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 Kindergarteners participated in a fantastic STEAM project creating rainbows.
 Month of the Military Child
Throughout the month of April, Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) will be honoring the invaluable contributions of military-connected youth with the Month of the Military Child and Purple Up! Day.
FCPS would like to express its gratitude to these unsung heroes. With approximately 14,000 military-connected students, FCPS recognizes the extraordinary strength military-connected students possess in order to navigate the military lifestyle. The resilience and courage of our military-connected youth does not go unnoticed, and their commitment to supporting their service member parents and guardians deserves the utmost admiration and respect.
As part of this month-long recognition, Keene Mill will celebrate Purple Up! the Week of April 13th-17th, 2025. Students and staff are encouraged to wear purple on Monday, April 13th as a visible gesture of our appreciation and support of military-connected students and families.
To connect with more FCPS resources, please email militaryfamilies@fcps.edu.
🎨 West Springfield Pyramid Art Show
Save the Date! Wednesday, April 15th, 5:30 pm-7:30 pm, West Springfield High School
The Pyramid Art Show is our annual art exhibit. Selected artwork from Keene Mill ES will be displayed along with artwork from surrounding elementary schools, Irving Middle School and West Springfield High School. Students that have art on display will receive an official invitation with their name on it! We hope you can join us in celebrating the creativity of our amazing students.
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Keene Mill SOL Testing Dates
*Friday, May 8 Grade 5 Science
*Tuesday, May 12 Grade 5 & 5AAP Math
*Thursday, May 14 Grades 3 & 4 Math
*Friday, May 15 Grades 6, 7 Math and Algebra
*Monday, May 18 Grade 5 Reading
*Tuesday, May 19 Grade 6 Reading
*Wednesday, May 20 Grades 3 & 4 Reading
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The 2026 Special Education Family Conference, Stronger Together: Connecting Families and Schools, will take place on Saturday, April 18, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Marshall High School.
Dr. Shelley Moore will deliver the keynote address on The Evolution of Inclusion. It will look at how the goals of inclusion have continued to shift and evolve, as we learn more about diversity and identity. Participants will be invited to reflect on their own contexts and consider next steps for advocacy and action.
Visit the FCPS 2026 Special Education Family Conference webpage for more information, including breakout session offerings and a list of vendors that will be on site. Confirm your attendance for this year’s conference.
Required Immunizations for Rising 7th Graders
As required by the Code of VA, parents or legal guardians need to provide proof of immunizations for their child to attend at a Virginia public school.
In addition, all students entering 7th grade are required to receive one dose of each of the following immunizations:
- Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis booster (Tdap) given at age 7 or older;
- Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) given at age 10 or older;
- A complete series of 2 doses of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.
- After reviewing educational materials approved by the Board of Health, the parent or guardian, at the parents or guardians sole discretion, may elect for the child not to receive the HPV vaccine.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to plan ahead by scheduling an appointment with your child’s healthcare provider now to avoid the rush this summer. Immunization appointments are available. Inspire Health Alliance will be providing immunizations for currently enrolled FCPS students at no out-of-pocket cost. Visit the Inspire Immunization Events Student Registration webpage to schedule an appointment.
Please review the Virginia Department of Health Information Packet (PDF) for more information on rising 7th grade immunization requirements.
PTA News
GET READY FOR OUR KANGA FUN RUN FUNDRAISER
The Booster fundraiser is coming soon to Keene Mill! We are raising $25,000 to expand our Maker Space, improve sound equipment, upgrade outdoor spaces, and support academic and social-emotional growth. During this fundraiser, families can make donations online to help reach our school goal, and on the final day, all students will participate in our Kanga Fun Run to celebrate!
NEW THIS YEAR: First $35 donation earns a Dave & Buster's Game Play Pass (60 minutes of Free Game Play) + Sign up on mybooster.com for a chance to win a MEGA VIP Party at Dave & Buster’s!
Families will gather donations through MyBooster.com by simply sharing your student’s page with friends and family. Every share makes a difference! Sign up at MyBooster.com now! The program’s kickoff is April 15th and the Fun Run will take place on the fields behind the school on April 23rd.
 Kanga Art Hop
We look forward to seeing families on Wednesday, April 22 for the Kanga Art Hop. All students will have piece of artwork displayed around the building. Kona Ice will be on the blacktop and end the night by joining the dance party in the gym with the Booster DJs.
Mark Your Calendar
Monday, April 13-💜💜Purple Up Day-Wear purple to show support to military kids
Tuesday, April 14-Ledo Pizza Spirit Night
Wednesday, April 15-Boosterthon Kickoff during specials
Wednesday, April 15-West Springfield Pyramid Art Show, 5:30-7:30 pm
Thursday, April 16-Spring Individual and Class Pictures
Tuesday, April 21-Statewide Election, No School
Wednesday, April 22-Full Day of School, Early Release CANCELLED
Wednesday, April 22-Kanga Art Hop @ 6:30 pm
Thursday, April 23-Boosterthon Fun Run
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