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Families,
Next week is Staff Appreciation Week. This is a wonderful opportunity to recognize our staff and all they do for our school community. Our staff are still focused on literacy, behavior, and communication during the last quarter of the school year. The Kilmer Center School ESY program is July 6-July 30, and the hours are 7:45am-10:45am. Please reach out to your child’s teacher if you have any questions about ESY.
We wish you a great week.
Hoang and Laura
Annual Art and Music Show Next Friday
May 8
We will have our annual Art and Music Show on May 8, 2026. The art gallery will open at 9:30 and musical performances will start at 10:00. We look forward to seeing you there.
Required Immunizations for Rising 7th and Rising 12th Graders
The following immunizations are required for students entering 7th and 12th grade each school year.
All students entering 7th grade are required to receive one dose of each of the following immunizations prior to the beginning of school: Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis booster (Tdap), Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY), and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.
- To meet the Tdap requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 7 or older.
- To meet the MenACWY requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 10 or older.
- To meet the HPV requirement, the vaccination should be given between the ages of 11 to 12 or as early as 9 years old.
- As a parent/guardian, you may decide that your child will not receive the HPV vaccination. The school does not require documentation if a parent/guardian elects for their student not to receive the HPV vaccination.
All students entering 12th grade are to receive two doses of the Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) prior to the beginning of school. To meet the MenACWY 12th grade requirement, one dose must be administered at age 16 or older.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to plan ahead by scheduling an appointment with your child’s health care provider now to avoid the rush this summer. Please consider getting your child’s immunizations early so that they can attend school in the fall. Summer is a busy time for families and healthcare providers. As long as your child meets the age requirements listed above, they can be immunized at any time.
Immunization Events for FCPS Students
FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will provide school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for all FCPS students at no out-of-pocket cost. Multiple events will take place at designated FCPS locations.
Dates will be made available throughout the school year. Parents or guardians may view upcoming events and schedule an appointment for their student. Participation is voluntary. Additional immunization resources are also available
New IEP Documents
The following transition planning informational documents will now be provided before each IEP meeting. Please email your student’s case manager if you have any questions
Summer Options for Students
Please see below for Summer Camp and Adaptive Sports guides shared by The Arc and Fairfax County Public Schools Family Resource Center.
Order Your Yearbook Today
2025-2026 Kilmer Center School Yearbooks are now for sale. The cost is $15 per yearbook and may be purchased through 5/4/2026. You can order your yearbooks here. A paper copy of the form was sent home with students as well. If you would like to purchase the yearbook but require support please contact Andrea Bylykbashi at avbylykbashi@fcps.edu .
Upcoming ARC Events
Medicaid Success Sessions
May 22, 2026
Fairfax office of The Arc of Northern Virginia
Experienced attorneys Claire Kelly and Elizabeth Gray will provide free, personalized small-group sessions to help you confidently complete your Medicaid application.
For more information and to register, click here.
Social Security Success Sessions
May 22, 2026
Fairfax office of The Arc of Northern Virginia
Experienced attorneys Claire Kelly and Elizabeth Gray will provide free, personalized small-group sessions to help you confidently complete your Social Security application.
For more information and to register, click here.
 Resources From our Family Liaison
Family Resource Center:
Register for Free Webinars and Events
Fairfax County Park Authority- SNAP at Farmers Markets (April–November, varies by location)
Families can use SNAP/EBT benefits at select county farmers markets and receive up to $40 in free fruits and vegetables, with tokens that can be used like cash at participating markets; for information, locations, and directions visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/farmersmarkets/snap or call 571-340-3322;
To apply for SNAP call 1-833-522-5582.
Fairfax County Government- Cooling Programs (Summer 2026; varies by program)
Multiple free programs are available to help families stay cool, including financial assistance for electric bills, AC repair or installation, fans for older adults, and energy-saving home upgrades; for help choosing a program call 703-222-0880 or for related program details and applications visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/familyservices/cooling-assistance
Virginia Department of Education Childcare Tool
The Virginia Department of Education has created a statewide online tool that helps Virginia families search for and compare child care and early learning programs, including information on program options, quality, and availability. https://families.vareadytofindchildcare.com/welcome
Community Health Initiative- Parent & Child Connect Workshop - June 7, 2026
A free 6-week virtual workshop designed specifically for Asian American families of PreK–12 students focused on strengthening parent-child relationships, improving communication, and building skills to support student success and well-being. Registration link
May Sibshops and SibTeens
📅Date - Tuesday, May 26, 2026
⏱️ Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
📍Location - Hunters Woods Community Center
2310 Colts Neck Road Reston, VA
The Sibshops workshops are for children in grades 2-5 enrolled in Fairfax County Public Schools who have siblings with support needs to meet other siblings in a relaxed setting. Celebrate the many contributions made by brothers and sisters of children with special needs, share sibling experiences, and receive peer support. Play games and have fun.
Register here
SibTeens is a community-building group for siblings of children with support needs in grades 6-9. We have fun activities, both recreational and art-based, as well as discussion activities. It’s a unique opportunity for students to share about their lives and support each other while normalizing their life experiences.
Register here
Sibshops/SibTeen Summer Camp
📅Date - Monday, June 22 and Tuesday, June 23
⏱️ Time: 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
📍Location - Fairfax Villa Elementary
10900 Santa Clara Dr. Fairfax, VA
Sibshops and SibTeen will hold a two-day summer camp for children who have a sibling with a disability. Each day participants will participate in a variety of fun recreation and art based community building activities and discussion related to their shared experience and access peer support. Lunch will be provided each day.
Sibshops is open to children in grades 2nd through 5th. SibTeen is offered to children in grades 6 through 9.
Register here
Upcoming Dates
May
May 8: Art and Music School 9:30-11:30
May 25: Memorial Day - No school
May 26: No school for Students
May 27: Eid al-Adha- No School
June
June 5: Graduation- No School for Students
June17: Last day of School
2025-2026 School Year Calendar
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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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