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Please remind your child to bring a fully charged laptop to school every day! We have limited loaners and students should use the laptop and charger assigned to them.
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Make sure you’re following us on Facebook and Instagram to see pictures and videos from our events!
in this issue:
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February 26 - Parent Academy (see more details below)
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February 27 - AVID Students Field Trip (7th & 8th)
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February 28 - Digital Detox Day (ODD Day)
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March 3 - Digital Detox Day (EVEN Day)
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March 7 - KJMS Dance (After School) - 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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March 12 - Orchestra Performance - 6:30 PM - KJMS Auditorium
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March 18 - Spring Picture Day - Pre-orders only (ODD Day)
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March 19 - Spring Picture Day - Pre-orders only (EVEN Day)
- March 28 - End of 3rd Quarter
- March 31 - No School, Eid-al-Fitr
- April 1 - Student Holiday, Teacher Workday
- April 14-18 - Spring Break
Good afternoon, KJMS Families,
I hope you can join us for our Parent Academy virtual meeting on Wednesday, February 26. Our topic will be safe use of social media. We have our Digital Detox spirit week next week, we look forward to seeing the creativity of our students. Congratulations to the following groups of students:
- Congratulations to our Science Olympiad team for winning the regional championship and qualifying for the state tournament!
- Congratulations to our boys futsal team for winning the Western Fairfax Futsal League championship!
- Congratulations to our girls futsal team for finishing second in the Western Fairfax Futsal League!
Enjoy the weekend,
Chris Smith
Principal - Katherine Johnson MS
Use FCPS Cares to recognize any of our staff members
Date: February 13 - February 23
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00AM
Location: Fairfax Location
11963 Fair Oaks Shopping Center or
online: lazydogrestaurants.com
Coupon Code: 01Fairfax
15% of total bill will be donated back to KJMS
 Going in person? Print this flyer, give it to your server.
Ordering takeout? Just visit lazydogrestaurants.com, select the participating location noted below, and enter the coupon code - 01Fairfax
 Monday
Social Media Day - Dress as your favorite app.
Tuesday
Dress Like Steve Jobs - wear jeans & a black shirt like the co-found of Apple
Wednesday
Party Like It's 1998 - Wear your 90s gear to remember the year Google was invented
Thursday
Gamer Day - Dress like a video game character
Friday
The Digital Divide: iPhone vs. Android - Team iPhone wear blue AND Team Android wear green.
Digital Detox days is to promote healthy technology habits and encourage meaningful learning experiences, we will be holding two "Digital Detox Days" on February 28th and March 3rd. On these days, all classroom activities will be conducted without the use of student laptops. Students may still bring their laptops to school if they need to use it for after-school activities, but they will remain in their backpacks during the school day. We recognize that our students spend a significant amount of time interacting with technology. These Digital Detox Days aim to:
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Inspire good Digital Citizenship: By stepping away from screens, students will gain a deeper appreciation for the balance between technology and offline activities.
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Reinforce offline learning: These days will remind us that technology is a tool, and meaningful learning can still be achieved through traditional methods like discussions, hands-on activities, and creative projects.
We believe these days will be a valuable opportunity for both students and teachers to explore alternative learning approaches and foster a deeper connection with their studies!
Questions – email Kelsea Owens (kfowens@fcps.edu)
Although the deadline is next year in April, why not order it now? One less thing to worry about, and you'll be guaranteed a copy. Plus, only a few extras will be ordered, so the earlier you order, the better your chances of getting one.
Hardcover yearbook cost $25
Deadline: April 18, 2025
Yearbook Order Form
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Pre-order at mylifetouch.com using your child's student ID or
Picture day ID: EVT3BTMKG.
Deadline to pre-order pictures will be Monday, March 17 at 2:00 PM
 Students who enrolled after October 25, 2024, will have an opportunity on theses days to have their picture taken for the yearbook.
Join the PTA
KJMS PTA webpage
Contact KJMS PTA (email)
Talking With Teens About Fentanyl
Teens skip things that don't interest them, including lectures from their parents. But young people die from fentanyl overdoses in Fairfax County each year — so it's important to have short, impactful talks with your teen, whether or not you think they’re at risk.
As a parent or caregiver, you have the power to become “unskippable” and talk with your teen in a way they will listen.
See our tips for talking with your teen about fentanyl and other difficult subjects. Watch this video to learn more about becoming unskippable.
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for February 28 - March 28
Thanks to a new program from the Virginia Department of Education, students who are fasting during the school day between February 28 and March 28 can now take school meal kits home at the end of the day.Families will need to fill out a weekly Fasting Meals Request Form for their child or children to receive school meal kits. A separate form must be filled out for each week and each student.To receive meal kits for Friday, February 28, and the week of March 3, please submit the first request form by Monday, February 24. Visit the FNS webpage for more information, including weekly request forms and deadlines.
Supporting Academic Growth and Algebra by Eighth Grade
The FCPS Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Proposed Budget invests in academic growth and excellence for each and every student, which is one of the priorities of the FCPS Strategic Plan.
Since the 2023-24 school year, FCPS has seen a 9.5% increase in eighth graders taking Algebra I or more advanced math and a 6.8% increase in fifth graders in advanced math.
Studies show that students who complete algebra in middle school have more opportunities to take advanced math and science courses in high school. This can open up new academic paths for students! Watch a video that shows why eighth grade algebra matters.
Learn more about the FCPS FY 2026 Proposed Budget.
FCPS is partnering with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra learning resources. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors’ services at no cost, including weekly live online classes; on-demand 24/7 chat tutoring; essay editing; and study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests. Learn more about online tutoring with Varsity Tutors.
Join the National Education Association (NEA) for an unforgettable afternoon as it celebrates the power of literature, education, and music.
You Are Cordially Invited To a Read Across America Celebration
Honoring Kwame Alexander's "The Crossover": A Jazz-Infused Event!
Featuring Special Guests, Food, Fun, Music, Giveaways, and Books
Date: Sunday, March 2nd
Time: Starts at 2:30 PM
Location: Langston Hughes Middle School,
11401 Ridge Heights Rd., Reston, VA 20191
Each winter, Career and Transition Services (CTS) sponsors a transition-focused community event geared towards elementary/middle school students and their families. This event focuses on planning for high school options for special education students, as well as supports available for these students after they exit the school system. Below are event details:
Middle School Transition Fair
Future Planning for Elementary and Middle School Students in Special Education
For families, caregivers, and educators of students receiving special education services.
March 12, 2025 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Luther Jackson Middle School 3020 Gallows Road Falls Church, Virginia 22042
Join Career and Transition Services (CTS) to learn about planning for life in and after high school!
It’s never too early or too late to start preparing for your future. We want to help you start planning for a successful transition from school to life as a young adult. Ensuring postsecondary success of our students with disabilities is dependent on what is known as transition planning. Please join CTS and other support service personnel for an evening focused on planning for the future.
You will have the opportunity to meet and ask questions of representatives from CTS programs and services for students with disabilities, as well as learn about short and long-term postsecondary supports, employment, postsecondary education considerations, Supported Decision Making, and student self-determination as an evidence-based predictor of post school success.
This event also includes two speakers who will discuss IEP transition planning, special education services, and postsecondary options for younger students as they navigate FCPS and plan for their future. A questions/answer session will follow.
Click here to register: http://bit.ly/3Cjke4b
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
- Middle School Start Times
- New Lunch Items
- Talking to Teens About Tough Topics
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
If you need to contact one of our parent liaisons, Ana Maxey (Mon.- Fri.) or Jennie Choi (Tues. & Wed.), please call 703-934-2454 and leave a message with your name, your student's name and phone number. You may also contact them via email: Ana Maxey at ajmaxey@fcps.edu or Jennie Choi at jchoi4@fcps.edu
Family Resource Center
The Family Resource Center (PRC) offers free workshops (webinars), consultations, a lending library, and resources to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities.
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FCPS Cares
Do you want to celebrate a Katherine Johnson employee who does ordinary things in an extraordinary way, or goes beyond what is expected? If so, then click here to share with everyone.
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Stay in Touch with Us
Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS.
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