Centreville Students, Families, and Community,
As we celebrate Mother’s Day this weekend, I would like to extend warm wishes to all of the mothers, grandmothers, guardians, and mother figures in our Wildcat community. Thank you for the countless ways you support, encourage, and care for our students each and every day. Your partnership and dedication play an essential role in the success of our students and the strength of our school community. I hope you have a wonderful and well-deserved day of celebration.
This past week, we proudly celebrated Staff Appreciation Week, and it served as a powerful reminder of just how fortunate we are to have such an incredible team here at Centreville High School. From our teachers and instructional assistants to our office staff, custodians, security team, bus drivers, counselors, cafeteria staff, administrators, and everyone in between, each member of our staff plays an essential role in making the Wildcat Nation what it is. Our staff works tirelessly every day to support students, families, and the broader community, often going above and beyond in ways that may not always be seen. The appreciation shown throughout the week was truly meaningful, and I hope we continue to foster that same gratitude and recognition every week and every day throughout the school year.
This week, I would also like to encourage all parents and guardians to join us for our PTSA meeting on May 12. The strong partnership between our school and families continues to be one of the greatest strengths of the Wildcat community, and we are eager to continue building upon that collaboration. As we begin planning for the future, we are looking for parent volunteers to help support the important work of our PTSA, including leadership opportunities for the 2026–2027 school year. Positions for PTSA President and Vice President will be open, and we encourage anyone interested in learning more or becoming involved to review the information included below. Your involvement, ideas, and support make a meaningful difference in the experiences we are able to provide for our students and staff.
Looking ahead, this edition of the Wildcat Weekly includes several important dates and updates as we move toward the conclusion of the school year. In particular, families should review the information regarding senior events and final exam schedules for both seniors and underclassmen. With just over a month remaining in the school year, now is the time for students to stay focused, seek support from teachers when needed, review assignments carefully, and begin preparing for culminating assessments and finals. Let’s continue working together to ensure a strong and successful finish to the school year.
Thank you, as always, for your continued partnership and support of Centreville High School.
Go Wildcats!
Dr. Erik Healey, Principal
May 11-15: AP Testing
May 12: PTSA Meeting, Centreville Library, 6:00PM
May 14: Broadway Pops Choir Concert & Awards, Centreville Auditorium, 7:00PM
May 15: Bandemonium, Centreville High School Bus Loop, 6:30PM
May 20: Orchestra Senior Night & Symphony Concert, Centreville Auditorium, 7:00PM
May 21: Orchestra Pops Concert, Centreville Auditorium, 7:00PM
May 21: Centreville Physical Night, 6:00-8:00PM
May 24: Student Equity Ambassador Lead Application Deadline
May 25: No School - Memorial Day Holiday
May 26: Student Holiday - Teacher Workday
May 27: No School - Eid Al-Adha
May 29: Senior Awards Ceremony, Centreville Auditorium, 9:50-11:15AM
June 2-5: Senior Final Exams
June 5: Wildcat B Awards Ceremony, Centreville Auditorium, 2:00PM
June 5: Student Debts & Obligations Due
June 8 - Senior Picnic, Centreville Football Stadium, 11:30AM
June 9 - Senior Sunset, Centreville Football Stadium, 6:30-9:00PM
June 10-16: Underclassmen Final Exams
June 11: No School - Class of 2026 Graduation, Eagle Bank Arena, 9:00AM
May 11-15 - AP Testing: Below is important information for students participating in AP exams the next two weeks. Please make note of exam start times, entry procedures, and permitted items.
Exam Arrival & Start Information
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AM Exams: Arrive at 7:30AM; enter through Door #12. Testing begins promptly at 8:00AM
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PM Exams: Arrive at 11:45AM; enter through Door #1 (entry begins at 11:15 a.m.). Testing begins promptly at 12:00PM
Directions begin at the start times listed above. Students arriving after directions begin will not be admitted.
- No make-up exams except for serious, College Board–approved medical reasons.
- Students must remain until the exam officially ends. No early dismissal.
- Afternoon exams may run as late as 4:00PM
- Arrange transportation accordingly for afternoon exams.
- Students must notify coaches/employers in advance of any conflicts.
What to Bring on Exam Day
- Fully charged Chromebook
- Chromebook charger (no loaners available)
- Black or dark blue pens
- Snack in a labeled clear plastic bag (for breaks only)
- Up to two approved calculators (per College Board guidelines)
Do NOT Bring
- Electronic devices (phones, smartwatches, etc.)
- Books, notes, or dictionaries
- Rulers, compasses, scratch paper (unless approved)
- Alarm watches or cameras
- Unauthorized calculators or computers
- Correction fluid/tape, highlighters, colored pencils
- Food/drinks in the testing room
- Earplugs or clothing with subject-related information
May 12 - PTSA Meeting: Our PTSA has had a fantastic rebuilding year, starting new initiatives and bringing back old traditions, such as the "lock in" All Night Grad Party (ANGP). We hope to continue and expand on the PTSA's success next year, but we cannot do that without parent volunteers for the Board. Both the President and Vice President positions are open for the 2026/2027 school year, and without at least a President the PTSA will be forced to close. Please contact the current president, Sean Cosden, at president@cvhsptsa.org if you have questions about the positions. Elections are planned for the PTSA/ANGP meeting at 6pm on Tuesday, May 12.
May 14 - Broadway Pops Choir Concert & Awards: Come on out for a fun evening of entertainment at the CVHS Choral Department’s last concert of the year on May 14 at 7pm! We’ve got a variety of pop songs and musical theatre songs from the 1950’s through today ready to go! Many of our graduating seniors will be performing senior solos as well. Doors open at 6:45 and admission is free (donations accepted)!
May 15 - Bandemonium Concert: Centreville High School’s Wildcat Band presents the 5th Annual Bandemonium on Friday, May 15 at 6:30 PM in the bus loop—an outdoor music festival under the stars featuring a wide range of student ensembles. This year’s “OFF ROAD” theme highlights high-energy pieces centered around fast cars, with performances from all band ensembles, plus orchestra, choir, and theatre students. Food trucks and family-friendly activities like face painting and pawprint tattoos will be available, making it a fun event for all ages. Limited seating is provided, so guests are encouraged to bring blankets or chairs; in case of rain, the event will move indoors.
May 20 - Orchestra Senior Night and Symphony Concert: Join the orchestras for their final two evenings of performances for the year in our very own Centreville HS auditorium! On Wednesday, May 20th at 7:00pm, enjoy Senior Night & Symphony. We will celebrate orchestra seniors during the first half with senior solos, awards, and a slideshow. The second half will feature our full Symphony performing Star Wars, 1812 Overture, and the Elgar Cello Concerto performed by senior, Noah Katzen! A black-tie reception will follow the performance—Only the performers and seniors will be in full formalwear, though, family and friends are invited to come in comfortable casual attire!
May 21 - Orchestra Pops! Concert: On Thursday, May 21st at 7:00pm, treat yourself to an evening of Orchestra Pops! The CVHS String Orchestras will take the stage to perform pops tunes from artists like Laufey and Sabrina Carpenter as well as music from Hamilton, La La Land, and The Minecraft Movie. This is a great concert for both the young and the young at heart! Best of all, both concerts are FREE and open to the public! No tickets are required
May 21 - Centreville High School Physical Night: Join us on Thursday, May 21 from 6:00-8:00PM if your student-athlete needs a physical for the 2026-2027 school year. All student-athletes who want to participate in sports for the 2026-2027 school year will need a current physical. Our physical nights are a fundraiser for our Athletic Training program, which provides medical care to our 1100 student-athletes and staff. By attending our night, your physical will automatically go on file at CVHS (or be transferred to your base school). All ages and students from other schools are welcome, and we will do physicals for camps, boy scouts, etc., in addition to the VHSL form if needed. The current VHSL form is located here: https://www.vhsl.org/vhsl-physical-form/. To register for our event, please use this form.
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May 24 - Student Equity Ambassador Lead Application Deadline: Calling All Rising 10th Graders - Join the CVHS S.E.A.L.S! Centreville High School is looking for passionate students to join the Student Equity Ambassador Leaders (S.E.A.L.S) for the upcoming school year. As a SEAL, you will collaborate with staff and fellow student leaders across FCPS to lead projects that foster a more inclusive and welcoming school environment for everyone. This is a fantastic opportunity to share your voice, work directly with school leadership, and make a tangible impact on our school culture. Interested students should apply by May 24th, 2026, using the online application link or by scanning the QR code on the flier. For more details, please reach out to Mrs. Person at cjones2@fcps.edu or stop by Mod 5 with any questions!
May 29 - Senior Awards Ceremony: The Class of 2026 Senior Awards Ceremony will be held on Friday, May 29 at 9:50AM in the CVHS auditorium. Invitations will be mailed to students who will be recognized on stage for their accomplishments and dedication to their learning and education. A follow up email will be sent to the parents and guardians of invited students. It will include an RSVP link to ensure students will be in attendance to receive their award at this prestigious event.
June 2-5 - Senior Exams: Final exams for seniors will be administered between June 2-5. Seniors will need to be in school the whole day June 2-3, however, on June 4-5, seniors will be allowed to leave campus after their last exam on these days. The exam schedule is below:
- Tuesday, June 2 - Period 5 & 7 Exams
- Wednesday, June 3 - Period 6 & 8 Exams
- Thursday, June 4 - Period 1 Exam
- Friday, June 5 - Period 2 & 4 Exam
June 5 - WildCat B Awards Ceremony: The WildCat B Awards Ceremony will be hosted on Friday, June 5th, at 2:00 in the auditorium. We will be celebrating each student and presenting them with an award to acknowledge their many accomplishments this school year. Families and friends are invited to attend!
June 5 - Student Debts & Obligations Due: Student Debts and Obligations were mailed out on May 1st, 2026. It's come to our attention that some email replies to this account may not be making it to their intended recipient. If you have not received a response to a recent email sent to CVHSDebtNotification@fcps.edu, please send us a new email so that we can take another look.
June 8 - Senior Picnic: After graduation rehearsal on June 8, seniors are invited and encouraged to attend an outdoor barbeque in the stadium with CVHS staff to celebrate their accomplishments and last few days together. There is no additional cost for students to attend. Food and treats will be provided.
June 9 - Senior Sunset: Senior Sunset is an opportunity for the Class of 2026 to celebrate their time at Centreville High School together. Senior Sunset will take place from 6:30-9:00PM at the stadium. There is no cost, and food and snacks will be provided. A sign up for interested students will be available soon.
June 10-16 - Underclassmen Final Exams: Final exams for all non-seniors will be administered between June 10-16. June 10 is a regularly scheduled, full school day. The remaining exam days of June 12, June 15, and June 16 are early release days. The final exam schedule for underclassmen is outlined below:
- Wednesday, June 10 - Period 1 Exam
- Friday, June 12 - Period 5 & 7 Exams
- Monday, June 15 - Period 2 & 4 Exams
- Tuesday, June 16 - Period 6 & 8 Exams
June 11 - No School - Class of 2026 Graduation: The Class of 2026 will graduate at EagleBank Arena at 9:00AM on Thursday, June 11. As a result, there will be no school for students on this day. Students are encouraged to use this time to study for their final exams.
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Celebrating Excellence - Our SEPTA Nominees: We are thrilled to celebrate two of our Instructional Assistants, Jeff Greer and Shamia Diggs-Long, for being recognized as nominees at the FCPS Special Education Parent Teacher Association (SEPTA) awards! It was a truly inspiring event, and seeing our Wildcats represent Centreville High School alongside FCPS Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid and Representative Walkinshaw made the evening even more special. We are incredibly proud of Jeff and Shamia’s unwavering dedication and the profound, positive impact they continue to make on our students and school community every day.
Celebrating Our Girls Softball Seniors: This week, we proudly honored our two senior student-athletes and their families for their incredible commitment to the Girls Softball program. As the veteran leaders of a "small but mighty" squad, these seniors have kept their tight-knit team together through their unwavering dedication and infectious spirit. We are deeply grateful for the class and character they have shown while representing Wildcat Nation on and off the diamond. Thank you for your leadership and for being such vital members of our community!
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Honoring Our Boys Lacrosse Class of 2026: This week, we gathered to celebrate our 14 incredible seniors and their families during a memorable Boys Lacrosse Senior Night. The evening was a beautiful tribute to the deep camaraderie and lasting connections these student-athletes have built throughout their time on the field together. We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our seniors for their years of dedication, leadership, and the lasting legacy they leave within the Centreville Lacrosse program. Congratulations to our seniors, we can’t wait to see what your future holds!
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Required Immunizations for Rising 7th and Rising 12th Graders: The following immunizations are required for students entering 7th and 12th grade each school year. All students entering 7th grade are required to receive one dose of each of the following immunizations prior to the beginning of school: Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis booster (Tdap), Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY), and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.
- To meet the Tdap requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 7 or older.
- To meet the MenACWY requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 10 or older.
- To meet the HPV requirement, the vaccination should be given between the ages of 11 and 12 or as early as 9 years old.
- Parents/guardians may decide that their child will not receive the HPV vaccination. The school does not require documentation if a parent/guardian elects for their student not to receive the HPV vaccination.
All students entering 12th grade are to receive two doses of the Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) prior to the beginning of school. To meet the MenACWY 12th grade requirement, one dose must be administered at age 16 or older.
Parents/guardians are encouraged to plan ahead by scheduling an appointment with their child’s health care provider now to avoid the rush this summer. Please consider getting your child’s immunizations early so they can attend school in the fall. Summer is a busy time for families and health care providers. As long as your child meets the age requirements listed above, they can be immunized at any time.
Immunization Events for FCPS Students: FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will provide school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for all FCPS students at no out-of-pocket cost. Multiple events will take place at designated FCPS locations. Dates will be made available throughout the school year. Parents/guardians may view upcoming events and schedule an appointment for their student. Participation is voluntary. Additional immunization resources are also available.
FCPS Caters to Food Allergies: May is Food Allergy Awareness Month. The FCPS Office of Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) works to ensure every student has access to safe and nutritious school meals. Since 1 in 13 children in the U.S. has a food allergy, FNS works closely with families to provide reasonable meal accommodations for students whose medical needs affect what they can eat at school. To support students appropriately and safely, families are asked to submit medical documentation to FNS from a U.S. licensed health care provider so we can tailor meals to each child’s needs. Learn more about the documentation required and the steps to develop a safe menu for students.
Stay up to Date With the FCPS Mobile App!: The FCPS mobile app offers a customized platform to help keep families connected and informed directly from their smartphones. You can download the Fairfax County Public Schools mobile app by going to the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and searching for “FCPS.”
With the app, you can:
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Stay up to date: Get the latest news from FCPS.
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View school calendars: See events, activities, holidays, and early dismissals.
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Check school menus: See what’s for lunch and breakfast today, tomorrow, or next week.
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Tap to contact: Quickly call attendance lines or email school staff.
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Access key links: Jump to ParentVUE, Schoology, and the FCPS website in one tap.
Users can access updates and content without having to sign in, making it easy for everyone to stay informed. Learn more about the mobile app, including feedback from parents.
Required Immunizations for Rising 7th and Rising 12th Graders: Las siguientes vacunas son obligatorias para los estudiantes que entran en 7 -12 grados, cada año escolar. Todos los estudiantes entrando al grado 7 están obligados a recibir una dosis de cada una de las siguientes vacuna, antes de comenzar la escuela: Refuerzo contra el tétanos, la difteria y la tos ferina (Tdap, por sus siglas en inglés), vacuna antimeningocócica (MenACWY, siglas en inglés) y vacuna contra el virus del papiloma humano (VPH, siglas en inglés).
- Para cumplir con el requisito de la Tdap, la vacuna debe ser administrada a los 7 años de edad o después.
- Para cumplir con el requisito de la MenACWY, la vacuna debe ser administrada a los 10 años de edad o después.Para cumplir con el requisito de la HPV, la vacuna debe ser administrada entre las edades de 11 y 12 años de edad, o tan temprano como a los 9 años.
- Como padre o tutor, usted podría decidir no poner a su niño la vacuna HPV. La escuela no exige documentación si un padre o tutor decide no poner la vacuna HPV a su estudiante.
Todos los estudiantes que entren al grado 12 deben recibir dos dosis de la vacuna antimeningocócica (MenACWY, siglas en inglés) antes de comenzar la escuela. Para cumplir este requisito del grado 12, una dosis debe ser administrada a la edad de 16 años o después.
Animamos a padres y tutores a planificar con tiempo y hacer ahora una cita con anticipación con el médico de su niño, para así evitar apuros durante el verano. Por favor, considere ponerle las vacunas a su niño anticipadamente de forma tal, que ellos puedan asistir a la escuela en otoño. El verano es un tiempo muy ocupado para familias y médicos. Siempre que su niño tenga la edad necesaria para cumplir con los requisitos que mencionamos antes, pueden ser vacunados en cualquier momento.
Eventos de Vacunación para Estudiantes de FCPS: FCPS, en asociación con “Inspire Health Alliance”, ofrecerá las vacunas requeridas para la escuela y de forma opcional la vacuna contra el “flu”, a todos los estudiantes de FCPS, sin ningún costo. Se realizarán múltiples eventos en ubicaciones designadas de FCPS. Las fechas serán notificadas a los largo del año escolar. Padres o tutores pueden mirar los próximos eventos y programar una cita para su estudiante. La participación es voluntaria. También hay disponibles recursos adicionales sobre vacunación.
FCPS atiende las alergias alimentarias: Mayo es el Mes de Concientización sobre las Alergias Alimentarias. La Oficina de Servicios de Alimentos y Nutrición (FNS) de FCPS trabaja para garantizar que cada estudiante tenga acceso a comidas escolares seguras y nutritivas. Dado que 1 de cada 13 niños en los EE. UU. padece una alergia alimentaria, la FNS colabora estrechamente con las familias para ofrecer adaptaciones razonables en las comidas a aquellos estudiantes cuyas necesidades médicas afectan lo que pueden ingerir en la escuela. Para brindar un apoyo adecuado y seguro a los estudiantes, se solicita a las familias que presenten ante la FNS documentación médica expedida por un profesional de la salud con licencia en los EE. UU., a fin de que podamos adaptar las comidas a las necesidades específicas de cada niño. Obtenga más información sobre la documentación requerida y los pasos a seguir para elaborar un menú seguro para los estudiantes.
¡Manténgase al día con la aplicación móvil de FCPS!: La aplicación móvil de FCPS ofrece una plataforma personalizada diseñada para ayudar a las familias a mantenerse conectadas e informadas directamente desde sus teléfonos inteligentes. Puede descargar la aplicación móvil de las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax (FCPS) visitando la Apple App Store o la Google Play Store y buscando "FCPS".
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