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Thursday, 8/20, 12:00-2:30 PM - Open House
Monday, 8/24 - First Day of School
Friday, 9/4 - Monday, 9/7 - NO SCHOOL / Labor Day Holidays
Wednesday, 9/9, 6:00-8:00 PM - Back to School Night
Monday, 9/21 - NO SCHOOL / Yom Kippur
Hello, Hawk Family!
I am absolutely thrilled to begin the new school year as the Principal of Holmes Middle School! The students, staff, families, and community that make up Holmes are truly second to none, and I am incredibly proud to lead our school and continue our culture of excellence and commitment to student success.
I look forward to partnering with you throughout the school year to support our students and strengthen our Holmes community. Please stay tuned for opportunities to meet with me, as I will be scheduling times for families and community members to connect and get to know one another.
On Thursday, we had the pleasure of welcoming our new sixth-grade students and other new Holmes students through our Jump Start program. Students had the opportunity to meet staff members, explore the building through an exciting scavenger hunt, and receive some Holmes swag to help kick off the new school year!
A huge thank-you to our After-School Specialist, Mr. Kruk, and our amazing school counselors for coordinating such a wonderful event. Their time and dedication helped create a fun and welcoming experience for our newest Hawks!
The Holmes administrative team is eagerly looking forward to welcoming all of our students on the first day of school, August 24, 2026!
In the meantime, please enjoy these final days of summer, make some great memories, and get ready for an incredible school year. We cannot wait to see you soon!
Go Hawks!
Jess Tippins
Principal, Holmes Middle School
The first day of school, Monday, August 24, is just around the corner! Check out these back-to-school tips to make sure your child gets off to a great start.
- Student ID cards will be only be provided to students who ride the bus or use FCPS transportation services.
- Bus riders will TAP ON and TAP OFF the school bus every day.
- The new bus navigation system will track when students board and exit the bus.
- Students are not required to wear their ID cards during the school day.
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Hazel Health provides quality mental healthcare services for all middle and high school students, at no cost to families. Virtual therapy sessions with Hazel Health are a safe space and are private and confidential.
- Hazel’s therapists can help your child with:
- Mood/behavior changes, motivation, grief/loss.
- Anxiety, worry, fears.
- Social skills, bullying, peer and familyrelationships.
- Academic stress.
- Middle and high school students can be referred by a parent.
For all grades and all smart devices: off and away for the entire school day!
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Cellphones and smart devices (earbuds, headsets, smart glasses, other items connected to the internet) must be off and personally stored(i.e., put away in backpacks) for the duration of the school day.
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Watches that serve a dual purpose (smart watches) are to beoff and personally stored for the duration of the school day
- Students who require access to a cellphone, pursuant to an Individualized Education Plan, Section 504 Plan, individualized health care plan, or Limited English Proficiency plan will continue to have such access.
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If you need to reach your student during the school day, please callour front office at 703-658-5900.
Receive weather closings and other important updates from FCPS by text and email.
- Click “My Account”at the top of the page.
- Open the “Online Verification Update” to review and update contact information.
A new Schoology Study and Support Hub is available for students in Schoology. This space was developed by the FCPS Educational Technology Team with input from students. It is designed to provide essential study tools and academic support resources directly to our learners.
Students can log in to Schoology and read their Schoology announcements or watch this video on the support hub for more information.
The FCPS Family Academy is where families can learn and get support for their child’s school journey.
We know that parents and caregivers are critically important in their child’s education. The Family Academy lists classes, webinars, workshops, and programs offered by FCPS to help you support your child's needs and learning at home. The Family Academy also includes information about resources available to help every family ensure their child has what they need to succeed.
Visit the Family Academy webpage. Check out its catalog for upcoming classes, workshops, and webinars to help families learn about FCPS, parenting, early literacy, and how to partner with schools.
Middle school students enrolled in Math 6 through Algebra 2 will be using new textbooks this school year. A committee composed of community members, administrators, and teachers reviewed materials and provided input on the selection.
There are a lot of school and FCPS webpages to bookmark, but the FCPS mobile app serves as your central hub!
Check daily meal menus and calendars with no login required, or use one-tap quick links to launch SIS ParentVUE, Schoology, and MySchoolBucks.
Download the FCPS mobile app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store..
Is WhatsApp one of the ways you stay connected with family, friends, and your community? Now you can use it to stay connected with FCPS, too.
Follow the new FCPS WhatsApp Channel for helpful information and reminders throughout the school year, including important announcements, upcoming dates, tips for families, and more.
Please stay in touch with us throughout the year by:
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