Upcoming Events
August 28 - Celebrate McLean
August 29 and September 1 - Labor Day Holiday
September 3 - Back to School Night (more info to come)
September 3 - Senior Parent Night (more info to come)
August 28 - Celebrate McLean
Join us for Celebrate McLean on August 28th from 3:30 - 6:00 PM! It's a fantastic opportunity to discover more about our clubs, enjoy some games, and grab a bite to eat. Everyone in the community is welcome! Stick around after the celebration, as our football team kicks off against Chantilly at 7:00 PM.
August 29 and September 1 - Labor Day Holiday
Virginia legislation requires that schools opening prior to Labor Day must be closed the Friday immediately preceding Labor Day. We hope everyone takes the long weekend to celebrate a strong start to the school year and enjoy time with family and friends. See the complete school year calendar.
September 3 - Back to School Night
All students and families are invited to our Back to School night. Review the MHS Back to School Kit for more information.
September 3 - Senior Parent Meeting
Parents of Seniors! Please join us at our annual Senior Parent Night from 5:30-6:30pm on September 3rd in the Auditorium. In this meeting we will share upcoming events and information to be aware of related to post-secondary planning, with an emphasis on how best to support your student as they engage in the college application process. Parents can then transition to our Back-to-School-Night schedule following this presentation.
Classroom Highlights
Mr. Kin's Physics 1 students dove into the world of Fermi problems, using logic and estimation to solve real-world questions. Today, they tackled fun and thought-provoking challenges like estimating the number of cups of water in an Olympic-sized pool or estimating the time it would take to drive to the moon. This collaborative activity is helping them build crucial problem-solving skills and a deeper understanding of scientific reasoning.
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Ms. Glaser's AP English Language and Composition class kicked off the year building critical thinking and analytical skills by deconstructing images in preparation for writing rhetorical analysis essays. By examining elements like color, composition, and perspective, they learned to identify a photographer’s strategies and purpose, culminating in the creation of a thesis statement.
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School Year 2025-2026
💯 Secondary Grading Updates
There will be new secondary grading policies 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.
🩹 Back-to-School Immunization Requirements
Immunizations are required for all students to attend school in Virginia. This is an important part of protecting them from certain diseases and keeping them healthy.
When your child is immunized, remember to request a copy of their immunization record and bring that to our front office or submit the record via SIS ParentVUE as soon as possible. Find more information on FCPS’ website.
2025-2026 Health Room Information
The goal of the school health room is for students to experience a healthy and safe school year. Please help us by following current medication policies and updating emergency contact and student health information! Visit the Emergency Care Form & Health Room section of the MHS Back to School Kit.
Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R) Updates for 2025-26 School Year
At their May 8 meeting, the Fairfax County School Board approved changes to the SR&R, including its cell phone policy. Other SR&R updates include added clarity and/or procedures around topics such as discipline data, parent notifications, hate speech, and integrated discipline training. The full list of changes is available on BoardDocs.
Cell Phone Policy Update for High Schools
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. During the 2025-2026 school year, students must keep devices off and away during classroom time and during passing periods between classes.
We are committed to helping our students make responsible choices. If a student uses their phone during class, it will be collected by a member of the administrative or security team. The student will receive a receipt, and the phone will be stored in a locked cart until the end of the school day. Students may retrieve their phone after the final bell. Please visit our website to read more about the updated cell phone policy.
Attendance Reporting
Regular attendance can help students be successful at school, graduate on time, and achieve their life goals. Visit our website for attendance resources.
Testing Information
On Wednesday, October 8, McLean High School twelfth graders will have the opportunity to participate in the SAT School Day. FCPS will cover the cost for any twelfth-grade student to take this test. The essay option and subject area tests are not available during SAT School Day.
To reserve a seat for your twelfth grader to take this exam and ensure appropriate test materials are available for your student, families are asked to complete the McLean HS SAT Intent to Participate Form below by Wednesday, September 3. Your student will need to use an @fcpsschools.net email account to access and complete this form.
If you have questions about the SAT School Day administration at McLean High School, please contact the Assessment Coach Elly Donlen (ekdonlen@fcps.edu).
SAT School Day and PSAT/NMSQT 2025
SAT School Day and PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT) exams will be held at each high school, including ours, on Wednesday, October 8, at no cost to families. The digital SAT School Day exam is offered to 12th grade students, and the digital PSAT/NMSQT exam is provided to 10th and 11th grade students. Visit our website for more information.
Student Services
Not Returning to McLean High School?
Have your educational plans changed for the 2025-2026 school year? If so, it is important for us to know where your student will be attending school next year. If your student is not attending McLean in the 2025-2026 school year, please complete the following form: https://www.fcps.edu/sites/default/files/media/forms/it110.pdf and submit to Cindy Ramos, our Registrar, at cpramos@fcps.edu.
Seeking Family Liaison
McLean High School and Longfellow Middle School are seeking a dedicated and dynamic Family Liaison to serve in an hourly capacity in both of our school communities. This unique split position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the success and well-being of our students and their families.
About the Role:
As a Family Liaison, you will be a vital link between our schools, families, and the broader community. You will play a crucial role in fostering strong relationships, ensuring effective communication, and connecting families with the resources they need to support their child's academic and social-emotional growth.
If interested, please send your resume to Jenna Jablonski jmjablonski@fcps.edu or Aidan Vigil aavigil@fcps.edu.
 In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- 🎉 Countdown to the First Day of School
- 📞 Family Information Phone Lines
- 🩹 Update Your Child’s Immunizations and Records
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
McLean PTSA
McLean High School PTSA Information
Here are some quick links:
Weekly Reminders
McLean HS Tech Support for Students 🖥️
If you are experiencing issues with your FCPS issued laptop, please use the Tech Support Request Form to enter your information. The tech support team will then get back to you as soon as possible.
Social-Emotional Support
Mental Health and Wellness Support Services and Resources
McLean’s Clinical Staff are available to consult with parents and students regarding mental health related concerns and behaviors. They are also able to provide community resources as needed. Please see their contact information below:
Carol Ann Forrest, School Psychologist, CMForrest@fcps.edu
Beverly Parker-Lewis, School Psychologist, baparkerlewi@fcps.edu
Marly Jerome-Featherson, School Social Worker, mjeromefeath@fcps.edu
For more Mental Health and Wellness Information, please check out these Student Wellness Resources, FCPS’s Healthy Minds Blog and the FCPS’s Parent Resource Center.
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
Quick Links
FCPS Cares
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