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Message from Ms. Kearns
Hello Bruin Families!
Today marks the end of the first quarter and the start of a long weekend for students. We hope they have a chance to relax and recharge before the start of the second quarter next Wednesday.
I want to congratulate our High School Marching Band on their Superior rating at the Virginia Band and Orchestra Directors Association competition on October 21. Also, congratulations to our Boys Cross Country team on their first place Region title and their advancement to the state competition November 11, along with Claire Aponte who qualified as an individual from our Girls Cross Country team.
Go Bruins!
Lindsey Kearns
In this Issue
New Information and Important Reminders
News from the Testing Office
Makeup Picture Day
Report Cards and ParentVue
News from SGA
Family Engagement Month
Middle School Bruin News
Applications Open for TJHSST
MS Yearbook Information
High School Bruin News
9th Grade Signs of Suicide Program
Yearbook Information
Class of 2024 News
Important Dates
PTSA Mulch Sale and All Night Grad Party
IT FAQs
Family Liaison News
Reminders
FCPS News
Quick Links
New Information and Important Reminders
News From the Testing Office
SAT School Day Score Release
Students who participated in the School Day SAT on October 11, 2023, should be able to access scores via their College Board accounts. Students who participated in the SAT on October 26 should have access to scores on November 16. A video tutorial for accessing and understanding SAT scores is available on the College Board website. Families can reach out to their student’s counselor and the Assessment Coach Tre Fava (TCFava@fcps.edu) if they have general questions regarding SAT School Day score reporting. We will not be printing out or distributing score reports. Scores must be accessed through College Board’s score reporting platform within the student’s College Board account by the student. Students who have duplicate College Board accounts will need to call College Board to get their accounts merged on the student line: 1-866-756-7346
Digital PSAT Score Release
Students who participated in the Digital PSAT on October 11, 2023, should be able to access scores via the College Board BigFuture School App or their College Board accounts on November 6, 2023. Students who participated in a make-up digital PSAT should have access to scores on November 16. A video tutorial for accessing and understanding Digital PSAT scores is available on the College Board website. Families can reach out to their student’s counselor and the Assessment Coach Tre Fava (TCFava@fcps.edu) if they have general questions regarding SAT School Day score reporting. We will not be printing out or distributing score reports. Scores must be accessed through College Board’s score reporting platform within the student’s College Board account by the student. Students who have duplicate College Board accounts will need to call College Board to get their accounts merged on the student line: 1-866-756-7346.
Makeup Picture Day
We will hold one final day for picture makeups and retakes for 7th through 11th grade on Monday, November 13. Those who have not yet had a photo taken will be given priority from 8:00-10:30 am. Emails were sent home to remind those students. Any student wanting a retake can go after 10:30 am.
Images will be available to view and purchase approximately two weeks following. Save time and Pre-order online here: https://vando.imagequix.com/g1001028210#login
For questions about ordering school pictures please email underclass@vosphoto.com.
For questions about retakes, please see Victor O'Neill's policies here: http://vosphoto.com/retakes
Report Cards and ParentVue
This year, report cards will be accessible in SIS ParentVUE. At the end of each quarter, a PDF document of the Report Card will be posted in SIS. The Report Card tab in ParentVUE provides the student’s marks for each grading period of the current school year.
If you have yet to set up your ParentVUE account, please reach out to Angela Santizo (assantizo@fcps.edu), Middle School Student Services Assistant, or Sandy Coleman (smcoleman@fcps.edu), High School Student Information Assistant, respectively to request your activation code. You may also submit a Parent Support Request online.
News from SGA
The Fall Blood Drive is on November 14th in the gym. We have a goal of 100 donations for this drive, so we need your help! Students will sign up during high school lunches.
Family Engagement Month
  This month reminds us that families are children's first and most important teachers, advocates, and nurturers. Strong family support is vital to student well-being and success.
FCPS has many resources designed to increase engagement and partnerships with families while fostering academic success and social-emotional growth.
Additionally, every school has a family liaison who will welcome and orient families, and help them understand the school's culture, policies, procedures, and practices. They can help connect families to resources in the community. Family liaisons might also assist a family in transitioning to a new school and encourage family-school partnerships to help ensure their student's success and healthy development.
If you have questions or would like more information, ask your school office to connect you with your family liaison or visit FCPS’ website for a list of region representatives.
Middle School Bruin News
Applications Open for Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Middle school students who have an aptitude and passion for STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) are encouraged to apply for admission to the Class of 2028 at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST).
The application is available on the TJHSST Freshman Application Process webpage. Applications must be started by 4 p.m. Wednesday, November 15, with a deadline to submit the application by Friday, November 17, at 4 p.m.
High School Bruin News
9th Grade Signs of Suicide Program
This school year, school staff are working to teach students about mental health and how to seek help if they are worried about themselves or a friend. We are using a program called Signs of Suicide (SOS). The program teaches students about this difficult topic and encourages them to seek help.
Through the program, students learn:
- that depression is treatable, so they are encouraged to seek help
- how to identify depression and potential suicide risk in themselves or a friend
- to ACT (Acknowledge, Care and Tell a trusted adult) if concerned about themselves or a friend
- who they can turn to at school for help
The week of November 27-December 1, through Advisory/WIN time, 9th grade students will watch age-appropriate video clips and participate in a guided discussion about depression, suicide, and what to do if they are concerned about a friend. Following the video, students will complete a brief depression screening tool. This tool cannot provide a diagnosis of depression but does indicate whether a young person should be referred for evaluation by a mental health professional.
To review the full letter with further information about the program and links to resources, click here
To opt your child out of participation in the program click here
Class of 2024 News
We are excited for the start of the school year and are looking forward to celebrating the success of our Class of 2024 Seniors all year.
March 7th, 2024 - 100 Days Meeting @ 6:30 pm in the Cafeteria - Informational session for parents leading up to graduation, prom, and All Night Grad Party
May 17th, 2024 - Prom - Falls Church Marriott Fairview Park
June 4th, 2024 - Graduation - Eagle Bank Arena @ 2:00 pm
June 5th, 2024 - All Night Grad Party @ Saint James 11:00 pm
PTSA Mulch Sale and All Night Grad Party
Please see two important save the dates below. Please know that we are currently actively searching for adult volunteers to LEAD some events at the Mulch Sale as well as the ANGP. If you are interested in being a part of the magic that happens at Lake Braddock, please fill in the attached google form. Again, we are searching for adult volunteers across ALL grades to help us out!
SAVE THE DATE:
The Mulch Sale
Lake Braddock's Senior Class LARGEST fundraiser for the All Night Grad Party
March 15-17, 2024
Mulch will go on sale after Jan 1, 2024.
All Night Grad Party
Wednesday June 5, 2024
11pm-5am
Any questions please direct them to patterson_eileen@yahoo.com.
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IT FAQs
Throughout the school year, we often hear the same questions asked regarding technical assistance. We hope to help everyone by sharing various information. Today's tip is regarding joining the school WiFi.
SCHOOLOGY:
Q: How can I, as a parent, access Schoology?
A: In order to access your Parent Schoology account, you will need to make sure you have an activated ParentVUE SIS account. To register for ParentVUE please go to this link: https://www.fcps.edu/node/28091
For more detailed information, see Schoology Support at https://www.fcps.edu/schoology/support
Q: What is in Schoology for parents?
Q: If I want to view my student’s grades, should I look in SIS or Schoology?
A: SIS. All teachers are expected to keep an up-to-date gradebook in SIS, not Schoology.
Family Liaison News
Please stay up-to-date with our Family Liaisons on our web site:
https://lakebraddockss.fcps.edu/student-services/information-our-family-liaisons
There you will find our weekly newsletters full of important information for our families.
Reminders
 
Additional Resources
Family and School Partnerships
Family Resource Center
Parenting Education Programs through Fairfax County
English Empowerment Center: USA Learns
English Empowerment Center: Free Conversation Class and Continued Learning Between Semesters
FCPS News
Federal Impact Aid Survey: Now OnlineFCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. To make it easier, the form is now available online in SIS ParentVUE.
Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important because information from this survey results in an additional $3 million in grants each year from the U.S. Department of Education. These funds are used to support all Fairfax County public schools and centers.
Once logged in to SIS ParentVUE, click “Online Packets” in the top right corner. Then, select “Federal Impact Aid Survey.” Get more information.
Need to Register for ParentVUE?
Learn how to activate your SISParentVUE account, so you can easily submit your survey. Find out how to get technical support for ParentVUE.
Provide Input on FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R)
Please join FCPS’ Chief Equity Office for a virtual meeting regarding the Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R) Regulation. The event will be held on Thursday, November 9, from 6-7:30 p.m. You may register at this link.
Your feedback will help ensure that FCPS policies align with the school division’s mission and values. It will also help identify any specific considerations that need to be addressed for the 2024-25 school year.
Language interpretation will be available in Spanish, Korean, and Arabic. A Certified Deaf Interpreter will be available as well. Get information on the SR&R.
The Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Saves Lives
Information was recently posted to the Healthy Minds Blog on the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline and other resources for suicide prevention.
The Healthy Minds Blog shares information related to youth mental health and wellness. Articles include tips and strategies for increasing wellness and resiliency, as well as fostering success at home, at school, and in the community.
The Healthy Minds Blog is a collaborative project between Fairfax County Public Schools and the Prevention Unit of the Fairfax County Department of Neighborhood and Community Services. Subscribe to Healthy Minds and receive a quarterly digest of articles.
District News/In Case You Missed It
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Important Forms for Caregivers to Complete
- Immunization Reminder
- Free Tutoring Resources
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, sign up today.
Quick Links
Never miss out and stay up-to-date with all things High School Athletics by subscribing to the LBSS Student Activities Weekly Newsletter!
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