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FCHS Bell Schedule
Schoology
SIS ParentVUE
FCPS School Year Calendar
Important Dates
- 2/23 - Snow Day
- 2/24 - Virtual Gap Year Fair (see announcement below)
- 3/18 - PTSA Meeting
- 3/20 - Holiday
- 3/27 - End of 3rd Quarter (2-Hr. Early Release)
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Congratulations...
To our Regional FBLA students! We had 15 students compete in Regionals and we placed in the following competitions:
Aryan Mendes - Cybersecurity, 2nd place
Aryan Mendes - Technology Support & Services, 1st place
Ruth Fisseha - Health Care Administration, 2nd place
Josephine Huynh - Impromptu Speaking, 2nd place
Josephine Huynh – Introduction to Retail & Merchandising, 1st place
Sunny Bui - Introduction to Business Communication, 2nd place
Christine Nguyen – Introduction to Public Speaking, 1st place
Also a HUGE shoutout to Ms. Sparrow and Mr. Wyatt for their awesome support of our students! As Mr. Wyatt says, “Teamwork makes the dream work.”
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Congratulations to our 2026 ARTiFAX Award Winners!
- Zymaia Mendes - The Anatomy Of An Idea, Creative Process
- Joselyn Quiroz - Wide Smile, Emerging Artist
- Nalani Applehans - Neck And Neck, Best In School
- Nalani Applehans - Ola Kahakai, Artistry
- Carol Cahir - Glint, Artistry
- Alissa Morris - Cartoon Me, Artistry
- Crystal Nguyen - Squish Face, Artistry
- Polina Skoryk - Beetle & Stone, Artistry
- Lynn Nguyen Ramos, Alex Alvarez, Akyra Obligacion, Chloe Brown, Aaron - Flip Of Perspective, Collaborative Artwork
- Chloe Brown - Underpressure, Creative Process
- Jasmine Lara - Silly Odyssey, Creative Process
- Josephine Wallinger - A Lush Life, Creative Process
- Laura Winters - Flying The Nest, Creative Process
- Laura Winters - Still Her Baby, Creative Process
- Laura Winters - Blood Sugar 63, Cultural Context
- Raegan Rajala - From Straw To Screen, Reflective Voice
- Olivia Gilbert - After The Game, Thematic Concept
Go Jag Artists!!
The ARTiFAX Awards Ceremony, February 25. You are invited to an award recognition ceremony and reception in the Ernst Cultural Center on February 25 beginning at 7:30 p.m. Please arrive at the cultural center no later than 7:00 p.m. Doors to the exhibition open at 6:30 p.m.
Attendance Matters!
After-School Support is Back! Academic support and attendance recovery resume this week.
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When: Wednesdays & Thursdays, 3:00–4:30 PM.
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Transportation: Transportation provided on Wednesdays; must provide own transportation on Thursdays.
Saturday School: February 28th from 9 -11 AM. Must provide own transportation. Enter at door 7 and go to the Lecture Hall. There will be teachers and tutors there to support anyone that needs help.
Important Meeting: February 26, Families of students who have missed 10 or more excused and/or unexcused absences should have received an invitation for a special meeting (a second notice is going out this week).
Please join us to learn how we can work together to help your student catch up and finish the school year strong.
Please contact us if you have any questions at FCDeans@fcps.edu
Register Today With Volunteer FCPS
Volunteer FCPS allows individuals to search and register for volunteer opportunities. It helps ensure a safe, consistent, and welcoming environment here at FCHS. All volunteers must:
- Create a profile in Volunteer FCPS.
- Register for opportunities through Volunteer FCPS.
- Sign in and out of schools using the visitor kiosk.
At the Volunteer FCPS site, you can complete a volunteer orientation. Visit the Volunteer FCPS Frequently Asked Questions for more information.
2026 Virtual Gap Year Fair
On Tuesday, February 24, 2026, from 6-7 p.m., FCPS is co-hosting a Virtual Gap Year Fair with Go Overseas, whose mission is to empower human connection through perspective-changing travel. At the Virtual Gap Year Fair, students and their families can connect with gap year program providers, counselors, and alumni to learn everything needed about taking a gap year. See the Gap Year Fair Flyer for more information! Students are encouraged to pre-register for this event.
Students: Share Your Ideas With the Superintendent
The inaugural FCPS Student Summit is a superintendent-led leadership and engagement experience designed to elevate student voice across FCPS. It will take place Monday, March 23, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the new western high school.
The Student Summit will bring together high school students to share ideas, perspectives, and recommendations directly with the superintendent. Students will engage in meaningful conversations on important topics, including access to programs and resources, skill-building and micro-credentials, AI literacy, and other student-identified priorities.
Student Summit Planning Committee
High school students are encouraged to apply to serve on the FCPS Student Summit Planning Committee. Committee members will collaborate with students from other high schools, share creative and innovative ideas, and earn community service hours. Two students from each high school will be selected to serve on the planning committee. The application will be open until Monday, February 16.
Prepare for Summer Learning and Fun for Students
Registration is open or will be available soon for summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.
Career and Technical Education and Institute for the Arts Camps
Career and Technical Education camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Robinson Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. Tuition assistance is available to FCPS families eligible for free or reduced meals.
CTE Summer Academy (CSA) is a week-long enrichment program that allows students in grades 6-11 to dive deeper into CTE program areas, develop skills, and begin career exploration. Watch this video about CTE camps. Registration is open for these programs through Friday, June 5.
Institute for the Arts (IFTA) is a two-week camp for students currently in grades 6-11. Students select from nearly 60 classes in art, dance, music, and theater. Rising freshmen have the option to take Health and PE 9 through IFTA as well!
Production Camp is a four-week summer theatre intensive for students in grades 6-11. Students in performance or technical theatre tracks rehearse, design, and build a musical in a collaborative atmosphere. The show is presented to the public at the end of camp.
New this year: Students in the above camps can also register for aftercare, which is available from 2 to 5 p.m.
Self-Directed Economics and Personal Finance
Summer is a great time for high school students to fulfill the Economics and Personal Finance course requirement. During the self-directed course, students work independently to complete the requirements. Registration is now open. Students must register by Friday, June 5. For more information, see the Summer Learning information page.
Summer Online Campus
Take advantage of the opportunity to earn a high school course credit via this summer’s Online Campus program. Registration is now open. Students must register by Friday, June 5. Mathematics, health and physical education, career and technical education, English, science, social studies, and world language courses are available to eligible middle and high school students.
Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost
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. Learn more about online tutoring with Varsity Tutors.
No-Cost Mental Health Teletherapy for All High School Students
Is your student experiencing anxiety, behavior changes, or challenges with peer and family relationships? If so, you may refer your child for weekly therapy with a licensed therapist through Hazel Health. Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for information on this service.
Student Bus Passes Offer Free Transportation
All Fairfax County middle and high school students can get a Student Bus Pass SmarTrip card to ride the Fairfax Connector and Fairfax CUE buses for free! With the pass, fares are free from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week, all year. Learn more about the Student Pass and access the application, which can be returned to the front office.
Additionally, our students can ride Metrobus for free. Visit the Fairfax County website for details and approved Metrobus routes and to access the application.
Children 12 and younger ride for free on the Fairfax Connector with a paying adult.
Bus Discount Program for Adults
Fairfax Connector’s Transit Ridership Incentive Program (TRIP) provides 50% off fares for low-income residents ages 18-65. Learn more about the TRIP program and how to apply.
PTSA Particulars
The Falls Church HS PTSA supports the entire FCHS community and encourages everyone to be involved. Visit our website to learn more.
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Become a member today
- Join our active private Facebook group
- Read the weekly JagMail emails we send using FCPS News You Choose
- Become a Red Bag Donor to support our food pantry work
Questions or ideas? Please reach out.
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FCPS Cares
Do you know a Falls Church HS or FCPS employee who does ordinary things in an extraordinary way or goes beyond what is expected? If so, then click here to share with everyone.
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