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Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.
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KJMS Event Calendar
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February 22 - School Bus Driver Appreciation Day
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February 22 - Young Scholars Field Trip
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February 28 - Choral Pre-Assessment Concert
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February 29 - KJMS Parent Coffee - 9:00 AM
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March 5 - No School (Teacher Workday)
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March 14 - Spring Pictures and for New Students after 10/27/23
- More details in next week's newsletter
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March 25-29 - Spring Break - No School
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April 1-2 - Teacher Workday/Staff Development (No School for Students)
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April 3 - School Resumes- It will an ODD (Blue) Day
After-School Kindness Club
In honor of Kindness Week
Happy Kindness Week, KJMS!
Love was in the air with our kindness quotes on the sidewalk and posted all around the school. Thank you to our Eagles for helping each other feel welcome and valued each and every day. Thank you also for trusting our amazing City of Fairfax Police and KJMS staff as we navigated potential safety issues this week. We truly serve the best community!
Please join us in celebrating two of our outstanding employees for moving forward in the FCPS Outstanding Employees awards this year as the Fairfax Pyramid winners!
- (L) Friday Oeur, Counselor: Outstanding Professional Employee
- (R) Nicole Matthews, Family & Consumer Science Teacher: Outstanding New Secondary Teacher
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In the left picture above, you will notice a small doll in Ms. Oeur’s hand. It is a tiny crocheted Katherine Johnson, meticulously crafted by our own wonderfully talented, Ms. Oeur. It will stand tall in the main lobby's display cabinet.
As February winds to a close, we will continue to see our Eagles excel. Next weekend, we have nearly 100 students and 10 staff members attending the Model United Nations Conference hosted by the College of William and Mary. We will continue to keep you updated on the great things we have happening at KJMS.
Stay warm this weekend,
Dr. Silipigni,
Principal
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Officer Johns isn't just a badge in the hallway at Katherine Johnson Middle School (KJMS), she is also a track & field assistant coach. Her dedication to understanding the unique challenges of adolescence fosters a trusting environment where students feel comfortable seeking help. On Thursday, February, 15 was Security Resources Officer (SRO) Day, we celebrate Officer Johns for her unwavering commitment to our school community – thank you for making KJMS a safer, stronger place for all!
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Join us on Thursday, February 29th for an important conversation about student attendance!
Are you concerned about your child's attendance at Katherine Johnson Middle School? Do you have questions about chronic absenteeism and its impact on academic success? We invite you to Coffee & Conversations: Attendance, a unique opportunity to connect with school staff, community resources, and other families in similar situations.
What to expect:
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Open discussion: Share your concerns and experiences with chronic absenteeism in a supportive environment.
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Expert insights: Learn from school leadership, social workers, and attendance specialists about the impact of missed school days.
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Community support: Discover local resources and programs that can help your family overcome attendance challenges.
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Light refreshments: Enjoy coffee and snacks while you connect with others.
Whether your child is currently struggling with attendance, or you simply want to learn more, we encourage you to join us!
Date: February 29th (Please note the unusual date!)
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Location: KJMS Library
RSVP: RSVP Form
Questions or concerns – Contact Ryan Smith rasmith@fcps.edu, 703-934-7280
Together, we can ensure all our students reach their full potential.
Don't miss out on this valuable opportunity!
Free Concert
The Fairfax Wind Symphony is an ensemble made up largely of band directors including our own band director, Mr. Burts. The concert is free, and no tickets are needed.
When: Sunday, February 18
Time: 3:00 PM
Where: KJMS Auditorium
FCPS NewsIn case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Fiscal Year 2025 Proposed Budget
- Register for Superintendent Community Conversations
- Kindergarten Registration
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Members of the general public are invited to attend the science fair open house at Robinson Secondary School on Sunday, March 17, 1-3 p.m.
The Real Food for Kids Culinary Challenge will be held on Saturday, March 2, at 10:45 a.m., at Hayfield Secondary School. The event features a public tasting of student dishes and demonstrations from two local celebrated chefs.
The student challenge at the heart of this event is to create healthy, delicious, and culturally diverse school menu items that meet USDA guidelines. Entries will be judged by a panel including celebrity chefs, school food professionals, and local food producers. The public is invited to vote for their favorite dish.
Chefs Najmieh Batmanglij and Chris Morgan of Joon will offer a demonstration at 11:15 a.m. Public tasting of student dishes will get underway at noon.
Student-created dishes from this annual event have been featured on school menus throughout the Greater Washington Region. It is free to attend, but registration is required.
In 2013, Virginia passed a law requiring every school system to provide information to parents annually about eating disorders with parents/guardians of students in the fifth through twelfth grades.
According to the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA 2023),
Eating disorders are serious but treatable mental and physical illnesses that can affect people of all genders, ages, races, religions, ethnicities, sexual orientations, body shapes, and weights. In the United States, 28.8 million Americans will suffer from an eating disorder at some point in their lives.
There is no single cause of an eating disorder. Rather, it is a complex combination of biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors that converge and set off an individual’s predisposed genetic vulnerability.
In collaboration with the Fairfax County Health Department, FCPS has developed a web page with detailed information and resources about eating disorders. To find out more, please visit the FCPS Eating Disorders website.
In addition to the information on the FCPS website, the National Eating Disorders Association has a toll free, confidential Helpline, 1-800-931-2237.
Help Students Achieve Their Dreams.
Save the date! Attend FCPS’ instructional job fair on Saturday, February 24, 9 a.m.-noon, at Lake Braddock Secondary School. Network and take advantage of interview opportunities with representatives from various FCPS schools. Employment offers may be extended during the fair. Register today.
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.
Visit the Recruitment Events calendar for a list of all FCPS job fairs.
If you need to contact one of our parent liaisons, Ana Maxey (Mon.,Thur., Fri.) or Jennie Choi (Tues. & Wed.), please call 703-934-2454 and leave a message with your name, your student's name and phone number. You may also contact them via email: Ana Maxey at ajmaxey@fcps.edu or Jennie Choi at jchoi4@fcps.edu
The Family Resource Center (FRC) offers free webinars, confidential consultations, a lending library, and resources to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities. Did you know that caregivers can access to these free webinars to?
Families can find printable resource guides and details about the center’s free lending library on FRC’s homepage. They may also sign up to receive the FRC newsletter for updates on webinars, resources, and other information. If you have questions, please contact the FRC via email at frc@fcps.edu or call 703-204-3941.
Learn more about FCPS’ Family Resource Center (FRC).
Be the first to learn about new workshops by signing up for the FRC newsletter.
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Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.
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