EHS Summer Edition - August 9, 2024
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Important DatesAugust 15 - New Student Orientation, 8:15 am - 11:30 am
August 15 - Upperclass Open House, 11am - 12:30pm
August 15 - New Parent Orientation, 6:30-7:30pm
August 19: First Day of School!
August 30 - School Closed for Labor Day
Sept 2 - School Closed for Labor Day
Sept 3 - Back to School Night
Sept 13 - Underclassmen Photos
Sept 16 - Underclassmen Photos
Oct 18 - Homecoming Game
Oct 19 - Homecoming Dance
Oct 31 - End of the 1st Quarter
9th grade students attending Jump Start this week!
Table of Contents- Message from Principal Burke
- New Student Orientation
- New and 9th Grade Parent Orientation
- Student Schedules
- Attendance- Report Full-Day Absences In ParentVUE
- Band News
- Back to School Information
- School Forms
- Workshops for Families - Free!
- FCPS News
- Varsity Tutors
- Useful Links
Dear Edison High School Community,
We are excited for the new school year! We've had a fantastic start to sports tryouts this week—our student-athletes are already showing incredible dedication and teamwork.
Band camp and choir camp are also off to an amazing start. I had the pleasure of hearing our choir camp students perform in the front lobby for the staff today, and I was impressed by what they’ve accomplished in just one week. I can't wait for their concert—it’s sure to be a highlight!
On Thursday, we had the joy of welcoming our new teachers to Edison, and we’re thrilled to have them join our community. Next week, all of our teachers will return as we prepare for the upcoming school year. There’s a lot of excitement in the air as we gear up for a successful year ahead.
We’re also looking forward to welcoming our new students on Thursday from 8:15-11:30 AM. Buses will pick up students at our local elementary schools for this orientation event. Following that, our upperclassmen are invited to an open house from 11:00 AM-12:30 PM, where they can walk through their schedules, meet their teachers, and ask any questions they may have. Please note that transportation will not be provided for the open house.
We’re excited to see our new student parents at orientation on Thursday evening at 6:30 PM in the auditorium. It’s a great opportunity to learn more about what to expect in the coming year and how to support your child’s success at Edison.
With just one week to go before we’re all back at school, the excitement is building! We can’t wait to see all of our students and kick off another amazing year at Edison High School.
Amanda Burke
Principal
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Class of 2025 Graduation Save the Date June 3, 2025 2:00 PM
Congratulations to the Class of 2025!
Your hard work has paid off, and the world is yours to conquer.
Edison Eagles New Student Orientation August 15, 2024 8:15 am - 11:30 am
Buses from feeder ES
Parents of our 9th graders and students new to Edison are invited to join us for a parent orientation on Thursday, August 15 at 6:30 p.m. in the Edison auditorium. The evening will feature topics such as understanding your student’s schedule, the International Baccalaureate Program, student activities and athletics, and parent involvement. We look forward to seeing you!
Open House 10th - 12th Grade10th -12th Grade Open House Thursday, August 15th 11:00 - 12:30
- Opportunity to walk your schedule and meet our teachers
- Ask questions about the upcoming school year
- Transportation is not provided
Beginning Thursday, August 15th at 6:00a.m. all students and parents will have access to class schedules in SIS StudentVUE and ParentVUE. SIS (Student Information System) is the application to see/submit attendance, class performance, and demographic data.
Our new teachers meeting and getting ready for the new school year!
Attendance- Report Full-Day Absences In ParentVUENew Feature in ParentVUE: Report Full-Day Absences
Starting on the first day of school, Monday, August 19, parents/caregivers can submit full-day absences through FCPS’ SIS ParentVUE platform. This will make reporting and tracking absences easier for our school.
Parents/caregivers may report absences by using ParentVUE or by contacting the front office. Please find important details below:
- How to Use ParentVUE: Log in to your ParentVUE account and select “Report Absence.”
- More Ways to Report: Use our attendance phone line 703-924-8080 and/or email [email protected] for absences longer than two days, late arrivals, and early dismissals.
- Where to Get Help: Visit FCPS’ Attendance Reporting webpage for step-by-step instructions.
If you need to set up a ParentVUE account or have questions, please contact our student services office at 703-924-8022. They will provide you with an “activation key” and instructions to create a ParentVUE account. We are excited to see your student on August 19!
Band News Edison Band Parent Organization News:Join Us for our EBPO August meeting TUESDAY, AUG. 13th at 7:30pm at Edison, Door 15. Check us out! Marching Eagle (informal) performance following our meeting! More Band updates:
https://mailchi.mp/edisonband/updateaug8
Edison Chorus students practicing during chorus camp.
Back to School Information We’re Eager to Welcome You Back-to School!As summer winds down, our school and staff are looking forward to welcoming students back to our classrooms. Before the first day of school, make sure you have completed the following:
Sign Up for SIS ParentVUEAccess your student’s attendance records, grades, and assignments at any time with SIS ParentVUE. Parents/caregivers should receive an activation code when they register their child. Contact the student services at 703-924-8022, if you need a code.
Once you have activated a SIS ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same SIS ParentVUE account. Access SIS ParentVUE using an app on your iPhone, iPad, or Android devices.
Need help creating an account? This video walks through the steps. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE.
Update Your Contact InformationTo be sure you receive important information from us, update your phone numbers and/or email addresses in the Parent/Guardian section of SIS ParentVUE.
Update Immunizations and RecordsImmunizations are required for all students to attend school in Virginia. This is an important part of protecting them from certain diseases and keeping them healthy. Please log in to SIS ParentVUE to see what immunizations your child has recorded.
Please check with your healthcare provider to make sure your child is up-to-date on the immunizations required by the state of Virginia as soon as possible. If your child needs a vaccine, please make an appointment with your healthcare provider, visit the Fairfax County Health Department website for a list of child immunization clinics, or access other local services.
Remember to request your child’s immunization record and bring that to the school’s front office or submit the record via SIS ParentVUE as soon as possible. Find more information on FCPS’ website.
Prepare for Meals at SchoolParents/caregivers need to provide their students with money to purchase meals at school, send them with a packed lunch, or apply (and be approved) for free and reduced-price meals benefits. School breakfast for students costs $1.75. Lunch is $3.25 for elementary students and $3.50 for middle, secondary, and high school students.
The best way to purchase meals and additional food items is to use MySchoolBucks. If you have not already, set up your student’s MySchoolBucks account today.
MySchoolBucks accounts can be set up to add money to the account automatically as needed, and families with multiple children can use the same MySchoolBucks account.
Apply for Free and Reduced-Priced MealsThe application for free and reduced-priced meals is now available for the 2024-25 school year. Students who were approved for free and reduced-price lunch last year are eligible for the first 30 days of school this year (or until a new application is processed). Families should re-apply as soon as possible, so eligible students continue to receive meals at no cost.
9th grade Jumpstart students getting familiar with our classrooms!
School Forms New Epinephrine Authorization FormThe Asthma Authorization form SS/SE-65 and Epinephrine Authorization SS/SE-64 forms were recently updated for the 2024-2025 school year. Please use these new forms. Note: If you already have your completed forms for the upcoming school year using the old forms, they will be accepted.
Dietary Accommodations FormStarting School Year 2024-2025, the Office of Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) is implementing a standardized process for dietary accommodations to ensure the provision of safe and healthy food for our students. This form only needs to be filled out once while your student is enrolled at FCPS.
Please keep in mind the following information while reviewing the steps below:
- FCPS does not provide meals containing pork.
- We offer vegetarian and vegan options for lunch at every school, every day. If your student needs pork-free or vegetarian meals (which do not contain meat, poultry, or fish but may contain dairy and/or eggs), you do not need to fill out a Dietary Accommodation form, as we have those options available at all schools.
- The form must be completed and submitted via email to [email protected] and the Registered Dietitians will reach out to the parent.
Please note that while FCPS is not a peanut-free kitchen, our peanut butter products are individually wrapped to prevent cross-contamination.
Student Consent FormsStarting August 1, 2024, student consent forms currently on ParentVUE will be moved to the Parent Digital Consent System (PDC).
Families can log in to the PDC using their ParentVUE credentials to complete consent forms assigned to their child. School staff will have access to view consent status and edit consent with permission from the family.
Forms available in the PDC starting in the 2024-2025 school year include:
- School Counseling Opt-Out
- Digital Resources Consent
- SEL Screener Opt-Out
- Consent for Release of Student Records in Support of Postsecondary Applications
- Denial of Access to Military Recruiters
- Family Life Education Opt-Out
- SOL Retest Permission
- Hazel Health
- BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) Opt-Out
- SOS Screener Opt-Out
- Objection to Release of Information to Outside Organizations
- Objection to Release of Directory Information to the Public
As FCPS updates the PDC, more district-wide forms will be added.
https://www.fcps.edu/family-resources/technology/digital-resources/consent
9th grade Jumpstart team building games!
Workshops for Families - Free! Webinars for FamiliesParents and caregivers can access free webinars, confidential consultations, a lending library, and resources to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities. Learn more about the Family Resource Center (FRC).
In September, the FRC will host webinars for families on supporting siblings of children with disabilities, helping students organize their school work, working with children who like to push boundaries, and teen development and well-being. Sign up for the FRC newsletter for their latest offerings or visit their webinar website.
FCPS NewsIn case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Prepare for the First Day of School
- FCPS.edu Has a New Look
- Free Resources and Workshops for Families
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Varsity Tutors📑 Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost
FCPS is partnering with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors’ services at no cost, including weekly live online classes, on-demand 24/7 chat tutoring, essay editing, and study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests. Learn more about online tutoring with Varsity Tutors.
Useful Links- Edison High School Website: https://edisonhs.fcps.edu/
- Student Information System (SIS) and Parent Vue: SIS/Parent Vue
- School Payments via My School Bucks: My School Bucks
- 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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