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Monday, October 20 - Diwali - Division Closed
Saturday, October 25 - Saturday School
Friday, October 31 - End of Quarter 1 & 2 Hour Early Release
Monday, November 3 - School Planning Day - Student Holiday
Tuesday, November 4 - Teacher Workday - Student Holiday
Tuesday, November 11 - Veterans Day - Division Closed
Wednesday, November 26 - Friday, November 28 - Thanksgiving Holiday - Division Closed
Monday, December 22 - Friday, January 2, 2026 - Winter Break - Justice Offices Closed
The entire 2025-2026 FCPS Calendar can be found here.
Nominations are now open for the Outstanding Employee Awards! To submit a nomination for a Justice High School Outstanding Employee in one of the categories below, please complete the nomination through this Google form link. You may nominate one employee at our school or multiple employees (one individual may only nominate one employee per category).
All that is required for a preliminary nomination is a paragraph or two about how this employee demonstrates exceptional work in the criteria for that category. The google form link has more information regarding the criteria for each of these awards and the eligibility requirements are below.
Outstanding Teacher
Eligibility: Has at least three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district); librarians are included in this category
Outstanding New Teacher
Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district); librarians are included in this category
Outstanding New Principal
Eligibility: Has up to three full years of experience as a building principal (in any school/school district)
Outstanding School-Based Leader
Eligibility: At least one year of experience in their current position as a Schedule-C or School-Based Administrator scale employee (that is not the building principal):
Common positions in this category: Assistant Principals, Academy Administrator, Director of Student Activities, Director of Student Services
Outstanding Professional Employee
Eligibility: At least one year experience in current position as a Schedule-B employee or other non-instructional employee in a school that supports school leadership
Common positions in this category: School-Based Technology Specialist, Technology Support Specialist, Assessment Coach, System of Support Advisor (SOSA), Career Center Specialist, Instructional Coach, Psychologist, Social Worker, School Counselor, Safety and Security Specialist, Resource Teachers that serve in an administrative role in a school
Outstanding Operational Employee
Eligibility: At least one year of experience in current position as Schedule-A or Classroom Instructional Support Scale employee
Common positions in this category: Administrative and Office Staff, Safety and Security Assistant, Custodial Staff, Food Service Staff, IA, PHA, PHTA, All Parent Liaisons (regardless of how they are paid)
The deadline to submit a nomination is Friday, November 7 at 11:59 PM.
If you have any questions, please email Sean Rolon at sprolon@fcps.edu.
We know many families may plan trips, medical appointments, or other events that require students to miss school. To help your child stay on track academically, even when an absence is unavoidable, please remember the FCPS Prearranged Absence process:
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Submit the SE-289 form: For middle and high school students, parents/guardians must complete the Request for Prearranged Absence (SE-289) form, available on the FCPS website. Request for Prearranged Absence
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State your reason: On the form, you'll indicate the dates and reason(s) for the absence (for example, medical, family emergency, religious observance, civic engagement, or other).
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Plan for makeup work: The student must coordinate with teachers in advance to complete missed assignments, tests, or projects.
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Extended absence review: If a student’s absence request exceeds five days, a parent/guardian conference may be required to review the student’s academic and attendance record.
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Attendance expectations: Chronic absenteeism negatively impacts student learning and success. Consistent attendance, including during “non-holiday” days is one of the strongest predictors of academic achievement.
We strongly encourage families to plan non-urgent travel or events during school breaks when possible. But when absences are unavoidable, using the proper process helps your student’s teachers support them and ensures that their learning continues smoothly.
Please feel free to reach out to the school if you have questions about the SE-289 form or how to support your student in staying on track.
Thank you for partnering with us to keep students engaged and learning every day.
Federal Student Aid has released the 2026-27 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Any college-bound high school senior — regardless of income — who wants to be considered for federal, state, and school financial aid programs should complete a FAFSA form.
Parents and caregivers are encouraged to work with their students to complete the FAFSA as early as possible. Check each college’s financial aid office website for deadlines and financial aid forms. Then, create an account if you have not already done so, and fill out the FAFSA.
The Virginia Alternative State Aid (VASA) application has not yet opened, but should be available in late January for students who are unable to complete the FAFSA. To help determine which aid option is right for you, visit the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia website.
Get Help Filling Out the FAFSA
Over the next few months, College Access Fairfax will offer several programs on completing the FAFSA/VASA and finding and applying for scholarships. Get information on these programs and how to access them on the College Access Fairfax website.
College Access Fairfax staff are available for virtual one-on-one help sessions to help complete the FAFSA/VASA. To request an appointment, families should email appointments@CollegeAccessFairfax.org.
FCPS is continuing to explore options for adjusting school start times, with the primary goal of beginning the middle school day at 8 a.m. or later. In order to minimize any costs associated with this change, elementary and high school start times would need to shift as well.
Providing feedback opportunities for the community is a critical part of this effort. Since 2024, FCPS’ consultant has hosted five community forums and administered two surveys. A new School Start Times Survey is open and includes two options that are designed to support student well-being, align with research, balance transportation logistics, and minimize costs.
Staff, parents and caregivers, students, and community members may provide input on the two options by taking the survey. The survey deadline has been extended to Monday, October 6. Find more information on adjusting school start times on the FCPS website.
Join the Justice High School PTSA Today!
Get Involved in the JHS PTSA
The Justice HS PTSA actively supports our students, parents and staff with events, programs and activities. But we need members and volunteers to make it all happen. So how can you get involved?
PTSA Membership
Join the PTSA and invest in our school community. Parents, guardians, students, community members, business leaders faculty and staff may join for just $10. We need everyone to be a part of planning and funding our programs. JOIN US! Visit jhsptsa.org/join.
2025 Calendar of Events
OCTOBER
20 - Mon- 7:30pm - PTSA Monthly Town Hall & General Meeting
25 - Sat - 8am - Wolf Shack Stock-up with FFN Red Bag Day
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New JHS Spirit Wear is Here!
Show off your school pride with Justice gear! Hoodies, tees, pajama pants and more—perfect for game days, school events, or just everyday style. Order your Justice HS spirit wear on our online store through Oct. 31. Merchandise will be distributed at the school on select dates in November.
Every purchase helps build school spirit and supports our community and the JHS PTSA.
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Justice Pyramid Feeder Schools PTA/O's
Glasgow MS PTA
Baileys ES PTA
Beech Tree ES PTA
Belvedere ES PTA
Glen Forest ES PTO
Parklawn ES PTA
Sleepy Hollow ES PTA
Connect with the PTSA
JHS PTSA Website
justicehsptsa.org
Social Handles
Facebook: facebook.com/justicehsptsa
X (formerly Twitter): x.com/justicehsptsa
Instagram: instagram.com/justicehsptsa/
Membership Link
jhsptsa.org/join
Donation Link
jhsptsa.org/packpartnerfund
Contact the PTSA
info@justicehsptsa.org
Fairfax County Special Education PTA (SEPTA)
www.fairfaxcountysepta.org
When Cell Phones Are Down, Learning and Engagement Are Up: Help Keep Our Schools Phone-Free
Cell phones can significantly impact academic performance — research has shown that it takes students 10 minutes or more to shift their focus back to learning after being interrupted by a single cell phone notification! Y | 