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Hi there, McLean! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Which Addams Family performance night in McLean fits your schedule?
  • Where does McLean High football stand in the latest 6A rankings?
  • How high did BASIS Independent McLean place in national STEM rankings?

Also on today's calendar: Registration is Open - JSSA Northern Virginia, MD Virtual 50+ Employment Expo and 11 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do some birds fly south for the winter? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Warmer; a morning shower, with a high of 76 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 82, low: 62.
  • Wednesday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 88 and low of 65 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

• Kooky fun with 'The Addams Family' from McLean Community Players (dctheaterarts.org) — McLean residents can catch a full-scale production of "The Addams Family" at the Alden Theatre now through October 18, with discounted tickets for McLean Tax District residents. The review highlights standout performances, clever staging, and live orchestration, and notes specific casting dates so you can plan which performance to attend.
   

• Division 6A Football (2026) Rankings (maxpreps.com) — McLean High's football team is currently ranked 40th in Virginia's Division 6A, holding a 3–4 record in the latest MaxPreps standings. The list shows how McLean stacks up against nearby programs like Yorktown, Marshall, Fairfax, Falls Church, and others, giving local fans a snapshot of the season's competitive landscape.
   

• BASIS Independent Schools Place Five Campuses in Top Rankings (mychesco.com) — Families in McLean may be pleased to hear BASIS Independent McLean ranked sixth nationally for STEM education and 18th among private college-prep schools in new 2027 Niche rankings. The broader BASIS Independent network also saw nearly a third of its seniors named National Merit Scholarship semifinalists, underscoring the academic rigor McLean students are part of.
   

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Ok McLean! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do some birds fly south for the winter?" — Because it's too far to walk..! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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