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Upcoming Events
April 14 - April 18: Spring Break - No School
April 25: Opening Night, FX Players Presents: Hadestown, Teen Edition, 7pm
May 9: Senior Signing Day
May 17: Prom
May 21: Senior Class NYC Trip
May 27, 28, 29, 30: Senior Exams
June 3: Senior Grad Walk
June 4: Graduation Rehearsal & Senior Picnic
June 5: GRADUATION!
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April 11, 2025
Happy Friday Fairfax High Family,
As we head into a well-deserved Spring Break, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible week we've shared as a school community!
We celebrated Student Appreciation Week with an exciting lineup of activities that brought joy, laughter, and connection throughout the building. From lively rounds of Bingo to the competitive fun of Paper, Rock, Scissors Challenges and Minute-to-Win-It Games, our students showed up with energy and enthusiasm. Our school-wide Snack Attack and a festive Egg Hunt kept the spirit going, but my favorite moment of the week was witnessing our teachers share words of affirmation with students — a beautiful reminder of the deep care and belief our educators have in their students.
This week was also National Assistant Principal’s Week, and we proudly celebrated our incredible administrative team. Their dedication to student support and commitment to building strong partnerships with families is what makes Fairfax High the community it is. To our APs — WE appreciate YOU!
Let’s not forget the CTE FACS Food Truck Wars — a showcase of creativity, collaboration, and culinary talent. Each class brought a unique food truck concept to life, complete with menus and delicious signature dishes. From Latin-inspired plates to Korean flavors, creative twists on pizza, and the unforgettable “BAM” sauce, it truly felt like a trip around the world — and every bite was a win.
As we all prepare to take a PAWSitive pause, I hope this break brings you rest, joy, and renewal. Thank you for continuing to make Fairfax High such a special place.
Enjoy your Spring Break!
Stay PAWSome! 🐾
Food Truck Wars!
Included in this issue:
Calendar Reminders
- Passover Beings Sundown April 12
- Theravada New Year, April 13
- Spring Break, April 14-18
- Good Friday/Orthodox Good Friday, April 18
- Easter/Orthodox Easter, April 20
- Saturday School Dates
- AP Mock Exam Schedule
Fairfax Lions Need to Know:
- FCPS Budget: Excellence is at a Crossroads
- School Start Times Survey closes April 12!
- School Bus Stop Arm Cameras
- Family Resources/Registration
- Unskippable Fentanyl Conversations
- Mental Health Teletherapy
- Community Conversations with Dr. Reid
Fairfax Lions Nice to Know:
- FX Players Presents: Hadestown, Teen Edition
- Sports Physical Night, May 12, signups required
- Testing Volunteers Needed
- Golf Tournament Sponsorship
- District News - In Case You Missed It
- Quick Links
Fairfax HS PTSA
- Staff Appreciation Week - Help Needed!
- Graduation Yard Signs Now Available!
- Join the PTSA!
🗓️Calendar Reminders
Passover, April 12
Chag Sameach to all in our community celebrating Passover!
For Jewish communities, this holiday celebrates the deliverance of Jewish people from slavery in Egypt. Many Jewish families eat a ceremonial meal known as the Seder, which involves telling the story of the exodus from Egypt as well as eating various symbolic foods. Passover begins sundown April 12 and ends sundown April 20.
Theravada New Year, April 13
New Year’s good wishes to our Theravada Buddhist community!
Theravada means “the teachings of the elders.” New years celebrations include a water festival in which participants bathe Buddha images and pay respect to their elders. #OurFCPS
🌷Spring Break, April 14-18
April 14-18 is spring break. Schools and school offices will be closed.
We wish our students and teachers a happy and restful Spring Break! See the complete school year calendar.
Spanish: Vacaciones de Primavera
🌷 Del 14 al 18 de Abril son las vacaciones de primavera. Las escuelas y las oficinas escolares estarán cerradas. ¡Les deseamos a nuestros estudiantes y a nuestros maestros unas felices y descansadas vacaciones de primavera! Vea el calendario completo del curso escolar.
Korean: 봄방학🌷 4월 14일부터 18일까지는 봄방학입니다. 학교와 학교 사무실은 문을 닫습니다. 학생들과 선생님들이 행복하고 편안한 봄방학을 보내시길 바랍니다! 전체 학년도 일정을 확인하세요.
Good Friday/Orthodox Good Friday, April 18
Good Friday, the Friday before Easter, is the day on which Christians annually observe the commemoration of the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Good Friday is a day of mourning. During special Good Friday services Christians meditate on Jesus's suffering and death on the cross, and what this means for their faith. This week we recognize those in our community observing Good Friday. On this day, Christians observe the commemoration of the sacrifice Jesus made on the cross for those who believe. #OurFCPS
Read more at Britannica.com.
Easter/Orthodox Easter, April 20
A joyful Easter to all in our community who celebrate! The springtime celebration of Easter is the most important Christian holiday. It commemorates the resurrection of Jesus, who sacrificed so that Christians may have life with God after death. Learn more about Easter in NatGeo Kids.
No Saturday School April 12 and 19
 Come to Saturday School for SOL and finals support!
Teachers are available to support as we wrap up the last quarter! No sign-up needed! Saturday morning, 9a-12p; students should report to the library.
Upcoming Dates:
April 26, May 3, 10, 17, 31, June 7
Please Note:
NO Saturday School on April 12 or 19 due to spring break; NO Saturday school on May 24 due to Memorial Day weekend. Keep an eye on this space for updates.
AP Mock Exam Schedule
Some AP teachers choose to give a Mock or Practice AP Exam as part of their review/prep process. Please see the FULL *updated* schedule for those teachers who will be doing so:
Final 2025 AP Mock Exam Schedule - FHS.pdf
AP Exam season is upon us!
While AP teachers build review time and prep practice into class periods, some AP teachers choose to hold *optional* after-school review sessions for their AP exam. See the attached flyers for some upcoming AP review sessions. Encourage your child to attend if they are taking these classes.
**NEW** AP Chemistry Review Session and Optional Mock Event!!
Flyer for upcoming AP Statistics Review Sessions
Flyer for upcoming AP Lang Review Session
Flyer for upcoming AP Government Review Sessions
Excellence is at a Crossroads
Excellent teachers are the heart of FCPS! They inspire our kids, go the extra mile, and make a real difference. But the current Fairfax County Board of Supervisors advertised budget underfunds FCPS by $150 million for next year.
Being fully funded helps keep class sizes down and the number of highly-qualified teachers up at FCPS. Keeping the best teachers includes compensation that allows them to live and work in Fairfax County. The Fairfax County budget priorities survey is open until Thursday, April 24. Take a moment to share your thoughts. Now is the time. Learn more about how excellence is at a Crossroads.
Spanish: La Encrucijada en que se Encuentra la Excelencia
¡El corazón de FCPS son sus excelentes maestros! Ellos son quienes inspiran a nuestros niños, ponen todo el esfuerzo y logran hacer la diferencia. Sin embargo, el actual presupuesto anunciado de la Junta de Supervisores del Condado de Fairfax entregaría el próximo año $150 millones menos a FCPS.
En FCPS, un presupuesto completo ayudaría a mantener el tamaño de las clases abajo y el número de maestros altamente calificados arriba. Retener a los mejores maestros requiere compensarlos de forma tal que puedan vivir y trabajar en nuestro condado. La encuesta sobre las prioridades establecidas en el presupuesto estará abierta hasta el jueves, 24 de abril. Tómese un momento para compartir sus opiniones al respecto. El tiempo es ahora. Conozca más acerca de la encrucijada en que está la excelencia.
⏰Share Your Thoughts on School Start Times
FCPS would like to hear from all families on the possibility of adjusting school start times across the division. Please check your email for a survey link from Fairfax County Public Schools. It was also sent to staff as well as to students in grades 5-12. The confidential survey will be open through Saturday, April 12.
Spanish: ⏰Díganos qué Opina sobre el Horario de Inicio de Clases
En FCPS nos gustaría saber qué opinan las familias acerca de la posibilidad de ajustar el horario de inicio de las escuelas en toda la división educativa. Por favor revise su buzón email, hoy temprano le hemos enviado el enlace a una encuesta. La misma también fue enviada a todo el personal escolar y a los estudiantes cursantes del 5to al 12vo grados. Esta encuesta es confidencial y podrá contestarse hasta el sábado 12 de abril.
🛑 Cameras Installed on School Bus Stop Arms
Cameras have been installed on the stop arms of 50 FCPS school buses. These cameras will be used to identify drivers who pass stopped school buses while children are entering and exiting the bus (called a “stop arm violation”).
Drivers have begun to receive warnings. After a 30-day warning period, citations will begin to be issued on Monday, May 12.
According to Virginia law, drivers must stop for stopped school buses with flashing red lights on and their stop signs extended. Motorists should stop when approaching from any direction, unless there is a barrier or median separating their lane from where the bus is stopped. They should remain stopped until everyone is clear, and the bus is moving.
We appreciate our law enforcement partners for working with FCPS to improve road safety and reduce accidents. Read more about the stop arm cameras and other ways FCPS works with our county partners to keep students safe on their way to and from school.
Spanish: 🛑 Se Instalaron Cámaras en las Barras de Stop de 50 Autobuses
Se han instalado cámaras en las barras de stop de 50 autobuses de FCPS. Estas cámaras se usarán para identificar a los conductores que no se detengan cuando los niños estén entrando o bajándose los autobuses (lo que se conoce como “stop arm violation” o infracción a la barra de stop).
Las advertencias a estos conductores comenzarán a darse el miércoles 9 de abril. Luego del período de advertencia de 30 días, las citaciones comenzarán a emitirse el lunes 12 de mayo.
De acuerdo a las leyes de Virginia (en inglés), los conductores deben detenerse cuando un autobús escolar esté detenido, tenga encendidas sus luces de advertencia rojas y tenga extendida su barra con la señal de “stop”. Los conductores deben parar cuando se aproximen desde cualquier dirección (a menos que exista una barrera o isla que les separe del canal donde está detenido el autobús). Los conductores deben permanecer detenidos hasta que todos estén a salvo, y el bus ya esté en movimiento.
Agradecemos el trabajo de las entidades de ejecución de ley ayudándonos a mejorar la seguridad en las calles y a reducir el número de accidentes. Lea más información acerca de las cámaras en las barras de stop y sobre todas las formas en que trabajamos junto a otras entidades locales para mantener seguros a los estudiantes cuando van camino hacia y desde la escuela (en inglés, puede traducir la página arriba a la derecha).
Family Resources / Registration
Get to Know FCPS and the Resources Available to Families
Being connected to your school community helps you stay informed and support your child’s success. Take some time to get familiar with the many resources and tools available to FCPS families, including:
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School Age Child Care (SACC) – This Fairfax County government program provides a safe and fun environment before and after school for elementary school-age children.
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FCPS Communications for Families – FCPS shares news and information to support student learning and promote family engagement.
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FCPS Family Academy – We know that as a parent or caregiver, you play a critical role in your child's education. The Family Academy compiles classes, webinars, workshops, and programs offered by FCPS to help you support your child's needs and learning at home. The Family Academy also includes information about resources to help you ensure your child has what they need to succeed.
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Family Liaisons – Family liaisons serve as a link between families and schools. You may reach our wonderful family liaisons, Hala Shafik, hshafik@fcxps.edu, and Ana Bauserman, adbauserman@fcps.edu.
There’s an easy to follow five-step process outlined for parents registering their children for kindergarten. Be sure to register your child as soon as possible!
Spanish: Conozca más sobre FCPS y los Recursos Disponibles para las FamiliasEstar conectado con su comunidad escolar le ayuda a mantenerse informado y apoyar el éxito de su hijo. Tómese un tiempo para familiarizarse con los muchos recursos y herramientas disponibles para las familias de FCPS, incluyendo:
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School Age Child Care (SACC) - Este programa del gobierno del Condado de Fairfax proporciona un ambiente seguro y divertido antes y después de la escuela para niños en edad escolar primaria.
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Medios de Comunicación de FCPS con las Familias - FCPS comparte noticias e información para apoyar el aprendizaje de los estudiantes y promover la participación de lashttps://www.fcps.edu/resources/family-engagement familias.
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Academia Familiar FCPS – Nosotros sabemos el papel crítico que usted como padre o cuidador juega en la educación de sus niños. La Academia Familia reúne clases, webinars, talleres y programas ofrecidos por FCPS, que le ayudan a respaldar en casa las necesidades y el aprendizaje de sus niños. La Academia Familiar también ofrece información acerca de recursos que le ayudan a asegurarse de que sus niños tengan lo que necesitan para triunfar.
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Enlace de Familia - Enlaces familiares sirven como un vínculo entre las familias y las escuelas. Usted puede contactar a nuestros maravillosos enlaces de familias, Hala Shafik, hshafik@fcxps.edu, and Ana Bauserman, adbauserman@fcps.edu.
Hay un proceso de cinco pasos fácil de seguir para que los padres inscriban a sus hijos en el jardín de infancia. Asegúrese de inscribir a su hijo lo antes posible.
Unskippable Fentanyl Conversations
Teach Teens to Be Prepared
Are you planning on spending time with your teen during spring break? Or are they planning to spend time away from you with friends?
Now may be a good time to talk with them about fentanyl, other drugs, and overdoses. Learn how to start an Unskippable conversation, and find resources to share with your teen on how to spot an overdose and how to respond.
Spanish:Enseñar a los adolescentes a estar preparados
¿Tiene usted planeado pasar las vacaciones de primavera con su hijo adolescente? ¿O más bien tiene su hijo pensado pasarlas lejos de usted con sus amigos?
Ahora podría ser un buen momento para que hable con ellos acerca del fentanilo, otras drogas y la sobredosis. Aprenda cómo iniciar una conversación que se haga inevitable, encuentre recursos que pueda compartir con sus hijos adolescentes acerca de cómo reconocer una sobredosis y cómo responder ante ella.
💻 Mental Health Teletherapy
No-Cost Mental Health Teletherapy for All High School Students
Is your student 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 FCPS’ Teletherapy webpage for information on this service.
Spanish: 💻 Teleterapia de Salud Mental Sin Costo para Todos los Estudiantes de Secundaria
Su hijo de secundaria está teniendo ansiedad, cambios de comportamiento o dificultades con las relaciones familiares o con sus compañeros? Si es así, los padres/cuidadores pueden referir a sus hijos a terapia semanal con un terapeuta licenciado a través de Hazel Health. Visite la página web Teletherapy para obtener información por este servicio.
Korean: 💻 모든 고등학생을 위한 무료 정신 건강 텔레테라피(Teletherapy: 유선/온라인) 상담 서비스
고등학생 자녀가 불안, 행동 변화, 또래 및 가족 관계에 어려움을 겪고 있나요? 그렇다면 부모/보호자는 자녀가 Hazel Health를 통해 면허를 소지한 전문 상담사와 매주 상담을 받도록 추천할 수 있습니다. 이 서비스를 신청하는 방법에 대한 자세한 내용은 텔레테라피 웹페이지를 참조하세요.
🎤 Community Conversations with Dr. Reid
Your voice matters, and Superintendent Reid wants to hear from you! Share your thoughts and ask questions regarding FCPS. All events are 6:30-7:30pm. 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.
Spanish:🎤 Reserve el Día: Conversaciones con la Comunidad de la Superintendente Dra. Michelle Reid
¡Su opinión es importante y la Superintendente Reid quiere escucharle! Comparta sus ideas y haga preguntas sobre FCPS el [Insert date and location] entre las 6:30 y las 7:30 pm. Haga clic en la fecha para registrarse. La inscripción no es requerida pero se recomienda para ayudarnos a planificar.
Servicios de cuidado de niño y de interpretación en otros idiomas estarán disponibles. Estos eventos son para todo el público en general. Encuentre otras oportunidades para conectarse con la Dra. Reid.
Fairfax Lions Nice to Know:
FX Players Presents: Hadestown, Teen Edition
Hadestown, Teen Edition, weaves together the ancient myths of Orpheus and Eurydice, and Hades and Persephone, into a powerful tale that resonates with modern themes. Set against a backdrop of a New Orleans dust bowl era landscape, this innovative show combines elements of American folk music, jazz, and blues to tell a story of love, loss, and redemption.
Join us for this captivating musical by Anaïs Mitchell. You won't want to miss it!
Get your TICKETS now!
Sports Physical Night, May 12
 Fairfax Athletic Training Program Fundraiser!
Physical Night - May 12 - $50 a physical
Register at: https://forms.gle/2A6hVsNxXvbTfbM88
Time Slots: 5:45, 6:00, 6:15,6:30, 7:00, 7:15, 7:30 pm
This successfully completed physical will be good for all sports and out of season practices (green days, yellow days, and weight room workouts) for the 2025-2026 school year.
Any questions email AT Amanda Johnston, at aejohnsotn@fcps.edu.
📝Testing Volunteers STILL Needed!
Fairfax High School is in need of parent volunteers for proctoring duties during the AP exams being administered this year. We have many opportunities available to help give our students a great exam session. Email Leslie or sign up with the time you can work if it's not the whole session.
Please note: You cannot proctor an AP exam that your student is scheduled to take and you cannot be in the same room with any family member.
Sign up here: AP Testing Proctor Signup
Questions, contact Leslie Trieu, latrieu@fcps.edu.
Golf Tournament Sponsorship
NEW THIS WEEK! TWO WAYS TO SECURE A LIONS LEGENDS SIGN FOR YOUR ATHLETE!
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Invite Family Members: Send a personalized text message to grandparents or other family members, offering them the opportunity to sponsor a sign in honor of your athlete. Scan QR to request or visit: https://forms.gle/fAsFfxsgysxbawkV8
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Purchase Directly: Order a sign to showcase your athlete's accomplishments for a $50 donation at: Lions Legends Website
Your Athlete's photo(s) and team involvement will be displayed on a 12 x 18 sign at the NOW SOLD OUT 12th Annual Fairfax HIgh Athletic Boosters Fundraiser Golf Tournament - AND you have the option to keep the sign after the event.
Thank you for your support!!
District News - In Case You Missed it
FCPS NewsIn case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
- Celebrating Our Successes
- FCPS Resources for Families
- Budget Update
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:
- Celebremos nuestros éxitos
- Recursos de FCPS para las Familias
- Lo Último sobre el Presupuesto
Lea FCPS Esta Semana para aprender más sobre estos temas. Si aún no recibe este boletín semanal, suscríbase hoy mismo.
Quick Links
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Fairfax HS PTSA
Staff Appreciation Week!
Please help the PTSA celebrate FHS Teachers and Staff the week of April 21-25, 2025! The Luncheon and Basket Raffle will be held Wednesday, April 23, with small raffle drawings all week. We want to ensure that our teachers and staff know how much they are appreciated!
Lunch will be catered by Moby Dick House of Kabob again this year. If you would like to help offset the expense, please donate here: Givebacks. If you would like to donate beverages, please drop them in the front office no later than Tuesday, April 22, clearly labeled "Staff Appreciation Lunch." Fairfax PTSA: Staff Appreciation Lunch and Raffle
Gift Baskets are needed for the big raffle during lunch on Wednesday! Individuals and local businesses can contribute creative and exciting baskets or generous gift cards; please refrain from donating any items prohibited on school grounds as outlined in the SR&R, such as alcohol, CDB, or weapons. Fairfax PTSA: Staff Appreciation Lunch and Raffle
We welcome adult volunteers to help set up/serve/clean up lunch or support the basket raffle at Wednesday's lunch! Fairfax PTSA: Staff Appreciation Lunch and Raffle
Small gift cards are also requested for the daily raffles- our goal is to have something for each teacher! You may have some $5,10, or $15 cards tucked away that you won't use- our teachers will be delighted to win them! Fairfax PTSA: Staff Appreciation Lunch and Raffle
Donated baskets and gift cards should be dropped off in the front office no later than Tuesday, April 22. If you need to make other arrangements to deliver gift cards, baskets, and/or drinks, please contact Sandy Murray at saguidice@hotmail.com.
Your support at this event and throughout the year is very much appreciated- we could not celebrate our staff without the support of such a generous FHS community! Thank you!
Graduation Yard Signs are NOW AVAILABLE!
Celebrate your senior by purchasing custom
FHS Class of 2025 Graduation Yard Signs!
Recognize your graduate and inform the community of their accomplishment by placing a grad sign in your yard or on Lion Run, or BOTH! Each sign is 18” x 24” and individually customized with the graduate’s name for only $25.
Individual Graduation Yard Signs, 2 sign packages and home delivery are available now on PTSA’s MemberHub online store. All profits from this fundraiser will help keep the ANG ticket price low so all of our graduates can celebrate safely on graduation night.
Graduation yard signs will be available for pickup or delivery mid-May. The All Night Grad Committee will place the remaining signs outside, along Lion Run, on Graduation Day!
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