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The first day of school is Monday, August 24th. We are excited to welcome our students and look forward to collaborating with families.
At Kilmer Center School, we value academic instruction, communication, and shaping behaviors. Our staff is ready to continue our focus throughout the school year. If you have questions about your child’s instructional schedule, please reach out to their classroom teacher.
Please let us know if you have any questions and as always, we wish you a wonderful week.
Hoang and Laura
Walk-Roll: Rolling with Inclusion
Join us for our WALKATHON event starting and ending at Kilmer Center school! Participants will walk, roll, or run along a fun loop through Gallows Road and Tysons, coming together for a great cause. REGISTRATION IS FREE AND OPEN TO ALL. If you would like to contribute, DONATIONS can be made upon arrival. All Proceeds will go toward purchasing much needed equipment for special needs students at Kilmer Center School.
Whether you walk, roll or run — everyone is welcome to be part of this meaningful and joyful day! Click here to register.
Date : August 29 2026
Time : 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Address : Kilmer Center School, 8102 Wolftrap Road, Vienna, VA 22182
Contact Detail : (540) 558 - 8784 /(540) 558 - 8782 or siblingsoftheexceptional@gmail.com
We’re Eager to Welcome You Back to School!
As summer winds down, we are looking forward to welcoming students back to our classrooms. Use the following list to help make sure your child is ready!
☑️ Sign Up for SIS ParentVUE
Access your student’s attendance records, grades, and assignments at any time with SIS ParentVUE. Contact our registrar at caoakes@fcps.edu, 571-226-8440, if you need an activation code. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE. Also, download the new ParentVUE mobile app so you can access your child’s records easily from anywhere!
Update Your Contact Information
Be sure you receive important information! Update your phone number(s) and/or email address(es) by clicking “My Account” and reviewing the “Online Verification/Update.” On that form, you can also update immunization records, health information, and emergency contacts.
☑️ Update Immunizations and Records
Immunizations are required for all students to attend school in Virginia. This is an important part of protecting them from certain diseases and keeping them healthy.
When your child is immunized, remember to request a copy of their immunization record and bring that to our front office or submit the record via SIS ParentVUE as soon as possible. Find more information on FCPS’ website.
☑️ Learn About School Meals
Families need to provide their children with money to purchase meals at school or send them with a packed lunch. Alternatively, families may apply to receive free and reduced-price meal benefits, pending approval.
☑️ Bookmark the School Year Calendar
Be sure to bookmark the FCPS school year calendar to keep track of school holidays, breaks, and observances:
- Days marked blue with an “H” are student holidays. Schools are closed on these days.
- Days marked orange with an “O” are religious and cultural observance days (or evenings, if only half marked). There is school on these days, but certain events that cannot be made up may not be scheduled on these days.
- Days marked as TW, SD, and SP and in pink are holidays for students but working days for teachers and staff.
Please note that some holidays and observances, such as Eid al Fitr, may shift, and the calendar may be adjusted.
Complete Permission Forms Today
Families can easily grant permission for their children to access a variety of school resources through the Parent Digital Consent system. Opt your child in or out of online educational tools and choose how student information is managed. Visit FCPS’ Parent Digital Consent webpage to access the system. Watch this video to see how to use the tool.
Online Verification Update
The Online Verification/Update (OVU) packet allows parents to review and update phone numbers, emergency contacts, and health information (such as health conditions and immunizations) for students in grades PS/HS and kindergarten through 12th grade. The enrolling parent* will be able to access OVU through their SIS ParentVUE account. Visit the FCPS'ParentVue Online Verification/Update (OVU) Packet webpage to access the system and see how to access this tool.
Thriving As a Special Needs Caregiver - Reclaiming Your Authentic Identity and Cultivating Alignment with Your Life's Desires
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
6 - 7:30 PM
Caring for a child with special needs can be overwhelming, exhausting, and all-consuming. This supportive workshop is designed to help parents and guardians move beyond survival mode and reconnect with themselves.
Together, we’ll explore practical strategies for reducing stress, restoring balance, and creating small, meaningful shifts that support both your well-being and your child’s needs.
Connect with others who truly understand your journey — and
rediscover that your needs matter too.
Register here
 Tiger Resources From Our Family Liaison
CPS-Inspire Health Alliance Partnership for School-Required Immunizations for Students (Available Now)
FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, is offering school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for FCPS students ages 18 and under at designated FCPS locations. There are no out-of-pocket costs, participation is voluntary, and additional event dates will be offered throughout the school year.
Military Families Welcome BBQ (Upcoming: September 9, 2026)
FCPS invites new and returning military-connected families to celebrate the start of the 2026–27 school year at a Welcome BBQ. Families can enjoy food, activities, and an opportunity to meet and connect with other military-connected families from across FCPS.
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Date: September 9, 2026
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Time: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
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Location: Lake Braddock Secondary School, 9200 Burke Lake Rd, Burke, VA 22015
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Registration: Register by noon on August 28
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Contact: militaryfamilies@fcps.edu
Mind in the Making, offered in Spanish (Currently registering. September to October 2026)
Families are invited to participate in an eight-week workshop offered in Spanish focused on the Seven Essential Life Skills Every Child Needs. Participants will learn why these skills are important for children's development and explore research-based, practical ways to strengthen them at home.
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Date: September to October 2026
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Time: This course will take place on eight Tuesdays from 10 a.m.-noon
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Location: Annandale Community Center, 7861 Heritage Dr b, Annandale, VA
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Registration: Register online
Starting Strong and Organized: Brain First Strategies for the New School Year (Upcoming: September 2, 2026)
Formed Families Forward will share strategies for supporting children and youth with neurodiversity and other learning challenges as they transition back to school. Families will learn practical approaches for strengthening organization and routines and helping children feel more prepared for the new school year.
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Date: September 2, 2026
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Time: 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.
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Registration: Register online
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More Information: Live interpretation is available upon request.
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All webinars are virtual and free of charge.
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Contact: FCPS Family Resource Center, frc@fcps.edu, 703-204-3941
Energy Assistance Programs (Available Now)
Fairfax County residents may be eligible for Energy Assistance programs that help with home heating and cooling expenses. Programs include Fuel Assistance for heating costs, Crisis Assistance for households experiencing a heating emergency, and Cooling Assistance for eligible households that need help with cooling equipment or electricity costs. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and availability of funds.
Families can review the resources below for program details, application periods, eligibility requirements, income guidelines, and information about how to apply.
Fall 2026 Parenting Education Classes (Registration Open)
The Parenting Education Programs are offering free virtual and in-person classes in English and Spanish this fall. An in-person class for parents of children ages 5–11 begins September 3 in Springfield and meets from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. Dinner and childcare are provided.
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Date: Begins September 3, 2026
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Time: 5:30 to 8:00 p.m.
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Location: Springfield
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Cost: Free
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More Information: Parenting Education Programs
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Contact: Buildingstrongerfamilies@fairfaxcounty.gov
Dads Parenting Groups
Fairfax County dads can participate in parenting groups designed to strengthen parenting skills and relationships with their children. Fairfax County residents and dads whose children live in Fairfax County are welcome, and language interpretation services are available. The next sessions begin September 8.
Free Virtual Parent Café: Body Safety (Upcoming: September 8, 2026)
Parents and guardians are invited to a free virtual Parent Café focused on helping children understand body safety. Families will learn practical ways to talk with children about recognizing unsafe situations, setting boundaries, and seeking help from trusted adults.
Back-to-School Immunization Clinics (Available Now)
Fairfax County Health Department clinics provide immunizations for Fairfax County students, including students who are behind on required immunizations or need a booster. Summer back-to-school clinics are available, and appointments are encouraged, although walk-ins are welcome. Limited walk-in immunization hours are also available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Fairfax County Park Authority
Fall Parktakes Classes and Events (Registration Open Through August 21, 2026)
Fairfax County Park Authority’s fall Parktakes offerings include activities for children, adults, and families, with options ranging from yoga and swimming to Aqua Combat, K-pop dance, and other recreational programs. Families who register by August 21 can save $8 on most classes.
English Empowerment Center
Fall 2026 English Classes (Registration Open)
The English Empowerment Center is offering Fall 2026 English classes for adults age 18 and older, with in-person locations across Northern Virginia as well as online options. Classes include beginning English, practical writing, conversation, family learning, English for work, and workforce-focused opportunities.
Most classes cost $85, including books, assessments, and supplemental services, with several in-person classes offered free. Online registration is open through Friday, August 21 at 5:00 p.m., and in-person registration dates vary by location.
Upcoming Dates
August 2026
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August 24: First Day of School
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August 29: Walk and Roll 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
September 2026
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September 4, 7: Holidays | Labor Day Break
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September 21: Holiday | Yom Kippur
October 2026
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October 12: Student Holiday Indigenous Peoples’ Day
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October 30: End of First Quarter | 2-hour Early Release
2026-2027 School Year Calendar
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