IMPORTANT INFO. & EVENTS
Student Parking Enforcement Message
Parking enforcement will resume starting this week. All students who park in a numbered asphalt spot must be in the correct spot with their hangtags facing outwards. Students with gravel lot parking passes need to have their hangtags visible. Parents, please remind your students of these expectations. If there is a car in their spot they should park in the gravel lot or a visitor spot and immediately let security know there is a car in their spot. They should not park in another student’s open spot. Cars that are parked in the wrong spots or lack hangtags will receive the following progressive consequences:
- 1st violation: A warning notice that will be left on the car window
- 2nd violation: A $25 fine
- 3rd and subsequent violations: A $50 fine. Cars that repeatedly violate parking expectations may be subjected to booting.
IMPORTANT UPDATE FROM THE TOWN OF VIENNA
The Town of Vienna Parks and Recreation needs our help keeping community spaces safe and clean! Please note that e-bikes and e-scooters are strictly prohibited on all athletic fields, including Waters Field. Additionally, Waters Field is NOT permitted as an after-school hangout spot for students.
Recent misuse has led to safety hazards, litter, and turf damage, prompting local officials and police to increase preventive measures and lock field gates. We ask parents to discuss these rules with their students to help preserve these spaces for scheduled athletic use. Thank you for your support in keeping our community grounds safe!
🍎 Lunch Program Reminder!
A friendly reminder: Families must apply for Free/Reduced-Price Lunch every school year. Applications for the 2026–2027 school year must be submitted by October 1, 2026. Please take a few minutes to complete your application ASAP!
Need a little help with the application? No worries—we’re happy to help! Please come to the Main Office through Door 1 during school hours, and Mrs. Cunningham will be glad to assist you with completing the application.
Free Food & Personal Care Bags for Families
We’re happy to offer free bags of nonperishable food items and personal hygiene supplies for families who could use a little extra support.
Families are welcome to stop by the Main Office through Door 1 to pick up a bag. There’s no need to hesitate—we’re here to support our school community!
Picture Day and Yearbook Updates for Families
Underclassmen Portraits
- Picture Retakes: Scheduled for Friday, October 16.
- Images Available: Approximately two-three weeks after picture day.
Yearbook Pre-Orders (Lowest Price of the Year)
- Price Increase: Bumps to $75 starting September 19
- Action: Order early to lock in the lower rate.
STUDENT SERVICES & TESTING
PSAT/NMSQT, October 7
All 10th and 11th grade students will automatically be registered to take the PSAT/NMSQT on October 7. FCPS will cover the cost.
More information about October 7th will be available in the coming weeks. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Frate at jlfrate@fcps.edu
Pass / Fail Deadline - Wednesday September 23
With parent/guardian approval, high school students are given the option of taking one elective credit per school year to be marked on a pass-fail basis. This may be applied to required physical education credits, world language credits, economics and personal finance, to credits other than those required for English, social studies, mathematics, and laboratory science. Students should discuss options with their teacher and school counselor. The form can be found here.
World Language Credit by Exam (WLCBE): Registration Coming Soon!
The WLCBE assesses language proficiency in languages other than English for students in grades 7-12. This optional exam may be used to award credits towards graduation, determine course placement for language courses offered in FCPS, and fulfill the world language requirements for the Virginia Seal of Biliteracy.
Students who wish to take the exam should be able to proficiently understand and communicate in the testing language, and will be asked to listen, read, speak, and write/type or, for American Sign Language, sign/interpret.
If you would like for your student to participate in the WLCBE this fall, please complete this form and submit it to your student’s counselor. Registration is open from September 8 to October 16. LATE REGISTRATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
College Visits This Week (for Juniors and Seniors): These approximately 30-minute sessions give students the opportunity to learn more about colleges, ask questions, and connect with admission representatives. Students must ask their teacher for permission at least 24 hours in advance of a visit, attendance is at the teacher’s discretion. Students are responsible for missed assignments. Upcoming visits:
Naviance:
9/23: Bowdoin C, Towson U, Ithaca C
9/25: U of Tampa, C of Charleston, Marist U, Dartmouth C, U of Wisconsin-Madison, Louisiana State U, Colgate U, U of British Columbia
9/28: Dickinson C
9/29: Roanoke C, U of Alabama, DePauw U
Military Recruiters: Each branch of the military may schedule up to one visit per month at Madison HS in the cafeteria during lunches. FCPS Military Recruiter Guidelines are available here. The calendar for military recruiter visits is available here.
FCPS Weekly Enrichment Opportunities and Scholarships
ATHLETICS & ACTIVITIES
Football Game Safety and Security UpdateAs we prepare for another exciting fall sports season, FCPS is implementing additional safety and security measures at all varsity football games.
Beginning this season, all spectators will participate in security screenings using the same weapons detection technology introduced in our middle and high schools last school year. A standardized bag policy will also be in place to help ensure a safe, efficient entry process for everyone attending our games.
These enhancements are designed to support a safe and welcoming environment while allowing families, students, and community members to enjoy Friday night football. We encourage attendees to arrive a little earlier than usual to allow time for screening. Get more information about weapons screening at football games.
Logistics:
- There will be 2 entrances set up for "weapon detection" and "bag check." 1 will be just past the Booster pass gate close to the baseball field and 1 will be located near the rock.
- All fans/spectators MUST enter through these screening stations before heading to the ticket gate.
- Please note expectations related to bags and items being brought into the event and plan ahead.
Tickets:
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Booster Passes: entrance will remain at the Pass gate between the baseball field and main gate. Members will be asked to verify their last name when entering Varsity Football games. **Fastest entrance opportunity for Madison families
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Warhawk Athletic Student Pass: Electronic ticket for ALL regular season HOME events for Current Madison Students ONLY **Fastest entrance opportunity for Madison students
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Online Sales: Adult tickets ($7) will be available at 8am the morning of the game and student tickets ($5) will be available at 3pm the day of the game. **Next fastest entrance opportunity for adults
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Cash & Credit sales at the Gate: We will sell tickets at the gate. Cash and CC (swipe ONLY) options are available **NO ApplePay, Venmo, etc e-payment methods
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Entrance into the game will be CLOSED at the start of the 4th quarter. This is a hard stop due to demands of personnel working the weapons detection/bag check systems.
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
2026-207 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
FCPS DIVISION MESSAGES
Superintendent Community Conversations
Join us for a series of Community Conversations that will be held across the school division. Share your thoughts with Dr. Reid and ask her questions. Click on the date to register for any of the following events:
Registration is not required, but it helps with planning.
Our Focus on Academic Growth and Excellence
The FCPS 2023-30 Strategic Plan sets five main goals to create positive change in the division. These goals show where we should focus our attention and will help us align our efforts.
The third goal is for all students to achieve academic growth and excellence. We want our students to have the academic skills to be successful, including reading on level by third grade. See how Goal 3 is being put into practice.
Immunization Events for FCPS Students
FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will be providing school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for all FCPS students, ages 18 and under, with no out-of-pocket costs. Multiple events will take place at designated FCPS locations.
Additional 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.
Virtual Mental Health Services Now Available to Middle School Students
Since 2023, FCPS has partnered with Hazel Health to offer virtual mental health services to FCPS high school students. These services became available to students enrolled in all FCPS middle schools on July 1.
Parents are encouraged to contact Hazel Health directly if they are seeking mental health support for their child, have noticed changes in their child’s mood or behavior, or are having difficulty connecting with a therapist in the community.
To make it easier for families to access services, FCPS has partnered with Hazel Health to streamline the referral process. Parents can visit the Hazel Health in FCPS website to enroll their child in services or visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.
FCPS NEWS/IN CASE YOU MISSED
IT (ICYMI)
FCPS NewsIn case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Military Families Find a Community in FCPS
- Receive FCPS This Week in Other Languages
- Not Feeling Well? When Your Child Can Come to School
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
LOOKING AHEAD
October 12: No School for Students- School planning day
October 18: FCPS College Fair
October 19: FCPS Postsecondary Virtual Night
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