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Upcoming Events
October 20: Homecoming Game, 7pm, Stalnaker Stadium
October 21: Homecoming Dance, 8-11pm, Field House
October 25: 2024 Governor's School Interest Meeting, 10:15am, Library
October 26: Fall Pyramid Choral Concert, 7pm, Auditorium
October 26: Freshman Parent Night, 5:30pm, Library
October 28: City Band Concert, 7:30pm, Auditorium
November 3: Principal's Coffee, 7:30am, Library; End of First Quarter, 2HR Early Release
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 Dr. Aye "Digs Pink" in her winter gear, and celebrates our Volleyball Seniors!
October 20, 2023
Greetings Fairfax Family,
It is a Fabulous Fairfax Day and a FOOTBALL FRIDAY, A TAILGATE FRIDAY, and a HOCO WEEKEND!
This week was all things Fairfax High School Homecoming and celebrating the PAWSomeness of being a student, a staff member or a community member at FHS. Students were celebrating their FHS Pride every day this week with spirit days, float building, and special events. On Tuesday, we assembled and celebrated our Senior Court who took time to thank their families, our staff and also share fun facts about themselves with our student body.
Wednesday was WONDERFUL. At every turn and twist in the school there was something for everyone. We hosted our yearly HOCO tradition of the chowdown. Our Volleyball Team hosted "Dig Pink" in honor of breast cancer awareness and secured a ROARing victory of Lake Braddock. Our Musical Theater Actors Studio students took to the stage for their "Ready Set Glow" showcase of talent-- APPLAUSE!
Thursday, we stepped up our enthusiasm and enjoyed our student run pep rally. We gathered in the gym and the energy became contagious as we watched student performances, played games, celebrated our teams, and enjoyed a staff and student volleyball game (THE STAFF WON). The celebrating ended with our very own LEO defeating the Ram.
Friday morning kicked off with an electrifying walk around with our band. Students also enjoyed cafe karaoke and our dj at lunch. Tonight, we prepare for our student tailgate and our game.
Finally, tomorrow night --WE SHALL DANCE!
Please have an amazing weekend filled with pumpkin spice and all things nice.
In partnership always,
  Fairfax Academy's Musical Theatre & Actor's Studio class recently held their showcase, Ready, Set, GLOW!
Included in this issue:
Staff and Parent Spotlight
- Parent Nicolas Geadah visited Ms. Cruley's CS Capstone class
Fairfax Lions Need to Know:
- Calendar Update: March 5, 2024 is now a Student Holiday
- Homecoming Schedule
- Join the PTSA
- Freshman Parent Night, Thursday, Oct. 26, 5:30pm, FHS Library
- Federal Impact Aid Survey now Online
- Revive! Narcan Training
Fairfax Lions Nice to Know:
- Outstanding Employee Nominations are now open!
- 2024 Summer Governor's School
- Sales Tax Holiday
- Connect - Contact - Reach Us
Fairfax HS PTSA
- No Fuss Fundraiser
- PTSA Membership
- All Night Grad
Math Teacher, Rebecca Cruley, with guest speaker, FHS Parent, and PTSA Treasurer, Nicolas Geadah.
The Computer Science Capstone class would like to thank Mr. Nicolas Geadah for a wonderful presentation in Ms. Cruley's class on Thursday, October 19! Mr. Geadah talked about computer science college options, careers in computer science and cs engineering, and the process of implementing large scale computer science systems. It was an interactive presentation with some good discussion about a variety of topics.
🗳️ Calendar Update: March 5, 2024, Presidential Primary
The Fairfax Board of Elections has requested that schools be closed on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, to accommodate the administration of the 2024 presidential primary election.
March 5, 2024 will be a school holiday for students and a virtual School Planning Day. Central offices and school offices will remain open. SACC will remain open, as it does on other professional work days.
Homecoming Schedule
Dear Fairfax Community,
Due to rain and the potential for lightning, we have cancelled the parade. Thanks to all students, coaches, club sponsors, and staff who worked to organize and execute the event.
· The Pre-game tailgate in the field house parking lot is postponed to 5:00 pm.
· Rain or shine, the homecoming football game will be played at 7:00 pm, as scheduled.
What is Homecoming? Homecoming, or HOCO for short, is a spirit week which concludes with a parade and a home football game on Friday and a school dance on Saturday night. Traditionally, alumni have a “Homecoming” to watch the football game and see old friends.
What happens on Friday?
- Friday, 5:00: The Tailgate is a Homecoming pre-game festival in the FHS fieldhouse parking lot. This event will include amusements, games, food trucks, and music. It is open to the community.
- Friday, 7:00 pm: Homecoming football game versus Robinson High School. FHS Homecoming Court will be announced at half-time of the game.
- Gates to the stadium open at 6pm. Many students stay after school through the end of the football game to enjoy all the festivities!
What happens on Saturday?
- Saturday, 8:00 – 11:00 pm: Homecoming dance in the Fieldhouse (school gym). This is a ticketed event. Students must have a valid ticket and student ID (or show SIS account) to enter the dance. Event entrance is at door 21. Tickets are still available using the following link: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/92917516/homecoming-dance-fairfax-fairfax-high-school-athletics.
- There will be concessions and a coat check, so make sure to bring cash!
- Saturday, 8:00 – 10:00 pm: Homecoming movie screening – We will be showing Disney’s “Hercules” as an alternative Homecoming event. There is no fee for this event, but students will be required to show their student ID or SIS profile to participate. Students should enter through Door 22.
Thank you for your support! We are looking forward to a great event!!
Brendan Shapiro
Fairfax High School Leadership, HPE, and Student Activities
Don't forget to Join the PTSA!
Great meeting this week with our PTSA!! Have you joined?? Don't miss out on all the fun! JOIN HERE: https://www.fairfaxptsa.org/membership
Freshman Parent Night, Oct. 26
Parents/Guardian of the Class of 2027! Please join us in the FHS Library for our Freshman Parent Meeting on Thursday, October 26. Hear informative sessions, buy spirit wear, join the PTSA.
5:30pm:
9th grade Counselors, Dean of Students, and FHS Leaders
6:00-7:00pm:
- Substance Abuse: Trends and Truths, with Sean McMahon, FHS Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist
- Instruction in 9th Grade: Q&A with 9th grade Instructional Staff
Supervised childcare will be available in the library conference room.
Questions? Contact Counselors Laura Kaniewski, lekaniewski@fcps.edu; Dara Markenson, dmmarkenson@fcps.edu; or Liz Velazco, ecvelazco@fcps.edu.
Federal Impact Aid Survey: Now Online
FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. To make it easier, the form is now available online in SIS ParentVUE.
Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important because information from this survey results in an additional $3 million in grants each year from the U.S. Department of Education. These funds are used to support all Fairfax County public schools and centers.
Once logged in to SIS ParentVUE, click “Online Packets” in the top right corner. Then, select “Federal Impact Aid Survey.” Get more information.
Revive! Narcan Training, Nov. 15
Please join the Fairfax County Community Services Board as they offer a training on site at FHS in how to administer Naloxone in the event of an overdose emergency from 3:15-4:15 PM on November 15th (after school). Families, students, and staff are encouraged to attend, and will receive a free box of Narcan upon completion of the training.
Space is limited, please sign up here: https://forms.gle/6pURFud5mKLBhFR16
More information:
https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/community-services-board/heroin-opioids/revive
Fairfax Lions Nice to Know:
Outstanding Staff Nominations are here!
Nominations are now open for the Outstanding Employee Awards! Each year, FCPS recognizes staff members in several different categories. Anyone can submit a nomination - staff, students, families, community members. Please think about those staff who have made an impact in your life, your student's life, or who is deserving of this recognition.
To submit a nomination for a Fairfax High School Outstanding Employee in one of the categories below, please complete the nomination through this Google form. You may nominate an employee in one or more categories. All that is required for a preliminary nomination is a paragraph or two about how this employee demonstrates exceptional work in the criteria for that category. The google form link has more information regarding the criteria and eligibility requirements for each of these awards. The categories are:
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Outstanding Teacher
- Outstanding New Teacher
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Outstanding Leader
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Outstanding Professional Employee
- Outstanding Operational Employee
All information and descriptions are in this Google form. The deadline to submit a nomination is Friday, November 17, 2023. Questions, please contact Administrative Asst., Mrs. Cate, at 703-219-2223 or vmcate@fcps.edu.
Thank you!
2024 Governor's School
The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) offers the opportunity for 10th and 11th grade students to apply to attend summer residential Governor’s schools in Academics and Visual and Performing Arts (VPA). Students who are accepted into one of the programs will live in residence halls in one of the state colleges in VA for four weeks in the June - late July timeframe. To learn more about SRGS opportunities and the application process, visit the VDOE website and view the promotional video.
To be considered for an academic or VPA Governor’s school, students must complete the steps below.
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Complete the interest form linked below for either Academics or VPA. The form is a required part of the application process and is due November 3rd. No late entries will be accepted. When completing the form, enter a personal email address and do NOT use an fcpsschools.net email address. VDOE cannot send communications to the fcpsschools.net domain.
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Attend our school interest meeting which will take place on October 25th at 10:15 in the library. Attendance at the meeting is optional but strongly encouraged.
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Complete the application for the specific program you wish to apply to and return it to Ms. Markenson, dmmarkeson@fcps.edu, or Ms. Bush, mbush@fcps.edu, in Student Services.
- Academic applications are due to the school on December 8, 2023.
- VPA applications are due to the school on January 31, 2024.
Sales Tax Holiday, Oct. 20 - 22
Virginia’s three-day sales tax holiday starts Friday, October 20, and ends Sunday, October 22. During the sales tax holiday, you can buy qualifying school supplies, clothing, footwear, emergency preparedness items, and Energy Star™ and WaterSense™ products without paying sales tax. View the Sales Tax Holiday Guidelines for more information.
with us throughout the year:
Fairfax HS PTSA
Table of Contents:
- No Fuss Fundraiser
- PTSA Membership
- All Night Grad
Support FHS Students and Teachers!
 Donate today! We have a $2,000 fundraising goal to fund the PTSA budget fully. The Parent Teacher Student Association supports FHS through financing functions (e.g., college admission officer speakers) and supporting wellness, diversity, and volunteerism. The PTSA rewards academic achievement, offers student scholarships, funds classroom grants, teacher appreciation events, and the FHS Food Bank. We rely entirely on membership dues and donations to fund the PTSA budget, and as a 501(c)3, your donation is tax-deductible. For details on how the funds are spent, see the proposed budget:
Fairfax High School PTSA - Bylaws & Budget
PTSA Membership
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Parent/Adult: $20
Teacher/Staff: $12
FHS Student: $8
Thank you!
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Join the Parent Teacher Student Association, PTSA, to support our FHS teachers, students and community! Your dues and donations work to fund all of our activities and programs. Scan the code provided or click JOIN NOW to become a member. Becoming a member does not mean you are committed to volunteer; it helps to keep you engaged and informed of what is happening in our school community and provides opportunities to get involved as your availability allows.
ANG Update ~ Now the Work Begins!
By giving a little, you will help out a lot...
Fundraising is an important focus of the All Night Grad Committee. The more success we have with fundraising, the lower we can keep our ticket prices while providing more activities for our graduates at the party. To do this, we need your help. The All Night Grad Committee is still in need of people to take on the following fundraising positions:
If you already know you want to help at the Holiday Craft Fair, you can email us at: ANG@fairfaxptsa.org.
In addition to volunteering, donations to the All Night Grad Party are always welcome. If you, or your friends and family, would like to make a donation to the All Night Graduation Party, you can donate online at the PTSA’s giving-site:
https://fairfaxhs.memberhub.com/store/items/931830
Donations are tax-deductible.
In addition to fundraising, we are still looking for someone to fill the role of School Communications and Social Media Coordinator. If you, or someone you know, has a flair for social media, we’d like your help in spreading the message about All Night Grad.
If you have any questions about the All Night Grad Party, or would like to talk about how you can help, please email us at ANG@fairfaxptsa.org
We look forward to all parents’ support for the All Night Grad Party. Together, we will make this a night for our seniors to remember!
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