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Kings Park Families,

The arrival of spring is always a welcome milestone in our school year. It brings longer days, warmer weather, and renewed energy for learning and growth. The change in season also comes with a growing sense of excitement across the building.

This afternoon our Code Up! participants culminated their learning about problem solving and engineering using MakerSpace strategies. Students applied creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking to design and build innovative solutions, proudly showcasing their growth and enthusiasm to families.

We look forward to carrying that same energy into tomorrow as we host our Kindergarten Orientation from 2:35pm–3:35 p.m. We are excited to welcome our future students and families and begin building connections that will carry into the school year ahead.

Please note that this Friday, March 27th, is the end of the quarter and a 2-hour early release. All students (Grades PreK-3) will dismiss at 1:20pm. AM pre-school classes follow a normal schedule and PM pre-school classes are canceled that day. Next week is Spring Break, followed by a teacher workday on Monday, April 6th. 

Wishing all of our Kings Park families a refreshing spring break.

Sincerely, Mrs. Dotty Lin, Mrs. Jenn Burke and Mrs. Anna Kaplan

In this edition:

• 3/24 Attendance Celebration
• Kindergarten Orientation TOMORROW - March 25th
• Spring Break - March 30th-April 3rd
• Kings Park Book Fair - April 8th-17th
• Community Conversations with Dr. Reid - April 16th (new date)
• Special Education Family Conference - April 18th
• 2026 Fairfax County Special Education PTA (SEPTA) Award Nominations 
• FCPS Cares
• PTA News and Updates
• Important Dates

Kings Park Kindergarten Orientation is TOMORROW: Wednesday, March 25th, 2:35pm-3:35pm

We are excited to welcome rising Kindergarten students and their parents/guardians to Kings Park’s Kindergarten Orientation tomorrow, March 25th, from 2:35pm- 3:35pm. 

For those attending in person, you will be greeted and enter Kings Park via Door 4, which is located by the large blacktop at the back of the school. Please refer to the map below and note that parking on site is limited. If parking in the neighborhood, please be mindful and add a few extra travel minutes.  

Door 4 will also serve as the entry and exit point for Kindergarten walkers during the 26-27 school year. Before and after the orientation, families are invited to gather on the blacktop to connect and make new friends. 

At the start of the orientation, parents and kindergarteners separate at Door 4. Parents will proceed to the cafeteria, while students will be escorted to Kindergarten classrooms.  

Kindergarten registration information and forms are available online at: https://www.fcps.edu/registration/kindergarten-registration.

For questions contact the Registrar, Nancy Sawicki, at 703-426-7000 or nesawicki@fcps.edu.

🌷Spring Break🌷

Schools and school offices will be closed March 30 to April 3 for spring break. Monday, April 6, is a teacher work day and there will be no school for students. We wish our students and teachers a happy and restful Spring Break! See the complete school year calendar. 

Kings Park Book Fair - April 8th-17th

Our Spring Book Fair is just around the corner. The fair will be held from April 8th – April 17th. Mark your calendars for our Family Night on April 13th from 3:30 – 6:00. Students will preview from April 8th – April 13th and shop from April 14th – April 17th. 

Visit our homepage to set up an eWallet and have your students shop cash free. https://www.scholastic.com/bf/kingsparkelementaryschool 

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.  We are looking forward to another great fair. 

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 to 7:30 p.m. on: 

• Thursday, April 16, at Ravensworth Elementary School (new date).

Click on a date to register to attend that event. Registration is not required, but helps with planning, especially for child care and interpretation services. Events are open to all. Visit the superintendent’s engagement page for the most up-to-date information.

Special Education Family Conference: Registration Open The 2026 Special Education Family Conference, Stronger Together: Connecting Families and Schools, will take place on Saturday, April 18, at Marshall High School. During this no-cost, in-person event, families will have the opportunity to hear a keynote address from internationally renowned educator and advocate, Dr. Shelley Moore, connect to resources and other families, and participate in afternoon sessions.  FCPS families are invited to register to attend this year’s conference. Childcare, accommodations, and language interpretation are available. Visit the FCPS 2026 Special Education Family Conference webpage for updates and more details.

2026 Awards Recognizing Special Education Supporters

Nominations are open for the 2026 Fairfax County Special Education PTA (SEPTA) Awards, which recognize educators, staff, volunteers, and community members who go above and beyond to support students receiving special education services. The annual program celebrates individuals across Fairfax County Public Schools who demonstrate exceptional commitment to inclusion, support, and student success.

Honorees may include teachers, instructional assistants, administrators, therapists, volunteers, and other community members who have made a meaningful difference in the lives of students and families. Nominations are open through Friday, March 27, and can be submitted online.

Award recipients will be recognized at the SEPTA Awards Ceremony on Saturday, May 2nd, where families, educators, and community members will gather to celebrate those helping build more inclusive and supportive school communities. Registration details for the ceremony will be announced at a later date.

FCPS Cares

The FCPS CARES Program is a wonderful way for parents, staff and community members to recognize employees who make a difference. We invite you to submit a story highlighting how a Kings Park staff member has shown care, support, and dedication to students, colleagues, or our community.

KP/KG PTA News and Events

Registration for Spring After School Activities is now open!  Visit our website for more information on classes and how to register. Please note that every after school program is required to have a parent volunteer in attendance or the class will be cancelled. If you are interested in helping coordinate our parent volunteers, please reach out to Lisley Anco at educomm@kpkgpta.org.

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 about these positions.

Mark your calendars: our next PTA meeting will be at 6:30PM on April 14th at Kings Glen and on Zoom (Meeting ID: 889 0620 0101 / Passcode: KPKG2020!). As well as presenting the slate of candidates, we will be welcoming newly elected FCPS Board Member Tom Dannan to introduce himself and speak to the community about current topics.

Important Dates March is Women’s History Month and Arts in Our Schools Month See the complete school year calendar. March 25th: Kindergarten Orientation, 2:35pm-3:35pm March 27th: Quarter End/2-Hour Early Release March 30th-April 3rd: Spring Break (No School for Students and Staff) April 6th: Teacher Workday (No School for Students) April 8th-17th: Kings Park Book Fair April 10th: School Planning Day (No school for Students)

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