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Holmes Calendar
- Monday, 8/24 - First Day of 2026-2027 School Year
Dear Holmes Families,
As we close out another school year, this message is especially meaningful to me because it is my final weekly update as Principal of Holmes Middle School.
Serving as your principal has been one of the greatest honors of my career. Over the past nine years at Holmes-first as Director of Student Services and then as Principal - I have had the privilege of working alongside incredible students, families, and staff. Together, we have celebrated successes, overcome challenges, and built a school community that truly feels like family.
I am incredibly proud of all that we have accomplished as a school. The growth we have made, both academically and as a community, is a reflection of the dedication, resilience, and commitment of everyone who calls Holmes home.
While I am excited to begin my next chapter as Principal of Lewis High School, leaving Holmes is certainly bittersweet. Holmes will always hold a special place in my heart, and I will forever be grateful for the relationships, memories, and experiences I have gained here.
Although my role is changing, I am only an email away. Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime at sagiron@fcps.edu.
Until a new principal is announced, please direct any questions or needs to Ms. Jamey Chianetta, who will be serving as Holmes' Interim Principal. She can be reached at jechianetta@fcps.edu.
Thank you for your partnership, support, and trust over the years. It has truly been a privilege to serve this amazing community.
I wish you and your families a safe, restful, and wonderful summer.
Sincerely,
Serena Giron
Principal
Please note that Holmes Middle School’s summer office hours are Monday through Friday, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
We will resume regular office hours starting Monday, August 17th.
The first day of the 2026–2027 school year is Monday, August 24th.
If you need help, please email:
Sevil Tahmazova stahmazova@fcps.edu
AND
Wendy Alfaro wyalfaro@fcps.edu
Below are a few pictures from our recent Thrift Night! On Monday, 21 families came out to shop for free. Even though the crowd was smaller than expected, our heart was full seeing how many people showed up to make the event a success.
Thrift Night takes a village, and we are so grateful for the teamwork. We had over 10 parents help out on Monday, and another 10 wonderful students volunteer across different periods on Tuesday to help pack everything up. Our students truly love helping—they constantly ask for ways to get involved!
We are incredibly thankful for everyone who has supported our events this school year. This community's encouragement really means the world to us.
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Signing up for a SIS ParentVUE account helps you to support your child’s academic success! Caregivers can view important information like attendance, grades, progress reports, and assessment scores through ParentVUE.
Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. It is available online and as a mobile app for Apple and Android devices.
Need help creating a SIS ParentVue account? This video walks through the steps. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE.
If you already have an account, be sure your contact information is up to date. Parents/guardians can update their phone numbers or email addresses in the Parent/Guardian section. View additional details about ParentVUE.
Activate Your ParentVUE Account to Stay Connected
On Wednesday, July 29, FCPS families who haven't activated their ParentVUE account will receive an email with the subject “Fairfax County Public Schools ParentVUE Activation Letter.”
The email will include instructions to activate a ParentVUE account. If you don’t have an account and don’t receive the email, please check your spam folder or open a Parent Support Request. After July 29, families may also contact [school registrar name and phone/email] to request a printed activation letter or a new activation key, if needed.
All families are encouraged to activate their accounts as soon as possible to ensure they receive immediate access to important student information and school communications.
For assistance activating your account, please contact our front office. For technical support, create a Parent Support Request.
Starting Monday, June 22, no-cost meals will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis at the sites and times listed on the FCPS Summer Food Service Program webpage. Students must remain on-site while eating their meals.
This year, thanks to generous support from Educate Fairfax, families may also receive one no-cost breakfast and lunch per adult at the following elementary schools: Braddock, Dogwood, Glen Forest, Hutchison, Hybla Valley, and London Towne.
Summer sites will continue to be added, so check the Summer Food webpage regularly for updates.
Inspire Health Alliance, in partnership with FCPS, will be providing school-required immunizations this summer. Immunizations will be provided at no out-of-pocket cost to students or families. Registering families will be required to provide insurance information, if applicable, but students without insurance may still participate.
Visit the FCPS and Inspire Health Alliance Student Immunization Events webpage for dates, times, and locations. Additional event dates will be made available and shared four to five weeks prior to the event on the webpage. Additional immunization resources are also available.
Join the Holmes MS PTA and attend meetings (4th Wednesday of the month; translation services provided)
PTA Facebook
Join the PTA https://www.holmesmspta.com/
Purchase spirit wear https://www.spiritshop.com/school/virginia/alexandria/holmes-middle-school?mibextid=Zxz2cZ&utm_content=&utm_medium=email&utm_name=&utm_source=govdelivery&utm_term
Summer Resources Help Students Stay Curious, Healthy, and Busy
The FCPS Summer Resource Guide has activities and tips on a variety of subjects and interests, from camps and activities to health and safety resources.
Be sure to check back over the summer, as more resources may be added.
Learning Doesn’t Take a Vacation and Neither Does Fun!The FCPS Summer Learning webpage offers ideas and strategies for families to keep students curious until August. Summer is the perfect time to help your student explore new interests, reinforce concepts, and stay engaged!
Exciting news! SoCo Summer Strings is returning this summer! The camp will be hosted at South County Middle School from July 6-17, 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM (weekdays only). Camp is open to all rising 5th-9th grade students with at least one year of experience on the violin, viola, cello, or bass. Students will participate in two large ensemble rehearsals, an instrument-specific technique class, and a sectional each day.
You can find more information and register for camp at www.schsorchestra.org/soco-summer-strings. Register early to save money and reserve your student’s spot!
The Fine Arts Office is excited to offer three engaging full-day summer camps for students currently in grades K–11. These camps provide students with enriching opportunities to explore the arts throughout the summer at a competitive and accessible price. Free transportation and tuition assistance are available. Families can find additional information about all programs, including secondary camps, elementary camps, and the theatre-specific production camp on the Fine Arts Office website.
CTJ Colonial Athletic Boosters proudly present:
End of School Year Volleyball Camp
Grades: 6–8
Dates: June 15 – June 18, 2026
Time: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
(Last week of school: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)
No experience necessary!
Varsity players and coaches at the #1 ranked high school in the United States will instruct participants on passing, setting, hitting, and serving in a fun and action-packed volleyball camp!
Registration Fee: $110
(Includes T-shirt if registered by June 1, 2026)
Register here:
https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/stores/checkout/getproduct?clientKey=ZZI5ZQWBKS04NJ8&buttonID=a5678bdc-9420-4803-a12c-850f195c833d
Contact:
tkao@fcps.edu
Career and Technical Education camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Robinson Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. Tuition assistance is available to FCPS families eligible for free or reduced meals.
CTE Summer Academy (CSA) is a week-long enrichment program that allows students in grades 6-11 to dive deeper into CTE program areas, de | 