports, to help address the concerns of students feeling overwhelmed and stressed about the workload this school year. Each school has been asked to build two “catch up” or student support days into each quarter for the rest of the school year.
On these support days, students will login to their classes, teachers will take attendance, but there will be no new instruction.
- Students can use the days to work on assignments and meet with teachers to get support during their class period.
- Students can use this time to get organized, work independently or in groups, make up assignments, get additional help.
Teachers can also engage students in conferences and academic conversations about courses for next year. (Counselors will begin meeting with juniors to plan for next year starting February 2nd.)
Winter Break is Homework-Free
As we approach our Winter Break, we want to again encourage you to disconnect from school, work and technology. Teachers will not require work to be due the first two full days back to school and teachers will not give any major assessments the first two full days back to school.
We hope you and your family find ways to enjoy one another, have fun and recharge for the second half of the year.
Lunch Bunch Wednesday's
In order to provide an outlet for students and build in opportunities for them to connect with one another, we are starting “Lunch Bunch Wednesday's”. All students are welcome and wanted! Encourage your children to take a break from academics and come hang out with us every Wednesday from 11:15am-11:45am. Just go to google classroom and use the join code: wjl7hri.
Here is the MEET link: https://meet.google.com/lookup/adagfr2vaj
MVHS Senior Seminar
Career Options with a High School Diploma
It is with great excitement that I invite you to participate in a special virtual evening learning “Career Options with a High School Diploma.” The College and Career Center of Mount Vernon High School is facilitating this virtual information session to educate you about career opportunities available after graduation and the financial benefits of earning a high school diploma with a genuine value and desire to work and/or learn a skill.
This virtual event date and time is Tuesday, December 15th, 2020, at 6:30pm with just Mount Vernon High School hosted by Ms. Orr, College and Career Specialist.
Please RSVP by Sunday, December 12 here https://forms.gle/56eYKK9peymXJCdp6
so you can receive a guest link to this session before Tuesday, December 15th.
careers with diploma poster.pdf
MVHS Military Families
Virtual Town Hall
Mark your Calendars with the below Important Dates
As a reminder, this year winter break starts on December 21 and ends on January 1, 2021. Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 5, 2021. Monday, January 4, 2021, is an asynchronous day.
See the complete 2020-21 school year calendar.
FCPS Back2Fairfax Teacher Seminar
The Office of Talent Acquisition & Management (TAM) will host the third annual Back2Fairfax Teacher Seminar virtually on Tuesday, December 15, 2020, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
This event will give current high school juniors, seniors, graduates, and former FCPS Teachers for Tomorrow students an opportunity to meet and hear from teachers and administrators in Fairfax County Public Schools.
Participants will attend breakout sessions that will cover a variety of topics including developing a resume, preparing for an interview, applying for a license, finding the school that is the right fit, and teacher and administrator panels. Attendees will also have an opportunity to visit with exhibitors from Title I, Early Childhood, Pre-Teacher Employment with FCPS, Great Beginnings, Teacher Leadership, Employee Benefits, and various professional groups and organizations.
Please share event information and the registration link below with current FCPS high school juniors, seniors and FCPS graduates of your schools.
Virtual Event Information Tuesday, December 15, 2020 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm Registration here
Blackboard Updates
Friday, December 18 at 5:00pm to Monday, December 21 at 6:00am ParentVue and StudentVue will not be available. Blackboard Learn will not be available due to an upgrade cycle during this time.
Winter Holidays and COVID-19: Recommendations for Family Celebrations, Shopping, and Entertainment
To help families celebrate the holidays safely, the Fairfax County Health Department shared suggestions on how to stay healthy this winter holiday season as you shop, celebrate, and entertain.
Safety Teams Deployed to Monitor COVID-19 Mitigation Strategies at FCPS Schools
Fairfax County Public Schools has implemented new Safety Teams to help the school district monitor each schools’ adherence to five mitigation strategies for COVID-19. These teams, consisting of FCPS staff members and retirees, will conduct random onsite spot checks, deliver education and resources, and report data back to administrators.
The five mitigation strategies are set forth in the Centers for Disease Control’s Indicators for Dynamic School Decision-making guide, and include proper use of masks or face coverings; social distancing; hand hygiene and respiratory etiquette; cleaning and disinfection; and contact tracing in collaboration with the health department.
More information on FCPS Safety Teams is available online.
Important Information About Meals During the School Year
Fairfax County Public Schools is currently offering all students nutritious meals at no cost. Meals are offered at school sites and along bus routes Monday through Friday (excluding holidays) with both breakfast and lunch being served at the same time. Breakfast and lunch meals for Saturdays and Sundays are distributed at all locations every Friday. Grab and Go Meal Sites and Bus Routes
Changes to bus routes are posted on the website by 5 p.m. each day. If there are bus delays while distributing meals, the information will be posted on the FCPS Bus Delay website.
Parent Resource Center Webinars
The FCPS Parent Resource Center offers several free parent and educator webinars to provide the latest information to help your child succeed. Some upcoming webinars include:
Coping Strategies for Anxious Kids
Join Dr. Erin D. Berman, a clinical psychologist at the National Institute of Mental Health in Bethesda, Maryland, for an important session helping children cope with anxiety.
Webinar highlights:
- How to identify an anxious child.
- How to change anxious thinking.
- The science and biological roots of anxiety in children.
- How computer technology is transforming the understanding of anxiety.
- Current treatment options.
Friday, December 11, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Register for Coping Strategies for Anxious Kids.
All Behavior Happens for a Reason: Behavior as Communication
- Overview on the reasons why behaviors may occur.
- Overview about reinforcing positive behavior.
- General tips for encouraging replacement behaviors.
Thursday December 17, 10 to 11:30 a.m. and 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Register for All Behavior Happens for a Reason: Behavior as Communication.
More information about Parent Resource Center webinars is available online.
PTSA Corner
Important Dates
December 16 - MVHS Military Families Connect Town Hall
January 5, 2021 - Behind the Wheel Driver's Ed Webinar
January 12, 2021 - Principal's Virtual Coffee @ noon
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MVHS MILITARY FAMILIES CONNECT VIRTUAL TOWN HALL
You are invited to come hear about available resources and opportunities to get involved at MVHS, and connect with other MVHS military families. The meeting will be moderated by MVHS Military Family and Life Counselor, Ms. Stacia Buckner. Special guests include, MVHS Principal, Ms. Rogers; Region 3 Assistant Superintendent, Dr. King; and MV School Board Rep, Ms. Corbett Sanders.
DATE: December 16 @ 7 PM
MEETING LINK: Join PTSA Meeting
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Class of 2021 Parent Volunteers for ANGP Committee
We are seeking several parents to volunteer to chair the senior All Night Grad Party (ANGP) Committee.
The coordination, planning, and fundraising for this end of year celebration is structured and administered by our parents, while engaging with MVHS administration. If you are interested in volunteering, please email us at: ptsamountvernonhs@gmail.com
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Important Community Resources
United Community (UC) Food Pantry:
https://www.unitedcommunity.org/stepping-stones.html
ICNA RELIEF Food Pantry:
https://www.icnarelief.org/virginia/
Groveton Baptist Church Food Assistance:
https://www.grovetonbaptistchurch.org/
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