Gator Bytes: News and General Information for Kings Glen ES
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March Mathness!
Lace up those sneakers -- it’s time for March Mathness!!! No, not the NCAA March Madness basketball tournament, but ST Math March Mathness! Homeroom classes will be challenged to work together as a team to complete as many ST Math puzzles as they can. ST Math is a unique problem-solving application that has no written directions. Students ask themselves what they notice and wonder about the environment and various tools in the puzzle and apply their mathematical content knowledge to figure out how to solve the problem. Some games will be easy and some games will be hard, but as Gators, we are always ready for a challenge! Winners will be selected from winning classrooms from each round, the MVP classrooms at each grade level, classes with the most puzzles outside of the bracket and Most Improved classes. ST Math is not required at home, but support your child in their problem solving as they rack up more puzzle points for their homeroom. Let’s gear up for March Mathness, Kings Glen!
Bicycle Unit in P.E.
March 13-31
Between March 13- March 31, our Kings Glen students will be participating in a bicycle unit in PE! All students who own a bicycle helmet are encouraged to bring it to PE each time during the unit. There will be helmets provided during this unit for those who need one.
IMPORTANT: Due to safety concerns, students wearing open toe shoes (INCLUDING CROCS!) will not be able to participate in the biking unit. However, space will be provided for students who would like to keep a pair of shoes in the gym to ensure they have an alternate pair of shoes. Thanks again!
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April is Military Child Month
Kings Glen will be celebrating Military Child Month in April in several ways. One of these is a display in the main hallway. Please share pictures of parents/guardians or immediate family members who have served or currently serve in the military. Please send to Michelle Anderson by March 31.
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FCPS Purple Up! T-Shirt
April is the Month of the Military Child and Virginia’s Purple Up! Day is Wednesday, April 19. The FCPS Purple Up! T-shirt is available for order now through March 16 here! Please share with your colleagues and school communities. Purple Up! FCPS!
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Yearbook Photos Needed:
Help us capture every memorable moment of the year. Snap a photo and send it to us: Go to HJeShare and use code kingsglen.
Stay tuned for more information coming soon regarding Yearbook sales!
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SAVE THE DATES!! MUSIC SPRING CONCERTS!
Mark your calendars now for Kings Glen Music Concerts this Spring!
- 5th/6th Grade CHORUS: Thursday, March 30, 6:30 PM
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4th Grade STRINGS: Wednesday May 31, 6:30 PM
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5th/6th Grade STRINGS: Wednesday, June 7, 6:30 PM
- 5th/6th Grade BAND: Thursday, June 8, 6:30 PM
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One Month Left for the Trex Recycling Program!
There is just a month left in the Trex Challenge 2022-2023! Kings Glen has collected 521 pounds so far! Thank you to all who have brought in plastic. Keep it coming!
Please send in plastic bags, films and wraps. The challenge is bigger this year as we are competing against other schools! Email Michelle Anderson with any questions.
School & Community Recycling Programs | NexTrex
Summer Strings Camp Opportunities
Are you looking to keep up your Strings playing skills over the summer? See below to learn more about String Music Camps in our area over the summer!
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Talking Points
Be on the lookout for an invite to use Talking Points, a new FCPS-approved communication app. Families have three easy ways to use Talking Points and to communicate with their children’s’ teachers for free! You can use text messaging, download the separate app, or you can use it on the web.
(More Information about Talking Points for Families)
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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.
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.
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KP/KG PTA News
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Are you our next board member?
We elected the nominating committee at our PTA meeting on February 28th, and are now looking to fill three vacant positions for next school year. Reach out to board@kpkgpta.org to learn more!
Save the Date - Family Fitness Night!
Friday, March 24
Join us for our FREE Family Fitness Night at Kings Park ES on Friday, March 24th from 6-8 pm. All students need to be accompanied by an adult, and waivers will need to be signed at the door. More information on our flier!
Baskets Bonanza is Coming in April!
The PTA’s annual spring FUNdraiser will be online once again (visit our website for more information). Do you have items that might work in our classroom baskets? Check out the list here and email us at baskets@kpkgpta.org. If you own or know of a local business that would like to contribute to the community portion of the raffle, please reach out to Sarah Maccubbin-Tremper. Questions about the event can be sent to baskets@kpkgpta.org.
FREE Virtual Session with Rachel Bailey
Thursday, April 13
We’re pleased to offer a second session with positive parenting expert Rachel Bailey, this time on parenting children with big emotions. The session will take place on Thursday, April 13th at 7pm. Registration information can be found on our flier.
Save the Date - Earth Day Celebration!
Saturday, April 29 at Kings Glen ES, 4-6 p.m.
KPKG PTA's second annual Earth Day celebration will take place on Saturday, April 29th at 4-6pm at Kings Glen. We have a fabulous lineup of new and returning exhibitors, including Hidden Oaks Nature Center, Hidden Gems Farm, and a polar oceanographer. We are also planning some fun activities with a chance to win prizes and will have two food trucks onsite. We hope you will join us!
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.
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.
Mar. 17-24: Spring Spirit Week (See Above)
Mar. 24: PTA Family Fitness Night at Kings Park ES (See Above)
Mar. 30: Chorus Concert (6:30 p.m.; call time 6 p.m.)
Mar. 13-31: Bicycle Unit in P.E. (See Above)
Apr. 3-7: Spring Break
Apr. 13: 3rd Quarter Ends (2-Hour Early Release at 1:25 p.m.)
Apr. 13: Last Day of Passover (Cultural/Religious Observance)
Apr. 13: PTA Rachel Bailey Virtual Session (See Above)
Apr. 14: Teacher Workday (No School for Students)
Apr. 19: Purple Up! Day (See Above)
Apr. 20: Eid al Fitr (Cultural/Religious Observance)
Apr. 29: PTA Earth Day Celebration (4-6 p.m. at Kings Glen ES)
Apr. 26-27: Kings Jesters Moana, Jr. Show Dates (Details to Come)
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