Kenmore MiddleStudent Guide

Academic dates, campus language, housing, and student-life references for Kenmore Middle. Core organization is free for students.

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Student guide · School Year 2026-2027

The semester, explained for Kenmore Middle

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
School Year 2026-2027
Campus terms
7
Local details
10

Academic calendar

School Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 31, 2026 – Jun 17, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

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Campus language

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7 terms

A

ACT II
The after-school enrichment program offering specialized classes and clubs.

C

Cougars
The official mascot and the name used to refer to the student body.

F

Focus School
A reference to Kenmore's status as an Arts and Communications Technology focus school.

N

NJHS
National Junior Honor Society, an organization for students meeting high academic and service standards.

P

PTA
Parent Teacher Association, the organization of parents and teachers supporting school initiatives.

S

SCA
Student Council Association, the student-led government organization.

T

The Caf
The school cafeteria where students eat lunch.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

10 details
APS Go!
The district-wide program promoting safe and sustainable transportation to school, such as walking or biking.
Canvas
The learning management system where teachers post assignments, modules, and class resources.
Early Release
Days when students are dismissed early, typically for teacher training or conferences.
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Kenmore Cafeteria
Late Start
Scheduled days when the school day begins later than usual for staff development.
STEAM Lab
The Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math laboratory space.
StudentVUE
The mobile app and web portal used by students to monitor grades, schedules, and attendance.
TA
Teacher Advisory, the daily homeroom period used for attendance and school-wide announcements.
The Black Box
The specialized theater and performance space used for the school's arts focus programs.
The Media Center
The school library and digital resource hub.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
School Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 31, 2026 – Jun 17, 2027.
How much campus context is included?
7 approved campus terms and 10 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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  • Outdoor clubs, intramural sports, club sports, and rec center programs.
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Life in Arlington for Kenmore Middle Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Arlington.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$2,227

Cost of Living Index

150

Student Population

35,000

City Transportation

Walkability

74

Bikeability

72

Public Transit

Washington Metro (Orange, Silver, Blue lines), ART (Arlington Transit) bus system, Metrobus regional bus system, VRE commuter rail (nearby in Crystal City), Capital Bikeshare network

Nearest Airports

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD, regional), Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI, regional)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

57°F

Avg Snowfall

13 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Main Kenmore Parking Lot

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Right turn only exiting the drop-off zone during peak hours.

Campus News

Latest updates from Kenmore Middle

“No Sweat & No Stress” 2026 Fundraiser

A stress-free fundraiser launched to support the Kenmore PTSA in its community-building efforts.

Oct 21, 2026

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Congratulations, Mr. Stewart! APS Teacher of the Year

Kenmore's Mr. Stewart was recently recognized as the Arlington Public Schools Teacher of the Year.

Jun 13, 2026

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Kenmore Performs at APS Marching Band Showcase

The Kenmore Advanced Band performed 'Bad Romance' at the APS Marching Band showcase at Wakefield High School.

Nov 3, 2026

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APS School Talk system provides real-time emergency messages and school status alerts via email and text.

APS School Talk system provides real-time emergency messages and school status alerts via email and text.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Kenmore Middle

NVCC Virtual Information Session

November 10, 2026

Virtual

A virtual session for parents and students to learn more about academic opportunities at Northern Virginia Community College (NVCC).

Holiday: Veterans Day

November 11, 2026

Kenmore Middle School

School closed in observance of Veterans Day.

School Board Meeting

November 12, 2026

Arlington Public Schools District Site

Regular meeting of the Arlington School Board, broadcast live on Comcast Channel 70 and Verizon FIOS Channel 41.

PTSA Meeting

November 17, 2026

Zoom

Monthly meeting of the Kenmore PTSA, held at 7:30 PM with Spanish translation available.

School Board Work Sessions

November 17, 2026

Arlington Public Schools District Site

A series of work sessions held by the School Board from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Holiday: Thanksgiving Break

November 25, 2026

Kenmore Middle School

Schools closed for Thanksgiving holiday break from November 25 to November 27.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

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