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Message from Ms. Kearns
Dear Lake Braddock Families,
Bruin nation was especially excited to celebrate both our awesome counselors for National School Counseling Week and our amazing crossing guard, Ms. Bazemore, for Crossing Guard Appreciation day. There is no small job in such a large school. Every member of our community here at Lake Braddock contributes an important piece of each student's puzzle. Our counselors work to ensure the wellbeing of our students and to help them find their way in the future. Our crossing guard keeps them safe getting to and from school!
We were so fortunate to have so many successful athletic performances recently, including Madison Bell who scored a perfect 10 in gymnastics. If you haven't already, click on the link below to check out the Washington Post article with her interview! A huge congrats to the Gymnastics team for winning the Occoquan Region for the second year in a row! Our Wrestling team also gave a striking performance, taking home 5th in the Occoquan Region, advancing 5 wrestlers to States! The School Board recognized our student FCCLA President, Skyler Kim, and DECA Student President Camryn Owens at their Board Meeting last night in celebration of CTSO/CTE Month! We are so proud of all our students and their accomplishments this past week and always!
Go Bruins!
Lindsey Kearns
Congrats to our very own Bruin Madison Bell on scoring a perfect 10! The Washington Post spoke with her about the big moment--check it out here! Also be sure to head to our website to see the full Feature on the School Board recognition for our DECA and FCCLA student reps!
Important Dates
February 15-High School Pep Rally 8:30am
February 20-Presidents' Day/Student /Teacher Holiday-Schools closed
March 1-100 Day Meeting for Parents/Guardians of Seniors, 6pm, Cafeteria
March 2-2-Hour Early Release (see schedule here)
March 3-Student Holiday/School Planning Day
April 3-April 7-Spring Break
April 13-End of 3rd Quarter-2 Hour Early Release (see schedule here)
April 14-Teacher Workday/Student Holiday/Orthodox Good Friday
April 21-Eid al Fitr/Student/Teacher Holiday-Schools closed
May 10-West Springfield HS Rising Freshman Night
In this Issue
New Information
HS Pep Rally Wednesday, February 15 at 8:30am-SCHEDULE
Calendar Reminder: President's Day Feb 20
SGA Spirit Week/T-Shirt Sale
PTSA Mulch Madness Sale!
District Choir Event Feb 11 at WSHS!
February is Love the Bus Month!
High School Information
Looking for Spring Sports Tryouts Team Specific Information?
Order a HS Yearbook!
Class of 2023 Information
100-Day Parent/Guardian Meeting March 1
Class of 2023 Yard Signs Available for Sale on PTSA Website!
Senior Fees Announcement
Middle School Information
Order a MS Yearbook!
MS After-School Program
News From the Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist
Check out the LB Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist page on our website for all the latest news.
Healthy Relationships with People and Substances-February Newsletter
Important Reminders
Youth Mental Health First Aid Training February 27
PTSA/Community Information
Check out the LB PTSA website for all the latest news and happenings!
All Night Grad Party/Mulch Sale: The PTSA Needs Your Help!
FCPS Information
Teens and Substance Abuse: Panel with Local Schools
Special Education Enhancement Plan
Quick Links
New Information
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HS Pep Rally Wednesday, February 15 at 8:30am-SCHEDULE
Please note that our HS Pep Rally will take place on Wednesday, February 15 at 8:30am to ensure as many of our winter athletes can be present as possible! Students will report to 2nd period and HS students will be dismissed to the Pep Rally. MS Students can do advisory type activities at 8am and can switch for WIN at 8:45am with an eHall pass. All students will then report to 2nd period classes during the last period of the day.
SCHEDULE: 2nd-4th-6th-2nd
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SGA Spirit Week/T-Shirt Sale
Next week, February 13-17 is SGA's Love is in the Air spirit week! I ❤️ LB t-shirts can be purchased for $10 at all HS lunches or stop by the SGA room-A212.
Check our our Love is in the Air promo video!
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PTSA Mulch Madness Sale!
The LBSS PTSA will host the All Night Grad Party for the Lake Braddock Class of 2023. The mulch will be $5 per bag. They are once again offering the JK’s double shredded hardwood 3 cubic foot bags of mulch. With an order of 15 bags or more, they offer free delivery on Saturday, March 25th and Sunday, March 26th. Otherwise, you can pick up your mulch at Lake Braddock Secondary School during the weekend of March 25th. Order at the PTSA website today!
Many adult and student volunteers will be needed to help with this effort. You can sign up to volunteer here:
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District Choir Event Feb 11 at WSHS!
Congratulations to the 10 MS and 63 HS students who are performing in District Choir this weekend! You can catch their performance at West Springfield HS at 1pm (MS) and 1:30/2pm (HS).
All-District Chorus provides an opportunity for singers from District 11 to rehearse challenging music and work with a distinguished choral conductor at an advanced level. The audition requires preparation of a solo piece and demonstration of sight-singing ability. Auditions are reviewed by two impartial judges who gives scores out of 100 determined by tone, intonation, and musicality.
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February is Love the Bus Month!
Lake Braddock wants to give a huge shout out to our buses and transportation! Thank you for transporting our students to and from school! We truly appreciate all who work to make all that happen! Check out the FCPS Transportation page for anything buses!
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HS Information
Looking for Spring Sports Tryouts Team Specific Information?
Links are available at the top of the Athletics & Activities website homepage!
Don’t forget, any student trying out must be registered and must have submitted sports physical paperwork!
February 13th - 17th (Monday - Friday, except Wednesday) During all HS lunches in the Cafeteria OR after school in the Athletic Training Room (G101 - Door 10), Monday through Friday Students must have a tryout card to participate on the first day of tryouts!
High School Spring Sport Tryouts will be held on February 20, 21, and 22 for Baseball, Crew, Boys/Girls Lacrosse, Boys/Girls Soccer, Softball, Boys/Girls Tennis, Outdoor Track & Field
Get all the latest news about Bruins Athletics & Activities! Sign up to receive our weekly email newsletter! Select Lake Braddock under Secondary Schools, then check Lake Braddock Secondary School Student Activities!
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Order a HS Yearbook!
Don't wait! Order your copy of a HS yearbook here today! The Lake Braddock High School code is 5061.
See our LB website yearbook page for more information!
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Class of 2023 Information
For the most up to date information on our Class of 2023, please check with our LB Senior Page and the Class of 2022 Schoology page. For yard signs, ANGP info, or the mulch sale, please see the PTSA senior page.
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100-Day Parent/Guardian Meeting March 1
Join us and the PTSA as we present the 100 Day Meeting on March 1 in the cafeteria. This is an essential meeting for all senior parents and will cover information on Graduation, prom and the All-Night Grad Party.
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Class of 2023 Yard Signs Available for Sale on PTSA Website!
Class of 2023 yard sign sales are live on the PTSA website! They are available for $23.00 via PayPal or check. Pick-up and delivery options available to select at time of purchase! Order yours today here!
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Senior Fees Announcement
The Senior Fees for the Class of 2023 is $80.00. We encourage you to pay early. The deadline for senior fees is Wednesday, May 31st to be able to process all obligations and receive your cap and gown after graduation practice.
If there are concerns about being able to pay the fee and your student is on a free or reduced waiver, please come see Alison Reeves in Subschool 4.
For more information on Senior fees and how to pay, please see our Senior Class Information page on our LB website.
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MS Information
Order a MS Yearbook!
Don't wait! Order your MS Yearbook here today! The code for the Lake Braddock Middle School is 13596. See our LB website yearbook page for more information!
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MS After-School Program
- See Bruins Stay After: Club and Activity Promo on our Bruins Stay After webpage for MS After-School Activities 2022-2023 Info Flyers for all offerings
- For parents, please visit our public facing website here to stay up-to-date on all MS After-School information or reach out to me, Mr. Hines, via email with questions or concerns.
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News From the Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist
Please check out the Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist page on our website for more information regarding topics covered here and contact information for our SAPS Jessica Giffin.
Healthy Relationships with People and Substances-February Newsletter
Relationships are important components in the development of living a fulfilling life. Valentine’s day occurs in the month of February, causing a frenzy of purchases and planning between loved ones to show appreciation and love. Forming and maintaining healthy relationships is difficult but vital for those in recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. Healthy relationships are a factor in helping people maintain sobriety (Addiction Center). Bonds and companionship provide emotional support and are effective in increasing health and wellbeing. Emotional support decreases fears and helps people to thrive.
Please see the News from the Substance Abuse Specialist page on our website for more on this topic.
Important Reminders
Youth Mental Health First Aid Training February 27
Lake Braddock is excited to bring Youth Mental Health First Aid to our community! This course is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis.
This course will take place in the Lake Braddock Lecture Hall on Monday, February 27th from 8:30 am - 3:30 pm. Space is limited to 30 participants so please register early! You must be able to be in attendance for the entire day to participate.
To learn more about this program visit the Mental Health First Aid webpage.
Please contact Anne Polino, High School Director of Student Services, at acpolino@fcps.edu if you have any questions.
Youth Mental Health Registration Form
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PTSA/Community Information
Check out the LB PTSA website for all the latest news and happenings!
FCPS Information
Teens and Substance Abuse: Panel with Local Schools
A virtual panel on teen substance abuse will be hosted on Wednesday, February 22, at 7 p.m., by Formed Families Forward and the Northern Virginia Family Network. The panel will feature representatives from Alexandria City, Arlington, Fairfax County, Falls Church, Loudoun County, and Prince William County schools. Stefan Mascoll, coordinator of Student Safety and Wellness, will represent FCPS.
Caregivers and community members can join to learn more about current challenges, how they are being addressed in schools, and how families can help. Please register in advance.
Special Education Enhancement Plan
Fairfax County Public Schools is developing a Special Education Enhancement Plan to help ensure an excellent educational experience for all students with disabilities. As part of this effort, FCPS is seeking feedback from employees, families, and community members on Part 1 of the Draft Special Education Enhancement Plan. Please complete this form by Friday, February 17, to provide input on FCPS’ priorities regarding special education including vision, mission, core values, goals, and objectives.
Thank you in advance for lending your voice to this important work. Visit the Special Education Enhancement Plan webpage for more information.
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