PTSA Weekly JagMail | August 20, 2026 | Open House Today
Open House today from 3-5 p.m.; Join the PTSA

Upcoming Dates & Events

August 20, 2026 (Today): FCHS Open House, 3 p.m.-5 p.m., enter through Door 1 or Door 7

August 24, 2026 (Monday): First Day of School

September 4 & September 7 (Friday & Monday): Labor Day Holiday, No School

September 9, 2026 (Wednesday): FCHS Back to School Night, 5 p.m.-7 p.m. 

September 16, 2026 (Wednesday): PTSA Meeting, 7 p.m., FCHS Library


Teacher Welcome Breakfast Photo

Welcome Back Teachers & Staff!

We had a wonderful welcome breakfast this past Monday.

Thank you to all who donated delicious sides to round out the buffet! 


Join FCHS PTSA – Membership is Open!

Join the FCHS PTSA for 2026-27!

We are excited to welcome new and returning members – parents, teachers, AND students!  

Join today  Parents/Guardians: $20 | Teachers/Staff: $15 | Students: $10

Our dues and the capital campaign for donations is our largest fundraiser to support our programs for parents, teachers & staff, and students.

JOIN BY AUGUST 20 → FREE FCHS CAR MAGNET Join before Open House today and stop by our PTSA table in the cafeteria with your membership confirmation to pick up your magnet. Plus, all parents/guardians will be entered into the drawing for VIP parking at Back to School Night!

JOIN BY SEPTEMBER 7 → WIN BTSN VIP PARKING Parents/guardians who join or renew by September 7 will be entered to win VIP parking for Back to School Night on September 9.

Join FCHS PTSA today.

FCHS PTSA Membership Drive

Sign up for PTSA Membership for the 2026-2027 school year! Parents/guardians who join by Sept. 7 will be entered into the drawing for VIP parking at Back to School Night.


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PTSA Meeting Sept. 16, 7 p.m.

Join our first PTSA meeting of the school year! 

Date: Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: FCHS Library

We'll hear from Principal Dr. Ben Nowak, meet our Teacher/Staff liaison John Bertha, review the PTSA budget and annual spending priorities, highlight volunteer opportunities, cover renovation progress, and more.

The Aug. 3 meeting minutes and presentation link can be found in our SY 2026-27 folder.


2026-2027 PTSA Executive Board 

  • President: Courtnie Ross
  • Secretary: Neelima Yelamanchili 
  • Membership & Pantry: Megan Schlussel
  • Treasurer: Robyn Berkenbilt  

Student Liaison

PTSA Student Liaison Opportunity

Each year we look for 2-5 students from each class to serve as PTSA Student Liaisons. As a Liaison, these students are a voice for student concerns, needs, and suggestions to the PTSA and school administration. The main responsibility for this role is to be an active participant at PTSA meetings and share your opinions when asked. We encourage the Liaisons to participate in PTSA programs and activities, and even develop ideas for new programs or ideas for the school community as a team. If interested, have your student email Courtnie Ross at programs@fchsptsa.org.


FCHS Jaguar Pantry Logo

Jaguar Pantry News

Plan ahead to be a Red Bag Donor for FCHS and help us get the word out – share this link with your friends and neighbors to be ready for the school year! Food For Neighbors Red Bag Program 

Learn about our Jag Pantry and how you may be able to help. https://www.fallschurchhighschoolptsa.org/programs/jaguar-pantry


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Get Your Jaguar Proud Flag

Jaguar Proud Flags are available! Order your flag today.

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Helpful School Links

FCHS Events Calendar

FCHS Bell Schedule

FCPS 2026-2027 Calendar (pdf view)

FCHS Renovations Update Page


Stay Connected with PTSA

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Follow us on Instagram @fallschurchptsa & Facebook 

Visit our website

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