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In this issue:
June 19: Juneteenth Holiday - Schools and offices will be closed
August 24: First Day of School Year 2026-27
Dear KJMS Families,
As we close another successful school year at Katherine Johnson Middle School, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to our incredible staff, students, and families for making this year such a positive and rewarding experience.
Our dedicated teachers and staff have worked tirelessly to support, challenge, and inspire our students each day. To our students, thank you for your hard work, perseverance, and commitment to learning and growing throughout the year. And to our families, thank you for your partnership, encouragement, and support that help make our school community so strong.
To our 8th grade students, congratulations on reaching this important milestone! We are proud of all you have accomplished during your time at KJMS and wish you the very best as you transition to high school. We know you will continue to achieve great things, and we look forward to hearing about your future successes.
As we look ahead to next school year, we will be sending information within the next week to rising 7th and 8th grade students regarding an optional summer math packet. This resource is designed to help students maintain and strengthen their math skills and prepare for a successful start to the new school year.
We also encourage all students to make reading a part of their summer routine. Reading for at least 20 minutes each day helps students build vocabulary, strengthen comprehension skills, and foster a lifelong love of learning. Whether it's a favorite novel, a magazine, or a new series, every page counts!
Thank you again for a wonderful year. I hope everyone has a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable summer break. We look forward to welcoming our students back in the fall for another great year at KJMS!
Chris Smith
Principal - Katherine Johnson MS
As the school year comes to a close, we want to take a moment to honor and celebrate several of our wonderful staff members who will be leaving our school community to embark on new journeys. Whether they are retiring, advancing their careers, or focusing on family, their impact on our students will not be forgotten. Please join us in wishing them the absolute best!
- Sonia Calderon-Teran - Happy Retirement!
- Ashley Mies
- Yujin Ahn
- Margaret King
- Michael Kearney
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Bradford Allen
- Andrea Hester
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Sydney Luther
- Erin Perrin
- Lonnie Perrin
- Josh Stein
You will all be deeply missed, but we wish you the absolute best of luck on your new life journeys. Thank you for everything you have given to the KJMS community!
Office hours are from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Monday - Thursday. Appointments outside these hours and registrations will be by appointment only. For registration information/appointments, please mail Andrea Holmes at aholmes@fcps.edu.
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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.
Sibshops and SibTeen are holding a two day summer camp on June 22 and 23 at Fairfax Villa ES and I wanted to pass the information along to all of you in the hopes that we can get representation from the area schools.
Sibshops(and SibTeen) is a program for children who have a sibling with a disability in grades 2nd through 9th grade. During our two-day camp we have a variety of traditional camp and field day style activities planned in addition to several discussion opportunities related to their shared family experiences, and coping strategies.
If you are aware of families at your school who may have a child who could benefit from this program, please share the attached flyer and this link for the registration: Sibshops/SibTeen Camp Registration.
Activate Your ParentVUE Account to Stay Connected. On 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.
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.
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
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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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