THIS WEEK AT MADISON
2/2/2026
IMPORTANT INFO & EVENTS
Driving and Kiss and Ride - PLEASE READ!
To alleviate congestion on James Madison Drive, we ask that ALL Kiss and Ride drop offs and pick up happen in the back of the building by entering our campus from Flint Hill Road. Please arrive as early as possible. To help with morning drop-offs, we will open the building 15 minutes earlier, at 7:15 AM.
Driving to School
If driving to school, please be aware that the presence of large snow piles has reduced the number of available parking spaces. However, the majority of our parking spots are still accessible. We strongly suggest visiting the school this afternoon or evening to confirm the availability of your usual spot. The gravel lot is open, but we advise exercising caution in this area. Changing temperatures may cause the melting snow to create muddy or icy conditions.
Midyear Student Attendance Summary - Coming Soon!
As you know, regular attendance is a priority at Madison High School and is crucial for the academic success of all students. Studies have repeatedly proven that students with better attendance records perform better in school and are more likely to graduate high school on time.
In the next few weeks we will be sending out a personalized Attendance Summary to each student and family. We recognize that there are a variety of reasons that students are absent and this summary will be for informational purposes only.
We appreciate your partnership in prioritizing regular school attendance. Please reach out to your student’s counselor or visit this FCPS resource on Encouraging School Attendance if you need additional support.
STUDENT SERVICES & TESTING
College Partnership Program
The College Partnership Program (CPP) is one of many opportunities for FCPS students to access support as they explore the idea of going to college. The goal of CPP is to systematically mitigate the impact of barriers to access and opportunity, and support students who are from populations that are historically underrepresented on college campuses. The CPP application is now open for current 8th -10th graders and 11th graders who enrolled in FCPS after January 1, 2025. Students will need to log into their G Suite school account (e.g., studentID@fcpsschools.net) to access and complete the application by February 20.
WIDA Testing
Due to the impacts from last week’s snow days, the WIDA assessment for our ML students will begin on Wednesday, Feb. 4. Students received an email from Mrs. Frate with their updated test schedule. If students have any questions about their test schedule, they should email Mrs. Frate at jlfrate@fcps.edu.
WLCBE Score Reports
For those students who participated in the World Language Credit by Exam this fall, score reports will be available for viewing in SIS ParentVue this week. Student’s results can be found in the “Documents” section or the “Test History” section of SIS ParentVue. Families without a ParentVue account will recieve your student’s result via the mail by mid-February. If you need assistance with your student’s WLCBE score, please reach out to Mrs. Frate at jlfrate@fcps.edu.
Free Financial Aid Virtual Event
Financial Aid Offer Review, February 10, 5:30pm-6:30pm hosted by uAspire who has partnered with the State Council of Higher Education of Virginia, GEAR UP Virginia, and Lever Up Virginia to provide students and families with financial aid support.
College Night for Sophomores (Freshmen Welcome!) and Families
February 11, Auditorium, 6:30-8:00pm. An evening focused on helping students and families understand the college search process, learn key facts and trends in college admission, and explore resources for thoughtful planning.
ATHLETICS & ACTIVITIES
View the Warhawk Sports website for upcoming Athletic Events
Concorde District info - www.concordedistrict.com
Northern Region info - www.novahsathletics.com
Madison Athletics info - www.warhawksports.org
Madison Athletic Boosters - www.warhawkboosters.com
2025-2026 Athletic Participation Requirements UPDATE: Click HERE
Ticket Info:
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Warhawk Athletic Student Pass: $70 for all regular season home events. Purchase HERE
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Regular Season games/events ticket prices: Students = $5 & Adults = $7.
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Post Season games/event ticket prices: Students = $5 & Adults = $10 (District & Region) States = $12
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Acceptable payments at the gate: Cash or Credit Card (no Apple Pay or tap payments accepted)
- To save time at the gate, advanced tickets can be purchased here.
- Advanced tickets for away games can be found here
Madison Pyramid Choir Concert: Tuesday, February 3rd, 7pm
FCPS DIVISION MESSAGES
Stay in the know!
Get those important FCPS alerts about winter weather and school closures by downloading the new FCPS mobile app. No account or sign-in required. Just download and go!
Plus, everything is in one place:
- Get FCPS news
- Check calendars for events, activities, holidays, and early dismissals
- See what’s for lunch and breakfast
- Quickly call or email school staff
- Jump to ParentVUE, Schoology, and our school website
Download by searching “FCPS” in the App Store or Google Play. Find out more at www.fcps.edu/app.
FCPS Ombuds Office Provides Confidential Guidance
The Office of the Ombuds engages with families, students, and staff to offer resources and improve the experience of each and every member of the FCPS community. They work as an independent confidential resource to help answer questions, offer options to resolve concerns, and hear complaints regarding FCPS matters. Anyone seeking assistance from the Office of the Ombuds may call 571-423-4014, text 571-496-8284, email ombuds@fcps.edu, or visit the ombuds webpage, where you may submit a question. Ombuds staff do not change or make decisions, policies, or regulations; take sides; or provide legal advice.
FCPS NEWS/IN CASE YOU MISSED IT (ICYMI)
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Proposed Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Budget Presented to School Board
- School Board Approves Proposed Boundary Changes
- It’s Kindergarten Registration Time!
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
LOOKING AHEAD
February 16: Holiday, No School
February 17: Teacher Work Day, No school for students
February 19: U.S. Service Academy & ROTC Night at Woodson HS, 6:30pm-8:00pm for students interested in attending one of the U.S. Service Academies (Air Force, Army, Navy, Merchant Marine, Coast Guard) or participating in an ROTC program.
QUICK LINKS
JMHS Website
2025-2026 School Calendar
Reporting an Absence
Academic Policies and Forms (Information tab)
JMHS Academic Advising Page
Parent Technology Help Desk
Varsity Tutors, no cost for FCPS students
Archived Editions of This Week at Madison (TWAM)
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