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Holmes Calendar
- Wednesday, 3/18 - Friday, 3/27 - Spring Scholastic Book Fair
- Friday, 3/20 - Eid al-Fitr / NO SCHOOL
- Friday, 3/27 - End of 3rd QRT / 2-Hour Early release
- Monday 3/30 - Friday, 4/3 - Spring Break / NO SCHOOL
- Monday, 4/6 - Teacher Workday / NO SCHOOL
- Thursday, 4/9, 5-7PM - Heritage Night
- Friday, 4/10 - School Planning Day / NO SCHOOL
- Monday, 5/25 - Memorial Day / NO SCHOOL
- Tuesday, 5/26 - Teacher Workday / NO SCHOOL
- Wednesday, 5/27 - Eid al-Adha / NO SCHOOL
- Wednesday, 6/17 - Last Day of School / 2-Hour Early Release
Dear Holmes families,
Can you believe the crazy weather we’ve been having? One day felt like a beautiful spring afternoon, and within 24 hours we were seeing snow! It certainly feels like the weather is matching how busy and fast-paced this time of year can feel for all of us.
With just about two weeks left in the quarter, this is a great time to check ParentVUE/StudentVUE with your child to review grades and any missing assignments. If you have questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out directly to your child’s teacher - we are here to help.
This week we were also proud to host our Band and Chorus pre-assessment concerts, and our students did an amazing job. Their hard work and dedication were truly on display, and we are so proud of them!
Thank you, as always, for your continued partnership and support.
Sincerely,
Serena Giron
Principal
It’s time to lace up! Our Spring Track and Field season is right around the corner. To get started, please review the registration details below:
Note: Fall Cross-Country runners do not need to re-register.
- Requirements: All athletes must submit a completed Participation Packet (Physical Evaluation) and Emergency Care Form.
- Key Dates:
- First Practice: Tuesday, March 24 (before Spring Break).
- Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays | 2:30 PM – 3:35 PM.
- Track Meets: FOUR consecutive Saturdays starting April 25 (8:00 AM – 2:00 PM).
- Championships: Saturday, May 30 (for eligible athletes).
For more information or to pick up forms, please see Mr. Yoon, Ms. Mills, or Ms. Louis. We look forward to a spectacular season with our extraordinary athletes!
Dear Holmes MS Community,
Get ready! The Spring 2026 Scholastic Book Fair is going to be epic! We've turned up the volume with more fun, more choices and more excitement! Remember - every purchase supports our school! Students will be coming to the Book Fair with their Social Studies/History/Civics classes, however; they can also purchase books before and after school and during lunch! The Book Fair starts on Wednesday, 3/18 and ends on Friday, 3/27! The location is the Holmes MS Library.
Please see below for some important information.
Book Fair Website: All the information you need will be on the website; however, some important links are below as well!
eWallet: Sign your child up for an eWallet so they can shop cash-free.
Preview: Get a sneak peek at some of the Book Fair titles!
Book Fair Contact: Jen Blanco (jlblanco1@fcps.edu)
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:
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Cost: Meals are charged just like a normal school day.
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Pickup: Students must grab their kits at the end of the school day.
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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.
There will be no school for students on Tuesday, April 21, for the Virginia statewide election. Student activities, athletic practices, and events may proceed as scheduled.
Fairfax County Public Schools will still exceed the required number of instructional hours for students, as set by the Virginia Department of Education.
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is gearing up to honor and celebrate its military-connected youth in April, the Month of the Military Child, and on Purple Up! Day!
This year, Virginia will celebrate Purple Up! Day on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Purple Up! Day is a special day for communities to come together and wear purple as a visible gesture of support for our military-connected youth and their families. Purple symbolizes the combined colors of all branches of the military.
FCPS Purple Up! T-shirts and other items are available for purchase now through Wednesday, March 11, 2026, in our Custom Ink online store. These items highlight our gratitude and appreciation for our 14,500 military-connected students and their families. #PurpleUpFCPS!
For more information and/or to connect with FCPS resources, email us at militaryfamilies@fcps.edu.
About 70% of the FCPS budget comes from the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. They are currently reviewing the county’s 2027 Fiscal Year Advertised Budget and are considering possible adjustments before the final county budget is adopted in May. Provide the county with feedback on how you would like your tax dollars spent by completing this survey.
Due Date: Friday, March 13, 2026
The yearbook staff is excited to provide you with a chance to celebrate your eighth grader as they transition to high school. Delight your student with a personal ad in the yearbook! These heartfelt messages can come from parents, grandparents, siblings, or even pets.
You can purchase multiple ads, but please ensure to submit a separate form for each one. Each ad will be the size displayed and the cost is $15 per ad.
Please submit one (1) digital photo via email to KWBranch@fcps.edu or to CROrihuela@fcps.edu.
FCPS’ cell phone policy helps students focus, learn, and engage. When students put their phones away, they have more face-to-face interactions with their peers and teachers and more opportunities to develop resilience and problem-solving skills. Please remind your child that:
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Cell phones and personal devices (earbuds, headsets, other items connected to the internet) must be off and away for the entire school day (bell to bell).
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Smart watches that serve a dual purpose may be worn, but the phone features (texting, Internet viewing, and calls) are to be off when phone use is prohibited.
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