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Principal's Message

Hello Bruin Community!

The end of the 2nd quarter may come faster than planned if the weather predictions hold. Keep an eye on your phones, computers, social media, etc. for weather-related announcements from FCPS. 

We're hoping the weather holds off long enough for our chorus Children's Concert on Saturday at 2:00 and 4:00. The students have worked so hard preparing for this event - please plan to join us!

Also coming soon is the HS Pep Rally on Friday, February 6. As with other pep rallies, 2nd and 8th periods will be flipped that day. 

Finally, on Wednesday of this week, I was honored to receive the Region 4 Ourstanding New Principal (principals within their first three years of service) award for the 2025-26 school year. For me, this award actually belongs to the entire Admin Team and Staff of Lake Braddock who have supported me on this journey. I am grateful to be the leader of this wonderful school. I am also grateful to School Board Member Ryan McElveen who was able to be a part of the event.

Stay safe and warm, Bruins!

Lindsey Kearns

L-R: Region 4 Executive Principal Adam Erbrecht, Principal Kearns, School Board Member McElveen, Region Executive Principal Kimberly Greer

Important Dates

January 28 - 2-hour early release for end of 2nd quarter
January 29 and 30 - No school for students
February 6 - 2nd & 8th periods flipped for HS Pep Rally
February 17-20 & 23 – Spring Tryout Card Distribution
February 23 – Spring Sports Tryouts Begin

In this Issue

New Information
Immunization Events in FCPS
Chorus Children's Concert

Testing Information
Spring SOL/AP Testing Schedule
AP Testing Information

Class of 2026 News
100 Days to Graduation Meeting
Graduation Status Now Available
Yearbook Ad Deadline Extended

Important Reminders
Yearbooks

Athletics and Activities
Springs Sports Tryout Information – High School

Family Liaison News

FCPS News

Attendance Reporting Information

New Information

Crew Team Fundraiser Saturday January 24th is the The Lake Braddock Crew Door-to-Door Community fundraiser, which is one of the team's biggest fundraisers of the year!  Small groups of LB Crew athletes will visit the LBSS community asking for donations for team operations and equipment. Thank you to our generous community who wants to support the LB Crew Team! Team donations can be made here:  https://bruincrew.com/donate/

Chorus Children's Concert Lake Braddock Chorus will be holding its annual Children’s Concert on Saturday, January 24th at 2 pm and 4 pm in the Little Theater. Come enjoy a concert full of Disney songs and characters!  *We'll be collecting canned goods for ECHO. Please bring two canned good items as your admission ticket.

Testing Information

Spring SOL/AP Testing Schedule has been released

All-important testing information and the testing calendar can be found on the Lake Braddock Testing Website. Please note important dates your student may be testing and make every attempt to avoid testing interruptions. Student testing participation information is also available within this link. If you have additional questions, please reach out to your student’s counselor.

AP Testing Information

If your student is taking at least one AP course this school year, please make sure you are checking for important AP information found in two places:

- On the LB website: https://lakebraddockss.fcps.edu/advanced-placement

- In Schoology: Make sure your student joins the LBSS AP Student 2025-2026 Group in Schoology by using this Access Code:

5ZMN-CG7G-8RVFP Parents/guardians can join the group, too!

Please contact the AP Testing Team below with questions and /or concerns:

Lynn Carrera: LNCarrera@fcps.edu
Deb Brown: DSBrown1@fcps.edu
Maggie Spingler: MMSpingler@fcps.edu

Class of 2026 News

Important Dates
March 5 - 100 Days(ish) Meeting
May 15 - Prom
June 12 - Graduation

100 Days(ish) to Graduation Meeting is on Thursday, March 5 at 6:00 pm in the LBSS Cafeteria.

Graduation Status Now Available in ParentVUE & StudentVUE

A new Graduation Status section is now available in ParentVUE and StudentVUE. The Graduation Status is a tool that helps parents and students monitor and track their progress in meeting graduation requirements. This feature includes progress towards the Standard or Advanced Studies diploma for high school students and middle school students who have enrolled in one or more high school courses. This new graduation status section is available in addition to the course history and unofficial transcript options in ParentVUE and StudentVUE. To view the graduation status section, please take the following steps:

1. Login to your SIS ParentVUE Account
2. Go to “Course History” for your middle or high school student
3. Go to “Graduation Status” and toggle “on” 

For questions about graduation requirements, please contact your school counselor. Additional information about ParentVUE is available on the following website:  https://www.fcps.edu/resources/technology/student-information-system-sis-fcps/sis-parent-account-overview 

Class of 2026 Graduation Announcements and Accessories Jostens is the official supplier of graduation announcements and accessories for Lake Braddock Class of 2026. Now is the time to order your Custom Graduation Announcements and Senior Gear! Go to jostens.com or scan the QR code. Please note that the cap and gown will be ordered by LBSS.

Senior Yearbook Ads Because we still have some space available, the senior ad deadline has been extended to Dec. 19. If you need some more grace because of the shutdown, please reach out to Ms. Poquis at tbpoquis@fcps.edu for options.

Important Reminders

MIDDLE SCHOOL PARENTS!!! Get your middle school yearbook now! It’s $38 price over the next few months. Also, download those photos on your phone and SHARE them with the yearbook staff. Good photos of your middle school students and their LB friends might earn a spot in the yearbook! If you have questions, please write to Kelli Gary at kmgary@fcps.edu

HS Yearbook Sales The high school yearbook is currently on sale for the lowest price (only $65!). Order before Dec. 31 to lock in the savings. Prices increase in January.

Athletics and Activities

Stay up-to-date with all that is happening in athletics and activities at the LBSS Athletics & Activities Website.

The spring season is fast approaching and it’s time to make sure your child is eligible to tryout! Athletes need a Tryout Card to give the coach on the first day of tryouts. To be eligible for a Tryout Card, a valid VHSL physical must be on file and the student must be registered for the sport they intend to participate in. The Revised April 2025 VHSL Form is the only version of this document that will be accepted. Pages 1, 2, 4 and 5 of the form are to be filled out and signed by the athlete and a parent/guardian. Page 3 & 6 must be filled out by an MD/DO/NP/PA. Starting July 1, 2025, physical exam forms will be valid for 14 months, on a rolling schedule. This means a physical exam completed on July 15, 2025, will be valid until September 15, 2026. Parents will receive reminders regarding expiration via email and are expected to submit a new physical before the previous one expires to maintain eligibility. This form must be turned into the Activities Office or the Athletic Training staff – it is good for any season or out-of-season (Green/Yellow Day) activities during the 14-month timeframe. Preferred submission via email - please send a single PDF document, including any additional clearance paperwork, to LBSSActivities@fcps.edu. DO NOT GIVE PHYSICALS TO COACHES! The Online Athletics & Activities Registration must be completed annually for any sport the student is interested in participating with (this includes out-of-season (Green/Yellow Day) activities). Instructions for online registration can be found on the registration homepage. Tryout Cards will be distributed during the following dates/times/locations: February 17th (No School) – 12:00-3:00 PM – Door 14 February 18th-20th & 23rd – All HS Lunches – Cafeteria All required forms, contact information for coaches, tryout information (times & locations), and team schedules will be made available via the LB Athletics website - https://www.lakebraddockbruins.com.

Family Liaison News

Stay up-to-date with the Family Liaison website where you will find weekly newsletters with family resources in English and Spanish

https://lakebraddockss.fcps.edu/student-services/information-our-family-liaisons

FCPS News

Prepare for Winter Weather

Winter weather will be here before you know it! Watch this video to see how weather closing decisions are made at FCPS. 

FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible, including email, text, social media, the new FCPS mobile app, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated.

Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange emergency child care if needed.

⛄ Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities

We will monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories that may prevent children from being outside. Make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outdoors. View the National Weather Service’s tips on staying safe during cold weather.

If you need assistance getting cold-weather clothing for your family, please call Fairfax County Coordinated Services Planning (CSP) at 703-222-0880. Their multilingual staff can assist with any challenges you are facing, including food, shelter, employment, financial assistance, and health.

Meal Accommodations Provide Safe, Nutritious Meals

FCPS’s Office of Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) works to ensure every student has access to school meals that are safe, nutritious, and meet their individual dietary needs.

FNS works closely with families to provide reasonable meal accommodations for students whose medical needs affect what they can eat at school. To support students appropriately and safely, families are asked to submit medical documentation to FNS from a U.S. licensed health care provider so we can tailor meals to each child’s needs.

Learn more about the documentation required and the steps to develop a menu for your child.

Apply Anytime for Free and Reduced-Price Meals

Families are encouraged to apply for free and reduced-price meals at any time during the school year. 

If your income changes — for example, due to a furlough, layoff, or job loss — you may become newly eligible. Once approved, your benefits stay active for the rest of the school year and for the first 30 days of the next school year.

Students who qualify for free and reduced-price meals or attend a Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) school receive free breakfast and lunch every school day. It’s a great way to make your food budget go further and save time from packing meals. Learn more about FCPS Food and Nutrition. 

Impact of Federal Shutdown on Local CommunityFairfax County is home to around 80,000 federal employees and thousands of federal contractors. Its Federal Workforce Resource Hub is intended to help navigate current and future issues for residents, government employees, active military/veterans, contractors, nonprofits, and businesses who may be affected by actions, changes, or disruptions to federal services or employment. 

Find more community resources available to families.

FCPS In Case You Missed It

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• Superintendent Updates on Boundaries and AI
• Healthy Habits to Avoid Illness
• Access Schoology to Support Your Child

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please