 Thank you to our neighbors, St. Andrews Church, who provided snacks and drinks for our staff
Good morning Stone Families,
Happy Mothers Day to all the Mothers, Aunts, Godmothers, Grandmothers and Special Women who provide love and support. We hope that your day is full of joy and relaxation.
Last week was a busy week as we celebrated the 100 staff members in the building for Teacher Appreciation Week. We were treated to a delicious lunch by the PTSA. We were treated to a fully stocked teacher lounge with drinks and snacks to keep us going throughout the day. We were treated to gift bags from our local community partner, Grace Covenaeant Church. We were treated to more snacks and drinks from St. Andrews Church. Our administrative team cooked on the grill and we were able to have lunch outside. Special thanks to all the parents and families in the community that donated gift cards so that each staff member in the building was able to receive one. These activities really embodied our focus this year which is Unity in Community!
It is never too late to celebrate the hard work of a teacher, so please consider writing an Staff Kudos/FCPS Cares! It a wonderful way to acknowledge a special staff member who has made a difference.
This week, we will take our final regularly scheduled SOL for the year, Science! As I shared last week a good night’s sleep and breakfast will give the you the best start to a morning of testing.
TIK TOK Chanenge
We are aware of a recent TikTok trend that challenges students to physically damage their school-issued Chromebooks. This “Chromebook Challenge” encourages students to purposefully cause their devices to short out or catch fire by jamming metal/lead into the charging or USB port or stabbing the battery. Students might think that this behavior is a harmless joke or prank, but it’s dangerous and we are asking for your help in preventing it here in FCPS.
Please speak to your students about the consequences of this TikTok challenge, which include:
- Fire, injury, and damage to FCPS property.
- Lost access to schoolwork and online resources.
Please also note that families may be responsible for the repair or replacement costs for student-issued devices that are deliberately damaged.
I appreciate your partnership in keeping our students and school safe, and I’m looking forward to a strong finish to the school year here at Stone Middle School. Please reach out to me if you have any questions.
Common Sense School
Stone Middle School is excited to announce that we have become a Common Sense School! Being a common sense school means we are dedicated to creating a culture of digital citizenship for all.
After School Program
A gentle reminder that our After School Program is coming to an end for this academic year. May 22, 2025 will be the last day for the Stone MS After School Program.
Farmside Kitchen Stone Appreciation Day
Free Farmbowl Night, May 17th!!!! For anyone who comes on the 17th, with a Stone Middle School ID. Students showing their SIS account would also be acceptable. Students, staff, teachers and administrators are all welcome!
Farmside Kitchen Fundraiser Night is on May 29th. Please visit as this helps our PTSA continue to provide for the Stone students and staff.
Chromebook Charger Return Reminder
As we wrap up the school year, during laptop collection, all students must return the original Chromebook charger that was issued to them at the beginning of the year. These chargers are covered under warranty, so we cannot accept replacements or off-brand chargers that you have purchased.
If a charger has been lost, families will need to purchase a replacement for $25. You can pay through My School Bucks or by bringing a $25 check made out to Stone MS to the front office. After paying, you will pick up your new charger in the tech office.
Thank you for helping us ensure all devices are returned in good condition!
We hope to see you this week at Stone Spring Musicial, The Addams Family. Our students have been working hard and this performance is going to be GREAT!
Show Times are Friday at 7pm, Saturday at 2pm & 7pm!
Let's have a great week Panthers,
Sonya Williams
Principal
25-26 Westfield HS Rising 9 Course Request Review and Level Change Request
The Master Schedule of classes is developed from the student course requests submitted in March and is finalized in the summer to set student and teacher schedules. Every effort is made to provide students with their initial course selection, but alternate courses may be used to fulfill a student’s schedule in cases of conflicts, closed or canceled courses.
To review your student’s course request, please login to ParentVue or StudentVue:
May 19th - May 30th, students will have the opportunity to review their course requests, and based on availability, make level change requests (e.g., Standard to Honors). All change requests will be reviewed by the Administration until Summer Break. If approved throughout the summer, updates can be seen via ParentVue.
Please note:
- A request to adjust course requests does not guarantee that changes will be made.
- Changes are subject to class capacity limitations.
To submit a request, please contact your MS Counselor directly.
Advising Resources:
Course descriptions
Academic Advising Resources
I appreciate your assistance this year and every year. Thank you and have a great day!
Sincerely,
Vanessa Hunter,DSS
Westfield HS
STONE MS Student Designed Spirit Wear
Thank you to all the students that participated in our 1st Stone MS Spiritwear Contest! The contest was very close for all submissions. Based on the votes, we have selected 2 winners:
Our winners are…
“Panthers Stick Together” by Reeyonis B
“be the Panther” by Adriana C
Congratulations to both winners!
One of the designs will be used for apparel (Panthers Stick Together), and the other design will be used for other swag (be the Panther) (i.e. stickers).
The Spirit store is open now! Store will close on May 23rd, so please place your orders soon: https://ormondstoneptsa.givebacks.com/store?limit=21&live=true
Rising 9th Graders
If you are interested in playing a sport in high school then you need a VHSL physical form.
Effective May 1, 2025, there is a new VHSL physical form. As your athletes get their physical completed, submit it electronically directly to the Westfield athletic trainers. This allows you to maintain a copy in your possession as well. If you do not have a scanner, please see iPhone scanning instructions that allow you to scan everything into one document.
Scanning to iPhone:
- Open notes app
- Click to add new note
- Click the paperclip
- Select Scan documents
- Once you scan one page, click keep scan and continue until all pages are done.
- Save and attach to an email directed to slpartner@fcps.edu.
Westfield High is hosting an annual sports physicals night on Monday June 2nd from 5:30pm-7:30pm. This is a fundraiser to raise money for the athletic training program to purchase supplies that are used to help keep your athletes safe and healthy and is a one stop shop for your students physical. You can register here: https://forms.gle/2A6hVsNxXvbTfbM88
Girls Flag Football
As FCPS explores the viability of Girls Flag Football and considers including it in our athletic offerings at the high school level we are pleased to partner with the Washington Commanders to bring a free Girls Flag Football clinic to C.G. Woodson High School, on June 7, 2025. The clinic will provide students with an opportunity to experience the game under the excellent direction of experienced flag coaches. Interested FCPS students can register for the event now! We also invite anyone interested in coaching to attend, observe, and ask questions!!! Go to www.westfieldathletics.org for flyer and registration information.
 The FCPS Summer Extravaganza is an exciting event that helps families imagine all the possibilities to continue learning over the summer. This is possible by showcasing interactive and immersive activities for children and the power of collaboration across FCPS offices and community partners.
Several departments within Fairfax County Public Schools—including Transportation, the Office of Multilingual Learners (ESOL Services), the Hispanic Educators Association, Career and Transition Services, Get2Green, the Office of Intervention and Prevention Services, and Safety and Security—are collaborating to create a day filled with engaging and educational activities for all FCPS students. In addition, various student school clubs will be in attendance, showcasing their initiatives and contributions. This year, we're excited to introduce the Student Program Marketplace, a new feature where students will present and sell their handmade goods, with proceeds supporting their respective programs. This initiative is supported and led by Educate Fairfax; a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing educational opportunities for Fairfax County Public Schools students
The Summer Extravaganza will feature:
- Activities for children of all ages that inspire curiosity and a love of learning
- Opportunities for adults to learn how to support student well-being and academic success
- A special section of student-led activities
We invite you to attend and engage with our FCPS community.
Event Details Date: Saturday, May 10 Time: 10:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Location: Woodson High School Parking Lot (9525 Main St, Fairfax, VA 22031) REGISTER TODAY!
Please let us know if you will be able to attend by replying to this email.
We look forward to celebrating a summer of learning and growth with you. For more details, please visit our Summer Extravaganza webpage. This event is proudly sponsored by Educate Fairfax!
Phase 2 Community Boundary Review Meetings
Families, staff, and community members will soon be able to explore and visualize potential boundary scenarios using a customized Boundary Explorer Tool. The tool will be accessible from the FCPS website. You are also invited to participate in another series of community meetings in order to review and reflect on the initial draft scenarios before the start of summer break.
- Thursday, May 15, 6:30-8 p.m., Oakton High School
- Friday, May 16, 6:30-8 p.m., Robinson Secondary School
- Monday, May 19, 6:30-8 p.m., Herndon High School
- Friday, May 23, 7-8:30 p.m., Lewis High School
- Wednesday, May 28, 7-8:30 p.m., Annandale High School
- Thursday, May 29, 6:30-8 p.m., Whitman Middle School
- Friday, May 30, 6:30-8 p.m., Chantilly High School
- Friday, June 6, 6:30–8 p.m., Glasgow Middle School
Each meeting will be hybrid, meaning that you may attend in person or via Zoom. Childcare for in-person participants and language interpretation/translation for all participants will be available as needed. Registration links will be shared soon. Another round of community meetings will be held in the fall.
Visit FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review page for more information.
District News/In Case You Missed It (ICYMI)
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- FCPS Budget Update
- Summer Internships for Students
- Summer Learning Activities and Ideas
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, sign up today.
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