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Principal's Message
Hello Bruin Community!
The newsletter is coming a day early this week due to Friday's holiday. We wish Eid mubarak to those who celebrate.
Next week is our annual International Show and we hope you can join us. The students have put in many hours preparing and are excited to share their culture.
Finally, next week is the last week before Spring Break. Friday, March 27 will be a 2-hour early release day due to the end of the 3rd quarter. And after Spring Break, there will be no school for students on Monday, April 6 (Teacher Workday) and Friday, April 10 (School Planning Day).
Go Bruins!
Lindsey Kearns
 Don't miss the International Show March 26!
Important Dates
March 20 - School holiday for Eid al-Fitr
March 27 - End of 3rd quarter (2-hour early release)
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
Family Engagement Survey
Getting Involved
Community Conversations
Important Reminders
April Pep Rally
HS Yearbooks
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
Family Engagement Survey
Do you have 10 minutes before March 23? Now is your chance to give feedback on your school's welcoming environment, communication, volunteer opportunities, and more. Take the Family Engagement Survey today: https://bit.ly/FESURVEY2026
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Getting Involved
Have you ever wondered how your child can get involved more throughout the community? Getting involved in the Student Government, Student Council, or Class Office is a great opportunity to do so. If your kids are interested in running for these positions encourage them to join the schoology group with this code: MFJ5-ZJVZ-R7FCW
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. (unless otherwise noted) 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.
High school yearbooks are nearing sell-out status. In order to make sure your student has one, please pre-order now. Once we sell-out, there is no way to have more printed.
www.yearbookordercenter.com
Code 5061
Questions? Email Ms. Poquis at tbpoquis@fcps.edu
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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
Class of 2026 Graduation Announcements and Accessories
Jostens is the official supplier of graduation announcements and accessories for Lake Braddock Class of 2026. Now is the time to order your Custom Graduation Announcements and Senior Gear! Go to jostens.com or scan the QR code.
Please note that the cap and gown will be ordered by LBSS.
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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
Highlights include:
- Family Engagement Survey, take the survey today: https://bit.ly/FESURVEY2026
- Military Family Field Day
- 2026 Special Education Family Conference
- Student Panel discussion Create with Kindness Program Sponsored by Tik Tok- organized by Lake Braddock PTSA
- Youth opportunities: scholarships, free camps and classes, seminars, teen job fair and more
- English as a Second Language classes
FCPS News
Prepare for Summer Learning and Fun for Students
Registration is open or will be available soon for summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.
Career and Technical Education and Institute for the Arts Camps
Career and Technical Education camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Robinson Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. Tuition assistance is available to FCPS families eligible for free or reduced meals.
CTE Summer Academy (CSA) is a week-long enrichment program that allows students in grades 6-11 to dive deeper into CTE program areas, develop skills, and begin career exploration. Watch this video about CTE camps. Registration is open for these programs through Friday, June 5.
Institute for the Arts (IFTA) is a two-week camp for students currently in grades 6-11. Students select from nearly 60 classes in art, dance, music, and theater. Rising freshmen have the option to take Health and PE 9 through IFTA as well!
Production Camp is a four-week summer theatre intensive for students in grades 6-11. Students in performance or technical theatre tracks rehearse, design, and build a musical in a collaborative atmosphere. The show is presented to the public at the end of camp.
New this year: Students in the above camps can also register for aftercare, which is available from 2 to 5 p.m.
Self-Directed Economics and Personal Finance
Summer is a great time for high school students to fulfill the Economics and Personal Finance course requirement. During the self-directed course, students work independently to complete the requirements. Registration is now open. Students must register by Friday, June 5. For more information, see the | 
