🐾News from the 'Burg!

Fairfax County Public Schools sent this bulletin at 09/18/2026 11:13 AM EDT

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Principal's Note

Dear Sandburg Families,

We hope you have had a wonderful week at Sandburg Middle School!

There will be no school on Monday. If you celebrate, please enjoy the holiday with family and friends. We hope everyone has an opportunity to relax, recharge, and enjoy time together.

After-school clubs begin on Tuesday! We encourage all students to consider joining a club or two. Clubs are a wonderful way for students to explore their interests, develop new skills, connect with staff members, and meet new friends. Please talk with your child about the clubs that interest them and encourage them to participate.

We also want to remind all students that treating others with respect is an important expectation at Sandburg. We have recently seen an increase in inappropriate behaviors, including pantsing and spraying perfumes or colognes in classrooms and on the bus. Pantsing is never a prank or an acceptable form of joking. It is invasive, disrespectful, and can make others feel unsafe. Spraying perfumes and colognes can also create health concerns for students and staff with allergies or sensitivities. These products should not be sprayed at school or on the bus.

Please speak with your child about making respectful choices, keeping their hands and belongings to themselves, and helping create a safe and welcoming environment for everyone. Thank you for partnering with us to reinforce these expectations at home.

Have a safe and enjoyable long weekend. We look forward to seeing everyone back at school on Tuesday!

Important Dates

  • No School | Monday, September 21
  • PTA Meeting | Thursday, September 24
  • Spirit Day- Football or Fútbol | Friday, September 25

After-School Clubs

Looking for a way for your child to get involved, meet new people, and explore their interests? Talk with your child about which clubs sound interesting and fun!

Check out our After-School Club Website for all the options available.

We encourage every student to find a club or activity where they can connect, explore, and belong!

FCPS News

Twice Exceptional Students

Fairfax County Public Schools is committed to challenging all students through talent development and differentiated instruction. Twice-Exceptional (2e) learners are students who are both gifted and have learning challenges or disabilities. 

Families can learn more about 2e learners, how to support them, and how to partner with schools on the 2e webpage, which also includes a link to the Special Education Handbook.

New information, including printable flyers, has been added under the heading Supporting 2e Learners in FCPS. 

For more information, please contact Ms. Johnson at mgjohnson1@fcps.edu.

Virtual Mental Health Services Now Available to Middle School Students

Since 2023, FCPS has partnered with Hazel Health to offer virtual mental health services to FCPS high school students. These services became available to students enrolled in all FCPS middle schools on July 1. 

Parents are encouraged to contact Hazel Health directly if they are seeking mental health support for their child, have noticed changes in their child’s mood or behavior, or are having difficulty connecting with a therapist in the community. 

To make it easier for families to access services, FCPS has partnered with Hazel Health to streamline the referral process. Parents can visit the Hazel Health in FCPS website to enroll their child in services or visit the FCPS Teletherapy webpage for more information.

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:

Registration is not required, but it helps with planning. 

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