Annandale Seniors and Families:
What a great evening celebrating the Class of 2026 at Senior Prom this past weekend! Students had an amazing time at The Torpedo Factory in Old Town Alexandria dancing and making memories together. Thank you to everyone who helped organize and support such a special event for our seniors.
Next week, May 18-22, is Senior Spirit Week! We encourage all seniors to participate and show their Atoms pride throughout the week! See below for each day's theme.
Tickets are now on sale for this year’s All Night Grad Celebration, a long-standing Annandale High School tradition made possible by the Annandale High School PTSA and our parent community.
The All Night Grad Celebration will take place on June 9 beginning at 11:00pm, with doors closing at midnight. Students can look forward to great food, games, a DJ, entertainment, and exciting door prizes, including computers and televisions. Parents can join the fun by volunteering to help! It takes a lot of volunteers to make this a successful night for our seniors. Please look at the sign-up and find a shift that works for you.
If you have any questions about upcoming senior events, please contact our senior class sponsors, Erin Mahoney and Chase Cole or our senior class administrator, Jae Lee.
Shawn DeRose, Principal
Checklist - Do It Now!
PAST DUE - Senior Survey: Each year, every senior is required to complete the Senior Survey. This is how Student Services celebrates the decisions of our graduates and ensures we have information on where to send final transcripts. Students who were absent on the day of their English class received an email notification about make-up days and times for filling out the survey. Note: It is required that all seniors complete the survey by May 25. Seniors who have not completed the survey will be unable to pick up their cap and gown for graduation. If you have questions or concerns, please email Viri Acosta.
Pay Your Senior Dues - $70: Senior dues, which cover graduation ceremony expenses including cap and gown, and unlimited guest passes, are $70. Members of the Class of 2026 must pay their senior dues through the MySchoolBucks. Here are instructions on how to access MySchoolBucks.com.
Pay Any Obligations: Seniors must pay all outstanding obligations, including Senior Dues, prior to receiving their cap and gown. Financial obligations can be paid online via myschoolbucks.com. Here are instructions on how to access MySchoolBucks.com. All senior obligations must be paid before picking up their cap and gown. If you have any questions, please email Jeremy DeBoe, Finance Technician.
Sign Up for the Elementary School Graduation Walk: We are excited to invite the Class of 2026 to participate in the Graduation Walk event on Friday, June 5 at 1:30pm (2:30 for Annandale Terrace ES). Students will have the opportunity to revisit their previous elementary school and stroll through the halls adorned in cap and gown, celebrating their achievements and the journey that has led them to this momentous occasion. Interested students must submit this form. Transportation will not be provided. All students who would like to participate must safely get to their school on their own.
Purchase All Night Grad Party Tickets: Tickets are now on sale for this year’s All Night Grad Celebration, a long-standing Annandale High School tradition made possible by the Annandale High School PTSA and the parent community. This safe, fun, and adult-supervised event is entirely volunteer-run and provides seniors with a memorable way to celebrate together.
The All Night Grad Celebration will take place on June 9, beginning at 11:00pm, with doors closing at midnight. Tickets are available for $55 but will increase to $65 soon. Students can look forward to great food, games, a DJ, top-notch entertainment, and exciting door prizes, including computers and televisions.
Discounted tickets are available for students in need, and interested students are encouraged to speak with their school counselor for more information. Parent volunteers are also essential to the success of this event, and families are encouraged to sign up to help if they are able. Email Annandale.angc@gmail.com with any questions.
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Important Dates
May 14 - Senior Art Show, 6pm: On Thursday, May 14 our Annandale Art seniors will showcase their portfolios in our annual Senior Art Show in Clausen Hall 6:00-8:00pm. This show is the capstone for IB Art and our level 4 art students in Studio Art, 3D Art, Digital Art, and Photography, and also includes our esteemed seniors in upper-level classes. Come check out the individual exhibitions, celebrate our seniors, and, if you’re interested, purchase artwork!
May 18-22 - Senior Spirit Week: Join the celebration of your last full week of classes at Annandale High School!
Monday: Black Out + Chalk the Walk - After school, seniors will gather at the main and back entrances of the school to decorate the sidewalks with chalk.
Tuesday: Twin Day - Find a buddy and dress alike as twins!
Wednesday: PJ Day - Wear your PJs
Thursday: Throwback Day + Paint the Spirit Rock - Dress like a previous version of yourself or like another past person. Students will have an opportunity to paint the spirit rock on this day.
Friday: College Decision Shirt- Seniors will wear their college shirts!
May 28 - June 2 - Senior Exams: Seniors will take their Senior Exams during their regularly scheduled class periods on May 28-June 2. Here is the full exam schedule: May 28: W6 & W8; May 29: R5 & R7; June 1: W2; June 2: R1 & R3. Seniors may leave school after their last exam that day.
May 28 - June 2 - Senior Laptop and Book Collection: Beginning Thursday, May 28, students who no longer need their FCPS issued laptop can return it at the Main Gym Lobby after each senior exam block. Once students have turned in their laptop and any school-issued books or supplies, they are dismissed from school.
June 1 - Senior Picnic, 9:35am: Immediately following the W2 exam, seniors will be released at 9:35am. Members of the Class of 2026 will gather in the Senior parking lot or Ossian Park to enjoy a light breakfast, and sign yearbooks. The event will end at 11:15am.
June 2 - Senior Sunset, 7pm: Senior Sunset will take place on June 2 from 7:00-9:00pm. Students are encouraged to come watch the sunset on the football field with music, drinks, and food to celebrate the last day of their senior year.
June 3 - Senior Awards Ceremony: Our annual Senior Awards Ceremony will be held on June 3 from 10:00-11:15am at Annandale High School. This ceremony provides us an opportunity to recognize seniors who have demonstrated outstanding achievements in each content area, as well as celebrate those seniors who have been selected for community based awards and scholarships. We will provide more details as we get closer to the ceremony and will be communicating directly with the students and families of our award recipients. If you have questions or concerns, please email Viri Acosta.
June 4 - Senior Obligations & Cap and Gown Distribution: Seniors must pay all outstanding obligations, including Senior Dues, prior to receiving their cap and gown. Financial obligations can be paid online via myschoolbucks.com, by using the myschoolbucks mobile app, or in person on June 4. Here are instructions on how to access MySchoolBucks.com. All senior obligations must be paid before picking up their cap and gown. If you have any questions, please email Jeremy DeBoe, Finance Technician.
Students can pick up their cap and gown and senior gift during their assigned times listed below.
- 10:00-11:00am - Last names A-L
- 11:30-12:30pm - Last names M-Z
Students enter through Door 11, at the front of the building, to the upper gym where they will turn in all equipment and supplies and pay any obligations in order to become eligible to graduate.
June 5 - Graduation Rehearsal, 10:00-11:00am or 11:30-12:30pm: Graduation rehearsal will be held on the Annandale High School stadium field. Seniors who choose to participate in the Graduation Ceremony must attend graduation rehearsal during their assigned times below.
- 10:00-11:00am - Last names A-L
- 11:30-12:30pm - Last names M-Z
Students should meet on the home side stadium bleachers where they will receive information about the ceremony.
June 5 - Graduation Walk, 1:30pm: We are thrilled to extend an invitation to participate in the Graduation Walk event on Friday, June 5 at 1:30pm (2:30 for Annandale Terrace ES), where students will have the wonderful opportunity to revisit their previous elementary school and stroll through the halls adorned in cap and gown, celebrating their achievements and the journey that has led them to this momentous occasion. Interested students must submit this form by June 1. Transportation will not be provided. All students who would like to participate must safely get to their school on their own.
June 8 - Graduation, 7:00pm: Graduation will be held on Monday, June 8, at 7:00pm at Eagle Bank Arena. Tickets are not required.
June 9 - All Night Grad Celebration: Annandale High School’s All Night Grad Celebration is June 9 from 11:00pm-5:00am at Audrey Moore Rec Center! Tickets are on sale now for $55. Students can order tickets here. After June 1, tickets will only be available at the door for $65. If you would like, you can sponsor a Senior and purchase their ticket! Questions? Please contact the ANGC Chair if you have questions or concerns about the All Night Graduation Celebration. Parents can join the fun by volunteering to help! It takes a lot of volunteers to make this a successful night for our seniors. Please look at the sign-up and find a shift that works for you.
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Important Information
Save Your Google Drive Data: Attention seniors! FCPS Google Apps account is automatically disabled upon graduation. All files will be deleted in early August. Therefore, it is important that all of your data is downloaded from your Google Drive before graduation.
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Opportunities
Graduation Announcements & Class of 2026 Items: Interested in purchasing graduation announcements and other graduation related items? Check out the Jostens website for everything you need to celebrate this milestone. Note: Caps, gowns, tassels, and diploma covers are included in Senior Dues and provided to all graduates.
Yearbooks On Sale Now! The yearbook is on sale and at our lowest price! Don’t let the memories fly by! This year, our yearbook is capturing the moment permanently for students and families for years to come! Preorder at yearbookforever.com.This is currently the lowest price that is offered ($95). It is highly recommended to preorder our yearbook as prices will increase for in-person sales and supplies will be limited! If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Vera.
Celebrate Your Senior with a Yard Sign! Recognize your student's hard work and determination by displaying a graduation sign in your yard. Each sign sold helps support PTSA initiatives like student scholarships, teacher and student grants, events like the All Night Grad Celebration, teacher appreciation activities, and more! Purchase your sign here - $15 picked up, or $20 delivered. Signs will be ready for pickup/delivery during the first week of May.
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