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Important DatesOct 7 - Athletic Boosters Meeting 7pm Room G113 Oct 11 - Flea Market Oct 13 - Student Holiday - No School Oct 14 - 17- Homecoming Week Oct 17 - Homecoming Football Game Oct 18 - Homecoming Dance Oct 20 - Holiday - No School Oct 21 - PTSA Meeting Oct 25 - Flea Market 7am Oct 31 - End of 1st Quarter Nov 3 - Student Holiday - No School Nov 4 - Election Day - No School Nov 11- Veterans Day - No School Nov 18 - PTSA Meeting Nov 26 - 28 - Thanksgiving Break - No School FCPS School Year Calendar Edison HS Calendar
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Message from Mrs. BurkeHello Edison Families, We’re heading into a busy stretch of October, so I want to share a few key updates for next week and beyond. Custodian Appreciation DayYesterday was Custodian Appreciation Day, and I want to take a moment to recognize our incredible custodial team. They deserve far more than one day of thanks. Their hard work keeps our school clean and welcoming for students, staff, and families every single day. After every home game, they stay late to make sure our stadiums and gyms are spotless and ready for the next day. Over the summer, they do a deep clean of the entire building so we can start the year fresh. We truly have the best custodial staff, and we appreciate them today and every day. PSAT/SAT Day – Wednesday, October 8Wednesday will look different than a typical school day.
This adjusted schedule helps us provide a focused testing environment for students taking these important assessments. Homecoming Spirit Days Start Next FridayFriday, October 10, kicks off our Homecoming dress-up days. The theme is Tourist Day, so dig out your Hawaiian shirts, camera straps, and floppy hats to show your school spirit. We love seeing the creativity our students and staff bring to these days. School Start Time SurveyFCPS is gathering community input on potential changes to school start times. Two proposed options would shift high school start times 30 minutes later, pushing dismissal to around 3:30 p.m. All families should take a few minutes to complete the survey and make their voice heard. Your feedback matters as the county considers these changes. School Start Times Survey Midpoint of First QuarterWe’ve reached the midpoint of the first quarter, which is a good time to check in on academic progress. Please log in to ParentVUE to review your student’s current grades. If you notice missing assignments, encourage your students to complete and submit what they can. If reassessments are available, make sure they schedule them with their teachers. A strong first quarter is one of the best predictors of success for the rest of the year. Supporting students in building their executive functioning skills, like meeting deadlines and taking advantage of retake opportunities, is a team effort between school and home. Thank you for your continued support. It truly takes all of us working together to help our students grow and thrive. Have a great weekend! Amanda Burke Student Spotlight!
Sydney has been a magnet to other children since she was a small child herself. She has been coaching (a paying job) a children’s recreational gymnastics class at Metropolitan Elite Gymnastics & Athletics, located in Lorton, VA, since she was 14. She’s also on the Edison High School Gymnastics Team. She may pursue pediatric physical therapy during her time at college. She’s a natural leader when put to the test. Her other talents include violin, guitar, poetry writing, and painting. We are proud to have her as an Edison Eagle!
Is your student doing amazing things that you want to shine a light on? We want to hear from you! Fill out our Student Spotlight Form and let us know. Your student could be featured in our newsletter! PSAT/SAT EXAM October 8thImportant information for testing students:
SeniorsSeniors who previously registered will take the SAT. Seniors who did not register to take the SAT will have an unscheduled day (do not report to school). Juniors & SophomoresAlmost all 10th and 11th grade students will be taking the PSAT exam on Wednesday October 8. Freshmen9th graders also have an unscheduled day (do not report to school). Paperless Report CardsWe’re excited to offer you a more convenient option for receiving your child’s report cards: Go Paperless! By choosing to go paperless, you'll be able to:
Here's how you can opt-in:
IB InformationWe are pleased to announce that our IB Diploma Coordinator, Ms. Devers, will be visiting all 9th and 10th-grade advisories between September 24 and December 19 to discuss the different IB Program options available to students in their junior and senior years. During her visit, Ms. Devers will explain the structure, requirements, and benefits of both the full IB Diploma and the IB Career-related Programme (CP) to help students plan their high school journey. Students were asked to complete a brief interest plan during the advisory session to indicate their preferred path and help Ms. Devers tailor follow-up discussions:
Please encourage your student to talk to you about the information they received. If your child expressed interest, Ms. Devers will follow up with them regarding more detailed information sessions. If you have any questions, you can contact Ms. Devers directly at sddevers@fcps.edu. School Photos for underclassmen are now online!Families should have received an E-proof via email. Please remember to check your spam. For any questions about your student's school pictures please contact: underclass@vosphoto.com If your student did not yet take their photo, makeup photos will be offered on November 7.  Congratulations to Edison Academy students Mohammad Al-Towaiti (Bryant HS) and Nelson Hernandez-Franco (West Potomac HS) who finished first place in the HVACR competition on Tuesday and are Virginia State Champions! Order Your Yearbook TodayYearbooks are on sale now for the lowest price of the year! To order your 2025-2026 yearbook, visit www.yearbookordercenter.com and enter the school code number 5211. You will thank yourself later! Family Liaison News!Message from our Family LiaisonsMessage from our Family Liaisons We're Here to Support You! As your Family Liaisons at Edison High School, we're here to help you stay connected, informed, and supported throughout the school year. Whether you have questions about programs, need help navigating resources, or just want someone to talk to—we’re your point of contact. Don’t hesitate to reach out! Douha Kalouda – 703-924-8074 | dkalouda@fcps.edu Luisa Espionza – 703-924-8200 | leespionza@fcps.edu
Family Assistance Questionnaire Edison High School is committed to ensuring that all our students have the resources and support they need throughout the school year to reach their full potential in school and within the community. The Family Assistance Questionnaire is entirely optional and confidential. You only need to complete the questionnaire if you are interested in receiving assistance (such as community resource information and grocery gift cards over holiday breaks). The questionnaire is available online in English and Spanish. Paper copies and questionnaires in other languages are available upon request. If you have any questions, please contact Family Liaison, Douha Kalouda at dkalouda@fcps.edu or 703-924-8074. Link to Family Assistance Questionnaire English: https://tinyurl.com/EHSassistance |
