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Hello Stone Panther Families,
I am thrilled to share some highlights from the first week of the third quarter. We started the week with some special visitors. We were honored to have Mr. Moon (School Board Member At Large) and Ms. Dixit (Sully District School Board Member) in the building on Monday. Their visit provided a fantastic opportunity for them to witness the positive learning environment we cultivate here at Stone. While they were here touring our campus, meeting students and staff we were delightfully surprised to be joined by Dr. Reid, Superintendent. All visitors got a chance to see our daily outdoor break and several classrooms. I was so proud of the many students who introduced themselves and asked questions of our visitors.
Mr. Davis, Assistant Principal, even had the privilege of recording a podcast with our special guests. Click here to watch our Podcast with Dr. Reid. Stay tuned for the release of other podcasts including the one with Ms. Dixit & Mr. Moon, as we go through the year with this exciting platform. Ultimately, the goal is that our Paws & Listen Podcast will be completely student run sharing our stories with our community.
We ended the week with over 100 students partying after school at our Winter Dance. Several students played minute-to-win-it games and won some wonderful prizes. Thanks to Mr. Anderson, DJ Davis and the after school staff for providing this fun activity for our students.
With all the excitement this past week, the upcoming week promises to be bustling with activity as well, as we eagerly anticipate visits from our neighboring elementary schools. It's an excellent opportunity for our future students to experience the positive atmosphere here at Stone. We encourage our current students to extend a warm welcome and showcase the warmth and inclusivity that defines our school community.
Families, mark your calendars for our upcoming Curriculum Night which will take place this Thursday evening! This evening is designed to provide valuable insights into the courses offered next school year for rising 7th and 8th-grade students. It's an excellent opportunity to meet teachers, ask questions, and gain a comprehensive understanding of the exciting educational journey that lies ahead.
Guess what? We're about to hit the big 100 on Thursday – the 100th day of school, that is! 🎉Reaching the 100th day is a testament to the commitment, dedication, and hard work demonstrated by our students, teachers, staff, and parents alike.
After we hit the 100….let’s cheer on our student athletes as we kick off the after-school sports basketball season with our first game at Liberty MS this Friday night. Let's come together as a community to support our teams, celebrate sportsmanship, and build lasting memories.
As we reflect on this eventful first week of the third quarter, I want to express my gratitude to the entire Stone community for your continued support. Together, we are creating an environment where our students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Let’s have a great week Panthers!
Sonya Williams
Principal
🍎Stone MS Curriculum Night
Stone Middle School rising 7th & 8th grade parent Curriculum Night will be February 8, 2024. This is a parent only event.
5:30 - 6:00 - Optional Sessions
- Parents of English Language Students (Library)
- Parents of Special Education Students (Theatre)
6:00 - 6:20 - Main Session (Gym)
6:20 - 7:00 - Electives Fair (Gym & Classrooms)
7:05 - 8:00 - Content Presentations
- Parents of 7th Graders (Theatre)
- Parents of 8th Graders (Library)
More information about Academic Advising can be found on our website, at https://stonems.fcps.edu/student-services/academic-advising.
💌National School Counseling Week - February 5th-9th
Please help us celebrate our amazing school counselors in the upcoming weeks! Our theme this year is “Stone Counselors are all Heart ♥” We would love for our students and families to send notes to their counselor to thank them for their service to our school and community!
National School Counseling Week 2024, “School Counseling: Standards-Based, Student-Focused,” sponsored by the American School Counselor Association (ASCA), will be celebrated from Feb. 5–9, 2024, to focus public attention on the unique contribution of school counselors within U.S. school systems and how students are different as a result of what school counselors do. National School Counseling Week highlights the tremendous impact school counselors can have in helping students achieve school success and plan for a career!
🍔PTSA Spirit Night @ McDonalds
- Wednesday, February 7
- 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
- 4434 Brookfield Corporate Drive, Chantilly
No flier needed. Stone MS will receive a percentage of all sales during this time…so spread the word!
🏃🏽Asha-Jyothi 5K Run
Stone Middle School is excited to announce its partnership with the Asha Jyothi Foundation. We would like to encourage you, your family and your neighbors to sign up for the fall Asha Jyothi’s 16 Fairfax 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Fun Run. We are aiming for a minimum of 100 Stone Middle School registrations!
Celebrate health and wellness while having fun and raising funds for your school. For every registration Asha-Jyothi will generously donate back ALL the money raised back to the school. Schools also can also apply for a grant for any additional needs.
Sunday, September 15, 2024
Fairfax Corner
Fun Run @ 8 a.m. | 5K Run @ 8:30 a.m.
Register Here use School Code: AJ4Schools for a small discount
Beautiful T-shirt, hand made artisan bag, medals for kids, delicious food, and foot tapping Bollywood dance/music awaits you!
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:
- Superintendent to Present Fiscal Year 2024-25 Budget
- Here Comes the Bus App
- Career Exploration Event for High School Students
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, sign up today.
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