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Woodson Weekly is published every Monday to provide the community with important information about school life at Woodson High School.
Vision Statement
Carter G. Woodson High School is a community that embraces diversity in a culture of improvement and success that promotes academic curiosity and individual mental and physical growth.
Woodson Marching Band took 2nd place at the JMU Band Competition
Message from Mr. Greata
What a great showing at our football game last Friday night! We enjoyed a beautiful rendition of the Star-Spangled Banner performed by chorus members from across our Woodson Pyramid, a hard-fought game by our football team that featured an incredible 49-yard field goal, and of course, a fantastic halftime performance by our marching band.
You can catch highlights — including recordings from our chorus and marching band — on this week’s Woodson Weekly Podcast, available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Our marching band didn’t stop there! On Saturday, they traveled to James Madison University for a band competition, where they earned 2nd place in their class and 2nd overall out of 55 bands. Congratulations to all of our student musicians and staff for their hard work and dedication — we are so proud of you!
This week brings more exciting updates:
- We’re opening a new weapons detection tower at Door 3 to support students arriving through the Kiss & Ride loop. We’re grateful to FCPS for recognizing our need and providing this additional equipment. Starting Tuesday, October 7, students arriving through the front Kiss & Ride should enter through Door 3 for screening.
- Please note that there will be paving on Pickett Road through Thursday, October 10. Crews have agreed to work from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. each day to minimize impact, but we encourage families to allow extra time in the morning.
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Wednesday is PSAT/SAT Day. There will be no school for freshmen. Sophomores and juniors will take the PSAT, while over 400 seniors have registered to take the SAT. This is also a two-hour early release day.
Looking ahead, Homecoming is less than two weeks away! We’ll kick off the celebration with Spirit Week, which begins this Friday since there’s no school for students on Monday, October 13. Check out the attached graphic for the full Spirit Week lineup — we can’t wait to see everyone’s school spirit!
We will be celebrating our Cross Country seniors this Wednesday at Burke Lake for their senior night and please check out woodsonsports.com for the schedules of all our athletic events.
Tuesday night, October the 7, we have a PTSO meeting, which will be held virtually. You can join us at this link.
Meeting ID: 935 6736 4291
Passcode: 7YQDVd
Thank you for your continued support, and I hope everyone enjoys a wonderful week!
Weekly Wrap-up
Check out our Weekly Wrap-up on Spotify or Apple!
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Checking out early?
The best and most efficient way to check out your student early is to send a note with them to the take to the Attendance Office. They will receive a pass to leave class at the specified time. You do not to need to come in to the school, as the student will simply come out to meet you.
For emergencies and last minute appointments you may also call the 24-hour attendance line at 703-503-4800 and leave a message. Please allow at least 1 hour for the pass to get put in.
Please be aware that if you sign out your student in person, it can take up to 30 minutes for the pass to reach them.
Important Reminders:
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Email is not accepted for reporting absences or early checkouts. Phone messages for early checkouts are only accepted for emergencies.
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If a student becomes sick during the school day, they must be checked out through the clinic, not the attendance office.
Go Paperless!
Did you know you can view your student’s report card under the Documents tab in ParentVUE? You also have the option to “Go Paperless” for Secondary Report Cards and Elementary Progress Reports by simply checking the box under your account details. This ensures your documents are delivered digitally, saving paper and arriving faster — plus they won’t be mailed to your home.
Homecoming Activities
Theme: Rio
Homecoming Field Day & Bonfire – Monday, October 13, 6:30 – 9 :30 Pat Cunningham Stadium
Bonfire will take place behind the stadium and will be lit no later than 8:00 PM. Join us for hot cider, games and fun.
Spirit Week – Friday, Oct 10 – Friday, October 17
Fri, 10/11 – Rep Your Flock Day – wear your favorite team’s hat or jersey
Tue, 10/14 – Tourist Day – dress like a tourist
Wed, 10/15 – Birds of a Feather Day – Twin Day
Thu, 10/16 – Dress Your Age Day – Freshmen: babies/toddlers; Sophomores: pre-teens; Juniors: parents; Seniors: senior citizens; Faculty: students
Fri, 10/17 – Wear Red, White and Blue
Homecoming Pep Rally – Thursday, October 16 at the Football Stadium during 3rd period.
Homecoming Parade – Friday, October 17, 4:30 – 5:15pm Free Homecoming Dance ticket if you drive your convertible/Jeep/Pickup Truck in the Homecoming Parade.
Pre-game Pig-out – Friday, October 17, 5:00 – 6:45pm outside on the field between the tennis courts and the stadium. This is a community event for students and parents. Admission is free. Join us for fun, games, face painting, moon bounce, food trucks, and more before the Homecoming game. Attendees can purchase a wristband for $5 which gets them unlimited turns on the moon bounce obstacle course, one popcorn, one snow cone, one cotton candy.
Homecoming Dance – Saturday, October 18, 8:00 – 11:00pm
Dance tickets go on sale starting Monday, October 6, and will be sold between the Cafeterias during all lunches and on e-tix (Follow this link to purchase tickets online). No tickets are sold at the door. Tickets sold at school can be paid for with cash or check. Students wishing to purchase a homecoming ticket with a credit card must purchase the ticket through e-tix. The dance attire is semi-formal and tickets cost $25.
Students bringing a non-Woodson guest must get prior approval from administration. Guest request forms are in the main school office and on Schoology and are due on Thursday, October 16.
Rio Carnival HOCO Spirit Week Oct 10-17
INOVA Blood Drive
The INOVA Blood Drive will be coming up soon at Woodson on Oct. 27th. We would need your help as a parent volunteer to assist with signing in/out students for attendance purposes. If you are available for any time on that day between 8am-2:30pm, please email legrecodecer@fcps.edu.
We would also be grateful for your blood donation if you are interested. Parents can sign up for an appointment by emailing mphu@fcps.edu for a time slot available between 8am-2pm. We will try to make sure to minimize your wait time by having you in front of students. Thanks so much for your consideration.
FCPS Check Policy
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) gladly accepts checks and ACH electronic debits (e-checks) from an individual’s bank account for payment of various school related purchases and fees. In the event a check or ACH electronic debit is not honored by the bank, the returned item will be sent to a third-party check collection service, Checkredi Payment Services. Using a third-party vendor reduces the administrative burden placed on school personnel.
Please note that a returned check fee will be charged to the check writer in addition to the face value of the check. The Commonwealth of Virginia allows a returned check fee of up to $50. The individual’s account will be debited electronically for the face value amount and charged a fee of $30 per returned item. If funds are not available, a Checkredi Payment Services representative may contact the individual to arrange payment. When an individual issues a check or authorizes an ACH electronic debit from their bank account, they agree to these terms and conditions.
World Language Credit by Exam
The World Languages Credit by Exam (WLCBE) is an optional test for students in grades 7-12 who can speak and write (type) proficiently in a language other than English. Based on the results of the exam, students can earn 1, 2, and/or 3 world language credits. These credits are recorded on a transcript as Pass (P). No letter grade is assigned to any credits earned through the WLCBE.
The 2025 World Languages Credit by Exam will be administered at Woodson High School on Friday, November 21 during Returns at 9:45 AM in Cavalier Hall. It will last for both Return periods and conclude around 11:15AM.
Registration for the WLCBE is now open and closes on Friday, October 17, at 4 p.m. Late registrations will not be accepted.
To register your student for the exam, please turn in the Notification of Registration Opportunity WLCBE Form (available in eight different languages). You may print, complete, and sign the form and then have your student turn the form into their counselor in Student Services. Or, you may complete the form, scan it, and then email it to your student’s assigned counselor.
For additional information about the WLCBE, and to view a list of the languages offered on the exam, please visit the FCPS WLCBE website. This google form also contains detailed information about the WLCBE including links to a practice test in the AVANT testing platform.
If you have any questions, please reach out to your child’s school counselor.
SEL Screening
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) believes in supporting social and emotional learning (SEL) for all students. In FCPS, students use a tool called the SEL Screener to think about their own SEL skills and experiences at school. Woodson High School students in grades 9-12 will be participating in the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener in the Fall and Spring. The Fall SEL Screener date is Thursday, October 23, during 3rd Return.
Parents/guardians may request that their student not participate in the SEL Screener on an annual basis. This can be done via the Parent Digital Consent System OR by completing the Fairfax County Social Emotional Learning Screener Opt-Out Request Form, which is attached to this message below. If completing the form, please return it to your child’s school counselor (either by scanning and emailing it, or having your child bring it to the Student Services office). The deadline to submit the opt-out form is Wednesday, October 22.
After each screening, results are available in the Documents tab of SIS ParentVUE. For more information about the SEL Screener, including information on opting out, please see the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage.
Notification of SEL Screener and Opt-Out.pdf
PSAT/NMSQT
On Wednesday, October 8, all Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) high schools will have a two-hour early release schedule.
High school academy courses and shuttles will be canceled on this day. FCPS will provide regular bus transportation in the morning and after the early release.
Additional information about the content of the pre-survey and opting your child out can be found on the SAT and PSAT Pre-Survey Opt-Out Policy webpage at https://www.fcps.edu/node/36639.
If you have questions about the PSAT/NMSQT or SAT School Day administration, please contact Kathleen Crosson, Woodson’s Student Testing Coordinator.
Important Dates for 2025-2026
Wednesday, October 8th - PSAT/NMSQT and SAT School Day.
- 9th Grade students do not have school.
Friday, October 10th - Underclass Picture Make-Up
- Pre order your pictures here
Friday, October 17th - Homecoming Parade and Football Game
Saturday, October 18th - Homecoming Dance
Monday, December 22, 2025 - Friday, January 2, 2026 - Winter Break
Thursday, January 15th-Curriculum Night 6-8pm
Monday, March 30th - Friday, April 3 - Spring Break
Thursday, June 4th- Class of 2026 Graduation
Wednesday, June 17th - Last Day of SY25-26
DECA Competition Judges Needed
As you play the role of a customer, employee, or manager, you will rate student participants as they solve real life business situations. Your expertise is needed in-person to evaluate high school marketing students during the DECA Regional District Competition. The student winners will advance to the DECA State Leadership Conference in Virginia Beach February 27 – March 1, 2026. Judges must be at least 21 years old to participate.
FAIRFAX COUNTY DECA REGIONAL DISTRICT COMPETITION
MONDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2025
Oakton High School 2900 Sutton Road Vienna, VA 22181
Judge Orientation begins at 1:00 pm and Competitions should be completed no later than 5:00 pm
To register as a judge, please go to the below Google Form: https://bit.ly/FCPSDECADLC2025
For More Information about the event, please contact: Kelsey Treague, Marketing Teacher, | 
