 |
|
Falls Church Academy is committed to assisting students as they explore their future career interests in the areas of Health and Human Service fields. |
Register for one of these amazing classes at Falls Church Academy to explore and prepare for health and human services careers!! |
|
 |
Falls Church Academy Dates To Remember
-
October 1: Medical Assistant students attend Dome at Inova Heart & Vascular Institute
-
October 3: School Holiday - Rosh Hashanah
-
October 4: Student Holiday - Professional Workday
-
October 7: Fairfax Co. Police Department Helicopter Division
-
October 9: PSAT/SAT Day
-
October 11: Dr. Julie Jung to provide hands on learning to Dental students
-
October 15: Dome Experience for students in Mrs. Argueta's MA class
-
October 17: Jeremy Smith, RDH, to talk to Dental Careers students
-
October 21: Inova Trauma Survivors - Plum Center presentation
-
October 22: Dome Experience for students in Mrs. Portnoy's MA class
-
October 23: VCU Pharmacy to speak to Level 2 Pharmacy Tech student
-
October 25: Dental Screening at Woodburn Elementary
-
October 28: Dental Screening at Woodburn Elementary
-
October 29: Inova Health Services presentation for Medical Assistant and Exploring Health Science
-
October 30: ASL Level 3 students tour Gallaudet University
-
October 31: 2 hour early release - End of 1st Qtr.
-
November 1: Holiday - Diwali
|
Representatives from Inova Health System provided healthcare career information to Falls Church Academy Medical Assistant and Exploring Health Science students. Included in their presentation was information about tuition assistance, advancement opportunities, education and training support at Inova. Falls Church Academy is grateful to have this relationship with the largest hospital campus in Northern Virginia and the second largest healthcare system in Virginia.
Students in the Level 3 and 4 ASL classes spent the day at Gallaudet University learning about the development of Deaf education in the United States. Four speaking and signing interpreters lead a tour of GU's campus while sharing their knowledge of its inception and impact on educating Deaf individuals.
See more on the field trip in this YouTube video created by our ASL teacher, Michael Walton.
Career awareness comes in many forms. As the Fairfax County Police Helicopter Division landed on the baseball field at Falls Church High School, EMT students watched as it landed. In addition, representatives from this division shared their career pathways, what it takes to be a flight medic and a day in the life in their positions. Students asked questions of the career professionals and had the opportunity to climb into the helicopter to see the equipment they use each day. As the helicopter took off the students eagerly took videos and proclaimed "that's so cool!"
Students in the Medical Assistant course learned body systems by drawing their own body on paper and filling in the anatomy.
Students in the Level 2 Dental Careers course received hands-on instruction and skills from Dr. Julie Jung, Dentist from Transcendental in Arlington, VA. Students learned how to prepare for a filling with this exercise.
Parking & Transportation at the Academy |
|
 |
Parking / Transportation: Due to the ongoing renovative at Falls Church High School all Academy students are strongly encouraged to take the free shuttle bus to and from your high school if shuttles are available. Drop-offs and pick-ups will be at Door #4. Shuttle schedules will be posted on our Academy website according to AM, Mid-Day 1, and Mid-Day 2 classes. Student drivers must have an Academy hang tag displayed from their rear view mirror. If you have a base school tag, there is no charge. If you do not have a base school tag, your parking fee is $67.00. Academy parking is located at the Providence Rec Center and student drivers will enter the building through Door #11. Parking is limited and will be prioritized for students without shuttles. For students taking classes at the Plum Center, parking is available in the Plum Center parking lot.
 |
|
Cell Phone Policy at Falls Church HS Academy |
Falls Church High School has been selected as one of the schools to pilot the new phone-free initiative, beginning September 3. This includes all students attending Falls Church Academy classes as well. Even if the student's base school is not included in this pilot, all Academy students will adhere to this same policy when in Academy classes. Students will need to store cell phones in central storage units in each classroom. Airpods must be secured in the storage unit or placed in backpacks. Smartwatches must be off or on airplane mode. More information will be shared in class.
Attendance: Good attendance is paramount to your success at Falls Church Academy. Our courses are performance-based so it’s absolutely critical you are here to participate. When reporting absences, parents must contact both their child’s base school and Academy attendance offices. The Academy Attendance number is 703.207.4011
For additional academic support at Falls Church Academy, we encourage you to contact:
Emarinn Oundee, Academy School Counselor: eaoundee@fcps.edu
Jill Burrer, Career Experiences: jdburrer@fcps.edu
Rosie Schubring, ESOL Support for Multilingual Learners: raschubring@fcps.edu
Gina Lintott, Special Education: gmlintott@fcps.edu
Muriel Hills, Special Education: mmhills@fcps.edu
I know our courses will make a powerful impact on your education and future decision making. We will provide you with state-of-the-art equipment and professional expertise. I hope you take full advantage of all our courses and become a self-directed and independent learner. Please contact my Administrative Assistant, Karen Fields at 703-207-4011 or kmfields1@fcps.edu with any questions or concerns.
Respectfully,
Bill McGreevy
Administrator - Falls Church Academy
Follow us on:
to stay up to date with important announcements and events!
|
