Justice HS Student Services - 3/3/2026

JHS Student Services Image

English | Español | አማርኛ | 中文 | 한국어 | Tiếng Việt | العربية | فارسی | اردو


This Week's Topics


Important Dates

Wednesday, March 11 - Substance Consumption Prevention Seminar, Justice High School Auditorium, 7-8:30am

Thursday, March 18 - Q3 Parent University: The Art of Caring, Justice High School Cafeteria, 6-8pm

Friday, March 20 - Holiday

Friday, March 27 - 2-HR Early Release - End of Quarter 3

Monday, March 30-Friday, April 3 - Spring Break

Monday, April 6 - Teacher Workday - No Students

Friday, April 10 - School Planning Day - No Students


Welcome Ji Soo Park - School Counselor!

Ji Soo Park

Ms. Park has joined the Justice Student Services team as the School Counselor for Grades 9-11 with the last names of Ral-Som! Ms. Park was born in South Korea, moved to Fairfax County in 5th grade, and eventually landed in Georgia. She received her B.A. in Psychology from Emory University and her M.Ed. in School Counseling from Georgia State University. Ms. Park enjoys exploring new cafes, spending time in nature, going to the theatre, and watching movies. She also recently started playing pickleball and please send her recommendations about the best pickleball community to join! Ms. Park is excited to join the Justice High School community!

If you also have a current 12th grader, those students are remaining with their current School Counselor.

With Academic Advising moving towards absentee makeups next week, for Grades 9-11 students with last names Ral-Som who need to make up their Academic Advising meeting, these students will still meet with their current School Counselor to discuss courses for next year.

We are so excited to have Ms. Park join the Justice Wolves community!


Class of 2026 - Mid-Semester Transcripts to Colleges

All senior mid-semester transcripts have been submitted to the appropriate colleges. If students receive an email that is addressed directly to the student, that is personalized (not automated), and from an actual admissions representative (vs the Admissions Office or generic email address) stating that they have yet to receive the mid-semester transcript, please contact the student's School Counselor. They will be able to provide how they uploaded your transcript and a confirmation ID (if applicable). You can provide this information to the Admissions representative who contacted you. More often than not, the transcript is in the college system, but the college software is having difficulty processing the transcript to attach to your college application. By providing them with how the transcript was uploaded, date of upload, and confirmation ID (if applicable) will help them locate the transcript.


Schedule Change Policy

\n order to support students in settling into a consistent class schedule, please see the timeline for schedule changes for the 2025-2026 school year.

  • February 9, 2026: No schedule changes will be permitted after this time through end of School Year (this includes Off Campus Waivers).

Academic Advising Timeline for Upcoming School 2026-27

It is time to choose classes for School Year 2026-27!

All information is posted on Justice High School website --> Student Services --> Academic Advising. You will find the timeline, links to presentations / course selection forms by grade level / course catalogs and more.

The same information is posted in Schoology under:

  1. Courses --> Click on "My Courses" to see all courses --> Student Services --> Academic Advising folder
  2. Groups --> Click on "My Groups" to see all groups --> Class of 20__
    1. 11th Graders - Class of 2027
    2. 10th Graders - Class of 2028
    3. 9th Graders - Class of 2029

Graduation Status in ParentVUE/StudentVUE

A new Graduation Status section is now available in ParentVUE and StudentVUE. The Graduation Status is a tool that helps parents and students monitor and track their progress in meeting graduation requirements. This feature includes progress towards the Standard or Advanced Studies diploma for high school students and middle school students who have enrolled in one or more high school courses. This new graduation status section is available in addition to the course history and unofficial transcript options in ParentVUE and StudentVUE. To view the graduation status section, please take the following steps:

  1. Login to your SIS ParentVUE Account
  2. Go to “Course History” for your middle or high school student
  3. Go to “Graduation Status” and toggle “on” 

Class of 2026: Official Transcript Request Form

All seniors must have the Consent to Share Transcript to Colleges on file in order for the school to send the official transcript to 2-year/4-year colleges, military academies, military branches, scholarship organizations, and others. If this consent is not on file, we will not be able to release the official transcript to these organizations.

Part One: Please return completed forms to Ms. Bond in Student Services. If you've already signed the form, no need to sign again. 

Part Two: Students must submit an Official Transcript Request for EACH college/university and indicate whether we need to upload the transcript to a college portal, Common Application, Coalition Application, or email/mail directly to the College Admissions Office.


NOVA Vision 2026

Students with Disabilities interested in attending Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA)? Join us to learn more about available options for students with disabilities.

Will include presentations from NOVA Accommodations and Accessibility Services and NOVA Counseling Services, a mock NOVA Classroom Experience for Students, and a NOVA Student Panel with Q&A Session.

  • Date: Wednesday, April 8, 2026
  • Time: 4:15pm - 6:15pm
  • Location: NOVA Annandale Campus
  • Registration is strongly encouraged

FAFSA IS OPEN

FAFSA Logo

Federal Student Aid has made the 2026-27 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) available ahead of the scheduled release date. Any college-bound high school senior — regardless of income — who wants to be considered for federal, state, and school financial aid programs should complete a FAFSA form. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to work with their students to complete the FAFSA as early as possible. Families should check each college’s financial aid office website for deadlines and financial aid forms. They will need to create an account to fill out the FAFSA.


VASA IS OPEN

The Virginia Alternative State Aid (VASA) application for 2026-27 is OPEN!

The VASA is an option for students who have certain nonimmigrant visas, are undocumented, have Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) status or are otherwise ineligible to file a FAFSA.

NOTE: The VASA application only provides access to Virginia State Financial Aid and possibly Virginia college/university aid. The VASA is not for out-of-state/out-of-country colleges/universities.

The easiest way to access the application is through Level Up Virginia's website.

VASA Logo

Scholarships

All Non-FCPS Organizations who wished to be included into Naviance Student's Enrichment database must meet specific criteria for inclusion outlined at the FCPS Scholarship and Enrichment Opportunity webpage. Inclusion into Naviance Student's Enrichment database does not constitute sponsorship or endorsement of the sponsoring organization or the enrichment opportunity by the Fairfax County School Board, the Superintendent, or a specific FCPS School. The Scholarships listed above can be found in Naviance Student --> Colleges --> Scholarship & Money --> Scholarship Search


Class of 2027: Interested in College Athletics?

Are you interested in playing college athletics at Division 1 or Division 2 schools? Have you created an account at the NCAA Eligibility Center? Are you confused about how to get recruited?

Schedule a meeting with Mr. Harvey, Justice's NCAA Eligibility Lead, and he can support you and your parents as you navigate this process! You can also email Mr. Harvey with questions as well - wrharvey@fcps.edu.

NCAA Logo

Enrichment Opportunities

Non-FCPS Organizations who wished to be included into Naviance Student's Enrichment database must meet specific criteria for inclusion outlined at the FCPS Scholarship and Enrichment Opportunity webpage. Inclusion into Naviance Student's Enrichment database does not constitute sponsorship or endorsement of the sponsoring organization or the enrichment opportunity by the Fairfax County School Board, the Superintendent, or a specific FCPS School. The Enrichment Opportunities listed above can be found in Naviance Student --> Colleges --> Research Colleges --> Enrichment Programs


Fairfax County Teens Job Fair and Career Building Workshop

Students (especially those ages 16 and over) who are seeking jobs should attend the Fairfax County Teen Job Fairs and Career Building Workshops, hosted by Springfield District Supervisor Pat Herrity and Springfield District School Board Member Sandy Anderson. Opportunities include full-time, part-time, and seasonal employment, as well as volunteer opportunities, internships, resume workshops, cover letter workshops, and more!

Students need to be prepared to engage with potential employers. It is encouraged to wear business-casual attire and have multiple copies of resume.

  • Date/Time/Location (choose one):
    • Saturday, March 7 from 11:00am - 1:00pm at Chantilly High School
    • Saturday, March 21 from 11:00am - 1:00pm at West Springfield High School

Boost Your Child's Success: Executive Training Series

FCPS Behavior Intervention Services (BIS) is excited to offer families a no-cost, four-part “Building Skills for Success” training series on executive functioning skills.  

Session Dates and Topics:

  1. March 13, 2026: Building Skills for Success: How To Develop Emotional Regulation
  2. April 17, 2026: Building Skills for Success: How To Develop Organizational Skills With Your Child 

Visit the Family Resource Center to learn more information and sign up for the virtual sessions.


Substance Consumption Prevention Seminar

Justice High School invites parents and guardians to a Substance Consumption Prevention Seminar aimed at supporting families in navigating the challenges of youth substance use and promoting healthy choices. It will be presented by the Community Services Board and our school's Substance Prevention Specialist.

Students are welcome to attend.

*There will NOT be childcare*

Date: Wednesday, March 11

Time: 7-8;30pm

Location: Justice High School Auditorium

Translation: Live Spanish and Arabic translation provided


Q3 Parent University: The Art of Caring

Parent University Logo

Please join us for our Quarter 3: Parent University Series: The Art of Caring.

Families will explore how social and emotional learning supports: Academic Growth, Well-Being, and Positive Relationships. As well as helping parents navigate the challenges of: Understanding the Teen Brain; Building Empathy; and Developing Supportive Strategies. Raffle prizes will be available for families who participate in discussion.

Spanish Translation will be provided.

Date: March 18, 2026

Time: 6-8pm

Location: Justice High School Cafeteria


2026 Special Education Family Conference: Save the Date!

Save the date for the 2026 Special Education Family Conference on Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Marshall High School.

Families, educators, and community members are invited to this in-person event to learn more about special education services, supports, and resources. 

We welcome your comments and feedback to help us plan this event. 

Event registration will be available following the Winter Break. Mark your calendar and stay tuned for more details


FCPS Postsecondary Education and Employment Options for Students with Disabilities

Flash Forward: Postsecondary Education and Employment Options for Students with Disabilities. This is an introduction to options available after high school for Students with Disabilities seeking a Standard or Advanced Diploma and their families.

Visit information tables about adult education, employment, and community programs like college, military, apprenticeship, trade school, gap year, and employment.

  • Date: Wednesday, April 22, 2026
  • Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • Location: Woodson High School, 9525 Main Street, Fairfax, VA 22031
  • Registration is strongly encourage

Student Bus Passes Offer Free Transportation All Year

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. Complete the application and return it to Ms. Bond in Student Services (or pick up a paper application)

Our students can ride Metrobus for free, in addition to the Fairfax Connector and City of Fairfax CUE. Visit the Fairfax County website for details and approved Metrobus routes. Complete the application and return it to our front office. 

If students ride on an unauthorized route, MetroBus will deactivate the card immediately. Students can receive up to two replacement cards.


Food for Neighbors - Red Bag Program

Justice High School is a proud partner with Food for Neighbors, a local organization who helps to feed our students outside of school hours.

The Red Bag Program is filled five times a year and provided to needy families. Food for Neighbors will drop off an empty Red Bag with a list of items. You can support by purchasing some food items that is provided on the list. Leave the Red Bag outside your door and Food for Neighbors will come pick it up.

All donations are tax-deductible and can be in any amount. To learn more about the FFN Holiday Meals Program, please go here.

Food for Neighbors Logo

Dad's Parenting Groups

The Fairfax County Department of Family Services will be offering their Dad's Parenting Groups starting in February 2026 or March 2026 or May 2026.

Fathers, like mothers, play a significant role in their children’s psychological and emotional development. Positive father involvement contributes directly to children’s well-being, safety and stability. Dads Parenting Groups use the 24/7 Dad™ curriculum to focus on helping fathers to improve self-awareness, self-care, parenting skills and relationship skills. There are about 13 sessions.

  • Option 1
    • Date: 3/11/2026 - 5/27/2026 - Every Wednesday
    • Time: 6:00pm - 8:30pm
    • Type: In-Person
    • Location: TBD
    • Language: English
    • If you're interested in Option 2 and/or need more information/have questions, please contact Lisa Payne-Chelsey at 571-749-7286 or Brandon Rivers at 571-992-4938
  • Option 2
    • Date: 5/6/2026 - 7/29/2026 - Every Wednesday
    • Time: 6:00pm - 8:30pm
    • Type: In-Person
    • Location: TBD
    • Language: Spanish
    • If you're interested in Option 3 and/or need more information/have questions, please contact Sammy Zeballos at 703-324-3532

Virtual Parent Cafe: The Role of Values and Morals in Shaping Positive Discipline

Fairfax County Department of Family Services is offering for their next Virtual Parent Cafe: "The Roles of Values and Morals in Shaping Positive Discipline".

Explore how your family’s core beliefs can guide positive, consistent discipline and help your child develop self-control, empathy, and respect. Discuss how discipline can be less about punishment and more about teaching, connection and shaping character.


Fairfax Kinship Support Groups

Formed Families Forward is offering the free Fairfax Kinship Support Groups in partnership with the Department of Family Services. 

Are you raising a child for a family member or friend? Join other kinship caregivers to discuss your experiences, concerns, and frustrations with your peers. This group offers a network to share resources and information among the group members, reducing feelings of isolation, and celebrating family successes in maintaining permanency for and the ongoing commitment to building strong families.

In-person groups will be held at Fairfax County Community Centers with the support of Neighborhood and Community Services on the third Thursday of each month. Virtual Groups will be offered on the first Thursday of each month via Zoom. Register online.


Parent Support Line

Fairfax County Department of Family Services offers The Parent Support Line (PSL) for parents and caregivers of children ages 0-18 years old. Talk with trained parenting specialists for guidance on a wide range of topics including the stages of child development (0-18 years), reducing parental stress, strengthening the parent-child bond, and accessing community resources.

The PSL is a trusted resource for parents and caregivers across different social, financial, and educational backgrounds, and parenting styles. Anyone who works with children is also welcome to call with questions or concerns. Language support is available. 

Parent Support Line: 703-324-7720

Hours: Monday-Friday from 8am-4:30pm


Parental Digital Consent (PDC)

Paperless Opt-Outs Available! Families can log in to the PDC using their ParentVUE credentials to complete consent forms assigned to their child. There are required forms that require all parents to complete as well as optional forms pending grade level.

Forms available in the PDC starting in the 2025-2026 school year include:

  • Required:
    • Digital Resource Consent (Required for students to schedule - must be provided each school year)
    • Early College Scholars Agreement (Required for Class of 2026)
    • Parental Permission to provide students State Assessment Retake Opportunities
  • Optional:
    • Fairfax County Youth Survey for 10th and 12th Graders
    • Commercial Release of Student Information (Photographs, Press Releases, etc)
    • Denial of Access to Military Recruiters
    • Directory Information
    • Family Life Education (FLE) Opt-Out
    • Hazel Health Opt-In
    • Bring Your Own Laptop Device (Opt-Out for an FCPS-issued Laptop)
    • SEL Screener Participation
    • School Counseling Opt-Out

Weekly Progress Reports

FCPS sends automatic weekly progress reports for each class for Middle and High School students but only if you have opted-in to receive them in ParentVUE.

Here are directions on how OPT-IN to Weekly Progress Report.

  1. Parent/Guardian must have a ParentVUE account
  2. Log into your ParentVUE and click on "My Account"
  3. Confirm that you have an email address listed under "Primary Email Address"
  4. Continue scrolling on that page to find "Notify me with my child's gradebook scores"
  5. YOU MUST CHECK THE BOX NEXT TO "Grade Book"
  6. Choose which day you want to receive all the progress reports

For screenshots on how to find the information on a desktop and a mobile phone (the ParentVUE app is slightly different), please click here.


No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students

Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as: 

  • Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss
  • Anxiety, worry, fears
  • Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships
  • Academic stress

You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting our school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services. Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.


Supporting Your Child's Mental Health

Children go through a lot of changes, and it can be hard to tell if their behavior is developmentally appropriate or if they could benefit from mental health support. It’s important to talk to your child and pay attention to their actions, especially these warning signs:

  • Increased irritability, hyperactivity, energy, and/or aggressive behavior.
  • Excessive sadness, hopelessness, or worries.
  • Loss of appetite, or significant weight gain or loss.
  • Lack of sleep or too much sleep.
  • A decline in grades, school avoidance, or attendance concerns.
  • Alcohol or drug use.
  • Withdrawal from activities and/or friends and family. 
  • Thoughts of harming themselves or others.

If you notice any of these warning signs or feel your child may be experiencing a mental health challenge, help is available. Please contact your child's school counselor to discuss your concerns and identify resources. Find additional ways to support your child’s wellness

If you or someone you care about is experiencing a mental health crisis such as thoughts of harming themselves or others, please take action right away. Call 988, go to the nearest emergency room, or contact the Sharon Bulova Center for Community Health Emergency Services at 703-573-5679.


Still Need ParentVUE Access?

Learn how to activate your SIS ParentVUE account.

Do you still need an Activation Key?

  1. You must have an Email Address to access ParentVUE.
    • If you have an email, but just need the Activation Key please email Gabriela Zelaya-Pearcey, Student Information Assistant - Email: gzelayapearc@fcps.edu

Technical support for using ParentVUE is available for:

  1. Go to the ParentVUE Login screen and select the icon that you need
    • Change Username - You forgot your username or you want to change it
    • Change Password - You know your password but you want to change it
    • Forgot Password - You can't remember your password
    • Activate Account - You have received an Activation Key and you're ready to create your account

None of the above apply!

  1. Go to the Parent Support Request ticket
  2. Select SIS Parent in the Application dropdown menu
  3. Under "Issue Description", type the issue/error that you're receiving. Please try to be specific.
  4. Still need support?
    • Call the Parent Technology Help Desk at 833-921-3277 (833-921-FCPS).

Helpful Links

Justice Website

Justice Athletics

Student Services

Attendance

Red/Blue Rotation Calendar

Bell Schedule

Justice HS PTSA

MySchoolBucks

ParentVue Information


Emergency Resources

Crisis Link Regional Hotline - 703-527-4077

Crisis Text - Text NEEDHELP to 85511

Dominion Hospital Emergency - 703-536-2000

INOVA Emergency - 703-289-7560

Sharon Bulova Center for Community Health (formerly Merrifield) - 703-573-5979 TTY dial 711

Life Threatening - 911


FCPS Cares

FCPS Cares

Do you know a Justice High School 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.