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Sunday, March 8, at 2 a.m., daylight saving time begins. Don’t forget to move your clocks ahead one hour!
Monday March 9 -11, SkillsUSA State Leadership Conference in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
Thursday, March 19, is an evening only observance day for Eid al-Fitr, which begins at sundown.
Friday, March 20, is a holiday and all schools and offices are closed for Eid and Nowruz.
Friday, March 27, is the last day of the third quarter and early release for students. See the academy schedule below to ensure you are prepared.
- AM Block - Follow Regular Academy Bell Schedule. Shuttles run from base schools. Cosmetology students from feeder schools do not attend class. There will be no Residential Construction shuttles for the day.
- Mid-day Block - Follow Regular Academy Bell Schedule. Shuttles run from base schools.
- PM Block - Class is cancelled, No shuttles will run.
Monday, March 30 to April 3 schools and school offices will be closed for spring break.
See the complete school year calendar.
Every year, March is designated Women’s History Month by presidential proclamation. The month is set aside to honor women’s contributions in American history. Read more about Women’s History Month in National Geographic Kids. Learn more about the celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.
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Academy Registration Deadline
The deadline to register for Academy classes is March 6, 2026. If you are interested in taking one of our amazing classes, be sure to do the following things:
Congratulations Mr. King
Congratulations to Mr. Aaron King on moving forward as the Edison Pyramid nominee for Outstanding New Secondary Teacher. We are thankful to have Mr. King on staff, bringing enthusiasm and innovation to Edison and the Academy. Thank you for all you do for our students!
Help Edison Academy Students Compete for Their Future!
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Edison Academy SkillsUSA students in Criminal Justice, Electrical, Cyber, and HVAC, are attending the SkillsUSA State Leadership Conference, but transportation, substitute coverage, and lodging costs add up quickly.
Your tax-deductible donation through Educate Fairfax helps reduce student costs and ensures more students can participate.
Donation tiers
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$10/$25/$50 – general support
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$110 – helps cover one student’s registration
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$250 – “Sponsor a Student” which covers the approximate total cost per student
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Custom – any amount helps
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Special thank you to our friends at SkillForce for sponsoring a meal at the 2026 Virginia State Leadership Conference for Edison Academy SkillsUSA competitors! |
Bistro is Taking Orders
Bistro 1093 is your Edison Academy dining destination. Carry-Out and Dine-In menus are advertised to customers on our mailing list. Email our instructor Chef Glenn Walden to receive Bistro news of menu offerings and links to place your order. For more information, click here.
Dog Grooming
The Edison Academy Veterinary Science program offers grooming services for dogs on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Services may include dog bathing, nail trims, ear cleaning and minor trimming (around the feet, face, rear end, sanitary trims). The cost ranges between $10-25, depending on the size of your pet and the services you request. For more information, click here.
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 Edison Academy. 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.
Donate to Support our Programs
We appreciate all the financial support from our community whether they are donating supplies or money to the programs, it makes a sizeable impact. If you are interested in donating to the academy, please click here. You can also email Sarah Hinkhouse, with questions about donating.
 We would like to give a huge thank you to Jim Corridon Electric Company Inc. for donating over $5000 worth of supplies, like conduit and wire, to our Electrical Construction Engineering program as well as to our SkillUSA competitors.
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Academy Inclement Weather Schedules
Late Opening 2 Hour Delay - Announced by 5:00 a.m.
Two Hour Early Closing - Announced by 10:00 a.m.
- Edison HS students follow the Edison High School Schedule
- Other (Feeder Schools) students
- AM Block - Follow regular bell schedule. Shuttles will run on normal schedule.
- Mid-day Block - Shuttles will depart Edison Academy at 11:20 a.m.
- PM Block - Class is cancelled. No shuttles will run.
Academy Resources
Lanyards
All students who attend Edison Academy, that are not Edison High School students, received an Edison Academy lanyard. It is expected that all feeder Academy students wear their lanyards with Academy ID when entering the building to speed along the entry process with the new weapons detection. If your student needs a replacement Academy ID there is a $5.00 fee and it can be paid through MySchoolBucks.
Recognize Edison Academy Employees
The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for families, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story, so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees at Edison High School Academy. We love our staff members; let's tell them how we feel!
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Culinary Arts Students Skills on Display
Our Culinary Arts students had a blast at the Virginia ProStart Invitational in Williamsburg last week. Huge congratulations to Kat Beatty (West Potomac) for placing FIRST in the Cake Decorating Competition! Big thanks to Chef Walden and Ms. Deedy for their support on the trip. Photos are from competition and their practice sessions for the event.
SkillsUSA Success
Students in Electrical Construction and HVAC programs wrapped up their regional events for a chance to compete at the upcoming state conference.
Congratulations to the following students for their hard work to become a state qualifier:
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First place Job Skills Demo (Open): Nancy Aparicio (Edison HS).
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First place Job Interview: Maxwell Hatch (South Lakes HS)
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First place SUAS Drone: Luke Jacobs (West Springfield HS) and Carson Stewart (West Springfield HS).
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First place Quiz Bowl Team: Charles Campbell (West Potomac HS), Jesus Abrego Diaz (Justice HS), Genser Siguenza Escobar (Falls Church HS), Kevin Garcia Esquivel (West Potomac HS), and Kevin Ulloa (Mount Vernon HS).
Students from both Electrical Construction and HVAC competed against each other for the top spot to advance in the Job Skills Demo (Class A) event.
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First place winner and state qualifier: Jonathan Ortega (Justice HS)
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Second place: Lucas Jacobs (West Springfield HS)
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Third place: David Rodriguez (Mount Vernon HS)
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Fourth place: Brett Bombac (West Potomac HS)
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Fifth place: Christian Beers (West Springfield HS)
We also have two Electrical Construction students advancing directly to the state conference in Action Skills Event for the second year; congratulations Aidan Palaschak (Lewis HS) and Devin Timberlake (Edison HS).
Another event with students advancing directly to the state conference is the Facilithon. This year, HVAC student Colin McNamara (West Springfield HS) and Electrical Construction student Benjamin Wijeratne (Annandale HS).
Grooming in February
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Calendar
March
9-11 SkillsUSA State Leadership Conference
20 Eid al-Fitr - No School
27 End of 3rd Quarter
30-31 Spring Break - No School
April
1-3 Spring Break - No School
6 School Planning Day, No School for Students
10 Teacher Workday, No School for Students
23 Electrical Construction and Engineering Night. 6:00 p.m.
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