Justice Junction - Community News & Updates - March 18, 2023

March 18, 2023

Hello Justice HS Students, Families, and Community Members:

Our much anticipated International Night event will take place on Tuesday, March 21^st.  Please come out to show your support as we celebrate the cultural diversity and uniqueness of Justice High School.  Our students and staff sponsors have been working extremely hard to put on an amazing show! Everyone is welcome to attend!  

  

 

We have some very important construction updates that will affect everyone beginning after we return from Spring Break.  Below is an aerial view graphic, however please be sure to scroll down to the bottom of the newsletter to read up on these updates and view the simulation video of what kiss and ride, buses at dismissal, and parking will look like. 

 

Read below for additional amazing opportunities and important news for students and parents. Please let me know if you have any questions.

 

Tiffany I. Narcisse, Principal

Empower our school, embrace our community, and educate to build positive futures as global citizens together.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Below you will find important upcoming dates and a variety of information for the upcoming school year.   

~National Women’s History Month~

~Disability Awareness Month~

~Equity in Education Month~

• March 21st – International Night
• March 22nd - Ramadan Begins
• March 28th – Family Night

• April 3^rd – 7^th – Spring Break (No School for students)

•  April 13^th – End of Quarter (Early Release for Students)

• April 14^th – Teacher Workday (No School for students)

• April 21^st – Eid Holiday (No School for staff/students)

• May 29^th – Memorial Day Holiday (No School for staff/students)
• June 7^th – Class of 2023 Graduation

• June 16^th – Last Day of School

 

                                                      

 

 

 

 

Community Meeting on the Dangers of Fentanyl

Monday, March 13, Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid and Fairfax County Police Chief Kevin Davis hosted nearly 400 families, staff, and community members for a conversation on the dangers of fentanyl. During this impactful event, audience members heard testimonials from individuals affected by the opioid epidemic and learned facts from medical experts and law enforcement representatives.  The conversation will continue on Monday, April 24, with our next community meeting on the critical topic of fentanyl danger and opioid awareness. More information is coming soon. Visit our Opioid Awareness webpage for updates as they become available. Visit the Fairfax County Government webpage on opioids for information on how you can take action and how to get help for yourself or loved ones. 

   

Justice IB Art Show 

Important Dates:

• March 20^th – 23^rd| IB Art Show - Little Theater (visitors will need to check in at the main office
• March 27^th – 30^th | Justice Pyramid Art Show - Little Theater, open 8:30 am - 2:30 pm (visitors will need to check in at the main office)
• March 30^th | Justice Pyramid Art Show Reception 6-8 pm - Little Theater

 

 

Family Night Is Back!

Tuesday, March 28^th – Justice High School will be hosting Family Events beginning at 6:00 PM. Featuring information sessions on the college application process, creating a resume, community resources, and substance abuse & prevention resources.  These are just a few of the exciting opportunities that will be waiting for you and your family on March 28th!

Pizza will be provided, save the date, and bring the entire family!

             

 

No-Cost Mental Health Teletherapy for Students Starting April 10^th

FCPS has partnered with Hazel Health to begin offering virtual mental health services to high school students via live video sessions. Starting Monday, April 10^th, parents/caregivers who have been struggling to find a therapist for their child or who notice changes in their child’s behavior will be able to connect them virtually with a licensed therapist. 

Teletherapy services for students are short-term, evidence-based, and culturally-responsive. Teletherapy is available on any device, Monday through Friday from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Therapists will be locally-licensed clinicians; 50% of whom identify as Black, Indigenous, or people of color (BIPOC); and 40% of whom are bilingual. More than 15 languages are available.

Hazel Health’s licensed therapists can help students who are experiencing:

• Mood/behavior changes, lack of motivation, grief/loss.
• Anxiety, worry, fears.
• Bullying, sexual identity challenges, challenging peer and family relationships.
• Academic stress.

The first step for parents is to provide information through an opt-in form. Visit FCPS’ Teletherapy webpage for details.     

 

Student Attendance | Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

This year, spring break is April 3^rd – April 7^th. We will be eager to welcome your children back in school on Monday, April 10^th. Their attendance is very important. Every day, our teachers will be teaching, and students will be learning. Studies have shown that just two absences per month can cause students to fall behind. Let’s finish this school year strong. Visit FCPS’ website for attendance resources.

 

Student Attendance - Best Practices

 

 

 

 

Justice High School Construction Corner

**UPDATED/NEW INFORMATION**

• Visible activity will begin Monday, April 3rd (Spring Break)
• Rear parking lot will no longer be accessible after March 31st 
• ALL faculty and staff will have a parking spot in main parking lot
• 45 additional parking spots are being added during Spring Break
• Paid student parking will be along the fence line and on Peace Valley
• Additional reserved spots will be added on Peace Valley
• One way in, one way out for all vehicles will go into effect following Spring Break
• Buses will line up in two separate aisles at dismissal
• Kiss and ride will move to last aisle in parking lot
• Student crosswalk will be extended

Link to Video Simulation - Justice HS Bus Loop (3.16.2023).avi

Letter sent to Justice Neighbors 

More information about the Justice Addition can be found on the link below:

https://www.fcps.edu/justice-high-capital-project  

 

 

 

JUSTICE HS PTSA NEWS

 

The Wolf Shack

The Wolf Shack: School Store and Resource Pantry is open! We are very excited to be able to establish this avenue to serve our school community. We provide essential resources that students can easily collect, starting with food and toiletries and moving to clothing and academic, artistic, and athletic supplies. We will use the funds earned from the sale of the spirit-wear, snacks, and drinks to restock the pantry. The success of this endeavor is dependent upon the financial support and volunteerism of the students, staff, and community.

Please donate food, essentials, money, Amazon or Giant gift cards, and sign-up to volunteer. With your continued donations we can maintain needed provisions. THANK YOU!

 

Food For Neighbors

Justice High School's PTSA is partnering with Food For Neighbors to help feed our local students who deal with food insecurity outside of school hours. Even in a county as wealthy as ours, one in four kids in our area are struggling with hunger.

Through the Food For Neighbors’ Red Bag Program, you’ll make a difference in a local student’s life just by adding a few extra items to your shopping cart five times a year. And the best part - our students will immediately benefit from your generosity! 

To learn more about how you can help, visit the Food For Neighbors’ website at www.foodforneighbors.org/get-involved. 

 

 

 

PTSA: Parent, Teacher & Students Association

PTA is a national nonprofit membership organization whose mission is to make every student’s potential a reality. At the high school level, students can also join to participate and hold leadership positions.

Get Involved! Become a member of the PTSA ($10 for the school year). You will have a vote in planning our community programs. The more members the PTA has at the school, state, and national levels, the stronger our voice.

CLICK-ON or SCAN the QR code to access our store and buy memberships, swag, and donate to our programs! 

 

 

 

 

 

GO TO: www.justicehsptsa.org - join us & see events (meetings & programs are open to all)!

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weCare@school  - This emergency care information system is available to FCPS parents/guardians who have a SIS ParentVUE account. Parents can enter and update their children’s medical data at their convenience online. Contact information provided automatically enrolls parents to receive eNotify communications from the district and their child’s school.

Naviance - Naviance Student is a comprehensive website designed for parents of middle and high school students who are making decisions about academic plans, colleges, and careers.  Student Services uses this platform to send out up to date information for your student.

 

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