Quarter 2 Interims on Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 3:30
Good morning Families,
Please check your Parent Portal for Quarter 2 Interim Grades starting at 3:30 on Thursday, November 12, 2026. Please be sure to contact any of your child's teachers with concerns.
Thanks,
Mr. Keith
Engineering Design Team Showcase:
The event will take place on Monday, November 16, from 5:30–6:30 PM at the Goodwin Hall Atrium at Virginia Tech. Students will have the opportunity to meet Virginia Tech engineering design teams, explore their projects, and engage with hands-on STEM exhibits. The event is free, and snacks will be provided! Here is the link to share. Open to K-12 students!
Good morning Families,
Please check your Parent Portal for Quarter 2 Interim Grades starting at 3:30 on Thursday, November 12, 2026. Please be sure to contact any of your child's teachers with concerns.
Thanks,
Mr. Keith
Engineering Design Team Showcase:
The event will take place on Monday, November 16, from 5:30–6:30 PM at the Goodwin Hall Atrium at Virginia Tech. Students will have the opportunity to meet Virginia Tech engineering design teams, explore their projects, and engage with hands-on STEM exhibits. The event is free, and snacks will be provided! Here is the link to share. Open to K-12 students!
Dear Mustang Athletics Parents/Guardians/Spectators,
First and foremost, I would like to thank everyone for their dedication to supporting our student-athletes with passion and love. I wanted to send a reminder about expectations for spectators and fan behavior during games. At Shawsville Middle School, a key component of our student-athletes is for them to carry themselves with sportsmanship and class during all athletic contests. We ask that you all do the same. We all are representatives of the Shawsville community and always aim to be viewed positively with class and respect. The following actions will result in potential removal from games or being banned from athletics events at Shawsville Middle School:
Yelling negative or derogatory statements at referees, student-athletes, or coaches.
Using profane language at any time.
Disrespectful behavior towards other fans/spectators.
If you experience any issues during a game, please come and see me or Mr. Hairston. Please assist us in supporting your student-athletes with class and sportsmanship as you are representing both your player and the community as a whole. Passion is always acceptable when it doesn’t turn into negativity. I completely understand the importance of passion as a former high school and college student-athlete along with my time as a middle school, JV, and Varsity coach. Please give me a call at 540-268-2262, if you have any questions. Go Mustangs!
Sincerely,
Brandon D. Keith
Principal
First and foremost, I would like to thank everyone for their dedication to supporting our student-athletes with passion and love. I wanted to send a reminder about expectations for spectators and fan behavior during games. At Shawsville Middle School, a key component of our student-athletes is for them to carry themselves with sportsmanship and class during all athletic contests. We ask that you all do the same. We all are representatives of the Shawsville community and always aim to be viewed positively with class and respect. The following actions will result in potential removal from games or being banned from athletics events at Shawsville Middle School:
Yelling negative or derogatory statements at referees, student-athletes, or coaches.
Using profane language at any time.
Disrespectful behavior towards other fans/spectators.
If you experience any issues during a game, please come and see me or Mr. Hairston. Please assist us in supporting your student-athletes with class and sportsmanship as you are representing both your player and the community as a whole. Passion is always acceptable when it doesn’t turn into negativity. I completely understand the importance of passion as a former high school and college student-athlete along with my time as a middle school, JV, and Varsity coach. Please give me a call at 540-268-2262, if you have any questions. Go Mustangs!
Sincerely,
Brandon D. Keith
Principal
Dear Parents and Families:
Get ready! The Scholastic Book Fair is coming our way (YAY!). Choosing their own books
empowers kids and inspires them to become Bolder, Prouder, and Stronger Readers. AND—as
always—every book they buy earns rewards for our school.
Here’s what you need to know about the Fair, which will take place November 9-13, 2026 at the
SMS Library 8:00-3:00.
This year, say goodbye to cash and hello to eWallet—your child’s digital payment account.
Before the Fair, set up eWallet for worry-free, cash-free purchases. Anyone can contribute!
Share each child’s eWallet so friends and family can add funds and give your kids more books to
enjoy.
If you can’t make it to the Fair, then shop at our school’s Online Book Fair. All orders ship
directly to your home, and shipping is free for book orders over $35. Your online orders will also
benefit our school.
Visit our Book Fair homepage to learn more and get started with eWallet and online shopping:
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/shawsvillemiddleschool1
The countdown to more Bookjoy is on! Catch you at the Fair!
Happy reading,
Brandon D. Keith
Principal
Alana Atkinson
Librarian
Shawsville Middle School
Good morning Mustang Families!
Please see the information below.
ReachOut ParentSquare message (Jane Greenough)
Please share the following with your families and students as a reminder of the available 24/7 on-demand counseling and mental health student resource.
Report cards and grades can sometimes bring added pressure. If you're feeling worried, frustrated, or overwhelmed about school, ReachOut is available 24/7 to
connect you with trained counselors who are there to listen. You don’t have to handle challenges alone.
Call or Text:
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Action Required
LEAD Opportunities Expo advertising (Jane Greenough)
Please ensure that this flyer is sent to parents. If you can include information about the expo in your communication with parents, please do!
Thanks!
Mr. Keith
Good afternoon All,
This week is Red Ribbon Week and Halloween. Please see the the Red Ribbon Spirit Day document attached below for each daily theme. Expectations for Halloween costumes are below as well. Please contact us at 540-268-2262, if you have any questions.
Friday - Students will be allowed to wear Halloween costumes with the following restrictions:
-No masks
-No props
-No headwear
-No facepaint
-No fake weapons
Thanks,
Mr. Keith
All,
Please see the attached flyers below for our upcoming LEAD Expo on Thursday, November 19, 2026.
Thanks,
Mr. Keith
All,
Please see the information below about Winter Sport TRYOUTS!
Girls Basketball Tryouts begin Tuesday, October 20 from 3:15-5:15pm. There will be a mandatory parent meeting immediately following tryouts on Tuesday, October 20.
Tryout Schedule:
Tuesday, October 20: 3:15–5:15 PM
Wednesday, October 21: 3:15–5:15 PM
Thursday, October 22: 3:15–5:15 PM
Boys tryouts will be October 19 and 20 from 5:30-7:30. There will be a mandatory parent meeting on October 22 at 7pm.
Cheer tryouts will be on October 23 from 3:30-5:30. There will be a mandatory parent meeting on October 26 beginning at 5:30pm
ALL athletes trying out for any winter sport MUST have a physical on file. Please contact our AD, Coach Buchanan at henrybuchanan@mcps.org with any questions.
Thanks!
Mr. Keith
All,
Please see the reminder below about Q1 report cards. They will be shared electronically on Friday, October 16, 2026.
Thanks,
Mr. Keith
Good morning All,
Quarter 1 report cards will be mailed home at the end of next week. Please be on the lookout for them. Contact any of your child's teachers if you have any questions or concerns.
CHCNRV School Clinic at EMHS - We are pleased to share that MCPS is partnering with the Community Health Center of the New River Valley (CHCNRV) to open a new school-based health center at Eastern Montgomery High School. The center is expected to open on October 19 and will serve students and staff throughout MCPS. By bringing health services into a school setting, this partnership is designed to make care more convenient and accessible for our school communities. Please see the attached flyer.
East Month School Clinic Flyer
Thanks,
Mr. Keith
Good morning SMS Parents/Guardians,
The end of Quarter 1 is approaching. The end of Quarter 1 will be Thursday, October 8, 2026. Please remind your child to complete all missing assignments and give their best efforts. Please be sure to check your Parent Portal account. Lastly, please be sure to contact your child teachers if you have questions or concerns about their grades.
Thanks,
Mr. Keith
The end of Quarter 1 is approaching. The end of Quarter 1 will be Thursday, October 8, 2026. Please remind your child to complete all missing assignments and give their best efforts. Please be sure to check your Parent Portal account. Lastly, please be sure to contact your child teachers if you have questions or concerns about their grades.
Thanks,
Mr. Keith
All,
Please see the important updates attached in the flyer about SMS Cheer. Contact Coach Buchanan at henrybuchanan@mcps.org, if you have any questions.
Thanks,
Mr. Keith
Good morning SMS Parents/Guardians,
The end of Quarter 1 is approaching. The end of Quarter 1 will be Thursday, October 8, 2026. Please remind your child to complete all missing assignments and give their best efforts. Please be sure to check your Parent Portal account. Lastly, please be sure to contact your child teachers if you have questions or concerns about their grades.
Thanks,
Mr. Keith
The end of Quarter 1 is approaching. The end of Quarter 1 will be Thursday, October 8, 2026. Please remind your child to complete all missing assignments and give their best efforts. Please be sure to check your Parent Portal account. Lastly, please be sure to contact your child teachers if you have questions or concerns about their grades.
Thanks,
Mr. Keith
All,
This evening's SMS Football Game vs. Galax has been cancelled. The football staff will send out any additional updates that are necessary.
Thanks,
Mr. Keith
This evening's SMS Football Game vs. Galax has been cancelled. The football staff will send out any additional updates that are necessary.
Thanks,
Mr. Keith
Good morning,
The deadline for returning/ordering school picture packets is Friday, 9/18/2026 at 2:30 PM. Please have your child return their forms by the deadline if they have not yet done so.
Thanks,
Mr. Keith
The deadline for returning/ordering school picture packets is Friday, 9/18/2026 at 2:30 PM. Please have your child return their forms by the deadline if they have not yet done so.
Thanks,
Mr. Keith
7th Grade SMS Parents/Guardians,
Permission forms for the upcoming October 7, 2026 Career Quest field trip will be sent home with students this week. Please sign your child’s permission form and have them return it to their 1st Period teacher by Wednesday, September 30, 2026.
Thanks,
Mr. Keith
Permission forms for the upcoming October 7, 2026 Career Quest field trip will be sent home with students this week. Please sign your child’s permission form and have them return it to their 1st Period teacher by Wednesday, September 30, 2026.
Thanks,
Mr. Keith
Good afternoon SMS Families!
Please be on the lookout for information about cheer tryout dates. An update will be provided very soon. Thanks for your patience with this process. If your child is interested in trying out for cheer, please ensure that they have an updated physical. Contact Coach Buchanan at henrybuchanan@mcps.org, if you have any questions.
Thanks,
Mr. Keith
Please be on the lookout for information about cheer tryout dates. An update will be provided very soon. Thanks for your patience with this process. If your child is interested in trying out for cheer, please ensure that they have an updated physical. Contact Coach Buchanan at henrybuchanan@mcps.org, if you have any questions.
Thanks,
Mr. Keith
Good morning,
Please see the information below for our September PTO Meeting. Please join us!
September PTO Meeting - VIRTUAL
Date: Tuesday, September 22
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Virtual
Link: https://meet.google.com/
Agenda: SMS
Thanks!
Mr. Keith
Good morning SMS Parents/Guardians,
We are looking for Shawsville Middle School parents/guardians who would like to join our Parent Advisory Committee. This will be a division-wide committee with representatives from each school. This committee will meet quarterly, and members will be asked to give their perspective on a pre-selected list of topics at each meeting. Please contact me personally at 540-268-2262 or via email, if you are interested in representing Shawsville Middle School.
Thanks,
Mr. Keith
Attendance Matters!
Good Morning SMS Parents/Guardians,
We are looking for Shawsville Middle School parents/guardians who would like to join our Parent Advisory Committee. This will be a division-wide committee with representatives from each school. This committee will meet quarterly, and members will be asked to give their perspective on a pre-selected list of topics at each meeting.
Please contact me personally at 540-268-2262 or via email, if you are interested in representing Shawsville Middle School.
Thanks,
Mr. Keith
We are looking for Shawsville Middle School parents/guardians who would like to join our Parent Advisory Committee. This will be a division-wide committee with representatives from each school. This committee will meet quarterly, and members will be asked to give their perspective on a pre-selected list of topics at each meeting.
Please contact me personally at 540-268-2262 or via email, if you are interested in representing Shawsville Middle School.
Thanks,
Mr. Keith