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Dear Stone Families,
As we head into the weekend with winter weather approaching, please stay informed of any weather-related delays or cancellations by monitoring local news outlets or the FCPS website.
Next week marks the end of the second quarter and will be a short week for students. If we experience any significant weather-related closures, we will adjust plans as necessary and communicate updates promptly.
Please join me in congratulating the following students on their hard work and achievements:
Congratulations to our Band students—Aston F., Cooper C., Cortland S., Kylee C., Vaibhav M., Christopher O., Matthew L., Brooke K., Emi M., and Ethan L.—who will represent Stone Middle School at the All-District Band event in February. We are very proud of you!
Stay warm and have a safe weekend.
Sincerely,
Sonya Williams
Principal
WIDA Testing Reminder
In February, our multilingual learners will participate in the WIDA assessment, which measures progress in English language development through reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
The assessment will take place on the following dates:
- Beginners: Monday–Wednesday, 2/2–2/4
- Intermediate learners: Monday–Wednesday, 2/9–2/11
- Advanced learners: Monday–Wednesday, 2/23–2/25
This is an exciting opportunity for students to demonstrate their learning and growth. Families can support their child’s success by encouraging plenty of rest, a nutritious breakfast, and a positive mindset on testing days. We look forward to seeing our multilingual learners confidently share their progress and shine with Panther Pride.
Upcoming Testing Reminders for Families
As we head into testing season, we want to thank you for helping students stay ready—both on testing days and on regular school days. Please continue to remind your child to bring their Chromebook to school every day fully charged, along with their charger and wired headphones. Having these items each day helps ensure testing runs smoothly and minimizes lost instructional time.
If your child has misplaced their Chromebook charger, a replacement can be purchased through MySchoolBucks or by bringing $27.75 to the front office (cash or check made out to Stone MS). A receipt will be issued, and your child can then pick up the charger from the Tech Office.
If headphones are needed, there are several affordable, student-friendly options available that work well for testing. These work well and are affordable. If you are unable to afford headphones for your child, please contact the front office and we will gladly support you in this effort.
We appreciate your ongoing support in helping our students feel prepared, confident, and ready to show their Panther Pride by giving their best effort during upcoming testing 🐾✨
Student Services Updates
Stone Curriculum Night - February 5th
Optional Sessions 5:00 pm
Main Program 6:00 pm (GYM)
Electives Fair 6:20 pm
Course Information by Grade level 7:00 pm
This program is geared towards parents of Rising 7th and 8th graders where you will learn about transition to middle school information, general course information and special offerings for parents of Multi-lingual learner and Special Education students. For a detailed agenda of the evening, see information here.
SEMESTER 2 REMINDERS:
Second semester schedules (if applicable) will be available in Student/ParentSIS on January 29th at 4pm.
Monday, February 2nd, many Stone students will be starting new Semester 2 electives. Upon arrival, all students will report directly to Panther Block for 10 minutes to receive an updated paper schedule. A PA announcement will be made to help direct students. If a student has a schedule concern, they should contact their school counselor.
Course Selection Information for the 26-27 School Year
All Stone students will be meeting 1:1 with their assigned school counselor to review current academic progress, and enter course enrollments for the upcoming school year. All course information and resources are available by grade level on our course selection website. Course requests are viewable for parents in ParentVue/SIS under the Course Requests tab. Please talk about courses with your child and review the course selection sheet with them.
Questions? Contact Tami Brumett at TLBrumett@fcps.edu
Requesting a Religious Accommodation for Meditation and Silent Reflection/Prayer
Students are generally expected to stay in class during instructional time. Students are only permitted to use Meditation and Silent Reflection rooms during instructional time when there is an approved accommodation. Parents/caregivers must provide written permission for a student to miss instructional time for prayer, meditation, and silent reflection. All requests for such accommodations during instructional time should be requested using this Google Form. If you have questions, please contact Tami Brumett at TLBrumett@fcps.edu
Resource: https://www.fcps.edu/religious-accommodations
 Calendar Reminder
Wednesday, January 28th is a 2 hour early release for the end of the 2nd quarter. There will be NO after school programming on January 28, 29, & 30.
Thursday January 29th and Friday January 30th are student holidays.
 Prepare for Winter Weather
Winter weather will be here before you know it! Watch this video to see how weather closing decisions are made at FCPS.
FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible, including email, text, social media, the new FCPS mobile app, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated.
Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange emergency child care if needed.
⛄ Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities
We will monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories that may prevent children from being outside. Make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outdoors. View the National Weather Service’s tips on staying safe during cold weather.
If you need assistance getting cold-weather clothing for your family, please call Fairfax County Coordinated Services Planning (CSP) at 703-222-0880. Their multilingual staff can assist with any challenges you are facing, including food, shelter, employment, financial assistance, and health.
Winter Resources for Families
A list of resources has been compiled for students and families in case they or someone they know needs assistance while schools are closed for winter weather. Please visit FCPS’ winter resources page for information on academic support, mental health support, and county resources related to food, clothing, housing, and other needs.
Even If School Is Closed, Learning Can Continue!
We encourage students to take advantage of fun learning opportunities during snow or inclement weather days. Consider these winter activities to blend education and play at home.
 More News and Updates on-the-Go With the FCPS App
- Gone are the days of digging through emails or hunting for bookmarks. The FCPS app provides a custom experience that is both powerful and easy to use. Here’s how it makes life easier:
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Customized for Your Family: Do you have students at two (or more!) schools? You can "follow" multiple schools to get a feed of news, notices, and events.
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No Sign-In Required: Access essential content like district-wide announcements, live updates, and school calendars instantly. There’s no password to remember, and no login is required.
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Real-Time Notifications: Get push notifications for urgent updates including weather announcements.
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Everything in One Place: From bell schedules and staff directories to athletic event locations and school menus, the app is a central hub for all things FCPS.
To ensure every family stays informed, the app supports automatic translation for more than 100 languages. Learn more about the app or download it today from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
 Stone MS 2025-2026 Yearbook
Please do not forget to order your student's yearbook.
They sellout fast.
Order at yearbookforever.com
Westfield HS Dance Team Winter Clinic:
The Westfield Varsity Dance Team is excited to host our Second Annual Winter Clinic on Sunday, January 25th. All participants will have the opportunity to perform alongside our team at the WHS Boys Varsity Basketball Game on Thursday, January 29th.
No dance experience is required! Please see the attached flyer and share with anyone you know in 2nd–8th grade who may be interested in joining us for this fun event.
WHSDT Winter 2026 Clinic and Football Game Performance
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:
- More News and Updates on-the-go With the FCPS App
- Academy Open Houses
- Connect With Your Kids: Simple Steps to Stronger Communication
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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