Special Events
Edison HS Library
Bookfair
@Barnes & Noble
Wednesday, December 2nd, 6:00-9:00 pm
Barnes & Noble Springfield
6646 Loisdale Road
(next to DSW)
• Meet Shelena Shorts, author of The Pace, and have your book signed!
• Poetry slam and storytelling
• Musical performances by students
And much more!
Call (Edison Library @ 703-924-8198) for more information.
Please present the attached vouchers prior to making your purchases. A percentage of the net sale will be donated to Edison High School Library.
Share vouchers with friends and family as they can be used at any Barnes & Noble in the United States to benefit Edison HS from December 2 – December 9 – so please send them on! Vouchers not valid for online shopping.
The book fair proceeds will be used to supplement library materials.
Congratulations
Congratulations to all the Student-Athletes on this year's JV Field Hockey Team. The entire team, all 23 players received a Student Academic Achievement Award by earning 3.5 or better while participating this Fall. Way to Go Eagles!
Congratulations to Jonathan Schroeder, Erin Reinheimer, and Sara Turner, who were selected by successful audition for the 2010 Distict 10 Senior Honors Orchestra.
General Announcements
Do you want to learn to spin flag, rifle, and sabre? Come to spin club after school on Tuesdays until 4:00pm. No experience necessary. We'll teach you everything you need to know. Come and check it out.
People to People is collecting food to help needy families this Thanksgiving. Please donate non-perishable food items to boxes in the main office, library, Career Center and Room 248. Donations will be collected until Monday, November 23rd. Please see Mrs. Daly in Room 248 if you have any questions.
Edison's Academic Team will be hosting a scrimmage with West Potomac tomorrow afternoon from 3:15 to 4:15 in Trailer 107. All team members should plan to attend. Any other student who is curious about Academic Team is welcome to attend and cheer our Eagles on to victory.
Check out the new Photo blog and photo created by Ms. Bruce and the Photo Students. This blog will document the Edison renovation thru a variety of photographic styles. Keep checking back for updates. http://www.edisonphoto1blog.blogspot.com/
The Edison High School Improvement Plan has implemented a school-wide mentoring program that identifies and pairs students with faculty members to engage in conversations and activities that promote academic and life achievement through a school-based mentoring program. Many of the selected students are part of the Focus 9th grade transition program; however, the mentees are very diverse and represent the various student groups at Edison High School. The mentees and mentors will meet at least twice each month to discuss academics and other areas of student interest. The faculty members volunteered their time and have committed to serving as mentors for the entire school year. For more information about the mentoring program or the Focus 9th grade transitional program, please contact Mr. Henry Thompson or Ms. Jennifer L. Platt.
There are two easy ways to order your 2010 Talon!
To use a credit card to order your yearbook over the phone call 1.866.287.3096 and use order number 5211. To use a credit card online go to www.yearbookordercenter.com and use order number 5211.
Email Ms. Allie Weiss, yearbook adviser at allie.weiss@fcps.edu. Please include your first and last name, your child's first and last name, and your child's grade. Thank you.
Capture any exciting moments with your digital camera this summer? Want a way to contribute to the yearbook? Upload your pictures to Edison’s eShare site! New for 2010, we will be able to use your photos in the yearbook!
If you would like to submit your photos for consideration, visit www.hjeshare.com and enter school code 3010016. Then upload your pictures!
We will attempt to use all appropriate pictures that relate to the stories and theme of this year’s book. Please include your correct contact information and subject information so that we can properly credit you for your contribution!
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the Talon adviser, Ms. Allie Weiss at allie.weiss@fcps.edu.
FCPS Programs and Services for Families
All grandparents, aunts, uncles, and other relatives who are raising a child for another family member are invited to:
Holiday Helpers Making Gifts for the Holidays Saturday, December 5 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Drop the kids off for a day of fun and gift-making At two locations:
Gum Springs Community Center
8100 Fordson, Rd., Alexandria, VA 22306
Mott Community Center
12111 Braddock Rd., Fairfax, VA 22030
(For information on how to reach these locations using public transportation, visit http://www.fairfaxconnector.com 703-339-7200 ; TTY 703-339-1608 or http://www.wmata.com 202-637-7000; TTY 202-638-3780)
Family and School Partnerships offers classes for parents and information about how families can support children’s success in school. Parents can access both Helping Children Learn newsletter and Strategies for School Success (School Success Web Service) from this page.
http://www.fcps.edu/cco/fam/services-family.htm
The Parent Resource Center for Special Education supports families of children with special needs. Resources include workshops for parents, a resource library, a newsletter, and lists of tutors and therapists.
http://www.fcps.edu/cco/prc/index.htm
Community Events
The Manchester Lakes Community Center is in need of some student volunteers ASAP! For more information, please visit the Career Center or see the Community Service Bulletin Board in the cafeteria.
Announcements for the Week of November 23
Monday
There will be an interest meeting on Monday, November 23, for all those interested in volunteering for the 2010 Got Hope? Walkathon, benefiting cancer awareness and suicide prevention. The meeting will be held at 2:30 in Trailer 118. An introduction to the Got Hope? Walkathon will be presented, and tentative committees will be established. Underclassmen are especially welcome. See Mr. Karayannis or Kelly Flanigan if you have questions. See you there!
Saturday
There will be Mock Trial practice on Saturday - 28 November at 10am in TR119.
Attorneys will be selected at that time. If you want to be an attorney make plans to attend.
Those who do not attend will not be considered for an attorney position.
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