November 7, 2023
Report an Absence
Please help us ensure all absences are “excused!”
Absences that are not reported are considered "unexcused" absences.
This may be done by emailing the school attendance office at jwmattnd@fcpsk12.net or by calling 540-667-7500.
*Any absences must be reported by a guardian. Please include your students' grade level.
Alternate Bus Requests
If your student would like to ride a bus with a friend, notes that include permission from both students' parents must be sent to the office. Notes can be handwritten or emailed to jwmattnd@fcpsk12.net.
NEW! Important Updates
Early Dismissal: We ask that you please notify the school of any early dismissals as soon as you are aware.
CHANGE to Early Dismissal: To help insure a smooth transition for our end of the day dismissal, students leaving early must be picked up by 2:25 p.m.
CHANGE to Food Deliveries: Please note that outside food/drinks for students will NO longer be accepted during the school day.
Important Dates
Wednesday, November 8, 2023, FBLA Meeting, 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Monday, November 13, 2023,
Drama Meeting, 3 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Math Counts, 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Tuesday, November 14, 2023, FCCLA Meeting, 3 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Athletic Schedules
Wrestling Practice.
Practice everyday, Monday through Friday 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.
6th, 7th, & 8th Grade, Boys and Girls are welcome to join the team! ALL athletes must be passing 5 out of 7 subjects for participation. 6th Graders can practice only, no competition matches allowed.
Students will need - Shorts and T-shirt or sweats and long sleeves. Wrestling shoes and knee pads are recommended.
*Students need to have an approved VHLS sports physical on file at the SBO, an athletic handbook turned into Coach Perry.
Volleyball Tryouts
November 9th, 10th & 11th
8th Grade: 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.
7th Grade: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
*Students need to have an approved VHLS sports physical on file at the SBO, an athletic handbook turned into Coach Hileman.
FCCLA Food Drive
FCCLA (Family, Community, and Career Leaders of America) is partnering with our local CCAP to collect nonperishable food items to support the upcoming holiday season food box distribution. This collection drive helps local families to provide holiday meals to their households. Please consider participating by sending in unexpired, non-perishable food items now through November 13th. Each grade level class that brings in the most items will be rewarded a class treat from two local businesses who have helped by contributing.
6th grade: Top class receives a "Dunkin Donut" for each student and their teacher.
7th grade: Top class receives a "Dunkin Donut" for each student and their teacher.
8th grade: Top class receives a "Crumbl Cookie" free cookie card for each student and their teacher.
There will also be collection bags placed in the main office if you would like to drop additional items off at the school. We appreciate your generosity in helping our student organization make our community a better place for everyone. Thank you!
Spooky Season
The 7th and 8th grade chorus students performing at the Spooktacular Chorus Concert.
*Please click the link below to view a clip of our Spooktacular Chorus Concert.
Infinite Campus Update
Parents/guardians should have received an email from fcps-sis@fcpsk12.net with an activation code and instructions for creating your Infinite Campus Parent Portal Account.
The Infinite Campus Parent Portal provides real-time access to student schedules, grades, assignments and more.
*If you have issues creating your account or have not received an email, please email ParentPortalSupport@fcpsk12.net.
Administration Contacts
8th Grade
Principal: Dr. Tara Woolever
School Counselor: Cassandra Vetter
7th Grade
Assistant Principal: Erik Bearer
School Counselor: Kimberly Wilbourne
6th Grade
Assistant Principal: Wendy Houser
School Counselor: Rhonda Headley