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Kings Park Families,
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who donated to the KPES February Food Drive. We collected 850 pounds of food and ECHO raved about the wonderful variety of goods received. We are so thankful for your generosity!
We hope to see many of you at tomorrow evening’s Books and Bingo event, sponsored by the Kings Park/Kings Glen PTA. The fun will take place in the Kings Park Cafeteria from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm and promises to be a wonderful opportunity for families to come together, celebrate reading, and enjoy time with our school community.
Every student in attendance will receive a free book to take home, and all participants will have the chance to win exciting, reading-themed door prizes throughout the evening. Please note that entrance will be limited should capacity be reached. We look forward to an evening filled with books, laughter, and community connection!
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Sincerely,
Mrs. Dotty Lin, Mrs. Jenn Burke and Mrs. Anna Kaplan
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In this edition:
March 3rd Attendance Check-In: K-3
KP's 2025-2026 Attendance Goal: 7% chronic absenteeism or less
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| Percentage of students NOT currently chronically absent |
92.9% |
| Percentage of students currently chronically absent (missed 10% or more of the school days so far this year) |
7.1% |
Picture Day Photos
Pictures will be sent home in the Take Home Folders this Friday. If you didn’t order a Class Photo and wish to order one, you can still order on-line at Strawbridge.net and click order pictures and enter code FM486424. Class Pictures are $14
For individual photos, you can choose to purchase a package or create your own combination of photos by going on-line to Strawbridge.net, click order pictures, and enter code FM486428.
Spring Book Fair - Volunteers Needed!
Our spring book fair is coming! The fair will be held from April 8th – April 17th. We are seeking volunteers to help students create wish lists and help make purchases. If you are interested in volunteering please sign up using our sign up genius. More information to come regarding eWallets and purchasing in the coming weeks. Thank you for your support in making our fair a success.
Kings Park Kindergarten Orientation - Wednesday, March 25th, 2:35pm-3:35pm
We are excited to welcome our rising Kindergarteners for the 2026-2027 school year. If you have a child who will be age 5 on or before September 30, 2021, then it is time to register your child for the 2026-2027 school year.
Kindergarten Orientation for incoming kindergarten students and their parents will be held on Wednesday, March 25th, 2:35pm-3:35pm. Please arrive at Door 4 near the back blacktop to sign in. Door 4 will open at 2:35pm; 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
SOL Testing Dates (3rd Grade)
Students in Grade 3 will take the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests on the following days:
- Wednesday, May 6th - 3rd Grade Reading SOL
- Thursday, May 14th - 3rd Grade Math SOL
It is important that your child attend school on these days. If possible, please avoid scheduling trips or appointments that would take your child out of school during this time period.
More information about SOLs is available online. If you have questions about the SOLs, please feel free to contact your children’s teacher or one of our Testing Coordinators: Beth Beavers, Jenn Burke, and Chandi Lind.
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3-Hour Early Release Wednesday - March 18th (Grades K-3)
Kings Park’s next 3-hour Early Release Wednesday is Wednesday, March 18th, for students in grades K-3. Dismissal plans on record will be sent via TalkingPoints early next week. Changes to dismissal plans must be received by Monday, March 16th. Preschool follows a normal schedule that day.
March Military Families Newsletter
Check out the March Military Families Newsletter. It includes information about how to register for the following zoom presentation: Getting to Know Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS): A Military Family Orientation - Tuesday, March 10, 2026, and Thursday, March 12, 2026. Subscribe to News You Choose to receive a variety of monthly newsletters! You choose your interests!
Branch Out: Seven Ways to Have Fun Outside from Fairfax County Library Services
Did you know that Fairfax County Public Libraries can help you have fun outside of their branches? From exploring the outdoors with their nature backpacks, taking storytime beyond the library doors, or attending a seed swap, check out how you can enjoy the great outdoors with these library resources and programs!
Pre-K and Early Head Start Programs
FCPS Pre-K and Early Head Start programs provide a high-quality early learning experience for qualifying children with economic and educational risk factors, ages 6 weeks to 4 years, living in Fairfax County.
- Pre-K prioritizes 4-year-old applicants but also accepts applications for children who will be 3 years old by September 30 of the same year.
- Early Head Start is located at three elementary schools — Clearview, Crestwood, and Dogwood — and accepts applications from pregnancy to 2 years old.
Families are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Space is limited and provided based on need, not on a first-come, first-served basis.
Applications are accepted online, by email, by mail, or in person at the program office at 7423 Camp Alger Avenue, Falls Church, Virginia 22042.
If you have a question about the application process or status, please call 703-208-7900 (English) or 703-208-7901 (Spanish).
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Community Conversations: Share Your Thoughts With Dr. Reid
As a listening leader, connecting with community members across our school division is critical to FCPS Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid. Her Community Conversations are opportunities for you to share your thoughts and ask questions. An event will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. (unless otherwise noted) on Monday, March 23, at Ravensworth Elementary School.
Child care and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all. Visit the superintendent’s engagement page for the most up-to-date information.
National School Social Work Week
March 2-8 is National School Social Work Week. Social workers in FCPS help to prevent social, emotional, and behavioral factors from affecting a student's ability to perform at their best. Their primary goal is to remove barriers that prevent a student from fulfilling their academic potential. Social workers are assigned to every school and center in the school system. Most social workers serve one to two sites. Learn more about the role of social workers in FCPS.
Daylight Saving Begins (Spring Forward)
Sunday, March 8, at 2 a.m., daylight saving time begins. Don’t forget to move your clocks ahead one hour! As a result of the time change, many students will be walking to school or to bus stops in the dark. Help your child stay safe by having them wear reflective clothing and bright or light colors, or add reflective items to their backpacks or clothes. Also, encourage your child to be especially alert for cars that are turning or backing up and not to run into the street or cross between parked cars.
KP/KG PTA News and Events
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PTA News and Updates
Book Bingo is coming up this week on March 4th from 5:30 - 8 pm at Kings Park in the cafeteria. At this free event, every student who attends will leave with a free book and everyone will have a chance to win fun reading themed door prizes! Please note: In accordance with fire codes, entrance will be limited once capacity is reached.
Our next Spirit Night is coming up on March 11th from 5-9 pm at Ledo Pizza (8324 Old Keene Mill Rd.). Bring the flyer or use the code “Fundraiser” for online orders and the PTA will receive 10% of all orders.
The PTA Board is looking for a new Secretary and Treasurer to join us for the 2026-2027 school year. Please reach out to board@kpkgpta.org if you’re interested in learning more!
The PTA is still looking for someone to serve as our After School Volunteer Coordinator for the spring session. This person will make sure each after school class has a parent volunteer in attendance every week and can be done from home on your own time. Please see our website for more information and reach out to Jen Argenta at president@kpkgpta.org if you are interested or have any questions.
Important Dates:
March is Women’s History Month and Arts in Our Schools Month
See the complete school year calendar.
March 4th: PTA Book Bingo, 5:30pm-8:00pm, Kings Park
March 12th: STEAM Night, 5:00pm-6:30pm
March 18th: 3-Hour Early Release Wednesday
March 20th: Student Holiday - Eid al-Fitr and Nowruz
March 25th: Kindergarten Orientation, 2:35pm-3:35pm
March 30th-April 3rd: Spring Break (No School for Students and Staff)
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