Gator Bytes: News and General Information for Kings Glen ES
Preorder Your 2023-24 Yearbook!!
Deadline to Preorder is Friday, April 12
The 2023-24 Yearbook sales are open now! The price of a yearbook is $15. You can place your preorder through one of the following options:
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Lake Braddock Pyramid Art Show
Friday, April 12, 6-8 p.m.
Join us for the Lake Braddock Pyramid Art Show at the LBSS gym on April 12th from 6-8pm to view selected artworks from all our feeder schools including Kings Glen. There will be art, music, food, and much more!
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Spring Pictures Available to View and Purchase
Spring pictures were taken on Friday, February 23rd. To view and order photos online, please visit vosphoto.com/underclass. Once prompted for an online code, use your Student ID (your student may also recognize this as their lunch or library number). Families can email underclass@vosphoto.com for any questions about the ordering process.
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Preorder Your 6th Grade Panoramic Picture!
6th graders had their panoramic picture taken on April 3rd. If you would like to order a panoramic picture for your 6th grade student, please visit https://vando.imagequix.com/g1001086611#login. All orders placed before photo day will be shipped home with no shipping charge.
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Purple Up! on April 17 to Support Military Families
Join our community and turn FCPS purple on Purple Up! Day, Wednesday, April 17. Wear purple in recognition of FCPS’ 14,000 enrolled military-connected students.
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Parent Input for the 2024-2025 School Year
As we begin planning for the upcoming school year, our staff collaborates regarding student placements. A variety of factors such as student personalities, friendships, and academic abilities are considered as we create our new classes. Other factors impacting the decision-making process of student class assignments are new student enrollments and teachers moving to a new assignment.
Kings Glen families may assist in this process by sharing insights. Please note the following when providing information. We do not accept requests for specific teachers for the upcoming grade placement. This includes hints that reference specific teachers. We cannot guarantee friend requests nor exceptions for other students whereby there may be a conflict. We do our best to create a positive learning year for your child.
Please provide your input by submitting this form as it will ensure we have your request. Please do not email us additional information. Completion of the form is optional. However, the deadline for any correspondence is May 24 at 4 PM. Thank you for your input.
Family Liaison Corner
School Year Calendar: Be sure to bookmark the FCPS school year calendar to keep track of school holidays, breaks, and observances.
'Attendance Matters' Fact of the Week:
A study on elementary and middle schools found that attendance rates in June are 5.8% higher than April. Let's work together to end the school year successfully!
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Resources
View April Family Resource Seminars here.
☎️ Parent Information Phone Lines Available in Eight Languages
Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS. View the list of phone numbers.
Food Insecurity Resources for Families
Find out how to receive or offer support on the Fairfax County website, or view their Human Services Resource Guide for assistance with food, clothing, housing, and other services.
Free Resources for Families
Learn more about FCPS’ Family Resource Center (FRC). Be the first to learn about new workshops by signing up for the FRC newsletter. Please feel free to email Kathy Baker, Kings Glen Family Liaison, with any questions.
KP/KG PTA News
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Spiritwear Sale Reopened Until April 21
We have reopened our Spiritwear store until April 21st. Current students can ship to their school for free, or ship to your home (free for orders $50+). Get ready for a new school year now with some fresh spiritwear! (...time to get your KG gear if you’ll be a rising 4th grader!!)
Looking for PTA Board Members for 2024-25
We are looking for new PTA board members for the 2024-25 school year. Please reach out to board@kpkgpta.org if you are interested in learning more about being involved with the PTA. We are specifically seeking a VP, Education and Community Outreach, and a VP, Fundraising. We look forward to announcing the new board members for nominations on April 16th at 6:30pm at KG at our next KP/KG PTA General Membership Meeting. We are also excited to welcome an FCPS Equity speaker to present immediately following our PTA meeting - more information coming soon!.
PTA Wellness Fair
Thursday, April 11, 6:30-8 p.m.
Our PTA Wellness Fair will take place on April 11th at KP from 6:30-8pm. The event will explore 3 zones (healthy bodies, healthy minds, and healthy earth), and participants will interact with local community resources for healthier families. All attendees will receive a free gift and have a chance to win prizes; the Judy makes Juice truck will be onsite offering a variety of juices, smoothies, & healthy food options.
PTA Earth Day Celebration
Saturday, April 27
Planning is underway for our 3rd annual Earth Day event on April 27th at KG. Arrive at 3PM to help Friends of Lake Accotink Park (FLAP) to pick up trash at the trailhead closest to KG; meet at the FLAP booth for instructions and equipment. All booths, activities, and vendors will be open from 4-6PM. Please reach out to Britta at educomm@kpkgpta.org if you are interested in planning or volunteering for the event!
DC United • PTA Night of Soccer
Join us for a thrilling night of soccer at Audi Field on June 1st as Kings Park and Kings Glen come together to support DC United! Tickets start at just $25, and by using this special link, you guarantee you'll be sitting with other KP/KG families for the game.
Apr. 1-2: Teacher Workdays (No School for Students)
Apr. 5: Deadline to Submit Principal Evaluation
Apr. 10: Eid al Fitr Holiday (No School)
Apr. 11: PTA Wellness Fair (6:30-8 p.m. at Kings Park)
Apr. 12: LBSS Pyramid Art Show (6-8 p.m. at LBSS)
Apr. 12: Deadline to Preorder Yearbooks (See Above)
Apr. 17: Purple Up!
Apr. 21: PTA Spiritwear Sales Deadline (See Above)
Apr. 27: PTA Earth Day Celebration (4-6 p.m. at Kings Glen)
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