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Friday, October 30 - End of Quarter 1/Early Release
Sunday, November 1 - Daylight Saving Time Ends (Fall Back an Hour)
Monday, November 2 - School Planning Day - Student Holiday
Tuesday, November 3 - Teacher Workday - Student Holiday
Saturday, November 14 - Saturday School
Wednesday, November 18 - Last Senior Portraits Session at Justice
Wednesday, November 18 - Partners for Safe Teen Driving Q2 Presentation
Saturday, November 21 - Saturday School
Wednesday, November 25 - Friday, November 27 - Thanksgiving Break - Division Closed
Monday, December 21 - Friday, January 1 - Winter Break - Justice Offices Closed
The entire 2026-2027 FCPS Calendar can be found here.
It is time to recognize the incredible work of Justice High School employees! Nominations will be open from October 12-October 30 in the following categories: Outstanding Teacher (4+ years as a classroom teacher), Outstanding New Teacher (1-3 years as a classroom teacher), Outstanding New Principal (1-3 years as Justice Principal), Outstanding Professional Staff Leader, Outstanding Educational Services Employees, and Outstanding Operational Services Employees.
We are seeking nominations from staff members, students, parents, and community members. To nominate an Outstanding Justice High School Employee, please use this OUTSTANDING EMPLOYEE NOMINATION GOOGLE FORM.
Financial Assistance
The Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program provides financial assistance to households with eligible children. TANF participants also have access to the Virginia Initiative for Education and Work (VIEW) Program to support the journey to self-sufficiency.
Food Assistance
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides individuals and families with money to purchase food at grocery stores, farmers markets, and select other retailers. Participants receive funds monthly through a EBT card that works like a debit card. Learn more about SNAP and how it can help you.
The Wolf Shack is the PTSA-sponsored in-school food and resource pantry. In the Wolf Shack, we provide FREE essential resources for ALL Justice students - from food and fresh produce to personal toiletries to clothing to academic supplies to after-school snacks. Our Wolf Shack volunteers support over 1,000 student visits a month during weekly open hours on Wednesdays & Thursdays. The Wolf Shack can also be accessed anytime for emergent needs through teachers, social workers, family liaisons and counselors. The Wolf Shack is fully dependent upon the financial and in-kind donation support of our partners, families, staff and community. We have two upcoming opportunities for the community to support our students!
Leftover or Extra Halloween Candy Drive starting October 28th
One of the favorite things about the Wolf Shack for students is the candy bowl! A little sweet treat (often with a laugh or chat) means a lot to our student community. But we need help keeping that bowl full...and that's where you come in!
We are asking for extra or leftover candy from Halloween to be donated to the Wolf Shack. Starting October 30th, the PTSA will have Wolf Shack bins in the school front office to accept any and all candy donations. Whatever little goblins don't eat on Halloween night will be appreciated for weeks to come in the Wolf Shack! Want to drop your candy during non-school hours? No problem - just email wolfshack@justicehsptsa.org for alternative bin drop locations.
On Friday November 6th, Justice High School hosts the annual, highly anticipated football "Bell Game" against Falls Church High School! Our larger community truly comes together for this much anticipated game every year. This year the Wolf Shack will be holding a "Stuff the Van" food and toiletry drive before the game and through half time to stock the student resource pantry. Come join the community, enjoy the family-friendly rivalry and concessions, watch our award-winning marching band..and bring along food or toiletries to support our students! Even if you don't stay for the game, drop off donations and say hello. We will be in the parking lot near ticket sales and the entrance starting at 6pm - hope to see you!
Can't make game night, but want to donate? Please consider supporting The Wolf Shack in any of the following ways:
- Make a financial donation which allows us to fill urgent needs (jhsptsa.org/wolfshackfund)
- Become a Food for Neighbors Red Bag Donor to donate easily throughout the school year (https://www.foodforneighbors.org/red-bag-program/)
- Drop-off or have any donation delivered to the front office of JHS (just label with "PTSA Wolf Shack")
- Purchase directly from our Amazon wish-list and deliver straight to the school (jhsptsa.org/wolfshackwishlist)
- Organize a food and toiletry drive through your community, church, clubs and/or service organizations
- Volunteer for our weekly open hours, packing the family food bags and/or for food distribution pick-ups and unloading (jhsptsa.org/wolfshacksignup)
Email wolfshack@justicehsptsa.org with any questions or ideas. Thank you again for your support and generosity!
Event Details
Join us at the Justice vs. Falls Church High School Football Game on November 6 to support Justice High School students through the Wolf Shack Justice Resource Pantry.
Location: 3301 Peace Valley Lane, Falls Church, VA 22044
Food donations needed: Ramen, Pop-Tarts, individually packaged chips and pretzels, fruit snacks, juice boxes, individual cereal boxes, and granola bars.
Toiletry donations needed: Individually packaged toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, bar soap, toilet paper, and laundry pods.
Thank you for your support!
Join us Tuesday, October 27, from 4–8 p.m. at Jake’s Ice Cream for a special fundraiser! Enjoy the event’s special Justice Wolf Flavor in blue, and 10% of the proceeds will go to the Justice High School Athletic Boosters. Show off your school colors—every bite gets the boosters closer to their goal!
Jake’s Ice Cream
6353 Columbia Pike
Falls Church, VA
Barcroft Plaza Shopping Center
Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form allows you to be considered for federal student aid. In addition, states and colleges use FAFSA information to award their own grants, scholarships, and loans.
The 2027-28 FAFSA is now open.
Free Financial Aid and Scholarship Information Sessions
College Access Fairfax, in partnership with Fairfax County Public Schools, will present virtual information sessions on the financial aid process for post-secondary education and scholarship information.
Sessions include:
Click on the date to participate. Visit College Access Fairfax for more information.
FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. The form is available in SIS ParentVUE under Online Packets, which is in the upper right corner of the screen after logging in. Please complete it as soon as possible. Schools will provide paper forms to families who have not completed the survey in ParentVUE starting Wednesday, October 28.
Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is how we ensure we receive all the resources available to us from the federal government. For more information, please visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page.
Register for ParentVUE
Learn how to activate your SISParentVUE account so you can easily submit your survey and have access to other helpful information about your child.
Health Fair
Date: Saturday, November 14th, from 9am-12pm
Location: James Lee Community Center (2855 Annandale Road, Falls Church, VA 22042)
Description: A free health fair offering a variety of services, information, and resources for Mason residents including flu vaccines, hearing and vision screenings, child dental screenings, HIV tests, Hepatitis C tests, and more.
Join the Justice High School PTSA Today!
Get Involved in the JHS PTSA
The Justice HS PTSA actively supports our students, parents and staff with events, programs and activities. But we need members and volunteers to make it all happen. So how can you get involved?
PTSA Membership
Join the PTSA and invest in our school community. Parents, guardians, students, community members, business leaders faculty and staff may join for just $10. We need everyone to be a part of planning and funding our programs. JOIN US! Visit jhsptsa.org/join.
Justice Pyramid Feeder Schools PTA/O's
Glasgow MS PTA
Baileys ES PTA
Beech Tree ES PTA
Belvedere ES PTA
Glen Forest ES PTO
Parklawn ES PTA
Sleepy Hollow ES PTA
Connect with the PTSA
JHS PTSA Website
justicehsptsa.org
Social Handles
Facebook: facebook.com/justicehsptsa
X (formerly Twitter): x.com/justicehsptsa
Instagram: instagram.com/justicehsptsa/
Membership Link
jhsptsa.org/join
Donation Link
jhsptsa.org/packpartnerfund
Contact the PTSA
info@justicehsptsa.org
Fairfax County Special Education PTA (SEPTA)
www.fairfaxcountysepta.org
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:
Registration is not required, but it helps with planning.
Share Your Thoughts on Schools and Buildings in the Renovation Queue Survey
Whether you work in an FCPS school, have a child enrolled, or live near an FCPS school, please share your perspective about building conditions, how facilities affect teaching and learning, renovation priorities, and what information would help you better understand this process.
Look for the survey in your email from Friday, October 16. The survey takes approximately 15 minutes to complete. Participation is voluntary, and all responses will be kept confidential. The survey will remain open until Saturday, October 31.
Did You Know? Bond Referendums Fund Facility Renovations
FCPS does not pay for facility renovations out of its general operating budget. Instead, Fairfax County voters decide on how much money FCPS can spend on capital improvement projects through bond referendums. Bonds are issued by the county to the school division and allow FCPS to renovate buildings without increasing taxes.
Learn more about bond referendums and how they support our schools on the Bond Referendum webpage.
Maintain Access to Your Child’s Grades and Assignments: Download the New ParentVUE App
New ParentVUE and StudentVUE mobile apps launched in July. Be sure to download the new app before winter break. After that time, you will need to use the new mobile app or a web browser to access ParentVUE or StudentVUE.
For instructions on installing the new apps and learning more about the updated login process, visit ParentVUE and StudentVUE mobile app resources. If you need assistance, please submit a Parent Support Request.
The Importance of the Flu Vaccination
The annual flu vaccine is the most effective way to protect your child from getting sick and to prevent the spread of illness within our classrooms. Staying up-to-date with your child's flu vaccination helps:
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Reduce School Absences: Keeping students healthy means more time spent learning and engaging with peers.
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Protect the Community: Vaccination helps shield vulnerable family members and neighbors from seasonal illness.
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Support Overall Wellness: Routine flu shots are a key component of a proactive student health plan.
Upcoming Flu Shot Events
FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will be providing flu shots for all FCPS students, ages 18 and under, with no out-of-pocket costs. Multiple events will be taking 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.
Annual Special Education Family Conference: Breakout Session Information Available
Join us for the annual Special Education Family Conference, Stronger Together: Connecting Families and Schools, taking place on Saturday, November 14, at Hayfield Secondary School.
More than 20 engaging breakout sessions have been designed to support, inform, and inspire our community. Visit the Special Education Family Conference webpage to explore the lineup of presenters, titles, and session descriptions. Complete the Special Education Family Conference Registration Form to secure your spot and let us know about any childcare, language interpretation, or accommodation needs.
Get Involved Today! Volunteer and Student Participation Opportunities
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Adult Volunteers: Sign up through Volunteer FCPS using the Volunteer Registration Form by Wednesday, October 28. FCPS staff volunteers will receive MyPDE credit.
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Student Volunteers: Complete the Student Volunteer Interest Form by Wednesday, October 28. Students who volunteer will receive volunteer hours.
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Student Showcase Opportunities: Students can complete the Student Participation Form to lead a performance or share information about a club or research project. Students serving in these roles will receive service hours. Sign up by Friday, October 30.
Email questions to SpecialEdFamilyConf@fcps.edu.
Help Your Student Stay Focused and Engaged Without Digital Distractions
Please remind your student that personal electronic communication or computing devices should be off and personally stored (i.e., in backpacks) for the duration of the school day: bell to bell.
This includes personal laptops, tablets, smartwatches, smartphones, and similar devices. Students can only use FCPS-issued devices for school-related digital activities during the instructional day. There are exceptions for students with disabilities and those enrolled in specific courses.
If you need to reach your student during the school day, please call the school’s front office. Learn more about the FCPS cellphone policy and device policy.
Quarter End, Early Release, Student Holidays
Friday, October 30, is the last day of the first quarter, and a two-hour early release for students. Schools are closed for students on Monday, November 2, for a school planning day, and Tuesday, November 3, for a teacher workday. See the complete school year calendar.
Daylight Saving Time Ends (Fall Back)
This Sunday, November 1, at 2 a.m., daylight saving time ends. Don’t forget to move your clocks back one hour!
October is Disability History and Awareness Month
In Virginia during October, Disability History and Awareness activities provide an opportunity to create greater public awareness for individuals with disabilities, with the goal of full inclusion in our community.
October is National Bullying Prevention Month
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. To help develop a common understanding of Bullying, below is the FCPS definition.
Bullying in Students Rights and Responsibilities is defined as: “Any aggressive and unwanted behavior that is intended to harm, intimidate, or humiliate the victim; involves a real or perceived power imbalance between the aggressor or aggressors and victim; and is repeated over time or causes severe emotional trauma. “Bullying” includes cyberbullying. “Bullying” does not include ordinary teasing, horseplay, argument, or peer conflict.”
For more information on how FCPS handles a bullying situation please visit the FCPS Bullying Prevention and Intervention webpage. Our goal is to ensure all students feel safe and welcome at school. If you have questions and/or concerns about something that is going on at school, please contact the front office so that they can support you and most importantly your student.
Partners for Safe Teen Driving
The State of Virginia requires students and their parents or legal guardians to attend ONE session of Partners for Safe Teen Driving in order to receive their Pink Card (DEC-8). The 90-minute session requires participants to be actively involved during the presentation.
All sessions begin promptly at 6:30 pm, are in person for the 2026-2027 school year at Justice HS Auditorium. Registration link, additional information, & instructions will be posted on Drivers ED Teacher’s Schoology Page. Doors close promptly at 6:30 per Virginia law, so please plan to arrive no later than 6:15 pm.
If you are a current 11th or 12th grade Justice HS student seeking to attend a PTSD session, please email Robale Namen renamen@fcps.edu for information.
Remaining PSTD Session Dates for the 2026-2027 School Year
Wednesday, November 18th
Wednesday, February 10th
Thursday, March 11th
Wednesday, May 12th
Family Information Line Available in Nine Languages
Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.
Keeping Children Safe Online
The Fairfax County Police Department shares these resources to help keep children safe online.
What Families Can Do to Fight Drug Misuse
FCPS is committed to raising awareness about the opioid epidemic with our educators, parents/caregivers, and students. Together, we can help ensure our students thrive.
What can families do?
- Show you disapprove of underage drinking and other drug misuse. More than 80% of young people ages 10-18 say their parents are the leading influence on their decision whether to drink.
- Show you care about your child’s health, wellness, and success.
- Show you are a good source of information about alcohol and other drugs. Find helpful resources on the FCPS Opioid Awareness webpage.
- Pay attention to your child and discourage risky behaviors.
- Build your child’s skills and strategies for avoiding drinking and drug use. Talk with your child about what they would do if faced with a decision about alcohol and drugs, such as texting a code word to a family member or practicing how they will say, “No thanks.”
Get more information on opioid awareness.
Supporting Your Child’s Mental Health
Children go through a lot of changes, and it can be hard to tell if their behavior is developmentally appropriate or if they could benefit from mental health support. It’s important to talk to your child and pay attention to their actions, especially these warning signs:
- Increased irritability, hyperactivity, energy, and/or aggressive behavior.
- Excessive sadness, hopelessness, or worries.
- Loss of appetite, or significant weight gain or loss.
- Lack of sleep or too much sleep.
- A decline in grades, school avoidance, or attendance concerns.
- Alcohol or drug use.
- Withdrawal from activities and/or friends and family.
- Thoughts of harming themselves or others.
If you notice any of these warning signs or feel your child may be experiencing a mental health challenge, help is available. Please contact your child's school counselor to discuss your concerns and identify resources. Find additional ways to support your child’s wellness.
If you or someone you care about is experiencing a mental health crisis such as thoughts of harming themselves or others, please take action right away. Call 988, go to the nearest emergency room, or contact the Sharon Bulova Center for Community Health Emergency Services at 703-573-5679.
Join the FCPS Alumni Network!
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ParentVue Information
Crisis Link Regional Hotline - 703-527-4077
Crisis Text - Text NEEDHELP to 85511
Dominion Hospital Emergency - 703-536-2000
INOVA Emergency - 703-289-7560
Sharon Bulova Center for Community Health - 703-573-5979 TTY dial 711
Life Threatening - 911
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