Justice Junction - Community News & Updates - October 14, 2022

October 24, 2022

Hello Justice HS Students, Families, and Community Members,

We’ve had a weekend full of homecoming activities, Justice pride, and winning! On Saturday our cheer team won the National District Cheer Championship for the second time, two years in a row! Our very own Debbie O’Rourke walked away crowned the National District Cheer Coach of the Year; and student, Dani Obregon, was awarded National District Cheerleader of the Year.  Tonight, our volleyball team will take on Falls Church HS for the 1^st round of district volleyball.

I’d like to publicly thank Mr. Thompson, Mr. Noyes, Ms. Taylor, staff/parent volunteers and the entire SGA for the hard work put into making last week’s homecoming activities a successful and memorable event!

This Friday marks the end of the first quarter of the 2022-2023 school year and is a 2-hour early release day.  Monday, October 31^st is a Teacher Workday, and there is no school for students.  1^st Quarter report cards will be distributed to students on Monday, November 7^th during Advisory.

Read below for additional amazing opportunities and important news for students and parents. Please let me know if you have any questions.

 

Tiffany I. Narcisse, Principal

Empower our school, embrace our community, and educate to build positive futures as global citizens together.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Below you will find important upcoming dates and a variety of information for the upcoming school year.   

~LGBTQIA+ History Month ~

~Breast Cancer Awareness Month ~

~Disability History and Awareness Month~

• October 24^th – Diwali (No School for staff/students)
• October 28^th – End of Quarter (Early Release Schedule)
• October 31^st – Teacher Workday (No School for Students)
• November 8th – Election Day (No School for staff/students)
• November 9th – Safety & Wellness Information Session | 6:00 PM (In-Person)
• November 11^th - School Planning Day/Veterans Day (No School for Students)
• November 23rd -25^th - Thanksgiving Break
• June 7^th – Class of 2023 Graduation

 

 

                                                      

 

 

 

 

 

Safety & Wellness Information Session

We as a school would like to share both what we are doing to support a healthy environment as well as resources available for those who are concerned about a friend or loved one. On Wednesday, November 9th at 6:00 PM, we will host an in-person Safety & Wellness Information Session.  This session will be facilitated by our very own Colleen Lally, in collaboration with the FCPS Student Safety & Wellness Office as an informal session for parents and answer any questions they may have around these issues.

Drug use- whether illegal or illicit- is a serious concern.  If you are the parent of a child and you have concerns, please reach out to your child’s administrator if you would like to set up a confidential meeting for your child and the Substance Abuse Prevention specialist. Fairfax County also has a number of additional resources available.  Please see this list for more resources. 

Together we can help to keep our students safe.

 

 

Opportunity for Students to Help Inform FCPS’ Future

You may have heard FCPS is developing a Strategic Plan that will serve as the school division’s roadmap for the future. We encourage every parent/caregiver, student, employee, and community member to participate in this important work. 

The first engagement opportunity will be an optional survey, which will be open to students in grades 3-12. Knowing what is important to students will be very helpful to Dr. Reid, as she leads the planning of FCPS’ future. All schools, including ours, will schedule a date and time during the school day to administer the survey between November 2-18. If you would prefer that your child not participate, you may opt your child out of taking the survey. Please visit FCPS’ website for more information.

 

 

Justice Rowing Annual Wreath, Poinsettia & Coffee Fundraiser

That chill in the air means it’s time for the Justice H.S. Rowing annual Wreath, Poinsettia & Coffee fundraiser! Justice Rowing is 100% self-funded and they rely on donations and fundraisers to keep student-athlete rowers equipped, coached, safe, and competitive on the water. Your community support makes all the difference. 

The online SHOP IS OPEN for orders today through October 30^th. Visit www.justicerowing.org/shop/.

Greenery makes a thoughtful gift with delivery across the continental U.S. before 12/10. Local orders will be available for pickup on 12/3. For brochure and ordering options, go to www.bit.ly/JusticeWPC2022.

 

 

JUSTICE HS PTSA NEWS

Announcing the Wolfshack, Justice PTSA‘s school store and resource pantry! In preparation for our grand opening next month, please consider donating food, essentials, money, or Amazon gift cards to stock the Wolf shack. Click on (or copy and paste) the link below to access our Amazon Smile wish list. All donations will be shipped directly to the pantry. Also, please consider signing up for subscribe and save to make regularly scheduled donations. Stay tuned for more information on volunteering and opening day.

 

https://www.amazon.com/hz/charitylist/ls/2H02J86SL2U91/ref=smi_ext_lnk_lcl_cl

 

 

PTSA: Parent, Teacher & Students Association

PTA is a national nonprofit membership organization whose mission is to make every student’s potential a reality. At the high school level, students can also join to participate and hold leadership positions.

Get Involved! Become a member of the PTSA ($10 for the school year). You will have a vote in planning our community programs. The more members the PTA has at the school, state, and national levels, the stronger our voice.

CLICK-ON or SCAN the QR code to access our store and buy memberships, swag, and donate to our programs! 

 

 

 

 

 

GO TO: www.justicehsptsa.org - join us & see events (meetings & programs are open to all)!

* Click here to sign up to receive JHS PTSA emails via News You Choose (select Justice HS PTSA under Justice High School).

> Follow us: Facebook: @justicehsptsa; Twitter: @justichsptsa; and Instagram: @justicehsptsa.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

News You Choose - The following weekly letters are sent to all members who have signed up for News You Choose.  If you are not receiving these messages, please go to this link to sign-up.  Below you will find which day messages are sent out to the community.

• Monday – Activities Office Newsletter
• Wednesday - PTSA newsletter
• Friday – Principal’s Newsletter (Justice Junction)

weCare@school  - This emergency care information system is available to FCPS parents/guardians who have a SIS ParentVUE account. Parents can enter and update their children’s medical data at their convenience online. Contact information provided automatically enrolls parents to receive eNotify communications from the district and their child’s school.

Naviance - Naviance Student is a comprehensive website designed for parents of middle and high school students who are making decisions about academic plans, colleges, and careers.  Student Services uses this platform to send out up to date information for your student.

 

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