This Week at Langley


2024 Upcoming Events | Langley Calendar

Visit the “Langley Calendar” for events for the 2023-2024 school year. Click on the event for additional information. Check back frequently for newly added and updates on events. Bookmark page for future reference.


This Week at Langley

Monday, February 12

  • DiverseArtLangley Art Exhibition, Main Office Hallway, 6:00 p.m. 

Wednesday, February 14

  • PTSA General Membership Meeting, Cafeteria, 9:00 a.m.
  • PTSA Langley Trivia Contest, Cafeteria 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Friday, February 16

  • Saxon Service

Monday, February 19 

  • President's Day - Holiday 

Tuesday, February 20 

  • Orchestra Concert, Auditorium, 7:00 p.m. 

Thursday, February 22 

  • Winter One Acts, Auditorium, 6:30 p.m. 

Friday, February 23 

  • Winter One Acts, Auditorium, 6:30 p.m. 
  • Langley After Dark Dance, Main Gym, 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. 

Wednesday, February 28 

  • Sophomore College Case Studies Night & Optional Class Dinner for Parents and Students

           


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SENIORS - 7th Semester Grades reported to Colleges on Monday, Feb 12th

Langley High School sends out mid-year grades (officially called 7th semester grades) to any college a student has submitted a transcript request on Monday, February 12, 2024.   The grade that shows on SIS at 6am is what will be sent to schools.  Due to processing timelines, please know that there are no exceptions to this date.  Any questions can be directed to Transcript Assistant, Mrs. Laura Skeen at lsskeen@fcps.edu


DIVERSEartLANGLEY Art Exhibition

Come join us on Monday, February 12, 2024 between 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm to view the PTSA-sponsored DIVERSEartLANGLEY art exhibition in the main office hallway. Then join us from 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm for a moderated conversation reflecting on the art. 

This year's driving question: What does freedom mean to you?

Students have been invited to submit art from a wide range of artistic expression: photography, painting/drawing, sculpture, written word, music, dance; those students who choose to attend the exhibition and discuss their submissions with attendees will receive ONE HOUR OF COMMUNITY SERVICE

Questions? Please contact Heather Murphy Capps or Stefanie Stayin: heathermcxx@gmail.com


PTSA Langley Trivia Contest

Do you have what it takes to be the ultimate Saxon trivia champion or do you simply want to have fun? Then come out to Langley Trivia – a free, fun competition after school on Wed, Feb 14th, from 3:00-4:30pm in the cafeteria. There will be music, prizes, free Chick-fil-a and pizza.

Students must register using this link.


Instruction 2 Industry Career Expo Events

In February, school divisions across the region will team up with Virginia Ed Strategies to host the annual Instruction 2 Industry Career Expo event. This Northern Virginia regional event will allow high school students to connect virtually and in person, with more than 60 local industry professionals from in-demand career fields.  

The purpose of these FREE career exploration events is to provide students with opportunities to prepare for tomorrow’s workforce today. 

Virtual sessions will be held on February 5-8, from 4-7 p.m., and the in-person Career Expo and Job Fair event will be held on Saturday, February 17, from 1-4 p.m., in the North Hall of the Dulles Expo Center. 

Students should register today on the Instruction 2 Industry Events Page


MCA Traffic Calming Public Meeting

MCA Transportation Committee

The McLean Citizens Association(MCA) will host a citizens information event regarding the Fairfax County traffic calming program. County officials will discuss how roads can be eligible for the program and what communities can do to obtain traffic calming. HOA representatives will discuss their experience in attempting to obtain traffic calming in their neighborhood. The event takes place on

Wednesday, February 21, 7:30 PM

McLean Community Center - Community Hall

1234 Ingleside Ave, McLean

For more information, contact MCA Transportation Committee Chair Glenn Harris at transportation_committee@mcleancitizens.org


Sophomore College Case Studies Night & Optional Class Dinner for Parents and Students

When: Wednesday, February 28th, 7:00 p.m.

Where: Langley High School

Sophomores and their parents/guardians are invited to work in small groups, alongside college admission representatives, as part of a mock admissions team. Groups will analyze college applications. College admission representatives will lead the discussion groups to help participants better understand the myths and realities of college admissions.  

Registration: Parents/guardians and students are invited to attend. ONE registration per family. Please use this link to register. Registration is for planning purposes and will close on Monday, February 26th.

Optional Class Dinner: Dinner will be in the cafeteria starting at 5:30 p.m., catered by Café Rio. Tickets are $25 per person and are non-refundable. Click this link to purchase your dinner ticket: https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZI5ZQWBKS04NJ8_ZZ5W7OXABGQTRQ7


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Join Anna Brown and Jordan Payne, LHS psychologist and social worker, for an engaging parent conversation on Executive Functioning and Anxiety.  Conversation will focus on strategies to help your students manage their anxiety, emotions, time, study habits, and more.  We will be referring to “That Crumpled Paper was Due Last Week” by Ana Homayoun and “The Anxiety Audit” by Lynn Lyons. Mark your calendar for Monday, March 4 at 11:00 am in the Lecture Hall.  Please RSVP to Julie Zimmerman Hohl, LHS Family Liaison, at jbzimmerman@fcps.edu if you are able to attend.

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School Picture Day Ordering!

In response to several inquiries asking if fall school pictures can still be ordered, the answer is YES!  Legacy Studios is providing a coupon with a 25% discount on new fall school picture orders through February 25, 2024.  Visit their website to find your student's image or to place an order online: www.legacystudios.com.  The 25% off coupon code is: PICTUREDAY.


Fairfax County Teen Job Fairs & Career Building Workshops

Saturday, March 2nd

11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Chantilly High School

Saturday, March 9th

11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

West Springfield High School

Open to all students with most opportunities geared towards students 16+. Opportunities include full-time, part-time, seasonal, volunteer, internships, and more.

See attached flyer for registration link or visit: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/springfield/teenjobfairs


LOST AND FOUND

Missing an item? It may be in Langley’s very large lost & found collection. Please stop by the lost and found box located in the cafeteria.


No Food Deliveries

Please note that students are not allowed to receive food deliveries during the school day due to security concerns. If a student needs food, they can contact their counselor, cafeteria staff, or administrator for assistance.


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2023-2024 Standard School Year Calendar

 
February 10 Lunar New Year
February 14 Ash Wednesday
February 19 Holiday | Washington’s Birthday and Presidents’ Day
March 5 Presidential Primary | School Planning Day | Student Holiday 
March 11 Religious and Cultural Observance | First Full Day of Ramadan (begins sundown 3/10 and continues with daily fast and nightly prayer until 4/9)
March 20 Orthodox Ash Wednesday
March 22 End of Third Quarter
March 25-29 Holidays | Spring Break
March 29 Good Friday
March 31 Easter
April 1 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff)
April 2 Student Holiday (Staff Development Day for Staff)
April 9 Religious and Cultural Observance | Eid al Fitr (begins sundown 4/9 – sundown 4/10)
April 10 Holiday | Eid al Fitr (begins sundown 4/9 – sundown 4/10)
April 22 Religious and Cultural Observance | First evening of Passover (begins sundown 4/22 - sundown 4/30)
April 23 Religious and Cultural Observance | Second evening of Passover
April 24 Religious and Cultural Observance | Theravada New Year
May 3 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff )
May 5 Orthodox Easter
May 27 Holiday | Memorial Day
June 3 Class of 2024 Graduation Day 
June 12 Last Day of School / Early Release