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Feb 7 - Edison Academy Open House - 10am - 1pm
Feb 12 - International Night
Feb 16 - No School - President's Day
Feb 17 - No School - Teacher Work Day
Feb 17 - PTSA Meeting 7pm
March 17 - PTSA Meeting
March 20 - No School - Eid al-Fitr
Mar 27 - End of 3rd Quarter - Early Release
Mar 30 - April 3 - Spring Break
April 6 - No School Teacher Work Day
April 10 - No School Teacher Work Day
April 10 - Edison Theater Spring Performance 7 pm Buy Tickets Here!
April 11 - Edison Theater Spring Performance 2 pm Buy Tickets Here!
April 11 - Edison Theater Spring Performance 7 pm Buy Tickets Here!
April 21 - PTSA Meeting 7pm
May 19 - PTSA Meeting 7pm
May 25 - No School - Memorial Day
May 26 - No School - Teacher Work Day
May 27 - No School - Eid al-Adha
June 5 - Graduation 7pm at Eagle Bank Arena
June 17 - Last Day of School
FCPS School Year Calendar
Good afternoon, Eagles,
What a crazy stretch it has been with the snow and ice. Who knew we would end up with a full-on snowcation followed by all these delayed openings? It was genuinely great to see students back in the building this week, and I even had a few tell me they were excited to be back. I think we are all ready to get back to a more normal routine next week.
I want to give a huge shout-out to our custodial staff. While we were home, they were hard at work making sure sidewalks and parking lots were clear and safe for our return. They truly were the superheroes of this storm, and we cannot thank them enough for everything they did.
Because of the weather, we did need to move International Night from this week to next week. We wanted to ensure our performers had sufficient practice time so the evening is as memorable as it deserves to be. I am really looking forward to seeing all of the performances on Thursday, 2/12.
Last Saturday, we participated in our first Unified Special Olympics basketball games at Chantilly High School. The team had a fantastic first outing, with a win over Hayfield and a close loss to Chantilly. I was incredibly proud of how our students played, and we also had a great cheering section supporting them. I am looking forward to seeing them compete again this weekend at Broad Run High School. A big thank you to our Coaches, Mr. Parham and Mr. Colley. Thank you to all our staff who have also supported the team!
Congratulations to our girls' gymnastics team, who finished third in the district on Tuesday night. They will compete next week at Lake Braddock on Tuesday night.
Today, our 11th-grade students presented their Global STEM Challenges projects. It is always impressive to see the real-world problems our students are working to solve. This year’s STEM cohort has been designing mobile service trucks powered by wind and solar energy. Students researched communities across the country to identify medical, educational, civic engagement, or entertainment needs that could be met through a mobile service. They also designed maquettes of their services, carefully considering equipment, resources, and energy needs across at least three different cities. They were excited to share how their understanding of derivatives, integrals, sinusoidal functions, rotational motion, and electrical power can be applied to serve communities in meaningful ways. I am incredibly proud of their work.
This Saturday, our academy will host an open house for families interested in learning more about the courses offered and whether they might be a good fit for their child. See below for more details.
Finally, this week was School Counselor Week. We are fortunate to have an outstanding counseling team that works tirelessly to support our students and families. They are currently deep into course registration for next year, but that is just one piece of what they do. From individual counseling and group support to advisory lessons and the college application process, they help students and families navigate all of life’s ups and downs. We truly appreciate everything they do.
I hope everyone has a restful weekend, and I look forward to a full and steady week ahead.
Have a good weekend,
Amanda Burke
Principal
Order your 2025-2026 yearbook today for the lowest price of the year! Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com and enter school order number 5211 to reserve your copy today before we sell out!
 Edison Academy invites you to attend our in-person Open House event on Saturday, February 7, 2026 from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM (snow date is Saturday, February 21). We are located at 5801 Franconia Road, Alexandria, VA. Our entrance is located at Door #13. You will have the opportunity to tour our state-of-the-art facilities, meet our instructors and current students, and learn more about our incredible courses! Please feel free to contact Cassandra Deedy at (703) 924-8101 or cjdeedy@fcps.edu if you need any additional information. Thank you and we’ll look forward to meeting you on February 7.
 Congratulations to Morgan Intrieri for winning the Edison Pyramid Teacher of the Year!
Parent/Guardian Permission for Student to Regularly Miss Instruction Time
As we approach Ramdan, we wanted to remind families about permission to miss instructional time. If your student is able to access the room during their normally occurring lunchtime, the form is not required.
Fairfax County Public Schools is committed to fostering a caring culture where each and every student can thrive in a learning environment where they feel welcome and a sense of belonging.
In alignment with FCPS Regulation 1502, Schools ensure that students and staff of all religious backgrounds have reasonable accommodation and access to meditation and silent reflection space within the school building.
FCPS supports students who need to take time during the school day to practice as their faith requires. If your student needs to be excused from a portion of at least one class to meditate and pray, please complete the form linked below. This means that your student would regularly miss instructional time. By doing so, your student will be responsible for all work that needs to be completed or made up.
School students can access our designated space during the instructional time with parent/guardian authorization. By completing this form, you are acknowledging that you understand your student may be missing daily instruction time.
Warm Up FCPS – Divisionwide Spirit Day
Tired of all the cold weather? Let’s warm up with a little school spirit across the division!
Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid is encouraging all FCPS students, teachers, and staff to shake the wrinkles out of their brightest outfits and tropical wear to help brighten everyone’s moods on Thursday, February 19.
Calentamiento para el Día del Espíritu de FCPS
¿Está cansado de este clima frío? ¡Calentemos un poco el espíritu escolar de toda la división!
La superintendente, Dra. Michelle Reid anima a todos los estudiantes, maestros y personal a sacudir las arrugas de la ropa más colorida y tropical que tengan y a vestirla, el jueves 19 de febrero, para así calentar el estado de ánimo de todo el mundo.
 Happy Counselor Appreciation Week to our wonderful counselors at Edison High School! Thank you for all you do for our students!
Please remind your student that cell phones and personal devices (AirPods, earbuds, headsets, other items connected to the internet) can no longer be used during passing periods. Phones and personal devices must be off and away for the entire school day (bell to bell) with the exception of lunch time in designated lunch spaces. Cell phones are also not permitted to be used as an instructional tool.
FCPS’ cell phone policy helps students stay focused, safe, and engaged at school. Visit FCPS’ cell phone policy webpage for more information and answers to frequently asked questions, including consequences for cell phone policy violations and exceptions for students with medical conditions or IEP/504 plans.
If you need to contact your student during the school day, please call our front office at 703-924-8000.
¡Ayúdenos a Mantener Edison Libre de Celulares!
Por favor, recuérdele a su estudiante que los teléfonos celulares y dispositivos personales (como Airpods, earbuds, audífonos, u otros aparatos conectados a internet) no pueden ser usados durante los períodos entre clases. Los celulares y dispositivos personales deben estar apagados y guardados durante todo el día de clases (del timbre de entrada hasta el de salida). Los teléfonos celulares tampoco están permitidos para ser usados como herramienta instruccional.
La política de FCPS sobre teléfonos celulares ayuda a los estudiantes a mantenerse enfocados, seguros e involucrados en la escuela. Visite nuestra página web de la política sobre teléfonos celulares para que encuentre más información y respuestas a las preguntas comunes, incluyendo también las consecuencias a las violaciones a la política sobre teléfonos celulares, las excepciones dadas a estudiantes que tengan alguna enfermedad o que estén en planes IEP/504, y más.
Si necesita contactar a su estudiante durante el día de clases, por favor llame a nuestra oficina principal al 703-924-8000.
Meal Kits for Fasting Students
From February 18 to March 19, students who are fasting during the day can take school meals home. These kits include one breakfast and one lunch to be eaten after the school day ends.
Families must fill out a request form each week for every student who wants a kit. The first deadline is Wednesday, February 11, for the week of February 16. Please note other important details below:
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Cost: Meals are charged just like a normal school day.
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Pickup: Students must grab their kits at the end of the school day.
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Menu: Kits include school meals that are easy to heat at home.
Visit the Food and Nutrition webpage for forms, deadlines, and other information. Please contact the Office of Food and Nutrition Services with any questions at FCPSFNS@fcps.edu or 703-813-4800.
Comidas para Estudiantes que Están en AyunoEntre el 18 de febrero y el 19 de marzo, aquellos estudiantes que estén observando ayuno durante el día podrán llevar a casa las comida escolares. Estas comidas incluyen un desayuno y un almuerzo que pueden comer una vez que el día termine.
Las familias deben llenar una solicitud cada semana, por cada estudiante para quien pidan estas comidas. La primera fecha límite para llenarla es el miércoles 11 de febrero, la cual cubre la semana del 16 de febrero.
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Costo: Las comidas cuestan lo mismo que se cobra en un día normal de clases.
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Recolección: Los estudiantes deben recoger las comidas al final del día de clases.
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Menú: Las comidas incluyen alimentos que son fáciles de recalentar en casa.
Visité la página web de Alimentación y Nutrición para que encuentre las planillas de solicitud, conozca las fechas topes para enviarlas y halle más información. Por favor, si tiene preguntas, contacte a la Oficina de los Servicios de Alimentación y Nutrición escribiendo a la dirección FCPSFNS@fcps.edu o llamando al 703-813-4800.
 Special Olympics!
Our marquee has seen better days and is currently not working!
We are asking for donations from the community to help us replace the marquee as soon as possible.
Business Donors-
Your $3,000 donation will get your business ad run for the entire school year!
Click here for more information and to donate for a new marquee!
Thank you for your support!
All who donate will receive a Tax Deduction Document.
Message 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
FCPS Family Academy
The FCPS Family Academy offers in-person and virtual classes, workshops, webinars, and programs for families. Visit the Family Academy Catalog to explore a wide range of opportunities and register. Each listing includes details about dates, times, locations, and registration information.
Upcoming Programs:
- Co-Parenting: Two Parents, Two Homes
- Introduction to Career Pathways for Students
- Getting to Know FCPS: A Family Orientation
- Mental Health in Military Families
Mason District Government Center
Mason District will hold their 2nd Annual Community Health Fair on Saturday, February 7 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m at the James Lee Community Center. They are partnering with a variety of community groups, organizations, and county departments to provide valuable health-related information, services, and resources for the community.
 Boys and Girls Basketball against Lewis this week!
No-Cost Mental Health Teletherapy for All High School Students
Is your student experiencing anxiety, behavior changes, or challenges with peer and family relationships? If so, you may refer your child for weekly therapy with a licensed therapist through Hazel Health. Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for information on this service.
Teleterapia de Salud Mental Sin Costo para Todos los Estudiantes de Secundaria
Su hijo de secundaria está teniendo ansiedad, cambios de comportamiento o dificultades con las relaciones familiares o con sus compañeros? Si es así, los padres/cuidadores pueden referir a sus hijos a terapia semanal con un terapeuta licenciado a través de Hazel Health. Visite la página web Teletherapy para obtener información por este servicio.
Manage Your Child’s Screen Time on FCPS Devices
FCPS offers the Lightspeed Parent Portal to help you manage screen time on your child's FCPS device at home. With a Parent Portal account, you can control your child’s access to YouTube and pause website browsing during after-school hours.Please note that parent controls are active only during after-school hours, defined as Monday through Friday from 3:30 p.m. to 6 a.m. (including student holidays) and all day Saturday and Sunday.
If you haven't signed up for the portal yet, use the link at the bottom of your weekly | 