Key Middle School News You Choose - September 3, 2026

Fairfax County Public Schools sent this bulletin at 09/03/2026 03:48 PM EDT

Key Middle School Families

Important Dates: 

Sept 4: Holiday - No School

Sept 7: Holiday - No School

Sept. 9: Back to School Night (6:00pm - 8:00pm)

September:

  • Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 - Oct. 15)
  • National School Success Month

Let's all be kind to one another.

Campbell's Corner

Greetings Key Families,

Week 2 was a terrific success at Key MS! Our students are doing better every day learning our procedures and mastering their schedules. Our school year is off to a great start and we are all very proud of our students and their early successes! As a reminder, there is no school Friday or Monday. Enjoy your holiday weekend! We look forward to welcoming your students back on Tuesday morning!

AAP Center Expansion:

We received exciting news regarding the proposed expansion of Advanced Academic Program (AAP) centers to every FCPS middle school. The School Board approved a timeline for community engagement, public hearings, and professional learning connected to the expansion. Key MS is currently included in Phase 2 of the proposal, which would begin with 7th grade implementation during the 2027-28 school year.

As part of this process, there will be a community meeting on September 29 at 6:00pm to provide families with additional information and an opportunity to ask questions about what the proposed expansion could mean for Key MS. The School Board is expected to reconvene in December to vote on final approval of Phase 2 implementation for the 2027-28 school year. We know this is an important topic for many families in our community, and we will continue to share information and updates as they become available.

Drew Campbell

Principal | Key Middle School

703-313-3900

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Save the Date!

Key MS Back to School Night

Wednesday, September 9, 2026

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Please join us for Back-to-School Night on Wednesday, September 9, 2026! The evening’s events include a chance to walk through your child’s schedule and meet their teachers, learn about Key MS resources, and more! 

We look forward to seeing you there as we kick off the 2026-2027 school year!

BTSN Eng
BTSN Esp

Superintendent Community Conversations

Save the Date: Community Conversations with Superintendent Reid

Your voice matters, and Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid wants to hear from you! At FCPS, parents are partners, working with us to set our students up for long-term success at school and in life. 

A series of Community Conversations will be held across the school division. You are invited to share your thoughts with Dr. Reid and ask her questions. Events are planned for the following dates at 6:30 p.m. (unless otherwise noted):

Registration links will be shared soon. Childcare and interpretation services will be provided. Events are one-hour long and open to all. Find out about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid. 

 

Spanish:Conversaciones con la Comunidad: Su voz es importanteLa superintendente, Dra. Michelle Reid, quiere escucharle. En FCPS, las familias y la comunidad son nuestros aliados. Cuando trabajamos juntos, podemos brindarles a nuestros estudiantes las herramientas que necesitan para tener éxito en la escuela y en la vida.

Las Conversaciones con la Comunidad son espacios donde las familias, los estudiantes y miembros de la comunidad pueden compartir sus ideas, hacer preguntas y conversar directamente con la Dra. Reid. Ella estará allí para escuchar sus experiencias, conocer sus necesidades y trabajar con la comunidad para apoyar a nuestros estudiantes.

Acompáñenos en una de estas conversaciones, que se llevarán a cabo en diferentes escuelas del distrito. Por favor, vea a continuación el horario de las Conversaciones con la Comunidad. 

 

Habrá servicios de cuidado infantil e interpretación de idiomas para apoyar su participación. Cada conversación durará aproximadamente una hora y media.

¡Esperamos contar con su presencia! Todas las familias, estudiantes y miembros de la comunidad están invitados. También puede conocer otras oportunidades para comunicarse con la Dra. Reid.

Safety Drills

Safety Drills During the School Year

Keeping students and staff safe is a priority for FCPS. Each school has an emergency preparedness plan to respond to incidents such as fires and extreme weather. Schools are required by state law to practice emergency drills, including lockdown drills, each year. Schools are also required to notify parents and guardians at least 24 hours before a school conducts a lockdown drill. However, schools are not required to give the specific date and time of the drill in advance. 

The first lockdown drill of the school year must take place within the first 20 days of school. Preschool and kindergarten students are exempt from practicing the first lockdown drill. 

Your child may come home and talk about their experience during the drill. We encourage you to talk with your child about the importance of being prepared for emergencies. Please review these frequently asked questions to support your child before and after school lockdown drills.

⚠️ Know Our Security Terms

FCPS uses specific terminology to describe the actions school staff and students should take to ensure safety in a variety of situations. It is important for staff, families, and students to understand what the different terms mean and how they impact school operations.

Watch this video to learn about safety terms including lockdown; secure the building; and stay put, stay tuned. 

If students, staff, or families have a safety concern at school (that is not an immediate emergency), they should submit a tip to the FCPS Safety Tipline. In an emergency, please call 9-1-1.  

 

Spanish:Simulacros de Seguridad Durante el Año EscolarMantener a los estudiantes y al personal seguros es una prioridad para FCPS. Cada escuela tiene un plan de preparación de emergencia para responder a incidentes como incendios y tornados. La ley estatal requiere que las escuelas practiquen simulacros de emergencia, incluyendo simulacros de encierro, cada año. Las escuelas también están obligadas a notificar a los padres y tutores al menos 24 horas antes de que una escuela lleve a cabo un simulacro de cierre. Sin embargo, las escuelas no están obligadas a comunicar con antelación la fecha y hora concretas del simulacro.El primer simulacro de seguridad del año escolar debe realizarse dentro de los primeros 20 días de clases. Los estudiantes de Pre-K y Kindergarten están exentos de practicar el primer simulacro de seguridad.Es posible que su hijo vuelva a casa y hable de su experiencia durante el simulacro. Le recomendamos que hable con su hijo sobre la importancia de estar preparado para las emergencias. Revise estas preguntas frecuentes para apoyar a sus estudiantes antes y después de los simulacros de seguridad de la escuela.

Trabajando juntos, creamos un ambiente seguro para que los estudiantes aprendan y crezcan en nuestras escuelas.⚠️ Conozca Nuestros Términos de Seguridad

FCPS usa terminología específica para especificar las acciones que el personal escolar y los estudiantes deben tomar para garantizar la seguridad en una variedad de situaciones. Es importante que el personal, las familias y los estudiantes entiendan lo que significan los diferentes términos y cómo afectan las operaciones escolares.

Vea este vídeo para obtener más información sobre las definiciones de los términos de seguridad: encierro; asegurar el edificio; y no moverse. 

Si los estudiantes, personal, o miembros de la comunidad tienen una preocupación de seguridad en la escuela (que no es una emergencia inmediata), deben enviar un aviso a la Línea de Seguridad de FCPS. En caso de emergencia, por favor llame al 9-1-1.

 

Korean:학기 중 안전 훈련학생과 교직원의 안전을 지키는 것은 FCPS의 최우선 과제입니다. 각 학교는 화재와 토네이도와 같은 사고에 대응하기 위한 비상 대비 계획을 가지고 있습니다. 학교는 주법에 따라 매년 건물 폐쇄 훈련을 포함한 비상 훈련을 실시해야 합니다. 또한 학교는 폐쇄 훈련을 실시하기 최소 24시간 전에 학부모와 보호자에게 통지해야 합니다. 그러나 학교는 훈련의 구체적인 날짜와 시간을 미리 알려줄 의무는 없습니다. 

학년도 첫 폐쇄 훈련은 개학 후 20일 이내에 실시해야 합니다. 미취학 아동과 유치원생은 첫 번째 폐쇄 훈련에서 면제됩니다. 

자녀는 훈련 기간 동안 집에 돌아와 훈련 경험에 관해 이야기할 수 있습니다. 비상사태에 대비하는 것의 중요성에 대해 자녀와 이야기하는 것이 좋습니다. 학교 폐쇄 훈련 전후에 학생들을 지원하기 위해 자주 묻는 질문을 읽어보세요.

우리 모두가 협력하여 학생들이 학교에서 배우고 성장할 수 있는 안전한 환경을 조성합시다.

⚠️ 보안 용어 알아보기FCPS는 특정 용어를 사용하여 교직원과 학생이 다양한 상황에서 안전을 보장하기 위해 취해야 할 조치를 명시하고 있습니다. 교직원, 가족, 학생은 다양한 용어가 무엇을 의미하고 학교 운영에 어떤 영향을 미치는지 이해하는 것이 중요합니다.

이 비디오를 시청하여 보안 용어의 정의에 대해 자세히 알아보세요: 락다운(봉쇄), 건물 보안, 격리 및 대기. 

학생, 교직원, 지역사회 구성원이 학교에서 안전에 대한 우려(즉각적인 응급상황이 아닌 경우)가 있는 경우, FCPS 안전관련 신고센터(Safety Tipline)에 제보를 제출해야 합니다. 응급 상황에서는 9-1-1에 전화하십시오.

AAP Referral Window for New Families

Fall Full-Time AAP Referral Window for Students New to FCPS Closes on October 15 

The Advanced Academic Program (AAP) fall referral window is only for students in Grades 3 to 8 who are new to FCPS since January 1, 2026. Parents and guardians who would like their student to be considered for Full-Time AAP services must submit the Full-Time AAP Referral Form to Laura Migdal, Advanced Academic Resource Teacher, at LAMigdal@fcps.edu by Thursday, October 15. Late referrals will not be accepted.

For students who are not new to FCPS, the spring Full-Time AAP identification window is open to students in Grades 2 to 7. Families interested in referring their student for consideration during the spring window must submit a referral by Tuesday, December 15.

Once a referral is received, our school will compile information related to the student. Then, a committee of trained professionals from across the county will review materials to determine eligibility for Full-Time AAP services.

 

Other Advanced Academic Services 

At the elementary level, all students are screened each spring for Subject-Specific and Part-Time AAP services. Families may also refer their student for consideration for Subject-Specific or Part-Time AAP at any time during the school year. Eligibility decisions are made at the school level, and families are notified of the decision within 30 school days of the referral. The Full-Time AAP referral deadlines do not apply.

At the middle school level, honors courses are open to all students. 

For more information, please contact Laura Migdal, Advanced Academic Resource Teacher, atLAMigdal@fcps.edu LAMigdal@fcps.edu or visit the Advanced Academic Programs webpage.

 

El plazo para completar el formulario de referencia del AAP de Tiempo Completo para el otoño, dirigido a estudiantes nuevos en FCPS, vence el 15 de octubre. 

El plazo para completar el formulario de referencia para el Programa Académico Avanzado (AAP) en el otoño, está disponible únicamente para estudiantes de 3.º a 8.º grado que son nuevos en FCPS desde el 1.º de enero de 2026.

 

Los padres y tutores que deseen que su estudiante sea considerado para recibir servicios de AAP de Tiempo Completo deben enviar el formulario de referencia para AAP de Tiempo Completo a Laura Migdal, maestro/a de recursos académicos avanzados, al correo electrónico LAMigdal@fcps.eduLAMigdal@fcps.edu, a más tardar el jueves 15 de octubre. No se aceptarán formularios de referencias después de la fecha límite. Para los estudiantes que ya están inscritos en FCPS, el proceso de identificación de primavera para el AAP de Tiempo Completo está disponible para estudiantes de 2.º a 7.º grado.Las familias que deseen referir a su estudiante deben enviar el formulario de referencia a más tardar el martes 15 de diciembre.

 

Una vez que recibamos el formulario de referencia, la escuela reunirá información sobre el estudiante. Después, un comité de profesionales capacitados de distintas partes del condado revisará la información para determinar si el estudiante cumple con los requisitos para recibir servicios de AAP de Tiempo Completo.

 

Otros servicios del Programa Académico Avanzado

 

En la escuela primaria, todos los estudiantes son evaluados cada primavera para determinar si cumplen con los requisitos para recibir servicios de AAP por materia específica y AAP de Tiempo Parcial. Las familias también pueden referir a su estudiante para estos servicios en cualquier momento durante el año escolar.

 

La escuela toma las decisiones sobre la elegibilidad. Las familias recibirán una notificación dentro de los 30 días escolares después de enviar el formulario de referencia. Las fechas límite para los formularios de referencia del AAP de Tiempo Completo no se aplican a estos servicios.

 

En la escuela intermedia, todos los estudiantes pueden tomar cursos de honores. Recomendamos que las familias trabajen con la escuela para elegir los cursos que mejor respondan a las necesidades académicas de su estudiante.

 

Para obtener más información, comuníquese con Laura Migdal, maestro/a de recursos académicos avanzados, al LAMigdal@fcps.eduLAMigdal@fcps.edu. También puede visitar el sitio web de los Programas Académicos Avanzados. 

Attendance

Your Child’s Presence at School MattersThe beginning of the school year is the best time to develop strong attendance habits! Students who attend school regularly are more likely to perform well in reading and math, develop strong social and emotional skills, and graduate from high school on time. Help prepare your child for future success by helping them build good habits. 

If you or your family need any kind of support, please reach out to our front office. We are here for you! Visit FCPS’ Attendance webpage for tips and strategies.

 

Cada día en la escuela cuenta¡El comienzo del año escolar es el mejor momento para crear buenos hábitos de asistencia! Los estudiantes que asisten a la escuela con regularidad tienen mayores oportunidades de tener un buen desempeño en lectura y matemáticas, desarrollar habilidades sociales y emocionales y graduarse de la escuela secundaria a tiempo. Ayude a preparar a su estudiante para el futuro fomentando desde ahora buenos hábitos de asistencia.

Si usted o su familia necesita algún tipo de apoyo, comuníquese con la oficina principal de su escuela. ¡Estamos aquí para ayudarles!

Visite la página web de asistencia de FCPS para encontrar consejos y estrategias que pueden ayudar a su familia.

BYOD/Cellphone Policy

Help Keep Our School Distraction-Free

Please remind your student that personal electronic communication or computing devices should be off and personally stored (i.e. backpacks) for the duration of the school day — bell to bell. This includes:

  • Personal laptops and tablets.
  • Smartphones and smartwatches.
  • Other personal electronic communication or computing devices.

If you need to reach your student during the school day, please call our main office at (703) 313-3900. Learn more about the FCPS Cellphone Policy and Device Policy.

 

Ayúdenos a mantener nuestra escuela libre de distracciones

Por favor, recuerde a su estudiante que los dispositivos electrónicos personales de comunicación o computación personales deben permanecer apagados y guardados entre sus pertenencias personales, como mochila, durante toda la jornada escolar, desde que suena el primer timbre hasta el último. Esto incluye:

  • Computadoras portátiles y tabletas personales
  • Teléfonos y relojes inteligentes
  • Otros dispositivos electrónicos personales de comunicación o computación

Si necesita comunicarse con su estudiante durante el día escolar, por favor llame a la oficina principal (703) 313-3900.

Conozca más sobre la política de FCPS para teléfonos celulares y la política sobre dispositivos.

Special Education Conference

Save the Date for the Annual Special Education Family ConferenceThe Annual Special Education Family Conference will take place on Saturday, November 14, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Hayfield Secondary School.

Hosted by FCPS and community partners, its theme — Connected Communities, Thriving Students — highlights the power of partnerships that support student success. This no-cost, in-person event brings together families, staff, and community partners to explore special education services, supports, and resources and to build meaningful connections. 

The conference will feature an inspiring opening session, engaging breakout sessions, an exhibitor hall, and lunch for all participants. Visit the Special Education Family Conference webpage for the latest information.

Email SpecialEdFamilyConf@fcps.edu with any questions. 

Student ID Cards

Student ID Cards for Key MS Bus Riders

We distributed student ID cards to all our students who ride the school bus or use FCPS transportation services.

Students received their ID cards during their 8th period class on Thursday, August 28, 2026.

ID cards should be worn or attached to your child’s backpack and brought to the bus each day.

Students who have student ID cards should begin tapping as they board and exit the bus. Only students who use FCPS transportation services will be provided with a student ID card at this time.

We ask for your patience! Bus drivers are checking in students and may need some extra time at each bus stop while they do this. The transportation team is working hard to minimize any potential delays.

Learn more about the bus navigation and student ID cards.

Transportation Patience and Safety

Transportation Patience and Safety

Thank you for your patience as we all get used to new routines this school year. We appreciate our families following Kiss and Ride procedures and being patient while waiting for your child’s bus. 

If your child’s bus is delayed, you may access the Bus Delay Notification System or use the Here Comes the Bus mobile app to receive the delayed bus report. Email messages will be sent to announce significant bus delays. Please contact the Transportation Office at [phone number] with any additional questions. For concerns after 5:30 p.m., contact the FCPS Office of Safety and Security at 571-423-2000. 

Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE to make sure you receive email messages about bus delays. 

 

Paciencia y Seguridad en el TransporteMuchas gracias por su paciencia mientras todos nos acostumbramos a las nuevas rutinas de este año escolar. Apreciamos que nuestras familias sigan los procedimientos de Kiss and Ride, y que sean pacientes cuando esperan a los autobuses de sus hijos. Si el autobús de su hijo está retrasado, los padres pueden acceder el sistema de notificaciones de retrasos de autobuses o usar la aplicación móvil Here Comes the Bus para recibir el reporte de retraso de autobuses. Para reportar retrasos considerables de autobuses se enviará un correo electrónico. Contáctese con la Oficina de Transporte llamando al [phone number] si tienen preguntas adicionales. Para cualquier preocupación después de horas (después de las 5:30 p.m.), comuníquese con la Oficina de Seguridad llamando al 571-423-2000. 

Para asegurarse de que recibirán mensajes de correo electrónico cuando haya un retraso de autobuses, actualicen su información de contacto en SIS ParentVUE.

 

교통 관련 안전 및 양해 사항

새 학기 새로운 루틴에 적응할 수 있도록 기다려 주셔서 감사합니다. Kiss and Ride와 더불어 자녀의 버스를 대기하면서 기다려주신 가족 여러분께 감사드립니다. 

학생의 버스가 지연되는 경우 학부모는 버스 지연 알림 시스템에 연결하시거나 Here Comes the Bus 모바일 앱을 사용하여 버스 지연 보고를 받으실 수 있습니다. 심각한 버스 지연을 알리는 이메일 메시지가 전송됩니다. 추가 질문이 있는 경우 교통 사무소에 [phone number] 로 문의하세요. 근무 시간 이후(오후 5시 30분 이후) 우려 사항이 있는 경우 안전 및 보안팀(571-423-2000)으로 문의하세요. 

버스 지연에 대한 이메일 메시지를 받으려면 학생 정보 시스템 ParentVUE에서 연락처 정보를 업데이트하세요.

Lightspeed Updates

You Can Manage Student Web Access at Home

At Key MS, we acknowledge that parents are our students' first and most important teachers. Parents now have greater control over their child’s FCPS-issued device outside of school hours through Lightspeed Parent Portal.

In addition to monitoring weekly internet activity, parents can now also customize web access at home on FCPS devices through Lightspeed using Schedules and Web Rules.

With Schedules, you can set tailored times to automatically pause or restrict internet access. This makes it easier to enforce rules around homework time, family dinners, weekends, or bedtime.

In Web Rules, you can create Custom Block Lists to block specific, individual websites they do not want your child accessing at home. This allows parents greater control over what is happening online, under their own roof.

These new custom controls take effect at home, outside of school hours, and when the device is off the FCPS network. They will not override standard district filtering policies during the instructional day.

Customize Your Lightspeed Settings

All parents should be receiving weekly Lightspeed Online Student Activity Report emails. To set up these new features, click the “Log in or Register” button at the bottom of your weekly Lightspeed Online Student Activity Report email.

Visit the FCPS Lightspeed Parent Portal Guide for more information. If you have additional questions, submit a Parent Technology Support Ticket.

Parents are encouraged to discuss internet boundaries with their children so that they can understand the reasoning behind any limits and the differences between access at home and at school. Get tips on talking to your children about technology safety.

 

¿Sabía que puede administrar el acceso a internet de su estudiante en casa?En Key MS sabemos que las familias tienen un papel fundamental en acompañar a sus estudiantes en el uso de la tecnología. Por eso, ahora los padres pueden tener mayor control sobre el acceso a internet desde los dispositivos de FCPS cuando sus hijos lo usan en casa, a través del Portal para padres de Lightspeed.

Además de recibir información sobre la actividad semanal en internet, ahora puede establecer límites de acuerdo con las necesidades y rutinas de su familia utilizando las funciones Schedules (Horarios) y Web Rules (Reglas web).

Con Schedules (Horarios), puede elegir en qué momentos desea pausar o restringir automáticamente el acceso a internet. Por ejemplo, puede establecer límites durante la hora de hacer tarea, las comidas en familia, los fines de semana o antes de dormir.

Con Web Rules (Reglas web), puede bloquear sitios web específicos que no desea que su estudiante visite mientras usa su dispositivo de FCPS en casa. Así, usted puede decidir qué tipo de acceso es apropiado para su familia fuera del horario escolar.

Estas opciones funcionan únicamente fuera del horario escolar y cuando el dispositivo no está conectado a la red de FCPS. Durante la jornada escolar, continuarán aplicándose las reglas y filtros de internet establecidos por FCPS. 

 

Personalice la configuración de Lightspeed

Las familias deberían estar recibiendo cada semana por correo electrónico el Informe de Actividad en Línea del Estudiante en Lightspeed. Para configurar estas nuevas funciones, haga clic  en el botón “Log in or Register” (Iniciar sesión o registrarse) que aparece al final de su informe semanal.

Visite la Guía del Portal para padres de Lightspeed de FCPS para obtener más información. Si tiene preguntas adicionales, envíe una solicitud de soporte tecnológico para padres.

También recomendamos hablar con sus hijos sobre los límites que establezca para el uso de internet. Ayudarlos a entender por qué existen estas reglas les permitirá comprender mejor las diferencias entre el acceso a internet en casa y en la escuela. Encuentre consejos para hablar con sus hijos sobre el uso seguro de la tecnología.

Schoology 

💻 Catch Up on Your Child’s Classwork in Schoology

Teachers use Schoology to post their classroom materials online; to provide a secure forum for students to discuss their ideas and collaborate on projects; and to assign and collect homework electronically. It helps students stay organized, and it keeps the class connected.

A Schoology Parent Account gives you access to:

  • Your child’s classes.
  • Your child’s upcoming assignments.
  • School, class, and group announcements.

To access Schoology, parents will need to have an active SIS/ParentVUE account. Get more information on how to login and use Schoology.

 

💻 esté al Tanto de las Tareas de su Niño en “Schoology”Los profesores usan Schoology para publicar en línea sus materiales del aula; ofrecer un foro seguro para que los alumnos discutan sus ideas y colaboren en los proyectos; y para asignar y recibir tareas electrónicamente. Esta plataforma ayuda a los alumnos a mantenerse organizados y mantiene a la clase conectada.Una cuenta Schoology para padres les da acceso a:

    • Las clases de su hijo.
    • Los deberes que su hijo debe entregar.
    •  Anuncios de la escuela, de la clase y de los grupos.

Para poder tener acceso a Schoology, los padres necesitan tener su cuenta SIS/ParentVUE activa. Pueden encontrar más información sobre cómo iniciar sesión y usar Schoology en internet.

 

Schoology (스쿨로지)란 무엇인가요?

교사는 Schoology를 사용하여 수업 자료를 온라인으로 게시하고, 학생들이 아이디어를 토론하고 프로젝트에서 공동 작업할 수 있는 안전한 포럼을 제공하며, 숙제를 온라인으로 부여하고 제출받습니다. 이를 통해 학생들은 체계적으로 공부할 수 있고 수업의 연결성을 유지할 수 있습니다.

Schoology 학부모 계정으로 다음을 이용할 수 있습니다:

  • 자녀의 수업.
  • 자녀의 예정된 숙제.
  • 학교, 학급 및 그룹 공지 사항.

Schoology를 이용하려면 학부모는 활성된 학생정보시스템인 SIS/ParentVUE의 계정이 있어야 합니다. Schoology 로그인 및 사용 방법에 대한 자세한 내용은 온라인에서 확인할 수 있습니다.

SEL Screener

SEL Screener Parent/Guardian Notification

The Fall Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener will be administered to students in grades 3 through 12 in October. Students use the SEL Screener twice a year to share their perspectives on how well their school and community help them develop skills they need to succeed. The screener works by asking questions or presenting statements that students can think about and respond to. This gives students a way to share how well their school community makes them feel valued, included, and supported.

After each screening, results are available in the Documents tab of SIS ParentVUE and mailed to families without a ParentVUE account. For more information, including SEL Screener questions and opt-out information, please visit the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage. 

 

Información para padres y tutores sobre la evaluación del aprendizaje social y emocional (SEL)

En octubre, los estudiantes de 3.º a 12.º grado realizarán la evaluación de primavera de aprendizaje social y emocional (SEL). Esta evaluación se realiza dos veces al año y les da a los estudiantes la oportunidad de compartir cómo perciben el apoyo que reciben de su escuela y su comunidad para desarrollar las habilidades que necesitan para tener éxito, sentirse valorados, incluidos y apoyados.

Los resultados estarán disponibles en la pestaña Documents (Documentos) de SIS ParentVUE. Las familias que no tengan una cuenta de ParentVUE los recibirán por correo postal.

Para conocer más, consultar las preguntas o información sobre cómo solicitar que su hijo participe, visite la página de la Evaluación de aprendizaje social y emocional (SEL).

WhatsApp

Follow FCPS on WhatsApp

Is WhatsApp one of the ways you stay connected with family, friends, and your community? Now you can use it to stay connected with FCPS, too.

Follow the new FCPS WhatsApp Channel for helpful information and reminders throughout the school year, including important announcements, upcoming dates, tips for families, and more.

¡FCPS ahora en WhatsApp!

¿Usa WhatsApp para mantenerse en contacto con su familia, amigos y comunidad? Ahora también puede usarlo para mantenerse al día con todo lo que sucede en FCPS.

Siga el nuevo canal de FCPS en WhatsApp para recibir información útil y recordatorios durante todo el año escolar, como anuncios importantes, próximas fechas, consejos para las familias ¡y mucho más!

Health Room Update - Key Middle School 

Date: August 2026

Dear Parent or Guardian:

Greetings from your school Health Room! Our Health Room team is excited to partner with you in supporting the health and well-being of your student. Our goal is to help every student stay healthy, safe, and ready to learn.  The Health Room team is here to provide care for illness or injury during the school day, assist in managing health conditions, administer medications as needed, screen hearing and vision as indicated, and promote healthy habits.  We value strong communication with families. Please keep us informed of any health concerns or medical needs your child may have so we can support them effectively throughout the school year.    

How can you help us provide the best possible care for your student?

 Does your student require a special diet?

  • If your student requires a modified diet and will eat school meals, please refer to the Steps to Request Dietary Accommodations. Forms are available for students who require medical dietary accommodations and those who cannot drink cow’s milk and need milk substitutes.

Has your student had a head injury at home?

  • Immediately notify the school heath room and your student’s school counselor so school staff can implement appropriate accommodations if needed and follow established protocols to support a safe recovery and return to learning.

Has your student had an injury at home that may impact their physical activity at school?

Any questions about opioid awareness?

Does your student have a medical condition, require medication during the school day, or need a health care procedure?

  • If your student has a seizure disorder (epilepsy), please have your student’s health care provider complete the FCPS Authorization for Seizure Action Plan (SS/SE-385) and return it to the school public health nurse (PHN). This includes authorization for seizure rescue medications and procedures that may be required during the school day.
  • If medication must be administered during the school day, please follow the guidelines established in the current version of FCPS Regulation 2102.
  1. Have your student’s health care provider complete appropriate FCPS medication authorization forms and submit them to the school health room annually, as applicable:
  1. Bring your student’s medications to the health room.
  • If your student must have health care procedures during the school day, please follow the guidelines established in the current version of FCPS Regulation 2104.
  1. Have your student’s health care provider complete an appropriate authorization form and submit them to the school health room annually, as appropriate:
  1. Bring your student’s health care procedure supplies to the health room.

Thank you for partnering with us to help keep all FCPS students healthy, safe and ready to learn. We look forward to working with you throughout the school year.

If you have any questions, feel free to call your school Health Room at 703-313-3910 or your school Public Health Nurse, Maureen Holt, RN, at 571-585-6629. In October, PHN will be Debbie Staron at 571-544-2982.

Sincerely,

Maureen Holt

PHN’s Full Name, PHN

New ParentVUE App

New ParentVUE Mobile App Launching July 28 On Tuesday, July 28, a new ParentVUE mobile app will become available in the Apple and Google app stores. This new app provides parents and caregivers with a more secure sign-in. The current “classic” app will remain active for about six months. Families must download the new app by December 2026 to ensure they have continued mobile access to their child’s school data.

In the new app, families can enroll in multi-factor authentication (MFA) for FCPS Single Sign-On. While enrollment is optional, we strongly recommend that everyone enable this security feature.

Learn more about installing the new ParentVUE app. Parents needing assistance should submit a Parent Support Request.

FCPS Mobile App

Find out about more features of the app. Download the app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

¿Tiene estudiantes en diferentes escuelas de FCPS? 🏫

La aplicación móvil de FCPS le permite seguir las novedades de todas las escuelas de sus hijos en un solo lugar. Simplemente abra la aplicación, toque el menú desplegable de color verde azulado, luego toque el ícono del engranaje y seleccione todas las escuelas que desea seguir. Vea este video sobre cómo seguir a su escuela.

 

Aprenda acerca de las demás funciones de la aplicación móvil y cómo pueden hacer más sencillo mantenerse al día con la información de sus hijos y escuelas. Descárguela desde la Apple App Store o Google Play Store.  

 

How to pay items online via credit card

All outstanding items can be cleared through MySchoolBucks, cash, or check payable to Key Middle School.

To pay online through MySchoolBucks:

  1. Go to www.MySchoolBucks.com to establish an account.
  2. Add your child using the name of the school they are attending and either their student ID or birthdate.
  3. You will receive a confirmation email that your account has been established.
  4. Make purchases with your credit/debit card or electronic check.
  5. There are no convenience fees for using the online payment system.

MySchoolBucks Customer Service parentsupport@myschoolbucks.com 1-855-832-5226

Online Safe

Online Safety

Scroll Smart. Post Smart. Stay Safe. 

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. 
Fairfax Connector

Ride Fairfax Connector for FREE

Ride Fairfax Connector for FREE! Key Center, John R. Lewis High School, Francis Scott Key Middle

Family Vision Group Representative Opportunity

Key Middle School is seeking a parent or guardian representative to participate in the FCPS Family Vision Group (FVG), a district-level community engagement group that brings together families and school leaders to discuss initiatives, share feedback, and strengthen family-school partnerships across Fairfax County Public Schools.

Representatives serve as a voice for Key Middle School families and help share family perspectives in division-wide conversations. The commitment includes attending approximately six meetings per year, which are typically held in person from 6:00–7:30 p.m. on weekday evenings, location TBD.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or are interested in serving as a representative, please contact Deborah Vel at dsvel@fcps.edu.

We appreciate your partnership and your willingness to support the Key Middle School community.

Free Sports Physicals for the 2026-2027 School Year

Registration is now open for school athletic physical exams. All middle school students must have a completed physical on file before they can play school sports.

Who is Eligible

Rising 7th and 8th grade students for the 2026-2027 school year.

Important Details

Exams are held at FCPS high schools.

You must sign up for an appointment in advance.

Exams are only available on specific dates and times.

How to Register

Please use the appointment registration link to view available times and sign up for an appointment.

SIS ParentVUE

Support Your Child’s Success in SIS ParentVUE 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 Vickie Beruete @ (703) 313-3904 or vberuete@fcps.eduto 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. For technical support, create a Parent Support Request.

District News/In Case You Missed It (ICYMI)

FCPS News

In case you missed it in https://www.fcps.edu/news/fcps-week-september-2-2026, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

    • Community Conversations with Superintendent Reid
    • Weather Safety
    • Attendance Resources for Families

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.  

Novedades de FCPSEn caso de que no haya visto el boletín Esta Semana en FCPS, la división escolar compartió novedades sobre los siguientes temas:

  • Conversaciones Comunitarias con la Superintendente Reid
  • Recordatorios sobre la seguridad de los estudiantes
  • Recursos para las familias sobre la asistencia a clases

 

Lea Esta Semana  en FCPS para que conozca más acerca de estos temas. Si aún no recibe este boletín semanal, por favor, suscríbase hoy.

Key MS Administrative Team

Principal: Drew Campbell  |  amcampbell1@fcps.edu

Assistant Principal (7th Grade): Shawn D. Brown |  sdbrown@fcps.edu

Assistant Principal (8th Grade): Shari Peters |  sapeters@fcps.edu

Director of Student Services: Jane Flegal |  jcflegal@fcps.edu