Annandale HS Student Services Newsletter

Fairfax County Public Schools sent this bulletin at 03/08/2023 11:01 AM EST

Annandale Student Services

Message from the Director:

Dear Atom Nation,

This week, I’d like to highlight the accomplishments of one of our students. 

The Walentas Scholarship was established to cultivate outstanding undergraduate students at the University of Virginia, providing them with financial support to pursue their passions and develop their talents for the good of the University and beyond. The Walentas Scholarship is intended to cover the entire cost of attendance for four years at the University of Virginia, plus coverage of supplemental enrichment experiences. The selection process is based on demonstrated excellence and exceptional potential in the areas of leadership, scholarship, and citizenship. Walentas Scholarships are awarded to individuals who have undergone a rigorous selection process and who possess an exceptional record of accomplishment both inside and outside the classroom. 

For the second year in a row, Annandale has a graduating senior who has earned this prestigious award. I want to congratulate Jenna Saykhamphone on this outstanding accomplishment! 

Erik Healey

Director of Student Services

Important Dates

  • March 17 - FCPS Parent Project Begins (new dates; see flier below)
  • March 20 - Virtual FCPS Military Night
  • April 26 - FCPS Flash Forward (for students with disabilities; see flier below)

FCPS Virtual Military Night: Mar. 20, 2023 from 5:00 - 8:00 PM. FCPS students and families will learn about the various pathways available, including enlistment, ROTC, Senior Military Colleges, and Service Academies. The Google Site associated with the event is live and registration is open! 

Direct link to Google Site: tinyurl.com/fcpsmilitarynight

Mid-Year Grade Reports for College Applications: Seniors, if you submitted Transcript Requests for your college applications, your mid-year grades (7th semester) have been sent to colleges. If you receive notification after Feb. 28, that a college has not received your mid-year grades, please see your Counselor or Mr. Abdulhadi in Student Services. If you did not submit a Transcript Request to Mr. Abdulhadi, we were not able to send your mid-year grades.
Military NightFlash Forward
Parent Project 2

College & Career Corner

2023 Fairfax County Teen Job Fairs: The 2023 Fairfax County Teen Job Fairs, hosted by Pat Herrity, Springfield District Supervisor, Connection Newspapers, Fairfax County Public Schools, as well as local chambers and organizations, have been announced. There will be three Fairfax County Teen Job Fairs and Career-Building Workshops. The fairs will run on three Saturdays in March. Please see the event webpage for dates, times, locations, and all event related details!

The fairs are open to all teens in Fairfax County looking for employment, volunteer opportunities, or tips on building their resume. Registration is open. 

Link:  https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/springfield/teenjobfairs

Thursday NOVA Help Sessions: If you are planning to attend NOVA and need assistance, come to Room 90, from 3:00-4:00 pm. 

  • Choosing a program - Mar. 9
  • Application and account set-up - Mar. 16
  • FAFSA - Mar. 23
  • Course Planning - Mar. 30

Register to Take the ASVAB: The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test measures a young adult’s strengths and weaknesses and provides feedback on potential for future career success. Students are encouraged to take the test because it is a valuable career assessment tool which can help identify which career is best for each student. Though the test is developed by the Department of Defense, it is not just for those going into the military. It’s a great start to finding the perfect career for students by highlighting those skills which students naturally have. To sign up for the ASVAB test you may go see your school counselor or contact your local recruiter, Staff Sergeant Meas at 703-424-8923.

NOVA Vision: FCPS and Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA), are offering a virtual opportunity for students with disabilities to learn about available options at the post-secondary level. The conference will include a presentation from Accommodations and Accessibility Services, a student panel, and a Q & A session.

NOVA Vision 2023 - Virtual Event, April 19, 2023:  4:00–6:00 pm.

  • Click HERE to complete the FCPS registration form
  • Click HERE to register and receive ZOOM link

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Transcript Requests for College Applications & Scholarships: Seniors need to request official high school transcripts ONE MONTH prior to application deadlines. The Student Services staff needs adequate time to process the large number of requests that we receive. For step-by-step instructions and forms for submitting Transcript Requests, go to the AHS College & Career Google site. 

Fairfax County Park Authority Now Hiring: Do you want to get paid to work on your tan, make friends, and have fun all summer? We may have the perfect job for you! We are actively hiring to fill over 600 summer positions including: Lifeguards, Park Attendants, Camp Counselors, Golf Staff, Lakefront Attendants, Farm staff, and more. Details: www.bit.ly/joinfcpa

Explore all our job opportunities and find the right job for you!

All job and internship opportunities can be found online.

If you have any questions, please email us at FCPAJOBS@Fairfaxcounty.gov.

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