Key Middle School Families

Important Dates:

April 1: Staff Development Day - Student Holiday

April 2: Teacher Workday - Student Holiday

April 3: Students Return to School

April: 

• Counseling Awareness Month
• World Autism Awareness Day - 4/2/24
• National Library Week - 4/7/24 = 4/13/24
• Earth Day - 4/22/24
• Arbor Day - 4/26/24

Let's all be kind to one another.

Campbell's Corner

Greetings Key Families,

Prior to Spring Break, Key MS celebrated the end of the third quarter with a variety of fun and stress-free activities in our Learning Seminar block. Our students appreciated the opportunity to engage in fun and relaxing activities with their friends! We hope everyone is enjoying a safe and rejuvenating Spring Break. April 1 and 2 are student holidays, but our office will be open and staff will be available on those days. We are looking forward to welcoming our students back for the 4^th quarter on April 3 and having a positive end to the school year.

Take care,

Drew Campbell

Principal | Key Middle School

703-313-3900

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Congratulations to our Cat B and AVID students and our Theatre Arts teacher, Ms. Promisel, for their wonderful performance of Little Red Riding Hood.

Federal Accountability Standards Key MS is finally being recognized as a Title I school. This means that we qualify for a federal grant to provide additional staff, support, and programming for our students. These funds will allow us to expand intervention and enrichment opportunities for students, explore new high-quality and evidence-based instructional resources, build strong partnerships with families and communities, and bring on additional support staff to lead critical work related to student achievement. Principal Campbell will host parent town hall meetings to share this information and answer parent questions. These events are for parents, community members, and school staff who want to learn more about the Federal Accountability Standards that come along with the Title I designation. Town Hall Meeting Schedule: Thursday, April 4 @ 6:00pm in the Key MS Lecture Hall Friday, April 5 @ 9:00am in the Key MS Lecture Hall

Thank you to our Family and Consumer Science teacher, Mrs. Jabour, for hosting a cupcake decorating event. Our students enjoyed decorating and eating the cupcakes!

Family Summit

Safe, Supported, and Included — the FCPS Family Summit 2024

The FCPS Family Summit will take place on Saturday, April 20, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Marshall High School. The conference will cover topics that are helpful for all families, such as social-emotional resources, along with a specially curated online component to provide supports for students with disabilities and their families. 

Some of the topics include raising resilient, independent children; forming meaningful connections with children; addressing big emotions; and the dangers of opioids and fentanyl. The conference is being planned by several FCPS offices in collaboration with the Fairfax Alliance of Black School Educators, Black Women’s Educational Alliance - DC Chapter, Hispanic Educators Association, and Asian Educators Association. 

This year’s theme is Safe, Supported, and Included, which aligns with Goal 2 of the FCPS Strategic Plan. More details will be available after spring break. 

안전과 지원 그리고 포용이 포함된 – FCPS Family Summit 2024

FCPS Family Summit이 4월 20일인 토요일 오전 8시 30분부터 오후 1시까지 Marshall 고등학교에서 진행될 예정입니다. 본 컨퍼런스는 장애 학생과 그 가족을 지원하기 위해 특별히 구성된 온라인 지원과 사회 정서적 자원 등 모든 가족에게 도움이 되는 주제를 다룰 것입니다. 일부 주제에는 회복력이 있는 독립적인 자녀 양육; 어린아이들과의 의미 있는 관계 형성; 큰 감정 다루기; 오피오이드와 펜타닐의 위험성을 이야기할 것입니다. 이 행사는 FCPS와 Fairfax Alliance of Black School Educators, Black Women’s Educational Alliance - DC Chapter, Hispanic Educators Association, and The Asian Educators Association이 함께 협력하여 계획하고 있습니다. 올해의 주제는 FCPS 전략 계획 목표 2에 부합하는 안전, 지원 및 포용과 관련되었습니다. 자세한 내용은 봄방학 이후에 알려드리겠습니다. 

Middle School Start Times

• ⏰ Community Forums on Middle School Start Times

Fairfax County Public Schools is exploring options for adjusting middle school start times and invites the public to be part of the process. Prismatic Services, Inc., an educational consulting firm, will lead the forums. All forums will deliver the same presentation and provide the same feedback opportunities. Please attend the event that works best for your schedule: 

• Monday, April 29, 6-8 p.m., at Glasgow Middle School. 
• Monday, May 6, 6-8 p.m., at Whitman Middle School.
• Monday, May 20, 6-8 p.m., at Hughes Middle School.
• Wednesday, May 22, 6-8 p.m., at Frost Middle School. 

Registration is not required but does help with planning. Click one of the dates above to register. Language interpretation and childcare will be provided. Learn more about the project exploring middle school start times.

• Korean: ⏰  중학교 등교 시간에 관한 커뮤니티 포럼

페어팩스 카운티 공립학교는 중학교 등교 시간 조정을 위한 옵션을 모색하고 있으며 일반 대중도 이 과정에 참여할 수 있도록 포럼에 지역사회 모든 분을 초대합니다. 

커뮤니티 포럼은 4월과 5월에 진행될 예정입니다. 교육 컨설팅 회사인 Prismatic Services, Inc.가 포럼을 진행할 것입니다. 모든 포럼에서는 동일한 프레젠테이션을 진행하고, 동일한 피드백 기회를 제공할 것입니다. 귀하의 일정에 가장 적합한 행사에 참석하시기를 바랍니다. 

• 4월 29일, 월요일, 6-8 p.m., at Glasgow 중학교. 
• 5월 6일, 월요일, 6-8 p.m., at Whitman 중학교.
• 5월 20일, 월요일, 6-8 p.m., at Hughes 중학교.
• 5월 22일, 수요일, 6-8 p.m., at Frost 중학교. 

등록이 필수는 아니지만 저희가 계획을 세우는 데 도움이 됩니다. 행사 날짜를 클릭하셔서 등록하세요. 통역 및 아이 돌봄 서비스가 지원됩니다. 중학교 등교 시간 조정 프로젝트에 대해 자세히 알아보세요.

VIP Camp

• ⛱️ Looking for a fun summer camp for your rising middle schooler? Check out VIP Camp, taking place July 1 through August 1 at five FCPS middle schools, and open to all FCPS middle school students. VIP Camp costs only $100 for the 5-week program!Find out more and register soon: bit.ly/VIPcamp2024

• ⛱️ Summer Camp for Middle Schoolers 

All rising middle schoolers are invited to attend a summer of fun and leisure with VIP Camp. VIP Camp — which takes place Monday, July 1, to Thursday, August 1 — is designed to encourage teens to develop healthy and positive recreation interests and features a wide variety of leisure activities and programs. 

Registration is open. VIP Camp costs $100 to attend. Reach out to your school's after-school specialist for scholarship availability due to financial hardship. This camp is sponsored by Fairfax County Public Schools and Fairfax County’s Department of Neighborhood and Community Services.

• Korean: ⛱️ 중학생을 위한 페어팩스 여름 캠프

모든 중학생에게 신나는 여름 방학을 보낼 수 있도록 VIP 캠프에 초대합니다. VIP 캠프는— 7월 1일, 월요일부터 8월 1일인 목요일까지 진행됩니다. 청소년들의 건강하고 긍정적인 레크리에이션 관심을 개발할 수 있도록 장려하고 다양한 여가 활동과 프로그램을 제공합니다. 

등록 신청 접수가 시작되었습니다. VIP 캠프는 비용은 $100입니다. 재정적 어려움으로 인해 장학금을 받을 수 있는지 알아보려면 학교의 방과 후 전문가(after-school specialist)에게 문의하세요. 이 캠프는 페어팩스 카운티 공립학교와 페어팩스 카운티 지역사회 서비스부에서 후원합니다. 

Interested in your student participating in Track and Field?

Events: 100m, 200m, 400m, 800m, 1600m distance Sprints, Long Jump and Shot Put

Email Alexis Delosrios adelosrios@fcps.edu for more information.

Runners must have an updated physical form (physical must have been completed between May 2023 – June 2024):

https://www.fcps.edu/sites/default/files/FCPS%20MS%20Sports%20Physical%20Form.pdf

AND

Register using the following link:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdjUd-OTRSQ4z63JKeBJ6i5_e6Et2KkQkZKOL2er-u__CQjyA/viewform

Family Engagement Survey

Participate today! 

Your voice matters! 

Share your thoughts around important topics impacting your student’s success. By participating in the Family Engagement Survey, parents/caregivers are making their voices heard. Survey topics include:

• Welcoming environment
• Communication
• Student Success
• Advocacy
• Family and school partnerships
• Community partnerships

Help us better recognize, understand, respect, and address family strengths and needs in our schools. 

TAKE THE SURVEY!

Visit the Family Engagement Survey webpage for more information.

¡Participa hoy mismo!

¡Haz que se escuche tu voz!

Comparta sus opiniones sobre temas importantes que afectan al éxito de su estudiante.

Al participar en la Encuesta de Participación Familiar, los padres/cuidadores hacen oír su voz. Los temas de la encuesta incluyen:

• Ambiente acogedor
• Comunicación
• Éxito de los estudiantes
• Representación
• Asociaciones de la Escuela y la familia
• Colaboración con la comunidad para ver si FCPS está cumpliendo sus objetivos a nivel de escuela, región y división

Ayúdenos a reconocer, comprender, respetar y abordar mejor los puntos fuertes y las necesidades de las familias en nuestras escuelas. 

¡TOMA LA ENCUESTA!

 ✅ 오늘 가족 참여 설문조사에 참여하세요!

아직 참여하지 않으셨다면 오늘 바로 FCPS의 가족 참여 설문조사에 참여해 주세요! 설문조사 결과는 학교 커뮤니티에서 가족의 강점과 필요를 더 잘 인식하고, 이해하고, 존중하고, 해결하는 데 도움이 될 것입니다. 설문조사 주제는 다음과 같습니다:

• 환영하는 환경
• 의사소통
• 학생의 성공
• 옹호 (Advocacy)
• 가족 및 학교 파트너십
• 커뮤니티 파트너십

설문조사는 10개 언어로 제공됩니다. 설문조사 링크가 포함된 FCPS 파트너인 K12 Insight의 메시지를 이메일로 확인하시거나 지금 바로 설문조사에 접속하세요. 여러분의 목소리는 중요합니다!

VIP Summer Camp

2024 VIP Summer Camp will be held at Sandburg MS July 1^st – August 1^st 2024. Sandburg MS will serve rising 7^th and 8^th grade students from Key MS, Twain MS, Hayfield SS, Sandburg MS, and Whitman MS. Online application will go live Tuesday March 12^th at 6pm. Please check the Key MS after school page to register. If you have questions, please reach out to Ms. Spencer at kfspencer@fcps.edu.

Solar Eclipse on April 8

• ☀️ Safely View the Total Solar Eclipse on April 8 

A total solar eclipse will occur on Monday, April 8, and will be viewable, depending on weather, in Fairfax County. The eclipse will begin in our area around 2:04 p.m. and end around 4:32 p.m., with the maximum eclipse occurring around 3:20 p.m.  

Because the timing overlaps with dismissal, it is crucial that students understand the importance of safe viewing practices. We encourage families to review these Solar Eclipse Resources, especially the eye safety information. We hope everyone takes the opportunity to learn more about this extraordinary natural phenomenon while prioritizing safe solar viewing.

• Spanish:☀️ Ver con Seguridad el Eclipse Total de Sol del 8 de Abril 

El lunes 8 de abril se producirá un eclipse total de Sol que podrá verse, dependiendo de las condiciones meteorológicas, en el condado de Fairfax. El eclipse comenzará en nuestra área alrededor de las 2:04 p.m. y terminará alrededor de las 4:32 p.m., con el eclipse máximo ocurriendo alrededor de las 3:20 p.m.  

Debido a que el momento coincide con la hora de salida, es crucial que los estudiantes entiendan la importancia de las prácticas de seguridad para ver el eclipse. Animamos a las familias a revisar estos recursos sobre el eclipse solar, especialmente la información sobre seguridad ocular. Esperamos que todos aprovechen la oportunidad de aprender más sobre este extraordinario fenómeno natural, mientras dan prioridad a una observación solar segura..

• Korean: ☀️  4월 8일 개기일식을 안전하게 관람하기 

4월 8일 월요일에 개기일식이 발생하며, 날씨에 따라 페어팩스 카운티에서 개기일식을 볼 수 있습니다. 일식은 오후 2시 4분경에 우리 지역에서 시작되어 오후 4시 32분경에 끝나며, 최대 일식은 오후 3시 20분경에 일어날 것입니다.  

하교 시간과 겹치기 때문에 학생들이 안전한 관람 관행의 중요성을 이해하는 것이 중요합니다. 가족들이 일식 관련 자료, 특히 눈 안전 정보를 검토해 보시기 바랍니다. 모두가 안전한 태양 관측을 우선시하면서 이 놀라운 자연 현상에 대해 자세히 알아볼 수 있는 기회를 얻기를 바랍니다.

Attendance

• Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

• This year, spring break is March 25-29. We will be eager to welcome your children back to school on Wednesday, April 3, after two teacher work days. Student attendance is very important. Every day, our teachers will be teaching, and students will be learning. Studies have shown that just two absences per month can cause students to fall behind. Let’s finish this school year strong. Visit FCPS’ website for attendance resources.

• ¡Asiste a Clases Hoy Para Tener Éxito Mañana!

Este año, las vacaciones de primavera son del 25 al 29 de marzo. Estaremos impacientes por dar la bienvenida a sus hijos a la escuela miércoles el 3 de abril. Su asistencia es muy importante. Cada día, nuestros profesores estarán enseñando, y los estudiantes estarán aprendiendo. Los estudios han demostrado que sólo dos ausencias al mes pueden causar que los estudiantes se atrasen. Terminemos este año escolar fuerte. Visite el sitio web de FCPS para recursos de asistencia.

• 출석은 오늘, 학업 성취는 내일!

올 봄방학은 3월 25일부터 29일까지입니다. 4월 3일 수요일에 자녀가 학교로 돌아오는 것을 진심으로 환영합니다. 학생들의 출석은 매우 중요합니다. 매일 선생님들은 가르치고 학생들은 배울 것입니다. 연구에 따르면 한 달에 두 번만 결석해도 학생들이 뒤처질 수 있다고 합니다. 이번 학년을 힘차게 마무리합시다. 출석에 관한 자료는 FCPS 웹사이트를 방문하십시오.

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.

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!

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

Ramadan

Ramadan has begun and many of our students will be fasting and/or participating in prayer during the school day. In alignment with FCPS regulations and expectations, Key MS ensures that students and staff of all religious backgrounds have reasonable accommodation and access to meditation and silent reflection spaces within the school building. The following are the current FCPS guidelines:

• Our meditation and silent reflection space is located in the auxiliary gym. This is our space for group prayer; students with individual needs and accommodations may access a different location in the main office.  Is the location changes, students and staff will be notified.
• Students participating in group prayer in the meditation and silent reflection space will be supervised by staff members. If there are safety concerns, other accommodations will be discussed. 

Prayer, Meditation, and Silent Reflection during Instructional Time

• Students whose religious beliefs require them to pray at a specific time that coincides with instructional time can be accommodated with written parental permission. Please use this form to confirm your permission if you would like your student to have access to the prayer room.

Use of Meditation and Silent Reflection Spaces

Individuals using the space shall abide by the following rules and guidelines:

• Intended for personal use
• Respect the rights and beliefs of others
• Use of the space is voluntary; no one should be compelled to use or participate in activities within the space
• The SRR applies to all students who use the space. 
• The reflection space is available during the school day during regular hours.
• Students report to the main office to check in. 

If you have any questions about this process, please call the main office at 703-313-3900 and our staff will connect you with an administrator.

Enjoy your weekend!

Drew Campbell

Principal | Key Middle School

703-313-3900

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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:

• Martes, 16 de abril, 6:30-7:30 p.m., en la Escuela Primaria Graham Road.
• Martes, 30 de abril, 6:30-7:30 p.m., en la Escuela Intermedia South County.
• Jueves, 2 de mayo, 6:30-7:30 p.m., en la Escuela Primaria Terraset.
• Miércoles, 8 de mayo, 6:30-7:30 p.m., en la Escuela Primaria Hybla Valley.
• Jueves, 16 de mayo, 6:30-7:30 p.m., en la Escuela Intermedia Poe.
• 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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