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🇺🇸 HONOR OUR HEROES AT THE FIELD OF HONOR CEREMONY THIS MORNING
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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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POINSETTIA DEADLINE: THIS WEDNESDAY | | | |
Order Your Holiday Poinsettias!
Deadline THIS WEDNESDAY -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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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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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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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.
If your family could use some extra support, please reach out to your student’s counselor — we’re here to help connect you with available resources. Click HERE to explore more ways FCPS supports families in need.
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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Military Tribute T-Shirt to Sponsor Marching Statesmen Hawaii Trip | | | |
Please jump on board this FLASH-FUNDRAISER to support the Marching Statesmen and Honor our Troops—at the same time!
Did you know that your award-winning GCM Marching Statesmen have been invited to march in the Pearl Harbor Day Memorial Parade in Waikiki on December 7th? Fifty-four Marshall Marching Statesmen will be flying out to Hawaii to participate in the parade and to perform at the USS Missouri in Pearl Harbor.
For a $20 donation, you can add the name of a veteran or active-duty service member to the back of our tribute shirts, which the Marching Statesmen will wear during the concert performance at the USS Missouri.
ACT NOW!...DEADLINE for Tribute Submission is this coming Wednesday, November 12, at 5 PM!
Please fill out this form and send $20 payment to our GCM Band Parent Organization's Venmo or Paypal account for each service member you would like to honor (QR codes/links are in the form, for your convenience.) And, please feel free to share this opportunity with friends/colleagues/neighbors/family who would like to participate in this military tribute!
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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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WINTERGUARD AUDITIONS THIS WEEK
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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 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 Marching Statesmen. Panera Fundraiser - November 17th, 4-8 pm
Order food from Panera and support the Marshall Band program!
November 17th, 2025
Panera Bread
8365 Leesburg Pike, Vienna, VA 22180
The fundraiser is available all day for online and in-app orders, and from 4-8 PM for in-person orders.
Code: FUND4U
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Support Statesmen Theatre. Noodles & Company Dine Out - November 13th, 4:00-8:00 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.
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Generosity Guild Book Drive
Generosity Guild is a student-led 501(c)(3) global nonprofit that empowers youth to make a difference through kindness, service, and community action. We organize seasonal drives, collecting essentials like hygiene kits, food, clothing, and school supplies for those in need, and partner with schools, businesses, and organizations to maximize impact. Right now, we're collecting gently used books for Title 1 schools across FCPS: schools with many students from low-income families. Every book donated helps give a child the chance to explore, imagine, and learn. It would mean a lot if you could support the drive by donating books you no longer need. Together, we can share the joy of reading and make a real difference in our community!'
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Silvia Montes– Spanish Teacher What do you enjoy most about your job? What I enjoy most is getting to know my students and sharing my culture with them. I love seeing students develop a passion for language and culture, knowing that these skills will open doors and enrich their lives for years to come.
Do you have a hidden talent or hobby outside of school? When I was younger, I loved painting and was quite skilled, and I hope to return to it someday.
If you weren’t in education, what would you be doing instead? I would probably be a social worker because I enjoy helping people and giving them advice.
If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go? I would go to Italy because all the food sounds amazing—the pasta, the gelato! I might be going this summer, and I’m super excited!
What’s your favorite way to spend a Saturday? Sleeping in a little, going on a beautiful hike with my dog Luna and some friends, followed by a delicious brunch or lunch.
What advice would you give to students about making the most of high school? Join as many clubs or sports that you love! It’s a great way to meet like-minded people and make long-lasting friends.
What’s one thing you hope students take away from your class or role? I want them to walk away with a love of language and culture and to feel inspired to keep learning and traveling, so they can experience how beautiful the world and other cultures are, and see how knowing another language helps them connect with so many more people.
If your students gave you a “superlative” (like in the yearbook), what would it be? Kindest teacher
If you could give one piece of advice to Marshall parents, what would it be? Be patient and give your child grace, because this time in their life can be stressful. At the same time, continue teaching them respect and the value of hard work, so they develop strong character while feeling supported.
What’s one thing parents can do at home to support their student’s success? Make sure their children do homework with purpose and stay involved in their learning. This is especially important in Spanish, where parents can practice or review with their child and even learn something new together!
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PTSA Community Meeting
7:30 PM on Zoom
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NO SCHOOL
Thanksgiving Break
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