The Mustang Messenger
2024-2025 Season
A Message from Dr. Di Nicola
Good evening, JLS Mustang Families!
This past week was absolutely one for history books at JL Simpson Middle School as we had three consecutive celebration days that reigned supreme as collectively the finest display of school spirit we have seen among our Mustangs thus far!
On Wednesday, October 16, we celebrated Unity Day, the signature event of National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month. So many of our students and staff wore orange to unite for kindness, acceptance, and inclusion to advocate for the prevention of bullying. In our morning announcements, we always propose many of the quotes of kindness and positive thinking that you see in the Action for Happiness calendar just below this opening message. It certainly is much easier for us to be HONORABLE to our mission to do our best, ENGAGED in authentic learning activities together, RESPECTFUL to one another, and DETERMINED to make a difference at JLS by focusing on the brightness that shines around us than the other perspective...and our celebrations all week long painted this very picture!
On Thursday, October 17, we collectively dove right into our county-wide LCPS Celebration Day 2024 by surprising our Mustangs as our professional staff dressed as Simpson Minions, conveniently realizing recently at a leadership meeting that the characters actually sport our school colors...so we found our theme for this spirit day rather quickly and excitingly so! Our Mustangs did their part by illuminating our hallways with blue and yellow in such a remarkable fashion themselves, knowing full well that the most spirited staff and student representatives would have the opportunity to earn some pretty awesome Monty Bucks prizes! We were honored to have Mr. Gus Martinez, Director of Middle School Education, Natalie Allen, Chief Office of Communications and Community Engagement, and our Superintendent of Loudoun County Public Schools, Dr. Aaron Spence on site to witness our school spirit as well as to engage with our students and Mustang Professionals in our classrooms. What a tremendous honor it was to have all three pick Simpson for their school visit as part of this amazing initiative! We even made the cover image of the county-wide newsletter from Dr. Spence regarding the event! We are anxiously awaiting the results of the county-wide competition as we submitted a plethora of photos and a very special video presentation posted both in Instagram (@jlsimpsonms_official_) and further down in this week's newsletter for you to enjoy. Fingers crossed that we win as many categories of the competition as possible as a bonus to the great fun we all experienced on this dynamite day!
On Friday, October 18, we paralleled Loudoun County HS with our annual PINK OUT! spirit day in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It was impressive to see a gigantic representation by our entire Mustang school community for a third day in a row in honor of a great cause! It is consistently terrific to unite with our cluster high school on as many celebrations and opportunities as possible...which we are sure you will see in the realms of clubs/organizations, fine and visual arts, intramural sports, and student leadership and support as the year endures!
On the same day as PINK OUT!, we also celebrated our outstanding bus drivers by showering them with surprise Simpsonized t-shirts, Crumbl Cookies, PTO gifts, and recognitions of kindness by our Mustangs and school leadership team as part of LCPS Bus Driver Appreciation Day. They certainly had a wonderful celebration...and we are honored to have them each and every day as they graciously work to transport students at all three grade levels both within our cluster and sometimes outside of it when duty calls to help other schools. Their job is certainly not easy...and we must continously recognize how very important they are in their efforts to safely and comfortably transport our Mustangs to Simpson and back home!
Speaking of spirit days, from October 23 - 31, we will be celebrating Red Ribbon Week at JLS! Red Ribbon Week is an alcohol, tobacco, smoking, and other drug and violence prevention awareness campaign observed annually in October in the United States. Please encourage your Mustang to wear RED FROM HEAD TO TOE on WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23 in honor of RED RIBBON WEEK! See more details about this immensely supportive program further down in this week's newsletter!
This coming week highlights a fantastic event that is a tradition here at JL Simpson MS, but this year also serves as a fundraiser with the return of our Monster Mash 5K on Thursday, October 24 and Friday, October 25 in our Health and PE classes! We would love to have as many Mustang families participate with us and to consider the option of providing us with donation support as funds shall benefit our school community with a variety of academic, extracurricular, beautification, and charity-based initiatives! Check out the flyer and informational section below for the details!
Here It Comes! - The End of the First Quarter: Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Just as we mentioned last week, we have just seven days of the first quarter of 2024-2025 with October 29 peering just around the corner right at us. Please take some time to sit with your Mustang and review through Schoology and StudentVue / ParentVue to ensure that all assignments are completed with quality. If your Mustang has any questions, encourage them to see their teachers in person or to e-mail them as it instills greater responsibility for their learning and organizational skills!
This weekend and the days ahead look as if this delightfully sunny weather will be sticking around for a while! Please savor this pleasant evening and have a fantastic final full week of October 2024...this year is flying, isn't it?
Finally, remember to take care of yourselves and one another with kind hearts always at the core of our daily efforts...and see you super soon!
Dr. Frank G. "Tripp" Di Nicola, III
Principal
JL Simpson Middle School
National School Bus Safety Week
Red Ribbon Week
Monday, October 21 - B-Day FLEX DAY: ADVISORY
- Intramural Volleyball Team Creation Meeting during Advisory
Tuesday, October 22- A-Day - FLEX DAY: A2
Wednesday, October 23 - B-Day - FLEX DAY: B2 - - WEAR RED in support of PERSONAL WELLNESS and OUR COLLECTIVE COMMUNITY EFFORTS AGAINST ALCOHOL, DRUGS, and TOBACCO USE as part of RED RIBBON WEEK!
After School Activities
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) - Aux. Gym - Ms. O'Hara
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - Latino Student Association (LSA) - Cafeteria - Ms. Lopez
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - Level Up - Room B16 - Ms. Keefer
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - Weightlifting Club - Gym - Mr. Dunbar
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - Principal Student Advisory Committee - Art 1
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - Empowered Girls - B12 - Ms. Herrin
Thursday, October 24 - A-Day - FLEX DAY: A4
- Monster Mash 5K Fundraiser during Health and PE classes! (Mustang families welcome! - All non-LCPS participants must sign in the main office before coming to our event to promote safety and security at all times at JLS!)
- Project Lit Book Club in the library during all lunches
- After School Activities
- 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - Harry Potter Club - Room A9 - Ms. Wence
- 3:30 PM-4:30 PM - Intramural Flag Football - Mr. Carpenter
- 3:30 PM-4:30 PM - Select Choir Rehersals - M4 - Ms. Hoey-Johnson
- 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - Level Up - Room B16 - Ms. Keefer
- 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM - Strings Spooktacular Concert @ LCHS
Friday, October 25 - B-Day - FLEX DAY: B4
- Monster Mash 5K Fundraiser during Health and PE classes! (Mustang families welcome! - All non-LCPS participants must sign in the main office before coming to our event to promote safety and security at all times at JLS!)
Click here --> JLSMS Grade Level Academic Weekly Update - October 21, 2024 - October 25, 2024
HOW CAN I ACCESS THE JLS GRADE-LEVEL ACADEMIC WEEKLY UPDATE NEWSLETTER in MULTIPLE LANGUAGES?
To Translate A Document to a Preferred Language Other Than English:
1. Click on the grade-level newsletter you wish to review.
2. In the top menu, click Tools and then Translate document.
3. Enter a name for the translated document and select a language.
4. Click Translate.
A translated copy of your document will open in a new window. You can also see this copy in your Google Drive.
https://lcps.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/41217/371/False/True
WHAT IS THE MONSTER MASH 5K?
✔ A school-wide event in which all students participate during their PE block. Staff and parents are encouraged to join in the fun!
✔ Participants will: get pledges for the event, run or walk a 5K (6 laps) on the day of the event, and collect money for JL. Simpson.
WHAT ARE THE GOALS OF THE MONSTER MASH 5K?
✔ To include the entire Simpson community in a fitness awareness event.
✔ To make this the first of two fundraiser events of the year.
✔ To raise the funds needed to support STUDENT INCENTIVES and PROGRAMMING at Simpson. This includes items for the Tack Shop, Honor Roll celebrations, community support, materials for our Clubs Program, HERD recognitions, and much more!
WHAT DO THE STUDENTS DO FOR THE MONSTER MASH 5K?
✔ Have a TON OF FUN!
✔ Offer pledges to collect money for their school and community.
✔ Proudly wear a Halloween Costume (optional- NO masks PLEASE!) on the day of the event.
✔ Run/walk a 5K (6 laps) around the field behind Simpson MS on the day of the event.
✔ ALL students participate whether or not they have any pledges as part of Health and PE class. :
WHAT DO THE STUDENTS LEARN FROM THE MONSTER MASH 5K?
✔ Understanding the importance of exercise.
✔ Appreciation of teamwork and school unity at Simpson.
HOW DO I MAKE A PLEDGE FOR MY MUSTANG(S)?
✔ Parents/guardians may pledge donations will be made using the Simpson online payment portal, or by using the link provided here or the QR code in the flyer just above this section.
DONATION LINK: https://lcps.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/41217/371/False/True
✔ Sponsors can pledge a set amount with a minimum of $25.
✔ If families wish to pledge more, you may use the “quantity” button before checkout.
✔ Please type your student’s name in the“Who are you purchasing this for?” line so they can get credit for raising the pledge, and encourage those you ask for pledges to do the same. Students who raise over $200 in pledges during the Monster Mash event will be invited to a SIMPSON SPIRIT open gym and pizza party!
✔Please share the link and QR code with FAMILY, FRIENDS, AND NEIGHBORS!
✔ If your family prefers not to solicit pledges for this fundraiser, please consider making a donation!
WHEN WILL MY STUDENT RUN THE MONSTER MASH 5K?
✔ Students will run the Monster Mash 5K during their PE block. Parents are welcome to run/walk with their student(s), or come cheer them on. Visitors MUST sign in the main office before heading to the field.
✔ PE Block times are as follows:
Block 1/2 : 8:35 am - 9:55 am
Block 3/4 : 10:35 am - 11:50 am
Block 5/6 : 12:35 pm - 1:50 pm
Block 7/8 : 2:00 pm - 3:15 pm
✔ The rain date for this event will be November 6 & 7, 2024
We hope to see you at JLS for our 2024 Monster Mash 5K!
GREAT NEWS!
School Photos are now available online! 📷
Families should have received an E-proof via email (Please remember to check your spam).
You can also order pictures by clicking this link. Use your student's ID Number for the online code when ordering.
For any questions about your student's school pictures please contact: underclass@vosphoto.com
If your student missed picture day, there will be a picture 📸 make-up day on Friday, November 15.
The team at Victor O’Neill Studios would like to thank J.L. Simpson Middle School for a great picture day!
As we approach the final week of the first quarter of 2024-2025, please take some time to sit with your Mustang and review through Schoology and StudentVue / ParentVue to ensure that all assignments and assessments are completed. If your Mustang has any questions for staff, please ask them to e-mail their teachers or talk with them this week...as always, we will be here to support to the maximum of level of engagement!
The PTO is supporting the PE department by gathering granola bars and water for every student that is running the 5k Monster Mash at the end of October. Please help us to re-fuel our Mustangs by donating an item from our wishlist found at the link here!
If you own a small business and would like to support the PTO this year, please email JLsimpsonPTO@gmail.com for our detailed tiered sponsorship letter!
We invite parents and guardians in our Mustang community to join theirr student(s) in their classroom(s) for a few hours on Thursday, November 14 (A-Day) for Bring Your Parent to School Day!
Please check your student's A-Day schedule to determine the class and block you would like to attend, and use this link to RSVP.
We hope to see you in the hallways and classrooms learning with our Mustangs!
What does Veterans Day mean to you? Show us!
Design a program cover for our Veterans Day assembly taking place on Monday, November 11. The winning design will be chosen by the Veterans Day program committee.
All entries are due THIS FRIDAY, October 25th. The winner will be announced on the Friday, November 1st.
Use this link to enter your artwork!
The program cover will be 8 1/2 inches by 5 1/2 inches in portrait format. All art must be your original work. No copyrighted images or characters. Work may be of any medium, including digital.
All works must include the following:
J.L. Simpson
Veterans Day Tribute
2024
WEAR RED on THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24 to SUPPORT RED RIBBON WEEK!
From October 23 - 31, we will be celebrating Red Ribbon Week. Red Ribbon Week is an alcohol, tobacco, smoking, and other drug and violence prevention awareness campaign observed annually in October in the United States. According to the United States Drug Education Administration, Red Ribbon Week is the nation's largest and longest-running drug awareness and prevention program.
The upcoming Red Ribbon Week is the perfect opportunity to emphasize the critical importance of students remaining free from the dangers of nicotine, alcohol, and drugs. As parents, it is our responsibility to ensure our children understand the severe and long-lasting consequences that can result from substance abuse, both in the present and for their future well-being.
By participating in Red Ribbon Week, students will gain a deeper appreciation for making positive choices that protect their physical and mental health. Through their health/PE classes, they will learn research-backed facts about the detrimental effects of nicotine, underage drinking, and illegal drug use. Perhaps most importantly, this week serves as a powerful reminder that living free from these substances opens the door to a world of promising opportunities - from academic success and extracurricular involvement to strong personal relationships and a vibrant future.
As parents, we must reinforce these messages at home and work hand-in-hand with schools to instill in our children an unwavering commitment to a substance-free lifestyle. Together, we can empower the next generation to reach their full potential, unburdened by the devastating impacts of nicotine, alcohol, and drugs.
If you have any questions, please contact Kim.Hager@lcps.org, our Student Assistance Specialist, for more details about Red Ribbon Week and our LCPS support programs to promote a healthy learning environment free of alcohol, drugs, and tobacco!
Please check this section often as we continue to add new activities!
We have been busy planning some amazing after school opportunities for our Mustangs!
Here are our current JLS Clubs/Organizations set for after school on Wednesdays and/or Thursdays.
Please remember that after school activity participation requires permission from parents/guardians!
Please use the link below to complete the PERMISSION CLICK document.
Activity buses are available every Wednesday and Thursday for students needing transportation home from an after school activity. You can view the activity bus route stops using this link.
We will be implementing the LCPS-sponsored Second Step® Middle School program during our resource blocks this season.
From the LCPS Department of Student Services:
We want your child to be successful in school, and that means supporting and encouraging their
whole development. While excelling in academic classes is important, students also need skills for
learning challenges, making good decisions, handling strong emotions, and getting along with others.
Second Step® Middle School is a research-based social-emotional learning
program designed to improve students’ social-emotional skills, such as emotion management,
impulse control, problem solving, and empathy. Second Step skills and concepts are designed to
help students both in and out of school. These include:
Mindsets and Goals: Students learn how to develop a growth mindset and apply research-
based goal-setting strategies to their social and academic lives.
Developing a Positive Sense of Self: Students learn to identify their guiding principles,
work toward becoming the person they want to be, and learn strategies for building
confidence.
Thoughts, Emotions, and Decisions: Students learn how to recognize strong emotions
and unhelpful thoughts, and apply strategies to manage their emotions and reduce stress.
Managing Relationships and Social Conflict: Students learn strategies for developing
and maintaining healthy relationships, perspective-taking, and dealing with conflict.
If you have any questions about Second Step® Middle School, please don’t hesitate to contact
Sarah.McIntosh@lcps.org or Mica.Thomasson@lcps.org for more information. Thank you for your support as we work to build a safe and supportive school community!
JLS is proud to share that we have received a SHINE -Spotlighting Heroes in Education submission highlighting our AMAZING HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER, MR. GRANTHAM!
Mr. Grantham was nominated by one of his students because "He makes me happy and is kind and motivates everyone".
CONGRATULATIONS, MR. GRANTHAM!
Thank you for SHINING for our Mustangs! Simpson is lucky to have you!
If you have a staff member you would like to nominate for SHINE, please complete the submission form (It’s short and easy!).
Loudoun County Orthodontics Joins JLS as a BUSINESS SPONSOR!
A big SHOUT OUT to Loudoun County Orthodontics for stocking our Teacher Lounges with snacks! Thank you, Tara Zimmerman, for your amazing support of our Mustang Professionals! Check out more about our new business partner at www.locoortho.com!
Machen wir einen Ausflug!
Dr. Nunes' German students from JLS 7th Grade and LCHS went on a field trip to the German Embassy in Washington, DC on Tuesday, October 15, 2024! Sehr gut!
All bus pass requests should be addressed to your grade level secretary. You can request a bus pass for your student via email, a written note with parent/guardian signature, or a phone call to your grade level secretary. Requests should be received no later than NOON on the day the pass is needed.
Whenever students have a change in dismissal transportation (ie. bus rider to walker or bus rider to car rider), please be sure to notify your house secretary the morning of the change via email or a written note.
6th Grade Administrative Professional - Molly.Steinbach@lcps.org
7th Grade Administrative Professional - Stephanie.DeWan@lcps.org
8th Grade Administrative Professional - Laura.Ridings@lcps.org
Our activity buses are rolling! Students who participate in after-school activities have the option to ride an activity bus home. Use this link below to view the route sheets for the activity buses, including the bus stop locations and approximate drop-off times.
Students are expected to use their time effectively during our five-minute class change to ensure they are in class before the bell. School administration will implement student behavior administrative and accountability measures to address excessive tardies to class.
1st and 2nd Tardies to Any Class: Teacher and Student Conversation + General E-mail to Families Through ParentVue Communications
3rd Tardy to Any Class: Teacher and Student Conversation / Reflection Opportunity to Focus on Improving Timeliness to Class + Phone Call to Parent/Guardian
4th+ Tardy to Any Class: Teacher Referral to Dean + Phone Call Home to Parent/Guardian with Student Behavior and Accountability Measures Continuum:
- Lunch / After School Detention w/Teacher / Dean
- Loss of School Privileges (i.e. Recess, Intramural Sports, Clubs/Activities, etc.)
- Friday School
- Conferencing With LCPS Attendance Officer + Family + Student Support Advisor + School Leadership / Unified Mental Health Team
Please talk with your Mustang about the importance of arriving to class on time to BE PRESENT and POWERFUL in their learning!
Remember that we are here to support all of our Mustangs if they need help to strategize ways to arrive to class in a timely manner so that they can maximize their performance in each and every one of their classes! THANK YOU for your wonderful support!
Please contact your student's grade-level counselor if you have scheduling questions.
School Counseling Team Contact Information
6th Grade: Sabrina.Jeane@lcps.org
7th Grade: Alison.Hyman@lcps.org
8th Grade: Last Name A-Q: Mica.Thomasson@lcps.org
8th Grade: Last Name R-Z: Juan.Barrios@lcps.org
Please contact your student's grade-level dean if you have questions or concerns.
School Dean's Contact Information
6th Grade: Brandon.Filsinger@lcps.org
7th Grade: Katherine.Hailey@lcps.org
8th Grade: Brent.Washburn@lcps.org
HRTD is excited to launch SHINE! Spotlighting Heroes in Education, a new recognition program that aims to tell the stories of the incredible work happening throughout the division. We encourage schools to promote SHINE both inside their buildings between peers as well as with their school communities through newsletters, websites and social media as all parents, students, staff and community members are welcome to submit a nomination. Each month, Loudoun Education Foundation will choose one submission to provide additional acknowledgement and a special gift.
How it works:
We are seeking submissions for LCPS staff members at schools, central office and support locations who:
Have gone above and beyond in a situation
Have inspired others or have a heartwarming story
Are doing something unique or creative that is leading to results
In general, ANY great news!
Complete the submission form (It’s short and easy!)
The Employee Recognition office notifies the nominee as well as their supervisor of the submission
The story may be placed on the Employee Recognition webpage.
Our goal is to place a spotlight on the hundreds of positive interactions taking place in LCPS each day...and especially at JLS! We look forward to seeing your celebrations of our JLS Mustang Professionals throughout 2023-2024!
Loudoun County Public Schools is offering new resources for all staff and parents/guardians to use to support students through www.parental guidance.org. You can learn more about this initiative by clicking here.
These resources include easily accessible video-based courses on difficult parenting topics, individualized parent coaching for any LCPS parent/guardian, on their schedule in their home, and weekly interactive webinars to let parents know the mental health needs of our students are a critical concern of Loudoun County Public Schools. Your unified mental health team members are ready to assist parents in accessing the support. You can watch this video about the services available.
Slide deck with additional information: Coaching CCHC LCPS 2024.pptx
The SNAP in Schools initiative from the Virginia Department of Social Service, which is based on the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), helps develop partnerships to bridge the gap of food insecurity among school-aged children. The objectives of SNAP in Schools are to reduce food insecurity in school-aged children, to increase the number of students directly certified for free school meals through SNAP, and to increase the number of students eligible without application for the summer EBT program.
Please advise families who could benefit from this program to access the CommonHelp portal link to submit online SNAP applications.
Please also share the flyer below with your families:
How do I join the Simpson Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO)?
Are you trying to figure out how to stay involved during those middle school years?
There are small and big ways that really make an impact on our AMAZING school! Please reach out to Natalie Sutter at JLSimpsonPTO@gmail.com if you are interested in helping with our PTO activities in any way. You can also sign up to help by clicking here!
The PTO has many things planned for our staff and students! Check out our Volunteer Signup! A board member will reach out with more details!
- FREE Grade Level Events for each grade
- Monty's Cafe (Coming back for a 3rd year)
- Family Bingo Night w/ Silent Auction and Concessions
- Enhance our social media platforms
- Lots of Appreciation Days / Weeks for Staff
- Joint 5K with other middle schools
Click here for the Official J.L. Simpson MS PTO Webpage.
We look forward to engaging all of our Mustang families in PTO in service and support of all of our children!
Quarter 1 - Thursday, August 22 - Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Dates to Remember + More!
Be sure to check here often as we will continue to add dates and events as they become available.
October 20-26: Red Ribbon Week
October 21-25: National School Bus Safety Week
October 21: Intramural Volleyball Team Creation Meeting - During Advisory
October 23: Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) After-School Club - 3:30-4:30 PM
October 23: Weightlifting Club - 3:30 PM-4:30 PM - Gym weight room
October 23: Level Up - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - B16
October 23: Empowered Girls - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - B12
October 23: Principal Student Advisory Committee - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - Art 1
October 23: Latin Student Association (LSA) - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - Cafeteria
October 24: Fall Intramural Flag Football - 3:40 PM - 4:45 PM
October 24: Project Lit during lunches - Library
October 24: Select Choir Rehearsals - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - M4
October 24: Level Up - 3:30 PM - 4:50 PM - B16
October 24: Spooktacular Strings Concert at LCHS - 7 PM - Auditorium
October 24 & 25: Monster Mash 5K during PE Classes
October 28: Monty's Tack Shop is Open
October 28: Occupational Therapists Day
October 29: End of First Grading Period
October 29: Monty's Tack Shop is Open
October 29: October 2024 HERD Awards - Announcements in Cafeteria at Lunch
October 30 - November 5: No School
November 6: Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) After-School Club - 3:30-4:30 - Aux. Gym
November 6: Weightlifting Club - 3:30 PM-4:30 PM - Gym weight room
November 6: Level Up - 3:30 PM - 4:50 PM - B16
November 6 & 7: SOS Signs of Suicide Program Presentation during 8th Grade English Classes
November 7: 6th Grade Academies of Loudoun Presentation - 9:45 AM
November 7: Select Choir Rehearsals - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - M4
November 7: Harry Potter Club - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - A9
November 7: Level Up - 3:30 PM - 4:50 PM - B16
November 8: 6th Grade All County Choir @ Stone Bridge High School
November 8: Junior Regional Orchestra Event - Massaponax High School
November 11: Veterans Day Celebration - 9:00 AM
November 12: Monty's Cafe - 8:10 AM - 8:25 AM - Main Entrance
November 13: 7th Grade Band Rehersal - 3:30 PM-4:45 PM - Auditorium
November 13: Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) After-School Club - 3:30-4:30 - Aux. Gym
November 13: Student Counci Association (SCA) - 3:30 PM-4:30 PM-Cafeteria
November 13: Weightlifting Club - 3:30 PM-4:30 PM - Gym weight room
November 13: Level Up - 3:30 PM - 4:50 PM - B16
November 14: Select Choir Rehearsals - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - M4
November 14: Harry Potter Club - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - A9
November 14: Intramural Volleyball - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - Gym
November 14: Level Up - 3:30 PM - 4:50 PM - B16
November 14 & 15: Morven Park Visitors to 7th Grade History Classes
November 15: School Picture Make-Up Day
November 16: All County Orchestra Auditions - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - M1
November 20: Q1 Honor Roll Ceremony (Grade 8) - 9:00 AM - Auditorium
November 20: Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) After-School Club - 3:30-4:30 - Aux. Gym
November 20: Weightlifting Club - 3:30 PM-4:30 PM - Gym weight room
November 20: Level Up - 3:30 PM - 4:50 PM - B16
November 21: Q1 Honor Roll Ceremony (Grade 7) - 9:00 AM - Auditorium
November 21:Select Choir Rehearsals - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - M4
November 21: Harry Potter Club - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - A9
November 21: Intramural Volleyball - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - Gym
November 21: Level Up - 3:30 PM - 4:50 PM - B16
November 22: Q1 Honor Roll Ceremony (Grade 6) - 9:00 AM - Auditorium
November 22: Project Lit during lunches - Library
November 27 - 29: No School (Thanksgiving Holiday)
December 2: 6th Grade Choir Rehersal - 3:30 PM-4:30 PM - Auditorium
December 3: 8th Grade Band Rehersal - 3:30 PM-4:30 PM - Auditorium
December 4: 7th Grade Band Rehersal - 3:30 PM-4:30 PM - Auditorium
December 4: Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) After-School Club - 3:30-4:30 - Aux. Gym
December 4: Weightlifting Club - 3:30 PM-4:30 PM - Gym weight room
December 4: Level Up - 3:30 PM - 4:50 PM - B16
December 5: 7th Grade Orchestra Rehersal - 3:30 PM-4:30 PM - Auditorium
December 5: Select Choir Rehearsals - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - M4
December 5: Intramural Volleyball - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - Gym
December 5: Harry Potter Club - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - A9
December 5: Level Up - 3:30 PM - 4:50 PM - B16
December 10: Monty's Cafe - 8:10 AM - 8:25 AM - Main Entrance
December 10: 7th Grade Band Rehersal - 3:30 PM-4:30 PM - Auditorium
December 10: JLS Winter Choir Concert @ LCHS - 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM - LCHS Auditorium
December 10: JLS Parents as Educational Partners (PEP) - 5:30 PM-7:30 PM
December 11: 8th Grade Orchestra Rehersal - 3:30 PM-4:30 PM - Auditorium
December 11: Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) After-School Club - 3:30-4:30 - Aux. Gym
December 11: Student Council Association (SCA) - 3:30 PM-4:30 PM - Cafeteria
December 11: Weightlifting Club - 3:30 PM-4:30 PM - Gym weight room
December 11: Level Up - 3:30 PM - 4:50 PM - at the Academies of Loudoun
December 11: 7th/8th Grade Band & Jazz Band Concert - 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM - JLS Auditorium
December 12: Select Choir Rehearsals - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - M4
December 12: Intramural Volleyball - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - Gym
December 12:Harry Potter Club - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - A9
December 12: Level Up Showcase - 3:30 PM - 4:50 PM
December 18: Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) After-School Club - 3:30-4:30 - Aux. Gym
December 18: Weightlifting Club - 3:30 PM-4:30 PM - Gym weight room
December 19: Project Lit during lunches - Library
December 19:Select Choir Rehearsals - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - M4
December 19: Harry Potter Club - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - A9
December 23 - January 3: No School (Winter Break)
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Email: Tripp.DiNicola@lcps.org
Website: https://www.lcps.org/jlsms
Location: J. Lupton Simpson Middle School, Evergreen Mills Rd, Leesburg, VA, USA
Phone: 5712522840
Instagram: @jlsimpsonms_official_ jl
