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Student Holiday/No School: Friday, March 20
I see me in Reston: Wednesday, March 25
End of 3rd Quarter/2-hour Release: Friday, March 27
Spring Break: Monday, March 30 - Friday, April 3
Mark your calendars now for PTA mtgs: Apr 13, May 4, June 1.
SOL Testing Schedule
SOL Testing Schedule
SAVE-THE-DATES: SOL Testing Schedule
The SOLs are an important opportunity for students to demonstrate what they have learned and what areas they may still need support in. Please partner with us by encouraging your student(s) to do their best on each assessment. Our goal is to help students reach their full potential, and an accurate SOL score is an important data point in that mission.
All testing begins at 7:30am. Please avoid scheduling appointments on testing days and help your child arrive at school on time.
March 24: Integrated Reading and Writing (IRW- 8th Grade Only)
May 6: Reading 7 and 8
May 12: Physical Science (8th grade only)
May 14: Mathematics
More information about these assessments can be found on the webpage: SOL Tests in Elementary and Middle Schools (https://www.fcps.edu/node/42716). The Grade Level Tests webpage (https://www.fcps.edu/node/50045) outlines the division testing schedule for required assessments at each grade.
Student Services
Student Services
Rising 9th Grade Transition Field Trip
On Monday, April 13, our 8th graders attending Herndon, South Lakes, or Skyview High Schools will visit their respective high school. This is a wonderful opportunity for them to learn about high school life and student activities. Students received a permission slip this week and should return it to their Flex teacher by Wednesday, March 18. If you have any questions about this trip or your child’s high school placement, please contact their LHMS school counselor.
2026 Special Education Family Conference: Rescheduled
The 2026 Special Education Family Conference has been rescheduled to Saturday, April 18, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Marshall High School.
Updated conference details are now available on the Special Education Family Conference webpage. Please register for the event.
Prepare for Summer Learning and Fun for StudentsRegistration is open or will be available soon for summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.
Career and Technical Education and Institute for the Arts CampsCareer and Technical Education camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Robinson Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. Tuition assistance is available to FCPS families eligible for free or reduced meals.
CTE Summer Academy (CSA) is a week-long enrichment program that allows students in grades 6-11 to dive deeper into CTE program areas, develop skills, and begin career exploration. Watch this video about CTE camps. Registration is open for these programs through Friday, June 5.
Institute for the Arts (IFTA) is a two-week camp for students currently in grades 6-11. Students select from nearly 60 classes in art, dance, music, and theater. Rising freshmen have the option to take Health and PE 9 through IFTA as well!
Production Camp is a four-week summer theatre intensive for students in grades 6-11. Students in performance or technical theatre tracks rehearse, design, and build a musical in a collaborative atmosphere. The show is presented to the public at the end of camp.
New this year: Students in the above camps can also register for aftercare, which is available from 2 to 5 p.m.
Meet the PTA President - Janessa Valentine
Meet the PTA President - Janessa Valentine
A little about me: I am a Mom of 3, with one son currently in 7th grade at LHMS this year. I am also the LHMS Family Liaison and thoroughly enjoy my role working with families. I have held the position of either PTA President, Treasurer or Secretary in the past at the 4 different school districts I have been a part of, so I am very familiar with being on the board and the responsibility that comes with it. I believe the PTA plays an important role in the experience students and their families have at their school, and with teamwork, we can make their experience an amazing one.
I’m excited about this school year and intend to support all the fun events for our students, families, and teachers and show our community Panther Pride!
Sincerely,
Janessa Valentine
A Special Education PTA (SEPTA) is a PTA organization affiliated with the State and National PTA but specifically established to address the unique needs of special education, special needs, and disabled students and families.
Every month, SEPTA provides our community with a list of events to help special education families find the resources they need. All these opportunities are FREE unless noted. In most cases you must register if registration information is provided. Check out the SEPTA Monthly Calendar for helpful resources and upcoming events!
Message from the PTA President
Message from the PTA President
The PTA welcomes you to the Langston Hughes Middle School Panther Community! The Langston Hughes Middle School PTA strives to include all, help create community, encourage student activism, and support our teachers, students, and families.
As a member of the National PTA, Virginia PTA (VAPTA), and the Fairfax County Council PTA (FCCPTA), we have a shared mission: to make every child’s potential a reality by engaging and empowering families and communities to advocate for all children. We also support the Fairfax County Special Education PTA (SEPTA). Every child. One voice.
Reach out if you would like to talk about where you can fit it in. You can find me at president@lhmspta.com. We look forward to seeing you in the hallways of Hughes and helping our Panther POWER shine through!
Support LHMS PTA
Support LHMS PTA
Your time, talent, and treasure help us serve our community.
Your time, talent, and treasure help us serve our community.
Time: Attend our monthly PTA meetings, make a Costco run for teacher breakfast items, secure a speaker, or help deliver spirit wear.
Talent: Are you good with web design? Can you organize a PTA closet? Are you gifted in other languages to help our non-English speaking families? Do you have a knack for reviewing financials? Your talents can help expand the PTA’s skill set and reach.
Treasure: If you become a member or simply make a donation to the PTA, these funds help our programs thrive. Do you know of a local business that can contribute? Maybe your employer is generous to non-profit organizations. We graciously accept all help.
Our Principal
Our Principal
Dr. Herman Mizell became principal of Langston Hughes Middle School on July 1, 2023. The PTA enjoys a strong partnership with Dr Mizell. You can find more information about Dr. Mizell here.
Our School Board Representative
Our School Board Representative
Melanie Meren is the Hunter Mill District Representative to the School Board for Fairfax County Public Schools. She is also a Langston Hughes Middle School parent and PTA member. You can connect with Melanie here.
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