WTW PTSO WeMail for February 7


WeMail is distributed every Tuesday to update the Woodson community on PTSO news, school news, and upcoming events. 

  1. SCHEDULE REMINDERS
  2. PTSO NEWS
  3. WOODSON NEWS & EVENTS
  4. WOODSON CLUBS & ACTIVITIES
  5. CAVS SPORTS
  6. FUNDRAISERS
  7. RESOURCES FOR WOODSON STUDENTS, PARENTS & FAMILIES
  8. FCPS NEWS & EVENTS
  9. REPEAT INFORMATION FOR REFERENCE

SCHEDULE REMINDERS


THIS WEEK

Monday, February 6 - Friday, February 10 - National School Counseling Week - Details under Woodson News & Events

Wednesday, February 8 - Sophomore Night, 6:30-8pm, Auditorium - Details under Woodson News & Events

Saturday, February 11 - Fire & Ice WInter Dance - Details under Woodson News & Events 

 

NEXT WEEK

Tuesday, February 14 - Virtual PTSO Meeting 

 

LOOKING AHEAD

Friday, February 24 - International Night - Potluck Contributors needed - Details under Woodson News & Events

 

FCPS 2022-2023 School Year Calendar

Woodson's Events & Activities Calendar


PTSO NEWS  


February PTSO Meeting

The next virtual PTSO meeting will be held next Tuesday, February 14 at 6:00 p.m. Link to join will be provided prior to the meeting.


WOODSON NEWS & EVENTS


National School Counseling Week

This is National School Counseling Week, and it highlights the tremendous impact school counselors have in helping students achieve academic success and planning for a career. School counselors work with students in a variety of different capacities, whether it is through classroom lessons, group sessions, or individual counseling. Learn more about the role of school counselors in FCPS.

We are so thankful for our Woodson School Counselors!

School Counselors

Back to School Night Parent Survey

The Woodson Administration is open to feedback for SY2023-24's Back to School Night (BTSN).

Take this Back to School Night Survey to share your thoughts on what works best for your family and what you want to see in BTSN this Fall. 


Woodson Student Services

Sophomore Night for the Class of 2025 will take place this Wednesday, February 8th from 6:30-8pm in the Woodson Auditorium.

  • Please join us to learn about College & Career Planning Resources and Next Steps for Rising Juniors. We will have Erin Slater, Director of Undergraduate Admissions at UNC Greensboro, speak about how to find your Best Fit College, what role parents are playing and how colleges make their admissions decisions. This event is for Sophomores & their Families. No registration required.

Academic Advising schedule

  • Juniors – most juniors will have their individual academic advising meeting with their school counselor sometime between Feb 6 and Feb 16 (these meetings will occur through History classes)
  • Sophomores – most sophomores will have their individual academic advising meetings with their school counselor sometime between Feb 17 and Feb 24 (these meetings will occur through PE classes)
  • Freshmen – most freshmen will have their individual academic advising meetings with their school counselor sometime between Feb 17 and Mar 10 (these meetings will occur through PE classes)

The Student Services Padlets are always a great source of information and updates from Student Services! If you need additional resources to help with organization, time management, study skills, etc., you can find them through our Academic Supports Padlet. As always, students are welcome to visit Student Services or email their counselors at any time.


US Service Academy & ROTC Program Night

Woodson's US Service Academy & ROTC Program Night is on Tuesday, February 7th at 7pm at Oakton HS.

The presentation will include a panel of experts from all military service academies and each branch of ROTC as well as a representative from a Congressional Office. Students have the opportunity to meet individually with the representatives, ask questions and pick up materials.

No pre-registration required. Open to ALL Grade Levels!


P.S. I Love You Day

The Woodson Leadership Class is hosting P.S. I LOVE YOU Day on Friday, February 10th. 

The goal of PS I Love You Day is to spread happiness and love to promote mental health awareness. We want to raise awareness among students about mental health in the hopes of making a difficult conversation easier.  

On Friday, February 10th, we encourage the Woodson community to wear purple to foster kindness and a welcoming environment.  Special PS. I Love You Day long sleeve shirts go on sale Monday, February 6th between the cafeterias for $20.


Winter Dance on February 11th

The Winter Dance is Saturday, February 11th, from 8-11 in the Aux gym. 

The winter dance, the Snow Ball, has returned after a two-year hiatus. The theme is Fire and Ice and the dress is festive formal (a step below semi-formal).

Tickets cost $10 and all proceeds from the dance benefit the Woodson Buddies. Tickets for the dance go on sale on-line Friday, January 27th. Tickets may also be purchased in-person during all lunches between the cafeterias beginning on Monday, January 30th. 

Purchase tickets online here: Purchase Tickets Here

Students bringing a date/friend from another school must complete the guest form. Guest forms can be picked up in the main office.

Fire and Ice Winter Dance

International Night

International Night will take place on Friday, February 24th!  This night offers a chance for the Woodson community to come together and celebrate its many cultures. At this time students, families, and friends are heavily encouraged to sign up to participate in the show's potluck, fashion show, and performances.

Students will be awarded service hours for all levels of participation. The sign up form is due on Monday, January 16th and rehearsals will take place Tuesday, February 14th (optional, but highly recommended), Wednesday, February 22nd, and Thursday, February 23rd (dress rehearsal) approximately 3:00-6:00 pm. 

If you have any questions please email wtwfortheculture@gmail.com 

International Night Potluck Contributors Needed

Woodson's International Night is looking for potluck contributors! This year, International Night will be held on Friday, February 24th. The event consists of a potluck in the cafeteria and a fashion show and performances in the auditorium. Organizers of the event would love teachers, families, and community members to help in contributing food for the event. 

As a potluck contributor you are not required to attend rehearsals but please arrive at 4:30 on February 24 to either drop off your food or prepare it for serving. Please aim to bring 30 or more servings to feed a crowd and fill out this form.

If you have any questions, please email wtwfortheculture@gmail.com.


WOODSON CLUBS & ACTIVITIES


Woodson Chorus

Congratulations to the following Woodson students who will participate in District XI Chorus this week.  They were selected by audition and will rehearse with their peers February 9-11, with a concert Saturday afternoon at West Springfield High School.  

Woodson District XI singers: Annie Barata, Audrey Boezer, Athene Bujard, Laiken Caldwell, Travis Conway, Miriam Fabrycky, Emma Falardeau, Emma Fig, Claire Frantz, Stefania Galarza-Centellas, Allison Geronime, Maggie Hagner, Matthew Hasson, Jonah Hilbert, Lance Howden, Emily Hudders, James Hunter, Sarah Hymans, Beatrice Kennedy, Lisa Kurian, Kirsten Lunsford, Serena Mancuso, Millie Manos, Ella Medhurst, Katie Meisenheimer, Lien Nguyen, Ian Oleinick, Annette Paik, Anabelle Perez Caban, Claire Pocock, Ayva Port, Charlotte Reymann, Stephanie Rice, Abigail Schneider, Nick Siew, Frances Spar, Rachel Sper, Brandon Spratt, Yeamlak Tekabe, Rashmi Thirumlai, Ellie Troth, Ivan Tysarczyk, Alyce Visioli, Ellen Wang Andera, Claire Warden, Colin White, Alexandra Winkler, Lucca Zamora-Soon, and Brian Zheng.


CAVS SPORTS


Varsity Updates

Girls Basketball

The Lady Cavs were victorious against West Springfield 48-39 on Tuesday. Kelsie Chang scored 13 points while Sabina Niedrick notched a double-double with 12 points and 11 rebounds. Niedrick and Emma Komaily combined for 9 steals and 5 blocks.

The Lady Cavs fell just short on Friday, losing to Lake Braddock 42-41. Kelsie Chang led scoring with 14 points followed by Julia Oleyar with 9 and Jada Ramos-Diggs with 7. Oleyar took another big charge in the second quarter to get the Red Room rocking and then poured in 7 points in the span of 2 minutes to give Woodson the lead in the fourth quarter. Woodson received balanced rebounding from Brooke Godlove, Sabina Niedrick, Valli Swaminathan, and Oleyar, who combined for 18 rebounds.

Ice Hockey 

The varsity team was off last week and the Junior Varsity team dropped its game on Friday night to Hayfield/South County by a score of 6 to 2.  Will Wo and Theo Anderson scored goals and Emily Wendel (Robinson) chipped in with an assist.

The varsity team will play in the first round of the Capitals Scholastic Hockey League’s playoffs this Friday, February 10th, against Alexandria City.  The game will be held at the Prince William Ice Center.  Puck drop is at 9:10 pm.   As always, admission is free so come out and cheer the team on to a playoff victory!

Swim & Dive

The Woodson girls team reached the next milestone and are now Occoquan Region Champions! It was a close competition, but the girls fought hard with some amazing swims and dives. The boys had a great weekend too, finishing in 3rd at Regionals!

Our individual Regional champions are: Jillian Ferrari in both the 50 Free and 100 Back, Ava Craig in the 100 Free, Lien Nguyen in the 500 Free, and the 400 Free Relay of Ava Craig, Clara Do, Brigid Donohoe, and Jillian Ferrari. Congrats to Nathaniel Grannis who is our Regional Dive champion!

Looking ahead to States, the girls who qualified are: Ava Craig in both the 100 and 200 Free, Jillian Ferrari in both the 50 Free and 100 Back, Brigid Donohoe in the 200 IM, Lien Nguyen in the 500 Free, Colleen Read in the 100 Back, and Taityn Speier in Dive. In addition, the Girls 200 and 400 Free Relay Teams and the 200 Medley Relay Team will be competing.

The boys competing in the State competition are: Kevin Burns in both the 50 Free and 100 Breast, Brady Bauernshub in the 100 Breast, Henry Levi in 50 Free, and Nathaniel Grannis in Dive. Plus the Boys 200 and 400 Free Relay Teams and the 200 Medley Relay Team will be on the starting blocks.

The State competition is next week in Hampton, VA. Dive is on Thursday, Feb 16. Swim is on Saturday, Feb 18


Cavalier Sports This Week

Tuesday, February 7th 

Boys Basketball @ Alexandria City 4:30/5:45/7:30 (Away)

Girls Basketball vs. Alexandria City 4:30/5:45/7:30 (Home) 

Wednesday, February 8th

Wrestling Regionals @ Robinson 5:00pm (Away)

Thursday, February 9th

Gymnastics Regionals @ Fairfax 2:00pm (Away)

Wrestling Regionals @ Robinson 10:00am (away)

Friday, February 10th

Boys Basketball vs. West Potomac  4:30/5:45/7:30 (Home) 

Girls Basketball @ West Potomac 4:30/5:45/7:30 (Away) 

Saturday, February 11th 

No Events Scheduled


Spring Sports Tryouts Information

Spring Sports Tryouts

Please note that any student wanting to tryout for a sports team must have the following items completed and turned in prior to tryouts: 

1) VHSL Sports Physical - completed and turned in to Woodson Activities Office or directly to our Athletic Trainers

2) Activity Registration - online submission that encompasses Emergency Care Form information, Concussion Education Training and the sport of interest

 

For more detailed information about requirements and tryout schedules, please visit www.wtwoodsonsports.com and each sports specific webpage.

Spring Sports Coaches

Tryout Schedules

Baseball

Location: Baseball Field

Monday February 20th – Friday February 24th

Varsity 3:30 – 6:30

JV 5:00 – 7:45

Softball

Location: Softball Field

Monday, February 20th   12:30pm - 2:00pm - Hitting Session | 2:00pm - 3:00pm - Fielding Session | 3:00pm - 3:30pm - Ps&Cs

Tuesday, February 21st   5:00pm - 7:30pm Hitting Evaluations

Wednesday, February 22nd   5:00pm - 7:30pm Fielding + Ps & Cs Evaluations

Thursday, February 23rd   5:00pm - 7:30pm Scrimmage Evaluations

Friday, February 24th    5:30pm - 8:30pm Team Announcements/Face-to-Face meetings

Boys Soccer

Location: Main Stadium Field or Aux Field if notated

Monday, February 20th   Varsity 8:00 am – 10:00 am  |  JV 7:30 – 9:30 pm 

Tuesday, February 21st   JV 3:30pm - 5:30pm Aux Field |  Varsity 7:00pm – 8:30pm

Wednesday, February 22nd   JV and Varsity 7:30pm – 9:30pm

Thursday, February 23rd   JV and Varsity 3:30pm - 5:45pm Aux Field

Friday, February 24th   JV off; Varsity 6:00pm – 7:30pm

Boys Lacrosse

Location: Main Stadium

Monday, February 20th   5:30pm - 7:30pm  (players report at 5pm)

Tuesday, February 21st   5:30pm - 7:30pm  (players report at 5pm)

Wednesday, February 22nd   5:30pm - 7:30pm  (players report at 5pm)

Thursday, February 23rd    5:30pm - 7:30pm  (players report at 5pm)

Girls Lacrosse

Location: Main Stadium

Monday, February 20th   3:30pm-5:30pm

Tuesday, February 21st   3:30pm-5:30pm

Wednesday, February 22nd   3:30pm-5:30pm

Thursday, February 23rd   3:30pm - 5:30pm

Friday, February 24th   3:30pm - 5:30pm

Girls Soccer

Location: Main Stadium and Aux Fields

Monday, February 20th   JV only 3:30pm - 5:45 pm Aux Field

Tuesday, February 21st    JV 3:30 - 5:30pm Aux  |  Varsity 8:30 - 10:00 Stadium Field

Wednesday, February 22nd   JV and Varsity 3:30pm - 5:45pm Aux field

Thursday, February 23rd   JV 3:30pm - 5:45pm Aux field  |  Varsity 5:30pm - 7:30pm Stadium Field

Friday, February 24th   JV off  |  Varsity 3:30pm - 5:45pm

Boys Tennis

Location: Tennis Courts

Monday, February 20th   Noon - 2:30pm

Tuesday, February 21st   4:15pm - 5:30pm

Wednesday, February 22nd   3:00pm - 4:15pm

Thursday, February 23rd   4:15pm - 5:30pm

Friday, February 24th   3:00pm - 5:30pm (If needed)

Girls Tennis

Location: Tennis Courts

Sign-up for each day of try-outs will be posted in Schoology - you must sign-up for at least 3 days in addition to Monday (which is mandatory for everyone)

Monday, February 20th   10am -12pm or 2:30pm - 4:30pm 

Tuesday, February 21st   3:15pm - 4:15pm 

Wednesday, February 22nd   4:15pm - 5:30pm

Thursday, February 23rd   3:15pm - 4:15pm

Friday, February 24th    3:15pm - 5:15pm

Track & Field

TRYOUT FORMAT: All athletes must tryout in at least three events.

Sprinters need to tryout in the 100m, 200m, and 400m | Distance runner the 400m, 800m, 1600m | Jumpers need to tryout in jumps, 100m, and 200m | Throwers the shot put, discus and 100m.

Monday, February 20th   10:00am at the track

  • 1600 meter run | 100 meter dash | 400 meter dash | Field Events. Open practice

Tuesday, February 21st  3:30pm at the track

  • Shot Put | Discus | High Jump | Long Jump (Triple Jump) | Pole Vault

Wednesday, February 22nd  3:30pm at the track

  • 800 meter run | 100m/110m Hurdles | 200 meter dash

Thursday, February 23rd    3:30pm Cuts made in inside location TBA

Crew

Monday, February 20th   3:30pm - 7:00pm Café B

Feb 21-24th    All squads from 4:15pm - 6:30pm at Sandy Run Regional park


Woodson Booster Spirit Wear Store

Flannel Woodson Wear

Visit our Woodson Athletic Boosters spiritwear store! 

New Items!!

¾ sleeve baseball shirt

Comfort Colors crewneck

Cavaliers t-shirts in mens/womens sizes

CAVS white out shirt

We also have our classic spirit wear including hoodies, flannels, sweatpants, hats, and t-shirts!

Click here to shop now!


Booster Pass Spring Sale

FUNDRAISERS


Woodson Crew Fundraiser - Thursday, Feb 9

Kokee Tea

Visit Kokee Tea between 3-7pm on Thursday February 9th to support Woodson Crew.

Please mention you are supporting the fundraiser when you place your order. 9668 Main Street


Woodson Chorus

Fundraiser to benefit Woodson Chorus at the Main St Fairfax Noodles and Co. on Wednesday, February 15th from 4-8 PM.  Mention that you are supporting Woodson Chorus and we will earn 25% of the order.

Noodles Pic

Student-organized Fundraiser Benefiting the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society 

At Chipotle: Wednesday, February 15; 5:00 - 9:00 p.m.  Pickett location - 9506 Main Street


Order Your 2022-23 Woodson Yearbook

Order Your Yearbook

Don't miss out - reserve your student's copy of the yearbook today! A limited quantity of yearbooks is printed every year and they WILL sell out. Preordering is the only way to guarantee getting a copy. 

Click here to order and type in Woodson's  code - 5278


Test Prep Pic

Mock SAT, ACT and PSAT - A great way to prepare for the upcoming tests!

Tests are administered either in-person or online and can be scheduled Monday through Thursday from 1pm to 9pm and Saturday from 9am to 5pm.

Sign up here to take a mock SAT, ACT, or PSAT with C2 Education - available online or in-person!! (Requires an existing or new Woodson PTSO login)  Cost is $20 to register for your mock test, all proceeds will benefit Woodson C2 Education Fairfax will contact you to schedule your test and results assessment.


Woodson Logo Boys Lacrosse Fundraiser

Lax W with Sabers

Woodson Boys Lacrosse is painting Woodson’s famous W and sabers logo as a fundraiser. By getting your own customized “W”, you can support the team and show your school spirit at the same time!

Click this link for more information.


Woodson Garden Flags

Garden Flag

Garden Flag Dimensions - 12"x17"

Available options —

Non-Personalized $15 OR Personalized $20 

Personalization - Add your family name or get creative and celebrate your student with their name and graduation year! (For example: The Smith Family; Congrats Emily Class of 2023; Woodson Class of 2023)

Click here to purchase your flag! 

For more information, contact Melissa Fabrizio at woodsongardenflag@gmail.com.


VIP Graduation Tickets

Graduation Silouette

Are you looking forward to graduation at Eagle Bank Arena? Enjoy it even more with VIP seats! The names of 10 lucky people will be drawn and will win 8 amazing seats. 

Click HERE  to enter the raffle for prime seating!  

This is a fundraiser for Cavalier Cruise (All Night Grad Party!)


Senior Yard Signs

Senior Yard Signs

Show your Senior pride by displaying a Class of 2023 Yard Sign! Cost is $25.00 each. All proceeds support the Class of 2023, including the Cav Cruise (all night graduation party).

Click here to purchase online! OR $25 cash or check at pick-up.

Text/Call Miklos Kiss at 703-975-7928 to arrange pick-up at his house.

Questions? Contact Miklos Kiss miklos.c.kiss@outlook.com


Senior Class of 2023 Legacy Bricks

Buy a Brick and create a Lasting Legacy for your Woodson Student!

Brick Courtyard

The brick courtyard in front of the school between the main entrance and the auditorium still has plenty of room for bricks for you to honor your special student or alumni.  Individual bricks cost: $100.  They make great graduation presents for Seniors, or as a legacy for all the members of your family! 

To purchase, visit the Woodson PTSO PTBOARD website HERE. If you prefer, you can mail the brick order form (LINK HERE) to the school with a check. 

All orders are due no later than April 17, 2023.  Plan accordingly! 

If you have questions, or for more info contact Shane or Katherine Gilbert at wptsobricks@gmail.com.


STUDENT DRIVER MAGNETS

Student Driver

Magnets are $8.00 each or 3 for $20.00. You can order online HERE.  Magnets are delivered to your door contact free! 

If you have any questions contact Shane or Katherine Gilbert at wptsomagnets@gmail.com


RESOURCES FOR WOODSON STUDENTS, PARENTS & FAMILIES


College and Career Center

College & Career Center News

The College & Career Center is open from 7:30 am – 3:30 pm in E 109. Students are welcome to come by before or after school, during Returns/Lunch, or send an email to schedule an appointment at cliebmosley@fcps.edu. Christine Lieb-Mosley, College and Career Specialist, 703-503-4661

Click here for all College & Career Center news and upcoming events


Free SAT Math Prep Sessions

Woodson dad, Rick Neifield, is offering free SAT math prep sessions to Woodson students via Zoom. 

Sign up here. Direct inquiries and questions to Rick at richardneifeld@gmail.com


Woodson Math Center

Math Center

Student math tutors are available during 5th period return, 5th period lunches and after school Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 3:00-3:45pm.

All sessions take place in B208. Look for the Math Center Flag. Tutors are excited to help students!


Free, On-Demand, Online Tutoring

Tutor.com

Unless they’ve been opted out, students can access Tutor.com through Schoology. Every session is personalized to meet students’ needs from remedial to advanced levels. Sessions focus on conceptual learning and critical thinking—not quick answers.

Learn more on FCPS’ Tutor.com webpage.


In-person Tutoring Options

The tutor list contains the names of current FCPS employees who hold a valid and current teaching license in Virginia. These employees have contacted the Parent Resource Center to offer their services. The tutor list is updated monthly during the school year.

For a list of tutors, please email The Parent Resource Center prc@fcps.edu


FCPS NEWS & EVENTS


FCPS 2022-2023 School Year Calendar


Strategic Plan Engagement Sessions for Students and the Community

Strategic Plan: Make Your Students’ Voice Count! Strategic Planning is in process and will incorporate feedback from school staff, families, students, and community partners and organizations. Please encourage your students to participate in this unique opportunity to share their voices.

FCPS is currently seeking secondary students in grades 7-12 who are interested in participating in a Strategic Plan focus group. This focus group provides an opportunity to share feedback in a small group with other FCPS students and a trained facilitator. 

FCPS is hosting virtual focus groups for secondary students in February and March:

Thursday, February 9th, 3:30-5 p.m. or 5:30-7 p.m.

Thursday, March 16th, 3:30-5 p.m. or 5:30-7 p.m.

Interested students should check their email for a form to sign up for the focus groups. Students will be asked to provide their student ID, so their parents/caregivers can be identified and contacted to ask for consent to participate.

If you have any questions about the student focus groups or you would like to learn more about this opportunity, please contact strategicplan@fcps.edu.  

Register Now to Attend a Community Forum! 

Check out the schedule of Community Forums and register for the one that is most convenient for you. Community Forums will provide every resident an opportunity to participate in and influence the direction of FCPS’ Strategic Plan, prior to its completion and formal adoption by the School Board. Learn more about our strategic planning process.


Instruction 2 Industry Career Expo

Instruction 2 Industry Career Expo

The Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce and school divisions across the region, are hosting a Career Fair with panel discussions with industry experts in multiple fields on Monday, February 13th through Thursday, February 16th, 2023. A virtual, but live, event, Instruction 2 Industry is free to all students currently enrolled at the high school level. Please join us, and learn where your future in NOVA can take you! 

The regional event will offer a connection to more than 100 local industry professionals from in-demand career fields across the region. Employers and industry experts will be represented from highly sought-after career clusters.

 

High school students will be able to participate in the following ways:

  • Learn about work-based learning (WBL) opportunities

  • Attend industry panel discussions

  • Learn about postsecondary education, training, and apprenticeship opportunities.

There is a schedule of events and the registration window is now open. We look forward to seeing you!

Email workbasedlearning@fcps.edu for more information.


FCPS Quick Links

FCPS 2022-2023 School Year Calendar

Dr. Reid's Weekly Reflections 

FCPS Features 

FCPS Parent Center 

Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information


REPEAT INFORMATION FOR REFERENCE


WeMail

This communication is emailed out every Tuesday of the school year and also posted on the PTSO Facebook page and webpage. 

Have something to share? If you have information you’d like to be considered for inclusion in WeMail, contact Jill Battaglia (PTSO Communications) at BattagliaWTW@gmail.com


Sports and Activities Resources

Activity Registration - wtwoodson-ar.rschooltoday.com

Woodson Athletics - www.wtwoodsonsports.com

FCPS Student Athletics - www.fcps.edu/activities/student-athletics


Woodson Clubs & Organizations

Student Clubs and Organizations

Click here for a complete list and details of Woodson's clubs & organizations 

Contact the sponsor listed for more information.


Attendance

Attendance is critical to student success in the classroom.

If your student will be absent from school, a parent/guardian must notify the attendance office. Below is a quick guide for reporting all-day absences, late arrivals, and early check-outs from school.

Attendance Procedures

FCPS Inclement Weather Procedures

Snowy Bus

The first five inclement weather days will be traditional “snow days” with no school activities. After those five days, FCPS 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).


Laptop Tech Support Hours

If students need FCPS laptop technical support at Woodson HS, please submit a ticket using the FCPS Parent/Student Tech Support Portal.

Our walk-in hours in Room A114 are: 

  • Odd Days during Learning Seminar
  • Monday - 7:45am - 8:10am
  • Wednesday - 2:55pm - 4:00pm (when late buses start)

Any other time you should try to make an appointment using a ticket from the Support Portal.


Late Buses Available Tuesdays and Wednesdays

Late buses are available Tuesdays and Wednesdays through spring. Students may stay after school to participate in clubs/activities and/or receive academic intervention with teachers.

Tuesday and Wednesday late buses start loading around 4:45pm and depart from Woodson at approximately 5:15pm. Students who access the smaller bus runs need to sign up for a bus in Room F122 before lunch each late bus day. 

Please note, students may NOT go across the street to the shopping center after school and then return for the late bus.


Student Parking Passes 

There are 2 steps to purchase a student parking pass: 1) Complete the Parking Permit Application  2) Pay on MySchoolBucks. Navigate to the School Store, select the option for a parking permit, and check out.  Bring your printed receipt with you when picking up your permit. Click here for the Woodson Student Parking website


Staying Home When Sick

FCPS continues to require families to review the Daily Health Screening before sending students to school. The 5 Day Isolation Period will also continue for COVID positive students and staff.


Quick Links to Additional Resources 


Join Us

2022-23 PTSO Officers 

Miklos Kiss - President 

Lena McGinn - VP Membership

Diane Raffaele - Secretary 

Kyle Durbin - Treasurer

Jill Battaglia - Communications

Sara Mastro - Grants Coordinator


Ways To Get involved 

Join our PTSO 

Make a donation to PTSO   

Some of the many ways PTSO memberships and donations enrich the lives of our school community:

  • Teacher support and supplies
  • Fall & Spring Grants 
  • Teacher/Staff Appreciation luncheons & events
  • Special school events 
  • And so much more!

Attend monthly PTSO meetings on Google Meet the 2nd Tuesday of every month

Ask a local business to become a Business or Community Sponsor

Go shopping! Amazon, Office Depot, groceries, etc. Link your accounts and a portion of your sales will go to our school! Amazon Smile  

Volunteer opportunities email miklos.c.kiss@outlook.com 

For more information visit the Woodson PTSO Website 

Find Woodson PTSO on Facebook