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Edison High School Weekly
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Important Dates
Edison School Wide Calendar
December 18-Jan 1: Winter Break; School and Offices Closed
January 2: Welcome to 2024!
January 15: Martin Luther King Day
January 25: End of second quarter; 2-hour early release
January 26: Student Holiday
March 25-29: Spring Break
June 5: Graduation, 7:30pm, EagleBank Arena at GMU
June 12: Last Day of School
The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar
In this Issue:
- Gift Cards
- Student and Family Resources
- Food Insecurity Resources
- SIS ParentVue and StudentVue Downtime
- Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow
- No-Cost Mental Health Teletherapy
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Save the Date: Academy Open Houses Begin in January!
- Tutor.com
- Athletic Boosters
- FCPS News
- Celebrations
Message From Mrs. Burke
Edison Community,
Winter Break is here! The hallways were buzzing with excitement today as we were all dressed as our favorite winter movie and our choir was caroling in the hallways. Winter break is a time for us all to unwind, relax, and enjoy our family and friends. The building will be closed during the break, and I encourage our staff to recharge so they are ready for the New Year! Your student should also recharge as no new work is assigned over the break or due right when they return.
I wish everyone a wonderful winter break!
Mrs. Burke
Congratulations to our Outstanding FCPS Employee Winners for Edison
- Outstanding Teacher: Chris Kniesly
- Outstanding New Teacher: Nathi (JR) Jeerakul
- Outstanding School-Based Professional Employee: Cassandra Deedy
- Outstanding School-Based Operational Employee: Dianne Lewis
Thank you to all the parents, students, and staff who put in nominations.
Congratulations to all of our nominees in each category:
Outstanding Teacher Nominees – Chris Kniesly (STEM), Kristine McCaslin (Science), Don Dight (Social Studies), Antionette Dent (English), Srividhya Kalyan (Math), Susan Grissom (Social Studies), Sebastian Cabezas-Basto (World Languages), Fheli Bayangos (Math), Joe Wolfe (Academy- Electrical), Maxine Walsh (Science), Scott Gustaveson (Special Education), and Jessica Pullis (English)
Outstanding New Teacher Nominees – Nathi (JR) Jeerakul (Performing Arts – Orchestra), Chloe Yoon (English), Alexa Jarama (Math) and Paul Dresser (Special Education)
Outstanding School-Based Professional Employee Nominees – Cassandra Deedy (Academy Counselor) and Stephen Fox (SBTS)
Outstanding School-Based Operational Employee Nominees – Dianne Lewis (Administrative Assistant – Activities), Luisa Espinoza (Parent Liaison), and Katie Nelson (Office Assistant Special Education)
1. Thank you for your Donations!
Thank you to all of our families and booster organizations that donated gift cards to our faculty winter party. You all put smiles on our teachers faces!
2. Student and Family Resources⛄
Fairfax County Public Schools has compiled a list of resources for students and families in case they need assistance while schools are closed for winter break. Please visit FCPS’ winter resources webpage for information on academic support, mental health support, and county resources related to food, clothing, housing, and other needs.
School’s Closed, Learning Can Continue!
FCPS encourages students to take advantage of fun learning opportunities during winter break and snow days. Consider these winter activities to blend education and play for your students during winter break or weather-related school closures.
Promoting Mental Wellness During Winter BreakAlthough mental health indicators have improved over the past year, Fairfax County Youth Survey (FCYS) data suggest that more than 25% of students in 8th to 12th grade feel sad or hopeless every day for two weeks or more in a row. The holidays can be a time to reduce stress, but they can also contribute to it. Here are some tips for making winter break a positive time for the young people in your life.
3. 🍲 Food Insecurity Resources for Families
Food insecurity impacts more than 60,000 Fairfax County residents. There are many resources available to support those who need food assistance. Find out how to receive or offer support on the Fairfax County website, or view their Human Services Resource Guide for assistance with food, clothing, housing, and other services.
4. SIS ParentVue and StudentVue Downtime
ParentVUE and StudentVUE will experience downtime from Friday, December 15, at 5 p.m. through Wednesday, December 20, at 6 a.m.
Grade Book progress reports will not be emailed to parents/guardians during winter break. Emails will resume on Tuesday, January 2, 2024.
5. 🙋♂️ Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!
We often notice more empty seats in our classrooms as winter break approaches. This year, let's work together to nurture a rock-solid attendance habit. Every hour of every school day is a unique opportunity for students to learn, connect, and grow.
A big thank you to:
- 🌟 Students who show up every day and the parents/caregivers supporting them.
- 👩🏫 Teachers who create a welcoming environment for learning.
- 👨💼 Administrators providing a safe and engaging place to grow.
- 👏 Bus drivers, support staff, and volunteers lending a helping hand to all our learners.
If you or your child need support, please reach out to our school social worker or family liaison. If your child is not feeling well, please refer to the When Should I Keep My Child Home? webpage for guidance.
There will be no school from Monday, December 18, to Monday, January 1, 2024, for winter break. Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 2.
Visit FCPS’ website for more attendance resources.
6. 💻 No-Cost Mental Health Teletherapy for All High School Students
Is your high schooler experiencing anxiety, behavior changes, or challenges with peer and family relationships? If so, parents/caregivers can refer their children for weekly therapy with a licensed therapist through Hazel Health. Visit the Teletherapy webpage for information on how to opt your child in to this service.
7. 🗓️ Save the Date: Academy Open Houses Begin in January!
FCPS high school academies will hold open houses for interested students beginning in mid-January.
A high school academy is a center within a high school that offers advanced technical and specialized courses to prepare students for postsecondary education and/or career fields. Students enrolling in academy elective courses will be provided with opportunities to participate in a variety of career experiences including shadowing, mentoring, or internships with local businesses.
Learn more and view the calendar of Academy Open Houses.
8. 📝 Keep Learning Over Winter Break with Tutor.com
Does your child need help getting up to speed in high school math, science, or English? Tutor.com offers diagnostic quizzes to help students test their knowledge and find areas where they may need help. Quizzes can be taken anytime, and students can connect immediately to a tutor.
Test prep is also available for students preparing for the PSAT, SAT, or ACT.
FCPS students have unlimited access, 24/7, to online tutoring support services through Tutor.com at no cost to families. Students can connect online any time, any place, and in most K-12 subjects for however long they need.
9. EHS Athletic Boosters
10. FCPS News
FCPS NewsIn case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Winter Resources for Families
- Academy Open Houses
- Virtual Math Week Coming Soon!
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
 11. We Celebrate in December:
- National Special Education Day
- Inclusive Schools Week
- Chanukah
- Bohdi Day
- Human Rights Day
- Winter Break
- Christmas Day
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FCPS Cares - Recognize Edison Employees!
The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for families, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story, so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees at Edison HS School. We love our staff members; let's tell them how we feel!
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