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Holmes Calendar
- Monday, 5/25 - Memorial Day / NO SCHOOL
- Tuesday, 5/26 - Teacher Workday / NO SCHOOL
- Wednesday, 5/27 - Eid al-Adha / NO SCHOOL
- Tuesday, 6/2, 7-8:30PM - Chorus and Orchestra Spring Concert
- Wednesday, 6/3, 7PM - End-of-Year Theatre Showcase
- Thursday, 6/4, 7-8PM - Band Spring Concert
- Friday, 6/5, 5-7PM - 8th Grade Dance
- Monday, 6/15, 8-9AM - End-of-Year Awards Ceremony
- Wednesday, 6/17 - Last Day of School / 2-Hour Early Release
Dear Holmes Families,
You are invited to attend the final performance of the Symphony Orchestra of Northern Virginia’s 2025-2026 season FOR FREE! The orchestra will perform on May 30th at 3:00pm at Schlesinger Concert Hall in Alexandria. SONOVA has partnered with Del Ray Artisans and the City of Alexandria to present “Pictures at an Alexandria Exhibition,” where art and music come together in a stunning celebration of creativity. Come hear music—works including Prokofiev’s Romeo and Juliet, Copeland’s Billy the Kid Suite, and more—which inspired Alexandria artisans to create over 52 works of art. You might even see a familiar Holmes orchestra director in the violin section… Tickets are available for FREE and can be reserved at the link below; just choose the “student” option on the form.
https://sonovamusic.org/subsidized-ticket-form/
Sincerely,
Serena Giron
Principal
- We’re looking for parent volunteers and donations!
- Please sign up HERE to volunteer.
- Please sign up HERE to donate food items OR check out our AMAZON WISHLIST (items purchased on the Amazon Wishlist will be sent directly to the school).
- In-Person Ticket Sale Dates (During Lunch):
- Friday, May 29
- Monday, June 1
- Tuesday, June 2 (Final day to purchase tickets!)
- Payment Options:
- MySchoolBucks.com
- Cash in person
- Attendance Requirements:
- No tickets will be sold at the door.
- Behavior Policy: Good behavior is mandatory. Any discipline incidents (full-day suspensions or after-school detentions for tardies) will result in the loss of attendance privileges with no exceptions.
- Please contact 8th Grade Administrator Megan Lister at MMLister@fcps.edu with any questions.
Thank you for supporting our 8th graders!
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The school health room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than the student dismissal time on the last day of school. Medication left in the health room after that time will be destroyed. It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian. Medication cannot be sent home with your student. However, with parent or guardian permission, a high school student may transport over-the-counter medications to and from the school health room. If your student will be enrolled in a summer program sponsored by Fairfax County Public Schools, the existing medication authorization form(s) may be used for the summer program, but you will need to pick up the medication on the last day of school and deliver the medication and completed forms to the summer learning site on the first day of the summer program. Please let the health room know if you would like a copy of the form(s).
Medication authorization forms for next school year may be obtained from the school or online at https://www.fcps.edu/resources/student-safety-and-wellness/school-health-services. A medication authorization form is required for any medication, prescription or over-the-counter, to be kept at school. Please be sure medication orders are clear. All information on the form must be completed. Part I must be signed and dated by the parent or guardian. Part II must be signed and dated by your health care provider. Approved over-the-counter medications given for headaches, muscle aches, orthodontic pain, or menstrual cramps do not need a health care provider’s signature. Antibiotic or antiviral medications for 10 consecutive school days or less do not require a health care provider’s signature either. For all asthma medications, a Virginia Asthma Action Plan must be provided. More detailed information is available on the back of the medication authorization form(s).
Over-the-counter medication must be in the unopened original container and clearly labeled by the parent or guardian. No more than 100 pills/tablets of OTC medication should be brought to school at a time. All prescription medication, including samples, must be labeled by the pharmacist or health care provider. Please make sure that the label clearly states your student’s name, the name of the medication, the dosage of the medication, and the time to be given.
Your cooperation will ensure that we can safely give your students their medication. If you have any questions, please contact your Licensed Practical Nurse, Lindsay Quigley at 703-658-5910, or your school Public Health Nurse, Nohelia Yanes, at 703-658-5918.
8th Graders attending Annandale High School next year will be going to the Activities, Athletics and Clubs Fair at Annandale High School on Thursday, May 28th during the school day. Students will have the opportunity to learn all about the amazing extracurriculars opportunities offered at Annandale as well as hear from current students on a student panel. Permission slips were due back to SOAR teachers by May 22nd.
Holmes and George Mason University have teamed together to offer a four-year instate tuition scholarship to GMU to an eighth-grade student who has demonstrated the potential to be successful in a four-year college program (a cumulative middle school GPA of 3.5 or higher). You and your child should have received an email last week if your child qualifies. The (online) application packet and teacher recommendations are due by 3pm on Friday, May 22nd, 2026. Please reach out to Ms. Dane (kdane@fcps.edu) if you have any questions.
Conversations with parents and families about substance use
Date & Time:
Thursday, May 28, 2026
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Location:
John R. Lewis High School – Cafeteria
6540 Franconia Road
Springfield, VA 22150
Join us to learn about vaping devices, current trends, and how to talk with your teen.
We are excited to support your student’s transition to high school! For the third year, Edison High School is offering an optional Jump Start program for rising 9th-grade students.
Program Details:
Date: Tuesday, July 28th
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Edison High School
During this session, students will:
✔️ Meet staff members, including administrators, counselors, and teachers
✔️ Tour the school building
✔️ Receive tips for high school success
✔️ Learn about our wide range of sports and club opportunities
✔️ Receive lunch and Edison Eagle Pride T-shirt
Please note: Transportation will not be provided.
We look forward to welcoming the Class of 2030!
Save the Date: Registration will open on May 27th and a link will be located on the Edison website for those interested in our Jumpstart program. Please contact Greg Dombrowski: GSDombrowski@fcps.edu or Ellen Hagan: EMHaganBower@fcps.edu for further information.
It’s a busy time of year, and we know many priorities are on your plate. As we approach the end of the school year, it is important to check your student’s MySchoolBucks account and pay any remaining school meal balance.
Free and Reduced-Price Meals
Families who earn less than 185% of the poverty level qualify for free and reduced-price meals (FRM). However, an application must be completed and submitted each school year to receive that benefit. The application for the 2026-27 school year will be available this summer.
If you have a current balance and think you may be eligible for free and reduced-price meals, please fill out the FRM application for the 2025-26 school year.
Reach out to the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB) for specialized youth mental health services designed to help your child succeed. The CSB has individual and family counseling, psychiatric diagnostic evaluations, medication management, parenting groups, peer support, crisis response, recovery supports that include medication-assisted treatment (MAT), intensive services, and other services.
Contact CSB Entry and Referral to get started by calling 703-383-8500 or emailing csb@fairfaxcounty.gov.
Additional Mental Health Resources
FCPS has resources available to support your child’s mental health. During after-school hours, parents and students who need additional support can use the 988 Lifeline to get free, confidential guidance from trained crisis counselors on how to best help someone experiencing a mental health challenge or crisis. You can call or text the number.
Recent reports have shared an 11% drop in suicides among young people since the rollout of 988. Please note, the hotline is not only for those experiencing suicidal ideation (or thoughts), it is also available for any mental health or substance abuse-related crisis and those with a loved one experiencing those crises or suicidal thoughts.
And as always, if your concern is an emergency, you should call 911.
The Solving Fun Puzzle Pals have been busy getting ready for the 3rd Annual Fairfax County Public Schools Puzzle Hunt, and it kicks off in only three weeks!
This free event is open to solvers of all ages and is a great way to keep students and families engaged in fun, creative problem-solving over the summer. It also teaches bike and pedestrian safety and encourages active transportation.
New this year: The school with the most solvers will win a special visit from Sue Doku! Sign up for the Puzzle Hunt!
Join Fairfax County Public Schools for a free, family-friendly community celebration filled with hands-on STEM, arts, and creative experiences for students of all ages. This year’s Summer Extravaganza takes place on Saturday, June 6, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at Woodson High School.
Explore summer learning resources and connect with FCPS offices and community partners. Don’t miss the Student Market and a full day of engaging activities designed to spark learning, growth, and inspiration for the whole family.
For more information, visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage.
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