Last Day for PTSA Prom Boutique Donations -
Wednesday, April 9!
McLean High School PTSA is pleased to announce a partnership with Northwood High School PTSA for a Prom Boutique collection. Your generous donation of gently-used formal dresses, tuxedos, or costume jewelry will help give Northwood students a Prom night to remember!
Northwood, home of the Gladiators, is in Silver Spring, and has the highest Free and Reduced Meal (FARMs) rate of any high school in Montgomery County. Many students and families supported by the Northwood PTSA struggle to pay for Prom.
Northwood students will have the chance to shop in the Boutique, purchasing Prom outfits for just $5 - all proceeds will help fund next year's Boutique, and no student will be turned away for lack of funds. MHS-PTSA is proud to help sponsor this event.
Please drop your donations off at the collection bin in the McLean High School front office no later than Wednesday, April 9th.
Thank you for your support!
Teacher & Staff Appreciation
Friday Breakfast Station
The PTSA organizes a weekly Friday Breakfast Station during the year stocked with contributions by fellow McLean HS families. The Friday Breakfast Station is set up in the front office and teachers & staff are grateful each week for your donations. Please click on the link to donate a breakfast item from the sign up list this month. Thank you in advance!
Friday's April Dates are: 4/11, 4/25
Link:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4EA4A822A7FEC07-48548664-202504#/
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PTSA Appreciates McLean High School’s Librarians!
Last week, the PTSA celebrated McLean High School’s Librarians. The PTSA catered a lunch from Balducci’s in appreciation for all they do for the school community. The PTSA, through the Hospitality Committee, supports staff throughout the year by planning appreciation events such as this lunch. To our Librarians, Thank you for all that you do for our community!
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Class of 2025 All Night Graduation Party
Greetings families!! We are actively preparing for the Class of 2025 All Night Graduation Party (ANGP) which will be held on June 3, 2025 from 11pm to 4am at McLean High School. The ANGP provides a safe, alcohol-free and drug-free evening for our Seniors to celebrate after their high school graduation. Every year our students look forward to the ANGP, which is an amazing, fun-filled event where they can spend one last time making memories with their classmates and enjoy a variety of entertainment, games, great food, prizes, and much more.
Questions? Email Pamela Williams, ANGP Chair, at angp@mcleanptsa.org.
ANGP Tickets
ANGP tickets are now available. Take advantage of the early bird pricing while you can. The early bird price is $80. Ticket prices will increase as of May 2, 2025. Click here to register for the Class of 2025 ANGP
Yard Signs
Class of 2025 yard signs are now available. This year we are offering two types of signs:
- Decision signs that will allow you to celebrate your Senior's college/university/military decision and
- Graduation signs to celebrate your Senior upon graduation in June.
The signs range in price from $30 to $40 based on the type of sign. See the link below to purchase and for additional details.
The signs are available for purchase through May 1, 2025.
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2025 FUNDRAISER RAFFLE
**ON SALE NOW THROUGH JUNE 3, 2025**
Click Here to Purchase
Purchase your tickets before it is TOO LATE for a chance to win some fantastic prizes, including:
Lake Anna Vacation Rental, WV Vacation Rental, SAT 1400 Princeton Review Course, Private Wine Class of 20, Restaurant and Garden Center gift cards and more.
Cost:
1 Raffle Ticket for $10, 3 Raffle Tickets for $30, 5 Raffle Tickets for $50, or 10 Raffle Tickets for $100
Prize Announcements:
On or Before June 6, 2025 via Email and PTSA Newsletter
**Proceeds benefit the Class of 2025 All Night Graduation Party**
Questions? Contact us at angp@mcleanptsa.org.
Volunteers Needed for
Baccalaureate Service of Class 2025
Volunteers would be very welcome to help organize the Baccalaureate Service 2025.
- Refreshments
- Publicity
- Fund raising (refreshments, bagpipe, gifts for speakers)
- Student speakers
- Music
- Logistics of service
- Program
- Clergy solicitation
- Gifts for speakers
Please contact Sue Clasby at Susan.clasby@cgi.com ,703-307-0763.
ACT - Mock Testing and Testing Resources
Looking for an opportunity to practice for the SAT? The McLean PTSA is partnering with The Princeton Review and Marigold Prep to offer practice tests. Each testing session starts at 9am. The test dates are as follows:
ACT : April 26, 2025
Join us virtually to take the full-length practice tests. The registration fee is $20 per exam.
To register for ACT practice tests, click here.
Registration closes 3 days prior to each exam, and you will receive an email with further instructions regarding the testing session. After each test, you will receive a comprehensive score report detailing your strengths and weaknesses.
For additional testing resources, see the following:
Princeton Review is offering a 25% off promo code (MCLEAN25) for McLean families when purchasing their review courses. See princetonreview.com for available testing resources.
Marigold Prep is offering a Free PSAT/SAT Starter Kit (typically $200) which includes:
- Proprietary PSAT/SAT workbooks
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4 hours of pre-recorded tutoring sessions that cover the content and strategic knowledge required to master the PSAT and SAT
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2 hours of pre-recorded webinars that cover everything you need to know as a parent or educator
- Infographics to help you stay up-to-date and plan
Click Here To Enroll
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Questions? Contact tests@mcleanptsa.org
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Fundraisers
MHS Choir Fundraiser TODAY at Big Buns
Testing Information
The main testing window for AP exams is below. With parent/guardian permission, McLean HS students are allowed to be released early following an AP exam and arrive late before their scheduled AP exam. All pre-arranged absence notes (no phone calls or handwritten notes please) are due to Ms. Yates in the attendance office by April 25th. Please keep in mind that all classes will continue with instruction during AP testing, and that students are responsible for all assignments from each class. Here are the links to the early release permission slip, late arrival permission slip, and printed out copies will be available in the main office.
Fulfill Service Requirements
Helping Out Students after School This Quarter
The Humanitas4All HumScouts After School Program is an online program dedicated to helping elementary school students stay on track with learning during the virtual school term. We are aiming to serve all students in Northern Virginia, especially supporting students from low-income backgrounds and/or Title I schools.
The goal of this program is to provide homework help, fun activities, positive character development, and support to young students and their families. Sessions will occur after school via Google Meet. When you sign up to become a mentor, you will have to stay as a mentor for the entire school quarter.
As a mentor, you must prepare lessons and activities to do with the kids. More details will be sent to those who fill out this form.
Note: Mentors can receive service hours.
Please email humscouts@humanitas4all.org for any questions.
If you are interested, please fill out this google form: http://tinyurl.com/humscoutsregistration.
Thank you!
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Community Activities
Parent Discussion Series: Depression/Self Harm
We hope you will join Melissa Sporn, Ph.D. and Sarah Tyler, LCSW to discuss Depression/Self Harm: the underlying psychological factors, early warning signs, and effective intervention strategies. Attendees will gain insight into how to offer compassionate support and will learn about the latest therapeutic approaches that can foster healing and resilience in those affected. This session is designed to equip caregivers with practical tools to make a positive impact.
Location: McLean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave, McLean, VA 22101
Date and time: Thu, Apr 10, 2025 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Click here to register.
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Turning Setbacks Into Success: Helping Kids Thrive Through Challenges with Author Michelle Icard
Join SCC on April 23 at 7pm at MCC’s Alden Theatre for Turning Setbacks into Success with author Michelle Icard. Based on her recent book, "8 Setbacks That Can Make a Child a Success", the talk helps parents know when to step in or step back as kids navigate challenges like friendship struggles, rule-breaking, and self-doubt. With 20+ years in education and parenting research, Icard shares insights with humor and empathy. Ideal for parents & caregivers of kids in grades 3–12. Tickets: $15 pre-sale / $20 at the door. Proceeds benefit SCC. Book sale and signing follows.
Location: McLean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave, McLean, VA 22101
Date and time: Wed, Apr 23, 2025 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Click here to register.
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Congressional Art Competition 2025
Students are invited from Virginia’s 8th Congressional District (Grades 9-12) to submit their works of art virtually again this year. Please check website Art Competition | U.S. Representative Don Beyer for guidelines and the important changes. Please be aware that there is no theme this year. All entries (up to 8 entries per school, one entry per student) will be accepted via email: astrid.garcia@mail.house.gov. This year’s judges are members of the Glenstone Museum curation team.
Important Dates and Information Summary
Submission Due Date: Monday, April 21 by end of day.
Digital Submission Method: Email images WITH student release to astrid.garcia@mail.house.gov.
Student Release REQUIRED: No art teacher signature is required, but please put teacher’s name.
NOTE: If art description is longer than one sentence, please include it in full in your submission email as transferable text.
Framing Requirements: Only needed for “Best in Show” piece submitted to the Capitol.
Photos: Send up to 3 photos: 1 full photo of work; 2 optional detail photos
School submission requirements: Up to 8 submissions per school, 1 per student
School Year PTSA Checklist
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Important Upcoming Dates
April 14-18 - Spring Break
Recognition
A huge shoutout to our corporate sponsor The Sky Group! Your generosity empowers our Students, Teachers, Staff and the Community!
Helpful Links
Attendance Bell Schedule Red/Silver Calendar Office and Support Staff
Student Services Student Activities Special Education Resources
Teacher Office Hours Substance Abuse Prevention
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