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"Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Also known as African American History Month, the event grew out of “Negro History Week,” the brainchild of noted historian Carter G. Woodson and other prominent African Americans. Since 1976, every U.S. president has officially designated the month of February as Black History Month (History Channel website)."

For more information on Black History Month, visit the History Channel website HERE.

Congratulations to the following MVHS students for qualifying for the 2026 SkillsUSA Virginia State Leadership Conference and Competition (in March 2026 at the Virginia Beach Convention Center in Virginia Beach, VA):

• Caesar Fetzner - Career Pathways and Chapter Display Competitions
• Eduar Rueda Ramirez - Customer Service Competition
• Anthony Pinto Valenzuela - Residential Electrical Wiring Competition
• Kevin Ulloa - Quiz Bowl Competition
• David Rodriguez - Job Skills Demonstration

This past Wednesday, February 18th was National SRO (School Resource Officer) Appreciation Day.

We want to send special thanks to our amazing SRO Mario Colorado for all he does for our community!

He is one of THE BEST!

Youth Advisory Council of the DC Metro Transit Police Department will be hosting the MTPD Youth Advisory Council of VA on Thursday, February 26th at Metro’s Alexandria Headquarters (located at 2401 Mill Road, Alexandria, VA) from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Students who attend the meeting will receive five (5) hours of community service as well as a FREE dinner.

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 26, 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).

From February 18 to March 19, 2026, a Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) waiver allows students fasting during the school day to request take-home meal kits.

• These kits include a complete school breakfast and lunch to be eaten after the school day ends.

Important Meal Kit Information:

• Kits are charged based on a student’s meal status (Free, Reduced, or Paid).
• Students may claim one breakfast and one lunch kit per day.
• Students who eat a meal at school during the day are not eligible for a take-home kit on the same day.
• Kits are distributed at the end of the school day. Students must pick up their own kits; adults are not permitted to collect them.

IMPORTANT:

Parents or guardians must submit a weekly request form via the FCPS FNS website by the deadlines:

• February 11, 2026 for week of February 18, 2026
• February 16, 2026 for the week of February 23, 2026
• February 23, 2026 for the week of March 2, 2026
• March 2, 2026 for the week of March 9, 2026
• March 9, 2026 for the week of March 16, 2026

** Forms must be submitted on time to receive meal kits for the following week. **

** Parents/guardians must submit a separate request form for each student, every week, to participate, according to the deadlines above **

The Sophomore class needs your help!

Please consider ordering some delicious Double Good popcorn!!! Every purchase helps!!!

• To order, click here: https://s.dgpopup.com/dq8od809

Thanks for taking a look!

Ms. Rich and the Class of 2028

We would like to share information about the end-of-the-school-year calendar.

Seniors - Class of 2026:

• Last day of regular classes will be Thursday, May 28th

• Senior Final Exams will begin on Friday, May 29th and run through Wednesday, June 3rd (see schedule below)

• On these days, seniors will be released at the normal 2:55 pm.

• Following these days, seniors will have three activity days on Thursday, June 4th, Friday, June 5th and Monday, June 8th. Seniors will not attend regular classes on these days, but they will participate in [a class celebration, graduation rehearsals].

• Graduation will be at 9:00 am on Tuesday, June 9th at Eagle Bank Arena (at George Mason University)

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• There will be NO SCHOOL on Tuesday, June 9th for students in grades 9-11.

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For students in grades 9-11:

• The last five days of school will be on a modified schedule.

• Students will be released at 11:30 am following their final exams.

• Please see the grades 9-11 final exam schedule below.

• Wednesday; June 17th: Last Day of School – early release at 10:10 am

Please feel free to call the school at 703-619-3100 with any end-of-the-year questions.

MVHS Military Families living on Base:

Ft. Belvoir leadership asked that we share the important information below:

"Fort Belvoir SHARP will be hosting the SAAPM 5K on April 10, 2026. We kindly request your assistance in informing all parents, staff, and students who may be affected by increased traffic and temporary road adjustments on the installation that morning.

The run will begin at 0800, and road guards will be positioned at each intersection along the route to ensure safety.

• A map of the 5K course is below for your reference.

Please share this information with your school community so families can plan accordingly and avoid unexpected delays when entering the installation."

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.

Thank you for your patience as we all get used to new routines this school year. We appreciate our families following Kiss and Ride procedures and being patient while waiting for your children’s buses.

• HERE is the bus route information for this school year.

If a student’s bus is delayed, parents may access the Bus Delay Notification System or use the Here Comes the Bus mobile app to receive the delayed bus report.

Email messages will be sent to announce significant bus delays.

Contact the Transportation Office at 703-446-2150 with any additional questions. For any concerns after 5:30 p.m., contact Safety and Security at 571-423-2000.

To make sure you receive email messages about bus delays, update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE.