Weekly Principal's Message - February 5, 2023

mlkjr mosaic

Submission in our February Student Challenge: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. created by 7th grader, Alexander Carr. How can you as a digital artist, create a mosaic illustrating important people or events to honor the contributions and legacy of African Americans across U.S. history and society?

Dear Stone Families, 

We hope to see everyone this week at the Stone Middle School Curriculum Night. on Thursday February 9th. This is an important event for families as it is time to understand what your student's academic expectations will be for next school year. It is a chance to meet teachers and ask questions about curriculum so that you can help your student make the best choice for their classes. 

This month our school is celebrating Black History Month through various events in the building culminating in our first ever student black history bowl trivia. Please encourage your student to participate in the various activities throughout the building. 

Sincerely,

Sonya Williams, Principal


Student of the Month - January

january student of ht emonth

Congruatulations to our January Student of the Month students who were chosen by their teachers for exemplifying our Stone PRO expectations of: 

  • Being Prepared
  • Being Respectful
  • Being On Time

These students were honored on our Panther News shows and will receive a certificate and Student of the Month magnet. Keep up the great work Panthers! 


Energy Star Award

energy star award

Stone Middle School has earned an FCPS Energy Star Award. To earn this award a school must operate more efficiently, meaning we use “an average of 35 percent less energy and are responsible for 35 percent less carbon dioxide emissions than typical buildings”.

Stone Middle earned one of the top scores in the county this year. We have also earned this award in 2020, 2019, 2018, 2016 and 2015!


Bingo Night is Back!

Join us next Friday, February 10 from 6:00 - 7:00pm in the Stone Cafeteria for a night of fun and community engagement!

bingo night fundraiser

This Friday night we hope to see you attend our first Bingo NIght of the new year!  There will be many prizes to be won including a gift basket from our friends at Grace Covenant and some baskets that will include some of our highly coveted “Hype Squad” tee shirts.  The event will begin promptly at 6pm and will conclude at 7pm in the cafeteria.  We can’t wait to see you there!

Panther Leadership will be selling pizza, water, and baked goods at Bingo Night on 2/10. Pizza will be $2 a slice and water will be $1. We will have an assortment of baked goods for purchase as well. Come hungry! We will also begin selling our Pura Vida custom made Stone bracelets. Bracelets will be available for purchase for $6.00 each. All proceeds will benefit ongoing Panther Leadership school-wide activities and projects.


national school counseling week

Helping Students Dream Big is the theme of this year’s National School Counseling Week. We will celebrate the work of Ms. Brumett, Mr. Garcia, Ms. Bricker, Ms. Marrefi and Ms. Powell throughout this week for their impact on student wellness and achievement.


After School Program

The new quarter has begun and so have our new assortment of clubs!  Click here to view the updated activity calendar for this quarter.


Local Parent Workshops and Events

Preparing Families for Difficult Conversations about Alcohol & Drugs

Fairfax Academy Open House

  • Tuesday, February 7, 2023
  • Fairfax High School
  • 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.  
  • Learn about Academy courses offered and meet the staff!  Enter through Door 1.  For more information on the courses available or the Open House, please visit, https://fairfaxacademy.fcps.edu/event/academy-open-house-1

For additional parent support and information on a variety of topics, please visit our Stone Family Engagement webpage


Eating Disorder Parent Information

The Code of Virginia, 22.1-273.2, requires Virginia Public Schools to provide, on an annual basis, parent educational information regarding eating disorders for pupils in grades five through twelve. According to the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA 2022),

“Eating disorders are serious but treatable mental and physical illnesses that can affect people of all genders, ages, races, religions, ethnicities, sexual orientations, body shapes, and weights. While no one knows for sure what causes eating disorders, a growing consensus suggests that it is a range of biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors. Eating disorders are not fads or phases, and can have serious consequences for health, productivity, and relationships.”

In collaboration with the Fairfax County Health Department, FCPS has developed a webpage with detailed information and resources to be provided to parents and guardians of Fairfax County Public Schools. This information may be found at the following link:

https://www.fcps.edu/node/37440


District News/In Case You Missed It (ICYMI)

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

  • Draft Calendar Updates
  • Regional Science Fair
  • Scholastic Art Award Winners

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, sign up today