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Calendar Reminder
Spring Break
March 25-29 is our Spring Break. Monday, April 1, and Tuesday, April 2, are School Planning and Teacher Workdays and are both student holidays. All FCPS schools and school offices will be closed. Key Center phone messages will be monitored, feel free to reach out if your family needs anything.
We wish our students, teachers, and all our school-based staff a happy and restful spring break!
See the school year calendar.
Principal Feedback Survey
On Monday, March 18, Key Center School parents/guardians were sent an email containing a link to complete the online FCPS Principal Evaluation Parent/Guardian Feedback Form. This questionnaire is part of the VDOE-mandated Performance Evaluation Program for principals and offers parents/guardians an opportunity to provide anonymous input about various topics related to our school. These topics include how the principal demonstrates/impacts instructional leadership, school climate, management, communication and community relations, culturally responsive and equitable leadership, and professionalism within the school.
The questionnaire will be administered between March 18 and April 5. When you receive an email from FCPS Surveys, please take a few minutes to complete the questionnaire.
ParentVue
Did you know that you can access convenient, electronic copies of your student’s IEP, Progress Reports and more through ParentVue and the ParentVue Mobile App? To find out more about accessing your student’s information, please, visit the ParentVue Account Overview page on the FCPS website.
Order your Key Center Yearbook Today!
Our yearbook team has been hard at work, diligently compiling the highlights, achievements, and special moments from throughout the year. From the first day of school to community trips, assemblies,and everything in between, our yearbook captures the spirit of our school community. Take advantage of early bird pricing and order your yearbook today for just $10! After April 17th, the price will increase. Don't miss out on the chance to relive all the wonderful memories from this school year!
Jill’s House Dads Brunch
Join other Jill’s House Dads for good food and conversation!
What: Brunch & Coffee (Courtesy of Jill’s House)When: Saturday, March 30thTime: 10:30am - 12:30pmWhere: Silver Diner: 8101 Fletcher St. McLean, VA 22102
RSVP @ tony.johnson@jillshouse.org
Therapeutic Recreation Camp Dates & Registration
Therapeutic Recreation offers affordable summer camp experiences for individuals (ages 5-22) with developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, physical disabilities, emotional disabilities, learning disabilities, and/or attention deficit disorders. The summer will be packed full of special events, art activities, sensory play, games, sports, outdoor play, music activities and more. Summer 2024 registration begins April 10, 2024. Registration is through TRACERS.
For questions or concerns related to any of the Summer Camp programs or other services offered by Therapeutic Recreation Services, please contact us at 703-324-5532, TTY 711 or ncs-tracers@fairfaxcounty.gov. More information can be found on the Therapeutic Recreation website.
Key Center Spirit Wear is Available for Purchase!
Would you like to show your Key Center School pride? Online ordering for our NEW spirit wear is now open! Shirts are available in short sleeve, long sleeve and hoodies. Both adult and child sizes are available. You can order directly from our partner, Custom Ink. Visit our web store here. Don’t delay- the deadline to order spirit wear is April 2nd!
Take the Family Engagement Survey Today!
If you haven’t already, please take FCPS’ Family Engagement Survey today! Survey results will help us to better recognize, understand, respect, and address family strengths and needs in our school community. Survey topics include:
- Welcoming environment
- Communication
- Student success
- Advocacy
- Family and school partnerships
- Community partnerships
The survey is available in 10 languages. Please check your email for a message from FCPS partner, K12 Insight, with a link to the survey or access the survey now. Your voice matters!
Nominations Open for First-Class Awards
Is there a Key Center staff person who consistently goes above and beyond to meet your student’s needs? Would you like to recognize the exemplary performance of a Key Center employee? Now is your chance!
The FCPS Advisory Council for Students with Disabilities (ACSD) is seeking nominations for the 2024 First-Class Awards. The First-Class Awards are an annual celebration of individuals in Fairfax County who support, implement, or design programs and activities which include students with disabilities that result in improving outcomes for all students. Submit your nominee using this form. Award winners will be recognized at the Family Summit on April 20, 2024. NOMINATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY MARCH 22, 2024 TO BE CONSIDERED
Immunization Clinics
Measles Is Preventable
Measles is making headlines as the number of cases nationwide has topped 40, with three confirmed cases in people living in or traveling through the National Capital Region.
The good news is that measles is preventable through vaccination! Vaccines help teach the immune system how to defend against germs, helping to build up natural defenses. Give your child the best protection against measles with two doses of the Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) vaccine. Visit the Fairfax County Health Department website to find out more about measles.
Extended Hours at Immunization Clinics
To help parents/caregivers obtain vaccinations for their children, the Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) will offer immunization clinics with extended hours:
Thursday, March 21, 4:30-7:30 p.m., Joseph Willard Health Center.Walk-ins are accepted until 7 p.m.
Friday, March 22, 1-5:30 p.m., Annandale District Office. Walk-ins are accepted until 5 p.m.
Parents/caregivers should make an appointment but a limited number of walk-ins will be accepted. Please call 703-246-7100 to schedule an appointment.
Learn more about vaccinating your child and find community resources to support their health and well-being.
Note: All students enrolling in public and private schools in Virginia are required to be adequately immunized per the Code of Virginia.
Virginia DMV comes to the ARC
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The Arc of Northern Virginia
3060 Williams Drive
Fairfax, VA 22031
**DMV Connect will take place in Main Floor Lobby Meeting Room**
The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is coming to The Arc of Northern Virginia! The DMV Connect teams are equipped to conduct all DMV transactions except vital records and testing. This includes obtaining your REAL ID driver’s license, regular drivers licenses, identification cards and vehicle titles & registrations, parking placards, and more.
To prepare: Depending on what services you need, there may be documents (originals, not photo copies) that will be required. Please prepare ahead of time by reviewing the DMV’s website.
Meet up: This event location is the main floor lobby meeting room of The Arc of Northern Virginia offices.
Registration: You must register with The Arc of Northern Virginia and schedule an appointment by emailing grace.rhodes@thearcofnova.org.
Contact: This event isn’t hosted by OSG, so please email grace.rhodes@thearcofnova.org with any questions.
First Responder & Safety Event Fair
When: Saturday, April 20, 2024
Time: 11:00 a.m – 2:00 p.m.
Where: Kenmore Middle School
200 S Carlin Springs Rd
Arlington, VA 22204
Admission: Free but pre-registration is required
A resource fair and practice event with Arlington first responders and community partners to learn about emergency and crisis resources, and practice navigating emergencies. You’ll be able work on creation of the DD identification cards to hand to first responders to identify a disability in the event of an emergency. You can also work with first responders to role play a variety of situations and ask questions about how you can navigate emergencies safely.
For the first time, staff from the Marcus Alert team will join the event. They can help you set up an emergency health profile. The Emergency Health Profile allows individuals to voluntarily create a free emergency health profile to provide first responders with their vital health and medical information (behavioral health related information included) when calling 9-1-1 during an emergency or crisis. Individuals over the age of 16 may sign-up for an Emergency Health Profile through the Emergency Health Profile Association. Legal guardians may sign up individuals under the age of 16. This team will also discuss 988 and options to call during a behavioral/mental health emergency, and what you can expect.
The Arc of Northern Virginia’s award winning Tech for Independent Living team will also be present to talk about Arc2Independence, our free customizable app to help people with disabilities learn important life skills, gain more independence, and enhance their personal safety.
Click here to register.
Summer Camps and Learning Programs
Have you made summer plans for your child yet? Are you looking for a summer camp for your child with special needs?
The Family Resource Center has compiled information on summer camps including local options, camps for students with special needs (sorted by need), and camps for students experiencing grief or who have parents in the military.
Family Resource Center
Did you know that caregivers can access 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?
Learn more about FCPS’ Family Resource Center (FRC).
Be the first to learn about new workshops by signing up for the FRC newsletter.
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
March 22 End of 3rd Quarter
March 25-29 Spring Break
April 1 Teacher Workday - Student Holiday
April 2 Staff Development Day - Student Holiday
April 10 Eid al Fitr - Holiday
May 6- 10 Annual Staff Appreciation Week
May 30 Graduation - All students not graduating will be
dismissed at 10:30am
2023-24 FCPS School Calendar
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