Please consider signing up to support Madison students in need of winter clothing. Donations may be brought to the main office through Wednesday, December 14. Donation drop-off times are weekdays from 8am-4pm. Donors can sign up here. Contact Bethany Slingerland at bsslingerlan@fcps.edu with questions. Thank you, as always, for the generosity and kindness the Madison community demonstrates towards our students!
The All Night Grad Committee has big plans for the class of 2023! Get a ticket to this bash for your senior here! Prices will increase later in the year, so purchase today! Seniors spend the night of graduation with their class for one last time: try your luck at the casino, win amazing prizes, play games with friends, eat a seemingly never ending supply of food.
If you are interested in helping to plan this epic night, or have questions, email co-chairs Sarah Espanol and Jennifer Hallworth at allnightgrad@jmhsptsa.org.
Lawn Signs celebrating the class of 2023 are on sale!! The senior class is currently designing their own sign and will be distributed in early spring. Buy yours today and check it off your list! Orders must be placed by March 15 to guarantee availability. These look great at grad parties!
In November we hosted a Fall Treats event! Thank you to all those that donated or volunteered. Our next event is Friday, December 16th and we need your support!
Please contact chairs Angie Gutenson and Dara Dirth at hospitality@jmhsptsa.org to learn more about our monthly events and get involved.
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:
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 Beth Eachus, President or Robyn Nguyen, PTSA membership chair.
| 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, pencils and pens, 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 weekly to students and their families. |
– Cereal
– Rice
– Pasta
– Canned vegetables
– 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 towards this effort below.
On November 9th, we are kicking off our ANNUAL Winter Clothing Drive! Please consider signing up for one of the clothing donations to support Madison students in need of winter clothing. And huge thanks to Madison teacher Ms Slingerland for again organizing this effort!
And Saturday, November 18 is our Fall Giving Day. All Madison families are invited to stop by the school cafeteria between 10am-12pm to pick up free food, school supplies, and other household products they may need for the upcoming holidays. All items are courtesy of the Madison Food Pantry and the community.
Thank you for your incredible support and generosity!
Food for Students Grab and Go Locations
The Madison High School PTSA Tax Id is: 52-1289266
Buy your 22-23 Yearbook now! Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com and enter code 5307. The cost is $65 ($70 with a nameplate).
The Academic Boosters is a PTSA initiative dedicated to enriching the educational experience of all Madison students. Click here to join.
Academic Boosters has proudly sponsored the following programs and initiatives:
What a Show!
Bravo to the cast, crew, and Mr. Henderson for creating a Shakespearean delight of action, comedy, dance and drama.
Much Ado About Nothing had everything!
Click here to check out the two highest-rated reviews by Cappies of the National Capital Area!
NEXT UP!
Student-Directed One Act Plays
February 16, 17, 18
In this story of crossed wires…just kidding, but you know what we mean!
Just think: often student written, but ALWAYS student directed, these sets of plays always shock, surprise, and delight.
Don’t miss this explosive weekend of entertainment!
ACTING…SINGING…DANCING… Mamma Mia! Auditions begin December 6th.
Interested students go to Auditions | madisondrama (lmhenderson.wixsite.com)
Stay Connected with MAD Drama:
Website: www.madisondrama.com
Email: jmhsdrama2@gmail.com
Facebook Groups:
® MAD Drama Parents’ Association (closed group – for parents)
® MAD Drama (public page – student driven)
Upcoming events
We look forward to seeing you in our audience!
https://jmhsorchestra.com/
Welcome to Warhawk Nation and the 22/23 School Year!
Get your family booster pass HERE!
Student pass HERE
December
12/9–Senior Night-Girls Basketball
12/12–Booster Meeting
January
1/13–Senior Night–Swim & Dive
1/17 (Tuesday)–Booster Meeting
1/18–Senior Night-Wrestling
1/25–Senior Night-Gymnastics
1/27–Senior Night-Boys Basketball
TBD-Senior Night-Indoor Track
Be sure to follow the Warhawk Boosters on Facebook for all the latest news:
Tis the season… for lots of MadChoir singing! While many of our events are not open to the public, we hope to see you at one of these community upcoming events.
Sunday, December 4th– 12:15pm Madrigals sing at Arts and Music in the Park – Oakton Community Park
Wednesday, Dec 7th– 7:00pm Madrigals at Our Lady of Good Counsel/Money and King Remembrance Service
Friday, Dec 9th – 4:30pm Madrigals sing at Mayor’s Open House – Vienna Community Center
Saturday, December 10 at 10:30am We are excited to be presenting “The Snowman in Concert.” This is a fundraiser for Orchestra and Choir that includes a viewing of the holiday classic, The Snowman, while our Chamber Orchestra and Choirs perform the music to accompany the film. Following the movie, the children and adults in the audience will be invited to participate in craft stations, photos with Santa and the Snowman and holiday treats to go. Please support Madison’s Performing Arts Program by attending and bringing as many friends as you would like to this annual holiday event! Tickets are available here.
Thursday, December 15th at 7:00pm Winter Choral concert
Buy your 22-23 Yearbook NOW! Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com and enter the code 5307. The cost is $65 and $70 with a nameplate.
Senior Baby Ads
If you would like to purchase a Senior Baby ad for the 2023 Yearbook please go to www.yearbookordercenter.com, enter 5307 and then select “Start Your Ad.” You may choose a half, quarter, eighth, or sixteenth page ad. The deadline is Friday, November 11, 2002.
Senior Portraits
The third and final session date is scheduled for November 1 and 2. These dates will open for reservations in early October. You will be notified by the school when they are open for appointments. If you have any questions regarding senior portraits, please email seniors@vosphoto.com.
Underclassman
Makeup date for yearbook pictures is Wednesday, October 26. Click on link for more info.
Congratulation to the James Madison Marching Ensemble on a great season!
On November 5th at the VMBC State CHampionship, Madison placed 1st in Group 5 and received the Caption Awards for Best Visual and General Effect after the preliminary performance! Madison was one of 12 marching ensembles to advance to the Finals, and ultimately placed 2nd overall with a finals score of 93.363. CONGRATULATIONS Madison!
Concert season is just around the corner!
Tickets are on sale for the Annual Tiny Tots Holiday Concert in the JMHS Auditorium:
December 1st – 10am and 7pm
December 2nd – 10am
Advance purchase is highly recommended to ensure admission. Please use the following link for online reservations: https://james-madison-band.ticketleap.com/. The advance ticket price is $10.00 per person. Note there is an additional processing charge for online orders.
Hear the Jazz Band on Tuesday, December 6th at 7:00pm and the Winter Band Concert on Tuesday, December 13th at 7:00pm, both in the JMHS Auditorium.
White House Ornaments! Complete with delicate white icing and candy details, this year’s ornament represents the White House tradition of displaying a gingerbread house in the State Dining Room. The ornament has a special scratch and sniff feature that smells just like fresh gingerbread! They are $24 each and make wonderful holiday gifts for family and friends.
Please email ornaments@jmhsband.org to make a purchase for porch pickup. Cash or Checks to: JMHS Band Boosters.
