Please Support Our Teachers and Students
- Help Us Reach $51,330!
Dear Parents,
We’re excited to share that the McLean PTSA has raised $31,519 so far — THANK YOU for your generous support!
We still need your help to reach our goal of $51,330 for this school year. Your contributions directly support our teachers, students, and school programs.
We suggest a donation of $180 per family, which includes a $30 PTSA membership, but please know that every contribution, no matter the amount, truly makes a difference.
You can donate using the following links:
Suggested donation
Custom donation
Teacher & Staff Appreciation
Friday Breakfast Station
The PTSA organizes a weekly Friday Breakfast Station during the year stocked with contributions by fellow McLean HS families. The Friday Breakfast Station is set up in the front office and teachers & staff are grateful each week for your donations. Please click on the link to donate a breakfast item from the sign up list this month. Thank you in advance!
October's Friday Dates are: 10/03, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31
Link:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4EA4A822A7FEC07-52204108-202510
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October Testing Day - 10/08
The PTSA organizes snacks for the MHS Teachers/Staff proctoring the PSAT/SAT on Wednesday, October 8, 2025 during McLean HS's Testing Day. Let's express our thanks by donating snacks/candies to be set up in the front office so teachers/staff can pick up goodies with their packets. Please click on the link to contribute an item for Testing Day. Thank you in advance!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4EA4A822A7FEC07-57600184-202510
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Yearbook & Pictures
Senior Yearbook Photos - Scheduling your Appointment
Members of the Class of 2026 who have not yet been photographed, must schedule an appointment for our September / October dates! The final opportunity for senior portrait appointments at McLean will be Sept. 30- Oct. 1. Remember: the yearbook sitting fee is absolutely free! Schedule your appointment here: https://seniors.legacystudios.com/mclean-hs-va/
MAKEUP DAY - 9th, 10th and 11th graders:
Students who missed the original picture day, will have an opportunity to have their picture taken on our makeup day, Friday, November 7. More information about appointment times and room will be shared closer to Nov. 7.
Ordering a Yearbook – Prices go up Oct. 1!
Yearbooks are available for sale on MySchoolBucks. The price is $63 until October 1. Prices will go up after the October 1 presale date. Guarantee you get a book and get the best price and order by Oct. 1!
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Mock Testing - SAT and ACT
Looking for an opportunity to practice for the SAT and ACT? The McLean PTSA is partnering with The Princeton Review and Marigold Prep to offer practice tests. Each testing session starts at 9am. The test dates are as follows:
SAT : November 15, 2025; January 10, 2026; April 11, 2026, July 18, 2026
ACT : October 25, 2025; February 28, 2026; April 25, 2026
Join us virtually to take the full-length practice tests. The registration fee is $20 per exam.
To register for SAT practice tests, click here.
To register for ACT practice tests, click here.
Registration closes 3 days prior to each exam, and you will receive an email with further instructions regarding the testing session. After each test, you will receive a comprehensive score report detailing your strengths and weaknesses.
Questions? Contact tests@mcleanptsa.org
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Fulfill Service Requirements
Bright Beats – Calling Student Volunteers & Leaders!
Bright Beats is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit bringing music and joy to children with special needs through interactive sessions. They are seeking MHS student volunteers to help lead sing-alongs, rhythm games, and instrument play. No music/instrument experience needed - training will be provided. Students can earn service hours and build leadership skills while making a real impact in the community.
Leadership Opportunities:
In addition to volunteering, students can take on leadership roles as a chapter lead or on the executive team, helping coordinate events, recruit volunteers, and design future programs.
Upcoming Afterschool Sessions at Franklin Sherman ES (4–5 pm):
- November 10, 17, 24
- December 1, 8
Sign up here: https://www.brightbeats.org/join-us
Donation Needed for Food Programs
McLean Pantry
At McLean High School, teachers, student volunteers, and parents have come together to help combat hunger among students! The newly established McLean Pantry is currently collecting individually packaged food items, such as shelf-stable milk cartons, cups of noodles, and more. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Anshu Matalia at amatalia@mcleanptsa.org.
Food For Neighbors Red Bag Program
Please become a Food For Neighbors Red Bag Donor.
Once you sign-up, FFN will send you a reminder one week prior to the scheduled pickup (March, May, September, November and January). FFN donations are tax-deductible; FFN will provide donation confirmation.
Thank you for your support!
Calling a Volunteer
We have a rare opportunity for a parent to become a representative for the Superintendent’s Family Vision Group this school year. This group is a vital forum for elevating family voice and strengthening connection and meets 6 times a year in person from 6-7:30pm.
- Tentative Meeting Schedule for 2025–26: Thursday, September 4, 2025 (Full Group Kickoff); Monday, September 8, 2025 (Meeting #1); Wednesday, November 12, 2025 (Meeting #2); Wednesday, January 21, 2026 (Meeting #3); Wednesday, March 11, 2026 (Meeting #4); Wednesday, May 6, 2026 (Full Group Wrap-Up)
- Representatives are expected to attend all meetings whenever possible.
- Communication is essential—please notify the Family Vision Group Team in advance if you cannot attend a meeting.
- Representatives who accumulate three or more unexcused absences may be replaced during the school year
If you have any questions, please email FCPSfamilyvisiongroups@fcps.edu
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School Year PTSA Checklist
Important Upcoming Dates
October 8 - PSAT/SAT School Day
Helpful Links
Attendance Bell Schedule Red/Silver Calendar Office and Support Staff
Student Services Student Activities Special Education Resources
Teacher Office Hours Substance Abuse Prevention
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