Gator Bytes: News and General Information for Kings Glen ES
Calendar Reminder:
No School Friday, May 3,Teacher Workday
Kings Glen reminds families that school is closed this Friday, May 3 and is a teacher workday. We look forward to welcoming students back to school on Monday, May 6.
Upcoming SOL Testing Dates
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May 6: SOL 6th Grade Reading
May 7: SOL 5th Grade Reading
May 8: SOL 4th Grade Reading
May 13: SOL 6th Grade Math
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May 14: SOL 5th Grade Math
May 15: SOL 4th Grade Math
May 21: SOL 5th Grade Science
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Walk & Roll to School Day
Wednesday, May 8
Join Kings Glen in celebrating the joy of walking and biking! View flyer below for more details: English Flyer • Spanish Flyer
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Secure Your 2023-24 Yearbook!!
Secure your child's order of the 2023-24 yearbook. The price is $15. Once the yearbook copies arrive at school, purchases will be while supplies last, first-come first-served. You can order through one of the following options:
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Save the Date - 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony
Tuesday, June 11
Parents/Guardians, please join us in celebrating your 6th grade student's accomplishments at Kings Glen! The ceremony will begin promptly at 9:15 a.m. on Tuesday, June 11. More information will be going home with your student next week.
Order Your 6th Grade Panoramic Picture
Any student who has not had a chance to order a Panoramic photo, it’s not too late! All orders using the link below will direct ship to a home address entered at checkout. Order a 6th Grade Panoramic Group here.
Please use your student ID as your online code. For questions or about ordering, please contact Victor O'Neill Studio.
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FCPS CARES!
FCPS CARES is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. Learn how you can acknowledge an FCPS employee.
Family Liaison Corner
School Year Calendar: Be sure to bookmark the FCPS school year calendar to keep track of school holidays, breaks, and observances.
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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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Many Thanks to Our Earth Day Volunteers
Thank you to Britta Berge Harrison, Rachel Nicely, Lisa Anderson and all the volunteers that helped make our 3rd annual Earth Day event a huge success.
PTA "Be Smart" Presentation
Wednesday, May 1 at 6:30 p.m.
Mark your calendars for THIS WEDNESDAY May 1st at 6:30pm in the Kings Park Cafeteria for a presentation by Be Smart on gun storage and safety. Note that this session is for adults only.
PTA Staff Appreciation Week - Coming May 6-10
KP/KG PTA will be celebrating our Totally Dope staff this year with a Saved by the 90s Staff Appreciation Week (May 6-10). It’s going to be off the hook! Sign-up here to contribute, and check out the schedule here! We will start with chalking at both schools at 5:30pm on Sunday (May 5).
2024-25 PTA Board Information
With thanks to the nominating committee, we were able to nearly fill the entire PTA board for next year. We are still seeking a VP, Education and Community Outreach. Please consider reaching out to board@kpkgpta.org to learn more about the position and the PTA in general. The 2024-25 KP/KG PTA Board will be elected on May 22nd at our final General Membership Meeting of the school year.
PTA Spirit Night at InCourage Martial Arts
Friday, May 10 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Our next Spirit Night is coming up on Friday, May 10 from 6:30-8:30pm. InCourage (Burke - 8932 Burke Lake Rd) will offer a Parent’s Night Out. Pizza will be provided; $35/child, sibling discount $25. Register at bit.ly/burkeevents. More information.
KP vs KG Staff Kickball Game
Friday, May 17, 6:30 p.m. at Kings Glen
Save the date! The annual Kings Park vs Kings Glen staff kickball game and end of year celebration will be held on May 17th at 6:30 pm at Kings Glen. Join us for a night of kickball, activities and food trucks!
PTA DC United Night
Saturday, June 1
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.
May 1: PTA "Be Smart" Presentation (6:30 p.m. at Kings Park ES)
May 3: Teacher Workday (No School for Students)
May 6-10: PTA Staff Appreciation Week (See Above)
May 6: SOL 6th Grade Reading
May 7: SOL 5th Grade Reading
May 8: SOL 4th Grade Reading
May 8: Walk & Roll to School Day (See Above)
May 10: PTA Spirit Night at InCourage (See Above)
May 13: SOL 6th Grade Math
May 14: SOL 5th Grade Math
May 15: SOL 4th Grade Math
May 17: PTA KP vs KG Staff Kickball Game (6:30 p.m. at Kings Glen ES)
May 21: SOL 5th Grade Science
May 27: Memorial Day Holiday (No School)
June 1: PTA DC United Night (See Above)
June 11: 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony (9:15 a.m.)
June 12: Last Day of School (2-Hour Early Release at 1:25 p.m.)
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