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Edison High School Weekly
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Important Dates
Edison School Wide Calendar
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 17: Parent University for Rising 12th Grade Parents, 6:30 PM
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
May 30: Edison Sports Physical Night
June 5: Graduation, 7:30 PM, EagleBank Arena at GMU
June 12: Last Day of School
The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar
 Thank you to Ms. Malathy and Ms. D'Souza for presenting to WHG 1 seniors on Indian culture and history
In this Issue:
- Calendar Reminder: Eid Al-Fitr
- Scholastic Contest Winners
- Edison Culinary Students Invite You to Be Their Guest
- Parent University for Rising 12th Graders, 6:30 PM
- New Regs on Meditation and Silent
- IB Exams
- Sports Physicals for 2024-2025, 6:00 PM
- Jump Start for Rising 9th Graders
- FCPS News - In Case You Missed It
- Edison Athletic Boosters
Hello, Edison HS Community,
Man, are we getting hit with the April rain! I know that it will soon lead to beautiful May flowers. This year has really flown by, and I'm amazed by all the hard work and kindness I've seen from everyone this year.
As we head into the final quarter, it's important for all students to come to school every day ready to learn and have fun. This includes our seniors, who might be feeling "senioritis" kick in. (Hint for Senior Parents: There is no such thing as "Senior Skip Day"). Edison HS accreditation is based on our absenteeism rate, which includes excused and unexcused all-day absences. 15 or more absences will cause a student to be chronically absent for the year. Please be mindful of this when scheduling family events and doctor appointments.
Please remember that we won't have school on Wednesday, April 10, because of Eid. It's a special day for many of our friends and their families, and I hope it's a happy time for those who celebrate.
This month, I want to spotlight our librarians—the heart and soul of our literary world. Their commitment to enriching our students' lives through literature and research is truly special. The next time you visit our library, take a moment to thank Sarah Mahan and Melanie Burdett for the doors they open for us every day through books and beyond.
Our Assistant Principals (Mr. Boyd, Dr. Boyd, Ms. Saxton, Mrs. Hagan, Ms. Starkey, Mrs. Bentley, Mrs. Guillen, and Mr. Dombrowski) also deserve a world of thanks. Their leadership, dedication, and care for our school's well-being keep us moving smoothly and toward our goals. Their efforts often happen behind the scenes, but they are the backbone of our school’s success. Let's show them our appreciation for all the hard work they do, day in and day out.
A solar eclipse will occur on April 8, 2024. It's a rare and exciting astronomical phenomenon that requires important safety reminders. Looking directly at the sun, even during an eclipse, can permanently damage your eyes.
Here's what you need to know:
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Don't look at the sun without approved eyewear. This applies to students and staff, and we encourage you to reinforce this at home.
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Regular sunglasses are not good enough. The NASA website has more information about eye safety.
- Eclipse timing:
- The eclipse starts around 2:04 p.m., peaks at 3:20 p.m. (which coincides with dismissal for some students), and ends around 4:32 p.m.
- While this is a rare event, students will not go out during the 8th period to view the eclipse as we do not have special glasses for all students to wear.
- Please remind your child to be especially vigilant about eye safety during dismissal.
- If you have concerns about your child walking or riding the bus home, please arrange for alternative transportation.
Have a great weekend!
Amanda Burke
Principal
 Congratulations to Ms. Engelbrecht for being awarded the Eagle of the Quarter. Thank you for all that you do!
1. 🗓️ Calendar Reminder: Eid al-Fitr (Evening Observance Day, Holiday)
In Islam, Eid-al-Fitr is a three-day festival to mark the end of Ramadan. Tuesday, April 9, is an evening observance day. There is school on this day, but important events will not be held after school. Wednesday, April 10, is an FCPS holiday; all schools and offices will be closed. See the school year calendar.
2. Scholastic Contest Winners
The Scholastic Arts & Writing contest is a highly prestigious contest looking at the work of students in grades 7-12, offering scholarship and recognition to those who exemplify exceptional originality, skill, and personal voice. Select students from Ms. Yoon’s class submitted their short stories written in class, and after a review of 2,300+ submissions, jurors diligently scored submissions in which some of our own Edison students were selected for awards and mentions! Students will attend an award ceremony later this month to recognize their incredible work.
Congratulations to our winners:
- Caitlin Brickley - Honorable Mention
- Justine Olson - Silver Key
- Maggie Chen - Gold Key
 Mrs. Burke and Ms. Saxton hearing from our students on their active physics science fair projects. The students did a great job sharing their work! Thank you to Ms. D'Souza and Ms. Fontana.
3. 🍳 Edison Culinary Students Invite You to Be Their Guest
Did you see the FCPS News You Choose article highlighting all the great things going on in our Culinary Arts Department? Here's what they are saying:
Bistro 1093 is named for the number of patents held by Thomas Edison. It welcomes guests as a pop-up restaurant inside Edison Academy. On most Thursdays between January and May, about 20 diners enjoy Bistro 1093’s three-course lunch. Learn more about what is described as one of the best-kept culinary secrets in Fairfax County.
Bistro Lunch Day is busy! Pictured are Ladies Who Lunch; students preparing take-out orders; student going through orders; and Chef Walden teaching a future chef.
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4. Parent University: April 17, 2024, 6:30 PM, Lecture Hall
This event is for parents of rising 12th-grade students (current 11th graders).
Topics will include:
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- Options for students after high school
- A broad overview of the college application process
- Specific actions students need to take at Edison HS when applying to a 4-year college/university
Parents of 11th-grade students will receive an e-mail from Ms. Cottingham with more information. Please contact Ms. Cottingham if you have any questions.
5. 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. Families are encouraged to contact [the principal/family liaison/their child’s teacher] regarding accommodations. View Regulation 1502. Visit FCPS' Religious Accommodations in Schools for Students webpage for more information.
6. IB Exams 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 IB Testing 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.
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7. Edison Sports Physicals Night Coming!
On Thursday, May 30, Edison will host Sports Physical Night for the 2024-2025 school year. Get it done at school so that it's already on file!
- $50 if you pre-register
- $60 is you walk in
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All proceeds fund the Edison Athletic Training Program; we do not receive funding from FCPS. Sign up at edisonsports.org or scan the QR code above.
8. Jump Start for Rising 9th Graders!
Your student's transition to high school is very important to us! This year we will be offering an optional Jump Start program to our rising 9th grade students. Students will be able to register to attend one of the two-day sessions.
- August 7 from 9:00AM - 1:00 PM
- August 9 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Students will have an opportunity to meet staff members (administrators, counselors, and some teachers), tour the building, get a couple high school tips for success, hear about our many sports/club programs offered, and more. Lunch is included in the program. Transportation will be provided at limited locations.
Save the Date: Registration will open on May 30th and a link will be located on the Edison website for those interested in our Jumpstart program. Please contact please contact Greg Dombrowski: GSDombrowski@fcps.edu for further information.
9. 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:
- Month of the Military Child
- Register for the FCPS Family Summit
- Teaching Real-World Math Skills
- Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
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Assistant Principals Week, April 1-5
Month of the Military Child
National Arab American Heritage Month
Muslim American Heritage Month
School Library Month
Autism Acceptance Month
Mathematics and Statistics Awareness Month
National Poetry Month
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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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