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Important Dates
January 30 - Junior Family College Night (Virtual)
January 31 - Sleep and Academic Performance Workshop (Virtual)
February 7 - U.S. Service Academy & ROTC night
February 9 - Roadmap to College (Virtual)
February 13-16 - Instruction 2 Industry: A Career Expo for Students
February 20 - No School, Presidents' Day
March 2 - 2 Hr. Early Release
March 3 - Student Holiday, School Planning Day
March 7 - Oakton Pyramid Substance Use Presentation
March 23 - Ramadan begins, Religious and Cultural Observance Day
April 3-7 - Spring Break, No School
April 13 - End of Passover, Religious and Cultural Observance Day; 2 Hr. Early Release; End of 3rd Quarter
April 14 - Student Holiday, Teacher Workday;
April 21 - No School, Eid al Fitr
General Information
ParentVue/StudentVue Availability
The GradeBook and Report Card modules in ParentVUE and StudentVUE will be closed Wednesday, January 25, at 4 p.m. until Monday, February 6, at 6:00 a.m.
Buy Your Yearbook Today
Yearbooks are on sale now! Last year the yearbook sold out, so don’t risk it – buy early! Yearbooks are currently $75 for the base package. Senior baby ads are also still available through February 3. To buy a yearbook or a senior baby ad, visit www.yearbookordercenter.com and use code 4770! Questions? Email jsmorrison@fcps.edu.
Partners for Safe Teen Driving
All students enrolled in Classroom Driver Education during the 2022-2023 school year must attend an in-person Partners for Safe Teen Driving (PSTD). The presentation is connected to successful classroom instruction and must be completed to receive a DEC-District 8 card (pink card). The parent-teen traffic safety presentation (PSTD) will be offered multiple times during the school year at Oakton. Students and their parents/guardians should plan to attend the presentation at Oakton at your earliest convenience.
All PSTDs begin promptly. Late admission will not be allowed.
Remaining Dates 2022-2023
- Monday, March 27, 6:30pm in the Auditorium
- Monday, May 15, 6:30pm in the Auditorium
These sessions are intended for Sophomores. Juniors and Seniors can attend a session through Adult and Community Education.
PSTD nights are not available to freshmen.
Instruction 2 Industry: A Career Expo for Students
During the week of February 13-16, 2023, the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce and school divisions across the region are hosting a Career Fair with panel discussions. Industry experts in multiple fields will be speaking about their professional journeys and providing valuable insight into how to achieve your own success. A virtual, but live, event, Instruction 2 Industry, is free to all Northern Virginia high school students.
For more information about the schedule and to register for the event visit the see the Oakton HS Parent Schoology course. Information has also been posted for students in the Oakton HS Student Schoology course.
U.S. Service Academy & ROTC Night
Please join us for the U.S. Service Academy & ROTC Night at Oakton High School. The event is for students and parents and will start in the auditorium and transition to the cafeteria. Please see the flyer below for additional information. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mr. McClam, Oakton's College and Career Specialist (emcclam@fcps.edu).
 Student Services Updates
Junior Family College Night – January 30, 2023 at 6pm (Virtual)
Junior families please mark your calendars for Junior Family College Night. This event is for both junior students and their families to hear directly from college admissions representatives in a panel format. There will be a 30-minute Q&A session at the end.
Topics include:
- Finding the Right Fit
- Components of the College Application
- Starting the College Search
The zoom link was emailed out to all families on January 26 via eNotify "Oakton High School."
Save the Date: January 31 at 7pm: Sleep and Academic Performance Workshop (Virtual)
Join Dr. Tracy Davenport on January 31 at 7pm for a one hour virtual workshop about sleep and how simple changes can lead to big gains in academic performance and overall health. This workshop will focus on how parents can support the sleep for their teens as well as gain insight into their own sleep habits. Both parents and students are welcome to attend. A zoom link and email will be provided to all families January 30. The workshop will be recorded and posted to the parent section of Schoology.
A link to this event will be emailed out to all families, no prior registration needed.
Save the Date: February 9 at 7pm: Roadmap to College: Strategies to Help 9th & 10th Grade Students with Guest Speaker Ann Dolin (Virtual)
Roadmap to College: Strategies to Help 9th & 10th Grade Students Rise Above the Competition
We’re pleased to invite Oakton High School parents and students to join Educator and Author Ann Dolin, M.Ed., to learn what 9th and 10th graders need to start doing now to stand out later.
At this virtual event on February 9th at 7 PM, Ann will share insight on:
✓ How the college admissions landscape is continually changing and what it means for your family
✓ The most significant factors that now determine whether a student will be admitted to their dream school
✓ How freshman and sophomores can use their interests and accomplishments to craft a narrative throughout high school to help their future applications stand out
✓ Ways to know if and when your child should prep for the ACT/SAT— or if they should skip the tests altogether
✓ How starting this process early in high school can move a “dream school” into the “target" range
Please register in advance so we may send your family the Zoom link. We can't wait to see you there! The registration link was emailed out on Thursday, January 26 via eNotify. It was also posted on Oakton HS Parent Schoology Course under updates.
2023-24 College Financial Aid Forms Are Available; College Access Fairfax Is Here to Help
It’s time for high school seniors and their families to complete college financial aid forms. Most colleges require that the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) be completed by Wednesday, March 1, to receive the maximum financial aid possible in fall 2023. Some schools have even earlier priority deadlines, so check the individual college’s financial aid office website for deadlines and specific forms to complete. To begin the FAFSA, you will need to create a FSA ID.
A funding opportunity is available for students who are unable to complete the FAFSA; the Virginia Alternative State Aid (VASA) program. Visit the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia website for help in determining which aid option is right for you.
There are several College Access Fairfax recordings, virtual workshops, and resources available for viewing College Access Fairfax website. College Access Fairfax’s Financial Aid Champions also provide help completing the financial aid forms. To request a one-on-one appointment, please email appointments@collegeaccessfairfax.org.
Student Services Newsletter
Happy New Year Cougars! Check out Student Services January newsletter to learn more about course registration including the schedule, resources, and summer learning opportunities. The newsletter also reviews December highlights and upcoming events.
Course Registration 2023-2024 - Timeline
Below you will find the timeline for academic advising and course registration for next school year. Please reach out to your student's current school counselor with any questions you may have.
- December 14: Course Selection Overview in Advisory (Students)
- January 5: Curriculum Night for Parents and Students
- Rising Seniors
○ January 3 & 4: Classroom Lessons in US/VA History
○ January 5 - 25: Individual Counselor Meeting
- Rising Juniors
○ January 30 & 31: Classroom Lessons in HPE 10
○ February 1 - 10: Individual Counselor Meetings
- Rising Sophomores
○ February 13 & 14: Classroom Lessons in HPE 9
○ February 15 - 28: Individual Counselor Meetings
- Rising Freshmen
○ January 10: Franklin & Thoreau Middle Schools
○ January 11: Carson Middle School
All students need to have their course selections made by March 1, 2023. Following that date, no changes will be made pending the county-wide staffing process. Once that process is complete, schedules are opened briefly (typically in June). Course change requests can only be accommodated at that time if space and availability allows.
High School 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 be provided with opportunities to participate in a variety of career experiences including shadowing, mentoring, and/or internships with local businesses.
Learn more and find the calendar of Academy Open Houses.
Student Yoga Sessions
Throughout the year, Oakton will offer yoga sessions during return periods for students to relax and reenergize.
Remaining Yoga Dates
January 31
February 14 & 21
March 6 & 20
April 17 & 24
May 22
June 6
Schedule Changes
At this time, we are accepting schedule change requests. School counselors and administrators will try to accommodate course change requests, however, due to staffing restraints, classes are extremely limited. Students interested in a schedule change should see their school counselor for the "Schedule Change Request Form". All forms need to have detailed information from student, parent, school counselor and teacher prior to being reviewed by the administration.
FCPS News
FCPS This Week
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Community Feedback on Calendars
- Text-to-Speech Function on Websites
- Summer Camps Information
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, sign up today.
Why Do We Need a Strategic Plan?
The Strategic Planning process is well underway, with the Community Forums beginning in less than three weeks. But, why do we need a new strategic plan?
Similar to a roadmap, a strategic plan clearly defines the best route for us to take in the years ahead to reach our goals. Our students are preparing for careers that don’t exist today. In order to keep pace with these needs, we need to rethink our plans for the future—and how we will best serve our students for this new era.
Register Now for Community Forums!
Visit our Strategic Planning webpage for the schedule of Community Forums. Register for the one that is most convenient for you and get more information on our exciting Strategic Planning process!
Service Learning Updates
Service Learning Enrichment Opportunities
In an effort to highlight enrichment experiences that can connect service learning for students, FCPS has put together a brief one page document with various enrichment experiences. All of these experiences are posted in the Naviance Enrichment Database, but we also wanted to highlight them for our community in case any students might be interested.
Service Learning and X2VOL
All students at Oakton are encouraged to use X2VOL via their Naviance account to record and continue to record all Service Learning completed throughout the school year. The deadline for seniors to enter their service hours is Thursday, April 20, 2023. Any hours submitted after this deadline are not guaranteed to be approved before the central office pull of data on May 1, 2023. Students may access information and help for X2VOL via Naviance using the following link https://help.x2vol.com/knowledge/for-naviance-schools
 Health and Wellness Updates
Substance Use Presentations
FCPS is dedicated to providing parents and community members with the most accurate and up-to-date information on youth substance use, prevention, addiction, interventions and available supports. Please join us and our partners from the Fairfax County Police Department and Community Services Board as we discuss these topics as well as the ongoing opioid crisis. Attendees will walk away with an understanding of:
- Alcohol, nicotine, cannabis, and opioid.
- List what you can do as a caregiver.
- How to identify and connect with community resources.
The Oakton Pyramid presentation will be held on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 from 6-8pm in the Oakton High School Lecture Hall. This presentation is for adults only.
Health and Safety Guidance Document
The FCPS Health and Safety guidance document has been updated for this school year. Please see this site for more information.
Emergency Resources
Crisis Link Regional Hotline 703-527-4077
Crisis Text Text NEEDHELP to 85511
Dominion Hospital Emergency 703-536-2000
INOVA Emergency 703-289-7560
Merrifield Center Emergency 703-573-5979 TTY dial 711
Life Threatening 911
Safety and Security Updates
Anonymous Tip Line Puts Safety First
If you or your child have concerns or information relating to feeling unsafe in any way at school, we encourage you to reach out to a member of the security or administrative team so that we may quickly address the issue. Students and parents may also utilize the FCPS Office of Safety and Security safety tip line, that you can access anonymously online, by text (888-777; Keyword TIP FCPS), or by phone (571-423-2020).
If your tip is an emergency and immediate assistance is necessary, please dial 911.
Students, staff, and community members should report school safety issues such as threats, unsafe or dangerous situations, illegal drug activity, theft, gang activity, the existence of weapons, vandalism, and concerns about student wellness. Tip line users may identify themselves or remain anonymous.
Concerns that do not impact the safety of our schools—concerns or information about programs, regulations, or policies—can be sent to the FCPS ombudsman online, at 571-423-4014, or ombudsman@fcps.edu.
PTSA News & Information
General PTSA Updates
Class of 2023: Senior Yard Signs
Only a handful of "Home of a Senior" yard signs remain! Last chance to buy! All profits go towards the Class of 2023's All Night Grad Party. We also welcome your donations to help make this party a success. Please copy and paste this link to purchase: https://oaktonhsptsa.ptboard.com/formvw?store=3290&form=4.
Any questions or to join the committee, please send an email to 2023angp@gmail.com.
Oakton Pantry
The Pantry continues to see an increased demand for breakfast and lunch/dinner snack packs. Students in Ms. Rose's Cat B class are working hard to assemble the packs and distribute them around the school each week.
We are so grateful for the donations and financial contributions that the Pantry continues to receive. Special gratitude for the generous grant we were sent in memory of Dr. Tomas F. De Leon of the Philippines.
To learn more about the Pantry and see a list of our needed items, please visit our website at https://oaktonpantry.com/ (copy and paste link).
 Parent Resources
Parent Information Line
Parents who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese can call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS and to receive support if they are having difficulty communicating with their children's schools due to a language barrier.
Parent Resource Center
The FCPS Parent Resource Center offers a wide variety of information and resources to support the success of all students. This includes monthly workshops and webinars. More information can be found on the FCPS website, including registration information.
February 2023
إستراتيجيات ووسائل لدعم الأسرة للتعامل مع الضغوطات النفسيةسلسله ندوات مجانية من جزئين مقدمه باللغة العربية عبر الانترنت
الجمعة الموافق 9 ديسمبر/كانون الأول 2022، الساعة 10 صباحاً
الجمعة الموافق 3 فبراير/شباط 2023، الساعة 10 صباحا
يسر مركز موارد الأباء بمدارس فيرفاكس بالتعاون مع مكتب الخدمات العائلية في منطقة شمال فرجينيا، أن يدعوكم للانضمام لنا في ندوة عبر الإنترنت من جزئين حول التعامل مع الضغط النفسي (التوتر) والعلاقات الأسرية.
الجزء 2:
· أثر الضغوطات النفسية على الأطفال.
· كيف يمكن أن يتصرف الأطفال الذين يعانون من ضغوطات نفسية.
· استراتيجيات لمساعدة العائلة على دعم أطفالها الذين يعانون من ضغوطات نفسية.
تقديم الأخصائيات بمكتب الخدمات العائلية في منطقة شمال فرجينيا
ساره العامري، مستشارة مُجازة في الصحة العقلية، تتحدث لغتين ومشرفة برنامج.
هنادة زين الدين، مقيمة واستشارية، خدمات الصحة العقلية تتحدث لغتين.
للتسجيل عبر الانترنت.
استعرض هذه الصفحة الخاصة بالمعلومات عن الندوات إذا كنت ترغب في المشاركة مع الاخرين لدعوتهم للتسجيل .
Meet the Author Series All Cats are on the Autism Spectrum by Kathy Hoopmann
Cats take a playful look at the world of autism, and these fun feline friends will strike a chord with all those who are familiar with children on the Autism Spectrum.
Join Kathy Hoopmann as she celebrates the diversity within this neurodiverse community by reading from her book and answering audience questions.
Thursday, February 9, 2023, 7 - 8 p.m.
Register for Meet the Author Series All Cats are on the Autism Spectrum by Kathy Hoopmann
Neurodiversity at Elementary Schools
How can families partner with schools?
- Strategies to set your child up for success
- How to advocate for your child
- Tools for collaborating with your child's school
February 10, 2023, 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Presented by Kristen Haynor, FCPS Neurodiversity Specialist
Register for Neurdoversity at Elementary Schools
Future Planning for Elementary and Middle School Students in Special Education
For families, caregivers, and educators of students receiving special education services.
Join Career and Transition Services (CTS) to learn about planning for life in and after high school!
It’s never too early or too late to prepare for your future. We want to help you start planning for a successful transition from school to life as a young adult.
- Ensuring the postsecondary success of our students with disabilities is dependent on what is known as transition planning. Please join CTS and other support service personnel for an evening focused on planning for the future.
- You will have the opportunity to meet and ask questions of representatives from CTS programs and services for students with disabilities, short- and long-term postsecondary supports, employment, and postsecondary education considerations, and Supported Decision Making, and student self-determination as an evidence-based predictor of post-school success.
- This event also includes a student/parent panel where members describe their firsthand experiences as they navigate Fairfax County Public Schools and plan for their child’s future. A question/answer session will follow.
- FCPS Educators register in MyPDE to receive 2 recertification points for attending the entire event
Register for Future Planning for Elementary and Middle School Students in Special Education
Supporting Mental Health Through Play
Join us for a 2-part interactive session designed for parents, caregivers, and educators to discover how incorporating more unstructured play & sensory foundational activities to support all young children’s development, including children with special needs and mental health concerns.
Session #1 Highlights: View the individual event page if you would like to share this event with others.
- The power of unstructured play in creating opportunities to build executive functioning skills
- Differences in play experiences over the past 30-40 years
- Benefits and Ways of incorporating unstructured play into a child’s day
Session #2 Highlights: View the individual event page if you would like to share this event with others.
- Angie Voss’ “power sensations” (movement & touch)
- Reflecting on our own temperaments, including sensory preferences, in order to provide a “goodness of fit” for our child or student
- Creating an environment where all young children can thrive
This webinar is presented by Early Childhood Special Education Assistant Director, Amber Gant, with George Mason’s Training and Technical Assistance Center.
Session 1: February 17, 2023, 10-11:30 a.m.
Session 2: February 24, 2023, 10-11:30 a.m.
Register for Supporting Mental Health Through Play
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