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Included in this issue:
Student Spotlight
- Peace Award
- FBLA State Finals
- Virginia Boys State Delegates
- State Science Fair Winner
- Speech and Debate
- Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship Recipient
Program Spotlight
- FCCLA wins First Place at States!
- FHS Auto Tech Car Show
Calendar Reminders
- Statewide Election, April 21st - No School
- Updates to the 2026-27 School Year Calendar
- Saturday School Dates
- Earth Week Celebration
- Save the Date - Prom is May 2!
Fairfax Lions Need to Know
- FCPS Budget
- Community Conversations with Dr. Reid
- Unskippable/Fentanyl Awareness
- SOL Support for your Student
Fairfax Lions Nice to Know:
- Fairfax Physical Night Athletic Training Fundraiser, May 4
- FCPS Military Family Field Day
- Flash Forward Postsecondary Event
- FX Players Presents: Something Rotten
- District News / In Case You Missed It
- Quick Links
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Upcoming Events
April 21: Student Holiday, No School due to the Virginia statewide election
April 30: Opening Night, FX Players Presents: Something Rotten, 7:00pm, Auditorium
May 3: Prom, Pearl Street Warehouse, DC
May 25: Memorial Day Holiday, No School
May 26: Teacher Workday, No School
May 27: Religious & Cultural Observance Day: Eid al-Adha, No School
June 3: Graduation, 8:30am, Stadium
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Purple Up ⬆️ Fairfax!! 💜
April 17, 2026
Greetings Fairfax Families,
It has been a great week in the den.
Future Planning & Career Readiness were the focus of many initiatives this week.
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Inaugural On-Site Job Fair: Students gained hands-on experience by networking with employers and sharpening their interview techniques.
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AVID Interviews: Potential "AVIDizers" shared their inspiring stories and committed to their academic growth for the upcoming school year.
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AP Research: Students showcased their expertise, delivering high-level presentations on their year-long research topics.
Welcoming New Faces
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Rising Lions: We hosted 575 students from KJMS, introducing them to the pride of the lions through school tours, student-led panels, and an exploration of our diverse clubs and activities.
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Family Engagement: Our liaisons celebrated our parent partners, recognizing the vital role they play in our school community.
Innovation & School Spirit
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Food Truck Wars: The Food and Consumer Science program delivered a delicious fusion of culinary skill and marketing. Highlights included Korean BBQ, Latin-infused dishes, and hot chicken.
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Purple Up! Day: The halls were a sea of purple as we celebrated the Month of the Military Child, honoring the resilience of our military-connected students.
FHS Car Show
Don't miss out on the action! Come support the Auto Tech program this weekend at the FHS Car Show. It’s a great way to see our students' technical skills in person and enjoy some community fun.
Good luck to our AP Seminar students as they prepare for their presentations next week! The bar has been set high, and we know you’ll do great.
Have a fabulous FAIRFAX weekend.
Senior wins Peace Award
Students from 28 Fairfax County public schools have been named recipients of the 2026 Student Peace Awards of Fairfax County, designed to recognize young people who work as peacemakers.
Fairfax Senior Damanika Ravi has been working to address biased speech in her school and beyond, motivated by witnessing a troubling rise in the casual use of racial slurs and stereotypes among students. She joined GMU’s Youth Research Council, whose mission is to promote community capacity building and racial equity through ongoing research activities. She has participated in data collection, analysis and presentation and transformed student testimonials into art—poems, word clouds, and a “quilt” of impactful phrases. Damanika joined her school’s Equity Team in her junior year, working to promote social awareness and positive change. The experience has made her more aware of her own words and actions and has deepened her commitment to equity and justice.
Congratulations, Damanika!
See the full article. See the full list of recipients.
FBLA State Finals
9th grader, Sauren Kwatra, competed at the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) State competition last weekend. He had a top 10 finish for Intro to Public Speaking. He is pictured with FBLA sponsor and CTE Teacher, David Morell. They were SO close to making it to Nationals in San Antonio but maybe next year! Great job, Lions!!
Virginia Boys State Delegates
Juniors James Ferreira, Jonathan Lee and Charles Rogers have been selected to attend the 2026 Virginia Boys State of The American Legion at Hampden-Sydney College. Virginia Boys State provides the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in one of three areas of government. Participants cultivate leadership skills and develop pride in American citizenship.
So proud of these students and their accomplishment - well deserved!
Freshman is a State Science Fair Winner
Congratulations to 9th grade student, Nivedita Gupta, for winning Second Place at the Virginia State Science Fair, for the project “Effect of Plastic Bottle Rigidity on Microplastics Content in Drinking Water.”
See the full list of winners.
Speech and Debate
Our FHS Speech Team did excellently at our VHSL State Tournament over spring break! The team as a whole tied for 4th in the state with Isabelle An winning 2nd place in Humorous Interpretation, Mina Habibi winning 3rd place in Storytelling, Charles Rogers winning 3rd place in Prose Interpretation, and Evan Curtas earning an honorable mention as 4th place in Original Oratory.
Senior wins Amazon Future Engineer Award
Senior Nardos Gelashe was awarded one of the selective Amazon Future Engineer scholarships, worth $40,000!!
Amazon Future Engineer is a computer science and STEM education program that seeks to afford all young people the opportunity to explore their potential.
Congratulations, Nardos!!! 🎉🦁
FCCLA Team wins First Place!
Our Family, Career, and Community Leaders Association team (FCCLA) went to the State FCCLA competition last weekend and won first place in their category, Food Innovations. Congrats to Carrie Chau, Heather Choi Buleje, and Akshara Mittal!!
FHS Auto Tech Car Show April 18th
The FHS Auto Tech program is holding their annual Car Show on Saturday, April 18th, from 8:30am - 2:00pm, at Jim McKay Chevrolet.
Events:
- Silent Auction
- Winners announced at 1pm
- Fire Department Demonstration
If You would like to Display your Car:
- All Cars welcome
- Car Show entrance fee $20
- Registration 8:30 - 10:30am
- People's Choice voting
Extras:
- Nearby coffee and food shops
- No revving no burnouts! Please respect the venue
- Contact 301-755-3502 for more info
🗓️Calendar Reminders
Statewide Election April 21st - No School
 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.
FCPS will offer lunch and a snack at no cost to children aged 18 and under on Tuesday, April 21, at participating schools. The meals must be eaten on site, and enrichment activities will be available for the children. For more information, visit the FCPS Food and Nutrition Services webpage.
Updates to the 2026-27 School Year Calendar
The School Board voted to direct the superintendent to designate Veterans Day as a standard instructional day for the 2026-27 school year. Because this day was added, the 2026-27 school year will now end for students on Wednesday, June 16, 2027. Find additional information on BoardDocs. View the updated complete school year calendar on FCPS’ website.
The last day of school for the current school year — Wednesday, June 17, 2026 — has not changed.
Saturday School is being held April 18th
Saturday School is being held April 18th.
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.
See the remaining SS dates below - Please note there will be no Saturday School on Memorial Day weekend.
April 25
May 2, 9, 16, 23
June 6
These dates may change, so keep an eye on this space for updates!
Join our Earth Day Spirit Week! 🌍
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Monday, April 20 – Wildlife Day - wear nature print
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Tuesday, April 21 – Zero Waste Day - wear white
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Wednesday, April 22 – Earth Day - wear green
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Thursday, April 23 – Climate Change Day - wear red
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Friday, April 24 – Watershed Day - wear blue
Save the Date! Prom is May 2nd- City of Stars ✨
Fairfax High School Prom 2026 – City of Stars
The Night of Your Dreams
Join us for an unforgettable evening at Pearl Street Warehouse on the iconic DC Wharf.
WHEN: Saturday, May 2, 2026
TIME: 8:00 PM
Experience the "Rock Club Chic" vibe of the Wharf's premier music venue.
- Luxury restaurants just steps away
- Stunning waterfront photo opps
- Soda bar and food!
- DJ and free photo booth
Ticket Purchase Instructions
Follow these steps on MySchoolBucks:
- Login to myschoolbucks.com
- Go to SCHOOL STORE > BROWSE ALL
- Filter by FAIRFAX HS
- Look for the Prom Icon shown here
- Add to cart to secure your spot!
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FY 2027 Budget: Sustaining Excellence
Help FCPS Sustain Excellence: Make Your Voice Heard on the FY 2027 Budget
About 70% of the FCPS budget comes from the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. There are several upcoming opportunities to provide feedback to the county on its budget before final adoption in May. This includes public budget hearings (April 14-16) and an online survey. Learn how the FCPS budget helps us sustain our excellence.
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. on:
Click on a date to register to attend that event. Registration is not required, but it helps with planning, especially for child care and interpretation services. Events are open to all. Visit the superintendent’s engagement page for the most up-to-date information.
Unskippable / Fentanyl Awareness
Start an Unskippable Conversation With Your Teen
When was the last time you talked to your teen about fentanyl and overdose? Learn how to start an Unskippable conversation, and find resources to share with your teen on how to spot an overdose and how to respond.
SOL Support
Support Your Children During Important Spring Assessments
Students will be participating in spring assessments based on their grade level and courses. This includes summative assessments like Standards of Learning (SOL) tests, which measure what a student knows, and progress assessments like Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) tests, which measure where they are in their learning.
FCPS encourages all families to support their students in taking these tests. Virginia requires schools to test at least 95% of students on SOLs, so when families choose not to participate in testing, it can impact a school’s accreditation, accountability ratings, and ability to measure student progress accurately.
Parents and caregivers can help their children perform their best on these tests by reminding them to get a good night’s sleep, eat a healthy breakfast, and the cell phone policy still applies during testing season.
It is important that students attend school on scheduled testing dates. If you are aware of a conflict that may cause your student to miss a test, please notify your student’s school as soon as possible.
Learn more about how to support your child and why test participation matters.
Fairfax Lions Nice to Know:
Fairfax Physical Night Athletic Training Fundraiser
The Fairfax Athletic Training Program is hosting our annual fundraiser on May 4th for for Physical Night. Get your physical done here - it will stay on file and will be valid for all next school year! You won’t need to worry about it expiring mid-season. The Cost of the physical would be $50. All proceeds go to buying supplies for the athletic training room to support the student athletes. Use this link to sign up: Fairfax Physical Student Registration
FCPS is excited to celebrate the Month of the Military Child with a good, old-fashioned field day!
We invite all military-connected families with FCPS students to a special field day to honor our military-connected children.
Join us for an afternoon of fun and community at Annandale High School on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from noon to 2 p.m.
Enjoy field day games and crafts at the football and track stadium. Food and beverages will be available for purchase to support various FCPS school clubs and organizations. This is a great opportunity to connect with other military families across the division!
Flash Forward Postsecondary Event
Explore Life After High School at Flash Forward Postsecondary Education and Employment Options Event
Fairfax County Public Schools’ Career and Transition Services will host Flash Forward: Postsecondary Education and Employment Options on Wednesday, April 22, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., in the cafeteria at Woodson High School.
The event is designed for students with disabilities pursuing a standard or advanced diploma and their families. It offers an introduction to postsecondary pathways, including education, employment, and community programs. Representatives from adult education, workforce programs, and community organizations will be available to share resources and answer questions.
Families are encouraged to register in advance to attend.
FX Players presents: Something Rotten
The FX Players of Fairfax High School are proud to present Something Rotten! — the hilarious, high-energy musical comedy that takes you back to the Renaissance with a twist you won’t see coming. Packed with show-stopping numbers, outrageous humor, and plenty of Broadway parody, this is one production you won’t want to miss!
About the show: Set in the 1590s, Something Rotten! follows two struggling playwright brothers who are desperate to outshine their rockstar rival, William Shakespeare. When a soothsayer predicts that the future of theater involves singing, dancing, and acting all at once, they set out to create the world’s very first musical… with wildly chaotic results!
Join us for an unforgettable night of theater as our talented students bring this fan-favorite musical to life on stage. Tickets go on sale starting April 1st at https://www.fxplayers.org/ — grab yours early before they sell out! Come support the arts, cheer on local talent, and enjoy a night full of laughter, music, and pure entertainment!
Something Rotten!, a Fairfax HS Theatre Production
Book by Karey Kirkpatrick & John O'Farrell
Music & Lyrics by Wayne Kirkpatrick & Karey Kirkpatrick
April 30th - 7pm
May 1st - 7pm
May 2nd - 1pm
May 8th - 7pm
May 9th - 1pm & 7pm
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:
- Calendar Updates
- Teacher on The Kelly Clarkson Show
- Support Your Student During SOLs
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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