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Upcoming Events
December 6: NOVA Wrestling Classic, all day
December 10: Winter Band Concert, 7pm
December 12: Academy MTAS Cabaret, 7pm
December 13: FX Players CollaBRRRet, 6:30pm
December 23 - Jan 3: FCPS Winter Break, All Schools Closed
January 6: Classes Resume, Blue Day
January 7-8: Academic Emphasis
January 9: Curriculum Fair
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December 6, 2024
December to Remember Kicks Off at FHS!
Fairfax High School is off to a PAWSome start this December! Our student equity team has been hard at work, leading powerful lessons for our 9th-grade students on how to be an upstander when they see something wrong. We're incredibly proud of their commitment to creating a positive and inclusive school environment.
The excitement doesn't stop there! This week, we were thrilled to host our friends from Katherine Johnson Middle School for a fantastic pyramid orchestra concert. The beautiful music brought our schools together and showcased the incredible talent of our young musicians. We also spotted the PAWSitively dynamic FHS Chorus out and about spreading the sounds of the season through carols.
Seniors are abuzz with excitement as college acceptances and scholarship recognitions start rolling in! We're so proud of all their hard work and can't wait to see what the future holds for each of them. A big shout-out to all of our Lions who took the ASVAB this week. We applaud your dedication to exploring future opportunities.
FHS is thrilled to be a lighthouse school, leading the way in exploring how AI prompting can enhance teaching and learning in the classroom. We're eager to see how this innovative technology can benefit both our teachers and students.
Stay tuned for more exciting events and activities throughout December.
Included in this issue:
Student Spotlight
Calendar Reminders:
- Bhodi Day, Dec. 8
- Saturday School Days for Second Quarter
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End of Quarter/SIS ParentVUE Closes: January 28
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Teacher Workday: January 29
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SIS ParentVUE Opens: February
Fairfax Lions Need to Know:
- Preparing for Winter Weather
- 2025-26 FAFSA Form Now Available
- Winter Resources
Fairfax Lions Nice to Know:
- Mental Health Teletherapy
- NOVA Wrestling Classic - Donations Needed!
- Do You want to be a Science Fair Judge?
- Quick Links
Fairfax HS PTSA
- City of Fairfax ArtScreen: Spirited Away
- Join the PTSA or Donate Today
🗓️Calendar Reminders
Bodhi Day, Dec. 8
Bodhi Day, Friday, December 8, is the Buddhist holiday that commemorates the day that the historical Buddha, Siddhartha Gautama (Shakyamuni), experienced enlightenment, also known as bodhi in Sanskrit and Pali.
See the complete school year calendar.
Saturday School Dates
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No sign up needed! Students report to the library from 9AM to 12PM. Snacks provided.
NO transportation provided.
Quarter 2 Dates:
December 7, 14
January 11, 18, 25
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❄️ Preparing for Winter Weather!
Winter weather will be here before you know it! Watch this video to see how weather-related closing decisions are made.
FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated.
Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange for childcare if needed.
Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities
We will monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories which may prevent children from being outside. Make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outdoors. See the National Weather Service’s tips on staying safe during cold weather.
If you need assistance supplying your child with cold-weather clothing, please call Fairfax County's Coordinated Services Planning at 703-222-0880. Their multilingual staff can assist with any challenges you are facing, including food, shelter, employment, financial assistance, and health care.
2025-26 FAFSA Form Now Available
The 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now available. Any college-bound high school senior — regardless of income — who wants to be considered for federal, state, and school financial aid programs should complete a FAFSA form.
Parents and caregivers are encouraged to work with their children to complete the FAFSA as early as possible. Check each college’s financial aid office webpage for deadlines and financial aid forms. Then, create an account, if you have not already done so, and fill out the FAFSA.
The Virginia Alternative State Aid (VASA) application will be available in late January for students who are unable to complete the FAFSA. To help determine which aid option is right for you, visit the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia website.
Get Help Filling out FAFSA From College Access Fairfax
Over the next few months, College Access Fairfax will be offering several programs on completing the FAFSA/VASA and finding and applying for scholarships. Get information on these programs and how to access them on the College Access Fairfax website.
In addition, College Access Fairfax staff are available for virtual one-on-one help sessions to complete the FAFSA/VASA. To request an appointment, families should email appointments@CollegeAccessFairfax.org.
Spanish: Ya está disponible el formulario FAFSA 2025-26La Solicitud Gratuita de Ayuda Federal para Estudiantes (FAFSA) 2025-26 ya está disponible. Cualquier estudiante de último año de secundaria que vaya a la universidad - independientemente de sus ingresos - que quiera ser considerado para los programas de ayuda financiera federal, estatal y escolar debe completar un formulario FAFSA.
Se anima a los padres y tutores a trabajar con sus hijos para completar la solicitud de FAFSA lo antes posible. Consulte la página web de la oficina de ayuda financiera de cada universidad para conocer los plazos y los formularios de ayuda financiera. A continuación, cree una cuenta, si aún no lo ha hecho, y complete la FAFSA.
La solicitud de Ayuda Estatal Alternativa de Virginia (VASA) estará disponible a finales de enero para los estudiantes que no puedan completar la FAFSA. Para ayudarte a determinar qué opción de ayuda es la más adecuada para ti, visita el sitio web del Consejo Estatal de Educación Superior de Virginia.
Obtenga ayuda para llenar la FAFSA de College Access Fairfax
En los próximos meses, College Access Fairfax ofrecerá varios programas sobre cómo llenar la FAFSA/VASA y cómo encontrar y solicitar becas. Obtenga información sobre estos programas y cómo acceder a ellos en el sitio web de College Access Fairfax.Además, el personal de College Access Fairfax está disponible para sesiones virtuales de ayuda individual para completar la FAFSA/VASA. Para solicitar una cita, las familias deben enviar un correo electrónico a appointments@CollegeAccessFairfax.org.
2025 FCPS Gap Year Fair
FCPS’ School Counseling Services and Go Overseas are co-hosting the annual FCPS Gap Year Fair on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at George C. Marshall High School from 6:00-8:30 p.m. This event is for high school students and parents who are interested in learning more about the growing array of gap year opportunities. The evening will begin with a presentation in the auditorium from 6:00-6:45 p.m. Immediately following, the program fair will be held in the cafeteria from 6:45-8:30 p.m., with representatives from over 30 programs offering gap year opportunities. Students and their families are encouraged to meet the representatives and learn about the variety of experiences available.
Students are encouraged to pre-register for this event. For more information, visit: USA Gap Year Fairs.
**In the event of inclement weather on Tuesday, January 28, 2025: The Gap Year Fair will be held on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at the same time and location.
Winter Resources from Fairfax County Agencies
🍲 Food Assistance and Resource Guide
Food insecurity impacts more than 96,000 Fairfax County residents. There are many resources available to support those who need food assistance. Learn how to help these families and the many resources available to support those who need food assistance on Fairfax County’s website or view the county’s Human Services Resource Guide.
📚 Bundle Up With Books Over Break
Fairfax County Public Library’s (FCPL) winter reading adventure has begun and will continue through Friday, January 31, 2025. Visit your local FCPL library branch or visit their website to register and get a sneak peek at the prizes being offered.
Check out their Winter Reading Events webpage to learn about laser tag, movie nights, crafting sessions, Noon-Year Eve celebrations, and book discussions.
⛄ Get Outdoors for Winter Fun!
The Fairfax County Park Authority has rounded up its seasonal fun into a handy list of events happening across the county.
Learn more about the Winter Wonderland and the Holiday Train at Burke Lake Park, Holiday on the Farm at Frying Pan Farm Park, and many more fun events.
Fairfax Lions Nice to Know:
💻 No-Cost Mental Health Teletherapy for All High School Students
Is your high schooler experiencing anxiety, behavior changes, or challenges with peer and family relationships? If so, you may refer your child for weekly therapy with a licensed therapist through Hazel Health. Visit the Teletherapy webpage for information on this service.
NOVA Wrestling Classic - Donations Needed!
Hey, Fairfax, we need your help! Fairfax High School is again hosting the NOVA Wrestling Classic on Friday, December 6, and Saturday, December 7. This tournament involves 32 schools and over 400 wrestlers and the proceeds from this tournament benefit ALL Fairfax HS Athletic teams! Fairfax will host a Hospitality Room to feed the Referees, Athletic Trainers, Coaches, and Tournament Staff. We are asking for help in providing food donations for lunch and dinner on Friday. If you are able, please consider donating to this hospitality room!
Please use this SIGN-UP GENIUS to donate, but we can accept any and all donations not included on the sign-up.
Here are some suggestions, but ANY type of food donation is GREATLY appreciated!
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Main Dish items: Burritos, Chicken Wings/Nuggets/Tenders, Pizza, Pasta, BBQ, Meatballs, Casseroles, Sandwiches, Hotdogs/Hamburgers, Lunch meat sandwiches in baggies, etc.
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Salads: Tossed, Pasta, Potato, Jello, Fruit, Tuna, Chicken, Cole Slaw, etc; also Fresh Fruit or Veggie Trays
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Side Dish Items: Baked Beans, Green Beans, Rice/Rice Dishes, Mac & Cheese, Mashed Potatoes, etc.
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Baked Potato Bar: 25+ Baked Potatoes already baked and individually wrapped in foil, plus fixings such as butter, sour cream, bacon bits, etc.
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Fresh Fruit: Bananas, Apples, Oranges, Grapes, etc.
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Desserts: Cookies, Brownies, Cupcakes, etc.
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Breakfast Foods: Bagels & Cream Cheese, Muffins, Donuts, Fruit, Juice
- Cases of Water
Again, please note that the proceeds from this tournament benefit ALL Fairfax HS Athletic Teams!!!
If you are able and willing to donate to our event, we would greatly appreciate it! For any donations, please deliver the items to the Field House concession stand or Auxiliary Gym on Friday, December 6, 2024 (before, during, and/or after school, 7:00am-4:00pm). Label all dishes, which will be available for pick up from the concession stand on Monday, December 9, 2024.
If you have any questions, please feel free to email Cathy Horacek at: cshoracek@fcps.edu.
Thank you in advance for supporting the Fairfax Athletics!
Science Fair Judges Needed!
Are you a scientist, engineer, or science enthusiast?
Do you have a passion for discovery and helping students shine?
We're looking for volunteer judges to evaluate projects at our Fairfax HS Science Fair on February 1, 2025!
Your expertise, enthusiasm and constructive feedback can make a lasting impact on budding, young scientists.
District News - In Case You Missed It
- In case you missed it in FCPS This Week - Dec. 4, 2024, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
- Family Academy Orientation
- Literacy Resources
- Winter Programs and Activities
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Quick Links
throughout the year:
Fairfax HS PTSA
Table of Contents:
- Mental Health Teletherapy
- Join the PTSA or Donate Today
Dec. 6 @ Sherwood: City of Fairfax ArtScreen shows Spirited Away
ARTScreen celebrates the arts with a Free film series on Friday evenings in the City of Fairfax. Complimentary popcorn, candy & refreshments!
Join us tonight, Dec. 6, for Spirited Away: (2001) PG – During her family’s move to the suburbs, a sullen 10-year-old girl wanders into a world ruled by gods, witches and spirits, and where humans are changed into beasts. An anime film. Doors open at 6:30pm • Film starts at 7:00pm
https://www.fairfaxva.gov/government/parks-recreation/cultural-arts
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Parent/Adult: $20, Teacher/Staff: $12, FHS Student: $8.
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