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Important Dates:
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10/19-10/23- Digital Citizenship Week
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10/19-10/23- National School Bus Safety Week
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10/26- Underclass Make up Pictures
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10/30- End of First Quarter (2-hour early release)
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11/02-Student Holiday- Teacher Workday
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11/03- Student Holiday- School Planning Day- Election Day
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11/08- Diwali
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11/25-11/27- Holiday- Thanksgiving Break
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06/10/27- 9:00AM- Graduation (Eagle Bank Arena)
SCHS ATTENDANCE INFORMATION 2026-27
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2-Hour Advance Notice Required: All early dismissal requests must be submitted at least two hours in advance. We will no longer process last-minute phone calls or messages for immediate pickup. Please plan appointments accordingly, as requests failing to meet this lead time will not be honored.
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Illness & Clinic Protocol: If a student feels ill, they MUST report to the School Clinic. Students will only be dismissed for medical reasons after being evaluated by the clinic staff and checked out from that location.
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Official Office Check-Out: All students leaving early must physically check out through the Main Office. Any student who leaves campus without following this procedure will be marked with an unexcused absence.
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Attendance Corrections: If a student is marked UNV for a specific period due to lateness or a clerical error, the student must speak with that teacher directly. The teacher will then update the attendance or notify the attendance team. The Attendance Offices will not alter period-specific attendance without teacher verification.
These procedures are in place to ensure student safety and a focused learning environment. We thank you for your cooperation and for helping us maintain an accurate and secure campus.
Report a Full-Day Absence-The fastest way is to use ParentVUE.
Alternative Methods
Message from Dr. Khoshaba
Greetings, SoCo family,
This was Homecoming week, and I’ve enjoyed all the school spirit, memorable moments, and fun that come with it! From Pep Rallis and celebrations to the many other great things happening across our school, there was plenty to look forward to this week, and as I write this Friday afternoon, there’s still so much more to come! I hope you’ll join me in making this a wonderful week for our Stallion community!
Sense of Belonging
Core Values, Stallion Strong
This week, we’re proud to recognize Mr. Cullen, one of our exceptional math teachers, and Mrs. Lewis, our Technology Specialist, as our Core Values award winners. They exemplify Integrity, Community, and Resilience through the care and commitment they show toward our students and staff. Please join me in congratulating them and thanking them for the difference they make in our school community.
SoCo Cheer Brings the Spirit and the Skills!
Congratulations to our JV Cheer team on an outstanding performance at Woodbridge High School’s “Battle at the Bridge” competition on October 5. After months of practice, the team earned second place and was named Fan Favorite. We’re proud of their hard work and grateful for the way they represented South County!
Stallions Stampede to a 48–14 Victory!
Congratulations to our football team on a phenomenal win over Robinson last week! The Stallions delivered a dominant, electrifying performance, scoring 48 points and holding Robinson to 14. We’re incredibly proud of our athletes for their outstanding effort, teamwork, and determination!
High Quality Instruction
STEM Solutions: Giving Innovation a Hand!
Dan Velazquez’s STEM students are designing creative projects to improve services throughout our school. Their work ranges from robotic arms to new carts designed around the needs of our athletic trainers. These talented students are giving innovation a hand, sometimes literally!
School Culture
Student Leaders, Stronger Support
Our Principal Feedback Forum (PFF) is taking on a range of important topics this year, with one of its top priority being how to connect students with academic help. We reviewed four resources: Stallion Time, after-school help with a teacher once a week, intervention for students with math or literacy deficits, and Wednesday after-school support. The students took the idea further by proposing MESH (help in Math, English, Science, and History), which would connect students in need of support with student leaders from the Honor Societies in each of those subject areas. This is a great example of thoughtful, timely tutoring shaped by student leadership. Way to go, PFF!
A Pep Rally to Remember
Our Homecoming pep rally brought the Stallion community together to celebrate school spirit and the excitement of the week. Students and staff filled the gym with cheers, smiles, and plenty of pride. And for the first time in my five years as Principal, I didn’t see one cell phone out! That’s right; the students were THAT engaged! Thanks to everyone who helped make it a spirited celebration!
SoCo’s Stage Was Set for Star Power!
Congratulations to everyone who participated in our Third Annual Talent Show! Every performance was a gold-star act, and we’re proud of all the students who shared their talent with our school community. Here are this year’s official place winners:
Best Overall
- 1st: Rayden Chandee and Sloane Greenstein
- 2nd: Raashi Thakrar
- 3rd: Inayah Baig
Stage Presence
- 1st: Vioncy Britton Brooks
- 2nd: Ora Johnson
- 3rd: Kyra, Brieene, and Caeli Ellwood
Audience
- 1st: Emma and Bella Nguyen
- 2nd: Lois Gitau and Kaylee Dormer
- 3rd: Kaya Ziadie, Molly Lucius, and Kayla Balboa
A Day of Choice, A Chance to Connect
Advisory Choice Day was a fantastic opportunity for students to enjoy arts and crafts, play card games, and cheer on classmates who performed in the Talent Show. The activities brought energy and enthusiasm to our advisory spaces. Thank you to everyone who helped make it such a fun and memorable day!
Every Stallion Counts
So far, a record number of 1,350 students have completed the Trusted Adult Survey, and we’ll continue collecting responses this Tuesday. Our goal is for all 1,950 students to participate so we can better understand who has the support they need and where additional support may be needed. If your student hasn’t completed the survey yet, please encourage them to do so this Tuesday.
Coach’s Corner
As students work through learning objectives in their classes this quarter, one of the best ways to support their growth is by encouraging them to explain their thinking out loud. Whenever your student is working through a challenge or preparing for a test, we can ask them, "How would you explain this concept to someone who has never seen it before?" Teaching a topic to others is one of the most effective ways to deepen understanding and spot learning gaps before big assessments.
That’s it for this week! I look forward to sharing pictures from the Homecoming football game and dance with you next week.
 Kambar
#RunTogetherRiseAsOne!
ASVAB Testing
The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is for Juniors and Seniors interested in career exploration or with plans to enlist in the military after graduation. The ASVAB will be offered at South County on Tuesday, December 1. This is a GREEN day. Students must be 16 years of age on December 1st to take the test.
Students must be logged in to their school accounts for access to registration form here - ASVAB Registration
Detailed information on the ASVAB can be found at: https://www.asvabprogram.com/
Practice questions are available at: https://www.military.com/join-armed-forces/asvab
More information can be found on your student’s graduating class Schoology page.
Please note that the registration deadline has changed. Registration for the ASVAB will close at 11:59 PM on Friday, October 30, 2026.
World Language Credit By Exam (WLCBE)
This year's World Languages Credit by Exam (WLCBE) will be administered at each FCPS middle, high, and secondary school. The exam is an optional test for students in grades 7-12 who can speak and write (type) proficiently in a language other than English. Based on the results of the exam, they can earn 1, 2, and/or 3 passing world language credits.
The WLCBE will be administered at South County High School between November 4 and 24. Exact dates and times will be determined after registrations are complete.
Registration opens on September 8 at 8 a.m., and closes on October 16 at 4 p.m. Late registrations will not be accepted.
Please contact your student’s school counselor to register for the exam.
Students can complete a pre-registration interest form in order to learn more about the exam. This form is NOT a registration form, and students must follow up with their school counselor to complete the registration process.
More information, including the list of languages offered on the exam, and how to register is available online.
PBIS School Store!
Help us stock our new PBIS School Store! Students will be able to redeem the points they earn for demonstrating our core values of community, integrity, and resilience for fun prizes and school supplies. We are seeking donations of new items from our Amazon list to help make the store a success. Your support will help us recognize our students!
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/26BJLLE2I1Z60?ref_=wl_share
South County High School Hosts VMBC Marching Band Competition
Experience the excitement, energy, and pageantry of marching band as South County High School hosts the South County Invitational on Saturday, October 24, 2026. Spectators will enjoy powerful music, creative visual performances, colorful uniforms, dynamic choreography, and talented marching bands from across Northern Virginia and the state competing for top honors on the field.
The event will be held at South County High School, located at 8501 Silverbrook Road in Lorton. Gates open at 12:00 p.m. and the event goes until 9:00 p.m. General admission is $10, and tickets may be purchased with cash or credit card. Concessions will be available throughout the event.
For the performance schedule and additional event information, visit www.vmbc-online.org/soco
Underclass Make up Pictures
School Make – Up Picture Day is Coming!
📅 Date: Monday October 26, 2026
📸 Pictures Available: Approximately two to three weeks after photo day
🛒 Pre-order Online: https://shop.imagequix.com/g1001419541
📧 Questions about Ordering? Email underclass@vosphoto.com
ATHLETICS CORNER
Football Game Safety and Security Update
FCPS is implementing additional safety and security measures at all varsity football games.
Beginning this season, all spectators will participate in security screening using the same weapons detection technology introduced in our 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.
The following items are prohibited:
- Backpacks
- Purses
- Tote bags
- Outside food and beverages
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Sporting equipment (balls, bats,sticks, etc.)
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Any item prohibited by FCPS policy, or determined by event staff to present safety concerns.
Approved bags are limited to:
- Clear plastic, vinyl, or pvc bags no larger than 12” x 6” x 12”
- Small clutch bag no larger than 6.5” x 4.5”
- Medical and diaper bags permitted but subject to inspection
Stallion Nation we need your support and help staffing our concession stand for both our outdoor and indoor events this fall. This is our leading fundraiser, which goes right back to supporting our athletic teams. Please sign up at: https://www.stallionnationboosters.org/volunteer/concessions-support.php
South County Athletic Booster Club
South County PTSO Family and Parent Membership 2026-2027
South County PTSO Reduced Rate Teacher Membership 2026-2027
White House Ornaments - 2026
Car Magnets (2027+ class magnets )
Stallion Walk of Fame Engraved Brick 2026-2027 season
Donate to our PTSO
Donate to the 2027 All Night Grad Party
ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY (ANGP) - Class of 2027
Graduation Seat Raffle 2027
Graduate Yard Sign - Class of 2027
Stallion Holiday Fest!
December 5, 2026 9 am - 12 pm
Join us for some holiday cheer!
We'll have Photo Opportunities, Brunch, Book Emporium, Kids' Shoppe, Music, Student Clubs/Boosters, SCHS Spiritwear, and more!
We need volunteers to make this happen! Please reach out to
Kitty Greenstein at pres@southcountyptso.org
STALLION HOLIDAY FEST
SoCo community! Join us for some family fun. If you know of a SoCo Student who would like to be a vendor, please have them email us at pres@southcountyptso.org !
WAIT… NO HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA THIS YEAR?!
Don’t worry — it’s not going away! We’re just taking a year off so we can come back bigger and better in 2027!
After 20 incredible years, we’re using this pause to build a new team ready to carry this beloved South County holiday tradition into its next chapter — and bring it back in all its festive glory!
And we’d love YOU to be part of it!
If you love the Extravaganza, enjoy bringing people together, or simply want to help keep a 20-year community tradition going strong, come join the team!
📧 Interested? Email pres@southcountyptso.org
Don't forget to renew your Memberships!
https://southcountyptso.membershiptoolkit.com/
Go to our PTSO Store for the following: https://southcountyptso.membershiptoolkit.com/home
Thank you to our local Yafa Grille for supporting our PTSO every Tuesday!
Use code #SouthCounty10 in the notes at checkout when ordering online or mention South County High at in-person checkout.
Also, Yafa Grille is offering 10% off for all FCPS employees (show badge) when ordering in-store!
South County High School PTSO is partnering with Seasonal Roots, a local online farmers market, to bring healthy, delicious food to our community, to support local farmers and artisans, and to raise money to support the PTSO and Class of 2027 and all their events for the year.
Seasonal Roots is an online farmers market that delivers “dirt to doorstep” to families in Maryland and Virginia. Each week, the market offers more than 150 items that are all grown and produced locally, sustainably, and ethically. Market items include fruit, vegetables, meat, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods, vegan specialties, and more.
As part of this fundraiser for PTSO, new customers can join Seasonal Roots for 50% off the membership fee (a $30 savings!)
PLUS, for every new customer who signs up (and places their first order), a $20 donation will be made to South County PTSO! WIN-WIN for everyone! Be sure to use promotional code SOCO at https://www.seasonalroots.com/socoangp.
AWARENESS
Superintendent Community Conversations
Join Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid for a Community Conversation. Students, families, staff, and community members are invited to ask questions, share concerns, and discuss what matters most to them. Everyone is welcome! Click on the date to register for any of the following events:
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Monday, October 19, at 6:30 p.m., at Spring Hill Elementary School
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Monday, October 26, at 6:30 p.m., at Beech Tree Elementary School
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Thursday, October 29, at 6:30 p.m., at North Springfield Elementary School
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Tuesday, December 1, at 6:30 p.m., at Powell Elementary School (note date change)
Registration is not required, but it helps with planning.
Virginia Quality Birth to Five Guidelines
FCPS Is Participating in Virginia Quality Birth to Five (VQB5)
Virginia Quality Birth to Five is Virginia’s system for measuring and supporting quality in early childhood programs so children enter kindergarten ready to learn. VQB5 builds on health and safety standards by measuring the quality of teacher-child interactions and the use of the curriculum. Visit the Virginia Quality Birth to Five website for more information.
Important SoCo and FCPS Resources
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