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'"Women's History Month is an annual observance to highlight the contributions of women to events in history and contemporary society. Celebrated during March in the United States, Germany, and Australia, corresponding with International Women's Day on March 8, it is observed during October in Canada, corresponding with the celebration of Persons Day on October 18.

A weeklong observance in Sonoma County, California, in 1978 was subsequently championed by Gerda Lerner and the National Women's History Alliance to be recognized as a national week (1980) and then month (1987) in the United States, spreading internationally after that. Since 2005, the annual celebration of Women's History Month in Australia has centered on a different area of women's achievement. Promotional materials and events are focused around the theme and organizations, institutions and community groups are encouraged to use this theme for their own events."

MVHS Community -

We regret that due to low participation numbers, we will be CANCELLING our International Night for this 2025-2026 school year.

We will be working with our student groups, staff and community to plan a more substantial International Night in the 2026-2027 school year.

As the Academic Advising and Course Selection period draws to a close, we want to ensure all families feel confident about their child's educational path.

To facilitate this, SIS ParentVUE now allows parents and guardians to review and acknowledge their student's course requests for the 2026-27 school year.

• This acknowledgement window is open from March 16-March 27, 2026.

• Please note that this information is not a schedule, it is a list of courses only.

• Schedules will be finalized and released in August before school starts.

Instructions to view and acknowledge course requests:

• Log into your ParentVUE account.
• Navigate to the Course Request module.
• Review your student’s course request list for next school year.
• Navigate to the Student Info module.
• Click Edit Information.
• Locate the Course Request Acknowledgment field.
• Update the acknowledgment field to Yes to confirm review.
• Click Save Changes.

Please contact MVHS Director of Student Services Ms. Danielle Mascoll with any questions.

On Monday, April 6, 2026, parents and guardians of Mount Vernon High School will receive an email with a link to the FCPS Principal Evaluation Parent/Guardian Feedback Form.

This questionnaire is part of the Performance Evaluation Program and provides an opportunity to share anonymous feedback about our school’s leadership and environment.

Topics covered in the survey include:

✅ Instructional leadership

✅ School climate

✅ Management (human resources and organizational)

✅ Communication and community relations

✅ Culturally responsive and equitable leadership

✅ Professionalism

The questionnaire will be open April 6 - April 19, 2026 - and will be collected online.

When you receive the email invitation, please take a few minutes to complete it.

Your input is valuable and helps shape the future of our school.

Thank you for your time and feedback!

HUGE CONGRATULATIONS to MVHS' Caesar Fetzner, who recently competed in the Career Pathways Showcase Competition at the Virginia State SkillsUSA Competition this past March 9 – 11, 2026 - and finished in FIRST PLACE - earning a Gold Medal!

With that Gold Medal, he is eligible to move on to the National SkillsUSA competition in Atlanta, Georgia on June 1, 2026. This is a huge accomplishment for Caesar!

Caesar's teacher shared "I and so proud of the work [he] did this weekend. Earning the gold medal in the Career Pathways Showcase for Industrial and Engineering is a significant accomplishment that reflects the effort, focus, and dedication you put into your project." "I have also appreciated the time we spent working through the weekend. You showed great maturity and commitment. You may be quiet and reserved, but your work speaks loudly. You stayed focused, worked hard, and represented the program extremely well. It was a pleasure to spend that time with you, and I want to thank you for the effort you put in."

Congratulations Caesar on this amazing accomplishment!

The MVHS Camerata Orchestra received scores of Excellent (II) on stage, and I (superior) in sight reading!

The MVHS Chamber Orchestra received "straight ones," meaning scores of Superior (I) from all judges on stage and in sight reading. Straight ones are the highest possible scoring that can be received at district assessment.

Congratulations to the following Orchestra students:

Chamber Orchestra (Straight I superiors):

• Emerson Aguiluz-Garcia
• Josselyne Asencio-Lopez
• Karla Badoussi Donkpegan
• Andre Barrientos-Cruz
• Jorge Castro-Marenco
• Frank Genkinger
• Nickolas Lazo
• Amber Lee
• Mia Liuksila
• Elisa Lopez-Rojas
• Maybelin Montoya Morales
• Chloe Noland
• Ella Oksendahl
• Sylvia Pinamang Agyei
• Vanessa Schroeder
• Miliani Smith
• Jonathan Tackett
• Nathan Toone
• Timmy Truong
• Victoria Ventura Tejeda
• Lindsey Vuong
• Kiarra Watts
• Kaitlyn Wheeler
• Donnovon Wynder

Camerata Orchestra (Excellent rating (II) on stage, and I in sight reading):

• Austen Allshouse

• Ashley Bioh
• Leyla Brown
• Keiry Bonilla-Ramirez
• Payton Colander
• Kaylee Cruz Velasquez
• Angela Estrada
• Dejah Gainer
• Latiek Harris, Jr.
• Anastasia Kpognon
• Jude Lackey
• Nickolas Lazo
• Gerardo Lopez Hernandez
• Asia McClellen-Jackson
• Leandro Perdomo Flores
• Tristan Perkes
• Sofia Silvester
• Zachary Reed
• Ashly Tejada Saravia
• Thalia Webb

Congratulations to our Mount Vernon High School Band program for earning a SUPERIOR rating at the 2026 VBODA concert and site reading assessment this past Wednesday evening at West Potomac HS.

With Wednesday’s achievement combined with the superior earned by the Marching Majors this past Fall, the band has achieved its 14th Virginia Honor Band status - a distinction our school earned six times in the past 10 years.

We are proud to share that 33 MVHS students participated in the Annual FCPS "Bridges to Success" program this past Wednesday. MVHS by far had the most students in attendance of all FCPS high schools!

The "Bridges to Success" Program is an annual event where FCPS partners with Fort Belvoir Army Community Services to provide military-connected Juniors and Seniors an opportunity to to network with colleges and potential employing companies.

This week, the MVHS MCJROTC Honor Guard Team conducted a solemn ceremony to retire our school’s unserviceable American flag that has flown over MVHS for several years.

A military flag retirement ceremony is a dignified, formal event used to destroy worn-out U.S. flags. The process involves inspecting flags, folding them properly, placing them on a fire, and rendering salutes while reading to honor the flag's service.

What made this event truly special was the cadet-led initiative to make it happen, with little guidance from our Instructors Major Burch-Bynum an Chief Neveaux. These young leaders researched the U.S. Flag Code, coordinated the logistics, and executed every detail with precision.

A special shoutout to Cadet Staff Sergeant Ryan Nichols, who went above and beyond by purchasing the replacement flag, building a custom container, and even coordinating with his parents to provide a proper burn pit.

Other cadets involved in Honor Guard that deserve recognition for their dedication to service are as follows:

• C/Capt Katerin Romero
• C/2ndLt Connor McCarthy
• C/1stSgt Matthew Melendez
• C/SSgt Dorian Ezpeleta
• C/LCpl Mason Miller

We are really proud of these cadets for retiring our American Flag in such a dignified way!

• Here is a video with highlights from the Flag Retirement Ceremony.

Ms. Bierschenk and Ms. Russo held "moot courts" in their Government classes this past Friday.

MVHS hosted law students from George Washington University - and some of our parent lawyers - to help prep our students and then facilitate the courts.

Special thanks to Ms. Bierschenk and Ms. Russo for being so creative and making learning relevant to real life.

Thanks also to our parents for volunteering their time to help out our MVHS students!

Dear MVHS Families,

As we work to ensure our students are fully prepared for the transition to higher education, we are reaching out to our community to help bridge the gap between high school and college-level academic expectations. We are currently looking for leads and "feelers" for an upcoming Speaker Series focused on helping our rising seniors navigate the shift in grading rigor, assignment standards, and the personal accountability required at the next level.

If you are a professor or instructor at a two-year or four-year institution, an academic advisor, or have a professional connection to someone who might be interested in sharing their perspective with our students, we would love to hear from you.

At this stage, we are simply looking to identify potential partners within our network who can help our students understand what to expect in a college classroom.

Please reply directly to this email or contact Annie Stewart, amstewart@fcps.edu, if you have a lead or would like to volunteer your expertise.

Thank you for your continued support in setting our students up for long-term success.

Best regards,

Danielle Mascoll

MVHS Director of Student Services

EF Educational Tours is offering Mount Vernon HS students an opportunity to go to Japan in the summer of 2027.

While that is a year away, it does take some planning for such a trip.

Mr. Kalugdan, MVHS teacher, will be the contact person for the MVHS EF Tour trip.

The first interest meeting will be on March 24th, 2026 from 6:30pm to 7:30pm in the MVHS Media Center.

See the informational flyers below for more information.

** This trip is NOT associated with Mount Vernon High School or Fairfax County Public Schools **

** This is an independent company offering an opportunity to MVHS students **

SAVE THE DATE! If you are interested in registering, please reply and we'll save your spot while we update the registration site!

Please join us this APRIL 20, 2026 for the annual Michael M. Skinner Mount Vernon Golf Tournament, a community event supporting Mount Vernon High School Athletics!

• Date: April 20, 2026
• Location: Fort Belvoir Golf Club
• Entry Fee: $200 per golfer
• Format: Team Scramble
• Check-In: 8:00 AM

All proceeds benefit MVHS student-athletes and honor the legacy of Michael M. Skinner, a longtime teacher, coach, administrator, and dedicated champion of our Mount Vernon community.

Registration is capped at 100 golfers and fills up fast as this is the 18th year we've hosted this event.

3 Exciting Offers This Year!

(1) Any MVHS student who gets a golfer to register who hasn't played in the tournament in the past 4 years will receive a $25 gift card,

(2) All Fairfax County school students and employees receive 50% off. We will process refunds on the day of the tournament upon presentation of a school ID

(3) Any student or parent who secures a new sponsor for the tournament receives 25% of the sponsorship amount directly for the MVHS athletic team of their choice

There are several ways to participate:

Play:

• $200 per player (includes buffet lunch)
• Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place teams
• Contests include Longest Drive, Closest to the Pin, Putting Contest, 50/50 Raffle, and more

Sponsor:

• Opportunities range from package deals for groups and sponsorships for Holes, Beverage Cart, Lunch, Awards, and Registration.

Volunteer or Donate

• If golf isn’t your game, you can still support by volunteering or making a tax-deductible donation of any amount.

This tournament has become one of the premier community events in 22309, a competitive and lighthearted day filled with great people supporting a great cause.

If you’re interested in playing, sponsoring, volunteering, or learning more, please reply directly to me and I’ll send the registration details.

Thank you for supporting our Majors and investing in our local student-athletes.

Support MVHS PTSA Class of 2026 Senior Class Celebration!

Double Shredded Hardwood Mulch - Sold at $7.00 per 3 cubic feet.

- Orders of 10 Bags or more will be available on Saturday, March 21st, 2026 and can be delivered FREE of charge to your desired location within the Mount Vernon Area.

- Orders of less than 10 Bags will be available for Pick-Up ONLY at Mount Vernon High School, also available on Saturday, March 21st, 2026.

• DEADLINE FOR ORDERS IS: SUNDAY, MARCH 15th, 2026 at 12 MIDNIGHT!

***A convenience fee is applied to credit card transactions. Please note that this is a third-party fee, and is not part of the MVHS PTSA funds.**

All proceeds from the mulch sale go to the Mount Vernon High School PTSA senior class celebration.

Please feel free to add an Additional Donation at the Bottom of the Order Form - we appreciate your generosity.

• HERE is the ordering information.

THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SENIOR CLASS of 2026!

We are excited to share a wonderful opportunity for our students as prom season approaches. We have partnered with a local nonprofit to ensure that every student has the chance to look and feel their best, regardless of their budget.

The nonprofit will be hosting a prom attire giveaway planned for late March or early April, with the exact date still to be determined. Additionally, they will provide free hair and makeup services here at the school on the day of prom.

While we have already started collecting items, we are hoping to gather additional donations to better support our students.

If you have any new or gently used formal attire—including dresses, suits, shoes, and accessories—please consider bringing them to the MVHS Resource Center for drop-off. The MVHS Parent Resource Center is in the Main Lobby of MVHS.

I have attached a flyer with more details. Please keep these services in mind for any students who may benefit.

Thank you for your time and continued support in making this a memorable event for our students.

Keyli Villela

MVHS Family Liaison

MVHS Families celebrating Lent -

Beginning this past Friday, February 20, 2026 - and running up through Friday, March 27, 2026 - FCPS schools will be offering a fish sandwich on the menu every Friday as an non-meat alternative. In addition to the fish sandwich, students will also be able to create a salad bar lunch from the serving line, or get a peanut butter & jelly sandwich, or yogurt power pack.

HERE is the link for FCPS School Lunch Menus (choose MVHS in the top left column).

Our MVHS Student Activities Website will be full of important information for our students and families.

HERE is the link to the 25-26 MVHS Activities Calendar

HERE is the link to the MVHS Student Activities Website.

HERE is a link to the 2025-2026 Athletic Coaches List

Dear MVHS Community,

Support our student-athletes by becoming a proud member of the MVHS Athletic Booster Club!

There are many ways you can support MVHS Athletics:

👉 Click here to become a member, make a donation, become a sponsor, and purchase your Athletic Season Passes

👉 Click here to purchase MVHS Spirit Wear

Season Passes – valid for all regular-season home games

• Student - SILVER passes are $30
• Adult - MAROON passes are $75

By purchasing a Season Pass, you’re making a direct impact on our athletic programs. Season passes are not only a convenient and cost-effective option for families and fans, but they also ensure that 100% of gate sales go directly to MVHS.

Game day ticket sales are split 50/50 with the visiting team — so your support goes further with a pass!

Let’s fill the stands and show our school spirit.

Go MAJORS!

MVHS Late Busses will only run on Thursdays this 2025-2026 SY.

Please plan with your teachers to arrange any after-school support on Thursdays.

The MVHS cafeteria will offer breakfast and lunch daily. If your student plans on purchasing food through the cafeteria, please be sure to load money on their meal account or bring cash.

Breakfast:

• Students, grades K-12—$1.75
• Reduced-price breakfast for qualifying students – no charge
• Adults or 2nd student meal—$3.00

Lunch:

• Secondary and high school —$3.50
• Reduced-price lunch for qualifying students – no charge
• Adults or 2nd student meal —$5.00

More information on FCPS Food Services (including payment options for meal accounts, daily menus, free and reduced meal programs, etc.) can be reviewed on the FCPS website.

Early Release Days

In the event of a 3-hour early release, lunch service will still be available between 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. FNS proposes to offer grab-and-go meals for students, allowing them to go through the serving lines, choose items, and put them in provided meal bags. Both cold and hot meal options will be available. Students are still required to pick up complete reimbursable meals; otherwise, à la carte charges will be applied. All meals provided by FNS must be consumed on-site.

School Nutrition Accounts, PINs, Prepayments, & MySchoolBucks

FNS will be emailing student PINs via e-Notify and in advance of the first day of school. MySchoolBucks should be promoted and is now available for account prepayments. State legislation and the FCPS Meal Charge Policy direct all school nutrition account negative balance communication to parents/caregivers. Additionally, students may not be denied a breakfast or lunch meal for any reason. FNS will work with school administrators to communicate low/negative account balances.

Menus

School menus offer a variety of entrees, fruits, and vegetables that meet or exceed USDA guidelines, including nutrient standards. Menus, allergens, and nutrition information are all available online at LINQ Connect. School menus will be published monthly, starting one week before the first day of school. FNS makes every effort to offer items as listed on the planned menu. Unanticipated substitutions are published on LINQ Connect whenever possible.

Please check both the Student Services: Mount Vernon High School Schoology pages and the Scholarship tool in Naviance. You can also always visit Mrs. Whitehouse in the College and Career Center to learn more!

For more FCPS Scholarships, please visit: Scholarships for FCPS Students | Fairfax County Public Schools

Harris Goodall Squires Memorial Scholarship Amount:

• $5,000 Deadline: 4/1/2026

• Application in Naviance

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SIS ParentVUE: Everything You Can Do Through SIS ParentVUE

Parents and care-givers -

SIS ParentVUE is the info-central for all the MVHS and FCPS information you will need.

Track your student's attendance, view grades, get information from the school, and much more!

Log in to your SIS ParentVUE account to find forms and make updates.

Please call the school at 703-619-3100 if you need your Activation Code for SIS ParentVUE.

Be among the first to know about weather closings, bus delays, and other critical communications from your school and FCPS by providing your cell phone number and email in SIS ParentVUE.

To update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, click the “Online Packets” tab in the upper right of the screen, then click the “Online Verification/Update” icon.

Parents/caregivers who do not have a SIS ParentVUE account should print and complete the Emergency Care Information Form (PDF) and submit it to their child’s school.

Parents can submit daylong absences through SIS ParentVUE.

Log in and click “Report Absence.”

Note: Partial day absences and changes of transportation should still be reported directly to the school front office.

Parents/caregivers can also call the school at 703-619-3100 to report absences.

Families can now easily give permission for their children to access a variety of school resources through the Parent Digital Consent system.

This online tool can be accessed using your SIS ParentVUE account.

Parents can easily opt their child in or out of resources including online educational tools, school counseling services, and tutoring services. They can also change how student information is managed.

Visit the Parent Digital Consent webpage to access the system. Watch this video to see how to use the tool.