LBSS Weekly News - September 10, 2026

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Hello Lake Braddock Community!

We had a wonderful time last night at the LB Pyramid Carnival and first home Varsity Football game. A huge thank you to our SGA and staff for organizing the Carnival—I saw many smiling faces!

And we say another huge thank you to our marching band, cheerleaders, dance team, and football players for their hard work preparing for opening night.

We also want to extend our sincere gratitude to all of our families for your cooperation and patience with our new safety protocols for this event. Please keep in mind as we travel to support our Bruins that all FCPS properties follow these same safety procedures for varsity football games.

Next Wednesday is our High School Back-to-School Night, and we look forward to seeing our high school families. 1st period will begin at 6:30 pm!

Go Bruins!

Lindsey Kearns

Important Dates

September 16 HS Back-to-School Night
September 17 & 18 HS Pictures
September 21 School Holiday - building closed

In this Issue

New Information
PSAT/SAT School Day
TJHSST Applications Open October 5

Class of 2027 News
Graduation
Student Photos

Athletics and Activities

FCPS News

Attendance Reporting Information

New Information

PSAT/SAT School Day

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!!  PSAT/SAT School Day is coming on October 7.  This will be an early release schedule for 7th and 8th grade students, 9th grade does not attend school, 10th and 11th are scheduled for the PSAT and registered 12th grade students take the SAT.  Details coming soon.

Applications Open Monday, October 5, for Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology

Eighth graders who have an aptitude and passion for STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) are encouraged to apply for admission to the Class of 2031 at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST).

The application will be available Monday, October 5, at 4 p.m. Applications must be started by 4 p.m. Wednesday, October 28, with a submission deadline of 4 p.m. Friday, October 30. Visit the TJHSST registration page for more information, including a schedule of upcoming information sessions at middle schools.

Reminders

Early Pick-ups

Please help us have your students ready if you are coming to pick up early, by either sending in a note or calling ahead of time. The phone numbers are listed below. 

Also, if you are picking up in the afternoon, please be aware that buses start lining up in our parking lot as early as 1:45.

Attendance Information

Here are our policies regarding attendance. The assigned offices and phone numbers are shown below.

If you need to report a full-day absence, please do one of the following:

  • report the absence through SIS ParentVUE (preferred)
  • call the Subschool Attendance line and leave a message
  • send a note with your child prior to the day of absence

If you need to report a late arrival:

  • call the Subschool Attendance line and leave a message

If you need to request an early pick-up, please do one of the following:

  • send a note with your child to deliver to the Subschool before 8:00 am (preferred)
  • call the Subschool office line and leave a message.
  • please note that parents/guardians of middle school students will be required to come into the Main Office to show ID.

We have a change in our Middle School Subschools this year: they are now assigned by alphabet instead of by grade:

  • Last name A-K is Subschool 1 (703-426-1110)
  • Last name L-Z is Subschool 2 (703-426-1120)

Student Photos

Our student photos days for 9th-11th grade are:

  • High School:  September 17 and 18

9th-10th graders will take their pictures during their PE classes and 11th graders will take their pictures during their English classes.

Pictures Available: Approximately two weeks after photo day

Pre-order Online: https://shop.imagequix.com/g1001416967

Questions about Ordering? Email us at underclass@vosphoto.com

Cell Phone Policy

Due to a new VA law passed earlier this year, FCPS has implemented a “bell-to-bell” phone-free policy across all grade levels. This means no cell phones, cell phone accessories, and smart devices (including AirPods, earbuds, headsets, and smart glasses) must be turned off and personally stored in a backpack or locker away by all students for the entire school day.

If you need to reach your student for any reason during the school day, please call their subschool and they will relay a message for you.

Class of 2027 News

Important Dates
June 2 -- Graduation

Senior Photos

The following dates are the last sessions we will have available here at Lake Braddock. A sign-up link will be sent 1-2 weeks before the session.

  • October 12, 2026 9:00 am-3:00 pm
  • November 2, 2026 9:00 am-3:00 pm
  • November 3, 2026 8:00 am-3:00 pm
  • November 10, 2026 9:00 am-3:00 pm (yearbook photos only)

If you have any questions, please email the Senior Portraits Team: at seniors@vosphoto.com. Please kindly include your senior's First and Last Name and "Lake Braddock SS Class of 2027" when emailing, for faster assistance.

Athletics and Activities

Athletics & Activities Website: https://www.lakebraddockbruins.com/

Follow Us on Social Media: Instagram: @LBAthletic & @LB_Activities

game bags

Home Football Game Information

Tickets: 

Seating, Parking & Entry:

  • Limited parking available, park in designated spots only.
  • Elementary and middle schoolers must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Entry through main gate at top of stairs or side gate by lower turf.
  • No re-entry.
  • Students must be picked up within 30-minutes of the end of the game.

What You Can Bring:

  • Clear plastic, vinyl, or pvc bags no larger than 12" x 6" x 12"
  • Small clutch bag no larger than 6.5" x 4.5"
  • Medical and diaper bags permitted but subject to inspection

What's Not Allowed:

  • Backpacks
  • Purses
  • Fanny packs
  • Tote bags
  • Outside food and beverages
  • Sporting equipment (balls, bats, sticks, etc.)
  • Any item prohibited by FCPS Policy, or determined by event staff to present safety concerns

Halftime Fun:

  • Enjoy performances by the LB Marching Band and Lake Braddock Varsity Dance Team!

Spectator Code of Conduct:

  • Be a good sport and show positive behavior.
  • No abusive language, alcohol, tobacco, or drugs.
  • Stay in your designated seat and off the field.
  • Respect players, coaches, fans, and officials.
  • Remember - it's about the kids! Let the coaches coach and officials officiate.
  • Follow directions from staff and security.
  • Failure to comply may result in removal from future games.
crew

Registration is open for the Lake Braddock Crew Team's FREE three-week Fall Rowing Program (Oct. 5-23), Winter Conditioning (Nov. 30-Feb. 19), and/or the Spring Racing Season (Feb. 22-May 8). Three programs, One registration form!

Want to hear more? Learn about our FREE three-week Fall Rowing program at the Fall Interest Meeting, Thursday, Sept. 17, 3:15 p.m., at the LBSS Lecture Hall, Room B135. (Students only)

Ready to register? Click here to sign up for any of the three programs: https://tinyurl.com/bdhxrhm2 or use the QR Code.

FCPS News

Superintendent Community Conversations

Join us for a series of Community Conversations that will be held across the school division. Share your thoughts with Dr. Reid and ask her questions. Click on the date to register for any of the following events:

Registration is not required, but it helps with planning. 

Reporting Discrimination or Harassment

FCPS is committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for people of all races, national origins, and ethnicities. Individuals experiencing harassment or discrimination should report the incident as soon as possible. 

Importance of Strong Attendance Habits

September is Attendance Awareness Month. Some of the ways parents can help their children create healthy routines and a habit of getting to school on time every day include:

  • Setting a regular bedtime and morning routine. (Need help? Download this checklist in English or Spanish.)
  • Laying out clothes and packing backpacks the night before.
  • Talking to teachers, school counselors, or other parents for advice on how to make your child feel comfortable and excited about learning, if they seem anxious about going to school.
  • Developing back-up plans for getting to school if something comes up. Call on a family member, a neighbor, or another parent.
  • Avoiding medical appointments or extended trips when school is in session.

If you or your family need any kind of support, please reach out to our front office. We are here for you! Visit FCPS’ Attendance webpage for tips and strategies. 

Stay in the Know With Here Comes the Bus

Even though FCPS has launched a new bus navigation system, some aspects like the new FCPS My Ride mobile app are still in development. Families should still use the Here Comes the Bus mobile app to track the location of their child’s bus. This app is still compatible with the new system. 

FCPS will notify families and schools when the new app is ready to download and use. In the meantime, everyone should reinforce with students that they need to tap on and off the bus with their student ID cards.

Did you already download the new app? That’s okay! The new app is in the final stage of testing, so some features are not yet fully functional. At this time, you should refer to Here Comes the Bus for the most accurate information.

FCPS In Case You Missed It

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

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