Principal's Message
Dear Hughes Parents, Guardians, and Students
Greetings from Langston Hughes Middle School. On behalf of all of the teachers and staff, I wish you good health and much peace in the midst of very disorienting times. We have always been and will continue to be a school that you can rely on to help you and your student thrive. Please reach out to teachers, staff or me directly if we can be of any assistance to you.
You have heard by now from the Superintendent that there is a plan in place to begin distance learning with packets that will arrive to your home next week and with online work after Spring Break. You and your student will hear more about that when the schedule is finalized. Your student can access online learning from any device in the house that is connected to WiFi.
We miss the community walking through our hallways and hills; we miss the sounds of students engaged in classes; we miss the afterschool time that allowed us to enjoy downtime together in recreational activities. There is a joy in the work that will be missed. And we look at this next iteration as one that will let us find new ways to engage children in their development as learners and young adults. There is no blueprint for this next chapter, but what I know about the Reston Community is that they are resilient, they love their schools, and they know that we go further together than going alone. I look forward to continuing to serve this community as we move forward into the days and weeks to come.
Be well; take care of yourself and your loved ones
Sincerely,
Aimée Monticchio
Principal
Updates to a few frequently asked about topics
Food & Community Resources
If you find that you need assistance please see the list of food and community resources at https://www.fcps.edu/news/coronavirus-update-food-resources . There area variety of sites throughout Reston and Herndon. The food distribution sites allow students to get a free breakfast and lunch. Adults can purchase for $2. Students must be present.
Instruction
I know many of you are anxious about grades and what distance learning expectations will be moving forward. While I don’t know those answers yet, I and other principals have been on numerous calls about access, grading, what technology software is approved, how to provide virtual teacher training, debate over live lessons verses recorded lessons and much more. I do know that county leaders are working to align the FCPS plans that were in motion prior to yesterday’s announcement from the Governor to close schools with updated guidance from VDOE. Stay tuned….
Mental Wealth Resources
If you or someone you know needs mental health support the FCPS Covid 10 site https://www.fcps.edu/news/coronavirus-update has been updated with added Mental Health resources. I have already heard of people feeling isolated. An old fashion phone call or Facetime call might go a long way to help people feel connected.
Common Questions
I paid for something that would have taken place this spring, can I get a refund?
The county is working on how to process refunds and what can be done centrally to alleviate a tedious process needing to be done at each school. Thank you for your patience as this gets worked through.
Can I get something I forgot at school?
At this point FCPS is not allowing schools to open for students to come in to retrieve items. I am hopeful that we will have a process soon that will allow for the retrieval of essential items only (glasses, laptops, chargers, medication).
Stay healthy and well 😊 We miss you!
Ms. Shook
Hey Kiddos,
I absolutely miss you and wish we could continue our journey face-to-face. Although, we are proceeding in a non-traditional way, I plan on staying in touch with you all in any way that I can. You mean so much to me and are the reason that I became an educator. I have watched you push yourselves academically, mentally, and emotionally. We have shared good times and bad times (rhetorical essay, lol) and you will be forever in my heart.
ShaRhonda Cleckley, MBA, M.Ed.
Langston Hughes Middle School
English 8 CLT Lead
Stay positive and get out and exercise
Kristina Burke
I hope everyone is doing well and staying safe. I miss you all so much and so sad I will not be able to see you in person for the rest of the school year. With everything that is going on, I want you all to know that you have my continued support throughout all this and please reach out to me if you have any questions or concerns of any kind. I look forward to reconnecting with all of you over the next week. Even though I won’t be seeing you in person, we are going to have a productive rest of the school year. Keep safe for now!
Ms. Cook
Hi guys! I hope that you and your family are safe and healthy. I miss your energy and the funny moments we’ve had. Even if we are not able to finish the year in person, we are still a class and can connect in other ways. Keep up with your studies but also have time to enjoy yourself. Keep emailing me! Love, Mrs. Negron
Science is everywhere! Get outside and enjoy the Beautiful Science of Reston all around you!
Mr. P
Dear Students,
I miss you so much! I think about you every day. I know this can be a scary time, but know that your teachers and families love you. 💗 I can't wait to see you again. We will be in touch soon with some fun activities to keep your minds and bodies active!
Love,
Ms. Clay
I miss you all! Please keep checking google classroom and email me if you have any questions or concerns! Talk to you all soon! -Mrs. Martin
"To my amazing students: I already miss you and your laughter! Can't wait to see your faces soon, even from a distance. Let's hope the technology is easier to use than my dvd player. (Yes, yes, I know...it's just me.) Post silly things on Google Classroom (but don't use comma splices). I love hearing about how you are doing! --Mrs. Burks"
Hello Students!
I hope everyone is well. I miss every one of you very much and can’t wait to “see” all of you when we begin our on-line class in a few weeks. Stay safe and healthy!
For my ESOL students: ¡Hola estudiantes!
Espero que todos estén bien. Los extraño mucho a todos y no puedo esperar para "verlos" cuando comencemos nuestra clase en línea en unas pocas semanas. ¡Mantente seguro y saludable!
Thanks!
MinJung Jung
“ Guys, in these difficult times for humanity we must join forces so that this crisis ends as soon as possible. We will connect soon to continue learning Spanish and end this year in the best possible way. Please review the gradebook and turn in the work you have not turned in yet for this quarter. Feel free to write to me if you have questions.
Take good care of yourselves and take care of your families.
Sra. Ayala”
¡Los extraño a todos! I've loved reading your replies to the google form I sent out- keep them coming 😊. This was all very abrupt and at first made me sad but I can't wait until April 14th when we get to start learning Spanish together again! To all my 8th graders: please come back and visit next year. Os deseo lo mejor. Never forget to sé amable!
Con mucho cariño,
Sra. Dary
Hi guys! I hope that you and your family are safe and healthy. I miss your energy and the funny moments we’ve had. Even if we are not able to finish the year in person, we are still a class and can connect in other ways. Keep up with your studies but also have time to enjoy yourself. Keep emailing me! Love, Mrs. Negron
Hi Everyone,
I really miss seeing you all at school. Hope you're staying healthy and active and finding the positive in this time of uncertainty.
Hope to hear from you and talk to you soon!
Mrs. Vitale
Mr. Davis - “What is always on its way but never arrives?
See answer at end of this letter. Bonus, those of you who took or are taking my course know who I am.”
“Answer: Tomorrow”
Hi everyone! I hope all of you are doing well and that you and your families are staying safe and healthy! Try to enjoy the extra down-time, go for long walks and stay connected with your friends through FaceTime. We miss all of you very much!!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Bach
7th graders -- I am so grateful for the connections that were made this year and I am so excited to see you all return as 8th graders. Please please please reach out to me via email if you need support with anything! We miss you all so much. Stay connected, follow me on Instagram @Ms.Batkins_LHMS
I just want my babies to know how much I miss and love them. I wish we were back at school. Life isn’t the same without you!
Love,
8th grade Ms. Wytt
Students that I may teach and those that I do not, I miss seeing your faces everyday and rushing you to class. I hope you all are staying safe, remaining indoors and listening to your parents and guardians. I think of you daily and I can’t wait to connect again. I love you! – Ms. Jackson
I never thought I would miss the sounds of students playing “Africa”, “Careless Whisper”, “Take on Me” on the marimba and sounds from the drum set in the background as much as I do right now. Life is boring without music and my students and I’m missing you all more than ever! – Ms. Bergman
Hi Scholars and Scholars-in-Training (:-)),
Hope you are all being safe. Remember to keep reading out there because the more you read, the more you know. Miss you all and wishing you the best. #playin’games #7thgraderocks #schloars Ms. Echols
Hughes Students! I miss your enthusiasm for PE! These last few months of school will be interesting, but I am here to help you in any way you need it. Be safe!
Cheers,
Jeff Fanale
Bonjour à tous,
Hope you and your family members are doing well. I really miss you all. Take care of yourselves, do relaxing but productive activities, and follow the safety recommendations. You will hear from me soon.
Tous, vous me manquez et je vous aime tous.
Mr. Koffi
Hi to all my “kids.” My days are way TOO QUIET without you! Please stay safe and healthy. I would love to “hear” from you on our Google classroom. Great big virtual hug! Love, Ms. Negri
I’m here to help! Please feel free to email me if you have academics, social-emotional, and/or personal concerns.
I miss you and stay safe!!!
Mrs. DeGraffenried
“Hello Students. I hope you are all well and staying safe. I miss seeing you all in the classroom. I hope you make the most of your time and explore and learn every day. Be well and believe in yourselves -Regards, Mr. Walters Science 8”
I miss you seeing all of you every day. Your never-ending energy and interest in our world makes for a great day in class. I want each of you to keep watching CNN10, reading the news, and emailing me with pressing questions. Try to stay busy, read at least 3 good books, and check Google Classroom daily!
Love you all – Mrs. Boger
Dear Langston students, I miss you! I hope you and your families are healthy and safe.
I miss seeing all of you in the Hall of Nations first thing in the morning and saying, “Today is a blue day! We are walking and talking to 1st period and we are away for the day!” I miss working with you and sharing book talks with you! Please send me an email! jslawrence@fcps.edu. If you had me last year, you remember the proper way to do it! I promise I will read all of them and write back immediately! 😊 Mrs. Lawrence
Dear Students,
I would have never predicted this outcome. I am so sad that I will not be able to see you in person again. I need you all to know that you are loved and cared for and have infinite value. We are all on a new journey when it comes to this class. We need one another and need to help each other in order to grow. I want to you know that you can reach out to me via email or even google classroom whenever. I am here for you. It is literally my life’s work to help you grow.
Although you guys can sometimes drive me crazy you always kept me on my toes. I miss each of you. I really do hope you reach out to me even just to chat. We may be distanced from one another, but we are not alone.
Love, Ms. Spicer
I hope you are all doing well and keeping busy. I miss you all.
Take Care
Mrs. Juergens
Hello Panthers!
We miss you! Stay safe and healthy with a good book!
Hughes Librarians
Hello to my 7th Grade Science Students.
I miss you, my students! Life is very boring without you! Ms. Dunn
Miss all your beautiful faces! We are positive panther/ AVID strong! Ms. Kelley
Hi students!
I miss seeing your enthusiastic sweet faces in my History classes! I hope you are all doing well and staying safe. I look forward to our on-line learning starting up soon.
Mrs. Handerahan
Hello students! I can’t believe it’s been more than 2 weeks since we’ve been together! I hope you all have been staying safe and healthy. I miss seeing ALL of you every day. I can’t wait to reconnect soon and begin our dive into WWll.
Mrs. Nelson
With all this "yuck" that's going around it's good to know that you're safe, that you're with your parents and that you're well. I hope that you are still taking this time to be creative and to have fun.
Belinda
“I’m hearing the city awakening in my dreams. And I’m practicing my village dance with integrity. I don’t miss the pineapple song, but I do miss all of you!” -Mrs. Dausen
Distance learning means I finally get to meet all your pets! Let the fun begin! Love, Mrs. Thomas
Please email Mrs. Thomas and tell her that she is not feeding us enough sunflower seeds. Love, Moofie and Mario (Mrs. Thomas's hamsters)
I am waiting and hoping and wishing for the time when we can be together again! I miss you all!
Keep reading until….Shernett A. Dixon-Dalhouse
Ryan, Chris M., Chris A., Daniel, Charlie, Yvonne, Pablo, Emerson, Ashley, Aamro, Emmanuel, Jayden, Oliver,
I miss you all SO much! I hope you guys are doing well! I think about you all EVERYDAY! Stay safe and healthy! Mrs. Kang 😊
Dear Students:
I never imagined that our time together would end so suddenly. I had hoped to continue to work with you and see your amazing growth as readers and writers. I will really miss seeing you every day. But I believe that every problem also comes with opportunity. I hope you will use this opportunity to spend more family time. Although we will not meet physically, we will continue learning and communicating using technology. More information about that will come to you soon. In the meanwhile, please wash your hands often and stay safe.
Love,
Mrs. Rangnath
From Mrs. Welch
I miss each of you. I miss greeting you on the steps. I miss your smiles. I miss checking in. I miss working hard knowing that each day we are a developing a stronger YOU! We will create a new normal soon so hang in there!
Hola chicos y chicas,
First of all, I hope you all and your family are safe. I can’t believe what is happening. I miss you all, I miss teaching you and helping you with your Spanish. I would have loved to see you guys before the school year is over. You are great kids and I am very positive everything will be good.
We will be in touch soon though. Please, don’t hesitate to email me at any time. I would love to hear from you!!!
Take care!!!!
Ms. Gonzalez
‘’Hi everyone! I miss seeing your faces every day! I love you and hope you are well. Be kind to yourself and take care of each other. Love, Mrs. Milhoan
You know someone is very special to you when days just don’t seem right without them. Miss you guys. – Ms. King
Hey Drama/Theater students!!!
I miss you all! Take care of yourselves!!!
Mrs. Dewenter
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