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Message from Ms. Kearns
Dear Lake Braddock Families,
It is hard to believe we made it to Spring Break already! Graduation and the end of the school year will be here before you know it. We had a wonderful week with the International Night performances and Theater's SPoT Light Unplugged. Both productions showcased the awesome talent and commitment of our Bruins!
We hope you all are able to relax and enjoy your break, and we will see you back here again Monday, April 10.
Go Bruins!
Lindsey Kearns
Bruin Nation hosted International Night this past week. What a wonderful display of the international cultures present at Lake Braddock! Check out more pictures at our website.
In this Issue
New Information
Calendar Reminder-Spring Break April 3-7
Calendar Reminder-April 13-14
Family Resource Fair-Robinson SS April 27
FCPS Honors Six Teams, 40 Individuals as Winter Sports Winners
Bruins Sports Camp 2023
April is the Month of the Military Child!
April is National Arab American Heritage Month
End of Year Testing Updates
Stay up-to-date on End of Year Testing on our website
AP Testing Updates
Volunteers Needed for AP Exam Proctors
High School Information
Last Partners for Safe Teen Driving Presentation April 10
Sports Physical Night June 8
Order a HS Yearbook!
Class of 2023 Information
Senior Panoramic Photo Available for Purchase!
All Night Grad Party/Yard Signs at PTSA Website
Graduation Ceremony Sign Language Request
Senior Fees Announcement
Middle School Information
College Financial Planning Session for MS Parents
Order a MS Yearbook!
News From the Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist
Check out the LB Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist page on our website for all the latest news.
News From the Family Liaisons
Check out the LB Family Liaisons page on our website for all the latest news.
Important Reminders
LB Pyramid Art Show April 12
Art Show Food Trucks 5:30pm-8pm
PTSA/Community Information
Check out the LB PTSA website for all the latest news and happenings!
FCPS Information
FCPS News In Case You Missed It
Website Updates: Easier Access to Translations
Register Now for Special Education Conference
Proposed Updates to the Student Rights and Responsibilities
Quick Links
Important Dates
April 3-April 7-Spring Break
April 10-Last Partners for Safe Teen Driving Presentation
April 11-College Financial Planning Session for MS Parents
April 12-Pyramid Art Show
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
April 27-SGA Presents Spring Pep Rally for HS (during 8th)
May 10-West Springfield High School Rising Freshman Parent Night
May 17-LBSS Rising 9th Grade Parent Night
May 29-Holiday/Memorial Day-Schools closed
June 5-Graduation-Early Release at 10:30am for 7th-11th Grades
June 16-Last Day of School (Early Release)
New Information
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Calendar Reminder-Spring Break April 3-7
🌷As a reminder, April 3-7 is spring break. Schools and school offices will be closed. We wish our students and teachers a happy and restful Spring Break! Students will return to school on Monday, April 10, 2023. See the complete 2022-23 school year calendar.
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Calendar Reminder-April 13-14
Reminder, Thursday, April 13, is the quarter end and students will be released two hours early. There will be no classes for students on Friday, April 14, a student holiday and teacher work day. Friday is also Orthodox Good Friday, which is designated an O day by FCPS. See the complete 2022-23 school year calendar.
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Family Resource Fair-Robinson SS April 27
FCPS Honors Six Teams, 40 Individuals as Winter Sports Winners
Congratulations to all the FCPS student-athletes who participated in the 2022-23 winter sports season. This year, six teams and 40 individuals won the Virginia High School League (VHSL) Class 6 championship in their respective sports, and three teams and 38 individuals were the state runners-up. Four teams were repeat champions.
The following Lake Braddock students were honored:
- Gymnastics for their second consecutive championship
- Madi Bell, Zoe Brokamp, and Maggie Suson (Gymnastics)
- Josh Howat for Swim and Dive
- Boys Swim and Dive 200 and 400-yard freestyle relay
- Trent Pane for Wrestling
- See them listed on the FCPS webpage.
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Bruins Sports Camp 2023
Check out more information and registration for the Bruins Sports Camp 2023 at our website.
Contact Paul Agner for any questions!
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April is the Month of the Military Child!
April is the Month of the Military Child! Every year we take the opportunity to recognize military-connected youth for their service and contribution to our community. Fairfax County Public Schools is proud to have over 14,000 military-connected youth as a part of our student body. We appreciate the varied life experiences they bring to our school community, and recognize their strength and resilience. Learn more about Month of the Military Child and FCPS’ resources for military families.
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April is National Arab American Heritage Month
FCPS is proud to celebrate National Arab American Heritage Month in April. This special month provides an opportunity to recognize the remarkable history and valuable contributions of Arab Americans. Arab Americans have ancestry in one of the world’s 22 Arab nations, which are located from northern Africa through western Asia. The people of these nations are ethnically, politically, and religiously diverse but share a common cultural and linguistic heritage. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.
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End of Year Testing Updates
For the most up to date information on testing, please see our Student Testing page on our website.
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AP Testing Updates
The AP Testing schedule has been posted on our AP Testing page on our website. Check out the quick video about what our Bruins need to know about taking AP Exams this spring!
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Volunteers Needed for AP Exam Proctors
Parents/Guardians--WE NEED YOU! We are asking you to help us proctor AP Exams in May. No experience is necessary. Every slot filled helps. Please consider signing up for a few. THANK YOU! More details in the sign-up here.
Contact Deb Brown with any questions!
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HS Information
Last Partners for Safe Teen Driving Presentation April 10
The last Partners for safe teen driving presentation, for current 10th grade students enrolled in HPE 10, is 4/10/23. The presentation will be held on the large side of the cafeteria. Doors open at 6:30pm and the presentation will begin at 7pm. No late entrance. You must stay in the presentation with your student for the duration of the presentation. If you have not attended this presentation with your sophomore this year, this is the last opportunity. If students and parents do not attend this requirement, they will not satisfy the requirements of the driver ed program. If you have any questions please email Erin Fillare.
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Sports Physical Night June 8
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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.
Senior Panoramic Photo Available for Purchase!
The Senior Class panoramic photo (10 x 20) is now available for purchase for $18 through the Victor O'Neill website. If you would like to order yours, please head on over to their site!
All Night Grad Party/Yard Signs at PTSA Website
All Night Grad Party tickets are now on sale on the PTSA Senior page! The party is June 5 at the St. James following graduation. Festivities include the adult climbing gym, ninja warrior course, casino games, ice skating, swimming, inflatables, music, climbing walls, and a whole lot more! Tickets are $75. Purchase your ticket before May 1 when ticket prices go up to $80.
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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Graduation Ceremony Sign Language Request
Do you need a sign language interpreter for the Graduation Ceremony? Please complete this Sign Language request form as soon as possible.
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
College Financial Planning Session for MS Parents
Join College Access Fairfax, in partnership with FCPS and Virginia529, for a presentation on College Financial Awareness for Middle School Parents. This workshop will be offered on:
- April 11, 2023 Lake Braddock Secondary School 7:00 PM
- April 19, 2023 Herndon Middle School 6:00 PM
- May 9, 2023 Johnson Middle School 7:00 PM
The PowerPoint presentation for this workshop (as well as more information) can be found here. If you have questions, email questions@collegeaccessfairfax.org
Order a MS Yearbook!
Don't wait! Order your MS Yearbook here today! The code for the Lake Braddock Middle School is 13596.
First come, first served! Limited supply! Order now!
See our LB website yearbook page for more information!
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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.
Important Reminders
LB Pyramid Art Show April 12
Poster by student Kaitlyn Wade
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Art Show Food Trucks 5pm-8:30pm
There will be food trucks at the LBSS Art show on Wed, Apr 12 from 6-8. Food trucks will be available from 5-8:30pm. Hangry Panda serving fusion Asian food and Inside Scoop serving sweet treats. Hangry Panda relies heavily on pre-orders to know how much food to make. Pre-order here!
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PTSA/Community Information
Check out the LB PTSA website for all the latest news and happenings!
FCPS Information
FCPS News In Case You Missed It
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Dr. Reid Reflects on her First Year
- ESSER COVID Relief Funds at Work
- Student Awards
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, sign up today.
Website Updates: Easier Access to Translations
FCPS continues to make updates to the district and school websites to improve accessibility and user experience, and further reflect our commitment to inclusivity. Recent changes include adding a new “header,” the information at the top of the page (shown above). This allows the translation buttons at the top right of the page to “travel” with the user as they scroll down our pages. When using a mobile device, access to other languages are available in the header as an icon (shown below).
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The next step in the website update process will involve removing the orange “translation blocks” that appear before text blocks on many of our webpages. With our new translation options in the moving header, which also align with best practices, the orange translation blocks will be phased out in April. Read more about our website updates. |
Register Now for Special Education Conference
The FCPS Special Education Conference will take place on Saturday, April 29. Registration is now open on the event website for this virtual event. Guest speakers have been added to the website along with the topics they will address. Interpretation can be requested during registration. Registrants who need language assistance can contact the Parent Information Phone Lines.
Nominations are still open for First-Class Awards. These awards recognize and celebrate the inclusion efforts of educators, administrators, and students in all facets of education. Please complete this form to nominate an individual by Friday, April 14. Email SpecialEdConf@fcps.edu with questions.
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Proposed Updates to the Student Rights and Responsibilities
The Department of Special Services will host a virtual meeting for the FCPS community regarding proposed updates to the Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R) regulation on Monday, April 10, from 6 to 7 p.m.
Participants will have an opportunity to learn about the suggested updates and ask questions via Zoom Chat. Language interpretation will be available in Spanish. A certified deaf interpreter will be available as well. Please register online.
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