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Dr. Banbury

It is hard to believe that the first quarter of the 2012-2013 school year is already past and second quarter interims are right around the corner! Before we get too further imbedded in our daily academic duties, I would like to introduce and welcome two new members to our administrative staff – Mrs. Kathy Martin and Ms. Martha Rodeheaver. Kathy Martin has taught chemistry at Oakton for the past 18 years and has most recently served as Science Department Chair. Mrs. Martin received her undergrad degree from Clemson University and a Master of Arts degree in New Professional Studies – Teaching and Education Leadership from George Mason University. Martha Rodeheaver has taught physics at W. T. Woodson High School for the past eight years and was the AP Coordinator and class sponsor there. Ms. Rodeheaver received her undergrad degree and Masters from the University of Virginia and, most recently, a Masters in Education Leadership from George Mason University.  Interestingly, both Mrs. Martin and Ms. Rodeheaver attended Northern Virginia schools: Mrs. Martin – Marshall High School, and Ms. Rodeheaver – Yorktown High School. I am excited to have them on our administrative staff. Oakton has had a very busy and successful fall season for all of our activities. Congratulations to our Girls’ Cross County and Girls’ Volleyball teams for winning the Concorde District. Congratulations to our Girls’ and Boys’ Cross County teams for being the Northern Region Runners-Up. Congratulations to our Varsity Football team for winning the Region title and advancing to the State Semi-Finals. Congratulations to the Cougar Marching Band for receiving a Superior Rating at the State Marching Band Assessment. We have a very talented student body and I look forward to celebrating their continued successes throughout the school year. I know that many of you have concerns about the online math textbooks. As of right now, we will be placing an order for hard copy math textbooks for all students. Believe it or not, course selection for 2013-2014 is just around the corner in February. Please take some time over the Winter Break to discuss what classes your child is interested in taking next year. Our Curriculum Night and Electives Fair is January 17, 2013, and counselors will provide an overview of courses during school in the first week of February.

I wish you a restful and safe holiday season and look forward to the New Year.

 

Last update: December 6, 2012
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