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 This week is Staff Appreciation Week! We’re celebrating our amazing team with the theme:
“Aloha, Key Center Rockets — We Appreciate You!”
Our staff works hard every day to support and care for our students. This is a special time to show how much they mean to each of us. Thank you to the many of you who shared some positive sentiments to the teacher, classroom team and/or the other many staff supporting your student! If you didn’t get a chance to do so yet, we hope your family will join in making this week extra special in any way you might like to show appreciation.
How families can help (all optional of course!):
-Donate (optional): Support the PTA plans for treats and activities activities using this link.
-In addition, feel free to have your student in the daily themes:
1. Monday (May 4): Wear ocean blue or Key Center spiritwear
2. Tuesday (May 5): Send a kind card, note, or artwork
3. Wednesday (May 6): Bring one flower
4. Thursday (May 7): Send cleaning wipes or tissues
5. Friday (May 8): Wear island gear for the dance
Every small act helps our staff feel appreciated. Thank you for helping us celebrate the incredible people who make Key Center such a special place!
 This school year has been full of special moments, big smiles, and wonderful memories. Make sure you capture them all!
Yearbooks are available now for the low price of just $10.
Order deadline: May 15, 2026
Order online: Key Center PTA Givebacks Store
Order your copy today. We can’t wait for you to enjoy looking back on this great year!
 This training covers the benefits of maintaining routines at home and how to maintain structure after school ends.
This workshop is intended for parents of students with Autism served in preschool autism classrooms (PAC), Enhanced Autism Classrooms (EAC) and CAT B secondary classrooms. Topics covered will include:
- The benefits of keeping a home routine
- Way to maintain structure outside of school
May 20, 2026
Choose one of virtual session:
10:00‑11:30 a.m. OR 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Join using this meeting link
All family members and caregivers are welcome to attend ABA Family Training. No registration is needed.
To request an interpreter, contact Stephanie Watkins at (571) 423-4110 or by email at sawatkins@fcps.edu and provide your name and contact information (phone number and/or email). For additional questions, contact Tina Wilkerson by email at twilkerson@fcps.edu.
Discover Exciting Summer Learning Activities and Ideas
Join Fairfax County Public Schools for a free, family-friendly community celebration filled with hands-on STEM, arts, and creative experiences for students of all ages. This year’s Summer Extravaganza takes place on Saturday, June 6, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at Woodson High School.
Explore summer learning resources and connect with FCPS offices and community partners. Don’t miss the Student Market and a full day of engaging activities designed to spark learning, growth, and inspiration for the whole family.
For more information, visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage.
Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (Saturday, May 9 | 10:00 AM–1:00 PM)
Free, family-friendly celebration at Clemyjontri Park (McLean) highlighting neurodivergent youth, with games, activities, food trucks, and community resources.
Contact: 703-324-7000 | https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/csb
FCPS family information phone lines are available in nine different languages. An FCPS employee will respond to your call in your preferred language within 24 hours, Monday through Friday.
Call the phone line with questions about your child’s education or FCPS, and someone will help connect you to resources or arrange for you to speak to the appropriate school employee. Learn more about family information phone lines.
 People with ancestral roots in Asia and the islands of the Pacific have been integral to the story of America. In 1992, May was designated Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month to celebrate their heritage and contributions.Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.
 Mental Health Awareness Month is about more than awareness. It’s about showing up for one another. It provides a chance to stand with your community and show that no one struggles alone. Everyone is invited to speak up against mental health stigma. Learn more about Mental Health Awareness Month on the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) website.
Mental Health Services
Your Child's Mental Wellness Matters: Access Comprehensive Services
Reach out to the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB) for specialized youth mental health services designed to help your child succeed. The CSB has individual and family counseling, psychiatric diagnostic evaluations, medication management, parenting groups, peer support, crisis response, recovery supports that include medication-assisted treatment (MAT), intensive services, and other services.
Contact CSB Entry and Referral to get started by calling 703-383-8500 or emailing csb@fairfaxcounty.gov.
Additional Mental Health Resources
FCPS has resources available to support your child’s mental health. During after-school hours, parents and students who need additional support can use the 988 Lifeline to get free, confidential guidance from trained crisis counselors on how to best help someone experiencing a mental health challenge or crisis. You can call or text the number.
Recent reports have shared an 11% drop in suicides among young people since the rollout of 988. Please note, the hotline is not only for those experiencing suicidal ideation (or thoughts), it is also available for any mental health or substance abuse-related crisis and those with a loved one experiencing those crises or suicidal thoughts.
And as always, if your concern is an emergency, you should call 911.
Date - Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.Location - Hunters Woods Community Center 2310 Colts Neck Road Reston, VA
The Sibshops workshops are for children in grades 2-5 enrolled in Fairfax County Public Schools who have siblings with support needs to meet other siblings in a relaxed setting. Celebrate the many contributions made by brothers and sisters of children with special needs, share sibling experiences, and receive peer support. Play games and have fun.
Register here
SibTeens is a community-building group for siblings of children with support needs in grades 6-9. We have fun activities, both recreational and art-based, as well as discussion activities. It’s a unique opportunity for students to share about their lives and support each other while normalizing their life experiences.
Register here
Sibshops/SibTeen Summer Camp
Date - Monday, June 22 and Tuesday, June 23Time: 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.Location - Fairfax Villa Elementary 10900 Santa Clara Dr. Fairfax, VA
Sibshops and SibTeen will hold a two-day summer camp for children who have a sibling with a disability. Each day participants will participate in a variety of fun recreation and art based community building activities and discussion related to their shared experience and access peer support. Lunch will be provided each day.
Sibshops is open to children in grades 2nd through 5th. SibTeen is offered to children in grades 6 through 9.
Register here
Please contact FCPSSibshops@FCPS.edu for follow up questions about either program
 Inova Cares Back-to-School Pediatric Health Fairs (Upcoming, Summer 2026)
Free physicals and immunizations for children (ages 5+, Medicaid or uninsured only).June 27 – Inova Cares ManassasJuly 25 – Inova Cares Falls ChurchCall 703-698-2550 (appointments required; no walk-ins)For more information, access the flyer
Fairfax County Park Authority
SNAP at Farmers Markets (April–November, varies by location)
Families can use SNAP/EBT benefits at select county farmers markets and receive up to $40 in free fruits and vegetables, with tokens that can be used like cash at participating markets; for information, locations, and directions visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/farmersmarkets/snap or call 571-340-3322; to apply for SNAP call 1-833-522-5582
For more information, access the flyer.
Fairfax County Government
Cooling Programs (Summer 2026; varies by program)
Multiple free programs are available to help families stay cool, including financial assistance for electric bills, AC repair or installation, fans for older adults, and energy-saving home upgrades; for help choosing a program call 703-222-0880 or for related program details and applications visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/familyservices/cooling-assistance
For more information, access the flyer.
Therapeutic Recreation Adapted Summer Camps
Therapeutic recreation adapted summer camps are designed for individuals with disabilities, ages 6 - 21. Recommended for campers who benefit from close supervision and moderate to maximum support with personal care, recreation participation, and/or social skills.
Learn more about camps near you!
Click here for FCPS camps
Click here for Fairfax County camps
Workshops and Webinars
Visit the Family Academy Catalog to learn more about other resources.
 Not yet a member of our PTA? We would love to have you join! You can also support Key Center by volunteering with our PTA or making a donation through our Educate Fairfax site.
Key Center PTA Membership
Key Center PTA Volunteer Opportunities
Key Center PTA Donations
 May 25 Memorial Day - Holiday
May 26 Teacher Workday -Student Holiday
May 27 Eid al-Adha- Holiday
June 17 Last Day of School - Early Release
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