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Memorial Day- No School May 27th
All schools and offices will be closed on Monday, May 27, for the Memorial Day holiday. Learn about the history of Memorial Day.
Reminder - Graduation May 30, 2024 Early Release for Key Center Students
Key Center’s 2024 graduation ceremony will take place on May 30, 2024 at 12:30 in the Key Center gymnasium. Students will be released early (10:30AM) on graduation day. Please make plans for this early release day.
PTA Meeting- Thursday, May 23rd, 5:00-6:30, Board Positions Open
Please plan to join us tomorrow, Thursday, May 23rd from 5:00-6:30, for the final PTA meeting of the school year. Dinner will be provided at this meeting and students are welcome to attend with their families. Please RSVP to let us know that you plan to attend.
The main item of business is to vote in the new Key Center PTA Board. The Slate of Officers is:
Secretary: Lalin Courtney
Treasurer: Cecilia Allen
The Key Center Nominating Committee is still looking to finalize two positions on the PTA board: President and Vice President. If interested, please reach out to Cecilia Allen at cecilia.allen@att.com or via phone 301-646-7447. Join a great team and work together to support the Key Center Staff and Students.
Science Fair 2024 Was a Great Success!
Key Center School was abuzz with scientific discovery this past week at the annual Science Fair! Every class participated, creating fantastic projects and informative boards showcasing their findings. Each class visited the Science Fair and students voted for their favorite projects. Congratulations to the students of Ms. Edmondson and Ms. Ganley for their winning project- Magnetic Cereal!
May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month
May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. At Key Center we are lucky to have a team of three Adapted Physical Education teachers who support our students’ physical fitness needs. Adapted Physical Education (APE) is an approach to physical education that is tailored to meet the individual needs of students with disabilities. APE programs provide specialized instruction and modifications to traditional physical education activities to help students with disabilities improve their physical fitness, motor skills, and cognitive abilities. The goal of APE is to ensure that all students, regardless of their abilities, have the opportunity to participate in physical activities and develop lifelong habits of physical fitness and well-being. By providing adaptive equipment and teaching strategies, APE programs aim to remove barriers to participation and help students with disabilities achieve success in physical education. Many thanks to our wonderful Adapted PE Team: Sean Ganley, Greg Hoobchaack, and Mike Reish!
Student Bus Passes Offer Free Transportation All Year
All Fairfax County middle and high school students can get a Student Bus Pass SmarTrip card to ride the Fairfax Connector and Fairfax CUE buses for free! With the pass, fares are free from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week, all year. Learn more about the Student Pass. Complete the application and return it to your school office. Students at Justice, Annandale, Falls Church, and Marshall high schools, and Davis Center can ride Metrobus for free, in addition to the Fairfax Connector and City of Fairfax CUE. Visit the Fairfax County website for details and approved Metrobus routes. Complete the application and return it to your school office. Children 12 and younger ride for free on the Fairfax Connector with a paying adult.
Developmental Disability (DD) Waiver
Virginia is in the process of expanding funding to provide services for those individuals on the Medicaid Home and Community-Based Developmental Disability (DD) Waiver (often referred to as DD Waivers) Priority One Wait List. The goal is to provide significantly more waiver slots for Virginians with developmental disability so that they can receive services and supports to improve their and their families’ lives and wellbeing.
Attend a community orientation for individuals and their families to gain a deeper understanding of how to navigate the DD Waiver process.
Attend an information session:
What to Expect When Allocated a Developmental Disabilities Waiver May 30, 2024 at 11:00 am
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.
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
May 27 Memorial Day Holiday, No School
May 30 Graduation - All students not graduating will dismiss at 10:30am
June 12 Last Day of School - 2 hour Early Release - 11:50am
2023-24 FCPS School Calendar
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