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Important Dates:
March 4-6: WIDA Testing
March 4-9: Read Across America - Spirit Week
March 5: No School/Student Holiday - School Planning for Staff
March 7: Author Visit with Delilah Dawson
March:
- Women's History Month
- National Reading Month
- Disability Awareness Month
Let's all be kind to one another.
Campbell's Corner
Greetings Key Families,
It was an exciting week for our seventh grade science classes, who got to experience the hatching of our chicks! We currently have 9 chicks who have hatched and are living in Ms. Frick’s classroom until they are able to be relocated to our chicken coop, which will be installed in the coming weeks. Our students have enjoyed our “Chick Cam” livestream, which has allowed them to observe the chicks throughout the school day! Make sure you ask your student about the chicks this weekend!
Here is the link to the "Chick Cam." It is up and running.
https://meet.google.com/livestream/4a429cc6-4477-4218-a1bc-4d00516b9cbb
Enjoy some cuteness this weekend.
Remember that, due to primary voting in the state of Virginia, Tuesday, March 5th is a teacher holiday and staff will be working remotely. Please plan accordingly! Monday and Wednesday will both be even days, following the schedule we shared at the beginning of the school year.
Have a great weekend!
Drew Campbell
Principal | Key Middle School
703-313-3900
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Real Food for Kids Culinary Challenge
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.
El Concurso Culinario Real Food for Kids
El Concurso Culinario Real Food for Kids se celebrará el sábado 2 de marzo, a las 10:45 a.m., en la Escuela Secundaria Hayfield. El evento incluye demostraciones de dos famosos chefs locales y una muestra pública de los platos de los estudiantes.
El desafío consiste en crear menús escolares sanos, deliciosos y culturalmente diversos que cumplan las directrices del USDA. Los platillos serán evaluados por un panel de chefs famosos, profesionales de la alimentación escolar y productores de alimentos locales. Se invita al público a votar por su plato favorito.
Los chefs Najmieh Batmanglij y Chris Morgan, de Joon, ofrecerán una demostración a las las 11:15 a.m. El público podrá probar los platillos de los estudiantes a partir del mediodía.
- Los platillos creados por los estudiantes en este evento anual han aparecido en los menús escolares de toda la región de Washington. La entrada es gratuita, pero se requiere inscripción previa.
Real Food for Kids Culinary Challenge (키즈 요리 대회)
Real Food for Kids 요리 대회는 3월 2일 토요일 오전 10시 45분 Hayfield Secondary School에서 개최됩니다. 이 행사에서는 학생들이 만든 요리를 공개 시식하고 현지 유명 셰프 2명이 요리 시연을 선보입니다.
이 행사의 핵심인 학생들의 미션은 USDA 지침을 충족하는 건강하고 맛있으며 문화적으로 다양한 학교 메뉴 항목을 만드는 것입니다. 출품작은 유명 셰프, 학교 급식 전문가, 현지 식품 생산자 등으로 구성된 패널이 심사합니다. 대중은 자신이 가장 좋아하는 요리에 투표할 수 있습니다.
오전 11시 15분에는 Najmieh Batmanglij 셰프와 Chris Morgan of Joon 셰프가 요리 시연을 선보이고, 정오에는 학생 요리의 공개 시식이 진행됩니다.
이 연례행사에서 학생들이 만든 요리는 Greater Washington 지역 전역의 학교 메뉴에 등장했습니다. 참석은 무료이지만 등록이 필요합니다.
Science Fair
Fairfax County Science and Engineering Fair Open House
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.
Junta Informativa de puertas abiertas para la Feria de Ciencias e Ingeniería del Condado de FairfaxSe invita a todos los interesados a asistir a la junta informativa de puertas abiertas para la feria de ciencias que se celebrará en la Escuela Secundaria Robinson el domingo 17 de marzo, de 1 - 3 p.m.
페어팩스 카운티 과학 및 공학 박람회 오픈 하우스
3월 17일 일요일 오후 1시부터 3시까지 Robinson Secondary School에서 열리는 과학 박람회 오픈 하우스에 여러분을 초대합니다.
Family Engagement Survey
- 📩 Coming this Sunday to your email inbox...The bi-annual FCPS Family Engagement Survey! This is your chance to give feedback on your school's welcoming environment, communication, and other topics. Learn more on the FCPS website: https://bit.ly/FESURVEY2024
- 📩 Este domingo llega a su correo electrónico... ¡La encuesta bianual de la Participación de la Familia de FCPS! Esta es su oportunidad de dar su opinión sobre el ambiente acogedor de su escuela, la comunicación y más. Aprenda más en el sitio web de FCPS: https://bit.ly/FESURVEY2024
- 📩 이번 주 일요일, 이메일의 받은 편지함으로…. 2년마다 실시하는 FCPS 가족 참여 설문조사가 보내집니다! 학교 환경과 소통에 대한 피드백을 제공할 수 있는 기회를 놓치지 마세요! 자세한 내용은 FCPS 웹사이트를 확인하세요: https://bit.ly/FESURVEY2024
Ramadan
- Throughout the year, as we celebrate and recognize various cultural holidays and observances, families are encouraged to contact their Drew Campbell regarding accommodations, including but not limited to those around lunch, prayer/meditation and silent reflection spaces and times, and instruction.
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Spanish:A lo largo del año, cuando celebramos y reconocemos diversas festividades y observancias culturales, se anima a las familias a ponerse en contacto con el Drew Campbell con respecto a las adaptaciones, incluyendo pero no limitado a los relacionados con el almuerzo, la oración / meditación y espacios y tiempos de reflexión en silencio, y la instrucción.
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Korean:일 년 내내 다양한 문화적 휴일과 기념일을 축하하고 인정하므로 가족들은 점심 식사, 기도/명상 및 침묵 묵상 공간과 시간, 교육 등을 포함한 편의 사항에 대해 Drew Campbell 문의하는 것이 좋습니다.
Opioid Conversation
🎤 Join a Community Conversation on Fentanyl and Other Drugs
A community conversation addressing the opioid crisis within Northern Virginia and Fairfax County Public Schools will be held Wednesday, March 18, 6:30-8 p.m., in the auditorium at Lake Braddock Secondary School. Please enter through Door #14.
All attendees will receive a free REVIVE! Narcan training during the event and learn about support services currently available within FCPS and Fairfax County.
This discussion will provide families, staff, and students with valuable knowledge about the dangers of drugs and deadly fentanyl. The material discussed is suitable for students in grades 6-12. Together as a community, we aim to explore collaborative strategies to minimize the impact of these harmful and too-often fatal substances.
Language interpretation services are available as well as American Sign Language accommodation. Childcare and transportation will also be provided, as needed. Learn more about the event and register online.
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Spanish:🎤 Únase a una Conversación Comunitaria sobre el Fentanilo y Otras Drogas
Una conversación comunitaria que se dirige a la crisis de los opioides en el Norte de Virginia y las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax se llevará a cabo el miércoles 18 de marzo, de 6:30 a 8 p.m., en el auditorio de la Escuela Secundaria Lake Braddock. Por favor entre por la puerta #14.
¡Todos los participantes recibirán un curso gratuito de REVIVE! Narcan gratis durante el evento y aprenderán sobre los servicios de apoyo actualmente disponibles dentro de FCPS y el Condado de Fairfax.
Esta conversación les proporcionará a las familias, al personal y a los estudiantes un valioso conocimiento sobre los peligros de las drogas y el mortal fentanilo.El material discutido es adecuado para estudiantes de 6º a 12º grado. Juntos, como comunidad, pretendemos explorar estrategias de colaboración para minimizar el impacto de estas sustancias nocivas y, con demasiada frecuencia, mortales.
Se ofrecerán servicios de interpretación y de Lenguaje de Signos Americano. También se proporcionarán servicios de cuidado de niños y transporte, según sea necesario. Aprenda más sobre el evento y regístrese en línea.
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Korean:🎤 펜타닐 및 기타 약물에 대한 커뮤니티 대화에 참여하세요.
북버지니아 및 페어팩스 카운티 공립학교의 오피오이드 위기를 다루는 커뮤니티 대화가 3월 18일 수요일 저녁 6시 30분부터 8시까지 Lake Braddock 중고등학교의 강당에서 열립니다. 14번 출입문으로 들어오시기 바랍니다.
모든 참석자는 무료 REVIVE! Narcan 교육을 받을 수 있으며 현재 FCPS와 페어팩스 카운티에서 제공하는 지원 서비스에 대해 알아보실 수 있습니다.
이 토론은 가족, 교직원, 학생에게 마약과 치명적인 펜타닐의 위험에 대한 귀중한 지식을 제공합니다. 논의되는 자료는 6-12학년 학생에게 적합합니다. 우리는 커뮤니티로서 함께 이러한 유해하고 너무나도 치명적인 물질의 영향을 최소화하기 위한 협력 전략을 모색하는 것을 목표로 합니다.
언어 통역 서비스와 미국 수화 서비스가 제공됩니다. 필요에 따라 아이 돌봄과 교통편도 제공될 예정입니다. 행사에 대해 자세히 알아보고 온라인으로 등록하세요.
College Partnership Program
Current 8th graders- you are eligible to apply to the College Partnership Program at Lewis High School!
The College Partnership Program is designed to systematically mitigate the impact of barriers to access, opportunity, and attainment and supports students who are from populations that are historically underrepresented on college campuses including:
- Students who are the first in family to attend college in the U.S
- Students with disabilities
- English language learners
- Economically disadvantaged students
Here is the link to the online application: tinyurl.com/CPPAPP2024.
The application deadline is March 15, 2024.
Track Coach Needed!
Are you a runner? Are you interested in fostering a love for track and field in our students? Then we need you! Our track and field program is looking for coaches for our spring season. These position come with a stipend! Our goal is to motivate and inspire our students to enjoy the experience and hopefully stick with running into high school. We had success in our fall cross country season, and our kids had fun, learned the values of teamwork, dedication, and perseverance while participating in a competitive, interscholastic sport. If you are interested in being a coach for the Key MS track team, please reach out to Principal Campbell at amcampbell1@fcps.edu.
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New Tech Support Feature
Our tech support reporting system has a new feature allowing students to provide feedback to our tech support team. Most students are using this feature responsibly, but we have seen some examples of students using the feature to make jokes or give negative feedback that is not constructive. Since this is a new feature, we would appreciate your support in encouraging students to use is appropriately and intentionally. Thank you!
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Family Webinar
Understanding High School Mathematics Course Offerings
How can students participate in mathematics throughout high school in a way that is relevant to and supportive of post-secondary and career interests?
During this session we will discuss mathematics graduation requirements and how to support students in navigating the various course offerings currently available in FCPS.
Students and their families may start thinking about what course pathways are available beginning in middle school. Join us to learn more.
Presented by Jennifer Allard FCPS High School Math Specialist and Erin Sylves FCPS Math Specialist.
March 8, 2024, 10-11:30 a.m. Add to Your Calendar
Register for Understanding High School Mathematics Course Offerings
Summer Programs
😎 Dive into summer fun with FCPS! Registration is now open for FCPS summer camps and learning opportunities. Sign your child up for a summer program for a fun-filled experience that will enhance your child academically. Don't miss out on the chance to learn and have a blast. Secure your child’s spot today! https://bit.ly/3OBMlyj
Community Conversations
Families and community members are welcome to attend whichever Community Conversation is most convenient for them. Feel free to only promote the event being held in your region, if you prefer to shorten the message.
- 🎤 Our Schools, Our Future: Community Conversations Continue
Join Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid for Our Schools, Our Future – A Community Conversation. Your voice matters! Share your thoughts about FCPS and bring your questions to a conversation on:
- Tuesday, April 16, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Graham Road Elementary School.
- Tuesday, April 30, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at South County Middle School.
- Thursday, May 2, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Terraset Elementary School.
- Wednesday, May 8, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Hybla Valley Elementary School.
- Thursday, May 16, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Poe Middle School.
- Tuesday, May 21, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Katherine Johnson Middle School.
Pre-registration for a Community Conversation is not required but will help FCPS plan. Childcare and interpretation services will be provided for all events based on staff availability. Events are open to all. Learn about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid.
🎤 Nuestras Escuelas, Nuestro Futuro: Las Conversaciones Comunitarias Continúan
Únase a la Superintendente Dra. Michelle Reid para Nuestras Escuelas, Nuestro Futuro Una Conversación Comunitaria. ¡Su voz es importante! Comparta sus pensamientos acerca de FCPS y traiga sus preguntas a una conversación el:
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Martes, 16 de abril, 6:30-7:30 p.m., en la Escuela Primaria Graham Road.
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Martes, 30 de abril, 6:30-7:30 p.m., en la Escuela Intermedia South County.
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Jueves, 2 de mayo, 6:30-7:30 p.m., en la Escuela Primaria Terraset.
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Miércoles, 8 de mayo, 6:30-7:30 p.m., en la Escuela Primaria Hybla Valley.
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Jueves, 16 de mayo, 6:30-7:30 p.m., en la Escuela Intermedia Poe.
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Martes, 21 de mayo, 6:30-7:30 p.m., en la Escuela Intermedia Katherine Johnson.
No es necesario inscribirse con antelación para asistir a una conversación comunitaria, pero nos ayuda a planificar el evento. Se ofrecerán servicios de cuidado de niños y de interpretación para todos las conversaciones comunitarias. Estos eventos están abiertos para todos. Infórmese sobre otras oportunidades de conectarse con la Dra. Reid.
우리의 학교, 우리의 미래: 커뮤니티와의 대화는 지속됩니다
교육감 Michelle Reid 박사와 함께 우리의 학교, 우리의 미래 - 지역사회와의 대화의 장에 참여하세요. 여러분의 목소리가 중요합니다! FCPS에 대한 여러분의 생각을 나누고 궁금한 점을 대화에 참여하십시오:
4월 16일 화요일, 오후 6:30-7:30, Graham Road 초등학교
4월 30일 화요일, 오후 6:30-7:30, South County 중학교
5월 2일 목요일, 오후 6시 30분~7시 30분, Terraset 초등학교
5월 8일 수요일, 오후 6시 30분~7시 30분, Hybla Valley 초등학교
5월 16일 목요일, 오후 6시 30분~7시 30분, Poe 중학교
5월 21일 화요일, 오후 6시 30분~7시 30분, Katherine Johnson 중학교
커뮤니티 대화는 사전 등록이 필수는 아니지만 행사 준비에 도움이 됩니다. 모든 행사에는 직원 배치 가능 여부에 따라 아이돌봄 및 통역 서비스가 제공됩니다. 본 행사는 누구나 참여할 수 있습니다. Reid 교육감님과 소통할 수 있는 다른 기회에 대해 알아보세요.
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Inspirigirl - Girls in STEM
Good afternoon,
We hope this email finds you well!
We are the teaching coordinators of Inspirigirl, a nonprofit educational group run by students at Thomas Jefferson High School (TJHSST) that provides free computer science classes, workshops, and events for students with a focus on encouraging girls to participate in computer science.
We will be holding our free Winter 2024 virtual computer science classes throughout February, and we would like to invite your school’s students to register and learn about computer science with us. All students are welcome, and we offer various coding courses for all different age and level groups.
Classes are completely free thanks to our teaching volunteers, and we hope that you can spread the word in your school! Attached is a flyer that can be used to advertise classes, and here is our registration link: linktr.ee/inspirigirl
For your convenience, we have compiled comprehensive information in our Linktree, where you can access details about our classes, our organization's social profiles, and our official website. Thank you so much, and please let us know if you have any questions!
Sincerely,
Inspirigirl Teaching Coordinators
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Coming Soon: Lightspeed Classroom Management Tool
In the coming weeks, our school will be introducing a new classroom management tool that will help teachers better connect with student devices during classes. The new tool will provide teachers with a number of helpful features:
- Easily view student screens in real time from the teacher console to see which students may need guidance or support.
- Focus student attention on a particular website on their device to minimize distractions.
- Pause student access to the internet to focus on other classroom tasks.
We believe this classroom management tool will allow us to maximize class time to support your student’s learning while at school. Please let us know if you have any questions.
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FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Where FCPS Funding Comes From
- Community Conversation on Fentanyl and Other Drugs
- FCPS Family Engagement Survey Opens March 3
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
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