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Monday, October 20 - Diwali - Student and Staff Holiday

Monday, October 20, is a school holiday for Diwali and all schools and offices are closed. See the complete school year calendar.

 Impact Aid Forms

The Impact Aid online form will be available in SIS Parent Vue on October 21st. Parents are encouraged to complete the form online.

Spirit Week October 27 - 31

Digital Citizenship Week

Key Center is celebrating Digital Citizenship Week from Monday, October 13th, through Friday, October 24th!

Every year, schools across the country dedicate the third week of October to teaching students how to be responsible and respectful online.

Our students will participate in special classroom lessons with School-Based Technology Specialist Beth Curtis, where they'll learn how to be good digital citizens, including taking excellent care of their digital devices. We're even adding some fun to the mix by reading the popular parody books, If You Give a Mouse an iPhone and Good Night iPad!

National School Bus Safety Week

Next week, October 20th - 24th, our school will join communities across the country in observing National School Bus Safety Week.

School buses remain the safest way for students to travel to and from school, and this week is a perfect opportunity to remind everyone—students, parents, and drivers—of the critical role we all play in keeping the ride safe.

We especially urge all local motorists to be extra vigilant. Remember: When the red lights are flashing and the stop-arm is extended, traffic must stop—it's the law, and it saves lives.

Thank you for helping us ensure that every student has a safe journey, every day!

Bond Referendum

FCPS Buildings Benefit All Community Members

In addition to our students and teachers, we estimate millions of visits by students and community members to Fairfax County schools through more than 500,000 events. Most of the public meeting and recreational facilities available in the county are FCPS facilities. 

FCPS works with the Fairfax County Department of Neighborhood and Community Services and with the Fairfax County Park Authority to ensure that school facilities and athletic fields are available to the public after school hours. 

The 2025 Bond Referendum will be on the ballot in November. Vote on Tuesday, November 4. Learn more about registering to vote and make a voting plan.

October Community Boundary Review Meetings

FCPS’ October community boundary review meetings will begin on Monday, October 13. Each of the 12 meetings will focus on two pyramids. Our area will be covered at the meeting on Friday, October 24, 6:30 to 8 p.m., at Lewis High School, (Edison and Lewis Pyramids) in person or virtual. Register by clicking “in person” or “virtual,” based on how you would like to participate.

If you are unable to attend the meeting for our pyramid, you are welcome to attend any meeting that is convenient. View the full list of October boundary meetings. 

Visit the Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage for more information.

• Wednesday, October 15, 6:30 to 8 p.m., at Langley High School, (Oakton and Langley Pyramids) in person or virtual 
• Thursday, October 16, 6:30 to 8 p.m., at Falls Church High School, (Marshall and Falls Church Pyramids) in person or virtual 
• Tuesday, October 21, 6:30 to 8 p.m., at Annandale High School, (Justice and Annandale Pyramids) in person or virtual 
• Wednesday, October 22, 6:30 to 8 p.m., at Hayfield Secondary School, (South County and Hayfield Pyramids) in person or virtual
• Friday, October 24, 6:30 to 8 p.m., at Lewis High School, (Edison and Lewis Pyramids) in person or virtual
• Saturday, October 25, 9:30 to 11 a.m., at Sandburg Middle School, (West Potomac and Mount Vernon Pyramids) in person or virtual
• Monday, October 27, 6:30 to 8 p.m., at Irving Middle School, (Lake Braddock and West Springfield Pyramids) in person or virtual
• Tuesday, October 28, 6:30 to 8 p.m., at Fairfax High School, Library (Woodson and Fairfax Pyramids) in person or virtual
• Wednesday, October 29, 6:30 to 8 p.m., at McLean High School, (Madison and McLean Pyramids) in person or virtual
• Thursday, October 30, 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Chantilly High School, (Westfield and Chantilly Pyramids) in person or virtual

Sensory-Friendly Family Trick-or-Treat

Date & Time: 10/19/2025 - 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Price: $20.00 per child

Location:  Clemyjontri Park Location
                 6317 Georgetown Pike
                 McLean, VA 22101

Celebrate Halloween in a calm, inclusive, sensory-friendly way at Clemjyjontri Park on Sunday, October 19, from 1 to 6 p.m.. Enjoy a variety of fun and accessible activities including:

• Carousel ride 
• Train ride 
• Arts and crafts 
• Sensory tent 
• Themed treat stations throughout the playground 
• Reduced noise and sensory support 

Costumes welcome but are not required. Tickets cost $20 per person. Secure your ticket to the all-inclusive fun today!

For Registration click here Trick-or-Treat Fun
For More Details: Download Flyer

The ARC - Upcoming Event

Transition Parents/Family Village Support Group (Virtual)

October 18, 2025
10:00am -  Noon
Live Online

The Arc of Northern Virginia’s Transition Parents/Family Village Support group meets every month, with alternating in-person and virtual events. 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 with a disability.

If you have questions, contact Rob Hudson, Digital Communications Manager and Frank Trippett Advocacy and Outreach Fellow, at at rob.hudson@thearcofnova.org

Career and Transition Services (CTS) Presents the Moving on to Life in the Community Resource Fair

The Moving on to Life in the Community exhibitor fair will introduce and connect families and students with IEPs to adult service providers and community support they may need upon exiting the school system. Register to attend the community resource fair at Robinson Secondary School on Thursday, November 6, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Resources

Get to Know FCPS and the Resources Available to Families We know that as a parent or caregiver, you play a critical role in your child’s education. The FCPS Family Academy compiles classes, webinars, workshops, and programs offered by the school division to help you support your child’s needs and learning at home. 

The Family Academy also includes information about resources to help ensure your child has what they need to succeed. Check out some of the upcoming Family Academy sessions:

• Co-Parenting: Two Parents, Two Homes (available in English and Spanish) 
• Loving Solutions
• Military-Connected Youth Family Advisory Council
• Parent Project
• Family Resource Center Webinars on topics including: How to Prepare for School; Building Collaborative Relationships Between Caregivers and Educators; Worried Parents, Anxious Kids; and What Families Need to Know About Drugs for Their Students with Disabilities. 

Visit the Family Academy catalog for more information on these sessions and to register to 

attend.

Key Center PTA

Not yet a member of our PTA?  We would love to have you join!  You can also support Key Center by volunteering with our PTA or making a donation through our Educate Fairfax site.

Key Center PTA Membership
Key Center PTA Volunteer Opportunities

Educate Fairfax link to donate to Key Center

Upcoming Dates

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