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Upcoming Important Dates!
- March 18 Principal's Coffee Talk
- March 20 Holiday - Eid al-Fitr - No School
- March 24 SCA Movie Day - After School
- March 24 PTA General Membership Meeting - Virtual
- March 27 End of Quarter - Early Release - No After School
- March 30 - April 3 Spring Break
- April 6 Teacher Workday - No School
- April 13 - 20 Book Fair
- April 15 Purple Up Party
- April 21 Teacher Workday - Special Election - No School
- April 25 Frost Drama Presents! Anything Goes
- April 28 7th Grade Dance - After School (all after school clubs will be canceled)
Family Engagement
 ☕ Join Us for Frost MS Coffee Talk!
Looking for a chance to connect with the school community and stay in the loop? We’d love to see you at our monthly Coffee Talk!
It’s a great way to start your morning with some caffeine and conversation. We meet on the 3rd Wednesday of every month.
Our next Coffee Talk will be March 18
This month's Coffee Talk will feature Krystle Trammell, FCPS Family Partnership Specialist. Krystle will provide families strategies for effective advocacy, addressing the unique needs of both general and special education students. The discussion will cover essential strategies for navigating academic challenges and social-emotional well-being.
February Coffee Talk Presentation
This presentation provides an essential guide for families to navigate the various technology tools used within Fairfax County Public Schools, including SIS ParentVUE, Schoology, TalkingPoints, & Lightspeed. It offers step-by-step instructions on how to access student grades, report absences, and monitor digital activity. Reach out to Jenny Collins, SBTS, at jacollins@fcps.edu, should you have any questions.
 April is Month of the Military Child
Frost is honored to have 125 military connected students – that’s about 10% of our school! We will celebrate our students throughout April – to include a spirit week April 13-17, with Wednesday, April 15th being the FCPS Purple-Up for military kids day. Frost school counselor, Larkin Gibas, will be sending information directly to our Military connected families. Please contact Ms. Gibas (LRGibas@fcps.edu) by March 20 if you do not receive it, so we can ensure we have your student included in our upcoming celebrations. FCPS includes retiree status in our correspondence, but students are free to opt out of any of our activities if they wish. For more information and/or to connect with FCPS resources, email us at militaryfamilies@fcps.edu.
📚 Get Ready for the Spring Book Fair!
It’s time to clear some space on your bookshelves! Frost Middle School is thrilled to announce our upcoming Spring Book Fair, running from April 9th through April 22nd.
Events like this can’t happen without our amazing community. The librarians are looking for parent volunteers to help with:
The Best Part? All volunteers (and their students!) will receive 10% off their book fair purchases as a thank you for your time.
Ready to help out? Just click the button below to grab a shift: Sign up to Volunteer for the Book Fair HERE
Questions? Contact Amy Sheridan (amyljeffery@hotmail.com) or Sophany Setliff (sophany.setliff@gmail.com), PTA Book Fair Chairpersons or Dawn Alexander, Frost Librarian, at dlalexander@fcps.edu
 🏛️ Dive Into History: "Revolutionary Ideas" Conference
The Fairfax County History Commission invites you to a day of discovery as we mark the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. This free event explores how Fairfax County shaped—and was shaped by—the ideas and people of the Revolution.
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When: Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m..
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Where: Fairfax County Government Center.
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Highlights: * Hear from keynote speaker Richard Bell and featured scholars from George Mason University.
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Enjoy fun afternoon activities for all ages, including an "It’s Revolutionary!" Trivia Show, an archaeology challenge, and interactive genealogy sessions.
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Explore student research poster exhibits and digital tools for history research.
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Perks: The conference is free, lunch options are available, and educators can earn CEU credits.
Find more information and sign up at fairfaxcounty.gov/history-commission/.
22nd Annual Techstravaganza
Saturday, May 16, 2026 from 10 AM to 4 PM
TJHSST
Techstravaganza is a free, public, hands-on STEM activity fair for elementary and middle school students in Northern Virginia. In previous years, we've hosted more than 4,500 students and 70 labs presenting STEM activities. Our exhibitors range from TJHSST clubs and our own TWIST volunteers to organizations like NASA SCaN, Art of Problem Solving, George Mason University, American Society of Naval Engineers, and the National Air and Space Museum.
Admission is free – register here! More information about the event can be found on our website at https://techstrav.org/index.html
Meditation Space
This year, Ramadan, the holiest month in the Islamic calendar, falls from the evening, February 18 through March 19. We would like to know how many Frost students will need accommodation and access to meditation and prayer space during this time. As always, students whose religious beliefs require them to pray at a specific time that coincides with instructional time can be accommodated with parental permission submitted to the school principal.
Please complete this survey if you give your student permission to pray during the school day.
In alignment with FCPS regulations and expectations, Frost MS ensures that students and staff of all religious backgrounds have reasonable accommodation and access to meditation and silent reflection spaces within the school building.
🍎 Help Fill Our School’s Food Pantry!
The next Red Bag Event April 25th!
Have you noticed those red bags around the neighborhood? We are partnering with Food For Neighbors to collect weekend food for middle and high school students in Northern Virginia who struggle with hunger.
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How it Works: Five times a year, donors fill a "Red Bag" with food from a specific list. Drivers pick them up, and volunteers help sort and deliver the food directly to local schools.
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Get Involved: You can make a big difference by requesting your own Red Bag, making a donation, or volunteering your time.
Join the movement: www.foodforneighbors.org.
Cares Corner
Participate today!
Your voice matters!
Share your thoughts around important topics impacting your student’s success. By participating in the Family Engagement Survey, parents/caregivers are making their voices heard. Survey topics include:
- Welcoming environment
- Communication
- Family and school partnerships
Help us better recognize, understand, respect, and address family strengths and needs in our schools.
TAKE THE SURVEY!
Visit the Family Engagement Survey webpage for more information.
FCPS ACE Adult English Classes -
Spring Semester Enrollment Open
(Upcoming) Adults in our community can enroll in comprehensive ESOL classes through FCPS Adult and Community Education. Classes are offered at multiple proficiency levels with morning and evening options at locations across the county. Tuition is significantly lower than most college or private language programs.
More information and registration: FCPS Adult and Community Education ESOL Classes
FCPS Summer Programs Registration now open
(Summer 2026. Ongoing) Includes Tech Adventure Camp, Career Technical Education Summer Academy, Elementary Institute for the Arts, Institute for the Arts, and Production Camp at Robinson Secondary School. Link: Registration link
Virginia Energy Assistance Program (DSS)
Eligible households may receive help with heating, cooling, or energy emergencies through Fuel, Crisis, and Cooling Assistance programs. Support can include help paying utility bills, heating fuel, deposits, or repairing/replacing heating or cooling equipment. Applications are accepted online via CommonHelp, by phone, or through local DSS offices during program-specific application periods. Benefits are based on availability of funds.
Health Department/Community Health Centers
Neighborhood Health and Healthworks- Effective January 1, 2023, the Fairfax County Health Department Dental Program transferred to the Community Health Centers serving Fairfax County: Neighborhood Health and HealthWorks. Individuals seeking dental services should contact the Community Health Center nearest them.
Find additional local and regional dental care resources at the Health Department website: Dental Services https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/health/dental| Health
Neighborhood Health Flyer (including Dental – Spanish)- (Spanish)
Northern Virginia Family Services
NVFS Training Futures is a 12-week program that helps adults gain in-demand digital and office support skills, earn a professional certificate, and receive hands-on support with resumes, interviewing, and networking. Classes run Monday–Friday from 9:30 a.m.–2 p.m., with a mix of virtual and in-person sessions, and the next cycle begins February 2026. Now accepting applications nvfs.org/trainingfutures T46 Flyer
ECHO (Ecumenical Community Helping Others)
ECHO provides clothing, food, grade-appropriate school supplies packaged in backpacks, household items, computers and financial assistance to families that live in Burke and the greater Springfield area. Including all addresses in the following zip codes: 22151, 22152, 22153 and 22015, and some addresses in 22150 and 22312.
Family Winter Assistance
As the winter season approaches, we’d like to share some important reminders and community resource information regarding holiday assistance.
Families who may need assistance are encouraged to apply directly through the local charities and organizations listed below. These groups provide a range of supports during the holiday season, but also year-round!
Emergency Food Access Map- This food access resource connects community members to the locations of food distributions throughout Fairfax County. The results can be filtered by several variables including zip code, items needed, and language spoken. Metro routes are also displayed to help plan your trip. Please make sure to call or email the food provider listed on the map to confirm they are open. Flyers English and Spanish
Frost Assistance Information Form
Parents and caregivers, throughout the school year we receive information about programs in the community that may be helpful to families who are in need of financial and other types of assistance. If you would like to receive this information, please designate the area or areas of assistance that you could use support in through the following form. All information is kept confidential. https://forms.gle/aX7NwQ5piAbEYU8F9
Healthy Minds Fairfax
Healthy Minds Fairfax offers short-term behavioral health services for children and youth who live in Fairfax County. Families can access up to 8 free counseling sessions with licensed therapists for support with depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, or loss. For more information please click on the link: http://bit.ly/4moBFAZ
Throughout the school year we receive information about programs in the community that may be helpful to families who need financial and other types of assistance. If you would like to receive this information, please fill out the following survey. This information will be kept confidential.
https://forms.gle/tikQY2bA7LrjwYnG9
Food Distribution
Frost Middle School distributes weekend food bags containing nonperishable snack items to students in need on Friday afternoons. Please contact Becky Henry, school social worker, at 703-426-3864 or rkhenry2@fcps.edu if you would like your child to receive a bag or for more information. Participant names are confidential.
Family Resources
Get to Know FCPS and Resources Available to Families
Being connected to your school community helps you stay informed and support your child’s success. Take some time to get familiar with the many resources and tools available to FCPS families, including:
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School Age Child Care (SACC) — This Fairfax County Government program provides a safe and fun environment before and after school for elementary school-age children.
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FCPS Communications for Families — FCPS shares news and information to support student learning and promote family involvement.
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Family Engagement Resources — FCPS works to connect, strengthen, and support our families, schools, and communities.
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Family Liaisons — Family liaisons serve as a link between families and schools. Find out how family liaisons can support you and your family.
Resources for Families of Students with Disabilities
SEPTA, the Fairfax County Special Education Parent Teacher Association, was created to empower and connect families, students, and educators to ensure students with disabilities develop their full potential as individuals and community members. Learn more or become a member on the SEPTA website.
The Advisory Committee for Students with Disabilities (ACSD) is a state mandated Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC). Parents/guardians, students, teachers, administrators, staff, and others interested in special education at FCPS are welcome and encouraged to share their thoughts, ideas, and/or public comment related to the unmet needs of students with disabilities.
FCPS’ Office of Special Education Procedural Support provides guidance to staff, families, and students in areas related to the implementation of and compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, as amended.
Families of students in special education programs can find more resources in the Special Education Handbook for Parents. (Translations are available from the Parent Resource Center (PRC).)
The PRC offers free webinars, consultations, a lending library, and resources to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities. Their YouTube channel includes videos of workshops and webinars for families and educators to support student success. Sign up for their newsletter to receive information on upcoming webinars and other resources. Please contact the PRC with any questions at prc@fcps.edu or call 703-204-2941.
Kathy Murphy, the assistant ombuds for special education, provides information and support to parents/caregivers and students regarding special education and Section 504 services. Staff in the Office of the Ombuds believe that by being transparent and connecting families with available supports and services, children with special needs can equitably access public education.
Contact the ombuds by submitting a question, calling 571-423-4014, or emailing ombuds@fcps.edu.
Helpful Resources
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https://fairfaxcountyemergency.wpcomstaging.com/2022/07/26/covid-19-updates-new-vaccine-option-baby-vaccine-data-1-million-vaccines/Free hotspot and internet for families with students who receive free and/or reduced-price meals or Fairfax County services.
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988 is now active across the United States. This new, shorter phone number will make it easier for people to remember and access mental health crisis services. (Please note, the previous 1-800-273-TALK (8255) number will continue to function indefinitely.) Click here to learn more about 988.
- Locations to receive recommended child and adolescent immunizations are available throughout the Fairfax Health District, including at many pharmacies and groceries that have pharmacies. Please click here to find a location near you.
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Fairfax County Youth Substance Use Trends and Supports Webinar (recording). Due to the rise in opioid overdoses in the Fairfax Health District, which is consistent with national and state trends, Fairfax County Public Schools has partnered with Fairfax County Government to provide an educational webinar on youth substance use trends and supports.
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Healthy Minds Fairfax has a 1-pager on how to know when your child may have a mental health concern and where to get help.
Quick Links & Phone Numbers
Attendance Phone Line: 703-426-5702
Attendance Email: frostmiddle.attendance@fcps.edu
Attendance Online Submission
SIS Parent Vue Account Set-Up Video
Parent Information Phone Lines: Phone lines available in different languages to assist families.
Parent IT Support Portal
Frost MS Website
Frost MS PTA Homepage
FCPS School Year Calendars
Blue/Gray Calendar and Bell Schedule
Schoology
SIS ParentVUE Account Access
Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information
Frost MS Adminstration
Anthony Harris: Principal apharris@fcps.edu
Kenya Champ: Assistant Principal kschamp@fcps.edu
Katy Kownacki: Assistant Principal kkownacki@fcps.edu
Richard Deixler: Assistant Principal radeixler@fcps.edu
Ellen Reed: Assistant Principal evreed@fcps.edu
Danielle Hornbecker: Director of Student Services dshornbecker@fcps.edu
Counselors
Megan Dunn mpdunn@fcps.edu
Larkin Gibas lrgibas@fcps.edu
Dan Joo djoo@fcps.edu
Becky Mendoza ramendoza@fcps.edu
Katie Webb kawebb@fcps.edu
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