Purchased signs can be picked up April 12 (1-3pm) and April 17 (4-6pm) at Madison (door 18). These are a great addition to your graduation party!
The Class of 2026 has designed their graduation sign: Class of ’26 Remix! Get yours today! Quantities are limited!
The James Madison High School community is invited to join the Class of 2026 Baccalaureate Service on Monday, June 8 at 6:00 PM at Vienna Presbyterian Church, the evening before graduation. This long-standing Madison tradition brings seniors, families, and community members together for a time of reflection and celebration as students prepare to take their next steps.
This year’s theme, “One Community, Many Voices,” is inspired by the words of Mahatma Gandhi: “Our ability to reach unity in diversity will be the beauty and the test of our civilization.” Through music, student participation, and reflections from members of our local faith communities, the service celebrates the many perspectives that make up the Madison community while honoring the shared hopes that unite us.
All seniors and their families are warmly welcome to attend this special evening of gratitude, inspiration, and celebration.
Want to connect around special education issues? Contact our Special Education PTSA Committee Chair, Kelly Henderson Hagen, at specialeducation@jmhsptsa.org.
Please join us for our next 2025-26 PTSA meeting on
Monday, May 11th at 7:00 pm in the library.
Please click here to review the latest meeting minutes in advance so they can be voted on at the start of the meeting.
Join the PTSA!
Questions? Contact Gayle Schlueter, President at president@jmhsptsa.org or
Heather Buescher, PTSA Membership Chair at membership@jmhsptsa.org
All meetings at 7:00 pm in the Madison library. Hope to see you there!
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The PTSA will award scholarships to six (6) seniors from the Class of 2026 at this year’s Convocation ceremony.
PTSA “Making a Difference” Scholarship ($1000): to two (2) seniors who exemplify service within the school and community. This award recognizes involvement in school activities, volunteer work, community service, paid work such as babysitting, helping family members, or other efforts that enrich the lives of others.
JMHS Class of 1975 Scholarships ($1250): to two (2) deserving seniors—one who plans to attend a two- or four-year college and one who plans to attend a trade school. Please complete the Making a Difference essay to apply for this scholarship. The Class of 1975 celebrated their 50th class reunion this past Fall and has generously donated $2500 to be used for these scholarships.
PTSA Beth Eachus Service Award ($1500): to one (1) senior who demonstrates a strong commitment to fostering an inclusive community.
Criteria: Seniors who plan to attend a two-year or four-year college or a trade/technical school.
Applicants will need to write an essay described here and provide a recommendation letter. There is an optional resume upload. Applications and letters of recommendation are due on Monday, May 4th for consideration. Scholarship recipients will be announced at Convocation.
Please contact Regan Morgan at 1stvicepresident@jmhsptsa.org with any questions.
Prior to the Oscars this year, Madison PTSA Hospitality hosted “The Real Stars” event. When it comes to real stars, Hollywood has nothing on our Warhawk teachers and staff. The front office smelled like popcorn and teachers enjoyed Nothing Bundt cupcakes. Next up is April’s “Spring Treats” – a 100% donated event on 4/22. You can signup to help here.
Thank you for your generous support of our food pantry! Thank you also for donating food as part of our Annual SGA Canned Food Drive. Your donations replenish our pantry as well as local food pantries, such as Food for Others.
We do still need the following food and hygiene items for our students and their families including:
shampoo, conditioner, body wash, bar soap, deoderant, dish soap, sponges, small size laundry detergent (37 oz or less), sanitary pads (no tampons please), granola bars, shelf stable boxed milk, shelf stable juice boxes or bottles, small size cooking oil.
Donations can be dropped off at Madison at Door 1 during school hours. These items are available through our Amazon wishlist as well. You can also make a cash donation below.
Thank you for your incredible support and generosity!
The Madison High School PTSA Tax Id is: 52-1289266
Wondering if your senior’s friends are signed up? Check this link to see!!
Class of 2026 Lawn Signs are here!!
The Class of 2026 has designed their graduation sign: Class of ’26 Remix! Get yours today! Quantities are limited!
Lawn Signs celebrating the class of 2026 can be purchased here!! Purchased signs can be picked up April 12 (1-3pm) and April 17 (4-6pm) at Madison (door 18). These are a great addition to your graduation party!
Are you interested in staying connected with MAD Drama? Follow the facebook page for updates and information.
Greetings from MadChoir!
On Friday, March 13th all choir groups sang in our State Choral Assessment at Wakefield HS. All four Madison Choirs received scores of Excellent and Superior on stage and every group received a perfect score in sight reading!
Also, special congratulations to Naomi Mudrick and Lucas Salinas-Aranibar who were selected for the 2026 All State Choir in Richmond in late April. And bravo to Alternate Jasper Carson. We are so proud of these fabulous singers.
Thanks to everyone who came of our Dining for Dollars event at Hawk and Griffin earlier this month. It was another great night in Vienna for Madison Choir- singing and community are what we do best!
Looking ahead, mark your calendars for the end of the year Pops Concert on May 20th in the Madison auditorium. Everyone is welcome to attend! The first set will be at 6:30pm and the second set will start at 7:30pm.
Pre-Season Percussion Auditions and Rehearsals
Percussion students are assessed in the spring to determine placement (front ensemble or drumline) and specific instrument for the coming marching season. Our Percussion Director, Mr. Kaylor, will hold auditions for both new and continuing percussionists on April 14 from 6:00 pm until all conclude. Both rising and continuing percussion students will have pre-season rehearsals together on select Tuesday evenings from April 21-June 9.
Spring Musical
Come here several of our band students in the orchestra pit under the direction of Mr. Kaylor, and see others in the cast and crew when MAD Drama performs their spring musical, Zombie Prom. The production will be performed April 23, 24, and 25 at 7:00 pm and April 25 at 2:00 pm at the JMHS auditorium. This 1950s-set comedy portrays high school life from the perspective of a student who comes back from the dead! Tickets are on sale now.
White House Ornaments 250th Anniversary Edition
Early sales of White House ornaments for 2026 will be available for sale at some of the local polling sites on April 21st for the special election. Pick yours up when you go vote! $25 each.
Nominate a Teacher! for our PTSA sponsored Triple I Award for Madison Teachers and Staff! Triple I stands for Innovate-Instruct-Impact and the awards are intended to acknowledge the teachers that have been exceptional educators in the eyes of their peers, their students, and students’ parents. Nominations from parents, students, teachers, and administrators are being accepted now through Monday, May 11th for this year’s awards.
Please note that teachers who have won the Triple I Award in the previous school year are not eligible to win this year.
2024-2025 Triple I Award winners were:
Beth Blankenship English
Andrew Foos Social Studies and History
Maya Gueron ESOL
Scott Hazen Science
Emily Jensen World Languages
Laura Loy Performing Arts
Marielle Mariano Fine Arts
Susan Moy Math
Claire Rowan Performing Arts
Daniel Strebar English
Please contact 1st Vice President Regan Morgan at 1stvicepresident@jmhsptsa.org with questions.
Membership in the James Madison Parent-Teacher-Student Association (PTSA) is an invaluable way to contribute to your child’s education and stay connected with them during high school. Specific programs include:
In addition to your PTSA membership, we suggest a donation of $50 per family. Your one-time, tax-deductible donation allows the PTSA to promote the academic excellence and well-being of our students. Donations are tax deductible. (Please check to see if your employer has a donation matching program.)
It’s so easy to join online! Alternatively, membership forms can also be downloaded and mailed with a check.
Questions? Contact Regan Morgan, President or Heather Buescher, PTSA membership chair.
