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Upcoming Events
March 22: End of 3rd Quarter
March 25-29: Spring Break, Schools and Offices Closed
April 1-2: Student Holidays, Professional Workdays
April 4: Fairfax Sports and Family Night
April 10: Student Holiday: Eid al Fitr (begins sundown 4/9)
April 12: Junior/Senior Prom, 8pm, Sweeney Barn
April 13: ACT test @ FHS
April 17: Pyramid Art Show
April 18-20, 25-27: FX Players Presents Anastasia
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We Appreciate our Students!
March 22, 2024
Happy Friday Fairfax Family,
Today we ended a SUPER Student Appreciation Week and welcome a much-needed Spring Break. This week has been delightful as we gave over 2000 positive affirmations to students, had a MAJOR SNACK ATTACK SCHOOLWIDE, provided stress relieving fidgets, hugged horses and calmed with the llamas, played minute to win it games, and heard from staff and our community what they appreciate most about our LIONS. It was PAWSome. I even had the pleasure of hopping over to Daniel's Run and participating in a MAJOR Morning Meeting with the Dragons, this lion was disguised as a bunny, but we all ROARed.
Our Fashion Marketing students created a show that ROCKED and ROARED through genres of music. The Portrait of a Graduate skills these students used around communication, collaboration, and creativity were top notch. The students planned the show, built sets, designed scenes, connected with vendors for clothing rentals, and executed a flawless and fierce fashion frenzy. It was amazing to celebrate each student's role from stage to behind the scenes. Our student audience was entertained and inspired.
Spring Break is here. It may be chilly, but the daffodils are blooming, the days are longer, and the sun is shining. I hope you take some time to rest, refresh, and always ROAR!
Have a wonderful break. Thank you for your partnership,
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A Reminder that FCPS Schools and School Offices will be closed during Spring Break, March 25-29.
April 1-2 are Student Holidays/Teacher Work Days, and the FHS Main Office will be open 7:30am-4pm.
The next Principal's Desk newsletter will be sent on Friday, April 5. Have a great Spring Break!
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Included in this issue:
Fairfax Lions Need to Know:
- Calendar Reminders: End of 3rd Quarter, Spring Break, Arab American Heritage Month, Good Friday, Easter, Ramadan
- Edu-Futuro: Free Parenting Classes en Español
- New Athletic Opportunities for Students
- Updated COVID Recommendations for FCPS
Fairfax Lions Nice to Know:
- Fairfax Sports and Family Night
- FCPS Family Summit 2024
- Junior/Senior Prom, April 12, Sweeney Barn
- Academic Advising/Course Selection Reminders
- Jostens Graduation Order info
- Grad Yard Signs on Sale Now!
- Fairfax Athletic Boosters Golf Tournament, May 20
- FHS Softball Fundraiser
- Connect - Contact - Reach Us
Fairfax HS PTSA
- Nominating Committee
- ANG Tickets now on Sale!
- PTSA Membership
Calendar Reminders: End of 3rd Quarter, Spring Break, Arab American Heritage Month, Good Friday, Easter, Ramadan
Spring Break🌷
3rd Quarter ends on Friday, March 22. Spring break is March 25-29. Schools and school offices will be closed. We wish our students and staff a happy and restful Spring Break!
See the complete school year calendar.
April is National Arab American Heritage Month
FCPS is proud to celebrate National Arab American Heritage Month in April. This special month provides an opportunity to recognize the history and valuable contributions of Arab Americans. Arab Americans have ancestry in one of the world’s 22 Arab nations, which are located from northern Africa through western Asia. The people of these nations are ethnically, politically, and religiously diverse but share a common cultural and linguistic heritage. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.
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 are available in Student Services. |
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.
🏐 New Athletic Opportunities for Students
The FCPS advertised budget for next school year expands high school athletics with boys volleyball and girls wrestling, giving students more ways to nurture their passion and enhance their well-being. FCPS is now in the middle of the annual budget process, which includes opportunities for you to give feedback. See the Budget Calendar for details.
Learn more about the FCPS FY 2025 Advertised Budget.
🤧 Updated COVID Recommendations
In accordance with the updated Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) respiratory virus guidance, FCPS and the Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) have updated school COVID-19 recommendations.
The COVID-19 isolation period of five days is no longer recommended.
New respiratory virus guidance applies to respiratory viral illnesses, including COVID-19, influenza, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Students who have symptoms of, test positive for, or have been diagnosed with a respiratory virus may return to school when the student is fever-free for 24 hours without fever reducing medication; AND the student’s symptoms have improved or resolved.
Students should follow additional precautions as outlined per the CDC upon resumption of normal activities.
Should I Send My Child to School?
Please refer to the chart on this attendance webpage if your child is experiencing symptoms or illnesses, and you are unsure if they should go to school.
Thank you for helping keep our students and staff healthy.
Fairfax Lions Nice to Know:
Fairfax Sports and Family Night
Hey, Fairfax! Come by next week for our Fairfax Sports and Family Night!
Kids get in free to our games next week if they are wearing their FPYC or Little League jersey and are with a paying adult.
Come on out on Thursday, April 4th - Baseball @ 6:30, Softball @ 6:30, Soccer @ 7:15. See you there!
FCPS Family Summit 2024
Safe, Supported, and Included — the FCPS Family Summit 2024
The FCPS Family Summit will take place on Saturday, April 20, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Marshall High School. The conference will cover topics that are helpful for all families, such as social-emotional resources, along with a specially curated online component to provide supports for students with disabilities and their families.
Some of the topics include raising resilient, independent children; forming meaningful connections with children; addressing big emotions; and the dangers of opioids and fentanyl. The conference is being planned by several FCPS offices in collaboration with the Fairfax Alliance of Black School Educators, Black Women’s Educational Alliance - DC Chapter, Hispanic Educators Association, and Asian Educators Association.
This year’s theme is Safe, Supported, and Included, which aligns with Goal 2 of the FCPS Strategic Plan. More details will be available after spring break.
Junior/Senior Prom, April 12, Sweeney Barn
JUNIOR/SENIOR PROM 2024
FRIDAY, APRIL 12, 8PM
SWEENEY BARN Manassas, VA
IMPORTANT UPDATES:
To accommodate students who would like to buy a ticket by cash or check, Prom tickets will be available for sale, for $75, during all lunches on April 3rd.
Payment through MySchoolBucks will still be available during this time.
Ticket prices will go up to $85 on April 4th.
PROM Ticket Sales Timeline:
March 14 - April 3: $75
April 4 - April 11: $85
ONLY 400 TICKETS WILL BE SOLD
NO TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AT THE DOOR
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS:
- All student obligations must be paid before/when you purchase a prom ticket. Obligations lists are available in the subschools, A114 and D127, or you may log into www.myschoolbucks.com and check your INVOICES folder.
- Students receiving free or reduced benefits please check your school email for more information, if you have not already done so.
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Bringing a 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.
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.
Graduation Announcements, Cards and Rings
 Senior Families ~ There is still time to order CUSTOM Graduation Announcements, Name Cards, and Class Rings. We are heading into the home stretch! Use Promo Code SENIORGIFT75 at Checkout for Senior Rings.
To shop and order, visit: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1120029/Fairfax-High-School/
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!
Order and payments are due by April 1st and flowers will be delivered directly to the address provided with your order between 5/13 - 5/24.
Orders can be placed at https://fairfaxhighsports.org/page/5542.
Questions can be directed to Annie Clark at Amonastero@aol.com
Thank you for your support.
throughout the year:
Fairfax HS PTSA
Table of Contents:
- Nominating Committee
- ANG Tickets now on Sale!
- PTSA Membership
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.
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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