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Useful Links/Information
FCHS Bell Schedule
Schoology
SIS ParentVUE
FCPS School Year Calendar
Important Dates
- 4/21 - Statewide Election (No school for students, see announcement below)
- 4/22 - Pyramid Art Show (see announcement below)
- 4/24 - Spotlight Theatre Presents Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead (see announcement below)
- 5/4 - AP Testing Begins
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Attendance Matters!
As we enter the final quarter, we are focused on ensuring every Jaguar crosses the finish line with success. Please take a moment to review your child’s attendance and grades via ParentVUE. Checking in now allows us to partner together and provide support before the year winds down.
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Need ParentVUE Access? If you don’t have an account, please email us at FCDeans@fcps.edu. We are happy to provide updates on your student's progress directly. Mrs. Dotel can also help set up your ParentVUE account. Please make sure to make an appointment with her, as it takes some time to set it up.
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After-School Support: Our after-school program is available to help students get back on track with academics and attendance. This resource will remain open through May 21st. We, the deans, are here every Wednesday and Thursday from 3:00-4:30 pm. Transportation is available on Wednesday, but on Thursday, the student needs to provide his/her own transportation.
Together we can ensure the success of our Jaguars!
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 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. Get more information on Boarddocs. View the updated complete school year calendar.
The last day of school for the current school year — Wednesday, June 17, 2026 — has not changed.
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.
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.
Falls Church Pyramid Art Show
When: April 22, 5:00-7:00 pm
Where: Falls Church HS Main Gym, Door 13
FCHS Band Aides Fundraiser
May "the 4th" be with you! Join us in celebrating and supporting our incredible Falls Church High School Band program!
- Where? El Tío Tex-Mex Grill | 7630 Route 29, Falls Church, VA 22042
- When? Monday, May 4th, 2026, from 3:00 pm to closing
- Why? 10% of ALL SALES from 3:00 pm to closing support the FCHS Band program! Our sincere thanks to El Tío!
Please mark your calendars and pass the word along to family, friends, and community members. Thank you for your support!
From the Spotlight Theatre Company
Falls Church Spotlight Theatre invites you to come see our spring production ROSENCRANTZ AND GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD by Tom Stoppard.
Performances are April 24th & 25th at 7:00 PM and April 25th and 26th at 3:00 PM.
Tickets can be found at https://tinyurl.com/FCTheatreTickets
Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead is a postmodern tragicomedy by Tom Stoppard that reimagines Hamlet from the perspective of its two minor, but very doomed characters. The play explores existential themes, the idea of fate, and the absurdity of existence as the duo tries to understand their purpose while navigating a plot they cannot control.
Prom 2026!
The countdown is on for Prom on May 9th. We hope your Jaguar can attend. Please contact Assistant Principal Bianca Aiello (baaiello@fcps.edu) if you have any questions.
When: May 9th, 8:00-11:00pm
Where: The Garden Alexandria
Tickets: $75 until May 4th (only 200 tickets)
Click HERE for tickets.
 
Explore Life After High School
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.
Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost
Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors’ services at no cost, including weekly live online classes; on-demand 24/7 chat tutoring; essay editing; and study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests. Learn more about online tutoring with Varsity Tutors.
No-Cost Mental Health Teletherapy for All High School Students
Is your student experiencing anxiety, behavior changes, or challenges with peer and family relationships? If so, you may refer your child for weekly therapy with a licensed therapist through Hazel Health. Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for information on this service.
Student Bus Passes Offer Free Transportation
All Fairfax County middle and high school students can get a Student Bus Pass SmarTrip card to ride the Fairfax Connector and Fairfax CUE buses for free! With the pass, fares are free from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week, all year. Learn more about the Student Pass and access the application, which can be returned to the front office.
Additionally, our students can ride Metrobus for free. Visit the Fairfax County website for details and approved Metrobus routes and to access the application.
Children 12 and younger ride for free on the Fairfax Connector with a paying adult.
Bus Discount Program for Adults
Fairfax Connector’s Transit Ridership Incentive Program (TRIP) provides 50% off fares for low-income residents ages 18-65. Learn more about the TRIP program and how to apply.
PTSA Particulars
The Falls Church HS PTSA supports the entire FCHS community and encourages everyone to be involved. Visit our website to learn more.
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Become a member today
- Join our active private Facebook group
- Read the weekly JagMail emails we send using FCPS News You Choose
- Become a Red Bag Donor to support our food pantry work
Questions or ideas? Please reach out.
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FCPS Cares
Do you know a Falls Church HS or FCPS employee who does ordinary things in an extraordinary way or goes beyond what is expected? If so, then click here to share with everyone.
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