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Lancers,
This past Friday, we hosted our Winter Dance sponsored by the NJHS and SCA. I would like to thank all of our students, as well as our sponsors for all of their hard work to make the dance happen! Thank you to everyone for coming out last week.
We have a flurry of activity as we approach winter break with our Band and Orchestra concerts, as well as our 7th and 8th grade team celebrations. Here is to a strong finish to the calendar year!
As always, please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.
Jim
Jim Patrick
Principal
Longfellow MS
UPCOMING EVENTS
 Schedule for the next two weeks:
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Full-Time AAP Referral Window Reminder for Parents
Parents/guardians of students in Grade 7 who would like their student to be considered for Full-Time advanced academic programs may submit the AAP Full-Time Referral Form to our AART, Dr. Elaina Bafaro 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 Elaina Bafaro – erbafaro@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.
AFTER SCHOOL CORNER
Congratulations Longfellow Science Olympiad!
Please congratulate the Longfellow Science Olympiad team on their 1st place finish at the Lake Braddock Invitational this past weekend against the most competitive teams in Virginia. The team achieved top-6 placements in 21 of the 23 events (including 1st place in 13 events)!
The team also placed 4th in the Dodgen Invitational in November against 60+ teams and 5th in the Bay Academy Invitational in October against 60+ teams. It's been a lot of work and a ton of fun!!!
The following students are members of the team: Tala A, Vaanya B., Sofia B., Youyi C., Ariana C., Charles C., Benjamin G., Jaejoon H., Myra K., Chaemin K., Michelle K., Noah K., Evan L., Chak L., Mina L., Nathan L., Veronica M., David M., Jolyn N., Emrys O., James P., Miranda S., Neel S., Andrew T., Alex W., Edward W., Ray W., Michael Z., Andrew Z., and Ethan Z.
We are proud of you, Longfellow Science Olympiad!
Model UN
Model UN had their first conference of the year at George Washington University. All students came prepared and engaged in lively discussions on a multitude of important global issues. Several students also received awards for their strong performance in committee. Ian Boyd, representing David Twiggs in a committee on the Mexican American war, received a verbal commendation. Navya (Na-via) Sahay (Sa-hai), representing Rwanda in the Economic and Social Council, received an honorable mention. Last but certainly not least, Adya (Ah-dee-ya) Sauparn (Saw-pern) and Benjamin Wang, representing India in the Disarmament and International Security Committee, received the outstanding delegate award. Congratulations to Ian, Navya, Adya, Benjamin, and all members of the Model UN team.
PARENT INFORMATION
Makeup/Retake Day images @ Longfellow Middle School are now online.
Hello Longfellow Middle School Families,
Retake/Makeup Day images are now online. Families will have received a reminder email to view images from Victor O'Neill Studios.
If you do not see your email, please check the spam folder. If you need help ordering/viewing contact underclass@vosphoto.com
FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
• Family Academy Orientation
• Literacy Resources
• Winter Programs and Activities
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
🍲 Food Assistance and Resource Guide
Food insecurity impacts more than 96,000 Fairfax County residents. There are many resources available to support those who need food assistance. Learn how to help these families and the many resources available to support those who need food assistance on Fairfax County’s website or view the county’s Human Services Resource Guide.
📚 Bundle Up With Books Over Break
Fairfax County Public Library’s (FCPL) winter reading adventure has begun and will continue through Friday, January 31, 2025. Visit your local FCPL library branch or visit their website to register and get a sneak peek at the prizes being offered.
Check out their Winter Reading Events webpage to learn about laser tag, movie nights, crafting sessions, Noon-Year Eve celebrations, and book discussions.
⛄ Get Outdoors for Winter Fun!
The Fairfax County Park Authority has rounded up its seasonal fun into a handy list of events happening across the county.
Learn more about the Winter Wonderland and the Holiday Train at Burke Lake Park, Holiday on the Farm at Frying Pan Farm Park, and many more fun events.
Langley High School Open House
On Sunday, January 26th, from 2-4pm, Langley High School is hosting an Open House. Eighth-grade students and their families are invited to attend the information session presented by administrators, tour the building with student ambassadors, and chat with experienced parents and faculty. Interested families should RSVP to Assistant Principal Jim Robertson using the link below by January 10th, 2025:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf187CHF_VZf48GjQWJ_zS4O3eU-MPnWN2FxRF2-rp_rZUqVw/viewform?usp=sf_link
Who: 8th-grade students and their families in the Langley & McLean Pyramids
What: Langley High School Open House
Where: Langley HS Auditorium, park in the main lot and enter through door #14
When: Sunday, January 26th 2025, 2-4pm
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