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Tiger Tales

The words tigers den with tiger stripes

Tiger's Den

Families,

Last week was Nurses Day and we are grateful for Sundus and all she does for our school community. 

As we being the last few weeks of school our staff is working to continue our focus on literacy, communication, behavior, and for our students to continue to be productive members of our school community.

Save the date, ESY is July 6-July 30, and the hours are 7:45-10:45am.  Please reach out to your child’s teacher if you have any questions about ESY. 

We wish you a great week. 

 

Hoang and Laura


Disco themed spirit week flyer.  All dates and information below

 

Spirit Week Next Week May 18 - May 22 

We will have a Spirit Week next week, May 18 through May 22.  

Monday May 18- Favorite Color Day

Tuesday May 19- Pajama Day

Wednesday May 20- Wacky Wednesday 

Thursday May 21- Tiger Day 

Friday May 22- Dress Your Best Day 


students running on playground

 

ABA Family Training: Maintaining Routines Outside of School


This workshop is intended for parents of students with Autism served in preschool autism classrooms (PAC), Enhanced Autism Classrooms (EAC) and CAT B secondary classrooms.
Topics covered will include:
● The benefits of keeping a home routine
● Considerations for creating a routine
● Ways to maintain structure outside of school

May 20th, 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. To request an interpreter, contact Tina Wilkerson at twilkerson@fcps.edu and provide your name and contact information (phone number and/or email) in case we need to contact you.


Graduation June 5 - No School for Students

Kilmer Center School will host graduation for graduating students on Friday, June 5.  This is an unscheduled school day, which means no school for students on June 5.  


Discover Exciting Summer Learning Activities and Ideas

Join Fairfax County Public Schools for a free, family-friendly community celebration filled with hands-on STEM, arts, and creative experiences for students of all ages. This year’s Summer Extravaganza takes place on Saturday, June 6, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at Woodson High School

Explore summer learning resources and connect with FCPS offices and community partners. Don’t miss the Student Market and a full day of engaging activities designed to spark learning, growth, and inspiration for the whole family. 

For more information, visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage.


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.   

 


The ARC Resources

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.

Transition Lunch & Learn
May 14, 2026 - 12pm
Live Online

Join our small group sessions to plan your child's transition from school to adult services, covering employment, support, education, transportation, decision-making, SSI benefits and recreation.

For more information and to register, click here.

Metro Comes to The Arc of Northern Virginia
June 18, 2026 - 10am
Fairfax office of The Arc of Northern Virginia

Representatives from the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) will be on site to assist with the Reduced Fare Program and MetroAccess Door to Door. Applications required.

For more information and to register, click here.

 

Click to learn more about some of our upcoming webinars and events.


Tiger Resources from our Family Liaison

Resources From our Family Liaison

FCPS family-facing services at Dunn Loring will relocate to the Pimmit Hills Center, with full services resuming June 1, 2026. Dunn Loring Center will close this spring for renovations and return to use as a school. During the transition, services will remain available, though locations and schedules may temporarily change in May. Key dates:

All services will reopen at the Pimmit Hills Center beginning Monday, June 1st.

English Empowerment Center Summer 2026 English Classes (Registration Open Now)

The English Empowerment Center is now accepting registrations for Summer 2026 English classes for adult English learners. Classes focus on building practical communication skills to support success at work, at home, and in the community.

  • In-Person Classes: Available at locations across Northern Virginia, including Alexandria, Annandale, Arlington, Culmore, Falls Church, Fairfax, Herndon, Lorton, and Mount Vernon. Site-specific flyers in English and Spanish are available here: https://englishempowermentcenter.org/for-students/in-person-classes/

  • Online Classes: Open to learners anywhere. Registration

link: https://form.jotform.com/251064922607152

  • Cost: Classes are $65 unless otherwise indicated. The English Empowerment Center is committed to ensuring that financial challenges are not a barrier to participation and will work within each learner’s means.

Department of Social Services- Virginia SUN Bucks 2026 (Summer Grocery Assistance Program)


Virginia SUN Bucks helps eligible families pay for groceries during the summer months when schools are closed. In 2026, eligible school-age children will receive a one-time $120 grocery benefit.

  • Who is Automatically Eligible:

Families receiving SNAP or Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)

Students approved for free or reduced-price school meals during the current school year

  • How Benefits Are Received:

Benefits will be added to an existing SNAP EBT card. Families without SNAP EBT will receive a separate Virginia SUN Bucks card by mail that can be used like a debit card at grocery stores, farmers markets, and other locations that accept SNAP EBT.

  • Additional Eligibility & Applications:

Some families may still qualify and may need to apply. Families are encouraged to visit the Virginia SUN Bucks webpage to complete the eligibility quiz and access the application materials.

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

 

calendar

Upcoming Dates

May

May 22: Day Prom for High School and Post Graduate Students 

May 25: Memorial Day - No school

May 26: No school for Students 

May 27: Eid al-Adha- No School 

May 29: Kilmer Day 

June

June 5: Graduation- No School for Students 

June17: Last day of School

July 

July 6: First day of ESY

July 30: Last day of ESY

2025-2026 School Year Calendar

 


     
FCPS Cares  

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.

 

Amazon Wishlist  
 

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.