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Dates to Remember
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October 24
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7:30am
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Cross Country Meet @ Franklin MS
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October 28
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7:15am - 8:30am
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Parent Coffee Talk
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October 28
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Principal Input and Advisory Panel Interest Form Due
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October 29
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7:00pm
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Band Concert - Frost Cafeteria
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October 30
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Deadline for Employee Award Nominations
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October 30
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End of First Quarter. 2 Hour early release
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November 2
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Teacher Workday - No School
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November 3
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Teacher Workday - No School
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Save the date for our second parent coffee!
Save the date for our second Parent Coffee session next Wednesday, October 28, at 7:15 a.m. Please join us in the Lecture Hall to meet some members of our Student Services team, who work together to support your child’s well-being and academic success. This will also be a great opportunity to meet Ms. Jennifer Heiges, our interim Principal, who is providing steady leadership and helping guide our school through this transition until a permanent Principal is appointed. See you then!
New Principal Search
Your Input Matters!
The Frost Principal Advisory Panel will meet on November 10, 2026. We invite you to share written input about the skills, experience, and leadership characteristics needed at Frost Middle School, as well as any challenges or issues the next principal should address. Written input is confidential and will not be discussed during the panel meeting.
You may submit input now through the Principal Input and Advisory Panel Interest Form, by 4:00pm on October 28, 2026. The form also allows you to indicate your interest in serving on the advisory panel. Human Resources will contact staff and community members selected as panelists or alternates.
Quarter End, Early Release, Student Holidays
Friday, October 30, is the last day of the first quarter, and a two-hour early release for students. Schools are closed for students on Monday, November 2, for a school planning day, and Tuesday, November 3, for a teacher workday. See the complete school year calendar.
Annual Special Education Family Conference: Breakout Session Information Available
Join us for the annual Special Education Family Conference, Stronger Together: Connecting Families and Schools, taking place on Saturday, November 14, at Hayfield Secondary School.
More than 20 engaging breakout sessions have been designed to support, inform, and inspire our community. Visit the Special Education Family Conference webpage to explore the lineup of presenters, titles, and session descriptions. Complete the Special Education Family Conference Registration Form to secure your spot and let us know about any childcare, language interpretation, or accommodation needs.
Get Involved Today! Volunteer and Student Participation Opportunities
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Adult Volunteers: Sign up through Volunteer FCPS using the Volunteer Registration Form by Wednesday, October 28. FCPS staff volunteers will receive MyPDE credit.
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Student Volunteers: Complete the Student Volunteer Interest Form by Wednesday, October 28. Students who volunteer will receive volunteer hours.
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Student Showcase Opportunities: Students can complete the Student Participation Form to lead a performance or share information about a club or research project. Students serving in these roles will receive service hours. Sign up by Friday, October 30.
Email questions to SpecialEdFamilyConf@fcps.edu.
Honoring Veteran's Day
In honor of Veterans Day, we’re creating a special tribute to recognize the brave men and women who have served our country, especially those in our community.
If you or a family member are a veteran, please share a photo(s) so we can celebrate their dedication and sacrifice. Photos can be sent to Caryn Jackson at cdjackson@fcps.edu
Thank you for helping us honor our heroes this Veterans Day!
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 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:
You are invited to WOODSON HOMECOMING PARADE 2026 Friday, October 23 4:30–5:30 PM 9525 Main Street, Fairfax, VA 22031
Please Return the Federal Impact Aid Survey
FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. The form is available in SIS ParentVUE under Online Packets, which is in the upper right corner of the screen after logging in. Please complete it as soon as possible. Schools will provide paper forms to families who have not completed the survey in ParentVUE starting Wednesday, October 28, 2026.
Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is how we ensure we receive all the resources available to us from the federal government. For more information, please visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page.
Register for ParentVUE
Learn how to activate your SISParentVUE account so you can easily submit your survey and have access to other helpful information about your child.
Any questions regarding the survey can be emailed to Frost's Impact Aid Coordinator Rema Cancino rlcancino@fcps.edu.
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.
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Full Schedule & Details: Specific After School Program information for the 26-27 school year can be found here.
2026 Cross Country Meet Schedule
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October 24
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Franklin MS
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7:30am
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November 7
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Liberty MS
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FCPS MS Championships – Time TBD
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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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