IMPORTANT INFO. & EVENTS
Madison Pyramid Day of Service
We are in need of a few more items to help support the service projects we have for our Day of Service - Wednesday, April 15. If you can - please consider ordering from our Amazon Wishlist - deliver by Wednesday! Please bring any donations to the main office by Wednesday morning. Other Wishlist Items:
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Bulky Yarn - here is an example
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Fleece Fabric - smallest size 24”x24” (any length larger than this would be great, students will cut to specific sizes)
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Kid Friendly Snacks (fruit snacks, applesauce sauces, goldfish crackers, cheez-its, raisins, pretzels, etc.)
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Kid Activity Kit (coloring/activity book, crayons, stickers/sticker book, Play-Doh, travel puzzle, children’s book, small lego sets)
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Card-making materials - colored pencils, markers, gel pens, card stock, blank cards and envelopes, washi tape, scrapbook paper, etc.
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Friendship bracelet supplies - 6-string floss, beads, etc.
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Craft items - stickers, stencils, stamps, etc.
Student Attendance Summary- Coming Soon!
We want to thank you for all your support in getting your students to school. With it being the start of the 4th quarter and testing season around the corner, we will again be sending out a personalized Attendance Summary to each student and family. We recognize that there are a variety of reasons that students are absent, and this summary will be for informational purposes only.
We appreciate your partnership in prioritizing regular school attendance. Please reach out to your student’s counselor or visit this FCPS resource on Encouraging School Attendance if you need additional support.
April is the Month of the Military Child
It's a time to recognize children from military-connected families for their contributions and sacrifices. We recognize that children serve too! Madison has almost 100 students who are military-connected! Please show how you care by wearing anything with the color PURPLE on April 15. Madison is also hosting a free “Restorative Family Yoga” session for JMHS military-connected (all branches, Retired, Department of Defense, State Department, Foreign Affairs, and Ambassadors) families on April 15 from 6-7pm via JMHS P.E. teacher and Restorative Certified Yoga instructor Mrs. Beth Gottschalk in the main gym. Please use this link to sign up!
Feel free to contact Kelly Hoffman regarding any questions and/or if you would like to help with the event- kchoffman1@fcps.edu
STUDENT SERVICES & TESTING
Volunteers Needed for AP Testing
Our Student Services Department needs parent volunteers to help monitor AP exams. AP exams will occur May 4-8 and May 11-15 during both morning (7:45am-12:15pm) and afternoon (12-4pm) blocks. No experience is necessary. Please consider signing up to help. Please note: Parents can’t proctor a test that their child is taking. Questions? Please reach out to Ms. Bacalis, mkbacalis@fcps.edu.
VIRTUAL College Planning Night Part II for Juniors & Families
on Monday, April 13 from 6:00pm-7:00pm.
- The session will be recorded and made available for later viewing.
- Zoom link here.
College Planning Night Part II will provide a detailed overview of the college process. We'll cover essential topics such as:
- Building your college preparation plan
- Exploring helpful college planning resources
- Key elements for your college essay
- Forms and information specific to Madison High School
This presentation will be recorded. Slides and recording will be available here a few days after the program. Join Zoom here.
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 Vianmarie Milan at VMilan@fcps.edu 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.
Visit the FCPS SIS ParentVUE account overview webpage for more instructions and screenshots of this process.
AP Exams
AP Exams are from May 4th to May 15th. Please visit the Madison website to review important details including the exam schedule, exam start times, what to bring and not to bring to your AP exams, and test locations for students. Students testing with accommodations will receive an individualized email that includes their test locations in the coming weeks.
If your student is planning to not take an AP exam they are registered for, they should reach out to their counselor ASAP to cancel their exam.
Questions about AP exams should be directed to Ms. Bacalis, mkbacalis@fcps.edu.
SOL Tests
Most of our SOL tests will be given on May 19 and 20. Students and families will receive individualized emails from Mrs. Frate, our assessment coach, with details about which test(s) your student is scheduled to take. If you know that your student will be absent on either May 19 and/or 20, please reach out to Mrs. Frate at jlfrate@fcps.edu to schedule a makeup date.
More information about SOLs can be found on the Madison website.
Support National Honor Society Fundraiser
Please help support the National Honor Society (NHS) this coming Tuesday, April 14, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Panera Bread in Vienna for a Dining for Dollars event to purchase supplies for St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Twenty-five percent of all sales using the code FUND4U will support this cause. No time to dine out Tuesday? No problem. You can use the code to order online and pick it up on your way home. Thank you for your support of NHS and St. Jude’s!
Discover NOVA Spring 2026 Open House
April 13, 4:00-7:00pm, NOVA Annandale Campus. Register here. Discover NOVA is an in-person, campuswide event designed for all incoming students and their families. From application support to understanding how Dual Enrollment credits apply, this event will help you start the semester prepared and ready for success.
How to be “Uniquely You”: Authenticity in College Admissions Virtual Event hosted by The Act, April 14, 7:30pm. Register here. Check out their “Watch On-Demand” sessions and other upcoming session titles!
NOVA Medical Education Campus Open House and Health Expo, April 18, 11:00am-2:00pm, MEC Campus, 6699 Springfield Center Drive, Springfield, VA 22150. Tour their state of the art laboratories, learn about their academic programs, speak with campus leaders, and take part in hands-on activities. Register here.
Madison HS College Planning Night, Part II for Juniors and Families VIRTUAL Event, April 13, 2026, 6:00-7:00pm: Details and session link was emailed to students and parents/guardians in the Class of 2027 on 4/9/26. The link is also in Schoology (students | parents\guardians).
ATHLETICS & ACTIVITIES
View the Warhawk Sports website for upcoming Athletic Events
Concorde District info - www.concordedistrict.com
Northern Region info - www.novahsathletics.com
Madison Athletics info - www.warhawksports.org
Madison Athletic Boosters - www.warhawkboosters.com
2025-2026 Athletic Participation Requirements UPDATE: Click HERE
Ticket Info:
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Warhawk Athletic Student Pass: $70 for all regular season home events. Purchase HERE
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Regular Season games/events ticket prices: Students = $5 & Adults = $7
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Post Season games/event ticket prices: Students = $5 & Adults = $10 (District & Region) States = $12
- Acceptable payments at the gate: Cash or Credit Card (no Apple Pay or tap payments accepted)
- To save time at the gate, advanced tickets can be purchased here.
- Advanced tickets for away games can be found here
Tickets for Zombie Prom the Musical April 23-25 are now on sale! Come join us for a nuclear good time as we blast to the past! https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/15627/james-madison-high-school-theatreperformance_id=86239603&country=US&language=en
LOOKING AHEAD
April 21: No School- Teacher workday
April 23: Zombie Prom Opens
April 30: International Night
FCPS DIVISION MESSAGES
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 April 21 at participating schools. The meals must be eaten on site, and enrichment activities will be available. For more information, visit the FCPS Food and Nutrition Services webpage.
A Note About Madison Activities
Extracurriculars and activities are made possible through the support of our community. FCPS gets about 70% of its budget through the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, and we hope to continue providing our students with the resources and opportunities that make our school division excellent when the Board of Supervisors finalizes its Fiscal Year 2027 Budget on May 5. Make your voice heard: reach out to your local representatives and share your ideas about funding public education. Learn more by visiting the budget webpage.
Thank you for helping sustain excellence at Madison and at all Fairfax County public schools!
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.
FCPS NEWS/IN CASE YOU MISSED IT (ICYMI)
FCPS News In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Student Honored With 2026 Regional Scholastic Writing Award
- Explore Life After Highschool with Career and Transition Services
- FCPS ACE Tax Day Sale
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
QUICK LINKS
JMHS Website
2025-2026 School Calendar
Reporting an Absence
Academic Policies and Forms (Information tab)
JMHS Academic Advising Page
Parent Technology Help Desk
Varsity Tutors, no cost for FCPS students
Archived Editions of This Week at Madison (TWAM)
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