JMHS/FCPS Excellence Awards

Do you know someone who goes above and beyond at Madison HS? Now’s your chance to celebrate them! Whether you’re a student, parent, teacher, staff member, or part of our community, you can nominate an outstanding candidate. Just fill out the Google form linked HERE and recognize their incredible contributions. Nominations are due November 8th.

You can nominate one exceptional employee per category or recognize multiple individuals across categories.

Award Categories & Eligibility

Outstanding Teacher (4 or more years of experience as a teacher)

Outstanding New Teacher (up to 3 years of experience as a teacher)

Outstanding Principal (3+ or more years of experience as a principal)

Outstanding Leader School-Based Administrator (examples: Assistant Principals, Director of Student Activities/Services)

Outstanding Professional Employee (non-instructional employee- examples: School-Based Technology Specialist, Psychologist, Social Worker, School Counselor)

Outstanding Operational Employee  (examples: Administrative/Office Staff, Custodial Staff, Food Service Staff, Instructional Assistants.)

🗓️ Submissions will be received Monday, October 28th– Friday, November 8th 

If you have any questions, contact Claire Rowan, [email protected] (Madison’s Awards Liaison), for more information.

JMHS Directory

The JMHS online school directory for this year has been completed and is ready for you to use.

The Membership Toolkit system is secure, easy to use, and free to families.

To access the new JMHS directory site, visit https://jmhsptsa.membershiptoolkit.com. Be sure to bookmark this site now! For more information, read the instructions from the October 2, 2024 email about how to log in and update your profile or create a new account.

Questions? Contact us at [email protected]

“Home of a Warhawk” Signs Available to Order

Order your “Home of a Warhawk” sign and you will be notified by email when it is available to be picked up!

PTSA News

Please join us for the next PTSA Meeting of the school year on Tuesday, November 12th at 7:00 pm in the library.

Please click here to review the latest meeting minutes in advance so they can be voted on at the start of the meeting.

It’s not too late to join the PTSA!
Questions? Contact Regan Morgan, President at [email protected] or Heather Buescher, PTSA Membership Chair at [email protected]

PTSA Meetings

This is the PTSA Meeting schedule for the 2024-2025 school year.  Meetings are at 7:00 pm in the school library.

Tuesday, Sept 10th
Tuesday, Oct 8th
Tuesday, Nov 12th
Tuesday, Jan 7th
Tuesday, Feb 11th
Tuesday, Mar 11th
Tuesday, April 8th
Tuesday, May 13th

Click here for more information and how to join.

All Night Grad

All Night Grad is making plans for the class of 2025!  Get a ticket for your senior here!  Price is ONLY $60 this fall, and will increase later in the year, so purchase today!  Come join the fun in planning this epic night.  The ANG committee welcomes all who want to have fun and make this a great night for our seniors.  We especially love having undergrad parents on this committee who can continue to make this event better each year!  Our next (30 minute) meeting is on Tuesday, November 12, at 6:30pm in the Madison library.  Come see what we are about!  Email our chair at [email protected] to join the planning crew, or have questions about the event.

Lawn Signs celebrating the class of 2025 are on sale!!  The senior class will be designing their own sign and will be distributed in early spring.  Buy yours today and check it off your list!  

Parent Programs

Teen Series: Building Resilience: Helping Teens Develop Coping Skills and Emotional Intelligence
Join us on Friday, November 15, 2024, 10-11:30 a.m. for an insightful session focusing on the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social aspects of teen development. Learn strategies to support resilience, mental health, and healthy boundaries, fostering a nurturing environment for adolescents to thrive.
  • Learn resilience-building techniques.
  • Develop emotional intelligence.
  • Strengthen support networks.
Register here.

On Thursday, November 7th from 1-2pm, our Academic Boosters Partner and President of Educational Connections Ann Dolin will answer your questions during our live Q&A and share the following:

  • Investigating common causes for low grades and strategies for improvement
  • How to positively talk with your child about their report card (no matter what’s on it!)
  • Motivational techniques, including whether rewards and consequences are effective
  • How to help your student improve in the second quarter, including strategies for studying smarter and getting organized

Register here.

Staff Appreciation Committee

Madison PTSA Hospitality hosts appreciation events throughout the year to celebrate our amazing Warhawk teachers and staff. Next up is FALL TREATS on Wednesday, November 20. We will be leaving baskets of fruit, muffins, and snacks in the staff lounge for all to enjoy. Please consider volunteering to donate food, drink, or your time. You can learn more about the event here.

If you have any questions, email Angie, Nina, and Michelle at [email protected].

JMHS Food Pantry

The PTSA is proud to partner with Madison High School and local non profits to support students and their families who are food insecure.  The Madison Pantry and Outreach team distributes food and hygiene items throughout the summer and weekly during the school year to students and their families.  

– Cereal (individual size)
– Rice
– Pasta
– Granola Bars
– Tomato sauce (please no glass)
– Juice
– Cooking oil (please no glass)
– Beans (dry or canned)
– Fruit (canned or in plastic)
– Milk (shelf stable)

Hygiene items needed include:
– Shampoo
– Conditioner
– Deodorant
– Bar of soap or body wash
– Wash cloth
– Tooth brush
– Tooth paste
– Hand soap
– Small body lotion


Donations can be dropped off at Madison at Door 1 during school hours.  These items are available through our Amazon wishlist as well.  You can also make a cash donation below.

Please contact Chair Beth Eachus at [email protected] if you would like to learn more or become involved.  Thank you for your incredible support and generosity!

The Madison High School PTSA Tax Id is: 52-1289266

MAD Drama

MAD Drama presents:


Puffs (or Seven Increasingly Difficult Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic)
Welcome to the Puffs! For seven years a certain boy wizard went to a certain wizard school and conquered evil. This, however, is not his story. This is the story of the Puffs…who just happened to be there too. A tale for anyone who has never been destined to save the world.

Tickets are on sale now here!  Only $5 for student/child and $10 for adults

Please note this production is rated PG-13 for language and content.
November 14th at 7pm
November 15th at 7pm
November 16th at 2pm
November 16th at 7pm

Are you interested in staying connected with MAD Drama? Follow the facebook page for updates and information. 

If you’re interested in being added to Ms. Loy’s theatre updates email listing, please fill out this form.

Athletic Boosters

In response to the historic catastrophe that Hurricane Helene caused for the students and staff at Charles D. Owen High School located in Black Mountain, NC, the JMHS Athletic Boosters created a fundraiser to be able to send assistance to our peer Booster Club located there.  The fundraiser earned $1,300 and then the Madison Athletic Boosters voted to match that donation so that we could send a check totaling $2,600 to assist with the cost of replacing what was destroyed by the devastating flooding that occurred at the school.

Booster website: https://warhawkboosters.com/ 

Warhawk Crew

James Madison Crew Boosters Organization, Inc. Vienna, Virginia

WINTER CONDITIONING BEGINS NOVEMBER 21!

Open to any student interested in Crew/ No Cost / No Obligation

Join us as we get in shape for Spring Season! To improve strength, speed, and endurance, students will employ various training methods including indoor rowing and weightlifting.

Meet at the JMHS Crew Shed: M-F (4:00-6:30 pm) and Saturdays (8:00-10:30 am)

ALL ARE WELCOME!

Register here or contact [email protected] with questions.

Warhawk Crew is a competitive club sport open to all JMHS students. Find out all about us at www.warhawkcrew.org.

Mad Orchestra and Choir

Greetings from the Madison Choral Department!

We have quite a few events coming up in the next few weeks:

  • District Chorus Auditions will be on November 9th at Madison High School. The District Chorus event will take place February 8th-10th at Marshall High School.   We have over 60 Madison Choir students trying out- best wishes to our singers!
  • Congratulations to our Virginia Senior Honors Choir Delegates: Theo Erickson and Advai Govind.  The Seniors Honors Choir will take place November 21-23 in Norfolk, Virginia and we are thrilled these singers will be a part of this most elite ensemble.
  • We are excited to be putting on our annual December Snowman Show this year.  This concert is an event open to the public on Saturday, December 14th to enjoy live music performed by our orchestra and choir while watching Raymond Briggs, The Snowman.  Guests then move through a winter wonderland in our school hallways to join for crafts and a chance to meet Santa and The Snowman.  Show Tickets will go on sale in Mid-November.
  • And mark your calendars for December 19th to enjoy the Choral Department Winter Concert at 7pm.

All our concert dates are listed on our website (www.madchoir.org). We are so excited to share our music with our local community.

Please Join the James Madison PTSA

Membership in the James Madison Parent-Teacher-Student Association (PTSA) is an invaluable way to contribute to your child’s education and stay connected with them during high school. Specific programs include:

  • Providing Faculty and Staff Enrichment and Education
  • Assistance to Student Activities and Events
  • Sponsorship of Student Events and Parent Education Programs
  • Support Academic Boosters and Provide Mock Testing Opportunities
  • Hosting the Baccalaureate Ceremony
  • Fund Making a Difference Scholarships and the Triple I awards
  • Hosting Senior Celebrations and the All Night Grad celebration
  • Supporting our Madison students and families in need

In addition to your PTSA membership, we suggest a donation of $50 per family. Your one-time, tax-deductible donation allows the PTSA to promote the academic excellence and well-being of our students. Donations are tax deductible. (Please check to see if your employer has a donation matching program.)

It’s so easy to join online! Alternatively, membership forms can also be downloaded and mailed with a check.

Questions? Contact Regan Morgan, President or Heather Buescher, PTSA membership chair.

Band News

Congratulations to the JMHS Marching Ensemble! for awesome performances at:

  • VMBC Herndon High School Showcase on Saturday, September 28. This was the first time JMHS has competed in the new VMBC group 6.  JMHS received the caption award for best General Effect in group 6 and placed 2nd in the class with a score of 89.550
  • VMBC South County Competition on Saturday, October 5. James Madison won Group 6 with a total score of 92.438 and received all of the caption awards.
  • Bands of America Mid-Atlantic Regional on Saturday, October 19 at University of Delaware in Newark, DE. James Madison finished 3rd place in Class 3A and 7th Place in the regional finals – this marks the 31st time that JMHS has been a BOA finalist.

We are all so proud of these amazing kids!!!

The JMHS Marching Ensemble will be competing in the VMBC State Championship on Saturday, November 2, 2024.

The 2024 Vienna Turkey Trot 5k/10k/fun run is on Sunday, November 24th!  Please register through https://www.viennaturkeytrot.org/for this fun and festive Vienna holiday tradition!

White House Ornaments!  The 2024 Official Ornament of the White House Historical Association features a nautical theme representing President Jimmy Carter’s time in the Navy. The ornament has a design that features significant events from Carter’s life and from his time as the 39th President of the United States.

We will be selling the ornaments on Election Day, November 5th, at Flint Hill and Cunningham Park Elementary Schools, and James Madison High School.

Please email [email protected] to make a purchase for porch pickup.  Order 5 or more and get free local delivery!  Cash or Checks to: JMHS Band Boosters; Credit cards email for instructions.

Tickets are on sale for the Annual Tiny Tots Holiday Concert in the JMHS Auditorium:
Thursday, December 5th at 10am and again at 7pm (wear PJs)
Friday, December 6th at 10am
Please join us for this exciting concert tradition featuring a wide array of music with very special costume performers!