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Kilmer Center Tiger Tales
No School for Students March 25-29
and April 1-2
- March 25-29 is spring break. Schools and school offices will be closed. We wish our students and teachers a happy and restful Spring Break!
- There will be no school for students on April 1 and 2 for school planning/teacher work days. See the complete School Year Calendar.
✅ Take the Family Engagement Survey!
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!
Get a head start on your registration for T-Rec
For those families that have not yet opened a TRACERS account, it is now available. Spaces are limited for T-Rec so the more of your registration you can complete prior to the April 10th Registration Opening, the better.
A flyer will be going home in backpacks this week. Click the link below for more details:
https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services/therapeutic-recreation-camp
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ABA Family Training
The Importance of Generalization
This workshop is intended for parents of students with Autism served in preschool autism classrooms (PAC), Enhanced Autism Classrooms (EAC) and CAT B secondary classrooms.
Topics covered will include:
▪ Ways you can get your child to demonstrate the same skills at home and in school.
▪ Strategies to get your child to do the things they do with you with other family
members.
▪ How to promote learning and maintenance of skills across settings, materials, and people?
April 17, 2024
Choose one virtual session:
10:00am - 11:30am
or
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Join using this meeting link:
https://meet.google.com/cgn-udci-kbh
All family members and caregivers are welcome to attend ABA Family Training. To register or to request an interpreter, contact Liane Sprunk at (571) 423-4110 or by email at lsprunk@fcps.edu at least two weeks in advance and provide your name and contact information (phone number and/or email) in case we need to contact you. For questions, contact Tina Wilkerson by
email at twilkerson@fcps.edu
🩹 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:
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.
Nominations Open for First-Class Awards
Is there a Kilmer Center School 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 Kilmer Center School 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
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.
 Therapeutic Recreation Services- Summer Camp Open House
We welcome you and your family to join our open house to learn more about TRS summer camp programs for individuals with disabilities (ages: 5-22). Come take part in a variety of family friendly activities, talk to camp staff, and experience a taste of the fun we have during summertime!
- Photo Booth - Sensory Room - Arts & Crafts-
- Sensory Activities- Light Refreshments & Snacks -
- Summer Camp Info Session - And More!
Friday, March 22 6:30-8:00 PM
Jim Scott Community Center
3001 Vaden Drive, Fairfax, VA 22031
Click on this link to RSVP or call at 703-324-5532
🥁 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.
🎤 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.
Save the Date: Art and Music Show
Kilmer Center School will be holding our annual Art and Music show on Friday, May 17, 2024. Musical performances will be from 10-11 and the art exhibitions will be open 30 minutes before and after the performances. More details to come.
Save the Date: ESY
The dates for the 2024 sessions of Extended School Year services have been confirmed. Students will attend July 1 – July 26 (July 4-5 are holidays). Student hours are 7:45-10:45.
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March
March 25-29: Spring Break - No School for Students
April
April 1-2: No School for Students
April 10: Eid al-Fitr- No School for Students
April 11: TAFFY Presents-Country Currents Concert
April 14: TAFFY Presents- Antonio Rocha Assembly
April 15: Jill’s House/Kilmer Center Parent Support Group
2023-2024 School Year Calendar
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FCPS Cares
Do you know a Kilmer Center School employee who does ordinary things in an extraordinary way or goes beyond what is expected? If so, then click here to share with everyone.
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Kilmer Center School Amazon Wishlist
Click here for our Amazon Wishlist. This list was created to provide needed supplies to support our students at Kilmer Center School. Please feel free to share this list with family and friends.
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