May 19, 2021
Your Source for News about the Highlander Community
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Looking for Volunteer Leaders!
The McLean HS PTSA is an all-volunteer organization. Whether you have the time and energy to chair a committee or if you prefer to volunteer an hour at an occasional event, the PTSA needs you!
The PTSA cannot transition to the next school year without filling these roles:
President
Serve our Highlander community by creating a vision and leading the execution of the priorities to enrich students and empower the families.
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.
Secretary
Responsible for maintaining records for the Executive Committee and General Membership Meetings.
Please contact Deena Gordon Parla at nominate@mcleanptsa.org or Savitha Sagar at president@mcleanptsa.org for more information about joining our all-volunteer team.
Thank you for supporting the PTSA next year!
Important Upcoming Dates
May 20 - Restaurant Night at Pie-tanza
May 21 - Senior Car Parade - 3:30-5:00pm - Door 9
May 27 - Parent Social - 6.30pm - MHS Senior Courtyard
May 26 and 27 - MHS Dance Team Tryouts
May 31 - Memorial Day - School Closed
June 1 - Asynchronous Day for all MHS Students
June 1 - Graduation - 7:00pm - Jiffy Lube Live - Tickets Required
June 2 - Class of 2021 Graduation Celebration Carnival - Tickets Required
June 8 - Asynchronous Day for all FCPS Students
June 10 - Last PTSA General Membership Meeting - 7:00pm - MHS Library Courtyard
June 11 - Last Day of School
Restaurant Night Tomorrow!
Show Highlander Spirit and Support Your Community While Dining In or Carrying Out
Thursday, May 20th, 11:30am - 9:00pm
Pie-tanza
Lee Harrison Shopping Center
2503 North Harrison Street
Arlington, VA 22207
15% of sales will be donated to McLean HS PTSA. Show the flyer or tell the cashier you are supporting McLean High School.
Thank you for your generous support!
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Join our Parent Social!
Thursday, May 27th, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Mix & Mingle @ MHS Senior Courtyard
We are excited to invite new parents, parents of rising Freshmen, and all McLean High Families to meet Dr. Reilly and see recent updates to the school campus, including:
- new "Rock" entrance lobby seating area for students
- Rejuvenated courtyard dedicated to the Class of 2021
Contact: programscommittee@mcleanptsa.org
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Senior Car Parade
Friday, May 21st from 3:30pm -5:00pm
Car Parade was a great success last year and is back by popular demand! Seniors will drive by the rock entrance, door 9, to pickup cap and gown.
Calling Senior parents and McLean High families to cheer the Class of 2021! Masks will be required.
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Tickets are Now on Sale for the MHS Class of 2021 Graduation Celebration
Tuesday, June 2nd from 6:00pm -10:00pm
(Rain date: June 3rd)
The event will be held outside on the MHS practice field which is next to the baseball fields. Masks will be required.
There will be cool games, prizes, food, and a much-needed chance for seniors to socialize with their classmates.
Tickets will not be available at the gate, so please buy now to help provide a headcount for the planning committee. This is a fun event that your senior won’t want to miss. Take a look at the event flyer.
Tickets cost $20 and are limited to senior students. Don’t delay as tickets are limited. Click here to purchase a ticket for your senior today!
2021 Graduation Celebration SignUpGenius is Now Open!
We can't have a Senior Graduation Celebration without your help! We also need parents of non-seniors (Junior Parents especially) to "pay it forward."
Please sign up to volunteer on June 2nd, with shifts between 4:00pm -11:00 pm (rain date June 3rd) at McLean High School Practice Field (located next to the baseball fields by classroom trailers #15-18).
Contact GraduationParty@mcleanptsa.org for more information.
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Looking for a Special Gift for Your 2021 Graduate?
The MHS Athletic Boosters has just the thing for you!
Buy a brick today and we will place it at our Stadium Field entrance by the Baseball Stands or the Softball Walkway.
You can personalize it any way you like. It is not just for graduates you can get one for any student, teacher, coach, or alumni for a tax-deductible gift of $100. To make an even bigger impression, give $175 and get a 2nd brick (a replica to display on shelf or desk) sent directly to the person you are honoring.
Any questions about the Brick Fundraiser, please contact Natalie Legg at natlegg@me.com.
Get the gift that will be at McLean High School forever here.
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McLean HS Dance Team Tryouts
This coming May 26th and 27th between 3:30pm -6:30pm.
All dancers interested for next year's team should come to MHS cafeteria dressed in shorts or leggings and a tank top with sneakers and jazz shoes.
Wear your mask and bring a water bottle.
Any questions? Please email: McLeanDanceTeamBoosters@gmail.com
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Check Out the SAPS Newsletter!
The Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist (SAPS) program has created our first official quarterly SAPS Newsletter.
Access the first newsletter here.
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Annual Foundation for Fairfax County Public Schools' Fundraising
Collect for Kids is an annual fundraising effort that helps provide kits of supplies for students in need.
A donation of just $50 provides 5 students in need with the basic supplies necessary for academic success. Please help us ensure all of our students have the tools they need to be creative, and successful, in school.
Visit this site to donate.
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Looking Ahead to Next Academic Year
2021-2022 School Year Calendar
The Fairfax County School Board approved the 2021-22 school year calendar. It includes 15 religious and cultural observance dates that are recognized by FCPS.
Parents and community members can subscribe to have the dates sync with their Google, Outlook, or other online calendar applications. To do so, go to the Subscribe to Calendars web page and select Religious and Cultural Observances.
Five Day In-Person Instruction for All Students
Fairfax County Public Schools are planning now for a successful transition in the fall to welcome all students back to school buildings for five days a week of instruction for the 2021-22 school year.
For more information about the Fall 2021 Planning visit this site.
Important Immunization Requirement for Your Student Entering Twelfth Grade This Fall
Your 12th Grade Student will need the following immunization:
- One dose of Meningococcal Vaccine (MenACWY, Menactra, or Menveo) given at age 16 or older.
Effective July 1, 2021, these immunizations are required for all students entering twelfth grade, including those who choose all-virtual instruction. Parents or guardians should ask their private healthcare provider, or the health department, to review their student's immunization record to ensure that their student has received these required immunizations.
Twelfth-grade students cannot begin school in August without documentation of the Meningococcal vaccine.
Documentation must be provided to the student information assistant (SIA) or registrar at the school your student is currently attending or will be attending in the fall as soon as possible.
For more information and to review a list of acceptable documentation, visit this link.
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Want to Support PTSA?
Your contribution translates directly into academic enhancements, virtual programs, improved technology, and courtyard and facilities renovations. Click here to donate.
Remember to enroll in rewards programs.
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Helpful Links
fairtest.org - Resource to find out which colleges will be test optional next year.
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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