I made carrot muffins ( a small batch) on sunday.. So he ate a muffin, berries, a glass of milk at 6:30. Lunch I packed a tortilla wrap with egg, cheese and veggies with an apple ( he asked me to pack a snack as well for lunch).. after second period he had a small snack .. Our dinner is around 7pm , so he had snacks after he came home...

Ahh.. Thank u.. They are growing up too fast

I have two kids who do eight activities a week. If you don’t want to answer, that’s fine—these days, people think they can write whatever they want anyway.

I truly appreciate those who took the time to respond. It’s just first-timer anxiety—we’ll be okay.

Hi everyone,
I’m a first-time middle school mama — my son is starting 7th grade, and I’m getting a little nervous as the first day gets closer. His bus arrives at 6:50 AM, and we are not early risers! 😅 On top of that, he has soccer practice from 7–8:30 PM twice a week.

I’d love to hear how you all manage early school schedules along with after-school sports. Any tips for smoother mornings or evening routines? Also, I’m looking for easy and healthy breakfast and lunch ideas — suggestions are very welcome!

Thanks in advance!

School should be a place dedicated to learning, building friendships, and developing the values and skills students need to face the world with kindness and confidence. It’s not the right environment for focusing on makeup or wearing outfits that are overly revealing—like tops that expose the midriff or barely cover the chest. While students have the freedom to dress as they wish outside of school, it's important that school attire remains appropriate and respectful. I was genuinely surprised to see how some 6th graders were dressed at our elementary school, and I worry that such outfits might be confusing or even distressing to younger students.

Does anyone have updates on - Proposed Elimination of Fairfax County's Middle School Afterschool and Summer Learning Programs? Thanks

Any updates on Middle school start time for 25-26 school year?