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Woodson Weekly -
May 3
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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
Monday, May 6th - Friday, May 10th - Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week
Saturday, May 11th, 7pm-11pm - Senior Prom at Westwood Country Club
Tuesday, May 14th, 7pm - Virtual PTSO Meeting
Saturday, May 18th, 2pm-4am - Relay for Life
Saturday, May 18th, 8:30am - 14th Annual Woodson 5k Community Walk/Run
Monday, May 20th - Celebrate Your Plan Day for Seniors
Monday, May 27th - Memorial Day; Schools and Offices Closed
Tuesday, May 28th 7:30pm - Guiding the College-Bound Athlete Seminar
Thursday, May 30th - Senior Awards Ceremony
Friday, May 31st - Last Day of School for Seniors
Monday, June 3rd - Required Graduation Rehearsal, Laptop Return, Cap & Gown Distro, Senior Picnic
Thursday, June 6th - Class of 2024 Graduation, 2pm at EagleBank Arena; All Night Grad Party
Monday, June 10th - Woodson Sports Physical Night
Wednesday, June 12th - Last Day of School for Underclass; Early Release at 10:10am
Woodson's Events & Activities Calendar
FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar
FCPS 2024-25 School Year Calendar
Wednesday, May 1st was National Principal's Day. Woodson students and staff celebrated Mr. Greata in so many ways.
Thank you, Mr. Greata, for making Woodson a better place each and every day!
In this Issue
1. Message from Mr. Greata
2. Class of 2024 Senior Information
3. May - Heritage Month
4. Yearbook Orders Now Closed
5. Spring 2024 SOL Testing
6. Required Immunizations for Rising 12th Graders
7. Spring 2024 Advances Placement (AP) Testing Day Information
8. Underclass Students - Will You Be Returning to Woodson Next Year?
9. College and Career Center
10. FCPS News
Get2Green is FCPS’ sustainability program, and supports green teams at schools with hands-on environmental projects to improve the sustainability of the school and community.
1. Message from Mr. Greata
Good Afternoon Woodson,
Spring is bustling with activity, showcased at our recent softball and baseball senior nights. A hearty congratulations to all our seniors, and heartfelt thanks to the parents whose support made those evenings truly memorable. With our Spring senior athletes duly honored, our focus now shifts to districts, kicked off with boys and girls tennis matches yesterday. Keep an eye on woodsonsports.com for updates on upcoming district competitions.
Did you know that our school boasts one of the most robust Get2Green initiatives in the county? Our environmental club tends to an extensive garden yielding potatoes, greens, and carrots, among other delights. Just last year, their efforts culminated in a generous donation of 700 lbs of produce to Food for Others. Recently, Joseph Tso and Andrew Kim showcased our school's environmental stewardship to FCPS administrators, igniting inspiration for similar endeavors. Meanwhile, Syd Huffman and Victoria Shittu shared their transformative journey at the Get2Green Symposium, highlighting the profound impact of environmental education on their holistic development. Additionally, Emma Fig and her troop added a touch of Springtime splendor to our outside dining space and built some beautiful butterfly gardens.
Attention all former Little Run Roadrunners, families, and friends! Join us as we celebrate Little Run's 60th Anniversary on Saturday, May 18th from 11 am to 2 pm. It promises to be a day brimming with joy, delicious food, melodious tunes, engaging games, and cherished memories. RSVP and volunteer for the event through the provided link to ensure your spot in this special occasion.
A resounding applause to Nathaniel Kurland, who stands among the illustrious few - one of only 7 FCPS students awarded corporate-sponsored scholarships from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. Such recognition is reserved for the brightest minds, with a mere 770 National Merit finalists chosen to receive this prestigious honor. Bravo!
As we gear up for the weekend, let's not forget that next week marks both Teacher Appreciation Week and National School Nurse Day on May 8th. Let's come together to express our gratitude and appreciation for the exceptional dedication and care our teachers and staff shower upon our students each day.
Wishing you all a wonderful weekend ahead,
Kevin Greata
Principal
Woodson Weekly Wrap-Up Audio!
Woodson student, Emma Fig, and her troop building a butterfly garden in the outside dining space behind the cafeteria.
Way to welcome Spring at Woodson!
2. Class of 2024 Senior Information
Important Dates for Seniors:
Saturday, May 11th, 7-11pm - Senior Prom at Westwood Country Club; Tickets $70
Monday, May 20th, 11:15am-1:15pm - Celebrate Your Plan Day in Auditorium lobby
Thursday, May 30th, 9:45am - Senior Awards Ceremony in Auditorium (See Below)
Thursday, May 30th, 8-9pm - Senior Sunset on grass field behind stadium press box
Friday, May 31st - Last school day for the Class of 2024!
Monday, June 3rd, 9am - Required Graduation Rehearsal, Laptop Return, and Cap & Gown Distribution in Main Gym
Monday, June 3rd - Senior Picnic at Woodson directly following Graduation Rehearsal
Thursday, June 6th, 2pm - Graduation at Eagle Bank Arena
Thursday, June 6th - Friday, June 7th - All Night Grad Party at The St. James (See Below)
* All student financial obligations must be met before a student is able to purchase a Prom ticket or to receive their Cap & Gown. 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 next week, and also in Student Services and the Main Office. *
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Please visit our Class of 2024 webpage to see Frequently Asked Questions, Final Exam dates, and so much more! |
Senior Awards Ceremony
Senior Awards Ceremony is on Thursday, May 30th, 9:45 – 11:15am 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.
All Night Grad Party
Woodson’s All Night Graduation Party needs your help to make it a success! Please volunteer here to help us out— the PTSO cannot do this event without lots of adult support! The All Night Grad Party is a drug-free, alcohol-free all night graduation party to celebrate our Seniors! We'll be celebrating at the beautiful St. James Recreation Complex!
Each senior who wants to attend needs to purchase a ticket which includes casino games, a swimming pool with obstacle course, climbing walls, yard games, a mechanical bull, photo booths, an obstacle course with a warped wall, music, food, and thousands of dollars in prizes! Your senior won't want to miss the party of the year! Early registration is very helpful to the Party Planning Committee - please buy your ticket in advance at this link!
We are also raffling off 10 sets of 8 prime, VIP seats at Graduation! Don’t miss your chance to have the best seat in the house to watch your student graduate! Raffle tickets are available until May 30 in the senior class store.
Questions? Reach out to Kirsten Reddish at woodsonangp@gmail.com.
3. May - Heritage Month
People with ancestral roots in Asia and the islands of the Pacific have been integral to the story of America. In 1992, May was designated Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month to celebrate their heritage and contributions.
May is designated Jewish American Heritage Month to recognize the history of Jewish contributions to American culture and acknowledge the diverse achievements of the Jewish community in the U.S. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.
4. Yearbook Orders Now Closed
The ordering window for the 2023-2024 yearbook has now been closed. In person sales will be extremely limited and on a first come, first served basis. Once we sell out, we are out!
The distribution date of preordered yearbooks and in person sales will be announced soon.
5. Spring 2024 SOL Testing
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.
SOL Testing Dates are:
Monday/Tuesday, May 20 or 21 - Biology
Wednesday, May 22 - Algebra 1/Algebra 2
Thursday, May 23 – Geometry
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.
Mr. Ferraris, Woodson Security Assistant, visits Ms. Bankson's and Ms. Goto's class to speak about appropriate behaviors for high school students. The students were so excited to have him visit, and even more so excited to hear that he is a retired police officer!
6. Required Immunizations for Rising 12th Graders
Immunizations are required for all students entering 7th and 12th grades this fall. Visit FCPS’ immunization webpage to learn about the required vaccines.
Caregivers should ask their private healthcare provider or the health department to review their student's immunization record to ensure that their student has received these required immunizations.
Twelfth grade students must submit documentation of the Meningococcal vaccine.
Get more information on all student immunization requirements.
7. Spring 2024 Advances Placement (AP) Testing Day Information
AP Testing begins Monday, May 6th. Students should report to Cafeteria B for morning exams no later than 7:45AM. Students should report for afternoon exams no later than 11:45AM to the Auditorium Lobby or Cav Hall. Students taking afternoon exams will not finish testing until 4:00PM. Please plan your transportation accommodations accordingly.
Only students with Woodson Parking Permits may park in school lots for AP testing.
Students may NOT bring backpacks, cell phones, smartwatches, etc. to AP testing rooms. Students must make arrangements to leave these items at home or in cars or lockers. Teachers and administrators are not responsible for student belongings.
Thanks to your generous donations of 2 liter soda bottles, our Biology classes were able to create biome bottles in an ecology lab this week!
8. Underclass Students - Will You Be Returning to Woodson Next Year?
If you will not be attending Woodson HS this fall, please let Woodson Student Services know now by clicking here to complete the student intent form. If your student will be returning to Woodson next year, there is no need to complete or return the form.
If your student will not be returning to Woodson next year, please complete the fields at the top of the form (you may leave the Teacher Name field blank). Then check the box that says “No” when asked if the student will be returning to this school next year. Then check the appropriate box from the options listed regarding where your student will be attending school next year. Lastly, please sign and date the form. You may either scan and email the form to return it, or have your student bring it to school and drop it off in Student Services.
Student Services will make sure all transcripts and records are forwarded to your child’s new school so his/her file is complete. If you have any questions, please contact Woodson registrar Darlene Sheppard at 703-503-4622 or dmsheppard@fcps.edu.
Calling all current and former Little Run Roadrunners, families, and friends! We are excited to celebrate our 60th Year Anniversary on Saturday, May 18th from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Please join us for a day of fun, food, music, games, and memories. Here is a link to RSVP and/or volunteer for the Little Run. Also, we have custom 60th year anniversary t-shirts that can be purchase here.
Woodson Athletic Sports Physical Night - June 10th
Sports Physical Night Info
Please sign up for an appointment slot here.
Questions? Reach out to Woodson ATC Chris Hogge at chogge@fcps.edu
9. 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.
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
Mr. Sorenson's Physics class created inflatables for their Work & Power lab and our Special Education department was able to utilize them for decorations at their Day Prom!
10. FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- May Webinars and Events for Families
- Required Immunizations for Rising 7th and 12th Graders
- No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Previous News, but still important, is located on our Woodson website here.
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