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AFJROTC Cadets Attend Leadership Training Course

Our Air Force Junior ROTC Corps of Cadets sent 26 aspiring future leaders to the Cadet Leadership Course (CLC) over Memorial Day Weekend. The CLC is a “boot camp” experience designed to develop personal and collective leadership growth. During the course, the cadets go to experience what “boot camp” is like and spend time with American Airmen from Medical, Security Forces, and Explosive Ordnance Disposal.  

Class 8 Graduates from the High School Firefighting Program

Chantilly Academy is proud to congratulate Class 8 of our High School Firefighter Program who recently celebrated their graduation.  These students have spent the school year engaging in rigorous training exercises both in the classroom and in the field.  We are grateful to Instructor Hudak, Retired Battalion Chief Williams, and all of the dedicated Fairfax County Firefighters who make this program possible.  Congratulations, Class 8!  

Trades for Tomorrow Celebrates Signing Day

Congratulations to two of our Carpentry students, Andrew and Caleb, for being recognized at the FCPS Trades for Tomorrow Signing Day.  Through T4T, students have the opportunity to work with the FCPS Office of Facilities Management to train and work in FCPS facilities.  Andrew, a Carpentry 3 student, just completed his year-long commitment to the T4T program and Caleb, a Carpentry 1 student, will begin his work this summer.  

Have a Great Summer!

Thank you for a great school year at Chantilly Academy!  The last day for Academy transportation was Wednesday, June 5th.  We are wishing our graduating seniors the best of luck, and look forward to welcoming our new and returning Academy students in August.  

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Engineering and PT/OT Students Team Up to Design a Gift for Liam

When Chantilly Academy students work together, the possibilities are endless!  This proved to be true when our Engineering and PT/OT students worked together to develop a mobile, adjustable, and customizable medical bed for Liam, a Rocky Run MS student who will be coming to Chantilly HS next year.  Liam has Nemaline myopathy, a type of muscular dystrophy that leaves him nearly paralyzed.  Liam has been receiving homebound instruction this year, but is eager to return to school and be around his peers.  PT/OT students provided input on Liam's physical needs and how to make him comfortable during the school day while Engineering students took that feedback and developed a medical bed that will make Liam's return to school possible.  

To learn more about this incredible project, read the FCPS News article here:

A Gift for Liam: Chantilly Academy Seniors Help Student with Disabilities Return to Class

WTOP also came by Chantilly Academy to learn about the work our Engineering and PT/OT students did together for Liam.  Read the WTOP article here: 

Fairfax Co. Students Create Mobile Bed to Help Student with Disabilities Return to School

Photo: WTOP/Scott Gelman

Chantilly Academy Highlights

Eight cadets, one former cadet, and four parents of cadets from Chantilly Academy's AFJROTC program volunteered their time at Arlington National Cemetery for the The Honor Project over Memorial Day weekend.  Volunteers placed approximately 150 wooden tokens of valor on specific gravesite of soldiers whose loved ones could not be there to do it themselves.  

Carpentry students visited The Tailored Closet and PremierGarage of Greater Washington earlier this school year where they heard from former Chantilly Academy Carpentry students about their pathway into the industry.  Click here to learn more about the experience from current and former Chantilly Academy students.

Medical Assistant and Nursing students had the opportunity to hear from Suzie Shibla, Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer for Ambulatory Care at Inova, about her career journey in the medical field. 

Last Day for Academy Shuttles is June 5th!

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Congratulations, Scholarship Winners!

As the school year winds down, we are still finding many reasons to celebrate our students at Chantilly Academy.  Congratulations to three of our seniors who were recently awarded scholarships from our community partners:

• Conner, a Culinary Arts student, received a $1,500 scholarship from The Rotary Club of Centreville-Chantilly.  
• Melina, an Engineering Math student, received the Women in Engineering Scholarship for $1,000 from SRC, Inc. 
• Luiz, an Auto Tech student, received a $1,000 tool scholarship from the Foundation for Applied Technical Education (FATE).  

Conner, Melina, and Luiz are just a few examples of the outstanding achievements and recognitions our Chantilly Academy students have earned throughout this school year.  We are incredibly grateful to our community and business partners who invest in our students and recognize their hard work and talent.  

Chantilly Academy Highlights

One of the best parts about our classrooms is the peer relationships built throughout the school year.  As students complete industry certifications, end of the year projects, and final exams, they are making time to celebrate and enjoy their last classes together.  

Auto Tech 2/3 and Auto Collision 2/3 students. 

PT/OT 2 students. 

Veterinary Science 1/2 students.

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Chantilly Academy Celebrates Student Achievements at the Annual Academy Awards

We were thrilled to celebrate the achievements of our Academy students this week at the annual Academy Awards ceremony.  Students were recognized for exceptional contributions to their Academy program through four different award categories: Outstanding Student, Career Achievement, Most Dedicated, and Most Valuable Team Member. 

In addition to these awards, the first ever Chantilly Academy Teacher of the Year Award was presented to Veterinary Science instructor, Mrs. Ashley Spinetto.  The Teacher of the Year award was created this year by a Veterinary Science student who wanted to honor the hard work and dedication of our amazing Academy teachers.  The award will continue to be student nominated and selected.  

Congratulations to all of our Academy Award recipients! 

 

Academy Award Recipients

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Chantilly Academy Hosts Skilled Professionals Signing Day!

This week at Chantilly Academy, we celebrated the next generation of skilled professionals at our 2024 Signing Day.  We were extremely proud to have ten Chantilly Academy students sign Letters of Intent for a job offer, apprenticeship, or advanced technical training in skilled trades. 

Congratulations to the following future skilled professionals who participated in this week's celebration:  

• Brock F., an Auto Tech student, will be attending an automotive service trade school. 
• William G., a Carpentry and Auto Tech student, will be working as a Wildland Firefighter and EMT.
• Ariel G., an Auto Tech student, will be working as an Automotive Service Technician and attending an automotive service trade school.  
• Lilah K., a Cosmetology student, will be working as Professional Hairdresser. 
• Tabitha L., a Cosmetology student, will be working as Professional Hairdresser. 
• Angelina M., a Cosmetology student, will be working as Professional Hairdresser. 
• Kelly N., a Cosmetology student, will be working as Professional Hairdresser. 
• Jonathan R., an Auto Tech student, will be working as an Automotive Service Technician and attending an automotive service trade school.  
• Luiz R., an Auto Tech student, will be working as an Automotive Service Technician and attending an automotive service trade school.  
• Bryan S., an Auto Collision student, will be working as an Auto Body Technician.  

Chantilly Academy Highlights

These Auto Tech 1 students did a great job presenting on the four strokes of an engine. 

 

PT/OT students have been juggling for 15 minutes per day as part of their Motor Learning Project.  Super impressive!

 

Criminal Justice students conducted a mock trial in the classroom.  The prosecution made a strong argument and the defendant was found guilty.

 

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Chantilly Academy and Centreville HS Students Team Up for Korean Cultural Night!

Korean students from Chantilly Academy and Centreville High School collaborated to create an amazing Korean Cultural Night program on Friday, April 26.  Throughout the program, students showcased Korean culture through a variety of impressive performances.  We are so proud of our Korean students and instructors, Ms. Ko and Ms. Kang, for their planning and hard work to make this celebration of Korean culture possible!  

Chantilly Academy Highlights

Months of hard work paid off as Carpentry 2 students were on site at Marshall High School this week to install a shed they constructed for their baseball program.

 

Firefighting students have been participating in fire simulations this week to prepare for real-world scenarios in the field.

 

PT/OT students showed off their best dance moves this week and competed for the coveted mirror ball as they demonstrated myotomes and dermatomes.

 

Engineering Systems students work together to make modifications to their robot. 

 

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Cosmetology Helps Students Get Glammed Up for Day Prom!

It was a busy morning in the salon on Wednesday as our Cosmetology 1 and 2 students teamed up to do hair, makeup, and nails for Chantilly Cat B students attending Day Prom.  In addition to offering an opportunity for cross-curricular collaboration, this was a unique occasion for our Cosmetology 1 and 2 students to be able to work together in the salon.  It was an exciting morning getting students red carpet ready! 

Chantilly Academy Highlights

Congratulations to our Aerospace Club who competed in the Battle of the Rockets and achieved some very impressive results! 

1st Place - Deployable Payload Team 

1st Place - Planetary Rover Team 

3rd Place - Target Altitude Team

 

Dental Careers students have been busy in the lab practicing skills and using a variety of dental instruments.  

 

Veterinary Science had their final grooming day of the school year this week.  We have loved welcoming our furry friends to the Academy this year!  A special thank you to Ms. Antonucci, Ms. Spinetto, and our Vet Science students for providing this service to the Chantilly community.  

 

Important Reminders from Chantilly Academy

Testing Season & Academy Attendance 

• We want to remind families and students that the Chantilly Academy schedule NEVER CHANGES!  If a base school has a modified schedule for testing, we must be notified if your student can’t attend class.  Chantilly Academy is a separate school with separate attendance and, therefore, it is the parent/guardian's responsibility to clear your student from not attending a scheduled class time at Chantilly Academy.
• All base schools have different schedules for SOL testing.  If your student is taking an SOL test during their academy class time (including travel time), your student needs to be called out.
• Students that take AP or IB classes can complete a form with a parent/guardian's sign-off to clear them for upcoming testing in May.  If the form is returned to the Chantilly Academy office prior to May 1st, we can pre-clear your students attendance for testing days.  Please have your student check with their academy teacher if this applies.

Last Day for Academy Shuttles

The last day for Chantilly Academy shuttles is Wednesday, June 5th.  All underclassmen from base schools other than Chantilly HS are not expected to attend their academy class periods after that date.  Students should go to their base school library at that time unless directed elsewhere by their administration.

 

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AFJROTC Holds Annual Year-End Pass-in-Review Ceremony

Our Air Force JROTC Cadets held their annual Pass-in-Review on Saturday, April 13 at Chantilly High School.  This event is a celebration of our Cadets' achievements throughout the second semester, as well as recognition for scholarships earned by seniors.  Collectively, our graduating Cadets have earned scholarships totaling more than $2.6 million, including two military service academy appointments and seven ROTC scholarships.  Congratulations on your accomplishments, Cadets!  

Chantilly Academy AFJROTC Cadets perform the Pass-in-Review.  

Cadet Hodge is pictured receiving the Senior Master Sergeant Marvin Simms Scholarship. In total, Chantilly Academy AFJROTC Cadets have been awarded $2.6 million in scholarships this year.  

 

Thank You, Pohanka Acura!

Thank you to our partners, Pohanka Acura, for donating $10,000 to our Auto Tech program! This donation will allow our Auto Tech program to upgrade and replace essential equipment and materials in their auto shop. In addition to supporting our program financially, Pohanka Acura has been a valuable partner in helping us to develop the next generation of skilled auto workers by welcoming our students to their shop for job shadows and internships. We are grateful to have community partners like Pohanka who invest in our students.  

Chantilly Academy Highlights

Teachers for Tomorrow students have been participating in their full-day internships where they are planning and teaching lessons to local students. 

 

Intro to Nursing students were trained and certified this week to STOP THE BLEED®.  This certification teaches individuals to recognize life-threatening bleeding and act quickly to control it. 

 

Our Exploring Health Science students taught a variety of First Aid skills to our Physical Therapy/Occupational Therapy students this week.  We love to see our programs connect and collaborate! 

 

Skilled Professionals Signing Day

We are excited to celebrate the next generation of skilled professionals at our 2024 Academy Signing Day.  Students who plan to participate can RSVP using this form; employers and family members may also RSVP using the same form.  Please email Mrs. Jonsson ([email protected]) with any questions.

 

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Applications Open for the Girls Fire and Rescue Summer Academy

The Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Academy is offering a Girls Fire and Rescue Academy this summer from June 25-28.  Campers will engage in unique experiences each day including physical training, fire/EMS simulations, interacting with an on-duty fire and rescue crew, touring the fire station, and more!  The program is completely FREE of charge.  Uniforms and safety gear will be provided.  

The Girls Fire and Rescue Academy is open to rising 7th through 12th grade female students who are Fairfax County residents.  The Academy is limited to 24 applicants, so apply today!  To apply, visit the Girls Fire and Rescue Academy website.  Applications are due by Friday, May 17, 2024.  

Chantilly Academy Highlights

Former Chantilly Academy Auto Tech student, Colin, came to speak to our Auto Tech 2 & 3 students about his pathway in the automotive industry. Colin began his first internship in the field at the Fairfax County Department of Vehicle Services (DVS) while he was in high school. After graduation, Colin attended Penn College of Technology and earned an associate's degree in Automotive Technology and a bachelor's degree in Automotive Technology Management.  Colin recently began a full-time position with DVS as a mechanic working on school buses.  Thank you, Colin, for sharing your journey with our students!

 

Carpentry 2 students had an opportunity to learn about preserving historic windows this week.  Melanie Lytle of Glaze Craft Windows, one of the premier historic window preservationists in the Mid-Atlantic region, brought in one of her current projects to show students, a set of century-old windows from a local home.  Students had the opportunity to learn about the preservation process and do some problem solving along the way.

  

Our AFJROTC cadets attended the Military Ball this week along with cadets from all eight of the FCPS JROTC programs.  It was a fantastic evening connecting with cadets from throughout the county! 

 

Skilled Professionals Signing Day

Chantilly Academy will be hosting a Skilled Professionals Signing Day on Wednesday, May 8.  We will celebrate the next generation of skilled professionals as students sign letters of intent for a job offer, apprenticeship or advanced technical training.  Academy students who are interested in participating can contact Mrs. Jonsson ([email protected]) for more information.  We can't wait to celebrate you!  

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