Morning Announcements
The announcements will be posted every morning of the school year. You can read what the students hear.
SOL testing today is Math 7 & Accelerated Math 6/7
Clubs meeting today:
Muslim students Assoc will have one last meeting in C5C
20xx Club in A6
Green Club will have their last meeting in the courtyard
7th Grade Chorus will also rehearse after school today. Boys should report to room Choral 1 and girls should report to the auditorium.
Reminder that The Stingray Band will not rehearse today after school. All members are invited to stay after school TOMORROW, Thursday, for the end of the year stingray band party in the cafeteria.
Stingray Salutes will have their last meeting tomorrow, May 23rd after school.
Students; if you have been missing any items, please make a point of checking all lost and found areas in each House area, the lunch room and the main office. All items unclaimed by the last day of school will be either donated or thrown away.
SOL testing today is Algebra. The following classes should report to their testing locations directly after these announcements: Mr. Wurst's block 4, Mr. Richard's block 4, Ms. Drew's blocks 2 and 4, Ms. Presnetsova's Blocks 1,2 and 3, and Ms. Gordon's block 2.
8th graders; remember to turn in your year end party packet! Don't miss this last chance to hang with your friends before High School. You can turn in the paperwork at the school store in the morning or to Mrs. Smith in the House A office.
DC United Soccer team is holding a "Student Achiever Night" on Saturday, June 22. Discount tickets are available for students who were on the A or AB honor roll. You save $7 off the regular ticket price and Stone Hill will get a donation back to the school. Flyers are on your House Board. You may pick up an order form from your House office or in the main office.
Monday, May 20SOL testing today is Algebra
Seventh Grade Chorus will rehearse after school today.
Congratulations to the Eighth Grade Chorus and Select Chorus for receiving Superior Ratings and First Place in their divisions at this weekend's Music in the Parks Festival Competition. The Select Chorus won the Overall Choir category and Jessica Howard won an award for the Overall Vocalist. You all made Stone Hill very proud with your performances!
Mr. Roche would like to thank the 'Stingray Band' for a wonderful trip this past Sat. to Hershey Park. The Band place 3rd among 4 bands in their class and received an 'excellent' rating. Mr. Roche is very pleased overall and how well Stone Hill MS represented Loudoun County's growing band program. Thank you for your efforts towards achieving "perfect practice".
Girls in Mrs. Lanham's 7th grade chorus should meet in the cafeteria for rehearsal today.
A second choral rehearsal is scheduled for Wednesday as seventh graders prepare for the concert on Thursday this week.
Everyone is invited to the 7th grade Band concert this evening at 7:00pm in the auditorium.
8th graders: If you purchased a class panoramic picture, they are now available to pick up in the House A office.
Hey, who do you think should kiss a live pig at the 8th grade party? Cast your vote in the main office by putting your spare change in one of the Jars.
Bring in your gently used shoes and drop them off in the main office or House B. Soles4Souls is a charity that collects gently worn shoes and distributes them to people in need here in the US and to over 125 countries around the world.
Friday, May 17Only SOL makeup testing today.
Orchestra students wishing to participate in the May 30th Year-end Concert have mandatory rehearsals next Monday, Wednesday and Thursday.
Teachers, check out the latest Stone Hill News show this morning on your G drive.
April Student of the Month winners are in! They are:
8th grade
Penquins: Liliana M and Sinan H
Sharks: Sesha P and Liam O
Sea Lions: Nia S and Maurice C
7th grade
Starfish: Pavan S and Riya V
Sea Turtles: Farah K and Ethan M
Sea Horses: Madison T and Andrew L
6th grade
Dolphins: Tiffany M, Julian D
Jordan W and Evan G
Piranhas: Payton R and Justin M
Barracudas: Arabella C and Sean L
We would like these students to come to the main office at this time to get their picture taken and pick up a lanyard.
Thursday, May 16
SOL testing today is 8th Grade Civics and 7th Grade US History
Clubs meeting today:
Select Chorus in the chorus room
Cross Country running club will have their ice cream party in the cafeteria
Stingray & 8th grade Band will rehearse in the auditorium
Band members going to Hershey Park are reminded that their Permission Slips are overdue. Please turn them in to Mr. Roche today.
Head over to Sweetfrog tonight from 4pm til closing. A portion of the sales will be donated back to Stone Hill in support of the 8th grade party.
Ready for another great night of music? Come out tonight for the Band 8 and Stingray Band concert at 7:00pm.
And remember, tomorrow is Pokemon Day.
SOL testing today is 8th Grade Civics and 7th Grade US History
Clubs meeting today:
20xx Club in A6
Green Club in the courtyard weather permitting
Head over to Sweetfrog tomorrow, May 16th, from 4pm til closing. A portion of the sales will be donated back to Stone Hill in support of the 8th grade party.
Your last chance to order a yearbook is tomorrow morning before school from 8-8:30 outside the main office. There are only about 50 left, so bring cash or check in the amount of $35.
More rays were turned in for a Spirit Day. Friday will be Pokeman Day.
On Tuesday, June 4th there will be a meeting for rising 9th graders and their parents interested in participating in any of the athletic programs for the 2013-14 school year at Briar Woods HS. The meeting will take place on Tuesday, June 4th, 7:00 p.m. in the Briar Woods Auditorium.
A Redskins house key was found in House A yesterday. You may claim it in the main office.
The PBIS team would like to recognize 7th block classes for O'Leary,Lawson, Bland and Zahora as well as Mrs. Dewee's 3rd block and 5th & 6th block for Ms. Welty for "Arriving to class on time". Today is the last day for recognitions. The classroom behavior for today is "Using kind words". So be good and your Dean may visit your class today with a reward!
Tuesday, May 14 SOL testing today is 6th Grade US History.
Reminder to ALL Stingray Band: Please turn in your Hershey Park permission form ASAP.
You are all invited to come out tonight for the 6th Grade Chorus concert at 7:00pm.
DC United Soccer team is holding a "Student Achiever Night" on Saturday, June 22. Discount tickets are available for students who were on the A or AB honor roll. You save $7 off the regular ticket price for yourself and anyone else in your family. Stone Hill will also get a donation back to the school for each ticket sold. Flyers are on your House Board. You may pick up an order form from your House office or in the main office.
Bring in your gently used shoes and drop them off in the main office or House B. Soles4Souls is a charity that collects gently worn shoes and distributes them to people in need here in the US and to over 125 countries around the world.
Tomorrow is Crazy Hair Day.
The PBIS team would like to recognize Mr. Assur's 3rd block and Mrs Smiths and Mr. Hawks 4th block class for "being prepared for class". Today's classroom behavior is "Arriving to class on time". So be good and your Dean may visit your class today with a reward!
SOL testing today is 6th Grade US History.
Sixth Grade Chorus will rehearse after school today in the auditorium
Did you miss the deadline to get your yearbook? If so, you have ONE last chance to get one! A limited number of Yearbooks will be on sale here at school tomorrow, Tuesday and Thursday this week, May 14th & 16th. You can purchase them before school from 8:00-8:30 by the main office. Yearbooks will be sold for $35 - make sure you bring cash or a check with you. First come first served! Get one before they are GONE!
8th graders; remember to turn in your year end party packet. Don't miss this last change to hang with your friends before High School. You can turn in the paperwork at the school store in the morning or to Mrs. Smith in the House A office.
This Wednesday, May 15th, is Crazy Hair Day.
If you are interested in increasing your soccer skills, check out the Moravek Soccer School. Registration forms can be found on each house area bulletin board. If you have any questions, you can stop by Ms. Lipovsky's classroom.
There will also be a Fundamentals Basketball Camp for 5th-8th grade students here at Stone Hill MS July 22-26. See Mr. Walker in PE for registration forms.
Today's classroom behavior is "being prepared for class". So be good and your Dean may visit your class today with a reward!
Friday, May 10SOL testing today is 8th Grade Reading.
The results of Mrs. O'Connors Cupcake Wars challenge are in and the results are as follows...
1st block- Ramen, Udai and Deven
3rd block- Himanish, Srinidhi and Naman
4th block- Hunter and Joe
5th block- Bryan and Daniel
6th block- Evan
The Talent Show is sold out. No tickets will be available at the door. Only ticket holders will be allowed entrance to the show. Thank you for the great sales and support!
Attention 5K race participants. Packet pick up for the race tomorrow will take place today from 4:30-6:30pm and tomorrow from 6:30-7:00am before the race.
A student turned in enough rays for a Spirit Day next week. Wednesday, May 15th will be Crazy Hair Day.
The PBIS team would like to recognize 4th block classes for Karpinski, Davidson, and Yaneva for "Arriving to class on time". Today's classroom behavior is "Listening while others are talking". So be good and your Dean may visit your class today with a reward!
Thursday, May 9
SOL testing today is 8th Grade Reading.
Clubs today:
Astronomy club in A12A
Muslim Students Assoc. C5C - this is your last meeting of the year.
The Stone Hill Orchestra Concert is this evening at 7:00pm. Everyone is invited to attend.
The Stone Hill Talent Show is tomorrow night Friday, May 10th at 7:00pm in the Stone Hill auditorium. Tickets are $5 and will be sold before school 8-8:30 everyday this week. Tickets will only be available for pre-sale. No tickets will be sold the night of the show.
DC United Soccer team is holding a "Student Achiever Night" on Saturday, June 22. Discount tickets are available for students who were on the A or AB honor roll. You save $7 off the regular ticket price and Stone Hill will get a donation back to the school. Flyers are on your House Board. You may pick up an order form from your House office or in the main office.
Bring in your gently used shoes and drop them off in the main office or House B. Soles4Souls is a charity that collects gently worn shoes and distributes them to people in need here in the US and to over 125 countries around the world.
Today's PBIS classroom behavior is "Arrive to class on time". So be good and your Dean may visit your class today with a reward!
SOL testing today is 7th Grade Reading.
After school today:
SAC will have its last meeting in the Cafeteria
20xx club in A6
8th Grade Homework club in A7
The Advanced Orchestra will meet today
The Talent Show Dress Rehearsal will be tonight from 6-9 p.m. Remember to bring your accompaniment tracks, costumes, and any other props you will be using for your act. See Mr. Markwood with any questions.
8th graders who volunteered to help assemble race bags today after school should report to Mrs. Rodriguez' room
The Green Club is canceled for today. You will meet the next two Wednesdays to finish the year.
Bible club will not be meeting tomorrow morning, May 9th. The last Bible club will be May 16th.
A reminder that Stingray Salutes will not meet this week. It is postponed until Thurday, May 23rd due to SOL reviews taking place.
The Stone Hill Talent Show is this Friday night. Tickets are $5 and will be sold before school 8-8:30 everyday this week. Tickets will only be available for pre-sale. No tickets will be sold the night of the show.
A quick shout out to 6th graders Ellie J and Masan B. They raised $105 for Field day selling cookies and lemonade this last weekend. Great school spirit ladies!
Today we celebrate National School Nurse Day, a time to honor the more than 74,000 school nurses who make a difference in the lives of children every day. This year’s theme, Advocacy, Access, Achievement: Leading the Way, captures school nurses’ significant role in improving students’ health and academic outcomes. School nurses lead the way by ensuring a healthier and more sustainable future for our nation’s children. If you get a chance today, please stop by the clinic today to wish Mrs. Miller a HAPPY SCHOOL NURSE'S DAY for all of the wonderful care she provides each and every one of us!
The PBIS team would like to recognize Ms. Kachedorian's 4th block class for "Raising their hands before speaking". Today's classroom behavior is "keep your hands to yourself". So be good and your Dean may visit your class today with a reward!
Tuesday, May 7SOL testing today is 7th Grade Reading.
Just a reminder that the Dress Rehearsal for the 5th Annual Talent show will be tomorrow night, Wednesday May 8 from 6-9 p.m. Please see Mr. Markwood with any questions or concerns.
Come out this evening to support the Eighth Grade Chorus, Eighth Grade Guitar Ensemble and Select Chorus as they perform in their Spring Concert this evening at 7 p.m. in the Stone Hill auditorium. There will be music made popular by Michael Jackson, Michael Buble, Toto, The Lumineers, and songs from Les Miserable and Shrek. The best part is that admission is free! You won't want to miss it!
The Stone Hill Talent Show is this Friday night at 7:00pm in the Stone Hill auditorium. Tickets are $5 and will be sold before school 8-8:30 everyday this week. Tickets will only be available for pre-sale. No tickets will be sold the night of the show. So get yours before it sells out!
Join the fight against melanoma cancer this Saturday May 11, 2013. Register or make a donation for the Stone Hill Middle School's TKO Melanoma 5K walk/run and 1K Family Fun Run in loving memory of Theresa Kay O'Connor. Proceeds benefit the Melanoma Research Foundation. Race information: http://tkomelanoma.com
8th graders; Turn in your party forms in the mornings Tues-Fri from 8-8:30am at the school store. If you can't get there, drop them off to Mrs. Smith in the House A office. The year end party takes place on Friday, May 31st, at Lifetime Fitness
Bring in your out grown or gently used shoes and drop them off in the main office or House B. Soles4Souls is a charity that collects gently worn shoes and distributes them to people in need here in the US and to over 125 countries around the world.
The PBIS team would like to recognize 7th block classes for Khot, Zahora, Anderson, Mrs. Bryan's lunch bunch and Ms. Green's spanish class for "Using kind words". Today's classroom behavior is "Raise your had before you speak". So be good and your Dean may visit your class today with a reward!
Monday, May 6SOL testing today is 6th Grade Reading.
Clubs meeting today:
Cartooning and Comic Book Club in C3 (this is your last meeting for the year)
8th Grade chorus will rehearse today in the auditorium
8th Grade Guitar will rehearse in Ms. Lanham's room
FCCLA is canceled for today. They are done meeting for the year.
Talent show dress rehearsal has been moved to this Wednesday, May 8th
The Advanced Orchestra WILL rehearse this Wednesday as well.
Stingray Salutes will not meet this week. It is postponed until Thurday, May 23rd due to SOL reviews taking place.
What did you do this weekend? Well, 7th graders Caitlyn B. and Farah K. set up a lemonade stand to raise money for Field Day. They raised over $35 to donate to this event. Thank you Caitlyn and Farah!
Where are you going to be this Friday? The Stone Hill Talent Show of course! The Talent Show is at 7:00pm. There will be singing, dancing, piano, guitar, martial arts, comedy, and even chinese yo-yo in the show. Tickets are $5 and will sold before school 8-8:30 everyday this week. Tickets will only be available for pre-sale. No tickets will be sold the night of the show. So get yours before it sells out!
Do you have any shoes that you've outgrown or just don't need anymore? Bring them to school and drop them off in the main office. Soles4Souls is a charity that collects gently worn shoes and distributes them to people in need both here in the US but also to over 125 countries around the world. Look for the drop box in the main office.
The PBIS team would like to recognize the 2nd block classes for Reimert, Presnetsova, duma, Maitland, Lipovsky and Samples and Ms. Bubb's 3rd block class for "keeping their hands to themselves". Today's classroom behavior is "Use kind words". So be kind and your Dean may visit your class today with a reward!
Friday, May 3
SOL testing today is for 6th Grade Reading. A reminder to all students to please respect the testing locations and walk quietly around those marked areas.
Have you bought your Field Day tshirt yet? Field day will be here before you know it! They are only $10 but the deadline is today. See your PE teacher for an order form.
Join the fight against melanoma cancer on May 11, 2013. Register or make a donation for the Stone Hill Middle School's TKO Melanoma 5K walk/run and 1K Family Fun Run in loving memory of Theresa Kay O'Connor. Proceeds benefit the Melanoma Research Foundation. Race information: http://tkomelanoma.com
The Talent Show is next Friday, May 10th at 7:00pm. There will be singing, dancing, piano, guitar, martial arts, comedy, and even chinese yo-yo in the show. Tickets are $5 and will sold before school 8-8:30 everyday next week. Tickets will only be available for pre-sale. No tickets will be sold the night of the show. So get yours before it sells out!
The following students have received Honorable Mention for their ecybermission projects. This is a national STEM competition focusing on original scientific experimentation or an original engineering design. Over 10,000 students in grades 6-9 participated this year nationwide. Congratulations go to:
in 6th grade: Anne K, Clio S, Savannah S, Arabella C, Srija P, Alex B, Divjot B, Harjaap K, and Sahil G
in 7th grade: Julia H, Diane H, Aatmika D, Justine M, Yashasvi B, Rohan B, Srinidhi K, and Rasvik K
in 8th grade: Nipun M, Sam L, Joey J, Jack St. J, Amritha J, Richa G, Deepshika D, Diana C, Vy N, Maya R, Abby G, and Brandy Y
The PBIS team would like to recognize Ms.Gallo, Ms. Zipfel and Mr. Murphy's block 5 and Ms. Dewees, and Mr. Keith's 8th block for "being prepared for class". Today's classroom behavior is "keeping your hands to yourself". So mind yourself and your Dean may visit your class today with a reward!
Thursday, May 2
SOL testing is for Geometry today. All students from Ms. Drew's classes should report to the Library at this time.
All Guitar 8 students are reminded to stay after school today for a special concert rehearsal! Please make sure you have talked to your parents about this rehearsal... the 8th grade concert is TUESDAY NIGHT (all staff and students are invited to attend!)
Attention 8th grade students. Turn in your 8th grade party forms in the mornings Tues-Fri form 8-8:30am at the school store. If you can't get there, drop them off to Mrs. Smith in the House A office. The year end party takes place on Friday, May 31st, at Lifetime Fitness.
Stone Hill Spirit Night is tonight at Buffalo Wild Wings . A portion of the sales will be donated back to our school. Hope to see you all there!
Loudoun County Parks and Rec. is presenting a "The Soccer Pros Summer Camp". If you are interested, information and registration forms are available in auditorium resource classes and in the main office.
Today's classroom behavior is "being prepared for class". So think ahead and your Dean may visit your class today with a reward!
Wednesday, May 1
SOL testing is for Geometry today. All students from Ms. Yaneva's classes should report to the Library at this time.
Soccer club will meet in the main gym. Please be prepared to play outside or inside. No cleats please.
Cross Country Track club will be canceled tomorrow due to wet fields and the Gym schedule, but we will have an ice cream party on the 16th of May for all participants to celebrate the season.
Have you bought your Field Day tshirt yet? They are only $10. The deadline is this Friday, May 3rd. See your PE teacher for an order form.
Stone Hill Spirit Night is at Buffalo Wild Wings by the Dulles Wegmans tomorrow, Thursday, May 2nd. A portion of the sales will be donated back to our school. Hope to see you all there!
Join the fight against melanoma cancer on May 11, 2013. Register or make a donation for the Stone Hill Middle School's TKO Melanoma 5K walk/run and 1K Family Fun Run in loving memory of Theresa Kay O'Connor. Proceeds benefit the Melanoma Research Foundation. Race information: http://tkomelanoma.com
The PBIS team would like to recognize 7th block classes of Mr. Kaylor, Mrs. O'Meara, Mrs. Bland, Ms.Zahora and Ms. Green's spanish class for "Keeping their hands to themselves". Today's classroom behavior is "Listen while others are talking". So listen well and your Dean may visit your class today with a reward.
SOL testing begins today with Algebra 2 classes. All Algebra 2 students should report to Computer Lab 1 at this time.
Tomorrow is the last soccer club meeting of the year. Please be prepared to play outside or inside. No cleats please.
8th graders; panoramic picture orders will no longer be accepted. The deadline has past.
Stone Hill 6th graders Vishal K and Gautam L participated in the USCF SuperNationals Chess Tournament in Nashville. This is a once in 4-year tournament and more than 5300 kids in grades K-12 were there. For individual performances, Gautam won 2nd place U800 trophy in the main K-6 Championship section, and Vishal won 20th place overall in the K-6 Blitz Tournament. Vishal and Gautam, together, won 21st place overall in the K-6 section.
Today marks the end of April and the end of Autism Awareness Month. Hopefully throughout the month you've learned some new information about Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Here is what you should remember…At some point in your life, if not already, you will likely know someone or have a family member with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Autism is not contagious…you can’t catch it.
You may not always know someone has Autism Spectrum Disorder because they may be very high functioning and have what we call Asperger’s Syndrome. Regardless of all these things, the most important thing to remember is to be accepting and patient of, as well as kind to all people because you never know their whole story!
The PBIS team would like to recognize Ms. Bailey's and Ms. Lewis' 1st block as well as Ms. Engleman's, Mr. Magnuson's and Mrs. Greer's 4th block classes for "Raising their hands before speaking". Today's classroom behavior is "Keep your hands to yourself". So use a little self control and your Dean may visit your class today with a reward!
Monday, April 29
Select Chorus will rehearse today in choral room 1
Come out tonight at 7:00pm and enjoy an evening of music performed at the 6th grade Green Band concert.
Attention 8th grade students. You can buy tickets to the 8th grade party in the mornings Tues-Fri form 8-8:30am at the school store. Completed paperwork and waivers are required at the time of purchase. Buy now and mark your calendars to celebrate with your friends one last time as middle schoolers! The year end party takes place on Friday, May 31st, at Lifetime Fitness.
Have you bought your Field Day tshirt yet? They are only $10. Don't be the only person without one! The deadline is this Friday. See your PE teacher for an order form.
Stone Hill Spirit Night this Thursday, May 2nd, is at Buffalo Wild Wings by the Dulles Wegmans. A portion of the sales will be donated back to our school. Hope to see you all there!
Join the fight against melanoma cancer on May 11, 2013. Register or make a donation for the Stone Hill Middle School's TKO Melanoma 5K walk/run and 1K Family Fun Run in loving memory of Theresa Kay O'Connor. Proceeds benefit the Melanoma Research Foundation. Race information: http://tkomelanoma.com
The Hershey Track and Field Meet will take place on Sunday, May 19th at Heritage High School in Leesburg. This is a great opportunity for student athletes to showcase their talent and their school. The first and second place finishes in each event will advance to the district meet. Registration deadline in Thursday, May 9th. See your PE Teacher for a registration form.
Today's classroom behavior is "Raising your hand before you speak". So be courteous and your Dean may visit your class today with a reward!
The American Computer Science League will meet tonight at 7:00pm in A3
Stone Hill's International Night is tonight from 6:30-8:30pm. Celebrate the diversity of our school with a wonderful Potluck and a variety of entertainment performed by students. It is free so come out and be with your friends and family.
5th graders from Creightons Corner will be visiting today. Band and orchestra students performing for our visitors should report to their respective music rooms at 9:00am this morning.
During the week of April 29th most families in Brambleton will receive a bag on their doorsteps that can be filled with food and placed on their door steps for pick up on Saturday, May 4th between 9-12 This is part of the "love thy neighbor, feed thy neighbor" campaign and all donations will support the Loudoun area food banks.
The PBIS team would like to congratulate Ms. Jessica Green's and Ms. Maitland's 2nd block class and Ms. O'Leary, Mr. Richards and Ms. Tabitha Green's 3rd block classes for "arriving to class on time". Today's behavior is "using kind words". So be courteous and your Dean may visit your class today with a reward!
Thursday, April 25
Clubs meeting today:
Multicultural Club C6
Select Chorus in the Choral room
20XX Club will meet in A6
Muslim Students' Association will not be meeting today. Only students who wish to work on the presentation for International Night should stay.
There will be NO after school practice today for the "Maroon Band", again NO band rehearsal for Maroon Band today.
ALL "Maroon Band 6" Members are to report to the band room at 9:00 A.M. this morning in preparation for today's concert for the 5th graders visiting our school.
Astronomy Club is canceled for today.
All students who participated in the Assessment Orchestra Concert should report to the orchestra room following the morning announcements.
The review session for the last science test is scheduled in Mr. Magnuson's room A12A after school today.
7th graders: Your field trip permission forms are due tomorrow, Friday.
Dont' forget about our money jar fundraiser. Students and staff are encouraged to bring in their spare change donation. Each administrator has a jar in the main office. Students can also donate money to a specific jar from through their house secretary. The competition will end on Friday May 31st. The staff member who gets the most money in their jar will be kissing a pig at LifeTime Fitness on the night of the 8th grade party.
The PBIS team would like to congratulate Mrs. Williams' 8th Block class for "being prepared for class ". Today's behavior is "arriving to class on time". So be on time and your Dean may visit your class today with a reward!
Wednesday, April 24Basketball Club will meet in the main gym
Green club in the courtyard
8th Grade Homework club is canceled for today
The 20XX Homework Clubs will not meet today. Please remember to catch your regular bus after school. The 20XX Homework Clubs will meet on Thursday, tomorrow this week.
Stingray Book Club will meet during all lunch blocks today. Students should already be signed up to attend.
Sixth grade students participating in the after school history SOL review will meet today after school. Please check in with your history teacher if you are planning to attend the dance.
The 6th & 7th grade dance is today after school. Students who have paid and handed in their permission slips will need to line up against the walls outside of the cafeteria right after school.
7th graders: Please remember to bring in your permission slip forms by Friday and remind your parents that we need chaperones for the trip to Washington, D.C.!
The Stone Hill 2013 Math Olympiad competition winner is Saunak Badam with a near perfect score of 24/25! Congratulations! The Stone Hill team has continued the tradition of placing in the top 10% of more that 3000 teams, earning them the Highest Achievement award. Our team score is 184/250. Congratulations to everyone who participated.
Stone Hill's 5th annual International Night is this Friday night from 6:30-8:30pm. Celebrate the diversity of our school with a wonderful Potluck and a variety of entertainment performed by students. It is free so come out and be with your friends and family.
The PBIS team would like to congratulate Ms. Lipovsky's 2nd block and Ms. Bubb's 4th block class for "listening while others are talking". Today's behavior is "being prepared for class ". So be prepared and your Dean may visit your class today with a reward!
Today is Administrative Professionals day! Staff and Students, be sure to stop by and say thank you to your House Secretary for all she does to help you. And give a smile and wave to those helpful front office ladies as well.
Tuesday, April 23First, 8th grade teachers: Please take attendance quickly this morning. We will be announcing dismissal for the Field trip shortly after these announcements.
The Stingray Book Club will meet tomorrow during all lunch blocks. The genre this month is Nonfiction-any topic. Students must sign up in the library by the end of today in order to attend.
Make plans to be here for Stone Hill's International Night this Friday night from 6:30-8:30pm. Celebrate the diversity of our school with a wonderful Potluck and a variety of entertainment performed by students. It is free, so come out and be with your friends and family.
The deadline to order a Yearbook is this Saturday, April 27th. Don't miss your chance. Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com and use the code #13630. The money jars are here in the main office! The Stone Hill administrators, Mr. Moore, Mrs. Day. Mr. Gulgert and all the deans have agreed to participate in a special fundraiser. Students and staff are encouraged to bring in their spare change/ or make a donation to any money jars kept in the main office. Students can also donate money to a specific jar through their house secretary. The competition will end on Friday May 31st. The staff member who gets the most money in their jar will be kissing a pig at LifeTime Fitness on the night of the 8th grade party.
The PBIS team would like to congratulate Ms. Rodriguez, Ms. Jensen, and Ms. Walker's 8th block class for "arriving to class on time". Today's behavior is "listening while others are talking". Be courteous and your Dean may visit your class today with a reward!
And speaking of being courteous, this morning 5th graders from Rosa Lee Carter will be vising Stone Hill. You may see groups of them as they tour the school today. Be sure to say hi if you see them. They are all nervous and excited about being 6th graders. Your smiles and kind words will go a long way!
Monday, April 22
Clubs meeting today:
Select Chorus in the choral room
Cartooning and Comic Book Club in C3
The Stingray Book Club will meet this Wednesday, April 24th during all lunch blocks. The genre this month is Nonfiction-any topic. Students must sign up in the library by tomorrow in order to attend.
8th Graders! Your class picture will be taken tomorrow after your return from the field trip. Make sure your order form with payment is turned in to the House A secretary by tomorrow morning.
Congratulations to the 2012-13 Stone Hill Academic Challenge Bowl team. They firmly took first place in this year's competition. All the schools showed tremendous heart but Stone Hill's team stayed cool under pressure. Check out the beautiful plaque and trophy by the auditorium. Congratulations to the team and to Coach McIlwaine. Well done team members Maya, Braeden, Louise, Sam, Amritha, Adwait, Nipun, Varsha and to Richa and Diana who supported the team all the way as alternates!
Congratulations also go out to ALL of those band and string students who participated at Solo & Ensemble Festival this past Sat. at Eagle Ridge MS. Although results will be officially posted by mid-week, it looks as though as we had close to 20 SUPERIOR ratings!!! Thank you again for all of your "PERFECT PRACTICE" and dedication to making GREAT MUSIC!
Make plans to be here for Stone Hill's International Night this Friday night from 6:30-8:30pm. Celebrate the diversity of our school with a wonderful Potluck and a variety of entertainment performed by students. It is free so come out and be with your friends and family.
The deadline to order a Yearbook is this Saturday, April 27th. Don't miss your chance. Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com and use the code #13630.
An "E-cyber mission" thumbdrive was turned in to the main office. Please stop by if it is yours.
The PBIS team would like to congratulate 4th block classes for Greer, Magnuson and Rodriguez for "keeping your hands to yourself". Today's behavior is "arriving to class on time". Be on time and your Dean may visit your class today with a reward!
Friday, April 19
American Computer Science League will meet tonight at 7:00pm in A3
Come out tonight for the Stone Hill Drama Production "Seussical Jr." The show starts at 7:00pm and the tickets are $5 at the door.
"Good Luck" to the Stone Hill Academic Challenge Team as they compete tomorrow at Mercer Middle School.
7th graders, if you are interested in finding out more about Thomas Jefferson High School, there will be an information session on April 25th at 7:00pm at Belmont Ridge Middle School. Look for the flyer on your House Board.
Kevin D., manager of Stone Hill News Team8, has an announcement to make: "Good Morning students of Stone Hill Middle School. Prepare to learn about Teachers of the Month and the wonderful and wacky Seussical Show. Make sure to remind your teachers to let you watch the program after these announcements.
The PBIS team would like to congratulate Mrs. Davidson's and Mrs. O'Meara's 5th block classes and Mrs. Khot and Ms. Bubb's 8th block classes for "raising their hands before speaking". Today's behavior is "keeping your hands to yourself". Be respectful and your Dean may visit your class today with a reward!
Clubs meeting today:
Cross Country Running club in the gym
Multicultural club, and those performing for International night, will practice in the Auxiliary Gym.
Don't miss "Suessical Jr." the Musical this Friday and Saturday night at 7:00pm. A great night of entertainment for only $5.00!
Stone Hill Middle School is pleased to announce they have two Second-Place State Winners for Virginia in this year’s eCYBERMISSION competition. The Stone Hill Middle School’s sixth grade team, coached by Peggy Jensen, consisted of: Payton R., Nikita S., and Anna T. They conducted research and designed their own experiment to identify a substance that can quickly melt ice on wintery roads while not harming the environment.
The Stone Hill’s Middle School’s seventh grade team, coached by Suzette McIlwaine, consisted of: Vijjulu I., Jahnavi P., and Sahithi V. This team conducted research and designed their own formula to disinfect surfaces. Their own natural, environmentally-friendly product outperformed a common, commercial product!
This in-depth project focuses on team collaboration, creativity, identification and solution of an authentic problem affecting the local community, and building/testing a prototype or designing/conducting an original experiment related to the problem. There were more than 3,500 teams across the country competing this year in eCYBERMISSION. Congratulations to our six outstanding girls!
The 8th grade party committee is starting a money jar fundraiser. The Stone Hill administrators, Mr. Moore, Mrs. Day. Mr. Gulgert and all the deans have agreed to participate. Bring in your spare change/ or make a donation to any of money jars kept in the main office. Each administrator will have a jar. Students can also donate money to a specific jar from through their house secretary. The competition will end the day of the 8th grade party Friday May 31st. The staff member who gets the most money in their jar will be kissing a pig at LifeTime Fitness on the night of the 8th grade party!
The PBIS team would like to congratulate 4th block classes for Ms. Drew, Ms. Yaneva, Ms.Gillem, Ms. O'Leary and Ms. Tabitha Green, as well as Mrs. Hernandez's class for "using kind words". Today the PBIS team is looking for classes that "raise their hand before you speak". Make sure you raise your hand because your Dean may visit your class today with a reward!
Student of the Month winners for March are:
8th grade
Penguins - Gabrielle G. and Ashvin V.
Sharks - Aditya G. and Vienna G.
Sea Lions - Charlee S. and Nick R.
7th Grade
Starfish - Harshita P. and Naman B.
Sea Turtles - Melanie L. and Nathan D.
Sea Horses - Caitlyn A. and Uday S.
6th Grade
Dolphins - Ellie D., Shivani S., Phillip Justen W. and Mohammed N.
Piranhas - Nikita S. and Aryan H.
Barracudas - Ana B. and Akhil G.
Wednesday, April 17
Clubs meeting today:
SAC in the back of the auditorium
Soccer Club in the main gym
Green club will meet in the courtyard
A note for the Basketball/Soccer clubs. The last day for your club will be May 1st, which will be a Soccer club day.
ALL STUDENTS IN THE MULTI-CULTURAL CLUB AND THOSE PERFORMING FOR INTERNATIONAL NIGHT WILL PRACTICE, tomorrow, THURS. IN THE AUX. GYM. YOU MUST HAVE A PERMISSION SLIP AND PLEASE BRING YOUR MUSIC ON A CD.
Congratulations to Arul K., a student in Ms. Lipovsky's 6th grade Language Arts class, for having his essay titled "Computer or Paper Homework", published on the Poetic Power website.
Mr Mashiro's Orchestra students who were supposed to bring in Hershey trip money must do so by the end of this week.
Attention all students who would like to honor one of stone Hills fantastic teachers or staff members. Pick up a green ballot and take a minute today to enter the name of a Stonehill staff member who is worthy to be honored on Fridays news show
The PBIS team would like to congratulate Jessica Thomas's 6th block, Mrs. Rust's 8th Block and Mrs. Garman's 8th block class for "arriving to class on time". Today the PBIS team is looking for classes that "use kind words". Make sure you are using kind words because your Dean may visit your class today with a reward!
Don't miss the Drama Performance "Suessical Jr." this Friday and Saturday night at 7:00pm in the Stone Hill Auditorium. Tickets are only $5 and will be on sale all week before school from 8-8:30 and at each show. Concessions will be available.
Tuesday, April 16
The Stingray Book Club will be meeting NEXT Wednesday, April 24 during each lunch shift. The topic will be Nonfiction--any topic. Students interested in attending should sign up in the library.
Stop by Sweet Frog tonight and enjoy a treat. A portion of the proceeds will be donated toward the 8th grade fundraiser.
8th graders, remember to wear your High School tshirts on your field trip tomorrow. The rest of the tshirts will be distributed in Resource today. If you did not receive yours by 8th block today, stop by the main office.
Don't miss the Drama Performance "Suessical Jr." this Friday and Saturday night at 7:00pm in the Stone Hill Auditorium. Tickets are only $5 and will be on sale all week before school from 8-8:30 and at each show. Concessions will be available.
7th graders, if you are interested in finding out more about Thomas Jefferson High School, there will be an information session next week on April 25th at 7:00pm at Belmont Ridge Middle School. Look for the flyer on your House Board.
This week the 8th grade party committee will be starting a money jar fundraiser. The Stone Hill administrators, Mr. Moore, Mrs. Day. Mr. Gulgert and all the deans have agreed to participate. Students and staff will be encouraged to bring in their spare change/ or make a donation to a number of money jars kept in the main office. Each administrator will have a jar. Students can also donate money to a specific jar through their house secretary. The competition will end the day of the 8th grade party Friday May 31st. The staff member who gets the most money in their jar will be wearing a dress and kissing a pig at LifeTime Fitness on the night of the 8th grade party. So let's work at getting Mr. Chi to plant a big wet one on that pig!!!!
The PBIS team would like to congratulate These classes for "being prepared for class" yesterday. Ms. Gammache, Mr. Samples, Mr. Woodard, Mr. Tilghman and Block one of Ms. Cernev and Mr. Fox's classes. Today the PBIS team is looking for classes that "arrive to class on time". Make sure you are in your class on time because your Dean may visit your class today with a reward!
A phone was lost yesterday. A black windows 8 phone in a black otter case. If found please turn in to the main office.
Monday, April 15
Drama Club will be rehearsing after school all week.
The Stingray Book Club will meet this Wednesday, April 17th during all lunch blocks. The genre this month is Nonfiction any topic. Students must sign up in the library by tomorrow in order to attend.
Don't miss the Drama Performance "Suessical Jr." this Friday and Saturday night at 7:00pm in the Stone Hill Auditorium. Tickets are only $5 and will be on sale all this week before school from 8-8:30 and at each show. Concessions will be available.
The 8th grade panoramic picture will be taken next week on Tuesday,April 23rd after the field trip. It is a great way to remember your classmates before heading off to high school. Cost is $15. Pick up an order form in the House A office or in Auditorium Resource. Orders with payment must be turned in to House A before April 23rd.
Join the fight against melanoma cancer on May 11, 2013. Register or make a donation for the Stone Hill Middle School's TKO Melanoma 5K walk/run and 1K Family Fun Run in loving memory of Theresa Kay O'Connor. Proceeds benefit the Melanoma Research Foundation. Race information: http://tkomelanoma.com
Remember there are discount registration codes available for the 5K run/walk coming up next Month on May 11. To get your discount code please see Mr. Assur, Mr. Richards or Ms. Crissman. There are a limited number available so don't wait!
8th Grade students interested in being on the BWHS Volleyball team next fall should attend an informational meeting with their parents tomorrow night at 7:00pm in the BWHS Auditorium
For the next month, House Deans will be stopping by classrooms to reward students that are meeting the "behavior motivator of the day". Each morning a particular behavior will be announced for that day. If your class is visited and the teacher confirms that the class is following the daily behavior, the Dean will distribute a prize. Classes who receive prizes will be announced the next day. So to start off...Today's behavior is...... "being prepared for class"
Friday, April 12
American Computer Science League will meet tonight at 7:00pm in A3
The PE department would like to congratulate 8th grader Ryan R. for breaking the Stone Hill record for the PACER. Ryan ran a 132 and is now the top runner in school history! Congratulations.
We are proud to announce the Stone Hill Middle School Academic Team for 2013. This team will represent Stone Hill at the Academic Challenge at Mercer Middle School on Saturday, April 20. The students are:
Maya R.
Braeden M.
Louise S.
Sam L.
Amritha J
Adwait S.
Nipun M.
Varsha V.
Alternates: Diana C. and Richa G.
Congratulations to each of these team members. Please report to the Spectrum classroom at this time for a brief meeting with Mrs. Mcilwaine.
Don't miss the Drama Performance "Suessical Jr." next Friday and Saturday night, April 19th and 20th at 7:00pm in the Stone Hill Auditorium. Tickets are only $5 and will be on sale before school next week from 8-8:30. Concessions will be available.
The Stone Hill/TKO Melonoma 5K race/walk takes place on Saturday, May 11. There are a limited number of discount codes available for students who will be participating that will save them money off the registration fee. To get your discount code, please see either Mr. Assur, Mr. Richards or Ms. Crissman.
In honor of Autism Awareness Month, today's coffee cart staff will be selling student created cards. Packs of 4 hand stamped cards are available for $2.00.
Attention Stone Hill students and Teachers: Today’s News Show will cover our new “TEACHER FEATURE” as well as segments on the
N – C Double –A playoffs and the upcoming School Play “Seussical”.
Be sure to tune in right after announcements are over.
Thursday, April 11
Clubs meeting today:
Astronomy Club in A12A
Muslim Students Assoc in C5C
Drama Club in the auditorium
Students performing at International Night will meet in Room C 6.
Select Choir will not meet today; Select Chorus is canceled
The Stone Hill/TKO Melonoma 5K race/walk takes place on Saturday, May 11. There are a limited number of discount codes available for students who will be participating that will save them money off the registration fee. To get your discount code, please see either Mr. Assur, Mr. Richards or Ms. Crissman.
The Continental Math League Competition is completed for this school year. Our top 3 winners for each grade are:
8th Grade:
1st place: Louise S and Nipun M
2nd place: Clara N
3rd Place: Deepshika D
7th Grade:
1st place: Nithin D and Shreyan J
2nd place: Rohan B
3rd place: Amitesh K
6th Grade:
1st place: Siddharth D
2nd place: Saunak B
3rd place: Paul N
An earring was found in the girls bathroom near the gym on Tuesday. It is heart shaped with diamonds on it.
There are also keys and glasses in the main office. Make sure to check all the lost and found areas in each House office and the lunch room if you are missing anything.
Wednesday, April 10
Clubs meeting today:
FCCLA in the FACS kitchen
Stingray Salutes in C17C
Basketball Club in the main gym
Drama Club in the auditorium
Green Club in the courtyard
8th Grade students trying out for the Stone Hill Academic Challenge team should meet in the cafeteria after school
All Students performing at International Night will meet tomorrow after school in Room C 6.
Report cards will be handed out in Homeroom at the end of 8th block today.
Don't miss the FCCLA Baby Shower tomorrow from 3:30 - 4:20pm. Stay for games, prizes and fun. To attend, you need to bring at least one baby item that will be donated to the Mobile Hope Center.
For the next three weeks, on Thursdays and Fridays only, the Stone Hill PTO will be selling snacks and candy during all Resource blocks. All items will cost $1 each so please bring exact change. Profits will go towards the 8th grade end of year party.
Eyeglasses were found in House C -- They are Purple and in a case that has My Eye Dr. on it.
Why is it called Autism Spectrum Disorder? The effects that Autism has on individuals differ from person to person. Some people diagnosed with Autism are non-verbal, which means they do not speak or speak very little, and require assistance to complete day to day tasks. Others are high functioning, intelligent individuals who participate daily in school, work and independent activities, just like you and me. These people are usually considered to have Asperger’s Syndrome. Did you know that it is suspected that Albert Einstein, Bill Gates, Tim Burton and Steve Jobs all may have been or may be on the Autism Spectrum?
Drama Rehearsal after school today for Songs only.
Stone Spirit Night is at Fuddruckers tonight! We hope to see many of you there to enjoy great food and support the school.
The Academic Challenge is taking place on Saturday, April 20th. 8th Grade students who would like to be on the Stone Hill team can tryout after school tomorrow, Wednesday, April 10th.
Monday, April 8
Clubs meeting today:
Bollywood Beats in the Aux
Cartooning and Comic Book Club in C3
Drama Club in the Auditorium
Green Club in the courtyard (Canceled)
8th graders trying out for the Academic Challenge team please report to the cafeteria after school today.
Students auditioning for the talent show today should report to the chorus room immediately after school. You must have your signed after school activity permission slip and any accompaniment tracks needed. Students will not be able to use YouTube for an accompaniment! Please see Mr. Markwood with any questions.
Congratulations to 7th grader Akhil R. who became the Virginia State Champion of the National Geographic Bee last Friday. He will advance to the national competition which will be held in Washington DC on May 20-22. Well done Akhil!
Tomorrow, April 9th, is Spirit Night at Fuddruckers. Bring your family and friends. Support Stone Hill and have a great meal!
Don't miss the FCCLA Baby Shower this Thursday, April 11th, from 3:30 - 4:20pm. Stay for games, prizes and fun. To attend, you need to bring at least one baby item that will be donated to the Mobile Hope Center.
We still have 13 purple sunglasses available to support the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation in memory of Cameron Carter. You may purchase them for $3 in the main office.
Thursday, April 5
American Computer Science league will meet tonight at 7:00pm in A3
The Academic Challenge is taking place on Saturday, April 20th. 8th Grade students who would like to be on the Stone Hill team can tryout after school on Monday, April 8th.
Next Tuesday, April 9th, is Spirit Night at Fuddruckers. Mark your calendars and bring your family and friends. Support Stone Hill and have a great meal!
Today Stonehill NewsNow will feature activities going on in your classroom. Find out today which Stonehill students are learning the language of the gladiators and also how to vote for a teacher that has made a difference in your life.
Did you know? That Autism is a disorder that causes those with it to experience the world differently from the way most others do? It's hard for individuals with autism to talk with other people and express themselves using words. Individuals who have autism usually keep to themselves and many can't communicate without special help.
It is also National Poetry Month. On Mondays and Fridays we will share a short poem. Today's poem is by Emily Dickenson:
"A word is dead
when it is said,
some say.
I say it just
begins to live
that day".
Wednesday, April 4
Clubs meeting today:
Scientific Speakers Society in B3
Cross Country Running will meet in front of the school.
Select Chorus in the choral room
International Night auditions will take place in classroom C6 right after school today
Students, invite your parents to stop by the book fair tomorrow morning between 7:45-8:30 for a special "Breakfast and Books" event. This is for parents only to browse for books and enjoy a breakfast treat.
The deadline to buy your yearbook is near!
Follow the link on the Stone Hill website to order.
Don't miss the FCCLA Baby Shower next week on Thursday, April 11 from 3:30 - 4:20pm. Stay for games, prizes and fun. To attend, you need to bring at least one baby item that will be donated to the Mobile Hope Center.
Tuesday, April 3
Clubs meeting today:
Green Club will meet in the courtyard. Be dressed for dirt and mud.
SAC will meet in auditorium
Soccer Club is canceled today
Today is our college awareness day. Teachers will be sharing information about their college and the tuition and fees in class today.
Do you have a unique talent? The Multicultural Club is looking for acts that celebrate our school's cultural diversity to perform at International Night on April 26th. Sign-up in your house office in order to audition on April 4th after School.
Students, invite your parents to stop by the book fair this Friday morning between 7:45-8:30 for a special "Breakfast and Books" event. This is for parents only to browse for books and enjoy a breakfast treat.
Remember that tomorrow, Thursday, will be "Dress for Success Day" All staff and students are encouraged to dress as they would for a job interview.
April is Autism Awareness Month and here is your fact for the day...
Did you know that Autism affects 1 in 88 children? That means that at least one student in every three of your classes is likely diagnosed with Autism.
Pay attention to the announcements for the remainder of the month to learn more about Autism and to hear about when we will have "Blue Out Days".
Monday, April 2
Welcome back everyone!
Some great events happening tonight!
1st, join us for Fine Arts Night from 6:30-8:00pm. Come out with your family to enjoy music, art and complimentary refreshments.
2nd, While you are here, stop into the Media Center and browse the first day of the Book Fair. Also open until 8:00pm.
The first day of auditions for Stone Hill's 5th annual Talent Show will be held tomorrow after school in room Choral 1. Make sure you have read through the information packet outside Mr. Markwood's door and remember that all students MUST bring a signed after school activity permission slip to participate. Auditions will also be held next Monday and Wednesday, April 8 and 10, so sign up today!
This week is also COLLEGE and CAREER WEEK!
- Today Staff will have their door decorated with college memorabilia, all staff will be sharing information regarding the college they attended.
- Tomorrow April 3rd, is College Spirit Day. All students and staff are encouraged to wear college t-shirts/sweatshirts or jerseys
-Thursday and Friday will be Career Days. We will have Career Day presenters in all resource classes, so students please plan to complete all homework at home.
-Thursday will be a "Dress for Success Day" All staff and students are encouraged to dress as they would for a job interview
-On Friday we will judge the College Door Decorations
Do you have a unique talent from around the world?
The Multicultural Club is looking for acts that celebrate our school's cultural diversity to perform at International Night on April 26th. Students should sign-up in their house office in order to audition on April 4th after School.
Green Club members will be meeting after school tomorrow, Wednesday. Students should come dressed for dirt and mud.
Attention musicians who signed up to perform in tonight's art festival.... Please check in with Mrs. Lanham sometime today to confirm your performance place and time.
Students who ride Bus 421, and have not already done so, please stop by your House office for a Respectful Ray.
8th graders who applied to the CAMPUS program next year please see Mrs. Alberth after announcements.
Finally, those 8th grade students who still have to make up the short paper portion of the writing SOL should report to the main office at this time.
Friday, March 22
Students and Staff: The week after Spring Break the Counseling Department will host a COLLEGE and CAREER WEEK! Please plan ahead for the following events:
- Tuesday the 2nd we will have a door decorating contest with college memorabilia, all staff will be sharing information regarding the college they attended in all classes
- Wednesday April 3rd we will have a College Spirit Day. All students and staff are encouraged to wear college t-shirts/sweatshirts or jerseys- Staff may wear jeans!
-Thursday and Friday will be Career Days. We will have Career Day presenters in all resource classes, so students please plan to complete all homework at home.
-Thursday will be a "Dress for Success Day" All staff and students are encouraged to dress as they would for a job interview
-Friday will be day we judge the College Door Decorations
And remember to mark your calendars now for Stone Hill's Fine Arts Night On Tuesday, April 2nd from 6:30pm-8:00pm. Come and browse through all the great art and enjoy complimentary refreshments. There will be live musical performances by students in each of the house areas from 7:00-7:30pm. All students must be accompanied by an adult or guardian. This is a family event.
Today’s news will continue the theme about “Stone hill students helping each other. Last Friday’s show featured Mr.rosseenveld’s music lab classes. The Sixth grade students made posters of their favorite cause to go with the music.” Each of the stories we covered last week was about people raising money for special causes. Today you will see the pi episode.. enjoy!
Lost in the auditorium this morning: Pink Ipod Mini - please turn in at the main office if found.
A House key was found in House C. It is on a black key ring.
6th graders: the front of all the lockers must be clean and clear of all decorations by the end of today
Student of the Month winners for February are:
8th grade
Penguins - Donald C and Mary K
Sharks - Shreya T and Daniel L
Sea Lions - Daniel D and Soomin C
7th Grade
Starfish - Conor P and Caroline B
Sea Turtles - Samantha R and Sarim A
Sea Horses - Jahnavi P and Akhil R
6th Grade
Dolphin - Michelle H, Esther L, Gray K and Kevin P
Piranha - Alicia P and Aiden V
Barracuda - Mackenzie B and Dylan P
We would like these students to come to the main office at this time for their lanyard and picture
Thursday, March 21
Clubs meeting today:
Scientific Speakers Society in B3
Astronomy Club is canceled
Drama Rehearsal is canceled
Yesterday a black northfleece jacket was lost in Mrs. Lanhams music room. The black jacket has a student's house keys in the front pocket. Please return the jacket to Mrs. Lanham it turns up thanks!!
Congratulations to the four Stone Hill Choirs that performed last night at the District 16 Middle School Choral Assessment. The Eighth Grade and Select Choirs received all Superior Ratings and the Seventh Grade Boys and Girls Choirs received Excellent Ratings. A special shout out goes to the Select Chorus for receiving a perfect score on their sight reading. Now that the Stone Hill Band, Orchestra, and Chorus have all received Superior Ratings at their respective Assessments, Stone Hill will be named a Blue Ribbon school for music for the first time. This is a great accomplishment. Congratulations again to all of the students that made this possible!
Mark your calendars now for Stone Hill's Fine Arts Night On Tuesday, April 2nd from 6:30pm-8:00pm. Stone Hill hallways and house areas will be filled with artwork from our own Stingray students in honor of Youth Art Month. Be sure to take time to browse through all the great art and enjoy complimentary refreshments throughout the evening. There will also be live musical performances by students in each of the house areas from 7:00-7:30pm. Note: Students may not be dropped off for this event. All students must be accompanied by an adult or guardian. This is a family event.
Do you have a unique talent from around the world?
The Multicultural Club is looking for acts that celebrate our school's cultural diversity (@ International Night 4/26/2013)
Perhaps you can sing the blues or play jazz.
Maybe you know a solo in another language.
Can you drum a worldly beat?
Perhaps Bollywood or K-Pop is your thing!
Please sign-up at each house office in order to audition on April 4th after School.
Wednesday, March 20
Clubs meeting today:
8th Grade Homework Club in A7
Hip Hop Club in the cafeteria
Soccer Club in the main gym
Drama Club will meet in B17B. Only for dancers and major singers. (Thursday afterschool rehearsal is canceled)
Ms. DeWees's review session WILL begin immediately after school.
SAC is canceled until after Spring Break
The Bible club is canceled for tomorrow morning.
We have purple sunglasses for sale in the main office. The sunglasses were sold at Briar Woods in memory of Cameron Carter and the proceeds go directly to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. They are only $3.00. Stop by the main office anytime to purchase.
The Stone Hill PTO will be selling snacks and candy through 6th, 7th and 8th grade resources at 9am Wednesday and Thursday. All items will cost $1 each so please bring exact change. Profits will go towards the 8th grade end of year party.
Mark your calendars now for Stone Hill's Fine Arts Night On Tuesday, April 2nd from 6:30pm-8:00pm. Stone Hill hallways and house areas will be filled with artwork from our own Stingray students in honor of Youth Art Month. Be sure to take time to browse through all the great art and enjoy complimentary refreshments throughout the evening. There will also be live musical performances by students in each of the house areas from 7:00-7:30pm. Note: Students may not be dropped off for this event. All students must be accompanied by an adult or guardian. This is a family event.
Tuesday, March 19
Select Chorus will rehearse after school today in the auditorium.
Students who play a solo instrument, like guitar or piano, are invited to perform at the SHMS Fine Arts Night on Tuesday, April 2nd. Pick up a form outside Mrs. Lanham's room if you are interested.
The Stone Hill PTO will be selling snacks and candy through 6th, 7th and 8th grade resources at 9am Wednesday and Thursday. All items will cost $1 each so please bring exact change. Profits will go towards the 8th grade end of year party.
Monday, March 18
Clubs meeting today:
Multicultural Club in the Library
Yearbook Club in the Computer Lab
Bollywood Beats is canceled today
The Stingray Book Club will meet this Wednesday, March 20th, during each Lunch Block. The subject is "non-fiction - any subject". You must sign up in the library by the end of the day tomorrow in order to attend.
Congratulations to the members of the Stingray Orchestra for receiving a Superior rating at the District 16 Assessment this weekend, and for becoming the top ranked middle school orchestra in Loudoun County.
Congratulations to stone hill's all-county guitar representatives on their amazing concert Saturday! Students performed a piece by Leo Welch and met the composer on stage....the group received straight "A"s for their final performance evaluation! Great job guitar students!!!
We have purple sunglasses for sale in the main office. The sunglasses were sold at Briar Woods in memory of Cameron Carter and the proceeds go directly to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. They are only $3.00. Stop by the main office anytime to purchase.
Math Counts meets tonight at 6:00pm in A3
American Computer Science League at 7:00pm in A3
Attention yearbook club members - please be working on your pages over the weekend. Our deadline is ONE week away!
We have the winners of the 2013 Virginia Math League Competition that took place on February 26. They are:
8th grade
1st Richa G
2nd Ashvin V
3rd Nipun M, Diana C, Varun R
7th grade
1st Shreyan J
2nd Naman B
3rd Amitesh K, Rohan B, Udhanth M
6th grade
1st Darsh P
2nd Jaswant K, Sneha B
3rd Srija P, Sagar S
After today's announcements, be sure to tune in to this week's Stone Hill News Show with special coverage of yesterday's Pi day activities! Teachers, you'll find it on the I drive under News Show.
Students who play a solo instrument, like guitar or piano, are invited to perform at the SHMS Fine Arts Night on Tuesday, April 2nd. Pick up a form outside Mrs. Lanham's room if you are interested.
Thursday, March 14
Happy PI Day!
Clubs meeting today:
Scientific Speakers Society in B3
Cross Country Running Club meet in the main gym
Muslim Students Assoc in C5C
Astronomy Club is canceled for today
6th Grade Reading Group A, with Ms Lewis, is CANCELED today. We will meet again next Thursday.
Congratulations to 7th grader Akhil R, who has qualified to represent Stone Hill at the state level of the National Geographic Bee. The state Bee will be held on Friday, April 5th at Longwood University. Well done Akhil and we wish you luck!
Also, 106 students from Loudoun County will compete in the 31st Annual Loudoun Regional Spelling Bee. The Bee will be held at 6:30 p.m. tonight, March 14th, at Stone Bridge High School. Three Stone Hill students have qualified and will represent our school. Congratulations and good luck to:
Pranav R
Karthik B
Nipun M
Hey Students! Perhaps you've noticed the large 1000 piece puzzle about the elements that is set up in the library by the reading area. If you enjoy puzzles, stop by and spend a few minutes helping to put it together.
Calling all talented students, faculty and staff. Stone Hill will host its 5th Annual Talent Show on Friday, May 10. We are looking for a variety of talent to make this the best show yet! If you are interested in participating, audition information is available outside of room Choral 1. Contact Mr. Markwood with any questions.
Lastly, We hope to see everyone at Briar Woods HS tonight to cheer on our Stone Hill staff as they take on Eagle Ridge in Basketball. Game time is 7:30pm. Remember, it'a a PINK OUT, and all of our admission proceeds will benefit the Susan B. Komen foundation. Go Stingrays!
Wednesday, March 13 Clubs meeting today:
8th grade homework club in A7
Stingray Salutes in C17C
Basketball Club in the main gym
Drama Club in the auditorium
8th grade Science SOL Review is canceled for today. You will meet next Wednesday.
8th graders. Permission slips for the High School Field Trips are past due. If you still need to turn one in, please do so as soon as possible to be able to take part in the visit.
Today's PALS Activity has been moved to tomorrow, Thursday. All PALS members that turned in a permission form on for Wednesday, must get permission for them to stay on Thursday.
The Library will not be open after school today (Wednesday). We will be staying open late on Thursday instead. Of course, the Library is always available after school if a teacher is staying after to work with students.
Tomorrow is PI day. 12 students from each house area will find a yellow PI symbol in their locker tomorrow morning. The PI symbol is good for a free dessert from our cafeteria. Please bring the PI and get your dessert if you are lucky enough to find one.
In honor of PI day, SAC will be hosting "Pi a teacher" tomorrow during all lunch blocks! So make sure you bring money to get a chance to throw a pie at your favorite teachers! $1 to throw from 5 feet away, $5 to throw from one foot away.
Don't miss the Stone Hill and Eagle Ridge staff Basketball game tomorrow night! Game time is 7:30pm at Briar Woods HS. Tickets are just $3 for students and $5 for adults. This will be a PINK OUT and all of our admission proceeds will be donated to the Susan B. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.
One more congratulations to all of our Odyssey of the Mind teams this year! We want to give a special shout out to the team members of the two teams that placed 1st in their categories and will head to the state competition on April 13th at John Champe High School. On the "Tumble-wood" 1st place team, congratulations go out to Deepshika, Risha, Sruthi, Armitha, Varsha and Nidhi. Also placing 1st in their category was "The email Must go Through" team which consisted of Vignesh, Siddharth, Alisha, Udhanth, Vandana and Ravi.
The deadline to buy your yearbook is drawing near!
Buy it soon to help you remember all the great memories that have happened here!
Follow the link on the Stone Hill website to order.
Mrs. Rust's Keyboarding classes will meet in Room A3 in house A today.
Ms. Greer's 4th block English class will test during 2nd block today in Computer Lab 1.
The deadline to buy your yearbook is drawing near!
Buy it soon to help you remember all the great memories that have happened here!
Follow the link on the Stone Hill website to order.
The Stone Hill Boys 7th grade team followed up their County Championship from last year by winning the Loudoun County Basketball Championship again this past Sunday afternoon at Tuscarora High School. Their victory constituted the first back to back championship in school history. They defeated a tough Belmont Ridge 38 to 25 with a stifling defense and timely shooting.
The 2013 Championship team is:
James L
Miles L
Ayush M
Nathan D
Cameron T
Drew M
Ethan T
Kevin M
Corey B
Nick S
Hunter E
Also noteworthy are 6th graders Vishal K, Sai Raj K, & Gautam L. Together they took 9th place in the K-8 section at the Virginia State Scholastic Chess Championships held last weekend at Longwood University in Farmville, VA. In the individual standings, Vishal finished in 5th place overall.
Monday, March 11 Clubs meeting today:
Math Olympiad in C10
Bollywood Beats in the Aux Gym
Cartooning Club in C3
Mrs. Drew's after school math help is cancelled this afternoon. Retakes only are still available with Mrs. Yaneva
Ms. McCormick's after school review session will be held in room B3. You must have parent permission to stay.
Congratulations to the Stone Hill Stingray Band. They received straight "A"s in their assessment this last weekend. Well done!
Don't miss the Stone Hill and Eagle Ridge staff Basketball game. Game time is 7:30pm on Thursday, March 14th at Briar Woods HS. Tickets are just $3 for students and $5 for adults. This will be a PINK OUT and all of our admission proceeds will be donated to the Susan B. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.
8th graders! Your field trip permission forms for the high school visits were due back last week. Don't miss this opportunity to visit your high school for next year. Please return them to your English teacher if you have not done so already.
The SAC will host "PI a Teacher" day this Thursday during all lunches. Make sure to bring $1 for one pie! More details will be coming your way.
Friday, March 8
Math Counts meets tonight at 6:00pm in A3
American Computer Science League at 7:00pm in A3
Stay tuned right after today's announcements to watch Stone Hill's first ever News Show! Mrs. Lanham's Communications classes have been working on special news stories to share with you each Friday morning. This morning you will hear students from each class introduce themselves as members of the Stone Hill News Team. We hope you enjoy the program.
To All Teachers: Today is Coffee Cart day! Please place your orders or put your magnets outside your classroom!
Thursday, March 7
Clubs meeting today:
Scientific Speakers Society in B3
Select Chorus in the Choral room
Don't miss the Stone Hill and Eagle Ridge staff Basketball game. Game time is 7:30pm on Thursday, March 14th at Briar Woods HS. Tickets are just $3 for students and $5 for adults. This will be a PINK OUT and all of our admission proceeds will be donated to the Susan B. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.
We hope to see many of you at Fuddruckers tonight! It's Stone Hill spirit night, so enjoy a great meal, good company and support our school1
Select Chorus will NOT rehearse today after school.
The District Choral Assessment has been rescheduled for Wednesday and Thursday, March 20-21. There will not be any chorus performances today. Please see Mrs. Lanham or Mr. Markwood with any questions.
The Orchestra and All county Guitar will rehearse today after school
Tuesday, March 5
Don't miss the Stone Hill and Eagle Ridge staff Basketball game. Game time is 7:30pm on Thursday, March 14th at Briar Woods HS. Tickets are just $3 for students and $5 for adults. This will be a PINK OUT and all of our admission proceeds will be donated to the Susan B. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.
Spring Spirit Wear is now available to order online. Purchase today and you'll get it in time to wear it at the basketball game!
Summer in the Arts will be June 17-28 this year. Registration is now open! Check out all the class offerings. You will find classes offered by our own Art Teachers Ms.Welty and Ms. Kehoe. The class is called Simple Screamers. Other classes about podcasting, digital image editing and web media publishing are being taught by Mr. Jones. Spots fill up quickly so register soon! Go to www.lcps.org and enter "Summer in the Arts" in the search window.
Calling all talented students, faculty and staff. Stone Hill will host its 5th Annual Talent Show on Friday, May 10. We are looking for a variety of talent to make this the best show yet. If you might be interested in participating, audition information is available outside of room Choral 1. Please contact Mr. Markwood with any questions.
Select Chorus will rehearse after school in the auditorium.
Monday, March 4
3/4/2013
Clubs meeting today:
Math Olympiad in C10
FCCLA in FACS
Multicultural Club in the Media Center
The Yearbook Club is canceled for today.
Bollywood Beats is also canceled today.
What is Electronic Waste, also known as e-waste? E-waste is all and any electronics that are thrown away. When such electronics are not disposed of properly, they are shipped to third world countries where they are broken down for their precious metals. These processes, which are not done safely, are harmful to people as well as the environment. You can help so many people by just recycling your electronics to a trusted facility. Electronics can be properly disposed of at specialized electronic waste plants. Disposing your electronics there will reduce the detrimental effects on people around the world. Stone Hill MS Spectrum students will be coordinating an E-Waste collection drive this Spring. More information and collection dates will be sent out soon.
Permission slips for the afterschool PALS cooking activity need to be turned in to Mr. Allen's 6th grade guidance office by Wednesday, March 6th.
Odyssey of the Mind Regional competition was held on Saturday, March 2nd. 10 teams from Stone Hill participated in the competition. Coach Jenny Milo's team placed 3rd in "Classics...ARTchitecture: The Musical". Coach Rachel Pritchard's team placed 3rd in "Pet Project".
Coach Archana Mandadi's team placed 1st in "Tumble-wood". They are headed to the State Competition on April 13, at John Champe High School. Congratulations to the team members - Deepshika, Richa, Sruthi, Amritha, Varsha, and Nidhi.
Congratulations to ALL Stone Hill teams for their hard work, team spirit, and a job well done!
Eighth Grade Chorus will rehearse in the cafeteria after school.
Kindle was found in House B Friday afternoon. Please come to the main office if it’s yours.
Reminder to the 8th grade Teachers who teach 8th block, Permission forms for the 9th grade Orientation trips are in your main office mail boxes and need to be distributed TODAY 8th block!
Math Counts meets tonight at 6:00pm in A3
American Computer Science League at 7:00pm in A3
Last call for raffle prizes
Prize winning tickets have these last three numbers
459
534
483
440
Summer in the Arts registration opens today! There are many great classes to choose from. Check out all the offerings, particularly the class offered by our own Ms.Welty and Ms. Kehoe. The class is called Simple Screamers. It's a fun and creative art class. Spots fill up quickly so register soon! Go to www.lcps.org and enter "Summer in the Arts" in the search window.
Remember, the next match up between our Stone Hill Staff and Eagle Ridge will be a Basketball game. Game time is 7:30pm on Thursday, March 14th at Briar Woods HS. Tickets are just $3 for students and $5 for adults. This will be a PINK OUT and all of our admission proceeds will be donated to the Susan B. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.
Spring Spirit Wear is now available to order online. Your parents should have received an email with order information. Get your own Pink Stone Hill tshirt and wear it at the basketball game!
Thursday, February 28 Clubs meeting today:
Astronomy Club in A12A
Cross Country running club meet in the main gym
The Muslim Students Assoc is canceled for today.
Scientific Speakers Society is also canceled.
Seventh Grade Chorus members will rehearse after school today. Girls should report to the cafeteria and boys should report to Mr. Markwood's room.
A shout out to the Stingray band and their great pre-festival concert last night.
Everyone is invited to attend the Pre-Festival Choral Concert tonight at 7 p.m. at Briar Woods High School. The Eighth Grade Chorus and Select Chorus will be performing along with the three choirs from Briar Woods. Come out to hear some great music and to support the chorus students from Stone Hill. We hope to see some of you there!
We still have 4 unclaimed prizes from the environmental raffle. Prizes not claimed by this Friday will be forfeited and donated elsewhere.
Ticket numbers are:
568459
568534
568483
568440
Please stop by the main office to claim your prize.
In honor of Dr. Seuss and Read Across America day, we will have a Dr. Seuss Comfy, Cozy spirit day tomorrow, Friday. Wear your Dr. Seuss attire, or your comfiest school-appropriate clothing.
After school today:
The Basketball Club will meet in the main gym
8th grade Chorus will rehearse after school
The next match up between our Stone Hill Staff and Eagle Ridge will be a Basketball game. Game time is 7:30pm on Thursday, March 14th at Briar Woods HS. Tickets are just $3 for students and $5 for adults. This will be a PINK OUT and all of our admission proceeds will be donated to the Susan B. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.
Spring Spirit Wear is now available to order online. Your parents should have received an email yesterday with order information. Get your own Pink Stone Hill tshirt and wear it at the basketball game!
Tuesday, February 26
Chorus students participating in the Classic Cookie Fundraiser need to turn in their orders with payment to Mr. Markwood or Mrs. Lanham by the end of school TODAY.
Select Chorus will rehearse after school today in room Choral 1.
The Stone Hill 6th Grade Hoop team finished the season winning 6 out of their last 7 games and tied for 4th place in the final regular season standings. We have our first playoff game next Sunday at 3 at Harper Park. Go Stingrays!
We still have a four unclaimed prizes from the raffle last week. If you hold any of the following tickets please come to the main office to claim your prize.
568459
568534
568483
568440
Do you like to Doodle? Do you like the different Google logo designs? Ms. Kehoe’s 7th grade art classes are participating in the national “Doodle 4 Google” contest by redesigning the Google logo. The contest is open to all students. The theme for this year is “My Best Day Ever…” If you would like to participate in the contest please stop by Ms. Kehoe’s room in Art 1 to get entry form papers and more information!
Monday, February 25
Clubs after school today:
Math Olympiad in C10
Yearbook Club in Computer Lab 1
Bollywood Beats in the Aux gym
Cartooning Club in C3
Drama Club in the Main Gym
All Seventh Grade Chorus students will have rehearsal after school today. Boys will report to room Choral 1 and girls will report to the auditorium.
Attention Spectrum students in 6th and 7th grade: All field trip permission forms are due tomorrow to either Mrs. Mcilwaine or Mrs. Jensen
Do you like to Doodle? Do you like the different Google logo designs? Ms. Kehoe’s 7th grade art classes are participating in the national "Doodle 4 Google" contest by redesigning the Google logo. The contest is open to all students. The theme for this year is "My Best Day Ever…" If you would like to participate in the contest please stop by Ms. Kehoe’s room in Art 1 to get entry form papers and more information!
The National STEM Video Game Challenge is now enrolling individuals or teams from middle schools or high schools to submit an original video game. All games must be submitted by April 24. Log on to stemchallenge.org to find out more.
Monroe Technology Center is hosting another Summer Career Camp. It takes place from June 10-14 and is open to rising 6th, 7th and 8th grade students. Registration deadline is April 24th. Applications are available online at www.lcps.org/mtc or in the main office.
Teachers, if you are planning to stay for the rising 6th grade parent information night tomorrow please email Faye in the main office if you would like to be included for Pizza.
Congratulations to the following students for being selected to the 2013 All-Virginia Middle School Honor Choir. They were selected out of over 750 students that auditioned and will represent Stone Hill by participating in the All-Virginia Choir on April 25-27 in Mechanicsville, VA.
Vibha B
Karthik B
Seth C
Jordan G
Kevin L
James L
Ayush M
JD M
Mohith P
Carter W
Andrew Z
Aurora Z
Ramya B - Alternate
Friday, February 22
Math Counts will meet tonight at 6:00pm in A3
American Computer Science League will meet at 7:00pm in A3
Attention Yearbook Club members, there will be a meeting after school on Monday. Please plan on attending.
Mrs. Jensen's 8th block Spectrum 1st and 2nd half will report to their team builder instead of class today. Also for 8th block only, your mission folders will be due on Tuesday.
Retakes for Ms. Drew and Ms. Yaneva are canceled for Monday morning.
Attention 8th graders attending Broad Run HS and interested in playing football next fall: An informational meeting will take place this Monday, February 25th in the library at 2:15. Only rising Broad Run students may attend this meeting. Please sign up in the House A office if you plan on attending.
The Virginia Math League Contest will be given next Tuesday, February 26th, after school. If you would like to participate, please pick up a permission slip outside Ms. Drew's room A2. The first 30 students in each grade level will be able to take the test. See Ms. Drew if you have any questions.
Thursday, February 21
Clubs meeting today:
Select Chorus in the choral room
Scientific Speakers Society in B3
All County Guitar Students will meet in Mrs. Lanham's music room- students must bring their own music and be ready to play at 3:30 p.m.
Writing Workshop will be held today in room A-11.
The 6th Grade Reading Remediation club will NOT meet today. It has been canceled
The Virginia Math League Contest will be given on February 26th, after school. If you would like to participate, please pick up a permission slip outside Ms. Drew's room A2. The first 30 students in each grade level will be able to take the test. See Ms. Drew if you have any questions.
All-Virginia Choir Results have been delayed. Students who have auditioned for all-state chorus will have to wait until next week to find out the results, please wait until next week to ask Mr. Markwood and Mrs. Lanham because they don't know who made it either!
Loudoun County Summer in the Arts will take place at Briar Woods High School from June 17th - June 28th this year. Registration begins on March 1, 2013. Go to www.lcps.org
If you bought a raffle ticket, get it out now to see if you won a prize. Winning prize tickets still unclaimed are:
568483
568468
568459
568440
If you are a winner, stop by the front office sometime today to claim your prize. You must have your ticket with you. Still due to be given away is an Angry Bird backpack! If you want a chance to win, you have to buy a raffle ticket. Tickets are available before school and during 8th grade lunch.
Votes are in! The January Student of the Month winners are:
8th grade
Penguins - Rachel S., Thomas S.
Sharks - Abby B., Bailey M. Sea Lions - Anjali K., Gurkirat S.
7th grade
Starfish - Gabrielle C., Luke H.
Sea Turtles - Lillian G., Thomas S. Sea Horses - Milena N., Andrew N.
6th grade
Dolphins - Antonia P., Taylor D., Paul N., Pranav R.
Piranhas - Jacelyn S., Ajani G.
Barracudas - Lila A., Luke J.
If your name was called please come to the main office at this time to receive your lanyard and have your picture taken. Congratulations to you all.
Wednesday, February 20
Clubs meeting today:
Stingray book club will meet today during the lunch blocks. Students who signed up may attend
SAC in the auditorium
8th grade Homework club in A7
Hip Hop Club is canceled today
Also, Soccer Club is canceled for today; again, no soccer club today
Spring Pictures will be taken today and Thursday during PE classes. Students with order forms will report to the auditorium stage after they check in with their PE teacher. You must have an order form and payment with you to give to the photographer. Please enter the stage by the side ramp.
The Virginia Math League Contest will be given on February 26th, after school. If you would like to participate, please get a permission slip outside Ms. Drew's room A2. The first 30 students in each grade level will be able to take the test. See Ms. Drew if you have any questions.
Mrs. Lanhams Guitar students are reminded to meet outside the main office at 9:15 a.m. this morning to attend the Heritage HS Concert.
Please listen to this last important notice about lost and found items. If you have been missing anything, please check each House office, the front office, the PE room and the lunch room. Clothing unclaimed by the end of today will be donated to Charity.
Starfish spirit day of flannel and plaid has been postponed to Friday this week.
Finally, we want to remind everyone to wear something purple tomorrow in memory of Cameron Carter. Let her favorite color remind us to strive for our own personal best at all times and to show kindness to others.
Tuesday, February 19
The Stingray Book Club will meet tomorrow during each lunch shift. This months topic is Biography. Students who wish to participate must sign up in the library by the end of today.
Attention: students who love to play video games, enter contests and win prizes! The National STEM Video Game Challenge is now enrolling individuals or teams from middle schools or high schools to submit an original video game. All games must be submitted by April 24. Log on to stemchallenge.org to find out more.
Spring Pictures will be taken tomorrow and Thursday during PE classes. Students with order forms will report to the auditorium stage after they check in with their PE teacher. You must have an order form and payment with you to give to the photographer.
Attention 8th graders interested in playing football for Broad Run High School next fall: The meeting has been changed to Monday, February 25th in the library at 2:15. Only rising Broad Run students may attend this meeting. A sign up sheet for the meeting is located in House A. Please sign up if you plan on attending.
If you bought a raffle ticket, get it out now to see if you won a prize. The Winning ticket for today is:
568454
Unclaimed ticket numbers from last week are:
568440
568459
568464
568465
If you are a winner, stop by the front office sometime today to claim your prize. You must have your ticket with you.
Not a winner yet? The Environmental Awareness raffle has been extended through this week. Raffle tickets will be sold before school by the main office and during 8th grade lunch. All proceeds support the Go Green Club here at school.
Please listen to this important notice about lost and found items. If you have been missing anything, please check each House office, the front office, the PE room and the lunch room. We have many items that have been there for weeks. Clothing unclaimed by tomorrow, Wednesday, will be donated to Charity.
Friday, February 15
Math Counts will meet tonight at 6:00pm in A3
American Computer Science League will meet at 7:00pm in A3
The Stingray Book Club will meet next Wednesday, February 20 during each lunch shift. This months topic is Biography. Students who wish to participate must sign up in the library by Tuesday.
Spring Pictures will be taken next Wednesday and Thursday, February 20th and 21st during PE classes. Order forms were distributed in your 8th block class on Monday. You must have an order form and payment with you to give to the photographer.
Attention 8th graders attending Broad Run High School next fall: There will be a meeting in the library at 2:15 on Thursday, Feb 21st for any student interested in playing football in the fall. Only rising Broad Run students may attend this meeting. A sign up sheet for the meeting is located in House A. Please sign up by next Wednesday if you plan on attending.
If you bought a raffle ticket, get it out now to see if you won a prize. Winning tickets for today are:
568459 wins a lunch box
568464 wins a tshirt
568465 wins a free sweetfrog coupon
568453 wins a free sweetfrog coupon
568455 wins a water bottle
If you are a winner, stop by the front office sometime today to claim your prize. You must have your ticket with you.
Not a winner yet? You still have a chance. The Environmental Awareness raffle has been extended through next week. Raffle tickets will be sold before school by the main office and during 8th grade lunch. Prizes range from free sweet frog coupons to tshirts to high end water bottles. All proceeds support the Go Green Club here at school.
Thursday, February 14
Clubs meeting today:
Astronomy Club in A12A
Scientific Speakers Society will meet in B17 today (note the change of location)
Cross Country Running Club will meet in the main gym
Muslim Students Association in C5C
Select Chorus in the Chorus room
The Stingray Book Club will meet next Wednesday, February 20 during each lunch shift. This month's topic is Biography. Students who wish to participate must sign up in the library by Tuesday.
Tomorrow's Spirit Day is Celebrity dress up day.
If you bought a raffle ticket, get it out now to see if you won a prize. Winning tickets for today are:
568440 wins a free sweetfrog coupon
568431 wins a free sweetfrog coupon
568445 wins a stuffed dog
568443 wins a tshirt
568439 wins a water bottle
If you are a winner, stop by the front office sometime today to claim your prize. You must have your ticket with you.
Lastly, many of you are exchanging candy and food items as part of Valentines Day. We need to be mindful that many students have allergies. We ask that you only eat those items during your lunch block or after you leave school today.
Wednesday, February 13Clubs meeting today:
Drama Club in the auditorium
8th grade Homework club in A7
Basketball Club in the Main gym
Stingray Salutes will not meet this month. You will meet next on March 13th.
Spring Pictures will be taken next Wednesday and Thursday, February 20th and 21st during PE classes. Order forms were distributed in your 8th block class on Monday. You must have an order form and payment with you to give to the photographer.
Don't forget the Environmental awareness raffle taking place each morning before school. One dollar supports the GoGreenClub and gives you a chance at one of the great prizes donated by local businesses.
If you bought a raffle ticket, get it out now to see if you won a prize. Winning tickets for today are:
568437 wins color pencils
568436 wins a watch
568430 wins a water bottle
568435 wins a watch
568434 wins color pencils
If you are a winner, stop by the front office sometime today to claim your prize. You must have your ticket with you.
A reminder that Friday's Spirit Day is Celebrity dress up day.
Tuesday, February 12
A reminder that Basketball Club will meet tomorrow after school.
A lunch was left on Bus 54 this morning. You can claim it in the main office.
Remember,The GoGreenGroup, is hosting an Environmental Awareness Raffle! Every morning this week by the front office, purchase a raffle ticket and your name will be entered to win one of many amazing prizes. Each ticket is just one dollar and donations are welcome as well. You will help raise environmental awareness and support Stone Hill's Garden and Green Club.
A special shout out to the student who turned in the IPhone at dismissal yesterday. The owner of the phone was grateful to have it back.
Monday, February 11
Clubs after school today:
Yearbook Club in Computer Lab 1
Cartooning Club in C3
Drama Club in the Auditorium
Multicultural Club in the Library
Today after school, the percussion section from the STINGRAY BAND will rehearse in the band room. Again, ONLY the percussion section.
Bollywood Beats is cancelled for today
Math Olympiad is also cancelled for today.
A reminder that Stingray Salutes will NOT be meeting this week on February 13th. The club will meet next month on March 13th.
Students who wish to decorate a locker in the morning need to get a pass from the House Dean the day before. Students will not be allowed into the locker room area in the mornings without prior approval.
Teachers, please make sure you have picked up the Spring picture forms from your mailboxes. They should be handed out during your 8th block class today.
This Friday we have another Spirit Day. It will be Celebrity Dress Up Day.
Friday, February 8
Math Counts will meet tonight at 6:00pm in A3
American Computer Science League will meet at 7:00pm in A3
Yearbook club will be meeting on Monday, February 11. Please plan on attending.
Students in the Multi cultural Club, your money needs to be turned in to Mrs. Robinson today
The CAMPUS application deadline has been extended thru next Friday, February 15th. See Mrs. Alberth for an application or questions.
Attention 8th grade teachers: AOS teacher recommendations are due today. TJ recommendations are due next Tuesday, February 12th.
Winners of the Limo Lunch will be receiving passes this morning for today's outing. Students, report to the main office hallway at the time listed on your pass. The departure times will not change.
Due to the 2 hour delay. Please remember that the schedule will run block 1,3,2,4
Thursday, February 7
Scientific Speakers' Society will meet in room B3 after school today.
Students in the Multi cultural Club, Please bring your money to Mrs. Robinson today or tomorrow. The next meeting will be on Monday the 11th after school.
8th grade teachers: AOS teacher recommendations are due to Mrs. Alberth tomorrow, February 8th. TJ recommendations are due next Tuesday, February 12th.
The GoGreenGroup, with the help of the Green Club will be hosting an Environmental Awareness Raffle! Every morning next week starting Monday, February 11th, a table will be set up across from the Chorus room. Purchase a raffle ticket and your name will be entered to win one of many amazing prizes. Each ticket is just one dollar and donations are welcome as well. You will help raise environmental awareness and support Stone Hill's Garden and Green Club. A special thank you to Harris Teeter, Sweet Frog and Walgreens for their donations of prizes.
High School Counselors will be here today to meet with 8th graders.
Wednesday, February 6
Clubs meeting after school today:
Homework Club in A7
Hip Hop Club in the cafeteria
Soccer Club in the main gym
SAC is canceled today.
Remember it is Stone Hill Spirit Night at Rebounderz tonight from 6:00-8:30pm. Special 2 hours for the price of 1. A portion of the proceeds come back to support Stone Hill. See you there!
The CAMPUS application deadline has been extended thru February 15th. See Mrs. Alberth for an application or questions.
Attentinon 8th grade teachers: AOS teacher recommendations are due this Friday, February 8th. TJ recommendations are due Tuesday, February 12th.
50 rays have been turned in for a Spirit Day. This Friday, February 8th will be Hat Day.
Tuesday, February 5
A meeting of the Scientific Speakers Society will occur in room B3, this Thursday after school. The club will meet each Thursday of the week. Interested? Curious? Be sure you have a signed permission slip to stay after. See Ms. McCormick with any questions.
The CAMPUS application deadline has been extended thru February 15th. See Mrs. Alberth for an application or questions.
Attentinon 8th grade teachers: AOS teacher recommendations are due this Friday, February 8th. TJ recommendations are due Tuesday, February 12th.
A pair of UGG boots went missing from the girls PE lockerroom during 2nd block yesterday. If anyone finds a pair of UGG boots, we are asking that they be returned to any house office. These items, as you know, are expensive and the owner will be very happy to have them returned.
50 rays have been turned in for a Spirit Day. This Friday, February 8th will be Hat Day.
Monday, February 4
Clubs meeting after school today:
FCCLA will be in the FACS kitchen.
Multicultural Club in the Library -CANCELLED
Yearbook Club in computer lab 1 CANCELLED
6th and 7th grade strings, for festival participants, will also rehearse after school
8th Graders who have applied to the CAMPUS program please stop by and see Mrs. Alberth today or tomorrow.
Teachers, CAMPUS recommedation letters are due today.
Stone Hill 6th Boys Grade Travel Hoop wona thriller in overtime defeating Seneca Ridge 49 to 47. The Stone Hill boysstepped up with clutch free throwing towards the end of the game and in OT. .Seneca Ridge was previously 6-1. Stone Hill team had a rough start of theseason by dropping its first three games. Since that start they have won fourout of the last five to improve to 4-4. Go Stingrays!
This Wednesday, Feb 6th, from 5pm to 9pm head over to the Brambleton Sweet Frog. 25% of the profits will go to the Stone Hill Green Club for the betterment of the courtyard and the environment. Look around the school for flyers with this information. If you can bring a flyer with you or mention you're from Stone Hill.
And for those wanting a little more movement in your fun, head over to Rebounderz this Wednesday as well, for a special Stone Hill Spirit Night set up by the PTO. Grab a sweet treat early at Sweet Frog and head over to Rebounderz!
Congratulations to the Math Counts team placing 4th in the Bull Run Chapter competition. A special congrats to Shreyan Jaiswal who placed first in the individual competition. Shreyan will advance to the State competition in March!
Friday, February 1
Math Counts will meet tonight at 6:00pm in A3
American Computer Science League will meet at 7:00pm in A3
FCCLA will be meeting Monday February 4th after school in the FACS kitchen.
On Wednesday Feb 6th from 5pm to 9pm the "GoGreengroup", with the help of the Brambleton Sweet Frog, will be hosting a fund raiser event to benefit Stone Hill Middle School. Look around the school for flyers with this information. If you can bring a flyer with you. Come out and raise money for Stone Hill one sweet frozen yogurt cup at a time. 25% of the profits will go to the Green Club for the betterment of the courtyard and the environment.
And for those wanting a little more movement in your fun, head over to Rebounderz on February 6th for a special Stone Hill Spirit Night set up by the PTO. This is also a "FUN" fundraiser for our school. So grab a sweet treat early at Sweet Frog and head over to Rebounderz!
Teachers, A reminder that about 60 8th grade students will be pulled from 5th block today for NAEP testing.
Thursday, January 31
Clubs meeting after school today:
Cross Country Running meet in the gym - you will be running outside if it stays dry and above 50 degrees
Select Chorus in choral room 1
Scientific Speakers Society in room B3. Students must have a signed permission slip to give to Ms. McCormick in order to stay after.
Loudoun Soccer has begun registration for its Spring 2013 Season. Information is available in the main office. You may also go to www.loudounsoccer.com to register online.
Wednesday, January 30 Clubs meeting after school today:
Soccer Club in the main gym
Homework club in A7
All District Chorus rehearsal
"Do you like exploring the areas of science and technology, while collaborating with your peers to solve problems and share your ideas in a public speaking format? Then come to the first meeting of the Scientific Speakers Society tomorrow, Thursday, in room B3. Students must have a signed permission slip to give to Ms. McCormick in order to stay after. See you there!
Have you bought your Yearbook? There is still time! Just go to www.yearbookordercenter.com and use order number #13630. Don't miss out.
Students will report to Homeroom at the end of the day to pick up their report cards.
Tuesday, January 29
Soccer club will meet tomorrow.
Hip Hop Club will finally start on Friday, Feb 6th. Hip Hop Club will meet every 1st and 3rd Wednesday. If interested, please pick up a permission form in your house office and return completed permission forms to Mr. Allen's 6th Grade Guidance Office.
Here's a shout out to the 6th Grade Boys Basketball Team. They won their game this past weekend with a score of 52 to 26 against the Sterling Middle School. Payton Hunter was the high scorer with 13 points followed by Aryan Hedge with 9 points. Alexander Whitmore and Tristan Berry both had 8 points. Congratulations!
Winners of the Limo Lunch are now posted on the House Boards. Information about the date of the lunch will be given to those students soon. If you have any questions about the list please see Mrs. Donahue in the main office.
Clubs meeting tonight:
American Computer Science League at 7pm in A3
The All County guitar audition results will be posted on Monday outside of music room 3 by the end of the day
Attention Stone Hill Cross Country Running Club - sign up for the Brambleton 5k race before the end of January to receive early bird pricing (only $12)! Instructions to register are located in every house office, and in the main office. Teachers and students... feel free to register as well. Proceeds benefit stepsisters.org, an organization founded to fight breast cancer.
Hip Hop Dance club will start February 6th and will meet every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month. Please see Mr. Allen in C House, if you are interested.
Students, do you like to create videos? Do you wish you could use your own devices in the classroom for learning? Enter our contest and submit a 2 minute or less video about how you would like teachers to use your devices in the classroom. Be creative and deliver it to Ms. Walker in computer lab 2 by Friday, February 1st. Winner will be announced on National Digital Learning Day-- February 6th.
Important location change for Thomas Jefferson High School semi-finalists. The SIS event on Saturday, January 26, 2013 (that's THIS Saturday) will be held at Smart's Mill Middle School in Leesburg, NOT Harper Park Middle School.
Please check the weather, first thing! If there is inclement weather, check to see if the testing will proceed. Look on the Fairfax County school website or on TV, FCPS Cable: Cox Cable Channel 21
If Fairfax County Schools are closed, the test will be postponed. If Loudoun County schools are closed, but Fairfax County schools are open, the test will only be postponed at the Loudoun test site and will instead take place on Feb 2 at Smarts Mills MS.
Clubs meeting after school today:
Select Chorus
Muslim Student's Association
*both clubs please report to the auditorium directly after dismissal for your group picture before your regular meeting.
Another new club is forming! Are you a comic book lover? Or, do you love to create cartoons? If so,this club is for you! Permission forms and details are posted on your House Dean's door. Permission forms must be returned by tomorrow, Friday,January 25th. Don't miss out on the fun at the Comic Lovers / Cartooning Club!
Important location change for Thomas Jefferson High School semi-finalists. The SIS event on Saturday, January 26, 2013 (that's THIS Saturday) will be held at Smart's Mill Middle School in Leesburg, NOT Harper Park Middle School.
8th graders. CAMPUS APPLICATIONS ARE NOW AVAILABLE from Mrs. Alberth- The application and teacher recommendations are due MONDAY.
Out of 1700 nominations from over 8 states, 500 students were selected to perform in the Virginia Tech University Annual Honor Band. Six outstanding Stone Hill musicians have been chosen to participate and will travel tomorrow to Virginia Tech University. Congratulations to:
7th Graders:
Nayha P (Clarinet)
Emily P (Flute)
Jacob S (Bassoon)
8th Graders:
Alexis (Oboe)
Skylar S (Bass Clarinet)
Jenna F (Percussion)
Mr. Roche is VERY, VERY proud!!!
Thank you for all of your hard work and dedication to music.
A reminder to all Activity Club members and teachers. We will be calling clubs down to the auditorium stage throughout the day for their yearbook picture. Teachers, an email was sent to you on Tuesday with the schedule. Students, when you hear your club called, please report directly to the ramp located near the band room.
Winners of the Spelling Bee are:
8th grade
Nipun M.
7th grade
Karthik B.
- runner up: Amber Y.
6th grade
Pranav R.
- runner up: Adithya M.
Wednesday, January 23
Clubs meeting after school today:
8th grade homework club in A7
Basketball Club in the main gym.
All District Chorus members are reminded to stay after for today's District Chorus rehearsal.
There will be NO Double Bass extra help after school today. and SAC is canceled for today
TJ Applicants: The semi-finalist round is now posted on the online TJ admissions site. Please check the site or see Mrs. Alberth. Also, a reminder to ALL semi-finalist round students that you are REQUIRED to complete the Student Information Form at the site where the TJ test was taken in December. That will be THIS SATURDAY from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
8th graders: Applications for the CAMPUS program are available from Mrs. Alberth and are due this Monday, January 28th.
Strong consideration is given to students who:
- Will be the first in their family to graduate from a college or university
- Come from a single-parent family
- Come from an historically under represented population
- May be considered socio-economically disadvantaged
Tuesday, January 22
A reminder that Basketball club will meet tomorrow after school.
Attention Stone Hill Cross Country Running Club - sign up for the Brambleton 5k race before the end of January to receive early bird pricing (only $12)! Instructions to register are located in every house office, and in the main office. Teachers and students... feel free to register as well. Proceeds benefit stepsisters.org, an organization founded to fight breast cancer.
Hip Hop Dance club will start February 6th and will meet every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month.Please see Mr. Allen in C House, if you are interested.
Another new club is forming! Are you a comic book lover? Or, do you love to create cartoons? If so,this club is for you! Permission forms and details are posted on your House Dean's door. Permission forms must be returned no later than this Friday,January 25th. Don't miss out on the fun at the Comic Lovers / Cartooning Club!
Students, do you like to create videos? Do you wish you could use your own devices in the classroom for learning? Enter our contest and submit a 2 minute or less video about how you would like teachers to use your devices in the classroom. Be creative and deliver it to Ms. Walker in computer lab 2 by Friday, February 1st. Winner will be announced on National Digital Learning Day-- February 6th.
Acts of kindness to honor the Sandy Hook Elementary School continue all this month at Stone Hill. Perform a random act of kindness for someone else and write your good deed and name on a post-in note. Then, place your note on the"Acts of Kindness" banner located in the cafeteria.
Thursday, January 17Clubs meeting today:
Cross Country running meet in the main gym
Select Chorus in Choral room 1
A new club is forming! Are you a comic book lover? Or, do you love to create cartoons? If so, this club is for you! Permission forms and details are posted on your House Dean's door. Permission forms must be returned no later than Friday, January 25th. Don't miss out on the fun at the Comic Lovers / Cartooning Club!
4th block Iron Chef Battle Potato Results are in. It is a tie between kitchen 1 who made BLT potato salad, and Kitchen 3 who made Potato and Egg scramble. Congratulations to Adrian, Tariq, Timothy, Sthuthi, Koby, Mahum, Nora, Giselle, Kate, and Hermance.
Attention TJ applicants:
All semi-finalists will be notified via the online portal tomorrow, Friday, January 18th. Paper applicants will receive a letter in the mail. See Mrs. Alberth with any questions.
8th graders: Applications for the CAMPUS program are now available from Mrs. Alberth and are due on the 28th of this month.
Strong consideration is given to students who:
Will be the first in their family to graduate from a college or university
Come from a single-parent family
Come from an historically under represented population
May be considered socio-economically disadvantaged
Wednesday, January 16
Clubs meeting after school today:
8th Grade Homework club in A7
Soccer Club in the Main Gym
6th Grade Band: Woodwinds ONLY will rehearse in the auditorium
All District Chorus members will rehearse after school today as well.
A reminder that SAC is canceled for today.
Cross Country running will meet tomorrow after school. Members please come prepared.
Stingray Book Club will meet during all lunch shifts today. Students who have signed up may attend.
6th grade Woodwinds Band concert is tonight at 7:00pm. Band members are reminded to arrive at 6:30pm.
Hip Hop Dance club will start February 6th and will meet every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month. Please see Mr. Allen in C House, if you are interested.
Acts of kindness to honor the Sandy Hook Elementary School continue all this month at Stone Hill. Perform a random act of kindness for someone else and write your good deed and name on a post-in note. Then, place your note on the "Acts of Kindness" banner located in the cafeteria.
Tuesday, January 15
An update to the Student Activities Club. The meeting tomorrow has been canceled. It will start up again with the new quarter next week.
The stingray Book Club will meet tomorrow, Wednesday, during each lunch shift. This months topic is Fantasy/Science Fiction. Students interested in attending must sign up by the end of school today in the library.
Attention TJHSST applicants:
All semi-finalists will be notified via the online portal this Friday, January 18th. Paper applicants will receive a letter in the mail. Students who make the semi-finalist round will be required to complete the Student Information Sheet in a controlled setting on Saturday, January 26th from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. See Mrs. Alberth with any questions.
8th graders: Applications for the CAMPUS program are now available from Mrs. Alberth fand are due on the 28th.
Strong consideration is given to students who:
- Will be the first in their family to graduate from a college or university
- Come from a single-parent family
- Come from an historically under represented population
- May be considered socio-economically disadvantaged
Monday, January 14
Clubs meeting after school today:
Yearbook Club will meet in Computer Lab 1
Drama Club will meet in the main gym
6th Grade Band: Brass and Percussion ONLY will rehearse in the auditorium
The stingray Book Club will meet on Wednesday this week during each lunch shift. This months topic is "Fantasy/Science Fiction". Students interested in attending must sign up by Tuesday afternoon in the library.
6th grade Brass & Percussion Band concert is tonight at 7:00pm. Band members are reminded to arrive at 6:30pm.
A reminder that the All-County Orchestra music has arrived. Students who were selected for the All-County Orchestra should stop by the Orchestra room to pick up their music.
Tonight is the night! The Volleyball Competition between the staff of Eagle Ridge and Stone Hill! The game starts at 7:30 PM at Broad Run High School. Admission is $5.00/Adult, $3.00/Students. 100% of admission profits to be donated to Ryan's Rally.
Friday, January 11
Math Counts will meet at 6:00pm in room A3
American Computer Science League will meet at 7:00pm in A3
Attention Step club students: The that Step Club will no longer be meeting. It has been canceled for the remainder of the year.
Math Olympiad will meet before school on Monday at 7:30am. Mrs. Pochiraju will meet Olympiad students at the front entrance of the school at 7:30am and will escort them down to the classroom. There will be no meeting after school.
A shout out to 6th grader Patricia G! Her First Responder Essay was picked as the winner from Stone Hill Middle School. Patricia will be invited to attend a presentation for all the winning entries on Friday, February 1st. She also will receive $250 toward future education. Congratulations Patricia!
Attention TJHSST applicants: All semi-finalists will be notified via the online portal on Friday, January 18th. Paper applicants will receive a letter in the mail. For those students who make the semi-finalist round, The Student Information Sheet will now be required to be completed in a controlled setting, and will be administered on Saturday, January 26th from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. See Mrs. Alberth with any questions.
Acts of kindness to honor the Sandy Hook Elementary School continue all this month at Stone Hill. Perform a random act of kindness for someone else and write your good deed and name on a post-in note. Then, place your note on the "Acts of Kindness" banner located in the cafeteria.
Thursday, January 10
Clubs meeting today:
Select Chorus in choral room 1
Muslim Students Association will meet in the Auxilliary Gym
Strings Rehearsal has been canceled for today. Again, no strings rehearsal today
Attention Step club students: The Step Club will no longer be meeting. It has been canceled for the remainder of the year.
Attention Eighth grade students:
If you are interested in participating in the summer PAVAN Governor's school for the performing arts, application forms are due no later than tomorrow.
Tomorrow is also the deadline for any students who have been recommended to audition for the State Honors choir. Checks should be made payable to Stone Hill Middle School.
The Staff Volleyball game between Stone Hill and Eagle Ridge is this Monday. But the location has changed to Broad Run High School. Bring your friends and family and cheer on your favorite staff member! The game starts at 7:30pm. The cost is only $5/Adult and $3/Student. 100% of the admission profit will go to support Ryan's Rally and the Diviney Family.
Wednesday, January 9
Clubs meeting today:
Stingray Salutes in C17C
8th grade Homework Club in A7
Basketball Club in the Main Gym
Green Club in the courtyard
Student Activities Council is canceled for today. SAC will meet next Wednesday, January 16th
Bible club will meet tomorrow morning. Mrs. Cozens will meet you at the front entrance door at 7:45am
This is another reminder to check all the lost and found areas if you are missing any items.
Tuesday, January 8
An update about the Astronomy Club. There will be no more club meetings until further notice.
The school store will now be open every morning Monday thru Friday.
Attention TJ Applicants: For those students who make the semi-finalist round, the Student Information Sheet will now be required to be completed in a controlled setting, and will be administered on Saturday, January 26th from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. If you have questions, please see Mrs. Alberth.
Don't forget to make plans to go to Fuddruckers tonight, January 8th. It is Stone Hill Spirit Night from 4-9pm. A portion of the sales will benefit Stone Hill.
Monday, January 7
Clubs meeting today:
Yearbook club will meet in computer lab 1
Bollywood beats in the auxiliary gym
Math Olympiad in C10
FCCLA in the FACS room
Multicultural club in the Library
The Briar Woods HS Rising 9th grade Parent information night is tonight at 7 p.m. 8th grade parents are encouraged to attend this informative meeting.
We have an update from Gabriella about her goal to collect 10,000 letters to Santa. You may recall that Gabriella is a young girl diagnosed with a brain tumor and wanted to give back to the Make a Wish Foundation who is granting her wish this year. 545 stingray students wrote letters as part of that campaign. Well, Gabriella was able to deliver a lot more than 10,000 letters. The final count was an amazing 240,983 letters! That resulted in funding to pay for 36 more wishes granted to seriously ill children. This is a perfect example of how doing a little thing can have a really big impact!
Our own Acts of kindness, to honor the students of Sandy Hook Elementary School, will continue all this month at Stone Hill. Here's how it works: Perform a random act of kindness for someone else and write your good deed and name on a post-in note. Then, place your note on the "Acts of Kindness" banner located in the cafeteria. The banner will be up through January but the great feeling you get from those acts will stay with you!
Friday, January 4
Clubs meeting today:
Math counts will meet in A3 at 6:00pm
American Computer Science League at 7:00pm also in A3
The Briar Woods HS Rising 9th grade Parent Night is next Monday night, January 7th at 7 p.m. 8th grade parents are encouraged to attend this informative meeting.
Mark your calendars! The Volleyball Competition between the staff of Eagle Ridge and Stone Hill is Monday, January 14, 2013 at Briar Woods High. The game starts at 7:30 PM. Admission is $5.00/Adult, $3.00/Student (100% of profits to be donated to Ryan's Rally)
Take a moment and Imagine if every one of us could do an act of kindness to honor the Sandy Hill Elementary School community and those lost in the recent tragedy. Journalist Ann Curry recently asked "What if" and has started a viral campaign -26 Acts- to spread hope and goodwill. Let's see how much kindness we can spread throughout our community. Here's how it works: Perform a random act of kindness --big or small-- for someone and write your good deed and name on a post-in note. Then, place your note on the "Acts of Kindness" banner located in the cafeteria. The banner will be up through January.
Lastly, please stop by all the Lost and Found areas. There are many items that need to be claimed.
Tuesday, January 3
Cross Country running club will meet in the main gym after school today
The Briar Woods HS Rising 9th grade Parent information night is next Monday night, January 7th at 7 p.m. 8th grade parents are encouraged to attend this informative meeting.
The deadline for the essay contest for the First Responders Foundation is tomorrow, January 4th. The TOPIC of the essay is "What have you seen a first responder do that would make you want to become one?" A first responder is a police officer, deputy sheriff, fire fighter and or emergency medical technician. Essays can be dropped off in the main office.
Attention TJHSST applicants:
All semi-finalists will be notified via the online portal on Friday, January 18th. Paper applicants will receive a letter in the mail. For those students who make the semi-finalist round, there is a new requirement you need to be aware of: The Student Information Sheet will now be required to be completed in a controlled setting, and will be administered on Saturday, January 26th from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. In the event of inclement weather, it will be postponed to Saturday, February 2nd, same time. Semifinalists will complete the SIS at the same site they were assigned to take the December 2012 admissions test. Semi-finalists will complete three questions for the SIS on computers at their designated site. Semifinalists will have 90 minutes to complete all SIS questions. The first two questions are mandatory, and then students will choose between two options for their third question. All responses must be completed within the space provided.
Wednesday, January 2
Welcome back and happy new year stingrays!
Clubs meeting after school today:
Homework Club in A7
Bible club will meet tomorrow morning at 7:45am in C4
Cross Country Running club will have practice tomorrow, Thursday, after school.
The deadline for the essay contest for the First Responders Foundation is this Friday, January 4th. The TOPIC of the essay is "What have you seen a first responder do that would make you want to become one?" A first responder is a police officer, deputy sheriff, fire fighter and or emergency medical technician. Essays can be dropped off in the main office.
