Edison Academy Quarterly Newsletter October 2021

Greetings Edison Academy Families,

It is hard to believe that this Friday, October 29, marks the end of the first quarter. There will be a two hour early release for students on this date. Please note that Monday, November 1, and Tuesday, November 2, are student holidays and there is no school for students. 

We have had a successful first quarter and are so happy to have students back in person. We look forward to sending you a quarterly newsletter to share important information and good news.

Monica Bentley, Academy Administrator


Edison Academy

Calendar

October

29        2-hour early dismissal

29        End of 1st Quarter 

 

November

1          Student Holiday

2          Student Holiday

2          Dia de los Muertos

4          Diwali

11        2-hour early dismissal

24-26   Thanksgiving


Procedures for Early Release and Inclement Weather

Adjusted Schedules for Planned 2-Hour Early Release Days 

  • Edison Students follow Edison High School Bell Schedule
  • Other (Feeder School) Students 
    • AM Block - Follow Regular Academy Bell Schedule. Shuttles run from base schools. 
    • Mid-day Block - Follow Regular Academy Bell Schedule. Shuttles run from base schools.
    • PM Block - Class is cancelled, No shuttles will run. 

Inclement Weather Schedules

Late Opening 2 Hour Delay - Announced by 5:00 a.m. 

  • Edison HS students follow the Edison High School Bell Schedule 
  • Other (Feeder Schools) students 
    • AM Block - Class is cancelled. No shuttles will run.  
    • Mid-day Block  - Class is cancelled. No shuttles will run.
    • PM Block - Follow regular bell schedule. Shuttles operate on normal schedule.  

Two Hour Early Close - Announced by 10:00 a.m.

  • Edison HS students follow the Edison High School Schedule 
  • Other (Feeder Schools) students 
    • AM Block - Follow regular bell schedule. Shuttles will run on normal schedule.
    • Mid-day Block - Shuttles will depart Edison Academy early at approx. 11:00 a.m. *
    • PM Block - No shuttles/cancelled

* Cosmetology students will depart on midday shuttles ( approx. 11:00 a.m.) in the event of a Two Hour Early Close. 


Order Your Edison Academy Spirit Wear Now!

Deadline November 5! 

Choose from short-sleeve tees, long-sleeve tees, pullover hoodies, full zip hoodies, and quarter zip fleece in assorted Edison Academy colors (gray, blue, black, red). Need help selecting the right size?  Go here for size chart. 

Follow these steps for easy shopping:

  1. Visit http://www.awabylisa.com/edison-academy-spirit-wear.html
  2. Shop and place your order!

This is a group sale; orders will be processed after the sale ends.


Attendance Reminder

If your child is absent please submit an absence using our attendance form  below or by calling 703-924-8137.

https://edisonacademy.fcps.edu/resources/attendance-form


Save the Date!

What:  Edison Academy Open House 

Where:  5801 Franconia Road, Alexandria, VA 22310

When:  Saturday, January 8, 20222

Time:  10:00 AM - 1:00 PM


Good News

Vet Science Grooming is Back

We are now scheduling dog baths and nail trims! Currently, we are not offering haircuts. Email Karen Nestlerode at kenestlerode@fcps.edu with your dog's information or any questions. 

Cyber Certifications Earned

Edison Academy Cyber students took their first round of Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) certification exams this week.  17 students earned certifications. Congratulations Edison Academy Cyber students and  Patrick Kuesters.

FCPS Individual Excellence Award Winner

Joe Wolfe, Edison Academy’s Electrical teacher, was recognized at the FCPS Excellence Awards ceremony in the category of Impact on Others.  Thank you Joe for your professionalism, dedication, and all that you do for our Edison Academy teachers and students. Joe is quick to share opportunities and to collaborate with others.  He takes the lead in offering cross and co-curricular activities with other teachers.  He involves his students in community service projects for non-profit organizations.  Joe works with local business and industry leaders to place students in paid summer internships and youth apprenticeships while in high school and after graduation. 

Joe Wolfe