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- SCHEDULE REMINDERS
- PTSO NEWS
- WOODSON NEWS & EVENTS
- CAVS SPORTS
- FUNDRAISERS
- RESOURCES FOR WOODSON STUDENTS, PARENTS & FAMILIES
- FCPS NEWS & EVENTS
- RECURRING NEWS & RESOURCES
SCHEDULE REMINDERS
THIS WEEK
Monday, February 5th-Friday, February 9th - National School Counseling Week
Monday, February 5th-Friday, February 9th - P.S. I Love You Week
NEXT WEEK
Monday, February 12th, 6:30pm - Partners for Safe Teen Driving Seminar, Auditorium
Tuesday, February 13th, 7pm - Virtual PTSO Meeting
LOOKING AHEAD
Monday, February 19th - Spring Sport Tryouts Begin
Monday, February 19th - Presidents Day Holiday, No School
Friday, February 23rd, 6:30pm-9:30pm - International Night
Tuesday, February 27th, 7 pm - Woodson Chorus Pre-Assessment Concert, Free and open to all
Monday, March 25th-Friday, March 29th - Spring Break
Saturday, May 11th - Senior Prom
Thursday, June 6th, 2pm - Graduation for the Class of 2024 at EagleBank Arena, GMU
Wednesday, June 12th - Last Day of School
Woodson's Integrated Events and Activities Calendar
The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar
PTSO NEWS
WOODSON NEWS & EVENTS
Parent Volunteers Needed!!
Calling all Woodson parents…we need you to help proctor AP exams in May! As you know, we administer thousands of AP exams each spring to our Cavaliers and it takes a great deal of planning to implement and execute such a large scale testing plan. We rely on parent volunteers to proctor and cannot administer these without your help! This year, AP exams run from May 6-17. Shifts are typically from 7:30-11:30am or 11:00-3:00pm, with some variation depending on the exam, and you may sign up for as many shifts as you’d like. A more specific schedule will be shared closer to the AP exam testing window. No experience or training is required…we’ll show you everything you need to know! If you are able to volunteer and help, please contact Woodson school counselors Jamie Korpacz (jlkorpacz@fcps.edu) and Victoria Powell (vpowell1@fcps.edu). Thank you!
Woodson Library Offers Community Service
If your student needs Community service hours for the National Honor Society or other service learning communities, the Woodson Library can help your student. Students can participate in HATS for ECHO in the Woodson library. Students will be making a hat or scarf on a round loom for the clothing closet located at ECHO, a shelter in Washington DC. (Crocheting or knitting is also accepted.)
We meet each TUESDAY, from 3:00 pm- 4:00 pm in the Woodson Library. (If schools are closed or no late buses, we do not meet.)
Students can make hats/scarves at home if they cannot stay after school. **See Mrs. Muir for more details on working from home. **
Students can find more information and directions on the Woodson Library Google site under the tab COMMUNITY SERVICE/ Hats for ECHO
The Woodson Library is very pleased to announce our students made and donated 300 hats and scarves during the 22-23 school year. Way to go WOODSON!
For the service learning to continue, the Woodson Library is currently in need of the following items: Looms- size 9.5 inch Crochet hooks sizes H to J Red Heart Yarn, weight # 4. (No light-colored or white yarn)
Please consider donating to our service learning project.
If you have any questions, please email Lisa Muir the Woodson Librarian at lkmuir@fcps.edu.
D.C. Summer Cultural Homestay Program
Host a French Student! July 8 to July 30, 2024
Don’t miss a fun summer opportunity to welcome fifteen French high school students to our community and make new friends. Volunteer to provide one of these students housing, meals, and exposure to the English language and American culture for one, two or three weeks. Go on day excursions with students to a Nationals baseball game, The National Mall, Old Town Alexandria, Georgetown, Kennedy Center, U.S. Capitol, Library of Congress, Supreme Court, White House and Arlington National Cemetery. Attend welcome and farewell parties for visiting students. Earn FCPS service hours, too. Visit www.compass-usa.net for more information. Contact Kathleen DeCarlo at kdecarlo@verizon.net if interested in helping with the cultural homestay program coming to the Woodson community this summer from July 8 to July 30, 2024.
Summer Study Abroad 2024
Center for International Education and Exchange Visit – February 23rd at 5pm at the International Night potluck
Want to talk to students that studied abroad last year? A CIEE representative and CIEE alumni will have an information table at the International Night potluck on Friday, February 23rd starting at 5 pm. This is a great opportunity for students and parents to talk about the programs in detail. There are 10 $1,000 scholarships available for Woodson students and the application deadline is April 1st.
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Are you interested in a summer study abroad in high school? The Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE) has international programs for language and culture, STEM, social change and arts and culture in 35 different countries around the world.
Students are invited to choose 3-4 week-long experiential learning programs that run in over 30 study centers worldwide in Summer 2024! All Language and Culture (L&C) programs are educationally aligned with the ACTFL standard of language learning in secondary school. Students participating in L&C programs can opt-in for 4 college credits for only $150.00. CIEE School of record is fully accredited by Tulane University.
You can view the Summer 2024 Flyer to see what opportunities are available.
For more information, please visit the CIEE website and watch this video to see what a summer abroad experience is all about. If you are interested in learning more about the program, fill out this interest form. If you have any questions contact Mr. Lee Hedrick at lrhedrick@fcps.edu.
Woodson Chorus
Thank you to our entire Woodson Community for coming out and making the 35th Dessert on Broadway a huge success. One last shout out to our Dessert on Broadway Singers, most especially our Seniors for a fantastic performance. Thank you to our directors Amy Moir and Luke Frels for guiding the kids to performance day. Thank you to our parent volunteers who spent so much time at Woodson they earned an honorary degree in show production! Good job to everyone for keeping the tradition alive and strong.
Woodson Winterguard
Congratulations to the Woodson Winterguard! The first competition for the Woodson Winterguard resulted in a 4th place overall finish.
The team will compete next at Mount Vernon High School (8515 Old Mount Vernon Road, Alexandria, VA) on Saturday, February 17th. Admission is $15 for adults, $10 for children (6-10) & Seniors, children under 5 are Free. Woodson’s competition class begins at 9:48AM and Woodson has a show performance time of 11:15AM. Come out and support the Winterguard team as they hunt for the secret formula of love. More information on competition venue can be found on their website HERE.
College & Career Center Information
For more information, registration links & additional events, please visit the live Calendar
Resources for College & Career planning can be found on the Woodson College & Career Padlets. Students must go to Naviance to sign up for our College Rep Visits and then create their own E-Hall Pass to the Career Center. Visit Notes and Rep Contact Info can be accessed on our College Rep Visits Padlet.
Questions? Please email cliebmosley@fcps.edu
Partners for Safe Teen Driving Seminars
Attention all 10th grade students and their parents. All new drivers and parents must attend a state mandated traffic safety seminar, Partners for Safe Teen Driving. Please mark your calendar for the Woodson seminars for 2023-2024. Seminars will begin at 6:30 p.m. and will take place in the Woodson Auditorium.
Coming up: Monday, February 12th
Monday, April 15th
Questions? Please contact David O'Hara at DGOHara@fcps.edu.
Follow Us on Social Media!
For the most up to date information on activities and ongoing events at Woodson, please follow us on Instagram at @woodsoncavalry AND @wtwoodsonhs.
Juniors and Seniors can also follow your class at: @wtwclassof2024 OR @wtwclassof25
Athletics can be followed at - @woodsoncavathletics
Follow the Woodson PTSO on Facebook!
Follow the Woodson Library @woodsonlibrary
Follow Woodson Student Services at @wtwstudentsvcs
Follow Woodson College & Career Center at @wtwcareercenter
FUNDRAISERS
VIP Graduation Tickets
Are you looking forward to graduation at Eagle Bank Arena? Enjoy it even more with VIP seats! The names of 10 lucky people will be drawn and will each win 8 amazing seats.
Click HERE to enter the raffle for prime seating!
Deadline to enter is May 30th.
This is a fundraiser for Woodson’s All Night Grad Party!
Woodson HS PTSO x Wendy's GroupRaise Fundraiser
TONIGHT! February 6th from 12am - 11:30pm
Please come order (dine in or drive through!) from Wendy's on February 6th to help our PTSO raise money so we can continue to support our students, teachers, and staff!
Please RSVP here
Class of 2024 Yard Signs
The 2024 yard signs are here! Click HERE to purchase one online! You will receive an email confirming your purchase, and where and how to pick up your order.
Attention Freshman, Sophomore and Junior Parents!
Do you have fun planning and organizing fun events? Ready to volunteer for a spectacular Woodson HS event? Your mad skills are needed for the Woodson All Night Grad Party at The St. James!! Underclass parents are needed to help senior parents focus on this big year. Then one day, underclass parents will do the same for your soon-to-be senior. Everyone wins! Questions? Send an email to Kristen Reddish at woodsonANGP@gmail.com.
Woodson Chorus Restaurant Night at Noodles and Company!
February 15th from 4-8 pm. Make it a “Better Late than Never” Valentine's Date!
Senior Class of 2024 Legacy Bricks
Buy a Brick and create a Lasting Legacy for your Woodson Student!
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The brick courtyard in front of the school between the main entrance and the auditorium still has plenty of room for bricks for you to honor your special student or alumni. Individual bricks cost: $100. They make great graduation presents for Seniors, or as a legacy for all the members of your family!
To purchase, visit the Woodson PTSO PTBOARD website HERE. If you prefer, you can mail the brick order form (LINK HERE) to the school with a check.
All orders are due no later than April 14, 2024. Plan accordingly!
If you have questions, or for more info contact Shane or Katherine Gilbert at wptsobricks@gmail.com
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Student Driver Magnets
Magnets are $8.00 each or 3 for $20.00. You can order online HERE. Magnets are delivered to your door contact free! We will also be selling magnets at all the Partners for Safe Teen Driving seminars which are held throughout the year at the Woodson Auditorium.
If you have any questions contact Shane or Katherine Gilbert at wptsomagnets@gmail.com
CAV SPORTS
Spring Sport Tryouts start on Monday, February 19th!
To be eligible to tryout, every athlete must have the following completed prior to 2/19:
1) Online Activity Registration (encompasses emergency care form and concussion education training)
2) VHSL Sports Physical turned in to the Activities Office/Athletic Trainer
View Sunday's Athletic WeMail Here.
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Athletic Booster Pass Student Sale!
Avoid the lines! Woodson Booster Passes provide free entry to all Woodson Home regular season sporting events.
For a limited time, a student membership is ONLY $50!
Visit our Booster Pass webpage for more information, or scan the QR Code above.
This Weeks Schedule
Monday, February 5th
Occoquan Region Gymnastics @ Robinson 4:30pm
Tuesday, February 6th
Boys Basketball vs. Fairfax (Senior Night) 4:30/5:45/7:30pm
Girls Basketball @ Fairfax 4:30/5:45/7:30pm
Wednesday, February 7th
Wrestling Occoquan Region Championship @ Fairfax 5:00pm
Thursday, February 8th
Wrestling Occoquan Region Championship @ Fairfax 1:00pm
Friday, February 9th
Basketball @ South County (JV Boys/Var Girls/Var Boys) 4:30/5:45/7:30pm
Basketball @ Woodson (FR girls vs PVI/JV Girls/FR Boys) 4:30/5:45/7:30pm
Occoquan Region Dive @ Oak Marr (Girls 8:45am, Boys 12:30pm)
Occoquan Region Swim Prelims @ Oak Marr 5:30pm
Saturday, February 10th
Occoquan Region Swim Finals @ Oak Marr 5:30pm
Important Woodson Athletic Links
Activity Registration - wtwoodson-ar.rschooltoday.com
Woodson Athletics - www.woodsonsports.com
FCPS Student Athletics - www.fcps.edu/activities/student-athletics
NFHS Network Live Streaming- https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/schools/w-t-woodson-high-school-fairfax-va
E-Tix Link- https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/16311/wtwoodson-high-school-athletics
Varsity Boys Basketball:
This week, the Cav boys basketball team secured two wins but had mixed performances. The Cavs handled Lake Braddock easily but played an unexpected nail-biter against West Springfield.
Facing Lake Braddock, the Cavs were assertive early and maintained control throughout the game. The boys displayed impressive skill in this game with some sound defensive play, great passing, highlight dunks, and the entire team getting some quality playing time. Notable plays included fast break dunks by Kaylen Chilton, Bryce Donovan, and Noah Limbago with an absurd dunk off the backboard after a great pass from Theo Burke. Kollin Morgan continues his work on the boards, threes by Ethan Conklin and Ryan Corallo, and a well executed pick and roll with Jordan Grabo and Sean Donovan led to a layup for Jordan at the rim. Playing to the Cav strengths allowed the boys to handle Lake Braddock in this game. Well done boys!
Up next was West Springfield which proved to be more challenging. After scoring 79 against Lake Braddock, West Springfield held the Cavs to just 41 points. The Cavs had to grind this win out. Sean Donovan hit two clutch free throws with 40 seconds left and David Gantumur hit a clutch three to take the lead with less than 10 seconds remaining to finish the scoring. The shot was reminiscent of the four OT game against WestPo with multiple clutch shots. The defense then closed out the win denying West Springfield a good look in the closing seconds. Although the highlight reel dunks against LB showcased the team’s athleticism, the gritty win in this game highlighted their composure and resiliency, both adding to the TEAM chemistry the boys will need for the remainder of the season and into districts and beyond.
Looking ahead, the Cav boys will play Fairfax at home on Tuesday 2/6 for senior night, followed by a matchup against South County on Friday to close out the regular season.
Indoor Track:
What an amazing District Championships we had. Very proud of the athletes and how they came together and competed as a team. A lot of personal and season bests along with Regional and State qualifiers. The girls finished 3rd, only one point shy of being the runner-up and the boys finished 5th. Justin Anderson broke the Patriot District Championship record in both the 300m (Noah Lyles 2016) and the 500m (Josephus Lyles 2015). Both 4x400m teams finished 2nd overall. Colleen Gilbert finished 1st in the high jump. Celia Dawson finished 1st in the 3200m and 2nd in the 1600m. Taityn Speier finished 2nd in the pole vault. The girls 4x800m team finished 2nd with an impressive 4th leg finish by Madeleine Devlin. Hadley Vanek finished 3rd in the 1000m. Just an amazing two days of competition. RESULTS
Varsity Rifle:
Woodson Rifle continues their winning streak, remaining undefeated! In their 5th match of the season, Woodson Varsity defeated Lake Braddock Varsity 1611 to 1593.5. Representing Woodson Varsity were Ben Hays, Rushil Punukollu, Emma Cummings, Rachel Xu, and Maddie Bajo. Woodson JV were upset by LB JV 1513.7 to 1524.4. The JV Team was represented by Stephen Labys, Jackson Pugsley, Lavana Mahajan, Chloe Li, and Mingmei Williams.
The previously postponed matches will be played this week. Woodson will go against Langley on Thursday and Centreville on Saturday. GO CAVS!
Girls Varsity Gymnastics:
Woodson Girls gymnastics took 3rd place (139.65) in Districts against Lake Braddock, Robinson, South County, West Springfield and Alexandria City. This is the highest team score since 2013! All girls contributed to the stellar performance. The team advanced to Regionals - Feb 5 at 4:00pm at Robinson. Ari Smith placed 1st and Amelia Mazur-Chang placed 4th in All Around. Ari Smith placed 1st on bars, 2nd on vault and beam and 3rd on floor. Come cheer them on!
Ice Hockey Club:
The Woodson Ice Hockey Club had another great week. First, the Varsity team took on Bishop O’Connell in a non-league on Friday night. This is the first time we have played them, but both teams enjoyed the competitive game as a tune-up for each of our league’s upcoming playoffs and look forward to continuing games in the future. The Cavs came up two goals short in an exciting 6 to 4 game, but the team played very well with Brady Kirchner scoring a goal, while Carson Edington and Shannon Force anchored the defense.
The Capitals Scholastic Hockey League’s (CSHL) playoffs begin on Friday night, February 9th. The Cavs will take on Bishop Ireton at Tucker Road. Puck drop is at 6:00 pm, so come out and support the team and help us make a deep playoff run! Tucker Road is located at 1770 Tucker Road, Fort Washington, Maryland.
The JV team will play its final game on Monday night, February 12th, against West Potomac. The game will also be played at Tucker Road Ice Rink. Puck drop is at 6:30 pm.
Finally, the team won Hockey Night in NOVA’s (HNINOVA) best student section (fans) competition for the CSHL and will go up against the winner of Independence High School and Chantilly/McLean from the NVSHL for the overall NOVA champion. Voting on Instagram should go live on Sunday night at 8:30 pm, February 11th and go through 8:30 pm on February 12th. Please mark your calendars and give us your vote at https://www.instagram.com/hockeynightinnova/
RESOURCES FOR WOODSON STUDENTS, PARENTS & FAMILIES
Woodson Math Center
The Woodson Math Center opened on Wednesday, September 20th. Peer math tutors are available after school Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 3:00-3:45pm in B208. Look for the Math Center Flag. Tutors are excited to help students!
FREE Virtual SAT/PSAT Math Prep:
Rick Neifeld is again offering free weekly Zoom sessions for SAT/PSAT Math preparation. See his signup sheet for more details and to get on the weekly email notification list, here:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Qk1Hq_y-nIuxLC_eZVqhhe2mye0AYZ1DYub5eDB-F_w/edit#gid=717310232
Next will will review problems from released test 10, here: https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/media/pdf/sat-practice-test-10.pdf
RECURRING NEWS & RESOURCES
Did you know Woodson has an integrated calendar where you can find ALL school events? From the Odd/Even calendar to sports events, testing schedule to club meetings, this calendar has all you need to know!
You can select a category of events you want to see and then filter to target events that interest you. Categories include - Senior Class, Testing, 3rd Period, Athletics, Fine & Performing Arts, etc.
Bookmark this link to quickly access Woodson's events!
Attendance
Attendance is critical to student success in the classroom.
If your student will be absent from school, a parent/guardian must notify the attendance office.
To report attendance
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All day – call 703-503-4800 option 1
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Late arrival – call 703-503-4800 option 2
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Early check out- send a note in with the student in the morning and have them take it directly to Attendance Office – 703-503-4800 option 3.
- phone calls for early check out are reserved for emergencies or last-minute appointments. Please understand it may take up to 30 minutes to retrieve students for early release phone calls. We cannot accommodate calls for release that are received after 2:30.
- Sick students (or feeling unwell) must check out through the clinic. Parents must come into the main office and the main office will call to release the student from the clinic.
- Sick students may not be checked out through the attendance office.
Parents/guardians must contact the attendance office (703-503-4800) to report attendance; emails and online forms will no longer be accepted to notify our school of your student’s absence. Woodson is not monitoring or accepting any absences submitted via email. Due to an excessive number of forgeries, the online attendance form is currently disabled.
From the desk of Congressman Gerry Connolly, Virginia’s 11th District:
Congressional Art Competition
I want to take this opportunity to bring the Congressional Art Competition to your attention. This competition is open to all high school students who are residents of the 11th Congressional District, regardless of where they attend school. Public, private, and home-schooled students are all invited to participate, and I encourage any student who may be interested to submit an entry.
I look forward to hosting this event every year, as it affords students in our district the opportunity to showcase their artistic talent and creativity. Students do not need to create a new piece of art specifically for this competition – they are welcome to submit any piece from their portfolio. Past years’ competitions have included paintings, photographs, drawings, digital art, and more.
The winning piece will be displayed at the U.S. Capitol for one year, and with the permission of the artists, additional high-ranking pieces will be displayed in my Capitol Hill and district offices.
Individual arrangements will be made for the collection of the Best in Show piece to be transported to DC. Only the winning piece will be required to meet the established framing guidelines.
Order Your Woodson Yearbook NOW
Purchase your yearbook at the lowest price of the year!
Yearbooks for the 23-24 school year are still available to order.
Last year, our yearbooks sold out! Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com and enter Woodson’s code, 5278.
Don’t miss out!
Hazel Health: Virtual Therapy Services
Teletherapy services will continue to be available for all FCPS high school students at no cost this summer. Sessions can be scheduled Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Hazel’s highly-qualified therapists specialize in speaking “teen.”
Caregivers must first opt in their students to access Hazel Health. Then, a caregiver or school counselor, social worker, or psychologist can refer the student to Hazel for services. Learn more on the FCPS teletherapy webpage.
Parent Information Lines Available in Eight Languages
 Parents who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.
Lightspeed Parent Report on Child’s Device Activity
FCPS has tools to help parents know more about their child’s activity on any FCPS device. These tools are provided at no cost to families by Lightspeed, the school division’s internet content filtering service.
Parents may sign up for a weekly Parent Report, which will provide a list of the top sites your child visited. The report also offers parents the ability to sign up for free access to the Internet Use Parent Portal. Through the portal, parents may pause their child’s access to the internet on their FCPS device during non-school hours.
Learn more about Lightspeed Parent Reports.
Free Tutoring from Tutor.com
All FCPS students continue to have unlimited access to live, 24/7, one-on-one online tutoring services through Tutor.com at no cost to families. Student participation is optional and parents/caregivers can opt their student(s) out of accessing the services. Get more information on the Tutor.com Online Tutoring Services webpage.
Students can access Tutor.com via a link in Schoology. Additional information about how to log in and access a tutor is provided to families via the following: Middle & High - How It Works. Questions not answered in the posted resources may be sent to onlinetutoring@fcps.edu.
 Join the Woodson High School PTSO! https://wtwoodsonptso.ptboard.com
Woodson PTSO Officer Board for 2023-24 School Year
Sara Mastro / Co-President / saralmastro@yahoo.com
Becky Daw / Co-President / tbzzdaw@gmail.com
Lena McGinn / Membership Director / wptsovp1@gmail.com
Diane Raffaele / Recording Secretary / dianecollinsva@hotmail.com
Kyle Durbin / Treasurer / wptsotreasurer@gmail.com
Sara Mastro / WTW PTSO Grant Program / saralmastro@yahoo.com
Nicole Spindler / Communications Director / WoodsonWeMail23@gmail.com
Amy Zganjar / Enrichment Director / azganjar@strength.org
Vacant / Fundraising Director / Would you like to volunteer? Contact the PTSO Co-President(s)
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