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Woodson Weekly - February 16th |
Woodson Weekly is published every Friday to provide the community with important information about school life at Woodson High School.
Mission Statement
Woodson High School’s mission is to empower our community to reach their individual potential by creating a healthy environment of mutual respect, responsibility, equity, and inclusion.
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Important Upcoming Dates
Monday, February 19th - Presidents Day Holiday, No School; Spring Sports Tryouts Begin
Tuesday, February 20th - Friday, February 23rd - United in Respect Spirit Week
Thursday, February 22nd - School Bus Driver Appreciation Day
Friday, February 23rd 6:30pm-9:30pm - International Night
Saturday, March 9th - FanQuest
Sunday, March 17th - Leadership Mulch Sale
Friday, March 22nd - End of 3rd Quarter
Monday, March 25th - Friday, March 29th - Spring Break
Woodson's Events & Activities Calendar
FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar
FCPS 2024-25 School Year Calendar
In this Issue
1. Message from Mr. Greata
2. Calendar Reminder: Presidents Day (Holiday)
3. Spring Sport Tryouts
4. United in Respect Spirit Week
5. Black History Month
6. Eating Disorder Parent Information
7. SRO Appreciation Day
8. FCPS Instructional Job Fair
9. Relay for Life Activity Night
10. College and Career Center
11. International Night Reminder
12. FCPS News
Update: Previous News, but still important, is now located on our Woodson website here.
1. Message from Mr. Greata
Good Afternoon Woodson,
The safety and security of our school is our number one priority and it requires a culture of safety where planning, training, communication, and, most of all, teamwork are routine. This week, we celebrated Officer Issa on School Resource Officer (SRO) appreciation day, who is a vital partner and teammate in this work. We are so lucky to have Officer Issa here at Woodson, who is always measured and responsive. Thank you Officer Issa for all you do!
Another key partner in keeping our school safe and secure is our families, who we rely on as partners as we work to address tough issues, such as the hate motivated graffiti we have reported. The ideas and guidance I have received from the community has been invaluable and helps us navigate these difficult and complex issues. I know that with our continued partnership we will be able to overcome any challenges we face.
Our families provide support in so many ways and it is always appreciated. Our PTSO announced the recipients of the spring PTSO grants, and they were able to meet every need! Then, our staff was “treated” on Valentine’s day with a note of appreciation and a sweet treat. Thank you so much!
Our award winning one act play, The Elephant Man, continues to win awards! Congratulations to Chris Rushing and his Regional Champion One Act actors, who will be moving on to the state competition on March 2nd, in Richmond. A huge shout out to Silas Blocker who won best actor in the regional competition for his role as the elephant man.
We have several singers set to sail off to Louisville, Kentucky later this month. Congratulations to Sarea Manson and Carson Fenner, who will be representing Woodson in the Southern Region SATB Youth Honor Chorus, while Kirsten Lunsford and Serena Mancuso will represent Woodson in the Southern Region SSAA Honor Chorus. Students were selected by audition from thousands of applicants across thirteen states - Congratulations!!
Ryan Chelline, Karine Jelalian, Sonan Sahgal, and Maggie Smallwood will also be heading south this month to the Academic Bowl South Regional at the Atlanta Area School for the Deaf in Clarkston, Georgia. Congratulations and thank you to our coaches Julie Clinch and Shan Pillai.
We have girls and boys regional basketball on Saturday at 12 and 2 pm respectively, and spring sports tryouts are on Monday the 19th (Presidents Day)! Check out woodsonsports.com for details.
Have a safe weekend!
Kevin Greata
Principal
WoodsonConnect@fcps.edu
Audio Version of the Woodson Weekly
 MSA and BSU clubs team up for a collaboration meeting, discussing equity and unity, while brainstorming ways to make resources and support more accessible for everyone.
2. Calendar Reminder: Presidents Day (Holiday)
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All schools and offices will be closed on Monday, February 19, for the Presidents Day holiday.
Presidents Day is a time to honor and remember the birthdays and achievements of the country's most distinguished leaders, and to reflect on the role of the president in shaping the nation's history and development. Learn more about Presidents Day at Britannica.com.
See the complete school year calendar.
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The Woodson Class of 2025 is having a restaurant fundraising night on Wednesday, February 21st from 3:30pm to 7pm at Pokemoto in Fairfax. Be sure to mention Woodson Class of 25 when ordering!
3. Spring Sport Tryouts
Spring sport tryouts will start on Monday, February 19th (please note that this is a student/school holiday). Visit our Woodson Athletic website at www.woodsonsports.com for more detailed team specific info and also review the Athletic Wemail that went out yesterday evening.
In order for a student to tryout for a sports team, they must have the following completed prior to Monday:
1) VHSL Sports Physical turned in to the Athletic Trainer/Activities Office C103
2) Online Activity Registration submitted. This submission encompasses Concussion Education training and also the Emergency Care form.
Spring Coaches
Baseball
Coach McColley Btmccolley@Fcps.edu
Softball
Coach Picini Jjpicini@Fcps.edu
Boys Soccer
Coach Burke Spburke@Fcps.edu
Girls Soccer
Coach Sldamato@Fcps.edu
Girls Lacrosse
Coach Mpschneider@Fcps.edu
Boys Lacrosse
Coach Cornell Rscornell@Fcps.edu
Track
Coach Zuber Kazuber@Fcps.edu
Crew
Coach Tylander Bhtylander@Fcps.edu
Boys Tennis
Coach Carr Zbcarr@Fcps.edu
Girls Tennis
Coach Pavot Ebpavot@Fcps.edu
4. United in Respect Spirit Week
Hey Cavs! Next week is Woodson United in Respect Spirit Week! Throughout the week, we'll have different spirit days, activities, and more, so be on the lookout. Additionally, during lunches, we'll be recognizing Black History Month with trivia sessions! Join in for a chance to win exciting prizes and celebrate the rich history and achievements of the Black community.
5. Black History Month |
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Fairfax County’s Black History Month Celebration will be held on Friday, February 23, at 5:30 p.m., at the Government Center. This year’s theme is The Value of Telling Our Stories. It will include performances, activities, discussion, and light refreshments. Visit the county’s website for details.
Learn more about Black History month.
Black Culture and History facts posted around the halls of Woodson.
6. Eating Disorder Parent Information
In 2013, Virginia passed a law requiring every school system to provide information to parents annually about eating disorders with parents/guardians of students in the fifth through twelfth grades.
According to the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA 2023),
Eating disorders are serious but treatable mental and physical illnesses that can affect people of all genders, ages, races, religions, ethnicities, sexual orientations, body shapes, and weights. In the United States, 28.8 million Americans will suffer from an eating disorder at some point in their lives.
There is no single cause of an eating disorder. Rather, it is a complex combination of biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors that converge and set off an individual’s predisposed genetic vulnerability.
In collaboration with the Fairfax County Health Department, FCPS has developed a web page with detailed information and resources about eating disorders. To find out more, please visit the FCPS Eating Disorders website.
In addition to the information on the FCPS website, the National Eating Disorders Association has a toll free, confidential Helpline, 1-800-931-2237.
Woodson's Theatre OneAct wins Regional title for their production of The Elephant Man. They will move on to VHSL States in March!
7. SRO Appreciation Day
February 15th was School Resource Officer (SRO) Appreciation Day. The SROs who work in Fairfax County public schools are sworn police officers with the Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD).
Thank you, Officer Issa, for the work you do at Woodson and keeping all of our students and staff safe each and every day.
8. FCPS Instructional Job Fair
Help Students Achieve Their Dreams. Teach for FCPS!
Save the date! Attend FCPS’ instructional job fair on Saturday, February 24, 9 a.m.-noon, at Lake Braddock Secondary School. Network and take advantage of interview opportunities with representatives from various FCPS schools. Woodson administration will be there! Employment offers may be extended during the fair. Register today.
9. Relay for Life Activity Night
Join us for an unforgettable evening at Relay for Life’s “Activity Night” on March 16 from 5:00pm to 9:00pm at Woodson High School. Get ready for an exciting event full of games, entertainment, food, and fantastic raffle prizes, all in support of the American Cancer Society. Don’t miss out – RSPV now via Google Form and reach out to Coach Cho at Jfcho@fcps.edu with any questions. Students, siblings, parents, guardians, friends, and family members are all invited. Let’s make a difference together!!
10. College & Career Center
Resources for College & Career planning can be found on the Woodson College & Career Padlets. All upcoming events with registration links and more detailed info are listed in the Woodson Wide School Calendar. College & Career Center Newsletters are posted HERE. Questions? Please email cliebmosley@fcps.edu.
February 17 | HBCU Conference @ First Baptist Church of Vienna
February 17 | Career Expo @ Dulles Expo Center
February 17 | Aviation Institute of Maintenance Manassas Open House
March 2 | Fairfax County Teen Job Fair @ Chantilly HS
March 9 | Fairfax County Teen Job Fair @ West Springfield HS
March 13 | Sophomore Night
April 3 | Junior Focus Day
April 10 | Northern Virginia Regional College Fair @ GMU
Career Expo tomorrow! School divisions across the region are teaming up with Virginia Ed Strategies to host the annual Instruction 2 Industry Career Expo event. This FREE in-person Career Expo event will be held on Saturday, February 17, from 1-4 p.m., in the North Hall of the Dulles Expo Center. Students will have the opportunity to explore high demand career fields & connect with employers for jobs, internships, and job shadowing opportunities. Students should register on the Instruction 2 Industry Events Page.
11. International Night
Woodson’s annual International Night is quickly approaching on February 23rd, held in the Woodson auditorium. Experience a night of cultural diversity as students showcase their heritage through a captivating potluck, fashion show, and various performances. Doors open at 6:00 PM for the main event, running from 6:30-9:30 PM. Tickets will be sold during all lunches next week, and also at the door for $10 ($7 for kids under 12). However, tickets sell out quickly, so we highly recommend buying them early!
Join us for the pre-show potluck starting at 5:00 PM in Woodson Cafeteria A, featuring a variety of cultural dishes and snacks. Sign up here to donate food to showcase your culture! Students contributing will earn 1 community service hour for every 15 servings of food donated. The potluck festivities run from 5-6:00 PM, offering henna artists, free face painting, and a scavenger hunt for families to enjoy. Tickets for the potluck will be sold for $5.
Don't miss out on this cultural feast and a night of diversity. We hope to see you there
12. FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Summer Camp and Learning Opportunities
- Science, Technology, and Arts Magnet Schools
- Check Schoology for Teacher-Referred Tutoring
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Previous News, but still important, is now located on our Woodson website here.
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