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Message from Principal Harris

Greetings Frost Families,

Our school community suffered a profound loss this week that is hard to put into words. I am grateful, however, for the outpouring of love and support from our families, community partners, and FCPS officials and colleagues who showed up for our Frost MS Community. During times like these, the strength of our community relies on how we hold and care for one another.

Please know, in the days and weeks ahead, our primary focus will remain on continuing to provide a stable school environment, maintaining gentle routines for our students, and ensuring that no child or staff member navigates this pain alone. We ask that you continue to keep the student’s family in your thoughts while respecting their privacy as they grieve this unimaginable loss.

Please monitor your child closely at home for changes in behavior, mood, or sleep patterns, as grief often unfolds in unpredictable ways. Do not hesitate to reach out to our administration, counselors, or main office if you notice your child struggling or if you need guidance on how to navigate these conversations at home.

During after school hours and on the weekend, parents and students who need additional support can use the 988 Lifeline to get free, confidential support and guidance from trained crisis counselors on how to best help someone experiencing a mental health challenge or crisis. 

We are deeply grateful for your compassion, unity, and unwavering support for our Frost family during this incredibly difficult time.

Take good care,

Anthony Harris

Principal

Family Engagement Calendar

September 11 National Day of Service

With the 25th anniversary of September 11, FCPS acknowledges the loss of life, the heroism of our first responders, and the resilience of our country. The September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance, also called Patriot Day, is a chance to reflect and act in service to others to honor those who were injured or killed in the terrorist attacks.

Don’t forget our September Parent Coffee, which will take place next Thursday, September 17, from 7:15 to 8:30 a.m. in the Lecture Hall.

The session will focus on what to expect in Middle School and provide an overview of the technology that supports education and communication within FCPS. We value your participation and look forward to your input!

Congratulations to our Falcons CARE Winners!

These students demonstrated CARE which stands for the four core values that guide our behavior.

• Compassion - showing concern for others & a desire to help those in need
• Accountability - taking ownership of one’s actions and the outcomes that result from those actions
• Relationships - building and maintaining positive connections between ourselves and others
• Engagement - being involved in the learning process and participating in academic experiences

TJHSST Admissions Presentation on 9/16

Date: 9/16

Time: 2:45pm – 3:45pm

Location: Frost MS Lecture Hall

Current 8th Grade Parents/Guardians and Students: TJHSST Freshman Application Information Session

Attention parents/guardians and students, current 8^th grade students who have an aptitude and passion for STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) are encouraged to apply for admission to the Class of 2031 at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST) beginning on Monday, October 5th at 4:00pm (Freshman Round Calendar). The application portal, course prerequisites, GPA requirements, and deadlines can be found here: TJHSST Application Information.  Some important points about the application process are included below, but it is essential that you review the TJHSST Freshman Application Process if you wish to apply.  TJHSST will host an information session in the Lecture Hall at Frost MS on September 16th from 2:45pm to 3:45pm. This is open to current 8th grade students who are interested in applying, and students who attend the session will be able to ride the late bus home. Parents and guardians of current 8^th grade students are welcome to attend this event as well. Parents attending this event will need to enter the building through the Main Office (Door #1) to sign in and then head down the hall to the Lecture Hall where the meeting is being held.

If you have any questions about the TJHSST admissions process, make sure you review the TJ Admissions website thoroughly, and plan to attend the admissions information session at Frost MS on September 16th. We hope to see you there! If you are unable to attend the admissions information session being held at Frost MS, please refer to the TJ Admissions website for the complete list of dates and locations for TJ Admissions Fall Presentation Sessions which are open to the public and being held throughout the county.

TJHSST Eligibility Requirements:

• Students must be enrolled in the following courses in grade 8:
  • Algebra 1 Honors or higher-level math
  • Honors Science
  • One additional honors course in Social Studies or English, or student is identified as a Young Scholar
• Minimum GPA is 3.5. This GPA is for final unweighted marks in 7th grade for math, science, English, social studies, and World Language (if for high school credit) as well as 1st quarter 8th grade for the same subjects. At the completion of 7th grade, should have an unweighted GPA of 3.5 or higher to be eligible to apply. It is highly unlikely that 1st quarter 8th grade marks will elevate a GPA lower than 3.5 at the end of 7th grade to a qualifying GPA.Click here to learn about GPA calculation.

7th Grade Vision and Hearing Screening

Vision and hearing screening will be held during PE on September 29^th and 30^th for all seventh-grade students. The purpose of screening is to identify students who need further evaluation due to difficulty seeing the screening chart or hearing the screening tones. If your child wears glasses, please be sure that their glasses are at school on their screening day. Parents will be notified by letter if screening results indicate that further evaluation is needed. Prompt follow-up with your health care provider is recommended as vision and hearing difficulties can interfere with learning. Please follow this link if you would like to assist as a volunteer with the screening process. If you have any questions, please feel free to call the health room at 703-426-5710. 

Fall Full-Time AAP Screening

Parents and teachers interested in referring students for the fall full-time AAP screening must submit a full-time AAP referral form to the school’s Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART) by October 16. 2026.  Fall 2026 screening is only available to students newly enrolled in FCPS after January 1, 2026, who were not screened in Spring 2026.

For information pertaining to the Fall 2026 screening process, testing and identification timeline or identification and placement, please contact Carrie Guild at cjguild@fcps.edu.

Review and Sign the SR&R by September 30

The FCPS Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R) booklet explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses to enhance school safety and to create a fair, equitable, and supportive school environment. This year’s SR&R includes new Universal Grade Matrices, which are at-a-glance charts that make it easier for families to see behavior expectations and school responses for grades K-3, 4-8, and 9-12.

Families, please review the SR&R and discuss these expectations with your child. Be sure to sign the SR&R acknowledgement form by Wednesday, September 30, either by logging into SIS ParentVUE or signing and returning the Signature Sheet to your child’s school.  

Learn more by watching a short video about the SR&R (available in English and Spanish) or visiting the SR&R webpage.

Superintendent Community Conversations

Join us for a series of Community Conversations that will be held across the school division. Share your thoughts with Dr. Reid and ask her questions. Click on the date to register for any of the following events:

• Wednesday, September 16, at 6:45 p.m., at McNair Elementary School
• Monday, September 28, at 6:30 p.m., at Riverside Elementary School
• Monday, October 19, at 6:30 p.m., at Spring Hill Elementary School
• Monday, October 26, at 6:30 p.m., at Beech Tree Elementary School
• Thursday, October 29, at 6:30 p.m., at North Springfield Elementary School
• Friday, November 13, at 6:30 p.m., at Powell Elementary School

Registration is not required, but it helps with planning. 

Reporting Discrimination or Harassment

FCPS is committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for people of all races, national origins, and ethnicities. Individuals experiencing harassment or discrimination should report the incident as soon as possible.

Order your Yearbook Today!

If you would like to purchase a yearbook, you can go to www.jostensyearbooks.com.  Now is the best time to purchase a book at the lowest price.

Volunteer at Frost!

Join us in making a real difference in students’ lives, your skills can enhance educational experiences and strengthen our community. For more information and to sign up to be in our volunteer pool, please click here.

Volunteers Needed!

The 7th Grade Hearing and Vision Screenings will take place on Tuesday, September 29 and Wednesday, September 30. We need your help to make this run as smoothly as possible. Sign up here!

PTA Corner

After School Program

Frost Middle School offers free after-school activities every Monday through Friday from 2:30 – 4:30 PM all school year long.

Whether your student wants to join sports, get help with homework, create, and compete in STEM clubs, play video games, or attend special events—there is something for everyone!  The full After School Program will begin on September 28^th.  Cross Country practice begins September 14^th.

Key Highlights:

• Free Programs: Running Monday–Friday until 4:30 PM.
• Bus Transportation: Available 4 days a week (Monday – Thursday) and parent pick up on Fridays.  Buses leave Frost between 4:45 - 5:00pm to take students home.
• Full Schedule & Details: Specific After School Program information for the 26-27 school year will be updated on our School Website https://frostms.fcps.edu/activities during the first couple weeks of school. 

26-27 Cross Country, Volleyball & Track competitive teams

This year Frost will have Cross Country in the Fall, Volleyball in the Winter & Track in the spring.  All students that want to Join Cross Country & Track will be on the team and will run in the Saturday competitions.  We will have tryouts for Volleyball in December for one girls’ team and one boys’ team.  Each team will have 12 players.  At this time, we do not have the competition schedule.

• Students participating in our Sports program must get a physical
• Parents & Doctor must complete the Physical form.  Once completed your student can turn it into the main office
• Parents must complete a Google Form to complete registration – The link has not been release yet – this will be sent out later in August an it will be posted in Schoology.
• Students must be registered to participate in the Frost After-School Program (link below)
• Cross Country practice begins September 14^th on Monday, Wednesday & Friday (buses available on Monday & Wednesday) parent pick up on Friday

Action Needed: Complete Registration Today!

Even if your student isn't sure they want to participate right away, we strongly encourage every family to complete the registration form now.

• No obligation: Registering does not require your child to attend.
• Be prepared: Completing this form ensures your student is cleared to join in on any activity, any time during the school year!

👉 Click Here to Complete the Registration Form

Thank you for helping us prepare for a fantastic school year!

Lace up your running shoes and join us for the 18th Annual Asha-Jyothi 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run!

It’s a fantastic way to get active while raising money for our school. When you register using our special coupon code, 100% of your registration fee goes straight back to us, plus it helps our school stay eligible for additional Educate-Innovate grants.

Event Details:

• Date: Sunday, September 20, 2026

• Location: Fairfax Corner

• 1-Mile Fun Run Start: 8:00 AM

• 5K Run Start: 8:30 AM

• Coupon Code: AJ4SCHOOLS (Be sure to enter this at checkout so the funds go to our school!)

Every registration includes an official AJ T-shirt, kids' medals, delicious food, and lively Bollywood music to keep the energy high throughout the morning.

Sign up today, bring the whole family, and let's run (or walk!) together to support our school! You can find more info and register online at ashajyothi.org

Cares Corner

Child Care and Early Learning Programs

The Virginia Department of Education has created a statewide online tool that helps Virginia families search for and compare child care and early learning programs, including information on program options, quality, and availability.

Virginia Energy Assistance Program (DSS)

Eligible households may receive help with heating, cooling, or energy emergencies through Fuel, Crisis, and Cooling Assistance programs. Support can include help paying utility bills, heating fuel, deposits, or repairing/replacing heating or cooling equipment. Applications are accepted online via CommonHelp, by phone, or through local DSS offices during program-specific application periods. Benefits are based on availability of funds.

• EAP Fact Sheet-(English) (Spanish)
• EAP Information Sheet (English)(Spanish)
• EAP Flyer (English) (Spanish)

Health Department/Community Health Centers 

• Neighborhood Health 
  • Neighborhood Health provides patients in Northern Virginia with high quality primary care, pediatrics, dental care, behavioral health, and pharmacy services.
• HealthWorks of Northern Virginia
  • HealthWorks provides excellent and affordable medical, dental and behavioral health care for patients from all backgrounds, of all ages and of all incomes.

ECHO (Ecumenical Community Helping Others)

ECHO provides clothing, food, grade-appropriate school supplies packaged in backpacks, household items, computers and financial assistance to families that live in Burke and the greater Springfield area. Including all addresses in the following zip codes: 22151, 22152, 22153 and 22015, and some addresses in 22150 and 22312.

Frost Assistance Information Form

Parents and caregivers, throughout the school year we receive information about programs in the community that may be helpful to families who are in need of financial and other types of assistance. If you would like to receive this information, please designate the area or areas of assistance that you could use support in through the following form. All information is kept confidential. 

Family Resources

Get to Know FCPS and Resources Available to Families

Being connected to your school community helps you stay informed and support your child’s success. Take some time to get familiar with the many resources and tools available to FCPS families, including:

• School Age Child Care (SACC) — This Fairfax County Government program provides a safe and fun environment before and after school for elementary school-age children.
• FCPS Communications for Families — FCPS shares news and information to support student learning and promote family involvement.
• Family Liaisons — Family liaisons serve as a link between families and schools. Find out how family liaisons can support you and your family.

Resources for Families of Students with Disabilities

SEPTA, the Fairfax County Special Education Parent Teacher Association, was created to empower and connect families, students, and educators to ensure students with disabilities develop their full potential as individuals and community members. Learn more or become a member on the SEPTA website. 

The Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board’s Developmental Disability (DD) Waiver Program provides a range of services that individuals need throughout their lives. Visit the website to learn more and speak to an intake cooridinator.

The Advisory Committee for Students with Disabilities (ACSD) is a state mandated Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC). Parents/guardians, students, teachers, administrators, staff, and others interested in special education at FCPS are welcome and encouraged to share their thoughts, ideas, and/or public comment related to the unmet needs of students with disabilities.

FCPS’ Office of Special Education Procedural Support provides guidance to staff, families, and students in areas related to the implementation of and compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, as amended. 

Families of students in special education programs can find more resources in the Special Education Handbook for Parents.

The PRC offers free webinars, consultations, a lending library, and resources to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities. Their YouTube channel includes videos of workshops and webinars for families and educators to support student success. Sign up for their newsletter to receive information on upcoming webinars and other resources. Please contact the PRC with any questions at prc@fcps.edu or call 703-204-2941.

The assistant ombuds for special education, provides information and support to parents/caregivers and students regarding special education and Section 504 services. Staff in the Office of the Ombuds believe that by being transparent and connecting families with available supports and services, children with special needs can equitably access public education.

Contact the ombuds by submitting a question, calling 571-423-4014, or emailing ombuds@fcps.edu. 

Quick Links & Phone Numbers

Attendance Phone Line: 703-426-5702

Family Liaison: Amanda Sucar Warrener: 703-426-5734

Parent Information Phone Lines: Phone lines available in different languages to assist families.

Parent IT Support Portal

Frost MS Website  

Frost MS PTA Homepage

FCPS School Year Calendars

Blue/Gray Calendar and Bell Schedule

SIS ParentVUE Account Access

Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information

Frost MS Adminstration

Anthony Harris: Principal apharris@fcps.edu

Kenya Champ: Assistant Principal kschamp@fcps.edu

Katy Kownacki: Assistant Principal kkownacki@fcps.edu

Richard Deixler: Assistant Principal radeixler@fcps.edu 

Ellen Reed: Assistant Principal evreed@fcps.edu 

Danielle Hornbecker: Director of Student Services dshornbecker@fcps.edu 

Counselors

Megan Dunn mpdunn@fcps.edu 

Larkin Gibas lrgibas@fcps.edu 

Dan Joo djoo@fcps.edu 

Becky Mendoza ramendoza@fcps.edu 

Katie Webb kawebb@fcps.edu 

Frost is on Instagram! 

Follow us at @FrostMsFCPS 

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