In this issue:
Eagle Families,
We hope that this email finds you on a beach somewhere relaxing, heading to a beach, spending time with families, or just returning from some well-needed vacation time. Or, perhaps your family is on a staycation! Maybe you are close to home with an Eagle in our amazing FCPS summer programming. Where ever you are, know we are excitedly planning to welcome your children back in the coming weeks to the halls of Katherine Johnson Middle School!
In August, we have several opportunities to have you come back into the school and interact with the admin team and the teachers. Please come as you can and do not feel pressured you must attend them all! We just want you to know you are valued and welcomed at KJMS. If these dates do not work, there will be many more opportunities throughout the year.
Enjoy the hot days of summer! They will be gone before you know it, and the cool nights of fall will bring Fairfax football games and fall festivals.
Your proud principal,
Tammy Silipigni
- Thursday, July 28 - Principal's Coffee - 9:00 AM-10:00 AM
- In the KJMS Library (Sign-Geminis below)
- 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!
- Monday, August 8th, 2022 | 8am-1pm
- Tuesday, August 9th, 2022 | 8am-1pm
- Wednesday, August 10th, 2022 | 2pm-7pm
- Thursday, August 11th, 2022 | 2pm-7pm
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.
Sign Up Here - KJMS Laptop Distribution Sign-up
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
For the past two years, the federal government has provided no-cost meals to all public school students without the need to complete the annual Free and Reduced-Price Meal application.
IMPORTANT: The extension of the no-cost meals benefit to all students expired at the end of the 2021-22 school year, meaning families must submit an application and be approved to be eligible for free and reduced-price meals for the 2022-23 school year. The application for the Free and Reduced-Price Meal program is now available online.
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).
Immunizations are required for public school entry and help keep students protected from serious diseases. Many children missed their well check-ups and their recommended childhood immunizations over recent years because of disruptions from COVID-19. It is critical to catch up now to keep children healthy and ready for school. Check with your students’ health care providers now to make sure they are up to date on their immunizations.
Appointments are required for most immunization clinics. Don’t wait until the last minute when you might not be able to find an appointment. Visit the Fairfax County Health Department website for a schedule of clinics or schedule with your family’s health care provider.
Remember to request documentation of your child’s immunizations to provide to their school. More information on immunization requirements and the necessary documentation is available online.
 
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.
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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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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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