Upcoming Events:
March 19 - 23 - Spirit Week
March 20 - Spring Dance - 2:30 - 4:30
March 20 - Band Pyramid Concert 7pm
March 20 - PTA Meeting 7pm
March 26 - 30 - Spring Break
April 2 - School Planning Day/Student Holiday
Sandburg Families,
Over the past few weeks, I have been meeting with groups of
students and staff members to gather feedback about the school year. I really
enjoy chatting and understanding multiple perspectives, as we work to provide
great experiences for our students. I truly believe that we are fortifying a
great foundation for outstanding work at Sandburg, while focusing on high
quality instruction and a positive school culture. There are so many great
things to celebrate about our school. I am reminded of them each day,
interacting with staff, students, and families.
We have been welcoming 6th graders from some of
our feeder schools, preparing for their transition to Sandburg MS. It was great
to visit with them, see their smiling faces, and capture their anticipation and
excitement. In just one week, our students and staff will enjoy a well-deserved
Spring Break. Please take the time to enjoy some rest and relaxation. I hope
our students will take advantage of the time to recharge and refocus for the
remaining months of school. We are poised to have a great Panther Pride Spirit
Week, beginning March 19th.
A special note of thanks to our PTA, for hosting our Blue
vs. Silver student basketball game. It was an awesome community event. I am
grateful for their ongoing support and commitment to Sandburg. I am sharing a
link with pictures from the event:
http://www.smjonesphotography.com/sandburgbb
Just click the link above and enter the password:
students
If your kids participated in the event,
please feel free to download a photo or two. I want to extend my gratitude to
our supportive families for trusting us with your children each and every day. Let’s
continue to collaborate and strengthen our home-school connection.
Have a pleasant weekend.
Darwin Barker
Principal
#PantherPride
VIP Camp
Parents/Guardians,
What is your middle school child doing this summer? Like
you, we believe your child is a very important person and deserves a summer
experience that is safe and full of fitness, friends, fun and enrichment.
FCPS and Fairfax County Department of Neighborhood and Community Services (NCS)
have teamed up to offer a camp for rising 7th and 8th graders in the Sandburg,
Whitman, Twain, Key and Hayfield area. Campers will have a great time
playing sports, games, doing arts and crafts and exploring concepts in science
and technology. Field trips to local water parks and amusement parks also give
campers exciting experiences to look forward to with their new camp
friends. The staff is led by school-based After School Program Specialists
and trained NCS staff.
There is a $50 VIP Camp Supply Fee that will be collected from all camp participants. Campers must also pay for admittance on field trips. Registration will be announced by website on March 19, 2018. With limited spaces available, it’s important to submit your registration as soon as possible.
Camp Details:
Dates: July 2, 2018 - August 2, 2018
Times: 8:00 am-4:00 pm
Location: Mark Twain Middle School
Registration Begins: Monday, March 19, 2018.
If you have questions and/or concerns please contact Jamaal L. Carter
jlcarter3@fcps.edu
Great things are happening at Sandburg MS #PantherPride
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Heather Jones with Senator Tim Kaine at the Association for Career and Technical Education's US Senate Caucus reception. Heather and the students of Carl Sandburg Middle School FCCLA were the only middle school to present at this national event. Kudos to Heather for her leadership, dedication, and exceptional instruction. |
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Mrs. Foreman-St. Louis does an excellent job modeling and supporting students during the archery unit! Check out her extended learning target! |
Blue vs Silver Basketball teams. Congratulations Silver Team!
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Mr. Tyborowski's students participate in a mock trail and are fully engaged in the exercise! |
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Students in Ms. Fulghum's and Mr. Ertekin's classroom have been bending light with a laser pointer! |
PTA News |
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Top It
Off Fundraiser: Thursday,
March 15 to Sunday, March 19
Spring has sprung and we are celebrating with Top It Off with
a four day fundraiser. Kick off the fundraiser in store with wine and
cheese from 6:00 – 8:00 PM on
Thursday, March 15. Please mention that you are supporting Sandburg PTA
at the time of purchase. Happy shopping all four days! (Top It Off
is located in the Hollin Hall Shopping Center on Ft. Hunt Road next to
RiteAid).
Next PTA Meeting: Tuesday, March 20 at 7:00 PM
Please join us as the current PTA Board shares details about
upcoming events and programs. Members of the Board will also share a bit
about their specific roles within the PTA. The PTA is always looking for
more parents and teacher to become involved – come and learn where your time,
talents and skills will fit.
Pollo Campero Restaurant Night: Wednesday,
March 21 from 4:00 – 9:00 PM
Pollo Campero will donate 20% of the sales that evening to
the PTA. You’ll need to show the flyer (hard copy or electronic is
fine). Pollo Campero is located at 7705 Richmond Highway. http://carlsandburgpta.ch2v.com/content.asp?PageID=7.
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