   Atoms Athletics Recap
Golf took on the defending district champion Edison Eagles Tuesday afternoon in the rain at Pinecrest. The Atoms played as well as they could in the elements but were no match for the Eagles as they ran away with the match to get the win. The Atoms hit the final week of their season with senior night Wednesday afternoon vs Mt. Vernon.
Girls Volleyball played two district games this week. First up was Lewis. The match was an exciting back and forth affair but ultimately the play of several atoms and the team overall led their first district win on the season! Game two had the Atoms on the road at TJ Wednesday evening. The Atoms played each set close but couldn't close out to fall short in their match. Freshman and JV continue to get better with the freshman falling in three sets at Lewis while JV got their first win of the season! The Atoms serve it up Monday when they return home to host Edison.
Boys Volleyball looks to be hitting their stride as they won both their district matches this week. Game one saw the Atoms play host to TJ Monday evening. The Atoms were dominant throughout winning the match 3-1. Not much time for rest as the Atoms traveled to Lewis the next evening and held a commanding 2-0 lead before allowing Lewis to fight back and force a fifth set. The Atoms ultimately prevailed but not without sweating it out. The Atoms load the bus up and travel to Edison Monday evening.
Field Hockey is starting to heat up as they prepare for the final few weeks of the season. This week saw the Atoms dominate their two matches, running away from Alexandria City and Falls Church. The Atoms scored early and often to walk away from AC with a 5-2 win. The next night was a pivotal district game against Falls Church. After the dust had settled, the Atoms proved why they are the team to beat in the National District with a 5-1 win. The Atoms return home Monday evening with a non-district game vs Centreville.
Football traveled to Falls Church Friday evening for a matchup in the Beltway Bowl game. If you weren't in attendance then you missed out on an exciting back and forth game between the Atoms and Jaguars. The Atoms went up 7-0 early only to see FC score twice to make it 15-7. The Atoms scored to tie the game at 15 and I could keep doing this but it would be repetitive as both teams traded touchdowns for the remainder of the game. The game ultimately came down the fourth quarter that saw the Jags hold a 36-35 lead with under 6 minutes to play. The Atoms took the ball on the 25 and marched down field to score and make it 42-36 with two minutes to play. On 4th and long the Jags scored on a hook and ladder that took perfect execution to unfortunately put them on top 43-42 to win the game. The Atoms played a great game and should hold their heads high as they prepare to welcome Bishop Ireton to campus next week for HOMECOMING!!
Boys and Girls Cross Country battled the rain and muddy trails Wednesday evening at South Run. The boys team competed well and gave some incredible efforts in the elements, led by freshman Michael Gomola and his third place finish. The girls team were led by Arianna and Cena with their fourth and twelfth place finishes respectively. Both teams continue to hit team best times as they hit their mid season strides. The Atoms lace it up and run a difficult Oatlands course in Leesburg today.
Purchase your Atoms Pass for 2024-2025
(Updated FCPS ticket prices)
Effective with the start of the 2024-2025 school year all FCPS schools will have consistent regular season, district tournament and region tournament entry fees for general admission. Adults (18 and over) will be $7. FCPS students will be $5. Schools will continue to offer free admission to senior citizens and children under 6. The VHSL sets ticket prices for VHSL State Competitions. Schools are not allocated funding for uniforms and consumable supplies and ticket revenue is the primary funding source for those items.
With the new pricing for tickets for FCPS, The Atoms Booster Club’s All-Season passes are a no brainer! The Atoms Pass provides you general admission access to all regular season HOME football, baseball, basketball, soccer, field hockey, lacrosse, volleyball, and wrestling events. With more than nine sports showcased, you can save BIG with the all-season pass! **UPDATED price change for adults**
To purchase your Atoms Pass click here! 24-25 Atoms Booster Pass
Friday Night Lights Expectations
Friday night is HOMECOMING! Come by and check out our tailgate prior to the game from 4:00-6:30pm. We will have an inflatable obstacle course and inflatable foosball as well as food trucks. Get your booster pass or show up early to buy your ticket!
- ALL students will be asked to show their ID or SIS account for entry into the game.
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No backpacks or other bags will be allowed in the stadium. (Students and Adults)
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No outside food or drinks are allowed. The concession stand will be open.
- Students must plan to have their rides waiting for them at 9:30 pm.
- The purpose for attending our football games is to watch the game, cheerleaders, band and dance team.
- We cheer for Annandale and not against our opponent. All cheers should be positive.
- Students planning to attend a game need to leave campus upon school dismissal and return to cheer on the Atoms.
- All students must pre-arrange for transportation and plan to leave immediately after the game.
- Students are expected to be in the stands and not hanging out by the concession stand, bathrooms or other areas; all elementary-aged children must always be supervised by an adult.
- The stadium is now marked with RED and BLACK fence topping. Any section marked in RED means that you are NOT allowed to stand in that area. This is to help keep our athletes safe and the walkways in front of the bleachers clear.
- Anyone who leaves may not re-enter, even with a ticket stub or pass.
- Whistles and similar noisemakers are prohibited.
All elementary and middle school students need a parent/guardian to enter and need to be supervised by an adult while at the game. Any elementary or middle school student in violation of this policy will have parents called immediately and are subject to being excluded from future extracurricular events and ticket money will not be refunded.
Annandale High School Launches Speech & Forensics Team
We are thrilled to announce the formation of Annandale High School's new Speech and Forensics team! This exciting new program offers students an incredible opportunity to develop essential communication, critical thinking, and leadership skills through a diverse array of competitive events. Whether your student enjoys public speaking, debate, acting, or interpretation, there’s a place for everyone on this team.
Speech and Forensics opens doors to various opportunities, including local, state, and even national competitions, while fostering confidence, creativity, and collaboration. With Annandale’s rich diversity, we’re excited to showcase our students' talents and voices in this new program, which will help them thrive both academically and personally.
Don’t miss out on this chance to be part of something special! For more information, contact Speech coach: Megan Mooney, Room 334 .
Debate - The Annandale Debate team enters it’s second year of competition and is excited welcome new and returning members. The team will have its first interest meeting this Monday, September 23 after school in room 291. For more information email Kimberly Falvey
E-Sports - Interested in playing Rocket League, League of Legends or Ultimate Smash Brother’s? Annandale’s E-Sports team will be having their first interest meeting of the year this Wednesday, September 25 after school in the health room. For more information email Mr. Ahmad
Purchase a Red Card!
Each fall, our sports programs sell a discount “Red Card” to raise money for their teams. The red cards include various discounts at local businesses including: Sweet Frog, Jersey Mike’s, Jet’s Pizza, Kilroy’s, Arby’s, Bowlero, Jiffy Lub, and AHS Sports Camps. Red Cards are only $20 and can be used at any of the businesses through September 1, 2025. If you would like to purchase a Red Card, please reach out to a fall athlete or email Brandon Sutphin, Director of Student Activities
Atoms Boosters Concession Stand Help
Attention Parents! Volunteers are needed to sell concessions at games throughout the year, starting with fall sports Football and Volleyball. We welcome any and all parents to volunteer but when parents of a particular sport work a game, a portion of concessions sales directly benefit that team. If you are not able to help directly at home games, there are many ways you can get involved with the Atoms Athletics Boosters by attending our monthly meetings or being a team liaison. Thank you for your support for Atom’s Athletics!
For questions about concession stand sign ups, contact Odessa Murray.
Football Concessions & Spirit Wear
Girls Volleyball Concessions & Spirit Wear
Boys Volleyball Concessions
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Annandale Legacy Wall
Annandale High School has a rich history of success, community support, and strong alumni base that stretches back to its creation in 1954. There is a legacy that surrounds Annandale that many are proud to be a part of as it feels like home to those who have walked our halls. We want to provide our students, alumni, and community members the opportunity to be a part of the Annandale legacy. Looking for a graduation gift, birthday gift, or to share your own legacy with the Annandale community, then purchase an acrylic block for $100, that will be on displayed along the stadium field wall!
To purchase a block and leave your legacy, click here
*Note orders will be made once the quantity reaches 50 purchased blocks*
For more information, contact Brandon Sutphin or Bryan Harris
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Atoms Chairs for Sale
Looking for a piece of Atoms furniture to add to your house?! Purchase an Atoms chair! New chairs were ordered this summer for events around school and we're selling our old chairs. There is a limited amount of chairs so get yours before they're gone! Price is $60 for one, $100 for two. Contact Brandon Sutphin or Bryan Harris to purchase yours!
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Atoms Jibbitz for sale!
Looking for new Annandale swag for your shoes?! Stop by the Activities Office and pick up an Annandale Atoms jibbitz for $5.00! Hurry and get yours before they sell out!
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Boys/Girls Tennis Green Days
Girls/Boys tennis Green Days are held every Thursday at 3:15 on the tennis courts (weather permitting). No experience or equipment is necessary. Students must have a physical on file to participate. Faculty is welcome to join us. See Coach Zaret in Room 287 or 108 if you have questions.
 Partners for Safe Teen Driving
Included in Grade 10 Health & PE is one quarter, or 30-36 hours, of in-classroom driver education. To obtain your driver’s license in Virginia, you must successfully complete, or pass, the classroom portion of driver education. You must also attend a 90-minute parent-teen traffic safety program, Partners for Safe Teen Driving, or PSTD, with a parent or legal guardian. Annandale High School is hosting five (5) PSTD presentations this school year, one each quarter and two during the fourth quarter. They are free to students enrolled in Health & PE 10 at Annandale HS and begin at 630pm in the auditorium. You must attend with a parent or legal guardian, arrive ON TIME, and remain the duration of the presentation for your attendance to be verified. Choose a date convenient for you and your parent or legal guardian. You may attend a session outside of your Driver Education quarter.
Patterns for Safe Teen Driving Dates at Annandale High School:
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Learner's Permit Testing at Annandale
Are you 15 and a half years old (or older) and ready to start your driving journey? Annandale High School is offering the Virginia Learner’s Permit Test after school in Room 43 on various Mondays throughout the school year.
Click HERE for more information.
Any questions can be directed to Lizzie McManus
Weekly Schedule
September 23 - September 28
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