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- SCHEDULE REMINDERS
- PTSO NEWS
- WOODSON NEWS & EVENTS
- CAVS SPORTS
- FUNDRAISERS
- RESOURCES FOR WOODSON STUDENTS, PARENTS & FAMILIES
- FCPS NEWS & EVENTS
- RECURRING NEWS & RESOURCES
Schedule Reminders
THIS WEEK
Thursday, March 14th - Student Cookie Handout (See Sign-up Below!)
LOOKING AHEAD
Monday, March 25th-Friday, March 29th - Spring Break
Saturday, May 11th - Senior Prom
Thursday, June 6th, 2pm - Graduation for the Class of 2024 at EagleBank Arena, GMU
Wednesday, June 12th - Last Day of School
Woodson's Integrated Events and Activities Calendar
The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar
PTSO News
All Night Grad Party Tickets On Sale
Woodson’s 2024 All Night Grad Party tickets are on sale now. Prices will increase after April. Click HERE to purchase a ticket, find out more information or participate in fundraisers!
Woodson News & Events
Cookies Still Needed for This Thursday!
This Thursday, March 14th student leadership would like to have a cookie handout for students during all lunches. In order to do so, we would require about 2,000 donated cookies. Cookies can be dropped off in the main office on Wednesday, March 13th or by 11am on the 14th. Cookies we need are any type of cookie, including gluten free, peanut free, or any other common allergen free. Please have cookies separated if they differ in ingredients, so we can make sure there is no cross contamination! Cookies will be distributed between cafeterias A and B from 11:15am - 1:20pm on Thursday, March 14th. Thank you for your help!
Parent Volunteers Needed!
Calling all Woodson parents…we need you to help proctor AP exams in May! As you know, we administer thousands of AP exams each spring to our Cavaliers and it takes a great deal of planning to implement and execute such a large scale testing plan. We rely on parent volunteers to proctor and cannot administer these without your help! This year, AP exams run from May 6-17. Shifts are typically from 7:30-11:30am or 11:00-3:00pm, with some variation depending on the exam, and you may sign up for as many shifts as you’d like. A more specific schedule will be shared closer to the AP exam testing window. No experience or training is required…we’ll show you everything you need to know! If you are able to volunteer and help, please contact Woodson school counselors Jamie Korpacz (jlkorpacz@fcps.edu) and Victoria Powell (vpowell1@fcps.edu). Thank you!
D.C. Summer Cultural Homestay Program
Host a French Student! July 8 to July 30, 2024
Don’t miss a fun summer opportunity to welcome fifteen French high school students to our community and make new friends. Volunteer to provide one of these students housing, meals, and exposure to the English language and American culture for one, two or three weeks. Go on day excursions with students to a Nationals baseball game, The National Mall, Old Town Alexandria, Georgetown, Kennedy Center, U.S. Capitol, Library of Congress, Supreme Court, White House and Arlington National Cemetery. Attend welcome and farewell parties for visiting students. Earn FCPS service hours, too. Visit www.compass-usa.net for more information. Contact Kathleen DeCarlo at kdecarlo@verizon.net if interested in helping with the cultural homestay program coming to the Woodson community this summer from July 8 to July 30, 2024.
Summer Study Abroad 2024
Are you interested in a summer study abroad in high school? The Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE) has international programs for language and culture, STEM, social change and arts and culture in 35 different countries around the world.
Students are invited to choose 3-4 week-long experiential learning programs that run in over 30 study centers worldwide in Summer 2024! All Language and Culture (L&C) programs are educationally aligned with the ACTFL standard of language learning in secondary school. Students participating in L&C programs can opt-in for 4 college credits for only $150.00. CIEE School of record is fully accredited by Tulane University.
You can view the Summer 2024 Flyer to see what opportunities are available.
For more information, please visit the CIEE website and watch this video to see what a summer abroad experience is all about. If you are interested in learning more about the program, fill out this interest form. If you have any questions contact Mr. Lee Hedrick at lrhedrick@fcps.edu.
Woodson Chorus
Congratulations to our entire Woodson Chorus! Our five Choirs that go through Assessment ALL received a rating of Superior in every Category. It was a full sweep with 20 Superior ratings. It has been at least 7 years since the last full sweep and extremely rare for any high school choir program. An amazing achievement for Woodson Chorus!
Woodson Winterguard
Congratulations to the Woodson Winterguard!
The Woodson Winterguard placed 4th overall against other teams at their most recent competition at Potomac High School. Their next competition will be held at South County High School (8501 Silverbrook Road, Lorton, VA 22079) on Saturday, MAR 23nd. Admission is $15 for adults, $10 for children (6-10) & Seniors, children under 5 are Free. Woodson’s competition class begins at 10:40AM and Woodson has a show performance time of 3:56 PM. This will be the last local competition before the team travels to Hampton, VA for the Atlantic Indoor Association North Regional Championships on April 6th. Come out and support the Winterguard team as they hunt for the secret formula of love. More information on competition venue can be found on their website HERE.
Partners for Safe Teen Driving Seminars
Attention all 10th grade students and their parents. All new drivers and parents must attend a state mandated traffic safety seminar, Partners for Safe Teen Driving. Please mark your calendar for the Woodson seminars for 2023-2024. Seminars will begin at 6:30 p.m. and will take place in the Woodson Auditorium.
Monday, April 15th
Questions? Please contact David O'Hara at DGOHara@fcps.edu.
Follow Us on Social Media!
For the most up to date information on activities and ongoing events at Woodson, please follow us on Instagram at @woodsoncavalry AND @wtwoodsonhs.
Juniors and Seniors can also follow your class at: @wtwclassof2024 OR @wtwclassof25
Athletics can be followed at - @woodsoncavathletics
Follow the Woodson PTSO on Facebook!
Follow the Woodson Library @woodsonlibrary
Follow Woodson Student Services at @wtwstudentsvcs
Follow Woodson College & Career Center at @wtwcareercenter
Fundraisers
VIP Graduation Tickets
Are you looking forward to graduation at Eagle Bank Arena? Enjoy it even more with VIP seats! The names of 10 lucky people will be drawn and will each win 8 amazing seats.
Click HERE to enter the raffle for prime seating!
Deadline to enter is May 30th.
This is a fundraiser for Woodson’s All Night Grad Party!
Class of 2024 Yard Signs
The 2024 yard signs are here! Click HERE to purchase one online! You will receive an email confirming your purchase, and where and how to pick up your order.
Support Woodson Crew: Chipotle Restaurant Night
When: Wednesday, March 13th 4pm-8pm
Where: Chipotle - 11062 Main Street, Fairfax, VA 22030
Remember to mention Woodson Crew when placing your order!
Support Woodson Chorus: Mamma Lucia Restaurant Night
Celebrate Pi Day with Woodson Chorus! March 14 is Woodson Chorus Restaurant Night at Mamma Lucia from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mark your calendar!
Please mention you are supporting Woodson Chorus when placing your order!
*Not valid with any other offer.
Help Support Woodson's Acapella group, Unaccompanied Minors at TeaDM |
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On Saturday, March 16, Woodson’s Acapella group, Unaccompanied Minors, will be hosting a fundraiser at TeaDM at Fairfax Circle (9416 Fairfax Blvd). They are raising money for the upcoming trip to NYC. The group was selected to participate in a residency program and perform at Carnegie Hall with Deke Sharon, the musical creator behind Pitch Perfect. Mention the group and part of the profits will go toward the cost of the program.
Senior Class of 2024 Legacy Bricks
Buy a Brick and create a Lasting Legacy for your Woodson Student!
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The brick courtyard in front of the school between the main entrance and the auditorium still has plenty of room for bricks for you to honor your special student or alumni. Individual bricks cost: $100. They make great graduation presents for Seniors, or as a legacy for all the members of your family!
To purchase, visit the Woodson PTSO PTBOARD website HERE. If you prefer, you can mail the brick order form (LINK HERE) to the school with a check.
All orders are due no later than April 14, 2024. Plan accordingly!
If you have questions, or for more info contact Shane or Katherine Gilbert at wptsobricks@gmail.com
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Student Driver Magnets
Magnets are $8.00 each or 3 for $20.00. You can order online HERE. Magnets are delivered to your door contact free! We will also be selling magnets at all the Partners for Safe Teen Driving seminars which are held throughout the year at the Woodson Auditorium.
If you have any questions contact Shane or Katherine Gilbert at wptsomagnets@gmail.com
Cav Sports
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Athletic Booster Pass Student Sale!
Avoid the lines! Woodson Booster Passes provide free entry to all Woodson Home regular season sporting events.
For a limited time, a student membership is ONLY $50!
Visit our Booster Pass webpage for more information, or scan the QR Code above.
Important Woodson Athletic Links
Activity Registration - wtwoodson-ar.rschooltoday.com
Woodson Athletics - www.woodsonsports.com
FCPS Student Athletics - www.fcps.edu/activities/student-athletics
NFHS Network Live Streaming- https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/schools/w-t-woodson-high-school-fairfax-va
E-Tix Link- https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/16311/wtwoodson-high-school-athletics
Resources for Woodson Students, Parents & Families
College & Career Center Information
For more information, registration links & additional events, please visit the live Calendar
Resources for College & Career planning can be found on the Woodson College & Career Padlets. Students must go to Naviance to sign up for our College Rep Visits and then create their own E-Hall Pass to the Career Center. Visit Notes and Rep Contact Info can be accessed on our College Rep Visits Padlet.
Questions? Please email cliebmosley@fcps.edu
Volunteer Opportunity With Mantua Swim and Tennis Club
Come join the Mantua Swim and Tennis Club (MSTC - 9330 Pentland Place, Fairfax, Va) for our Spring Clean event on April 20th from 9AM-12PM. Be ready to roll up your sleeves and help prepare the tennis courts and pool grounds for opening day later this spring. Jen Mack has graciously sponsored a dumpster to help with our clean up and to support the neighborhood.
Please consider volunteering your time to assist in opening up the Club for the season. Sign-up Here!
Woodson Library Offers Community Service
If your student needs Community Service hours for the National Honor Society or other service learning communities, the Woodson Library can help YOUR student. Students can participate in HATS for ECHO, lead by the Woodson library. Students will be making a hat or scarf on a round loom for the clothing closet located at ECHO, a shelter in Washington DC. (Crocheting or knitting is also accepted.)
We meet each TUESDAY, from 3:00 pm- 4:00 pm in the Woodson Library (If schools are closed or there are no late buses, we do not meet). Students can find more information and directions on the Woodson Library Google site under the tab COMMUNITY SERVICE/ Hats for ECHO
Students can make hats/scarves at home if they cannot stay after school. **See Mrs. Muir for more details on working from home. **
For the service learning to continue, the Woodson Library is currently in need of the following items:Looms: size 9.5 inch Crochet hooks sizes H to J Red Heart Yarn, weight # 4 (No light-colored. No white yarn). Please consider donating to our service learning project.
If you have any questions, please email Lisa Muir the Woodson Librarian at lkmuir@fcps.edu.
Woodson Math Center
The Woodson Math Center opened on Wednesday, September 20th. Peer math tutors are available after school Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 3:00-3:45pm in B208. Look for the Math Center Flag. Tutors are excited to help students!
FREE Virtual SAT/PSAT Math Prep:
Rick Neifeld is again offering free weekly Zoom sessions for SAT/PSAT Math preparation. See his signup sheet for more details and to get on the weekly email notification list, here:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Qk1Hq_y-nIuxLC_eZVqhhe2mye0AYZ1DYub5eDB-F_w/edit#gid=717310232
Next will will review problems from released test 10, here: https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/media/pdf/sat-practice-test-10.pdf
Recurring News & Resources
Did you know Woodson has an integrated calendar where you can find ALL school events? From the Odd/Even calendar to sports events, testing schedule to club meetings, this calendar has all you need to know!
You can select a category of events you want to see and then filter to target events that interest you. Categories include - Senior Class, Testing, 3rd Period, Athletics, Fine & Performing Arts, etc.
Bookmark this link to quickly access Woodson's events!
Attendance
Attendance is critical to student success in the classroom.
If your student will be absent from school, a parent/guardian must notify the attendance office.
To report attendance
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All day – call 703-503-4800 option 1
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Late arrival – call 703-503-4800 option 2
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Early check out- send a note in with the student in the morning and have them take it directly to Attendance Office – 703-503-4800 option 3.
- phone calls for early check out are reserved for emergencies or last-minute appointments. Please understand it may take up to 30 minutes to retrieve students for early release phone calls. We cannot accommodate calls for release that are received after 2:30.
- Sick students (or feeling unwell) must check out through the clinic. Parents must come into the main office and the main office will call to release the student from the clinic.
- Sick students may not be checked out through the attendance office.
Parents/guardians must contact the attendance office (703-503-4800) to report attendance; emails and online forms will no longer be accepted to notify our school of your student’s absence. Woodson is not monitoring or accepting any absences submitted via email. Due to an excessive number of forgeries, the online attendance form is currently disabled.
From the desk of Congressman Gerry Connolly, Virginia’s 11th District:
Congressional Art Competition - Deadline April 29, 2024
I want to take this opportunity to bring the Congressional Art Competition to your attention. This competition is open to all high school students who are residents of the 11th Congressional District, regardless of where they attend school. Public, private, and home-schooled students are all invited to participate, and I encourage any student who may be interested to submit an entry.
I look forward to hosting this event every year, as it affords students in our district the opportunity to showcase their artistic talent and creativity. Students do not need to create a new piece of art specifically for this competition – they are welcome to submit any piece from their portfolio. Past years’ competitions have included paintings, photographs, drawings, digital art, and more.
The winning piece will be displayed at the U.S. Capitol for one year, and with the permission of the artists, additional high-ranking pieces will be displayed in my Capitol Hill and district offices.
Individual arrangements will be made for the collection of the Best in Show piece to be transported to DC. Only the winning piece will be required to meet the established framing guidelines.
Order Your Woodson Yearbook NOW
Purchase your yearbook at the lowest price of the year!
Yearbooks for the 23-24 school year are still available to order.
Last year, our yearbooks sold out! Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com and enter Woodson’s code, 5278.
Don’t miss out!
Hazel Health: Virtual Therapy Services
Teletherapy services will continue to be available for all FCPS high school students at no cost this summer. Sessions can be scheduled Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Hazel’s highly-qualified therapists specialize in speaking “teen.”
Caregivers must first opt in their students to access Hazel Health. Then, a caregiver or school counselor, social worker, or psychologist can refer the student to Hazel for services. Learn more on the FCPS teletherapy webpage.
Parent Information Lines Available in Eight Languages
 Parents who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.
Lightspeed Parent Report on Child’s Device Activity
FCPS has tools to help parents know more about their child’s activity on any FCPS device. These tools are provided at no cost to families by Lightspeed, the school division’s internet content filtering service.
Parents may sign up for a weekly Parent Report, which will provide a list of the top sites your child visited. The report also offers parents the ability to sign up for free access to the Internet Use Parent Portal. Through the portal, parents may pause their child’s access to the internet on their FCPS device during non-school hours.
Learn more about Lightspeed Parent Reports.
Free Tutoring from Tutor.com
All FCPS students continue to have unlimited access to live, 24/7, one-on-one online tutoring services through Tutor.com at no cost to families. Student participation is optional and parents/caregivers can opt their student(s) out of accessing the services. Get more information on the Tutor.com Online Tutoring Services webpage.
Students can access Tutor.com via a link in Schoology. Additional information about how to log in and access a tutor is provided to families via the following: Middle & High - How It Works. Questions not answered in the posted resources may be sent to onlinetutoring@fcps.edu.
Woodson PTSO Officer Board for 2023-24 School Year
Sara Mastro / Co-President / saralmastro@yahoo.com
Becky Daw / Co-President / tbzzdaw@gmail.com
Lena McGinn / Membership Director / wptsovp1@gmail.com
Diane Raffaele / Recording Secretary / dianecollinsva@hotmail.com
Kyle Durbin / Treasurer / wptsotreasurer@gmail.com
Sara Mastro / WTW PTSO Grant Program / saralmastro@yahoo.com
Nicole Spindler / Communications Director / WoodsonWeMail23@gmail.com
Amy Zganjar / Enrichment Director / azganjar@strength.org
Vacant / Fundraising Director / Would you like to volunteer? Contact the PTSO Co-President(s)
Quick Links to Additional Resources
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