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The faculty and staff at CVHS wishes everyone a happy and healthy holiday season! Enjoy the winter break! We will see everyone back at school on Tuesday, January 3rd.
Winter Spirit Week - 12/12 - 12/16
Winter Break School Office Closure
With the exception of any scheduled meetings, CVHS School Offices will be closed over the winter break.
Winter Coat Giveaway, Mon., 12/12 @ 3:00 in CVHS Family Resource Room
If you are aware of someone needing a winter coat, please share the following information. Thank you.
FCPS/Sully Station FCPD Present Program Re Risky Behavior in Teens, Mon., 12/12 @ 6:30 at Liberty Middle
There will be a parent presentation called Hidden in Plain Sight on December 12th from 6:30-8:45 pm by Sully Station FCPD and FCPS located in the Liberty Middle School cafeteria and sponsored by the Liberty PTA.
“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.”
Students vs. Staff Volleyball Game, Tues., 12-13 @ 7:15pm
Come watch our students play against the staff in an epic volleyball game. It will take place in the gym. Tickets are $5.00 and booster passes won’t be accepted. SGA sponsored event.
Chorus & Guitar Concert, Thurs., 12-15 @ 7:00pm
Please mark your calendar and plan to join us for our CVHS winter concert for Chorus & Guitar on December 15th at 7:00pm in the auditorium.
Gap Year Information
FCPS’ School Counseling Services and Go Overseas are co-hosting the annual FCPS Gap Year Fair on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, at West Springfield High School from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. This event is for high school students and parents who are interested in learning more about the growing array of gap year opportunities. The evening will begin with a presentation in the auditorium from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m., by Julia Rogers, Founder of EnRoute Consulting and Gap Year Association Board President. Immediately following the presentation, the program fair will be held in the cafeteria from 7:15 to 9:00 p.m., with representatives from over 40 programs offering gap year opportunities. Students and their families are invited to meet the representatives and learn about the variety of experiences available.
Students are encouraged to pre-register for this event. For more information, visit: USA Gap Year Fairs.
**In the event of inclement weather on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, the Gap Year Fair will be held on Thursday, February 2, 2023, at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m.
FCPS Inclement Weather Policy
FCPS’ inclement weather procedures will remain the same as last year. The first five inclement weather days will be traditional “snow days” with no school activities. After those five days, we will use the flexibility provided by the Virginia General Assembly to have unscheduled virtual learning days, whenever possible, to maintain the continuity of learning. Virtual learning on these days will be synchronous/live instruction, following the inclement weather virtual learning day schedule (includes a two-hour delay).
FCPS’ website is generally the first mode of communication during emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated.
Mental Health, Coping & Addiction
One in four Americans suffers from a mental illness. Almost 3 in 5 people with mental illness will receive no treatment or medication. In 2019, an estimated 47.6 million adults (19% of the country) had a mental illness, but only 43% received any kind of mental health care (Johns Hopkins). There are many reasons why a person may turn to drugs or alcohol initially, including using these mind-altering substances as a coping mechanism for stress, difficult emotions, physical ailments, and other issues. Drugs and alcohol can provide a temporary respite from reality and everyday life. They can enhance pleasure and decrease inhibitions and anxiety. Drug use can be an unhealthy coping mechanism. Coping mechanisms are habits formed over time that serve to help a person manage situations or stress levels. Not all coping mechanisms are maladaptive or destructive; however, addiction is both.
Before using drugs as a coping strategy here are some recommendations for a healthier mindset. The goal is to identify the “void” or issue and work towards healing. In the meantime, experts recommend diet and exercise as great places to start. See your Primary Care Physician and a therapist if needed. Quality sleep is also a major factor in a healthy mind. Surround yourself with good people and don’t be afraid to ask for help when you need it.
For general questions about the FCPS Substance Abuse Prevention Program, please contact the Office of Student Safety & Wellness at: (571) 423-4270. For further information and support, email Dawn Brower dcbrower@fcps.edu our CVHS Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist.
Resources:
Substance Use Disorder info
FCPS Social Work
Important Upcoming Dates
Mon.., 12/12 - Hidden In Plain Sight Presentation, 6:30pm, Liberty Middle
Tues., 12/13 - Students vs Staff Volleyball Game, 7:15pm, $5.00 at door
Thurs., 12/15 - Chorus & Guitar Concert, 7:00pm
Mon., Dec. 19 - Mon., Jan. 2 - Winter Break
Mon., Jan. 16 - Holiday -Martin Luther King’s Birthday
Tues., Jan. 17 - PTSA, 7:00pm, Library
Wed., Jan. 18 - Curriculum Night, 6:30pm, Auditorium
Wed., Jan. 25 - End of 2nd Quarter - 2-hour early dismissal
Thurs., Jan 26 - Staff Development - No Students
Fri., Jan. 27 - Teacher Workday - No Students
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