Reminder About Professional Development Afternoons

Posted:  February 15, 2020

As a reminder, our school division has established several professional development afternoons throughout the school year that will result in a shortened school day for all students.  Students will be dismissed early from school at 11:45 AM. The upcoming professional development afternoons that result in an early dismissal are:

• Thursday, February 27, 2020 (X-Day)
• Tuesday, April 28, 2020 (X-Day)

For other early dismissal dates and school breaks, point your Web browser to https://www.staffordschools.net/Page/64.

North Stafford AFJROTC Pancake Fundraiser on Saturday, February 22, 2020, from 8:30 AM-11:30 AM

Posted:  February 14, 2020

The North Stafford AFJROTC will be having its pancake breakfast fundraiser on Saturday, February 22, 2020, from 8:30 AM-11:30 AM.  This event is hosted by the Stafford American Legion Post 290, located at 1151 Mountain View Road, Fredericksburg, VA 22406.  Advanced tickets are $5.00 each on Eventbrite.  Tickets are $6.00 at the door (cash or credit).  There will be a 50/50 raffle, along with other raffles (cash only).  

Download the flyer.

Boys Lacrosse Interest

Posted:  February 14, 2020

If you are interested in playing boys' lacrosse, please send an e-mail to Coach Becton (coachbecton18@gmail.com).

Multicultural Club Meeting on Wednesday, February 26, 2020, After School in Room 232

Posted:  February 14, 2020

The next Multicultural Club meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 26, 2020, after school in Room 232.  This is a day earlier than scheduled because of the early dismissal on Thursday, February 27, 2020.  The club will be celebrating Russian culture with food, music, conversation, and video.

Congratulations to Our Boys Basketball Team!

Posted:  February 14, 2020

Congratulations to our boys' basketball team who claimed all district honors!  Shawn Asbury earned Honorable Mention, Holt Egan and Elisha Brown earned 2nd Team, Javon Swinton earned District Player of the Year, and Coach Hibberd earned Sub-Regional Coach of the Year!

Boys Tennis Conditioning on Tuesday, February 18, 2020, After School

Posted:  February 14, 2020

Boys tennis conditioning will take place on Tuesday, February 18, 2020, after school until 3:30 PM.  If you intend to tryout, please attend conditioning.  If you cannot attend, please speak to Coach Grein in Room 509.

Girls Tennis Interest Meeting on Wednesday, February 19, 2020, at 2:30 PM

Posted:  February 13, 2020

There will be a girl's tennis interest meeting on Wednesday, February 19, 2020, at 2:30 PM in the Health Room.  All girls interested in playing tennis must attend this meeting.

Congratulations to Our Girls Basketball Team Over Their Win Against Riverbend High School

Posted:  February 12, 2020

Congratulations to our girl's basketball team over their win against Riverbend High School on Tuesday evening!  The leading scorers were Makayla Johnson with 15 points and Cayla Thomas with 13 points.  This is our high school's first 10-win season in 10 years.

SkillsUSA Car Show on Saturday, April 18, 2020, from 8:00 AM-2:00 PM

Posted:  February 12, 2020

The SkillsUSA Car Show will take place on Saturday, April 18, 2020, from 8:00 AM-2:00 PM at our high school.  There will be food, a DJ, prizes, and custom awards.  You can also view our high school's customized Jeep built by our students.  There is a $20.00 car entry fee.  There is no cost to the viewing public.  For more information, contact Susan Caldwell (caldwellsl@staffordschools.net).

Download the flyer.

Big Smiles In-School Dental Care on Wednesday, March 25, 2020

Posted:  February 11, 2020

Our high school has partnered with Big Smiles to offer our students in-school dental care on Wednesday, March 25, 2020, from 7:45 AM-2:00 PM.  If your child is insured with Medicaid or CHIP, there is typically no cost to the family for this service.  There are also private insurance and self-pay options that are offered.

Services will be offered by local, licensed dentists.  Dental care includes a complete exam, x-rays, cleaning, fluoride, and sealants, as needed.

To register your student to receive dental care on Wednesday, March 25, 2020, point your Web browser to www.myschooldentist.com or pick-up an application from our high school’s clinic, located in the Main Office.  For questions, please call (800) 409-2563. Download the informational letter by pointing your Web browser to http://bit.ly/2OYmulx.

Attend the "Guiding the College-Bound Athlete" Seminar on Monday, February 24, 2020, 7:00 PM, at Colonial Forge High School

Posted:  February 11, 2020

Attend the "Guiding the College-Bound Athlete" seminar on Monday, February 24, 2020, at 7:00 PM at Colonial Forge High School in the Auditorium.  At this seminar, student athletes and parents/guardians will learn how to get recruited, how to become academically eligible, how to earn scholarships or grants, and how to set up college visits.  This event is for students in Grades 8-12.  Attendees will receive a free SAT/ACT preparation DVD (Tech support not included.  Limit one per family).

Download the flyer.

American Legion Boys State and American Legion Auxiliary Girls State Applications Available in the Counseling Center

Posted:  February 10, 2020

Applications for American Legion Boys State and American Legion Auxiliary Girls State are now available in the Counseling Center.  Applications are due on or before Friday, March 6, 2020.  Mandatory interviews will be held at the Stafford American Legion, located at 1141 Mountain View Road, Stafford, VA, on Sunday March 29, 2020, at 4:00 PM for Girls State and Monday, March 30, 2020, at 7:30 PM for Boys State.

Junior students with leadership, character, scholarship, loyalty, and service qualities who are interested in the principles of justice, freedom, and democracy should apply.  Applicants will apply for a one-week experience in local and state government for Sunday, June 21 through Saturday, June 27.  Boys State will be at Radford University and Girls State will be at Longwood University.

For more information, visit www.vagirlsstate.org or www.vaboysstate.org and www.staffordpost290.org.

Congratulations to Ayzjah Mercer on Becoming a Finalist for the Varsity Brand Spirit Award for Athlete of the Year!

Posted:  February 10, 2020

Congratulations to Ayzjah Mercer on becoming a finalist for the Varsity Brand Spirit Award for Athlete of the Year!  She serves as the captain of our cheerleading team.

Congratulations to Noah LeCain and Jordan Pollaci at All-District Choir!

Posted:  February 10, 2020

Congratulations to both Noah LeCain and Jordan Pollaci who were selected as alternates for the All-Virginia State Choir at All-Districts this past Friday.  Both students scored fourth out of their voice part for the entire district.

Registration Applications for Advanced Placement, Dual Enrollment, and Career and Technical Education Classes

Posted:  February 10, 2020

Students who have registered to take an Advanced Placement (AP), Dual Enrollment (DE), and/or a Career and Technical Education (CTE) class must pick-up the appropriate application form in the Counseling Center.  Potential DE students will need to register with Germanna Community College to take the Virginia Placement Exam at our high school.

First Annual North Stafford Football Mulch Sale

Posted:  February 10, 2020

Support our football team by purchasing mulch this spring and having it delivered to your driveway.  For an additional fee, you can have your mulch spread for you.  To participate in this fundraiser, you must live in Stafford County.  Orders must be placed by Wednesday, March 18, 2020.  Mulch will be delivered between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM on Saturday, March 28, 2020.

Place your mulch order today!

8th Annual Golf for Lax Sakes:  Friday, April 17, 2020

Posted:  February 10, 2020

The 8th Annual Golf for Lax Sakes event will be held at Augustine Golf Club on Friday, April 17, 2020, at 9:00 AM.  Participants who would like to register to golf may register individually for $90.00 or register as a foursome for $350.00.  The deadline to register is Tuesday, March 31, 2020.  You can also become a sponsor for the event.  The golf course is located at 76 Monument Drive, Stafford, VA 22554.

Download the registration and sponsorship form.

For more information about this event, please contact Debbie DeCola at debra_decola@comcast.net or call (540) 273.3554.

Interim Reports No Longer Will be Printed

Posted:  February 4, 2020

In an effort to take full advantage of the features in StudentVUE and ParentVUE, our high school has made the decision to no longer print and hand interim reports to students on the specified dates in the school calendar.  We have found this practice to be redundant and wasteful as our students and families have become accustomed to reviewing the Grades tab in StudentVUE/ParentVUE. Interim reports also quickly become outdated as StudentVUE/ParentVUE is live and constantly changing as assignments and grades are entered into a teacher’s grade book.  Parents/guardians and students can always request a printed interim report at anytime from their teacher.

If a student or parent/guardian is unable to access StudentVUE/ParentVUE, they can request an activation key if you have not set up an account.  Users can also reset their own account using the e-mail address that they created their account with.  Parents/guardians can reset their password.  Students can reset their password.  All student accounts are associated with their scps.net Google account.

Free SAT Preparation on Saturday, February 29, 2020, and Saturday, March 7, 2020

Posted:  February 3, 2020

We are excited to bring our students in Grades 10-12 an opportunity for SAT preparation and PSAT score enhancement.  Our high school, in partnership with Personal Best Tutoring, will be offering a free two-day SAT Preparation Seminar just for our students!  The seminars will take place on both Saturday, February 29, 2020, and on Saturday, March 7, 2020, from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM at our high school.  Check-in begins at 12:45 PM on each Saturday.

For our sophomore students, this opportunity will increase their university/college readiness.  For our junior and senior students, this opportunity will assist them when they take the SAT this school year and plan on attending a four-year university/college.  Although community college does not require the SAT, transferring to a four-year university/college may require SAT scores.

This incredible opportunity will only be offered to the first 100 students who register.  Participants are required to purchase The Official SAT Study Guide (2020 Edition) by the College Board.  You can purchase this book from our Counseling Center for just $20.00.  This book is also available from local bookstores or online.  All students attending will receive a free notes packet.

Register now.  Registration closes on Thursday, February 27, 2020, at 3:00 PM.

Battle of the Books Meeting on Wednesday, February 19, 2020, During All Student Lunches

Posted:  February 13, 2020

Battle of the Books will meet on Wednesday, February 19, 2020, during all student lunches.  Please see a librarian if you cannot attend.

National Honor Society Teacher and Student of the Month for February

Posted:  January 31, 2020

The National Honor Society would like to recognize Teacher of the Month for February, Ms. Wagner.  Student of the Month for February is R. Knight.  Congratulations!

Donate Gently Used Jeans

Posted:  January 24, 2020

Consider donating your gently used jeans to help the homeless.  You can make your donation in the Library, Main Office, or Room 600.  Donations will be accepted until Wednesday, February 26, 2020.

Grade 9 Field Trip to Medieval Times on Thursday, March 26, 2020

Posted:  January 22, 2020

Students in a Grade 9 English class for this school year are invited to go on a field trip to Medieval Times on Thursday, March 26, 2020.  The deadline for payment and to reserve your spot is on Monday, March 2, 2020.  Spots are limited.  Please see your Grade 9 English teacher for more details.

No School During Virginia Primary Elections on Tuesday, March 3, 2020

Posted:  January 8, 2020

Our school division has made the decision to close schools during the Virginia primary elections on Tuesday, March 3, 2020.  Although our high school is not a polling location, numerous other schools are.  There will be no adjustment to the XY alternating day calendar. Both Monday, March 2, 2020, and Wednesday, March 4, 2020, will be an X-Day.

Save the Date!  The 2nd Annual Black History Month Celebration Will Take Place on Saturday, February 29, 2020

Posted:  December 11, 2019

Updated:  February 1, 2020

Save the date!  The 2nd Annual Black History Month Celebration will take place on Saturday, February 29, 2020.  The College, Career, and Greek Life Exposition is from 3:00 PM-5:45 PM and the Celebration will be from 6:00 PM-8:00 PM.  If you are a business or organization and want to be part of the expositions and/or celebrations, the registration is now open. 

Download the flyer.

North Stafford High School Named as a 2018-2019 W!SE Blue Star School

Posted:  November 9, 2019

Our high school was recently named as a 2018-2019 W!SE Blue Star School!  Only 247 schools around the country have received this recognition for this year.  To be named a W!SE Blue Star School, a school must have achieved an 80% or above passing rate on the W!SE Financial Literacy Test and have either a majority of students on a given grade level take the test or achieve a minimum average score of 85%.

To view all of the W!SE Blue Star Schools, point your Web browser to http://bit.ly/2CsDj11. 

Battery Recycling Program Now Available

Posted:  October 10, 2019

Paint Your Parking Spot

Posted:  August 15, 2019

If you are a student driver who wishes to paint your parking spot, please see Ms. Zawoiski in the Main Office before school or during your lunch time to sign-up.  There is a $20.00 participation fee (cash, check, or money order).  Checks must be payable to North Stafford High School.  You must first submit a copy of your design for approval before any painting can be done. 

Class Websites Mobile App Reported Issues

Posted:  December 11, 2018

We have reported to our school division the Class Websites mobile app issues that users are experiencing when utilizing the StudentVUE/ParentVUE mobile app on their device.  These issues are being investigated further.  The issues explained below are division-wide and not just isolated to our high school.

Reported Issue #1:

Users of the StudentVUE/ParentVUE mobile app may experience an error message when selecting the Class Websites button.  The user will be unable to view any class websites through the mobile app only.  

The workaround for this issue is to access your StudentVUE/ParentVUE account from your device’s Web browser rather than the mobile app by pointing your Web browser to https://psp.staffordschools.net.

Reported Issue #2:

Users of the StudentVUE/ParentVUE mobile app will be unable to view multiple file attachments that are posted by a teacher on the class pages when selecting the Class Websites button for a student’s courses.  This issue is present when a user is able to access the Class Websites button from the mobile app (see Reported Issue #1).  This issue only appears in the mobile app.

The workaround for this issue is to access your StudentVUE/ParentVUE account from your device’s Web browser rather than the mobile app by pointing your Web browser to https://psp.staffordschools.net.  

Provisional Drivers' Licenses

Posted:  June 19, 2018

During the School Year

Provisional drivers' licenses will be issued on a walk-in basis Monday through Friday from 2:30 PM-3:30 PM in the main office.  No appointments are necessary.  If you are not able to make this offered time frame, an appointment must be made by contacting Helene Hall at (540) 658-6150, Ext. 1204.  The student must have their driver's permit and the 45-hour driving log.  The parent/guardian must have their driver's license.

During the Summer

Provisional drivers' licenses will be issued Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM-3:30 PM in the main office.  The student must have their driver's permit and the 45-hour driving log.  The parent/guardian must have their driver's license.  Please call the front office at (540) 658-6150 prior to coming to the school to ensure there is a school official present who is authorized to issue the license.