Farmwell Station News
April 16, 2021
SPRING MAP TESTING
FWS students will be taking MAP testing for math and reading. Teachers will inform students of the date/time and Google Meet codes for these tests.
- Distance learners will take tests online from home whether the test is on an asynchronous Monday or during class time between Tuesday-Friday.
- Hybrid students will take tests online from home if the test is on an asynchronous Monday and in-person at school if the test is between Tuesday-Friday.
Math MAP Testing
- Math 6 classes - 4/20 & 4/21, during Math class
- Branch's Math 7 classes - Monday, 4/19 from 9am-12pm (A Day Students) & Monday, 4/26 from 12pm-3pm (B Day Students)
- Pruitt's Math classes - 4/20 & 4/21, during Math class
- Hamdan, Polak & Regal's Math classes - Monday, 4/26 from 12pm-3pm
- Heck's Math class: 4/29 & 4/30, during Algebra class
Reading MAP Testing
- 6th grade - 4/27 & 4/28, during English class
- 7th grade - 4/22 & 4/23, during English class
- 8th grade - 4/27 & 4/28, during English class (Radow); 5/6 & 5/7, during English class (Read & Lufkin)
TECH SUPPORT CHANGES COMING
Starting April 20, all students (both hybrid and DL) and staff will get their tech support at FWS rather than making an appointment at an LCPS Hardware Repair Center. Please follow the steps below for all Tech Support:
- First, review the information on the FWS Technology Webpage as it will answer many of your questions.
- If you still need help, contact the LCPS Technology Support Center at 571-252-2112 between M-F, 8AM-5PM.
- If needed, email Lena Terry (Digital Experience Specialist at FWS) with questions.
- Distance Learner Students & DL Staff can book an appointment with Lena Terry at FWS: Student Chromebook Repair or Consult with Lena Terry
- Hybrid Students can fill out an E-hall pass while at school to see Lena Terry in the Tech Office.
- Hybrid Staff can email Lena Terry or book an appointment with Lena Terry
Click HERE to learn more about Tech Support at FWS.
ATTENTION: HYBRID PARENTS
- Hybrid students begin 4-day a week instruction and will come into school Tuesday through Friday beginning April 20.
- Parents - Please remind your students to fill out their LCPS Symptom Tracker every morning before they come to school.
- If your student is a bus rider, parents are encouraged to check their student's bus information in ParentVUE since changes may occur as hybrid students return 4 days a week.
DEADLINE IS APRIL 30
- Rising 7th & 8th Grade Parents - Please log into ParentVUE and review your student's course/elective selections for the 2021-22 school year. The deadline to make changes is April 30. Contact your student's counselor for any changes.
- Rising 9th Grade Parents - Broad Run High School will be in contact with you about your student's courses/electives for the 2021-22 school year.
FWS FALCON FUN
- Does your student need a brain break? Try one of FSMS Library’s new short, fun Buzzfeed type quizzes such as, “What type of pet should I get?” or “What’s your reading personality?” Several to choose from and adding more each week.
- You can find them on our library webpage on Quiz Time.
QUARTER 3 GRADES
- Quarter 3 grades will be posted in ParentVUE by 4pm on April 19. If you have questions or concerns, please reach out to your student's teacher(s) or counselor.
SPIRIT DAY
- Help support FWS by dropping by Chick-fil-a on April 20 between 8am-8pm.
- Mention FWS and 10% of the proceeds go to FWS.
- 44835 Lakeview Overlook Plaza
MYSTERY IS SOLVED!
- FWS students logged 405 books since March 8th and solved our 'Where is Oreo?' Reading Mystery.
- Congrats to our grade level grand prize winners:
Joanne Mannancheril - 6th
Abhay Sista - 7th
Ginny McGee - 8th
WHAT'S NEW IN TEEN SUBSTANCE USE
- The LCPS Student Assistance Team invites you to a virtual presentation: A parents' guide to understanding COVID-19's impact on teen substance use and strategies for supporting your student
- May 13, 6:30pm session. Click HERE for the meeting link
- Email Jennifer.Evans@lcps.org if you have questions.
LEGALIZATION OF MARIJUANA IN VIRGINIA
- LCPS Student Assistance Team invites you to a virtual meeting. They will provide a brief presentation and answer questions from parents about the law, marijuana and the teenage brain and how to discuss these topics with students
- April 29, 12:00pm session. Click HERE for the meeting link
- April 29, 6:00pm session. Click HERE for the meeting link
- Email Jennifer.Evans@lcps.org if you have questions.
DAMAGED CHROMEBOOK?
- Now is a good time to report any damages that have occurred to your student's LCPS Chromebook. Either make an appointment at the Hardware Repair Center in Ashburn (click HERE to make an appointment) or visit Farmwell's Tech Office in Lab3 if your student is a hybrid student.
SUMMER SCHOOL
- FWS will be hosting a summer skill recovery session in English and Math from June 28 to July 29.
- Invitations to this program will be sent home via email in April. If you have questions, please contact Kathleen.Pollock@lcps.org.
NEED A BOOK?
Hybrid students can request library books to be delivered to their English classrooms on their in-person days.
Distance Learning Curbside Pick Up:
Mondays 7:30am to 4:00pm
Wednesdays 8:30am to 3:30pm
Thursdays 8:30am to 3:30pm
FUN FRIDAYS
- Our next Fun Friday is Hat Day on April 23. Show us your coolest hat!
FREE MEALS FOR STUDENTS
WALK-UP SERVICE
- Meals can be picked up at FWS on Mondays through Fridays from 10:30am to 1:30pm at the B-3 entrance.
BUS STOP PICK-UP SERVICE
- Bus stop deliveries will be on Mondays only with all meals (breakfast, lunch, snack, dinner) for the week being delivered on Mondays. Families can find their nearest bus stop and delivery time by using the Interactive Map.
NEED HOMEWORK HELP?
- Broad Run HS Key Club is offering free online tutoring.
- Online sessions will take place through Google Meet using the student's school issued email address.
- More information and a sign up form can be found HERE.
WAYS TO SUPPORT FWS
You can make a difference!
- Shop at smile.amazon.com and designate Farmwell Station Middle School PTA as your charity.
- Join The PTA - Family Membership ($15); Staff Membership ($5)
Link your Harris Teeter VIC card to FWS - Fill out this Google Form and FWS will take care of this for you.
SPIRIT WEAR
- Show your school spirit and order today! Hoodies, long sleeved t-shirts, magnets, and more!
- When your order comes in, we will email you to schedule a pick up date/time at the school.
NEED TECH HELP?
- FWS Tech Website - a great resource for parents and students
- Troubleshooting Your Chromebook
About Us
Email: FWS-Secretaries@lcps.org
Website: lcps.org/farmwell
Location: 44281 Gloucester Parkway, Ashburn, VA 20147
Phone: 571-252-2320
Twitter: @LCPSFarmwell