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Centreville Students, Families, and Community,
One of our priorities at Centreville High School is fostering a positive school climate where every student feels connected, valued, and a sense of belonging. One of the ways we bring this priority to life is through our newly revamped ROAR values: Relationships, Ownership, Awareness, and Resilience. These values are more than words, they represent the characteristics we want to see in ourselves and in one another as members of the Wildcat Nation.
Each month, we focus on one of our ROAR values through advisory lessons, while our academic departments take turns recognizing students who exemplify that month’s attribute. In October, our focus was Ownership, which included organization, goal setting, effective study habits, personal responsibility, and making positive choices. This month, 38 students were nominated by our Student Services and Math departments for demonstrating these qualities. That is a wonderful testament to the many ways our students are taking ownership of their learning, their choices, and their contributions to our community. Congratulations to all of our October ROAR recipients!
As we turn the calendar to November, our focus shifts to Awareness. This month, we will explore gratitude, celebrating diversity, self-awareness, empathy, appreciation of differences, and understanding the perspectives of others. I have said since the moment I arrived at Centreville, and continue to believe, that our diversity is one of the greatest strengths of our community. I am continually amazed by the cultural clubs and organizations led by our students and the ways they not only celebrate their own cultures and traditions, but also invite others to learn, listen, and better understand the experiences of those around them.
That last piece is especially important. A positive school climate requires more than simply accepting that we are different. We should strive to embrace and affirm one another. Acceptance says, “You are welcome here.” Embracing says, “I value what you bring to our community.” Affirming says, “Your identity, experiences, and perspective matter.” When we move from simply accepting differences to genuinely embracing and affirming one another, we create a community where every person has the opportunity to feel seen, valued, and that they truly belong.
This is the Wildcat Nation we are continuing to build together. Thank you for helping us make Centreville a place where relationships matter, ownership is expected, awareness is celebrated, and resilience is cultivated.
Go Wildcats!
Dr. Erik Healey, Principal
November 1-13: FCPS Outstanding Employee Nominations
November 2-3 - Student Holiday (Teacher Work Days)
November 4 - Centreville Pyramid Choir Concert, Centreville Gym, 7:00PM
November 6 - Girls on the Run Interest Sign-Up
November 4-20 - SGA Canned Food Drive
November 10 - 11th Grade Wellness Screener
November 12-15 - Theatre Centreville Fall Musical - Mean Girls (On Sale Now!)
November 16 - CVHS Sophomore Career Fair, ROAR
November 18 - NOVA Information Session, Lecture Hall, 10:30-11:15AM
November 19 - PTSA Meeting, Centreville Library, 6:30PM
November 25-27 - No School - Thanksgiving Break
December 3 - ASVAB Test Administration
December 3 - Band Winter Concert, Centreville Auditorium, 7:00PM
November 1-13 - FCPS Outstanding Employee Nominations: Do you know an amazing employee? If you have worked with an outstanding employee at Centreville High, FCPS wants your help recognizing them. Wildcat staff, students, families, and community members are invited to nominate staff members for recognition!
Nominations are open for:
- Outstanding Secondary Teacher
- Outstanding New Principal
- Outstanding New Teacher
- Outstanding Professional Staff Leader
- Outstanding Educational Services Employee
- Outstanding Operational Services Employee
DEADLINE: The deadline to submit a nomination is Friday, November 13, 2026.
SUBMISSIONS: Submissions can be made by completing this form. Thank you for supporting our outstanding Wildcat Staff!
November 4 - Centreville Pyramid Choir Concert: Please join us for our Centreville Pyramid Choral Concert on Wednesday, November 4 at 7pm in the CVHS gym! This large-scale event involves all schools in the Centreville pyramid: CVHS, Liberty MS, Bull Run ES, Centre Ridge ES, Centreville ES, Colin Powell ES, and Union Mill ES. Come enjoy hearing a 630+ member choir of 5th through 12th graders make beautiful music together! Admission is free and open to the public.
November 4-20 - SGA Canned Food Drive: SGA is hosting the annual food drive collection from November 4-20 during all 3rd period Advisory classes. The top 5 Advisory classes to donate the most items will receive a donut party! All donations will help Centreville High School families during this holiday season. Some helpful food items include beans, rice, lentils, canned mixed vegetables, canned corn, pasta sauce, tomato sauce, pasta, cooking oil, cereal, granola, tuna, sardines, sugar, salt, flour (Maseca), pancake mix, syrup, oatmeal, instant coffee, mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, and soy sauce. Thank you for your generosity!
November 6 - Girls on the Run Interest Sign-Up: Centreville High School students are invited to join Girls on the Run Northern Virginia for an empowering program running from January through April. Participants will take part in four workshops blending physical movement with essential life skills focused on building healthy habits, resilience, step and stretch, and generosity. The program concludes with a celebratory 5K event in May. If you are interested in participating, please email Ms. Alvarez at aaalvarez@fcps.edu by November 6th.
November 12-15 - Theatre Centreville Presents Mean Girls: Get ready, Wildcats! Theatre Centreville is thrilled to present its highly anticipated Fall Musical Production of Mean Girls High School Version! Adapted specifically for high school performers from the hit Broadway musical and iconic movie, this hilarious and sharp-witted show follows Cady Heron as she navigates the wild, competitive jungle of a suburban high school and learns valuable lessons about friendship, identity, and staying true to oneself. Don't miss out on supporting our immensely talented cast and crew.
Showtimes & Dates:
- Thursday, November 12: 7:00 PM
- Friday, November 13: 7:00 PM
- Saturday, November 14: 7:00 PM
- Sunday, November 15: 2:00 PM (Matinee)
*Parental Note: Please note that the production is rated PG-13 for mild mature themes and humor.
TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE! CVHS MEAN GIRLS TICKETS LINK: https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/15624
November 16 - CVHS Sophomore Career Fair: We are thrilled to announce Centreville High School’s inaugural Sophomore Career Fair, taking place on Monday, November 16th, from 9:50 to 11:15 AM during ROAR! Designed specifically to empower our 10th-grade Wildcats, this interactive event offers students an invaluable opportunity to explore diverse industries, learn about varied postsecondary pathways, and connect directly with local community professionals. Set up in a table-style networking format, students will navigate the event using guided worksheets to prompt meaningful conversations about daily job responsibilities, required education and training, and long-term career growth opportunities. Thank you to our visiting professionals, community partners, and Student Services team for bringing this wonderful opportunity to life for our sophomores!
November 18 - NOVA Information Session: Representatives from Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) will be at CVHS on Wednesday, November 18, at 10:30 AM in the Lecture Hall for an informative presentation on postsecondary pathways. This session is a fantastic opportunity for students to explore NOVA's diverse academic programs, career certifications, and affordable degree options. Attendees will also learn how they can earn general education credits that seamlessly transfer to many top four-year universities across Virginia. Interested students must register through Naviance to reserve their spot. Don't miss this opportunity to start planning your college pathway!
November 19 - PTSA Meeting: Please join us for the monthly PTSA meeting on Thursday, November 19 at 6:30PM in the Centreville High School Library. We invite you to join the Parent, Teacher, Student Association (PTSA) to help foster a positive and inclusive school climate. Your involvement in PTSA is an opportunity to strengthen relationships and make a lasting impact on our school community. If you are not a member of the CVHS PTSA, learn more about membership, donations, and information from previous meetings here.
December 3 - ASVAB Test Administration: The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is a free career assessment that provides valuable insight into your skills in areas like math, verbal reasoning, science, and technical fields. Your results can help you:
- Identify your academic and technical strengths
- Explore careers in fields such as healthcare, technology, skilled trades, military service, and more
- Make informed decisions about college, training programs, or career opportunities after graduation
This year, we will offer the ASVAB at Centreville High on Wednesday, December 3. This is a valuable chance for students to learn more about themselves and your future. Plus, students who earn a qualifying score will earn distinguished honors at graduation!
Staff Costume Contest Highlights Our Positive School Climate: While so much of our daily focus centers on academic success and hard work, finding joy in the little things is just as essential to a thriving community! Our staff recently put their creativity and humor on full display during our annual Staff Costume Contest, bringing smiles and laughter to the hallways. By embracing the fun, our educators modeled the importance of happiness and community spirit as we continue cultivating a positive, welcoming school climate for every student and staff member. A huge thank you to all of our staff who participated and helped make the day so bright and memorable for our Wildcats!
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Northern Region Cheerleader of the Year: Fresh off her District Cheerleader of the Year accolade, sophomore Lyric Monroe was also recently selected as the Northern Region Cheerleader of the Year! This award is a testament to Lyric's impact not only on the Wildcat squad, but across the Northern Region. We are incredibly proud of her accomplishments and to the amazing competition season of our cheer team! Congrats, Lyric!
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Career Fair at Centreville High School: We are excited to invite family members, community partners, and local organizations to participate in the inaugural CVHS Career Fair on Monday, November 16th from 9:50-11:15am (during advisory). This event will give our sophomore students the opportunity to explore diverse industries, learn about career pathways, and hear directly from professionals in the community. The event will use a table-style networking format. Students will bring guided worksheets to help start conversations about daily job responsibilities, required education or training, and career growth opportunities. Approximately 500 students will be divided between the gym and cafeteria, with a mid-session rotation. To reserve your table, please complete this form by November 1st. We will provide more logistical information closer to the event once you confirm your attendance. We are deeply grateful for your time and partnership in helping our students discover their future paths!
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! Registration is not required, but it helps with planning. Click on the date to register for any of the following events:
Hear From Parents, Students, and Others at the Special Education Family Conference Opening Session: The annual Special Education Family Conference, Stronger Together: Connecting Families and Schools, will take place on Saturday, November 14, at Hayfield Secondary School. New this year, the conference will open with an inspiring panel discussion featuring voices from across our school community: an FCPS student, a high school principal, a community partner, and an FCPS parent. Panelists will share personal experiences and practical ideas for building supportive, inclusive communities where students can thrive both in and beyond the classroom. Register to attend and visit the Special Education Family Conference webpage to learn more about the panelists. Email questions to SpecialEdFamilyConf@fcps.edu.
Student Bus Passes Offer Free Transportation: All Fairfax County middle and high school students can get a Student Bus Pass SmarTrip card to ride the Fairfax Connector and Fairfax CUE buses for free! With the pass, fares are free from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week, all year. Learn more about the Student Pass and access the application, which can be returned to the front office.
Bus Discount Program for Adults: Fairfax Connector’s Transit Ridership Incentive Program (TRIP) provides 50% off fares for low-income residents ages 18-65. Learn more about the TRIP program and how to apply.
Conversaciones Comunitarias Directamente con la Dra. Reid: Acompáñenos en una serie de Conversaciones Comunitarias que se llevarán a cabo en diferentes lugares de la división escolar. Estas reuniones están abiertas a todos, incluyendo familias, estudiantes, y miembros de la comunidad. Puede asistir al evento que le resulte más conveniente, aunque no se lleve a cabo en su escuela o comunidad. No es necesario inscribirse, pero hacerlo nos ayuda con la planificación. Esta es una oportunidad para compartir sus opiniones, conversar directamente con la Dra. Reid y hacerle preguntas sobre temas importantes para nuestra comunidad de FCPS.
Escuche a padres, estudiantes y otros miembros de la comunidad durante la sesión de apertura de la Conferencia de Educación Especial para Familias: La Conferencia Anual de Educación Especial para Familias, Unidos somos más fuertes: conectando a las familias y las escuelas, se llevará a cabo el sábado, 14 de noviembre, en la Escuela Secundaria Hayfield. Como novedad este año, la conferencia comenzará con una inspiradora conversación en panel que reunirá diferentes voces de nuestra comunidad escolar: un estudiante de FCPS, un director de escuela secundaria, un aliado comunitario y un padre de familia de FCPS. Los panelistas compartirán experiencias personales e ideas prácticas para crear comunidades inclusivas y de apoyo donde los estudiantes puedan prosperar dentro y fuera del salón de clases. Inscríbase para asistir y visite la página de la Conferencia de Educación Especial para Familias para conocer más sobre los panelistas. Envíe sus preguntas a SpecialEdFamilyConf@fcps.edu.
Los Pases de Autobús Estudiantiles Ofrecen Transporte Gratuito: Todos los estudiantes de escuelas media y secundaria del Condado de Fairfax pueden obtener una “Student Bus Pass SmarTrip” o Tarjeta Inteligente de Pasaje Estudiantil para transportarse en los autobuses de “Fairfax Connector” y Fairfax CUE, ¡gratis! Con el pase, los viajes son gratuitos entre las 5 a.m. y las 10 p.m., siete días a la semana, durante todo el año. Conozca más acerca del Student Pass o Pase Estudiantil, y cómo acceder a la solicitud del mismo, la cual puede ser entregada en la oficina principal de la escuela.
Programa de Descuentos para Adultos en los Autobuses: El “Fairfax Connector’s Transit Ridership Incentive Program”, TRIP, o Programa de Insentivo a los Usuarios del Transporte Vial del “Fairfax Connector”, ofrece pases al 50% de descuento para residentes de bajos ingresos, que estén entre las edades de 18-65 años. Conozca más sobre el Programa TRIP y cómo solicitarlo.
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