 Homecoming 2021
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Upcoming Events
October 11: Student Holiday (Professional Development Day - Indigenous Peoples' Day)
October 13: 2 HR Early Release - PSAT for grades 10 & 11
October 29: End of First Quarter - 2HR Early Release
November 1 - 2: Student Holiday
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Included in this issue:
Fairfax Lions Need to Know:
- Message from the Dean of Attendance Office
- FHS Finance Office
- FCPS Required Information
- FCPS Optional Forms
Fairfax Lions Nice to Know:
- Fairfax Chorus
- Yearbook Update
- Senior Class of 2022
- Graduation Date
- Cap, Gown & Tassel Ordering Info
- Immunization Requirements for SENIORS
- Senior Portraits - Final Sessions
- Connect - Contact - Reach Us
Fairfax Athletics:
- Winter & Spring Sports Info
- Lions Pass
Fairfax HS PTSA
Fairfax HS Band Booster
- Combined Federal Campaign
- Winter Guard Information
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Dear Fairfax,
The Homecoming Dance on Saturday night was outstanding! Over 800 students attended the event. The weather was perfect, the lights, bubbles, smoke, and music made for a rock concert environment. As the students left at the end of the evening so many shared how much they enjoyed it. The FHS leadership students most definitely outdid themselves!
Congratulations to the golf team who finished in 3rd place at the VHSL Region 6C Golf Tournament and a special shout out to Josh Duangmanee who earned the silver medal with a strong 2nd place finish. Good luck to Josh who will compete on Tuesday, October 12th in the VHSL State Golf tournament held in Williamsburg. In the varsity cross country race last weekend, the girls team finished 11th out of 44 teams in a very competitive field. They were led by the dynamic Duo of Christina Elliott and Leilani Silva. The boys cross country runners are led by seniors Denwood and Edward Parish. Last night, we celebrated our Volleyball Seniors and tonight at 7pm we will celebrate our Field Hockey seniors. Mark your calendars for October 22nd which will be our last SENIOR NIGHT of the fall season!
Beginning on Monday, October 11 there will be a dedicated phone line to report that your student or someone in your household has tested positive for COVID. Please call (703) 219-2227 and leave a message that includes your student(s) name and a phone number where you can be reached. A member of the administrative team will return your phone call.
As we continue to adjust to the regular school schedule, many of our students are having difficulty getting to their classes on time this year. Please be sure to read the message below from our Dean of Students and talk with your child about the importance of arriving to class on time.
A reminder that Monday, October 11th is a student holiday and on Wednesday, October 13th, freshmen will engage in asynchronous learning from their homes. Sophomores and Juniors will come to school to take the PSAT and seniors who registered in advance will take the SAT. Seniors not taking the SAT will not come to school on Wednesday and are encouraged to explore college/career options. Students in school on Wednesday will have a two hour early release with dismissal at 12:55 PM.
Wishing you a wonderful and restful weekend.
Best regards,
Maureen
 
Message from the Dean of Attendance Office
As a reminder, classes begin at 8:10AM this year. All students are expected to be in their classrooms by 8:10AM. Any student arriving after 8:10AM is considered tardy. During the first block of the day (1st and 2nd Period) students arriving tardy between 8:10AM and 8:30AM are expected to report directly to their classroom where their teacher will mark them as Excused Tardy (with a pass or other verification for being late) or Unexcused Tardy (no verification of why the student is late). This is to prevent long lines of students from accumulating at the attendance office and maximize instructional time. After 8:30AM, students must check in at the Attendance Office (L103) to receive a pass to class.
Fairfax HS Finance Office
CLASS FEES ARE LOADED
If your student is enrolled in a class that charges a fee, you will receive an email similar to the one below. Please follow the directions given below to pay the dues by the end of the month. If you have any questions, please contact your student’s teacher.
 FCPS Required Information
Click HERE for FCPS required information.
- weCare@School (ONLY UPDATE in weCare@SChool IF you have updated information - Due ASAP)
- Digital Consent Form
- SR&R (Please review the SR&R and sign digitally in ParentVUE)
- Health Information (Please complete the form and send via email to the email listed)
FCPS Optional Forms
Visit this link to review optional forms and additional information
- Opt-out Forms
- Family Life Education Opt-Out Forms
- Military Connected Student Form
- Scoliosis Fact Sheet
- Homeless Student Referral
- Bell Schedule
- MySchoolBucks
- Fairfax HS PTSA
- Fairfax Band Booster
Fairfax Chorus
FHS Chorus is selling Papa John’s Pizza Cards! The digital card is $15 and can be used for buy one get one free pizzas for the next year! (Up to 50 free pizzas) Use the QR code or this form to submit your order. Payment instructions on the form – you can also bring a check or cash to the choral room to give to Mrs. Woodill. Digital code will be emailed about a week after payment is processed.
https://forms.gle/AJMdPkWHnS6HEjj49
Graduation Date
The Class of 2022 graduation is May 31, 2022 at 10:00am at Fairfax HS
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Cap, Gown & Tassel Ordering Info
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1120029/Fairfax-High-School/
Immunization Requirements for SENIORS
The Code of Virginia requires all students to be immunized against certain communicable diseases prior to entrance into Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS).
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.
Please provide one of the following documents to Marie Keatinge, SIA, at AMKeatinge@fcps.edu or mail to Fairfax High School, Attn: Marie Keatinge, 3501 Lion Run, Fairfax, VA 22030 as soon as possible:
- An updated immunization record showing that the student has received the Meningococcal vaccine, administered at age 16 or older.
- A note on a healthcare provider’s letterhead stating the date the Meningococcal vaccine was given.
- A healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
- A notarized Religious Exemption Form which is available online HERE
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.
Senior Portraits - Final Sessions
 November 15, 16, 23, 30, and December 1st!
We have just secured more dates for senior portraits. You can start booking appointments NOW on https://prestigeportraits.com. Find your name by utilizing the "Search by City & State" feature; you don't need to wait to receive the appointment card before you book an appointment. Book early to ensure your time slot!
Packages are available to purchase on the Prestige site, but the basic only yearbook pose is free. After you take your portrait (typically 2 weeks later) make sure to go to their website and select which pose you want them to send for inclusion in the yearbook.
Portraits must be taken BEFORE December 17 to meet the printing deadline for the yearbook, whether at this session or at the Prestige Studio in Annandale.
FHS does not handle scheduling or sales of portraits. Please contact Lifetouch directly with any questions: 1-800-445-1189 / UCAnswers@lifetouch.com / https://prestigeportraits.com/
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Fairfax Athletics
 Winter & Spring Sport Info
Beginning November 8, Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) requires student-athletes be vaccinated against COVID-19 for the winter and spring sports seasons as an additional safety measure to support our layered prevention strategies. An increase in positive COVID-19 cases in sports programs results in large numbers of students being paused from athletic participation and, more importantly, classroom instruction.
Vaccination Requirement
Students who are 16 years of age or older (age as of November 8 for Winter Season) who are unvaccinated and do not have either a medical or religious exemption will not be able to participate in team activities. In addition, unvaccinated students who are 12 -15 years of age who do not provide a weekly negative Covid-19 test will not able to participate in team activities. Currently FCPS is working on securing a vendor to assist with providing access to weekly testing for athletes. We will share more information as it becomes available.
Submitting Proof of Vaccination
Starting October 4, student athletes can submit their proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Fairfax High School Athletic Training Office, attention Amanda Johnston, AEJohnston@fcps.edu . Students will need to provide clear documentation by either an electronic copy or a hard copy of their vaccination card.
Exemptions – Religious and Medical
Students who are not receiving the COVID-19 vaccine due to religious reasons will be exempt from the requirement, but they will need to provide information to Fairfax High School.
Starting October 4, student athletes can submit the Commonwealth of Virginia Certificate of Religious Exemption form to their schools. The form must be notarized and should be submitted directly to the Student Activities Office at Fairfax High School, (Attention: Nancy Melnick, Director of Student Activities Office, Fairfax HS, 3501 Lion Run, Fairfax, VA 22030).
Students who are not receiving the COVID-19 vaccine due to documented health or medical reasons will be exempt from the requirement, but they will need to provide information to Fairfax HS.
Starting October 4, student athletes can submit the medical exemption information to Fairfax HS. They will need to provide documentation of a medical exemption from their physician. Students can do this through a letter from their doctor (on the doctor’s office letterhead) stating the student has a medical condition that prevents them from receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.
Students who are not receiving the COVID-19 vaccine due to documented religious or medical reasons will be required to submit a negative COVID-19 test weekly.
The Deadline for submitting religious or medical exemptions for the Winter Season is Monday, November 1. The exemption must be received by the November 1 deadline for students to participate in winter tryouts. This will allow enough time for those students with a medical exemption to provide proof of their negative COVID-19 test that week so that they may participate in tryouts. As a reminder all students with an exemption for receiving the COVID-19 vaccination must provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test weekly.
A student is considered fully vaccinated if two weeks have passed since their last COVID-19 shot. However, as long as they have had their second shot by November 8 they may participate.
If you have any questions, please email me at NAMelnick@fcps.edu.
New to the Activities Office~ LIONS PASS
Support ALL of our Fairfax HS Athletic Teams by purchasing LIONS PASS
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Please check out Fairfax Athletics web site for most updated information
fairfaxhighsports.org
Fairfax HS PTSA
Join FHS PTSA
Band Booster
COMBINED FEDERAL CAMPAIGN
Fairfax High School Band Boosters are on the Combined Federal Campaign! Federal employees can designate Fairfax High School Band Boosters - CFC#37192 during their agency’s enrollment period and donate directly to the Band Boosters!
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MARCHING BAND TRAILER CAMPAIGN
The GoFundMe Campaign to replace the Band Truck still needs your help. Please spread the word to friends and family to help support the band! Thank you!!
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KJMS Needs your help! - Career Day Parent Volunteers
KJMS Career Day will be held on Thursday, November 11th from 7:45-10:10AM. They are looking for parents in a variety of fields. While all industries are still needed, they are looking for more representation in Marketing, Manufacturing, and Architecture & Construction. If you are interested, please take a look at this FAQ with additional information which includes how to register to participate.
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FCPS continues to review and update safety measures for fall to ensure our students and staff will learn and work in a healthy, safe environment. The latest on our Return to School safety measures is always available on our website.
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