Katherine Johnson MS - April 1, 2022

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Important Upcoming Events  

  • April 4-8 - Spring Break
    • Main Office will be closed. 

Hello KJMS Families,

We hope that you and your families will enjoy this wonderful weather as spring break approaches.  We hope our students are getting a much needed break from screens and devices and spending time with family and friends.  As we return from spring break, it will be a busy time of year with many events on the calendars.  

On the week we return from break, we will be welcoming rising seventh graders as they tour our building.  We will also be taking our eight graders over to Fairfax High School so they can see the place they will call home in just a few months.  There are also several field trips on the calendar so be sure to look for information your child brings home.  

The Katherine Johnson MS main office will be closed during Spring Break, April 4-April 8. Regular office hours will resume on Monday, April 11. 

Thank you for the time you spend reading our weekly newsletter. Now, off the devices and enjoy family time!

Have a wonderful and relaxing Spring Break.

Sincerely,

Tammy Silipigni, Principal


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Ramadan

This year Ramadan, the holiest month on the Islamic calendar, begins April 2nd and ends May 1st, 2022.  

  • Once we return from the Spring Break, the KJMS school library will be open during all lunches for students who may prefer to go to the library instead of the cafeteria, as many will be fasting.
  • Library conference room will also be available to students who may want to perform their prayers during the school day.

KJMS Spring Testing Schedule

  • SEL Screener -  April 14 (more further below)
  • Math SOLs (All grade levels) - April 28 
  • Science SOLs (8th grade) - May 5
  • Reading SOLs (7th & 8th grades) -  May 12 
  • SOL Make-ups - May 16 -20
  • SOL Re-takes - May 23-27
  • Math Inventory - May 17 & 18
  • Reading Inventory - May 19 & 20

FCPS Summer Learning

A reminder that FCPS Online Campus Summer Courses are open for registration and available to eligible middle school students who meet prerequisites and technical requirements.  Students may take one online course for first time or repeat credit.  Middle school students may not take a mathematics course during the summer as their first high school level mathematics course.  Courses are rigorous; therefore, students should consult their counselor prior to registering.  Program information is available at Summer Learning


Tutor.com

Students will automatically have access to the Tutor.com tutoring service unless a parent/guardian submits an opt-out request.  If a parent/guardian does not want their student(s) to have access to this online tutoring resource, they must complete the opt-out via SIS ParentVUE or return a signed copy of the Opt-Out form to the school. A paper copy was sent home with all students on 3/25.

Directions to opt-out via SIS ParentVUE will be posted on the Online Tutoring Services webpage

Online Tutoring Services Notice & Opt-Out Form & Translations

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Meal Kit Distribution Change for Spring Break

In preparation for spring break (April 4-8), the following plan is in place for meal kit distribution:

  • April 6: Meal kit distribution is canceled.
  • April 13: Regular meal kit distribution resumes.

More information and locations of the meal kit sites is available online.


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Want to make a difference in the life of a child? Fairfax County Public Schools is looking for enthusiastic, engaged, and dedicated substitute teachers

Substitutes help our students thrive when their teacher must be out of the classroom and are essential members of every school’s team. More information about the application process and requirements is available online.

 


Multilingual Parent Podcasts: Making the Transition to Middle School

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Making the move from elementary school to middle school can be both an exciting and unsettling time for a parent and student. In this week’s podcast, hear ways to ease the transition by:

  • Understanding the developmental changes in your child.
  • Getting to know middle school culture.
  • Encouraging independence, but remaining available.
  • Offering emotional support to your child.
  • Reiterating your family values and expectations.
  • Staying involved in your child’s school.

This podcast’s infomercial is about summer camps. It’s not too early to start thinking about summer fun. The FCPS Tech Adventure Camp and the Career and Technical Education Camp are taking registrations for summer 2022.

Listen and subscribe:


Would like a Translated Version of this Bulletin?

Using Chrome (google), this bulletin can be translated in many languages.  Click here and it will take you to another web page.  In the upper left-hand corner, click on the flags and choose what language you prefer.

Con Chrome (google), este boletín se puede traducir a muchos idiomas. Haga clic aquí y lo llevará a otra página. En la parte arriba a la izquierda, haga clic en las banderas y elija el idioma que prefiera.

이 게시판은 크롬(구글)을 사용하여 여러 언어로 번역될 수 있습니다. 여기를 클릭하시면 다른 페이지로 이동합니다. 페이지 왼쪽 상단에서 깃발을 클릭하시고 원하시는 언어를 선택하십시오.

 باستخدام كروم (جوجل) ، يمكن ترجمة هذه النشرة بعدة لغات. انقر هنا وسيأخذك إلى صفحة أخرى. في أعلى الجانب الأيسر من الصفحة ، انقر فوق الأعلام واختر اللغة التي تفضلها.

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Spanish Family Liaison

Si necesita comunicarse con nuestra enlace de padres, por favor llame al 703-934-2454 y deje un mensaje con el nombre de su estudiante y numero de telefono. Tambien puede comunicarse con ella por email a ajmaxey@fcps.edu or kanewman@fcps.edu.


Parent Resource Center

The Parent Resource Center (PRC) offers free workshops, consultations, a lending library, and resources to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities.

SIS ParentVUE - See your student’s grades, attendance, and report card!

Watch this video to learn how to navigate SIS ParentVUE - https://youtu.be/vLwkkemipws

Please contact Kelsea Owens with any questions - kfowens@fcps.edu


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Parent and Student IT Support Portal

FCPS has created this Technology Support Page with videos, guides and frequently asked questions.

Still need help?  

1.  Call the Parent Technology Help Desk at 833-921-3277 (833-921-FCPS).  This will be answered by staff members between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m., seven days a week.  Please specify if you need an interpreter when you call. 

2.  Parents and Students may submit a request online


informationline

Please visit HERE to find compilation of Dr. Brabrand's messages to the community.

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