Kings Glen Gator Bytes February 23, 2023

Gator Bytes: News and General Information for Kings Glen ES


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.


Music Concerts

SAVE THE DATES!!  MUSIC SPRING CONCERTS!

Mark your calendars now for Kings Glen Music Concerts this Spring!

  • 5th/6th Grade CHORUSThursday, March 30, 6:30 PM
  • 4th Grade STRINGS:  Wednesday May 31, 6:30 PM
  • 5th/6th Grade STRINGS:  Wednesday, June 7, 6:30 PM
  • 5th/6th Grade BAND:  Thursday, June 8, 6:30 PM

6th Grade

 Save These Dates!

  6th Grade End of Year Celebration

The 6th Grade End of Year Celebration will be held on Wednesday, June 14 during the school day! 6th grade families are asked to contribute $10 towards the themed t-shirts and $10 towards the party expenses, both payable via MySchoolBucks. Stay  tuned for more information!  Please contact Ellena Talbott with questions.

6th Grade Promotion Ceremony

The 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony will be the morning of Thursday June, 15th with details to come later.


7th Grade Immunizations Requirement Notice

All students entering 7th grade will be required to receive one dose of each of the following immunizations prior to the beginning of school: Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis booster (Tdap), Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.

  • To meet the Meningococcal (MenACWY) requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 10 or older.      
  • As a parent/guardian, you may decide that your child not receive the HPV vaccination. The school does not require documentation if a parent/guardian elects for their student not to receive the HPV vaccination.

ACTION REQUESTED: Please provide one of the following immunization documents to Chris Kamerow, KG Registrar, as soon as possible:

An immunization record showing that the child has received at least one dose of each of the required immunizations listed above.

  1. A note on a healthcare provider’s letterhead stating the date the vaccine(s) was given.
  2. A healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.
  3. A notarized Religious Exemption Form, which is available online at: https://bit.ly/VDOEReligiousExemptionForm

Need Tech Help?

Resources for parents and students using FCPS technology are available online. Visit this website for quick help resetting passwords; accessing Schoology, Google, Zoom, or activity reports; and basic computer use questions. If your questions are not answered on that page, look for the link to submit a help ticket. 


Quick Links


KPKG PTA

 

 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.

We are looking for one more coach for Girls on the Run. If you are interested in volunteering to coach, please email Britta.

Kings Glen: Magnus Chess Academy, Run Fit Kids (registration is open now!), Tiny Chefs cooking.  Please view flier for complete list of Kings Glen afterschool activities.

InCourage Parent’s Night Out (Spirit Night)

Friday, February 24, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

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

Thursday, March 2

SkyZone Spirit Day is coming up on March 2nd.  Stay tuned for more information.

Next PTA General Membership Meeting

Tuesday, February 28, 7 p.m. at Kings Park ES

PTA Nominating Committee

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.  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.


Dates to Remember

Feb. 24:  PTA Spirit Night InCourage Parents Night Out (See Above)

Feb. 28:  PTA General Membership Meeting (7 p.m. at Kings Park ES)

Mar. 2:  2-Hour Early Release

Mar. 2:  PTA Spirit Day at Sky Zone (See Above)

Mar. 3:  Teacher Workday (No School for Students)

Mar. 8:  Spanish Family Night (6:30-8 p.m. at Kings Glen ES)

Apr. 3-7:  Spring Break