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Planning Your Arrival to LCPS
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Attendance Boundaries
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BAM Registration
- Click on the Online Pre-registration Login or go to https://register.lcps.org.
- Follow the steps in the Online Pre-registration Getting Started guide (ENG) (SPAN) to create your ParentVUE account and start the Online Pre-registration process.
- On the Introduction screen, be sure to pick the correct school year for your students.
For more information on Registering at Brambleton Middle School, you can visit our Registration Page or email our registrar PJ McMahon.
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Documents Needed for Registration
Please collect the following paperwork prior to starting the Online Pre-Registration process:
- Student’s Birth Certificate. (While an electronic copy of the birth certificate may be uploaded, an original or certified copy (or affidavit) must be presented at the registration appointment.)
- Emergency contact phone number(s); not a parent!
- Legal/Custody Papers (If applicable)
- Proof of Residence (signed deed, lease, settlement papers, recent mortgage statement or deed of trust. Contract to build is NOT applicable)
- Doctor’s office contact information.
- Immunization records and Tuberculosis Screening
- Previous school address and contact information.
It is also helpful to have current course selection papers or grades. This helps in course placement when entering the school.
If you have questions on paperwork or documents, please contact our registrar, PJ McMahon.
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VA Immunization Requirements
School and Day Care Minimum Immunization Requirements
Documentary proof shall be provided of adequate age appropriate immunization with the prescribed number of doses of vaccine indicated below for attendance at a public or private elementary, middle or secondary school, child care center, nursery school, family day care home or developmental center. Vaccines must be administered in accordance with the harmonized schedule of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, American Academy of Pediatrics, and American Academy of Family Physicians and must be administered within spacing and age requirements (available at https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/immunization/immunization-manual/acip/). Children vaccinated in accordance with either the current harmonized schedule or the harmonized catch-up schedules (including meeting all minimum age and interval requirements) are considered to be appropriately immunized for school attendance. (See “Supplemental Guidance for School-required Vaccines” for additional information.)
Diphtheria, Tetanus, & Pertussis (DTaP, DTP, or Tdap) - A minimum of 4 properly spaced doses. A child must have at least one dose of DTaP or DTP vaccine on or after the fourth birthday. DT (Diphtheria, Tetanus) vaccine is required for children who are medically exempt from the pertussis-containing vaccine (DTaP or DTP). Adult Td is required for children 7 years of age and older who do not meet the minimum requirements for tetanus and diphtheria. Effective A booster dose of the Tdap vaccine is required for all children entering the 7th grade.
Meningococcal Conjugate (MenACWY) Vaccine - Effective July 1, 2021, a minimum of 2 doses of MenACWY vaccine. The first dose should be administered prior to entering 7th grade. The final dose should be administered prior to entering 12th grade.
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine - Effective July 1, 2021, a complete series of 2 doses of HPV vaccine is required for students entering the 7th grade. The first dose shall be administered before the child enters the 7th grade. After reviewing educational materials approved by the Board of Health, the parent or guardian, at the parent's or guardian's sole discretion, may elect for the child not to receive the HPV vaccine.
Hepatitis B Vaccine - A complete series of 3 properly spaced doses of hepatitis B vaccine are required for all children. However, the FDA has approved a 2-dose schedule ONLY for adolescents 11-15 years of age AND ONLY when the Merck Brand (RECOMBIVAX HB) Adult Formulation Hepatitis B Vaccine is used. If the 2-dose schedule is used for adolescents 11-15 years of age it must be clearly documented on the school form.
Measles, Mumps, & Rubella (MMR) Vaccine - A minimum of 2 measles, 2 mumps, and 1 rubella. (Most children receive 2 doses of each because the vaccine usually administered is the combination vaccine MMR). The first dose must be administered at age 12 months or older. The second dose of vaccine must be administered prior to entering kindergarten but can be administered at any time after the minimum interval between dose 1 and dose 2.
Haemophilus Influenzae Type b (Hib) Vaccine - This vaccine is required ONLY for children up to 60 months of age. A primary series consists of either 2 or 3 doses (depending on the manufacturer). However, the child’s current age and not the number of prior doses received govern the number of doses required. Unvaccinated children between the ages of 15 and 60 months are only required to have one dose of vaccine.
Pneumococcal (PCV) Vaccine - This vaccine is required ONLY for children less than 60 months of age. One to four doses, dependent on age at first dose, of the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, are required.
Rotavirus Vaccine - This vaccine is required ONLY for children less than 8 months of age. Effective July 1, 2021, 2 or 3 doses of Rotavirus Vaccine (dependent upon the manufacturer) is required.
Polio (IPV) Vaccine - A minimum of 4 doses of polio vaccine. One dose must be administered on or after the fourth birthday. See supplemental guidance document for additional information.
Varicella (Chickenpox) Vaccine - All children born on and after January 1, 1997, shall be required to have one dose of chickenpox vaccine administered at age 12 months or older. Effective March 3, 2010, a second dose must be administered prior to entering kindergarten but can be administered at any time after the minimum interval between dose 1 and dose 2.
Hepatitis A (HAV) Vaccine – Effective July 1, 2021, a minimum of 2 doses of Hepatitis A vaccine. The first dose should be administered at age 12 months or older.
For further information, please call the Division of Immunization at 1-800-568-1929 (in-state only) or 804-864-8055.
This information was taken from the Virginia Department of Health Website, please visit for more information
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BAM Attendance
For more infromation about attendance at Brambleton, visit out Attendance page at lcps.org/bamattendance
Preparing Your Move from LCPS
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Withdrawal/Transfer
If you are leaving Brambleton Middle, we're sorry to see you go. Thank you for being a part of our BAMily!
Please fill out the Secondary Student Withdrawal/Transfer Form and return it to PJ McMahon via email or in person. We prefer to have this document at least two weeks before your departure so that we can make the transition as easy as possible.
Academic Planning for Military Families
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Loudoun County Public Middle Schools
The mission of Loudoun County Middle Schools is to create and maintain an environment which ensures that each student demonstrates a high level of academic achievement and developmental growth as measured by national, state, and district standards. Realizing that the needs of individual school communities vary, middle school staff members are committed to a comprehensive system of support to assure this outcome.
Each middle school is divided into sub-schools called “houses.” Each house includes a dean, house secretary and full-time guidance counseling services. LCPS middle schools, through interdisciplinary teaming, use of resource period, collaborative leadership and common planning time support key characteristics of effective middle schools. Curriculum focuses on core academic areas, foreign language and introduces a unified program of fine arts and career and technical education.For more information about LCPS Academics, please visit the LCPS Instruction Page -
Gifted and Talented
If you are considering moving to or have just moved to Loudoun County and have questions about gifted services available in Loudoun County Public Schools, please read the information below.
I just moved to Loudoun County, how can I learn about gifted education services available in LCPS? You may start by reviewing the LCPS Gifted & Talented webpage. In addition, each school has a gifted education webpage. You may consider reading the gifted webpage of the school your child may or will attend. The elementary school webpages are titled SEARCH and the middle school webpages are listed as SPECTRUM. Each elementary and middle school has a gifted resource teacher. You may also contact this teacher by phone or email to ask any questions that you have about the gifted program.
SPECTRUM
The SPECTRUM program is designed to meet the needs of middle school students (grades 6-8) who have been identified in need of gifted services. Students attend SPECTRUM for a half block (approximately 45 minutes) every other day.The SPECTRUM curriculum framework focuses on four themes that are explored each year: Business & Economics, Communication & Culture, Technology & Engineering, and Ethics & Perspectives. Students engage in project-based learning, research and inquiry, and problem solving. They are challenged to collaborate, communicate, and apply their knowledge to real-world situations. Learning experiences are designed to develop initiative, creativity, and leadership skills. SPECTRUM provides students with opportunities for self-assessment and reflection on the demands and responsibilities of the gifted learner. -
Virginia Standards of Learning
The Standards of Learning (SOL) for Virginia Public Schools establish minimum expectations for what students should know and be able to demonstrate at the end of each grade or course in English, mathematics, science, history/social science, technology, the fine arts, foreign language, health/physical education and driver education. SOL ensure that students across the state are taught the same content at nearly the same time. Cumulative, annual assessments – SOL tests and alternative assessments – provide information on individual student achievement. For additional information on testing, accommodations, or score reports please contact your school's School Test Coordinator.
For more information about Virginia Standards of Learning please visit the VDOE SOL Page
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Home Instruction
Beginning Home Instruction
- Review the available options and determine which option describes your method of providing home instruction.
- Option 1: The parent designated to provide instruction holds a high school diploma or higher. A high school equivalency certificate is not acceptable.
- Option 2: The parent designated to provide instruction meets the qualifications for a teacher as prescribed by the Virginia Board of Education.
- Option 3: The parent designated to provide instruction provides a program of study or curriculum which may be delivered through a correspondence course or distance learning program or any other manner. This option includes virtual classes.
- Option 4: The parent designated to provide instruction provides evidence that the parent is able to provide an adequate education for the child through a detailed letter to the Superintendent.
- Research, select and/or acquire your curriculum. LCPS does not provide curriculum materials.
- If you selected option 3, enroll your child in the distance learning program, correspondence school, or virtual school/class. Request curriculum information and a letter confirming enrollment. If a letter is not issued, a paid invoice is also acceptable.
- Complete your online Notice of Intent (NOI). Click on the icon below. You will need to indicate your option and enter text describing your curriculum.
- If your child is enrolled in a Loudoun County public school, contact school staff and request that your child be withdrawn for home instruction after you have filed your NOI. Submit the required documentation (below) to the Department of Pupil Services.
- A copy of the teaching parent's high school or college diploma. This can be copied and mailed, faxed or scanned and e-mailed. If your original is framed, you may take a photograph of it and submit that. Please ensure that the photo is large enough and clear enough to be read. If the diploma is in a parent's maiden name, please include the married name in the copy, e-mail or fax.
- A copy of the teaching parent's teaching license or a copy of the letter of eligibility for licensure.
- A copy of an enrollment letter from program, course listing/transcript and/or a paid invoice on program letterhead.
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A letter addressed to the Superintendent, describing the curriculum, plans for instructional activities and a "reasonable" scope and sequence of content that shows a broad overview of what the parent plans to teach the child during the school year. Letters are evaluated for mastery of language by the writer.
LCPS Superintendentc/o Gabrielle Carpenter Student Services CoordinatorLoudoun County Public Schools21000 Education CourtAshburn, VA 20148
- Begin home instruction. Note the following dates on your calendar:
For More information about Home Instruction, please vist the LCPS Home Instruction webpage
- Review the available options and determine which option describes your method of providing home instruction.
Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunities for Military Children
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The Military Interstate Compact
The Department of Defense, in collaboration with the National Center for Interstate Compacts and the Council of State Governments has developed an interstate compact that addresses the educational transition issues of children of military families.
Currently all 50 States and the District of Columbia participate in the interstate compact that provide a uniform policy platform for resolving the challenges experienced by military children.
It is estimated that the average military family moves three times more often than the average non-military family. These frequent moves by can cause children to miss out on extracurricular activities and to face challenges in meeting graduation requirements. The Compact will ensure that the children of military families are afforded the same opportunities for educational success as other children and are not penalized or delayed in achieving their educational goals by inflexible administrative and bureaucratic practices. States participating in the Compact would work to coordinate graduation requirements, transfer of records and course placement and other administrative policies.
For more information, you can visit The Military Interstate Compact website.
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Military Interstate Children's Compact Commission
The Council of State Governments (CSG), in cooperation with the US Department of Defense, drafted this Interstate Compact to address some of the educational challenges transitioning children of military families face. Since July 2006, CSG worked with a variety of federal, state and local officials as well as national stakeholder organizations representing education groups and military families to create the new interstate agreement.
While the Compact is not exhaustive in its coverage, it does address the key issues encountered by military families: eligibility, enrollment, placement and graduation. In addition, the Compact provides for a detailed governance structure at both the state and national levels with built-in enforcement and compliance mechanisms.
The goal of the Compact is to replace the widely varying policies affecting transitioning military students. The Compact leverages consistency: It uses a comprehensive approach that provides a consistent policy in every school district and in every state that chooses to join.
The Compact addresses key educational transition issues encountered by military families including enrollment, placement, attendance, eligibility and graduation.
Children of active duty members of the uniformed services, National Guard and Reserve on active duty orders, commissioned officers of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the Unites States Public Health Service (USPHS), and members or veterans who are medically discharged or retired for one year are eligible for assistance under the Compact. The Compact also covers students of members who perish on active duty for a period of one year following their death.
All information was taken from the Military Insterstate Children's Compact Commission
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Virginia MIC3 Representatives
Commissioner
Daniel DunhamMilitary Family and Student Specialist
Virginia Department of Education
101 North 14th Street
Richmond, VA, 23218
dan.dunham@doe.virginia.gov, ph 804.225.2157Chief State School Officer
Dr. James F. Lane, Superintendent of Public Instruction, Virginia Department of Education
Military Family Education Liason
Daniel Dunham, Military Family and Student Specialist, Virginia Department of Education
Military/DOD Representative
CAPT Joey Frantzen, USN, Commanding Officer Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story
State Council Members
Dr. James F. Lane, Superintendent of Public Instruction, Virginia Department of Education
Virginia Senator Mamie Locke, Virginia State Senate
Virginia Representateive Robert “Bob” Thomas, Virginia House of Delegates Representatives
Virginia Secretary of Defense and Veterans Affairs Carlos Hopkins
Dorothy McAuliffe, Former First Lady of Virginia (Governor’s Designee)
Dr. Dede Bailer, Coordinator, School Psychology Services, Fairfax County Public Schools
Dr. Aaron C. Spence, Superintendent, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Brad Williams, School Counseling Director, Tabb High School
CAPT Joey Frantzen, USN, Commanding Officer Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story
Daniel Dunham, Military Family and Student Specialist, Virginia Department of Education (Council Coordinator)You can find more information at Military Insterstate Children's Compact Commission
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MIC3 Frequently Asked Questions
What Is the Compact?
The Compact deals with the challenges of military children and their frequent relocations. It allows for uniform treatment as military children transfer between school districts in member states.
Note: The Compact only applies to public schools.
What Happens After a State Joins the Compact?
Each state appoints representation to a governing commission responsible for enacting rules to implement the Compact. Each participating state also creates a state council based on the requirements of their state legislation.
Students Covered Under the Compact
Children of the following:
- Active duty members of the uniformed services, including members of the National Guard and Reserve on active duty orders (Title 10)
- Members or veterans who are medically discharged or retired for one year
- Members who die on active duty, for a period of one year after death
- Uniformed members of the Commissioned Corps of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), and United States Public Health Services (USPHS)
Students Not Covered Under the Compact
Children of the following:
- Inactive members of the National Guard and Reserves (Not Title 10)
- Members now retired not covered above
- Veterans not covered above
- Other Department of Defense personnel, federal agency civilians and contract employees not defined as active duty
- Members other than the uniformed personnel of NOAA and USPHS
What are some of the specific educational issues that the Compact covers?
Enrollment
- Educational Records
- Immunizations
- Kindergarten & First Grade Entrance Age
Placement & Attendance
- Course & Educational Program Placement
- Special Education Services
- Placement Flexibility
- Absence Related to Deployment Activities
Eligibility
- Eligibility for Student Enrollment
- Eligibility for Extracurricular Participation
Graduation
- Waiving courses required for graduation if similar course work has been completed
- Flexibility in accepting state exit or end-of- course exams, national achievement tests, or alternative testing in lieu of testing requirements for graduation in the receiving state
- Allowing a student to receive a diploma from the sending school instead of the receiving school
Who do I contact in my state or school district to learn more about what is and is not covered in the Compact?
Contact your State Compact Commissioner. Contact information for each State Commissioner can be found at www.mic3.net
Is there a person at military installations who can help me understand the Compact issues and requirements for local school districts?
Contact the School Liaison Officer at your local installation. For a listing of School Liaisons in your area, visit the website at http://www.dodea.edu/Partnership/schoolLiaisonOfficers.cfm
What happens if the member state does not comply with the Compact?
The Compact provides a governance structure at both the state and national levels for enforcement and compliance.
All information was taken from the Military Insterstate Children's Compact Commission website
Special Needs Navigation and Parental Rights
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Virginia Procedural Safeguards for SPED
Virginia is one of only a few states in which parental consent is required before (i) and initial eligibility determination or any change in the students eligibility identification: (ii) any revision to the students IEP; (iii) any partial or complete termination of special education and related services (except for graduation with a standard or advanced diploma); and (iv) the provision of a free appropriate public education to transfer students.
Learn more about Your Family's Special Education Rights here.
You can also learn more about Virginia Regulations Governing SPED here.
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Guidance for Military Families with Students in Special Education
When the family has schoolaged children, relocation includes transfers to a new school division. For military families with students receiving special education and related services, relocation may bring additional challenges in ensuring smooth transitions in enrollment in a new school division. Check out VDOE's Guidance for Military Families with Special Education for more information.
You can also check out VDOE SPED Resources here for more support