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Langley Calendar

Visit the “Langley Calendar” for events for the 2023 – 2024 school year. Click on the event for additional information. Check back frequently for newly added and updates on events. Bookmark page for future reference.

This Week at Langley

Tuesday, November 28 

• Financial Aid Night @ McLean High School 

Thursday, November 30 - Friday, December 1

• Senior Portraits Make-Up 

Friday, December 1 - Saturday, December 2 

• Renaissance Feaste 

Monday, December 4 

• Jazz Band Concert, Auditorium, 7:00 p.m.  

Tuesday, December 5 

• Class of 2024 Family Forum, 9:30 a.m.
• Orchestra Concert, Auditorium, 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, December 6

• PTSA General Membership Meeting, Auditorium, 9:00 a.m.

Saturday, December 9

• Homecoming Dance, 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Tuesday, December 12

• Choir Concert, Auditorium, 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, December 13 

• Book Talk "Raising a Kid Who Can", Lecture Hall, 9:30 a.m. 

Thursday, December 14

• Band Concert, Auditorium, 7:00 p.m.

December 18 – January 1

• Winter Break

Financial Aid Night:

When: Tuesday, November 28th, 6:30 p.m.

Where: McLean HS Auditorium, 1633 Davidson Rd., McLean, VA Hear from NOVA’s Financial Aid Director on:

FAFSA Merit Scholarships

CSS Profile and more!

*Between 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM we will have people available in front of the auditorium to assist you with setting up your FSA ID which is needed to complete the FAFSA. A parent and the student must create an FSA ID. You can bring a laptop or do this on your phone. There is a 2-step authentication process so you need to either do it together or be able to reach each other quickly.

FCPS Outstanding Employee Awards Program 

Each year, FCPS looks to honor several staff members for outstanding excellence in their roles:

- Outstanding Teacher (has at least 3 years of experience)

- Outstanding New Teacher (within their first three years)

- Outstanding Principal (has completed at least 3 years as a building Principal)

- Outstanding School Leader (has completed at least 1 year as an Assistant Principal, Director of Student Activities, or Director of Student Services)

- Outstanding Professional Employee (Counselor, Psychologist, Social Worker, College & Career Center Specialist, Systems of Support Advisor (SoSA), School Based Technology Specialist (SBTS), Technology Support Specialist (TSSpec), Instructional Coach, Assessment Coach, Special Education Department Chair, Safety & Security Specialist)

- Outstanding Operational Employee (Administrative and Office Assistants, Custodial Staff, Food Service Staff, Instructional Assistant, Family Liaison, Safety & Security Assistant)

Our Langley High School winners will be submitted for consideration at the pyramid, region and division levels. We believe that our staff is truly exceptional and that the work we do for our students deserves celebration beyond our school. You may submit this form more than once. You do not have to nominate for all categories. 

You are asked to write at least a paragraph explaining how your nominee meets or exceeds the criteria for the award. If your nominee is chosen as the Langley HS winner, you will be asked to complete the nominator statement form that is included in the official packet for consideration in the next round of the competition.  Thank you for celebrating the wonderful work done at Langley HS by highlighting some of our amazing staff members! All nominations must be submitted by 8:00 am on Monday, November 27, 2023. Eligibility and award criteria are listed on each nomination page of the nomination form. If you have any questions, please contact Wayne Biernesser at [email protected]

To nominate a Langley HS staff member, click here.

Renaissance Feaste

Join the Langley High School Chorus for the annual Renaissance Feaste on December 1st or 2nd at 7:00 PM. This special holiday tradition is over 20 years strong and includes participation from over 80 student performers. Our evening includes a three-course dinner featuring either grilled chicken or vegetarian pasta for $35, or student stadium seating (no meal) for $10. Dinner tickets will close for purchase at the end of day on Monday November 27th.  Stadium sales remain open and can be purchased at the door for $10 cash. Visit Feast Tickets to purchase your tickets today!

Wellness Screening- December 5, 2023  (11th Grade Parents Only)

Mental health problems can develop in adolescence which is full of emotions for teens. Some of these emotions are actually mental illnesses. Depression is among the most common mental illnesses. Depression is treatable; however, it is a leading risk factor for suicide. To proactively address mental illness, Langley High School is providing a mental wellness screening and suicide prevention training as part of the SOS Signs of Suicide Prevention Program.  11th grade parents received an email on November 4th with details regarding this screening and an opt-out link should they wish to do so.  Please contact Tim Ready, school counselor, at [email protected] with any questions.

Book Talk "Raising a Kid Who Can"

Come join Anna Brown, LHS school psychologist and Jordan Payne, LHS social worker for an engaging parenting conversation.  They will review the book, Raising a Kid Who Can – Simple Strategies to Build a Lifetime of Adaptability and Emotional Strength, written by local clinical professionals.  The book talk will be held in the Lecture Hall on December 13 at 9:30 am. Please RSVP to [email protected] if you can attend.

Quick Links:

• 2023-2024 Standard School Year Calendar
• Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information.
• FCPS Parent Resource Center

• Important Health Authorization Forms including Epipen and Inhaler Authorization forms can be found here.

2023-2024 Standard School Year Calendar   December 7 Religious and Cultural Observance | Chanukah (begins sundown 12/7-sundown 12/15) December 8 Religious and Cultural Observance | Bodhi Day December 18-31 Holidays | Winter Break December 25 Christmas January 1, 2024 Holiday | New Year's Day January 6 Three Kings Day/Epiphany January 7 Orthodox Christmas January 15 Holiday | Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday  January 19 Religious and Cultural Observance | Orthodox Epiphany January 25 End of Second Quarter - 2-hour Early Release  January 26 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff - Option to work at an alternate location)  February 10 Lunar New Year February 14 Ash Wednesday February 19 Holiday | Washington’s Birthday and Presidents’ Day March 5 Presidential Primary (tentative) March 11 Religious and Cultural Observance | First Full Day of Ramadan (begins sundown 3/10 and continues with daily fast and nightly prayer until 4/9) March 20 Orthodox Ash Wednesday March 22 End of Third Quarter March 25-29 Holidays | Spring Break March 29 Good Friday March 31 Easter April 1 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff) April 2 Student Holiday (Staff Development Day for Staff) April 9 Religious and Cultural Observance | Eid al Fitr (begins sundown 4/9 – sundown 4/10) April 10 Holiday | Eid al Fitr (begins sundown 4/9 – sundown 4/10) April 22 Religious and Cultural Observance | First evening of Passover (begins sundown 4/22 - sundown 4/30) April 23 Religious and Cultural Observance | Second evening of Passover April 24 Religious and Cultural Observance | Theravada New Year May 3 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff ) May 5 Orthodox Easter May 27 Holiday | Memorial Day June 3 Class of 2024 Graduation Day  June 12 Last Day of School / Early Release 

6520 Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA 22101 | Phone: 703-2872700
Websites: Langley High School | Langley PTSA | FCPS

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Langley Calendar

Visit the “Langley Calendar” for events for the 2023 – 2024 school year. Click on the event for additional information. Check back frequently for newly added and updates on events. Bookmark page for future reference.

This Week at Langley

Wednesday, November 22 - Friday, November 24

• Thanksgiving Break 

Tuesday, November 28 

• Financial Aid Night @ McLean High School, 6:30 p.m. 

Thursday, November 30 - Friday, December 1

• Senior Portraits Make-Up 

Friday, December 1 - Saturday, December 2 

• Renaissance Feaste 

Monday, December 4 

• Jazz Band Concert, Auditorium, 7:00 p.m.  

Tuesday, December 5 

• Class of 2024 Family Forum, 9:30 a.m.
• Orchestra Concert, Auditorium, 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, December 6

• PTSA General Membership Meeting, Virtual, 9:00 a.m.

Saturday, December 9

• Homecoming Dance, 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Tuesday, December 12

• Choir Concert, Auditorium, 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, December 13 

• Book Talk "Raising a Kid Who Can", Lecture Hall, 9:30 a.m. 

Thursday, December 14

• Band Concert, Auditorium, 7:00 p.m.

December 18 – January 1

• Winter Break

Did You Know...

The Turkey Trot tradition dates back to 1896, when the YMCA held the first Buffalo Turkey Trot in Buffalo, N.Y. Only six runners participated in the race that year, running on stretches of dirt road for roughly five miles. Here is a list of Turkey Trots in the DC area.

Financial Aid Night:

When: Tuesday, November 28th, 6:30 p.m.

Where: McLean HS Auditorium, 1633 Davidson Rd., McLean, VA Hear from NOVA’s Financial Aid Director on:

FAFSA Merit Scholarships

CSS Profile and more!

Senior Portraits - LAST CHANCE

• Legacy Studios is returning to Langley for FINAL make-up and re-take senior portraits.
• Nov 30 & Dec 1
• Students must make an appointment with Legacy Studios.
• Seniors not photographed by Dec 1 will be listed as NOT PICTURED in the yearbook.

Renaissance Feaste

The Langley Chorus Feaste ticket sales are live and going fast.  Buy soon to secure your ticket for December 1st or 2nd at 7:00 PM. This annual holiday tradition features 80 students from the Madrigals, Chamber, Concert and Treble Choruses. Dinner tickets are $35 and include a choice of grilled chicken or vegetarian pasta entrees as well as pumpkin Bundt cakes baked by Seth Ludlow, INC.  Student stadium seating (no meal) is available for $10.00. Come join us for an evening of merriment and amusement. Tickets can be purchased at  https://langleychorus.thundertix.com/events/219786

Book Talk "Raising a Kid Who Can"

Come join Anna Brown, LHS school psychologist and Jordan Payne, LHS social worker for an engaging parenting conversation.  They will review the book, Raising a Kid Who Can – Simple Strategies to Build a Lifetime of Adaptability and Emotional Strength, written by local clinical professionals.  The book talk will be held in the Lecture Hall on December 13 at 9:30 am. Please RSVP to [email protected] if you can attend.

How to Access Free Resources from Tutor.com

 

 

FCPS students continue to have unlimited access to live, 24/7, one-on-one online tutoring services through Tutor.com at no cost to families. Student participation is optional and parents/guardians can opt their student(s) out of accessing the services. Detailed information and FAQs are available on the Tutor.com Online Tutoring Services webpage.

Students can access Tutor.com via a link in Schoology. Additional information about how to log in and access a tutor is provided to families via the following: Middle & High - How It Works. Questions not answered in the posted resources may be sent to [email protected].

No Food Deliveries!

Please note that students are not allowed to receive food deliveries during the school day due to security concerns. If a student needs food, they can contact their counselor, cafeteria staff, or administrator for assistance.

Quick Links:

• 2023-2024 Standard School Year Calendar
• Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information.
• FCPS Parent Resource Center

• Important Health Authorization Forms including Epipen and Inhaler Authorization forms can be found here.

2023-2024 Standard School Year Calendar   November 22-24 Holidays | Thanksgiving Break December 7 Religious and Cultural Observance | Chanukah (begins sundown 12/7-sundown 12/15) December 8 Religious and Cultural Observance | Bodhi Day December 18-31 Holidays | Winter Break December 25 Christmas January 1, 2024 Holiday | New Year's Day January 6 Three Kings Day/Epiphany January 7 Orthodox Christmas January 15 Holiday | Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday  January 19 Religious and Cultural Observance | Orthodox Epiphany January 25 End of Second Quarter - 2-hour Early Release  January 26 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff - Option to work at an alternate location)  February 10 Lunar New Year February 14 Ash Wednesday February 19 Holiday | Washington’s Birthday and Presidents’ Day March 5 Presidential Primary (tentative) March 11 Religious and Cultural Observance | First Full Day of Ramadan (begins sundown 3/10 and continues with daily fast and nightly prayer until 4/9) March 20 Orthodox Ash Wednesday March 22 End of Third Quarter March 25-29 Holidays | Spring Break March 29 Good Friday March 31 Easter April 1 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff) April 2 Student Holiday (Staff Development Day for Staff) April 9 Religious and Cultural Observance | Eid al Fitr (begins sundown 4/9 – sundown 4/10) April 10 Holiday | Eid al Fitr (begins sundown 4/9 – sundown 4/10) April 22 Religious and Cultural Observance | First evening of Passover (begins sundown 4/22 - sundown 4/30) April 23 Religious and Cultural Observance | Second evening of Passover April 24 Religious and Cultural Observance | Theravada New Year May 3 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff ) May 5 Orthodox Easter May 27 Holiday | Memorial Day June 3 Class of 2024 Graduation Day  June 12 Last Day of School / Early Release 

6520 Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA 22101 | Phone: 703-2872700
Websites: Langley High School | Langley PTSA | FCPS

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Langley Calendar

Visit the “Langley Calendar” for events for the 2023 – 2024 school year. Click on the event for additional information. Check back frequently for newly added and updates on events. Bookmark page for future reference.

This Week at Langley

Monday, November 13 

• Meet the Coach Night for Winter Sports, 7:00 p.m. 

Tuesday, November 14 

• Partners for Safe Teen Driving, 6:30 p.m. (doors close promptly at 6:30 p.m.) 

Thursday, November 16 

• Saxon Service 

Wednesday, November 22 - Friday, November 24

• Thanksgiving Break 

Tuesday, November 28 

• Financial Aid Night @ McLean High School, 6:30 p.m. 

 

Did You Know...

Fairfax County youth reported lower rates of use than those reported nationally for most substances assessed on the survey. Rates of use among Fairfax County students were less than half the national rates for past month use of alcohol, marijuana, vaping, inhalant use, LSD or other hallucinogens, cocaine or crack, ecstasy, steroids, heroin, and cigarettes. Here are the 2022-23 youth survey results.

Wellness Screening- November 14, 2023     

(9th Grade Parents Only)

Mental health problems can develop in adolescence which is full of emotions for teens. Some of these emotions are actually mental illnesses. Depression is among the most common mental illnesses. Depression is treatable; however, it is a leading risk factor for suicide. To proactively address mental illness, Langley High School is providing a mental wellness screening and suicide prevention training as part of the SOS Signs of Suicide Prevention Program.  9th grade parents received an email on October 10th with details regarding this screening and an opt-out link should they wish to do so.  Please contact Tim Ready, school counselor, at [email protected] with any questions.

Upcoming College Access Fairfax Events

To attend any of the workshops click on the events calendar on our website:

Saxons!

The deadline is extended to November 17th. Please submit your masterpiece to [email protected]

 

Theme: “I am Hopeful Because…”

NEW Deadline: November 17th.

Categories: Visual Arts, Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Photography, Musical Composition, Special Arts.

Information: A Quick Guide - Reflections 2023, or

Scan the QR codes on the Reflections posters in the hallways, or

Email [email protected] , or

Talk to your English and/or Art teachers.

For inspiration watch the videos: here

How to Access Free Resources from Tutor.com

 

 

FCPS students continue to have unlimited access to live, 24/7, one-on-one online tutoring services through Tutor.com at no cost to families. Student participation is optional and parents/guardians can opt their student(s) out of accessing the services. Detailed information and FAQs are available on the Tutor.com Online Tutoring Services webpage.

Students can access Tutor.com via a link in Schoology. Additional information about how to log in and access a tutor is provided to families via the following: Middle & High - How It Works. Questions not answered in the posted resources may be sent to [email protected].

Financial Aid Night:

When: Tuesday, November 28th, 6:30 p.m.

Where: McLean HS Auditorium, 1633 Davidson Rd., McLean, VA Hear from NOVA’s Financial Aid Director on:

FAFSA Merit Scholarships

CSS Profile and more!

Senior Portraits - LAST CHANCE

• Legacy Studios is returning to Langley for FINAL make-up and re-take senior portraits.
• Nov 30 & Dec 1
• Students must make an appointment with Legacy Studios.
• Seniors not photographed by Dec 1 will be listed as NOT PICTURED in the yearbook.

Renaissance Feaste

Tickets sales are live and going fast for the Langley High School annual Renaissance Feaste.  Mark your calendars for an evening of music, dinner, and merriment on December 1st and 2nd at 7:00 PM. Dinner seats include a choice of grilled chicken with mashed potatoes and sage drawn butter, or vegetarian Farfale pasta with basil tomato sauce.  Both entrees include harvest vegetables, salad with a simple lemon dressing, corn bread and pumpkin bunt cakes for $35 per person. Gluten free selections are also available. New this year - stadium style student seating (does not include dinner) on the steps of Langley Hall for $10. Ticket sales are available at langleychorus.com. Buy now to reserve your seats!

Federal Impact Aid 

Each year, Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is eligible to apply for federal Impact Aid grant funds. Impact Aid is a federal formula grant program designed to assist local school districts that enroll federally-connected students. Federally-connected students are children of active duty uniformed services personnel; children who live on federal property or in subsidized federal housing; and children whose parents are employed on eligible federal properties.

FCPS anticipates receiving approximately $3,000,000 in unrestricted funds from the Impact Aid grant. These funds become part of the school system's general operating budget and are critical to maintaining high standards for educational excellence. This year, FCPS is pleased to announce that the Federal Impact Aid Survey will be available electronically through your ParentVUE account. The survey is now open in ParentVUE. Please visit this link  to find out more about the Impact Aid program, directions for completing the form, and to log in to ParentVUE. We are required to have a form for each student even if the parents are not federally connected; so, please fill out one for each child you have enrolled in FCPS. If you are experiencing difficulties with SIS please submit an IT request at the following link: https://itweb.fcps.edu/itsupport/parent/For families that do not have access to ParentVUE or prefer to complete a paper form, a printed form will be provided at your request.

As always, if you have questions, would like a paper form, or need assistance, please reach out to our survey coordinator at [email protected]

No Food Deliveries!

Please note that students are not allowed to receive food deliveries during the school day due to security concerns. If a student needs food, they can contact their counselor, cafeteria staff, or administrator for assistance.

Quick Links:

• 2023-2024 Standard School Year Calendar
• Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information.
• FCPS Parent Resource Center

• Important Health Authorization Forms including Epipen and Inhaler Authorization forms can be found here.

2023-2024 Standard School Year Calendar   November 12 Diwali November 22-24 Holidays | Thanksgiving Break December 7 Religious and Cultural Observance | Chanukah (begins sundown 12/7-sundown 12/15) December 8 Religious and Cultural Observance | Bodhi Day December 18-31 Holidays | Winter Break December 25 Christmas January 1, 2024 Holiday | New Year's Day January 6 Three Kings Day/Epiphany January 7 Orthodox Christmas January 15 Holiday | Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday  January 19 Religious and Cultural Observance | Orthodox Epiphany January 25 End of Second Quarter - 2-hour Early Release  January 26 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff - Option to work at an alternate location)  February 10 Lunar New Year February 14 Ash Wednesday February 19 Holiday | Washington’s Birthday and Presidents’ Day March 5 Presidential Primary (tentative) March 11 Religious and Cultural Observance | First Full Day of Ramadan (begins sundown 3/10 and continues with daily fast and nightly prayer until 4/9) March 20 Orthodox Ash Wednesday March 22 End of Third Quarter March 25-29 Holidays | Spring Break March 29 Good Friday March 31 Easter April 1 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff) April 2 Student Holiday (Staff Development Day for Staff) April 9 Religious and Cultural Observance | Eid al Fitr (begins sundown 4/9 – sundown 4/10) April 10 Holiday | Eid al Fitr (begins sundown 4/9 – sundown 4/10) April 22 Religious and Cultural Observance | First evening of Passover (begins sundown 4/22 - sundown 4/30) April 23 Religious and Cultural Observance | Second evening of Passover April 24 Religious and Cultural Observance | Theravada New Year May 3 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff ) May 5 Orthodox Easter May 27 Holiday | Memorial Day June 3 Class of 2024 Graduation Day  June 12 Last Day of School / Early Release 

6520 Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA 22101 | Phone: 703-2872700
Websites: Langley High School | Langley PTSA | FCPS

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Langley Calendar

Visit the “Langley Calendar” for events for the 2023 – 2024 school year. Click on the event for additional information. Check back frequently for newly added and updates on events. Bookmark page for future reference.

This Week at Langley

Monday, November 6 

• Student Holiday (School Planning Day for Staff)
• First Day of Winter Sports Tryouts 

Tuesday, November 7 

• Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff) | Election Day

Friday, November 10

• Talent Show, Auditorium, 6:30 p.m. 

Monday, November 13 

• Meet the Coach Night for Winter Sports, 7:00 p.m. 

Tuesday, November 14 

• Partners for Safe Teen Driving, 6:30 p.m. (doors close promptly at 6:30 p.m.) 

Thursday, November 16 

• Saxon Service 

Wednesday, November 22 - Friday, November 24

• Thanksgiving Break 

Tuesday, November 28 

• Financial Aid Night @ McLean High School, 6:30 p.m. 

Did You Know...

Mitch Abblett Ph.D from Psychology today writes, “Momentology is this “course of study,” for the inner skills we as adults need in our daily work and relationship moments, the lessons our kids need as well.” A "momentology practice" teaches the skills of owning moments for creating, healing, and connecting.

Here are the top inner skills we can teach our children.

Talent Show

Saxon Stage is proud to present its 2nd Annual talent show, Saxon's Got Talent. Get ready to be entertained by acts of acting, singing, dancing, bands, magic, comedy and more! The show is Friday,  Nov 10 at 6:30 pm in the Auditorium. Click here to purchase tickets, on sale now! Adults are $10, Seniors and Students are $5. You can purchase your tickets in advance online or you can pay at the door. The doors will open at 6 pm. Enter by Door 14. Questions? Reach out to Mr. Kaufman at [email protected]. We look forward to having you all in attendance!

Wellness Screening- November 14, 2023     

(9th Grade Parents Only)

Mental health problems can develop in adolescence which is full of emotions for teens. Some of these emotions are actually mental illnesses. Depression is among the most common mental illnesses. Depression is treatable; however, it is a leading risk factor for suicide. To proactively address mental illness, Langley High School is providing a mental wellness screening and suicide prevention training as part of the SOS Signs of Suicide Prevention Program.  9th grade parents received an email on October 10th with details regarding this screening and an opt-out link should they wish to do so.  Please contact Tim Ready, school counselor, at [email protected] with any questions.

Federal Impact Aid 

Each year, Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is eligible to apply for federal Impact Aid grant funds. Impact Aid is a federal formula grant program designed to assist local school districts that enroll federally-connected students. Federally-connected students are children of active duty uniformed services personnel; children who live on federal property or in subsidized federal housing; and children whose parents are employed on eligible federal properties.

FCPS anticipates receiving approximately $3,000,000 in unrestricted funds from the Impact Aid grant. These funds become part of the school system's general operating budget and are critical to maintaining high standards for educational excellence. This year, FCPS is pleased to announce that the Federal Impact Aid Survey will be available electronically through your ParentVUE account. The survey is now open in ParentVUE. Please visit this link  to find out more about the Impact Aid program, directions for completing the form, and to log in to ParentVUE. We are required to have a form for each student even if the parents are not federally connected; so, please fill out one for each child you have enrolled in FCPS. If you are experiencing difficulties with SIS please submit an IT request at the following link: https://itweb.fcps.edu/itsupport/parent/For families that do not have access to ParentVUE or prefer to complete a paper form, a printed form will be provided at your request.

As always, if you have questions, would like a paper form, or need assistance, please reach out to our survey coordinator at [email protected]

Upcoming College Access Fairfax Events

Plan to attend a virtual workshop on Paying for College or Scholarship 101. College Access Fairfax and FCPS will present a series of virtual workshops for students and their parents. 

Paying for College - an overview of the financial aid process

• Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at 7:00 PM 
  • ZOOM LINK

Scholarship 101 - an overview of the process for applying for outside scholarships   

• Saturday, November 18, 2023 at 10:00 AM 
  • ZOOM LINK
• Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at 7:00 PM
  • ZOOM LINK

To attend any of the workshops, simply click on the appropriate link above.  Links can also be found on the Events calendar on our website:

https://collegeaccessfairfax.org/?utm_campaign_&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery 

Financial Aid Night:

When: Tuesday, November 28th, 6:30 p.m.

Where: McLean HS Auditorium, 1633 Davidson Rd., McLean, VA Hear from NOVA’s Financial Aid Director on:

FAFSA Merit Scholarships

CSS Profile and more!

Saxons!

The deadline is extended to November 17th. Please submit your masterpiece to [email protected]

 

Theme: “I am Hopeful Because…”

NEW Deadline: November 17th.

Categories: Visual Arts, Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Photography, Musical Composition, Special Arts.

Information: A Quick Guide - Reflections 2023, or

Scan the QR codes on the Reflections posters in the hallways, or

Email [email protected] , or

Talk to your English and/or Art teachers.

For inspiration watch the videos: here

Renaissance Feaste

The Langley High School Chorus is preparing for its annual Renaissance Feaste on December 1st and 2nd at 7:00 PM. Mark your calendars for an evening of music, dinner, and merriment. Dinner seats include grilled chicken with mashed potatoes and sage drawn butter, harvest vegetables, salad with a simple lemon dressing, corn bread and pumpkin bunt cakes for $35 per person. Vegetarian and gluten free options are also available. New this year - stadium style student seating (does not include dinner) on the steps of Langley Hall for $10. Ticket sales are starting November 6th at langleychorus.com. Buy early to reserve your seats!

Senior Portraits - LAST CHANCE

• Legacy Studios is returning to Langley for FINAL make-up and re-take senior portraits.
• Nov 30 & Dec 1
• Students must make an appointment with Legacy Studios.
• Seniors not photographed by Dec 1 will be listed as NOT PICTURED in the yearbook.

Provide Input on FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R)

Please join FCPS’ Chief Equity Office for a virtual meeting regarding the Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R) Regulation. The event will be held on Thursday, November 9, from 6-7:30 p.m. You may register at this link.

Your feedback will help ensure that FCPS policies align with the school division’s mission and values. It will also help identify any specific considerations that need to be addressed for the 2024-25 school year. 

Language interpretation will be available in Spanish, Korean, and Arabic. A Certified Deaf Interpreter will be available as well. Get information on the SR&R. 

School Bond Referendum

✅ Election Day Is Tuesday. Vote! The 2023 School Bond Referendum will be on the ballot Tuesday, November 7. Please remember to vote! 

November 7 will also be a teacher workday and a holiday for students. For more information on voting, visit the Virginia Department of Elections website.

No Food Deliveries!

Please note that students are not allowed to receive food deliveries during the school day due to security concerns. If a student needs food, they can contact their counselor, cafeteria staff, or administrator for assistance.

Quick Links:

• 2023-2024 Standard School Year Calendar
• Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information.
• FCPS Parent Resource Center

• Important Health Authorization Forms including Epipen and Inhaler Authorization forms can be found here.

2023-2024 Standard School Year Calendar   November 6 Student Holiday (School Planning Day for Staff) November 7 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff) | Election Day November 11 Veterans Day November 12 Diwali November 22-24 Holidays | Thanksgiving Break December 7 Religious and Cultural Observance | Chanukah (begins sundown 12/7-sundown 12/15) December 8 Religious and Cultural Observance | Bodhi Day December 18-31 Holidays | Winter Break December 25 Christmas January 1, 2024 Holiday | New Year's Day January 6 Three Kings Day/Epiphany January 7 Orthodox Christmas January 15 Holiday | Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday  January 19 Religious and Cultural Observance | Orthodox Epiphany January 25 End of Second Quarter - 2-hour Early Release  January 26 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff - Option to work at an alternate location)  February 10 Lunar New Year February 14 Ash Wednesday February 19 Holiday | Washington’s Birthday and Presidents’ Day March 5 Presidential Primary (tentative) March 11 Religious and Cultural Observance | First Full Day of Ramadan (begins sundown 3/10 and continues with daily fast and nightly prayer until 4/9) March 20 Orthodox Ash Wednesday March 22 End of Third Quarter March 25-29 Holidays | Spring Break March 29 Good Friday March 31 Easter April 1 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff) April 2 Student Holiday (Staff Development Day for Staff) April 9 Religious and Cultural Observance | Eid al Fitr (begins sundown 4/9 – sundown 4/10) April 10 Holiday | Eid al Fitr (begins sundown 4/9 – sundown 4/10) April 22 Religious and Cultural Observance | First evening of Passover (begins sundown 4/22 - sundown 4/30) April 23 Religious and Cultural Observance | Second evening of Passover April 24 Religious and Cultural Observance | Theravada New Year May 3 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff ) May 5 Orthodox Easter May 27 Holiday | Memorial Day June 3 Class of 2024 Graduation Day  June 12 Last Day of School / Early Release 

6520 Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA 22101 | Phone: 703-2872700
Websites: Langley High School | Langley PTSA | FCPS

Greetings Saxons,

The autumnal air may have cooled the weather, but Saxon Country is sizzling with success!

Way to go, Langley Cheer!
Morgan Kim- Liberty District Cheerleader of the Year (She also won this distinction last year!) and Northern Region Cheer 1st Team
Alexia Giersi- Northern Region Cheer 2nd Team
Avery Jones- Northern Region Cheer 2nd Team

Congratulations to Coach Jessica Miller- Liberty District and Northern Region Cheer Coach of the Year!

We wish Girls Cross Country the best of luck as they compete next Saturday in the state finals!

We salute Coach Sue Shifflett (pictured with Director of Student Activities Geoff Noto)- Liberty District Coach of the Year!

It was all treats on Tuesday as Halloween spirit was on full display.

A final shout out to our varsity football team as they battle McLean HS this evening. We know they will represent Saxon Country well in the match up!

We wish each of you an incredible weekend. Please remember to set your clocks back tomorrow night. Also, don’t forget that Monday and Tuesday are student holidays! 😊

Fondly,

 

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This Week at Langley

Friday, November 3

• End of 1st Quarter
• Two Hour Early Release

Monday, November 6 

• Student Holiday (School Planning Day for Staff)
• First Day of Winter Sports Tryouts 

Tuesday, November 7 

• Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff) | Election Day

Friday, November 10

• Talent Show, Auditorium, 6:30 p.m. 

Monday, November 13 

• Meet the Coach Night for Winter Sports, 7:00 p.m. 

Tuesday, November 14 

• Partners for Safe Teen Driving, 6:30 p.m. (doors close promptly at 6:30 p.m.) 

Thursday, November 16 

• Saxon Service 

Wednesday, November 22 - Friday, November 24

• Thanksgiving Break 

Tuesday, November 28 

• Financial Aid Night @ McLean High School, 6:30 p.m. 

Did You Know...

As the shorter days and colder months are rolling in Seasonal Affect Disorder (SAD) symptoms begin. Here is an article by Katherine Cullen MFA, LMSW from Psychology Today on coping strategies during colder months.

2024 Virginia Summer Residential Governor’s School (SRGS) for 10th and 11th grade students!

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) offers the opportunity for 10th and 11th grade students to apply to attend summer residential Governor’s schools in academics and Visual and Performing Arts (VPA). Students who are accepted into one of the programs will live in residence halls in one of the state colleges in VA for four weeks in the June - late July timeframe. To learn more about SRGS opportunities and the application process, visit the VDOE website and view the promotional video.  To be considered for an academic or VPA Governor’s school, students must complete the steps found on our website here: https://langleyhs.fcps.edu/student-services/governors-school which includes completing the interest form by November 3rd!

Talent Show

Saxon Stage is proud to present its 2nd Annual talent show, Saxon's Got Talent. Get ready to be entertained by acts of acting, singing, dancing, bands, magic, comedy and more! The show is Friday,  Nov 10 at 6:30 pm in the Auditorium. Click here to purchase tickets, on sale now! Adults are $10, Seniors and Students are $5. You can purchase your tickets in advance online or you can pay at the door. The doors will open at 6 pm. Enter by Door 14. Questions? Reach out to Mr. Kaufman at [email protected]. We look forward to having you all in attendance!

Federal Impact Aid 

Each year, Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is eligible to apply for federal Impact Aid grant funds. Impact Aid is a federal formula grant program designed to assist local school districts that enroll federally-connected students. Federally-connected students are children of active duty uniformed services personnel; children who live on federal property or in subsidized federal housing; and children whose parents are employed on eligible federal properties.

FCPS anticipates receiving approximately $3,000,000 in unrestricted funds from the Impact Aid grant. These funds become part of the school system's general operating budget and are critical to maintaining high standards for educational excellence. This year, FCPS is pleased to announce that the Federal Impact Aid Survey will be available electronically through your ParentVUE account. The survey is now open in ParentVUE. Please visit this link  to find out more about the Impact Aid program, directions for completing the form, and to log in to ParentVUE. We are required to have a form for each student even if the parents are not federally connected; so, please fill out one for each child you have enrolled in FCPS. If you are experiencing difficulties with SIS please submit an IT request at the following link: https://itweb.fcps.edu/itsupport/parent/For families that do not have access to ParentVUE or prefer to complete a paper form, a printed form will be provided at your request.

As always, if you have questions, would like a paper form, or need assistance, please reach out to our survey coordinator at [email protected]

Upcoming College Access Fairfax Events

Plan to attend a virtual workshop on Paying for College or Scholarship 101. College Access Fairfax and FCPS will present a series of virtual workshops for students and their parents. 

Paying for College - an overview of the financial aid process

• Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at 7:00 PM 
  • ZOOM LINK

Scholarship 101 - an overview of the process for applying for outside scholarships   

• Saturday, November 18, 2023 at 10:00 AM 
  • ZOOM LINK
• Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at 7:00 PM
  • ZOOM LINK

 

To attend any of the workshops, simply click on the appropriate link above.  Links can also be found on the Events calendar on our website:

https://collegeaccessfairfax.org/?utm_campaign_&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery 

New deadline is on November 17th

Be inspired by this year’s theme “I am Hopeful Because…”

What are you hopeful about? Why are you hopeful?

Unleash your creative potential and compete at school, regional, state and national level.

Explore, create and submit your Original work of Art until November 17th.

Choose one or more categories from Visual Arts, Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Photography, Musical Composition, Special Arts.

For inspiration watch the videos: here

For more information, talk to your English and/or Art teachers, or follow this link A Quick Guide - Reflections 2023, or scan the QR codes on the Reflections posters in the hallways, or email [email protected]

Senior Portraits - LAST CHANCE

• Legacy Studios is returning to Langley for FINAL make-up and re-take senior portraits.
• Nov 30 & Dec 1
• Students must make an appointment with Legacy Studios.
• Seniors not photographed by Dec 1 will be listed as NOT PICTURED in the yearbook.

No Food Deliveries!

Please note that students are not allowed to receive food deliveries during the school day due to security concerns. If a student needs food, they can contact their counselor, cafeteria staff, or administrator for assistance.

Quick Links:

• 2023-2024 Standard School Year Calendar
• Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information.
• FCPS Parent Resource Center

• Important Health Authorization Forms including Epipen and Inhaler Authorization forms can be found here.

2023-2024 Standard School Year Calendar   November 1-2 Religious and Cultural Observance | All Saints Day / Día de los Muertos November 3 End of First Quarter - 2-hour Early Release  November 6 Student Holiday (School Planning Day for Staff) November 7 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff) | Election Day November 11 Veterans Day November 12 Diwali November 22-24 Holidays | Thanksgiving Break December 7 Religious and Cultural Observance | Chanukah (begins sundown 12/7-sundown 12/15) December 8 Religious and Cultural Observance | Bodhi Day December 18-31 Holidays | Winter Break December 25 Christmas January 1, 2024 Holiday | New Year's Day January 6 Three Kings Day/Epiphany January 7 Orthodox Christmas January 15 Holiday | Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday  January 19 Religious and Cultural Observance | Orthodox Epiphany January 25 End of Second Quarter - 2-hour Early Release  January 26 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff - Option to work at an alternate location)  February 10 Lunar New Year February 14 Ash Wednesday February 19 Holiday | Washington’s Birthday and Presidents’ Day March 5 Presidential Primary (tentative) March 11 Religious and Cultural Observance | First Full Day of Ramadan (begins sundown 3/10 and continues with daily fast and nightly prayer until 4/9) March 20 Orthodox Ash Wednesday March 22 End of Third Quarter March 25-29 Holidays | Spring Break March 29 Good Friday March 31 Easter April 1 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff) April 2 Student Holiday (Staff Development Day for Staff) April 9 Religious and Cultural Observance | Eid al Fitr (begins sundown 4/9 – sundown 4/10) April 10 Holiday | Eid al Fitr (begins sundown 4/9 – sundown 4/10) April 22 Religious and Cultural Observance | First evening of Passover (begins sundown 4/22 - sundown 4/30) April 23 Religious and Cultural Observance | Second evening of Passover April 24 Religious and Cultural Observance | Theravada New Year May 3 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff ) May 5 Orthodox Easter May 27 Holiday | Memorial Day June 3 Class of 2024 Graduation Day  June 12 Last Day of School / Early Release 

6520 Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA 22101 | Phone: 703-2872700
Websites: Langley High School | Langley PTSA | FCPS

Greetings Saxon Families,

“All we do is win!” has been the theme of this week at Langley. Congratulations to Langley band on a wonderful concert last evening. Liberty District championships were won yesterday by girls and boys cross country and volleyball. A huge Saxon shoutout to the respective athletes and their coaches.

We wish our football team the best of luck as they take on Washington-Liberty this evening. Also, Saxon Cheer will compete in the National Region competition tomorrow. Good luck, cheerleaders!

If you need to dispose of  unneeded medications, please visit our Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist Kelly Rankin at Tysons Emergency from 10:00 to 2:00.  

I wish you a wonderful weekend.

Fondly,

 

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This Week at Langley

Wednesday, October 25

• Principal Q & A | PTSA General Membership Meeting, Lecture Hall, 9:00 a.m.

Thursday, October 26

• New/Transfer Families Forum, Lecture Hall, 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
• Band Concert, Auditorium, 7:00 p.m.

Friday, November 3

• End of 1st Quarter
• Two Hour Early Release

Monday, November 6 

• Student Holiday (School Planning Day for Staff)
• First Day of Winter Sports Tryouts 

Tuesday, November 7 

• Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff) | Election Day

Friday, November 10

• Talent Show, Auditorium, 6:30 p.m. 

Monday, November 13 

• Meet the Coach Night for Winter Sports, 7:00 p.m. 

Tuesday, November 14 

• Partners for Safe Teen Driving, 6:30 p.m. (doors close promptly at 6:30 p.m.) 

Thursday, November 16 

• Saxon Service 

Wednesday, November 22 - Friday, November 24

• Thanksgiving Break 

Tuesday, November 28 

• Financial Aid Night @ McLean High School, 6:30 p.m. 

 

Did You Know...

National Drug Take Back Day is October 28th 2023.  Visit our Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist Kelly Rankin at Tysons Emergency from 10:00 to 2:00.  

Parent volunteers needed for hearing & vision screenings:

Please volunteer for the annual hearing and vision screening which will take place on Tuesday, October 24 and Wednesday, October 25. We need 10 volunteers for each class period when the screening will occur. Sign up using this  link.

 

Hearing and Vision screening is for all 10th graders and new students to FCPS. Please have your child bring their classes and/or contacts for the screening. 

New/Transfer Families

Is your family new to LHS? Did you relocate from another country, state, county or FCPS pyramid? Or from a private school/homeschool program?

Come join Directory of Student Services, Dr. Braden Peterson for a New Family Forum/Q&A on Student Services Resources:  meet the Student Services Department including counselors, social worker, school psychologist and career counselor on Thursday, October 26 from 9:00 – 10:00 am in the Lecture Hall.  There will be a social coffee starting at 8:30 am. RSVP to LHS Family Liaison, Julie Hohl at [email protected].

Upcoming College Access Fairfax Events

Plan to attend a virtual workshop on Paying for College or Scholarship 101. College Access Fairfax and FCPS will present a series of virtual workshops for students and their parents. 

Paying for College - an overview of the financial aid process

• Saturday, October 28, 2023 at 10:00 AM
  • ZOOM LINK
• Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at 7:00 PM 
  • ZOOM LINK

 

Scholarship 101 - an overview of the process for applying for outside scholarships   

• Saturday, November 18, 2023 at 10:00 AM 
  • ZOOM LINK
• Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at 7:00 PM
  • ZOOM LINK

 

To attend any of the workshops, simply click on the appropriate link above.  Links can also be found on the Events calendar on our website:

https://collegeaccessfairfax.org/?utm_campaign_&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery 

New deadline is on November 17th

Be inspired by this year’s theme “I am Hopeful Because…”

What are you hopeful about? Why are you hopeful?

Unleash your creative potential and compete at school, regional, state and national level.

Explore, create and submit your Original work of Art until November 17th.

Choose one or more categories from Visual Arts, Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Photography, Musical Composition, Special Arts.

For inspiration watch the videos: here

For more information, talk to your English and/or Art teachers, or follow this link A Quick Guide - Reflections 2023, or scan the QR codes on the Reflections posters in the hallways, or email [email protected]

Quick Links:

• 2023-2024 Standard School Year Calendar
• Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information.
• FCPS Parent Resource Center

• Important Health Authorization Forms including Epipen and Inhaler Authorization forms can be found here.

2023-2024 Standard School Year Calendar   November 1-2 Religious and Cultural Observance | All Saints Day / Día de los Muertos November 3 End of First Quarter - 2-hour Early Release  November 6 Student Holiday (School Planning Day for Staff) November 7 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff) | Election Day November 11 Veterans Day November 12 Diwali November 22-24 Holidays | Thanksgiving Break December 7 Religious and Cultural Observance | Chanukah (begins sundown 12/7-sundown 12/15) December 8 Religious and Cultural Observance | Bodhi Day December 18-31 Holidays | Winter Break December 25 Christmas January 1, 2024 Holiday | New Year's Day January 6 Three Kings Day/Epiphany January 7 Orthodox Christmas January 15 Holiday | Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday  January 19 Religious and Cultural Observance | Orthodox Epiphany January 25 End of Second Quarter - 2-hour Early Release  January 26 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff - Option to work at an alternate location)  February 10 Lunar New Year February 14 Ash Wednesday February 19 Holiday | Washington’s Birthday and Presidents’ Day March 5 Presidential Primary (tentative) March 11 Religious and Cultural Observance | First Full Day of Ramadan (begins sundown 3/10 and continues with daily fast and nightly prayer until 4/9) March 20 Orthodox Ash Wednesday March 22 End of Third Quarter March 25-29 Holidays | Spring Break March 29 Good Friday March 31 Easter April 1 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff) April 2 Student Holiday (Staff Development Day for Staff) April 9 Religious and Cultural Observance | Eid al Fitr (begins sundown 4/9 – sundown 4/10) April 10 Holiday | Eid al Fitr (begins sundown 4/9 – sundown 4/10) April 22 Religious and Cultural Observance | First evening of Passover (begins sundown 4/22 - sundown 4/30) April 23 Religious and Cultural Observance | Second evening of Passover April 24 Religious and Cultural Observance | Theravada New Year May 3 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff ) May 5 Orthodox Easter May 27 Holiday | Memorial Day June 3 Class of 2024 Graduation Day  June 12 Last Day of School / Early Release 

6520 Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA 22101 | Phone: 703-2872700
Websites: Langley High School | Langley PTSA | FCPS

Greeting Saxons,

Saxon Country is abuzz with the success! Our students continue to amaze in a myriad of ways. Let the celebrations begin!

A huge shoutout to Saxon Stage on an outstanding presentation of Alice in Wonderland. Orchestra and Choir students had great performances this week. Job well done, Saxon Performing Arts!

Langley's Model United Nations team competed in McLean High School’s Model United Nations competition September 29-30th,  in the first competition of this school year. Facing tough competition from other teams, including Chantilly High School & Thomas Jefferson High School for Science & Technology,  Langley Model UN won the BEST LARGE TEAM DELEGATION award (equivalent to FIRST PLACE). In addition, MOST of our students won individual awards, including SEVEN  first place titles. Best Delegation is equivalent to first place, Outstanding Delegation is equivalent to second place, Honorable Delegation is equivalent to third place, and Verbal Commendation is equivalent to fourth place. 

The Quiz Bowl team earned first place at the National Academic Quiz Tournament at Centennial High School.

Congrats Langley Saxon Athletics! During the 2022-2023 school year Langley was 1 of only 2 FCPS High Schools to earn the VHSL Stay in the Game Award. To earn this award your school must have no player ejections or sportsmanship violations in any sport, at any level during the entire school year. Well done Saxons!

 

Congratulations to Langley Golf Northern Region Champs!

We salute Saxon Cheer-on earning the title of Liberty District Champs!

Congratulations to our Seniors involved in the following activities: Cheer, Dance, Volleyball

Wishing you well this weekend!

Fondly,

 

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This Week at Langley

Monday, October 16

• Class of 2027 Dinner, Cafeteria, 6:00 p.m.

Tuesday, October 17

• Orchestra Concert, Auditorium, 7:00 p.m.

Thursday, October 19

• Saxon Service
• Choir Concert @ Saint Luke Catholic Church, 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, October 25

• Principal Q & A | PTSA General Membership Meeting, Lecture Hall, 9:00 a.m.

Thursday, October 26

• New/Transfer Families Forum, Lecture Hall, 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
• Band Concert, Auditorium, 7:00 p.m.

Did You Know...

Johns Hopkins Medicine reports, Teens love to label themselves “night owls,” trading stories of all-nighters and sleeping away an entire Saturday. So how much sleep is enough? Teens need 9 to 9½ hours of sleep per night—that’s an hour or so more than they needed at age 10. Why? Teenagers are going through a second developmental stage of cognitive maturation. Additional sleep supports their developing brain, as well as physical growth spurts. It also helps protect them from serious consequences like depression or drug use. Here is the full article from Johns Hopkins Hospital

 

College Fair

College Fair Sunday, October 15th, 4-7 p.m.

Eagle Bank Arena at George Mason University Approximately 250 colleges and universities

Register at https://bit.ly/fcps2023postsecondary

Upon registration, students will receive a barcode allowing college representatives to retrieve student information electronically. Barcodes can be scanned from mobile devices.  Sponsored by the Fairfax County Public Schools Instructional Services Department in coordination with the Office of Admissions at George Mason University.

Virtual Postsecondary Night

Monday, October 16 and Tuesday, October 17, 5:00 p.m.

Join us for Fairfax County Public Schools Two Night Postsecondary Event and participate in one or all of the live virtual sessions. You will learn how to be better prepared for the next chapter of your educational journey.

Click here for more information

Freshman Class Dinner

Monday, October 16th from 6 -7:30pm 

Langley High School Cafeteria

Class of 2027 students and their families are invited to mingle and meet our administrator, class sponsors, and other families at the Freshman Class Dinner. Dinner will be catered by Cafe Rio. Tickets are $20 per person and are non-refundable.

Purchase your tickets on My School Bucks by October 12th. This will be one of the only class-wide events of the year, and is our main fundraiser. You won’t want to miss it!

If you are interested in volunteering to help make this event a success, please click the link below to sign-up.

Volunteer Sign Up Link

Saxon Service 

Encourage your student to participate in the next Saxon Service on Thurs, Oct 19 during Langley Links. Besides making cards, other activities include making dog and cat toys for area shelters, folding origami cranes for people with cancer, making blankets to support Operation Smile and many more.

Click here for the form to participate, which will allow them to obtain a pass to be released for Saxon Service. Once completed, students can log into x2vol.com to have their service hour verified for credit. 

Parents, interested in becoming a Saxon Service volunteer? Contact LHS Family Liaison Julie Zimmerman Hohl at [email protected].

Parent volunteers needed for hearing & vision screenings:

Please volunteer for the annual hearing and vision screening which will take place on Tuesday, October 24 and Wednesday, October 25. We need 10 volunteers for each class period when the screening will occur. Sign up using this  link.

New/Transfer Families

Is your family new to LHS? Did you relocate from another country, state, county or FCPS pyramid? Or from a private school/homeschool program?

Come join Directory of Student Services, Dr. Braden Peterson for a New Family Forum/Q&A on Student Services Resources:  meet the Student Services Department including counselors, social worker, school psychologist and career counselor on Thursday, October 26 from 9:00 – 10:00 am in the Lecture Hall.  There will be a social coffee starting at 8:30 am. RSVP to LHS Family Liaison, Julie Hohl at [email protected].

Quick Links:

• 2023-2024 Standard School Year Calendar
• Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information.
• FCPS Parent Resource Center

• Important Health Authorization Forms including Epipen and Inhaler Authorization forms can be found here.

2023-2024 Standard School Year Calendar   November 1-2 Religious and Cultural Observance | All Saints Day / Día de los Muertos November 3 End of First Quarter - 2-hour Early Release  November 6 Student Holiday (School Planning Day for Staff) November 7 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff) | Election Day November 11 Veterans Day November 12 Diwali November 22-24 Holidays | Thanksgiving Break December 7 Religious and Cultural Observance | Chanukah (begins sundown 12/7-sundown 12/15) December 8 Religious and Cultural Observance | Bodhi Day December 18-31 Holidays | Winter Break December 25 Christmas January 1, 2024 Holiday | New Year's Day January 6 Three Kings Day/Epiphany January 7 Orthodox Christmas January 15 Holiday | Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday  January 19 Religious and Cultural Observance | Orthodox Epiphany January 25 End of Second Quarter - 2-hour Early Release  January 26 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff - Option to work at an alternate location)  February 10 Lunar New Year February 14 Ash Wednesday February 19 Holiday | Washington’s Birthday and Presidents’ Day March 5 Presidential Primary (tentative) March 11 Religious and Cultural Observance | First Full Day of Ramadan (begins sundown 3/10 and continues with daily fast and nightly prayer until 4/9) March 20 Orthodox Ash Wednesday March 22 End of Third Quarter March 25-29 Holidays | Spring Break March 29 Good Friday March 31 Easter April 1 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff) April 2 Student Holiday (Staff Development Day for Staff) April 9 Religious and Cultural Observance | Eid al Fitr (begins sundown 4/9 – sundown 4/10) April 10 Holiday | Eid al Fitr (begins sundown 4/9 – sundown 4/10) April 22 Religious and Cultural Observance | First evening of Passover (begins sundown 4/22 - sundown 4/30) April 23 Religious and Cultural Observance | Second evening of Passover April 24 Religious and Cultural Observance | Theravada New Year May 3 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff ) May 5 Orthodox Easter May 27 Holiday | Memorial Day June 3 Class of 2024 Graduation Day  June 12 Last Day of School / Early Release 

6520 Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA 22101 | Phone: 703-2872700
Websites: Langley High School | Langley PTSA | FCPS

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This Week at Langley

Monday, October 9

• Student Holiday| Indigenous Peoples’ Day (Staff Development Day) 

Wednesday, October 11 

• PSAT/NMSQT (Grades 10-11)
• SAT (Registered Grade 12 students) 
• No School for Grade 9 
• Two Hour Early Release 

Thursday, October 12 - Sunday, October 15 

• Fall Play Performance "Alice in Wonderland" 

Monday, October 16

• Class of 2027 Dinner, Cafeteria, 6:00 p.m.

Tuesday, October 17

• Orchestra Concert, Auditorium, 7:00 p.m.

Thursday, October 19

• Saxon Service
• Choir Concert @ Saint Luke Catholic Church, 7:00 p.m.

PSAT/SAT School Day – Wednesday, October 11th

All students taking the PSAT & SAT were emailed their specific testing information.  Parents were copied on the email. 

9th Graders- Stay home and do not report to Langley HS. Teachers will not provide work for students to complete on 10/11. However, students may have work previously assigned by their teachers to complete that is due 10/12 or later.

10th & 11 Graders- Report to Langley HS by 8:00 am to take the PSAT. All 10th & 11th grade students were automatically registered for the PSAT.  The exam is digital, so do not forget your fully charged device.  Forgetting the device may impact your ability to test on 10/11.

12th Graders- Only the 12th graders who completed the intent to participate form were registered to take the SAT. Report to Langley HS by 8:00 am to take the SAT. Seniors who did not sign up for the SAT should not attend school for the day.

All students testing should bring

• Two or more No. 2 pencils (not mechanical)
• Graphing Calculator
• Water and snacks. Snacks may be consumed during breaks.
• Fully charged Chromebook
• Photo ID (school Id, passport or driver’s license)

Bus transportation will be provided for standard and extended time test takers that opted in late bus transportation.  The standard test should end around 12:30 with a 1pm bus pick up while the extended time exam will around 2pm with a 3pm bus pick up. 

If you have any questions, please contact our PSAT/SAT Coordinator, Shelley Terry at [email protected].

Poster Designed by Clemence Z

College Fair

College Fair Sunday, October 15th, 4-7 p.m.

Eagle Bank Arena at George Mason University Approximately 250 colleges and universities

Register at https://bit.ly/fcps2023postsecondary

Upon registration, students will receive a barcode allowing college representatives to retrieve student information electronically. Barcodes can be scanned from mobile devices.  Sponsored by the Fairfax County Public Schools Instructional Services Department in coordination with the Office of Admissions at George Mason University.

Virtual Postsecondary Night

Monday, October 16 and Tuesday, October 17, 5:00 p.m.

Join us for Fairfax County Public Schools Two Night Postsecondary Event and participate in one or all of the live virtual sessions. You will learn how to be better prepared for the next chapter of your educational journey.

Click here for more information

 

Freshman Class Dinner

Monday, October 16th from 6 -7:30pm 

Langley High School Cafeteria

Class of 2027 students and their families are invited to mingle and meet our administrator, class sponsors, and other families at the Freshman Class Dinner. Dinner will be catered by Cafe Rio. Tickets are $20 per person and are non-refundable. Purchase your tickets on My School Bucks by October 12th. This will be one of the only class-wide events of the year, and is our main fundraiser. You won’t want to miss it!

Class of 2027 Dinner Payment Link

If you are interested in volunteering to help make this event a success, please click the link below to sign-up.

Volunteer Sign Up Link

Parent volunteers needed for hearing & vision screenings:

Please volunteer for the annual hearing and vision screening which will take place on Tuesday, October 24 and Wednesday, October 25. We need 10 volunteers for each class period when the screening will occur. Sign up using this  link.

New/Transfer Families

Is your family new to LHS? Did you relocate from another country, state, county or FCPS pyramid? Or from a private school/homeschool program?

Come join Directory of Student Services, Dr. Braden Peterson for a New Family Forum/Q&A on Student Services Resources:  meet the Student Services Department including counselors, social worker, school psychologist and career counselor on Thursday, October 26 from 9:00 – 10:00 am in the Lecture Hall.  There will be a social coffee starting at 8:30 am. RSVP to LHS Family Liaison, Julie Hohl at [email protected].

Quick Links:

• 2023-2024 Standard School Year Calendar
• Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information.
• FCPS Parent Resource Center

• Important Health Authorization Forms including Epipen and Inhaler Authorization forms can be found here.

2023-2024 Standard School Year Calendar   October 9 Student Holiday | Indigenous Peoples’ Day (Staff Development Day) November 1-2 Religious and Cultural Observance | All Saints Day / Día de los Muertos November 3 End of First Quarter - 2-hour Early Release  November 6 Student Holiday (School Planning Day for Staff) November 7 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff) | Election Day November 11 Veterans Day November 12 Diwali November 22-24 Holidays | Thanksgiving Break December 7 Religious and Cultural Observance | Chanukah (begins sundown 12/7-sundown 12/15) December 8 Religious and Cultural Observance | Bodhi Day December 18-31 Holidays | Winter Break December 25 Christmas January 1, 2024 Holiday | New Year's Day January 6 Three Kings Day/Epiphany January 7 Orthodox Christmas January 15 Holiday | Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday  January 19 Religious and Cultural Observance | Orthodox Epiphany January 25 End of Second Quarter - 2-hour Early Release  January 26 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff - Option to work at an alternate location)  February 10 Lunar New Year February 14 Ash Wednesday February 19 Holiday | Washington’s Birthday and Presidents’ Day March 5 Presidential Primary (tentative) March 11 Religious and Cultural Observance | First Full Day of Ramadan (begins sundown 3/10 and continues with daily fast and nightly prayer until 4/9) March 20 Orthodox Ash Wednesday March 22 End of Third Quarter March 25-29 Holidays | Spring Break March 29 Good Friday March 31 Easter April 1 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff) April 2 Student Holiday (Staff Development Day for Staff) April 9 Religious and Cultural Observance | Eid al Fitr (begins sundown 4/9 – sundown 4/10) April 10 Holiday | Eid al Fitr (begins sundown 4/9 – sundown 4/10) April 22 Religious and Cultural Observance | First evening of Passover (begins sundown 4/22 - sundown 4/30) April 23 Religious and Cultural Observance | Second evening of Passover April 24 Religious and Cultural Observance | Theravada New Year May 3 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff ) May 5 Orthodox Easter May 27 Holiday | Memorial Day June 3 Class of 2024 Graduation Day  June 12 Last Day of School / Early Release 

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Picture Day Make-Ups for 9th, 10th & 11th Graders

Picture Day Make-Ups for 9th, 10th and 11th graders - Students who have not yet taken a school picture, or student who purchased a picture package, but are unhappy with the image have a chance to be photographed tomorrow. Retakes are not available just for ID cards or yearbook unless there is a problem with the picture (ex. eyes closed, hair in face.) You must have a picture package order to qualify for a retake.

• When - Tuesday, October 3, 8am-3pm
• Where - Langley Hall 
• How - Students must take themselves to the photographer before school, during lunch or right at the end of the day. Students can also request a pass from a teacher, but it is at the teacher’s discretion.

 

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Websites: Langley High School | Langley PTSA | FCPS

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Langley Calendar

Visit the “Langley Calendar” for events for the 2023 – 2024 school year. Click on the event for additional information. Check back frequently for newly added and updates on events. Bookmark page for future reference.

This Week at Langley

Monday, October 2

• Class of 2027 Parent Forum, Lecture Hall, 9:30 a.m.

Tuesday, October 3

• School Picture Day Make-up Grades 9-11

Thursday, October 5

• Class of 2025 Parent Forum, Lecture Hall, 9:30 a.m.

Monday, October 9

• Student Holiday| Indigenous Peoples’ Day (Staff Development Day) 

Wednesday, October 11 

• PSAT/NMSQT (Grades 10-11)
• SAT (Registered Grade 12 students) 
• No School for Grade 9 
• Two Hour Early Release 

Thursday, October 12 - Sunday, October 15 

• Fall Play Performance "Alice in Wonderland" 

Monday, October 16

• Class of 2027 Dinner, Cafeteria, 6:00 p.m.

Tuesday, October 17

• Orchestra Concert, Auditorium, 7:00 p.m.

Thursday, October 19

• Saxon Service
• Choir Concert @ Saint Luke Catholic Church, 7:00 p.m.

Did You Know...

Shahram Heshmat Ph.D. from Psychology Today writes, “Music makes life better. Music is used across cultures and ages as a powerful mood regulator.” Here is the full on how listening to music affects your mood.

2023 World Languages Credit Exam

The 2023 World Languages Credit Exam will be administered on November 8, 9, and 13, 2023.  The exam assesses reading and writing language proficiency in languages other than English. Students who take the exam may earn up to three World Languages credits for levels one, two, and three for the language of the exam. Thirty languages will be included: American Sign Language (ASL), Amharic, Arabic, Bengali, Chinese (Mandarin), Farsi, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Nepali, Pashto, Portuguese, Punjabi, Russian, Sanskrit, Somali, Spanish, Tagalog, Tamil, Telugu, Tigrinya, Turkish, Twi, Urdu, and Vietnamese.

 

Credit exam information can be accessed at: https://www.fcps.edu/academics/high-school-academics-9-12/world-languages/credit-exam-world-languages

Please have your student see their school counselor to register for these exams. You must inform your counselor by Wednesday, October 4, 2023, at 3 p.m. Late registrations will not be accepted.

FCPS Chromebooks for PSAT Testing

All grade 10-11 students must bring a Chromebook for a required FCPS-wide readiness check on October 2 in Langley Links. All grade 10-11 students must bring a fully charged FCPS Chromebook and charger to Langley for the October 11 PSAT.

Failure to bring a fully charged and updated Chromebook on the PSAT testing date may impact a student’s ability to complete the test on the scheduled date. 

Poster Designed by Clemence Z

College Fair

College Fair Sunday, October 15th, 4-7 p.m.

Eagle Bank Arena at George Mason University Approximately 250 colleges and universities

Register at https://bit.ly/fcps2023postsecondary

Upon registration, students will receive a barcode allowing college representatives to retrieve student information electronically. Barcodes can be scanned from mobile devices.  Sponsored by the Fairfax County Public Schools Instructional Services Department in coordination with the Office of Admissions at George Mason University.

Virtual Postsecondary Night

Monday, October 16 and Tuesday, October 17, 5:00 p.m.

Join us for Fairfax County Public Schools Two Night Postsecondary Event and participate in one or all of the live virtual sessions. You will learn how to be better prepared for the next chapter of your educational journey.

Click here for more information

 

Consider this year’s Reflection’s theme “I am Hopeful Because…” and create Art that reflects the theme!

Create your masterpiece in Visual Arts, Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Photography or Music Composition.

Express who you are and why or what you are hopeful about, by expressing your ideas, opinions and feelings in an artistic way!

The deadline is on October 27th.

For more information, talk to your English and/or Art teachers, or follow this link A Quick Guide - Reflections 2023, or scan the QR codes on the posters in the hallways, or email [email protected]

Quick Links:

• 2023-2024 Standard School Year Calendar
• Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information.
• FCPS Parent Resource Center

• Important Health Authorization Forms including Epipen and Inhaler Authorization forms can be found here.

2023-2024 Standard School Year Calendar September 25 Holiday | Yom Kippur  October 9 Student Holiday | Indigenous Peoples’ Day (Staff Development Day for Staff)  November 1-2 Religious and Cultural Observance | All Saints Day / Día de los Muertos November 3 End of First Quarter - 2-hour Early Release  November 6 Student Holiday (School Planning Day for Staff) November 7 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff) | Election Day November 11 Veterans Day November 12 Diwali November 22-24 Holidays | Thanksgiving Break December 7 Religious and Cultural Observance | Chanukah (begins sundown 12/7-sundown 12/15) December 8 Religious and Cultural Observance | Bodhi Day December 18-31 Holidays | Winter Break December 25 Christmas

6520 Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA 22101 | Phone: 703-2872700
Websites: Langley High School | Langley PTSA | FCPS

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Homecoming Dance Rescheduled to December 9

Langley High School’s 2023 Homecoming Dance has been rescheduled for Saturday, December 9th from 8 pm-10 pm.  We will send out information regarding requesting refunds for those students no longer able to attend.  We will also include a sales window for the week of December 4th for students who may now wish to attend.  This information will also be posted on the student and parent Schoology pages as soon as it is available.  

 

6520 Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA 22101 | Phone: 703-2872700
Websites: Langley High School | Langley PTSA | FCPS

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Langley Calendar

Visit the “Langley Calendar” for events for the 2023 – 2024 school year. Click on the event for additional information. Check back frequently for newly added and updates on events. Bookmark page for future reference.

This Week at Langley

Monday, September 25

• Holiday | Yom Kippur | Schools Closed 

Tuesday, September 26 - 29

• Senior Photos | Schedule via this link.

Wednesday, September 27

• Late Buses Begin

Thursday, September 28

• Saxon Service

Monday, October 2

• Class of 2027 Parent Forum, Lecture Hall, 9:30 a.m.

Tuesday, October 3

• School Picture Day Make-up Grades 9-11

Thursday, October 5

• Class of 2025 Parent Forum, Lecture Hall, 9:30 a.m.

Monday, October 9

• Student Holiday| Indigenous Peoples’ Day (Staff Development Day) 

Wednesday, October 11 

• PSAT/NMSQT (Grades 10-11)
• SAT (Registered Grade 12 students) 
• No School for Grade 9 
• Two Hour Early Release 

Thursday, October 12 - Sunday, October 15 

• Fall Play Performance "Alice in Wonderland" 

Did You Know...

Edible THC products take longer than smoked marijuana to have an effect. Smoking takes just seconds to minutes. But a THC edible typically takes 30 to 60 minutes after being eaten and digested. The peak effect happens 3 to 4 hours after ingesting. Someone experimenting with THC edibles might not feel the effects as quickly as expected. They might ingest large amounts to try to "get high." This leads to overdosing. Here is more information on the dangers of Marijuana edibles.

Senior Portraits 

Legacy Studios is returning to Langley Sept 26-29 for make-up and re-take senior portraits. Students must make an appointment with Legacy Studios. This is the last opportunity for seniors to be included in the yearbook. Seniors not photographed will be listed in the yearbook as “Not Pictured.”

Saxon Service - September 28th

Students Can Earn One Hour of Service Credit During School

The first Saxon Service of the school year is Thursday, September 28th, in the Cafeteria during Langley Links. Saxon Service offers interested students the opportunity to engage in a variety of service-learning projects while earning one hour of service-learning credit.

Please encourage your student to participate! While not required, all students are encouraged to participate in some kind of service while at Langley. It's an opportunity to relax, socialize, and reap the positive social emotional benefits associated with helping others in need. Students who engage in at least 40 hours of service during his or her high school career (10 hours per year) are eligible to earn a Service Cord to be worn at graduation.

If you are interested in becoming a Saxon Service parent volunteer, please contact Julie Zimmerman Hohl, LHS Family LIaison at  [email protected]

2023 World Languages Credit Exam

The 2023 World Languages Credit Exam will be administered on November 8, 9, and 13, 2023.  The exam assesses reading and writing language proficiency in languages other than English. Students who take the exam may earn up to three World Languages credits for levels one, two, and three for the language of the exam. Thirty languages will be included: American Sign Language (ASL), Amharic, Arabic, Bengali, Chinese (Mandarin), Farsi, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Nepali, Pashto, Portuguese, Punjabi, Russian, Sanskrit, Somali, Spanish, Tagalog, Tamil, Telugu, Tigrinya, Turkish, Twi, Urdu, and Vietnamese.

 

Credit exam information can be accessed at: https://www.fcps.edu/academics/high-school-academics-9-12/world-languages/credit-exam-world-languages

Please have your student see their school counselor to register for these exams. You must inform your counselor by Wednesday, October 4, 2023, at 3 p.m. Late registrations will not be accepted.

Permission to Use Digital Resources

Some FCPS-approved digital resources require parent/caregiver consent before they can be used by students. Please indicate whether you consent today at the Digital Resources - Parent Consent page. This page also includes directions on how to provide permission. 

Each digital resource used in FCPS has had an instructional and technical review. Information about the educational technology tools approved for use within FCPS can be found in the Digital Ecosystem Library. Learn more about FCPS-approved digital resources on the Digital Resources in FCPS webpage.

Poster Designed by Clemence Z

College Fair

College Fair Sunday, October 15th, 4-7 p.m.

Eagle Bank Arena at George Mason University Approximately 250 colleges and universities

Register at https://bit.ly/fcps2023postsecondary

Upon registration, students will receive a barcode allowing college representatives to retrieve student information electronically. Barcodes can be scanned from mobile devices.  Sponsored by the Fairfax County Public Schools Instructional Services Department in coordination with the Office of Admissions at George Mason University.

Virtual Postsecondary Night

Monday, October 16 and Tuesday, October 17, 5:00 p.m.

Join us for Fairfax County Public Schools Two Night Postsecondary Event and participate in one or all of the live virtual sessions. You will learn how to be better prepared for the next chapter of your educational journey.

Click here for more information

 

Consider this year’s Reflection’s theme “I am Hopeful Because…” and create Art that reflects the theme!

Create your masterpiece in Visual Arts, Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Photography or Music Composition.

Express who you are and why or what you are hopeful about, by expressing your ideas, opinions and feelings in an artistic way!

The deadline is on October 27th.

For more information, talk to your English and/or Art teachers, or follow this link A Quick Guide - Reflections 2023, or scan the QR codes on the posters in the hallways, or email [email protected]

Quick Links:

• 2023-2024 Standard School Year Calendar
• Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information.
• FCPS Parent Resource Center

• Important Health Authorization Forms including Epipen and Inhaler Authorization forms can be found here.

2023-2024 Standard School Year Calendar September 25 Holiday | Yom Kippur  October 9 Student Holiday | Indigenous Peoples’ Day (Staff Development Day for Staff)  November 1-2 Religious and Cultural Observance | All Saints Day / Día de los Muertos November 3 End of First Quarter - 2-hour Early Release  November 6 Student Holiday (School Planning Day for Staff) November 7 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff) | Election Day November 11 Veterans Day November 12 Diwali November 22-24 Holidays | Thanksgiving Break December 7 Religious and Cultural Observance | Chanukah (begins sundown 12/7-sundown 12/15) December 8 Religious and Cultural Observance | Bodhi Day December 18-31 Holidays | Winter Break December 25 Christmas

6520 Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA 22101 | Phone: 703-2872700
Websites: Langley High School | Langley PTSA | FCPS

Howdy Saxons,

It’s been a rip-roaring good time in Saxon Country during our homecoming week. To support our HoCo Rodeo theme, we’ve rounded up some mighty good news for this week’s message. Let’s get to it, Partner!

Congratulations to our National Merit Commended students. Sixty-two Saxons earned this distinction!

Congratulations Langley golf, once again- Liberty District Champs!

Thank you to the Langley PTSA for sponsoring presenter Sam Anthony who shared his Inside Out Fitness message with students.

We were thrilled to welcome to Saxon Country National Association of Secondary School Principals President Aaron Huff (left) and CEO Ronn Nozoe (right) along with association staff!

Adam Sandler day was a hit with Mr. Kobele and Mrs. Berger!

Barbenheimer was the all the rage!

Ingenuity was shown as students used anything but a backpack on Wednesday!

This afternoon’s pep rally was the perfect way to top off a splendid week!

Best of luck to our football team as they take on Lightridge this evening in our homecoming game. As previously shared by Superintendent Reid, due to the pending weather event, all FCPS activities are canceled for tomorrow. I wish each of you a safe and blessed weekend.

Fondly,

 

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Homecoming Dance on September 23 Cancelled

The homecoming dance on September 23, 2023 has been cancelled due to FCPS cancellation of all activities due to the forecast of severe weather. 

Make-up date TBD. 

 

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Homecoming Dance Update

Due to the weather forecast,  the location for the Homecoming Dance on Saturday September 23rd from 8pm-10pm has been changed to the Main Gym. Students should be dropped off and picked up at Door #13.

Please check FCPS website throughout the day for any potential weather related cancellations. 

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Websites: Langley High School | Langley PTSA | FCPS

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Homecoming Dance Information

The Homecoming Dance is this Saturday, September 23rd from 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm in the courtyard. Tickets are on sale during all lunches through Friday’s lunch. The cost is $20.00, cash only. THERE WILL BE NO TICKETS SOLD AT THE DOOR.

Please drop off and pick up students at Door 5 (by the cafeteria). Be sure to note that the dance starts at 8:00 pm and ends promptly at 10:00 pm.

6520 Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA 22101 | Phone: 703-2872700
Websites: Langley High School | Langley PTSA | FCPS

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Langley Calendar

Visit the “Langley Calendar” for events for the 2023 – 2024 school year. Click on the event for additional information. Check back frequently for newly added and updates on events. Bookmark page for future reference.

This Week at Langley

Saturday, September 23

• Homecoming Dance, Courtyard, 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. 
  • Purchase tickets during lunch in the cafeteria. 
  • Tickets will NOT be sold at the door.

Monday, September 25

• Holiday | Yom Kippur 

Tuesday, September 26 - 29

• Senior Photos | Schedule via this link.

Wednesday, September 27

• Late Buses Begin

Thursday, September 28

• Saxon Service

Did You Know...

Thomas Henricks Ph.d from Psychology Today writes, What does it  mean to “need” something and how to discern when our decision-making about this issue becomes faulty. When do our “reasons” become “rationalizations”? Here is the article to evaluate whether your decisions are valid “reasons” or “rationalization”.

Spirit Week 

Monday – Adam Sandler Day (dress like Adam Sandler)

Tuesday – Barbenheimer (dress like Barbie or Oppenheimer characters)

Wednesday – Anything but a Backpack (no backpacks to carry supplies)

Thursday – Jersey vs. Jersey Shore

Friday – Rodeo (wear your homecoming t-shirt)

Homecoming Dance Volunteers Needed 

The SGA and Leadership Class is once again sponsoring the Homecoming Dance on Saturday, September 23rd from 8:00 pm - !0:00 pm in the Courtyard. We are in need of ten parent volunteers to cover two shifts of checking students in. Please use the SignUpGenius link to volunteer. Thank you!!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C45ACAC2BA13-homecoming1

2023 World Languages Credit Exam

The 2023 World Languages Credit Exam will be administered on November 8, 9, and 13, 2023.  The exam assesses reading and writing language proficiency in languages other than English. Students who take the exam may earn up to three World Languages credits for levels one, two, and three for the language of the exam. Thirty languages will be included: American Sign Language (ASL), Amharic, Arabic, Bengali, Chinese (Mandarin), Farsi, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Nepali, Pashto, Portuguese, Punjabi, Russian, Sanskrit, Somali, Spanish, Tagalog, Tamil, Telugu, Tigrinya, Turkish, Twi, Urdu, and Vietnamese.

 

Credit exam information can be accessed at: https://www.fcps.edu/academics/high-school-academics-9-12/world-languages/credit-exam-world-languages

Please have your student see their school counselor to register for these exams. You must inform your counselor by Wednesday, October 4, 2023, at 3 p.m. Late registrations will not be accepted.

Permission to Use Digital Resources

Some FCPS-approved digital resources require parent/caregiver consent before they can be used by students. Please indicate whether you consent today at the Digital Resources - Parent Consent page. This page also includes directions on how to provide permission. 

Each digital resource used in FCPS has had an instructional and technical review. Information about the educational technology tools approved for use within FCPS can be found in the Digital Ecosystem Library. Learn more about FCPS-approved digital resources on the Digital Resources in FCPS webpage.

College Fair Sunday, October 15th, 4-7 p.m.

Eagle Bank Arena at George Mason University Approximately 250 colleges and universities

Register at https://bit.ly/fcps2023postsecondary

Upon registration, students will receive a barcode allowing college representatives to retrieve student information electronically. Barcodes can be scanned from mobile devices.  Sponsored by the Fairfax County Public Schools Instructional Services Department in coordination with the Office of Admissions at George Mason University.

Virtual Postsecondary Night

Monday, October 16 and Tuesday, October 17, 5:00 p.m.

Join us for Fairfax County Public Schools Two Night Postsecondary Event and participate in one or all of the live virtual sessions. You will learn how to be better prepared for the next chapter of your educational journey.

Click here for more information

FCPS Required, Opt-Out & Optional Forms 

FCPS Required, Opt-Out & Optional Forms are available on the Langley High School website at this link. 

PTSA Back To School Form Packet

Available on the Langley High School website at this link.

Reflections Contest

Start off the new school year by tapping into your artistic side.

Enter the National PTA’s Reflections contest this Fall. 

Choose a category. 

Follow this link A Quick Guide - Reflections 2023  and let your imagination run wild. 

This year’s theme, “I am Hopeful Because…” can take you anywhere. 

Take some time for yourself and create something new! 

Questions? Email: [email protected]

Deadline is Friday, October 27. 

Quick Links:

• 2023-2024 Standard School Year Calendar
• Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information.
• FCPS Parent Resource Center

• Important Health Authorization Forms including Epipen and Inhaler Authorization forms can be found here.

2023-2024 Standard School Year Calendar September 25 Holiday | Yom Kippur  October 9 Student Holiday | Indigenous Peoples’ Day (Staff Development Day for Staff)  November 1-2 Religious and Cultural Observance | All Saints Day / Día de los Muertos November 3 End of First Quarter - 2-hour Early Release  November 6 Student Holiday (School Planning Day for Staff) November 7 Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day for Staff) | Election Day November 11 Veterans Day November 12 Diwali November 22-24 Holidays | Thanksgiving Break December 7 Religious and Cultural Observance | Chanukah (begins sundown 12/7-sundown 12/15) December 8 Religious and Cultural Observance | Bodhi Day December 18-31 Holidays | Winter Break December 25 Christmas

6520 Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA 22101 | Phone: 703-2872700
Websites: Langley High School | Langley PTSA | FCPS