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A Message from Principal Ritter
Dear Kings Glen Families,
Welcome to October! As we settle into new routines at school, we trust the same is happening at home. We appreciate how each of our families continue to partner with us by making sure your child attends school each day and is ready to learn when they come to school.
Here are several things each of you can do to continue to assist your child being ready to learn each school day:
- Establish calming bedtime routines. Children in grades 4-6 should be getting 9-12 hours of sleep per night. Research shows that children who get enough sleep show improvements in: Attention, Behavior, Learning, Memory, Emotional regulation, Mental health, and Physical health.
- Turn off all devices at least 1-2 hours before bed and charge the device out of reach of your child. We all know children can be sneaky at times and will give you all kinds of reasons as to why they need their device.
- Ensure that your child gets to school on time each day. We begin each day with a morning meeting and that is a vital time for your child to make connections with their teachers and classmates.
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Calendar Reminder: No School on October 3 & 4
A reminder that there is no school on Thursday, October 3rd in observance of Rosh Hashanah, and Friday, October 4th due to a teacher workday. Have a wonderful weekend with your family and friends!
Pick-Ups @ Dismissal
If you are picking up your child at dismissal, please be sure to go through our dedicated Kiss and Ride loop each time. We have received calls from the community about parents waiting in their cars along the streets and making illegal U-turns on Clydesdale and Danbury Forest Drive.
In addition, if there is a change in your child’s afternoon transportation routine, please email KGNotes@fcps.edu by 2:45 PM. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
ANNOUNCING KINGS JESTERS MUSICAL FOR SPRING 2025!!
Deadline for Interest Forms TODAY, October 2
We are excited to announce that this year's Kings Jesters performance will be Shrek, Jr. the Musical!
All students interested in auditioning MUST attend the Jesters Workshop on Tuesday, October 8th from 3:30-5 p.m. Auditions will be held on October 15th and 16th. The deadline for interest forms is Wednesday, October 2nd.
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If you are interested in serving in the stage crew or auditioning for this year's Kings Jesters Musical, please scan the QR code to complete the Google form, and email or send talking points to Mr. Mason with any questions. |
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Save the Date! Parent Math Meeting at KGES
Monday, October 21st
Join us for an informative and engaging parent math meeting on Monday, October 21st at 11 a.m. in the library. Learn more about the CodeUp Grant and how we are incorporating computational thinking into the math curriculum. We will do a rich math task that will show the power of problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Kings Park/Kings Glen AAP Office Hours
Questions about the continuum of AAP services? Submit this form to join Mrs. Mucciolo and Mrs. Rode for AAP Virtual Office Hours from 11:30 AM-12:00 PM on the following dates:
- October 8, 2024
- October 22, 2024
- November 12, 2024
- November 26, 2024
- December 3, 2024
6th Grade Thinking Lab Supplies Needed
Help us blast off to new heights! In 6th grade Thinking Lab, students are using the Engineering Design Process to design rockets project. We are in need of some supplies to make the rockets:
- 2-liter bottles
- Thin cardboard
- Duct tape
Your contributions will help us build amazing rockets and learn about science and engineering. Thank you for supporting our project!
Attendance Tip: Scheduling Family Trips or Events
Good attendance is an important life skill that will help students succeed in school and beyond.
When planning trips or family events, refer to the FCPS calendar and try to use weekends and school holidays. Every day of learning is a day toward success. Keep in mind that absences add up quickly. Students absent 10% of the school year (or just two days per month) are considered chronically absent.
When possible, schedule appointments for your child outside of school hours. If your child needs to miss school because of an illness or another reason, you must report the absence.
Watch this video with tips on understanding the FCPS school year calendar and visit the Attendance webpage for additional information. Attend today, achieve tomorrow!
The 2023-30 Strategic Plan — Goal 4: Equitable Access to Opportunities
FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan sets five main goals to create positive change in the division. These goals show where we should focus our attention and will help us align our efforts.
The fourth goal ensures all students have the same access to opportunities, no matter what school they attend. This includes academics and other programs that inspire and engage students and allow them to explore their passions and talents. See how Goal 4 is being put into practice.
FCPS Cares
FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the good work of our Kings Glen Elementary School staff members.
KP/KG PTA News
2024-2025 KP/KG Directory. The 2024-2025 Kings Park/Kings Glen online directory is now available for FREE to all KP/KG families. View our website for information on how to access it!
Mark your calendars for our next Spirit Night! Head to Chipotle (6230 Rolling Rd) from 4-8PM on October 23rd. More information is coming soon!
We are finalizing details for a FREE Nature Event at Hidden Oaks on Monday, October 21st. We will run two programs - one at 4:30PM and one at 5:30PM. Stay tuned for more information!
We know you’re excited; the KP/KG Spiritwear sale will be open in the very near future!
Keep in Touch with the PTA. A great way to keep in touch with the PTA is to subscribe to our emails and/or join our Facebook group. Our website also features an updated PTA events calendar. Join the PTA. We hope all members of the KP/KG community will consider joining the PTA this school year. Join on our website!
Oct. 2: Deadline to Submit Kings Jesters Interest Forms (See Above)
Oct. 2: Deadline for Pixel Art Canned Food Drive (See Above)
Oct. 3: Rosh Hashanah Holiday (Schools Closed)
Oct. 4: Teacher Workday (No School for Students)
Oct. 8: Kings Jesters Shrek, Jr. Workshop (See Above)
Oct. 14: Indigenous Peoples Day (No School for Students)
Oct. 15: AAP Referral Deadline (See Above)
Oct. 15-16: Kings Jesters Shrek, Jr. Audition Days (See Above)
Oct. 21: 3-Hour Early Release Monday (Students Dismiss at 12:25 p.m.)
Oct. 21: Parent Math Meeting (11 a.m. in the Library; See Above)
Oct. 21: PTA Nature Event at Hidden Oaks (See Above)
Oct. 23: “Moveable Monday” (All Students Follow the Monday Schedule)
Oct. 23: PTA Spirit Night at Chipotle (See Above; 4-8 p.m.)
Oct. 31: 1st Quarter Ends (2-Hr. Early Release at 1:25 p.m.)
Nov. 1: Diwali (Schools Closed)
Nov. 4-5: Teacher Workdays (No School for Students)
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