Skyview Information for Families of Attending Kids

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I can imagine nearby schools' swim and dive teams would use the indoor pool at Skyview for practice. So that would be a most convenient sport for Skyview students to join.

Maybe, Cub Run pool is very close to WFHS and CHS though.

[Anonymous]

Skyview Open house to meet some of the teachers will be Wednesday April 29 (9th graders at 5:00pm and 10th graders at 7:00pm)

Boundary meetings will be-
Tuesday April 28 (6-8pm) and Thursday April 30 (6-8pm)

and
Additional Boundary meetings will be-
Thursday May 28 (6-8pm) and Saturday May 30 (9-11am)

[Anonymous]

This is the BIG week that the Skyview HS Boundary options will be released, this should be super interesting to watch.

[Anonymous]

I attended the inaugural PTSA meeting last night. Very exciting! Thank you to those who volunteered to take on leadership. There is such great energy - it feels as though Skyview is on to a great start. Looking forward to the "Come in Unity" event on Wednesday. I really hope the kids can start to get to know each other. I suspect everyone feels like "I won't know anyone."

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I attended the inaugural PTSA meeting last night. Very exciting! Thank you to those who volunteered to take on leadership. There is such great energy - it feels as though Skyview is on to a great start. Looking forward to the "Come in Unity" event on Wednesday. I really hope the kids can start to get to know each other. I suspect everyone feels like "I won't know anyone."

We'll be there too. Our 9th grader has been meeting friends from middle school who went on to different high schools.

[Anonymous]

What is the bussing situation for those outside the Skyview boundary (but opted in from one of the five originally targeted HS’s)?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:What is the bussing situation for those outside the Skyview boundary (but opted in from one of the five originally targeted HS’s)?

Undetermined, there was a mention of bussing hubs for out of boundary students.

[Anonymous]

My DC is not in the zone schools, and the messaging was unclear that everyone is eligible to apply. The principal came to the middle school and gave a presentation; I learned about the school through my child.

After visiting, I get the impression they are recruiting the waitlist children from TJ. I can’t imagine that not becoming a magnet school. I think the county is going to invest all of their energy to make sure that this is a success. I wouldn’t be surprised if this becomes more covenant than TJ in the future.


Alternatively, it can be a disaster like most things at FCPS and hopefully the first few classes don’t feel a negative impact when applying for college.

[Anonymous]

*coveted

Apologize for all the errors in my post. I am typing quickly on my phone

[Anonymous]

The boundary meeting last night at Skyview HS (and online) was super interesting, the boundary company seemed to really struggle with this process. Multiple neighborhoods are fired up and want answers to many questions about how maps were developed and why maps were developed into the 3 "potential" scenarios.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:My DC is not in the zone schools, and the messaging was unclear that everyone is eligible to apply. The principal came to the middle school and gave a presentation; I learned about the school through my child.

After visiting, I get the impression they are recruiting the waitlist children from TJ. I can’t imagine that not becoming a magnet school. I think the county is going to invest all of their energy to make sure that this is a success. I wouldn’t be surprised if this becomes more covenant than TJ in the future.


Alternatively, it can be a disaster like most things at FCPS and hopefully the first few classes don’t feel a negative impact when applying for college.

Not unless it passes TJ in the national rankings and I doubt that happens anytime in the near future. It is not going to have the advanced labs or options that TJ has. They will foster a connection in the areas where they can, like the AI, but it will not otuch what TJ has for resources or specialized course options. It could be a nice fall back for kids who are not admitted to TJ in the Western part of the County but this about it. Pupil placed students will have to provide their own transportation as well.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:The boundary meeting last night at Skyview HS (and online) was super interesting, the boundary company seemed to really struggle with this process. Multiple neighborhoods are fired up and want answers to many questions about how maps were developed and why maps were developed into the 3 "potential" scenarios.

The consultants admitted that they did not bother to do the research to figure out neighborhoods and proceeded to develop scenarios that involved breaking up ES's. It was a mess and gives me zero confidence that the consulting firm has a clue as to what they are doing. But that discussion belongs in the Western High School Boundaries thread.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:My DC is not in the zone schools, and the messaging was unclear that everyone is eligible to apply. The principal came to the middle school and gave a presentation; I learned about the school through my child.

After visiting, I get the impression they are recruiting the waitlist children from TJ. I can’t imagine that not becoming a magnet school. I think the county is going to invest all of their energy to make sure that this is a success. I wouldn’t be surprised if this becomes more covenant than TJ in the future.


Alternatively, it can be a disaster like most things at FCPS and hopefully the first few classes don’t feel a negative impact when applying for college.

They are now accepting anyone who wants to opt in. All you have to do is complete the IT-110 form and give it to your school and you will be transferred. There is space - all are welcome to opt in throughout Fairfax county. (I'm grateful because my kid was no where close to TJ viable, but really wants to be a pilot. He is so excited about skyview!)

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:My DC is not in the zone schools, and the messaging was unclear that everyone is eligible to apply. The principal came to the middle school and gave a presentation; I learned about the school through my child.

After visiting, I get the impression they are recruiting the waitlist children from TJ. I can’t imagine that not becoming a magnet school. I think the county is going to invest all of their energy to make sure that this is a success. I wouldn’t be surprised if this becomes more covenant than TJ in the future.


Alternatively, it can be a disaster like most things at FCPS and hopefully the first few classes don’t feel a negative impact when applying for college.

Not unless it passes TJ in the national rankings and I doubt that happens anytime in the near future. It is not going to have the advanced labs or options that TJ has. They will foster a connection in the areas where they can, like the AI, but it will not otuch what TJ has for resources or specialized course options. It could be a nice fall back for kids who are not admitted to TJ in the Western part of the County but this about it. Pupil placed students will have to provide their own transportation as well.

They've just announced a formal partnership with TJ. On Saturday at noon, there will be an open house with the TJ and Skyview Principles to discuss it. Here is the formal language:

Skyview students will have the unique opportunity to engage in shared Aerospace Science programming, science fairs, and peer mentoring with Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST). This alliance ensures students have unparalleled access to specialized academic experiences and resources.

If your family is interested in being part of the inaugural Skyview community, we invite you to learn more by attending an open house on Saturday, May 2, at noon. TJHSST Principal Mike Mukai will join me in sharing information about our collaboration and answering your questions. Please register to attend.

In the interim, I encourage you to visit the Skyview High School website. If you would like to learn about Skyview’s enrollment process, please view our Student Registration page or contact us at 571-720-0691.

Sincerely,

Dave Jagels
Principal
Skyview High School

[Anonymous]

Here are details for tonight's event. I know a few folks who are coming who haven't yet opted-in. Anyone is welcome.

Welcome to the "Come-in-Unity" April Event!

Skyview High School is thrilled to invite our freshmen, sophomores, and their families to an evening dedicated to building community and preparing for the journey ahead. This is your chance to get an inside look at the Skyview experience and connect with the people who make it happen.

Event Details

Date: Wednesday, April 29th
Location: Skyview High School
Time Slots:
9th Grade: 5:00 p.m.
10th Grade: 7:00 p.m.


What’s on the Agenda?

1. Meet the Instructional Staff Get to know the educators who will be working directly with your students. This is a great opportunity to put faces to names and start building those essential home-school partnerships.

2. Explore Our Instructional Model We’ll dive into how we teach and how our students learn. Hear firsthand about the innovative strategies and academic frameworks that define a Skyview education.

3. "The Road" with Student Services The Student Services Department will present "The Road," a comprehensive look at the academic and social-emotional milestones ahead. Whether it’s graduation requirements or future planning, we’ll help you navigate the path forward.