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Principal's Message

Hello Bruin Community!

Our wrestling, gymnastics, track & field, and swim & dive teams have been busy this week in post-season competitions. Congratulations to all winter athletes for their strong season. Our boys and girls basketball teams start their post-season tonight -- girls play at Woodson starting at 5:30 pm and boys are here at LBSS at 7:00 pm. 

Next Thursday is the first showing of our High School Theatre's production of Legally Blond. Come see our students shine on stage. Tickets are on sale now at eTix.

FCPS Leadership has declared next Thursday, February 19, a Divisionwide Spirit Day. All students and staff are invited to wear their brightest outfits and tropical wear to help brighten the schools! I can't wait to see what Bruin Nation brings.

Finally, there is no school for students on Monday and Tuesday next week. We will see them back in the building on Wednesday, February 18 with a Gold Day.

Go Bruins!

Lindsey Kearns

Important Dates

February 16 -- Presidents Day Holiday (school closed)
February 17 -- Teacher Work Day (no school for students)
February 17-20 & 23 – Spring Tryout Card Distribution
February 23 – Spring Sports Tryouts Begin

In this Issue

New Information
Warm Up FCPS - Divisionwide Spirit Day
Chorus Concert
Professional Women's Conference
2026 CTE Summer Academy

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

Athletics and Activities
Athletics and Activities Website Update
Springs Sports Tryout Information – High School

Family Liaison News

FCPS News

Attendance Reporting Information

New Information

Warm Up FCPS – Divisionwide Spirit Day

Tired of all the cold weather? Let’s warm up with a little school spirit across the division! 

Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid is encouraging all FCPS students, teachers, and staff to shake the wrinkles out of their brightest outfits and tropical wear to help brighten everyone’s moods on Thursday, February 19.

Chorus Concert Lake Braddock Chorus invites you to our annual Pre-Assessment concert to enjoy the songs the middle school and high school students will be performing at Assessment this year! The concert will be held on February 24th at 7 pm in the Little Theater. Admission is Free.

Girls in Roles of Leadership is excited to announce the Professional Women’s Conference is returning on Friday, March 13th! We are currently looking for guest speakers to host workshops on a range of topics from careers in tech, engineering, marketing, and more. There are two workshop sessions: 9:45–10:30 AM and 10:45–11:30 AM. If you or someone you know is interested in this opportunity, please reach out to lbssgirlsclub@gmail.com Monetary donations of any amount are also appreciated. Donate today here.

2026 CTE Summer Academy CTE Summer Academy is a weekly enrichment program that allows students to dive deeper into CTE program areas, and encourages skill development and career exploration. Students choose 4 classes each week they participate and learn new content, discover interests, and build their skills. Eligibility: Current 6 to 11 graders Time - 8:30 am to 2 pm* *Early drop off begins at 7:30 am; after care ends at 5 pm New to 2026! We’re offering after care! Location: Robinson SS Transportation from select FCPS schools is provided! Cost: $300 per week Back for 2026 programs, we will be offering tuition assistance. More information on our webpages. Dates: Week 1: July 6 - 10 Week 2: July 13 - 17 Week 3: July 20 - 24 Week 4: July 27 - 31 New to 2026! We’re offering a 4th week of our programs! Different weekly offerings; weekly themes and class offerings can be found on our webpages! Registration is open from February 2 to June 5, 2026. Students can register online by visiting the CTE Summer Academy webpage and clicking on the register button. Visit the CTE Summer Academy webpage: bit.ly/FCPS_CSA for more information!

Testing Information

Spring Testing

The Spring Testing is quickly approaching. 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.

High School students do not take every SOL therefore emails will be sent to students providing non testing students with their study hall locations for April 29, May 1 and May 7.  Please be on the lookout for those emails.

If you have specific questions about testing, please reach out to your student’s counselor or subject specific teacher.

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.

Athletics and Activities

Athletics and Activities Website Update

LakeBraddockBruins.com is under construction. The URL still “works” but the information you seek is most likely no longer there. For now, the links below will provide you with everything you need for HS Spring Sports Registration as well as current and future team schedules & rosters.

Registration: https://students.arbitersports.com/programs/athletics-activities-registration-2025-2026-17

VHSL Sport Physical forms: https://www.fcps.edu/activities/student-athletics

Team schedules / rosters: https://www.district4va.org/public/genie/1166/school/7/

Weekly and Daily Updates via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lbathletic/

We encourage all families interested in HS Athletics to register to receive the Activities and Athletics  News You Choose weekly email newsletter with this information: Sign up to receive the Athletics & Activities weekly email newsletter directly to your email inbox: https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/VAEDUFCPS/subscriber/new?qsp=Lake_Braddock_SS Select Lake Braddock under Secondary Schools, then check Lake Braddock Secondary School Student Activities.

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

Students: Share Your Ideas With the Superintendent

The inaugural FCPS Student Summit is a superintendent-led leadership and engagement experience designed to elevate student voice across FCPS. It will take place Monday, March 23, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the new western high school. 

The Student Summit will bring together high school students to share ideas, perspectives, and recommendations directly with the superintendent. Students will engage in meaningful conversations on important topics, including access to programs and resources, skill-building and micro-credentials, AI literacy, and other student-identified priorities. 

Student Summit Planning Committee

High school students are encouraged to apply to serve on the FCPS Student Summit Planning Committee. Committee members will collaborate with students from other high schools, share creative and innovative ideas, and earn community service hours. Two students from each high school will be selected to serve on the planning committee. The application will be open until Monday, February 16. 

Meal Kits for Fasting Students

From February 18 to March 19, students who are fasting during the day can take school meals home. These kits include one breakfast and one lunch to be eaten after the school day ends.

Families must fill out a request form each week for every student who wants a kit. The first deadline is Wednesday, February 11, for the week of February 16. Please note other important details below:

• Cost: Meals are charged just like a normal school day. 
• Pickup: Students must grab their kits at the end of the school day.
• Menu: Kits include school meals that are easy to heat at home.

Visit the Food and Nutrition webpage for forms, deadlines, and other information. Please contact the Office of Food and Nutrition Services with any questions at FCPSFNS@fcps.edu or 703-813-4800. 

Survey on Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R) Now Open for All Families and Middle and High School Students

On Monday, all FCPS parents/caregivers and middle and high school students received an email to participate in a voluntary and confidential survey. (Please check your spam folder if you have not received it.)

Questions refer to proposed changes to FCPS’ SR&R document for next year. This document outlines the rules that students are expected to follow, and guidelines for consequences if those expectations are not met. Possible changes include:

• Universal Discipline: Charts will list consequences and supports for students. They will help ensure that two students of the same grade will be treated fairly and receive the same level of support.
• Standards for In-School Suspensions of Students with Disabilities: Creating standards for how in-school suspensions are handled for students who have an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or a 504 Plan.
• Accommodations for Multilingual Learner Student Statements: Providing translation accommodations when Multilingual Learner students provide statements about disciplinary incidents.

The survey will be open until Friday, February 20.