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Woodson Weekly -
March 15
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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, March 18th, 6:30pm-8pm - Community Conversation on Fentanyl and Other Drugs, at Lake Braddock Secondary School
Wednesday, March 20th, 6pm-8pm - Virtual Military Night
Friday, March 22nd - End of 3rd Quarter
Monday, March 25th - Friday, March 29th - Spring Break
Monday, April 1st - Tuesday, April 2nd - Teacher Workdays, No School for Students
Wednesday, April 3rd - Junior Focus Day
Woodson's Events & Activities Calendar
FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar
FCPS 2024-25 School Year Calendar
FanQuest 2024
In this Issue
1. Message from Mr. Greata
2. Attendance Next Week
3. Underclass Students - Will You Be Returning to Woodson Next Year?
4. Join a Conversation on Fentanyl and Other Drugs
5. Calendar Reminders
6. AP Exam Conflicts
7. Junior Focus Day
8. Immunizations Requirements for Rising Seniors
9. Kiss and Ride Reminders
10. Counselor Corner
11. College and Career Center
12. FCPS News
1. Message from Mr. Greata
Good Afternoon Woodson,
What a remarkable week it's been at Woodson High School! From the thrilling moments at FanQuest to the exceptional presentations at the Student Advisory Council meeting, our students and community continue to showcase their dedication, talent, and spirit.
Firstly, a heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for FanQuest last weekend. The obstacle course, senior night, and the game created unforgettable memories and showcased the vibrant spirit of our community. Your support and enthusiasm brought out the best in us, reinforcing the strong bonds that make our school truly special.
This week, we were honored to host student leaders from across the county for the Student Advisory Council to the Superintendent presentations. Addressing a wide range of topics, from grading systems to increasing inclusion for students with disabilities, our students impressed everyone with their insight and innovative ideas. Cara King, Miranda Baxter, Shaheera Kamin, and David Freeman, our Woodson representatives, made us proud, embodying the excellence and commitment that define our school.
Celebration is in order for our Woodson Orchestra, Choir, and Band! Achieving Superior ratings at State Assessments is no small feat, and having all 12 adjudicated ensembles earn such distinction is a testament to the hard work and talent of our students and staff. Woodson will be strongly represented at the VA All State performances on April 19th in Richmond, VA.
Thank you math teachers and Math Honor Society students! In celebration of Pi Day, our Math Department treated Woodson staff to pie, infusing our week with a delightful blend of education and enjoyment. Such moments underscore the unique, supportive culture we cherish at Woodson.
As we continue to navigate the school year, let’s carry forward the enthusiasm, creativity, and commitment to excellence that define Woodson High School. Together, we are creating a legacy of achievement, inclusion, and community that will resonate far beyond this year.
Thank you for your continued support and engagement. Have a wonderful weekend!
Kevin Greata
Principal
WoodsonConnect@fcps.edu
Audio Version of the Woodson Weekly
A beautiful sunrise, which also came with a warm morning, over Woodson on Thursday. Thank you for the picture Mrs. O'Brien!
2. Attendance Next Week
If you know your child will be missing full days of school next week, please call the attendance line to let us know now. The attendance line is 703-503-4800. Please do not wait to make the school aware of any absences or early releases.
3. Underclass Students - Will You Be Returning to Woodson Next Year?
If you will not be attending Woodson HS this fall, please let Woodson Student Services know now by clicking here to complete the student intent form. If your student will be returning to Woodson next year, there is no need to complete or return the form.
If your student will not be returning to Woodson next year, please complete the fields at the top of the form (you may leave the Teacher Name field blank). Then check the box that says “No” when asked if the student will be returning to this school next year. Then check the appropriate box from the options listed regarding where your student will be attending school next year. Lastly, please sign and date the form. You may either scan and email the form to return it, or have your student bring it to school and drop it off in Student Services.
Student Services will make sure all transcripts and records are forwarded to your child’s new school so his/her file is complete. If you have any questions, please contact Woodson registrar Darlene Sheppard at 703-503-4622 or dmsheppard@fcps.edu.
4. Join a Conversation on Fentanyl and Other Drugs
A community conversation on the opioid crisis in Northern Virginia will be held Monday, March 18th, 6:30-8 p.m., in the auditorium at Lake Braddock Secondary School. (Please enter through Door #14). Attendees will receive free REVIVE! Narcan training during the event and learn about support services within FCPS and Fairfax County.
This discussion will provide families, staff, and students with valuable knowledge about the dangers of drugs and deadly fentanyl. The material discussed will be suitable for students in grade 6 and higher. Language interpretation will be available as well as American Sign Language accommodation. Childcare and transportation will also be provided, as needed.
Learn more about the event and register online.
Congratulations to Woodson Senior, Ben Hays! He participated in the World Sport Para Shooting World Cup in New Deli, India. He picked up a bronze medal as part of a three-person team and a silver medal as part of a mixed pairing.
5. Calendar Reminders
Third Quarter ends on Friday, March 22nd. |
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Spring Break is March 25-29.
Schools and school offices will be closed. |
Monday, April 1st, and Tuesday, April 2nd, are school planning and teacher workdays, respectively. There will be no school for students on these days. |
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Senior students attend the annual Capital Hill field trip.
6. AP Exam Conflicts
The College Board permits late testing for limited circumstances. Any student who has a conflict with the AP Exam schedule must complete a form to request late testing. Students with 2 exams on the same day are expected to take both tests on the scheduled exam date.
The form to request a late test is available here and in Student Services. The completed form (and payment if required) is due to Mrs. Glover in Student Services no later than Friday, April 5th.
AP Exam dates can be found on the College Board website.
7. Junior Focus Day
We are thrilled to invite you to Woodson's Junior Focus Day on April 3, 2024, during 1st & 3rd periods. This "in-house field trip" is your ticket to explore a world of possibilities in postsecondary education and the college application process. Below is a glimpse of the event:
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8:10 am: Student Services Welcome & Event Overview
Gather in the Auditorium for a warm welcome and overview of the day's events.
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8:20 am: Keynote Address by a College Admissions Representative
Be inspired by firsthand insights from a college admissions expert.
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8:50 am: Breakout Sessions Begin (multiple locations throughout the school)
Dive into three sessions of your choice tailored to help you navigate your post-high school path.
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11:15 am: Conclusion of Junior Focus Day
The event concludes at 11:15 am, just in time for the start of 5th period.
For an early look at the agenda & breakout sessions, please visit our Junior Focus Day Padlet. Stay tuned – we will send out more information closer to the date.
8. Immunization Requirements for Rising Seniors
The Code of Virginia requires all students to be immunized against certain communicable diseases prior to entrance into Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS).
All students entering twelfth grade will be required to receive one dose of Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) administered at age 16 or older, and prior to the beginning of school.
Twelfth grade students cannot begin school in August without proper Meningococcal documentation.
Please provide one of the following documents to Darlene Sheppard at dmsheppard@fcps.edu as soon as possible:
- An updated immunization record showing that the student has received the Meningococcal vaccine.
- A note on a healthcare provider’s letterhead stating the date the Meningococcal vaccine was given.
- A healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
- A notarized Religious Exemption Form which is available online
Immunizations are available from your student's healthcare provider or the Fairfax County Health Department. The Health Department clinic locations and hours are available online at: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/health/immunization/school or by calling 703-246-2411.
Please contact Darlene Sheppard at dmsheppard@fcps.edu if you have any questions.
Cav Kudo's recipients for the week of March 11th. Way to go Cavs!
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.
9. Kiss and Ride Reminders
All student drop off MUST be at the designated Kiss & Ride areas. Students/parents/caregivers will be redirected as necessary. Please do not drop off and park in the staff parking lot. The school day begins at 8:10am!
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Bus and staff entrance
- This is the first entrance off Whitacre Road from 236 into the Woodson property
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Senior parking lot
- The second entrance off Whitacre Road into the Senior lot is for Senior student parking only.
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Whitacre Road Kiss and Ride
- The third entrance off Whitacre Road is the entrance to the Kiss and Ride loop by the tennis courts. Drop off students BEFORE 8AM at Door 9.
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Junior parking lot
- The last entrance off Whitacre Road, which is also the stadium entrance. When looking at the stadium, the Junior lot is on the left.
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Pickett Road Kiss and Ride
- If you are coming to Woodson from 236, use the Pickett Road entrance, NOT Whitacre Rd. This will allow you to drop your child(ren) off at Door 2. Only staff can access the front lot where Kiss and Ride forms from Whitacre Road.
DO NOT park at the shopping center across the street; they will tow your car.
10. Counselor Corner
Now that we have completed Academic Advising and the deadline has passed for students to change course requests, Woodson Leadership begins the large task of assessing instructional needs and hiring for next school year. Students who created a plan to take a Dual Enrollment course for next year have until March 22 to complete the Dual Enrollment process. This is a firm NOVA deadline. Students taking the class through FCPS online campus should have returned their registration form to their counselor or do so immediately. (Students will not be added to a DE course unless the form is received.)
Attention parents! We would love to see you in May! Please complete this google form if you are available to volunteer to proctor AP exam(s). We are grateful for the help, as we have hundreds of students testing from May 6-17th.
Reminder for Juniors to mark their calendar for April 3, Junior Focus Day! They will choose 3 sessions to assist them to reach their post-secondary goals.
Sophomore information night was a huge success this week! Please refer to the Sophomore padlet for the presentation as needed. School counselors continue to visit 10th grade HPE classes to deliver the Wellness presentation. Students can find support on both our Woodson Wellness site and our Social/Emotional Supports padlet.
As we finish Q3, we want to remind students to finish strong and seek academic support as needed. Our Academic Support padlet has resources like test-taking tips and guarding against procrastination.
Students in Ms. Duarte's science class makes chalk in their limiting reaction lab.
11. 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 20 | FCPS Virtual Military Night
March 21 | West Point Info Session in the Career Center All Lunches
March 24 | NACAC Virtual College Fair
April 3 | Junior Focus Day
April 10 | Northern Virginia Regional College Fair @ GMU
April 20 | Mark Warner Service Academy Day 2024
April 20 | NOVA Medical Campus Open House
April 26 | NOVA Application Session in the Career Center for Seniors
12. FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Take the Family Engagement Survey!
- Fairfax County’s Funding of the FCPS Budget
- Literacy Development for Multilingual Learners
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 located on our Woodson website here.
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