Longfellow Middle School

The Longfellow Symphonic Band has been invited to perform at the 2026 Virginia Music Educator’s Association Conference this Fall! This group is one of two middle schools in the state that were invited to perform a long and rigorous program of music for an audience of hundreds of music teachers. The conference is held in Richmond VA this November. Congratulations, Lancers!

Another impressive Lancer is making a difference in the world! Justine Lai participated in INTEGIRLS, a nonprofit organization that promotes mathematics, problem-solving, and STEM opportunities for girls throughout the DMV area. Through this experience, Justine was inspired to explore STEM accessibility in neighboring schools, and partnered with Boolean Girl, a Northern Virginia nonprofit dedicated to expanding opportunities in coding, engineering, robotics, artificial intelligence, and technology for girls and other underrepresented students. Thank you, Justine, for looking out for your peers and inspiring girls everywhere to continue to pursue STEM!

Last Thursday, presenters came in to share their careers with the Longfellow student community. Students were able to sign up for two presenters, some including learning about Microsoft, anesthesiology, and K-9 units.

Longfellow is a diverse school that welcomes students from all over the world. Yesterday, some of our Multilingual Learners gave presentations about their heritage. They talked to students and staff members about food, culture, government, and so much more.

Congratulations to the Longfellow district track team, who ran this Saturday at Robinson Secondary School. A special congratulations goes out to Simone Beyers who placed third overall in the 800 m, and Joseph Cantanucci who placed third in long jump. Way to go, Lancers!

Congratulations to Ellie Broom, who won the DAR’s American History Essay Contest for the Freedom Hill Chapter. Way to go, Lancer!

Looking forward to celebrating America's 250th Birthday? Read a book!

Tomorrow is the 8th grade Science SOL! Today, students in Ms. Weidus' class used games created by former students to review content. Good luck, Lancers!

This week, 7th grade PE students competed in teams in a flag football round robin tournament spanning over 3 days. These teams made it past the semi-finals, and won the championship! Congratulations, Teams!

This weekend, Mrs. Barry and Mrs. Dawson took 100 theater and chorus students overnight to New York City! They learned a musical routine, working with company members from Broadway's Hadestown, visited the Museum of Broadway, and saw Maybe Happy Ending and Hadestown!