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Reminder: October 3rd and 4th - Student Holidays
Thursday, October 3, is a holiday for all FCPS students and staff. . Schools and offices will be closed. SACC is open for students who are enrolled in the SACC program.
Friday, October 4, is a teacher workday and there will be no school for students.
Lifetouch Pictures are Ready and Available for Purchase
School pictures are ready!
To order, log in to your account on mylifetouch.com or create an account using your student's student ID number.
All families can also log on and order a FREE Digital SmileSafe card.
Click here for more information about the Smilesafe program.
National Custodian Appreciation Day - Oct 2
Join us in celebrating our amazing custodial staff on National Custodian Appreciation Day, Wednesday, October 2nd! Their hard work and dedication keep our school clean, safe, and comfortable for everyone. Let's show our gratitude for all they do. #CustodianAppreciation
Disability History and Awareness Month
In Virginia during October, Disability History and Awareness activities provide an opportunity to create greater public awareness for individuals with disabilities, with the goal of full inclusion in our community.
Principal Appreciation Month
Each October, we celebrate National Principals Month, a time to honor the exceptional leaders who make a profound impact on our schools. Principals are the heart and soul of our educational institutions, tirelessly working to create safe, supportive, and inspiring learning environments.
From setting academic standards to fostering a positive school culture, principals play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our students. Their dedication, vision, and unwavering commitment to excellence deserve our utmost recognition and gratitude.
Let's join together to express our appreciation to Principal, Ann Smith, for all that she does to support our students and staff.
Opportunity for Funding for Students on Waiver Waiting List
Beginning at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 15th, individuals on Virginia's Developmental Disability Waivers Waiting List (the Waitlist) will be able to access the IFSP-Funding Portal in WaMS to create and submit an application.
- First day to access, create, and submit the application: October 15th
at 9:00 a.m.
- Last day to submit an application: November 13th at 11:59 p.m.
Virtual Training Sessions:
To assist individuals and families with completing funding applications, IFSP staff will offer virtual
training sessions using ZoomGov. These trainings will provide a demonstration of how to access and navigate the IFSP-Funding Portal in WaMS, and provide an opportunity to submit questions to the IFSP staff.
Spaces are limited, so please save your spot and register using the link below: Wednesday, October 2nd at 1 p.m.
Thursday, October 10th at 10 a.m.
⚠️ IMPORTANT ⚠️
The application portal will be open for one month. Determinations no longer follow the previously established first-come, first-served approval process — so please take your time to apply! For more details on the Funding process and criteria, please review our Program Guidelines at https://mylifemycommunityvirginia.org/ifsp-funding.
Before you begin, here are a few reminders:
- To be eligible to apply, all applicants must be on the Developmental Disability Waiver Waiting List and be living in their own home, or in their family's home.
- ALL applicants in priorities 1, 2, and 3 will be able to apply at the same time. You will NOT need to know your priority status in order to apply.
- Please refer to the Program Guidelines for more information on how funding determinations are made.
- Applicants with a priority 1 waitlist status may apply for up to $1,000. Applicants with a priority 2 or priority 3 waitlist status may apply for up to $500.
To access the application, please: https://www.dbhds.virginia.gov/ifsponline
New Staff Feature- Akinbobola-Jackson
This week’s Key Center Staff Spotlight is on Christina Akinbobola-Jackson. Ms. Akinbobola-Jackson joined our staff this year as a teacher in our middle school’s 17-22 program. Learn more about Ms. Akinbobola-Jackson on our school’s website.
The 2023-30 Strategic Plan — Goal 4: Equitable Access to Opportunities
FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan sets five main goals to create positive change in the division. These goals show where we should focus our attention and will help us align our efforts.
The fourth goal ensures all students have the same access to opportunities, no matter what school they attend. This includes academics and other programs that inspire and engage students and allow them to explore their passions and talents. See how Goal 4 is being put into practice.
Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. Reid
Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid will host a series of Community Conversations this fall. She invites you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Click the dates below to register for any of the following conversations:
Events will take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.
Key Center PTA
If you haven’t already, please join and support the PTA. Our focus for this year centers on supporting the needs of our students and staff and also on bringing families in our community together more often. The Key Center PTA provides: Mini grants to teachers who need supplies or other items to help support our students; Funds for special needs equipment or other items that our students use at Key Center that are not funded by FCPS; resources to THANK Key Center staff/enhance morale with lunches, snacks, coffee, events; and a Staff Appreciation Week.
PTA Membership:
Key Center PTA Membership for Parents/Family
Key Center PTA Membership for Staff
PTA Donations:
Key Center PTA donations
Upcoming Dates:
 October 3 Rosh Hashanah - Student / Staff Holiday
October 4 Teacher Workday - Student Holiday
October 14 Staff Development Day - Student Holiday
October 31 End of 1st Quarter - 2 hour Early Release - 11:40am
November 1 Diwali - Student / Staff Holiday
November 4 School Planning Day- Student Holiday
November 5 Teacher Workday- Student Holiday
November 11 Veterans Day - Student / Staff Holiday
November 27-29 Thanksgiving Break
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