Annandale Student Services

Message from the Director

Dear Atom Nation,

On Tuesday this week, we met with the Seniors to review the end of year calendar and important upcoming dates. Starting next week, seniors will need to complete the Senior Survey. On Monday and Tuesday, counselors will be visiting English classes to support students through this process. There is more information about the Senior Survey below. 

As we finalize plans for the 2023-2024 school year, please check your student’s course requests in ParentVUE. These can be accessed by selecting the Course Requests item in the left-hand menu when you login to your ParentVUE account. Throughout January and February, each student met with their counselor to make their course selections. 

If there are any changes or corrections that need to be made to your student’s schedule, you must contact their counselor prior to May 5, 2023. Due to budget constraints, any requests to change courses after this date cannot be honored. Requests to change electives may not be honored due to course availability. We will do our best to keep you informed of any changes to your student’s schedule due to scheduling conflicts.

Erik Healey, Ed.D.

Director of Student Services

Important Dates May 4, May 18 - NOVA Help Sessions May 1 & 2 - Senior Survey (required for all Seniors) May 5 - Senior Decision Day NOVA Help Sessions: Are you planning to attend Northern Virginia Community College next year or take classes this summer through the Jump Start program? Ms. Acosta, Admissions Counselor from NOVA will be here during lunch on May 4, and May 18 to help students apply to NOVA, register for classes and help get academic holds removed. If you would like to attend please reach out to your counselor or Mr. Yeagley and they can register you for the date and time you would like. All sessions will be held in the College and Career Center (room 103).  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 Senior Decision Day: On May 5, AHS will celebrate National Decision Day. 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 the Senior Courtyard, where students will enjoy popcorn, music, and take pictures with their peers. No-Cost Mental Health Teletherapy for Students Starting April 10: 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, 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 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.

College & Career Corner

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/

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. Athough 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.

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

Scholarships

• NOVAMWMW Scholarship – deadline April 28, 2023 - https://www.novamwmw.org/scholarship-1
• Charles J. Colgan VABA Aviation Scholarship – deadline April 28, 2023 - https://www.thevaba.org/colgan-application
• Delores T. Cooper Community Scholarship - deadline April 30, 2023 - (Open to graduating seniors who attend Falls Church, Annandale, or Justice High Schools) - https://firstbaptistchurchmerrifield.org/delores-t-cooper-scholarship-application/
• Atlas Fellowship Scholarship – deadline April 30, 2023 - https://www.atlasfellowship.org/
• Association for Federal Information Resources Management (AFFIRM) Scholarship – deadline April 30, 2023 - https://www.affirm.org/scholarship-program/
• Brigadier General Charles Young Scholarship – deadline April 30, 2023 - https://www.capitalregionques.org/programs/scholarships-opportunities/
• Open Door Presbyterian Church Scholarship – deadline April 30, 2023 - https://acrobat.adobe.com/link/review?uri=urn:aaid:scds:US:bd0497a8-919f-4574-93b2-517d8d6e24cd
• Alpha Phi Alpha, Theta Rho Lambda Chapter Scholarship – deadline April 30, 2023 - https://form.jotform.com/223527849343059
• Dorm Fairies – deadline April 30, 2023 - https://www.dormfairies.org/application
• Scott Isaacson Scholarship – deadline May 1, 2023 - https://comfortcases.org/scholarship/
• Virginia Sheriffs’ Institute Scholarship – deadline May 1, 2023 - https://vasheriffsinstitute.org/programs/scholarship/
• Mount Vernon-Springfield Business Scholarship – deadline May 1, 2023 - https://mountvernonspringfield.com/business-scholarship-application/
• GMRWC Betty Greer – deadline May 1, 2023 - https://www.gmrwc.net/scholarships
• Ashley R. Thompson Memorial Scholarship – deadline May 11, 2023 - http://www.theartofdriving.org/foundation/scholarship.html
• Jack and Jill- Fran Robinson Memorial – Reston Chapter  - deadline May 12, 2023 - https://jackandjillreston.com/fran-robinson-memorial-scholarship/
• Jack and Jill - Sybil Caldwell Education Scholarship – Reston Chapter – deadline May 12, 2023 - https://jackandjillreston.com/sybil-caldwell-education-scholarship/
• Young Simba Scholarship – deadline May 13, 2023 - https://simbascholarship.org/
• Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority Scholarship Program – deadline May 19, 2023 - https://www.fcrha.org/scholarship-program
• National Naval Officers Assn. Washington (DCNNOA) DC Chapter – deadline May 26, 2023 - https://nnoa.org/chapter-dcnnoa/
• Charles Cheesman’s Student debt Reduction Scholarship – deadline May 30, 2023 - https://bold.org/scholarships/charles-cheesmans-student-debt-reduction-scholarship/
• Elmer Timberman Masonic Lodge Scholarship – deadline May 31, 2023 - https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=ttcscholar
• Joan and Gene Hartman Scholarship – deadline May 31, 2023 - Application in Naviance
• Lavon Jordan Diversity and Inclusion Scholarship – deadline May 31, 2023 - https://www.afcea.org/frontier-technology-inc-lavon-jordan-diversity-and-inclusion-scholarships
• NOBLE – National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives – deadline May 31, 2023 - See Naviance for application
• Herb Block Scholarship – deadline June 1, 2023 - https://www.herbblockfoundation.org/scholarships
• Teen Drinking and Driving Prevention PSA Scholarship – deadline June 15, 2023 - https://www.davidmckenzielawfirm.com/teen-drinking-and-driving-prevention-psa-scholarship/
• Fair Lakes Scholarship – deadline June 23, 2023 - Application in Naviance
• Jack Killion Entrepreneurial Scholarship - deadline July 1, 2023 - https://www.gswoman.com/jack-killion-scholarship
• 5 Estimates Scholarship - deadline July 30, 2023 - https://5estimates.com/scholarship/
• The Army Reserve Minuteman Scholarship - deadline 8/04/2023 - www.usar.army.mil/MinutemanCampaign

Enrichment Opportunities

• Loving Me Girls Conference – event date April 29, 2023, from 10:30am to 3pm - https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwtfuusqj0qGNNoXv5mfIOEb7DCaKZNSSWj#/registration
• Youth Advisory Board – deadline April 30, 2023 – event date August 2023 – June 2025 - https://form.jotform.com/230366297783164
• Latinx Leadership Academy – deadline Apr. 30, 2023 – event date June 22 – 24, 2023 - https://www.valhen.org/lla
• Summer Enrichment Program – deadline May 1, 2023 – event date June 19 – July 28, 2023 1 or 2 weeks courses - https://northern.virginia.edu/programs/internal/summer-enrichment-programs/
• Accelerated Careers Awareness Program – deadline May 1, 2023 – event date Info Session: Mar. 8 and Apr. 12, 2023, at 6:00 PM, Program: July 23 – 28, 2023 - https://community.nabainc.org/richmond/acap
• Terp Young Scholars – deadline May 1, 2023 – event date July 10-28, 2023 - https://oes.umd.edu/pre-college-programs/terp-young-scholars
• Environmental Quality Advisory Council – deadline May 3, 2023 – event date 2023-2024, 2nd Wednesday each month  - https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/environment-energy-coordination/environmental-quality-advisory-council
• Young Entrepreneurs Expo – event date May 13, 2023, from 8am to 12pm  - https://www.kidbizinc.com/nova/YoungEntrepreneursExpo.html
• The Academies – deadline May 14, 2023 – event date June or July 2023 - https://www.academies.hsa.net/
• Experiences in Architecture (EiA) – deadline May 15, 2023 – event date July 9 – 22, 2023 or July 9 – 28, 2023 - https://architecture.catholic.edu/academics/pre-college/
• Arabic Summer Language Institute – deadline May 15, 2023 – event date Session 1: June 1 – 30, 2023, Session 2: July 5 – Aug. 2, 2023 - https://sllc.umd.edu/special-programs/arabic-persian/summer-langage-institutes/arabic
• Engineering Innovation – deadline May 19, 2023 – event date Info Sessions: Feb. 11 at 12pm, Mar. 12 at 2pm and Apr. 17 at 7pm.  In person: July 3 – 28, 2023. Virtual: June 26 – July 28, 2023 - https://ei.jhu.edu/
• Relay for Life Northern Virginia – event date May 20, 2023, from 3pm to 11pm - https://secure.acsevents.org/site/STR?pg=entry&fr_id=104230
• Summer Academy for Policy Leadership and Public Service Online (SAO) – deadline May 31, 2023 – event date June 26, 2023 – July 8, 2023 - https://policypathways.org/apply-now/
• Five-Week Young Astro-Scholars Internship: Astronomy Data Analysis & Space – event date June 17 – July 15, 2023, 5 Saturdays from 12pm to 2pm - https://schar.gmu.edu/programs/executive-education/five-week-young-astro-scholars-internship-astronomy-data-analysis-and
• Scripps Howard Emerging Journalists Program at Elon – event date June 19-30, 2023 - https://www.elon.edu/u/academics/communications/about-the-school/scripps-howard-emerging-journalists-program-at-elon/immersion/
• Institute for the Arts (IFTA) – event date 4 weeks: July 5-28, 2023, 2 weeks: July 5 – 14 or July 17-28, 2023, 8:30am to 2pm (M-F) - https://www.fcps.edu/academics/summer-learning-programs/camps-and-institutes-institute-arts-ifta
• Summer Bridge: Women in Stem – event date July 16-21, 2023 - https://www.radford.edu/content/csat/home/women-in-stem.html
• Data Analytics for Elite Young Scholars - Biology and Medical Science Experience  - event date July 22 - Aug. 19, 2023 - https://schar.gmu.edu/programs/executive-education/high-school-and-college-student-internship-data-analytics-elite-young
• Science Camps – event date July 2023 - https://www.science.vt.edu/get-involved/camps.html
• Health and Biomedical Sciences Summer Camp – event date July 24 - 29, 2023 - https://www.lvc.edu/life-at-lvc/summer-community-programming/health-biomedical-sciences-camp/
• Peace Ambassador Leadership Summit (PALS) – event date July 30 – Aug. 5, 2023 - https://www.nveee.org/pals/ 
• TV and Radio Summer Camps – event date July and/or Aug. 2023 - https://www.fcac.org/summer-camp-registration-forms
• Lifeguard at Commonwealth Pools – event date Summer 2023  - https://www.commonwealthswimclub.org/new-page
• Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts – event date Summer 2023 - https://www.wolftrap.org/about/employment_opportunities.aspx
• AmeriCorps – event date 2023 - https://americorps.gov/serve
• High School Internship Program (HSIP) – event date School year (12 hours per week) Summer (32 hours per week) - https://www.urbanalliance.org/high-school-internship-program/

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