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Important Dates
March 8 - Staff Development Day, Student Holiday
March 9 - Return for 10th and 11th Graders (A-K)
March 11 - Return for 10th and 11th Graders (L-Z)
March 16-17 - 3rd Quarter Catch-Up Days
March 22 - Senior Spring Fling, 1:00pm
March 26 - End of 3rd Quarter; 2 Hr. Early Release
March 29- April 2 - No School, Spring Break
April 5 - Teacher Workday, Student Holiday
April 19 - PSAT Opportunity, 10th Grade Only
 General Information
FCPSOn Laptop Support
Do you need help with your student FCPS laptop? Families are strongly encouraged to make an appointment rather than just stopping in. This will ensure that our technology team will be available without a long wait. With students in the building and a full testing schedule, this will help ensure an efficient process for all. Please fill out a ticket indicating what your issue is and a member of our tech team will contact you to either provide remote support or schedule an appointment. Thank you!
Boys and Girls State Applications
Are you interested in government? Are you looking for leadership opportunities? Consider applying for a slot to participate in the American Legion Auxiliary Virginia Boys/Girls State!
Boys/Girls State is an opportunity to practice and develop leadership skills; to study local and state government; and to live, work, and associate with other young leaders from across the state. Candidates must be of the rising senior class (current juniors) and have an interest in municipal and state government. To get more information and/or an application, please email Ms. Osborne at llosborne1@fcps.edu. You can also visit their website at https://www.vagirlsstate.org/ or https://www.vaboysstate.org/ if you would like to learn more. As of now, Girls State will be virtual and Boys State will be in-person at Radford University. Both programs run from 6/20 – 6/26.
Girls/Boys State applications are due to Ms. Osborne on March 11th.
Testing Updates
AP Exam Update
We are in the finishing stages of our AP Exam testing calendar and logistics for this school year. By next week you can expect more detailed information on how tests will be offered and when. Thank you for your patience as we work through our testing calendar.
PSAT 10
Current Oakton sophomores can register to take the PSAT 10 here at OHS on April 19, 2021. Students must use their FCPSschools.net account to register for participation through the PSAT 10 Intent to Participate Form by March 19. More information about PSAT testing can be found here.
Applications to join the College Partnership Program are now OPEN!
The goal of the College Partnership Program (CPP) is to increase the number of students, particularly first-generation and traditionally underrepresented students, that enroll and succeed in college. All students are welcome to apply. Students and parents can read more about CPP here.
Students will need to log in to their G Suite account to complete the online application. The application deadline is March 19, 2021.
Please contact the CPP Advisors, Tamarah Stanley (trstanley@fcps.edu) and Edmon McClam (emcclam@fcps.edu), if you have any questions.
Partners for Safe Teen Driving
All students enrolled in Classroom Driver Education during the 2020-2021 school year must attend a virtual parent-teen traffic safety presentation (PSTD). The virtual presentation is connected to successful classroom instruction and must be completed to receive a DEC-District 8 card (pink card). The parent-teen traffic safety presentation (PSTD) will be offered one more time this year at Oakton. Students and their parents/guardians who missed the meetings held during the first and second quarter should plan to attend our makeup session.
All PSTDs begin promptly. Late admission will not be allowed.
Make-up Date: MARCH 18th 6PM
Students, Please complete this Google Form to register for the makeup session. Students who register will receive the meeting link in their FCPS email account (1 week prior to the meeting).
The makeup session is intended for Sophomores or Juniors who still need PSTD for licensure.
Seniors who wish to attend must register online through the Adult and Community Education (ACE) or call 703-658-1201 and pay a $30 fee - or contact Ms. Walsh if you need more details.
PSTD nights are not available to freshmen.
Class of 2021 Information
Graduation Announcements
It's time to order the official Oakton High School 2021 graduation announcements!
Please click on or copy and paste the link below into your browser to order the announcements.http://www.balfour.com
Here is step by step instructions on how to order:
Step 1- Go to balfour.com
Step 2- Type in Oakton High School under "Shop my School"
Step 3- Select "Announcements"
Step 4- Complete your information
Step 5- Checkout
You can also order other "Grad Essentials" such as Class Rings, Diploma Frames, Souvenir Tassels, 2021 Apparel, etc. on the website. Orders will be shipped home.
If you have any questions please contact Balfour at 703-941-1436 or balfournova@yahoo.com.
Senior Spring Fest - March 22, 1:00pm
We are excited to have our seniors come celebrate the start of spring with us on March 22. We will be in the parking lot near the softball field. Students can come enjoy each others company and play some safe carnival style games. Save the date, looking forward to seeing you then!
Graduation & Prom Plans
Currently we are working with division leadership on both our graduation and prom plans for this school year. Of course, these will be created in consultation with the Fairfax County Health Department. Once we have a more solid idea of both of these events, we will share.
Renovation Update
During the next phase of renovation we are looking forward to the continued renovation of interior classrooms. We are also going to see the new entry off the gym lobby start to go up along with a small addition near old Door 5 that will have a total of six new classrooms. The performing arts wing is in its finishing stages and we hope to be able to move in there before the end of the school year. Over the summer the primary focus will be renovating our Main Gym and PE locker rooms.
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.
Student Services Update
Junior College Planning - Parent Night
Junior Parents and Guardians please join us on Thursday, March 18th from 6:30-8:00pm for Junior College Planning Parent Night. Counselors will be providing you with information on the college planning and search process. Please RSVP to the event here and we will send you a link to the program on March 17th. Due to limited space, we ask only one sign up per household. We look forward to seeing you!
Counselors will also be offering opportunities for individual college planning meetings with each junior to discuss their own post-secondary plans and answer questions. Counselors will be offering individual junior meetings with students throughout the month of April.
Monthly Newsletter
Happy March Cougars! To read the latest news in Student Services including information on course registration, summer learning opportunities and junior parent night, please check out February’s newsletter. Also, check out this month’s Mental Health Moment that focuses on adapting to change. As students make the transition back to school, review a few strategies to help make the change go more smoothly.
Student Yoga Sessions
Shake Off the winter blahs and energize and balance yourself with our upcoming yoga sessions. Come join us for a window of relaxation and energy boosting yoga routines with a few of counselors! Click here to sign up.
Upcoming Yoga Dates
Monday, March 15 (12:00-12:45pm)
Monday, March 22 (12:00-12:45pm)
Monday, April 12 (12:00-12:45pm)
Monday, April 26 (12:00-12:45pm)
PTSA News and Information
Updates from the Oakton HS PTSA
March PTSA Meeting - March 10th, 7pm Our next online PTSA meeting is Wednesday, March 10th at 7pm.
OHS PTSA Senior Scholarships
- We are pleased to announce the motion has passed for funds to be moved into a scholarship fund for seniors. Breakdown - 74 total votes (73 yes, 1 no) and 24 paid PTSA members voted.
- We will award three $1000 scholarships. Instructions for the application and can be found on our PTSA website. Deadline is March 28.
Senior Yard Signs, Socks and Banners Thank you to everyone who purchased items. The orders have been sent to the vendors and we hope there will be a quick turnaround. We will let you know when the items arrive for pick up details.
Spring Mock Tests and Bootcamps If you want to sign up, please do so the Wednesday prior to the date of the event - SAT mock tests, ACT mock tests, PSAT mock tests and SAT bootcamps. Any grade is welcome to do these tests and bootcamps.
The Pantry
We continue to provide weekly groceries for OHS students and families in need. The pick-up day has changed to Wednesdays between noon and 2pm at the front entrance. You can click here to request groceries. This is also the link to request groceries for Spring Break.
We will be distributing groceries for Spring Break on Monday, March 22nd, from 1-6pm at Oakton Church of the Brethren. Please sign up before March 18th at the link above if you are in need.
We continue to welcome the community’s donations of grocery items, either through the Amazon Wish List or by dropping them in the front entryway of OHS. Your support is appreciated and donation drives through clubs and local organizations are always welcome. Contact oaktonpantryclub@gmail.com if you are able to organize a donation drive.
Parent Resources
Parent Resource Center
Be sure to check out the FCPS Parent Resource Center here for resources available to all families!
This site includes registration and information about monthly parent webinars.
2020-2021 Webinars
Registration opens one month before each webinar. Sign up for our New You Choose newsletter to get an email when registration opens.
Encouraging Positive Behaviors at Home Series: Effectively Communicating with Your Child
Thursday March 18, 2021, 10 - 11:30 a.m. and 6:30 - 8 p.m.
Register for Effectively Communicating with Your Child
Special Education: Understanding the Process and Collaborating with Your School Webinar
Join us for this important webinar to learn:
- What is Special Education?
- How do children qualify for services?
- What is Least Restrictive Environment?
- What is the difference between accommodations and modifications?
- What is an IEP?
- What are the roles and responsibilities of IEP team members?
- How can I work with the school team to develop an IEP?
- How do I advocate for my child at school and in the IEP process?
Friday March 19, 2021, 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Register for Special Education: Understanding the Process and Collaborating with Your School Webinar
Challenges of parenting in the U.S and During the Pandemic: A Webinar for Arabic Speaking Families (presented in Arabic) كيف تحتفظ بالتقاليد و المثل العربيه في المجتمع الامريكي
This webinar is for Arabic-speaking families who want strategies to address their children's challenging behaviors. Bridge the cultural gap to make your home run a bit more smoothly.
Participants will learn about:
- Parenting Styles
- Managing problematic behavior
- Providing structure and support during the pandemic
- Returning to normalcy
Presented by staff from Northern Virginia Family Services Multicultural Center: Hanan Elbakry, Bilingual Psychotherapist and Tuleen Hajoun, Bilingual Clinical Intern.
Wednesday March 24, 2021, 10 - 11:30 a.m. and 6:30 - 8 p.m.
Register for Challenges of parenting in the U.S and during the pandemic: A Webinar for Arabic Speaking Families (presented in Arabic)
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.
Did you know that Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) has Parent Information Phone Lines to support parents in our eight most common languages staffed by bi-lingual employees?
Parents, who would feel more comfortable communicating in their first language, can call the Parent Information Phone Lines Monday-Friday and access a live bi-lingual (sometimes multilingual) employees.
Our phone line staff is also available to FCPS staff who want to connect with parents in the parent’s first language.
Phone Line Staff can help with the following:
- Basic needs resources (food, utilities, shelter)
- Translating and interpreting of FCPS information and communications
- Contact with school personnel
 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.
Translate our Website
Our Oakton HS website can be translated into multiple languages! To do this you will see a globe, flags and the word "language" in the top left corner of our website. Click there and you will be able to select your preferred language.
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