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 Impact Aid Forms were sent home today to families that have not completed the survey through ParentVUE. FCPS is asking all families to complete a Federal Impact Aid Survey as soon as possible. The form is also available in ParentVUE under Online Packets (in the upper right corner after logging in). Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important. Information from this survey resulted in more than $4 million in funding last year from the U.S. Department of Education. These funds are used to support all Fairfax County public schools and centers. For more information, please watch this video on Impact Aid and visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page.
Register for ParentVUE
Learn how to activate your SISParentVUE account, so you can easily submit your survey and have access to other helpful information about your child.
 Lifetouch will be at Key Center for picture retakes on November 15th. If your student missed picture day earlier in the fall, they will have a photo taken on this retake day.
 Key Center invites you to come to school and enjoy the FCPS Thanksgiving school luncheon with your student on November 21st. Please check your student’s backpack today for an order form- pre-orders are due by November 19th. The cost for each Thanksgiving meal is $4.75 (exact change preferred). Payment with cash is required. Student meal times may be slightly adjusted on the 21st, to accommodate this special lunch event. Your student’s actual mealtime will be shared by your classroom teacher once the schedule is finalized.
 As a reminder, FCPS has started the process of reviewing school boundaries across the division. This important work will help the district better support student population growth, changes in school capacity, and evolving community needs. Community input is vital to this process. With that in mind, FCPS, in partnership with Thru Consulting, will be hosting a series of community meetings in each of FCPS’ six regions. Participants are encouraged to share their thoughts, ask questions, and learn more about the boundary review process.
Please visit FCPS’ website for meeting dates, locations, and other information. Sign up for the School Boundary Review newsletter for updates.
The Arc of Northern Virginia will present to parents/caregivers on Tuesday, November 19th at 5:30 at our next PTA/Parent meeting. The presentation will cover special needs trusts and ABLEnow accounts. While we hope that you are able to attend in person, there will be a virtual (Zoom) attendance option. Please RSVP by emailing Michelle Peele at mcpeele@fcps.edu. If you are interested in this topic, but unable to attend the event (either in person or virtual), please email Ms. Peele with a request for information.
 Parents/caregivers, school staff, and students over the age of 14 are invited to attend an interactive event celebrating the individualized education program (IEP) process. The IEP Palooza and Community Resource Fair will take place on Saturday, November 16, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., at Jackson Middle School.
The event is sponsored by Fairfax County Special Education Parent Teacher Association (SEPTA). Activities include simulated IEP meetings, break-out sessions on the various parts of an IEP, and a resource fair to learn more about community supports. Register in advance.
 This event is for students with developmental and intellectual disabilities who will need continued support after they leave FCPS. Families will learn about supported employment options, day support programs, recreation/leisure activities, residential living options, travel training supports, advocacy, and funding.
The Moving on to Life in the Community resource fair will take place Wednesday, November 13, 6:30-8:30 p.m., in the cafeteria at Fairfax High School. Interpretation will be provided using Microsoft Translator on supported devices. Staff will be available to help participants as needed.
Fostering trusting partnerships with families is included in Pillar B of the FCPS Strategic Plan: Vibrant Home, School, and Community Partnerships.
 November 18, 2024 | 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Turning 18 is a big deal. An 18-year-old is legally considered an adult in Virginia and can make their own legal, financial, medical, and educational decisions. For some individuals with disabilities, this will not be an issue. Others may need support. This workshop, sponsored by PEATC, will share basic information about things that need to be considered as your loved one turns 18. For more information, access the PEATC website.
 Understanding public and private health insurance options for your child with specific health care needs can be difficult. They may be eligible for both, and you may have to choose between them. This online workshop, sponsored by the Pacer Center, will explore the differences in these options, share eligibility requirements, and provide additional resources for those that are not eligible for medical assistance.
Date: December 11, 2024
TIme: 7 - 8 p.m.
Register now on the Pacer Center website.
 Students with sensory disabilities require specialized services and support to access instruction that is typically presented visually and auditorily (by means of hearing). FCPS provides educational services to students who are deaf, hearing-impaired, or visually impaired. They are supported in various settings, including at their school or through itinerant specialists who travel to different schools to work with students, rather than being based in a single school. Learn more about Services for Students Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing and Services for Students Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired.
Visit the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) website for Resources for Serving Students with Sensory Disabilities.
 National School Psychology Week, observed this year during the week of November 11-15, is a time to acknowledge the vital role that school psychologists play in fostering positive mental health and academic success. We appreciate our school psychologist, Ted Tynan, who works to support our students' social, emotional, and academic well-being. Mr. Tynan helps create a positive and nurturing learning environment for all. We are grateful for the difference that school psychologists make in the lives of students.
 The Key Center community is invited to join our team in GOING FOR THE COLD to benefit Virginia Special Olympics and Key Center School. Our team will be participating in the Mosaic Polar Plunge on January 25th, 2025. Key Center School will receive 50% of the funds raised by the Key Center Team. In the fundraising world, this is a very good percentage! We are inviting Key Center staff, families, and community partners to join the Key Center Rockets Polar Plunge Team!
Got cold feet? If you don’t want to join in the fun with our team, please consider sponsoring one of our team members at the team link above. Thanks!❄️🧊🚀
 Topic: Prioritizing Skills to Teach at Home
November 13th, 2024
7:00 pm-8:30 pm
Virtual https://meet.google.com/vio-pmnq-dzo
 Meetings provide a forum to share resources, ask questions, and be surrounded and supported by families who understand the thrills and challenges of navigating life after leaving school.
Date: Saturday, November 16, 2024
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 noon
Click here to register here
 Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center (PEATC) Presents: Self Care – Refilling My Bucket
Join us for a special 15-minute session focused on the importance of self-care. Take this opportunity to give yourself a “gift” by taking a moment to refill your own bucket. To view session dates and register, please visit the PEATC website.
November: National Family Engagement Month!
Mark your calendars for National Family Engagement Day on November 21, 2024. We encourage you to visit the Family Academy website for valuable resources and support to enhance your child's learning journey. Check out PEATC’s interactive calendar for additional resources available throughout the month!
 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
 November 27-29 Thanksgiving Break
December 23-January 5 Winter Break
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