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4/10/21
Good Morning Parents and Families:
It was an exciting return to school as we kicked off the final quarter of the school year. Our students and staff continue to shine brightly in so many areas in spite of the continued changes and challenges. Below you will find several features of many wonderful things that have occurred at Stone this week.
You should have received an email from me on Thursday (4/8/21) regarding the updated physical distancing guidelines. In case you missed it, please find the message here. I am confident we will continue to work together as a full school team and community to finish this school year strong. I look forward to showcasing our students and staff throughout the remainder of the school year.
Please don't hesitate to reach out to me directly (mcnorris@fcps.edu) if you have any questions. Have a wonderful weekend!
Thank you for your continued support,
~Meredith Norris, Principal
| Upcoming Dates & Events |
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| Mon April 12 |
9:00 AM Check and Connect |
Students log in and meet with their PB teacher. |
| Tues April 13 |
Odd Day
In-Person Learning 7th and 8th grade (A-K)
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| Wed April 14 |
Even Day
In-Person Learning 7th and 8th grade (A-K)
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| Thurs April 15 |
Odd Day
In-Person Learning 7th and 8th grade (L-Z)
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Fri April 16
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Even Day
In-Person Learning 7th and 8th grade (L-Z)
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*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!
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Portrait of a Panther
It was so nice to have our students back at school this week both in-person and from home. I always love seeing all the creative and engaging activities our students work on each week. This week's winners continue to demonstrate an increase in communication, collaboration and overall conversation skills. Please find our Portrait of a Panther winners for the week of April 5.
Virtual Theatre Showcase 2021
Want something to do this weekend? We invite you to join us for “Celebrating who we are as individuals… Bright side of life,” which is Stone’s first virtual theatre showcase under the direction of Ms. Lois Stanziani. The show features a cabaret of scenes and selections from Romeo and Juliet, West Side Story, Fiddler on the Roof and more. Our students and Theatre staff have worked very hard to bring you this production.
Here’s how you can access the show at any time this weekend:
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Click on the link here.
- Enter the number of registrants who will be viewing the show by clicking on the drop down menu.
- Click the green Register button.
- The showcase is free; however, you have the option to make a donation if you choose to.
- Click on the green Continue button.
- Complete your contact information and hit the green Register button.
- The link for the show will be on the following screen and/or sent to your email address.
Enjoy the show!!
Region 5 Outstanding New Secondary Teacher - Mr. Anson Yan
We are so proud of Mr. Anson Yan, 7th grade Social Studies teacher, for being named the Region 5 Outstanding New Secondary Teacher! Read more about this great honor here.
2021 Assistant Principal's Week
This week we celebrate and honor our administrators. We thank them for everything they do to support our school community. Read more about our wonderful admin here.
Classroom Spotlight: Mrs. Scheetz & Art
As we head into the final stretch of this school year, we want to continue to highlight the great work of our students and staff. Mrs. Scheetz certainly got creative this week with the warmer temperatures. Check out her outdoor classroom space, while she and her students were still able to stay connected to their peers at home. Read more about her class here.
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Tech Diversity Talk on STEM
The PTSA Diversity Committee of the Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology will hold its next Diversity in STEM Talk in April! This series is especially for elementary and middle school students in grades 4-8.
Join us Monday, April 12, at 6 p.m. to hear from Julie Ann Sosa, MD, Leon Goldman MD Distinguished Professor of Surgery and Chair of the Department of Surgery at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF). Dr. Sosa will speak about her career in medicine and her experience as a surgeon, professor, and now administrator in a large teaching hospital.
Please use the link below to register if you are interested in knowing:
- What sparked her interest in medicine?
- What does she enjoy most about practicing medicine?
- What would she recommend to students who want to pursue a medical career?
- What else would you like to know?
Parents, register at this Zoom link*: http://bit.ly/TJStemTalk4
*To ensure you receive the Zoom link, do not use an FCPS schools student email account!
Submit questions in advance here: https://bit.ly/tjdiversitytalks
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