Centreville Students, Families, and Community,
As I reflect on the past week at Centreville High School, I am reminded once again that one of our greatest strengths is the diversity of our community and the powerful collaboration that brings us together. When we celebrate who we are and work alongside one another, we truly shine.
Last week’s Black Student Union (BSU) Spirit Week was a wonderful example of that spirit in action. Throughout the week, students and staff proudly celebrated by wearing traditional cultural attire and showcasing their HBCU pride. It was inspiring to see our halls filled with color, heritage, and unity. The week concluded with a meaningful collaboration between our BSU and Student Government Association (SGA) in recognition of P.S. I Love You Day, bringing awareness to suicide prevention and reminding our community of the importance of connection, compassion, and support for one another. I am incredibly proud of our student leaders for creating spaces that honor culture while also uplifting the well-being of our entire Wildcat family.
We also had an exciting weekend of athletics as Centreville hosted the Regional Wrestling Tournament. Congratulations to Nathan Lim for earning second place in the 120lb weight class and securing his spot in the State Tournament next week! This is an outstanding accomplishment and a testament to his hard work and dedication. I would also like to commend all of our wrestlers and coaches for an incredible season. We are proud of you and wish Nathan the very best as he continues to compete at the state level.
This Wednesday marks the beginning of Ramadan, a holy month observed by Muslims around the world. Ramadan is a time of fasting from dawn to sunset, prayer, reflection, and community. It is a deeply meaningful period focused on spiritual growth, gratitude, and compassion for others. To our students, families, and staff who observe Ramadan, I extend my warmest wishes for a peaceful and blessed month. Ramadan Mubarak.
Looking ahead, our commitment to excellence in teaching and learning continues. Over the next month, our entire instructional staff will participate in classroom visits as part of our ongoing professional growth. These peer observations allow our teachers to learn from one another, reflect on their practice, and strengthen the collective expertise of our staff. Students may notice small groups of teachers visiting classrooms, a visible sign of our dedication to continuous improvement and to providing the very best learning experiences for every Wildcat.
Thank you and go Wildcats!
Dr. Erik Healey, Principal
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February 15 - March 1 - Class of 2026 All Night Grad Party Volunteer Sign-Up
February 16 - No School - Presidents Day Holiday
February 17 - Student Holiday (Teacher Work Day)
February 18 - Ramadan Begins
February 25-26 - CVHS Band Pre-Assessment Concert, 7:00-8:30PM
February 25 - 2nd Annual Black History Month Celebration, Woodson High School, 6:00-9:00PM
February 26 - Wrestling Fundraising Event, Texas Roadhouse, 5:00-8:00PM
March 3 - CVHS Choir Pre-Assessment Concert, 7:00PM
March 5 - Junior Focus Day
March 5 - CVHS Orchestra Pre-Assessment Concert, 7:00PM
March 9-13 - Inclusion Revolution Spirit Week
March 13 - International Night, Centreville High School Auditorium, 6:00-9:00PM
March 13-15 - Fairfax Regional Science and Engineering Fair, Robinson Secondary
February 15 - March 1 - All Night Grad Party (ANGP) Volunteer Sign-Up: The All Night Grad Party lock-in is returning to CVHS on Thursday, June 11! It’s going to be an epic night of games, food, and prizes, but we can’t do it alone. We need 67 volunteers committed by March 1 to move forward with the event. Whether you can help plan now or work the night of the party, your time is vital to keeping this tradition alive. Please use this 2026 ANGP Volunteer Form to sign up. If you would like to join the planning team or could contribute to ANGP in other ways, please reach out the ANGP lead, Kristen Elder, at kelder81@verizon.net, or PTSA President, Sean Cosden, at president@cvhsptsa.org.
February 25-26 - CVHS Band Pre-Assessment Concert: The Wildcat Band will present two nights of Pre-Assessment concerts on February 25th (Symphonic Band) and February 26th (Concert Band and Wind Ensemble), along with the Liberty MS Bands. These performances will be evaluated by guest adjudicators to help the students in their preparation for the VBODA state performance assessment in March. Each of the CVHS ensembles will present a program of three pieces - a warmup march, followed by two concert selections. The bands may also participate in a on-stage sight-reading simulation to prepare for the March event. Finally, the guest adjudicators will evaluate each band’s performance using the VBODA provided rubric, giving each band a final rating for their performance. The band’s formal assessment (for Wind and Symphonic only) will take place on Monday, March 9th at George Mason University’s Center for the Arts. More details about assessment will be provided to band families prior to the event.
February 25 - 2nd Annual Black History Month Celebration: Please join us for the Fairfax County Public Schools Black History Month Celebration on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. This year’s event, hosted at Carter G. Woodson High School starting at 6:00 pm, centers on the powerful theme, "Rooted in Resilience: Echoes of Excellence." We invite all students, parents, and community members to gather for an evening dedicated to honoring the profound history and enduring legacy of the Black community. We look forward to seeing you there as we celebrate these stories of excellence together!
February 26 - Wrestling Fundraising Event: Centreville High School’s Wrestling Team is hosting a fundraising event at Texas Roadhouse (4993 Westone Plaza, Chantilly, VA) on February 26, 2026, from 5:00–8:00 PM. Families and community members are invited to enjoy a delicious meal while supporting our student-athletes. Simply dine in or order takeout during the event, and 10% of your total food purchase will be donated directly to the team. Thank you for helping us make this a great night for Centreville Wrestling. Go Wildcats!
March 3 - CVHS Choir Pre-Assessment Concert: The CVHS Choral Department will present their annual Pre-Assessment Concert on Tuesday, March 3 at 7pm in the auditorium. The Liberty Middle School choirs will perform as well. Each of our four choirs will perform two challenging songs they’ve been working on since early January. Three of our choirs (Symphonic Choir, Bella Voce, and Treble Choir) will travel to George Mason University on March 11 to participate in VCDA District XI Choral Assessment. Those three choirs will perform their songs for judges and will receive a final rating of Superior, Excellent, Good, Fair, or Poor. Each choir will sight read for judges as well. Please come out to support our choirs in their Pre-Assessment Concert! All 4 choirs have been working extremely hard and would love to see some community support. Doors open at 6:45pm and the concert is free and open to the public.
March 5 - Junior Focus Day: Junior Focus Day is a postsecondary planning day for current juniors hosted by our College and Career Specialist. All juniors will participate in this event on March 5 during 1st period, ROAR, and CATS. Every junior will have the opportunity to sign-up for three information sessions of their choosing based on their desired postsecondary path. Topics include: College Application Essentials, Common App Readiness, Essay Writing, College Admissions Question & Answer with admissions representatives, Career Exploration, NOVA Information in English and Spanish, Apprenticeships, NCAA Recruitment Process, and a Military Panel. All students will also get critical information about financial aid and scholarships.
March 13-15 - Fairfax Regional Science & Engineering Fair: We are excited to share that the 71st Annual Fairfax Regional Science and Engineering Fair will be held March 13–15, 2026, at Robinson Secondary School. The fair will be open to the public during the Open House on Sunday, March 15, from 1:00–3:00 p.m., and we encourage our Centreville community to stop by, view the impressive project displays, and congratulate our student participants. This year, 26 CVHS students competed in our school Science Fair, presenting 15 projects across seven categories, with first- and second-place winners advancing to regionals. With more than 250 judges evaluating projects in fields ranging from astronomy to biomedical engineering, this is an incredible opportunity for our Wildcats to showcase their innovation and research skills. Please see the list of Centreville High School projects below and join us in celebrating their outstanding work.
Seize the Moment Student AI Challenge Winners: We are incredibly proud of the Centreville HS project entries for the "Seize the Moment Student AI Challenge." and wanted to highlight the 1st place winning team and their dedicated coaches. Tharu Kalahi, Sadu Kalahi and Ridhi Kasineni earned 1st Place in the school-level challenge and will showcase their innovative project at the district event. These students created an app called FirstStep. FirstStep is an app that helps students prepare for college. FirstStep helps students understand what to expect and what steps to take each year. College doesn’t come with a manual; College starts with one step which this app walks you through. Check out their app!
Speech & Debate Team Members Earn Degree of Merit: We are proud to share that Centreville High School has recently revived our Speech and Debate team, bringing new energy and opportunity for student voice and leadership. Congratulations to Coach Joanne Colon and student Faith Choe, who have both earned the prestigious Degree of Merit designation from the National Speech & Debate Association. The Association’s Honor Society recognizes students and coaches for their participation in one of the nation’s oldest and most respected honor societies, well known to college admissions offices. Members earn merit points through competition, service, and leadership by applying their skills in the classroom, in the community, and beyond. We are excited to see our Wildcats making an impact through the power of speech and debate! Our team will be in action on Saturday, February 28th at Yorktown High School!
Empowering Parents. Transforming Teens: Families are invited to participate in a free, 10-week virtual parent workshop offered in Spanish through Fairfax County Public Schools’ Family and School Partnerships. This series is designed to support parents of teens by providing practical tools to strengthen family relationships and address common challenges.
Parents will learn how to:
- Build a positive relationship with their child
- Prevent or intervene in alcohol and drug use, disruptive behavior at home, and gang affiliation
- Explore concrete strategies for active supervision
When: Thursdays, 6:00–8:00 p.m.Dates: February 26; March 5, 12, 19, 26; April 9, 16, 23, 30; May 7Where: Virtual
How to Register:Parents can register by scanning the QR code on the attached flyer.
Questions? Please contact Ana Alvarez at 703-802-5458 or aaalvarez@fcps.edu for more information.
Meal Kits for Fasting Students: From February 18 to March 19, students who are fasting during the day can take school meals home. These kits include one breakfast and one lunch to be eaten after the school day ends.
Families must fill out a request form each week for every student who wants a kit. The first deadline is Wednesday, February 11, for the week of February 16. Please note other important details below:
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Cost: Meals are charged just like a normal school day.
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Pickup: Students must grab their kits at the end of the school day.
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Menu: Kits include school meals that are easy to heat at home.
Visit the Food and Nutrition webpage for forms, deadlines, and other information. Please contact the Office of Food and Nutrition Services with any questions at FCPSFNS@fcps.edu or 703-813-4800.
Rooted in Resilience: Echoes of Excellence: Families and community members are invited to reflect on the past, celebrate the present, and uplift the voices shaping our future at FCPS’ Second Annual Black History Month Celebration. Rooted in Resilience: Echoes of Excellence will take place on Wednesday, February 25, at 6 p.m., at Carter G. Woodson High School. The event will honor the rich history, strength, and contributions of the Black community through inspiring student performances and a powerful keynote address by Rev. Vernon C. Walton, pastor of First Baptist Church of Vienna. Light refreshments will be available.
Survey on Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R) Now Open for All Families and Middle and High School Students: On Monday, all FCPS parents/caregivers and middle and high school students received an email to participate in a voluntary and confidential survey. (Please check your spam folder if you have not received it.)
Questions refer to proposed changes to FCPS’ SR&R document for next year. This document outlines the rules that students are expected to follow, and guidelines for consequences if those expectations are not met. Possible changes include:
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Universal Discipline: Charts will list consequences and supports for students. They will help ensure that two students of the same grade will be treated fairly and receive the same level of support.
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Standards for In-School Suspensions of Students with Disabilities: Creating standards for how in-school suspensions are handled for students who have an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or a 504 Plan.
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Accommodations for Multilingual Learner Student Statements: Providing translation accommodations when Multilingual Learner students provide statements about disciplinary incidents.
The survey will be open until Friday, February 20. Survey materials are available online.
Prepare for Summer Learning and Fun for Students: Registration is open or will be available soon for summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.
Career and Technical Education and Institute for the Arts Camps: Career and Technical Education camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Robinson Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. Tuition assistance is available to FCPS families eligible for free or reduced meals.
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CTE Summer Academy (CSA) is a week-long enrichment program that allows students in grades 6-11 to dive deeper into CTE program areas, develop skills, and begin career exploration. Watch this video about CTE camps. Registration is open for these programs through Friday, June 5.
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Institute for the Arts (IFTA) is a two-week camp for students currently in grades 6-11. Students select from nearly 60 classes in art, dance, music, and theater. Rising freshmen have the option to take Health and PE 9 through IFTA as well!
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Production Camp is a four-week summer theatre intensive for students in grades 6-11. Students in performance or technical theatre tracks rehearse, design, and build a musical in a collaborative atmosphere. The show is presented to the public at the end of camp.
New this year: Students in the above camps can also register for aftercare, which is available from 2 to 5 p.m.
Self-Directed Economics and Personal Finance: Summer is a great time for high school students to fulfill the Economics and Personal Finance course requirement. During the self-directed course, students work independently to complete the requirements. Registration is now open. Students must register by Friday, June 5. For more information, see the Summer Learning information page.
Summer Online Campus: Take advantage of the opportunity to earn a high school course credit via this summer’s Online Campus program. Registration is now open. Students must register by Friday, June 5. Mathematics, health and physical education, career and technical education, English, science, social studies, and world language courses are available to eligible middle and high school students.
Printable Flyers
Students: Share Your Ideas With the Superintendent: The inaugural FCPS Student Summit is a superintendent-led leadership and engagement experience designed to elevate student voice across FCPS. It will take place Monday, March 23, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the new western high school.
The Student Summit will bring together high school students to share ideas, perspectives, and recommendations directly with the superintendent. Students will engage in meaningful conversations on important topics, including access to programs and resources, skill-building and micro-credentials, AI literacy, and other student-identified priorities.
Student Summit Planning Committee: High school students are encouraged to apply to serve on the FCPS Student Summit Planning Committee. Committee members will collaborate with students from other high schools, share creative and innovative ideas, and earn community service hours. Two students from each high school will be selected to serve on the planning committee. The application will be open until Monday, February 16.
Comidas para Estudiantes que Están en Ayuno: Entre el 18 de febrero y el 19 de marzo, aquellos estudiantes que estén observando ayuno durante el día podrán llevar a casa las comida escolares. Estas comidas incluyen un desayuno y un almuerzo que pueden comer una vez que el día termine.
Las familias deben llenar una solicitud cada semana, por cada estudiante para quien pidan estas comidas. La primera fecha límite para llenarla es el miércoles 11 de febrero, la cual cubre la semana del 16 de febrero.
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Costo: Las comidas cuestan lo mismo que se cobra en un día normal de clases.
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Recolección: Los estudiantes deben recoger las comidas al final del día de clases.
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Menú: Las comidas incluyen alimentos que son fáciles de recalentar en casa.
Visité la página web de Alimentación y Nutrición para que encuentre las planillas de solicitud, conozca las fechas topes para enviarlas y halle más información. Por favor, si tiene preguntas, contacte a la Oficina de los Servicios de Alimentación y Nutrición escribiendo a la dirección FCPSFNS@fcps.edu o llamando al 703-813-4800.
Raíces de Resiliencia: Ecos de la Excelencia: Familias y miembros de la comunidad están invitados a reflexionar sobre el pasado, a celebrar el presente y a elevar las voces que forjan nuestro futuro en la Segunda Celebración Anual de FCPS del Mes de la Historia Afroamericana. El evento Raíces de Resiliencia: Ecos de la Excelencia se llevará a cabo el Wmiércoles 25 de febrero, a las 6 p.m., en la Escuela Secundaria Carter G. Woodson. El evento honrará la rica historia, la fortaleza y las contribuciones de la comunidad negra a través de inspiradoras actuaciones de los estudiantes y un poderoso discurso que será dado por el Reverendo Vernon C. Walton, pastor de la Primera Iglesia Baptista de Vienna. Habrá refrescos disponibles para los asistentes.
La Encuesta sobre los Derechos y Responsabilidades de los Estudiantes (SR&R, por sus siglas en inglés) Está Ahora Abierto para Todas las Familias y Estudiantes de Escuelas Medias y Secundarias: El lunes, todos los padres/tutores de FCPS y estudiantes de escuelas medias y secundarias recibirán un email invitándoles a participar en una encuesta voluntaria y confidencial (Por favor, revise su carpeta de correos “spam” si no lo recibe).
Las preguntas son acerca de cambios propuestos al documento SR&R de FCPS para el próximo año. Este documento delinea las reglas que se espera que los estudiantes obedezcan y las directrices para definir las consecuencias si esas expectativas no son cumplidas. Los posibles cambios incluyen:
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Disciplina Universal: Habrá listas de las consecuencias y apoyo para los estudiantes. Estas listas asegurarán de que cualesquiera dos estudiantes del mismo grado sean tratados equitativamente y reciban el mismo nivel de apoyo.
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Estándares para las Suspensiones en la Escuela de Estudiantes con Discapacidades: Crear estándares para el manejo de las suspensiones en la escuela para estudiantes que tengan un Plan Individualizado de Educación (IEP) o que estén en un Plan 504.
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Facilidades para Estudiantes Multilingües cuando Hagan Declaraciones: Ofrecer acceso a traducciones a estudiantes multilingües cuando hagan declaraciones acerca de incidentes disciplinarios.
La encuesta se abrirá el viernes 20 de febrero. Hay materiales sobre la encuesta disponibles online.
Empoderando a los padres. Transformando a los adolescentes: Las familias están invitadas a participar en un taller virtual gratuito para padres de 10 semanas, ofrecido en español a través de Fairfax County Public Schools – Family and School Partnerships. Esta serie está diseñada para apoyar a los padres de adolescentes, brindándoles herramientas prácticas para fortalecer las relaciones familiares y enfrentar desafíos comunes.
Los padres aprenderán a:
- Construir una relación positiva con su hijo/a
- Prevenir o intervenir en el consumo de alcohol y drogas, conductas disruptivas en el hogar y afiliaciones a pandillas
- Explorar estrategias concretas para una supervisión activa
Cuándo: Jueves, de 6:00 a 8:00 p.m.Fechas: 26 de febrero; 5, 12, 19 y 26 de marzo; 9, 16, 23 y 30 de abril; 7 de mayoDónde: Virtual
Cómo registrarse:Los padres pueden registrarse escaneando el código QR que aparece en el volante adjunto.
¿Preguntas?Para más información, comuníquese con Ana Alvarez al 703-802-5458 o por correo electrónico a aaalvarez@fcps.edu.
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