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Katherine Johnson Middle School Weekly is published every Friday to provide the community with important information about school life at KJMS.
In this issue:
- Thursday, July 28 - Principal's Coffee - 9:00 AM-10:00 AM
- Thursday, August 11 - "Ice Pops with Cops" - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Thursday, August 18 - EagleFest - 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Monday, August 22 - 1st day of School - 7:30 AM - 2:15 PM
- Friday, September 2 - School Holiday
- Monday, September 5 - Labor Day Holiday
- Monday, September 26 - Professional Work Day/Student Holiday
- Wednesday, November 23-25 - Thanksgiving Break
- Monday, December 19 through Monday, January 2nd - Winter Break
- Monday, April 3-7 - Spring Break- No School for Students
Office hours are from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Monday - Thursday. Appointments outside these hours and registrations will be by appointment only. For registration information/appointments, please mail Andrea Holmes at aholmes@fcps.edu.
As 2022-23 school approaches and we welcome our newest Eagles as well as our returning Eagles, please consider putting a visit to Katherine Johnson on your calendar. We are hosting an opportunity to come for a Principal's Coffee (or tea!) in the library. Please visit the link to RSVP that you'll attend so we can prepare accordingly. This will be a chance for you to get to know the KJMS Administration Team. Rising 7th grade families are also welcome so spread the word!
Fairfax City Public Schools has its new superintendent.
Jeff Platenberg was sworn in Monday, July 11, to serve a 4-year term.
Platenberg most recently was the Assistant Superintendent, Facilities and Transportation for Fairfax County Public Schools. Prior to joining FCPS, he was the assistant superintendent for support services with Loudoun County Public Schools, assistant superintendent for accountability and information communication technologies for Lexington County School District One in Lexington, S.C., and deputy superintendent of support services for Savannah-Chatham County (Ga.) Public Schools.
“Jeff Platenberg brings a wealth of hands-on knowledge of facilities, school renovations and budget leadership to the City of Fairfax Schools,” said Carolyn Pitches, City of Fairfax School Board Chair recently. “I look forward to working with him as we seek to modernize our facilities and increase opportunities for all of our city school students.”
Dr. Phyllis Pajardo retired as superintendent on June 30.
- Monday, August 8th, 2022 | 8am-1pm
- Tuesday, August 9th, 2022 | 8am-1pm
- Wednesday, August 10th, 2022 | 2pm-7pm
- Thursday, August 11th, 2022 | 2pm-7pm
Coming soon will be the SignUp Genius to signup for a laptop distribution slot.
If your rising 7th or 8th grader attended IMAGINE, Young Scholars, or RISE summer programs, you do NOT need to sign up for a Distribution slot.
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City of Fairfax is looking for crossing guards to hire. If you are interested, please visit the City of Fairfax website for School Crossing Guards. Here is the link for the online application. |
We are excited for the start of the school year at Katherine Johnson Middle School (KJMS)! We are inviting your family to this year's EagleFest which will take place on Thursday, August 18th. EagleFest is a chance for students and families to:
- Walk the building with your schedule - see your classrooms and take some time to figure out how to navigate the building on day 1!
- Meet other KJMS families or catch up with old friends! This year's EagleFest will have an outdoor party along the Bevan Drive side of the building:
- Music - We will play a family friendly playlist to set the mood
- Food - Food trucks and vendors will be selling food during each session
- Shade - We will have shade tents setup in the grassy area along the Bevan Drive side of the building - bring a blanket and get comfortable
- Celebrate the end of Summer and the start of a great School Year at KJMS!
Sign up here: EageFest 2022
Please disregard this email if you have already placed a PE uniform order.
The H/PE department’s expectations for the 2022-2023 school year is for all students to change out for PE class. Students may bring their own change of clothing (full-size t-shirt and athletic style pants/shorts) or can purchase PE uniform from https://athleticunion.com/kjms. Free shipping will be offered through mid-September. Use the code #KJMS for free shipping.
If you are having problems with #KJMS for free shipping, and have ordered anything with Athletic Union in the past, please use a different email. This should correct the problem. If you're still having problems, please contact nick@athleticunion.com."
Lockers in the locker room will be provided for each student to leave their PE belongings (PE clothes, deodorant, lotion, etc.).
We are looking forward to meeting our newest Eagles and welcoming back the rising 8th graders.
Health and PE Department
Paperless Opt-Outs Available!
As a part of our ongoing efforts to streamline paper processes, parents can now select a number of opt-out’s electronically via ParentVUE. Once you have signed into your ParentVUE account, simply select the “Student Info” tab and click on “Edit Information.” You will find opt-out’s listed there. Parents that do not yet have a ParentVUE account will still be able to use paper forms for notification. If you need to set up your ParentVUE account, you can create one online via the FCPS ParentVUE Registration page.
List of opt-out's:
- Tutor.com Access (was available April 2022)
- SEL Screener Participation
- Counseling Opt Out
- Transportation Intent
- Home Internet Access
SIS Parent Account Overview web page under Student Information.
For further assistance, parents can enter a Parent Support Request (parent technology help support).
 English for Speaker of Other Languages (ESOL) students decorated the walls of our Counseling department with different flags from around the world to celebrate the diversity at KJMS. These students painted the flags from their home country themselves with the help and guidance of Ms. Tripathi (ESOL Teacher), Ms. Payne (Office Assistant). It makes our counseling department a more welcoming environment for the new families who come to register at KJMS from another country.
As we begin to look ahead to the 2022-23 school year, I encourage everyone to Be Wise, Immunize! Immunizations are required for public school entry and help keep children protected from many diseases. Many children missed their well check-ups and their recommended childhood immunizations during recent years of disruptions from COVID-19. It is critical to catch up now to keep children healthy and protect them from serious diseases.
I encourage you to check with your healthcare provider to make sure your child is up to date on required immunizations for the 2022-23 school year as soon as possible. If your child needs a vaccine to complete their records, you can make an appointment with your healthcare provider or visit the Fairfax County Health Department website for a schedule of child immunization clinics.
Remember to request documentation of your child’s immunizations and bring that to KJMS during summer office hours. If you have any questions, please contact our registrar, Andrea Holmes at aholmes@fcps.edu
 
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.
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:
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.
Si necesita comunicarse con nuestra enlace de padres, Ana Maxey, 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
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. 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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Do you want to celebrate a Katherine Johnson employee who does ordinary things in an extraordinary way, or goes beyond what is expected? If so, then click here to share with everyone. |
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.
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