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Woodson Weekly -
April 19
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Woodson Weekly is published every Friday to provide the community with important information about school life at Woodson High School.
Mission Statement
Woodson High School’s mission is to empower our community to reach their individual potential by creating a healthy environment of mutual respect, responsibility, equity, and inclusion.
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Woodson Weekly!
Important Upcoming Dates
Saturday, April 20th, 10am-5pm - Annual Woodson Football Mattress Fundraiser
Wednesday, April 24th - Woodson Key Club & INOVA Blood Drive
Friday, May 3rd - Orthodox Good Friday; Teacher Work Day, No School for Students
Saturday, May 11th - Class of 2024 Prom, Westwood Country Club
Saturday, May 18th, 8:30am - Woodson 5K
Saturday, May 18th, 2pm-4am - Relay for Life
Saturday, May 18th, 8:30am - 14th Annual Woodson 5k Community Walk/Run
Monday, May 27th - Memorial Day; Schools and Offices Closed
Tuesday, May 28th 7:30pm - Guiding the College-Bound Athlete Seminar
Friday, May 31st - Last Day of School for Seniors
Thursday, June 6th, 2pm - Class of 2024 Graduation, EagleBank Arena
Monday, June 10th - Sports Physical Night
Wednesday, June 12th - Last Day of School for Underclass; Early Release
Woodson's Events & Activities Calendar
FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar
FCPS 2024-25 School Year Calendar
In this Issue
1. Message from Mr. Greata
2. 3rd Quarter Report Cards
3. Month of the Military Child
4. Woodson Key Club & INOVA Blood Drive
5. Spring 2024 SOL Testing
6. Prom and Feeder School Grad Walks
7. Woodson 5K and Relay for Life
8. WTW Drama Presents the Musical 1776
9. Woodson Sports Physical Night - June 10th
10. FAFSA Help
11. College and Career Center
12. Spring 2024 Advanced Placement (AP) Testing Attendance
13. PTSO Information
14. FCPS News
1. Message from Mr. Greata
Good Afternoon Woodson,
It has been an amazing week at Woodson and I am excited to share with you the recent accomplishments and upcoming opportunities within our vibrant school community.
This past week, our students displayed exceptional talent and creativity at the Pyramid Art Show and the Senior/AP Art Show. I was truly impressed by the variety and depth of the artwork presented. Each exhibition was unique and demonstrated the individual expressiveness and perspectives of our amazing student artists. Additionally, our band, orchestra, chorus, and guitar students broadened their horizons on their trip to New York City, where they received world-class instruction and visited significant cultural sites, including the 911 Memorial and Times Square.
Our College Partnership Program students recently visited St. Mary’s College of Maryland, gaining valuable insights into college life and opportunities. College Partnership Program is a countywide enrichment program that supports students as they explore, apply to, and enroll in college. This trip is just one of the many ways we support our students in their journey to higher education. Thank you Eileen Oviatt, Bryce Benson, Katherine Stransky, and Megan Howard for planning and supporting this trip.
We want to express our heartfelt gratitude to all who contribute to the success of our school. Next Wednesday we will be celebrating our administrative staff in the front office, student services, and CSS program, on Administrative Professionals Day. They deserve a special mention for their unwavering support of our school community. They set the welcoming tone at our school and are always ready to assist anyone, anytime.
We were also honored to thank our military families at this month’s breakfast, highlighting the strength their community brings to our community. Events like these serve as a testament to the resilience and commitment that run deep within our school community. Thank you to our Military Family and Life Counselor Alaina Anderson, DSS Josh Peters, Admin Assistant Debbie Glover, Counselors Adrienne Wood and Lizzie Walter for organizing this event. And thank you to everyone that put on purple this past Wednesday to show support for these cherished families.
There are lots of ways to get involved at Woodson next week, including our INOVA blood drive, PTSO Survey Fundraiser, AP proctoring, and joining the PTSO Board of Directors. Please see below for more information about each of these opportunities.
Have a great weekend,
Kevin Greata
Principal
Woodson Weekly Wrap-Up Audio!
2. 3rd Quarter Report Cards
3rd Quarter Report Cards were distributed to students on Thursday, April 18th during 7th period.
If your student has an off-campus waiver or Academy class for 7th period, their report card is in the Student Services office for pickup.
3. Month of the Military Child
Did you know?
- We wear the color purple on PurpleUp! Day because it was chosen to symbolize all branches of the military, as it is a combination of Army green, Marine Corps crimson, and Coast Guard, Air Force, Space Force and Navy blue.
- The Army, which is the oldest branch of the U.S military, is also the service branch with the most personnel. In 2022, there were 461,657 active members. The Navy is the second largest with 346,000 and it was founded on October 13, 1775.
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Congratulations to Woodson Junior Mia Ramos for being selected as a new blog editor for the military teens blog "In Bloom"! |
Our community helped turn FCPS purple on PurpleUp! Day, Wednesday, April 17th in recognition of FCPS’ 14,000 enrolled military-connected students.
4. Woodson Key Club & INOVA Blood Drive
Blood Donation Appointments Available! |
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Woodson Key Club is partnering with INOVA Blood Drive on Wednesday, April 24th in the Aux Gym and we have 128 slots to fill! We encourage students to come to Ms. Phu's room G119 to pick up a parent consent form! We would love to have parents donate blood too, so please email Marie Phu at mphu@fcps.edu to schedule an appointment time between 8am-2pm. Parent appointments are required, as Woodson will not accept walk-ins.
5. Spring 2024 SOL Testing
SOL Testing Dates are:
Tuesday/Wednesday, April 30 or May 1 – English Reading
Thursday, May 2 - Chemistry, Geosystems, VAUS History
Monday/Tuesday, May 20 or 21 - Biology
Wednesday, May 22 - Algebra 1/Algebra 2
Thursday, May 23 – Geometry
SOL Season – Laptops and Personal Electronic Devices
Students are required to use FCPS-issued laptops for SOL testing. Students are responsible for making sure their software is up to date and their keyboards, screens, etc. are in good working order. To ensure software is up-to-date, laptops should be powered on and connected to the internet before the test date. Updates will download automatically. All hardware repairs must be completed by Tuesday, April 25th.
If students need FCPS laptop technical support at Woodson HS, please submit a ticket using the Student Support Request Page.
Our walk-in hours in Room A112/A114 are:
- Odd Days during Learning Seminar
- Monday - 7:45am - 8:10am
Any other time you should try to make an appointment using a ticket from the Support Portal.
We want to also remind families that students may not have access to their electronic personal devices of any kind (phones, watches, etc.) in the SOL testing environment, except in the case of a documented medical need. Please be aware that any personal devices carried into the testing environment will be subject to the school’s established procedures for addressing this as a test security concern.
 This week our College Partnership Program (CPP) visited St. Mary’s College of Maryland where they participated in an information session with an admissions officer, took a student-led tour, and ate lunch in the campus dining hall.
Thank you Eileen Oviatt, Bryce Benson, Katherine Stransky, and Megan Howard for being mentors for this student group!
6. Prom and Feeder School Grad Walks
Prom will take place on Saturday, May 11th at Westwood Country Club.
The incorrect ticket price was advertised in last weeks Woodson Weekly. The correct ticket price for Prom is $70.
Please note, all student financial obligations must be met before a student is able to purchase their Prom ticket or a ticket is purchased for them. Obligations include parking tickets, library fees, senior dues, course fees and tech fees. We will have a compiled list of student obligations at the Prom ticket table when they go on sale.
Tickets will be on sale during all lunches in between the cafeterias Monday, April 29th until Friday, May 10th.
If you are planning on bringing a non Woodson student as your guest, you must complete the Prom Guest Form prior to purchasing tickets. Please note that this form has parts that require certain signatures and it must be turned in to Woodson Administration/Main Office no later than Wednesday, May 8th.
Feeder School Grad Walks
Seniors! Save the date to visit your former elementary school and share your graduation with students and staff! Meet in the lobby of your elementary school dressed in your cap and gown on the following dates and times:
Monday, June 3rd:
- Olde Creek, 2:00pm
- Fairfax Villa, 2:30pm
- Mantua, 2:30pm
- Little Run, 2:30pm
Wednesday, June 5th:
- Wakefield Forest, 2:30pm
- Canterbury Woodson, 2:30pm
For our military dependent graduating seniors! We know it may not be possible for you to visit your former elementary school. Maybe you have moved once, maybe more than 12 times! We see you. We want to honor you. We will have a Grad Walk at Woodson. The date and time will be announced soon.
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Please visit our Class of 2024 webpage to see Frequently Asked Questions, Final Exam dates, and so much more! |
7. Woodson 5K and Relay for Life
 The 14th Annual Woodson 5k Community Walk/Run will be on Saturday, May 18th at 8:30am at Woodson HS. All proceeds benefit Max Pound Foundation. Members of the Woodson Community can register for $30 on-line or mail-in registration forms before Friday, May 3. The price increases to $40 after May 3rd. Woodson students and staff can register for just $20 – only through MySchoolBucks.
Questions? Email Dan Schaefer at djschaefer@fcps.edu
Mark your calendars, rally your friends and family, and let's make Saturday, May 18th a day dedicated to celebrating life, honoring survivors, and remembering loved ones. Woodson's annual Relay for Life will take place in the Main Gym and Aux Gym on May 18th starting at 2pm and ending at 4am on Sunday the 19th. Whether you want to register a team, join an existing team, or simply come along to show your support, RelayForLife.org/FCPS is your gateway to making a difference.
Questions? Email James Cho at fjcho@fcps.edu
8. WTW Drama Presents the Musical 1776
Check out the highly energized production of the musical 1776 at Woodson running this Friday and Saturday. Before there was Hamilton there was 1776 – John Adams is desperately trying to create America – but to do so he must defeat the English, unite the colonies, and convince the people it’s the right decision - and the result is an epic show of passion, debate, and roof-raising musical fireworks. A musical where people aren't just fighting to create America, but for its very soul.
Purchase your tickets at the door or at wtwdrama.org
Performances:
Friday, April 26th at 7pm
Saturday, April 27th at 1pm and 7pm
Friday, May 3rd at 7pm
Saturday, May 4th at 1pm and 7pm
9. Woodson Sports Physical Night - June 10th
Every year, the Woodson Athletic Training Program hosts a Sports Physical Night. The goal of Sports Physical Night is to provide a complete pre-participation examination screening that will leave student athletes with a valid VHSL physical for the entirety of the following school year. Each year, it is required that all student athletes have a completed VHSL physical on file before participating in sports. The price will be $50 as it has been in previous years. Hosting this event is our Athletic Training Program’s ONLY fundraiser for the year as we DO NOT receive any funding from the county. ALL proceeds go towards helping the program purchase supplies. Without your support we would not be able to provide the services we do for our student-athletes. If you are interested, please sign up for an appointment slot here.
As always, if you cannot make it to our night on June 10th, but still want to support FCPS, feel free to sign up for another school's event! Every school will host (or co-host) their own night. (We promise we won't be mad).
Want to Volunteer??
We are always looking for physicians and HCP's to complete the actual physical exams (MD, DO, NP, PA) as well other HCP’s comfortable with taking vital signs. If you are willing and able to donate your time, it is greatly appreciated. You can sign up here.
If you can’t make it, but you know of some others that would be able to assist us, please feel free to spread the word and sign up sheet! If you have any questions or would like more information, please feel free to reach out to Chris Hogge, ATC at chogge@fcps.edu .
10. FAFSA Help
According to recent news reports, as many as 30% fewer graduating seniors have completed and submitted a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Many schools rely upon this form to grant students financial aid award letters.
Families who have questions or persistent issues filling out the FAFSA might consider scheduling a free appointment with our partners at College Access Fairfax. Email appointments@CollegeAccessFairfax.org. All FAFSA help provided by our school or College Access Fairfax is free.
11. College & Career Center
Resources for College & Career planning can be found on the Woodson College & Career Padlets. All upcoming events with registration links and more detailed info are listed in the Woodson Wide School Calendar. College & Career Center Newsletters are posted HERE.
Questions? Please email cliebmosley@fcps.edu.
April 20 | Mark Warner Service Academy Day 2024
April 20 | NOVA Medical Campus Open House
April 26 | NOVA Application Session in the Career Center for Seniors
April 30 | Jumpstart2NOVA Info Session for Seniors
May 4 | Trade Union Jobs & Career Fair @ Dulles Expo Center
May 20 | Celebrate Your Plan Day for Seniors Auditorium Lobby All Lunches
May 23 | Work-Based Learning Day in the Career Center – Internships, Jobs & Resume Help
May 28 | NOVA Application Session in the Career Center for Seniors
May 30 | Senior Awards Ceremony in the Auditorium
SENIORS, please mark your calendar:
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Celebrate Your Plan Day on Monday, May 20, during all lunches in the Auditorium Lobby. Join us for Celebrate Your Plan Day, a cherished Woodson tradition where seniors share their post-secondary plans. Whether it's employment, college, trade school, military service, or a gap year, we want to honor and celebrate your postsecondary plans! Seniors will post paper balloons with their plans that will remain on display in the Auditorium lobby until after graduation. Expect music, candy, selfie stations, and more!
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Senior Awards Ceremony on Thursday, May 30, 9:45 – 11:15 am in the Auditorium. All seniors are invited to join us in honoring the achievements of our Class of 2024 at the Senior Awards Ceremony. We'll recognize U.S. Service Academy appointments, ROTC scholarships, military enlistments, academic accomplishments, as well as faculty and leadership awards. Personal invitations will be sent out to students who are receiving an award by May 15. Business casual attire is requested. Seniors who report their scholarships via this SURVEY (due May 15) will have their names displayed on a rolling slide and in our printed senior awards program.
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Congratulations to Ms. Emma Miller for being selected as the February winner for the FCPS CARES Award!
12. Spring 2024 Advanced Placement (AP) Testing Attendance
AP exams are administered May 6-May 16, 2024. With parent/guardian permission, Woodson HS students are allowed to be released early following a morning AP exam and arrive late before their scheduled afternoon AP exam. All pre-arranged absence forms (no phone calls or emails) are due to Mrs. Little in the attendance office by 3pm April 19th. Please keep in mind that all classes will continue with instruction during AP testing, and that students are responsible for all assignments from each class. AP Excused Absence Forms will be given to students in their AP classes and available in the Attendance Office.
Student Services is also still looking for parent volunteers to help proctor AP exams in May! Shifts are typically from 7:30-11:30am or 11:00-3:00pm, with some variation depending on the exam, and you may sign up for as many shifts as you’d like. A more specific schedule will be shared closer to the AP exam testing window. No experience or training is required…we’ll show you everything you need to know! If you are able to volunteer and help, please contact Woodson school counselors Jamie Korpacz (jlkorpacz@fcps.edu) and Victoria Powell (vpowell1@fcps.edu). Thank you!
13. PTSO Information
The Woodson PTSO is in need of 3 parents that are able to volunteer their time to join the 2024-2025 PTSO Officer Board. If you are interested or would like to learn more about the positions that will be open, please contact PTSO Co-President Sara Mastro at saralmastro@yahoo.com.
Survey Participants Still Needed!
Dr. Ben Bigelow from the Construction Science Division at University of Oklahoma selected parents and guardians at Woodson to participate in their research titled “Influences and Perceptions of Parents on Construction Careers.” This research is being conducted at the University of Oklahoma.
There is an ongoing shortage of skilled tradespeople in construction and this project seeks to better understand parent’s perceptions, preferences, and motivators relating to career pathways. As primary influencers of the next generation of workers, parental perceptions are vital in understanding how to address the shortage of skilled workers.
This survey is collecting perceptions from parents around the country to identify the best strategies for addressing this issue.
If the Woodson PTSO gets enough participants, they will donate $500 to our PTSO!
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14. FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Spring Assessments
- Family Conference
- Community Forums on Middle School Start Times
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Previous News, but still important, is located on our Woodson website here.
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