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Principal's Message
Hello Bruin Community!
A huge thank you to our students and staff for a wonderful International Show last night. It was a beautiful and supportive display of diversity in our community and is always one of my favorites!
As we wrap up the end of March and the third quarter, I want to thank you for your partnership in helping our students succeed. It’s been a productive season, and your support makes all the difference. We hope you enjoy a restful Spring Break! We look forward to seeing everyone back on Tuesday, April 7, for a Purple Day. Have a wonderful and relaxing week!
Go Bruins!
Lindsey Kearns
Important Dates
March 30-April 6 - Spring Break / Teacher Workday
April 10 - School closed for students
April 21 - School closed for election
April 23 - Spring Pep Rally (2nd & 8th periods flipped)
In this Issue
New Information
Pyramid Art Show
HS Yearbooks
Community Conversations
Important Reminders
April Pep Rally
MS Yearbooks
Testing Information
Spring Testing
AP Testing Information
Class of 2026 News
Graduation Status Now Available
Athletics and Activities
2026-27 Athletics Calendar
Family Liaison News
FCPS News
Attendance Reporting Information
New Information
Mark your calendars now for our annual Pyramid Art Show on Wednesday, April 8 from 6:00-8:00 pm. Please join us as we celebrate art from our feeder elementary schools all the way up to our students here at Lake Braddock.
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The high school yearbook is finished and has been sent to print! It arrives at school in early May. In order to make sure your student has a copy, order online at www.yearbookordercenter.com and use code 5061. There are fewer than 200 copies remaining!
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Community Conversations: Share Your Thoughts With Dr. Reid
As a listening leader, connecting with community members across our school division is critical to FCPS Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid. Her Community Conversations are opportunities for you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Events will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on:
Click on a date to register to attend that event. Registration is not required, but helps with planning, especially for child care and interpretation services. Events are open to all. Visit the superintendent’s engagement page for the most up-to-date information.
Important Reminders
April Pep Rally
Looking ahead to April, we originally had scheduled the Spring Pep Rally for April 17. We have had to change that date to Thursday, April 23. Please note that 2nd and 8th periods will be flipped that day.
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
May 15 - Prom
June 12 - Graduation
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:
- Login to your SIS ParentVUE Account
- Go to “Course History” for your middle or high school student
- 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
Athletics and Activities
Ready to work on your 2026-2027 athletics calendar? High School tryout start dates:
FALL July 27: Golf August 3: Cheer, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Girls & Boys Volleyball: Flag Football: TBD (~September)
WINTER November 9: Girls & Boys Basketball, Gymnastics, Rifle, Swim & Dive, Indoor Track & Field, Wrestling
SPRING 2027 February 22, 2027: Baseball, Crew, Girls & Boys Lacrosse, Girls & Boys Soccer, Softball, Girls & Boys Tennis, Outdoor Track & Field
PHYSICALS may be submitted any time and are valid for 14 months. Arbiter should send multiple email alerts prior to the physical expiring. The alert emails will go to the email used to register the athlete.
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.
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
FCPS Commitment to Weather Safety
At FCPS, the safety of our students, staff, and visitors is our highest priority — no matter the season. In extreme cold, we monitor National Weather Service (NWS) guidance, adjust outdoor activities, and ensure our buildings are warm and secure. In extreme heat, we modify or cancel outdoor activities, use on-site measurements to guide athletic decisions, and promote hydration and cooling breaks.
FCPS has plans in place to provide guidance during severe weather, including storms, flooding, and tornadoes. Decisions are informed by industry best practices, weather alerts, and a commitment to keeping our school community safe and healthy year-round. Read more about weather safety, including the differences between an advisory, watch, and warning.
Discover What’s New on the Menu
FCPS is excited to bring new and flavorful menu items to students while continuing to meet the high nutrition standards you trust. The school division’s registered dietitian team has developed standards to make school meals healthier while still tasting great.
Here’s what students can look forward to:
- New globally inspired dishes that offer exciting flavors from around the world.
- Fresh ingredients like whole grains, lean proteins, and plant-based options.
- Scratch-made items like homemade granola.
- Vegetarian options like the meatless Philly melt are available alongside classic favorites.
Our goal is to provide balanced, safe, and flavorful meals that support students’ learning, growth, and overall health.
Want to know what’s on the menu? Food and Nutrition Services has menus available.
Summer Student Intern Program Applications Open
The FCPS Summer Internship Program is a six-week, paid, in-person opportunity for FCPS high school students and recent alumni enrolled in post-secondary education. The program will run from Monday, July 6, to Friday, August 14. It offers hands-on work experience across central office departments.
Interns will work alongside professionals on projects that help prepare FCPS for the upcoming school year. They will learn about current trends in fields including AI and emerging technologies, business and finance, architecture and construction, communications, safety and cybersecurity, and education and advocacy as well as participate in weekly professional development workshops.
Job descriptions, details, and the interest form (which should be completed by 5 p.m. on Friday, April 10) are available on the Summer Internship webpage. Watch a video about last year’s Summer Internship Program and follow @FCPSInterns on Instagram.
FCPS In Case You Missed It
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- School Weather Safety
- Science Fair Winners
- Summer Internships at FCPS
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
LBSS Attendance Information
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