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McLean High School has been approved to install rooftop solar panels as part of FCPS’s effort to reduce long-term electricity costs. Solar allows schools to lock in lower energy rates, potentially saving millions of dollars that can be redirected to classrooms instead of utility bills. A 30% federal tax credit currently makes these projects much more affordable, but it expires soon. If FCPS does not move quickly, we risk losing that savings opportunity. Please take a minute to thank the School Board for approving solar at MHS and encourage them to move forward while this funding is still available: Thank you for your support. |
MHS SNHS LEGO Donation Drive
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The McLean HS Science National Honor Society (SNHS) is hosting a LEGO Donation Drive through March 6th, 2026. Students are encouraged to donate LEGO pieces to support local Title I elementary schools. All donations must be placed in a Ziploc bag or storage container and dropped off in the donation bin located outside the Main Office. |
Teacher & Staff Appreciation Opportunity -
Friday Breakfast StationThe PTSA organizes a weekly Friday Breakfast Station during the year stocked with contributions by fellow McLean HS families. The Friday Breakfast Station is set up in the front office and teachers & staff are grateful each week for your donations. Please click on the link below to donate a breakfast item from the sign up list this month. Thank you in advance! Link for February: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4EA4A822A7FEC07-54898879-202602 Link for March: |
Student Volunteer Opportunities
Bright Beats – Calling for Volunteers! Through afterschool music sessions featuring sing-alongs, rhythm activities, and instrument play, student volunteers help foster joy, connection, and inclusion. The student volunteers makes a meaningful impact on the children served while also helping the volunteers develop empathy, leadership, and hands-on community engagement skills. Upcoming sessions run bi-weekly at Franklin Sherman Elementary School and monthly at Dolley Madison Library. No prior music or instrument experience is required - training will be provided. Sign up: www.brightbeats.org/news-and- |
Local Elementary School Fun Fairs Are you a student who needs volunteer hours? Do you remember all of the FUN of going to Fun Fair in elementary school? Teen volunteers are needed to support the Fun Fairs at local Elementary Schools. Verification will be provided to earn your service hours. Spots fill up fast, so volunteer early! March 14 @ Spring Hill Elementary - Click here to volunteer April 10* @ Chesterbrook Elementary - Click here to volunteer *There is no school for students on this teacher workday. Setup shifts are available 2-4pm, Activity Station shifts run 4-5:30, and 5:30-7pm, clean up shifts run 7-8:30pm. |
2026 Chamber Music Series at the Alden Theater
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The Alden Theater has announced the upcoming artists in the 2026 Chamber Music Series and are excited for more music lovers to discover The Alden and experience music as it is meant to be heard: together. A new discount code has been included for MHS faculty, students, parents, families, and friends. Reach out to the Alden if you would like help planning for a group or please use the coupon code and we will see you at the theatre! Click here for details about the artists coming soon and the coupon code! |
Mock Testing - SAT and ACT
Looking for an opportunity to practice for the SAT and ACT? The McLean PTSA is partnering with The Princeton Review and Marigold Prep to offer practice tests. Each testing session starts at 9am. The test dates are as follows: SAT : April 11, 2026, July 18, 2026 ACT : February 28, 2026; April 25, 2026 Join us virtually to take the full-length practice tests. The registration fee is $20 per exam. Registration closes 3 days prior to each exam, and you will receive an email with further instructions regarding the testing session. After each test, you will receive a comprehensive score report detailing your strengths and weaknesses. Questions? Contact tests@mcleanptsa.org |
Volunteers Needed for Food Pantry Programs
Food Pantry - Collection Day Drivers NeededDrivers use an app on their phone that shows them where to go to pick up bags.
The upcoming collection dates are (Saturdays): 3/7/26, 4/25/26. You should be available for at least two dates. Here’s what’s needed to volunteer as a driver:
If you have questions: review our Driver FAQs online, watch this video, or reply to this email: eelnattar@mcleanptsa.org. Our Driver Coordinator will contact you with all the information you’ll need. |
McLean Pantry - Week Day Volunteers NeededIf you have flexibility during the work day and are interested in volunteering to support the McPantry, please reply to this email eelnattar@mcleanptsa.org. We need volunteers to drop off bags to new Red Bag donors homes. At McLean High School, teachers, student volunteers, and parents have come together to help combat hunger among students! The newly established McLean Pantry is currently collecting individually packaged food items, such as shelf-stable milk cartons, cups of noodles, and more. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Anshu Matalia at |
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Food For Neighbors Red Bag ProgramPlease become a Food For Neighbors Red Bag Donor. Once you sign-up, FFN will send you a reminder one week prior to the scheduled pickup (March, May, September, November and January). FFN donations are tax-deductible; FFN will provide donation confirmation. |
Thank you for your support!
McLean PTSA Fundraiser
Please Support Our Teachers and Students- Help Us Reach $51,330!Dear Parents, We’re excited to share that the McLean PTSA has raised $45,344 so far — THANK YOU for your generous support! We still need your help to reach our goal of $51,330 for this school year. Your contributions directly support our teachers, students, and school programs. We suggest a donation of $180 per family, which includes a $30 PTSA membership, but please know that every contribution, no matter the amount, truly makes a difference. You can donate using the following links: |
School Year PTSA Checklist
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Important Upcoming Dates
March 20 - Student Holiday
Helpful Links
Attendance Bell Schedule Red/Silver Calendar Office and Support Staff
Student Services Student Activities Special Education Resources
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