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In This Issue:

1. Scholastic Writing Award Winners
2. National Federation of Music Clubs
3. Calling All Alumni and Friends!
4. Student and Intention Forms
5. Colleges and Universities are Still Accepting Applications
6. Jump Start for Rising 9th Graders
7. SOL Testing Schedule
8. Save the Date:  FCPS Summer Extravaganza

9. Calling all MDs, DOs, PAs and NPs who are licensed to practice in Virginia

10. Sports Physical Night  
11. In Case You Missed It
12. Calling All Gardeners!

Important Dates

Edison School Wide Calendar

May 18:  Flea Market - Field Hockey Fundraiser - 7:00 AM-2:00 PM (may be cancelled because of weather)

May 18:  Senior Prom

May 21: Last PTSA Meeting, 7 PM, Library

May 23: Thespies (Theater Awards) 7PM, Auditorium

May 27: Memorial Day Holiday

May 28: Varsity Sports Awards, 6:30 PM, Auditorium

May 29: Senior Superlatives (Choice Awards), 7 PM, Auditorium

May 30: Senior Awards, 6 PM, Auditorium

May 30: Edison Sports Physical Night

June 5:  Graduation, 7:30 PM, EagleBank Arena at GMU

June 8:  Flea Market - Field Hockey Fundraiser - 7:00 AM-2:00 PM

June 12:  Last Day of School

The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

A Message From Mrs. Burke

Hello, Edison HS Community,

Happy Friday!  As we close another busy week here at Edison HS, I'm filled with pride in all we've accomplished. Here's a quick roundup of recent events and exciting announcements for the days ahead:

Firstly, a gentle reminder for our students parking on the side streets around Edison High: please be mindful of where you park. Do not block driveways or fire hydrants; let’s keep our streets clean by not littering.

Turning to athletics, it’s been an exciting week for Edison Eagles! Our teams have competed in district and regional play. Many of our teams have advanced to regional play: Girls' and Boys' Track and Field, Baseball and Softball, Girls' and Boys' Lacrosse, and Girls' Soccer.  Congratulations, and good luck with all of your games. 

Our JROTC program held its awards ceremony this past Tuesday, recognizing many students for their outstanding contributions. Well done to all awardees!

Additionally, the guitar concert on Wednesday was nothing short of spectacular—a heartfelt thanks to all participants for their performance.

Last night, we celebrated our academy students at the Academy Awards, acknowledging their dedication and effort throughout the year. Your hard work does not go unnoticed!

 Upcoming Events:

• Senior Prom: Our seniors eagerly anticipate the prom this Saturday night at the Harbor View. A gentle reminder that the event runs from 7 PM to 10 PM. Let’s make it a night to remember!
• PTSA Meeting: Join us for our last PTSA meeting of the school year on May 21 at 7 PM in the library.
• Parent Coffee: I will be hosting an end-of-the-year parent coffee on June 20th at 9 AM. This will be a great opportunity to reflect on our achievements and discuss plans for the upcoming school year. I hope many of you will be able to join.

 Thank you all for your continued support and engagement.

Amanda Burke
Principal

Follow us on instagram @edisonhseagles 

1. Scholastic Writing Award Winners

Edison is proud to have three students win awards in the Regional Scholastic Writing Awards Competition this year. Students can earn Gold Key, Silver Key, and Honorable Mentions in over 12 categories. Gold Key winners are automatically forwarded for consideration at the national level of the Scholastic Writing Awards. The winners of those awards will be announced later this year. Our winners are:

Honorable Mention:  Caitlyn Brickley, 10th grade, Short Story:  The Ghost

Silver Key: Maggie Chen, 10th Grade, Poetry:  Laid in Earth; Justine Olson, 10th grade, Short Story:  Fear Raging Like Fire

Gold Key: Maggie Chen, 10th  grade, Poetry:  8 East Steps for Shame-Riddled Teenagers

2. National Federation of Music Clubs Honor EHS Student

Sophomore Vivian Weszelovszky was named the winner of the Southeastern Region National Music Week Essay Contest. Vivian was awarded a check for $75.00 and her essay was published (see below) in the National Federation of Music Clubs' newsletter. Congratulations, Vivian!

3. 🎓 Calling All Alumni and Friends!

Educate Fairfax is proud to introduce FCPS Alumni & Friends, an online network of alumni, teachers, parents/caregivers, and community members with ties to Fairfax County Public Schools. Whether you are a recent FCPS graduate or you’ve returned to Fairfax to work or raise your own family, this network will celebrate our alumni and friends of FCPS through stories, news and events, reunions, homecoming, and other activities. It’s also a great way to rekindle old friendships and build new ones. Join FCPS Alumni & Friends today!

4. Student Intention Forms for 2024-2025

If your family is not returning to Thomas A. Edison High School for the 2024-2025 school year, you will need to complete and return the "Student's Intention For The Next School Year" form, which you can find at this link:  

https://www.fcps.edu/sites/default/files/media/forms/it110.pdf.

A digital or typed parent/guardian signature is acceptable.  Student ID Number may be left blank. Please send to our registrar, Tawanna Bates, at Ms. Bates. Thank you for your assistance. Go Eagles!

5. Colleges and Universities Still Accepting Applications 

The National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) has released their annual list of colleges and universities that are still accepting applications from prospective freshmen or transfer students for the fall of 2023. Students and families are encouraged to use this tool to search colleges that still have space available. Users may narrow down the list of schools by state and view whether a school still has financial aid, as well as unfilled housing. 

Additionally, NACAC has created an enrollment deposit fee waiver request form, considered by some institutions, for students experiencing significant financial hardship. Families can learn more about the enrollment deposit fee waiver and eligibility on the NACAC website. It is recommended that students and families contact their school counselor or college and career specialist with any questions.Students who still need assistance applying for the FAFSA or VASA (financial aid forms) can schedule a free appointment with our partners at College Access Fairfax. Email [email protected]. All FAFSA or VASA help that your school or College Access Fairfax provides is free.

6. Jump Start for Rising 9th Graders

Your student's transition to high school is very important to us! This year we will be offering an optional Jump Start program to our rising 9th grade students. Students will be able to register to attend one of the two-day sessions.

• August 7 from 9:00AM - 1:00 PM
• August 9 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Students will have an opportunity to meet staff members (administrators, counselors, and some teachers), tour the building, get a couple high school tips for success, hear about our many sports/club programs offered, and more.  Lunch is included in the program. Transportation will be provided at limited locations.

Save the Date: Registration will open on May 30th and a link will be located on the Edison website for those interested in our Jumpstart program. Please contact please contact Greg Dombrowski: [email protected] for further information.

7. SOL Testing Schedule for Next Week

SOL exams continue next week, and seniors will have their first final exam on Friday. We appreciate that our students are here on time and ready to test!

8. ☀️ Save the Date for FCPS’ Summer Extravaganza

Don’t miss a day of family fun and learning at the FCPS Summer Extravaganza! 

Stop by Woodson High School on Saturday, June 1, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., where students will be able to take part in engaging educational activities designed to spark curiosity and inspire growth. 

Representatives from local businesses, Fairfax County Public Library, and the Fairfax County Park Authority are participating in the Summer Extravaganza. Community organizations, such as Neighborhood Community Services, will be at the event as well. All will have learning activities, tips, and helpful information for families. Enjoy face painting, food, music, a moon bounce, a petting zoo, storytime, and student performances — all at no cost!

Visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage for more details and register to attend. Registration is not required, but it's helpful for planning purposes.

9. Calling all MDs, DOs, PAs and NPs who are licensed to practice in Virginia

We need your help on Thursday, May 30 for the Edison Sports Physicals Night Athletic Training Fundraiser. This event is how we raise money to purchase medical supplies (tape, bandages, ice bags, crutches, etc.). We receive NO FUNDING from FCPS for supplies. Last year, we took a $1,400 loss because we had to close athlete registration early due to low number of volunteers.

At our event, we have ATCs, nurses and PTs who start the exam with height, weight, BP, vision, and functional orthopedic screenings, then the athletes see an MD, DO, PA or NP for the final exam and clearance for sport participation. Dinner is provided for volunteers starting at 4:30 pm. You would see your first athlete around 5:45 pm and we are usually finished around 7:50 pm.

Please consider helping at our event, even if it’s just for an hour and please feel free to share this info with any MDs, DOs, PAs and NPs you know who may be able to hep as well. Use the link below to register as a volunteer. Thank you for your time and consideration.

• Volunteer registration

Email Edison Head Athletic Trainer, Tom Milosavich [email protected] with any questions. Thank you again!

Sign up here: Sports Physical Night Appointment 

11. FCPS News - In Case You Missed It

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• Family Life Education Materials Available for Review
• 2024-25 School Year Budget Update
• Free Student Bus Passes

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, please sign up today. 

Teacher Appreciation Week, May 6-10

Mental Health Awareness Month

Asian American Heritage Month

Jewish American Heritage Month

Bike to School Day

National School Nurse Day

School Communicators Day

12. Edison Athletic Boosters - Calling All Gardeners!

Take your gardening game to the next level by getting your annual flowering and vegetable plants at the Edison Athletic Boosters Spring Flower Sale powered by Rorer’s Produce. Shopping hours are 9:00 am – 7:00 pm, Monday through Sunday. All major credit cards are accepted. Military discounts are available. Proceeds benefit the Edison Athletic Boosters.

12. Edison Athletic Boosters 2024 Scholarship Application

Edison Athletics Booster Club will offer six scholarships to graduating Edison High School seniors that have participated in varsity Edison Athletics as a player.

Applicants will be judged on athletic accomplishments, community service, coach’s recommendation, and written essay. Financial need is not a determining factor.

Each scholarship award will be in the amount of $500. Scholarships (checks) will be made payable and sent directly to the recipient’s college or technical/vocational school.

www.edisonboosters.org/scholarships/

Useful Links

• Edison High School Website: https://edisonhs.fcps.edu/
• New to Edison? Start Here:  New Student to Edison | Thomas A. Edison High School (fcps.edu)
• Required Forms:  Yearly Forms
• For Parents:  Parent Checklist
• For Students:  Updates for Students
• Student Information System (SIS) and Parent Vue: Enables you to access information about student attendance, class performance, course materials, and more:  SIS/Parent Vue
• School Payments via My School Bucks:  My School Bucks
• Transcript Requests: This link connects you to the transcript request form for Edison High School and is for current students and recent graduates (2018 and after): EHS Transcript Request Form
• Former student records from more than five years ago can be requested via this site:  Verification of Graduation, Records, Transcripts

5801 Franconia Road, Alexandria, VA 22310 | Main Office: 703-924-8000
Attendance: 703-924-8080 or [email protected] | Web | Twitter

 

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Senior Yard Signs

It's not too late!  Yard Signs are $20 each and can be purchased at  Senior Yard Signs. Questions? Please contact Matt Boli at [email protected]

Next Online Auction & Fundraiser Starts Friday, June 17!

Please join us for our next fundraising event - we are auctioning tickets for the Washington Wizards and Nationals, a dentist, Nalls Produce, and more seats for graduation at EagleBank Arena. 

Here's the link: Auction Fundraiser

May PTSA (Hybrid) General Body Meeting:  Tuesday, May 21, 7:00 PM

This is our final PTSA general body meeting for the 2023-24 school year. We look forward to seeing you either in person or via Zoom, where we will vote for the incoming PTSA Executive Board.

Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85268369537?pwd=jbSbCJJ8KhPvIRLPjfpOlVsSMEEYJh.1

Passcode: 242140

The All Night Grad Party Needs:

• Volunteers! (see our volunteer FAQs page)
• Party donations! (see our Amazon Wish list)

Sign up to volunteer here! It takes 50+ parents to pull off a party of this size.  Volunteer Here

See the Class of 2024 All Night Grad Party All Night Grad Party Wishlist Wishlist Here

Class of 2024 All Night Grad Party Registration Continues! Tickets are $80 through June 4th.

Go HERE (www.edisonangp.com/register-for-angp) to:

• Purchase All Night Grad Party tickets
• Purchase a Class of 2024 Yard Sign
• Apply for a $1000 PTSA Scholarship

Your student may also pick up paper party registration forms outside of the Student Activities office. 

Note: All students eligible for free and reduced lunch can register online for a reduced fee.

La información sobre All Night Grad Party también está disponible en español en nuestro sitio web Edison ANGP. (www.edisonangp.com)

Questions? Email Lisa at [email protected]

All Night Grad Party Committee would like to thank the 2024 Party Sponsors. Please support them as they support us!

Clermont Woods Community Association

Rose Hill Community Association

5801 Franconia Road, Alexandria, VA 22310 | Main Office: 703-924-8000
Attendance: 703-924-8080 or [email protected] | Web | Twitter

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Monster drawings by Ms. Deveney's Kindergarten classes.  Ceramic monster sculptures by Mrs. Garriott's Sculpture 1&2 classes.  

Every kindergartener at Clermont ES contributed to our unique monster project. Their drawings were then sent to Edison HS,  where the sculpture students brought these monsters to life in 3D form. This collaborative effort truly showcases the unity and shared creativity of our two schools. 

In this Issue:

1. Thank you PTSA!
2. Thank you Athletic Boosters!
3. Jump Start for Rising 9th Graders
4. Students Take Top Honors at FBLA Conference
5. Military Families Listening Session

6. FCPS' Summer Extravaganza - Save the Date

7. IB and SOL Testing Calendar for week of May 13-17

8. Required Immunizations for 7th and 12th Graders

9. Call for Assistance for Sports Physicals
10. Sports Physicals for 2024-2025, 6:00 PM
11. FCPS News - In Case You Missed It
12. Edison Athletic Boosters

Important Dates

Edison School Wide Calendar

April 25-May 17:  IB Testing Period

May 11: Athletic Booster Flea Market, 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM, front parking lot

May 16:  Edison Academy Awards, 6:00 PM, Auditorium

May 13-18: Prom tickets sold daily in cafeteria during lunches only

May 18:  Senior Prom

May 21: Last PTSA Meeting, 7 PM, Library

May 23: Thespies (Theater Awards) 7PM, Auditorium

May 27: Memorial Day Holiday

May 28: Varsity Sports Awards, 6:30 PM, Auditorium

May 29: Senior Superlatives (Choice Awards), 7 PM, Auditorium

May 30: Senior Awards, 6 PM, Auditorium

May 30: Edison Sports Physical Night

June 5:  Graduation, 7:30 PM, EagleBank Arena at GMU

June 12:  Last Day of School

The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

Night on Broadway was a huge success!  Above is the opening number "Opening Up" from Waitress the Musical.  Below is the choir seniors' last time on stage.  We will miss our choir seniors!

A Message From Mrs. Burke

Hello, Edison HS Community,

Happy Friday! As we wrap up another week, I want to thank all the parents and students who participated in our "Thank a Staff Member" initiative. Your messages of appreciation were incredibly uplifting, and many of our staff members have proudly displayed them on their walls. Your thoughtful words truly made a difference!

It was a joy to see our students' creative talents on display at our Pyramid Art Show we enjoyed this Thursday.  The creativity exhibited by students across all grade levels was truly inspiring.  Additionally, our "Night on Broadway" event was a resounding success. Hearing our students sing and perform with such passion was a wonderful experience for everyone involved.

Congratulations to our boys’ and girls’ lacrosse, softball, and baseball teams on their victories in the first round of district play. Your hard work and dedication are evident, and we are all cheering you on as you advance in the competitions.

A special salute goes to our JROTC students who recently excelled in their review and retreat. We are so proud of your discipline and commitment to excellence.

Congratulations to the cast of “The Addams Family” on a spectacular production. A special shout-out to Porter Bertman (Uncle Fester), who earned a Cappie nomination for Best Comedic Actor in a Musical. Your outstanding performance brought laughter and joy to all of us.

Thank you to our PTSA for organizing a delightful Teacher Appreciation Luncheon provided by Bonefish Grill. Thank you, Debora, one of the managers and Edison Alumni, for providing us with the delicious lunch!  The delicious meal and thoughtful gift cards were a huge hit among our staff. Your continual support enhances our school community in so many ways.

Thank you to our athletic boosters and their sponsor, Kona Ice, for providing a sweet treat this past Wednesday. It was a perfect addition to our week and allowed us to enjoy the beautiful weather.

Lastly, a big thank you to all our Edison mothers. We wish you the happiest of Mother’s Day!

Let’s keep this positive momentum going as we move into the next week. Have a wonderful weekend!

Amanda Burke
Principal

Follow us on instagram @edisonhseagles 

1. Teacher Appreciation Week

Thank you, thank you, thank you to our PTSA, led by President Sharon Riley,  for all of the good wishes, gift certificates, and delicious food during Teacher Appreciation Week! With the assistance of Bonefish Grill and our Culinary Arts students below, the PTSA hosted our staff at a wonderful luncheon on Thursday. They made lunch a special event and we appreciate the many hands that it took to make it so. Our staff also enjoyed the many gift cards from the PTSA; they were used as prizes in the trivia games that our offices hosted this week. Thank you also to our Choral director, Kevin Lackie, and his students who gave us their lovely classroom so that it could be transformed into a cafe!

Thank you, Chef Walden, for loaning us Culinary Arts students who helped make lunch so successful! Below are Sean Mulvaney, Johnny Ball, Jose Lopez Ramirez, Adriana Hunt, Mylo Godwin, and MJ Najarro.

  2. Athletic Boosters Appreciated us, too!

We were visited on Wednesday by the Kona Ice Truck. Staff was delighted to enjoy a cold treat on a beautiful, warm day and many of us were able to enjoy it outdoors. We are grateful for the many ways that our Athletic Boosters support Edison High School.

3. Jump Start for Rising 9th Graders

Your student's transition to high school is very important to us! This year we will be offering an optional Jump Start program to our rising 9th grade students. Students will be able to register to attend one of the two-day sessions.

• August 7 from 9:00AM - 1:00 PM
• August 9 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Students will have an opportunity to meet staff members (administrators, counselors, and some teachers), tour the building, get a couple high school tips for success, hear about our many sports/club programs offered, and more.  Lunch is included in the program. Transportation will be provided at limited locations.

Save the Date: Registration will open on May 30th and a link will be located on the Edison website for those interested in our Jumpstart program. Please contact please contact Greg Dombrowski: [email protected] for further information.

Girls Soccer Senior Night! 4. 🏆 Students Take Top Honors at FBLA Leadership Conference

Twenty-four FCPS students won first place awards at the 2024 Virginia Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) State Leadership Conference. More than 100 students placed in the top four in their event and qualified to compete in the National Leadership Conference in June.

Diane Donkor from Edison High School was installed as an FBLA State Officer (vice president from the Northern Virginia region). 

Please congratulate our Edison High School winners.  All placed second in Parliamentary Procedure and will be competing in the June National Leadership Conference:

• Charles Barrios
• Taylor Erickson
• Christopher Lastrape
• Anamaria Reyes-Panchame

5. IB and SOL Testing Schedule for Next Week

This is the last week for IB tests, and we have another week and a half for SOL testing. We appreciate that our students are here on time and ready to test!

JROTC Review and Retreat.  It was great to see all our students showing what they have learned this school year.  

6. Military Families Listening Session

The Virginia Superintendent of Public Instruction wants to hear from our military families! Dr. Lisa Coons is interested in your experiences in education for your students.

7. ☀️ Save the Date for FCPS’ Summer Extravaganza

Don’t miss a day of family fun and learning at the FCPS Summer Extravaganza! 

Stop by Woodson High School on Saturday, June 1, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., where students will be able to take part in engaging educational activities designed to spark curiosity and inspire growth. 

Representatives from local businesses, Fairfax County Public Library, and the Fairfax County Park Authority are participating in the Summer Extravaganza. Community organizations, such as Neighborhood Community Services, will be at the event as well. All will have learning activities, tips, and helpful information for families. Enjoy face painting, food, music, a moon bounce, a petting zoo, storytime, and student performances — all at no cost!

Visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage for more details and register to attend. Registration is not required, but it's helpful for planning purposes.

8. 🩹 Required Immunizations for Rising 7th and 12th Graders

Immunizations are required for all students entering 7th and 12th grades this fall. Visit the FCPS immunization webpage to learn about the required vaccines.  Caregivers should ask their private healthcare provider or the health department to review their student's immunization record to ensure that their student has received these required immunizations. 

It is important to schedule immunizations early in the summer, as seventh-grade students must submit documentation of the Tdap and Meningococcal vaccines before they begin school in August. Twelfth-grade students must submit documentation of the Meningococcal vaccine. Get more information on all student immunization requirements.

9. Calling all MDs, DOs, PAs and NPs who are licensed to practice in Virginia

We need your help on Thursday, May 30 for the Edison Sports Physicals Night Athletic Training Fundraiser. This event is how we raise money to purchase medical supplies (tape, bandages, ice bags, crutches, etc.). We receive NO FUNDING from FCPS for supplies. Last year, we took a $1,400 loss because we had to close athlete registration early due to low number of volunteers.

At our event, we have ATCs, nurses and PTs who start the exam with height, weight, BP, vision, and functional orthopedic screenings, then the athletes see an MD, DO, PA or NP for the final exam and clearance for sport participation. Dinner is provided for volunteers starting at 4:30 pm. You would see your first athlete around 5:45 pm and we are usually finished around 7:50 pm.

Please consider helping at our event, even if it’s just for an hour and please feel free to share this info with any MDs, DOs, PAs and NPs you know who may be able to hep as well. Use the link below to register as a volunteer. Thank you for your time and consideration.

• Volunteer registration

Email Edison Head Athletic Trainer, Tom Milosavich [email protected] with any questions. Thank you again!

Sign up here: Sports Physical Night Appointment 

10. FCPS News - In Case You Missed It

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• Celebrating Students, Teachers, and Nurses
• Help Raise Awareness of Fentanyl
• 2025 FCPS Budget

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, please sign up today. 

Teacher Appreciation Week, May 6-10

Mental Health Awareness Month

Asian American Heritage Month

Jewish American Heritage Month

Bike to School Day

National School Nurse Day

School Communicators Day

11. Edison Athletic Boosters - Calling All Gardeners!

Take your gardening game to the next level by getting your annual flowering and vegetable plants at the Edison Athletic Boosters Spring Flower Sale powered by Rorer’s Produce. Shopping hours are 9:00 am – 7:00 pm, Monday through Sunday. All major credit cards are accepted. Military discounts are available. Proceeds benefit the Edison Athletic Boosters.

12. Edison Athletic Boosters 2024 Scholarship Application

Edison Athletics Booster Club will offer six scholarships to graduating Edison High School seniors that have participated in varsity Edison Athletics as a player.

Applicants will be judged on athletic accomplishments, community service, coach’s recommendation, and written essay. Financial need is not a determining factor.

Each scholarship award will be in the amount of $500. Scholarships (checks) will be made payable and sent directly to the recipient’s college or technical/vocational school.

www.edisonboosters.org/scholarships/

Useful Links

• Edison High School Website: https://edisonhs.fcps.edu/
• New to Edison? Start Here:  New Student to Edison | Thomas A. Edison High School (fcps.edu)
• Required Forms:  Yearly Forms
• For Parents:  Parent Checklist
• For Students:  Updates for Students
• Student Information System (SIS) and Parent Vue: Enables you to access information about student attendance, class performance, course materials, and more:  SIS/Parent Vue
• School Payments via My School Bucks:  My School Bucks
• Transcript Requests: This link connects you to the transcript request form for Edison High School and is for current students and recent graduates (2018 and after): EHS Transcript Request Form
• Former student records from more than five years ago can be requested via this site:  Verification of Graduation, Records, Transcripts

5801 Franconia Road, Alexandria, VA 22310 | Main Office: 703-924-8000
Attendance: 703-924-8080 or [email protected] | Web | Twitter

 

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

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Senior EHS PTSA Scholarships

We are excited to announce that we have increased our EHS PTSA scholarship amounts from $500 each to $1,000 each. We will award four. The submission deadline is May 13, 2024. PTSA Scholarship Application.  As a PTSA member you can also apply for Fairfax County PTA scholarships, that link is https://www.fccpta.org/scholarships. Deadline is today, April 10, 2024. *You must be a PTSA member to apply. 

Senior Yard Signs

Yard Signs are $20 each and can be purchased at  Senior Yard Signs. Questions? Please contact Matt Boli at [email protected]

Online May Auction & Fundraiser: Live at 5:00

Get ready, get set, let’s go. The May online Auction & Fundraiser will go live today at 5pm and end on Wednesday, May 15th! There are auctions for Washington Wizards, Nationals, dentist, Nalls and more seats for graduation at EagleBank Arena. 

Here's the link: Auction!

Seeking PTSA Nominations and Volunteers

Seeking a VP Communications.  We must present a slate of nominations for the May 21st general body meeting. Please reach out to our Nominating Committee with any questions or nominations. They are:

• Isabel Baez, email: [email protected];  
• MJ Kaufmann, email: [email protected]; and
• Angie Hester, email:  [email protected]

Teacher/Staff Appreciation

It's not too late to donate your time and talents for the Teacher/Staff Appreciation events planned for this week.  The link to donate is: Staff Appreciation and the link to sign up is (please copy and paste into your browser):

 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0844A9AA2BABF4C52-49450602-teacher

Volunteer for All Night Grad Party!

1. Is the party REALLY all night?  (Yes!)
2. WHY is the party all night?
3. Okay, I’ll stay up all night, what will I be doing?

Find out answers to these questions and more FAQS here on our Volunteer FAQs page, or paste into your browser:

https://www.edisonangp.com/volunteer-faqs

Sign up to volunteer here! It takes 50+ parents to pull off a party of this size. If needed, paste into browser:

https://www.edisonangp.com/volunteer-at-angp 

Class of 2024 All Night Grad Party Registration now open! Tickets are $70 through May 12th.

Go HERE (www.edisonangp.com/register-for-angp) to:

• Purchase All Night Grad Party tickets
• Purchase a Class of 2024 Yard Sign
• Apply for a $1000 PTSA Scholarship

Your student may also pick up paper party registration forms outside of the Student Activities office. 

Note: All students eligible for free and reduced lunch can register online for a reduced fee.

La información sobre All Night Grad Party también está disponible en español en nuestro sitio web Edison ANGP. (www.edisonangp.com)

Questions? Email Lisa at [email protected]

All Night Grad Party Committee would like to thank the 2024 Party Sponsors. Please support them as they support us!

Clermont Woods Community Association

Rose Hill Community Association

5801 Franconia Road, Alexandria, VA 22310 | Main Office: 703-924-8000
Attendance: 703-924-8080 or [email protected] | Web | Twitter

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

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In this Issue:

1. Jump Start for Rising 9th Graders
2. Edison JROTC News

3. Edison Theatre Company Scholarship Information

4. The Addams Family - Spring Musical

5. FCPS' Summer Extravaganza - Save the Date

6. Required Immunizations for 7th and 12th Graders

7. No Cost Virtual Teletherapy
8. IB Exam Information Test Schedule for Next Week
9. Parent Information Line in Eight Languages
10. Sports Physicals for 2024-2025, 6:00 PM
11. FCPS News - In Case You Missed It
12. Edison Athletic Boosters
13. Edison Athletic Boosters Scholarship Information

Important Dates

Edison School Wide Calendar

April 25-May 17:  IB Testing Period

May 6 - 10:  Staff Appreciation Week

May 9: Art Show, 5:30 PM, Night on Broadway, 7 PM, Auditorium

May 11: Athletic Booster Flea Market, 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM, parking lot

May 18:  Senior Prom

May 21: Last PTSA Meeting, 7 PM, Library

May 23: Thespies (Theater Awards) 7PM, Auditorium

May 27: Memorial Day Holiday

May 28: Varsity Sports Awards, 6:30 PM, Auditorium

May 29: Senior Superlatives (Choice Awards), 7 PM, Auditorium

May 30: Senior Awards, 6 PM, Auditorium

May 30: Edison Sports Physical Night

June 5:  Graduation, 7:30 PM, EagleBank Arena at GMU

June 12:  Last Day of School

The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

Come see the Adams Family! A Message From Mrs. Burke

Hello, Edison HS Community,

We have made it to May!  The weather has been great this week, and it has been an eventful week; I want to take a moment to highlight some of the wonderful activities that have taken place and remind you of the exciting events coming up.

This past week, we celebrated our senior athletes at Senior Nights across multiple sports. Congratulations to the boys' soccer, baseball, softball, and girls' lacrosse teams for their dedication and sportsmanship throughout their high school careers. Your hard work and commitment were evident in every game, and you've made us all very proud!

Last Saturday, our students and faculty participated in the Best Buddies Walk. It was inspiring to see our community come together to support such a fantastic cause, promoting inclusion and friendship for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

I also had the pleasure of meeting with the senior class to discuss important upcoming events—graduation and prom. It's an exciting time for our seniors, and I'm thrilled to support them as they prepare for these memorable milestones. Attention senior parents there are two big changes to the policies at Eagle Bank arena 1) Clear Bag Policy for all events and 2) they have installed Magnetometers to screen all patrons.

Don’t miss out on our drama department's production of "The Addams Family." Performances are scheduled for tonight and tomorrow, with both a matinee and an evening show. It's a spectacular display of our students' talents, and I highly encourage everyone to come and enjoy the show!

Lastly, mark your calendars for May 9th! We will be hosting our annual Art Show starting at 5:30 PM, followed by "A Night on Broadway" featuring our incredibly talented choir. It promises to be an evening filled with impressive art and captivating musical performances.

Thank you all for your continued support and enthusiasm. Let's keep the momentum going as we approach the end of the school year. Go Eagles!

Amanda Burke
Principal

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1. Jump Start for Rising 9th Graders!

Your student's transition to high school is very important to us! This year we will be offering an optional Jump Start program to our rising 9th grade students. Students will be able to register to attend one of the two-day sessions.

• August 7 from 9:00AM - 1:00 PM
• August 9 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Students will have an opportunity to meet staff members (administrators, counselors, and some teachers), tour the building, get a couple high school tips for success, hear about our many sports/club programs offered, and more.  Lunch is included in the program. Transportation will be provided at limited locations.

Save the Date: Registration will open on May 30th and a link will be located on the Edison website for those interested in our Jumpstart program. Please contact please contact Greg Dombrowski: [email protected] for further information.

Baseball Senior Night! 2. Edison JROTC Raider Team News

The Edison JROTC HS RAIDER Team secured an overall 2nd place win in the competition on Saturday, 27 April 2024, hosted by West Potomac HS JROTC. They squared-off against 10 teams throughout Fairfax County and other teams traveling from as far as Hampton, VA.  In separate events, the team won a 3rd place trophy in Rope Bridge, and 1st place trophies in the Obstacle Course and the Litter Carry.  Of the 20 members, 12 participated in the competition.  Every event requires teamwork, physical strength and critical thinking skills to navigate and strategize each event. 

Members of the team present (l to r): Alex Geiger, Carlo Vella, Valerie Wong (top), Noriel Lanuza, DJ Dodds, Andres Villafuerte, Braylon Brogan (standing), Christian Deliz (top); Kneeling are Zeva Taylor, John Junio, Nina Landolfi, and Bryan Cedillos Sarmiento.

3. EDISON THEATRE COMPANY BOOSTERS SCHOLARSHIPS 

The scholarships are open to graduating seniors who have participated in at least 4 ETC activities.  We will be awarding TWO $500 scholarships.  The deadline is May 10th.  Please apply at:  Theatre Scholarship

4. The Addams Family (School Edition)

Please join us for a fun and kooky musical production!  Edison Theatre Company presents The Addams Family (School Edition) on Saturday, May 4 with a 2:00 PM Matinee and final performance at 7:00 PM. Tickets are available at edisontheatrecompany.org as well as at the door. Prices are $8 for students and seniors and $12 for adults. There are over 60 Edison students in the cast and crew who would love to see you there!

Softball Senior Night! 5. ☀️ Save the Date for FCPS’ Summer Extravaganza

Don’t miss a day of family fun and learning at the FCPS Summer Extravaganza! 

Stop by Woodson High School on Saturday, June 1, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., where students will be able to take part in engaging educational activities designed to spark curiosity and inspire growth. 

Representatives from local businesses, Fairfax County Public Library, and the Fairfax County Park Authority are participating in the Summer Extravaganza. Community organizations, such as Neighborhood Community Services, will be at the event as well. All will have learning activities, tips, and helpful information for families. Enjoy face painting, food, music, a moon bounce, a petting zoo, storytime, and student performances — all at no cost!

Visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage for more details and register to attend. Registration is not required, but it's helpful for planning purposes.

6. 🩹 Required Immunizations for Rising 7th and 12th Graders

Immunizations are required for all students entering 7th and 12th grades this fall. Visit the FCPS immunization webpage to learn about the required vaccines.  Caregivers should ask their private healthcare provider or the health department to review their student's immunization record to ensure that their student has received these required immunizations. 

It is important to schedule immunizations early in the summer, as seventh-grade students must submit documentation of the Tdap and Meningococcal vaccines before they begin school in August. Twelfth-grade students must submit documentation of the Meningococcal vaccine. Get more information on all student immunization requirements.

Boys Tennis Senior Night! 7. No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students

Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as:

• Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss
• Anxiety, worry, fears
• Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships
• Academic stress

In order for students to participate, caregivers must give permission for FCPS to share basic demographic information with Hazel Health in ParentVUE and provide consent. Students can then be referred to therapy by a guardian or school staff member.

You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting our school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services. Find our contact information on this webpage.

Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

Boys Soccer Senior Night! 8. IB Exam Information

Edison High School’s juniors and seniors enrolled in a culminating IB course are in the middle stretch of their exams. IB exam schedules will be sent to each student’s FCPSSCHOOLS.NET email addresses with the start times and locations of their exam. Below is next week's testing schedule.

Students must arrive on time for their designated exam sessions as there are no makeups. Parents/Guardians can access the IB testing calendar at IB Testing Schedule. Please note that our exams will begin at 8:10 AM for morning sessions and noon for afternoon sessions. If a student has a question about their exam schedule for a specific course, they should contact their course teacher; if they have a question about examination procedures, they should contact Ms. Devers at [email protected].

If any parents, guardians, or alumni are interested in volunteering during IB exams, they should contact Ms. Devers at [email protected] to schedule a time slot. Assistance is most needed on May 9, 10 and 13. 

9. ☎️ Parent Information Phone Lines Available in Eight Languages

Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.

Boys Lacrosse Senior Night! 10. Edison Sports Physicals Night Coming!

On Thursday, May 30, Edison will host Sports Physical Night for the 2024-2025 school year. Get it done at school so that it's already on file!

• $50 if you pre-register
• $60 is you walk in

All proceeds fund the Edison Athletic Training Program; we do not receive funding from FCPS. Sign up at edisonsports.org or scan the QR code above. 

11. FCPS News - In Case You Missed It

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!
• May Webinars and Events for Families
• Required Immunizations for Rising 7th and 12th Graders

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, please sign up today. 

Girls Lacrosse Senior Night!

Teacher Appreciation Week, May 6-10

Mental Health Awareness Month

Asian American Heritage Month

Jewish American Heritage Month

Bike to School Day

National School Nurse Day

School Communicators Day

12. Edison Athletic Boosters - Calling All Gardeners!

Take your gardening game to the next level by getting your annual flowering and vegetable plants at the Edison Athletic Boosters Spring Flower Sale powered by Rorer’s Produce. Shopping hours are 9:00 am – 7:00 pm, Monday through Sunday. All major credit cards are accepted. Military discounts are available. Proceeds benefit the Edison Athletic Boosters.

13. Edison Athletic Boosters 2024 Scholarship Application

Edison Athletics Booster Club will offer six scholarships to graduating Edison High School seniors that have participated in varsity Edison Athletics as a player.

Applicants will be judged on athletic accomplishments, community service, coach’s recommendation, and written essay. Financial need is not a determining factor.

Each scholarship award will be in the amount of $500. Scholarships (checks) will be made payable and sent directly to the recipient’s college or technical/vocational school.

www.edisonboosters.org/scholarships/

Useful Links

• Edison High School Website: https://edisonhs.fcps.edu/
• New to Edison? Start Here:  New Student to Edison | Thomas A. Edison High School (fcps.edu)
• Required Forms:  Yearly Forms
• For Parents:  Parent Checklist
• For Students:  Updates for Students
• Student Information System (SIS) and Parent Vue: Enables you to access information about student attendance, class performance, course materials, and more:  SIS/Parent Vue
• School Payments via My School Bucks:  My School Bucks
• Transcript Requests: This link connects you to the transcript request form for Edison High School and is for current students and recent graduates (2018 and after): EHS Transcript Request Form
• Former student records from more than five years ago can be requested via this site:  Verification of Graduation, Records, Transcripts

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Senior EHS PTSA Scholarships

We are excited to announce that we have increased our EHS PTSA scholarship amounts from $500 each to $1,000 each. We will award four. The submission deadline is May 13, 2024. PTSA Scholarship Application.  As a PTSA member you can also apply for Fairfax County PTA scholarships, that link is https://www.fccpta.org/scholarships. Deadline is today, April 10, 2024. *You must be a PTSA member to apply. 

Senior Yard Signs

Yard Signs are $20 each and can be purchased at  Senior Yard Signs. Questions? Please contact Matt Boli at [email protected]

Teacher/Staff Appreciation

Spring is in the air and that's a great time to show our staff how much we care! Our Teacher/Staff Appreciation Committee has wonderful events planned for the remainder of the year. Want to help? The link to donate is: Staff Appreciation

Sign Up Here 

Teacher Mini-Grants

if you are a member of the EHS PTSA, you are eligible to apply for a teacher mini-grant. We provide five $200 teacher mini grants annually to enhance classroom experiences. 

Upcoming Online Auction/Small Business Owner Request

Since our last auction was such a success, we are preparing for round 2. Stay tuned as we will include graduation seats and more!  And, if you are you a small business owner who would like free advertising for your company, please consider donating a service or gift card. Your company and thoughtful donation will be advertised in our newsletters and on our social media. Please contact the PTSA President, Sharon Riley, at [email protected] if interested.

Coffee and Sweets Day

April 26th was an opportunity for the Edison PTSA to show our appreciation and provide coffee and sweets to our beloved teachers and staff. It was a huge success!!! Thank you very much for those that donated items and/or volunteered their time! We truly appreciate our Edison community.

Class of 2024 All Night Grad Party Registration now open! Tickets are $70 through May 12th.

Go HERE (www.edisonangp.com/register-for-angp) to:

• Purchase All Night Grad Party tickets
• Purchase a Class of 2024 Yard Sign
• Apply for a $1000 PTSA Scholarship

Your student may also pick up paper party registration forms outside of the Student Activities office. 

Note: All students eligible for free and reduced lunch can register online for a reduced fee.

La información sobre All Night Grad Party también está disponible en español en nuestro sitio web Edison ANGP. (www.edisonangp.com)

Questions? Email Lisa at [email protected]

All Night Grad Party Committee would like to thank the 2024 Party Sponsors. Please support them as they support us!

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In this Issue:

1. Jump Start for Rising 9th Graders

2. Edison Theatre Company Scholarship Information

3. The Addams Family - Spring Musical

4. Thank you, PTSA!

5. Edison Academy 3rd Quarter Awards

6. Mental Health in Childhood

7. Last Chance! Buy your Yearbook Now

8. IB Exam Information Test Schedule for Next Week
9. Parent Information Line in Eight Languages
10. Sports Physicals for 2024-2025, 6:00 PM
11. FCPS News - In Case You Missed It
12. Edison Athletic Boosters

Rising 9th Grade students from Twain MS and Holmes MS came for a visit to Edison.  They learned about high school from our student panel, learned cheers and got to visit our falls sports tables and learned more about different activites.  We can't wait to see them in August!

Important Dates

Edison School Wide Calendar

April 25-May 17:  IB Testing Period

April 26: Princess for a Night, 3pm - 6pm inside entrance 6

April 27: Athletic Booster Flea Market, 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM, parking lot

May 3: Teacher Workday - No School for Students

May 6 - 10:  Staff Appreciation Week

May 11: Athletic Booster Flea Market, 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM, parking lot

May 18:  Senior Prom

May 27: Memorial Day Holiday

May 30: Edison Sports Physical Night

June 5:  Graduation, 7:30 PM, EagleBank Arena at GMU

June 12:  Last Day of School

The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

A Message From Mrs. Burke

Hello, Edison HS Community,

Happy Friday! As we wrap up another eventful week at Edison, I want to take a moment to share some of the wonderful activities and achievements that have taken place.

1. Senior Night Success: Congratulations to our Boy's Lacrosse team for a fantastic Senior Night! Thank you to everyone who came out to support our athletes.
2. IB Examinations: We have officially begun our IB testing period. A gentle reminder to all students taking IB exams: please remember that you cannot bring any personal items into the testing room. Let’s keep our focus sharp and make sure we are all set for success!
3. Buddies Walk in DC: Tomorrow, I will be joining our Best Buddies Club and their parents at the Buddies Walk in Washington, DC! Come out and join us! It's a great way to show support and enjoy a lovely day outside.
4. Teacher Appreciation Week (May 6th): We are organizing a special recognition for all our wonderful teachers, with personal thank-yous from students and parents. Please take a moment to express your gratitude to our teachers who make a difference every day by completing this Google Form.
5. Teacher Work Day (May 3rd): This is a reminder that next Friday is Teacher Work Day. Students will not be in school, so please plan accordingly.
6. No Food Deliveries: Please remember that food deliveries from services are not permitted during school hours. Let’s ensure we adhere to school policies and focus on our studies and school-provided nutrition.

Thank you for your ongoing support and engagement. Let's continue to strive for excellence and celebrate the wonderful achievements of our school community.

Amanda Burke
Principal

Follow us on instagram @edisonhseagles 

Mrs. Procaccino was honored by the Virginia House of Delegates, Mrs. Tran, and Mr. Sickles for her outstanding work as a Latin teacher at Edison HS. It was great to have her Latin 3 and 4 students see her receive this honor.  

1. Jump Start for Rising 9th Graders!

Your student's transition to high school is very important to us! This year we will be offering an optional Jump Start program to our rising 9th grade students. Students will be able to register to attend one of the two-day sessions.

• August 7 from 9:00AM - 1:00 PM
• August 9 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Students will have an opportunity to meet staff members (administrators, counselors, and some teachers), tour the building, get a couple high school tips for success, hear about our many sports/club programs offered, and more.  Lunch is included in the program. Transportation will be provided at limited locations.

Save the Date: Registration will open on May 30th and a link will be located on the Edison website for those interested in our Jumpstart program. Please contact please contact Greg Dombrowski: [email protected] for further information.

Last Sunday, three of our student writers received awards at the Scholastic Competition held at UDC Theater for the Arts. Congratulations to these talented individuals for their impressive achievements in writing.

2. EDISON THEATRE COMPANY BOOSTERS SCHOLARSHIPS 

The scholarships are open to graduating seniors who have participated in at least 4 ETC activities.  We will be awarding TWO $500 scholarships.  The deadline is May 10th.  Please apply at:  Theatre Scholarship

3. The Addams Family (School Edition)

Please join us for a fun and kooky musical production!  Edison Theatre Company presents The Addams Family (School Edition) at 7pm on May1st, 2nd and 4th at 7 pm and a 2 pm matinee on May 2nd.  Tickets are available at edisontheatrecompany.org as well as at the door. Prices are $8 for students and seniors and $12 for adults. There are over 60 Edison students in the cast and crew who would love to see you there!

At the School Board meeting last night, we had the pleasure of celebrating Ms. Deavers, who has recertified for the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. We are so proud of her dedication and excellence.

4. Thank You PTSA!

Edison staff members thank the PTSA for this morning's sweet treats and coffee to start the day! We appreciate the many, many activities you put together to support all of our staff. We feel the love!

On Wednesday, we had the privilege of celebrating our students at Day Prom. It was a heartwarming event filled with joy and dancing. Thank you to everyone who made it possible.

5. Edison Academy Awards for Third Quarter

Congratulations to the following students who received third quarter recognition in the Academy!

This past Thursday, we recognized the Month of the Military Child. It was a special time to honor the resilience and courage of our military-connected students. Your strength inspires us all. Thank you to our ambassadors, Mrs. Mahan and Mr. Schlemmer, for organizing this event!

6. Mental Health in Childhood

Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are associated with children’s physical and mental health. Mental health disorders such as ADHD and anxiety are the most commonly diagnosed in children, and they often occur together. Anxiety is characterized by feelings of worry, apprehension or dread that something bad is going to happen. Children diagnosed with ADHD may have trouble paying attention, controlling impulsive behaviors, or be overly active. Early diagnosis and appropriate services for children and their families can make a difference in the lives of children with mental health disorders.

Anxiety-related triggers are lonely and frightening emotional responses related to situations, persons, places or objects. Today’s sources of stress for our students may include increased coursework and graduation requirements, extracurricular activities, household responsibilities, and social media. Social media has been a great way to increase connection and communication, but for our young people it contributes to shorter and attention spans and 

information overload. Signs of anxiety include appearing worried, irritable or nervous, restlessness, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, along with physical symptoms such as sleeping problems, headaches, and stomach aches. It is understandable for a parent to be worried because figuring out what to do is hard. Here are five simple ways to respond to teens with anxiety:

1. Recognize warning signs.
2. Guide your child to take a few deep breaths to slow things down.
3. Make sure your child understands you are available if they need to talk.
4. Acknowledge your child’s feelings and avoid downplaying situations or issues.
5. Help them come up with ways to deal with the situation next time.

For general questions about the FCPS Substance Abuse Prevention Program, please contact the Office of Student Safety & Wellness at: 571.423.4270.

Sources & Resources

The Anxiety Toolkit for Teens

Talk, They Hear You

Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences

For Further Information & Support, please contact Shawn Elliott, BS, QMHP-C, Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist, at [email protected]

7. Last Chance! Buy your Yearbook Now!

Get your yearbook now before they sell out! To purchase, visit www.yearbookordercenter.com and enter school code 5211. If you have any questions, email Vanessa Briggs [email protected].

8. IB Exam Information

From April 25th to May 17th, Edison High School’s juniors and seniors enrolled in a culminating IB course will complete their IB exams. IB exam schedules will be sent to each student’s FCPSSCHOOLS.NET email addresses with the start times and locations of their exam. Below is next week's testing schedule.

Students must arrive on time for their designated exam sessions as there are no makeups. Parents/Guardians can access the IB testing calendar at IB Testing Schedule. Please note that our exams will begin at 8:10 AM for morning sessions and noon for afternoon sessions. If a student has a question about their exam schedule for a specific course, they should contact their course teacher; if they have a question about examination procedures, they should contact Ms. Devers at [email protected].

If any parents, guardians, or alumni are interested in volunteering during IB exams, they should contact Ms. Devers at [email protected] to schedule a time slot. Assistance is most needed on May 9, 10 and 13. 

9. ☎️ Parent Information Phone Lines Available in Eight Languages

Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.

10. Edison Sports Physicals Night Coming!

On Thursday, May 30, Edison will host Sports Physical Night for the 2024-2025 school year. Get it done at school so that it's already on file!

• $50 if you pre-register
• $60 is you walk in

All proceeds fund the Edison Athletic Training Program; we do not receive funding from FCPS. Sign up at edisonsports.org or scan the QR code above. 

11. FCPS News - In Case You Missed It

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!
• Weigh in on School Health Services
• FCPS Shines Bright With Continued ENERGY STAR® Recognition

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, please sign up today. 

Administrative and Office Assistants Week, 4/22-26

Month of the Military Child

National Arab American Heritage Month

School Library Month

Autism Acceptance Month

Mathematics and Statistics Awareness Month

National Poetry Month

12. Edison Athletic Boosters - Calling All Gardeners!

Take your gardening game to the next level by getting your annual flowering and vegetable plants at the Edison Athletic Boosters Spring Flower Sale powered by Rorer’s Produce. Shopping hours are 9:00 am – 7:00 pm, Monday through Sunday. All major credit cards are accepted. Military discounts are available. Proceeds benefit the Edison Athletic Boosters.

Useful Links

• Edison High School Website: https://edisonhs.fcps.edu/
• New to Edison? Start Here:  New Student to Edison | Thomas A. Edison High School (fcps.edu)
• Required Forms:  Yearly Forms
• For Parents:  Parent Checklist
• For Students:  Updates for Students
• Student Information System (SIS) and Parent Vue: Enables you to access information about student attendance, class performance, course materials, and more:  SIS/Parent Vue
• School Payments via My School Bucks:  My School Bucks
• Transcript Requests: This link connects you to the transcript request form for Edison High School and is for current students and recent graduates (2018 and after): EHS Transcript Request Form
• Former student records from more than five years ago can be requested via this site:  Verification of Graduation, Records, Transcripts

5801 Franconia Road, Alexandria, VA 22310 | Main Office: 703-924-8000
Attendance: 703-924-8080 or [email protected] | Web | Twitter

 

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Are you Interested in Serving on the PTSA Executive Board Next School Year? 

We are accepting nominations. You can nominate yourself or someone else. We currently have nominations for the following Executive Board positions:

• President
• Treasurer
• Secretary
• VP Membership
• Still vacant: VP Communications

There are also committees that need volunteers. We are actively seeking volunteers to take the lead with the All Night Grad Party (ANGP) Committee for next school year and beyond.

The Executive Board slate for 2024-2025 are:

• President - Sharon Riley
• VP Membership - Maisi Julian
• Treasurer - Angie Hester
• Secretary - Dara Dugan

We will vote on the Executive Board slate at our next PTSA meeting on May 21st. If anyone is interested in any of the above positions, one can self-nominate from the floor. 

April 26 Staff Appreciation Coffee and Sweets

On April 26th, the PTSA will host  April Staff Appreciation Coffee and Sweets. Provided will be coffee, tea and a variety of sweets and baked goods. Parents can participate by baking your favorite breakfast treat sign up here or providing one of the following suggestions. Too busy to bake? This fundraiser was set up for those wishing to donate monetarily: https://app.memberhub.gives/teacher-staff-appreciation/Campaign/Details  Please join us in showing our appreciation for our awesome Edison staff and teachers. 

Senior Yard Signs

Yard Signs are $20 each and can be purchased at  Senior Yard Signs. Questions? Please contact Matt Boli at [email protected]

Senior EHS PTSA Scholarships

We are excited to announce that we have increased our EHS PTSA scholarship amounts from $500 each to $1,000 each. We will award four. The submission deadline is May 13, 2024. PTSA Scholarship Application.  As a PTSA member you can also apply for Fairfax County PTA scholarships, that link is https://www.fccpta.org/scholarships. Deadline is today, April 10, 2024. *You must be a PTSA member to apply. 

Teacher/Staff Appreciation

Spring is in the air and that's a great time to show our staff how much we care! Our Teacher/Staff Appreciation Committee has wonderful events planned for the remainder of the year. Want to help? The link to donate is: Staff Appreciation

Teacher Mini-Grants

if you are a member of the EHS PTSA, you are eligible to apply for a teacher mini-grant. We provide five $200 teacher mini grants annually to enhance classroom experiences. 

Online Auction Request

Are you a small business owner? Would you like free advertising for your company?  We will have another auction soon. Please consider donating a service or gift card. Your company and thoughtful donation will be advertised in our newsletters and on our social media. Please contact the PTSA President, Sharon Riley, at [email protected] if interested.

Class of 2024 All Night Grad Party Registration now open! Tickets are $70 through May 12th.

Buy tickets here - Register for ANGP Your student may also pick up paper applications outside of the Student Activities office. 

Note: All students eligible for free and reduced lunch can register online for a reduced fee.

La información sobre All Night Grad Party también está disponible en español en nuestro sitio web Edison ANGP (Copiar y pegar para abrir).

Questions? Email Lisa at [email protected]. 

Please follow us on Facebook @ Thomas Edison High School PTSA and Instagram @edisoneaglesptsa

Thank you for your support to the PTSA!

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In this Issue:

1. Jump Start for Rising 9th Graders

2. Family Summit Designed to Enhance Safety, Security, and Inclusion

3. No-Cost Mental Health Teletherapy for All High School Students

4. School Health Services Satisfaction Survey

5. Last Chance! Buy your Yearbook Now

6. New Regs on Meditation and Silent 
7. IB Exams
8. Sports Physicals for 2024-2025, 6:00 PM

9. Postsecondary Education and Employment Options

10. FCPS News - In Case You Missed It
11. Edison Athletic Boosters

Important Dates

Edison School Wide Calendar

April 10: Padres Latinos Meeting, 10am - 12pm in Cafeteria

April 22: Princess for a Night, 3pm - 6pm inside entrance 6

April 23:  Hello High School 9:30am - 11:15am (Field Trip for Rising 9th Graders)

April 25: IB Exams Begin

April 26: Princess for a Night, 3pm - 6pm inside entrance 6

April 27: Athletic Booster Flea Market, 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM, parking lot

May 11: Athletic Booster Flea Market, 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM, parking lot

May 18:  Senior Prom

May 27: Memorial Day Holiday

May 30: Edison Sports Physical Night

June 5:  Graduation, 7:30 PM, EagleBank Arena at GMU

June 12:  Last Day of School

The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

A Message From Mrs. Burke

Hello, Edison HS Community,

Happy Friday! As we wrap up another busy week at our school, I want to take a moment to celebrate the amazing events and achievements we've experienced together.

First, I would like to congratulate all the new inductees of our National Honor Society. This past Monday night was a testament to the hard work and dedication of our exceptional students. Your commitment to academic excellence and community service is commendable, and I am incredibly proud of each one of you.

This week was also special as we celebrated the achievements of our senior athletes in tennis and track and field. Senior Nights were filled with memorable moments, celebrating our athletes' dedication and sportsmanship throughout their high school careers. Well done to all our seniors for their perseverance and spirit!

On Thursday night, we honored another group of talented students at our Electrical Construction Class Promotion Ceremony. Witnessing our students ready to take the next steps in their careers is always an inspiring moment, and I am confident that they will continue to achieve great things.

Today, our school spirit was on full display during the fun-filled pep rally. It was wonderful to see such enthusiasm and energy from everyone involved.  We had a big surprise and unveiled our new eagle mascot; the eagle will make appearances throughout the year.  Thank you to our staff and students for making it such a successful event!

Additionally, this past Wednesday, we celebrated Purple Up Day to show support for military children in our community. It was heartwarming to see a sea of purple throughout our halls, symbolizing our gratitude and support for these families.

Looking ahead to next week, Wednesday marks Administrative Assistant Day. I would like to extend my deepest gratitude to all our administrative assistants – Susan Tyson, Lulu Hiwot, Ethel Olivares, Monica Hahn, Tawanna Bates, Dianne Lewis, Sharon Grimes, Suzanne Gouger, Deborah Meighen, Miriam Benzineb, Katie Nelson, Jenn Roberts, Susan Scott and Kathy Spillman.  Your hard work and dedication are the backbone of our daily operations, and your efforts do not go unnoticed.

Next week, we will also be celebrating our cafeteria workers. Please join me in expressing our gratitude for their hard work and dedication to providing healthy meals for all of us.

Lastly, if you haven’t already done so, please take a moment to fill out the Google form to thank a teacher for Teacher Appreciate Week. Our teachers make a lasting impact on our students' lives, and it’s a wonderful opportunity to express our gratitude for their invaluable contribution.

Thank you all for your continued support and engagement. Let's keep the momentum going as we move forward together.

Have a great weekend!

Amanda Burke
Principal

Meet our New Eagle 1. Jump Start for Rising 9th Graders!

Your student's transition to high school is very important to us! This year we will be offering an optional Jump Start program to our rising 9th grade students. Students will be able to register to attend one of the two-day sessions.

• August 7 from 9:00AM - 1:00 PM
• August 9 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Students will have an opportunity to meet staff members (administrators, counselors, and some teachers), tour the building, get a couple high school tips for success, hear about our many sports/club programs offered, and more.  Lunch is included in the program. Transportation will be provided at limited locations.

Save the Date: Registration will open on May 30th and a link will be located on the Edison website for those interested in our Jumpstart program. Please contact please contact Greg Dombrowski: [email protected] for further information.

National Honor Society (NHS) induction ceremony on Monday Night.

 

GET A FREE PROM DRESS!

 Princess for A Night (PFAN) is a project in which beautiful prom dresses, shoes, handbags, and jewelry are collected from stores and women in the community and given to high school students for free. All students from any school are welcome at this event.

PFAN will take place at Edison HS in Girls Team Locker room across from weight room inside entrance 6 on the following dates:

Monday, April 22nd            3-5pm

Thursday, April 26th           3-6pm

Donations of shoes, handbags, jewelry and clean dresses will be accepted during the event.  Please contact Ginger White Robertson at [email protected] with any questions. 

2. Family Summit Designed to Enhance Safety, Security, and Inclusion

The FCPS Family Summit will take place on Saturday, April 20, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., at Marshall High School. The conference will cover topics that are helpful for all families such as raising resilient, independent children; forming meaningful connections with children; addressing big emotions; and the dangers of opioids and fentanyl. Participants may also join online sessions, which will provide supports for students with disabilities and their families. 

Visit the Family Summit webpage to learn about the guest speakers and to register for the event. The theme — Safe, Supported, and Included — aligns with Goal 2 of FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan. 

Hungry Hippo Pep Rally Games! 3. 💻 No-Cost Mental Health Teletherapy for All High School Students

Is your high schooler experiencing anxiety, behavior changes, or challenges with peer and family relationships? If so, parents/caregivers can refer their children for weekly therapy with a licensed therapist through Hazel Health. Visit the Teletherapy webpage for information on how to opt your child into this service. 

4.✅ School Health Services Satisfaction Survey

The Fairfax County Health Department and FCPS School Health Services invite parents/caregivers to participate in a survey on the level of satisfaction with support provided to your school community by School Health Services. The survey takes about five minutes to complete and is open until Friday, April 26. Your feedback can help to improve school health services.

5. Last Chance! Buy your Yearbook Now!

Get your yearbook now before they sell out! To purchase, visit www.yearbookordercenter.com and enter school code 5211. If you have any questions, email Vanessa Briggs [email protected].

Track Senior Night! 6. New Regulation on Meditation and Silent Reflection Spaces

FCPS has developed Regulation 1502 to ensure all students and staff have reasonable accommodation and access to meditation and silent reflection spaces within the school division. The regulation provides guidance for schools on how to manage requests for silent reflection during instructional and non-instructional time, and for students to leave school for religious activities.

These spaces are for individuals to engage in prayer, meditation, or silent reflection, inclusive of their religious or non-religious beliefs. Parents/caregivers must provide written permission for students requesting to miss instructional time on a regular basis. Families are encouraged to contact [the principal/family liaison/their child’s teacher] regarding accommodations. View Regulation 1502. Visit FCPS' Religious Accommodations in Schools for Students webpage for more information.

7. IB Exams Information

From April 25th to May 17th, Edison High School’s juniors and seniors enrolled in a culminating IB course will complete their IB exams. IB exam schedules will be sent to each student’s FCPSSCHOOLS.NET email addresses with the start times and locations of their exam. 

Students must arrive on time for their designated exam sessions as there are no makeups. Parents/Guardians can access the IB testing calendar at IB Testing Schedule. Please note that our exams will begin at 8:10 AM for morning sessions and noon for afternoon sessions. If a student has a question about their exam schedule for a specific course, they should contact their course teacher; if they have a question about examination procedures, they should contact Ms. Devers at [email protected].

If any parents, guardians, or alumni are interested in volunteering during IB exams, they should contact Ms. Devers at [email protected] to schedule a time slot. Assistance is most needed on May 9, 10 and 13. 

Girls Tennis Senior Night 8. Edison Sports Physicals Night Coming!

On Thursday, May 30, Edison will host Sports Physical Night for the 2024-2025 school year. Get it done at school so that it's already on file!

• $50 if you pre-register
• $60 is you walk in

All proceeds fund the Edison Athletic Training Program; we do not receive funding from FCPS. Sign up at edisonsports.org or scan the QR code above. 

9. 🎓 Postsecondary Education and Employment Options

FCPS’ Career and Transition Services will host Flash Forward, to provide students with disabilities seeking a standard or advanced diploma and their families an introduction to options available after high school. 

Flash Forward will be held Thursday, April 25, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Annandale High School, in the cafeteria. Register online. Representatives from adult education, employment, and community programs (college, military, apprenticeship, trade school, gap year, and employment) will be on site to share information about their services.

10. FCPS News - In Case You Missed It

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• Spring Assessments
• Family Conference
• Community Forums on Middle School Start Times

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, please sign up today. 

Assistant Principals Week, April 1-5

Month of the Military Child

National Arab American Heritage Month

Muslim American Heritage Month

School Library Month

Autism Acceptance Month

Mathematics and Statistics Awareness Month

National Poetry Month

11. Edison Athletic Boosters Building A Legacy, One Brick at a Time

Consider making your Student-Athlete, Senior, or loved one's legacy permanent at Edison High School by purchasing a brick to be placed at Luther W. Fennell Field (located within Edison Stadium). These bricks can be purchased for $40 each and can include up to four lines of personalized text, as well as an icon. Please note that orders placed now will be installed in June 2024. If you have any questions, please email us at: [email protected]  

Click the link to purchase a brick: Brick

Useful Links

• Edison High School Website: https://edisonhs.fcps.edu/
• New to Edison? Start Here:  New Student to Edison | Thomas A. Edison High School (fcps.edu)
• Required Forms:  Yearly Forms
• For Parents:  Parent Checklist
• For Students:  Updates for Students
• Student Information System (SIS) and Parent Vue: Enables you to access information about student attendance, class performance, course materials, and more:  SIS/Parent Vue
• School Payments via My School Bucks:  My School Bucks
• Transcript Requests: This link connects you to the transcript request form for Edison High School and is for current students and recent graduates (2018 and after): EHS Transcript Request Form
• Former student records from more than five years ago can be requested via this site:  Verification of Graduation, Records, Transcripts

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Are you interested in serving on the PTSA Executive Board next school year? 

We are accepting nominations. You can nominate yourself or someone else.

Currently, we have nominations for the following Executive Board positions:

President, Treasurer, Secretary, and VP Membership

—the position of VP Communications is still vacant. 

There are also committees that need volunteers. 

We are actively seeking volunteers to take the lead with the ANGP committee for next school year and beyond.

The Executive Board slate for '24-'25 are:

President - Sharon Riley

VP Membership - Maisi Julian

Treasurer - Angie Hester

Secretary - Dara Dugan

This announcement serves as 30-day notice that we will vote on the Executive Board slate at our next PTSA meeting, on May 21st. If anyone is interested in any of the above positions, one can self-nominate from the floor. 

Fun time at Paint Night!

April '24 Staff Appreciation Coffee and Sweets

On April 26th, the PTSA will host  April Staff Appreciation Coffee and Sweets. Provided will be: coffee, tea and a variety of sweets and baked goods. Parents can participate by baking your favorite breakfast treat sign up here or providing one of the following suggestions. Too busy to bake? This fundraiser was set up for those wishing to donate monetarily: https://app.memberhub.gives/teacher-staff-appreciation/Campaign/Details 
Please join us in showing our appreciation for our awesome Edison staff and teachers. 

A huge thank you to the Edison HS PTSA Executive Board and Committees 

This year your Edison PTSA has been able to support many causes, programs, and events and it is due to the efforts of our awesome volunteers!!  We are all parents, just like you,  who want what's best for our students. Without their efforts, time, and energy we would not have been able to provide all that we have. Thank you to everyone who has volunteered and especially to our Executive Board and Committee members: Mrs. Burke, Nikki Hayes, Maisi Julian, Angie Hester, Dara Dugan,  and also Lisa Staresina, Sheryl Williams, Isabel Baez, Laura Shanks, Tracie Clemmer, Matt Boli,  and Patricia Skinner.

Edison students and parents came through for the PTSA—All Night Grad Party Committee once again!

Parent volunteers drove delivery trucks and chase cars and OVER 150 Edison students from across Edison high school did all of the heavy lifting (literally).  ANGP had help from baseball, softball, tennis and track teams, and the leadership class.  Other students didn’t come with a group, but heard the call for volunteers and stepped up!  With the help of our amazing Edison community, we were able to deliver over 3,500 bags of mulch in six hours!  Amazing!  Thank you, Edison students and parents!  The PTSA—ANGP Committee can’t do this without your support every year. 

Senior Yard Signs

Yard Signs are $20 each and can be purchased at  Senior Yard Signs. Questions? Please contact Matt Boli at [email protected]

Senior EHS PTSA Scholarships

We are excited to announce that we have increased our EHS PTSA scholarship amounts from $500 each to $1,000 each. We will award four. The submission deadline is May 13, 2024. PTSA Scholarship Application.  As a PTSA member you can also apply for Fairfax County PTA scholarships, that link is https://www.fccpta.org/scholarships. Deadline is today, April 10, 2024. *You must be a PTSA member to apply. 

Teacher/Staff Appreciation

Spring is in the air and that's a great time to show our staff how much we care! Our Teacher/Staff Appreciation Committee has wonderful events planned for the remainder of the year. Want to help? The link to donate is: Staff Appreciation

Teacher Mini-Grants

if you are a member of the EHS PTSA, you are eligible to apply for a teacher mini-grant. We provide five $200 teacher mini grants annually to enhance classroom experiences. 

Seeking Members for the PTSA Nominations Committee

Seeking three PTSA members to serve on the nominations committee.  We must present a slate of nominations this month.  The time commitment for this committee is very small.  Please contact the PTSA President, Sharon Riley, at [email protected] if interested.

Online Auction Fundraiser

Thank you for your support with our Sports/Activity online auction fundraiser. We were able to raise $1,642 towards our goal of funding the Senior Scholarships.  We will host another soon. Also a huge thank you to our auction sponsors: Principal Burke and her Edison HS admin team,  the Edison HS Athletic Boosters, Maisi Julian Photography, the Williams family (for three donations!!), Natalie Dicks Photography, the Bujoreanu family, SGJ photos, and Alexandria Myotherapy, Inc

Online Auction Request

Are you a small business owner? Would you like free advertising for your company?  We will have another auction soon. Please consider donating a service or gift card. Your company and thoughtful donation will be advertised in our newsletters and on our social media. Please contact the PTSA President, Sharon Riley, at [email protected] if interested.

Class of 2024 All Night Grad Party Registration now open! Tickets are $60 through April 14.

Buy tickets here - Register for ANGP Your student may also pick up paper applications outside of the Student Activities office. 

Note: All students eligible for free and reduced lunch can register online for a reduced fee.

La información sobre All Night Grad Party también está disponible en español en nuestro sitio web Edison ANGP (Copiar y pegar para abrir).

Questions? Email Lisa at [email protected]. 

Please follow us on Facebook @ Thomas Edison High School PTSA and Instagram @edisoneaglesptsa

Thank you for your support to the PTSA!

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Edison High School Weekly    

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In this Issue:

1. Jump Start for Rising 9th Graders

2. Family Summit Designed to Enhance Safety, Security, and Inclusion

3. No-Cost Mental Health Teletherapy for All High School Students

4. School Health Services Satisfaction Survey

5. Parent University for Rising 12th Graders, 6:30 PM
6. New Regs on Meditation and Silent 
7. IB Exams
8. Sports Physicals for 2024-2025, 6:00 PM

9. Postsecondary Education and Employment Options

10. Mental Health in Childhood

11. FCPS News - In Case You Missed It
12. Edison Athletic Boosters

Important Dates

Edison School Wide Calendar

April 13:  Athletic Booster Flea Market, 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM, parking lot

April 15: National Honor Society Induction, 6 pm, Auditorium

April 17: Parent University for Rising 12th Grade Parents, 6:30 PM

April 19: DECA Volleyball Classic, 7 pm, Main Gym

April 25: IB Exams Begin

April 27: Athletic Booster Flea Market, 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM, parking lot

May 11: Athletic Booster Flea Market, 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM, parking lot

May 18:  Senior Prom

May 27: Memorial Day Holiday

May 30: Edison Sports Physical Night

June 5:  Graduation, 7:30 PM, EagleBank Arena at GMU

June 12:  Last Day of School

The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

A Message From Mrs. Burke

Hello, Edison HS Community,

I am thrilled to share some highlights and upcoming events that continue to make our community the best in Fairfax.

Firstly, I want to express how wonderful it was to see our students at last night's JROTC Military Ball. The event was a beautiful celebration, and it was truly inspiring to witness our students in their formal attire, showcasing the discipline and camaraderie that the JROTC program fosters.

Upcoming Events and Announcements:

• Purple Up Day: As many of you know, April is the Month of the Military Child. This special recognition is a time to honor the resilience and strength of children of military families. We acknowledge the unique challenges they face due to deployments and relocations, and we celebrate their ability to adapt and thrive. To show our support, Edison High School will participate in Purple Up Day on April 17th. Everyone is encouraged to wear purple on this day as a visible way to show support and thank military children for their strength and sacrifices.
• Autism Acceptance Month: April is Autism Acceptance Month, and we continue to promote acceptance and celebrate the diverse talents and abilities of all our students. Notably, according to the CDC, one in 44 children in the United States is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. This emphasizes the importance of fostering inclusivity in our school environment. Here at Edison, we recognize the significance of embracing neurodiversity, acknowledging that each student, including those diagnosed with autism, brings a valuable array of talents and strengths to our community. They enrich our collective experience and remind us of the beauty and richness found in our differences.
• Pep Rally Next Week: Looking ahead, we have our pep rally scheduled for next week on Friday! This event is a fantastic way to boost school spirit and get everyone pumped for the upcoming sports matches and school activities. Let's make this pep rally one to remember!

• Monday- Represent a College/University
• Tuesday- Tropical Wear
• Wednesday- Purple Out
• Thursday- Royalty
• Friday- Class Colors – 9th White, 10th Black, 11th Blue, 12th Red

Looking Ahead:

• Rising 9th Grade Jump Start Program: We are excited to welcome our future freshmen this August. Please see the attached flyer for more information about our Jump Start program designed to help incoming ninth graders transition smoothly into high school life.
• Teacher Appreciation Week – First Week of May: Our teachers make a profound impact on our students' lives daily. Please take a moment to thank a teacher by filling out our Google Form with your kind words. Your appreciation means a lot to them, and this is a wonderful opportunity to express how much we value their hard work and dedication.

Have a great weekend!

Amanda Burke
Principal

Celebrating our cadets at the JROTC Military Ball

1. Jump Start for Rising 9th Graders!

Your student's transition to high school is very important to us! This year we will be offering an optional Jump Start program to our rising 9th grade students. Students will be able to register to attend one of the two-day sessions.

• August 7 from 9:00AM - 1:00 PM
• August 9 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Students will have an opportunity to meet staff members (administrators, counselors, and some teachers), tour the building, get a couple high school tips for success, hear about our many sports/club programs offered, and more.  Lunch is included in the program. Transportation will be provided at limited locations.

Save the Date: Registration will open on May 30th and a link will be located on the Edison website for those interested in our Jumpstart program. Please contact please contact Greg Dombrowski: [email protected] for further information.

 

GET A FREE PROM DRESS!

 Princess for A Night (PFAN) is a project in which beautiful prom dresses, shoes, handbags, and jewelry are collected from stores and women in the community and given to high school students for free. All students from any school are welcome at this event.

PFAN will take place at Edison HS in Girls Team Locker room across from weight room inside entrance 6 on the following dates:

Friday, April 12th                3-6pm

Thursday, April 18th           3-5pm

Monday, April 22nd            3-5pm

Thursday, April 26th           3-6pm

Donations of shoes, handbags, jewelry and clean dresses will be accepted during the event.  Please contact Ginger White Robertson at [email protected] with any questions. 

2. Family Summit Designed to Enhance Safety, Security, and Inclusion

The FCPS Family Summit will take place on Saturday, April 20, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., at Marshall High School. The conference will cover topics that are helpful for all families such as raising resilient, independent children; forming meaningful connections with children; addressing big emotions; and the dangers of opioids and fentanyl. Participants may also join online sessions, which will provide supports for students with disabilities and their families. 

Visit the Family Summit webpage to learn about the guest speakers and to register for the event. The theme — Safe, Supported, and Included — aligns with Goal 2 of FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan. 

3. 💻 No-Cost Mental Health Teletherapy for All High School Students

Is your high schooler experiencing anxiety, behavior changes, or challenges with peer and family relationships? If so, parents/caregivers can refer their children for weekly therapy with a licensed therapist through Hazel Health. Visit the Teletherapy webpage for information on how to opt your child into this service. 

4.✅ School Health Services Satisfaction Survey

The Fairfax County Health Department and FCPS School Health Services invite parents/caregivers to participate in a survey on the level of satisfaction with support provided to your school community by School Health Services. The survey takes about five minutes to complete and is open until Friday, April 26. Your feedback can help to improve school health services.

5. Parent University:  April 17, 2024, 6:30 PM, Lecture Hall

This event is for parents of rising 12th-grade students (current 11th graders).  

Topics will include:

• Options for students after high school
• A broad overview of the college application process
• Specific actions students need to take at Edison HS when applying to a 4-year college/university

Parents of 11th-grade students will receive an e-mail from Ms. Cottingham with more information. Please contact Ms. Cottingham if you have any questions.

6. New Regulation on Meditation and Silent Reflection Spaces

FCPS has developed Regulation 1502 to ensure all students and staff have reasonable accommodation and access to meditation and silent reflection spaces within the school division. The regulation provides guidance for schools on how to manage requests for silent reflection during instructional and non-instructional time, and for students to leave school for religious activities.

These spaces are for individuals to engage in prayer, meditation, or silent reflection, inclusive of their religious or non-religious beliefs. Parents/caregivers must provide written permission for students requesting to miss instructional time on a regular basis. Families are encouraged to contact [the principal/family liaison/their child’s teacher] regarding accommodations. View Regulation 1502. Visit FCPS' Religious Accommodations in Schools for Students webpage for more information.

7. IB Exams Information

From April 25th to May 17th, Edison High School’s juniors and seniors enrolled in a culminating IB course will complete their IB exams. IB exam schedules will be sent to each student’s FCPSSCHOOLS.NET email addresses with the start times and locations of their exam. 

Students must arrive on time for their designated exam sessions as there are no makeups. Parents/Guardians can access the IB testing calendar at IB Testing Schedule. Please note that our exams will begin at 8:10 AM for morning sessions and noon for afternoon sessions. If a student has a question about their exam schedule for a specific course, they should contact their course teacher; if they have a question about examination procedures, they should contact Ms. Devers at [email protected].

If any parents, guardians, or alumni are interested in volunteering during IB exams, they should contact Ms. Devers at [email protected] to schedule a time slot. Assistance is most needed on May 9, 10 and 13. 

8. Edison Sports Physicals Night Coming!

On Thursday, May 30, Edison will host Sports Physical Night for the 2024-2025 school year. Get it done at school so that it's already on file!

• $50 if you pre-register
• $60 is you walk in

All proceeds fund the Edison Athletic Training Program; we do not receive funding from FCPS. Sign up at edisonsports.org or scan the QR code above. 

9. 🎓 Postsecondary Education and Employment Options

FCPS’ Career and Transition Services will host Flash Forward, to provide students with disabilities seeking a standard or advanced diploma and their families an introduction to options available after high school. 

Flash Forward will be held Thursday, April 25, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Annandale High School, in the cafeteria. Register online. Representatives from adult education, employment, and community programs (college, military, apprenticeship, trade school, gap year, and employment) will be on site to share information about their services.

10. Mental Health in Childhood

Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are associated with children’s physical and mental health. Mental health disorders such as ADHD and anxiety are the most commonly diagnosed in children, which commonly occurs together. Anxiety are feelings of worry, apprehension or dread that something bad is going to happen. Children diagnosed with ADHD may have trouble paying attention, controlling impulsive behaviors, or be overly active. Early diagnosis and appropriate services for children and their families can make a difference in the lives of children with mental health disorders.

Anxiety related triggers are lonely and frightening emotional responses related to situations, persons, places or objects. Today’s sources of stress for our students include: increased coursework and graduation requirements, extracurricular activities, household responsibilities, and social media. Social media has been a great way to increase connection and communication, but for our young people it contributes to shorter attention spans and information overload. Signs of anxiety include appearing worried, irritable or nervous, restlessness, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, along with physical symptoms such as sleeping problems, headaches, and stomach aches. It is understandable for a parent to be worried because figuring out what to do is hard. Here are five simple ways to respond to teens with anxiety:

1. Recognize warning signs.
2. Guide your child to take a few deep breaths to slow things down.
3. Make sure your child understands you are available if they need to talk.
4. Acknowledge your child’s feelings and avoid downplaying situations or issues.
5. Help them come up with ways to deal with the situation next time.

For general questions about the FCPS Substance Abuse Prevention Program, please contact the Office of Student Safety & Wellness at: 571.423.4270.

Sources & Resources

The Anxiety Toolkit for Teens

Talk, They Hear You

Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences

11. FCPS News - In Case You Missed It

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• School Health Services Satisfaction Survey
• Webinars and Events for Families
• FCPS Is One of the Best Communities for Music Education

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, please sign up today.

Assistant Principals Week, April 1-5

Month of the Military Child

National Arab American Heritage Month

Muslim American Heritage Month

School Library Month

Autism Acceptance Month

Mathematics and Statistics Awareness Month

National Poetry Month

12. Edison Athletic Boosters Building A Legacy, One Brick at a Time

Consider making your Student-Athlete, Senior, or loved one's legacy permanent at Edison High School by purchasing a brick to be placed at Luther W. Fennell Field (located within Edison Stadium). These bricks can be purchased for $40 each and can include up to four lines of personalized text, as well as an icon. Please note that orders placed now will be installed in June 2024. If you have any questions, please email us at: [email protected]  

Click the link to purchase a brick: Brick

Useful Links

• Edison High School Website: https://edisonhs.fcps.edu/
• New to Edison? Start Here:  New Student to Edison | Thomas A. Edison High School (fcps.edu)
• Required Forms:  Yearly Forms
• For Parents:  Parent Checklist
• For Students:  Updates for Students
• Student Information System (SIS) and Parent Vue: Enables you to access information about student attendance, class performance, course materials, and more:  SIS/Parent Vue
• School Payments via My School Bucks:  My School Bucks
• Transcript Requests: This link connects you to the transcript request form for Edison High School and is for current students and recent graduates (2018 and after): EHS Transcript Request Form
• Former student records from more than five years ago can be requested via this site:  Verification of Graduation, Records, Transcripts

5801 Franconia Road, Alexandria, VA 22310 | Main Office: 703-924-8000
Attendance: 703-924-8080 or [email protected] | Web | Twitter

 

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A huge thank you to the Edison HS PTSA Executive Board and Committees 

This year your Edison PTSA has been able to support many causes, programs, and events and it is due to the efforts of our awesome volunteers!!  We are all parents, just like you,  who want what's best for our students. Without their efforts, time, and energy we would not have been able to provide all that we have. Thank you to everyone who has volunteered and especially to our Executive Board and Committee members: Mrs. Burke, Nikki Hayes, Maisi Julian, Angie Hester, Dara Dugan,  and also Lisa Staresina, Sheryl Williams, Isabel Baez, Laura Shanks,Tracie Clemmer, Matt Boli, and Patricia Skinner.

Edison students and parents came through for the PTSA—All Night Grad Party Committee once again!

Parent volunteers drove delivery trucks and chase cars and OVER 150 Edison students from across Edison high school did all of the heavy lifting (literally).  ANGP had help from baseball, softball, tennis and track teams, and the leadership class.  Other students didn’t come with a group, but heard the call for volunteers and stepped up!  With the help of our amazing Edison community, we were able to deliver over 3,500 bags of mulch in six hours!  Amazing!  Thank you, Edison students and parents!  The PTSA—ANGP Committee can’t do this without your support every year. 

Senior Yard Signs

Yard Signs are $20 each and can be purchased at  Senior Yard Signs. Questions? Please contact Matt Boli at [email protected]

Senior EHS PTSA Scholarships

We are excited to announce that we have increased our EHS PTSA scholarship amounts from $500 each to $1,000 each. We will award four. The submission deadline is May 13, 2024. PTSA Scholarship Application.  As a PTSA member you can also apply for Fairfax County PTA scholarships, that link is https://www.fccpta.org/scholarships. Deadline is today, April 10, 2024. *You must be a PTSA member to apply. 

Teacher/Staff Appreciation

Spring is in the air and that's a great time to show our staff how much we care! Our Teacher/Staff Appreciation Committee has wonderful events planned for the next three months. Want to help? The link to donate is: Staff Appreciation

Teacher Mini-Grants

if you are a member of the EHS PTSA, you are eligible to apply for a teacher mini-grant. We provide five $200 teacher mini grants annually to enhance classroom experiences. 

Seeking Members for the PTSA Nominations Committee

We are seeking three PTSA members to serve on the nominations committee for the 24-25 school year. Please contact the PTSA President, Sharon Riley, at [email protected] if interested.

Edison Food Pantry

The Food Pantry Committee will meet via Zoom on Wednesday, April 10 at 7pm. to discuss how the Spring Break food gift card event went. We will also plan food pantry events for next school year. Please contact the Food Pantry Chair, Sheryl Williams, for more information: [email protected]

Online Auction Fundraiser

Thank you for your support with our Sports/Activity online auction fundraiser. We were able to raise $1,642 towards our goal of funding the Senior Scholarships.  We will host another soon. Also a huge thank you to our auction sponsors: Principal Burke and her Edison HS admin team,  the Edison HS Athletic Boosters, Maisi Julian Photography, the Williams family (for three donations!!), Natalie Dicks Photography, the Bujoreanu family, SGJ photos, and Alexandria Myotherapy, Inc

Online Auction Request

Are you a small business owner? Would you like free advertising for your company?  We will have another auction soon. Please consider donating a service or gift card. Your company and thoughtful donation will be advertised in our newsletters and on our social media. Please contact the PTSA President, Sharon Riley, at [email protected] if interested.

Class of 2024 All Night Grad Party Registration now open! Tickets are $60 through April 14.

Buy tickets here - Register for ANGP Your student may also pick up paper applications outside of the Student Activities office. 

Note: All students eligible for free and reduced lunch can register online for a reduced fee.

La información sobre All Night Grad Party también está disponible en español en nuestro sitio web Edison ANGP (Copiar y pegar para abrir).

Questions? Email Lisa at [email protected]. 

Please follow us on Facebook @ Thomas Edison High School PTSA and Instagram @edisoneaglesptsa

Thank you for your support to the PTSA!

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Important Dates

Edison School Wide Calendar

April 10:  Eid al Fitr Student Holiday

April 13:  Athletic Booster Flea Market, 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM, parking lot

April 16: PTSA Meeting, 7 pm in the Library

April 17: Parent University for Rising 12th Grade Parents, 6:30 PM

April 25: IB Exams Begin

April 27: Athletic Booster Flea Market, 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM, parking lot

May 11: Athletic Booster Flea Market, 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM, parking lot

May 18:  Senior Prom

May 27: Memorial Day Holiday

May 30: Edison Sports Physical Night

June 5:  Graduation, 7:30 PM, EagleBank Arena at GMU

June 12:  Last Day of School

The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

Thank you to Ms. Malathy and Ms. D'Souza for presenting to WHG 1 seniors on Indian culture and history

In this Issue:

1. Calendar Reminder:  Eid Al-Fitr
2. Scholastic Contest Winners
3. Edison Culinary Students Invite You to Be Their Guest
4. Parent University for Rising 12th Graders, 6:30 PM
5. New Regs on Meditation and Silent 
6. IB Exams
7. Sports Physicals for 2024-2025, 6:00 PM
8. Jump Start for Rising 9th Graders
9. FCPS News - In Case You Missed It
10. Edison Athletic Boosters

Hello, Edison HS Community,

Man, are we getting hit with the April rain! I know that it will soon lead to beautiful May flowers. This year has really flown by, and I'm amazed by all the hard work and kindness I've seen from everyone this year.

As we head into the final quarter, it's important for all students to come to school every day ready to learn and have fun. This includes our seniors, who might be feeling "senioritis" kick in. (Hint for Senior Parents: There is no such thing as "Senior Skip Day"). Edison HS accreditation is based on our absenteeism rate, which includes excused and unexcused all-day absences. 15 or more absences will cause a student to be chronically absent for the year.  Please be mindful of this when scheduling family events and doctor appointments. 

Please remember that we won't have school on Wednesday, April 10, because of Eid. It's a special day for many of our friends and their families, and I hope it's a happy time for those who celebrate.

This month, I want to spotlight our librarians—the heart and soul of our literary world. Their commitment to enriching our students' lives through literature and research is truly special. The next time you visit our library, take a moment to thank Sarah Mahan and Melanie Burdett for the doors they open for us every day through books and beyond.

Our Assistant Principals (Mr. Boyd, Dr. Boyd, Ms. Saxton, Mrs. Hagan, Ms. Starkey, Mrs. Bentley, Mrs. Guillen, and Mr. Dombrowski)  also deserve a world of thanks. Their leadership, dedication, and care for our school's well-being keep us moving smoothly and toward our goals. Their efforts often happen behind the scenes, but they are the backbone of our school’s success. Let's show them our appreciation for all the hard work they do, day in and day out.

A solar eclipse will occur on April 8, 2024. It's a rare and exciting astronomical phenomenon that requires important safety reminders. Looking directly at the sun, even during an eclipse, can permanently damage your eyes. 

Here's what you need to know:

• Don't look at the sun without approved eyewear. This applies to students and staff, and we encourage you to reinforce this at home.

• Regular sunglasses are not good enough. The NASA website has more information about eye safety.  
• Eclipse timing:
• The eclipse starts around 2:04 p.m., peaks at 3:20 p.m. (which coincides with dismissal for some students), and ends around 4:32 p.m.
• While this is a rare event, students will not go out during the 8th period to view the eclipse as we do not have special glasses for all students to wear. 
• Please remind your child to be especially vigilant about eye safety during dismissal.
• If you have concerns about your child walking or riding the bus home, please arrange for alternative transportation.

Have a great weekend!

Amanda Burke
Principal

Congratulations to Ms. Engelbrecht for being awarded the Eagle of the Quarter.  Thank you for all that you do!

1. 🗓️ Calendar Reminder: Eid al-Fitr (Evening Observance Day, Holiday)

In Islam, Eid-al-Fitr is a three-day festival to mark the end of Ramadan. Tuesday, April 9, is an evening observance day. There is school on this day, but important events will not be held after school. Wednesday, April 10, is an FCPS holiday; all schools and offices will be closed. See the school year calendar.

2. Scholastic Contest Winners

The Scholastic Arts & Writing contest is a highly prestigious contest looking at the work of students in grades 7-12, offering scholarship and recognition to those who exemplify exceptional originality, skill, and personal voice. Select students from Ms. Yoon’s class submitted their short stories written in class, and after a review of 2,300+ submissions, jurors diligently scored submissions in which some of our own Edison students were selected for awards and mentions! Students will attend an award ceremony later this month to recognize their incredible work.

Congratulations to our winners:

• Caitlin Brickley - Honorable Mention
• Justine Olson -  Silver Key
• Maggie Chen - Gold Key

Mrs. Burke and Ms. Saxton hearing from our students on their active physics science fair projects.  The students did a great job sharing their work!  Thank you to Ms. D'Souza and Ms. Fontana.

3. 🍳 Edison Culinary Students Invite You to Be Their Guest

Did you see the FCPS News You Choose article highlighting all the great things going on in our Culinary Arts Department? Here's what they are saying:

Bistro 1093 is named for the number of patents held by Thomas Edison. It welcomes guests as a pop-up restaurant inside Edison Academy. On most Thursdays between January and May, about 20 diners enjoy Bistro 1093’s three-course lunch. Learn more about what is described as one of the best-kept culinary secrets in Fairfax County.

Bistro Lunch Day is busy! Pictured are Ladies Who Lunch; students preparing take-out orders; student going through orders; and Chef Walden teaching a future chef.

4. Parent University:  April 17, 2024, 6:30 PM, Lecture Hall

This event is for parents of rising 12th-grade students (current 11th graders).  

Topics will include:

• Options for students after high school
• A broad overview of the college application process
• Specific actions students need to take at Edison HS when applying to a 4-year college/university

Parents of 11th-grade students will receive an e-mail from Ms. Cottingham with more information. Please contact Ms. Cottingham if you have any questions.

5. New Regulation on Meditation and Silent Reflection Spaces

FCPS has developed Regulation 1502 to ensure all students and staff have reasonable accommodation and access to meditation and silent reflection spaces within the school division. The regulation provides guidance for schools on how to manage requests for silent reflection during instructional and non-instructional time, and for students to leave school for religious activities.

These spaces are for individuals to engage in prayer, meditation, or silent reflection, inclusive of their religious or non-religious beliefs. Parents/caregivers must provide written permission for students requesting to miss instructional time on a regular basis. Families are encouraged to contact [the principal/family liaison/their child’s teacher] regarding accommodations. View Regulation 1502. Visit FCPS' Religious Accommodations in Schools for Students webpage for more information.

6. IB Exams Information

From April 25th to May 17th, Edison High School’s juniors and seniors enrolled in a culminating IB course will complete their IB exams. IB exam schedules will be sent to each student’s FCPSSCHOOLS.NET email addresses with the start times and locations of their exam. 

Students must arrive on time for their designated exam sessions as there are no makeups. Parents/Guardians can access the IB testing calendar at IB Testing Schedule. Please note that our exams will begin at 8:10 AM for morning sessions and noon for afternoon sessions. If a student has a question about their exam schedule for a specific course, they should contact their course teacher; if they have a question about examination procedures, they should contact Ms. Devers at [email protected].

If any parents, guardians, or alumni are interested in volunteering during IB exams, they should contact Ms. Devers at [email protected] to schedule a time slot. Assistance is most needed on May 9, 10 and 13. 

7. Edison Sports Physicals Night Coming!

On Thursday, May 30, Edison will host Sports Physical Night for the 2024-2025 school year. Get it done at school so that it's already on file!

• $50 if you pre-register
• $60 is you walk in

All proceeds fund the Edison Athletic Training Program; we do not receive funding from FCPS. Sign up at edisonsports.org or scan the QR code above. 

8. Jump Start for Rising 9th Graders!

Your student's transition to high school is very important to us! This year we will be offering an optional Jump Start program to our rising 9th grade students. Students will be able to register to attend one of the two-day sessions.

• August 7 from 9:00AM - 1:00 PM
• August 9 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Students will have an opportunity to meet staff members (administrators, counselors, and some teachers), tour the building, get a couple high school tips for success, hear about our many sports/club programs offered, and more.  Lunch is included in the program. Transportation will be provided at limited locations.

Save the Date: Registration will open on May 30th and a link will be located on the Edison website for those interested in our Jumpstart program. Please contact please contact Greg Dombrowski: [email protected] for further information.

9. FCPS News - In Case You Missed It

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• Month of the Military Child
• Register for the FCPS Family Summit
• Teaching Real-World Math Skills
• Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, please sign up today. 

Assistant Principals Week, April 1-5

Month of the Military Child

National Arab American Heritage Month

Muslim American Heritage Month

School Library Month

Autism Acceptance Month

Mathematics and Statistics Awareness Month

National Poetry Month

10. Edison Athletic Boosters Building A Legacy, One Brick at a Time

Consider making your Student-Athlete, Senior, or loved one's legacy permanent at Edison High School by purchasing a brick to be placed at Luther W. Fennell Field (located within Edison Stadium). These bricks can be purchased for $40 each and can include up to four lines of personalized text, as well as an icon. Please note that orders placed now will be installed in June 2024. If you have any questions, please email us at: [email protected]  

Click the link to purchase a brick: Brick

Useful Links

• Edison High School Website: https://edisonhs.fcps.edu/
• New to Edison? Start Here:  New Student to Edison | Thomas A. Edison High School (fcps.edu)
• Required Forms:  Yearly Forms
• For Parents:  Parent Checklist
• For Students:  Updates for Students
• Student Information System (SIS) and Parent Vue: Enables you to access information about student attendance, class performance, course materials, and more:  SIS/Parent Vue
• School Payments via My School Bucks:  My School Bucks
• Transcript Requests: This link connects you to the transcript request form for Edison High School and is for current students and recent graduates (2018 and after): EHS Transcript Request Form
• Former student records from more than five years ago can be requested via this site:  Verification of Graduation, Records, Transcripts

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Spring Auction Fundraiser

Thank you to all those who placed bids on our Spring Auction/Fundraiser. The online auction raised $1,642!

Edison PTSA Food Pantry

Due to the very generous Edison High School family, the PTSA Food Pantry was able to raise $2,250.00 for spring break food gift cards for Edison families in need. Your generosity enabled the PTSA to double the original amount of the ALDI food gift cards from $50.00 to $100.00 for 23 Edison families in need.

Senior Yard Signs

Yard Signs are $20 each and can be purchased at this link: Senior Yard Signs

Senior EHS PTSA Scholarships

We are excited to announce that we have increased our EHS PTSA scholarship amounts from $500 each to $1,000 each. Four scholarships will be awarded. The link for google form/application below.  As always, if you find the link does not take you to the form, please copy and paste the address into your browser.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1aeNLtAtWtB-aHwIzMG_fEVbfVNnB2r22S9nWtqtHs7U/viewform?edit_requested=true.

As a PTSA member, you can also apply for Fairfax County PTA scholarships.  Their link is: FCCPTA Scholarships.

Teacher/Staff Appreciation

Spring is in the air and that's a great time to show our staff how much we care! Our Teacher/Staff Appreciation Committee has wonderful events planned for the next three months. Want to help? The link to donate is: Staff Appreciation

Teacher Mini-Grants

if you are a member of the EHS PTSA, you are eligible to apply for a teacher mini-grant. We provide five $200 teacher mini grants annually to enhance classroom experiences. 

EHS PTSA Dues Changes

At our February PTSA meeting, we announced that we will be voting on dues changes. The 30-day notice, required by our by-laws,was met at the meeting on March 19. The vote to increase dues was unanimous and will take effect immediately.

Please copy and paste into your browser: https://app.memberhub.gives/membership-drive/Campaign/Details

Seeking Members for the PTSA Nominations Committee

We are seeking three PTSA members to serve on the nominations committee for the 24-25 school year. Please contact the PTSA President, Sharon Riley, at [email protected] if interested.

Saturday, April 6 is the ANGP Mulch Sale!

Parents are still needed to be chase car drivers to take students to each delivery stop. Email Angie and Laura at [email protected] if you are intersted in being a chase car driver.

All Night Grad Party Planning Meeting tonight at 7:00 PM!

Please email Lisa at [email protected]  for the Zoom Meeting Link. 

Class of 2024 All Night Grad Party Registration now open! Tickets are $60 through April 14.

Buy tickets here - please copy and paste into your browser:    https://www.edisonangp.com/register-for-angp. Your student may also pick up paper applications outside of the Student Activities office. 

Note: All students eligible for free and reduced lunch can register online for a reduced fee.

La información sobre All Night Grad Party también está disponible en español en nuestro sitio web Edison ANGP (Copiar y pegar para abrir).

Questions? Email Lisa at [email protected]. 

Please follow us on Facebook @ Thomas Edison High School PTSA and Instagram @edisoneaglesptsa

Thank you for your support to the PTSA!

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Important Dates

Edison School Wide Calendar

March 22:  End of Third Quarter (no early release)

March 25-29:  Spring Break; building closed

April 1-2: Student Holidays

April 10:  Eid al Fitr Student Holiday

April 13:  Athletic Booster Flea Market, 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM, parking lot

April 16: PTSA Meeting, 7 pm in the Library

April 25: IB Exams Begin

April 27: Athletic Booster Flea Market, 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM, parking lot

May 11: Athletic Booster Flea Market, 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM, parking lot

May 18:  Senior Prom

May 27: Memorial Day Holiday

June 5:  Graduation, 7:30 PM, EagleBank Arena at GMU

June 12:  Last Day of School

The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

In this Issue:

1. Neurodiversity Affirmation Week
2. New Athletic Opportunities for Students
3. New Regulation on Meditation and Silent Reflection Spaces
4. Updated COVID Recommendations
5. Student Parking Issues
6. Reminders from the PTSA
7. FCPS News - In Case You Missed It
8. We Celebrate in March
9. Edison Athletic Boosters

Hello, Edison HS Community,

As we approach the end of another busy week, I want to connect with all of you, share some important updates, and extend my warmest wishes for the upcoming Spring Break.

• Spring Break Reminder: I hope you are as excited as I am about Spring Break. It's a well-deserved respite for our students, teachers, and staff, allowing everyone to recharge and spend quality time with family and friends. Let's all make the most of this break and return refreshed for the final leg of the academic year.
• School Office Closure: Please remember that the school offices will be closed during the break. This means any school-related queries or paperwork will need to wait until we return. I encourage you to plan accordingly and address any immediate needs you may have before the break starts.
• Student Holidays: This is a quick reminder that Monday and Tuesday following Spring Break are designated student holidays. Classes will resume on Wednesday, April 3, so please enjoy the extended break and return ready to dive back into your studies.
• Staff Appreciation Week: Looking ahead, the first week of May is Staff Appreciation Week. Our staff have been the backbone of our school's success, showing incredible dedication and making significant impacts on our students' lives. We are planning to celebrate them in a special way and would love for you to be a part of it. First, we are collecting positive impact wishes in our Thank a Staff Member.  Please take a few minutes and give some shout-outs to the staff member who has impacted your or your child’s time here at Edison.  We are collecting gift cards to distribute at various times throughout the week. If you wish to celebrate our staff and show your gratitude, please bring your gift cards to the main office upon our return.
• Fourth Quarter - The Final Stretch: When we return from break, we will be entering the 4th quarter - the final stretch of the academic year. It's a crucial time, and I encourage all students to stay focused, work hard, and finish strong. Let's make this last quarter the best one yet!
• April - Month of the Military Child April is designated as the Month of the Military Child, a time to recognize and honor the contributions and sacrifices of military families, specifically the resilience of our military-connected students. We will be celebrating during the week of April 15th with various activities planned to show our support and appreciation.

In closing, I wish each and every one of you a safe, enjoyable, and rejuvenating Spring Break. Take this time to relax, have fun, and make memories with your loved ones. We look forward to seeing you back after the break!

Amanda Burke
Principal

1. Neurodiversity Affirmation Week

This week, and for the first time, FCPS is celebrating Neurodiversity Affirmation Week. It's a time to recognize, appreciate, and honor the diverse neurological differences that exist among us, including those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other neurological variations. Our goal is to foster an inclusive environment that values all student’s unique learning styles and strengths, understanding that diversity is not just about the ways in which we differ, but also about embracing these differences to make our community stronger and more vibrant.

2. 🏐 New Athletic Opportunities for Students

The FCPS advertised budget for next school year expands high school athletics with boys volleyball and girls wrestling, giving students more ways to nurture their passion and enhance their well-being. FCPS is now in the middle of the annual budget process, which includes opportunities for you to give feedback. See the Budget Calendar for details. Learn more about the FCPS FY 2025 Advertised Budget.

3. New Regulation on Meditation and Silent Reflection Spaces

FCPS has developed Regulation 1502 to ensure all students and staff have reasonable accommodation and access to meditation and silent reflection spaces within the school division. The regulation provides guidance for schools on how to manage requests for silent reflection during instructional and non-instructional time, and for students to leave school for religious activities.

These spaces are for individuals to engage in prayer, meditation, or silent reflection, inclusive of their religious or non-religious beliefs. Parents/ caregivers must provide written permission for students requesting to miss instructional time on a regular basis.  View Regulation 1502. Visit FCPS' Guidelines for Religious Activities webpage for more information.

4. 🤧 Updated COVID Recommendations

In accordance with the updated Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) respiratory virus guidance, FCPS and the Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) have updated school COVID-19 recommendations.

The COVID-19 isolation period of five days is no longer recommended. 

New respiratory virus guidance applies to respiratory viral illnesses, including COVID-19, influenza, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Students who have symptoms of, test positive for, or have been diagnosed with a respiratory virus may return to school when the student is fever-free for 24 hours without fever reducing medication; AND the student’s symptoms have improved or resolved. 

Students should follow additional precautions as outlined per the CDC upon resumption of normal activities. 

Should I Send My Child to School?

Please refer to the chart on this attendance webpage if your child is experiencing symptoms or illnesses, and you are unsure if they should go to school. 

Thank you for helping keep our students and staff healthy.

5. IB Exam Testing Information

From April 25th to May 17th, Edison High School’s juniors and seniors enrolled in a culminating IB course will complete their IB exams. IB exam schedules will be sent to each student’s FCPSSCHOOLS.NET email addresses with the start times and locations of their exam. 

Students must arrive on time for their designated exam sessions as there are no makeups. Parents/Guardians can access the IB testing calendar at https://www.ibo.org/programmes/diploma-programme/assessment-and-exams/exam-schedule/. Please note that our exams will begin at 8:10 AM for morning sessions and noon for afternoon sessions. If a student has a question about their exam schedule for a specific course, they should contact their course teacher; if they have a question about examination procedures, they should contact Ms. Devers at [email protected].

If any parents, guardians, or alumni are interested in volunteering during IB exams, they should contact Ms. Devers at [email protected] to schedule a time slot. Assistance is most needed on May 9, 10 and 13. 

6. Student Parking Issues

As many parents and guardians are aware, FCPS requires a parking pass for students who drive to school. We are in the unfortunate position of not having enough spaces for cars driven by students; as a result, many students park in our surrounding neighborhoods. 

We receive calls daily from our neighbors who are unhappy that students park on their streets. This week, the Wellington Commons townhouse community (across Franconia Road) let us know that they will start having cars towed if they are illegally parked in their spaces. Many of their residents work from home; just because there is a spot open in the morning does not mean the owner of the parking spot is not returning. Please urge your student to respect the owner's right to their numbered spots and to find legal parking elsewhere.  

7. Reminders from the PTSA Place Your Mulch Order by March 30!

Pick up or delivery on Saturday April 6, 2024. Order now! Only $6 per bag!

There will be limited mulch available for purchase onsite, the day of the event.

If you pre-order mulch, it will be delivered or available for pick up depending on the option you selected.

Double Shredded Brown Hardwood Mulch - $6.00/bag (3 cu ft)

• Pick up or Delivery: Saturday, April 6, 2024
• 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

To order and pay by check:

• Fill out this form and mail order form and check to address at the bottom of the form. Link not working? Copy and paste into your browser: edisonangp.com/_files/ugd/3cccb2_2cd78be0bc284094917522b1eca22b79.pdf 
• Questions? Email Laura at [email protected]

Bidding is Live for the PTSA Auction Fundraiser!

What a GREAT start to the week!! The first days of our online auction have been a huge success. The bidding on the Graduation Reserved Premium Seating and the Therapeutic Massage is really heating up! We may have added a few more items, so be sure to check here Auction to see what those are!

8. FCPS News - In Case You Missed It

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• Updated COVID Recommendations
• April Webinars and Events for Families
• Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, please sign up today. 

• National Women's History Month
• Equity in Education Month
• School Library Month
• End of 3rd Quarter
• Spring Break
• Eid al-Fitr

10. Edison Athletic Boosters Building A Legacy, One Brick at a Time

Consider making your Student-Athlete, Senior, or loved one's legacy permanent at Edison High School by purchasing a brick to be placed at Luther W. Fennell Field (located within Edison Stadium). These bricks can be purchased for $40 each and can include up to four lines of personalized text, as well as an icon. Please note that orders placed now will be installed in June 2024. If you have any questions, please email us at: [email protected]  

Click the link to purchase a brick: Brick

Useful Links

• Edison High School Website: https://edisonhs.fcps.edu/
• New to Edison? Start Here:  New Student to Edison | Thomas A. Edison High School (fcps.edu)
• Required Forms:  Yearly Forms
• For Parents:  Parent Checklist
• For Students:  Updates for Students
• Student Information System (SIS) and Parent Vue: Enables you to access information about student attendance, class performance, course materials, and more:  SIS/Parent Vue
• School Payments via My School Bucks:  My School Bucks
• Transcript Requests: This link connects you to the transcript request form for Edison High School and is for current students and recent graduates (2018 and after): EHS Transcript Request Form
• Former student records from more than five years ago can be requested via this site:  Verification of Graduation, Records, Transcripts

5801 Franconia Road, Alexandria, VA 22310 | Main Office: 703-924-8000
Attendance: 703-924-8080 or [email protected] | Web | Twitter

 

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

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Teacher Appreciation Events

Spring is in the air and that's a great time to show our staff how much we care! Our Teacher/Staff Appreciation Committee has wonderful events planned for the next three months. Want to help? The link to donate is: Staff Appreciation

Food Pantry

Due to our very generous Edison High School families, the PTSA Food Pantry was able to raise $2,250.00 for spring break food gift cards for Edison families in need.

The generosity of our Edison families enabled the PTSA to double the original amount of the ALDI food gift cards from $50.00 to $100.00 for 23 Edison families in need. 

Thank you!

Edison High School PTSA

Bidding is Live for our Auction Fundraiser!

Our Sports/Activities themed auction fundraiser is officially live! Time to bid!! Not only can you bid on some great prizes, but you’ll help us with our programing goals, which include awarding four $1,000 Senior scholarships! 

What a GREAT start to the week!! The first days of our online auction have been a huge success. The bidding on the Graduation Reserved Premium Seating and the Therapeutic Massage is really heating up! We may have added a few more items, so be sure to check here Auction to see what those are!

Thank you to our sponsors: the Edison HS admin team,  the Edison HS Athletic Boosters, Maisi Julian Photography, the Williams family (for three donations!!), Natalie Dicks Photography, the Bujoreanu family, SGJ photos, and Alexandria Myotherapy, Inc. 

Senior EHS PTSA Scholarships

We are excited to announce that we have increased our EHS PTSA scholarship amounts from $500 each to $1,000 each. We will award four. The link for google form/application below.  As always, if you find the link does not take you to the form, please copy and paste the address into your browser.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1aeNLtAtWtB-aHwIzMG_fEVbfVNnB2r22S9nWtqtHs7U/viewform?edit_requested=true.

As a PTSA member, you can also apply for Fairfax County PTA scholarships.  Their link is: FCCPTA Scholarships.

Nominating Committee

The PTSA needs three volunteers to help with the nominating committee for the PTSA Executive Board for the school year 24 - 25. If you're interested in volunteering please contact [email protected].

Place Your Mulch Order by March 30!

Pick up or delivery on Saturday April 6, 2024. Order now! Only $6 per bag!

There will be limited mulch available for purchase onsite, the day of the event.

If you pre-order mulch, it will be delivered or available for pick up depending on the option you selected.

Double Shredded Brown Hardwood Mulch - $6.00/bag (3 cu ft)

• Pick up or Delivery: Saturday, April 6, 2024
• 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Delivery available for orders of 20+ bags within the Edison boundaries:

• 20-29 bags - $20 delivery fee;
• 30-39 bags - $25 delivery fee;
• 40-49 bags - $30 delivery fee;
• 50-59 bags - $35 delivery fee;
• 60+bags - $40 delivery fee

To order and pay by check:

Fill out this form and mail order form and check to address at the bottom of the form. Link not working? Copy and paste into your browser: www.edisonangp.com/_files/ugd/3cccb2_2cd78be0bc284094917522b1eca22b79.pdf 

Questions? Email Laura at [email protected] 

Class of 2024 All Night Grad Party Registration now open! Tickets are $60 through April 14.

Buy tickets here - please copy and paste into your browser:    https://www.edisonangp.com/register-for-angp. Your student may also pick up paper applications outside of the Student Activities office. 

Note: All students eligible for free and reduced lunch can register online for a reduced fee.

La información sobre All Night Grad Party también está disponible en español en nuestro sitio web Edison ANGP (Copiar y pegar para abrir).

Questions? Email Lisa at [email protected]. 

Please follow us on Facebook @ Thomas Edison High School PTSA and Instagram @edisoneaglesptsa

Thank you for your support to the PTSA!

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Bidding is Live for our Auction Fundraiser!

Our Sports/Activities themed auction fundraiser is officially live! Time to bid!! Not only can you bid on some great prizes, but you’ll help us with our programing goals, which include awarding four $1,000 Senior scholarships!  Click https://app.memberhub.gives/edisonauction to start bidding!

Our fundraiser is open to anyone who would like to participate. Share our fundraiser page link with all your friends and family!  You can share via text, email or on socials. There are so many amazing items, ranging from going to a Wizard's game to a therapeutic massage to reserved seating at this year's Class of '24 graduation ceremony, just to name a few!

This auction is all about supporting our students. Your participation is greatly appreciated.

Let’s Go!

Sharon Riley, Edison HS PTSA President

[email protected]

PTSA Meeting Tonight!

The Edison High School PTSA Hybrid General Membership Meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 7pm via zoom and in the Edison HS library.

To join by Zoom: 

Meeting ID – 852 6836 9537

Passcode – 242140

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85268369537?pwd=jbSbCJJ8KhPvIRLPjfpOlVsSMEEYJh.1

Hope to see you there!

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Important Dates

Edison School Wide Calendar

March 22:  End of Third Quarter (no early release)

March 25-29:  Spring Break; building closed

April 1-2: Student Holidays

April 16: PTSA Meeting 7 pm in the Library

May 18:  Senior Prom

May 27: Memorial Day Holiday

June 5:  Graduation, 7:30 PM, EagleBank Arena at GMU

June 12:  Last Day of School

The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

In this Issue:

1. Orchestra Assessment Results
2. Chorus Assessment Results
3. Family Engagement Survey
4. Join a Conversation about Fentanyl
5. Learn About Pathways and Opportunities at Virtual Military Night
6. Parent University: Mental Health Awareness
7. Measles is Preventable
8. Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow
9. Purple Up! to Support Military Families
10. In Case You Missed It
11. March Celebrations
12. PTSA - Senior Yard Signs
13. Athletic Boosters

A Message From Mrs. Burke

Happy Friday, Edison HS Community!

As we head into another weekend, I wanted to take a moment to touch on a few things:

Spring Break on the Horizon:

With spring break just around the corner, I know everyone is excited for some well-deserved time off. Just a friendly reminder to use this break to recharge and relax.  Our offices will be closed during spring break so that our staff can also recharge!

Staying Safe on Campus:

Help us by reminding your student that they are not allowed to leave school grounds without permission during the school day. For their safety and security, it's important to check in and out with the office if they need to leave for any reason.

Spring Sports Take Off:

Get ready for the sound of cheers! Spring sports are officially underway! Let's show our support for all our student-athletes – their dedication and hard work are truly inspiring.

Performing Arts Soaring to High Ratings:

Our students participated in assessments and came out with Excellent through Superior ratings.  We are proud of their hard work and our performing arts teachers for all of their time in getting them ready!

MYP Project Presentations:

We were excited to celebrate the culmination of our MYP students' hard work with their project presentations on Thursday. These presentations showcase their research, creativity, and critical thinking skills.  Thank you to all our teachers who helped support the students journey through these projects!

Science Fair Spotlight:

Our regional science fair is this Sunday at 3 pm at Robinson Secondary! Edison HS has some amazing student projects represented, and we wish our young scientists luck at the competition.

Family Engagement and Principal Feedback:

Finally, two important reminders:

• We're still collecting responses for the family engagement survey. Your feedback is crucial in helping us continue to build a strong partnership between school and home. Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts if you haven't already. Family Engagement Survey webpage.
• As I complete my first year as principal, I'm also interested in your feedback. A survey will be emailed from FCPS surveys to our Edison HS families, and you can share your thoughts on my leadership and how we can continue improving Edison HS for everyone. This questionnaire is part of the VDOE-mandated Performance Evaluation Program for principals and offers parents/guardians an opportunity to provide anonymous input about various topics related to our school. Your voice matters!

Here's to a fantastic weekend and a successful start to spring!

Amanda Burke
Principal

Representative Don Beyer, the Edison area Member of Congress, came in to share his views on leadership with our students.

1. Orchestra Assessment Results

Edison Orchestras had a wonderful showing of performances at Assessment! We received very helpful feedback from the judges. Chamber Orchestra received a grade of 1 - Superior and Symphonic and Concert Orchestras both received a grade of 2 - Excellent. All of the judges commented on how passionatately our students perform. One judge told Edison director Mr. Jeerakul, "I hope you recognize and appreciate what an exceptional group you are a part of." 

Please enjoy the recordings from Assessment: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8QINud014-08xtVBcfFn0Wot534lD-nS

2. Chorus Assessment Results

Our Chorus students also had a wonderful showing of performances this week. Congratulations to our students and their director, Mr. Lackie:

Combined Choirs - Superior Overall

• Performance - Superior
• Sight Reading - Superior

Beginning Choir - Excellent Overall

• Performance - Excellent
• Sight Reading - Superior

Advanced Mixed Choir - Superior Overall

• Performance - Superior
• Sight Reading - Superior

Advanced Treble Choir - Superior Overall

• Performance - Superior
• Sight Reading - Superior

We appreciate our custodians! Thank you Leadership Class for hosting lunch! 3. ✅ Take the Family Engagement Survey Today!

If you haven’t already, please take FCPS’ Family Engagement Survey today! Survey results will help us to better recognize, understand, respect, and address family strengths and needs in our school community. Survey topics include:

• Welcoming environment
• Communication
• Student success
• Advocacy 
• Family and school partnerships
• Community partnerships

The survey is available in 10 languages. Please check your email for a message from FCPS partner, K12 Insight, with a link to the survey or access the survey now. Your voice matters!

4. Join a Conversation on Fentanyl and Other Drugs

A community conversation on the opioid crisis in Northern Virginia will be held Monday, March 18, 6:30-8 p.m., in the auditorium at Lake Braddock Secondary School. (Please enter through Door #14). Attendees will receive free REVIVE! Narcan training during the event and learn about support services within FCPS and Fairfax County.   

This discussion will provide families, staff, and students with valuable knowledge about the dangers of drugs and deadly fentanyl. The material discussed will be suitable for students in grade 6 and higher. Language interpretation will be available as well as American Sign Language accommodation. Childcare and transportation will also be provided, as needed. 

Learn more about the event and register online.

4. MYP Personal Project Showcase

Eighty of our 10th grade students presented their personal projects yesterday.  The students demonstrated an impressive depth of reflection, and we saw an incredible increase in their engagement with the whole process.  Students were reflective and vulnerable, sharing what skills they had improved throughout.  They truly exemplified the IB Learner profile. See photo above and below!

5. Learn About Pathways and Opportunities at Virtual Military Night

FCPS School Counseling Services is hosting a Virtual Military Night on Wednesday, March 20, 6-8 p.m. This event is designed for high school students and their families who are interested in learning more about the military pathways and opportunities. Enlistment, service academies, and ROTC pathways will be represented. 

6. Parent University:  Mental Health Awareness

Dear Parents, Guardians, and Students,

We are delighted to invite you to an important information session on mental health awareness, focusing on depression and anxiety, hosted by Edison High School. This session aims to provide strategies for navigating the mental health challenges within our community. 

• Date: March 21, 2024
• Time: 6:00 - 7:00 PM
• Location: Edison High School Lecture Hall

During the session, our dedicated staff will offer comprehensive presentations on identifying signs, understanding symptoms, and accessing available resources for support. Furthermore, we are thrilled to facilitate a student panel discussion. Our students will share their perspectives on what parents need to know about mental health and provide suggestions on fostering open dialogues within families.

This event promises to be an enriching experience, offering valuable information and fostering constructive conversations about mental health within our community. We encourage all parents, guardians, and students to attend and participate actively.

The session will conclude with a question and answer segment, providing an opportunity for further clarification and engagement.

Your presence and participation are highly valued as we work together to promote mental health awareness and support within our school community. Together, we can create a safe and supportive environment for all.

We look forward to seeing you at the Mental Health Awareness Information Session on March 21st.

7. 🩹 Measles Is Preventable

Measles is making headlines as the number of cases nationwide has topped 40, with three confirmed cases in people living in or traveling through the National Capital Region. 

The good news is that measles is preventable through vaccination! Vaccines help teach the immune system how to defend against germs, helping to build up natural defenses. Give your child the best protection against measles with two doses of the Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) vaccine. Visit the Fairfax County Health Department website to find out more about measles.

Extended Hours at Immunization Clinics

To help parents/caregivers obtain vaccinations for their children, the Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) will offer immunization clinics with extended hours:

• Thursday, March 21, 4:30-7:30 p.m., Joseph Willard Health Center.Walk-ins are accepted until 7 p.m.
• Friday, March 22, 1-5:30 p.m., Annandale District Office. Walk-ins are accepted until 5 p.m.

Parents/caregivers should make an appointment but a limited number of walk-ins will be accepted. Please call 703-246-7100 to schedule an appointment.

Learn more about vaccinating your child and find community resources to support their health and well-being. 

Note: All students enrolling in public and private schools in Virginia are required to be adequately immunized per the Code of Virginia.

8. Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

This year, spring break is March 25-29. We will be eager to welcome your children back to school on Wednesday, April 3, after two teacher work days. Student attendance is very important. Every day, our teachers will be teaching, and students will be learning. Studies have shown that just two absences per month can cause students to fall behind. Let’s finish this school year strong. Visit FCPS’ website for attendance resources. 

9. 💜 Purple Up! on April 17 to Support Military Families

Join our community and turn FCPS purple on Purple Up! Day, Wednesday, April 17. Wear purple in recognition of FCPS’ 14,000 enrolled military-connected students. 

Purple Up! T-shirts are available for purchase through Friday, March 8. 

10. FCPS News - In Case You Missed It

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• Take the Family Engagement Survey! 
• Fairfax County’s Funding of the FCPS Budget
• Literacy Development for Multilingual Learners

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, please sign up today. 

• National Women's History Month
• Equity in Education Month
• National Nutrition Month
• End of 3rd Quarter
• Spring Break
• Eid al-Fitr

12. It's That Time of Year Again...

Honor your senior with a yard sign, available at the low cost of $20.00. You can use the QR code below or copy and paste into your browser the following addresses:  https://bit.ly/24signs or https://app.memberhub.gives/2024-senior-yard-signs.  Questions? Email [email protected]!

13. Edison Athletics Booster Club Useful Links

• Edison High School Website: https://edisonhs.fcps.edu/
• New to Edison? Start Here:  New Student to Edison | Thomas A. Edison High School (fcps.edu)
• Required Forms:  Yearly Forms
• For Parents:  Parent Checklist
• For Students:  Updates for Students
• Student Information System (SIS) and Parent Vue: Enables you to access information about student attendance, class performance, course materials, and more:  SIS/Parent Vue
• School Payments via My School Bucks:  My School Bucks
• Transcript Requests: This link connects you to the transcript request form for Edison High School and is for current students and recent graduates (2018 and after): EHS Transcript Request Form
• Former student records from more than five years ago can be requested via this site:  Verification of Graduation, Records, Transcripts

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Teacher Appreciation Events

Spring is in the air and that's a great time to show our staff how much we care! Our Teacher/Staff Appreciation Committee has wonderful events planned for the next three months. Want to help? The link to donate is: https://app.memberhub.gives/teacher-staff-appreciation/Campaign/Details

The PTSA will be hosting several online auctions via Givebacks (formerly memberhub) to raise money for senior scholarships, Teacher Appreciation, and other PTSA programs. The first auction will be a Sports/Activities theme and will begin Friday, March 15th at 5:00 p.m. The auction will end Sunda,y March 17th at 5:00 p.m. We will send out a link in the Friday EHS News You Choose.

If you have any items you would like to donate or have any questions, please contact Maisi Julian at [email protected] or Sharon Riley at [email protected]. Some items that have been donated include a ticket to a Washington Wizards game, a Capitals jersey, a photography session, a massage session and more. Is there a chance you have a pair of Nationals, Wizards or Capitals tickets you'd be willing to donate?

This is a great way to give back to the school and also a great way to promote your business, if you own a small business. Thank you for your support for our Edison Community. 

It's That Time of Year Again...

Yard Signs are $20 each and can be purchased at: https://app.memberhub.gives/2024-senior-yard-signs/Campaign/Details. We only ordered 175, so be sure to get your order in!

Senior EHS PTSA Scholarships

We are excited to announce that we have increased our EHS PTSA scholarship amounts from $500 each to $1,000 each. We will award four. The link for google form/application below.  As always, if you find the link does not take you to the form, please copy and paste the address into your browser.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1aeNLtAtWtB-aHwIzMG_fEVbfVNnB2r22S9nWtqtHs7U/viewform?edit_requested=true.

As a PTSA member, you can also apply for Fairfax County PTA scholarships.  Their link is: https://www.fccpta.org/scholarships.

 

EHS PTSA Dues Changes

At our February PTSA meeting, we announced that we will be voting on dues changes. The 30-day notice, required by our by-laws, will be met by the meeting on March 19. Please make plans to attend, either in person or online, to have a voice in this important issue. For years the Edison family PTSA membership has been $25. We are hoping to change the dues structure so that we are able to keep more of dues proceeds within our local PTSA which will benefit more of our programs. Zoom link for the meeting will be posted to our website https://edisonhsptsa.org

Membership Drive Continues

The Edison PTSA membership drive has historically been our biggest fundraiser of the year.

Please consider adding a donation to the PTSA at the link below.  Remember, the Edison PTSA is a registered non-profit and your donation is considered tax deductible. 

Please copy and paste into your browser:  https://app.memberhub.gives/membership-drive/Campaign/Details

ANGP Fundraiser Mulch Sale now open! 

Pick up or delivery on Saturday April 6, 2024. Order now! Only $6 per bag!

There will be limited mulch available for purchase onsite, the day of the event.

If you pre-order mulch, it will be delivered or available for pick up depending on the option you selected.

Double Shredded Brown Hardwood Mulch - $6.00/bag (3 cu ft)

• Pick up or Delivery: Saturday, April 6, 2024
• 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Delivery available for orders of 20+ bags within the Edison boundaries:

• 20-29 bags - $20 delivery fee;
• 30-39 bags - $25 delivery fee;
• 40-49 bags - $30 delivery fee;
• 50-59 bags - $35 delivery fee;
• 60+bags - $40 delivery fee

To order and pay by check:

Fill out this form and mail order form and check to address at the bottom of the form. Link not working? Copy and paste into your browser: www.edisonangp.com/_files/ugd/3cccb2_2cd78be0bc284094917522b1eca22b79.pdf 

Questions? Email Laura at [email protected] 

Class of 2024 All Night Grad Party Registration now open! Tickets are $60 through April 14.

Buy tickets here - please copy and paste into your browser:    https://www.edisonangp.com/register-for-angp. Your student may also pick up paper applications outside of the Student Activities office. 

Note: All students eligible for free and reduced lunch can register online for a reduced fee.

La información sobre All Night Grad Party también está disponible en español en nuestro sitio web www.edisonangp.com (Copiar y pegar para abrir).

Questions? Email Lisa at [email protected]. 

Please follow us on Facebook @ Thomas Edison High School PTSA and Instagram @edisoneaglesptsa

Thank you for your support to the PTSA!

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Important Dates

Edison School Wide Calendar

March 10:  Daylight Savings Time Begins - Spring Forward!

March 11:  First Full Day of Ramadan

March 14: IB/MYP Personal Project Showcase

March 22:  End of Third Quarter (no early release)

March 25-29:  Spring Break

April 1-2: Student Holidays

May 18:  Senior Prom

May 27: Memorial Day Holiday

June 5:  Graduation, 7:30 PM, EagleBank Arena at GMU

June 12:  Last Day of School

The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

In this Issue:

1. Spring Forward
2. DECA State Leadership Conference
3. National Athletic Training Month
4. Ramadan
5. Family Engagement Survey
6. IB MYP Personal Project Showcase
7. Learn About Pathways and Opportunities at Virtual Military Night
8. Parent University: Mental Health Awareness
9. Purple Up! to Support Military Families
10. In Case You Missed It
11. March Celebrations
12. PTSA - Senior Yard Signs
13. Athletic Boosters

1. Spring Forward This Weekend

On Sunday, March 10, we "Spring Forward" for Daylight Savings Time!  Don't forget to reset your clocks!  Daylight Savings Time starts at 2:00 am on Sunday morning.

International Night was a huge success! 2. DECA State Leadership Conference 

Edison DECA had 15 students compete in the highly competitive VA state leadership conference this past weekend.  Students had an amazing experience!

DECA's role-plays and case studies are developed through industry research to reflect current issues and trends in business and industry. The role-play and case study scenarios are connected to performance indicators – key concepts from national curriculum standards that students should learn during the school year. 

Congratulations to the following students:

1st Place Winner - ICDC Qualifiers (Nationals) – Ariana Ettedgui/Samantha Sanchez – Sports Entertainment Team Decision Making

Top 8 – ICDC Qualifiers (Nationals) – Bushra Norozi/Kadijah Mansaray – Buying/Merchandising Team Decision Making

Top 10 – Test Score – Jennifer Contreras – Principles of Marketing

Top 10 – Role Play – Leah Horsey/Paris Roberts – Buying/Merchandising Team Decision Making

3. National Athletic Training Month

March is National Athletic Training Month. This short video provides an inside look at some of the daily tasks that our fantastic trainers, Tom Milosavich and Liz Snyder, are responsible for. They do their best to go above and beyond for the care of our students, and we appreciate them!

https://youtu.be/7HklnNHH8hA

4. Ramadan Begins Next Week

This year, the first full day of Ramadan is Monday, March 11. In Islam, Ramadan is the most sacred month of the year. During Ramadan, Muslims abstain from food and drink from dawn to sunset each day while striving to increase their spirituality, through prayers, charity, and good deeds. Read more about Ramadan in National Geographic Kids.

March 11 is a religious and cultural observance day. The school calendar recognizes many religious and cultural observances during the school year. There is school on observance days, however, tests, quizzes, field trips, graduation, homecoming, or FCPS-scheduled athletic events will not be scheduled. See the school year calendar.

5. ✅ Take the Family Engagement Survey!

FCPS’ Family Engagement Survey is now open. Survey partner K12 Insight emailed a link to families on March 3 and again on March 6. Please participate! Your feedback is critical in helping to inform and improve FCPS practices to best support our students.

The survey is available in 10 languages. Parents/caregivers may stop by the front office to fill out a paper survey or complete the survey online. Please check your email for the survey invitation or use this survey link. Get more information on the Family Engagement Survey webpage. 

6. Please join the Class of 2026 as they present their IB MYP Personal Project Showcase  

The IB MYP Personal Project is a student designed research project in which students undertake mastering a skill or project they want to improve on.   Students in English 10 have been working on their IB MYP Personal Project for the past several weeks, creating project and learning goals, researching, and mastering new skills.  Now, they are ready to showcase their incredible learning with the community.  Please join us for an open house in the library on Thursday, March 14, 2024 from 3-4pm.

7. Learn About Pathways and Opportunities at Virtual Military Night

FCPS School Counseling Services is hosting a Virtual Military Night on Wednesday, March 20, 6-8 p.m. This event is designed for high school students and their families who are interested in learning more about the military pathways and opportunities. Enlistment, service academies, and ROTC pathways will be represented. 

8. Parent University:  Mental Health Awareness

Dear Parents, Guardians, and Students,

We are delighted to invite you to an important information session on mental health awareness, focusing on depression and anxiety, hosted by Edison High School. This session aims to provide strategies for navigating the mental health challenges within our community. 

• Date: March 21, 2024
• Time: 6:00 - 7:00 PM
• Location: Edison High School Lecture Hall

During the session, our dedicated staff will offer comprehensive presentations on identifying signs, understanding symptoms, and accessing available resources for support. Furthermore, we are thrilled to facilitate a student panel discussion. Our students will share their perspectives on what parents need to know about mental health and provide suggestions on fostering open dialogues within families.

This event promises to be an enriching experience, offering valuable information and fostering constructive conversations about mental health within our community. We encourage all parents, guardians, and students to attend and participate actively.

The session will conclude with a question and answer segment, providing an opportunity for further clarification and engagement.

Your presence and participation are highly valued as we work together to promote mental health awareness and support within our school community. Together, we can create a safe and supportive environment for all.

We look forward to seeing you at the Mental Health Awareness Information Session on March 21st.

9. Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

This year, spring break is March 25-29. We will be eager to welcome your children back to school on Wednesday, April 3, after two teacher work days. Student attendance is very important. Every day, our teachers will be teaching, and students will be learning. Studies have shown that just two absences per month can cause students to fall behind. Let’s finish this school year strong. Visit FCPS’ website for attendance resources. 

10. 💜 Purple Up! on April 17 to Support Military Families

Join our community and turn FCPS purple on Purple Up! Day, Wednesday, April 17. Wear purple in recognition of FCPS’ 14,000 enrolled military-connected students. 

Purple Up! T-shirts are available for purchase through Friday, March 8. 

11. FCPS News - In Case You Missed It

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• Take the Family Engagement Survey! 
• New Regulation on Meditation and Reflection Spaces
• Solar Eclipse Resource

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, please sign up today. 

• National School Social Work Week, March 3 - 9
• National Women's History Month
• National Athletic Training Month
• Equity in Education Month
• Disability Awareness Month
• Celebrating Arts in our Schools
• National Nutrition Month
• Ramadan
• Daylight Saving Time

12. It's That Time of Year Again...

Honor your senior with a yard sign, available at the low cost of $20.00. You can use the QR code below or copy and paste into your browser the following addresses:  https://bit.ly/24signs or https://app.memberhub.gives/2024-senior-yard-signs.  Questions? Email [email protected]!

13. Edison Athletics Booster Club

We are offering six scholarships to graduating Edison High School seniors that have participated in varsity Edison Athletics as a player. Applicants will be judged on athletic accomplishments, community service, coach’s recommendation, and written essay. Financial need is not a determining factor. Each scholarship award will be in the amount of $500. Scholarships (checks) will be made payable and sent directly to the recipient’s college or technical/vocational school.

Building A Legacy, One Brick at a Time

Consider making your Student-Athlete, Senior, or loved one's legacy permanent at Edison High School by purchasing a brick to be placed at Luther W. Fennell Field (located within Edison Stadium). These bricks can be purchased for $40 each and can include up to four lines of personalized text, as well as an icon. Please note that orders placed now will be installed in June 2024. If you have any questions, please email us at: [email protected]  

Click the link to purchase a brick: Brick

Useful Links

• Edison High School Website: https://edisonhs.fcps.edu/
• New to Edison? Start Here:  New Student to Edison | Thomas A. Edison High School (fcps.edu)
• Required Forms:  Yearly Forms
• For Parents:  Parent Checklist
• For Students:  Updates for Students
• Student Information System (SIS) and Parent Vue: Enables you to access information about student attendance, class performance, course materials, and more:  SIS/Parent Vue
• School Payments via My School Bucks:  My School Bucks
• Transcript Requests: This link connects you to the transcript request form for Edison High School and is for current students and recent graduates (2018 and after): EHS Transcript Request Form
• Former student records from more than five years ago can be requested via this site:  Verification of Graduation, Records, Transcripts

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