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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 28 - Choral Pre-Assessment Concert
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February 29 - KJMS Parent Coffee - 9:00 AM
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March 1 - Basketball vs Liberty @ KJMS; 6:00 PM
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March 4 - Field Trip - Gr. 8 - Nighthawks
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March 5 - No School (Teacher Workday)
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March 6 - Field Trip - Gr. 8 - Highlanders
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March 6 - KJMS Pre-Assessment; Auditorium; 7:00 PM
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March 7 - Field Trip - Gr. 8 - Cavaliers
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March 8 - Field Trip - Gr. 8 - Panthers
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March 8 - Basketball vs Hughes @ KJMS; 6:00 PM
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March 14 - Spring Pictures and for New Students after 10/27/23
- After School Club pictures
- More details to come
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March 22 - Basketball vs South County @ KJMS; 6:00 PM
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March 22 - End of the 3rd Quarter (No Early Release-Full Regular day)
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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
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We know National Counseling Week came and went a few weeks ago, but we wanted to take a moment to let our wonderful counseling team know how much they are appreciated. Words can hardly express the gratitude we feel for their dedication, compassion, and unwavering support to our students.
Throughout the week our counseling team were showered with small tokens of appreciation to show just how much we value them. From the sweet treats to the special surprises, we hope they felt a glimpse of the impact they have on our students and community. Thank you!
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More Kindness Messages
from the
After-School Kindness Club
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Dear KJMS Families,
Congratulations to all of our students who were presented with class recognitions at this week's Quarterly Awards Assembly. Our staff is so proud of the many Eagles who exhibit the SOAR traits each day. It is evident that your support at home ensures that our students have a wonderful learning environment in our school. We also had two great pep rallies this week to ensure all students know how much they are loved and valued at KJMS.
The GMU Men’s Soccer Team was present for the 7th grade pep rally. We wish them luck as they missed Friday’s 8th grade pep rally to play in a soccer game.
Our Orchestra participated in an amazing performance with the Fairfax Pyramid last night. Doing so, they missed the celebration at the Fairfax County School Board meeting, where they and the Bella Canzones were recognized for their November performance at the Virginia Music Educators Conference. Congrats to all of these outstanding performers.
As we have the last days before daylight savings begins, we are excited to see all that spring has in store. What will you do with the gift of an extra day with our February 29th leap year this year? Maybe that would make a fun dinner conversation.
Enjoy your weekend,
Tammy Silipigni
Principal
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 Please join Sully District School Board member Seema Dixit and Supervisor Kathy Smith for a joint town hall as they present the proposed FY 2025 Budgets and take your comments. Details of the Fairfax County budget can be found here. If you would like to ask a question regarding the FY25 Budget, please send an email to Sully@FairfaxCounty.gov with "Budget Town Hall" in the subject. Detailed information about the FCPS FY25 Budget can be found on our website and also detailed below.
When: Thursday, February 29, 2024
Time: 7 - 9 pm EST
Where: Rocky Run Middle School Lecture Hall
Address: 4400 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151
*If American Sign Language or language interpretation is needed, please submit your request by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 27, 2024.
Thank you very much. Your assistance in letting our community know about the Sully District Budget Town Hall is greatly appreciated! They look forward to seeing you there if your schedule permits.
Thank you so much!!
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!
Tickets are ON SALE now for Fairfax High School’s annual sold-out event: Cultural Celebration 2024!
Friday, March 8th
Cultural Fair 6:30 PM
Cultural Celebration (Global Talent & Fashion Show) 7:00 PM
Join us for an incredible trip around the world featuring fiery Latin dances, the beat of the Korean drums, the majesty of the Chinese Dragon dance, the harmonies of Kentucky Bluegrass, Vietnamese fan dancing, traditional and modern global fashions, tasty treats from near and far, and MUCH MORE!
NEW TICKET INFO: Tickets are sold ONLINE this year beginning 2/23 and closing at 5pm on 3/8 for a discounted price. Tickets may sell out prior to the event, so reserve yours today!
Pre-Sale Online Ticket Prices: Adults $5 | Students $3 (FCPS Employees & Kids Under 5 = Free)
Door Ticket Prices: Adults $10 | Students $5 (FCPS Employees & Kids Under 5 = Free)
Don't miss out! Tickets are flying faster than a K-pop dance move, so click this TICKET LINK or the QR code in the flyer to grab yours now!
Please help us spread the word to make this the most vibrant, diverse, and celebratory Fairfax HS event ever!
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FCPS NewsIn case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Upcoming Webinars and Events for Families
- How Students Benefit from CTE Courses
- Supreme Court Decision Regarding TJHSST
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
February is Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month. Hear from students how CTE courses and Academies are helping them explore and prepare for careers while still in high school. One student has earned more than 20 industry certifications in two years!
Watch this video to learn more about opportunities in Fairfax County Public Schools’ CTE and Academy programs.
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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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