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Woodson Weekly is published every Monday to provide the community with important information about school life at Woodson High School.
Vision Statement
Carter G. Woodson High School is a community that embraces diversity in a culture of improvement and success that promotes academic curiosity and individual mental and physical growth.
Woodson Administrators, Josh Peters, Bomin Collines, Paula DiSalvo, Kelly O'Connell and Melinda Conner getting ready for the HOCO Parade
Message from Mr. Greata
We certainly had a Spooktacular Homecoming last week! It was so much fun from the very first day of Spirit Week all the way to the final dance on Saturday night. Throughout the week, we marveled at how well everything was organized, how many students and staff participated, and how filled our halls were with school spirit. Of course, I shouldn’t be surprised with such an incredible Haunted HOCO! Huge congratulations as well to our Homecoming Royalty, Ryan Hembree and Abten Mahmoudpour!
Our Leadership students and Leadership classes did a fantastic job, and we are so proud of their hard work. I want to give a huge shoutout to the teachers and staff who helped organize such a great event—Dan Schaefer, Stephanie Graham, and Katie Cole-Kelly, Warren Williams, Brian Murphy, Will Cogan, Mike Ferraris—who were also supported tremendously by our teacher chaperones and parent volunteers. Thank you so very much!
We’re starting to gear up for district and regional tournaments, and over the past week we’ve had some great successes! Congratulations to our cheerleading team, who took 3rd place in their district competition, as well as our cross country teams, with the girls taking 3rd in the district and the boys taking 4th. A special congratulations to Isaac Schools, who took 1st place and Anne Przydzial who took 2nd place in their cross country races. We look forward to the regional competition this week.
At Carter G. Woodson High School, we believe our staff is truly exceptional, and the work they do for our students deserves to be celebrated beyond Woodson Nation! Each year, FCPS recognizes staff members who demonstrate outstanding excellence in their roles, including Outstanding Teacher, New Teacher, Professional Staff Leader, Educational Services Employee, Operational Services Employee, and Principal. We invite you to join us in honoring the incredible contributions made every day by highlighting some of our amazing staff members. Let’s shine a spotlight on the excellence that makes Carter G. Woodson HS special!
To nominate a Carter G. Woodson staff member, please complete the C.G. Woodson Outstanding Employee Nomination Form by Friday, November 13th.
This is the last week of the first quarter. Please check in with your student(s) to ensure they are turning in all outstanding work and have a plan for any upcoming tests or retests.
A couple of quick reminders: Friday, the 30th, will be a two-hour early release day for the end of the quarter, and there will be no school for students next Monday, November 2nd, and Tuesday, November 3rd.
Have a great week!
Nominations for Outstanding Employee are now open until November 13
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Essay Contest for FCPS Students Grades 7-12
The EU Ambassador has personally invited FCPS students to take part in an essay contest.
The question: How has the relationship between Europe and the United States shaped the American story?
Length: Up to 650 words.
Due: Tuesday, December 1, at 11:59 p.m. ET
Open to: All FCPS students, grades 7–12. No club membership needed.
Why enter:
- Every entrant receives a certificate signed by the EU Ambassador.
- Top essays earn an invitation to the EU Delegation in Washington, D.C.
- High schoolers compete only against high schoolers.
- It stands out on college, scholarship, and summer-program applications.
Details and submission: Alliances That Sustain America
Permit Testing at Woodson High School
Students will be able to take their DMV permit test at Woodson HS. Below are the upcoming two dates. I will add more during the school year. Use the link attached and please read thoroughly. You must register in two places as well as bring a permission form.
Dates: 10/28, 11/18, 12/9
Location: C108 ( Driver Ed Room)
Time: 3:15-4:30pm
Link: https://www.fcpsace.org/connect/ClassListing/ClassListingDisplay?int_category_id=14&int_sub_category_id=163&int_catalog_id=
Important Dates for 2026-2027
FCPS 2026-2027 School year calendar
October 30 - 2 hour Early Release
November 2-3 - No School
November 25th-27th - No School
December 21st-January 1st - No School
January 18th - No School
January 29th - February 1st - No School
February 15th - No School
March 9th - No School
March 22nd-26th - No School
April 19th-20th - No School
May 17th - No School
May 31st - No School
June 9th - Class of 2027 Graduation
Mosaic Polar Plunge
The Woodson Unified Sports Team is participating in the Polar Plunge, and we are looking for interested team members to join our team. This is a collaborative fundraiser with Special Olympics Virginia, which means Woodson’s Unified Sports team gets 50% of the total donations our team raises.
Your support of the Polar Plunge allows Special Olympics Virginia to provide free year-round sports, competitions, leadership opportunities, and health services to more than 23,000 athletes of all abilities. Please consider supporting the Woodson Unified Sports team by joining our team to take a plunge or donating. The process is fast, easy and secure... and it benefits a great cause. Don’t get cold feet… unless it’s to cannonball with us!
Use this link to join our team as a plunger and/or to donate to help our team reach our fundraising goal: https://impact.specialolympicsva.org/team/861608
Date: Saturday, January 23, 2027
Location: Mosaic District, outside of Target 2905 District Ave., Fairfax, VA 22031
Parking: Ample FREE parking is available in the many parking garages throughout Mosaic. We recommend the garage attached to Target.
Event Timeline: Opens: 11:00 a.m. Closes: 1:00 p.m. All plungers, pre-registered or not, must check in prior to 1 pm
For more information go to https://www.polarplunge.com/mosaic.
Student Services
AP Testing Opt-Out Letters
2026-27 AP/IB Test Registration, Opt-Out Timeline, and Fees
As part of the FCPS Approved Budget, the fees for the first six AP/IB tests taken for courses in which students are enrolled for high school credit will be paid for by FCPS. Students taking AP tests without enrolling in the corresponding FCPS course are responsible for the test fee(s).
FCPS encourages all students to take AP tests for courses in which they are enrolled. However, students will have the opportunity to opt out of the test(s) by filling out an Opt Out form to be provided by the school during class this week. To assist in the decision-making process, students will be provided a report with their previous tests and current AP/IB course enrollment.
Regardless of FCPS opt out decision, students enrolled in any AP course must register for their associated AP test(s) in AP Classroom by October 30th. Instructions for this process have been provided by classroom teachers. Students who register after this date may incur a $40 late registration fee. Students who do not register by March 12th will not be able to take the exam(s) and applicable assessed exam fees will not be refunded.
AP students must make Opt Out decisions by October 30th by returning the form they receive to Student Services. Student accounts will be billed in December for tests that exceed the six FCPS-funded tests. The nonrefundable fees are $99 per AP exam.
2027 AP Testing
Reference the College Board AP exam dates site for dates of AP Exams.
Counselor Corner
We hosted a successful trip to GMU for the Alcanza College Fair. Counselors once again visited freshmen recently through their Social Studies classes to discuss a variety of resources: Naviance , a platform that allows students to take assessments for career exploration, research potential colleges, and view career videos of interest. Students may log service hours through Schoology on X2VOL. Additionally, we reviewed helpful resources on the Woodson SS padlet, highlighting the Freshman padlet, College & Career Center padlet, Extracurriculars padlet, and Career Center Events padlet.
Seniors! If you receive an email from your intended college(s) that they have not received your transcript, check your common app to see the date submitted and if the college has downloaded it. Afterward, you will follow up with the college directly. You should not wait to submit your application. Your recommenders will send documents separately. As Quarter 1 comes to a close, please use the resources on the Academic Supports padlet. The course change period closed on 9/11/26, so students struggling in a class should speak directly with their teacher as a first step to learn supports and interventions for success.
Woodson College & Career Center
Update from your College & Career Center📌 For College & Career Explorations, visit the Woodson College & Career Center Padlets. 📩 Questions? Email cliebmosley@fcps.edu. 📅 For College & Career events including our Rep Visit Schedule, please visit our live Calendar. Missed a Rep Visit? Check out our Rep Visit Padlet with visit notes & Rep Contact Info.
Class of 2027
Senior Session Novmber 11th, 12th and 13th
Senior Portrait Sign Up
Class of 2027, now is the time to sign up for your Senior Portrait. Appointments are needed.
Please follow the link below to choose your session type and appointment time: www.vosphoto.com/woodson
If you have any questions, please email our Senior Portraits Team: seniors@vosphoto.com. Please kindly include your senior's First and Last Name and "C. G. Woodson HS Class of 2027" when emailing, for faster assistance
Yearbooks
The yearbook is currently $70, the lowest price of the year. Our price will increase to $80 after 12/31.
Senior ads are also available for purchase, with prices ranging from $40-380, depending on size.
Families can purchase their yearbook or senior’s baby ad on yearbookordercenter.com, using the code 5278.
Marching Band Volunteers Needed
In just a few short weeks, on Saturday, November 7, Woodson High School will host the VMBC State Championships! This massive competition features 26 bands, plus special exhibition performances by the University of Maryland (after prelims) and JMU (after finals) and Woodson Band is thrilled to bring this event to our community!
An event this size takes a team, and we would love Woodson students and families as volunteers. Please check out our Volunteer Sign-Up to see open spots and earn volunteer hours.
Just want to attend? See the full schedule of participating bands. Tickets are available for full-day, prelims-only, or finals-only access via the VMBC Ticket Link.
Partners for Safe Teen Driving Seminars
Attention all 10th grade students and their parents. All new drivers and parents must attend a state mandated traffic safety seminar, Partners for Safe Teen Driving. Please mark your calendar for the Woodson seminars for 2026-2027. Seminars will begin at 6:30 p.m. and will take place in the Woodson Auditorium. You do NOT have to register, attendance will be taken at the presentation.
Monday, November 9th
Tuesday, February 9th
Monday, April 12th
Waterproof stadium blanket fundraiser for Boys Lacrosse. $39 on MySchoolBucks
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Math Center
The Math Center will open afterschool on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 3:00-3:45pm in B208. Please note we are not open on Tuesdays.
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If your children qualify for Free and Reduced-Price Meals (FRM), they may also be eligible for:
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Waive student course fees, reduced student parking pass, and waive senior fees.
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Information about scholarships, classes, and services from non-FCPS agencies and organizations.
To receive these additional benefits, you must give written consent allowing FCPS staff to share your children's meal eligibility status with administrators, school counselors and the school's finance technician. This information will not be shared with any other parties.
The Consent to Share is available here in multiple languages. Copies are available in Student Services, as well.
Families who qualify for free or reduced-price school meals can receive breakfast and lunch at no cost for their children. This includes more than one-third of FCPS students. Families must complete the Free and Reduced-Price Meals (FRM) application before the start of each school year.
The application for FRM is now available for the 2026-27 school year. Students who were approved for FRM last year are eligible for the first 30 days of school this year (or until a new application is processed). Families should reapply as soon as possible so eligible children continue to receive meals at no cost.
Access the application and view criteria and up-to-date information on the FRM webpage. Families should reach out to their schools with questions or for assistance.
Go Paperless!
Did you know you can view your student’s report card under the Documents tab in ParentVUE? You also have the option to “Go Paperless” for Secondary Report Cards and Elementary Progress Reports by simply checking the box under your account details. This ensures your documents are delivered digitally, saving paper and arriving faster — plus they won’t be mailed to your home.
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