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Woodson Weekly -
November 5th |
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!
 Woodson Drama Presents: A Midautumn Night's Dream. Tonight is opening night!
Important Upcoming Dates
Saturday, November 6th - Woodson Drama Opening Night (see story #6 below)
Monday, November 8th - Winter Sport Tryouts (see story #13 below)
Thursday, November 11th - Veteran's Day; 2-Hour Early Release (Even Day)
Friday, November 12th - Fall Blood Drive (see story #9 below)
Wednesday-Friday, November 24th-26th - Thanksgiving Holidays
Wednesday, December 8th - Bodhi Day Religious and Cultural Observance
Monday, December 20th - Friday, December 31st - Winter Break
In this Issue
NEW News
1. Message from Dr. Floyd
2. Woodson Drama Presents: A Midautumn Night's Dream
3. SIS Availability & Report Cards
4. Winter Sport Tryout Information
5. Hidden in Plain Sight: A Parent Safety Presentation
6. 2022-23 School Year Calendar Development Webinar
7. Summer Residential Governor's School Application Information
8. Fall Blood Drive
9. Shark Tank Technology Challenge Open to All HS Students
10. Nominations Open for Outstanding Employee Awards
11. Order the 2022 WTW Yearbook
12. Scoliosis Fact Sheet
13. College & Career Center News
PAST News, but still important
14. Additional Senior and Underclass Picture Days Added
15. Senior Baby Ads for Yearbook
16. How do I check my Student out from School?
17. Laptop Tech Support Hours
18. Woodson's PTSO
NEW News
1. Message from Dr. Floyd
Hello Woodson Community,
It is finally November, the month traditionally recognized for giving thanks.
Even through the challenges of the last 1.5 years, we have much to be thankful for; I for one, am thankful that you share your children with us at Woodson HS. The kids truly make this job worth every second of the struggles I have felt through this pandemic.
Our teachers have been carrying a huge load this year. In this month of Thanksgiving, I encourage families to submit an FCPS Cares on behalf of a staff member who has had an impact your child or family. It is a quick form that only takes a couple of minutes to complete.
In addition, the annual Outstanding Employee nomination form is now open to recognize a Woodson staff member who has demonstrated exceptional work. Please see article #10 for more details.
Finally, I want to highlight the Hidden in Plain Sight presentation in article #5 below. This is a highly recommended presentation for parents in our community. I am a firm believer that we can never be knowledgeable enough about the current climate and what kids may be engaging in. Please consider attending.
Have a wonderful Friday! I hope to see some of you this weekend at the craft fair, play or game!
Dr. Floyd
2. Woodson Drama Presents: A Midautumn Night's Dream
An Adaptation of William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, this play will bring the Shakespearean comedy to life with an autumnal twist! This production is suitable for all ages and a perfect introduction to Shakespeare for young students. This comedy features clowning, fairies, and ridiculous antics, all while running about 100 minutes long! These students have worked incredibly hard on this production, so come out and support your Woodson Cavalier Drama department!
Tickets start as low as $5! You can purchase your tickets here
Performance Dates are Saturday, November 6th – 2pm and 7pm
Sunday, November 7th – 6pm
Friday, November 12th- 7pm
Saturday, November 13th - 2pm and 7pm
New this year—the performance features a "pay what you can" sliding scale, with individual ticket price ranging from $5-$20. Please purchase a ticket for each individual seeing the show (including children & students), and choose the corresponding ticket price for each attendee that makes sense for you and your family. All proceeds will be invested back into the WTW Drama department to fund future shows, supplies, and educational events throughout the year so thank you in advance for your support! (If you are a household that would like to see the show and cannot afford the $5 ticket option, please reach out to the WTW Drama Theatre Director, Mr. Rushing, at csrushing@fcps.edu)
Performance location - Woodson Auditorium; masks required.
Plan for a total performance length of around 100 minutes with a 10 minute intermission, and bring money for hot cocoa!
More information can be found at wtwdrama.org
3. SIS Availability & Report Cards
FCPS Weekly Progress Reports will not be sent to parents through Friday, November 12th during first quarter grading and report card generation.
Additionally, the Grade Book and Report Card modules in ParentVUE and StudentVUE will be closed until Saturday, November 13th, at 6 a.m.
Report cards will be distributed during 7th period on Friday, November 12th.
4. Winter Sport Tryout Information
Winter sport tryouts begin on Monday, November 8th. Winter sports include basketball, swim & dive, wrestling, rifle, gymnastics, and indoor track.
In order to participate, there are 3 items that need to be completed prior to the first day of tryouts.
1) Sports Physical
Completed and turned in to Athletic Trainer Chris Hogge (chogge@fcps.edu)
2) Activity Registration
This is an online submission - it encompasses the Emergency Care Form and Concussion Education Training
3) Proof of Covid Vaccination or Exemption
For full details, please see the Athletic Office updates.
5. Hidden in Plain Sight - Parent Safety Presentation
A live presentation by Fairfax County Police Department
November 8th from 7 pm – 9 pm, Woodson Cafeteria A
The bedroom of an average teenager can look like a well-planned illusion. The trick to seeing through an illusion is knowing what is used to create that illusion. We recreate a complete typical teenager's bedroom and the first thirty minutes of the program invites the participants to "snoop" through the room to find items and objects that could indicate "risky behavior."
The Hidden in Plain Sight (HIPS) program is an IN-PERSON interactive program for adults to be educated about the signs of risky behavior in teens and young adults. It touches on drug and alcohol use, mental health concerns, eating disorders, risky sexual behaviors and more.
This is a hands-on learning adventure for PARENTS AND GUARDIANS ONLY! We guide you through a presentation that opens your eyes to what is right in front of you. This program begins with a setup of a teenager’s bedroom which includes close to 100 “red flags” that indicate risky behavior. Parents are encouraged to touch everything and identify our red flags. Times have changed since we were teenagers… do you think you can find them?
That is followed by an educational portion that includes a PowerPoint presentation detailing the red flag props that the room contained and how it is indicative of — or used in — risky behavior. We include up to date statistics and local trends, and law enforcement officers will share their experiences they have had in our community identifying risky behavior and helping to put kids on the right path to a healthy life. Let’s open the door to communicating with our teens!
Please RSVP to reserve your seat at this presentation. RSVP through this SignUpGenius link.
 Calendar Reminder: 2 Hour Early Release on Veteran's Day, Thursday, November 11th
6. 2022-23 School Year Calendar Development Webinar
FCPS will be holding a virtual Calendar Development Webinar on Monday, November 8, at 7 p.m., on Zoom to discuss how the 2022-23 school year calendar is being developed, and for participants to provide feedback on a series of questions related to this process.
FCPS is offering this community engagement opportunity in English, Spanish, Arabic, and Korean. American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation will be provided.
Please register online to attend the Calendar Development Webinar and indicate if you will need an interpreter. You will receive the webinar link on November 8, from “Office of Communication and Community Relations.”
7. Summer Residential Governor's School Application Information
The application process for the 2022 Summer Residential Governor’s Schools has begun.
The Summer Residential Governor’s Schools program is open to current high school sophomores and juniors and provides students with intensive educational experiences in visual and performing arts; humanities; mathematics, science, and technology; or through mentorships in marine science, medicine and health sciences, or engineering.
Students must indicate interest by completing the Interest Form no later than Tuesday, November 9th, in order to be considered. Late submissions will not be accepted.
VPA Interest Form
Academic Interest Form
Please contact Elizabeth Walter (ehwalter@fcps.edu) or Elle Nguyen (menguyen@fcps.edu) with any questions.
 Read the latest edition of the Cavalcade!
8. Fall Blood Drive
Mark your calendar for the upcoming fall blood drive on Friday, November 12th, in the Aux Gym. To sign up, go to Room F120 or visit the tables between cafeterias during lunches. Parents we welcome your participation, if you would like to sign up, just email potential times to mphu@fcps.edu!
The Key Club is sponsoring the drive. Students are required to be at least 16 years of age and weigh at least 110lbs. All students are also required to have a parental consent form signed. Inova needs 250 units a day, just for regular needs in this area, so we are hoping to supply a large amount of those units! The Attendance Office will be monitoring students’ attendance.
9. Shark Tank Technology Challenge Open to All High School Students
Calling all high school students! The Fairfax Area 50+ Technology Committee has announced this year’s Shark Tank Technology Challenge, with a focus on new or improved existing technology that will have a positive impact in the lives of older adults, adults with disabilities, wounded warriors, or caregivers. Students are encouraged to consider projects that offer assistance in the following areas:
- Active free time activities.
- Participation in the arts.
- Caregiving.
Students can submit an innovative or creative project as an individual or a team. The deadline to submit the initial proposal is December 6. Final proposals are due February 22, 2022. The Shark Tank event will be held in April 2022. The winning projects will receive a cash prize.
More details are available by visiting the Fairfax Area Student “Shark Tank” Technology Challenge webpage.
10. Nominations Open for Outstanding Employee Awards
Nominations are now open for the Woodson Outstanding Employee Awards! These nominations are the beginning of the process that will end in the recognition of the Fairfax County Outstanding Employee Awards in an amazing celebration in June. We definitely want one of our staff members to be one of the representatives!! To submit a nomination for a Woodson Outstanding Employee in one of the categories below, please complete the nomination at https://tinyurl.com/ruem5xp4
You may nominate an employee in one or more categories. All that is required for a preliminary nomination is to complete the form by explaining how the employee demonstrates exceptional work in the criteria noted. The link has more information regarding the criteria for each of these awards and the eligibility requirements are below.
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Outstanding Teacher/librarian: At least (3) three years’ experience.
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Outstanding New Teacher/librarian: less than (3) three years’ experience.
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Outstanding Leader: At least one year in position. Example of positions eligible - Assistant Principal, Director of Student Activities, or Director of Student Services.
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Outstanding Professional Employee: At least one year in position. Example of positions eligible - Safety and Security Specialist, Technology Specialist, Assessment Coach, Career Center Specialist, Psychologist, Social Worker, SOSA.
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Outstanding Operational Employee: At least one year in position. Example of positions eligible - Administrative Staff, Safety and Security Assistant, Custodial Staff, Food Service, IA's, Parent Liaisons.
Nominations for Woodson Teachers & Staff are due by Tuesday, November 23th. Please feel free to nominate in one category or all of them it is up to you! Be as detailed as possible as your nomination will be used to complete the nomination packet for the selected staff member to move forward in the county nomination process. If you have any additional questions about the categories or which category a specific staff member should be nominated in, please e-mail me at mcedwards@fcps.edu.
 Everyone enjoyed the community Fall Festival last Saturday.
11. Order the 2022 WTW Yearbook!
Let’s celebrate our Woodson Cavaliers in 2021-2022! To purchase a yearbook or to make an adorable ad for your graduating senior, go to https://www.yearbookordercenter.com/ and type in the code 5278. You can create an ad, buy a yearbook, or submit photos all in one place!
Please contact tmweghorst@fcps.edu if you have any questions!
12. Scoliosis Fact Sheet
Fairfax County requires that each school notifies parents and guardians with educational information on scoliosis.
Scoliosis is a sideways curvature of the spine. It occurs in otherwise healthy children and can be a serious health problem if it becomes severe. For more information on scoliosis, please refer to the Scoliosis Fact Sheet.
For more resources regarding Student Safety and Wellness, please visit the School Health Services website.
 Thank you to Woodson's school psychologists Ryan Dickerson, Risha Lamba and Julie Robinson!
13. 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. Please join my Course in Schoology – Access Code 3M8B-S8X4-N2H55. The College & Career Center newsletters are posted here.
Upcoming Events – please visit my new Upcoming Events & Opportunities Padlet:
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Senior Café every Wednesday morning from 7:30 – 8:00 am in the Career Center. Senior Café is an informal Q & A drop-in for Seniors to get help with their college and scholarship applications, jobs, resumes, apprenticeships & more.
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Military Recruiter Visits every Wednesday during All Lunches: The Marine Corps Recruiter will visit on November 10th. Please see my Military Padlet for Recruiter contact info and upcoming events.
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Air Force/Space Force ROTC Program Info Session on Monday, November 8th, at 10:30 am in the Career Center. You can sign up in Naviance or email me at cliebmosley@fcps.edu.
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Seniors, the FAFSA – Free Application for Student Aid opened on October 1st. Check out the FAFSA Line-by-Line Virtual Completion Workshop by College Access Fairfax on Tuesday, November 9 at 7 pm. Registration is not required. Please check out my new Financial Aid Padlet for information on Financial Aid, the FAFSA, and the CSS Profile. We will also have a FAFSA Help Session with our Financial Aid Champion Mrs. Speares during all lunches on Monday, November 15th, in the Career Center. No appointment needed!
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ECMC Career & Technical Education Workshop: Students will explore 16 different career clusters within CTE, Employment outlook, and the fastest growing occupations in the Career Center on Wednesday, November 10th, 10:15 – 11:15 am. Please email me at cliebmosley@fcps.edu to register.
Below please find the College & Career Center Calendar for next week:
Questions? Please email cliebmosley@fcps.edu
PAST News - but still important
14. Additional Underclass and Senior Portrait Days Added
Lifetouch has added an additional Underclass picture day for Monday, November 15th.
Senior portrait makeup days are scheduled on Monday-Wednesday, November 10th-12th, and Wednesday-Friday, November 17th-19th from 3-9pm in Cafeteria A.
Also, Seniors can schedule their portraits in January. Wednesday-Friday, January 26th-28th from 3-9pm in Cafeteria A.
To schedule your senior for a portrait session, please visit https://prestigeportraits.com. You can find Woodson's dates and appointment times by utilizing "Search by City & State" feature.
15. Senior Baby Ads for Yearbook
The following would be the announcement:
Looking for a personalized, memorable way to recognize your graduating senior? Want to capture memories with the friends you’ve made for a lifetime? Looking for a fun way to recognize your teammates or club members? Parents, siblings, relatives, teachers, coaches, and friends of the graduating Class of 2022 have an opportunity to purchase ad space in the 2022 edition of the yearbook.
There are five ad sizes available at various price points. All ad space is sold on a first-come, first-serve basis. Place your order early to reserve ad space for your graduating senior.
THE DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTING ADS is Wednesday, December 15th. Go to yearbookordercenter.com and type in the code 5278
16. 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.
If one of the options above is not followed, we cannot guarantee a speedy checkout, so please make sure you notify the attendance office prior to picking up your son/daughter to ensure you make your appointment or commitment on time.
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.
17. 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
18. 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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