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Kilmer Center Tiger Tales
 First Week of School
It was wonderful to welcome students back this week. One of our goals is to build a culture where everyone feels like they belong. During this first week, teachers worked hard to help each student know they're an important part of our school and to know what's expected in class. Classes also kicked off Morning Meetings to help everyone get to know each other better. We're excited to see what this year brings!
Kilmer Center/Jill's House Parent Support Group
The Kilmer Center / Jill’s House Parent Support Group is reconvening for the 2023-24 School Year! Please look for an upcoming News You Choose with more information and dates for the year.
Back to School Night
Join us for our Back to School Night and Open House event on September 5th from 3:00-5:00 PM. It is a wonderful opportunity for parents and guardians to connect with teachers and learn about the curriculum. We look forward to seeing you!
Annual Notice of Survey, Records, Curriculum, Privacy, and Related Rights
Fairfax County Public Schools wants all parents to understand its policies regarding surveys, records, curriculum, privacy, and related rights.
In its Annual Notice of Survey, Records, Curriculum, Privacy, and Related Rights and Opt-Out Forms (Annual Notice), FCPS provides explanations of the rights listed above as well as forms that may be used to exercise opt-out choices. Two versions of the Annual Notice are available — a grades K-8 version and a grades 9-12 version. Parents with children at different grade levels should read each applicable version of the Annual Notice because the notices and opt-out rights vary depending on the student’s grade level.
Get more information and view the 2023-24 Opt-Out Booklets.
Permission to Use Digital Resources
Some FCPS-approved digital resources require parent/caregiver consent before they can be used by students. Find the list of resources which require consent on the Digital Resources - Parent Consent page. This page also includes directions on how to provide permission.
Each digital resource used in FCPS has had an instructional and technical review. Information about the educational technology tools approved for use within FCPS can be found in the Digital Ecosystem Library. Learn more about FCPS-approved digital resources on the Digital Resources in FCPS webpage.
Free and Reduced-Price Meal Applications Available
According to the Centers for Disease Control, eating breakfast at school is associated with better attendance rates, fewer missed school days, and better test scores. Students who qualify for free and reduced-price meals receive breakfast and lunch at school at no cost.
As of October 31, 2022, approximately 34% of students in FCPS qualify for free and reduced-price meals. Families in FCPS that are earning less than 185% of the poverty level can receive meals for their students at no cost.
Families should complete the application before the start of each school year. Approved applications may also qualify students for additional benefits. View the criteria and apply on the Free and Reduced-Price Meals webpage. Families should reach out to their schools with questions or for assistance.
Some schools participate in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP). All students enrolled at these schools will be offered breakfast and lunch each day at no charge. Households with students attending these schools will not be required to submit a meal application form for their students to receive meals at no charge. Each household with students attending these schools will receive communication about the CEP, including contact information for any questions. Check the list of schools participating in the CEP.
Families and students from other schools who would like to apply for free and reduced-price meals may view eligibility guidelines on our website.
September
September 1-4: Labor Day - No School for Students
September 5: Back to School Night 3:00-5:00 PM
September 25: Yom Kippur- No School for Students
2023-2024 School Year Calendar
October
October 9: Indigenous Peoples’ Day- No School for Students
2023-2024 School Year Calendar
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