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Woodson Weekly - February 23rd |
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
Tonight, Friday, February 23rd 6:30pm-9:30pm - International Night
Tuesday, March 5th - No School for Students, Virtual School Planning Day
Saturday, March 9th - FanQuest
Thursday, March 7th - Leadership Mulch Sale Deadline
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. International Night Tonight
3. Mulch Sale
4. Calendar Reminder: March 5
5. Black History Month
6. Woodson Drama - "The Last Firefly"
7. Fairfax County Teen Job Fair
8. College and Career Center
9. FCPS News
Previous News, but still important, is now located on our Woodson website here.
1. Message from Mr. Greata
Good Afternoon Woodson,
Tonight is the night to celebrate diversity and cultural richness at Woodson High School! Join us as we embark on a journey around the world through tantalizing cuisines and captivating performances at our annual International Night. Let's come together to embrace the beauty of our global community starting with our potluck at 4:45 pm, and the show at 6:30 pm . Huge shout out to Annie Hadfield and Lee Hedrick for their support of our students in our For the Culture Club!
This week, our staff gathered for our annual Black History Month luncheon to reflect on the profound impact of Black history, connect with each other, and to build community. This luncheon has been a favorite event at Woodson for the past 19 years. We are so grateful to Darlene Sheppard for her tireless efforts to organize the luncheon as well as Kenika Coles Wawryzniak, Eugene Cox, Eric Pilson, Rick Mey, Maria Lopez, and Jeff Tiller for their contributions to this amazing Woodson tradition!
Our student athletes continue to excel at the regional and state level! Let's give a thunderous round of applause to the following student athletes:
- Swim & Dive: Nathaniel Grannis (State Champion, Dive), Taityn Speier (5th place, Dive), Relay- Riley Peters, Emma Casas, Soleil Clifford and Lyla Devlin (3rd, Swim), Brady Bauernshub (3rd, Swim), Girls Swim Team (State Runner-Up)
- Wrestling: Rafael Pena (4th, 215 Weight Class)
- Indoor Track, Top 5 finishes from: Ashley Lofton, Kendall Anderson, Hadley Vanek, Celia Dawson, Keira Arenholz, Anna Strafford, Penelope Elliott, Colleen Gilbert, Taityn Speier, Justin Anderson, Zain Elcock, and Barret Pullen
Girls basketball continues to pursue a regional title at Robinson Secondary School at 5:30 pm tonight, where they will compete against West Potomac. With a win tonight, they will compete in the regional finals game on Saturday.
One correction to last week’s weekly, our one act actors will be performing The Elephant Man in their state competition on March 2nd, in Charlottesville, VA.
I would like you to be aware that this week, we have strategically shut down different bathrooms due to several instances of property destruction that have needed repairs. While this is a necessary measure, we also hope it is a temporary one.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Kevin Greata
Principal
WoodsonConnect@fcps.edu
Audio Version of the Woodson Weekly
Leadership students pass out goodie bags to Woodson bus drivers on School Bus Appreciation Day.
2. International Night Tonight!
Experience a night of cultural diversity as students showcase their heritage through a captivating potluck, fashion show, and various performances, TONIGHT! There is a pre-show potluck starting at 4:45 PM in Woodson Cafeteria A, featuring a variety of cultural dishes and snacks. Tickets for the potluck are $5. The Auditorium Doors open at 6:00 PM for the main event, which will run from 6:30 to 9:30 PM. Tickets for the main event can be purchased at the door for $10 ($7 for kids under 12).
Don't miss out on this cultural feast and a night of diversity. We hope to see you there!
3. Mulch Sale
The annual Woodson Mulch Sale has arrived. Freshen up your flower beds and support the Woodson High School Leadership and Sports Leadership Classes at the same time. The Leadership Classes are once again offering high quality shredded hardwood mulch for purchase.
Orders for 3-cubic foot bags of mulch must be received by Thursday, March 7, for pick-up at Woodson or delivery to your home on Sunday, March 17. When placing an order for 10 or more bags, delivery is an option. All mulch will be delivered on Sunday, March 17, beginning at 8:30 AM. The proceeds benefit the Woodson High School Leadership and Sports Leadership Classes and support their activities. For more details or for an order form, please check out our web link.
This year you can also order and pay on-line at MySchoolBucks. Browse all items and select the Mulch Sale Fundraiser.
Need more info? Send an email to DJSchaefer@fcps.edu
4. Calendar Reminder: March 5
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The Fairfax Board of Elections requested that schools be closed on Tuesday, March 5, to accommodate the safe and efficient administration of the 2024 presidential primary election.
March 5 will be a holiday for students and a virtual School Planning Day for teachers.
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Cav Kudos is back! Faculty and Staff nominate students that have been seen doing an act of kindness, which is reflective of our school’s mission of creating a healthy environment of mutual respect, responsibility, equity, and inclusion.
5. Black History Month |
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The most obvious figure to study first was the person the school will be named for beginning next school year. Read the story here.
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Fairfax County’s Black History Month Celebration will be held tonight, 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.
Woodson faculty enjoying the food and atmosphere at the 19th annual Black History Month Luncheon.
6. Woodson Drama - "The Last Firefly"
Woodson Drama is producing the Theatre for Young Audiences show “The Last Firefly” which is perfect for elementary school students! This 60 minute production plays Saturday afternoon March 9th ONLY – at 2pm. All elementary school students will be admitted free of charge, with adults paying a “pay what you can” ticket price.
What is it about? The Last Firefly begins with light, a flash, and the crash of a storm. Thus, the story of Boom and Crash, the children of Thunder, begins as they set out on an epic search for their father, ultimately discovering their true self and the strength within themselves that always existed. This mythical adventure will transport you on a fantastic journey where the littlest things can make all the difference in the world.
Tickets can be purchased at the door or through a link from the Woodson Drama Website
Woodson appreciates our bus drivers! Thank you for getting our students to and from school safely each and every day.
7. Fairfax County Teen Job Fair
Looking for a job or volunteer opportunity? All students are invited to attend the 2024 Fairfax County Teen Job Fair Series and Career Building Workshops sponsored by Springfield District Supervisor Pat Herrity with FCPS kicking off Saturday, March 2nd from 11am to 1pm at Chantilly High School and on Saturday, March 9th at West Springfield High School from 11am to 1pm. At each fair, students will have the opportunity to engage with employers offering part-time, full-time, seasonal, and volunteer positions. During the fairs, students will also be able to attend career-building workshops like Resume Building and Interviewing 101. Most positions at the fair are geared toward students age 16+, but some opportunities for younger students may be available with parental consent. Registration is free here and at the fairs. For more information, or to register, please visit the Teen Job Fair webpage.
8. 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.
March 2 | Fairfax County Teen Job Fair @ Chantilly HS
March 9 | Fairfax County Teen Job Fair @ West Springfield HS
March 13 | Sophomore Night
March 15 | ASVAB Test @ Robinson High School
April 3 | Junior Focus Day
April 10 | Northern Virginia Regional College Fair @ GMU
Students build candy DNA models in Ms. Barry's class.
9. FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Upcoming Webinars and Events for Families
- How Students Benefit from CTE Courses
- Supreme Court Decision Regarding TJHSST
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Join us for Fanquest in the Main Gym on March 9th!
Previous News, but still important, is now located on our Woodson website here.
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