 The Liberty Ledger
Providing students and parents with the important updates and report of events happening at LMS.
Important Dates:
Liberty's Picture Day
Picture Day will take place on Tuesday, September 24th and Wednesday, September 25th. Students will have their picture taken during their PE class as outlined below:
Tuesday, September 24th - Periods 1, 3, 5, 7
Wednesday, September 25th - Periods 2, 4, 6
We will be working with Lifetouch and will share more details as they become available. If you are able to volunteer to assist with either or both dates, please complete this Google Form. Questions can be directed to Sarah Letina, Assistant Principal, at scletina@fcps.edu."
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Liberty Middle School PTA
Thank you to so many families for supporting LMS last week at our Fire Safety Event and Bingo Night!
Did you Know we were a Box Tops for Education School?
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Click to join the PTA today
Events coming up:
· Next PTA Meeting: October 10th at 7:00 P.M.
· Trunk or Treat: October 25th (more info to come)
· Spirit Night: Panera Bread at the Colonnade in Clifton: October 1st
PTA Sponsors:
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World Language Credit Exam
Register for the World Language Credit Exam
The World Languages Credit by Exam is an optional test for students in grades 7-12 who can speak and write (type) proficiently in a language other than English. Based on the results of the exam, they can earn 1, 2,
and/or 3 passing world language credits. The 2024 World Language Credit Exam will be administered at Liberty Middle School in November. Specific dates and classroom locations will be provided closer to exam days.
Registration is open now and closes on Friday, October 4th at 4 p.m. Late registration will not be accepted. Please click on the link below to get more information including the list of languages offered on the exam and how to register.
World Language Credit Exam Info
If you have any questions, please contact your counselor.
Raychal Hart (rlhart@fcps.edu) Pride/Wizards
Shirley Alvarez-Leon (SAlvarezLeon@fcps.edu) Patriots/Comets
Rachael Lee (rhlee4@fcps.edu) Explorers
Scott Steele (srsteele@fcps.edu) Navigators/Eagles
Parent Coffee:
DATE CHANGE!!
Brewing Success: Empowering Families with Resources for your Middle School Student”
Thursday, September 26th, 8:00 AM, Liberty MS Library
Join our Student Services Team for a parent coffee! Our school counselors will share a rich blend of tools, programs, and strategies designed to support students on their educational journey. The discussion kicks off with a focus on providing resources and stirring in the right ingredients for academic success. We will have a special guest from the Family Resource Center, Dr. Milman, to share additional resources. It’s a chance to discuss challenges, celebrate successes, and collaborate on brewing up the best possible support for each student. So, grab your mug and join the conversation! Please click on this link to RSVP and we look forward to seeing you on the 26th!
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST) Orientation Event
Join us on October 8th from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM at Liberty Middle School for an exciting orientation hosted by Thomas Jefferson High School! This event is a great opportunity for our current 8th graders to learn more about future high school experiences. Discover the unique programs, extracurricular activities, and academic opportunities that Thomas Jefferson High School has to offer. They also discuss the application process and important dates to help you prepare. Don't miss this chance to get a head start on your high school journey!
SEL Screener:
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) believes in supporting social and emotional learning (SEL) for all students. In FCPS, students use a tool called the SEL Screener to think about their own SEL skills and experiences at school. Liberty Middle School students in grades 7th and 8th grade will be participating in the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener in the Fall and Spring.
After each screening, results are available in the Documents tab of SIS ParentVUE and mailed to families without a ParentVUE account. For more information about the SEL Screener including information on opting out please see the attached Parent Notification. You can also learn more on the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage.
FCPS Parent Notification and Opt Out Packet
Parent Digital Consent Application
Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage
Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-English.pdf
Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-Arabic.pdf
Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-Chinese.pdf
Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-Korean.pdf
Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-Spanish.pdf
Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-Urdu.pdf
Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-Vietnamese.pdf
Vision Screening Volunteers:
Please review the available slots below for vision and hearing mass screening, Screening will be held during PE class period. No experience needed. Thank you for considering.
Click here to volunteer!
Liberty Library Amazon Wishlist:
Please consider helping the Liberty Library by purchasing off our Amazon wish list. Students love to use these items in the library makerspace and during lunches. Additionally, if you have MagnaTiles or PicassoTiles that your family is no longer using, I would love them for the library!
Click here for Amazon Wishlist!
Materials Review Committee
We are seeking parent volunteers to serve on our Materials Review Committee. Committee members will read or watch the texts that teachers submit for approval to ensure that it is age appropriate for students. We will also meet monthly to discuss the texts prior to completing the required forms.
Please reach out to Maggie Wickham at mpwickham@fcps.edu if interested in serving on the committee this year.
Free and Reduced-Price Meals:
Learn more about the criteria and process to apply for free or reduced-price breakfast and lunch.
If you have children eligible for the federal Free and Reduced-Price Meals program, they may also be eligible to participate in other Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) fee-based programs without paying a fee or by paying a reduced fee (e.g fees associated with elective classes).
To learn more and apply online click here : https://www.fcps.edu/frm
The free and reduced-price meals application also includes a section where you provide consent to share information allowing FCPS staff (School Principal, school counselors and other FCPS program staff) to share information about your children's meal eligibility status.
Information received by FCPS staff will only be used for the purposes described in the application.
Questions or Concerns?
If you have any questions regarding resources like food and family assistance, please contact Sarah Hughes, School Social Worker at shughes@fcps.edu or visit our Social Worker Page.
Helpful Resources
LMS Administrative Team
Principal: Adam Erbrecht | AWErbrecht@fcps.edu
Assistant Principal: Gregory Hall | GHall3@fcps.edu
Assistant Principal: Jennifer Filsinger | JLFilsinger@fcps.edu
Assistant Principal: Sarah Letina | SCLetina@fcps.edu
Director of Student Services: Valerie Peters | VCPeters@fcps.edu
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