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March 19, 2026
Happy Thursday—Friday Junior, Panther Families! 😊
With no school tomorrow (Friday, March 20, 2026), we’re sending our News You Choose today to keep you informed and ahead of the week.
This is an important reminder that school begins promptly at 7:30 a.m., and all students are expected to be in class, seated, and ready to learn at the first bell. Students can enter the building at 7:10 a.m. Administration will be closely monitoring first-bell tardies. While we extended grace during the winter months and inclement weather, we are now returning to full expectations. Students who are habitually late and unexcused will receive consequences. Thank you to the many students who arrive on time each day and set the standard for excellence; we appreciate you!
We have a busy and exciting week ahead! On Wednesday, March 25, our AVID program invites students to wear college t-shirts or sweatshirts as we celebrate our College Fair during the school day.
That evening, our SCA proudly presents its signature event: “I See Me in Reston” from 5:30–7:00 p.m. Join us as our Panther community comes together to celebrate the diverse cultures that make Reston such a vibrant and special place. It will be an evening filled with food, art, music, and cultural pride! Families can participate in several ways:
- Bring a dish for the Community Potluck Table;
- Host a Cultural Showcase Table (share crafts, artifacts, or traditions);
- Perform a musical or dance piece representing your culture.
Be sure to complete the “I See Me in Reston” Sign-Up Form if you would like to participate. We would love to see you there!
Mark your calendars:
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Friday, March 20 - No School (Holiday)
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Friday, March 27 - Early Release (Last Day of 3rd Quarter)
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March 30–April 3 - No School (Spring Break)
- Monday, April 6, 2026 - Teacher Workday – No School for Students
- Friday, April 10, 2026 - School Planning Day/Student Holiday
- Tuesday, April 21, 2026 - No School (Special Election)
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Friday, April 24, 2026 - Third (3rd) Quarter Honor-Roll Celebration
Please continue to stay connected by checking your email, reading News You Choose and Sunday’s THIS and THAT, and following us on X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and Facebook.
And remember—we are Langston Hughes Middle School, where AWESOME is the new normal!
With Panthers in Mind,
Principal Mizell
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IMPORTANT DATES
No School/Student Holiday: Friday, March 20, 2026
I See Me In Reston: Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Spring Break: Monday, March 30 - Friday April 3, 2026
Teacher Workday/No School: Monday, April 6, 2026
School Planning Day/Student Holiday: Friday, April 10, 2026
No School (Special Election): Tuesday, April 21, 2026
End of 3rd Quarter/ 2-hour Early Release: Friday, March 27, 2026
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Family Engagement Survey
FCPS is administering our Family Engagement Survey, which will be open through Monday, March 23. Your feedback is critical in helping us to better recognize, understand, respect, and address family strengths and needs in our schools. The survey will be available in English, Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Pashto, Spanish, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
Skyview High School Boundary Process
FCPS families are invited to join the kickoff meeting, where we will outline what to expect, review criteria guiding boundary development, answer questions, and gather your input on key themes related to boundary planning. The meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 25, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., at Westfield High School. You may register to participate in person or via Zoom. For more information, please visit the Skyview Boundary Development webpage.
STUDENT SERVICES
Integrated Reading and Writing (IRW): Tuesday, March 24
Our 8th grade students will take the IRW on Tuesday, March 24. In order to provide the best testing environment possible, the entire school will follow our school-wide testing schedule. Testing will begin at 7:30am.
7:30-9:57 - Testing block
10:00-10:50 - 1st period
10:53-12:23 - 5th period (with lunches)
12:35- 1:20 - 3rd period
1:23-2:15 - 7th period
Please be sure that your child arrives at school on time, with their fully charged laptop. Additionally, all students, both 7th and 8th graders, received an email from Ms. Connelly-Kosek with their 1st period room location for March 24. Please remind your student to review this email. If they did not receive it, email EKConnellyko@fcps.edu.
26-27 Course Request Approval: Action Needed
Please review/approve your child’s Course Selection for the 26-27 academic year by March 27, 2026. To approve the requests, log into ParentVUE and complete the following steps.
- Navigate to the Student Info module.
- Click Edit Information.
- Locate the Course Request Acknowledgment field.
- Update the field to "Yes" and click Save Changes.
Click here to learn more about the course requests. If you wish to make changes to your child’s requests, please complete this form: LHMS Course Request Change Form. The deadline to request changes is March 27, 2026. Please be mindful that requests are not a guarantee of placement.
SAVE-THE-DATES: SOL Testing Schedule
The SOLs are an important opportunity for students to demonstrate what they have learned and what areas they may still need support in. Please partner with us by encouraging your student(s) to do their best on each assessment. Our goal is to help students reach their full potential, and an accurate SOL score is an important data point in that mission.
All testing begins at 7:30am. Please avoid scheduling appointments on testing days and help your child arrive at school on time.
May 6: Reading 7 and 8
May 12: Physical Science (8th grade only)
May 14: Mathematics
2026 Special Education Family Conference: Rescheduled
The 2026 Special Education Family Conference has been rescheduled to Saturday, April 18, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Marshall High School.
Updated conference details are now available on the Special Education Family Conference webpage. Please register for the event.
Prepare for Summer Learning and Fun for StudentsRegistration is open or will be available soon for summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.
VIP Camp
We believe every student is a very important person. Our mission is to provide a safe, enriching environment where your child can stay active, spark new interests, and build lasting friendships. Camp will run from July 1–July 30 at Rachel Carson Middle School. Registration is open! Visit the VIP website for program details and registration information.
Career and Technical Education and Institute for the Arts CampsCareer and Technical Education camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Robinson Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. Tuition assistance is available to FCPS families eligible for free or reduced meals. Details for each camp can be found at the links below:
CTE Summer Academy (CSA)
Institute for the Arts (IFTA)
Production Camp
LANGSTON HUGHES MIDDLE SCHOOL - PTA
PTA Meetings for the 2025-26 school year!
Mark your calendars now: Apr 13, May 4, June 1.
All meetings are at 7:00 p.m. in our LHMS Library unless otherwise indicated.
STUDENT ACTIVITIES
 Join the LHMS SCA on Wednesday March 25th from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for I See Me In Reston! The Panther community will come together to celebrate the many wonderful cultures that make Reston our home. Join us for a celebration featuring food, art, music and more!
Sign up to add a dish to our Community Potluck Table!
See you there!
 College Spirit Day
Wear college gear on Wednesday, March 25th!
AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM
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Math Help
Math help sessions are now available after school on Wednesdays in Ms. Woolf’s room.
There will be two sessions each Wednesday:
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First Session: 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. General math help with After School Staff
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Second Session: 3:30 pm.m - 4:30 p.m. Peer tutoring with students from South Lakes High School
Students are welcome to stay for one or both sessions, depending on their needs.
Please complete the Google Form to help us understand what kind of support is most helpful.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeElVT2aJFRxA1qmSFTphjQUj_eCgkQJtazIB73Mmj81BysNg/viewform?usp=header
All students are encouraged to attend and take advantage of this opportunity for extra practice and support!
Flag Star - Spring Flag Football League
Flag Star Football is launching its Spring Flag Football League in Reston and is looking for a few more players to complete the field! Whether your child is brand new to football or already loves to compete, this league is all about great games, great teammates, and a positive sports experience.
Who: 2nd–8th graders (boys & girls, all skill levels welcome)
When: Saturdays, April 18 – June 6
Where: Local Reston/Herndon fields
Players can register as free agents and we’ll place them on a team — or rally 10+ friends and form your own squad.
To help get things started, FCPS families can use promo code FCPSRESTON for 50% off registration.
Register here:
https://flagstarfootball.sportngin.com/register/form/175837137
Questions? Reach out to ximena@flagstarfootball.com.
 VIP CAMP - Attention Rising 8th Graders!
Here’s a summer opportunity your student won’t want to miss! FCPS & NCS are teaming up again to offer an incredible summer camp.
The camp is filled with exciting activities such as Sports, STEM, Cooking, Drama, and Film Making, along with weekly field trips.
Highlights:
Location: Carson Middle School
Dates: July 1 - 30
Cost: $100 for the entire session (field trips have an additional fees)
Transportation: Provided to and from camp
Staffing: Several Hughes Staff
Register now.
https://www.fcps.edu/get-involved/activities/middle-school-student-activities/vip-summer-camp
 LAST CHANCE for yearbooks! This is a student-created publication that captures the Langston Hughes journey this year. Don’t miss out on ordering your copy. Pre-ordering is the only way to guarantee your student will get a yearbook. Pre-orders close on April 30th. We will sell out, don’t wait!
Pre-Order here: https://yearbookordercenter.com/job/13926
  LHMS Support for Students During Ramadan
Throughout the year, as we recognize and celebrate cultural holidays and observances, families are encouraged to reach out to their child's school counselor for any needed accommodations. These may include arrangements for lunch, prayer/meditation, or silent-reflection spaces and times. If your child will be using the meditation and silent-reflection space during instructional hours, or if they are in need of an alternative lunch location during Ramadan, please complete this permission form.
Fasting Meal Kits are available February 18 – March 19.
You can learn more about the meal kits here. You must submit a separate request for each week. For any questions or concerns, please contact Marissa Brooks at MLBrooks@fcps.edu. Visit the Food and Nutrition webpage for forms, deadlines, and other information. Please contact the Office of Food and Nutrition Services with any questions at FCPSFNS@fcps.edu or 703-813-4800.
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