IMPORTANT INFO. & EVENTS
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.
STUDENT SERVICES & TESTING
AP Testing - We Need Your Help!
AP testing will take place May 4- 8 and 11-15 during both morning (8:00am to 12:00pm) and afternoon (12:00pm to 3:30pm) blocks. Review the testing schedule and available volunteer slots on our Sign Up here (Note: Parents/guardians cannot proctor a test that their student is taking.)
What do you do? Support the main proctor (a counselor) with administering an AP exam, to include helping to pass out test materials, escort students to the restroom, and maintain test security (monitor students by walking around the room). The Main Proctor (counselor) reads the directions to the students and will help guide you in the whole process. There will be down time while students are actively working on their tests, so you can bring a book, personal device to occupy yourself if you like.
Schedule change request window
Dates: April 22nd (8:00am) to April 29th (3:00pm)
Students will have a one-week window to request any adjustments in their course selections for the school year 2026-2027. This is not a first-come, first served situation. All requests will be given equal consideration during this one week window. No decisions will be made until after the request window has closed. Decisions will be made based on space availability.
Students will have access to the request form posted in Schoology beginning April 22. Students are expected to discuss any level changes with their current teacher.
Changes will be made (if possible) by May 15th and viewable in StudentVUE.
Things to note:
- Students cannot add a DE course (deadline past)
- Students cannot add an academy course (deadline past)
- Students MAY add online campus class
NOVA visit (at Madison) for seniors: Wednesday, April 29 at 10:18am in Room 103U, and is the last NOVA visit to Madison this year for seniors to get help with anything NOVA related.
NOVA Summer College Prep and Virtual Internship Program, a 6-week, no-cost program designed to help rising high school juniors and seniors prepare for college while also gaining meaningful professional experience. Visit this website for all the details!
School-based and local scholarships for seniors: Great opportunities for ALL post-secondary plans (four-year college, two-year college, skilled trades)
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.
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
2026 Junior/Senior Prom “A Night on the Coast” - May 2, 2026 @ the State Theatre, 8-11pm
Tickets ($50) for the 2026 Junior/Senior Prom go on sale starting Friday April 24th (online). Online tickets will be available for purchase until Saturday, May 2nd @ 3pm. Click HERE to purchase tickets online. Online tickets will be emailed directly to the purchaser and should be shown at the door for entry. Online tickets will be the fastest method for entry into the venue. Tickets will also be sold in all lunches starting Monday April 27th-Friday May 1st and will be accepting Cash and Credit Card (no Apple Pay or tap payments accepted). Tickets purchased during lunches can be claimed once attendee checks in at the venue. **NO TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AT THE DOOR.**
Important Notes:
- All attendees must provide proof of student ID when entering, this includes Guests from other schools.
- Guests from other schools must provide a completed Guest Form, HERE, at the door along with a student ID and MUST enter with the Madison student who invited them. **MAX 2 Guest per Madison student**
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NO OUTSIDE BAGS are permitted in the venue. This is a State Theatre policy. Please plan accordingly.
- Once you leave the venue, you will not be permitted to re-enter.
- All attendees MUST enter by 10:30pm.
- Please coordinate transportation logistics and communications ahead of time to ensure a smooth arrival and pick up.
LOOKING AHEAD
May 2: Prom @ the State Theater in Falls Church
May 4-15: AP Exams
May 18- June 2: Senior WINGS Experience
FCPS DIVISION MESSAGES
Required Immunizations for Rising 7th and Rising 12th Graders
The following immunizations are required for students entering 7th and 12th grade each school year.
All students entering 7th grade are required to receive one dose of each of the following immunizations prior to the beginning of school: Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis booster (Tdap), Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY), and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.
- To meet the Tdap requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 7 or older.
- To meet the MenACWY requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 10 or older.
- To meet the HPV requirement, the vaccination should be given between the ages of 11 to 12 or as early as 9 years old.
- As a parent/guardian, you may decide that your child will not receive the HPV vaccination. The school does not require documentation if a parent/guardian elects for their student not to receive the HPV vaccination.
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 StudentsFCPS, 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.
FCPS NEWS/IN CASE YOU MISSED IT (ICYMI)
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.
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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