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Hello Mustangs,
Please note and remember that 8th graders will visit South County High School on June 9, 2026. Students received permission forms on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. Please use the link to submit a digital permission form if your student has misplaced theirs. We are also winding down the school year with our celebration week (June 8-12) and Student Appreciation Week (June 15-17). During our celebration week, students will have a Learning Seminar Awards Ceremony on June 10, 2026, and selected 8th graders will have an awards ceremony on Friday, June 12, 2026. Our 8th-grade dance, open to all 8th graders in good standing, is on June 12, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Furthermore, students will return their laptops on June 10 and 11, and backpacks will not be permitted from June 15 to June 17. During the final week of school, we will accommodate excused absences if necessary, and students will enjoy a movie day on June 17 to cap off a fantastic year! As always, thank you for your continued support, and please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions, feedback, or concerns. We look forward to seeing everyone on Monday!
8th Grade Field Trip Permission Form to South County High School
Justin Simmons | Principal | South County Middle School
Calendar Reminders
June 9 - 8th Grade Field Trip to SCHS
June 10-11 - Laptop Collection
June 11 - Orchestra Concert, 7 PM
June 12 - 8th Grade Dance
June 15-17 - Student Appreciation Week
June 17 - Last Day of School, 2 Hour Early Release
2026-27 First Day of School
Monday, August 24, is the first day of school for the 2026-27 school year! Be sure to bookmark the 2026-27 School Year Calendar.
Medicine Pick-Up
This is just a reminder to parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than the student dismissal time (10:00am) on the last day of school (6/17/26). Medication left in the health room after that time will be destroyed.
We advise that those with diabetic or seizure emergency medications wait until your students' last day of school to pick up their medications in case of an emergency as we do not have back-ups available.
Parents are welcome to pick up other medications prior to 6/17/26.
Students cannot pick up these medications themselves.
Calendar Survey
FCPS values your input as we plan future school calendars. On Friday, June 5, all caregivers and FCPS staff will receive an email from noreply@fcps.edu containing a unique link to complete the FCPS Calendar Survey.
Your feedback matters. Please take a few minutes to share your priorities and perspectives by Monday, June 22, at 11:59 p.m.
Your individual responses will be kept confidential and will not be shared with school staff or used in any way that identifies you or your student. Only aggregate, summary-level results will be reported to the Fairfax County School Board.
If you do not receive a link to the survey or have technical difficulties completing the survey, please contact the FCPS Office of Research and Program Evaluation.
Rising 9th Grade Students - High School Dance Team
Dance Team Tryouts will take place on:
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Tuesday, July 7th | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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Wednesday, July 8th | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Please review the expectations and requirements below carefully:
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A completed sports physical must be turned in before tryouts begin on Tuesday, July 7th.
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Complete a brief survey identifying skills and technical abilities
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Participate in a group warm-up, including stretching and across-the-floor combinations
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Learn a one-minute routine on Tuesday that will be performed on Wednesday
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Be prepared to potentially learn and perform an additional 30-second combination in a different genre of dance
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Prepare and perform a 30-60 second solo: Dancers will need to select and have access to their chosen song on Tuesday, July 7th. This is your opportunity to highlight your strengths and perform in the style or genre you feel most confident in. This can be:
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A fully choreographed routine, or
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An opportunity to showcase your strongest technical skills, flexibility, turns, tricks, jumps, etc.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to email me any time at spettenson@fcps.edu. I’m looking forward to seeing all of you at tryouts and am so excited for the upcoming season!
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Year Round Spirit Wear Store
We are officially launching our year-round, online spirit wear store. There are so many fun designs and items to choose from. One flat shipping rate directly to your home! You can save this week during the South County Year-End Spirit Wear Sale! Save up to 20% off already slashed prices sitewide! Use code BADGER26 to save now! Order today! Spirit Wear Store
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Community Information
Summer Meals for Students
Starting Monday, June 22, no-cost meals will be provided to students on a first-come, first-served basis at the sites and times listed on the FCPS Summer Food Service Program webpage. Students must remain on site while eating their meals.
This year, thanks to generous support from Educate Fairfax, families may also receive one no-cost breakfast and lunch per adult at the following elementary schools: Braddock, Dogwood, Glen Forest, Hutchison, Hybla Valley, and London Towne.
Summer sites will continue to be added, so check the Summer Food Service webpage regularly for updates.
Summer Immunization Events for All FCPS Students
Inspire Health Alliance, in partnership with FCPS, will be providing school-required immunizations this summer. Immunizations will be provided at no out-of-pocket cost to students or families. Registering families will be required to provide insurance information, if applicable, but students without insurance may still participate.
Visit the FCPS and Inspire Health Alliance Student Immunization Events webpage for dates, times, and locations. Additional event dates will be shared four to five weeks prior to the event and posted on the webpage. Additional immunization resources are also available.
Discover Exciting Summer Learning Activities and Ideas at FCPS’ Summer Extravaganza!
Join FCPS for a free, family-friendly community celebration filled with hands-on STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math), arts, and creative experiences for students of all ages. This year’s Summer Extravaganza is Saturday, June 6, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at Woodson High School.
Explore summer learning resources and connect with FCPS offices and community partners. Don’t miss the food trucks, robotics demonstrations, petting zoo, and activities designed to spark learning, growth, and inspiration for the whole family.
Arrive early and bring your yearbook; you may have the opportunity to meet FCPS Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid and get your yearbook signed! Register to attend the Extravaganza.
For more information, visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage
Summer Resources Help Students Stay Curious, Healthy, and Busy
The FCPS Summer Resource Guide has activities and tips on a variety of subjects and interests, from camps and activities to health and safety resources.
Be sure to check back over the summer, as more resources may be added.
Learning Doesn’t Take a Vacation and Neither Does Fun!
The FCPS Summer Learning webpage offers ideas and strategies for families to keep students curious until August. Summer is the perfect time to help your student explore new interests, reinforce concepts, and stay engaged!
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