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Centreville Students, Families, and Community,

The winter weather continues to teach us lessons in flexibility! Despite losing some time to snow days last week, we still were able to induct over 70 students into our Spanish Honor Society, celebrate regional champion athletes in multiple sports, recognize our senior boys basketball players, and collaborate with one of our feeder elementary schools to support creating a positive school community across our pyramid. Not to mention a visit from Dr. Reid to our National Honor Society! See the highlights of all these events in our Wonderful Wildcats section. 

The last several weeks I have been emphasizing the importance of student attendance and timeliness to class. This week, we will begin our START on Time Initiative which works on reducing tardiness and improving on-time attendance to class. During each transition to class, members of our staff will be in the hallways to ensure students are moving with purpose to class. For students who are in the hallway past the late bell, our staff will build relationships with students through conversation while walking them to their class. Our goal is to minimize the amount of instruction students are missing and teach vital skills necessary for success in school and in the future. 

Improving attendance and timeliness to class requires a partnership between families and the school. I thank you for having conversations with your students about the importance of being in class, on time, and reinforcing this school-wide goal.

Thank you and Go Wildcats!

Dr. Erik Healey

Principal

Centreville High School

Upcoming Events

February 18-28 - Academic Advising Meetings

February 18 - START on Time Initiative Begins

February 19 - Black History Month Kickoff Celebration (New Date)

February 20 - Career Speaker Series Continues

February 24 - Spring Sports Begin

February 26-27 - Band Pre-Assessment Concert, 7:00PM

February 28 - Ramadan Begins

March 4 - Junior Focus Day

March 8 - Food For Neighbors Sorting Event

March 11 - PTSA Meeting, 7:00PM, CVHS Library

 

February 18-28 - Individual Academic Advising Meetings: Students will meet one-on-one with their counselors to discuss academic goals and finalize their course selections for next year. These meetings will occur during students’ English classes. We will continue this week by meeting with current freshmen from February 18-28. 

February 18 - START on Time Begins: At Centreville, we are committed to ensuring all students are in class regularly and on time to maximize instruction and learning. START on Time is an initiative that works to reduce tardiness and improve transitions between classes, which will lead to improved school climate and increased time dedicated to learning in the classroom. Our goal is to improve student attendance and timeliness, and we want to partner with families to emphasize the importance of this goal. 

February 19 - Black History Month Kickoff Celebration:  After careful consideration, we have decided to postpone the Black History Month Kickoff event, originally scheduled for Wednesday, February 5th. The event will now take place on Wednesday, February 19th. 

As many of you are aware, the Fairfax County Public Schools community has been affected by the tragic airline incident that occurred at Reagan National Airport. In light of this devastating event, we want to provide space for our community to grieve and heal during this difficult time.

FCPS invites students and families to attend the Black History Month Kick-Off Celebration on February 19 from 5:30-7:30PM at Woodson High School. The celebration includes performances that inspire and celebrate Black history and culture and opportunities for reflection on the contributions of Black history and culture.

February 20 - Career Speaker Series Continues: The 3rd annual Career Speaker Series kicks off next week! Students in ALL GRADE LEVELS are encouraged to attend to hear about the education and training required, daily responsibilities, successes and challenges in each career field. Students must register via their FCPS email account.

• Athletic Trainer – Thursday, Feb. 20 during PLUS 4 in the Lecture Hall – register here: Trainers specialize in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions for people of all ages and skill levels. Meet CVHS Athletic Trainer Mrs. Mac to learn about the skills and certifications needed to work in this healthcare field.

• Computer Scientist – Monday, Feb. 24 during PLUS 5 in the Lecture Hall – register here: Meet CVHS parent Mr. Javaid, who leads the “Just Walk Out” tech team at Amazon Web Services. He will share his extensive experience in the dynamic IT field, including Cloud technologies and Generative AI.

February 26-27 - Band Pre-Assessment Concert: Join the Centreville High School and Liberty Middle School Bands on Wednesday and Thursday, February 26th and 27th at 7PM in the Skip A. Maiden Auditorium for two nights of band music! Six (6) ensembles will present their “Pre-Assessment” programs for audiences and we hope you will be there! These fantastic band musicians are working hard on a concert program that is the band equivalent of an SOL test and we look forward to sharing our talents with you. A variety of music will be shared and we know you will enjoy. Looking forward to seeing you there!

February 28 - Ramadan Begins - Student Fasting Meal Kits for February 28 - March 28: Thanks to a new program from the Virginia Department of Education, students who are fasting during the school day between February 28 and March 28 can now take school meal kits home at the end of the day.Families will need to fill out a weekly Fasting Meals Request Form for their child or children to receive school meal kits. A separate form must be filled out for each week and each student.To receive meal kits for Friday, February 28, and the week of March 3, please submit the first request form by Monday, February 24. Visit the FNS webpage for more information, including weekly request forms and deadlines. 

March 4 - Junior Focus Day: Junior Focus Day is a postsecondary planning day for current juniors hosted by our College and Career Specialist. This is the first year Centreville will be participating in this important and informative event. All juniors will participate in this event on March 4 during ROAR and PLUS periods. Every junior will have the opportunity to sign-up for three information sessions of their choosing based on their desired postsecondary path. Topics include: College Application Essentials, Common App Readiness, Essay Writing, College Admissions Question & Answer with admissions representatives, Career Exploration, NOVA Information in English and Spanish, Apprenticeships, NCAA Recruitment Process, and a Military Panel. All students will also get critical information about financial aid and scholarships. 

March 8 - Food For Neighbors Sorting Event: Centreville High School is proud to announce that we have partnered with Food For Neighbors (FFN) to help feed our local students who deal with food insecurity because even in a county as wealthy as Fairfax, one in four kids in our area are struggling with hunger.  Studies show that when adolescents are fed positive outcomes include increased enrollment in challenging courses, higher graduation rate, improved mental and physical health, a decrease in disruptive behaviors and increased participation in after-school activities". 

Food For Neighbors is a local organization addressing this problem by collecting food from our community via their Red Bag Program and donating directly to our local schools. The food is then distributed to the students every week through our food pantry. 

Wonderful Wildcats

Dr. Reid Visits CVHS National Honor Society as Guest Speaker: Dr. Reid visited our National Honor Society Thursday last week. She spoke to her previous roles as a student-athlete, math teacher, and her path leading to becoming Superintendent. Dr. Reid provided valuable insight into how to build individual leadership capacity, while also answering some tough questions about "snow days". We want to thank Dr. Reid for taking the time to speak with our students!

 

Bella Voce & Symphonic Choir View Aida: Advanced Choir students from Bella Voce and Symphonic Choir had the chance to view a live-streamed performance of the opera Aida by Giuseppe Verdi on February 7! The opera was streamed at the Springfield Mall movie theatre as part of the Metropolitan Opera’s Met Live in HD program. Students felt like they were actually there in New York as they clapped for the orchestra director, heard the orchestra tune, and applauded along with the live audience! Our singers learned about the synopsis and roles in advance and did some activities to become even more familiar with the storyline. Students smiled, laughed, and cried as they went through all of the emotions that the amazing performers were portraying. We may have some new opera fans on our hands!

 

Centreville SEALs Meet with Bull Run Elementary Sixth Graders: The Centreville High School SEALs (Student Equity Ambassadors Leaders) presented to sixth grade students at Bull Run Elementary School last week! Victor Cortijo Lopez, Jasmine De Paz, and Fatih Eren spoke about the power of our words and how inappropriate language can have an impact on others.  Across the Centreville pyramid we always stress that as a school community, we should engage in meaningful opportunities to promote respect and trusting relationships for all! We are proud of our SEALs for promoting a culturally responsive learning environment, creating a culture of equity, excellence, and accountability, and being role models for how we should treat one another!

CVHS Indoor Track Crowns Regional Champions: For the first time in school history, the Wildcats won the Boys 4x800m relay at Regionals to punch their ticket to the State meet! Congrats to seniors Wyatt Jessup and Elijah Post, along with juniors Danny McGlynn and Chris Siriwardene on their performance and representing Wildcat Nation!

 

 

 

CVHS Wrestling Regional Champion: Congratulations to senior wrestler, James Mahoney, on his Regional Championship in the 157lb weight class! Also, a shout out to Nathan Lim who was Regional runner-up in the 113lb weight class. Both James and Nathan will move on to represent the Wildcats in the State tournament this upcoming weekend. We wish them the best of luck!

 

 

PTSA Valentine Donuts for Staff: A huge thank you to our PTSA, and all who have donated toward staff appreciation. On Friday, our PTSA provided coffee and donuts to show their love for Centreville staff! We greatly appreciate the support and look forward to continued partnership with our PTSA!

Collaboration between teachers, parents, and students is key to creating an environment where everyone thrives. Your involvement in PTSA is an opportunity to strengthen relationships and make a lasting impact on our school community. If you are not a member of the CVHS PTSA, learn more about membership, donations, and information from previous meetings here.

 

Spanish Honor Society Inducts Class of 2025: The Spanish Honor Society inducted over 70 students last week into this prestigious group! To qualify for the Spanish Honor Society, "Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica", a student must be enrolled in at least the 10th grade, maintain an "honor average" in their Spanish classes for a minimum of three semesters, and demonstrate high academic achievement in Spanish. Congratulations to these students on their hard work and accomplishments!

Important Information

Advisory Committee for Students with Disabilities Seeks Nominations for First-Class Awards: First-Class Awards are presented each year to individuals who support, design, and/or implement inclusion activities that result in positive outcomes for students. The Advisory Committee for Students with Disabilities (ACSD) is seeking nominations for the 2025 First-Class Awards. This is a great opportunity for the community to recognize and celebrate the inclusion efforts of educators, administrators, and students who demonstrate the inclusion of students with disabilities in all facets of education. 

Nominees should model excellence in their role relative to special education, have a positive impact that benefits disabled and non-disabled students alike, and be committed to creating an inclusive environment and mindset.

Nominate an administrator, staff member, student, or community partner who has made an exceptional contribution to inclusive practices in Fairfax County Public Schools. Nominations close Wednesday, February 19.

 

Application for the 2025 Student Representative to the School Board: The School Board student representative represents the interests of Fairfax County Public Schools students. The student representative is not a member of the School Board but serves in a nonvoting, advisory capacity. Students currently in grades 9, 10, and 11 are eligible to apply. 

Watch this video to learn about the student representative experience from the current representative, Megan Sawant. 

Application Information and Deadlines

To be considered for the election, students are required to provide:

• A written component, which is due Monday, February 24.
• A 30-second candidate video statement, which is due Wednesday, March 26. Candidates will be emailed a link to record their video on Monday, March 17.

Both application components are required to be considered for the election. Read more about the election process.

 

Black History Month Kick-Off Celebration (Note: Date Change) FCPS’ Chief Equity Office invites the community to an Inaugural Black History Month Kickoff Celebration on Wednesday, February 19, 5:30-7:30 p.m., at Carter G. Woodson High School.   

The event begins with a light reception followed by a formal program, From the Threads of Our Past to the Fabric of Our Future. The program will honor the enduring contributions of Black history and culture while envisioning a future rooted in equity and excellence. It will include inspiring performances, personal stories, reflections, and opportunities to connect and celebrate. The event is open to the entire community. 

For more information, contact Nina Thomas, senior manager for Professional Learning and Cultural Responsiveness.

 

FCPS Proposed Budget Progress: Did you know that more than 85% of FCPS’ budget stays in our classrooms? Currently, 92.5% of FCPS staff are school-based, more than neighboring school districts. We are in the middle of FCPS’ annual budget process, which includes opportunities for you to give feedback. Learn more about the proposed FCPS FY 2026 Proposed Budget and see the budget timeline.

🏢 Lean Administrative Staffing: Only 1.1% of FCPS employees are in management roles, far below the 2-4% range of neighboring school districts.

📉 Budget Efficiency: We’ve reduced our budget by sunsetting programs and not starting new initiatives. 92.5% of our positions are school-based, making it very difficult to make additional cuts without impacting the student experience. 

🙅 No New Initiatives: To ensure we're being fiscally responsible, we are not beginning any new programs this year. Everything in our budget aligns with our Strategic Plan, and as our schools and departments continue that alignment, we will continue to see funding efficiencies.

🔎 Baldrige Efficiency Review: We continue our Baldrige efficiency review, analyzing every department to identify areas where we can tighten our processes and align our work with our resources. This commitment to continuous improvement is how we identify cost savings. 

We believe that these measures, along with our commitment to data-driven decisions and strategic planning, allow us to make the best use of our funding and provide the highest quality education for every student.

We are now in the middle of the annual budget process, which includes opportunities for you to give feedback. Learn more about the FCPS FY 2026 Budget and see the budget timeline: bit.ly/FCPS-FY2026-Budget. #InvestInExcellence

 

🏗️ FCPS’ Construction Projects Offer Community-Wide Benefits: The Fairfax County School Board approved the annual update to FCPS’ FY 2026-30 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) at their regular board meeting last week. A CIP is a working budget document that shows the timing and costs of improvement to school buildings, such as renovations, additions, and new schools. Learn more about planned improvements. Fairfax County Public Schools’ updated plans for new school construction, capacity enhancements, and renovations are outlined in the CIP. Projects include constructing two new elementary schools; renovations at 18 elementary schools, two middle schools, and two high schools; and relocation of modular buildings.

 

Make Sure Your Children Are Up-to-Date on Immunizations: Please make sure your child has all of their necessary immunizations. Remember, all students are required to be immunized against certain diseases to attend school in Virginia. This is an important part of keeping children healthy!

Starting Monday, May 19, students who have not provided proof of immunization may not be allowed to attend school. You can check your child’s immunization status and submit updated immunization information by accessing SIS ParentVUE. 

Please check with your healthcare provider to make sure your child is up to date on required immunizations for the 2024-25 school year. If your child needs an immunization, make an appointment with your healthcare provider, visit the Fairfax County Health Department website for a list of child immunization clinics, or view other Immunization Resources. Be wise and immunize!

 

🤧 Protect Yourself and Your Community From the Flu: Fairfax County is experiencing very high levels of influenza (flu) illness. The Fairfax County Health Department reports that visits to emergency departments and urgent care centers for flu-like illness have increased, especially among children, and multiple flu outbreaks have occurred in our community and school settings. Read a letter from the health department. 

The health department suggests taking the following steps to reduce the spread of flu and other germs:   

• Cover coughs and sneezes. If you must be around others while ill, wearing a mask can help reduce spread.
• Wash hands often with soap and water for 20 seconds. Use alcohol-based hand sanitizers when soap and water are not available (with supervision for younger children).
• Clean frequently touched surfaces.

According to the health department, to help prevent or reduce the spread of illness it is important for individuals who are sick to stay home and away from others until symptoms improve and until they have been free of fever for at least 24 hours. Visit this Attendance webpage for guidance on when your child should go to school. 

News from Student Services

College Partnership Program (CPP) Application: 

Do you have a student between grades 8 through 11 who wants to go to college? If so, they should consider applying to the College Partnership Program (CPP), which offers support from exploration to application! The deadline to apply is February 28, 2025.

CPP offers programming to help prepare students and families from 9th grade all the way through applying to and enrolling in college, including:

• Academic counseling
• College visits
• Help with completing college and scholarship applications
• Monthly meetings
• A summer overnight experience on a college campus  
• News and information related to colleges and careers via Schoology

All students are eligible and encouraged to apply to this program, and are expected to meet the following requirements:

• Maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher in core classes
• Attend monthly CPP meetings 
• Are willing to pursue advanced coursework
• Demonstrate leadership in school or community activities

The goal of the program is to systematically mitigate the impact of barriers to access and opportunity, and support students who are from populations that are historically underrepresented on college campuses. This includes students who are the first in their family to attend college in the U.S., Multilingual learners, students who are economically disadvantaged, and students with disabilities.

Application Link: https://tinyurl.com/u2e3hme3 

The application is only open to students using their FCPS G-Suite account. Make sure to do this application on a computer not a phone!

All applications will be submitted ONLINE ONLY. 

Learn More About How Your Child Feels at School: The Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener will be administered to students in grades 3-12 in March. Students use the SEL Screener twice a year to share their perspectives on how well their school and community help them develop the skills they need to succeed. The screener works by asking questions or presenting statements that students can think about and respond to. This gives students a way to share how well their school community makes them feel valued, included, and supported.

After each screening, results are available in the Documents tab of SIS ParentVUE and mailed to families who do not have a ParentVUE account. For more information, including SEL Screener questions and opt-out information, please visit the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage.

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Centreville Students, Families, and Community,

Last week, I had the privilege of witnessing the exceptional nature of our community, both inside and outside the classroom. Our administrators and instructional coaches participated in a structured process to observe student learning and gain a deeper understanding of the current state of instruction. We were able to visit many classrooms and engage with students about the activities they were involved in.

Outside the classroom, I had the chance to support our girls' basketball team during their game against Westfield, watch gymnast Brandon Mills qualify for Regionals on the uneven bars, and celebrate Centreville’s first-ever Girls Wrestling District Champion, Maya Felsted. These are just a few highlights — there's so much more to celebrate within our school community. I encourage you to learn more about our Wonderful Wildcats below.

Looking ahead, barring any inclement weather, Centreville will host the Regional Wrestling Tournament this Thursday during the school day. Hundreds of athletes, families, and community members will be in attendance, so we will have adjusted protocols in place. Specifically, certain areas of the building will be restricted to ensure safety and security, which may impact some students and classes.

Lastly, we continue to seek the support of our families regarding student absences and timeliness. Chronic absenteeism, whether excused or unexcused, can significantly impact academic performance and school-wide outcomes. At Centreville, our goal is to have students in school and on time, so we can provide the best learning experience possible. Thank you for your ongoing partnership as we work together to achieve this goal.

Thank you and Go Wildcats!

Dr. Erik Healey

Principal

Centreville High School

Upcoming Events

February 10-18 - WIDA Testing

February 11 - Career Speaker Series

February 11 - PTSA Meeting - 7:00 PM, CVHS Library

February 13-15 - All-District Chorus, West Springfield High School

February 17 - Presidents Day, No School

February 18 - START on Time Initiative Begins

February 19 - Black History Month Kickoff Celebration (New Date)

February 24 - Spring Sports Begin

February 28 - Ramadan Begins

 

February 10-28 - Individual Academic Advising Meetings: Students will meet one-on-one with their counselors to discuss academic goals and finalize their course selections for next year. These meetings will occur during students’ English classes. We this week with our current sophomores until February 14, and will conclude with current freshmen from February 18-28. 

February 11 - Career Speaker Series Begins: Our College & Career Specialist, Ms. Stamper is proud to bring back the 3rd annual Career Speaker Series. Students in all grade levels are encouraged to attend to hear about the education and training required, daily responsibilities, successes, and challenges in each career field. Here are some of our speakers in the upcoming weeks:

• Police Officer/Detective/Teacher – Tuesday, Feb. 11 during PLUS 2 in the Auditorium: Hear from CVHS Criminal Justice Teacher Mr. Urps about his career as a Police Officer and Detective investigating crimes, examining evidence, questioning suspects and testifying in court. Learn about the education and training needed to work in this law enforcement field and about his transition to teaching.

February 10-18 - WIDA Assessment Testing: Beginning February 10, both current and former ESOL students are scheduled to complete the four-part WIDA annual assessment. Federal law (ESSA) requires that all Level 1-5 English Learners (ELs) participate annually in an English language proficiency assessment. WiDA ACCESS for ELs consists of the following parts (domains): Reading, Listening, Writing, and Speaking. Each domain is a separate test and students must complete all 4 domains to meet the testing requirement. This assessment is used to determine a student’s English language proficiency level, eligibility for ESOL services and testing accommodations. It also provides teachers with information they can use to plan for and support their students’ learning. Participation in this assessment is a critical part of how we measure our students' growth and progress as well as plan for their continued success.

February 11 - PTSA Meeting: Please join us for the monthly PTSA meeting on Tuesday, February 11 at 7:00 PM in the Centreville High School Library. We invite you to join the Parent, Teacher, Student Association (PTSA) to help foster a positive and inclusive school climate. By working together we can build stronger connections that support our students' growth and success. Collaboration between teachers, parents, and students is key to creating an environment where everyone thrives. Your involvement in PTSA is an opportunity to strengthen relationships and make a lasting impact on our school community. If you are not a member of the CVHS PTSA, learn more about membership, donations, and information from previous meetings here.

February 13-15 - All-District Chorus: 25 CVHS singers auditioned for and were selected to participate in the Virginia Choral Directors Association’s District XI Honors Chorus! These students have been learning some challenging music and will rehearse with a guest conductor at West Springfield HS February 13-15. The event will culminate in a concert at 1pm on February 15. The concert is free and open to the public.

February 18 - START on Time Begins: At Centreville, we are committed to ensuring all students are in class regularly and on time to maximize instruction and learning. START on Time is an initiative that works to reduce tardiness and improve transitions between classes, which will lead to improved school climate and increased time dedicated to learning in the classroom. Our goal is to improve student attendance and timeliness, and we want to partner with families to emphasize the importance of this goal. 

February 19 - Black History Month Kickoff Celebration:  After careful consideration, we have decided to postpone the Black History Month Kickoff event, originally scheduled for Wednesday, February 5th. The event will now take place on Wednesday, February 19th. 

As many of you are aware, the Fairfax County Public Schools community has been affected by the tragic airline incident that occurred at Reagan National Airport. In light of this devastating event, we want to provide space for our community to grieve and heal during this difficult time.

FCPS invites students and families to attend the Black History Month Kick-Off Celebration on February 19 from 5:30-7:30PM at Woodson High School. The celebration includes performances that inspire and celebrate Black history and culture and opportunities for reflection on the contributions of Black history and culture.

Wonderful Wildcats

Centreville Musicians Qualify to Audition for All-Virginia Ensemble: Five CVHS band and orchestra students (Daniel Ahn, alto saxophone; Vivien Berg, French horn; Sean Hyjek, viola; Seoyeon Kim, violin; Charlotte Lee, violin) qualified to audition at James Madison University on February 22 for the All-Virginia Ensembles.

Daniel and Vivien qualified to audition for All-VA through their high placements in All-District Band. Sean, Seoyeon and Charlotte qualified to audition for All-VA through their high placements in Senior Regional Orchestra. Both of these qualifying events earned the Centreville musicians spots at the February 22 audition at James Madison University, where they will audition again against hundreds of other musicians from across the state. There are three instrumental ensembles that make up the All-VA band and orchestra (Concert Band, Symphonic Band, Orchestra). Results will be available after the completion of the audition.

 

CVHS Student to Illustrate for Author's Next Book: Eli Delac, a talented 11th grader was chosen to illustrate the cover of the author Jennifer Degenhardt’s next novel. Ms. Degenhardt recently visited our school to talk about a novel that students are reading in Spanish 2. We are so proud of him, and we can’t wait to see this book’s release. Stay tuned!

 

CVHS FBLA Participates in Regional Leadership Conference: CVHS FBLA Chapter members participated in the Regional Leadership Conference at Edison High School on January 29, 2025. Twenty-four members placed in their events, and twelve qualified for the State Leadership Conference. Additionally, Simon Waldman was elected as the new secretary of the NoVA Regional Board.

1st Place Winners:

Abdalla Al Shuwaili & Rishan Reddy - Coding & Programming

Sahir Abrar, Ethan Chan, & Thomas Tran - Computer Game & Simulation Programming

Rohith Pedda & Ritesh Phuyal - Introduction to Social Media Strategy

Adriana Gatillon - Public Policy & Advocacy

 

2nd Place Winners:

Ishan Rekhi - Banking & Financial Systems

Adama Sawi - Client Service

Akarshan Anand, Sidharth Dusanapudi, & Sean Kim - Data Analysis

Kareem Aly - Future Business Educator

Simon Waldman - Impromptu Speaking

Laila Elnokaly, Dariya Imambekova, & Diya Yogesh - Introduction to Business Presentation

Avnee Parmar & Reema Pendyala - Introduction to Even Planning

Ayla Cheema & Alexa Ralston - Public Service Announcement

 

3rd Place Winners:

Taebeen Han - Advertising

Nikhil Bhatt - Computer Problem Solving

Shisir Vadrevu - Cyber Security

Eric Kim, Himadrin Senthil Kumar, & Joshua Park - Digital Video Production

Parth Chadha & Siddhartha Guggilam - Introduction to Programming

Julia Noh - Organizational Leadership

Shreya Selvamani & Twisha Sinha - Visual Design

 

4th Place Winners:

Abhinav Sankuratri & Alexander Sobol - International Business

Nicolas Irias Isaula & Kenshi Kadarusman - Sales Presentation

 

5th Place Winners: 

Adithi Balamurugan - Introduction to Business Communication

Nitish Vankina - Introduction to FBLA

Yeojune Yun - Public Speaking

 

CVHS Drumline First Competition: Congratulations Centreville Indoor Drumline on a fantastic first competitive performance of the season on Saturday at Tuscarora High School! Students have been preparing diligently for this competition and we are proud of their efforts!

 

 

Latino Student Union Spreading Positive Messages: The Latino Student Union came together last week to create Valentine's Day cards to give to Centreville's Multilingual Learner students. These leaders designed cards and wrote messages in Spanish to be delivered to their peers. Thank you to the LSU for spreading a sense of belonging and creating a positive school climate for all students!

 

 

 

Students Pitch CoffeeVille Business: Students from our English Language Development (ELD) course pitched a proposal for a temporary business at CVHS. Students conducted market research and presented a proposal to Dr. Healey and Mr. Brown for their business, CoffeeVille, which will serve coffee and tea to students and staff during lunch. The menu will be coming to you soon! Congratulations to these students for their hard work!

Important Information

Advisory Committee for Students with Disabilities Seeks Nominations for First-Class Awards: First-Class Awards are presented each year to individuals who support, design, and/or implement inclusion activities that result in positive outcomes for students. The Advisory Committee for Students with Disabilities (ACSD) is seeking nominations for the 2025 First-Class Awards. This is a great opportunity for the community to recognize and celebrate the inclusion efforts of educators, administrators, and students who demonstrate the inclusion of students with disabilities in all facets of education. 

Nominees should model excellence in their role relative to special education, have a positive impact that benefits disabled and non-disabled students alike, and be committed to creating an inclusive environment and mindset.

Nominate an administrator, staff member, student, or community partner who has made an exceptional contribution to inclusive practices in Fairfax County Public Schools. Nominations close Wednesday, February 19.

 

Application for the 2025 Student Representative to the School Board: The School Board student representative represents the interests of Fairfax County Public Schools students. The student representative is not a member of the School Board but serves in a nonvoting, advisory capacity. Students currently in grades 9, 10, and 11 are eligible to apply. 

Watch this video to learn about the student representative experience from the current representative, Megan Sawant. 

Application Information and Deadlines

To be considered for the election, students are required to provide:

• A written component, which is due Monday, February 24.
• A 30-second candidate video statement, which is due Wednesday, March 26. Candidates will be emailed a link to record their video on Monday, March 17.

Both application components are required to be considered for the election. Read more about the election process.

 

Black History Month Kick-Off Celebration (Note: Date Change) FCPS’ Chief Equity Office invites the community to an Inaugural Black History Month Kickoff Celebration on Wednesday, February 19, 5:30-7:30 p.m., at Carter G. Woodson High School.   

The event begins with a light reception followed by a formal program, From the Threads of Our Past to the Fabric of Our Future. The program will honor the enduring contributions of Black history and culture while envisioning a future rooted in equity and excellence. It will include inspiring performances, personal stories, reflections, and opportunities to connect and celebrate. The event is open to the entire community. 

For more information, contact Nina Thomas, senior manager for Professional Learning and Cultural Responsiveness.

 

Community Boundary Review Meetings: The Superintendent’s Boundary Review Advisory Committee held its second meeting on December 16 at Gatehouse Administration Center. View key takeaways from that meeting and access the meeting agenda, slides, and other materials that committee members received.  If you did not get a chance to attend an in-person Community Boundary Review Meeting, please consider participating in one of the following virtual meetings:

• Monday, February 10, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

Language interpretation will be available. 

All virtual meetings will follow the same format as the in-person meetings that were recently held, and the same information will be shared. Please stay tuned for details on how to register. Visit FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage to learn more. Sign up for FCPS’ School Boundary Review newsletter as well.

 

FCPS Proposed Budget Progress: The Fairfax County School Board discussed the FCPS Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Proposed Budget at their work session on February 4. They discussed details regarding student enrollment and investments in students requiring additional support, market comparison data for surrounding school divisions, and an update on progress toward achieving the Baldrige Award for Performance Excellence. Baldrige is a framework used to assess and improve organizational performance across various sectors, including education. 

The School Board also held a public hearing on February 4, where they invited the community to share their feedback on the proposed budget.

On Tuesday, February 18, the Fairfax County executive will present the county’s Advertised Budget, and the School Board will hold a work session on FCPS’ FY 2026 Proposed Budget. View the Budget Development Calendar.

Breaking Down the Budget: More than 85% of the budget is dedicated to instruction and reflects the needs of our community’s young people in response to the changing world around us. Budget priorities include providing competitive compensation for all employees, including a 7% salary increase for all staff.  

Our families want their children in high-quality schools with the best teachers who provide rigorous academic experiences. FCPS must provide competitive compensation to attract and retain our outstanding educators, administrators, and other school-based and operational staff dedicated to the success of our students. 

The proposed 7% salary increase would likely move FCPS to the highest starting salary for teachers with a master's degree among our neighboring counties and greatly improve our recruitment efforts amidst an ongoing teacher shortage. Visit the Budget webpage for more information.

 

Make Sure Your Children Are Up-to-Date on Immunizations: Please make sure your child has all of their necessary immunizations. Remember, all students are required to be immunized against certain diseases to attend school in Virginia. This is an important part of keeping children healthy!

Starting Monday, May 19, students who have not provided proof of immunization may not be allowed to attend school. You can check your child’s immunization status and submit updated immunization information by accessing SIS ParentVUE. 

Please check with your healthcare provider to make sure your child is up to date on required immunizations for the 2024-25 school year. If your child needs an immunization, make an appointment with your healthcare provider, visit the Fairfax County Health Department website for a list of child immunization clinics, or view other Immunization Resources. Be wise and immunize!

 

Students Invited to Share Their Voices at the 2025 Family Summit: The 2025 FCPS Family Summit will take place on Saturday, March 15, at South Lakes High School. Visit the Family Summit webpage for more information. 

At the event, FCPS students will be invited to showcase projects and advocacy efforts around inclusivity in schools. This is a great resume-building opportunity, and students can earn service hours as well. Students may share their work in a share-fair environment using posters, essays, videos, songs, or art. They will interact with attendees through conversations about their work, ideas, and efforts to foster inclusivity in school communities. 

Students must use this Google Form to participate by Monday, February 17. A list of possible projects is also on the form. More information will be provided after the student’s submission is received. Please contact Manuel Gomez Portillo with any questions. 

✨ Centering student voice is part of FCPS’ Strategic Plan Goal 2: Safe, Supported, Included, and Empowered.

News from Student Services

College Partnership Program (CPP) Application: 

Do you have a student between grades 8 through 11 who wants to go to college? If so, they should consider applying to the College Partnership Program (CPP), which offers support from exploration to application! The deadline to apply is February 28, 2025.

CPP offers programming to help prepare students and families from 9th grade all the way through applying to and enrolling in college, including:

• Academic counseling
• College visits
• Help with completing college and scholarship applications
• Monthly meetings
• A summer overnight experience on a college campus  
• News and information related to colleges and careers via Schoology

All students are eligible and encouraged to apply to this program, and are expected to meet the following requirements:

• Maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher in core classes
• Attend monthly CPP meetings 
• Are willing to pursue advanced coursework
• Demonstrate leadership in school or community activities

The goal of the program is to systematically mitigate the impact of barriers to access and opportunity, and support students who are from populations that are historically underrepresented on college campuses. This includes students who are the first in their family to attend college in the U.S., Multilingual learners, students who are economically disadvantaged, and students with disabilities.

Application Link: https://tinyurl.com/u2e3hme3 

The application is only open to students using their FCPS G-Suite account. Make sure to do this application on a computer not a phone!

All applications will be submitted ONLINE ONLY. 

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students: Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as: Mood/behavior; changes, motivation, grief/loss; Anxiety, worry, fears; Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships; Academic stress. You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940. Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

Graduation Requirements and Planning: Careful consideration is essential when planning next year's courses. We encourage our students and families to review the Graduation Requirements and Course Planning webpage to make informed decisions while planning for success in high school and beyond. Reviewing the Program of Studies may be helpful as well. 

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Centreville Students, Families, and Community,

First, my thoughts go out to the students, families, and staff that have been impacted by the tragedy that occurred last week on the Potomac River. In difficult times, we must lean on each other a little more. If there are any students who are struggling with processing these recent events, please do not hesitate to reach out to a member of our Student Services team. 

As we shift into February, we celebrate Black History Month, a time to honor the achievements, contributions, and central role of African Americans in U.S. history. This year’s theme, "African Americans and Labor," highlights the impact Black workers, entrepreneurs, and leaders have had in shaping our nation’s economic and social landscape. At Centreville, we believe Black history is American history, and we remain committed to providing students with meaningful opportunities to engage with these important stories—not just this month, but all year long. 

In addition, this week marks National School Counseling Week, a time to recognize the incredible impact school counselors have on student success and well-being. Our counselors play a vital role in supporting students academically, socially, and emotionally—whether through classroom lessons, group sessions, or individual guidance. I encourage students and families to reach out to our counselors this week to share your appreciation. A huge thank you to our counselors for all the ways, both seen and unseen, they support our students!

Thank you and Go Wildcats!

Dr. Erik Healey

Principal

Centreville High School

Upcoming Events

February 3-28 - Academic Advising Meetings

February 3 - Career Speaker Series

February 3-7 - National School Counseling Week

February 10-18 - WIDA Testing

February 11 - PTSA Meeting - 7:00 PM, CVHS Library

February 13-15 - All-District Chorus, West Springfield High School

February 17 - Presidents Day, No School

February 18 - START on Time Initiative Begins

February 19 - Black History Month Kickoff Celebration (New Date)

February 24 - Spring Sports Begin

February 28 - Ramadan Begins

 

February 3-28 - Individual Academic Advising Meetings: Students will meet one-on-one with their counselors to discuss academic goals and finalize their course selections for next year. These meetings will occur during students’ English classes. We this week with our current sophomores until February 14, and will conclude with current freshmen from February 18-28. 

February 3 - Career Speaker Series Begins: Our College & Career Specialist, Ms. Stamper is proud to bring back the 3rd annual Career Speaker Series. Students in all grade levels are encouraged to attend to hear about the education and training required, daily responsibilities, successes, and challenges in each career field. Here are some of our speakers in the upcoming weeks:

• Nurse Practitioner & Midwife – Monday, Feb. 3 during PLUS 8 in the Auditorium: Meet CVHS parent Ms. Magenheimer who will share about the advanced clinical education and training Nurse Practitioners need to perform physical exams, diagnose and treat diseases, and prescribe medication. She will also detail her career as a Midwife, working with women through pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care. This is a great session for anyone interested in the healthcare field!

• Attorney – Wednesday, Feb. 5 during PLUS 2 in the Lecture Hall: Meet CVHS parent Ms. Chin, a Partner in a local law firm and a leader in family law advocating for clients through divorce and child custody cases. Learn about law school requirements as well as the essential skills needed to provide compassionate and effective legal representation during challenging times.

• Police Officer/Detective/Teacher – Tuesday, Feb. 11 during PLUS 2 in the Auditorium: Hear from CVHS Criminal Justice Teacher Mr. Urps about his career as a Police Officer and Detective investigating crimes, examining evidence, questioning suspects and testifying in court. Learn about the education and training needed to work in this law enforcement field and about his transition to teaching.

February 3-7 - National School Counseling Week: This week is National School Counseling Week, which highlights the tremendous impact school counselors have in helping students achieve academic success and planning for a career. School counselors work with students in a variety of different capacities, whether it is through classroom lessons, group sessions, or individual counseling. Learn more about the role of school counselors in FCPS. Our counselors focus on positive ways to enhance students’ academic, career and social/emotional development, work with our teachers to provide an environment where students can realize their potential, and work in partnership with parents to support the needs of our students. We cannot thank our counseling team enough for all their hard work and dedication to the welfare of our students!

February 10-18 - WIDA Assessment Testing: Beginning February 10, both current and former ESOL students are scheduled to complete the four-part WIDA annual assessment. Federal law (ESSA) requires that all Level 1-5 English Learners (ELs) participate annually in an English language proficiency assessment. WiDA ACCESS for ELs consists of the following parts (domains): Reading, Listening, Writing, and Speaking. Each domain is a separate test and students must complete all 4 domains to meet the testing requirement. This assessment is used to determine a student’s English language proficiency level, eligibility for ESOL services and testing accommodations. It also provides teachers with information they can use to plan for and support their students’ learning. Participation in this assessment is a critical part of how we measure our students' growth and progress as well as plan for their continued success.

February 11 - PTSA Meeting: Please join us for the monthly PTSA meeting on Tuesday, February 11 at 7:00 PM in the Centreville High School Library. We invite you to join the Parent, Teacher, Student Association (PTSA) to help foster a positive and inclusive school climate. By working together we can build stronger connections that support our students' growth and success. Collaboration between teachers, parents, and students is key to creating an environment where everyone thrives. Your involvement in PTSA is an opportunity to strengthen relationships and make a lasting impact on our school community. If you are not a member of the CVHS PTSA, learn more about membership, donations, and information from previous meetings here.

February 13-15 - All-District Chorus: 25 CVHS singers auditioned for and were selected to participate in the Virginia Choral Directors Association’s District XI Honors Chorus! These students have been learning some challenging music and will rehearse with a guest conductor at West Springfield HS February 13-15. The event will culminate in a concert at 1pm on February 15. The concert is free and open to the public.

February 18 - START on Time Begins: At Centreville, we are committed to ensuring all students are in class regularly and on time to maximize instruction and learning. START on Time is an initiative that works to reduce tardiness and improve transitions between classes, which will lead to improved school climate and increased time dedicated to learning in the classroom. Our goal is to improve student attendance and timeliness, and we want to partner with families to emphasize the importance of this goal. 

February 19 - Black History Month Kickoff Celebration:  After careful consideration, we have decided to postpone the Black History Month Kickoff event, originally scheduled for Wednesday, February 5th. The event will now take place on Wednesday, February 19th. 

As many of you are aware, the Fairfax County Public Schools community has been affected by the tragic airline incident that occurred at Reagan National Airport. In light of this devastating event, we want to provide space for our community to grieve and heal during this difficult time.

FCPS invites students and families to attend the Black History Month Kick-Off Celebration on February 19 from 5:30-7:30PM at Woodson High School. The celebration includes performances that inspire and celebrate Black history and culture and opportunities for reflection on the contributions of Black history and culture.

Wonderful Wildcats

All-District Band: Congratulations again to Vivien Berg, Daniel Ahn, Joey Ho, Mallory Smith, Jordan Hall, Aileen Shin, Seth Witte, and Jayden Choi who successfully auditioned for and participated in the Virginia Band and Orchestra Directors Associations’ District XI All-District Band this weekend. These students represented Centreville incredibly well, and we could not be more proud of their accomplishments. Thank you Ms. Hall for your dedication to our students and our band program.

 

All-District Chorus Selections: 25 CVHS singers auditioned for and were selected to participate in the Virginia Choral Directors Association’s District XI Honors Chorus! These students have been learning some challenging music and will rehearse with a guest conductor at West Springfield HS February 13-15. The event will culminate in a concert at 1pm on February 15. The concert is free and open to the public. Congratulations to the following singers:

Treble Choir

• Emily Thomas

• Madelyn Regan

• Divya Iyer

• Annie Chun

• Ruthy Seo

• Kadija Sesay

• Gigi Okey-Eboh

• Elizabeth Matthesen

• Adinda Rania

• Catherine Chen

 

 

 

 

 

Mixed Choir

• Val Chiotti

• Alice Sengstack

• Audrey Nagle

• Sarah Ababu

• Prithika Raja

• Makena Nelson

• Annika Aneja

• Anvita Tangella

• Laasini Kurella

• Audrey Payne

• Sawyer Cable

• Alan Dominguez-Lopez

• Giles Jordan

• Jackson Sobel

• Ryan Knutti

 

Impact of Words Student Panel: Fatih Eren, one of Centreville's Student Equity Ambassador Leaders (SEALs), participated in a student panel at Liberty Middle School last week on the Impact of our Words. The student assemblies were conducted to increase understanding of the harmful impact of slurs and their connection to prejudice and hate, develop empathy and perspective-taking, promote respectful communication, and create shared responsibility to cultivating an inclusive environment. We are proud of Fatih for his leadership and his dedication to equity work across our pyramid!

 

Science Fair Winners: On Thursday last week, 25 CVHS students participated in this year's Science Fair. Of the 25 projects submitted, 20 of them will advance to the Regional Fair at Robinson Secondary School on March 21-23! We are incredibly proud of all the science and engineering research conducted by these students.

 

Wrestling Senior Night: Congratulations to our wrestling athletes and managers on a successful senior night! Our team showed incredible support for one another and high-levels of sportsmanship. Our team came away with victories in seven of the 11 matches last Wednesday evening.

Important Information

Advisory Committee for Students with Disabilities Seeks Nominations for First-Class Awards: First-Class Awards are presented each year to individuals who support, design, and/or implement inclusion activities that result in positive outcomes for students. The Advisory Committee for Students with Disabilities (ACSD) is seeking nominations for the 2025 First-Class Awards. This is a great opportunity for the community to recognize and celebrate the inclusion efforts of educators, administrators, and students who demonstrate the inclusion of students with disabilities in all facets of education. 

Nominees should model excellence in their role relative to special education, have a positive impact that benefits disabled and non-disabled students alike, and be committed to creating an inclusive environment and mindset.

Nominate an administrator, staff member, student, or community partner who has made an exceptional contribution to inclusive practices in Fairfax County Public Schools. Nominations close Wednesday, February 19.

 

Application for the 2025 Student Representative to the School Board: The School Board student representative represents the interests of Fairfax County Public Schools students. The student representative is not a member of the School Board but serves in a nonvoting, advisory capacity. Students currently in grades 9, 10, and 11 are eligible to apply. 

Watch this video to learn about the student representative experience from the current representative, Megan Sawant. 

Application Information and Deadlines

To be considered for the election, students are required to provide:

• A written component, which is due Monday, February 24.
• A 30-second candidate video statement, which is due Wednesday, March 26. Candidates will be emailed a link to record their video on Monday, March 17.

Both application components are required to be considered for the election. Read more about the election process.

 

Community Boundary Review Meetings: The Superintendent’s Boundary Review Advisory Committee held its second meeting on December 16 at Gatehouse Administration Center. View key takeaways from that meeting and access the meeting agenda, slides, and other materials that committee members received.  If you did not get a chance to attend an in-person Community Boundary Review Meeting, please consider participating in one of the following virtual meetings:

• Monday, February 10, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

Language interpretation will be available. 

All virtual meetings will follow the same format as the in-person meetings that were recently held, and the same information will be shared. Please stay tuned for details on how to register. Visit FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage to learn more. Sign up for FCPS’ School Boundary Review newsletter as well.

 

Kiss & Ride Reminders: At the mid-year point of the school year, we wanted to send some reminders about the Kiss & ride procedures. 

First, there are two areas for parents/guardians to pick up and drop off students. One is past the stadium where students can be dropped off near the cafeteria, and the other is in the front of the building in the parking lot. We ask parents/guardians to refrain from using the bus loop to pick up or drop off students. 

Additionally, we ask parents/guardians to move through the Kiss & Ride line continuously and safely. To the greatest extent possible, we ask parents/guardians not to park in the spaces to drop students off. We have limited parking for staff and we want to keep them open for when our staff arrive. We thank you for your ongoing cooperation to have a smooth process for students to arrive and depart from school safely.

 

FCPS’ Proposed Construction Projects Offer Community-Wide Benefits: Fairfax County Public Schools’ updated plans for new school construction, capacity enhancements, and renovations are outlined in the proposed FY 2026-30 Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Projects include constructing two new elementary schools; renovations at 18 elementary schools, two middle schools, and two high schools; and relocation of modular buildings.

The proposed CIP was presented to the School Board at the January 14 work session. A public hearing was also held January 14. The School Board will take action on the proposed CIP at its Thursday, February 6 meeting. 

As we move forward in our renovation process, there will be regular updates on the status and timeline for staff, students, and families.

 

Student Rights & Responsibilities Cell Phone Policy Survey Coming Soon: All FCPS families and middle and high school students will be receiving an email invitation on Tuesday, January 21, to participate in a survey about FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R), cell phone policy, and cell phone storage options. The survey will be available from January 21 to February 3. Please take a few moments to share your feedback and help FCPS make informed, inclusive decisions for all of our schools!

 

News from Student Services

College Partnership Program (CPP) Application: 

Do you have a student between grades 8 through 11 who wants to go to college? If so, they should consider applying to the College Partnership Program (CPP), which offers support from exploration to application! The deadline to apply is February 28, 2025.

CPP offers programming to help prepare students and families from 9th grade all the way through applying to and enrolling in college, including:

• Academic counseling
• College visits
• Help with completing college and scholarship applications
• Monthly meetings
• A summer overnight experience on a college campus  
• News and information related to colleges and careers via Schoology

All students are eligible and encouraged to apply to this program, and are expected to meet the following requirements:

• Maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher in core classes
• Attend monthly CPP meetings 
• Are willing to pursue advanced coursework
• Demonstrate leadership in school or community activities

The goal of the program is to systematically mitigate the impact of barriers to access and opportunity, and support students who are from populations that are historically underrepresented on college campuses. This includes students who are the first in their family to attend college in the U.S., Multilingual learners, students who are economically disadvantaged, and students with disabilities.

Application Link: https://tinyurl.com/u2e3hme3 

The application is only open to students using their FCPS G-Suite account. Make sure to do this application on a computer not a phone!

All applications will be submitted ONLINE ONLY. 

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students: Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as: Mood/behavior; changes, motivation, grief/loss; Anxiety, worry, fears; Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships; Academic stress. You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940. Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

Graduation Requirements and Planning: Careful consideration is essential when planning next year's courses. We encourage our students and families to review the Graduation Requirements and Course Planning webpage to make informed decisions while planning for success in high school and beyond. Reviewing the Program of Studies may be helpful as well. 

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Centreville Students, Families, and Community,

As we approach the end of the semester and academic performance often becomes the focal point, this week I was reminded how crucial it is to also keep in mind our school's commitment to building a positive school climate. We strive to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where every student feels empowered to succeed. At Centreville, we are aligned with our division’s dedication to honoring each student's identity and experience, and to ensuring their safety and well-being within an inclusive school culture. This broader focus on climate helps nurture a sense of belonging and allows every student to flourish, both academically and personally.

In line with our commitment to fostering academic engagement and inclusion, our Student Services team has begun meeting with our rising seniors for academic advising. These sessions are an opportunity to encourage students to embrace academic challenges and take ownership of their educational journey. Our focus is on fostering a growth mindset, reinforcing our mindset that every student has the potential to learn and achieve at high levels. We will continue to create an environment where students are encouraged to take academic risks, push their boundaries, and unlock their full potential. Together, we can help our students grow into resilient, engaged learners ready to take on the future.

I encourage students and families to visit Centreville's Academic Advising site, where you can access course selection sheets, overviews on course options and expectations, and additional information on our course offerings. As always, feel free to reach out to our Student Services team if you have questions or need support. 

Thank you and Go Wildcats!

Dr. Erik Healey

Principal

Centreville High School

Upcoming Events

January 21-February 28 - Academic Advising Meetings

January 27 - Holocaust Remembrance Day

January 27 - Career Speaker Series

January 28 - End of Quarter 2

January 29 - Teacher Workday (No School)

January 30 - Science Fair

February 5 - Black History Month Kickoff Celebration

 

January 21-February 28 - Individual Academic Advising Meetings: Students will meet one-on-one with their counselors to discuss academic goals and finalize their course selections for next year. These meetings will occur during students’ English classes. We will begin with current juniors from January 21-31, current sophomores from February 3-14, and will conclude with current freshmen from February 18-28. 

January 27 - Holocaust Remembrance Day: January 27 is designated by the United Nations General Assembly as International Holocaust Remembrance Day (IHRD). The purpose of International Holocaust Remembrance Day is two-fold: to serve as a date for official commemoration of the victims of the Nazi regime and to promote Holocaust education throughout the world. Since 2010, the UN has designated specific themes for the annual commemorations that focus on topics such as collective experiences and universal human rights. In addition to International Holocaust Remembrance Day, many countries hold national commemoration ceremonies on other dates connected to the Holocaust. 

Acknowledging International Holocaust Remembrance Day in K-12 schools provides an opportunity for students to learn about the profound impact of the Holocaust, honoring the memory of its victims while fostering an understanding of the importance of universal human rights and the dangers of hatred and intolerance. Its purpose is to promote empathy, respect, and a commitment to preventing future atrocities, serving as a unifying message for all communities.

January 27 - Career Speaker Series Begins: Our College & Career Specialist, Ms. Stamper is proud to bring back the 3rd annual Career Speaker Series. Students in all grade levels are encouraged to attend to hear about the education and training required, daily responsibilities, successes, and challenges in each career field. Here are some of our speakers in the upcoming weeks:

• Nuclear Engineer & Naval Officer - Monday, Jan. 27 during PLUS 5 in the Lecture Hall - Hear from CVHS teacher Mr. LaCoste, who spent two decades as a Submarine Officer overseeing the research, design, maintenance and operation of Navy nuclear reactors and power plants that drive the most advanced fleet of submarines and aircraft carriers on earth. Great session for students interested in military service or engineering!.
• Social Worker – Thursday, Jan. 30 during PLUS 7 in the Lecture Hall - Learn from CVHS Social Worker Ms. Diaz how this profession helps people with a variety of problems through counseling, advice, and support. Social Workers are fierce advocates for social justice and the rights of people who are vulnerable or discriminated against. Clients can include children, families, refugees and asylum seekers, adults with learning disabilities, substance abuse problems, mental health concerns, or physical disabilities.
• Nurse Practitioner & Midwife – Monday, Feb. 3 during PLUS 8 in the Auditorium – Meet CVHS parent Ms. Magenheimer who will share about the advanced clinical education and training Nurse Practitioners need to perform physical exams, diagnose and treat diseases, and prescribe medication. She will also detail her career as a Midwife, working with women through pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care. This is a great session for anyone interested in the healthcare field!

January 28 - End of Semester: Tuesday, January 28, is the last day of the quarter. SIS Gradebook will be unavailable beginning at 4:00pm.

January 29 - Lunar New Year No School For Students: Lunar New Year falls at quarter end on Wednesday, January 29. The day will be a teacher work day and there will be no school for students. See the complete school year calendar.

January 30 - Science Fair: The school-based Science Fair will be held in the library on Thursday January 30th after school from 3-4 pm. We have 26 scheduled projects of students to present at this point. Meritorious projects will advance to the Regional Science Fair on March 21-23, where students can compete for monetary prizes and scholarships.

February 5 - Black History Month Kickoff Celebration: FCPS invites students and families to attend the Black History Month Kick-Off Celebration on February 5 from 5:30-7:30PM at Woodson High School. The celebration includes performances that inspire and celebrate Black history and culture and opportunities for reflection on the contributions of Black history and culture.

Wonderful Wildcats

All-District Band Selections: Congratulations to the following students who successfully auditioned for and were selected to participate in the Virginia Band and Orchestra Directors Associations’ District XI All-District Band:

• Daniel Ahn – Symphonic Band Alto Saxophone
• Vivien Berg – Symphonic Band French Horn 
• Jayden Choi – Concert Band Clarinet
• Jordan Hall – Concert Band Tuba
• Joey Ho – Concert Band Trumpet
• Aileen Shin – Symphonic Band Clarinet 
• Mallory Smith – Concert Band Tenor Saxophone
• Seth Witte – Concert Band Clarinet

The students below were selected as alternates:

• Veronica Bernat, Bassoon
• Ben Lovecchio, Alto Saxophone
• Prabhas Yerra, Bass Clarinet

The musicians auditioned among over 800 other students to earn these elite spots in the ensembles. Students will have the opportunity to work with guest conductors Mr. Bobby Lambert from Wando High School (SC) and Dr. Scott Tobias from University of West Virginia (WV) at the event, taking place January 30-February 1 at West Springfield High School. The concert, which is free and open to the public, takes place at 2PM on 2/1/25 at West Springfield HS.

Based on their high scores earned during the audition, junior Daniel Ahn and sophomore Vivien Berg are also eligible to audition for the All-VA ensembles in February at James Madison University.

 

One Centreville Field Trip Connects Students Across Pyramid: The One-Centreville club was established to promote a community connection between Centreville HS and Centreville ES! High school students visit kindergarten, first and second grade classrooms throughout the year to read a book and complete a related activity. Our students love the opportunity to be leaders in the elementary classes and the elementary students love working with high schoolers! Thank you for allowing your students to leave a few minutes early for this opportunity!

 

Important Information

Application for the 2025 Student Representative to the School Board: The School Board student representative represents the interests of Fairfax County Public Schools students. The student representative is not a member of the School Board but serves in a nonvoting, advisory capacity. Students currently in grades 9, 10, and 11 are eligible to apply. 

Watch this video to learn about the student representative experience from the current representative, Megan Sawant. 

Application Information and Deadlines

To be considered for the election, students are required to provide:

• A written component, which is due Monday, February 24.
• A 30-second candidate video statement, which is due Wednesday, March 26. Candidates will be emailed a link to record their video on Monday, March 17.

Both application components are required to be considered for the election. Read more about the election process.

Community Boundary Review Meetings: The Superintendent’s Boundary Review Advisory Committee held its second meeting on December 16 at Gatehouse Administration Center. View key takeaways from that meeting and access the meeting agenda, slides, and other materials that committee members received.  If you did not get a chance to attend an in-person Community Boundary Review Meeting, please consider participating in one of the following virtual meetings:

• Monday, January 27, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

• Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

• Monday, February 10, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

Language interpretation will be available. 

All virtual meetings will follow the same format as the in-person meetings that were recently held, and the same information will be shared. Please stay tuned for details on how to register. Visit FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage to learn more. Sign up for FCPS’ School Boundary Review newsletter as well.

 

Proposed Budget Presented to School BoardSuperintendent Dr. Michelle Reid presented the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Proposed Budget at the School Board meeting on Thursday, January 23. Watch a video of the presentation. 

The proposed budget reflects FCPS’ continued focus on providing a world-class education for each and every student while recognizing the hard work and commitment of our outstanding employees. The budget focuses on competitive compensation — including a 7% salary increase for all staff — investing in students who require additional support, and the continuation of multiyear investments. It reflects the needs of and FCPS’ commitments to Fairfax County students, families, and community members. Learn more on the Budget website. 

 

FCPS’ Proposed Construction Projects Offer Community-Wide Benefits: Fairfax County Public Schools’ updated plans for new school construction, capacity enhancements, and renovations are outlined in the proposed FY 2026-30 Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Projects include constructing two new elementary schools; renovations at 18 elementary schools, two middle schools, and two high schools; and relocation of modular buildings.

The proposed CIP was presented to the School Board at the January 14 work session. A public hearing was also held January 14. The School Board will take action on the proposed CIP at its Thursday, February 6 meeting. 

As we move forward in our renovation process, there will be regular updates on the status and timeline for staff, students, and families.

 

Student Rights & Responsibilities Cell Phone Policy Survey Coming Soon: All FCPS families and middle and high school students will be receiving an email invitation on Tuesday, January 21, to participate in a survey about FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R), cell phone policy, and cell phone storage options. The survey will be available from January 21 to February 3. Please take a few moments to share your feedback and help FCPS make informed, inclusive decisions for all of our schools!

 

StudentVue & ParentVue Gradebook Available Until End-of-Quarter: Based on community feedback from the first quarter closure, FCPS revisited the scheduled dates for closing the Gradebook and Report Card modules in the SIS ParentVUE and StudentVUE apps. Moving forward, the app will close in alignment with the actual quarter-end dates. This change will allow students and families to view their assignments and grades until the last day of the quarter. Gradebook will be closed for the second quarter from Tuesday, January 28, 4:00 PM to Tuesday, February 4, 6:00 AM.

 

Virginia’s Student Assessment Summary for Families

This month, families of students who took any Standards of Learning (SOL) test between school years 2015-16 and 2023-24 will receive a Student Assessment Summary Report. The report shows a student’s state percentile ranking for each test. This allows families to see how their child ranked compared to all Virginia students who took the same test that year. 

Reports are available now in SIS ParentVUE Documents. We will distribute them to students whose families do not have ParentVUE access. Learn how to access ParentVUE. 

The report is intended to help families reflect on how their child performed across all tested subjects over the years. Our staff members are committed to working with families to help every student reach their highest potential. Learn more about student assessments in FCPS.

 

What Families Can Do to Fight Drug Misuse

FCPS is committed to raising awareness about the opioid epidemic with our educators, parents/caregivers, and students. Together, we can help ensure our students thrive.

What can families do?

• Show you disapprove of underage drinking and other drug misuse. More than 80% of young people ages 10-18 say their parents are the leading influence on their decision whether to drink. 
• Show you care about your child’s health, wellness, and success. 
• Show you are a good source of information about alcohol and other drugs. Find helpful resources on the FCPS Opioid Awareness webpage. 
• Pay attention to your child and discourage risky behaviors. 
• Build your child’s skills and strategies for avoiding drinking and drug use. Talk with your child about what they would do if faced with a decision about alcohol and drugs, such as texting a code word to a family member or practicing how they will say, “No thanks.”

Get more information on opioid awareness.

News from Student Services

College Partnership Program (CPP) Application: 

Do you have a student between grades 8 through 11 who wants to go to college? If so, they should consider applying to the College Partnership Program (CPP), which offers support from exploration to application! The deadline to apply is February 28, 2025.

CPP offers programming to help prepare students and families from 9th grade all the way through applying to and enrolling in college, including:

• Academic counseling
• College visits
• Help with completing college and scholarship applications
• Monthly meetings
• A summer overnight experience on a college campus  
• News and information related to colleges and careers via Schoology

All students are eligible and encouraged to apply to this program, and are expected to meet the following requirements:

• Maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher in core classes
• Attend monthly CPP meetings 
• Are willing to pursue advanced coursework
• Demonstrate leadership in school or community activities

The goal of the program is to systematically mitigate the impact of barriers to access and opportunity, and support students who are from populations that are historically underrepresented on college campuses. This includes students who are the first in their family to attend college in the U.S., Multilingual learners, students who are economically disadvantaged, and students with disabilities.

Application Link: https://tinyurl.com/u2e3hme3 

The application is only open to students using their FCPS G-Suite account. Make sure to do this application on a computer not a phone!

All applications will be submitted ONLINE ONLY. 

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students: Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as: Mood/behavior; changes, motivation, grief/loss; Anxiety, worry, fears; Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships; Academic stress. You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940. Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

Graduation Requirements and Planning: Careful consideration is essential when planning next year's courses. We encourage our students and families to review the Graduation Requirements and Course Planning webpage to make informed decisions while planning for success in high school and beyond. Reviewing the Program of Studies may be helpful as well. 

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Centreville Students, Families, and Community,

Today, we honor the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and his dedication to equity, equality, and service. I encourage everyone to use this day as an opportunity to reflect as well as serve. In the Centreville community this weekend, we had numerous students and community members come together on Saturday to support our partnership with Food For Neighbors at the Red Bag sorting event. Thank you to all who participated in this opportunity to serve our community! 

Last week presented numerous opportunities for us to engage as a community. Thank you to all the parents and guardians who attended the PTSA meeting on Tuesday. Our goal is to increase our membership so we can ensure all voices are represented and heard. Please consider joining the Centreville PTSA using this link. Additionally, I was able to attend the Korean Parent Information Meeting this week, as well as celebrate with our athletes and families at both the Girls Basketball and Swim & Dive Senior Nights!

This past Wednesday, we also hosted our Curriculum Night, one of my favorite events of the year. It was wonderful to meet our incoming students and families, support our current students, and have the opportunity to showcase our incredible staff. This event is not just about academic programs but also highlights how we support students in their social and emotional development. If you have additional questions, don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re here to help.

As we approach the end of the second quarter on Tuesday, January 28, I want to remind everyone of the importance of finishing strong. While semester grades are finalized on Tuesday, our rolling gradebook policy ensures that students have ongoing opportunities to demonstrate progress and improve their performance. 

As a reminder, Wednesday, January 29 is a teacher workday. There will be no school for students. We will return to school on Thursday, January 30 to begin the third quarter. As always, reach out with any questions.

Thank you and Go Wildcats!

Dr. Erik Healey

Principal

Centreville High School

Upcoming Events

January 20 - Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday (No School)

January 21 - February 28 - Academic Advising Meetings

January 21 - Career Speaker Series Begins

January 28 - End of Quarter 2

January 29 - Teacher Workday (No School)

 

January 20 - Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday: Schools and offices will be closed on Monday, January 20, for the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday. See the complete school year calendar.

January 21-February 28 - Individual Academic Advising Meetings: Students will meet one-on-one with their counselors to discuss academic goals and finalize their course selections for next year. These meetings will occur during students’ English classes. We will begin with current juniors from January 21-31, current sophomores from February 3-14, and will conclude with current freshmen from February 18-28. 

January 21 - Career Speaker Series Begins: Our College & Career Specialist, Ms. Stamper is proud to bring back the 3rd annual Career Speaker Series. Students in all grade levels are encouraged to attend to hear about the education and training required, daily responsibilities, successes, and challenges in each career field. Here are some of our speakers in the upcoming weeks:

• Athletic Trainer – Tuesday, Jan. 21 during PLUS 2 in the Auditorium - CVHS Athletic Trainer Mrs. Reuter-McNamara will share about her career in this health care field. Trainers specialize in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions for people of all ages and skill levels.
• Intelligence Analyst – Thursday, Jan. 23 during PLUS 4 in the Lecture Hall - Ms. Stark is a CVHS parent and part of the leadership team for the Defense Counterterrorism Center. The DIA's mission is to provide intelligence on foreign militaries to help the US and its allies win and prevent wars. DIA officers travel the world and have a variety of skills and interests including military history, economics, physics, chemistry and computer sciences.
• Nuclear Engineer & Naval Officer – Monday, Jan. 27 during PLUS 5 in the Lecture Hall – Hear from CVHS teacher Mr. LaCoste, who spent two decades as a Submarine Officer overseeing the research, design, maintenance and operation of Navy nuclear reactors and power plants that drive the most advanced fleet of submarines and aircraft carriers on earth. Great session for students interested in military service or engineering!

January 28 - End of Semester: Tuesday, January 28, is the last day of the quarter. SIS Gradebook will be unavailable beginning at 4:00pm.

January 29 - Lunar New Year No School For Students: Lunar New Year falls at quarter end on Wednesday, January 29. The day will be a teacher work day and there will be no school for students. See the complete school year calendar.

Wonderful Wildcats

2025 Regional Scholastic Art Award Winners: Centreville High School earned eight Gold Key Awards, 11 Silver Key Awards, and 10 Honorable Mentions for their pieces in the 2025 Regional Scholastic Art Show. Our Gold Key winners will not showcase their work on February 10th at Northern Virginia Community College - Annandale. Additionally, Brandon Amparado will be moving on to the National Competition for the opportunity to earn significant scholarships! Please congratulate the students on their accomplishments. 

• Brandon Amparado (Gold Key, Silver Key, & Honorable Mention)
• Rina Bai (Silver Key)
• Abigail Carpenter (Honorable Mention)
• Faith Choe (Gold Key, & Honorable Mention)
• Anneliese Foley (Silver Key)
• Clara Harris (Silver Key)
• Heliya Jafari (Gold Key)
• Claire Kim (Gold Key, Silver Key, & Honorable Mention)
• Irene Kim (Silver Key)
• Seungmin Kim (Gold Key, Silver Key, & Honorable Mention)
• Lyra Ko (Silver Key)
• Taylor LeKuch (Honorable Mention)
• Mia Mendez (Honorable Mention)
• Emma Park (Silver Key)
• Joelle Park (Honorable Mention)
• Angie Perez Guzman (Honorable Mention)
• Arianna Portella (Gold Key)
• Prithika Raja (Silver Key)
• Sophia Shin (Gold Key)
• Daniella Yim (Gold Key, Silver Key, & Honorable Mention)

All-District Orchestra: Congratulations to Joshua Bendel (viola), Yeojune Yun (violin), Sean Hyjek (violin), Nathan Park (violin), April Choi (violin), Vidula Bharath (violin), Emma Chen (violin), and Isabel Jung (violin). They successfully auditioned into the 2025 Senior District XI Orchestra and performed an incredible program at the George Mason Center for the Arts in Fairfax, VA on Saturday under the baton of Jonathan Handman, Guest Conductor.  We are very proud of these Wildcat orchestra members for representing Centreville at the All-District event!

 

Centreville Student Selected to School Board Leadership Program: Congratulations to Claire Kim, who was recently selected to the School Board's Student Leadership Program! This incredible initiative offers students a unique opportunity to learn about local government operations, develop leadership skills, and actively participate in advisory committees. These students will have the chance to shape the future of education and foster civic engagement, giving them a powerful voice in the decision-making processes that affect their peers and schools.

 

Daniel Gao Earns AP Capstone Diploma: Congratulations to Daniel Gao for earning the AP Capstone Diploma for the 2023-2024 school year! The AP Capstone Diploma is earned when students complete a two year sequence of AP Seminar and AP Research. AP Seminar is a foundational course in which students explore the complexities of academic and real-world issues, while AP Research allows students to deeply explore an academic topic, problem, issue, or idea of individual interest.

 

Food For Neighbors Red Bag Event: Centreville High School is proud to announce that we have partnered with Food For Neighbors (FFN) to help feed our local students who deal with food insecurity because even in a county as wealthy as Fairfax, one in four kids in our area are struggling with hunger.  Studies show that when adolescents are fed positive outcomes include increased enrollment in challenging courses, higher graduation rate, improved mental and physical health, a decrease in disruptive behaviors and increased participation in after-school activities". 

Food For Neighbors is a local organization addressing this problem by collecting food from our community via their Red Bag Program and donating directly to our local schools. The food is then distributed to the students every week through our food pantry.

This Saturday, we had Centreville High School students and staff working alongside our community members to sort food that goes directly to our Family Resource Center Food Pantry to support our students and families. Thank you to everyone who volunteered their time for this important event! Please consider volunteering at our events in March and April.

Important Information

Student Rights & Responsibilities Cell Phone Policy Survey Coming Soon: All FCPS families and middle and high school students will be receiving an email invitation on Tuesday, January 21, to participate in a survey about FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R), cell phone policy, and cell phone storage options. The survey will be available from January 21 to February 3. Please take a few moments to share your feedback and help FCPS make informed, inclusive decisions for all of our schools!

StudentVue & ParentVue Gradebook Available Until End-of-Quarter: Based on community feedback from the first quarter closure, FCPS revisited the scheduled dates for closing the Gradebook and Report Card modules in the SIS ParentVUE and StudentVUE apps. Moving forward, the app will close in alignment with the actual quarter-end dates. This change will allow students and families to view their assignments and grades until the last day of the quarter. Gradebook will be closed for the second quarter from Tuesday, January 28, 4:00 PM to Tuesday, February 4, 6:00 AM.

Community Boundary Review Meetings: The Superintendent’s Boundary Review Advisory Committee held its second meeting on December 16 at Gatehouse Administration Center. View key takeaways from that meeting and access the meeting agenda, slides, and other materials that committee members received.  If you did not get a chance to attend an in-person Community Boundary Review Meeting, please consider participating in one of the following virtual meetings:

• Saturday, January 25, 2025, 9:30-11 a.m. 

• Monday, January 27, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

• Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

• Monday, February 10, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

Language interpretation will be available. 

All virtual meetings will follow the same format as the in-person meetings that were recently held, and the same information will be shared. Please stay tuned for details on how to register. Visit FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage to learn more. Sign up for FCPS’ School Boundary Review newsletter as well.

Keep Warm During Outdoor Activities: Winter weather is here! As a reminder, please make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy time outdoors. We monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories that may prevent children from being outside for activities like recess or physical education.

Visit Fairfax County’s website for Winter Weather/Extreme Cold safety tips. 

If you need assistance getting cold-weather clothing for your family, please contact our family liaisons, Tae Jung at [email protected], and Ana Alvarez at [email protected] . You may also contact Fairfax County Coordinated Services Planning (CSP) at 703-222-0880. Their multilingual staff can assist with any challenges you are facing, including food, shelter, employment, financial assistance, and health care.

News from Student Services

College Partnership Program (CPP) Application: 

Do you have a student between grades 8 through 11 who wants to go to college? If so, they should consider applying to the College Partnership Program (CPP), which offers support from exploration to application! The deadline to apply is February 28, 2025.

CPP offers programming to help prepare students and families from 9th grade all the way through applying to and enrolling in college, including:

• Academic counseling
• College visits
• Help with completing college and scholarship applications
• Monthly meetings
• A summer overnight experience on a college campus  
• News and information related to colleges and careers via Schoology

All students are eligible and encouraged to apply to this program, and are expected to meet the following requirements:

• Maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher in core classes
• Attend monthly CPP meetings 
• Are willing to pursue advanced coursework
• Demonstrate leadership in school or community activities

The goal of the program is to systematically mitigate the impact of barriers to access and opportunity, and support students who are from populations that are historically underrepresented on college campuses. This includes students who are the first in their family to attend college in the U.S., Multilingual learners, students who are economically disadvantaged, and students with disabilities.

Application Link: https://tinyurl.com/u2e3hme3 

The application is only open to students using their FCPS G-Suite account. Make sure to do this application on a computer not a phone!

All applications will be submitted ONLINE ONLY. 

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students: Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as: Mood/behavior; changes, motivation, grief/loss; Anxiety, worry, fears; Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships; Academic stress. You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940. Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

Graduation Requirements and Planning: Careful consideration is essential when planning next year's courses. We encourage our students and families to review the Graduation Requirements and Course Planning webpage to make informed decisions while planning for success in high school and beyond. Reviewing the Program of Studies may be helpful as well. 

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Centreville Students, Families, and Community,

I hope everyone enjoyed the extended winter break, found time to enjoy your favorite snow day activities, and stayed safe as we navigated this recent winter weather! It was wonderful having students back in the building on Friday, even if only for a shortened day. This week, we have a couple of big events I would encourage families to attend.

First, the PTSA is using the January 14th meeting (7:00 PM CVHS Library) to host an interest meeting for parents who are willing and able to volunteer for, donate to, support, learn about or chair the All Night Grad Party for the Class of 2025. This is not limited to parents of the class of 2025, often underclass parents have historically been the most involved! 

Additionally, we will be hosting Centreville Curriculum Night on Wednesday, January 15 from 6:30-8:15 PM. This is a great opportunity for students and families to hear directly from our staff about the courses offered at Centreville, and receive information about the course selection process from our Student Services team. This event is one of the highlights of the year, as it provides an opportunity to introduce incoming students to our incredible staff and showcase the many ways we support their academic success and social-emotional growth. 

Looking ahead, the second quarter will come to a close on Tuesday, January 28. Now is an important time for students to review their grades and assignments, ensuring that any outstanding work is completed and assessments retaken if needed. Please encourage your student to check SIS and Schoology for any missing assignments or reassessment opportunities. Our teachers are available to provide support.

Thank you and Go Wildcats!

Dr. Erik Healey

Principal

Centreville High School

Upcoming Events

January 14 - PTSA Meeting - 7:00 PM, CVHS Library

January 15 - Curriculum Night - 6:30 PM

January 16 - Virtual Electives Fair, ROAR

January 16 - Initial Course Selection, ROAR

January 20 - Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday (No School)

January 21 - February 28 - Academic Advising Meetings

January 28 - End of Quarter 2

January 29 - Teacher Workday (No School)

 

January 14 - PTSA Meeting: This Tuesday, January 14 at 7:00 PM, we will be hosting the PTSA meeting in the Library. The CVHS PTSA needs parents to be a part of the conversation about the All Night Grad Party (ANGP). The PTSA has always proudly sponsored the ANGP and supported the parent volunteers who make it happen!  The PTSA navigates all payments to vendors and venues.  But this event needs to be parent-led, so we need your support! Please join us at the PTSA meeting to support our students and this important event!

January 15 - Centreville High School Curriculum Night: Students and families are invited to attend Centreville’s Curriculum Night on January 15 from 6:30-8:30 PM. During our Open House format, staff representatives from each academic department will be available to answer any questions about our courses. We will also hold two special information sessions for Rising 9th Grade Course Registration Information (6:30-7:15 PM) and Rising 10th-12th Grade Course Registration Information (7:30 - 8:00 PM). Please reach out to your student’s counselor if you have any questions.

January 16 - Electives Fair: Due to the inclement weather last week, the Electives Fair for rising 10-12 grade students will be held virtually through students’ ROAR period on January 16. Students will have the opportunity to review electives of their interest by watching videos created by Centreville staff. This is an excellent opportunity for students to learn more about courses of interest prior to course selection. 

January 16 - Initial Course Selection: Students in grades 9-11 will select their courses for the 2025-2026 school year during ROAR. Students will be provided a brief lesson and overview of how to select courses in SIS. This will help prepare students for their individual academic advising conversations with their counselors. All students must have selected courses by February 28.

As students choose courses, it is important to remind them to consider the following:

• Current academic strengths and habits.
• Graduation requirements (high school students).
• Interests and career and postsecondary goals.
• Personal well-being.
• Extracurricular activities and other commitments that may impact students’ time and energy.

School-life balance is an important consideration as students strive for academic and personal success. Families are welcome to contact their student’s school counselor with questions.

January 20 - Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday: Schools and offices will be closed on Monday, January 20, for the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday. See the complete school year calendar.

January 21-February 28 - Individual Academic Advising Meetings: Students will meet one-on-one with their counselors to discuss academic goals and finalize their course selections for next year. These meetings will occur during students’ English classes. We will begin with current juniors from January 21-31, current sophomores from February 3-14, and will conclude with current freshmen from February 18-28. 

January 28 - End of Semester: Tuesday, January 28, is the last day of the quarter. SIS Gradebook will be unavailable beginning at 4:00pm.

January 29 - Lunar New Year No School For Students: Lunar New Year falls at quarter end on Wednesday, January 29. The day will be a teacher work day and there will be no school for students. See the complete school year calendar.

Wonderful Wildcats

Centreville Student Wins Oratorical Contest: Congratulations to Twisha Sinha for winning the Centreville American Legion Post 1995 Oratorical Contest. The American Legion Oratorical Contest exists to develop deeper knowledge and appreciation for the U.S. Constitution among high school students. Since 1938, the program has presented participants with an academic speaking challenge that teaches important leadership qualities, the history of our nation’s laws, the ability to think and speak clearly, and an understanding of the duties, responsibilities, rights and privileges of American citizenship. Twisha will advance to the 17th District Contest on January 19, 2025. With her victory, Twisha received a certificate, a Patrick Henry medal, and $150 prize.

Centreville Students’ Research Published in Journal of High School Science: Congratulations to three of our students, Tyler Wang, Alex Kim, and Kevin Kim, for their research being recently published in the Journal of High School Science. The article titled, “A rapid detection method of replication-competent plasmid DNA from COVID-19 mRNA vaccines for quality control”, was published on December 29, 2024. You can read the full article here. 

 

Centreville Students Named National Merit Commended Scholars: Congratulations to Centreville High School’s Chase Abellar, Gavin Bush, Alexander Caravello, Catherine Chen, Elena Davis, Joshua DiBartolo, Taebeen (Kevin) Han, Yae-Won (Grace) Hong, Jai Kanchan, Andrew Kwak, Alton Le, Hannah Lee, Sharanya Mallamula, Muhammad Musa, Vinh Nguyen, Leonardo Park, Ashish Sunkarapalli, and Jenny Yi for earning recognition as National Merit Commended Scholars! They are among 693 FCPS students honored by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation this year, marking a 10% increase in Commended Scholars for FCPS compared to 2023. View the full list of scholars.

Important Information

FCPS Cell Phone Policy: Keeping cell phones off during the school day helps students focus and learn. It also boosts positive social behavior. Review FCPS’ cell phone expectations by grade level with your child and help keep our classrooms free of distractions! If you need to reach your child during the school day, please call our main office at 703-802-5400. 

• Phones must be silenced and put away during all instructional periods. At Centreville High School, students are asked to place their phones in the hanging caddies as they enter their classroom and can be picked up at the end of the class period.
• Cell phones may be used on campus before the first bell, after the last bell, during passing periods, and lunches. 
• Phone accessories are also to be silenced and away when phone use is prohibited. Smart watches that serve a dual purpose may be worn, but the phone features (texting, Internet viewing, and calls) are to be off when phone use is prohibited.
• Students are prohibited from using phones, tablets, and other mobile devices in restrooms and locker rooms, unless there is a medical necessity or emergency. 
• With the approval of the principal or their designee, teachers may allow usage of cell phones for approved instructional activities where they are the most appropriate tool; however, one-to-one FCPS devices should meet most needs.

StudentVue & ParentVue Gradebook Available Until End-of-Quarter: Based on community feedback from the first quarter closure, FCPS revisited the scheduled dates for closing the Gradebook and Report Card modules in the SIS ParentVUE and StudentVUE apps. Moving forward, the app will close in alignment with the actual quarter-end dates. This change will allow students and families to view their assignments and grades until the last day of the quarter. Gradebook will be closed for the second quarter from Tuesday, January 28, 4:00 PM to Tuesday, February 4, 6:00 AM.

Community Boundary Review Meetings: The Superintendent’s Boundary Review Advisory Committee held its second meeting on December 16 at Gatehouse Administration Center. View key takeaways from that meeting and access the meeting agenda, slides, and other materials that committee members received.  If you did not get a chance to attend an in-person Community Boundary Review Meeting, please consider participating in one of the following virtual meetings:

• Thursday, January 16, 2025, 1-2:30 p.m. 

• Saturday, January 25, 2025, 9:30-11 a.m. 

• Monday, January 27, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

• Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

• Monday, February 10, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

Language interpretation will be available. 

All virtual meetings will follow the same format as the in-person meetings that were recently held, and the same information will be shared. Please stay tuned for details on how to register. Visit FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage to learn more. Sign up for FCPS’ School Boundary Review newsletter as well.

Preparing for Winter Weather: Winter weather will be here before you know it! Watch this video to see how weather-related closing decisions are made. FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated. Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange for childcare if needed.

Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost: FCPS is partnering with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors’ services at no cost, including weekly live online classes; on-demand 24/7 chat tutoring; essay editing; and study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests. Learn more about online tutoring with Varsity Tutors.

News from Student Services

College Partnership Program (CPP) Application: 

Do you have a student between grades 8 through 11 who wants to go to college? If so, they should consider applying to the College Partnership Program (CPP), which offers support from exploration to application! The deadline to apply is February 28, 2025.

CPP offers programming to help prepare students and families from 9th grade all the way through applying to and enrolling in college, including:

• Academic counseling
• College visits
• Help with completing college and scholarship applications
• Monthly meetings
• A summer overnight experience on a college campus  
• News and information related to colleges and careers via Schoology

All students are eligible and encouraged to apply to this program, and are expected to meet the following requirements:

• Maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher in core classes
• Attend monthly CPP meetings 
• Are willing to pursue advanced coursework
• Demonstrate leadership in school or community activities

The goal of the program is to systematically mitigate the impact of barriers to access and opportunity, and support students who are from populations that are historically underrepresented on college campuses. This includes students who are the first in their family to attend college in the U.S., Multilingual learners, students who are economically disadvantaged, and students with disabilities.

Application Link: https://tinyurl.com/u2e3hme3 

The application is only open to students using their FCPS G-Suite account. Make sure to do this application on a computer not a phone!

All applications will be submitted ONLINE ONLY. 

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students: Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as: Mood/behavior; changes, motivation, grief/loss; Anxiety, worry, fears; Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships; Academic stress. You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940. Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

Graduation Requirements and Planning: Careful consideration is essential when planning next year's courses. We encourage our students and families to review the Graduation Requirements and Course Planning webpage to make informed decisions while planning for success in high school and beyond. Reviewing the Program of Studies may be helpful as well. 

Academy Open Houses Begin in January: FCPS high school academies will hold open houses for interested students beginning in January. A high school academy is a center within a high school that offers advanced technical and specialized courses to prepare students for postsecondary education and/or career fields. Students enrolling in academy elective courses will be provided with opportunities to participate in a variety of career experiences including shadowing, mentoring, or internships with local businesses. Learn more and view the calendar of Academy Open Houses.

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Centreville Students, Families, and Community,

A Happy New Year to the Wildcat Nation! I hope you found time to engage in activities that provided you rest, relaxation, and recharging! During the break, I was able to spend time with my family. We were able to do some shopping in Georgetown, see the James Bond exhibit at the Spy Museum, and spent time playing games and watching movies at home.

As we welcome the new calendar year, it's a time to reflect on our achievements and recommit to our goals, while also embracing the opportunity for new beginnings. At Centreville High School, we are excited to continue our journey toward instructional excellence and a positive school climate in 2025. With each fresh start comes the chance to build on our progress and strive for even greater accomplishments.

When we return from the break, we will be particularly focused on recommitting to the importance of regular and on-time school attendance. Consistent attendance is essential for student success, allowing everyone to fully engage in learning and opportunities for growth. Together—students, families, staff, and the community—we will work to ensure that every student is present, on-time, and ready to succeed every day!

Enjoy the extra snow day, stay warm, stay safe, and we look forward to welcoming back our students in the coming days!

Thank you and Go Wildcats!

Dr. Erik Healey

Principal

Centreville High School

Upcoming Events

January 10 - Electives Fair, ROAR

January 14 - PTSA Meeting - 7:00 PM, CVHS Library

January 15 - Curriculum Night - 6:30 PM

 

January 10 - Electives Fair: The Electives Fair for rising 10-12 grade students will be held on Friday, January 10. Students will be able to attend three informational sessions on electives of their choice. This is an excellent opportunity for students to learn more about courses of interest prior to course selection. 

January 14 - PTSA Meeting: The PTSA has always proudly sponsored the All-Night Grad Party (ANGP) and supported the parent volunteers who make it happen! The PTSA navigates all payments to vendors and venues. But this event needs to be parent-led. The PTSA is using the January 14th meeting (7:00pm CVHS Library) to host an interest meeting for parents who are interested in volunteering for, donating to, supporting, learning about or chairing the All Night Grad Party for the Class of 2025. This is not limited to parents of the class of 2025. In fact, underclass parents have historically been the most involved! This event cannot happen without parent support. And we hope to see you in January!

January 15 - Centreville High School Curriculum Night: Students and families are invited to attend Centreville’s Curriculum Night on January 15 from 6:30-8:30 PM. During our Open House format, staff representatives from each academic department will be available to answer any questions about our courses. We will also hold two special information sessions for Rising 9th Grade Course Registration Information (6:30-7:15 PM) and Rising 10th-12th Grade Course Registration Information (7:30-8:00 PM). Please reach out to your student’s counselor if you have any questions.

Wonderful Wildcats

December Student of the Month Celebration: 72 students were recognized this quarter for demonstrating outstanding ROAR traits; Respect, Ownership, Achievement, and Relationships. The ROAR committee partnered with Wildcat Mentors and Cat B students to organize a “sweet” event for the recognized students. They were treated with hot chocolate and cookies during the celebration. The students wrote a thank you note to show their appreciation to a teacher that has made a difference, which were placed in staff mailboxes prior to winter break.

Antigone 3021 Highlighted in Cappies Review: Fairfax County Public Schools students are talented actors, musicians, and visual artists. Many FCPS high schools participate in the Washington, D.C., chapter of the Critics and Awards Program for High School Theatre, otherwise known as the Cappies. 

Centreville's Theater Program was highlighted in the FCPS Newsletter for its outstanding rendition of Antigone 3021. As stated in the Cappies review "With each scene revealing a new aspect of the twisted tragedy, Centreville High School’s rendition of Antigone: 3021 brings fresh relevance to the classic Greek play, drawing parallels between the ancient world and contemporary societal struggles." You can read the full review here. 

Congratulations to Mr. McGee and all the students who made this production an incredible success!

German Trip to Baltimore: Mr. Uden and Ms. Rife led their annual field trip to Baltimore with the German program on Wednesday and Thursday. A well-known part of the German culture at this time of year is Christmas markets with rows of vendors and delicious food. The closest thing to the real deal is a large one organized in the Inner Harbor of Baltimore. Jake and Melissa take 100 kids over two days to tour the market, learn about the German holiday traditions, and experience the fun of the markets.

Parent Cafe for Spanish speaking families: Ana Alvarez, one of our Family Liaisons, held a Parent Cafe for our Spanish speaking families on December 19, that provided information about community resources and support. Specifically, our families heard from the Fairfax County Department of Health, Fairfax County Neighborhood & Community Services, and HealthWorks. Our families also received information from the Centreville Immigration Forum and were provided guidance on the process of obtaining medical insurance. This was a helpful event for our families!

Important Information

Community Boundary Review Meetings: The Superintendent’s Boundary Review Advisory Committee held its second meeting on December 16 at Gatehouse Administration Center. View key takeaways from that meeting and access the meeting agenda, slides, and other materials that committee members received.  If you did not get a chance to attend an in-person Community Boundary Review Meeting, please consider participating in one of the following virtual meetings:

• Friday, January 10, 2025, 6-7:30 p.m. 

• Thursday, January 16, 2025, 1-2:30 p.m. 

• Saturday, January 25, 2025, 9:30-11 a.m. 

• Monday, January 27, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

• Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

• Monday, February 10, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

Language interpretation will be available. 

All virtual meetings will follow the same format as the in-person meetings that were recently held, and the same information will be shared. Please stay tuned for details on how to register. Visit FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage to learn more. Sign up for FCPS’ School Boundary Review newsletter as well.

Senator Pekarsky’s High School Youth Leadership Program: This program gives high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to visit Richmond during the VA General Assembly's legislative session and learn about political leadership on the state level. Students will be able to observe committee hearings and floor debate, take a tour of the state capitol, participate in panels with lobbyists, advocates, and political leaders, as well meet lawmakers and their staff. This is a great opportunity for students considering a future career in government, politics, or law - but all are encouraged to apply. Please note that this is a free program and students will be provided with transportation, lodging, and meals at no cost to them or their families. 

The application is open to junior and senior students until Tuesday, December 27th at 6:00pm. Spots are limited, so students should expect to be notified about their status following the closing of the application.

Here is the link to the application, which also includes more information about the program: https://forms.gle/LMoqa8q5iYAgHyXV6

For questions or concerns, please email Kat Thames, Chief of Staff for Senator Pekarsky: [email protected]. 

Student and Family Resources: Fairfax County Public Schools has compiled a list of resources for students and families in case they need assistance while schools are closed for winter break. Please visit FCPS’ winter resources webpage for information on academic support, mental health support, and county resources related to food, clothing, housing, and other needs. 

Preparing for Winter Weather: Winter weather will be here before you know it! Watch this video to see how weather-related closing decisions are made. FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated. Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange for childcare if needed.

Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost: FCPS is partnering with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors’ services at no cost, including weekly live online classes; on-demand 24/7 chat tutoring; essay editing; and study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests. Learn more about online tutoring with Varsity Tutors.

News from Student Services

CVHS Academic Advising Timeline 2025-2026: It is hard to believe, but it is time for us to begin planning for the 2025-2026 school year. Below are key dates and information to support students and families through the course selection process: 

January 6: Academic Advising materials available online

January 8-9: CVHS Core Days - Teachers will spend time during their classes to discuss course options with students based on their current course and what students need to consider as they make their decision. 

January 10: Academic Advising Video & Electives Fair for students

January 15: CVHS Curriculum Night -  6:30-8:00 PM

January 16: Initial Course Entry - ROAR

As students choose courses, it is important to remind them to consider the following:

• Current academic strengths and habits.
• Graduation requirements (high school students).
• Interests and career and postsecondary goals.
• Personal well-being.
• Extracurricular activities and other commitments that may impact students’ time and energy.

School-life balance is an important consideration as students strive for academic and personal success. Families are welcome to contact their student’s school counselor with questions.

Graduation Requirements and Planning: Careful consideration is essential when planning next year's courses. We encourage our students and families to review the Graduation Requirements and Course Planning webpage to make informed decisions while planning for success in high school and beyond. Reviewing the Program of Studies may be helpful as well. 

Academy Open Houses Begin in January: FCPS high school academies will hold open houses for interested students beginning in January. A high school academy is a center within a high school that offers advanced technical and specialized courses to prepare students for postsecondary education and/or career fields. Students enrolling in academy elective courses will be provided with opportunities to participate in a variety of career experiences including shadowing, mentoring, or internships with local businesses. Learn more and view the calendar of Academy Open Houses.

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ANGP Interest Meeting, 1/14 @ 7pm

Mark your calendars - January 14, 7:00pm, CVHS Library. CVHS PTSA needs you to be part of the conversation about the All-Night Graduation Party (ANGP).

The PTSA has always proudly sponsored the ANGP and supported the parent volunteers who make it happen!  The PTSA navigates all payments to vendors and venues.  But this event needs to be parent-led.

The PTSA is using the January 14th meeting (7:00pm CVHS Library) to host an interest meeting for parents who are interested in volunteering for, donating to, supporting, learning about or chairing the All Night Grad Party for the Class of 2025.  This is not limited to parents of the class of 2025. In fact, underclass parents have historically been the most involved! 

The purpose of the ANGP is to provide an alcohol and drug free celebration after graduation. Studies show that graduation night can be the most dangerous night of high school and the ANGP provides a fun and safe alternative to other graduation night activities. 

This event cannot happen without parent support. And we hope to see you in January!  

 

Come to Centreville HS's next PTSA meetings!  

January 14, 2025

February 11, 2025

March 11, 2025

 

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Yearbook Orders for All & Information for Senior Families

Preorder a 2024-2025 Yearbook

Preorder a yearbook before the price goes up! Click here to purchase. Yearbooks will be delivered in May 2025. 

The cost of the yearbook will go up on January 1 from $65 to $75.

 

Senior Portraits

Seniors must schedule an appointment to take their senior portraits. Click here to sign up on the Legacy Studios website for a first-time picture or a retake. The last scheduled dates are January 17, 23, and 24. 

The yearbook photos are free. Families may choose to order additional packages through Legacy.

 

Senior Tributes

In the final section of the yearbook, CVHS has a tradition of offering families the chance to send a special message to their graduating senior! In this section, we print "Senior Tributes" as a way of helping celebrate the accomplishments of your senior and to congratulate them. Tributes can be designed and purchased at the same link to purchase a yearbook. Click here and scroll down to "Senior Ad" to buy one.

The last date to order a senior tribute is January 1. 

 

If you have any questions, please email Nadine Taylor at [email protected]. Thank you!

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Centreville Students, Families, and Community,

It was another fantastic week in Wildcat Nation! I want to take a moment to highlight the incredible support from our Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA), whose efforts benefit all areas of our school. I’m especially grateful for the bagels they provided to the staff this week and for the opportunity to join their meeting on Tuesday night. If you have not done so already, please consider joining the Centreville PTSA.

As I continue to immerse myself in the Centreville community, I am excited by the many accomplishments we're achieving. As I shared at the PTSA meeting on Tuesday, our success as a school will depend on delivering high-quality instruction to all students, fostering a positive and supportive school culture, and cultivating a collaborative environment. This week, I saw evidence of all three.

During a visit to the science classrooms, I had the chance to interact with students as they created population graphs, explained the role of ATP in transferring energy within cells, and prepared for their December SOL exams. The talent, dedication, and spirit of our students were on full display this week at the Winter Orchestra concert, the wrestling match, and the traditional Gingerbread Competition in our Student Government classes.

I also witnessed the collaborative efforts of our English 10 CT team as they worked through standards, aligned practices, and ensured consistency in developing students' skills.

We will finish out this calendar year with our Winter Spirit Week. Students are encouraged to dress for each day’s theme. Over the winter break, we want our students and staff to enjoy a mental wellness break and have time to safely connect with family and friends.

Thank you and Go Wildcats!

Dr. Erik Healey, Principal

Upcoming Events

December 16-20 - Winter Spirit Week

December 16 - CVHS Student & Staff Blood Drive - 8:15 AM - 2:15 PM, Room 116

December 19 - Winter Choral Concert - 7:00 PM, CVHS Auditorium

December 23 - January 3 - Winter Break

January 10 - Electives Fair, ROAR

January 14 - PTSA Meeting - 7:00 PM, CVHS Library

January 15 - Curriculum Night - 6:30 PM

 

December 16-20 - Winter Spirit Week: The CVHS Student Government Association is sponsoring our Winter Spirit Week during the last week of school prior to Winter Break. We encourage all our students and staff to participate.

• December 16: Pajamas and Stuffed Animal Day
• December 17: Adam Sandler Day - Dress like the actor
• December 18: “Pay it Forward” Day - Spread kindness and holiday cheer
• December 19: Ski Out - Wear white or your favorite ski gear. Please note ski masks are not allowed to be worn in school. 
• December 20: Holiday Out - Wear your favorite holiday sweater or headgear

December 16 - CVHS Student & Staff Blood Drive: The CVHS Student Government Association (SGA) has partnered with INOVA to host a blood drive during school at Centreville. Students who wish to participate must be 16 years old, at least 110 lbs, and have a signed parent permission form. Permission forms can be picked up in the SGA Room (Room 116). Sign-ups begin on December 9 during all lunches. Please reach out to our SGA Sponsor, Ms. Cable, if you have any questions. 

December 19 - Winter Choral Concert: CVHS Choirs will present their annual Winter Concert on Thursday, December 19 at 7pm in the CVHS Auditorium. The program features music from around the globe performed by our three curricular choirs: Centreville Chorale, Bella Voce, and Symphonic Choir, as well as our two student-led a cappella groups: Contempo and Madrigals. CVHS Choir alumni and current LMS & RRMS choral students are welcome on stage for the final song. Come kick off Winter Break with our thriving and growing choral department!

January 10 - Electives Fair: The Electives Fair for rising 10-12 grade students will be held on Friday, January 10. Students will be able to attend three informational sessions on electives of their choice. This is an excellent opportunity for students to learn more about courses of interest prior to course selection. 

January 15 - Centreville High School Curriculum Night: Students and families are invited to attend Centreville’s Curriculum Night on January 15 from 6:30-8:30 PM. During our Open House format, staff representatives from each academic department will be available to answer any questions about our courses. We will also hold two special information sessions for Rising 9th Grade Course Registration Information (6:30-7:15 PM) and Rising 10th-12th Grade Course Registration Information (7:30-8:00 PM). Please reach out to your student’s counselor if you have any questions.

Wonderful Wildcats Important Information

Senator Pekarsky’s High School Youth Leadership Program: This program gives high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to visit Richmond during the VA General Assembly's legislative session and learn about political leadership on the state level. Students will be able to observe committee hearings and floor debate, take a tour of the state capitol, participate in panels with lobbyists, advocates, and political leaders, as well meet lawmakers and their staff. This is a great opportunity for students considering a future career in government, politics, or law - but all are encouraged to apply. Please note that this is a free program and students will be provided with transportation, lodging, and meals at no cost to them or their families. 

The application is open to junior and senior students until Tuesday, December 27th at 6:00pm. Spots are limited, so students should expect to be notified about their status following the closing of the application.

Here is the link to the application, which also includes more information about the program: https://forms.gle/LMoqa8q5iYAgHyXV6

For questions or concerns, please email Kat Thames, Chief of Staff for Senator Pekarsky: [email protected]. 

Student and Family Resources: Fairfax County Public Schools has compiled a list of resources for students and families in case they need assistance while schools are closed for winter break. Please visit FCPS’ winter resources webpage for information on academic support, mental health support, and county resources related to food, clothing, housing, and other needs. 

Preparing for Winter Weather: Winter weather will be here before you know it! Watch this video to see how weather-related closing decisions are made. FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated. Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange for childcare if needed.

Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost: FCPS is partnering with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors’ services at no cost, including weekly live online classes; on-demand 24/7 chat tutoring; essay editing; and study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests. Learn more about online tutoring with Varsity Tutors.

Middle School Start Time Study: At Tuesday’s School Board work session, staff from Prismatic Services, Inc., presented options for adjusting start times at FCPS middle schools. As a reminder, Prismatic is charged with developing an action plan to help the School Board reach its goal of starting middle school at or after 8 AM.

The presentation includes five options for adjusting middle school start times based on the consultant’s analysis from community forums, surveys, and interviews with staff, parents, associations, and other groups. Some of the options would impact high school start times. The School Board will provide next steps to the superintendent. Watch a video of the work session. Visit the Middle School Start Times webpage for more information on the project.

Community Meeting on Comprehensive Boundary Review: If you did not get a chance to attend one of the recent community meetings on the Comprehensive Boundary Review, please consider attending the final meeting in this first phase of the boundary review process. The Region 1 meeting will take place Wednesday, December 18, 6:30-8 p.m.,in the Madison High School cafeteria. Register today. If you are unable to participate, stay tuned for details about virtual Community Boundary Review Meetings coming early next year. View FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage for more information. Sign up for FCPS’ School Boundary Review newsletter as well.

News from Student Services

CVHS Academic Advising Timeline 2025-2026: It is hard to believe, but it is time for us to begin planning for the 2025-2026 school year. Below are key dates and information to support students and families through the course selection process: 

January 6: Academic Advising materials available online

January 8-9: CVHS Core Days - Teachers will spend time during their classes to discuss course options with students based on their current course and what students need to consider as they make their decision. 

January 10: Academic Advising Video & Electives Fair for students

January 15: CVHS Curriculum Night -  6:30-8:00 PM

January 16: Initial Course Entry - ROAR

As students choose courses, it is important to remind them to consider the following:

• Current academic strengths and habits.
• Graduation requirements (high school students).
• Interests and career and postsecondary goals.
• Personal well-being.
• Extracurricular activities and other commitments that may impact students’ time and energy.

School-life balance is an important consideration as students strive for academic and personal success. Families are welcome to contact their student’s school counselor with questions.

Graduation Requirements and Planning: Careful consideration is essential when planning next year's courses. We encourage our students and families to review the Graduation Requirements and Course Planning webpage to make informed decisions while planning for success in high school and beyond. Reviewing the Program of Studies may be helpful as well. 

Academy Open Houses Begin in January: FCPS high school academies will hold open houses for interested students beginning in January. A high school academy is a center within a high school that offers advanced technical and specialized courses to prepare students for postsecondary education and/or career fields. Students enrolling in academy elective courses will be provided with opportunities to participate in a variety of career experiences including shadowing, mentoring, or internships with local businesses. Learn more and view the calendar of Academy Open Houses.

News from Student Activities

CVHS Alumni Highlighted by ESPN: An article from ESPN highlights our very own Kobie Turner who is a 2017 graduate of CVHS and mentions retired CVHS choir director, Lynne Babcock who inspired him to pursue music education.  He plays football for the Los Angeles Rams and is exceling on and off the football field. Go Wildcats!!!

News from PTSA

PTSA Holiday Donation Drive: This is the last week to support the PTSA's Holiday Donation Drive!  As a community we are a little under 10% of the way towards achieving our goal. To those who have already donated, THANK YOU!  For those who have not had the opportunity yet, please consider giving to the PTSA program that most resonates with you!  Please see the below flier for details.

PTSA Membership and store: https://centrevillehsptsa.givebacks.com/

PTSA Website: https://sites.google.com/view/cvhsptsa

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Last Call - PTSA Holiday Donations

Next week is the last week to support the PTSA's Holiday Donation Drive!  As a community we are a little under 10% of the way towards achieving our goal.  To those who have already donated, THANK YOU!  For those who have not had the opportunity yet, please consider giving to the PTSA program that most resonates with you!  Please see the below flier for details.

PTSA Membership and store: https://centrevillehsptsa.givebacks.com/

PTSA Website: https://sites.google.com/view/cvhsptsa

Thank you and  happy holidays!

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Centreville Students, Families, and Community,

What an incredible first week it has been here at Centreville! I am deeply grateful for the warm welcome I’ve received from everyone as I begin my journey with the Wildcat family. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed connecting with students and staff in the hallways, observing the inspiring learning experiences in our classrooms, and witnessing the incredible talents of our students, both on the basketball court and on stage. A special thank you to Ms. Hall and the band for inviting me to serve as guest conductor for the final piece of the Winter Concert—it was truly a memorable experience.

In my conversations with students, staff, and community members, it is clear how deeply committed this community is to the success of every student. As we move forward, I believe student success will depend on our ability to work together. Through our collective efforts, we will ensure all students have access to high-quality learning experiences, build positive relationships, receive the necessary support, and actively engage with the Centreville community.

I would like to invite you to join us for the PTSA meeting on Tuesday, December 10, at 7:00 PM in the Centreville High School Library. During this meeting, I will share more about my background, my core leadership beliefs, and provide an opportunity for community members to share their perspectives on what makes Centreville so special. For more information about the meeting and how to join the PTSA, please see the details below. I look forward to engaging with you all and hearing your thoughts!

Thank you and Go Wildcats!

Dr. Erik Healey, Principal

Upcoming Events

December 9-12 - Wildcat Band DoubleGood Popcorn Fundraiser

December 10 - PTSA Meeting - 7:00 PM, CVHS Library

December 11 - Orchestra Winter Concert - 7:00 PM, CVHS Auditorium

December 13 - ASVAB Career Exploration Assessment - 10:00 AM, CVHS Lecture Hall

December 16-20 - Winter Spirit Week

December 16 - CVHS Student & Staff Blood Drive - 8:15 AM - 2:15 PM, Room 116

December 19 - Winter Choral Concert - 7:00 PM, CVHS Auditorium

December 23 - January 3 - Winter Break

 

December 9-12 - Wildcat Band DoubleGood Popcorn Fundraiser: The Wildcat Band is selling DoubleGood Popcorn to raise funds for sectionals and the spring trip. It’s 100% contactless, the band earns 50% of all sales and the product ships directly to the buyer. Prices for Signature Bags (5 cups each) start at $11 and Curated Collections at $31. The popcorn is ultra-premium, delicious, and award-winning! It makes GREAT holiday gifts! The Wildcat Band fundraising window begins on December 09, 2024, at 12:00 AM and goes until December 13, 2024, at 12:00 AM. Use this link to make a purchase. 

December 10 - PTSA Meeting: Please join us for the monthly PTSA meeting on Tuesday, December 10 at 7:00P PM in the Centreville High School Library. Dr. Healey will be joining the meeting to hear from parents and the community. If you are not a member of the CVHS PTSA, learn more about membership, donations, and information from previous meetings here.

December 11 - Orchestra Winter Concert: Centreville boasts one of the largest orchestra programs in the state, and we invite you to enjoy their talents on December 11 at 7:00 PM for their winter concert. Students from across our seven different levels of orchestra will play a number of pieces for your listening pleasure. We hope to see you there!

December 13 - ASVAB Career Exploration Assessment: The ASVAB is a timed multi-aptitude test, which is given at over 14,000 schools and Military Entrance Processing Stations (MEPS) nationwide. It is a helpful career assessment tool which is developed and maintained by the Department of Defense. There is no obligation to join the military if you choose to take the ASVAB. It is required if you plan to enlist in the military. This is for juniors and seniors only. Students must report to the CVHS Lecture Hall at 9:50 AM so the assessment can begin at 10 AM, which will last approximately 3 hours. Students were asked to complete a form to register. Please reach out to Ms. Stamper, CVHS College and Career Specialist, if you have any questions. 

December 16-20 - Winter Spirit Week: The CVHS Student Government Association is sponsoring our Winter Spirit Week during the last week of school prior to Winter Break. We encourage all our students and staff to participate.

• December 16: Pajamas and Stuffed Animal Day
• December 17: Adam Sandler Day - Dress like the actor
• December 18: “Pay it Forward” Day - Spread kindness and holiday cheer
• December 19: Ski Out - Wear white or your favorite ski gear. Please note ski masks are not allowed to be worn in school. 
• December 20: Holiday Out - Wear your favorite holiday sweater or headgear

December 16 - CVHS Student & Staff Blood Drive: The CVHS Student Government Association (SGA) has partnered with INOVA to host a blood drive during school at Centreville. Students who wish to participate must be 16 years old, at least 110 lbs, and have a signed parent permission form. Permission forms can be picked up in the SGA Room (Room 116). Sign-ups begin on December 9 during all lunches. Please reach out to our SGA Sponsor, Ms. Cable, if you have any questions. 

December 19 - Winter Choral Concert: CVHS Choirs will present their annual Winter Concert on Thursday, December 19 at 7pm in the CVHS Auditorium. The program features music from around the globe performed by our three curricular choirs: Centreville Chorale, Bella Voce, and Symphonic Choir, as well as our two student-led a cappella groups: Contempo and Madrigals. CVHS Choir alumni and current LMS & RRMS choral students are welcome on stage for the final song. Come kick off Winter Break with our thriving and growing choral department!

Important Information

Preparing for Winter Weather: Winter weather will be here before you know it! Watch this video to see how weather-related closing decisions are made. FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated. Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange for childcare if needed.

Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost: FCPS is partnering with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors’ services at no cost, including weekly live online classes; on-demand 24/7 chat tutoring; essay editing; and study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests. Learn more about online tutoring with Varsity Tutors.

Middle School Start Time Study: At Tuesday’s School Board work session, staff from Prismatic Services, Inc., presented options for adjusting start times at FCPS middle schools. As a reminder, Prismatic is charged with developing an action plan to help the School Board reach its goal of starting middle school at or after 8 AM.

The presentation includes five options for adjusting middle school start times based on the consultant’s analysis from community forums, surveys, and interviews with staff, parents, associations, and other groups. Some of the options would impact high school start times. The School Board will provide next steps to the superintendent. Watch a video of the work session. Visit the Middle School Start Times webpage for more information on the project.

News from Student Services

CVHS Academic Advising Timeline 2025-2026: It is hard to believe, but it is time for us to begin planning for the 2025-2026 school year. Below are key dates and information to support students and families through the course selection process: 

January 6: Academic Advising materials available online

January 8-9: CVHS Core Days - Teachers will spend time during their classes to discuss course options with students based on their current course and what students need to consider as they make their decision. 

January 10: Academic Advising Video & Electives Fair for students

January 15: CVHS Curriculum Night -  6:30-8:00 PM

January 16: Initial Course Entry - ROAR

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CVHS PTSA Holiday Donations

Centreville Community,

During this holiday season, please consider donating to the PTSA to help achieve the goal of $3,000 in each of three different programs, all focused on supporting your school.  To those who have already donated, THANK YOU!  We are a little less than 5% of the way towards achieving our goal with just over two weeks to go!  Please see the below flier for details.  You can also click on the link below:

PTSA Membership and store: https://centrevillehsptsa.givebacks.com/

 

Thank you and happy holidays!

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CVHS PTSA Holiday Donations

Centreville families,

During this holiday season, please consider donating to the PTSA to help achieve the goal of $3,000 in each of three different programs, all focused on supporting your school. See details on the flyer and click on the link below to donate: 

PTSA Membership and store: https://centrevillehsptsa.givebacks.com/

PTSA Website: https://sites.google.com/view/cvhsptsa

Thank you and  happy holidays!

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Happy Thanksgiving

Wildcat Families,

As we approach this Thanksgiving holiday, I want to share one final time how thankful I am to have served as principal of this wonderful school community for the past six years.  Even though my departure was announced some time ago, I am fortunate to have spent a few additional months as a Wildcat.  As I stated previously, it has truly been an honor to serve as your principal.  CVHS is an amazing place with tremendous students, parents, and educators.  Your new principal, Dr. Healey, will begin on Monday, Dec 2nd.  I am very confident that he will continue to move the school forward.  I wish you all the best.  Happy Thanksgiving, and Go Wildcats!

Sincerely,

Chad Lehman  

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CVHS PTSA Panera Fundraiser, Sat.,11/23, 4-8

Support the PTSA with our Panera fundraiser on Sat.,11/23, from 4-8 at the Union Mill shopping center.  Use code FUND4U at online checkout, in the Panera app, or at the kiosk in-cafe.  

Thank you for your support!

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C'ville School News 11-15-2024   Report Cards

Report cards and attendance reports are being mailed home - look for them by the end of the week.  They are also available in ParentVue and StudentVUE.

 

CVHS “Signs of Suicide” SOS Presentations

All middle and high schools in FCPS teach students about mental health and how to seek help if they are worried about themselves or a friend. All schools use an evidence-based program called Signs of Suicide (SOS). The program teaches students about this difficult topic and encourages them to seek help.

This is a reminder that the SOS lessons will take place through history classes during the upcoming weeks of:

November 18th - 9th Grade

December 2nd -  11th Grade

We encourage you to visit www.sossignsofsuicide.org/parent for information on warning signs for youth suicide, useful resources, and some of the key messages students will learn. You can also view this parent video  or visit this site to learn more about how you can continue this important conversation at home.

If you did not complete an opt out previously, and would still like to do so, you can opt your child out of this lesson by emailing Kristin Girardin, Director of Student Services at [email protected].

 

Federal Impact Aid Survey Now Open

FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. The form is available online in SIS ParentVUE. If you have not already filled out the form online, we will be sending paper forms home on Monday, November 18th. If the enrolling parent has already completed the Impact Aid form through Parent VUE, there will be no paper form for that student. Please return paper forms no later than Friday, November 22nd.

Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important, because information from this survey resulted in more than $4 million in funding last year from the U.S. Department of Education. These funds are used to support all Fairfax County public schools and centers.

Please watch this video and visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page for more information.

 

 

Theatre Centreville Present Antigone 3021 - 11/22-24

Come check out our Fall play, Antigone: 3021 by Nina Mansfield

Performances run November 22-24, 2024!

 

  SGA Canned Food Drive - November 6-21

The SGA Canned Food Drive will run from November 6-21. We will be collecting non-perishable food donations for the House of Mercy food pantry in Manassas. Students may drop off donations to their 4th period class or the main office collection box. Please see the below flyer for items most in need. Thank you for your generosity!

 

  Drug Conversations - Virtual Parent Presentation from FCPS Family Resource Center

There will be a virtual parent presentation for the Family Resource Center coming up on Friday, November 22 from 10-11:30am. The topic is starting the conversation about drugs and will focus on how to have that conversation from an early age, as well as effective prevention strategies.  

 Registration is required for anyone planning on attending. Attached below is the flyer for the presentation and here is the website: https://www.fcps.edu/event/starting-conversation-about-drugs-webinar-families

 

 

 

Mark Your Calendar - PTSA Panera Fundraiser, Sat.,11/23, 4-8

Support the PTSA with our Panera fundraiser on Sat.,11/23 from 4-8. A printed or electronic flyer must be presented when ordering.  Flyers will be available closer to the event.

 

  Important Upcoming Dates

Fri. - Sat. Nov. 22 -24 - CVHS Theatre Present Antigone 3021 (see above)

Wed., Thurs. & Fri., Nov. 27, 28 & 29 - Thanksgiving Break - School & Offices Closed

Thur., Dec. 5 - CVHS Band Concert, 7pm

Wed., Dec. 11 - CVHS Orchestra Winter Concert, 7pm

Thurs., Dec. 19 - CVHS Choral Concert, 7pm

Mon., Dec. 23 - Fri., Jan 3 - Winter Break - School & Offices Closed

Mon, Jan.6 - First day back from Winter Break

Tues., Jan 14 - PTSA meeting - Library, 7pm

Wed., Jan 15 - Curriculum Night, Auditorium & Cafeteria, 6:30pm

Thurs., Jan. 16 - Mythical Series Short Plays by CVHS Theater, 7pm

Mon., Jan. 20 - Holiday - Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday & Inauguration Day

Tues., Jan. 28 - 2nd Quarter Ends (full day)

Wed., Jan 29 - Teacher Workday - No Students

Check out the complete CVHS Student and Athletics calendars on our Calendar Page.

 

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Sent on behalf of the CVHS PTSA:

The Centreville High School PTSA is proud to support "Reflections," an opportunity for students to express their creativity through art and to gain recognition for their efforts!  Please see the below document for more information on how to participate.

Do you enjoy art, music and dance or have an interest in writing, producing films and taking photos? Then join us and have fun unleashing your inner artist with PTA Reflections!

For inspiration, visit the pta.org/programs/reflections and the Reflections virtual art gallery.  

 

Please see links below and visit pta.org/Reflections or vapta.org for rules for each category and the official entry form.

 

Entries are due to PTA not later than December 5, 2024.  Entries may be submitted on-line at the following link:

https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/kgdf6a8tyvjkwmp8zpm12/ANAwCBA88KhQLzuY75om0F8?rlkey=v9uvdgyk76dt7yc8hh6cji6c6&st=txudd3ok&dl=0

and must include a .pdf fillable entry form:

https://www.pta.org/docs/default-source/files/programs/reflections/_evergreen-program-materials/local-leader-resources/fillable-student-entry-form_reflections.pdf

 

and your art work (dance choreography, film production, literature, music composition, photography, or visual arts).  Please follow the file naming conventions:

1) for the actual entry artwork files:

Student lastname.firstname.school.category.age division."artwork"

ex:  Smith.Linda.HayfieldSS.visualarts.highschool.artwork

2) for the student entry forms:

student last name.first name.school.category.age division."entryform"

ex:  Smith.Julie.Orange Hunt ES.literature.intermediate.entryform

 

Fillable entry form:

https://www.pta.org/docs/default-source/files/programs/reflections/_evergreen-program-materials/local-leader-resources/fillable-student-entry-form_reflections.pdf

 

Rules:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gGKB1wRtJAMStAHKZZxf3c1PHnvPyxLf/view

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Spotlight on the Arts!

 

Students in the Performing Arts Dept are representing C’ville proudly this fall! 

 

The CVHS Orchestra Department presented their Fall Concert on October 9 with a packed house! It was a great first concert of the school year. On October 23 we hosted our 3rd annual Trunks, Tricks and Treats for the entire Centreville pyramid. There was a spooky side-by-side performance with the Liberty MS String Ensemble, an instrument petting zoo for our youngest future string students sponsored by Day Violins LLC, tips & tricks in the library, face painting brought to you by the CVHS Theater dept and last but not least, 16 decked out cars for our Trunk or Treat in the bus loop. Fun was had by all! This weekend Orchestra represented C’ville with three (3) students making All-Regionals and coming up in January, seven (7) making All-Districts.  Our All-Regional students are eligible to audition for All-VA in the spring.  Please join us for our Winter Concert on Wednesday, December 11 at 7pm in the Auditorium. The Vivace Orchestra will World Premiere a C’Ville student’s composition.

 

 

The CVHS Choral Department proudly presented their Fall 2024 Pyramid Concert on November 6 in the CVHS gym! This concert featured 638 singers from the entire Centreville pyramid - CVHS, Liberty MS, Bull Run ES, Centre Ridge ES, Centreville ES, Colin Powell ES, and Union Mill ES. This wonderful event truly brings the community together, and all choirs sang beautifully! Soon after, 25 talented CVHS singers auditioned for District XI Honors Chorus on November 9 at Fairfax High School. Results will be announced soon, and those who make it will participate in the 2.5-day District XI Honors Chorus event at West Springfield HS in February. Next up is our Winter Choral Concert on Thursday, December 19 at 7pm in the Auditorium. Please join us as we kick off winter break!

 

 

The Wildcat Marching Band earned a unanimous Superior rating at VBODA Marching Band Assessment on 10/26/24 at Liberty High School in Bealeton, VA. The highlight of the day was the comment from a judge, “you are a JOY to watch perform!” Congratulations to all of the student musicians who brought the show, Come Rain or Come Shine, to life, and for their incredible work and commitment to musical excellence. A special thank you to the dedicated band parents who helped support everyone throughout the season with assistance on props, uniforms, equipment, food and so much more!

Please join the Wildcat Bands on Thursday, December 5th at 7PM in the Skip Maiden Auditorium for their Winter Concert. This performance will feature all of the concert bands, as well as small chamber music performances from select students. We hope to see you there!

Save the date for Bandemonium! Wildcat Band Under the Stars. This one-of-a-kind music festival event will take place on May 16, 2025 at 6:30PM in the CVHS Bus Loop. More details to come!

 

 

Theatre Centreville is excited for their mythical 2024-2025 season. Each season's show will be inspired by a myth from around the world. Come support these hardworking performers on:

Fall Play: Antigone 3021- November 22-24, 2024

Winter Showcase: A Mythical Series Short Plays- January. 16, 2025

Spring Musical: Xanadu- May 1-4, 2024

 

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CVHS PTSA Meeting - Nov 12

Our next PTSA meeting will take place virtually on Zoom on Tuesday, Nov 12th at 7:00pm. Please use the following link - https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/95496282848

The PTSA website can be found here.  The website contains information about the officers, membership, meetings, and volunteer opportunities. 

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