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Upcoming Events
January 12: Choir Cabaret, 7:00pm, Atrium (school lobby) This event has been CANCELED for this evening and will be rescheduled.
January 13: Forensics Tournament
January 15: Holiday (Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday)
January 16: PTSA meeting, 7:00pm, Library
January 17: ANG meeting, 7:00pm, Library
January 20: VHSL One Acts @ West Springfield HS
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The Auto Tech table was just one of MANY to visit at Curriculum Night!
January 12, 2024
It has been an action-packed week here at Fairfax High School. Monday evening, we celebrated award winning staff and students at the City of Fairfax School Board meeting. It was a great evening to recognize academics, athletics, arts, and employee excellence! (In my ROARING cheerleader voice- FHS-- WE ARE THE BEST!)
Martin Luther King, Jr. shared, “The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character – that is the goal of true education.” These principles remain true today in our daily practices. Landmark court case presentations, 3-D art image rendering, gallery walks for fact checking in the history hallways, real world math application problems, industry interview skills inspection, DECA days for social collaboration, and essay analysis are just a snapshot of the learning activities we engaged in this week. Every day we are committed to deepening our learning.
Last night we hosted our Lion Curriculum Night and welcomed both our current students and several members of the Class of 2028! The energy was palpable as students and families considered all of the course offerings at FHS. Our teachers were elated to meet our families and share their own passion and enthusiasm for their teaching, the school, and our community.
The countdown to second semester is here. We want to remind families that students have the opportunity to visit two teachers during Lion Time each gray day, and that the learning lounge is available for students every Wednesday and Thursday (our late bus days). We look forward to finishing this quarter strong.
Stay warm, stay safe, and stay connected this extended weekend.
In partnership always,
FHS Boys Basketball wins vs. Woodson with a nail-biting finish! Go Lions!
 Social Studies teacher, Janel Justice, and her students were analyzing landmark court cases.
Included in this issue:
Student Spotlight
Fairfax Lions Need to Know:
- Calendar Reminders: MLK Day; Virginia School Principals Appreciation Week
- Snow Days this Winter
- FHS Bell Schedules
- Class of 2024 Senior Dues and Parent Meeting
- Safe Students, Safe Schools
Fairfax Lions Nice to Know:
- Academic Advising Underway
- Family Resource Center
- Tutor.com
- New Financial Aid Form
- Fairfax Academy Presents: Cry-Baby, The Musical, starting Feb. 2
- Connect - Contact - Reach Us
Fairfax HS PTSA
- All Night Grad Meeting, January 17, 7:00pm, Library
- Join the PTSA
Nate Smith
Nathan Smith has been chosen as the Spotlight Student for November/December. Nathan has earned four PAWSitive referrals, showing his commitment to the values of Fairfax High School. Nathan has been given three positive referrals for Promoting Empathy, showing Nathan’s character as a student who finds kindness important. Nathan believes it’s “too exhausting to be negative” so “surrounding [him]self with great people makes it easier to be kind.” If you’re wondering how Nathan managed to earn four positive referrals, it’s because he’s always seeking to better himself, noting that Fairfax has “amazing opportunities for growth” and there are “a broad range of activities and courses… from k-pop to theater all the way to math bowls and science fairs.” In his school involvement, it’s clear kindness matters, and Nathan shows that daily.
Calendar Reminders: MLK Day, Virginia School Principals Week
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday
As a reminder, schools and offices will be closed on Monday, January 15, for the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday.
Learn more about Martin Luther King Jr.
Volunteer with Give Together
FCPS students continue to find incredible ways to serve their community while building Portrait of a Graduate skills such as becoming an ethical and global citizen. The school division is excited to collaborate with Volunteer Fairfax for the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service.
Students and families can volunteer on Monday, January 15, at Volunteer Fairfax’s Give Together event. It is designed to engage families with children (ages 5-12) in service learning. Projects will include a food drive, assembling caring kits for community members who need support, making no-tie fleece blankets for veterans, environmental stewardship, and support for animal welfare.
Students ages 13 to 18 are welcome to serve as teen event volunteers. This event is free and open to the public, but registration is required.
See the complete school year calendar.
Virginia School Principals Appreciation Week, Jan. 15-21
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Thank you, Principal Aye!
Fairfax High School is SO thankful and grateful to have Dr. Georgina Aye as our Principal! Dr. Aye is a fierce advocate for students and staff, and has worked hard to build a supportive, welcoming community.
She is constantly in the hallways, in the classrooms, and cafeteria, at the games, concerts, activities and everything FHS! Her impact has been profound and heartfelt, and we know the ROAR will only continue! Thank you, Dr. Aye. 🦁 💖
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❄️Snow Days this Winter
For the current school year, FCPS will be returning to its previous procedure for snow days — there will be no virtual learning days when school is closed due to bad weather.
During snow days, students may still access Tutor.com, complete any supplemental learning opportunities recommended by their teachers, and view educational programming (available virtually and on public access television channels):
Eleven snow days are built into the existing FCPS calendar. Eliminating virtual learning days will allow us to maximize students’ in-person learning and provide equitable access to instruction and student services.
FHS Bell Schedules
 
Class of 2024 Senior Dues & Senior Parent Meeting (*New Date)
NOTE: If you receive Free or Reduced Benefits, you should have received directions in a separate email.
CLASS OF 2024 SENIOR DUES PAYMENT DIRECTIONS:
Go to www.myschoolbucks.com from a computer
Login into your account or create an account
Go to the SCHOOL STORE
BROWSE ALL ITEMS
If you have multiple students at different locations you may have to FILTER BY SCHOOL, located in the upper left-hand corner of the screen, the choose FAIRFAX HS.
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Look for this icon (you may have to go through multiple pages)
Click view details
Choose your student from the drop down
Choose shirt size
Add payment to the cart
Start the checkout process. (Do not use if you receive Free or Reduced Benefits)
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FYI:
- You cannot use a school email to set up your account.
- Once you have created an account you need to add your student.
- There are two places to access fees: the first is the invoices folder on your main screen and the other is in the school store. This fee is in the school store and the directions are above.
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Class of 2024 Parent Meeting
Please plan on attending the Class of 2024 VIRTUAL parent meeting:
NEW Date: Tuesday, January 16, 2024
Time: 6:30pm
Zoom Link: https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/97823221545
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Safe Students, Safe Schools
Fairfax County Public Schools believes that academic success is built on the foundation of a safe learning environment. This includes physical safety, and mental health and wellness.
FCPS has a comprehensive approach to safety that involves physical security measures, online monitoring by security staff, and crisis intervention support. The division has created the Safe Students, Safe Schools Brochure (PDF) to enhance your awareness of potential hazards and to equip you with practical tips for how you can help. Visit the FCPS website for more information.
Fairfax Lions Nice to Know:
Academic Advising Underway
The Academic Advising process for the 2024-2025 school year is underway. Please take some time to review the information below about important dates and information.
Academic Advising information will go live in Schoology today, Friday, Jan. 12. You are encouraged to sit down with your student and review their graduation requirements and options for the following academic year. The FCPS site has general information but Schoology will provide more specific Fairfax High School information.
FHS counselors will meet with students on the following dates for Academic Advising through English classes:
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Rising 12 Grade Students (Class of 2025) - Jan. 17 to Feb. 1
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Rising 11th Grade Students (Class of 2026) - Jan. 31 to Feb. 15
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Rising 10th Grade Students (Class of 2027) - Feb. 17 to Feb. 27
Academy Registration Request - Due March 7
- Students are instructed to note on their course selection sheet that they are interested in an academy course.
- Students will be notified whether they get into their Academy class by March 31 through their FCPS email accounts. Students who are waitlisted/denied for an Academy class will have their alternate course(s) added to their course requests.
Prepare for your Academic Advising Meeting
- Make a list of questions before your meeting.
- Be sure to review the resources on the Academic Advising site for details on FCPS Summer School, Dual Enrollment, Academies (Fairfax, Falls Church, Marshall, and Chantilly).
Deadline to make changes to your 2024-2025 school year courses is Friday, June 7.
Family Resource Center
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Did you know that caregivers can access free webinars, confidential consultations, a lending library, and resources to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities?
Learn more about FCPS’ Family Resource Center (FRC).
Be the first to learn about new workshops by signing up for the FRC newsletter.
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📝Tutor.com
Tutor.com offers more than help with homework! This on-demand tutoring service also provides a comprehensive range of resources including exam prep for AP, SAT, and ACT tests at no cost to families.
Students can take practice quizzes at any time. If they struggle in particular areas, they can immediately connect to a live tutor for help through voice or chat options. Learn more on the FCPS Tutor.com webpage.
💲Soft Launch of a New Financial Aid Form
Colleges and career schools use the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) form to determine how much financial aid each student is eligible to receive. This aid could include grants, scholarships, work-study funds, and loans.
Any college-bound student — regardless of income — who wants to be considered for federal, state, and school financial aid programs should complete a FAFSA form.
The form is currently available for short periods of time while it is being updated to provide a better experience. Learn more about the 2024–25 FAFSA form.
Fairfax Academy Theatre Presents:
Cry-Baby, The Musical - tickets on sale 1/19/24
Based on the cult classic 1990 John Waters film, this jumping, jiving Tony nominee is a rebellious teen comedy event! It's 1954. Everyone likes Ike, nobody likes communism and Wade "Cry-Baby" Walker is the coolest boy in Baltimore. He's a bad boy with a good cause – truth, justice and the pursuit of rock and roll. Cry-Baby and the square rich girl, Allison, are star-crossed lovers at the center of this world. Fueled by hormones and the new rhythms of rock and roll, she turns her back on her squeaky-clean boyfriend, Baldwin, to become a "drape" (a Baltimore juvenile delinquent) and Cry-Baby's moll. At the other end of the topsy-turvy moral meritocracy of 1954 America, Baldwin is the king of the squares and leads his close-harmony pals against the juvenile delinquents, who are ultimately arrested for arson, sending the drapes all off to prison. It's Romeo and Juliet meets High School Hellcats.
Tickets go on sale starting January 19th! Cry-Baby The Musical
throughout the year:
Fairfax HS PTSA
Table of Contents:
- ANG Update
- PTSA Membership
ANG Update ~ Still Time to Donate in 2023!
We rely heavily on donations from families, friends and local businesses for support for All Night Grad. The All Night Grad Party is sponsored by the Fairfax High School PTSA, which is a 501(c)(3) organization.
You can make donations online at the PTSA’s giving-site: https://fairfaxhs.memberhub.com/store/items/931830 Click the link and fill-in your donation amount
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
ANG: Next Meeting January 17, 2024 @ 7pm in the FHS Library
We encourage people to join us in person, but if that is not possible, we will be live streaming on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81199262921
Meeting ID: 811 9926 2921
Become a PTSA Member! Donate Today!
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 to JOIN NOW, and/or you can make a DONATION TODAY! Becoming a member does not mean you are committed to volunteering; Membership helps fund our budget, gives voting privileges, helps to keep you engaged and informed of what is happening in our school community, and provides opportunities to get involved if desired.
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Parent/Adult: $20
Teacher/Staff: $12
FHS Student: $8
Thank you!
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