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 Pink Out Spirit Day in support of our Stone Basketball players who hosted Liberty MS on Friday night.
Hello Stone Panther Families,
I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to express my sincere gratitude to each and every one of you who attended Friday night's basketball game. Your patience and sportsmanship did not go unnoticed, and it truly exemplifies the strong sense of community we have here at Stone Middle School. The behaviors in the stands showcased the values we hold dear – respect, sportsmanship, and unity. It was inspiring to witness the positive energy and camaraderie that filled the gymnasium. Additionally, I would like to extend my appreciation to the students for their exemplary behavior. I love my job and that is all in part to our outstanding students.
Let’s have a great week Panthers!
Sonya Williams
Principal
📆March 5 Presidential Primary
 The Fairfax Board of Elections has requested that schools be closed on Tuesday, March 5, to accommodate the safe and efficient administration of the 2024 presidential primary election.
Therefore, March 5 will be a school holiday for students and a virtual School Planning Day for teachers.
Central offices and school offices will remain open. SACC will remain open, as on other professional work days.
🌟Outstanding Stone MS Staff
We are so proud of our Stone Middle School Staff members who have been selected as the Westfield Pyramid winners in the following categories.
Outstanding Secondary Teacher: Mrs. Alison Neun
Mrs. Neun is a teacher who:
- Instills in students a desire to learn and achieve.
- Understands the individual needs of students, encourages their talents, and fosters their self-esteem.
- Showcases a thorough knowledge of subject matter and the ability to share it effectively with students.
- Proactively facilitates cooperative relationships with her colleagues, students, and the community.
- Demonstrates outstanding leadership.
Outstanding Secondary New Teacher: Mr. Michael Frasnelli
Mr. Frasnelli is a teacher who:
- Exhibits superior instructional skills
- Interacts exceptionally well with students
- Demonstratse excellent ability to communicate and engage with faculty, staff, parents and the community
- Fosters an environment where diversity in all of its forms is valued and appreciated and demonstrates keeping equity at the center of his work
📣Honor Roll Ceremony
 This past week, we celebrated our students who earned All A for the Quarter 2 marking period at our Honor Roll ceremony and donut reception. Students who earned AB Honor Roll should have received a certificate from their Panther Block teachers last week also. We are so proud of the success of all of our students who are working hard each day at Stone. Keep up the great work! Here is the YouTube link for anyone who would like to view the program.
🎓Student Services Update
Our Counseling team is continuing to meet 1:1 with every Stone student for academic advising sessions and course selections. This week, our team is beginning to meet with Rising 8th graders through their Health and PE classes.
Please remember that students can access course selection materials through their Schoology Group > Stone MS Course Selection and parents can access information on our Academic Advising website that features:
If you have any questions, please contact your child’s school counselor.
🫱🏼🫲🏽PTSA Meeting
At our February PTSA meeting, Mrs. Williams, presented to families about a newly drafted mission, vision, and belief statements.
DRAFT Belief Statement
The Stone community consists of teachers, parents, community resources and business partnerships.
We believe:
- Panthers will have noticeable growth (academic/socio-emotional) by the time they leave middle school.
- in providing a safe, equitable and positive environment for all.
- all panthers have a place at Stone.
DRAFT Mission Statement
Our mission is to support student achievement and growth through opportunities for independence, self-advocacy and exploration of passion and interests. As a school community we are committed to building positive relationships by providing a safe learning environment where students are present, resourceful, respectful, resilient, and not afraid to take risks. Stone staff partners with families and community to support students' learning and emotional growth through classroom engagement, communication, student choice, and social-emotional learning.
DRAFT Vision Statement
Our vision is to foster the growth of well-rounded individuals with academic and life skills, one student at a time.
We are still seeking feedback from the Stone community. Please feel free to share your thoughts on our Mission and Vision at https://forms.gle/K2fbJ7K8Edn4rjeVA
🏫Sully District Budget Town Hall
On behalf of School Board Member Seema Dixit and Supervisor Kathy Smith, you are invited to attend their joint Sully District Budget town hall on Thursday, February 29th, 2024, from 7:00-9:00 p.m. The town hall will be held in the Rocky Run Middle School Lecture Hall. All Sully District families, staff, students, and community members are welcome.
🩴Summer Learning Opportunities
Many students participate in summer learning opportunities to advance academically, to sharpen their skills, to learn something new, or to participate in fun fine arts and Career and Technical Education camps, institutes and academies.
Visit our Summer Learning Opportunites webpage to learn more about the opportunities for Summer 2024.
Programs include:
- Credit Recovery Academy
- Extended School Year (ESY) Services
- VIP – Value In Prevention (V.I.P) Camp
- Teens in Action
- Parktakes
- Rec-PAC
- Virginia Tech Summer Camp Opportunities
We will continue to update our Summer Learning Opportunites webpage as program information is available so be sure to check back!
📚College Partnership Program Applications Being Accepted NOW
Want to go to College? But not sure where to begin? Apply to the College Partnership Program!
The goal of the College Partnership Program is to increase the number of students, particularly first-generation and historically underrepresented students on college campuses, that enroll and succeed in college. This program is designed to support students interested in exploring, applying to, and enrolling in college. CPP focuses on academic advising, college visits, family engagement, and preparation beyond high school. Eighth grade students can currently apply for their 9th grade year. Students can access the application at: tinyurl.com/CPPAPP2024.
Applications are due by: March 15, 2024
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:
- Upcoming Webinars and Events for Families
- How Students Benefit from CTE Courses
- Supreme Court Decision Regarding TJHSST
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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