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Dear Justice Families,
Next Saturday night is prom night, and we will be rolling out the red carpet for our incredible seniors. Our staff is working hard to ensure that this night is a memorable and wonderful event.
As the year is coming to a close, I would like to share the plans for closing out the school year with the textbook and laptop return process. This year, all books, calculators, and laptops will need to be returned to school. All laptops must be reimaged, cleaned, and reset for next school year. If these items are not returned by the end of the year, you will be charged with the costs. Also, laptops will not be functional next year if they are not reimaged/reset over the summer. All underclassmen will have their laptops reissued before school begins in August. Please see below for detailed information.
You may begin dropping off any textbooks and library books now. The sooner you return them the sooner they can be cleared from your account.
Below please find the end-of-year calendar. Email Assistant Principal Michelle Campiglia at mrcampiglia@fcps.edu with any questions.
Have a great weekend!
We are One – We are Justice!
Graduation Rehearsal Friday, May 28th:
Seniors will have a mandatory virtual graduation rehearsal on Friday, May 28th at 9:45am. Each senior has received a BBCU link in their @fcpsschools.net email account. They will find the link in their BBCU link folder. Any student who does not have a link should email Mrs. Buffenbarger at EABuffenbarg@fcps.edu.
Graduation:
June 7th at Fairfax High School (stadium field)
Students arrive by 7:30am
Guests arrive by 8:20 am and in seats by 8:55am
Ceremony begins at 9:00am
Rain Date is June 9th at 9am at Fairfax High School
Graduation UPDATE: We are very happy to announce that as of April 28, each senior may have up to 6 guests attend their graduation. Seniors shall pick up their guest tickets on May 24th between 9am and 12pm at the front of the school. Each person attending, including small children, must have a ticket.
Graduation: Interpreter Request
If you or a family member would like to request an interpreter at graduation, please complete this form so we can plan accordingly. You may also access the form here: https://forms.gle/nKREXrKC1w9sc68XA
Prom:
Saturday, May 22nd at Justice High School
We appreciate our seniors using the required RSVP Google Form to reserve their ticket for prom. Tickets are now closed. Prom will be held here at Justice High School on May 22nd in two sessions: 6:30-8:00pm or 8:30 - 10:00pm. Students may only attend their assigned/reserved session. We will have a live DJ, a beautiful large tent, and some light food as we roll out the red carpet for this incredible Class of 2021!
Graduation Signs and T-Shirts:
- Graduation signs are available for pick-up in the main office. Students may come by Monday through Friday between 8am and 3:30pm to pick up their signs.
- Senior t-shirts are still available for purchase. The shirts are $15.00 and may be purchased on MySchoolBucks.com or in person. *We are down to a limited number!*
Algebra 1 – Monday, May 17th
Tomorrow, May 17th, we will welcome students who need a verified credit in math for the Algebra 1 SOL. If your student is coming for testing, they should be dropped off at Justice HS no later than 8:15 am and testing will be begin at 8:30 am. Students who are receiving bus transportation received an email from Katie Vandawalker this past Wednesday (May 12) with their pickup time and bus stop location. Buses will be dismissed at 11:00 am for any student who has completed testing and another round of buses will dismiss at 2:00 pm for all other students. Any students not requiring a bus will be dismissed upon completion of their test. All students will be offered breakfast and lunch while at school for testing. Students may also bring their own lunch to eat if they choose to do so. All students must bring their charged FCPS laptop and charger. Any student who opted out of receiving an FCPS device will be provided a loaner laptop for testing. Students cannot use a personal device to take their SOL. Please contact Katie Vandawalker (kmvandawalke@fcps.edu) with any questions.
Catch-Up Days
Fourth quarter catch-up days are scheduled for Wednesday, May 19th and Thursday, May 20th. No new work will be assigned. However, all students are expected to login/attend classes at their regular times where teachers will take attendance.
Seniors: All school materials, textbooks, laptops and computer accessories will be collected during Senior Checkout appointments on Tuesday, June 2nd and Wednesday June 3rd. (Appointment emails will be sent Thursday, May 27th)
9th-11th Grade Students: Students in-person on Thursday June 10th will leave their laptop and charger in their 7th period exam classroom. All students may return laptops, textbooks and all other school materials in the Main Gym on Friday, June 11th between 10:30am-4:00pm.
***If students are taking summer credit recover courses, they may keep their laptop over the summer and return it following their summer courses. Additional information will come out over summer regarding that collection***
Tuesday, June 8, is the Democratic Primary Election. Because the Fairfax County Electoral Board and City of Fairfax Electoral Board will be using 165 school facilities as polling locations, June 8 will be a virtual synchronous learning day (no in-person classes) for students.
Get more information about the primary elections.
If you would like Ms. Kresse Rodriguez to send your IB Transcript to your college, please fill out this form by May 15th.
Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScNS6eNYrfub2Z-AIqNKABXQmxP9Jya5ZYHJiTijkR49BAjfA/viewform?usp=pp_url
You can also reach her at jakresserodr@fcps.edu if you have questions.
Summer Credit Recovery is an opportunity for students to recover two high-school course credits. Students may take one course per session. Please contact your student's counselor for more information, or see the Summer School Registration Website
Class of 2022 Virtual College Fair
Potomac & Chesapeake Association for College Admission Counseling Virtual College Fairs on May 23 and 24, with more to come in August of this year. During each fair, students will have the chance to connect with some of the best colleges and universities across the U.S. and abroad. Choose who you'd like to network with by registering for each session. Learn more and register at www.strivescan.com/pcacac! Students and Parents can register under the student registration.
Disclaimer: Scholarships/Enrichment Programs offered by organizations other than Fairfax County Public Schools are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the Fairfax County School Board, the Superintendent, or this school.
Virtual Military Service Academy Night
Congressman Connolly’s office is hosting a Virtual Military Service Academy Night on Wednesday, May 26, 2021 starting at 7:00 PM. Students, parents/guardians, and other interested stakeholders will hear from the Congressman, his office and the process, and also a liaison from each academy.
After the speakers, they will open it up for Q&A, allowing for direct questions to their office or the liaisons on the process, what to expect, and any other assistance they might need. Below is the e-newsletter their office sent out and attached is a flyer, both containing the registration links.
Register in advance for this meeting: https://ushr.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJIsduigqD0qE1zVeV4GZTDfr5n-ThxQCCw
Disclaimer: Scholarships/Enrichment Programs offered by organizations other than Fairfax County Public Schools are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the Fairfax County School Board, the Superintendent, or this school.
Jennifer Discua Hernandez Memorial Scholarship
We are so pleased to announce the addition of a new scholarship, to be awarded for the first time to a member of the Justice HS Class of 2021. Created by Justice High School staff to honor an alumna, this scholarship embodies the strength, kindness and commitment of our community.
Jennifer “Jenny” Discua Hernandez passed away from leukemia in 2020. Inspired by Jenny’s grace and indomitable spirit, Justice High School faculty and staff created a new scholarship in her memory.
Jennifer arrived at Justice High School from Honduras in the spring of 2016 speaking only Spanish. Her desire to learn English and excel academically is something Justice teachers and staff will always remember. Jenny’s tenacious spirit, eternal optimism, and love of life was unparalleled. She was a light to all of those around her and her positive outlook inspired others to not give up on their dreams regardless of their current situation. Her cancer diagnosis never got in the way of pursuing her high school diploma and courses at Northern Virginia Community College. Her goal was to use her difficult experiences in the hospital and her bilingual skills to help others navigate similar situations. This scholarship will support an English Learner who embodies Jennifer’s spirit and who will attend Northern Virginia Community College.
We welcome the chance to help JHS teachers and staff to honor Jenny and encourage another student’s college dreams. To contribute to the scholarship in Jennifer's name: https://www.paypal.com/donate?token=BqGA6olMNp28Sx6o_94_zwjuxDH3M9hrHtTxDnsOp0uTUz4En-5FyWN-b7MhbJsp4La281WChhKuWqsX
Emergency Broadband Benefit Available for Families
The Federal Communications Commission has launched a temporary program to help families and households struggling to afford Internet service during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Emergency Broadband Benefit provides a discount of up to $50 per month toward broadband service for eligible households. Eligible families can also receive a one-time discount of up to $100 to purchase a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet from participating providers. This is not an FCPS-funded program. It is a way for families to potentially access a more reliable hard-wired internet connection at a higher bandwidth than the “basic” packages provide.
Eligible households can enroll through a participating broadband provider or directly with the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) using an online or mail in application.
Learn about the benefit, including eligibility and enrollment information, by visiting www.fcc.gov/broadbandbenefit, or by calling 833-511-0311.
Multilingual Parent Podcasts: Edu-Futuro—Empowering Students, Involving Parents, and Transforming Communities
Listen to this informative and inspiring discussion about how Edu-Futuro, a leading organization that advocates for families, prides itself in the whole family approach. They empower students, engage parents, and transform communities. Victoria Mejía, youth programs coordinator and Maria Mateus, parent support specialist, talk about the valuable programs that Edu-Futuro offers families. They particularly talk about families’ goals of attaining a post-secondary education and career, and how Edu Futuro offers mentors and scholarships.
Listen and Subscribe:
There will be a COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic at Dar Al-Hijrah next Tuesday, May 18th from 12-4.
You can register for an appointment using this link: https://redsea.trackmyvaccine.com/login
Walk-ins are also welcome.
Dar Al-Hijrah is located at:
3159 Row Street
Falls Church, VA 22044
We are also on the 28A WMATA bus line
Show your Justice spirit by joining us for a fundraiser to support the Girls Lacrosse team! Wednesday, May 19th from 5:00 - 9:00 PM at the Seven Corners location! Be sure to say you are there supporting Justice HS Girls Lacrosse at checkout. And don’t forget to tag us on IG/Twitter @JusticeGLax to be featured on our page. In a rush? Order online and pick up! Use the code MMWNF6L in the promo field and it will count towards our fundraiser!
May 17 - Algebra I SOL
May 19 and 20 - School-Wide Catch Up Days
May 24 - Geometry and Algebra II SOLs
May 31 - Holiday (Memorial Day)
June 7 - Graduation
June 8 - Virtual Synchronous Day
June 11 - Last Day of School
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