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Dear Parents,
We're excited to inform you that approved glasses have been secured for all students, ensuring a safe viewing experience during the upcoming solar eclipse. Our school recognizes the educational value of the celestial event and will be offering classes the option to participate in observing the eclipse.
Please rest assured that safety remains our top priority. If you have a concern or question regarding your child's participation, please reach out to your child's teacher. This is an optional activity.
Thank you for your continued support as we provide enriching educational experiences for our students.
Best regards
Linda Peace
Principal
 Solar Eclipse on April 8, 2024
It's a rare and exciting astronomical phenomenon and one that requires important safety reminders. Looking directly at the sun, even during an eclipse, can permanently damage your eyes.
Here's what you need to know:
Eclipse timing: The eclipse starts around 2:04 p.m., peaks at 3:20 p.m. (which coincides with dismissal for some students), and ends around 4:32 p.m. Please remind your child to be especially vigilant about eye safety during dismissal. If you have concerns about your child walking or riding the bus home, please arrange for alternative transportation.
 Month of the Military Child
Throughout the month of April, Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) will be honoring the invaluable contributions of military-connected youth with the Month of the Military Child and Purple Up! Day.
FCPS would like to express its gratitude to these unsung heroes. With approximately 14,000 military-connected students, FCPS recognizes the extraordinary strength military-connected students possess in order to navigate the military lifestyle. The resilience and courage of our military-connected youth does not go unnoticed, and their commitment to supporting their service member parents and guardians deserves the utmost admiration and respect.
As part of this month-long recognition, Keene Mill will celebrate Purple Up! on April 12, 2024. Schools and community members are encouraged to wear purple as a visible gesture of their appreciation and support for military-connected youth. In addition to Purple Up! Day, FCPS school communities are coming together to honor their military-connected students in meaningful and creative ways.
To connect with more FCPS resources, please email militaryfamilies@fcps.edu.
Kiss & Ride
Please remember that morning Kiss & Ride closes promptly at 9:15 am. The teachers and patrols who supervise Kiss & Ride need to be in class at 9:15 am. If you drive up to Kiss & Ride and the doors are closed, you must bring your child to the front office to check in and receive a tardy pass.
Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) School Health Services Internal Survey
The Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) employs school health aides and public health nurses who provide school health services to the students in Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS). To determine the quality of these services, a survey has been developed by the FCHD to be shared with all parents or guardians of FCPS students. Parents/guardians will be asked for feedback on the level of satisfaction with School Health services provided to the school community. The survey will be distributed electronically via FCPS This Week. The survey window is April 15 - April 26, 2024. Survey link: www.redcap.link/FCHDSchoolHealthSurvey.
Survey results will provide a basis for quality improvement of School Health services. The data-driven process is in alignment with the FCPS Strategic planning process, and the survey results will contribute positively to the FCPS Strategic Plan that reflects a shared consensus among stakeholders.
PTA News
 The deadline for ordering your 2023-24 yearbook is quickly approaching! Yearbooks can be ordered online at https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/ until Sunday, April 21.
Keene Mill Yearbook ID: 14606724
 IT'S BOOSTERTHON TIME!
The Kanga Boosterthon kicks off Thursday, April 11! All are invited to attend the Fun Run on Friday, April 19, and cheer on their student(s) as they run, walk, and have a great time during the high-energy, music-packed celebration on the field behind Keene Mill.
There will be a lot more information coming, but we wanted to let you know that you can REGISTER and SHARE NOW at http://mybooster.com. It takes less than 5 minutes to get ready for Boosterthon!
This is our annual (and only!) fundraiser for Keene Mill, and our goal is to raise $28,500 for classroom libraries, continued garden improvements, classroom rugs, continuing PTA initiatives, classroom supplies, and other school and PTA programs and events.
Mark Your Calendar
Monday, April 8-Solar Eclipse
Wednesday, April 10-No School, Eid-al-Fitr
Thursday, April 11-Wear Helping Games t-shirt 👕
Thursday, April 11-Chalk 4 Kindness
Thursday, April 11-PTA Boosterthon Kickoff, Picnic on the Playground, 6:00 pm
Friday, April 12-Purple Up Day! Wear purple to support military kids. 💜
Friday, April 19-Boosterthon Fun Run
Sunday, April 28-Pyramid Challenge
Friday, May 3-No School for Students
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