freshmen
The Principal/PTSA Coffee will have more information on the parent-teacher conferences that will be especially important for new freshman parents.
sophomores
A mandatory Driver's Ed Program that you and your child must attend for him/her to complete the in-class driver education program will be held Wed, Nov 14 at 7pm in the Auditorium. Doors will be locked and no one admitted after 7pm, so arrive early! These are offered at all local high schools if you cannot attend one at Langley. The final one offered at Langley will be on Wed, March 13.
juniors Our next Class Coffee is scheduled for Wed, Nov 14 -- mark your calendars! It is not too late to pay class dues to support the Junior Class. If you are unsure whether you have paid or not, please contact <maryswelch@verizon.net>. seniors The deadline for submitting Saxon Senior Ads for the yearbook is Nov 21 or until space fills up, whichever comes first. These ads are a wonderful way to celebrate your graduating senior. Don't be left out! Click here for the order form. (All Langley parents should have received a letter about ordering the yearbook.) |
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Langley PTSA
Communications Committee
Editor-in-Chief:
Colette Worm
Assistant Editors:
Jane Riddle, Anne Whipple
Submit items by Tuesday noon for publication Thursday
<enewslangley@gmail.com>.
ENEWS HOLIDAY SCHEDULE DEADLINES:
Oct 30 (cover thru Nov 15)
Nov 13 (cover thru Nov 29)
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Dec 18 (cover thru Jan 10)
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editors' note: e-news tips
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Submissions might be shortened, and links will be added to the appropriate LHS/PTSA webpage, when possible, to keep the e-news short.
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langley news: parent conferences & start times
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conferences: On Fri, Nov 16, Langley will start classes at 10:20am because of parent-teacher conferences called Touching Bases, which will be in the Langley Main Gym and Cafeteria from 7:30-9:30am. Most teachers will be in the gym around tables in alphabetical order. Parents line up in front of their child's teacher, and each parent gets 3 minutes to discuss with the teacher. Parents need to know their child's teacher's names (a few have the same last name) and might want to bring a notepad to take notes. While 3 minutes doesn't sound like a lot of time, parents will be amazed all that can be discussed during this time--you won't want to miss this!
thanksgiving schedule: On Wed, Nov 21, classes will begin at 7:20am and end at 12:10pm (and buses will correspond with these times). School holidays are Thursday and Friday.
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ptsa update: dates, thanks, & help
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rescheduled coffee: The Principal/PTSA Coffee (originally scheduled for Oct 31) has been rescheduled to Wed, Nov 7 at 9:15am in the Library. Topics will include the current status of the PTSA fundraiser, valuable information for the upcoming Touching Bases, and more. Mark your calendars with our new date!
book club: The fall LHS Parent-Teacher Book Club will meet Thu, Nov 8, 11:30am-12:30pm in the Principal's Conference Room (across from the Main Office). We will discuss The Langley Read, The Fault in Our Stars, by John Green. So bring your own lunch (drinks and dessert provided), and come to this informal but wonderful discussion. RSVPs to Julie Hohl <jbzhohl@verizon.net> are appreciated.
hospitality kudos: Thanks and appreciation go to the fabulous PTSA Hospitality Committee for the delicious, festive, and fun tailgate Staff Luncheon on Oct 26.
volunteers needed: Every school year, all sophomores and any student new to Langley have their vision and hearing tested during their P.E. class. This year, the screenings will be held on Thu, Nov 8, and Fri, Nov 9. Many volunteers are needed, and shifts run from approximately 7:20-10:30am and 10:30-2pm. To volunteer, please contact Tory Salzer, 703-759-9565 or <torysalzer@aol.com>. Thank you!
new fundraising opportunity: If you have a Target REDcard, please link it to LHS (School ID:103662) so that 1% of your purchases will be sent to Langley each year. Currently, we only have 25 REDcard holders who have designated LHS, and Target's donation to Langley in August was still over $700. Just think what the donation could be if everyone in the Langley community who shopped at Target used a REDcard linked to LHS! Robinson HS has 156 cards linked and earned over $3800 last year. That is the difference in buying several new computers for Langley students. Please link your card today at target.com/tcoe! (Additional details may be found later on the Langley PTSA website.) |
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department news: on-site colleges admissions & more
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Because of Hurricane Sandy, most colleges and universities have extended their early action/early decisions deadlines in light of the storm's impact on the east coast. Please see Ms. Hurlburt or the college's website for new deadlines.
on-site admissions: We have some wonderful college admissions opportunities for seniors. The following schools will be on site to give admissions decisions for seniors who have completed their applications:
West Virginia University - Nov 20
Longwood University - Nov 28
Radford University - Dec 10
m&m tailgate: On Sat, Nov 3 before the big Langley vs McLean home football game, M&M will host a tailgating gathering at the tennis courts for all freshmen and their mentors.
asvab test: The Career Center will host the ASVAB exam on Nov 9. The ASVAB program is a career planning and exploration program that combines a multiple aptitude test with an interest self assessment and wide range of career exploration tools. Click link for ASVAB.
~ Sonya Williams, Director of Student Services, 703-287-2724
testing: Parents don't forget to check the LHS website for up-to-date information regarding tests, including SOL, AP, ACT Explore, PSAT, and WIDA. The 2012-13 Testing Calendar is also available. Click here or look under "Testing/Assessments" on the LHS home page.
~ Janice Dabroski, Assessment Coach, 703-287-2922
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student activities
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orchestra: Langley Orchestra takes you from Asia to the Holidays! Langley Orchestra is now bringing more music to your ears with Honeybaked Fundraisers to ease your holiday cooking prep--one for Thanksgiving and a second for the Winter Holidays. There's not just ham but also turkey and desserts! To order online by Nov 15 and in time for Thanksgiving, click HERE. Pickup will be Tue, Nov 20 between noon and 2pm at Langley. A second ordering link will be available for December orders. For questions about the Honeybaked sale, contact Greg Pennington at <greg.pennington@me.com>.
Congratulations to the orchestra under "Doc" Scott McCormick and Bo Min Son for a beautiful Asian-themed concert that truly "Spirited Away" all those who attended. The interludes added to the magic of the evening with Langley's Eastward Bound band; Langley Senior pianist Paul Li; Langley Senior and Bharatanatyam dancer, Pallavi Rudraraju, Korean Drum Dancers Cho Hyungjoo and So Soonhe; and the grand finale with taiko drummer, Nen Daiko. Thank you also to Japanese Language teacher, Drew Scronce ("Scronce Sensei"). and the many volunteers and sponsors who created an Asian culinary feast and cultural displays for the pre-concert dinner and festival. For photos, see The Saxon Scope article, Oppan Asian Style.
theatre: Saxon Stage will be presenting a fresh, new interpretation of Shakespeare's classic tragedy, Romeo and Juliet. The production will feature the original Shakespearean language, but be set in a dystopian future in a Gotham-style city. Showcasing exciting fight choreography and student-designed and built sets, audiences will enjoy unique staging complete with multi-level scaffolding. Show dates are Nov 15-17, 7:30pm in the Auditorium, and tickets are only $10.
crew: Poinsettia Fundraiser for Langley Crew! Pink, red, or white poinsettias are available in a 7-inch container at $15 each. Send orders to<DonnaDDoll@cox.net>. Please specify color, quantity, and contact info. Poinsettias may be picked up at the school in December.
football: The McLean vs Langley football game has been rescheduled to Saturday at 4pm at Langley.
volleyball: Congratulations to the following for their selection to the All Liberty District Volleyball Team: 1st team Alex Andrejev and Jenna Dean, 2nd team Hoai- Nam Bui, Honorable Mention Cathrine Baek.
WINTER TRYOUT INFORMATION: *BOYS AND GIRLS BASKETBALL TRYOUT TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DUE TO VOLLEYBALL POST-SEASON PLAY--PLEASE CHECK THE WEBSITE FOR UPDATES.*
Winter Sports Tryouts begin, Mon, Nov 5. VHSL forms should be turned in no later than noon on Fri, Nov 3 to the Activities Office. Make a copy for your records. Other eligibility information available here. Mandatory Concussion Program is available here. Check each individual team's webpage under "NEWS" or "TEAM FILES" for tryout info and times.
upcoming events:
THU, NOV 1
- F/JV Football vs McLean @ McLean, 5:45 pm - 7:15 pm
- Varsity Volleyball District Semi-Final vs Madison @ Stone Bridge, 7 pm
FRI, NOV 2
- Cross Country Regionals @ Burke Lake Park, 4:00 p.m.
SAT, NOV 3
- Varsity Football vs McLean @ Langley, 4:00 p.m.
- Varsity Volleyball District Finals @ Stone Bridge, 2:00 p.m.
Hotline 703-287-2787 www.langleysports.org
follow us on @langleysports
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community events
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langley boosters online auction: Look for more info soon.
financial aid night: Langley and McLean High Schools will host the annual Financial Aid Night on Thu, Nov 8, at 7 pm in the Langley Auditorium. The presentation will be about applying for need-based and merit aid, the cost of education, and packaging and awarding aid.
volunteer hours: STOP HUNGER NOW! Sat, Nov 10, help package meals for school kids in developing countries. Help at any of 3 shifts: 8:30-10:30am, 11am-1pm, or 1:30-3:30pm at 1545 Chain Bridge Road, McLean (Redeemer Lutheran). Volunteers may also bring nonperishable food items for SHARE.
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