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Majors achieve and thrive together with purpose and pride!
Principal Chat
This is a reminder that the Principal Chat will be held Wednesday, January 18th, from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm. This will be a virtual meeting and can be accessed using this link. Please take a moment to add feedback to this document so that I will have an opportunity to prepare in advance.
FCPS CARES
The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for families, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story, so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees at Mount Vernon High School. You have no idea how much this would mean to our staff members.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend of Service Opportunities
FCPS students continue to find incredible ways to serve their community while building Portrait of a Graduate skills such as becoming an ethical and global citizen. FCPS is excited to collaborate again with Volunteer Fairfax for the upcoming Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend of Service, Saturday, January 14, to Monday, January 16. This service opportunity helps empower individuals and strengthens communities while honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Volunteer Fairfax will host several ways for the community to get involved including volunteer activities for students and adults of all ages. To learn more about the MLK Jr. Weekend of Service and the specific service activities, visit Volunteer Fairfax’s website.
Calendar Reminder: Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday
As a reminder, schools and offices will be closed on Monday, January 16, for the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday. Learn more about Martin Luther King Jr. See the complete 2022-23 School Year Calendar
Please mark your calendars with the important dates below.
MVHS Theatre Presents
MVHS Theatre Arts presents Choose Your Own Oz, a fun family-friendly choose-your-own-adventure adaptation of The Wizard of Oz! Performances will be January 20 at 7pm and January 21 at 2pm and 7pm. Ticket prices are $5 for children 5 and under; $7 for students; $8 for Military/Senior Citizens; and $10 General Admission. For tickets and more information, visit www.mvhstheatrearts.com/oz2023.
Preparing Families for Difficult Conversations
Student Activities
Winter Sports are in full swing. Home events:
Today: Boys Basketball vs Annandale
Tuesday: Girls Basketball vs Justice
Wednesday: Wrestling (Senior Night)
Friday: Boys Basketball vs TJ & Swim vs Annandale (Senior Night)
Come out and support your Majors.
We would like to give recognition to the following athletes for placing at the Mighty Mustangs Girls Division Tournament Thursday at Meridian High School.
- Ryleigh Smith – Jr – 1st place
- Gabriela Portillo Andrade – So – 1st place
- Lixsi Ferufino Bonilla – Jr – 3rd place
- Dominique Inman – Sr – 3rd place
We are proud of you ladies for hard work and dedication to the team. GO MAJORS
Student Services Updates
Please save the date and join us for curriculum night on Tuesday, January 24th from 5:30 to 7:00 pm. In addition to curriculum night, all students now have the opportunity to explore electives via our MVHS Elective Google Site (fcpsschools.net access required, the site can only be opened by a student or staff account). Students and parents are also encouraged to explore classes in the 9th grade MVHS course catalog, this is accessible to all.
Gap Year Fair
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.
FCPS Academy Open Houses
FCPS high school academies will hold open houses for interested students beginning in mid-January. A high school academy is a center within a high school that offers advanced technical and specialized courses that can prepare students for postsecondary education and/or career fields. Students enrolling in Academy elective courses will have opportunities to participate in a variety of career experiences including shadowing, mentoring, and/or internships with local businesses. See below for information about West Potomac and Edison Academies.
- West Potomac Academy Open House January 18, 6 to 8 p.m.
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Edison Academy video; Open house: February 4, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
NOVA Information Sessions
Northern Virginia Community College will offer several virtual information sessions for current seniors & parents/guardians to learn about the opportunities, services & resources available. The sessions will be offered in English & Spanish. Please see the flyer for registration information. Questions? Please contact admissions@nvcc.edu.
Apprenticeship 101
FCPS Adult & Community Education (ACE) will offer a 12 week introduction to construction skills program. It’s an excellent opportunity for seniors who are interested in exploring opportunities in a trade after high school. Students earn 80 hours of apprenticeship related instruction, industry recognized credentials and can connect with employers. See the flyer for additional detail.
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