John Champe Knightly News

Calendar reminders

Mar. 11-12: Writing SOL (see below)

Mar. 18: JCHS Theatre fundraiser at Vocelli's (all day! please mention JCHS Theatre)

Mar. 22: Last day for quarter 3 late work

Mar. 25-29: Spring Break

April 4: Last day of quarter 3

April 5: Teacher workday

April 10: School holiday (in observance of Eid)

Under Construction

Our library and tech teams have moved (see update below) in order for construction to begin on the remodel of the school interior. When staff and students return to school on Monday, they will see floor protection in place from the library to the loading dock. Demolition will have started in the library, and contractors will be working in the building Monday through Thursday, from 6PM to 4AM.

Writing SOL

All students currently taking English 11 or AP English Language and Composition are required to take this two-part SOL test. It will take place over two days, March 6th and 7th starting at 9:30am (some students will test on March 11th and 12th). Remember to bring your fully charged, school issued Chromebook on the test days. If you have any questions, please contact your English teacher or our testing coordinator, Mark Ziminsky (mark.ziminsky@lcps.org).

Credit Recovery

Please remind your students of the importance of completing quarter 2/semester 1 credit recovery work as soon as possible so they can gain the knowledge they've not yet mastered and not get too behind in quarter 3. Additionally, please be reminded that students that are referred for credit recovery during the year and do not complete it are not eligible for end-of-year recovery opportunities.

Library Update

Library and Technology Services are all moved into our new temporary homes and are ready to welcome everyone!

2604: Mr. Horvath is available for technology coaching and training for staff and students. He also has a small digital content studio available for green screen video recording, podcasting, etc.

1315: Tech Support for students is generally available from 8:45 am – 3:45 pm. Students who need assistance should make an eHallpass to Tech Support.

1313: The Library is open from 8:45 am to 4:18 pm. Library passes will shut off at 4:00 pm, as usual. Students who need to check out a book or print can do so with a quick pass. If students would like to visit the library for an extended period for research or study, they can do so by requesting a Library Work Pass appointment in eHallpass. They need to do so in advance of their study hall and receive confirmation of their appointment from library staff because seating is very limited. Lunch passes will not be available until the new library opens in the fall. Printers are available in 1313. Staff and students can print to Library B/W and Library Color 1. Please do not print to Library Color 2 as it is not available at this time.

Tech update re: A.I.

Although LCPS currently blocks generative artificial intelligence (A.I.) on LCPS-provided devices and applications, A.I.seems to be everywhere else now. This powerful technology can have many benefits, but it also presents challenges. In addition to the mini lessons that students are receiving in advisory this month, we encourage you to discuss A.I. with your teenager. The companion video and article linked below have tips to help you get the conversation started.

5 Tips for Talking to Your Kids About Generative AI (video)

Helping Kids Navigate the World of Artificial Intelligence (article)

Order your graduation lawn sign for seniors in the class of 2024!

2024-2025 Course Registration

➢ Counselor/Student Meetings to Select/Confirm Courses: Between February 14 and March 15, students will have a meeting with their assigned counselor to review, select and confirm their courses for the 2024-25 school year.

•Current 9th Grade through their World History 1 Classes

•Current 10th Grade through their World History 2 Classes

•Current 11th Grade through their US/VA History Classes

College and Career Center News

Please check out the flyers below for the Parttime Job Fair (March 16), the Dulles South College Admissions Panel event (March 20), and the NOVA VISION event for students in special education plans (March 21)

For SENIORS and their parents -- If you are college bound or planning to attend Northern Virginia Community College or any trade school, you will be REQUIRED to complete the FAFSA.

The FAFSA opens on December 31, 2023. Since the FAFSA is opening so late this year due to revisions, you should try to complete the form within the first two weeks of January (not required, but strongly encouraged). Your student will not receive a Financial Aid Package from whatever school they get admitted to until the FAFSA has been submitted.

Family Liaison: Patricia (Minardi) Mars

Phone: 703-722-2680 ext 80285

Email: Patricia.Minardi@lcps.org

The Fort: farm event - click here for the flyer

Camp Tuku summer program - click here for the flyer

Click HERE for LCPS Parent Resource Service site.

Parent Resource Service:

- planning for life after high school - click HERE for details

Exploring Grief Workshops - click HERE for the flyer from Blue Ridge Hospice and Holistic Horsemanship Services

Women Giving Back- FREE Prom Boutique; click HERE for details

The John Champe Robotics Team attended the VEX VA States competition for the first time in school history March 1-2 in Diswell, Va. They staged an impressive performance, going 8-1 and placing 9th against 56 teams from Virginia. Congratulations to everybody on the team!

Did you know you can nominate an LCPS Employee for an Instructional Award? Click HERE for categories and details!

Support the Athletic Boosters and enjoy an easy family meal! Another way to support the boosters? Check out the mulch sale flyer below!

JCHS Band Fundraiser

Check out the flyer above to purchase discounted tickets to Hershey Park while also supporting the JCHS Band Programs!

Service: Knights Give Back

Students can click HERE or the button below for codes to join their service course if they haven't yet. In the course, students can access this year's log as well as service opportunities that are shared with the school throughout the year.

Looking to lead? Check out the flyer belowto register for the Loudoun Youth Leadership Program!

JCHS Theatre

Join us at Vocelli's any time on March 18. Please mention JCHS Theatre and a portion of the sale will be given to our program!

Coming soon: JCHS Theatre's production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella, April 25-27, 2024. You can purchase tickets in advance at champehs.booktix.com

NEW LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITY: PTSA STUDENT REPS

Is your student looking to serve as a leader? We are launching a new opportunity for rising 9th, 10th, and 11th graders to become Student Committee Representatives to the PTSA Executive Board. As a PTSA Student Committee Representative, those selected will:

• Be an active member of the Board - a unique resume addition!
  

• Share their ideas with the Board and help bring them to life.

• Survey their grade-level peers and voice ideas and opinions on topics that will help the Board plan events and activities.

• Assist in planning PTSA-sponsored events, including organizing student volunteers and encouraging participation from fellow students.

• Participate in the annual Membership drive and encourage classmates and their families to join PTSA.

We are now accepting applications for rising 9th, 10th, and 11th graders.

TEACHERS LOVE (AND NEED) COFFEE!

While you’re shopping for your own coffee supply, please think about purchasing k-cups for our John Champe faculty, too. These can be dropped off between 9:15am-4pm at the front office. Thank you!

PTSA GENERAL MEETING ON MARCH 21

PTSA member meetings are held the third Thursday of each month at 6pm. Join us virtually (meet.google.com/iuq-svxn-cvs) on March 21 to discuss activities planned for this year, opportunities for volunteering, and much more. We look forward to seeing you online!

NEED TO GET IN TOUCH?

Reach us by email (johnchampeptsa@gmail.com), go to our website (http://jchampeptsa.org/), or check out our social accounts (Instagram, Facebook,and X/Twitter).

Interested in cricket? Click HERE for info for training

New, Optional Service Provides Report of Student Website Access on LCPS Devices

ew this school year, LCPS is introducing an optional and free service for families called Lightspeed Parent Portal. Families who elect to use this service will receive weekly reports by email that list websites their student(s) are accessing when using their LCPS-issued Chromebook or laptop. For instructions, additional information and details on how to sign up, see the Lightspeed Parent Portal website.

Mar. 25-29: Spring Break

April 13: Prom

April 25-27: Avalon Theatre's Cinderella (Champehs.booktix.com)

May 31-June 1: Avalon Theatre's Six

June 18: Graduation at EagleBank Arena

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