AHS Class of 2023 Newsletter - April 13

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Class of 2023 Newsletter


Annandale Seniors and Families:

There are many ways to get involved with senior events beginning with the Senior Trip to Kings Dominion this Saturday and the PTSA Silent Auction to benefit the All Night Grad Party!

Senior Breakfast will be held on April 25 during W4/PRIDE Time. Parents, we need your assistance making this event a success. Register here to donate food and/or money to purchase breakfast items, as well as volunteer on event day! This is a parent-sponsored event so any help you can provide is greatly appreciated. Please email senior parents Annamaria Nields and Kimberly Bellem if you have questions.

Don't miss out on the many exciting opportunities to share this special time with family and friends.

If you have any questions, please contact our senior class sponsors, Mr. Jonathan Carbutt and Ms. Chrystal Wood, or our senior class administrator, Ms. Kara Franklin-Taylor.

Sincerely, 

Shawn DeRose, Principal


Important Dates

April 15 - Senior Trip to Kings Dominion Tickets on Sale Now: Tickets for the Senior Trip to Kings Dominion on April 15 are on sale now in myschoolbucks! The cost is $69 and covers transportation, park entry, and snacks on the bus ride. Students should plan to arrive at school by 8:00am. Buses will leave by 9:00am for arrival when the park opens. Students will spend the day at the park, and leave at 6pm when the park closes. Buses will return to school around 8pm. Meals are not included, so students should pack a lunch or plan to purchase food in the park. Water and snacks will be provided on the buses. Space is limited, so don't wait to get your tickets!

 

April 16-26 - All Night Grad Party Online Auction Begins: The All Night Grad Party Online Auction is back and now posted up in “preview mode”. Check out the amazing donations now through April 15, and bidding will go live April 16 through April 26. Pick up will be at Annandale High School on Friday, April 28 from 4-6pm, at the main entrance of the school. We are still actively soliciting donations, so check back frequently to see what’s new. If you have a small business or goods/services/gift cards that you would like to donate, please contact Angela Torres.

 

April 25 - Senior Breakfast, W4/PRIDE Time: We are excited to announce that we will be hosting a Senior Breakfast on Tuesday, April 25 during W4/PRIDE Time. During the breakfast, students will receive important information about end-of-the-year events, including senior exams, senior activities, graduation, and All Night Grad Party. (Parents will also receive this information in an upcoming email.) 

Parents, we need your assistance making this event a success. Register here to donate food and/or money to purchase breakfast items, as well as volunteer on event day! This is a parent-sponsored event so any help you can provide is greatly appreciated. Please email senior parents Annamaria Nields and Kimberly Bellem if you have questions.

 

May 1 - Senior Decision Day: Annandale will celebrate National Decision Day on May 1. At this event, we will recognize our seniors and the different paths they will take after graduation, whether they have decided to attend a four-year college, community college, join the military, workforce, or take a gap year. The celebration will be held during all lunch periods in Clausen Hall, where students can enjoy ice cream, music, and take pictures with their peers.

 

May 20 - Senior Prom, 8-11pm: Prom will be on May 20 from 8:00-11:00pm at the Fairfax Marriott at Fair Oaks. Students are able to purchase tickets beginning Monday, April 11 via MySchoolBucks.com for $50 per ticket. Each student may buy up to 2 tickets. No tickets will be sold at the door. If students would like to bring a guest who doesn’t attend Annandale High School, they must pick up a guest form from the front office and return it to Jonathan Carbutt (Room 244) for approval. Students should not purchase tickets until your form is approved. No middle school students or guests 21 or older will be permitted.

IMPORTANT: Students must pay their senior obligations before purchasing a prom ticket. Students will not be allowed to enter prom if they have outstanding obligations.

 

June 5 - Class of 2023 Graduation Ceremony: The Class of 2023 Graduation Ceremony will be held on Monday, June 5, at 9:00am in our stadium. The rain date will be Tuesday, June 6.

 

June 6 - All Night Grad Party: Annandale High School’s All Night Grad Celebration is June 6 from 11:00pm-5:00am at Audrey Moore Rec Center! Tickets are on sale now. Students can order tickets here, or pick up the ticket form in the office. If you would like, you can Sponsor a Senior and purchase their ticket! Questions? Please contact the ANGC Chair Rheanna Bernard if you have questions or concerns about the All Night Graduation Celebration.


Important Information

Senior Dues - $50: Senior dues, which cover cap and gown, diploma covers, and the senior gift, are $50. Please log on to myschoolbucks.com to pay your senior dues by May 20. Dues can be paid via myschoolbucks.com. Here are instructions for students on how to access MySchoolBucks.com. If you have any questions, please email Jeremy DeBoe.

 

Graduation Announcements: Interested in purchasing graduation announcements and other graduation related items? Go to our Jostens School Store and pick up everything you need to celebrate this milestone. Note: Caps, gowns, and tassels are included in Senior Dues and provided to all graduates.


Opportunities

Free Prom Dresses and Suits at Promise: Do you need a dress or suit for Prom? Do you know someone that might need one? We got you! Prom is coming up on May 20, at the Fairfax Marriott at Fair Oaks, and Annandale’s premiere prom fashion shop has you covered. Promise offers gently used, yet stylish dresses, suits, shoes, clutches and accessories for you to wear to prom – and to keep! Check out our updated inventory that offers a style for everyone’s taste. Please request a pass to visit Mr. Henceroth’s marketing classroom (210) during Pride Time. For further information reach out to Mr. Henceroth. We "Promise" Annandale Prom 2023 will be a night to remember!


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Parent Assistance Needed! Get Involved Today!

Proctors Needed for IB Exams: Calling all Volunteers! The IB exams are starting soon and we are in need of help to proctor the exams. Volunteers are needed to walk around the testing room occasionally and sit/monitor students. No special training is needed ahead of time. Each testing room will have at least one experienced proctor that will be in charge of administering the test. We just need additional adult supervision. Volunteers must be 21 or older. Bring your driver’s license to check-in at the main office. Dress casually with comfortable shoes!

Check out this Sign Up Genius. Questions? Please email Linda Bradshaw, IB DP Coordinator. Any help you can provide would be much appreciated! Thanks for supporting our IB students!

 

Donate to the All Night Grad Party Online Auction! The All Night Grad Party Online Auction is back! The success of the All Night Grad Party on June 6 depends on parents of all grades helping out! It is truly a memorable night that you won’t want to miss. There are time slots available to accommodate any schedule, but the true magic does happen overnight. Don’t miss out on supporting our Grads!  We are still actively soliciting donations, so check back frequently to see what’s new. If you have a small business or goods/services/gift cards that you would like to donate, please contact Angela Torres.

 

Donate to the Senior Breakfast: Parents, we need your assistance making this event a success. Register here to donate food and/or money to purchase breakfast items, as well as volunteer on event day! This is a parent-sponsored event so any help you can provide is greatly appreciated. Please email senior parents Annamaria Nields and Kimberly Bellem if you have questions.