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Upcoming Keene Mill Events
Friday, September 4 - Labor Day Holiday
Monday, September 7 - Labor Day Holiday
Thursday, September 17 - Back to School Night
Friday, September 25 - PTA International Night
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Message from the Principal:
Greetings Keene Mill Families,
The second week of school has been fantastic! Students (and staff) are settling into routines and digging into learning. It is a joy to see so many smiling faces each day.
Some students may come home and share every detail of their school day. Others may offer more limited responses. Here are some questions that you might ask to learn a little more about their day:
- What made you smile today?
- What’s something new that you got to learn today?
- Who did you get to play with today?
- Who’s someone that you helped today?
- What are you most proud of today?
- What’s something that felt tricky today?
- What’s something that you’re looking forward to getting to do again tomorrow?
- When were you feeling happiest today?
- What’s a glow and a grow from your day?
Have a wonderful weekend!
Cathy Wood
Keene Mill ES Principal
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Student ID Cards for Keene Mill
Bus Riders
Thursday we began distributing student ID cards to our students. ID cards should be worn or attached to your child’s backpack and brought to the bus each day.
We ask for your patience.
Bus drivers will begin checking in students next week and may need some extra time at each bus stop while they do this. Students should begin tapping as they board and exit the bus. The FCPS transportation team is working hard to minimize any potential delays.
Learn more about the bus navigation and student ID cards.
School-Issued Devices
Dear Keene Mill Families,
We're writing to share an important update about your child's school-issued device. Students are NOT required to take their devices home. If you wish for your student to use their device only while at school, you do not need to complete and return a device agreement form.
If you DO want your student to take their device home you must complete and return a signed Keene Mill Student Device Agreement. Please find more information here.
Boundary Study Community Meeting on September 14
Fairfax County Public Schools is moving into the second phase of the boundary study for Rolling Valley Elementary School student planning area (SPA) 8922 middle and high school feeders, and Keene Mill Elementary School attendance island and surrounding schools (e.g., Cardinal Forest and White Oaks elementary schools).
Families are invited to attend a community meeting to learn about the revised draft scenarios on Monday, September 14, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., at Cardinal Forest Elementary School. You may register to attend by clicking in person or virtual, based on your preference.
As a reminder, the revised draft scenarios will focus on addressing over capacity at Cardinal Forest, the Keene Mill attendance island, and the elementary school assignment only for SPA 8922.
Visit the FCPS website for more information about the Rolling Valley Elementary School Middle and High School Feeders, and Keene Mill Elementary School Attendance Island and Surrounding Schools Boundary Study.
Upcoming Workshops and Programs:
Early Literacy Program - Fall 2026 - OPEN NOW!
The Early Literacy program helps families, and their preschool-aged children prepare for kindergarten. Children and families meet with their class for 2 hours, two days a week to participate in fun "school-like" experiences together. Available in multiple languages.
Mind in the Making
Come to this 8-week workshop and learn about the Seven Essential Life Skills Every Child Needs. You'll discover why these skills matter, how they help your child grow, and fun ways to build them at home. These are proven strategies based on research into how kids learn and develop.
Location: Annandale Community Center |7861 Heritage Drive B, Annandale, VA 22003
When: 10:00am to noon
Questions? Contact Amal Elsayed, 703-204-3956; aielsayed@fcps.edu or Sandra Chetelat, 703-204-4351; sfchetelat@fcps.edu
Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY) 2026-2027 School Year
Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY) partners with parents to prepare their children for success in school. Adult family members of 2-, 3-, and 4-year-olds meet with their instructor for 1 hour each week to learn more about instructing their children at home.
26-27 School Year October to May - OPEN NOW!
Interest Form
Resources for Families
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.
Eligibility: FCPS students ages 18 and under
Cost: No out-of-pocket cost
Registration: View upcoming events and schedule an appointment
More information: FCPS school required immunizations
Healthworks
HealthWorks offers free school physicals for uninsured children ages 3 to 18 who are entering a Virginia school for the first time. Appointments include a physical exam, dental screening, hearing and vision tests, TB screening, and immunizations. Sports physicals are not available, and a parent or legal guardian must attend.
- Eligibility: Children ages 3 to 18 without health insurance who are entering a Virginia school for the first time
- Cost: Free
- More Information: Healthworks
For questions, contact our school’s Family Liaison, Ms. Azucena Ventura at aaventura1@fcps.edu or by phone at 703.644.4713.
Click for more information about the programs listed above.
Keene Mill PTA Update
KEENE MILL PTA WELCOMES EVERYONE TO JOIN FOR THE NEW YEAR
The Keene Mill PTA hopes that everyone had a great first week back at school. We were glad to meet so many of you at Open House and hope to see you at an event soon. We encourage everyone who is a part of our school to become PTA members for the 2026-27 school year.
There are three levels of PTA membership at Keene Mill:
- Family membership (2 adults): $18.00
- Individual membership (1 adult): $12.00
- Teacher/Staff membership: $8.00
To Join - Go to keenemillpta.ptboard.com and click on “Forms & Payments.”
PTA membership shows your support of our school, gives you a vote on initiatives, allows you access to the student directory on our PTBoard site (keenemillpta.ptboard.com), and adds you to our email list to get all the latest PTA news and updates about Keene Mill. The funds raised by memberships go to many initiatives, including classroom improvements, school assemblies, author visits, and teacher grants.
Everyone who becomes a member by September 17th is automatically entered in a raffle for some great prizes! The prize bundle includes new and vintage KMES spirit wear, a Ledos pizza gift certificate, a Costume Bingo bundle, and more.
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