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KPES Grows in Leadership Staffing for School Year 2024-2025
I am thrilled to announce that KPES has been allocated a second Assistant Principal to support the overall growth in enrollment and programing at KPES. During the month of April several interview panels were convened and with input from local school staff, KPKG PTA and the Region 4 leadership office, I am pleased to announce that Anna Kaplan has been selected to join KPES on July 9, 2024.
Anna Kaplan is completing her 3rd year as an assistant principal for a PK3 through 8th grade school in Washington D.C. where she has also served as a 4th and 5th grade teacher and interventionist. Before that, she taught 2nd grade at a PK-5 school in Ward 7.
Anna Kaplan earned her Bachelor’s in Elementary Education from Wake Forest University and her Master’s from The George Washington University. Her experience in education has been defined by a deep commitment to inclusion, strong instruction, equitable practice, and family engagement. As a former reading teacher and reading specialist, her passion lies in foundational literacy, and is committed to the holistic development of all students in STEM, the arts and social and emotional learning.
Welcome Anna!
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Looking Ahead
- May 23 Meet me at the Library @Kings Park Public Library 5-6pm
- May 27 Memorial Day Holiday no school for students and staff
- May 31 Library Books are Due
- June 6 Field Day Grade 2 9:15-11:30am
- June 6 Field Day Grade 1 12:30-2:45pm
- June 7 Field Day Grade 3 9:15-11:30am
- June 7 Field Day Grade K 12:30-2:45
- June 12 Last Day for Students
- Check out the 2024-2025 School Year Calendar
Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow.
We All Belong Here!
In FCPS, we all belong. From the first day of school, to the last day of school, every child matters. If your student is having a hard time finishing the year strong and attending school, please contact a trusted adult at the school—a teacher, counselor, or administrator. Visit FCPS’ website for more attendance resources.
Asiste a la escuela hoy; para tener éxito mañana. ¡Todo Pertenecemos Aqui!Todos pertenecemos a FCPS. Desde el primer día de escuela, hasta el último día de escuela, cada niño importa. Si su estudiante está teniendo dificultades para terminar el año con fuerza y asistir a la escuela, por favor contacte a un adulto de confianza en la escuela-un maestro, consejero o administrador. Visite FCPS’ sitio web para obtener más recursos sobre la asistencia.
Meet Me at the Library - This Thursday, May 23rd
We are excited to be partnering with WETA and hosting our last Meet Me at the Library event for the 23-24 school year! This event is a great opportunity for families to listen to stories, play some games, and participate in activities to promote literacy, math skills, and problem solving skills. On Thursday, May 23rd, families are invited to the Kings Park Public Library (9000 Burke Lake Rd, Burke, VA 22015) at 5:00 PM for an hour-long session focusing on Building Resiliency with some amazing Kings Park teachers and staff.
This workshop provides tools for teaching young children how to embrace mistakes and bounce back when things don’t go as planned. This is a free event for Kings Park students. Every student that attends will receive a free book from WETA. We hope to see you in the Community Meeting Room at the Kings Park Public Library on Thursday, May 23rd at 5:00!
Yearbook Information
A big thank you to our PTA and Sarah Maccubbin for the development of another amazing yearbook.
Personalized Yearbooks went home last Friday. For those families wishing to purchase this optional yearbook, the price is $15. Students who were absent for photo day can purchase non-personalized yearbooks. To purchase the yearbook, fill out the Remittance Envelope, make checks payable to Strawbridge Studios, and send the payment envelope back to school. To pay for your yearbook on-line, visit Strawbridge.net and click on the Order button, then enter the Kings Park School YB28661. For families with multiple students wishing to purchase only one yearbook, non-personalized yearbooks are available. For additional personalized copies, parents can call Strawbridge Customer Service Department at 866-624-6229 or go to Strawbridge.net.
Families not wishing to purchase a yearbook, should return the yearbook to school.
School Library Books - Due May 31st
This is a reminder to gather all school library books for return by May 31st. Students can log-in to their school library account (https://search.follettsoftware.com/metasearch/ui/103810) to view their checkouts. You can also access this page via the library tab on our Kings Park Website. Select the option: “Login using your account with - sign in with Google” (@fcpsschools.net), and then click on “My Stuff.”
We hope that all students will be successful in searching for and returning library books. We understand that books are sometimes misplaced. Please contact our acting Librarian, Ms. Boyd, rlboyd@fcps.edu, if there are any books that are not located. Thank you for your help!
Fairfax County is hosting its 1st Puzzle Hunt!
When: Launches June 15, 2024
The Solving Fun Puzzle Pals have been hard at work, creating an exhilarating adventure for puzzle solvers. We are thrilled to announce the Fairfax County Puzzle Hunt, a unique community event that will take you on a journey to the wonderful parks in Fairfax County.
Starting this summer, solve one puzzle or do them all. Puzzles are filled with creative thinking, logic, and wordplay. They are designed to be challenging and accessible for all skill levels. Solve the puzzles and then find clues at the parks for a final meta-puzzle.
Walk, bike, and roll at our wonderful local parks with friends and family. For more information go to www.solvingfun.com/fairfax.,
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FCPS Summer Extravaganza
Enjoy Learning, Fun, and Helpful Information at the Extravaganza!
Stop by Woodson High School on Saturday, June 1, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., for the FCPS Summer Extravaganza! Families are invited to take part in engaging educational activities designed to spark curiosity and inspire growth. In addition to learning activities, enjoy tips and helpful information for families. Enjoy face painting, food, music, a moon bounce, a petting zoo, storytime, and student performances — all at no cost!
Visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage for more details and register to attend. Registration is not required, but it's helpful for planning purposes.
PTA News
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
Sincerely,
Dotty Lin
Mrs. Dotty Lin
Principal
Kings Park ES
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