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Falls Church Academy is committed to assisting students as they explore their future career interests in the areas of Health and Human Service fields.

Register for one of these amazing classes at Falls Church Academy to explore and prepare for health and human services careers!! 

Registration opened January 6, 2025.

Falls Church Academy Dates To Remember

• Feb. 4:  EMT students visit McConnell Public Safety and Transportation Operations Center
• Feb. 5:  Shenandoah University School of Pharmacy speaks to Pharm Tech Level 2 students
• Feb. 13:  Preston Pharmacy Zoom with Pharm Tech Level 2 students
• Feb. 17:  Presidents' Day Holiday
• Feb. 18:  i2i Future Ready Conference at Inova's Innovation Park
• Feb. 21:  Dental Careers students at Annandale Terrace ES for dental screenings
• Feb. 28:  Resume Writing and Interview Skills with Dental Careers Students
• Feb. 28:  Ramadan begins at sundown

Top 10 Reasons Falls Church Academy is an amazing place for students to learn about health and human service careers

Click here for the Top 10 reasons why Falls Church Academy is so amazing!

EMT students learn emergency management through simulations at PSTOC

EMT students visited the McConnell Public Safety and Transportation Operations Center to learn about public safety and emergency management.  PSTOC representatives provided a training simulation for the students at which they were placed in Community Groups with roles in emergency situations.  Students needed to negotiate for needed resources in order to support the "disastrous situation their community was facing" and work together as a team.   

Exploring Health students learn the heart through art

Students in the Exploring the Language of Medicine course were asked to be creative in diagraming the internal and external view of the heart and showing the flow of blood through the heart.  These students were very creative as they showed all sides.

Some students went above and beyond to show their creativity.  Very talented!

Shenadoah University promotes Pharmacy careers

Students from Shenandoah University School of Pharmacy spoke to the Level 2 Pharmacy Tech students to encourage them to pursue further education and careers in pharmacy.  The students knowledge of pharmacy facts were tested as they participated in a pharmacy jeopardy game.

Medical Assistant students learned more about our senses

Taste, smell, touch and eye reactions are good indicators of a healthy nervous system.  Through various centers, Medical Assistant students had the chance to experience their senses a little deeper.  PERRLA (Pupil, Equal, Round, Reactive, Light, Accommodation) is what the students are learning above, as they see their pupils reaction to light sources.

Taste sensors vary depending on the different parts of your tongue and taste sensors differ depending on the person.

Using cotton balls, paper clips, sand paper, students learn to explore patients sense of touch and if that touch is similar on the right side or left side.

Virtual classroom with Preston's Pharmacy

Pharmacy Tech Level 2 students enjoyed a virtual presentation by Zak Ferouz, 4th Year PharmD Candidate at Preston's Pharmacy.  Due to the size of the Pharmacy, students were not able to physically visit the location, however, Preston's was gracious enough to provide a virtual tour of the compounding pharmacy.  Students learned hand hygiene and garbing protocols for compounding, space requirements of sterile and non-sterile compounding areas, stringent rules of temperature for storage and compounding.  In addition, he shared information about his studies toward becoming a Doctor of Pharmacy.  

Parking & Transportation at the Academy

Parking / Transportation:    Due to the ongoing renovative at Falls Church High School all Academy students are strongly encouraged to take the free shuttle bus to and from your high school if shuttles are available.  Drop-offs and pick-ups will be at Door #4. Shuttle schedules will be posted on our Academy website according to AM, Mid-Day 1, and Mid-Day 2 classes.   Student drivers must have an Academy hang tag displayed from their rear view mirror.  If you have a base school tag, there is no charge.  If you do not have a base school tag, your parking fee is $67.00.  Academy parking is located at the Providence Rec Center and student drivers will enter the building through Door #11. Parking is limited and will be prioritized for students without shuttles. For students taking classes at the Plum Center, parking is available in the Plum Center parking lot.

Cell Phone Policy at Falls Church HS Academy

Falls Church High School has been selected as one of the schools to pilot the new phone-free initiative, beginning September 3.  This includes all students attending Falls Church Academy classes as well.  Even if the student's base school is not included in this pilot, all Academy students will adhere to this same policy when in Academy classes.  Students will need to store cell phones in central storage units in each classroom.  Airpods must be secured in the storage unit or placed in backpacks. Smartwatches must be off or on airplane mode.  More information will be shared in class.

Academy class attendance

Attendance:  Good attendance is paramount to your success at Falls Church Academy. Our courses are performance-based so it’s absolutely critical you are here to participate. When reporting absences, parents must contact both their child’s base school and Academy attendance offices. The Academy Attendance number is 703.207.4011

Academy Services for Students

For additional academic support at Falls Church Academy, we encourage you to contact:

Emarinn Oundee, Academy School Counselor: [email protected] 

Jill Burrer, Career Experiences: [email protected]

Rosie Schubring, ESOL Support for Multilingual  Learners: [email protected]             

Gina Lintott, Special Education: [email protected]

Muriel Hills, Special Education: [email protected]

I know our courses will make a powerful impact on your education and future decision making.  We will provide you with state-of-the-art equipment and professional expertise.  I hope you take full advantage of all our courses and become a self-directed and independent learner.  Please contact my Administrative Assistant, Karen Fields at 703-207-4011 or [email protected]  with any questions or concerns.

Respectfully, 

Bill McGreevy

Administrator - Falls Church Academy

Follow us on: Instagram @fallschurchacademy and Facebook @fallschurchacad to stay up to date with important announcements and events!

7521 Jaguar Trail, Falls Church, VA 22042  | Main Office: 703-207-4011
Attendance: 703-207-4011 | Web | Twitter

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Falls Church Academy is committed to assisting students as they explore their future career interests in the areas of Health and Human Service fields.

Register for one of these amazing classes at Falls Church Academy to explore and prepare for health and human services careers!! 

Registration opened January 6, 2025.

Falls Church Academy Dates To Remember

• Jan. 6-9:  Snow days
• Jan. 13:  Inova Stop The Bleed
• Jan. 13-17:  CPR training for Medical Assistant students
• Jan. 20:  Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Inauguration Day Holiday
• Jan. 28:  End of 2nd Qtr.
• Jan. 29:  Professional Workday/Student Holiday
• Feb. 4: EMT students visit McConnell Public Safety and Transportation Operations Center

Students are excited to learn more about Falls Church Academy classes

At Open Houses, Curriculum Nights and Elective Fairs, students and parents are excitedly interested in Academy classes for the 2025-2026 academic year.  For more information about Falls Church classes and how to apply, visit the Academy course registration page 

Top 10 Reasons Falls Church Academy is an amazing place for students to learn about health and human service careers

Click here for the Top 10 reasons why Falls Church Academy is so amazing!

Parking & Transportation at the Academy

Parking / Transportation:    Due to the ongoing renovative at Falls Church High School all Academy students are strongly encouraged to take the free shuttle bus to and from your high school if shuttles are available.  Drop-offs and pick-ups will be at Door #4. Shuttle schedules will be posted on our Academy website according to AM, Mid-Day 1, and Mid-Day 2 classes.   Student drivers must have an Academy hang tag displayed from their rear view mirror.  If you have a base school tag, there is no charge.  If you do not have a base school tag, your parking fee is $67.00.  Academy parking is located at the Providence Rec Center and student drivers will enter the building through Door #11. Parking is limited and will be prioritized for students without shuttles. For students taking classes at the Plum Center, parking is available in the Plum Center parking lot.

Cell Phone Policy at Falls Church HS Academy

Falls Church High School has been selected as one of the schools to pilot the new phone-free initiative, beginning September 3.  This includes all students attending Falls Church Academy classes as well.  Even if the student's base school is not included in this pilot, all Academy students will adhere to this same policy when in Academy classes.  Students will need to store cell phones in central storage units in each classroom.  Airpods must be secured in the storage unit or placed in backpacks. Smartwatches must be off or on airplane mode.  More information will be shared in class.

Academy class attendance

Attendance:  Good attendance is paramount to your success at Falls Church Academy. Our courses are performance-based so it’s absolutely critical you are here to participate. When reporting absences, parents must contact both their child’s base school and Academy attendance offices. The Academy Attendance number is 703.207.4011

Academy Services for Students

For additional academic support at Falls Church Academy, we encourage you to contact:

Emarinn Oundee, Academy School Counselor: [email protected] 

Jill Burrer, Career Experiences: [email protected]

Rosie Schubring, ESOL Support for Multilingual  Learners: [email protected]             

Gina Lintott, Special Education: [email protected]

Muriel Hills, Special Education: [email protected]

I know our courses will make a powerful impact on your education and future decision making.  We will provide you with state-of-the-art equipment and professional expertise.  I hope you take full advantage of all our courses and become a self-directed and independent learner.  Please contact my Administrative Assistant, Karen Fields at 703-207-4011 or [email protected]  with any questions or concerns.

Respectfully, 

Bill McGreevy

Administrator - Falls Church Academy

Follow us on: Instagram @fallschurchacademy and Facebook @fallschurchacad to stay up to date with important announcements and events!

7521 Jaguar Trail, Falls Church, VA 22042  | Main Office: 703-207-4011
Attendance: 703-207-4011 | Web | Twitter

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Falls Church Academy is committed to assisting students as they explore their future career interests in the areas of Health and Human Service fields.

Register for one of these amazing classes at Falls Church Academy to explore and prepare for health and human services careers!! 

Registration opens January 6, 2025.

Falls Church Academy Dates To Remember

• November 1:  No School - Diwali
• November 4:  Student Holiday - HOSA District Competition at West Potomac HS
• November 5:  Election Day - School Holiday
• November 11:  Veterans Day - School Holiday
• November 14:  Stop the Bleed - Exploring Health Science
• November 15:  Dental Careers 2 students field trip to ProTech Dental Lab
• November 20:  Inova Trauma Survivors Network presentation to EMT, Medical Assistant and Exploring Health Science students
• November 21:  Immunization Fair
• November 25:  Stop the Bleed - Medical Assistant - Argueta
• November 27-29:  Thanksgiving Holiday
• December 2-6:  SMHS Immersive Learning Center - Plum Center
• December 12:  Stop The Bleed - Medical Assistant - Portnoy
• December 16-20:  Dental Careers CPR Training
• December 23-January 3:  Winter Break

Top 10 Reasons Falls Church Academy is an amazing place for students to learn about health and human service careers

Click here for the Top 10 reasons why Falls Church Academy is so amazing!

Medical Assistant students learn how to look for melanoma on the skin

Using tortilla's and their imperfections, students learned how to recognize the ABCDE's of mole's to determine melanoma.  They also used UV beads to test SPF's effectiveness.

Exploring students put on and take off PPE

Learning about protection from contamination of infectious materials is key to health and safety in healthcare settings.  Exploring Health Science students learned the proper procedures to "don and doff" their personal protective equipment.  

EMT students learn to trust and care for each other

EMT's may also be firefighters or need to go into situations with fire fighters to care for a patient.  Doing so requires physical stamina, care for the patient and their colleagues.  These EMT students were learning how to trust and be caring of their classmates through a trust walk exercise.

Inova Trauma Survivor's presented life changing experiences

EMT, Medical Assistant and Exploring Health Science students had the great benefit to learn about caring and compassionate care from members of the Inova Trauma Survivors Network.  Whether a nurse, social worker, EMT or any other healthcare worker it's important to hear the stories of patients who have been in horrific situations to know better how to or not to act, what to say or not and how to care with compassion.  JD, Jimmy and Shira shared their heartfelt stories of resilience and care with the students who asked amazing questions of their experience.  

GW's Immersive Learning Center provides great simulated hands on experiences for students to learn

Using VR Goggles and simulated exercises, Plum Center nursing students are able to learn about the heart and chest cavity through these simulated exercises in the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences Immersive Learning Center.  In addition, students learned how to successfully support an accident victim by learning proper PPE on scene, the protocols for accessing a patient and proper stabilization for transport.  This learning center can be reconfigured to "support critical thinking and applied learning to maximize student learning and engagement" with various medical experiences.   

EMT students learn hands-on patient assessments and triage

To prepare to be an EMT, students must preform critical hands-on skills until they are comfortable and knowledgeable of the procedures necessary to provide life saving care.  In this classroom, hands-on skills and real life experiences are part of every day learning.  In addition to in class learning, EMT students receive patient contacts through ride alongs with Fairfax County Fire and Rescue as well as clinical experiences at Inova Fair Oaks ER.  

A trip to Protech Dental Studio helped students see different career options in dentistry

Students from the Dental Careers Level 2 class attended a field trip to Protech Dental Labs and were exposed to an amazing tour of their state of the art high-aesthetic lab where they create partial and full mouth restorations.  

HOSA District Competition

On November 4, students from Falls Church Academy, Chantilly Academy and West Potomac Academy competed in various medical related competitions among themselves.  Winners of these competitions have the opportunity to compete in the Virginia State HOSA competition in Williamsburg, VA, March 7-9, 2025.  

Parking & Transportation at the Academy

Parking / Transportation:    Due to the ongoing renovative at Falls Church High School all Academy students are strongly encouraged to take the free shuttle bus to and from your high school if shuttles are available.  Drop-offs and pick-ups will be at Door #4. Shuttle schedules will be posted on our Academy website according to AM, Mid-Day 1, and Mid-Day 2 classes.   Student drivers must have an Academy hang tag displayed from their rear view mirror.  If you have a base school tag, there is no charge.  If you do not have a base school tag, your parking fee is $67.00.  Academy parking is located at the Providence Rec Center and student drivers will enter the building through Door #11. Parking is limited and will be prioritized for students without shuttles. For students taking classes at the Plum Center, parking is available in the Plum Center parking lot.

Cell Phone Policy at Falls Church HS Academy

Falls Church High School has been selected as one of the schools to pilot the new phone-free initiative, beginning September 3.  This includes all students attending Falls Church Academy classes as well.  Even if the student's base school is not included in this pilot, all Academy students will adhere to this same policy when in Academy classes.  Students will need to store cell phones in central storage units in each classroom.  Airpods must be secured in the storage unit or placed in backpacks. Smartwatches must be off or on airplane mode.  More information will be shared in class.

Academy class attendance

Attendance:  Good attendance is paramount to your success at Falls Church Academy. Our courses are performance-based so it’s absolutely critical you are here to participate. When reporting absences, parents must contact both their child’s base school and Academy attendance offices. The Academy Attendance number is 703.207.4011

Academy Services for Students

For additional academic support at Falls Church Academy, we encourage you to contact:

Emarinn Oundee, Academy School Counselor: [email protected] 

Jill Burrer, Career Experiences: [email protected]

Rosie Schubring, ESOL Support for Multilingual  Learners: [email protected]             

Gina Lintott, Special Education: [email protected]

Muriel Hills, Special Education: [email protected]

I know our courses will make a powerful impact on your education and future decision making.  We will provide you with state-of-the-art equipment and professional expertise.  I hope you take full advantage of all our courses and become a self-directed and independent learner.  Please contact my Administrative Assistant, Karen Fields at 703-207-4011 or [email protected]  with any questions or concerns.

Respectfully, 

Bill McGreevy

Administrator - Falls Church Academy

Follow us on: Instagram @fallschurchacademy and Facebook @fallschurchacad to stay up to date with important announcements and events!

7521 Jaguar Trail, Falls Church, VA 22042  | Main Office: 703-207-4011
Attendance: 703-207-4011 | Web | Twitter

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

Falls Church Academy is committed to assisting students as they explore their future career interests in the areas of Health and Human Service fields.

Register for one of these amazing classes at Falls Church Academy to explore and prepare for health and human services careers!!  

Falls Church Academy Dates To Remember

• October 1:  Medical Assistant students attend Dome at Inova Heart & Vascular Institute
• October 3:  School Holiday - Rosh Hashanah
• October 4:  Student Holiday - Professional Workday
• October 7:  Fairfax Co. Police Department Helicopter Division
• October 9:  PSAT/SAT Day
• October 11:  Dr. Julie Jung to provide hands on learning to Dental students
• October 15:  Dome Experience for students in Mrs. Argueta's MA class
• October 17:  Jeremy Smith, RDH, to talk to Dental Careers students
• October 21:  Inova Trauma Survivors - Plum Center presentation
• October 22:  Dome Experience for students in Mrs. Portnoy's MA class
• October 23:  VCU Pharmacy to speak to Level 2 Pharmacy Tech student 
• October 25:  Dental Screening at Woodburn Elementary
• October 28:  Dental Screening at Woodburn Elementary
• October 29:  Inova Health Services presentation for Medical Assistant and Exploring Health Science
• October 30:  ASL Level 3 students tour Gallaudet University
• October 31:  2 hour early release - End of 1st Qtr.
• November 1:  Holiday - Diwali

Inova informs medical students of career pathways

Representatives from Inova Health System provided healthcare career information to Falls Church Academy Medical Assistant and Exploring Health Science students.  Included in their presentation was information about tuition assistance, advancement opportunities, education and training support at Inova.  Falls Church Academy is grateful to have this relationship with the largest hospital campus in Northern Virginia and the second largest healthcare system in Virginia.

Gallaudet University provided ASL students with a wealth of education

Students in the Level 3 and 4 ASL classes spent the day at Gallaudet University learning about the development of Deaf education in the United States.  Four speaking and signing interpreters lead a tour of GU's campus while sharing their knowledge of its inception and impact on educating Deaf individuals.

See more on the field trip in this YouTube video created by our ASL teacher, Michael Walton.

Fairfax County Police Helicopter Division lands at Falls Church HS

Career awareness comes in many forms.  As the Fairfax County Police Helicopter Division landed on the baseball field at Falls Church High School, EMT students watched as it landed.  In addition, representatives from this division shared their career pathways, what it takes to be a flight medic and a day in the life in their positions.  Students asked questions of the career professionals and had the opportunity to climb into the helicopter to see the equipment they use each day.  As the helicopter took off the students eagerly took videos and proclaimed "that's so cool!"

Medical Assistant students learn body systems

Students in the Medical Assistant course learned body systems by drawing their own body on paper and filling in the anatomy.

Students gain hands-on experience in providing assistance to a dentist

Students in the Level 2 Dental Careers course received hands-on instruction and skills from Dr. Julie Jung, Dentist from Transcendental in Arlington, VA.  Students learned how to prepare for a filling with this exercise.

Parking & Transportation at the Academy

Parking / Transportation:    Due to the ongoing renovative at Falls Church High School all Academy students are strongly encouraged to take the free shuttle bus to and from your high school if shuttles are available.  Drop-offs and pick-ups will be at Door #4. Shuttle schedules will be posted on our Academy website according to AM, Mid-Day 1, and Mid-Day 2 classes.   Student drivers must have an Academy hang tag displayed from their rear view mirror.  If you have a base school tag, there is no charge.  If you do not have a base school tag, your parking fee is $67.00.  Academy parking is located at the Providence Rec Center and student drivers will enter the building through Door #11. Parking is limited and will be prioritized for students without shuttles. For students taking classes at the Plum Center, parking is available in the Plum Center parking lot.

Cell Phone Policy at Falls Church HS Academy

Falls Church High School has been selected as one of the schools to pilot the new phone-free initiative, beginning September 3.  This includes all students attending Falls Church Academy classes as well.  Even if the student's base school is not included in this pilot, all Academy students will adhere to this same policy when in Academy classes.  Students will need to store cell phones in central storage units in each classroom.  Airpods must be secured in the storage unit or placed in backpacks. Smartwatches must be off or on airplane mode.  More information will be shared in class.

Academy class attendance

Attendance:  Good attendance is paramount to your success at Falls Church Academy. Our courses are performance-based so it’s absolutely critical you are here to participate. When reporting absences, parents must contact both their child’s base school and Academy attendance offices. The Academy Attendance number is 703.207.4011

Academy Services for Students

For additional academic support at Falls Church Academy, we encourage you to contact:

Emarinn Oundee, Academy School Counselor: [email protected] 

Jill Burrer, Career Experiences: [email protected]

Rosie Schubring, ESOL Support for Multilingual  Learners: [email protected]             

Gina Lintott, Special Education: [email protected]

Muriel Hills, Special Education: [email protected]

I know our courses will make a powerful impact on your education and future decision making.  We will provide you with state-of-the-art equipment and professional expertise.  I hope you take full advantage of all our courses and become a self-directed and independent learner.  Please contact my Administrative Assistant, Karen Fields at 703-207-4011 or [email protected]  with any questions or concerns.

Respectfully, 

Bill McGreevy

Administrator - Falls Church Academy

Follow us on: Instagram @fallschurchacademy and Facebook @fallschurchacad to stay up to date with important announcements and events!

7521 Jaguar Trail, Falls Church, VA 22042  | Main Office: 703-207-4011
Attendance: 703-207-4011 | Web | Twitter