LBSS Weekly News - October 10, 2025

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Principal's Message

Hello Bruin families,

Happy Friday, Lake Braddock Community! As the crisp fall air settles in, our school spirit is reaching its peak as we prepare for a fantastic week of Homecoming celebration. A huge thank you goes out to our Activities office and the dedicated students and staff of our Student Government Association (SGA) for their tremendous work to ensure this year's festivities are a success. This Friday, October 10th, we invite every family to join us for our annual tradition, starting with the Homecoming Parade! The parade will step off from the Lake Braddock Community Association on Ashbourn Drive around 4:45 PM. Following the parade, gather on the Blacktop for the Bite of Braddock community food festival, and then grab your seats for the varsity football game at 7:00 PM. It's the perfect opportunity to connect with friends, enjoy some great food, and celebrate all things Lake Braddock!

Lindsey

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No Cost Meals Available for Students on October 13 at Select Schools

FCPS will be offering lunch and a snack at no cost to children aged 18 and under on Monday, October 13, at participating schools. As a reminder, all FCPS schools will be closed for students on October 13 in observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day. View a list of school sites that will be providing meals for children on October 13.

Here’s what you need to know:

  • Lunch and a snack will be served together from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
  • Meals must be eaten on site at participating schools.
  • Enrichment activities will be available for children. Participation is encouraged but not required.
  • Only children 18 and under may receive meals.
  • Each child may receive one lunch and one snack.

We are proud to support our students’ health and well-being, even on days when school is not in session. We hope that many of our families will take advantage of this opportunity. If you have questions, please contact the Office of Food and Nutrition Services at 703-813-4800.

Important Dates

October 13: Staff Development Day - no school for students
October 20: School Holiday
October 23: Photo Make-ups and Retakes

In this Issue

New Information
Middle School Subschool Correction
Trunk or Treat
Picture Retakes - Student Sign Up Form is live

Testing Information
AP Testing Information

Important Reminders
Online Safety Unlocked Presentation
Choir Dessert on Broadway
Yearbooks

Athletics and Activities

Family Liaison News

FCPS News

Attendance Reporting Information

New Information

Middle School Families Please Read

The below information was mailed in a letter regarding attendance at the end of September.  There was an error in the phone number for Subschool 1.  We corrected the error so please use the updated contact information below for Subschool 1. We apologize for any inconvenience. 

Attendance

We know that attendance varies from school to school, and so we appreciate your efforts to help us keep attendance correct for all our students. Please use the following steps to report all-day absences, late arrivals, and early dismissals.

All Day Absences

FCPS allows parents and guardians to report all-day absences through SIS Parent Vue. If you are unable to do so, please call the attendance line for your child’s subschool and leave a message. Please see the information below for your student’s subschool. 

7th Grade – Subschool 1
Office Number   703-426-1110
Attendance   703-426-1181

8th Grade – Subschool 2
Office Number   703-426-1120
Attendance   703-426-1182

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Trunk or Treat Coming Soon

Mark your calendars for our annual Trunk or Treat on October 28 from 5:30-7:00 pm. This is a fundraiser for the Lake Braddock Classes of 2026-2029, so a $5 donation is requested for each trunk or treater.

 

We'd also love to have Volunteer Trunks join in the fun. If you'd like to sign up to join us, please fill out this form.

 

Picture Retakes - Sign Up Form is Live

Victor O’Neill Studios is coming back for underclassmen portrait makeups/retakes on October 23, 2025. We have sent students a form to sign up for a timeslot for makeups or retakes. Students do need to be logged into their fcpsschools.net account to use the form.

 

This session is open to those who meet the following criteria:

● Any student or staff member who was absent for the original session.

● Any new/transfer students or staff who joined after the original session.

● Any student/staff who was dissatisfied with their original picture day portrait.

Please note:

○ No purchase is necessary to retake photos. Any student may retake their photo for use in the yearbook.

○ Students retaking their portrait will not receive a new ID card, exceptions below.

○ The new portrait will replace their original yearbook portrait and then be available for purchase.

○ Students who previously purchased a photo package and would like to retake their photo MUST return their original photo package to the photographer in order to receive a new package. 

For students/staff who have issues with their ID card, we will reprint for those who meet the following criteria:

● Any student or staff member who did not receive an ID card at the original session.

● Any student who has incorrect/missing data on their ID card from the original session.

○ For students who have had a name or grade change, a signed note from administration/a counselor is required. Feel free to contact our office with any questions or concerns: underclass@vosphoto.com | (703) 532-0013

Testing Information

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

Important Reminders

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Upcoming Parent Presentation Opportunity - CORRECTED LINK

Please sign up here:  bit.ly/4722S8c

In today's connected world, do you feel equipped to navigate online dangers with your student? Get the expert guidance you need at our upcoming parent night: "Online Safety Unlocked: What Every Parent Needs to Know."

Join us on Tuesday, October 14th, from 6-7 PM in the Lecture Hall for a special presentation led by a representative from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). In partnership with the renowned online safety organization NetSmartz, this session will empower you with the knowledge to address topics like cyberbullying, online predators, and protecting your child's digital footprint. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity! RSVP is requested.
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The Lake Braddock Choral Department will host our annual fundraising concert “Dessert on Broadway” October 23th in the cafeteria. We encourage you to come when the doors open at 6:30 pm to enjoy a sweet treat and browse over an amazing selection of silent auction items and raffle prizes. The concert begins at 7 pm. Tickets are coming soon! https://lbchorus.org/
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HS Yearbook Sales

Don’t wait until the price increases. Pre-order your high school yearbook before December to get the lowest price of the year and assure your student gets a copy.

www.yearbookordercenter.com

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Middle School Yearbooks

The Ursa middle school yearbook sales have begun! For $35 you can make sure you have a copy of your child’s middle school years. If you wait, the price goes up, and books run out. So, order yours today. Please scan the QR code, which takes you directly to the company. Or, you can type this URL into your browser: http://YearbookOrderCenter.com

Order yours today! Your child will thank you for it (if not now, in the future!)

Athletics and Activities

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

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

October Community Boundary Review Meetings

FCPS’ October community boundary review meetings will begin on Monday, October 13. Each of the 12 meetings will focus on two pyramids. Our area will be covered at the meeting on [Insert date, location, in person w/ link, and virtual w/ link]. Register by clicking “in person” or “virtual,” based on how you would like to participate.

At the meeting, the consultant will present the latest draft boundary map (Scenario 4) and potential changes specific to our pyramid and the [Insert the pyramid your school is partnered with]. Participants will also be invited to ask questions.

If you are unable to attend the meeting for our pyramid, you are welcome to attend any meeting that is convenient. View the full list of October boundary meetings. 

Visit the Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage for more information.