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Woodson Weekly -
September 22nd

Woodson Weekly is published every Friday to provide the community with important information about school life at Woodson High School.

Mission Statement

Woodson High School’s mission is to empower our community to reach their individual potential by creating a healthy environment of mutual respect, responsibility, equity, and inclusion.

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Students are ready for tonight's Feeder Night/Hawaiian Themed Game

Important Upcoming Dates

Friday, September 22nd - Feeder Night Event and Football Game (#2)

Friday, September 22nd - Cav Kickoff Dance (#3)

Monday, September 25th - Yom Kippur, School Holiday

Friday, September 29th - SEL Opt-Out Deadline (#9)

Thursday, October 4th - World Languages Exam registration deadline (#15)

Saturday, October 7th, 9am-12pm - Senior Parking Lot Painting (rescheduled from September 23rd)

Monday, October 9th - Student Holiday, Staff Development Day

Wednesday, October 11th - PSAT/NMSQT and SAT School Day; Early Release (#6 No school for 9th graders and 12th graders not registered for the test.)

Sunday, October 15th, 4-7pm - FCPS College Fair, EagleBank Arena, GMU (#16)

Woodson's Integrated Events and Activities Calendar

In this Issue

NEW News

1. Message from Mr. Greata
2. Woodson Feeder Night
3. Cav Kickoff Dance Tonight
4. Blue Star Welcome Week
5. No School on Monday
6. October 11th - SAT and PSAT/NMSQT School Day
7. School Picture Retakes
8. Counselor Corner
9. Social Emotional Learning Screener Opt-Out Information
10. Laptop Tech Support Hours
11. We Need You for Career Day November 3!
12. Scoliosis Fact Sheet
13. College and Career Center

PAST News but Still Important

14. Attendance
15. World Languages Credit Exam
16. College Fair and Postsecondary Virtual Events
17. AP Exams for Students Not Enrolled in AP Courses
18. Woodson Math Center
19. Free Tutoring from Tutor.com
20. Resources For Mental Wellness
21. Class of 2024 Yard Signs
22. Senior Baby Ads for Yearbook
23. Order Your Woodson Yearbook
24. Woodson's PTSO

NEW News 1. Message from Mr. Greata

Dear Woodson Community:

We are so excited to “Hawaiian Out” and welcome our feeder school students at tonight’s football game! The Cavalry will be unstoppable with Fairfax Villa, Wakefield Forest, Mantua, Canterbury Woods, Little Run, Olde Creek, and Frost students joining our ranks. #OneWoodson

Here are the must know details for Feeder Night:

Feeder students K-8 get in free with a paying adult.
Students can arrive as early as 5:00 pm for fun and games
At 6:30 pm, students will line up in the end zone under the scoreboard and will be announced by school as they walk across the track. Then, students will run the 100-yard field from the east end zone back to the west end zone.
Prior to the game, our combined pyramid choir, led by choir teachers Amy Moir will sing the national anthem.

It has been great to meet many of our student leaders this past week. Thank you to John Scholla for leading such an insightful conversation with our Cav Congress. Our Cav Congress is a group of students that represent a cross section of our entire student body. They gather to consider day-to-day issues and operational decisions for Woodson.

As we look forward to the weekend, I want to remind you that there is no school on Monday, September 25th, a day that also marks the middle of the 1st quarter. I hope families will enjoy the long weekend and take advantage of the time to review their child’s academic progress in SIS ParentVUE. If you need to sign up for ParentVUE, view this link.

At sundown Sunday evening, September 24th, the Jewish holiday of Yom Kippur begins. Yom Kippur, also known as the Day of Atonement, is the holiest day of the year on the Jewish calendar. We hope that all in our Jewish community have an easy and meaningful fast.

Have a wonderful weekend and stay dry!!
Mr. Greata
Acting Principal
[email protected]

2. Woodson Feeder Night

Join the Woodson community for a night of fun at our Feeder Night football game tonight!

At 5pm there will be music, face painting, games, and more. At 6:30pm, students from all feeder schools will gather under the scoreboard and will be announced by school as they walk across the track. Then, students will run the 100-yard field from the east end zone back to the west end zone.

The combined choirs of the Woodson Pyramid schools will sing the National Anthem and then the football game will begin at 7pm.

Students in K-8 will have free entry to the game with a paying adult ($5/ticket).

3. Cav Kickoff Dance Tonight

The Cav Kickoff dance has been rescheduled for tonight, September 22nd, immediately following the home football game versus Alexandria City.

The cost of the dance is $1 and it will take place in the outdoor basketball courts near door 9. This annual tradition celebrates the opening of school and is a great way to finish off a Friday night of cheering.

The dance begins at 9:15pm or at the end of the football game (whichever comes first) and ends promptly at 11:00pm.

Admission is collected at the door.

4. Blue Star Welcome Week

Every year, approximately 600,000 military-connected families relocate. Most of these families move to new duty stations, while some transition out of the military and others transition in. Most of these moves take place over the summer, and Fairfax County Public Schools is committed to ensuring our military families feel welcomed and a sense of belonging to their local community.

Blue Star Welcome Week is an opportunity for our community to welcome our military-connected families and show them our appreciation for their service and sacrifices. Throughout the week, FCPS will help ease their transition through events, messages, actions of welcome, and opportunities to make meaningful connections.

Please help us welcome our military families during Blue Star Welcome Week, September 23 - October 1, 2023, and throughout the year! #BlueStarWelcomeWeekFCPS

5. No School on Monday

All FCPS schools and offices will be closed on Monday, September 25th, for Yom Kippur, the holiest day in Judaism. See the complete school year calendar. Learn more about Yom Kippur on Brittanica.com.

Representatives from each club, activity, program and sport gather to share their voice and participate in problem solving sessions throughout the year. Today was the first meeting for Cav Congress.

6. October 11th - SAT and PSAT/NMSQT School Day

Wednesday, October 11th is SAT and PSAT/NMSQT School Day and a 2-hour early release day.

All students in grades 10-11 will participate in the PSAT/NMSQT. No registration is required.

Only seniors who pre-registered for the test will take the SAT School Day.

More details will be shared directly with individual students via their fcpsschools.net email.

Students in grade 9 and those seniors not testing will not be in school on October 11th. There is no need to contact attendance for these students.

Special education students receiving Cat B services will be in school on October 11th.

7. School Picture Retakes

Underclass photo makeups will take place on Friday, October 13th. The next Senior portrait session dates are Monday-Tuesday, November 13th and 14th.

Scheduling information will be sent out in the coming weeks. For questions about ordering, please email [email protected] or [email protected].

Dissecting a frog in Mr. Jeffry's Human Anatomy & Physiology class.

8. Counselor Corner

School is in full swing! Counselors are working hard to settle students into the pace of this new year and are collaborating to support students' wellness and academic success. Woodson focuses on the Social and Emotional Learning of students, helping to support students where they are. As parents, you may support your learner’s social/emotional growth too. Here is a great video in English or Spanish to watch to understand social/emotional learning, what it is, and how it can be taught at home. We will share some resources and supports with 9th graders on 9/26 and 9/27. Our emphasis will be on starting the school year off well, getting connected to the Woodson community, and what resources are available to have a successful high school experience. We highlight our Woodson Wellness site and Freshman padlet from our main Student Services padlet (please bookmark).

Seniors! We have been privileged to support your journey through high school. We encourage you to be mindful of your upcoming application deadlines and request transcripts in time. We require 15 school days to process transcripts, secondary reports, and recommendation letters. Refer to the Senior Padlet for all the resources you need to sail through the application process. We support seniors every Wednesday morning in the Career Center before school- drop in and ask your application questions! Seniors may plan to join us in the Career Center for upcoming college application support sessions ahead of application deadlines during lunches on 10/6, 10/24, and 11/20.

Parents, from our main padlet, students may use the Academic Support padlet for content help sites, organization, test prep and other academic support resources. Math Peer Tutors are available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays after school (room B208) until 3:45 (late buses run on Tuesdays & Wednesdays). Where should you turn for questions or concerns regarding your student’s class? The content teacher is the expert and is ready to assist. Need a group conference? School Counselors may arrange one for you.

9. Social Emotional Learning Screener Opt-Out Information

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) commits to supporting all students’ mental wellness and social and emotional learning (SEL). The School Board has approved a screener to review students’ skills and experiences in these areas. FCPS staff will use the screener to identify strengths and needs for students in grades K-12. The screener provides information regarding students’ experiences and how staff can support their needs.

SEL skills include self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making. The screener will review these skills, as well as students’ relationships, feelings of belonging, feelings about their school environment, and mood. These factors are critical to positive academic, social, and emotional success.

If you do not want your student to take part in the SEL screener, please return the opt-out form found on the FCPS site to Student Services no later than Friday, September 29th.

Students exploring the properties of water in Biology lab.

10. Laptop Tech Support Hours

If students need FCPS laptop technical support at Woodson HS, please submit a ticket using the FCPS Parent/Student Tech Support Portal.

Our walk-in hours in Room A112/A114 are:

Odd Days during Learning Seminar
Monday - 7:45am - 8:10am

Any other time you should try to make an appointment using a ticket from the Support Portal.

Thank you,
Woodson HS Tech Support Team
[email protected]

11. We Need You for Career Day November 3!

Thank you Woodson Community for your response to our call for career day speakers. We are still looking for about 20 speakers. If you or anyone you know would be a good fit, please join us Nov. 3! We are looking to fill openings in all three sessions. If you can join us, please complete the google form here- https://forms.gle/Kqsw8NghqR3bkwbJ6.

We will provide speaker presentation guides, just something to help our speakers make the POG connections explicit, as well as detailed confirmation information.

Session 1: 9:20-10:10
Session 2: 10:20-11:10
Session 3: 11:20-12:05

Thank you for supporting our POG Career Day!
The Woodson POG Team

12. Scoliosis Fact Sheet

Fairfax County requires that each school notifies parents and guardians with educational information on scoliosis.

Scoliosis is a sideways curvature of the spine. It occurs in otherwise healthy children and can be a serious health problem if it becomes severe. For more information on scoliosis, please refer to the Scoliosis Fact Sheet.

For more resources regarding Student Safety and Wellness, please visit the School Health Services website.

The Math Center opened this week! Learn more at story #18

13. College & Career Center Information

IMPORTANT DATES – for more information, registration links & additional events, please visit the live Calendar below.

September 26 NOVA Info Table during All Lunches Cafeteria A&B

October 4 Military Recruiter Lunch Visits Wednesdays through May

October 6 Senior College Application Workshop All Lunches

October 11 PSAT/SAT Day

October 15 FCPS College Fair @ GMU

October 16&17 FCPS Virtual Postsecondary Nights

October 24 Senior College Application Workshop All Lunches

November 2 NOVA Info Visit for Juniors & Seniors

November 3 Woodson Career Day

November 13 Onsite Admissions University of Mary Washington

November 15 Onsite Admissions Radford University

November 20 Senior College Application Workshop All Lunches

November 28 ASVAB Test

November 29 Junior Information Night

January 30 FCPS Gap Year Fair @ Marshall HS

February 13 U.S. Service Academy & ROTC Program Info Night @ Madison HS

March 13 Sophomore College Night

April 3 Junior Focus Day

Please visit the live Calendar below for more information & events, registration links, and our College Rep Visit Schedule for next week. Students must go to Naviance to sign up for the College Rep Visits and then create their own E-Hall Pass to the Career Center. Visit Notes and Rep Contact Info can be accessed on our College Rep Visits Padlet. Are you looking for scholarships & extracurricular opportunities? Please read the Woodson College & Career Center Newsletters. Resources for Resume Building, Military Options, Apprenticeships/Trade Schools and more can be found on the Woodson College & Career Padlets. Questions? Please email [email protected].

PAST News but Still Important 14. Attendance

Attendance is critical to student success in the classroom.

Parents/guardians must contact the attendance office (703-503-4800) to report attendance; emails and online forms will no longer be accepted to notify our school of your student’s absence. Woodson is not monitoring or accepting any absences submitted via email. Due to an excessive number of forgeries, the online attendance form is currently disabled.

Below is a quick guide for reporting all-day absences, late arrivals, and early check-outs from school.

15. World Languages Credit Exam

The 2023 World Languages Credit Exam will be administered on Wednesday-Thursday, November 8, 9, and Monday, November 13, 2023.

Thirty languages will be included: American Sign Language (ASL), Amharic, Arabic, Bengali, Chinese (Mandarin), Farsi, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Nepali, Pashto, Portuguese, Punjabi, Russian, Sanskrit, Somali, Spanish, Tagalog, Tamil, Telugu, Tigrinya, Turkish, Twi, Urdu, and Vietnamese.

Registration is open and will close on Thursday, October 5th at 4:00 p.m. Late registrations will not be accepted. Contact your counselor to register.

16. College Fair and Postsecondary Virtual Events

High school students and their families are invited to attend the annual FCPS college fair and the postsecondary virtual nights. The college fair will feature admissions representatives from more than 250 colleges and universities from across the United States and abroad. The fair will be held at George Mason University’s Eagle Bank Arena on Sunday, October 15, 4-7 p.m.

The postsecondary virtual nights will be held on Monday, October 16, and Tuesday, October 17, 5-8 p.m. The virtual event will feature workshops related to the college admissions process, financial aid, and other postsecondary educational opportunities.

Students are highly encouraged to register in advance for these events.

17. AP Exams for Students Not Enrolled in AP Courses

Woodson HS offers AP tests for students not enrolled in AP classes based on seat availability/test room capacity.

Non-enrolled students wanting to take the AP test will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. The cost for each exam is $98.00.

Registration forms are available in Student Services. The deadline to register is Friday, October 27th.

18. Woodson Math Center

The Woodson Math Center is open!

Peer math tutors are available after school Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursday from 3:00-3:45pm in B208.

Look for the Math Center Flag. Tutors are excited to help students!

19. Free Tutoring from Tutor.com

All FCPS students continue to have unlimited access to live, 24/7, one-on-one online tutoring services through Tutor.com at no cost to families. Student participation is optional and parents/caregivers can opt their student(s) out of accessing the services. Get more information on the Tutor.com Online Tutoring Services webpage.

Students can access Tutor.com via a link in Schoology. Additional information about how to log in and access a tutor is provided to families via the following: Middle & High - How It Works. Questions not answered in the posted resources may be sent to [email protected].

20. Resources for Mental Wellness

All FCPS high school students can access virtual therapy sessions with licensed counselors from Hazel Health at no cost.

Hazel’s therapists — who specialize in working with teens — can help students address mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss, anxiety, peer and family relationships, and academic stress.

For high schoolers to participate in teletherapy services, caregivers must:

Give permission for FCPS to share basic demographic information with Hazel in ParentVUE.
Consent for Hazel Health services.

Students must be referred to therapy by a caregiver or designated school staff member.

Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

21. Class of 2024 Yard Signs

The 2024 yard signs are here! Please email woodsonangp@gmail to order. You will receive an email confirming your purchase, and where and how to pick up your order.

Attention Freshman, Sophomore and Junior Parents!

Do you have fun planning and organizing fun events? Ready to volunteer for a spectacular Woodson HS event? Your mad skills are needed for the Woodson All Night Grad Party at The St. James!! Underclass parents are needed to help senior parents focus on this big year. Then one day, underclass parents will do the same for your soon-to-be senior. Everyone wins! Questions? Send an email to Katie Clinton at [email protected].

22. Senior Baby Ads for Yearbook

Deadline: January 27, 2024

Celebrate your senior with a baby ad in the yearbook! Visit www.yearbookordercenter.com and type in Woodson’s code – 5278. Select the option to “Start your Ad” and create your own ad celebrating your 2024 grad.

The photo below is a half-page baby ad.

23. Order Your Woodson Yearbook NOW

Purchase your yearbook at the lowest price of the year!

Last year, our yearbooks sold out!!! Reserve your copy now at the early-bird price of $70. Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com and enter Woodson’s code, 5278.

Don’t miss out!

24. Woodson's PTSO

Our mission is to make every child’s potential a reality by engaging and empowering families and communities to advocate for all children.

PTSO meetings take place the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7pm online. The link to join will be sent out in the PTSO WeMail on Tuesday afternoons.

Whether you are a new or returning WTW parent, please get involved in any way that works for you. Here are some quick links to get you started:

Join our PTSO
Make a Donation
Sign up for one of our Volunteer Opportunities
Ask a local business to become a Business or Community Sponsor
Find WT Woodson on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter
Go shopping! Amazon, Office Depot, groceries, etc. Link your accounts and a portion of your sales will go to our school!

Mental Health Resources | 24/7 Emergency Numbers

If you are in crisis, text NEEDHELP to 85511, call 1-800-273-TALK, or dial 911; TTY dial 711

CrisisLink Regional Hotline: 703-527-4077 (CrisisLink is a hotline for individuals in crisis or family/friends seeking guidance for how to help a loved one)

Dominion Hospital Assessment and Referral Line: 703-536-2000

Inova Emergency Services: 703-289-7560

Mobile Crisis Unit: 1-844-627-4747

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK or 1-800-SUICIDE

Merrifield Center Emergency Services: 703-573-5679; TTY dial 711 (The Merrifield Center of the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board, offers a range of clinical programming. Emergency Services, staffed 24 hours per day, seven days per week, works with people in psychiatric crisis who need immediate attention.)

Plan D Nova https://www.plandnova.org/ (a website for Northern Virginia teens who suffer from depression: #breakthestigma)

9525 Main Street Fairfax, VA 22031 | Main Office: 703.503.4600
Attendance: 703.503.4800 | Web | Facebook | Twitter

Feeder Night This Friday 9/22!

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Cavalier Athletics

For more information on teams and coaches, please visit our Woodson Athletics website at www.woodsonsports.com

Reminder: Backpacks, outside food/drinks, and athletic equipment are not allowed inside the Stadium at Football Games. Show your Woodson spirit by purchasing spiritwear! If you can't make the game this Friday to buy in person, visit our website. Orders can be shipped or picked up at Woodson in the Main Office once orders are processed.

Purchase Online Here

Other Important Links

Activity Registration - wtwoodson-ar.rschooltoday.com

Woodson Athletics - www.woodsonsports.com

FCPS Student Athletics - www.fcps.edu/activities/student-athletics

NFHS Network Live Streaming- https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/schools/w-t-woodson-high-school-fairfax-va

E-Tix Link- https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/16311/wtwoodson-high-school-athletics

#CAVSTRONG #oneWoodson

W. T. Woodson High School Athletics & Activities: Web | Facebook | Twitter

Woodson PTSO WeMail - September 19

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The Woodson Pnettes celebrating National Dance Day!

WeMail is distributed every Tuesday to update the Woodson community on PTSO news, school news, and upcoming events.

SCHEDULE REMINDERS
PTSO NEWS
WOODSON NEWS & EVENTS
CAVS SPORTS
FUNDRAISERS
RESOURCES FOR WOODSON STUDENTS, PARENTS & FAMILIES
FCPS NEWS & EVENTS
RECURRING NEWS & RESOURCES

SCHEDULE REMINDERS

THIS WEEK

Monday, September 18th, 6:30pm - Parents for Safe Teen Driving Seminar, Auditorium

Saturday, September 23rd, 9am-12pm - Senior Parking Lot Painting

NEXT WEEK

Monday, September 25th - School Holiday; Yom Kippur

LOOKING AHEAD

Monday, October 9th - Student Holiday; Staff Development Day

Wednesday, October 11th - PSAT/NMSQT and SAT School Day PSAT/NMSQT and SAT School Day; Early Release (No school for 9th graders and 12th graders not registered for the test.)

Saturday, October 21st - Homecoming Dance

Monday, December 18th-Monday, January 1st - Winter Break

Monday, March 25th-Friday, March 29th - Spring Break

Saturday, May 11th - Senior Prom

Thursday, June 6th, 2pm - Graduation for the Class of 2024 at EagleBank Arena, GMU

Wednesday, June 12th - Last Day of School

The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

PTSO NEWS The PTSO Fall Grant Application is Now Open!

This fall, the PTSO has $4300 to award in total for all grants. Our hope is to do our best to accommodate your request or some portion of it.

Applications can be submitted by students, teachers, staff, and parents with a specific request for funding their club, organization, group, or department. Before submitting a grant request, applicants must have discussed/reviewed their request with a teacher, club sponsor, department head, or Director of Student Activities, Blair Smith, when applicable.

Please answer all questions with as much information as possible so the PTSO has a clear understanding of your request and how it will help staff and/or students at WT Woodson.

CLICK TO APPLY NOW!

Woodson PTSO Officer Board for 2023-24 School Year

Sara Mastro / Co-President / [email protected]
Becky Daw / Co-President / [email protected]
Lena McGinn / Membership Director / [email protected]
Diane Raffaele / Recording Secretary / [email protected]
Kyle Durbin / Treasurer / [email protected]
Sara Mastro / WTW PTSO Grant Program / [email protected]
Nicole Spindler / Communications Director / [email protected]
Amy Zganjar / Enrichment Director / [email protected]
Vacant / Fundraising Director / Would you like to volunteer? Contact the PTSO Co-President(s)

WOODSON NEWS & EVENTS Vision & Hearing Screening Volunteers Needed

10th Grade Parents: Vision and Hearing screenings for 10th graders will happen during PE periods on Wednesday, October 18th, and Thursday, October 19th.

We are looking for 3-5 parent volunteers for part of the day or the whole day. If you are interested in volunteering please reach out to Amanda Yanchus, Public Health Nurse at [email protected].

Woodson Library’s own mascot, Indy! Indy wants you to send photos of your pets reading to @woodsonlibrary on Instagram.

Cav Kickoff Dance Rescheduled - September 22nd

The Cav Kickoff dance has been rescheduled for Friday, September 22nd, immediately following the home football game versus Alexandria City.

The dance begins at 9:15pm or at the end of the football game (whichever comes first) and ends promptly at 11:00pm.

Admission is collected at the door.

Senior Baby Ads for Yearbook

Deadline: January 27, 2024

The photo below is a half-page baby ad.

College & Career Center Information

IMPORTANT DATES – for more information, registration links & additional events, please visit the live Calendar below.

October 4 Military Recruiter Lunch Visits Wednesdays through May

October 6 Senior College Application Workshop All Lunches

October 11 PSAT/SAT Day

October 15 FCPS College Fair @ GMU

October 16&17 FCPS Virtual Postsecondary Nights

October 24 Senior College Application Workshop All Lunches

November 3 Woodson Career Day

November 20 Senior College Application Workshop All Lunches

November 28 ASVAB Test

November 29 Junior Information Night

January 30 FCPS Gap Year Fair @ Marshall HS

February 13 U.S. Service Academy & ROTC Program Info Night @ Madison HS

March 13 Sophomore College Night

April 3 Junior Focus Day

Please visit the live Calendar below for more information & events, registration links, and our College Rep Visit Schedule for next week.

Students must go to Naviance to sign up for the College Rep Visits and then create their own E-HallPass to the Career Center. Visit Notes and Rep Contact Info can be accessed on our College Rep Visits Padlet.

Woodson College & Career Center Newsletters, Resume Building, Military, Apprenticeships/Trade Schools resources and more can be found on the Woodson College & Career Padlets. Questions? Please email [email protected].

Woodson Marching Cavaliers compete in the first marching band competition of the season

The Woodson Marching Cavaliers will compete in the first marching band competition of the season at the South County Invitational, a Virginia Marching Band Cooperative (VMBC) competition being hosted at South County High School (8501 Silverbrook Road, Lorton, VA) on Saturday the 23rd of September. The marching band class that Woodson competes in starts at 7:30 PM and Woodson’s show time is at 8:00 PM. Other area bands will also be competing at this invitational which starts with the smallest band class at 2:30 PM. Come out and support the Marching Cavaliers as they perform their fall season competition show Fabergé.

Admission for ages 5 and up is $10. For more information check out the VMBC event webpage HERE. All competing bands schedule can be found HERE.

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 2023-2024. Seminars will begin at 6:30 p.m. and will take place in the Woodson Auditorium.

Wednesday, November 15th
Monday, February 12th
Monday, April 15th

Questions? Please contact David O'Hara at [email protected].

Woodson Career Day - Looking for Speakers

Passionate about your work? Interested in sharing your career path with students? Please consider speaking at our 2nd annual Portrait of a Graduate Career Day on Friday, November 3rd from 8:30am-12:10pm!

On this day we are looking for guest speakers to share what they do, how they got started, successes, challenges, and what they learned in high school that they are still using on a daily basis.

If you are available November 3rd and would like to know more about the day please email Katherine Stransky at [email protected]. If you have already decided to speak that day please complete the speaker form linked here.

For the most up to date information on activities and ongoing events at Woodson, please follow us on Instagram at @woodsoncavalry AND @wtwoodsonhs.

You can also follow your class at: @wt_woodson2024 OR @wt_woodson2025 OR @wt_woodson2026 OR @wt_woodson2027.

Athletics - @woodsoncavathletics

Student Services - @wtwstudentsvcs

College & Career Center - @wtwcareercenter

And, follow the Woodson PTSO on Facebook!

FUNDRAISERS Class of 2024 Yard Signs

The 2024 yard signs are here! Click HERE to purchase one online! You will receive an email confirming your purchase, and where and how to pick up your order.

Attention Freshman, Sophomore and Junior Parents!

WTW Crew Restaurant Night

Thursday, September 21 from 4-8pm

10296 Main Street, Fairfax VA 22030

If placing an online order, enter offer code Giving25 at checkout.

Woodson Chorus Boosters

The next Booster Meeting for Chorus Parents is tomorrow, Wednesday, September 20, 7pm in the Chorus Room. All are invited!

Woodson Pyramid Sings the National Anthem - On Friday, September 22, the Woodson Pyramid choral groups are invited to sing the National Anthem at Woodson’s Home Football Game. Meet in the Woodson Auditorium between at 6:15 pm. Hawaiian Out!

Restaurant Night

Mark your calendar for Chorus Restaurant Night at Noodles & Company!

Tuesday, September 26 from 4-8pm

10296 Main Street Fairfax, VA 22030

*If placing an online order, enter code Giving25 at checkout.

New Chorus Spiritwear! Don’t miss our new designs for the 2023-2024 school year! Please click here to order shirts/sweatshirts and follow this link for new pj pants. Orders are due by Friday, 9/29/23. If you would like to order other gear: Tumbler $15; Car/Fridge Magnet $7; Car Sticker $3, please contact Amy Quigley [email protected]. Amy will be at the Booster Meeting on Wednesday, 9/20-if you would like a tumbler/magnet/sticker, look for her there!

Senior Class of 2024 Legacy Bricks

Buy a Brick and create a Lasting Legacy for your Woodson Student!

The brick courtyard in front of the school between the main entrance and the auditorium still has plenty of room for bricks for you to honor your special student or alumni. Individual bricks cost: $100. They make great graduation presents for Seniors, or as a legacy for all the members of your family!

To purchase, visit the Woodson PTSO PTBOARD website HERE. If you prefer, you can mail the brick order form (LINK HERE) to the school with a check.

All orders are due no later than April 14, 2024. Plan accordingly!

If you have questions, or for more info contact Shane or Katherine Gilbert at [email protected]

STUDENT DRIVER MAGNETS

Magnets are $8.00 each or 3 for $20.00. You can order online HERE. Magnets are delivered to your door contact free! We will also be selling magnets at all the Partners for Safe Teen Driving seminars which are held throughout the year at the Woodson Auditorium.

If you have any questions contact Shane or Katherine Gilbert at [email protected]

CAV SPORTS

Senior Night for Woodson Golf.

This Weeks Schedule Tuesday, September 19th

Field Hockey vs. Alexandria City 5:00/6:15/7:00pm (Home)

Volleyball vs Yorktown 5:00/6:00/7:15pm (Home)

Cross Country All Comers Meet @ Burke Lake 5:00p, (Away)

Wednesday, September 20th

Golf vs. Alexandria City @ANCC-ARL 4:00pm (Away)

Thursday, September 21th

Freshman/JV Football @ Alexandria City 5:30/7:00pm (Away)

Field Hockey @ Robinson 6:15/7:00pm (Away)

Friday, September 22nd

Varsity Football vs. Alexandria City (FEEDER NIGHT) 7:00pm (Home)

Saturday, September 23rd

Cross Country @ Braddock Relays (LBSS) 4:00pm (Away)

Varsity Field Hockey Highlights

The Cavs beat Langley 4-3 in a physical overtime thriller with Astrid Maslin scoring the winning goal on a penalty corner with 23 seconds left. The goal was set up via a surgical pass by Reese Cuviello to a sprinting Julia Oleyar who Langley fouled to prevent a goal. Woodson had taken an early lead with goals from Oleyar, Amanda Lee, and Alex Walrath only to see Langley rally to tie the game in the fourth quarter.

Ice Hockey Club:

The Woodson Ice Hockey Club hosted its annual Kickoff Dinner on Monday night, September 11th, where the members and their parents gathered to learn about events scheduled for this upcoming year. The next event is an evaluation skate for members who are interested in playing in actual games. The evaluation skate will take place on Monday, September 25th from 10:20 am to 11:40 am at The St. James. If interested, please contact Royce Edington at [email protected] so he can provide the required forms that must be completed before players can take the ice. The club will field teams at both the Varsity and Junior Varsity level this year. Additionally, the club plans to continue its tradition of skating with the Cool Cats, a hockey team made up of developmentally challenged players, as well as its annual Alumni Game to celebrate over 20 years of Woodson Hockey, which we are proud to say that each year we get players who graduated over 10 to 15 years ago back out on the ice to play against the current team……because their experience with Woodson Hockey means that much to them! Finally, the Woodson Ice Hockey Club will continue its partnership with Hockey Night in Northern Virginia (HNINOVA) to provide opportunities for students to get experience doing a variety of jobs covering local high school hockey games.

We hope the student body and staff come to cheer the team on at games this year!

Disclaimer: Opportunities offered by organizations other than Fairfax County Public Schools are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the Fairfax County School Board, the Superintendent, or a specific school. These opportunities may utilize technology tools that have not been assessed by the Fairfax County Public Schools Department of Information Technology. Students should gain permission from their parent or guardian before engaging in any non-FCPS enrichment opportunity and families should review the Terms of Service, User Agreements, and Privacy Policy for any technology platform that the enrichment opportunity may use before participating.

RESOURCES FOR WOODSON STUDENTS, PARENTS & FAMILIES Woodson Math Center

The Woodson Math Center is opening on Wednesday, September 20th. Peer math tutors will be available after school Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 3:00-3:45pm in B208. Look for the Math Center Flag. Tutors are excited to help students!

FREE Virtual SAT/PSAT Math Prep:

Rick Neifeld is again offering free weekly Zoom sessions for SAT/PSAT Math preparation. See his signup sheet for more details and to get on the weekly email notification list, here:

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Qk1Hq_y-nIuxLC_eZVqhhe2mye0AYZ1DYub5eDB-F_w/edit#gid=717310232

Next will will review problems from released test 10, here: https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/media/pdf/sat-practice-test-10.pdf

Free Tutoring from Tutor.com

FCPS NEWS & EVENTS Congressional App Challenge

Congressman Gerry Connolly’s office is once again participating in the Congressional App Challenge and is inviting students in the district to register.

The Congressional App Challenge serves as an opportunity for high school students to be more engaged in coding in their district. Every year, Members of Congress challenge students in their districts to create and submit their original apps for a chance to win the Congressional App Challenge (CAC). Each challenge is district specific. U.S. Representatives publicly recognize their winning teams, and each winning app may be put on display in the U.S. Capitol Building for one year.

Winning apps are eligible to be displayed in the US Capitol Building and featured on the House of Representatives’ website, House.gov

Winning students are invited to #HouseofCode Capitol Hill Reception in Washington D.C.

Additional sponsor prizes TBA!

For more information, please visit: https://www.congressionalappchallenge.us/

To register, please visit: https://www.congressionalappchallenge.us/students/student-registration/

Our district’s 2022 winning app can be found here: https://www.congressionalappchallenge.us/22-VA11/

For more information and questions, please feel free to contact Fatima Malik at [email protected].

COLLEGE FAIR RECURRING NEWS & RESOURCES Woodson Calendar for ALL Events

Did you know Woodson has an integrated calendar where you can find ALL school events? From the Odd/Even calendar to sports events, testing schedule to club meetings, this calendar has all you need to know!

You can select a category of events you want to see and then filter to target events that interest you. Categories include - Senior Class, Testing, 3rd Period, Athletics, Fine & Performing Arts, etc.

Bookmark this link to quickly access Woodson's events!

Attendance

Attendance is critical to student success in the classroom.

If your student will be absent from school, a parent/guardian must notify the attendance office.

Below is a quick guide for reporting all-day absences, late arrivals, and early check-outs from school.

Order Your Woodson Yearbook NOW

Purchase your yearbook at the lowest price of the year!

Yearbooks for the 23-24 school year are available to order starting Friday, August 18th.

Last year, our yearbooks sold out!!! Reserve your copy now at the early-bird price of $70. Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com and enter Woodson’s code, 5278.

Don’t miss out!

Hazel Health: Virtual Therapy Services

Teletherapy services will continue to be available for all FCPS high school students at no cost this summer. Sessions can be scheduled Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Hazel’s highly-qualified therapists specialize in speaking “teen.”

Caregivers must first opt in their students to access Hazel Health. Then, a caregiver or school counselor, social worker, or psychologist can refer the student to Hazel for services. Learn more on the FCPS teletherapy webpage.

Immunization Requirements for Seniors

The Code of Virginia requires all students to be immunized against certain communicable diseases prior to entrance into Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS).

All students entering twelfth grade will be required to receive one dose of Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) administered at age 16 or older, and prior to the beginning of school.

Twelfth grade students cannot begin school in August without proper Meningococcal documentation.

Please provide one of the following documents to Darlene Sheppard at dmsheppard@fcps.edu as soon as possible:

An updated immunization record showing that the student has received the Meningococcal vaccine.
A note on a healthcare provider’s letterhead stating the date the Meningococcal vaccine was given.
A healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
A notarized Religious Exemption Form which is available online

Immunizations are available from your student's healthcare provider or the Fairfax County Health Department. The Health Department clinic locations and hours are available online at: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/health/immunization/school or by calling 703-246-2411.

Please contact Darlene Sheppard at [email protected] if you have any questions.

Updates to High School Transcripts

In order to increase transparency on high school transcripts, FCPS has updated high school course titles for courses that receive additional 0.5 or 1.0 weighting.

For all enrolled high school students in the 2023-24 school year and beyond, high school course titles will now reflect:

An HN (Honors) for any course that has a 0.5 additional weighting.

An AV (Advanced), AP (Advanced Placement), DE (Dual Enrollment), or IB (International Baccalaureate) for any course that has a 1.0 additional weighting.

The new AV label was created to address several college-level courses that previously had a 1.0 additional weighting without a designation. The course title changes will apply to all weighted courses across all high schools.

Seniors who have already started to enter their senior year course lists through any college applications should review their course list to ensure they include appropriate course titles.

For additional information, including how to access transcripts, please visit FCPS’ website.

Updates on Grading Policies

FCPS’ Grading Policy has been updated for the 2023-24 school year. The following changes were based on input from students, teachers, parents/caregivers, principals, and staff:

FCPS will maintain the current late work policy. Teachers must accept major assignments up to two weeks late. The maximum deduction for that time period is 10%. The current policy, when applied correctly, balances accountability and flexibility.

Teachers may now give zeroes for assignments that are not turned in. Students who make a reasonable effort to finish an assignment will get a minimum grade of 50%.

A rolling gradebook gives students more chances to show they understand material. Teachers who use a rolling gradebook must use reassessment and grading replacement practices that allow students to update learning from past quarters.

For teachers using a traditional gradebook, the lowest quarter grade that can be issued is 50%.

In the 2024-25 school year, all grades will be on a 100-point scale, with 50% as the minimum grade for submitted assignments. All high school credit-bearing classes will use the new scale next school year.

Parent Information Lines Available in Eight Languages

Parents 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.

FCPS Annual Public Notice: Career and Technical Education

FCPS’ Career and Technical Education Program offers a variety of career and technical programs to all middle and high school students. The program areas include the following:

Business and Information Technology

Family and Consumer Sciences

Health and Medical Sciences

Marketing

Technology and Engineering Education

Trade and Industrial Education

For more information about Career and Technical Education call 571-423-4526 or visit the Career and Technical Education webpage. Visit ADA accommodations for more information or request accommodations.

Lightspeed Parent Report on Child’s Device Activity

FCPS has tools to help parents know more about their child’s activity on any FCPS device. These tools are provided at no cost to families by Lightspeed, the school division’s internet content filtering service.

Parents may sign up for a weekly Parent Report, which will provide a list of the top sites your child visited. The report also offers parents the ability to sign up for free access to the Internet Use Parent Portal. Through the portal, parents may pause their child’s access to the internet on their FCPS device during non-school hours.

Learn more about Lightspeed Parent Reports.

Coping Strategies for Anxiety, Depression, and Stress: A Two-Part Series

Join Dr. Erin Berman, a Clinical Psychologist at the National Institute of Mental Health in Bethesda, Maryland for these important sessions helping children cope with anxiety, depression, and stress.

Part 1 Highlights:

How to identify a child with anxiety or depression

The science and biological roots of anxiety in children

Interventions and considerations in dealing with children with anxiety and depression

Current treatment options (medications & CBT: cognitive behavioral therapy)

Strategies and tips for supporting your children with anxiety and depression

Part 2 Highlights:

Identify stress in children of all ages

Explain common sources of stress

Provide strategies for lowering stress levels so that all caregivers can benefit

Part 1: 10/27/23 10-11:30 a.m Share this event with others.

Part 2: 11/10/23 10-11:30 a.m Share this event with others.

Building Family and School Partnerships for Twice Exceptional (2e) Students K-12

When schools and families collaborate all children succeed. Join Nonye Oladimeji, FCPS Educational Specialist for AAP Twice Exceptional (2e) children as she explores successful ways schools and families can collaborate.

Webinar Highlights:

How to use your child's strengths and challenges to identify and advocate for their needs

How to work with your child’s school team to develop strategies to help them feel safe while helping them stretch, struggle, and grow.

How to collaborate with multiple experts to identify activities both in and out of school that build on your child’s strengths.

How to partner with school staff to address your child’s social and emotional needs

Friday October 6, 2023, 10-11:30 a.m. Share this event with others.

SIBSHOPS: An Exciting, In-person Workshop for Brothers and Sisters of Children with Special Needs!

The Sibshop workshops are for children in grades 2-6 enrolled in Fairfax County Public Schools who have siblings with special needs to:

Meet other siblings in a relaxed setting.

Celebrate the many contributions made by brothers and sisters of children with special needs.

Share sibling experiences and receive peer support.

Play games and have fun!

Monday, October 9, 2023, 9 a.m.- noon at Providence Community Center

Presented by FCPS School Social Work Services

View the individual event page if you would like to share this event with others.

What Your 11th & 12th Graders Are Learning in School About Drugs and How You Can Talk with Them *presented in English

Students in grades 11 and 12 will receive drug lessons about substance misuse. Join Tiffany Jones, FCPS Senior Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist as she helps you understand the curriculum and how you might communicate with your child.

Webinar highlights:

Find out what your children are learning about drugs in the 11th and 12th-grade drug lessons at their schools.

Prepare yourself to discuss what they are learning in school about substance misuse.

Gain practice skills to have important conversations about substances

Friday, October 13, 2023, 10-11:30 a.m. Share this event with others. *presented in English

Register for What Your 11th & 12th Graders Are Learning in School About Drugs and How You Can Talk with Them - presented in English

What Your 11th & 12th Graders Are Learning in School About Drugs and How You Can Talk with Them *presented in Spanish

Students in grades 11 and 12 will receive drug lessons about substance misuse. Join Bryan Villalobos and Diana Vera, FCPS Substance Abuse Prevention Specialists as they help you understand the curriculum and how you might communicate with your child.

Webinar highlights:

Find out what your children are learning about drugs in the 11th and 12th-grade drug lessons at their schools.

Prepare yourself to discuss what they are learning in school about substance misuse.

Gain practice skills to have important conversations about substances

Friday, October 20, 2023, 10-11:30 a.m. Share this event with others. *presented in Spanish

Register for What Your 11th & 12th Graders Are Learning in School About Drugs and How You Can Talk with Them - presented in Spanish

Quick Links to Additional Resources

Woodson Athletics Week of September 18th

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Cavalier Athletics

For more information on teams and coaches, please visit our Woodson Athletics website at www.wtwoodsonsports.com

This Weeks Schedule Monday, September 18th

No Events Scheduled

Tuesday, September 19th

Field Hockey vs. Alexandria City 5:00/6:15/7:00pm (Home)

Volleyball vs Yorktown 5:00/6:00/7:15pm (Home)

Cross Country All Comers Meet @ Burke Lake 5:00p, (Away)

Wednesday, September 20th

Golf vs. Alexandria City @ANCC-ARL 4:00pm (Away)

Thursday, September 21th

Freshman/JV Football @ Alexandria City 5:30/7:00pm (Away)

Field Hockey @ Robinson 6:15/7:00pm (Away)

Friday, September 22nd

Varsity Football vs. Alexandria City (FEEDER NIGHT) 7:00pm (Home)

Saturday, September 23rd

Cross Country @ Braddock Relays (LBSS) 4:00pm (Away)

Other Important Links

Activity Registration - wtwoodson-ar.rschooltoday.com

Woodson Athletics - www.woodsonsports.com

FCPS Student Athletics - www.fcps.edu/activities/student-athletics

NFHS Network Live Streaming- https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/schools/w-t-woodson-high-school-fairfax-va

E-Tix Link- https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/16311/wtwoodson-high-school-athletics

#CAVSTRONG #oneWoodson

W. T. Woodson High School Athletics & Activities: Web | Facebook | Twitter

Woodson Weekly - September 15th

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Woodson Weekly -
September 15th

Woodson Weekly is published every Friday to provide the community with important information about school life at Woodson High School.

Mission Statement

Woodson High School’s mission is to empower our community to reach their individual potential by creating a healthy environment of mutual respect, responsibility, equity, and inclusion.

To read this newsletter in other languages, please visit our website.

Para leer este mensaje en otros idiomas, podrán ver las traducciones automáticas en nuestro sitio web.

Welcome to Woodson, Acting Principal Mr. Greata!

Important Upcoming Dates

Saturday, September 16th - Religious and Cultural Observance Day - Rosh Hashana

Monday, September 18th, 6:30pm - Parents for Safe Teen Driving Seminar, Auditorium (#3)

Friday, September 22nd - Cav Kickoff Dance rescheduled (#5)

Saturday, September 23rd, 9am-12pm - Senior Parking Lot Painting

Monday, September 25th - Yom Kippur Holiday

Friday, September 29th - SEL Opt-Out Deadline (#6)

Thursday, October 4th - World Languages Exam registration deadline (#14)

Monday, October 9th - Student Holiday, Staff Development Day

Wednesday, October 11th - PSAT/NMSQT and SAT School Day; Early Release (# 7 No school for 9th graders and 12th graders not registered for the test.)

Woodson's Integrated Events and Activities Calendar

In this Issue

NEW News

1. Message from Mr. Greata
2. Underclass Pictures Available Online
3. Partners for Safe Teen Driving Seminars
4. Woodson Math Center
5. Cav Kickoff Dance Rescheduled
6. Social Emotional Learning Screener Opt-Out Information
7. October 11th - SAT and PSAT/NMSQT School Day
8. National Merit Semifinalists
9. AP Exams for Students Not Enrolled in AP Courses
10. Senior Baby Ads for Yearbook
11. College Fair and Postsecondary Virtual Events
12. College and Career Center

PAST News but Still Important

13. Attendance
14. World Languages Credit Exam
15. Schedule Change Request Process
16. Free Tutoring from Tutor.com
17. A Great School Year Starts With Mental Wellness
18. Class of 2024 Yard Signs
19. Woodson Career Day - Looking for Speakers
20. Order Your Woodson Yearbook
21. Woodson's PTSO

NEW News 1. Message from Mr. Greata

Dear Woodson Community:

I was so grateful to see all of our families at Back to School Night yesterday. What a fabulous evening! It is so important to our staff that we connect with families and lay the groundwork for a strong partnership at the beginning of the year. It makes all of the difference for the rest of the year. I would like to thank all our staff that were involved in the planning and presentation of the evening. And a huge shout out to our leadership students for providing directions, assistance, and spirit!

Woodson was rocking on Wednesday, as our whole community gave Dr. Carlyn Floyd the send off she deserves. Dr. Floyd was paraded throughout the entire school, as students and staff lined the halls and cheered her on. Dr. Floyd’s impact on the Woodson community, both as the Director of Student Services and as the Principal, cannot be understated. She has built a culture and community that supports one another in our pursuit of what is best for all students. Her impact will forever reverberate the halls like echoes of Wednesday’s parade. We all wish her the best in her new position and look forward to seeing her at games, performances, and other Woodson events!

On a personal note, I want to thank you all for such a warm welcome back to Woodson! I am thrilled to join this community again and have been touched by all of the well wishes and welcome backs. I look forward to working with the incredible Woodson staff each and every day on behalf of our students.

This week, the Fairfax County School Board sponsored a Forum Request to initiate a name change for Woodson High School and to consider Dr. Carter G. Woodson as a new name. Today begins a period of public comment which includes an online feedback form and two community meetings. All information about the name change process, as well as additional historical information can be found on the Woodson High School Renaming webpage.

From September 15 to October 15, FCPS recognizes and celebrates the histories and cultures of the members of our community who trace their heritage to Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. I invite you to learn more about National Hispanic Heritage Month at this site.

L’Shana Tovah to our Jewish community celebrating Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year! Rosh Hashanah is one of Judaism’s holiest days and marks the beginning of the Days of Awe, a 10-day period of introspection that ends with Yom Kippur. This evening is an FCPS religious and cultural observance and there are no student activities this evening.

Have a wonderful weekend!
Mr. Greata
Acting Principal
[email protected]

Farewell, Dr. Floyd!

2. Underclass Pictures Available Online

Student images are now online. Parents - be on the lookout for an email from Victor O'Neill Studios with your child's image. If you do not see an email in your inbox, check the spam/junk folder.

Any student who has not had a chance to order, it’s not too late! Please visit: vosphoto.com/uc, use your child's student ID when prompted for the online code.

For questions regarding school pictures please email: [email protected]

3. Partners for Safe Teen Driving Seminars

Monday, September 18th
Wednesday, November 15th
Monday, February 12th
Monday, April 15th

Questions? Please contact David O'Hara at [email protected].

4. Woodson Math Center

The Woodson Math Center is opening on Wednesday, September 20th.

Peer math tutors will be available after school Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 3:00-3:45pm in B208.

Look for the Math Center Flag. Tutors are excited to help students!

5. Cav Kickoff Dance Rescheduled - September 22nd

The Cav Kickoff dance has been rescheduled for Friday, September 22nd, immediately following the home football game versus Alexandria City.

The dance begins at 9:15pm or at the end of the football game (whichever comes first) and ends promptly at 11:00pm.

Admission is collected at the door.

6. Social Emotional Learning Screener Opt-Out Information

If you do not want your student to take part in the SEL screener, please return the opt-out form found on the FCPS site to Student Services no later than Friday, September 29th.

Genetics and Biotech students engage in hands-on cheese making to explore biotechnology applications.

7. October 11th - SAT and PSAT/NMSQT School Day

Wednesday, October 11th is SAT and PSAT/NMSQT School Day and a 2-hour early release day.

All students in grades 10-11 will participate in the PSAT/NMSQT. No registration is required.

Only seniors who pre-registered for the test will take the SAT School Day.

More details will be shared directly with individual students via their fcpsschools.net email.

Students in grade 9 and those seniors not testing will not be in school on October 12th. There is no need to contact attendance for these students.

Special education students receiving Cat B services will be in school on October 11th.

8. National Merit Semifinalists

Twelve Woodson seniors were named National Merit semifinalists for 2024. All semifinalists are eligible to compete for 7,500 National Merit Scholarship awards worth nearly $28 million, to be awarded in spring 2024. Semifinalists advance to finalist standing in the competition by meeting high academic standards and other requirements including a recommendation from a high school official.

Congratulations to: Zoe Eng, Anahat Goraya, Benjamin Hall, Gemin Kim, Nathaniel Kurland, Seth Lifland, Abbey Moran, Finnian Murphy, Joshua Park, Zahra Ramakdawala, William Jacob Ryman, Stephen Wolf.

Dissecting a banana in Mr. Jeffry's Human Anatomy & Physiology class.

9. AP Exams for Students Not Enrolled in AP Courses

Woodson HS offers AP tests for students not enrolled in AP classes based on seat availability/test room capacity.

Non-enrolled students wanting to take the AP test will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. The cost for each exam is $98.00.

Registration forms are available in Student Services. The deadline to register is Friday, October 27th.

10. Senior Baby Ads for Yearbook

Deadline: January 27, 2024

The photo below is a half-page baby ad.

11. College Fair and Postsecondary Virtual Events

Students are highly encouraged to register in advance for these events.

12. College & Career Center Information

IMPORTANT DATES – for more information, registration links & additional events, please visit the live Calendar below.

September 20 Senior Support every Wednesday morning

September 26 NOVA Info Table during All Lunches Cafeteria A&B

October 4 Military Recruiter Lunch Visits Wednesdays through May

October 6 Senior College Application Workshop All Lunches

October 11 PSAT/SAT Day

October 15 FCPS College Fair @ GMU

October 16&17 FCPS Virtual Postsecondary Nights

October 24 Senior College Application Workshop All Lunches

November 2 NOVA Info Visit for Juniors & Seniors

November 3 Woodson Career Day

November 13 Onsite Admissions University of Mary Washington

November 15 Onsite Admissions Radford University

November 20 Senior College Application Workshop All Lunches

November 28 ASVAB Test

November 29 Junior Information Night

January 30 FCPS Gap Year Fair @ Marshall HS

February 13 U.S. Service Academy & ROTC Program Info Night @ Madison HS

March 13 Sophomore College Night

April 3 Junior Focus Day

PAST News but Still Important 13. Attendance

Attendance is critical to student success in the classroom.

Below is a quick guide for reporting all-day absences, late arrivals, and early check-outs from school.

14. World Languages Credit Exam

The 2023 World Languages Credit Exam will be administered on Wednesday-Thursday, November 8, 9, and Monday, November 13, 2023.

Registration is open and will close on Thursday, October 5th at 4:00 p.m. Late registrations will not be accepted. Contact your counselor to register.

Students in Mrs. Aitchison’s honors biology class measure the zone of inhibition to see how effective common disinfectants are.

15. Schedule Change Request Process

The schedule change request window for this year is now through Friday, September 22nd.

During this time, students may complete the schedule change request form, which is available for pickup in Student Services, to request a change to one of their classes. This form requires the student to document the reason for the request and what they have done to get extra help in the class, if needed. Teacher feedback on the request and signature, as well as parent signature, is also required. Once the form is completed, students should return the form to their counselor in Student Services. Students should see their counselor in Student Services to discuss potential schedule change requests, or contact them if they have any questions or need any assistance.

16. Free Tutoring from Tutor.com

17. A Great School Year Starts With Mental Wellness

All FCPS high school students can access virtual therapy sessions with licensed counselors from Hazel Health at no cost.

Hazel’s therapists — who specialize in working with teens — can help students address mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss, anxiety, peer and family relationships, and academic stress.

For high schoolers to participate in teletherapy services, caregivers must:

Give permission for FCPS to share basic demographic information with Hazel in ParentVUE.
Consent for Hazel Health services.

Students must be referred to therapy by a caregiver or designated school staff member.

Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

18. Class of 2024 Yard Signs

The 2024 yard signs are here! Please email woodsonangp@gmail to order. You will receive an email confirming your purchase, and where and how to pick up your order.

Attention Freshman, Sophomore and Junior Parents!

19. Woodson Career Day - Looking for Speakers

On this day we are looking for guest speakers to share what they do, how they got started, successes, challenges, and what they learned in high school that they are still using on a daily basis.

20. Order Your Woodson Yearbook NOW

Purchase your yearbook at the lowest price of the year!

Last year, our yearbooks sold out!!! Reserve your copy now at the early-bird price of $70. Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com and enter Woodson’s code, 5278.

Don’t miss out!

21. Woodson's PTSO

Our mission is to make every child’s potential a reality by engaging and empowering families and communities to advocate for all children.

Mental Health Resources | 24/7 Emergency Numbers

If you are in crisis, text NEEDHELP to 85511, call 1-800-273-TALK, or dial 911; TTY dial 711

CrisisLink Regional Hotline: 703-527-4077 (CrisisLink is a hotline for individuals in crisis or family/friends seeking guidance for how to help a loved one)

Dominion Hospital Assessment and Referral Line: 703-536-2000

Inova Emergency Services: 703-289-7560

Mobile Crisis Unit: 1-844-627-4747

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK or 1-800-SUICIDE

Plan D Nova https://www.plandnova.org/ (a website for Northern Virginia teens who suffer from depression: #breakthestigma)

9525 Main Street Fairfax, VA 22031 | Main Office: 703.503.4600
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Woodson PTSO WeMail - September 12

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WeMail is distributed every Tuesday to update the Woodson community on PTSO news, school news, and upcoming events.

SCHEDULE REMINDERS
MESSAGE TO DR. FLOYD
PTSO NEWS
WOODSON NEWS & EVENTS
CAVS SPORTS
FUNDRAISERS
RESOURCES FOR WOODSON STUDENTS, PARENTS & FAMILIES
FCPS NEWS & EVENTS
RECURRING NEWS & RESOURCES

SCHEDULE REMINDERS

THIS WEEK

Tuesday, September 12th - Virtual PTSO Meeting 7PM - 8PM; Link to join

Thursday, September 14th, 6-8:30pm - Back to School Night

NEXT WEEK

Monday, September 18th, 6:30pm - Parents for Safe Teen Driving Seminar, Auditorium

Saturday, September 23rd, 9am-12pm - Senior Parking Lot Painting

LOOKING AHEAD

Monday, September 25th - School Holiday; Yom Kippur

Monday, October 9th - Student Holiday; Staff Development Day

Wednesday, October 11th - PSAT/NMSQT and SAT School Day

Saturday, October 21st - Homecoming Dance

Monday, December 18th-Monday, January 1st - Winter Break

Monday, March 25th-Friday, March 29th - Spring Break

Saturday, May 11th - Senior Prom

Thursday, June 6th, 2pm - Graduation for the Class of 2024 at EagleBank Arena, GMU

Wednesday, June 12th - Last Day of School

The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

MESSAGE TO DR. FLOYD

Dear Dr. Floyd,

On behalf of the PTSO we would like to wish you a warm farewell and all of the best in your next adventure.

Words cannot adequately express our gratitude for your leadership during such difficult and unprecedented times. Many of us, as Senior parents, remember meeting you over Zoom as we all came together to virtually transition our children into High School. Your positive attitude and approachable nature gave us comfort and hope. You probably did not hear that enough, so please know that there are thousands of Woodson parents who quietly appreciate everything you have done for our children.

We will take your parting words to heart, as a PTSO, and find ways to be more supportive of the awesome Woodson staff.

Congratulations on your new job! We know that you will continue to do great things.

Sincerely,

Woodson High School PTSO

PTSO NEWS SEPTEMBER’S VIRTUAL PTSO MEETING

Join us for our first monthly PTSO meeting of the school year!

Topic: Sept 12th PTSO meeting
Time: Sep 12, 2023 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/96155745956
Meeting ID: 961 5574 5956

When

Tuesday Sep 12, 2023 ⋅ 7pm – 8pm (Eastern Time - New York)

Location

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The PTSO Fall Grant Application is Now Open!

This fall, the PTSO has $4300 to award in total for all grants. Our hope is to do our best to accommodate your request or some portion of it.

Please answer all questions with as much information as possible so the PTSO has a clear understanding of your request and how it will help staff and/or students at WT Woodson.

CLICK TO APPLY NOW!

Woodson PTSO Officer Board for 2023-24 School Year

WOODSON NEWS & EVENTS Back to School Night

Back to School Night (BTSN) is in-person this year on Thursday, September 14th from 6-8:30pm.

Look for an eNotify this week for specific details around BTSN. 1st period kicks off at 6PM with 10 minute classes and 10 minute passing times. Be sure to find your child’s schedule on SIS ParentVUE before this event. If assistance is needed with a student schedule please come to door 1.

All entrances to the building will be open. Please arrive early to get a parking spot and remember there is parking behind the school and near the stadium.

4:45-5:45pm – Military Family meet & greet in Café B (optional for families of military students).

5:15-5:45pm – Signs of Suicide (SOS) video screening in Library (optional for parents for 9th/11th graders).

5:30-6:00pm – ESOL Family session in C114 (optional for ESOL Families).

5:30-6:00pm – School Board welcome back messages will stream in a loop in the Auditorium.

6:00-8:30pm – Parents rotate through student schedules periods 1-8.

We all look forward to seeing you at BTSN!

College & Career Center Information

IMPORTANT DATES – for more information, registration links & additional events, please visit the live Calendar below.

September 13 Senior Support every Wednesday morning

October 4 Military Recruiter Lunch Visits Wednesdays through May

October 6 Senior College Application Workshop All Lunches

October 11 PSAT/SAT Day

October 15 FCPS College Fair @ GMU

October 16&17 FCPS Virtual Postsecondary Nights

October 24 Senior College Application Workshop All Lunches

November 3 Woodson Career Day

November 20 Senior College Application Workshop All Lunches

November 28 ASVAB Test

November 29 Junior Information Night

January 30 FCPS Gap Year Fair @ Marshall HS

February 13 U.S. Service Academy & ROTC Program Info Night @ Madison HS

March 13 Sophomore College Night

April 3 Junior Focus Day

Please visit the live Calendar below for more information & events, registration links, and our College Rep Visit Schedule for next week.

Partners for Safe Teen Driving Seminars

Monday, September 18th
Wednesday, November 15th
Monday, February 12th
Monday, April 15th

Questions? Please contact David O'Hara at [email protected].

Woodson Career Day - Looking for Speakers

On this day we are looking for guest speakers to share what they do, how they got started, successes, challenges, and what they learned in high school that they are still using on a daily basis.

For the most up to date information on activities and ongoing events at Woodson, please follow us on Instagram at @woodsoncavalry AND @wtwoodsonhs.

You can also follow your class at: @wt_woodson2024 OR @wt_woodson2025 OR @wt_woodson2026 OR @wt_woodson2027.

Athletics - @woodsoncavathletics

Student Services - @wtwstudentsvcs

College & Career Center - @wtwcareercenter

And, follow the Woodson PTSO on Facebook!

FUNDRAISERS Class of 2024 Yard Signs

The 2024 yard signs are here! Please email [email protected] to order. You will receive an email confirming your purchase, and where and how to pick up your order.

Attention Freshman, Sophomore and Junior Parents!

Woodson Chorus Boosters

The next Booster Meeting for all Chorus Parents is Wednesday, September 20, 7pm in the Chorus Room. Mark your calendars!

New Chorus Spirit wear! Don’t miss our new designs for the 2023-2024 school year! Please click here to order shirts/sweatshirts and follow this link for new pj pants. Orders are due by Friday, 9/29/23. If you would like to order other gear: Tumbler $15; Car/Fridge Magnet $7; Car Sticker $3, please contact Amy Quigley. [email protected]

Senior Class of 2024 Legacy Bricks

Buy a Brick and create a Lasting Legacy for your Woodson Student!

To purchase, visit the Woodson PTSO PTBOARD website HERE. If you prefer, you can mail the brick order form (LINK HERE) to the school with a check.

All orders are due no later than April 14, 2024. Plan accordingly!

If you have questions, or for more info contact Shane or Katherine Gilbert at [email protected]

STUDENT DRIVER MAGNETS

If you have any questions contact Shane or Katherine Gilbert at [email protected]

CAV SPORTS This Weeks Schedule Tuesday, September 12th

Freshman Field Hockey vs. Oakton 6:00pm (Home)

Golf vs. Madison @ Army Navy FFX 4:00pm (Away)

Wednesday, September 13th

Freshman Field Hockey vs. Yorktown 5:00 (Home)

JV/Varsity Field Hockey vs. Langley 6:00/7:30pm (Home)

Cross Country vs. Robo, FFX, and AC @ Chiquapin 5:00pm (Away)

Volleyball @ Lake Braddock 5:00/5:00/6:30pm (Away)

Thursday, September 14th

Back to School Night

Friday, September 15th

No Events Scheduled

Saturday, September 16th

Cross Country @ Cary NC 9:00am

Varsity Field Hockey Highlights

The Cavaliers tamed the Lake Braddock Bruins in a 3-0 victory on Tuesday. Katie Robertson scored the first goal and Astrid Maslin followed with the second goal. Captains Ella Mathias, Julia Oleyar, and Reese Cuviello combined for the third goal on a penalty corner, with passes allowing Cuviello to send a screaming shot into the goal. Allison Um and Kelby Lennen were supremely disruptive defending Bruin penalty corners to preserve the lead.

RESOURCES FOR WOODSON STUDENTS, PARENTS & FAMILIES FREE Virtual SAT/PSAT Math Prep:

Rick Neifeld is again offering free weekly Zoom sessions for SAT/PSAT Math preparation. See his signup sheet for more details and to get on the weekly email notification list, here:

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Qk1Hq_y-nIuxLC_eZVqhhe2mye0AYZ1DYub5eDB-F_w/edit#gid=717310232

Next will will review problems from released test 10, here: https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/media/pdf/sat-practice-test-10.pdf

Free Tutoring from Tutor.com

FCPS NEWS & EVENTS Congressional App Challenge

Congressman Gerry Connolly’s office is once again participating in the Congressional App Challenge and is inviting students in the district to register.

Winning apps are eligible to be displayed in the US Capitol Building and featured on the House of Representatives’ website, House.gov

Winning students are invited to #HouseofCode Capitol Hill Reception in Washington D.C.

Additional sponsor prizes TBA!

For more information, please visit: https://www.congressionalappchallenge.us/

To register, please visit: https://www.congressionalappchallenge.us/students/student-registration/

Our district’s 2022 winning app can be found here: https://www.congressionalappchallenge.us/22-VA11/

For more information and questions, please feel free to contact Fatima Malik at [email protected].

COLLEGE FAIR RECURRING NEWS & RESOURCES Woodson Calendar for ALL Events

You can select a category of events you want to see and then filter to target events that interest you. Categories include - Senior Class, Testing, 3rd Period, Athletics, Fine & Performing Arts, etc.

Bookmark this link to quickly access Woodson's events!

Attendance

Attendance is critical to student success in the classroom.

If your student will be absent from school, a parent/guardian must notify the attendance office.

Below is a quick guide for reporting all-day absences, late arrivals, and early check-outs from school.

Order Your Woodson Yearbook NOW

Purchase your yearbook at the lowest price of the year!

Yearbooks for the 23-24 school year are available to order starting Friday, August 18th.

Last year, our yearbooks sold out!!! Reserve your copy now at the early-bird price of $70. Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com and enter Woodson’s code, 5278.

Don’t miss out!

Hazel Health: Virtual Therapy Services

Immunization Requirements for Seniors

The Code of Virginia requires all students to be immunized against certain communicable diseases prior to entrance into Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS).

All students entering twelfth grade will be required to receive one dose of Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) administered at age 16 or older, and prior to the beginning of school.

Twelfth grade students cannot begin school in August without proper Meningococcal documentation.

Please provide one of the following documents to Darlene Sheppard at dmsheppard@fcps.edu as soon as possible:

An updated immunization record showing that the student has received the Meningococcal vaccine.
A note on a healthcare provider’s letterhead stating the date the Meningococcal vaccine was given.
A healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
A notarized Religious Exemption Form which is available online

Please contact Darlene Sheppard at [email protected] if you have any questions.

Updates to High School Transcripts

In order to increase transparency on high school transcripts, FCPS has updated high school course titles for courses that receive additional 0.5 or 1.0 weighting.

For all enrolled high school students in the 2023-24 school year and beyond, high school course titles will now reflect:

An HN (Honors) for any course that has a 0.5 additional weighting.

An AV (Advanced), AP (Advanced Placement), DE (Dual Enrollment), or IB (International Baccalaureate) for any course that has a 1.0 additional weighting.

Seniors who have already started to enter their senior year course lists through any college applications should review their course list to ensure they include appropriate course titles.

For additional information, including how to access transcripts, please visit FCPS’ website.

Updates on Grading Policies

FCPS’ Grading Policy has been updated for the 2023-24 school year. The following changes were based on input from students, teachers, parents/caregivers, principals, and staff:

FCPS will maintain the current late work policy. Teachers must accept major assignments up to two weeks late. The maximum deduction for that time period is 10%. The current policy, when applied correctly, balances accountability and flexibility.

Teachers may now give zeroes for assignments that are not turned in. Students who make a reasonable effort to finish an assignment will get a minimum grade of 50%.

A rolling gradebook gives students more chances to show they understand material. Teachers who use a rolling gradebook must use reassessment and grading replacement practices that allow students to update learning from past quarters.

For teachers using a traditional gradebook, the lowest quarter grade that can be issued is 50%.

Parent Information Lines Available in Eight Languages

Parents 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.

FCPS Annual Public Notice: Career and Technical Education

FCPS’ Career and Technical Education Program offers a variety of career and technical programs to all middle and high school students. The program areas include the following:

Business and Information Technology

Family and Consumer Sciences

Health and Medical Sciences

Marketing

Technology and Engineering Education

Trade and Industrial Education

Lightspeed Parent Report on Child’s Device Activity

Learn more about Lightspeed Parent Reports.

Coping Strategies for Anxiety, Depression, and Stress: A Two-Part Series

Join Dr. Erin Berman, a Clinical Psychologist at the National Institute of Mental Health in Bethesda, Maryland for these important sessions helping children cope with anxiety, depression, and stress.

Part 1 Highlights:

How to identify a child with anxiety or depression

The science and biological roots of anxiety in children

Interventions and considerations in dealing with children with anxiety and depression

Current treatment options (medications & CBT: cognitive behavioral therapy)

Strategies and tips for supporting your children with anxiety and depression

Part 2 Highlights:

Identify stress in children of all ages

Explain common sources of stress

Provide strategies for lowering stress levels so that all caregivers can benefit

Part 1: 10/27/23 10-11:30 a.m Share this event with others.

Part 2: 11/10/23 10-11:30 a.m Share this event with others.

Building Family and School Partnerships for Twice Exceptional (2e) Students K-12

Webinar Highlights:

How to use your child's strengths and challenges to identify and advocate for their needs

How to work with your child’s school team to develop strategies to help them feel safe while helping them stretch, struggle, and grow.

How to collaborate with multiple experts to identify activities both in and out of school that build on your child’s strengths.

How to partner with school staff to address your child’s social and emotional needs

Friday October 6, 2023, 10-11:30 a.m. Share this event with others.

SIBSHOPS: An Exciting, In-person Workshop for Brothers and Sisters of Children with Special Needs!

The Sibshop workshops are for children in grades 2-6 enrolled in Fairfax County Public Schools who have siblings with special needs to:

Meet other siblings in a relaxed setting.

Celebrate the many contributions made by brothers and sisters of children with special needs.

Share sibling experiences and receive peer support.

Play games and have fun!

Monday, October 9, 2023, 9 a.m.- noon at Providence Community Center

Presented by FCPS School Social Work Services

View the individual event page if you would like to share this event with others.

What Your 11th & 12th Graders Are Learning in School About Drugs and How You Can Talk with Them *presented in English

Webinar highlights:

Find out what your children are learning about drugs in the 11th and 12th-grade drug lessons at their schools.

Prepare yourself to discuss what they are learning in school about substance misuse.

Gain practice skills to have important conversations about substances

Friday, October 13, 2023, 10-11:30 a.m. Share this event with others. *presented in English

Register for What Your 11th & 12th Graders Are Learning in School About Drugs and How You Can Talk with Them - presented in English

What Your 11th & 12th Graders Are Learning in School About Drugs and How You Can Talk with Them *presented in Spanish

Webinar highlights:

Find out what your children are learning about drugs in the 11th and 12th-grade drug lessons at their schools.

Prepare yourself to discuss what they are learning in school about substance misuse.

Gain practice skills to have important conversations about substances

Friday, October 20, 2023, 10-11:30 a.m. Share this event with others. *presented in Spanish

Register for What Your 11th & 12th Graders Are Learning in School About Drugs and How You Can Talk with Them - presented in Spanish

Quick Links to Additional Resources

Woodson Athletics Week of September 11th

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Cavalier Athletics

For more information on teams and coaches, please visit our Woodson Athletics website at www.wtwoodsonsports.com

This Weeks Schedule Monday, September 11th

Golf vs. West Springfield (SR Night) @ Penderbrook 3:30pm (Home)

Volleyball vs. West Potomac 5:00/6:00/7:15pm (Home)

Tuesday, September 12th

Freshman Field Hockey vs. Oakton 6:00pm (Home)

Golf vs. Madison @ Army Navy FFX 4:00pm (Away)

Wednesday, September 13th

Freshman Field Hockey vs. Yorktown 5:00 (Home)

JV/Varsity Field Hockey vs. Langley 6:00/7:30pm (Home)

Cross Country vs. Robo, FFX, and AC @ Chiquapin 5:00pm (Away)

Volleyball @ Lake Braddock 5:00/5:00/6:30pm (Away)

Thursday, September 14th

Back to School Night

Friday, September 15th

No Events Scheduled

Saturday, September 16th

Cross Country @ Cary NC 9:00am

Other Important Links

Activity Registration - wtwoodson-ar.rschooltoday.com

Woodson Athletics - www.woodsonsports.com

FCPS Student Athletics - www.fcps.edu/activities/student-athletics

NFHS Network Live Streaming- https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/schools/w-t-woodson-high-school-fairfax-va

E-Tix Link- https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/16311/wtwoodson-high-school-athletics

#CAVSTRONG #oneWoodson

W. T. Woodson High School Athletics & Activities: Web | Facebook | Twitter

Woodson Weekly - September 8th

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Woodson Weekly -
September 8th

Woodson Weekly is published every Friday to provide the community with important information about school life at Woodson High School.

Mission Statement

Woodson High School’s mission is to empower our community to reach their individual potential by creating a healthy environment of mutual respect, responsibility, equity, and inclusion.

To read this newsletter in other languages, please visit our website.

Para leer este mensaje en otros idiomas, podrán ver las traducciones automáticas en nuestro sitio web.

Leadership students are ready for the first home football game and Cav Kickoff Dance tonight!

Important Upcoming Dates

Friday, September 8th, 9:15-11pm - Cav Kickoff Dance, Outdoor Basketball Courts (#3)

Saturday, September 9th, 9am-12pm - Senior Parking Lot Painting (#10)

Tuesday, September 11th, 7pm - PTSO Meeting, Virtual

Thursday, September 14th, 6-8:30pm - Back to School Night (#4)

Monday, September 18th, 6:30pm - Parents for Safe Teen Driving Seminar, Auditorium (#11)

Saturday, September 23rd, 9am-12pm - Senior Parking Lot Painting (#10)

Monday, September 25th - Yom Kippur Holiday

Monday, October 9th - Student Holiday, Staff Development Day

In this Issue

NEW News

1. Message from Dr. Floyd
2. Woodson Football Gate and Game Expectations
3. Cav Kickoff Dance
4. Back to School Night
5. World Languages Credit Exam
6. Free Tutoring from Tutor.com
7. Social Emotional Learning Screener Opt-Out Information
8. College and Career Center

PAST News but Still Important

9. Attendance
10. Senior Parking Lot Painting
11. Partners for Safe Teen Driving Seminars
12. Schedule Change Request Process
13. Family Life Education (FLE) Instructional Program Information
14. A Great School Year Starts With Mental Wellness
15. Class of 2024 Yard Signs
16. Forgotten Items & Lost and Found
17. Woodson Career Day - Looking for Speakers
18. Order Your Woodson Yearbook
19. Optional Beginning of School Forms
20. Woodson's PTSO

NEW News 1. Message from Dr. Floyd

Dear Woodson Community:

My 8+ years at Woodson have been a wonderful ride full of fun, excitement, challenges, joy, and accomplishments. Being a principal is by far the best job in the world, but it has also been the most stressful, exhausting, and at times, painful job in the world.

A wise person once said, you have to know when it is time to go. For my mental and physical health, now is that time. Some may ask why now? Why at the beginning of the school year? The answer is I have laid the foundation and framework for a successful year. Woodson is fully staffed, and students are in classes learning. Passing the torch with a plan already in place will allow for a smooth transition to the new principal.

Thankfully, I can leave FCPS and move to a new job in a neighboring county where I will continue to impact students and staff, but in a very different way. I will be filling a central office role that supports student discipline, rights, and responsibilities. As sad as I am to leave the people, I will not miss the heaviness that comes with shouldering the responsibility of over 2,400 students and 300 staff. I am excited to begin this next adventure.

I am confident FCPS Leadership will identify a new principal who can take Woodson HS to the next level. I trust that they will find someone who will love Woodson’s unique culture and amazing activities as much as I do, but also be willing to work to shore up areas that need improvement.

In the meantime, I ask our community to bring back the grace extended to staff during the pandemic when they learned new technology and tried to reach our students in new ways. Our staff are doing the best that they can. They truly care for each and every one of our students. We want the best for our young Cavaliers. Through my experience at Woodson, I can confidently say no one is out to “get” anyone and we hold our students accountable to high expectations of academic and social behavior. When we reach out, please know it comes from a place of care and concern from one human to another. This is a difficult time in which we live, and I encourage all to support one another as we all help our students grow to be positive, productive members of society.

My last day will be Wednesday, September 13th at which point Mr. Kevin Greata, assistant principal at Fairfax HS, will serve as the interim principal. He did an excellent job last school year when he served as acting principal in my absence.

Woodson will forever hold a special place in my heart.

Go Cavs,
Dr. Floyd
[email protected]

2. Woodson Football Gate and Game Expectations

Tonight is our First Home Varsity Football game versus Oakton HS. We want to remind you that the following guidelines are in effect to ensure that all of our patrons, students, and parents enjoy the true spirit of the event:

The game will start at 7:00pm Cost of tickets are $5, and can be purchased at the gate or ahead of time through this E-tix link.
Patrons will not be allowed to enter the stadium with athletic equipment such as bats, balls, sticks, etc.
Backpacks are not allowed. Everyone entering the stadium is subject to search.
Patrons will not be allowed to enter the stadium with outside food or containers such as water bottles, cups, cans, etc.
We welcome all members of the community to attend our games, but parents are needed to attend and monitor middle and elementary aged students. All attendees, regardless of age, are expected to behave responsibly.
Woodson High School (including the parking lots) is a drug, alcohol, and tobacco-free zone. Adults and students who are determined to be in violation of regulations restricting the possession or being under the influence of drugs, alcohol and/or tobacco will be dealt with accordingly, including being subject to arrest by police.
Representatives from the Fairfax County Police Department, the Woodson Administration, and the Woodson Security Staff will continue to monitor the activities of our patrons in the parking lot, at the ticket gate, and inside the stadium to promote a safe and secure environment for both Woodson fans, our visitors, and guests.
For varsity football games, once you pay and enter the stadium you may not leave and reenter. Please plan accordingly.
Woodson HS students and parents are asked to demonstrate good citizenship and spirited sportsmanship to our opponents and their fans. Any clothing that includes negative references to opposing teams/schools will not be tolerated. The Woodson Cavalry is considered the best fans in Virginia! Let’s show everyone that we are #Cavstrong.

Thank you in advance for making this a great event for all! We are #oneWoodson!

3. Cav Kickoff Dance

The Cav Kickoff dance will happen tonight, Friday, September 8th, immediately following the first home football game.

The dance begins at 9:15pm or at the end of the football game (whichever comes first) and ends promptly at 11:00pm.

Admission is collected at the door.

4. Back to School Night

Back to School Night (BTSN) is in-person this year on Thursday, September 14th from 6-8:30pm.

Look for an eNotify next week for specific details around BTSN. 1st period kicks off at 6PM with 10 minute classes and 10 minute passing times. Be sure to find your child’s schedule on SIS ParentVUE before this event. If assistance is needed with a student schedule please come to door 1.

All entrances to the building will be open. Please arrive early to get a parking spot and remember there is parking behind the school and near the stadium.

4:45-5:45pm – Military Family meet & greet in Café B (optional for families of military students).

5:15-5:45pm – Signs of Suicide (SOS) video screening in Library (optional for parents for 9th/11th graders).

5:30-6:00pm – ESOL Family session in C114 (optional for ESOL Families).

5:30-6:00pm – School Board welcome back messages will stream in a loop in the Auditorium.

6:00-8:30pm – Parents rotate through student schedules periods 1-8.

We all look forward to seeing you at BTSN!

Genetics and Biotech students engage in hands-on learning about the prevalence of lactose intolerance around the world.

5. World Languages Credit Exam

The 2023 World Languages Credit Exam will be administered on Wednesday-Thursday, November 8, 9, and Monday, November 13, 2023.

Registration is open and will close on Thursday, October 5th at 4:00 p.m. Late registrations will not be accepted. Contact your counselor to register.

6. Free Tutoring from Tutor.com

7. Social Emotional Learning Screener Opt-Out Information

If you do not want your student to take part in the SEL screener, please return the opt-out form found on the FCPS site to Student Services no later than Friday, September 29th.

Students exploring the properties of water.

8. College & Career Center Information

IMPORTANT DATES – for more information, registration links & additional events, please visit the live Calendar below.

September 13 Senior Support every Wednesday morning

October 4 Military Recruiter Lunch Visits Wednesdays through May

October 6 Senior College Application Workshop All Lunches

October 11 PSAT/SAT Day

October 15 FCPS College Fair @ GMU

October 16&17 FCPS Virtual Postsecondary Nights

October 24 Senior College Application Workshop All Lunches

November 3 Woodson Career Day

November 20 Senior College Application Workshop All Lunches

November 28 ASVAB Test

November 29 Junior Information Night

January 30 FCPS Gap Year Fair @ Marshall HS

February 13 U.S. Service Academy & ROTC Program Info Night @ Madison HS

March 13 Sophomore College Night

April 3 Junior Focus Day

Please visit the live Calendar below for more information & events, registration links, and our College Rep Visit Schedule for next week.

PAST News but Still Important 9. Attendance

Attendance is critical to student success in the classroom.

Below is a quick guide for reporting all-day absences, late arrivals, and early check-outs from school.

10. Senior Parking Lot Painting

Come paint the senior parking lot spaces on Saturday, September 9th or Saturday, September 23th from 9AM-12PM! Showcase your style and personality while supporting your school and the Class of 2024!

The cost to paint each parking space is $10.

These are the guidelines that must be followed in order to participate. Please see the Class of 2024 Schoology site for full details.

Please send an email to [email protected] & [email protected]. to let us know which painting day you plan to attend.

11. Partners for Safe Teen Driving Seminars

Monday, September 18th
Wednesday, November 15th
Monday, February 12th
Monday, April 15th

Questions? Please contact David O'Hara at [email protected].

12. Schedule Change Request Process

The schedule change request window for this year is now through Friday, September 22nd.

13. Family Life Education (FLE) Instructional Program Information

FCPS provides a comprehensive, sequential Family Life Education (FLE) program for students in grades kindergarten through grade twelve. Instruction is seen as a partnership among parents and guardians, the school, and the community in supporting the learning essential to the development of strong families, positive relationships, and a healthy community.

Parents/guardians may choose to opt their child out of all or part of the Family Life Education program. Students who are opted out are provided with age-appropriate, nonpunitive alternative health instruction, and every effort is made to foster respect for family choices. If you wish to opt your child out of all or part of FLE for this school year, opt out forms are available online for High School (9-12). Please fill in the opt-out form and return it to Student Services prior to Family Life Education instruction.

Detailed grade-level program descriptions are available online for High School (9-12). FLE grade level-specific lessons and media that FCPS has streaming rights for are available for parents online in Schoology. Parents/guardians login to Schoology using the same username and password as their Student Information System (SIS) Parent account. Grade level-specific lessons are also available at the City of Fairfax Regional Library (this location does not have media). Grade level-specific lessons and media that is not streamed online are available for review in our school library. Due to copyright permissions, we are unable to stream all media online.

Program questions may be addressed by our Director of Student Activities, Blair Smith or by contacting Instructional Services at 571-423-4550 or [email protected].

Annual Notice of Survey, Records, Curriculum, Privacy, and Related Rights and Opt-Out Forms.

14. A Great School Year Starts With Mental Wellness

All FCPS high school students can access virtual therapy sessions with licensed counselors from Hazel Health at no cost.

Hazel’s therapists — who specialize in working with teens — can help students address mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss, anxiety, peer and family relationships, and academic stress.

For high schoolers to participate in teletherapy services, caregivers must:

Give permission for FCPS to share basic demographic information with Hazel in ParentVUE.
Consent for Hazel Health services.

Students must be referred to therapy by a caregiver or designated school staff member.

Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

15. Class of 2024 Yard Signs

The 2024 yard signs are here! Please email woodsonangp@gmail to order. You will receive an email confirming your purchase, and where and how to pick up your order.

Attention Freshman, Sophomore and Junior Parents!

16. Forgotten Items & Lost and Found

Q - My son/daughter forgot their lunch/homework assignment/laptop. Where can I drop off items?

A– Forgotten items may be dropped off at the main office on a designated bookshelf. Please make sure your child's name is written on the item.

Q - My son/daughter lost their wallet (or any item). Where should I go to see if it has been turned in?

A – You may come to the main office and a Safety and Security assistant will escort you to the Lost and Found room to search for your item.

17. Woodson Career Day - Looking for Speakers

On this day we are looking for guest speakers to share what they do, how they got started, successes, challenges, and what they learned in high school that they are still using on a daily basis.

18. Order Your Woodson Yearbook NOW

Purchase your yearbook at the lowest price of the year!

Yearbooks for the 23-24 school year are available to order starting TODAY, Friday, August 18th.

Last year, our yearbooks sold out!!! Reserve your copy now at the early-bird price of $70. Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com and enter Woodson’s code, 5278.

Don’t miss out!

19. Optional Back to School Forms

There are additional forms that are available for Parents/Guardians to complete. Please fill out any that apply to your student and email to Darlene Sheppard at [email protected].

FCPS Privacy and Opt Out Forms
The 2023-2024 Annual Notice of Survey, Records, Curriculum, Privacy, and Related Rights and Opt-Out Forms booklet details parents’ rights regarding FCPS policies. These forms should be printed out and turned in ONLY IF YOU WISH YOUR CHILD TO BE OPTED-OUT.
Military Connected Student Form
In accordance with the Code of Virginia (§22.1-287.04), local school divisions are required to identify students who have a parent in the United States uniformed services. Completing this form allows Virginia localities to maintain reliable and accurate data for potential grant funding and to receive services to meet the needs of uniformed services-connected students.
FCPS Free and Reduced Lunch Forms and Consent to Share Information

Families must submit an application and be approved to be eligible for free and reduced price meals for the 2023-24 school year.

Eligible families are encouraged to submit the Free and Reduced-Price Meal application before the first day of the 2023-24 school year. More information is on the FCPS website, including forms to apply for Free or Reduced Lunch.

If your children are eligible for free and reduced lunch, they may also be eligible to participate in several fee-based programs (class fees, senior dues, parking fees, etc.) at either no cost or a reduced cost if you provide a consent to share information form. You can scroll to the bottom of the FCPS page to access “Consent to Share Information."

20. Woodson's PTSO

Our mission is to make every child’s potential a reality by engaging and empowering families and communities to advocate for all children.

Mental Health Resources | 24/7 Emergency Numbers

If you are in crisis, text NEEDHELP to 85511, call 1-800-273-TALK, or dial 911; TTY dial 711

CrisisLink Regional Hotline: 703-527-4077 (CrisisLink is a hotline for individuals in crisis or family/friends seeking guidance for how to help a loved one)

Dominion Hospital Assessment and Referral Line: 703-536-2000

Inova Emergency Services: 703-289-7560

Mobile Crisis Unit: 1-844-627-4747

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK or 1-800-SUICIDE

Plan D Nova https://www.plandnova.org/ (a website for Northern Virginia teens who suffer from depression: #breakthestigma)

9525 Main Street Fairfax, VA 22031 | Main Office: 703.503.4600
Attendance: 703.503.4800 | Web | Facebook | Twitter

Woodson Football Gate and Policies

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For more information on teams and coaches, please visit our Woodson Athletics website at www.woodsonsports.com

Woodson Football Entrance Gates

As we prepare for our First Home Varsity Football game, September 8th versus Oakton, we want to remind you that the following guidelines are in effect to ensure that all of our patrons, students, and parents enjoy the true spirit of the event:

The game will start at 7:00pm Cost of tickets are $5, and can be purchased at the gate or ahead of time through this E-tix link.
Patrons will not be allowed to enter the stadium with athletic equipment such as bats, balls, sticks, etc.
Backpacks are not allowed. Everyone entering the stadium is subject to search.
Patrons will not be allowed to enter the stadium with outside food or containers such as water bottles, cups, cans, etc.
We welcome all members of the community to attend our games, but parents are needed to attend and monitor middle and elementary aged students. All attendees, regardless of age, are expected to behave responsibly.
Woodson High School (including the parking lots) is a drug, alcohol, and tobacco-free zone. Adults and students who are determined to be in violation of regulations restricting the possession or being under the influence of drugs, alcohol and/or tobacco will be dealt with accordingly, including being subject to arrest by police.
Representatives from the Fairfax County Police Department, the Woodson Administration, and the Woodson Security Staff will continue to monitor the activities of our patrons in the parking lot, at the ticket gate, and inside the stadium to promote a safe and secure environment for both Woodson fans, our visitors, and guests.
For varsity football games, once you pay and enter the stadium you may not leave and reenter. Please plan accordingly.
Woodson HS students and parents are asked to demonstrate good citizenship and spirited sportsmanship to our opponents and their fans. Any clothing that includes negative references to opposing teams/schools will not be tolerated. The Woodson Cavalry is considered the best fans in Virginia! Let’s show everyone that we are #Cavstrong.

Thank you in advance for making this a great event for all! We are #oneWoodson!

Sincerely, Woodson Administration

Expectations for Fans at Events

Woodson fans are the best of the best. Woodson Athletics always expects all guest to conduct themselves in an appropriate manner before, during and after the competition. We expect all guests to treat other guests, players, coaches and officials with courtesy. Please join us in creating a fun, safe, family atmosphere at Woodson High School by:

Cheering with class. Be a good sport. Be gracious in victory and accept defeat with dignity.
Not encouraging unsportsmanlike conduct toward players, coaches, and officials.
Encouraging your team regardless of their play.
Treat all competitors fairly. Don’t show excessive displays of anger or frustration. Have the strength to overcome the temptation to demean others.

Cavalier Fans WILL:

Cheer with respect and in the spirit of good sportsmanship for our team and not against the other team.
Be a positive role model for those around them by treating others with courtesy and respect.
Comply with any directions given by game management.
Promote sportsmanship through the use of positive sports related chants.

Cavalier Fans WILL NOT:

Ridicule, criticize, or show any signs of disrespect to officials, players, coaches, or other spectators in victory or defeat.
Display vulgar, racial, culturally insensitive or abusive language or threatening gestures.
Use names and numbers of individual players.
Enter the playing area at any time, including after the game.

FCPS does not condone offensive, hateful language on the sports fields, in the school buildings or anywhere on premises or while under the supervision of FCPS personnel. We will hold anyone found to have used such language accountable for their words and actions. To eradicate any of the behavior referenced (or perception of such), there are actions that will be taken.

We are all here to compete with the other team, not against them
The stadium is a place to highlight and showcase the work all athletes and coaches have done to get here, be respectful and cheer for your team.
Do not disrespect your school, your community, or the other team by behaving in an un-sportsman-like manner. Honor the sport, the players, the coaches and the officials.
What you say matters. On the field and off, and we are all accountable.
There is no reason to engage in any banter or conversation with a player from the other team.

Booster Passes- Don’t want to wait in line? Want to save money if you have multiple kids playing multiple sports for Woodson Athletics? Buy your Booster Pass to save money today for all regular season home games. For more information and booster pass option click here

e-Tix | Online Ticketing

Tickets are now available online for our HOME 2024 School year! To purchase tickets in advance, use this link to select the event for which you want tickets, then use your credit card information to purchase the number of tickets you want. You will receive a confirmation email for your purchase, and you will pull up that email on your phone to present to the ticket booth, scanning your ticket. Purchasing your ticket ahead of time will save you time at the gate. If you forget to purchase your tickets ahead of time, we will have QR codes posted at the gate to scan and purchase your tickets on your phone. Tickets are $5 for spectators.

Live Stream

Woodson High School is proud to announce that we have partnered with the NFHS Network, and invested in new technology that will bring you every game from our Main Gym and Stadium LIVE.

Here's how to watch:

1) Visit www.NFHSnetwork.com

2) Search for Woodson and go to our page

3) Subscribe and Follow - There is a fee to subscribe this year, it is no longer a free service.

Thank you for you continued support of Cavalier Athletics. We look forward to bringing you top notch broadcasts of our athletic events!

Other Important Links

Activity Registration - wtwoodson-ar.rschooltoday.com

Woodson Athletics - www.woodsonsports.com

FCPS Student Athletics - www.fcps.edu/activities/student-athletics

NFHS Network Live Streaming- https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/schools/w-t-woodson-high-school-fairfax-va

E-Tix Link- https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/16311/wtwoodson-high-school-athletics

#CAVSTRONG #oneWoodson

Woodson's Integrated Events and Activities Calendar

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Woodson PTSO WeMail - September 5

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SCHEDULE REMINDERS
PTSO NEWS
WOODSON NEWS & EVENTS
CAVS SPORTS
FUNDRAISERS
RESOURCES FOR WOODSON STUDENTS, PARENTS & FAMILIES
FCPS NEWS & EVENTS
RECURRING NEWS & RESOURCES

SCHEDULE REMINDERS

THIS WEEK

Wednesday, September 6th - Senior Deadline for SAT School Day Intent to Participate Form

Friday, September 8th, 9:15-11pm - Cav Kickoff Dance, Aux Gym

Saturday, September 9th, 9am-12pm - Senior Parking Lot Painting

NEXT WEEK

Tuesday, September 12th - Virtual PTSO Meeting 7PM - 8PM

Thursday, September 14th, 6-8:30pm - Back to School Night

LOOKING AHEAD

Saturday, September 23rd, 9am-12pm - Senior Parking Lot Painting

Monday, September 25th - School Holiday; Yom Kippur

Monday, October 9th - Student Holiday; Staff Development Day

Wednesday, October 11th - PSAT/NMSQT and SAT School Day

Saturday, October 21st - Homecoming Dance

Monday, December 18th-Monday, January 1st - Winter Break

Monday, March 25th-Friday, March 29th - Spring Break

Saturday, May 11th - Senior Prom

Thursday, June 6th, 2pm - Graduation for the Class of 2024 at EagleBank Arena, GMU

Wednesday, June 12th - Last Day of School

The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

PTSO NEWS Woodson PTSO Officer Board for 2023-24 School Year

WOODSON NEWS & EVENTS National Honor Society Interest Meeting

Students in grades 10-12 who are interested in applying for membership in the Woodson High School chapter of the National Honor Society should plan to attend the interest meeting after school on Thursday, September 7th in Cafeteria B.

Members are required to have a GPA of at least a 3.5, be in good academic standing, and have community service and leadership experience. Applications will be due by September 28 at 3:00pm. Students who are unable to attend the afterschool interest meeting should see Ms. Austin (A232) or Ms. Oviatt (J112) as soon as possible to review application requirements.

Cav Kick-off Dance

The Cav Kick-off dance will happen on Friday, September 8th, immediately following the first home football game.

The dance begins at 9:15pm or at the end of the football game (whichever comes first) and ends promptly at 11:00pm.

Admission is collected at the door.

Back to School Night

Back to School Night is in-person this year on Thursday, September 14th from 6-8:30pm.

At 5:30pm, School Board welcome back messages will stream in a loop in the Auditorium.

Please arrive early as parking will be tight.

Partners for Safe Teen Driving Seminars

Monday, September 18th
Wednesday, November 15th
Monday, February 12th
Monday, April 15th

Questions? Please contact David O'Hara at [email protected].

Woodson Career Day - Looking for Speakers

On this day we are looking for guest speakers to share what they do, how they got started, successes, challenges, and what they learned in high school that they are still using on a daily basis.

Woodson Science Fair

Hey Parents! Are you a scientist, engineer, mathematician or medical professional who would be interested in judging the Woodson Science Fair? We’re looking for trained scientists in any of the following content areas to judge and provide feedback for our student projects. Your support and results will help send students to Fairfax County’s Regional Fair, where they can compete for a chance at the International Science and Engineering Fair!

Content areas include:

Micro & Macro Biology
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Physics
Behavioral Science
Engineering
Material Science
Computer Science

The Woodson Science Fair will be held Tuesday, January 30, 2024 during the school day if you’re interested in helping! (Snow date: Feb 1)

Already a science fair judge from last year? Don’t worry, we have your info!

Questions before signing up? Contact Laura Barry in K109 ([email protected]) or Sara Duarte in A145 ([email protected]). We will be contacting you in late September/early October to let you know the process!

Thank you for supporting our students and Woodson Science!

For the most up to date information on activities and ongoing events at Woodson, please follow us on Instagram at @woodsoncavalry AND @wtwoodsonhs.

You can also follow your class at: @wt_woodson2024 OR @wt_woodson2025 OR @wt_woodson2026 OR @wt_woodson2027.

Athletics - @woodsoncavathletics

Student Services - @wtwstudentsvcs

College & Career Center - @wtwcareercenter

And, follow the Woodson PTSO on Facebook!

FUNDRAISERS Woodson Marching Cavaliers Tag Day - Saturday September 9th, 2023

The Woodson Band will be “Marching” through the district neighborhoods on Saturday, September 9th for their annual Tag Day. Tag Day is a one-day-a-year fundraising event for the band and this event helps raise funds to support all Woodson Band ensembles throughout the year.

In the past, funds have been used to help replace marching brass instruments, purchase equipment/props to support the fall marching show and repair or replace uniforms.

Please consider donating and supporting your award winning Woodson Band (ensure any No Soliciting signs are covered or removed during the day) PLUS all donations are tax deductible!Be sure not to miss this fall’s marching show, Fabergé, coming soon to a half time show near you!

Class of 2024 Yard Signs

The 2024 yard signs are here! Please email [email protected] to order. You will receive an email confirming your purchase, and where and how to pick up your order.

Attention Freshman, Sophomore and Junior Parents!

Woodson Chorus Boosters

New Chorus Spiritwear! Please click here to order shirts/sweatshirts and follow this link for new pj pants. Orders are due by Friday, 9/29/23. If you would like to order other gear: Tumbler $15; Car/Fridge Magnet $7; Car Sticker $3, please contact Amy Quigley. [email protected]

Uniform Fitting TODAY and 9/11: Students should sign up for a time slot on the sign up sheet in the Chorus room. Time slots are between 6:30 and 8:30 pm. Every student needs a uniform.

There are four steps to the uniform process:

1) All chorus students must fill out the Google form. Use this link or the form in Schoology.

2) Pay for the items you are renting or purchasing for your student from Woodson Chorus via My School Bucks.

3) Have your student sign up for their fitting appointment (either September 5 or September 11 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.) in the Chorus Room.

4) Help your student complete the fitting information form and make sure they bring it to their fitting appointment.

We also need volunteers to help on 9/11 with the uniform fittings. Please use the Sign-Up Genius link.

The next Booster Meeting for all Chorus Parents is Wednesday, September 20, 7pm in the Chorus Room. Mark your calendars!

Senior Class of 2024 Legacy Bricks

Buy a Brick and create a Lasting Legacy for your Woodson Student!

To purchase, visit the Woodson PTSO PTBOARD website HERE. If you prefer, you can mail the brick order form (LINK HERE) to the school with a check.

All orders are due no later than April 14, 2024. Plan accordingly!

If you have questions, or for more info contact Shane or Katherine Gilbert at [email protected]

STUDENT DRIVER MAGNETS

If you have any questions contact Shane or Katherine Gilbert at [email protected]

CAV SPORTS This Weeks Schedule Tuesday, September 5th

Field Hockey @ Lake Braddock 6:15/7:00pm (Away)

Wednesday, September 6th

Volleyball vs. Alexandria City 5:00/6:00/7:15pm (Home)

Thursday, September 7th

FR/JV Football @ Oakton 5:30/7:00pm (Away)

Golf @ Laurel Hill vs. South County 4:00pm (Away)

FR Field Hockey vs. Oakton 5:00pm (Home)

Friday, September 8th

Pediatric Cancer Awareness Night:

Varsity Football vs. Oakton 7:00pm (Home)

Come out to help Support Pediatric Cancer

https://team.curethekids.org/team/520709

Saturday, September 9th

Cross Country Monroe Parker @ Burke Lake 9:00am

Varsity Field Hockey Highlights

The Cavs prevailed over Marshall 4-0 on Monday. Amanda Lee, Astrid Maslin, Reese Cuviello, and Siena Niedrick tallied goals while goalkeepers, Molly Billingsley and AJ Ingson, prevented Marshall from scoring. Kelby Lennen was stellar in disrupting Marshall’s penalty corners and Allie Leonard helped control the right side in the second half.

On Tuesday, the Cavaliers defeated the Washington-Liberty Generals 6-0 via a hat trick by Amanda Lee and goals from Allison Um, Eva Lennon, and Siena Niedrick. Julia Oleyar and Reese Cuviello patrolled and controlled the midfield, leading to each contributing an assist.

The Cavs achieved a split playing in the SoCo Stickoff tournament, losing their first game to Stafford 3-1, but beating Hayfield 5-0 in their second game. Ella Mathias scored on a penalty stroke in the first game and Katie Robertson, Siena Niedrick, Eva Lennon, Alex Walrath, and Julia Oleyar scored goals in the second game.

RESOURCES FOR WOODSON STUDENTS, PARENTS & FAMILIES Lightspeed Parent Report on Child’s Device Activity

Learn more about Lightspeed Parent Reports.

FCPS NEWS & EVENTS FCPS Annual Public Notice: Career and Technical Education

FCPS’ Career and Technical Education Program offers a variety of career and technical programs to all middle and high school students. The program areas include the following:

Business and Information Technology

Family and Consumer Sciences

Health and Medical Sciences

Marketing

Technology and Engineering Education

Trade and Industrial Education

September 11 National Day of Service

With the upcoming 22nd anniversary of the tragedy of September 11, FCPS acknowledges the loss of life, the heroism of our first responders, and the resilience of our country. The September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance, also called Patriot Day, is a chance to reflect and act in service to others to honor those who were injured or killed in the terrorist attacks.

All FCPS students are encouraged to participate in service learning as it supports Portrait of a Graduate (POG) attributes and social and emotional learning (SEL) skills. Middle and high school students can learn more about service learning by logging into their Naviance account to access x2VOL.

Get started this fall with two great opportunities: Public Lands Day (September 23) and Volunteer Fairfax’s VolunteerFest (October 21). Information on service projects can be found on the Volunteer Fairfax website.

Coping Strategies for Anxiety, Depression, and Stress: A Two-Part Series

Join Dr. Erin Berman, a Clinical Psychologist at the National Institute of Mental Health in Bethesda, Maryland for these important sessions helping children cope with anxiety, depression, and stress.

Part 1 Highlights:

How to identify a child with anxiety or depression

The science and biological roots of anxiety in children

Interventions and considerations in dealing with children with anxiety and depression

Current treatment options (medications & CBT: cognitive behavioral therapy)

Strategies and tips for supporting your children with anxiety and depression

Part 2 Highlights:

Identify stress in children of all ages

Explain common sources of stress

Provide strategies for lowering stress levels so that all caregivers can benefit

Part 1: 10/27/23 10-11:30 a.m Share this event with others.

Part 2: 11/10/23 10-11:30 a.m Share this event with others.

Building Family and School Partnerships for Twice Exceptional (2e) Students K-12

Webinar Highlights:

How to use your child's strengths and challenges to identify and advocate for their needs

How to work with your child’s school team to develop strategies to help them feel safe while helping them stretch, struggle, and grow.

How to collaborate with multiple experts to identify activities both in and out of school that build on your child’s strengths.

How to partner with school staff to address your child’s social and emotional needs

Friday October 6, 2023, 10-11:30 a.m. Share this event with others.

SIBSHOPS: An Exciting, In-person Workshop for Brothers and Sisters of Children with Special Needs!

The Sibshop workshops are for children in grades 2-6 enrolled in Fairfax County Public Schools who have siblings with special needs to:

Meet other siblings in a relaxed setting.

Celebrate the many contributions made by brothers and sisters of children with special needs.

Share sibling experiences and receive peer support.

Play games and have fun!

Monday, October 9, 2023, 9 a.m.- noon at Providence Community Center

Presented by FCPS School Social Work Services

View the individual event page if you would like to share this event with others.

What Your 11th & 12th Graders Are Learning in School About Drugs and How You Can Talk with Them *presented in English

Webinar highlights:

Find out what your children are learning about drugs in the 11th and 12th-grade drug lessons at their schools.

Prepare yourself to discuss what they are learning in school about substance misuse.

Gain practice skills to have important conversations about substances

Friday, October 13, 2023, 10-11:30 a.m. Share this event with others. *presented in English

Register for What Your 11th & 12th Graders Are Learning in School About Drugs and How You Can Talk with Them - presented in English

What Your 11th & 12th Graders Are Learning in School About Drugs and How You Can Talk with Them *presented in Spanish

Webinar highlights:

Find out what your children are learning about drugs in the 11th and 12th-grade drug lessons at their schools.

Prepare yourself to discuss what they are learning in school about substance misuse.

Gain practice skills to have important conversations about substances

Friday, October 20, 2023, 10-11:30 a.m. Share this event with others. *presented in Spanish

Register for What Your 11th & 12th Graders Are Learning in School About Drugs and How You Can Talk with Them - presented in Spanish

RECURRING NEWS & RESOURCES Woodson Calendar for ALL Events

You can select a category of events you want to see and then filter to target events that interest you. Categories include - Senior Class, Testing, 3rd Period, Athletics, Fine & Performing Arts, etc.

Bookmark this link to quickly access Woodson's events!

Attendance

Attendance is critical to student success in the classroom.

If your student will be absent from school, a parent/guardian must notify the attendance office.

Below is a quick guide for reporting all-day absences, late arrivals, and early check-outs from school.

Student Parking

Student parking on the Woodson campus is by permit only.

Students may submit their parking permit applications for the 2023-2024 school year online. Permits will be issued once Woodson High School can verify your application is complete and all outstanding school obligations have been paid.

Students may park on campus through September 5th while waiting for their application to process. After their application submission, students may pick up their permit in E116 only during their assigned lunch period.

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Order Your Woodson Yearbook NOW

Purchase your yearbook at the lowest price of the year!

Yearbooks for the 23-24 school year are available to order starting Friday, August 18th.

Last year, our yearbooks sold out!!! Reserve your copy now at the early-bird price of $70. Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com and enter Woodson’s code, 5278.

Don’t miss out!

Hazel Health: Virtual Therapy Services

Immunization Requirements for Seniors

The Code of Virginia requires all students to be immunized against certain communicable diseases prior to entrance into Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS).

All students entering twelfth grade will be required to receive one dose of Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) administered at age 16 or older, and prior to the beginning of school.

Twelfth grade students cannot begin school in August without proper Meningococcal documentation.

Please provide one of the following documents to Darlene Sheppard at dmsheppard@fcps.edu as soon as possible:

An updated immunization record showing that the student has received the Meningococcal vaccine.
A note on a healthcare provider’s letterhead stating the date the Meningococcal vaccine was given.
A healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
A notarized Religious Exemption Form which is available online

Please contact Darlene Sheppard at [email protected] if you have any questions.

Updates on Grading Policies

FCPS’ Grading Policy has been updated for the 2023-24 school year. The following changes were based on input from students, teachers, parents/caregivers, principals, and staff:

FCPS will maintain the current late work policy. Teachers must accept major assignments up to two weeks late. The maximum deduction for that time period is 10%. The current policy, when applied correctly, balances accountability and flexibility.

Teachers may now give zeroes for assignments that are not turned in. Students who make a reasonable effort to finish an assignment will get a minimum grade of 50%.

A rolling gradebook gives students more chances to show they understand material. Teachers who use a rolling gradebook must use reassessment and grading replacement practices that allow students to update learning from past quarters.

For teachers using a traditional gradebook, the lowest quarter grade that can be issued is 50%.

Updates to High School Transcripts

In order to increase transparency on high school transcripts, FCPS has updated high school course titles for courses that receive additional 0.5 or 1.0 weighting.

For all enrolled high school students in the 2023-24 school year and beyond, high school course titles will now reflect:

An HN (Honors) for any course that has a 0.5 additional weighting.

An AV (Advanced), AP (Advanced Placement), DE (Dual Enrollment), or IB (International Baccalaureate) for any course that has a 1.0 additional weighting.

Seniors who have already started to enter their senior year course lists through any college applications should review their course list to ensure they include appropriate course titles.

For additional information, including how to access transcripts, please visit FCPS’ website.

Parent Information Lines Available in Eight Languages

Parents 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.

Quick Links to Additional Resources

Woodson Athletics Week of September 4th

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For more information on teams and coaches, please visit our Woodson Athletics website at www.wtwoodsonsports.com

This Weeks Schedule Monday, September 4th

No Events Scheduled

Tuesday, September 5th

Field Hockey @ Lake Braddock 6:15/7:00pm (Away)

Wednesday, September 6th

Volleyball vs. Alexandria City 5:00/6:00/7:15pm (Home)

Thursday, September 7th

FR/JV Football @ Oakton 5:30/7:00pm (Away)

Golf @ Laurel Hill vs. South County 4:00pm (Away)

FR Field Hockey vs. Oakton 5:00pm (Home)

Friday, September 8th

Pediatric Cancer Awareness Night:

Varsity Football vs. Oakton 7:00pm (Home)

Come out to help Support Pediatric Cancer

https://team.curethekids.org/team/520709

Saturday, September 9th

Cross Country Monroe Parker @ Burke Lake 9:00am

Other Important Links

Activity Registration - wtwoodson-ar.rschooltoday.com

Woodson Athletics - www.woodsonsports.com

FCPS Student Athletics - www.fcps.edu/activities/student-athletics

NFHS Network Live Streaming- https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/schools/w-t-woodson-high-school-fairfax-va

E-Tix Link- https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/16311/wtwoodson-high-school-athletics

#CAVSTRONG #oneWoodson

W. T. Woodson High School Athletics & Activities: Web | Facebook | Twitter

Woodson Weekly - September 1st

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Woodson Weekly -
September 1st

Woodson Weekly is published every Friday to provide the community with important information about school life at Woodson High School.

Mission Statement

Woodson High School’s mission is to empower our community to reach their individual potential by creating a healthy environment of mutual respect, responsibility, equity, and inclusion.

To read this newsletter in other languages, please visit our website.

Para leer este mensaje en otros idiomas, podrán ver las traducciones automáticas en nuestro sitio web.

Celebrating Senior Sunrise

Important Upcoming Dates

Monday, September 4th - Labor Day Holiday

Tuesday, September 5th - Late Buses Start

Wednesday, September 6th - Senior Deadline for SAT School Day Intent to Participate Form (#2)

Friday, September 8th, 9:15-11pm - Cav Kickoff Dance, Aux Gym (#5)

Saturday, September 9th, 9am-12pm - Senior Parking Lot Painting (#6)

Tuesday, September 11th, 7pm - PTSO Meeting, Virtual

Thursday, September 14th, 6-8:30pm - Back to School Night (#10)

Saturday, September 23rd, 9am-12pm - Senior Parking Lot Painting (#6)

Monday, September 25th - Yom Kippur Holiday

Woodson's Integrated Events and Activities Calendar

In this Issue

ACTION Needed

1. Required Back to School Forms in SIS ParentVUE
2. Seniors only - SAT School Day Intent Form Due Wednesday, September 6th

NEW News

3. Message from Dr. Floyd
4. Late Buses Start Tuesday, September 5th
5. Cav Kick-Off Dance
6. Senior Parking Lot Painting
7. Counselor Corner
8. Schedule Change Request Process
9. A Great School Year Starts with Mental Wellness
10. Back to School Night
11. Family Life Education (FLE) Instructional Program Information
12. College and Career Center

PAST News but Still Important

13. Attendance
14. Student Parking Passes
15. FCPS Device Opt-Out
16. Partners for Safe Teen Driving Seminars
17. Class of 2024 Yard Signs
18. Forgotten Items & Lost and Found
19. Woodson Career Day - Looking for Speakers
20. Order Your Woodson Yearbook
21. Optional Beginning of School Forms
22. Woodson's PTSO

ACTION Needed 1. Required Forms for All Students

All students must have the following forms completed each school year. These forms can be completed online through the Online Verification Update in SIS ParentVUE.

These forms must be completed by the ENROLLING PARENT.

Emergency Care Form - Update on SIS ParentVUE

Information must be correct and what we will use in case of an emergency. We are asking all parents to review and update via SIS ParentVUE. If you have more than one child enrolled in FCPS, updating it for one student will update it for all of your students. Having the most up-to-date information for all of our students is essential to our ability to best meet all students' needs in the event of an emergency.
Health Information Form - Update on SIS ParentVUE

A health information form must be on file for all students. By updating “Current Health Conditions” and/or “Current Medical Care Details” in the emergency care form via SIS ParentVUE, this will be updated for the student.
Student's Rights & Responsibilities Signature Page

All students will review the SR&R in the first week of school. Every year, FCPS requires parents/guardians to review, sign, and return the SR&R parent/guardian signature page acknowledging awareness of online access to and/or the opportunity to receive a printed copy of the FCPS SR&R Guide for Families. Please acknowledge the SR&R on SIS ParentVUE.

The SR&R Booklet, can also be found on the FCPS website, along with updates to the SR&R for the 2023-24 school year.
Parent Digital Tool Permission
By completing this digital form, you provide permission for your child to use the FCPS-approved online tools listed as part of an instructional program.

2. Seniors Only - SAT Intent to Participate Form

This year, the test will be administered on Wednesday, October 11th.

To guarantee participation in SAT School Day exams, students must submit their online intent form by Wednesday, September 6th.

Your student will need to use an @fcpsschools.net email account to access and complete this form.

FCPS sites cannot accept walk-ins on the day of the exam.

If you have questions about the SAT School Day administration at Woodson High School, please contact Kathleen Crosson at [email protected] .

Woodson's Administrative Team
Mr. Marc Brooks, Mr. Blair Smith, Mr. Josh Peters, Dr. Carlyn Floyd, Ms. Bomin Collins, Ms. Kelly O'Connell, Dr. Paula DiSalvo, Ms. Kathy Martin

NEW News 3. Message from Dr. Floyd

Dear Woodson community,

Happy Labor Day weekend! I hope the extended break allows our families to connect and have some restful time together.

As shared with our families yesterday, I will be retiring from FCPS next month. My last day at Woodson HS will be Wednesday, September 13th. I have enjoyed the last 8 years here and it is time to explore the next phase of my career.

We have sent and will be sending several important communications to our families over the last/next few days. Please know that we are deliberate to not send more than one a day and we do try and combine messages as often as possible. We also attempt to send targeted messages to specific families whenever possible and appropriate.

Thank you for your attention to these important emails.

I hope everyone has a restful weekend,
Dr. Floyd
Principal
[email protected]

4. Late Buses Start Tuesday, Setember 5th

Late buses begin on Tuesday, September 5th and will continue on Tuesdays and Wednesdays through spring.

Students may stay after school to participate in clubs/activities and/or receive academic intervention with teachers.

On Tuesdays and Wednesdays, late buses will depart Woodson HS between 4:45 and 5:15pm. Students who access the smaller bus runs need to sign up for a bus in Room F122 before lunch each day.

Please note, students may NOT go across the street to the shopping center after school and then return for the late bus. This is not appropriate nor is it safe.

5. Cav Kick-off Dance

The Cav Kick-off dance will happen on Friday, September 8th, immediately following the first home football game.

The dance begins at 9:15pm or at the end of the football game (whichever comes first) and ends promptly at 11:00pm.

Admission is collected at the door.

6. Senior Parking Lot Painting

The cost to paint each parking space is $10.

These are the guidelines that must be followed in order to participate. Please see the Class of 2024 Schoology site for full details.

Please send an email to [email protected] & [email protected]. to let us know which painting day you plan to attend.

7. Counselor Corner

Counselors have been working hard to settle students into classes, enroll new families, and prepare for another successful year.

Bookmark our Woodson Student Services padlet to access all of our padlets, to name a few: grade-level padlets with curriculum lessons and post-secondary planning resources, academic support padlet, social/emotional support padlet, and academic advising padlet with graduation requirements and course planning information. With the limits on phone use, students may want to bookmark our Woodson Wellness site to utilize brain breaks during appropriate class time.

Counselors hosted Senior Parent Information Night last week. We shared helpful planning information to prepare seniors for processing college applications and planning for successfully managing their senior year and to enter their post-secondary chapter. We hosted guest speakers from the Woodson PTSO, NOVA, and CNU. Here is the Senior Night presentation if you missed it. We will speak to seniors during upcoming Learning Seminar classes to review the transcript request process, college planning support, and best next steps, including completing the IS-111 Consent form so we may release transcripts to colleges. We will highlight the resources located on the Senior Padlet and emphasize the student-focused tasks they need to complete. Good luck to all!

Students may submit requests to change electives or move down a level (AP to Honors or Honors to AP) during the schedule change request window between 9/5-9/22. Schedule change request forms are available for students to pickup in Student Services. Please note that change requests reviewed by administrators and approved changes are also dependent upon seat availability. Please see below for additional information regarding the schedule change request process.

8. Schedule Change Request Process

The schedule change request window for this year is from September 5th – September 22nd.

9. A Great School Year Starts With Mental Wellness

All FCPS high school students can access virtual therapy sessions with licensed counselors from Hazel Health at no cost.

Hazel’s therapists — who specialize in working with teens — can help students address mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss, anxiety, peer and family relationships, and academic stress.

For high schoolers to participate in teletherapy services, caregivers must:

Give permission for FCPS to share basic demographic information with Hazel in ParentVUE.
Consent for Hazel Health services.

Students must be referred to therapy by a caregiver or designated school staff member.

Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

Woodson's drum corps prepares for the first home football game on Friday, September 8th at 7pm.

10. Back to School Night

Back to School Night is in-person this year on Thursday, September 14th from 6-8:30pm.

At 5:30pm, School Board welcome back messages will stream in a loop in the Auditorium.

Please arrive early as parking will be tight.

11. Family Life Education (FLE) Instructional Program Information

Program questions may be addressed by our Director of Student Activities, Blair Smith or by contacting Instructional Services at 571-423-4550 or [email protected].

Annual Notice of Survey, Records, Curriculum, Privacy, and Related Rights and Opt-Out Forms.

12. College & Career Center Information

IMPORTANT DATES – for more information, registration links & additional events, please visit the live Calendar below.

September 6 Senior Support every Wednesday morning/College Rep Visits

October 4 Military Recruiter Lunch Visits Wednesdays through May

October 6 Senior College Application Workshop All Lunches

October 11 PSAT/SAT Day

October 15 FCPS College Fair @ GMU

October 16&17 FCPS Virtual Postsecondary Nights

October 24 Senior College Application Workshop All Lunches

November 3 Woodson Career Day

November 20 Senior College Application Workshop All Lunches

November 28 ASVAB Test

November 29 Junior Information Night

January 30 FCPS Gap Year Fair @ Marshall HS

February 13 U.S. Service Academy & ROTC Program Info Night @ Madison HS

March 13 Sophomore College Night

April 3 Junior Focus Day

Our College Rep Visits for Juniors & Seniors will begin next week. Students must go to Naviance to sign up. Woodson College & Career Center Newsletters, Resume Building, Military Resources, Apprenticeships/Trade Schools and more can be found on the Woodson College & Career Padlets. Questions? Please email [email protected].

PAST News but Still Important 13. Attendance

Attendance is critical to student success in the classroom.

Below is a quick guide for reporting all-day absences, late arrivals, and early check-outs from school.

14. Student Parking Passes

Parking passes for the 2022-23 school year are available for purchase. The cost for a full-year parking pass is $200.00.

Parking is free the first week of school while parking passes are purchased. Enforcement will begin on Tuesday, September 5th.

15. FCPS Device Opt-Out

If your student wishes to use a family-owned device, please review the FCPS BYOD page for details regarding personal device requirements.

To opt-out of the FCPS-owned device, log into your ParentVUE account and select Student Info, then select Edit Information. Scroll down and select NO to "Accept FCPS device." This indication will let us know that we do not need to check-out an FCPS laptop to your child.

Please know that some standardized tests require the student to test on an FCPS-owned device. We will have an FCPS device available for your child to use during testing periods.

16. Partners for Safe Teen Driving Seminars

Monday, September 18th
Wednesday, November 15th
Monday, February 12th
Monday, April 15th

Questions? Please contact David O'Hara at [email protected].

17. Class of 2024 Yard Signs

The 2024 yard signs are here! Click HERE to purchase one online! You will receive an email confirming your purchase, and where and how to pick up your order.

Attention Freshman, Sophomore and Junior Parents!

18. Forgotten Items & Lost and Found

Q - My son/daughter forgot their lunch/homework assignment/laptop. Where can I drop off items?

A– Forgotten items may be dropped off at the main office on a designated bookshelf. Please make sure your child's name is written on the item.

Q - My son/daughter lost their wallet (or any item). Where should I go to see if it has been turned in?

A – You may come to the main office and a Safety and Security assistant will escort you to the Lost and Found room to search for your item.

19. Woodson Career Day - Looking for Speakers

On this day we are looking for guest speakers to share what they do, how they got started, successes, challenges, and what they learned in high school that they are still using on a daily basis.

20. Order Your Woodson Yearbook NOW

Purchase your yearbook at the lowest price of the year!

Yearbooks for the 23-24 school year are available to order starting TODAY, Friday, August 18th.

Last year, our yearbooks sold out!!! Reserve your copy now at the early-bird price of $70. Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com and enter Woodson’s code, 5278.

Don’t miss out!

21. Optional Back to School Forms

There are additional forms that are available for Parents/Guardians to complete. Please fill out any that apply to your student and email to Darlene Sheppard at [email protected].

FCPS Privacy and Opt Out Forms
The 2023-2024 Annual Notice of Survey, Records, Curriculum, Privacy, and Related Rights and Opt-Out Forms booklet details parents’ rights regarding FCPS policies. These forms should be printed out and turned in ONLY IF YOU WISH YOUR CHILD TO BE OPTED-OUT.
Military Connected Student Form
In accordance with the Code of Virginia (§22.1-287.04), local school divisions are required to identify students who have a parent in the United States uniformed services. Completing this form allows Virginia localities to maintain reliable and accurate data for potential grant funding and to receive services to meet the needs of uniformed services-connected students.
FCPS Free and Reduced Lunch Forms and Consent to Share Information

Families must submit an application and be approved to be eligible for free and reduced price meals for the 2023-24 school year.

Eligible families are encouraged to submit the Free and Reduced-Price Meal application before the first day of the 2023-24 school year. More information is on the FCPS website, including forms to apply for Free or Reduced Lunch.

If your children are eligible for free and reduced lunch, they may also be eligible to participate in several fee-based programs (class fees, senior dues, parking fees, etc.) at either no cost or a reduced cost if you provide a consent to share information form. You can scroll to the bottom of the FCPS page to access “Consent to Share Information."

22. Woodson's PTSO

Our mission is to make every child’s potential a reality by engaging and empowering families and communities to advocate for all children.

PTSO meetings take place the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7pm in the Library at Woodson HS.

Whether you are a new or returning WTW parent, please get involved in any way that works for you. Here are some quick links to get you started:

Join our PTSO
Make a Donation
Sign up for one of our Volunteer Opportunities
Ask a local business to become a Business or Community Sponsor
Find WT Woodson on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter
Go shopping! Amazon, Office Depot, groceries, etc. Link your accounts and a portion of your sales will go to our school!

Mental Health Resources | 24/7 Emergency Numbers

If you are in crisis, text NEEDHELP to 85511, call 1-800-273-TALK, or dial 911; TTY dial 711

CrisisLink Regional Hotline: 703-527-4077 (CrisisLink is a hotline for individuals in crisis or family/friends seeking guidance for how to help a loved one)

Dominion Hospital Assessment and Referral Line: 703-536-2000

Inova Emergency Services: 703-289-7560

Mobile Crisis Unit: 1-844-627-4747

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK or 1-800-SUICIDE

Plan D Nova https://www.plandnova.org/ (a website for Northern Virginia teens who suffer from depression: #breakthestigma)

9525 Main Street Fairfax, VA 22031 | Main Office: 703.503.4600
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Woodson PTSO WeMail - August 29

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SCHEDULE REMINDERS
PTSO NEWS
WOODSON NEWS & EVENTS
CAVS SPORTS
FUNDRAISERS
RESOURCES FOR WOODSON STUDENTS, PARENTS & FAMILIES
FCPS NEWS & EVENTS
RECURRING NEWS & RESOURCES

SCHEDULE REMINDERS

THIS WEEK

Friday, September 1st - School Holiday

NEXT WEEK

Monday, September 4th - Labor Day Holiday

LOOKING AHEAD

Tuesday, September 12th - PTSO Meeting 7PM - 8PM

Thursday, September 14th, 6-8 PM - Back to School Night

Monday, September 25th - School Holiday; Yom Kippur

Wednesday, October 11th - PSAT/NMSQT and SAT School Day

Saturday, October 21st - Homecoming Dance

Monday, December 18th-Monday, January 1st - Winter Break

Monday, March 25th-Friday, March 29th - Spring Break

Saturday, May 11th - Senior Prom

Thursday, June 6th, 2pm - Graduation for the Class of 2024 at EagleBank Arena, GMU

Wednesday, June 12th - Last Day of School

The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

PTSO NEWS A Message from PTSO Co-Presidents Sara Mastro & Becky Daw

Dear Woodson Families,

We are so excited to start another school year together! The PTSO has several initiatives we are already rolling out and we could use your help.

In the next several weeks we will be:

Opening our fall grant program to all students/parents and teachers
Providing additional support to our military families
Stocking up our pantry for our Woodson families in need
(and more in the months to come!)

To meet these goals, we need your support. Please consider donating to the PTSO. We are making it easy this year with PayPal: Donate Here

If you donate $25 you get an automatic membership so make sure to add your first name, last name and email in the notes and we will register you!

Want to donate $50? That's two adult memberships so add both names and email addresses. An additional $5 adds a student membership, too (with name and email address).

If you don't have PayPal that's OK - we also have our WoodsonPTSO.org site that will take donations.

Questions? Please email Sara at [email protected] or Becky at [email protected]

Thank you!

Your 23-24 Woodson PTSO

Woodson PTSO Officer Board for 2023-24 School Year

WOODSON NEWS & EVENTS Senior Night Slides

In case you were not able to attend Senior Night on August 24, or interested in the presentation slides (including the NOVA & CNU presentations), they are linked here and have been posted on the Senior Padlet.

National Honor Society Interest Meeting

Partners for Safe Teen Driving Seminars

Monday, September 18th
Wednesday, November 15th
Monday, February 12th
Monday, April 15th

Questions? Please contact David O'Hara at [email protected].

Woodson Career Day - Looking for Speakers

On this day we are looking for guest speakers to share what they do, how they got started, successes, challenges, and what they learned in high school that they are still using on a daily basis.

Woodson Science Fair

Content areas include:

Micro & Macro Biology
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Physics
Behavioral Science
Engineering
Material Science
Computer Science

The Woodson Science Fair will be held Tuesday, January 30, 2024 during the school day if you’re interested in helping! (Snow date: Feb 1)

Already a science fair judge from last year? Don’t worry, we have your info!

Thank you for supporting our students and Woodson Science!

For the most up to date information on activities and ongoing events at Woodson, please follow us on Instagram at @woodsoncavalry AND @wtwoodsonhs.

You can also follow your class at: @wt_woodson2024 OR @wt_woodson2025 OR @wt_woodson2026 OR @wt_woodson2027.

Athletics - @woodsoncavathletics

Student Services - @wtwstudentsvcs

College & Career Center - @wtwcareercenter

And, follow the Woodson PTSO on Facebook!

FUNDRAISERS Woodson Marching Cavaliers Tag Day - Saturday September 9th, 2023

In the past, funds have been used to help replace marching brass instruments, purchase equipment/props to support the fall marching show and repair or replace uniforms.

Class of 2024 Yard Signs

The 2024 yard signs are here! Click HERE to purchase one online! You will receive an email confirming your purchase, and where and how to pick up your order.

Attention Freshman, Sophomore and Junior Parents!

Woodson Chorus Boosters

The Senior Honors Choir registration form is due this Wednesday, August 30, for any students who are auditioning. Students can fill out the form on Schoology.

Chorus Uniform Fittings: All chorus students need a uniform. There are three options for chorus uniforms this year:

Option 1: Formal Dress

Option 2: Gender Neutral Top and Pants

Option 3: Tuxedo

There are four steps to the uniform process:

1) All chorus students must fill out the Google form. Use this link or the form in Schoology.

2) Pay for the items you are renting or purchasing for your student from Woodson Chorus via My School Bucks.

3) Have your student sign up for their fitting appointment (either September 5 or September 11 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.) in the Chorus Room.

4) Help your student complete the fitting information form and make sure they bring it to their fitting appointment.

We also need volunteers to help with the uniform fittings. Please use the Sign-Up Genius link.

Senior Class of 2024 Legacy Bricks

Buy a Brick and create a Lasting Legacy for your Woodson Student!

To purchase, visit the Woodson PTSO PTBOARD website HERE. If you prefer, you can mail the brick order form (LINK HERE) to the school with a check.

All orders are due no later than April 14, 2024. Plan accordingly!

If you have questions, or for more info contact Shane or Katherine Gilbert at [email protected]

STUDENT DRIVER MAGNETS

If you have any questions contact Shane or Katherine Gilbert at [email protected]

CAV SPORTS This Weeks Schedule Monday, August 28th

Field Hockey vs. Marshall Var 6:15/JV 7:30pm (Home)

Volleyball @ Oakton 5:00/6:00/7:15pm (Away)

Tuesday, August 29th

Field Hockey vs. Washington and Liberty 5:00/6:15/7:00pm (Home)

Wednesday, August 30th

Fresh/JV Football vs. Chantilly (Scrimmage) 5:30/7:00pm (Home)

Cross Country vs. West Potomac, Robinson, West Springfield @ Franconia Park 5:00pm (Away)

Volleyball @ Robinson 5:00/5:00/6:30pm (Away)

Golf vs. Fairfax @ ANCC 4:00pm (Away)

Thursday, August 31st

Varsity Football @ Chantilly 7:00pm (Away)

Varsity Volleyball @ Washington and Liberty 6:00pm (Away)

Field Hockey @ Oakton 5:00/6:15/7:00pm (Away)

Friday, September 1st

Field Hockey vs. Stafford @ South County 9:00am (Away)

Field Hockey vs. Hayfield @ South County Noon (away)

Saturday, September 2nd

No Games Scheduled

Varsity Field Hockey Highlights

Woodson earned an emphatic 7-0 victory over Falls Church on Tuesday. Reese Cuviello scored two goals with Julia Oleyar, Amanda Lee, Eva Lennon,Katie Robertson and Siena Niedrick each scoring one. Astrid Maslin and Allison Um added accurating passing, while the defense was led by Ella Mathias and Kelby Lennen.

The Cavaliers lost to Oakton 5-1 on Thursday night. Alex Walrath scored Woodson’s lone goal on a pass from Amanda Lee.

On Saturday, Woodson secured a 2-1 victory over South Lakes. Alex Walrath’s pass to Siena Niedrick produced the first goal. South Lakes tied the game in the second quarter, but Ava Durosko made two stops to thwart additional scoring. Katie Roberston redirected momentum in the third quarter with a midfield battle for ball control. That effort energized the Cavs with goalkeeper Molly Billingsley making three saves and Grace Hartley stopping another South Lakes attack. With time running out, Woodson earned a penalty corner and ran a corner blitz with multiple players controlling the ball until Julia Oleyar scored the game winner.

Woodson defeated York High school 2-0 in Saturday’s second game. Siena Niedrick scored two goals on passes from Alex Walrath and Julia Oleyar. The score was preserved due to the hustle and stick work of Reese Cuviello, Kelby Lennen, Astrid Maslin, Grace Hartley, Ava Durosko and a save by goalkeeper AJ Ingson.

RESOURCES FOR WOODSON STUDENTS, PARENTS & FAMILIES Lightspeed Parent Report on Child’s Device Activity

Learn more about Lightspeed Parent Reports.

FCPS NEWS & EVENTS Updates on Grading Policies

FCPS’ Grading Policy has been updated for the 2023-24 school year. The following changes were based on input from students, teachers, parents/caregivers, principals, and staff:

FCPS will maintain the current late work policy. Teachers must accept major assignments up to two weeks late. The maximum deduction for that time period is 10%. The current policy, when applied correctly, balances accountability and flexibility.

Teachers may now give zeroes for assignments that are not turned in. Students who make a reasonable effort to finish an assignment will get a minimum grade of 50%.

A rolling gradebook gives students more chances to show they understand material. Teachers who use a rolling gradebook must use reassessment and grading replacement practices that allow students to update learning from past quarters.

For teachers using a traditional gradebook, the lowest quarter grade that can be issued is 50%.

Parent Information Lines Available in Eight Languages

Parents 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.

RECURRING NEWS & RESOURCES Woodson Calendar for ALL Events

You can select a category of events you want to see and then filter to target events that interest you. Categories include - Senior Class, Testing, 3rd Period, Athletics, Fine & Performing Arts, etc.

Bookmark this link to quickly access Woodson's events!

Attendance

Attendance is critical to student success in the classroom.

If your student will be absent from school, a parent/guardian must notify the attendance office.

Below is a quick guide for reporting all-day absences, late arrivals, and early check-outs from school.

Student Parking

Student parking on the Woodson campus is by permit only.

Click for more information

Order Your Woodson Yearbook NOW

Purchase your yearbook at the lowest price of the year!

Yearbooks for the 23-24 school year are available to order starting Friday, August 18th.

Last year, our yearbooks sold out!!! Reserve your copy now at the early-bird price of $70. Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com and enter Woodson’s code, 5278.

Don’t miss out!

Hazel Health: Virtual Therapy Services

Immunization Requirements for Seniors

The Code of Virginia requires all students to be immunized against certain communicable diseases prior to entrance into Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS).

All students entering twelfth grade will be required to receive one dose of Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) administered at age 16 or older, and prior to the beginning of school.

Twelfth grade students cannot begin school in August without proper Meningococcal documentation.

Please provide one of the following documents to Darlene Sheppard at dmsheppard@fcps.edu as soon as possible:

An updated immunization record showing that the student has received the Meningococcal vaccine.
A note on a healthcare provider’s letterhead stating the date the Meningococcal vaccine was given.
A healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
A notarized Religious Exemption Form which is available online

Please contact Darlene Sheppard at [email protected] if you have any questions.

Updates to High School Transcripts

In order to increase transparency on high school transcripts, FCPS has updated high school course titles for courses that receive additional 0.5 or 1.0 weighting.

For all enrolled high school students in the 2023-24 school year and beyond, high school course titles will now reflect:

An HN (Honors) for any course that has a 0.5 additional weighting.

An AV (Advanced), AP (Advanced Placement), DE (Dual Enrollment), or IB (International Baccalaureate) for any course that has a 1.0 additional weighting.

Seniors who have already started to enter their senior year course lists through any college applications should review their course list to ensure they include appropriate course titles.

For additional information, including how to access transcripts, please visit FCPS’ website.

Quick Links to Additional Resources

Woodson Athletics Week of August 28th

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Cavalier Athletics

For more information on teams and coaches, please visit our Woodson Athletics website at www.wtwoodsonsports.com

This Weeks Schedule Monday, August 28th

Field Hockey vs. Marshall Var 6:15/JV 7:30pm (Home)

Volleyball @ Oakton 5:00/6:00/7:15pm (Away)

Tuesday, August 29th

Field Hockey vs. Washington and Liberty 5:00/6:15/7:00pm (Home)

Wednesday, August 30th

Fresh/JV Football vs. Chantilly (Scrimmage) 5:30/7:00pm (Home)

Cross Country vs. West Potomac, Robinson, West Springfield @ Franconia Park 5:00pm (Away)

Volleyball @ Robinson 5:00/5:00/6:30pm (Away)

Golf vs. Fairfax @ ANCC 4:00pm (Away)

Thursday, August 31st

Varsity Football @ Chantilly 7:00pm (Away)

Varsity Volleyball @ Washington and Liberty 6:00pm (Away)

Field Hocket @ Oakton 5:00/6:15/7:00pm (Away)

Friday, September 1st

Field Hockey vs. Stafford @ South County 9:00am (Away)

Field Hockey vs. Hayfield @ South County Noon (away)

Saturday, September 2nd

No Games Scheduled

Other Important Links

Activity Registration - wtwoodson-ar.rschooltoday.com

Woodson Athletics - www.woodsonsports.com

FCPS Student Athletics - www.fcps.edu/activities/student-athletics

NFHS Network Live Streaming- https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/schools/w-t-woodson-high-school-fairfax-va

E-Tix Link- https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/16311/wtwoodson-high-school-athletics

#CAVSTRONG #oneWoodson

W. T. Woodson High School Athletics & Activities: Web | Facebook | Twitter

Woodson Weekly - August 25th

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Woodson Weekly -
August 25th

Woodson Weekly is published every Friday to provide the community with important information about school life at Woodson High School.

Mission Statement

Woodson High School’s mission is to empower our community to reach their individual potential by creating a healthy environment of mutual respect, responsibility, equity, and inclusion.

To read this newsletter in other languages, please visit our website.

Para leer este mensaje en otros idiomas, podrán ver las traducciones automáticas en nuestro sitio web.

Students cheer on the volleyball team at the first home game.

Important Upcoming Dates

Monday-Tuesday, August 28th-29th - School Picture Days (#4)

Friday, September 1st - School Holiday

Monday, September 4th - Labor Day Holiday

Tuesday, September 5th - Late Buses Start

Thursday, September 14th, 6-8pm - Back to School Night

Woodson's Integrated Events and Activities Calendar

In this Issue

ACTION Needed

1. Required Back to School Forms in SIS ParentVUE
2. Seniors only - SAT School Day Intent Form Due Wednesday, September 6th

NEW News

3. Message from Dr. Floyd
4. Underclass School Picture Days
5. Back to School Night
6. Forgotten Items & Lost and Found
7. FCPS Device Opt-Out
8. Varsity Math Team
9. Partners for Safe Teen Driving Seminars
10. Graduation Date and Time Set
11. Class of 2024 Yard Signs
12. Congratulations and Welcome to Woodson's new Librarian
13. Woodson Career Day - Looking for Speakers
14. Lightspeed Parent Report on Child's Device Activity
15. "When a Nap Isn't a Nap"

PAST News but Still Important

16. Kiss and Ride and Parking Procedures
17. Student Parking Passes
18. Attendance
19. Order Your Woodson Yearbook
20. Optional Beginning of School Forms
21. College & Career Center Information
22. Woodson's PTSO

ACTION Needed 1. Required Forms for All Students

All students must have the following forms completed each school year. These forms can be completed online through the Online Verification Update in SIS ParentVUE.

These forms must be completed by the ENROLLING PARENT.

Emergency Care Form - Update on SIS ParentVUE

Information must be correct and what we will use in case of an emergency. We are asking all parents to review and update via SIS ParentVUE. If you have more than one child enrolled in FCPS, updating it for one student will update it for all of your students. Having the most up-to-date information for all of our students is essential to our ability to best meet all students' needs in the event of an emergency.
Health Information Form - Update on SIS ParentVUE

A health information form must be on file for all students. By updating “Current Health Conditions” and/or “Current Medical Care Details” in the emergency care form via SIS ParentVUE, this will be updated for the student.
Student's Rights & Responsibilities Signature Page

All students will review the SR&R in the first week of school. Every year, FCPS requires parents/guardians to review, sign, and return the SR&R parent/guardian signature page acknowledging awareness of online access to and/or the opportunity to receive a printed copy of the FCPS SR&R Guide for Families. Please acknowledge the SR&R on SIS ParentVUE.

The SR&R Booklet, can also be found on the FCPS website, along with updates to the SR&R for the 2023-24 school year.
Parent Digital Tool Permission
By completing this digital form, you provide permission for your child to use the FCPS-approved online tools listed as part of an instructional program.

2. Seniors Only - SAT Intent to Participate Form

Senior parents/students: Please refer to the email sent on Monday, August 14th regarding SAT School Day.

This year, the test will be administered on Wednesday, October 11th.

To guarantee participation in SAT School Day exams, students must submit their online intent form by Wednesday, September 6th.

Your student will need to use an @fcpsschools.net email account to access and complete this form.

FCPS sites cannot accept walk-ins on the day of the exam.

If you have questions about the SAT School Day administration at Woodson High School, please contact Kathleen Crosson at [email protected] .

Students in Ms. Barry's Biology class in a collaborative and problem solving activity.

NEW News 3. Message from Dr. Floyd

Dear Woodson Community,

What an exciting first week of school! Having students back in the building is both energizing and heartwarming. I have watched students interact and smile as they get to know their teachers and peers – and in class without cell phones. Based on what I have observed thus far, I anticipate a positive and productive school year!

Our students and staff are learning to work without their cell phones in class. So far, we are making progress! Please continue to help your child embrace the new normal of no cell phone access during class.

Also, please be patient to wait for a response from your child until the break between classes or lunch time. The cell phone policy is outlined in the Students’ Rights and Responsibilities which students viewed this week. You can review the information presented at this link. Part of the SRR is a reminder of respect towards all.

I expect all students and staff to respect and honor our diverse community, and build a culture of inclusivity and equity, all day, every day, year round. Should your teen experience bullying or harassment, especially around gender, race, identity, culture, or around anything else that makes them the unique person who they are, please let an adult know – to contact your child’s administrator, please visit this site. We will not tolerate any form of bullying, harassment, hate or discrimination at Woodson HS.

With Fall coming, I invite all families out to see various sporting events, marching band exhibitions and other activities that will happen over the next few months. It is a great time to visit campus and see our students in action.

Enjoy the weekend,

Dr. Floyd
Principal
[email protected]

4. Underclass School Picture Days

Underclass school Picture Days are coming Monday, August 28th & Tuesday August 29th. Images will be available to view and purchase approximately two weeks following our school's picture day.

Freshmen and Sophomores will take pictures during HPE and Juniors will take pictures with their English class. Pictures will take place in the Aux Gym.

Students not enrolled in these classes will take pictures during Return period on Tuesday, August 29th.

Save time and pre-order online. For questions about ordering school pictures please email [email protected].

5. Back to School Night

Back to School Night is in-person this year on Thursday, September 14th from 5:30p.m.-8:40 p.m. More details will be shared next week.

Woodson's Marching Band visited elementary schools today!

6. Forgotten Items & Lost and Found

Q - My son/daughter forgot their lunch/homework assignment/laptop. Where can I drop off items?

A– Forgotten items may be dropped off at the main office on a designated bookshelf. Please make sure your child's name is written on the item.

Q - My son/daughter lost their wallet (or any item). Where should I go to see if it has been turned in?

A – You may come to the main office and a Safety and Security assistant will escort you to the Lost and Found room to search for your item.

7. FCPS Device Opt-Out

If your student wishes to use a family-owned device, please review the FCPS BYOD page for details regarding personal device requirements.

Please know that some standardized tests require the student to test on an FCPS-owned device. We will have an FCPS device available for your child to use during testing periods.

8. Varsity Math Team

Congratulations to the 2022-2023 Varsity Math Team for earning 2nd Place in the Virginia Math League! They competed 6 times from October 2022 to March 2023 against 51 other high schools in the state. We are so proud of all their hard work, and we look forward to seeing what the team accomplishes this year. Pictured are just a small portion of the team from last year who are currently in Multivariable Calculus.

9. Partners for Safe Teen Driving Seminars

Monday, September 18th
Wednesday, November 15th
Monday, February 12th
Monday, April 15th

Questions? Please contact David O'Hara at [email protected].

Seniors celebrate the first day of school with the traditional Senior Sunrise

10. Graduation Date and Time Set

Mark your calendars! The Woodson HS Class of 2024 will graduate on Thursday, June 6th at 2:00 p.m. at EagleBank Arena on the campus of George Mason University.

11. Class of 2024 Yard Signs

The 2024 yard signs are here! Click HERE to purchase one online! You will receive an email confirming your purchase, and where and how to pick up your order.

Attention Freshman, Sophomore and Junior Parents!

12. Congratulations and Welcome to Woodson's new Librarian

The Journalism Education Association announced that Woodson's new Librarian has been awarded the JEA Medal of Merit.

This award recognizes significant contributions to scholastic journalism at the national level.

Erinn Harris committed countless hours to helping her own student journalists learn, grow and achieve at the highest level, and she also gives to countless advisers and students in her role as Virginia’s state director for JEA, a board member of the Virginia Association of Journalism Teachers and Advisers and the Southern Interscholastic Press Association, a past board member of the Columbia Scholastic Press Advisers Association and as the past JEA awards committee chair.

In all of these roles she freely gives of her time and talents to help journalism advisers and students both in FCPS and beyond.

13. Woodson Career Day - Looking for Speakers

On this day we are looking for guest speakers to share what they do, how they got started, successes, challenges, and what they learned in high school that they are still using on a daily basis.

14. Lightspeed Parent Report on Child’s Device Activity

Learn more about Lightspeed Parent Reports.

15. "When a Nap Isn't a Nap"

Overdoses touch people and communities in many ways. International Overdose Awareness Day, August 31st, 2023, is the world’s largest annual campaign to end overdose and remember those who have died without stigma while also acknowledging the grief of their loved ones.

An overdose means having more of a drug(s) than the body can handle. Unfortunately, opioid misuse is now the leading cause of unnatural death in Fairfax County according to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. Don’t allow it to go unnoticed in your home, in our community.

Please view this document on overdose awareness.

PAST News but Still Important 16. Kiss and Ride and Parking Procedures

In order to maximize traffic flow and safety of all on campus, we need everyone to arrive before 8AM (this allows students to get to class at or before 8:10AM).

Please note, as indicated on the map and explained below, if you are driving on Whitacre Rd, the Kiss and Ride you are to use is off Whitacre Rd. If you are coming off of Pickett Rd, the Kiss and Ride entrance that you will use is off Pickett Road. Please do not attempt to access Entrance 1 via Whitacre Road. This is VERY important for the safety of all students, staff and other drivers.

Please read the following procedures for parking and Kiss and Ride indicated by the map above:

1 - Bus and staff entrance: This is the first entrance off Whitacre Road into the Woodson property.

2 - Senior parking lot: The second entrance off Whitacre Road into the Senior lot is for Senior student parking only.

3 - Whitacre Road Kiss and Ride: The third entrance off Whitacre Road is the entrance to the Kiss and Ride loop by the tennis courts. Drop off students BEFORE 8AM at Door 9, not before (only in front of) Door 9. For safety reasons, only drop off students in front of Door 9, not before.

4 - Junior parking lot: The last entrance off Whitacre Road, which is also the stadium entrance. When looking at the stadium, the Junior lot is on the left.

5 - Pickett Road Kiss and Ride: If you are coming to Woodson from 236, use the Pickett Road entrance, NOT Whitacre Rd. This will allow you to drop your child(ren) off at Door 2. Only staff can access the front lot from Whitacre Road. Only staff can access Kiss and Ride at the front of the school from Whitacre Road.

DO NOT park at the shopping center across the street; they will tow your car.

If you have never used the lots at Woodson High School, please do a dry run prior to the first day of school.

Remember, students are expected to be in class at 8:10am, not walking in the doors of the school. If they are tardy due to a late kiss and ride drop off, it is an unexcused tardy (UNT). If your child(ren) use the school bus and the bus is late, students are marked excused tardy (EXT) in SIS attendance.

Please know that school staff and the SRO are not permitted to direct traffic which is why it is even more important that students are at school by 8AM, to ensure any backup of traffic does not cause your child(ren) to be unexcused tardy (UNT) for class.

Thank you for your assistance with this very important safety matter.

17. Student Parking Passes

Parking passes for the 2022-23 school year are available for purchase. The cost for a full-year parking pass is $200.00.

Parking is free the first week of school while parking passes are purchased. Enforcement will begin on Tuesday, September 5th.

18. Attendance

Attendance is critical to student success in the classroom.

Below is a quick guide for reporting all-day absences, late arrivals, and early check-outs from school.

19. Order Your Woodson Yearbook NOW

Purchase your yearbook at the lowest price of the year!

Yearbooks for the 23-24 school year are available to order starting TODAY, Friday, August 18th.

Last year, our yearbooks sold out!!! Reserve your copy now at the early-bird price of $70. Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com and enter Woodson’s code, 5278.

Don’t miss out!

20. Optional Back to School Forms

There are additional forms that are available for Parents/Guardians to complete. Please fill out any that apply to your student and email to Darlene Sheppard at [email protected].

FCPS Privacy and Opt Out Forms
The 2023-2024 Annual Notice of Survey, Records, Curriculum, Privacy, and Related Rights and Opt-Out Forms booklet details parents’ rights regarding FCPS policies. These forms should be printed out and turned in ONLY IF YOU WISH YOUR CHILD TO BE OPTED-OUT.
Military Connected Student Form
In accordance with the Code of Virginia (§22.1-287.04), local school divisions are required to identify students who have a parent in the United States uniformed services. Completing this form allows Virginia localities to maintain reliable and accurate data for potential grant funding and to receive services to meet the needs of uniformed services-connected students.
FCPS Free and Reduced Lunch Forms and Consent to Share Information

Families must submit an application and be approved to be eligible for free and reduced price meals for the 2023-24 school year.

Eligible families are encouraged to submit the Free and Reduced-Price Meal application before the first day of the 2023-24 school year. More information is on the FCPS website, including forms to apply for Free or Reduced Lunch.

If your children are eligible for free and reduced lunch, they may also be eligible to participate in several fee-based programs (class fees, senior dues, parking fees, etc.) at either no cost or a reduced cost if you provide a consent to share information form. You can scroll to the bottom of the FCPS page to access “Consent to Share Information."

21. College & Career Center Information

Woodson College & Career Center Newsletters, Scholarship & Enrichment Opportunities, Resume Building, Military Resources & more can be found on the Woodson College & Career Padlets. Questions? Please email [email protected]. Upcoming Events can be accessed in the live Calendar below. College Rep Visits for Juniors & Seniors will begin on Sept 5, 2023.

22. Woodson's PTSO

Our mission is to make every child’s potential a reality by engaging and empowering families and communities to advocate for all children.

Mental Health Resources | 24/7 Emergency Numbers

If you are in crisis, text NEEDHELP to 85511, call 1-800-273-TALK, or dial 911; TTY dial 711

CrisisLink Regional Hotline: 703-527-4077 (CrisisLink is a hotline for individuals in crisis or family/friends seeking guidance for how to help a loved one)

Dominion Hospital Assessment and Referral Line: 703-536-2000

Inova Emergency Services: 703-289-7560

Mobile Crisis Unit: 1-844-627-4747

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK or 1-800-SUICIDE

Plan D Nova https://www.plandnova.org/ (a website for Northern Virginia teens who suffer from depression: #breakthestigma)

9525 Main Street Fairfax, VA 22031 | Main Office: 703.503.4600
Attendance: 703.503.4800 | Web | Facebook | Twitter

Woodson PTSO WeMail - August 22

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SCHEDULE REMINDERS
PTSO NEWS
WOODSON NEWS & EVENTS
CAVS SPORTS
FUNDRAISERS
RESOURCES FOR WOODSON STUDENTS, PARENTS & FAMILIES
FCPS NEWS & EVENTS

SCHEDULE REMINDERS

THIS WEEK

Thursday August 24th, 6:30-8 PM, Auditorium - Senior Night for Class of 2024

NEXT WEEK

Monday-Tuesday, August 28th-29th - Underclass School Picture Days

LOOKING AHEAD

Friday, September 1st - School Holiday

Monday, September 4th - Labor Day Holiday

Tuesday, September 12th - PTSO Meeting 7PM - 8PM

Thursday, September 14th, 6-8 PM - Back to School Night

Monday, September 25th - School Holiday; Yom Kippur

Wednesday, October 11th - PSAT/NMSQT and SAT School Day

Saturday, October 21st - Homecoming Dance

Monday, December 18th-Monday, January 1st - Winter Break

Monday, March 25th-Friday, March 29th - Spring Break

Saturday, May 11th - Senior Prom

Thursday, June 6th, 2pm - Graduation for the Class of 2024 at EagleBank Arena, GMU

Wednesday, June 12th - Last Day of School

The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

PTSO NEWS A Message from PTSO Co-Presidents Sara Mastro & Becky Daw

Dear Woodson Families,

We are so excited to start another school year together! The PTSO has several initiatives we are already rolling out and we could use your help.

In the next several weeks we will be:

Opening our fall grant program to all students/parents and teachers
Providing additional support to our military families
Stocking up our pantry for our Woodson families in need
(and more in the months to come!)

To meet these goals, we need your support. Please consider donating to the PTSO. We are making it easy this year with PayPal: Donate Here

If you donate $25 you get an automatic membership so make sure to add your first name, last name and email in the notes and we will register you!

Want to donate $50? That's two adult memberships so add both names and an additional $5 adds a student membership too!

If you don't have PayPal that's OK - we also have our WoodsonPTSO.org site that will take donations.

Questions? Please email Sara at [email protected] or Becky at [email protected]

Thank you!

Your 23-24 Woodson PTSO

Woodson PTSO Officer Board for 2023-24 School Year

WOODSON NEWS & EVENTS Woodson Calendar for ALL Events

You can select a category of events you want to see and then filter to target events that interest you. Categories include - Senior Class, Testing, 3rd Period, Athletics, Fine & Performing Arts, etc.

Bookmark this link to quickly access Woodson's events!

Attendance

Attendance is critical to student success in the classroom.

If your student will be absent from school, a parent/guardian must notify the attendance office.

Below is a quick guide for reporting all-day absences, late arrivals, and early check-outs from school.

Student Parking

Student parking on the Woodson campus is by permit only.

Click for more information

Order Your Woodson Yearbook NOW

Purchase your yearbook at the lowest price of the year!

Yearbooks for the 23-24 school year are available to order starting Friday, August 18th.

Last year, our yearbooks sold out!!! Reserve your copy now at the early-bird price of $70. Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com and enter Woodson’s code, 5278.

Don’t miss out!

For the most up to date information on activities and ongoing events at Woodson, please follow us on Instagram at @woodsoncavalry AND @wtwoodsonhs.

You can also follow your class at: @wt_woodson2024 OR @wt_woodson2025 OR @wt_woodson2026 OR @wt_woodson2027.

Athletics - @woodsoncavathletics

Student Services - @wtwstudentsvcs

College & Career Center - @wtwcareercenter

And, follow the Woodson PTSO on Facebook!

FUNDRAISERS Woodson Marching Cavaliers Tag Day - Saturday September 9th, 2023

In the past, funds have been used to help replace marching brass instruments, purchase equipment/props to support the fall marching show and repair or replace uniforms.

Woodson Pnette Dance Team fundraiser

The Woodson Pnette Dance Team is hosting a fundraiser this Wednesday, August 23 from 3-7pm at Fair City Kokee Tea. If you mention the Woodson Dance team with your order, and place the receipt in the provided box, our team will receive 20% of the purchase.

Woodson Chorus Boosters

Woodson Chorus kicked off the new year with a fantastic Ice Cream Social. Thanks to all the students and parents who attended. Next up: Booster Meeting and Uniform Fittings.

Booster Meeting on August 28, 7pm, Chorus Room: All Chorus parents are Boosters and are invited to attend. We’ll talk about plans for the year, Raise Right, concerts and additional activities. Chorus Spiritwear will be available. Car Magnets $7.00; Car Stickers $3.00; Tumblers $15.00. Please bring cash or check for the items listed. You will also be able to order *new* Spiritwear for you and your student. Be the first to see the 2023 Designs! See you then.

Uniform Fittings: September 5 and September 11 from 6:30 - 8:30 pm. We also need 3-4 parent volunteers to help both nights, starting at 6pm. Watch for a Sign Up Genius coming this week.

Senior Class of 2024 Legacy Bricks

Buy a Brick and create a Lasting Legacy for your Woodson Student!

To purchase, visit the Woodson PTSO PTBOARD website HERE. If you prefer, you can mail the brick order form (LINK HERE) to the school with a check.

All orders are due no later than April 14, 2024. Plan accordingly!

If you have questions, or for more info contact Shane or Katherine Gilbert at [email protected]

STUDENT DRIVER MAGNETS

If you have any questions contact Shane or Katherine Gilbert at [email protected]

CAV SPORTS This Weeks Schedule Monday, August 21st

No Events Scheduled

Tuesday, August 22nd

Volleyball vs. South Lakes 5:00/6:00/7:15pm (Home)

Field Hockey vs. Falls Church 6:15/7:00pm (Home)

Golf vs. Robinson @ Penderbrook 3:30pm (Home)

Wednesday, August 23rd

No Events Scheduled

Thursday, August 24th

Freshman/JV Football vs. Yorktown 5:30/7:00pm(Home)

Varsity Volleyball @ Washington and Liberty 6:00pm (Away)

Field Hockey @ Oakton 5:00/6:15/7:00pm (Away)

Friday, August 25th

Varsity Football @ Yorktown 7:00pm (Away)

Saturday, August 26th

Varsity Volleyball @ Heritage Tournament (Heritage HS)

RESOURCES FOR WOODSON STUDENTS, PARENTS & FAMILIES Hazel Health: Virtual Therapy Services

FCPS NEWS & EVENTS Immunization Requirements for Seniors

The Code of Virginia requires all students to be immunized against certain communicable diseases prior to entrance into Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS).

All students entering twelfth grade will be required to receive one dose of Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) administered at age 16 or older, and prior to the beginning of school.

Twelfth grade students cannot begin school in August without proper Meningococcal documentation.

Please provide one of the following documents to Darlene Sheppard at dmsheppard@fcps.edu as soon as possible:

An updated immunization record showing that the student has received the Meningococcal vaccine.
A note on a healthcare provider’s letterhead stating the date the Meningococcal vaccine was given.
A healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
A notarized Religious Exemption Form which is available online

Please contact Darlene Sheppard at [email protected] if you have any questions.

Updates to High School Transcripts

In order to increase transparency on high school transcripts, FCPS has updated high school course titles for courses that receive additional 0.5 or 1.0 weighting.

For all enrolled high school students in the 2023-24 school year and beyond, high school course titles will now reflect:

An HN (Honors) for any course that has a 0.5 additional weighting.

An AV (Advanced), AP (Advanced Placement), DE (Dual Enrollment), or IB (International Baccalaureate) for any course that has a 1.0 additional weighting.

Seniors who have already started to enter their senior year course lists through any college applications should review their course list to ensure they include appropriate course titles.

For additional information, including how to access transcripts, please visit FCPS’ website.

Quick Links to Additional Resources

Woodson Athletics Week of August 21st

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Cavalier Athletics

For more information on teams and coaches, please visit our Woodson Athletics website at www.wtwoodsonsports.com

This Weeks Schedule Monday, August 21st

No Events Scheduled

Tuesday, August 22nd

Volleyball vs. South Lakes 5:00/6:00/7:15pm (Home)

Field Hockey vs. Falls Church 6:15/7:00pm (Home)

Golf vs. Robinson @ Penderbrook 3:30pm (Home)

Wednesday, August 23rd

No Events Scheduled

Thursday, August 24th

Freshman/JV Football vs. Yorktown 5:30/7:00pm(Home)

Varsity Volleyball @ Washington and Liberty 6:00pm (Away)

Field Hocket @ Oakton 5:00/6:15/7:00pm (Away)

Friday, August 25th

Varsity Football @ Yorktown 7:00pm (Away)

Saturday, August 26th

Varsity Volleyball @ Heritage Tournament (Heritage HS)

Other Important Links

Activity Registration - wtwoodson-ar.rschooltoday.com

Woodson Athletics - www.woodsonsports.com

FCPS Student Athletics - www.fcps.edu/activities/student-athletics

NFHS Network Live Streaming- https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/schools/w-t-woodson-high-school-fairfax-va

E-Tix Link- https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/16311/wtwoodson-high-school-athletics

#CAVSTRONG #oneWoodson

W. T. Woodson High School Athletics & Activities: Web | Facebook | Twitter

Woodson Weekly - August 18th

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Woodson Weekly -
August 18th

Woodson Weekly is published every Friday to provide the community with important information about school life at Woodson High School.

Mission Statement

Woodson High School’s mission is to empower our community to reach their individual potential by creating a healthy environment of mutual respect, responsibility, equity, and inclusion.

To read this newsletter in other languages, please visit our website.

Para leer este mensaje en otros idiomas, podrán ver las traducciones automáticas en nuestro sitio web.

Welcome to Woodson's Class of 2027!

Important Upcoming Dates

Monday, August 21st - First day of school, 8:10am-2:55pm Bell Schedule

Thursday, August 24th, 6:30-8pm, Auditorium - Senior Night for Class of 2024 (#7)

Monday-Tuesday, August 28th-29th - School Picture Days (#8)

Friday, September 1st - School Holiday

Monday, September 4th - Labor Day Holiday

Thursday, September 14th, 6-8pm - Back to School Night