Annandale HS Student Services Newsletter

Fairfax County Public Schools sent this bulletin at 03/29/2023 09:36 AM EDT

Annandale Student Services

Dear Atom Nation,

It’s Spring Break time! Whether you are traveling or staying home, I hope our students and families have a restful and recharging spring break! 

When you return, I encourage all our Juniors and their families to attend our Junior Student/Parent College Night on Thursday, April 13 from 6:00-7:30 PM. Students and families will receive critical information about the college application process and how our Annandale staff will support that process. We will also have a panel of admissions representatives from local colleges and universities who will provide valuable insight into the application and admissions processes. As Mark Twain said, “the secret to getting ahead is getting started,” so we hope to see you there!

Erik Healey, Ed.D.

Director of Student Services

Important Dates

Junior Student/Parent Night: Please join us on Thur., April 13, 2023, from 6:00 - 7:30 PM. Our College & Career Specialist, Mr. Yeagley, will talk about how Juniors should prepare for the college application process. After the presentation we will have a panel of admissions representatives from George Mason, Marymount, and Virginia Tech speak about what they look for when reviewing college applications. Students and parents will also have the opportunity to ask the panel questions. The event will take place in Clausen Hall. We hope to see you there! Email Mr. Yeagley at Byeagley@fcps.edu, if you have questions.

Senior Survey on May 1 & 2: Every senior is required to complete the Senior Survey. Student Services uses this information to celebrate the decisions of our graduates, and to send final transcripts to the right colleges. Counselors will visit every senior English class on May 1 & 2 to help students complete the Survey. We understand many students will be taking the IB business exam on those dates, so we will also be coming to IB Business classes on May 3 to catch the students we missed. Please do not complete the Senior Survey before these dates. If you are absent on the day of your English class, you will receive an email notification about make-up days and times for filling out the survey. Note: It is required that all seniors complete the survey by May 20. Seniors who have not completed the survey will be unable to pick up their cap and gown for graduation. If you have questions or concerns, please email Brian Yeagley, College and Career Specialist, at byeagley@fcps.edu
Flash Forward

College & Career Corner

JumpStart2NOVA - NOVA is pleased to bring back JumpStart2NOVA for summer 2023! We are targeting seniors who are thinking of coming to NOVA in the fall and we are offering one academic course plus SDV 100 in an effort to increase achievement and decrease burn out. The JumpStart2NOVA Info Session will be hosted Tues., March 28 at 6:00 PM. The application opens March 27.

March 28, 2023 6:00 pm – JumpStart2NOVA Information Session

Register here in advance for this webinar

Qualified seniors graduating this spring who are considering coming to NOVA after high school and in good academic standing at the college may take one course and our 1-credit College Success Skills course, SDV 100, at no tuition! To learn more about JumpStart2NOVA, including course offerings, minimum qualifying scores, and details on how to apply, please visit https://www.nvcc.edu/jumpstart/. 

Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Program -

The Fairfax County Department of Family Services staff are recruiting youth, ages 17-24 for the WIOA Youth Program. The WIOA Youth Program assists eligible young adults ages 17-24 to gain the skills needed to succeed in tomorrow’s workforce. Youth can be in current workforce training programs or seeking to get started with a career program. Many current and former ACE students have benefitted from the WIOA program. To learn more about the WIOA Youth Program, please view the following link: https://vcwnorthern.com/youth-programs/

Future FBI Agents in Training - Teen Academy is Accepting Applications:

The FBI Washington Field Office is currently accepting applications for its 2023 Future Agents in Training program. This is a great program offering students an inside view of the FBI, and the opportunity to meet our special agents from our specialty teams; SWAT, Evidence Response, HAZMAT, tours at Quantico and FBI Headquarters culminating with a graduation ceremony on Friday, July 21st.

Our Future Agents in Training - Teen Academy program allows high school students an opportunity to get a comprehensive look into today’s FBI. The program will welcome high school students between the ages of 16 and 18 years old to join us on July 17-21, 2023, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (applicants must be 16 by 7/17/23 to apply)

Email your applications by April 2, 2023. Incomplete and late applications will not be accepted. 

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

  • 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, Apr. 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

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