PTSA News

Please join us for the first PTSA Meeting of the school year on Tuesday, September 10th at 7:00 pm in the library and our next PTSA Meeting on Tuesday, October 8th 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.

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.

Parent Programs

The Madison PTSA is proud to highlight the following webinars hosted by one of our academic booster partners, Applerouth Education.

College Essay Support: How Parents Can Help Without Hijacking the Process
Tuesday, September 3 at 7pm

The college essay is all about reflection. But most students don’t know how to reflect, or where to start. The good news: parents can help! Join Kim Lifton, President of Wow Writing Workshop, to learn what you need to do NOW to get your child started while maintaining peace at home. Register here .

Can’t make it live? Register and you will receive a link to the webinar recording.

The Madison PTSA would also like to highlight the following webinar hosted by one of our academic booster partners Educational Connections.

Stress Less, Learn More: Strategies to Empower Your Anxious Student for a Smoother School Year.
Friday, September 13 @ 2pm

Register here.

Staff Appreciation Committee

Madison PTSA Hospitality started off the year strong with a beautiful Wonderful Warhawk teachers and staff. Thank you to everyone who donated food, drinks, and their time to make these events a success! Next up is the October Smoothie Surprise. More information on how you can help in future PTSA Hospitality events will be posted to our PTSA Facebook page and sent to our volunteer list in coming weeks. If you’d like to get a heads up on how you can volunteer for PTSA Hospitality events, sign up for the email list here. Questions? Email us at [email protected].

Thank you for your wonderful support. Questions? Email us at [email protected]

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JMHS Food Pantry

The PTSA is proud to partner with Madison High School in supporting our students who need additional support.  Every year we are in need of school supplies for many of our students.  Please consider donating!  Items especially needed include backpacks, pens, highlighters, spiral notebooks, pencil cases, folders and loose leaf paper.  Any donations can be dropped off in the Main Office at Door 1 or you can place an order through our Amazon wishlist.

The PTSA is also 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
– Rice
– Pasta
– Granola Bars
– Tomato sauce (please no glass)
– Juice
– Beans (dry or canned)
– Fruit (canned or in plastic)
– Milk (shelf stable)

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

An interest meeting for the Fall MAD Drama production of Puffs will take place in the blackbox after school on Monday September 9th. Students interested in auditioning or applying to be a part of a crew should attend. Auditions for the play will take place via sign up on Monday and Tuesday September 16th and 17th .

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

There is no better time of the year to get your Booster Family Pass.  2 adults and your non-high school age kids gain free entry to all regular season athletic events the whole year.  While adult ticket prices have increased to $7 per game per adult, the booster pass has not increased.  All the money goes toward helping our student-athletes be successful on and off the field.  Buy your passes here.

Visit the Athletic Booster website for:
*  Warhawk Passes for students 
*  Booster passes for Family Membership

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Warhawk Crew

James Madison Crew Boosters Organization, Inc. Vienna, Virginia

ROWERS WANTED! Open to all JMHS students, no experience necessary.

Warhawk Crew is a competitive club sport that represents JMHS while competing in regattas as a member of the Virginia Scholastic Rowing Association. We have about 70 athletes and we are always looking to grow! Warhawk Crew provides opportunities for students to become highly trained, competitive, and successful student-athletes. The team has won numerous state championships and national medals, in addition to launching alumni into rowing at the collegiate level.

Ready to try something new? Join us September 25th to meet the coaches and current rowers and learn about our program!

Parent & Student Interest Meeting
Wednesday, September 25, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Warhawk Hall

www.warhawkcrew.org

 

Mad Choir

Welcome back Warhawks!

Madison Choir is looking forward to an exciting school year of practices, performances, and adventures. Mark your calendars for our first concert on October 16th at 7pm.  All Madison Choirs will combine in concert with the Madison Orchestras.  All are welcome!  Be sure to check www.madchoir.org for more info on events for the 2024-25 school year.

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.