Tuesday Message
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#GreatMindsAtWork
This week has been full of exciting learning and fun; not only is it Kindness week but we are officially100 days of learning and collaboration going strong! Take a glimpse at the successful test of force and motion during a science experiment in Ms. Valcour's class.
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Kindness Week Feb 13th-17th
Kings Park ES celebrates Kindness Week February 13-17
Help celebrate the Spirit of Kindness with our daily themes!
Wed, Feb 15th - "Work Out" problems with Kindness - Wear work out clothes
Thurs, Feb 16 - Crazy for Kindness - Crazy Hair and Crazy Socks
Fri, Feb 17 - I Dream of Kindness - PJ/Comfy Clothes and Stuffy Day
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Black History Month
Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Learn more about Black History month. This month our very own student run KPOV News will feature and highlight famous Black and African American people.
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 Calendar Reminders
- Feb 13-17 Kindness Spirit Week
- Feb 20 Presidents' Day - no school for students
- Mar 2 2-Hour Early Release - Dismissal at 1:20pm
- Mar 3 School Planning Day - no school for students
- Apr 4-7 Spring Break - no school for students
- Full FCPS School Year Calendar of Events
FCPS CARES
The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for families, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story, so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees at Kings Park Elementary. We love our staff members; let's tell them how we feel!
KP/KG PTA News
After School Activities: We have another exciting lineup of after school activities for Spring, starting in March and April. Details about registration is coming soon on our PTA website and FB page.
Magnus Chess Academy, Yoga, Code Ninjas, Tiny Chefs cooking and Girls on the Run (for 3rd grade girls only)
We are looking for one more coach for Girls on the Run. If you are interested in volunteering to coach, please email Britta at Educomm@kpkgpta.org
InCourage Parent’s Night Out (Spirit Night) is coming up on Friday, February 24th from 6:30-8:30 pm. See the flier for more information.
SkyZone Spirit Day is coming up on March 2nd. Stay tuned for more information.
We’re still looking for candidates for the Nominating Committee. Each year the PTA elects a Nominating Committee to put forth a slate of candidates for the PTA's next executive board. The PTA plans to elect the nominating committee at our February 28 meeting. Are you interested in serving on this committee? Please contact PTA president, Charlotte Hannagan, at president@kpkgpta.org. Similarly, please reach out to Charlotte if you have any interest in serving on the 2023-2024 PTA board.
Recurring Every Thursday: Papa Johns discount and give back. Every Thursday in the 2022-23 school year, get 40% off all menu prices, and 10% of sales donated to our school when you use promo code KPKG4010. More information can be found on this flier.
Event Lead/Captain Sign-Up. Thanks to everyone that has volunteered their time already! We are still looking for a couple people to volunteer for various positions for the 2022-23 school year, and also have positions for next school year that require advance planning. Please consider stepping up to make these initiatives happen. More information here.
Keep in Touch and Engage with the PTA. A great way to keep in touch with the PTA is to subscribe to our emails and/or join our Facebook group. Being a PTA member has numerous benefits -- it's a great way to meet new friends and become more involved in your child's school and community. Join on our website! An updated PTA events calendar can be found here. Our monthly newsletter is also a great resource to find out more about the PTA. Interested in volunteering? Fill out the form on this page to let us know how you can help! Reach out to president@kpkgpta.org if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Dotty Lin
Mrs. Dotty Lin
Principal
Kings Park ES
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