FCPS

Dates to Note:

Dec. 11:  Tiny Tots -  CHS Auditorium, 9:30am, 11:00am, 12:45pm

Dec. 11 and 12:  Holiday Spectacular - CHS Auditorium, 7pm

Dec.18-Jan. 1: Winter Break, School and Offices closed

Jan. 3:  Chantilly Pyramid Feeder Night at Home Girls and Boys Varsity Basketball games

Jan. 4:  CHS Curriculum Night, 6:00pm

Chargers Connect can be translated in other languages. Visit HERE to read more.

A note from Dr. Goodloe

Dear Charger Families,

It was a pleasure to celebrate Chantilly staff who have been recognized for excellence through the FCPS Honors process.  We thank our community, students and colleagues for their thoughtful nominations and feedback. Congratulations to our Outstanding Chantilly Employees.  Each of these staff members were recognized and will now move on to the pyramid level:

Outstanding Leader:  Jihoon Shin, Assistant Principal

Outstanding Teacher: Betty Simmons, Photography

Outstanding New Teacher: Kaye Wright, Health and PE

Outstanding Operational Employee:  Linda Jencks, Instructional Assistant

Outstanding Professional Employee: Katelyn Bishop, Athletic Trainer

It has been a wonderful week of connections and celebrations at Chantilly! Just one more week before the winter break. A few highlights: 

• Tiny Tots and Holiday Spectacular performances are coming up on December 11 and 12th. See below for performance times and ticket information. Our Chargers are so talented!  
• Next week is our Winter Spirit Week. We encourage all staff and students to participate and show their spirit.
• FCPS will administer the 2024 Virginia School Survey of Climate and Working Conditions on Friday, January 19, 2024. All students in grades 9 - 12 will be given the opportunity to participate, click here to opt out.

Please be sure to take a look at the Charger Headlines below for additional information, updates, and resources. I look forward to connecting with you at Chantilly very soon.

Amy Goodloe, Ed.D.

Principal, Chantilly HS

Lead the CHARGE

@DrGoodloe

703-222-8100

Share your observations, suggestions, questions and celebrations with me here. 

Charger Headlines:

Dulles Airport welcomes students from the CHS STEP program to participate in the Annual Tree Trimming. The students, with assistance from teachers and IAs, devoted significant time to create unique decorations. On Wednesday, they adorned two trees near "West Security to ALL Gates." If you're traveling this holiday season, make sure to pause by the CHS trees, take a selfie, and share it with us. We'll proudly showcase your photos outside the STEP classroom, acknowledging the students' dedicated efforts. Let's celebrate and make our STEP students proud!  Click here for pictures and a feature article.

Group reservations are on a first-come, first-serve basis. Online ticketing is general admission and E-tix is set up for general admission, under the same link as Holiday Spectacular.

Preparing for Winter 

Winter weather will be here before you know it! Watch this video to see how weather-related closing decisions are made.

FCPS’ website is generally the first place where we will post an emergency weather closing. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated. 

Be sure to plan for the winter season. Make sure your contact information is up-to-date in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and plan for childcare if appropriate.

2024 Gap Year

FCPS School Counseling Services and Go Overseas will co-host the annual FCPS Gap Year Fair on Tuesday, January 30, 6-8:30 p.m., at Marshall High School. This event is for high school students and their families who are interested in learning more about increasing opportunities for the year following high school graduation. Students should register at USA Gap Year Fairs. 

Curriculum Night for Parents- January 4, 2024

Chantilly will host an in-person curriculum night for parents on Thursday January 4, 2024. 

Parents of rising 9th graders(class of 2028) are invited to attend an introduction to high school session from 6:00-6:45 in the auditorium.  We will review graduation requirements and provide guidance on course selection for 9th graders.  A student panel will also present information about helping your student find success at Chantilly. 

All parents are invited to attend the curriculum fair in the cafeteria and lecture hall from 7 PM-8 PM.  Teachers and department chairs from each content area will be present to answer questions about core classes as well as Chantilly’s myriad of electives. 

We look forward to seeing you on January 4. 

NOVA Early Online College – Spring 2024 Semester (HS)

NOVA Early Online College (EOC) allows current high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to take up to 2 tuition free college courses.  EOC courses for the Spring semester begin on January 30, 2024, and end on April 22, 2024. Registration opened on October 23rd. Deadline to register is January 8, 2024 at 5pm. Courses are asynchronous, online, and for college credit only. 13 different courses are offered along with courses that fulfill the IT Technical Support Career Studies Certificate. EOC courses are selected because they meet the requirements for most of NOVA’s associate degrees as well as being highly transferable as general education requirements for most colleges and universities.

NOVA Site - Early Online College Information

FCPS Site - Early Online College Information

Flyer

VDOE Governor's World Language Academies (HS) 

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) invites mature 10th and 11th grade students to apply to attend summer residential Governor’s World Language Academies (GWLA) in French, German, Spanish, Japanese, and Latin. 

Students who are accepted into one of the programs will live in residence halls in one of the state colleges in Virginia for three weeks in the late June to mid-July timeframe. 

Visit the FCPS GWLA website for the timeline for applications.

To learn more about GWLA opportunities and the application process, visit the VDOE GWLA website. 

  No Cost Therapy for High Schoolers

High school students can access virtual mental health services at no cost through an FCPS program with Hazel Health. Hazel Health therapists are licensed and also trained in teen-specific challenges.

Students can be referred by a guardian or designated staff member and participate in weekly video therapy sessions. The therapists will work with students until they achieve their therapy goals, or they can help connect the family with long-term mental health services in the community if needed. 

Learn how to opt your students into this service. 

Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey

FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. The form is available online in SIS ParentVUE. The electronic form will continue to be available in SIS ParentVUE until January 2024. 

Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important, because information from this survey results in an additional $3 million in grants each year from the U.S. Department of Education. These funds are used to support all Fairfax County public schools and centers.

Please watch this video and visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page for more information.  

Need to Register for ParentVUE? 

Learn how to activate your SISParentVUE account, so you can easily submit your survey. 

Technical support for using ParentVUE or completing the survey online is available by submitting a Parent Support Request ticket. Select SISParent in the Application dropdown menu and enter Federal Impact Aid Survey under Issue Description. Or, call the Parent Technology Help Desk at 833-921-3277 (833-921-FCPS).

  Inclusive Open Gym

Sully Community Center welcomes the teens with disabilities and their parents and/or caregivers to join us for Open Gym every second Friday of the month! This will be a monthly drop-in session of basketball, pickleball, and badminton, from 7:00-8:30 every second Friday.

This program will begin in January!

All that's required is a free* Neighborhood and Community Services Membership. Need help creating one? We are glad to help!

For more information please contact Richard Strube: [email protected] 703-324-6201

Recognitions

Congratulations to Scott Loube for receiving the W!SE 2022-23 Gold Star Teacher Award by supporting students and helping students achieve a 93% passing rate on the W!SE Financial Literacy Certification Test. This is an amazing accomplishment and one shared by only seven other teachers within FCPS!

  FCPS Cares - Recognize Chantilly Employees!

 The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for families, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story, so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees at Chantilly HS School. We love our staff members; let's tell them how we feel!

Community Celebrations and Holidays

Chanukah - December 7-15

Chanukah, an 8-day Festival of Lights, is a Jewish holiday commemorating the rededication of the Holy Temple and the miracle of a small quantity of oil that lit the Temple’s menorah for 8 days. This year, Chanukah begins at sundown on Thursday, December 7. That day will be a half-O day, and major events cannot be scheduled that evening. Learn more about Chanukah in National Geographic Kids. See the complete school year calendar.

Bodhi Day - December 8

Bodhi Day, Friday, December 8, is the Buddhist holiday that commemorates the day that the historical Buddha, Siddhartha Gautama (Shakyamuni), experienced enlightenment, also known as bodhi in Sanskrit and Pali. The school calendar recognizes many religious and cultural observances (O days) during the school year, including Bodhi Day. There is school on these days, however, the School Board has directed that tests, quizzes, field trips, graduation, homecoming, or FCPS-scheduled athletic events will not be held on these observance days.Learn more about Bodhi Day in this video from the Miami Children’s Museum. See the complete school year calendar.

Winter Break (Student Holiday) -  December 18 - January 1

As a reminder, winter break will be held Monday, December 18, to Monday, January 1. To help make sure you and your children have a restful break, we have asked that no homework be assigned during this time. Teachers may assign long-range assignments in the weeks ahead of the break, allowing students to practice time management skills, but no assignments will be due immediately following the break. We look forward to welcoming students back in the new year.Classes resume on Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024. See the complete school year calendar.

Christmas (Falls during winter break) - December 25

Christmas🎄 A very Merry Christmas to those in our community who celebrate! Christmas is an annual holiday that commemorates the birth of Jesus, and is celebrated in many unique ways across the U.S. and the world. Learn more about Christmas. This year's Christmas artwork was created by Justice High School student Najenyi D. as part of the FCPS Observance Design Challenge for Students.

Chantilly on Social Media

Follow all of our Chantilly HS Social Media to keep up with the most updated Charger news, kudos, and recognitions. We post announcements regularly throughout the week including our bell schedule every Monday.   
Facebook: /ChantillyHighSchool
Instagram: @chantilly_hs
X (Twitter): @chantilly_hs

SY 2023-2024 - Dates to Note:

Monday, December 18th-Monday, January 1st - Winter Break

Monday, March 25th-Friday, March 29th - Spring Break

Friday, June 7 - Class of 2024 Graduation, 9:30 AM, no school grades 9-11

Wednesday, June 12th - Last Day of School

The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

Quick Links

• Chantilly High School 
• SIS ParentVue Account Access
• Request ParentVue Account
• CHS A/B Calendar
• Mental Health Resources
• Parent IT Support Portal  
• Parent Resource Center

4201 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151 | Main Office: 703-222-8100
Attendance | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Dates to Note:

Dec. 11:  Tiny Tots -  CHS Auditorium, 9:30am, 11:00am, 12:45pm

Dec. 11 and 12:  Holiday Spectacular - CHS Auditorium, 7pm

Dec.18-Jan. 1: Winter Break, School and Offices closed

Jan. 3:  Chantilly Pyramid Feeder Night at Home Girls and Boys Varsity Basketball games

Jan. 4:  CHS Curriculum Night, 6:00pm

Chargers Connect can be translated in other languages. Visit HERE to read more.

A note from Dr. Goodloe

Dear Charger Families,

Chantilly students continue to lead the CHARGE inside and outside of the classroom. It has been a busy week connecting with our Chargers inside and outside of the classroom. A few highlights:

• Our Chantilly Scholars met earlier this week to develop connections and share their insights about their experiences at Chantilly and to support one another as learners. It was fantastic to listen to their voices and ideas. Chantilly Scholars are students who have been identified through the FCPS Young Scholars program. The Chantilly Scholars organization aims to engage our students to set and achieve lofty goals during high school and beyond through strong connections and community.
• November was Family Engagement Month!  We love having our families visit and hear about the great things happening in the classrooms. It was a pleasure to highlight the learning and growth of our ESOL students as they shared presentations of learning from first quarter to their peers, teachers and families and were celebrated over lunch together. Thank you to the 29 Diner for providing lunch.
• Our Chantilly Gymnastics team highlighted the importance of Mental Health through their partnership with Morgan's Message at their home opener meet this week. Morgan’s Message® strives to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health within the student-athlete community and equalize the treatment of physical and mental health in athletics.
• Winter Athletics are in full swing and it was great to cheer on our Chargers at our home girls' basketball games this week. Winter sideline cheer has returned and brought great school spirit to the games. I hope to see you at a Chantilly event very soon.
• Tiny Tots and Holiday Spectacular performances are coming up on December 11 and 12th. See below of performance times and ticket information. Our Chargers are so talented!  

Please be sure to take a look at the Charger Headlines below for additional information, updates, and resources. I look forward to connecting with you at Chantilly very soon.

Amy Goodloe, Ed.D.

Principal, Chantilly HS

Lead the CHARGE

@DrGoodloe

703-222-8100

Share your observations, suggestions, questions and celebrations with me here. 

Charger Headlines: Preparing for Winter 

Winter weather will be here before you know it! Watch this video to see how weather-related closing decisions are made.

FCPS’ website is generally the first place where we will post an emergency weather closing. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated. 

Be sure to plan for the winter season. Make sure your contact information is up-to-date in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and plan for childcare if appropriate.

2024 Gap Year

FCPS School Counseling Services and Go Overseas will co-host the annual FCPS Gap Year Fair on Tuesday, January 30, 6-8:30 p.m., at Marshall High School. This event is for high school students and their families who are interested in learning more about increasing opportunities for the year following high school graduation. Students should register at USA Gap Year Fairs. 

Curriculum Night for Parents- January 4, 2024

Chantilly will host an in-person curriculum night for parents on Thursday January 4, 2024. 

Parents of rising 9th graders(class of 2028) are invited to attend an introduction to high school session from 6:00-6:45 in the auditorium.  We will review graduation requirements and provide guidance on course selection for 9th graders.  A student panel will also present information about helping your student find success at Chantilly. 

All parents are invited to attend the curriculum fair in the cafeteria and lecture hall from 7 PM-8 PM.  Teachers and department chairs from each content area will be present to answer questions about core classes as well as Chantilly’s myriad of electives. 

We look forward to seeing you on January 4. 

NOVA Early Online College – Spring 2024 Semester (HS)

NOVA Early Online College (EOC) allows current high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to take up to 2 tuition free college courses.  EOC courses for the Spring semester begin on January 30, 2024, and end on April 22, 2024. Registration opened on October 23rd. Deadline to register is January 8, 2024 at 5pm. Courses are asynchronous, online, and for college credit only. 13 different courses are offered along with courses that fulfill the IT Technical Support Career Studies Certificate. EOC courses are selected because they meet the requirements for most of NOVA’s associate degrees as well as being highly transferable as general education requirements for most colleges and universities.

NOVA Site - Early Online College Information

FCPS Site - Early Online College Information

Flyer

VDOE Governor's World Language Academies (HS) 

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) invites mature 10th and 11th grade students to apply to attend summer residential Governor’s World Language Academies (GWLA) in French, German, Spanish, Japanese, and Latin. 

Students who are accepted into one of the programs will live in residence halls in one of the state colleges in Virginia for three weeks in the late June to mid-July timeframe. 

Visit the FCPS GWLA website for the timeline for applications.

To learn more about GWLA opportunities and the application process, visit the VDOE GWLA website. 

No Cost Therapy for High Schoolers

High school students can access virtual mental health services at no cost through an FCPS program with Hazel Health. Hazel Health therapists are licensed and also trained in teen-specific challenges.

Students can be referred by a guardian or designated staff member and participate in weekly video therapy sessions. The therapists will work with students until they achieve their therapy goals, or they can help connect the family with long-term mental health services in the community if needed. 

Learn how to opt your students into this service. 

Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey

FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. The form is available online in SIS ParentVUE. The electronic form will continue to be available in SIS ParentVUE until January 2024. 

Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important, because information from this survey results in an additional $3 million in grants each year from the U.S. Department of Education. These funds are used to support all Fairfax County public schools and centers.

Please watch this video and visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page for more information.  

Need to Register for ParentVUE? 

Learn how to activate your SISParentVUE account, so you can easily submit your survey. 

Technical support for using ParentVUE or completing the survey online is available by submitting a Parent Support Request ticket. Select SISParent in the Application dropdown menu and enter Federal Impact Aid Survey under Issue Description. Or, call the Parent Technology Help Desk at 833-921-3277 (833-921-FCPS).

Chantilly Academy AFJROTC 2023 White House Ornament Fundraiser

The cadets of Chantilly AFJROTC are selling the official 2023 White House ornament as a fundraiser.  Contact a cadet or Lt Col Tim Lambert at [email protected] if you want to purchase one or more ornament. Sale dates are today through December 8th. The cost is $24.00 each. You can also get one free 2022, 2021, or 2020 ornament for each order of three or more 2023 ornaments while the supplies last.  Make checks payable to Chantilly Academy.

Thank you for your support!

Chantilly High School Toys for Tots drive, now through December 7th.

Help a child in need during this holiday season!  You can donate new, unwrapped toys in the following locations:

Main Office, Academy Office, Room 907 Cosmetology, Room 571 B AFJROTC. Thank you for your support!

Recognitions   FCPS Cares - Recognize Chantilly Employees!

 The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for families, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story, so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees at Chantilly HS School. We love our staff members; let's tell them how we feel!

Community Celebrations and Holidays

Chanukah - December 7-15

Chanukah, an 8-day Festival of Lights, is a Jewish holiday commemorating the rededication of the Holy Temple and the miracle of a small quantity of oil that lit the Temple’s menorah for 8 days. This year, Chanukah begins at sundown on Thursday, December 7. That day will be a half-O day, and major events cannot be scheduled that evening. Learn more about Chanukah in National Geographic Kids. See the complete school year calendar.

Bodhi Day - December 8

Bodhi Day, Friday, December 8, is the Buddhist holiday that commemorates the day that the historical Buddha, Siddhartha Gautama (Shakyamuni), experienced enlightenment, also known as bodhi in Sanskrit and Pali. The school calendar recognizes many religious and cultural observances (O days) during the school year, including Bodhi Day. There is school on these days, however, the School Board has directed that tests, quizzes, field trips, graduation, homecoming, or FCPS-scheduled athletic events will not be held on these observance days.Learn more about Bodhi Day in this video from the Miami Children’s Museum. See the complete school year calendar.

Winter Break (Student Holiday) -  December 18 - January 1

As a reminder, winter break will be held Monday, December 18, to Monday, January 1. To help make sure you and your children have a restful break, we have asked that no homework be assigned during this time. Teachers may assign long-range assignments in the weeks ahead of the break, allowing students to practice time management skills, but no assignments will be due immediately following the break. We look forward to welcoming students back in the new year.Classes resume on Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024. See the complete school year calendar.

Christmas (Falls during winter break) - December 25

Christmas🎄 A very Merry Christmas to those in our community who celebrate! Christmas is an annual holiday that commemorates the birth of Jesus, and is celebrated in many unique ways across the U.S. and the world. Learn more about Christmas. This year's Christmas artwork was created by Justice High School student Najenyi D. as part of the FCPS Observance Design Challenge for Students.

Chantilly on Social Media

Follow all of our Chantilly HS Social Media to keep up with the most updated Charger news, kudos, and recognitions. We post announcements regularly throughout the week including our bell schedule every Monday.   
Facebook: /ChantillyHighSchool
Instagram: @chantilly_hs
X (Twitter): @chantilly_hs

SY 2023-2024 - Dates to Note:

Monday, December 18th-Monday, January 1st - Winter Break

Monday, March 25th-Friday, March 29th - Spring Break

Friday, June 7 - Class of 2024 Graduation, 9:30 AM, no school grades 9-11

Wednesday, June 12th - Last Day of School

The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

Quick Links

• Chantilly High School 
• SIS ParentVue Account Access
• Request ParentVue Account
• CHS A/B Calendar
• Mental Health Resources
• Parent IT Support Portal  
• Parent Resource Center

4201 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151 | Main Office: 703-222-8100
Attendance | Web | Twitter | Facebook

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Thank you for Supporting Us Quick Links:

• Chantilly High School 
• SIS ParentVue Account Access
• Request ParentVue Account
• CHS A/B Calendar
• Mental Health Resources
• Parent IT Support Portal  
• Parent Resource Center

4201 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151 | Main Office: 703-222-8100
Attendance | Web | Twitter | Facebook

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  Table of Contents:

• Thank You & Join PTSA!
• GiveBacks - Shop & Give Program
• All-Night Grad Party
• Resources/Community Service
• CHS Spirit Blankets Selling Now!
• Important Dates to Note

Thank you for Supporting Us

A huge thanks to all who made donations and purchases this month to help us reach our $1,200 fundraising goal.

 We raised $1,700!

If you have not joined the PTSA yet, we would love to have you as a member!

Parent/Guardian: $25

Community Member and Faculty/Staff: $15

CHS Student: $10

Business Sponsorship: $200

http://www.chantillyhsptsa.org

   

(Becoming a member does not mean you are committed to volunteer!)

GiveBacks (formerly Memberhub) makes it easy for you to shop and dine, and effortlessly donate to the PTSA at the same time! Simply log into your GiveBacks account (or create one at http://www.givebacks.com), select Chantilly High School PTSA as your charity, and link your credit card to your GiveBacks account. Your information is secure and protected!

You can also donate while shopping online - just add the GiveBacks chrome extension and click on the GiveBacks icon when it pops up!

GiveBacks partners with many popular retailers/restaurants, such as Kohl's, Sephora, Joann, DoorDash, Firehouse Subs, Backyard Grill, Pei Wei, Brio, Best Buy, Chewy, WalMart, Hobby Lobby, and Peet's Coffee!

All-Night Grad Party ~ Work Has Begun!

 

The All-Night Grad Party (ANGP) is a Chantilly High School tradition hosted by the PTSA. The Class of 2024's ANGP is on June 7, 2024, and tickets are on sale now! To purchase yours, simply click here:

http://vapta-00014125.memberhub.com/store

ANGP sub-committees could use some volunteers - you do not have to be the parent of a graduating student! If you are interested in helping, contact us at [email protected]

Free Online Resources & Community Service Opportunities!

Educational Connections (EC), founded by former public school teacher, Ann Dolin, provides valuable resources to students from kindergarten to college and their parents/guardians. Some services EC provides are tutoring, test preparation, executive function coaching, parent coaching, and college consulting. Click the below link to see a list of upcoming free webinars as well as recordings from past webinars (next up, There is a College for Everyone: tips to finding the right fit, even when grades are average):

https://ectutoring.com/webinar-series

 

Also check out CollegeBoard's BigFuture webinars, such as College Planning for Parents of 8th, 9th, and 10th Graders, Paying for College, PSAT/NMSQT for Parents & Guardians, and Find Your Dream Job.

https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/communities-events/bigfuture-live?navId=gf-bff-bfl

 

 

Herralink is a volunteer organization that bridges the gap between generations, connecting high school students with residents in retirement homes.  High schoolers have a unique opportunity to enrich the lives of seniors, gain insights and wisdom and earn service hours, all through the act of building authentic relationships.  Below are two volunteer opportunities that are fast approaching! Click on a link to sign up as a volunteer!

 

Thanksgiving Celebration 🦃

Many of our residents are native to Virginia and have enjoyed all that Cox Farms has to offer. Unfortunately, Cox Farms isn't wheelchair friendly, but that won't stop us. Herralink is bringing Cox Farm to the retirement homes! Join us for a day full of farm animals, a corn maze, hayrides, and lots of apple cider donuts and treats.

Date: Wednesday November 22nd

Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Location: 46531 Leesburg Pike, Sterling, VA 20164

Join us in creating a world where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. Sign up for our event here

Rock Painting Day 🗿

Have you ever seen a painted rock in your neighborhood? Chances are you have... and now we're doing it with our residents! Help the residents of Potomac Falls paint rocks that can be placed all around the retirement home for their grandkids and families to enjoy.

Date: Monday November 27th

Time: 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Location: 46531 Leesburg Pike, Sterling, VA 20164

Join us in creating a world where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. Sign up for our event here 

Shop for the holidays!

The PTSA's cozy fleece spirit blankets (50X60) are going fast! To get yours, visit our store on GiveBacks:  http://vapta-00014125.memberhub.com/store

These blankets are a perfect gift for your CHS and soon-to-be CHS students, alumni, relatives, and friends!

 

Blankets will be arriving during the first week in December and will be delivered directly to you! There is a limited supply so submit your pre-orders now!

Upcoming Dates

Seasonal Affective Disorder Awareness Month

HIV/AIDS Awareness Month

Universal Human Rights Month

Learn a Foreign Language Month

November 22 - 24: Thanksgiving Break

November 28: Giving Tuesday

December 1: World Aids Day & Dressember

December 3: International Day of Persons w/ Disabilities

December 4: Wildlife Conservation Day

December 10: International Human Rights Day

December 18-31: Winter Break

Quick Links:

• Chantilly High School 
• SIS ParentVue Account Access
• Request ParentVue Account
• CHS A/B Calendar
• Mental Health Resources
• Parent IT Support Portal  
• Parent Resource Center

4201 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151 | Main Office: 703-222-8100
Attendance | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Dates to Note:

Nov. 22-24:  Thanksgiving Break, Holiday - School and offices closed

Nov. 27-Dec. 1: AVID College Spirit Week

Dec. 11:  Tiny Tots 9:30am, 11:00am, 12:45pm

Dec. 11 and 12:  Holiday Spectacular, 7pm

Dec.18-Jan. 1: Winter Break, School and offices closed

Jan. 3:  Chantilly Pyramid Feeder Night at Home Girls and Boys Varsity Basketball games

Jan. 4:  CHS Curriculum Night, 6:00pm

Chargers Connect can be translated in other languages. Visit HERE to read more.

A note from Dr. Goodloe

Dear Charger Families,

On behalf of the entire Chantilly faculty and staff, I wish you a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday weekend. We look forward to seeing all of our Chargers back at school on Monday, November 27, 2023 for a B day.

Please be sure to take a look at the Charger Headlines below for additional information, updates, and resources. I look forward to connecting with you at Chantilly very soon.

Amy Goodloe, Ed.D.

Principal, Chantilly HS

Lead the CHARGE

@DrGoodloe

703-222-8100

Share your observations, suggestions, questions and celebrations with me here. 

Charger Headlines: Curriculum Night for Parents- January 4, 2024

Chantilly will host an in-person curriculum night for parents on Thursday January 4, 2024. 

Parents of rising 9th graders(class of 2028) are invited to attend an introduction to high school session from 6:00-6:45 in the auditorium.  We will review graduation requirements and provide guidance on course selection for 9th graders.  A student panel will also present information about helping your student find success at Chantilly. 

All parents are invited to attend the curriculum fair in the cafeteria and lecture hall from 7 PM-8 PM.  Teachers and department chairs from each content area will be present to answer questions about core classes as well as Chantilly’s myriad of electives. 

We look forward to seeing you on January 4. 

NOVA Early Online College – Spring 2024 Semester (HS)

NOVA Early Online College (EOC) allows current high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to take up to 2 tuition free college courses.  EOC courses for the Spring semester begin on January 30, 2024, and end on April 22, 2024. Registration opened on October 23rd. Deadline to register is January 8, 2024 at 5pm. Courses are asynchronous, online, and for college credit only. 13 different courses are offered along with courses that fulfill the IT Technical Support Career Studies Certificate. EOC courses are selected because they meet the requirements for most of NOVA’s associate degrees as well as being highly transferable as general education requirements for most colleges and universities.

NOVA Site - Early Online College Information

FCPS Site - Early Online College Information

Flyer

Updates from Student Services

College Admissions

Over the past three years, we have seen a marked increase in the number of students who elect to apply early decision or early action to colleges and universities.  Early decision and early action admission requires students to apply in October or November(generally by November 1) and students learn of their acceptance status in December or January.  To support our students applying early decision and early action, in advance of the November 1 deadline, we submitted 3701 transcripts.  Our nine CHS School Counselors wrote 350 letters of recommendation; each written to provide admissions staff with an in-depth summary of a student’s strengths, interests, and circumstances.   Many seniors are still working on their applications and we will continue to support them on their post-secondary journey.  We are proud of our strong college-going culture at CHS and of our hard-working students and school counselors!

Wellness/Student Supports On Wednesday, the student services team with assistance from 9th grade teachers, completed the Signs of Suicide(SOS) lesson and screening with all eligible 9th grade students(approximately 715 in total).  SOS is

• is an evidence-based suicide prevention program.
• is developed for middle and high schools.
• includes education and screening.
• is required for all students in grades 7, 9, and 11.
• teaches students
• how to identify the signs of depression and suicide in themselves and others.
• ways to access support.
• includes resources for training faculty, staff, and parents on:
• how to recognize when a student is in crisis.
• how to respond using the Acknowledge, Care, Tell (ACT) protocol.

Acknowledge, Care, Tell (ACT)

The lesson uses the Acknowledge, Care, Tell (ACT) framework. This framework empowers students to support others and seek help themselves.

• The first step is to acknowledge signs of suicide or depression in themselves or friends.
• Next they will show that they care by having a conversation, and lastly they will tell a trusted adult.

Following the lesson, school teams administer the Brief Screen for Adolescent Depression (BSAD). The BSAD is a screening tool to help students identify symptoms consistent with depression and or suicide risk. The school counselor, school psychologist, and school social worker provide individual follow-up based on the BSAD screen results and individual referral. The mental health screening is for educational purposes and does not provide a diagnosis.

The Signs of Suicide program also includes resources for training faculty, staff, and parents on how to recognize when a student is in crisis and how to respond using the ACT protocol.

Visit www.mindwise.org/parents for:

• information on warning signs for youth suicide,
• useful resources
• key messages students will learn. 

Substance Abuse Prevention 

Click here for information from Stacey King, Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist, FCPS. 

Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey

FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. The form is available online in SIS ParentVUE. The electronic form will continue to be available in SIS ParentVUE until January 2024. 

Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important, because information from this survey results in an additional $3 million in grants each year from the U.S. Department of Education. These funds are used to support all Fairfax County public schools and centers.

Please watch this video and visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page for more information.  

Need to Register for ParentVUE? 

Learn how to activate your SISParentVUE account, so you can easily submit your survey. 

Technical support for using ParentVUE or completing the survey online is available by submitting a Parent Support Request ticket. Select SISParent in the Application dropdown menu and enter Federal Impact Aid Survey under Issue Description. Or, call the Parent Technology Help Desk at 833-921-3277 (833-921-FCPS).

No Cost Therapy for High Schoolers

High school students can access virtual mental health services at no cost through an FCPS program with Hazel Health. Hazel Health therapists are licensed and also trained in teen-specific challenges.

Students can be referred by a guardian or designated staff member and participate in weekly video therapy sessions. The therapists will work with students until they achieve their therapy goals, or they can help connect the family with long-term mental health services in the community if needed. 

Learn how to opt your students into this service. 

SAT School Score Reports Available to Students 

Students who participated in the School Day SAT will have access to SAT score reports on Wednesday, November 1. Students who participated in the SAT on October 26 will have access to scores on November 16. Students can access scores via their College Board accounts. A video tutorial for accessing and understanding SAT scores is available on the College Board website. https://youtu.be/vrcNC95ymFc

VDOE Governor's World Language Academies (HS) 

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) invites mature 10th and 11th grade students to apply to attend summer residential Governor’s World Language Academies (GWLA) in French, German, Spanish, Japanese, and Latin. 

Students who are accepted into one of the programs will live in residence halls in one of the state colleges in Virginia for three weeks in the late June to mid-July timeframe. 

Visit the FCPS GWLA website for the timeline for applications.

To learn more about GWLA opportunities and the application process, visit the VDOE GWLA website. 

Chantilly Academy AFJROTC 2023 White House Ornament Fundraiser

The cadets of Chantilly AFJROTC are selling the official 2023 White House ornament as a fundraiser.  Contact a cadet or Lt Col Tim Lambert at [email protected] if you want to purchase one or more ornament. Sale dates are today through December 8th. The cost is $24.00 each. You can also get one free 2022, 2021, or 2020 ornament for each order of three or more 2023 ornaments while the supplies last.  Make checks payable to Chantilly Academy.

Thank you for your support!

Chantilly High School Toys for Tots drive, now through December 7th.

Help a child in need during this holiday season!  You can donate new, unwrapped toys in the following locations:

Main Office, Academy Office, Room 907 Cosmetology, Room 571 B AFJROTC. Thank you for your support!

Recognitions   FCPS Cares - Recognize Chantilly Employees!

 The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for families, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story, so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees at Chantilly HS School. We love our staff members; let's tell them how we feel!

Community Celebrations and Holidays Native American Heritage Month

Native American Heritage Month is a time to celebrate rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories and to acknowledge the important contributions of Native Americans. It is also a time to raise a general awareness about the unique challenges they have faced both historically and in the present, and the ways in which tribal citizens have worked to conquer these challenges.Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. 

Thanksgiving - November 22-24

Schools and offices will be closed November 22-24. Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving! Classes will resume on Monday, November 27. Learn more about the first Thanksgiving. See the complete school year calendar.

Chantilly on Social Media

Follow all of our Chantilly HS Social Media to keep up with the most updated Charger news, kudos, and recognitions. We post announcements regularly throughout the week including our bell schedule every Monday.   
Facebook: /ChantillyHighSchool
Instagram: @chantilly_hs
X (Twitter): @chantilly_hs

SY 2023-2024 - Dates to Note:

Wednesday, November 22nd-Friday, November 24th - Thanksgiving Break

Monday, December 18th-Monday, January 1st - Winter Break

Monday, March 25th-Friday, March 29th - Spring Break

Friday, June 7 - Class of 2024 Graduation, 9:30 AM, no school grades 9-11

Wednesday, June 12th - Last Day of School

The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

Quick Links

• Chantilly High School 
• SIS ParentVue Account Access
• Request ParentVue Account
• CHS A/B Calendar
• Mental Health Resources
• Parent IT Support Portal  
• Parent Resource Center

4201 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151 | Main Office: 703-222-8100
Attendance | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Dates to Note:

Nov. 20:  No Late Buses

Nov. 22-24:  Thanksgiving Break, Holiday

Nov. 27-Dec. 1: AVID College Spirit Week

Dec. 11:  Tiny Tots 9:30am, 11:00am, 12:45pm

Dec. 11 and 12:  Holiday Spectacular 7pm

Dec.18-Jan. 1: Winter Break

Jan. 3:  Chantilly Pyramid Feeder Night at Home Girls and Boys Varsity Basketball games

Jan. 4:  CHS Curriculum Night, 6:00pm

Chargers Connect can be translated in other languages. Visit HERE to read more.

A note from Dr. Goodloe

Dear Charger Families,

As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, I am reminded that there are so many connections within the Chantilly community that I am grateful for and extend thanks on behalf of our staff and students to all of our families for your ongoing partnership and support. I encourage you and our students to share gratitude with our staff through a card, email, or nomination for an FCPS Outstanding employee award nomination (see below). I wish each of you all the joys of an extended holiday weekend and hope that you are able to spend time with the people you love doing the things you love!  Happy Thanksgiving.

It is my pleasure to share some of the amazing connections in our Charger community from this past week:

• Over 70 of our Chargers were celebrated for their hard work, perseverance, academic, attendance, and behavior improvements, as well as their character, at our Quarter 1 On a Roll ceremony on Monday. Keep up the great work Chargers! You can see the list of recipients here. 
• It was a pleasure to travel to the VA Music Educators Association conference in Richmond this week to support our music program. Students from Chantilly Jazz, Choir, and Orchestra were selected to perform and be recognized in state level ensembles. Thank you to Evan Ayars, Aaron Mynes, Douglas Maloney, and Christopher Riechers for their leadership and to all of our families for supporting their students' passion for music.
• We LOVE welcoming our future Chargers to Chantilly! This week, Chantilly Academy connected with Young Scholars from Rachel Carson MS, Franklin MS, and Rocky Run MS as they visited and learned about the opportunities ahead of them at CHS.  Thank you to Scott Settar and the Academy staff for showcasing the learning paths available to all students.
• Our Athletic and Drama Boosters as well as PTSA had productive meetings this week and continue be a great support to our families and student programs. We are so grateful for their partnership. As we kick of our winter programs and seasons, it is a great time to get connected and involved by joining one or more of our organizations. Visit here to learn how to join!

Please be sure to take a look at the Charger Headlines below for additional information, updates, and resources. I look forward to connecting with you at Chantilly very soon.

Amy Goodloe, Ed.D.

Principal, Chantilly HS

Lead the CHARGE

@DrGoodloe

703-222-8100

Share your observations, suggestions, questions and celebrations with me here. 

@DrGoodloe

703-222-8100

Charger Headlines: Employee Award Nominations for Chantilly High School

The FCPS employee award season is here! Any Chantilly employee, student, or community member can nominate a Chantilly employee. Nominate a Chantilly employee for:

• Outstanding Teacher
• Outstanding New Teacher (First Three Years of Teaching)
• Outstanding Principal
• Outstanding Leader
• Outstanding Professional Employee
• Outstanding Operational Employee 

The first round of nominations is now open through November 17! 

Use this link to nominate: Employee Award Nominations for Chantilly High School

Curriculum Night for Parents- January 4, 2024

Chantilly will host an in-person curriculum night for parents on Thursday January 4, 2024. 

Parents of rising 9th graders(class of 2028) are invited to attend an introduction to high school session from 6:00-6:45 in the auditorium.  We will review graduation requirements and provide guidance on course selection for 9th graders.  A student panel will also present information about helping your student find success at Chantilly. 

All parents are invited to attend the curriculum fair in the cafeteria and lecture hall from 7 PM-8 PM.  Teachers and department chairs from each content area will be present to answer questions about core classes as well as Chantilly’s myriad of electives. 

We look forward to seeing you on January 4. 

NOVA Early Online College – Spring 2024 Semester (HS)

NOVA Early Online College (EOC) allows current high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to take up to 2 tuition free college courses.  EOC courses for the Spring semester begin on January 30, 2024, and end on April 22, 2024. Registration opened on October 23rd. Deadline to register is January 8, 2024 at 5pm. Courses are asynchronous, online, and for college credit only. 13 different courses are offered along with courses that fulfill the IT Technical Support Career Studies Certificate. EOC courses are selected because they meet the requirements for most of NOVA’s associate degrees as well as being highly transferable as general education requirements for most colleges and universities.

NOVA Site - Early Online College Information

FCPS Site - Early Online College Information

Flyer

Updates from Student Services

College Admissions

Over the past three years, we have seen a marked increase in the number of students who elect to apply early decision or early action to colleges and universities.  Early decision and early action admission requires students to apply in October or November(generally by November 1) and students learn of their acceptance status in December or January.  To support our students applying early decision and early action, in advance of the November 1 deadline, we submitted 3701 transcripts.  Our nine CHS School Counselors wrote 350 letters of recommendation; each written to provide admissions staff with an in-depth summary of a student’s strengths, interests, and circumstances.   Many seniors are still working on their applications and we will continue to support them on their post-secondary journey.  We are proud of our strong college-going culture at CHS and of our hard-working students and school counselors!

Wellness/Student Supports On Wednesday, the student services team with assistance from 9th grade teachers, completed the Signs of Suicide(SOS) lesson and screening with all eligible 9th grade students(approximately 715 in total).  SOS is

• is an evidence-based suicide prevention program.
• is developed for middle and high schools.
• includes education and screening.
• is required for all students in grades 7, 9, and 11.
• teaches students
• how to identify the signs of depression and suicide in themselves and others.
• ways to access support.
• includes resources for training faculty, staff, and parents on:
• how to recognize when a student is in crisis.
• how to respond using the Acknowledge, Care, Tell (ACT) protocol.

Acknowledge, Care, Tell (ACT)

The lesson uses the Acknowledge, Care, Tell (ACT) framework. This framework empowers students to support others and seek help themselves.

• The first step is to acknowledge signs of suicide or depression in themselves or friends.
• Next they will show that they care by having a conversation, and lastly they will tell a trusted adult.

Following the lesson, school teams administer the Brief Screen for Adolescent Depression (BSAD). The BSAD is a screening tool to help students identify symptoms consistent with depression and or suicide risk. The school counselor, school psychologist, and school social worker provide individual follow-up based on the BSAD screen results and individual referral. The mental health screening is for educational purposes and does not provide a diagnosis.

The Signs of Suicide program also includes resources for training faculty, staff, and parents on how to recognize when a student is in crisis and how to respond using the ACT protocol.

Visit www.mindwise.org/parents for:

• information on warning signs for youth suicide,
• useful resources
• key messages students will learn. 

Substance Abuse Prevention 

Click here for information from Stacey King, Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist, FCPS. 

Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey

FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. The form is available online in SIS ParentVUE. If you have not already filled out the form online, we will provide paper forms  Wednesday, November 8. Please be sure to return paper forms by Friday, November 17. The electronic form will continue to be available in SIS ParentVUE until January 2024. 

Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important, because information from this survey results in an additional $3 million in grants each year from the U.S. Department of Education. These funds are used to support all Fairfax County public schools and centers.

Please watch this video and visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page for more information.  

Need to Register for ParentVUE? 

Learn how to activate your SISParentVUE account, so you can easily submit your survey. 

Technical support for using ParentVUE or completing the survey online is available by submitting a Parent Support Request ticket. Select SISParent in the Application dropdown menu and enter Federal Impact Aid Survey under Issue Description. Or, call the Parent Technology Help Desk at 833-921-3277 (833-921-FCPS).

SAT School Score Reports Available to Students 

Students who participated in the School Day SAT will have access to SAT score reports on Wednesday, November 1. Students who participated in the SAT on October 26 will have access to scores on November 16. Students can access scores via their College Board accounts. A video tutorial for accessing and understanding SAT scores is available on the College Board website. https://youtu.be/vrcNC95ymFc

VDOE Governor's World Language Academies (HS) 

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) invites mature 10th and 11th grade students to apply to attend summer residential Governor’s World Language Academies (GWLA) in French, German, Spanish, Japanese, and Latin. 

Students who are accepted into one of the programs will live in residence halls in one of the state colleges in Virginia for three weeks in the late June to mid-July timeframe. 

Visit the FCPS GWLA website for the timeline for applications.

To learn more about GWLA opportunities and the application process, visit the VDOE GWLA website. 

No Cost Therapy for High Schoolers

High school students can access virtual mental health services at no cost through an FCPS program with Hazel Health. Hazel Health therapists are licensed and also trained in teen-specific challenges.

Students can be referred by a guardian or designated staff member and participate in weekly video therapy sessions. The therapists will work with students until they achieve their therapy goals, or they can help connect the family with long-term mental health services in the community if needed. 

Learn how to opt your students into this service. 

Chantilly Academy AFJROTC 2023 White House Ornament Fundraiser

The cadets of Chantilly AFJROTC are selling the official 2023 White House ornament as a fundraiser.  Contact a cadet or Lt Col Tim Lambert at [email protected] if you want to purchase one or more ornament. Sale dates are today through December 8th. The cost is $24.00 each. You can also get one free 2022, 2021, or 2020 ornament for each order of three or more 2023 ornaments while the supplies last.  Make checks payable to Chantilly Academy.

Thank you for your support!

Chantilly High School Toys for Tots drive, now through December 7th.

Help a child in need during this holiday season!  You can donate new, unwrapped toys in the following locations:

Main Office, Academy Office, Room 907 Cosmetology, Room 571 B AFJROTC. Thank you for your support!

Recognitions

Boys Cross Country competed in the State Meet on Saturday at The Oatlands.  The Boys finished 3rd in the State!  Click here for results.

Congratulations to Frances Coffey who has been recognized by the Arizona Council for the Social Studies for her lesson on Indigenous Sacred Places.

Three CHS staff members were recognized as FCPS employees Who Care.  Thank you to Elisabeth Frostick, Sandy Nolff, and Waleed Mufti – Chantilly HS for always demonstrating care and compassion when students are in need.

  FCPS Cares - Recognize Chantilly Employees!

 The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for families, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story, so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees at Chantilly HS School. We love our staff members; let's tell them how we feel!

Community Celebrations and Holidays Native American Heritage Month

Native American Heritage Month is a time to celebrate rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories and to acknowledge the important contributions of Native Americans. It is also a time to raise a general awareness about the unique challenges they have faced both historically and in the present, and the ways in which tribal citizens have worked to conquer these challenges.Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. 

Thanksgiving - November 22-24

Schools and offices will be closed November 22-24. Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving! Classes will resume on Monday, November 27. Learn more about the first Thanksgiving. See the complete school year calendar.

Chantilly on Social Media

Follow all of our Chantilly HS Social Media to keep up with the most updated Charger news, kudos, and recognitions. We post announcements regularly throughout the week including our bell schedule every Monday.   
Facebook: /ChantillyHighSchool
Instagram: @chantilly_hs
X (Twitter): @chantilly_hs

SY 2023-2024 - Dates to Note:

Wednesday, November 22nd-Friday, November 24th - Thanksgiving Break

Monday, December 18th-Monday, January 1st - Winter Break

Monday, March 25th-Friday, March 29th - Spring Break

Friday, June 7 - Class of 2024 Graduation, 9:30 AM, no school grades 9-11

Wednesday, June 12th - Last Day of School

The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

Quick Links

• Chantilly High School 
• SIS ParentVue Account Access
• Request ParentVue Account
• CHS A/B Calendar
• Mental Health Resources
• Parent IT Support Portal  
• Parent Resource Center

4201 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151 | Main Office: 703-222-8100
Attendance | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Dates to Note:

Nov. 10: Veteran's Day 

Nov. 22-24:  Thanksgiving Break, Holiday

Nov. 27-Dec. 1: AVID College Spirit Week

Dec.18-Jan. 1: Winter Break

Charger Connect can be translated in other languages. Visit HERE to read more.

A note from Dr. Goodloe

Dear Charger Families,

We hope you enjoyed the extra time provided by Daylight Savings Time and the student holidays. Our staff was hard at work preparing to welcome students into their classrooms to begin the second grading quarter.  We are off to a great start with our Chargers Leading the Charge inside and outside of the classroom. It has been a wonderful (short) week of connections with staff and students including:

• Lunch and Learn session led by Karen Malloy engaged a large group of students on strategies to process, synthesize, and then apply content knowledge and learning. Our students were energized by the session and are ready to apply their learning in their classes.
• Concert, Symphonic and Symphonic Winds bands delivered an outstanding fall concert under the direction of Doug Maloney and Chris Riechers. I look forward to attending the VMEA conference in Richmond on November 16, where Chantilly Band will be featured.
• Wishing the best of luck to our Boys Cross Country team who will compete at the VA State meet Saturday at the Oatlands in Leesburg. Go Chargers.
• Congratulations to all of our winter athletes who began their seasons this week.  We look forward to following your successes throughout the season.

Veteran's Day

We are grateful for the service of the veterans and active duty military in our Chantilly community. Today our students led a celebratory parade and program to thank staff, community members, and their families for their service and sacrifices. Special thanks to our JROTC students, Chamber Choir, Music Honor Society ensembles, and Showstoppers for outstanding performances to honor our veterans, as well as our keynote speaker Col. David Clonts (Ret) and student speaker Tyler Zarybnisky. Special thanks to our student leaders, Eva Jabar and Aly Zrenda, for initiating and coordinating this special event.

Safety and Parking Reminders

Please remember to follow all safety directions of our security personnel and crossing guard to ensure the safety of all of our students and drivers in our community:

• Use designated areas for student drop off and pick up. Do not drop off in the West Lot (Chantilly Baseball Park) or on Stringfellow Road
• Remind students to cross only at the designated cross walks
• All parking spots are numbered and assigned. Please only park in your assigned space or a labeled Visitor spot.
• Arrive early to avoid traffic delays - before 7:50 is ideal! Students will be marked unexcused tardy if they are late to school due to traffic or parking issues. 

Please be sure to take a look at the Charger Headlines below for additional information, updates, and resources. I look forward to connecting with you at Chantilly very soon.

Amy Goodloe, Ed.D.

Principal, Chantilly HS

Lead the CHARGE

@DrGoodloe

703-222-8100

Share your observations, suggestions, questions and celebrations with me here. 

@DrGoodloe

703-222-8100

Charger Headlines: Employee Award Nominations for Chantilly High School

The FCPS employee award season is here! Any Chantilly employee, student, or community member can nominate a Chantilly employee. Nominate a Chantilly employee for:

• Outstanding Teacher
• Outstanding New Teacher (First Three Years of Teaching)
• Outstanding Principal
• Outstanding Leader
• Outstanding Professional Employee
• Outstanding Operational Employee 

The first round of nominations is now open through November 17! 

Use this link to nominate: Employee Award Nominations for Chantilly High School

Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey

FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. The form is available online in SIS ParentVUE. If you have not already filled out the form online, we will provide paper forms  Wednesday, November 8. Please be sure to return paper forms by Friday, November 17. The electronic form will continue to be available in SIS ParentVUE until January 2024. 

Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important, because information from this survey results in an additional $3 million in grants each year from the U.S. Department of Education. These funds are used to support all Fairfax County public schools and centers.

Please watch this video and visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page for more information.  

Need to Register for ParentVUE? 

Learn how to activate your SISParentVUE account, so you can easily submit your survey. 

Technical support for using ParentVUE or completing the survey online is available by submitting a Parent Support Request ticket. Select SISParent in the Application dropdown menu and enter Federal Impact Aid Survey under Issue Description. Or, call the Parent Technology Help Desk at 833-921-3277 (833-921-FCPS).

SAT School Score Reports Available to Students 

Students who participated in the School Day SAT will have access to SAT score reports on Wednesday, November 1. Students who participated in the SAT on October 26 will have access to scores on November 16. Students can access scores via their College Board accounts. A video tutorial for accessing and understanding SAT scores is available on the College Board website. https://youtu.be/vrcNC95ymFc

VDOE Governor's World Language Academies (HS) 

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) invites mature 10th and 11th grade students to apply to attend summer residential Governor’s World Language Academies (GWLA) in French, German, Spanish, Japanese, and Latin. 

Students who are accepted into one of the programs will live in residence halls in one of the state colleges in Virginia for three weeks in the late June to mid-July timeframe. 

Visit the FCPS GWLA website for the timeline for applications.

To learn more about GWLA opportunities and the application process, visit the VDOE GWLA website. 

No Cost Therapy for High Schoolers

High school students can access virtual mental health services at no cost through an FCPS program with Hazel Health. Hazel Health therapists are licensed and also trained in teen-specific challenges.

Students can be referred by a guardian or designated staff member and participate in weekly video therapy sessions. The therapists will work with students until they achieve their therapy goals, or they can help connect the family with long-term mental health services in the community if needed. 

Learn how to opt your students into this service. 

Chantilly Academy AFJROTC 2023 White House Ornament Fundraiser

The cadets of Chantilly AFJROTC are selling the official 2023 White House ornament as a fundraiser.  Contact a cadet or Lt Col Tim Lambert at [email protected] if you want to purchase one or more ornament. Sale dates are today through December 8th. The cost is $24.00 each. You can also get one free 2022, 2021, or 2020 ornament for each order of three or more 2023 ornaments while the supplies last.  Make checks payable to Chantilly Academy.

Thank you for your support!

Chantilly High School Toys for Tots drive, now through December 7th.

Help a child in need during this holiday season!  You can donate New, Unwrapped toys in the following locations:

Main Office, Academy Office, Room 907 Cosmetology, Room 571 B AFJROTC. Thank you for your support!

Recognitions

Kudos to Emmi Ellison, who recently spoke at the SETDA (State Educational Technology Directors Association) Leadership Summit. This year, SETDA’s Ed Forum is focused on accessible technology.  Emmi is an AT Ambassador for FCPS. 

Congratulations Elaine Gonzalez for being recognized as an employee who shows that FCPS Cares. This information is posted on the November 2023 FCPS CARES webpage, accessible at https://www.fcps.edu/news/fcps-cares-november-2023  . Thank you for your excellent service to FCPS and best wishes for continued success

Community Celebrations and Holidays Native American Heritage Month

Native American Heritage Month is a time to celebrate rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories and to acknowledge the important contributions of Native Americans. It is also a time to raise a general awareness about the unique challenges they have faced both historically and in the present, and the ways in which tribal citizens have worked to conquer these challenges.Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. 

Veterans Day - November 11

Veterans Day provides a great reason to pause, reflect, and recognize the extraordinary sacrifices our Veterans and their families have made on our behalf, and we thank them for their service. Learn more about the history of Veterans Day at va.gov. 

Diwali - November 12

Happy Diwali to all those who celebrate this day and the victory of light over darkness.

Thanksgiving - November 22-24

Schools and offices will be closed November 22-24. Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving! Classes will resume on Monday, November 27. Learn more about the first Thanksgiving. See the complete school year calendar.

Chantilly on Social Media

Follow all of our Chantilly HS Social Media to keep up with the most updated Charger news, kudos, and recognitions. We post announcements regularly throughout the week including our bell schedule every Monday.   
Facebook: /ChantillyHighSchool
Instagram: @chantilly_hs
X (Twitter): @chantilly_hs

SY 2023-2024 - Dates to Note:

Wednesday, November 22nd-Friday, November 24th - Thanksgiving Break

Monday, December 18th-Monday, January 1st - Winter Break

Monday, March 25th-Friday, March 29th - Spring Break

Friday, June 7 - Class of 2024 Graduation, 9:30 AM, no school grades 9-11

Wednesday, June 12th - Last Day of School

The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

  FCPS Cares - Recognize Chantilly Employees!

 The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for families, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story, so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees at Chantilly HS School. We love our staff members; let's tell them how we feel!

Quick Links

• Chantilly High School 
• SIS ParentVue Account Access
• Request ParentVue Account
• CHS A/B Calendar
• Mental Health Resources
• Parent IT Support Portal  
• Parent Resource Center

4201 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151 | Main Office: 703-222-8100
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• Shop and Give - GiveBacks
• Chipotle Dining Day Fundraiser
• All-Night Grad Party
• Shop for the Holidays - Holiday Gifts
• Upcoming Dates

Support CHS Students and Teachers!

Donate today! We have a $1,200 fundraising goal to fully fund the PTSA budget. The PTSA supports CHS by financing functions for students, staff, and the community (e.g., Virginia 529 speakers, All-Night Grad Party, staff appreciation) and promoting health and wellness, inclusion, and volunteerism.

The PTSA offers student scholarships, teacher grants, funds for after-school clubs and organizations, and so much more!

We rely entirely on membership dues and donations to fund our budget, and as a 501(c)3, your donation is tax-deductible. For details on how the funds are spent, go to www.chantillyhsptsa.org to view our budget.

PTSA Membership:

Parent/Guardian: $25

Community Member: $15

Faculty/Staff: $15

CHS Student: $10

Friends of Chantilly/Family: $101

Business Sponsorship: $200

Becoming a member does not mean you are committed to volunteer; it helps to keep you engaged and informed of what is happening in our school community and provides you opportunities to get involved if you are interested. Of course, it also helps the staff and students at CHS!

GiveBacks (formerly Memberhub) has made it easy for you to shop and dine and effortlessly donate to the PTSA, just like Amazon Smile once did! 

Simply log into your account (or create one at http://www.givebacks.com), select Chantilly High School PTSA, and link your credit card to your GiveBacks account. Your information is secure and protected!

You can also donate while shopping online - just add the GiveBacks chrome extension and click on the GiveBacks icon when it pops up!

GiveBacks has partnered with many popular retailers and restaurants, such as Kohl's, Sephora, Joann, DoorDash, Firehouse Subs, Backyard Grill, Pei Wei, Brio, Best Buy, Chewy, WalMart, Hobby Lobby, and Peet's Coffee!

TONIGHT, 11/07/23!! CHIPOTLE DINING DAY FUNDRAISER! All-Night Grad Party ~ Work Has Begun!

 

The All-Night Grad Party is a Chantilly tradition that was started in 1987 to ensure seniors had a safe place to celebrate their graduation. The Chantilly PTSA has remained committed to hosting a safe, supervised, memory-filled event in an alcohol and drug-free environment.

The Class of 2024's All-Night Grad Party is on June 7, 2024, beginning at 11 p.m. The committee welcomes volunteers - you do not have to be the parent of a graduating student! If you are interested in helping, contact us at [email protected]

Tickets are $75 until March 1, 2024, so purchase early! Together, we will make this a night for our seniors to remember!    

http://vapta-00014125.memberhub.com/store

Shop for the holidays!

Purchase Chantilly merchandise for loved ones for the holidays! The PTSA now has these cozy fleece spirit blankets on sale for $25, and if you purchase two, you receive a $10 discount - that's right, TWO FOR $40!!

These are a perfect gift for your CHS and soon-to-be CHS students, alumni, relatives, and friends in the community!

 

http://vapta-00014125.memberhub.com/store

 

Blankets will be arriving during the first week in December and will be delivered directly to you! There is a limited supply so submit your pre-orders now!

Upcoming Dates

National Family Caregivers Month

National Diabetes Month

Native American Heritage Month

November 13-19: Transgender Awareness Week

November 14: College Access Fairfax & FCPS virtual workshop, Paying for College, 7:00 p.m.

(http://www.collegeaccessfairfax.org)

November 16: PTSA General meeting, Room 123, CHS

November 18: International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day

November 18: College Access Fairfax & FCPS virtual workshop, Scholarship 101, 10:00 a.m. (see above link)

November 20: Transgender Day of Remembrance

November 28: Giving Tuesday

November 28: College Access Fairfax & FCPS virtual workshop, Scholarship 101, 7 p.m. (see above link)

Quick Links:

• Chantilly High School 
• SIS ParentVue Account Access
• Request ParentVue Account
• CHS A/B Calendar
• Mental Health Resources
• Parent IT Support Portal  
• Parent Resource Center

4201 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151 | Main Office: 703-222-8100
Attendance | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Dates to Note:

Nov. 3:  Last day of Quarter 1, 2 Hour Early Release

⏰ Daylight Saving Time Ends

Nov. 5: Daylight saving time will end Sunday, November 5, at 2 a.m. Don’t forget to move your clocks back one hour!

✅ Election Day

Nov. 7: Remember to get out and vote on Tuesday, November 7! The day will be observed as a holiday for students and teacher workday. For more information on voting, visit the Virginia Department of Elections website.

Nov. 6-7: Student Holidays, Staff Workdays

Nov. 9:  CHS Band Concert, 7PM, Auditorium

Nov. 10: Veteran's Day observed - Veteran's Day Celebration (see below)

Nov. 22-24:  Thanksgiving Break, Holiday

Charger Connect can be translated in other languages. Visit HERE to read more.

A note from Dr. Goodloe

Dear Charger Families,

It has been a great week at Chantilly High school as we have wrapped up the first grading quarter of the year. I continue to be so proud of the ways our students connect with one another and with our staff and they grow and learn together both inside and outside of the classroom. I am hopeful I will see many of you this evening at Senior Night for athletic training, band, cheer, dance and football at our last home game. We are looking forward to honoring the class of 2024.

This coming weekend is a great time for families to catch up and for students to get some extra rest thanks to Daylight Savings Time on November 5 and FCPS student holidays on November 6-7. Our dedicated Chantilly Faculty and staff will be working hard on Monday and Tuesday learning together, posting grades for Q1, and collaboratively planning for the coming months. On behalf of the entire faculty, I wish all of our students and families a wonderful weekend.

Veteran's Day at Chantilly HS

Veteran's Day will be observed on Friday, November 10, 2023. We hope that members of our Chantilly military community will join our students and staff for a recognition and celebration at school that afternoon. Please use the QR code below or this link to RSVP.  The first part of our event will be a parade to honor Veterans which will take place inside the school from 1:30-1:50.  We will then have a formal program including guest speakers and musical performances in our Library.  We look forward to welcoming you to Chantilly HS!

Recognize a Chantilly Staff Member - FCPS Outstanding Employee Nominations open

During the month of November, we often share gratitude for the people in our lives who make a positive impact. The FCPS employee award season is here and this is a great way to recognize a Chantilly employee for their work! Any Chantilly employee, student, or community member can nominate a Chantilly employee. The first round of nominations is now open through November 17! I encourage you to use this link to nominate: Employee Award Nominations for Chantilly High School

Please be sure to take a look at the Charger Headlines below for additional information, updates, and resources. I look forward to connecting with you at Chantilly very soon.

Amy Goodloe, Ed.D.

Principal, Chantilly HS

Lead the CHARGE

@DrGoodloe

703-222-8100

Share your observations, suggestions, questions and celebrations with me here. 

@DrGoodloe

703-222-8100

Charger Headlines: Employee Award Nominations for Chantilly High School

The FCPS employee award season is here! Any Chantilly employee, student, or community member can nominate a Chantilly employee. Nominate a Chantilly employee for:

• Outstanding Teacher
• Outstanding New Teacher (First Three Years of Teaching)
• Outstanding Principal
• Outstanding Leader
• Outstanding Professional Employee
• Outstanding Operational Employee 

The first round of nominations is now open through November 17! 

Use this link to nominate: Employee Award Nominations for Chantilly High School

Provide Input on FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R)

Please join FCPS’ Chief Equity Office for a virtual meeting regarding the Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R) Regulation. The event will be held on Thursday, November 9, from 6-7:30 p.m. You may register at this link.   Your feedback will help ensure that FCPS policies align with the school division’s mission and values. It will also help identify any specific considerations that need to be addressed for the 2024-25 school year.  

Language interpretation will be available in Spanish, Korean, and Arabic. A Certified Deaf Interpreter will be available as well. Get information on the SR&R. 

Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey

FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. The form is available online in SIS ParentVUE. If you have not already filled out the form online, we will provide paper forms  Wednesday, November 8. Please be sure to return paper forms by Friday, November 17. The electronic form will continue to be available in SIS ParentVUE until January 2024. 

Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important, because information from this survey results in an additional $3 million in grants each year from the U.S. Department of Education. These funds are used to support all Fairfax County public schools and centers.

Please watch this video and visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page for more information.  

Need to Register for ParentVUE? 

Learn how to activate your SISParentVUE account, so you can easily submit your survey. 

Technical support for using ParentVUE or completing the survey online is available by submitting a Parent Support Request ticket. Select SISParent in the Application dropdown menu and enter Federal Impact Aid Survey under Issue Description. Or, call the Parent Technology Help Desk at 833-921-3277 (833-921-FCPS).

SAT School Score Reports Available to Students 

Students who participated in the School Day SAT will have access to SAT score reports on Wednesday, November 1. Students who participated in the SAT on October 26 will have access to scores on November 16. Students can access scores via their College Board accounts. A video tutorial for accessing and understanding SAT scores is available on the College Board website. https://youtu.be/vrcNC95ymFc

VDOE Governor's World Language Academies (HS) 

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) invites mature 10th and 11th grade students to apply to attend summer residential Governor’s World Language Academies (GWLA) in French, German, Spanish, Japanese, and Latin. 

Students who are accepted into one of the programs will live in residence halls in one of the state colleges in Virginia for three weeks in the late June to mid-July timeframe. 

Visit the FCPS GWLA website for the timeline for applications and information on a Student and Parent GWLA Informational Meeting on Tuesday, November 7, at 4 p.m.

To learn more about GWLA opportunities and the application process, visit the VDOE GWLA website. 

National Honor Society Membership Application Deadline

10th-12th grade students with a GPA of 3.5 or higher received a message in their fcpsschools.net email this week with an invitation to apply for membership in the National Honor Society(NHS) at Chantilly.  Students who wish to be considered for membership must complete the required membership tasks by 11:59 PM on November 9, 2023.  The membership application includes three 250 word responses, student resume, and submission of the $25 NHS membership fee through Myschoolbucks.  Continued membership in NHS and the receipt of a NHS Graduation Cord requires students to maintain a 3.5 GPA, demonstrate leadership and character, and complete a minimum of 25 hours of service each year of membership. All membership hours must be submitted through X2Vol and indicate that they are for NHS hours. An induction ceremony will be held in January 2024 for all NHS Seniors. More details regarding induction will be shared in December 2023.

If you have any questions, please contact Amy Parmentier, Director of Student Services  [email protected]. 

The Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Saves Lives

Information was recently posted to the Healthy Minds Blog on the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline and other resources for suicide prevention. 

The Healthy Minds Blog shares information related to youth mental health and wellness. Articles include tips and strategies for increasing wellness and resiliency, as well as fostering success at home, at school, and in the community.

The Healthy Minds Blog is a collaborative project between Fairfax County Public Schools and the Prevention Unit of the Fairfax County Department of Neighborhood and Community Services. Subscribe to Healthy Minds and receive a quarterly digest of articles.

Supporting Your Child’s Mental Health

Children go through a lot of changes, and it can be hard to tell if their behavior is developmentally appropriate or if they could benefit from mental health support. It’s important to talk to your child and pay attention to their actions, especially these warning signs:

• Increased irritability, hyperactivity, energy, and/or aggressive behavior.
• Excessive sadness, hopelessness, or worries.
• Loss of appetite, or significant weight gain or loss.
• Lack of sleep or too much sleep.
• A decline in grades, school avoidance, or attendance concerns.
• Alcohol or drug use.
• Withdrawal from activities and/or friends and family. 
• Thoughts of harming themselves or others.

If you notice any of these warning signs or feel your child may be experiencing a mental health challenge, help is available. All Fairfax County public schools have at least one school counselor, school psychologist, and school social worker.

Please reach out to one of these staff members to discuss your concerns and identify resources. Call your school or visit their website for staff members’ contact information. Find additional information to support your child’s wellness. 

If you or someone you care about is experiencing a mental health crisis such as thoughts of harming themselves or others, please take action right away. Call 988, go to the nearest emergency room, or contact the Sharon Bulova Center for Community Health Emergency Services at 703-573-5679.

No Cost Therapy for High Schoolers

High school students can access virtual mental health services at no cost through an FCPS program with Hazel Health. Hazel Health therapists are licensed and also trained in teen-specific challenges.

Students can be referred by a guardian or designated staff member and participate in weekly video therapy sessions. The therapists will work with students until they achieve their therapy goals, or they can help connect the family with long-term mental health services in the community if needed. 

Learn how to opt your students into this service. 

⏰ Daylight Saving Time Ends

Daylight saving time will end Sunday, November 5, at 2 a.m. Don’t forget to move your clocks back one hour!

✅ Election Day

Remember to get out and vote on Tuesday, November 7! The day will be observed as a holiday for students and teacher workday. For more information on voting, visit the Virginia Department of Elections website.

Chantilly Academy AFJROTC 2023 White House Ornament Fundraiser

The cadets of Chantilly AFJROTC are selling the official 2023 White House ornament as a fundraiser.  Contact a cadet or Lt Col Tim Lambert at [email protected] if you want to purchase one or more ornament. Sale dates are today through December 8th. The cost is $24.00 each. You can also get one free 2022, 2021, or 2020 ornament for each order of three or more 2023 ornaments while the supplies last.  Make checks payable to Chantilly Academy.

Thank you for your support!

Chantilly High School Toys for Tots drive, now through December 7th.

Help a child in need during this holiday season!  You can donate New, Unwrapped toys in the following locations:

Main Office, Academy Office, Room 907 Cosmetology, Room 571 B AFJROTC. Thank you for your support!

Recognitions

Congratulations to our Varsity Cheerleading Team on winning the REGION CHAMPIONSHIP last Saturday at Centreville.  They finished 6 points ahead of 2nd place Centreville.  The team will travel to Richmond on Saturday to compete in the STATE Meet.  This is the 4th year in a row that the Cheerleading team has won the Region competition. 

Last Saturday, your Mighty Marching Chargers completed their final competition of the season, participating in the Virginia Marching Band Cooperative Commonwealth Cup at Liberty University.  They capped off their season with their strongest performances yet, earning 5th place in class with a score of 90.988.  We hope that the ROAR of the packed stadium at the end of our show, as our MMCs disappeared under the parachute, is an experience our students will remember and cherish well beyond this season.

Our MMCs were announced as one of top 12 scoring bands from the 34 bands who performed across the day, which earned them a spot in finals and a BONUS performance of our show, Child-ish!  In finals, our MMCs shared a TREMENDOUS performance with the audience. Our students earned strong scores across the board, placing 9th overall in finals.  Congratulations to our MMCs on an incredible competitive season!  Please join us at halftime of Friday’s home football game for our FINAL performance of “Child-ish!” 

Congratulations to Elaine Gonzalez, who has been recognized as an employee who shows that FCPS Cares. 

Mrs. Elaine Gonzalez and Mrs. Jocelyn Smith made efforts to make Chantilly/Westfield-Strasbourg, France exchange program happen. Mrs. Gonzalez took the ten students including my daughter to Strasbourg for home stay and Paris in June-July for 10 days. Also, she arranged to have the twenty French students home stay in the Chantilly High School community. This exchange program made my daughter's life change in positive way. And we hope this program keeps going and impacts some student’s life with wonderful experiences like it did with our daughter. Thank you so much to Mrs. Gonzalez! 

Congratulations to the Chantilly Boys Cross Country team who are the Northern Region Champions.  Click here for results.  Good luck at States. 

Community Celebrations and Holidays Native American Heritage Month

Native American Heritage Month is a time to celebrate rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories and to acknowledge the important contributions of Native Americans. It is also a time to raise a general awareness about the unique challenges they have faced both historically and in the present, and the ways in which tribal citizens have worked to conquer these challenges.Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. 

Election Day - November 7

Don’t forget to get out and vote on Tuesday, Nov. 7! The day will be observed as a holiday for students and a teacher work day. For more information, visit the Virginia Department of Elections webpage. See the complete school year calendar.

Veterans Day - November 11

Veterans Day provides a great reason to pause, reflect, and recognize the extraordinary sacrifices our Veterans and their families have made on our behalf, and we thank them for their service. Learn more about the history of Veterans Day at va.gov. 

Diwali - November 12

Happy Diwali to all those who celebrate this day and the victory of light over darkness.

Thanksgiving - November 22-24

Schools and offices will be closed November 22-24. Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving! Classes will resume on Monday, November 27. Learn more about the first Thanksgiving. See the complete school year calendar.

Chantilly on Social Media

Follow all of our Chantilly HS Social Media to keep up with the most updated Charger news, kudos, and recognitions. We post announcements regularly throughout the week including our bell schedule every Monday.   
Facebook: /ChantillyHighSchool
Instagram: @chantilly_hs
X (Twitter): @chantilly_hs

SY 2023-2024 - Dates to Note:

Wednesday, November 22nd-Friday, November 24th - Thanksgiving Break

Monday, December 18th-Monday, January 1st - Winter Break

Monday, March 25th-Friday, March 29th - Spring Break

Friday, June 7 - Class of 2024 Graduation, 9:30 AM, no school grades 9-11

Wednesday, June 12th - Last Day of School

The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

  FCPS Cares - Recognize Chantilly Employees!

 The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for families, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story, so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees at Chantilly HS School. We love our staff members; let's tell them how we feel!

Quick Links

• Chantilly High School 
• SIS ParentVue Account Access
• Request ParentVue Account
• CHS A/B Calendar
• Mental Health Resources
• Parent IT Support Portal  
• Parent Resource Center

4201 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151 | Main Office: 703-222-8100
Attendance | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Dates to Note:

Nov. 1-2:  Día de los Muertos and All Saints Day

Nov. 3:  Last day of Quarter 1, 2 Hour Early Release

Nov. 6-7: Student Holidays, Staff Workdays

Nov. 9:  CHS Band Concert, 7PM, Auditorium

Nov. 10: Veteran's Day observed 

Nov. 22-24:  Thanksgiving Break, Holiday

Charger Connect can be translated in other languages. Visit HERE to read more.

A note from Dr. Goodloe

Dear Charger Families,

It has been a great week to be a Charger. I have enjoyed connecting with our students and families at many events including:

• Chantilly Pyramid Choral Concerts: We welcomed our Chantilly feeder elementary and middle school choirs for two outstanding combined choral concerts. Thank you to Director, Evan Ayars The future is bright for our choir programs! 
• District finals for Cross Country and Volleyball: Our athletes gave it their all in the finals for both sports. Congratulations to our Boys Cross Country team who are the Concorde District Champions. Girls Volleyball are the District runner ups and both teams will now move on to the Regional competition.
• Orchestra Halloween Concert: We welcomed our friends from Rachel Carson MS for a spooktacular performance of haunting tunes by our Chantilly and Carson orchestras. Thank you to Director, Aaron Mines for showcasing the talents of our orchestra students.
• Our second Chantilly Wellness Fair of the year was a huge success. Therapy dogs, pickleball, tie dyes, were just a few of the highlights as students and staff alike enjoyed time to connect and recharge!

Please be sure to take a look at the Charger Headlines below for additional information, updates and resources. I look forward to connecting with you at Chantilly very soon.

Amy Goodloe, Ed.D.

Principal, Chantilly HS

Lead the CHARGE

@DrGoodloe

703-222-8100

Share your observations, suggestions, questions and celebrations with me here. 

@DrGoodloe

703-222-8100

Charger Headlines: Federal Impact Aid Survey Now Online.  Help Us Save Paper! Parent Access to Online Federal Impact Aid Survey

Impact Aid programs and grants are designed to assist local school districts that enroll federally connected students. 

The federal presence in our area and the significant tax exemptions available to federally connected personnel, businesses, and agencies has qualified Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) to be eligible for federal Impact Aid grants.

Impact Aid programs and grants are designed to assist local school districts that enroll federally connected students. The grants from these programs will become part of FCPS' general operating budget and are critical to ensuring that all children in FCPS receive an excellent education. FCPS anticipates receiving approximately $3,000,000 in Impact Aid funds.

FCPS uses the Student-Parent Survey for Federal Impact Aid to identify federally connected students and to support our request for Impact Aid resources. In October, the survey will be made available to FCPS families online through ParentVue for two weeks. After that, families who have not completed the survey will have a printed copy sent home with each child. 

October 16, 2023 through October 31, 2023, FCPS parents will have the option to fill out the Federal Impact Aid Survey online through their ParentVue account. Below are the visual steps for a parent to get to the survey in SIS ParentVue.

Need to Register for ParentVUE? 

Learn how to activate your SISParentVUE account, so you can easily submit your survey. Find out how to get technical support for ParentVUE. 

Steps to Access the Survey in ParentVue

Step 1: Log in to SIS ParentVue

Step 2: Select the 'Online Packets' tab

Step 3: In the dropdown menu, select the '2023-2024 Federal Impact Aid Survey'

Step 4: Click the 'Begin Registration' button

More Information

• More About The Federal Impact Aid Survey
• Learn How FCPS Supports Military Families

Fall 2023 SEL Screener

Students in grades 9-12 use the SEL Screener twice a year to share their perspectives on how well their school and community help them develop skills they need to succeed. These skills include achieving goals, understanding and managing emotions, establishing and maintaining relationships with adults and peers, and making responsible decisions. Students also share how successful their school and community are at making them feel valued, included, and supported. These factors are critical to positive academic, social, and emotional success.

The screener measures student skills, strengths, and needs across the following topics:

• Self-Management & Responsible Decision Making
• Social Awareness & Relationship Skills 
• Emotion Regulation
• Supportive Relationships 
• Belonging 
• Cultural Awareness & Action *grades 6-12 only
• Challenging Feelings 

Chantilly HS students who were not opted out completed the Fall Wellness Screener on October 20, 2023 during LS 7.  We are anticipating families with SIS ParentVue accounts will see results in early December. Families without ParentVue accounts will receive results via USPS as they have in years past around this time. Once we have an updated timeline, we will provide communication via this weekly message.  For more information, please visit this webpage. 

The Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Saves Lives

Information was recently posted to the Healthy Minds Blog on the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline and other resources for suicide prevention. 

The Healthy Minds Blog shares information related to youth mental health and wellness. Articles include tips and strategies for increasing wellness and resiliency, as well as fostering success at home, at school, and in the community.

The Healthy Minds Blog is a collaborative project between Fairfax County Public Schools and the Prevention Unit of the Fairfax County Department of Neighborhood and Community Services. Subscribe to Healthy Minds and receive a quarterly digest of articles.

National Honor Society Membership Application Deadline

10th-12th grade students with a GPA of 3.5 or higher received a message in their fcpsschools.net email this week with an invitation to apply for membership in the National Honor Society(NHS) at Chantilly.  Students who wish to be considered for membership must complete the required membership tasks by 11:59 PM on November 9, 2023.  The membership application includes three 250 word responses, student resume, and submission of the $25 NHS membership fee through Myschoolbucks.  Continued membership in NHS and the receipt of a NHS Graduation Cord requires students to maintain a 3.5 GPA, demonstrate leadership and character, and complete a minimum of 25 hours of service each year of membership. All membership hours must be submitted through X2Vol and indicate that they are for NHS hours. An induction ceremony will be held in January 2024 for all NHS Seniors. More details regarding induction will be shared in December 2023.

If you have any questions, please contact Amy Parmentier, Director of Student Services  [email protected]. 

Supporting Your Child’s Mental Health

Children go through a lot of changes, and it can be hard to tell if their behavior is developmentally appropriate or if they could benefit from mental health support. It’s important to talk to your child and pay attention to their actions, especially these warning signs:

• Increased irritability, hyperactivity, energy, and/or aggressive behavior.
• Excessive sadness, hopelessness, or worries.
• Loss of appetite, or significant weight gain or loss.
• Lack of sleep or too much sleep.
• A decline in grades, school avoidance, or attendance concerns.
• Alcohol or drug use.
• Withdrawal from activities and/or friends and family. 
• Thoughts of harming themselves or others.

If you notice any of these warning signs or feel your child may be experiencing a mental health challenge, help is available. All Fairfax County public schools have at least one school counselor, school psychologist, and school social worker.

Please reach out to one of these staff members to discuss your concerns and identify resources. Call your school or visit their website for staff members’ contact information. Find additional information to support your child’s wellness. 

If you or someone you care about is experiencing a mental health crisis such as thoughts of harming themselves or others, please take action right away. Call 988, go to the nearest emergency room, or contact the Sharon Bulova Center for Community Health Emergency Services at 703-573-5679.

No Cost Therapy for High Schoolers

High school students can access virtual mental health services at no cost through an FCPS program with Hazel Health. Hazel Health therapists are licensed and also trained in teen-specific challenges.

Students can be referred by a guardian or designated staff member and participate in weekly video therapy sessions. The therapists will work with students until they achieve their therapy goals, or they can help connect the family with long-term mental health services in the community if needed. 

Learn how to opt your students into this service. 

⏰ Daylight Saving Time Ends

Daylight saving time will end Sunday, November 5, at 2 a.m. Don’t forget to move your clocks back one hour!

✅ Election Day

Remember to get out and vote on Tuesday, November 7! The day will be observed as a holiday for students and teacher workday. For more information on voting, visit the Virginia Department of Elections website.

Recognitions

CHS Student Media

Congratulations to the CHS student media for their awards at the VHSL Multimedia Championships on Saturday, October 21, at Harrisonburg High School. Odyssey yearbook, The Knightly News broadcast, The Purple Tide newsmagazine, and The Purple Tide online all received Trophy Class Awards, the highest awards in their categories. Andromeda literary magazine won a First Class Award.

Additional congratulations to Gaby Gutierrez, The Purple Tide editor-in-chief, for being awarded second class in news for "Gen Z puts the brakes on driving" and to Tyler Ellison, The Purple Tide opinions editor, for being awarded third class in opinion for "Lackluster lockers need to be removed."

Last weekend, your Mighty Marching Chargers performed at the VBODA State Marching Assessment.  Despite blustery winds, the MMCs delivered a strong performance, earning Superior Ratings from all five judges, who evaluate each ensemble in the categories of Music Performance, Visual Performance, Music Effect, and Visual Effect.  Straight Superior ratings is the highest rating possible our students could earn.  Congratulations to our students and please wish them luck as they prepare for their final competition of the season at the VMBC Championships at Liberty University

Congratulations to Chantilly Football player, Avery Chow for being named one of the Washington Post Players of the Week.  Chow scored three rushing touchdowns and ran over 304 yards in the October 20 Chantilly Football win over Centreville. In eight games, Chow has accumulated over 1,200 rushing yards. 

Boys Cross Country are the Concorde District Champions with five top 15 finishers! 1st Team All-District: Tristan Thurneysen – 2nd Place, Jack Morgan – 3rd Place, Luke Barlow – 6th Place.  2nd Team All-District: Alex Morris – 10th Place, Will Breslin – 12th Place

Congratulations to Coach Trammel and the team! 

                                               

Community Celebrations and Holidays

October - LGBTQIA+ History Month LGBTQIA+ History Month is recognized in October nationwide. We acknowledge and celebrate that LGBTQIA+ students, staff, and families are an integral component of our nation. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. 

Disability History and Awareness Month In Virginia during October, Disability History and Awareness activities provide an opportunity to create greater public awareness for individuals with disabilities, with the goal of full inclusion in our community.

Día de los Muertos is an opportunity to remember and celebrate the lives of departed loved ones. Wednesday, November 1, and Thursday, November 2, are observance days this year. Watch this video to learn more about Día de los Muertos.

Chantilly on Social Media

Follow all of our Chantilly HS Social Media to keep up with the most updated Charger news, kudos, and recognitions. We post announcements regularly throughout the week including our bell schedule every Monday.   
Facebook: /ChantillyHighSchool
Instagram: @chantilly_hs
X (Twitter): @chantilly_hs

SY 2023-2024 - Dates to Note:

Wednesday, November 22nd-Friday, November 24th - Thanksgiving Break

Monday, December 18th-Monday, January 1st - Winter Break

Monday, March 25th-Friday, March 29th - Spring Break

Friday, June 7 - Class of 2024 Graduation, 9:30 AM, no school grades 9-11

Wednesday, June 12th - Last Day of School

The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

  FCPS Cares - Recognize Chantilly Employees!

 The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for families, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story, so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees at Chantilly HS School. We love our staff members; let's tell them how we feel!

Quick Links

• Chantilly High School 
• SIS ParentVue Account Access
• Request ParentVue Account
• CHS A/B Calendar
• Mental Health Resources
• Parent IT Support Portal  
• Parent Resource Center

4201 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151 | Main Office: 703-222-8100
Attendance | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Dates to Note:

Oct. 20:  Chantilly Pyramid Night - Home Football Game, CHS vs Centreville 

Oct. 21:  Fall Mainstage, Lord of the Flies, 2pm/7pm Auditorium

Oct. 22:  Fall Mainstage, Lord of the Flies, 2pm  Auditorium

Oct. 23:  Choral Pyramid Concert - Brookfield, Lees Corner, Oak Hill, Franklin MS, Chantilly HS, 7pm Auditorium

Oct. 24:  Choral Pyramid Concert - Greenbriar East, Greenbriar West, Poplar Tree, Rocky Run MS, Chantilly HS, 7pm Auditorium

Oct. 26:  Orchestra Concert, 7:00pm Auditorium

Nov. 3:  Last day of Quarter 1, 2 Hour Early Release

Nov. 6-7: Student Holidays, Staff workdays

Nov. 10: Veteran's Day observed 

Charger Connect can be translated in other languages. Visit HERE to read more.

A note from Dr. Goodloe

Dear Charger Families,

We are looking forward to seeing you and many of our future Chargers tonight at our home football game versus Centreville HS to celebrate Chantilly Pyramid Night. We encourage students from our feeder elementary and middle schools to attend the game and show their school spirit by wearing their school colors and spirit wear.  We can't wait to hear our elementary choral students perform, see the Little Charger Dancers and welcome our MS band students to sit with our Mighty Marching Chargers. There may be a few surprise appearances by our mascots, too.  Don't miss this fun community event! We are all connected! Admission for students wearing their school spirit wear is free with a paying adult. Please note that middle and elementary students need to attend with a supervising adult and no backpacks, outside food or drink, or water bottles are permitted.  

As we continue to strengthen our connections in our Charger community, I want to thank our Chantilly School Counselor Team for planning and hosting a fun and positive event this week for our students during lunches. Students and staff had the opportunity to paint rocks to share messages of kindness, affirmation, and support with our community (pictured below). We are grateful to our counselors for Leading the CHARGE  and continuing to identify fun ways to connect with kids and build CONNECTION!

Please be sure to take a look at the Charger Headlines below for additional information, updates and resources. I look forward to connecting with you at Chantilly very soon.

Amy Goodloe, Ed.D.

Principal, Chantilly HS

Lead the CHARGE

@DrGoodloe

703-222-8100

Share your observations, suggestions, questions and celebrations with me here. 

@DrGoodloe

703-222-8100

Charger Headlines:   Chantilly Theatre

William Golding's classic tale explores the dark side of human nature.  Our production will feature two casts and 4 performances Thursday, October 19, 7pm * Saturday, October 21, 2pm * Saturday, October 21, 7pm ** Sunday, October 22, 2pm ** * Lost Boys featuring Zach Topscher (Ralph), Zack Smith (Jack), Kai Obernberger (Piggy) ** Fire Starters featuring  McKenzy Hopkins (Rae), Anya Saffari (Jack), Nishmaya Gundapuneedi (Piggy) Tickets NOW AVAILABLE for online purchase!

Link to purchase tickets:  https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/15602/chantilly-high-school-theatre

Federal Impact Aid Survey Now Online

FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. To make it easier, the form is now available online in SIS ParentVUE. 

Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important because information from this survey results in an additional $3 million in grants each year from the U.S. Department of Education. These funds are used to support all Fairfax County public schools and centers.

Once logged in to SIS ParentVUE, click “Online Packets” in the top right corner. Then, select “Federal Impact Aid Survey.” Get more information.

Need to Register for ParentVUE? 

Learn how to activate your SISParentVUE account, so you can easily submit your survey. Find out how to get technical support for ParentVUE. 

The Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Saves Lives

Information was recently posted to the Healthy Minds Blog on the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline and other resources for suicide prevention. 

The Healthy Minds Blog shares information related to youth mental health and wellness. Articles include tips and strategies for increasing wellness and resiliency, as well as fostering success at home, at school, and in the community.

The Healthy Minds Blog is a collaborative project between Fairfax County Public Schools and the Prevention Unit of the Fairfax County Department of Neighborhood and Community Services. Subscribe to Healthy Minds and receive a quarterly digest of articles.

National Honor Society Membership Application Deadline

10th-12th grade students with a GPA of 3.5 or higher received a message in their fcpsschools.net email this week with an invitation to apply for membership in the National Honor Society(NHS) at Chantilly.  Students who wish to be considered for membership must complete the required membership tasks by 11:59 PM on November 9, 2023.  The membership application includes three 250 word responses, student resume, and submission of the $25 NHS membership fee through Myschoolbucks.  Continued membership in NHS and the receipt of a NHS Graduation Cord requires students to maintain a 3.5 GPA, demonstrate leadership and character, and complete a minimum of 25 hours of service each year of membership. All membership hours must be submitted through X2Vol and indicate that they are for NHS hours. An induction ceremony will be held in January 2024 for all NHS Seniors. More details regarding induction will be shared in December 2023.

If you have any questions, please contact Amy Parmentier, Director of Student Services  [email protected]. 

Supporting Your Child’s Mental Health

Children go through a lot of changes, and it can be hard to tell if their behavior is developmentally appropriate or if they could benefit from mental health support. It’s important to talk to your child and pay attention to their actions, especially these warning signs:

• Increased irritability, hyperactivity, energy, and/or aggressive behavior.
• Excessive sadness, hopelessness, or worries.
• Loss of appetite, or significant weight gain or loss.
• Lack of sleep or too much sleep.
• A decline in grades, school avoidance, or attendance concerns.
• Alcohol or drug use.
• Withdrawal from activities and/or friends and family. 
• Thoughts of harming themselves or others.

If you notice any of these warning signs or feel your child may be experiencing a mental health challenge, help is available. All Fairfax County public schools have at least one school counselor, school psychologist, and school social worker.

Please reach out to one of these staff members to discuss your concerns and identify resources. Call your school or visit their website for staff members’ contact information. Find additional information to support your child’s wellness. 

If you or someone you care about is experiencing a mental health crisis such as thoughts of harming themselves or others, please take action right away. Call 988, go to the nearest emergency room, or contact the Sharon Bulova Center for Community Health Emergency Services at 703-573-5679.

No Cost Therapy for High Schoolers

High school students can access virtual mental health services at no cost through an FCPS program with Hazel Health. Hazel Health therapists are licensed and also trained in teen-specific challenges.

Students can be referred by a guardian or designated staff member and participate in weekly video therapy sessions. The therapists will work with students until they achieve their therapy goals, or they can help connect the family with long-term mental health services in the community if needed. 

Learn how to opt your students into this service. 

Recognitions FCPS Excellence Awards

FCPS Excellence Awards recognize employees who have exhibited extraordinary achievement in one of four areas: Growth, Impact on Others, Innovation, and Student Achievement.  There were 227 employees nominated across the individual excellence and team excellence awards. Of those, 29 individuals and 70 other employees across 12 teams were selected as recipients. These employees represent 25 schools and nine central office departments.  Congratulations to Amy Parmentier, DSS - Individual Growth Award and Emily Phelan, SBTS - Team Innovation Award.

See the full list of Excellence Awards recipients.

🏆 17 FCPS Schools Named to Advanced Placement School Honor Roll

The College Board announced that 17 FCPS high schools have been named to the Advanced Placement (AP) School Honor Roll. Four levels of distinction are offered: Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum. Chantilly HS received the Gold distinction.

Schools can earn this recognition annually based on criteria that reflect a commitment to increasing college-going culture, providing opportunities for students to earn college credit, and maximizing college readiness. See the list of schools. 

 

On October 20 and 23, please join the Chantilly French Department in giving a Charger welcome to the Chantilly-Strasbourg French Exchange Students!

Community Celebrations and Holidays

October - LGBTQIA+ History Month LGBTQIA+ History Month is recognized in October nationwide. We acknowledge and celebrate that LGBTQIA+ students, staff, and families are an integral component of our nation. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. 

Disability History and Awareness Month In Virginia during October, Disability History and Awareness activities provide an opportunity to create greater public awareness for individuals with disabilities, with the goal of full inclusion in our community.

Chantilly on Social Media

Follow all of our Chantilly HS Social Media to keep up with the most updated Charger news, kudos, and recognitions. We post announcements regularly throughout the week including our bell schedule every Monday.   
Facebook: /ChantillyHighSchool
Instagram: @chantilly_hs
X (Twitter): @chantilly_hs

SY 2023-2024 - Dates to Note:

Wednesday, November 22nd-Friday, November 24th - Thanksgiving Break

Monday, December 18th-Monday, January 1st - Winter Break

Monday, March 25th-Friday, March 29th - Spring Break

Friday, June 7 - Class of 2024 Graduation, 9:30 AM, no school grades 9-11

Wednesday, June 12th - Last Day of School

The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

  FCPS Cares - Recognize Chantilly Employees!

 The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for families, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story, so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees at Chantilly HS School. We love our staff members; let's tell them how we feel!

Quick Links

• Chantilly High School 
• SIS ParentVue Account Access
• Request ParentVue Account
• CHS A/B Calendar
• Mental Health Resources
• Parent IT Support Portal  
• Parent Resource Center

4201 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151 | Main Office: 703-222-8100
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Helicopter Visit at Chantilly HS

Tomorrow, Tuesday October 17 in the morning, the Fairfax County Police Department Helicopter Division will land a helicopter at Chantilly HS, as part of the Chantilly Academy Criminal Justice class exercise.  We appreciate the support of our police department and community.

Quick Links:

• Chantilly High School 
• SIS ParentVue Account Access
• Request ParentVue Account
• CHS A/B Calendar
• Mental Health Resources
• Parent IT Support Portal  
• Parent Resource Center

4201 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151 | Main Office: 703-222-8100
Attendance | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Dates to Note:

Sept. 15-Oct. 15:  National Hispanic Heritage Month

Oct. 16-20: Digital Citizenship Week

Oct. 19:  Fall Mainstage, Lord of the Flies, 7:00pm, Auditorium

Oct. 20:  Chantilly Pyramid Night - Home Football Game, CHS vs Centreville

Oct. 21:  Fall Mainstage, Lord of the Flies, 2pm/7pm Auditorium

Oct. 22:  Fall Mainstage, Lord of the Flies, 2pm  Auditorium

Oct. 23:  Choral Pyramid Concert - Brookfield, Lees Corner, Oak Hill, Franklin MS, Chantilly HS, 7pm Auditorium

Oct. 24:  Choral Pyramid Concert - Greenbriar East, Greenbriar West, Poplar Tree, Rocky Run MS, Chantilly HS, 7pm Auditorium

Oct. 26:  Orchestra Concert, 7:00pm Auditorium

Nov. 3:  Last day of Quarter 1, 2 Hour Early Release

Nov. 10: Veteran's Day observed

Charger Connect can be translated in other languages. Visit HERE to read more.

A note from Dr. Goodloe

Dear Charger Families,

Thank you for your continued partnership and support of Chantilly HS to ensure that it is a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment for all. I am constantly inspired by the care, commitment, and compassion of our Chargers.

This week it was energizing to connect with students and families at events like our Celebracion Latina, hosted by our Fuerza Latin club in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. The celebration brought together native Spanish speakers, as well as English and Spanish language learners to share food, games, and dancing. It was great to learn the game Loteria, similar to Bingo, from our students.

Our Charger Volleyball teams and families hosted our Dig Pink event in partnership with Oakton HS to raise awareness and funds in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We had a large crowd of spectators for all three home volleyball games and much support through the sales of spirit wear and baked goods. 

Finally, I ended my week by checking in with students and connecting with our SEALS (Student Equity Ambassador Leaders) to reflect on the week's events and discuss future opportunities to engage our entire Chantilly community on the topics of connection, inclusion and belonging. Chantilly will host the SEALs from all of our FCPS high schools next week and I am excited to partner with our student leaders throughout the coming months to further elevate student voices in our school.

Student Early Dismissal

We recognize that at times students need to leave school early to attend to appointments and personal matters. You do not need to come into the main office to pick up a student. Please contact the student's subschool by no later than 9:30 AM of an early dismissal to ensure your child will be ready to dismiss on time. Notification received later than 9:30 AM or no notice will result in delayed dismissal.

Please follow these steps to ensure your student is dismissed on time.

• Provide a written excuse OR leave a message with the student’s sub school including date, time, reason for the early dismissal and phone number for verification.
• Students MUST always check in with their sub school before 8:10 a.m. to have an Ehall pass created for them. Parents will be contacted to confirm check-out if the student misses the 8:10 a.m. deadline.
• Students must always check in with the sub school and verify they have received Ehall pass prior to leaving the school building.  

Please visit our attendance page for more information.

Chantilly Pyramid Night - Football game on October 20

We will hosting our first Pyramid Night of the year on October 20 at the home football game versus Centreville HS. We encourage students from our feeder elementary and middle schools to attend the game and show their school spirit by wearing their school colors and spirit wear. Admission to the game for students from our pyramid schools is free with a paying adult.

Please be sure to take a look at the Chargers Headlines below to keep up to date with deadlines and access important resources. 

I look forward to connecting with you at Chantilly very soon.

Amy T. Goodloe, Ed.D.

Principal, Chantilly HS

Lead the CHARGE!

[email protected]

@DrGoodloe

703-222-8100

Digital Citizenship Week is October 16 - 20, 2023!

Over 10 years ago, Digital Citizenship Week started to highlight the importance of helping kids, families, and teachers navigate our 24/7 digital world. During this time, media and technology have changed dramatically. There have also been big shifts in the ways we teach and learn in today's classrooms.

Digital Citizenship Week is a great time for school communities to start, renew, or double down on their commitment to engage students in learning important digital citizenship concepts and skills so they become safe, ethical and responsible citizens. FCPS has materials to support families on their Digital Citizenship webpage, including a course to help guide a conversation between parents and teens.

Chantilly High School invites you to join us as we explore a new topic each day.  

 

Charger Headlines:   Chantilly Theatre

William Golding's classic tale explores the dark side of human nature.  Our production will feature two casts and 4 performances Thursday, October 19, 7pm * Saturday, October 21, 2pm * Saturday, October 21, 7pm ** Sunday, October 22, 2pm ** * Lost Boys featuring Zach Topscher (Ralph), Zack Smith (Jack), Kai Obernberger (Piggy) ** Fire Starters featuring  McKenzy Hopkins (Rae), Anya Saffari (Jack), Nishmaya Gundapuneedi (Piggy) Tickets NOW AVAILABLE for online purchase!

Link to purchase tickets:  https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/15602/chantilly-high-school-theatre

National Honor Society Membership Application Deadline

10th-12th grade students with a GPA of 3.5 or higher received a message in their fcpsschools.net email this week with an invitation to apply for membership in the National Honor Society(NHS) at Chantilly.  Students who wish to be considered for membership must complete the required membership tasks by 11:59 PM on November 9, 2023.  The membership application includes three 250 word responses, student resume, and submission of the $25 NHS membership fee through Myschoolbucks.  Continued membership in NHS and the receipt of a NHS Graduation Cord requires students to maintain a 3.5 GPA, demonstrate leadership and character, and complete a minimum of 25 hours of service each year of membership. All membership hours must be submitted through X2Vol and indicate that they are for NHS hours. An induction ceremony will be held in January 2024 for all NHS Seniors. More details regarding induction will be shared in December 2023.

If you have any questions, please contact Amy Parmentier, Director of Student Services  [email protected]. 

Federal Impact Aid Survey

This year, families will have access to the Federal Impact Aid Survey in electronic format via ParentVUE. Our IT teams have worked with the Online Registration System to help digitize the Impact Aid Survey. All parents with a ParentVUE account will be able to complete the survey online using their computer at home. For families unable to complete the survey on-line, a paper form will be available. Also, families who do not complete the online application by the requisite deadline will be provided with a printed survey form. We strongly encourage families to fill out the online forms to reduce the paper form management.

Background on the Impact Aid program

The Federal Government owns property in Fairfax County, and those properties are removed from the local tax base. FCPS is eligible to apply for Federal Impact Aid funds as reimbursement for the lost tax revenue. Federally connected students are children of active-duty uniformed services personnel, children who live on federal property or in subsidized federal housing, and children whose parents are employed on eligible federal properties.   

Important dates:

• October 16: Federal Impact Aid Survey electronic data collection in ParentVUE opens.
• October 31: Federal Impact Aid Survey paper forms are available.

 

Supporting Your Child’s Mental Health

Children go through a lot of changes, and it can be hard to tell if their behavior is developmentally appropriate or if they could benefit from mental health support. It’s important to talk to your child and pay attention to their actions, especially these warning signs:

• Increased irritability, hyperactivity, energy, and/or aggressive behavior.
• Excessive sadness, hopelessness, or worries.
• Loss of appetite, or significant weight gain or loss.
• Lack of sleep or too much sleep.
• A decline in grades, school avoidance, or attendance concerns.
• Alcohol or drug use.
• Withdrawal from activities and/or friends and family. 
• Thoughts of harming themselves or others.

If you notice any of these warning signs or feel your child may be experiencing a mental health challenge, help is available. All Fairfax County public schools have at least one school counselor, school psychologist, and school social worker.

Please reach out to one of these staff members to discuss your concerns and identify resources. Call your school or visit their website for staff members’ contact information. Find additional information to support your child’s wellness. 

If you or someone you care about is experiencing a mental health crisis such as thoughts of harming themselves or others, please take action right away. Call 988, go to the nearest emergency room, or contact the Sharon Bulova Center for Community Health Emergency Services at 703-573-5679.

No Cost Therapy for High Schoolers

High school students can access virtual mental health services at no cost through an FCPS program with Hazel Health. Hazel Health therapists are licensed and also trained in teen-specific challenges.

Students can be referred by a guardian or designated staff member and participate in weekly video therapy sessions. The therapists will work with students until they achieve their therapy goals, or they can help connect the family with long-term mental health services in the community if needed. 

Learn how to opt your students into this service. 

🥗 New School Lunch Menu Options 

FCPS' Food and Nutrition Services team will be rolling out improvements to the menu that better reflect the diversity of our student body and focus on fresh, healthy food. Learn about FCPS’ new menu options.

⚠️ Know Our Security Terms

FCPS uses specific terminology to specify the actions school staff and students should take to ensure safety in a variety of situations. It is important for staff, families, and students to understand what the different terms mean and how they impact school operations.

Watch this video to learn more about the definitions of the security terms: lockdown; secure the building; and stay put, stay tuned. If students, staff, or community members have a safety concern at school (that is not an immediate emergency), they should submit a tip to the FCPS Safety Tipline. In an emergency, please call 9-1-1.  

🎓 College Fair and Postsecondary Virtual Events

High school students and their families are invited to attend the annual FCPS College Fair and virtual postsecondary events. The College Fair will feature admissions representatives from more than 250 colleges and universities from across the United States and abroad. The fair will be held at George Mason University’s Eagle Bank Arena on Sunday, October 15, 4-7 p.m. 

Postsecondary Virtual Nights will be held on Monday, October 16, and Tuesday, October 17, 5-8 p.m. The virtual event will feature workshops related to the college admissions process, financial aid, and other postsecondary educational opportunities. 

Students are highly encouraged to register in advance for these events. 

Recognitions

Congratulations to the Chantilly Golf team who competed in the State Championship at Heritage Oaks in Harrisonburg. Chantilly finished in 4th place as a team and Connor McCarthy finished tied for 4th overall and was named to the All State Team. Congratulations to the team of Gavin Jones, Connor McCarthy, Patrick O'Rourke, Kaushal Kuchimanchi, Thomas Mattock and Logan Owens on a great season!

 

On October 20 and 23, please join the Chantilly French Department in giving a Charger welcome to the Chantilly-Strasbourg French Exchange Students!

Community Celebrations and Holidays

September 15 - October 15 - National Hispanic Heritage Month

From September 15 to October 15, FCPS recognizes and celebrates the histories and cultures of the members of our community who trace their heritage to Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Learn more about National Hispanic Heritage Month.

October - LGBTQIA+ History Month LGBTQIA+ History Month is recognized in October nationwide. We acknowledge and celebrate that LGBTQIA+ students, staff, and families are an integral component of our nation. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.  Disability History and Awareness Month In Virginia during October, Disability History and Awareness activities provide an opportunity to create greater public awareness for individuals with disabilities, with the goal of full inclusion in our community. 

Chantilly on Social Media

Follow all of our Chantilly HS Social Media to keep up with the most updated Charger news, kudos, and recognitions. We post announcements regularly throughout the week including our bell schedule every Monday.   
Facebook: /ChantillyHighSchool
Instagram: @chantilly_hs
X (Twitter): @chantilly_hs

SY 2023-2024 - Dates to Note:

Wednesday, November 22nd-Friday, November 24th - Thanksgiving Break

Monday, December 18th-Monday, January 1st - Winter Break

Monday, March 25th-Friday, March 29th - Spring Break

Friday, June 7 - Class of 2024 Graduation, 9:30 AM, no school grades 9-11

Wednesday, June 12th - Last Day of School

The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

  FCPS Cares - Recognize Chantilly Employees!

 The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for families, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story, so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees at Chantilly HS School. We love our staff members; let's tell them how we feel!

Quick Links

• Chantilly High School 
• SIS ParentVue Account Access
• Request ParentVue Account
• CHS A/B Calendar
• Mental Health Resources
• Parent IT Support Portal  
• Parent Resource Center

4201 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151 | Main Office: 703-222-8100
Attendance | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Oct. Dates to Note:

Sept. 15-Oct. 15:  National Hispanic Heritage Month

Oct. 2-7: Homecoming Week! A Knight in Vegas

Oct. 6: Homecoming Parade  - 4:30pm - Greenbriar Shopping Center to GBWES

Taste of Chantilly - 5pm - CHS Tennis Courts

Homecoming Football Game - 7pm vs. Herndon HS

Oct. 7: Homecoming Dance - 7:30pm - CHS Gymnasium

Oct. 9: Indigenous Peoples’ Day (Staff Development Day) Student Holiday

Oct. 11: PSAT/NMSQT/SAT

Charger Connect can be translated in other languages. Visit HERE to read more.

A note from Dr. Goodloe

Dear Charger Families,

Homecoming week has been a HUGE success with so many students and staff sharing their spirit and excitement by dressing for spirit days, participating in hallway and door decorating contests, as well as the Pep Train before school today. I know I am looking forward to the opportunity to connect with our students, families and community at our Homecoming parade today which begins at Greenbriar Shopping Center at 4:30 PM followed by the Taste of Chantilly on the tennis courts at 5 PM.  I hope to see you!

PSAT/SAT Day - October 11:

FCPS will be offering PSAT and SAT tests for students on Wednesday, October 11.  Please read the important reminders about the day below. It is an unscheduled day for all 9th grade students and 12th grade students who are not taking the SAT and they do not report to school. Dismissal will be at 12:55 PM. Please remind your students to bring their updated and fully charged FCPS Chromebook!

Save the Date! Pyramid Night - October 20

We will hosting our first Pyramid Night of the year on October 20 at the home football game versus Centreville HS. We encourage students from our feeder elementary and middle schools to attend the game and show their school spirit by wearing their school colors and spirit wear. Admission to the game for students from our pyramid schools is free with a paying adult!  More information will be shared after Homecoming about this fun event.

Please be sure to take a look at the Chargers Headlines below to keep up to date with deadlines and access important resources. 

I look forward to connecting with you at Chantilly very soon.

Amy T. Goodloe, Ed.D.

Principal, Chantilly HS

Lead the CHARGE!

[email protected]

@DrGoodloe

703-222-8100

Wednesday, October 11 PSAT/SAT Two – Hour Early Release Day 9th graders and 12th graders not taking the SAT do not report to school. Digital PSAT/NMSQT for 10th and 11th grade students Please bring the FCPS issued fully charged laptop. SAT School for Day for senior who opted in

Students without a laptop or who run out of charge will have to be picked by a parent or guardian since we do have any additional loaners.

Open lunch begins at 12:15 p.m.

All busses will leave at 12:55

There will be no late bus.

Charger Headlines: National Honor Society Membership Application Deadline

10th-12th grade students with a GPA of 3.5 or higher received a message in their fcpsschools.net email this week with an invitation to apply for membership in the National Honor Society(NHS) at Chantilly.  Students who wish to be considered for membership must complete the required membership tasks by 11:59 PM on November 9, 2023.  The membership application includes three 250 word responses, student resume, and submission of the $25 NHS membership fee through Myschoolbucks.  Continued membership in NHS and the receipt of a NHS Graduation Cord requires students to maintain a 3.5 GPA, demonstrate leadership and character, and complete a minimum of 25 hours of service each year of membership. All membership hours must be submitted through X2Vol and indicate that they are for NHS hours.   An induction ceremony will be held in January 2024 for all NHS Seniors.  More details regarding induction will be shared in December 2023.

If you have any questions, please contact Amy Parmentier, Director of Student Services  [email protected]. 

Chromebook Health Check

This week, our Chargers completed a Chromebook Health check to make sure their device has the latest software updates. This is especially important for our students who will be taking the digital PSAT/NMSQT on Wednesday, October 11. Please have your student complete the health check at home using these directions if they did not complete the update at school.  Thank you so much for your support!

PSAT/NMSQT and SAT School Day

The district will offer access to the PSAT/NMSQT and SAT School Day for rising 10th through 12th grade students at no cost to families. Exams will be held at each high school on Wednesday, October 11th. Wednesday, October 11, 2023 will be an “Unscheduled Day” for 9th graders.

Social and Emotional Learning Screener Offered in October

One of the ways FCPS supports the mental wellness of all students is the SEL Screener.  

The screener is offered to all students in grades 3-12 in October and again in February or March. It addresses skills like achieving goals, understanding and managing emotions, establishing and maintaining relationships with adults and peers, and making responsible decisions. 

The SEL Screener also helps students evaluate their school community’s efforts to make them feel valued, included, and supported. Screener data is used to create the learning, experiences, and environments students need to be successful. Key updates to the screener this year include:

• Different versions for students in grades 3-5 and 6-12. 
• Fewer topics with more questions to provide schools and families with more data to support planning. 
• Additional questions aligned with FCPS’ commitment to educational equity.  

SEL Screener results are sent to families via postal mail. Families who wish to opt their child out should complete the opt-out form in the Annual Notice packet or in SIS ParentVUE. 

For more information, please visit the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage or contact your child’s school. 

Please note that the SEL Screener differs from the anonymous Fairfax County Youth Survey.

Supporting Your Child’s Mental Health

Children go through a lot of changes, and it can be hard to tell if their behavior is developmentally appropriate or if they could benefit from mental health support. It’s important to talk to your child and pay attention to their actions, especially these warning signs:

• Increased irritability, hyperactivity, energy, and/or aggressive behavior.
• Excessive sadness, hopelessness, or worries.
• Loss of appetite, or significant weight gain or loss.
• Lack of sleep or too much sleep.
• A decline in grades, school avoidance, or attendance concerns.
• Alcohol or drug use.
• Withdrawal from activities and/or friends and family. 
• Thoughts of harming themselves or others.

If you notice any of these warning signs or feel your child may be experiencing a mental health challenge, help is available. All Fairfax County public schools have at least one school counselor, school psychologist, and school social worker.

Please reach out to one of these staff members to discuss your concerns and identify resources. Call your school or visit their website for staff members’ contact information. Find additional information to support your child’s wellness. 

If you or someone you care about is experiencing a mental health crisis such as thoughts of harming themselves or others, please take action right away. Call 988, go to the nearest emergency room, or contact the Sharon Bulova Center for Community Health Emergency Services at 703-573-5679.

No Cost Therapy for High Schoolers

High school students can access virtual mental health services at no cost through an FCPS program with Hazel Health. Hazel Health therapists are licensed and also trained in teen-specific challenges.

Students can be referred by a guardian or designated staff member and participate in weekly video therapy sessions. The therapists will work with students until they achieve their therapy goals, or they can help connect the family with long-term mental health services in the community if needed. 

Learn how to opt your students into this service. 

Recognitions

Thank you and Congratulations to Sidd Mohan (pictured above). Sidd completed his Eagle Scout project at Chantilly High School with Scout Troop 1548. Sidd painted several CHS sheds purple and white and repaired damaged areas. Chantilly would like to thank Sidd, the Mohan Family, and Scout Troop 1548 for their time, hard work and investment in Chantilly’s beautification. We are excited for this excellent upgrade!

Congratulations to English Teacher and Yearbook Sponsor Luc Nguyen who recently was recognized with the WAJTA Washington and Lee Award for his contributions to Journalism Education in his first five years.

On October 20 and 23, please join the Chantilly French Department in giving a Charger welcome to the Chantilly-Strasbourg French Exchange Students!

Community Celebrations and Holidays

September 15 - October 15 - National Hispanic Heritage Month

From September 15 to October 15, FCPS recognizes and celebrates the histories and cultures of the members of our community who trace their heritage to Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Learn more about National Hispanic Heritage Month.

October - LGBTQIA+ History Month LGBTQIA+ History Month is recognized in October nationwide. We acknowledge and celebrate that LGBTQIA+ students, staff, and families are an integral component of our nation. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.  Disability History and Awareness Month In Virginia during October, Disability History and Awareness activities provide an opportunity to create greater public awareness for individuals with disabilities, with the goal of full inclusion in our community. 

Chantilly on Social Media

Follow all of our Chantilly HS Social Media to keep up with the most updated Charger news, kudos, and recognitions. We post announcements regularly throughout the week including our bell schedule every Monday.   
Facebook: /ChantillyHighSchool
Instagram: @chantilly_hs
X (Twitter): @chantilly_hs

SY 2023-2024 - Dates to Note:

Friday, October 6th - Homecoming Parade, Taste of Chantilly, Homecoming Football Game vs Herndon

Saturday, October 7th - Homecoming Dance

Wednesday, October 11th - PSAT/NMSQT and SAT School Day (Unscheduled day for Freshmen)

Wednesday, November 22nd-Friday, November 24th - Thanksgiving Break

Monday, December 18th-Monday, January 1st - Winter Break

Monday, March 25th-Friday, March 29th - Spring Break

Friday, June 7 - Class of 2024 Graduation, 9:30 AM, no school grades 9-11

Wednesday, June 12th - Last Day of School

The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

  FCPS Cares - Recognize Chantilly Employees!

 The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for families, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story, so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees at Chantilly HS School. We love our staff members; let's tell them how we feel!

Quick Links

• Chantilly High School 
• SIS ParentVue Account Access
• Request ParentVue Account
• CHS A/B Calendar
• Mental Health Resources
• Parent IT Support Portal  
• Parent Resource Center

4201 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151 | Main Office: 703-222-8100
Attendance | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Sept./Oct. Dates to Note:

Sept. 15-Oct. 15:  National Hispanic Heritage Month

Sept. 23 - Oct. 1:  Blue Star Welcome Week 

Oct. 2-7: Homecoming Week! A Knight in Vegas

Oct. 6: Homecoming Parade  - 4:30pm - Greenbriar Shopping Center to GBWES

Taste of Chantilly - 5pm - CHS Tennis Courts

Homecoming Football Game - 7 PM vs. Herndon HS

Oct. 9: Indigenous Peoples’ Day (Staff Development Day) Student Holiday

Oct. 11: PSAT/NMSQT/SAT

Charger Connect can be translated in other languages. Visit HERE to read more.

A note from Dr. Goodloe

Dear Charger Families,

It has been a wonderful week full of connections at Chantilly High School. It has been a pleasure to see our Chargers in action in the classroom, after school in our many clubs and at athletics events including our home Freshman and JV football games and cheer competitions held this week at South Lakes High School.

Our first principal's coffee held earlier this week was a success! We had great attendance and conversation around the successful opening of the school year, changes to schedules and communication, as well as sharing feedback on where we can continue to grow together as a school community. I will be hosting family engagement opportunities throughout the school year and will vary the times and formats to allow for more community members to attend. We value your feedback. I encourage you to share your observations, suggestions, questions and celebrations with me here. 

I also had the opportunity to meet some new families at our first PTSA general membership meeting of the year Thursday evening. We are appreciative of the partnership with our PTSA , as well as all of our Booster Clubs who provide volunteers and generous support to our students, staff and the community.  I encourage you to join and get connected by following the links included above and JOIN! Thank you for helping us Lead the CHARGE!

Homecoming Week

There is definitely a lot of excitement in the air as we prepare for Homecoming week next week. Please be sure to check with your students about spirit days, hallway decorating by class, and purchasing tickets during lunches so that you are in the know.  I am looking forward to the opportunity to connect with you at our community events next week including the parade, Taste of Chantilly and the football game on Friday, October 6 and celebrating with our students at the dance Saturday, October 7.

Save the Date! Pyramid Night - October 20

We will be hosting our first Pyramid Night of the year on October 20 at the home football game versus Centreville HS. We encourage students from our feeder elementary and middle schools to attend the game and show their school spirit by wearing their school colors and spirit wear. Admission to the game for students from our pyramid schools is free with a paying adult!  More information will be shared after Homecoming about this fun event.

Please be sure to take a look at the Chargers Headlines below to keep up to date with deadlines and access important resources. 

I look forward to connecting with you at Chantilly very soon.

Amy T. Goodloe, Ed.D.

Principal, Chantilly HS

Lead the CHARGE!

[email protected]

@DrGoodloe

703-222-8100

Charger Headlines:

PSAT/NMSQT and SAT School Day

The district will offer access to the PSAT/NMSQT and SAT School Day for rising 10th through 12th grade students at no cost to families. Exams will be held at each high school on Wednesday, October 11th. Wednesday, October 11, 2023 will be an “Unscheduled Day” for 9th graders.

Student Late Buses

Did you know that there are late buses available for students who stay after school on Mondays and Thursdays each week?  The runs and stops are different from a student's regular bus assignment and leave Chantilly between 4:40 and as late as 5:30. We encourage students to stay after school for activities and extra support from teachers and access bus transportation as needed. If you would like your student to arrive home more quickly, you may want to arrange for an alternate form of transportation.

We All Belong at School - Attendance Matters!

It’s Attendance Awareness Month. Each one of us is unique, and every student matters. If your student is having a difficult time attending class, please speak with a trusted adult at school. There are solutions. 

Watch this video to see how everyone belongs at school. Visit our Attendance webpage for resources on attendance. Attend today, achieve tomorrow!

Social and Emotional Learning Screener Offered in October

One of the ways FCPS supports the mental wellness of all students is the SEL Screener.  

The screener is offered to all students in grades 3-12 in October and again in February or March. It addresses skills like achieving goals, understanding and managing emotions, establishing and maintaining relationships with adults and peers, and making responsible decisions. 

The SEL Screener also helps students evaluate their school community’s efforts to make them feel valued, included, and supported. Screener data is used to create the learning, experiences, and environments students need to be successful. Key updates to the screener this year include:

• Different versions for students in grades 3-5 and 6-12. 
• Fewer topics with more questions to provide schools and families with more data to support planning. 
• Additional questions aligned with FCPS’ commitment to educational equity.  

SEL Screener results are sent to families via postal mail. Families who wish to opt their child out should complete the opt-out form in the Annual Notice packet or in SIS ParentVUE. 

For more information, please visit the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage or contact your child’s school. 

Please note that the SEL Screener differs from the anonymous Fairfax County Youth Survey.

Chromebook Health Check

This week, our Chargers completed a Chromebook Health check to make sure their device has the latest software updates. This is especially important for our students who will be taking the digital PSAT/NMSQT on Wednesday, October 11. Please have your student complete the health check at home using these directions if they did not complete the update at school.  Thank you so much for your support!

Recognitions 2024 National Merit Scholarship Program Commended Scholars:

Congratulations to the following 51 Chantilly students who have been recognized by the National Merit Scholarship Program as Commended Scholars for their exceptional academic promise and outstanding performance:

Sahitya R Balguri, Arjun M Bangalore, Frank Chang, John P Chernisky, Christine S Choi, Kylor B Chou, Clarisse s D’Costa, Rudra B Dave, Jonas E Denenberg, Dishitha Dhakshin, Sara Gupta, Gabriela S Gutierrez, Molly P Hogan, Nicholas E Hope, Eva H Jaber, Ashley Jacob, Navin T Kariawasam, Abhigna Koochana, Remi G Ladia, Caroline S Lattanze, Griffin E Lewandowski, Rosabel Liu, Angela Y Lu, Vijay N Mahimtura, Haaris H Mallick, Sriram V Nallani, Abigail C Nave, Peter T Nguyen, Haley S Oeur, Sameera R Pasham, Mason M Phan, Sai A Prabhu, Anisha S Pulla, William C Read, William B Reinitz, Anuj R Sanjay, Hansini Sattineni, Mallina P Shah, Oishee Sinha, Ivan So, Shrinithi R Sundararaman Velvizh, Pratheek V Tangirala, Kaitlyn E Tarry, Joseph T Tsuji, Abhinav Vadlamani, Mira Yeoh, Allison E Yoon, Zareena Yussouff, Jahin M Zaman, Andy H Zhang, Arsenii Zharkov

WTOP Player of the Week - Avery Chow

Each week, WTOP selects one student athlete to be featured on air and online as our Player of the Week. Last week’s (9/22) WTOP Player of the Week was Avery Chow of Chantilly High School in Chantilly, Virginia.

Chow is a senior at Chantilly and has played football for the school since his freshman year, lining up at positions all over the field. Last year, he was selected as an honorable mention in the Concorde District’s All-District team as a linebacker.

This season is Chow’s first as a full-time running back for the Chargers. In his first four games this season, Chow has racked up 676 yards and 9 touchdowns on the ground, according to MaxPreps. During the first two weeks, Chow tallied a staggering 451 rushing yards and 6 TDs. He’s reached the 100-yard rushing mark each game this season.

Read more here

Community Celebrations and Holidays

September 15 - October 15 - National Hispanic Heritage Month

From September 15 to October 15, FCPS recognizes and celebrates the histories and cultures of the members of our community who trace their heritage to Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Learn more about National Hispanic Heritage Month.

September 28-30 - ChuSeok/Korean Thanksgiving: Happy Chuseok to our Korean community. Chuseok, also known as the Korean Thanksgiving, is a day to express gratitude to the ancestors for a bountiful harvest.

October - LGBTQIA+ History Month LGBTQIA+ History Month is recognized in October nationwide. We acknowledge and celebrate that LGBTQIA+ students, staff, and families are an integral component of our nation. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.  Disability History and Awareness Month In Virginia during October, Disability History and Awareness activities provide an opportunity to create greater public awareness for individuals with disabilities, with the goal of full inclusion in our community. 

Chantilly on Social Media

Follow all of our Chantilly HS Social Media to keep up with the most updated Charger news, kudos, and recognitions. We post announcements regularly throughout the week including our bell schedule every Monday.   
Facebook: /ChantillyHighSchool
Instagram: @chantilly_hs
X (Twitter): @chantilly_hs

SY 2023-2024 - Dates to Note:

Friday, October 6th - Homecoming Parade, Taste of Chantilly, Homecoming Football Game vs Herndon

Saturday, October 7th - Homecoming Dance

Wednesday, October 11th - PSAT/NMSQT and SAT School Day (Unscheduled day for Freshmen)

Wednesday, November 22nd-Friday, November 24th - Thanksgiving Break

Monday, December 18th-Monday, January 1st - Winter Break

Monday, March 25th-Friday, March 29th - Spring Break

Friday, June 7 - Class of 2024 Graduation, 9:30 AM, no school grades 9-11

Wednesday, June 12th - Last Day of School

The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

  FCPS Cares - Recognize Chantilly Employees!

 The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for families, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story, so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees at Chantilly HS School. We love our staff members; let's tell them how we feel!

Quick Links

• Chantilly High School 
• SIS ParentVue Account Access
• Request ParentVue Account
• CHS A/B Calendar
• Mental Health Resources
• Parent IT Support Portal  
• Parent Resource Center

4201 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151 | Main Office: 703-222-8100
Attendance | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Coffee with Dr. Goodloe

Welcome Coffee - September 27, 8:30 AM

Please join Chantilly principal, Dr. Goodloe and members of the staff for coffee and conversation on Wednesday, September 27, at 8:30am. All parents and caregivers are welcome!  As part of Blue Star Welcome Week, we also want to welcome our military affiliated families to our school community.  We hope you will plan to attend.  Please RSVP so that we may plan for space and refreshments. I look forward to connecting with you

Quick Links

• Chantilly High School 
• SIS ParentVue Account Access
• Request ParentVue Account
• CHS A/B Calendar
• Mental Health Resources
• Parent IT Support Portal  
• Parent Resource Center

4201 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151 | Main Office: 703-222-8100
Attendance | Web | Twitter | Facebook

September Dates to Note:

Sept. 15-Oct. 15:  National Hispanic Heritage Month

Sept. 23 - Oct. 1:  Blue Star Welcome Week 

Sept.  25: School Holiday -  Religious Observance -Yom Kippur

Sept. 27:   Coffee with Dr. Goodloe, 8:30 AM Please RSVP

Sept. 28:   PTSA Meeting, 6:30 PM All are welcome!

Charger Connect can be translated in other languages. Visit HERE to read more.

A note from Dr. Goodloe

Dear Charger Families,

It is great to be a Chantilly Charger! This week there has been so much positive energy at school in the hallways, classrooms and at activities as we continue to make connections as a school community. Students and faculty enjoyed our first Wellness Fair of the year during Charger Connect which included opportunities for all Chargers to take a wellness break inside or outside of the building. Pickleball, Kickball, Soccer and Walking the track were popular options. Many students enjoyed board games in the library, while others created in Art spaces, and others socialized with friends.  In the words of one of our Seniors, “no matter how old you are, you always need recess!”

I had the wonderful opportunity to hear inspiring stories from several student leaders from Chantilly and other FCPS high schools at the Student Equity Ambassador Leaders (SEALS) kickoff. We can learn so much from our students when we empower them to share their voices and advocate on behalf of their peers. I am excited for the partnership with our Chantilly leaders.

About 150 students across grade levels connected during our Student Mentoring Kick-off earlier today.  Student leaders and new mentees forged connections as they met new people and shared strategies for supporting one another to feel welcomed and a sense of belonging at CHS. If you would like to know more about our peer mentoring program, please reach out!

The Chantilly Faculty and Staff is looking forward to connecting ahead of our home football game against Madison HS at a pre-game BBQ. I am truly looking forward to sharing time with my colleagues and our families this evening over dinner and then at the game. I hope to see many of our Charger families later this evening. 

Welcome Coffee - September 27, 8:30 AM

As we start the new school year, please join me and members of our staff for coffee and conversation on Wednesday, September 27, at 8:30am. All parents and caregivers are welcome!  As part of Blue Star Welcome Week, we also want to welcome our military affiliated families to our school community.  I hope you will plan to attend.  Please RSVP so that we may plan for space and refreshments. I look forward to connecting with you.

Upcoming Meeting - Join PTSA!

The first general membership PTSA meeting of the 23-24 school year will be held on Thursday, September 23 at 6:30 PM in room 123. All Chantilly families, caregivers, community members, and students are welcome at the meetings and are encouraged to join the PTSA. Visit the PTSA website to learn more about the great support provided for our school, students, faculty and community and the options for membership. PTSA is great opportunity to connect with the Chantilly community.

We value your feedback. Share your observations, suggestions, questions and celebrations with me here. I look forward to connecting with you at Chantilly very soon.

Amy T. Goodloe, Ed.D.

Principal, Chantilly HS

[email protected]

@DrGoodloe

703-222-8100

Charger Headlines:

Student Late Buses

Did you know that there are late buses available for students who stay after school on Mondays and Thursdays each week?  The runs and stops are different from a student's regular bus assignment and leave Chantilly between 4:40 and as late as 5:30. We encourage students to stay after school for activities and extra support from teachers and access bus transportation as needed. If you would like your student to arrive home more quickly, you may want to arrange for an alternate form of transportation.

We All Belong at School - Attendance Matters!

It’s Attendance Awareness Month. Each one of us is unique, and every student matters. If your student is having a difficult time attending class, please speak with a trusted adult at school. There are solutions. 

Watch this video to see how everyone belongs at school. Visit our Attendance webpage for resources on attendance. Attend today, achieve tomorrow!

Student Rights and Responsibilities Acknowledgement Due

FCPS’ updated Student Rights and Responsibility (SR&R) booklet is available online and in SIS ParentVUE. The SR&R booklet explains expectations for student behavior, and adult responses to enhance school safety and to create a fair, equitable, and supportive school environment. 

Each year, we ask parents/caregivers to review and sign the SR&R. The SR&R will be visible upon logging in to SIS ParentVUE until the SR&R acknowledgment has been completed.

Signatures are due by Friday, September 29. Please contact our front office if you are having difficulty accessing the booklet. Visit the SIS ParentVUE Account Overview webpage for help logging in to your account.

September Community Celebrations and Holidays

September 15 - October 15 - National Hispanic Heritage Month

From September 15 to October 15, FCPS recognizes and celebrates the histories and cultures of the members of our community who trace their heritage to Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Learn more about National Hispanic Heritage Month.

18-22 - National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week

20 - National Voter Registration Day 

September 23 to October 1 - Blue Star Welcome Week: Blue Star Welcome Week is a nationwide initiative to ensure military families feel a sense of belonging to their school communities. Fairfax County Public Schools will be intentionally celebrating and acknowledging Blue Star Welcome Week.

25 - Yom Kippur: All FCPS schools and offices will be closed on Monday, September 25, for Yom Kippur, the holiest day in Judaism. See the complete school year calendar. Learn more about Yom Kippur on Brittanica.com.

28-30 - ChuSeok/Korean Thanksgiving: Happy Chuseok to our Korean community. Chuseok, also known as the Korean Thanksgiving, is a day to express gratitude to the ancestors for a bountiful harvest.

Chantilly on Social Media

Follow all of our Chantilly HS Social Media to keep up with the most updated Charger news, kudos, and recognitions. We post announcements regularly throughout the week including our bell schedule every Monday.   
Facebook: /ChantillyHighSchool
Instagram: @chantilly_hs
X (Twitter): @chantilly_hs

SY 2023-2024 - Dates to Note:

Friday, October 6th - Homecoming Parade, Taste of Chantilly, Homecoming Football Game vs Herndon

Saturday, October 7th - Homecoming Dance

Wednesday, October 11th - PSAT/NMSQT and SAT School Day (Unscheduled day for Freshmen)

Wednesday, November 22nd-Friday, November 24th - Thanksgiving Break

Monday, December 18th-Monday, January 1st - Winter Break

Monday, March 25th-Friday, March 29th - Spring Break

Friday, June 7 - Class of 2024 Graduation, 9:30 AM, no school grades 9-11

Wednesday, June 12th - Last Day of School

The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

  FCPS Cares - Recognize Chantilly Employees!

 The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for families, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story, so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees at Chantilly HS School. We love our staff members; let's tell them how we feel!

Quick Links

• Chantilly High School 
• SIS ParentVue Account Access
• Request ParentVue Account
• CHS A/B Calendar
• Mental Health Resources
• Parent IT Support Portal  
• Parent Resource Center

4201 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151 | Main Office: 703-222-8100
Attendance | Web | Twitter | Facebook

September Dates to Note:

Sept. 17:  Asha-Jyothi Fun Run - Register here

Sept. 15:  Rosh Hashanah 

Sept. 15-Oct. 15:  National Hispanic Heritage Month

Sept. 23 - Oct. 1:  Blue Star Welcome Week 

Sept.  25: School Holiday -  Religious Observance -Yom Kippur

Sept. 27:  New Family Welcome Coffee with Dr. Goodloe, 8:30 AM

Please RSVP

Charger Connect can be translated in other languages. Visit HERE to read more.

A note from Dr. Goodloe

Dear Charger Families,

What a great week to be a Charger!  We are starting to get a bit of a taste of fall with cooler temperatures and school is definitely in full swing. Many of our Chantilly clubs held interest meetings this week. We encourage all of our students to get connected and find activities and people they enjoy.  We also began Charger Connect (formerly CT) this week. Our Charger Connect period on A days provides students opportunities to meet with teacher, catch up on work, or take a break during the school day. You can read more about it below.

Welcome Coffee - September 27, 8:30 AM

As we start the new school year, please join me and members of our staff for coffee and conversation on Wednesday, September 27, at 8:30am. All parents and caregivers are welcome!  As part of Blue Star Welcome Week, we also want to welcome our military affiliated families to our school community.  I hope you will plan to attend.  Please RSVP so that we may plan for space and refreshments. I look forward to connecting with you.

Asha Jyothi - 5k Fun Run/Walk -  Sunday, September 17

Chantilly HS is grateful to our community partner Asha-Jyothi for their ongoing support of innovation and student programs in our Chantilly Pyramid community and beyond. Chantilly HS benefitted from the generous donation from Asha-Jyothi that funded the implementation of the Innovation Lab in our school library.

We encourage you to get involved to support the work of Asha-Jyothi by registering to participate in the annual 5k Fun Run/Walk on September 17.  Registration fees from Chantilly affiliated staff, students and families will be donated back to the school to support our programs. Register here

Use discount code: aj4schools 

Digital Resources Consent - Please review:

At CHS, teachers will use a variety of digital resources to help students learn during the 2023-24 school year. These digital resources have been checked and approved by Fairfax County Public Schools. Please provide your consent for your student to use these resources through the Parent Digital Consent System.  https://digitalconsent.fcps.edu/ispb/is01/r/pdcp/login?session=3019565079401 

This parental consent will only need to be completed once a year and will apply for all your students' courses.

We value your feedback. Share your observations, suggestions, questions and celebrations with me here. I look forward to connecting with you at Chantilly very soon.

Amy T. Goodloe, Ed.D.

Principal, Chantilly HS

[email protected]

@DrGoodloe

703-222-8100

Charger Headlines: 264 FCPS Students Named 2024 National Merit Semifinalists

Two hundred sixty-four FCPS students from 15 high schools have been named Semifinalists by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation for 2024. See the full list of student awardees. Congratulations to our Chantilly students:  

• Rashi Adhikari, Julian Cerniello, Jonathan Han, Leona Kim, Joshua Kwon, Tanisha Lanka, Navya Mandava, Sebastian Nowicki, Rhea Rajmanna, Siddhi Surawkar, Anika Umaselvan, Jason Yoo, Tyler Zarybnisky

What's New: Charger Connect (formerly CT)

Charger Connect (CC) is an opportunity to build connections and relationships. SEL lessons will be implemented throughout the school year. When there is no scheduled CC (SEL) lesson on the A/B calendar, Charger Connect will function as what is formerly known as “Charger Time” with the support of E-Hall Pass. Students can get help from the teacher they are assigned to, get help from a teacher in another classroom using E-Hall Pass, have a 40 minute study hall in the classroom they are sitting in or assigned to, take a mental break, catch up on homework, retake a quiz/test in the classroom or the new Testing Lab (library), use Tutor.com, attend a club meeting using E-Hall Pass, access peer tutoring using E-Hall Pass, or go the library using E-Hall Pass. We are excited to offer many options for student engagement and support during Charger Connect.

FCPS Issued Laptop Health Check

Please remember to bring your charged FCPS issued device to CC6 on Friday, September 22. All students will be completing a Health check. This will be especially important for any 10th and 11th grade students that will be taking the PSAT on October 11 at Chantilly.  All PSATs must be taken on an FCPS laptop.

Important Forms for Caregivers to Complete:

• ✔️ Caregiver Checklist: Have You Completed These Important Forms? 

During the first weeks of the year, caregivers receive many forms to complete. Several of the most important ones are below:

1. Digital Resources Consent: Some FCPS-approved digital resources require parent/caregiver consent before they can be used by students. Find the list of resources which require consent on the Digital Resources - Parent Consent page. This page also includes directions on how to provide permission.
2. Student Rights and Responsibilities: This document explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses. Parents using SIS ParentVUE will be prompted to sign the document when they log in to that platform. A printable version of the document with a signature sheet is available on the SR&R webpage.
3. Opt-Outs: The Opt-Out Booklet is online or available from your child’s school. It contains information on: 
1. Parents’ rights to inspect and consent or opt out before their child participates in certain surveys.
2. Parents’ rights to inspect instructional materials.
3. Rules regarding student records and disclosure of student information (including photo/video of students) and the right to opt out.

Parents’ rights to opt out of the Social Emotional Learning Screener, physical exams not required by state law, career or social emotional counseling, Library Equity Access Pass Project, and/or Tutor.com.

Substance Abuse Prevention

Each school pyramid has a Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist (SAPS) assigned to provide substance abuse prevention, education, and intervention services. Substance Abuse Prevention Specialists are part of the FCPS Office of Student Safety and Wellness. Like school social workers, school psychologists, and school counselors, we do not provide treatment services, but we support students while they are in the buildings. AFTER CHECKING THE NARCAN BOXES IN THE AED BOXES, PLEASE LET ME IF YOU NEED ANY ADDITIONAL BOXES OR IF YOUR SUPPLY IS UP TO DATE.

Key roles of a Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist:

• Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drug education for students, parents, staff, and Community
• Intervention services upon violation of the Student Rights and Responsibilities handbook or suspected substance use involvement.
• Assessing a student’s level of substance use and, if appropriate, making referrals to the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board for additional services or other community resources as appropriate
• Group and individual interventions for students and in addition prevention services for students, staff, parents, and the Fairfax County community
• Building positive relationships with students to provide support and encouragement

Resources:

Free Virtual Parent Support Group

Free Online Narcan Training for Opioid Overdoses (English & Spanish)

Free Lock Boxes for Medications & Firearms

Spiritual Support by Phone for Adults

Spanish Podcast: Tips on How Parents Play an Important Role in Substance Abuse Prevention

Juvenile Court Parent Support Group

For general questions about the FCPS Substance Abuse Prevention Program, please contact the Office of Student Safety & Wellness at: (571) 423-4270.

For more information & Support: Stacey King, MSW, M.Ed- [email protected]

Recognitions

Congratulations to Brittanye Mohrbacher! She has been recognized as an employee who shows that FCPS Cares.

My child has had Mrs. Mohrbacher as her History teacher and Debate coach for 2 yrs. Last year, Mrs. Mohrbacher stepped up to lead our Debate and Model Judiciary teams, resulting in multiple state and national awards for our Chantilly community. Mrs. Mohrbacher's previous experiences and passion for civic engagement are reflective in her U.S. Government courses. She engages all learners using contemporary teaching methods. Her Global classroom idea was loved by all, as a result the government team-lead has embraced the new Project-Based Learning AP curriculum and Global Classroom Projects to link our students with others aboard. Overall, she is a calm and compassionate educator committed to the success of FCPS students.

This information is posted on the September 2023 FCPS CARES webpage, accessible at https://www.fcps.edu/news/fcps-cares-september-2023 . Thank you for your excellent service to FCPS and best wishes for continued success.

 

CHS Drama student volunteer with Food For Neighbors

Students from the CHS drama department came to the rescue assisting Food for Neighbors last weekend. FFN collected and sorted 2729 pounds of food, from 216 donors in the Centreville and Chantilly areas on Saturday! The CHS Drama students delivered 29 bins of food to the CHS Food Pantry! Great work Chargers!

September Community Celebrations and Holidays

4 - Labor Day

11 - Sept. 11 Commemoration/Patriot Day

15- Oct. 15 - National Hispanic Heritage Month

From September 15 to October 15, FCPS recognizes and celebrates the histories and cultures of the members of our community who trace their heritage to Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Learn more about National Hispanic Heritage Month.

15 - Rosh Hashanah: Friday, September 15, is a half-O day in recognition of Rosh Hashanah, which begins at sundown. Half-O days are full school days, but important events will not be held after school on those days. See the complete school year calendar.

17 - Constitution Day: Constitution Day, also known as Citizenship Day, is a holiday that recognizes the adoption of the U.S. Constitution and honors all of those who are citizens, as well as those who have become citizens of the United States. It is observed on September 17, the day on which the constitution was adopted in 1787

18-22 - National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week

20 - National Voter Registration Day 

September 23 to October 1 - Blue Star Welcome Week: Blue Star Welcome Week is a nationwide initiative to ensure military families feel a sense of belonging to their school communities. Fairfax County Public Schools will be intentionally celebrating and acknowledging Blue Star Welcome Week.

25 - Yom Kippur: All FCPS schools and offices will be closed on Monday, September 25, for Yom Kippur, the holiest day in Judaism. See the complete school year calendar. Learn more about Yom Kippur on Brittanica.com.

28-30 - ChuSeok/Korean Thanksgiving: Happy Chuseok to our Korean community. Chuseok, also known as the Korean Thanksgiving, is a day to express gratitude to the ancestors for a bountiful harvest.

Chantilly on Social Media

Follow all of our Chantilly HS Social Media to keep up with the most updated Charger news, kudos, and recognitions. We post announcements regularly throughout the week including our bell schedule every Monday.   
Facebook: /ChantillyHighSchool
Instagram: @chantilly_hs
X (Twitter): @chantilly_hs

SY 2023-2024 - Dates to Note:

Friday, October 6th - Homecoming Parade, Taste of Chantilly, Homecoming Football Game vs Herndon

Saturday, October 7th - Homecoming Dance

Wednesday, October 11th - PSAT/NMSQT and SAT School Day (Unscheduled day for Freshmen)

Wednesday, November 22nd-Friday, November 24th - Thanksgiving Break

Monday, December 18th-Monday, January 1st - Winter Break

Monday, March 25th-Friday, March 29th - Spring Break

Friday, June 7 - Class of 2024 Graduation, 9:30 AM, no school grades 9-11

Wednesday, June 12th - Last Day of School

The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

  FCPS Cares - Recognize Chantilly Employees!

 The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for families, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story, so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees at Chantilly HS School. We love our staff members; let's tell them how we feel!

Quick Links

• Chantilly High School 
• SIS ParentVue Account Access
• Request ParentVue Account
• CHS A/B Calendar
• Mental Health Resources
• Parent IT Support Portal  
• Parent Resource Center

4201 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151 | Main Office: 703-222-8100
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Register for the Asha-Jyothi 5k/1K

Asha Jyothi - 5k Fun Run/Walk - September 17

Chantilly HS is grateful to our community partner Asha-Jyothi for their ongoing support of innovation and student programs in our Chantilly Pyramid community and beyond. Chantilly HS benefitted from the generous donation from Asha-Jyothi that funded the implementation of the Innovation Lab in our school library.

We encourage you to get involved to support the work of Asha-Jyothi by registering to participate in the annual 5k Fun Run/Walk on September 17.  Registration fees from Chantilly affiliated staff, students, and families will be donated back to the school to support our programs. Register here

Use discount code: aj4schools

Quick Links

• Chantilly High School 
• SIS ParentVue Account Access
• Request ParentVue Account
• CHS A/B Calendar
• Mental Health Resources
• Parent IT Support Portal  
• Parent Resource Center

4201 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151 | Main Office: 703-222-8100
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September Dates to Note:

Sept. 17:  Asha-Jyothi Fun Run (Register Below)

Sept. 15-Oct. 15:  Hispanic Heritage Month

Sept. 22:  Home Football vs. Madison HS, 7 PM

Sept.  25: School Holiday -  Religious Observance -Yom Kippur

Charger Connect can be translated in other languages. Visit HERE to read more.

A note from Dr. Goodloe

Dear Charger Families,

We have had a great week of connections at Chantilly HS. It was very exciting to experience our first home football game of the year last Thursday. I was engergized by the turnout we had from the community, and especially our students, in support of their peers in band, cheer, dance and football.  As I have connected with students in classrooms, hallways, and Leadership this week, I have asked students to share something good with me. I have heard that our Chargers feel welcome in our school, love our renewed school spirit, and that the year is off to a very calm and positive start. I have also appreciated hearing from our families about their student's beginning of the year experiences and how we can engage in partnerships to foster student succes. We value your feedback. Share your observations, suggestions, questions and celebrations with me here.Thank you!

Visitors to the Building

We welcome visitors to Chantilly High School at Door 1. Please ring the doorbell and have a photo ID (driver's license preferred) available to present.  All visitors must check-in at the Main Office inside Door 1 and to the right. Our staff will help direct you to the appropriate personnel or office to assist you once you have checked in.

Student Late Arrival

When students arrive late or are returning to the building from an appointment, they must enter at Door 1 and then check in with their sub school to update their attendance.  Attendance matters!  Please see all of our attendance procedures by visiting our website. 

Chantilly Health Room Reminders

What should I do if my student is not feeling well during school hours?  If you are contacted by your student, please remind them to ask for a pass to the health room. Once students have a pass to come to the health room, they are checked in, parents are contacted, and they are released if that is what parents want. Parents can simply pick them up at the main entrance and do not have to park and come into the school. They can also walk or drive home with permission from parents. Students will not be released from the subschool or main office without checking into the health room first.

Traffic Safety

Please remember that the volume of traffic around Chantilly HS during arrival and dismissal hours is very high.  There are no left turns out of Chantilly Parking Lot on the Door 2/3 side. Students should cross Stringfellow Road only at the marked cross walk at the stoplights. Please remind your students to follow these safety reminders as they drive and walk or bike to and from school.

Asha Jyothi - 5k Fun Run/Walk - September 17

Chantilly HS is grateful to our community partner Asha-Jyothi for their ongoing support of innovation and student programs in our Chantilly Pyramid community and beyond. Chantilly HS benefitted from the generous donation from Asha-Jyothi that funded the implementation of the Innovation Lab in our school library.

We encourage you to get involved to support the work of Asha-Jyothi by registering to participate in the annual 5k Fun Run/Walk on September 17.  Registration fees from Chantilly affiliated staff, students and families will be donated back to the school to support our programs. Register here

Use discount code: aj4schools 

We value your feedback. Share your observations, suggestions, questions and celebrations with me here. I look forward to connecting with you at Chantilly very soon.

Amy T. Goodloe, Ed.D.

Principal, Chantilly HS

[email protected]

@DrGoodloe

703-222-8100

Charger Headlines: Safety Drills During the School Year

Keeping students and staff safe is a priority for FCPS. Each school has an emergency preparedness plan to respond to incidents such as fires and tornadoes. Schools are required by state law to practice emergency drills, including lockdown drills, each year. Schools are also required to notify parents and guardians at least 24 hours before a school conducts a lockdown drill. However, schools are not required to give the specific date and time of the drill in advance. 

The first lockdown drill of the school year must take place within the first 20 days of school. Preschool and kindergarten students are exempt from practicing the first lockdown drill. 

Your child may come home and talk about their experience during the drill. We encourage you to talk with your child about the importance of being prepared for emergencies. Please review these frequently asked questions to support your students before and after school lockdown drills.

Updates from Student Services

Learning Seminar/Charger Connect(LS/CC)- all students have now been assigned to a teacher for each LS period.  Students taking an academy or online campus course or who have an off campus waiver should check SIS Student VUE to verify their assigned location for those periods.  Attendance will be taken and students must report to their assigned teacher for all LS/CC periods.  If a student does not have an assigned LS/CC and they are here on campus on A days during our “3rd” period(LS/CC), they should inform their counselor in their sub school. 

Schedule Change Requests- Deadlines for enrolling in online campus courses as well as to change elective courses have passed.  Students may request a schedule change to decrease rigor(ex:  Moving from an AP or DE course to an honors course).  These changes will only be made if space is available in the requested course.  No elective changes, moves to a higher level, or changing content will be permitted. Students should contact their counselor to request a schedule change provided it meets the above criteria.   

Other upcoming deadlines:  Requests to change to pass/fail for a course must be submitted by September 21.   Requests to withdraw from a course without a WP or WF showing on the transcript must be submitted by November 21.  All requests should be submitted to student’s school counselor.

Senior Meetings:  Counselors will be meeting with all seniors on September 12 to talk about post-secondary planning and about college admissions.  They will also then be meeting individually with each senior through his/her/their government classes from September 18-September 29.   If your senior is planning to apply to college, please remind them to submit their counselor recommendation packet immediately if they haven’t already done so.  

Our year is off to a great start- we are looking forward to working with our Class of 2024 as they really start to plan for their lives after Chantilly HS. 

 

World Languages Credit Exam

FCPS intends to transition the World Languages Credit Exam to a digital format through an external vendor that assesses linguistic proficiency. FCPS will be piloting a digital language proficiency assessment during SY 2023-24. When students register for the 2023 World Languages Credit Exam, they will be offered the opportunity to participate in the pilot assessment for the following languages: ASL, Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Russian, Spanish, and Telugu. 

Students who are selected to participate in the pilot will take both the FCPS World Languages Credit Exam and the pilot assessment. Credit will only be awarded from the results of the FCPS World Languages Credit Exam. Students who are selected to participate in the pilot will be notified after registration closes on October 5, 2023, and will receive additional information in October/November regarding the logistics of the pilot assessment. Information regarding the pilot will be communicated to selected students through the student and parent contact information on record in SIS.

2023 Student Rights and Responsibilities 

FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities document (SR&R) explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses to enhance school safety and to create a fair, equitable, and supportive school environment. In late June, the School Board approved changes to the SR&R for the 2023-24 school year. Updates include a revision of dress code expectations, bystander expectations for students witnessing harmful or unsafe behaviors, bullying, and substance abuse responses. Read Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid’s letter to families regarding the SR&R. 

Parents/caregivers should talk to their child(ren) about expectations for this school year. Also, please log in to SIS ParentVUE and sign to acknowledge your review of the SR&R, or sign and return the signature sheet to your child’s school by Friday, September 29

How to Access Free Resources from Tutor.com

All FCPS students continue to have unlimited access to live, 24/7, one-on-one online tutoring services through Tutor.com at no cost to families. Student participation is optional and parents/caregivers can opt their student(s) out of accessing the services. Get more information on the Tutor.com Online Tutoring Services webpage.

Students can access Tutor.com via a link in Schoology. Additional information about how to log in and access a tutor is provided to families via the following: Elementary - How It Works and Middle & High - How It Works. Questions not answered in the posted resources may be sent to [email protected]. 

STEAMOLOGY STEM Fest Offers Hands-On Activities for Students

Students are invited to participate in STEM FEST on Saturday, October 14, from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at South County High School. Students in kindergarten through eighth grade can participate in robotics demonstrations, coding experiments, and more. High school students are invited to volunteer. Visit the STEAMOLOGY website for more information. 

Get involved! Join Boosters, PTSA, Volunteer!

Much like we encourage our students to get connected with the people and activities they enjoy by joining clubs, participating in service, or athletics, we also want to ensure our families are engaged as well. Please take a moment to review opportunities to join our school support organizations such as PTSA , Athletic, Band and Drama Boosters or choose to volunteer in places like the library.  Thank you for your partnership as we Lead the CHARGE together.

Message from Chantilly PTSA

Your Chantilly High School Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) is looking forward to a fantastic school year! We have several programs and activities we plan to offer to students, faculty, and families in the Chantilly community in the coming year.  Click here for more information and you can use the QR code or link below to join.  Go Chargers!

CHS PTSA

 https://vapta-00014125.memberhub.com/store/items/837053or scan QR code.

Attendance Procedures

Procedures for Parents/Caregivers and Students

Prearranged Absences

• The student will bring a note from the parent/guardian to the sub-school office OR parents will call the sub school office, stating the reason for the prearranged absence request and date(s) of the requested absence(s).
•  Part-day and full-day absences except illness, death in family or medical appointments must be submitted at least two days prior to the absence.
• The sub-school office will give a form to the student to take around to his/her teachers. Teachers will sign and write comments, if they choose.  Teachers will record date(s) of absence and provide a list of assignments that will be missed. The student will bring the form back to the sub-school office.
• The sub-school principal will review teachers’ comments, if any.  The sub-school assistant principal may call parents to share teachers’ comments, etc.

Check-in/Tardiness - Unexcused Tardy Policy

•   Students are to be marked tardy if they are not in the classroom when the bell finishes ringing.
• Students arriving at school unexcused, between 8:10 and 8:15, may report directly to class and the teacher will mark them unexcused tardy.  
• Students arriving after 8:15 must check in at the sub-school regardless if it is excused or unexcused.
• Students will be issued a check-in pass.  

Early Release / Check-out

• Parents are required to furnish a written excuse to OR call the student’s sub school including date, time, reason for the early dismissal and phone number for verification.
• Students MUST always check in with their sub school before 8:10 a.m. to have an Ehall pass created for them. Parents will be contacted to confirm check-out if the student misses the 8:10 a.m. deadline.
• Students must always check in with the sub school and obtain an EHALL PASS prior to leaving the school building.  
• When a student is sent home or a doctor’s attention is required, the SUBSCHOOL OFFICE will be notified at the end of the day. The school nurse will issue a check-out pass to the student.  The student MUST check out of school through the clinic when leaving the grounds because of illness.
• The online attendance form can NOT be completed for “day-of” checkouts. 

Parking at CHS

Parking on the campus of Chantilly High School and Chantilly Park (west side of Stringfellow Rd ) is strictly enforced with the use of assigned parking spots verified with required display of current year permits.  Violators will be ticketed with student accounts accumulating fines.   Vehicles will also be tagged for towing upon a repeat offense.   Signs notifying drivers of the parking restrictions are posted at each entrance.   Visitor spots are monitored and are strictly for temporary school visitors who check in at the main office.   

Recognitions

Congratulations to Angela Moon! She has been recognized as an employee who shows that FCPS Cares.

I have never met Angela Moon in person, but she is one of my favorite people in FCPS. At our August In-Service, the first person there, even before the Social Studies team, was a nice but very panicked teacher who immediately inquired about resources for self-contained United States and Virginia History. Shortly after the in-service, I reached out to all 28 department chairs, and thankfully, Angie Rollet connected me with Angela. Despite it being the teacher's workweek, when there is never enough time, Angela offered to help this teacher. Not only did Angela share all of her resources with this teacher, but she also added him to her Schoology page to show him how she organizes the materials for her students. This past week, I had another teacher reach out to our office who was struggling with the same course. I reached back out to Angela, and unsurprisingly, she jumped at the chance to help a teacher in need. Chantilly High School is truly lucky to have Angela Moon on staff, and because of her selflessness, two other FCPS high schools and their students are being positively impacted by Angela!

This information is posted on the September 2023 FCPS CARES webpage, accessible at https://www.fcps.edu/news/fcps-cares-september-2023 .

Chantilly on Social Media

Follow all of our Chantilly HS Social Media to keep up with the most updated Charger news, kudos, and recognitions. We post announcements regularly throughout the week including our bell schedule every Monday.   
Facebook: /ChantillyHighSchool
Instagram: @chantilly_hs
X (Twitter): @chantilly_hs

SY 2023-2024 - Important Dates

Friday, October 6th - Homecoming Parade, Taste of Chantilly, Homecoming Football Game vs Herndon

Saturday, October 7th - Homecoming Dance

Wednesday, October 11th - PSAT/NMSQT and SAT School Day (Unscheduled day for Freshmen)

Wednesday, November 22nd-Friday, November 24th - Thanksgiving Break

Monday, December 18th-Monday, January 1st - Winter Break

Monday, March 25th-Friday, March 29th - Spring Break

Friday, June 7 - Class of 2024 Graduation, 9:30 AM, no school grades 9-11

Wednesday, June 12th - Last Day of School

The complete FCPS 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

  FCPS Cares - Recognize Chantilly Employees!

 The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for families, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story, so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees at Chantilly HS School. We love our staff members; let's tell them how we feel!

Quick Links

• Chantilly High School 
• SIS ParentVue Account Access
• Request ParentVue Account
• CHS A/B Calendar
• Mental Health Resources
• Parent IT Support Portal  
• Parent Resource Center

4201 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151 | Main Office: 703-222-8100
Attendance | Web | Twitter | Facebook