A message from Principal Steven McFarlane
Kilmer Community,
The PTA went above and beyond this week for Staff Appreciation Week, and on behalf of all the Kilmer staff, THANK YOU! Between the soda bar, Anita’s burritos, Kona Ice, and more, we are grateful for the time, energy, and money you put into showing your appreciation.
Thank you to Danielle Sweet and Gaby Chaves for being the faculty advisors for National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) this year. Last night, Kilmer inducted 155 8th grade students into NJHS. Before the ceremony, there was a gallery walk where students presented their service-learning projects to families and staff members. It’s a great reminder of the many students we have in this building that not only take their academics seriously, but service to their community as well. The future is bright!
Finally, students got off to a strong start with our Reading SOLs on Wednesday. Next week students will take their Math SOLs, and the 8th graders will take the Science SOL.
Have a wonderful weekend and as always, reach out with any questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
Steven McFarlane
Principal
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Here are just a few of the Positive Referrals received by our Kilmer Cougars from staff members this week!
Jacob C.O. - Thank you for your constant support in encouraging a caring community in our classroom! The words you use and how you act really show everyone how to do better!
Jeremiah Y. - Being a hard-working student, always being genuinely kind to his teachers and peers, and being a role model for his classmates for his academic achievements and overall character.
Shirley W. - Always works hard and listens very carefully and respectfully to her peers in class.
Olivia M. - Olivia took initiative and helped out a classmate who was having a hard time on his warm up. Without asking, she pulled up a chair and walked him through the activity. She was encouraging, supportive, and helpful. She is a great role model in the classroom. Thank you, Olivia!!!
Angelina C. - Angelina shows up to class everyday ready to learn and with a positive attitude. She's very respectful of her classmates and teachers, is very responsible. Thanks for being a great student and making History class a fun and friendly place!
 Upcoming Dates
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May 14 - Math SOL (all students), 8th period flipped bell schedule
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May 16 - Science SOL (8th grade) and Diagnostic Science Test (7th grade), 8th period flipped bell schedule
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May 16 - Crosstown Kicks at Jackson Middle School, 5:30pm
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May 19-20 - SOL makeups
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May 22 -Kilmer’s PTA Spring Carnival on the Kilmer back field, 2:30 - 4:45 pm. More details below!
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May 28 - Band Spring Concert at Marshall High School, 7pm
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May 29 - Choir Spring Concert at Marshall High School, 7pm
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May 30 - Broadway Desserts, Kilmer Cafeteria, 7pm
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June 2 - Orchestra Spring Concert at Marshall High School, 7pm
 ⚾🍧🌯 A Home Run of Appreciation! From the Kona Ice truck and soda bar to Anita’s burritos, concession-style treats, and the VIP Luncheon, our baseball-themed Teacher Appreciation Week truly knocked it out of the park! Huge thanks to our amazing PTA for going above and beyond to make Kilmer staff feel valued and celebrated all week long! 🧢❤️ #TeacherAppreciationWeek #KilmerPTA #HomeRunWeek
🏃♀️🏃♂️ Kilmer Relay Races in Full Sprint! Our Kilmer track team brought the energy to the relay races during last weekend’s track meet—teamwork, speed, and Cougar pride on full display! 💪🔥 #KilmerTrack #RelayPower #CougarPride
On Thursday, Kilmer inducted 155 8th graders into the National Junior Honor Society. Before the ceremony, there was an open house where students presented their service-learning projects. Congratulations to Kilmer’s new NJHS members!
♟️ Go Club in Action! After school, students sharpen their strategic thinking and have fun playing the ancient board game Go. It's all about focus, friendly competition, and building community! 🧠🎯 #KilmerClubs #GoClub #ThinkAhead
It’s a Small World! 🌍 Last weekend, Madame Farrace volunteered at the Côte d’Ivoire Embassy during D.C.’s Around the World Embassy Tour—and was happily surprised to be greeted by two familiar Kilmer faces: Daniel and Defne! 😊 #KilmerCommunity #GlobalConnections
 Math on the Move! Who says math has to stay in the classroom? Our students took their learning on the go, measuring the volume of real-world objects all around the school!
PTA Spring Carnival
Kilmer’s amazing PTA is hosting another fun-filled festival right after school on Thursday, May 22 on the back field! Come celebrate the end of the school year and enjoy inflatables, a DJ, photo booth, sports and games, and more. Grab a bite from food trucks offering pizza, ice cream, and snow cones (available for purchase). Don’t worry about a ride—late buses will be available.Use this link to let us know your student is coming. Check out Kilmer’s PTA website for updates and photos from past festivals. Make sure to sign up for the PTA newsletter if you haven’t already!
Library Books
All Library books are due by Wednesday, May 28! It's time to start looking for those books that have been hiding under your bed or lost in the trunk of the family car, or tucked in on your own bookshelf. Overdue notices will be sent out again soon, and you can also check your library account to see what you have checked out. Thank you!
SOL Reminders
As we prepare for the upcoming SOL assessments, please take note of the following testing dates:
- May 14th – Math
- May 16th – Science
To help your child feel prepared and confident on testing days, please remind them to charge their chromebooks the night before, get a good night’s sleep, and arrive at school on time. Your support at home makes a big difference in helping students perform their best. Thank you for partnering with us during this important time!
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After School Activities News/Updates
Each week Ms. Kardelis will post a detailed overview of our After School Program to our website. Please visit Kilmer’s website at https://kilmerms.fcps.edu/afterschool_newsletter to find the weekly After School newsletter. If you have any questions regarding our After School Program please reach out to Kim Kardelis, After School Specialist, at kckardelis@fcps.edu.
Executive Board Contact Information
Kilmer’s Positive Referral Program
Over the past few weeks many local news outlets have covered Kilmer’s Positive Referral Program. In case you missed it, below are the various articles/clips that have been published highlighting the fantastic staff and students we have here. Check them out below!
Yearbook Sales
Have you purchased this year’s yearbook yet? Yearbooks are still available for preorder online at www.walsworth.com. Simply click "Buy a Yearbook" and search for Kilmer MS. The cost is $45 per book.
We have 310 copies left and they are going fast! Once we sell out, we can’t order any more books. Guarantee your copy today by purchasing your yearbook now!
Website store: https://yearbookforever.com/school-store/4plJHPnxG3fG90oaVoBKB0O9
8th Grade Promotion Ceremonies
Save the date for the 8th Grade Team Promotion Ceremonies! More information will be coming soon. If you need to know which team your child is on, please refer to the email that you received on April 10th or ask your student. It is also listed in SIS in their class schedule. More information is available on our website.
8th Grade End of Year Field Trip - Dave & Buster’s
To celebrate the culmination of middle school, we invite all 8th grade students who are in good academic and disciplinary standing on a field trip to Dave & Buster’s in Fairfax, VA. Students received field trip forms through their Civics class this week. Payment is made through My School Bucks. Completed forms should be returned before May 23rd to students’ Civics teachers. More information is available on our website.
8th Grade Semi-Formal Dance
The 8th grade dance is a time for 8th graders to celebrate their time at Kilmer with music, dancing, a photobooth, and dinner. This year’s 8th grade semi-formal will be on Friday, June 6th from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Kilmer Middle School.
- Doors will close at 6:30 p.m., students will not be admitted late.
- There is no readmittance if a student decides to leave the dance prior to 8:00pm.
- Attire is semi-formal.
- Tickets are $10 and must be purchased during the school day, prior to the dance. No tickets will be sold at the door. Tickets may be purchased with cash during all lunches Thursday, May 29th – Tuesday, June 3rd.
- Please contact Mr. Phil Prevost (pmprevost@fcps.edu) with any questions.
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