Included in this issue:
Student Spotlight
- Quizbowl Success
- Science Scholars
PTSA Spotlight
- Saint Patrick's Day Treats
Calendar Reminders
- Calendar Update - No School April 21st
- Cultural/Religious Day: Nowruz and 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:
- Community Conversations with Dr. Reid
- Family Engagement Survey
- Cell Phone Reminder
- Course Request Parent Acknowledgement
- MARS Pass Info
Fairfax Lions Nice to Know:
- Fairfax Academy's MCT Fest!
- Cultural Celebration, March 26
- City of Fairfax Community Cleanup - Volunteers Needed!
- 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 26: Cultural Celebration, 6:30pm, 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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Marketing Fashion Show
 Congrats to Kay Walters and her Marketing students for another phenomenal Fashion Show! Thank you to the FX Players and LUSA performers for participating!
March 19, 2026
Good Afternoon, Fairfax Families,
This week began with a heavy heart as our school community gathered to honor the memories of the current and former students we have lost. These moments of silence are vital; they allow us to pause, reflect, and support one another in our shared grief.
We have spoken candidly with our students about the power of their voices. The "See Something, Say Something" initiative is more than just a slogan—it is a cornerstone of our security. I want to thank every student who has had the courage to come forward and report incidents of intolerable behavior. Your action is exactly what keeps our halls and classes safe and our community strong.
Celebrating Our Students
Despite the weight of the week, it was also a time to celebrate the vibrant energy and talent that define our school during Student Appreciation Week. From high-energy "Minute to Win It" games to quiet moments of choosing words of affirmation, it was a joy to see our students recognized for the unique individuals they are.
Fashion Around the World
We capped off the week with an absolute masterclass in professionalism and creativity: the Fashion Around the World Show. Our Marketing students didn't just put on a show; they ran a business.
They:
- Secured clothing donations from local businesses.
- Designed and built custom modeling sets for each featured country.
- Choreographed the entire run of show.
- Executed a high-quality, flawless production.
Seeing the intersection of global culture and student leadership was the perfect way to head into the weekend. To our Marketing team and our models: your hard work did not go unnoticed. We also enjoyed seeing LUSA dance and The FX Players perform.
Warmly,
National History Bowl Success!
The 2026 Washington DC Metro History Bowl Championships, better known as the National History Bowl, was held recently at Georgetown Day School. Our FHS Quizbowl team came in first place for the JV Division (9th and 10th graders). Private and public schools from all over VA, DC and MD competed.
The players that competed on the team were.
Sauren Kwatra, 9th grade
Bishesh Pokhrel, 10th grade
Both students also made the final table for the History Bee as well and Sauren got 3rd place overall for the History Bee.
They both qualified for Nationals for the both the History Bowl and Bees that will be held at the end of April in Washington DC.
Any students interested in joining the Scholastic Bowl Trivia Club, please reach out to Mr. Agrawal, ragrawal@fcps.edu or Ms. Loomis, cmloomis@fcps.edu.
Science Scholars!
Nivi Gupta and Ilana Feldman proudly represented FHS at the Regional Science Fair! Well done, Lions!!
Staff Treats for Saint Patrick's Day ☘️
Thank you to PTSA volunteers supreme Susan Skare, Sophea Touch, and Bonnie Ji for providing staff treats on Saint Patrick's Day! It was much needed and very appreciated!!! ☘️ 🍪
Interested in joining or volunteering for the PTSA? Sign up here:
https://www.fairfaxptsa.org/
🗓️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
Saturday School is being held March 21st.
**Please note there will be NO Saturday School on March 28 or April 4 due to spring break.**
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 remaining SS dates below:
April 11, 18, 25
May 2, 9, 16, 23
June 6
These dates may change, so keep an eye on this space for updates.
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:
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:
This Weekend! Fairfax Academy's 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!
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!
City of Fairfax Community Cleanup
Fairfax City's annual Spring Community Cleanup is now open for volunteer registrations! This is a great opportunity for middle school and high school students to get service learning credit!
Day: Sunday, April 19, 2026
Time: 9AM - Noon
Where: Van Dyck Park, 3720 Blenheim Blvd.
Upon arrival, volunteers should sign in at the pavilion and will be directed to a cleanup location across the city, or they can join urban forestry staff to remove invasive plants along the trail at the Belle's Bird Sanctuary.
Pre-registration is required for this event at fairfaxva.gov/communitycleanup. Choose your time and location, get outside, earn volunteer hours, and Make a Difference!
Registration closes a week in advance to ensure staff can assign locations to volunteers.
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:
- Winter Sports Champions
- Parent Acknowledgement of Course Requests
- Last Chance to Take the Family Engagement Survey
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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