IMPORTANT INFO. & EVENTS
Discover Exciting Summer Learning Activities and IdeasJoin Fairfax County Public Schools for a free, family-friendly community celebration filled with hands-on STEM, arts, and creative experiences for students of all ages. This year’s Summer Extravaganza takes place on Saturday, June 6, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at Woodson High School.
Explore summer learning resources and connect with FCPS offices and community partners. Don’t miss the Student Market and a full day of engaging activities designed to spark learning, growth, and inspiration for the whole family.
For more information, visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage.
STUDENT SERVICES & TESTING
AP Exams-Started Today!
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. Mrs. Frate, our assessment coach, sent an email on April 16 & 17, to all ninth through eleventh grade students and the enrolling parent/guardian to inform families about upcoming SOL testing. Only seniors and their families who are scheduled for an SOL received an email. Students will receive their specific test location for each test via email the week of May 11. More information about SOLs can be found on the Madison website.
Students who are not scheduled for an SOL will be assigned to a study hall or have the option to come in after our testing block on May 19 and 20. A prearranged late arrival form for these days can be found here and should be turned into the attendance office by Friday, May 8th.
If you know that your student will be absent on either May 19 and/or 20 and is scheduled for an SOL, please reach out to Mrs. Frate at jlfrate@fcps.edu to schedule a makeup date.
School-based and local scholarships for seniors: Great opportunities for ALL post-secondary plans (four-year college, two-year college, skilled trades)
Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow. We All Belong Here!
In FCPS, we all belong. From the first day of school, to the last day of school, every child matters. If your student is having a hard time finishing the year strong and attending school, please contact a trusted adult at our school — a teacher, counselor, or administrator. Visit FCPS’ website for more attendance resources.
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
Thursday, May 7th- HS Orchestra Concert at 7pm, JMHS Auditorium
LOOKING AHEAD
May 15- 29: Senior Wings Experience
May 19 &20: School wide SOL testing
May 25: Memorial day No School
May 26: Teacher Workday No School
May 27: Holiday No School
FCPS DIVISION MESSAGES
No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as:
- Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss.
- Anxiety, worry, fears.
- Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships.
- Academic stress.
Students can be referred by a guardian or designated school staff member. You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting an FCPS school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services. Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.
Your Child's Mental Wellness Matters: Access Comprehensive Services
Reach out to the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB) for specialized youth mental health services designed to help your child succeed. The CSB has individual and family counseling, psychiatric diagnostic evaluations, medication management, parenting groups, peer support, crisis response, recovery supports that include medication-assisted treatment (MAT), intensive services, and other services.
Contact CSB Entry and Referral to get started by calling 703-383-8500 or emailing csb@fairfaxcounty.gov.
Additional Mental Health Resources
FCPS has resources available to support your child’s mental health. During after-school hours, parents and students who need additional support can use the 988 Lifeline to get free, confidential guidance from trained crisis counselors on how to best help someone experiencing a mental health challenge or crisis. You can call or text the number.
Recent reports have shared an 11% drop in suicides among young people since the rollout of 988. Please note, the hotline is not only for those experiencing suicidal ideation (or thoughts), it is also available for any mental health or substance abuse-related crisis and those with a loved one experiencing those crises or suicidal thoughts.
And as always, if your concern is an emergency, you should call 911.
Family Information Phone Lines
FCPS family information phone lines are available in nine different languages. An FCPS employee will respond to your call in your preferred language within 24 hours, Monday through Friday.
Call the phone line with questions about your child’s education or FCPS, and someone will help connect you to resources or arrange for you to speak to the appropriate school employee. Learn more about family information phone lines.
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:
- Summer Learning
- Mental Health Resources
- Thank You, Bus Drivers and Food Service Workers
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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