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Principal's Message
Homecoming Week is always a busy time in Bruin Nation and this week has been no different. From PJ's to mis-matched shoes, from the hallway parade to the high school pep rally, it was an exciting time. Although the parade was canceled, Bite of Braddock is still a go in the gym lobby and cafeteria.
Next Thursday is a school holiday for Rosh Hashanah. Shanah tovah to our Jewish community. And Friday, October 4 is a teacher workday and school is closed for students.
Go Bruins!
Lindsey Kearns
Rosh Hashanah
Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown on Wednesday, October 2. That day is an evening-only observance day. Important events will not be held after school.
Thursday, October 3, is a holiday for all FCPS staff. Schools and offices will be closed.
Friday, October 4, is a teacher workday and there will be no school for students.
See the complete school year calendar.
Our Schools, Our Future: Register Today for a Community Conversation!
Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid will host a series of Community Conversations this fall. She invites you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Click the dates below to register for any of the following conversations:
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Monday, September 30, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Mount Vernon Woods Elementary School.
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Monday, October 14, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Fairhill Elementary School.
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Monday, October 21, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Virginia Run Elementary School.
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Wednesday, October 30, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Herndon Middle School.
Events will take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.
In this Issue
Upcoming Events
New Information
National Honor Society
LBSS Principal's Cabinet
Testing Information
High School Information
Homecoming Dance Tickets
HS Photos are Online
Middle School Information
October 9 PSAT/SAT Day
MS Yearbook
Class of 2025 News
Important Dates
Family Liaison News
Parent Technology Workshop
Athletics and Activities News
Important Reminders
Reflection and Silent Space Accommodations
AAP Referrals
Upcoming Events
October 3 - Rosh Hashanah Holiday - school is closed
October 4 - Teacher Workday - no school for students
October 9 - PSAT/SAT Day - 2 hour early release
October 14 - Student Holiday
October 24 - Student Photo Make-ups
October 31 - End of 1st Quarter - 2-hour early release
New Information
National Honor Society
The National Honor Society 2024-2025 application period is October 18 - November 24, 2024.
To be eligible to join the NHS, a student must
- have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5
- be a sophomore, junior, or senior (freshmen are not eligible for membership)
- have a demonstrated commitment to academic excellence, community service & leadership, and be active in school and extracurricular activities.
There will be two New Member Interest Meetings: Tuesday October 22 and Thursday October 24 during WIN time in the Cafeteria.
New Member Applications will open on Friday October 18 at 3:00 on the LBSS website. Students must use their school email to access the application. The application deadline is Sunday November 24 at 5:00PM
An invitation to apply is not required. If your student has any questions, please have them contact Mr. RL Andrews at rlandrews@fcps.edu or in C-234 before or after school.
LBSS Principal's Cabinet
Monday is the last day for students to apply to service on the Principal's Cabinet. The application will close at 3:00 pm on September 30 and students will be notified the following week.
Testing Information
October 9 PSAT/SAT School Day
Just a reminder that PSAT/SAT school day administration will take place on October 9 for all 10th and 11th graders (PSAT)and registered seniors (SAT) beginning promptly at 8 am. Students arriving after 8:30 will be sent to their sub school to contact home as they will be dismissed from testing with no makeup. Please avoid scheduling appointments or travel on this day.
The Digital Readiness took place during Advisory on Wednesday, September 25. Students received a ticket that provides an opportunity to take a full length practice test on their own time. If your student did not complete the lesson, please have them speak to their Advisory teacher. This must be completed no later than October 1.
Students must take the PSAT/SAT on their school issued Chromebook and loaners are not available. If you did not check out a device, it is advised students visit the tech office, B122, to check out their device. Do not wait!!!! Personal devices are prohibited by College Board for the in school administration. If students arrive for testing without their school issued device, they will be dismissed from testing with no makeup. An eNotify was sent out providing information regarding charger distribution. If you have not picked up a charger, please go to the tech office.
High School Information
Tickets Still Available for Homecoming Dance
Ticket sales are still going on. Be sure to purchase your ticket before the dance on Saturday the 28th (from 8:00-11:00). Tickets are available on E-tix! There will be no sales at the door. Be sure to bring a photo ID that matches the name on your ticket in order to enter the dance!
HS Photos Are Online
The team at Victor O’Neill Studios would like to thank your school for a great picture day!
We are reaching out to inform you that student images are now online. If your school provided emails to the VOS team, please let parents know to be on the lookout for an email from Victor O'Neill Studios. If they do not see it in their inbox, check the spam/junk folder. Please share the information below with your parents:
Any student who has not had a chance to order, it’s not too late! Please visit: vosphoto.com/underclass. use your student ID when prompted for the online code.
For questions regarding school pictures please email: underclass@vosphoto.com
Middle School Information
October 9 PSAT/SAT Day
Wednesday, October 9 will be an early release day as some high school students will be taking the PSAT/SAT. MS students attending school on Wednesday, October 9 will have the following bell schedule.
Bell Schedule for October 9th
Middle School ONLY
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Period 4
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8:00-9:26
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Period 6
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9:33-10:58
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Period 8
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11:05-12:30
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Grab-N-Go Lunch
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12:30-12:45
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*Please note there will be no PERIOD 2 Advisory/WIN.
Middle School Yearbook
ATTENTION MIDDLE SCHOOL PARENTS!!
Now is the time to order your Middle School yearbook. You can buy it for $36 from now until 12/31.Beginning in 2025 prices will increase! If you order now, you can also get a special name plate to add to your cover. The yearbook will not be available until next May. So, put your order in now before they sell out! Here is a link: https://prod.yboc.varsity.com/. Be sure to use the code 13596 to place your order for the Middle School yearbook.
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Class of 2025 News
Important Dates
Graduation: June 4, 2025 -- 9:30 am
Senior Photo Sessions:
October 14 -- 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
October 31 -- 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
November 4 -- 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
November 11 -- 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
November 12 -- 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Senior Meetings and Senior Family Meetings
The date of the Fall Senior Meeting has been moved to Friday, October 11 from 8:00-9:30 am in the Little Theatre.
The Senior Family Meeting is on Tuesday, October 15 at 7:00 pm, is in the Cafeteria, not the Little Theatre.
Family Liaison News
Please stay up-to-date with our Family Liaisons on our web site. There you will find our weekly newsletters.
https://lakebraddockss.fcps.edu/student-services/information-our-family-liaisons
The Family Liaisons at Lake Braddock Secondary School, Sue Kwan and Alejandra Pena-Ulloa would like to invite you to the Parent Technology Workshop on Tuesday October 1st from 7:00-8:30pm at the School Library (enter through door 1), we will work on: ParentVUE/SIS account, School Attendance Procedure in ParentVUE, Schoology, E-Hall pass system, Talking Points, Digital Resource Consent Form and other resources. Space is limited, please register by Friday September 27th using this link: https://forms.gle/UkvRm4D6Bzx61wZ47
Athletics and Activities News
Learn more about our Student Activities Program!
lakebraddockbruins.com
LBSS News You Choose (Sign up and select Athletics & Activities)
Important Reminders
Reflection and Silent Space Accommodations
As we begin a new school year, let’s be mindful of the Expectations for Meditation and Silent Reflection Accommodation Regulation. This new regulation was developed last Spring to ensure that students and staff, regardless of religious backgrounds, have reasonable accommodations and access to meditation and silent reflection spaces within their school or building. This effort aligns with the FCPS’ commitment to providing students and staff with a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally responsive work environment.
Students are only permitted to use Meditation and Silent Reflection rooms during instructional time when a request cannot be accommodated in any other way that does not impact instruction. Parents/caregivers must provide written permission for students to miss instructional time regularly.
If you would like to give permission for your child to miss instructional time for prayer or meditation, please complete this form.
The Fall window for Full-time AAP Referrals Closes on October 15, 2024
Parents/guardians of students in seventh or eighth grade who meet the below requirements and would like their student considered for full-time advanced academic programs may submit the AAP Full-Time (Level IV) Referral Form to our Advanced Academics Resource Teacher, Julie Green, jagreen@fcps.edu, no later than October 15, 2024.
Requirements for Fall AAP Screening:
- Students new to FCPS schools as of January 1, 2024 - October 15, 2024
- A family enrolling in one of FCPS schools for the first time
- A family re-enrolling a child in FCPS schools after being gone last school year (regardless of where they lived)
- A child who was enrolled in FCPS in Kindergarten - 3rd grade left and re-enrolled in FCPS schools in 7th grade.
Forms for full-time referrals are available on the AAP Forms Page. No late referrals for Full-Time AAP services will be accepted.
For more information, please visit the Advanced Academic Programs website.
FCPS News
FCPS Trust Policy Supports Caring Culture
Fairfax County Public Schools is proud of its caring culture and strives to provide a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space for all students and families. The FCPS Trust Policy solidifies this commitment and aligns with Fairfax County Goverment's Public Trust and Confidentiality Policy. It ensures that FCPS students and families can access FCPS benefits and services without fear that information will be disclosed, directly or indirectly, to federal immigration officials. Please visit FCPS’ Trust Policy webpage to learn more about the policy and regulation in multiple languages.
The 2023-30 Strategic Plan — Goal 2: Safe, Supported, Included, Empowered
The Office of Food and Nutrition Services' updates to lunch menus align with FCPS’ Strategic Plan Goal #2 - Safe, Supported, Included, and Empowered. The new menu options reflect the many voices and cultures represented around every FCPS lunch table!
FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan sets five main goals to create positive change in the division. These goals show where we should focus our attention and will help us align our efforts.
As part of the second goal, we want each and every student to feel like they belong and have the support they need to thrive. See how Goal 2 is being put into practice.
FCPS This Week
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
- Accessing Intervention Plans
- Students to Be Surveyed on Social-Emotional Learning
- Update Immunizations Today!
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
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