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April 17, 2026
Happy Friday, Panther Families:
April is the Month of the Military Child, and we proudly recognize and celebrate our military-connected students and families. We understand that military life often brings frequent moves, transitions, and new beginnings. Despite these challenges, our students continue to demonstrate resilience, strength, and excellence. To our military families: Thank you for your service, your sacrifice, and the many ways you enrich our school community.
This week, we proudly hosted our inaugural Geography Bee, and what an exciting success it was! Congratulations to our outstanding winners: 1st Place – Richmond Kwarteng, 2nd Place – Andrew Burns, and 3rd Place – Michael Vito. We are incredibly proud of these students; this was no small feat, and their achievement reflects true academic excellence.
Our 3rd Quarter Honor Roll Celebration will take place on Friday, April 24, 2026. Families of students who earned Honor Roll for the 3rd Quarter should have already received an RSVP via email. This celebration will highlight the value of service, and we invite families to consider bringing a canned good or nonperishable item to support our South Lakes Pyramid “Stuff the Bus” initiative and help those in need within our community.
As we enter the final stretch of the school year, please mark your calendars for these important events:
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Date
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Event
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Time
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Location
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April 23 & 24
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Musical
Beauty and the Beast
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7 p.m.
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LHMS
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April 24
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Honor Roll Celebration
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See RSVP (email)
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LHMS
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April 25
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Musical
Beauty and the Beast
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3 p.m. & 7 p.m.
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LHMS
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April 29
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SOL Pep Rally
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Pep Rally Bell Schedule
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LHMS
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May 4
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PTA Meeting
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7 p.m.
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LHMS
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May 6
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Reading SOL
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Modified Bell Schedule
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LHMS
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May 6
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Chorus Concert
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7 p.m.
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LHMS
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May 12
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Science 8 SOL
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Modified Bell Schedule
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LHMS
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May 14
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Math SOL
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Modified Bell Schedule
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LHMS
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May 15
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PTA Basketball Games
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5:30 p.m. (doors open)
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LHMS
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May 18-22
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I-Ready and MAP Testing
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During English and Math classes
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LHMS
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May 20
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NJHS Induction Ceremony
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5 p.m.
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LHMS
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May 21
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Theater Showcase
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7 p.m.
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LHMS
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May 29
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Performing Arts Field Trip
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All Day
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Busch
Gardens
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June 1
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PTA Meeting
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7 p.m.
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LHMS
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June 2
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Orchestra Concert
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7 p.m.
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South Lakes
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June 3
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Band Concert
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7 p.m.
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South Lakes
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June 9
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8th Grade Moving-On Celebration
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7 p.m.
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South Lakes
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June 11
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7th Grade Awards
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6 p.m.
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LHMS
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June 11 & 12
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Laptop Return
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During PE
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LHMS
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June 12
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8th-Grade Dance
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6-8 p.m.
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LHMS
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June 16
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Field Day
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All Day
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LHMS
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June 17
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Last Day of School for Students
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Early Release Bell Schedule
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LHMS
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Indeed, spring is in the air, and we are in the home stretch—finishing the 2025–2026 school year strong. Thank you for your continued support and partnership. Remember, we are Langston Hughes Middle School—where awesome is the new normal.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Principal Mizell
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.
FCPS will offer lunch and a snack at no cost to children aged 18 and under on April 21 at participating schools. The meals must be eaten on site, and enrichment activities will be available. For more information, visit the FCPS Food and Nutrition Services webpage.
STUDENT SERVICES
Make Sure Your Children Are Up-to-Date on Immunizations
Please make sure your child has all of their necessary immunizations. Remember, all students are required to be immunized against certain diseases to attend school in Virginia. This is an important part of keeping children healthy!
Starting Monday, May 18, students who have not provided proof of immunization may not be allowed to attend school. You can check your child’s immunization status and submit updated immunization information by accessing SIS ParentVUE. If you have questions about your child’s needs, please contact our Student Information Assistant, Cristina Hannon at CMHannon@fcps.edu.
Please check with your health care provider to make sure your child is up to date on required immunizations for the 2025-26 school year. If your child needs an immunization, make an appointment with your healthcare provider, schedule an appointment with Inspire Health Alliance, visit the Fairfax County Health Department website for a list of child immunization clinics, or view other Immunization Resources. Be wise and immunize!
Asegúrese de que su hijo/a esté al Día con sus Vacunas
Por favor, asegúrese de que su hijo/a tenga todas las vacunas necesarias. Recuerde que en el estado de Virginia todos los estudiantes están obligados a estar vacunados contra ciertas enfermedades para poder atender a clases. ¡Este es un importante paso para mantener a los niños sanos!
A partir del lunes 18 de mayo, los estudiantes que no hayan entregado prueba de estar vacunados no podrán asistir a clases. Usted puede revisar cuáles vacunas tiene su hijo y enviar esa información actualizada en SIS ParentVUE.
Por favor, consulte a su médico familiar para que se asegure de que su hijo/a está al día con las vacunas obligatorias para el año escolar 2025-2026. Si le falta alguna vacuna a su hijo, usted puede hacer una cita con su médico, hacerla con Inspire Health Alliance, visitar la página web del Departamento de Salud del Condado de Fairfax para encontrar una lista de las clínicas de inmunización disponibles, o hallar otros Recursos para la Vacunación. ¡Sea precavido, vacúnelos!
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
Social Emotional Learning with Second Step
In this week’s lesson, students learned about how to find solutions to a conflict that everyone can agree on. Family conversation starter: Ask your child about a conflict they recently had where they got something they wanted after it was resolved. Share a similar situation of your own.
LANGSTON HUGHES MIDDLE SCHOOL - PTA
PTA Meetings for the 2025-26 school year!
Mark your calendars now: May 4, June 1.
All meetings are at 7:00 p.m. in our LHMS Library unless otherwise indicated.
STUDENT ACTIVITIES
 Month of the Military Child
April is month of the military child. Wear purple throughout the month to recognize our military students.
 Help the South Lakes Pyramid Schools STUFF the BUS!
All schools in the South Lakes pyramid will be collecting donations for the South Lakes Food Pantry. See a list of suggestions on the back of this page.
On Friday, April 24, a FCPS bus will travel from school to school to pick up donations and STUFF the BUS. All donations will go to the South Lakes High School Food Pantry.
 Items Needed to Stuff the Bus
CANS
Tuna
Salmon
Vegetables
Soup
Chicken
Chili
Juices
Pasta Sauce
Tomato sauce
Fruit
PLASTIC BOTTLES &JARS (no glass, please)
Cooking Oil
Peanut Butter
Jelly/Jam
spice jars (oregano, cilantro, red pepper flakes,
garlic powder, basil)
BOX/DRY GOODS
Boxed Milk
Cereal
Lentils/Beans
Oatmeal (small canisters)
Macaroni & Cheese
Pasta
BAGS
Rice, Dried Beans, Lentils (1 and 2 Pound bags)
Flour
Sugar
HYGIENE PRODUCTS
Toiletries (shampoo, deodorant, toothbrushes, toothpaste, bar soap)
Feminine Products
Diapers (size 4 and 5 are needed most)
Baby wipes
Chap Stick
Hand Soap-pump
Lotion
AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM
Hughes Middle School Basketball Tryouts Announcement
We are excited to announce that Hughes Middle School will be holding tryouts for the basketball team in preparation for our upcoming game against Carson Middle School on Friday, May 15th.
Tryout Details:
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Date: Monday, April 20th and Thursday, April 23rd.
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Location: Hughes Middle School Gymnasium
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Time: 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Before students can participate in tryouts, the following must be completed: (Completed forms should be submitted to the main office)
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FCPS Sports Registration: Complete the Fairfax County Public Schools sports registration for basketball.MS Basketball Registration 2026 (Hughes and Carson)
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Sports Physical: Submit a current sports physical form to the school. PPE
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Emergency Care Form: Provide a completed emergency care form. Emergency Contact Form.
To help families complete the physical requirement, the Hughes PTA will be providing a Free Sports Physical Clinic on Saturday, April 18th, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Hughes Middle School.
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/z3vhZhyZtwWrfi9J7
Students should come prepared with appropriate athletic clothing and basketball shoes suitable for indoor play.
We look forward to an exciting game and encourage all interested students to try out.
Coaches:
Boy’s-Mr. Glenn mwglenn@fcps.edu
Girl’s -Coach K knechols@fcps.edu
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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.
 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
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