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In this issue:
June 11: Laptop Collection during Science Class (EVEN Day)
June 12: Laptop Collection during Science Class (ODD Day)
June 17: Last Day of School - Early Dismissal-12:15 PM
Dear KJMS Families,
Congratulations to the Fairfax High School Class of 2026! It was wonderful to welcome our graduates back to Katherine Johnson Middle School for one final walk through our halls during the annual Grad Walk. Seeing our former students return to celebrate this milestone was a special moment for our entire school community. You can checkout the video on Instagram -FHS Grad Walk 2026
We also look forward to celebrating our current students during our 7th and 8th Grade Awards Ceremonies on Monday, June 15. Families of students receiving awards were sent email invitations this past week.
Congratulations as well to our KJMS Track Team for finishing the season strong at last Saturday’s championship meet. We are proud of the hard work, dedication, and accomplishments of all our student-athletes throughout the season.
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
Does your student need to use their KJMS laptop for a summer program? Fill out this form to let us know! If so, your student will not need to turn in the laptop during the last week of school.
The laptop and school issued charger must be returned to the KJMS Main Office once their summer program is complete, no later than Monday, August 3rd.
Any questions, please email KJMSTechOffice@fcps.edu.
If your student will be transferring to another school next year, please take a moment to complete the SY 2026-2027 Student Intention Form and email it to Ms. Holmes, our Registrar, at aholmes@fcps.edu.
If your child will be returning to our school or attending one of our feeder high schools as planned, there’s nothing you need to do—no form is required.
The school health room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room, please picked up by the end of the school day Wednesday June 17th (early release).
We have emergency albuterol and epinephrine in the clinic if needed, if you’re able to please schedule with smjohnson@fcps.edu or rbasile@fcps.edu so we can have paperwork ready.
Medication left in the health room after that time will be destroyed. It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian. Medication cannot be sent home with your student. If your student will be enrolled in a summer program sponsored by Fairfax County Public Schools, the existing medication authorization form(s) may be used for the summer program, but you will need to pick up the medication on the last day of school before dismissal. Unfortunately, we must discard any medications left behind after June 17th.
To ensure efficiency please email smjohnson@fcps.edu & rbasile@fcps.edu when you plan to arrive for pick up or if you would like us to dispose of your students medication, 703-934-2410.
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What a delight to see our students confidently present their projects to City Mayor and Council on June 2, 2026. A true reflection of Portrait of a Graduate skills at its best. So proud of them and you will see their passion and application of their learning in the video recording (link below).
At this point students have presented to the City Planning Commission, City School Board, property owner of Courthouse Plaza, and finally to Mayor and Council members. All presentations were very well received and students received huge accolade. In addition, all students were officially gifted with a Fairfax City Pin.
Hope these presentations will be a source of lifelong learning experience and best take away from their Katherine Johnson school years. I am sure it will be a good memory to keep.
Attached are few pictures from city presentation with Mayor & Council.
Link to Mayor & Council Presentation:
https://fairfax.granicus.com/player/clip/4571?view_id=13&redirect=true
Coverage of student presentation continues – Fairfax City Patch has a very detailed report. Please read LINK
FCPS values your input as we plan future school calendars. On Friday, June 5, all caregivers and FCPS staff will receive an email from noreply@fcps.edu containing a unique link to complete the FCPS Calendar Survey.
Your feedback matters. Please take a few minutes to share your priorities and perspectives by Monday, June 22, at 11:59 p.m.
Your individual responses will be kept confidential and will not be shared with school staff or used in any way that identifies you or your student. Only aggregate, summary-level results will be reported to the Fairfax County School Board.
If you do not receive a link to the survey or have technical difficulties completing the survey, please contact the FCPS Office of Research and Program Evaluation.
The FCPS Summer Resource Guide has activities and tips on a variety of subjects and interests, from camps and activities to health and safety resources.
Be sure to check back over the summer, as more resources may be added.
Learning Doesn’t Take a Vacation and Neither Does Fun!The FCPS Summer Learning webpage offers ideas and strategies for families to keep students curious until August. Summer is the perfect time to help your student explore new interests, reinforce concepts, and stay engaged!
Mark Your Calendars!
Fairfax High School is excited to WELCOME the CLASS OF 2030.
Please note the NEW DATES:
Our Lions on the Rise Summer Experience will be held on:
August 5-7
9:00 AM -12:00 PM each day.
This program is a great opportunity to learn more about the school, connect with staff, explore activities, and ensure you are ready for a PAWSOME transition.
Families can review the 9th grade meeting PDF here:
Fairfax High School Programs and Presentations
Flyer for a PE Summer Camp sponsored by KJMS PTA. Activities include indoor/outdoor PE sports and activities led by Mr. Rogers and Ms. Tontillo. It is open to all 7th and 8th graders.
Date: From July 27–31
Time: From 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM.
The event takes place at:
3801 Jermantown Road, Fairfax, VA
Registration is $150.
For more information, contact: mdrogers2@fcps.edu or jktontillo@fcps.edu.
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Starting Monday, June 22, no-cost meals will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis at the sites and times listed on the FCPS Summer Food Service Program webpage. Students must remain on-site while eating their meals.
This year, thanks to generous support from Educate Fairfax, families may also receive one no-cost breakfast and lunch per adult at the following elementary schools: Braddock, Dogwood, Glen Forest, Hutchison, Hybla Valley, and London Towne.
Summer sites will continue to be added, so check the Summer Food webpage regularly for updates.
Inspire Health Alliance, in partnership with FCPS, will be providing school-required immunizations this summer. Immunizations will be provided at no out-of-pocket cost to students or families. Registering families will be required to provide insurance information, if applicable, but students without insurance may still participate.
Visit the FCPS and Inspire Health Alliance Student Immunization Events webpage for dates, times, and locations. Additional event dates will be made available and shared four to five weeks prior to the event on the webpage. Additional immunization resources are also available.
2026 Fairfax High Summer Sports Camps Are Almost Here!
Give your athlete the chance to learn from Fairfax High coaches and athletes while building skills, confidence, and team spirit this summer. With a variety of camps across multiple sports, there’s something for everyone. Ages, times, and costs vary by program. View full details and register at: http://camps.fairfaxhighathleticboosters.com
View the latest issue of the FCPS Special Education and Section 504 Newsletter. Topics in this 2026 End of Year/Summer issue include:
- Celebrating 50 Years of IDEA
- A Year of Inclusion in FCPS
- Advancing Success for Twice-Exceptional (2e) Learners
- Extended School Year (ESY)
- Your Guide to a Fun and Inclusive Summer
- Play, Plan, Grow: Summer Activities for Executive Function
- Keep SEL Growing all Summer Long
- New Resources to Support Life after High School
- Make an Impact as a Special Education Teacher
- Fairfax County SEPTA News
Subscribe to the Special Education and Section 504 Newsletter.
Come Row with Fairfax Crew!
Calling all rising 9th graders! Ready to try one of the fastest-growing sports at Fairfax High School? Join crew and discover what it’s like to race on the water, make new friends, and be part of an amazing team!
Check out FairfaxCrew.org to learn more about the sport, the team, and how to join this fall. Click here to fill out the interest form so you can be the first to hear about upcoming events and opportunities.
- FREE Learn-to-Row sessions begin in September on the beautiful Occoquan River
- Absolutely no experience needed
Come see why so many students love crew — your seat in the boat is waiting!
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Discover Exciting Summer Learning Activities and Ideas
Join FCPS for a free, family-friendly community celebration filled with hands-on STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math), arts, and creative experiences for students of all ages. This year’s Summer Extravaganza is 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 petting zoo, student engagement zone, and activities designed to spark learning, growth, and inspiration for the whole family. Register to attend the Extravaganza.
Students (eighth grade and up) and adults are invited to support the event by helping with registration, refreshments, and some of our fun activities! Register today to volunteer and build community together.
For more information, visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage.
Registration closes Friday, June 6, for summer camps and learning opportunities offered to all students by FCPS.
Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts (IFTA) camps will be held in July at Lake Braddock Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools.
Tech Adventure Camp (TAC) is a week-long exploratory camp designed to allow current K-5 students to explore STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math), culinary, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. 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.
IFTA is a two- or three-week summer enrichment program for students currently in grades 6-11. Students select from nearly 90 classes in art, dance, health and Physical Education 9 (which fulfills a graduation requirement), music, and theater. E-IFTA is a weekly arts camp for students in grades two to five who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students take part in four daily classes related to dance, music, theater, and visual art. They work with FCPS fine arts teachers who create fun and engaging classes
LGBTQIA + Pride Month
Caribbean American Heritage Month
Family Information Line Available in Nine Languages
Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Calendar Survey
- Summer Resources
- Deadline to Request Accommodations for SAT School Day
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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