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Important Dates:
- April 1: Teacher Workday - No School for Students
- April 2: Students Return to School
- April 14 - 18: **Spring Break** No School
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April:
- Earth Month
- National Poetry Month
- April 20 - Easter Sunday
Let's all be kind to one another.
Campbell's Corner
Greetings Key Families,
Congratulations on reaching the end of the third quarter! I am proud of our students’ hard work and effort this quarter and am excited to celebrate their successes! In the coming weeks, we will begin preparing students for their SOL exams and other end-of-year assessments, so please be on the lookout for communications from your student’s teachers about opportunities for additional support.
As you knw, Monday was a student and staff holiday and Tuesday is a teacher workday and student holiday, so students will return to Key MS on Wednesday, April 2. To those families who celebrated Eid on Monday, on behalf of the Key MS community, Eid Mubarak!
Sincerely,
Drew Campbell
Principal
Key MS
Cat B Student Play Performance
 Thank you to our Cat B students and Theatre teacher, Ms. Promisel, for putting on a wonderful stage performance.
King Arthur Flour Visits Key MS
 Key MS Family & Consumer Sciences department hosted a King Arthur Flour presentation that focused on the science of bread making for the entire 7th grade class.
This was the start of "Bread Building Bridges".
King Arthur flour not only teaches students how to make bread, but also provided students with a kit to make their own bread which is in turn shared with the surrounding community in need. The art of breadmaking transcends cultural and social barriers fostering connections between people with differing skill sets, opinions and backgrounds.
Following the presentation all 7th graders received a bag of supplies to make the bread recipe that had been demonstrated. The loaves of bread were to be shared with their community.
Spring SOL Sprouts:
Cultivating Academic Excellence
We are excited to share a special four-day learning opportunity for students called Spring SOL Sprouts: Cultivating Academic Excellence! This educational program, offered during Spring Break (April 14, 15, 16, and 17) is designed to provide additional learning opportunities for students and helps prepare them for upcoming SOL exams.
Spring SOL Sprouts: Cultivating Academic Excellence! plants the seeds for academic growth by offering focused instruction and targeted practice to ensure your child is fully prepared for SOLs. Students will receive learning opportunities with expert teachers, proven strategies, and a supportive learning environment. Breakfast and lunch will be provided every day.
Program Details:
Dates: Monday, April 14, 2025 - Thursday, April 17, 2025
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (tentative)
Location: Key MS
If you would like your student to participate in Spring SOL Sprouts: Cultivating Academic Excellence!, please complete this form by Friday, March 28, 2025: https://forms.gle/8L2vQo47ton5VREN9
School Start Times Survey
⏰ Coming Soon: School Start Times Survey
Last year, FCPS held community forums and surveyed middle school families regarding middle school start times. Now, we would like to hear from all staff and families on the possibility of adjusting school start times across the division. The goal remains to begin middle school at 8 a.m. or later at the start of the 2026-27 school year.
On April 1, a survey link will be sent by email to staff, parents/caregivers, and students in grades 5-12. The confidential survey will be open for two weeks and will be available in multiple languages.
⏰ Pronto: Encuesta sobre el Horario de Inicio a la Escuela
El año pasado, las FCPS realizaron reuniones con la comunidad y encuestaron a las familias de estudiantes en escuela intermedia acerca de las horas de inicio de clases.
Ahora, nos gustaría saber qué piensa todo el personal y las familias acerca de la posibilidad de ajustar la hora de inicio de clases, ¡para toda la división! Mantenemos en pie la meta de comenzar las clases de las escuelas intermedias a las 8 a.m. o más tarde, a partir del año escolar 2026-2027.
El 1 de abril se enviará por correo electrónico un enlace a la encuesta al personal, a los padres/cuidadores y a los estudiantes de los grados 5º a 12º. La encuesta confidencial estará abierta durante dos semanas.
Summer Extravaganza
☀️ Save the Date for the FCPS Summer Extravaganza
Discover summer learning and activities available in Fairfax County!
Attend the FCPS Summer Extravaganza on Saturday, May 10, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., at Woodson High School and get a jump on summer learning. At this free event, participants can engage in educational and enrichment activities designed to inspire curiosity and growth.
Activities will include student performances, story time, a moon bounce, and face painting. For more information, visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage.
☀️ Anote en su calendario nuestra “Summer Extravaganza” de las FCPS
¡Descubra cuáles cursos y actividades de verano están disponibles en el Condado de Fairfax!
Acompáñenos en nuestro evento “Summer Extravaganza” o Fiesta de Verano, el sábado 10 de mayo de 10 a.m. a 2:30 p.m., en la Escuela Secundaria Woodson, y salte adelante de las clases de verano. Este evento es gratuito y los asistentes podrán participar en actividades educacionales y enriquecedoras, diseñadas para despertar la curiosidad y propiciar el crecimiento personal.
Entre las actividades planeadas están presentaciones de propios estudiantes, cuentacuentos, castillos inflables y pintacaritas. Para encontrar más información, visite la página web de la Summer Extravaganza.
Superintendent Conversations
Dr. Reid values the community and employee input and looks forward to their participation in these events.
Employee Conversations
Community Conversations:
🎤 Save the Date: Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid
Your voice matters, and Superintendent Reid wants to hear from you! Share your thoughts and ask questions regarding FCPS on [Insert date and location] from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Click on a date to register. Registration is not required but is encouraged for planning purposes.
Childcare and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all. Find out about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid.
🎤 Reserve el Día: Conversaciones con la Comunidad de la Superintendente Dra. Michelle Reid
¡Su opinión es importante y la Superintendente Reid quiere escucharle! Comparta sus ideas y haga preguntas sobre FCPS el [Insert date and location] entre las 6:30 y las 7:30 pm. Haga clic en la fecha para registrarse. La inscripción no es requerida pero se recomienda para ayudarnos a planificar.
Servicios de cuidado de niño y de interpretación en otros idiomas estarán disponibles. Estos eventos son para todo el público en general. Encuentre otras oportunidades para conectarse con la Dra. Reid.
The registration link for the LHS Girls Basketball Camp is linked here.
Community Conversations
🎤 Save the Date: Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. Reid
Your voice matters, and Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid wants to hear from you! Share your thoughts and ask questions regarding FCPS on Tuesday, April 1, Lorton Station Elementary School from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Childcare and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all. Find out about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid.
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Spanish:🎤 Reserve el Día: Conversaciones con la Comunidad de la Superintendente Dra. Reid
¡Su opinión es importante y la Superintendente Dra. Michell Reid quiere escucharle! Comparta sus ideas y haga preguntas sobre FCPS el Tuesday, April 1, Lorton Station Elementary School entre las 6:30 y las 7:30 pm.
Servicios de cuidado de niño y de interpretación en otros idiomas estarán disponibles. Estos eventos son para todo el público en general. Encuentre otras oportunidades para conectarse con la Dra. Reid.
Want to Join the Track and Field Team?
Our spring track season is coming quickly.
We will start with some pre season practices on Mondays from 2:40 - 4:30 starting March 3. Your student must be registered for the season and turn in a sports physical before participating.
The first official practice will be on Wednesday, April 2 at 2:40 pm. Practices will be held every Monday and Wednesday from 2:40-4:30 pm, throughout the season. Students will be able to ride the late bus at 4:30 pm if needed.
Our meets (races) will be held on Saturdays from April 26th to May 31st.
A reminder, the registration form is live and available HERE . Students who wish to participate in track and field MUST have a sports physical dated after May 1, 2024. If your child participated in cross country in the fall, they do not need to get another physical, but they do need to register for track and field through the form linked above.
If your child has forms to turn in, please either email them to Ms. Alexis Delosrios at adelosrios@fcps.edu or turn them into the main office.
This season our coaches are: Coach Fouse and Coach Lockhart and our Athletic Coordinator is Ms. Delosrios. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to the coaches or Ms. Delosrios.
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Zero Waste at Key MS
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We are excited to announce a new initiative that will be launching in March as part of our ongoing commitment to becoming a zero-waste school. To support this goal and foster a greater sense of community, we will be introducing a Shared Table in the cafeteria.
The Shared Table will provide a space for students to place non-perishable, unopened food items that they are not able to finish. These items will be available for others who may need them, helping to reduce food waste while encouraging students to support one another. This initiative aligns with our efforts to promote sustainability, responsibility, and kindness within our school community. We believe it will not only reduce waste, but also teach our students valuable lessons about sharing and caring for others.
We kindly ask for your support in discussing the importance of mindful consumption with your child and encourage them to participate in this initiative when it begins. Together, we can make a positive impact on both our environment and our school community.
Thank you for your continued support.
V/r,
Skyy Bollers
HPE Department Chair
Health, Physical Education, and Yoga for Wellness
Stay active, breathe deeply, and eat clean
🚀 Prepare for a Summer of Learning and Fun
Registration is open or will be available soon for summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.
Career and Technical Education and Institute for the Arts Summer Camps
Career and Technical Education camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Lake Braddock Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. Registration begins for these programs on Monday, March 10, and ends Friday, June 6.
CTE Summer Academy (CSA) is a week-long enrichment program that allows students in grades 6-11 to dive deeper into CTE program areas, develop skills, and begin career exploration. Watch this video about CTE camps.
IFTA is a two- or three-week summer enrichment program for students currently in grades 6-11. Students select from nearly 90 classes in art, dance, Health and Physical Education 9 (graduation requirement), music, and theater.
Earn Credit Toward Graduation This Summer
Take advantage of the opportunity to earn a high school course credit via this summer’s online campus program. Registration is now open. Students must register by Friday, June 6. Mathematics, health and physical education, career and technical education, English, science, social studies, and world language courses are available to eligible middle and high school students.
Summer is a great time for high school students to fulfill the Economics and Personal Finance course requirement. This is a self-directed course where students work independently. The course is available between Monday, June 23, and Friday, July 25. Registration is now open. Students must register by Friday, May 23. For more information, visit this Summer Learning page.
Talking to Teens About Fentanyl and Tough Topics
Become Unskippable: Practical Guidance for Talking With Teens About Fentanyl
- Video reel
- 🗣️ Teens skip things that don't interest them, especially talks with their parents. But Fairfax County loses teens to fentanyl overdose every year – so it's important to have short, impactful talks with them about the risks. Learn how to “become unskippable” at fcps.edu/BecomeUnskippable.
- #FCPS #BecomeUnskippable #FentanylAwareness
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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Title I Parent Advisory Committee
Patriot Community-
This is a friendly reminder that we need a Title I Parent Advisory Committee representative for your school ASAP. Please email Debbie Vel (dsvel@fcps.edu) if you are interested in supporting Key MS in this capacity.
The representative should be a parent who is able to attend each meeting and relay important information back to the school. This is also a great opportunity to advocate for any resources our school may need. Meetings will be held in a hybrid format, so our representative can attend either virtually or in person once a month.
You may also complete this google form if you would like to sign up.
Meeting dates are listed below, and they will take place from 7:00 – 8:30 pm.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Debbie Vel at dsvel@fcps.edu.
Thank you, Key MS Admin Team
Order Your School Pictures
Order school pictures at shop.jostenspix.com. Be sure to include the Key MS event code FE172724.
SIS ParentVUE
Everything You Can Do Through SIS ParentVUE
Want to easily access back-to-school forms and checklists? Log in to your SIS ParentVUE account to find forms and make updates.
Update Contact Information
Be among the first to know about weather closings, bus delays, and other critical communications from our school and FCPS by adding your cell phone number and email to SIS ParentVUE. To update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, click the “Online Packets” tab in the upper right of the screen, then click the “Online Verification/Update” icon.
Parents/caregivers who do not have a SIS ParentVUE account should print and complete the Emergency Care Information Form (PDF) and submit it to our front office
Complete Permission Forms
Families can now easily give permission for their children to access a variety of school resources through the Parent Digital Consent system. This online tool can be accessed using your SIS ParentVUE account. You can easily opt your child in or out of resources including online educational tools, school counseling services, and tutoring services. You may also change how your student’s information is managed.
Visit the Parent Digital Consent webpage to access the system. Watch this video to see how to use the tool.
Submit Absences
Parents/caregivers can submit up to two full-day absences through SIS ParentVUE. Log in and click “Report Absence.” Absences longer than two days, partial day absences, and changes of transportation should still be reported to our front office.
Don’t Have a SIS ParentVUE Account Yet?Contact our front office for an activation code and follow the directions on the SIS ParentVUE Account webpage.
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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
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District News/In Case You Missed It (ICYMI)
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
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- School Start Times Survey
- Science Fair Winners
- Celebrating Champion Students and Staff
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
En caso de que se lo haya perdido en FCPS This Week, la división escolar compartió actualizaciones sobre los siguientes temas y otros:
- Encuesta sobre las horas de Inicio de Clases
- Ganadores de la Exposición de Ciencias del Invierno
- Celebrando a Nuestros Estudiantes y Empleados que salieron Campeones
Lea FCPS Esta Semana para aprender más sobre estos temas. Si aún no recibe este boletín semanal, suscríbase hoy mismo.
Key MS Administrative Team
Principal: Drew Campbell | amcampbell1@fcps.edu
Assistant Principal: Shawn D. Brown | sdbrown@fcps.edu
Assistant Principal: Shari Peters | sapeters@fcps.edu
Director of Student Services: Jane Flegal | jcflegal@fcps.edu
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