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Upcoming Events
July 4: Happy 4th of July! School offices and buildings closed
August 5-7: Lions On the Rise, 9am-12pm
August 7: Fresh Function, 5-6:30pm
August 14: New Student Orientation, 9-11am
August 14: Fear the Roar Open House JAM and Fairfax Academy Open House, 2-5pm
September 4: Back to School Night, 6:30-8pm
October 8: SAT School Day and PSAT/NMSQT
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July 3, 2025
Happy Day Fairfax Families,
As we approach the end of this short week, there's a palpable excitement in the air for the 4th of July celebrations! This holiday is a wonderful opportunity for us to gather with loved ones, enjoy the summer weather, and reflect on the values that unite us. You will be able to see our very own Fairfax Marching Band in action tomorrow at the City of Fairfax Independence Parade. You can also head on over to Fairfax High tomorrow night for spectacular fireworks and community fun!
We are also excited to see all our LIONS taking summer classes back here at FHS on Monday. Students taking summer classes please make sure you have checked your email and arranged for transportation. Our FHS City Schools World Language Camp will also kick off on Monday and our elementary and middle school friends will be immersed in a cultural journey of Latin, Spanish, German, and French language activities for the week.
Have a SPECTACULAR HOLIDAY! 🎉✨
Sincerely,
Included in this issue:
Calendar Reminders
- Independence Day, Friday, July 4
- FHS Summer Office Hours
- First Day of School for 2025-26, August 18
- Save the Date: Back to School Events
Fairfax Lions Need to Know:
- Security Screening Reminders
- Cell Phone Policy Update
Fairfax Lions Nice to Know:
- Falls Sports Tryouts, August 4
- New Sports Registration Website
- Quick Links
🗓️Calendar Reminders
🎆City of Fairfax Independence Day Celebration
INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE
July 4th, 2025
10am - Noon
Downtown Fairfax
Rain or Shine
EVENING SHOW & FIREWORKS
July 4, 2025
6:30PM - 10:30PM
Fairfax High School Stadium
3501 Lion Run, Fairfax
SHUTTLE UPDATE: New stop added at George Mason University’s Rappahannock River Parking Deck. Full details below under 'Shuttle Information'
IMPORTANT NOTICE: There will be BAG CHECKS to enter the event area. All bags and coolers will be subject to inspection. Bag checks will begin at 5:30pm and continue until 10:30pm, when the event ends. Clear bags are highly encouraged.
FOR LIVE UPDATES: Please visit our Parks and Recreation Facebook page for the most up to date information on how weather conditions predictions may affect the show. The fireworks display is scheduled for 9:30pm.
Details can be found on the City of Fairfax website. Happy 4th of July!
Fairfax HS Summer Office Hours
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FHS summer office hours are Monday-Thursday, 9am - 1pm, and closed on Fridays. 703-219-2200. |
🏫 Calendar Reminder: First Day of School
Save the Dates for these BTS Events!
Save the Dates! and join us for these Back to School events:
August 5-7, Lions on the Rise, 9am-12pm
- Join us for the 7th annual Lions on the Rise event for our incoming 9th graders; including games, spirit wear, FHS tours, and new friends!
August 7, Fresh Function, 5-6:30pm
- Rising 9th grade students and parents are invited to join the Administration and Student Services teams whoa re here to help you roar into Freshman year!
August 14
- New Student Orientation, 9-11am; Join us as we welcome our newest Lions! Hear from student leaders, tour the school, and more!
- Fear the Roar Open House Jam, 2-5pm
- 2:00-3:30pm visit classrooms and meet Teachers
- 2:00-5pm tour the building, buy swag, sign up for clubs, buy parking passes and more!
September 4, Back to School Night, 6:30-8pm
- 5:30: Sessions for Special Education, Multi-Language Learners, FLE
- 6:30-8pm: Visit classrooms and meet teachers
Security Screening Reminders
As we approach the new school year, we wanted to remind our students that Open Gate screening will occur daily. The following items should be removed from bags to prevent false readings:
- Lunch boxes
- Laptops
- Binders
- Pencil Cases
- Glasses Cases
- Umbrellas
Thank you for your help and cooperation!
📱Cell Phone Policy Update
Beginning in August, high school students can only use their cell phones and other personal devices (AirPods, smart watches, etc.) during lunch and before or after school. This is a change from FCPS’ current cell phone policy, which allows high schoolers to use devices during passing periods. Next school year, students must keep devices off and away during classroom time and during passing periods between classes.
Read more about the Cell Phone Policy.
Fairfax Lions Nice to Know:
Fall Sports Tryouts Start August 4
FCPS has recently changed the website where students/parents will register for sports/activities at Fairfax HS. All students must be registered prior to tryouts. Click here for new site: NEW STUDENT REGISTRATION
Fall Sports tryouts start on Monday, August 4th, except for Golf that starts on Tuesday, July 29th.
For sport specific information reach out directly to the fall coaches:
Cross Country - Marcus Odell, moodell@fcps.edu; Joaquin Garcia, jmgarcia1@fcps.edu
Field Hockey - Amber Beaudoin, abeaudoin@fcps.edu
Football - Trey Taylor, rstaylor@fcps.edu
Golf - Bill Latimer, wlatimer@fcps.edu
Volleyball - Sam Lee, sjlee2@fcps.edu
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NEW ACTIVITIES REGISTRATION SITE
FCPS has recently changed the website where students/parents will register for sports/activities at Fairfax HS. All students must be registered prior to tryouts. There was also an email from messaging@arbitersports.com, that went out on 6/20 with information on how to register, which can also be used. CLICK HERE to register your student athlete.
Please Note: Each family must create ONE new account—you can register multiple children under this single account. Previous log-ins will no longer work, so you must create a new account for this year. Once your new account is set up, log in and complete your student’s registration for the 2025–2026 school year.
Please use the NEW VHSL Physical Form, signed by a licensed physician. NEW PHYSICAL FORM
Physicals must be turned into the Activities Office or with Ms. Johnston or Ms. Rhodes in the Athletic Training Room. DO NOT hand physicals to your coach.
ALL TRANSFER STUDENTS by default are INELIGIBLE. More information can be found on the FCPS Website.
The NEW Guardian application process must be started before the transfer students is considered "bona fide" student.
NO TRANSFER IS ELIGIBLE UNTIL THERE IS NOTICE FROM THE GUARDIAN SYSTEM THAT INCLUDES A VHSL CITATION AND POST SEASON ELIGIBILITY.
If you have any questions, email Nancy Melnick, Director of Student Activities at NAMelnick@fcps.edu.
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