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WeMail is distributed every Tuesday to update the Woodson community on PTSO news, school news, and upcoming events.
- SCHEDULE REMINDERS
- PTSO NEWS
- WOODSON NEWS & EVENTS
- FUNDRAISERS
- CAVS SPORTS
- RESOURCES FOR WOODSON STUDENTS, PARENTS & FAMILIES
- FCPS NEWS & EVENTS
- REPEAT INFORMATION FOR REFERENCE
SCHEDULE REMINDERS
THIS WEEK
Wednesday, September 21; 6:30 p.m. in Auditorium - Parents for Safe Teen Driving Seminar - See details under Woodson News & Events
NEXT WEEK
Monday, September 26th - Professional Work Day/Student Holiday; Religious and Cultural Observance Day - Rosh Hashanah
Tuesday, September 27 - Friday, October 7 - Schedule change request window - Details under Woodson News & Events
Friday, September 30 - Submission deadline for PTSO Fall Grant requests - Details under PTSO News
Friday, September 30 - Deadline to opt-out of Social Emotional Learning Screener - Details under FCPS News & Events
Saturday, October 1 - Power Puff Game and Bonfire
LOOKING AHEAD
Tuesday, October 4 - Religious and Cultural Observance Day - Yom Kippur begins at sundown
Wednesday, October 5 - Student Holiday; Religious and Cultural Observance Day - Yom Kippur
Thursday, October 6; 4:00 p.m. - Deadline to register for World Languages Credit Exam - Details under FCPS News & Events
Friday, October 7 - Pep Rally during 3rd Period, Homecoming Parade, Pig Out, Homecoming Football Game
Saturday, October 8 - Homecoming Dance
Monday, October 10 - Professional Work Day/Student Holiday; Indigenous Peoples' Day
Wednesday, October 12 - PSAT/SAT Day
Friday, October 14 - Underclass Picture Retakes - Details under Woodson News & Events
Monday, November 14 and Tuesday, November 15 - Senior Portraits - Details under Woodson News & Events
FCPS 2022-2023 School Year Calendar
Woodson's Events & Activities Calendar
PTSO NEWS
PTSO Fall Grant Applications Open until September 30th!
This fall, the PTSO has $5000 to award in total for all grants. Our hope is to do our best to accommodate your request or some portion of it.
Applications can be submitted by students, teachers, and parents with a specific request for funding their department, group or organization. Before submitting a grant request, it is important that you have discussed/reviewed your request with the teacher, club sponsor, department head, or Director of Student Activities, Blair Smith.
Please answer all of the questions with as much information as possible so the PTSO can have a clear understanding of what you are asking for and how it will help staff and/or students at WT Woodson.
Click here to access the grant application.
If you have any questions please email Sara Mastro saralmastro@yahoo.com
The firm deadline to submit this form is Friday, September 30th.
A Fun Community Service Opportunity!
Little Run Elementary is looking for responsible Woodson students to provide child care at their PTA meeting Wednesday, September 28, from 7:00-9:00 PM. This will count as community service hours.
Responsibilities will include ensuring the safety of the children and keeping them occupied/entertained while their parents attend the meeting. If your student is interested in this opportunity or has questions, please send a note to littlerunptamail@gmail.com.
PTSO Seeking Corporate Fundraising Volunteer(s)
This position is not as intimidating as it sounds and it has the potential to make a huge impact! It simply involves writing letters, and can work around your schedule. This volunteer(s) would write to NoVa companies requesting donations to our PTSO. In previous years we have received thousands of dollars from companies like Booz Allan, Interstate Moving, SAIC, Debby Dogrul, and others, simply by asking. This position can be shared by multiple people.
Contact miklos.c.kiss@outlook.com if interested. The PTSO would greatly appreciate your help!
Other Ways To Get involved
Join our PTSO
Make a donation to PTSO
Some of the many ways PTSO memberships and donations enrich the lives of our school community:
- Teacher support and supplies
- Fall & Spring Grants
- Teacher/Staff Appreciation luncheons & events
- Special school events
- And so much more!
Attend monthly PTSO meetings on Google Meet the 2nd Tuesday of every month
Ask a local business to become a Business or Community Sponsor
Go shopping! Amazon, Office Depot, groceries, etc. Link your accounts and a portion of your sales will go to our school! Amazon Smile
Volunteer opportunities email miklos.c.kiss@outlook.com
For more information visit the Woodson PTSO Website
Find Woodson PTSO on Facebook
WOODSON NEWS & EVENTS
Updated Schedule Change Request Process
The schedule change request window is from September 27th – October 7th. Students may not request a change to their schedule before September 27th. This is to ensure that students show a sincere effort to make their current class(es) work by spending time with their teachers, and seeing them for help during 3rd Period Returns and after school. Students should see their counselor in Student Services if they have any questions or need any assistance with this.
Late Buses Available Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Late buses are available Tuesdays and Wednesdays through spring. Students may stay after school to participate in clubs/activities and/or receive academic intervention with teachers.
Tuesday and Wednesday late buses start loading around 4:45pm and depart from Woodson at approximately 5:15pm. Students who access the smaller bus runs need to sign up for a bus in Room F122 before lunch each late bus day.
Please note, students may NOT go across the street to the shopping center after school and then return for the late bus.
2022-23 Woodson Teacher Videos Are Live
Head to the two locations listed below –
Woodson HS Back to School Night Page - Go here first to see the welcome messages from our School Board, our Administration, and our staff!
Woodson All Parents Course on Schoology - Log in with your ParentVUE credentials (username and password) to view the All Parents Course to help navigate you through your students' courses. If you need a ParentVUE account, please go here to get your account activated.
You are encouraged to visit classes in the following order: Periods 1, 3, 5, 7, then Periods 2, 4, 6, 8. You can do this by clicking on your profile in the upper right corner and selecting your student (checkmark will verify you are viewing as the student)
Let the teachers know if you view their videos!
Partners for Safe Teen Driving Seminars
Attention all 10th grade students and their parents. All new drivers and parents must attend a state mandated traffic safety seminar, Partners for Safe Teen Driving. Please mark your calendar for the Woodson seminars for 2022-2023. Seminars will begin at 6:30pm and will take place in the Woodson Auditorium. The program is 90 minutes and you must arrive on time and stay for the entire presentation to receive credit.
Wednesday, September 21st - NEW DATE
Thursday, November 17th
Monday, February 6th
Monday, April 17th
Questions? Please contact David O’Hara dgohara@fcps.edu
Convertibles/Jeeps/Trucks Needed for Homecoming Parade
The Leadership classes need your help! Do you have a convertible, jeep or truck that you are willing to drive in the Woodson Homecoming Parade on Friday, October 7th?
If so, please fill out this Google Form with your contact and vehicle information.
World Languages Credit Exam
The 2022 World Languages Credit Exam will be administered on Thursday, November 3rd, Wednesday, November 9th, and Thursday, November 10th.
Thirty (30) languages will be included: American Sign Language (ASL), 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.
Registration opens on Tuesday, September 6th at 8:00 a.m. and closes on Thursday, October 6th at 4:00 p.m. Late registrations will not be accepted.
School counselors will register students for the exam. Visit the FCPS Credit exam information page for more information.
School Picture Retakes
Underclass photo retakes will be on Friday, October 14th. Senior portrait dates are Monday-Tuesday, November 14th and 15th.
For questions about ordering, please email underclass@vosphoto.com or seniors@vosphoto.com.
Marching Cavaliers Update
The W. T. Woodson High School Marching Cavaliers will perform their 2022 show “CONTACT” at their first competition on Saturday, September 24th at Herndon HS (700 Bennett St, Herndon, VA).
Our Marching Cavaliers will compete against other local marching bands and will be judged by the Virginia Marching Band Cooperative. Tickets are $12 for adults, $6 for kids (6-12). Woodson’s performance time is 6:30PM but there will be other band performances throughout the day. Come out and support the Marching Cavaliers in their first competition performance of the season! Full info on their website HERE
Woodson Chorus Update
This Wednesday, September 21 from 4-8 PM is Fundraiser Night at Noodles & Company. See details in the Fundraiser section below.
As part of the Feeder Night Football Game this Friday, Woodson Chorus will be joined by Frost Chorus and 5th and 6th graders from feeder elementary schools to sing the National Anthem before the game. Make sure you are there at the start of the game to hear some beautiful singing!
Available for purchase: Woodson Chorus car magnet (see image) $7.00 or window sticker with “Woodson Chorus” $3.00. Reach out to Amy Quigley at Amyquig@gmail.com to buy.
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FUNDRAISERS
Woodson Restaurant Nights
You have two upcoming opportunities to let Noodles & Company do the cooking while supporting Woodson students!
Both fundraisers will be at the 10296 Main St, Fairfax location.
WOODSON CHORUS FUNDRAISER @ Noodles & Co.
Wednesday, September 21 from 4:00 - 8:00 pm
For 25% of all qualifying orders to go to Woodson Chorus, mention them at checkout.
Also, thank you to all the Woodson Community members who came out to the Chorus Car Wash this past Saturday. We appreciate your support!
WOODSON FIELD HOCKEY FUNDRAISER @ Noodles & Co.
Thursday, September 29 from 4:00 - 8:00 pm
When ordering, in-restaurant guests must mention 'Woodson Field Hockey' or present the attached flyer upon placing your order prior to paying.
For online and Noodles Rewards app orders, enter “GIVING25” in the Coupon Code line at checkout. Online orders skip the line by grabbing their meal at the Quick Pick-Up station.
Boys Lacrosse Woodson Logo Fundraiser
 Woodson Boys Lacrosse is painting Woodson’s famous W and sabers logo as a fundraiser. By getting your own customized “W”, you can support the team and show your school spirit at the same time!
Click this link for more information.
Woodson Garden Flags ARE BACK!
Garden Flag Dimensions - 12"x17"
Available options —
Non-Personalized $15
Personalized $20
Personalization - Add your family name or get creative and celebrate your student with their name and graduation year! (For example: The Smith Family; Congrats Emily Class of 2023; Woodson Class of 2023)
Click here to purchase your flag!
For more information, contact Melissa Fabrizio at woodsongardenflag@gmail.com.
Mock SAT, ACT and PSAT - All Proceeds Benefit Woodson PTSO
Tests are administered either in-person or online and can be scheduled Monday through Thursday from 1pm to 9pm and Saturday from 9am to 5pm.
Sign up here to take a mock SAT, ACT, or PSAT with C2 Education - available online or in-person!! (Requires an existing or new Woodson PTSO login) Cost is $20 to register for your mock test, all proceeds will benefit Woodson C2 Education Fairfax will contact you to schedule your test and results assessment.
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Senior Yard Signs
Show your Senior pride by displaying a Class of 2023 Yard Sign! Cost is $25.00 each. All proceeds support the Class of 2023, including the Cav Cruise (all night graduation party).
Click here to purchase
Questions? Contact Cheri Brown brown22003@gmail.com
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Senior Class of 2023 Legacy Bricks
Buy a Brick and create a Lasting Legacy for your Woodson Student!
The brick courtyard in front of the school between the main entrance and the auditorium still has plenty of room for bricks for you to honor your special student or alumni. Individual bricks cost: $100. They make great graduation presents for Seniors, or as a legacy for all the members of your family!
To purchase, visit the Woodson PTSO PTBOARD website HERE. If you prefer, you can mail the brick order form (LINK HERE) to the school with a check.
All orders are due no later than April 17, 2023. Plan accordingly!
If you have questions, or for more info contact Shane or Katherine Gilbert at wptsobricks@gmail.com.
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STUDENT DRIVER MAGNETS
Magnets are $8.00 each or 3 for $20.00. You can order online HERE. Magnets are delivered to your door contact free!
If you have any questions contact Shane or Katherine Gilbert at wptsomagnets@gmail.com
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Woodson Band Cav Cards
The Woodson Band is selling Cav Cards with discounts at 19 local area merchants. Cards are $10 each and all funds directly support the bands’ activities this year - including transportation to competitions, uniform maintenance, new instrument purchases and the spring trip!
Contact Karen Wallace at cavcards@woodsonband.org for information or check out the participating vendors here.
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CAVS VARSITY SPORTS
Varsity Field Hockey
The Cavaliers corralled the South County Stallions 6-0 last Tuesday. Siena Niedrick notched a hat trick with all three assists coming from Elizabeth Stribling. Ms. Stribling scored the first goal of the game off passes from Mia Zganjar and Julia Oleyar. Bethany Betts added a goal in the third quarter and Reese Cuviello tallied the last goal of the night on a parabolic push from Julia Oleyar. Goalkeeper AJ Ingson rejected several Stallion shots to preserve the shutout.
Varsity Volleyball
Last week was a mixed bag for the Cavs, with a 3-1 win at home over South County on Tuesday and a tough 0-3 loss at West Springfield on Thursday. Playmakers included freshman Emma Gardner, earning player of the game on Tuesday, and junior Stella Gilligan with a strong showing serving and on defense.
Join the Cavs tonight (Tuesday) for the freshman, JV, and varsity home games against Lake Braddock, and wear gold and yellow to help support “Lace Up 4 Pediatric Cancer”. Proceeds from the bake sale and wristband purchase go to raising funds and awareness in the fight against childhood cancer.
Varsity Football
Friday Night Lights returned to Woodson on Friday September 9th! A huge congratulations to the Woodson Varsity football team on the home opener victory against the Wakefield Warriors! Final score of 37-7!!! Under the leadership of new Head Coach, Eric Henderson, the Woodson Cavaliers showed that hard work & determination pays off! Every player that stepped on the field helped lead the team to victory. First and second touchdowns were compliments of Kai Sanchez, followed by a third touchdown by Cameron Marks. Themba Chika gave Woodson their fourth TD, followed by a safety and then a fifth & final touchdown by our QB, Aidan Dash - who also became a big brother for the 3rd time on Friday!! Well deserved congrats to the Woodson football team and a huge congratulations to Coach Dash & his family with the safe arrival of Savannah Mercedes Blanco Dash! And, congratulations Coach Henderson for his first win and here’s to many, many more to follow!
The Cavaliers of Woodson headed to Falls Church on Thursday September 15th to take on the Jaguars! The Jaguars came out of the corner swinging and were first on the scoreboard. This fueled the Cavs and Themba Chika quickly answered with a touchdown of his own. Following his lead, Ryan Rivera provided WTW with their 2nd and 3rd touchdowns of the game. WTW’s 4th and 5th TD’s were compliments of Kai Sanchez and Gabe Castro, respectively, and the game concluded with an exciting interception by Tanner Watts with 1:25 left in the game! The Cavs celebrated their 31-13 final score victory over Falls Church and their 2nd “W” of the 2022 season under leadership of new Head Coach, Eric Henderson! CONGRATULATIONS CAVS!!!
Woodson Sports This Week
Tuesday, September 20th
Volleyball vs. Lake Braddock(Lace up for Cancer)5:00/6:00/7:15 (Home)
Golf vs. South County @ Penderbrook 3:50pm (Away)
Cross Country @ Burke Lake (All Patriot) 5:00pm (Away)
Wednesday, September 21st
Field Hockey @ Fairfax 6:15/7:30pm (Away)
Thursday, September 22nd
Volleyball vs. Alexandria City 5:00/6:00/7:30 (Home)
Freshman Football @ Lewis 5:30 (Away)
Friday, September 16th
***Frost and Feeder Elementary Night***
Varsity Football vs. Lewis (Hawaiian Out) 7:00 (Home)
Saturday, September 17th
Cross Country @ Oatlands Plantation (Leesburg) 8:00am (Away)
Woodson Booster Spirit Wear Store
e-Tix | Online Ticketing Available
Tickets are now available online for our HOME 2023 School year!
To purchase tickets in advance, use this link to select the event for which you want tickets, then use your credit card information to purchase the number of tickets you want. Tickets are $5 for spectators.
Live Stream Available
Woodson High School is proud to announce that we have partnered with the NFHS Network, and invested in new technology that will bring you every game from our Main Gym and Stadium LIVE.
Here's how to watch:
1) Visit www.NFHSnetwork.com
2) Search for Woodson and go to our page
3) Subscribe and Follow - There is a fee to subscribe this year, it is no longer a free service.
Thank you for you continued support of Cavalier Athletics. We look forward to bringing you top notch broadcasts of our athletic events!
RESOURCES FOR WOODSON STUDENTS, PARENTS & FAMILIES
 College & Career Center News
The College & Career Center is open from 7:30 am – 3:30 pm in E 109. Students are welcome to come by before or after school, during Returns/Lunch, or send an email to schedule an appointment at cliebmosley@fcps.edu. Christine Lieb-Mosley, College and Career Specialist, 703-503-4661
Click here for all College & Career Center news and upcoming events
Christine Lieb-Mosley
College and Career Specialist, 703-503-4661
Scouting Night - Wednesday, September 28th
Free SAT Math Prep Sessions
Woodson dad, Rick Neifield, is offering free SAT math prep sessions to Woodson students via Zoom.
Sign up here. Direct inquiries and questions to Rick at richardneifeld@gmail.com
Woodson Math Center
Student math tutors are available during 5th period return, 5th period lunches and after school Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 3:00-3:45pm.
All sessions take place in B208. Look for the Math Center Flag. Tutors are excited to help students!
Free Online Tutoring
FCPS students will continue to have unlimited access to 24/7, on-demand, online tutoring support services through Tutor.com. Students are able to use Tutor.com to review and/or practice in subject areas of interest or need.
In-person Tutoring Options
The tutor list contains the names of current FCPS employees who hold a valid and current teaching license in Virginia. These employees have contacted the Parent Resource Center to offer their services. The tutor list is updated monthly during the school year.
For a list of tutors, please email The Parent Resource Center prc@fcps.edu
FCPS NEWS & EVENTS
FCPS 2022-2023 School Year Calendar
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 Student Services no later than Friday, September 30th.
World Languages Credit Exam
The 2022 World Languages Credit Exam will be administered on Thursday, November 3rd, Wednesday, November 9th, and Thursday, November 10th.
Thirty (30) languages will be included: American Sign Language (ASL), 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.
Registration opens on Tuesday, September 6th at 8:00 a.m. and closes on Thursday, October 6th at 4:00 p.m. Late registrations will not be accepted.
School counselors will register students for the exam. Visit the FCPS Credit exam information page for more information.
“Shark Tank” Technology Challenge
The Fairfax Area 50+ Technology Committee is proud to announce the 7th Annual Fairfax Area Student “Shark Tank” Technology Challenge. The competition is open to all high school students in Fairfax County, Fairfax City, and the City of Falls Church.
Students in the competition will develop a device or mobile app that will have a positive impact on the lives of older adults, adults with disabilities, or caregivers. Students are encouraged to be innovative and creative. Potential projects may be a mobile app, web service, robotic or assistive device, or any combination of those. Cash prizes will be awarded to the winners by IntegrityOne Partners, the event sponsor.
Learn more about the technology challenge, the timeline and how to enter. Read about last year’s winners, who designed a walker to assist patients with Parkinson’s disease.
REPEAT INFORMATION FOR REFERENCE
WeMail
This communication is emailed out every Tuesday of the school year and also posted on the PTSO Facebook page and webpage.
Have something to share? If you have information you’d like to be considered for inclusion in WeMail, contact Jill Battaglia (PTSO Communications) at BattagliaWTW@gmail.com
Sports and Activities Resources
 Activity Registration - wtwoodson-ar.rschooltoday.com
Woodson Athletics - www.wtwoodsonsports.com
FCPS Student Athletics - www.fcps.edu/activities/student-athletics
Woodson Clubs & Organizations
Click here for a complete list and details of Woodson's clubs & organizations
Contact the sponsor listed for more information.
Attendance
Attendance is critical to student success in the classroom.
If your student will be absent from school, a parent/guardian must notify the attendance office. Below is a quick guide for reporting all-day absences, late arrivals, and early check-outs from school.
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
- Wednesday - 2:55pm - 4:00pm (when late buses start)
Any other time you should try to make an appointment using a ticket from the Support Portal.
Family Life Education - Information and Opt-Out Forms
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) provides a comprehensive, sequential Family Life Education (FLE) program for students in grades kindergarten through grade twelve. Instruction is seen as a partnership among parents and guardians, the school, and the community in supporting the learning essential to the development of strong families, positive relationships, and a healthy community.
If you would like to view the FLE materials, please fill out this form. Blair Smith, Director of Student Activities, will set up a time for you to come in and view hard copies for each grade level of FLE materials.
Parents/guardians may choose to opt their child out of all or part of the Family Life Education program. Students who are opted out are provided with age-appropriate, nonpunitive alternative health instruction, and every effort is made to foster respect for family choices. If you wish to opt your child out of all or part of FLE for this school year, please complete the opt-out forms located on the FCPS website. Completed opt-out forms can be returned to the school main office.
Detailed grade-level program descriptions are available online at High School (9-12). FLE grade level-specific lessons and media that FCPS has streaming rights for are available for parents online in Schoology. Parents/guardians login to Schoology using the same username and password as their Student Information System (SIS) Parent account. Grade level-specific lessons are also available at the City of Fairfax Regional Library (this location does not have media). Grade level-specific lessons and media that is not streamed online are available for review at your child’s school library. Due to copyright permissions, we are unable to stream all media online.
Program questions may be addressed at your child’s school or by contacting Instructional Services at 571-423-4550 or by contacting Carrie Reynolds, Health and Physical Education Coordinator at cfreynolds@fcps.edu.
Student Parking Passes - ENFORCEMENT BEGAN MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12
There are 2 steps to purchase a student parking pass: 1) Complete the Parking Permit Application 2) Pay on MySchoolBucks. Navigate to the School Store, select the option for a parking permit, and check out. Bring your printed receipt with you when picking up your permit. Click here for the Woodson Student Parking website
COVID Diagnostic Testing Dates
COVID-19 diagnostic testing is available at no cost for all currently enrolled FCPS students on select dates throughout the year when transmission may be highest. Diagnostic testing is provided at designated times and locations for those who are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 or have been in close contact with someone diagnosed with COVID-19.
Testing will be available September 12-14. Visit the testing website for information on locations and how to register for an appointment.
FCPS COVID Protocol
FCPS will continue to follow the guidance of national, state, and local health experts when determining the layered prevention strategies that are needed to keep our schools safe and open for learning. It is important that we all work together towards this goal.
Detailed information can be found in the Health and Safety Guidance Document.
Staying Home When Sick
FCPS continues to require families to review the Daily Health Screening before sending students to school. The 5 Day Isolation Period will also continue for COVID positive students and staff.
Quick Links to Additional Resources
2022-23 PTSO Officers
Miklos Kiss - President
Lena McGinn - VP Membership
Diane Raffaele - Secretary
Kyle Durbin - Treasurer
Jill Battaglia - Communications
Sara Mastro - Grants Coordinator
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