New Gymnasium Seating
After months of updates and renovations, the main gymnasium is officially complete! All games moving forward will have a new seating arrangement. Upon arrival and entering into the gymnasium, all HOME seating will be located on the right side (opposite our new mural). We have moved our team benches to what is now the visitors side. We will have before and after pictures of the gymnasium in next weeks newsletter!
NEW ATOMS ONLINE STORE!!
We’re thrilled to share that we have a new Atoms online store! The new store has a variety of brands like Nike, Under Armour, Lululemon, and more. You will find hundreds of different design options, kids and toddler clothing, new accessories, and direct to your door shipping. Grab your gear now and give a gift for the holidays!
ANNANDALE ATOMS ONLINE STORE (20% off your order until January 1!)
Atoms Athletics Recap
Boys Basketball played host to Centreville and George Wythe before hitting the road to district rival Falls Church Friday evening. The Atoms got the week started against the Wildcats and faced an early deficit to a team that could compete for a region championship in the Northern Region. The Atoms hung tough and cut the lead to single digits multiple times but couldn't quite get past the Wildcats as they took the win. Thursday evening saw the Atoms take on George Wythe. It was a cold night of shooting and foul trouble that ultimately doomed the Atoms. The Atoms got up early only to see the rim get a little tighter and fouls mount up on several key players as the Maroons got hot in the second and third quarter to provide enough cushion to seal the deal. The Atoms traveled to Falls Church Friday evening for their first district game of the year. The Atoms cold streak from Thursday continued in the first quarter but the second quarter saw the Atoms light the nets on fire scoring 24 in the quarter highlighted by a buzzer beater just before the half to lead by 18. The Jaguars made it interesting in the third as they cut the lead to nine but that was as close as they would get as the Atoms ran out the clock to get the district win. The Atoms are off until they host Hayfield on January 3.
Girls Basketball welcomed Independence to Robert Hardage Gymnasium Thursday evening. The Atoms hung tough against a tall Tigers team throughout the first half. However, the height underneath took over in the second half and the Tigers were able to put the Atoms away in the second half. Friday evening saw the Atoms play the first game of a varsity doubleheader at Falls Church. The Atoms saw a big deficit throughout the first half, trailing by 20 at the half. However, the second half was a different story as the Atoms battled back and trailed the Jaguars by 8 halfway through the fourth quarter. The Atoms couldn't quite get over the hump but battled throughout as the Jaguars won 40-28. The Atoms travel to Mount Vernon, December 27, 28, and 30 to play in the Winter Classic.
Gymnastics continued to work hard and improve their skills on the mat Wednesday evening at McLean. The Atoms will be at full strength when they return from winter break with all of their gymnasts gearing up before district championship at the end of January.
Indoor Track had their second meet of the season Friday and today at TJ Middle School. Several Atoms performed last night and had personal best times as they continue to prepare for the National District Championship meet in January. The Atoms will hit the track again today at TJ and return for their third meet after the winter break.
Boys & Girls Wrestling the Atoms return to the mat today at Woodson. Over the break the Atoms will participate in the Battle of the Bridge at Woodbridge High School on December 27 and 28.
Boys & Girls Swim/Dive took on Lewis Friday evening at Franconia and it was a dominant performance by the Atoms. Both boys and girls had great swims and it showed as both teams came away with big wins! The boys won 214-63, while the girls took home the meet win 149-76. The Atoms will paddle their way through the break and return to the pool vs TJ on January 10.
Atoms Recognized for Postseason Teams
We have officially finished our fall seasons with many of our Atoms student-athletes earning postseason All-District and All-Region recognition. These student-athletes worked hard and their achievements should be acknowledged! Check out the recipients using the link below:
Fall 2024 All District and Region Recognition
*All State and some region voting has yet to occur for a few sports*
Purchase your Atoms Pass for
2024-2025
Effective with the start of the 2024-2025 school year all FCPS schools will have consistent regular season, district tournament and region tournament entry fees for general admission. Adults (18 and over) will be $7. FCPS students will be $5. Schools will continue to offer free admission to senior citizens and children under 6. The VHSL sets ticket prices for VHSL State Competitions. Schools are not allocated funding for uniforms and consumable supplies and ticket revenue is the primary funding source for those items.
With the new pricing for tickets for FCPS, The Atoms Booster Club’s All-Season passes are a no brainer! The Atoms Pass provides you general admission access to all regular season HOME football, baseball, basketball, soccer, field hockey, lacrosse, volleyball, and wrestling events. With more than nine sports showcased, you can save BIG with the all-season pass! **UPDATED price change for adults**
To purchase your Atoms Pass click HERE
Our next Booster Membership Meeting is Monday, January 6
Join us on Monday, January 6 in-person at Annandale High School in the Driver’s Education Room. The meeting will begin at 6:30 pm. Come and find out how you can get involved and support out Atoms' athletic programs!
Winter Olympics Camp
Annandale High School's will host Winter Olympics Camp at Annandale High School during winter break, January 2-3, 2025. This is a great opportunity for your child to have an incredible time with our wonderful coaches for a very affordable price of $75. Camps run each day from 8:30am to 3:00pm. Campers can bring their lunch or purchase lunch at camp.
SIGN UP HERE!
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Winter Baseball Clinics
Sundays in January & February - Baseball Skills Camp: Annandale Baseball is hosting their Sunday Skills camps starting in January. Each camp will be held in the main and auxiliary gyms at Annandale High School from 9:30-11:00am. Sessions are $25 each or $110 for all 5!
SIGN UP HERE
Dance Team Fundraiser
Dance Team’s winter fundraiser is here! Follow the link to purchase a Dance Team Supporter shirt and help the team raise money for competition fees, dance shoes, uniforms, and transportation. Thank you for continuing to support us as we keep building up this new program! If the shirt is not for you, you can also follow the same link to make a cash donation instead.
CLICK HERE
Atoms Boosters Concession Stand Help
Attention Parents! Volunteers are needed to sell concessions at games throughout the year. We welcome any and all parents to volunteer but when parents of a particular sport work a game, a portion of concessions sales directly benefit that team. If you are not able to help directly at home games, there are many ways you can get involved with the Atoms Athletics Boosters by attending our monthly meetings or being a team liaison. Thank you for your support for Atom’s Athletics!
For questions about concession stand sign ups, contact Odessa Murray.
Basketball Concessions
Winter Sports Pictures
Winter Sports Pictures: Team and individual pictures for all winter sports occurred on Thursday and Friday, December 5 and 6. To order use the information below:
- Images can be accessed via this link: Legacy Studios Events or by going to events.legacystudios.com.
- Please use code 4542E25 to view your images on the website.
- Please note that if your images have not uploaded to the site yet, when entering that code you'll receive a 'Gallery not found' notification. Please allow 7 days after picture day before trying to access your images to avoid any frustration.
Annandale Legacy Wall
**Updated picture of the wall below**
Annandale High School has a rich history of success, community support, and strong alumni base that stretches back to its creation in 1954. There is a legacy that surrounds Annandale that many are proud to be a part of as it feels like home to those who have walked our halls. We want to provide our students, alumni, and community members the opportunity to be a part of the Annandale legacy. Looking for a graduation gift, birthday gift, or to share your own legacy with the Annandale community, then purchase an acrylic block for $100, that will be on displayed along the stadium field wall!
To purchase a block and leave your legacy, click here
*Note orders will be made once the quantity reaches 50 purchased blocks*
For more information, contact Brandon Sutphin or Bryan Harris
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Atoms Chairs for Sale
Looking for a piece of Atoms furniture to add to your house?! Purchase an Atoms chair! New chairs were ordered this summer for events around school and we're selling our old chairs. There is a limited amount of chairs so get yours before they're gone! Price is $60 for one, $100 for two. Contact Brandon Sutphin or Bryan Harris to purchase yours!
 Partners for Safe Teen Driving
Included in Grade 10 Health & PE is one quarter, or 30-36 hours, of in-classroom driver education. To obtain your driver’s license in Virginia, you must successfully complete, or pass, the classroom portion of driver education. You must also attend a 90-minute parent-teen traffic safety program, Partners for Safe Teen Driving, or PSTD, with a parent or legal guardian. Annandale High School is hosting five (5) PSTD presentations this school year, one each quarter and two during the fourth quarter. They are free to students enrolled in Health & PE 10 at Annandale HS and begin at 630pm in the auditorium. You must attend with a parent or legal guardian, arrive ON TIME, and remain the duration of the presentation for your attendance to be verified. Choose a date convenient for you and your parent or legal guardian. You may attend a session outside of your Driver Education quarter.
Patterns for Safe Teen Driving Dates at Annandale High School:
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Learner's Permit Testing at Annandale
Are you 15 and a half years old (or older) and ready to start your driving journey? Annandale High School is offering the Virginia Learner’s Permit Test after school in Room 43 on various Mondays throughout the school year.
Click HERE for more information.
Any questions can be directed to Lizzie McManus
Winter Break Practice Schedule
Below you will find the practice schedule for winter break.
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