Woodson Weekly - Summer Edition

Woodson Weekly

Woodson Weekly -

Summer Edition


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FCPS 2024-25 School Year Calendar


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Thursday, July 4th - Friday, July 5th
Fourth of July Holiday; School Buildings and Offices Closed

Monday, July 8th
Woodson Main Office, CSS Office, Library, and Student Services Deep Carpet Cleaning; Offices Closed


Carter G. Woodson

At Cav Kickoff on August 16th our Student Ambassadors will be hosting a breakout session to discuss upcoming events and engage in learning about Dr. Carter G. Woodson. We are working to secure a guest speaker and we will provide more detailed information about our Art competition. 

To help in our planning, please RSVP and let us know if you plan on submitting art, and/or you would like to attend our breakout session on August 16thRSVP here 

Carter G. Woodson Art Competition

Be a part of Woodson’s historic transition! The Carter G. Woodson Art Competition’s goal is to incorporate the students' art and expressions within Woodson High School’s transition into Carter G. Woodson High School. Artwork submitted will be incorporated into programs, social media, and the school’s decoration. 

Prompts:

  • Transform: Exhibit the transition from W.T. Woodson to C.G. Woodson in a piece of artwork. 
  • Unify: Evaluate how Carter G. Woodson has impacted your community in a piece of artwork. 
  • Empower: Express the achievements of Carter G. Woodson in a piece of artwork.

Art pieces may range in a variety of forms. For more details please view this information document.

Deadline to submit artwork is September 6th, 2024 at 3:00pm.


Important Staff Announcement

It is with mixed emotions that we announce the departure of our esteemed Assistant Principal, Marc Brooks, who will be leaving Woodson High School to accept an assistant principal position in Prince William County. Mr. Brooks’ last day will be Friday, June 28th.

Mr. Brooks has been an integral part of our school community for the past six years, and his impact on our students, staff, and programs has been nothing short of extraordinary. His dedication, passion, and unwavering commitment to excellence have left an indelible mark on our school. During his tenure at Woodson High School, Mr. Brooks has served in multiple roles, including dean and assistant principal, each time bringing his unique blend of leadership and passion to the forefront.

Mr. Brooks has served as the administrator for ESOL, World Languages, Social Studies, Fine & Performing Arts, CSS, Security, Attendance, and our Clinic. His versatility and ability to contribute to numerous aspects of our school's operations have been truly commendable.

We are immensely grateful for the positive changes and initiatives he has championed, which have enriched the educational experience for our students and supported our staff in countless ways. We will miss Mr. Brooks’ sense of humor and calm demeanor most of all.


2024-2025 Important Dates

Monday, August 5th - 1st Day of Fall Sport Tryouts

Thursday, August 15th, 4pm-7pm - Freshmen and New Student Orientation

Friday, August 16th, 9am-11am - Cav Kickoff (open house)

Monday, August 19th - First Day of School

Thursday, August 29th, 5pm-7pm - Cav Carnival

Tuesday, September 10th - BTSN (*New Date*)

Wednesday, October 9th - PSAT/NMSQT and SAT School Day

Friday, October 18th - Homecoming Parade and Football Game

Saturday, October 19th - Homecoming Dance

Monday, December 23rd, 2024 - Friday, January 3rd, 2025 - Winter Break

Monday, April 14th - Friday, April 18th - Spring Break

Wednesday, June 11th - Last Day of SY24-25


Summer Office Hours

The Woodson Main Office will be open on weekdays from 9:00am-12:00pm in the summer.

The office will be closed Thursday, July 4th (holiday), Friday, July 5th (holiday), and Monday, July 8th (office deep cleaning). 

If you need to contact an administrator, please visit our Administration webpage.  

Registrations

Registrations are by appointment only.  Please contact Woodson registrar, Darlene Sheppard at dmsheppard@fcps.edu to schedule an appointment.


Tech Support

Starting June 20th, the Tech Office (Room A112) will be open for technical assistance, troubleshooting, or device repair needs. The hours of operation will be: M - F 9:00 am - 12:00 pm


Class of 2025 Upcoming Senior Portraits

It's time for the Class of 2025 to start scheduling formal senior portraits!

Victor O’Neill Studios is Woodson’s official school photographer. Beat the fall rush and get your portraits done early at the school.

Session A is scheduled for Monday, July 15, 2024 and Tuesday, July 16, 2024. 

Don’t miss this opportunity to be photographed for the yearbook! The required attire for the school’s yearbook pose are traditional Tuxedos and Drapes; provided by us! In addition to the free yearbook session, we also offer sessions that include casual/personality portraits and Cap and Gown portraits.

Please follow the link below to choose your session type and appointment time: https://www.vosphoto.com/woodson  As a friendly reminder, appointments are needed for Senior Portraits.

If you have any questions, please email the Senior Portraits Team: seniors@vosphoto.com and please include your Senior’s First and Last Name and “Woodson Class of 2025” when emailing, for faster assistance.


Cav Carnival Flyer

Join us in August for our Cav Carnival (previously known as Feeder Night)!


Fall Sport Tryouts

Fall sport tryouts will be here before we know it!

  • Golf (First tryout day is August 1st)
  • Football (First tryout day is August 5th)
  • Field Hockey (First tryout day is August 5th)
  • Cheer (First tryout day is August 5th)
  • Girls Volleyball (First tryout day is August 5th)
  • Boys Volleyball (First tryout day is August 5th)
  • Cross Country (First tryout day is August 5th)

In order to tryout for any sports team, students must have the following items submitted and turned in PRIOR to the first day of tryouts:

1) Registered in Activity Registration; submitted by the parent/guardian.

2) Have an updated VHSL Sports Physical turned in to the trainer/Activities Office; Must be dated after May 1, 2024 by a physician. 

 

For coaches contacts and other athletic information please visit our Woodson Athletics website


Stay Connected

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For the most up to date information on activities and ongoing events at Woodson, please follow us on Instagram at @woodsoncavalry AND @wtwoodsonhs.

Athletics can be followed at - @woodsoncavathletics

Follow the Woodson PTSO on Facebook!

Follow the Woodson Library @woodsonlibrary

Follow Woodson Student Services at @wtwstudentsvcs

Follow Woodson College & Career Center at @wtwcareercenter

Follow C.G. Woodson Student Ambassadors at @cgw.studentambs