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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
 Congratulations to our Edison High School Science Fair Winners! Thank you to all our science teachers for supporting our students throughout the scientific investigation process, and to Dr. Fontana for coordinating the Edison Science Fair.
Good afternoon, Eagles,
First, a huge thank you to our PTSA for showing up in force today to celebrate Thomas Edison’s birthday. The cupcakes and donuts were a big hit. More than that, our students loved seeing parents in the building and feeling that extra bit of community during the day. We are grateful for your partnership and steady support.
We are also incredibly proud to share that Ms. Intrerir, one of our special education teachers, has been named the Region 3 Teacher of the Year. She was nominated by students and staff, which makes this recognition even more meaningful. Mrs. Intrieri is a true teacher leader who keeps inclusion at the forefront of her work. We are lucky to have her at Edison.
Congratulations to our Girls and Boys Wrestling teams for winning the district championship. That is a tremendous accomplishment. A special shout-out to the Boys team for placing second in the region. We are proud of the work, discipline, and commitment these athletes bring to the mat every day.
Last night’s International Night was outstanding. Our students celebrated the diversity of our school through fashion, dance, and song. One of the many things that makes Edison special is the richness of our community. Seeing students honor their cultures and share them with others is a powerful reminder of who we are and what we value. A big thank you to Dr. Boyd, the equity team, and our theater tech students for all of their hard work on putting on such a great show!
Last Friday, our students who qualified for All District Band performed. Congratulations to Weston Moats, Samuel Frias, Ryo Patten, and Alice Quinlan. We are proud of the time and talent they continue to invest in their craft.
Last Saturday, our theater students competed in the VHSL One Acts with their performance of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella, placing third in the district. Congratulations to Nithy Pelekasis for earning a gold medal acting award as the top performer. We wish the entire cast and crew the best as they head to Regionals on February 21, 2026, at Fairfax High School. Come out and support them if you can.
A big shout-out to Mrs. Procaccino for her nomination for the IBMA Faculty Recognition in the Diploma Program. We are fortunate to have her leadership and dedication supporting our IB students.
With spring sports tryouts about a week away, please make sure your student’s physical is on file with our athletic trainer. Students will not be able to try out without completed paperwork, so now is the time to double-check.
A reminder that students are off on Monday for Presidents' Day and Tuesday for a teacher workday. We will welcome students back on Wednesday.
Thank you, as always, for your continued partnership and support.
Amanda Burke
Principal
Report cards were mailed home today. You can also see your students' grades and the report card in your parentVUE account.
The inaugural FCPS Student Summit is a superintendent-led leadership and engagement experience designed to elevate student voice across FCPS. It will take place Monday, March 23, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the new western high school.
The Student Summit will bring together high school students to share ideas, perspectives, and recommendations directly with the superintendent. Students will engage in meaningful conversations on important topics, including access to programs and resources, skill-building and micro-credentials, AI literacy, and other student-identified priorities.
Student Summit Planning Committee
High school students are encouraged to apply to serve on the FCPS Student Summit Planning Committee. Committee members will collaborate with students from other high schools, share creative and innovative ideas, and earn community service hours. Two students from each high school will be selected to serve on the planning committee. The application will be open until Monday, February 16.
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!
 We had a great international night! Thank you to all who performed and to those who came out to watch and support our students. It was a great celebration of Edison's diversity.
Families and community members are invited to reflect on the past, celebrate the present, and uplift the voices shaping our future at FCPS’ Second Annual Black History Month Celebration. Rooted in Resilience: Echoes of Excellence will take place on Wednesday, February 25, at 6 p.m., at Carter G. Woodson High School.
The event will honor the rich history, strength, and contributions of the Black community through inspiring student performances and a powerful keynote address by Rev. Vernon C. Walton, pastor of First Baptist Church of Vienna. Light refreshments will be available.
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.
 Nicoletta Pelekasis (“Nithy”) earned a gold medal acting award as the top performer at the National District Sectional Theatre event for VHSL, hosted by Edison on Sat., Feb. 7. Edison performed Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella,” taking third place, overall. Nithy played the title role. Justice HS took second place, with Annandale HS earning the first place spot. All three schools head to the regional theatre event hosted by Fairfax High School, Feb. 21, 2026.
Nicoletta Pelekasis as Cinderella
Nicoletta Pelekasis as Cinderella, Jefferson Reese as the Prince.
Photo credit to Jazmyn Pearson
Survey on Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R) Now Open for All Families and Middle and High School Students
On Monday, all FCPS parents/caregivers and middle and high school students received an email to participate in a voluntary and confidential survey. (Please check your spam folder if you have not received it.)
Questions refer to proposed changes to FCPS’ SR&R document for next year. This document outlines the rules that students are expected to follow, and guidelines for consequences if those expectations are not met. Possible changes include:
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Universal Discipline: Charts will list consequences and supports for students. They will help ensure that two students of the same grade will be treated fairly and receive the same level of support.
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Standards for In-School Suspensions of Students with Disabilities: Creating standards for how in-school suspensions are handled for students who have an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or a 504 Plan.
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Accommodations for Multilingual Learner Student Statements: Providing translation accommodations when Multilingual Learner students provide statements about disciplinary incidents.
The survey will be open until Friday, February 20. Survey materials are available online.
Spanish:
La Encuesta sobre los Derechos y Responsabilidades de los Estudiantes (SR&R, por sus siglas en inglés) Está Ahora Abierto para Todas las Familias y Estudiantes de Escuelas Medias y Secundarias
El lunes, todos los padres/tutores de FCPS y estudiantes de escuelas medias y secundarias recibirán un email invitándoles a participar en una encuesta voluntaria y confidencial (Por favor, revise su carpeta de correos “spam” si no lo recibe).
Las preguntas son acerca de cambios propuestos al documento SR&R de FCPS para el próximo año. Este documento delinea las reglas que se espera que los estudiantes obedezcan y las directrices para definir las consecuencias si esas expectativas no son cumplidas. Los posibles cambios incluyen:
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Disciplina Universal: Habrá listas de las consecuencias y apoyo para los estudiantes. Estas listas asegurarán de que cualesquiera dos estudiantes del mismo grado sean tratados equitativamente y reciban el mismo nivel de apoyo.
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Estándares para las Suspensiones en la Escuela de Estudiantes con Discapacidades: Crear estándares para el manejo de las suspensiones en la escuela para estudiantes que tengan un Plan Individualizado de Educación (IEP) o que estén en un Plan 504.
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Facilidades para Estudiantes Multilingües cuando Hagan Declaraciones: Ofrecer acceso a traducciones a estudiantes multilingües cuando hagan declaraciones acerca de incidentes disciplinarios.
La encuesta se abrirá el viernes 20 de febrero. Hay materiales sobre la encuesta disponibles online.
 Congrats to our Boys Wrestling team for finishing 2nd at Regionals. A shout out to Marcus Owusu and David Linn for finishing 1st in their weight class.
Registration is open or will be available soon for summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.
Career and Technical Education and Institute for the Arts Camps
Career and Technical Education camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Robinson Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. Tuition assistance is available to FCPS families eligible for free or reduced meals.
CTE Summer Academy (CSA) is a week-long enrichment program that allows students in grades 6-11 to dive deeper into CTE program areas, develop skills, and begin career exploration. Watch this video about CTE camps. Registration is open for these programs through Friday, June 5.
Institute for the Arts (IFTA) is a two-week camp for students currently in grades 6-11. Students select from nearly 60 classes in art, dance, music, and theater. Rising freshmen have the option to take Health and PE 9 through IFTA as well!
Production Camp is a four-week summer theatre intensive for students in grades 6-11. Students in performance or technical theatre tracks rehearse, design, and build a musical in a collaborative atmosphere. The show is presented to the public at the end of camp.
New this year: Students in the above camps can also register for aftercare, which is available from 2 to 5 p.m.
Self-Directed Economics and Personal Finance
Summer is a great time for high school students to fulfill the Economics and Personal Finance course requirement. During the self-directed course, students work independently to complete the requirements. Registration is now open. Students must register by Friday, June 5. For more information, see the Summer Learning information page.
Summer Online Campus
Take advantage of the opportunity to earn a high school course credit via this summer’s Online Campus program. Registration is now open. Students must register by Friday, June 5. Mathematics, health and physical education, career and technical education, English, science, social studies, and world language courses are available to eligible middle and high school students.
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.
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 pued | 