This Week at Frost - October 16


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Dates to Remember

October 17 

10:00am

Cross Country Meet @ Robinson SS

October 19 

7:00pm

Chamber Orchestra/Woodson Concert - Woodson HS

October 21 

6:30pm

Principal Selection Process Informational Meeting

October 24 

7:30am

Cross Country Meet @ Franklin MS

October 28

7:15am - 8:30am

Parent Coffee Talk

October 29 

7:00pm

Band Concert - Frost Cafeteria

October 30 

 

End of First Quarter. 2 Hour early release

November 2 

 

Teacher Workday - No School

November 3 

 

Teacher Workday - No School


Coffee Talk Banner

Save the date for our second parent coffee!

On October 28, from 7:15-8:30 am, the Clinical Team will share a bit about how they work to support your child’s emotional and academic needs. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with Frost’s counselors, psychologists and social workers. Your partnership is essential for your student’s success.


TJHSST Freshman Application Information

Attention parents/guardians and students,

Current 8th 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) through Wednesday, October 28th at 4:00pm. 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.  

If you have any questions about the TJHSST admissions process, make sure you review the TJ Admissions website thoroughly and review the presentation slide deck and Admissions Assessment Information  that were shared during the admissions information session that was held at Frost MS on September 16th. If you were unable to attend the admissions information session 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.

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. 


Halloween-themed graphic; You are invited to WOODSON HOMECOMING PARADE 2026 Friday, October 23 4:30–5:30 PM 9525 Main Street, Fairfax, VA 22031

 

You are invited to WOODSON HOMECOMING PARADE 2026 Friday, October 23 4:30–5:30 PM 9525 Main Street, Fairfax, VA 22031 


Impact Aid Program

As of Monday October 19th Impact Aid Surveys will be available for the enrolling parents to complete online through ParentVue. The Impact Aid Program is a federal grant program designed to directly compensate local school districts that have had a financial impact by federal activities. The online Impact Aid Survey takes seconds to complete it save valuable resources.  Additional information about the Federal Impact Aid Survey and how to access it on ParentVUE can be found on the FCPS website at this link: https://www.fcps.edu/impact 

 Any questions regarding the survey can be emailed to Frost's Impact Aid Coordinator Rema Cancino rlcancino@fcps.edu.   


Volunteer

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.


PTA Corner

Join the Frost MS PTA today! 

You can find more information about the Frost PTA on our website. Questions about membership can be sent to join@frostmiddlepta.org, and you can also email info@frostmiddlepta.org with any other questions, concerns or suggestions!

Our next general membership meeting will be Tuesday, November 17 at 6:30pm. A link to join virtually will be shared closer to the date.

Stay connected with the PTA by:

  • Signing up for the PTA Newsletter HERE. 
    • Enter your email address, then select:
    • Middle Schools
    • Frost Middle School
    • Frost Middle School PTA

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.

  • Full Schedule & Details: Specific After School Program information for the 26-27 school year can be found here. 

2026 Cross Country Meet Schedule

October 17

Robinson MS

10:00am

October 24

Franklin MS

7:30am

November 7

Liberty MS

FCPS MS Championships – Time TBD


Family Resources

ARE YOU A NEW FAMILY AT FCPS?

Welcome to the community! Family Academy is offering virtual orientations to help families become familiar with FCPS and find helpful resources to support your child’s education. There’s a session specially for Military Families, as well as sessions in English, Spanish, Arabic, and Korean. See session details and register through the Family Academy Catalog.

 

RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES WITH 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.

 

COMMUNITY HEALTH CARE

Neighborhood Health  provides patients in Northern Virginia with high-quality primary care, pediatrics, dental care, behavioral health, and pharmacy services.

HealthWorks of Northern Virginia provides excellent and affordable medical, dental and behavioral health care for patients from all backgrounds, of all ages and of all incomes.

FROST ASSISTANCE

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

ParentVUE

Don’t forget to download the new ParentVUE app to keep informed about your child’s progress at school. ParentVUE provides access to important information such as grades, attendance, schedules and discipline, while also being a channel to report health issues.

 


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 Administration

Jen Heiges: Interim Principal jeheiges@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 


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