 Schools and school offices will be closed Monday, April 3, to Friday, April 7. Students will return to school on Monday, April 10, 2023
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Parent Information Phone Line Available in Eight Languages
Parents who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese can call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. They can also get support with communicating with their child's school.
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Spring Break COVID Test Kit Distribution
If your family is planning to travel or attend large gatherings during spring break, and you would like to ensure your child is healthy before returning to school, please contact Amelia Couillard at 703-644-4700 or ancouillard@fcps.edu to obtain a test kit in advance of spring break. Please note, testing is NOT required for students to return to school after break. However, you may want to test your student if they are symptomatic or have been exposed to someone with COVID-19. Kits will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis and will be sent home with students in their backpacks.
Registration Open for Virtual Strategic Planning Community Forums
We invite parents/caregivers, students, employees, and community members to join us for a virtual community forum to discuss the first draft of proposed goals for the new Strategic Plan. Forums are scheduled for:
Click on the date to register for the event.
Your participation is important to this work and will help ensure a thriving future for each and every FCPS student. Get more information on our Strategic Planning webpage.
Eid al-Fitr
Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan, the Muslim holy month of fasting, and is celebrated during the first three days of Shawwal, the 10th month of the Islamic calendar. Muslims congregate that morning for Eid prayers. The most common way to wish someone a Happy Eid al-Fitr is Eid Mubarak, which means “blessed feast” (or festival). Read more at Britannica.com.
FCPS has designated Eid al-Fitr as a religious and cultural observance day to allow students the opportunity to miss school for observances not already designated as school holidays. Eid al-Fitr is from sunset Thursday, April 20, to sunset Friday, April 21. April 20 is a half O Day, April 21 is a student holiday.
See the complete 2022-23 School Year Calendar
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Is Your Child Getting Enough Sleep?
Research shows that sleep deprivation is widespread and can lead to serious consequences such as:
- Academic struggles and low grades in school.
- Impaired cognitive functioning and low standardized test scores.
- Emotional difficulties such as depression and anxiety.
- Behavior problems and inattention.
- Health problems including weight gain and asthma.
- Greater risk of injuries or automobile accidents.
How do you know if your child is getting enough sleep and how do you help them develop healthy sleep habits? Read the Healthy Minds blog.
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Mark Your Calendar
March 27-31-Helping Games Book Drive
March 30-Wear your Helping Games t-shirt
March 31-Twins/Multiples Day-dress like your friends and classmates
April 3-7-Spring Break
April 11-Boosterthon Begins/PTA Spirit Night on the Blacktop @ 6:00 pm with Kona Ice
April 13-End of Third Quarter-2 hour early dismissal
April 14-Teacher Workday-No School for Students
April 14-Kindergarten Orientation @ 9:00 am
April 21-No School-Student Holiday
PTA News
Join the KMES PTA Board for 2023-2024!
We are looking for members of the KMES PTA to serve in the 2023-2024 school year. Let us know if one of the below positions speaks to your skills and interest to serve the KMES community!
Email Amy at president@keenemillpta.org for more info or to volunteer. Thank you for your support!
Pre-order by April 2: Spiritwear Pop-Up Sale
Spiritwear pre-orders are open for a limited time! Order yours before the deadline on April 2nd: keenemillpta.ptaboard.com
April 11 Boosterthon Kick-Off: Picnic at the Playground
Join Booster and the PTA on Tuesday, April 11 from 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM at Keene Mill Elementary for a Spirit Night Fundraiser with Kona Ice! 20% of the proceeds will be donated to the KMES PTA
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Order Your 2022-2023 Yearbook
Order your 2022-2023 Keene Mill Yearbook before it's too late!
The price of the basic 60-page yearbook is $17.00. Upgraded customizations are available for additional costs (see the online order form).
The process is easy. Simply go to http://ybpay.com
Enter our school code 14606723 followed by your student's name and grade.
Yearbooks will be delivered to the school in early June.
The order deadline is April 14. Order now and cross it off your to-do list.
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Important PTA Dates
April 2 - Spiritwear Orders Due
April 11 - Boosterthon Kickoff @ 6pm
April 14 - Yearbook Orders Due
May 1-5 - Teacher Appreciation Week
May 4 - International Night / General PTA Meeting & Board Elections
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