Justice Junction - Community News & Updates - November 12, 2023
Fairfax County Public Schools sent this bulletin at 11/12/2023 05:28 PM EST
November 12, 2023
Hello Justice HS Students, Families, and Community Members:
I hope this message finds you well. Friday, we took a moment to honor and express our deepest gratitude to the brave men and women who have served our country. Veterans Day is a time to reflect on the sacrifices made by these individuals and to appreciate the freedoms we enjoy today because of their dedication. Thank you to the Justice High School Community of Veterans and your service to our country.
As we carry the spirit of gratitude forward, let's transition into another meaningful event on the horizon—World Kindness Week. Tomorrow is World Kindness Day and we will embark on a week dedicated to spreading kindness, compassion, and positivity throughout our workplace.
Kindness is a powerful force that not only brightens someone else's day but also strengthens the bonds within our team. Whether it's a simple act of kindness, a thoughtful gesture, or a supportive word, each action contributes to creating a more positive and uplifting work environment.
Thank you for your dedication, not only to the Justice High School community but also to
the principles of gratitude and kindness. Your commitment makes our community a better and more enjoyable space for everyone.
I am thrilled to extend my heartfelt congratulations to our talented WP Theatre students, dedicated staff, and the incredible parent volunteers for their outstanding performance of Disney's Beauty and the Beast Broadway musical this past weekend. The magic of the stage came to life through your hard work, passion, and unwavering commitment to excellence.
A special thank you to everyone who attended, supported, and contributed to making this production a success. Your enthusiasm and encouragement are invaluable to our performing arts community.
Please read below for more important dates and information.
Tiffany I. Narcisse, Principal
Empower our school, embrace our community, and educate to build positive futures as global citizens together.
~November Observances~
- Native American Heritage Month
- National Career Development Month
- National Family Engagement Month
- Military Family Appreciation Month
- November 22nd - 24th - Thanksgiving Break
- December 18th - 29th - Winter Break
- January 1st - New Year's Day
- January 15th - MLK Holiday
- January 25th - End of 2nd Quarter/Early Release for Students
- January 26th - Teacher Workday
- June 6, 2024 – Class of 2024 Graduation | 7:30 PM | EagleBank Arena
9th/10th Grade College Prep Parent Night
You are invited to our annual 9th and 10th Grade College Prep Parent Night on Thursday, November 16th from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM in the Little Theatre. Come to learn about graduation requirements, reading a transcript, academic advising timelines, and more!
We will also have two breakout sessions about Naviance Student/Parent and college preparation. Everyone who attends will receive a raffle ticket to be entered to win prizes! We hope to see you on Thursday, November 16th at 6:30 PM in the Justice Little Theatre.
Thank You Voters! 2023 School Bond Referendum Passed
Thank you to the Fairfax citizens who supported the 2023 Bond Referendum. Roughly 67% of those voting in the 2023 election supported the $435 million bond referendum, continuing a long history of school bond approvals in Fairfax County.
Stay engaged as we build our future. Keep up-to-date on construction and capital improvements across FCPS by visiting our Capital Improvement Project webpage.
SAT/PSAT School Day Scores Are Available
Students who participated in the School Day SAT on Wednesday, October 11, can access scores via their College Board accounts. Students who participated in the SAT on Thursday, October 26, will have access to scores on Thursday, November 16th.
A video tutorial for accessing and understanding SAT scores is available on the College Board website. Families can reach out to Richard Peterson if they have questions regarding SAT School Day score reporting.
Digital PSAT Scores and National Merit Scholarship Information
Students who participated in the Digital PSAT on Wednesday, October 11, are now able to access scores via the College Board BigFuture School App or their College Board accounts. A video tutorial for accessing and understanding Digital PSAT scores is available on the College Board website.
Eleventh grade students who participate in the PSAT may qualify for the National Merit Scholarship Program and can find additional information on the National Merit Scholarship Corporation website. Families may reach out to Richard Peterson if they have questions regarding digital PSAT score reporting or the National Merit Scholarship Program.
PTSA NEWSLETTER & NEXT MEETING
Monday, November 6th - FCPS Region 2 Office Presentation
The PTSA was pleased to host the FCPS Region 2 Office at our meeting and town hall last week. If you could not attend and are interested, videos of each of our meetings are posted on our YouTube site, click here!
Megan Vroman, Region Assistant Superintendent (Interim) Region 2, Brendan P. Menuey, Executive Principal Region 2, and Margaret Barnes, Executive Principal Region 2, led a presentation and discussion covering the following:
- Overview of the state accreditation system;
- Data for JHS specifically, including current support JHS receives; and,
- Resources, IB for All efforts and issues pertaining to Justice.
Our meetings are open to the public, but only PTSA MEMBERS can vote on planning and programming. We need the contributions of Families, Businesses, Students, and Staff! Become a member, click here.
HOLIDAY TREE SALE - ON NOW!
Keep it SIMPLE and GIVE this holiday season!
EASY online ordering.
EASY pick-up.
EASY tax-deductible donation.
Have the same tree that you would get from Meadows Farms for similar prices, BUT the profit will instead be a donation to support our community! This is our newest and, we hope, one of the largest fundraisers to HELP our school-community programs.
Order a 6-7 ft., 7-8 ft., or 8-9 ft. Frasier Fir tree online between October 25th and November 21st. Pick it up in an efficient drive thru line in the Justice High School Parking lot on December 1st between 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM (rain or shine). The trees come pre-wrapped and there will be helper elves (and twine) to help you load it into or onto your vehicle. You can also order a tree to donate and we will ensure that it is delivered to a school family.
Pink and purple for the fun of it? Black, red, and green for Kwanzaa? Blue and white for Hanukkah? Gold and silver for Christmas? Yellow or Red for New Years? Buy one from us and SEND US PHOTOS of your decorated tree to share in our December 13th newsletter (info@justicehsptsa.org).
Justice High School Construction Corner
NEW EXPECTED COMPLETION DATE – AUGUST 2024
More information about the Justice Addition can be found on the link below:
https://www.fcps.edu/justice-high-capital-project