Upcoming Events

September 3: Unite & Excite, Field House parking lot, 4:30-6:30pm; First Home Football Game, 7pm

September 4 & 7: Labor Day Holiday, No School

September 14: Flag Football Tryouts

Sept. 16: Back to School Night, 6:30-8:30pm

Sept. 18: School Picture Day

Sept. 25: Homecoming Game, 7:00pm

Sept. 26: Homecoming Dance, info TBA

October 7: PSAT/SAT School Day

May 1: PROM! Info TBA

June 2: GRADUATION! 8:30am, Stalnaker Stadium

Included in this issue:

Student Spotlight

New Student-led Initiative: Generation Supply

Staff Spotlight

Distinguished Geospatial Educator Award

Calendar Reminders

Labor Day Holiday Sept. 4 & 7
Learning Lounge and Late Bus Days Start Sept. 2
Saturday School Starts September 12
Important BTS Dates for FHS - Prom and Graduation Added!

Fairfax Lions Need to Know

Open Gate at Friday Night Football Games
Crossing Guards to Remain at City Schools
FHS Transportation Updates
Parent Digital Consent
SIS ParentVUE
World Language Credit Exam
Superintendent Community Conversations

Fairfax Lions Nice to Know:

Back to School Night, Sept. 16
Boys Lacrosse Chipotle Fundraiser
Math Textbooks
Family Information Phone Lines
Food for Neighbors Donations Needed
City of Fairfax Schools & FCPS Partnership
Quick Links

September 3, 2026

Dear Fairfax Families,

As we close out another fantastic week at Fairfax High School, I want to share how inspiring it has been to walk our hallways and visit classrooms. The positive energy across our building is contagious!

This week, I had the privilege of participating in two classroom community circles. Watching our students and teachers engage in meaningful dialogue and build authentic relationships was truly heartening. These moments remind us that strong connections are the foundation of all great learning. It has also been exciting to see the new role of our peer mentors in Freshman advisory classes, they are truly committed to supporting a strong transition.

Looking ahead, we are thrilled to kick off some of our favorite school traditions! We cannot wait to see everyone out supporting our Lions at our first home football game, enjoying the incredible talents of our marchers at the band showcase, and celebrating together at our Unite & Excite Tailgate. Bring your school spirit and help us make some noise.

Important Updates & Reminders

Labor Day Holiday (No School): There is no school on Friday, September 4, or Monday, September 7. We hope all of our families take this time to rest, recharge, and enjoy the long weekend together.
Bus IDs Mandatory Starting Next Week: Beginning next week, all student bus riders must use their Bus ID cards to tap on and off FCPS transportation. Please ensure your student has their card ready each morning and afternoon.
Digital Resource Consent Forms: If you haven't already, please take a moment to complete your child’s Digital Resource Consent form online. Timely submission ensures your student has uninterrupted access to essential digital learning tools and classroom materials.
Back to School Night: Save the date! We look forward to welcoming you into our building on Wednesday, September 16, to meet your child's teachers and learn more about the exciting year ahead.

Thank you for your ongoing partnership, trust, and enthusiasm. Have a restful, safe, and PAWSome extended weekend.

There is no "ROAR" without all of us!

Warmly,

Student Spotlight

Generation Supply

Collage of student collecting donations and a restaurant flyer

These young men have started Generation Supply, a student-led community initiative that collects school supplies and redistributes them to students in need.

Join them for their Chick-fil-A fundraiser on Thursday, Sept. 17th from 4:00 to 8:00pm. A portion of sales will help provide funds for more supplies! Be sure to mention SPIRIT NIGHT.

If ordering online, please enter the code: ROADRUNNER

Follow them on Instagram!

Staff Spotlight

Bradley Webster named 2026 Distinguished Geospatial Educator

Bradley Webster was awarded the Distinguished Geospatial Educator for 2026 by the Geospatial Technology Consortium of Community Colleges (GTC3) at their recent annual conference. Mr. Webster has been teaching Geospatial Analysis for 8 years as part of the JMU Geospatial Semester, which offers students the option of earning college credit while learning in high school. He has supported the FCPS community through writing Geospatial Technology curriculum and connecting standards, mentoring new Geospatial teachers, and providing technical support to various subjects, such as IB Environmental, IB Geography, and 7th grade US History.

Mr. Webster has engaged students outside the classroom starting a Middle School Mappers club and a High School Drone Club with the goal of preparing students for their FAA Part 107 certification. This year, he rejoins the Fairfax High community and looks forward to engaging students in their Geospatial journey and building their interests through career connected learning. Congrats and well done, Mr. Webster!!