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Important Dates:
Sept. 21: Holiday - Yom Kippur (No School)
Sept. 23: TJHSST Information Night @ Key MS (6:00pm - 7:00pm)
September:
- Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 - Oct. 15)
- Attendance Awareness Month
- National School Success Month
Let's all be kind to one another.
Marcia St. John-Cunning
Franconia District School Board Member
 Click HERE for the Welcome video in English.
Haga clic AQUI para ver el video de bienvenida en espanol.
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Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST) Information Session
A representative from the TJ Admissions Office will deliver a presentation on September 23rd from 6pm-7pm in the Lecture Hall at Key MS. 7th and 8th grade families interested in learning about TJHSST and the admissions process are invited to attend.
Students who meet the following criteria can apply: ✔️ Currently in 8th grade ✔️ Enrolled in Algebra I Honors or a higher-level math course ✔️ Taking Science Honors and at least one other honors course (e.g., English, Civics, or identified as a Young Scholar)
✔️ Earned a 3.5 GPA (Grade Point Average) or higher in Math, Science, Social Studies, and English
✔️ Passionate about STEM
View the full, up-to-date eligibility criteria, along with GPA information:
https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements
The application window runs between October 5 – 30. To learn more about the TJHSST admissions process, please visit https://www.fcps.edu/tjadmissions and email questions to TJAdmissions@fcps.edu.
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Full-Time Advanced Academic Programs (AAP)
Fall and Winter Screening
Key Middle School Families,
If you are interested in having your student screened for Full-Time Advanced Academic Programs (AAP) in middle school, please review the screening windows and key details below.
For questions or guidance throughout the process, please contact Laura Migdal, Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART), at lamigdal@fcps.edu.
Screening Deadlines & Eligibility
- Fall Screening (Deadline: October 15)
- Restricted exclusively to students who have newly enrolled in FCPS since January.
- Spring Screening (Deadline: December 15)
- Open to all currently enrolled FCPS students. Referrals may be submitted by parents, teachers, or administrators starting from the first day of school. Please note: Late referrals cannot be accepted.
Resources For comprehensive details on the screening process and program options, please visit the FCPS AAP Family Resources Page.
Laura Migdal she/her
K e y M i d d l e S c h o o l
A A R T | A V I D
2e Resources
Twice Exceptional Students
Fairfax County Public Schools is committed to challenging all students through talent development and differentiated instruction. Twice-Exceptional (2e) learners are students who are both gifted and have learning challenges or disabilities.
Families can learn more about 2e learners, how to support them, and how to partner with schools on the 2e webpage, which also includes a link to the Special Education Handbook.
New information, including printable flyers, has been added under the heading Supporting 2e Learners in FCPS.
For more information, please contact Nikita Parmar at (703) 313-3984.
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Theatre Department News
“Hello Key Families! Some news from our Theatre Department: Auditions for Shrek Jr. will be happening next week! We have an audition workshop taking place on Monday, September, 14th after school, for anyone who would like some help preparing! Auditions themselves will be on Tuesday, September, 15th and Wednesday, September, 16th after school. Callbacks will be on Thursday, September, 17th. Students can use this link to sign up for an audition slot! Don't know what to prepare? Visit this link to see some audition options! Hope to see you there!”
Thank you,
Ashley Promisel
Arts & Design Department Chair
Theatre Teacher
Key Middle School
Patriot Performers Theatre Co.
703-822-8526
Apromisel1@fcps.edu
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Attendance
Everyday Counts: Setting Your Child Up for Success
September is Attendance Awareness Month! There are many ways parents and caregivers can help their children create healthy routines and make a habit of getting to school on time every day. Some examples include:
- Set a regular bedtime and morning routine.
- Lay out clothes and pack backpacks the night before.
- If your child seems anxious about going to school, talk to teachers, school counselors, or other caregivers for advice on how to make them feel comfortable and excited about learning.
- Develop back-up plans for coming to school if something comes up. Call on a family member, a neighbor, or another caregiver.
- When possible, avoid medical appointments or extended trips when school is in session.
Please visit the FCPS website for more attendance tips and resources. Attend today, achieve tomorrow!
Spanish:
Cada Día Cuenta: Preparando a su Hijo para el Éxito
Septiembre es el Mes de la Concientización de la Asistencia a Clases. Existen muchas formas en las cuales los padres y cuidadores pueden ayudar a sus niños a crear rutinas saludables y a crear el hábito de asistir puntualmente, cada día, a clases. Algunos ejemplos de estas formas incluyen:
- Establezca rutinas para acostarse y levantarse (¿Necesita ayuda haciéndolo? Descargue esta lista de pasos en inglés o español).
- Prepare su ropa y su mochila la noche
- Si su niño se siente ansioso acerca de ir a la escuela, hable con sus maestros, consejeros u otros padres para que reciba consejos sobre cómo hacerles sentir cómodos y entusiasmados de aprender.
- Haga planes alternativos para llegar a la escuela en caso de que algo inesperado ocurra. Pídale ayuda a algún familiar, a un vecino o a otro padre.
- Siempre que pueda, evite hacer citas médicas o viajes largos cuando haya clases.
- Visite nuestra página web para que encuentre más consejos y recursos sobre la asistencia a clases. ¡Asistir a clases hoy, es alcanzar el mañana!
Suzanne Corcoran, Med
School Counselor (703)313-3943 Suzanne.Corcoran@fcps.edu
Mental Health and Emergancy Numbers
Superintendent Community Conversations
Superintendent Community Conversations
Join us for a series of Community Conversations that will be held across the school division. Share your thoughts with Dr. Reid and ask her questions. Click on the date to register for any of the following events:
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Wednesday, September 16, 6:45 p.m., at McNair Elementary School
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Monday, September 28, at 6:30 p.m., at Riverside Elementary School
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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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Friday, November 13, at 6:30 p.m., at Powell Elementary School
Registration is not required, but it helps with planning.
Spanish:
Conversaciones Comunitarias Directamente con la Dra. ReidAcompáñenos en una serie de Conversaciones Comunitarias que se llevarán a cabo en diferentes lugares de la división escolar. Estas reuniones están abiertas a todos, incluyendo familias, estudiantes, y miembros de la comunidad. Puede asistir al evento que le resulte más conveniente, aunque no se lleve a cabo en su escuela o comunidad. Esta es una oportunidad para compartir sus opiniones, conversar directamente con la Dra. Reid y hacerle preguntas sobre temas importantes para nuestra comunidad de FCPS.
No es necesario inscribirse, pero hacerlo nos ayuda con la planificación.
Reporting Discrimination or Harassment
Reporting Discrimination or Harassment
FCPS is committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for people of all races, national origins, and ethnicities. Individuals experiencing harassment or discrimination should report the incident as soon as possible.
Spanish:
Cómo reportar discriminación o acoso
FCPS está comprometido a brindar un entorno seguro, acogedor e inclusivo para personas de todas las razas, orígenes nacionales y etnias. Las personas que sean víctimas de acoso o discriminación deben reportar el incidente lo antes posible.
Students Rights & Responsibilities (SR&R)
Review and Sign the SR&R by September 30
The FCPS Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R) booklet explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses to enhance school safety and to create a fair, equitable, and supportive school environment. This year’s SR&R includes new Universal Grade Matrices, which are at-a-glance charts that make it easier for families to see behavior expectations and school responses for grades K-3, 4-8, and 9-12.
Families, please review the SR&R and discuss these expectations with your child. Be sure to sign the SR&R acknowledgement form by Wednesday, September 30, either by logging into SIS ParentVUE or signing and returning the Signature Sheet to your child’s school.
Learn more by watching a short video about the SR&R (available in |
