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Upcoming Events
December 21: NO Saturday School. Enjoy break!
December 23 - Jan 3: FCPS Winter Break, All Schools Closed
January 6: Classes Resume, FHS Blue Day
January 6: Cultural Observance: Three Kings Day/Epiphany
January 7: Cultural Observance: Orthodox Christmas
January 7-8: Academic Emphasis
January 9: Curriculum Fair
January 11: Saturday School 9am-12pm
January 14: College Planning Night for the Class of 2026, FHS Auditorium @ 7pm
January 18: Saturday School 9am-12pm, Library
January 20: Holiday (Martin Luther King, Jr’s Birthday/ Inauguration Day)
January 21: PTSA Meeting, Library, 7pm-8pm
January 21: ANG Meeting, Library, 8pm-9pm
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December 20, 2024
Happy FAIRFAX Friday Family and Friends,
As the snow was sprinkling down outside today and I watched some of our classes coming out to catch a glimpse, the smiles and laughter were so very magical and fulfilling. My hope is that your winter break has many moments of peace, rest, and JOY. We are so appreciative of our partnerships with our families and community.
This week we have had lots of Fairfax FUN. We sang in the cafeteria, we played minute to win it games, we enjoyed a pep rally, shared holiday treats, competed in gingerbread making, added some hallway pizzazz with door decorating and we also finished many major assignments. We hope each of our students is closing out this year feeling supported and comfortable with their classes, our community, and the many opportunities they have to achieve their goals.
We look forward to seeing everyone back here in the NEW YEAR. We thank you for your collaboration and support of our school.
Warmest regards,
✨ Happy Holidays from the Admin Team!!
From us to you ~ enjoy our holiday greeting 🎶
Included in this issue:
Student Spotlight
- Best Buddies
- Robotics Team Results
- Teachers for Tomorrow
Staff Spotlight
- Fairfax HS Outstanding Employee Winners
Calendar Reminders:
- Winter Break, Dec. 23 - Jan. 3
- New Year's Day, January 1
- Three Kings Day, January 6
- Orthodox Christmas, January 7
Fairfax Lions Need to Know:
- Be the First to Hear about Closings and Delays
- Winter Resources
Fairfax Lions Nice to Know:
- Mental Health Teletherapy
- Academy Open Houses Begin in January
- District News - In Case You Missed It
- Quick Links
Fairfax HS PTSA
- Boundary Review Meetings
- Meeting Reminders
- Join the PTSA!
Best Buddies Program
The best buddies program is an opportunity for students with disabilities to interact with their non-disabled peers. Our program at Fairfax matches students with a buddy and the students meet during Lion Time to share different activities. During our holiday party students watched a holiday movie and made paper snowflakes. A great time was had by all!
Robotics Team Wins 1st Place "Connect" Award!
On December 15th, the FHS Robotics Team, which consists of Ibtihal Hanna, Khalid Amikishiyev, Joshua Khilnani, Vedik Vajja, Benedict Thomas and Adel Al Jumaily, won the first place “connect” award at the robotics competition held at Deep Run High School, Glen Allen, VA.
They also came in 7th out of the 34 teams that competed at the event. Thanks and appreciation to our parent menor, Mr. Manchanda.
Geeta Sridharan
Chemistry Teacher
Robotics Club Sponsor
Teachers for Tomorrow
FHS hopes to inspire the next generation of teachers by offering the courses Teachers for Tomorrow 1, and Teachers for Tomorrow 2. The TFT 2 course offers students two internship experiences to help them learn from the experts. Addie Curry, Emmanuel Caiza Avila and Erin Despres started their Katherine Johnson Middle School internships in September and finished last week. They grew so much as educators and are excited to continue learning in January! Well done, Lions!! 🦁🍎
🏆Outstanding Employee Winners
L-R, top to bottom: Amy Hard, Ginny Cate, Anna Cannon, Kyu Kil
Thank you to everyone who submitted nominations for our Outstanding Staff.
Fairfax High School is excited to announce the school-based winners for the FCPS Outstanding Employee Awards. We were thrilled with over 86 nominees across the variety of categories.
Excellence Award Winners:
- Outstanding Teacher: Kyu Kil, Biology Teacher
- Outstanding New Teacher: Anna Cannon, Math Teacher
- Outstanding Leader: Dana Walker, Assistant Principal
- Outstanding Professional: Amy Hard, Career Experience Specialist, Fairfax Academy
- Outstanding Operational: Ginny Cate, Administrative Assistant
- Outstanding Principal: Georgina Aye
Congratulations! We are lucky to have such dedicated, hard-working employees in our Lion Community. Our hope is that each of these amazing LIONS will move on in the process to represent the region.
🗓️Calendar Reminders
As a reminder, winter break will be held Monday, December 23, to Friday, January 3. To help make sure you and your children have a restful break, we have asked that no homework be assigned during this time. Teachers may assign long-range assignments in the weeks ahead of the break, allowing students to practice time management skills, but no assignments will be due immediately following the break. We look forward to welcoming students back in the new year.Classes resume on Monday, Jan. 6, 2025.
See the complete school year calendar.
🎉New Year's Day, January 1 - Welcome 2025!
Happy New Year, FCPS Fam! We look forward to seeing students and staff on Monday, January 6, 2025, when all FCPS schools and offices will reopen.
https://www.fcps.edu/calendars/standard-school-year-calendar
Three Kings Day, January 6
FCPS has designated Three Kings Day/Epiphany as a religious and cultural observance day. There is school on these days, however specific events that cannot be made up will not be held on these observance days. See the complete school year calendar.
Orthodox Christmas, January 7
FCPS has designated Orthodox Christmas as a religious and cultural observance day. There is school on these days, however specific events that cannot be made up will not be held on these observance days. See the complete school year calendar.
❄️ Be Among the First to Hear About School Delays/Closings
Watch this video to see how FCPS makes weather closing decisions.
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 among the first to hear about weather delays and closings! Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE. Emails and text messages are sent to parents and caregivers based on the addresses and cell phone numbers entered on this platform.
Spanish: ❄️ Sea uno de los primeros en enterarse de los retrasos/cierres de escuelas
Mire este video para ver como FCPS toma decisiones sobre cierres por mal tiempo.
El sitio web de FCPS es generalmente el primer lugar para enterarse de los cierres de emergencia por el clima. Otros canales de comunicación serán usados lo más pronto posible, incluyendo correo electrónico, texto, medios sociales, y estaciones de noticias. Aprenda más sobre cómo se comunican los cambios de horario.Sea uno de los primeros en enterarse de los retrasos y cierres por mal tiempo. Actualice su información de contacto en SIS ParentVUE. Los correos electrónicos y mensajes de texto se envían a los padres en función de las direcciones y números de teléfono móvil introducidos en esta plataforma.
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.
🗓️ Save the Date: Academy Open Houses Begin in January!
FCPS high school academies will hold open houses for interested students beginning in January.
A high school academy is a center within a high school that offers advanced technical and specialized courses to prepare students for postsecondary education and/or career fields. Students enrolling in academy elective courses will be provided with opportunities to participate in a variety of career experiences including shadowing, mentoring, or internships with local businesses.
Chantilly Academy: January 8
Fairfax Academy: February 4
Falls Church Academy: January 9
Learn more: https://bit.ly/41vtnk1 or visit fcps.edu and search for “Academies and Specialized Programs."
District News - In Case You Missed It
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
- Dual Language Immersion Lottery Registration
- Be Among the First to Hear About Closings/Delays
- Fall 2024 Sports Champions
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Spanish: En caso de que se lo haya perdido en FCPS This Week, la división escolar compartió actualizaciones sobre los siguientes temas y otros:
- Inscripción para la Lotería del programa de Inmersión en Dos Idiomas
- Sea uno de los primeros en enterarse cuando las escuelas cierren o se retrasen
- Campeones Deportivos Otoño 2024
Lea FCPS Esta Semana para aprender más sobre estos temas. Si aún no recibe este boletín semanal, suscríbase hoy mismo.
Quick Links
throughout the year:
Fairfax HS PTSA
Table of Contents:
- Boundary Review Update
- Meeting Reminders
- Join the PTSA!
📍 Comprehensive Boundary Review Update
The Superintendent’s Boundary Review Advisory Committee held its second meeting on December 16 at Gatehouse Administration Center. View key takeaways from that meeting and access the meeting agenda, slides, and other materials that committee members received. If you did not get a chance to attend an in-person Community Boundary Review Meeting, please consider participating in a virtual meeting:
- Friday, January 10, 2025, 6-7:30 p.m.
- Thursday, January 16, 2025, 1-2:30 p.m.
- Saturday, January 25, 2025, 9:30-11 a.m.
- Monday, January 27, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m.
- Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m.
- Monday, February 10, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m.
Language interpretation will be available.
All virtual meetings will follow the same format as the in-person meetings that were recently held, and the same information will be shared. Please stay tuned for details on how to register. Visit FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage to learn more. Sign up for FCPS’ School Boundary Review newsletter as well.
Spanish: 📍 Actualizaciones de la Revisión Integral de Límites
El Comité Asesor de Revisión de Límites de la Superintendente tuvo su segunda reunión el 16 de diciembre en el Gatehouse Administration Center. Vea los puntos clave de esa reunión y acceda a la agenda de la reunión, diapositivas y otros materiales que los miembros del comité recibieron.
Reuniones virtuales de la Comunidad para la Revisión Integral de Límites se llevarán a cabo:
- viernes, 10 de enero de 2025, 6-7:30 p.m.
- jueves, 16 de enero de 2025, 1-2:30 p.m.
- sábado, 25 de enero de 2025, 9:30-11 a.m.
- lunes, 27 de enero de 2025, de 6:30 a 8 p.m.
- martes, 28 de enero de 2025, de 6:30 a 8 p.m.
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lunes, 10 de febrero de 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. .
La inscripción estará disponible próximamente en la página web de Revisión Integral de Límites, donde también podrá informarse sobre el proceso de revisión de límites. Inscríbase también en nuestro boletín de Revisión de Límites Escolares.
PTSA & ANG January Meeting Reminders
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The next PTSA meeting is January 21, 2025, at 7:00pm in the Library.
Immediately following is the ANG meeting at 8:00pm.
See you there!
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