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Edison High School Weekly
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In this Issue:
- Jump Start for Rising 9th Graders
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Family Summit Designed to Enhance Safety, Security, and Inclusion
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No-Cost Mental Health Teletherapy for All High School Students
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School Health Services Satisfaction Survey
- 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
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Postsecondary Education and Employment Options
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Mental Health in Childhood
- FCPS News - In Case You Missed It
- Edison Athletic Boosters
Important Dates
Edison School Wide Calendar
April 13: Athletic Booster Flea Market, 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM, parking lot
April 15: National Honor Society Induction, 6 pm, Auditorium
April 17: Parent University for Rising 12th Grade Parents, 6:30 PM
April 19: DECA Volleyball Classic, 7 pm, Main Gym
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
A Message From Mrs. Burke
Hello, Edison HS Community,
I am thrilled to share some highlights and upcoming events that continue to make our community the best in Fairfax.
Firstly, I want to express how wonderful it was to see our students at last night's JROTC Military Ball. The event was a beautiful celebration, and it was truly inspiring to witness our students in their formal attire, showcasing the discipline and camaraderie that the JROTC program fosters.
Upcoming Events and Announcements:
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Purple Up Day: As many of you know, April is the Month of the Military Child. This special recognition is a time to honor the resilience and strength of children of military families. We acknowledge the unique challenges they face due to deployments and relocations, and we celebrate their ability to adapt and thrive. To show our support, Edison High School will participate in Purple Up Day on April 17th. Everyone is encouraged to wear purple on this day as a visible way to show support and thank military children for their strength and sacrifices.
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Autism Acceptance Month: April is Autism Acceptance Month, and we continue to promote acceptance and celebrate the diverse talents and abilities of all our students. Notably, according to the CDC, one in 44 children in the United States is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. This emphasizes the importance of fostering inclusivity in our school environment. Here at Edison, we recognize the significance of embracing neurodiversity, acknowledging that each student, including those diagnosed with autism, brings a valuable array of talents and strengths to our community. They enrich our collective experience and remind us of the beauty and richness found in our differences.
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Pep Rally Next Week: Looking ahead, we have our pep rally scheduled for next week on Friday! This event is a fantastic way to boost school spirit and get everyone pumped for the upcoming sports matches and school activities. Let's make this pep rally one to remember!
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Monday- Represent a College/University
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Tuesday- Tropical Wear
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Wednesday- Purple Out
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Thursday- Royalty
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Friday- Class Colors – 9th White, 10th Black, 11th Blue, 12th Red
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Rising 9th Grade Jump Start Program: We are excited to welcome our future freshmen this August. Please see the attached flyer for more information about our Jump Start program designed to help incoming ninth graders transition smoothly into high school life.
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Teacher Appreciation Week – First Week of May: Our teachers make a profound impact on our students' lives daily. Please take a moment to thank a teacher by filling out our Google Form with your kind words. Your appreciation means a lot to them, and this is a wonderful opportunity to express how much we value their hard work and dedication.
Amanda Burke
Principal
 Celebrating our cadets at the JROTC Military Ball
1. 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.
GET A FREE PROM DRESS!
Princess for A Night (PFAN) is a project in which beautiful prom dresses, shoes, handbags, and jewelry are collected from stores and women in the community and given to high school students for free. All students from any school are welcome at this event.
PFAN will take place at Edison HS in Girls Team Locker room across from weight room inside entrance 6 on the following dates:
Friday, April 12th 3-6pm
Thursday, April 18th 3-5pm
Monday, April 22nd 3-5pm
Thursday, April 26th 3-6pm
Donations of shoes, handbags, jewelry and clean dresses will be accepted during the event. Please contact Ginger White Robertson at vlwhite@fcps.edu with any questions.
2. Family Summit Designed to Enhance Safety, Security, and Inclusion
The FCPS Family Summit 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 raising resilient, independent children; forming meaningful connections with children; addressing big emotions; and the dangers of opioids and fentanyl. Participants may also join online sessions, which will provide supports for students with disabilities and their families.
Visit the Family Summit webpage to learn about the guest speakers and to register for the event. The theme — Safe, Supported, and Included — aligns with Goal 2 of FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan.
3. 💻 No-Cost Mental Health Teletherapy for All High School Students
Is your high schooler experiencing anxiety, behavior changes, or challenges with peer and family relationships? If so, parents/caregivers can refer their children for weekly therapy with a licensed therapist through Hazel Health. Visit the Teletherapy webpage for information on how to opt your child into this service.
4.✅ School Health Services Satisfaction Survey
The Fairfax County Health Department and FCPS School Health Services invite parents/caregivers to participate in a survey on the level of satisfaction with support provided to your school community by School Health Services. The survey takes about five minutes to complete and is open until Friday, April 26. Your feedback can help to improve school health services.
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5. 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.
6. 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.
7. 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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8. 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.
9. 🎓 Postsecondary Education and Employment Options
FCPS’ Career and Transition Services will host Flash Forward, to provide students with disabilities seeking a standard or advanced diploma and their families an introduction to options available after high school.
Flash Forward will be held Thursday, April 25, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Annandale High School, in the cafeteria. Register online. Representatives from adult education, employment, and community programs (college, military, apprenticeship, trade school, gap year, and employment) will be on site to share information about their services.
10. Mental Health in Childhood
Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are associated with children’s physical and mental health. Mental health disorders such as ADHD and anxiety are the most commonly diagnosed in children, which commonly occurs together. Anxiety are feelings of worry, apprehension or dread that something bad is going to happen. Children diagnosed with ADHD may have trouble paying attention, controlling impulsive behaviors, or be overly active. Early diagnosis and appropriate services for children and their families can make a difference in the lives of children with mental health disorders.
Anxiety related triggers are lonely and frightening emotional responses related to situations, persons, places or objects. Today’s sources of stress for our students include: increased coursework and graduation requirements, extracurricular activities, household responsibilities, and social media. Social media has been a great way to increase connection and communication, but for our young people it contributes to shorter attention spans and information overload. Signs of anxiety include appearing worried, irritable or nervous, restlessness, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, along with physical symptoms such as sleeping problems, headaches, and stomach aches. It is understandable for a parent to be worried because figuring out what to do is hard. Here are five simple ways to respond to teens with anxiety:
- Recognize warning signs.
- Guide your child to take a few deep breaths to slow things down.
- Make sure your child understands you are available if they need to talk.
- Acknowledge your child’s feelings and avoid downplaying situations or issues.
- Help them come up with ways to deal with the situation next time.
For general questions about the FCPS Substance Abuse Prevention Program, please contact the Office of Student Safety & Wellness at: 571.423.4270.
Sources & Resources
The Anxiety Toolkit for Teens
Talk, They Hear You
Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences
11. 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:
- School Health Services Satisfaction Survey
- Webinars and Events for Families
- FCPS Is One of the Best Communities for Music Education
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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12. 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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