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Centreville Students, Families, and Community,
As we observe Veterans Day this week, I want to take a moment to honor and thank the brave individuals who have served our country with courage, dedication, and sacrifice. We are especially grateful to the members of the Wildcat Nation who have worn the uniform and defended the freedoms we enjoy each day. Your service embodies the values of commitment, integrity, and resilience that inspire our entire school community.
This past week has been full of excitement and celebration at Centreville! We wrapped up the inaugural season of Girls Flag Football with a memorable Senior Night, honoring our first group of trailblazing athletes who helped establish this new program. The Pyramid Choir Concert was another highlight, bringing together talented singers from our feeder elementary schools, Liberty Middle School, and our very own Centreville choirs for a truly wonderful evening of music and community connection.
Our Wildcat football team capped off an incredible regular season, finishing undefeated in district play and earning the title of Concorde District Champions! Congratulations to our players and coaches on this outstanding achievement! Additionally, our Boys Cross Country team represented Centreville with pride at the State Tournament, demonstrating perseverance, teamwork, and excellence.
Looking ahead, we’re eagerly anticipating the opening night of our musical, Annie, this Thursday. This production showcases the incredible collaboration that defines our school by featuring a live pit orchestra of our talented music students and participation from students across the Centreville pyramid. We can’t wait to share this joyful performance with our community!
Finally, a reminder to all students, staff, and families to join us for the PTSA meeting on November 18, where Dr. Reid will share updates on the Centreville High School renovation project. This exciting renovation will benefit both current and future Wildcats, and we encourage everyone to attend and stay informed.
Thank you and Go Wildcats!
Dr. Erik Healey, Principal
November 2-24 - PTSA Holiday Candle Fundraiser
November 3 - Student Holiday
November 4 - Student Holiday
November 5 - Centreville Pyramid Choir Concert, 7:00PM
November 6 - Student v. Staff Volleyball Game, 6:00PM
November 6 - Chorus Boosters’ Poinsettia & Waxed Amaryllis Sale Opens
November 6-21 - Centreville SGA Canned Food Drive
November 10 - Winter Sports Season Begins
November 11 - School Holiday (Veteran’s Day)
November 12 - World Language Credit Exam
November 13-15 - CVHS Theatre Company Fall Musical: Annie
November 13, 17, 19 - 11th Grade Wellness Screener
November 17 - CATS Cycle 2 Begins
November 18 - PTSA Meeting with Dr. Reid - CVHS Renovation Update, 7:00PM
November 26-28 - School Holiday (Thanksgiving Break)
November 9-24 - PTSA Holiday Candle Fundraiser
November 10-21 - Centreville SGA Canned Food Drive
November 10 - Winter Sports Season Begins
November 11 - School Holiday (Veteran’s Day)
November 12 - World Language Credit Exam
November 13-15 - CVHS Theatre Company Fall Musical: Annie
November 14-15 - Alfred St. Baptist Church HBCU Festival, St. James in Springfield
November 13, 17, 19 - 11th Grade Wellness Screener
November 17 - CATS Cycle 2 Begins
November 18 - PTSA Meeting with Dr. Reid - CVHS Renovation Update, 7:00PM
November 26-28 - School Holiday (Thanksgiving Break)
December 3 - ASVAB Test Administration
December 3 - National Honor Society Induction Ceremony, 7:00PM
December 4 - Winter Band Concert, 7:00PM
November 9-24 - PTSA Holiday Candle Fundraiser: Shop local and support the Centreville High School PTSA this holiday season! The PTSA holiday fundraiser features 5oz hand-crafted, small-batch soy candles from locally owned business, Flame Pout. Each purchase gives back directly to the CVHS PTSA to help fund student programs, teacher resources, and school events. You can order four different scents tailored for our Wildcat community here. Thank you for your support!
November 10-21 - SGA Canned Food Drive: The annual Student Government Association (SGA) Canned Food Drive begins on November 6 and runs through November 21. Students can donate unexpired, non-parishable food items during their ROAR classes. The top 5 ROAR classes will each receive a prize.
November 12 - World Language Credit Exam: Students who registered for the World Language Credit by Exam (WLCE) will be administered their test at Centreville from 8:00AM-12:00PM. The WLCE assesses linguistic proficiency in languages other than English with the opportunity for students to earn up to three credits in the testing language, which fulfill the world language credit requirements for the Advanced Diploma. While registration for this exam is closed, students interested in future exams can get support from their counselor.
November 13-15 - CVHS Theatre Company Fall Musical: Annie: The CVHS Theatre Department is excited for their Fall musical, Annie. The musical features close to 30 high school performers, 20 high school stage technicians, and 28 student musicians in the live pit orchestra. Along with these students, the cast will be joined by 22 performers in grades 5-8 from Liberty Middle School, Union Mill Elementary School, Colin Powell Elementary School, Centreville Elementary School, and Bull Run Elementary School. Performances are November 13 at 7pm, November 14 at 7pm, and November 15 at 2pm & 7 pm. Tickets can be purchased here: https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/15624.
November 14-15 - Alfred St. Baptist Church HBCU Festival at St. James: The Alfred Street Baptist Church HBCU Festival in 2025 will take place on November 14-15, 2025, with a hybrid format that includes a virtual component on Friday, November 14, and an in-person event on Saturday, November 15, at The St. James in Springfield, VA. The event is designed to connect high school students and families with over 70 HBCUs through on-site admissions, scholarships, counseling, and other opportunities. Students can register here.
November 13, 17, 19 - 11th Grade Wellness Screener: We will be offering our wellness screening 11th grade students as part of the Signs of Suicide (SOS) Prevention program during ROAR on November 13, 17, and 19. Students will watch age-appropriate videos and participate in a discussion. The program teaches students about this difficult topic and encourages them to seek help. If you do NOT wish your child to participate in this program and/or screener, contact Kristin Girardin, Director of Student Services.
November 17 - CATS Cycle 2 Begins: Continuous Achievement & Targeted Support (CATS) Period is intended to provide students with targeted support during the school day. Students are identified for support based on data, testing needs, and progress toward completion of graduation requirements. Our second round of CATS period will begin on November 17, so some students may be assigned to a new CATS period based on their needs.
November 18 - PTSA Meeting with Dr. Reid - CVHS Renovation Update, 7:00PM: The Centreville High School (CVHS) PTSA is hosting Superintendent Dr. Reid at our November 18th meeting. We invite all families in the Centreville Pyramid to attend. Dr. Reid will provide updates to our community regarding the CVHS renovation. Since the renovation timeline affects both current and future Wildcats, this is a critical opportunity to learn more about the plans. We hope to see you there!
December 3 - ASVAB Test Administration: The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is a free career assessment that provides valuable insight into your skills in areas like math, verbal reasoning, science, and technical fields. Your results can help you:
- Identify your academic and technical strengths
- Explore careers in fields such as healthcare, technology, skilled trades, military service, and more
- Make informed decisions about college, training programs, or career opportunities after graduation
This year, we will offer the ASVAB at Centreville High on Wednesday, December 3. This is a valuable chance for students to learn more about themselves and your future. Plus, students who earn a qualifying score will earn distinguished honors at graduation!
Students need to complete this form no later than November 21st if you would like to take the ASVAB. Students will also need their parents to sign the ASVAB Opt-In Form. This is for students age 16 and up only. There is no obligation to join the military if you choose to take the ASVAB, but it is required if you plan to enlist in the military. The time and location will be shared closer to the date of the assessment.
December 4 - Winter Band Concert: Please join the Wildcat Band at the Winter Band Concert on Thursday, December 4th at 7PM in the CVHS auditorium. All of our talented band students from beginners to advanced will dazzle the audience with a variety of band tunes. The concert will also feature student-led small chamber ensemble performances. Finally, don’t miss a special guest conductor on the annual performance of Sleigh Ride! We hope to see you there!
Wildcat Staff Engage in Professional Learning: Last Monday, Centreville High School staff came together for a day of professional learning and collaboration. Working in content teams, teachers examined the level of thinking and rigor within classroom tasks and explored strategies to help students more effectively self-assess their learning, strengthening student ownership and agency. Our dedicated staff continues to model what it means to be continuous learners, always striving to grow and enhance the learning experience for all Wildcats.
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Chemistry Lab Blends Math, Mystery, and Collaboration: Students in Ms. Saccomando’s Chemistry class recently put their problem-solving skills to the test as they worked together to solve the mystery of how many different types of beans were in a canister. Through collaboration and the application of mathematical reasoning, students combined critical thinking with teamwork to uncover the answer. Activities like this highlight how our staff are committed to ensuring students not only master content, but also develop transferable skills that prepare them for success across all areas of learning.
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Student v. Staff Volleyball Game for a Cause: Last week, students and staff came together for our annual Student vs. Staff Volleyball Game, a spirited tradition that brings our Wildcat community together for a great cause. For the second year in a row, the staff claimed victory on the court! More importantly, the event served as a reminder of the power of unity and hope in the fight against cancer. The evening began with a heartfelt tribute to Ms. Scales, one of our own Wildcat staff members, who recently triumphed over her battle with cancer. We extend our love and support to all families in our community who have been impacted by cancer, honoring their strength and resilience in the face of challenge.
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Mark your Calendars for CVHS Curriculum Night: It’s hard to believe, but our Student Services department is beginning to plan for the 2026-2027 school year. The Centreville High School Curriculum Night will take place on Thursday, January 8th from 6:30-8:00PM (with January 15th serving as a snow date). The evening will consist of a Rising 9th Grade Presentation from 6:30-7:00, with additional workshops taking place for current families, followed by our Curriculum Fair from 7:00-8:00PM. Students and families will be able to have conversations with teachers from each department about the course offerings so students can make the most informed decisions about their course selections for 2026-2027.
Every Day Is a Stepping Stone to Success: Attendance is an important life skill that will help your child later in life. It’s a good habit to build now that will help them graduate on time and help them with time management. Parents and families can play a big role in helping kick-start good attendance habits.
Please take a look at the FCPS Calendar. Try to schedule any trips or family events on weekends and school holidays. Keep in mind that absences add up quickly. Students who are absent 10% of the school year (or just two days per month) are considered “chronically absent.”
When possible, schedule appointments for your child outside of school hours. If your child needs to miss school because of an illness or appointment, you must report the absence to our school. Visit our Attendance webpage for more information.
November Is National Family Engagement Month: Family Engagement Month is a time to remember that parents and caregivers are children’s first and most important teachers, advocates, and nurturers.
The FCPS Family Academy supports the continued success and well-being of each and every student within the FCPS community. The Academy offers a variety of positive and engaging learning opportunities and meaningful connections to transform the FCPS experience into a welcoming environment for all families.
FCPS Family Café Series: Support Your Child’s Growth and Learning: The FCPS Family Academy announces the launch of a monthly series called the FCPS Family Café. These fun and helpful sessions are designed to keep families informed and involved in their child’s education. At Family Café, parents are key partners in helping children succeed. Click on a topic below to register to attend.
Volunteer Registration Update: Due to the overwhelming response from our community, FCPS is temporarily pausing fingerprint requirements for most Level 3 volunteers.
If you are scheduled for an upcoming fingerprinting appointment, please cancel your appointment unless you are a mentor, host parent, or non-parent volunteer having frequent, direct, and unsupervised contact with students, which will still require fingerprinting. FCPS will be charged if individuals miss a fingerprinting appointment without canceling in advance.
Those who have already been fingerprinted will be processed to be eligible for all Level 3 opportunities.
Field trip chaperone opportunities will now be classified as Level 2 (not requiring a background check).
To ensure continuous safety, all new volunteers are required to sign a Volunteer Certification Statement. This statement is a legal attestation confirming you have no history of violent felonies, physical/sexual crimes against children, or crimes of moral turpitude.
Want to volunteer? Visit Volunteer FCPS to find and sign up for volunteer opportunities. Contact Volunteers@fcps.edu with any questions.
Tutoring Resources for Families: Some families may be looking for additional resources to help support their child’s academic success. The FCPS Family Resource Center (FRC) maintains a list of FCPS employees who hold a valid Virginia teaching credential and who are available to hire as tutors. This list is a resource offered by the FRC, but families are responsible for contacting and working directly with the tutors. This list is not approved by FCPS and is only meant to be a resource to families.
FCPS also partners with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors' services, at no cost, including weekly live online classes, on-demand 24/7 chat tutoring, essay editing, and study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests.
Apply Anytime for Free and Reduced-Price Meals: Families are encouraged to apply for free and reduced-price meals at any time during the school year.
If your income changes — for example, due to a furlough, layoff, or job loss — you may become newly eligible. Once approved, your benefits stay active for the rest of the school year and for the first 30 days of the next school year.
Students who qualify for free and reduced-price meals or attend a Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) school receive free breakfast and lunch every school day. It’s a great way to make your food budget go further and save time from packing meals. Learn more about FCPS Food and Nutrition.
Impact of Federal Shutdown on Local Community: Fairfax County is home to around 80,000 federal employees and thousands of federal contractors. Its Federal Workforce Resource Hub is intended to help navigate current and future issues for residents, government employees, active military/veterans, contractors, nonprofits, and businesses who may be affected by actions, changes, or disruptions to federal services or employment. Find more community resources for families.
PSAT/SAT School Day Scores Available: Students who participated in the School Day SAT/PSAT on October 8 are now able to access scores via the College Board BigFuture School App or their College Board accounts. Students who participated in a make-up test will have access to scores on Thursday, November 6. Video tutorials for accessing and understanding PSAT and SAT scores are available on the College Board website.
National Merit Scholarship Information: Eleventh grade students who participated in the PSAT may qualify for the National Merit Scholarship Program. Find information on the National Merit Scholarship Corporation website. Families can reach out to their student’s school PSAT coordinator if they have questions regarding PSAT score reporting or the National Merit Scholarship Program.
Cada Día Damos un Paso Más Hacia el Éxito: La asistencia es una habilidad importante en la vida que ayudará a su hijo en el futuro. Es un buen hábito para construir ahora y ayudarlos a graduarse de la universidad a tiempo y reportarse a tiempo continuamente al trabajo.
De un vistazo al calendario de FCPS. Trate de asegurarse que cualquier viaje o evento familiar sea en fines de semana o en días de feriado. Cada día de aprendizaje es un día hacia el éxito. Tenga en cuenta que las ausencias se suman rápidamente. Los estudiantes que están ausentes el 10 por ciento del año escolar (o sólo dos días por mes) son considerados "ausentes crónicos."
Cuando sea posible, programe citas para su hijo fuera del horario escolar. Si su hijo tiene que faltar a la escuela por una enfermedad o una cita, debe informar de la ausencia a la escuela. La mayoría de las escuelas tienen enlaces a los sistemas de notificación o correo electrónico de asistencia escolar en sus páginas web. Si no está seguro de cómo ponerse en contacto con ellos, llame a la oficina principal.
Visite nuestra página web de asistencia para obtener recursos sobre la asistencia.
Noviembre es el Mes Nacional de la Participación Familiar: Noviembre es el Mes Nacional de la Participación Familiar, es el tiempo para recordar que las familias son los primeros y más importantes maestros, defensores y protectores de los niños.
La Academia Familiar de FCPS apoya el éxito sostenido y el bienestar de todos y cada uno de los estudiantes dentro de la comunidad de FCPS. La Academia ofrece una variedad de oportunidades de aprendizaje que son positivas y participativas, y que brindan importantes conexiones que transforman la experiencia de la educación en FCPS en un ambiente acogedor para todas las familias.
La Serie de Eventos de FCPS Café Familiar: Apoye el Crecimiento y Aprendizaje de su Niño
La Academia Familiar de FCPS anunció el lanzamiento de una serie de eventos mensuales llamados el Café Familiar de FCPS. Estas divertidas y útiles sesiones están diseñadas para mantener a las familias informadas e involucradas en la educación de sus niños. En el Café Familiar los padres se convierten en aliados clave para soportar el éxito de los niños. Haga clic sobre el tema que le interese para que se registre para asistir.
Actualización Sobre el Registro de Voluntarios: Debido a la enorme cantidad de respuestas recibidas de nuestra comunidad, FCPS suspenderá temporalmente los requisitos de huellas dactilares para la mayoría de los voluntarios de nivel 3. Las personas que tengan programada una cita para obtener su huellas dactilares deben cancelar su cita, a menos que sean mentores, padres anfitriones o voluntarios que no sean padres y que tengan contacto frecuente, directo y sin supervisión con los estudiantes, en cuyo caso seguirán siendo necesarias las huellas dactilares. FCPS será cobrado si las personas faltan a su cita para obtener sus huellas dactilares sin cancelar con anticipación.Aquellos que ya han obtenido sus huellas dactilares serán procesados para ser elegibles para todas las oportunidades de nivel 3.
Las oportunidades de acompañantes en excursiones ahora se clasificarán como nivel 2 (no requieren una verificación de antecedentes). Para garantizar la seguridad continua, todos los nuevos voluntarios deben firmar una Declaración de Certificación de Voluntariado. Esta declaración es un certificado legal que confirma que no tiene antecedentes de delitos violentos, delitos físicos/sexuales contra niños o delitos de depravación moral.¿Quiere ser voluntario? Visite volunteer.fcps.edu para encontrar y registrarse en oportunidades de voluntariado. Si tiene alguna pregunta, visite Contact Volunteers@fcps.edu.
Recursos de tutoría para familias: Algunas familias pueden estar buscando recursos adicionales para ayudar a apoyar el éxito académico de sus hijos. El Centro de Recursos Familiares mantiene una lista de empleados de FCPS que poseen una credencial válida de enseñanza de Virginia y que están disponibles para ser contratados por los padres como tutores. Esta lista es un recurso ofrecido por el FRC, pero las familias son responsables de contactar y trabajar directamente con los tutores. Esta lista no está «aprobada» por FCPS y es sólo un recurso para las familias.
FCPS también se asocia con Varsity Tutors para proporcionar a los estudiantes y las familias con recursos adicionales para el aprendizaje. Cada estudiante puede aprovechar los servicios de Varsity Tutors, sin costo alguno, incluyendo clases semanales en línea en vivo, tutoría por chat 24/7 a pedido, edición de ensayos, recursos de estudio como contenido grabado, problemas de práctica y pruebas de diagnóstico.
Solicite en Cualquier Momento para Comidas Gratuitas o a Precio Reducido: Animamos a las familias a solicitar comidas gratuitas o a precio reducido en cualquier momento durante el año escolar.
Si sus ingresos cambian, por ejemplo, por causa de un permiso no remunerado, separación del trabajo o pérdida del empleo, usted podría convertirse en elegible para recibir el beneficio. Una vez aprobados, estos beneficios permanecerán activos por el resto del año escolar y por los primeros 30 días del siguiente.
Los estudiantes que califiquen para recibir comidas gratis o a precio reducido, o que assistant a una Escuela con Elegibilidad para Provisión Comunitaria (CEP, por sus siglas en inglés) reciben desayunos y almuerzos gratis todos los días escolares. Esta es una buena forma de estirar su presupuesto de comidas y de ahorrar tiempo preparando loncheras. Aprenda más sobre Alimentación y Nutrición en FCPS. .
El Impacto del Cierre del Gobierno Federal en la Comunidad Local: El Condado de Fairfax es el hogar para alrededor de 80,000 trabajadores y miles de contratistas federales. Su Centro de Recursos para la Fuerza Laboral Federal tiene como objetivo ayudar a abordar cuestiones actuales y futuras a los residentes, empleados públicos, militares en activo/veteranos, contratistas, organizaciones sin ánimo de lucro y empresas que puedan verse afectados por medidas, cambios o interrupciones en los servicios o el empleo federales.Conozca más sobre los recursos comunitarios disponibles para las familias.
Las Calificaciones de los Exámenes PSAT/SAT están Disponibles: Los estudiantes que tomaron los exámenes SAT/PSAT el 8 de octubre pueden ahora acceder a sus calificaciones a través de la aplicación de “College Board BigFuture School”, usando sus cuentas en “College Board”. Aquellos estudiantes que tomaron los exámenes en una fecha alternativa tendrán acceso a sus calificaciones el jueves, 6 de noviembre. Videos tutoriales para acceder y entender las calificaciones de PSAT y SAT están disponibles en la página web de “College Board”.
Información sobre la Beca Académica “National Merit”: Los estudiantes de 11vo grado, quienes tomaron en el examen PSAT podrían calificar para participar en el programa de la Beca Académica “National Merit” y pueden encontrar información adicional en la página web de la National Merit Scholarship Corporation. Si tienen preguntas sobre la calificación recibida en el PSAT o sobre el programa de la Beca Académica “National Merit”, las familias pueden contactar al coordinador de PSAT en la escuela de su hijo.
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