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Hello Mustangs,
As our year winds down and marks the last Mustang Weekly of the school year, I would like to express my deepest gratitude to our students, staff, and families for a truly successful school year. As we wrap up, please know that we had an incredible time celebrating our students during Learning Seminar this week. Additionally, our 8th Grade Award Ceremony, which occurred earlier today, was a truly special event. As we head into the final days, please remember that students will not be allowed to bring backpacks to school from June 15 to June 17. Therefore, students should plan accordingly and only bring necessary items. During the last week of school, we understand that unique circumstances may arise, and we will accommodate excused absences as needed. As a reminder, students will participate in a June Showcase of displaying student work on Monday, June 15, and have the opportunity to watch movies on June 17: It Takes Two, The SpongeBob Movie, Cats, Spy Kids 4, Surf's Up, and Ella Enchanted. As always, thank you for your continued support, and please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions, feedback, or concerns. Enjoy your weekend, and I hope you have a phenomenal summer!
Justin Simmons | Principal | South County Middle School
Calendar Reminders
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.
Cell Phone Policy
Important Cellphone Update for Rising Ninth Graders: New Bell-to-Bell Policy Starts July 1
Under a new Virginia cellphone law (SB108) and the updated FCPS Cellphone Policy, high school students at FCPS will no longer be able to use cellphones and other smart devices during lunch time, starting July 1. This includes watches that serve a dual purpose, such as smart watches, as well as earbuds, headsets, smart glasses, and other items connected to the internet.
During the school day, including during lunch time, high school students will have to keep cellphones and other smart devices off and stored in a locker, backpack, pouch, purse, etc. This policy does not apply to school-issued devices. Visit the FCPS Cellphone Policy webpage for more information.
Student Testing Results Coming Soon
Through June, you will receive your child’s spring assessment results. If you aren’t sure what assessments your child took this year, you can view a list of tests by grade level on the FCPS website.
Most scores are available in SIS ParentVUE. Visit FCPS’ website for additional information about how test results are reported to families.
Websites for each test provide report translations and help with understanding test results. Please contact our front office with any testing questions or for additional information about how our school and teachers use test results to support student success.
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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 you spirit wear today!
Community Information
Support Your Child’s Success in SIS ParentVUE
Signing up for a SIS ParentVUE account helps you to support your child’s academic success! Caregivers can view important information like attendance, grades, progress reports, and assessment scores through ParentVUE.
Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. It is available online and as a mobile app for Apple and Android devices.
Need help creating a SIS ParentVue account? This video walks through the steps. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE.
If you already have an account, be sure your contact information is up to date. Parents/guardians can update their phone numbers or email addresses in the Parent/Guardian section. View additional details about ParentVUE.
Activate Your ParentVUE Account to Stay Connected
On Wednesday, July 29, FCPS families who haven't activated their ParentVUE account will receive an email with the subject “Fairfax County Public Schools ParentVUE Activation Letter.”
The email will include instructions to activate a ParentVUE account. If you don’t have an account and don’t receive the email, please check your spam folder or open a Parent Support Request. After July 29, families may also contact [school registrar name and phone/email] to request a printed activation letter or a new activation key, if needed.
All families are encouraged to activate their accounts as soon as possible to ensure they receive immediate access to important student information and school communications.
For assistance activating your account, please contact our student services department. For technical support, create a Parent Support Request.
How to Talk With Your Teens So They Won’t Skip What You Say
Strong communication is key to supporting your student's mental health. FCPS provides guidance on how to have short, impactful conversations with your teen about difficult subjects such as fentanyl and overdoses.
Learn more about how to have conversations with your child in a way that will make you unskippable.
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