LBSS Weekly News - September 13, 2024

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Principal's Message

Thank you to our SGA for the hard work planning the LBSS Pyramid Carnival last Friday. What a great way to start off the first home football game. Our HS Back-to-School-Night is this next Thursday from 6:30-8:30 pm. We look forward to meeting our HS families.

And looking ahead to Homecoming Week, please see the Spirit Week flyer below and note that 2nd and 8th periods are flipped on Friday, September 27.

Go Bruins!

Lindsey Kearns

Pyramid Carnival Fun

Our Schools, Our Future: Register Today for a Community Conversation! 

Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid will host a series of Community Conversations this fall. She invites you to share your thoughts and ask questions. 

The next event is scheduled for Monday, September 23, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Newington Forest Elementary School. Click on the date to register. Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.

In this Issue

Upcoming Events

New Information
National Hispanic Heritage Month
October 9 PSAT/SAT School Day
AAP Referrals
Hearing and Vision Screening
News from SGA
Main Office Volunteers Wanted
LBSS Alumni Spirit Wear

Middle School Information
MS Yearbook

Class of 2025 News
Important Dates

Important Reminders
Reflection and Silent Space Accommodations

Upcoming Events

September is Attendance Awareness Month

September 15-October 15 - National Hispanic Heritage Month
September 19 - HS Back-to-School Night
September 27 am - 2nd and 8th periods are flipped for HS Pep Rally
September 27 pm - Homecoming Parade, Bite of Braddock, and Game

New Information

National Hispanic Heritage Month

From September 15 to October 15, FCPS recognizes and celebrates the histories and cultures of the members of our community who trace their heritage to Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Learn more about National Hispanic Heritage Month

October 9, PSAT/SAT School Day

Planning is underway for the school day PSAT/SAT school day administration to take place on October 9 for all 10th and 11th graders (PSAT) and registered seniors (SAT) beginning promptly at 8 am.  Students arriving after 8:30 will be sent to their subschool to contact home as they will be dismissed from testing with no makeup.  Please avoid scheduling appointments or travel on this day as we will strictly adhere to the county excused absence policy for this test administration.

Students must take the PSAT/SAT on their school issued Chromebook and loaners are not available.  If you did not check out a device, it is advised students visit the tech office, B122, to check out their device.  Personal devices are prohibited by College Board.  If students arrive for testing without their school issued device, they will be dismissed from testing with no makeup.  An eNotify was sent out providing information regarding charger distribution.  If you have not picked up a charger, please go to the tech office. 

In preparation for this test, student MUST participate in the Digital Readiness scheduled during Advisory on September 25.  It is imperative all students check their device in this lesson BEFORE test administration.  In addition, STUDENTS should make sure they have access to their College Board account or create an account if they do not have one by going here

The Fall window for Full-time AAP Referrals Closes on October 15, 2024

Parents/guardians of students in seventh or eighth grade who meet the below requirements and would like their student considered for full-time advanced academic programs may submit the AAP Full-Time (Level IV) Referral Form to our Advanced Academics Resource Teacher, Julie Green, [email protected], no later than October 15, 2024

Requirements for Fall AAP Screening:

  • Students new to FCPS schools as of January 1, 2024 - October 15, 2024
  • A family enrolling in one of FCPS schools for the first time
  • A family re-enrolling a child in FCPS schools after being gone last school year (regardless of where they lived)
  • A child who was enrolled in FCPS in Kindergarten - 3rd grade left and re-enrolled in FCPS schools in 7th grade.

Forms for full-time referrals are available on the AAP Forms Page. No late referrals for Full-Time AAP services will be accepted. 

For more information, please visit the Advanced Academic Programs website.

Hearing and Vision Screening

On September 16-19, we will be conducting the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) required hearing and vision screening for all 7th and 10th grade students, students who were not screened last year, and all students who are new to Fairfax County Public Schools. Parents/Guardians of students who wear glasses – Please have your students bring their glasses with them to school next week. Parents will be notified by letter if screening results indicate that further evaluation is needed. Prompt follow-up with your health care provider is recommended as vision and hearing difficulties can interfere with learning. Thank you!

News from SGA

Homecoming is right around the corner which means that Spirit Week and the Pep Rally are coming up too! The week of the 23rd show your school spirit by participating in the Spirit Days!

Bite of Braddock is coming up on Friday the 27th! Come before the football game for a tailgate where we will have music, food trucks, fundraisers, and tons of fun!

Ticket Sales for the homecoming dance will open on E-Tix next week! Starting the 23rd, SGA will be selling tickets during every high school lunch but will only accept cash. If you would like to bring someone that does not go to Lake Braddock to the dance, guest forms are available at the subschools.

Do you have a convertible, jeep or pick up truck? Would you be willing to drive your car in the homecoming parade on Friday the 27th? We need more cars to help show off our amazing students! Please reach out to [email protected] or [email protected] if you are able to drive! Please also consider donating candy to the high school classes for them to give out during the Homecoming Parade! Candy donations are given right back to the community during our annual homecoming parade and trunk or treat events.

We need volunteers for the Homecoming Dance the night of the 28th. If you would like to come and volunteer your time that night to help hand out water and with other responsibilities please sign up with the link!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904054CABAB2AA5FD0-44668550-lbhomecoming#/

Main Office Volunteers Wanted

We are looking for volunteers to help with photocopying in the Main Office. If you are interested in serving, please email Julie Moore.

By popular demand we now have Lake Braddock Alumni Spirit Wear available.

Pre-order by September 18th to pick it up in time for the Homecoming Game on September 27th - Black Out Theme.

Spread the word!!!

Pick up options will be local or at the Homecoming Game. No shipping options at this time. We are investigating this for future options.

https://bruinboosters.com/collections/lb-alumni

Middle School Information

Middle School Yearbook

ATTENTION MIDDLE SCHOOL PARENTS!!

Now is the time to order your Middle School yearbook. You can buy it for $36 from now until 12/31.Beginning in 2024, prices will increase! If you order now, you can also get a special name plate to add to your cover. The yearbook will not be available until next May. So, put your order in now before they sell out!

Class of 2025 News

Important Dates

Graduation:  June 4, 2025 -- 9:30 am

Senior Photo Sessions:  The schedule for future sessions has now been finalized. We will have a sign up for the next two dates going out in the next few days. In the meantime, here are the dates and times:

October 14 -- 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
October 31 -- 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
November 4 -- 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
November 11 -- 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
November 12 -- 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Important Reminders

Reflection and Silent Space Accommodations

As we begin a new school year, let’s be mindful of the Expectations for Meditation and Silent Reflection Accommodation Regulation. This new regulation was developed last Spring to ensure that students and staff, regardless of religious backgrounds, have reasonable accommodations and access to meditation and silent reflection spaces within their school or building. This effort aligns with the FCPS’ commitment to providing students and staff with a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally responsive work environment. 

Students are only permitted to use Meditation and Silent Reflection rooms during instructional time when a request cannot be accommodated in any other way that does not impact instruction. Parents/caregivers must provide written permission for students to miss instructional time regularly.

If you would like to give permission for your child to miss instructional time for prayer or meditation, please complete this form.  

Family Liaison News

Please stay up-to-date with our Family Liaisons on our web site. There you will find our weekly newsletters.

https://lakebraddockss.fcps.edu/student-services/information-our-family-liaisons

Athletics and Activities News

Learn more about our Student Activities Program!

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FCPS News

Parent/Caregiver Checklist: Have You Completed These Important Forms?

We understand that the multiple school forms caregivers receive during the first weeks of school can feel overwhelming, but each one helps set your child up for a successful school year! If you do not have a SIS ParentVUE account, please contact your child’s school for an activation code and follow the directions on the SIS ParentVUE Account webpage

Immunization Requirements 

Please check with your healthcare provider as soon as possible to make sure your child is up to date on the immunizations required by the state of Virginia. Starting Monday, September 30, students who have not provided proof of immunization will not be allowed to attend school. 

You may check your child’s immunization compliance and submit their immunization record in SIS ParentVUE. Records may also be delivered to your school’s front office. 

Alternative immunization documents (below) may also be provided to your school’s front office, but they may not be uploaded in ParentVUE:  

  • A healthcare provider’s written statement specifying all administered immunizations.
  • A healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
  • A notarized Religious Exemption form objecting to the administration of immunizations due to conflicts with religious tenets or practices.

Find more information on immunizations

Permission Forms

Families can easily grant permission for their children to access a variety of school resources through the Parent Digital Consent system. Parents can opt their child in or out of resources including online educational tools, school counseling services, and tutoring services. They can also change how student information is managed.Visit the Parent Digital Consent webpage to access the system. Watch this video to see how to use the tool

Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R)

The SR&R document explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses. Parents using SIS ParentVUE will be prompted to sign the document when logging in to that platform. A printable version of the document with a signature sheet is available on the SR&R webpage. This form should be signed and returned by Friday, September 30.

Fueling Student Success: New Food Options Cooked up at FCPS

Students will have more than a dozen new options for lunch and breakfast in school cafeterias  starting this week. New menu items were either favorites at last year’s food show — including Korean BBQ wings, sweet Thai chili wings, chicken tikka masala, and barbacoa street tacos — or were tested with student focus groups and tastings. 

View school menus to see all the new options and when they will become available. 

The 2023-30 Strategic Plan — Goal 2: Safe, Supported, Included, Empowered

The Office of Food and Nutrition Services' updates to lunch menus align with FCPS’ Strategic Plan Goal #2 - Safe, Supported, Included, and Empowered. The new menu options reflect the many voices and cultures represented around every FCPS lunch table!

FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan sets five main goals to create positive change in the division. These goals show where we should focus our attention and will help us align our efforts. 

As part of the second goal, we want each and every student to feel like they belong and have the support they need to thrive. See how Goal 2 is being put into practice

FCPS This Week

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:

  • Caregiver Checklist
  • New Food Options at FCPS
  • Early Release Mondays at Elementary Schools

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today

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Principal's Message

Thank you to all the families who came for our MS Back-to-School Night last night. It was wonderful to meet so many of you.

Tonight is our Pyramid Carnival leading up to our first home football game. We hope you can join us to enjoy the carnival and cheer on our band, cheerleaders, dance team, and football team.

As we look forward the end of September, please note our Homecoming Activities listed below. On Friday, September 27, 2nd and 8th periods will be flipped for our HS Pep Rally. 

Go Bruins!

Lindsey Kearns

LBSS Pyramid Night Flyer

Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. Reid

Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid invites you to share your questions or concerns regarding Fairfax County Public Schools. Your voice matters! Community Conversations will be held this Fall 6:30-7:30 p.m. on:

  • Monday, September 9, at Holmes Middle School 
  • Monday, September 23, at Newington Forest Elementary
  • Monday, September 30, at Mount Vernon Woods Elementary 
  • Monday, October 14, at Fairhill Elementary 
  • Monday, October 21, at Virginia Run Elementary 
  • Wednesday, October 30, at Herndon Middle 

Click the date above to register. Registration is not required but helps with planning. Additional registration links will be shared in next week’s This Week at FCPS. Childcare and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all. Find out about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid

In this Issue

Upcoming Events

New Information
September 11 National Day of Service
Reflection and Silent Space Accommodations
Pyramid Carnival and Homecoming Parade
LBSS Band Tag Day
Testing Information

Middle School Information
MS Picture Day
MS Yearbook

Class of 2025 News
Important Dates

Important Reminders
LBSS Middle School After School Program and Cross Country

Upcoming Events

September is Attendance Awareness Month

September 11 - Commemoration/Patriot Day
September 12-13 - MS Underclass Photos
September 15-October 15 - National Hispanic Heritage Month
September 19 - HS Back-to-School Night
September 27 am - 2nd and 8th periods are flipped for HS Pep Rally
September 27 pm - Homecoming Parade, Bite of Braddock, and Game

New Information

September 11 National Day of Service With the upcoming 23rd anniversary of September 11, FCPS acknowledges the loss of life, the heroism of our first responders, and the resilience of our country. The September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance, also called Patriot Day, is a chance to reflect and act in service to others to honor those who were injured or killed in the terrorist attacks.

All FCPS students are encouraged to participate in service learning as it supports Portrait of a Graduate (POG) attributes and social and emotional learning (SEL) skills. Middle and high school students can learn more about service learning by logging into their Naviance account to access x2VOL. 

Reflection and Silent Space Accommodations

As we begin a new school year, let’s be mindful of the Expectations for Meditation and Silent Reflection Accommodation Regulation. This new regulation was developed last Spring to ensure that students and staff, regardless of religious backgrounds, have reasonable accommodations and access to meditation and silent reflection spaces within their school or building. This effort aligns with the FCPS’ commitment to providing students and staff with a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally responsive work environment. 

Students are only permitted to use Meditation and Silent Reflection rooms during instructional time when a request cannot be accommodated in any other way that does not impact instruction. Parents/caregivers must provide written permission for students to miss instructional time regularly.

If you would like to give permission for your child to miss instructional time for prayer or meditation, please complete this form.  

Pyramid Carnival and Homecoming Parade

Pyramid Night is Today! Come out to support our classes and PTSA! We’ll have Kona Ice, Roaming Coyote, Mr. Softee, Two Smooth Dudes and more amazing food trucks that support our classes! We are also so excited to have Alpacas, inflatables, a dunk tank, cotton candy, face painting, balloon twisting and more free fun!

Do you have a convertible, jeep or pick up truck? Would you be willing to drive your car in the homecoming parade on Friday the 27th? We need more cars to help show off our amazing students! Please reach out to [email protected] or [email protected] if you are able to drive! Please also consider donating candy to the high school classes for them to give out during the Homecoming Parade!

LBSS Band Tag Day

Lake Braddock Band and Color Guard will be out in the Lake Braddock Community Saturday from 9-1 looking for support of our band program to help raise funds for uniforms, equipment, instruments, and music.

PSAT/NMSQT Exam and SAT School Day

On Wednesday, October 9, 10th and 11th grade students will be taking the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) exam, and all registered 12th grade students will be participating in SAT School Day.  Please note that all 10th and 11th graders will automatically be registered for this assessment; there is not separate registration process for the PSAT as there is with SAT.

School Day Schedule

All FCPS high schools will operate on a two-hour early release schedule. High school academy courses and all high school shuttles will be canceled on this day. 

  • Students receiving low incidence special education services receive a normal instructional program if not participating in the PSAT/NMSQT or SAT School Day
  • Grades 7 & 8 will attend school with a modified schedule to be released at a later date
  • Grade 9 students do not attend school this day 
  • Grade 10-11 students take the PSAT/NMSQT, with limited exceptions 
  • Grade 12 students who registered for the SAT by the September 4 deadline should arrive to their testing location before 8:00 am. Those choosing not to take the SAT and who did not register will not attend school this day. If your student decides NOT to take this SAT test before October 9, please have them reach out to Mrs. Fava to cancel the registration at [email protected] with no penalty.
  • Students taking the PSAT or SAT must bring their school issued device to assess.  If your student did not check out a device from tech, it is HIGHLY advised that they check one out as loaners are not available.  If a student arrives without the device, they will be dismissed from testing without an opportunity for make-up.  Schools do not have ample supplies for loaners.
  • Grab and go lunch will be provided for students prior to dismissal.

Please make every effort to not schedule appointments during this assessment time if your student plans to participate.  Please note that absences will only be excused based on the county absence policy noted here: https://www.fcps.edu/about-fcps/leadership/policies-regulations-notices/attendance-policies.  Please note that for test security reasons as designated by College Board, students will not be permitted to leave their testing room until all participants have submitted their tests.

Middle School Information

School Picture Day is Coming!

📅 Date: Thursday September 12th & Friday September 13th 2024

📸 Pictures Available: Approximately two weeks after photo day

🛒 Pre-order Online: https://vando.imagequix.com/g1001132334#login

📧 Questions about Ordering? Email us at [email protected]

Students will have their pictures taken during their Health and PE Classes.

Middle School Yearbook

The Middle School Yearbook is now on sale! From now through December 31, 2024, the cost is $36.

Don’t miss out! Order one for your child today! The code for the middle school yearbook is 13596.

Make it easy by scanning the QR code!

Class of 2025 News

Important Dates

Graduation:  June 4, 2025 -- 9:30 am

Fall Senior Meeting:  September 25:  2nd period (Little Theatre)

Fall Senior Parent Meeting:  October 15: 7:00-8:00 pm (Cafeteria)

Important Reminders

LBSS Middle School After School Program and Cross Country

The Middle School After School Program will start on September 9, 2024. Registration is required to participate.

-Online Registration: https://forms.gle/EgxXuTSsFNcrdCYM9

The schedule for this year’s program is still being finalized with teachers and sponsors, and we expect that to be done by the first week of September. In the meantime, please check out the Lake Braddock Secondary School MSASP website to see some of the programs that were offered last year. That website will be updated periodically throughout the year.

Middle School Cross Country:

- Parent meeting: September 11, 2024 - 6:00-7:00 pm, in the cafeteria.

- Registration: Cross country registration  (separate from the afterschool registration)

- Physical form and Emergency Care Card: Physical form & ECC

- forms can be returned to [email protected]

If you have any questions, please contact Jerald Minnis by email ([email protected]) or phone (703) 426-1085.

Family Liaison News

Please stay up-to-date with our Family Liaisons on our web site:

https://lakebraddockss.fcps.edu/student-services/information-our-family-liaisons

Athletics and Activities News

Learn more about our Student Activities Program!

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Home Football Game Information

Date: Friday, September 6th
Opponent: Madison Warhawks
Kickoff: 7:00 PM
Gates Open: 6:15 PM

Welcome Bruin Fans!

We're excited to host our first home varsity football game! Here's everything you need to know for a great game day experience:

Tickets:

  • Adults: $7
  • FCPS Students: $5
  • Free: Children 5 & under, Seniors 60+
  • Buy online to skip the line!
  • Join the Athletic Boosters for an all home regular season pass with express entry!

Seating, Parking & Entry:

  • Limited parking available, park in designated spots only.
  • Elementary and middle schoolers must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Entry through main gate at top of stairs or side gate by lower turf.
  • Anyone who leaves must pay to re-enter.
  • Students must be picked up within 30-minutes of the end of the game.

What You Can Bring:

  • Purses, diaper bags, and reasonably sized bags are permitted with adults (subject to search).

What's Not Allowed:

  • Students cannot bring backpacks or bags.
  • Outside food or drinks
  • Smoking or tobacco products (anywhere on campus)
  • Artificial noisemakers
  • Sporting equipment (balls, etc.)

Halftime Fun:

  • Enjoy performances by the LB Marching Band and Lake Braddock Varsity Dance Team!

Spectator Code of Conduct:

  • Be a good sport and show positive behavior.
  • No abusive language, alcohol, tobacco, or drugs.
  • Stay in your designated seat and off the field.
  • Respect players, coaches, fans, and officials.
  • Remember - it's about the kids! Let the coaches coach and officials officiate.
  • Follow directions from staff and security.
  • Failure to comply may result in removal from future games.

Go Bruins!

FCPS News

Immunization Requirements

Please check with your health care provider as soon as possible to make sure your child is up to date on the immunizations required by the state of Virginia. Starting Monday, September 30, students who have not provided proof of immunization will not be allowed to attend school. 

You may check your child’s immunization compliance and submit their immunization record in SIS ParentVUE. Records may also be delivered to your school’s front office. 

Alternative immunization documents (below) may also be provided to your school’s front office, but they may not be uploaded in ParentVUE:  

  • A health care provider’s written statement specifying all administered immunizations.
  • A health care provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
  • A notarized Religious Exemption form objecting to the administration of immunizations due to conflicts with their religious tenets or practices.

Find more information on immunizations

Make Every Day Count! The Importance of Attendance

As you plan upcoming trips and other family events, please remember the importance of sending your child to school every day. Review the FCPS School Year Calendar and try to plan any time away during breaks from school. 

Children who show up for school regularly develop fundamental reading and math skills while building a habit of good attendance that will carry them into college and careers. Research shows that children who were chronically absent (missing 18 days or more) in kindergarten and first grade were far less likely to read proficiently at the end of third grade.

Learn how families can help form good attendance habits

Everything You Can Do Through SIS ParentVUE

Want to easily access back-to-school forms and checklists? Log in to your SIS ParentVUE account to find forms and make updates.

Update Contact Information

Be among the first to know about weather closings, bus delays, and other critical communications from your school and FCPS by providing your cell phone number and email in SIS ParentVUE. To update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, click the “Online Packets” tab in the upper right of the screen, then click the “Online Verification/Update” icon. 

Parents/caregivers who do not have a SIS ParentVUE account should print and complete the Emergency Care Information Form (PDF) and submit it to their child’s school.

Complete Permission Forms

Families can now easily give permission for their children to access a variety of school resources through the Parent Digital Consent system. This online tool can be accessed using your SIS ParentVUE account. Parents can easily opt their child in or out of resources including online educational tools, school counseling services, and tutoring services. They can also change how student information is managed.

Visit the Parent Digital Consent webpage to access the system. Watch this video to see how to use the tool

Submit Absences

Parents can submit daylong absences through SIS ParentVUE. Log in and click “Report Absence.” Note: Partial day absences and changes of transportation should still be reported directly to the school front office. 

Don’t Have a SIS ParentVUE Account Yet?Contact your school for an activation code and follow the directions on the SIS ParentVUE Account webpage

Overdose Awareness and Understanding the Dangers of Opioids

In Northern Virginia, consistent with national and state trends, the opioid epidemic continues to impact communities, including young adults and school-age children. Opioids are a class of drugs used to treat pain and can include prescription medication and illegal drugs. 

Tragically, their misuse can lead to devastating outcomes. Fentanyl is an extremely fatal and especially powerful opioid, even in small doses. Most fatal overdoses in Fairfax County in recent years have involved fentanyl.

August 31 is Overdose Awareness Day. There are three things you can do now to support student wellness and increase understanding of the dangers of opioids and fentanyl:

  • Talk with children and loved ones in your life about the dangers of drug use, especially opioids. For more information about substance use among youth, tips on how to recognize and prevent substance abuse, and available support services, please watch this webinar.
  • Safely store and dispose of medications, including prescription pain medications, to prevent drug misuse.
  • Sign up for a Virtual REVIVE! training class to learn how to recognize the signs and symptoms of opioid overdose and administer naloxone nasal spray to reverse an opioid overdose.

Learn more about the dangers of opioids and available resources on our website. Visit the Student Safety and Wellness webpage for more information on topics related to student well-being. 

FCPS This Week

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:

  • Immunization Reminder
  • Make Attendance a Priority
  • How Is FCPS’ Redesigned Website Working for You?

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today

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Message from Ms. Kearns

Hello Bruin Families!

As we enter the long Labor Day Holiday weekend, I want to thank you for your support as we opened the year and finished our second week of school. We have been working with students on our new cell phone policy and on Tuesday, September 3rd, full implementation of violations begins which will include confiscation of the devices and progressive consequences. 

Next week, we will welcome all of our middle school families for Back to School Night. We look forward to connecting with those families on Thursday from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Additionally, we have our first home football game on Friday, September 6th and our 2nd Annual Pyramid Carnival from 5-6:30 pm on the front field. We hope to see you there!

Go Bruins!

Lindsey Kearns

LBSS Pyramid Night Flyer

Labor Day

Friday, August 30, and Monday, September 2, are Labor Day holidays for all FCPS employees and students. Virginia legislation requires that schools opening prior to Labor Day must be closed the Friday immediately preceding Labor Day. We hope everyone takes the long weekend to celebrate a strong start to the school year and enjoy time with family and friends. See the complete school year calendar.

Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. Reid

Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid invites you to share your questions or concerns regarding Fairfax County Public Schools. Your voice matters! Community Conversations will be held this Fall 6:30-7:30 p.m. on:

  • Monday, September 9, at Holmes Middle School 
  • Monday, September 23, at Newington Forest Elementary
  • Monday, September 30, at Mount Vernon Woods Elementary 
  • Monday, October 14, at Fairhill Elementary 
  • Monday, October 21, at Virginia Run Elementary 
  • Wednesday, October 30, at Herndon Middle 

Click the date above to register. Registration is not required but helps with planning. Additional registration links will be shared in next week’s This Week at FCPS. Childcare and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all. Find out about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid

In this Issue

Upcoming Events

New Information
Fentanyl Fact Sheet

Middle School Information
MS After School Program 
MS Cross Country
MS Yearbook

High School Information
HS Picture Day

Class of 2025 News
College Application Session
College Parent Night

Important Reminders
Virtual New Parent Coffee

Upcoming Events

August 30 & September 2 - Labor Day Holiday
September 5 - MS Back-to-School Night (see flyer for details)
September 5-6 - HS Underclass Photos
September 6 - Virtual New Parent Coffee (see below for details)
September 12-13 - MS Underclass Photos
September 19 - HS Back-to-School Night
September 27 - Homecoming

New Information

The Fentanyl Fact Sheet was shared with all students this week in Schoology. Jessica Giffin is the Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist for the Lake Braddock Pyramid. If you need support for a student or have concerns you’d like to discuss, please feel free to reach out to her via email at [email protected] or call 703-426-1194. For general information about the FCPS Substance Abuse Prevention Program, please visit https://www.fcps.edu/family-resources/student-safety-and-wellness/substance-abuse-prevention-program

Middle School Information

LBSS Middle School After School Program and Cross Country

The Middle School After School Program will start on September 9, 2024. Registration is required to participate.

-Online Registration: https://forms.gle/EgxXuTSsFNcrdCYM9

The schedule for this year’s program is still being finalized with teachers and sponsors, and we expect that to be done by the first week of September. In the meantime, please check out the Lake Braddock Secondary School MSASP website to see some of the programs that were offered last year. That website will be updated periodically throughout the year.

Middle School Cross Country:

- Parent meeting: September 11, 2024 - 6:00-7:00 pm, in the cafeteria.

- Registration: Cross country registration  (separate from the afterschool registration)

- Physical form and Emergency Care Card: Physical form & ECC

- forms can be returned to [email protected]

If you have any questions, please contact Jerald Minnis by email ([email protected]) or phone (703) 426-1085.

Middle School Yearbook

The Middle School Yearbook is now on sale! From now through December 31, 2024, the cost is $36.

Don’t miss out! Order one for your child today! The code for the middle school yearbook is 13596.

Make it easy by scanning the QR code!

High School Information

HS Picture Days

Victor O'Neill Studios will be on campus next week on September 5 and 6 to photograph 9th-11th graders. 9th and 10th grade students will have their photos taken during PE classes and 11th grade will go during English classes. Students not taking PE or English classes will be sent during 2nd period Advisory.

Victor O'Neill Studios has asked for 2-3 parent volunteers to assist the photographers. Volunteers will receive $25 off their photo package. If you are interested, please email Julie Moore before Wednesday, September 4.

Pre-order Online: https://vando.imagequix.com/g1001132277#login

Images Available: Approximately two-three weeks after picture day

Questions about Ordering? Email us at [email protected]

Class of 2025 News

All seniors will attend the College Application Post-Secondary Session during Advisory on Tuesday, September 3, at 8:15am in the Little Theatre.  NOVA and Trade/Apprenticeship Sessions will be held in the near future. 

Senior families are invited to attend the College Parent Night on Wednesday, September 4, at 6:00pm in the Little Theatre.  We hope to see you there!

Important Reminders

Virtual New Parent Coffee

We would like to welcome all of our families who moved during the summer and are new to FCPS by extending an invitation to our virtual New Parent Coffee on September 6 from 8:30am-9:30am.  If you would like join, please complete this google form (https://forms.gle/jJzfoUGGjRUELoPW6).

Family Liaison News

Please stay up-to-date with our Family Liaisons on our web site:

https://lakebraddockss.fcps.edu/student-services/information-our-family-liaisons

Athletics and Activities News

Learn more about our Student Activities Program!

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2024 Student Rights and Responsibilities 

FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities document (SR&R) explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses to enhance school safety and to create a fair, equitable, and supportive school environment. Read Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid’s letter to families regarding the SR&R

Parents/caregivers should talk to their child(ren) about expectations for this school year. Also, please log in to SIS ParentVUE and sign to acknowledge your review of the SR&R, or sign and return the signature sheet to your child’s school by Monday, September 30

You can submit questions online regarding the SR&R.

2023-30 Strategic Plan: Foundation of Four PillarsWhile the five goals of FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan focus on student success, the four pillars describe what FCPS must do well to reach our goals for all students:

  • The first focus of the pillars is on teaching and learning. We want to make sure each and every student has access to excellent and inclusive learning environments, and that instruction meets students’ individual needs.
  • The second pillar focuses on our connection with families and our communities. We cannot do this work alone. Strong partnerships are key to our students’ success.
  • The third pillar is centered on our hiring and maintaining a world class, diverse workforce. We want to make sure our incredible employees have what they need to help our students thrive.
  • The fourth and final pillar centers on how we bring this all together. We remain focused on creating a culture of equity, excellence, and accountability where data guides our decisions. 

Visit our Strategic Plan webpage for more information. 

Safety Drills During the School Year

Keeping students and staff safe is a priority for FCPS. Each school has an emergency preparedness plan to respond to incidents such as fires and tornadoes. Schools are required by state law to practice emergency drills, including lockdown drills, each year. Schools are also required to notify parents and guardians at least 24 hours before a school conducts a lockdown drill. However, schools are not required to give the specific date and time of the drill in advance. 

The first lockdown drill of the school year must take place within the first 20 days of school. Preschool and kindergarten students are exempt from practicing the first lockdown drill. 

Your child may come home and talk about their experience during the drill. We encourage you to talk with your child about the importance of being prepared for emergencies. Please review these frequently asked questions to support your students before and after school lockdown drills.

Know Our Security Terms

FCPS uses specific terminology to describe the actions school staff and students should take to ensure safety in a variety of situations. It is important for staff, families, and students to understand what the different terms mean and how they impact school operations.

Watch this video to learn about safety terms including lockdown; secure the building; and stay put, stay tuned. 

If students, staff, or community members have a safety concern at school (that is not an immediate emergency), they should submit a tip to the FCPS Safety Tipline. In an emergency, please call 9-1-1.  

Everything You Can Do Through SIS ParentVUE

Want to easily access back-to-school forms and checklists? Log in to your SIS ParentVUE account to find forms and make updates.

Update Contact Information

Be among the first to know about weather closings, bus delays, and other critical communications from your school and FCPS by providing your cell phone number and email in SIS ParentVUE. To update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, click the “Online Packets” tab in the upper right of the screen, then click the “Online Verification/Update” icon. 

Parents/caregivers who do not have a SIS ParentVUE account should print and complete the Emergency Care Information Form (PDF) and submit it to their child’s school.

Complete Permission Forms

Families can now easily give permission for their children to access a variety of school resources through the Parent Digital Consent system. This online tool can be accessed using your SIS ParentVUE account. Parents can easily opt their child in or out of resources including online educational tools, school counseling services, and tutoring services. They can also change how student information is managed.

Visit the Parent Digital Consent webpage to access the system. Watch this video to see how to use the tool

Submit Absences

Parents can submit daylong absences through SIS ParentVUE. Log in and click “Report Absence.” Note: Partial day absences and changes of transportation should still be reported directly to the school front office. 

Don’t Have a SIS ParentVUE Account Yet?Contact your school for an activation code and follow the directions on the SIS ParentVUE Account webpage

Overdose Awareness and Understanding the Dangers of Opioids

In Northern Virginia, consistent with national and state trends, the opioid epidemic continues to impact communities, including young adults and school-age children. Opioids are a class of drugs used to treat pain and can include prescription medication and illegal drugs. 

Tragically, their misuse can lead to devastating outcomes. Fentanyl is an extremely fatal and especially powerful opioid, even in small doses. Most fatal overdoses in Fairfax County in recent years have involved fentanyl.

August 31 is Overdose Awareness Day. There are three things you can do now to support student wellness and increase understanding of the dangers of opioids and fentanyl:

  • Talk with children and loved ones in your life about the dangers of drug use, especially opioids. For more information about substance use among youth, tips on how to recognize and prevent substance abuse, and available support services, please watch this webinar.
  • Safely store and dispose of medications, including prescription pain medications, to prevent drug misuse.
  • Sign up for a Virtual REVIVE! training class to learn how to recognize the signs and symptoms of opioid overdose and administer naloxone nasal spray to reverse an opioid overdose.

Learn more about the dangers of opioids and available resources on our website. Visit the Student Safety and Wellness webpage for more information on topics related to student well-being. 

FCPS This Week

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:

  • Understanding the Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R)
  • School Safety Reminders
  • Community Conversations with Dr. Reid

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today

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LBSS Weekly News - August 23, 2024

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Hello Bruin Families,

Welcome back! We have had a busy week starting the 24-25 school year and I am grateful for the efforts of our staff and students to make it a successful start. We have important dates below for our back-to-school nights and student photos. There is also a lot of information from FCPS about things you can do to help start the year off strong.

I look forward to getting to know our students and our families throughout the year. If you or your child have any questions or concerns to share, please reach out.

Go Bruins!

Lindsey Kearns

In this Issue New Information and Important Reminders

Important Dates
Virtual New Parent Coffee
School and Office Hours
MS After School Program and Cross Country
AVID Tutors Wanted

Family Liaison News Athletics and Activities News LBSS PTSA FCPS News Quick Links New Information and Important Reminders

Important Dates

August 30 & September 2 - Labor Day Holiday
September 5 - MS Back-to-School Night (see flyer for details)
September 5-6 - HS Underclass Photos
September 6 - Virtual New Parent Coffee (see below for details)
September 12-13 - MS Underclass Photos
September 19 - HS Back-to-School Night
September 27 - Homecoming

Virtual New Parent Coffee

We would like to welcome all of our families who moved during the summer and are new to FCPS by extending an invitation to our virtual New Parent Coffee on September 6 from 8:30am-9:30am.  If you would like join, please complete this google form (https://forms.gle/jJzfoUGGjRUELoPW6).

School and Office Hours

School class hours are 8:00 am to 2:45 pm. Students will be allowed entry into the building starting at 7:30 am. After school, students must be off campus by 3:00 pm if they are not with a teacher or other supervised activity.

The Main Office is open 7:00 am to 4:00 pm. 

LBSS Middle School After School Program and Cross Country

The Middle School After School Program will start on September 9, 2024. Registration is required to participate.

-Online Registration: https://forms.gle/EgxXuTSsFNcrdCYM9

The schedule for this year’s program is still being finalized with teachers and sponsors, and we expect that to be done by the first week of September. In the meantime, please check out the Lake Braddock Secondary School MSASP website to see some of the programs that were offered last year. That website will be updated periodically throughout the year.

Middle School Cross Country:

- Parent meeting: September 11, 2024 - 6:00-7:00 pm, in the cafeteria.

- Registration: Cross country registration  (separate from the afterschool registration)

- Physical form and Emergency Care Card: Physical form & ECC

- forms can be returned to [email protected]

If you have any questions, please contact Jerald Minnis by email ([email protected]) or phone (703) 426-1085.

AVID Tutors Needed

Attention families - looking for a flexible and part-time position? FCPS is hiring AVID tutors for the 2024-2025 school year.  AVID tutors work with small groups of approximately 5-7 students during the school day in an academic elective class called Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID). These groups use questioning strategies to help students develop a variety of college preparatory skills such as critical thinking and problem solving. Tutors earn $20.13 per hour and should either be a college graduate or currently enrolled in college. If interested, please email your resume to  [email protected].

Family Liaison News

Lake Braddock is currently looking for a Vietnamese Family Liaison. If you know of anyone who might be interested, please share.

Please stay up-to-date with our Family Liaisons on our web site:

https://lakebraddockss.fcps.edu/student-services/information-our-family-liaisons

Additional Resources

Family and School Partnerships

Family Resource Center

Parenting Education Programs through Fairfax County

English Empowerment Center: USA Learns 

English Empowerment Center: Free Conversation Class  and Continued Learning Between Semesters 

Athletics and Activities News

Learn more about our Student Activities Program!

lakebraddockbruins.com

LBSS News You Choose (Sign up and select Athletics & Activities)

FCPS News

Everything You Can Do Through SIS ParentVUE

Want to easily access back-to-school forms and checklists? Log in to your SIS ParentVUE account to find forms and make updates.

Update Contact Information

Be among the first to know about weather closings, bus delays, and other critical communications from your school and FCPS by providing your cell phone number and email in SIS ParentVUE. To update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, click the “Online Packets” tab in the upper right of the screen, then click the “Online Verification/Update” icon. 

Parents/caregivers who do not have a SIS ParentVUE account should print and complete the Emergency Care Information Form (PDF) and submit it to their child’s school.

Complete Permission Forms

Families can now easily give permission for their children to access a variety of school resources through the Parent Digital Consent system. This online tool can be accessed using your SIS ParentVUE account. Parents can easily opt their child in or out of resources including online educational tools, school counseling services, and tutoring services. They can also change how student information is managed.

Visit the Parent Digital Consent webpage to access the system. Watch this video to see how to use the tool

Submit Absences

Parents can submit daylong absences through SIS ParentVUE. Log in and click “Report Absence.” Note: Partial day absences and changes of transportation should still be reported directly to the school front office. 

Don’t Have a SIS ParentVUE Account Yet?Contact your school for an activation code and follow the directions on the SIS ParentVUE Account webpage

Transportation Patience and Safety

Thank you for your patience as we all get used to new routines this school year. We appreciate our families following Kiss and Ride procedures and being patient while waiting for your children’s buses. 

If a student’s bus is delayed, parents may access the Bus Delay Notification System or use the Here Comes the Bus mobile app to receive the delayed bus report. Email messages will be sent to announce significant bus delays. Contact the Transportation Office at 703-446-2050 with any additional questions. For any concerns after 5:30 p.m., contact Safety and Security at 571-423-2000. 

To make sure you receive email messages about bus delays, update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE

Lightspeed Parent Report on Child’s Device Activity

FCPS has tools to help parents know more about their child’s activity on any FCPS device. These tools are provided at no cost to families by Lightspeed, the school division’s internet content filtering service.

Parents may sign up for a weekly Parent Report, which will provide a list of the top sites your child visited. The report also offers parents the ability to sign up for free access to the Internet Use Parent Portal. Through the portal, parents may pause their child’s access to the internet on their FCPS device during non-school hours.

Learn more about Lightspeed Parent Reports.

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School StudentsVirtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as:

  • Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss
  • Anxiety, worry, fears
  • Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships
  • Academic stress

You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting our school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services. 

Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

District News/In Case You Missed It

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

  • Everything You Can Do Through SIS ParentVUE
  • Updating Immunizations and Records
  • Transportation Patience and Safety
  • Superintendent Reid Welcomes Everyone Back to School

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, sign up today.  

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LBSS Weekly News - June 7, 2024

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Message from Ms. Kearns

Hello Bruin Families,

As the school year draws to a close, I wanted to express my deepest gratitude for your partnership. Your support throughout the year has been instrumental in our students' success. It's been a pleasure getting to know many of you, and I've been consistently impressed by your children's dedication and growth.

Once details are confirmed for the start of the 24-25 school year, we will start sending information through the eNotify system. Please ensure your email address in SIS is kept up-to-date so that you will receive the most current information.

I hope you all have a relaxing and enjoyable summer break. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for another exciting year in August!

Lindsey Kearns

Class Officer Jonathan Barnard takes a final selfie with the Class of 2024

In this Issue New Information and Important Reminders

Final week schedule
Student Laptop Collection
School Library Book Roundup
LB Symphony Orchestra News
PTSA Workshop
SOL Scores

Family Liaison News Athletics and Activities News LBSS PTSA FCPS News Quick Links New Information and Important Reminders

Student Laptop Collection

June 11:  7th-11th grade collection after 7th period in the Lecture Hall

June 12:  7th-11th grade collection in the Cafeteria

Students should check with their teachers to find specific location.

School Library Book Roundup

We encourage students to return the Lake Braddock library books they still have checked out to the school library.  All library books were due May 29.  Students who have books checked out have been receiving reminder notices to their fcpsschools.net email address, and will receive an email notice again June 7.

A labeled return cart stands outside the library, as well as a return bin immediately inside the library’s door. If a book cannot be found, please come report to a librarian.  There are no fines or fees.

If library books are found over the summer, there will be a cart inside the Main Office over the summer where they can be returned between 9:00 am and 2:00 pm. Thank you for your help in returning books to put back on our library shelves.

The Lake Braddock Symphony Orchestra has been invited to perform at the 2024 Virginia Music Educator’s Association conference in November!  They were selected through a blind audition process with other orchestras from across the state and only three orchestras at the secondary level were chosen.  They will perform a forty-five-minute concert that will feature music of a variety of difficulty levels and backgrounds.  Congratulations!

PTSA Workshop

Lake Braddock PTSA is happy to sponsor an interactive workshop for families about essential essential legal issues & documents you and your graduating senior may need to consider! This free workshop is being presented by Rebecca Geller, President/CEO of The Geller Law Group (and mom of a high schooler!).

What are the legal implications of your child turning 18 ? Learn about essential legal documents: Powers of Attorney, Healthcare Directives, Wills, and more.

  • Understand the significance of these documents as your child transitions into adulthood.
  • Participate in an engaging Q&A session with Rebecca Geller.
  • Gain insights and practical tips to safeguard your family's future.

Register to join us today and please share with your Lake Braddock network!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/legal-webinar-for-lake-braddock-families-tickets-915317157257?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3s-bSKggg2nXpzNFnwwfc7K2HLhdTHk6FhapfMt_y99Yeoj9vTe5sRe-Y_aem_AeY-fI8LJvn7yh9nwAIK3tdIGLuB47BQyjoXybL1wx_zH3oMBtbKm1_Wz9QkIofiPcYDgcC_pwJuzpiiZCHcWXyw

SOL Scores Posted in SIS ParentVUE

Families can find Standards of Learning (SOL) reports for spring testing in the SIS ParentVUE Documents section on or before the last day of school. Log in to your ParentVUE account to access the following:

  • For all students, the official SOL Score Report with overall and reporting category performance for all spring tests.
  • For grade 3-8 students, the SOL Growth Parent Report shows performance over time for state reading and math tests completed this school year.

Visit the FCPS website for additional information about spring assessment reporting practices and timelines.

Need help creating a SIS ParentVUE account? This video walks through the steps. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE.

Family Liaison News

Please stay up-to-date with our Family Liaisons on our web site:

https://lakebraddockss.fcps.edu/student-services/information-our-family-liaisons

There you will find our weekly newsletters full of important information for our families.

Additional Resources

Family and School Partnerships

Family Resource Center

Parenting Education Programs through Fairfax County

English Empowerment Center: USA Learns 

English Empowerment Center: Free Conversation Class  and Continued Learning Between Semesters 

Athletics and Activities News

Learn more about our Student Activities Program!

lakebraddockbruins.com

LBSS News You Choose (Sign up and select Athletics & Activities)

FCPS News

Virtual Mental Wellness Consultations

This summer, the FCPS Office of Intervention and Prevention Services will offer virtual Mental Wellness Consultations from Monday, June 24, through Friday, August 2. Any FCPS parent or secondary student can schedule a 45-minute consultation with a school psychologist or social worker by phone or videoconference. 

Parents of students in any grade level can request a consultation to receive guidance on how to support their child’s social, emotional, and academic success. Information about community resources will also be provided.

Middle or high school students can request a consultation to receive guidance and support for concerns related to anxiety, mood, behavior, peer or family interactions, or school transitions and changes. Strategies and tools can also be provided to address academic challenges such as organization and time management.

We encourage all families to take advantage of this service. Request a consultation or call and leave a message at 703-503-2520.

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students

Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as:

  • Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss.
  • Anxiety, worry, fears.
  • Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships.
  • Academic stress.

In order for students to participate, caregivers must give permission for FCPS to share basic demographic information with Hazel Health in ParentVUE, and they must provide consent for their student to access therapy services. 

Students can then be referred by a guardian or designated school staff member. You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting an FCPS school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services.

Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

District News/In Case You Missed It

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

  • End-of-Year Reminders
  • Summer Resources
  • SOL Scores in SIS ParentVUE

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, sign up today.  

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LBSS Weekly News - May 31, 2024

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Hello Bruin Families,

This will be our next-to-last News You Choose for the 2023-24 school year. There is a lot happening next week, starting with graduation on Tuesday. I look forward to honoring the Class of 2024 and celebrating their remarkable achievements. 

For our graduating seniors, the PTSA has extended the deadline to purchase All Night Grad Party tickets through next Monday. 

Finally, it would be great to see everyone at the fields next Tuesday, June 4, at 7:30 pm, supporting our varsity baseball and softball teams in the State quarter-finals. Go Bruins!

Lindsey Kearns

LGBTQIA+ Pride Month.

In the month of June, we recognize the resilience and determination of the many individuals who are fighting to live freely and authentically. We stand with those facing an ongoing struggle against discrimination and injustice. This Pride Month, we affirm our obligation to uphold the dignity of all people. Each individual in our school community should feel valued for who they are. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.

Caribbean American Heritage Month

FCPS celebrates the rich diversity and honors the many contributions of immigrants of Caribbean heritage to our nation during the month of June. Caribbean individuals are some of the most ethnically diverse in the world. There are more than 8.5 million individuals in the United States born in the Caribbean or of Caribbean ancestry. Learn more about Caribbean American Heritage Month

In this Issue New Information and Important Reminders

End-of-Year Schedule Changes
End-of-Year Schedule
School Library Book Roundup
MS Yearbooks
Biking Interest Club
Student Laptop Collection
8th Grade Formal

Class of 2024 News

Graduation Livestream
Last Few Details

LBSS AI Series for Caregivers

Season Recap

Family Liaison News Athletics and Activities News LBSS PTSA FCPS News Quick Links New Information and Important Reminders

End-of-Year Schedule Changes

June 4 -- Graduation Day (10:30 am release)
June 6 -- Final Exams begin for 7th-11th grade -- half-days begin
June 12 -- Last day of School (10:00 am release)

End-of-Year Schedule

Our end-of-year schedule has been finalized and you can find it here. Please note the following information:

  • On June 4, school is released at 10:30 am due to graduation
  • Final exams for underclassmen begin on June 6, which means half days
  • The last day of school is June 12 and school will end at 10:00 am

School Library Book Roundup

Time to return Lake Braddock library books that have been checked out this year to the school library.  All books were due May 29. 

Those students who have books checked out have been receiving reminder notices to their fcpsschools.net email address, and will receive an email notice again June 3.

A labeled return cart stands outside the library, as well as a return bin immediately inside the library’s door. 

If a book cannot be found, please come report to a librarian.  There are no fines or fees – just want to round up our books at the end of the school year to put back on our library shelves!

Middle School Yearbooks

With only days left, the yearbooks are running out. Make your purchase today! Scan the QR code to pay online at MySchoolBucks.com, OR your student may pay cash. The cost is $40, and books are available NOW. Send students to the concession stand during A and B lunch!”

Student Laptop Collection

June 11:  7th-11th grade collection after 7th period in the Lecture Hall

June 12:  7th-11th grade collection in the Cafeteria

Students should check with their teachers to find specific location.

FAQ:

  • Can't make those dates? Early turn-in starts May 27th in B122 (8 AM - 3 PM).
  • Students will get a digital receipt upon return. Lost laptops or chargers will incur a fee via MySchoolBucks.
  • Enrolled in summer school or an FCPS program? Students can keep your laptop!
  • If you have additional questions, please contact the school office at 703-426-1000.

Biking Interest Club Seeks Old Bikes or Bike Parts

Do you have an old bike or bike parts you don't use anymore? The Biking Interest Club is holding a bike donation drive on June 8th 1-4 pm.  All bikes and parts will be donated to Phoenix bikes, a nonprofit that repairs old bikes and gives back to youth and adults in need.  They also provide hands-on programs for teens 12-17 to learn how to build and repair bikes.   Here is Phoenix's criteria for the bikes they want and here is the link to their website to learn more about them.  If you cannot make the given date for collection email [email protected] to learn other ways to donate.  Email the same email if you have any further questions about the donation.  We hope you can give your bike a second life for someone in need. 

8th Grade Parents!

The Middle School Student Council Association (SCA) will host the 8th Grade Formal Dance on Saturday, June 1st from 7PM to 10PM in the school cafeteria. Appropriate attire for this occasion is semi-formal wear. The theme for the dance is “A Night in Hollywood: Red Carpet Premiere.”  Tickets are $15 (cash only) and will be sold during A and B lunches from May 28 – May 31. More information can be found in this link: 8th Grade Dance Parent Letter 2024

WE NEED DONATIONS!!!!  To sign up for donations, please visit this SignUp Genius:

8th Grade Formal Donation Sign Up

You may bring in donations on Saturday, June 1 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm in the cafeteria or drop them in the main office the week beginning May 28.

WE NEED VOLUNTEERS!!!!!!!!!!  We need parents to help sell tickets at lunch and to help set up, chaperone, and clean up on June 1. If you are interested in helping with any aspect of the dance, please go to this SignUp Genius:

8th Grade Formal Volunteer Sign Up  

Thank you for your help!  If you need more information, email Kathy Williams, SCA Sponsor ([email protected]).

Class of 2024 News

Graduation Livestream

The 2024 graduation ceremony will be livestreamed. Please use the following link:

https://tinyurl.com/LakeBraddock2024

Last Few Details

Second Graduation Rehearsal -  Gym - Monday June 3rd - 9:00 am

  • Second Graduation Rehearsal:  Students need to arrive at the gym no later than 9 am. We will practice the entire ceremony (processional, seating, etc.)  Anticipate this rehearsal lasting approximately 3 hours.
  • Caps and Gowns will be distributed after this rehearsal.
    • If a student has any outstanding financial obligations, they will not receive their cap and gown until all obligations are paid in their Subschool.

Graduation Ceremony at Eagle Bank Arena - Tuesday June 4th -  starting at 2:00 pm

  • Arrival for Seniors
    • Seniors arrive at 12:30 pm via the loading dock
    • Professional dress is expected
    • Doors will open for families at approximately 1:00 pm.
    • We encourage carpooling or dropping students off
  • Seating for Spectators
    • EagleBank Arena provides ample accessible seating for patrons in wheelchairs as well as those who may have difficulty with steps. All entrances to the arena are at street/concourse level and are wheelchair accessible. Portals 4, 8, 13 and 17 are reserved for guests in wheelchairs. Rows E, F, and G in every section will be labeled "Reserved for the Handicapped." These rows have 1, 2 or no steps to maneuver.
    • EagleBank Arena has a wheelchair that can be used to assist guests to and from one location to another but must be returned after each use rather than kept for the duration of the event. To request a wheelchair, please see event staff (in green vests).
    • Parking is available for guests with disabilities at both the South and West entrances, including a drop-off location near the West entrance. Van accessible parking spaces are located adjacent to the South entrance. These spaces are well-marked and are monitored. Please remember that all vehicles must display state-issued accessible parking tags or placards to park in these spaces.
    • For additional information, please contact EagleBank Arena at 703-993-3001.
    • Graduates in the first half of the alphabet will be seated on the left side of the stage; parents and guests should be seated on the North side of the Eagle Bank Arena.
    • Graduates in the second half of the alphabet will be seated on the right side of the stage; parents and guests should be seated on the South side of the Eagle Bank Arena.
  • The Ceremony
    • The ceremony will start at 2:00 pm. and last approximately 2 hours.
    • We ask for your cooperation to help ensure the ceremony gets the respect and dignity it deserves. Please no air horns, beach balls, or other distracting behaviors. Our seniors have worked extremely hard and every student deserves to hear his/her name read aloud.
    • Guests and family members are asked to remain in their seats during the ceremony. Standing in the aisles or going on the arena floor for any reason is not permitted.
    • Students will then exit the Eagle Bank Arena via the North side of the Arena. Please wait for your student outside of the North exit.  This location is a change from previous years.
    • Victor O’Neill Studios will provide commencement portraits with no obligation to purchase. Information for purchasing portraits will be inside the graduation program.
    • Memory Videography will be the graduation videographer.  Information for purchasing a video will be inside the graduation program.
LBSS Artificial Intelligence (AI) Series for Caregivers

In our ever-evolving world, artificial intelligence (AI) is playing an increasingly important role. To equip you and your student(s) for the future, we're excited to announce the launch of the Lake Braddock AI Series for Caregivers. Over the next few weeks, the New You Choose will provide you with accessible information about AI, its applications, and its potential activities. We hope through theses snippets you will gain some knowledge to navigate this exciting new frontier alongside your child.

Did you miss an earlier episode of the Lake Braddock Caregivers Series on artificial intelligence? You can find each previous episode on the Lake Braddock website!

LB AI Series for Caregivers: Season Recap

Did you miss the Lake Braddock Caregivers Series on artificial intelligence? Fear not! You can find each episode listed below on the Lake Braddock website AND you can find even more detailed information along with additional resources and ideas for engaging your family in learning about AI at the LB Caregiver’s Guide to AI website

Episode 1: What is Artificial Intelligence?

AI refers to computer programs that can learn and adapt, with machine learning being a common type used for tasks like image recognition and product recommendations. Get a basic overview of the key components of artificial intelligence. 

Episode 2: Navigating the Filtered World

AI seems to be everywhere - from your child's favorite game to their recommended videos. Students need to be aware of the positive and negative consequences.

Episode 3: Hot Topics - Bias, Plagiarism, and Cheating

Many popular AI tools like ChatGPT and Google Gemini generate text and images, which kids might want to use for schoolwork. Consider the academic and legal ramifications of using AI in your work. 

Episode 4: Skills for Careers of the Future 

Skills like problem solving, creativity, and collaboration are crucial for future careers in AI, and critical thinking will be essential regardless of AI's advancements. Explore the different careers that incorporate artificial intelligence. 

Family Liaison News

Please stay up-to-date with our Family Liaisons on our web site:

https://lakebraddockss.fcps.edu/student-services/information-our-family-liaisons

There you will find our weekly newsletters full of important information for our families.

Additional Resources

Family and School Partnerships

Family Resource Center

Parenting Education Programs through Fairfax County

English Empowerment Center: USA Learns 

English Empowerment Center: Free Conversation Class  and Continued Learning Between Semesters 

Athletics and Activities News

Learn more about our Student Activities Program!

lakebraddockbruins.com

LBSS News You Choose (Sign up and select Athletics & Activities)

Athletic Registration is now open for the 2024-25 school year.

We are now accepting VHSL physicals dated on or after May 1, 2024. 

Dance Team 2024 - 2025 Tryout Information; Questions? Varsity Dance Team Head Coach Hannah Reedy, [email protected]

LBSS PTSA

For up-to-date information, please visit lbssptsa.org.

FCPS News

Digital SAT Replaces Paper in 2024-25

This October, the SAT School Day will be administered in a digital format nationwide. Some testing accommodations are administered differently for digital tests than paper/pencil tests. See information about accommodations for students with disabilities.

SAT School Day and PSAT/NMSQT

SAT School Day and PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT) exams will be held at each high school on Wednesday, October 9, at no cost to families. The digital SAT School Day exam is offered to 12th-grade students, and the digital PSAT/NMSQT exam is provided to 10th and 11th-grade students.

Accommodations for Students with Disabilities and Multilingual Learner Supports

Because the College Board operates these exams, students receive testing accommodations or support only sometimes. If you have a student with disabilities entering 10th, 11th, or 12th grade or have a multilingual student entering 12th grade, please review the accommodations request process and/or EL support request process and return forms to the high school by Monday, August 5.

Find out more about SAT and PSAT assessments in FCPS

Online Campus Summer Registration Closing Soon!

Registration for summer classes with FCPS' Online Campus will close on Friday, June 7. Online campus courses are for students in grades 7-12. Email [email protected] or call 703-503-7781 with any questions.

Student Bus Passes Offer Free Transportation All Year

All Fairfax County middle and high school students can get a Student Bus Pass SmarTrip card to ride the Fairfax Connector and Fairfax CUE buses for free! With the pass, fares are free from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week, all year. Learn more about the Student Pass. Complete the application and return it to our front office. 

No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students

Virtual therapy sessions are available to FCPS high school students at no cost to provide a safe space to address concerns such as:

  • Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss
  • Anxiety, worry, fears
  • Social skills, bullying, peer and family relationships
  • Academic stress

In order for students to participate, caregivers must give permission for FCPS to share basic demographic information with Hazel Health in ParentVUE and provide consent. Students can then be referred to therapy by a guardian or school staff member.

You may refer your child by calling 571-749-2940 or by contacting our school counselor, social worker, psychologist, or director of Student Services. Find our contact information on this webpage.

Visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

District News/In Case You Missed It

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

  • School Board Adopts 2025 Budget
  • Online Campus Summer Registration
  • Family Life Education Materials Available for Review

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, sign up today.  

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