VHSL Physical Updated Information for 2025-2026
Legislation introduced in the Virginia General Assembly and recently signed into law will result in two significant changes to the athletic pre-participation examination (physical) requirements for FCPS student-athletes:
- Beginning July 1, 2025, athletic physicals will be considered valid for a period of 14 months from the date the form is signed by the medical provider completing the exam. This is the date on page 3 of the VHSL Athletic Participation/Parent Consent/Physical Examination Form (revised January 2021).
- Beginning May 1, 2025, FCPS student-athletes are EXPECTED to have athletic physicals completed on the new VHSL Athletic Participation/Parental Consent/Evaluation Form (revised April 2025).
Atoms Athletics Recap
Baseball played their final regular season game and first round National District Tournament game this week. On Monday, the Atoms went into the evening as the number 7 seed, needing a win to be the 6 and a potential region berth. The Atoms didn't hold back as they scored a couple runs early to set the tone and ran away from the Eagles in a key district matchup and securing the 6 seed. However, the Atoms turned around and had a return trip to Edison Thursday evening for the first round but the result was not the same as the Eagles turned the tide and put the Atoms away. The Atoms qualify for the region tournament with their next game on Tuesday, May 27.
Softball traveled to Edison for their final regular season game vs the Eagles. The Eagles bats were hot early and often throughout the game as they put the Atoms away to secure the number one seed while the Atoms locked up the 5 seed in the National District Tournament. The Atoms had the pleasure of making the trip down Route 1 to Mt. Vernon Thursday. Unfortunately, the hot bats for the opponent continued as the Atoms were unable to match the Majors on the scoreboard. The Atoms have qualified for the region tournament that begins on May 27.
Boys Lacrosse had their season come to a close Thursday evening as they traveled to Edison for the first round of the district tournament. The Atoms played the Eagles tough early but were unable to keep up throughout marking the ending to their season. The Atoms displayed grit, growth, and determination throughout the season and despite losing several seniors, they return a young core looking to continue the growth from the 2025 season.
Girls Lacrosse had a matchup with the number one seed TJ Thursday evening in the first round. TJ overpowered the Atoms from the first faceoff to leave no doubt as they went on to advance to the district semifinals. The Atoms were a team that played with passion and a never give up attitude as they say good bye to their seniors and start to turn their sights to 2026.
Boys Soccer needed a win in their final game vs Mt. Vernon to lock in the two seed. Early on the game was a back and forth game with both teams getting great looks at the goal and being tied 1-1 into the second half. The Atoms were able to get a second one by the goalie and go on to win the game. The first round matchup was another date with the Majors Friday evening. The game was a nailbiter despite the Atoms holding a 4-2 lead late into the second half. The Majors scored two late ones in extra time to send the game into OT. Despite playing down two players and facing a 5-4 deficit early in OT, the Atoms showed determination and returned the favor a minute later to knot it 5-5 and send it to the second OT. A corner kick slipped past the goalie to make it 6-5 and the Atoms held on from there to move on to welcome Falls Church Tuesday evening at 5:00pm.
Girls Soccer made a trip to Mt. Vernon for their final tune up of the regular season with the Majors Monday evening. The Atoms needed the win to secure a tie for first place and they didn't disappoint as they stayed with their theme of the season, shutouts! The Atoms were all over the Majors and put a couple in the back of the net to come home with a 2-0 win. The Atoms didn't win the tiebreaker, settling for the two seed and a matchup with Lewis. Friday evening was a display of the Atoms skills as they went out to a 5-0 lead at the half and cruised to a 7-1 district tournament win. Next up is a semifinal matchup with Hayfield or Falls Church Tuesday evening at 7:00pm.
Boys Tennis had their singles and double district tournament matches this week at TJ. Unfortunately for the Atoms, the matchups didn't play in their favor as they fell in each match to bring the their tournaments to an end. The team however qualified for the region tournament and will play at Fairfax Wednesday, May 21 at 4:00pm.
Girls Tennis played their singles and double district tournament at Annandale this week. Lizzie Gronberg and the duo of Gronberg and Josie McElveen won their first round matchups to move on to the second round. Unfortunately, their second round matchups didn't work out like they would have hoped bringing the girls tennis season to a close.
Outdoor Track had their first day of the National District Championship Meet Wednesday at Falls Church. The Atoms put on their best effort and couple of them putting up qualifying times for the region meet. Day two of the district meet in this morning at Falls Church and several more Atoms take their last opportunity to qualify for the region meet.
Annandale High School Golf Tournament
Spread the word as they are still team spots available!
Welcome back the Annandale High School Golf Tournament! This years tournament will be held Monday, June 23 at 8:30am at Chantilly National Golf & Country Club. Looking to sponsor or participate?! Check out our Atoms Booster Page to sign up and learn more about the tournament!
Registration is open!!!! Get your teams ready and sign up early!
Atoms Recognized for Postseason Teams
We are completing our Winter seasons and many of our Atoms student-athletes have earned postseason All-District and All-Region recognition. Check out our winter athletes, who were selected for postseason recognition. Check out the recipients using the link below:
Fall 2024 All District and Region Recognition
Winter 2024-25 All District, Region, & State Recognition
Broadway Desserts
Broadway Desserts will feature all five of the AHS Choirs performing songs from the stage and is a Broadway Review of sorts. Both group and individual acts will be featured from auditions held earlier in the semester. The students prepare the music, pick their costumes and coordinate their choreography for a fantastic evening of entertainment. Please join us on either Thursday, May 22 or Friday, May 23 at 7:00pm in Watson Auditorium! Get your tickets here!
Dance Team Clinics
Join us May 12 and 20 in the dance room to learn more about the opportunity to tryout for the Annandale Dance Team. You will learn routines, techniques, and more as you prepare for tryouts in August! If you have questions, reach out to Dorothy Edwards
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All Athletes End of Year Celebration
We are cordially inviting ALL of our student-athletes and families to the annual Annandale All Athletes End of Year Celebration. The event is set up to reflect, recognize, and celebrate all programs and student-athletes accomplishments from this year. If you played on an athletic team this year, you are invited to this event and we are encouraging business casual attire for this evening. At the conclusion of the event, we will serve dessert and drinks in the auditorium lobby for some socializing and mingling.
Thursday, May 29
Annandale Auditorium
6:00pm – End of Year Celebration
Annandale High School Physical Night
On Monday, June 2nd, 2025 Annandale High School will host an opportunity for student athletes to receive a complete pre-participation VHSL physical exam (PPE) that will be valid for all sports for the 2025-26 academic year, until June 30th, 2026!
This event will serve as the primary fundraiser for the Annandale Athletic Training Program, which receives zero financial assistance to operate in terms of medical supplies and equipment – we thank you for your support and donation!
Appointments begin at 5:30pm and end at 7:30pm – appointments will fill quickly, so please do not delay! Walk-in exams are $60.00, BUT…
…PRE-REGISTER FOR AN APPOINTMENT AND SAVE $10! ($50 EXAM):
*email Ryan Hughes to access first availability to pre-register*
Annandale HS Summer Camps
Looking for fun activities for your child this summer? Annandale High School is offering a variety of summer camps this year for current elementary and middle school students led by our own Annandale coaches. Help spread the word to friends, family and neighbors! More information on signups upcoming!
Registration for all camps can be found HERE. See descriptions of the various camps below. More information can be found at AnnandaleAtoms.net.
Campers can bring their lunch or purchase lunch at camp, and they should bring a snack and a water bottle each day. Cash or checks are accepted. Checks should be made out to “Annandale Athletic Boosters”.
Payment is due on the first day of camp or can be made online by clicking on the camps link below
Save the dates for our camps below!
Camp Information
Multi-Sport Camp - Rising 2nd-9th Graders - June 16-18, 20 ($120): Campers will have fun playing a variety of sports including basketball, kickball, volleyball, soccer, and touch football. They will participate in fun contests and win prizes! Campers can bring their lunch or purchase lunch at camp. Hours are 8:30am-3:00pm. To pay for Multi-Sport Camp, CLICK HERE
Olympics Camp - Rising 2nd-9th Graders - June 23-27 ($120): This exciting camp features team activities including soccer, volleyball, basketball, touch football, and relay races. Campers will also get a chance to compete and earn medals! Campers can bring their lunch or purchase lunch at camp. Hours are 8:30am-3:00pm. To pay for Olympics Camp, CLICK HERE
For questions about Multi-Sport or Olympics Camps, please reach out to Christopher Bagot, Camp Director and Varsity Coach.
Wrestling – K-12 - July 7-11 ($120 individual/$200 sibling): This camp is for all ages wrestling camp will spend time developing the skills in all three styles of wrestling, one style each of the first three days. In addition to technique and various games, on the last two days of camp there will be a takedown and individually bracketed tournament! Campers can bring their lunch or purchase lunch at camp. Hours are 9:00am to 3:00pm.
For questions about Wrestling Camp please reach out to Joshua Damico, Camp Director and Varsity Coach, at Josh Damico
*NEW CAMP ANNOUNCED* Volleyball Camp - Rising 3rd-9th Graders - July 7-11 ($120): Campers will spend each day focused on developing their volleyball skills and playing small sided games. Campers will work on improvement and understanding how to play volleyball. Campers will have a 30 minute break from 11:00-11:30am for snacks or eat lunch. Campers should bring their own snack/lunch or purchase items at camp. Hours are 9:00am-1:30pm.
For questions about volleyball camp please reach out to Camp Directors, Girls Head CoachAJ Witkofsky, Boys Head Coach Willem Hawthorne, or Coach Eli Rosinke
Basketball - Rising 3rd-9th Graders - July 21-25 ($225): Campers will spend each day focused on developing their basketball skills. They will also receive a a t-shirt, and a chance to win trophies. Campers can bring their lunch or purchase lunch at camp. Hours are 9:00am to 3:00pm. To pay for Basketball Camp, CLICK HERE
For questions about Basketball Camp please reach out to Camp Directors, Boys Head Coach Jerome McAvoy or Girls Head Coach Chelsea Harrison.
Baseball Skills Camp- Aug 12-16, 5pm-7pm ($110, or $25 a session) This camp is designed for 3rd - 9th graders and will be held on the baseball field at Annandale High. Focus will be on preparation for fall season and overall skill development. Camp will be conducted by Annandale High School Coaches and current college baseball players. Camp will run from 5pm-7pm. Questions, reach out to head baseball coach and camp director Kevin Rudd
Multiple Campers - please fill out the form for each child.
NEW ATOMS ONLINE STORE!!
We’re thrilled to share that we have a new Atoms online store! The new store has a variety of brands like Nike, Under Armour, Lululemon, and more. You will find hundreds of different design options, kids and toddler clothing, new accessories, and direct to your door shipping. Grab your gear now and show of your Atoms pride!
ANNANDALE ATOMS ONLINE STORE
Annandale Legacy Wall
**Updated picture of the wall below**
Annandale High School has a rich history of success, community support, and strong alumni base that stretches back to its creation in 1954. There is a legacy that surrounds Annandale that many are proud to be a part of as it feels like home to those who have walked our halls. We want to provide our students, alumni, and community members the opportunity to be a part of the Annandale legacy. Looking for a graduation gift, birthday gift, or to share your own legacy with the Annandale community, then purchase an acrylic block for $100, that will be on displayed along the stadium field wall!
To purchase a block and leave your legacy, click here
*Note orders will be made once the quantity reaches 50 purchased blocks*
For more information, contact Brandon Sutphin
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Atoms Chairs for Sale
Looking for a piece of Atoms furniture to add to your house?! Purchase an Atoms chair! New chairs were ordered this summer for events around school and we're selling our old chairs. There is a limited amount of chairs so get yours before they're gone! Price is $60 for one, $100 for two. Contact Brandon Sutphin to purchase yours!
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 Partners for Safe Teen Driving
Included in Grade 10 Health & PE is one quarter, or 30-36 hours, of in-classroom driver education. To obtain your driver’s license in Virginia, you must successfully complete, or pass, the classroom portion of driver education. You must also attend a 90-minute parent-teen traffic safety program, Partners for Safe Teen Driving, or PSTD, with a parent or legal guardian. Annandale High School is hosting five (5) PSTD presentations this school year, one each quarter and two during the fourth quarter. They are free to students enrolled in Health & PE 10 at Annandale HS and begin at 630pm in the auditorium. You must attend with a parent or legal guardian, arrive ON TIME, and remain the duration of the presentation for your attendance to be verified. Choose a date convenient for you and your parent or legal guardian. You may attend a session outside of your Driver Education quarter.
Patterns for Safe Teen Driving Dates at Annandale High School:
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Learner's Permit Testing at Annandale
Are you 15 and a half years old (or older) and ready to start your driving journey? Annandale High School is offering the Virginia Learner’s Permit Test after school in Room 43 on various Mondays throughout the school year.
Click HERE for more information.
Any questions can be directed to Lizzie McManus
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