MP Students, Parents, and Community,

We've had another great couple of weeks since our last newsletter. We capped off our Homecoming week with our Friday night Homecoming football game and then Homecoming dance on Saturday. The fun didn't stop there as we hosted a Trunk or Treat right before Halloween. It was fabulous to see so many of our students, staff, and community in costumes, playing games, and trick-or-treating; our high school clubs and activities sponsored the event. Officer Munoz and the MP Police Department represented as well; our PTSO deserves a shout-out for their support and involvement! To cap it off, our Theatre Department hosted VHSL One Acts. Our students performed the drama "Our Place" and did an excellent job. Our Marching Cougars participated in the Northern Virginia Veterans Parade in Manassas.

Just a reminder that this Monday, there is no school for students. It will be an opportunity for Parent-Teacher Conference's. Parents can stop by from 10 am to 6 pm to meet with their student's teachers; feel free to drop in. We will take a lunch break from 1 to 2 pm, so please schedule around that time. Parents can follow directions below to view Quarter 1 Report Cards.

No school on Tuesday for Election Day. We will return on Wednesday, November 6.

As always, please reach out with any questions or concerns.

Charles Forrest

Principal

Quarter 1 Report Cards Now Available Online in the PowerSchool Parent Portal

Manassas Park City Schools is requesting that parents review their student’s report card and digitally sign that the report card has been reviewed.

Directions to Access Online Report Cards: https://bit.ly/mpcsonlinereportcards

• November 4 - No School for students; Parent Teacher Conferences from 10:00am - 6:00 pm. There will be a lunch break for teachers from 1:00-2:00 pm.
• November 5 - No School; Election Day
• November 6 - Underclassmen Photos Makeup Day; last opportunity for underclassmen to have their pictures for the yearbook! See schedule below.
• November 11 - No School; Veteran's Day
• November 12 - Winter Sports tryouts begin
• November 14 - Family Market in Counseling Hallway at MPHS, starts at 4:00 pm.
• November 14-16 - Fall Play in MS Auditorium; 7 pm.
• November 19 - Senior Portraits in HS Commons, 2:30-8:30 pm.
• November 20 - Partners for Safe Teen Driving presentation in the MS Auditorium
• November 27-29 - No School; Fall Break
• December 2 - Senior Portraits in HS Commons, 2:30-8:30 pm.
• December 11 - Winter Band Concert in the MS Auditorium, at 6:59 pm.
• December 12 - Family Market in Counseling Hallway at MPHS, starts at 4:00 pm.
• December 17 - Winter Choir Concert in the MS Auditorium, at 6:59 pm.
• December 20 - Early Release from school for Winter Break at 10:30 am.
• December 23-January 1 - Winter Break, no school
• January 2-3 - No School; Professional Development for teachers

The 90-minute parent/teen presentation (Partners for Safe Teen Driving) to meet the HPE 10 course requirement and the Virginia Code §22.1-205 requirement will be held on WEDNESDAY 11/20 from 6:00-8:00 pm in the middle school auditorium. All students enrolled in 10th grade HPE 10 or any student who did not attend last semester or last year should attend with a parent or guardian. You must be on time, and you must stay for the entire presentation. The next presentation will be in the Spring.

November 7 - Financial Aid 101 sponsored by GMU during Cougar Time

November 14 - Governor’s School @Innovation Park tour from 8 am to 12 pm; permission slip due by November 8
November 19 - GMU Tour Field Trip from 10 am to 1 pm; permission slip due by November 8

• AP Test Payments due: November 8
• DMV Testing: November 21- Sign Up HERE
• PROJECT GRADUATION/SENIOR SEMINAR TESTING SESSION: December 6- December 19
• SAT at MPHS: December 7- Register HERE

Project Graduation and Senior Seminar are programs designed to help Senior students who have PASSED a class, but have FAILED a test needed to fulfil graduation requirements. Students/parents will be notified via email of remediation opportunities and test dates.

Schedules can also be found here:

TESTING CALENDAR: SESSION 2 (December)

Reading SOL Remediation Schedule: Test Date-December 6

Math (Algebra I) Remediation Schedule: Test Date-December 6

Science (Biology & Earth Science) Remediation Schedule: Test Date-December 11

Social Studies (USVA & World Geography) Remediation Schedule: Test Date-December 12

January 6 - Students return from Winter Break

January 8, 9, 10 - SOL Testing (only testers report to the building)

January 13, 14 - SOL Makeups

January 15, 16 - SOL Expediated Retakes

January 17 - End of Quarter 2/Semester 1

If you have any questions, or need assistance, please contact our Testing Coordinator, Maggie Morrison: maggie.morrison@mpark.net

Legacy Studios will offer Senior Portraits on November 19 and December 2 from 2:30-8:30 pm in the HS Commons. Please visit their website for more information: https://seniors.legacystudios.com/manassas-park-hs-va/

You may also contact them at: mailto:customercare@legacystudios.com

Seniors - check out the Counselors' Corner page on Canvas! There you will find information on:

1. "The Senior Checklist"
2. Scholarships
3. Colleges & Universities
4. FAFSA forms
5. Senior Checklist
6. SAT & ACT
7. and much more!

Winter Sports Tryouts are November 12-14.

• All participants must have a current sports physical on file.
• Students must be registered online by November 8 at this link: https://manassaspark-ar.rschooltoday.com
• Please check our our new website at https://mpcougarsathletics.com/

If you have any questions regarding Winter sports you may contact the following coaches:

• Girls Basketball - John King – john.king@mpark.net
• Boys Basketball - Ray Chambers – ray.chambers@mpark.net
• Wrestling - Koree Rodriguez – koree.rodriguez@mpark.net
• Swim - Maurie Stevens – maurie.stevens@mpark.net
• Indoor Track & Field - TBA Soon
• Sideline Cheer - Abby Duvall – abby.duvall@mpark.net
• Scholastic Bowl - Glen Smithberger – glen.smithberger@mpark.net

Martin Astrop, Activities Director, martin.astrop@mpark.net

Christine Catalfamo, Assistant Activities Director, christine.catalfamo@mpark.net

Dear Parents and Guardians,

The Manassas Park PTSO has a lot of fun events happening this month, and we want you to be a part of it!

Join Us for Spirit Night at Texas Roadhouse! 🌟

Get ready to indulge in some delicious food while supporting our schools! The Manassas Park PTSO is hosting a Spirit Night at Texas Roadhouse on November 12th, from 3-10pm. A portion of the proceeds will go directly to the MP PTSO to help us keep the good vibes and support rolling. So, bring your appetite and your school spirit—we can’t wait to see you there! 🍽️🎉

We look forward to seeing our Manassas Park community come together for these events as we work to make our students' experiences enjoyable and memorable!

Warm regards,
Your Manassas Park PTSO

¡Únete a Nosotros para la Noche del Espíritu en Texas Roadhouse! 🌟

¡Prepárate para disfrutar de una deliciosa comida mientras apoyas a nuestras escuelas! El PTSO de Manassas Park está organizando una Noche del Espíritu en Texas Roadhouse el 12 de noviembre de 3 a 10 p.m. Una parte de las ganancias irá directamente al PTSO de MP para ayudarnos a seguir con las buenas vibras y el apoyo. Así que, trae tu apetito y tu espíritu escolar—¡no podemos esperar a verte allí! 🍽️🎉

¡Esperamos ver a nuestra comunidad de Manassas Park unirse para estos eventos mientras trabajamos para hacer que las experiencias de nuestros estudiantes sean agradables y memorables!

We look forward to seeing our Manassas Park community come together for these events as we work to make our students' experiences enjoyable and memorable!

Warm regards,
Your Manassas Park PTSO

• School Resource Officer (SRO)
• Manassas Park Police Department
• We are excited that Officer Munoz will be with us again this year. We are grateful for the way he supports our students and school community!
• mailto:elpidio.munoz@mpark.net
  

• School Safety Officer (SSO)
• We welcome back Mr. Turner; he is a 2016 graduate of MPHS!
• He assists students getting to class on time and helps keep us safe!
• mailto:raequaun.turner@mpark.net

mailto:melissa.pitts@mpark.net

mailto:tricia.williams@mpark.net

Email: charles.forrest@mpark.net
Website: www.mpark.net
Twitter: @seetrees