 |
|
Upcoming Events
March 3: ANG Silent Auction Closes
March 6-10: FHS Staff Appreciation Week
March 7: FHS Chorus Pre-Assessment Concert
March 10: Principal's Coffee, 7:30am, Library
March 14: Sophomore College Night, 6:30pm, Auditorium
March 18: Mock SAT/ACT 9am at FHS
March 21: PTSA Meeting 7pm, FHS Library
March 22: All Night Grad Meeting 7pm, FHS Library
March 23: Cultural Observance Day: Ramadan begins at sunset on 3/22 and continues until 4/21
|
Included in this issue:
Staff Spotlight!
- Chris Whitney, Speech & Drama Teacher
- Theatre students to compete at VHSL State Competition
Fairfax Lions Need to Know:
- Rising 12th Immunization Requirements Due
- Improved Access to Language Translations on FCPS Websites
- Senior dues are.... Due!
- FBLA Results!
- Fairfax County Teen Job Fair
Fairfax Lions Nice to Know:
- Orchestra holds their Pre-Assessment Concert
- Fairfax County Teen Job Fair Series
- Sophomore College Night
- Swim & Dave State Champion!
- 10th Annual Athletic Booster Golf Tournament
- Fairfax Athletics Annual Mulch Sale
- Connect - Contact - Reach Us
Fairfax HS PTSA
- Please help with our Nominating Committee
- Online Auction closes today!
- FHS Staff Appreciation!
- SAT/ACT Practice Opportunity
- Parent Support Circles
Acceso de News You Choose en Español: Haga clic aquí.
March 3, 2023
This week has been full of focus and fun at Fairfax. We leaned into our POG attributes and looked at school programs that are committed to creating well-rounded global and ethical citizens. We remain committed to promoting next level options for all students, everyday. We celebrated our amazing students FBLA success at Regionals and six of our lions are moving on to state competition. Our DECA bus was packed this am with over 81 motivated leaders and entrepreneurs ready to present at the state tournament. We offered an electric send off with drums, noisemakers and tambourines! Also, heading to the state competition is our talented theater department, they will take the stage with their award winning one-act play-Wit. It is phenomenal.
Music makes the people come together and the sounds of our orchestra did not disappoint this week at their Spring Concert. We also celebrated students and parents enrolled in our SCAN Family Program, the night was filled with community, curriculum, culture and care. Every afternoon you can feel the energy of our community as clubs and activities meet to elevate their interests and activities one example of this is our Science Olympiads who were named Regional Champions in FCPS!
Spring sports are also underway at FHS and many teams will take the fields next week to kick off their seasons, be sure to check out the schedule.
The trees and flowers are beginning to bloom and all things are "roar"ing here at the FHS campus.
Every Student, Every Strength, Every Day here at Fairfax High.
Yours in partnership,
Chris Whitney, Speech & Drama Teacher, and Director of FX Players
 Chris Whitney is in his 3rd year at Fairfax High School, but his 16th year of teaching. Growing up in the DMV area, he never thought about teaching as a profession, but after his wife convinced him to try it for 1 year, he finds himself 16 years later with nothing else he would rather do. He also credits his former theatre teacher, Ken Knesh, for inspiring him to not only act but teach. Mr. Whitney earned his BFA in theatre with a concentration in acting from Howard University and his master's in theatre at Regent University. He has performed at a few professional theatres in the DC area, including Arena Stage and the Shakespeare theatre, where he was in a show with Pedro Pascal. Mr. Whitney has also performed in several community theatres in the Shenandoah Valley. However, his favorite stage is his own living room, where he plays pretend with his two children, Gabe and Ella. He is (unfortunately) a fan of all the DC sports teams.
FHS Theatre Students to compete at State VHSL One-Acts!
 FHS Theatre students performed their One Act, Wit, for FHS staff on Friday. A powerful and moving performance. Congrats and well done!
Our Fairfax HS Theatre students WON the VHSL REGION Theatre One Act play, Wit, and will compete for a STATE championship tomorrow, March 4, in Charlottesville, VA. Congrats to our cast and crew for an amazing performance. Break Legs!!
Rising 12th Grade Immunizations Due
12th Grade Immunization Requirement Notice
The Code of Virginia requires all students to be immunized against certain communicable diseases prior to entrance into Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS).
All students entering 12th grade will be required to receive one dose of Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) prior to the beginning of school.
● To meet the Meningococcal (MenACWY) 12th grade requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 16 or older.
ACTION REQUESTED: Please provide one of the following immunization documents to the Student Information Assistant (SIA) or Registrar at your child’s school as soon as possible:
- An updated immunization record showing that the student has received the Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY).
- A note on a healthcare provider’s letterhead stating the date the Meningococcal vaccine was given.
- A healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
4. A notarized Religious Exemption Form, which is available online at: https://bit.ly/VDOEReligiousExemptionForm
Immunizations are available from your child’s healthcare provider, the Fairfax County Health Department, or other community resources. Use the QR Codes below to identify resources:
Please contact Toby Sorensen at tmsorensen@fcps.edu 703-219-2349 if you have any questions.
Improved Access to Language Translation on FCPS Websites
In a continued effort to prioritize access for our diverse communities, FCPS is launching a language translation feature that will be available on every division and school webpage. The feature has been added to the header at the top of the page and will scroll with the user as they navigate the page. Learn more about our new translation feature.
Senior Dues increase on March 11th!
 |
|
Hey, Seniors! If you haven't already, please make sure to pay your Senior Dues before the price increases on March 11th!
What: Seniors dues are $65 for one more week BUT the cost will increase to $80 on March 11
How: Pay on MySchoolBucks - go to the School Store, Browse All Items, and look for "Class of 2023 Dues."
Why: The fee covers a variety of items including cap & gown, diploma, senior picnic, class shirt, etc.
Not sure if you've paid your dues or not? Please check with your subschool to find out:
- Subschool 1 & 2
Last Name Alpha A - Lee
Room A-114
- Subschool 3 & 4
Last Name Alpha Lef - Z
Room D-127
|
Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Awards Ceremony
 Business Teacher & FBLA Advisor, Melanie West, bottom right, stands with FBLA students and their awards at last week's Regional Competition. Well-done, Lions, we are very proud!!
Congratulations goes out to the Future Business Leaders of America as we have extended our streak to 7 years having students place at the Regional Competition and six of those years with first place winners. Twenty-four students competed in a variety of Tests, Presentations and Public Speaking events. We are super excited that six students will be moving on to the State Competitions at the end of March.
Congratulations goes out to the following students:
-
Marilena Bustamante, Junior – Business Law – 1st Place
-
Kathleen Murray, Junior – Client Services – 1st Place
-
Angelina Tran, Senior – Accounting 2 - 2nd Place (placed 1st last year in Accounting 1 and Sophomore year placed 1st in Business Calculations).
-
Tyler Stallsmith, Senior – Public Speaking – 2nd Place
-
Om More, Junior – Securities and Investments – 2nd Place
-
Lynn Choi, Sophomore – Introduction to Financial Math – 3rd Place
 |
|
Congratulations also goes out to Lynn Choi for being voted in as the FBLA Regional Secretary for the 2023 – 2024 school year. |
Fairfax County Teen Job Fair Series
High school students are invited to attend the 2023 Fairfax County Teen Job Fair Series, which kicks off Saturday, March 11, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at West Springfield High School. Fairs will also be held Saturday, March 18, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at South County High School and Saturday, March 25, from 1 to 3 p.m., at Chantilly High School.
Each fair will feature employers offering part-time, full-time, seasonal, and volunteer positions. Students will also be able to attend career-building workshops like Resume Building and Interviewing 101. Most positions at the fair are geared toward students age 16+, but some opportunities for younger students may be available with parental consent. Visit the Teen Job Fair webpage to register.
Fairfax Lions Nice to Know:
Congrats, Orchestra students!
Congrats to Mr. Fowkes, and our Orchestra students for a fabulous pre-assessment concert. Well done!!
Sophomore College Night
Swim & Dive student is State Champion!!
Congratulations to junior Sophie Scadron, VHSL STATE CHAMPION in the 100FLY! Congrats to all of our state swimmers and coaches!!!
10th Annual Athletic Boosters Golf Tournament Fundraiser & Auction
Raising money to support ALL student athletic teams at FHS!
WHO: FAMILY, FRIENDS AND THE FAIRFAX COMMUNITY
WHAT: PLAY 18 HOLES of amazing golf at COUNTRY CLUB OF FAIRFAX
WHEN: MONDAY, MAY 8TH
AND/OR
BECOME A TOURNAMENT SPONSOR or AUCTION DONOR
All proceeds help fund needed supplies and equipment
for ALL of our student athletes.
 |
|
SCAN FOR MORE INFORMATION AND SIGNUP
https://fairfaxhighsports.org/page/3310
Spaces are limited and will be on a first come basis
until May 1st, or until tee times are filled. |
Questions? Please reach out to the tournament coordinator at FHSboostergolftour@gmail.com or contact the Fairfax Athletics Office at 703-219-2201.
Mulch Sale!
It's time for Fairfax Athletics Annual MULCH SALE!!
- FREE DELIVERY AND EASY ONLINE ORDERING!
- ORDER DEADLINE: MARCH 10
- DELIVERY DATE: MARCH 18
PLEASE NOTE: We cannot deliver outside of the Fairfax HS boundaries. If you live outside FHS boundaries, you can pick up your order in the school parking lot on Saturday, March 18th between 8am - 11am. 2023 Mulch Sale Flyer
CLICK HERE TO ORDER
If you would rather donate, or you can’t order and pay online, please contact Brendan Shapiro at bmshapiro@fcps.edu. We are happy to help find a solution.
Calling all Lion parents! Do you have an SUV or truck? Fairfax Athletics is in need of parent drivers on Saturday, March 18 to help make deliveries for the annual mulch sale fundraiser. All proceed from the fundraiser go directly to supporting FHS sports and activities. Please click the link below for more details and to sign up: FHS Mulch Sale Volunteers
Thank you for your support!
with us throughout the year by:
Fairfax HS PTSA
Table of Contents:
- Please help with our Nominating Committee
- Online Auction Closes today!
- FHS Staff Appreciation next week
- SAT/ACT Practice Opportunity
- Parent Support Circles
PTSA Nominating Committee
We are looking for officers for next year’s PTSA- Can you help find them? A nominating committee of 3 will work during the month of March to nominate eligible volunteers for the 2023-2024 PTSA Executive Board. Our goal is to have the Board reflect the diversity of our school community and classrooms. Many current Board members are willing to serve next year, but we need the nominating committee to put all the pieces together! If you can help, please contact Laura at president@fairfaxptsa.org.
Online Auction Closes TODAY!
 The ANG Silent Auction will close FRIDAY, March 3, at 11:00PM! We added a few new items and lowered some prices so check it out to see what you've missed. To register and check it out, go to https://app.galabid.com/fhsangsa2023 and click the "Register" button. Just enter your name and email, and you're in. All are welcome - you do not have to be a parent of a student to bid. Please tell your friends and family. You do not have to be present to win.
For you bargain hunters out there, the following items are between 50% - 80% off value price:
- Escape Room passes: # 4
- Bundt Cakes for a Year: # 96
- Signed Joe Montana/Emmitt Smith Super Bowl Photograph: # 32
- Sports Massage Gun: # 14
- Poker Chip Set w/Dealing Shoe and FX Football Players Card Deck: # 13
Want a new home look for spring? Get a great deal on a home design or decorating consultation with #s 43 and 90.
The 50/50 raffle is up to $440
Don't miss out!
Staff Appreciation March 6-10
We invite every parent to send compliments to our staff through this Google Form. Personalized notes will be dropped in the mailboxes of staff throughout the week. Spread the love and tell our teachers and staff what you appreciate most about them, what you love most about their class, or how they make a difference in your life!
Schedule of Staff Appreciation Events:
Monday: Chair Massages
Tuesday: Custom FHS Swag Bags delivered and a lunchtime T-Shirt Tie Dye Party with Ms. Naber
Wednesday: Food Truck Lunch and Gift Basket Raffle
Thursday: Chair Massages
Friday: Rita’s Italian Ice
Daily Raffles of gift cards and small gifts!
$10 Compass Coffee Voucher for every staff member!
Thank you to the parents, local businesses, school administrators and counselors for showering our staff with goodies and appreciation next week. Generous donations were made by Wegmans, Compass Coffee, and Rita’s! If you would still like to help, we are still seeking monetary donations to pay for the Food Trucks: https://fairfaxhs.memberhub.com/store/items/461736.
Please deliver your Raffle Items by 3/3 and Food Donations by 3/6 to the FHS office and clearly label “Staff Appreciation.”
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D49A5A62EA0FE3-staff4 If you need to make other arrangements, please contact Jen Seifert at liledjen4901@gmail.com. Thank you for your generosity!
Mock SAT/ACT
On Saturday, March 18, 2023 at 9am the Fairfax High School Academic Boosters will again be partnering with Applerouth Tutoring to offer Mock SAT and ACT exams.
This is a perfect opportunity for students who haven’t started their testing to become familiar with the format in a stress-free environment at FHS for only $25. We will also offer the Mock ACT for students who have already taken the SAT and wish to see if the ACT might be right for them.
Students are encouraged to take a practice test before attempting the actual exam. They may select either the SAT or the ACT practice test. Students will receive detailed score reports to help them determine which areas they need to study.
To register, go to:
http://www.applerouth.com/schools/8801/
SAT code: M515738
ACT code: M515740
Questions: Academicboosters@fairfaxptsa.org
Parent Support Circles
The FHS Counselors are offering several wonderful parent support circles for all FHS parents/guardians to connect!
First Thursdays 8:15-9 am In-Person @ FHS
Second Thursdays 11-11:45 am In-Person @ FHS (en Espanol)
Third Tuesdays 7:30-8:15 pm Virtual on Zoom
Please RSVP to Ashley Curl, LCSW: amcurl@fcps.edu
 |
|
Do you want to celebrate a Fairfax employee who does ordinary things in an extraordinary way, or goes beyond what is expected? If so, then click here to share with everyone. |
|
