 Dear Stone Parents and Guardians,
We had a busy week at Stone and I would like to thank each of you for your patience and support as we navigated through the winter weather. The Principal’s Honor Roll Reception was well attended, and we were thrilled to celebrate with our students who earned all “A’s” second quarter. We had 158 students and their parents in attendance.
We are really proud of our orchestra students under the direction of Ms. Molly Sgrecci, who performed their pre-assessment pieces for the community on Thursday. They did a great job and we wish them much success during their District Orchestra Assessment next week.
Thank you for attending our PTSA McTeacher’s Night at McDonald’s in Centreville off Route 28. We truly appreciate your support!
Special recognition to Ms. Ruby Brown, Algebra and Pre-Algebra teacher who was selected as the Westfield Pyramid Outstanding New Teacher of the year. Congratulations to Mrs. Sandy Roger, one of our Special Education teachers who was selected as the Westfield Pyramid Outstanding Teacher of the year. We are so proud of all of our teachers and the work they do with our students.
Do you know a Stone Middle School staff member who does ordinary things in an extraordinary way or goes beyond what is expected? If so, then click here to share with everyone. We would love to hear from you.
Thanks for your continued support!
Amielia Mitchell
Principal
WESTFIELD HIGH SCHOOL MULCH SALE
Place your order TODAY for the Westfield High School Mulch Sale! Each year they quickly sell out of the high-quality, double shredded mulch, and especially their spreading services. If you order early, you’ll be assured that they’ll deliver your mulch right to your driveway* for only $5 per bag. Spreading services are also available for only $2.50 per bag but in limited numbers as well.
Go right now to place your order online. If you do not wish to order online, please download and mail in an order form. (Visit http://ptsa.westfieldhs.org/parents/mulch-event/mulch-order-form.html )
Don’t wait! Order today!
• High-quality, double shredded mulch is only $5 per bag
• $2.60 of that amount is tax-deductible
• Minimum order for delivery is 15 bags
• Delivery limited to the WHS boundary area only
• Mulch Delivery to front of driveway
Thank you for your support! Westfield High School Mulch Committee and if you have Questions? Please contact us.
ATTENDANCE UPDATES
As we are halfway into our school year, we would like to remind parents of some important information about how absences impact student achievement. Following FCPS requirements and the Westfield Pyramid protocol, if your child accrues more than 5 full-day absences, you will be mailed letters home for notification. Please review the following information and contact us with any questions.
https://www.fcps.edu/sites/default/files/media/forms/HealthFlyerforParents.pdf
8TH GRADE WRITING SOL DATES
All 8th grade students will be taking the Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) Grade 8 Writing Test on March 5th and March 7th. It is important that your child attend school on these days. If possible, please avoid scheduling trips or appointments that would take your child out of school during this time period.
FINANCIAL AWARENESS PROGRAM FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL PARENTS
College Access Fairfax is a non-profit organization that works with the Fairfax County Public Schools system and its families on understanding the financial aid process for post-secondary education. For the past five years, this organization has presented a Financial Awareness Program for Middle School Parents at various FCPS middle schools. More information can be found here.
• Thursday, March 28, 7:00 PM, Herndon Middle School Auditorium
• Thursday, April 4, 7:00 PM, Key Middle School Lecture Halls 1 & 2
• Monday, April 8, 7:00 PM, South County Middle School Lecture Hall
• Wednesday, April 10, 7:00 PM, Jackson Middle School Auditorium
• Wednesday, April 24, 7:00 PM, Lanier Middle School Auditorium
• Thursday, April 25, 7:00 PM, Whitman Middle School
WHS COMMUNITY: SUPPORTING KIDS IN A DIGITAL WORLD
Please mark your calendars for a special event being planned for the Westfield community: Supporting Kids in a Digital World. For kids, digital life is real life. It's where they build friendships, take a stand on issues, and do so much more. Come learn how we can work together to help students navigate this digital world.
Date: Tuesday, March 26, 2019
Time: 6:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
Where: Westfield High School
The evening will offer a wealth of information for parents through an engaging format. We’ll begin with a large-group presentation (including a student panel) and then breakout into a series of sessions aimed at building understanding around issues facing our kids (and parents) right now. Ultimately, we hope to highlight the importance of taking a shared responsibility in helping our kids learn how to behave safely, ethically, and responsibly online.
This event is being organized by Westfield pyramid instructional technology leaders, with support from other experts in FCPS. Representatives from the Fairfax County Police will also be present to offer insight and support from their roles in our community. We hope you can join us for this unique and important event!
Childcare will be provided for students under 10 years old (must be potty-trained). Students who are 10 or older are invited to attend with their parents/guardians
EMERGENCY SCHOOL CLOSING
Keep in mind, the decision to close school is not a local school decision. It is made with much care and consideration from the Superintendent’s office. Please check the Fairfax County Public Schools page at www.fcps.edu and other media outlets to find out when or if school will be closed.
CALENDAR UPDATE
March 1st – Orchestra Assessment
March 5th and 7th – Writing SOL Test
March 11th – 3 hour Early Release Day
March 14th – Shamrock Dance
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