Katherine Johnson MS - August 5, 2022


In this issue:


Important Dates For 2022-2023

  • Thursday, August 11 - "Ice Pops with Cops" - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    • at Layton Hall Complex 
  • Thursday, August 18 - EagleFest - 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Monday, August 22 - 1st day of School - 7:30 AM - 2:15 PM
    • (ODD DAY)
  • 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

Community Event

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KJMS Laptop Distribution for 22-23 School Year


  • Monday, August 8th, 2022 | 8am-1pm
  • Tuesday, August 9th, 2022 | 8am-1pm
  • Wednesday, August 10th, 2022 | 2pm-7pm
  • Thursday, August 11th, 2022 | 2pm-7pm

Enter through Door 1.

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.

If you are unable to attend Laptop Distribution next week, your student will receive their laptop on the first day of school.

Sign Up Here - KJMS Laptop Distribution Sign-up

After picking up the laptop, stop by the ice cream bar table for a cold and refreshing treat and to participate in a self guided QR Scavenger Hunt to learn about KJMS. 


KJMS EagleFest 2022

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

14th Annual Asha-Jyothi 5K + 1K

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KJMS - PE Uniform Ordering Information

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


KJMS Medication Drop Off

If you would like to drop off medication prior to school beginning, the clinic will be accepting medication on the following dates and times:

8/17 -  8:00 AM-1:30 PM

8/18 -  8:00 AM-1:30  PM

8/19 - 8:00 AM-11:30 PM

Medications will be accepted on the first day of school as well.

FCPS Medication Authorization forms


Message From KJMS Clinic

Dear Parent/Guardian,

The safety of your student is a priority for us.  This school year, we are changing some medication protocols to help ensure the safety of our medication administration management in Fairfax County Public Schools.

These changes include:

  • Any time you drop off or pick up a medication in the health room, a Medication Delivery/Pick Up Form will be completed and signed by both the parent/guardian and the School Health Aide or FCPS staff member. This form will document that all required authorizations are complete, and the number of pills or amount of medication accepted/returned. A copy of the form will be given to the parent/guardian and school administrator.
  • Medications received will be verified to ensure the description of the medication on the container/packaging matches the medication in the container.
  • All medications must be in the original pharmacy container. Over the counter (OTC) medications must be in an unopened original container. It will no longer be acceptable for parents/guardians to bring in refills from home and place them into the container currently in the health room.
  • Only a 30-day supply of medications should be brought to school. No more than 100 tablets or pills of OTC medication should be brought to school.

All requirements outlined in FCPS Regulation 2102, First Aid, Emergency Treatment and Administration of Medication for Students, continue to apply.  We appreciate your support in implementing these new safety practices.  Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at Awendlandbud@fcps.edu or the School Health Aide Sandy Johnson 703-934-2410.

Sincerely,

Anna Wendland-Budzyn, RN, PHN

Fairfax County Health Department, School Public Health Nurse


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Substitute Teaching Opportunities

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 You 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, 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 


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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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.


Parent and Student IT Support Portal

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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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