Longfellow Science Olympiad Team Wins 7th Place at National Tournament!
We are thrilled to announce that Longfellow's Science Olympiad team won 7th place at the National Tournament held at Michigan State University on Saturday, May 25th. The team won multiple medals, including 2nd Place in Dynamic Planet, 3rd Place in Fossils, 4th Place in Air Trajectory, and 5th Place in both Tower and Wind Power. A huge accomplishment is that the team placed in the top 20 in 19 of the 23 scored events (and in all 3 of the trial events)!
The following students are members of this year's Science Olympiad team: Tala A., Cleary C., Anna C., Ben C., Mohan E., Benjamin G., Molly H., Karrie H., Gavin K., Myra K., Chaemin K., Lauren K., Noah K., Alex L., Joshua L., Linda L., Yanling L., Knox M., Timothy O., Charlie P., Nikitha R., Juliet S., Neel S., Edward S., Andrew T., Grant X., Anne Z., Elaine Z., Emma Z., and Michael Z. The team is coached by Susan Boomer and Julie Cox.
We are proud of you, Longfellow Science Olympiad!
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CALENDAR EVENTS
 A Conversation with Mr. Huang About Success
What is success and failure in the academic world? Do their definitions change over time or stay the same? How does one navigate the complex road to college and beyond with a clear mind? Former Longfellow teacher, Eugene Huang, is returning to LMS to share his experiences on the topic of success. In his 18 years teaching math at Longfellow MS, Mr. Huang has witnessed numerous stories of academic perfection, failure, and everything in between. As a Taiwanese American who grew up in McLean, Mr. Huang also offers a unique perspective on the concerns of Asian-American students and parents in our community. In honor of Asian Pacific Heritage Month, we invite parents and students, especially families of Asian backgrounds, to hear what he has to say. The event is Thursday, May 30th at 6:00 PM in the library.
8th Grade Summer Bash Class Party-June 7th
The 8th Grade class is invited to celebrate the end of middle school with a class party on June 7th, from 6pm-8pm at Longfellow Middle School. Tickets for the event are $40 and can be purchased between now and May 31st, 2024. There will be NO ticket sales at the event. Get your tickets now by visiting this link, Party Tickets.
There will be games, food, a DJ, and more!
For questions related to the party, please reach out to Lorin Allan (Lowwie@aol.com) and/or Bernadette Nowinsk (Bernadette_Nowinski@yahoo.com)
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AFTER SCHOOL CORNER
Last day of after school activities and late buses is this Thursday, May 30th.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
FCPSOn laptop
If your student is enrolled in an FCPS-sponsored summer program, they should keep the device currently issued to them through the end of the summer program. They will then need to return the device to Longfellow when the program is finished (i.e., not at the end of the summer or the beginning of the next school year).
Parent Permission to Retest, Spring Standards of Learning (SOL) Tests
The Virginia Board of Education allows certain elementary and middle school students who fail Standards of Learning (SOL) tests by a narrow margin to retake the test before the end of the school year. Retesting is available when a student fails their first attempt with a score of 375-399. (A score of 400 is considered passing for SOL tests).
Parent/guardian permission is required for the school to retest any student in grades 3-8. If you believe that your student would benefit from a second opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge and skills on the spring SOL test, please complete this permission form and submit it to the school. A decision not to allow retesting will not impact your student's course grade or academic record.
See the notification of testing letter at https://www.fcps.edu/node/42716 for more information about the SOL tests given in grades 3-8.
Let's Finish the School Year Strong!
Student attendance at school is important all year long, up to the last day of school. Attendance has an effect on student performance and on school accreditation. See how to:
• Check your child’s attendance record.
• Help your student stay engaged at school.
• Report future absences.
• Understand the FCPS school calendar.
Learn more about attendance resources.
Required Immunizations for Rising 7th and 12th Graders
Immunizations are required for all students entering 7th and 12th grades this fall. Visit the FCPS immunization webpage to learn about the required vaccines.
Caregivers should ask their private healthcare provider or the health department to review their student's immunization record to ensure that their student has received these required immunizations.
It is important to schedule immunizations early in the summer, as seventh-grade students must submit documentation of the Tdap and Meningococcal vaccines before they begin school in August. Twelfth-grade students must submit documentation of the Meningococcal vaccine.
Get more information on all student immunization requirements.
Don’t Forget to Check Your Student’s Lunch Balance!
It’s a busy time of year, and we know there are many priorities on families’ plates. As we approach the end of the school year, it is important to remember to check your students’ MySchoolBucks account and pay any remaining school meal balance.
Families that earn less than 185% of poverty level qualify for free and reduced-price meals. However, an application must be completed and submitted each school year to receive that benefit. The application for the 2024-25 school year will be available this summer.
If families have a current balance and think they may be eligible for free and reduced-price meals, please fill out the FRM application for the 2022-23 school year. Get more information about free and reduced-price lunch.
Student Testing Results Coming Soon
Later this month, you will begin receiving your child’s spring assessment results. If you aren’t sure what assessments your child took this year, view this list of tests by grade level on FCPS’ website.
How the results are delivered depends on the test. Scores will be posted in SIS ParentVUE, or sent by mail or from the school or testing organization. Learn what to expect regarding assessment reporting practices and timelines.
Visit FCPS’ website for additional information about student assessments, including what each assessment is testing for and how to interpret the test results. Caregivers should contact their children’s teacher with any testing questions.
New SOL Growth Reports for Grade 3-8 Tests
Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) test results, along with other student data, help demonstrate in which subjects or topics students may need additional academic support.
In order to help interpret SOL results for parents, the Virginia Department of Education has released new Standards of Learning Growth Parent Reports for families of students who took grade 3-8 SOL math and reading tests this spring.
The Growth Parent Report ties together scores from fall and winter Virginia Growth Assessments (VGA) with the student’s current spring SOL results to show their trend in academic progress this year.
Learn how to understand your student’s grade 3-8 SOL results and find resources to support their ongoing learning.
Support Your Child’s Success in SIS ParentVUE
Signing up for a SIS ParentVUE account helps you to support your child’s academic success. Caregivers can view important information in ParentVUE such as attendance, grades, progress reports, and assessment scores.
Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. A SIS ParentVUE app is available for Apple and Android devices.
Need help creating a SIS ParentVUE account? This video explains the steps. Find out more. To create a new account, please contact Dania Paz at dlpaz@fcps.edu for an activation letter.
If you already have an account, be sure your contact information is up-to-date. Parents/guardians can update their phone numbers or email addresses in the Parent/Guardian section. View more information.
PARENT INFORMATION
NJHS Announcement
National Junior Honor Society applications were emailed to eligible students on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. Students are eligible for membership if they have a minimum GPA of at least 3.75 (not rounded) at the end of the third quarter of seventh grade. Please have your child check their fcpsschools.net account for an application. Completed applications are due on Monday, June 10th. Any application not received by that date will not be accepted. The link provided to students will only work for them. Parents will not be able to complete the application.
There will be an optional parent information meeting held at Longfellow Middle School on Wednesday, May 29th. The meeting will start at 5:30PM and will be held in the library. During the meeting we will give parents a quick overview of NJHS and clarification of service.
McLean HS Freshmen Orientation: Thursday, August 15 @ 9:00am
Mark your calendars! Students attending McLean High School in the 2024-2025 school year are invited to the Freshmen Orientation on Thursday, August 15th at 9:00am. More information will be shared later in the summer from McLean directly.
Student Bus Passes Offer Free Transportation All Year
All Fairfax County middle and high school students can get a Student Bus Pass SmarTrip card to ride the Fairfax Connector and Fairfax CUE buses for free! With the pass, fares are free from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week, all year. Learn more about the Student Pass. Complete the application and return it to our front office.
Our students can ride Metrobus for free, in addition to the Fairfax Connector and City of Fairfax CUE. Visit the Fairfax County website for details and approved Metrobus routes. Complete the application and return it to your school office.
Children 12 and younger ride for free on Fairfax Connector with a paying adult.
McLean HS Youth Lacrosse Clinic
McLean High School Lacrosse is offering a Youth Lacrosse Summer Clinic for Rising 3rd - Rising 8th grade boys from June 24th- 28th. This half-day, week long clinic will be at McLean High School’s Stadium field and will include stick skills, fun drills, and some scrimmages. Attendees will be instructed by McLean Lacrosse Coaches and Players. The clinic is $250 and proceeds support McLean Lacrosse. All skill levels are welcome. Register today to learn more about the game and improve skills in a fun and supportive environment. https://www.mcleanlacrosse.org/youth-clinics
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