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POINSETTIA DEADLINE APPROACHING FAST! | | | |
Order Your Holiday Poinsettias!
Deadline Nov. 12th
Order your holiday poinsettias today. Add a festive touch to your home or give them as a gift to a friend. You can also send a poinsettia to your favorite Marshall staff member, and we'll deliver it on your behalf.
Four Colors Available:
7-inch Poinsettias available in Red, Pink, White, or Marble
Purchase today ($20 each). Deadline: Nov. 12th
Pick up on December 6th at Marshall High School.
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🇺🇸 HONOR OUR HEROES AT THE FIELD OF HONOR CEREMONY
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Field of Honor: A Salute to Our Heroes
The Marshall Military Youth Liaison Organization (MYLO) invites our community to join us for the Annual Veterans Day Field of Honor Ceremony at Marshall High School.
MYLO, a student-led club with over 30 members, supports our military-connected students by fostering a sense of community and building connections between Marshall and the local military community.
Sponsor a flag to recognize and honor the service of a veteran or active-duty service member, and join us for this special tribute on Monday, November 10th, 9:30–10:00 AM on the front lawn as we come together to honor those who have served our country with courage and pride.
$5 - 1 Flag
$20 - 5 Flags
or $35 for 5 flags for both Veterans & Memorial Day
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MARSHALL MILITARY FAMILIES - LET'S CONNECT | | | |
We Want to Build Connections with our Military Families.
The Marshall Military Youth Liaison Organization (MYLO) seeks to connect with members of our Marshall community who have served, or are currently serving, in the military.
Our students would love the opportunity to send thank-you cards, recognize your service, and learn how we can better support our military families throughout the year.
If you or someone in your household has a military connection, please let us know by completing the Google Form below. Together, we can continue to honor and strengthen the bond between our school and our military community.
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EVERY FORM OF ART CONTEST & JUDGES NEEDED | | | |
Every Form of Art. One Powerful Theme -
"I Belong."
Enter your original work in one or more of six categories: Dance, Film, Literature, Music, Photography, or Visual Arts. Marshall winners will advance to District, State, and even National levels — with scholarships up to $800!
🗓️ Deadline: November 14
📩 Teacher Sponsor: Ms. Makalla Shernick – mcshernick@fcps.edu
🌐 Learn More: Visit gcmptsa.org and click the "Reflections" tab for contest details, forms, and updates.
❓ Questions? Email reflections@gcmptsa.org
Step up. Stand out. Express yourself — because your art belongs.
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Call for Reflections Judges – Parent Volunteers Needed!
Calling on our community of parents to volunteer your time to be judges for our “Reflections” Program. Students will submit their creative works by November 14, and once entries are in, we’ll need your help reviewing them and selecting winners to advance to the semifinals and finals. If you’re interested, please email reflections@gcmptsa.org. Once the panel is formed, we’ll hold a short meeting to review judging guidelines.
(Please note: parents of participating students are not eligible to serve as judges.) To learn more about the program and what judging entails, visit gcmptsa.org and click on the Reflections tab.
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HOLIDAY SPECIAL: ORDER TODAY | | | |
WH Historical Association Ornaments
Celebrating 150 years of White House State Dinners, this hand-assembled ornament features 24-karat gold accents, fine brass etching, and rich enamel detail.
Showcasing two elegant plates from the White House State China collection, it honors generations of diplomacy, tradition, and shared history.
Includes a red-and-gold hanging cord, keepsake gift box, and a full-color booklet highlighting the stories behind the State China and White House customs.
All Proceeds help support the All Night Grad Celebration!
ANGC provides a safe and fun celebration for our Seniors after Graduation.
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SUPPORT FOR FAMILIES EXPERIENCING FURLOUGHS | | | |
Marshall Market: Here for Furloughed Families
If your family has been furloughed, the Marshall Market is here to help. We provide food, snacks, and personal care items to families in need, and all requests are handled privately. As we prepare for Thanksgiving and winter break, we want to ensure that every Marshall family has the support they need during the holiday season.
Please reach out to your student's counselor so we can connect you with the resources available.
You can also help other Marshall families by donating Lidl gift cards in $25 increments or contributing directly to the Marshall Market. Donate via Venmo @GCMPTSA — be sure to add “Marshall Market” in the comment section — or click the link below to give. Every gift helps support our community during this challenging time.
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STATESMEN THEATRE: FALL PLAY NOVEMBER 13-15 | | | |
Statesmen Theatre presents Adventures in Wonderland!
Step through the looking glass and get ready to fall down the rabbit hole with Statesmen Theatre's Adventures in Wonderland!
November 13 - 7:30 pm
November 14 - 7:30 pm
November 15 - 2 pm and 7:30 pm
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Join the 2026 Marshall Winterguard
All students at Marshall are welcome to audition for our five-time state medalist winterguard!
No experience in color guard is required; just an open mind and a good attitude.
Feel free to send any questions to gcmarshallcolorguard@gmail.com
November 13 and 14th, 5:30-9pm
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SUPPORT THESE GCM CLUBS FUNDRAISERS | | |
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🍪 Support Our Future Business Leaders!
The Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) are on a mission to reach their $6,000 goal through their Mrs. Fields World Famous Cookie Dough Sale. Every purchase helps fund student leadership opportunities—and the best part? You’ll get delicious Mrs. Fields cookie dough delivered right to your door!
Help our future leaders rise (and bake!) to the occasion!
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🎃 Support the Military Youth Liaison Org & UNICEF. Share the Sweetness!
Got leftover Halloween candy haunting your pantry? From Nov. 3–21, drop it off in the Main Office to support the Military Youth Liaison Organization (MYLO) and UNICEF! MYLO and UNICEF will be sending candy to our military troops, spreading a little sweetness and a lot of gratitude.
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Support Statesmen Theatre. Noodles and Company Dine Out - November 13th 4-8 pm
Celebrate Opening Night with delicious food and great company! 🍝 Join us at Noodles & Company on Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, and support Statesmen Theatre Boosters.
Mention “Statesmen Theatre” in person or use code Giving25 online, and 25% of your order goes directly to our theatre program.
| | | | To view prior Statesmen Standout, click HERE. | | |
Abeer El-Baz– Math Teacher & IB Coordinator.
What do you enjoy most about your job? I am a math teacher and one of the two IB Coordinator. I enjoy sharing my enthusiasm for learning and problem-solving with my students. It is very rewarding when I see them starting their own fun journey.
If you weren’t in education, what would you be doing instead? I (am ) would be a statistician. Being a data detective is something I love to do. Discovering the secrets that numbers can uncover is something that I find rewarding and fun.
What’s one thing you hope students take away from your class or role? That being good in math is not about knowing all the solutions. It is about what we do when we do not know the solutions. Being a critical thinker and a problem solver is what I am hoping my students learn to be in my class.
What do you wish more parents understood about today’s high school experience? It takes a long time for me to convince my students that they should value learning over grades. I tell them that when learning happens, good grades will follow. The learning journey has its ups and downs, and it may be taking longer than we expect. Prioritizing grades over learning may look practical and imperative in the short term, but the long-term outcomes may not be as we hope for.
CLICK BELOW TO RECOMMEND A TEACHER, STUDENT, OR PARENT WHO IS MAKING A REAL DIFFERENCE IN OUR MARSHALL COMMUNITY.
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Rise Through the Ranks of Sponsorship —
from Statesmen to Presidential!
Want to make an impact at Marshall? Become a sponsor today and rise through the ranks — from Statesmen to Presidential — while supporting the ANGC and PTSA programs that make a difference for our students!.
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Every Voice Matters
We encourage parents, teachers, staff, and students to reach out to their state representatives, local officials, and school board members, sharing their perspectives on the issues that matter most to their families and community. Every voice is important — together, we can help our schools thrive.
Visit us on www.gcmptsa.org and look for our Advocacy page under the About Us tab to see how you can make your voice heard and for contact information.
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NO SCHOOL
Teacher Work Days
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PTSA Community Meeting
7:30 PM on Zoom
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NO SCHOOL
Thanksgiving Break
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