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Families,
We are finally back to school. As we continue to experience cold temperatures and an increase in illness in the county, please remember our attendance procedures. If a student will be absent, families can call the office, send a message to the teacher via talking points or email to report full-day absences for the current school day. For late arrivals and early dismissals, please contact the school office directly.
We appreciate your support and always welcome your feedback.
Have a wonderful week.
Hoang and Laura
Winter Weather Transportation Reminders
The FCPS Office of Transportation Services will notify families of any changes to bus stops due to road conditions. Until roads and bus stops are completely clear of snow, there may be some bus delays. Families can monitor the Bus Delay website to get up-to-date information on routes that are running more than 10 minutes late. Parents will also receive an email if a bus is more than 30 minutes late.
Save the Date: Parent Coffee
Join us for our Parent Coffee on Friday, February 13, at 9:30 AM in the school cafeteria! This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with other families and share experiences. We are also excited to share that coffee will be brewed and served by our students from the Kilmer Center Coffee Shop! We look forward to seeing you there to enjoy a morning together and support them.
ABA Family Training Communication: A Foundation for Independence
This workshop is intended for family members of students with Autism served in preschool autism classrooms (PAC), Enhanced Autism Classrooms (EAC) and CAT B secondary classrooms.
Topics covered will include:
▪ Communicating wants and needs
▪ Using social interactions and environments to support communication
▪ Breaking down how to teach communication
February 25th, 2026
Choose one virtual session:
10:00am - 11:30am
or
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Join using this meeting link:
https://meet.google.com/vio-pmnq-dzo
All family members and caregivers are welcome to attend ABA Family Training. No registration is needed.
To request an interpreter, contact Stephanie Watkins at (571) 423-4110 or by email at sawatkins@fcps.edu and provide your name and contact information (phone number and/or email).
For additional questions, contact Tina Wilkerson by email at twilkerson@fcps.edu.
Inclement Weather Statement: If FCPS announces a two-hour delay, training will take place as scheduled. If there is an early closing and/or cancellation of afterschool activities, the evening session will be canceled. If there is a full day closing, both training sessions will be canceled.
FCPS Ombuds Office Provides Confidential Guidance
The Office of the Ombuds engages with families, students, and staff to offer resources and improve the experience of each and every member of the FCPS community. They work as an independent confidential resource to help answer questions, offer options to resolve concerns, and hear complaints regarding FCPS matters. Anyone seeking assistance from the Office of the Ombuds may call 571-423-4014, text 571-496-8284, email ombuds@fcps.edu, or visit the ombuds webpage, where you may submit a question. Ombuds staff do not change or make decisions, policies, or regulations; take sides; or provide legal advice.
🚍 Here Comes the Bus
Want to know if your child's bus is on schedule or where the bus is? Here Comes the Bus® is an easy-to-use website and app that enables parents to see the location of their child’s school bus — almost in real time — on a smartphone, tablet, or personal computer.
Parents can track multiple buses if their children don’t all ride the same bus; know exactly when children arrive at school or the bus stop; and receive customized text and/or email notifications about bus locations, schedule changes, or delays.
To get started, download the app from the Apple iOS or Android app store. Check out the Here Comes the Bus and Frequently Asked Questions webpages for more information.
Already using the Here Comes the Bus app? Send your feedback to HCTB@fcps.edu.
Note: eNotify text messaging will continue to be used for reporting bus delays and bus incidents.
Upcoming Events from The Arc of Northern Virginia
Upcoming Career and Transition Events
TRANSITION FAIR FUTURE PLANNING FOR ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS
Wednesday, March 4, 2026 Luther Jackson Middle School 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. It’s never too early or too late to start preparing for your future. 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, and postsecondary education considerations, Supported Decision Making, and student self-determination. This event also includes a session led by middle school employment and transition representatives (ETRs). A question/answer session will follow. Register online: https://forms.gle/N46LfpEPVNgMYJwj7
Resources From our Family Liaison
Upcoming Family Cafes- Introduction to Career Pathways for Students
-Thursday, February 26 at 6:30 p.m. at Lorton Community Center
-Thursday, March 5 at 6:30 p.m. at Luther Jackson Middle School
Register here
Virginia Energy Assistance Program (DSS).
Eligible households may receive help with heating, cooling, or energy emergencies through Fuel, Crisis, and Cooling Assistance programs. Support can include help paying utility bills, heating fuel, deposits, or repairing/replacing heating or cooling equipment. Applications are accepted online via CommonHelp, by calling the Enterprise Customer Service Center at (855) 635-4370, and at the local department of social services.
English Empowerment Center- Register Today
Spring 2026 Adult English Classes: Registration is now open for beginning-level adult. In-Person Classes are available across Northern Virginia, and online classes are open to learners anywhere. Classes are $85 and include books and materials; no one is turned away due to financial hardship. All are welcome. Click here to register for In-Person Classes.
Upcoming Dates
February
February 13: Parent Coffee
February 16: Presidents’ Day - No School
February 17:No School for Students
March
March 20: Eid-Al-Fitr - No School
March 27: 2 Hour Early Dismissal
March 30-April 3: Spring Break- No School
April
April 6: No School for Students
April 10: No School for Students
2025-2026 School Year Calendar
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Kilmer Center Learning Space Donations
We have a vision to create a vibrant outdoor learning space for all students to access at Kilmer Center School. This learning space will be constructed directly beside our school building with a designated walkway directly leading to the learning space. The learning space will be a large area consisting of beautiful pavers and brick. Scan the included QR code or click here to make your contribution today.
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FCPS Cares
Do you know a Kilmer Center School 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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Kilmer Center School Amazon Wishlist
Click here for our Amazon Wishlist. This list was created to provide needed supplies to support our students at Kilmer Center School. Please feel free to share this list with family and friends.
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