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Oct 3 - Religious/Cultural Observance Day - Rosh Hashanah - No school
Oct 4 - Teacher Workday - No school for students
Oct 4 - Edison Feeder Night and Deck Bowl 6:30pm
Oct 9 - PSAT/SAT Day -9th graders & 12th graders not taking SAT stay home
Oct 14 - Indigenous People Day - School Plan Day -No school for students
Oct 18 - Homecoming Game
Oct 19 - Homecoming Dance
Oct 20 - FCPS College Fair at George Mason University
Oct 31 - End of the 1st Quarter
Nov 1 - Religious/Cultural Observance Day - Diwali - No school
Nov 4 - Teacher Workday - No school for students
Nov 5 - Teacher Workday & Election Day - No school for students
Nov 11 - Veterans Day - No school
Nov 27 - 29 - Thanksgiving Break - No school
 National Merit Scholar Commended Students
Victoria Bujoreanu, Jordan Najia, Aiden Singh, Daniel Murphy, Isabella Bean
Good afternoon, Edison Eagles!
This week was filled with opportunities to connect and celebrate our Edison community.
It was great seeing our senior parents at Senior Night on Tuesday. Hearing about the supports for senior year, including homecoming, graduation, and prom, reminded me how exciting this year will be for our seniors! We’re all in for a memorable year ahead.
I also enjoyed connecting with our parents at the PTSA meeting, and it was a great bonus to have some of our students join the conversation. Hearing your insights is so valuable, and I appreciate everyone’s participation and engagement.
On Wednesday, we hosted a Club Fair for our 9th graders and students new to Edison, providing them with an opportunity to explore different ways to get involved and connect with the school. I hope everyone found something they’re excited about and ready to dive into!
Additionally, I had a wonderful time talking with parents at the Parent Coffee this past Wednesday. For those who couldn’t attend, don’t worry—we are aiming to host monthly coffees, and I look forward to more opportunities to connect.
Wednesday was also a special day for our golf seniors, as we celebrated their hard work and accomplishments over the past four years. Congratulations to all our golf seniors for your dedication!
Looking ahead, on Monday, all parents, students, and staff will receive an email to participate in a survey about our cell phone policy. Your feedback is crucial, and I encourage everyone to take a moment to share their thoughts and help shape our policy moving forward.
On October 2nd, we will celebrate Custodial Staff Appreciation Day. Our custodial staff works tirelessly to ensure our building is clean and safe, creating a positive learning environment for everyone. We couldn’t do our jobs without them, so if you’re at the school, please take a moment to thank a custodian for their hard work.
As a reminder, there will be no school for students on October 3rd and 4th. On October 4th, we will host our Feeder Night and the Deck Bowl football game, where we will honor the late Sherman Deck for his contributions to both the Edison and Lewis communities. Our feeder school students will also have the chance to run the field before the game, and we look forward to seeing everyone there to support our Eagles!
Thank you all for a great week, and have a wonderful weekend!
Go, Eagles!
Amanda Burke
Principal
All 10th and 11th grade students should be in attendance on October 9 to take the PSAT. Only seniors who already signed up for the SAT should report to school that day. All other seniors will have an unscheduled day and do not report to school. Registration for the SAT has closed, and we cannot accept
any late registrations at this point.
All 9th graders, except those who participate in our adapted curriculum program, will have an unscheduled day and should stay at home on October 9.
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The last photo opportunity for senior photos is Monday, November 18, and Tuesday, November 19, 2024! These are the last dates for photos! Don’t miss this opportunity to be photographed for the yearbook! The required attire for the school’s yearbook pose is traditional Tuxedos and Drapes, provided by Victor O'Neill Studios! In addition to the free yearbook session, there are also sessions that include casual/personality portraits and Cap and Gown portraits. |
Please follow the link to choose your session type and appointment time: www.vosphoto.com/thomasedison.
 Class of 2025 sitting for their Senior Panoramic
Edison will host a School Site Immunization Clinic on October 7th, in collaboration with the Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD). Only students enrolled at Edison may participate in the clinic.
The following immunizations will be offered during school hours at the School Immunization Clinic:
- Meningococcal Conjugate (MenACWY) Vaccine
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Tetanus, Diphtheria, & Pertussis (Tdap) Vaccine
Find additional information for each vaccine.
If you would like your child to receive immunizations as part of the School Site Immunization Clinic, you must first provide:
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Permission via a signed Adolescent Vaccine Clinic Consent Form, which can be found in the Middle and High School Clinics section on this webpage.
- A copy of their immunization records (if available).
- A copy of the front and back of their insurance card (if applicable). Insurance is not required.
Please bring your signed consent form to our front office by September 30th in order for your child to participate. If your child is insured, please submit a copy of the front and back of your child’s insurance to our front office as well. You may contact our school’s public health nurse, Kelly Clancy at kclancy@fcps.edu with any immunization questions.
 Blue Star Families Lunch
Safeway Pharmacy will be providing immunizations for all FCPS students at no cost! Parents or guardians may schedule an appointment and provide consent for their student(s). The immunization clinics are being held at Frost Middle School, 4101 Pickett Rd. Fairfax, VA 22032, on:
Tuesday, October 8, 3 to 7 p.m.
Saturday, October 12, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Students under the age of 19, with a scheduled appointment and parental consent, must be accompanied by their parent, guardian, or another adult over the age of 18.
Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are highly encouraged to avoid wait times. A parent or guardian must accompany walk-in students under the age of 19 in order to provide consent.
 Students checking out different clubs during our Activities Fair
Children go through a lot of changes, and it can be hard to tell if their behavior is developmentally appropriate or if they could benefit from mental health support. It’s important to talk to your child and pay attention to their actions, especially these warning signs:
- Increased irritability, hyperactivity, energy, and/or aggressive behavior.
- Excessive sadness, hopelessness, or worries.
- Loss of appetite, or significant weight gain or loss.
- Lack of sleep or too much sleep.
- A decline in grades, school avoidance, or attendance concerns.
- Alcohol or drug use.
- Withdrawal from activities and/or friends and family.
- Thoughts of harming themselves or others.
If you notice any of these warning signs or feel your child may be experiencing a mental health challenge, help is available. Please contact Kayla Callister, our school psychologist at kcallister@fcps.edu, to discuss your concerns and identify resources. Find additional ways to support your child’s wellness.
If you or someone you care about is experiencing a mental health crisis such as thoughts of harming themselves or others, please take action right away. Call 988, go to the nearest emergency room, or contact the Sharon Bulova Center for Community Health Emergency Services at 703-573-5679.
High school students can access virtual mental health services at no cost through an FCPS program with Hazel Health. Their therapists are licensed and also trained in teen-specific challenges.
Students may be referred by a guardian or designated staff member and participate in weekly video therapy sessions. The therapists will work with students until they achieve their therapy goals, or they can help connect families with long-term mental health services in the community if needed.
Learn more about teletherapy for high school students.
 Students checking out different clubs during our Activities Fair during returns on Wednesday.
How to report an absence
Attendance Emails are no longer accepted or monitored.
Edison Attendance Office 703-924-8080
All Day- Call and leave a message, ParentVue, or drop off a note
Late Arrival- Call and leave a message, or send your student in with a note
Early Release- Call and leave a message, or send your student in with a note
Please note: Last minute check outs can take up to 30 minutes to retrieve your student
Is your student doing amazing things outside of school that you want to shine a light on? We want to hear from you! Fill out our Student Spotlight Form and let us know. Your student could be featured in our newsletter!
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Order your yearbook at:
www.yearbookordercenter.com
school code: 5211
Yearbook Advisor Vanessa Briggs
Visit us on instagram@edison.ybk
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🎤 Our Schools, Our Future: Register Today for a Community Conversation!
Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid will host a series of Community Conversations this fall. She invites you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Click the dates below to register for any of the following conversations:
Events take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.
The school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
- FCPS Wants to Further Support Military Families
- Sign and Return SR&R
- Upcoming Immunization Clinics
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
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