 Hello Mustangs,
Can you believe we are just one week away from spring break? Where did the time go? Additionally, we have some exciting news to share – our Concert Green Orchestra, Intermezzo Orchestra, Symphonic Orchestra, Concert Band, and Symphonic Band earned the highest rating in the State of Virginia, SUPERIOR, at their State Assessment Performances this past weekend! We know these talented students worked tirelessly to achieve this level of success, and we are so proud of them! As always, thank you so much for your support, and please let us know if you have any questions, feedback, or concerns. Enjoy your weekend!
Justin Simmons | Principal | South County Middle School
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UPCOMING DATES
Monday, March 25-Friday, March 29 - Spring Break
Monday, April 1-Tuesday, April 2 - Teacher Workdays, No School for Students
Wednesday, April 10 - No School, Eid al-Fitr
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FCPS Principal Evaluation Parent/Guardian Feedback Form
On Monday, March 18, South County Middle School parents/guardians will be sent an email containing a link to complete the online FCPS Principal Evaluation Parent/Guardian Feedback Form. This questionnaire is part of the VDOE-mandated Performance Evaluation Program for principals and offers parents/guardians an opportunity to provide anonymous input about various topics related to our school. These topics include how the principal demonstrates/impacts instructional leadership, school climate, management, communication and community relations, culturally responsive and equitable leadership, and professionalism within the school.
The questionnaire will be administered between March 18 and April 5. When you receive an email from FCPS Surveys, please take a few minutes to complete the questionnaire. Your feedback matters!
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PE Spirit Wear
Please consider sporting some new South County Spirit Wear and helping the PE department fund new equipment! The online store is open now and closes Friday March 22nd before Spring Break! All orders will be delivered at school in April 😊
SCMS Spirit « Order School Stuff
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Food for Neighbors
Thanks to the incredible donation by Food for Neighbors we have food packs available for students to bring home for Spring Break. If you would be interested in your student(s) receiving these please fill out the survey below. On the survey, please select if you prefer to pick it up during the week, or if you want it provided to your student at the end of the day Friday. If you have any questions, please contact Jenny Payne at japayne2@fcps.ed.
Food Packs
College Partnership Program
Do you have a student in the 8th grade who wants to go to college? If so, they should consider applying to the College Partnership Program (CPP), which offers support as students explore the idea of going to college! While the original deadline to apply is March 15, 2024, SCMS 8th grade students can apply until March 22, 2024.
CPP offers programming to help prepare students and families from 9th grade all the way through applying to and enrolling in college, including:
- Academic counseling;
- College visits;
- Help with completing college and scholarship applications;
- Monthly meetings;
- Parent education sessions;
- SAT preparation classes;
- A summer overnight experience on a college campus; and
- News and information related to colleges and careers via Schoology.
All students are eligible and encouraged to apply to this program, and are expected to meet the following requirements:
- Maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher in core classes
- Attend CPP activities
- Are willing to pursue advanced coursework
- Demonstrate leadership in school or community activities
The goal of the program is to systematically mitigate the impact of barriers to access and opportunity, and support students who are from populations that are historically underrepresented on college campuses. This includes students who are the first in their family to attend college in the U.S., English language learners, students who are economically disadvantaged, and students with disabilities.
Students can click HERE to apply, as the application will only work for a student’s fcpsschools.net account.
All applications will be submitted ONLINE ONLY.
Student Laptops
Effective after spring break South County Middle School will start charging students for broken assigned student laptops. This will apply to damage above superficial wear and tear of the device.
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Laptop
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$444
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LCD Screen Replacement
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$80
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Keyboard Replacement
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$14
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Laptop Fan
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$6
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Top/Bottom Cover
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$30
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Palm rest/Keyboard (all in one)
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$52
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Screen
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$89
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Please remind and work with your students to ensure that they are being responsible users of the school equipment.
As a reminder you are able to opt your student out of the FCPSOn laptop program if you choose to. However, we do have a laptop for everyone.
Let us know if you have any questions or concerns.
Ramadan
As stated in the FCPS News, students will need parent/guardian permission to utilize the prayer room during instructional time. During Ramadan (March 11 – April 9), the preferred location for prayer (B106-Orchestra Room) will be available to students from 1:20-1:40p. Again, parent/guardian permission will need to be given and teachers will know if students in their class are participating. Please contact Jenny Payne (japayne2@fcps.edu) for any additional information or questions.
Meditation and Silent Reflection Sign-up
 Family Engagement Survey
If you haven’t already, please take FCPS’ Family Engagement Survey today! Survey results will help us to better recognize, understand, respect, and address family strengths and needs in our school community.
Survey topics include:
- Welcoming environment
- Communication
- Student success
- Advocacy
- Family and school partnerships
- Community partnerships
The survey is available in 10 languages. Please check your email for a message from our partner, K12 Insight, with a link to the survey or access the survey now. Your voice matters!
🕛 Extended Hours at Immunization Clinics
To help parents/caregivers obtain vaccinations for their children, the Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) will offer immunization clinics with extended hours:
Parents/caregivers should make an appointment, but a limited number of walk-ins will be accepted. Please call 703-246-7100 to schedule an appointment.
Learn more about vaccinating your child and find community resources to support their health and well-being.
Note: All students enrolling in public and private schools in Virginia are required to be adequately immunized per the Code of Virginia.
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