Upcoming Events May 10: Fairfax Academy Dance Showcase, 7pm May 11: Fairfax Academy Dance Showcase, 1pm  May 14: Spring Choral Concert, 7pm, Auditorium May 15: Jazz and Chamber Band Concert, 7pm, Auditorium May 16: Spring Band Concert, 7pm, Auditorium May 22: ANG Meeting, 7pm, room A118 May 27: Memorial Day Holiday, No School May 29: PTSA Meeting, 7pm, Chorus Room

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May 10, 2024

This week we had a PAWSome time celebrating our staff for 'Teacher Appreciation Week.' We appreciate what each of our teachers commits to every day. We showed them that "BAR NONE, FHS STAFF IS THE BEST!" Our teachers are leaders, coaches, counselors, club advisors, mentors, and advocates that believe ALL students can achieve. 

We asked some of our students what they would like to share about the teachers who have made an impact and I would like to share some of their responses: 

Mr. Kil - I am so grateful for you. Thank you so much for your support since I’ve moved here. You’ve helped me tremendously.  Thank you for always keeping me accountable with myself. Thank you for always helping me get better in your class and get good grades. Thank you for taking the time to spend time with me after class. You’re the best Science teacher I’ve ever had .

Ms. Gebler - Thank you for being an amazing English teacher; you make the class so fun! You encourage me to learn skills that will help me next year and the books we read are very interesting! I am lucky you are my teacher. 

Ms. West - You are one of the most passionate and caring teachers I have ever known. Never have I ever left a class not understanding what we had learned. You can tell she enjoys teaching and getting involved with her students. She will always encourage you to succeed in whatever you choose. Ms. West knows how to keep students engaged and motivated.

Mr. Garcia - I wanted to convey a message to you to show my gratitude towards your teachings and kindness. It has impacted me more than you know. 

Mrs. Lopez - I really appreciate the energy you give us during our time in class and I like how you make class really exciting! You give so much of yourself which shows how much you care and that you want to celebrate us. I appreciate you because you recognize each of us as individuals. 

I want to wish all of our FHS community a Happy Mother's Day! 

Thank you for your partnership, 

Included in this issue:

Student Spotlight

• Patriot District Tennis Tournament

Fairfax Lions Need to Know:

• Calendar Reminders: Happy Mother's Day!
• Fairfax Academy Fashion in Motion, May 11, Sherwood Center, 4:30pm
• Attendance Matters - Let's Finish the School Year Strong!
• FCPS Budget
• Rising 12th Immunization Requirements
• FHS Testing Calendar - Volunteers Needed!

Fairfax Lions Nice to Know:

• Fairfax City/FHS FREE World Languages Summer Camp
• Class of 2025 Senior Portraits
• Register for FCPS Summer Camps
• FCPS Summer Extravaganza
• Multilingual Phone Lines
• FCPS Ombuds Provides Confidential Guidance
• No-Cost Virtual Therapy
• Connect - Contact - Reach Us

Fairfax HS PTSA

• ANG Information  
• Graduation Yard Signs on Sale - Last Day to Order!

Student Spotlight

🎾 Patriot District Tennis Tournament

Congratulations to our tennis players for their amazing play in the Patriot District Tennis Tournament. Our players had outstanding results with Marianna Pirmatova winning the Patriot District singles, Marianna and Sofia Vorobjovas are district girls doubles champions, Iden Ziamanesh finished in 2^nd in boys’ singles and Iden and Baha Kariev finished in 3^rd in boys’ doubles. With these results, Marianna, Sofia, Iden and Baha will all receive Patriot All-District honors and will represent Fairfax High School in the Occoquan Regional Tournament beginning on Monday, May 20^th. Congrats, Lions!! Well done!

Fairfax Lions Need to Know:

Calendar Reminders:

Hooray for all the moms in our lives — mothers, grandmothers, godmothers, stepmothers, mothers-in-law, foster moms, bonus moms, other-mothers, aunts, wives, partners, sisters, friends, fellow moms, mentors and women who love with a mother’s heart. We wish you all a wonderful Mother's Day Weekend! 

Fairfax Academy Presents: Fashion in Motion

Prepare for a night of glamour as the 'Fashion in Motion' fashion show returns to the Sherwood Center on Saturday, May 11th. 

Fairfax Academy Fashion Careers students will steal the spotlight, showcasing their creativity in an intimate setting. 

Level one students have partnered with Goodwill of Greater Washington to unveil unique upcycled garments, while advanced students will present original designs completed from concept to creation, pushing the boundaries of contemporary fashion.

Adding to the experience, the Mount Vernon Culinary Arts students, under the guidance of Chef Ibrahim, will serve delightful refreshments. 

• Doors open at 4:30 pm. 
• Show starts at 5:00 pm. 
• Ticket options are $10 for standing room only and $25 for general admission seating. ALL sales directly contribute to the advancement of our Fashion Academy program.

Don't miss this stylish fusion of talent and innovation at the 'Fashion in Motion' fashion show event.

💪 Let's Finish the School Year Strong!

• Student attendance at school is important all year long, up to the last day of school. Attendance has an effect on student performance and on school accreditation. See how to:

• Check your child’s attendance record.
• Help your student stay engaged at school.
• Report future absences.
• Understand the FCPS school calendar.

Learn more about attendance resources. 

FCPS 2025 Budget - What's Happening Next

FCPS 2025 Budget — What’s Happening NextThe next steps in FCPS’ budget process are:

• Tuesday, May 14: The School Board holds a public hearing on the budget. Register to speak by 6:30 p.m., on Monday, May 13.
• Wednesday, May 15: Second day of School Board public hearings, if needed.
• Tuesday, May 21: School Board budget work session.
• Thursday, May 23: School Board adopts FCPS’ approved budget.

For more details on our budget, view FCPS budget documents.

Presupuesto FCPS 2025 - Lo que sigue

Los próximos pasos en el proceso del presupuesto de FCPS son:

• Martes, 14 de mayo: La Junta Escolar tiene una audiencia pública sobre el presupuesto. Regístrese antes de las 6:30 p.m., el lunes, 13 de mayo para hablar en en la audiencia pública. 
• Miércoles, 15 de mayo: Segundo día de audiencias públicas de la Junta Escolar, si es necesario.
• Martes, 21 de mayo: Sesión de trabajo de la Junta Escolar sobre el presupuesto.
• Jueves, 23 de mayo: La Junta Escolar adopta el presupuesto aprobado de FCPS.

Para más detalles sobre nuestro presupuesto, vea los documentos del presupuesto de FCPS.

💉 Rising 12th Grade Immunizations Required

To Parents/Guardians of Rising 12th Graders:

The Code of Virginia requires all students to be immunized against certain communicable diseases prior to entrance into Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS).

All students entering 12^th grade will be required to receive one dose of Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) prior to the beginning of school.

• To meet the Meningococcal (MenACWY) 12th grade requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 16 or older.

ACTION REQUESTED: Please provide one of the following immunization documents to the Student Information Assistant (SIA) or Registrar at your child’s school as soon as possible:

1. An updated immunization record showing that the student has received the Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY). Families can also request immunization records free of charge through the Virginia Immunization Information System (VIIS), a statewide registry system.  
2. A note on a healthcare provider’s letterhead stating the date the Meningococcal vaccine was given.
3. A healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
4. A notarized Religious Exemption Form, which is available online at: https://bit.ly/VDOEReligiousExemptionForm

Immunizations are available from your child’s healthcare provider, the Fairfax County Health Department, or other community resources. Use the QR Codes below to identify resources:

https://bit.ly/FairfaxCountyHealthDepartmentFairfax County Health Department  https://bit.ly/FairfaxCountyHealthDepartment

Low Cost  Healthcare Resources  https://bit.ly/LowCostHealthcareResources

Health and Community Resources  https://bit.ly/HealthAndCommunityResources

Please contact Toby Sorensen in the Student Services office, at 703-219-2349, or tmsorensen@fcps.edu, if you have any questions.

FHS Testing Calendar - Volunteers Needed! 

Students will be taking SOL tests and digital AP exams on their FCPS-issued Chromebooks. To minimize issues on exam day:

• It is critical that ALL students bring their Chromebooks FULLY CHARGED.
• Each student should also have their own power cord as the school does not have extras to lend. 
• Students will receive their testing schedule a week before their exam.
• PLEASE make sure students are diligent about checking their SCHOOL email (@fcpsschools.net account). 

Thank you for your help in ensuring your student is prepared to do their best on their exams!

Visit our school website to view the full testing calendar. Click here to download a PDF version: 2024 Spring Exam Schedule.pdf. 

The teachers really appreciate it because it allows them to keep their planning period! Please Sign Up Here:  AP Testing Proctor Signup

Fairfax Lions Nice to Know: 

Fairfax City/Fairfax High FREE World Languages Summer Camp

Families of rising 5-7th graders! Register your student for the FREE Fairfax HS World Language Summer Camp!

Campers will be able to explore various culture and languages including French, Spanish, Latin, and German, with engaging and fun activities!

Camp is open to rising 5th grade - 7th grade future Fairfax HS students. Students must live in the Fairfax HS boundary. Registration will close June 5th or when all slots are filled.

To register and for more information, please click this link, or scan the QR code above: Fairfax City Summer World Language Camp

Class of 2025 Senior Portraits

CLASS OF 2025!

Believe it or not, it’s time to begin taking your senior portraits! We always begin in May because there are so many of you to photograph, and unlike underclassmen portraits, these are more of a photoshoot. You can take your yearbook photo for free, or if you would like several outfit changes, pay a small fee for more outfit changes.

Caps and gowns and formal attire will be provided. If you’d rather wear something gender-neutral, you may wear an all-black sweater, a solid-black button down, or a formal, all-black top of your choosing.

We highly recommend you take your photos in May even though there will be dates throughout the summer. All times are after underclass exams toward the end of the school year.

Please click the link below to schedule. If you have any questions, please email Mr. David Greene at dtgreene@fcps.edu. But note, however, that scheduling and rescheduling information should be directed to the photo studio using the customer care contact information below.

• https://seniors.legacystudios.com/fairfax-hs-va/

Below is the contact information for Legacy's customer care service in case you require any assistance

• Call: 716-512-6336  
• Email: customercare@legacystudios.com  
• Chat: https://seniors.legacystudios.com  

We're excited to get started and we look forward to capturing fantastic images and memories for the Class of 2025! 

Register Today for FCPS Summer Camps

Registration for FCPS Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts (IFTA/E-IFTA) camps closes on Friday, June 7. Tuition is waived for students eligible for free and reduced-price meals. Bus transportation is available from select FCPS high schools and middle schools. Learn more about Summer Learning and Fun for Students.

Inscríbase hoy para los Campamentos de Verano de FCPSLa inscripción para los campamentos de Educación Profesional y Técnica (CTE) de FCPS y los campamentos del Instituto para las Artes (IFTA/E-IFTA) cierra el viernes, 7 de junio. Los estudiantes elegibles para comidas gratis o a precio reducido no tienen que pagar matrícula. El transporte en autobús está disponible desde determinadas escuelas secundarias y escuelas intermedias de FCPS. Aprenda más sobre Aprendizaje y Diversión de Verano para Estudiantes.

☀️ Save the Date! FCPS’ Summer Extravaganza

Enjoy Learning, Fun, and Helpful Information at the Extravaganza! 

Stop by Woodson High School on Saturday, June 1, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., for the FCPS Summer Extravaganza! Families are invited to participate in engaging educational activities designed to spark curiosity and inspire growth. In addition to learning activities, enjoy tips and helpful information for families. Enjoy face painting, food, music, a moon bounce, a petting zoo, storytime, and student performances — at no cost!

Visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage for more details and register to attend. Registration is not required, but it's helpful for planning purposes.

☀️ ¡Disfrute Aprendiendo, Diversión e Información Útil en el Evento de Un Verano Extraordinario! Venga a la Escuela Secundaria Woodson el sábado, 1 de junio, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., ¡para el evento de FCPS "Un Verano Extraordinario! Las familias están invitadas a participar en actividades educacionales diseñadas para despertar curiosidad e inspirar crecimiento. Además de las actividades de aprendizaje, disfrute de consejos e información útil para las familias. Disfrute de la pintura de caras, comida, música, un brincolin , un zoológico de mascotas, hora del cuento, y actuaciones de los estudiantes - ¡Todas las actividades son gratuitas!

Visite la página web Summer Extravaganza para obtener más información e inscríbase para asistir. La inscripción no es obligatoria, pero es útil para la planificación.

☎️Multilingual Phone Lines

 Parent Information Phone Lines Available in Eight LanguagesParents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.

📞 FCPS Ombuds Provides Confidential Guidance

The Office of the Ombuds engages with families, students, and staff to offer resources and improve the experience of each and every member of the FCPS community. They work as an independent confidential resource to help get answers to questions, offer options to resolve concerns and hear complaints regarding FCPS matters.  

Anyone seeking assistance from the Office of the Ombuds may call 571-423-4014, email ombuds@fcps.edu, visit their webpage, or submit a question. Ombuds staff do not change or make decisions, policies, or regulations; take sides; or provide legal advice.

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students

• No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School StudentsVirtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as:

• Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss
• Anxiety, worry, fears
• Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships
• Academic stress

In order for students to participate, caregivers must give permission for FCPS to share basic demographic information with Hazel Health in ParentVUE and provide consent. Students can then be referred to therapy by a guardian or school staff member.

You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting our school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services, Ashley Anderson. Find our Student Services staff information here: 
https://fairfaxhs.fcps.edu/student-services/staff 

throughout the year:

• Visit the Fairfax High School Website
• Sign up for News You Choose messages or update your account
• Visit the Fairfax PTSA Website

Fairfax HS PTSA

Table of Contents:

• ANG Information
• Graduation Yard Signs on Sale

All Night Grad Party Update ~ We Need You! 

Don't Let Your Senior Be Left Out, All Night Grad Party Tickets on Sale!

Tickets for the All Night Graduation Party are on sale now.  The price for a ticket is $55. Tickets may be purchased online through the PTSA.

Buy tickets here:  https://fairfaxhs.memberhub.com/store/items/995293   

Or scan the QR code here:   Free and reduced ticket order forms are available to eligible students through the FHS front office.

We have a great party planned for our graduates at the St. James sports complex that will include Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer, a Casino, DK/Karaoke, Golf Simulators, Airbrush Tattoo Artists, Carnival Games, Food, Prizes and the Super Awesome Amazing Room! Don't let your Senior be left out on graduation night!

Volunteers Needed at the ANG Celebration, June 4

To make this party happen, we need adult volunteers that night at the St. James.  In order to have the All Night Graduation Celebration at the St. James, the venue REQUIRES a minimum of 1 chaperone/volunteer per 10 students to run this event! (The St. James will cancel without full volunteer staffing).  That means we will need over 60 adult volunteers over two shifts at the party.

We have a range of volunteer positions open – setup, arrival assistance, bag check, food service, casino dealers, prizes, and roving chaperones.  We also need people in the leads for these areas.  Volunteer shifts run 3 to 4 hours over the course of the night (you can sign-up for two shifts and stay for the whole party).

You can sign up to volunteer at the following SignUpGenius Link:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4EA9A62FA7F58-49226288-allnight

Volunteers can be parents, alumni, family, and friends of FHS.  This is open to parents with students at ALL grade levels, it is not limited to Senior Class parents (but we certainly want their support).  Please to share this link with anyone who may want to help out at the party.

Only You Can Help Make the Party Happen!

Graduation Yard Sign orders End TODAY!

This is the LAST week to purchase a graduation yard sign to recognize your graduate and inform the community of their accomplishment. Each sign is an 18” x 24” yard sign and individually customized with the graduate’s name. The price is $25 per sign. 

There are multiple options for the signs. Order NOW !

The Graduation Yard Signs are available now on PTSA’s MemberHub online store: https://fairfaxhs.memberhub.com/store.   

Reduced price sign order forms are available to free and reduced meal eligible students through the FHS front office.

You can choose to have a sign placed (by the All Night Grad Committee) outside FHS along Lion Run on Graduation Day or pick-up one for home.  Or, you can buy a double sign package and have one at FHS and one to put in your yard or windows. The LAST day to order your sign is Friday, May 10!

Don’t let your Senior be left without a sign on Graduation Day!

Next ANG Meeting: May 22, 2024

Our last Committee Meeting is on May 22 at 7:00 pm, at FHS in room A118 (classroom to the left from the front door.) (new location).  We will be discussing the party planning and our volunteer assignments at the party on graduation night, June 4.

We encourage people to join us in person, but if that is not possible, we will be live streaming on Zoom:

Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81199262921

Meeting ID: 811 9926 2921

Donate to Support the All Night Grad Party

Monetary donations to the All Night Graduation Party are always welcome.  If you, or your friends and family, would like to make a donation to the All Night Graduation Party, you can donate online at the PTSA’s giving-site: https://fairfaxhs.memberhub.com/store/items/931830. 

If you have any questions about the All Night Grad Party, or would like to talk about how you can help, please email us at ANG@fairfaxptsa.org     

We look forward to all parents’ support for the All Night Grad Party.  Together, we will make this a night for our seniors to remember!

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