 Students enjoyed the camaraderie at the PTA Food Truck and Stay and Play Night.
Kanga Fun Run/Boosterthon
We kicked off the Kanga Fun Run fundraiser on Tuesday with grade-level sessions where students met the Booster Team, learned about the Boosterthon program and the school-wide goals.
Thanks to everyone who has already registered and donated. On the first night of the program, we reached the first school-wide goal of 50% Registration Rate. By reaching that goal, Mrs. Peace will go from class to class and be covered with Post-It Notes until she is the ultimate Post-It Monster.
Our ultimate goal is to raise $25,000 for improving outside school areas including outdoor classroom items, along with other PTA and school projects/activities. If this goal is met, the student body will be able to view their teachers, administrators and the highest earning student take part in some fun scooter races.
The Fun Run will take place on Wednesday, April 20th. Grades will run at different times throughout the day. Two large tracks will be set up outside with a grade on each track. All students will participate regardless of financial contribution. We encourage students to wear Keene Mill shirts or the color red.
5th & 6th: 9:30am – 10:30am
3rd & 4th: 11:45am – 12:45pm
Kindergarten, 1st & 2nd: 2:00pm – 3:00pm
1st grade will be divided between the two tracks.
Families are invited to attend to cheer on their students and their classmates. We ask that younger siblings not attend, if possible.
If inclement weather or field conditions require the event to be moved inside, spectators will not be permitted. Students will still participate in a fun Glow Run experience in the gym during their normal specials times. We will notify everyone as soon as possible if this change is necessary.
We are looking for volunteers to help with this event. Please sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/2matafse
Don't forget to Register, Share & Donate at mybooster.com. Every Share Counts.
Thank you for your support. If you have questions, contact Boosterthon Chair, Deirdre Bussom Daumit at dbussomd@gmail.com.
Teacher Appreciation Week
Online Tutoring Service
Beginning April 14, FCPS students will have unlimited access to online tutoring support services through Tutor.com at no cost to families. Student participation is optional, and parents/guardians can opt their student(s) out of accessing the services. Detailed information and FAQs are available on the Tutor.com Online Tutoring Services website.
Students will be able to access Tutor.com via a link in Schoology. Additional information about how to log in and access a tutor is provided to families via the following instructional videos:
Questions not answered in the posted resources may be sent to onlinetutoring@fcps.edu.
COVID-19 Information
To limit the spread of COVID-19 and to keep schools open safely, Fairfax County Public Schools has been providing a COVID-19 screening and diagnostic testing program to students and staff as part of its layered prevention strategies.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the community level for Fairfax County is currently classified as low; this classification has continued for the past month. In addition, Fairfax Health District COVID-19 Vaccination Status indicates that more than 70% of all Fairfax Health Districts residents have been fully vaccinated (defined by receiving two of a two-dose vaccine or one of a single-dose vaccine) and more than 80% have received one dose. Vaccination rates by age group indicate that more than 50% of students ages 5-11 and more than 90% of students ages 12-17 have received at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccine. COVID-19 vaccinations are free and available at various locations in our community.
Based on these metrics and CDC guidance, FCPS will discontinue the following prevention strategies on April 22:
If students have symptoms and need to get tested, the following options are available:
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COVID-19 Testing is available at various sites throughout Fairfax County and the state.
- At-Home Test Kits—Students leaving the school CARE Room with symptoms of illness are provided an at-home test kit.
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Test-To-Stay Program—In partnership with the Virginia Department of Health (VDH), FCPS is providing access to the Test-To-Stay program for students who have been identified as a close contact when an outbreak has been declared. This program is available to any student who meets eligibility criteria and whose parent/legal guardian has provided consent for their participation.
While we are encouraged by the continued decline in COVID-19 cases in our community, we are also committed to keeping our schools safe for all to learn and work in person. Please continue to do your part to maintain a healthy learning environment by using layered prevention strategies including hand hygiene, respiratory etiquette, monitoring for illness, and staying home when sick.
Worry and Anxiety in Children and Adolescents: Using Evidence-based Strategies to Help Kids and Caregivers Cope During Tough Times
Join us for this important webinar to help caregivers and families learn strategies to support children during tough times.
Topics include:
- Science and biological roots of anxiety in children
- Identifying an anxious child
- Changing anxious thinking
- Computer technology and the understanding of anxiety
- Current treatment options (medications & CBT: cognitive behavioral therapy)
- Different coping strategies needed for the current pandemic
Presented by Dr. Ramaris E. German, a clinical psychologist in the Neuroscience and Novel Therapeutics Unit of the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH).
May 6, 2022 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Register for Worry and Anxiety in Children and Adolescents: Using Evidence-based Strategies to Help Kids and Caregivers Cope During Tough Times
Managing Fighting and Aggression: A Webinar for Families
Ever wonder how to manage difficult behavior like fighting and aggression between your children?
Join Karen Coad, LCSW, local Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, for this important webinar as we discuss some of the reasons why children fight, and the skills that children need to cooperate and get along well with others.
May 13, 2022, 10-11:30 a.m.
Register for Managing Fighting and Aggression: A webinar for Families
PTA News
Yearbook-Deadline to order is today, April 15.
https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/LookupJob?jobNumber=14606722
Family Science Night
Tuesday, May 3: 6:00 - 7:30 pm
Keene Mill Elementary Cafeteria
Bring the whole family for an evening of fun, discovery and science learning! Try different hands-on activities related to science, technology, engineering and math!
We are still looking for volunteers for Family Science Night. Volunteers will work a single shift (5:15-7:45pm). Please contact kmesptavolunteers@gmail.com for more info or signup at https://bit.ly/3KJBsGD.
PTA Board Nominations for the SY 22-23
- President - Amy Newell
- 1st VP - Anshu Neupane
- 2nd VP - Bushra Khan
- Treasurer - Keri Roche
- Secretary - Luz Figuero
- Room Rep Coord - Danita Lynch
- Membership - Chrissa Rogers
- Volunteer Coord - Courtney Marsh
If you are interested in serving on the KMES PTA Board please contact Jen Miller at kmesptapresident@gmail.com. Current members will receive an email to vote electronically May 2 through May 4.
Mark Your Calendar
Wednesday, April 20-Boosterthon Fun Run
Tuesday, April 26-Chalk for Kindness
Monday, May 2-Friday, May 6-Teacher Appreciation Week
Tuesday, May 3-Science Night
Monday, May 9-SOL Testing Begins
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