In this Issue
1. From the Principal's Desk
2. Stop the Spread
3. Rising 12th Grade Immunization Requirement
4. Vaccine Clinic Coming to Lees Corner ES & Special Back-to-School Immunization Clinic
5. PTSA is here for you!
6. Recognitions
7. Recent Student Successes
1. From the Principal's Desk
Dear Members of The Chantilly Community:
Democratic ideas cannot exist without the public spheres that make them possible. Henry Giroux
I would like to use this week’s message to express our collective gratitude for your continued support of the teachers and staff at CHS. In recent years, schools have been increasingly at the center of many divisive issues. Health and safety protocols related to Covid-19, efforts to promote inclusive school communities, and how to teach about controversial issues are just some of the challenges that have caused unprecedented levels of strain in school communities across the United States. The teachers and staff at Chantilly recognize that we have a professional and ethical responsibility to serve ALL students and families in our community—no matter their ethnicity, religious beliefs, political affiliation, or income level. If you have an idea, concern, or need, the teachers and staff at CHS want to hear it. We do not take our community’s faith in our efforts for granted and realize that we have to keep working to earn it. Thank you for working with us in a collaborative manner to maintain a public sphere of trust and respect within the Chantilly community. It makes all the difference!
Sincerely,
Scott Poole
2. Stop the Spread
Although Fairfax County’s COVID numbers are decreasing, Chantilly High School continues to record and trace student and staff cases. Each day, students report to the clinic and share that they came to school despite having had various illness symptoms including fever and nausea/vomiting within the previous 24 hours. We want to remind everyone that students should be fever-free and not feeling ill for 24 hours without medication before coming to school. FCPS will excuse illness-related absences—whether they are COVID or not. FCPS will allow students to make up missed tests and assignments.
If you are unsure if your child should stay home, please refer to the following guidance documents:
Thank you for helping CHS to “Stop the Spread” of COVID-19.
3. Rising 12th Grade Immunization Requirement
Earlier this week, Chantilly HS sent an email reminding rising 12th grade families of the 12th grade immunization requirement. Please click here for more information.
4. Vaccine Clinic Coming to Lees Corner ES
We are excited to announce that Lees Corner ES will host 2 COVID vaccine clinics for individuals ages 5 and older. Initial vaccines as well as booster shots will be available. Preregistration is NOT required and all vaccines will be FREE.
The dates are February 16th and March 9th from 4:30--7:00 PM. See the attached flier for more information. Spanish Flier here.
Special Back to School Immunization Clinic
The Fairfax County Health Department will be offering a special Immunization Clinic for Fairfax County Students to complete their school vaccine requirements. Call for an appointment.
Saturday, February 5, 2022, 8am to 12pm
Joseph Willard Health Center
3750 Old Lee Highway
Fairfax, Virginia 22030
To make an appointment please call our Fairfax County Health Department Clinic Service’s Appointment Line:
703-246-7100
5. PTSA is here for you!
Learn about saving for your child’s future. Feb 10 in room 123 or virtually at 6:30.
Ms. Rebecca Lyons from VA529 will be presenting.
Learn about saving for future education expenses - for yourself or a loved one! During this session, you will learn how to:
- Save for tuition and other college costs, such as housing, textbooks, and more
- Save for trade and vocational schools
- Registered apprenticeship supplies and equipment
- Save for private or religious K-12 education
- Take advantage of tax-free earnings and the Virginia state tax deduction
- Meet your savings goals
There will be a Q&A session at the end.
When: Feb 10, 2022, 06:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYkduGtqTwvE9RefSy0JYwC-7pQURZWy3DU After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Amazon Weekend Grab Bag Wish List
Thank you for supporting the Weekend Grab Bag through the Amazon Wish List for Chantilly HS!
This first month was a great success; everything listed was purchased and used. It is now time to refill the pantry. Please consider supporting students in need.
Amazon Weekend Grab Bag Wish List https://tinyurl.com/CHS-Weekend-Grab-Bag. Questions? Contact Mary Beth at mwalmsley@mpu-1.com.
6. Recognitions
Gymnastics competed in the District Meet at South Lakes and finished in 3rd place which qualified them for the Regional Meet. Click here for results.
Congratulations to the Boys & Girls track teams for their performances at the Concorde District Winter Track Championships. Click here for results.
Congratulations to Matthew Bray who won Region Dive..
7. Recent Student Successes
This is the next installment for the school year of what has become a weekly segment aimed at recognizing students for demonstrating recent improvement or achievement in academics, behavior or citizenship. At the end of each recognition, you will see the name of the nominating teacher or staff member. On a rotating basis, departments will nominate students. I meet with recognized students each week to congratulate them in person.
- Annabelle Cisneros has an infectious personality and positive attitude. Her effort and participation since returning from winter break has been tremendous. She has worked to complete all of her assignments and improved her test scores too. Mr. John Glufling
- In the last 2 months Wilber Gonzalez Guerrero has worked hard to raise his grades and be on time for class regularly. He also has joined a school team and has excelled athletically. Wilber has shown immense progress, involving himself in the Charger community and improving academically. Mr. Andrew Tramel
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Khongorzul (Jessica) Jambadorj is a natural leader who is always so kind and thoughtful. Jessica seeks responsibility and is always diligent in her work. She is such a pleasure to have in class. Ms. Christine Choi
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Angela Lu is an excellent student. She actively participates in classes and achieves beyond expectation. Angela is willing to serve the community and is kind to friends. Ms. Young Lee
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Abigail (Abby) Nave is an all-around awesome student. She is fully engaged in every class, volunteers to share her ideas, and delves deeply into topics so that she truly understands the story that is history. Even more, though, Abby is a wonderful person. Her positive attitude and personal integrity make her a delight to teach. I am so fortunate to get to know and teach her! Ms. Angie Rollet
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Krishiv Parekh has exceeded expectations lately with his homework assignments. He perseveres and always maintains a positive attitude when faced with challenges! Great work, Krishiv! Ms. Antonette Bowman
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Thu (Molly) Pham is new to Chantilly and since joining my class she is one of the hardest workers in my class. She uses feedback to prepare better assignments and asks questions to better understand history. Ms. Mary Catherine Keating
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Diego Valenzuela-Vasquez has worked hard this year. He is organized, turning assignments in on time, participating in classes, and taking his time with his work. He has really improved as a student. Ms. Mary Catherine Keating
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