Tuesday, 2/24/26
Winter Band Concert, 7 pm, Sangster Gym
Wednesday, 2/25/26
Yearbook Clubs Photo Day
Thursday, 2/26/26
Handbell, Percussion and Chorus Winter Concert, 6 pm, Sangster
Monday, 3/2/26 - Friday, 3/6/26
Read Across America Spirit Week (Details below!)
Tuesday, 3/3/26
PTA Science Fair, Sangster Gym, 6-7 pm
Wednesday, 3/18/26
3-hour Early Release
Students dismissed at 12:55 pm
Friday, 3/20/26
No School: Eid al-Fitr Holiday
Thanks to our PTA for a wonderful Reflections program this year. The theme was "I Belong" and students were encouraged to explore the arts (photography, poetry, literature, music, video, visual arts) to express themselves.
This year's winners included:
John Nobles, 3rd grade, Award of Merit
Mia Acevedo, kinder, Award of Merit
Isha Singh, 3rd grade, Award of Excellence
Neil Singh, 1st grade, Award of Excellence
Charlie Engineer-Hopkins, 2nd grade, Award of Excellence
Chelsea Yom, 5th grade, Outstanding Interpretation GOLD Award (Visual art featured above)
Congratulations to all!
 (Above) 1st graders in Ms. Lashari's class read Love Monster by Rachel Bright and created the love monster hats on Valentine's Day!
(Right) 1st graders in Ms. Volpe's class dressed in pink, red and hearts
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Download the RaptorSafe App to your mobile phone so that you can quickly sign in as a visitor or volunteer to Sangster Elementary, or any FCPS school!
How to Use: Download "Raptor Safe" from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
Setup: Scan your driver’s license and take a selfie for verification.
Check-in: A new QR code is generated for each visit to be scanned at the school entrance.
Registration: No special code is needed during setup.
Privacy: The app stores only essential info (name, DOB, photo, last 4 digits of ID) and does not store the verification selfie.
The Mobile App is quick and easy - and the preferred method for most visitors.
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Ramadan (Feb. 18-March 19)
For Students Who are Fasting
For the month of Ramadan, Sangster will provide a comfortable and quiet space for students who are fasting during lunch as an alternative to the cafeteria.
Please use this form to request that your student spend their lunch time in a designated quiet area. This space will allow them to rest, read, or engage in quiet activities in an area that is supervised.
We are planning to offer this space from February 18 - March 19, 2026. If different dates are needed, please add information about your student's needs to the notes section of the form.
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Fasting? Take a Meal Kit Home!
FCPS is offering take-home meal kits for students fasting for Ramadan between Feb. 18 - March 19.
Parents must fill out a form for each student every week, and students will pick up the kits at the end of each school day.
Meal kits are charged just like school meals and include the same healthy, fresh food from the school menu.
For more information and to fill out the forms, visit fcps.edu/food.
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 March 2 - 6 Spirit Days
Monday, 3/2: Blast off with BOOK CHARACTER Day (Dress up as your favorite BOOK character - no masks, blowups or weapons)
Tuesday, 3/3: Out of this World Day (Wear a galaxy of mismatched colors or tie-dyed clothing!)
Wednesday, 3/4: Star Student Day (Wear stars, sparkles, polka dots -- or your school spirit wear!)
Thursday, 3/5: Space "Helmet" Day (Wear your favorite hat! It doesn't have to be a helmet!)
Friday, 3/6: Dream Big Pajama Day! (Wear your PJs and let reading sail you to the stars!)
Purchase Gear Now!
April is the Month of the Military Child, and FCPS will be celebrating Purple Up! Day on Wednesday, April 15.
This is a special day for us to come together and wear purple as a visible gesture of support for our military-connected youth.
Purple symbolizes the combined colors of all branches of the military.
FCPS Purple Up! T-shirts and other items are available for purchase now through Wednesday, March 11, in our Custom Ink online store.
For more information and/or to connect with FCPS resources, email us at militaryfamilies@fcps.edu.
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 Wednesday, April 15, 6-7:30 pm
Save the date for Sangster's Annual Family Cultural Night, which will coincide with the Spring Book Fair. More details to come!
 Last Week to Get the Lowest Price
Visit www.buytheyearbook.com
Sangster Yearbook School ID: 732371
Order by Sunday, March 1, and the price is $16. The price per yearbook will increase to $18 starting March 2. Name on cover and hardcover upgrades are available.
Keep your email receipt as proof of purchase.
 Online Registration Open
Online registration for the 2026-2027 school year is now open, including rising kindergarteners.
To begin the process, visit fcps.edu/online-registration.
Questions?
Email Maribel Sanchez, Sangster Registrar, or call her directly at 703-644-8203.
 Lake Braddock Middle School
All student course selections will be visible in SIS (Student Information System), through ParentVue or StudentVue this month.
If you need to set up a ParentVue account or need a refresher on how to login, click here.
Students have been instructed on how to access their StudentVue account to check their course selections. For more information about your child’s SIS StudentVue account, click here.
Washington Irving Middle School
Student course selection sheets are being entered into Student Information System (SIS).
If your child is in the Level Four AAP program and is planning on going to Irving, you must complete this Google form from the FCPS AAP Office so Irving is indicated in SIS.
AAP Level Four students going to Irving cannot enter their course selections into SIS until this step is taken.
Math
If your child intends on taking Algebra I Honors next year, you might notice a different Math course indicated in SIS. This is intentional. Both Lake Braddock and Irving ask that all students planning on taking Algebra I Honors enter Pre-Algebra Honors on their course selection sheets. Students cannot be placed in Algebra I H until after grades and test scores are reviewed at the end of the year.
Need to Know Timeline and Resources
Here is a complete list of all middle school transition events and linked resources for Lake Braddock and Irving. Please reach out with any questions.
Future Planning for Elementary and Middle School Students in Special Education
For families, caregivers, and educators of students receiving special education services. Join Career and Transition Services (CTS) to learn about planning for life in and after high school!
Wednesday, March 4
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Luther Jackson Middle School
Click here to register for the event.
7th Grade Immunization Information
Tdap & MenACWY for Rising 7th Graders
Immunizations are available from your child’s healthcare provider, the Fairfax County Health Department, or other community resources. Visit our FCPS Immunization Resources page for more information..
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Lake Braddock Chorus invites you to our annual Pre-Assessment concert.
The concert will be held on February 24 at 7 pm in the Little Theater.
Admission is free.
Enjoy the songs the middle school and high school students will be performing at Assessment this year!
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Black History Month
The community is invited to a Black History Month Celebration — Rooted in Resilience: Echoes of Excellence — on Wednesday, February 25, at 6 p.m., at Carter G. Woodson High School.
Family Cafe
The Family Café Series is a time for families to learn about topics that support their child’s growth and learning. These fun and helpful sessions keep families informed and involved in their child’s education—mind, body, and heart.
Upcoming Family Café Sessions:
Introduction to Career Pathways for Students
Learn about the various career and technical education courses available to middle and high school students in FCPS, including information about available pathways, specialty programs and career academy opportunities.
Register here
6:30-8 pm, Thursday, Feb. 26, at Lorton Community Center
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VA College Benefits: Virtual Workshop
Family & School Partnerships is hosting a virtual workshop to help! A benefits expert from George Mason University (GMU) will explain the different ways the government helps pay for school. Topics covered will include:
This virtual event will be held via Zoom on Thursday, February 26, 2026, from 6 to 7 p.m.
Please fill out this Google form to register and receive the Zoom link.
Summer Enrichment Programs
Tech Adventure Camp: Current Kindergarten - grade 5 students explore Business/Marketing, Family + Consumer Sciences, Health + Medical Sciences, STEAM, and Trades by rotating through daily classes
Career and Technical Education (CTE) Summer Academy: Current grade 6 - 11 students choose their classes and dive deeper into CTE program areas, skills, and career exploration
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3-Hour Early Release Wednesdays
(12:55 pm dismissal)
March 18
April 22
May 13
Kiss and Ride Ends at 9:09 am
Staff leave the Kiss-n-Ride area around 9:09 am. If your child is brought to school at 9:10 am or after, they must be signed in at the main office by an adult.
Attendance
Report absences online through ParentVue, by email, or by calling 703-644-8282. Visit our attendance page for more information!
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