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https://freedomhs.pwcs.edu/

• • Brain Injury Awareness Month
  • Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
  • Equity in Education Month
  • Greek American Heritage Month
  • International Women’s Day
  • Irish American Heritage Month
  • Music In Our Schools Month
  • National Athletic Training Month
  • Social Work Month
  • Theatre In Our Schools Month
  • Women's History Month
  • World Down Syndrome Awareness Day
  • Youth Art Month

https://www.pwcs.edu/calendars/school_calendar/index

Friday, 03/07/2025

Celebration of Life: Mr. Lee

Location: Freedom High School

Time: Doors Open at 4 pm; Program 5 pm - 6 pm

Wednesday, 03/12/2025

Parent Breakfast (see below flyer)

Location: Freedom High School - Library Conference Room

Time: 8 am -10 am

Parents please sign in the main office.

Wednesday, 03/19/2025

PAC Meeting via Zoom:

Location: Zoom (link will be sent the day of the meeting)

Time: 6 pm

Saturday, 3/22/2025

Mental Health Community Fair

Location: Freedom High School

Time: 9 am - 12 pm

Attend this fair and walk away with valuable information and free give away items.

Friday, 3/28/2025

Teacher Workday (no school for students)

Monday, 3/31/2025

Holiday (schools and offices closed in observance of Eid al-Fitr)

Freedom High Schools' Black History Month festival was on Thursday, 02/27/2025. It was a successful and fun night filled with Black History, student business tables, awesome student performances, an African drumming set by The Heritage Village Project, a fantastic museum exhibit from the Carter 4- County Museum and more.

Performances from our talented FHS choir, Troy Phillips performed a saxophone solo of The National Anthem, Genesis Reyes performed a solo of Rihanna's "Lift Me Up", and Marli Smith performed a solo of James Weldon Johnson's "Lift Every Voice & Sing".

We also had the honor of hosting our Superintendent Dr. McDade, School Board Member Loree Williams, PWC Board of Supervisors The Honorable Margaret Franklin, and Director of High Schools Dr. Millard. Everyone had a wonderful time! We look forward to the plans for next year's festival and hope to see many more families join us.

A special appreciation to Ms. D'eana Forbes for making this incredible event happen. Your dedication and all of the coordination to ensuring this festival and all the events leading to the fesitval be successful was evident.

Beautiful job! - Eagles News

The PAC serves both a representative and advisory function to assist and support our school Principal and Leadership Team (as outline in PWCS Regulation 230.01-1) by:

• Developing the school plan to include objectives, strategies, and action plans.
• Aligning the school plan and action plans with the division Strategic Plan;
• Aligning the school budget with the school plan;
• Reviewing the alignment of the school professional development plan with the school plan;
• Monitoring and evaluation of the implementation of the plan; and
• Assuming other responsibilities as deemed appropriate by the principal and school.

We look forward to your attendance. The meeting link will be sent at a later date.

SAVE THE DATE: Freedom High Schools Annual Art Show is scheduled on Wednesday, May 14 5:30pm - 7pm, Free Entry

PARTICIPANTS: Fine Arts, Photography, Strings, Band

ABOUT: Come join us for a night of the arts! Start your evening off with some music from our String department while exploring amazing talent by our art students. End you evening with some live music from our band.

What is a Graduation Coach: https://freedomhs.pwcs.edu/students/graduation_coach

For additional graduation support, please don't hesitate to reach out:

If you're a former Freedom High School student seeking to complete outstanding requirements for a high school diploma or GED, I welcome you!

Employment and Summer Job Fair - Prince William County Public Schools

Wednesday, March 26, 2025

5-7 p.m.

Osbourn Park High School

8909 Euclid Ave

Manassas, VA 20111

Open to All

High School and Adult Education Students

March 13th from 6-8 p.m. at Beville Middle School

Keep an eye out for upcoming announcements. Title I: https://freedomhs.pwcs.edu/our_school/title_i/index

Family Engagement Survey

We are excited to announce the implementation of the Family Engagement Survey for Freedom High School. This survey is aimed at gathering valuable insights from our families. It is currently being used by schools receiving Title 1 funding and is a crucial tool for understanding family needs and perceptions, enhancing student success, building partnerships, improving school climate, and guiding decision-making processes.

Purpose of the survey:

1. Understanding Family Needs and Perceptions: The survey helps schools, and the Division gathers valuable insights into the needs, obstacles, and challenges faced by families. This information is crucial for creating supportive and effective educational environments.

2. Enhancing Student Success: Research shows that when families are actively engaged in their children's education, students tend to perform better academically, develop stronger social skills, and are more likely to graduate.

3. Building Partnerships: The survey fosters stronger partnerships between families and schools by elevating the voices and experiences of parents and caregivers. This collaboration can lead to more tailored and effective educational strategies.

4. Improving School Climate: By collecting feedback on various aspects of the school environment, schools can make informed decisions to improve the overall climate and make it more welcoming for families.

5. Continuous Improvement Plan: The survey supports Commitment 3, Family and Community Engagement objectives 3.1 (engaging families as authentic partners in education to support academic progress) and 3.3 (ensuring honest, transparent, and two-way communication with families, schools, and the community to foster trusting relationships).

https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/7930474/DW-Fam-Eng-Event-Survey-2024-25

FHS FACES Representative: Ms. Guyisha Riley, Graduation Coach

Click on this link for the Attendance Policies: https://freedomhs.pwcs.edu/our_school/attendance

Excuse Same Day Or Absences Pre-Arranged In Advance

• Use ParentVue on the day of an absence or in advance of a planned absence.

Excuse Absences From Previous Days

• Email FDHS-attendance@pwcs.edu

Please reference the phase ABSENCE in the subject line of your email message.

• Parents must send written or electronic communication citing the reason(s) for the absence to the school no more than five school days following the date of the absence.

Excuse A Tardy

• Email FDHS-attendance@pwcs.edu

Please reference the phrase TARDY in the subject line of your email message.

To Arrange An Early Dismissal

• Email FDHS-attendance@pwcs.edu at least one (1) hour prior to the requested dismissal time. Be sure to include the full name of your student and the time of the dismissal.

Please reference the phrase EARLY DISMISSAL in the subject line of your email.

• Early dismissals are only permitted prior to 1:30 pm. After that time, you will have to wait for normal dismissal times/procedures. This helps ensure a safe and smooth dismissal for all.

*If you have any questions or concerns about attendance issues at Freedom High School, please contact the Attendance Office at fdhs-attendance@pwcs.edu.

Athletics Calendar: Freedom High School - Woodbridge Eagles Calendar - Freedom High School - Woodbridge Eagles - Woodbridge, VA (freedomeaglespwcs.com)

Purchase your tickets on line: https://my.hometownticketing.com/agency/2ea7dece-1cc7-4e86-94db-0bf1b5863bc4 Freedom High School Woodbridge, VA

Join a club or activity at Freedom High School!

https://freedomhs.pwcs.edu/our_school/athletics/index

Click on this link for helpful details for the Class of 2025: https://freedomhs.pwcs.edu/seniors1/seniors

Class of 2025 Commencement will be held on May 31, 2025 at Eagle Bank Arena.

Seniors planning to participate in the graduation ceremony will need to have a cap and gown to participate. https://www.jostens.com

Please visit our school web site for helpful information. This link will direct you to parent canvas and parent vue information:

https://freedomhs.pwcs.edu/students/parent_canvas_and_parentvue_information

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