Schedule Changes for the Upcoming Week
Please note the following Schedule changes due to SOL Testing on May 13 and May 16
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May 13: Algebra 2 and History SOL
- Period 7 (8:10 AM - 10:20 AM),
- Period 3 (10:30 AM - 11:17 AM)
- Period 5 (11:23 AM - 1:23 AM, Lunch During this Block)
- Period 1 (1:29 PM - 2:55 PM)
- May 16: Biology SOL
- Period 8 (8:10 AM - 11:17 AM)
- Period 6 (11:23 AM - 1:23 AM, Lunch During this Block)
- Period 2 (1:29 PM - 2:55 PM)
Important Upcoming Dates
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05/01-05/15- SCHS Chorus- 99 Pledges Drive
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05/16/24- 7:00pm- Auditorium SCHS Chorus Spring Show "Love is in the Air"
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05/18/24- National School Pathologist Day
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05/21/24-SCABC Annual Golf Classic- Laurel Hill Golf Club
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05/27/24- Memorial Day (Holiday)
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06/10/24 2:00pm- SCHS Graduation Eagle Bank Arena
Student Attendance Reminders
Parents are encouraged to provide a minimum of 2 hours notification for early releases, last minute requests may delay early dismissals. Any student leaving school without checking out through the attendance office will be marked UNV. Parents can pick-up their children outside of Door 1.
Message from Dr. Khoshaba
Dear Parents,
I hope this message finds you well and filled with the warmth of spring as we move through another exciting chapter of the school year. I have a lot of celebratory and informative information to share with you as we continue to work together in support of our students' growth and success.
Upcoming Opportunities
As we near the end of another school year, I want to extend a warm invitation to our final Parent Advisory Council meeting this Wednesday, May 15, at 6:00pm in the library. Parental input and involvement in these meetings have been invaluable throughout the year, contributing greatly to our shared goals of enhancing the educational experience for all our students. However, to ensure meaningful discussions and effective decision-making, I kindly request the participation of a minimum of five parents. Should we fail to meet this minimum requirement, regrettably, we will have to cancel this final meeting and reconvene next year. Your presence and insights are highly valued, and I sincerely hope to see many of you there.
Sign Up here Parent Advisory Council
Remarkable Recognitions!
Theater: Bravo to our sensational theater stars! Our performance of Singin’ in the Rain was nominated for “Best Musical” for The Jimmy Awards and our students will be performing at The National Theatre on Saturday, May 25th! Natalie Beasley was also nominated for Best Actress! This is one of the most competitive theatre events and we are honored to be nominated and get to perform! Their stellar performance has truly stolen the show and left us all applauding in awe.
Lucky enough to catch the May 10th spectacle, these outstanding performers left the crowd buzzing with excitement! While we stuck to our 'no pictures during the show' rule, I managed to snap some shots pre and post-performance. As an added feature, Senior Night was also celebrated, with all Actors/Actresses, Stage Crew, and Tech Support taking to the front of the stage. Bravo, Stallion stars! Your talent truly shines.
Also, Parker Bryant, Noah Pflugrath, and Zach Smith were nominated for Cappies awards for their performances in Much Ado About Nothing. Here are their specific areas of nomination: Noah for supporting actor in a play, Zach for comic actor in a play, Parker for lead actor in a play. To all of our SoCo Theater students, your talent shines brighter than any spotlight!
Teacher Appreciation Week: I would like to thank several groups for their involvement in recognizing our teachers and staff for this week’s Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week. A special thanks to our SGA, lead by Mrs. Kelley Peck, for the week-long theme and gifts around Under the Big Top. They hosted everything from breakfast to popcorn stations to beautiful decorations and messages throughout the school.
I also want to highlight our PTSO, who sponsored a delicious luncheon on Thursday! Staff LOVED the meal and the candy bags that they could leave with.
Finally, I’d like to thank Bai-lee Therapeutic Massage for donating free, 10-minute shoulder massages to our staff.
Technology Student Association: We have new State Champions in Robotics! Last weekend, 19 South County High School students from the TSA competed at the state competition in Hampton, Virginia. South County entered 7 out of 40 possible events. Junaid Abdulhamid and Faith Mekonen placed in the top ten for Forensic Science, while Satvi Desai and Tesfai Tecle did the same for Data Science and Analytics. Finally, the VEX Robotics team, consisting of Ayaan Shaikh, James (Sungu) Malloy, Ryan Dang, Nola Gerold, Kayla Blosser, Taha Nasir, and Nathan Park took home 1st place! Your hard work, dedication, and innovative spirit have truly paid off, and we couldn't be prouder of your achievement.
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Inspirational Stallions: This week, we hosted our first-ever Stallion Inspiration awards. Six students were recognized for either overcoming adversity or displaying exceptional citizenship during their time at SoCo. Following the awarding of their individual recognitions, each students had the opportunity to share who their most inspirational SCHS staff members were. Congratulations to all of these deserving Stallions!
Blessed with Blesi!
This past week, Delegate Tran joined our Stallion Nation as we celebrated one of our English teachers, Ms. Luci Blesi, for being our Region 4 New Teacher of the Year for the 2022-23 school year. We thank Delegate Tran for presenting a new Proclamation to Ms. Blesi in recognition of her outstanding contributions to education.
Excelling in Athletics:
The Boys Soccer team celebrated Senior Night this week. They impressed me with their high level of speed, strength, and athleticism throughout the game. Their season has been nothing short of goal-tastic! Keep kicking it with that winning spirit! Congratulations on a successful season, team!
While at this game, I had the pleasure of sitting with the Hyun family as they regularly cheered for various players. Sitting with Mr. Hyun, himself a soccer coach, helped me learn so much of the ins and outs of the game. Thank you for the lessons, Mr. Hyun! You’re an excellent teacher!
Row-mendous news! Our crew team has paddled their way to an incredible achievement, clinching third place in the State competition! Their performance has made waves of pride throughout our school community. Remember that oar-dinary becomes extraordinary with your passion and effort. Congratulations on this fantastic accomplishment!
Silver Jubilee: It was a privilege to attend the 25th anniversary celebration of the Durga Temple recently. This marked my inaugural visit to a Hindu Temple, and I was deeply moved by the warmth and hospitality extended by everyone present. The experience was enlightening as I was graciously immersed in the rich traditions and beliefs of the Hindu faith. Each interaction offered valuable insights into the customs and practices that form the foundation of this vibrant community.
A heartfelt appreciation goes to Saurabh Thakrar, whose guidance and hospitality made my visit truly memorable. His personal tour shed light on the various facets of the Temple, enriching my understanding of its significance. The presence of such kind-hearted individuals like Saurabh and the entire community exemplifies the inclusivity and diversity that enriches the fabric of our Lorton community.
Principal Pioneers:
I had the great joy of having three students shadow me for a day in our second “Principal for the Day” activity. These three student leaders, Julia Qu, Faith Mckenon, and Elena Garcia, dressed the part in their business suits as we walked the halls and discussed leadership ideas and experiences. I enjoyed learning with and from these young leaders for a full day. With students like these leading the way, I feel confident that our future is bright at SoCo! I forgot to get their picture day one, so here are my future principals the next day.
The Days Ahead: The end of the school year will be here before you know it. Here’s a look at the schedule for the final two weeks of school:
Save the Date!: Looking for a FREE, fun concert to attend on Saturday, June 8th from 7:30-9:00pm? Grab your jazz hands and head on over to the Lorton Workhouse Center to hear the toe-tapping tunes of the South County High School Jazz Band! Our talented students are ready to jazz up your evening and kick off the Fairfax County Summer Concert series in style. Be sure to bring a picnic blanket or chairs for this outdoor concert. For more information, please visit https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/performances/south-county-high-school-jazz-band/060824.
Important Reminder: As the school year wraps up, don't forget to grab your yearbook! We've got cool new banners around campus with QR codes for easy ordering. If you want to guarantee yourself a copy, make sure to pre-order because we'll only have a limited number available for sale in person.
That’s all for now. Have a great weekend, and I look forward to sharing more updates with you next week.
Kambar
#OneStallion
Together As One!
Testing Corner
AP Testers
All AP testers should have received an email with their testing schedule on April 30, as well as details regarding materials and procedures for AP testing. Information can be found on the SCHS AP Testing page. Please contact Chris Bird, AP Test coordinator, with additional questions.
Parents – WE NEED YOU!!! - AP Testing Parent Volunteers
The Testing Office is in desperate need of parent volunteers to help support Advanced Placement (AP) Testing from May 13 through May 17. Volunteers would support the Student Services staff in checking in students, distributing tests, and supporting test security during the exams. To avoid conflicts of interest, we ask that parents do not volunteer during their own student’s exam. Please go to the Sign-Up Genius linked below to volunteer:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0A4FABA82FA0FE3-49205270-aptesting#/
Spring SOL Testing
Annual End-Of-Course SOL testing will begin at South County High School on April 22 and continue through May 31. The primary testing date for each exam is as follows:
Tuesday, April 23 – English: Reading
Thursday, May 9 – Chemistry and Earth Science (Geosystems)
Monday, May 13 – Algebra 2 and History
Thursday, May 16 – Biology
Monday, May 20 – Algebra 1 and Geometry
Some students with special testing accommodations will test the dates shown above. Students should check with their classroom teachers regarding the dates and details of their individual tests. Please check with your student regarding their testing dates and please avoid scheduling any appointments that would require your student to miss an SOL test. Additional information can be found on the SCHS SOL Testing page.
There will be no Advisory on April 23, May 16, and May 20 in order to facilitate SOL testing. Additional questions can be directed to Chris Bird, SCHS School Test Coordinator, at cwbird@fcps.edu.
Attention Academy Students
Some important reminders as we finish up the year:
- If you will miss an Academy class due to illness, doctor’s appointments, etc, - please contact your Academy program for attendance purposes
- If you will be missing a class at South County High School due to attending your Academy class on a day with an alternate testing bell schedule - please notify the South County HS Attendance Office
- If you will be missing an Academy class due to SOL or AP testing or an alternate testing bell schedule at South County – Please notify your Academy program for attendance purposes
Graduation Update
South County Graduation will be held on June 10th at 2:00 p.m. at Eagle Bank Arena.
All are invited to attend, and no tickets are required.
The graduating class and students must have their own ride to the ceremony, no school transportation will be made available.
If anyone in your party attending Graduation is in need of an ASL Interpreter, please email Ms. Sam Gero at jvgero@fcps.edu
New Requirements from Eagle Bank Arena….
EagleBank Arena is encouraging guests to not bring a bag, in order to help enhance the contactless experience. If you require a bag for your personal belongings, EagleBank Arena has adopted a clear bag policy and must adhere to the following:
Clear Bag:
- Bag must be clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC with no obscured inside pockets
- Bag must not exceed 12”x12”x6”
- Bag may be 1-gallon plastic zip lock style bag
Clutch Style Bag or Purse:
- Non-clear clutch style bag or purse must not exceed 5”x7”
Small Medical and/or Parenting Bags
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Will be permitted on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to increased security Screening.
Senior trip to King's Dominion
Our Senior trip to King's Dominion will be on June 6!!! The cost is $50.00. The preferred method of payment is through My School Bucks in the school store. Cash or check can be brought to Mr. Kingston in Room A125 by May 16 Permission slips are available outside of Room A119 and through My School Bucks and need to be returned to Mr. Kingston by May 16. Senior obligations need to be paid in order to attend the trip.
SCHS Chorus Boosters
The South County Choir Boosters aim to enhance the choral experience for every student across our six choirs, extending beyond the resources provided by county funding to create an exceptional, enriching, and memorable journey.
Your generous donation helps support:
Audition Fees
Rehearsal Meals
Professional Clinicians
Scholarships
Music Clinics
Senior Recognition
Special Events
Find your student at https://app.99pledges.com/fund/socochorus2
PTSO
Happy 2024 South County families!
A South County Senior and his sister (Sophomore) have initiated another fundraising campaign to raise funds for Seniors at South County who are unable to meet the financial obligations of their senior year. This includes graduation dues and ANGP tickets.
All funds will be requested through school counselors in order ensure anonymity. All funds raised by these two exceptional students will be donated to the PTSO and earmarked for the financial support of Seniors with a demonstrated need.
Funds are being raised through the following go fund me site if you are interested in making a donation. https://gofund.me/7816e416
AWARENESS MONTH
Asian American and Pacific Islander 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.Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.
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Jewish American Heritage Month
May is a national month of recognition of the history of Jewish contributions to American culture, acknowledging the diverse achievement of the Jewish community in the U.S. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.
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