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Wednesday, March 18 - Q3 Partners for Safe Teen Driving Presentation
Wednesday, March 18 - Q3 Parent University
Friday, March 20 - Eid al-Fitr - Division Closed
Thursday, March 26 - Justice Pyramid Art Show Opening Reception
Friday, March 27 - 2 Hour Early Release and End of 3rd Quarter
Monday, March 30 - Friday, April 3 - Spring Break (Justice Offices Closed)
Monday, April 6 - Teacher Workday - Student Holiday
Friday, April 10 - School Planning Day - Student Holiday
Saturday, April 11 - Saturday School
Saturday, April 18 - International Night (performances at 2pm and 7pm)
Tuesday, April 21 - Special Election - Student Holiday
Saturday, April 25 - Saturday School
Saturday, April 25 - Prom at The Westin Tysons (stay tuned for more info)
The entire 2025-2026 FCPS Calendar can be found here.
There will be no school for students on Tuesday, April 21, for the Virginia statewide election. Student activities, athletic practices, and events may proceed as scheduled.
Fairfax County Public Schools will still exceed the required number of instructional hours for students, as set by the Virginia Department of Education.
Seniors be sure to complete your application for needs-based scholarships from the JHSSF by the April 8, 2025 deadline. Last year, JHSSF awarded $310,000 in scholarships to 107 JHS seniors. You may use these scholarships to attend a trade school, community college, or a four-year college or university either in Virginia or out-of-state.
Applicants will have until April 15 to complete the short supplemental applications for the Casey Schulman Foundation, Thurgood Marshall Fund, and Baileys Crossroads Rotary Scholarships. Our community partners awarded an additional $120,000 in scholarships in 2025.
One application opens the door to multiple scholarship opportunities. Access the common online application at https://www.jhsscholars.org/
Justice Pyramid Art Show
Opening Reception: Thursday, March 26 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Featuring selected artworks from elementary, middle, and high schools artists from all Justice pyramid schools
All Shows are held in the Little Theatre!
Justice HS Presents The Quest for the Diamond in the Rough!
Join us for International Night on April 18! Join our school as we explore and travel across the world, visiting every country represented by our multi-cultural diversity, all in the search of the legendary Diamond in the Rough.
To purchase tickets, please visit here.
Showtimes: 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm
Tickets: Adults - $10, Students and Children under 18 - $5
Cultural Food Experience
- 1st Show - 4:30 - 5:30 pm (for patrons of the 2:00 pm show)
- 2nd Show - 5:30 - 6:30 pm (for patrons of the 7:00 pm show)
*Prices for food varies
The Art of Caring: A Night of Learning, Connection, and Community
Please join us for an engaging evening focused on Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) and the vital role families play in supporting student success.
This interaction session will help parents navigate the challenges of:
- Teen Brain
- Build Empathy
- Develop Supportive Strategies
During The Art of Caring, families will explore how social and emotional learning supports:
- Academic Growth
- Well-being
- Positive Relationships
Raffle prizes will be available for families who participate!
Date: Wednesday, March 18
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Location: Justice HS Cafeteria
Justice High School Auditorium - Driver’s Education
The state of Virginia requires students and their parents or legal guardians to attend ONE session of Partners for Safe Teen Driving in order to receive their Pink Card (DEC-8). The 90 minute session requires participants to be actively involved during the presentation. This is offered in conjunction with our 10th grade driver education curriculum and is a requirement. All sessions are in person for the 2025-2026 school year at Justice HS in the Auditorium. Registration link, and schedule is below. It is also posted on your 1oth grade teacher’s SCHOOLOGY PAGE.
The third PSTD meeting of the year is scheduled for Wednesday, February 11 from 6:30 – 8:00 PM. This meeting has a hard 6:30 PM start in the Auditorium. Doors lock at 6:30 sharp and an entry after that will not be allowed. (State Law) Students and parents should plan to arrive at 6 pm to avoid being locked out.
All students MUST HAVE a have a legal guardian present with them. If attending PSTD session, please make sure you are registered with this Google Form.
UPCOMING PSTD DATES
March 18th
May 13th
Dates & Times
April 9, 10, and 11 at 7pm
April 11 at 2pm
Cost
Students: $10
Adults: $15
Spring into Stem is a FREE, hands-on event for middle school students and their families hosted by George Mason University's College of Engineering and Computing - Office of Outreach, Student Success, and Engagement (OSSE) on the Mason Fairfax Campus.
This exciting event will give students the chance to explore STEM through interactive activities and workshops, meet Mason faculty and students, and get inspired about future opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and math. Students will have the opportunity to participate in interactive workshops, including: Ready, Set, Robots | Cardboard Engineers | Wire Loop Game
There will also be an interactive tabling of Open 3D Printing Exploration
While students explore STEM activities, parents can attend dedicated workshops such as STEM Career Pathways and Engaging the K-12 STEM Mind, designed to help families support their student’s STEM journey.
Event Details:
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Date:Saturday, March 21st, 2025
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Time:10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
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Location:The HUB, Fairfax Campus – George Mason University
Registration Link (here and above): SPRING into STEM: OSSE x KID Museum – Fill out form
Spots are limited, and the registration deadline is March 18th
Happy National Social Worker Week!
 Last week we celebrated our amazing social workers for National Social Worker Week! Thank you to our amazing social workers from left to right: Tatiana Campos, Jo Rodrigo, and Anna Ghafoori for all they do to support our students, staff, and community
NHS Corn Hole Fundraiser
Thanks to all who came out to support the Justice National Honor Society!
Performing Arts Success!
Orchestra
This past weekend, the Virginia Band and Orchestra Directors Association held their state orchestra assessments at Edison HS. Four orchestra groups represented Justice at the two-day event. They are evaluated on three prepared pieces in front of three adjudicators. Following that performance, they are then tested on their musical knowledge and abilities by sight-reading through a piece that they (or the teacher) have never seen before. They are then given an overall score from Poor, Fair, Good, Excellent and Superior. The Symphonic Orchestra received an overall “Excellent” rating. The Concert, Philharmonic and Chamber Orchestra all received “Superior” ratings. Congrats musicians! We are so proud of you.
Band
The Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble performed at state assessment on Wednesday evening and Thursday evening. Both groups earned superior ratings and the wind ensemble earned A’s in all captions while performing grade 6 level literature which is the most challenging/advanced level of music. The students performed to the best of their ability, and many are eager to take their skills to the next level.
AVID Students Visit Bailey’s Upper
 On Tuesday, March 10 several students in our AVID class visited Bailey’s Upper Elementary school an had the opportunity to work with the 3rd graders there. During their visit they reviewed the NFL halftime message, “The only thing more powerful than hate is love.” Working with the third grade students they discussed compassion towards one another and what that looks like. The elementary students were able to share their ideas and what they felt was needed to create a welcoming environment for all students.
Model UN Conference
 Justice High School Student Delegates Naomi Natnael, Sunya Islam, Reem El Moujahid, and Miriam Gargis participated in the TechMUN XXXIII Model United Nations Conference at Thomas Jefferson High School of Science and Technology last week. Our students represented Justice well and put in a lot of work to prepare for this conference. Justice High School Model UN club is growing and we expect even bigger things will be in store for next year!
Join the Justice High School PTSA Today!
Get Involved in the JHS PTSA
The Justice HS PTSA actively supports our students, parents and staff with events, programs and activities. But we need members and volunteers to make it all happen. So how can you get involved?
PTSA Membership
Join the PTSA and invest in our school community. Parents, guardians, students, community members, business leaders faculty and staff may join for just $10. We need everyone to be a part of planning and funding our programs. JOIN US! Visit jhsptsa.org/join.
2026 Calendar of Events
MARCH
16 - Mon - 7:30-8:30pm - PTSA Meeting & Town Hall
APRIL
20 - Mon - 7:30-8:30pm - PTSA Meeting & Town Hall
22 - Wed - 4-8pm - Jake's Ice Cream Fundraiser
25 - Sat - Food for Neighbors Red Bag Day for the Wolf Shack
MAY
4-8 - Mon-Fri - Teacher Appreciation Week
16 - Mon - 7:30-8:30pm - PTSA Meeting & Town Hall
JUNE
8 - Mon - Justice HS Graduation @ 2pm at Eagle Bank Arena
8 - Mon - All-Night Grad Party
Justice Pyramid Feeder Schools PTA/O's
Glasgow MS PTA
Baileys ES PTA
Beech Tree ES PTA
Belvedere ES PTA
Glen Forest ES PTO
Parklawn ES PTA
Sleepy Hollow ES PTA
Connect with the PTSA
JHS PTSA Website
justicehsptsa.org
Social Handles
Facebook: facebook.com/justicehsptsa
X (formerly Twitter): x.com/justicehsptsa
Instagram: instagram.com/justicehsptsa/
Membership Link
jhsptsa.org/join
Donation Link
jhsptsa.org/packpartnerfund
Contact the PTSA
info@justicehsptsa.org
Fairfax County Special Education PTA (SEPTA)
www.fairfaxcountysepta.org
Parent Acknowledgment of Course Requests for Next School Year
As the academic advising and course selection period draws to a close, we want to ensure all families feel confident about their child's educational path. A new feature in SIS ParentVUE allows parents and guardians to easily review and acknowledge their student's course requests for the 2026-27 school year.
To access this feature:
- Log in to your ParentVUE account.
- Navigate to the Course Request module.
- Review your student’s course request list for next school year.
- To complete the acknowledgment, click Student Info in the left menu.
- Click Edit Information.
- In the Course Request Acknowledgment field, update the acknowledgment field to Yes.
- Click Save Changes.
Families have until Friday, March 27, to review and acknowledge course requests via this new feature.
Visit the FCPS SIS ParentVUE account overview webpage for more instructions and screenshots of this process.
Family Engagement Survey is Open!
FCPS is administering our Family Engagement Survey, which will be open from Monday, March 9, to Monday, March 23. Your feedback is critical in helping us to better recognize, understand, respect, and address family strengths and needs in our schools.
Survey topics include:
- Welcoming environment.
- Communication.
- Student success.
- Advocacy.
- Family and school partnerships.
- Community partnerships.
The survey will be available in English, Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Pashto, Spanish, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
Parents/caregivers will receive a survey link via email from FCPS on March 9. A survey link will also be posted on FCPS’ website. Paper surveys will be available at each school. Please stay tuned for more information.
Community Conversations: Share Your Thoughts With Dr. Reid
As a listening leader, connecting with community members across our school division is critical to FCPS Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid. Her Community Conversations are opportunities for you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Events will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. (unless otherwise noted) on:
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Tuesday, March 17, from 6:45 to 7:45 p.m., at Glen Forest Elementary School.
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Monday, March 23, at Ravensworth Elementary School.
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Monday, April 13, at Belle View Elementary School.
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Monday, April 20, at Westgate Elementary School.
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Wednesday, April 22, at Crestwood Elementary School.
Child care and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all. Visit the superintendent’s engagement page for the most up-to-date information.
County Seeking Budget Input
About 70% of the FCPS budget comes from the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. They are currently reviewing the county’s 2027 Fiscal Year Advertised Budget and are considering possible adjustments before the final county budget is adopted in May. Provide the county with feedback on how you would like your tax dollars spent by completing this survey.
Phones Off, Learning On
FCPS’ cell phone policy helps students focus, learn, and engage. When students put their phones away, they have more face-to-face interactions with their peers and teachers and more opportunities to develop resilience and problem-solving skills. Please remind your child that:
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Cell phones and personal devices (earbuds, headsets, other items connected to the internet) must be off and away for the entire school day (bell to bell) with the exception of lunch time in designated lunch spaces.
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Smart watches that serve a dual purpose may be worn, but the phone features (texting, Internet viewing, and calls) are to be off when phone use is prohibited.
If you need to contact your child during the school day, please call our front office at 703-824-3900. Visit our cell phone policy webpage for more information and answers to frequently asked questions.
March Is National Women’s History Month
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. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Read more about Women’s History Month in National Geographic Kids.
Eid al-Fitr and Nowruz (evening only observance day, holiday)
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. See the complete school year calendar.
Quarter End/Early Release
Friday, March 27, is the last day of the third quarter and early release for students. See the complete school year calendar.
Spring Break (Justice Offices Closed)
Schools and school offices will be closed March 30 to April 3 for spring break.
Justice Offices will be closed during the week of Spring Break.
Monday, April 6, is a teacher work day and there will be no school for students. We wish our students and teachers a happy and restful Spring Break! See the complete school year calendar.
Student Parking Requirements
In Fairfax County Public Schools, any student driving parking their car in a student parking spot is required to have a parking permit. All parking permits were issued over the summer for the 52 student spots.
Unfortunately, some students are coming into the parking lot and taking staff spots. Vehicles seen without a parking permit will be ticketed per FCPS guidelines. The first ticket is a $25.00 fine, second is $50.00, third is $75.00 and fourth is $100.00. All fines are entered in MySchoolBucks for payment.
We have had to be more vigilant with ticketing as there have been days when staff did not have enough parking spaces. Students are able to park on the road in spaces without a number.
Family Information Line Available in Nine Languages
Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.
Keeping Children Safe Online
The Fairfax County Police Department shares these resources to help keep children safe online.
What Families Can Do to Fight Drug Misuse
FCPS is committed to raising awareness about the opioid epidemic with our educators, parents/caregivers, and students. Together, we can help ensure our students thrive.
What can families do?
- Show you disapprove of underage drinking and other drug misuse. More than 80% of young people ages 10-18 say their parents are the leading influence on their decision whether to drink.
- Show you care about your child’s health, wellness, and success.
- Show you are a good source of information about alcohol and other drugs. Find helpful resources on the FCPS Opioid Awareness webpage.
- Pay attention to your child and discourage risky behaviors.
- Build your child’s skills and strategies for avoiding drinking and drug use. Talk with your child about what they would do if faced with a decision about alcohol and drugs, such as texting a code word to a family member or practicing how they will say, “No thanks.”
Get more information on opioid awareness.
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 Online Therapy for All High School Students
Is your student experiencing anxiety, behavior changes, or challenges with peer and family relationships? Do they seem withdrawn or uninterested in their usual hobbies?
Parents/caregivers can refer their children for free weekly therapy with a licensed therapist through Hazel Health. Visit the FCPS’ Teletherapy webpage for information about this service.
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.
Join the FCPS Alumni Network!
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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 - 703-573-5979 TTY dial 711
Life Threatening - 911
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