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Upcoming Events
January 25: End of 2nd Quarter; 2HR Early Release
January 26: Teacher Workday, Student Holiday
January 30: Gap Year Fair @ Marshall HS, 6pm
January 31: District Wrestling Tournament, All Day @ FHS
February 2: Principal's Coffee, 7:30am, Library
February 3-10: Fairfax Academy Presents: Cry Baby
February 12: Region One Acts
February 13: US Service Academy & ROTC Night @ Madison HS, 7pm
February 19: President's Day, No School
February 21: Band Pre-Assessment Concert, 7pm, Auditorium
February 23: Dance Benefit Concert, 7pm, Auditorium
February 24: Regional Science Olympiad
February 27: Orchestra Pre-Assessment Concert, 7pm, Auditorium
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 Educators have fun, too! Dr. Aye joined in on the Music Department's trip to Disney, with Band Director Noah Freeman, Orchestra Director Gerald Fowkes, and Chorus Director Julianna Woodill. Mr. Freeman's wife, Jenna Freeman, on the left, who is the Band Director at Whitman MS, was able to tag along as well!
January 26, 2024
Just like that, our Semester 1 has ended! We are so proud of all our student's hard work and dedication as they kicked the year off with a PAWSome focus on hard work and accountable actions. The exciting part of endings is the opportunity for new beginnings and a strong start to Quarter 3. We look forward to supporting student success and finishing strong in the new year.
The music department makes magic happen. There is nothing more magical than 185 students, staff, and parents heading to Disney to record songs with Imagineers and perhaps have a little bit of fun as well. The camaraderie and community warm this LION's heart.
Science is in the air with our amazing Science Fair taking place this Saturday. The high quality of student projects, presentations, and experimentation speak to the level of inquiry, analysis, and synthesis taking place in our Science program. I hypothesize much student success.
Today our FBLA students compete in fierce Regional Competition. Their hard work in planning and prep have not gone unnoticed as they prepare for the boardroom. We cannot wait to hear the results.
Attendance Matters and so do YOU. We will continue to promote daily attendance and on time arrival. We need you in school to support your success.
See you on Monday, ready to ROAR into Semester 2!
In partnership always,
Included in this issue:
Student Spotlight
- All District Band Results
- Gymnastics Senior Night
- Girls Basketball Senior Night
Fairfax Lions Need to Know:
- Calendar Reminders: 2nd Quarter Ends, Principal's Coffee
- Class of 2024 Senior Dues
- Do You Know about AVID?
Fairfax Lions Nice to Know:
- CTE Summer Academy
- Fairfax Rotary Club Music Contest
- Student Recognition - We want to hear from YOU!
- Service Academy/ROTC Night
- Gap Year Fair
- Connect - Contact - Reach Us
Fairfax HS PTSA
- Hospitality Update
- Membership
All-District Band
Symphonic Band
LJ Johnson – 1st Chair, Piccolo*
Max Chamberlin – 2nd Chair, Tenor Saxophone
Nathan Le – 7th Chair, Flute
Finley Jones – 10th Chair, Trumpet
Eowyn Worst – 17th Chair, Clarinet
Ana Lucia Spathopoulos – 18th Chair, Clarinet
* indicates All-Virginia eligible (subject to change)
Concert Band
Cedric Le Floch – 1st Chair, Trombone
Nari Kim – 1st Chair, Flute
Ethan Wolf – 3rd Chair, Bass Clarinet
Vivianne Kim – 4th Chair, Clarinet
Eliana Kofford – 5th Chair, Tuba
Nitin Puthalapat – 10th Chair, Clarinet
Connor Kim – 22nd Chair, Clarinet
Alternates
Finn Svoboda – 1st Alternate, Bassoon
Jay Carroll – 1st Alternate, Tuba
LJ Johnson is eligible to audition for all state this year, and Jay Carroll was already called up to participate in the event. Congrats to all!
Senior Nights!
Congrats to our Seniors on the Gymnastics and Basketball teams. Not only did they have a fantastic season, but they finished up outstanding careers! They leave behind a great Lion Legacy. Well done and THANK YOU!
Gymnastics Team Seniors
Basketball Team Seniors
Calendar Reminders: Quarter End, Early Release and Student Holiday, Principal's Coffee
Thursday, January 25, is the last day of the quarter and a two-hour early release for students. Also, schools are closed for students on Friday, January 26, for a teacher work day. See the complete school year calendar.
Principal's Coffee, Friday, Feb. 2, 7:30am, Library
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Please join us for the next Principal's Coffee!
Friday, February 2, 2024
7:30-8:30am
FHS Library
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Senior Dues - Pay before the price goes up!
 Senior Class - Don't forget to pay your Senior Dues. The longer you wait, the higher the price!
- $70 now and until 2/14/24
- $80 starting 2/15 and until 4/12
- $90 starting 4/13 and until graduation
Students and Parents, check your email for more info. You can view full instructions and all things Senior Class on the Senior Section of the school website.
Do you know about AVID?
Does your child need support with Executive Functioning and planning to get ready for college? AVID is an elective class that students take during the school day. This class helps students with Executive Functioning Skills, and offers in-class Tutoring Supports. The class celebrates Determination, Motivation, and College and Career Readiness.
Find more information here!
https://fairfaxhs.fcps.edu/department/avid
AVID Flyer.pdf
AVID Application
Fairfax Lions Nice to Know:
CTE Summer Academy
The CTE Summer Academy is a weekly enrichment program that allows students to dive deeper into CTE program areas, and encourages skill development and career exploration.
Students choose 4 classes each week they participate and learn new content, discover interests, and build their skills.
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Eligibility: Current 6 to 11 graders
Time: 8:30 am to 2:00 pm*
*Early drop off is available!
Location - Lake Braddock SS
Transportation from select FCPS schools is provided!
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Cost: $275 per week* *Tuition waivers available for students receiving Free and Reduced Meals
Dates: Week 1: July 8 - 12
Week 2: July 15 - 19
Week 3: July 22 - 26
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Students will choose four (4) classes each week to build their own specialized summer learning program. Courses are available in all CTE program areas: Business, Family and Consumer Sciences, Health and Medical, Marketing, Technology and Engineering, and Trade and Industrial. For the list and schedule of classes being offered, please visit our webpage.
Registration is open from February 1 to June 7, 2024.
Students can register online by visiting the CTE Summer Academy website and clicking on the register button.
Visit bit.ly/FCPS_CSA for more information!
For questions, please contact Beth Mehr at bgmehr@fcps.edu
Rotary Club of Fairfax Youth Music Contest
Object: To help promising musicians gain notice in their communities and beyond, and to introduce young people to the mission of Rotary and its youth-based equivalents, Interact and Rotaract.
Applicants: High school musicians who either attend Fairfax High School as their primary school, OR live in the City of Fairfax. If a student does not fall under these categories, please contact our POC below.
Categories: Composition and Solo performances of vocal, keyboard and instrumental, are invited.
District Level Contest Awards: (Note: Winners announced April 20, 2024)
- First place ($1000)
- Second place ($500)
- Third place ($250)
Please see this flyer for more information:
2024 Rotary Music Contest Club Flyer.pdf
See the application here:
2024 Rotary Music Contest District APPLICATION.pdf
Questions? Please contact Julia Strickland; 703-830-8961;
juliastrickland@verizon.net.
Judging: Judging will be based upon factors such as level of difficulty, execution, expression, creativity, and poise.
Awards: Our local Fairfax Rotary Club will recognize ONE applicant who will receive $150 from the Club and be selected to move forward to compete at the District Level for $1000, $500, or $250 cash prizes.
Student Recognition - We want to hear from You!
Hey Fairfax Parents!
We want to recognize students who are involved in our community outside of school. It’s uplifting to hear about the great things our students are doing, but they’re not always forthcoming when it comes to telling the adults in the building about them. We wanted to provide a chance for your students’ accomplishments to be seen and spotlight their community involvement that might not be recognized otherwise. If you think your student may fall into this, please take a minute to fill out this quick survey and give us the opportunity to celebrate your student too.
https://forms.gle/NRAfci9ijVjTsLPRA
Questions? Cheryl Spevak csspevak@fcps.edu. Thank you for your support!
GAP Year Fair
Gap Year Scholarships: Learn about our newest scholarships & tips for funding your gap year. Plus, connect with gap year experts, programs & alumni.
Gain Bonus Points: Seniors attending a fair can earn a bonus point toward a $5,000 gap year scholarship entry!
FAIRFAX USA GAP YEAR FAIR
TUESDAY, JANUARY 30, 2024
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM EST
Public event hosted by: George C. Marshall High School
7731 Leesburg Pike Falls Church, VA 22043
See the full flyer here: 2024 GYF Flyer.pdf
Learn more at usagapyearfairs.org
throughout the year:
Fairfax HS PTSA
Table of Contents:
- Hospitality Update
- PTSA Membership
Hospitality Update
On Thursday, January 26, the PTSA provided snacks for the whole school staff! On Saturday, January 27 the PTSA will be providing a light breakfast to thank all the FHS Science Fair volunteers and judges. Thank you for your generous donations that make events like these possible!
Become a PTSA Member and/or 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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