Important Upcoming Dates
2023-2024 School Year
June 12 - Last day of school - early release (see below)
June 13 & 14 - School Planning Days
June 14 - Deadline for College Application Workshop (see below)
June 17 - Eid al-Adha holiday (see below)
June 18 - Teacher Work Day
June 19 - Juneteenth holiday (see below)
July 8-10 - MHS Boot Camp Session 1 (see below)
July 3-4 - Independence Day Holiday (see below)
July 22-24 - MHS Boot Camp Session 2 (see below)
July 30-August 1 - Class of 2025 College Application Workshop (see below)
August 15 - Freshman Orientation (see below)
2024-2025 School Year
August 21 - First Day of School
Congratulations Class of 2024!
McLean Highlander Math League Success
Congratulations to the McLean Highlander Math League (MHML) team placed 5th out of 49 teams in the B division of the American Regions Mathematics League (ARML) competition. In addition, Jeffrey Yin did incredibly well, placing 13th among more than 1600 participants around the nation and winning $500. Aiden Feyerherm and Rebecca Chen received awards for being the highest scorer (that did not qualify for tiebreaks) on their respective teams.
Dr. Reilly's Monday Message on Hiatus
Dr. Reilly's Monday message will be on hiatus this summer! Look for new News You Choose on Monday, July 8th!
FCPSon Chromebook information for students returning to McLean HS next school year
Students returning to McLean High School for the 2024-2025 School year will use their currently issued FCPS Chromebook and charger for next year.
Summer Programs:
- Any student completing a summer course, program, independent study, workshop, etc should keep their issued Chromebook and charger. Chromebooks will not be issued over the summer, students should keep their issued Chromebook for all educational purposes.
Returns:
- Students not returning to McLean next year must return Chromebook and charger to the Tech Center.
- If a Chromebook is in need of repair, it must be returned with charger. A working Chromebook will be issued for the summer.
- Students can choose to return their Chromebook and charger if they will not need it this summer and want it to be reissued to them next year.
End of the School Year Medication Pick-up
As the end of our school year approaches, I would like to remind you that all medications kept in the Health Room must be picked up by the end of the school year. Per FCPS regulations, any medications that remain in the Health Room after close of business on the last day of school must be destroyed.
For SENIORS: The last day of classes will be May 24th. Seniors who have medications may keep them in the Health Room until after AP testing and graduation activities are complete.
For ALL OTHER STUDENTS: The last day of classes is June 12th.
Prescription Medications (Epi-pens, Inhalers, ADHD, etc.): Must be picked up by a parent. Please sign in at the main office. PLEASE NOTE: if a student self-carries their epi-pen or inhaler and keeps one in the health room, the student may pick it up.
Over-the-counter Medication: Students may pick up these medications and take them home. They may be picked up at the end of the day between 2:45-3:00pm any time before the end of the year.
All medications must be picked up by 11:00am, June 12th.
Please contact School Health Aide, Julie Gamboa, with any questions. jgamboa@fcps.edu
McLean HS Summer Office Hours 9 am-1pm
McLean High School Office hours during summer break will be 9 am - 1 pm. Please call 703-714-5700 to set up appointments.
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School Calendar 2024-2025
As we wrap up this school year, we wanted to share helpful information to ensure next school year starts out strong. Please review the FCPS website for the 2024-2025 school year calendar: https://www.fcps.edu/calendars/standard-school-year-calendar. We look forward to seeing students back on August 19th!
Math Resources for Summer
MathSpace - this summer, current middle school students and high school students will continue to have access to Mathspace through Schoology. Students are encouraged to practice their mathematics through utilizing the Mathspace Skills Check-Ins.
Family Resource Center - family webinars are posted on the FCPS Family Resource Center site with specific mathematics webinars posted under academics. Click the academics tab and the list of mathematics webinars are listed from middle school through High school in multiple languages.
VDOE - Virginia Department of Education has provided resources for families. You will find a list of online resources, eMediaVA online playlists, suggested offline activities for math and much more. VDOE Mathematics Resources for Families
Free math sites -The following resources are free and available for anyone to use. Please note that FCPS does not have a paid subscription to either service.
Zearn online summer math
Khan academy summer site
AP Scores
AP scores will be released to students on July 8. Students should use their College Board login credentials to access their AP scores online at apscore.org. Some scores take longer to process due to later testing or other circumstances. If students don't receive their scores by Aug. 15, have them contact AP Services for Students.
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June 10
Early Release
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June 11
Early Release
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June 12
Last Day of School
Early Release
Attendance will be taken!
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Eid al-Adha - 6/17
Eid al-Adha, or the “Feast of Sacrifice,” is the second of two main holidays celebrated in Islam. Muslims believe that Eid al-Adha signifies the willingness of the Prophet Ibrahim, known as Abraham in Christianity and Judaism, to sacrifice his son, Ismail, as ordered by Allah. It focuses on sacrifice, the pilgrimage to Mecca and giving to those less fortunate.
Monday, June 17, is a holiday for FCPS employees. Schools and offices will be closed.
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Juneteenth - 6/19
Juneteenth commemorates the day in 1865 that word of the Emancipation Proclamation and the end of the Civil War finally reached enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, effectively marking the end of slavery in the United States. Learn more about Juneteenth.
Wednesday, June 19, is a holiday for FCPS employees. Schools and offices will be closed.
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Class of 2025 College Application Workshop – Deadline to Register Friday, June 14
Attention Juniors! The Student Services Department will be holding our annual College Application Workshop on Tuesday, July 30th and Thursday, August 1st. Information covered through this workshop includes: How to get organized, paying for college, The Common App, The SRAR, and kick starting your essay (including an essay book). This is a two-day workshop. Students select either the morning session (8:30am-12:00pm) or the afternoon session (12:30pm-4:00pm). The cost for the workshop is $75. Registration and payment are completed through MySchoolBucks. Students who need financial assistance for this workshop should contact their school counselor. The registration deadline is this Friday, June 14.
MHS Boot Camp - 7/8-10 & 7/22-24
MHS Boot Camp for Rising 9th grade and 10th grade students taking advanced coursework for the 2024-2025 academic year
Boot Camp is an interactive leadership conference where students discuss and practice the qualities required for success in college and in the corporate world. This program is targeted for students who are taking their first AP class. This event will focus on developing five attributes: Teamwork, Communication, Organization, Reading, and Problem Solving (T-CORPS). These skills are those that are most desired by Fortune 500 firms. This hands-on program will actively engage students in the development and use of these skills, while demonstrating their importance.
To go with the military boot camp theme, students will divide into platoons and compete in tasks that will allow them to build and demonstrate these skills. After each task, students will reflect upon their performance and discuss how they can improve.
Boot Camp has four goals:
1. Introduce students to the unique academic challenges of AP coursework.
2. Guide students in skill development with focus on teamwork, communication, organization, reading, and problem solving.
3. Discuss the practical application of these skills inside and outside the classroom.
4. Provide opportunities for students to develop a support network with their peers.
Please note: Only students enrolled as 9th and 10th graders at McLean High School for the 2024 - 2025 school year are eligible for the MHS AP Boot Camp Program. Please complete the electronic form below to reserve a spot. Please complete the Emergency Care Form and email it to mcleanhighschool@fcps.edu by July 5 to complete your registration; Emergency Care Forms are located HERE.
Session 1: Monday, July 8, 2024 - Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Session 2: Monday, July 22, 2024 - Wednesday, July 24, 2024 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Location: McLean High School Registration Link If you have any questions, please email jbarham@fcps.edu.
Freshman Orientation - 8/15
Rising 9th grade (current 8th grade) students and transfer students are invited to the Freshmen and Transfer Student Orientation on Thursday, August 15th at 9:00am. Please check our website later in the summer for more details.
LGBTQIA+ Pride Month
In the month of June, we recognize the resilience and determination of the many individuals who are fighting to live freely and authentically. We stand with those facing an ongoing struggle against discrimination and injustice. This Pride Month, we affirm our obligation to uphold the dignity of all people. Each individual in our school community should feel valued for who they are. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.
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Caribbean American Heritage Month
FCPS celebrates the rich diversity and honors the many contributions of immigrants of Caribbean heritage to our nation during the month of June. Caribbean individuals are some of the most ethnically diverse in the world. There are more than 8.5 million individuals in the United States born in the Caribbean or of Caribbean ancestry. Learn more about Caribbean American Heritage Month.
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📈 SOL Scores Posted in SIS ParentVUE
Families can find Standards of Learning (SOL) reports for spring testing in the SIS ParentVUE Documents section on or before the last day of school. Log in to your ParentVUE account to access the following:
- For all students – the official SOL Score Report with overall and reporting category performance for all spring tests.
- For grade 3-8 students – the SOL Growth Parent Report shows performance over time for state reading and math tests completed this school year.
Visit the FCPS website for additional information about spring assessment reporting practices and timelines.
Need help creating a SIS ParentVUE account? This video walks through the steps. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE.
INOVA Back to School Pediatric Health Fairs
Inova Cares Clinic (ICC) will provide children ages 5 and older with free school entrance physicals and immunizations at summer health fairs for children on Medicaid or who are uninsured. The clinics will take place 9 a.m.-1 p.m. on the following dates:
- Saturday, June 29, at ICC for Children - Manassas
- Saturday, July 20, at ICC for Children - Herndon
- Saturday, August 17, at ICC for Children - Falls Church
Appointments are required; no walk-ins will be allowed. Call 703-698-2550 for an appointment.
No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students
Virtual therapy sessions are available at no cost to FCPS high school students 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. They must also provide consent for their student to access therapy services.
Students may then be referred by a guardian or designated school staff member. Refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or contacting an FCPS school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services.
Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.
Summer Fun for All! Summer Camps and Adapted Recreation
The Family Resource Center (FRC) has a list of dozens of summer camps including general camps, camps for students with a variety of needs, and camps for children of military personnel.
They’ve also prepared a list of adapted resources, sorted by activity, that are inclusive for children and adults of various physical abilities.
Learn more by calling 703-204-3941, emailing FRC@fcps.edu, or visiting the FRC webpage.
Support Still Available for Seniors Applying for College Financial Aid
Parents and students from the Class of 2024 — do you need help completing or correcting your FAFSA or VASA? College Access Fairfax will be holding free clinics throughout the summer at various locations in the county. Clinics are currently scheduled on:
Both the student and a parent/guardian must attend the clinic. Applicants should bring a laptop to events that are not at FCPS sites. Spanish translation will be available.
For more information, to register for a clinic, or to request a one-on-one appointment, please visit College Access Fairfax online. These services are free of charge.
Weekly Reminders
McLean HS Tech Support for Students
If you are experiencing issues with your FCPS issued laptop, please use the link below to enter your information. The tech support team will then get back to you as soon as possible.
We will continue to support students remotely as much as possible. If a computer has been identified as needing hands-on repair, we will schedule an appointment for you to come to the school to exchange it.
Description: This form should be filled out by a student if they are experiencing issues with their FCPSOn laptop.
Please click on the link below to access the Tech Support Request Form.
Parent/Student Support Portal Link:
https://itweb.fcps.edu/itsupport/
McLean High School PTSA Information
Here are some quick links:
Social-Emotional Support Information
Mental Health and Wellness Support Services and Resources
McLean’s Clinical Staff are available to consult with parents and students regarding mental health related concerns and behaviors. They are also able to provide community resources as needed. Please see their contact information below:
Carol Ann Forrest, School Psychologist, CMForrest@fcps.edu
Beverly Parker-Lewis, School Psychologist, baparkerlewi@fcps.edu
Marly Jerome-Featherson, School Social Worker, mjeromefeath@fcps.edu
For more Mental Health and Wellness Information, please check out these Student Wellness Resources, FCPS’s Healthy Minds Blog and the FCPS’s Parent Resource Center.
Emergency Resources
Crisis Link Regional Hotline 703-527-4077
Crisis Text Text NEEDHELP to 85511
Dominion Hospital Emergency 703-536-2000
INOVA Emergency 703-289-7560
Merrifield Center Emergency 703-573-5979 TTY dial 711
Life Threatening 911
FCPS Cares
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