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 Hello Mustangs,
First and foremost, Happy (early) Veterans Day! It has been a short but busy week at South County Middle School. We have one day left before the schoolwide fundraiser through the PTSO ends. If your student still needs to register or consider donating, you can click here. As a reminder, we do not have school on Veterans Day this year, and the building will be closed. Thank you so much for all you do, and as always, please contact us to share any feedback, questions, or concerns. Enjoy your weekend, and we will see everyone on Tuesday, November 12, 2024.
Justin Simmons | Principal | South County Middle School
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UPCOMING DATES
November 11 - Veteran’s Day, No School
November 15 - BINGO Night
November 27-29 - Thanksgiving Holiday, No School
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Impact Aid Survey
The Impact Aid Survey is a federal grant program that provides funds to eligible school districts based on the number and type of federally connected students. An email has been sent to the enrolling parent and they will be the only one who can fill out the form. For more information and to fill out the online impact aid form please visit the impact aid page. https://www.fcps.edu/impact
As of today we have 18% of our families that have filled out the Impact Aid Form online. If you have not filled out the online form, a hard copy will be mailed home next week.
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Upcoming Student Experience Survey at South County Middle School
Our school has been selected to participate in a pilot program for FCPS’ Student Experience Survey. This survey will gather important feedback from students about their school experiences to help FCPS make meaningful improvements.
A limited number of classes in grades 6-12 will be selected to participate. However, all students in participating grades, except those who have opted out, will receive a link to the survey in their FCPS email. We will administer the survey in selected classes during the school day between Monday, December 2, and Friday, December 13. Any student may take the survey at home, if preferred. You will receive a communication with details on how to preview the survey and opt your child out, if you choose
We believe it's important to hear from our students about what we're doing well and where we can improve. This work also aligns with the five equity commitments in FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan, which focus on amplifying student voice and experiences as we work toward meeting plan goals.
Applications Open for Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Middle school students who have an aptitude and passion for STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) are encouraged to apply for admission to the Class of 2029 at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST).
The application will be available on the TJHSST Admissions Office webpage starting Monday, October 21, at 4 p.m. Applications must be started by 4 p.m. Wednesday, November 13, with a deadline to submit the application by Friday, November 15, at 4 p.m. Visit the TJHSST registration page for more information.
El lunes 21 de octubre se abren las solicitudes para la Escuela Secundaria de Thomas Jefferson para la Ciencia y la Tecnología
Se anima a los estudiantes de secundaria que tienen una aptitud y pasión por STEM (ciencia, tecnología, ingeniería y matemáticas) a solicitar la admisión en la Clase de 2029 en Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST).
La solicitud estará disponible en la página web de la Oficina de Admisiones de TJHSST a partir del lunes, 21 de octubre, a las 4 p.m. Las solicitudes deberán estar iniciadas antes de las 4 p.m. del miércoles, 13 de noviembre, y la fecha límite para presentar la solicitud será el viernes, 15 de noviembre, a las 4 p.m. Visite la página de inscripción de TJHSST para obtener más información.
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PTSO News
Thank you to everyone that donated to the Mustang Makeover Fundraiser! While we did not meet our goal we can still fund some of the amazing things that have been planned for the school. We appreciate each of you for your help!
HANGRY BURGER FUNDRAISER
Join us at Hangry Burger on November 19th from 4pm-8pm for another dine out fundraiser! They will be providing 15% of total sales! Check out their menu at hangry-burger.com.
BINGO NIGHT
Bingo Night will be here soon on November 15th from 6:30-8pm. Come join us for food, fun and games. Tickets are available at the link below and include bingo cards, a marker and a drink or $7.
https://scmsptso-105564.square.site/s/shop
ALL ACCESS PASS
The ALL ACCESS PASS to all PTSO events (except 8th grade dance) is still available!
It will include entry to:
Bingo (15 Nov, $7)
Winterfest (13 Dec, $5)
Basketball Game (7 Mar, $5)
Volleyball Game (25 Apr, $5)
TGIT (15 May, $10)
…and our first ever Teen Night ($5) which is planned for late Jan/early Feb!
*BONUS* for 8th graders! VIP entry to 8th grade dance! This pass will grant entry to a special VIP door to avoid the line!
Purchase the pass for $30! Only 50 passes available!
https://scmsptso-105564.square.site/s/shop
MEMBERS
We need you! Please consider becoming a member! We need you to help us make this a great year for the teachers and students!
https://scmsptso-105564.square.site/s/shop
PIZZA TUESDAY
If you are thinking of pizza on Tuesdays, we have a deal for you! Order online from the Papa Johns on Silverbrook road with the code SCMS4010 and you will get 40% off your order and the PTSO will get 10%!
BOX TOPS
Don't forget to scan your receipts for Box Tops. If you haven't already, download the app and select South County Middle School as your school of choice! Every little bit helps the PTSO help the School!
Our Voices, Our Future: Multilingual Learners’ Day of Service
Our Voices, Our Future: Multilingual Learners’ Day of Service will be offered for FCPS secondary students on Saturday, November 16, 2024, from 9:00-11:30 a.m. at Edison High School. Dr. José Luis Zelaya, keynote speaker at the Multilingual Learners’ Summit this past summer, will be returning as the featured guest for this student workshop. Dr. Zelaya will engage and empower students with the strengths of multilingualism, as students explore leadership skills to plan for future success. Reflective service learning practices allow students to impact their communities through advocacy, engagement, and empowerment. All FCPS secondary students who attend will earn service learning credit for participating. Students planning to attend should register and bring their FCPS laptop to the event. Light refreshments and family resources will be available for parents/caregivers during the student workshop.
District News/In Case You Missed It (ICYMI)
If you prefer to have an abbreviated way to share district news, consider sharing the language below in your newsletter. Please edit the list of topics to best fit the needs of your community.
FCPS NewsIn case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
- Fall Testing Results
- Boundary Review Community Meetings
- Resources for Families
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Tutoring Resources for Families
Is your family looking for resources to help support your child’s academic success? FCPS’ Family Resource Center (FRC) maintains a list of district employees who hold a valid Virginia teaching credential and who are available to be hired as a tutor by parents. FRC maintains this list, but families are responsible for contacting and working directly with tutors. This list is not “approved” by FCPS and is only meant as a resource.
FCPS also partners with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors' services at no cost, including weekly live online classes, on demand 24/7 chat tutoring, essay editing, study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests.
✨ FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan Goal 3: Academic Growth and Excellence, reminds us of our commitment to supporting each and every student and helping them meet or exceed high academic standards.
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