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2:30Holmes Calendar
- Wednesday, 11/27 - Friday, 11/29 - NO SCHOOL / Thanksgiving
- Wednesday, 12/4 - PTA Meeting with Assistant Superintendent Dr. Boyd and School Board Member Dr. Ricardy Anderson
- Wednesday, 12/4 - Wednesday, 12/11 - Winter Book Fair
- Friday, 12/6, 7PM - Musical
- Saturday, 12/7, 2PM and 7PM - Musical
- Wednesday, 12/11, 7PM - Winter Chorus Concert
- Thursday, 12/12, 6:45PM-8PM - Comprehensive School Boundary Review at Annandale HS
- Tuesday, 12/17, 7PM - Winter Band Concert
- Wednesday, 12/18, 7PM - Winter Orchestra Concert
- Friday, 12/20 - Winter Arts Showcase
- Monday, 12/23/24 - Friday, 1/3/25 - NO SCHOOL / Winter Break
Hello Families,
Winter Book Fair
Get ready! This Winter 2024 Book Fair is going to be epic! We've turned up the volume with more fun, more choices and more excitement! Remember - every purchase supports our school! Students will be coming to the Book Fair with their English or Social Studies classes, however; they can also purchase books before and after school and during lunch! The Book Fair starts on Wednesday, 12/4 and ends on Wednesday, 12/11! The location is the Holmes MS Library.
Please see below for some important information.
Book Fair Website: All the information you need will be on the website, however, some important links are below as well!
eWallet: Set up an eWallet for your child.
Volunteer: Sign-up to volunteer at the Book Fair.
Preview: Get a sneak peek at some of the Book Fair titles!
Book Fair Contact: Librarian, Jennifer Blanco (jlblanco1@fcps.edu)
The Book Fair will be open to families the following dates/times:
Come see Disney’s Newsies Jr. at Holmes Middle School!
When powerful newspaper publishers raise prices at newsboys’ expense, the charismatic Jack Kelly rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions. Together, the newsies learn that they are stronger united and create a movement to fight for what’s right.
Performances will be held Friday, December 6 at 7pm and Saturday, December 7 at 2pm and 7pm.
$5 for students, $8 for adults.
Tickets may be purchased ahead of time by clicking here. Pending availability tickets will also be for sale at the door.
Now is the time to “Seize the Day” and come see this incredible show!
Full time AAP referral
Parents/guardians of students in Grades 6-7 who would like their student to be considered for Full-Time advanced academic programs may submit the AAP Full-Time Referral Form to Mary Keane makeane@fcps.edu no later than December 15, 2024.
The window for families to submit a referral for Full-Time AAP services is the first day of school through December 15, annually. Forms for Full-Time and part-time referrals are available on the AAP Forms Page. No late referrals for Full-Time AAP services will be accepted.
Submitting a referral form for Full-Time AAP will initiate a process that begins at the local school and is then completed at the central office level. Our school will put together a portfolio that includes multiple data which are considered holistically. At the central office level, a committee of six trained professionals from various schools and roles will review the portfolio materials to determine eligibility for Full-Time placement. Eligibility decisions are communicated by early April. Parents may request a copy of the portfolio that was submitted after they have been turned in for central selection by emailing Mary Keane makeane@fcps.edu
Referrals for Subject-Specific and Part-Time AAP are screened at the local school. If you miss this deadline, your student can still be screened for Subject-Specific AAP or Part-Time AAP for the remainder of the year and submit a referral for Full-Time AAP next fall.
For more information, please visit the Advanced Academic Programs website.
Wishing you all a joyful and restful Thanksgiving holiday filled with family, friends, and gratitude.
Sincerely,
Serena Giron
Principal
At our PTA meeting on Wednesday, December 4 at 6:30, Dr. Anderson (Mason School Representative) and Dr. Boyd (Region 6 Superindendent) will be present to share their insights about this school year and answer community questions. We will host the meeting in person in the library as well as on Zoom.
To submit any questions in advance (which ensures they will be addressed), please take a moment to complete this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf43FBkzb769D3B9Yt6zfAqOCAguacVRPOUYtroKM_frNh7OQ/viewform?usp=sf_link
As a token of appreciation, Lifetouch is offering discounts on school photography!
- 50% off a purchase of $50+ with code USNOV50
- 40% off a purchase of $40+ with code USNOV40
- 30% off a purchase of $30+ with code USNOV30
Valid through 12/1/24
To order, log in to your account on mylifetouch.com or create an online account. Don't forget to order your FREE Digital SmileSafe card! More about the Smilesafe program here.
All Day Absence:
1. Use ParentVUE. Log in and click “Report Absence.” Don’t Have a SIS ParentVUE Account Yet? Contact your school for an activation code and follow the directions on the SIS ParentVUE Account webpage.
OR
2. Call the attendance line on 703-658-5919 and leave a message with spelling of your student's first and last names, your name and relationship to the student, and a reason for absence.
OR
3. Send an email to holmesmiddle.attendance@fcps.edu with your student's first and last names, your name and relationship to the student, and a reason for absence.
Partial Absence:
To report late arrivals, early dismissals, or to update already submitted attendance
1. Call the attendance line on 703-658-5919 and leave a message with spelling of your student's first and last names, and a reason for late arrival or early dismissal.
OR
2. Send an email to holmesmiddle.attendance@fcps.edu with your student's first and last names, your name and relationship to the student, and a reason for late arrival or early dismissal.
To request a bus pass for your student, please email the front office at holmesmiddle.attendance@fcps.edu no later than 1:30 PM. Additionally, ensure front office has consent from the parent of the student to whose house your child will be traveling, as this is required for approval.
If you have to pick up your student early, we ask that you do so before 1:30PM to avoid interrupting safe dismissal process. Please note that doctor's appointments are not considered emergencies.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Please stay in touch with us throughout the year by:
Stay connected with Holmes Middle School by following us on social media! It's the best way to keep up with our latest news, celebrate student achievements, and be part of our vibrant community. Whether you're a student, parent, or community member, you'll find exciting updates, important announcements, and inspiring stories that showcase the spirit of Holmes!
Links: Instagram
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