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Principal's Message

Hello Bruin Families,

Even with a week of weather-related adjustments, our community shone brightly. Thank you for your adaptability with the early release, snow day, and Friday's modified schedule. The true highlight, however, was witnessing the incredible talent on display at the opening night of Cinderella! Our students and directors poured their hearts into this production, and it shows. Don't miss this opportunity to support them – tickets and information, including special children's performances, are available here. A reminder that we will be closed on Monday for Presidents Day. And finally, let's rally behind our Winter Sports athletes as they compete for championships in the coming week!

Lindsey Kearns

In this Issue

What's Happening at Bruin Nation
Upcoming Events
Testing Dates

New Information and Important Reminders
Parent Tech Talk
PTSA Needs Your Help
MS Yearbook
SGA News: International Show

Class of 2025 News

Family Liaison News

Athletics and Activities News
Spring Sports Tryout Information

What's Happening at Bruin Nation

Upcoming Events
Black History Month
Career and Technical Education Month
Love the Bus Month
VSBA School Board Appreciation Month
February 25:  International Show
February 28: Beginning of Ramadan 

Testing Dates
The Integrated Reading and Writing assessment will be administered to 8th Grade ONLY on Monday, March 17 during 2nd period Advisory (Make up will be March 19).

English 11 Writing WorkKeys MAKEUPS & RETAKES (required for graduation) will be administered on February 19 and February 20 beginning at 8 am.  Students will receive a testing notification in their fcpsschools.net email the week before.

New Information and Important Reminders

Parent Tech Talk

As a parent or trusted adult, it’s important that you know how children and teens spend their time online. According to Common Sense Media, media use in 2021 increased to more than 5 hours per day among tweens and more than 8 hours per day among teens. The top apps for teens in 2023 were YouTube, TikTok, Snapchat and Instagram. According to a U.S. Surgeon General report, "Social media use by young people is nearly universal, with up to 95% of young people ages 13-17 reporting using a social media platform and more than a third saying they use social media ‘almost constantly.’”

Learn more about specific apps here:

Tik Tok Digital Partnerships: Article | Video

Snapchat Article | Video

YouTube: Article |  Video

You can also set up limits across all social media through the phone settings here:

1. Set a screen time limit on your iPhone
2. Set a screen time limit on your Android

Support LBSS PTSA Mulch Sale

Bruin Nation, the Class of 2025 All Night Grad Party committee needs your help! 

The ANGP is funded via the MULCH SALE. The Mulch Sale is March 15-16. We have sold a little over 4,000 bags and we need to sell 11,000+ in order to pay for all the things related to the ANGP. The last day to purchase mulch is March 1. Please consider helping out your graduating class this year. One day soon it will be your child's class. PLEASE purchase mulch. Please share this information with your friends and neighbors and any social media platform that would be beneficial. Thank you. We appreciate your support. 

Mulch Sale to support '25 ANGP

We also need volunteers! The Mulch volunteer Sign-up is now available!! We need a huge crew to help run it, which includes adults and students! The delivery dates are March 15 and 16th, with two different shifts per day. Please consider signing up with these two links: 

Student Volunteers:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409094EA8A92DA2FF2-54898755-mulch 

Adult Volunteers:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409094EA8A92DA2FF2-54922527-adult

Happy Valentine’s Day from your middle school yearbook staff!!

… Parents! Students! We need your pictures! Unload them from your cell phones and upload them to the 2025 yearbook. We will pick the best—high resolution pics of LB Middle School students, friends and pets!

Please use this url: https://hjeshare.com Use the Middle School code 13596.”

If you have any questions, please send an email to [email protected]

SGA News

The International Show is coming up on February 25th! Please come out to watch the extraordinary performers we have at LB representing our immense diversity and culture. There will be two shows, one at 5:00 pm and one at 8:00 pm. Tickets are on sale on etix for $8

Class of 2025 News

Important Information

Senior Fees
$70 due no later than May 30, 2025. Please see email dated January 8 for payment options.

Senior Family Meeting
February 24 at 7:00 pm

Bridging Bruins
March 3- Application Begins
March 21- Application Ends
April 11- Notification of Acceptance
April 30- Final Approval
May 14- May 29- Internship
May 29- Presentation

PTSA Sponsored Mulch Sale
March 15 & 16

PROM-Falls Church Marriott Fairview Park
May 9

Senior Breakfast
May 30

Graduation
June 4

All Night Grad Party- St James
June 4 at 11pm

Senior Panoramic Picture Available

The senior panoramic picture is now available for purchase. Here is the direct link to order:

https://shop.imagequix.com/s1270076652 

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 Spring Sports Tryout Information – High School ONLY

Spring Sports for high school students begin on Monday, February 24th. Students must complete two requirements to pick up a Tryout Card during Distribution Week (February 18-21). To receive a tryout card, students must submit or have a current and valid VHSL Physical Examination form (dated on or after May 1, 2024) on file with Student Activities and complete the online Athletic Registration. Students will not be eligible to tryout without a Tryout Card.

A select number of students with all requirements completed prior to Tryout Card Distribution will receive an email giving them the option to pick up their tryout card during WIN time on Friday 2/14, Wednesday 2/19, or Friday 2/21. All other students will be able to pick up their Tryout Card during all HS lunches in the cafeteria or after school in the Athletic Training Room (G101) of Distribution Week.

Important Dates

February 18-21 - High School Spring Sports Tryout Card Distribution
February 24 - High School Spring Sports Tryouts Begin

Learn more about our Student Activities Program!

lakebraddockbruins.com

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

FCPS News

Protect Yourself and Your Community From the Flu

Fairfax County is experiencing very high levels of influenza (flu) illness. The Fairfax County Health Department reports that visits to emergency departments and urgent care centers for flu-like illness have increased, especially among children, and multiple flu outbreaks have occurred in our community and school settings. Read a letter from the health department. 

The health department suggests taking the following steps to reduce the spread of flu and other germs:    

• Cover coughs and sneezes. If you must be around others while ill, wearing a mask can help reduce spread.
• Wash hands often with soap and water for 20 seconds. Use alcohol-based hand sanitizers when soap and water are not available (with supervision for younger children).
• Clean frequently touched surfaces.

According to the health department, to help prevent or reduce the spread of illness it is important for individuals who are sick to stay home and away from others until symptoms improve and until they have been free of fever for at least 24 hours. Visit this Attendance webpage for guidance on when your child should go to school.

Learn More About How Your Child Feels at School

The Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener will be administered to students in grades 3-12 in March. Students use the SEL Screener twice a year to share their perspectives on how well their school and community help them develop the skills they need to succeed. The screener works by asking questions or presenting statements that students can think about and respond to. This gives students a way to share how well their school community makes them feel valued, included, and supported.

After each screening, results are available in the Documents tab of SIS ParentVUE and mailed to families who do not have a ParentVUE account. For more information, including SEL Screener questions and opt-out information, please visit the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage.

No-Cost Mental Health Teletherapy for All High School Students

Is your high schooler experiencing anxiety, behavior changes, or challenges with peer and family relationships? If so, you may refer your child for weekly therapy with a licensed therapist through Hazel Health. Visit the Teletherapy webpage for information on this service. 

FCPS This Week

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

• Flu Prevention
• Students Spread Joy
• Investing in our Classrooms

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

Quick Links

• Bruin Athletics
• Family Resource Center
• FCPS CARES (nominate a LBSS staff member who went above and beyond for your child)
• Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Info
• Parent and Student Technology Support
• Parent Info Telephone Line (9 languages)
• Safety Tipline
• School Lunch/Menu Info

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Principal's Message

Hello Bruin Families,

Bruin Nation is buzzing with excitement! Our wrestlers, swimmers & divers, gymnasts, and indoor track athletes all competed fiercely at the District competitions, with a special shout-out to our Gymnastics team winning first in the District competition!  

I had the pleasure of attending the delightful HS Chorus Children's Concert and was truly inspired by the ingenuity and creativity displayed at the Science Fair. This week, I'm looking forward to the HS Theatre's production of Cinderella – I hear it's going to be magical!

We are incredibly proud of our students' hard work and accomplishments across academics, athletics, and the arts. The dedication and passion they demonstrate are truly inspiring. Thank you to our amazing students, supportive parents, and the tireless efforts of our staff for making Lake Braddock such a special and vibrant community.

Lindsey Kearns

Black History Month Kick-Off Celebration (Note: Date Change)FCPS’ Chief Equity Office invites the community to an Inaugural Black History Month Kickoff Celebration on Wednesday, February 19, 5:30-7:30 p.m., at Carter G. Woodson High School.   

The event begins with a light reception followed by a formal program, From the Threads of Our Past to the Fabric of Our Future. The program will honor the enduring contributions of Black history and culture while envisioning a future rooted in equity and excellence. It will include inspiring performances, personal stories, reflections, and opportunities to connect and celebrate. The event is open to the entire community. 

For more information, contact Nina Thomas, senior manager for Professional Learning and Cultural Responsiveness.

In this Issue

What's Happening at Bruin Nation
Upcoming Events
Testing Dates

New Information and Important Reminders
Parent Tech Talk
Report Cards
Discover NOVA Open House
LB Theatre Presents Cinderella
SGA News

Class of 2025 News
Senior Panoramic Available

Family Liaison News

Athletics and Activities News
Spring Sports Tryout Information

What's Happening at Bruin Nation

Upcoming Events
Black History Month
Career and Technical Education Month
Love the Bus Month
VSBA School Board Appreciation Month
February 13-15: LB Theatre Presents Cinderella
February 14:  High School Pep Rally (2nd/8th periods flipped)
February 25:  International Show
February 28: Beginning of Ramadan 

Testing Dates
February 19th and 20th: English 11 Writing WorkKeys MAKEUPS & RETAKES (required for graduation) will be administered on February 19 and February 20 beginning at 8 am.  Students will receive a testing notification in their fcpsschools.net email the week before.

March 17th: IRW will be administered to 8th Grade ONLY on Monday, March 17 during 2nd period Advisory (Make up will be March 19)

New Information and Important Reminders

Parent Tech Talk

CONNECT
Set Ground Rules:
      -Define acceptable websites, apps, and device usage times.
     -Implement "blackout" periods.

Focus on Engagement:
     -Monitoring software is not enough.
     -Prioritize open communication and quality time.

LEARN
Know the Platforms:
     -Familiarize yourself with your child's online activities.

Recognize Red Flags:
     -Increased online time, withdrawal, secrecy, and unexplained gifts.

ENGAGE
Don't Just "Pull the Plug":
     -Address online safety concerns through open dialogue.

Get Involved:
     -Show genuine interest in their online world to build trust.

Report Cards

Quarter 2 report cards have now been posted in SIS. If you have yet to set up your ParentVUE account, please reach out to Angela Santizo ([email protected]), Middle School Student Services Assistant or Sandy Coleman ([email protected]), High School Student Information Assistant respectively to request your activation code. You may also submit a Parent Support Request online.

Discover NOVA - Open House

We’re thrilled to share some exciting opportunities happening this spring at Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA)! 

Our Dual Enrollment and Outreach & Recruitment team is hosting Discover NOVA – Open House events for prospective and current dual enrollment students and their families. These events will showcase academic programs, student support resources, and how to maximize dual enrollment credits—plus, attendees will get to tour the campuses! 

Students can choose from any of the following campus events. Registration is now open: https://forms.gle/eHR2q5CnnN7AzKVy8.

·       Loudoun Campus — March 6, 4-7 PM

·       Alexandria Campus — March 13,  4-7 PM

·       Annandale Campus — March 27, 4-7 PM

·       Woodbridge Campus — April 3,  4-7 PM

·       Manassas Campus — April 24, 4-7 PM

Students who attend will be entered to win a $500 NOVA scholarship!

(Nontransferable; must be used at NOVA in Fall 2025.) 

The Prince is giving a ball!  His Royal Highness, the heroic and charming Prince Christopher (or Topher, for short) has returned from University and is soon to be crowned as King!  But there are problems: the kingdom (and its ruler) are both going through tough times.

On the advice of his counselors, he'll throw a magnificent party, and whichever girl he's dancing with at midnight will be his new bride. Meanwhile, a quiet and gentle young woman named Ella endures a life of neglect and mistreatment at the hands of her cruel and wicked stepmother - yet in spite of her unearned misfortunes, she manages to treat the people in her life with kindness, including a "crazy" old beggar woman named Marie.  

On the night of the Ball, while the stepfamily flounces away cackling at Ella's misfortunes something truly impossible, something magical happens, and Ella is given a beautiful gown and a golden opportunity to make her dreams of attending the ball and speaking with the Prince come true - so long as she is back by midnight!

Come and join the Lake Braddock Theatre for one of Rodgers and Hammerstein's most famous and beloved musicals - great for families and audience members of all ages!

https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/15623/lake-braddock-secondary-school-theatreperformance_id=50001158&country=US&language=en

SGA News

SGA's Love Spirit Week is February 10-14
Monday: We love to be comfy! Wear PJs to school.
Tuesday: Show love for LB! Wear LB spirit wear.
Wednesday: Relationship status! 
  -Single- Wear White
  -Complicated- Wear Pink
  -Taken- Wear Red
Thursday: Anti-Valentines Day! Wear black.
Friday: PS I Love You Day, wear purple!

International Night:  February 25

International Night Flyer

Class of 2025 News

Important Information

Senior Fees
$70 due no later than May 30, 2025. Please see email dated January 8 for payment options.

Senior Family Meeting
February 24 at 7:00 pm

Bridging Bruins
March 3- Application Begins
March 21- Application Ends
April 11- Notification of Acceptance
April 30- Final Approval
May 14- May 29- Internship
May 29- Presentation

PTSA Sponsored Mulch Sale
March 15 & 16

PROM-Falls Church Marriott Fairview Park
May 9

Senior Breakfast
May 30

Graduation
June 4

All Night Grad Party- St James
June 4 at 11pm

Senior Panoramic Picture Available

The senior panoramic picture is now available for purchase. Here is the direct link to order:

https://shop.imagequix.com/s1270076652 

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 Spring Sports Tryout Information – High School ONLY

Spring Sports for high school students begin on Monday, February 24th. Students must complete two requirements to pick up a Tryout Card during Distribution Week (February 18-21). To receive a tryout card, students must submit or have a current and valid VHSL Physical Examination form (dated on or after May 1, 2024) on file with Student Activities and complete the online Athletic Registration. Students will not be eligible to tryout without a Tryout Card.

A select number of students with all requirements completed prior to Tryout Card Distribution will receive an email giving them the option to pick up their tryout card during WIN time on Friday 2/14, Wednesday 2/19, or Friday 2/21. All other students will be able to pick up their Tryout Card during all HS lunches in the cafeteria or after school in the Athletic Training Room (G101) of Distribution Week.

Important Dates

February 18-21 - High School Spring Sports Tryout Card Distribution
February 24 - High School Spring Sports Tryouts Begin

Learn more about our Student Activities Program!

lakebraddockbruins.com

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

FCPS News

Make Sure Your Children Are Up-to-Date on Immunizations

Please make sure your child has all of their necessary immunizations. Remember, all students are required to be immunized against certain diseases to attend school in Virginia. This is an important part of keeping children healthy!

Starting Monday, May 19, students who have not provided proof of immunization may not be allowed to attend school. You can check your child’s immunization status and submit updated immunization information by accessing SIS ParentVUE. 

Please check with your healthcare provider to make sure your child is up to date on required immunizations for the 2024-25 school year. If your child needs an immunization, make an appointment with your healthcare provider, visit the Fairfax County Health Department website for a list of child immunization clinics, or view other Immunization Resources. Be wise and immunize!

Students Invited to Share Their Voices at the 2025 Family Summit

The 2025 FCPS Family Summit will take place on Saturday, March 15, at South Lakes High School. Visit the Family Summit webpage for more information. 

At the event, FCPS students are invited to showcase projects and advocacy efforts around inclusivity in schools. This is a great resume-building opportunity, and students can earn service hours as well. Students may share their work in a share-fair environment using posters, essays, videos, songs, or art. They will interact with attendees through conversations about their work, ideas, and efforts to foster inclusivity in school communities. 

Students must use this Google Form to participate by Monday, February 17. A list of possible projects is also on the form. More information will be provided after the student’s submission is received. Please contact Manuel Gomez Portillo with any questions. 

✨ Centering student voice is part of FCPS’ Strategic Plan Goal 2: Safe, Supported, Included, and Empowered.

No-Cost Mental Health Teletherapy for All High School Students

Is your high schooler experiencing anxiety, behavior changes, or challenges with peer and family relationships? If so, you may refer your child for weekly therapy with a licensed therapist through Hazel Health. Visit the Teletherapy webpage for information on this service. 

FCPS This Week

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

• Proposed Budget Progress
• Apply for Dual Immersion and Magnet Lotteries
• Black History Month Event

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

Quick Links

• Bruin Athletics
• Family Resource Center
• FCPS CARES (nominate a LBSS staff member who went above and beyond for your child)
• Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Info
• Parent and Student Technology Support
• Parent Info Telephone Line (9 languages)
• Safety Tipline
• School Lunch/Menu Info

9200  Burke Lake Rd.Burke, VA 22015 | Main Office: 703-426-1000
Attendance | Web | Instagram | Facebook

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Principal's Message

Hello families,

As we launch into the second half of the school year, we're energized and excited about the opportunities ahead for our students! We'll be finalizing course selections for next year in the coming weeks, and many of our academic and athletic teams are gearing up for playoff season – get ready to cheer them on!

Next week is School Counselor Appreciation Week, and we at LBSS want to express our sincere gratitude for our incredible middle and high school counselors. They are truly dedicated to our students, generously giving their time and expertise to ensure every student's needs are met. From guiding course selections and academic planning to supporting students' well-being and stress management, our counselors are invaluable. Please join us in thanking them for their exceptional contributions.

We deeply appreciate being part of this vibrant and supportive community. We look forward to continuing our strong partnership with you, working together to empower our students to thrive and achieve their full potential.

Lindsey Kearns

In this Issue

What's Happening at Bruin Nation
Upcoming Events
Testing Dates

New Information and Important Reminders
Parent Tech Talk
LB Theatre Presents Cinderella
PTSA Mulch Sale
MS Yearbooks
SGA News

Class of 2025 News
Senior Panoramic Available

Family Liaison News

Athletics and Activities News
Spring Sports Tryout Information

What's Happening at Bruin Nation

Upcoming Events
Black History Month
Career and Technical Education Month
Love the Bus Month
VSBA School Board Appreciation Month
February 13-15: LB Theatre Presents Cinderella
February 14:  High School Pep Rally (2nd/8th periods flipped)
February 25:  International Show
February 28: Beginning of Ramadan 

Testing Dates
January 30-31:  English 11 Writing WorkKeys (required for graduation) administered during English 11 classes

March 17:  IRW will be administered to 8th Grade ONLY during 2nd period Advisory (Make up will be March 19)

New Information and Important Reminders

Parent Tech Talk

Last week, we touched on essential online safety tips. Now, let's dive deeper into how to talk to your tweens and teens about the online world.

Just like teaching them to cross the street safely, open and ongoing conversations are key. Here's what to discuss:

 

For tweens and teens:

• Talk about how they should never post personal information or inappropriate content.
• Discuss sexting and the permanency of online data.
• Teach them how to avoid online predators by setting up privacy controls on their devices, like restricting apps’ location access.
• Snapchat (Snapchat Parental Controls)
• Roblox (Roblox Parental Controls FAQ)
• Instagram (Instagram Parental Help Center)
• Tik Tok (Tik Tok Account Safety)
• Explain the warning signs that characterize online predators.
• Tell them that safe adults won’t ask them to keep secrets or disrespect their boundaries.
• Help them identify a trusted adult or guardian they can go to for help.
• Discuss steps they can take if a friend confides in them about inappropriate online interactions, such as telling a trusted adult or pointing them to Know2Protect resources.
• Explain that minors shouldn’t share sexual abuse material because it’s illegal.
• Explain that even if they’ve already shared sexual abuse material or been involved in inappropriate online interactions, it’s not too late to tell an adult and get help.
• Discuss cyberbullying.

The Prince is giving a ball!  His Royal Highness, the heroic and charming Prince Christopher (or Topher, for short) has returned from University and is soon to be crowned as King!  But there are problems: the kingdom (and its ruler) are both going through tough times.

On the advice of his counselors, he'll throw a magnificent party, and whichever girl he's dancing with at midnight will be his new bride. Meanwhile, a quiet and gentle young woman named Ella endures a life of neglect and mistreatment at the hands of her cruel and wicked stepmother - yet in spite of her unearned misfortunes, she manages to treat the people in her life with kindness, including a "crazy" old beggar woman named Marie.  

On the night of the Ball, while the stepfamily flounces away cackling at Ella's misfortunes something truly impossible, something magical happens, and Ella is given a beautiful gown and a golden opportunity to make her dreams of attending the ball and speaking with the Prince come true - so long as she is back by midnight!

Come and join the Lake Braddock Theatre for one of Rodgers and Hammerstein's most famous and beloved musicals - great for families and audience members of all ages!

https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/15623/lake-braddock-secondary-school-theatreperformance_id=50001158&country=US&language=en

PTSA Mulch Sale

Your generosity to Lake Braddock last year made a significant difference for our Senior class and we were incredibly grateful for your support. Thanks to your previous donations and purchases we were able to provide the Senior Class with an outstanding, safe and fun All Night Grad Party. We are once again reaching out in need of your support for The Class of 2025! If you have not already had a chance to do so please purchase from our MULCH SALE and/or make a direct donation. Your continued support will enable us again to host this fun and safe night for this years graduating class. We cannot thank you enough! To learn more about ANGP, please click here.

We are selling JK’s Double-Shredded Hardwood Mulch in 3 cubic-foot bags at $5.50 per bag. We offer Free Delivery the weekend of March 15/16, 2025 for orders of 15 bags or more. For orders that are less than 15 bags we ask that you pick up your mulch at the LBSS Parking Lot on Saturday, March 15th, 2025.

We also need lots of volunteers to help with our mulch sale. Please send an email to Sara Sousa if you are able to help.

Questions? Email: Sara Sousa

MS Yearbooks

There is ice on the streets, but warm your hearts with a purchase of the middle school yearbook!. The Ursa is filled with all the fun memories from your child’s school year. You can order your yearbooks online for $38. Please scan the QR code or visit https://prod.yboc.varsity.com. Use the code 13596 for Middle School.”

For questions, send a message to the yearbook adviser, Kelli Gary, at [email protected].

SGA News

Counselor Appreciation Week is February 3-7. Please fill out this form to give a shoutout to our counselors.

SGA's Love Spirit Week is February 10-14
Monday: We love to be comfy! Wear PJs to school.
Tuesday: Show love for LB! Wear LB spirit wear.
Wednesday: Relationship status! 
  -Single- Wear White
  -Complicated- Wear Pink
  -Taken- Wear Red
Thursday: Anti-Valentines Day! Wear black.
Friday: PS I Love You Day, wear purple!

International Night:  February 25

International Night Flyer

Class of 2025 News

Important Information

Senior Fees
$70 due no later than May 30, 2025. Please see email dated January 8 for payment options.

Senior Family Meeting
February 24 at 7:00 pm

Bridging Bruins
March 3- Application Begins
March 21- Application Ends
April 11- Notification of Acceptance
April 30- Final Approval
May 14- May 29- Internship
May 29- Presentation

PTSA Sponsored Mulch Sale
March 15 & 16

PROM-Falls Church Marriott Fairview Park
May 9

Senior Breakfast
May 30

Graduation
June 4

All Night Grad Party- St James
June 4 at 11pm

Senior Panoramic Picture Available

The senior panoramic picture is now available for purchase. Here is the direct link to order:

https://shop.imagequix.com/s1270076652 

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 Spring Sports Tryout Information – High School ONLY

Spring Sports for high school students begin on Monday, February 24th. Students must complete two requirements to pick up a Tryout Card during Distribution Week (February 18-21). To receive a tryout card, students must submit or have a current and valid VHSL Physical Examination form (dated on or after May 1, 2024) on file with Student Activities and complete the online Athletic Registration. Students will not be eligible to tryout without a Tryout Card.

A select number of students with all requirements completed prior to Tryout Card Distribution will receive an email giving them the option to pick up their tryout card during WIN time on Friday 2/14, Wednesday 2/19, or Friday 2/21. All other students will be able to pick up their Tryout Card during all HS lunches in the cafeteria or after school in the Athletic Training Room (G101) of Distribution Week.

Important Dates

February 18-21 - High School Spring Sports Tryout Card Distribution
February 24 - High School Spring Sports Tryouts Begin

Learn more about our Student Activities Program!

lakebraddockbruins.com

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

FCPS News

What Families Can Do to Fight Drug Misuse

FCPS is committed to raising awareness about the opioid epidemic with our educators, parents/caregivers, and students. Together, we can help ensure our students thrive.

What can families do?

• Show you disapprove of underage drinking and other drug misuse. More than 80% of young people ages 10-18 say their parents are the leading influence on their decision whether to drink. 
• Show you care about your child’s health, wellness, and success. 
• Show you are a good source of information about alcohol and other drugs. Find helpful resources on the FCPS Opioid Awareness webpage. 
• Pay attention to your child and discourage risky behaviors. 
• Build your child’s skills and strategies for avoiding drinking and drug use. Talk with your child about what they would do if faced with a decision about alcohol and drugs, such as texting a code word to a family member or practicing how they will say, “No thanks.”

Get more information on opioid awareness.

Application for the 2025 Student Representative to the School Board

The School Board student representative represents the interests of Fairfax County Public Schools students. The student representative is not a member of the School Board but serves in a nonvoting, advisory capacity. Students currently in grades 9, 10, and 11 are eligible to apply. 

Watch this video to learn about the student representative experience from the current representative, Megan Sawant. 

Application Information and Deadlines

To be considered for the election, students are required to provide:

• A written component, which is due Monday, February 24.
• A 30-second candidate video statement, which is due Wednesday, March 26. Candidates will be emailed a link to record their video on Monday, March 17.

Both application components are required to be considered for the election. Read more about the election process.

Virtual Community Boundary Review Meetings

If you have not been able to attend a Community Boundary Review meeting yet, it’s not too late! The following virtual meetings will have the same format and information available as the previous in-person meetings:

• Saturday, January 25, 9:30-11 a.m. 
• Monday, January 27, 6:30-8 p.m. 
• Tuesday, January 28, 6:30-8 p.m. 
• Monday, February 10, 6:30-8 p.m. 

 Click one of the dates above to register and receive your unique Zoom link. Please note that each virtual meeting will be capped at 400 participants to help provide a meaningful experience for all. Language interpretation will be available. Learn about FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review. Sign up for the School Boundary Review newsletter for updates.

No-Cost Mental Health Teletherapy for All High School Students

Is your high schooler experiencing anxiety, behavior changes, or challenges with peer and family relationships? If so, you may refer your child for weekly therapy with a licensed therapist through Hazel Health. Visit the Teletherapy webpage for information on this service. 

FCPS This Week

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

• SOL Score Reports
• Upcoming Budget Presentation
• Science Fair Judges Needed

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

Quick Links

• Bruin Athletics
• Family Resource Center
• FCPS CARES (nominate a LBSS staff member who went above and beyond for your child)
• Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Info
• Parent and Student Technology Support
• Parent Info Telephone Line (9 languages)
• Safety Tipline
• School Lunch/Menu Info

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Principal's Message

Hello families,

Today we held our second and final lockdown drill of the year and appreciate the attention and cooperation of our students. These drills are important for our students to practice what to do in the event of a true lockdown emergency.  

The quarter and semester end next week, and there is a student holiday on January 29 as a teacher workday. An update has been made to the gradebook system, so that families will now have access to the gradebook until the last day of the quarter, January 28 at 4:00 pm, and will be available again February 4 at 6:00 am. If you have any questions about your student's grade, please do not hesitate to reach out to the teacher for assistance. If you need further assistance, please reach out to the subject area administrator or myself; we will do our best to get you the help that you need. 

Thank you for your partnership and we look forward to a great second semester. 

Lindsey Kearns

In this Issue

What's Happening at Bruin Nation
Upcoming Events
Testing Dates

New Information and Important Reminders
Parent Tech Talk
PTSA Mulch Sale
SR&R and Cell Phone Policy Survey
MS Yearbooks
SGA News

Class of 2025 News

Family Liaison News

Athletics and Activities News
Spring Sports Tryout Information

What's Happening at Bruin Nation

Upcoming Events
January 28: End of 2nd Quarter (no early release)
January 29: Teacher Workday (no school for students)
February 14:  High School Pep Rally (2nd/8th periods flipped)
February 25:  International Show 

Testing Dates
January 30-31:  English 11 Writing WorkKeys (required for graduation) administered during English 11 classes

March 17:  IRW will be administered to 8th Grade ONLY during 2nd period Advisory (Make up will be March 19)

New Information and Important Reminders

Parent Tech Talk

Navigating the digital world with your child can feel overwhelming. Here are 10 essential tech tips to help keep them safe online.

1. Talk Openly: Start an open, two-way conversation with your child.
2. Control Access:Password-protect or control access to your child’s app store and gaming downloads.
3. Set Limits: Establish clear time and area limits for device usage. Set regular "device check-in" times.

1. Set a screen time limit on your iPhone
2. Set a screen time limit on your Android

1. Privacy First: Set all apps, games and devices to private.
2. Location Protection: Turn off location data services on social media and nonessential apps.
3. Data Forever: Explain to your child that information shared online can last a lifetime.
4. Family Agreement: Create a contract with your child regarding online behavior.
5. Friend List Review: Regularly review your child's friend lists on social media platforms and remove any unknown contacts.
6. Beware of "Game Switching": Warn your child never to leave a game to chat with someone they don't know on a different platform.

Evidence Preservation: Do not delete messages, images or videos from predators and do not forward any sexually explicit images or videos. Save usernames, screenshots and images or videos as evidence for law enforcement to collect directly from the device.

PTSA Mulch Sale

Your generosity to Lake Braddock last year made a significant difference for our Senior class and we were incredibly grateful for your support. Thanks to your previous donations and purchases we were able to provide the Senior Class with an outstanding, safe and fun All Night Grad Party. We are once again reaching out in need of your support for The Class of 2025! If you have not already had a chance to do so please purchase from our MULCH SALE and/or make a direct donation. Your continued support will enable us again to host this fun and safe night for this years graduating class. We cannot thank you enough! To learn more about ANGP, please click here.

We are selling JK’s Double-Shredded Hardwood Mulch in 3 cubic-foot bags at $5.50 per bag. We offer Free Delivery the weekend of March 15/16, 2025 for orders of 15 bags or more. For orders that are less than 15 bags we ask that you pick up your mulch at the LBSS Parking Lot on Saturday, March 15th, 2025.

We also need lots of volunteers to help with our mulch sale. Please send an email to Sara Sousa if you are able to help.

Questions? Email: Sara Sousa

SR&R and Cell Phone Policy Survey

All FCPS families and middle and high school students have received an invitation to participate in a survey about FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R), cell phone policy, and cell phone storage options. The survey will be available through Monday, February 3. Please take a few moments to share your feedback and help FCPS make informed, inclusive decisions for all of our schools!

MS Yearbooks

There is ice on the streets, but warm your hearts with a purchase of the middle school yearbook!. The Ursa is filled with all the fun memories from your child’s school year. You can order your yearbooks online for $38. Please scan the QR code or visit https://prod.yboc.varsity.com. Use the code 13596 for Middle School.”

For questions, send a message to the yearbook adviser, Kelli Gary, at [email protected].

SGA News

Counselor Appreciation Week is February 3-7. Please fill out this form to give a shoutout to our counselors.

SGA's Love Spirit Week is February 10-14
Monday: We love to be comfy! Wear PJs to school.
Tuesday: Show love for LB! Wear LB spirit wear.
Wednesday: Relationship status! 
  -Single- Wear White
  -Complicated- Wear Pink
  -Taken- Wear Red
Thursday: Anti-Valentines Day! Wear black.
Friday: PS I Love You Day, wear purple!

International Night:  February 25

International Night Flyer

Class of 2025 News

Important Information

Senior Fees
$70 due no later than May 30, 2025. Please see email dated January 8 for payment options.

Senior Family Meeting
February 24 at 7:00 pm

Bridging Bruins
March 3- Application Begins
March 21- Application Ends
April 11- Notification of Acceptance
April 30- Final Approval
May 14- May 29- Internship
May 29- Presentation

PTSA Sponsored Mulch Sale
March 15 & 16

PROM-Falls Church Marriott Fairview Park
May 9

Senior Breakfast
May 30

Graduation
June 4

All Night Grad Party- St James
June 4 at 11pm

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 Spring Sports Tryout Information – High School ONLY

Spring Sports for high school students begin on Monday, February 24th. Students must complete two requirements to pick up a Tryout Card during Distribution Week (February 18-21). To receive a tryout card, students must submit or have a current and valid VHSL Physical Examination form (dated on or after May 1, 2024) on file with Student Activities and complete the online Athletic Registration. Students will not be eligible to tryout without a Tryout Card.

A select number of students with all requirements completed prior to Tryout Card Distribution will receive an email giving them the option to pick up their tryout card during WIN time on Friday 2/14, Wednesday 2/19, or Friday 2/21. All other students will be able to pick up their Tryout Card during all HS lunches in the cafeteria or after school in the Athletic Training Room (G101) of Distribution Week.

Important Dates

February 18-21 - High School Spring Sports Tryout Card Distribution
February 24 - High School Spring Sports Tryouts Begin

Learn more about our Student Activities Program!

lakebraddockbruins.com

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

FCPS News

What Families Can Do to Fight Drug Misuse

FCPS is committed to raising awareness about the opioid epidemic with our educators, parents/caregivers, and students. Together, we can help ensure our students thrive.

What can families do?

• Show you disapprove of underage drinking and other drug misuse. More than 80% of young people ages 10-18 say their parents are the leading influence on their decision whether to drink. 
• Show you care about your child’s health, wellness, and success. 
• Show you are a good source of information about alcohol and other drugs. Find helpful resources on the FCPS Opioid Awareness webpage. 
• Pay attention to your child and discourage risky behaviors. 
• Build your child’s skills and strategies for avoiding drinking and drug use. Talk with your child about what they would do if faced with a decision about alcohol and drugs, such as texting a code word to a family member or practicing how they will say, “No thanks.”

Get more information on opioid awareness.

Application for the 2025 Student Representative to the School Board

The School Board student representative represents the interests of Fairfax County Public Schools students. The student representative is not a member of the School Board but serves in a nonvoting, advisory capacity. Students currently in grades 9, 10, and 11 are eligible to apply. 

Watch this video to learn about the student representative experience from the current representative, Megan Sawant. 

Application Information and Deadlines

To be considered for the election, students are required to provide:

• A written component, which is due Monday, February 24.
• A 30-second candidate video statement, which is due Wednesday, March 26. Candidates will be emailed a link to record their video on Monday, March 17.

Both application components are required to be considered for the election. Read more about the election process.

Virtual Community Boundary Review Meetings

If you have not been able to attend a Community Boundary Review meeting yet, it’s not too late! The following virtual meetings will have the same format and information available as the previous in-person meetings:

• Saturday, January 25, 9:30-11 a.m. 
• Monday, January 27, 6:30-8 p.m. 
• Tuesday, January 28, 6:30-8 p.m. 
• Monday, February 10, 6:30-8 p.m. 

 Click one of the dates above to register and receive your unique Zoom link. Please note that each virtual meeting will be capped at 400 participants to help provide a meaningful experience for all. Language interpretation will be available. Learn about FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review. Sign up for the School Boundary Review newsletter for updates.

No-Cost Mental Health Teletherapy for All High School Students

Is your high schooler experiencing anxiety, behavior changes, or challenges with peer and family relationships? If so, you may refer your child for weekly therapy with a licensed therapist through Hazel Health. Visit the Teletherapy webpage for information on this service. 

FCPS This Week

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

• SOL Score Reports
• Upcoming Budget Presentation
• Science Fair Judges Needed

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

Quick Links

• Bruin Athletics
• Family Resource Center
• FCPS CARES (nominate a LBSS staff member who went above and beyond for your child)
• Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Info
• Parent and Student Technology Support
• Parent Info Telephone Line (9 languages)
• Safety Tipline
• School Lunch/Menu Info

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Principal's Message

Hello families,

As we continue to experience cold weather and snow on the ground, I want to say thank you for your patience and understanding as we navigate the weather. A quick reminder for our students: please be prepared for the cold weather. Temperatures will be frigid next week and we want students to be safe if we are required to be outside for any length of time. We are required to hold monthly fire drills and, while we try to schedule around bad weather, we aren't always able to do so.

January 28 marks the end of the second quarter and the halfway point for this school year. Unlike prior years, it is a full school day with no early release but students will not have school on January 29.

Stay warm and safe,

Lindsey Kearns

In this Issue

What's Happening at Bruin Nation
Upcoming Events

New Information and Important Reminders
Parent Tech Talk
SGA News

High School Information
AP Testing Information

Class of 2025 News

Family Liaison News

Athletics and Activities News
Spring Sports Tryout Information

What's Happening at Bruin Nation

Upcoming Events

January 20:  School Holiday
January 28: End of 2nd Quarter (no early release)
January 29: Teacher Workday (no school for students)
February 14:  High School Pep Rally (2nd/8th periods flipped)
February 25:  International Show 

New Information and Important Reminders

Parent Tech Talk

Over the coming months, we'll be introducing a new segment in our school newsletter: Parent Tech Talk! We believe that understanding the digital world is crucial for both students and parents. These tips will cover a range of topics, from fostering healthy online habits to recognizing potential online dangers. By equipping you with knowledge and strategies, we aim to empower you to guide your teenagers towards a safe and positive digital experience.

We look forward to sharing these valuable insights with you.

AP & DE Virtual Office Hours

On Tuesday, January 21, AP & DE teachers will hold a virtual office hour from 7-8pm This opportunity is available for parents and students to be able to ask questions about classes for next year. If you have any questions about this opportunity, please reach out to Kat Young.

Edison Academy Open House

Edison Academy invites you to attend our in-person Open House event on Saturday, February 1, 2025 from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM (snow date is Saturday, February 8).  We are located at 5801 Franconia Road, Alexandria, VA.  Our entrance is located at Door #13. You will have the opportunity to tour our state-of-the-art facilities, meet our instructors and current students, and learn more about our incredible courses!  Please feel free to contact Cassandra Deedy at (703) 924-8101 or [email protected] if you need any additional information.  Thank you and we’ll look forward to meeting you on February 1st.

SGA News

Paint and Sip for students is on January 22, right after school in Room A212, featuring important conversations, hot cocoa, and fun.

SGA is taking applications for next year. If your child would like to be part of an amazing community of student leaders, encourage them to pick up an application in Room A212. Applications are due by January 24.

Counselor Appreciation Week is February 3-7. Please fill out this form to give a shoutout to our counselors.

SGA's Love Spirit Week is February 10-14. 
Monday: We love to be comfy! Wear PJs to school.
Tuesday: Show love for LB! Wear LB spirit wear.
Wednesday: Relationship status! 
  -Single- Wear White
  -Complicated- Wear Pink
  -Taken- Wear Red
Thursday: Anti-Valentines Day! Wear black.
Friday: PS I Love You Day, wear purple!

Class of 2025 News

Important Information

Senior Fees
$70 due no later than May 30, 2025. Please see email dated January 8 for payment options.

Senior Family Meeting
February 24 at 7:00 pm

Bridging Bruins
March 3- Application Begins
March 21- Application Ends
April 11- Notification of Acceptance
April 30- Final Approval
May 14- May 29- Internship
May 29- Presentation

PTSA Sponsored Mulch Sale
March 15 & 16

PROM-Falls Church Marriott Fairview Park
May 9

Senior Breakfast
May 30

Graduation
June 4

All Night Grad Party- St James
June 4 at 11pm

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 Spring Sports Tryout Information – High School ONLY

Spring Sports for high school students begin on Monday, February 24th. Students must complete two requirements to pick up a Tryout Card during Distribution Week (February 18-21). To receive a tryout card, students must submit or have a current and valid VHSL Physical Examination form (dated on or after May 1, 2024) on file with Student Activities and complete the online Athletic Registration. Students will not be eligible to tryout without a Tryout Card.

A select number of students with all requirements completed prior to Tryout Card Distribution will receive an email giving them the option to pick up their tryout card during WIN time on Friday 2/14, Wednesday 2/19, or Friday 2/21. All other students will be able to pick up their Tryout Card during all HS lunches in the cafeteria or after school in the Athletic Training Room (G101) of Distribution Week.

Important Dates

February 18-21 - High School Spring Sports Tryout Card Distribution
February 24 - High School Spring Sports Tryouts Begin

Learn more about our Student Activities Program!

lakebraddockbruins.com

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

FCPS News

SR&R and Cell Phone Policy Survey Coming Soon

All FCPS families and middle and high school students will be receiving an email invitation on Tuesday, January 21, to participate in a survey about FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R), cell phone policy, and cell phone storage options. The survey will be available from January 21 to February 3. Please take a few moments to share your feedback and help FCPS make informed, inclusive decisions for all of our schools!

Free Webinars and Events for Families

In January, the Family Resource Center (FRC) will host webinars for families on:

• Overcoming School Refusal and Resistance
• Virtual Meeting for Siblings of Children with Special Needs
• FCPS Math Week
• Supporting Your Child’s Executive Functioning Skills
• Depression in Teens
• Understanding Trauma in Your Child/Comprendiedo el Trauma en su Hijo (presented in Spanish)

Sign up for the FRC newsletter or visit their webinar webpage.

Comprehensive Boundary Review Update

The Superintendent’s Boundary Review Advisory Committee held its second meeting on December 16 at Gatehouse Administration Center. View key takeaways from that meeting and access the meeting agenda, slides, and other materials that committee members received.  If you did not get a chance to attend an in-person Community Boundary Review Meeting, please consider participating in a virtual meeting:

• Saturday, January 25, 2025, 9:30-11 a.m. 

• Monday, January 27, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

• Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 
• Monday, February 10, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

Language interpretation will be available. 

All virtual meetings will follow the same format as the in-person meetings that were recently held, and the same information will be shared. Please stay tuned for details on how to register. Visit FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage to learn more. Sign up for FCPS’ School Boundary Review newsletter as well.

No-Cost Mental Health Teletherapy for All High School Students

Is your high schooler experiencing anxiety, behavior changes, or challenges with peer and family relationships? If so, you may refer your child for weekly therapy with a licensed therapist through Hazel Health. Visit the Teletherapy webpage for information on this service. 

FCPS This Week

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

• Dress Children Warmly
• Proposed Construction Projects
• Dual Language Immersion Lottery

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

Quick Links

• Bruin Athletics
• Family Resource Center
• FCPS CARES (nominate a LBSS staff member who went above and beyond for your child)
• Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Info
• Parent and Student Technology Support
• Parent Info Telephone Line (9 languages)
• Safety Tipline
• School Lunch/Menu Info

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Principal's Message

Dear families,

Happy New Year! It was a pleasure welcoming students back to school today. I want to offer a huge thank you to our dedicated custodial staff who worked tirelessly to ensure our campus was safe and accessible for everyone. I was particularly impressed by watching them continue to chip away at the ice on our front walkway in the blustery weather on Thursday. 

With our adjusted schedule this week, our academic advising calendar has been adjusted. Students have been provided this information through Schoology, so encourage your student to check out the announcement from Ms. Polino. 

I encourage you to visit our school website for more information on upcoming school events and opportunities.

Lindsey Kearns

In this Issue

What's Happening at Bruin Nation
International Show
PTSA Mulch Sale

New Information and Important Reminders
School Delays and Closings

High School Information
AP Testing Information

Class of 2025 News
Important Dates
Senior Photos

Family Liaison News

Athletics and Activities News

What's Happening at Bruin Nation

International Show

Save the date for the International Show on February 25, 2025! We will host two shows that evening in the Little Theater. Keep an eye out for updates for ticket sales following winter break. Any student wishing to participate should contact Mr. Britton or Mrs. Markey if they missed the interest meeting this week. 

PTSA Mulch Sale

Order now to support the Seniors All Night Grad Party (ANGP)! The PTSA is offering JK’s Double-Shredded Hardwood Mulch (Brown) in 3 cubic-foot bags at $5.50 per bag

Free Delivery for orders of 15 bags or more and live in LBSS zone. Delivery is Sat. or Sun. March 15-16, 2025

Orders less than 15 bags must be picked up at the LBSS Parking Lot on Saturday, March 15th, 2025

**Last day to order is March 1**

https://lbssptsa.org/online-store/ols/products/mulch

New Information and Important Reminders

Be Among the First to Hear About School Delays/Closings

Watch this video to see how FCPS makes weather closing decisions. 

FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible, including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated.

Be among the first to hear about weather delays and closings! Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE. Emails and text messages are sent to parents and caregivers based on the addresses and cell phone numbers entered on this platform. 

High School Information

AP Testing Information

If your high school student is taking at least one AP course this school year, please make sure you are checking for important AP information found in two places:

• On the LB website: https://lakebraddockss.fcps.edu/advanced-placement
• In Schoology: Make sure your student joins the LBSS AP Student 2024-2025 Group in Schoology by using this Access Code: FK4N-R32H-5ZBTZ Parents/guardians can join the group, too!

Please contact the AP Testing Team below with questions and /or concerns: 

Lynn Carrera:  [email protected]
Deb Brown:  [email protected]
Gary Ranallo:  [email protected]
Maggie Spingler:  [email protected]

Class of 2025 News

Important Dates

All sessions for senior photos at LBSS have been filled. If your senior still needs to have a yearbook photo taken, they should check in with Ms. Poquis in L202.

Other Dates
March 15-16 - PTSA Sponsored Mulch Sale
May 9 - Prom

Graduation:  June 4, 2025 -- 9:30 am

Senior Ads

The yearbook is a memory book for students, and you can make your senior's yearbook a treasure by including a personalized ad. Through www.yearbookordercenter.com, you will upload high resolution images, place the images in an ad template, and write your own message to your senior(s). 

If the content of the photos is inappropriate for a school setting, you will be asked to change your ad. Please be mindful of this with baby photos.

Original artwork and poetry may be submitted. Lyrics, poems, quotes and Biblical references are limited to four lines and must include attribution. We cannot violate copyright law.

The Yearbook Order Center accepts credit cards, echecks and PayPal payments.

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!

lakebraddockbruins.com

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

FCPS News

Phones Down, Engagement Up: FCPS Cell Phone Policy Keeping cell phones off during the school day helps students focus and learn. It also boosts positive social behavior. Review FCPS’ cell phone expectations by grade level with your child and help keep our classrooms free of distractions! If you need to reach your child during the school day, please call our [main office]. 

Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost

FCPS is partnering with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors’ services at no cost, including weekly live online classes; on-demand 24/7 chat tutoring; essay editing; and study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests. Learn more about online tutoring with Varsity Tutors. 

Free Webinars and Events for Families

In January, the Family Resource Center (FRC) will host webinars for families on:

• Overcoming School Refusal and Resistance
• Virtual Meeting for Siblings of Children with Special Needs
• FCPS Math Week
• Supporting Your Child’s Executive Functioning Skills
• Depression in Teens
• Understanding Trauma in Your Child/Comprendiedo el Trauma en su Hijo (presented in Spanish)

Sign up for the FRC newsletter or visit their webinar webpage.

Upcoming Family Academy Events

You are an important part of your child's education! The FCPS Family Academy compiles classes, webinars, workshops, and programs offered by FCPS to help you support your child's needs and learning at home. Browse Family Academy offerings.

Comprehensive Boundary Review Update

The Superintendent’s Boundary Review Advisory Committee held its second meeting on December 16 at Gatehouse Administration Center. View key takeaways from that meeting and access the meeting agenda, slides, and other materials that committee members received.  If you did not get a chance to attend an in-person Community Boundary Review Meeting, please consider participating in a virtual meeting:

• Thursday, January 16, 2025, 1-2:30 p.m. 

• Saturday, January 25, 2025, 9:30-11 a.m. 

• Monday, January 27, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

• Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 
• Monday, February 10, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

Language interpretation will be available. 

All virtual meetings will follow the same format as the in-person meetings that were recently held, and the same information will be shared. Please stay tuned for details on how to register. Visit FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage to learn more. Sign up for FCPS’ School Boundary Review newsletter as well.

No-Cost Mental Health Teletherapy for All High School Students

Is your high schooler experiencing anxiety, behavior changes, or challenges with peer and family relationships? If so, you may refer your child for weekly therapy with a licensed therapist through Hazel Health. Visit the Teletherapy webpage for information on this service. 

FCPS This Week

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

• National Merit Commended Scholars
• Celebrating the Best of 2024 in FCPS
• Cell Phones Off, Learning On

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

Quick Links

• Bruin Athletics
• Family Resource Center
• FCPS CARES (nominate a LBSS staff member who went above and beyond for your child)
• Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Info
• Parent and Student Technology Support
• Parent Info Telephone Line (9 languages)
• Safety Tipline
• School Lunch/Menu Info

9200  Burke Lake Rd.Burke, VA 22015 | Main Office: 703-426-1000
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Principal's Message

Dear families,

As the holiday season approaches, I want to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude for your continued support of Lake Braddock Secondary School. Your partnership is invaluable in creating a positive and nurturing learning environment for our students.

This week, we've been treated to some truly inspiring performances by our talented chorus and guitar students, and the directors for their exceptional guidance and support. Their dedication, hard work, and passion for music have shone brightly. We're so proud of their accomplishments and grateful for the opportunity to share their talents with our community.

I wish you and your families a joyous and peaceful holiday season filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments. May the new year bring you happiness, health, and prosperity.

Lindsey Kearns

In this Issue

What's Happening at Bruin Nation
International Show
PTSA Mulch Sale

New Information and Important Reminders
School Delays and Closings

High School Information
HS Yearbook
AP Testing Information

Middle School Information
MS Yearbook

Class of 2025 News
Important Dates
Senior Photos

Family Liaison News

Athletics and Activities News

Upcoming Events

December 23-January 3 - Winter Break (School Closed)

Spring 2025 Testing Schedule

What's Happening at Bruin Nation

International Show

Save the date for the International Show on February 25, 2025! We will host two shows that evening in the Little Theater. Keep an eye out for updates for ticket sales following winter break. Any student wishing to participate should contact Mr. Britton or Mrs. Markey if they missed the interest meeting this week. 

PTSA Mulch Sale

Order now to support the Seniors All Night Grad Party (ANGP)! The PTSA is offering JK’s Double-Shredded Hardwood Mulch (Brown) in 3 cubic-foot bags at $5.50 per bag

Free Delivery for orders of 15 bags or more and live in LBSS zone. Delivery is Sat. or Sun. March 15-16, 2025

Orders less than 15 bags must be picked up at the LBSS Parking Lot on Saturday, March 15th, 2025

**Last day to order is March 1**

https://lbssptsa.org/online-store/ols/products/mulch

New Information and Important Reminders

Be Among the First to Hear About School Delays/Closings

Watch this video to see how FCPS makes weather closing decisions. 

FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible, including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated.

Be among the first to hear about weather delays and closings! Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE. Emails and text messages are sent to parents and caregivers based on the addresses and cell phone numbers entered on this platform. 

High School Information

High School Yearbooks

Order your 2025 HS Yearbook now. Prices increase in January.

Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com and use code 5061.

2025-26 FAFSA Form Now Available

The 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now available. Any college-bound high school senior — regardless of income — who wants to be considered for federal, state, and school financial aid programs should complete a FAFSA form. 

Parents and caregivers are encouraged to work with their children to complete the FAFSA as early as possible. Check each college’s financial aid office webpage for deadlines and financial aid forms. Then, create an account, if you have not already done so, and fill out the FAFSA.

The Virginia Alternative State Aid (VASA) application will be available in late January for students who are unable to complete the FAFSA. To help determine which aid option is right for you, visit the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia website.

Get Help Filling out FAFSA From College Access Fairfax

Over the next few months, College Access Fairfax will be offering several programs on completing the FAFSA/VASA and finding and applying for scholarships. Get information on these programs and how to access them on the College Access Fairfax website.

In addition, College Access Fairfax staff are available for virtual one-on-one help sessions to complete the FAFSA/VASA. To request an appointment, families should email [email protected].

AP Testing Information

If your high school student is taking at least one AP course this school year, please make sure you are checking for important AP information found in two places:

• On the LB website: https://lakebraddockss.fcps.edu/advanced-placement
• In Schoology: Make sure your student joins the LBSS AP Student 2024-2025 Group in Schoology by using this Access Code: FK4N-R32H-5ZBTZ Parents/guardians can join the group, too!

Please contact the AP Testing Team below with questions and /or concerns: 

Lynn Carrera:  [email protected]
Deb Brown:  [email protected]
Gary Ranallo:  [email protected]
Maggie Spingler:  [email protected]

Middle School Information

TIS THE SEASON…To Order Your Middle School Yearbook!!

…before the price goes up. From now until 12/31, you will pay only $36 for The Ursa middle school yearbook. Order today and capture all the memories of  your middle school student’s 2024-25 school year.

Just scan the QR code or type the URL into your browser: https://prod.yboc.varsity.com  Use the Middle School code 13596.

If you have any questions, please send an email to [email protected]

Class of 2025 News

Important Dates

All sessions for senior photos at LBSS have been filled. If your senior still needs to have a yearbook photo taken, they should check in with Ms. Poquis in L202.

Other Dates
March 15-16 - PTSA Sponsored Mulch Sale
May 9 - Prom

Graduation:  June 4, 2025 -- 9:30 am

Senior Ads

The yearbook is a memory book for students, and you can make your senior's yearbook a treasure by including a personalized ad. Through www.yearbookordercenter.com, you will upload high resolution images, place the images in an ad template, and write your own message to your senior(s). 

If the content of the photos is inappropriate for a school setting, you will be asked to change your ad. Please be mindful of this with baby photos.

Original artwork and poetry may be submitted. Lyrics, poems, quotes and Biblical references are limited to four lines and must include attribution. We cannot violate copyright law.

The Yearbook Order Center accepts credit cards, echecks and PayPal payments.

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!

lakebraddockbruins.com

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

FCPS News

Free Webinars and Events for Families

In January, the Family Resource Center (FRC) will host webinars for families on:

• Overcoming School Refusal and Resistance
• Virtual Meeting for Siblings of Children with Special Needs
• FCPS Math Week
• Supporting Your Child’s Executive Functioning Skills
• Depression in Teens
• Understanding Trauma in Your Child/Comprendiedo el Trauma en su Hijo (presented in Spanish)

Sign up for the FRC newsletter or visit their webinar webpage.

Upcoming Family Academy Events

You are an important part of your child's education! The FCPS Family Academy compiles classes, webinars, workshops, and programs offered by FCPS to help you support your child's needs and learning at home. Browse Family Academy offerings.

Comprehensive Boundary Review Update

The Superintendent’s Boundary Review Advisory Committee held its second meeting on December 16 at Gatehouse Administration Center. View key takeaways from that meeting and access the meeting agenda, slides, and other materials that committee members received.  If you did not get a chance to attend an in-person Community Boundary Review Meeting, please consider participating in a virtual meeting:

• Friday, January 10, 2025, 6-7:30 p.m. 

• Thursday, January 16, 2025, 1-2:30 p.m. 

• Saturday, January 25, 2025, 9:30-11 a.m. 

• Monday, January 27, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

• Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 
• Monday, February 10, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m. 

Language interpretation will be available. 

All virtual meetings will follow the same format as the in-person meetings that were recently held, and the same information will be shared. Please stay tuned for details on how to register. Visit FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage to learn more. Sign up for FCPS’ School Boundary Review newsletter as well.

Winter Special Education and 504 Newsletter

The latest issue of the FCPS Special Education and 504 Newsletter is available online. Topics in this issue include:

• Community Resources for Families of Students with Disabilities
• Save the Date: 2025 Family Summit
• SEL Screener Results
• New Accessibility Resources
• Adapted Physical Education and Recreation Program
• Why Some Students with Disabilities Stay in FCPS Until Age 22
• VR Programs Supports Out-of-State Post Secondary Schools
• Executive Functioning Webinars
• Early Literacy Resources
• ESY and Assessment Webinar
• COVID-19 Compensatory Education: FCPS Service Delivery Options

Subscribe to the Special Education and 504 Newsletter. 

No-Cost Mental Health Teletherapy for All High School Students

Is your high schooler experiencing anxiety, behavior changes, or challenges with peer and family relationships? If so, you may refer your child for weekly therapy with a licensed therapist through Hazel Health. Visit the Teletherapy webpage for information on this service. 

FCPS This Week

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

• Dual Language Immersion Lottery Registration
• Be Among the First to Hear About Closings/Delays
• Fall 2024 Sports Champions

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

Quick Links

• Bruin Athletics
• Family Resource Center
• FCPS CARES (nominate a LBSS staff member who went above and beyond for your child)
• Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Info
• Parent and Student Technology Support
• Parent Info Telephone Line (9 languages)
• Safety Tipline
• School Lunch/Menu Info

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Principal's Message

Next week marks the exciting culmination of 2024 with Winter Spirit Week! Get ready for a fun-filled week of themed days, culminating with a "High School Throwback" Friday where staff will be showcasing their best high school looks. I can't wait to see the creativity!

A heartfelt thank you to our dedicated directors and talented students who have graced us with incredible concerts and theater productions this year. The winter performances were truly inspiring. We are deeply grateful to our booster organizations for their unwavering support of our Performing Arts programs, and we extend our sincere appreciation to all the parents who generously volunteer their time to make these events possible.

As we bid farewell to the fall athletics season, we celebrate the outstanding achievements of our dedicated athletes. Thank you to our exceptional coaches and student-athletes for their hard work and dedication in representing Lake Braddock with pride. We are immensely grateful to our Athletic Boosters for their tireless efforts in supporting our athletic programs throughout the season. Congratulations to all our athletes on a season of success!

Go Bruins!

Lindsey Kearns

In this Issue

What's Happening at Bruin Nation
Children's Holiday Concert and Open House

New Information and Important Reminders
International Show
Boundary Review Committee Meetings

High School Information
FASFA Form Available
HS Yearbook
AP Testing Information

Middle School Information
MS Yearbook

Class of 2025 News
Important Dates
Senior Photos

Family Liaison News

Athletics and Activities News

Upcoming Events

December 10 (7:00 pm) - MS Band Concert
December 12 (7:00 pm) - HS Band Concert
December 23-January 3 - Winter Break (School Closed)

Spring 2025 Testing Schedule

What's Happening at Bruin Nation

International Show

Save the date for the International Show on February 25, 2025! We will host two shows that evening in the Little Theater. Keep an eye out for updates for ticket sales following winter break. Any student wishing to participate should contact Mr. Britton or Mrs. Markey if they missed the interest meeting this week. 

PTSA Mulch Sale

Order now to support the Seniors All Night Grad Party (ANGP)! The PTSA is offering JK’s Double-Shredded Hardwood Mulch (Brown) in 3 cubic-foot bags at $5.50 per bag

Free Delivery for orders of 15 bags or more and live in LBSS zone. Delivery is Sat. or Sun. March 15-16, 2025

Orders less than 15 bags must be picked up at the LBSS Parking Lot on Saturday, March 15th, 2025

**Last day to order is March 1**

https://lbssptsa.org/online-store/ols/products/mulch

The Lake Braddock Band Program invites you to a special Holiday Concert and Open House designed for children and young band students! Join the Bruin Symphonic Band as they play some festive holiday tunes, see the Marching Bruins Halftime Show, and listen to various small instrumental ensembles including the Lake Braddock Jazz Band. Children can explore the "Bandieland" trail through the Music Department wing, collect treats and stickers at the various stops, and learn more about instrumental music program along the way. Treats will end your tour!

New Information and Important Reminders

Community Meetings on the Comprehensive Boundary Review

If you did not get a chance to attend one of the recent community meetings on the Comprehensive Boundary Review, please consider attending the final meeting in this first phase of the boundary review process. The Region 1 meeting will take place Wednesday, December 18, 6:30-8 p.m.,in the Madison High School cafeteria. Register today. If you are unable to participate, stay tuned for details about virtual Community Boundary Review Meetings coming early next year.

View FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage for more information. Sign up for FCPS’ School Boundary Review newsletter as well.

High School Information

2025-26 FAFSA Form Now Available

The 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now available. Any college-bound high school senior — regardless of income — who wants to be considered for federal, state, and school financial aid programs should complete a FAFSA form. 

Parents and caregivers are encouraged to work with their children to complete the FAFSA as early as possible. Check each college’s financial aid office webpage for deadlines and financial aid forms. Then, create an account, if you have not already done so, and fill out the FAFSA.

The Virginia Alternative State Aid (VASA) application will be available in late January for students who are unable to complete the FAFSA. To help determine which aid option is right for you, visit the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia website.

Get Help Filling out FAFSA From College Access Fairfax

Over the next few months, College Access Fairfax will be offering several programs on completing the FAFSA/VASA and finding and applying for scholarships. Get information on these programs and how to access them on the College Access Fairfax website.

In addition, College Access Fairfax staff are available for virtual one-on-one help sessions to complete the FAFSA/VASA. To request an appointment, families should email [email protected].

High School Yearbooks

Order your 2025 HS Yearbook now. Prices increase in January.

Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com and use code 5061.

AP Testing Information

If your high school student is taking at least one AP course this school year, please make sure you are checking for important AP information found in two places:

• On the LB website: https://lakebraddockss.fcps.edu/advanced-placement
• In Schoology: Make sure your student joins the LBSS AP Student 2024-2025 Group in Schoology by using this Access Code: FK4N-R32H-5ZBTZ Parents/guardians can join the group, too!

Please contact the AP Testing Team below with questions and /or concerns: 

Lynn Carrera:  [email protected]
Deb Brown:  [email protected]
Gary Ranallo:  [email protected]
Maggie Spingler:  [email protected]

Middle School Information

TIS THE SEASON…To Order Your Middle School Yearbook!!

…before the price goes up. From now until 12/31, you will pay only $36 for The Ursa middle school yearbook. Order today and capture all the memories of  your middle school student’s 2024-25 school year.

Just scan the QR code or type the URL into your browser: https://prod.yboc.varsity.com  Use the Middle School code 13596.

If you have any questions, please send an email to [email protected]

Class of 2025 News

Important Dates

All sessions for senior photos at LBSS have been filled. If your senior still needs to have a yearbook photo taken, they should check in with Ms. Poquis in L202.

Other Dates
March 15-16 - PTSA Sponsored Mulch Sale
May 9 - Prom

Graduation:  June 4, 2025 -- 9:30 am

Senior Ads

The yearbook is a memory book for students, and you can make your senior's yearbook a treasure by including a personalized ad. Through www.yearbookordercenter.com, you will upload high resolution images, place the images in an ad template, and write your own message to your senior(s). 

If the content of the photos is inappropriate for a school setting, you will be asked to change your ad. Please be mindful of this with baby photos.

Original artwork and poetry may be submitted. Lyrics, poems, quotes and Biblical references are limited to four lines and must include attribution. We cannot violate copyright law.

The Yearbook Order Center accepts credit cards, echecks and PayPal payments.

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!

lakebraddockbruins.com

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

FCPS News

Student and Family Resources

Fairfax County Public Schools has compiled a list of resources for students and families in case they need assistance while schools are closed for winter break. Please visit FCPS’ winter resources webpage for information on academic support, mental health support, and county resources related to food, clothing, housing, and other needs.

School’s Closed, Learning Can Continue! 

FCPS encourages students to take advantage of fun learning opportunities during winter break and snow days. Consider these winter activities to blend education and play for your students during winter break or weather-related school closures. 

Winter Special Education and 504 Newsletter

The latest issue of the FCPS Special Education and 504 Newsletter is available online. Topics in this issue include:

• Community Resources for Families of Students with Disabilities
• Save the Date: 2025 Family Summit
• SEL Screener Results
• New Accessibility Resources
• Adapted Physical Education and Recreation Program
• Why Some Students with Disabilities Stay in FCPS Until Age 22
• VR Programs Supports Out-of-State Post Secondary Schools
• Executive Functioning Webinars
• Early Literacy Resources
• ESY and Assessment Webinar
• COVID-19 Compensatory Education: FCPS Service Delivery Options

Subscribe to the Special Education and 504 Newsletter. 

No-Cost Mental Health Teletherapy for All High School Students

Is your high schooler experiencing anxiety, behavior changes, or challenges with peer and family relationships? If so, you may refer your child for weekly therapy with a licensed therapist through Hazel Health. Visit the Teletherapy webpage for information on this service. 

FCPS This Week

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

• Course Selection for Middle and High School Students
• Join Our Teacher Team!
• Comprehensive Boundary Review Updates

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

Quick Links

• Bruin Athletics
• Family Resource Center
• FCPS CARES (nominate a LBSS staff member who went above and beyond for your child)
• Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Info
• Parent and Student Technology Support
• Parent Info Telephone Line (9 languages)
• Safety Tipline
• School Lunch/Menu Info

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Principal's Message

Football Fever is in the halls this week, as Bruins Football play in the state semifinals tomorrow at 2:00 pm at Madison HS. I am grateful for the support of our players, parents, pep band, cheerleaders, and all who come out in the cold weather to support the team. 

If you missed our Orchestra performances this past week, the students were fabulous! I look forward to our band concerts this coming week on Tuesday and Thursday, and we hope to see you at future events. 

Go Bruins!

Lindsey Kearns

In this Issue

What's Happening at Bruin Nation
Children's Holiday Concert and Open House

New Information and Important Reminders
Spring Testing Schedule
Boundary Review Committee Meetings

High School Information
FASFA Form Available
HS Yearbook
AP Testing Information

Middle School Information
Candid Photos
MS Yearbook

Class of 2025 News
Important Dates
Senior Photos

Family Liaison News

Athletics and Activities News

Upcoming Events

December 8 - Bodhi Day
December 23-January 3 - Winter Break (School Closed)

What's Happening at Bruin Nation

The Lake Braddock Band Program invites you to a special Holiday Concert and Open House designed for children and young band students! Join the Bruin Symphonic Band as they play some festive holiday tunes, see the Marching Bruins Halftime Show, and listen to various small instrumental ensembles including the Lake Braddock Jazz Band. Children can explore the "Bandieland" trail through the Music Department wing, collect treats and stickers at the various stops, and learn more about instrumental music program along the way. Treats will end your tour!

New Information and Important Reminders

Spring 2025 Testing Schedule

We are happy to announce that our Spring 2025 Testing Schedule has been released. You can find the calendar with a bell schedule for major testing days on our testing website under “Spring SOL Testing”.  Please remember that participation in testing is extremely important. Please make every effort to avoid appointments on the scheduled testing days. If this is unavoidable, it is imperative you reach out to your student’s counselor to notify us that your student will be assessing on the makeup day. In addition, please impress the importance of being on time to school on testing days.

Boundary Review Community Meeting

Community meetings regarding FCPS’ comprehensive boundary review will take place in each of the division's six regions. You are encouraged to attend the meeting in our region, which will take place on [your region’s date and location (see above)]. If you are unable to attend on this date, yoview the full list of meetings on the Comprehensive School Boundary Review webpage.

Please register in advance by clicking on the date. Language interpretation will be available. 

• Monday, December 9, 6:30-8 p.m., at Mount Vernon High School (Cafeteria). 
• Thursday, December 12, 6:45-8:15 p.m., at Annandale High School (Cafeteria). 
• Wednesday, December 18, 6:30-8 p.m., at Madison High School (Cafeteria).

High School Information

2025-26 FAFSA Form Now Available

The 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now available. Any college-bound high school senior — regardless of income — who wants to be considered for federal, state, and school financial aid programs should complete a FAFSA form. 

Parents and caregivers are encouraged to work with their children to complete the FAFSA as early as possible. Check each college’s financial aid office webpage for deadlines and financial aid forms. Then, create an account, if you have not already done so, and fill out the FAFSA.

The Virginia Alternative State Aid (VASA) application will be available in late January for students who are unable to complete the FAFSA. To help determine which aid option is right for you, visit the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia website.

Get Help Filling out FAFSA From College Access Fairfax

Over the next few months, College Access Fairfax will be offering several programs on completing the FAFSA/VASA and finding and applying for scholarships. Get information on these programs and how to access them on the College Access Fairfax website.

In addition, College Access Fairfax staff are available for virtual one-on-one help sessions to complete the FAFSA/VASA. To request an appointment, families should email [email protected].

High School Yearbooks

Order your 2025 HS Yearbook now. Prices increase in January.

Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com and use code 5061.

AP Testing Information

If your high school student is taking at least one AP course this school year, please make sure you are checking for important AP information found in two places:

• On the LB website: https://lakebraddockss.fcps.edu/advanced-placement
• In Schoology: Make sure your student joins the LBSS AP Student 2024-2025 Group in Schoology by using this Access Code: FK4N-R32H-5ZBTZ Parents/guardians can join the group, too!

Please contact the AP Testing Team below with questions and /or concerns: 

Lynn Carrera:  [email protected]
Deb Brown:  [email protected]
Gary Ranallo:  [email protected]
Maggie Spingler:  [email protected]

Middle School Information

Candid Photos

Do you have pictures of your child in 7th or 8th grade on your phone? Pictures from summer vacations, summer birthdays or sports events? And what about your pets?

Well The middle school yearbook is looking to put those pictures in the 2025 yearbook. Just scan the QR code or type the url into your browser: www.hjeshare.com.

Upload your candid photos of all those good times. We look forward to seeing them.

If you have any questions, please send an email to [email protected].

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 2025 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! Here is a link: https://prod.yboc.varsity.com/. Be sure to use the code 13596 to place your order for the Middle School yearbook.

Class of 2025 News

Important Dates

Senior Photo Sessions:
December 12 - 7:30 am - 9:30 am -- sign-up information emailed on October 24

Other Dates
March 15-16 - PTSA Sponsored Mulch Sale
May 9 - Prom

Graduation:  June 4, 2025 -- 9:30 am

Senior Ads

The yearbook is a memory book for students, and you can make your senior's yearbook a treasure by including a personalized ad. Through www.yearbookordercenter.com, you will upload high resolution images, place the images in an ad template, and write your own message to your senior(s). 

If the content of the photos is inappropriate for a school setting, you will be asked to change your ad. Please be mindful of this with baby photos.

Original artwork and poetry may be submitted. Lyrics, poems, quotes and Biblical references are limited to four lines and must include attribution. We cannot violate copyright law.

The Yearbook Order Center accepts credit cards, echecks and PayPal payments.

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

High School Fall Sports Awards Ceremony - December 11, 7 PM, Little Theatre

Learn more about our Student Activities Program!

lakebraddockbruins.com

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

FCPS News

Update on Potential Changes to Middle School Start Times

At Tuesday’s School Board work session, staff from Prismatic Services, Inc., presented options for adjusting start times at FCPS middle schools. As a reminder, Prismatic is charged with developing an action plan to help the School Board reach its goal of starting middle school at or after 8 a.m.

The presentation includes five options for adjusting middle school start times based on the consultant’s analysis from community forums, surveys, and interviews with staff, parents, associations, and other groups. The School Board will provide next steps to the superintendent.

Watch a video of the work session. Visit the Middle School Start Times webpage for more information on the project.

No-Cost Mental Health Teletherapy for All High School Students

Is your high schooler experiencing anxiety, behavior changes, or challenges with peer and family relationships? If so, you may refer your child for weekly therapy with a licensed therapist through Hazel Health. Visit the Teletherapy webpage for information on this service. 

Tutoring Resources for Families

Is your family looking for resources to help support your child’s academic success? FCPS’ Family Resource Center (FRC) maintains a list of district employees who hold a valid Virginia teaching credential and who are available to be hired as a tutor by parents. FRC maintains this list, but families are responsible for contacting and working directly with tutors. This list is not “approved” by FCPS and is only meant as a resource.

FCPS also partners with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors' services at no cost, including weekly live online classes, on demand 24/7 chat tutoring, essay editing, study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests.

✨ FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan Goal 3: Academic Growth and Excellence, reminds us of our commitment to supporting each and every student and helping them meet or exceed high academic standards.

FCPS This Week

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

• Family Academy Orientation
• Literacy Resources
• Winter Programs and Activities

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

Quick Links

• Bruin Athletics
• Family Resource Center
• FCPS CARES (nominate a LBSS staff member who went above and beyond for your child)
• Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Info
• Parent and Student Technology Support
• Parent Info Telephone Line (9 languages)
• Safety Tipline
• School Lunch/Menu Info

9200  Burke Lake Rd.Burke, VA 22015 | Main Office: 703-426-1000
Attendance | Web | Instagram | Facebook

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

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Principal's Message

It was great to see so many families at the PTSA meeting this past Monday. I shared updates regarding academic advising for the 25-26 school year and steps we are taking to keep our school safe and welcoming for all. We will continue these conversations and invite you to join us for the December meeting. Keep an eye out for the meeting details.

We will not be sending a newsletter next week due to the shortened schedule. So I'd like to take this opportunity to wish you and your family and wonderful Thanksgiving. We are grateful for the relationship we have with our families.

Go Bruins!

Lindsey Kearns

Schools and offices will be closed November 27-29. Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving! Classes will resume on Monday, December 2. Learn more about the first Thanksgiving. 

In this Issue

What's Happening at Bruin Nation
SGA Canned Food Drive

New Information and Important Reminders
Late Buses
Spring Testing Schedule
Student Feedback Opportunity for Cell Phone Policy
SEL Screener Results
Boundary Review Community Meeting

High School Information
HS Yearbook
AP Testing Information

Middle School Information
Candid Photos
MS Yearbook

Class of 2025 News
Important Dates
Senior Photos

Family Liaison News

Athletics and Activities News

Upcoming Events

Month of November
November 27-29 - Thanksgiving Holiday

What's Happening at Bruin Nation

SGA Canned Food Drive

LAST CALL for cans for the canned food drive.  Please bring all donations no later than Monday morning’s advisory period.  The current leading class collected nearly 70 cans! This drive benefits our hard-working bus drivers.  Thank you, LB community, for your support of this drive. 

New Information and Important Reminders

Late Buses

There will be no late buses next week due to the shortened week for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

Spring 2025 Testing Schedule

We are happy to announce that our Spring 2025 Testing Schedule has been released. You can find the calendar with a bell schedule for major testing days on our testing website under “Spring SOL Testing”.  Please remember that participation in testing is extremely important. Please make every effort to avoid appointments on the scheduled testing days. If this is unavoidable, it is imperative you reach out to your student’s counselor to notify us that your student will be assessing on the makeup day. In addition, please impress the importance of being on time to school on testing days.

Student Feedback Opportunity for FCPS Cell Phone Policy and SR&R

FCPS is working with K12 Insight to host a community forum for families, staff members, and students to provide feedback on the school division’s cell phone policies and practices, and the Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R) document. FCPS is looking for more student participants (grades 3-12) to help ensure diverse perspectives from our community.

The community forum will be held on Tuesday, December 10, 6:30-8 p.m., at the Willow Oaks Administrative Center. If your student is interested in providing feedback, please visit the Cell Phone Policy Forum registration page to learn more. Families must register their child by Monday, November 25.

Social and Emotional Learning Screener Results Coming Soon

One of the ways FCPS supports the mental wellness of all students is through the Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener. In October, students in grades 3-12 took this screener, which gives information about their skills such as achieving goals, handling emotions, building relationships with adults and peers, and making good choices. 

The screener also helps students evaluate their school community’s efforts to make them feel valued, included, and supported. Screener data is used to create learning, experiences, and environments for students to succeed.

In early December, families will be able to view student SEL Screener results in SIS ParentVUE. For families who do not have an active ParentVUE account, results will be sent by mail.

Learn more about the screener on the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage. For help understanding your child’s results or ideas to support them at home, review the Family Guide or contact your child’s school. 

Register for ParentVUE

Learn how to activate your ParentVUE account, so you can easily access your child’s results and other helpful information.

Boundary Review Community Meeting

Community meetings regarding FCPS’ comprehensive boundary review will take place in each of the division's six regions. You are encouraged to attend the meeting in our region, which will take place on [your region’s date and location (see above)]. If you are unable to attend on this date, yoview the full list of meetings on the Comprehensive School Boundary Review webpage.

Please register in advance by clicking on the date. Language interpretation will be available. 

• Monday, December 2, 6:30-8 p.m., at Westfield High School (Cafeteria). 
• Tuesday, December 3, 6:30-8 p.m., at Lake Braddock Secondary School (Cafeteria). 
• Monday, December 9, 6:30-8 p.m., at Mount Vernon High School (Cafeteria). 
• Thursday, December 12, 6:45-8:15 p.m., at Annandale High School (Cafeteria). 
• Wednesday, December 18, 6:30-8 p.m., at Madison High School (Cafeteria).

High School Information

High School Yearbooks

Order your 2025 HS Yearbook now. Prices increase in January.

Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com and use code 5061.

AP Testing Information

If your high school student is taking at least one AP course this school year, please make sure you are checking for important AP information found in two places:

• On the LB website: https://lakebraddockss.fcps.edu/advanced-placement
• In Schoology: Make sure your student joins the LBSS AP Student 2024-2025 Group in Schoology by using this Access Code: FK4N-R32H-5ZBTZ Parents/guardians can join the group, too!

Please contact the AP Testing Team below with questions and /or concerns: 

Lynn Carrera:  [email protected]
Deb Brown:  [email protected]
Gary Ranallo:  [email protected]
Maggie Spingler:  [email protected]

Middle School Information

Candid Photos

Do you have pictures of your child in 7th or 8th grade on your phone? Pictures from summer vacations, summer birthdays or sports events? And what about your pets?

Well The middle school yearbook is looking to put those pictures in the 2025 yearbook. Just scan the QR code or type the url into your browser: www.hjeshare.com.

Upload your candid photos of all those good times. We look forward to seeing them.

If you have any questions, please send an email to [email protected].

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 2025 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! Here is a link: https://prod.yboc.varsity.com/. Be sure to use the code 13596 to place your order for the Middle School yearbook.

Class of 2025 News

Important Dates

Senior Photo Sessions:
December 12 - 7:30 am - 9:30 am -- sign-up information emailed on October 24

Other Dates
March 15-16 - PTSA Sponsored Mulch Sale
May 9 - Prom

Graduation:  June 4, 2025 -- 9:30 am

Senior Ads

The yearbook is a memory book for students, and you can make your senior's yearbook a treasure by including a personalized ad. Through www.yearbookordercenter.com, you will upload high resolution images, place the images in an ad template, and write your own message to your senior(s). 

If the content of the photos is inappropriate for a school setting, you will be asked to change your ad. Please be mindful of this with baby photos.

Original artwork and poetry may be submitted. Lyrics, poems, quotes and Biblical references are limited to four lines and must include attribution. We cannot violate copyright law.

The Yearbook Order Center accepts credit cards, echecks and PayPal payments.

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

Parents and caregivers join us on Wednesday December 4th from 6:30-8:30pm for the Hidden in Plain Sight presentation at Lake Braddock- Lecture Hall (B135). This is a community awareness program designed to enlighten parents through a unique learning experience encompassing insights into trends and indicators of potentially risky behavior.

Interpretation services will be provided (Spanish and Korean)

 

Space is limited, please RSVP using this  Link: https://bit.ly/hipslbss2024

Athletics and Activities News

High School Fall Sports Awards Ceremony - December 11, 7 PM, Little Theatre

Learn more about our Student Activities Program!

lakebraddockbruins.com

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

FCPS News

Tutoring Resources for Families

Is your family looking for resources to help support your child’s academic success? FCPS’ Family Resource Center (FRC) maintains a list of district employees who hold a valid Virginia teaching credential and who are available to be hired as a tutor by parents. FRC maintains this list, but families are responsible for contacting and working directly with tutors. This list is not “approved” by FCPS and is only meant as a resource.

FCPS also partners with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors' services at no cost, including weekly live online classes, on demand 24/7 chat tutoring, essay editing, study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests.

✨ FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan Goal 3: Academic Growth and Excellence, reminds us of our commitment to supporting each and every student and helping them meet or exceed high academic standards.

FCPS This Week

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

• Veterans Day Recognitions
• Resources on IEPs, Financial Aid, Literacy, Community Leadership
• Teacher Hiring Event

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

Quick Links

• Bruin Athletics
• Family Resource Center
• FCPS CARES (nominate a LBSS staff member who went above and beyond for your child)
• Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Info
• Parent and Student Technology Support
• Parent Info Telephone Line (9 languages)
• Safety Tipline
• School Lunch/Menu Info

9200  Burke Lake Rd.Burke, VA 22015 | Main Office: 703-426-1000
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Principal's Message

Next Monday is the monthly general membership meeting for our LBSS PTSA. I will be sharing information about academic advising for the 2025-26 school year and additional updates. Please use this Zoom registration link:  https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJckduqoqTwqGND-sAd17l42CxdXznWs3U4O or please join us at 7:00 pm in room L167 (enter through Door 17). 

If we do not see you at the PTSA meeting, we hope you are finding other opportunities to engage with us during National Family Engagement Month. 

 

Go Bruins!

Lindsey Kearns

Boundary Review Community Meeting

Community meetings regarding FCPS’ comprehensive boundary review will take place in each of the division's six regions. You are encouraged to attend the meeting in our region, which will take place on [your region’s date and location (above)]. 

Please register in advance by clicking on the date. Language interpretation will be available. 

If you are unable to attend on this date, view the full list of meetings on the Comprehensive School Boundary Review webpage. 

November is National Family Engagement Month! This month reminds us that families are children’s first and most important teachers, advocates, and nurturers. Over 40 years of research shows that the most effective way to increase student achievement is for families to be actively involved in the education of their children. The importance of family engagement will be highlighted during the month of November as we celebrate and strengthen family-school partnerships together.    

https://www.fcps.edu/november-family-engagement-month

In this Issue

What's Happening at Bruin Nation
MS Theatre Presents Peter Pan, Jr.
SGA Canned Food Drive
Fall Blood Drive

New Information and Important Reminders
JROTC Program Featured in Magazine
PTSA Reflections

High School Information
HS Yearbook
AP Testing Information

Middle School Information
Candid Photos
Applications for TJ
MS Yearbook

Class of 2025 News
Important Dates
Senior Photos

Family Liaison News

Athletics and Activities News

Upcoming Events

Month of November
November 21 - National Family Engagement Day
November 27-29 - Thanksgiving Holiday

What's Happening at Bruin Nation

MS Theatre Presents Peter Pan, Jr.

Come fly away with us to Neverland November 21-23! Peter Pan, Jr. tickets on sale now! Visit LBTheatre.com or use the QR Code for tickets.

SGA Canned Food Drive

Our canned food drive is going on now! Now through November 21st SGA's canned food drive directly benefits the hard working bus drivers in the FCPS community. Please have your child bring canned/non-perishable goods to their advisory class. The advisory class with the most donations will receive a donut party!

Save the Date for the fall blood drive on November 19. Students must have parent permission regardless of age, donors must be 16 or older. If parents would like to donate at this drive, they must sign in at the front office as a guest and be escorted to the gym for their appointment.  To request an appointment, contact [email protected]

New Information and Important Reminders

JROTC Program Featured in Magazine

Our JROTC program was featured in Northern Virginia Magazine recently. Read all about it here.

PTSA Reflections - Applications are Due Nov. 22

Do you enjoy art, music and dance or have an interest in writing, producing films and taking photos?   Then join us and have fun unleashing your inner artist with PTA Reflections!  Grab your submissions guidelines and entry form today at LBSS Reflections Submission Application.  Applications are due. by Nov 22 to LBSS Reflections.  For inspiration, visit the Reflections virtual art gallery and learn more about prizes and scholarships at pta.org/reflections/awards.

High School Information

High School Yearbooks

Order your 2025 HS Yearbook now. Prices increase in January.

Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com and use code 5061.

AP Testing Information

If your high school student is taking at least one AP course this school year, please make sure you are checking for important AP information found in two places:

• On the LB website: https://lakebraddockss.fcps.edu/advanced-placement
• In Schoology: Make sure your student joins the LBSS AP Student 2024-2025 Group in Schoology by using this Access Code: FK4N-R32H-5ZBTZ Parents/guardians can join the group, too!

Please contact the AP Testing Team below with questions and /or concerns: 

Lynn Carrera:  [email protected]
Deb Brown:  [email protected]
Gary Ranallo:  [email protected]
Maggie Spingler:  [email protected]

Middle School Information

Candid Photos

Do you have pictures of your child in 7th or 8th grade on your phone? Pictures from summer vacations, summer birthdays or sports events? And what about your pets?

Well The middle school yearbook is looking to put those pictures in the 2025 yearbook. Just scan the QR code or type the url into your browser: www.hjeshare.com.

Upload your candid photos of all those good times. We look forward to seeing them.

If you have any questions, please send an email to [email protected].

Applications Open October 21 for Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology

Middle school students who have an aptitude and passion for STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) are encouraged to apply for admission to the Class of 2029 at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST). 

The application will be available on the TJHSST Admissions Office webpage starting Monday, October 21, at 4 p.m. Applications must be started by 4 p.m. Wednesday, November 15, with a deadline to submit the application by Friday, November 15, at 4 p.m. Visit the TJHSST registration page for more 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 2025 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! Here is a link: https://prod.yboc.varsity.com/. Be sure to use the code 13596 to place your order for the Middle School yearbook.

Class of 2025 News

Important Dates

Senior Photo Sessions:
December 12 - 7:30 am - 9:30 am -- sign-up information emailed on October 24

Other Dates
March 15-16 - PTSA Sponsored Mulch Sale
May 9 - Prom

Graduation:  June 4, 2025 -- 9:30 am

Senior Ads

The yearbook is a memory book for students, and you can make your senior's yearbook a treasure by including a personalized ad. Through www.yearbookordercenter.com, you will upload high resolution images, place the images in an ad template, and write your own message to your senior(s). 

If the content of the photos is inappropriate for a school setting, you will be asked to change your ad. Please be mindful of this with baby photos.

Original artwork and poetry may be submitted. Lyrics, poems, quotes and Biblical references are limited to four lines and must include attribution. We cannot violate copyright law.

The Yearbook Order Center accepts credit cards, echecks and PayPal payments.

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

Football Regional Playoff 1st Round
Friday, November 15
7:00 PM at home vs Robinson

NOTE: No Booster Passes will be accepted! Tickets: Adults $7 / Students $5

Purchase tickets online: https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/18675/lake-braddock-secondary-school-athletics

High School Meet the Winter Coaches Night - November 20, 7 PM, Cafeteria

High School Fall Sports Awards Ceremony - December 11, 7 PM, Little Theatre

Learn more about our Student Activities Program!

lakebraddockbruins.com

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

FCPS News

Tutoring Resources for Families

Is your family looking for resources to help support your child’s academic success? FCPS’ Family Resource Center (FRC) maintains a list of district employees who hold a valid Virginia teaching credential and who are available to be hired as a tutor by parents. FRC maintains this list, but families are responsible for contacting and working directly with tutors. This list is not “approved” by FCPS and is only meant as a resource.

FCPS also partners with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors' services at no cost, including weekly live online classes, on demand 24/7 chat tutoring, essay editing, study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests.

✨ FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan Goal 3: Academic Growth and Excellence, reminds us of our commitment to supporting each and every student and helping them meet or exceed high academic standards.

FCPS This Week

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

• Veterans Day Recognitions
• Resources on IEPs, Financial Aid, Literacy, Community Leadership
• Teacher Hiring Event

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

Quick Links

• Bruin Athletics
• Family Resource Center
• FCPS CARES (nominate a LBSS staff member who went above and beyond for your child)
• Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Info
• Parent and Student Technology Support
• Parent Info Telephone Line (9 languages)
• Safety Tipline
• School Lunch/Menu Info

9200  Burke Lake Rd.Burke, VA 22015 | Main Office: 703-426-1000
Attendance | Web | Instagram | Facebook

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

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Principal's Message

Hello Bruin Families and welcome to November and the 2nd quarter of the school year. FCPS has shared a lot of good information this week - please see the FCPS section below.

Tonight is our final home football game for the regular season. We will be recognizing our Senior football players, dancers, cheerleaders, and band members before the game and at halftime. We hope to see you there.

Next week is National School Psychology Week. Lake Braddock is fortunate to have three fantastic school psychologists supporting our students. Thank you to Carleen McKenzie, Brittany Asher, and Walena Haider.

Finally, Monday is a school holiday for Veterans Day. We know that there are many military veterans and families of veterans in this area and we are grateful for your service. Thank you.

Go Bruins!

Lindsey Kearns

November is National Family Engagement Month! This month reminds us that families are children’s first and most important teachers, advocates, and nurturers. Over 40 years of research shows that the most effective way to increase student achievement is for families to be actively involved in the education of their children. The importance of family engagement will be highlighted during the month of November as we celebrate and strengthen family-school partnerships together.    

https://www.fcps.edu/november-family-engagement-month

In this Issue

What's Happening at Bruin Nation
MS Theatre Presents Peter Pan, Jr.
SGA Canned Food Drive
Fall Blood Drive

New Information and Important Reminders
Retake/Makeup Images Online
PTSA Reflections
SIS Grade Book/Report Card Module
Federal Impact Aid Survey
Immunization Clinic

High School Information
HS Yearbook
AP Testing Information

Middle School Information
Candid Photos
Applications for TJ
MS Yearbook

Class of 2025 News
Important Dates
Senior Photos

Family Liaison News

Athletics and Activities News

Upcoming Events

Month of November
November 11 - Veterans Day school holiday
November 11-15 - National School Psychology Week
November 14 - deadline for return of Impact Aid Surveys
November 21 - National Family Engagement Day
November 27-29 - Thanksgiving Holiday

What's Happening at Bruin Nation

MS Theatre Presents Peter Pan, Jr.

Come fly away with us to Neverland November 21-23! Peter Pan, Jr. tickets on sale now! Visit LBTheatre.com or use the QR Code for tickets.

SGA Canned Food Drive

Our canned food drive is going on now! Now through November 21st SGA's canned food drive directly benefits the hard working bus drivers in the FCPS community. Please have your child bring canned/non-perishable goods to their advisory class. The advisory class with the most donations will receive a donut party!

Save the Date for the fall blood drive.  Students must have parent permission regardless of age, donors must be 16 or older. If parents would like to donate at this drive, they must sign in at the front office as a guest and be escorted to the gym for their appointment.  To request an appointment, contact [email protected]

New Information and Important Reminders

Retake/Makeup Images on Online

Retake/Makeup day images are now online. Families will have received a reminder email to view images from Victor O'Neill Studios. If you do not see your email, please check spam folder. If you need help ordering/viewing, please contact Victor O'Neill at [email protected]

PTSA Reflections

Do you enjoy art, music and dance or have an interest in writing, producing films and taking photos?   Then join us and have fun unleashing your inner artist with PTA Reflections!  Grab your submissions guidelines and entry form today at LBSS Reflections Submission Application.  Applications are due. by Nov 22 to LBSS Reflections.  For inspiration, visit the Reflections virtual art gallery and learn more about prizes and scholarships at pta.org/reflections/awards.

SIS Grade Book/Report Card Module

The SIS Grade Book/ Report Card Module will be unavailable from Monday, Oct 28, 2024 at 4:00 pm until Tuesday, Nov 12, 2024 at 6:00 am for grade processing.

Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey

FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. The form is available online in SIS ParentVUE. If you have not already filled out the form online, we will provide paper forms in November. Please be sure to return them by Friday, November 17. 

Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important, because information from this survey resulted in more than $4 million in funding last year from the U.S. Department of Education. These funds are used to support all Fairfax County public schools and centers.

Please watch this video and visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page for more information.  

Need to Register for ParentVUE? 

Learn how to activate your SIS ParentVUE account, so you can easily submit your survey. 

Technical support for using ParentVUE or completing the survey online is available by submitting a Parent Support Request ticket. Select SISParent in the Application dropdown menu and type Federal Impact Aid Survey under Issue Description. Or, call the Parent Technology Help Desk at 833-921-3277 (833-921-FCPS).

Fall Immunization Clinic at Lake Braddock

Lake Braddock Secondary School will host a School Site Immunization Clinic on December 6, 2024, in collaboration with the Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD). Only students enrolled at Lake Braddock Secondary School may participate in the clinic.

The following immunizations will be offered during school hours at the School Immunization Clinic: 

• Meningococcal Conjugate (MenACWY) Vaccine
• Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
• Tetanus, Diphtheria, & Pertussis (Tdap) Vaccine

Find additional information for each vaccine. 

If you would like your child to receive immunizations as part of the School Site Immunization Clinic, you must first provide: 

• Permission via a signed Adolescent Vaccine Clinic Consent Form, which can be found in the Middle and High School Clinics section on this webpage.

• A copy of their immunization records (if available).
• A copy of the front and back of their insurance card (if applicable). Insurance is not required. 

Please bring your signed consent form to our front office by November 18, 2024, in order for your child to participate. If your child is insured, please submit a copy of the front and back of your child’s insurance to our front office as well. You may contact our school’s public health nurse at 703-426-1010 with any immunization questions.  

High School Information

High School Yearbooks

Order your 2025 HS Yearbook now. Prices increase in January.

Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com and use code 5061.

AP Testing Information

If your high school student is taking at least one AP course this school year, please make sure you are checking for important AP information found in two places:

• On the LB website: https://lakebraddockss.fcps.edu/advanced-placement
• In Schoology: Make sure your student joins the LBSS AP Student 2024-2025 Group in Schoology by using this Access Code: FK4N-R32H-5ZBTZ Parents/guardians can join the group, too!

Please contact the AP Testing Team below with questions and /or concerns: 

Lynn Carrera:  [email protected]
Deb Brown:  [email protected]
Gary Ranallo:  [email protected]
Maggie Spingler:  [email protected]

Middle School Information

Candid Photos

Do you have pictures of your child in 7th or 8th grade on your phone? Pictures from summer vacations, summer birthdays or sports events? And what about your pets?

Well The middle school yearbook is looking to put those pictures in the 2025 yearbook. Just scan the QR code or type the url into your browser: www.hjeshare.com.

Upload your candid photos of all those good times. We look forward to seeing them.

If you have any questions, please send an email to [email protected].

Applications Open October 21 for Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology

Middle school students who have an aptitude and passion for STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) are encouraged to apply for admission to the Class of 2029 at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST). 

The application will be available on the TJHSST Admissions Office webpage starting Monday, October 21, at 4 p.m. Applications must be started by 4 p.m. Wednesday, November 15, with a deadline to submit the application by Friday, November 15, at 4 p.m. Visit the TJHSST registration page for more 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 2025 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! Here is a link: https://prod.yboc.varsity.com/. Be sure to use the code 13596 to place your order for the Middle School yearbook.

Class of 2025 News

Important Dates

Senior Photo Sessions:
November 11 - 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
November 12 - 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
December 12 - 7:30 am - 9:30 am -- sign-up information emailed on October 24

Other Dates
March 15-16 - PTSA Sponsored Mulch Sale
May 9 - Prom

Graduation:  June 4, 2025 -- 9:30 am

Senior Ads

The yearbook is a memory book for students, and you can make your senior's yearbook a treasure by including a personalized ad. Through www.yearbookordercenter.com, you will upload high resolution images, place the images in an ad template, and write your own message to your senior(s). 

If the content of the photos is inappropriate for a school setting, you will be asked to change your ad. Please be mindful of this with baby photos.

Original artwork and poetry may be submitted. Lyrics, poems, quotes and Biblical references are limited to four lines and must include attribution. We cannot violate copyright law.

The Yearbook Order Center accepts credit cards, echecks and PayPal payments.

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

High School Winter Try-outs start November 11!

Basketball, Gymnastics, Air Rifle, Swim & Dive, Indoor Track & Field, Wrestling

Registration information: https://lakebraddock-ar.rschooltoday.com/home

Learn more about our Student Activities Program!

lakebraddockbruins.com

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

FCPS News

Boundary Review Community Meetings Start This Month

As a reminder, FCPS has started the process of reviewing school boundaries across the division. This important work will help the district better support student population growth, changes in school capacity, and evolving community needs. Community input is vital to this process. With that in mind, FCPS, in partnership with Thru Consulting, will be hosting a series of community meetings in each of FCPS’ six regions. Participants are encouraged to share their thoughts, ask questions, and learn more about the boundary review process.

Please visit FCPS’ website for meeting dates, locations, and other information. Sign up for the School Boundary Review newsletter for updates.

EP Palooza and Community Resource Fair

Parents/caregivers, school staff, and students over the age of 14 are invited to attend an interactive event celebrating the individualized education program (IEP) process. The IEP Palooza and Community Resource Fair will take place on Saturday, November 16, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., at Jackson Middle School. 

The event is sponsored by Fairfax County Special Education Parent Teacher Association (SEPTA). Activities include simulated IEP meetings, break-out sessions on the various parts of an IEP, and a resource fair to learn more about community supports. Register in advance. 

Services for Hearing-Impaired and Visually-Impaired Students

Students with sensory disabilities require specialized services and support to access instruction that is typically presented visually and auditorily (by means of hearing). FCPS provides educational services to students who are deaf, hearing-impaired, or visually impaired. They are supported in various settings, including at their school or through itinerant specialists who travel to different schools to work with students, rather than being based in a single school. Learn more about Services for Students Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing and Services for Students Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired.

Visit the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) website for Resources for Serving Students with Sensory Disabilities.

Tutoring Resources for Families

Is your family looking for resources to help support your child’s academic success? FCPS’ Family Resource Center (FRC) maintains a list of district employees who hold a valid Virginia teaching credential and who are available to be hired as a tutor by parents. FRC maintains this list, but families are responsible for contacting and working directly with tutors. This list is not “approved” by FCPS and is only meant as a resource.

FCPS also partners with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors' services at no cost, including weekly live online classes, on demand 24/7 chat tutoring, essay editing, study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests.

✨ FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan Goal 3: Academic Growth and Excellence, reminds us of our commitment to supporting each and every student and helping them meet or exceed high academic standards.

FCPS This Week

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

• Fall Testing Results
• Boundary Review Community Meetings
• Resources for Families

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

Quick Links

• Bruin Athletics
• Family Resource Center
• FCPS CARES (nominate a LBSS staff member who went above and beyond for your child)
• Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Info
• Parent and Student Technology Support
• Parent Info Telephone Line (9 languages)
• Safety Tipline
• School Lunch/Menu Info

9200  Burke Lake Rd.Burke, VA 22015 | Main Office: 703-426-1000
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