blood drive
The Spring Blood Drive will take place on Fri, Apr 5, in the Main Gym from 7am-2pm. If you are interested in donating, please stop by any time that is convenient for you. If your child has signed up to donate blood, please remind him/her to eat a good dinner the night before, to eat a good breakfast that morning, and to remain hydrated all day. If you have any questions, please contact Mary Landis at <mary.landis@fcps.edu>.
schools meeting
Meeting on Mon, April 8, from 7:30-9:30pm at McLean HS in Lecture Hall 187 with Supervisor John Foust, School Board Member Jane Strauss, and Assistant Superintendent Marty Smith to answer questions about McLean area public schools.
ptsa kudos
A HUGE thank you to the PTSA Appropriations Committee chaired by Ally Weingast with Lea Ann Edwards, Aradhana Luthra, SueAnn Morabito, Jackie Cho, Ellyn Krause Pontell, Susan Stewart, Karen Alden, Chrissie Lavin, Deb Smith, and Matt Ragone. Special thanks to Ally Weingast who spent COUNTLESS hours implementing this new appropriations process and ensuring that our Langley staff and students received all this much need equipment!!!! The success of this new program would not have been possible without her dedication.
THON thanks
The leadership class would like to thank everyone who supported this year's THON. The event was a huge success. Many students and community members attended the dance, and we raised over $16,000 for The Joe Cassella Foundation! We could not have done it without the overwhelming community support we received. Thank you!!
staff appreciation
Please help us to say "THANK YOU" to our teachers and support staff with gift cards for our Teacher and Staff Appreciation Luncheon on Fri, May 10. We are asking Langley families to consider donating one or more $15, $20, or $25 gift cards or if preferred cash or check in any denomination. Checks should be made out to "Langley PTSA." Mark your envelope "Staff Appreciation," and have your student drop it off at the Main Office by Fri, May 3. Some gift card suggestions are Starbucks, Target, Gas cards, Amazon. Thank you in advance for your support of Langley's faculty and staff!
stress workshop
The 2013 Preventions Conference organized by the Unified Prevention Coalition of Fairfax County is coming up Sat, Apr 13 from 8:15am-1:30pm at Falls Church HS, and we hope you will attend and help spread the word about this event. Although geared to middle-school students and their parents, the conference is open to any adult in the community looking for ways to help our youth learn healthy alternatives to stress, alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs.
If you have any questions and want to get involved, please contact us. Spanish and Korean translators will be available for two of the adult workshops. Additional translators are available upon request.
Keynote speaker for adults will be noted neuro-psychologist William Stixrud Ph.D., who will talk about stress and understanding the teen brain. The conference will include fun, hands-on workshops for students on positive activities from music to martial arts. The conference also will feature an Ideas and Resource Fair, and community organizations and businesses are invited to join as sponsors and exhibitors. Click here on this registration site to go to sign up.
help needed
The PTSA Family Network Committee is looking for volunteers to help with the spring Alcohol Awareness Program on Apr 18 and 19. Volunteer slots are from 7-11am and 11-2:15 pm. All juniors and seniors will get a chance to experience some effects of impairment by wearing impaired-vision goggles and performing simple and complex tasks. We did this two years ago, and it was a big success. This is a fun opportunity to interact with the students while helping them understand the very real dangers of underage drinking. Questions and RSVP, please contact Betsy Shomaker at <shomaker.jb@verizon.net>.
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Activities
Office: 703.287.2750
Hotline: 703.287.2787
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science--lots of winners
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chemistry olympiad: Two Langley students have qualified to take the National Chemistry Olympiad in April. Kudos to all students who participated in the Regional Exam, and congratulations to Leah Surratt and Katherine Tan for their qualifying test scores.
envirothon: Congratulations to our Envirothon Team for placing 2nd at the district competition at Hidden Oaks Nature Center. They compete in forestry, aquatics, soil, wildlife and this year's special topic of rangeland management. Our 2nd place finish qualifies us to compete at the regional competition on Apr 17. The team members are Gina Li (Captain), Anna Cox, Caitlin Dalrymple, Natalie Fahlberg and Amelia Sugianto.
robotics: The Robotics Team finished 12th out of 65 teams in a robotics competition this past weekend at VCU's Siegel Center and was drafted as one of the top eight teams to participate in the final round of the competition. Congratulations to the entire LHS Robotics Team along with Advisor, LHS Physics teacher, Mr. Bob Foley. For more information, go to http://www.dc-first.org/dc-regional.
Robotics Team Members at competition were Abdalla Almazmi, Adam Johnston, Ben Young, Berkeley Taneja, Damien Islek, Hussein Kamoona, Jacob Barrientos, Julia Hara, Julia Pennington, June Choi, Kevin Hajimomenian, Nathaniel Speiser, Patrick T. McKee, Philip Bui, Sepanta Khoshnoud, Vishal Erabelli (Team Co-Captain), and Zain Qazi (Team Co-Captain).
science fair: Langley sent 20 projects in March to the Regional Science Fair at Robinson Secondary School. Every project received at least one award. Our students won many industry awards with the full list found at www.fcps.edu/is/science/sciencefair/winners.shtml.
3rd place
Kendy Li
Won Souk Choi
Sahara Shrestha
David Fraley
Natalie Koppier
Erin Klein
2nd place
Swetha Ramesh
Jack Langford
Katherine Carris
Minh Pham
Kelvin Niu
AJ Pillai
Dylan Zimbrick
1st place
Adam Ruffa
Max Luo
Andrew Tan
Catherine Park
Connor Madry
Manolya El-Sekkaki
Jessica Smith
Zachary Roman
Jason Cui
Na He Jeon
Catherine Park, Connor Madry, Zachary Roman, Jason Cui and Na He Jeon were also Grand Prize nominees. Jason Cui and Connor Madry were Grand Prize winners and will be competing at the International Science and Engineering Fair in Phoenix Arizona this May. Jason's project is titled "MicroRNA Biomarkers for Anti-Tumor Response" and is in the category of Medicine and Health Science. Connor's project is titled "A Novel Cost Effective Exoskeleton" and is in the category of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering.
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arts & fashion updates
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Congratulations to the following Fashion and Marketing students, who competed at the State DECA Competition in Virginia Beach. Langley DECA proudly accepted numerous awards for student achievement in both simulated marketing role-play scenarios as well as on the 100 question comprehensive exam.
Mary Bishop-Hospitality Services Marketing, Promotion Role Play
Jordan Campbell-Principles of Hospitality and Tourism Marketing, Comprehensive Exam
Courtney Cantrick-Travel and Tourism Marketing, Promotion Role Play and Comprehensive Exam
Ashley Doll-Business Finance Marketing, Finance Role Play
Haley Falkenbery-Principles of Business Management Marketing, Comprehensive Exam
Nicole Federico-Travel and Tourism Marketing, Promotion Role Play, and Comprehensive Exam
Sahar Ghamary-Principles of Business Management Marketing, Comprehensive Exam
Alex Grieco-Principles of Marketing, Bus. Communications Role Play
Addison Kasper-Social Media Marketing, Promotions Role Play
Ricki Libby-Principles of Business Management Marketing, Risk Management Role Play
Grace MacDougall-Food Marketing, Promotion Role Play
Patrick McCarthy-Restaurant and Food Service Management Marketing, Comprehensive Exam
Grace McGarry-Principles of Marketing, Comprehensive Exam
Thomas McKula-Automotive Services Marketing, Comprehensive Exam
Grant Mintz-Sports and Entertainment Marketing, Comprehensive Exam
Rachel Myers-Food Marketing, Comprehensive Exam
Riya Nag-Accounting Applications Marketing, Finance Role Play, and Comprehensive Exam
Marli Peress-Business Services Marketing, Comprehensive Exam
Selma Pulak-Business Finance Marketing, Finance Role Play, Product Planning Role Play, and Comprehensive Exam
Andrew Rifken-Restaurant and Food Service Management Marketing, Comprehensive Exam
Emma Schindler-Principles of Finance Marketing, Comprehensive Exam
Amelia Shuler-Apparel/Accessories Marketing, Comprehensive Exam
Lexie Slye-Retail Merchandising Marketing, Comprehensive Exam
Jessica Stewart-Business Services Marketing, Comprehensive Exam
Carina Sturm-Hospitality and Tourism Personal Selling Marketing, Selling Role Play, and Comprehensive Exam
Leah Tanzer-Hospitality Services Marketing, Promotion Role Play
Natalie Volpicelli-Principles of Finance Marketing, Finance Role Play
Justine White-Apparel/Accessories Marketing, Selling Role Play, and Comprehensive Exam
Jessica Zheng-Apparel and Accessories Marketing, Global Relations Role Play, and Comprehensive Exam
Samantha Zimmerman-Food Marketing, Comprehensive Exam
fine arts: Student Youth Art Show will be on display at the McLean Project for the Arts from now through Apr 8.
band: Hats off to Director Doug Martin, the Symphonic Band, and the Wind Symphony for earning all superior ratings at the VBODA District XII Band Assessment this weekend. This fantastic achievement combined with superior ratings earned by Chorus and Orchestra in their assessments has allowed Langley High School to obtain VMEA Blue Ribbon status for the fourth year in a row. Congratulations to all!
theatre: Spring Play is on Apr 18-20. You won't want to miss Nicholas Nickleby, so mark your calendars now.
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sports news
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girls basketball: Spring workouts will begin the first week of May. Please check the website ( www.langleysports.org) for the full calendar.
cheerleading (CO-ED): Interest Meeting is on Thu, Apr 11, at 3:30 pm in Room 225.
softball: Softball is off to a strong start. After returning from the Grand Strand Softball Classic in Myrtle Beach and taking second place in the tournament, Langley prepares to take on South Lakes and Stone Bridge. LHS Softball would like to congratulate senior Ashley Panetta, who will be playing softball next year at Drexel University.
wrestling: Mark Your Calendars! Once again, the wrestling team is gearing up for its annual golf tournament fundraiser. The tournament is scheduled for Fri, June 21 at the beautiful Reston National Golf Course and promises to be fun for all golfers of all levels. Registration begins at 12:00 noon with a start time of 1:00 pm. The entry fee for the tournament is $110 per player and includes all events: 18 holes of golf with cart, awards, lunch, and unlimited course drinks. Awards will be given for the Putting Challenge, the Longest Drive, and more. Also, additional fundraising activities will include the Mulligans, String it Out, etc. Corporate Sponsorships of all levels are available for this event and include a variety of advertising opportunities. Registration is now open at www.langleysports.org or by calling 703-774-6579.
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amazing appropriations
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This inaugural year of the PTSA appropriations process was a huge success thanks to the generosity of our Langley families!! Each and every dollar is so appreciated and helped us make a big impact at Langley for our teachers and students!
Historically, PTSA donations have been between $10,000-15,000 per year; this year the PTSA appropriated over $66,000 to purchase technology and equipment to enhance the classroom curriculum. Inspired by the generosity of our Saxon Country families, the LHS administration and also FCPS have purchased 60 new laptops for Langley.
In our second round, PTSA funded $24,348.00 for the following:
Physics: 8 LabQuest2 data collection and analysis devices - $3,110
History: 1 Smart Board - $2,000
Science: 1 Smart Board - $2,000
World Languages: 2 Smart Boards - $4,000
Special Education: 1 Smart Board - $2,000
Library: 2 iPads to be used for individual research with students and faculty - $1,196
PE: 1 iPad for use by the athletic trainer on fields and in the gym - $598
History: 7 iPads for web lessons, multi-media assignments, and small group activities - $4,186
Science: 10 camera mounts for student telescopes - $450
Fine & Performing Arts: 15 Bamboo Tablets to enhance graphic capabilities and skills - $1,129
World Languages: Funding for classroom equipment to encourage student language practice and participation - $135
Fine & Performing Arts: Assistance with spring performance - $1,250
Student Organization: Funding toward purchase of a new robot for the Robotics Club - $500
In our first round, PTSA funded $41,932.12 for the following:
Science: 1 laptop cart with 16 laptops for students to conduct online virtual science experiments. (The Administration has also purchased enough laptops to round out 2 full classroom sets.)--$22,000
Humanities: 1 Smart Board--$2,000
Student Services: iPad for parent/student consultations allowing use of Scattergrams, Family Connection, and college websites--$599
PE: 4 iPads to record data and video student performance on the field to improve form and minimize injuries--$1,596
World Languages: Apple TV to go with an already purchased iPad so students can project their work on the board--$97
Magazine subscription for student use in class--$150
Fine & Performing Arts/World Languages: Funding assistance for 3 concerts performed in conjunction with the World Languages Dept, featuring the cultures of Asia, Germany, and the Western genre--$2,500
Student Services: Portable Microphone set to be used at student or parent programs--$2,237
Fine & Performing Arts: 2 class sets of software for use in all computer graphics, photojournalism, and photography classes--$2,798
Journalism: Software package that will train students in the use of InDesign and PhotoShop for production of the Saxon Scope--$456
Humanities: Software entitled "Choices" to provide students in all grades and instruction levels with past and current global issues and allow them to use their analytical skills to solve the problems--$938
Student Organizations: Funding for Science Olympiad competition--$500
Saxon Scope: Funding for student training--$500
Speech/Debate: Software tool utilizing current events as prompts and challenges for debate--$120
2 Smart Boards--$4,000
Document cameras, which project student work to enhance peer assessment and group discussion--$1,225
Flipcam video camera to film students' speeches for group and individual evaluation--$200
Magazine subscription for student use in class--$15
GRAND TOTAL for 2012-13 PTSA Appropriations - $66,280.12
THANKS TO EVERYONE FOR SHOWING THAT SAXON PRIDE WITH YOUR DONATIONS THAT WERE PUT TO USE RIGHT AWAY. WE HAVE TRULY MADE A DIFFERENCE IN THE STUDENTS' LIVES.
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