Gator Bytes: News and General Information for Kings Glen ES
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A Message from Principal Ritter
Greetings Gator Families,
It’s hard to believe we are already approaching the beginning of the third quarter of the school year! Time truly flies when our students are engaged in meaningful learning and personal growth.
We are incredibly proud of the progress our students have made so far. From mastering new skills to building stronger relationships with peers and teachers, their hard work and determination shine brightly every day.
As we look ahead to the remainder of the school year, we encourage you to stay connected with your child’s learning journey. Whether it’s reviewing progress reports, attending parent-teacher conferences, or simply discussing your child’s day, your partnership plays a vital role in their success. Thank you for your continued support in helping us create a positive and nurturing environment for all Gators!
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Early Release Monday
Kings Glen will have Early Release at 12:25 p.m. on the following dates:
- Monday, February 10
- Monday, March 10
- Monday, April 21
- Monday, May 12
If you are new to Kings Glen since the end of November, or your plans for your child have changed, please email KGNotes@fcps.edu, by Tuesday, February 4, 2025. Communication via talking Points will be sent as a reminder of the choice selected.
Virginia’s Student Assessment Summary for Families
This month, families of students who took any Standards of Learning (SOL) test between school years 2015-16 and 2023-24 will receive a Student Assessment Summary Report. The report shows a student’s state percentile ranking for each test. This allows families to see how their child ranked compared to all Virginia students who took the same test that year.
Reports are available now in SIS ParentVUE Documents. We will distribute them to students whose families do not have ParentVUE access. Learn how to access ParentVUE.
The report is intended to help families reflect on how their child performed across all tested subjects over the years. Our staff members are committed to working with families to help every student reach their highest potential. Learn more about student assessments in FCPS.
4th Grade Strings Winter Concert
Wednesday, February 12th
This is a reminder that the 4th Grade Strings Winter Concert will be Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025 at the KG gym. String students need to arrive by 6:00 PM, wearing their new green Music shirts! The concert begins at 6:30 PM. All 4th Grade Strings students are expected to attend. If you need a Music shirt, please have your child stop by the office.
Summer Strings Camp Opportunity
July 7-18, 2025 at South County Middle School
SoCo Summer Strings Camp is open for registration! This camp fills up quicklyand is very popular. All current KG Strings students are eligible to participate. (View More Information & Register Here)
Save the Date: Student-Led STEAM Night at Kings Glen!!
Wednesday, March 19, 6-7:30 p.m.
I am excited to announce Kings Glen will have a Student-Led STEAM Night on Wednesday, March 19th from 6-7:30 p.m. This event will showcase the incredible creativity and innovation of our students as they run interactive stations for their peers and share their STEAM projects. If you are interested in participating in this event, please complete the STEAM Night Project Plan form. Please reach out to Mrs. Rode if you have any questions.
Understand Executive Function Milestones, Challenges, & Implement Effective Strategies at Home for Children in Upper Elementary (3-6)
February 7, 2025 from 10-11:30 a.m.
Discover how to support your child’s executive function skills in our webinar series. We will present information on understanding your child’s developmental milestones, recognizing signs of executive dysfunction, and implementing effective strategies to support their learning at home and in school. (Register Here)
SR&R and Cell Phone Policy Survey
All FCPS families and middle and high school students have received an invitation to participate in a survey about FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R), cell phone policy, and cell phone storage options. The survey will be available through Monday, February 3. Please take a few moments to share your feedback and help FCPS make informed, inclusive decisions for all of our schools!
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 staff members.
Attendance Matters!
Welcome to the new year! It's important to remember the value of regular school attendance. Every day in school counts! Consistent attendance helps students:
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Build strong academic foundations: Missing even a few days of school can disrupt learning and make it harder to keep up with their classmates.
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Develop important social skills: School is a place where children learn to interact with others, resolve conflicts, and build friendships.
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Foster a love of learning: Regular attendance encourages a positive attitude towards education and a lifelong love of learning.
We understand that unexpected illnesses and emergencies can occur. However, please make every effort to minimize absences and tardiness.
KP/KG PTA News
Our FREE PTA Family Fitness Night is coming up at Kings Glen on Friday, February 7th starting at 6:30PM. We’ll also have a PTA meeting to elect our nominating committee AND FCPS School Board Member Rachna Sizemore Heizer (Braddock District Representative) will discuss various school board items, including the boundary study, funding, and more. Sandy Anderson (Springfield District Representative) and Supervisor James Walkinshaw will attend our April 7th meeting at Kings Park/Zoom.
We’re looking for candidates for the Nominating Committee. Each year the PTA elects a Nominating Committee to put forth a slate of candidates for the PTA's next executive board. The PTA plans to elect the nominating committee at our February 7 meeting. Are you interested in serving on this committee? Please contact PTA president, Charlotte Hannagan, at president@kpkgpta.org. Similarly, please reach out to Charlotte if you have any interest in serving on the 2025-2026 PTA board.
Our next Spirit Nights are coming up in February. We will have a Parents Night Out on Friday, February 21st at Code Ninjas and a weeklong spirit week at Chick-Fil-A from February 24-28. Stay tuned for more information!
Join the KP/KG community for a thrilling afternoon of basketball on February 8th at 12PM in Capital One Arena as the Georgetown Hoyas take on the Seton Hall Pirates. 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. #HoyaSaxa
Feb. 7: PTA Family Fitness Night and PTA Meeting (6:30 p.m. at Kings Glen)
Feb. 7: Understand Executive Function Milestones, Challenges, & Implement Effective Strategies at Home for Children in Upper Elementary (See Above)
Feb. 8: PTA Basketball Game Georgetown vs. Seton Hall (See Above)
Feb. 10: 3-Hour Early Release Monday (Dismissal at 12:25 p.m.)
Feb. 12: 4th Grade Winter Strings Concert (6:30 p.m.; See Above)
Feb. 17: Presidents Day (No School)
Feb. 21: PTA Parents Night Out at Code Ninjas (See Above)
Feb. 24-28: PTA Spirit Week at Chick-Fil-A (See Above)
Mar. 10: 3-Hour Early Release Monday (Dismissal at 12:25 p.m.)
Apr. 21: 3-Hour Early Release Monday(Dismissal at 12:25 p.m.)
May 12: 3-Hour Early Release Monday (Dismissal at 12:25 p.m.)
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