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Important Dates
You can access the FCPS 2024-2025 school year calendar here.
March 31 - No School, Eid-al-Fitr
April 1 - Student Holiday, Teacher Workday
April 3 - Class of 2025 Parent Coffee (virtual)
April 14-18 - Spring Break
May 1 - 3 - Spring Musical (Into the Woods)
May 1 - 20 - SOL Exams
May 5-16 - AP Exams
May 8 - Spring Musical (Into the Woods)
May 9 - Junior/Senior Prom (Westwood Country Club) - SAVE THE DATE!
May 10 - Spring Musical (Into the Woods)
 General Information
⏰ Coming Soon: School Start Times Survey
Last year, FCPS held community forums and surveyed middle school families regarding middle school start times. Now, we would like to hear from all staff and families on the possibility of adjusting school start times across the division. The goal remains to begin middle school at 8 a.m. or later at the start of the 2026-27 school year.
On April 1, a survey link will be sent by email to staff, parents/caregivers, and students in grades 5-12. The confidential survey will be open for two weeks and will be available in multiple languages.
Student Parking Reminder
This is a reminder that only student’s who have purchased parking permits are allowed to park on campus during the school day. Any car without a valid permit parked on campus for the day will receive a parking ticket. Students are not permitted to park in visitor parking at any time.
Parking tickets do come with a fee that will be added to a student's obligation list..
We have currently sold all available parking permits for the 2024-2025 school year.
Parking permit applications for next school year will become available in June 2025.
Quarter End, Eid al-Fitr, and Student Holiday
Friday, March 28, is the last day of the third quarter. It is a full day of school for students.
All FCPS schools and offices are closed on Monday, March 31, for Eid al-Fitr. Tuesday, April 1, is a student holiday and teacher workday. See the complete school year calendar.
The Gradebook in SIS ParentVUE and StudentVUE will be closed for the end of the quarter from Friday, March 28, at 4 p.m. to Monday, April 7, at 6 a.m.
Learn how to activate your ParentVUE account to easily access grade reports and other helpful information about your child.
Class of 2025 Parent Coffee
On Thursday, April 3 at 9:00am we will offer a virtual parent coffee for the Class of 2025. We will take that time to review senior activities for the end of the school year, including the senior internship program and graduation. We will also allow time for questions.
We will send out a zoom link the morning of the parent coffee. The presentation portion will be recorded and posted for families on Schoology for all to access.
📑 Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost
FCPS is partnering with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra learning resources. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors’ services at no cost, including weekly live online classes; on-demand 24/7 chat tutoring; essay editing; and study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests. Learn more about online tutoring with Varsity Tutors.
Hidden in Plain Sight (HIPS) Presentation - New Date
HIPS is a community awareness program designed to enlighten parents through a unique learning experience encompassing insights into trends and indicators of potentially risky behavior. This allows parents the opportunity to interact with police officers and various props.
If you are interested in attending on May 21, please register for the event using this link (https://bit.ly/hipsohs021125).
The presentation will be run by Fairfax County Police Department and our Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist for the Oakton and Madison Pyramids, Mr. Michael McNulty.
 Senior Deadline for X2VOL Hours
All Senior Service-Learning hours for Seniors must be submitted no later than April 25th at 3pm to guarantee they are approved for graduation accomplishments. Hours posted past the deadline will not be guaranteed to be counted toward awards and recognition for Seniors. Please submit all hours into X2VOL for approval no later than April 25th at 3pm.
To learn more about Senior awards and recognition for graduation click HERE. This includes all Service-Learning Recognitions for graduation and their requirements. Any questions regarding this information can be forwarded to Mrs. Kimberly Stewart, the Service Learning Liaison, at OHS at kastewart@fcps.edu
Partners for Safe Teen Driving Presentation
All students enrolled in Classroom Driver Education during the 2024-2025 school year must attend an in-person Partners for Safe Teen Driving (PSTD). The presentation is connected to successful classroom instruction and must be completed to receive a DEC-District 8 card (pink card). The parent-teen traffic safety presentation (PSTD) will be offered multiple times during the school year at Oakton. Students and their parents/guardians should plan to attend the
presentation at Oakton at your earliest convenience.
All PSTDs begin promptly. Late admission will not be allowed.
2024-2025 Dates:
- October 28, 2024 6:30-8:00pm
- January 21, 2025 6:30-8:00pm
- March 19, 2025 6:30-8:00pm
- May 19, 2025 6:30-8:00pm
These sessions are intended for Sophomores. Juniors and Seniors can attend a session through Adult and Community Education. PSTD nights are not available to freshmen.
Testing Information
Throughout the month of May we have AP and SOL testing.
- SOL testing for 12th graders will begin the week of April 22. SOL testing for 9th-11th graders will run from May 1-20.
- AP Testing will run from May 5-May 16.
More information on SOL and AP testing can be found here on the Oakton HS website.
 Order Your Yearbook Today - Final Opportunity
The deadline to order a 2025 Yearbook is April 26. The 300-page book cost $75 and we will run out. To reserve your copy, go to yearbookordercenter.com and use the code 4770.
Student Services Updates
Junior College and Post-Secondary Planning Presentations
This year, school counselors will offer two optional presentations for juniors to attend that are focused on post-secondary planning.
The first presentation will be offered on April 3 during Cougar Time and will focus on college planning and applying to four-year institutions.
The second optional presentation will be offered on April 9 during Cougar Time and will focus on post-secondary options other than attending four-year institutions such as attending a community college, enlisting in the military, receiving training at a vocational or trade school, and taking a gap year.
Juniors will have the option to attend one or both presentations.
Junior College Planning - Parent Night (Virtual)
Junior parents and guardians, please join us on Wednesday, April 9th from 6:00-7:30pm for Junior College Planning - Parent Night. Counselors will share information about the college planning and search process. This will be a virtual webinar, and a link will be emailed to all junior families a day before the webinar. We hope you can join us, but if not, the session will be recorded and posted on the OHS website.
Virtual FAFSA Workshops
uAspire is hosting free FAFSA Walkthrough for students and families. This session will give them an overview of the new FAFSA and walk them through the steps required to receive federal financial aid at colleges nationwide.
- Thursday April 3 - 5:00PM
Register HERE!
Summer 2025 Online Campus Courses
Registration for the Summer 2025 Online Campus courses started Friday, February 14, 2025, and ends Friday, June 6, 2025. Courses are open to middle and high school students who meet prerequisites.
Courses may be cancelled if they are under-enrolled. If a course is cancelled, students will be notified using the registration contact information and a full refund will be given.
Schedule Changes
After March 28 there will not be any schedule changes for the 2024-2025 school year, regardless of space availability. This date aligns with the last day of the 3rd Quarter.
Health and Wellness Updates
Emergency Resources
Crisis Link Regional Hotline 703-527-4077
Crisis Text Text NEEDHELP to 85511
Dominion Hospital Emergency 703-536-2000
INOVA Emergency 703-289-7560
Merrifield Center Emergency 703-573-5979 TTY dial 711
Life Threatening 911
💻 Hazel Health: Virtual Therapy for High School Students
Teletherapy services are available for all FCPS high school students at no cost. Sessions can be scheduled Monday through Friday, 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Hazel Health’s highly qualified therapists specialize in working with teens. Learn more on FCPS’ teletherapy webpage.
Teen Afterschool Program
Please see the flyer below for the Jim Scott Community Center's Teen Afterschool Program. The Jim Scott Community Center is located one mile from Oakton High School.
 Oakton Pantry Update
The Oakton Pantry continues to provide support for families in our community with food insecurities. On a weekly basis our student shopping and curb side delivery serve approximately 50 families. We appreciate all who donate food, money and time to keep the pantry up and running! If you would like to donate food items please consider something from the list below. These are items that are in greatest demand and shortest supply. Thank you.
- Beans- 1 pound bag
- Rice- 1 pound bag
- Canned Tuna
- Canned Chicken
- Mac and Cheese- boxes, preferably not easy mac
- Instant Oatmeal- individual packages or cups
- Crackers- individual packs
- Jelly- jars
- Ramen
- Cup of Noodles
FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
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- School Start Times Survey
- Science Fair Winners
- Celebrating Champion Students and Staff
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
☀️ Save the Date for the FCPS Summer Extravaganza
Discover summer learning and activities available in Fairfax County!
Attend the FCPS Summer Extravaganza on Saturday, May 10, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., at Woodson High School and get a jump on summer learning. At this free event, participants can engage in educational and enrichment activities designed to inspire curiosity and growth.
Activities will include student performances, story time, a moon bounce, and face painting. For more information, visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage.
🎤 Save the Date: Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid
Your voice matters, and Superintendent Reid wants to hear from you! Share your thoughts and ask questions regarding FCPS on the dates/locations listed below from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Click on a date to register. Registration is not required but is encouraged for planning purposes.
Childcare and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all. Find out about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid.
PTSA Updates
Senior Student Families
The PTSA is seeking a dedicated volunteer to chair the All-Night Grad Party (ANGP) Chair position. Without someone stepping up, this cherished event will be canceled. If you’re organized and passionate about giving our graduates the celebration they deserve, please consider taking on this rewarding role. Training and support will be provided.
Stay Connected
Follow ' oaktonhs_ptsa' on Instagram to keep abreast of what's happening at the PTSA. Become a member, Join the mailing list and/or donate to the PTSA at PTBoard - Oakton High School PTSA.
Join the PTSA
Want to be part of PTSA? We are looking for an ANGP Chair (All Night Grad Party), Webmaster, Business Chair, Hospitality Chair and Treasurer. Email us at oaktonhsptsa@gmail.com.
Parent Resources
Parent Information Line
Parents who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese can call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS and to receive support if they are having difficulty communicating with their children's schools due to a language barrier.
Parent Resource Center
The FCPS Parent Resource Center offers a wide variety of information and resources to support the success of all students. This includes monthly workshops and webinars. More information can be found on the FCPS website, including registration information.
FCPS Cares
Do you know an Oakton High School or FCPS employee who does ordinary things in an extraordinary way or goes beyond what is expected? If so, then click here to share with everyone.
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