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Upcoming Events
March 16: Mock ACT/SAT at FHS
March 19: PTSA Meeting, 7pm, Career Center
March 20: ANG Meeting, 7pm, Library
March 22: Fashion Marketing Show
March 22: End of 3rd Quarter, Full Day of School
March 25-29: Spring Break, No School, Offices Closed
April 1-2: Student Holidays, Professional Workdays
April 10: Student Holiday: Eid al Fitr (begins sundown 4/9)
April 12: Junior/Senior Prom, 8pm, Sweeney Barn
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Sophomore College Night was a Big Success!
March 15, 2024
Greetings Fairfax Family,
This week was action packed. It feels like "Spring has Sprung" and as the daffodils are blooming in front of the school, the extended daylight and warm weather are welcoming the close of Quarter 3 and Spring Break. This week we recognized Pi Day with a challenging trivia game and contest, we were aware to "BE AWARE" of The Ides of March, and our Student Stakeholder Group educated students around equity and inclusion and asked them to "Join the Movement" and commit to creating a more safe and inclusive school community.
Tuesday evening, we hosted our Sophomore College Planning Night that allowed our 10th grade students and families to begin thinking about the college selection process and admissions process. We also invited our families to join the kickoff of our Edu-Futuro program that educates families on building strong relationships and preparing for college.
Drumroll Please, Fairfax High School achieves Blue Ribbon School status in our music program, AGAIN! Congratulations to our Choir, Band, and Orchestra students and teachers. We are ROARING with PRIDE.
This is the last week of Quarter 3, please take some time review Schoology and check ParentVue and make a plan with your student. Student Appreciation Week is also up next, and we will offer words of gratitude, games, animals, music, snacks, stress relievers and of course FAIRFAX FUN during lunches each day.
Saint Patrick's Day is this weekend, and it reminds US, we are LUCKY TO BE LIONS!
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Thank you for your partnership,
Included in this issue:
Student Spotlight:
Fairfax Lions Need to Know:
- Calendar Reminders: End of 3rd Quarter, Spring Break, Good Friday, Easter, Ramadan
- Please take the Family Engagement Survey!
- Edu-Futuro, Free Parenting Classes en Español
- FHS Learning Lounge
- Opioid Conversation
- Immunization Clinics
- FCPS Budget
Fairfax Lions Nice to Know:
- Junior/Senior Prom Info
- Academic Advising/Course Selection Reminders
- Inclusion Award Nominations now Open
- Mock SAT and ACT, March 16 @ FHS
- Grad Yard Signs on Sale Now!
- Fairfax Athletic Boosters Golf Tournament, May 20
- FHS Softball Fundraiser
- Connect - Contact - Reach Us
Fairfax HS PTSA
- PTSA Meeting
- Nominating Committee
- ANG Tickets now on Sale!
- PTSA Membership
Winter Guard Competition Results
 Photo courtesy of parent Kazumi Keener
Congrats to our Winter Guard ensemble! They placed 1st at the Potomac HS competition on March 2nd AND the Sherando HS competition on March 9th. Both competitions are part of the Atlantic Indoor Association and the guard competed in the CGSRA2 Division. Well done, LIONS!
Calendar Reminders: End of 3rd Quarter, Spring Break, Good Friday, Easter, Ramadan
3rd Quarter Ends
3rd Quarter ends on Friday, March 22. Please note that this is a FULL day of school for Fairfax HS, and not an early release.
Spring Break🌷
March 25-29 is spring break. Schools and school offices will be closed. We wish our students and teachers a happy and restful Spring Break!
See the complete school year calendar.
Good Friday, March 29
Good Friday, the Friday before Easter, is the day on which Christians annually observe the commemoration of the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ. This year, Good Friday falls on March 29. Good Friday is a day of mourning. During special Good Friday services Christians meditate on Jesus's suffering and death on the cross, and what this means for their faith. Read more at Britannica.com.
This year's Good Friday artwork was created by Chantilly High School student Summer S. #OurFCPSSummer’s artwork was designed as part of the FCPS Observance Design Challenge for Students. Learn more about the challenge: https://bit.ly/47oHw2j.
Easter, March 31
A joyful Easter to all in our community who celebrate! This year's Easter artwork was created by Falls Church High School student Dayanara M. The springtime celebration of Easter is the most important Christian holiday. It commemorates the resurrection of Jesus, who sacrificed so that Christians may have life with God after death. #OurFCPSThis artwork was designed as part of the FCPS Observance Design Challenge for Students. Learn more about Easter at NatGeo Kids.
Ramadan: Sundown, March 10 - April 9.
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The Library and Hallway 23 spaces are designated areas within our school. Students can engage in prayer, meditation, or silent reflection, inclusive of their religious or non-religious beliefs. Parents/caregivers must provide written permission for students requesting to miss instructional time on a regular basis, permission slips and passes will be provided. |
✅ Take the Family Engagement Survey!
The Fairfax HS Family Engagement Center has already had a huge impact on our school community. In order to continue providing the best possible services, please consider completing the FCPS Family Engagement Survey. Your feedback is critical in helping to inform and improve FCPS practices and specifically, Fairfax High School, to best support our students.
The survey is available in 10 languages. Parents/caregivers may stop by the Family Resource Center (right next to the FHS main office) to fill out a paper survey, or you can complete the survey online by using this survey link. Get more information on the Family Engagement Survey webpage.
Questions, please reach out to our Family Liaisons. Thank you for your support!
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Ana Bauserman
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Hala Shafik
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Programa Gratuito en Español
 El martes pasado, el Centro de Participación Familiar inició las clases para padres. Participaron veintiocho familias. Estas clases gratuitas enseñan formas positivas y efectivas en que los padres pueden interactuar con sus hijos en todas las edades y etapas de desarrollo.
Los padres también tendrán la oportunidad de aprender sobre admisiones universitarias y ayuda financiera. https://edu-futuro.org/
Last Tuesday The Family Engagement Center started Parenting Classes. Twenty eight families participated. These free classes teach positive and effective ways parents can interact with their children at every age and stage of development. Parents also will have the opportunity to learn about College Admissions and Financial Aid. All classes are in Spanish.
https://edu-futuro.org/
Questions, contact Family Liaison, Ana Bauserman, adbauserman@fcps.edu, 703-219-2272.
FHS Learning Lounge
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Did you know? Students can get after-school help during the Learning Lounge on Wednesdays and Thursdays (late bus days). After dismissal, students should sign in with Mr. Friedman in room A101, and he will connect students with a content specialist in that subject. |
Opioid Conversation
Join a Conversation on Fentanyl and Other Drugs
A community conversation on the opioid crisis in Northern Virginia will be held Monday, March 18, 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.
Immunization Clinics
🩹 Measles Is Preventable
Measles is making headlines as the number of cases nationwide has topped 40, with three confirmed cases in people living in or traveling through the National Capital Region.
The good news is that measles is preventable through vaccination! Vaccines help teach the immune system how to defend against germs, helping to build up natural defenses. Give your child the best protection against measles with two doses of the Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) vaccine. Visit the Fairfax County Health Department website to find out more about measles.
Extended Hours at Immunization Clinics
To help parents/caregivers obtain vaccinations for their children, the Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) will offer immunization clinics with extended hours:
Parents/caregivers should make an appointment but a limited number of walk-ins will be accepted. Please call 703-246-7100 to schedule an appointment.
Learn more about vaccinating your child and find community resources to support their health and well-being.
Note: All students enrolling in public and private schools in Virginia are required to be adequately immunized per the Code of Virginia.
Fairfax County's Funding of the FCPS Budget
The average amount of funds transferred from Fairfax County to FCPS was 52.6% of county disbursements from fiscal years (FY) 2019-2023. It dipped to 51.6% in FY 2024. The County’s budget proposal for next year would transfer 51.4% of total disbursements.
If the county were to return to transferring 52.6% to FCPS for the upcoming year, that would equate to $63 million more to invest in excellence.
Learn more about the FCPS FY 2025 Advertised Budget. Give your feedback on the County budget.
Fairfax Lions Nice to Know:
Junior/Senior Prom, April 12, Sweeney Barn
JUNIOR/SENIOR PROM 2024
FRIDAY, APRIL 12, 8PM
SWEENEY BARN Manassas, VA
- Tickets are on sale now through MySchoolBucks (MSB)
- Cost:
- March 14 - April 2: $75
- April 3 - April 11: $85
- ONLY 400 TICKETS WILL BE SOLD
- NO TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AT THE DOOR
PLEASE READ THESE IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS:
- ALL student obligations MUST be paid before you attend prom. Lists are available in Sub School 1&2, (student alpha A-K), room A114, or Sub School 3&4 (student alpha L-Z), room D127; OR you may log into www.myschoolbucks.com and check your INVOICES folder.
- Students receiving Free or Reduced benefits will receive an email, through their school email, with special pricing and directions.
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Guest from another school? Guest forms are available in the sub schools, A114 or D127. Forms must be filled out and returned to the sub school for approval within TWO days of purchasing a ticket. The last day to submit a guest form is April 5, 2024.
Tickets will go on sale March 14, 2024 in the school store through MySchoolBucks.com
Student Services Reminders!
Final reminders for Academic Advising/Course Selection for 2024-2025:
- You can review your Course Requests in your StudentVUE account (under the 'Course Requests' tab). After you meet with your counselor, your course requests will be locked and any changes you want to make need to be requested through your counselor. No changes to course requests after June 7.
- Interested in a summer class? FCPS Summer School Information, including the self-directed Econ/Personal Finance class, is available here. You can research program dates, requirements, costs, and access registration information.
- If you are taking an Online Campus class and/or Dual Enrollment class, be sure to complete those additional registration steps reviewed with you by your counselor. Dual Enrollment registration steps must be completed no later than Friday, March 22.
Inclusion Award
🏅 Nominations Open for First Class Award for Inclusion
The Advisory Committee for Students with Disabilities (ACSD) is seeking nominations for the First Class Awards. The awards are presented annually to educators, administrators, and students who support, design, and/or implement inclusion activities that result in positive outcomes for students. The ACSD will recognize award winners at the Family Summit on Saturday, April 20.
Nominate an individual who has made an exceptional contribution to inclusive practices in Fairfax County Public Schools by Friday, March 22. Email SpecialEdConf@fcps.edu with questions.
Mock SAT and ACT, Saturday, March 16 @ FHS
On Saturday, March 16, 2024, the FHS Academic Boosters will partner with Applerouth Tutoring to offer the Mock SAT (digital format) and the Mock ACT (paper format) exams.
This is a perfect opportunity for students who haven’t started their testing to become familiar with the format in a stress-free environment at FHS for only $25. Students will receive detailed score reports to help them determine which areas they need to study.
Mock (digital) SAT registration (limited to 75)
Test Time: Saturday, March 16th, 9:15 am – 12:00 noon
Students must be from FHS and bring a fully charged FCPS Computer
https://applerouth.onecanoe.com/registration/create/?event_code=PSS843EE
Mock (paper) ACT registration (limited to 50)
Test Time: Saturday, March 16th, 9:00 am – 12:30pm
https://applerouth.onecanoe.com/registration/create/?event_code=PAS843ED
Questions: Academicboosters@fairfaxptsa.org
Graduation Yard Signs Now on Sale!
Purchase a graduation yard sign that will recognize your graduate and inform the community of their accomplishment. Each sign is an 18” x 24” yard sign and individually customized with the graduate’s name. The price is $25 per sign.
The Graduate Yard Signs are available now on PTSA’s MemberHub online store: https://fairfaxhs.memberhub.com/store
Would you like to buy your yard signs and make a donation to the All Night Graduation Celebration to help our Seniors celebrate SAFELY? There are several packages to choose from in the PTSA MemberHub online store.
The sign will be placed (by the All Night Grad Committee) outside FHS along Lion Run on Graduation Day. You can also buy additional signs to place in yards and windows.
Golf Tournament May 20, Registration OPEN!
ATHLETIC BOOSTER FUNDRAISER
REGISTER OR BECOME A SPONSOR NOW!
11th Annual Athletic Boosters Fundraiser Golf Tournament
Sign up to join us on Monday, May 20th and/or s be one of our valuable sponsors to help support all of our FHS athletic teams and student athletes. Open to all families, friends and community members! Visit us at FHSboostersfundraiser.com.
For questions contact fhsboostergolftour@gmail.com.
FHS Softball Fundraiser
FHS Softball is selling Flowers, Vegetables, Herbs, hanging baskets and flower bowls this spring as a fundraiser! More pictures and the order form can be found here: Softball Fundraiser 2024.pdf.
Orders and payments are due by April 1 and your items will be delivered to you sometime between 5/13-5/24. Orders can be placed at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z6WKFQN or email Annie Clark at Amonastero@aol.com for more information.
Thank you for your support!
throughout the year:
Fairfax HS PTSA
Table of Contents:
- PTSA Meeting
- Nominating Committee
- ANG Tickets now on Sale!
- PTSA Membership
PTSA Meeting, March 19, 7pm, Career Center
Please join us Tuesday March 19 @7pm in the FHS College and Career Center for our monthly PTSA meeting. We’ll start with a presentation from Ms. Kim on the Career Center, its resources and her role as our College and Career Center Specialist. Stay for updates about what is happening around the school. All parents are invited!
PTSA Nominating Committee
We are looking to create a nominating committee of three who will work together during the months of March and April to nominate eligible volunteers for the 2024-2025 PTSA Executive Board. Our goal is to have the board reflect the diversity of our school community and classrooms. We will have a list of potential openings soon and we need a nominating committee to pull it all together. If you can help please contact PTSA President, Maria Array, at president@fairfaxptsa.org.
ANG Tickets on Sale NOW!
All Night Grad Party Update ~ Tickets on Sale Now
Tickets for the All Night Graduation Party are on sale now. Our early bird price for a ticket is $45. This price will be in effect until Spring Break. Tickets may be purchased online through the PTSA.
Buy tickets here: https://fairfaxhs.memberhub.com/store/items/995293
Free and reduced ticket order forms will be available to eligible students through the FHS front office.
The All Night Graduation Party will be held on the night of June 4. We have a great party planned for our graduates at the St. James sports complex that will include Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer, a Casino, DK/Karaoke, Golf Simulators, Airbrush Tattoo Artists, Carnival Games, Food, Prizes and the Super Awesome Amazing Room!
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Get your tickets now and have your graduate join us for the All Night Graduation Party, only $45. The price will go up after Spring Break! |
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.
Next Meeting: March 20, 2024
Our next Committee Meeting is on March 20, 7:00 pm, at FHS in the FHS Library (upstairs). We have several fundraising activities coming up where we will need parent volunteers and support. We also will be looking for parent volunteers to help at the party on graduation night, June 4.
We encourage people to join us in person, but if that is not possible, we will be live streaming on Zoom:
Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81199262921
Meeting ID: 811 9926 2921
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!
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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