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A Message from Principal Ritter
Dear Kings Glen Families -
Thank you to our incredible students, families, and staff for making our second annual STEAM night a huge success! It was wonderful to see everyone enjoying the displays, student projects, engaging with the activities, and more! Events like Friday do not happen without the support from many hands – whether it was supporting science projects at home, picking up students who were working on projects after school, and of course the many staff and families who helped lead various stations and assisted with setting up and cleaning up. It was a night to remember!
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Positivity Project at Kings Glen
Kings Glen is partnering with The Positivity Project (P2) to empower students to build positive relationships and become their best selves. During our classroom Morning Meetings, short videos, class discussions and activities focus on one of the 24 character strengths that are the foundation of Positive Psychology. Gators explore their strengths and how to have positive relationships. P2 also offers short lessons for families at home.
Week of March 9-13: Cheering Others' Successes
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3-Hour Early Release Wednesday - March 18th
Kings Glen’s next 3-hour Early Release Wednesday is Wednesday, March 18. Any changes to dismissal plans must be received by Monday, March 16 via Talking Points or by emailing KGNotes@fcps.edu.
Kings Jesters 'Newsies, Jr.' Tickets On Sale Now!
Show Dates March 24th, 25th and 26th
The Kings Jesters will be performing Newsies, Jr. on Tuesday March 24th, Wednesday March 25th and Thursday, March 26th! Tickets are $7 each, and can be purchased via MySchoolBucks (Kings Glen students only), cash, or check payable to Kings Glen ES. If paying by cash/check, please place in envelope with your student's name and teacher. Seating is limited, so be sure to get your tickets soon!
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Upcoming Testing for 5th Grade
Our 5th grade students will take the Integrated Reading and Writing assessment (IRW) on Tuesday, March 17th. Please make sure that your child gets a good night’s sleep and comes to school on time.
Spring SOL Reading, Math and Science Testing Dates
For your planning purposes and reference, please see the Spring 2026 Standards of Learning (SOL) Testing Dates. When possible, please avoid scheduling appointments and/or activities that would prevent your child from arriving at school on time or staying the entire day on the days your child(ren) are participating in an SOL Assessment.
Upcoming SOL Testing Dates:
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Grade
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Reading SOL
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Math SOL
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Science SOL
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Grade 4:
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May 5 (Tues)
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May 12 (Tues)
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n/a
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Grade 5:
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May 7 (Thurs)
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May 14 (Thurs)
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May 19 (Tues)
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Grade 6:
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May 6 (Wed)
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May 15 (Fri)
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n/a
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Spring Picture Day and 6th Grade Panoramic Picture at Kings Glen
Monday, March 23rd
Due to the need for rescheduling our Spring Pictures from this past Monday's snow day, Victor O'Neill Studios will be taking Spring Pictures/Class Pictures and the 6th Grade Panoramic Picture on Monday, March 23rd.
WE NEED 2-3 PARENT VOLUNTEERS! To help make Spring Picture Day run smoothly, we need 2-3 parent volunteers who will receive a voucher to apply towards the cost of purchasing pictures. If you would like to assist, please email KGNotes@fpcs.edu with your availability.
You will be able to view and order your child’s photos in their online gallery approximately ten days after picture day. If you have any questions leading up to picture day, please reach out to Victor O’Neill Studios by emailing underclass@vosphoto.com .
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Preorder Your 2025-26 Yearbook!!
Deadline to Preorder is Monday, April 13th
The 2025-26 Yearbook sales are open now and the price is $17. Secure your copy by placing your preorder through one of the following options:
Email KGNotes@fcps.edu with questions. Thank you!
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Summer Learning Opportunities
Prepare for Summer Learning and Fun for Students. Registration is open or will be available soon for summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.
Career and Technical Education and Institute for the Arts Camps. Career and Technical Education camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Robinson Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. Tuition assistance is available to FCPS families eligible for free or reduced meals.
Tech Adventure Camp (TAC) is a week-long exploratory camp that allows current K-5 students to explore STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math), culinary, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. Watch this video about CTE camps. Registration is open through Friday, June 5.
Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA) is a weekly fine and performing arts camp for students in grades K-5 who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students attend four daily classes in dance, music, theater, and visual arts and work with experienced educators who create engaging, fun classes.
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. Events will be held from 6:30-7:30 p.m. (unless otherwise noted) as follows:
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.
Purple Up FCPS
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is gearing up to honor and celebrate its military-connected youth in April, the Month of the Military Child, and on Purple Up! Day!
Purple Up! Day ~ Wednesday, April 15th
This year, Virginia will celebrate Purple Up! Day on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Purple Up! Day is a special day for communities to come together and wear purple as a visible gesture of support for our military-connected youth and their families. Purple symbolizes the combined colors of all branches of the military.
Did you know, Kings Glen has been as recognized with their Purple Star Designation since 2022, and this year was the recipient of the Purple Star 2nd Award?
FCPS Purple Up! T-shirts and other items are available for purchase now through Wednesday, March 11, 2026, in our Custom Ink online store. These items highlight our gratitude and appreciation for our 14,500 military-connected students and their families. #PurpleUpFCPS! For more information and/or to connect with FCPS resources, email us at militaryfamilies@fcps.edu.
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KP/KG PTA News |
Our March newsletter is now out! Read it here!
Thank you to everyone who came out and joined us at Book Bingo last Wednesday at Kings Park! We hope everyone had an amazing time and are enjoying their new books!
Our next Spirit Night is coming up this week 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!
Registration for RunFit Kidz at Kings Glen is now open! This program will begin on March 17th and is held at Kings Glen for students in grades 3-6. (Note: Students in grade 3 must have their own transportation down to Kings Glen.) Click here to register today.
Information on all other Spring After School Activities is coming soon! All classes (except RunFit Kidz) will begin after Spring Break. Please visit our website for the most updated information, including links to register. Every after school program is required to have a parent volunteer in attendance.
We are still looking for someone to help manage our after school activity volunteers. This person will need to confirm weekly that the parent volunteer for each class will be in attendance. You will not be required to find any volunteers or replacement volunteers. This 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.
Mar. 9-13: Math Spirit Week
Mar. 11: PTA Spirit Night at Ledo Pizza (5-9 p.m.; See Above)
Mar. 17: 5th Grade Integrated Reading and Writing assessment (IRW)
Mar. 18: 3-Hour Early Release Wednesday (Students Dismiss at 12:25 p.m.)
Mar. 20: Eid al-Fitr Holiday (Schools Closed)
Mar. 23: Spring Picture/6th Grade Panoramic Picture Day (See Above)
Mar. 24-26: Kings Jesters 'Newsies, Jr.' Musical Performance Nights
Mar. 27: End of 3rd Quarter (Students Dismissed at 1:25 p.m.)
Mar. 30-Apr. 3: Spring Break (School Closed)
Apr. 6: Teacher Workday (No School for Students)
Apr. 10: School Planning Day (No School for Students)
Apr. 15: Purple Up! Day for Month of the Military Child (See Above)
Apr. 21: Special Election Day (No School for Students)
Apr. 22: 3-Hour Early Release Wednesday (Students Dismiss at 12:25 p.m.)
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