Important Upcoming Dates
2022-2023 School Year
June 5 - Baccalaureate (see below)
June 6 - Graduation at DAR Constitution Hall, 2:30 pm
June 6 - All Night Grad Party, 11pm - 4am (see below)
June 8 - Last day for Late Busses
June 12-15 - Underclassmen Laptop Return (See below)
June 16 - Last Day of School, early dismissal
June 19 - Juneteenth (see below)
June 20 - Teacher Workday (see below)
July 17-19 - AP Boot Camp (see below)
School Supply Drive - 5/5-5/16
2023 Baccalaureate Service - June 5 at 5:00pm
Temple Rodef Shalom, 2100 Westmoreland St, Falls Church, VA 22043
McLean High School Seniors, their families, and guests are invited to attend the 2023 Baccalaureate Service. The Baccalaureate Service is a long-standing tradition for parents of graduating seniors at McLean High School to organize an interfaith graduation service for students and their families. Baccalaureate services date to the 1400s and mark the milestone of graduation with prayer and song. The service includes prayers and reflections from faith leaders in our area as well as from Class of 2023 students.
If you would like to serve on the Baccalaureate committee, or would like to participate as a speaker, prayer leader, and/or music performer, please contact Julie Smith at jds342000@gmail.com.
To donate food, drink, decorations, time or funds to this time-honored tradition, please sign-up here.
June 6th - Early Release Day Bell Schedule
Please see the Bell Schedule for June 6th below:
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Last Day for Late Busses - 6/8
June 8th will be the last day for late busses. This service will resume in the 23-24 school year.
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2023 FCPSon Device Collection
Underclassmen
Underclassmen that no longer need their school laptop for finals:
- Starting Monday, June 12th and throughout exam week, any student no longer needing their laptop can bring laptop/charger to the Library Reference Room.
Underclassmen that need their laptop through their last exam:
- Students will turn in their laptop to their 8th period teacher on Thursday, June 15th prior to the final dismissal bell.
Book Approval Committee - Volunteers Needed
We are looking for parents to join our book approval committee. FCPS’s Regulation 3005 requires schools to have novels and nonfiction texts approved through a formal review process if they will be used for instructional purposes. Teachers complete a form explaining the rationale for using each text in our curriculum, and our parent volunteers read the provided rationale and critical reviews before deciding to approve or reject the use of a text. If you are interested in joining our book approval committee, please email Bridget Donoghue at badonoghue@fcps.edu.
New Epinephrine Authorization Form
FCPS has updated its Epinephrine Authorization form and will be requiring the new form for 2023-24 school year. This form aligns with updated guidance from the Virginia Department of Health and can be found at: https://www.fcps.edu/form/ssse-64-authorization-anaphylaxis-action-plan . If you have any questions about this new form, please contact the school public health nurse, Janet Stein, at jstein@fcps.edu .
End of Year Medication Pick-up
As the end of our school year approaches, please be reminded that all medications kept in the Health Room must be picked up by the end of the school year. Per FPCS regulations, any medications that remain in the Health Room after close of business on the last day of school must be destroyed.
For SENIORS: The last day of classes will be May 26th. Seniors who have medications may keep them in the Health Room until after AP testing and graduation activities are complete.
For ALL OTHER STUDENTS: The last day of classes is June 16th.
Prescription Medications (Epi-pens, Inhalers, ADHD, etc.) : Must be picked up by a parent. Please sign in at the main office. PLEASE NOTE: if a student self-carries their epi-pen or inhaler and keeps one in the health room, the student may pick it up.
Over-the-counter Medication: Students may pick up these medications and take them home. They may be picked up at the end of the day between 2:45-3:00pm any time before the end of the year.
All medications must be picked up by 11:00am, June 16th.
Please contact School Health Aide, Julie Gamboa, with any questions. jgamboa@fcps.edu
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Last Day of School (early dismissal)
The last day of the 2022-23 school year is Friday, June 16, and students will be dismissed early.
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Juneteenth - 6/19 |
As a reminder, Monday, June 19, is a holiday for FCPS employees. Juneteenth commemorates the day in 1865 that word of the Emancipation Proclamation and the end of the Civil War finally reached enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, effectively marking the end of slavery in the United States. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.
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Teacher Workday - 6/20 |
AP Bootcamp - 7/17-7/19
AP Boot Camp will be held Monday, July 17th through Wednesday July 19, 2022 from 9 am – 12 pm. It is recommended students participate in all 3 days. Rising 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. There are 80 available slots for this year’s boot camp. Registration must be received by June 30, 2023.
Boot Camp is an interactive leadership conference where students discuss and practice the qualities required for success in college and in the corporate world. This program is targeted for students who are taking their first AP class. This event will focus on developing five attributes: Teamwork, Communication, Organization, Reading, and Problem Solving (T-CORPS). These skills are those that are most desired by Fortune 500 firms. This hands-on program will actively engage students in the development and use of these skills, while demonstrating their importance. To go with the military boot camp theme, students will divide into platoons and compete in tasks that will allow them to build and demonstrate these skills. After each task, students will reflect upon their performance and discuss how they can improve. Boot Camp has four goals:
1. Introduce students to the unique academic challenges of AP coursework.
2. Guide students in skill development with focus on teamwork, communication, organization, reading, and problem solving.
3. Discuss the practical application of these skills inside and outside the classroom.
4. Provide opportunities for students to develop a support network with their peers.
If you have any questions, please email Mr. Jeff Barham, Assistant Principal, at jbarham@fcps.edu or Mr. Michael Stone, mrstone@fcps.edu.
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LGBTQIA+ Pride Month |
In the month of June we recognize the valuable contributions of LGBTQIA+ individuals across America, and we reaffirm our commitment to standing in solidarity with LGBTQIA+ Americans in their ongoing struggle against discrimination and injustice. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.
Gun Violence Awareness Day/Wear Orange - 6/1
The first Friday in June is recognized as National Gun Violence Awareness Day. Also known as Wear Orange Day, it was first organized by students in 2013. Information about gun violence prevention is available on our website.
From FCPS
Don't Forget to Check Your Student's Lunch Balance!
It’s a busy time of year, and we know there are many priorities on families’ plates. As we approach the end of the school year, it is important for families to remember to check their students’ MySchoolBucks account and pay any remaining school meal balance.
Families who earn less than 185% of poverty level qualify for free and reduced-price meals. However, an application must be completed and submitted each school year to receive that benefit. The application for the 2023-24 school year will be available near the end of August.
If families have a current balance and think they may be eligible for free and reduced-price meals, please fill out the FRM application for the 2022-23 school year. Get more information about free and reduced-price lunch.
If you are interested in helping to relieve lunch debt for families currently going through the FRM application process, please donate to Educate Fairfax.
State Student Assessment Summary Reports
At the May 25 School Board meeting, Dr. Reid presented information on a new Virginia Department of Education report called Virginia’s Visualization and Analytics Solution (VVAAS) Student Assessment Summary.
Virginia school divisions will be distributing a report to parents showing their student’s past Standards of Learning (SOL) testing data. Reports will be provided, through SIS ParentVUE or by mail, for any student who has an SOL testing history in the state of Virginia as of Spring 2022.
In addition to showing a student’s performance on SOL tests over time, it also shows how that performance compares to other Virginia students who took the same test. This report, along with a companion letter, will be available mid-June.
FCPS uses various data sources to determine student growth and success. The Student Assessment Summary Report is just one piece of information in the larger picture of student assessment in FCPS. Learn more about what to expect regarding assessment reporting practices and timelines.
Summer Camps and Classes
Registration for taking a summer class with the Online Campus will close Friday, June 9. Email OnlineCampus@fcps.edu or call 703-503-7781 with any questions.
Registration for Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology’s Middle School Technology Institute (MSTI) also closes on Friday, June 9.
Other Summer Learning Opportunities
Registration is still available for Institute for the Arts (IFTA) and Elementary-IFTA (E-IFTA) arts camps, Credit Recovery Academy, and CyberPatriot Summer Cyber Camp.
Multilingual Parent Information Line
Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.
FY 2024 Budget
School Board Adopts FY 2024 Budget with Focus on Student Achievement
The Fairfax County School Board unanimously voted to adopt the FCPS Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Approved Budget at their regularly scheduled Board meeting last Thursday. The budget focuses on closing the achievement gap for all students, and maintaining a world-class public school division by recruiting and retaining outstanding educators.
The FY 2024 Approved Budget totals $3.5 billion—a net increase of $221.7 million or 6.7% over the FY 2023 Approved Budget. Nearly 86% of the Approved Budget is targeted at instruction. Increased security measures and the continuation of green investments are also acknowledged. Read more about the FY 2024 Approved Budget.
2023 School Bond Referendum
The School Board approved a resolution requesting that the Board of Supervisors (BOS) approve a School Bond Referendum, supporting the division and county’s commitment to providing safe and welcoming learning environments for all students.
The School Bond Referendum will be on the November 2023 general election ballot in the principal amount of $435 million, pending the approval of the BOS. The BOS will vote on the School Bond Referendum in June.
The funding provided by voter-approved bonds will provide construction funds for seven elementary schools; planning and design funds for eight elementary school renovations and one middle school renovation; and funds for three modular relocations, security vestibules, and inflation adjustments for prior bond projects. These projects are identified in the FY 2024-28 Capital Improvement Program which was approved by the School Board in February.
The building and renovation of our schools is not funded through the division’s operating budget. Voter-approved bonds allow payment for these projects over time. Read more about the 2023 Bond Referendum.
New Strategic Plan
Superintendent Reid presented FCPS’ new Strategic Plan to the School Board during their recent Board meeting. The new plan was developed after months of dedication and hard work from our entire FCPS community. It will be our North Star in charting our course through 2030. The student-centered and data-driven plan will be guided by five goals and four supporting pillars. Watch the Strategic Plan presentation. The School Board will vote on the plan at their meeting on Thursday, June 15. Find out how to view the Board meeting.
Share Your Graduation or Promotion Ceremony Photos on Facebook or Instagram
Graduation season is almost here! FCPS parents, students, and staff members are invited to share their favorite pictures from this year's graduation or promotion ceremonies on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram, by tagging FCPS and using the hashtag #FCPSgrad23. We will retweet and share some of the photos.
View the FCPS high school graduation schedule, including dates, times, and locations.
INOVA Free School Physicals and Immunizations
Inova Cares Clinic for Children (ICCC) and Inova Partnership for Healthier Communities (PHC) are now scheduling appointments in June, July, and August to provide children ages 5 and up with FREE school physicals and immunizations to begin the 2023-24 School Year. This will take place at the Inova Cares Clinic for Children in Herndon, Manassas, and Falls Church.
PHC will be on site to screen and enroll qualifying families in Medicaid/FAMIS and connect them to an appropriate and affordable source of quality healthcare providers. Please share the flyers below.
Flyer for Insured and Inova Patients
Flyer for Medicaid or Uninsured Patients
Weekly Reminders
McLean HS Tech Support for Students
If you are experiencing issues with your FCPS issued laptop, please use the link below to enter your information. The tech support team will then get back to you as soon as possible.
We will continue to support students remotely as much as possible. If a computer has been identified as needing hands-on repair, we will schedule an appointment for you to come to the school to exchange it.
Description: This form should be filled out by a student if they are experiencing issues with their FCPSOn laptop.
Please click on the link below to access the Tech Support Request Form.
Parent/Student Support Portal Link:
https://itweb.fcps.edu/itsupport/
McLean HIgh School PTSA Information
Here are some quick links:
- Visit our WEBSITE and subscribe to eNews
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Join our PTSA (AtoZ Directory Account) (If a returning family, please verify your information)
- Make a Donation and check if your company offers Corporate Matching
- Find McLean PTSA on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram
- When Shopping, link your accounts and a portion of your sales will go to the PTSA
Social-Emotional Support Information
Mental Health and Wellness Support Services and Resources
McLean’s Clinical Staff are available to consult with parents and students regarding mental health related concerns and behaviors. They are also able to provide community resources as needed. Please see their contact information below:
Carol Ann Forrest, School Psychologist, CMForrest@fcps.edu
Beverly Parker-Lewis, School Psychologist, baparkerlewi@fcps.edu
Marly Jerome-Featherson, School Social Worker, mjeromefeath@fcps.edu
For more Mental Health and Wellness Information, please check out these Student Wellness Resources, FCPS’s Healthy Minds Blog and the FCPS’s Parent Resource Center.
Emergency Resources
Crisis Link Regional Hotline 703-527-4077
Crisis Text Text NEEDHELP to 85511
Dominion Hospital Emergency 703-536-2000
INOVA Emergency 703-289-7560
Merrifield Center Emergency 703-573-5979 TTY dial 711
Life Threatening 911
FCPS Cares
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