Rising 9th Grade Visit to Lewis HS
 We are excited to celebrate our 8th graders' upcoming transition and help guide them as they take their next big stride in their academic journey! On Monday, June 15, our future 9th graders will be heading over to Lewis High School to get a firsthand look at this exciting next step.
This year we will be walking to Lewis High School as a group. Because we will be navigating the neighborhood as an entire grade level, all 8th-grade teachers will be walking alongside the students to keep the trip safe, organized, and running smoothly. As you help your student prepare, please ensure they wear comfortable walking shoes and dresses appropriately for the weather that day.
A completed permission slip is required for students to participate. Permission slips were sent home with students this week. Please review, sign, and have your student return the slip as soon as possible so we can ensure they can participate in this milestone event. If your student needs another copy of the permission slip, please have them contact their counselor.
If you have any questions about this event, please contact Jane Flegal, jcflegal@fcps.edu.
We look forward to this great experience for our 8th graders!
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.
Questions?
If you have questions about middle school sports, please contact our after-school specialist, Alexis Delosrios.
Key MS 2026 Jumpstart Program
The purpose of the 2026 JumpStart Program is to introduce rising 7th grade and NEW rising 8th grade students to Key Middle School. Students will familiarize themselves with the layout of the school; including a tour of the facility, cafeteria setup, and much more! Our hope is to ease your child’s transition into middle school as well as address positive study skills, time management and organizational skills.
The JumpStart Program has been shown to aid in the elimination of any anxiety and fear that the first day of school may bring. During the program, future Patriots will have a chance to meet Key MS staff members and form new friendships. Program Offerings… Jumpstart will be offered on Thursday August 6th from 9am-1pm. We will serve roughly 200 students. Spots will fill up quickly, so register now!
Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeRBoJg8xoC8qXgY9FGa4GhZlRIbC1TzLrMgnK7K_JyHJtdDQ/viewform?usp=header
PARENTS: An email will be sent with more information once your child is accepted into the program after July 13th. REGISTRATION IS ONLINE ONLY DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS Friday July 24, 2026 THANK YOU AND WELCOME TO KEY MIDDLE SCHOOL! #PATRIOTPRIDE
Kanishea Spencer
Key Middle School
After School Specialist
Building Use Coordinator
kfspencer@fcps.edu
Calendar Survey
FCPS values your input as we plan future school calendars. On Friday, June 5, all caregivers and FCPS staff will receive an email from noreply@fcps.edu containing a unique link to complete the FCPS Calendar Survey.
Your feedback matters. Please take a few minutes to share your priorities and perspectives by Monday, June 22, at 11:59 p.m.
Your individual responses will be kept confidential and will not be shared with school staff or used in any way that identifies you or your student. Only aggregate, summary-level results will be reported to the Fairfax County School Board.
If you do not receive a link to the survey or have technical difficulties completing the survey, please contact the FCPS Office of Research and Program Evaluation.
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Summer Resources
Summer Resources Help Students Stay Curious, Healthy, and Busy
FCPS’ Summer Resource Guide has activities and tips on a variety of subjects and interests, from camps and activities to health and safety resources.
Be sure to check back over the summer, as more resources may be added.
Learning Doesn’t Take a Vacation and Neither Does Fun!The FCPS Summer Learning webpage offers ideas and strategies for families to keep students curious until August. Summer is the perfect time to help your student explore new interests, reinforce concepts, and stay engaged!
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Los Recursos para el Verano Ayudan a que los Estudiantes se Mantengan Curiosos, Sanos y OcupadosLa Guía de FCPS de Recursos para el Verano contiene actividades y consejos sobre una variedad de temas e intereses que van desde, campamentos y actividades, hasta recursos sobre salud y seguridad.
Asegúrese de revisarla otra vez más adelante en el verano puesto que podrían agregarse nuevos recursos.
¡Aprender no Toma Vacaciones, y la Diversión Tampoco!
La página web Aprendiendo en el Verano de FCPS ofrece ideas y estrategias para que las familias mantengan viva la curiosidad de los estudiantes hasta agosto. El verano es el momento perfecto para que ayude a su estudiante a explorar nuevos intereses, reforzar conceptos aprendidos y mantenerse interesado en aprender.
Summer Meals
Summer Meals for Students
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 please check the Summer Food webpage regularly for updates.
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Immunizations
Summer Immunization Events for All FCPS Students
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.
District News/In Case You Missed It (ICYMI)
If you prefer to have an abbreviated way to share district news, consider sharing the language below in your newsletter. Please edit the list of topics to best fit the needs of your community.
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FCPS NewsIn case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Calendar Survey
- Summer Meals, Resources, and Learning Activities
- Check Your MySchoolBucks Balance
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Key MS Administrative Team
Principal: Drew Campbell | amcampbell1@fcps.edu
Assistant Principal (7th Grade): Shari Peters | sapeters@fcps.edu
Assistant Principal (8th Grade): Shawn D. Brown | sdbrown@fcps.edu
Director of Student Services: Jane Flegal | jcflegal@fcps.edu
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