Important Dates
- 4/8 - Solar Eclipse (see announcement below)
- 4/10 - Holiday
- 4/17 - Falls Church HS Pyramid Art Show (5:00 pm, see announcement below)
- 4/18 - PTSA Meeting (7:00 pm, Library)
- 5/2-5/5 - A Midsummer Night's Dream (see announcement below)
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Attendance Matters!
3rd Quarter Attendance Report Cards
You should have received the third quarter attendance report card. Please know that the attendance report card is emailed to all parents regardless of the absence status. As a school, we communicate openly with the parents to inform them about their students' attendance.
If you have questions, please get in touch with the deans: Mrs. Martin or Mrs. Rios.
Solar Eclipse on April 8
A solar eclipse is happening on April 8, 2024. It's a rare and exciting astronomical phenomenon and one 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.
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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. 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.
For more details, visit the FCPS Solar Eclipse webpage.
2024 Falls Church HS Pyramid Art Show!
The FCHS PTSA is pleased to support the 2024 FCHS Pyramid art show! This event celebrates K-12 student artists from all pyramid schools (i.e., Camelot ES, Fairhill ES, Graham Road ES, Pine Spring ES, Westlawn ES, Woodburn ES, Mason Crest ES, Luther Jackson MS, Falls Church HS) and highlights the amazing teachers who work with these students.
WHEN & WHERE:
Date: Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: FCHS, 7521 Jaguar Trail, Falls Church, VA 22042, Entrance Door 11 (Main Gym and Gym Lobby)
A complimentary reception will be available in the lobby. Fun activities will accompany the Art Show. We will also offer pizza, water and some candy for sale from the snack bar and in the Gym Lobby.
We hope you will join us for this amazing and unique FCHS pyramid event.
We do need volunteers and donations to make this event a success. If you are able, please sign-up for a volunteer slot and/or shoot us a donation to offset the costs.
Here are a few photos from last year's Pyramid Art Show.
Prom Dress Shop Opens With Hundreds of Dresses
The annual Prom Dress Shop opens for the season on Friday, April 5, at Centreville High School. Any area student — not just those from Fairfax County Public Schools — who do not have the funds to purchase a prom dress may choose from hundreds of new dresses donated by Macy’s.
Learn more and see shop hours.
Register Today for the FCPS Family Summit
Registration is open for the FCPS Family Summit, which will take place on Saturday, April 20, 8:30 a.m.-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 theme — Safe, Supported, and Included — aligns with Goal 2 of FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan.
Senior Trip to HersheyPark
On Monday, June 3, seniors who are signed up to go on the senior trip should meet in the cafeteria at the start of the school day (8:10). The cost of the trip is $75 and students should pay using MySchoolBucks and checking the School Store. At approximately 8:45 am, seniors who have met their financial and academic obligations and have paid $75 to attend HersheyPark will board motor coaches for HersheyPark in Hershey, PA.
Seniors going on the trip should be aware that weather conditions can vary in early June, but tend to be on the warmer side. As a result, students should dress accordingly, which keeping in mind this is a school-sponsored event and FCPS dress code is still applicable.
Seniors will return to Falls Church at approximately 7:00 pm that evening. Students can pick up field trip forms for the senior trip from Dr. Redden-Liotta in Room 181 and in the main office. All forms must be turned in to the main office no later than Friday, April 12.
NOVA Virtual Sessions for Seniors and Their Families
Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is offering virtual information and application sessions. Information sessions will provide an overview of NOVA and the opportunities, services, and resources designed to connect high school seniors to the NOVA Nighthawk Community.
Sessions are open to all FCPS seniors and their families. For questions, email admissions@nvcc.edu or call 703-323-3000.
Jaguar 5k
We will be hosting our 19th Annual Jaguar 5k on Saturday, April 27th and we would love for you and your family and friends to join us!! This is a great community event! Registration is LIVE! Register online at www.jaguar5k.com or on paper (registrations will be in your mailboxes this week).
We are also looking for volunteers, click HERE to sign up or email Bebe Kim at blkim@fcps.edu
Student Bus Passes
Useful Links/Information
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FCPS 23-24 School Year Calendar
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