Important Dates
- 3/15 - Pyramid Art Show (5:30 pm, Gym Lobby, see announcement below)
- 3/16 - PTSA Meeting (7:00 pm, Library/Hybrid)
- 3/23 - Religious/Cultural Observation (Ramadan)
- 4/3-4/7 - Spring Break
Attendance Matters!
As we head into the final months of the school year, please remember that attendance drives everything! It is tied to almost every aspect of school performance and future outcomes.
Both EXCUSED and UNEXCUSED absences count against your child’s attendance total. Missing 10% or 2 days a month can affect a student’s academic success. Please try to set appointments, sport activities and vacations for after school, during breaks or in the summer to prevent interruption in the student’s learning.
Please remember to notify the school when your child will be out.
Attendance Voicemail 703-207-4019 or Attendance Online Form
Congratulations...
To Drew Lisowski for being recognized as an employee who shows that FCPS Cares!
Drew Lisowski chaired the District 10 State Orchestra Assessment event this past Friday March 3rd and Saturday March 4th, which was hosted at Hayfield SS. Drew had to organize all of the orchestras, create a schedule for all of the orchestras in District 10, hire orchestra adjudicators, as well as many other things. It takes hours and hours of work to put an event like this together for the District, and Drew worked many hours, especially outside of the contract time, to make sure the event was well-run for everyone. Thank you Drew for all of your hard work for the District 10 State Orchestra Assessment.
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Vietnam Veterans Memorial Field Trip
And a little of the Lincoln Memorial too.
Mason District Roundtable
Join Dr. Ricardy Anderson for a virtual Mason District Roundtable
Guest presenters:
- Joash Chung, Manager of Tutoring Services, will provide an introduction to Tutor.com, highlighting the many online tutoring services available to students.
- Leigh Burden, Assistant Superintendent of Financial Services, will provide an overview of the FY 2024 Advertised Budget.
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Register to Attend (Zoom)
Spanish interpretation will be available. Please indicate if another language is needed.
Learn more about Tutor.com
Learn more about the FCPS Budget
Judges Needed for Regional Science and Engineering Fair
The Fairfax County Regional Science and Engineering Fair, held March 17-19, is a competition for students attending high schools in Fairfax County. Students may earn honorable entry to the regional competition through a science fair held at their local public or private school.
Each year 250 judges are required to evaluate science fair projects in a wide variety of categories ranging from plant sciences to robotics. Ideally, those volunteering to serve as category judges would hold an advanced degree or possess extensive academic and/or professional experience in their selected STEM category.
Learn more about the science fair and how to become a judge.
Medicaid Policy Changes
A change in federal Medicaid policy could impact the health care coverage of millions of students. In order to avoid gaps in coverage, families need to know:
- Families, especially those who have moved residences during the pandemic, should contact their state Medicaid offices to ensure their contact information is up to date.
- Families should watch their mail for letters about Medicaid and the state Children’s Health Insurance Program, or CHIP, status.
- Recipients must submit any renewal forms they receive to maintain coverage, which states could mail at any point between March 2023 and February 2024.
- Families who no longer qualify for Medicaid after the review may qualify for coverage through their state’s health insurance exchange.
Learn more in this EducationWeek article.
FCPS Principal Evaluation Parent/Guardian Feedback Form
On Monday, March 13, Falls Church HS parents/guardians will be contacted through email with a link to the FCPS Principal Evaluation Parent/Guardian Feedback Form Online. This questionnaire is part of the Performance Evaluation Program and offers parents/guardians an opportunity to provide anonymous input about various topics related to our school. These topics include instructional leadership, school climate, management (human resources and organizational), communication and community relations, culturally responsive and equitable leadership, and professionalism.
The questionnaire will be collected online between March 13 and March 24. When you receive an email from FCPS Surveys, please take a few minutes to complete the questionnaire. Your opinions matter!
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.
Low-Cost Internet for Free and Reduced-Price Eligible Students
The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is a new Federal Communications Commission (FCC) program to lower internet costs for families with children who have been eligible for free or reduced-price meals within the last 12 months. A qualifying household will receive $30 per month toward internet services and a one-time discount of up to $100 for a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet. Families can check their eligibility and register at AffordableConnectivity.gov or by calling 877-384-2575.
Student Bus Passes
Did you know: All Fairfax County middle and high school students can get a Student Bus Pass to ride the Fairfax Connector and Fairfax CUE bus for free. Fares are free from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week, all year, with the pass. Learn more about Student Pass online. Complete the application and return it to your school office.
Additionally, Connector and Metrobus are issuing SmarTrip cards to students at Justice, Annandale, Falls Church, and Marshall High Schools, and the Davis Center for use on specific routes in Northern Virginia. Visit the website to learn more and view the routes. Complete the application and return it to your school office.
Useful Links/Information
FCHS Bell Schedule
Schoology
SIS ParentVUE
FCPS 22-23 School Year Calendar
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FCPS Cares
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HS or FCPS employee who does ordinary things in an extraordinary way or goes
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