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Woodson Weekly -
October 11
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Woodson Weekly is usually published every Friday to provide the community with important information about school life at Woodson High School.
Mission Statement
Woodson High School’s mission is to empower our community to reach their individual potential by creating a healthy environment of mutual respect, responsibility, equity, and inclusion.
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Important Dates
Monday, October 14th
- Indigenous Peoples' Day; Student Holiday/Staff Development Day
- Power Puff - 9th vs 10th 6:00pm | 11th vs. 12th 7:15pm
- Bonfire - 8:15-9:15pm, behind stadium field
Friday, October 18th - Homecoming Parade, Pig-out, Football vs. Robinson
Saturday, October 19th - Homecoming Dance
Wednesday, October 23rd, 5:00pm - School Rededication Ceremony; Auditorium
Saturday, October 26th - Fall Fest
Thursday, October 31st
- End of 1st Quarter; 2 Hour Early Release
- Senior Portraits Session C, 3:00-7:00pm
 Woodson Administration starts off the spirit week on a high note.
Way to show up in your jersey/team spirit wear!
Message from Mr. Greata
With homecoming on the horizon, Carter G. Woodson High School is gearing up for a busy schedule filled with events and celebrations for our students. This past week, we celebrated our senior athletes from both the girls' volleyball and cross-country teams. Additionally, our coed golf team was the runner up in the regional tournament, sending the entire team to the state tournament this upcoming Tuesday for the first time in over 30 years. Congratulations to all of our student-athletes!
Next Monday, October 14th, is Indigenous People’s Day and a student holiday. Even though there will be no classes, we hope to see lots of students at our Powerpuff games starting at 6:00 pm, followed immediately by our homecoming bonfire—a long-standing tradition at Carter G. Woodson High School.
With the student holiday on Monday, Homecoming Spirit Week kicked off today with team jersey/hat day and will continue next Tuesday. Check out our Kiosk for all the details! We hope to see you on Friday at the parade, pig out, and game. Be sure to wear your red, white, and blue! Students can purchase tickets to the Saturday homecoming dance during lunches for $25. This year’s homecoming theme is City Lights on Hoco Night.
I would like to personally invite everyone to join us on October 23rd at 5:00 pm for the Carter G. Woodson High School Rededication Ceremony. Our mural in the front vestibule was painted this week, and we are excited to share not only this beautiful art with you, but also a night of student work and reflection, special guests, and community celebration. Please join us, and use the RSVP link to let us know you’re coming.
On the academic front, the first quarter will end on October 31st. Now is a great time to check with your student and ensure they have a good plan for a strong finish to the 1st quarter!
Have a great long weekend, and for those that are observing Yom Kippur, may you have an easy fast!
Kevin Greata
Principal
View our Student and Group Recognition webpage!
Woodson Homecoming Activities!
Theme: City Lights on Hoco Night
Powepuff
Monday, October 14, 6:00 PM – Pat Cunningham Stadium
Underclassmen Game: Freshman vs Sophomores – 6:00 PM
Upperclassmen Game : Juniors vs Seniors – 7:15 PM
Homecoming Bonfire
Monday, October 14, 8:15 –9 :15 - Pat Cunningham Stadium
Bonfire will take place behind the stadium – immediately following the conclusion of Power Puff games
Spirit Week
Fri, 10/11 – Hat and Jersey Day
Tue, 10/15 – TWOS Day – Iconic Duos
Wed, 10/16 – Anything But a Backpack Day
Thu, 10/17 – VIP Day – dress like security to protect famous celebrities
Fri, 10/18 – Wear Red, White and Blue
Pep Rally
Thursday, October 17 during 3rd period
Parade
Friday, October 18, 4:30 – 5:15pm
Free Homecoming Dance ticket if you drive your convertible in the Homecoming Parade!
Pre-game Pig-out
Friday, October 18, 5:00 – 6:45pm outside Door #7 by the Outdoor basketball courts.
This is a community event for students and parents. Join us for fun, games, face painting, Moon bounce, food trucks, and more before the Hoco game. Admission is free. Students can purchase a wristband for $5 which gets them unlimited turns on the moon bounce obstacle course, one popcorn, one snow cone, one cotton candy.
Homecoming Dance
Saturday, October 19, 8:00 – 11:00pm
Dance tickets are on sale between the Cafeterias during all lunches and on e-tix Purchase Tickets Online Here No tickets are sold at the door. The dance attire is semi-formal and tickets cost $25.
Students must get prior approval in order to bring a guest that does not attend Woodson HS. Guest request forms are in the main school office and on schoology and are due on Thursday, October 17.
Carter G. Woodson High School Rededication Ceremony
We are thrilled to announce a momentous occasion in the history of our school community. On the afternoon of Wednesday, October 23, we will rededicate our high school under its new name, Carter G. Woodson High School, in honor of the esteemed historian, author, and educator, Dr. Carter G. Woodson.
This event will be open to our entire community. The auditorium has a max room capacity, so please submit your RSVP and notate the total number of guests within your party and we will accommodate as best we can. There will be livestreaming available, which we will communicate to you if your seat request cannot be accommodated.
Calendar Reminders
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Monday, October 14th
Indigenous Peoples’ Day
No School for Students
Staff Development Day
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See the complete school year calendar here.
American Math Contest Info
Students interested in participating in the AMC 10/12 must register on MySchoolBucks by Monday, October 21. The AMC 10/12 will be administered on Tuesday, November 12, at C.G. Woodson High School during 3rd period returns.
The AMC 10 is a 25-question, 75-minute, multiple choice examinations in high school mathematics designed to promote the development and enhancement of problem-solving skills. More Information
Students in grades 9 and 10 take the AMC 10.
Students in grades 11 and 12 take the AMC 12
The fee is $5 payable by Monday, October 21, at Register on MySchoolBucks or pay your math teacher directly.
DECA Competition Judges Needed
As you play the role of a customer, employee, or manager, you will rate student participants as they solve real life business situations. Your expertise is needed in-person to evaluate high school marketing students during the DECA Regional District Competition. The student winners will advance to the DECA State Leadership Conference in Virginia Beach February 28 – March 2, 2025. Judges must be at least 21 years old to participate.
FAIRFAX COUNTY DECA REGIONAL DISTRICT COMPETITION
MONDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2024
Oakton High School 2900 Sutton Road Vienna, VA 22181
Judge Orientation begins at 1:00 pm Competitions should be completed no later than 5:00 pm
To register as a judge, please use this Google Form.
For More Information about the event, please contact: Kelsey Treague, Marketing Teacher, krtreague@fcps.edu
Woodson students and staff surprise Mr. Kevin Greata on National "Hug a Kevin Day"!
Academic Screening and Growth Tests
FCPS uses the Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) Growth assessments to determine students’ strengths and needs in mathematics and reading. Students in select high school math and English courses will participate in these tests. Test results help families and teachers know how to support each student’s learning and development. The Academic Screening, Growth, and Diagnostic Tests webpage provides more information on these tests.
- MAP Growth Reading - students in select English courses
- MAP Growth Math – students in select math courses
English and math teachers use MAP Growth assessments in the fall with all students in the select courses. Some students may retest in winter and spring to provide additional growth data. Tests are delivered within the classroom instructional block. Teachers set specific testing dates for each class. General timing for required screening and growth is available on the Grade Level Tests webpage.
Based on academic screening results, some students may require a reading or math intervention plan. If you have questions about academic screening or growth tests, please contact your student’s English or mathematics teacher.
This weeks Cav Kudos student winners.
Keep up the kindness, Woodson!
Senior Portraits
The next senior portrait session at Woodson will be on October 31st (3-7pm). Appointment sign-ups will be sent out via e-Notify. Appointments are not open for booking yet.
Other upcoming senior portraits sessions at Woodson:
- November 4th 3-8pm
- November 8th 3-8pm
- November 14th & 15th 3-8pm
- November 18th 3-8pm (tentative date)
If you have questions regarding portraits your senior already took, please email seniors@vosphoto.com.
Look to the FUTURE!
Students and their families are invited to the annual Fairfax County Public Schools College Fair and the Two Night Postsecondary Virtual Event.
Register here.
Community Conversations
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.
FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
- Learn About Lexia for Literacy
- Schools Win Exemplar Awards
- Upcoming Community Conversations
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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