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Principal's Message
Hello Bruin Families,
This afternoon, our Girls Gymnastics team made history by winning their 4th State Championship in a row. Congratulations! Tomorrow is the Individual competition here at LBSS. Good luck to all gymnasts!
Tuesday night, I was so incredibly impressed by the International Night performances at LB. Our students worked so hard to prepare and it showed. Thank you to our teachers and SGA students for their time and effort.
Next Friday, March 7, is our annual Fan Quest basketball event. We will be hosting Centreville and Woodson and the event starts with tailgating in the Gym hallway starting at 5:00 pm. Games begin at 5:20 and will end no later than 7:30.
On March 7, we will have a flipped bell schedule with 2nd and 8th periods flipped to accommodate a Middle School pep rally in the afternoon.
Lindsey Kearns
 Girls Varsity Gymastics Team Earns 4th State Championship
 International Night 2025
In this Issue
What's Happening at Bruin Nation
Upcoming Events
Testing Dates
New Information and Important Reminders
Parent Tech Talk
Ramadan
Fan Quest Spirit Week
MS Spirit Week
SGA News
LBSS Community Yard Sale
MS Yearbook
Bruin Kudos
Class of 2025 News
Class of 2025 ANGP Tickets
Family Liaison News
Athletics and Activities News
Middle School Track & Field Eligibility
What's Happening at Bruin Nation
Upcoming Events
March 2 - Read Across America Day
March 2-8 - National School Social Work Week
March 5 - Ash Wednesday
March 7 - Fan Quest / 2nd & 8th periods flipped
March 9 - Daylight Saving Time Begins
March 20 - Nowruz
March 28 - End of 2nd Quarter
March 31 - School Holiday for Eid al-Fitr
Testing Dates
The Integrated Reading and Writing assessment will be administered to 8th Grade ONLY on Monday, March 17 during 2nd period Advisory (Make up will be March 19).
New Information and Important Reminders
Parent Tech Talk
Last week, we touched on essential online safety tips. Now, let's dive deeper into how to talk to your tweens and teens about the online world.
Just like teaching them to cross the street safely, open and ongoing conversations are key. Here's what to discuss:
For tweens and teens:
- Talk about how they should never post personal information or inappropriate content.
- Discuss sexting and the permanency of online data.
- Teach them how to avoid online predators by setting up privacy controls on their devices, like restricting apps’ location access.
- Explain the warning signs that characterize online predators.
- Tell them that safe adults won’t ask them to keep secrets or disrespect their boundaries.
- Help them identify a trusted adult or guardian they can go to for help.
- Discuss steps they can take if a friend confides in them about inappropriate online interactions, such as telling a trusted adult or pointing them to Know2Protect resources.
- Explain that minors shouldn’t share sexual abuse material because it’s illegal.
- Explain that even if they’ve already shared sexual abuse material or been involved in inappropriate online interactions, it’s not too late to tell an adult and get help.
- Discuss cyberbullying.
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Ramadan
As Ramadan begins this evening, we want to remind families that our Prayer Room is available for students starting at 7:30 am. To use the Prayer Room during the school day, students should submit an eHall Pass approved by their teacher. In line with FCPS guidelines, parental permission is required for students to visit during instructional time. Please complete this form or have your child pick up a paper permission slip from the main office if you haven't already provided permission. Students without prior permission will be allowed one visit and then given a form to take home for signing.
Fan Quest Spirit Week
For High Schoolers, please join us in celebrating our Fan Quest athletes by participating in our “Unleash Your Inner Superhero” Spirit Week. It begins on Monday, 3/3 and culminates with the Fan Quest basketball game on 3/7. Here is an overview of the daily themes:
Monday, 3/3: Superhero in Disguise (wear your pajamas day)
Tuesday, 3/4: Infinity Stone Day: Wear the Infinity Stone color for your grade Freshman: Red
Sophomore: Orange
Junior: Blue
Senior: Purple
Wednesday, 3/5: Captain America Day (wear red, white, and blue)
Thursday, 3/6: Character Day/ Dress like a Superhero
Friday, 3/7: Wear your Fan Quest 2025 T-shirts
**Come to Fan Quest dressed as your favorite superhero**
MS Spirit Week
MS SCA is sponsoring a spirit week next week to celebrate the MS Team Day Challenge Pep Rally on Friday, March 7.
Please remember that 2nd and 8th periods will be flipped on Friday for the Pep Rally.
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SGA News
The INOVA Blood Drive is also coming up on March 7th. Please have your students pick up a permission form in the Cafeteria or SGA room on Gold Days February 27th, March 3rd, 5th, and 6th (purple, last chance). Students must be 16 years or older, 110 lbs or over, and have a signed permission form in order to give blood.
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LBSS Community Yard Sale – Reserve Your Spot Now! 🎉
Turn your clutter into cash at the Lake Braddock PTSA Community Yard Sale!
📅 Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025 (rain date TBD)
🕗 Time: Setup will begin at 7 AM and the sale runs from 8 AM - 3 PM. Stay as long as you would like. 📍 Location: Lake Braddock Secondary School Parking Lot 💰 Cost: $30 early bird until March 5 and then $40 per parking spot (sell from your own space!) 🚗 300 spots available – first come, first served!
We do the advertising—you show up and sell! Don’t miss this chance to clear out your home and make some extra money while supporting the LBSS PTSA.
Reserve your spot today before they’re gone!
https://lbssptsa.org/online-store/ols/products/yard-sale-parking-spot
Happy Valentine’s Day from your middle school yearbook staff!!
… Parents! Students! We need your pictures! Unload them from your cell phones and upload them to the 2025 yearbook. We will pick the best—high resolution pics of LB Middle School students, friends and pets!
Please use this url: https://hjeshare.com Use the Middle School code 13596.”
If you have any questions, please send an email to kmgary@fcps.edu
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Bruin Kudos
HS Theatre Award
In late January, LBT hosted its school level of the ESU National Shakespeare Competition. The guest judges were Dr. Tara Taylor (FCPS Theatre and Dance Specialist, GMU Faculty), Mary Lechter (AFYP Founder and Artistic Director, GMU Faculty, and Executive Director of the Mason Community Arts Academy), and Renee Dorrity (English Faculty LBSS).
That evening had 20 students performing to wild success, and results were as follows:
2nd Runner Up: Cora Ahlstrom
1st Runner Up: Murphy Finnegan
Winner: Holland Hasle
On February 25, Mr. Tourtellotte took the school level winner and the official alternate to the Branch Level competition, where Holland performed her monologue and a contrasting sonnet.
Please join us in congratulating Holland Hasle, now the official Washington D.C. Branch Champion for the ESU National Shakespeare Competition! This win qualifies Holland to compete at the National level of the competition this Spring in New York City. The LBT is very proud of her and excited for what is next.
Congratulations to all students who competed in and were recognized in this year’s school and branch competitions!
Former Band Director Honored
It is with great pride and admiration that we acknowledge our esteemed former colleague, Roy Holder, on his induction into the National Band Association’s Hall of Fame. This prestigious honor recognizes his lifelong dedication to music education, his unwavering commitment to excellence, and his profound impact on students, colleagues, and the band community at large.
Roy dedicated 24 years to the Lake Braddock band program, shaping it into one of the most respected music programs in the nation. His passion for music, leadership, and ability to inspire generations of young musicians have left an enduring legacy.
With his induction, Roy becomes one of only 64 members to receive this honor since the Hall of Fame’s inception in 1978. He joins an elite group of legendary figures in the band world, including John Philip Sousa, Col. John Bourgeois, Karl King, Frederick Fennell, and William D. Revelli.
Class of 2025 News
Important Information
Senior Fees
$70 due no later than May 30, 2025. Please see email dated January 8 for payment options.
Bridging Bruins
March 3- Application Begins
March 21- Application Ends
April 11- Notification of Acceptance
April 30- Final Approval
May 14- May 29- Internship
May 29- Presentation
PTSA Sponsored Mulch Sale
March 15 & 16
PROM-Falls Church Marriott Fairview Park
May 9
Senior Breakfast
May 30
Graduation
June 4
All Night Grad Party- St James
June 4 at 11pm
LBSS Class of '25 ANGP Tickets
June 4 at the St. James Springfield 11 PM - 5 AM
https://lbssptsa.regfox.com/-lake-braddock-class-of-2025-angp
Class of 2025, you are invited to come together, have fun and celebrate your accomplishments at this years All Night Grad Party! The All Night Grad Party is organized by the LBSS PTSA in partnership with the ANGP Committee, chaperoned by parents and members of the community, and staffed by the St James. Activities include a casino night, fun inflatables, and raffles with sought after prizes. In addition, we use the amazing facilities at The St. James which include the field house, volleyball, pickleball and basketball courts, Super Awesome and Amazing, and an Olympic sized swimming pool and the arcade! We will have caricature artists and tons of photo ops! There will also be plenty of food and drinks all night long! The evening is an alcohol-free and drug-free event that takes place in a safe and supervised environment.
Senior Panoramic Picture Available
The senior panoramic picture is now available for purchase. Here is the direct link to order:
https://shop.imagequix.com/s1270076652
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
Athletics and Activities News
Track & Field Eligibility – 2025 Spring Season
Beginning in March, any students interested in participating in Track and Field for the 2025 Spring season must submit a physical, emergency care card, and register online to be eligible. Brittany Nicolich, the Athletic Coordinator for Middle School Sports, will be collecting paperwork during WIN time. Students can find her in the gym by entering through the main doors. Students will need a lanyard pass to visit in order to hand in their paperwork and/or receive their participation ticket. Students will be returning to class after. Thank you so much for your help in getting these students ready for the spring season!
FCPS News
Become Unskippable: Practical Guidance for Talking With Teens About Fentanyl
Teens skip things that don't interest them, including lectures from their parents. But young people die from fentanyl overdoses in Fairfax County each year — so it's important to have short, impactful talks with your teen, whether or not you think they’re at risk.
As a parent or caregiver, you have the power to become “unskippable” and talk with your teen in a way they will listen.
See our tips for talking with your teen about fentanyl and other difficult subjects. Watch this video to learn more about becoming unskippable.
Prepare for a Summer of Learning and Fun
Registration is open or will be available soon for summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.
Career and Technical Education and Institute for the Arts Summer Camps
Career and Technical Education camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Lake Braddock Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. Registration begins for these programs on Monday, March 10, and ends Friday, June 6.
CTE Summer Academy (CSA) is a week-long enrichment program that allows students in grades 6-11 to dive deeper into CTE program areas, develop skills, and begin career exploration. Watch this video about CTE camps.
IFTA is a two- or three-week summer enrichment program for students currently in grades 6-11. Students select from nearly 90 classes in art, dance, Health and Physical Education 9 (graduation requirement), music, and theater.
Earn Credit Toward Graduation This Summer
Take advantage of the opportunity to earn a high school course credit via this summer’s online campus program. Registration is now open. Students must register by Friday, June 6. Mathematics, health and physical education, career and technical education, English, science, social studies, and world language courses are available to eligible middle and high school students.
Summer is a great time for high school students to fulfill the Economics and Personal Finance course requirement. This is a self-directed course where students work independently. The course is available between Monday, June 23, and Friday, July 25. Registration is now open. Students must register by Friday, May 23. For more information, visit this Summer Learning page.
No-Cost Mental Health Teletherapy for All High School Students
Is your high schooler experiencing anxiety, behavior changes, or challenges with peer and family relationships? If so, you may refer your child for weekly therapy with a licensed therapist through Hazel Health. Visit the Teletherapy webpage for information on this service.
FCPS This Week
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
- Summer Camps and Learning Opportunities
- Supporting Academic Growth
- Preparing for Tough Conversations With Your Child
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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