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Included in this issue:
Student Spotlight
- NHS Induction Ceremony
- No Tardy Celebration
- Speech Team Success
- Interact Club
- Freshman places at FBLA Competition
School Spotlight
PTSA Spotlight
Calendar Reminders
- Calendar Update - No School April 21st
- Cultural/Religious Day: Eid al-Fitr, March 20, No School
- Quarter End and Early Release on March 27
- Next Principal's Coffee May 1
- Saturday School Dates
Fairfax Lions Need to Know:
- FCPS Seeks Budget Input
- Community Conversations with Dr. Reid
- Family Engagement Survey
- Cell Phone Reminder
- Course Request Parent Acknowledgement
- MARS Pass Info
Fairfax Lions Nice to Know:
- Cultural Celebration, March 26
- ANG Silent Auction
- Fairfax Academy's MCT Fest!
- Rotary Club Music Contest - Last Day to Enter!
- Athletic Boosters Lions Legend Signs
- District News / In Case You Missed It
- Quick Links
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Upcoming Events
March 20: Nowruz and Eid al-Fitr, No School
March 21: MCT Fest, 6pm, FHS Auditorium
March 27: End of 3rd quarter, 2HR Early Release
March 30 - April 3: Spring Break, No School
April 6: Teacher Workday, Student Holiday
April 10: School Planning Day, Student Holiday
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March 13, 2026
Greetings, Fairfax Families,
What a week of "ROAR"ing weather! March certainly came in like a Lion, but even the unpredictable skies couldn't dim the light of our students' achievements. From high-stakes assessments to entrepreneurial spirit, the energy at FHS is unmatched.
Shining a Light: National Honor Society Inductions
One of the highlights of my year was witnessing the induction of 250 students into the Fairfax High School Chapter of the National Honor Society. These student leaders have committed themselves to Scholarship, Service, Leadership, and Character. As they "shine their light," I am confident they will continue to have a profound impact on our community.
Academic Milestones: WIDA & College Planning
- WIDABEST: We have officially closed our WIDA testing window with an incredible 94% participation rate. This is a huge win for our school, and I want to personally thank our ESOL team and our students for meeting this goal with such diligence.
- Sophomore College Night: We were thrilled to welcome 150 families this week to begin the college planning journey. It’s never too early to start looking at "the right fit" for our students’ futures.
Market Days 2.0 & School Spirit
The "Market Days" craze returned this week with a vengeance! Our student entrepreneurs leveled up with pop-up shops featuring refreshers, popcorn, cookies, and even prize games. The hallways felt like a true business hub. Speaking of celebration, we hosted a "No Tardy Party" for 547 students who have made timeliness a priority. It was a joy to see so many students recognized for the "small habit" of being on time.
Assessment Success & Pi Day
Our Band and Choral students headed to their formal assessments this week. I am proud to report that the scores were a direct reflection of their talent, dedication, and hours of hard work. We rounded out the week (pun intended) with Pi Day, thanks to our wonderful PTSA who provided tasty round treats and pie for students during lunch!
Rotary Speech: Uniting for Good
Finally, our students competed in the Rotary Speech Contest under the theme "Unite for Good." While every contestant was impressive, I was particularly moved by a quote from one of our students, Isabelle, who said:
"Change does not have to be large or grand; it can be a small change that begins with ordinary people who want to do good."
That sentiment is exactly what we strive for at Fairfax. Whether it’s passing an SOL, showing up on time, or spreading "Lion Love," those small actions create the grand culture we enjoy every day.
Warmly,
National Honor Society Induction
Congratulations to our students who were inducted into the National Honor Society earlier this week!! Well done, Lions!! 🎉🦁
Speech Team Success
Our Speech Team had a very successful WACFL MetroFinals Tournament last weekend. We had nine total students compete for spots at the GrandNationals tournament, which is a record high over the last twelve years. Vrinda Gunupati, Charles Rogers, and Isabelle An all qualified and advanced to compete at GrandNationals in May! Congrats, Lions, and well done!! 🎉🦁
Interact Club
Fairfax Rotary Members visited Ms. Reed's class to hear entries for their Speech Contest. This year's theme was "Unite for Good."
FBLA Competition
At a recent FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America) competition, Freshman Sauren Kwatra qualified for states by finishing 2nd place overall at the regional competition for “Intro to Public Speaking.” Congrats, Sauren, and good luck at states!!
Sophomore College Night was a Success!
Sophomore Parent/Student College Night was a big success with over 160 attendees! We were honored to have Erin Slater, Director of Admissions for University of North Carolina Greensboro, educate both students and parents on the college admissions process and what families can do now to prepare. This is a joint Student Services – FHS PTSA event and we value the PTSA’s partnership!
Pies for Pi Day!
Our amazing PTSA volunteers were in school today to celebrate PI DAY by selling mini pies and donuts during school lunches. It was a great success!
If you haven't signed up yet, please JOIN the PTSA! We love supporting the FHS community and cannot do it without you!!
Parent/Adult: $20, Teacher/Staff: $12, FHS Student: $8.
Want an easy way to support the FHS PTSA? You can link a card in Givebacks and earn cash for our cause when you shop and dine at participating locations. More information here Givebacks - Causes.
Hospitality Donations- Please support Teach and Staff Appreciation!
No Fuss Fundraiser- Please donate today!!
2025-2026 Meeting Schedule: Third Tuesday of every month at 7pm unless noted.
March 17
April 21
May 19
Questions? Contact PTSA President, Patti Coates, at President@fairfaxptsa.org. Thank you for your support!
🗓️Calendar Reminders
Calendar Update - No School April 21st
 April Statewide Election: No School for Students
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.
Nowruz and Eid al-Fitr
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 will be closed. See the complete school year calendar.
Quarter End and Early Release
Friday, March 27, is the last day of the third quarter and early release for students. Fairfax HS will release at 12:55pm.
See the Fairfax High School Bell Schedule.
See the complete FCPS school year calendar.
Next Principal's Coffee is May 1st
Please Note: due to spring break in April, and graduation in June, the next Principal's Coffee - and last one for the school year! - will be held on Friday, May 1st, from 7:30-8:30am in the Career Center, room L106. Visitors must sign in at the main office.
Next Saturday School is March 21
Please note there is NO Saturday School on March 14th. The next one is being held on March 21st.
No signup required, and snacks are provided, but transportation is on your own. Students should enter the building at Door 1, check in at the Security Desk, and report to the Library.
Please see the UPDATED dates in bold:
March 21
April 11, 18, 25
May 2, 9, 16, 23
June 6
These dates may change, so keep an eye on this space for updates.
FCPS Seeks 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.
Community Conversations: Share Your Thoughts with Dr. Reid
As a listening leader, connecting with community members across our school division is critical to Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid. Dr. Reid’s 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, 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.
Family Engagement Survey
Participate today! Your voice matters!
Share your thoughts around important topics impacting your student’s success.By participating in the Family Engagement Survey, parents/caregivers are making their voices heard. Survey topics include:
- Welcoming environment
- Communication
- Student success
- Advocacy
- Family and school partnerships
- Community partnerships
Help us better recognize, understand, respect, and address family strengths and needs in our schools.
TAKE THE SURVEY!
Visit the Family Engagement Survey webpage for more information.
Cell Phone Reminder
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 contact the FHS main office or subschools:
- Main Office: 703-219-2200
- 9th and 11th grade subschool, Ms. Sanchez: 703-219-4988
- 10th and 12 grade subschool, Ms. Waters: 703-219-2395
Visit our cell phone policy webpage for more information and answers to frequently asked questions. Thank you for your support and cooperation!
Course Request Parent Acknowledgement
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. Please contact your student's counselor for support or assistance.
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.
Meditation & Reflection Space Pass (MARS)
To revisit consistent practices, we will be revisiting our Meditation and Reflection systems for students (MARS). We are requesting ALL students receive a new temporary pass with a new permission slip in order to miss instructional time.
When the new permission slip is returned, students will receive a permanent MARS pass.
- Students may leave class to meditate.
- Hallway 23 is the dedicated meditation space.
- Students should only be gone 15 mins on the meditation pass.
The library will be open for students during lunch to accommodate those who are fasting.
Fairfax Lions Nice to Know:
Cultural Celebration, March 26
Tickets are ON SALE now for Fairfax High School’s annual sold-out event: Cultural Celebration 2026!
Thursday, March 26, 2026
Food and Cultural Tables 5:30 PM | Cultural Celebration (Global Talent & Fashion Show) 6:30 PM
Join us for an incredible trip around the world featuring fiery Latin dances, the beat of the Korean drums, the majesty of the Chinese Dragon dance, Uyghur traditional dancing, global fashions, tasty treats from near and far, and MUCH MORE!
TICKET INFO: Online tickets are now on sale. Tickets may sell out prior to the event, so reserve yours today!
Pre-Sale Online Ticket Prices: Adults $8 | Students $5 (FCPS Employees are free)
Door Ticket Prices: Everyone $10
Don't miss out! Tickets are flying faster than a K-pop dance move, so click this TICKET LINK or the QR code in the flyer to grab yours now!
ANG Silent Auction
Start the Bidding!
The FHS All Night Grad Silent Auction is Live at: https://app.galabid.com/fhsangsa2026/items - until 9pm on March 16th.
Try your luck at the 50/50 raffle and bid to purchase gift cards to local restaurant favorites, event tickets or one of the 50+ other items available from local vendors! From family-friendly activities to nights out on the town, jewelry to artwork - there’s something for everyone! And this year our auction site has two new features to make bidding easier - 1. a buy it now opportunity to avoid missing out on an item you really want and 2. a max bid function. With max bid, you can set how high you are willing to bid on an item and not have to worry about tracking the activity to make sure you are the winning bidder.
Senior parents, this is the only place to obtain VIP Parking and Seating for graduation. You can try your luck at the raffle or make the winning bid to secure your VIP status.
Bid generously to support the Fairfax High Class of ‘26 so that ALL our seniors can celebrate safely the night of graduation! Since ANG was created more than 35 years ago, no FHS student has been involved in a drug or alcohol related traffic incident the night of graduation.
If you’d prefer to make a tax deductible donation to help keep ticket prices affordable please click here: https://fairfaxhs.givebacks.com/store/items. [Please note: the “donate” option offered at auction checkout by GalaBid supports the online auction site NOT Fairfax High Seniors!]
Please share the links with friends, family and neighbors and bid before the auction closes at 9pm on March 16th!
Fairfax Academy's Music & Computer Technology program presents: MCT Fest!
Get ready for MCT Fest! 🎧
Join us for an unforgettable showcase on March 21st @ 6PM at Fairfax High School! MCT Fest features live original music, created by the talented students of Fairfax Academy's Music & Computer Technology program. Don’t miss this chance to see the future of the music industry in action—Hope to see you there! Get your TICKETS!
Rotary Club Music Contest - Last Day to Enter!
The Rotary Club of Fairfax is sponsoring a Youth Music Contest for all current FHS students.
CASH Prizes:
- First Place - $1000
- Second Place - $500
- Third Place - $250
DEADLINE EXTENDED to March 13th!
Rotary Club 25-26 Music Application
Questions, contact barrygrotaryclub7610@gmail.com.
Athletic Boosters Lions Legend Signs
Celebrate your Fairfax Lion in a BIG way with a Lions Legend sign.
For a donation supporting all Fairfax High athletic teams, your athlete (any sport, any grade) will receive a 12 × 18 sign displayed on the course during the tournament on May 18, 2026. It’s a great way to honor your athlete while helping every Lion shine on and off the field. After the tournament, you can pick up your sign to keep for personal use.
Use code SPRING by 3/27 for 50% off.
Find out more and purchase at: http://lionslegends.fairfaxhighathleticboosters.com
District News/In Case You Missed It
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Family Engagement Survey
- Student Honors
- No School on April 21
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
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