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 Hello Mustangs,
We are truly excited to be in May. The school year has been awesome thus far, and as we transition to the end of the school year, we would like to share some vital information. As we prepare for the 8th-grade dance on May 30, please remember that eligibility requires good standing in attendance (no excessive tardies, cuts, or absences), behavior (no suspensions), and having all fees paid. Also, we are temporarily adjusting restroom use to utilize specific restrooms during lunch due to increased misuse. Additionally, SOL testing kicks off next week, so please make sure your student is present and has a fully charged laptop each day. Lastly, attendance will be taken on the last day of school, Wednesday, June 11, 2025. If your child is going to be absent on June 11, 2025, please contact your child’s school in advance at 703-690-5555 or southcountymiddle.attendance@fcps.edu. As always, thank you for all you do and your cooperation in making these last few weeks successful. Please contact us to share any feedback, questions, or concerns, and we will assist you as much as possible. Enjoy your weekend, and we will see everyone on Monday.
Justin Simmons | Principal | South County Middle School
Calendar Reminders
May 5-9 - Staff Appreciation Week
May 6 - Science SOL (8th Grade only)
May 8 - Reading SOL
May 14 - Math SOL
May 15 - TGIT (more information below)
May 21 - Last day for After School Program
May 26 - NO SCHOOL, Memorial Day Holiday
May 30 - 8th Grade Dance
June 11 - Last Day of School, 12:15 PM Dismissal
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TJHSST Techstravaganza
Is a FREE hands-on STEM fair that attracts thousands of attendees from the DMV area every year. Over 300 TJ student and teacher volunteers engage students in STEM activities, which include lava lamps, banana DNA extraction, robotics, rocketry demonstrations, programming workshops, and other STEM exhibits. The event will take place in-person at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (see map) on Saturday, May 17, 2025 from 10 AM to 4 PM.
Registration is free. Click HERE to register. If you would like to read about last year’s 2024 Techstravaganza, click HERE.
LAST CHANCE - Staff Appreciation Week
The administration of South County Middle School wants to celebrate the wonderful staff members in honor of Staff Appreciation Week (May 5-9). Already we are providing our wonderful SCMS staff with lunch on Wednesday and desserts on Friday. To support additional surprises and treats throughout the week, please consider providing a donation and/or gift card to support daily teacher raffles. If you can donate, please send your donation to the main office in an envelope marked PTSO, use the Venmo or Zelle QR codes below, or give to any of the PTSO officers. Thank you for your support.
  Thank Goodness It’s Thursday (TGIT)
Students can join us for our second annual after school event! Food, Fun and Games (Including Dunk tank and gaming truck) Tickets are $10.00 and include a hamburger or hot dog (vegetarian option will be available) chips, a drink and one ticket for the ice cream truck. Other specialty concessions and extra ice cream will be available for purchase. Tickets can be purchased during lunch the week of or here
 8th Grade Dance
A night to celebrate our 8th grade students as they mark the end of their middle school career and their promotion to high school. Students must be in good academic standing (all library books returned and any late fees paid; no outstanding dues in MySchoolBucks) in order to attend. If a ticket is purchased and there are outstanding dues the ticket money will go toward paying off the dues and another ticket must be purchased.
 CTE Summer Academy
Tech Adventure Camp (Grades K-5) and CTE Summer Academy (Grades 6-11) are open to all students. Code Up Grant funding enables participating Code Up schools to provide tuition-free access to 10 students per school this summer. Remaining spaces will be released on a first come, first served basis. If interested, complete this CTE Summer Program Interest Form as soon as possible. Paid registration continues to be available from the websites linked below.
More information:
Discover Exciting Summer Learning Activities and Ideas
Join the FCPS Summer Extravaganza on Saturday, May 10, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., at Woodson High School! During this free event, participants can engage in educational and enrichment activities designed to inspire curiosity and growth.
Learn about summer programs for children and resources from community and business partners. Enjoy face painting, touring a fire truck, student performances, and other fun activities. For more information, visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage.
Descubra Estimulantes Actividades e Ideas para el Verano
Acompáñenos en nuestra FCPS Summer Extravaganza o Fiesta del Verano, el sábado 10 de mayo, de 10 a.m. a 2:30 p.m., en Woodson HS y de un salto adelante del aprendizaje y la diversión veraniega. Este evento es gratuito y en él, los asistentes pueden participar en actividades educacionales y de enriquecimiento personal, las cuales están diseñadas para inspirar la curiosidad y el crecimiento.
Conozca sobre programas para niños disponibles en el verano, recursos para la comunidad y las entidades asociadas a FCPS, disfrute también de pinta caritas, aprenda sobre un camión de bomberos, mire la presentación de grupos estudiantiles, y muc
Excellence at a Crossroads: FCPS Budget Update
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors will begin finalizing the budget on Tuesday, May 6. The current advertised budget underfunds FCPS by $150 million.
What Is at Risk?
Go to fcps.edu/crossroads to see examples of where FCPS exceeds minimum state standards.
These are in addition to cuts that the Fairfax County Government already announced to programs that support our schools:
- Middle School After School programs
- School Crossing Guards
- Public Health Nurses supporting our schools
Share Feedback With County Health Department on School Health Services
The Fairfax County Health Department and Fairfax County Public Schools School Health Services invite parents/caregivers of FCPS students to participate in a survey on satisfaction with school health room services. The survey takes about five minutes to complete and will be open until Monday, May 5.
Your Child's Mental Wellness Matters: Access Comprehensive Services
Reach out to the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB) for specialized youth mental health services designed to help your child succeed. The CSB has individual and family counseling, psychiatric diagnostic evaluations, medication management, parenting groups, peer support, crisis response, recovery supports to include medication assisted treatment (MAT), intensive services, and more.
Contact CSB Entry and Referral by calling 703-383-8500 or emailing csb@fairfaxcounty.gov.
La Salud Mental de su Niño es muy Importante: Tenga Acceso a Servicios Integrales
Comuníquese con la “Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board, CSB, para que reciba servicios de salud mental para jóvenes diseñados para ayudar a su niño a lograr el éxito. La CSB cuenta con consejería individual y familiar, Evaluación y diagnóstico psiquiátrico, manejo de prescripciones, grupos de apoyo para padres, grupos de apoyo de semejantes, respuesta a crisis, apoyo para la recuperación, incluyendo “medication assisted treatment”, MAT, servicios intensivos y más.
Para comenzar, contacte a la oficina de Admisión y Referencia de CSB, llamando al 703-383-8500 o escribiendo a la dirección csb@fairfaxcounty.gov.
Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow. We All Belong Here!
In FCPS, we all belong. From the first day of school, to the last day of school, every child matters. If your student is having a hard time finishing the year strong and attending school, please contact a trusted adult at our school — a teacher, counselor, or administrator. Visit FCPS’ website for more attendance resources.
Asiste a la escuela hoy; para tener éxito mañana. ¡Todo Pertenecemos Aqui!
Todos pertenecemos a FCPS. Desde el primer día de escuela, hasta el último día de escuela, cada niño importa. Si su estudiante está teniendo dificultades para terminar el año con fuerza y asistir a la escuela, por favor contacte a un adulto de confianza en la escuela-un maestro, consejero o administrador. Visite FCPS’ sitio web para obtener más recursos sobre la asistencia.
출석은 오늘, 학업 성취는 내일. 우리는 모두 이곳에 속해있습니다!
우리 모두는 FCPS에서 소속감을 느낍니다. 우리 학교에서는 등교 첫날부터 마지막 날까지 모든 학생이 소중합니다. 학생이 한 해를 힘차게 마무리하고 학교에 출석하는 데 어려움을 겪고 있다면 학교의 신뢰할 수 있는 성인 (교사, 카운슬러, 행정직원)에게 연락하시기 바랍니다. 더 많은 출석 관련 자료를 보시려면 웹사이트를 방문하세요.
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