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Loudoun County Public Schools Kicks Off New Year with Brand New Campus

Education
Aug 23, 2024

A Bright Start for Loudoun County Public Schools

Loudoun County Public Schools has officially opened its 100th school, Watson Mountain Middle School, marking the beginning of a new era in education. The campus is specifically designed to cater to sixth graders this year, easing the overcrowding issues at Brambleton Middle School. As Principal Lenny Compton explained, the decision to start with only sixth graders was made to ensure that each grade level has a more manageable number of students.

A Unique Mascot and Logo

Watson Mountain Middle School is also introducing its new mascot, the Yetis, which was chosen by students themselves. Thomas Mazeika and Meghan Bush, two students who contributed to the design process, shared their excitement about seeing their ideas come to life. The logo features a stylized

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