 In Mr. Lindgren’s Science class, students assume the role of painter during the Renaissance. To review their learning about the properties of mixtures, they will mix egg yolks and tempera paint to create their masterpieces.
From the Principal's Desk:
Good day,
Thank you so much for all of your hard work this school year to help your students achieve at their highest! We want to make sure everyone enjoys the well-deserved upcoming breaks. In alignment with the Marshall Pyramid, we will implement “homework free breaks” during Thanksgiving, Winter, and Spring breaks. Teachers have been asked not to assign homework, or projects / assessments due on the first two days after the return from break.
Everyone has worked hard and needs some time to relax and rejuvenate. We hope you take advantage of the time to spend time with family and have a wonderful Thanksgiving Break!
Mental Health Wellness
This week 8th grade students participated in a school counseling lesson on how to ACT (Acknowledge, Care, Tell) when they have concerns about themselves or a friend. This lesson is a follow up lesson to the Mental Health Wellness Program students participated in during their seventh grade year. Kilmer staff know that academics are only one part of a student’s life. They believe it’s important for students to connect with adults at school and are dedicated to helping students in many ways. The following FlipGrid shows a few Kilmer teachers sharing some of their own experiences and what makes staff at Kilmer trusted adults for students to talk to in our building. To view these videos, have your student log in to the link below using their fcpsschools.net email.
https://flipgrid.com/34c5084e
If your child approaches you with concerns about a friend’s mental health, use the following numbers to help them get immediate assistance:
- Fairfax County Police Non-Emergency Line: 703-691-2131
- CrisisLink: 703-527-4077
- CrisisText: Text NEEDHELP to 85511
- ALWAYS use 911 for life-threatening emergencies
Student Drop off
Parents/Guardians, when there is a 2 hour delayed opening, please do not drop your child at school earlier than 9:00 a.m. since there is not adult supervision earlier. Thank you.
Marshall HS Session for College Bound Athletes
On Tuesday November 20th Marshall High School will be hosting a seminar entitled Guiding the College Bound Athlete. This is a great seminar for students an parents of students who are interested in participating in college athletics after high school. It is opened to any 8th grade family interested. It will be on Tuesday, November 20th at 7:30pm in room C113 at Marshall High School.
Student Absences
In preparation for the upcoming holidays, please make sure to notify us of student absences or early departures by using the link at https://kilmerms.fcps.edu/attendance, by leaving a message at 703 846 8888, or sending in a note if your child will be absent. Thank you so much for your support during this busy time of year.
Staff and Faculty Recognition
I am very excited to inform you of the county-wide FCPS program to recognize outstanding employees. As community members, you have the opportunity to submit a nomination to recognize our outstanding staff. Please click on the category you wish to nominate a staff member for and complete the Google form. You may nominate in one or more categories. All that is required for a preliminary nomination is a paragraph or two about how this employee demonstrates exceptional work in that category. The google form link has more information regarding the criteria for each of these awards along with the eligibility requirements.
Outstanding Teacher – a teacher or librarian with 3 or more years of experience
Outstanding New Teacher – a teacher or librarian with less than 3 years of experience
Outstanding Principal – a building principal with 3 or more years of experience
Outstanding Leader – School-based employee with at least one year of experience in the position – these positions could include School-Based Technology Specialists, Technology Support Specialist, Assistant Principal, Director of Student Activities, Director of Student Services, Assessment Coach, Career Center Specialist, Instructional Coach, Psychologist, Social Worker, School Counselor
Outstanding Operational Employee – School-based employee with at least one year of experience in the position – these positions could include administrative and office assistants, custodial staff, food service staff, Instructional Assistants, Public Health Assistants, Public Health Training Assistants
Outstanding Hourly Employee – an hourly paid employee with at least one year of experience working at least 10 hours a week at the same location – these positions could include parent liaisons, hourly office staff, other unique hourly paid positions within the school
Note: The deadline to submit a nomination is December 14.
If you have any questions, please contact Chris Musgnug at ccmusgnug@fcps.edu
Ellis Island Simulation
We are excited to share that, through our History classes and in partnership with our librarians, our 7th grade students will all travel through an Ellis Island Simulation on Monday, November 19 and Tuesday, November 20. This will allow every Kilmer 7th grader to learn firsthand about the immigration process in the early 1900s. We need your help to pull off this informative (and fun) learning opportunity!
If you are available, please use the link to sign up for a time slot to help us at our immigration stations. We will provide you with step-by-step directions when you come in to volunteer!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508094eaaa928a13-ellis
Lost and Found
We have many items in our lost and found boxes: sweaters, coats, gym shorts, binders, lunchboxes, water bottles, etc. Encourage your student to look through for missing items. Anything left after November 20th will be donated.
On Friday, November 30th we are hosting International Night, A Global Affair from 5:30-7:15PM. This event boasts diversity (through food, traditional attire, song, dance, poetry, country information tables etc.) and cultural appreciation of our school’s community. Highlights of International Night are the World Café and Cultural Showcase. Parents are asked to contribute dishes from various countries to share. Students and organizations perform traditional songs, dances, martial arts, poetry etc. from countries around the world. Please contact Ms. Kardelis if your student is interested in performing in the showcase, donating a dish, wearing traditional attire or has items for display. Please complete the International Night Registration Form if your family is interested in participating. Feel free to contact Kimberly Kardelis at kckardelis@fcps.edu or (703)846-8820.
Meet and Greet for Parents of English Language Learners
Parents of English Learners are cordially invited to visit our ESOL Resource Room, before International Night: Nov. 30, from 4:30-5:45pm
Location: B-116
- Informal “Meet and Greet” sessions, where you can meet our school’s ESOL teachers, reading specialist, parent liaison, counselors, and social worker.
- Topics: ESOL scheduling and English language proficiency, WIDA testing, attendance, prearranged absences, helpful community resources, technology help (how to sign up for SIS Parent VUE), and after school information, etc.
Greetings from After School:
After school activities are underway. Transportation will be available to students staying after school Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays- departing at 4:45PM. Late Bus routes are posted in the cafeteria. Please be aware that after school late bus numbers and routes may differ from your child's normal school day bus routes. There are two blocks after school, 2:15-3:30pm and 3:45-4:45pm. Students do not have to stay for the second block and may walk or be picked up at 3:30pm. Students may not leave and return for afterschool activities; they must stay. Students should bring a snack from home, they may also purchase snack from the vending machine or during lunch.
EliteGamingLive- Tuesday 11/27 in the GIR 2:15-4:45pm (Competitive gaming while learning coding and game design) Please use the EG LIVE Registration Form to sign up ($40 payable to Kilmer PTA)
Students interested in participating in this year’s Kilmer Spelling Bee are invited to stay after school (in E112) for first block every other Tuesday. Mrs. VanOrden will distribute study lists and offer tips on how to prepare for the Bee. This is NOT mandatory. Students interested in participating in the Bee may also stop by E112 at any time to get a copy of the study words. Questions? Please contact Mrs. VanOrden at kwvanorden@fcps.edu.
NO AFTERSCHOOL/ NO LATE BUS TRANSPORTATION 11/19 and 11/20
NO Clubs 11/29 –SCA Dance (only students attending the dance may stay after)
Parents/Guardians must complete the required Afterschool Registration Form before their student stays after. Questions? Please contact the After School Program Specialist Ms. Kardelis at kckardelis@fcps.edu or 703.846.8820.
Upcoming Dates
Friday, November 16 - Kilmer's Got Talent, 7pm
Monday, November 19 - Kilmer Singers at the FCPS School Board, Jackson MS, 7pm
Wednesday, November 21 - Friday, November 23 - Thanksgiving Holiday
Friday, November 30 - International Night
Friday, December 7 - Haha Holiday Show, Kilmer MS, 7pm
Monday, December 10 - Choir Winter Concert, Marshall HS, 7pm
Wednesday, December 12 - Band Winter Concert, Marshall HS, 7pm
Friday, December 14 - 3 hour Early Release for students, 11:15
Friday, December 14 - Marshall Pyramid Concert ‘SNOW SHOW’, Marshall HS, 7pm
Monday, December 17 - Orchestra Winter Concert, Marshall HS, 7pm
The 2018-19 FCPS School Calendar can be found HERE.
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