Good Evening, Mayfield Community,

As we approach the end of the calendar year, I am filled with immense pride as I reflect on the incredible accomplishments of our students and staff. The energy at Mayfield Intermediate School has been nothing short of inspiring, and it is a joy to share some of our most recent successes with you.

🌟 Celebrating Excellence: Students of the Month

One of the highlights of my month is recognizing students who go above and beyond to model our core values. We recently celebrated 64 outstanding students for our October and November Student of the Month ceremony. These individuals were selected for their dedication to the Student Code of Conduct and for being leaders in our hallways and classrooms. Congratulations to our honorees—your hard work does not go unnoticed!

🏆 1st Place in the Manassas Christmas Parade!

If you attended the Greater Manassas Christmas Parade, you likely saw our amazing Mayfield float! I am thrilled to announce that Mayfield Intermediate took home the 1st Place Award for our float design. This was a true team effort, designed and built through the collaboration of our creative students and dedicated staff. Seeing our school spirit on display in the heart of our community was a moment I won’t soon forget.

🎶 A Harmonious Winter Concert

Our fine arts department continues to shine! Last week, our Chorus delivered a spectacular Winter Concert. The talent and preparation displayed by our singers were truly impressive, and it was the perfect way to bring our community together through music. Thank you to Ms. Hellebuyck, our chorus director, and students for sharing your gifts with us.

❄️ Warm Wishes for Winter Break

As we look forward to the upcoming holiday season, please take note of our winter schedule:

Winter Break Dates: December 22, 2025 – January 2, 2026.

Return Date: We look forward to seeing everyone back on Monday, January 5, 2026, for a "B" Day.

I hope this break provides each of you with the opportunity to rest, recharge, and enjoy quality time with family and friends. Please stay safe and healthy, and we will see you in the New Year!

Have a fantastic weekend.

Dr. Frischkorn, Principal

Mrs. Milhoan, 5th Grade Assistant Principal

Mr. Moore, 6th Grade Assistant Principal

The semester is winding down, and we are just days away from a well-deserved Winter Break! Let's finish strong with a week of learning, school spirit, and fun.

🎉 Winter Wonderland Spirit Week! (Dec 15th - Dec 19th)

Get your festive gear ready! We are kicking off the holiday season with a special Spirit Week to celebrate all the hard work this year and get excited for the break. Participation from both students and staff is encouraged!

✈️ 6th Grade Field Trip Alert!Smithsonian Air and Space Museum Adventure

Our 6th graders are soaring into science and history with an exciting field trip to the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum! This hands-on learning experience will connect directly with their current studies in science and social studies.

📚 Academic Support & OpportunitiesSummit K-12 After School Tutoring

Need an extra boost before the break? Please take advantage of our after-school tutoring sessions focusing on Summit K-12. Students participating in the tutoring program will be taking their Middle of Year progress assessment to monitor their progress.

Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday

Time: 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM

🎒 New Year Checklist

To help make the transition back to school as smooth as possible, here are a few reminders for Sunday, January 4th:

Check Your Schedule: Log into your student portal to review your "B" Day classes and room numbers.

Organize Your Supplies: Make sure your backpack is stocked with pens, pencils, and your Summit K-12 materials.

Reset Your Alarm: Start getting back into your school-year sleep routine a day or two before we return.

Thank you for an excellent start to the school year. Whether you are traveling or staying cozy at home, we hope your break is filled with relaxation and fun. We can't wait to see your smiling faces in 2026!

Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!

We’re excited to help you get started. Below you’ll find an overview of the main areas of your Schoology account. This guide will help you navigate the platform with ease. For more detailed instructions on specific features, please visit the Schoology Learning website

What is Schoology?

Schoology is an online learning platform that teachers use to:

♦Share classroom materials and resources.

♦Provide a safe space for students to discuss ideas and collaborate on projects.

♦Assign and collect homework electronically.

♦Schoology helps students stay organized and connected with their class.

Why Create a Parent Account?

A Schoology Parent Account allows you to:

♦View the classes your child is enrolled in.

♦See upcoming assignments and due dates.

♦Stay informed with school and class announcements.

♦Schoology makes it easy for parents to stay engaged and support their child’s learning journey.

Setting Up Your Account

When you create a Parent account in Schoology, you’ll actually have access to two views:

Your Personal Account – This includes your own name and information.

Child Activity View – This allows you to see Schoology from your child’s perspective, view their courses, and receive updates about their activity.

The first time you log in, we recommend reviewing and adjusting your account settings to ensure you get the most out of Schoology. To create your account, please have your Access Code ready. This is a 12-digit code (formatted like XXXX-XXXX-XXXX) provided by your child’s teacher or school. Click this "Link" and follow the instructions in the attached document for "HowTo."

Set up Parent Schoology Account

Configurar la cuenta de Schoology para padres

Navigate Schoology Dashboard: Tips for Tracking Your Child’s Academic Activity

New to Schoology or looking for ways to make the most of its features? Our step-by-step presentation is here to help! You’ll learn everything you need—from logging in and navigating the dashboard to checking assignments, grades, and teacher updates. Stay connected and confidently support your child’s learning journey.

Explore our resource: Schoology Dashboard – Tips for Tracking Your Child’s Academic Activity. Click here to view the presentation.

This past week, the Virginia Department of Education released its updated Accreditation and Accountability Framework for all schools in Virginia. Each school receives an accreditation rating and an accountability rating. Mayfield Intermediate was fully accredited. 

For the accountability portion, schools are placed into four performance categories based on the points earned, as shown in the graphic below.

1. Distinguished

2. On Track

3. Off Track

4. Needs Intensive Support

Mayfield Intermediate earned 80.5 out of 100 possible points in the accountability rating. Schools that receive a score between 80 and 89.9 points are considered to be "On Track." However, our Special Education reporting group was federally identified as a targeted support and improvement group. This means our school received an "Off-Track" rating despite meeting the threshold for "On Track."

As the principal and instructional leader of the school, I am proud of the work that our students and staff put in to achieving a score of 80.5. I can also assure our community that we are committed to improving our student achievement across all reporting categories so that next year our school achieves an "On Track" or higher rating.

You can also view our school's Continuous Improvement Plan, which highlights the areas we aim to support and improve to increase student achievement. You can download a copy of our Continuous Improvement plan from our school website.  The continuous improvement plan is located in the "News" section of our website.

Mayfield Intermediate School's Continuous Improvement Plan

After School Buses depart Mayfield at 4:20 PM

As the school year progresses and we introduce additional after-school clubs/activities and tutoring, it is essential to remind families that the after-school activity buses follow slightly different routes than our regular morning and afternoon bus routes. Please review the three different activity bus routes. You can find the closest street intersection on the bus route to know where students will be dropped off if they are riding the after-school activity bus.

December 22, 2025- January 2, 2026: Winter Break

January 8, 2026- End of the Second Quarter

January 9, 2026- Professional Day- No School for Students

January 19, 2026- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (Schools and offices closed)

January 23, 2026- Second Quarter Report Cards

January 28, 2026- Early Release at 11:20 AM- Afternoon Professional Day for Teachers

February 2, 2026- Professional Day- No School for Students

February 11, 2026- Parent-Teacher Conferences- Early Release at 11:20 AM for Students

February 16, 2026- Presidents' Day- (Schools and offices closed)

The Student Code of Conduct helps all students and parents understand their school-related rights, responsibilities, and expectations of the school. It is not intended to be a comprehensive document covering all possible situations but to provide a framework that makes clear that students are expected to act responsibly and with respect for other human beings at all times.

Parents can download a copy of the Student Code of Conduct from our school division website.

Manassas City Public Schools Student Code of Conduct

The School Board of the City of Manassas does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, disabilities, or national origin in employment or in its educational programs and activities.