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The Liberty Link
 Students in Mr. LaBrie’s band class practice “Attack of the Rubber Chickens,” bringing plenty of energy and enthusiasm to their rehearsal.
A Note from the Principal
Dear Liberty Families,
One of the things I value most about our Liberty community is the way we make space to learn from one another. This week’s Unity Time lesson gave our students an opportunity to talk about their heritage and cultures, learn from each other, and celebrate the experiences that make our community unique. As we recognize Hispanic Heritage Month, these conversations help our students see themselves, learn about others, and strengthen their sense of belonging.
Students also spent time learning about changemakers and the ways individuals can make a difference in the world. We are proud of the thoughtful conversations taking place in our classrooms and the many ways our students contribute to our school community each day. Every small act of kindness, courage, and responsibility can have a meaningful impact.
I hope you have a wonderful weekend! The cooler temperatures have arrived, which means it may finally be time to break out those Liberty hoodies. Thank you for your continued partnership and support of our school community.
-Mrs. Bromberg
Important Dates
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Tuesday, September 29: Materials Review Committee Meeting
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Wednesday, September 30: Chipotle Performing Arts Fundraiser
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Saturday, October 3: Cross Country Meet
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Wednesday, October 7: NJHS Meeting (Returning Members) at 7:30 a.m.
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Wednesday, October 7: NJHS Interest Meeting (Interested 7th and 8th Graders) at 8:10 a.m.
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Thursday, October 8: Band Concert
For more dates, please see the calendar on the Liberty Middle School website.
As electric bicycles, scooters, and other motorized vehicles are becoming increasingly popular, we are seeing more students use them to travel to and from school. While we support students having safe and reliable ways to get to school, we also want to make sure everyone understands our expectations for using these devices on our school grounds.
Our parking lots, sidewalks, and arrival and dismissal areas are especially busy, with students walking, buses loading and unloading, and vehicles entering and leaving campus. Riding an e-bike, bicycle, or scooter through these areas at an unsafe speed or in a way that puts others at risk can create serious safety concerns for everyone.
To help keep everyone safe, we ask students to:
- Walk e-bikes, bicycles, and scooters once they arrive on school grounds, including on sidewalks and in the front parking lot.
- Wear a properly fitted helmet and other appropriate safety equipment when using an e-bike, bicycle, or scooter.
- Follow traffic signs, signals, and rules of the road when traveling to and from school.
- Stay alert, watch for pedestrians and vehicles, and put phones and other distractions away while riding.
- Secure e-bikes, bicycles, and scooters in the designated area during the school day.
Please also talk with your student about operating these devices responsibly. Unsafe or reckless behavior on school grounds or in the community may result in school-based consequences when it creates a safety concern or violates expectations in the FCPS Student Rights and Responsibilities.
The Fairfax County Police Department has additional information for families about e-bike and recreational device safety and back-to-school bicycle and scooter safety. We encourage families whose students use these devices to review these resources together.
Thank you for partnering with us to keep Liberty a safe environment for all of our Lions.
Student safety in our parking lot is our top priority. Please do not park in the lot and allow your student to walk through traffic. Walking between moving vehicles creates a serious safety risk.
All families dropping off or picking up students by car must use the designated Kiss and Ride lane and follow staff instructions.
Please follow all staff signals to keep traffic moving safely.
If your student plans to ride home on a different bus with a classmate, the school must receive written permission from both families before issuing a bus pass. Both students must show their passes to the driver before boarding.
Submit a handwritten note with your student or email libertymiddle.attendance@fcps.edu.
Important Deadline
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Daily Deadline: Submit all notes and emails by 12 p.m. on the day of the change.
For questions, please contact the main office at 703-988-8100.
Support the Liberty Middle School Music Department by grabbing dinner at Chipotle! Chipotle will donate 25% of event sales directly to our school's music program.
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Date and Time: Wednesday, September 30, 5-9 p.m.
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Location: 6317 Multiplex Dr., Suite A, Centreville, VA 20121
To participate, order online for pickup using the promo code HLWGCJD or show the fundraiser flyer at the register when ordering in person.
An information session on the admissions process for Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST) will be held for interested eighth-grade students and their families.
Event Details:
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Date: Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026
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Time: 6 to 7:30 p.m.
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Location: Liberty MS Lecture Hall
Joining the Liberty Middle School PTA is a great way to support your student, connect with other parents, and strengthen our school community.
Please visit the Liberty PTA Store to purchase your membership today.
The Liberty Middle School PTA is looking for volunteers to fill the following roles:
- Social Media Manager
- Fall Community Event Planning Committee
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Flower Sales Committee (Winter 2026 Music Concerts)
To sign up or learn more, please email president@libertymspta.org.
The Liberty Middle School PTA uses donations to support our students, staff, and school community. As a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, your support directly benefits our school.
In celebration of Liberty's 25th anniversary, make a donation of $25 or more to be entered into a drawing to win an LMS swag bag or gift cards to Vertical Rock Climbing Gym!
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September 30: Deadline to donate $25 or more to enter the prize drawing.
Please visit the Givebacks Donation Page to make your contribution today.
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our recent meeting. Below are the links to the resources shared during the presentation:
Join Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid for a Community Conversation. Students, families, staff, and community members are invited to ask questions, share concerns, and discuss what matters most to them. Everyone is welcome! Click on the date to register for any of the following events:
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Monday, September 28, at 6:30 p.m., at Riverside Elementary School
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Monday, October 19, at 6:30 p.m., at Spring Hill Elementary School
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Monday, October 26, at 6:30 p.m., at Beech Tree Elementary School
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Thursday, October 29, at 6:30 p.m., at North Springfield Elementary School
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Friday, November 13, at 6:30 p.m., at Powell Elementary School
Registration is not required, but it helps with planning.
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Traffic Safety Near Our Schools
- Sign and Return the SR&R
- Check Out New Menu Options
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Student Services Team
Victoria Reyes | Student Services Assistant
Valerie Peters | Director of Student Services
Shirley Alvarez-Leon | Counselor (Last names A-G, CSS & CAT B Students)
Quesuan Wigfall | Counselor (Last names H-O)
Raychal Hart | Counselor (Last Names P-Z)
Administrative Team
Principal: Tracy Bromberg
Assistant Principal: Katie Shea (Last Names A-G, CSS & CAT B Students)
Assistant Principal: Caitlyn Barbossa (Last Names H-O)
Assistant Principal: Jennifer Filsinger (Last Names P-Z)
Dean of Students: Andrea Shaw
After-School Specialist: Sandra Donlon
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