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Important Dates:
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Nov 24- Return the Federal Impact Aid Form
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Nov 26-28- Thanksgiving (School and offices will be closed)
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Dec 2- National Special Education Day
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Dec 2- 7pm- Carmina Burana performance
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Dec 4- 7pm- Choir Winter Show
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Dec 4- (4-8pm)- Combo Panera / Five Below Night (Fundraiser SCHS Theatre Booster)
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Dec 6- 5pm-9pm- SCHS Boys Basketball Fundraiser Chipotle
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Dec 8- Bodhi Day
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Dec 9- 7pm- Instrumental Winter Showcase
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Dec 11, 12 & 13- 7pm- SCHS Theatre Presents It's a Wonderful Life
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Dec 13 2pm- SCHS Theatre- It's a Wonderful Life (Special Matinee)
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Dec 16- 6:30pm- Tiny Tots
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Dec 22- Jan 2- Winter Break
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Dec 25- Christmas
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Jan 7- 7:00pm (Auditorium)- Partners for Safe Teen Driving
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Feb12- 7:00pm (Auditorium)- Partners for Safe Teen Driving
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Apr 27- 7:00pm (Auditorium)- Partners for Safe Teen Driving
- Jun 5- 2:00pm- Class of 2026 Graduation- Eagle Arena
SCHS ATTENDANCE INFORMATION 2025-26
Report a Full-Day Absence-The fastest way is to use ParentVUE.
Alternative Methods
Required Details
Provide the student's full name, ID, and date(s) of absence, along with your name, relationship, and contact number, and the specific reason. (Student-reported absences will not be excused.)
Key Reminders
Message from Dr. Khoshaba
Greetings, SoCo family,
As we head into the Thanksgiving season, I hope each of you finds time to pause, breathe, and enjoy the people who bring meaning to your life. This time of year reminds us that gratitude isn’t only about the big milestones—it’s also about appreciating the quiet moments, the community around us, and the simple gift of being here together. May the week ahead offer you space to reflect, recharge, and hold close all that truly matters.
Now, onto this week’s reflections …
Student and Staff Belonging
Stallions Stampede into the Next Round
Congratulations to our football team for last week’s impressive win over Falls Church in the Regional Quarter-finals. Their teamwork and persistence were the steady engine that kept them moving forward, each player powering the next toward a common goal. Like a determined stallion charging across open ground, they delivered a performance that made this victory truly noteworthy. I want to thank Alex Higgins once again for these outstanding photos.
Community, Connection, and Clubs Galore
Club Day brought more than 50 student organizations together, giving every Stallion a chance to explore new interests and talk directly with current club members. Held during Advisory, the event ensured all students had the opportunity to wander, wonder, and discover where they might belong. It was a showcase of school spirit and student voice, with each table offering a fresh doorway into involvement.
High Quality Instruction
Classroom Spotlight: Learning in Action
This week, I had the pleasure of visiting Ms. Kelly Cousins’s classroom and was impressed by how she engages and supports her students. She led a thoughtful review of the Unit 3 test, going over tricky questions and explaining why the answers were correct, which helped students really understand the material. Her classroom is welcoming and organized, with tables set up for group work, colorful science posters, and lots of encouragement that helps students feel confident in their learning. Ms. Cousins also keeps a variety of assignments, giving students plenty of opportunities to practice, learn, and show what they know. We are truly fortunate to have her as part of the South County family.
School Culture
SoCo Shines: Top 25 in Northern Virginia!
Northern Virginia magazine has recognized South County High School as one of the Top 25 high schools in the region, celebrating our students’ dedication and achievements. From a 99% on-time graduation rate to strong participation in AP/IB courses and advanced diplomas, our Stallions continue to set high standards in academics and attendance. We’re proud of this recognition and invite you to read the full article here.
Shining Stars Join the Legacy
This week, South County proudly welcomed more than 200 new members into the National Honor Society, celebrating their dedication to scholarship, leadership, service, and character. Each student, like a stallion charging toward the horizon, exudes energy, ambition, and unstoppable potential. We applaud their hard work and commitment, knowing they will continue to inspire their peers and community.
Staff Spotlight
Kelley Peck is a veteran SoCo teacher and the driving force behind one of our largest and most popular programs, Student Leadership. Now in her 23rd year of teaching, she has spent 13 years at SoCo, teaching Biology, Anatomy, and Leadership. She most enjoys building lasting relationships with students, especially through the Leadership program, where she has the unique opportunity to teach students over multiple years and witness their growth and maturity. Outside of school, Mrs. Peck enjoys baking and photography, and we are grateful that SoCo has been her professional home.
Coach's Corner
Building our positive school culture includes fostering empathy and the ability to understand different perspectives. At home, you can encourage this by discussing different viewpoints in books, movies, or real-life situations. Ask your child to consider how others might feel or why someone might act a certain way. This helps them develop crucial social-emotional skills and build stronger, more understanding relationships.
Club Corner
The SoCo Emergency Relief Club is dedicated to supporting the community during crises, including natural disasters and other emergencies. The club raises funds, organizes drives to collect essential supplies, and creates and donates first aid kits to the local community center. In addition to providing immediate assistance, members promote emergency preparedness by teaching valuable skills, such as how to develop a family emergency plan. Open to all students, the club offers opportunities to meet new people, build leadership skills, and make a meaningful, positive impact in the community. If you have any questions or comments about the South County Emergency Relief club, please contact the sponsor, Ms. Hansen, at vnhansen@fcps.edu.
Friday Funnies
Each Friday, I’ve been sharing a few “dad jokes” with our students to bring a little laughter to the end of the week, and I hope our parents enjoy them too! For example, …
What sound does a turkey’s phone make? Wing, wing!
And after the big football game, what did the mashed potatoes say? We’re whipped!
Don’t worry, these jokes are not copyrighted, so feel free to share them with family and friends!
As we wrap up this week, I want to remind everyone that next week will be a two-day school week due to the Thanksgiving Break. While there won’t be a message from me during the short week, I hope you all enjoy the time with family and friends. I look forward to returning on Friday, December 5, with updates and highlights from SoCo.
 Kambar
#StandingStrongFor20Years!
ACTION NEEDED: Return the Federal Impact Aid Form
***If you have not yet filled out the form online, a paper copy of the form was sent home with your student on November 14th . Please return the form by Monday, November 24th.***
To access the Impact Aid Form from your computer or mobile device, we recommend using Google Chrome.
Step 1: CLICK HERE or type sisparent.fcps.edu into your Chrome address bar to be taken to SIS ParentVUE. If you don’t have a SIS ParentVUE account, contact your child’s school for an activation letter.
Step 2: After you’ve logged into your ParentVue Account, look for the ‘Online Packets’ link at the top of the page. Click ‘Online Packets’.
Step 3: Next, click the ‘Federal Impact Aid Survey’ button on the bottom of the page. This will take you to the Impact Aid Survey for you to complete.
If you have multiple children in Fairfax County Public Schools, please fill out a form for each child. You will know you have completed all of the forms when you get to the final page, and see a green check next to each of their names.
Science Fair
The Science Fair is coming to South County HS and we need judges! If you are available from 3:00-7:00 PM on Thursday, January 22, 2026 and are interested in judging, please fill out this Google form. Judges do not need science experience but should be able to give students feedback about their presentation, communication, and clarity of their experiment. We will be providing dinner to judges on the day of the Science Fair. If you have any questions, please email Maerna McClinton at mkmcclinton@fcps.edu.
SCHS Theatre Boosters
Combo Panera / Five Below Night on 12/04
Please join us on Thursday, December 4th between 4 and 8PM for a delicious meal at Panera followed by shopping at Five Below (9402 & 9409 Lorton Market St, Lorton, VA 22079)! Panera will donate 30% and Five Below will donate 10% of the purchases to the SCHS Theatre Boosters.
You need to supply the referenced code (see flyer) at the time of purchase for both establishments.
Thanks for your support!
SCHS- Boys Basketball
The South County Class of 2026 has an AMAZING senior, Nicole Cousins, who is raising funds to support seniors in need of support paying their class fees or purchasing a ticket to the All Night Graduation Party. Nicole is sponsoring a KK Fundraiser during the Holiday Extravaganza on Saturday, 6 Dec 2025. Krispy Kreme Dozens will be sold on the day of the event, OR you can pre-order your dozen donuts for pickup up on the day of the event.
All dozens are sold by ONE FLAVOR. You can pre-order a dozen plain glazed, a dozen Raspberry filled, etc.
All of the details are in the attached flyer. Pre-order donuts must be paid for in advance.
https://gofund.me/045208f01
On Tuesday, December 2nd, the Theatre Department will hold a Student-Directed One-Act Interest Meeting in the auditorium.
All students are invited to attend—these productions are open to the entire school!
South Count HS Theatre Presents
It's a Wonderful Life
It’s a Wonderful Life is the story of George Bailey, a man who gives up his own dreams to support and uplift the people of his small-town community. On Christmas Eve, facing a overwhelming financial crisis, George falls into despair and wishes he had never been born. With the help of his guardian angel, Clarence, George is granted his wish and shown what the world would be like without him. Through this journey, he discovers the profound impact he has had on others and realizes the immeasurable worth of his own life. What greater gift could there be?
Show Dates & Times:
- December 11, 12, & 13 at 7:00 PM
- Special Matinee: December 13 at 2:00 PM
Cocoa, Cookies, & Characters — $5 Join us after the December 13 matinee for a cozy meet-and-greet event featuring your favorite characters along with warm cocoa and delicious cookies! Fun for all ages.
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SCHS Band Boosters Silent Auction Audience members attending either show on December 13 can browse and bid on a wonderful selection of items as part of the SCHS Band Boosters Silent Auction. https://www.schsbands.org/silent-auction
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All Current 10th grade HPE students are required to attend one of the 4 scheduled PSTD (Partners for Safe Teen Driving) sessions held here at South County. This is part of the completion of the classroom portion of the Drivers Education curriculum in 10th grade HPE.
Students and a parent/guardian are required to attend one of the 90 minute session on one of the 4 evenings.
Sessions begin promptly at 7:00 pm in the auditorium- doors will close at that time with no late admittance.
PSTD Dates:
- January 7, 2026
- February 12, 2026
- April 27, 2026
ATHLETICS CORNER
The South County Activities Department is thrilled announce that we will be offering a number of new opportunities for students to get involved in competitive VHSL sponsored events this year
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E-Sports - Love gaming? Come out and join the new South County E-Sports team. During the fall you'll compete in League of Legends and Smash Bros, during the spring season its Rocket League and Mario Kart. All four culminate in a statewide tournament. If interested, reach out to Mr. Smith in A118 or send him an email at bsmith2@fcps.edu.
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Speech and Debate - students compete in a variety of public speaking, research, writing and acting events against other schools in the county and the state. Interested students should reach out to Mr. Hickman at mbhickman@fcps.edu and plan to attend the interest meeting immediately after school on Tuesday, Dec 2 in A126.
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