 Calendar of Upcoming Events
August
26 First Day of School
30 Holiday - No School
September
18 TJ Fall Presentation 9:10 - Auditorium & Lecture Hall
October
14 Columbus Day - Student Holiday
November
1 First Grading Period Ends
7 & 8 Fall Pictures -7th Grade: Nov. 7th, 8th Grade: November 8
8 Student of the Quarter
22 Honor Roll Celebration (student only)
Stay up to date with all that is happening at Sandburg MS. https://sandburgms.fcps.edu/
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First Day Packet
A packet of information will be given to students to take home on the first day of school.
Schedule
You will be able to see your child’s schedule in your parent SIS account on August 22 at 6AM. On the first day of school, your child will be directed to their first period class where they will receive a schedule. Students’ first period classes will be posted in various locations throughout the school.
Intervention Classes
Based on a review of your child’s academic progress and test scores in Math and English, he/she may be enrolled in a support course for the 2019-2020 school year. Our intervention classes support the core curriculum and provide additional time for your child to gain the necessary skills for success in mathematics and English as he/she transitions through middle school and into high school. In addition, each course supports the VA End-of-Course SOLs, incorporates strategies for successful test taking and problem solving, and builds confidence in your child’s ability.
Bus information
FCPS Department of Transportation will be sending out a second KIT message with route information to students and families the week before school begins. The message will be sent out the evening of the 22nd or 23rd. Families may also check information for their students starting Aug. 19th , using their FCPS 24-7 Learning: Parent View account. Also of note, families can update their contact information using their SIS Parent Account. For inquiries, please contact Area 1 Transportation 703-446-2150
Kiss and Ride
Please follow the signs and the directions of staff members for efficient movement in the kiss and ride loop. We expect a few delays, during the first few days.
Walkers and Bike Riders
Walkers and Bike Riders can access the building through doors 1, 2, 3 beginning at 7 a.m. Bikes should be secured on the bike racks at entrances 3, 4, 5 and 6 which are designated areas.
Early drop off
Please do not drop off students before 7 a.m. Students are expected in class for the pledge of allegiance and morning announcements by 7:25. The final late bell is 7:30.
OPT-Out Information
Any parent or guardian who objects to his or her child's participation in any or all of the following activities should complete the appropriate form(s).
1. Objection to Release of Directory Information to the Public
2. School Counseling Opt-Out Form
3. Objection to Release of Information for Commercial purposes
Copies of the forms may be picked up at the school, or downloaded from this site: https://www.fcps.edu/registration/opt-out-forms
We are grateful for your partnership and look forward to an outstanding start to the school year!
CSMS Administrative Team
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FAC students competed in California in July, earning bronze medals in the Parliamentary Procedure STAR Event! |
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Congratulations to our Focus on Children team for earning silver medals for their Kids in the Kitchen project |
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Young Scholars: EZ-Robot! Students are building their robots and will code them next class. |
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Young Scholars work in cooperative groups to brainstorm "need to knows" for the robotics design challenge |
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Young Scholars work in cooperative teams during the canister rocket design challenge! |
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Team work makes the dream work! Young Scolars building bridges to make connections |
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Mr. Barker introducing himself to Jump Start participants. |
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Joining the Math Department - Michele Shelton, who started as a kindergarten teacher but decided she prefers 7th and 9th graders, still the babies of the school but you can actually talk to them! She plays soccer, volleyball, and flute, and coach numerous sports. She just moved from Tinker AFB, OKC, OK. Ms. Shelton has 2 sons and a daughter in law, 2 dogs and cat.
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Ms. Mosko, Math Teacher, who came to Sandburg MS early January of this year will return. She has lived in the DC area for six years now. Ms. Mosko along with her husband has lived in Hawaii, Japan and England. They have 2 children; a rising 9th and 7th graders. A few hobbies include martial arts, mountain biking, gardening and reading. |
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Welcome Ms. Clark, new FAC teacher.
She is very happy to be a part of Sandburg Middle School! She loves creating new recipes while cooking, reading mystery novels, exploring beach towns with my husband. She recently spent time in Wilmington, NC this summer. Ms. Clark is interested in home design and creating new spaces. Mostly, she is passionate about her two dogs, Griffin and Honey. She looks forward to her 8th year of teaching and my first year with Sandburg Middle School.
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The Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology admissions application will be available by way of the Thomas Jefferson website on Monday, September 2nd. The deadline for having the applications submitted will be Friday, September 27th. Test date: Saturday, November 9, 2019; (inclement weather date will be Nov 16).
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The PTA partnered with the admin team to host a welcome-back breakfast for teachers and staff on Monday, August 19. |
JOIN THE SANDBURG PTA!
The PTA is an active organization that sponsors several activities and events throughout the school year for the benefit of our students, teachers and staff here at CSMS. Joining the PTA provides instant financial support for our students and is a great way to stay informed about what’s happening at Carl Sandburg Middle School.
Over $24,000 was raised from PTA membership, donations and fundraising events last year. Those funds were used to support teacher appreciation activities, lighting for the auditorium, technology for the library, clubs, cafeteria needs and education department requests. Help us exceed that amount this year by joining the Carl Sandburg Middle School PTA!
To join the PTA go to http://carlsandburgpta.ch2v.com/content.asp?PageID=0 and select the membership level that best suits you. There is also an option to make a tax-deductible donation, and 100% of all donations go directly to the school!
Email questions to PTA Membership Chair Rachel Meadows at rachelcmeadows@gmail.com.
PTA information, including details about fundraisers, teacher appreciation and membership can be found on our website at this link: http://carlsandburgpta.ch2v.com. We also post regularly to social media, so follow Carl Sandburg Middle School PTA on both Facebook and Twitter.
2019-2020 CSMS PTA Board
President: Karin Dushaw Vice President Programming: Brooks McElwain Vice President Fundraising: Lisa Walsh & Wendy Joachim Vice President Volunteer Coordinator: Laura Colligan Vice President Teacher Appreciation: Kristen Hardy Recording Secretary: Rachel Temple Corresponding Secretary: Deb Sanchez Treasurer: Mandi Kernan
Mark your calendars for these upcoming events!
1st PTA Meeting: September 18 at 7 pm (regular meetings will be held on the third Wednesday of the month at 7 pm in the cafeteria)
Back To School Night: September 25 from 6pm-8 pm
Any questions, feel free to contact Karin Dushaw at kdushaw46@gmail.com
CALLING ALL WEST POTOMAC WOLVERINE FANS!
The Wolverine Athletic Boosters Club (WABC) offers family and student membership options that provide entry to all home events. Please considering supporting the West Potomac athletic teams by purchasing a pass today!
https://www.supportwestpotomac.com/membership.html
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