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Important Dates:
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March 27- Quarter End/Early Release
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Mar 30 to Apr 6- Spring Break / Teacher Workday
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Apr 27- 7:00pm (Auditorium)- Partners for Safe Teen Driving
- Jun 5- 2:00pm- Class of 2026 Graduation- Eagle Arena
SCHS ATTENDANCE INFORMATION 2025-26
Recently, we have seen an increase in students leaving campus without following proper check-out procedures. This has resulted in inaccurate records regarding student location and safety. To ensure our staff can account for every student and to retrieve students in the least disruptive way to classroom instruction, the following procedures are required, effective immediately:
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2-Hour Advance Notice Required: All early dismissal requests must be submitted at least two hours in advance. We will no longer process last-minute phone calls or messages for immediate pickup. Please plan appointments accordingly, as requests failing to meet this lead time will not be honored.
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Illness & Clinic Protocol: If a student feels ill, they MUST report to the School Clinic. Students will only be dismissed for medical reasons after being evaluated by the clinic staff and checked out from that location.
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Official Office Check-Out: All students leaving early must physically check out through the Main Office. Any student who leaves campus without following this procedure will be marked with an unexcused absence.
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Attendance Corrections: If a student is marked UNV for a specific period due to lateness or a clerical error, the student must speak with that teacher directly. The teacher will then update the attendance or notify the attendance team. The Attendance Offices will not alter period-specific attendance without teacher verification.
These procedures are in place to ensure student safety and a focused learning environment. We thank you for your cooperation and for helping us maintain an accurate and secure campus.
Report a Full-Day Absence-The fastest way is to use ParentVUE.
Alternative Methods
Message from Dr. Khoshaba
Greetings, Stallion Nation,
Happy first day of Spring, Stallions! A new season means fresh energy and bright beginnings. Let’s charge into Spring with Stallion pride and make every day count. Here’s to a season full of spirit, growth, and success! Now, on to this week’s reflections!
Student and Staff Belonging
Hoops, Hype, and a Whole Lot of Heart
Our first-ever SoCo Basketball Bash was an unforgettable night filled with energy, connection, and Stallion pride. A true highlight was watching our Best Buddies students take the court, competing against parents for two quarters and our staff for the other two—proving that teamwork and joy are always a winning combination. Beyond the impressive athleticism on display, the evening was made even more special by the Singing Stallions’ beautiful rendition of the National Anthem, our student announcers bringing the game to life, and standout players Makyah Mason and Lailia Tull stepping up as outstanding referees. It was truly a ball-er event from start to finish, reminding us all that when our community comes together, we score big in more ways than one.
High Quality Instruction
In AP Psychology, Mrs. Jeanblanc creates an exceptional, student-centered classroom that sets the gold standard for meaningful learning. Like a skilled psychologist guiding a breakthrough session, she carefully uncovers student thinking—using strategies like a gratitude warm-up and real-world connections such as Netflix streaming—to make complex concepts both accessible and relevant. Her intentional design, including clear learning outcomes, multiple exposures, and a focus on student strengths, builds both confidence and deep understanding. With continued opportunities to expand student collaboration and ownership, her classroom will further evolve into a model of highly effective, transformative instruction.
School Culture:
A Pot of Gold for Our Staff
Our Leadership class brightened St. Patrick’s Day by creating the “Lucky to Have Teachers and Staff Like You” area, offering a thoughtful spread of rainbow-themed treats. Like a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, this gesture reminded our staff just how valued and appreciated they are. Their creativity and care turned a simple celebration into a meaningful moment of connection and gratitude across our school community.
Stronger Together: Connecting Families and Schools
The 2026 Special Education Family Conference, Stronger Together: Connecting Families and Schools, will take place on Saturday, April 18, at Marshall High School. During this no-cost, in-person event, families will have the opportunity to hear a keynote address from internationally renowned educator and advocate, Dr. Shelley Moore, connect to resources and other families, and participate in afternoon sessions.
FCPS families are invited to register to attend this year’s conference. Childcare, accommodations, and language interpretation are available. Families are also invited to register to serve as an event volunteer by Thursday, March 19. Volunteer hours will be awarded to student volunteers. Visit the FCPS 2026 Special Education Family Conference webpage for updates and more details.
Club Corner:
The Doctors of Dental Medicine (DDM) offers students a valuable opportunity to explore dentistry, oral health, and a wide range of healthcare careers. Through guest speakers, including local dentists and dental students, members gain firsthand insight into the profession and the pathways to entering the field. Open to all students, the club fosters curiosity, connection, and exploration, even for those simply interested in science or medicine. Sponsored by Valarie Hansen, the DDM Club also shares summer opportunities and connects students with resources and professionals to support their future goals.
Wishing all our Stallions a weekend full of warmth and joy.
Kambar
#StandingStrongFor20Years!
Important Graduation Information | Victor O'Neill Studios
Congratulations on the upcoming Class of 2026 Graduation! This is such a significant milestone for your student and your family. Victor O’Neill Studios is honored to help capture these lifelong memories.
To view and order professional portraits, Victor O’Neill Studios has created a dedicated QR code for your event. Simply scan the code below to be taken directly to the graduation gallery.
We are excited to celebrate the South County High School Class of 2026
NYC Trip
Chaperone/Student Meeting 3/19
There will be a Mandatory meeting on March 19th at 7pm for all students and chaperones going on the trip. This includes those driving themselves.
The trip to the Big Apple is March 21–22, and it’s going to be an unforgettable experience.
The total trip includes:
🎭 Two incredible shows:
- Death Becomes Her
- Little Shop of Horrors
🍝 Dinner at Carmine’s—a classic NYC favorite!
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Rehearsal Fuel Needed
🎬 Rehearsals for Cinderella are going well, and our cast and crew will be putting in long hours to bring this show to life!
Help keep their energy up by signing up for a slot (Snacks SignUp Genius Link) and donating: 💧 Small (8 oz) water bottles 🧀 Cheese sticks 🥣 Granola bars, or 🍎 Fruit (apples, oranges, bananas)
A quick grocery add-on can make a big difference during these busy rehearsal days. Donations can be dropped off at the office labeled Theatre — thank you for helping our students stay focused and fueled! Rehearsals continue until the show opens in April, so this will be a continuing need.
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Tech Saturday Support
👉 We need parent volunteers for Tech Saturdays! No construction experience required — just a willingness to lend a hand. DIY skills are a bonus, but enthusiasm is what really counts. Check the Events Calendar for Tech Saturdays: Events Calendar Link
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Chipotle Fundraiser
April 8th - 5 to 9 p.m.
Please help us advertise our upcoming Restaurant Night Fundraiser at Chipotle! Also please consider stopping by and picking up dinner or a snack there on April 8th between 5pm and 9pm. Please show this flyer to the cashier if in person (9447 Lorton Market St) or use the code TGPP4BH if ordering online.
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Theatre Booster Meeting
Wednesday, April 8th at 6:30pm
At Chipotle! (9447 Lorton Market St)
For April we are combining our Booster Board Meeting and Restaurant Night Fundraiser by holding our meeting at Chipotle (9447 Lorton Market St, Lorton)! Please join us and connect with fellow theatre parents, get the inside scoop on upcoming events, and learn how you can be part of the magic behind the scenes.
- Meet and mingle with other Theatre parents
- Hear the latest information about Cinderella
- Get details on the Spring Banquet
- Plus, updates on other exciting plans for the Theatre Department!
We’d love to see you there—your involvement truly lifts our program!
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Tech Week Meals
Feed Starving Artists!
Tech rehearsals bring our cast and crew together—and they make for some long days! To keep everyone fueled and focused, our boosters coordinate meals during these rehearsals. We’re looking for volunteers to help cook or order meals for April 18th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, and 25th (between shows).
Don’t worry—you won’t be responsible for feeding the whole team on your own. These meals are a group effort, and we provide recipes, instructions, and support to make it easy. We set a budget for each meal and expenses can be reimbursed. If interested in supporting, please contact Tricia Waugh at schstheatreboostersnewsletter@gmail.com.
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Volunteers & Donations
Theatre Boosters will be selling Concessions at all performances of Cinderella — and we need your help to make it a success!
Every candy bar sold and every bottle of water donated helps fund:
- 🎓 Theatre Scholarships
- 👑 Upcoming SCHS Theatre Productions
- 🎤 SCHS Improv
- 🎉 Our Welcome Back Picnic
- …and so much more!
💛 How You Can Help
- Volunteer to work concessions
- Donate items (Candy Bars, Multi-pack bags of chips, Individually Wrapped Cookies, Water, Soda)
It’s quick, easy, and truly makes a difference!
👉 Coming soon - Cinderella Signup Genius Link.
Donations can be dropped off at the office with a note labeled “Theatre.”
Thank you for continuing to support our amazing students — we couldn’t do this without you! 🎭✨
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Princess Party Crew
The clock is ticking, but the magic is just beginning! Join us for a Royal Intermission between our April 25th matinee and evening performance of Cinderella. We’re throwing a high-energy Princess Party, and we want you to be part of the fairy tale!
👑 The Royal Rundown It’s not just a break—it’s a full-blown celebration where kids can:
- Mingle with Royalty: Snap the perfect photo with Cinderella and her princess pals.
- Belt it Out: Take the stage for Princess Karaoke!
- Get Crafty: Design custom wands and get fancy with professional face painting.
- Sweet Treats: Sip on tea or lemonade and enjoy some delicious cookies.
✨See Your Stars in Action Your students will be volunteering and bringing the magic to life! It’s a fantastic chance to see their hard work and school spirit firsthand.
🎉But We Need Your Magic Touch! Every kingdom needs a great crew of Royal Helpers. We’re looking for parent volunteers to help us keep the magic moving. We need help with:
- Setting the Scene (Set-up)
- Royal Admissions (Ticket Sales)
- Activity Pilots (Supervising the fun)
- The "Poof" Crew (Quick clean-up)
👉 Bibbidi-Bobbidi Princess Tea Sign Up Link
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Booster Board
ISO of 2026-27 Board Members
Note: We have several parents of seniors who are serving on our Booster Board this year. We are happy for our graduating seniors as they head off on new adventures, but that also leaves us with some position openings for the 2026-27 School Year:
- Secretary
- At Large Board Members
- Committee Members:
- Publicity
- Banquet/Picnic
- Webmaster
- Cappies
- And many more
If you have question or interest in the board, please reach out to: Tricia Waugh
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Events Calendar
Check out upcoming events in the SCHS Theatre Department!
A few dates to take note of:
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Mar 19: NYC Trip Student & Chaperone Meeting
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Mar 21: NYC Trip
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Mar 25: Folger Shakespeare Library Festival Field Trip*
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Mar 28: Tech Saturday
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Apr 8: Chipotle Fundraiser
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Apr 8: Theatre Booster Board Meeting @ Chipotle
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Apr 11: Tech Saturday
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Apr 23-25: Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella
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Apr 25: Princess Tea
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Apr 26: Strike
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May 8: End of Year Banquet
SCHS Theatre Calendar Link
* Field trip for Theatres Arts 1 and 2 students. Families are welcome to observe.
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Theatre Banquet
Save the Date: 5/8/26
We are excited to announce that our annual end of year Theatre Banquet will be held May 8th here at SCHS. Details will be forthcoming later this Spring.
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Thank You Patrons!
Support SCHS
Not sure how to support our Theatre Department? Consider becoming an individual or family Theatre Patron. Do you own a business or work for one that provides funds to support the local community? Consider purchasing a Sponsorship! If you have any questions, please reach out to our Booster President, Tricia Waugh, at schstheatreboostersnewsletter@gmail.com
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Patrons: No donation is too small! Each level of patron comes with additional benefits. Just follow this link.
Sponsors: Follow this link to advertise in our program and website. We reach thousands of patrons per year and want to support our local businesses!
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Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) - April 9th
The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is for Juniors and Seniors interested in career exploration or with plans to enlist in the military after graduation. The ASVAB will be offered at South County on Thursday, April 9th. This is a GREEN day.
Students must be logged in to their school accounts for access to registration form here - https://forms.gle/CGqEjvYoov8LRLft8
Detailed information on the ASVAB can be found at: https://www.todaysmilitary.com/joining/asvab-test
Practice questions are available at: https://www.todaysmilitary.com/joining/asvab-test-sample-questions
Registration for the ASVAB will close at 11:59 PM on Friday, March 6, 2026.
All Current 10th grade HPE students are required to attend one of the 4 scheduled PSTD (Partners for Safe Teen Driving) sessions held here at South County. This is part of the completion of the classroom portion of the Drivers Education curriculum in 10th grade HPE.
Students and a parent/guardian are required to attend one of the 90 minute session on one of the 4 evenings.
Sessions begin promptly at 7:00 pm in the auditorium- doors will close at that time with no late admittance.
PSTD Dates:
Spring Break College Application Bootcamp and SAT Intensive – Prepare for the College Application Process
Looking for a productive and educational way for your child to spend spring break? Seniors from Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology are hosting a Spring Break College Application Bootcamp and SAT Intensive from March 30th - April 3rd via Zoom. Our programming includes one-on-one consultations, essay workshops, and lessons on commonly missed SAT problem types, all taught by students who have been through this exact process. Spots are limited so that we can provide individual attention to each student. Sign up now to reserve your place!
Cost:
SAT Intensive: $249
College Application Bootcamp: $349
SAT + College Bundle: $549
Time:
SAT Intensive: 9 AM - 12 PM
College Application Bootcamp: 1 PM - 4 PM
Location: Online via Zoom
Sign up here: https://forms.gle/W2pBEiaMpHcq3APx8. For more details or questions, please email jemini.prep@gmail.com.
Spring Break College SAT Program - English Flyer (002).pdf
ATHLETICS CORNER
South County High School Athletic Booster
🎟️ Season Passes Now on Sale! 🎟️ Season passes for home sporting events are now available at adiscounted rate for the remainder of the 2025–2026 school year! Thisis a great opportunity to enjoy all the action while saving money. Come out and show your school spirit by supporting our winter sportsteams—your energy in the stands makes a difference! For pass pricing and purchase details, please visithttps://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.stallionnationboosters.org__;!!Pwvz7ORF!J66ZTvp_-iNlXFHsaGmImDX27mtGHWb2F6jLkf68MZXnUFXsX784FdKBc6zIkCjPkDNShScHFy_ZdE3ey63VFWV2f8A$
Concession Stand Volunteers
Volunteers Needed — Support Our Sports Programs! Students and families are encouraged to sign up to volunteer at theconcession stands during our home sporting events. This is a greatopportunity for students to earn required volunteer hours whilegaining valuable experience, and for families to directly support ourathletic programs and student-athletes. Concessions play an important role in funding and sustaining oursports teams, and every shift makes a difference. Whether you can helpfor one game or multiple events, your time and support are greatlyappreciated.
👉 Please sign up at https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.stallionnationboosters.org__;!!Pwvz7ORF!J66ZTvp_-iNlXFHsaGmImDX27mtGHWb2F6jLkf68MZXnUFXsX784FdKBc6zIkCjPkDNShScHFy_ZdE3ey63VFWV2f8A$ Come be part of the game-day experience and help make our home events a success!
Trademasters Home Services - (20+) Facebook
Trademasters is offering a special promotion: purchase a home services membership for $249 and receive a $200 credit toward a home service repair or maintenance. Additionally, the South County PTSO receives a $20 donation for every membership purchased. Use promo code Extravaganza20 through March 31, 2026.
Check out this fabulous membership https://trademasters.com/how-membership-works
South County High School PTSO is partnering with Seasonal Roots, a local online farmers market, to bring healthy, delicious food to our community, to support local farmers and artisans, and to raise money to support the All Night Grad Party for our seniors!
Seasonal Roots is an online farmers market that delivers “dirt to doorstep” to families in Maryland and Virginia. Each week the market offers more than 150 items that are all grown and produced locally, sustainably, and ethically. Market items include fruit, vegetables, meat, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods, vegan specialties and more.
As part of this fundraiser for ANGP - new customers can join Seasonal Roots for 50% off the membership fee (a $30 savings!)
PLUS for every new customer who signs up (and places their first order), a $20 donation will be made to South County PTSO! WIN-WIN for everyone! Be sure to use promotional code SOCOANGP at https://www.seasonalroots.com/socoangp.
AWARENESS
Celebrating Arts in Our Schools
The Council for Art Education (CFAE) administers Youth Art Month. Youth Art Month encourages support for quality school art programs, and promotes art material safety. The program provides a medium for recognizing skills developed through visual arts experiences unlike any other curriculum subjects, including:
Art shows, special exhibits, fundraisers, and school and community activities take place annually, traditionally during March, to celebrate visual art education for grades K-12.
March has also been designated by the National Association for Music Education (NAfME) for the observance of Music In Our Schools Month® (MIOSM®), the time of year when music education becomes the focus of schools across the nation. The purpose of MIOSM is to raise awareness of the importance of music education for all children – and to remind citizens that school is where all children should have access to music. MIOSM is an opportunity for music teachers to bring their music programs to the attention of the school and the community, and to display the benefits that school music brings to students of all ages.
Theatre In Our Schools (TIOS) is a celebration of theatre in our schools and schools in our theatres. Sponsored by the American Alliance for Theatre & Education (AATE) and the Educational Theatre Association (EdTA), the goals of TIOS are to raise public awareness of the impact of theatre education and draw attention to the need for more access to quality programs in and out of school for all students. While TIOS presentations and advocacy may happen anytime in schools, theatres, and other public spaces, AATE and EdTA will recognize and promote March as the official Theatre In Our Schools month.
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Spring Break🌷
Schools and school offices will be closed March 30 to April 3 for 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.
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