March 14, 2025
Greetings, Team Langston Hughes:
March is like a lion and will go out like a lamb! March is a time of transitioning from the many winter activities into the anticipation of spring. In addition, it is the time of year when students often begin to display mastery of new skills and concepts.
As we look at warmer weather and brighter days, we want to keep our Panthers focused on continuing to strive to do their best. I appreciate all of the efforts you continue to put in at home to ensure “success” carries over into the school day, as it impacts our academic standing. Here are a few suggestions that will make March reporting a productive time of the year.
- Celebrate your child’s efforts, successes, small wins.
- Choose one or two key areas for improvement.
- Consult with your child and teachers when seeking grading reporting clarity if needed. Remember, grades belong to students. They are a means by which we teach personal responsibility, natural consequences, good study skills, and the value of hard work.
- March forward! Stay positive! Spring is on the horizon! 😊
By now, you should have reviewed your child’s course requests for the 2025-2026 academic year. Contact your child’s school counselor should you have questions/concerns. Finally, I hope to see you at our I See Me in Reston – A Celebration of Diversity and Culture! Consider sharing a dish, as we prepare to taste the flavors of the world!
Take good care!
Principal Mizell
South Lakes IB Information Session
South Lakes High School is presenting an IB information session for rising 9th graders on Wednesday, March 24, from 3:15pm to 4:15 pm. Students will learn about the IB Middle Years, Diploma, and Career-related programs from the people who really know the ins and outs of the IB program at South Lakes High School – our fabulous IB students. Interested 8th grade students should sign up here: bit.ly/ibsession3-24. We look forward to meeting our future Seahawks!
Social-Emotional Learning
This week, during Flex students continued to learn about conflict resolution. Students learned how to consider possible solutions to problems, determine the negative and positive consequences of each of those solutions, and agree on the best solution for resolving a conflict. Family discussion: Discuss with your student about a time in your life when you had to think about the best way to solve a conflict. What factors did you consider and how did it work out?
2025 FCPS Family Summit
Join us March 15, 2025, at South Lakes High School to ensure the safety, support, and inclusion of every member of our FCPS school community. This event is free and open to all families, educators, and community members. Childcare provided. Please help us plan, register today! For more information visit our website.
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.
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, music, and theater.
Spring Track - Parent and Student Interest Meeting Tuesday, March 18 at 5 p.m. in the Lecture Hall.
Students and parents will need to complete several steps prior to participating in Spring Track, including:
A completed FCPS Middle School Sports Athletic Participation/Parental Consent/Physical Examination Form (PPE). The exam must be completed by a physician, nurse practitioner, or physician’s assistant per school year. Please note that the form must be dated on or after May 1, 2024 for the 2024-2025 school year. Form must be submitted to the Main Office in care of Mr. Glenn. mwglenn@fcps.edu
Each student-athlete and a parent/guardian will complete a registration process that includes the state-mandated concussion education program and Emergency Care Card information before the student participates in middle school sports. Form must be submitted to the Main Office in care of Mr. Glenn mwglenn@fcps.edu
Each student-athlete and a parent/guardian will review the FCPS Middle School Sports Athletic Health Education Program prior to the student’s participation in middle school athletic activities.
A parent/guardian will complete a Spring's Track & Field registration form (regardless of whether you participated in Fall Cross Country or not): FCPS Track and Field Registration Form
 
 Our Student Council Association (SCA) is excited to host "I See Me in Reston"—an International Culture Night—on Wednesday, March 19th, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. This special event will bring our diverse school community together to celebrate the rich cultures that shape our student body through performances, cultural exhibits, and, most importantly, a shared experience of global cuisine. To make this event truly memorable, we invite our staff, parents, and community members to help us provide an authentic taste of different cultures by preparing / donating a dish that represents your heritage. You are also encouraged to dress in traditional attire to showcase your culture. Your generous contribution will not only highlight the incredible diversity within our community but also give our students the opportunity to experience the delicious flavors of the world. Complete this form if you can contribute! Thanks for considering!
 Career Day is Friday, April 25, 2025!
We are planning for our 2025 Career Day, and we welcome the support of our Panther families! Please consider joining us as a Career Day speaker; all careers are welcome! Career Day is Friday, April 25 from 7:45am to 9:45am. Please see the flyer below or the Career Day Speaker registration form for more information. Contact Lea Fadden at ltfadden@fcps.edu with questions.
 Last year, yearbooks sold out. The only way to guarantee you will get a yearbook is by pre-ordering before sales close on April 30.
Link to purchase: https://yearbookordercenter.com/job/13926
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