Important Upcoming Dates
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03/08-03/14- Spring Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener
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03/11/2024-First Full Day of Ramadan
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03/14/2024- Hidden In Plain Sight
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03/14/2024- Pi Day
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03/22/2024- Quarter End
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03/22/2024- Deadline for Senior Dues
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03/25-03/29- Spring Break
Student Attendance Reminders
Parents are encouraged to provide a minimum of 2 hours notification for early releases, last minute requests may delay early dismissals. Any student leaving school without checking out through the attendance office will be marked UNV. Parents can pick-up their children outside of Door 1.
Please keep in mind that Chronic Absenteeism is a new criterion for our school's accreditation. Last year we were "in warning" due to having a high number of students missing 10% or more of the school year. This means that every absence matters. Please encourage your student to attend school on days listed in the calendar. We appreciate everyone's support as we continue working toward the same goals.
Message from Dr. Khoshaba
Greetings, SoCo Family!
I’m happy to share notes about two of our largest and most involved events of the year: International Night and the State DECA competition. First, International Night was last Saturday, March 2. Community members often discuss the wide array of cultures that feed into our school, and if you were fortunate enough to attend either of last week’s sold-out events, you’ll know just how true that statement is! From beginning to end, the nearly three-hour show was an amazingly beautiful collection of cultures from around the world. Here is just a sample of our students from that night. For anyone interested in seeing some of the videos, especially of the dragons (yes, dragons!) or cultural dancing, let me know and I’ll do my best to share them from my device to yours.
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Our school also had a very successful showing at the State DECA competition last weekend. We had 11 students qualify, including one team placing First Place in Entrepreneurship Team Decision Making and another group placing Third in Integrated Marketing plan.
Lastly, earlier this week, we received news that our Social Studies Department Chair, Mr. Sean Miller, was included by the local press featuring the importance of celebrating Black History Month. We are very proud of everyone’s participation in our events last month, and Mr. Miller did a great job of representing all of SoCo in this feature. Here are the links to the article and video for you to see:
https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services/news/2024/0229a
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hhI0FEKlYps
Have a restful weekend!
Kambar
#OneStallion
Together As One!
2024 Basketball Summer Camp
See attached Flyer
2024 Volleyball Summer Camp
https://www.stallionsvolleyball.com/
Spring Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener
Hello families,
The Spring Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener will be administered to students in grades 9 through 12 during the week of (03/08/2024-03/14/2024). Students use the SEL Screener twice a year to share their perspectives on how well their school and community help them develop skills they need to succeed. The screener works by asking questions or presenting statements that students can think about and respond to. More information is available about the SEL Screener by accessing this link:
https://www.fcps.edu/student-tests-and-assessments/student-assessment-details/social-emotional-screener
Little-Known Secrets of Paying for College
On March 20th @ 6 PM, the College Funding Coach® will present their Little-Known Secrets of Paying for College workshop.
With the cost of college so high, parents can simply no longer wait until their student is in high school to start efficiently planning for the cost of college. As most parents are realizing, if they wait until their child is in high school to start saving for college, it’s the equivalent of waiting three years before retirement to start putting money aside for their golden years.
The College Funding Coach® is here to help families figure out HOW to pay for it and still retire one day. You'll discover strategies that may enable you to qualify for financial aid, sources for scholarships, and strategies for maximizing your wealth and minimizing your tax exposure, giving you greater cash flow for funding a college education.
Please join us on March 20th @ 6 PM. This is information you can't afford to miss! To reserve your seat, please Register Here. I've attached a flyer about The College Funding Coach webinar.
Upcoming Events for Junior Families
College Night (Virtual) – March 12th at 7:00 PM
South County is partnering with Lake Braddock to host a panel of College Admission Representatives for juniors and their parents. The event will be recorded for those that are unable to attend live. Please use this link below to join the webinar: https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/92218314733
The topics to be covered include:
- Junior Year and the College Search
- Community College Options
- How Do Colleges Make Admission Decisions?
- Financial Aid/Scholarships & Private Schools
- Managing the Process and Student Decisions
FCPS Military Night (Virtual) – March 20th at 6:00 PM
FCPS Virtual Military Night is March 20, 2024, from 6:00pm - 8:00pm. This event features U.S. service academies, ROTC programs, congressional representatives, senior military colleges, and enlistment recruiters. It is open to all FCPS students and families interested in learning more about military education and service options. A zoom link and detailed schedule will be shared closer to the event date.
Virtual Drug Presentation Messaging
The Fairfax Prevention Coalition is hosting a virtual presentation on Effective Drug Presentation Messaging on April 10, 2024 from 1-3PM EST, featuring Barbara de Nekker with Community-The Anti-Drug Coalition (CTAD). This presentation is open to all who inspire drug free youth. Please share the attached flyer with your teams and networks. Registration link can be found here
Don't forget to purchase your yearbook!
Yearbook sale now!
Senior Dues are $100 and help to cover the costs of Graduation and are due by March 22.
The easiest way to pay is through My School Bucks.
Cash or checks are also accepted and can be made out to South County High School and can be given to Mr. Kingston in A125 or Mrs. Hill in Room A119.
Senior Dues need to be paid in order for students to attend prom or the Senior trip to King’s Dominion, or Graduation.
Celebrate your Seniors participating in Lacrosse, Soccer, Baseball, Softball, Tennis, Track, and Crew with a Senior Ad in the Spring Sports Program!
Deadline is March 15, 2024! Please order on the SCABC Square site: https://south-county-athletic-booster-club.square.site/athletic-programs
Contact Elena Jordon at 703-302-0197 for more information.
Senior Ad Form
The South County High School Athletic Booster Club
The South County High School Athletic Booster Club hosts their Annual Golf Classic to raise funds to support our athletic programs. It is also a great way to network with fellow community members and supporters of SCHS!
Our 17th Annual Golf Classic will be on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at Laurel Hill Golf Club, across from South County High School.
Are you interested in being a sponsor this year? Please check out the sponsorship options or register to play on our website: https://birdease.com/schsgolf.
PTSO
Happy 2024 South County families!
A South County Senior and his sister (Sophomore) have initiated another fundraising campaign to raise funds for Seniors at South County who are unable to meet the financial obligations of their senior year. This includes graduation dues and ANGP tickets.
All funds will be requested through school counselors in order ensure anonymity. All funds raised by these two exceptional students will be donated to the PTSO and earmarked for the financial support of Seniors with a demonstrated need.
Funds are being raised through the following go fund me site if you are interested in making a donation. https://gofund.me/7816e416
South County High School PTSO is partnering with Seasonal Roots, a local online farmers market, to bring healthy, delicious food to our community, to support local farmers and artisans, and to raise money to support the All Night Grad Party for our seniors!
Seasonal Roots is an online farmers market that delivers “dirt to doorstep” to families in Maryland and Virginia. Each week the market offers more than 150 items that are all grown and produced locally, sustainably, and ethically. Market items include fruit, vegetables, meat, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods, vegan specialties and more.
As part of this fundraiser for ANGP - new customers can join Seasonal Roots for 50% off the membership fee (a $25 savings!)
PLUS for every new customer who signs up, a $20 donation will be made to South County PTSO! WIN-WIN for everyone! Be sure to use promotional code SOCOANGP at https://www.seasonalroots.com/socoangp.
Save this code SCSS4010
EVERY Thursday from now until Jun 2024 Papa John's is supporting a restaurant night to support the ANGP.
We raised $70+ in Sep. Let's keep the momentum
The South County High School All Night Graduation Party (ANGP) Committee has secured a year long (school year) fundraiser with our local Papa John's! EVERY Thursday from now until June, if you use the coupon Code SCSS4010, you will get 40% off your order and the ANGP will get 10% of all sales. This is for our local Papa John's only (Off Silverbrook Rd).
So save this coupon code and use it every Thursday you are in the mood for Pizza! This is a great way to support our local Papa John's AND support the ANGP at the same time!
Enjoy!
Your ANGP Planning Committee
AWARENESS
Equity in Education Month
FCPS — in conjunction with the Virginia School Boards Association — observes March as Equity in Education Month, a division-wide opportunity to deepen our commitment to creating a climate and curriculum where all students receive the resources they need to reach their fullest potential.
Disability Awareness Month
In March people throughout the United States will celebrate Women’s History Month and Disability Awareness Month. Both histories are foundational parts of American history. Students deserve meaningful, sustained opportunities to learn about the experiences and contributions of this history year-round, and the celebration of Women’s History Month and Disability Awareness month are opportunities to honor these diverse and important stories. Resources for Women's History Month and Disability Awareness Month are available for teachers across content areas as part of the FCPS Multiple Perspectives Hub. Teachers and school leaders will find ideas for classroom learning experiences across content areas and grade levels. Resources curated specifically for the social studies curriculum are also available on the Women's History 180 document and Disability Awareness 180 document.
The Council for Art Education (CFAE) administers Youth Art Month. Youth Art Month encourages support for quality school art programs, and promotes art material safety. The program provides a medium for recognizing skills developed through visual arts experiences unlike any other curriculum subjects, including:
Art shows, special exhibits, fundraisers, and school and community activities take place annually, traditionally during March, to celebrate visual art education for grades K-12.
March has also been designated by the National Association for Music Education (NAfME) for the observance of Music In Our Schools Month® (MIOSM®), the time of year when music education becomes the focus of schools across the nation. The purpose of MIOSM is to raise awareness of the importance of music education for all children – and to remind citizens that school is where all children should have access to music. MIOSM is an opportunity for music teachers to bring their music programs to the attention of the school and the community, and to display the benefits that school music brings to students of all ages.
Theatre In Our Schools (TIOS) is a celebration of theatre in our schools and schools in our theatres. Sponsored by the American Alliance for Theatre & Education (AATE) and the Educational Theatre Association (EdTA), the goals of TIOS are to raise public awareness of the impact of theatre education and draw attention to the need for more access to quality programs in and out of school for all students. While TIOS presentations and advocacy may happen anytime in schools, theatres, and other public spaces, AATE and EdTA will recognize and promote March as the official Theatre In Our Schools month.
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National Nutrition Month
National Nutrition Month® is an annual campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. During the month of March, everyone is invited to learn about making informed food choices and developing healthful eating and physical activity habits.
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