From the Principal's Desk

Fairfax County Public Schools sent this bulletin at 09/30/2022 03:11 PM EDT
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In this Issue

1.  From the Principal's Desk 

2.  Paying for College Night

3.  Join the CHS PTSA (Class contest!)

4.  Weekend Grab Bag

5.  Student Bus Passes

6.  Innovation Lab Manager/Instructor Needed

7.  Calendar Reminders

8.  Recognitions

9.  Recent Student Successes

1.  From the Principal's Desk

Dear Members of the Chantilly Community:

Good afternoon. I came across this article and thought I should share it. I think every parent hopes that their child finds their calling or passion in life. While some young people know from an early age what they want to do with themselves, most do not. I have often remarked that students “take off” at different times and that finding one’s passion is rarely a linear process. I’ve shared that I, for example, did not decide to become an educator until after I graduated college and took a job in business that I didn’t like. My daughter, on the other hand, had some great teachers at Chantilly that lead her to discover a love for architecture that she is now studying in college. How can we as parents help our sons and daughters find their way? The author below offers some suggestions to consider.

Have a great weekend,

Scott

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2.  Paying for College Night

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PAYING FOR COLLEGE: The Financial Aid Process

For Class of 2023 Seniors sand Parents/Guardians

Thursday, October 6, 2022

7:00 p.m.

Fairfax High School Auditorium

3501 Lion Run, Fairfax, VA 22030

Presented by College Access Fairfax. College Access Fairfax is committed to helping FCPS students with the complex task of acquiring financial aid for post-secondary education. 

Presentation Topics:

  • Understanding financial aid
  • How the financial aid process works
  • Steps families need to take to secure financial aid

No pre-reservation is required. 

Spanish & Arabic Interpretation will be available.

3.  Join the CHS PTSA (Class contest!)

Chantilly HS PTSA is here to support our school community! CHS is truly fortunate in having a diverse community of families, and we would like to see this represented in our PTSA membership. Join by October 31 and we will donate $200 to the ANGP budget of the Class of 202X board with the highest membership from students and parents!  We are currently at: 38% Class of 2027, 26% Class of 2026, 19% Class of 2023, 18% Class of 2024.

4.  Weekend Grab Bag

Please Support Chantilly High School's Weekend Grab Bag Using Our Amazon Wish List

An Amazon Wish List for CHS's Weekend Grab Bag has been created for the needs of some of our students. The program provides non-perishable items and a few other items for students who are identified as experiencing food insecurity. We partner with Western Fairfax Christian Ministries (WFCM.) They provide perishable food items and Chantilly provides non-perishable items. Please use the following link Weekend Grab Bag to access the Wish List. You can also drop off donations at Chantilly High School Attn: Dana Condemi. Please use the wish list as a buying guide.  You can also share the Wish List link on your social media accounts. Thank you for your support! Questions or would like to assist with this valuable program? Contact Mary Beth at mwalmsley@mpu-1.com

5.  Student Bus Passes

Did you know: All Fairfax County middle and high school students can get a Student Bus Pass to ride the Fairfax Connector and Fairfax CUE bus for free. Fares are free from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week, all year, with the pass. Learn more about Student Pass online. Complete the application and return it to your school office. 

6.  Innovation Lab Manager/Instructor Needed

With the help from Asha-Jyothi, Chantilly opened the first technology-based maker space at the high school level in FCPS. We are looking for someone to help manage our Innovation Lab and instruct students. It is located within the library at Chantilly HS. Ideal candidates have experience with technology-based applications, including but not limited to: 3D scanning and printing, virtual reality, audio/visual production, robotics, and Arduinos. We are open to consider candidates from a wide variety of backgrounds and are willing to provide training. Pay can be either hourly or via salary plus benefits. Please contact Sue McCallister at 703-222-8102 or at skmccalliste@fcps.edu if you are interested or have questions.

7.  Calendar Reminders

Wednesday, October 5, is a holiday for teachers and students.

8.  Recognitions

Congratulations to the school newspaper, The Purple Tide, for receiving a first class award with two marks of distinction from the National Scholastic Press Association. You can check out their articles on the news website at

www.chantillynews.org.

Golf competed in the Regional Tournament at Algonkian.  Chantilly finished in 5th place.  Connor McCarthy finished in 6th place and qualified for the State Tournament.  Patrick O’Rourke finished in a tie for 14th place.

9.  Recent Student Successes

This is the next installment for the school year of what will 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 plan to meet with recognized students each week to congratulate them in person.

  • Jack Morgan is a very quiet but outstanding PE student. He is the type of student you know will always do what he is supposed to in class. Just recently, we ran the VA Wellness pacer test assessment and Jack rocked out 120! This score would be considered EXCEPTIONAL and is the highest score of any of our PE students this year.  Ms. Melissa Bibbee
  • Dylan Nguyen has emerged this year as an engaging, hardworking student who is passionate about becoming the best version of himself. He embraces strength training as a way to not only improve his physique and strength, but to also improve his focus and discipline. Mr. Sean Curry
  • Yesily Ramos Herrera is an active participant in all aspects of class. Throughout each class period he drives discussions, volunteers answers, and gives his best effort. He is a positive role model to his classmates.  Mr. John Glufling
  • Evan Ross always comes prepared to PE ready to participate with a great attitude. He gets involved with all of the activities offered. He is a great PE student!  Ms. Kristina Plaugher
  • Benjamin Smith does a great job!  Keep up the good work!  Mr. Frank Hamby
  • Ernesto Solano-Herrera works very hard in class to complete his work. He always greets me with a question or a simple hello each morning. I love how he makes an effort to form relationships with his peers through conversations each day.  Ms. Carmen Wise
  • Declan Westenbroek is an extremely kind and generous student who actively listens and helps out his peers on every opportunity given. He is a responsible and valuable group member and classmate!  Ms. Maryam BenOmran