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The Liberty Ledger

Providing students and parents with the important updates and report of events happening at LMS.

Important Dates:

• December 23 - January 3 - School Closed (Winter Break)
• Wednesday, January 8- Rising 7th and 8th Curriculum Night 
• Friday, January 17- CVHS 8th Grade Field Trip 

  Liberty Middle School offices will be closed for Winter Break December 23 - January 3 Kiss and Ride:

Kiss and Ride Procedures with Updates

Parents, please be patient with kiss and ride. We are experiencing some of our largest numbers ever with kiss and ride. In the mornings, please pull all the way around to the last kiss and ride sign that tells you to stop. This allows us to unload several cars at once instead of only a few when cars stop in the middle of the loop. Give other cars time and wait for them to pull out. This means do not pass on the inside lane. Staff will direct you around slow or stalled cars. Safety is our #1 priority.

 

**Starting in January after the break, we will start letting students out at 7:08. Students are to go to door #8 to enter the building.**

 

General Procedures for Kiss and Ride

Parents should enter and exit from the entrance closest to Compton Road. The bus entrance is for buses, not kiss and ride. Please follow the signs and directions of school staff. Students may exit their vehicles starting at 7:08AM.

Please remember SAFETY and PATIENCE when dropping off (7:08AM) or picking up your student in the Kiss and Ride loop. In the mornings, please do not pull to the inside and pass cars as students are getting out. If there is a slow or stalled vehicle, a staff member will direct you around when it is safe to do so. 30 seconds seems like forever when you are in a rush. If possible, your student may walk or ride the bus.  

 

In the afternoons, drivers may line up in the kiss and ride circle. Students will be dismissed at 2:15 and report to the kiss and ride circle. Staff will direct cars out safely, as soon as the student is in the car. Thank you very much for your patience and cooperation!

Centreville High School Academic Advising Field Trip (8TH GRADE ONLY)

On Friday, January 17th 8th Grade students will be visiting Centreville High School for an Academic Advising Field Trip. Students will be taking a building tour, hearing about 9th Grade course options and attending an Electives Fair and an Activities Fair. ​​​​​​​In order to participate in the Field Trip a Parent/Guardian must complete the online permission slip:

LINK TO COMPLETE ONLINE PERMISSION SLIP

 

If you are unable to complete or access the online form please contact Raychal Hart [email protected].

Thank you!

Liberty Middle School PTA Thank you to the many families that participated in Drive-in Movie Night Last Week and Supported LMS at the Domino Spirit Night Yesterday!

 

Department of the Month: Specialist

Please consider supporting our great educators this month by purchasing items from their classroom wish lists:

• Maggie Wickham's Wish List: Librarian
• Holly Taylor's Classroom Wish List: Orchestra
• Namju Chong's Classroom Wish List: Korean Teacher

Events coming up: Color Street Fundraiser:

20% of sales will be donated to the LMS PTA! Shop under the Beaty Social: LMS PTA Fundraiser. Click here to shop.

This fundraiser is brought to you by Michelle Winston, Independent Color Street Stylist, LMS parent, and PTA volunteer.

  Taco Bamba Spirit Night in Fairfax, Braddock Rd: Tuesday January 14, 2025

Dine-in: Mention "GIVE20" or Liberty Middle School when ordering

Take-out: Order online and use code "GIVE20" at checkout

  Save the Date for our Paint Night Event: January 17, 2025, from 5-8 P.M. Price is $35/person

Come with the whole family or drop off your children with us!

Reserve your spot by signing -up today!

  PTA Meeting: ATTENTION: There will be NO DECEMBER PTA MEETING- See you in January!   Not a Member Yet?

Click to join the PTA today

Stay Connected and Follow us on Social Media:   PTA Sponsors: After-School Program: There will be no After-School 12/19 and 12/20. Liberty Library Amazon Wishlist:

Please consider helping the Liberty Library by purchasing off our Amazon wish list. Students love to use these items in the library makerspace and during lunches. Additionally, if you have MagnaTiles or PicassoTiles that your family is no longer using, I would love them for the library!

Click here for Amazon Wishlist!

Materials Review Committee

We are seeking parent volunteers to serve on our Materials Review Committee. Committee members will read or watch the texts that teachers submit for approval to ensure that it is age appropriate for students. We will also meet monthly to discuss the texts prior to completing the required forms.

 

Please reach out to Maggie Wickham at [email protected] if interested in serving on the committee this year.

Free and Reduced-Price Meals: 

Learn more about the criteria and process to apply for free or reduced-price breakfast and lunch.

If you have children eligible for the federal Free and Reduced-Price Meals program, they may also be eligible to participate in other Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) fee-based programs without paying a fee or by paying a reduced fee (e.g fees associated with elective classes).

To learn more and apply online click here : https://www.fcps.edu/frm

The free and reduced-price meals application also includes a section where you provide consent to share information allowing FCPS staff (School Principal, school counselors and other FCPS program staff) to share information about your children's meal eligibility status.

Information received by FCPS staff will only be used for the purposes described in the application.

Questions or Concerns?

If you have any questions regarding resources like food and family assistance, please contact Sarah Hughes, School Social Worker at [email protected] or visit our Social Worker Page. 

Helpful Resources

• Get more information about food distribution
• Watch this video to learn how to set up SIS ParentVUE
• Liberty MS Staff Directory
• Technology Help Desk:1-833-921-3277

LMS Administrative Team

Principal: Adam Erbrecht  |  [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Gregory Hall |  [email protected] 

Assistant Principal: Jennifer Filsinger | [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Sarah Letina |  [email protected]

Director of Student Services: Valerie Peters |  [email protected]

6801 Union Mill Road, Clifton, VA 20124 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Main Office: 703-988-8100 | Attendance:703-988-8181

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

The Liberty Ledger

Providing students and parents with the important updates and report of events happening at LMS.

Important Dates:

• December 23 - January 3 - School Closed (Winter Break)
• Wednesday, January 8- Rising 7th and 8th Curriculum Night 
• Friday, January 17- CVHS 8th Grade Field Trip 

Want To Support Our Teachers? 

As we approach the winter break, we want to take a moment to show our appreciation for the amazing teachers here at Liberty Middle School! To send them off with gratitude, we are hosting a Teachers Winter Celebration on Thursday, December 19th. This event is a chance for us to express our thanks and celebrate all their hard work before we meet again in January.

To make this event even more special, we are inviting families to donate gift cards to be raffled off during the gathering. Any amount, starting as low as $5, would be greatly appreciated. Your contributions will allow us to offer a fun and thoughtful gesture of appreciation to our dedicated staff of 102 teachers.

Please drop off gift cards at the main office or send them with your student in a sealed envelope to be delivered to the main office by Monday, December 16th.

Suggested Gift Cards: 

• Starbucks

• Amazon 

• Kindle

• Target

• Chickfila

• Chipotle

• Dunkin Donuts

• Macy’s

• Michael’s

• Hobby Lobby

• Cinemark

• Regal

• Walmart

• Crumbl

• Any local eateries

• Visa, Master, American Express

Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to giving back to our incredible teachers.

Centreville High School Academic Advising Field Trip (8TH GRADE ONLY)

On Friday, January 17th 8th Grade students will be visiting Centreville High School for an Academic Advising Field Trip. Students will be taking a building tour, hearing about 9th Grade course options and attending an Electives Fair and an Activities Fair. ​​​​​​​In order to participate in the Field Trip a Parent/Guardian must complete the online permission slip:

LINK TO COMPLETE ONLINE PERMISSION SLIP

 

If you are unable to complete or access the online form please contact Raychal Hart [email protected].

Thank you!

Liberty Middle School PTA Thank you to the many families that participated in Drive-in Movie Night Last Week and Supported LMS at the Domino Spirit Night Yesterday!

 

Department of the Month: Specialist

Please consider supporting our great educators this month by purchasing items from their classroom wish lists:

• Maggie Wickham's Wish List: Librarian
• Holly Taylor's Classroom Wish List: Orchestra
• Namju Chong's Classroom Wish List: Korean Teacher

Events coming up: Color Street Fundraiser:

20% of sales will be donated to the LMS PTA! Shop under the Beaty Social: LMS PTA Fundraiser. Click here to shop.

This fundraiser is brought to you by Michelle Winston, Independent Color Street Stylist, LMS parent, and PTA volunteer.

  Taco Bamba Spirit Night in Fairfax, Braddock Rd: Tuesday January 14, 2025

Dine-in: Mention "GIVE20" or Liberty Middle School when ordering

Take-out: Order online and use code "GIVE20" at checkout

  ATTENTION: There will be NO DECEMBER PTA MEETING- See you in January! Save the Date for our Paint Night Event: January 17, 2025, from 5-8 P.M. Price is $35/person

Come with the whole family or drop off your children with us!

Reserve your spot by signing -up today!

 

Not a Member Yet?

Click to join the PTA today

Stay Connected and Follow us on Social Media:   PTA Sponsors: After-School Program: There will be no After-School 12/19 and 12/20. Liberty FBLA Food & Clothing Drive: Liberty Library Amazon Wishlist:

Please consider helping the Liberty Library by purchasing off our Amazon wish list. Students love to use these items in the library makerspace and during lunches. Additionally, if you have MagnaTiles or PicassoTiles that your family is no longer using, I would love them for the library!

Click here for Amazon Wishlist!

Materials Review Committee

We are seeking parent volunteers to serve on our Materials Review Committee. Committee members will read or watch the texts that teachers submit for approval to ensure that it is age appropriate for students. We will also meet monthly to discuss the texts prior to completing the required forms.

 

Please reach out to Maggie Wickham at [email protected] if interested in serving on the committee this year.

Free and Reduced-Price Meals: 

Learn more about the criteria and process to apply for free or reduced-price breakfast and lunch.

If you have children eligible for the federal Free and Reduced-Price Meals program, they may also be eligible to participate in other Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) fee-based programs without paying a fee or by paying a reduced fee (e.g fees associated with elective classes).

To learn more and apply online click here : https://www.fcps.edu/frm

The free and reduced-price meals application also includes a section where you provide consent to share information allowing FCPS staff (School Principal, school counselors and other FCPS program staff) to share information about your children's meal eligibility status.

Information received by FCPS staff will only be used for the purposes described in the application.

Questions or Concerns?

If you have any questions regarding resources like food and family assistance, please contact Sarah Hughes, School Social Worker at [email protected] or visit our Social Worker Page. 

Helpful Resources

• Get more information about food distribution
• Watch this video to learn how to set up SIS ParentVUE
• Liberty MS Staff Directory
• Technology Help Desk:1-833-921-3277

LMS Administrative Team

Principal: Adam Erbrecht  |  [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Gregory Hall |  [email protected] 

Assistant Principal: Jennifer Filsinger | [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Sarah Letina |  [email protected]

Director of Student Services: Valerie Peters |  [email protected]

6801 Union Mill Road, Clifton, VA 20124 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Main Office: 703-988-8100 | Attendance:703-988-8181

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

The Liberty Ledger

Providing students and parents with the important updates and report of events happening at LMS.

Important Dates:

• December 23 - January 3 - School Closed (Winter Break)
• Wednesday, January 8- Rising 7th and 8th Curriculum Night 
• Friday, January 17- CVHS 8th Grade Field Trip 

Want To Support Our Teachers? 

As we approach the winter break, we want to take a moment to show our appreciation for the amazing teachers here at Liberty Middle School! To send them off with gratitude, we are hosting a Teachers Winter Celebration on Thursday, December 19th. This event is a chance for us to express our thanks and celebrate all their hard work before we meet again in January.

To make this event even more special, we are inviting families to donate gift cards to be raffled off during the gathering. Any amount, starting as low as $5, would be greatly appreciated. Your contributions will allow us to offer a fun and thoughtful gesture of appreciation to our dedicated staff of 102 teachers.

Please drop off gift cards at the main office or send them with your student in a sealed envelope to be delivered to the main office by Monday, December 16th.

Suggested Gift Cards: 

• Starbucks

• Amazon 

• Kindle

• Target

• Chickfila

• Chipotle

• Dunkin Donuts

• Macy’s

• Michael’s

• Hobby Lobby

• Cinemark

• Regal

• Walmart

• Crumbl

• Any local eateries

• Visa, Master, American Express

Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to giving back to our incredible teachers.

Centreville High School Academic Advising Field Trip (8TH GRADE ONLY)

On Friday, January 17th 8th Grade students will be visiting Centreville High School for an Academic Advising Field Trip. Students will be taking a building tour, hearing about 9th Grade course options and attending an Electives Fair and an Activities Fair. ​​​​​​​In order to participate in the Field Trip a Parent/Guardian must complete the online permission slip:

LINK TO COMPLETE ONLINE PERMISSION SLIP

 

If you are unable to complete or access the online form please contact Raychal Hart [email protected].

Thank you!

Liberty Middle School PTA Thank you to the many families that participated in Drive-in Movie Night Last Week and Supported LMS at the Domino Spirit Night Yesterday!

 

Department of the Month: Specialist

Please consider supporting our great educators this month by purchasing items from their classroom wish lists:

• Maggie Wickham's Wish List: Librarian
• Holly Taylor's Classroom Wish List: Orchestra

Events coming up: Color Street Fundraiser:

20% of sales will be donated to the LMS PTA! Shop under the Beaty Social: LMS PTA Fundraiser. Click here to shop.

This fundraiser is brought to you by Michelle Winston, Independent Color Street Stylist, LMS parent, and PTA volunteer.

Panda Express Spirit Night: Order online using 379196 in the fundraiser code box or in person by showing the paper flyer (printed or on your phone).   ATTENTION: There will be NO DECEMBER PTA MEETING- See you in January! Save the Date for our Paint Night Event: January 17, 2025, from 5-8 P.M. Price is $35/person

Come with the whole family or drop off your children with us!

Reserve your spot by signing -up today!

 

Not a Member Yet?

Click to join the PTA today

Stay Connected and Follow us on Social Media:   PTA Sponsors: After-School Program: Liberty Library Amazon Wishlist:

Please consider helping the Liberty Library by purchasing off our Amazon wish list. Students love to use these items in the library makerspace and during lunches. Additionally, if you have MagnaTiles or PicassoTiles that your family is no longer using, I would love them for the library!

Click here for Amazon Wishlist!

Materials Review Committee

We are seeking parent volunteers to serve on our Materials Review Committee. Committee members will read or watch the texts that teachers submit for approval to ensure that it is age appropriate for students. We will also meet monthly to discuss the texts prior to completing the required forms.

 

Please reach out to Maggie Wickham at [email protected] if interested in serving on the committee this year.

Parent Project workshop at Centreville High school Free and Reduced-Price Meals: 

Learn more about the criteria and process to apply for free or reduced-price breakfast and lunch.

If you have children eligible for the federal Free and Reduced-Price Meals program, they may also be eligible to participate in other Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) fee-based programs without paying a fee or by paying a reduced fee (e.g fees associated with elective classes).

To learn more and apply online click here : https://www.fcps.edu/frm

The free and reduced-price meals application also includes a section where you provide consent to share information allowing FCPS staff (School Principal, school counselors and other FCPS program staff) to share information about your children's meal eligibility status.

Information received by FCPS staff will only be used for the purposes described in the application.

Questions or Concerns?

If you have any questions regarding resources like food and family assistance, please contact Sarah Hughes, School Social Worker at [email protected] or visit our Social Worker Page. 

Helpful Resources

• Get more information about food distribution
• Watch this video to learn how to set up SIS ParentVUE
• Liberty MS Staff Directory
• Technology Help Desk:1-833-921-3277

LMS Administrative Team

Principal: Adam Erbrecht  |  [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Gregory Hall |  [email protected] 

Assistant Principal: Jennifer Filsinger | [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Sarah Letina |  [email protected]

Director of Student Services: Valerie Peters |  [email protected]

6801 Union Mill Road, Clifton, VA 20124 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Main Office: 703-988-8100 | Attendance:703-988-8181

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

The Liberty Ledger

Providing students and parents with the important updates and report of events happening at LMS.

Important Dates:

• Tuesday, November 26- Impact Aid Forms Due (Paper Forms)
• November 27-29 School Closed (Student Holiday)

Want To Support Our Teachers? 

As we approach the winter break, we want to take a moment to show our appreciation for the amazing teachers here at Liberty Middle School! To send them off with gratitude, we are hosting a Teachers Winter Celebration on Thursday, December 19th. This event is a chance for us to express our thanks and celebrate all their hard work before we meet again in January.

To make this event even more special, we are inviting families to donate gift cards to be raffled off during the gathering. Any amount, starting as low as $5, would be greatly appreciated. Your contributions will allow us to offer a fun and thoughtful gesture of appreciation to our dedicated staff of 102 teachers.

Please drop off gift cards at the main office or send them with your student in a sealed envelope to be delivered to the main office by Monday, December 16th.

Suggested Gift Cards: 

• Starbucks

• Amazon 

• Kindle

• Target

• Chickfila

• Chipotle

• Dunkin Donuts

• Macy’s

• Michael’s

• Hobby Lobby

• Cinemark

• Regal

• Walmart

• Crumbl

• Any local eateries

• Visa, Master, American Express

Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to giving back to our incredible teachers.

Liberty Middle School PTA Thank you to the many families that participated in Drive-in Movie Night Last Week and Supported LMS at the Domino Spirit Night Yesterday!

 

Department of the Month: Mathematics Please consider supporting our great math educators by purchasing items from their classroom wish lists:

• Mr. Louis Nichas’ Classroom Wish List: Pre-Algebra and Geometry

• Mrs. Kristina Yeany’s Classroom Wish List: 7th and 8th grade Math

• Ms. Goitia’s Classroom Wish List: 7th and 8th grade Math

• Ms. Erin Murray’s Classroom Wish List: Math 7 and Algebra

• Ms. Kamiyama’s Classroom Wish List: Math 7 and Math 7 Honor

 

Events coming up: LMS Ornament/Suncatcher Fundraiser- Order by 12/1: Purchase your 2024 Personalized LMS Ornament/Suncatcher as a keepsake or as a gift to share! Scan the QR code to order. Price: $15. Panda Express Spirit Night: Order online using 379196 in the fundraiser code box or in person by showing the paper flyer (printed or on your phone).   Not a Member Yet?

Click to join the PTA today

Stay Connected and Follow us on Social Media:   PTA Sponsors: After-School Program:   Reminder: No After-School Program next week. Have a great break! Impact Aid:  Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey

For any families who have not completed the survey in ParentVUE, your student will be provided with paper forms on Monday, November 18.

Paper forms should be returned by Tuesday, November 16.

Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important. Information from this survey resulted in more than $4 million in funding last year from the U.S. Department of Education. These funds are used to support all Fairfax County public schools and centers.

For more information, please watch this video on Impact Aid and visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page.

Handwashing:

Liberty Middle Families,

As we approach the winter season, we want to remind everyone of the importance of good hand hygiene in helping keep our community healthy and safe. During this busy time, it's especially important that students practice the following key hygiene habits:

• Wash Hands Frequently: Encourage your student to wash their hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially before eating, after using the restroom, and after coughing, sneezing, or blowing their nose.

• Use Hand Sanitizer: When soap and water aren’t available, please ensure your child uses alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol content. (Please feel free to allow your student to carry their own personal sanitizer to school or use one of the sanitation stations in the hallways, clinic, and cafeteria. )

• Cover Coughs and Sneezes: Remind students to cover their mouth and nose with a tissue or their elbow when coughing or sneezing. Discard tissues in a wastebasket and wash hands immediately.

• Avoid Touching the Face: Help students avoid touching their eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands to reduce the spread of germs.

At Liberty Middle, we are reinforcing these practices with our students to ensure a healthy school environment as we transition into the winter season. Your support at home is key in making sure we all stay safe and well during this season. Thank you for working together to keep our school community healthy!

 

Together, we ROAR!

 

Adam Erbrecht

Principal

Liberty Middle School

Support Liberty Middle School Students with Supplies!

Dear families:

We are looking to build up our supply of board games and card games for indoor recess on rainy/wintery days, extension activities, and the after school program. If you have any new or gently used, age-appropriate games collecting dust, we would love to have them! You or your student can drop off games to the main office any time during regular hours (7:00 am – 3:00 pm). Please contact Jen Filsinger, Assistant Principal, via email ([email protected]) with any questions. Thank you for supporting our school and our students!

 

Sincerely,

 

Jen Filsinger

Assistant Principal

Liberty Middle School

Liberty Library Amazon Wishlist:

Please consider helping the Liberty Library by purchasing off our Amazon wish list. Students love to use these items in the library makerspace and during lunches. Additionally, if you have MagnaTiles or PicassoTiles that your family is no longer using, I would love them for the library!

Click here for Amazon Wishlist!

Materials Review Committee

We are seeking parent volunteers to serve on our Materials Review Committee. Committee members will read or watch the texts that teachers submit for approval to ensure that it is age appropriate for students. We will also meet monthly to discuss the texts prior to completing the required forms.

 

Please reach out to Maggie Wickham at [email protected] if interested in serving on the committee this year.

Parent Project workshop at Centreville High school Food For Neighbors

Hunger is an unwelcome guest this holiday season.

 

For many families in our school community struggling financially, providing daily meals is difficult and a special holiday meal can become a source of worry and stress. Help a local family know the joy of gathering together for a holiday meal. We’re partnering with Food For Neighbors to provide $50 grocery store gift cards to our most vulnerable families. Visit the Food For Neighbors’ website to learn how you can help. Thank you for your generosity.

 

Learn more here: www.foodforneighbors.org/home/holiday-meals/

Online Java Coding Course Free and Reduced-Price Meals: 

Learn more about the criteria and process to apply for free or reduced-price breakfast and lunch.

If you have children eligible for the federal Free and Reduced-Price Meals program, they may also be eligible to participate in other Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) fee-based programs without paying a fee or by paying a reduced fee (e.g fees associated with elective classes).

To learn more and apply online click here : https://www.fcps.edu/frm

The free and reduced-price meals application also includes a section where you provide consent to share information allowing FCPS staff (School Principal, school counselors and other FCPS program staff) to share information about your children's meal eligibility status.

Information received by FCPS staff will only be used for the purposes described in the application.

Questions or Concerns?

If you have any questions regarding resources like food and family assistance, please contact Sarah Hughes, School Social Worker at [email protected] or visit our Social Worker Page. 

Helpful Resources

• Get more information about food distribution
• Watch this video to learn how to set up SIS ParentVUE
• Liberty MS Staff Directory
• Technology Help Desk:1-833-921-3277

LMS Administrative Team

Principal: Adam Erbrecht  |  [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Gregory Hall |  [email protected] 

Assistant Principal: Jennifer Filsinger | [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Sarah Letina |  [email protected]

Director of Student Services: Valerie Peters |  [email protected]

6801 Union Mill Road, Clifton, VA 20124 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Main Office: 703-988-8100 | Attendance:703-988-8181

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

The Liberty Ledger

Providing students and parents with the important updates and report of events happening at LMS.

Important Dates:

• Tuesday, November 26- Impact Aid Forms Due (Paper Forms)
• November 27-29 School Closed (Student Holiday)

Want To Support Our Teachers? 

As we approach the winter break, we want to take a moment to show our appreciation for the amazing teachers here at Liberty Middle School! To send them off with gratitude, we are hosting a Teachers Winter Celebration on Thursday, December 19th. This event is a chance for us to express our thanks and celebrate all their hard work before we meet again in January.

To make this event even more special, we are inviting families to donate gift cards to be raffled off during the gathering. Any amount, starting as low as $5, would be greatly appreciated. Your contributions will allow us to offer a fun and thoughtful gesture of appreciation to our dedicated staff of 102 teachers.

Please drop off gift cards at the main office or send them with your student in a sealed envelope to be delivered to the main office by Monday, December 16th.

Suggested Gift Cards: 

• Starbucks

• Amazon 

• Kindle

• Target

• Chickfila

• Chipotle

• Dunkin Donuts

• Macy’s

• Michael’s

• Hobby Lobby

• Cinemark

• Regal

• Walmart

• Crumbl

• Any local eateries

• Visa, Master, American Express

Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to giving back to our incredible teachers.

Liberty Middle School PTA Thank you to the many families that participated in Drive-in Movie Night Last Week and Supported LMS at the Domino Spirit Night Yesterday!

 

Department of the Month: Mathematics Please consider supporting our great math educators by purchasing items from their classroom wish lists:

• Mr. Louis Nichas’ Classroom Wish List: Pre-Algebra and Geometry

• Mrs. Kristina Yeany’s Classroom Wish List: 7th and 8th grade Math

• Ms. Goitia’s Classroom Wish List: 7th and 8th grade Math

• Ms. Erin Murray’s Classroom Wish List: Math 7 and Algebra

• Ms. Kamiyama’s Classroom Wish List: Math 7 and Math 7 Honor

 

Events coming up: Join Us In-Person or Online:   Not a Member Yet?

Click to join the PTA today

Stay Connected and Follow us on Social Media:   PTA Sponsors: Impact Aid:  Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey

For any families who have not completed the survey in ParentVUE, your student will be provided with paper forms on Monday, November 18.

Paper forms should be returned by Tuesday, November 16.

Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important. Information from this survey resulted in more than $4 million in funding last year from the U.S. Department of Education. These funds are used to support all Fairfax County public schools and centers.

For more information, please watch this video on Impact Aid and visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page.

Support Liberty Middle School Students with Supplies!

Dear families:

We are looking to build up our supply of board games and card games for indoor recess on rainy/wintery days, extension activities, and the after school program. If you have any new or gently used, age-appropriate games collecting dust, we would love to have them! You or your student can drop off games to the main office any time during regular hours (7:00 am – 3:00 pm). Please contact Jen Filsinger, Assistant Principal, via email ([email protected]) with any questions. Thank you for supporting our school and our students!

 

Sincerely,

 

Jen Filsinger

Assistant Principal

Liberty Middle School

Liberty Library Amazon Wishlist:

Please consider helping the Liberty Library by purchasing off our Amazon wish list. Students love to use these items in the library makerspace and during lunches. Additionally, if you have MagnaTiles or PicassoTiles that your family is no longer using, I would love them for the library!

Click here for Amazon Wishlist!

Materials Review Committee

We are seeking parent volunteers to serve on our Materials Review Committee. Committee members will read or watch the texts that teachers submit for approval to ensure that it is age appropriate for students. We will also meet monthly to discuss the texts prior to completing the required forms.

 

Please reach out to Maggie Wickham at [email protected] if interested in serving on the committee this year.

Parent Project workshop at Centreville High school Food For Neighbors

Hunger is an unwelcome guest this holiday season.

 

For many families in our school community struggling financially, providing daily meals is difficult and a special holiday meal can become a source of worry and stress. Help a local family know the joy of gathering together for a holiday meal. We’re partnering with Food For Neighbors to provide $50 grocery store gift cards to our most vulnerable families. Visit the Food For Neighbors’ website to learn how you can help. Thank you for your generosity.

 

Learn more here: www.foodforneighbors.org/home/holiday-meals/

Online Java Coding Course Free and Reduced-Price Meals: 

Learn more about the criteria and process to apply for free or reduced-price breakfast and lunch.

If you have children eligible for the federal Free and Reduced-Price Meals program, they may also be eligible to participate in other Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) fee-based programs without paying a fee or by paying a reduced fee (e.g fees associated with elective classes).

To learn more and apply online click here : https://www.fcps.edu/frm

The free and reduced-price meals application also includes a section where you provide consent to share information allowing FCPS staff (School Principal, school counselors and other FCPS program staff) to share information about your children's meal eligibility status.

Information received by FCPS staff will only be used for the purposes described in the application.

Questions or Concerns?

If you have any questions regarding resources like food and family assistance, please contact Sarah Hughes, School Social Worker at [email protected] or visit our Social Worker Page. 

Helpful Resources

• Get more information about food distribution
• Watch this video to learn how to set up SIS ParentVUE
• Liberty MS Staff Directory
• Technology Help Desk:1-833-921-3277

LMS Administrative Team

Principal: Adam Erbrecht  |  [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Gregory Hall |  [email protected] 

Assistant Principal: Jennifer Filsinger | [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Sarah Letina |  [email protected]

Director of Student Services: Valerie Peters |  [email protected]

6801 Union Mill Road, Clifton, VA 20124 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Main Office: 703-988-8100 | Attendance:703-988-8181

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The Liberty Ledger

Providing students and parents with the important updates and report of events happening at LMS.

Important Dates:

• November 7- Make-up Picture Day
• November 8- PTA Drive-in Movie Night 
• November 11- School Closed (Student Holiday) 
• November 27-29 School Closed (Student Holiday) 

Liberty Middle School PTA

 

 

Department of the Month: Mathematics Please consider supporting our great math educators by purchasing items from their classroom wish lists:

• Mr. Louis Nichas’ Classroom Wish List: Pre-Algebra and Geometry

• Mrs. Kristina Yeany’s Classroom Wish List: 7th and 8th grade Math

• Ms. Goitia’s Classroom Wish List: 7th and 8th grade Math

• Ms. Erin Murray’s Classroom Wish List: Math 7 and Algebra

• Ms. Kamiyama’s Classroom Wish List: Math 7 and Math 7 Honor

 

Events coming up: Drive-in Movie: 11/8: 6:00 PM at the LMS Bus Parking Lot- Free to attend!   Spirit Night: 11/12: Domino’s Pizza at Centerville & Stone Rd. Use Code DN3 online to order or by phone.   Not a Member Yet?

Click to join the PTA today

Stay Connected and Follow us on Social Media:   PTA Sponsors: State of Attendance for Quarter 1

 

Liberty Middle School will again send out periodic updates on attendance data throughout the year. Before the end of the quarter, caregivers will receive an update with the number of absences their student has had so far this year as well as tardy data. All students’ caregivers who enrolled their student will receive this data, and it is not in any way meant to be a warning or an alarm—just an FYI. It will include resources to support your students should that be beneficial or needed. Thank you for your partnership.

Support Liberty Middle School Students with Supplies!

Dear families:

We are looking to build up our supply of board games and card games for indoor recess on rainy/wintery days, extension activities, and the after school program. If you have any new or gently used, age-appropriate games collecting dust, we would love to have them! You or your student can drop off games to the main office any time during regular hours (7:00 am – 3:00 pm). Please contact Jen Filsinger, Assistant Principal, via email ([email protected]) with any questions. Thank you for supporting our school and our students!

 

Sincerely,

 

Jen Filsinger

Assistant Principal

Liberty Middle School

Liberty Library Amazon Wishlist:

Please consider helping the Liberty Library by purchasing off our Amazon wish list. Students love to use these items in the library makerspace and during lunches. Additionally, if you have MagnaTiles or PicassoTiles that your family is no longer using, I would love them for the library!

Click here for Amazon Wishlist!

Materials Review Committee

We are seeking parent volunteers to serve on our Materials Review Committee. Committee members will read or watch the texts that teachers submit for approval to ensure that it is age appropriate for students. We will also meet monthly to discuss the texts prior to completing the required forms.

 

Please reach out to Maggie Wickham at [email protected] if interested in serving on the committee this year.

Parent Project workshop at Centreville High school Food For Neighbors

Hunger is an unwelcome guest this holiday season.

 

For many families in our school community struggling financially, providing daily meals is difficult and a special holiday meal can become a source of worry and stress. Help a local family know the joy of gathering together for a holiday meal. We’re partnering with Food For Neighbors to provide $50 grocery store gift cards to our most vulnerable families. Visit the Food For Neighbors’ website to learn how you can help. Thank you for your generosity.

 

Learn more here: www.foodforneighbors.org/home/holiday-meals/

Online Java Coding Course Free and Reduced-Price Meals: 

Learn more about the criteria and process to apply for free or reduced-price breakfast and lunch.

If you have children eligible for the federal Free and Reduced-Price Meals program, they may also be eligible to participate in other Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) fee-based programs without paying a fee or by paying a reduced fee (e.g fees associated with elective classes).

To learn more and apply online click here : https://www.fcps.edu/frm

The free and reduced-price meals application also includes a section where you provide consent to share information allowing FCPS staff (School Principal, school counselors and other FCPS program staff) to share information about your children's meal eligibility status.

Information received by FCPS staff will only be used for the purposes described in the application.

Questions or Concerns?

If you have any questions regarding resources like food and family assistance, please contact Sarah Hughes, School Social Worker at [email protected] or visit our Social Worker Page. 

Helpful Resources

• Get more information about food distribution
• Watch this video to learn how to set up SIS ParentVUE
• Liberty MS Staff Directory
• Technology Help Desk:1-833-921-3277

LMS Administrative Team

Principal: Adam Erbrecht  |  [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Gregory Hall |  [email protected] 

Assistant Principal: Jennifer Filsinger | [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Sarah Letina |  [email protected]

Director of Student Services: Valerie Peters |  [email protected]

 

6801 Union Mill Road, Clifton, VA 20124 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Main Office: 703-988-8100 | Attendance:703-988-8181

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The Liberty Ledger

Providing students and parents with the important updates and report of events happening at LMS.

Important Dates:

• Friday, October 25- Liberty PTA Trunk or Treat
• Thursday, October 31- Quarter End/ Early Release (Dismissal 12:15 pm)
•  Friday, November 1- School Closed (Student Holiday) 
• Monday, November 4- School Closed (School Planning Day)
• Tuesday, November 5- School Closed (Teacher Workday) 
• November 11- School Closed (Student Holiday) 
• November 27-29 School Closed (Student Holiday) 

Liberty Middle School PTA

 

 

Events coming up:

LMS Trunk or Treat (10/25): MORE CARS/VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO HOST THE EVENT!

We need your help to make it a spook-tacular success! 🎃👻. Show off your creativity and transform your vehicle into a Halloween wonderland filled with treats and fun activities or donate candy for the event. Sign up here to Volunteer or Donate!

 

Not a Member Yet?

Click to join the PTA today

  PTA Sponsors: Support Liberty Middle School Students with Supplies!

Dear families:

We are looking to build up our supply of board games and card games for indoor recess on rainy/wintery days, extension activities, and the after school program. If you have any new or gently used, age-appropriate games collecting dust, we would love to have them! You or your student can drop off games to the main office any time during regular hours (7:00 am – 3:00 pm). Please contact Jen Filsinger, Assistant Principal, via email ([email protected]) with any questions. Thank you for supporting our school and our students!

 

Sincerely,

 

Jen Filsinger

Assistant Principal

Liberty Middle School

Health Information Forms and Emergency Care Forms

We want to remind you of the importance of the Health Information Form (HIF) and the Emergency Care Information form for your child’s enrollment. These forms are essential for identifying students who may need healthcare support within our educational environment.

If you have a SIS ParentVUE account, you can submit these forms electronically through the Online Verification/Update packet. For families without a SIS ParentVUE account, these forms are available on the General Registration Forms page. If you need a ParentVUE account, please contact Victoria Reyes at [email protected].

State of Attendance for Quarter 1

Liberty Middle School will again send out periodic updates on attendance data throughout the year. Before the end of the quarter, caregivers will receive an update with the number of absences their student has had so far this year as well as tardy data. All students’ caregivers who enrolled their student will receive this data, and it is not in any way meant to be a warning or an alarm—just an FYI. It will include resources to support your students should that be beneficial or needed.

Thank you for your partnership.

Cross Country Volunteers

On Saturday 10/19 and 10/26, Liberty will be hosting cross country meets for the county. The meet will run in 2 stages from 8:00AM to Noon.  Your help is greatly appreciated supporting this event.  

The first groups will run from 8:00AM to 10:00AM and the second group of schools from 10:00AM - 12:00PM.  We need 18 volunteers around the course and to help lead students on bike as the Rabbit (ahead of students) and the Caboose (follow the last ones in).   Your help with this momentous event is greatly appreciated as we welcome over 200 students from across the county to Liberty. 

Please sign up for the time and choice of volunteer post.  We will try to accommodate you.  

CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER!

Music Department Chipotle Fundraiser!

The Liberty Music Department will have its Chipotle Fundraiser on Tuesday, October 29. Please consider supporting our music students and enjoy a night without cooking! Thank you all so much for your support!

Liberty Library Amazon Wishlist:

Please consider helping the Liberty Library by purchasing off our Amazon wish list. Students love to use these items in the library makerspace and during lunches. Additionally, if you have MagnaTiles or PicassoTiles that your family is no longer using, I would love them for the library!

Click here for Amazon Wishlist!

Materials Review Committee

We are seeking parent volunteers to serve on our Materials Review Committee. Committee members will read or watch the texts that teachers submit for approval to ensure that it is age appropriate for students. We will also meet monthly to discuss the texts prior to completing the required forms.

 

Please reach out to Maggie Wickham at [email protected] if interested in serving on the committee this year.

Parent Project workshop at Centreville High school Food For Neighbors

Hunger is an unwelcome guest this holiday season.

 

For many families in our school community struggling financially, providing daily meals is difficult and a special holiday meal can become a source of worry and stress. Help a local family know the joy of gathering together for a holiday meal. We’re partnering with Food For Neighbors to provide $50 grocery store gift cards to our most vulnerable families. Visit the Food For Neighbors’ website to learn how you can help. Thank you for your generosity.

 

Learn more here: www.foodforneighbors.org/home/holiday-meals/

Online Java Coding Course Free and Reduced-Price Meals: 

Learn more about the criteria and process to apply for free or reduced-price breakfast and lunch.

If you have children eligible for the federal Free and Reduced-Price Meals program, they may also be eligible to participate in other Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) fee-based programs without paying a fee or by paying a reduced fee (e.g fees associated with elective classes).

To learn more and apply online click here : https://www.fcps.edu/frm

The free and reduced-price meals application also includes a section where you provide consent to share information allowing FCPS staff (School Principal, school counselors and other FCPS program staff) to share information about your children's meal eligibility status.

Information received by FCPS staff will only be used for the purposes described in the application.

Questions or Concerns?

If you have any questions regarding resources like food and family assistance, please contact Sarah Hughes, School Social Worker at [email protected] or visit our Social Worker Page. 

Helpful Resources

• Get more information about food distribution
• Watch this video to learn how to set up SIS ParentVUE
• Liberty MS Staff Directory
• Technology Help Desk:1-833-921-3277

LMS Administrative Team

Principal: Adam Erbrecht  |  [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Gregory Hall |  [email protected] 

Assistant Principal: Jennifer Filsinger | [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Sarah Letina |  [email protected]

Director of Student Services: Valerie Peters |  [email protected]

 

6801 Union Mill Road, Clifton, VA 20124 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Main Office: 703-988-8100 | Attendance:703-988-8181

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

The Liberty Ledger

Providing students and parents with the important updates and report of events happening at LMS.

Important Dates:

• Friday, October 25- Liberty PTA Trunk or Treat
• Thursday, October 31- Quarter End/ Early Release (Dismissal 12:15 pm)
•  Friday, November 1- School Closed (Student Holiday) 
• Monday, November 4- School Closed (School Planning Day)
• Tuesday, November 5- School Closed (Teacher Workday) 
• November 11- School Closed (Student Holiday) 
• November 27-29 School Closed (Student Holiday) 

Liberty Middle School PTA

 

 

Events coming up:

LMS Trunk or Treat (10/25): MORE CARS/VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO HOST THE EVENT!

We need your help to make it a spook-tacular success! 🎃👻. Show off your creativity and transform your vehicle into a Halloween wonderland filled with treats and fun activities or donate candy for the event. Sign up here to Volunteer or Donate!

 

Not a Member Yet?

Click to join the PTA today

  PTA Sponsors: Health Information Forms and Emergency Care Forms

We want to remind you of the importance of the Health Information Form (HIF) and the Emergency Care Information form for your child’s enrollment. These forms are essential for identifying students who may need healthcare support within our educational environment.

If you have a SIS ParentVUE account, you can submit these forms electronically through the Online Verification/Update packet. For families without a SIS ParentVUE account, these forms are available on the General Registration Forms page. If you need a ParentVUE account, please contact Victoria Reyes at [email protected].

State of Attendance for Quarter 1

Liberty Middle School will again send out periodic updates on attendance data throughout the year. Before the end of the quarter, caregivers will receive an update with the number of absences their student has had so far this year as well as tardy data. All students’ caregivers who enrolled their student will receive this data, and it is not in any way meant to be a warning or an alarm—just an FYI. It will include resources to support your students should that be beneficial or needed.

Thank you for your partnership.

MWEE Chaperones!

Greetings!

We need chaperones to help with our MWEE (Meaningful Watershed Educational Experience). This year, Liberty Middle School 7th graders will be attending a watershed field experience on site. The experience is scheduled for Thursday, October 17, 2024 an Friday, October 18th, 2024. There will be 4 sessions over the 2 days, an AM session from 7:30-10:50 and the PM session from 11:20 until 2:10. Your student will attend on their corresponding science day.

If you are willing and able to help, please respond to Julie White ([email protected]).

Thank you - 7th grade Life Science Team 😀

Cross Country Volunteers

On Saturday 10/19 and 10/26, Liberty will be hosting cross country meets for the county. The meet will run in 2 stages from 8:00AM to Noon.  Your help is greatly appreciated supporting this event.  

The first groups will run from 8:00AM to 10:00AM and the second group of schools from 10:00AM - 12:00PM.  We need 18 volunteers around the course and to help lead students on bike as the Rabbit (ahead of students) and the Caboose (follow the last ones in).   Your help with this momentous event is greatly appreciated as we welcome over 200 students from across the county to Liberty. 

Please sign up for the time and choice of volunteer post.  We will try to accommodate you.  

CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER!

Music Department Chipotle Fundraiser!

The Liberty Music Department will have its Chipotle Fundraiser on Tuesday, October 29. Please consider supporting our music students and enjoy a night without cooking! Thank you all so much for your support!

Liberty Library Amazon Wishlist:

Please consider helping the Liberty Library by purchasing off our Amazon wish list. Students love to use these items in the library makerspace and during lunches. Additionally, if you have MagnaTiles or PicassoTiles that your family is no longer using, I would love them for the library!

Click here for Amazon Wishlist!

Materials Review Committee

We are seeking parent volunteers to serve on our Materials Review Committee. Committee members will read or watch the texts that teachers submit for approval to ensure that it is age appropriate for students. We will also meet monthly to discuss the texts prior to completing the required forms.

 

Please reach out to Maggie Wickham at [email protected] if interested in serving on the committee this year.

Parent Project workshop at Centreville High school Free and Reduced-Price Meals: 

Learn more about the criteria and process to apply for free or reduced-price breakfast and lunch.

If you have children eligible for the federal Free and Reduced-Price Meals program, they may also be eligible to participate in other Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) fee-based programs without paying a fee or by paying a reduced fee (e.g fees associated with elective classes).

To learn more and apply online click here : https://www.fcps.edu/frm

The free and reduced-price meals application also includes a section where you provide consent to share information allowing FCPS staff (School Principal, school counselors and other FCPS program staff) to share information about your children's meal eligibility status.

Information received by FCPS staff will only be used for the purposes described in the application.

Questions or Concerns?

If you have any questions regarding resources like food and family assistance, please contact Sarah Hughes, School Social Worker at [email protected] or visit our Social Worker Page. 

Helpful Resources

• Get more information about food distribution
• Watch this video to learn how to set up SIS ParentVUE
• Liberty MS Staff Directory
• Technology Help Desk:1-833-921-3277

LMS Administrative Team

Principal: Adam Erbrecht  |  [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Gregory Hall |  [email protected] 

Assistant Principal: Jennifer Filsinger | [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Sarah Letina |  [email protected]

Director of Student Services: Valerie Peters |  [email protected]

 

6801 Union Mill Road, Clifton, VA 20124 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Main Office: 703-988-8100 | Attendance:703-988-8181

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

The Liberty Ledger

Providing students and parents with the important updates and report of events happening at LMS.

Important Dates:

• Thursday, October 10- PTA Meeting 7:00 pm
• Monday, October 14- School Closed (Staff Development Day)
• Friday, October 25- Liberty PTA Trunk or Treat
• Thursday, October 31- Quarter End/ Early Release (Dismissal 12:15 pm) 

Liberty Middle School PTA

 

 

Events coming up:

Can’t attend in-person? Click here to join the meeting virtually (Meeting ID: 893 4709 3567; Passcode: 8jcHi4)

  LMS Trunk or Treat:

We need your help to make it a spook-tacular success! 🎃👻. Show off your creativity and transform your vehicle into a Halloween wonderland filled with treats and fun activities or donate candy for the event. Sign up here to Volunteer or Donate!

 

Not a Member Yet?

Click to join the PTA today

  PTA Sponsors: Tardies

Dear Parents and Guardians,

      We hope this message finds you well. We've noticed a significant amount of tardiness to first period, which can disrupt the learning environment for all students. To ensure that our students have the best possible start to their day, we kindly request your support in helping them arrive at school and class on time.

      Prompt and punctual attendance is essential for academic success. It allows students to fully engage in their lessons from the beginning and fosters a positive classroom atmosphere.

Here are a few tips to help your child arrive to school on time:

• Plan Ahead: Set a consistent bedtime routine and ensure your child has their belongings ready the night before.

• Transportation: If your child uses bus transportation, make sure that they arrive to the bus stop 5 minutes before the time they are set to get on the bus.

• Communicate: If there are any unexpected circumstances that may cause your child to be late, please let the school office know.

      As students arrive in the morning, the hallways can become a bustling hub of activity. Students are expected to head to the library or cafeteria in the morning or walk laps until class time. We have a two-minute warning song to let students know it is time to head to class. Some students linger in groups, chatting with friends and catching up on the latest news. However, those who don't follow expectations and get distracted by their friends often find themselves tardy to first period. When this happens, the hallways can become even more crowded, as students scramble to get to their classes on time.

 

      We encourage you to talk with your child about the importance of arriving to school and class on time and the impact it has on their learning. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or concerns. We are committed to working together to ensure the success of all our students.

      Thank you for your cooperation in helping us maintain a punctual and productive learning environment.

Together, We Roar!

Caitlyn Gomes

Dean of Students

Liberty Middle School

MWEE Chaperones!

Greetings!

We need chaperones to help with our MWEE (Meaningful Watershed Educational Experience). This year, Liberty Middle School 7th graders will be attending a watershed field experience on site. The experience is scheduled for Thursday, October 17, 2024 an Friday, October 18th, 2024. There will be 4 sessions over the 2 days, an AM session from 7:30-10:50 and the PM session from 11:20 until 2:10. Your student will attend on their corresponding science day.

If you are willing and able to help, please respond to Julie White ([email protected]).

Thank you - 7th grade Life Science Team 😀

Cross Country Volunteers

On Saturday 10/19 and 10/26, Liberty will be hosting cross country meets for the county. The meet will run in 2 stages from 8:00AM to Noon.  Your help is greatly appreciated supporting this event.  

The first groups will run from 8:00AM to 10:00AM and the second group of schools from 10:00AM - 12:00PM.  We need 18 volunteers around the course and to help lead students on bike as the Rabbit (ahead of students) and the Caboose (follow the last ones in).   Your help with this momentous event is greatly appreciated as we welcome over 200 students from across the county to Liberty. 

Please sign up for the time and choice of volunteer post.  We will try to accommodate you.  

CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER!

National Fire Prevention Week

October 6-13, 2024 is National Fire Prevention Week. All firehouses are open for visits on Saturday, October 12th. In fact, we're told that most houses welcome Saturday drop-ins year round, as well.

Did you know the chance of surviving a fire while in your bedroom is greatly increased when your bedroom door is tightly shut rather than open? You'll want to watch the video below that shows two bedrooms side-by-side before and after a fire. It is pretty astonishing.

Please read through to learn why you need to 'Close Before You Doze' and about other important safety measures you can easily implement. Our Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department will also provide free smoke alarms for your home.

Click here to read fire prevention article

Liberty Library Amazon Wishlist:

Please consider helping the Liberty Library by purchasing off our Amazon wish list. Students love to use these items in the library makerspace and during lunches. Additionally, if you have MagnaTiles or PicassoTiles that your family is no longer using, I would love them for the library!

Click here for Amazon Wishlist!

Materials Review Committee

We are seeking parent volunteers to serve on our Materials Review Committee. Committee members will read or watch the texts that teachers submit for approval to ensure that it is age appropriate for students. We will also meet monthly to discuss the texts prior to completing the required forms.

 

Please reach out to Maggie Wickham at [email protected] if interested in serving on the committee this year.

Parent Project workshop at Centreville High school Free and Reduced-Price Meals: 

Learn more about the criteria and process to apply for free or reduced-price breakfast and lunch.

If you have children eligible for the federal Free and Reduced-Price Meals program, they may also be eligible to participate in other Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) fee-based programs without paying a fee or by paying a reduced fee (e.g fees associated with elective classes).

To learn more and apply online click here : https://www.fcps.edu/frm

The free and reduced-price meals application also includes a section where you provide consent to share information allowing FCPS staff (School Principal, school counselors and other FCPS program staff) to share information about your children's meal eligibility status.

Information received by FCPS staff will only be used for the purposes described in the application.

Questions or Concerns?

If you have any questions regarding resources like food and family assistance, please contact Sarah Hughes, School Social Worker at [email protected] or visit our Social Worker Page. 

Helpful Resources

• Get more information about food distribution
• Watch this video to learn how to set up SIS ParentVUE
• Liberty MS Staff Directory
• Technology Help Desk:1-833-921-3277

LMS Administrative Team

Principal: Adam Erbrecht  |  [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Gregory Hall |  [email protected] 

Assistant Principal: Jennifer Filsinger | [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Sarah Letina |  [email protected]

Director of Student Services: Valerie Peters |  [email protected]

 

6801 Union Mill Road, Clifton, VA 20124 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Main Office: 703-988-8100 | Attendance:703-988-8181

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

The Liberty Ledger

Providing students and parents with the important updates and report of events happening at LMS.

Friday, October 4 Main Office Hours: 9:00 am- 2:00 pm. Important Dates:

• Thursday, October 3- School Closed (Student Holiday)
• Friday, October 4- School Closed (Teacher Workday) 
• Tuesday, October 8- Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology Orientation Event 6:00 pm
• Thursday, October 10- PTA Meeting 7:00 pm
• Monday, October 14- School Closed (Staff Development Day)
• Thursday, October 31- Quarter End/ Early Release (Dismissal 12:15 pm) 

Liberty Middle School PTA

 

♥♥Thank you LMS families for supporting our school last week at the Spirit Night: Panera Bread!  ♥♥

Events coming up: LMS Trunk or Treat:

We need your help to make it a spook-tacular success! 🎃👻. Show off your creativity and transform your vehicle into a Halloween wonderland filled with treats and fun activities or donate candy for the event. Sign up here to Volunteer or Donate!

Not a Member Yet?

Click to join the PTA today

  PTA Sponsors: FCPS World Languages Credit by Exam 2024 Earn World Language credits for demonstrating language proficiency! Registration Closes: Tuesday, October 8th (New Date)

 

About the FCPS World Languages Credit by Exam (WLCBE):

● The exam assesses language proficiency in languages other than English.

● Students who take the exam may earn up to three passing World Languages

credits for levels one, two, and/or three for the language of the exam.

● The credits may fulfill the world languages requirements for the Advanced

Studies Diploma.

● The FCPS World Languages Credit Exam is also an approved assessment for

awarding the Virginia Department of Education’s Seal of Biliteracy.

● The exam is offered one time per school year for the languages listed on the

FCPS World Languages Credit by Exam website (see below).

● A student may participate in the exam two times per language, once per year,

between grades 7 through 12. In other words, students have two chances per

language to earn credits by taking the exam.

 

Registration:

To register, return this parental consent form to your school counselor. Registration is open now and closes at 4:00 p.m. on October 8th. 2024. Late registrations will not be accepted.

FCPS World Languages Credit by Exam Administration:

 

World Language Credit by Exam Link

 

If you have any questions, please contact your school counselor.

Raychal Hart ([email protected]) Pride/Wizards

Shirley Alvarez-Leon ([email protected]) Patriots/Comets

Rachael Lee ([email protected])   Explorers

Scott Steele ([email protected]) Navigators/Eagles

Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST) Orientation Event

Join us on October 8th from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM at Liberty Middle School for an exciting orientation hosted by Thomas Jefferson High School! This event is a great opportunity for our current 8th graders to learn more about future high school experiences. Discover the unique programs, extracurricular activities, and academic opportunities that Thomas Jefferson High School has to offer. They also discuss the application process and important dates to help you prepare. Don't miss this chance to get a head start on your high school journey!

Please respond to the Google Form if you plan to join us.

SEL Screener:

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) believes in supporting social and emotional learning (SEL) for all students. In FCPS, students use a tool called the SEL Screener to think about their own SEL skills and experiences at school. Liberty Middle School students in grades 7th and 8th grade will be participating in the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener in the Fall and Spring. 

After each screening, results are available in the Documents tab of SIS ParentVUE and mailed to families without a ParentVUE account. For more information about the SEL Screener including information on opting out please see the attached Parent Notification. You can also learn more on the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage.

 

             FCPS Parent Notification and Opt Out Packet

            Parent Digital Consent Application

                Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage

 

 

Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-English.pdf 

Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-Arabic.pdf 

Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-Chinese.pdf 

Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-Korean.pdf 

Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-Spanish.pdf 

Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-Urdu.pdf 

Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-Vietnamese.pdf

Tardies

Dear Parents and Guardians,

      We hope this message finds you well. We've noticed a significant amount of tardiness to first period, which can disrupt the learning environment for all students. To ensure that our students have the best possible start to their day, we kindly request your support in helping them arrive at school and class on time.

      Prompt and punctual attendance is essential for academic success. It allows students to fully engage in their lessons from the beginning and fosters a positive classroom atmosphere.

Here are a few tips to help your child arrive to school on time:

• Plan Ahead: Set a consistent bedtime routine and ensure your child has their belongings ready the night before.

• Transportation: If your child uses bus transportation, make sure that they arrive to the bus stop 5 minutes before the time they are set to get on the bus.

• Communicate: If there are any unexpected circumstances that may cause your child to be late, please let the school office know.

      As students arrive in the morning, the hallways can become a bustling hub of activity. Students are expected to head to the library or cafeteria in the morning or walk laps until class time. We have a two-minute warning song to let students know it is time to head to class. Some students linger in groups, chatting with friends and catching up on the latest news. However, those who don't follow expectations and get distracted by their friends often find themselves tardy to first period. When this happens, the hallways can become even more crowded, as students scramble to get to their classes on time.

 

      We encourage you to talk with your child about the importance of arriving to school and class on time and the impact it has on their learning. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or concerns. We are committed to working together to ensure the success of all our students.

      Thank you for your cooperation in helping us maintain a punctual and productive learning environment.

Together, We Roar!

Caitlyn Gomes

Dean of Students

Liberty Middle School

Liberty Library Amazon Wishlist:

Please consider helping the Liberty Library by purchasing off our Amazon wish list. Students love to use these items in the library makerspace and during lunches. Additionally, if you have MagnaTiles or PicassoTiles that your family is no longer using, I would love them for the library!

Click here for Amazon Wishlist!

Materials Review Committee

We are seeking parent volunteers to serve on our Materials Review Committee. Committee members will read or watch the texts that teachers submit for approval to ensure that it is age appropriate for students. We will also meet monthly to discuss the texts prior to completing the required forms.

 

Please reach out to Maggie Wickham at [email protected] if interested in serving on the committee this year.

Parent Project workshop at Centreville High school Free and Reduced-Price Meals: 

Learn more about the criteria and process to apply for free or reduced-price breakfast and lunch.

If you have children eligible for the federal Free and Reduced-Price Meals program, they may also be eligible to participate in other Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) fee-based programs without paying a fee or by paying a reduced fee (e.g fees associated with elective classes).

To learn more and apply online click here : https://www.fcps.edu/frm

The free and reduced-price meals application also includes a section where you provide consent to share information allowing FCPS staff (School Principal, school counselors and other FCPS program staff) to share information about your children's meal eligibility status.

Information received by FCPS staff will only be used for the purposes described in the application.

Questions or Concerns?

If you have any questions regarding resources like food and family assistance, please contact Sarah Hughes, School Social Worker at [email protected] or visit our Social Worker Page. 

Helpful Resources

• Get more information about food distribution
• Watch this video to learn how to set up SIS ParentVUE
• Liberty MS Staff Directory
• Technology Help Desk:1-833-921-3277

LMS Administrative Team

Principal: Adam Erbrecht  |  [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Gregory Hall |  [email protected] 

Assistant Principal: Jennifer Filsinger | [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Sarah Letina |  [email protected]

Director of Student Services: Valerie Peters |  [email protected]

 

6801 Union Mill Road, Clifton, VA 20124 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Main Office: 703-988-8100 | Attendance:703-988-8181

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The Liberty Ledger

Providing students and parents with the important updates and report of events happening at LMS.

Important Dates:

• Wednesday, September 26- Parent Coffee
• Thursday, October 3- School Closed (Student Holiday)
• Friday, October 4- School Closed (Teacher Workday) 
• Tuesday, October 8- Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology Orientation Event 6:00 pm
• Thursday, October 10- PTA Meeting 7:00 pm
• Monday, October 14- School Closed (Staff Development Day)
• Thursday, October 31- Quarter End/ Early Release (Dismissal 12:15 pm) 

Liberty Middle School PTA

 

Announcement:

Vision Screening Volunteers Needed (No experience required)

Please consider helping out for vision and hearing mass screening: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BA8A92DA2F49-51261819-vision?utm_campaign+=&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery#/

Events coming up:

Spirit Night: Panera Bread at the Colonnade in Clifton: October 1st (use code: FUND4U for online checkout)

LMS Trunk or Treat:

Not a Member Yet?

Click to join the PTA today

  PTA Sponsors: World Language Credit Exam Register for the World Language Credit Exam

The World Languages Credit by Exam is an optional test for students in grades 7-12 who can speak and write (type) proficiently in a language other than English. Based on the results of the exam, they can earn 1, 2,

and/or 3 passing world language credits. The 2024 World Language Credit Exam will be administered at Liberty Middle School in November. Specific dates and classroom locations will be provided closer to exam days.

Registration is open now and closes on Friday, October 4th at 4 p.m. Late registration will not be accepted. Please click on the link below to get more information including the list of languages offered on the exam and how to register.

World Language Credit Exam Info

 

If you have any questions, please contact your counselor.

Raychal Hart ([email protected]) Pride/Wizards

Shirley Alvarez-Leon ([email protected]) Patriots/Comets

Rachael Lee ([email protected])   Explorers

Scott Steele ([email protected]) Navigators/Eagles

Parent Coffee: DATE CHANGE!!

Brewing Success:  Empowering Families with Resources for your Middle School Student”

Thursday, September 26th, 8:00 AM, Liberty MS Library

Join our Student Services Team for a parent coffee!  Our school counselors will share a rich blend of tools, programs, and strategies designed to support students on their educational journey.  The discussion kicks off with a focus on providing resources and stirring in the right ingredients for academic success. We will have a special guest from the Family Resource Center, Dr. Milman, to share additional resources. It’s a chance to discuss challenges, celebrate successes, and collaborate on brewing up the best possible support for each student.  So, grab your mug and join the conversation!  Please click on this link to RSVP and we look forward to seeing you on the 26th!

Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST) Orientation Event

Join us on October 8th from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM at Liberty Middle School for an exciting orientation hosted by Thomas Jefferson High School! This event is a great opportunity for our current 8th graders to learn more about future high school experiences. Discover the unique programs, extracurricular activities, and academic opportunities that Thomas Jefferson High School has to offer. They also discuss the application process and important dates to help you prepare. Don't miss this chance to get a head start on your high school journey!

Please respond to the Google Form if you plan to join us.

SEL Screener:

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) believes in supporting social and emotional learning (SEL) for all students. In FCPS, students use a tool called the SEL Screener to think about their own SEL skills and experiences at school. Liberty Middle School students in grades 7th and 8th grade will be participating in the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener in the Fall and Spring. 

After each screening, results are available in the Documents tab of SIS ParentVUE and mailed to families without a ParentVUE account. For more information about the SEL Screener including information on opting out please see the attached Parent Notification. You can also learn more on the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage.

 

             FCPS Parent Notification and Opt Out Packet

            Parent Digital Consent Application

                Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage

 

 

Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-English.pdf 

Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-Arabic.pdf 

Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-Chinese.pdf 

Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-Korean.pdf 

Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-Spanish.pdf 

Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-Urdu.pdf 

Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-Vietnamese.pdf

Vision Screening Volunteers:

Please review the available slots below for vision and hearing mass screening, Screening will be held during PE class period. No experience needed. Thank you for considering. 

Click here to volunteer!

Liberty Library Amazon Wishlist:

Please consider helping the Liberty Library by purchasing off our Amazon wish list. Students love to use these items in the library makerspace and during lunches. Additionally, if you have MagnaTiles or PicassoTiles that your family is no longer using, I would love them for the library!

Click here for Amazon Wishlist!

Materials Review Committee

We are seeking parent volunteers to serve on our Materials Review Committee. Committee members will read or watch the texts that teachers submit for approval to ensure that it is age appropriate for students. We will also meet monthly to discuss the texts prior to completing the required forms.

 

Please reach out to Maggie Wickham at [email protected] if interested in serving on the committee this year.

Free and Reduced-Price Meals: 

Learn more about the criteria and process to apply for free or reduced-price breakfast and lunch.

If you have children eligible for the federal Free and Reduced-Price Meals program, they may also be eligible to participate in other Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) fee-based programs without paying a fee or by paying a reduced fee (e.g fees associated with elective classes).

To learn more and apply online click here : https://www.fcps.edu/frm

The free and reduced-price meals application also includes a section where you provide consent to share information allowing FCPS staff (School Principal, school counselors and other FCPS program staff) to share information about your children's meal eligibility status.

Information received by FCPS staff will only be used for the purposes described in the application.

Questions or Concerns?

If you have any questions regarding resources like food and family assistance, please contact Sarah Hughes, School Social Worker at [email protected] or visit our Social Worker Page. 

Helpful Resources

• Get more information about food distribution
• Watch this video to learn how to set up SIS ParentVUE
• Liberty MS Staff Directory
• Technology Help Desk:1-833-921-3277

LMS Administrative Team

Principal: Adam Erbrecht  |  [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Gregory Hall |  [email protected] 

Assistant Principal: Jennifer Filsinger | [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Sarah Letina |  [email protected]

Director of Student Services: Valerie Peters |  [email protected]

 

6801 Union Mill Road, Clifton, VA 20124 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Main Office: 703-988-8100 | Attendance:703-988-8181

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

The Liberty Ledger

Providing students and parents with the important updates and report of events happening at LMS.

Important Dates:

• Tuesday, September 24- Picture Day (See schedule below)

• Wednesday, September 25- Picture Day (See schedule below)

• Wednesday, September 26- Parent Coffee (NEW DATE)

Liberty's Picture Day

Picture Day will take place on Tuesday, September 24th and Wednesday, September 25th.  Students will have their picture taken during their PE class as outlined below:

      Tuesday, September 24th - Periods 1, 3, 5, 7       Wednesday, September 25th - Periods 2, 4, 6  

 

We will be working with Lifetouch and will share more details as they become available.  If you are able to volunteer to assist with either or both dates, please complete this Google Form.  Questions can be directed to Sarah Letina, Assistant Principal, at [email protected]."

Liberty Middle School PTA

 

Thank you to so many families for supporting LMS last week at our Fire Safety Event and Bingo Night!

 

Did you Know we were a Box Tops for Education School?

Download the app here: https://btfe.smart.link/c2jjdifkw?referral_code=P7R07LNQ and use code P7R07LNQ to double the points earned for Liberty!

 

Not a Member Yet?

Click to join the PTA today

 

Events coming up:

· Next PTA Meeting: October 10th at 7:00 P.M.

· Trunk or Treat: October 25th (more info to come)

· Spirit Night: Panera Bread at the Colonnade in Clifton: October 1st

PTA Sponsors: World Language Credit Exam Register for the World Language Credit Exam

The World Languages Credit by Exam is an optional test for students in grades 7-12 who can speak and write (type) proficiently in a language other than English. Based on the results of the exam, they can earn 1, 2,

and/or 3 passing world language credits. The 2024 World Language Credit Exam will be administered at Liberty Middle School in November. Specific dates and classroom locations will be provided closer to exam days.

Registration is open now and closes on Friday, October 4th at 4 p.m. Late registration will not be accepted. Please click on the link below to get more information including the list of languages offered on the exam and how to register.

World Language Credit Exam Info

 

If you have any questions, please contact your counselor.

Raychal Hart ([email protected]) Pride/Wizards

Shirley Alvarez-Leon ([email protected]) Patriots/Comets

Rachael Lee ([email protected])   Explorers

Scott Steele ([email protected]) Navigators/Eagles

Parent Coffee: DATE CHANGE!!

Brewing Success:  Empowering Families with Resources for your Middle School Student”

Thursday, September 26th, 8:00 AM, Liberty MS Library

Join our Student Services Team for a parent coffee!  Our school counselors will share a rich blend of tools, programs, and strategies designed to support students on their educational journey.  The discussion kicks off with a focus on providing resources and stirring in the right ingredients for academic success. We will have a special guest from the Family Resource Center, Dr. Milman, to share additional resources. It’s a chance to discuss challenges, celebrate successes, and collaborate on brewing up the best possible support for each student.  So, grab your mug and join the conversation!  Please click on this link to RSVP and we look forward to seeing you on the 26th!

Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST) Orientation Event

Join us on October 8th from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM at Liberty Middle School for an exciting orientation hosted by Thomas Jefferson High School! This event is a great opportunity for our current 8th graders to learn more about future high school experiences. Discover the unique programs, extracurricular activities, and academic opportunities that Thomas Jefferson High School has to offer. They also discuss the application process and important dates to help you prepare. Don't miss this chance to get a head start on your high school journey!

Please respond to the Google Form if you plan to join us.

SEL Screener:

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) believes in supporting social and emotional learning (SEL) for all students. In FCPS, students use a tool called the SEL Screener to think about their own SEL skills and experiences at school. Liberty Middle School students in grades 7th and 8th grade will be participating in the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener in the Fall and Spring. 

After each screening, results are available in the Documents tab of SIS ParentVUE and mailed to families without a ParentVUE account. For more information about the SEL Screener including information on opting out please see the attached Parent Notification. You can also learn more on the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage.

 

             FCPS Parent Notification and Opt Out Packet

            Parent Digital Consent Application

                Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage

 

 

Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-English.pdf 

Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-Arabic.pdf 

Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-Chinese.pdf 

Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-Korean.pdf 

Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-Spanish.pdf 

Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-Urdu.pdf 

Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-Vietnamese.pdf

Vision Screening Volunteers:

Please review the available slots below for vision and hearing mass screening, Screening will be held during PE class period. No experience needed. Thank you for considering. 

Click here to volunteer!

Liberty Library Amazon Wishlist:

Please consider helping the Liberty Library by purchasing off our Amazon wish list. Students love to use these items in the library makerspace and during lunches. Additionally, if you have MagnaTiles or PicassoTiles that your family is no longer using, I would love them for the library!

Click here for Amazon Wishlist!

Materials Review Committee

We are seeking parent volunteers to serve on our Materials Review Committee. Committee members will read or watch the texts that teachers submit for approval to ensure that it is age appropriate for students. We will also meet monthly to discuss the texts prior to completing the required forms.

 

Please reach out to Maggie Wickham at [email protected] if interested in serving on the committee this year.

Free and Reduced-Price Meals: 

Learn more about the criteria and process to apply for free or reduced-price breakfast and lunch.

If you have children eligible for the federal Free and Reduced-Price Meals program, they may also be eligible to participate in other Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) fee-based programs without paying a fee or by paying a reduced fee (e.g fees associated with elective classes).

To learn more and apply online click here : https://www.fcps.edu/frm

The free and reduced-price meals application also includes a section where you provide consent to share information allowing FCPS staff (School Principal, school counselors and other FCPS program staff) to share information about your children's meal eligibility status.

Information received by FCPS staff will only be used for the purposes described in the application.

Questions or Concerns?

If you have any questions regarding resources like food and family assistance, please contact Sarah Hughes, School Social Worker at [email protected] or visit our Social Worker Page. 

Helpful Resources

• Get more information about food distribution
• Watch this video to learn how to set up SIS ParentVUE
• Liberty MS Staff Directory
• Technology Help Desk:1-833-921-3277

LMS Administrative Team

Principal: Adam Erbrecht  |  [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Gregory Hall |  [email protected] 

Assistant Principal: Jennifer Filsinger | [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Sarah Letina |  [email protected]

Director of Student Services: Valerie Peters |  [email protected]

 

6801 Union Mill Road, Clifton, VA 20124 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Main Office: 703-988-8100 | Attendance:703-988-8181

The Liberty Ledger

Providing students and parents with the important updates and report of events happening at LMS.

Important Dates:

• Thursday, September 12- PTA Meeting @ 7:00 pm
• Friday, September 13- PTA Bingo Night 
• Tuesday, September 24- Picture Day (See schedule below)

• Wednesday, September 25- Picture Day (See schedule below)

• Wednesday, September 26- Parent Coffee (NEW DATE)

Liberty's Picture Day

Picture Day will take place on Tuesday, September 24th and Wednesday, September 25th.  Students will have their picture taken during their PE class as outlined below:

      Tuesday, September 24th - Periods 1, 3, 5, 7       Wednesday, September 25th - Periods 2, 4, 6  

 

We will be working with Lifetouch and will share more details as they become available.  If you are able to volunteer to assist with either or both dates, please complete this Google Form.  Questions can be directed to Sarah Letina, Assistant Principal, at [email protected]."

Liberty Middle School PTA

Thank you to so many families for supporting LMS last night at Chipotle last night!

 

Upcoming Events: Fire Safety Night Thursday (9/12) 7pm LMS Cafeteria

We will be collecting donations for the Brice Family, and they will be there to thank our community for their support. Mr. Resendiz Region 4 Assistant Superintendent will also be in attendance. We look forward to hosting you and helping spread preparedness and information in case of an emergency.

  Bingo Night Friday (9/13) 6pm LMS Cafeteria: PTA families gain early entrance 5:30pm

We are thrilled to have so many people excited about bingo! We have tons of prizes to give away. Tickets are $5/per or $20/family of 4+

 

Food and Drinks will be for sale at the event. 

 

To ensure it is a successful and fun night we need more volunteers and donations:

 

Volunteers: 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B45A4AE2FA4F58-50551076-volunteer

Donations:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B45A4AE2FA4F58-51164587-snack#/

Presale Tickets:

https://app.givebacks.gives/lmsbingonight/Campaign/Details

PTA Sponsors: World Language Credit Exam Register for the World Language Credit Exam

The World Languages Credit by Exam is an optional test for students in grades 7-12 who can speak and write (type) proficiently in a language other than English. Based on the results of the exam, they can earn 1, 2,

and/or 3 passing world language credits. The 2024 World Language Credit Exam will be administered at Liberty Middle School in November. Specific dates and classroom locations will be provided closer to exam days.

Registration is open now and closes on Friday, October 4th at 4 p.m. Late registration will not be accepted. Please click on the link below to get more information including the list of languages offered on the exam and how to register.

World Language Credit Exam Info

 

If you have any questions, please contact your counselor.

Raychal Hart ([email protected]) Pride/Wizards

Shirley Alvarez-Leon ([email protected]) Patriots/Comets

Rachael Lee ([email protected])   Explorers

Scott Steele ([email protected]) Navigators/Eagles

Parent Coffee: DATE CHANGE!!

Brewing Success:  Empowering Families with Resources for your Middle School Student”

Thursday, September 26th, 8:00 AM, Liberty MS Library

Join our Student Services Team for a parent coffee!  Our school counselors will share a rich blend of tools, programs, and strategies designed to support students on their educational journey.  The discussion kicks off with a focus on providing resources and stirring in the right ingredients for academic success. We will have a special guest from the Family Resource Center, Dr. Milman, to share additional resources. It’s a chance to discuss challenges, celebrate successes, and collaborate on brewing up the best possible support for each student.  So, grab your mug and join the conversation!  Please click on this link to RSVP and we look forward to seeing you on the 26th!

School Wide Grading Policy:

For information on our School Wide Grading Policy please click the link: https://libertyms.fcps.edu/grading

Finance Park Field Trip Volunteers:

Next week September 16th ,17th ,19th  and 20th our 8th graders will be heading to Finance Park for a fantastic field trip that promises to be both educational and engaging. This experience will give our students a valuable opportunity to learn about personal finance in a hands-on environment.

To ensure the success of this trip, we are still in need of chaperones to accompany us. Your support not only enhances the experience for our students but also provides an extra layer of supervision and guidance.

Please see the information below for further details on how you can get involved as a chaperone. We truly appreciate your support and involvement in making this trip a memorable one for our students.

Thank you for your continued dedication to our school community!

SEL Screener:

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) believes in supporting social and emotional learning (SEL) for all students. In FCPS, students use a tool called the SEL Screener to think about their own SEL skills and experiences at school. Liberty Middle School students in grades 7th and 8th grade will be participating in the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener in the Fall and Spring. 

After each screening, results are available in the Documents tab of SIS ParentVUE and mailed to families without a ParentVUE account. For more information about the SEL Screener including information on opting out please see the attached Parent Notification. You can also learn more on the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage.

 

             FCPS Parent Notification and Opt Out Packet

            Parent Digital Consent Application

                Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage

 

 

Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-English.pdf 

Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-Arabic.pdf 

Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-Chinese.pdf 

Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-Korean.pdf 

Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-Spanish.pdf 

Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-Urdu.pdf 

Tests-SEL_Notification_of_Testing-Vietnamese.pdf

 

New Attendance Reporting Feature Launching in ParentVUE for 2024-25 School Year

FCPS is excited to announce an important update beginning with the start of the 2024-25 school year. Parents and caregivers will have the option to submit their student’s attendance directly through ParentVUE starting the first day of school, August 19, 2024.  This new feature aims to streamline the attendance reporting process and enhance communication between parents and schools. This change will make it more convenient for parents and schools to manage students' attendance while ensuring the highest level of security.

ParentVUE offers a more secure and reliable platform for managing students' attendance information.  ParentVUE will replace the current Attendance Forms, which will be discontinued at the end of the 2023-24 school year. 

 

ParentVUE access and assistance will be provided during Back-to-School events.

What Is Your Middle School Student Doing After-School? Liberty has MS Sports and plenty of fun! – It’s not too late to join!

Middle School Sports will start with Cross Country in the Fall!  Click on The Family-Student Registration Flow Chart link to learn the next steps to participate.

For more information about Middle School Sports and its requirements, access the FCPS Link listed here: Middle School Athletics

 

The Liberty After-School Program will have a staggered start in 2024-25 with lots of great opportunities for our students. 

Required for all students is the After-School Registration Form.   Please complete this if you haven’t already. 

Staggered Start to After-School:

• September 4th – Cross Country Interest Meeting and practice – Late buses will run at 4:30PM
• Week of September 9th – Basketball Tryouts for competition team and Cross Country only – Late Buses will Run Monday, Wednesday and Thursday
• Week of September 16th – After-School Interest Week – Students will have the chance to rotate through more than two programs on each day to learn about all of the opportunities on each day, learn their late buses and learn about the expectations and rules of After-School.  Attendance will be taken and each student will get a snack on each day they stay.  Late buses will run Monday, Wednesday, & Thursday.  Lions Den and Open Gym will occur on Tuesday.  This is a parent pick up only day.  The Friday activities will occur but whether there is late buses or is parent pick up only is still to be determined by the school board. 

We look forward to seeing all of our student AFTER SCHOOL for more fun and activities.  More information about the after-school program will go out next week in it’s own “News You Choose”. Your regular After-School Specialist, Sandy Donlon, is out on leave. If you have any questions, please contact Janise McIlwain, Interim After-School Specialist at [email protected]. 

Materials Review Committee

We are seeking parent volunteers to serve on our Materials Review Committee. Committee members will read or watch the texts that teachers submit for approval to ensure that it is age appropriate for students. We will also meet monthly to discuss the texts prior to completing the required forms.

 

Please reach out to Maggie Wickham at [email protected] if interested in serving on the committee this year.

FCPS Cares:

Want to show some love for your child's amazing teacher or staff member? Let's fill FCPS Cares with positive vibes! Submit your recognition today and let them know how much you appreciate their hard work.

Student Accident Insurance Program:

At the beginning of each school year, parents and/or guardians should be informed of the Student Accident Insurance Program, K&K Student Accident Insurance. Fairfax County Public Schools does not provide medical insurance for accidents that occur at school. Parents can purchase “at school” accident insurance or “24 hour” accident insurance (12 months a year). This is a low-cost insurance program for families to defray medical or dental expenses that results from an accident involving their child. More information can be found on the FCPS public site at Voluntary Student Insurance and on the FCPS Hub Student Accident Insurance Program.

Free and Reduced-Price Meals: 

Learn more about the criteria and process to apply for free or reduced-price breakfast and lunch.

If you have children eligible for the federal Free and Reduced-Price Meals program, they may also be eligible to participate in other Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) fee-based programs without paying a fee or by paying a reduced fee (e.g fees associated with elective classes).

To learn more and apply online click here : https://www.fcps.edu/frm

The free and reduced-price meals application also includes a section where you provide consent to share information allowing FCPS staff (School Principal, school counselors and other FCPS program staff) to share information about your children's meal eligibility status.

Information received by FCPS staff will only be used for the purposes described in the application.

Attendance: New Attendance Reporting Feature Launching in ParentVUE for 2024-25 School Year

FCPS is excited to announce an important update beginning with the start of the 2024-25 school year.  Parents and caregivers will have the option to submit their student’s attendance directly through ParentVUE starting the first day of school, August 19, 2024.  This new feature aims to streamline the attendance reporting process and enhance communication between parents and schools. This change will make it more convenient for parents and schools to manage students' attendance while ensuring the highest level of security.

ParentVUE offers a more secure and reliable platform for managing students' attendance information.  ParentVUE will replace the current Attendance Forms, which will be discontinued at the end of the 2023-24 school year. 

Questions or Concerns?

If you have any questions regarding resources like food and family assistance, please contact Angie Huber, School Social Worker at [email protected]

Or visit our Social Worker Page HERE

Helpful Resources

• Attendance Line: (Please see updated information above)
• Food Distribution: Get more information about food distribution
• SIS ParentVue: Watch this video to learn how to set up your account
• Staff Directory: Liberty MS Staff Directory
• Tech Tips:  Virtual Learning YouTube Tutorial Playlist
• Technology Help Desk:1-833-921-3277/ https://itweb.fcps.edu/itsupport/

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LMS Administrative Team

Principal: Adam Erbrecht  |  [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Gregory Hall |  [email protected] 

Assistant Principal: Jennifer Filsinger | [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Sarah Letina |  [email protected]

Director of Student Services: Valerie Peters |  [email protected]

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CVHS Home Football Game Updates and Expectations

We are excited about the start of the football season with our first home game of the season taking place this Friday, Sept 6th. It is always exciting to see students and the community show that Wildcat spirit!  We also want to make sure everyone is safe.  Please see the important updates and reminders below. Thank you for helping to ensure that we have a safe and positive sports environment at CVHS!  Go Wildcats!

Game Expectations

• Always represent CVHS in a positive sportsmanlike manner.
• No student backpacks or bags are allowed into the stadium, including handbags.
• No students under 9th grade will be permitted without their parent or guardian.
• CVHS students and fans must remain on the home side bleachers.

• Cheering must be positive in nature.  No foul language, negatively calling out specific players or numbers, and avoid yelling at the referees and coaches.

• No re-entry.  If you leave, you may not re-enter without paying.
• Students must depart school grounds quickly after the game.  Do not hang out.  Make sure your ride is ready to pick you up.
• Students must be dropped and picked up at Door 1, which is located at the flag poles in the bus loop. Student will not be permitted to be dropped off or picked up from the stadium.
• Any safety concerns or inappropriate behavior that occurs during the game should be reported quickly to a school official or FCPS police officer.

Student Game Drop Off and Pick Up

This year students must be dropped off and picked up at Door 1, which is located at the flag poles in the bus loop. Students will not be permitted to be dropped off or picked up from the stadium.  This is important to support better traffic flow and pedestrian safety.  Please see the map below.

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Main Office: 703-988-8100 | Attendance:703-988-8181

The Liberty Ledger

Providing students and parents with the important updates and report of events happening at LMS.

Important Dates:

• Thursday, September 5- PTA Meeting 5:30 pm
• Thursday, September 5- Back to School Night (6-8 pm IN PERSON)
• Tuesday, September 10- PTA Spirit Night @ Chipotle
• Wednesday, September 18- Parent Coffee

• Tuesday, September 24- Picture Day (See schedule below)

• Wednesday, September 25- Picture Day (See schedule below)

Back to School Night:

Student Schedules:

Please know your child’s first period teacher and classroom number. When you arrive to first period, the teacher will have a printed copy of your child’s schedule for you. The back of your child’s schedule will have the Back to School Night schedule and other important information.

Additional Events:

• The PTA will hold a General Membership meeting in the Cafeteria from 5:30 - 6:00 pm.
• ParentVUE account support will be available in the Library from 5:30 - 7:00 pm.
• FLE Parent Preview night will be held in the Library from 5:30 - 5:45 pm.

Parking: 

Please do not park across the street at St. Andrew’s Catholic Church. It disrupts the programming that they have occurring.

 

We have three options for parking that you may use:

1. Our main parking lots in both the Kiss N’ Ride side and in the bus loop itself.
2. Overflow parking on the side of the building by the loading dock.
3. On the sides of Union Mill Rd.

Liberty's Picture Day

Picture Day will take place on Tuesday, September 24th and Wednesday, September 25th.  Students will have their picture taken during their PE class as outlined below:

      Tuesday, September 24th - Periods 1, 3, 5, 7       Wednesday, September 25th - Periods 2, 4, 6  

 

We will be working with Lifetouch and will share more details as they become available.  If you are able to volunteer to assist with either or both dates, please complete this Google Form.  Questions can be directed to Sarah Letina, Assistant Principal, at [email protected]."

Liberty Middle School PTA

The first general PTA meeting will be Sept 5 at 5pm to vote on the budget for the year as well as listen to Anthony Drozd an eagle scout (and former Liberty Lion) presentation about his upcoming project and ask for funds from the PTA. We encourage members and non members to attend to understand where the dollars go for events and memberships as well as hear the Eagle Scout presentation-happy to welcome all Scouts in the area for that portion of the meeting.

 

In ordered to make this event a success we need donations of unused and new items like journals, flare pens, water bottles, backpacks, hoodies, cross body bags, shoes, lamps, decor, headphones, wireless keyboards, electronics, gift cards, anything else middle schoolers like. Prizes can be brought to the office during school hours clearly labelled Bingo Night for the PTA. Email [email protected] for pick up for prizes.

 

This is the link to order tickets, pre orders are HIGHLY encouraged due to limited numbers in the cafeteria https://app.givebacks.gives/lmsbingonight

Free and Reduced lunch families should reach out to their child's counsellor for tickets if they have no heard anything yet.

 

Thank you to the Nichols Real Estate Team for sponsoring this event.

PTA families will have early entrance, so join the PTA!

 

Thank you to all the families and community members who came out to support LMS at our first spirit night at District Eatz. Our next spirit night will be Sept 10, at Chipotle near the Multiplex!

Executive Board, Nominations, and Elections

There are still opportunities to sit on the executive board for the 24-25 SY. Interested? Email us at  [email protected] 

Upcoming PTA Events:   Click here to Volunteer for Bingo Night!

 

PTA Sponsors: Parent Coffee: Brewing Success:  Empowering Families with Resources for your Middle School Student” Wednesday, September 18th, 8:00 AM, Liberty MS Library

Join our Student Services Team for a parent coffee!  Our school counselors will share a rich blend of tools, programs, and strategies designed to support students on their educational journey.  The discussion kicks off with a focus on providing resources and stirring in the right ingredients for academic success. We will have a special guest from the Family Resource Center, Dr. Milman, to share additional resources. It’s a chance to discuss challenges, celebrate successes, and collaborate on brewing up the best possible support for each student.  So, grab your mug and join the conversation!  Please click on this link to RSVP and we look forward to seeing you on the 18th!

New Attendance Reporting Feature Launching in ParentVUE for 2024-25 School Year

FCPS is excited to announce an important update beginning with the start of the 2024-25 school year. Parents and caregivers will have the option to submit their student’s attendance directly through ParentVUE starting the first day of school, August 19, 2024.  This new feature aims to streamline the attendance reporting process and enhance communication between parents and schools. This change will make it more convenient for parents and schools to manage students' attendance while ensuring the highest level of security.

ParentVUE offers a more secure and reliable platform for managing students' attendance information.  ParentVUE will replace the current Attendance Forms, which will be discontinued at the end of the 2023-24 school year. 

 

ParentVUE access and assistance will be provided during Back-to-School events.

What Is Your Middle School Student Doing After-School? Liberty has MS Sports and plenty of fun! – It’s not too late to join!

Middle School Sports will start with Cross Country in the Fall!  Click on The Family-Student Registration Flow Chart link to learn the next steps to participate.

For more information about Middle School Sports and its requirements, access the FCPS Link listed here: Middle School Athletics

 

The Liberty After-School Program will have a staggered start in 2024-25 with lots of great opportunities for our students. 

Required for all students is the After-School Registration Form.   Please complete this if you haven’t already. 

Staggered Start to After-School:

• September 4th – Cross Country Interest Meeting and practice – Late buses will run at 4:30PM
• Week of September 9th – Basketball Tryouts for competition team and Cross Country only – Late Buses will Run Monday, Wednesday and Thursday
• Week of September 16th – After-School Interest Week – Students will have the chance to rotate through more than two programs on each day to learn about all of the opportunities on each day, learn their late buses and learn about the expectations and rules of After-School.  Attendance will be taken and each student will get a snack on each day they stay.  Late buses will run Monday, Wednesday, & Thursday.  Lions Den and Open Gym will occur on Tuesday.  This is a parent pick up only day.  The Friday activities will occur but whether there is late buses or is parent pick up only is still to be determined by the school board. 

We look forward to seeing all of our student AFTER SCHOOL for more fun and activities.  More information about the after-school program will go out next week in it’s own “News You Choose”. Your regular After-School Specialist, Sandy Donlon, is out on leave. If you have any questions, please contact Janise McIlwain, Interim After-School Specialist at [email protected]. 

Materials Review Committee

We are seeking parent volunteers to serve on our Materials Review Committee. Committee members will read or watch the texts that teachers submit for approval to ensure that it is age appropriate for students. We will also meet monthly to discuss the texts prior to completing the required forms.

 

Please reach out to Maggie Wickham at [email protected] if interested in serving on the committee this year.

FCPS Cares:

Want to show some love for your child's amazing teacher or staff member? Let's fill FCPS Cares with positive vibes! Submit your recognition today and let them know how much you appreciate their hard work.

Student Accident Insurance Program:

At the beginning of each school year, parents and/or guardians should be informed of the Student Accident Insurance Program, K&K Student Accident Insurance. Fairfax County Public Schools does not provide medical insurance for accidents that occur at school. Parents can purchase “at school” accident insurance or “24 hour” accident insurance (12 months a year). This is a low-cost insurance program for families to defray medical or dental expenses that results from an accident involving their child. More information can be found on the FCPS public site at Voluntary Student Insurance and on the FCPS Hub Student Accident Insurance Program.

Free and Reduced-Price Meals: 

Learn more about the criteria and process to apply for free or reduced-price breakfast and lunch.

If you have children eligible for the federal Free and Reduced-Price Meals program, they may also be eligible to participate in other Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) fee-based programs without paying a fee or by paying a reduced fee (e.g fees associated with elective classes).

To learn more and apply online click here : https://www.fcps.edu/frm

The free and reduced-price meals application also includes a section where you provide consent to share information allowing FCPS staff (School Principal, school counselors and other FCPS program staff) to share information about your children's meal eligibility status.

Information received by FCPS staff will only be used for the purposes described in the application.

Attendance: New Attendance Reporting Feature Launching in ParentVUE for 2024-25 School Year

FCPS is excited to announce an important update beginning with the start of the 2024-25 school year.  Parents and caregivers will have the option to submit their student’s attendance directly through ParentVUE starting the first day of school, August 19, 2024.  This new feature aims to streamline the attendance reporting process and enhance communication between parents and schools. This change will make it more convenient for parents and schools to manage students' attendance while ensuring the highest level of security.

ParentVUE offers a more secure and reliable platform for managing students' attendance information.  ParentVUE will replace the current Attendance Forms, which will be discontinued at the end of the 2023-24 school year. 

Questions or Concerns?

If you have any questions regarding resources like food and family assistance, please contact Angie Huber, School Social Worker at [email protected]

Or visit our Social Worker Page HERE

Helpful Resources

• Attendance Line: (Please see updated information above)
• Food Distribution: Get more information about food distribution
• SIS ParentVue: Watch this video to learn how to set up your account
• Staff Directory: Liberty MS Staff Directory
• Tech Tips:  Virtual Learning YouTube Tutorial Playlist
• Technology Help Desk:1-833-921-3277/ https://itweb.fcps.edu/itsupport/

Connect with Us!

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LMS Administrative Team

Principal: Adam Erbrecht  |  [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Gregory Hall |  [email protected] 

Assistant Principal: Jennifer Filsinger | [email protected]

Assistant Principal: Sarah Letina |  [email protected]

Director of Student Services: Valerie Peters |  [email protected]

6801 Union Mill Road, Clifton, VA 20124 | Web | Twitter
Main Office: 703-988-8100 | Attendance:703-988-8181