October 19-23
Congratulations Sterling Ruritan!
Congratulations to our community partner, The Sterling Ruritan, for celebrating 75 years of promoting fellowship, goodwill, and community service. Their impact on our school and community is NEXT LEVEL!
Commended Students
Congratulations to our Potomac Falls students on being named Commended Students by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation for their performance on last year's PSAT. Of the nearly 1.5 million juniors who took the exam last year, only 34,000 earned the Commended Student distinction. This year, Potomac Falls High School has seven students: Grace Armstrong, Joey Dinh, Jett Grimes, Marjorie Hotelling, Riddhi Kumbhar, Sophie Matthes, and Camden Ueltschy. Although Commended Students will not continue in the competition for National Merit Scholarships, some may be candidates for Special Scholarships offered by corporate sponsors (see sponsor list). NMSC will notify those candidates in November 2027.
Student Spotlight: Leaders in Action! 🌟
A massive shout-out to all of our outstanding students who represented our school at the Workforce Summit on Friday, October 16!
During this high-impact event, Alex Norton, Collin O'Brien, and Daiby Rodrigues-Sanchez took full advantage of a unique opportunity to network directly with the Superintendent, local business leaders, and industry professionals. All students who participated showcased incredible professionalism while building valuable career connections that will help pave the way for their future success.
Thank you for serving as exceptional ambassadors for our school community and demonstrating what true career and college readiness looks like! We are so proud of your leadership and initiative. Another big thank you goes to Mrs. Amanda Finklea, CTE Department Chair, for chaperoning this event.
Pumpkin Painting at the Falls!
A huge shout-out to Ms. Baird and the National Art Honor Society students for hosting the first Community Pumpkin Painting at the Falls! So many parents/guardians and students told us how much they loved it and asked if it could be an annual event! We hope to make this an annual tradition!
First Place!
The Panther Marching Band got 1st Place at Woodgrove High School this weekend! They also earned trophies for Best Music, Visual, Percussion, and Guard, for a total of 5 trophies.
Joining is just one click away, so don’t forget to sign-up today!!
Family Membership $30 – Staff Membership $15
A big thank-you to our PTSO for supporting our school community through the staff back-to-school breakfast, participation in the Homecoming parade, and the staff coffee cart! These thoughtful efforts help our staff feel appreciated and bring our school community together. Joining the PTSO makes all of this, and so much more, possible. We invite you to join and be part of the wonderful things happening at our school!
Papa John’s Pizza Card - SPECIAL OFFER
Papa John’s Pizza Cards offer a discounted rate of $10. Purchase a pizza at the regular menu price and receive a pizza FREE of equal or lesser value (no amount restrictions). **Carryout Only - Over 140 participating restaurants in VMD. Use the QR code and get your card today! VALID UNTIL March 2027.
Coming Soon - See's Candies Fundraiser
The PFH PTSO is running a See’s fundraising campaign for the rest of the school year. All funds raised will support senior scholarships and activities for staff, including coffee carts, luncheons, and Teacher Appreciation Week. Any support is greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance for your generosity.
Link to be available soon
Class of 2027 Sweatshirt
Come join us for the Cascades/PFH Makerspace Event in the library on October 20 during all lunches. Create your own Spooky Sun Catcher.
Come join us for the PFH Makerspace Event in the library on October 21 during all lunches. Create your own Origami Pumpkin.
ITALIAN & MEDITERRANEAN BISTRO
21305 Windmill Parc Dr.
Dulles, Virginia 20166
CAFESANO FUNDRAISER
## DINNER & LIVE MUSIC!
### live classical guitar featuring pfhs guitar students
**October 20th, 2026 | 5:30pm-8:30pm**
**15% of all sales donated to PFHS Guitar!**
Must show flyer on phone/printed copy or mention "PFHS GUITAR"
Valid for dine-in or carry out
Help raise money for our 2027 spring trip to Nashville, TN!
POTOMAC FALLS PANTHER GUITAR
PFHS DECA is collecting the following items to prepare Thanksgiving Dinner Bags for Loudoun Hunger Relief. We will pack these items in reusable grocery bags. Feel free to donate an entire bag or individual items that DECA members will pack:
- Bags or Boxes of Stuffing Mix
Canned Vegetables
Dry Dessert Mix: Nothing perishable
Cranberry Sauce (canned)
Cornbread or Biscuit Mix
Gravy Packets- No Jars
Boxed Mashed Potatoes
Donation Period: October 1st-November 6th
Drop-off Location: Potomac Falls High School- Room 225A
For more info or to volunteer: Susan.miller@lcps.org (DECA Advisor)
