Please join us for our next 2025-26 PTSA meeting on
Monday, November 10th 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.
Join the PTSA!
Questions? Contact Gayle Schlueter, President at president@jmhsptsa.org or
Heather Buescher, PTSA Membership Chair at membership@jmhsptsa.org
All meetings at 7:00 pm in the Madison library. Hope to see you there!
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You can now buy your “Home of a Warhawk” yard sign online to pick up during the Open House and Fall Kick Off on August 14, or buy with cash or check at the event.
In October, the Madison PTSA Hospitality team delivered 220 smoothies 
to our amazing teachers and staff for our annual Smoothie Surprise! A big thank you to everyone who helped deliver these sweet treats to classrooms.
Our next PTSA Hospitality event is Fall Treats
— 100% donated by our parents! 
Please sign up to donate food, beverages, or your time. 
SIGN UP HERE
Stay in the Loop: Would you like to be the first to know when volunteer opportunities are available? If you haven’t already, please fill out this quick form to get on the email list.
The PTSA is proud to partner with Madison High School in supporting our students who need additional support.
We are always asked, what do we need? Currently our most requested items are these toiletries: shampoo, conditioner, body wash, bar soap, deoderant, dish soap, sponges, small size laundry detergent (37 oz or less), sanitary pads (no tampons please).
And we are always collecting nonperishable food items. Some of our most requested items are: pasta, granola bars, shelf stable boxed milk, shelf stable juice boxes or bottles, small size cooking oil, salt and pepper shakers, ramen cups, canned fruit, cereal.
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.
Thank you for your incredible support and generosity!
The Madison High School PTSA Tax Id is: 52-1289266
All Night Grad is making plans for the class of 2026! Get a ticket for your senior here! Price is $60 this fall, and will increase later in the year, so purchase today! Prizes are raffled off throughout the school year (including an Apple Watch before winter break) to those seniors who have a ticket, so don’t delay.
Come join the fun in planning this memorable 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 Monday, November 10, at 6:30pm in the Madison library. Come see what we are about! Email our chair at jmhsang@gmail.com to join the planning crew, or have questions about the event.
Lawn Signs celebrating the class of 2026 are on sale!! The senior class will be designing their own sign and will be distributed in early spring. Pre-purchase yours today and check it off your list!
Tickets are available now!
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE JMHS MARCHING ENSEMBLE! Congratulations to the JMHS Marching Ensemble for their performances at VMBC South County and Rock Ridge competitions, and the Oakton classic this month.
At both the South County and Rock Ridge competitions JMHS received first place in Group 5 and swept the caption awards for outstanding Music, GE, Visual, Percussion, and Guard in Class 5. At the Oakton Classic, JMHS received 2nd place and was awarded captions for best general effect, percussion, and color guard.
At the BOA Mid-Atlantic Regional competition, the JMHS Marching Ensemble won the Best Music Caption Award in 3A Prelims and was one of 12 marching ensembles to advance to the finals. In the finals, Madison placed 8th overall.
We are so proud of these amazing students!
The 2023 Vienna Turkey Trot 5K/10K/Fun Run is on Sunday, November 23rd! Please register here for this fun and festive Vienna holiday tradition.
White House Ornaments
The 2025 Official Ornament of the White House Historical Association is all about the 150th anniversary of State Dinners at the Executive Mansion. We will be selling the ornaments on Election Day, November 4th, at Flint Hill and Cunningham Park Elementary Schools, and at James Madison High School.
Please email ornaments@jmhsband.org 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 Tiny Tots Holiday Concert in the JMHS Auditorium:
Thursday, December 4 at 10:00 am
Thursday, December 4 at 7:00 pm – “Jammy Friendly” show for the family
Friday, December 5 at 10:00 am
Please join us for this exciting concert tradition featuring a wide array of music with very special costume performers!
Current Madison Students can buy Warhawk Passes through Fairfax County Public Schools: LINK IS HERE (External Site)
Do you know someone who goes above and beyond at Madison every day? 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.
Simply fill out the form linked here to submit your nomination — it only takes a few minutes to make someone’s day! You can nominate one exceptional employee per category or recognize multiple individuals across different 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 Counselors and more)
Outstanding Operational Employee (examples: Administrative/Office Staff, Custodial Staff, Security Staff,Food Service Staff, Instructional Assistants and more)
️ Submissions will be received Friday, October 24 – Friday, November 14
Let’s come together to honor the dedicated and inspiring members of our Madison community who make a difference every single day.
If you have any questions, reach out to Claire Rowan (ccrowan@fcps.edu), Madison’s Awards Liaison.
Madison Choir and Orchestra present Raymond Briggs The Snowman in Concert on Saturday, December 6th at 10:30am. Tickets are $10 per person and allow entrance to the concert, winter crafts, and the option to visit with Santa and the Snowman. Be sure to get your ticket soon as this annual event sells out every year!
se this link to buy tickets for this family friendly event.
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 Regan Morgan, President or Heather Buescher, PTSA membership chair.
