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Stone Bridge Times Volume 12, Issue 6 January 2012
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Principal‟s Perspective
Welcome back for what we hope will be a wonderful New Year
on the home front and an equally terrific year on the academic front. Just
prior to the holidays I had one of those special moments when Colonel
Brian Newberry (USAF) stopped in with a special gift. Colonel Newberry
is a Stone Bridge parent deployed as a pilot in Afghanistan. Just prior to
returning to his base he presented us with an American flag that was flown
on board his KC-135 Stratotanker on a combat aerial refueling mission
over Afghanistan and the Kyrgyz Republic in support of Operation
Enduring Freedom. The flag will be framed and placed in our trophy case
as a reminder of the brave men and women representing our country in the
armed services and foreign services, many of whom have families
involved in our schools. We appreciate all of their efforts and sacrifices.
The semester exams will be from January 17-20. The schedule is
posted on our website and in this newsletter. Please note the change to the
order of exams from previous years. Our Saturday Exam Review Day will
be January 14 from 9-11 am. This is a good opportunity for students to
come in and get assistance from teachers and student tutors, to have
focused quiet study time for review, and to complete make-up work. We
welcome parents who might be interested in tutoring, particularly in the
areas of math or science. Please contact Karen Normandy at
[email protected] if you may be interested. We thank the PTSO
for providing snacks for our teachers that morning. Note that January 23rd
is a moveable teacher workday (subject to change due to weather). Also,
we have had inquiries about ski trips that will occur over the January 21-23
weekend. These are independent trips that are not under school sanctions.
Report cards will be sent home on February 1. Earlier this year
we mentioned that we hoped to provide parents with the opportunity to
view your students’ grades through a Parent Portal on our new
“CLARITY” grading system at some point during the second semester. It
appears that if this is to happen, most likely it will be during the fourth
quarter. The school system plans to open the portal for parents in all
schools at the beginning of next school year (2012-13). We will keep you
updated as we will need to provide parents with individual passcodes and
some initial training opportunities. Stay tuned to this enhanced
communications benefit.
Immediately at the end of this semester our guidance counselors
will visit classes to begin the scheduling process for next year. Again,
given budget constraints, course selection impacts our ability to offer
certain courses. The flexibility to change classes becomes very limited.
There are no hard copies of the Program of Studies (POS) for students to
take home this year, so our guidance director, Mr. Lucas, is sending out a
link to the POS for you to access (and print) when discussing course
considerations and graduation requirements with your students. If you do
not have computer access then please contact the Guidance Office and we
will help provide you with a hard copy.
Thanks again for all you do to support our school.
James E. Person
Principal
James E. Person
Principal
In this Issue
Page 2 Senior Class Information
2012-2013 School Calendar
Math Dept News
Page 3-4 Guidance Dept Info
Page 4 1st Semester Exam Schedule
AP Exam Schedule
Page 5 Library/Media Center Update
Athletic Boosters Update
Page 6 Exam Care Package Form
Page 7-9 Project Grad Info
Page 10 Ethics Day 2012 Information
Page 11 Step Up Loudoun Call to Action
Page 12 Monroe Tech Center Open House
Upcoming Events
Jan 3 Classes Resume
Jan 4 National English Honors Society
Induction 7:00
Jan 5 Senior Music Recital 7:00
Jan 13-14 Drama One Acts
Jan 14 Exam Review Day, 9-11 am
Jan 16 Martin Luther King Holiday
Jan 17 Exams – Periods 6, 5
Jan 18 Exams – Periods 1, 2
Jan 19 Exams – Periods 7, 8, MTC “B”
Day
Jan 20 Exams – Periods 3, 4, MTC “A”
Day
Jan 20 End 1st Semester
Jan 23 Moveable Student Holiday
Feb 1 Report Cards Distributed
Feb 6 Athletic Booster Meeting
Feb 10 Science Fair
Feb 13 AP Information Night 7:00
Feb 15 Rising 9th
Parent Information
Meeting 6:30
Feb 16 Jazz Coffeehouse, 7:00 Cafeteria
Feb 20 President‟s Day Holiday
Feb 21 SCA Blood Drive
Spring Sports Tryouts Begin
Feb 27 PTSO Meeting
Feb 29 Interims Sent Home
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Class of „12
Dates to Remember:
February 14: Valentine’s Day Fundraiser Class of 2012 will be selling roses, Hershey kisses,
balloons, and singing telegrams. We will be holding
auditions for the singers after winter break. Orders will
be taken in February during lunch shifts, and order
forms will be available on the Senior Class website.
Please send order forms with cash or check to the main
office - Attention: Senior Class Fundraiser.
Sunday, June 10 @ 7:30 p.m.: Graduation at the
Patriot Center: Start planning now! Students will
receive up-to-date information throughout the second
semester. Tickets are NOT required but parents are
encouraged to arrive early for seats at the Patriot
Center.
2012-13 School Calendar
August 27: First Day of School for Students
September 3: Holiday (Labor Day)
October 8: Holiday (Columbus Day)
November 2: End of the Grading Period
November 5-6: Student Holidays
(Planning/Records/Conference Days)
November 21-23: Holiday (Thanksgiving)
December 24-January 1: Winter Break (Classes
Resume January 2)
January 17: End of Grading Period
January 18: Moveable Student Holiday
(Planning/Records/Conference Day)
January 21: Holiday (Martin Luther King Jr. Day)
February 18: Holiday (Presidents’ Day)
March 22: End of Grading Period
March 25-29: Holiday (Spring Break)
April 1: Student Holiday
(Planning/Records/Conference Day)
May 27: Holiday (Memorial Day)
June 6: Last Day of School for Students/End of
Grading Period
Math Department
The second Virginia Math League contest was
held on November 15. Juniors Sourabh Cheedella,
Jasmine Jellá, Kelly McDaniel, and Haitham
Shahin all scored 5 points. Juniors Sourabh
Cheedella and Jenny Xing are tied for first place with
10 points each. Senior Andy Wong and juniors
Jasmine Jellá and Kelly McDaniel are tied for second
place with 9 points each. The thirty-minute
competition is held in the cafeteria before school.
Students need only a pencil and a calculator to
participate, and all students are encouraged to attend.
Additional contest dates are December 6, January 10,
February 7, and March 6. Further information will
available on the website.
Homework club is underway! Students who
attend can receive assistance in their current subjects,
they can work on gaps from past classes, or they can
prepare for tests such as the SOL or SAT. A
mathematics teacher or advanced studies student will
always be available. The club meets Monday,
Thursday, and Friday mornings in L401 between 8:20
and 8:50. The schedule is posted on the math website.
Be sure your student’s calculator has been
permanently marked with some type of ID. It’s a good
idea to record the serial number as well. If you have
recently purchased a calculator and still have the proof
of purchase, please send it to school with your student.
We collect the POP’s in the math department and use
them to acquire additional equipment from Texas
Instruments.
If your student is enrolled in any Algebra I or
Algebra II class or Geometry, he or she can access the
textbook at home by visiting classzone.com. Links are
provided on the math website. First time admittance
requires an activation code which can be obtained
from your student’s math teacher.
If you have any questions concerning
mathematics at Stone Bridge, please contact Rita
Driskill at [email protected] or 571-252-2200.
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Guidance Personnel and Counselor
Assignments Direct Phone Number: 571-252-2214
FAX Number: 571-252-2213
Please note, when you need to speak with a
Guidance Counselor or someone in the Guidance
Department regarding class schedules, grades,
transcripts, registration, withdrawals, Work Permits, or
Behind the Wheel Drivers Education you should dial
their number directly at 571-252-2214.
Mr. Tim Lucas Guidance Director
Ms. Bell A-Ch
Mr. Diamond Ci-Gh
Ms. Halpin Gi-K
Mr. Misik L-O
Ms. McCarthy P-Sk
Mr. Abrigo Sl-Z
Ms. Kurzeja Career Center
Ms. Barr Secretary (Work Permits)
Ms. Marchio Secretary (Work Permits)
Ms. Graydon Secretary (Work Permits)
Counselors will be available Monday
evenings until 7:30 p.m. by appointment only.
Interim Dates: All students will receive interim
reports from each of their teachers, regardless of the
grade the student has earned. Second marking period
interims were sent home on December 14. Interims for
the third quarter will be sent home on February 29.
SAT Registration: The deadline for the January 28th
test is December 30th
. Late registration is January 13th.
Register at www.collegeboard.com or stop by the
Career Center for a paper registration. If you miss
these deadlines and would still like to take this SAT,
check with your guidance counselor about the
possibility of being a “walk-in”. Seniors should check
the application requirements for their desired colleges
to verify if SAT II subject tests are required. Be sure
to register for these tests as well. Check with your
guidance counselor for more information.
ACT Registration: Registration deadline for the
Febuary 11 test is January 13th. Late registration is
January 20th
. Visit www.act.org to register.
SAT/ACT Practice: There are several web sites that
students can utilize for test practice. Some of them are
free while others require a fee. Stone Bridge High
School does not endorse any particular site but
provides them here as a service to our students. Free
sites include www.collegeboard, comwww.act.org,
and www.review.com. For a fee, www.kaptest.com,
www.satmath.com, www.testu.com. “One On One with
the SAT” is a test prep program by the College Board
on the SBHS computer network. Students can access
this program under the “Guidance” section under
“Programs” on the network.
College Applications: Counselors have visited
senior classrooms to discuss the college application
process. All seniors must have a “transcript release
form” on file before transcripts can be sent to
colleges. Applications are processed as they are
submitted to guidance. A minimum of two weeks
must be allowed for processing. For example, if a
college’s due date is February 1st, guidance must have
the required paperwork by January 15th
. If you have
questions, please contact your student’s guidance
counselor. There is a $3.00 fee for each transcript to
be paid at the time of the request. Transcripts for
scholarship applications will be provided free.
MILITARY INFORMATION: Representatives
from the different branches of the military sometimes
visit Stone Bridge High School throughout the year.
They will set up in the Career Center to meet and talk
with students about military careers and educational
choices. Male students 18 years old must register
with the Selective Service. Visit www.sss.gov for
more information.
Procedures for Obtaining Homework Due to
Unexpected Absences: Parents/guardians or
students should call the Guidance Office, (571) 252-
2214, by noon on the second day of the absence to
request homework when the absence is expected to
last more than three school days. This will help
ensure that work will be available by the end of the
third school day. If a student is to return on the third
day, he or she should pick up the missed work
directly from their teachers upon returning to class.
Student Withdrawal Procedures: The parent or
guardian of the withdrawing student MUST notify the
guidance office of the student’s impending departure
and obtain a “Withdrawal/Transfer Form” from the
guidance secretary at least three days in advance of
the planned departure. The parent/guardian is
required to complete and sign the form and return it to
the guidance office. The signed form will be given to
the student during his or her last two days of school.
The student will walk the form through the building
obtaining teacher signatures, withdrawal grades and
returning text books and library books. All books
must be returned to avoid a deficiency. Lockers
MUST be cleaned out and PE locks returned to the
PE teacher. Before leaving on the last day, the
student will bring the completed form to the guidance
office for processing. If you have any questions,
please do not hesitate to call Guidance at 571-252-
2214.
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ETHICS AND LEADERSHIP DAY 2012: SBHS
was privileged to provide last year’s seniors with an
Ethics and Leadership Day. This spring, we want to
provide the class of 2012 with the same opportunity.
The purpose of this event is to provide all seniors with
thought provoking topics for which they must decide
the outcome while considering the impact those
decisions have on society. In order to continue this
program, we need to raise the majority of the funds.
Please see the enclosed flyer if you or your company
can help.
SCHOLARSHIPS: Students, especially seniors,
should sign up with www.wiredscholar.com and
www.fastweb.com to begin their search for
scholarships. The Career Center also maintains a list of
scholarships through the Stone Bridge website.
Students should check these weekly. The Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the
government’s form to determine if a student qualifies
for certain grants, federally funded work-study or low
interest loans. ALL families should complete this
form. Many merit scholarships require this form as
well as many Loudoun based scholarships. The
government encourages filing this form on the web. It
is faster and more accurate. This form cannot be
completed until January 1, 2012. The information
required is based on this tax year. To be proactive
however, students and their parent/guardian can
request PIN numbers from the government now. Log
onto www.pin.ed.gov to request your PINs.
First Semester Exam Schedule
DATE PERIODS Tues, Jan. 17 6
th and 5
th
Wed, Jan. 18 1st and 2
nd
Thurs, Jan. 19 7th
and 8th
, CS Monroe “B” Day Exam
Fri, Jan. 20 3rd
and 4th,
CS Monroe “A” Day Exam
Mon, Jan. 23 Teacher Workday/Student Holiday
Tues, Jan. 24 1st Day of 2
nd Semester “A” Day
Wed, Feb. 1 Report Cards Sent Home
Exam 9:05 am – 11:00 am
Break 11:00 am – 11:25 am
Exam 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Dismissal 1:30 pm
Important Dates Interim Dates End of Nine Weeks
2nd
Marking Pd Dec 14 Jan 20
3rd
Marking Pd Feb 29 Mar 30
4th
Marking Pd May 9 June 8
Interim dates are subject to change. Report
cards will be sent home on the following dates:
February 1, April 18, and the last report card will be
mailed home by June 13.
AP Exam Schedule 2012
The AP Exam Schedule is listed below. In
order to receive the 1.0 weighting students must take
the exam. The fee for each exam is $80.00 and
payment must be received by January 13, 2012. In
addition, an Exam Agreement must be completed by
September 30, 2011. This agreement will be mailed
home to the parent of each student enrolled in an AP
class. If a family needs to arrange for a payment plan
or anticipates difficulty in paying for the exam, the
family should speak confidentially with the student’s
guidance counselor. Please contact your student’s
counselor if you have any questions.
Morning Session
7:45
Afternoon Session
12:45
Monday, May 7 Chemistry Psychology
Tuesday, May 8 Computer Science A
Spanish Language
Wednesday, May 9 Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Thursday, May 10 English Literature
Latin Vergil
Friday, May 11 German Language
United States History
Studio Art
(portfolios due)
Monday, May 14 Biology
Physics C:
Mechanics
Tuesday, May 15 Government &
Politics
Government
Compartive
French Language
Wednesday, May 16 English Language
Statistics
Thursday, May 17 Macroeconomics
World History Microeconomics
Friday, May 18
During all exam days school closes at 1:30
p.m.; however, the library will remain open for
students until 3:30 p.m. All other times the library is
open Monday through Thursday 8:00-4:30 and Friday
8:00-4:00.
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Library/Media Center
The library has posted summaries of new
books on our library webpage. What do I Read Next
contains a virtual book shelf for students to browse in
search of a new title to enjoy. Cuddle up with a warm
cup of hot cocoa and read your favorite!
Our library is available for students as they study for
exams and complete first semester research projects.
The website also contains helpful student resources.
We wish all students good luck on their semester
exams!
Athletic Booster Club News
Winter Sports have begun!
Congratulations to all our winter athletes. Parents, did
you know the Stone Bridge Athletic Booster Club
supports the school’s Athletic Department, coaches
and the student athletes? Did you know that the Stone
Bridge Booster Club will award eight $1000
scholarships to outstanding seniors? To be eligible you
must be a member of the Booster Club. Please check
our website (www.stonebridgesports.org) or the school
guidance office for further information.
We are looking ahead to our spring mulch
sale. Our date for delivery is set for Saturday, April
14th. This year we will offer online ordering. Please
watch the Stone Bridge Athletic website for updated
details and instructions to place your order.
www.stonebridgesports.org.
The Booster Club meets on the first Monday
of each month. We have a number of annual
fundraising events; Bulldog Card Blitz, Spring Mulch
Sale and we encourage parents to participate. If you
are interested in getting involved please contact one
of the board members or attend our next board
meeting!
It is never too late to become a Booster Club
member! Purchase one of our membership packages
which range in price from $15 to $500. Most
membership packages have “Bulldog Bucks” which
are redeemable at our Booster Club Spirit wear booth.
Members do not need to have children enrolled in the
school district to be eligible for membership. We
invite you to join the club and support your favorite
teams
The Booster Club is also registered with Harris
Teeter Together in Education program – our account
number is 5938. Simply give the account number to
the cashier (during your next check-out) and ask them
to link it to your Harris Teeter VIC card. Once our
account number is linked, every time you shop during
the program, 5% of your Private Label purchases will
be contributed by Harris Teeter to the Booster Club.
Remember to check the Booster Club web
page for updated information on upcoming events and
membership news!
STONE BRIDGE ATHLETIC BOOSTERS
ONE CLUB, FOR ALL TEAMS
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Exam Care Package
Attention Parents: Are your students stressed preparing for midterm exams? Times like these call for parental
support! Send them an Exam Care Package to make their day and to start off exams on the right foot. These packages will
be delivered to your student(s) on the morning of their 6th
period exam, January 17, and/or 2nd
period exam on January 18.
The package will include a drink and munchies for the brainpower needed, number 2 pencils and erasers to help with tests,
along with pens, candy, and other goodies.
The Sophomore Class will be accepting orders for Exam Care Packages until Thursday, January 12. The
cost will be $10 per package. Please make checks out to SBHS and return the completed form below with your check to
the main office, attention Mrs. Anna Williams or Mrs. Donahue. Additional forms will be available in the main office and
on the SBHS website. Please indicate on the form which period you would like the package delivered. Thank you for
printing clearly!
Student A
To: ______________________________________ From: ___________________________________________
Send a message: ___________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________
Deliver to: Period 1 (Jan. 17) Teacher _____________________ Room # ___________
Period 6 (Jan. 18) Teacher _____________________ Room # ___________
Total Amount for Student “A” at $10.00 each $_____________
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Student B
To: ______________________________________ From: ___________________________________________
Send a message: ____________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
Deliver to: Period 1 (Jan. 17) Teacher ____________________ Room # ___________
Period 6 (Jan. 18) Teacher _____________________ Room # ___________
Total Amount for Student “B” at $10.00 each $_____________
Exam Schedule-Please note the order of exams
Date Periods Tues, Jan. 17 6
th and 5th
Wed, Jan. 18 1st and 2
nd
Thurs, Jan. 19 7th
and 8th
, Monroe “B” Day Exams
Fri, Jan. 20 3rd
and 4th
, Monroe “A” Day Exams
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Each year, a fun group comes together to plan and execute one of the most talked about events of our child’s high school career: the all-night party held the night of graduation, a.k.a.:
“Project Graduation”
Make no mistake, this is one heck of a party and we need parents from ALL GRADES to help throughout the year as well as the night of the party. Sure it’s hard work and crazy hours, but… the end product is so rewarding!! Feedback from Seniors has consistently described the party as totally awesome and one of the best times they’ve ever had at SBHS! To make the party such a success, the PG Committee meets monthly throughout the year to plan fresh ideas for each graduating class. We are in search of folks to help throughout the year, as well as volunteering for set-up, chaperone, and break-down the actual party day!! We urge you to sign-up to volunteer, or come to a meeting or contact us to learn more about Project Graduation.
Project Grad is an important, well-loved tradition at SBHS and one that we want to be sure continues for all of our students.
Attention Senior Parents – For the first time we will be selling Project Graduation tickets starting in
the fall at a discounted price of $40.00 (compared to $60.00 the day of the party). Order Now!
Thanks for reading!
Please feel free to contact us with any questions!
Tory Schulte ([email protected]) &
Mary Ahearn ([email protected])
Calling ALL Parents
Here’s your chance to truly make a difference in your child’s high school and community!
We need you, so please, read on and sign up to help!
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2012 Project Graduation
All Night Celebration for Seniors Sunday, June 10th 11:30pm – Monday, June 11th 5:00am
PARENT VOLUNTEER FORM SBHS Project Graduation Depends on Volunteers like you!
No donation of time or talent is too small.
Parent Name(s) ______________________________________________________ Student Name(s)/Grade(s) ___________________________________________ Parent Email ______________________________________________________ Home Phone ___________________ Cell ______________________________
I would like to help during the party (10:30/11:00PM - 5:00AM) (indicate
your interest):
____ Prizes ____ Food ____ Security ____ Registration
____Casino ____ Coat/Bag Check ____ Games ____ I am flexible
___ I’m available to help set-up/decorations (Saturday 6/9, Sunday 6/10)
____I would like to join the planning committee (meet 2nd Monday of every
month). Committee leads may be needed in the following areas (indicate your
interest):
GET CURRENT COMMITTEMENT!
____ Food ____ Decorations ____ Volunteer Coordination
____ Prizes ____ Games ____ Tear Down ____ Coat/Bag Check
____ Fundraising ____ Registration ____ Security
_____I would like to help with clean-up after the party (starts at 3:15AM
Monday)
Questions? E-mail [email protected]
PLEASE RETURN THIS FORM TO THE SBHS MAIN OFFICE
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Stone Bridge High School
Project Graduation
Ticket Order Form
Student Name: _______________________________________________
Parent(s) Name: ______________________________________________
Parent Email for Confirmation of Ticket Sale___________________________
Parent(s) Contact Phones for evening of June 10th (Required information)
HOME PHONE: _______________ CELL PHONE: _________________
Best Deal
TICKET PRICES
$40 – If ordered by JANUARY 31, 2012
$50 - FEBRUARY 1, 2012 – JUNE 9, 2012
$60 – AT THE DOOR
CASH OR CHECKS PAYABLE TO SBHS Project Grad
Return Form to: SBHS Main Office marked Project Graduation or Mail
to: SBHS Project Graduation, 43100 Hay Road, Ashburn, VA 20147
Help us with the Baby Picture Guessing Game! Send in your Grad’ s
baby picture (photos will not be returned).
Photo enclosed: Yes ______ No ______
PARENT VOLUNTEERS STILL NEEDED. Go to Project Graduation quick link on
SBHS website or at [email protected]__
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CLASS OF 2012
ETHICS AND LEADERSHIP DAY
Friday, March 16, 2012 at the National Conference Center
The purpose of this event is to provide opportunities for all students in the Stone Bridge senior class to discuss,
make decisions and reach consensus on thought provoking topics and consider the impact those decisions can have
on society.
More than 30 business people and community members help facilitate discussions about the scenarios presented
and encourage interesting discussions with the students about the topic of ethics. Scenario topics may include a
mock trial, hazing, and a “Bad Samaritan” presentation.
Many thanks to our sponsors from the 2011 event:
Gold Sponsor
Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority
Horizon Consulting, Inc.
Silver Sponsor
Keeper Technology
Vulcan Concrete
Bronze Sponsor
Imagery Paint & Promoting
Other
The Donaghue Family
The Springman Family
Dinner by Design, LLC
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
In order to take this event off-site and cover the cost of lunch for the students,
we ask that you help financially support this important event:
_______Gold ($1,000) _______Bronze ($250)
_______Silver ($500) _______Other
SPONSORSHIP COMMITMENT
Fax to 571-252-2213 or email to [email protected]
Name: ________________________ _________________________________
Company: _______________________________ Email_______________________ Phone: ______________ ___________ FAX: ____________________________________
For more information and payment details, contact Theresa Kurzeja at (571) 252-2214.
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Bridge High School 43100 Hay Road
Ashburn, VA 20147
Anyone Needing Assistance for Public Programs
If, due to a disability, you need assistance to enable
you to participate meaningfully in any Stone Bridge
High School meetings or events, please contact
Assistant Principal, Joe Gabalski at 571-252-2200
at least five (5) working days prior to the event.
HOME OF THE BULLDOGS
STONE BRIDGE HIGH SCHOOL
ADMINISTRATION
James E. Person, Principal
Joe Gabalski, Assistant Principal
Jan Whitfield, Assistant Principal
Matthew Wilburn, Assistant Principal
Robert T. Lucas, Guidance Director
David Hembach, Athletic Director
Nan Lewis, Activities Coordinator
Katherine Farrish, Bookkeeper
Phone (571)252-2200
Guidance Dept. (571) 252-2214
Fax (571)252-2201
Absentee Line (571) 252-2202
9th
Grade Office (571) 252-2216
Athletic Dept. (571) 252-2210
Sports Hotline (571) 252-2211
Clinic (571) 252-2215
www.loudoun.k12.va.us/schools/sbh
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