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Edison High School Weekly
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Important Dates
Edison School Wide Calendar
March 22: End of Third Quarter (no early release)
March 25-29: Spring Break; building closed
April 1-2: Student Holidays
April 10: Eid al Fitr Student Holiday
April 13: Athletic Booster Flea Market, 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM, parking lot
April 16: PTSA Meeting, 7 pm in the Library
April 25: IB Exams Begin
April 27: Athletic Booster Flea Market, 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM, parking lot
May 11: Athletic Booster Flea Market, 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM, parking lot
May 18: Senior Prom
May 27: Memorial Day Holiday
June 5: Graduation, 7:30 PM, EagleBank Arena at GMU
June 12: Last Day of School
The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar
In this Issue:
- Neurodiversity Affirmation Week
- New Athletic Opportunities for Students
- New Regulation on Meditation and Silent Reflection Spaces
- Updated COVID Recommendations
- Student Parking Issues
- Reminders from the PTSA
- FCPS News - In Case You Missed It
- We Celebrate in March
- Edison Athletic Boosters
Hello, Edison HS Community,
As we approach the end of another busy week, I want to connect with all of you, share some important updates, and extend my warmest wishes for the upcoming Spring Break.
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Spring Break Reminder: I hope you are as excited as I am about Spring Break. It's a well-deserved respite for our students, teachers, and staff, allowing everyone to recharge and spend quality time with family and friends. Let's all make the most of this break and return refreshed for the final leg of the academic year.
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School Office Closure: Please remember that the school offices will be closed during the break. This means any school-related queries or paperwork will need to wait until we return. I encourage you to plan accordingly and address any immediate needs you may have before the break starts.
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Student Holidays: This is a quick reminder that Monday and Tuesday following Spring Break are designated student holidays. Classes will resume on Wednesday, April 3, so please enjoy the extended break and return ready to dive back into your studies.
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Staff Appreciation Week: Looking ahead, the first week of May is Staff Appreciation Week. Our staff have been the backbone of our school's success, showing incredible dedication and making significant impacts on our students' lives. We are planning to celebrate them in a special way and would love for you to be a part of it. First, we are collecting positive impact wishes in our Thank a Staff Member. Please take a few minutes and give some shout-outs to the staff member who has impacted your or your child’s time here at Edison. We are collecting gift cards to distribute at various times throughout the week. If you wish to celebrate our staff and show your gratitude, please bring your gift cards to the main office upon our return.
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Fourth Quarter - The Final Stretch: When we return from break, we will be entering the 4th quarter - the final stretch of the academic year. It's a crucial time, and I encourage all students to stay focused, work hard, and finish strong. Let's make this last quarter the best one yet!
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April - Month of the Military Child April is designated as the Month of the Military Child, a time to recognize and honor the contributions and sacrifices of military families, specifically the resilience of our military-connected students. We will be celebrating during the week of April 15th with various activities planned to show our support and appreciation.
In closing, I wish each and every one of you a safe, enjoyable, and rejuvenating Spring Break. Take this time to relax, have fun, and make memories with your loved ones. We look forward to seeing you back after the break!
Amanda Burke
Principal
1. Neurodiversity Affirmation Week
This week, and for the first time, FCPS is celebrating Neurodiversity Affirmation Week. It's a time to recognize, appreciate, and honor the diverse neurological differences that exist among us, including those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other neurological variations. Our goal is to foster an inclusive environment that values all student’s unique learning styles and strengths, understanding that diversity is not just about the ways in which we differ, but also about embracing these differences to make our community stronger and more vibrant.
2. 🏐 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.
3. New Regulation on Meditation and Silent Reflection Spaces
FCPS has developed Regulation 1502 to ensure all students and staff have reasonable accommodation and access to meditation and silent reflection spaces within the school division. The regulation provides guidance for schools on how to manage requests for silent reflection during instructional and non-instructional time, and for students to leave school for religious activities.
These spaces are for individuals to 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. View Regulation 1502. Visit FCPS' Guidelines for Religious Activities webpage for more information.
4. 🤧 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.
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5. IB Exam Testing Information
From April 25th to May 17th, Edison High School’s juniors and seniors enrolled in a culminating IB course will complete their IB exams. IB exam schedules will be sent to each student’s FCPSSCHOOLS.NET email addresses with the start times and locations of their exam.
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Students must arrive on time for their designated exam sessions as there are no makeups. Parents/Guardians can access the IB testing calendar at https://www.ibo.org/programmes/diploma-programme/assessment-and-exams/exam-schedule/. Please note that our exams will begin at 8:10 AM for morning sessions and noon for afternoon sessions. If a student has a question about their exam schedule for a specific course, they should contact their course teacher; if they have a question about examination procedures, they should contact Ms. Devers at sddevers@fcps.edu.
If any parents, guardians, or alumni are interested in volunteering during IB exams, they should contact Ms. Devers at sddevers@fcps.edu to schedule a time slot. Assistance is most needed on May 9, 10 and 13.
6. Student Parking Issues
As many parents and guardians are aware, FCPS requires a parking pass for students who drive to school. We are in the unfortunate position of not having enough spaces for cars driven by students; as a result, many students park in our surrounding neighborhoods.
We receive calls daily from our neighbors who are unhappy that students park on their streets. This week, the Wellington Commons townhouse community (across Franconia Road) let us know that they will start having cars towed if they are illegally parked in their spaces. Many of their residents work from home; just because there is a spot open in the morning does not mean the owner of the parking spot is not returning. Please urge your student to respect the owner's right to their numbered spots and to find legal parking elsewhere.
7. Reminders from the PTSA
Place Your Mulch Order by March 30!
Pick up or delivery on Saturday April 6, 2024. Order now! Only $6 per bag!
There will be limited mulch available for purchase onsite, the day of the event.
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If you pre-order mulch, it will be delivered or available for pick up depending on the option you selected.
Double Shredded Brown Hardwood Mulch - $6.00/bag (3 cu ft)
- Pick up or Delivery: Saturday, April 6, 2024
- 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
To order and pay by check:
Bidding is Live for the PTSA Auction Fundraiser!
What a GREAT start to the week!! The first days of our online auction have been a huge success. The bidding on the Graduation Reserved Premium Seating and the Therapeutic Massage is really heating up! We may have added a few more items, so be sure to check here Auction to see what those are!
8. FCPS News - In Case You Missed It
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Updated COVID Recommendations
- April Webinars and Events for Families
- Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
- National Women's History Month
- Equity in Education Month
- School Library Month
- End of 3rd Quarter
- Spring Break
- Eid al-Fitr
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10. Edison Athletic Boosters
 Building A Legacy, One Brick at a Time
Consider making your Student-Athlete, Senior, or loved one's legacy permanent at Edison High School by purchasing a brick to be placed at Luther W. Fennell Field (located within Edison Stadium). These bricks can be purchased for $40 each and can include up to four lines of personalized text, as well as an icon. Please note that orders placed now will be installed in June 2024. If you have any questions, please email us at: brickfundraiser@edisonboosters.org
Click the link to purchase a brick: Brick
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