Middle School Newsletter – September 4, 2024
September 4, 2024
Letter From The Division Director
Congratulations to all of us for a successful start to the year! You and your children brought an incredible amount of positivity, and our teachers and advisors have worked thoughtfully and tirelessly to create a warm, welcoming environment. We are thrilled to welcome you to our Back-to-School Night tomorrow — Thursday, September 5, 7:00-9:00 p.m. — to give you a chance to walk your child’s schedule and hear from their teachers. Here are a few updates and final reminders to make sure your night goes smoothly.
- Earlier today, your child emailed or texted you a picture of your schedule for the night — class times, room locations, etc. We will also have a hard copy of your schedule available in the Advisory room.
- You may park in either the Middle School lot or the Upper School lot, according to this map. Please keep in mind that, while the Middle School lot is closer to the building, it has limited spots.
- You should report to your child’s Advisory by 7:00 p.m., and the program will conclude at 9:00 p.m. The Advisory location is the same room you went to for your advisor conference, and we are happy to give directions!
- For your planning, please note that we will provide water but not food.
- We will run a condensed schedule with Advisory, 10-minute class periods, and 2-minute passing time; each teacher will present an overview of their class.
- If your child takes two part-time electives (e.g. two classes in the same period), you will choose one session to attend during that particular period.
- In an effort to streamline the evening, teachers will not focus on the platforms being used for posting assignments and sharing class materials. Assignments will always be posted in Husky Hub, with additional specifics available to students in Google Classroom.
- As we gently ramp up the academic work, you may wish to preview our Parents’ Guide to Supporting Academic Growth in Middle School. I will be highlighting it in the coming weeks.
Feel free to engage in the adolescent challenge of socializing while also making it to class on time!
Brian Lamont
Director of the Middle School
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Parent Meetup: Walking Group — Begins Friday, September 20
Meetup with fellow parents for walks through different trails and neighborhoods near the School. The location varies each week and will be shared with the group before each walk. Register for each date you can attend. If you have any questions, please contact Middle School Divisional Ambassador Molisa Meholic P'29.
- September: Friday, September 20, 8:15-9:15 a.m.
- October: Friday, October 11, 8:15-9:15 a.m., and Thursday, October 24, 8:15-9:15 a.m.
- November: Friday, November 8, 8:15-9:15 a.m.
Parent Meetup: Tennis Open Play — Tuesday, September 24
On Tuesday, September 24, 9:00-10:30 a.m., on the Middle and Upper School Campus Tennis Courts, continue practicing your skills or play some mixed doubles with fellow parents. Please bring your own balls and racket. Look for a signup form in the next newsletter.
Free Dance Clinic — Grades 5-8 on Wednesday, September 25
All students in Grades 5-8 are invited to register for a free workshop with the Upper School Dance Team on Wednesday, September 25, 3:30-5:45 p.m., in the Lower School Gym! Students will participate in fun group activities, practice skills, and also get to work with the Upper School team. They will learn a short routine that will be performed with the Upper School Dance Team at the Varsity Football game during Homecoming! If you have any questions, please contact Head Dance Team Coach Olivia Landrum '11.
Save the Date: Homecoming Weekend — Friday, September 27 - Saturday, September 28
Join the Flint Hill community for a weekend filled with athletic events, food, and fun for the entire family! The weekend kicks off on Friday night with athletic games and our traditional bonfire and continues on Saturday with more athletic events, spirit giveaways, and activities for all ages. Stay tuned for a full schedule of events and volunteer opportunities that will be shared on the website soon.
Homecoming 2024 T-shirts Available - Order Now!
The Homecoming 2024 t-shirts are now available for order! Shirts are $20 and they will be delivered to your student’s classrooms during Homecoming week. Click here to process your order. Orders must be placed by Sunday, September 8. Reach out to the School Store at schoolstore@flinthill.org with any questions.
2025-26 Financial Aid Application — New Deadline
There is a new deadline of Sunday, December 1, for need-based financial aid applications. Here’s the updated timeline:
- Tuesday, October 1 — Financial aid application opens.
- Sunday, December 1 — Deadline to submit financial aid applications.
- Wednesday, January 29 — 2025-26 Enrollment Contracts are issued to CURRENT students, including financial aid decisions.
- Thursday, February 6 — Deadline for current families to submit 2025-26 enrollment contracts.
- Friday, March 7 — 2025-26 enrollment contracts are issued to NEW students, including financial aid decisions.
Please email admission@flinthill.org or call 703.584.2314 with any questions.
Message from Athletics Director Dewayne Robinson
Dear Husky Community,
I am thrilled to share our updated Flint Hill Athletic Philosophy Statement, a reflection of our continuous commitment to fostering not only athletic excellence but also interpersonal values and sportsmanship. I spent time alongside our leadership colleagues this past year to evaluate our previous philosophy, the current state of our program, and our aspirations for the future. With a renewed emphasis on holistic development, our new philosophy reflects our belief in the transformative power of sports and its role in our educational experience here at Flint Hill.
This updated statement is meant to provide clarity on our athletic experience and expectations, steering us toward an environment where all students have a space to thrive, learn, and challenge themselves. As we embark on this new journey, we invite you to review this updated statement and to stand alongside us in embracing the values and inspiring one another to reach new heights both on and off the playing surfaces.
Here's to a year of growth, success, and accomplishments. Go Huskies!
Middle School Sports Schedules and Livestream
Middle School sports began on Tuesday, September 3, and games will start on Friday, September 20. All games played on the Flint Hill campus will be livestreamed via Hudl TV. Once you have clicked the Hudl TV link, you will be able to see all the games streamed for that day and time. Winter athletic schedules will be published in Husky Hub and on the school website on Tuesday, October 1.
Discover Greece! A Summer 2024 Travel Opportunity
Step into the ancient world in Athens, Olympia, and Crete while enjoying beautiful beaches and the best food in all the world!
- Visit the Acropolis, Acropolis Museum and Agora in Athens
- Imagine yourself an Olympic athlete in Olympia
- Commune with the oracle in Delphi
- Walk through Agamemnon’s Lion Gate at Mycenae
- Visit King Minos’ Palace of Knossos on Crete
- Bask in the sun on a gorgeous Cretean beach or choose to take a snorkeling tour
- Eat the best souvlaki you have ever tasted
- Shop to your heart's content in the markets of Athens, Nauplion, and Heraklion
Led by our expert tour guides and Flint Hill Classics Department faculty, students will enjoy these sights and more during our visit to Mainland Greece, the Peloponnese, and the beautiful island of Crete. The trip is open to Flint Hill Middle and Upper School students and their parents. Other siblings may attend if supervised by their parents. Click here to learn more. The dates are expected to be June 12 - June 22, 2025. Those interested should fill out this Google form.
First Day of School Photos on Flickr
Throughout the year, you’ll find photos from community events and classroom activities posted on our Flickr account. You can access Flickr via the floating camera icon on our newsletter sidebar. The link can also be found in the footer of our website and within the email signature of every Flint Hill faculty and staff member.
Reminders
Middle School Picture Day — Thursday, September 5
Remember that Thursday, September 5, is Picture Day for students in the Middle School.
Parents’ Association Tennis Social: Join the Waitlist!
Registration is full for the Parents’ Association Tennis Social on Friday, September 13, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., but you can join the waitlist, and we’ll let you know if a spot opens up.
Parent Morning Mixer — Tuesday, September 17
Parent Morning Mixers are informal socials for all JK-12 parents to get together on campus after morning carpool and are a great way to meet other parents across divisions. Join us for the first mixer on Tuesday, September 17, 8:30-9:30 a.m., at the Upper School deCamp Garden. If it rains, meet in the Upper School Multipurpose Room.
Sign Up to Volunteer in the Igloo and Den!
One of the most frequent and fun volunteer opportunities is selling concessions in the Igloo or Den. It’s a great way to meet other parents while getting a glimpse of life in the Upper School or the best view of a game on the Peterson Family Field. More opportunities will be added throughout the year. Upper School students can volunteer in the Den too and will receive service hours!
Sign Up for Shifts:
- Volunteer in the Igloo (inside the Upper School)
- Volunteer in the Den (outside the Middle School on the John M. Thomas Terrace)
Upcoming Events
Middle School Picture Day
Thursday, September 5
Middle School Back-to-School Night
Thursday, September 5
Peterson Middle School, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Parents’ Association Divisional Ambassador Kickoff Meeting
Friday, September 6
Westwood Country Club, 8:45-11:45 a.m.
Parents’ Association Tennis Social
Friday, September 13
Middle and Upper School Campus Tennis Courts, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Join the Waitlist
All-School Gathering
Monday, September 16
Upper School Gym, 1:15-2:15 p.m.
All students will gather in the gym for this traditional program to celebrate the start of the school year and the journey ahead.
Parent Morning Mixer
Tuesday, September 17
Upper School deCamp Garden, 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Parent Meetup: Walking Group
Friday, September 20
8:15-9:15 a.m.
The location will be shared with the group before each walk.
Register
FH Volleyball Invitational
Saturday, September 21
Parent Meetup: Tennis Open Play
Tuesday, September 24
Middle and Upper School Campus Tennis Courts, 9:00-10:30 a.m.
Grades 5-8 Dance Team Clinic
Wednesday, September 25
Lower School Gym, 3:30-5:45 p.m.
Register
Grades 4-12 Homecoming Pep Rally
Friday, September 27
Upper School Gym, 1:15-2:15 p.m.
This is a student-only event.
Homecoming Weekend
Friday, September 27 - Saturday, September 28
A full schedule of events and volunteer opportunities will be shared on the website soon.
2025-26 Financial Aid Application Opens
Tuesday, October 1
Middle School Winter Athletic Schedules Published
Tuesday, October 1
