Gator Bytes: News and General Information for Kings Glen ES
COVID Update - FCPS
FCPS has seen a recent increase in COVID-19 cases and outbreaks and parents/legal guardians are reminded of the daily health screening requirement to check their students for mild, cold-like symptoms each day, such as fever, runny nose, cough, or shortness of breath. Parents and guardians are advised to keep their students home if sick and get them tested to help stop the spread of COVID-19.
VaxUp
We continue to encourage everyone to get vaccinated or boosted as soon as they are eligible. COVID-19 vaccination keeps children safely in school and childcare settings, and also while participating in sports, playdates, extracurricular activities, and other group activities. Strong community vaccination rates help keep our schools safe for in-person learning. To learn more about the COVID-19 vaccine, or to find a vaccine provider, visit the Fairfax County Health Department website.
Masking
As a reminder, students may return to school after five days of isolation if they are fever-free for 24 hours (without the use of fever-reducing medication) and symptoms are improving. As recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) individuals should continue to wear a well-fitting mask around others at home and in public for five additional days (day six through day 10) after the end of the five day isolation period. If individuals are unable to wear a mask when around others, they should continue to isolate for a full 10 days at home. While not required, wearing a mask while indoors is still considered an important way to protect yourself and others. Families are encouraged to discuss mask wearing as an additional layered prevention strategy.
Additional recommendations to prevent COVID-19 are available online.
College Awareness Spirit Week
May 23-May 27
Let's celebrate our 6th graders by displaying early childhood pictures!!
Please send in a picture from your child's early years... from whenever that may be! It's always fun to see how our Gators have grown! (Pictures should be no larger than 4x6 inches). Please note that pictures will not be returned, so copies are best. A bulletin board will be created to honor how much they have grown as they prepare to finish elementary school and move on to middle school. Please send pictures to the attention of Elaine Stottlemyer, School Counselor, or email to: etstottlemy1@fcps.edu
Missing Something?
Please be sure to check the Kings Glen Lost and Found for any missing items before June 3. All items will be donated after this date. Looking for something particular? Email Michelle Anderson or call 703-239-4003 to ask about items.
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Reminder: Spring Chorus Concert
Monday, May 23
On Monday, May 23rd, 5th and 6th Grade Chorus will perform their chorus songs over a live stream to the school at 1:05 p.m., during the first 4th grade specials block. This performance will also be recorded.
On the evening of Monday, May 23rd at 6:00 p.m., the Chorus will line up on the black top outside to perform their songs again for family and friends, who are invited to bring camping chairs or blankets to sit out and enjoy the show on what we hope will be a beautiful, warm spring evening. Chorus members should arrive promptly at 6:00 p.m. for a 10-minute warmup before we begin the concert. Families may set up their own chairs during the warmup. We anticipate being finished by 7 p.m. at the latest. Dress code TBA shortly.
In the event of rain, the afternoon recording will be posted in Gator Greetings for families to enjoy at home.
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Reminder: 4th Grade Strings Concert
Wednesday, May 25
Assembly for students during the day; evening concert at 7:00 PM for parents and friends. Students should arrive no later than 6:30 PM for the evening concert. Concert dress is dark pants or dresses, white tops or dresses. Please email Dr. Keenan with any questions.
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Coming Up: 5th/6th Grade Strings Concert
Tuesday June 7
Assembly during the day for students; evening concert at 6:30 PM for parents.
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Reminder: Spring Band Concert Dates
Wednesday, June 1: 5th/6th Grade Band Rehearsal and Band Concert (all band students need to bring their instrument to school). 6:30 PM concert on this night at Kings Glen.
Thursday, June 2: 5th/6th Grade Band School Assembly (all band students must bring their instrument to school). Morning assembly during the school day.
More information coming soon. Please email Ms. VanValkenburg with any questions.
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KG Talent Show and One Act Play
June 8, 6-7 pm
Kings Glen students will have the opportunity to submit audition videos to be a part of our evening of outdoor performances. We are looking for creative and talented students – singing, dancing, playing instruments, performing magic tricks, or whatever else may wow the crowd! Solos and group acts welcome. The evening will also include a 25 minute one-act play for students looking for an acting opportunity. Students should look in Tuesday folders and on Gator Greetings for more information on how to audition and the rehearsal schedule.
We will need parent volunteers to help with stage and sound set up. To volunteer, or ask any questions, please email swteegarden@fcps.edu.
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Adopt a KG Garden Bed this Summer!
We have raised garden beds that can be adopted at Kings Glen Elementary this summer! If you are interested in adopting a garden bed, please complete the form below. If you have questions, please reach out to Lisa Rode. We will notify you by email if you have been chosen to adopt a bed and will let you know which plot is yours to use this summer. Please submit this form by June 1, 2022.
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Summer Camp Opportunities at Lake Braddock
Deadline to Register Friday, May 20th
We are excited to offer summer camp opportunities in Dance, Baseball, Volleyball, and girls' Basketball to our future Bruins. Please see flyer for more information on dates, fees and registration.
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Health and Safety Reminders
KGES Character Strengths: The Positivity Project
Kings Glen ES is a Partner School in the Positivity Project (P2), where one "character strength" is featured each week.
P2 for Families 1-1-3 is an easy and effective way for families to discuss the importance of character strengths and positive relationships. Click on any character strength to learn more. You’ll find 1 quote, 1 video, and 3 questions to help you and your children discuss The Positivity Project’s character strength of the week. Please see below to access P2 resources:
Enjoy discussing this week's Character Strength with your children at home!
May 16 - May 20 ~ "Integrity" Character Strength
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KP/KG PTA News
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PTA Meeting & Volunteer Appreciation Social
Wednesday, May 18 at 7 p.m.
The PTA plans to host this meeting IN PERSON on Wednesday, May 18 at 7:00 p.m. in the Burke Station Square Community Room (5820 Ridge Ford Drive). This will be our final meeting of the 2021-2022 school year. Refreshments will be served and the winners of our 2022-2023 PTA Board election will be announced!
End of School Celebration
Thursday, June 2, 6:30 p.m.
Please join the PTA for a fun end of school year event on Thursday, June 2 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Kings Glen. The PTA plans to offer food trucks and games for all!
We are specifically looking for a few community organizations interested in selling some desserts/sweet goods during this event. Please email kpkgpta@gmail.com if you're interested in fundraising for your organization.
May 18: PTA Meeting/Volunteer Appreciation Social (See Above)
May 20: Class Placement Letters Due (See Above)
May 23: Chorus Concert (afternoon assembly / 6:00 p.m. outdoor concert)
May 25: 4th Grade Strings (afternoon assembly / 7:00 p.m. concert)
May 30: Memorial Day (No School)
June 1: 5th/6th Grade Band (daytime rehearsal / 6:30 p.m. concert)
June 1: Deadline to submit request to Adopt-A-Garden Bed
June 2: 5th/6th Grade Band (morning assembly)
June 2: PTA End of Year Celebration (6:30-7:30 p.m. at Kings Glen ES)
June 3: Last Day to pick up Lost-and Found items
June 7: 5th/6th Grade Strings (afternoon assembly / 6:30 p.m. concert)
June 8: 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony
June 8: KGES Talent Show & One-Act Play (6-7 p.m.)
June 10: Last Day of School (Students Dismiss at 1:25 p.m.)
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