Music Department Extravaganza
Our music department and students did a phenomenal job yesterday during our Music Concert. We appreciate the work of our music team! There were over 200 students showcasing their vocal and instrumental talents. We are so proud of them.
Thank You Sigma Fraternity
Our teachers and staff were acknowledged and shown appreciation from the Theta Tau Chapter of the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity. This was an extended Teacher and Staff Appreciation lunch that everyone enjoyed. Thanks Sigmas!!
EOY Parties
It’s that time of year for end of year parties. Please see the schedule below and plan accordingly. Reach out to your child’s teacher if you have questions.
| Grade |
Date |
Time |
Space |
| Kindergarten |
June 7 |
9:30-11:30 |
Left Side |
| First |
June 3 |
9:30-11:30 |
Left Side |
| Second |
June 6 |
9:15-11:15 |
Right Side |
| Third |
June 7 |
9:30-11:30 |
Right Side |
| Fourth |
June 7 |
1:45-3:15 |
Left Side |
| Fifth |
June 6 |
2:00-3:15 |
In Classrooms |
| Six Grade Day |
June 10 |
10:00-3:15 |
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Fairfax County is hosting its 1st Puzzle Hunt!
When: Launches June 15, 2024
The Solving Fun Puzzle Pals have been hard at work, creating an exhilarating adventure for puzzle solvers. We are thrilled to announce the Fairfax County Puzzle Hunt, a unique community event that will take you on a journey to the wonderful parks in Fairfax County. Starting this summer, solve one puzzle or do them all. Puzzles are filled with creative thinking, logic, and wordplay. They are designed to be challenging and accessible for all skill levels. Solve the puzzles and then find clues at the parks for a final meta-puzzle. Walk, bike, and roll at our wonderful local parks with friends and family. For more information go to www.solvingfun.com/fairfax. Thank you for your help and support.
News From the Health Room
The school health room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than the student dismissal time on the last day of school. Medication left in the health room after that time will be destroyed. It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian. Medication cannot be sent home with your student. If your student will be enrolled in a summer program sponsored by Fairfax County Public Schools, the existing medication authorization form(s) may be used for the summer program, but you will need to pick up the medication on or before the last day of school and deliver the medication and completed forms to the summer learning site on the first day of the summer program. Please let the health room know if you would like a copy of the form(s).
If you have any questions, please contact your School Public Health Nurse, Melissa Ford, at 571-460-9749.
South County Middle School Spirit Wear
The South County Middle School PTSO has SCMS Spirit Wear for sale to all current 6th grade students. Use the link below to place your order.
https://sportsplusteam.chipply.com/SouthCountyMiddleSchool/
School Board Votes to Adopt Fiscal Year 2025 Approved Budget
The Fairfax County School Board voted to adopt Fairfax County Public Schools’ (FCPS) Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Approved Budget at their last board meeting. The FY 2025 Approved Budget totals $3.7 billion — a net increase of $233.2 million or 6.6% over the previous year.
The FY 2025 Approved Budget focuses on providing educational excellence for all students and ensuring that employees’ hard work and dedication are acknowledged through competitive compensation. Both of these efforts fully align with the FCPS 2023-30 Strategic Plan.
Nearly 86% of the Approved Budget is targeted at instruction. Key budget highlights include funding for a 4% compensation increase for all employees; maintaining existing class size formulas and providing necessary support to all students; and expanding athletics offerings, additional athletic trainers, and enhanced stipends for fine and performing arts.
Read the news release.
La Junta Escolar Vota para Adoptar el Presupuesto Aprobado para el Año Fiscal 2025
La Junta Escolar del Condado de Fairfax adoptó el Presupuesto Aprobado para el Año Fiscal 2025 de las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax (FCPS). El Presupuesto Aprobado para el Año Fiscal 2025 asciende a $3.7 billones - un aumento neto de $233.2 millones o 6.6% sobre el año anterior. El presupuesto aprobado para el año fiscal 2025 se centra en proporcionar excelencia educativa a todos los estudiantes y en garantizar que el trabajo duro y la dedicación de los empleados se reconozcan mediante una remuneración competitiva. Ambos esfuerzos se alinean completamente con el Plan Estratégico FCPS 2023-30. Casi 86% del Presupuesto Aprobado está dirigido a la instrucción. Los puntos claves del presupuesto incluyen fondos para un aumento de compensación de 4% para todos los empleados; manteniendo las fórmulas existentes de tamaño de clases y proveyendo apoyo necesario a todos los estudiantes; y expandiendo las ofertas de atletismo, entrenadores de atletismo adicionales, y estipendios mejorados para bellas artes y artes escénicas. Lea el comunicado de prensa.
Online Campus Summer Registration Closing Soon!
Registration for summer classes with FCPS' Online Campus will close on Friday, June 7. Online campus courses are for students in grades 7-12. Email OnlineCampus@fcps.edu or call 703-503-7781 with any questions.
Other Summer Learning Opportunities Chantilly Academy will host an AFA CyberCamp from Monday, June 24, to Friday, June 28, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. This camp would be a great fit for rising fifth through eighth graders of all skill levels interested in learning more about the importance of cybersecurity and gaining skills to protect themselves and others from cyber threats. Discounts are available for students eligible for free and reduced-price meals. Visit the camp website for more information.
Registration is also still available for the Institute for the Arts (IFTA) and Elementary-IFTA (E-IFTA) arts camps, and Credit Recovery Academy.
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.
¡Terminemos Bien el Año Escolar!
La asistencia de los estudiantes a la escuela es importante durante todo el año, hasta el último día de clase. La asistencia influye en el rendimiento de los estudiantes y en la acreditación de la escuela. Vea cómo hacerlo:
- Comprobar el registro de asistencia de su hijo.
- Ayudar a su hijo a seguir asistiendo a clase.
- Reportar futuras ausencias.
- Entender el calendario escolar de FCPS.
Aprenda más sobre los recursos de asistencia.
Early Dismissal on the Last Day of School
The last day of school is Wednesday, June 12. All secondary and high schools will have a two-hour day with dismissal at 10 or 10:10 a.m. Elementary and middle schools will be dismissed two hours early. Silverbrook will dismiss at 1:35pm.
Lost and Found
Please have students pick up their items in the Lost and Found. The pile is getting denser. We’d like for students to have their items before the end of the year. Feel free to stop by and retrieve your child’s items.
Mark Your Calendar
June 12- Last Day of School 2-hour early release (1:30)
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