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Weekly Kings Park ES News
Please refer to this calendar link for all FCPS dates for the 2024-2025 school year to support planning.FCPS School Year Calendar. Additionally, the KPES linked One Pager Return to School Information includes key school links and resources.
Arrival and Dismissal Safety
As part of ongoing efforts to enhance the safety of walking and biking routes, as well as Kiss & Ride areas, FCPS staff will be joining KPES staff to conduct an annual traffic and pedestrian safety assessment.
FCPS values community and parent involvement. Your input is essential in shaping improvements that directly impact our students’ safety. We kindly ask you to complete a short survey to share your feedback and concerns.Please access the survey using the following link: Survey Link
We appreciate your insights and kindly request all responses be submitted by April 4th. Thank you for your support, and we look forward to working together to improve safety for all students.
Kindergarten Orientation, Thursday April 3rd 2:30pm- 3:40pm
Arrive at Door 4 near the back blacktop to sign in. Door 4 will open at 2:30pm; parents will report to the cafeteria and students will head to kindergarten classrooms.
We kindly request that you begin the registration process as soon as possible so KPES is allocated the appropriate number of teachers. Registration information and forms are available online at: https://www.fcps.edu/registration/kindergarten-registration.
For questions or to get on the detailed information list, contact the Registrar, Nancy Sawicki at 703-426-7000 or nesawicki@fcps.edu
Bus Stop Cameras
Cameras Installed on School Bus Stop Arms Cameras have been installed on the stop arms of 50 FCPS school buses. These cameras will be used to identify drivers who pass stopped school buses while children are entering and exiting the bus (called a “stop arm violation”).
Warnings for drivers will begin on Wednesday, April 9. After a 30-day warning period, citations will begin to be issued on Monday, May 12.
According to Virginia law, drivers must stop for stopped school buses with flashing red lights on and their stop signs extended. Motorists should stop when approaching from any direction (unless there is a barrier or median separating their lane from where the bus is stopped). They should remain stopped until everyone is clear and the bus is moving.
We appreciate our law enforcement partners for working with us to improve road safety and reduce accidents. Read more information about the stop arm cameras and all of the ways that we work with our county partners to keep students safe on their way to and from school.
Boundary Review Update
The Comprehensive School Boundary Review Process Explained Want to learn more about the ongoing Comprehensive School Boundary Review process? Watch this video for explanations of terms such as attendance zones, attendance islands, split feeders, and other factors that affect school boundaries. The video will also be available in other languages soon.
Visit FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage for more information and sign up for our School Boundary Review newsletter.
Community Conversations
Save the Date: Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. Reid
Your voice matters, and Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid wants to hear from you! Share your thoughts and ask questions regarding FCPS on Monday, March 24, Kings Park Elementary School, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Childcare and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all. Find out about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid.
Upcoming Events
- Mar 21 PTA Baskets and BINGO Night @LBSS
- Mar 28 PTA Spring Nature Event
- March 31 Eid al-Fitr no school for students
- Apr 1 Teacher Workday no school for students
- Apr 3 Kindergarten Orientation 2:30pm-3:40pm
- Apr 3 PTA Event Ready, Tech, Go
- Apr 14-18 Spring Break no school for students
- Apr 21- 3 hour Early Release for KPES (12:25pm dismissal)
FCPS Calendar
PTA News
Our annual Baskets & Bingo is coming up THIS Friday, March 21st from 6-8PM at Lake Braddock SS. This family fun event will feature FREE bingo, and themed baskets that will be raffled off. Every in-person student attendee will receive 10 FREE raffle tickets; tickets are then $1/each. The Lake Braddock PTSA will have pizza, drinks, and snacks for sale throughout the evening (cash preferred). If you have any questions, please email baskets@kpkgpta.org.
The PTA Board is looking for a new VP, Events to join us for the 2025-2026 school year. Please reach out if you’re interested in learning more!
We hope you will join us for our upcoming FREE PTA Spring Nature Event on Friday, March 28th at Hidden Oaks Nature Center. Pre-register and attend sessions at 4:30-5:30PM (recommended for younger kids like KP students) or 5:30-6:30PM (recommended for older kids like KG students). Space is limited - only one parent per child allowed. Please reach out to Lisley at educomm@kpkgpta.org with any questions.
We will be hosting our “Ready, Tech, Go!” Workshop on Thursday, April 3rd, from 6:30-8PM at KPES. This event is provided through funding from the National PTA, and will feature FREE childcare and a light dinner. Please pre-register so we know to expect you. The event, targeted at parents/caregivers of elementary aged students, will foster peer-to-peer discussion reflection on various aspects of screen readiness. More information is on our website.
Join us for a thrilling night of soccer at Audi Field on June 7th as Kings Park and Kings Glen come together to support DC United! Tickets start at just $30, and by using this special link, you guarantee you'll be sitting with other KP/KG families for the game.
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