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Centreville Students, Families, and Community,
I hope everyone is staying warm and safe!. To reiterate the message that went out from FCPS earlier today, there will be no school tomorrow (Monday) due to the inclement weather. Whether you’re curling up inside with a good book or heading outside for some sledding, I hope our Wildcat community is able to enjoy your favorite winter activities and stay safe.
As we look ahead to the rest of the week, we will continue to stay in tune with any FCPS updates and how potential closures may impact the end of the quarter on Wednesday. I encourage our students to continue checking Schoology and to be prepared for whenever we are able to return to school this week.
On Friday night, I had the pleasure of celebrating our senior members of the Swim and Dive team during their meet against Westfield. I always love seeing the traditions that make Centreville special, especially running through the gauntlet and jumping into the pool to commemorate their time as student-athletes. Our seniors have truly left their mark on the Wildcat Nation, and it was a joy to celebrate them.
As we near the halfway point of the school year, this is also a great time to briefly revisit a few key student expectations that help us maintain a positive school climate:
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Cell phones and earbuds may only be used before school, after school, or during a student’s assigned lunch period in the cafeteria.
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Lunch expectations include remaining in the cafeteria unless students have an approved pass for the library or a teacher-supervised space. Students may not leave campus or go to the parking lot during lunch.
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Attending class on time is essential. Students should use the warning music and bell as cues to be in class and ready to learn.
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Bathroom use should be direct and brief, with students returning to class promptly.
Students will have a full lesson during ROAR in the coming weeks to more deeply explore these expectations and review important Student Rights & Responsibilities (SR&R) reminders.
As always, I want to thank our families and community members for your continued collaboration and communication. Working together is essential as we support our students’ growth, success, and well-being. I’m grateful to be part of such a caring and engaged Wildcat community.
Thank you and Go Wildcats!
Dr. Erik Healey, Principal
January 28 - End of Second Quarter, Two-Hour Early Release
January 28 - Gap Year Fair, Marshall High School, 6:00-8:30PM
January 29-30 - Student Holiday (Teacher Work Days)
January 30 - String-a-Palooza Centreville Pyramid Event
February 2 - WIDA Testing Begins
February 3 - Family Cafe Series - Intro to Career Pathways, Centreville High, 6:30-8:00PM
February 12 - Northern Region Wrestling Tournament, Centreville High School
February 12-14 - All-District Choir Competition, West Springfield High
February 16 - No School - Presidents Day Holiday
February 17 - Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day)
January 28 - Gap Year Fair: FCPS School Counseling and Go Overseas invite you to attend the 2026 Gap Year Fair on January 28 from 6-8:30pm at Marshall HS. The fair will provide students with broad exposure to programs that emphasize experiential education and personal growth through travel, language immersion, directed study, outdoor adventure, community service, and internships. Student registration is encouraged.
January 30 - String-A-Palooza: String-A-Palooza will take place at CVHS on Friday, January 30, 2026! The event brings together all 5th and 6th grade string students from schools in the CVHS pyramid for a full day of music-making and fun! Students will rehearse, participate in instrument-specific clinics with directors in the pyramid, and enjoy a general string clinic led by Mrs. Taylor (Liberty Middle School) alongside CVHS orchestra directors Dr. Taylor and Mrs. Kohut. Our very own CVHS students will also be there to mentor! The day concludes with a celebratory performance at 2:45 showcasing the students’ hard work and collaboration. It’s a fantastic opportunity for young musicians to learn, connect, and play together!
February 2 - WIDA Testing Begins: Starting February 2, Centreville High School will begin WIDA testing for nearly 350 students who have already been contacted regarding their specific testing dates. We want to emphasize how important it is for students to attend and give their absolute best effort; remember our motto: "4.4, WIDA no more!" as scoring a 4.4 or higher allows students to officially exit the program.
To support our students, we are providing breakfast or lunch (depending on the testing window), snacks, and entry into a raffle for exciting prizes. Furthermore, students who show significant progress or successfully exit the program will earn prestigious cords and medallions to wear with pride during their graduation ceremony.
February 3 - Family Cafe Series - Intro to Career Pathways for Students: Join us to learn more about Career Pathways, Academies, Courses and Certifications offered in FCPS. At this session you will learn about the various career and technical education courses available to middle and high school students in FCPS. This session will include information about available pathways, specialty programs and career academy opportunities. Currently, there are over 160 Career and Technical Education (CTE) course options available to students. Many CTE programs include industry credentials, work-based learning, and career and technical student organizations, allowing students to develop the skills needed to be successful in future education, training, and careers. Register here to attend.
February 12 - Northern Region Wrestling Tournament: Centreville will host the Regional Wrestling Tournament on Thursday, February 12 during the school day. Hundreds of athletes, families, and community members will be in attendance, so we will have adjusted protocols in place. Specifically, certain areas of the building will be restricted to ensure safety and security, which may impact some students and classes.
February 12-14 - All-District Chorus Competition: The following 30 students were selected to represent Centreville High School in VCDA District XI Honors Chorus! These talented singers will rehearse challenging music with renowned guest conductors February 12-14 at West Springfield HS. The 3-day event ends with a 1pm concert on Saturday, February 14 in the West Springfield auditorium. The concert is free and open to the public. Congratulations to: Sarah Ababu, Annika Aneja, Annie Chun, Hasene DeviNirmalraj, Antonella Foschi, Ximena Frazier, Lily Hamel, Divya Iyer, Kanaye Jat, Erik Kaiser, Ikliv Kaur, Frances Kowalski, Laasini Kurella, Mia Lovecchio, Elizabeth Matthesen, Audrey Nagle, Makena Nelson, Liliana Nguyen, Gigi Okey-Eboh, Audrey Payne, Prithika Raja, Adinda Rania, Madelyn Regan, Alice Sengstack, Jackson Sobel, Naya Sohi, Arsema Tafari, Anvita Tangella, Bhavya Varma, and Eric Wyche.
Centreville High School Artists Earn ARTiFAX Awards: Congratulations to Mena Basiri, Piper Deskins, Cecelia Frederick, Jayla Ho, Laksmita Kandipan, Ash Montgomery, Nick Noble, Sophia Shin, Audrey Suh, Kaylen Won, and Daniella Yim, for earning a 2026 ARTiFAX Award for their submitted artwork. Awards include recognition of their artistry, creative process, cultural context, and their authentic and reflective voice. We wish them the best of luck in the next phase of the competition. Artwork can be seen at the Northern Virginia Community College (Annandale) Ernst Center on Monday, February 2.
CVHS Junior, Vivien Berg, Develops SOLace to Support Student Success: Centreville High School junior, Vivien Berg, developed SOLace, a new website that allows students from grades 3-12 to prepare for any math, reading, or science SOL using interactive practice tests. The website is fully not-for-profit with zero fees or sign-ups, so students can get to practicing in seconds in the classroom or at home. SOLace uses past test questions from officially released SOLs and contains intuitive explanations for each question, helping students learn and grow through their practice. Its user-friendly design and advanced accessibility features make it suitable for all students. Visit learnsolace.org today to see how SOLace turns practice into progress.
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CVHS Teacher and Coach, Lindsey Ottavio, Inducted into Woodson Hall of Fame: Current CVHS Health & PE teacher and Coach, Lindsey Ottavio is a former W.T. Woodson standout whose exceptional career spanned both soccer and track and field, earning an impressive 12 varsity letters and top honors including Female Athlete of the Year and Sportswoman of the Year. A dominant soccer player and team captain, she garnered numerous regional, state, and All-Met accolades before continuing her success at Longwood University and internationally in England. Her sustained excellence, leadership, and impact on athletics culminated in her induction into the Hall of Fame, a well-deserved recognition of her legacy. We are incredibly proud to have Lindsey Ottavio at Centreville High School, where she continues to inspire students and athletes every day.
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Food for Neighbors Event Brings Community Together: On January 17, we hosted a Food for Neighbors donation and sorting event at Centreville High School. We appreciate the generosity of our community with both donations and the time our volunteers devoted to sorting food for delivery. We are proud to continue to partner with Food for Neighbors to support the Centreville community! Consider donating or volunteering with Food for Neighbors in the future.
More News and Updates on-the-Go With the FCPS AppGone are the days of digging through emails or hunting for bookmarks. The FCPS app provides a custom experience that is both powerful and easy to use. Here’s how it makes life easier:
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Customized for Your Family: Do you have students at two (or more!) schools? You can "follow" multiple schools to get a feed of news, notices, and events.
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No Sign-In Required: Access essential content like district-wide announcements, live updates, and school calendars instantly. There’s no password to remember, and no login is required.
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Real-Time Notifications: Get push notifications for urgent updates including weather announcements.
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Everything in One Place: From bell schedules and staff directories to athletic event locations and school menus, the app is a central hub for all things FCPS.
To ensure every family stays informed, the app supports automatic translation for more than 100 languages. Learn more about the app or download it today from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
Prepare for Winter Weather
Winter weather will be here before you know it! Watch this video to see how weather closing decisions are made at FCPS.
FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible, including email, text, social media, the new FCPS mobile app, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated.
Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange emergency child care if needed.
Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities
We will monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories that may prevent children from being outside. Make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outdoors. View the National Weather Service’s tips on staying safe during cold weather.
If you need assistance getting cold-weather clothing for your family, please call Fairfax County Coordinated Services Planning (CSP) at 703-222-0880. Their multilingual staff can assist with any challenges you are facing, including food, shelter, employment, financial assistance, and health.
Winter Resources for Families
A list of resources has been compiled for students and families in case they or someone they know needs assistance while schools are closed for winter weather. Please visit FCPS’ winter resources page for information on academic support, mental health support, and county resources related to food, clothing, housing, and other needs.
Even If School Is Closed, Learning Can Continue!
We encourage students to take advantage of fun learning opportunities during snow or inclement weather days. Consider these winter activities to blend education and play at home.
Preparativos para el InviernoEl tiempo de invierno llegará pronto. El tiempo de invierno llegará pronto. Mire este video para ver cómo deciden cuándo hay que cerrar las escuelas debido al clima.
El sitio web de FCPS es generalmente el primer lugar donde publicaremos cuando haya un cierre de emergencia por el clima. Otros canales de comunicación serán usados lo más pronto posible incluyendo correo electrónico, texto, medios sociales, y estaciones de noticias. Aprenda más sobre cómo se comunican los cambios de horario.
Asegúrese de planificar para la temporada de invierno. Asegúrese de que su información de contacto esté actualizada en SIS ParentVUE, marque el sitio web de FCPS, y planifique para el cuidado de niños si es apropiado.
Mantenga a Su Hijo Bien Abrigado Durante las Actividades al Aire LibreEstaremos atentos a las bajas temperaturas, los avisos y advertencias de viento helado y los avisos meteorológicos que pueden impedir que los niños estén al aire libre. Sin embargo, asegúrese de que su hijo esté vestido apropiadamente con un abrigo y otra ropa de clima frío para que pueda disfrutar cómodamente de su tiempo al aire libre. El Servicio Meteorológico Nacional ofrece algunos consejos para mantenerse seguro durante el tiempo frío.
Si necesita ayuda para proveer a su hijo de ropa para el clima frío, por favor llame a la Planificación de Servicios Coordinados del Condado de Fairfax al 703-222-0880. El personal multilingüe puede ayudarle con cualquier dificultad que se le presente, como la alimentación, el alojamiento, el empleo, la asistencia financiera, la atención sanitaria y otras necesidades.
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