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Feb 1 - Edison Academy Open House 10am- 1pm
Feb 6 - International Night
Feb 13 - Partner for Safe Teen Driving - Auditorium 7pm - 8:30pm
Feb 15 - Edison Theatre Cabaret Night -Auditorium 7pm - 9pm
Feb 17 - No School - President's Day
Feb 22 - Padres Latino Meeting -Cafeteria 10am - 12pm
Feb 22 - Bingo! in the Cafeteria 6pm-9pm
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Dear Edison Families,
Happy Friday! We’ve had an exciting and eventful week at Edison, and I’m thrilled to share some of the highlights with you.
First, congratulations to our theater students for their outstanding performance in the VHSL District One Act competition, where they performed Trojan Women. Edison placed 2nd overall and will be advancing to the regional tournament at Fairfax HS on February 18th! A special shoutout to Nethee Pelekasis, who earned the Best Actress award—what an incredible accomplishment! We are so proud of our students and can’t wait to see them at regionals.
This past Tuesday, we had a fantastic night of music with our Pyramid Chorus and Band concerts. Seeing the incredible talent across our Edison pyramid and watching our high school students demonstrate leadership while mentoring younger performers was wonderful. Thank you to our music directors and students for creating such a memorable evening!
On Wednesday, we celebrated Senior Night for our wrestling team, honoring 21 seniors and their families. It was a great night of recognition for their dedication and hard work throughout their time at Edison. Congratulations to all our senior wrestlers!
We officially kicked off the third quarter on Thursday, which means we are full speed ahead into the second half of the school year! As we move forward, I want to remind everyone that consistent attendance is critical to student success. If your student is going to be out, please be sure to call in the absence, and for absences longer than one day, please complete a prearranged absence form. This form helps ensure students have a plan for making up missed work. If you have any questions, please reach out to your administrator.
Parents, you should also have received an email from K12 Insight regarding the SR&R and cell phone policy survey. Your feedback is valuable, and I encourage you to take a few minutes to share your thoughts. This is also a reminder that all students must place their cell phones in the holder at the front of the classroom upon arrival, in accordance with county policy. Please reinforce with your child the importance of keeping their phone away during instructional time so they can stay engaged in learning.
Thank you to the parents who attended Wednesday’s Principal’s Coffee! I always appreciate the opportunity to connect with you and hear how we can continue to support our students and families.
Looking ahead, we are excited to host International Night on February 6th in the auditorium! Tickets went on sale today—please see the information below on how to purchase yours. This is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the rich cultural diversity of our Edison community, and we can’t wait for you to experience our students’ performances.
Finally, congratulations to our FBLA students who competed and placed at the NoVA Region FBLA Regional Leadership Conference this past Wednesday. Please see below for a list of our students who placed—way to go, Eagles!
As always, thank you for your support, and I look forward to seeing many of you at our upcoming events.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Go Eagles!
Amanda Burke
Principal
 Freshmen David Holmes and Marcus Shepherd
at the MLK Day of Service last Saturday, January 25
David and his mom saw the MLK Day of Service announcement in the EHS Weekly and signed up to participate. They went to volunteer and ran into David's friend and fellow Eagle, Marcus Shepherd.
At the MLK Day of Service they participated in thoughtful, engaging service projects working alongside local nonprofit and government agency partners across a variety of mission areas. Some of the activities included making baskets and games for kids, making pillow cases for military members, making bears for little kids, and writing letters to those who help support teaching. They felt this was a well organized event with lots of options for students to do.
The students had a good time and thought it was cool!
"I would like to do it again next year!" -Marcus
Thank you for volunteering David and Marcus!
Is your student doing amazing things that you want to shine a light on? We want to hear from you! Fill out our Student Spotlight Form and let us know. Your student could be featured in our newsletter!
 Edison Academy invites you to attend our in-person Open House event on Saturday, February 1, 2025 from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM (snow date is Saturday, February 8). We are located at 5801 Franconia Road, Alexandria, VA. Our entrance is located at Door #13. You will have the opportunity to tour our state-of-the-art facilities, meet our instructors and current students, and learn more about our incredible courses! Please feel free to contact Cassandra Deedy at (703) 924-8101 or cjdeedy@fcps.edu if you need any additional information. Thank you and we’ll look forward to meeting you on February 1st.
 Wrestling Senior Night!
 We invite you to join us for International Night – an exciting and festive celebration of the diverse cultures that make up our vibrant Edison community!
An evening of unity and tradition, International Night is a celebration of cultural diversity.
To ensure a welcoming and inclusive environment focused on cultural celebration, we kindly ask that the evening be free of political signage/messaging. Therefore, signs of any kind are not allowed in the auditorium. Thank you for helping us celebrate together.
International Night will be streamed LIVE for everyone to enjoy from the comfort of their homes, so no one has to miss out on this wonderful event! Seating is limited, so be sure to take advantage of the live stream option. → EDISON LIVESTREAM
Ticket Information:
Tickets for International Night are $7.00 per person and must be purchased in advance. Please use the link below to purchase your tickets. No tickets will be sold at the door, so be sure to secure your spot early!
Edison I night Ticket link
We look forward to celebrating with you!
 Wednesday, January 29, Edison's FBLA participated in the NoVA Region FBLA Regional Leadership Conference. We had several students that participated in objective testing and performance events. We are pleased to announce that the following students place and qualify to represent Edison High School at the Virgina State Leadership Conference in early April.
Parliamentary Procedure - 1st Place - Charles Barrios, Taylor Erickson, and Christopher Lastrape, and Anamaria Reyes-Panchame
Job Interview - 1st Place - Diane Donkor
Networking Design - 1st - Artashes Hovhannisyan
Advertising - 2nd - Jax McAfee
Business Communication - 2nd - Christopher Lastrape
Cyber Security - 2nd - Artashes Hovhannisyan
Networking Infrastructures - 3rd - Angel Lemus Ortega
Personal Finance - 2nd - Charles Barrios
Introduction to Business Communication - 3rd - Marina Hall
All FCPS families and middle and high school students have received an invitation to participate in a survey about FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R), cell phone policy, and cell phone storage options. The survey will be available through Monday, February 3. Please take a few moments to share your feedback and help FCPS make informed, inclusive decisions for all of our schools!
 VHSL 1 Act Competition
Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid presented the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Proposed Budget at the School Board meeting on Thursday, January 23. Watch a video of the presentation.
As Dr. Reid noted in her January 24 letter to families, “The budget is fiscally responsible and invests in excellence — not just for FCPS, but for all of us in Fairfax County who want a strong community with successful young people, dedicated educators and support staff, and a thriving economy.”
The proposed budget reflects the needs of and FCPS’ commitments to Fairfax County students, families, and community members. It focuses on competitive compensation, including a 7.0% salary increase for all staff to recruit and retain our outstanding educators, administrators, and other school-based and operational staff dedicated to the success of our students; investing in students who require additional support; and continuing multiyear initiatives such as inclusive preschool and safety and security updates.
Learn more on the Budget webpage.
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🏅 Advisory Committee for Students With Disabilities Seeks Nominations for First-Class Awards
First-Class Awards are presented each year to individuals who support, design, and/or implement inclusion activities that result in positive outcomes for students. The Advisory Committee for Students with Disabilities (ACSD) is seeking nominations for the 2025 First-Class Awards. This is a great opportunity for the community to recognize and celebrate the inclusion efforts of educators, administrators, and students who demonstrate the inclusion of students with disabilities in all facets of education.
Nominees should model excellence in their role relative to special education, have a positive impact that benefits disabled and non-disabled students alike, and be committed to creating an inclusive environment and mindset.
Nominate an administrator, staff member, student, or community partner who has made an exceptional contribution to inclusive practices in Fairfax County Public Schools. Nominations close Wednesday, February 19.
 Edison Pyramid Band Concert!
Ombuds staff engage with FCPS employees, families, and students to offer resources and improve the experience of each and every member of the FCPS community. They work as an independent confidential resource to help get answers to questions, resolve concerns, and hear complaints regarding FCPS matters.
Ombuds office staff members are available to help resolve disagreements between parents/caregivers and schools. They do not change or make decisions, policies, or regulations; take sides; or provide legal advice.
Anyone with concerns, questions, or complaints to share with the Office of the Ombuds may call 571-423-4014, email ombuds@fcps.edu, or visit their webpage, where you may Submit a Question.
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.
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
- FY 2026 Proposed Budget
- Student-Driven Lunch Menus
- Inclusion Awards Nominations
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
How to report an absence
Attendance Emails are no longer accepted or monitored.
Edison Attendance Office 703-924-8080
All Day- Call and leave a message, ParentVue, or drop off a note
Late Arrival- Call and leave a message, or send your student in with a note
Early Release- Call and leave a message, or send your student in with a note
Please note: Last minute check outs can take up to 30 minutes to retrieve your student
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school code: 5211
Yearbook Advisor Vanessa Briggs
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