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Upcoming Events
February 23: Fairfax Academy Dance Benefit Concert, 7pm, Auditorium
February 23: ArtScreen: "A Great Day in Harlem" documentary @ Sherwood Center, 7:30pm
February 24: Regional Science Olympiad
February 27: Orchestra Pre-Assessment Concert, 7pm, Auditorium
February 29: Chorus Pre-Assessment Concert, 7pm, Auditorium
March 1: Principal's Coffee, 7:30-8:30am, Library
March 5: Student Holiday, Presidential Primary Election
March 8: Cultural Celebration, Fair 6:30pm, Show 7pm
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Thank you, Bus Drivers!
February 23, 2024
Happy Friday Fairfax Family and Friends,
I hope your three-day weekend kicked off with an amazing start! It has been an action-packed week at Fairfax. A BIG REMINDER - Quarter 3 moves fast, and we are already at the halfway point, which means you have four more weeks of focus, late afternoon bus options, and pre-planned Lion Times that will prepare you for acceleration and intervention. Parents, you are encouraged to check Schoology and access ParentVue to ensure your students have a plan for success and support. Today in our Lion Time we did grade checks with your students because as the Spring temperatures begin to rise, we look forward to students grades rising, as well. Attendance matters every day, and we need you in school learning!
Our student athletes have been unstoppable, and we couldn't be more excited for our Winter Sports teams and coaches. FHS secured the Basketball District Championship, Girls Swim claimed multiple state titles, and Wrestling came home with lots of brass (including a new state champion). It was PAWSome to see our gymnastic super star in competition at the state level. Academic wins were also happening as our Science Olympiads took home a trophy at UPenn. GO LIONS!
One band, one sound was going down at the FHS Band Assessment concert and they sounded superb. Tonight, our Academy Dance Program presents, "Visionary Movement" which will raise funds for Dance Exchange, a community dance program. Our all-state chorus director and her students are currently attending The American Choral Directors Association's National Conference and Honor Choir Symposium. Orchestra and Chorus will share their assessment showcase this week.
We had the opportunity to thank our bus drivers and acknowledge their hard work on National Bus Driver Appreciation Day. Our PTSA is always inspiring, and our parents offer unwavering commitment to the school, YOU ARE APPRECIATED. Our student equity stakeholders met for a retreat and began planning impact events for the remainder of the school. This student group is committed to elevating diversity, equity, and inclusion at FHS. Next week we will continue celebrating Black History Month with a spirit week and student lead activities.
We are continuously committed to growing, learning, and supporting.
Thank you for your partnership,
Included in this issue:
Student Spotlight
- Swim Team Winners!
- Wrestling Team Winners!
- Boys Basketball wins District Championship!
Fairfax Lions Need to Know:
- Calendar Reminders: Public Schools Week, Feb. 27 - Mar 3
- Student and Family Surveys
- Community Conversations
- FAFSA Updates for Seniors
- NOVA Virtual Sessions for Seniors
- Fairfax Academy Dance Benefit: Visionary Movements, Tonight!
- ArtScreen at the Sherwood Center, Feb. 23 @ 7:30pm
Fairfax Lions Nice to Know:
- FHS Literary Magazine, The Matrix
- Auto Tech Logo Contest
- FHS Cultural Celebration
- Fairfax Athletic Boosters Meet & Greet, Feb. 27
- Fairfax Athletic Boosters Golf Tournament, May 20
- City of Fairfax Voter Sticker Contest
- City of Fairfax Language Arts Competition
- Connect - Contact - Reach Us
Fairfax HS PTSA
- ANG Message
- Hospitality Committee Message
- Membership
Swim and Wrestling Success!
Last weekend, the Fairfax girls swim team finished in 4th place at the VHSL State Swim Meet which is the best finish for the girls since our 2008 team. Freshman Sadie Buckley won the 200 FREESTYLE and is a VHSL STATE CHAMPION with a time of 1:49.06, which by the way is a new school record!
Our 400 FREE relay team made up of Sadie Buckley, Sophie Scadron, Angelina Sagaow, and Ava Rice, won the GOLD MEDAL with a time of 3:29.97, and another school record! Sadie also won the BRONZE MEDAL in the 100 BACKSTROKE (another new school record), Senior Sophie Scadron got the BRONZE MEDAL in the 100 FLY and 4th place in the 50 FREE. A special congratulations to Sadie and Sophie who broke numerous school records this season and they both have earned All-American status which is the highest tier for high school athletes in the country. Lastly, a HUGE shout out to Cody Schneider who qualified for the VHSL State Dive meet where he placed 10th in the state!
At the VHSL State Wrestling Tournament, our wresting team finished 6th in the State! This is the 2nd highest program finish in the history of our school! We had 6 wrestlers qualify and 4 alternates and all 6 of our wrestlers won matches. A special shout out to Matt Gashi-Brito who took BRONZE MEDAL, Harry Maltese took the SILVER MEDAL, and sophomore Kross Cassidy took the GOLD MEDAL and is a STATE CHAMPION! Good luck to our girl wrestlers who are competing today in the Girls VHSL State Wrestling tournament at Gar-Field High School!
Basketball District Champions!
FHS Boys Basketball won the Patriot District Championship 60-55 to earn the first district title in 22 years!!! Congrats, Lions!!
Calendar Reminders: Public Schools Week, Feb. 27 - March 3.
Public Schools Week is an annual celebration that brings together school leaders, educators, parents & community leaders to recognize the importance of our nation’s public schools. This year it is being held Feb. 27 - March 3.
See the complete school year calendar.
Student and Family Surveys
Family Engagement Survey to Open March 3
FCPS is partnering with independent research firm K12 Insight to administer a Family Engagement Survey, which will be open from Sunday, March 3, to Friday, March 22. Your feedback is critical in helping FCPS to better recognize, understand, respect, and address family strengths and needs throughout the district. Survey topics include:
- Welcoming environment
- Communication
- Student success
- Advocacy
- Family and school partnerships
- Community partnerships
The survey will be available in English, Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Pashto, Spanish, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
Parents/caregivers will receive the survey link via email from K12 Insight. A public link will also be posted on FCPS’ website. Paper surveys will be available in our front office. Please stay tuned for more information.
💭 Share Your Thoughts on Schoology
FCPS will be conducting voluntary, anonymous surveys on the use of Schoology from Monday, March 11, to Friday, March 22. Surveys will be delivered to:
- Elementary students (grades 3-6) through the Schoology App Center.
- Secondary students via email from Naviance.
Student feedback will inform the school division’s use of Schoology and help improve its processes, communication, and professional learning for staff. FCPS’ Instructional Services Department will also be reaching out to families through focus groups.
Please contact Schoology@fcps.edu if you have questions.
🎤 Our Schools, Our Future: Community Conversations Continue
Science Olympiad Regional Tournament
Join Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid for Our Schools, Our Future – A Community Conversation. Your voice matters! Share your thoughts about FCPS and bring your questions to a conversation on:
- Tuesday, April 16, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Graham Road Elementary School.
- Tuesday, April 30, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at South County Middle School.
- Thursday, May 2, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Terraset Elementary School.
- Wednesday, May 8, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Hybla Valley Elementary School.
- Thursday, May 16, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Poe Middle School.
- Tuesday, May 21, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Katherine Johnson Middle School.
Pre-registration for a Community Conversation is not required but will help FCPS plan. Childcare and interpretation services will be provided for all events based on staff availability. Events are open to all. Learn about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid.
FAFSA Updates for Seniors and Their Families
There have been several technological challenges with the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) since its launch on December 31, 2023. The latest news is that colleges will not get FAFSA summaries from the U.S. Department of Education until mid-March at the earliest. As a result, colleges won’t be able to give students financial aid award letters based on their FAFSA information until late April to May, at best. Students who applied to a college that uses the CSS Profile may receive financial aid information sooner.
Different media outlets are reporting a growing list of colleges that will push back deadlines for students to accept offers of admission into May and even June. The American Council on Education has a database of colleges and universities that have extended their deadline to commit to enroll. We recommend that all information obtained by a secondary source be confirmed directly with the college or university.
If you are a caregiver or student with questions or persistent issues filling out the FAFSA, consider scheduling a free appointment with our partners at College Access Fairfax. Email Appointments@CollegeAccessFairfax.org. All FAFSA help provided by your school or College Access Fairfax is free.
💻 NOVA Virtual Sessions for Seniors and Their Families
Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is offering virtual information and application sessions. Information sessions will provide an overview of NOVA and the opportunities, services, and resources designed to connect high school seniors to the NOVA Nighthawk Community.
Sessions are open to all FCPS seniors and their families. For questions, email admissions@nvcc.edu or call 703-323-3000.
Tonight! Fairfax Academy Dance Benefit
Please join us for an evening of performances to benefit Dance Exchange, expanding who gets to dance, where dance happens, what dance is about, and why dance matters.
Friday, February 23, 7pm, FHS Auditorium
Tickets are not required but donations encouraged. Please come and support!
Also Tonight! ArtScreen @ Sherwood Center
ArtScreen celebrates the arts with a free film series on Friday evenings in the City of Fairfax.
Tonight: A Great Day in Harlem
A Great Day in Harlem (1994) Not Rated. This documentary relates the story about how a now-iconic photograph in Esquire Magazine of legendary jazz musicians came about. It compiles interviews of all the top jazz musicians in NYC in the year 1958.
Doors open at 7:00pm • Film starts at 7:30pm. FREE popcorn and snacks, and Door Prizes!
Fairfax Lions Nice to Know:
Matrix Magazine, Submissions due by Feb 29!
Hello, FHS family! The Matrix is Fairfax High School's official literary magazine, where talented students are encouraged to submit their art, prose, poetry, photography, music, and more. Submissions close soon, on the 29th of February, so encourage students to submit quickly! Submit here at linktr.ee/fairfaxcw and check out the mini-Matrix releases!
Auto Tech Logo Contest!
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The Auto Tech Department needs a new logo for sweatshirts, t-shirts etc. Two logos are needed, one for the front, and one for the back of the wearables.
Designs should incorporate no more than three colors. Designs may be submitted in the following formats:
- PDF (300 dpi or higher)
- Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop
Digital designs may be sent to: FHSAuto108@gmail.com. Please submit your design(s) by March 15, 2024. The winning designs will be selected by students and staff. Thank you for your help and support!
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Cultural Celebration, March 8
Tickets are ON SALE now for Fairfax High School’s annual sold-out event: Cultural Celebration 2024!
Friday, March 8th
Cultural Fair 6:30 PM
Cultural Celebration (Global Talent & Fashion Show) 7:00 PM
Join us for an incredible trip around the world featuring fiery Latin dances, the beat of the Korean drums, the majesty of the Chinese Dragon dance, the harmonies of Kentucky Bluegrass, Vietnamese fan dancing, traditional and modern global fashions, tasty treats from near and far, and MUCH MORE!
NEW TICKET INFO: Tickets are sold ONLINE this year beginning 2/23 and closing at 5pm on 3/8 for a discounted price. Tickets may sell out prior to the event, so reserve yours today!
Pre-Sale Online Ticket Prices: Adults $5 | Students $3 (FCPS Employees & Kids Under 5 = Free)
Door Ticket Prices: Adults $10 | Students $5 (FCPS Employees & Kids Under 5 = Free)
Don't miss out! Tickets are flying faster than a K-pop dance move, so click this TICKET LINK or the QR code in the flyer to grab yours now!
Please help us spread the word to make this the most vibrant, diverse, and celebratory Fairfax HS event ever!
Fairfax Athletic Boosters Meet & Greet
Fairfax High School Athletic Boosters Meet & Greet at P.J. Skiddoos, Tuesday, February 27, 2024, 5-7pm
So your student is playing sports at Fairfax! Come out and meet members of the Fairfax Boosters and other parents of Fairfax High School Athletes. Learn about low-key volunteer opportunities, ways to connect with coaches, and more about the Fairfax Athletic Boosters and how we support all sports at Fairfax High School.
Please join us for some fun, appetizers, raffle prizes to learn about the many ways that you can support the athletic program at Fairfax High School. If you are unable to attend the event and are interested in getting involved, you can email us at fhsboostersinfo@gmail.com.
Save the Date: Golf Tournament on May 20
SAVE THE DATE: MONDAY, May 20, 2024
Registration coming soon for the...
11th Annual Athletic Boosters Fundraiser Golf Tournament! Come out and play or become a sponsor to help support all of our Fairfax HS athletic teams.
City of Fairfax Voter Sticker Contest
The City of Fairfax Office of Elections and City of Fairfax Commission on the Arts invite all City of Fairfax school aged students to design our next "I Voted" and "Future Voter" stickers.
All forms or artwork must be received on or before April 12, 2024. Late entries will not be accepted. No entry fee is required to participate in the contest.
Find all the information here: City of Fairfax Voter Sticker Contest
City of Fairfax Language Arts Competition
The City of Fairfax Commission on the Arts is sponsoring a Language Arts Competition. For 2024, we are focusing on the topic of forgiveness. We are eager to read examples of our citizens’ thoughts on forgiveness as either a fiction or a nonfiction submission.
Contestants must be:
- Fourth through sixth graders
- Seventh through ninth graders
- Tenth through twelfth graders
- Adults (college age and beyond)
- Individuals who do not derive their primary income from writing
- Neither related to nor household residents of any City of Fairfax Commission on the Arts member
Contestants must also meet any of the following criteria:
- Reside, are employed, or own property in the City of Fairfax
- Attend public or private high school in the City of Fairfax
- Reside and are home schooled within the City of Fairfax
See the City Website for more information. Deadline to submit is 6:00pm, Friday, March 29, 2024.
throughout the year:
Fairfax HS PTSA
Table of Contents:
- ANG Message
- Hospitality Committee Message
- PTSA Membership
All Night Grad Party Update ~ Still Time to Help!
Tickets for the All Night Grad Party Go on Sale in March!
Next month we start selling tickets for the All Night Graduation Party. These will be available online and at certain events at FHS. Watch this space for more information on how to purchase tickets.
Donations Needed for Online Silent Auction
We will be holding our annual ANG Online Silent Auction this spring to raise funds for the party. To make this a success, we need donations of items that we can auction off. These can be products, team-themed baskets, sports tickets, vacations, or services from a business.
If you or your business have an item or service you would like to donate, please contact us at : ANG@fairfaxptsa.org
Donate to Support the All Night Grad Party
Monetary donations to the All Night Graduation Party are always welcome. If you, or your friends and family, would like to make a donation to the All Night Graduation Party, you can donate online at the PTSA’s giving-site: https://fairfaxhs.memberhub.com/store/items/931830
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
We look forward to all parents’ support for the All Night Grad Party. Together, we will make this a night for our seniors to remember!
Staff Appreciation Week, March 4-8
Please help celebrate the teachers and staff at FHS during Staff Appreciation Week, March 4-8! There are many opportunities to volunteer and donate to their luncheon on Wednesday, March 6, and support the daily raffles.
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Lunch & Raffle: Please sign up here Staff Appreciation Lunch & Raffle to ensure that this event is special, and our teachers, counselors, administrators, custodians and cafeteria staff know how much they are appreciated! The PTSA honors staff in March rather than waiting for National Teacher Appreciation Week in May to avoid the busy testing season.
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Monetary Donations: The PTSA is catering lunch from Moby Dick House of Kabob and we are seeking donations to help cover the cost. Shout out to Moby Dick for offering a more affordable “teacher discount” and Wegmans for donating toward our event! Monetary donations can be made at: https://fairfaxhs.memberhub.com/store/items/691099
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Food Donations: We are also looking for donations of desserts and beverages. Donated food items can be left in the FHS Office no later than Tuesday, March 5, 2024 (school holiday). Please label any items for Staff Appreciation Lunch! Any surplus packaged foods will be used by our school counselors and leadership students during Wellness Week in April or donated to the FHS Food Pantry. Food Donations.
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Raffle: We are seeking donations of gift baskets from individuals, groups or businesses or other donated items such as gift cards to raffle. Our goal is to have something for EACH of our wonderful staff members! Please drop items in the office no later than Friday, March 1 clearly labeled “Staff Appreciation.” If you need to make other arrangements, please contact Sandy Murray at saguidice@hotmail.com. Raffle Donations.
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Volunteer: If you can help on the day of the event to set up, hand out items and clean up please sign up! Volunteer Signup.
Questions, please contact the PTSA hospitality committee:
Lisa: lmwooditch@verizon.net
Sandy: saguidice@hotmail.com
Susan: soldbysusan@skares.com
Laura: laurabuice@gmail.com
Thank you for supporting our amazing staff!
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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