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In this issue:
June 15 - 7th & 8th Ceremony Awards Day-By Invitation Only
June 16 - Annual Activity Day
June 17: Last Day of School - Early Dismissal-12:15 PM- Grab & Go Lunch
June 19: Juneteenth Holiday - Schools and offices will be closed
August 24: First Day of School Year 2026-27
Dear KJMS Families,
We have officially completed the last full week of the 2026-27 school year! As we head into our final three days together, I want to thank our students, staff, and families for their hard work, support, and partnership throughout the year.
While excitement is building for summer break, it is important to remember that our expectations for student behavior remain unchanged through the final day of school. We expect all students to continue demonstrating the respect, responsibility, and positive citizenship that help make Katherine Johnson Middle School a great place to learn.
We look forward to celebrating our students during upcoming grade-level awards events and our activity day. These events provide wonderful opportunities to recognize student accomplishments and end the school year on a positive note.
As a reminder, students will be dismissed at 12:15 p.m. on Wednesday, June 17, the final day of school. Please plan accordingly for student transportation and pickup.
Thank you for helping us finish the school year strong. We look forward to a great final few days with our Eagles!
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
Please see some important reminders below:
- Remind your student to return all school library books, instruments, FCPS laptops and charger.
- Check your student's MySchoolBucks account and pay any balances.
- Pick up any medications your child has been taking at school. A parent/guardian must pick them up in person by June 17 at 12:15 PM. See more detail below.
Bookmark the 2026-27 school year calendar to be ready for next year.
Have a great summer!
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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.
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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Important Cellphone Update for Rising Ninth Graders:
New Bell-to-Bell Policy Starts July 1
Under a new Virginia cellphone law (SB108) and the updated FCPS Cellphone Policy, high school students at FCPS will no longer be able to use cellphones and other smart devices during lunch time, starting July 1. This includes watches that serve a dual purpose, such as smart watches, as well as earbuds, headsets, smart glasses, and other items connected to the internet.
During the school day, including during lunch time, high school students will have to keep cellphones and other smart devices off and stored in a locker, backpack, pouch, purse, etc. This policy does not apply to school-issued devices. Visit the FCPS Cellphone Policy webpage for more information.
Through June, you will receive your child’s spring assessment results. If you aren’t sure what assessments your child took this year, you can view a list of tests by grade level on the FCPS website.
Most scores are available in SIS ParentVUE. Visit FCPS’ website for additional information about how test results are reported to families.
Websites for each test provide report translations and help with understanding test results. Please contact our front office with any testing questions or for additional information about how our school and teachers use test results to support student success.
Signing up for a SIS ParentVUE account helps you to support your child’s academic success! Caregivers can view important information like attendance, grades, progress reports, and assessment scores through ParentVUE.
Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. It is available online and as a mobile app for Apple and Android devices.
Need help creating a SIS ParentVue account? This video walks through the steps. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE.
If you already have an account, be sure your contact information is up to date. Parents/guardians can update their phone numbers or email addresses in the Parent/Guardian section. View additional details about ParentVUE.
Activate Your ParentVUE Account to Stay ConnectedOn Wednesday, July 29, FCPS families who haven't activated their ParentVUE account will receive an email with the subject “Fairfax County Public Schools ParentVUE Activation Letter.”
The email will include instructions to activate a ParentVUE account. If you don’t have an account and don’t receive the email, please check your spam folder or open a Parent Support Request. After July 29, families may also contact Ms. Holmes at aholmes@fcps.edu, our school registrar to request a printed activation letter or a new activation key, if needed.
All families are encouraged to activate their accounts as soon as possible to ensure they receive immediate access to important student information and school communications.
For assistance activating your account, please contact our front office at 703-934-2400 and press "0". For technical support, create a Parent Support Request.
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
Lions on the Rise
CLASS OF 2030
Join us for our 8th annual Fairfax High School “Lions on the Rise” for incoming 9th graders. This 3-day event will run from August 4th-6th, 9AM to 12PM each day.
The program includes: games, snacks, new friends, team building, Fairfax spirit wear, a tour of the school, and so much more!
Upperclass students, teachers, counselors and administrators will answer your questions and help you to prepare for a great 2026-2027 school year!
Sign-ups on MySchoolBucks will start the first week of July.
You can follow @ffxleadership on Instagram to learn about this event. We will be sending more information directly to you this summer.
Thank you,
Fairfax High School Administrative Team
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.
The Fairfax County Police Department encourages teens and parents to stay informed, have open conversations about digital safety, and practice smart online habits throughout the summer months. Read recommendations to stay safe online this summer.
Strong communication is key to supporting your student's mental health. FCPS provides guidance on how to have short, impactful conversations with your teen about difficult subjects such as fentanyl and overdoses.
Learn more about how to have conversations with your child in a way that will make you unskippable.
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
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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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:
- Celebrating Graduates
- Early Release Days for Next Year
- SAT School Day Accommodations
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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