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 EHS Eagle Takes Flight - Literally!
Alex Lammers (11th grade) recently obtained his student pilot certification and successfully completed his first solo flight. To achieve this, students are required to complete written coursework (ground school) and also in-air instruction on aerodynamics, weight and balance calculations, weather, navigation, communications systems, and more.
As Alex continues his flight training, he is now working on cross-country flights and then instrumentation certification. He is determined to earn his private pilot license as soon as he is eligible (age 17 - June 2025). His ultimate goal is to pursue a career in commercial aviation as a pilot.
The teachers at Edison have played a vital role in Alex's success, preparing him to communicate effectively, be prepared, be confident, and take prudent risks—qualities that are just as important in the cockpit as they are in the classroom.
Alex takes lessons out of Potomac Airfield through Aero Elite, which is a program that was co-founded by FCPS School Board member Kyle McDaniel.
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Oct 4 - Feeder Night and Deck Bowl
Oct 8 - Edison Band Parents Organization meeting 6pm in the Band Room
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 15 - PTSA meeting 7pm
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
Good afternoon, Edison Eagles!
I hope everyone had a great week! As we head into the weekend, I want to send a huge thank you to our custodial staff. We are so fortunate to have such a dedicated team who work tirelessly to keep our building a clean, safe, and welcoming place for all of us. Your hard work does not go unnoticed, and we truly appreciate everything you do to make Edison a great place to learn and work.
Tonight, we have an exciting event: our Blue Out football game against Lewis High School! This is not just any game; it’s our Deck Victory Bowl, where we will honor the memory of our late colleague, Sherman Deck. In addition, it’s Feeder Night, and we can’t wait to welcome our future Eagles to the field! Be sure to arrive by 6:30 p.m. to join in on the fun. The first 150 kids will receive a special Future Eagle T-shirt, and we’ll have Eagle tattoos and games in the End Zone for everyone to enjoy. It’s going to be a fantastic night!
Looking ahead, please note that PSAT/SAT Day is coming up on October 9th. Only students who are testing—10th and 11th graders for the PSAT, and 12th graders who signed up for the SAT—need to attend school that day. 9th graders and all other 12th graders will have assignments to complete from home. Please mark your calendars!
Finally, if you haven’t already, please check your email from September 30th for a message with the subject line "Please complete the FCPS Cell Phone Pilot Student Survey." We would love to hear your feedback about our cell phone policy, and your input is essential in helping us move forward. We need everyone’s voice, so please take a few minutes to complete the survey!
Thank you for your continued support of Edison High School. I hope to see you all tonight at the game—Go Eagles!
Have a wonderful weekend,
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.
Families should have received an E-proof via email.
Please remember to check your spam.
For any questions about your student's school pictures please contact: underclass@vosphoto.com
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.
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Congratulations to our skills USA HVAC State Fair 5th place winners, Yitzak Valdez and Fin Brandt form West Springfield! |
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Congratulations to our Skills USA Electrical Stat Fair Winners!
1st place - Landon Bradstreet
Hayfield Secondary
4th Place - Ash Dugan
Edison HS
8th Place -
Edwin Solis Victoriano
Justice HS
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Edison High School is committed to ensuring that all our students have the resources and support they need throughout the school year to reach their full potential in school and within the community. The Family Assistance Questionnaire is entirely optional and confidential. You only need to complete the questionnaire if you are interested in receiving assistance. The questionnaire is available online in English and Spanish. Paper copies and questionnaires in other languages are available upon request. If you have any questions, please contact our Family Liaison, Luisa Espinoza, at leespinoza@fcps.edu or 703-924-8200.
Link to Family Assistance Questionnaire
English: https://tinyurl.com/EHSassistance
Spanish: https://tinyurl.com/EHSasistencia
 Learn more about the Band: www.edisonband.org
EHS Marching Eagles earned 3 awards at last weekend's competition: Best Guard, Best Percussion, Best Visual Effect (tie). They placed 2nd overall in their division!
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EBPO Meeting: Band Parents are invited to the next meeting of EBPO on Tuesday, Oct. 8 at 6pm. Meet us in the Band Room. All current and prospective band families welcome!
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Upcoming Performances: Look for the Band this Friday night at the Football Game vs. Lewis HS and then on Saturday in Competition at South County HS.
This event is designed for students with developmental and intellectual disabilities who will need continuing support after they exit FCPS.
Each fall, Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS), the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB), and the Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) sponsor Moving on to Life in the Community: A Resource Fair. This event is designed for students with disabilities and their families to speak to adult agency and vendor representatives to gather information about available services for adults in need of ongoing support once they transition from FCPS. Agency representatives will be available to share information on adult service providers, employment and training programs, Medicaid, Social Security, residential options, and The Arc of Northern Virginia.
When: Wednesday, November 13th, 2024, from 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Where: Fairfax High School Cafeteria
3501 Lion Run
Fairfax, VA 22030
What: Exhibitor Fair
Learn about: supported employment options, day support programs, recreation/leisure activities, residential living options, travel training supports, advocacy, funding, and more!
Register online: https://tinyurl.com/ycx4bwec
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Congratulations to sophomore Owen Love, who won the National District Golf Championship with a low score of five under par 67. Owen won the championship by seven strokes! |
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Congrats as well to seniors Emily Love and Ben Podoff who led the Golf Team to a second-place finish in the district. The team qualified for Regions next week.
Good luck to them and the rest of the team!
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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.
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.
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
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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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- In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
- All FCPS Schools Accredited
- How FCPS Is Teaching Reading and Writing
- Become a Special Education Teacher
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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