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In this issue:
March 18 - Parent Academy:
- Alcohol/Drug Awareness Presentation(AOD)
- 7:00 PM - Library
March 20 - Eid al-Fitr - School & Office Closed
March 25 - IRW Test for Gr. 8
March 23-27 - Book Fair - Library
March 27 - End of 3rd Quarter - 2 hour early release (12:15 PM)
March 30-April 3 - Spring Break - No School for Students
April 6 - Teacher Workday - No School for Students
April 8 - Fairfax Pyramid Art Show - 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM at Fairfax HS
April 15 - Purple Up! Day
April 17 - Military Breakfast (more details further down)
Dear KJMS Families,
Our 8th grade students’ trips to Finance Park this past week were featured in a WUSA story highlighting the hands-on financial literacy experience they participated in. We are proud of how our students represented Katherine Johnson and grateful to the staff members who helped make this opportunity possible. Thank you to the families who were able to chaperone this past week. You can view the story here.
Congratulations to our students for their strong academic performance during the second quarter:
- 212 students earned All A Honor Roll
- 368 students earned A/B Honor Roll
- 437 students received “On A Roll” recognition for improving by at least one letter grade in a course from first to second quarter
Thank you to our students, staff, and families for the continued support that helps encourage student growth and success.
Effective Monday, March 16, PFC Alex Zurbach will be assigned as the School Resource Officer (SRO) at KJMS and current SRO MPO Wade Brabble will return to the Traffic Services Section. We appreciate MPO Brabble’s support of our school community and look forward to welcoming PFC Zurbach to Katherine Johnson!
A reminder to join us in KJMS library on Wednesday, March 18 at 7:00 for a Parent Academy presentation on student wellness and substance use awareness with Sean McMahon, our Fairfax Pyramid Substance Abuse Specialist.
If you have any questions or concerns you can contact our main office at 703-934-2400 or contact me directly at cmsmith@fcps.edu.
Enjoy your weekend!
Chris Smith
Principal - Katherine Johnson MS
Use FCPS Cares to recognize any of our staff members
Reminder ! Only a few yearbooks are left, so don't delay, order one today. Place your order directly through their website.
How to Order: Follow the link in your Jostens email or visit Jostens.com and search for our school name or click:Katherine Johnson Middle School.
Note: All transactions are handled directly through the Jostens portal; the school office cannot accept payments for yearbooks.
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Have you ever thought about how new technologies are invented? Do you want to build robotic crafts?
- This FREE camp will run from June 22-25, 2026 – 9AM-1PM at Katherine Johnson Middle School
- Rising 7th and 8th graders are invited to apply
- All supplies are provided, they just need to bring a lunch
- Students must have their own transportation to and from camp
Google Form to Apply: https://forms.gle/RrJmQthwwodnSfZh7
April is Month of the Military Child (MOMC). We would like to invite you and your KJMS student(s) to a celebration breakfast on April 17th at 8:00 AM in the library. Please fill out this form to RSVP.
Also, if you are currently serving in any of the branches of our military or have served in the past, we would like you to submit a picture of you and your family for our Purple Star wall. You may send a hard copy with your student to drop off at the main office, or for your convenience, submit the picture electronically to either Maria Marris at msmarris@fcps.edu or Andrea Holmes at aholmes@fcps.edu.
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To show our support for all our military-connected families, we are inviting our school community to “Purple Up!” on Wednesday, April 15, for military children.
Why purple? Purple symbolizes all branches of the military as a combination of Army green, Marine Corps red, and Coast Guard, Navy, Air Force and Space Force blue.
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There will be no school for students on Tuesday, April 21, for the Virginia statewide election. Student activities, athletic practices, and events may proceed as scheduled. Principals and directors of student activities may adjust event start times and entry points to ensure clear separation between student activity areas and polling spaces.
Fairfax County Public Schools will still exceed the required number of instructional hours for students, as set by the Virginia Department of Education.
FCPS Teachers and staff should check their email for a message from the division (sent this morning, March 11) with additional details.
Family Engagement Survey Open Through March 23
The FCPS Family Engagement Survey is open! Your feedback is critical in helping us to better recognize, understand, respect, and address family strengths and needs in our schools.
Survey topics include:
- Welcoming environment.
- Communication.
- Student success.
- Advocacy.
- Family and school partnerships.
- Community partnerships.
The survey will be available in English, Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Pashto, Spanish, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
Parents/caregivers received a survey link via email from FCPS on Monday, March 9. The survey is also available on the FCPS website. Paper surveys will be available at each school. The survey will close Monday, March 23.
Tickets are ON SALE now for Fairfax High School’s annual sold-out event: Cultural Celebration 2026!
Thursday, March 26th
Food Sales & Cultural Fair 5:30 PM | Cultural Celebration (Global Talent & Fashion Show) 6:30 PM.
Join us for an incredible trip around the world featuring fiery Latin dances, the beat of the Korean drums, the majesty of the Chinese Dragon dance, Uyghur traditional dancing, global fashions, tasty treats from near and far, and MUCH MORE!
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Online tickets are now on sale.
Tickets may sell out prior to the event, so reserve yours today!
Pre-Sale Online Ticket Prices: Adults $8 | Students $5 TICKET LINK (FCPS Employees are free. Please show your badge.)
Door Ticket Prices: Everyone $10
Don't miss out! Tickets are flying faster than a K-pop dance move, so click this TICKET LINK or the QR code in the flyer to grab yours now!
FCPS’ cell phone policy helps students focus, learn, and engage. When students put their phones away, they have more face-to-face interactions with their peers and teachers and more opportunities to develop resilience and problem-solving skills. Please remind your child that:
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Cell phones and personal devices (earbuds, headsets, other items connected to the internet) must be off and away for the entire school day (bell to bell).
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Smart watches that serve a dual purpose may be worn, but the phone features (texting, Internet viewing, and calls) are to be off when phone use is prohibited.
If you need to contact your child during the school day, please call our front office at 703-934-2400, press "0". Visit our cell phone policy webpage for more information and answers to frequently asked questions.
If you haven’t had the chance to attend a Red Bag Event yet, you are invite you to stop by the KJMS cafeteria on April 25th between 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. to see how the magic happens. You will be impressed by how much our volunteers accomplish in such a short amount of time.
There was another record‑breaking event this past Saturday, bringing in 2,048 pounds of food and toiletries for Fairfax schools.
They hope to continue growing the Red Bag Donor community so the pantries remain full through the end of the year.
Learn about this program: Lean About FFN
To make a donation: Donation Link
To become a volunteer: Volunteer Link
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Connecting with community members across Fairfax County is critical to Dr. Reid. Her Community Conversations are opportunities for you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Events will be held this spring (from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., unless otherwise noted) on:
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Tuesday, March 17, from 6:45 to 7:45 p.m., at Glen Forest Elementary School.
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Monday, March 23, at Ravensworth Elementary School.
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Monday, April 13, at Belle View Elementary School.
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Monday, April 20, at Westgate Elementary School.
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Wednesday, April 22, at Crestwood Elementary School.
Click on a date to register to attend that event. Registration is not required, but helps with planning, especially for child care and interpretation services.
Events are open to all. Visit the superintendent’s engagement webpage for the most up-to-date information. .
About 70% of the FCPS budget comes from the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. They are currently reviewing the county’s 2027 Fiscal Year Advertised Budget and are considering possible adjustments before the final county budget is adopted in May.
Provide the county with feedback by completing this survey.
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 Camps
Career and Technical Education camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Robinson Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. Tuition assistance is available to FCPS families eligible for free or reduced meals.
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. Registration is open for these programs through Friday, June 5.
Institute for the Arts (IFTA) is a two-week camp for students currently in grades 6-11. Students select from nearly 60 classes in art, dance, music, and theater. Rising freshmen have the option to take Health and PE 9 through IFTA as well!
Production Camp is a four-week summer theatre intensive for students in grades 6-11. Students in performance or technical theatre tracks rehearse, design, and build a musical in a collaborative atmosphere. The show is presented to the public at the end of camp.
New this year: Students in the above camps can also register for aftercare, which is available from 2 to 5 p.m.
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Eid and Nowruz: Eid al-Fitr and Nowruz (evening only observance day, holiday)Thursday, March 19, is an evening only observance day for Eid al-Fitr, which begins at sundown. Friday, March 20, is a holiday and all schools and offices.
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Quarter End: Friday, March 27, is the last day of the third quarter and early release for students.
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Spring Break: 🌷 Schools and school offices will be closed March 30 to April 3 for spring break.
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Monday, April 6, is a teacher work day and there will be no school for students. We wish our students and teachers a happy and restful Spring Break!
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Month of the Military Child: April is the Month of the Military Child! Every year we take the opportunity to recognize military-connected youth for their service and contribution to our community. Fairfax County Public Schools is proud to have over 14,000 military-connected youth as a part of our student body. We appreciate the varied life experiences they bring to our school community, and recognize their strength and resilience. Learn more about Month of the Military Child and FCPS resources for military families.
See the complete school year calendar.
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Family Engagement Survey
- Student Honors
- No School on April 21
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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