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Principal's Message |
Greetings Tiger Families!
I hope this email finds you enjoying a restful and enjoyable summer. We have been hard at work preparing for the 2025-26 school year and are excited to welcome our returning and new Tigers to Twain in just a few weeks. Please take note of some key start of the school year dates below.
- August 4 & August 6, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Jumpstart
- An optional event for rising 7th grade students to acclimate to the building, the staff and peers. Click the link above for more information and the registration form.
- August 13, 2025, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM Tiger Fest
- An optional event for all students and families to pick up class schedules, obtain locker combinations, join the Twain PTA, drop off medication, buy Twain spirit wear and meet staff. Click the link above for more information.
- August 18, 2025, 7:30 AM – 2:15 PM: First Day of School!
- August 29 & September 1, 2025: Labor Day Holidays (no school)
- September 4, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM: Back to School Night
- An optional event for families to travel through their students’ schedule, meet teachers, and learn more about their students’ courses.
Have a wonderful rest of the summer and stay tuned for more information about the 2025-26 school year in the coming weeks.
Sincerely,
Matt
Apply Today for Free and Reduced-Price Meals!
According to the Centers for Disease Control, eating breakfast at school is associated with better attendance rates, fewer missed school days, and better test scores. School meals have high nutrition standards, and recent updates make them even better. Studies show that students who eat both school breakfast and lunch tend to have healthier diets than those who don't participate in school meals.
Families that are earning less than 185% of the poverty level can receive breakfast and lunch for their students at no cost. Families must complete the Free and Reduced-Price Meals (FRM) application before the start of each school year. Approved applications may also qualify students for additional benefits.
The application for FRM is now available for the 2025-26 school year. Students who were approved for FRM last year are eligible for the first 30 days of school this year (or until a new application is processed). Families should reapply as soon as possible so eligible students continue to receive meals at no cost.
Access the application and view criteria on the FRM webpage. Families should reach out to their schools with questions or for assistance.
Summer Meals for Students Continue Through August 15 for All Students
FCPS provides breakfast and lunch free of charge to all children aged 18 and younger. Check our Food and Nutrition Services webpage and the USDA Summer Meals for Kids site finder for specific dates, times, and locations.
Be School-Ready! Where to Get Required Immunizations
Make sure your child has all of their required immunizations before the first day of school. If your child needs an immunization, make an appointment with your family’s health care provider or one of the following clinics:
FCHD offers limited walk-in hours for immunization services on a first-come-first-served basis. Immunizations are also available by appointment.
- Inova Cares Back to School Pediatric Health Fairs provide children ages 5 and up with free school physicals and immunizations. Weekday and weekend clinics are available in July and August. These health fairs are for VA Medicaid or Uninsured Inova registered patients only. Appointments are required. Call 703-698-2550 to make an appointment. Bring vaccine records to the appointment.
Local immunization clinics and additional resources are available on the FCPS Immunization Resources webpage and from the FCHD.
Simplified and Secure: Introducing FCPS' New Login Experience
Starting this summer, FCPS is launching a new login screen for FCPS applications, such as Schoology. Additional applications will feature the new login screen throughout the school year. The primary purpose is to make your online experience simple, consistent, and secure. Your FCPS username and password, which you currently use for SIS ParentVUE, will not change.
If you have questions or need support please check out the Family Technology resources or open a ticket with FCPS’ Technical Support desk.
Middle School and High School Grading Updates
There will be new grading policies for all middle and high school classes in 2025-26. The goal of these changes is to increase consistency and clarity of grading practices. Learn about middle and high school grading policy updates.
Important Updates to the Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R)
There are several SR&R updates for the 2025-26 school year, including changes to the cell phone policy. Other updates include better clarity or new procedures around topics such as discipline data, parent notifications, hate speech, and integrated discipline training. The full list of changes is available on BoardDocs.
Calendar Reminders
Monday, August 18, is the first day of school for the 2025-26 school year. View the 2025-26 school year calendar for additional important dates.
Friday, August 1, through Sunday, August 3, will be a sales tax holiday in the state of Virginia. Visit Virginia’s Sales Tax Holiday webpage for details on eligible items, which include school supplies and clothing.
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