April 29 - Parent U for Parents of Juniors: College Essay Support

April 30 to May 3 - Theatre McLean's Production of Clue!

May 11 - PSTD Night: Partners in Safe Teen Driving Presentation

Upcoming Events

April 29 - Parent U for Parents of Juniors: College Essay Support

On Wednesday, April 29 at 8:30 AM in the MHS Auditorium we will be hosting a special Parent U event featuring guest speaker Eric Tapler to help you support your junior through the college essay process. Eric Tapler, author of Write Yourself In, has over 20 years of experience helping students achieve their college dream. He is a member of the National Association for College Admission Counseling and holds degrees from Harvard and Yale.

April 30 to May 3 - Theatre McLeans Production of Clue! It’s a dark and stormy night, and our cast of oddball characters has been invited to a very unusual dinner party. Each of the guests has an alias, the butler offers a variety of weapons, and the host is, well, dead. So whodunit? Join the iconic oddballs known as Scarlet, Plum, White, Green, Peacock and Mustard as they race to find the murderer in Boddy Manor before its too late! Based on the cult classic film and the popular board game, Clue! is a madcap comedy that will keep you guessing until the final twist. Join us in the MHS auditorium at one of the following show times: Thursday, April 30 at 7:00 PM Friday, May 1 at 7:00 PM Saturday, May 2 at 2:00 PM Saturday, May 2 at 7:00 PM Sunday May 3 at 2:00 PM Tickets are available here: https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/15599/mclean-high-school-theatre

May 11 - PSTD Night: Partners in Safe Teen Driving Presentation

All seminars will be held in-person from 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM in the Auditorium. Please arrive early. Doors will close promptly at 6:30 PM. Attendees who arrive late will not be allowed entry and will not earn credit for attending.

The 90-minute PSTD presentation will be offered once per quarter throughout the school year. McLean High School's date for the fourth quarteris below.

May 11, 2026

Important: Students who successfully complete their classroom driver education quarter but have not satisfied the PSTD requirement will have earned an incomplete for the class grade until the requirement is met.

Student Achievement

Do you know a student, club, or team that has done something amazing? We want to hear about it! We're looking for accomplishments big or small to feature on the school website and in our weekly newsletter. Whether it's an academic achievement, an athletic victory, a creative project, or an act of community service, we want to shine a spotlight on the incredible things happening at McLean. Please fill out our Google Form to submit an accomplishment. To see a full list of student accomplishments, check out the Student Recognitions page on the McLean website.

McLean Students Place in National French Contest Level 4

The American Association of Teachers of French have awarded 5 McLean High School French language students with the following awards:

• MENTION HONORABLE: Fernando M'Bachi
• MENTION HONORABLE: Marie Christofferson
• MENTION HONORABLE: Prisha Gupta
• LAURÉAT NATIONAL médaille de bronze: Annamaria Davoli
• LAURÉAT NATIONAL médaille d'argent: Sofia Falsone

Go Highlanders!

Class of 2026

We Want to Hear Your Stories!

We are nearing graduation, and we want to highlight our students' journeys. We know that no two educational journeys are the same. Whether our students are heading straight into the workforce, enlisting in the military, or pursuing a degree at a four-year university, each student has navigated a unique path to reach this milestone.

We are looking for seniors to share their stories and the moments that shaped them. If you're interested in being featured on our Senior Stories page, fill out this Google Form.

Staff Spotlight

America's Favorite Teacher Competition Semi Finalists Voting Round

Our amazing science-professional turned teacher, Julia Murdock, has entered the semi-finalists round of America’s Favorite Teacher contest! If she wins, our school could host an assembly with Bill Nye the Science Guy!

Ms. Murdock wants to ensure all students have the chance to study coral reefs and the ocean firsthand. Voting for Semi-Finalists ends Thursday May 7th at 10 PM EDT.

✅ Vote Daily (It's FREE!): https://americasfavteacher.org/2026/julia-murdock

Wednesday Workshop

Every Wednesday from 3-4:30pm we invite interested students to attend Wednesday Workshop to receive support in the core content areas, homework completion, and executive functioning (planning & organization).

Wednesday Workshop typically takes place in the library and transportation is provided home from the school via school bus. Buses depart at 4:45 PM. Any questions? Please reach out to Ms. Ashley Lowry (aclowry@fcps.edu).

Testing Information

💻FCPS Issued Chromebook for Testing

As we get closer to the spring testing window, all students should be bringing their FCPS issued Chromebook to school daily in preparation for testing. All SOL and AP tests must be completed on the FCPS issued Chromebook. Students should visit the Tech Center if their device is in need of repair or if they cannot access the TestNav or Bluebook apps in kiosk mode.

AP Testing

AP Testing will take place between May 4-22. Students should arrive at their testing locations by 7:45am for morning AP exams, and by 11:45am for afternoon AP exams. Students must arrange a ride home from school as most afternoon AP exams will conclude between 3:30-4:30PM.

Materials for Paper/Pencil Exams: (French, German, Music Theory, Spanish Language)

• Two #2 pencils and black/dark blue pen
• FCPS Chromebook

Materials for Digital Exams: (African American Studies, Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, Chinese Language, Comparative Government, Computer Science A, Computer Science Principles, English Language, English Literature, Environmental 1 Science, Human Geography, Latin, Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Physics 1, Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism, Physics C: Mechanics, Precalculus, Psychology, Seminar, Statistics, United States Government, United States History, World History)

• Fully charged FCPS Chromebook and charger
• College Board login credentials to access Bluebook
• Two #2 pencils (with erasers) and two black or dark blue pens

• Calculator (Optional): All students will have access to the Desmos online calculator if taking the APES, Biology, Calculus, Chemistry, Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Physics, Precalculus, and/or Statistics exams. If you choose to bring a handheld calculator, it must be a College Board approval model with fresh batteries (sharing calculators isn’t permitted).

McLean HS SOL Schedule

The main SOL testing dates are below. It is important that your student attend school on these days and get a good night’s rest and eat breakfast before testing. If your student has an unavoidable conflict that could result in missing a testing day, they will be moved to a makeup date. The Virginia Department of Education requires high school students enrolled in an SOL course to take the EOC test if the student needs a verified credit for graduation or if the student has not yet met federal testing requirements (1 Math, 1 Reading, and 1 Biology SOL attempt taken during grades 9-12). Students who have met the testing requirements for graduation and federal accountability do not test. If you have questions about SOL testing, please contact your student’s school counselor. There is no early release or late arrival for students taking SOLs.

• April 24: Reading 
• May 18: Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Chemistry, and Earth Science
• May 19: Biology
• May 20: Geometry
• May 21: Social Studies
• June 1-5: SOL Retakes

Student Services

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener Results Now Available

Students in grades 3-12 took the SEL Screener during the month of March, providing information on their SEL skills like achieving goals, understanding and managing emotions, establishing and maintaining relationships, and making responsible decisions. The screener also asks students how well their school community makes them feel valued, included, and supported.

Individual student SEL Screener results are now available to families in the Documents section of SIS ParentVUE. For families who do not have an active ParentVUE account, reports were sent home by mail.

For support in understanding your individual student’s results or for ideas on how to support them at home, please review the Family Guide or reach out to your student's school counselor with any questions.

Seniors! Deadline to enter service learning in X2Vol is May 1

May 1 is the deadline for seniors to enter service learning experiences into x2Vol. This information was noted in the Senior Pre-Grad Survey and sent out to seniors via Schoology. Students are not required to complete service learning to meet graduation requirements. However, students who complete 40 or more service hours while in high school qualify to wear a FCPS Service Learning Cord at graduation. Additionally, some honor societies and diploma seals require service learning opportunities to be documented. Reach out to your student's school counselor with any questions.

Seniors! Pre-Grad Survey

All Seniors have been asked to complete the Pre Grad Survey between now and May 1st. This very short survey has been sent to seniors via email and will ensure we are recognizing seniors during our graduation programs. If you are the parent of a senior, please remind your student to complete the survey as soon as possible!

Additionally, seniors will complete the FCPS Senior Survey during our first mandatory graduation practice on June 4th. In this final survey your student will confirm their post McLean HS plans and tell us where to send their final transcript.

Parent Volunteers Needed

Parents/Guardians! We are looking for your assistance to support morning duties during our AP exam season (May 4-May 22). To ensure all necessary school staff are available to support the implementation of morning AP exams, we are requesting assistance from parents/guardians to support our morning school routines from 7:30-8:10. More information and the survey to respond can be found HERE.

If you have questions on this commitment, please contact Jenna Jablonski (jmjablonski@fcps.edu), our Director of Student Services. 

FCPS This Week

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• Student Awards and Recognitions
• Military Child of the Year Finalist
• Required Immunizations Reminder

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.  

McLean PTSA

McLean High School PTSA Information

Here are some quick links:

• Visit our WEBSITE and subscribe to eNews
• Join our PTSA 
• Make a Donation and check if your company offers Corporate Matching
• Find McLean PTSA on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram

PTSA Leadership Opportunities: 2026-2027 Nominations & Executive Committees

The Mclean HS PTSA is looking for volunteers to serve on the McLean HS PTSA Nominations Committee and the Executive Committee. If you are interested in participating in the nomination of the new slate of officers for 2026-2027, please email President@mcleanptsa.org.

Below is the full slate of officer roles to be filled for the 2026-2027 school year:

• President - Provides oversight to the PTSA organization and collaborates with the school and parent community; ex-officio member of all committees.
• VP of Programs – Provides oversight and guidance for all programs; collaborates with committees and school administration & staff to execute their goals.
• VP of Fundraising - Responsible for annual fundraising strategy and membership for the PTSA.
• VP of Communications & Outreach - Provides a unified communications strategy across various channels of e-News, Givebacks, website, and social media.
• Secretary - Responsible for maintaining records for the Executive Committee, Executive Board and General Membership Meetings. Assists with parliamentary procedures.
• Treasurer - Responsible for preparing budget, monthly and annual financial reports, filing taxes, and collaborating with committees on disbursements. The ideal candidate should have nonprofit financial management experience.

Please email President@mcleanptsa.org if you have interest or questions. We also appreciate your spreading the word and sending us referrals. Thank you in advance for giving our children, teachers, and community the gift of your time.

For more information about Mclean HS PTSA and Virginia PTA, please use the links below:

• https://mcleanptsa.org/
• https://vapta.org/

Class of 2026 All Night Graduation Party

Explore Ways to Support

Greetings families!! We are actively preparing for the Class of 2026 All Night Graduation Party (ANGP) which will be held on June 9, 2026. The ANGP provides a safe, alcohol-free and drug-free evening for our Seniors to celebrate after their high school graduation. Every year our students look forward to the ANGP, which is an amazing, fun-filled event where they can spend one last time making memories with their classmates and enjoy a variety of entertainment, games, great food, prizes, and much more. We make this happen each year with the support of students, families, and the McLean community. 

Questions? Contact the committee at angp@mcleanptsa.org.

ANGP Tickets

ANGP tickets are now available. Price: $100. Ticket prices will increase as of April 11, 2026. The page also provides an opportunity to sponsor a ticket for a graduate in need.

Yard Signs

Class of 2026 yard signs are now available. This year we are offering two types of signs: 

1.    Decision signs that will allow you to celebrate your Senior's college/university/military decision and 

2.    Graduation signs to celebrate your Senior upon graduation in June. 

The signs range in price from $30 to $40 based on the type of sign. See the link below to purchase and for additional details. 

The signs are available for purchase through May 1, 2026. 

Click here to purchase your yard signs

Donation/Fundraising Opportunities

We are actively preparing to create a fun event for Class of 2026 ANGP. We are in need of your support through monetary donations as well as prizes, gift cards, and other donations. See below for ways to support: 

Click here to make monetary donations

Click here for the sign-up genius for prize/gift card donations

Click here for the sign-up genius for event donations

****Fundraiser Raffle and Auction Information Coming Soon****

Volunteer Opportunities

We are still in need of volunteers to assist with the Class of 2026 ANGP (June 9, 2026). Volunteers are needed to assist with planning and event day tasks, including set up, monitoring the activities, and other tasks. For questions about the various roles, please contact the committee at angp@mcleanptsa.org. Also, see the link below to sign up for event day tasks.

Click here for the sign-up genius for ANGP volunteers

Register for Volunteer FCPS Your time supports our students in powerful ways. Help us maintain a secure and supportive learning environment for every student in our care. Volunteer FCPS ensures a safe, consistent, and welcoming environment at all of our schools. All volunteers must be registered in Volunteer FCPS. This includes individuals who volunteer to chaperone on field trips, work at book fairs, and help out regularly in classrooms, libraries, or cafeterias. Visit the Volunteer FCPS website to complete a volunteer orientation. View Frequently Asked Questions to learn more about the volunteer levels.

Weekly Reminders

McLean HS Tech Support for Students 🖥️

If you are experiencing issues with your FCPS issued laptop, please use the Tech Support Request Form to enter your information. The tech support team will then get back to you as soon as possible.

Required Immunizations for Rising 12th Graders

The following immunizations are required for students entering 12th grade each school year. 

All students entering 12th grade are to receive two doses of the Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) prior to the beginning of school. To meet the MenACWY 12th grade requirement, one dose must be administered at age 16 or older. 

Parents and guardians are encouraged to plan ahead by scheduling an appointment with your child’s health care provider now to avoid the rush this summer. Please consider getting your child’s immunizations early so that they can attend school in the fall. Summer is a busy time for families and healthcare providers. As long as your child meets the age requirements listed above, they can be immunized at any time.

Immunization Events for FCPS Students

FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will provide school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for all FCPS students at no out-of-pocket cost. Multiple events will take place at designated FCPS locations. 

Dates will be made available throughout the school year. Parents or guardians may view upcoming events and schedule an appointment for their student. Participation is voluntary. Additional immunization resources are also available. 

End of School Year Medication Pick-Up

As the end of our school year approaches, I would like to remind you that all medications kept in the Health Room must be picked up by the end of the school year. Per FCPS regulations, any medications that remain in the Health Room after close of business on the last day of school must be destroyed.

For SENIORS: Seniors who have medications may keep them in the Health Room until after graduation activities are complete. All medication for seniors must be picked up by Monday, June 8th.

For ALL OTHER STUDENTS: The last day of classes is June 17th.

Prescription Medications (Epi-pens, Inhalers, ADHD, etc.): Must be picked up by a parent. Please sign in at the main office. PLEASE NOTE: if a student self-carries their epi-pen or inhaler and keeps one in the health room, the student may pick it up.

Over-the-counter Medication: Students may pick up these medications and take them home with written permission from parent. They may be picked up at the end of the day between 2:45-3:00pm any time before the end of the year.

All medications must be picked up by 10:30 am, June 17th.

Please contact School Health Aide, Julie Gamboa, with any questions. (jgamboa@fcps.edu)

Nominations Open for the Bussey Memorial Equity Award

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award. This award recognizes an employee, student, or community member who has demonstrated significant and impactful efforts to improve the educational experiences and outcomes of students from groups who are marginalized or underserved.

Any staff, student, or community member can nominate an individual for the award. All nomination materials must be submitted by Monday, May 18.  

The Minority Student Achievement Oversight Committee (MSAOC) sponsors this award to honor the legacy of Dr. Bussey, a founding member of the MSAOC and a longtime advocate for students and families. 

Full details and the nomination information form can be found at the Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award webpage.

Our Office of the Ombuds Is at Your Service!

Ombuds staff engage with FCPS staff, families, and students to offer resources and improve the experience of each and every member of the FCPS community. They work as an independent confidential resource to help get answers to questions, resolve concerns, and hear complaints regarding FCPS matters.  

Ombuds staff do not make or change decisions, policies, or regulations. They do not take sides, and they do not provide legal advice.

Anyone with concerns, questions, or complaints to share with the Office of the Ombuds may call 571-423-4014, email ombuds@fcps.edu, or visit their webpage, where you may submit a question.

FCPS Family Cafe: Introduction to Career Pathways for Students

Join Family and School Partnerships to explore career pathways, academies, and the wide range of courses and certifications available in FCPS. 

This virtual workshop will be held on Wednesday, May 13, at 6:30 p.m. and will highlight the various career and technical education courses available to middle and high school students in FCPS. Currently, there are more than 160 Career and Technical Education (CTE) course options available to students. Many CTE programs include industry credentials, work-based learning, and career and technical student organizations, allowing students to develop the skills needed to be successful in future education, training, and careers. 

Register in advance for Career Pathways to receive the Zoom link. Email FamilyEngagement@fcps.edu for more information or call 703-204-4300. 

Social-Emotional Support

Mental Health and Wellness Support Services and Resources

McLean’s Clinical Staff are available to consult with parents and students regarding mental health related concerns and behaviors. They are also able to provide community resources as needed. Please see their contact information below:

Carol Ann Forrest, School Psychologist, CMForrest@fcps.edu

Beverly Parker-Lewis, School Psychologist, baparkerlewi@fcps.edu

Marly Jerome-Featherson, School Social Worker, mjeromefeath@fcps.edu

For more Mental Health and Wellness Information, please check out these Student Wellness Resources, FCPS’s Healthy Minds Blog and the FCPS’s Parent Resource Center.

Emergency Resources

Crisis Link Regional Hotline            703-527-4077

Crisis Text                                       Text NEEDHELP to 85511

Dominion Hospital Emergency       703-536-2000

INOVA Emergency                         703-289-7560

Merrifield Center Emergency         703-573-5979  TTY dial 711

Life Threatening                             911

Quick Links

Bell Schedule and Red/Silver Calendar

McLean High School Website

Student Parking Information

FCPS School Year Calendar

Student Information System (SIS)

FCPS Cares

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