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Woodson Weekly -
September 17th |
Woodson Weekly is published every Friday to provide the community with important information about school life at Woodson High School.
Vision Statement
We are a school community where all students have purpose and value!
 9th graders investigating water properties in Biology class.
Important Upcoming Dates
Friday, September 17th; after 5:00 p.m. - Virtual Asynchronous Back to School Night, see story #2 below
Monday, October 11th - School Planning Day; No school for students
Monday, October 11th - PowerPuff Games and Homecoming Bonfire
Tuesday, October 12th-15th - Spirit Week
Friday, October 15th during 3rd Period - Pep Rally
Friday, October 15th from 4:30-5:15pm - Homecoming Parade
Friday, October 15th from 5-6:45pm - Pre-game Pig-out
Friday, October 15th at 7pm - Homecoming Football Game
Saturday, October 16th from 8-11:30pm - Homecoming Dance
Friday, October 29th - End of 1st Quarter; 2-Hour Early Release; dismissal at 12:55pm
Bell Schedule
Printable Odd/Even (A/B) 2021-2022 School Year Calendar
FCPS Standard School Year Calendar
In this Issue
NEW News
1. Message from Dr. Floyd
2. Virtual Back to School Night - Friday, September 17th
3. Laptop Tech Support Hours
4. World Languages Credit Exam
5. College Financial Aid Night
6. Here Comes The Bus
7. Homecoming Activities
8. Does your student need a dress or suit for Homecoming?
9. In Memory of...
10. College & Career Center News
PAST News, but still important
11. How do I check out my student from school?
12. Social Emotional Screener Opt-Out Information
13. To Our Military Families
14. Forgotten Items & Lost and Found
15. PSAT/NMSQT for Grades 10 & 11
16. Woodson's PTSO
NEW News
1. Message from Dr. Floyd
Good afternoon Woodson!
I’m excited for Friday for several reasons! Not only are we a few hours from the weekend, but we get to end the week by welcoming our community for both volleyball and football games. Our Pyramid feeder schools will be here for Feeder Night to run the field and many will be singing the national anthem as well. While masks are recommended outside, I have asked students to please mask up to stop the spread, especially with our elementary siblings and friends in attendance. We are looking forward to a festive evening!
In addition to Feeder Night, we will also be launching our virtual Back to School Night today at 5pm. Videos will be available from our main website http://woodsonhs.fcps.edu as well as on the class Schoology page. These videos are an opportunity to learn about the curriculum that your child will be learning this school year. Feel free to send questions to the teacher should you have any and if you feel you need a parent teacher conference please set this up through the school counselor.
The weekend is here, enjoy it!
Dr. Floyd
2. Virtual Back to School Night
Woodson's virtual, asynchronous Back to School Night (BTSN) will begin after 5pm on Friday, September 17th. To visit the site, visit https://woodsonhs.fcps.edu/2021-22-back-to-school-night
On Friday after 5pm, parents will be able to view teacher videos and contact teachers with questions. The purpose of the videos is to share an overview of the curriculum as you would receive during a traditional BTSN.
As a reminder, if you need to schedule a teacher/parent conference please contact the school counselor.
 The anchors of The Morning Show on the first LIVE broadcast. You can catch The Morning Shows on the WTW Broadcast Studio YouTube Channel.
3. Laptop Tech Support Hours
If students need FCPS laptop technical support at Woodson HS, please submit a ticket using the FCPS Parent/Student Tech Support Portal.
Our walk-in hours in Room A114 are:
- Odd Days during Learning Seminar
- Monday - 7:45am - 8:10am
- Tuesday and Wednesday - 11:25am - 1:20pm (lunches)
- Wednesday - 2:55pm - 4:00pm (when late buses start)
Any other time you should try to make an appointment.
Thank you, W.T Woodson HS Tech Support Team
4. World Languages Credit Exam
The 2021 World Languages Credit Exam will be administered on November 16, 17 and 18, 2021. Thirty languages will be included: American Sign Language, Amharic, Arabic, Bengali, Chinese (Mandarin), Farsi, French, German, Greek*, Hebrew*, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Nepali, Pashto, Portuguese*, Punjabi, Russian, Sanskrit, Somali, Spanish, Tagalog, Tamil, Telugu, Tigrinya, Turkish*, Twi, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
*Greek, Hebrew, Portuguese and Turkish will be offered by the Writing Proficiency Test by Language Testing International. School counselors should register students for these exams by the same process as other languages.
Registration is now open and will close on Wednesday, October 13th at 4:00 p.m. Late registrations will not be accepted.
School counselors will register students at their individual schools.
Credit exam information can be accessed at: https://www.fcps.edu/academics/high-school-academics-9-12/world-languages/credit-exam-world-languages
5. College Financial Aid Night
Financial Aid Night is on Wednesday, September 22nd, at 7 pm in the Woodson Auditorium for seniors and their parents. Chad Spencer, Director of Financial Aid at Davidson College will present information on learning how to pay for college.
The FAFSA application opens on October 1st and we recommend that seniors submit their FAFSA in October.
6. Here Comes the Bus
Want to know when your bus is approaching your stop? Here Comes the Bus® app is a school bus tracking app that can simplify morning and afternoon routines for parents and students by giving them real-time bus location and text or email notification alerts, helping them get to the bus stop on time.
Here Comes the Bus® utilizes our GPS data and an easy-to-use customizable map that works on one or multiple devices, such as a tablet or smartphone.
You will need the FCPS school district code 28982 and a SIS ParentVUE account to access your bus information.
For more information, visit the FCPS Here Comes the Bus site.
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7. Homecoming Activities
PowerPuff Games and Homecoming Bonfire - Monday, October 11th – Behind the stadium.
Spirit Week – October 11th – 15th - Each school day will be designated with a specific outfit. Students are voting on those days now.
Homecoming Pep Rally – Friday, October 15th at the Football Stadium during 3rd period.
Homecoming Parade – Friday, October 15th, 4:30 – 5:15pm
Pre-game Pig-out – Friday, October 15th, 5:00 – 6:45pm outside Door #7 by the Outdoor basketball courts. This is a community event for students and parents. Join us for fun, games, face painting, Moon bounce, food trucks, and more before the Hoco game.
Homecoming Dance – Saturday, October 16th, 8:00 – 11:30pm
Dance tickets are on sale starting October 4th and will be sold between the Cafeterias during all lunches and on MySchoolBucks. No tickets are sold at the door. The dance is semi-formal and tickets cost $20. Dance floors will be set up both outside under a tent and inside in the main gym. Woodson students only.
8. Does your student need a dress or suit for Homecoming?
Do you know someone that might need one? Parent Liaison Sussy Tomer has shoes, necklaces, ear rings, clutches!
Students may go to Mrs. Sussy Tomer’s office, A139 on Mondays-Fridays from 8am-2pm to see what is available. setomer@fcps.edu or 703-503-4792.
9. In Memory of...
Earlier this month the Woodson community learned of the tragic loss of Navy pilot and 2011 Woodson alumni, Paul Fridley. His family shared that, “While an excellent student academically, Paul found his joy in high school while playing lacrosse and football. He loved being part of a team and the experience of coming together as a group with a common purpose. After graduation, Paul attended the University of Virginia, where he studied mechanical engineering and continued his love of sports playing club lacrosse. His time as midshipman in the Naval ROTC Unit at UVA was pivotal for Paul. He was a highly respected leader and mentor within the unit. It is there that he met his wife, Sarah and began his next chapter.
Paul served in the Navy as a helicopter pilot and was proud to be a part of the HSC community with HSC 8 in San Diego.”
Paul’s life ended all too soon in a Navy helicopter crash last month. An article is found here and our athletic community will honor Paul at the game tonight. Our heartfelt, sincerest condolences are with the Fridley family at this time.
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10. College & Career Center News
The Woodson College & Career Center is located in E 109. My office hours are 7:30 am until 3:30 pm. Students can stop by before or after school, or during LS and lunch if they have any questions, or just to say hello😊 Please join my Course in Schoology. My Access Code is: 3M8B-S8X4-N2H55. My weekly newsletters and scholarship & enrichment opportunities are posted in Schoology and on my padlets. Both go out on Mondays. College Rep Visits for Juniors and Seniors here at Woodson will continue next week with Georgetown University, Georgia Tech, Mary Washington University, NOVA & more visiting. Please see instructions on how to view the schedule and how to register here. We are still adding new visits every day!
Upcoming Events:
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Financial Aid Night on Wednesday, September 22nd, at 7 pm in the Woodson Auditorium for seniors and their parents - presented by Chad Spencer, Director of Financial Aid at Davidson College. The FAFSA application opens on October 1st and we recommend that seniors submit their FAFSA in October.
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Region 5 Virtual Financial Aid Night on Wednesday, September 29th, at 6:30 pm for seniors and their parents presented by College Access Fairfax. No need to register, just click on this Zoom link. Additional Financial Aid Night Dates can be accessed in Schoology here. Check out the Financial Aid Night Presentation that College Access Fairfax put together here!
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FCPS ACE Presentation on Monday, October 4th, 10:15 – 11:15 am for Juniors and Seniors in the Career Center. Come and learn about Apprenticeships, Trade Schools, Workplace trainings and Certifications. Many of the FCPS ACE Programs are sponsored by employers and can be completed while you work. FCPS ACE offers scholarships and tuition payment plans. Seniors, if you do not yet know what to do after high school, this presentation is for you! You can register for this visit in Naviance. Please see instructions here.
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Region 5 Virtual Scholarship 101 on Wednesday, October 6th, at 6:30 pm for seniors and their parents presented by College Access Fairfax. Please stay tuned for the Zoom link.
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¡ALCANZA! College Fair for LatinX students at George Mason University, In-Person Event | Friday, October 22nd, 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. ET. Seniors, please contact your Counselor to register.
Questions? Please email me at cliebmosley@fcps.edu.
Christine Lieb-Mosley
PAST News - but still important
11. How do I check out my student from school?
Please let the Attendance Office know if you need your student to leave school early. You can notify Attendance 3 different ways:
- Submit the online attendance form and have your student pick up their pink checkout pass from the Attendance Office (E107) between classes or during lunch.
- Student brings a note to the Attendance Office before 9:45am. The student will be issued a pink pass to leave class at the appointed time. The note must include the following - student name, date and time of when student is leaving, and reason for early check-out, student ID, parent signature and contact number.
- Call the attendance line, 703-503-4800 and select Option 3. After leaving a message, please have your student pick up their pink checkout pass from the Attendance Office (E107) between classes or during lunch.
At the time of dismissal, your son/daughter will bring the pink check-out pass back to the Attendance Office for verification before meeting you outside.
If returning to school that same day, students must check in at the Attendance office before going back to class, even if it is between classes.
Due to staff responsibilities at the end of the day, we are not able to honor unannounced early dismissals within 15 minutes of school dismissal.
For full details on Attendance Procedures, please visit the Attendance page on the Woodson website.
12. Social Emotional Learning Screener Opt-Out Information
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) commits to supporting all students’ mental wellness and social and emotional learning (SEL). The School Board has approved a screener to review students’ skills and experiences in these areas. FCPS staff will use the screener to identify strengths and needs for students in grades K-12. The screener provides information regarding students’ experiences and how staff can support their needs.
SEL skills include self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making. The screener will review these skills, as well as students’ relationships, feelings of belonging, feelings about their school environment, and mood. These factors are critical to positive academic, social, and emotional success.
If you do not want your student to take part in the SEL screener, please return the opt-out form found on the FCPS site to the school no later than Friday, October 1st.
13. To our Military Families
Do you have a family member who is deploying?
Student Services wants to provide support to your student before, during, and after the deployment. If you feel comfortable, please let your student’s counselor know about any current or upcoming deployments. Thank you!
14. Forgotten Items & Lost and Found
Q - My son/daughter forgot their lunch/homework assignment/laptop. Where can I drop off items?
A– Forgotten items may be dropped off at the main office on a designated bookshelf. Please make sure your child's name is written on the item.
Q - My son/daughter lost their wallet (or any item). Where should I go to see if it has been turned in?
A – You may come to the main office and a Safety and Security assistant will escort you to the Lost and Found room to search for your item.
15. PSAT/NMSQT for Grades 10 & 11
FCPS will continue the practice of offering the PSAT/NMSQT to all students in grades 10 and 11 at no cost.
This year, the test will be administered on Wednesday, October 13th.
All enrolled students in grades 10 and 11 will take the PSAT/NMSQT unless a student’s family specifically communicates a desire to opt-out of this opportunity. Students are not required to submit an intent form to register for the PSAT/NMSQT exam.
If you have questions about the PSAT/NMSQT, contact Woodson’s Student Test Coordinator at kpguinee@fcps.edu
We will share more specifics about the October 13 PSAT/NMSQT testing opportunity later.
16. Woodson's PTSO
Our mission is to make every child’s potential a reality by engaging and empowering families and communities to advocate for all children.
PTSO meetings take place the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 6pm in the Library at Woodson HS.
Whether you are a new or returning WTW parent, please get involved in any way that works for you. Here are some quick links to get you started:
Join our PTSO
Make a Donation
Sign up for one of our Volunteer Opportunities
Ask a local business to become a Business or Community Sponsor
Find WT Woodson on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter
Go shopping! Amazon, Office Depot, groceries, etc. Link your accounts and a portion of your sales will go to our school!
Mental Health Resources | 24/7 Emergency Numbers
If you are in crisis, text NEEDHELP to 85511, call 1-800-273-TALK, or dial 911; TTY dial 711
CrisisLink Regional Hotline: 703-527-4077 (CrisisLink is a hotline for individuals in crisis or family/friends seeking guidance for how to help a loved one)
Dominion Hospital Assessment and Referral Line: 703-536-2000
Inova Emergency Services: 703-289-7560
Mobile Crisis Unit: 1-844-627-4747
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK or 1-800-SUICIDE
Merrifield Center Emergency Services: 703-573-5679; TTY dial 711 (The Merrifield Center of the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board, offers a range of clinical programming. Emergency Services, staffed 24 hours per day, seven days per week, works with people in psychiatric crisis who need immediate attention.)
Plan D Nova https://www.plandnova.org/ (a website for Northern Virginia teens who suffer from depression: #breakthestigma)
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