📅 Early Release — October 28

School dismisses at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 28 for APS teacher professional development.

❄️ Winter Enrichment: Last Chance to Register!

Registration closes Wednesday, October 28, at 11:59 p.m. Classes begin Monday, November 2. Explore teacher-led classes, including options in Spanish. Space is limited; financial aid is available.

Fall enrichment classes end Friday, October 30.

🎃🏃 Rocktober — October 30

Wear a costume for outdoor P.E. fun during the school day! Costumes should allow students to run, jump, and play safely. No masks or toy weapons.

Only registered, APS-approved volunteers may attend.

🎨 Reflections Art Contest

What does your culture mean to you? Share your creativity through art, writing, photography, music, film, or dance! This year’s theme is “What My Culture Means to Me.”

Entries are due November 13. Send submissions to reflections@keypta.org. All participants will be recognized!

🌼💀 Día de los Muertos: Honor a Loved One

Add a loved one’s name to Escuela Key’s altar. Email hospitalitychair@keypta.org by October 31 to request a sugar skull. The altar will remain on display through mid-November.

🥫 Key Food Drive — November 5–17

Bring nonperishable food to Ms. B or Coach Fava during morning recess. The class that collects the most items will earn an extra special P.E. class!

📸 Picture Day Retakes — November 9

Retakes are scheduled for Monday, November 9. Signup details will be shared soon.

🥣 Free Winter Break Meal Kits

Each student can receive a kit with 7 breakfasts and 7 lunches—no refrigeration or cooking needed!

Register by November 15 for pickup on Tuesday, December 22. Choose your pickup location when registering.

Questions? APS Food and Nutrition Services: 703-228-8000.