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 In observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, staff members wore pink for 'Pink Out' day on October 13.
In This Issue:
Charge Daily: Please ensure your child brings their fully charged laptop/Chromebook to school every day. Keep chargers at home to charge devices overnight.
Limited Loaners: Our spare device supply is very limited, so bringing a ready-to-use device is essential.
Replacement Chargers: Available for $29 via MySchoolBucks or cash sent to the Main Office.
Thank you for helping keep our students prepared and ready to learn!
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October 16 - SEL Screener
October 19-23 - National School Bus Safety Week
October 20, 22, 23 & 26 - MWEE Field Trip (Different 7th Grade Teams Each Day)
October 22 & 23 - Picture Day Make-ups (during PE classes)
October 23 - PTA Fall Dance - 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM (Volunteers Needed)
October 30 - End of 1st Quarter - Early Release - 12:15 PM
Dear KJMS Families,
We’re grateful to staff members Mrs. Holmes and Mrs. Marris for their dedication to earning our Purple Star designation and supporting our military-connected families. Thank you as well to the families who joined us for last night’s Multilingual Learner (ML) Potluck and to our ML teachers for bringing everyone together.
Looking ahead to the end of the school year, please mark June 1–14 as our SOL testing window. FCPS middle school testing has been moved later in the calendar to meet VDOE requirements. We encourage families to avoid scheduling trips and appointments during this time so students can be present for their tests.
A reminder that students can get extra help in the Learners Lab after school on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays (see details below). Also, we invite families to join the PTA and take part in our school community.
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!
KJMS Ready to Launch!
Chris Smith
Principal - Katherine Johnson MS
Use FCPS Cares to recognize any of our staff members
Thursday, October 22 (Even day) and Friday, October 23 (Odd day)
Did your child miss picture day, new to KJMS or would you like them to have their photo retaken? Requesting a retake is quick and easy!
Simply log into your Jostens Photography Portal and select the option to request a retake. Once submitted, a list will be given to their PE teacher and they will send the student to the photographer.
If you have any questions or need help accessing your account, please contact Josten at 1-877-515-1447. Thank you.
We are excited to announce that this year’s Career Day will take place on November 11th from 8:15 AM to 10:40 AM, and we are looking for enthusiastic presenters to share their careers with our students!
If you are interested in participating as a presenter, please complete the registration form using the link below. The deadline to register is Oct 23.
KJMS Career Day Presenter Registration
SCHEDULE FOR CAREER DAY
8:15 - 8:45: Check in
9:05 - 9:30: Session One
9:35-10:00: Session Two
10:05 - 10:30: Session Three
10:30 - 10:40: Wrap Up in Library
FORMAT
Present three sessions
for 25 minutes in a classroom
AUDIENCE
Middle schoolers ages
11-14 years old. Most sessions will
have approximately 25 students
WHAT TO PRESENT
You could cover what you do,
what a typical day is like, your
skills, your education/training,
and, most importantly, how your
career relates to what we learn
in middle school.
HELP DURING SESSION
A staff member will be in the
room with you to assist with
setting up technology and
managing students
Please reach out to School Counselor Curtiss Barnes at crbarnes@fcps.edu if you have questions.
Your experiences and insights can have a lasting impact on our students as they explore various career paths. Thank you for your support in making this event a success. We look forward to showcasing the amazing careers within our KJMS community!
Providence Elementary School (PES) Family Food Market
Event Details:
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Date: Thursday, October 29th
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Time: 3:45 PM – 4:30 PM
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Location: 3616 Jermantown Road, Fairfax, VA 22030
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Cost: Free
Join us to receive a variety of fresh produce and shelf-stable items provided by the Capital Area Food Bank at no cost!
Upcoming Family Market Dates:
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October 29
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November 19
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December 17
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January 28
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February 25
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March 18
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April 29
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May 27
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June 10
Contact Information:
For more information, contact Claudia De Paz at cmdepaz@fcps.edu.
Sponsor: Free event sponsored by the City of Fairfax School Board.
Activities:
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Petting Zoo
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Bouncy House
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Games
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Activities
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Prizes
Stay for the football game and cheer on the FHS Lions!
The festival is free, but attendance at the football game requires a ticket.
Event Schedule
Join Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid for a Community Conversation. Students, families, staff, and community members are invited to ask questions, share concerns, and discuss what matters most to them. Everyone is welcome! Click on the date to register for any of the following events:
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Monday, October 19, at 6:30 p.m., at Spring Hill Elementary School
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Monday, October 26, at 6:30 p.m., at Beech Tree Elementary School
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Thursday, October 29, at 6:30 p.m., at North Springfield Elementary School
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Tuesday, December 1, at 6:30 p.m., at Powell Elementary School (note date change)
Registration is not required, but it helps with planning.
FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will provide school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for all FCPS students ages 18 and under with no out-of-pocket costs. Multiple events will take place at designated FCPS locations.
Additional dates will be available throughout the school year. Parents or guardians may view upcoming events and schedule an appointment for their student. Participation is voluntary. Additional immunization resources are available.
Annual Special Education Family Conference
Theme: Connected Communities, Thriving Students
Event Details:
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Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
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Time: 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
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Location: Hayfield Secondary School, 7630 Telegraph Road, Alexandria, VA 22315
Featuring:
Action Links:
Twice-Exceptional (2e) learners are students who are both
gifted and have learning challenges or disabilities. Read more...
The 72nd annual Fairfax County Regional Science and Engineering Fair will be held at Robinson Secondary School from March 12 to 14, 2027. The fair is open to the public on Sunday, March 14, from 1 to 3 p.m., during the fair’s open house. Come and see the project displays and congratulate our student participants on the inspired work they are doing!
The Lost and Found in the cafeteria is overflowing! Please have your student check for any missing jackets, hoodies, sweatshirts, or water bottles. The best times to look are first thing in the morning before 1st period or during their lunch break.
Please note: All unclaimed items will be donated or discarded.
Thank you for your help!
You can contact our parent liaisons by phone or email: Ana Maxey (Mon.–Fri.) at 703-934-2454 or ajmaxey@fcps.edu, and Jennie Choi (Tues. & Wed.) at 703-934-2452 or jchoi4@fcps.edu.
To reach our social worker, Maria Marris, email msmarris@fcps.edu.
Please be sure to include your name, your student's name, and your contact phone number in your message
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.
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.
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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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