May 2, 2025

Greetings, Team Langston Hughes: 

I’m so proud of our Panthers! Today’s SOL Pep Rally was a HUGE success; our students and teachers had an amazing time celebrating together!

As we enter the final marking period, it’s hard to believe the last day of school—Wednesday, June 11th—is quickly approaching. Please take note of the following important reminders as we close out the 2024–2025 academic year:

• PTA Meeting – Monday, May 5^th at 7 p.m. We’re looking for parents who want to get more involved!  At Monday’s meeting, we will be accepting nominations for President and Secretary for the 2025–2026 school year. If you’re interested in serving—or just want to learn more—join us Monday night at 7:00 PM in the library. We’re planning to vote at the June meeting, so now’s the time to jump in!
• Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week – May 5^th–9^th:  Join us in celebrating our amazing teachers and staff. They go above and beyond every day, and we’re excited to show them how much they’re appreciated.
• Basketball Showdown – Friday, May 9^th at 6 p.m. Come out and cheer on our Girls’ and Boys’ Basketball Teams as they face Herndon Middle School right here at LHMS. Let’s bring the Panther Pride—loud and proud! Tickets are $5.00 at the door and will be sold during lunches.
• SOL Testing – May 6^th – May 14^th:  Standards of Learning (SOLs) assessments measure how students are learning the state standards. 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.  Click here to review our SOL schedule.
• 8^th-Grade Dance/Party – for LHMS 8^th Graders ONLY – Friday, May 30^th
• 7^th-Grade End-of-the-Year Awards and Honors (by invitation) – June 3^rd – 9 a.m.
• 8^th-Grade Moving-On Ceremony – June 4, 2025 – 7 p.m. – SLHS
• Laptop Collection – June 5^th and 6^th

Thank you, as always, for your continued support!

Yours in education,

Principal Mizell

Rising 9 Grade South Lakes Course Request Change Window

Students may request a course-level change for the 2025-26 school year. The request window is from May 5 to May 16. This will be your only opportunity to request a change in course level for next year. An example of a level change is English 9 to English 9 Honors. Elective courses may not be changed. Please reach out to your LHMS counselor if you wish to request a change.

Social Emotional Learning

This week, on Monday, your student described multiple parts or pieces of their self-concept.  Family Conversation Starter: Tell your student about the way you see yourself. Describe different aspects of your self-concept, such as the way you see yourself at work vs. at home. Ask your student to describe their self-concept, including how they see themselves emotionally, physically, socially, or at school.

Join the Appian Board Game Team!

It’s not too late to join the Appian Board Game Team. Our FINAL COMPETION will take place at the Appian Headquarters in McLean on Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 10am - 2pm.   This promises to be an exciting event with GREAT PRIZES.  We will be playing INGENIOUS.

 You must attend at least 2 team practices to compete. Appian Board Games meets Thursdays after school.  Please see Mr. Kyle or Ms. Boger for more info.  To join- Join our Schoology group. Click here https://lms.fcps.edu/groups -> join a group -> add the access code. Schoology Group Access Code 9M75-5TRC-C3WGX  

Don’t miss out on the fun!

Our choral program has been incredible all year! Help keep the energy and excitement alive for our Panthers by supporting their pop-up fundraiser:

https://popup.doublegood.com/s/uy12c23t

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