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Woodson Weekly is published every Monday to provide the community with important information about school life at Woodson High School.
Vision Statement
Carter G. Woodson High School is a community that embraces diversity in a culture of improvement and success that promotes academic curiosity and individual mental and physical growth.
Message from Mr. Greata
Our first Parent-Teacher-Student Organization (PTSO) meeting of the year will be held this Tuesday at 7:00 PM in person, in our library. Please join us in supporting this amazing organization that provides so much for our school. Many important topics will be discussed, including the All-Night Grad Party and you’ll also get to hear upcoming student activities from some of our student leaders.
Thank you to everyone who has already joined the PTSO—our membership numbers are up, and we want to keep the momentum going! If you haven’t yet joined, you can [click here] to learn more and become a member.
We are proud to congratulate our eight National Merit Semifinalists this year: Kavya Balachandar, Aiden Brennan, Ethan Lee, Alexander Liu, James Ngo, Ada Qin, James Stansbery, and Noah Yen-Goossens. This recognition is part of the National Merit Scholarship Program, which highlights students for exceptional academic achievement based primarily on their PSAT/NMSQT performance. More information about the program can be found [here].
Please note that the PSAT/NMSQT exam will be administered on Wednesday, October 8th, to all 10th and 11th graders. Seniors who registered for the SAT will also test that day. Freshmen will not attend school on October 8th.
Looking for something fun this weekend? Join us at Woodson for our Frost/Woodson Collabaret, a special collaboration with Frost Middle School as students perform musical numbers and short scenes. This event, sponsored by our Thespian Honor Society, builds community across our pyramid and gives our performers a great opportunity to shine. Admission is free, though donations to the Woodson Drama Boosters are encouraged.
As we begin the fifth week of school, it’s a great time to check in on your student’s progress. Our staff will be reviewing grades to identify students who may need additional support. We encourage families to log into ParentVUE to check grades regularly. If you don’t yet have access, you can find instructions [here].
Thank you for your continued support, and I hope you have a wonderful week!
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Important Information:
Free and Reduced Meals
FRM eligibility carryover from SY 24-25 is valid for the first thirty (30) days of school, or until a new application is processed. Households will be required to submit a new application by October 1, 2025.
If you want your children to participate in FCPS fee-based programs on a free or reduced fee basis and receive information about other benefits for your children parents must also fill out the FCPS Consent to Share Students’ Meals Eligibility Status Information for Benefits for Other Programs.
Families can apply online for the 2025–2026 school year on the FNS webpage for a quicker response, though paper applications are also available from schools or can be printed from the website.
World Language Credit by Exam
The World Languages Credit by Exam (WLCBE) is an optional test for students in grades 7-12 who can speak and write (type) proficiently in a language other than English. Based on the results of the exam, students can earn 1, 2, and/or 3 world language credits. These credits are recorded on a transcript as Pass (P). No letter grade is assigned to any credits earned through the WLCBE.
The 2025 World Languages Credit by Exam will be administered at Woodson High School on Friday, November 21 during Returns at 9:45 AM in Cavalier Hall. It will last for both Return periods and conclude around 11:15AM.
Registration for the WLCBE is now open and closes on Friday, October 17, at 4 p.m. Late registrations will not be accepted.
To register your student for the exam, please turn in the Notification of Registration Opportunity WLCBE Form (available in eight different languages). You may print, complete, and sign the form and then have your student turn the form into their counselor in Student Services. Or, you may complete the form, scan it, and then email it to your student’s assigned counselor.
For additional information about the WLCBE, and to view a list of the languages offered on the exam, please visit the FCPS WLCBE website. This google form also contains detailed information about the WLCBE including links to a practice test in the AVANT testing platform.
If you have any questions, please reach out to your child’s school counselor.
SEL Screening
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) believes in supporting social and emotional learning (SEL) for all students. In FCPS, students use a tool called the SEL Screener to think about their own SEL skills and experiences at school. Woodson High School students in grades 9-12 will be participating in the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener in the Fall and Spring. The Fall SEL Screener date is Thursday, October 23, during 3rd Return.
Parents/guardians may request that their student not participate in the SEL Screener on an annual basis. This can be done via the Parent Digital Consent System OR by completing the Fairfax County Social Emotional Learning Screener Opt-Out Request Form, which is attached to this message below. If completing the form, please return it to your child’s school counselor (either by scanning and emailing it, or having your child bring it to the Student Services office). The deadline to submit the opt-out form is Wednesday, October 22.
After each screening, results are available in the Documents tab of SIS ParentVUE. For more information about the SEL Screener, including information on opting out, please see the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage.
Notification of SEL Screener and Opt-Out.pdf
PSAT/NMSQT
On Wednesday, October 8, all Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) high schools will have a two-hour early release schedule.
High school academy courses and shuttles will be canceled on this day. FCPS will provide regular bus transportation in the morning and after the early release.
Prior to the test, students will complete a digital readiness check that includes an optional pre-survey. If you wish to opt your child out of the pre-survey, you must email Kathleen Crosson by Friday, September 19, 2025. You'll need to include your student's full legal name and FCPS Student ID number.
Additional information about the content of the pre-survey and opting your child out can be found on the SAT and PSAT Pre-Survey Opt-Out Policy webpage at https://www.fcps.edu/node/36639.
If you have questions about the PSAT/NMSQT or SAT School Day administration, please contact Kathleen Crosson, Woodson’s Student Testing Coordinator.
Important Dates for 2025-2026
Wednesday, October 8th - PSAT/NMSQT and SAT School Day
Friday, October 10th - Underclass Picture Make-Up
Friday, October 17th - Homecoming Parade and Football Game
Saturday, October 18th - Homecoming Dance
Monday, December 22, 2025 - Friday, January 2, 2026 - Winter Break
Thursday, January 15th-Curriculum Night 6-8pm
Monday, March 30th - Friday, April 3 - Spring Break
Thursday, June 4th- Class of 2026 Graduation
Wednesday, June 17th - Last Day of SY25-26
Partners for Safe Teen Driving Seminars
Attention all 10th grade students and their parents. All new drivers and parents must attend a state mandated traffic safety seminar, Partners for Safe Teen Driving. Please mark your calendar for the Woodson seminars for 2025-2026. Seminars will begin at 6:30 p.m. and will take place in the Woodson Auditorium. You do NOT have to register for this, attendance will be taken at the presentation.
Wednesday, November 19th, Wednesday, February 11th Wednesday, April 8th
Athletic Gear Sale
You may purchase Woodson Athletic / PE wear visiting this online store. We won’t be selling spirit wear at CG Woodson athletic events this year — but don’t worry! You can still stock up on all your favorite Cavalier gear online.
Shop anytime, from anywhere!
From classic tees to cozy hoodies and fan-favorite accessories, we’ve got the spirit gear to keep you looking sharp and showing off your Cav pride.
Variety of Colors & Styles
Most items come in multiple colors — be sure to click on each product to explore all your options!
Questions? Contact Heather Lennon at mhlennon5@gmail.com.
Immunization Requirements for Seniors
Immunizations are required for all students entering 12th grade this fall. Visit FCPS’ immunization webpage to learn about the required vaccines.
Caregivers should ask their private healthcare provider or the health department to review their student's immunization record to ensure that their student has received these required immunizations.
Twelfth grade students must submit documentation of the Meningococcal vaccine.
Get more information on all student immunization requirements.
Please contact Woodson Registrar, Darlene Sheppard at dmsheppard@fcps.edu if you have any questions.
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Math Center
The Woodson Math Center is now open. Students can come by B208 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 3:00 - 3:45 pm to receive free peer math tutoring. Snacks will be provided!
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