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Upcoming Events
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 11, 2025
Bonjour and Buenos Dias from FHS!
What joyful sounds fill our halls and gym this week! We're absolutely loving the energy of our students as we host both our World Language Camp and Volleyball Camp. It's truly a delight to work with these bright, energetic future Lions, and their enthusiasm is contagious!
Important Updates for the Upcoming School Year!
As we look ahead, we want to make sure you're well-informed about a few key items for the 2025-2026 school year.
FCPS Grading Policy Changes
Fairfax County Public Schools has implemented some important adjustments to its grading policy for the upcoming academic year. We have included the new policy in this newsletter for your review.
Upcoming Events for Our Future Lions!
Mark your calendars for these exciting opportunities to get ready for the school year:
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Lions on the Rise Freshman Event: Our annual "Lions on the Rise" event for incoming 9th graders (Class of 2029) is scheduled for August 5th-7th, from 9 AM to 12 PM each day. This fantastic program will include games, snacks, opportunities to make new friends, receive some Fairfax spirit wear, and get a tour of the school. Our upperclassmen, teachers, counselors, and administrators will be on hand to answer questions and help prepare our freshmen for a great school year! You'll even learn about the new Freshman Academy. While attendance all three days isn't required, it's highly encouraged as each day offers something different.
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Feel the Roar Open House: Join us for our "Feel the Roar Open House JAM and Fairfax Academy Open House" on Thursday, August 14th, from 2 PM to 5 PM. This is a wonderful chance for all students and families to purchase parking, receive technology, visit classrooms, meet teachers, and reconnect with our school community before the official start of classes.
We are so excited for the new school year and can't wait to see all our Lions, new and returning, roaring with enthusiasm!
Sincerely,
Included in this issue:
School Spotlight
- World Languages and Volleyball Camps
Staff Spotlight
- English Teacher, Heather Davids, new Rotary Club Member
Calendar Reminders
- FHS Summer Office Hours
- First Day of School for 2025-26, August 18
- Save the Date: Back to School Events
- NEW: Class Meeting Dates
Fairfax Lions Need to Know:
- Middle School and High School Grading Updates
- Security Screening Reminders
- Cell Phone Policy Update
Fairfax Lions Nice to Know:
- Falls Sports Tryouts, August 4
- New Sports Registration Website
- Quick Links
New Rotary Member
Congratulations, Ms. Davids, on your Honorary Rotary recognition. We are lucky you are a 🦁 Lion!
World Languages and Volleyball Summer Camps are in Full Swing!
 
🗓️Calendar Reminders
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
Save The Date - BTS Class Meetings!
Save the Date for these Class Meetings - Zoom links to follow!
- AUGUST 6th - JUNIOR Class Meeting
- 6pm-7pm VIRTUALLY
- Hosted by Class of 2027 Administrator, Troy Ketch
- AUGUST 7th - FRESHMAN Class Meeting
- 5pm-6:30pm IN PERSON
- Hosted by Class of 2029 Administrator, Dana Walker
- AUGUST 13th - SOPHOMORE Class Meeting
- 6pm-7pm VIRTUALLY
- Hosted by Class of 2028 Administrator, Berneatta Barnes
- SEPTEMBER 4th - SENIOR Class Meeting
- 5:30-6:30pm IN PERSON, before Back to School Night
- Hosted by Class of 2026 Administrator, Brian Plancich
Questions, call - 703-219-2200
💯Middle School and High School Grading Updates
There will be new grading policies for all middle and high school classes in 2025-26. The goal of these changes is to increase consistency and clarity of grading practices. Learn about middle and high school grading policy updates.
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:
Cheerleading - Nina Serafin, agserafin@fcps.edu
Cross Country - Joaquin Garcia, jmgarcia1@fcps.edu
Field Hockey - Mack Anderson, mpanderson@fcps.edu
Football - Trey Taylor, rstaylor@fcps.edu
Golf - Bill Latimer, wlatimer@fcps.edu
Boys Volleyball - Ethan Luu, emluu@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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