Important Upcoming Dates
August 2 - Fall Sports Tryouts
August 19 - Freshman Orientation (9:00-11:30)
August 19 - Sophomore Orientation/Transfer Student (12:30-3:00)
August 19 - Parent Schoology Training - 5:00-6:00pm
August 19 - Freshman/Transfer Parent Night - 6:00pm auditorium
August 23 - First day of school
September 3 - Labor Day
October 1 - Homecoming Game
October 2 - Homecoming Dance
Back to School Medication Drop-off
The Health Room will be open for drop-off of emergency and daily medications only on the following date/times:
Aug 19 (Thur) 7:30am-10:00am and 3:00pm-6:00pm
All medications may be dropped off after the start of school M-F 8am – 3pm. All visitors are required to check in at the Main Office.
All medications are required to have a medication authorization.
Epinephrine Authorization
Inhaler Authorization
Medication Authorization
Health Information Form
Emergency Care Form
As needed, over-the-counter medications may be transported to school (directly to the clinic) after the first day by high school students, however the medication must be in the original unopened container and accompanied by an appropriate Medication Authorization. All prescription medications must be transported to school by a parent or designated adult.
Parking Permits
Registration for parking permit requests is now live and can be accessed on our school website. Please review the information, and complete the electronic registration form linked on our Student Parking webpage. Parking permits will be issued beginning August 16th. Please note, completing the registration request form does not guarantee a parking permit. Please wait to receive a confirmation from Mr. Sekely before officially purchasing your permit.
Bus Survey
Be sure to complete the bus survey sent by the Office of Transportation Services (OTS). It was sent to all eligible bus riders. It is important that parents respond to the survey by August 4, 2021, and submit a separate survey for each of their children enrolled in FCPS.
Schoology Training for Parents
Parents of students in 9-12th grade are invited to attend an in-person training session on Schoology, the new official learning management system of Fairfax County Public Schools. This training will be facilitated on August 19th from 5:00-6:00pm. If you are interested in attending this session, please RSVP.
Freshman Orientation Thursday, August 19 - 9:00am - 11:30am
Our annual freshman orientation will be held on Thursday, August 19th, 2021 from 9:00 am - 11:30 am. Transportation will be provided for all students with stops at Longfellow Middle School and base elementary schools - see schedule below. Students will hear from administrators, their counselors, McLeadership executives and Big Macs. We are looking forward to welcoming our Class of 2025 to the McLean community! Please see the McLean website - Announcements - for a detailed schedule and bus information.
Sophomore & New/Transfer Student Orientation Thursday, August 19 - 12:30pm - 3:00
Our Sophomore and new/transfer student orientation will be held on Thursday, August 19th, from 12:30pm - 3:00pm. All 10th graders and transfer students are encouraged to attend. Transportation will be provided for all students with stops at Longfellow Middle School and base elementary schools - see schedule below. Students will hear from administrators, their counselors, McLeadership executives and Big Macs. We are looking forward to starting a new year in the building for all of our students! This will be a time for students to meet their mentor and become familiar with our school building. Please see the McLean website - Announcements - for a detailed schedule and bus information.
PSAT/NMSQT & SAT School Day Accommodation planning for October 2021
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is pleased to announce plans to offer the Preliminary SAT (PSAT)/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT) to students in grades 10-11 on October 13, 2021. A PSAT/NMSQT Testing Notification letter is posted online.
For seniors there are tentative plans to offer the SAT School Day on the same day, pending confirmation of division funds. A SAT School Day Testing Notification letter is posted online.
Students with disabilities who have testing accommodations documented in a 504 Plan or an individualized education program (IEP) may be eligible for testing accommodations on the PSAT/NMSQT or SAT. The College Board must approve a formal request for each student. If the student already has College Board accommodations approved from a previous PSAT/NMSQT, PSAT 10, SAT, or AP test, then no further action is needed. Once instated, accommodations remain in place for all College Board testing. The Accommodations Process for College Board Testing webpage provides instructions on how to request College Board testing accommodations, including the required input and consent forms (Enclosures 2-3).
To request new or amended College Board accommodations for the October PSAT/NMSQT or SAT School Day, return the input and consent forms to the school by August 10, 2021. When returning forms, deliver to:
504 requests - dwilmotrober@fcps.edu
IEP requests - akaye@fcps.edu and rabouchard@fcps.edu
Additionally, please fill out this form for McLean High School. This will help us process all requests in a timely manner - https://accommodations.collegeboard.org/pdf/ssd-coordinator.pdf
If you have questions about College Board testing accommodations for the PSAT/NMSQT or SAT School Day, contact us at 703.714.5700. We will share more specifics about the October 13 testing opportunity at the beginning of the school year.
Mental Wellness Consultations
The FCPS Office of Intervention and Prevention Services is offering virtual Mental Wellness Consultations from June 28th through August 6th. Parents and students have an opportunity to schedule a 45-minute consultation with a school psychologist or school social worker by phone or videoconference. Consultations are offered in two ways:
- Directly to parents of students in any grade level. This consultation provides an opportunity for parents to receive guidance on how to support their child’s social, emotional, and academic success. Information about community resources will also be provided.
- Directly to students in middle or high school. This consultation provides an opportunity for middle and high school students to receive guidance and support for concerns related to anxiety, mood, behavior, peer or family interactions, or the transition back to school in the fall. Strategies and tools can also be provided to address academic challenges such as organization and time-management.
All parents and secondary students are encouraged to take advantage of this service. There is no cost. Click here to request a consultation. You may also leave a message at 571-423-4276.
Vaccines
Vaccines are available through private physicians, pharmacies and clinics. The Health Department offers school-required immunizations for free at the following locations:
Annandale District Office 7611 Little River Tnpk., #400-E, Annandale, VA
Herndon/Reston District Office 1850 Cameron Glen Dr., #100, Reston, VA
Joseph Willard Health Center 3750 Old Lee Hwy., Fairfax, VA
Mount Vernon District Office 8350 Richmond Hwy., #233 Alexandria, VA
Springfield District Office 8136 Old Keene Mill Rd., 1st Fl., #A-100, Springfield, VA
To set up an appointment, call 703-246-7100 TTY 711.
For more information about required immunizations, click here.
Underclassmen Material Return
Laptop Collection and Material Collection: Reminder that all laptops/materials must be returned. Computers need to be reimaged, cleaned, and reset for 2021-22 school year. If these items are not returned by the end of the year, students will be charged the cost. Also, laptops will not be functional next year if they are not reimaged/reset over the summer. All items may be returned to the main office between 9:00-1:00.
Please let your administrator know if you have any questions.
Thank you in advance for returning your laptops, your chargers, and your materials to McLean High School!
Continuity of Learning
After students have a chance to unplug and recharge over the summer, consider having them visit the McLean High School Continuity of Learning site where they can continue their learning in preparation for the coming school year. Students may access learning materials in a variety of core subjects and courses on the site to prepare for the coming school year or review material.
Here is the link for the page for the Continuity of Learning site on our website: https://mcleanhs.fcps.edu/node/5685
Withdrawing Student
If your student will not be returning to McLean High School for the 2021-22 school year, please complete the Student’s Intention for the Next School Year form. You can email the completed and signed form to the McLean HS registrar, Mary Bartenfeld, at mbartenfeld@fcps.edu
Immunizations
The documentation can be dropped off in person at the McLean main office, mailed to the school or emailed to mbartenfeld@fcps.edu. Please contact Mary Bartenfeld at 703-714-5722 if you have any questions.
There is a new immunization requirement for rising 12th graders for the 2021-2022 school year. Effective July 1, 2021 all students entering twelfth grade will be required to receive one dose of Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) administered at age 16 or older, and prior to the beginning of school. Twelfth grade students cannot begin school in August without proper Meningococcal documentation.
Please provide one of the following documents to McLean High School as soon as possible:
- An updated immunization record showing that the student has received the Meningococcal vaccine at age 16 or older.
- A note on a healthcare provider’s letterhead stating the date the Meningococcal vaccine was given at age 16 or older.
- A healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
- A notarized Religious Exemption Form which is available online at: http://www.doe.virginia.gov/support/health_medical/certificate_religious_exemption.pdf
Immunizations are available from your student's healthcare provider or the Fairfax County Health Department. The Health Department clinic locations and hours are available online at: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/health/immunization/school or by calling 703-246-2411.
Please contact Mary Bartenfeld at 703-714-5722 if you have any questions.
McLean HS Tech Support for Students
If you are experiencing issues with your FCPS issued laptop, please use the link below to enter your information. The tech support team will then get back to you as soon as possible.
We will continue to support students remotely as much as possible. If a computer has been identified as needing hands-on repair, we will schedule an appointment for you to come to the school to exchange it.
Description: This form should be filled out by a student if they are experiencing issues with their FCPSOn laptop.
Please click on the link below to access the Tech Support Request Form.
Parent/Student Support Portal Link:
https://itweb.fcps.edu/itsupport/
Social-Emotional Support Information
Mental Health and Wellness Support Services and Resources
McLean’s Clinical Staff are available to consult with parents and students regarding mental health related concerns and behaviors. They are also able to provide community resources as needed. Please see their contact information below:
Carol Ann Forrest, School Psychologist, CMForrest@fcps.edu
Beverly Parker-Lewis, School Psychologist, baparkerlewi@fcps.edu
Marly Jerome-Featherson, School Social Worker, mjeromefeath@fcps.edu
For more Mental Health and Wellness Information, please check out these Student Wellness Resources, FCPS’s Healthy Minds Blog and the FCPS’s Parent Resource Center.
Emergency Resources
Crisis Link Regional Hotline 703-527-4077
Crisis Text Text NEEDHELP to 85511
Dominion Hospital Emergency 703-536-2000
INOVA Emergency 703-289-7560
Merrifield Center Emergency 703-573-5979 TTY dial 711
Life Threatening 911
FCPS Cares
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My School Bucks
Learn more about this online payment portal for many school fees. Parents can set up an account which they link their student(s) to so there is one account per family. Course fees, lunch funds, some ticket events can be taken care of online. MySchoolBucks eliminates the need for students to carry cash to school and for multiple checks to be written. Learn more and sign up at https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/login/getmain?requestAction=home
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