 Dear Stone Families,
Wow…what a wonky week of weather. I was in shorts and a winter coat in the same week. I suppose that’s spring for you—and in some ways, it mirrors the ups and downs we sometimes feel during the school year as well.
I would also like to share how proud we are of our musicians who recently participated in choir, band, and orchestra assessments. Our students represented Stone Middle School with great effort, talent, and dedication. Their performances are wonderful examples of the many positive things happening in our school.
As we move further into the spring season, we typically notice an increase in student behaviors that are not always positive. We ask that you please take a moment to talk with your students about making good choices and representing themselves and our school community well. At school, our administrative team will be reminding students of behavior expectations next week. We want the 4th quarter to be a strong and positive finish for everyone.
We are incredibly proud of Stone MS and the many strengths our students, staff, and families bring to the community. Whether it is our musical performances, academic accomplishments, or positive behaviors, we want those attributes to be the moments that shine—on social media, in the news, and in the way we treat one another every day.
Thank you for your continued support of Stone Middle School.
Sonya Williams
Principal
 Stone Middle After School Program continues, please encourage your student to explore the various activities and clubs offered.
FCPS CARES Nominations
Want a quick way to recognize an employee or team? Share an FCPS CARES! Families, colleagues, and students are all invited to submit. The FCPS CARES is automatically sent to the recipient(s) and their supervisor, and is posted on fcps.edu. Additionally, each month one school in our region wins a staff celebration from HR. Encourage your community to show our staff that their hard work is appreciated!
 April Statewide Election: No School for Students
There will be no school for students on Tuesday, April 21, for the Virginia statewide election. Student activities, athletic practices, and events may proceed as scheduled.
Fairfax County Public Schools will still exceed the required number of instructional hours for students, as set by the Virginia Department of Education.
Additional Student Holidays:
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Eid al-Fitr and Nowruz (evening only observance day, holiday)Thursday, March 19, is an evening only observance day for Eid al-Fitr, which begins at sundown. Friday, March 20, is a holiday and all schools and offices.
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Quarter End/Early ReleaseFriday, March 27, is the last day of the third quarter and early release for students.
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See the complete school year calendar.
- 🌷 Schools and school offices will be closed March 30 to April 3 for spring break. Monday, April 6, is a teacher work day and there will be no school for students. We wish our students and teachers a happy and restful Spring Break!
 Students in 7th and 8th grade participate in end of year Standards of Learning (SOL) Testing each year. Please keep the following testing dates in mind as you schedule your child’s appointments.
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SOL Assessment
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Monday, May 4, 2026
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7th and 8th Grade Reading
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Thursday, May 7, 2026
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7th and 8th Grade Math
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Tuesday, May 12, 2026
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8th Grade Science
7th Grade Practice Science
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Stone Student Services News
NEW: Parent Acknowledgment - Course Requests for Next School Year
As the Academic Advising and Course Selection period draws to a close, we want to ensure all families feel confident about their child's educational path. To facilitate this, we would like to highlight a new feature in SIS ParentVUE that allows parents and guardians to easily review and acknowledge their student's course requests for the 2026-27 school year. We understand that this process can sometimes bring questions, and we encourage you to contact your school directly for support or assistance
Instructions:
- Log into your ParentVUE account.
- Navigate to the Course Request module.
- Review your student’s course request list for next school year.
To complete the acknowledgment:
- Navigate to the Student Info module.
- Click Edit Information.
- Locate the Course Request Acknowledgment field.
- Update the acknowledgment field to Yes to confirm review.
- Click Save Changes.
📅 Acknowledgment Window: March 16, 2026 – March 27, 2026
Families have until March 27, 2026 to review and acknowledge course requests via this new feature.
Dear 8th Grade Parents,
We are excited to offer an opportunity to our current 8th graders to participate in a Rising 9th grade orientation field trip to Westfield High School on Monday, April 13th from 9:30am - 11:30am. During this time, students will hear from a student panel, learn about clubs and activities, tour the building and meet members of the Westfield team. There is no cost to attend.
We need parent permission for all students to ride the bus to Westfield and participate in all aspects of this field trip. Please complete the YELLOW permission slip that was given to your child and return to your child’s Panther Block teacher by Wednesday, March 25th.
If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact Tami Brumett, our Director of Student Services at 703-631-5527 or TLBrumett@fcps.edu
Sincerely,
Tami Brumett
Director of Student Services
Stone Middle School
703-631-5527
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
- Student success
- Advocacy
- Family and school partnerships
- Community 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 News
Parent Acknowledgment of Course Requests for Next School YearAs the academic advising and course selection period draws to a close, we want to ensure all families feel confident about their child's educational path. A new feature in SIS ParentVUE allows parents and guardians to easily review and acknowledge their student's course requests for the 2026-27 school year. Please contact Tami Brumett in Student Services for support or assistance. To access this feature:
- Log in to your ParentVUE account.
- Navigate to the Course Request module.
- Review your student’s course request list for next school year.
- To complete the acknowledgment, click Student Info in the left menu.
- Click Edit Information.
- In the Course Request Acknowledgment field, update the acknowledgment field to Yes.
- Click Save Changes.
Families have until Friday, March 27, to review and acknowledge course requests via this new feature.
Visit the FCPS SIS ParentVUE account overview webpage for more instructions and screenshots of this process.
Phones Off, Learning On
FCPS’ cell phone policy helps students focus, learn, and engage. When students put their phones away, they have more face-to-face interactions with their peers and teachers and more opportunities to develop resilience and problem-solving skills. Please remind your child that:
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Cell phones and personal devices (earbuds, headsets, other items connected to the internet) must be off and away for the entire school day (bell to bell).
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Smart watches that serve a dual purpose may be worn, but the phone features (texting, Internet viewing, and calls) are to be off when phone use is prohibited.
If you need to contact your child during the school day, please call our front office at 703-631-5500. Visit our cell phone policy webpage for more information and answers to frequently asked questions.
Community Conversations: Share Your Thoughts With Dr. Reid
Connecting with community members across our school division is critical to FCPS Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid. Her Community Conversations are opportunities for you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Events will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. (unless otherwise noted) on:
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Tuesday, March 17, from 6:45 to 7:45 p.m., at Glen Forest Elementary School.
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Monday, March 23, at Ravensworth Elementary School.
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Monday, April 13, at Belle View Elementary School.
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Monday, April 20, at Westgate Elementary School.
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Wednesday, April 22, at Crestwood Elementary School.
Click on a date to register to attend that event. Registration is not required, but helps with planning, especially for child care and interpretation services. Events are open to all. Visit the superintendent’s engagement page for the most up-to-date information.
2026 Special Education Family Conference: Rescheduled
The 2026 Special Education Family Conference has been rescheduled to April 18, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Marshall High School.
A new conference registration form is now available. Participants are asked to register again using the updated form, as previous registrations have expired.
Updated conference details are now available on the Special Education Family Conference webpage.
 Support Stone Middle School PTSA at Chipotle!
Mark your calendars for a delicious way to give back! Join us for a fundraiser at Chipotle on Wednesday, March 18th, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Whether you dine in or grab takeout, 25% of all event sales will be donated directly to the Stone Middle School PTSA!
Event Details:
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Location: 14383 Newbrook Dr Ste 100, Chantilly, VA.
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How to Participate: Show the fundraiser flyer at the register or place a pickup order online/via the app using code NCCPZEA.
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Important Note: To count toward our goal, online orders must be for pickup only; delivery and gift card purchases do not qualify.
We need to reach a minimum of $150 in total sales to receive the donation, so please bring your family and friends!
Reading Opens the World- Book Drive & Family Literacy Fair
30,000 FREE BOOKS for Families and Educators
- Up to 10 free books per child (30 per family) • Up to 50 free books for educators • Fun activities, DJ, arts & crafts • LEGO boxes while supplies last
Saturday, March 14 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Lorton Community Center 9520 Richmond Hwy, Lorton, VA
More info: jdelaney@fcft.org
 Dear Rising 9th Grade Students and Families,
My name is Scott Vossler, and I am proud to serve as the Head Football Coach at Westfield High School. I want to personally welcome and invite you to join the Westfield Football program as you begin your high school journey.
Westfield Football has a proud tradition of excellence, including 5 State Championships and an outstanding 259–65 overall record. In 26 short years the Westfield football program has guided several players to NFL careers and hundreds to college football programs. Those achievements reflect years of hard work, commitment, and belief in something bigger than ourselves. While we are proud of our championships, they do not define us.
What truly sets Westfield Football apart is our culture. From day one, you become part of a brotherhood built on trust, accountability, and effort. Our players support one another in the classroom, weight room, and on the field. We celebrate success together and face adversity together. The bonds formed here last well beyond Thursday and Friday nights.
Our coaching staff is committed to developing the complete student-athlete. We emphasize character, leadership, discipline, and academic excellence. Football teaches life lessons — perseverance, teamwork, resilience, and pride in representing something greater than yourself.
As you prepare for high school, I encourage you to challenge yourself and get involved. Whether you’ve played for years or are new to the game, there is a place for you in our program and we are excited to coach you. Please use the link to send us your contact information so we can send all the information you will need to play 9th grade football at Westfield: https://bit.ly/3NvMNRl
We look forward to hearing from you.
Go Bulldogs!
Scott Vossler
Head Football Coach
Westfield High School
sjvossler@fcps.edu
 We are very excited to share with you our upcoming Grace Loves Easter Egg Hunt happening on April 04, 2026 from 10 AM - 12 PM and look forward to celebrating Easter and the hope-filled season it brings with children and families being supported by your organization.
This is a FREE event created for a fun family experience!
Pre-registration will be very helpful in ensuring the proper amount of food, eggs, baskets and activity items to make it a sure win for everyone. Parents can register by texting the word EGGHUNT to 82155.
EVENT DETAILS:
Location: London Towne Elementary grounds
Date: Saturday, April 04, 2026
Time: 10 AM - 12 PM
Pre-Registration: Text the word EGGHUNT to 82155
Food, fun activities, egg hunts, and more. Baskets will be provided!
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:
- Family Engagement Survey
- Student Honors
- No School on April 21
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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