Key Middle School Families

Important Dates:

• May 3: Teacher Workday - No School for Students
• May 6 - 10: Teacher Appreciation Week
• May 9: Mentor/Mentee Kickball Game After-School

May: 

• Jewish American Heritage Month
• Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month
• National Water Safety Month
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Let's all be kind to one another.

Devices Away for the Day With SOL exams beginning next week, we wanted to revisit the Key MS personal electronic device policy. Key MS follows the FCPS guideline that personal electronic devices are “away for the day,” meaning students should not be using them at all during the school day. All students are provided with lockers, and we encourage students to store their personal devices in their lockers. At a minimum, we ask that devices be stowed away and silent during the day. This is especially important in testing locations, but it applies to all environments at Key, including non-instructional settings like the halls, cafeteria, bathrooms, and recess locations. If staff notice students using phones or other devices, they are reminded of the expectation and asked to put them away. Repeated infractions can result in the phone being confiscated for the day, parent communication, and even disciplinary consequences. Please speak with your Key MS student about appropriate device use during the school day! Drew Campbell Principal | Key Middle School 703-313-3900 Follow me on Twitter!

Spanish for Heritage Speakers Poetry 

Thank you to Mrs. Stiglich and our Spanish for Heritage Speakers students for sharing their wonderful and creative poetry.

Summer Extravaganza

☀️🍧🎟️ Join us June 1 for FREE face painting, food, music, a moon bounce, a petting zoo, and more family fun at the FCPS Summer Extravaganza!

Saturday, June 1, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.Woodson High SchoolCome for learning activities, tips, and helpful information for families from local businesses and organizations including Fairfax County Public Library, Fairfax County Park Authority, and Neighborhood Community Services. Find out more and register: www.fcps.edu/SummerExtravaganza 

☀️ Save the Date for FCPS’ Summer Extravaganza

Don’t miss a day of family fun and learning at the FCPS Summer Extravaganza! 

Stop by Woodson High School on Saturday, June 1, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., where students will be able to take part in engaging educational activities designed to spark curiosity and inspire growth. 

Representatives from local businesses, Fairfax County Public Library, and the Fairfax County Park Authority are participating in the Summer Extravaganza. Community organizations, such as Neighborhood Community Services, will be at the event as well. All will have learning activities, tips, and helpful information for families. Enjoy face painting, food, music, a moon bounce, a petting zoo, storytime, and student performances — all at no cost!

Visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage for more details and register to attend. Registration is not required, but it's helpful for planning purposes.

☀️ Guarde la Fecha para un evento de FCPS Un Verano Extraordinario 

¡No se pierda un día de diversión familiar y aprendizaje en el Un Verano Extraordinario de FCPS!

Venga a la Escuela Secundaria Woodson el sábado, 1 de junio, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., donde los estudiantes podrán participar en actividades educativas diseñadas para despertar la curiosidad e inspirar el crecimiento. 

Representantes de empresas locales, de la Biblioteca Pública del Condado de Fairfax y de la Autoridad de Parques del Condado de Fairfax participan en el Verano Extraordinario. Todos tendrán actividades de aprendizaje, consejos e información útil para las familias. Disfrute pintándose la cara, comiendo, escuchando música, brincolines, un zoológico de mascotas, cuentacuentos y actuaciones de estudiantes, ¡todo gratis!

Visite la página web Un Verano Extraordinario para obtener más información e inscribirse. La inscripción no es obligatoria, pero es útil para poder planificar.

☀️ FCPS 여름 가족 축제 날짜 미리 저장해 놓기

가족과 함께 즐기고 배우는 하루의 시간을 놓치지 마세요!

6월 1일 토요일 오전 9시 30분부터 오후 2시 30분까지 Woodson 고등학교에 오시면 학생들의 호기심을 자극하고 성장에 영감을 주는 교육 활동에 참여할 수 있습니다. 

지역 기업, 페어팩스 카운티 공립 도서관, 페어팩스 카운티 공원 관리청의 담당자들이 여름 가족 축제에 참여합니다. 인근 지역사회 서비스와 같은 커뮤니티 단체도 행사에 참여합니다. 모두 가족을 위한 학습 활동, 팁, 유익한 정보를 제공할 예정입니다. 페이스 페인팅, 음식, 음악, 문 바운스, 동물 교감, 스토리타임, 학생 공연 등을 모두 무료로 즐길 수 있습니다!

여름 가족 축제 웹페이지에서 자세한 내용을 확인하시고 참가 등록을 완료하세요. 등록이 필수는 아니지만 저희가 계획을 세우는 데 큰 도움이 됩니다.

Required Immunizations

• 🩹 Required Immunizations for Rising 7th and 12th Graders

Immunizations are required for all students entering 7th and 12th grades this fall. Visit the FCPS immunization webpage to learn about the required vaccines.  Caregivers should ask their private healthcare provider or the health department to review their student's immunization record to ensure that their student has received these required immunizations. 

It is important to schedule immunizations early in the summer, as seventh grade students must submit documentation of the Tdap and Meningococcal vaccines before they begin school in August. Twelfth grade students must submit documentation of the Meningococcal vaccine. Get more information on all student immunization requirements.

• Spanish: 🩹 Vacunas obligatorias para los que ingresan al 7º y 12º grado

Las vacunas son obligatorias para todos los estudiantes que entrarán a los grados 7 y 12 este otoño. Visite la página web de inmunización de FCPS para aprender sobre las vacunas requeridas.  

Los cuidadores deben pedir a su proveedor de atención médica privado o al departamento de salud que revise el registro de vacunación de su estudiante para asegurarse de que su estudiante ha recibido estas vacunas requeridas. 

Es importante programar las vacunas a principios del verano, ya que los estudiantes de séptimo grado deben presentar la documentación de las vacunas Tdap y Meningocócica antes de comenzar la escuela en agosto. Los estudiantes de duodécimo grado deben presentar la documentación de la vacuna antimeningocócica.

Obtenga más información sobre todos los requisitos de vacunación de los estudiantes.

• Korean:7학년 및 12학년 신입생을 위한 필수 예방접종

올 가을 7학년과 12학년에 입학하는 모든 학생은 필수 예방접종을 받아야 합니다. 필수 예방접종에 대해 알아보려면 FCPS의 예방접종 웹페이지를 방문하세요.  

보호자는 개인 의료 서비스 제공자나 보건부에 학생의 예방접종 기록을 검토하여 학생이 필수 예방접종을 받았는지 확인하도록 요청해야 합니다. 

7학년 학생은 8월에 학교를 시작하기 전에 Tdap 및 Meningococcal vaccine에 대한 서류를 제출해야 하므로 여름에 일찍 예방 접종 일정을 잡는 것이 중요합니다. 12학년 학생은 Meningococcal vaccine에 대한 서류를 제출해야 합니다.

모든 학생 예방접종 요건에 대한 자세한 정보를 확인하세요.

Ombuds

• 📞 FCPS Ombuds Provides Confidential GuidanceThe Office of the Ombuds engages with families, students, and staff to offer resources and improve the experience of each and every member of the FCPS community. They work as an independent confidential resource to help get answers to questions, offer options to resolve concerns, and hear complaints regarding FCPS matters.  

Anyone seeking assistance from the Office of the Ombuds may call 571-423-4014, email ombuds@fcps.edu, visit their webpage, or submit a question. Ombuds staff do not change or make decisions, policies, or regulations; take sides; or provide legal advice.

• 📞 La Oficina del " Ombuds" de FCPS Ofrece Orientación Confidencial

La Oficina del Ombuds se compromete con las familias, los estudiantes y el personal para ofrecer recursos y mejorar la experiencia de todos y cada uno de los miembros de la comunidad de FCPS. Trabajan como un recurso confidencial independiente para ayudar a obtener respuestas a preguntas, ofrecer opciones para resolver inquietudes y escuchar quejas relacionadas con asuntos de FCPS.  

Cualquier persona que busque ayuda de la Oficina del Ombuds puede llamar al 571-423-4014, enviar un correo electrónico a ombuds@fcps.edu, o visitar su página web, donde puede Enviar una Pregunta. El personal del Ombuds no cambia ni toma decisiones, políticas o reglamentos; no toma partido ni proporciona asesoría legal.

• Korean: 📞  FCPS 옴부즈, 비밀 유지 가이드

옴부즈실은 가족, 학생, 교직원과 협력하여 자원을 제공하고 FCPS 커뮤니티의 모든 구성원의 경험을 개선합니다. 독립적이고 비밀이 보장되는 부서로서 질의 답변, 문제 해결을 위한 옵션 제공, FCPS 문제에 관한 민원 사항을 접수합니다.  

옴부즈실의 도움이 필요한 사람은 571-423-4014로 전화하거나 이메일 ombuds@fcps.edu로 문의하거나 웹페이지를 방문하여 질문을 제출할 수 있습니다. 옴부즈 직원은 결정, 정책 또는 규정을 변경하거나 만들거나, 어느 한 편을 들거나, 법률 자문을 제공하지 않습니다.

Multilingual Phone Lines

• ☎️ Parent Information Phone Lines Available in Eight LanguagesParents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.

• ☎️ Línea Telefónica de Información para Padres Disponible en Ocho IdiomasPadres/cuidadores que hablan Amárico, Árabe, Chino, Farsi, Coreano, Español, Urdu o Vietnamita pueden llamar a una línea telefónica de información para obtener información general sobre FCPS.  Vea la lista de números de teléfono.
• ☎️  학부모 정보 전화는 8가지 언어로 제공됩니다.암하라어, 아랍어, 중국어, 페르시아어, 한국어, 스페인어, 우르두어, 베트남어를 할 줄 아는 보호자는 전화 안내 라인에 전화하여 FCPS에 대한 일반적인 정보를 얻을 수 있습니다. 또한 자녀의 학교와의 의사소통에 대한 지원도 받을 수 있습니다. 전화번호 목록 보기.

FCPS Summer Arts Camp

☀️🎭🎶 FCPS SUMMER ARTS CAMP: Sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create at the Institute for the Arts (IFTA) summer camp! Program is open to any student enrolled in grades 6-11 during the 2023-24 school year. Choose from nearly 60 classes. Check out the options, dates, and details: https://bit.ly/3TZum6S

• Summer Arts Camp
• Don’t miss out on this summer’s most exciting arts enrichment program! The Institute for the Arts camp is for students currently in grade 6-11. Students design their own schedules and select from art, music, theater, and dance classes. Learn more on the IFTA webpage. Email IFTA@fcps.edu with any questions.
• Campamento artístico de verano
• No te pierdas el programa de enriquecimiento artístico más divertido de este verano. El campamento del Instituto de las Artes está dirigido a estudiantes de 6º a 11º grado. Los estudiantes diseñan sus propios horarios y eligen entre clases de arte, música, teatro y baile. Más información en la página web del IFTA. Envíe un correo electrónico a IFTA@fcps.edu con cualquier pregunta. 

• 여름 종합예술 캠프
• 올여름 가장 흥미진진한 종합 예술 프로그램을 놓치지 마세요! 이 예술 캠프는 6~11학년 학생을 대상으로 하는 프로그램입니다. 학생들은 자신의 일정을 직접 설계하고 미술, 음악, 연극, 댄스 수업 중에 선택합니다. IFTA 웹페이지에서 자세히 알아보세요. 궁금한 점이 있으면 이메일(IFTA@fcps.edu)로 문의하세요.  

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

Track Meet Schedule

• All meets will be from 7:30 am to 1:30 pm on Saturdays at different high schools. The meets follow the schedule below:

• • May 11th @ Centreville High School
    • We will meet at Key Middle School to take a bus over. Bus leaves at 6:45 am.
    • We need a volunteer to help.

Drivers Wanted Fairfax County Public Schools Needs School Bus Drivers to Meet Our Growing Requirements. School Bus Drivers earn $25.04/hour plus excellent benefits. $2,000 signing bonus! For more information call 571-423-3023

Ride for Free! Ride Fairfax Connector for FREE! Key Center, John R. Lewis High School, Francis Scott Key Middle (youtube.com)

Middle School Start Times - Virtual Date Added! 

⏰ Community Forums on Middle School Start Times

FCPS is exploring options for adjusting middle school start times and invites the public to be part of the process. All forums will deliver the same presentation and provide the same feedback opportunities. Register for an in-person forum by clicking on one of the following dates: 

• 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.

A virtual forum will be held on Monday, May 13, 6:30-8 p.m. That registration link will be available soon.

While registration is not required, it does help with planning. Language interpretation and childcare will be provided. Learn more about the project exploring middle school start times.  

⏰ Foros Comunitarios sobre el Horario de Entrada a la Escuela Intermedia

FCPS está explorando opciones para ajustar los horarios de inicio de las escuelas intermedias e invita al público a ser parte del proceso. Todos los foros tendrán la misma presentación y proveerán las mismas oportunidades de retroalimentación. Inscríbase para un foro en persona haciendo clic en una de las siguientes fechas:

• Lunes 29 de abril, de 6 a 8 de la tarde, en la Escuela Secundaria de Glasgow. 
• Lunes 6 de mayo, de 6 a 8 de la tarde, en la Escuela Secundaria de Whitman.
• Lunes, 20 de mayo, 6-8 p.m., en la Escuela Secundaria de Hughes.
• Miércoles, 22 de mayo, 6-8 p.m., en la Escuela Secundaria de Frost.

El lunes 13 de mayo, de 6:30 a 8:00 p. m., se ofrecerá un foro virtual en el que pronto estará disponible el enlace de inscripción.

Aunque la inscripción no es obligatoria, facilita la planificación. Habrá servicio de interpretación y cuidado de niños. Aprenda más sobre este proyecto que está analizando los horarios de inicio de las escuelas intermedias. 

중학교 등교 시간에 관한 지역사회 포럼 일정

FCPS는 중학교 등교 시간 조정에 대한 여러 방안을 모색하고 있으며 대중을 이 과정에 참여하도록 초대합니다. 모든 포럼은 동일한 프레젠테이션을 제공하고 동일한 피드백 기회를 제공합니다. 다음 날짜 중 하나를 클릭하여 오프라인 포럼에 등록하세요: 

• 4월 29일 월요일, 오후 6-8시, Glasgow 중학교
• 5월 6일 월요일, 오후 6-8시, Whitman 중학교
• 5월 20일 월요일, 오후 6-8시 Hughes 중학교
• 5월 22일 수요일, 오후 6-8시 Frost 중학교

온라인 포럼은 5월 13일 월요일 오후 6시 30분부터 8시까지 열리며, 등록 링크는 곧 제공될 예정입니다.

등록이 필수는 아니지만 계획을 세우는 데 도움이 됩니다. 통역 및 아이 돌봄 서비스가 제공됩니다. 중학교 등교 시간 조정 프로젝트에 대해 자세히 알아보세요.  

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.

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:

• 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:

• 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:

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.

FCPS News In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics: FCPS Summer Extravaganza Required Immunizations for Rising 7th and 12th Graders No-Cost Virtual Therapy for High School Students Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.

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