Summer Curbside Library Checkout Want to check out some books from the Key MS Library over the summer? Fill out this form and pick them up in the main office after you receive an email from Ms. Blair confirming they are ready for you.   Children's Summer Reading Festival The Fairfax County Library Foundation is hosting a FREE Summer Reading Festival at the Fairfax County Government Center (12000 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax, VA) on Saturday, June 13, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.   Unearth a Story with the Fairfax County Public Library's Summer Reading Program Youth and adults can sign up for the summer reading program beginning June 10th online. Readers can track their reading, collect prizes, and attend a number of community events between June 17 and August 19.

SoCo Summer Strings Registration Is Open!

Exciting news — SoCo Summer Strings is returning this summer! Camp will be held at South County Middle School from July 6–17, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 AM–12:30 PM.

The program is open to all rising 5th–9th grade students with at least one year of experience on violin, viola, cello, or bass. Each day, students will participate in:

• Two full ensemble rehearsals
• An instrument-specific technique class
• A sectional rehearsal

This is a great opportunity for students to continue developing their musical skills, meet other young musicians, and stay engaged over the summer in a fun and supportive environment.

For additional information and registration, please visit: www.schsorchestra.org/soco-summer-strings

Be sure to register early to save money and reserve your student’s spot!

Lunch Balances

Please Check Your Student’s Lunch Balance

It’s a busy time of year, and we know many priorities are on your plate. As we approach the end of the school year, it is important to check your student’s MySchoolBucks account and pay any remaining school meal balance.

Free and Reduced-Price Meals

Families who earn less than 185% of the poverty level qualify for free and reduced-price meals (FRM). However, an application must be completed and submitted each school year to receive that benefit. The application for the 2026-27 school year will be available this summer. 

If you have a current balance and think you may be eligible for free and reduced-price meals, please fill out the FRM application for the 2025-26 school year.

¡No Olvide Revisar el Saldo del Almuerzo de su Estudiante

A medida que nos acercamos al final del año escolar, es importante que las familias recuerden revisar la cuenta MySchoolBucks de sus estudiantes y pagar cualquier balance de comida escolar restante. Las familias que ganan menos del 185% del nivel de pobreza califican para comidas gratis o a precio reducido. Sin embargo, hay que cumplimentar y presentar una nueva solicitud cada año escolar para recibir ese beneficio.La solicitud para el año escolar 2026-27 estará disponible este verano. Si las familias tienen un balance actual y piensan que pueden ser elegibles para recibir comidas gratis o a precio reducido, por favor llenen la solicitud FRM para el año escolar 2025-26. Obtenga más información sobre el almuerzo gratuito y a precio reducido.

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.