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June 16 - Final Exam for Period 7
June 17 - End of Quarter / Year
June 19 - Juneteenth (Holiday)
Upcoming Events
June 16 - Final Exam for Period 7
The underclassmen final exam for 7th period will take place on Tuesday, June 16th. Please refer to this page on our website for more information on modified final exam bell schedules.
Please note: Grab&Go lunches will be available starting at 11:35 AM and Buses Depart at 11:55 AM.
June 17 - End of Quarter / Year
Wednesday, June 17, is the last day of the 4th quarter and the last day of the school year. See the complete school year calendar. The school day will end at 10:10 AM and busses will depart at 10:20 AM.
Report cards are scheduled to be available to students and parents on the “Documents” tab in SIS ParentVue and StudentVue by June 22, 2026
June 19 - Juneteenth (Holiday)
Friday, June 19, is a holiday for FCPS employees. Schools and offices will be closed.
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.
Staff Spotlight
 Mr. Jones Recognized as the FCPS 2026 Region 2 Outstanding Secondary Teacher
Congratulations to Mr. Sean Jones on his recognition as the FCPS 2026 Region 2 Outstanding Secondary Teacher at this year's FCPS Honors event, held at George Mason University Center for the Arts on June 10th.
Sean is a passionate teacher and FCPS graduate who brings a global perspective to the sciences, fueled by his professional experience teaching abroad in Japan. By prioritizing authentic relationships, Sean creates an inclusive environment where students feel empowered to take intellectual risks and explore the physical world with confidence. He designs engaging, hands-on lessons that transform equations into accessible, real-world applications. Sean aims to instill a lifelong love of discovery and critical thinking, preparing his students to navigate and contribute to an increasingly interconnected world through the universal language of physics. Outside the classroom, he sponsors the Physics Olympiad team and the Red Cross Club, and helped found McLean’s Rocketry Club.
View Mr. Jones' recognition on the FCPS website.
Congratulations to the following McLean High School staff members who were also recognized at this year's FCPS Honors Ceremony!
Outstanding Secondary School New Teacher School-Level Recipient
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Jennifer Halvaksz - Biology Teacher
Outstanding School-Based Operational Employee School-Level Recipient
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Janea Weber - Administrative Assistant I
Outstanding School-Based Leader
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Ashley Lowry - Assistant Principal
Outstanding Professional Employee
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Elly Donlen - Assessment Coach
Thank you to Jeremy Hays for all of their hard work with the nomination process by serving as this year's awards liaison.
End of Year Information
End of the Year Schedule
As we end the year, we want to ensure that families are aware of the changes in our bell schedule. All end of year bell schedules can be located here.
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Last Underclassmen Final Exam & Bell Schedule
The underclassmen final exam for 7th period will take place on Wednesday, June 16th.
- 7th Period - Tuesday, June 16
Please refer to this page on our website for more information on modified final exam bell schedules. Please note: Grab&Go lunches will be available starting at 11:35 AM and Buses Depart at 11:55 AM.
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End of School Year Medication Pick-Up
As the end of our school year approaches, we 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)
Looking Ahead: Updated FCPS Cellphone Policy Starts July 1
No Phones or Devices During Lunch for High School Students.
Under a new Virginia cellphone law (SB108) and the updated FCPS Cellphone Policy, high school students at FCPS will no longer be able to use cellphones and other smart devices during lunch time, starting July 1. This includes watches that serve a dual purpose, such as smart watches, as well as earbuds, headsets, smart glasses, and other items connected to the internet.
During the school day, including during lunch time, high school students will have to keep cellphones and other smart devices off and stored in a locker, backpack, pouch, purse, etc. This policy does not apply to school-issued devices. Visit the FCPS Cellphone Policy webpage for more information.
Student Services
End of Year Transcript Requests
College transcript requests for Seniors: On Thursday, June 3 during our first mandatory graduation rehearsal, seniors completed the FCPS Senior Survey. In this survey, seniors request their final transcript for colleges. Official senior transcripts will be available as early as June 11. All requests for paper copies of official senior transcripts will be processed in the order they are received.
Transcript requests for Underclassmen: Requests for official transcripts for students in grades 9 through 11 will be ready as early as June 22 after final grades have been processed. All requests are processed in the order they are received.
Support your Child's Success in SIS ParentVUE
Signing up for a SIS ParentVUE account helps you to support your child’s academic success! Caregivers can view important information like attendance, grades, progress reports, and assessment scores through ParentVUE.
Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. It is available online and as a mobile app for Apple and Android devices.
Need help creating a SIS ParentVue account? This video walks through the steps. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE.
If you already have an account, be sure your contact information is up to date. Parents/guardians can update their phone numbers or email addresses in the Parent/Guardian section. View additional details about ParentVUE.
Activate Your ParentVUE Account to Stay Connected
On Wednesday, July 29, FCPS families who haven't activated their ParentVUE account will receive an email with the subject “Fairfax County Public Schools ParentVUE Activation Letter.”
The email will include instructions to activate a ParentVUE account. If you don’t have an account and don’t receive the email, please check your spam folder or open a Parent Support Request.
All families are encouraged to activate their accounts as soon as possible to ensure they receive immediate access to important student information and school communications.
For assistance activating your account, please contact our front office. For technical support, create a Parent Support Request.
 FCPS This Week
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Celebrating Graduates
- Early Release Days for Next Year
- SAT School Day Accommodations
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Testing Information
Student Testing Results Coming Soon
Through June, you will receive your child’s spring assessment results. If you aren’t sure what assessments your child took this year, you can view a list of tests by grade level on the FCPS website.
Most scores are available in SIS ParentVUE. Visit FCPS’ website for additional information about how test results are reported to families.
Websites for each test provide report translations and help with understanding test results. Please contact our front office with any testing questions or for additional information about how our school and teachers use test results to support student success.
SAT School Day and PSAT/NMSQT 2026
SAT School Day and PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT) exams will be held at each high school, including ours, on Wednesday, October 7, at no cost to families. The digital SAT School Day exam is offered to 12th grade students, and the digital PSAT/NMSQT exam is provided to 10th and 11th grade students.
Accommodations for Students with Disabilities and Multilingual Learner Supports
Because these exams are operated by the College Board, students do not automatically receive testing accommodations or multilingual learner (ML) supports. If you have a student with disabilities entering 10th, 11th, or 12th grade, please review the accommodations request process and return forms to our school by Monday, August 3, to request new or updated College Board testing accommodations.
If you have a multilingual learner (ML) entering 10th, 11th, or 12th grade, please review the ML support request process and return forms by Thursday, August 27, if you wish to request ML supports for the October 2026 PSAT/NMSQT or SAT School Day. Find out more about SAT and PSAT assessments in FCPS.
For questions about the College Board accommodations and supports request process, please contact Rob Bouchard (rabouchard1@fcps.edu) for students with IEPs and Bethany Davis (bsdavis@fcps.edu) for students with 504s and multilingual learners.
McLean PTSA
McLean High School PTSA Information
Here are some quick links:
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.
Summer Learning Resources for Families
Instructional Services is supporting student learning over the summer. Digital and print resources are being curated on the Summer Learning Resources webpage for students and families to review and practice previously taught content throughout the summer months.
Resources are organized by grade level and aligned to the learning students experienced during the school year. Families can access the materials at any time to review concepts, practice skills, or explore new ideas at home. Additional resources will continue to be added throughout June.
Schools are requested to share the Summer Learning Resources webpage with families on their school website and newsletter as a resource to support summer learning and engagement.
Scroll Smart. Post Smart. Stay Safe.
The Fairfax County Police Department encourages teens and parents to stay informed, have open conversations about digital safety, and practice smart online habits throughout the summer months. Read recommendations to stay safe online this summer.
How to Talk With Your Teens So They Won't Skip What You Say
Strong communication is key to supporting your student's mental health. FCPS provides guidance on how to have short, impactful conversations with your teen about difficult subjects such as fentanyl and overdoses.
Learn more about how to have conversations with your child in a way that will make you unskippable.
Summer Meals for Students
Starting Monday, June 22, no-cost meals will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis at the sites and times listed on the FCPS Summer Food Service Program webpage. Students must remain on-site while eating their meals.
This year, thanks to generous support from Educate Fairfax, families may also receive one no-cost breakfast and lunch per adult at the following elementary schools: Braddock, Dogwood, Glen Forest, Hutchison, Hybla Valley, and London Towne.
Summer sites will continue to be added, so check the Summer Food webpage regularly for updates.
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
FCPS Cares
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