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Dear Kings Park Families, As we move further into the final weeks of the school year, our calendar continues to be filled with important learning experiences, celebrations, and end-of-year activities. Last week, our preschoolers experienced their very first field trip to Hidden Pond Nature Center where they explored the outdoors through hands-on learning and discovery . On Friday, our first grade Writers’ Celebration showcased the writing process and students’ talents as authors of How-To books. Our students certainly know how to learn, create, and shine!

This time of year moves very quickly and we encourage students to continue attending school regularly, staying engaged in learning, and putting forth their very best effort each day. Please continue to review upcoming school communications for important dates, events, and other information. We look forward to celebrating many more accomplishments together in the weeks ahead.

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

In this edition:

• 5/19 Attendance Celebration
• KPES Yearbooks
• Future Engineers Summer Camp at Kings Park
• Memorial Day Holiday - May 25th
• Teacher Workday - May 26th
• Eid al-Adha Holiday - May 27th
• Beginning Benchmark Unit 8
• End of Year Attendance Reminders
• New FCPS Cell Phone Policy and SR&R Updates
• FCPS Budget Update
• PTA News and Updates
• Important Dates

KPES Yearbooks

A huge thank you to Sarah Maccubin and our wonderful PTA for another amazing yearbook.

Personalized Yearbooks will be sent home in your student’s Take Home Folder this Friday.  For those families wishing to purchase this optional yearbook, the price is $15. Students who were absent on photo days can purchase non-personalized yearbooks. 

To purchase the yearbook, fill out the Remittance Envelope, make checks payable to Strawbridge Studios, and send the payment envelope back to school or pay on-line at Strawbridge.net and click on the order button, then enter the Kings Park School code YB33415. 

For families with multiple students wishing to purchase only one yearbook, non-personalized yearbooks are available.  For additional personalized copies, parents can call Strawbridge Customer Service Department at 866-624-6229 or go to Strawbridge.net.  Families not wishing to purchase a yearbook, should return the yearbook to school. 

🚀 Calling All Future Engineers & Creators!

Is your child ready to build, code, and explore this summer? We are thrilled to announce the Future Engineers Summer Camp at Kings Park Elementary! Supported by Code Up! funding, this program offers a unique, hands-on journey into the world of STEM.

From July 6 – July 23, rising K–3 students will dive into project-based learning that bridges digital magic with real-world building. Your child will:

• Code with Scratch Jr and LEGO Education robotics.
• Create in our specialized Maker Space using engineering and art.
• Explore the outdoors to find math and logic in nature.
• Innovate through literacy-linked design challenges.

📅 Program Details

• Dates: July 6 – July 23 (3 Weeks)
• Schedule: Monday – Thursday ONLY
• Hours: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• Location: Kings Park Elementary

📝 Registration Information

Space is limited! Admission is first-come, first-served. However, to ensure students get the full benefit of our cumulative curriculum, priority will be given to students who can commit to attending all three weeks.

How to Sign Up: Please complete the registration via the Google Form below by May 26: 👉 Register for Future Engineers Camp Here

Don’t miss out on a summer of tinkering, teamwork, and tech! We can't wait to see what your little engineer will build.

Memorial Day Holiday - May 25th All schools and offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, for the Memorial Day holiday. Learn about the history of Memorial Day.

Teacher Work Day - May 26th

Tuesday, May 26, is a teacher work day. There is no school for students. 

Eid al-Adha Holiday - May 27th Eid al-Adha begins at sundown on Tuesday, May 26. Wednesday, May 27, is a holiday for Eid al-Adha and schools and offices are closed.

📚 Exploring the Earth in Language Arts 📚

Benchmark Unit 8 in Language Arts is about earth science. Students in K-5 will be learning about the world around them, different natural processes, and the solar system. Grade six students will be exploring the earth’s structures and how they inspire our endeavors. 

Connect with your child’s learning at school with these fun questions and hands-on activities at home:

• Question: What’s your favorite thing about our earth?
• Activity: Fill a ziplock bag with water, tape it to a sunny window, and watch condensation and evaporation in action by seeing how the water level changes over time.

At the end of the unit, your child will take their unit magazine home. The magazine includes an activity calendar with fun ways to help students build on what they’re learning at each grade level. You can also find information on how to support your child’s reading at home on the Benchmark Families website.

Finish the School Year With Strong Attendance! 

As we enter the final weeks of the school year, Fairfax County Public Schools appreciates your continued partnership in supporting your child’s success. Regular attendance plays an important role in helping students stay engaged in learning, maintain connections with their teachers and peers, and finish the school year strong. 

Attending school consistently also helps students build valuable habits such as responsibility, perseverance, and daily routines that support success both in and out of the classroom.

If your child needs to miss school, please remember to report the absence. Full-day absences can be reported in ParentVUE. Families may also report absences by calling the school attendance line or emailing the school-designated attendance address.

If your child is experiencing challenges that are affecting attendance, we are here to help. Please contact your child’s school so staff can partner with you to provide support and resources. Learn more about attendance resources. 

New Cellphone Policy Starts July 1

On Thursday, May 7, the Fairfax County School Board approved changes to the FCPS Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R). The approved changes include updated guidance for cellphone possession and use, to align the FCPS cellphone policy with Senate Bill 108. This new Virginia law goes into effect on July 1 and states that all schools in the Commonwealth must follow a “bell-to-bell” phone-free policy.

This means that starting July 1, 2026, across all grade levels at FCPS, student cellphones, phone accessories, and all smart devices (including watches that serve a dual purpose, such as smart watches, as well as earbuds, headsets, smart glasses, and other other items connected to the internet) must be off and personally stored (i.e., put away in backpacks) for the duration of the school day — thus, no cellphones from bell to bell. More details are available on the FCPS Cellphone Policy webpage. 

Other SR&R Changes for the 2026-27 School Year

Visit the FCPS website or the School Board agenda to learn about additional updates, including:

• Added guidance and procedures for in-school and out-of-school suspensions and discipline investigations, including supports for students with disabilities and multilingual learners. 
• Expanded guidance and standardized disciplinary procedures (“Universal Grade Matrices”) related to harassment, hate speech, discriminatory behavior, and Title IX reporting requirements.
• Responses to incidents involving intimate images, fighting, physical aggression, object throwing, and drug policy violations.

Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Update

On Friday, May 8, Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid provided an update on the Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Budget. FCPS receives the majority of its funding from the Fairfax County Government and the Commonwealth of Virginia. 

The Fairfax County Government recently adopted its FY 2027 Budget, and at the funding levels provided, there is currently a $28 million budget gap. In addition, the state budget has not been finalized. At last Thursday's School Board meeting, the superintendent proposed adjustments that would balance the FCPS budget. 

Read Dr. Reid’s message to the community for more information on the budget process and budget priorities.

KP/KG PTA News and Events

We are looking for volunteers to complete the required yearly audit of the PTA accounts following the close of the fiscal year on June 30th. This position requires availability in July for 2-4 hours only. Please reach out to Eric at treasurer@kpkgpta.org if you're interested.

Our final PTA General Membership Meeting will be held on May 20th at 6:00 pm at Kings Glen.  We will be electing the new officers for the 2026-27 KP/KG PTA Board and hearing updates from school administration. Stay afterwards for a small social honoring our wonderful volunteers who helped us throughout the year. We hope to see you there!

Do you love the fall Fun Run (Booster)? Did you know it is our largest fundraiser and planned over the summer? We are looking for helping hands to lighten the load. Have ideas, questions or want to step up, reach out to Sarah at vpfund@kpkgpta.org.

Important Dates May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Jewish American Heritage Month, and Mental Health Awareness Month See the complete school year calendar. May 20th: PTA General Membership Meeting May 25th: Memorial Day Holiday for Students and Staff May 26th: Teacher Workday (No school for students) May 27th: Eid al-Adha Holiday for Students and Staff May 28th: Sue Fliess Author Visit

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