Gator Bytes: News and General Information for Kings Glen ES
Memorial Day Holiday • Monday, May 27
Schools Closed
We are thankful for those who paid the ultimate price for our freedom, and wish our Gator families a wonderful and restful Memorial Day weekend.
Scholastic Book Fair
June 3-June 7
The Scholastic Book Fair will be coming to the KGES Library from Monday, June 3rd through Friday, June 7th! There will be family shopping after-school on Monday, June 3 from 4-5:30 p.m. and family before-school shopping every day from Tuesday, June 4 through Friday, June 7 from 8-8:40 a.m. Class shopping times will be sent home the week of May 27. Please contact Carolyn Dean with any questions.
Scholastic Book Fair – Volunteers Needed
Book fair volunteers are needed to help with fair set up, class previews, sales, and/or pack-up for the Scholastic Book Fair next month. If you are interested, please contact Carolyn Dean, Librarian. We appreciate any time that you can give to this very fun event!
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Upcoming Strings & Band Concerts
4th Grade Strings Concert – Wednesday, May 29
- 1:45 p.m. In-School Assembly
- 6:30 p.m. Evening Concert (call time 6 p.m.)
- In-School Rehearsals Tuesday, May 28
5th/6th Grade Strings Concert – Wednesday, June 5
- 2:00 p.m. In-School Assembly
- 6:30 p.m. Evening Concert (call time 6 p.m.)
- In-School Rehearsals Friday, May 31 & Monday June 3
5th/6th Grade Band Concert – Thursday, June 6
- 10:00 a.m. In-School Assembly
- 6:30 p.m. Evening Concert (call time 6 p.m.)
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Order Your 2023-24 Yearbook!!
Secure your child's order of the 2023-24 yearbook. The price is $15. Purchases will be while supplies last, first-come first-served. You can order through one of the following options:
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Let's celebrate our 6th graders by displaying their baby, toddler or early childhood pictures! A bulletin board will be created to honor our 6th grade Gators as they prepare to finish elementary school and move on to middle school. Please send in a picture from your child's early years and remember to label it. Pictures will not be returned, so please send in a copy, and they should be no larger than 4x6 inches. Pictures may also be emailed to Elaine Stottlemyer, School Counselor.
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.
Required Immunizations for Rising 7th and 12th Graders
Immunizations are required for all students entering 7th and 12th grades this fall. Visit the FCPS immunization webpage to learn about the required vaccines. Caregivers should ask their private healthcare provider or the health department to review their student's immunization record to ensure that their student has received these required immunizations.
It is important to schedule immunizations early in the summer, as seventh grade students must submit documentation of the Tdap and Meningococcal vaccines before they begin school in August. Twelfth grade students must submit documentation of the Meningococcal vaccine. Get more information on all student immunization requirements.
Medications in Health Room
The School Health Room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than the student dismissal time on the last day of school – 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 12. Medication left in the health room after that time will be destroyed. Medication cannot be sent home with your student unless your student is authorized to self-carry their medication. If your child will be enrolled in a summer program sponsored by Fairfax County Public Schools, the existing medication authorization form(s) may be used for the summer program. Medication authorization forms for next school year may be obtained from the school or online at https://www.fcps.edu/resources/student-safety-and-wellness/school-health-services . If you have any questions, please contact the Health Room or email KGNotes@fcps.edu
Let's Finish the School Year Strong!
Student attendance at school is important all year long, up to the last day of school. Attendance has an effect on student performance and on school accreditation. See how to:
- Check your child’s attendance record.
- Help your student stay engaged at school.
- Report future absences.
- Understand the FCPS school calendar.
- Learn more about attendance resources.
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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Second Story Springfield Family Resource Center Focus Groups: Second Story will be hosting focus groups on multiple dates this upcoming month at the Springfield Family Resource Center. They invite you to participate in the groups and community conversations to share concerns or opinions on community conditions impacting safety and well-being. See flyer for more information and registration!
Office of Supervisor Storck Spanish Community Newsletter: Please see the attached QR codes and share with partners and community in the Mount Vernon district area so residents can stay connected and involved with happenings and news in the Mt. Vernon district.Residents can use this link to sign up for the newsletter in English or Spanish.
Extended Hour Immunization Clinics: Please see our attached flyer on Back-to-School Immunization Clinics at all 5 county clinics throughout the month of August. These immunizations are free for fairfax county public school students who need them. They are appointment only.
Health Department to Offer Free Speech Screenings During National Speech-Language-Hearing Month Throughout the month, the Health Department's Speech and Hearing program will offer free speech screenings (testing) for children ages 3-7 years at several county libraries. No appointments are necessary, screening is first-come, first-served at the following locations and times. Get Dates and Locations here
KP/KG PTA News
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Staff Kickball Game - Many Thanks!
We hope everyone enjoyed the KP vs KG staff kickball game and end of year celebration last week. Huge thanks to Michelle Stanley, Shelley Miller, Jen Argenta, and everyone else that volunteered to make the event a success!
KP/KG PTA Board Elections May 22 (TONIGHT!)
Join us! The 2024-25 KP/KG PTA Board will be elected THIS WEDNESDAY May 22nd at our final General Membership Meeting of the school year at Kings Park at 6:30PM. We are still seeking a VP, Education and Community Outreach. This vital position spearheads the organization of our afterschool activities, Earth Day event, and speaker series, amongst other duties. Please consider reaching out to board@kpkgpta.org to learn more about the position and the PTA in general.
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.
Staff Tastes & Tidbits
Are you looking to say thank you to a teacher or staff member for a wonderful school year? All Kings Park and Kings Glen staff have been given the option to fill out a “Staff Tastes & Tidbits” form with information such as favorite stores and restaurants, classroom needs/wants, favorite authors and more. Staff responses can be viewed here.
PTA School Supply Kits - School Year 2024-25
The PTA is once again offering school supply kits for the upcoming school year - the deadline to order is July 15th. This year we have partnered with Campus Survival Kits - go to https://www.campussurvivalkits.com/kpkg to order for next year's grade. The kits will be delivered straight to the schools before the first day of school! Please contact supplykits@kpkgpta.org with questions.
May 22: KP/KG PTA Board Elections (See Above)
May 27: Memorial Day Holiday (No School)
May 29: 4th Grade Strings Concert (6:30 p.m.)
June 1: PTA DC United Night
June 3-7: Scholastic Spring Book Fair (See Above)
June 5: 5th/6th Grade Strings Concert (6:30 p.m.)
June 6: 5th/6th Grade Band Concert (6:30 p.m.)
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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