This Week at Langley


LANGLEY CALENDAR

All events listed below are available on the “Langley Calendar”.  You can click on the event for additional information.


Monday, April 19

-PSAT 10

-Saxon Parents Walk & Talk, Langley Track, 1:30 p.m.

Thursday, April 22

-Substance Abuse Prevention Series Part 3, 12:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m.

Monday, April 26

-English Reading SOL

-Junior Parent Forum, 9:30 a.m.

-Saxon Parents Walk & Talk, Langley Track, 1:30 p.m.


Upcoming Events 

Saturday, May 1

-Senior Prom

Monday, May 3

-AP Testing Begins

-Saxon Parents Walk & Talk, Langley Track, 1:30 p.m.

Wednesday, May 5

-PTSA General Membership/Principal’s Coffee, 9:30 a.m.

Friday, May 7

-Senior Class Parent Forum, 12:00 p.m.

Monday, May 10

-Biology, Geosystems, Chemistry SOL’s

-Saxon Parents Walk & Talk, Langley Track, 1:30 p.m.

Monday, May 17

-Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry SOL’s

-Saxon Parents Walk & Talk, Langley Track, 1:30 p.m.

Monday, May 31

-Memorial Day Holiday

Wednesday, June 2

-Class of 2021 Graduation

 


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Did You Know…The DEA holds 2 annual drug take back days, the next one is April 24 from 10:00-2:00. Langley’s Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist, Kelly Rankin will be at the Mclean District Police Station front parking lot between 10:00-Noon.  Feel free to stop by and meet Kelly or take the opportunity to ask questions about prevention.


Substance Abuse Prevention

Drug Trends: Identifying Common Household Items and Drug Culture -- Apr 22

Click here to join a 12 pm or 7 pm session on the following dates:

The series is designed to help build awareness and arm parents with knowledge and tools to identify early signs of substance use, as well as discuss parents’ role in prevention and how to have effective conversations with teens about addiction. Ms. Rankin is a great resource for our students and parents. Questions? Contact her at Krankin@fcps.edu or 703-287-2744.

 


Class of 2021 - Service Hours 

According to FCPS, service hours should be uploaded into x2Vol by May 1, 2021.  Information on how to upload hours and applications for Seals can be found on the LHS website at Seniors, Class of 2021 Service Learning Information.

Please remember: Service learning is NOT mandatory in Fairfax County Public Schools so this process is not intended to add any last minute stress to our senior students.  But if students have the verified and approved hours, and want to apply for a Service Cord, Civic Seal, or STEM Seal, please see the LHS website for information.  Questions?  Please contact Betsy Shomaker at enshomaker@fcps.edu


Class of 2021--Graduation Announcements

The official Langley High School 2021 graduation announcements are now available at Balfour!  These announcements are completely optional.  If you are interested, please click on or copy and paste the link below into your browser if you choose to order the announcements.  www.balfour.com

Here is step by step instructions on how to order:

Step 1- Go to balfour.com

Step 2- Type in Langley 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.


Grading Policy Changes for HIGH SCHOOL

Prior to Spring Break, Dr. Brabrand also released updated end-of-year grading policies. That letter can be found in its entirety here

Key options for high school students are:

  • Use of No Mark (NM) instead of F grades for all courses. In these cases,students would not have an F factored into their GPA. A “NM” would appear on the transcript in lieu of an F.  However, they would still be required to retake the course if it was a graduation requirement. The course could be taken over the summer, if offered, or the following school year. In addition, students would not be permitted to move on to the next level of a course if the “NM” is not rectified. 
  • Final Exam flexibility that ensures an exam can only serve to improve a student’sgrade for the year. Collaborative teams will discuss if a final exam opportunity will  be made available to students.  If a final exam is offered, it can only serve to improve a student’s grade, not hinder it. 
  • Allowing students/families to choose a mark of “P” (pass) instead of passing letter grades (C’s or D’s for example) as their final mark for up to two courses. Families who wish to pursue this option must turn in thisform to the Student Services Department by May 10, 2021. Any families who want to learn more about the impact of a “P” for college acceptance, NCAA clearinghouse, or other matters can visit the Secondary Grading and Reporting website FAQ portion found here.

If you are interested in one or more of the options above, please reach out to your student’s counselor to further discuss.  


Sophomores

Sophomore Treat Day is Monday, April 19th. Treats will be handed out to Sophomores from 12:00-2:00 after they have completed their PSAT. Those Sophomores that are not taking the PSAT can come to the school to pick up their treat in the bus loop during that time.

Sophomore Class Parent Forum scheduled for Tuesday, April 20th has been cancelled


FCPS Standard Calendar for School Year 2021 - 2022

2021-2022 Standard School Year Calendar (as of March 19, 2021)