Gator Bytes: News and General Information for Kings Glen ES
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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You Can Still Order Your Child's 2023-24 Yearbook!!
You can still order a yearbook for your child while supplies last. Payment is by cash or check payable ONLY to 'Kings Glen ES' (include this order form if paying by cash or check)
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EOY Library Book Return
Book circulation ends on Wednesday, May 29th. To view book checkouts, students can go to Destiny Discover and click login in the top right-hand corner. Students should sign in with google (NOT a Follett account); when they sign in, the screen will say hi and their name in the top right. Then, click the “My Stuff” drop down in the top of the screen, and click checkouts. Please contact Carolyn Dean with any questions.
Student Overdue Book Notices
Overdue book notices will be distributed the week of June 3rd. Please remind your child to return all library books by Friday, June 7th at the latest. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Carolyn Dean.
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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Student Testing Results Coming Soon
Later this month, you will begin receiving your child’s spring assessment results. If you aren’t sure what assessments your child took this year, view this list of tests by grade level on FCPS’ website.
How the results are delivered depends on the test. Scores will be posted in SIS ParentVUE, or sent by mail or from the school or testing organization. Learn what to expect regarding assessment reporting practices and timelines.
Visit FCPS’ website for additional information about student assessments, including what each assessment is testing for and how to interpret the test results. Caregivers should contact their children’s teacher with any testing questions.
New SOL Growth Reports for Grade 3-8 Tests Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) test results, along with other student data, help demonstrate in which subjects or topics students may need additional academic support.
In order to help interpret SOL results for parents, the Virginia Department of Education has released new Standards of Learning Growth Parent Reports for families of students who took grade 3-8 SOL math and reading tests this spring.
The Growth Parent Report ties together scores from fall and winter Virginia Growth Assessments (VGA) with the student’s current spring SOL results to show their trend in academic progress this year.
Learn how to understand your student’s grade 3-8 SOL results and find resources to support their ongoing learning.
Support Your Child’s Success in SIS ParentVUE
Signing up for a SIS ParentVUE account helps you to support your child’s academic success. Caregivers can view important information in ParentVUE such as attendance, grades, progress reports, and assessment scores.
Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. A SIS ParentVUE app is available for Apple and Android devices.
Need help creating a SIS ParentVUE account? This video explains the steps. Find out more. To create a new account, please contact Chris Kamerow at 703-239-4000 or at KGNotes@fcps.edu.
If you already have an account, be sure your contact information is up-to-date. Parents/guardians can update their phone numbers or email addresses in the Parent/Guardian section. View more information.
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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Announcing the 2024-25 KP/KG PTA Board
The 2024-25 KP/KG PTA Board was elected last week. The officers are:
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Secretary: Tracy Haynes (returning)
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Treasurer: Eric DeTurk (returning)
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VP, Fundraising: Sarah Maccubbin-Tremper (returning after a one year hiatus!)
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VP, Events: Jennifer Argenta (returning)
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VP, Education & Community Outreach: Lisley Anco (new!)
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President: Charlotte Hannagan (returning)
Erin Farrell-Kendrick (current VP, Fundraising) and Britta Berge-Harrison (current VP, Education & Community Outreach) are stepping off - thank you so much for your support over your many years on the board, and we look forward to continuing to collaborate with you.
PTA DC United Night • Saturday, June 1
Join us for a thrilling night of soccer at Audi Field THIS Saturday 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 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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