Principal's Message - 1/30/21

Stone MS

Good Morning Stone Parents and Families~

We made it through the first week of the 3rd quarter, and I am so appreciative of your continued support and patience as we navigated some unexpected internet challenges on Tuesday. Our students and staff continue to impress me with their resiliency and flexibility. 

I am excited to engage with you during our first of several town halls this month as we provide you with information as it relates to Return to School and the rest of our calendar year. Please join the administrative team and myself on Wednesday February 3 at 6:00 PM for a virtual meeting. Please note the change of date from my message last week. A link will be sent to you on Wednesday. In the meantime, please refer to https://stonems.fcps.edu/2020-return-to-school

While we recognize our schedule has adjusted many times this year, I want to remind you that Mondays we will continue with a synchronous check and connect with Panther Block teachers. In order for teachers to prepare for return to school, we will no longer hold required office hours on Mondays. We will continue to hold office hours on Wednesdays and Fridays during Panther Block. Students can always make arrangements with individual teachers if they are in need of additional support. 

Our administrative and student services teams are here to support you. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have questions, concerns or feedback. If you find you are in need of additional community resources, please find additional services here. 

Stay healthy, safe and warm, 

Meredith Norris, Principal

Upcoming Dates & Events

Date

Event

Details

Feb. 1-5

National School Counseling Week 

Show your appreciation to our Stone counselors. 

Mon. Feb 1

Check and Connect: Synchronous 9:05-9:20 

No Office Hours

Check in with your PB teacher. 

Wed. Feb 3 *Note Date Change

Stone Parent/Family Town Hall #16:00 PM

Link will be sent the day of the event.

Mon. Feb 8

Check and Connect: Synchronous 9:05-9:20

No Office Hours

Check in with your PB Teacher. 

Mon., Feb. 8

2nd Semester Supply & Picture Pick-Up1:00-5:00 PM

Find out more about the procedures and pickup process here.

Mon., Feb. 8 

STEM Opportunity for Rising 9th grade students

Learn more about this application process. 

Wed., Feb. 10

Rising 7th Grade Curriculum Night

Learn more about the Event Program and Details

Thur., Feb. 11

“Our Love Shines Bright” Light Drive-Thru 6:00-7:30 PM

Support and Donations Link

See our Flyer with more information!

Mon. Feb 15

President’s Day (No School)

No Check-in

Tues., Feb. 16

New Bell Schedule Begins

Review the Updated Bell Schedule

*All of these events can also be found on our Stone MS Website.*

Did you know that you can subscribe to our Stone Calendar of Events? Check it out!

Portrait of a Panther

It’s always a great day when I get into classrooms and this week was no exception. Check out our amazing Portrait of a Panther winners who continue to demonstrate strong collaboration and critical thinking skills. https://stonems.fcps.edu/features/portrait-panther-week-jan-24


Stone Yearbook Update

Yearbook needs to see you! This year we are relying on students to submit photos of themselves, whether it is a selfie, showing off their study space, or just hanging out. Use this link to share photos : https://stonems.fcps.edu/activities/stone-yearbook 

Students may also share photos in Schoology in the Stone All Students course. Doing so makes you eligible to WIN great prizes! Ready to purchase a book? The yearbook is on sale for only $25 through 4/12!

 To purchase a book:

 Email Travis Dickason (TEDickason@fcps.edu) or Dominique Matte (dnmatte@fcps.edu) with questions!


Student Services Update:

Parent Liaison
  • Parent Liaison Support: Ms.Albornoz is our Spanish Parent liaison we share with two elementary schools.  Here are her hours and contact information, if you need support and your correspondence language is Spanish.  If you need support in another language, click HERE.

* 2nd Semester Class Supply Pickup & School Photos: Per the calendar above, please find  information related to our Supply pick-up,