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PTA Sponsored Family Dinner Event
We are happy to announce that the Key Center PTA will be hosting an evening event on Wednesday, October 11th at 5:30. This event will provide the opportunity for Key Center families and staff to come together to collaborate and enjoy a meal together. We will also be reviewing and approving the Key Center PTA’s 23-24 annual budget. This event is FREE for you and your family- we plan to serve pizza (with some pasta available for students/children).
We hope that you can join us! Check your student’s backpack today for a flier and response form. Please return your half sheet response page back to school by Tuesday, October 3rd.
Superintendent Community Conversations
You are invited to attend a Community Conversation with Superintendent, Dr. Michelle Reid.The event for our area (Region 6) was held on September 26th. If you were unable to attend this event, you are invited to attend one of the upcoming events held in nearby FCPS regions:
September 27, 2023, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Whitman Middle School
Whitman Middle School 2500 Parkers Ln, Alexandria, VA 22306. Please register.
This event is intended for schools in FCPS Region 3, but is open for all.
October 3, 2023 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Glasgow Middle School
Glasgow Middle School 4101 Fairfax Parkway, Alexandria, VA 22312. Please register.
This event is intended for schools in FCPS Region 2, but is open for all.
Workshops and Webinars for Caregivers Available on YouTube
The Family Resource Center offers a range of workshops and webinars on YouTube to help families and educators support student success. Topics covered in these videos include executive functioning, challenging behavior, autism, early childhood, digital citizenship, ADHD, mindfulness, calm parenting, special education, military-connected families, and twice-exceptional students. Contact the Family Resource Center at frc@fcps.edu or 703-204-3941 for more information.
Opportunity for Funding for Students on Waiver Waiting List
Beginning at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, October 16th, individuals on Virginia's Developmental Disability Waiver Waiting List will be able to access the IFSP-Funding Portal in WaMS to create and submit an application.
- First day to access, create, and submit the application: October 16th at 9:00 a.m.
- Last day to submit an application: November 14th at 5:00 p.m.
VIrtual Training Sessions:
To assist individuals and families with completing funding applications, IFSP staff will offer virtual training sessions using ZoomGov. These trainings will provide a demonstration of how to access and navigate the IFSP-Funding Portal in WaMS, and provide an opportunity to submit questions to the IFSP staff.
Spaces are limited, so please save your spot and register using the links below:
Wednesday, October 4th at 2 p.m.
OR
Thursday, October 12th at 10 a.m.
⚠️ IMPORTANT ⚠️
The application portal will be open for one month. Determinations no longer follow the previously established first-come, first-served approval process — so please take your time to apply! For more details on the Funding process and criteria, please review our Program Guidelines at https://tinyurl.com/mlmc-funding
Before you begin, here are a few reminders:
- To be eligible to apply, all applicants must be on the Developmental Disability Waiver Waiting List and be living in their own home, or in their family's home.
- During this Funding cycle, ALL applicants in Priorities 1, 2, and 3 will be able to apply at the same time. You will NOT need to know your priority status in order to apply.
- Applicants with a Priority 1 waitlist status may apply for up to $1,000. Applicants with a Priority 2 or Priority 3 waitlist status may apply for up to $500.
- No changes have been made to the Funding Program Guidelines since the most recent Funding cycle that ended in February of this year.
To access the application, please go tohttps://www.dbhds.virginia.gov/waitlistforms.
Fairfax County Economic Mobility Pilot
The Fairfax County Economic Mobility Pilot (FCEMP) will provide monthly cash payments to eligible, randomly selected households along with optional financial coaching and supportive resources to promote economic stability and social capital. Fairfax County has designed the pilot to focus on households, referred to as the ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) population, which may earn too much income to be eligible for some assistance programs.
Funding for this program is provided by federal funds as part of the American Recovery Plan Act and supported also by the Fairfax County Human Services Council’s Innovation Fund. The FCEMP includes three elements:
- A monthly payment of $750 to 180 eligible families for 15 months
- Freedom of choice for the families to use the cash as they deem necessary
- Optional financial coaching and the opportunity to increase their social networks through virtual or in person events
Apply online between September 23 through October 3, 2023.
For more information visit https://bit.ly/FairfaxEconMobility or email at GIpilot@fairfaxcounty.gov
SIBSHOPS: An Exciting, In-person Workshop for Brothers and Sisters of Children with Special Needs!
The Sibshop workshops are for children in grades 2-6 enrolled in Fairfax County Public Schools who have siblings with special needs to:
Meet other siblings in a relaxed setting.
Celebrate the many contributions made by brothers and sisters of children with special needs.
Share sibling experiences and receive peer support.
Play games and have fun!
Monday, October 9, 2023, 9 a.m.- noon at Providence Community Center
Presented by FCPS School Social Work Services
View the individual event page if you would like to share this event with others.
Register for: SIBSHOPS: An Exciting, In-person Workshop for Brothers and Sisters of Children with Special Needs!
Key Center Students Enjoy Musical Magic Presentation
On Friday, September 22nd, Key Center students were treated to an entertaining and educational assembly by Musico the Magnificent. Many Thanks to Taffy Presents for bringing our school another awesome event!
Key Center PTA
 Not yet a member of our PTA? We would love to have you join!
Key Center PTA Membership
Key Center PTA Donations
Key Center PTA Volunteer Opportunities
Any questions regarding involvement, please contact PTA President, Cecilia Allen, at KeyCtrPTA@gmail.com or (301) 646-7447.
Upcoming Dates
October 9 Staff Development Day - Student Holiday
October 11 (5:30) PTA Family Dinner Event
November 6 School Planning Day - Student Holiday
November 7 Teacher Work Day - Student Holiday
November 22-24 Thanksgiving Break - Holiday
2023-24 FCPS School Calendar
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