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Dear Kings Park Families,
We hope everyone is enjoying the extended Memorial Day weekend as we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage and dedication will always be remembered with gratitude, and we are especially thankful for the members of the Kings Park community who serve and have served our nation.
Students ended last week with a special visit from two librarians from the Kings Park Library. During their visit, students learned about the many ways they can “read, read, read” all summer long through books, programs, and activities available through Fairfax County Public Libraries’ programs and services.
Students’ literacy adventures continue this week as we are excited to welcome author Sue Fliess to Kings Park on Thursday, May 28! Sue Fliess is the author of dozens of children’s books and will share her expertise with students about the writing process, where authors find inspiration for their ideas, and how research helps bring stories to life. We look forward to this engaging and inspiring experience for our students and are thankful to the Kings Park/Kings Glen PTA for helping make this opportunity possible.
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Sincerely,
Mrs. Dotty Lin, Mrs. Jenn Burke and Mrs. Anna Kaplan
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In this edition:
- 5/26 Attendance Check-In
- KPES Yearbooks
- KPES Student Appreciation Week: June 1-5
- Future Engineers Summer Camp at Kings Park
- Library Books Due by June 3rd
- Lunch Balance
- Mental Health Resources
- PTA News and Updates
- Important Dates
May 26th 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% |
KPES Yearbooks
Personalized yearbooks were sent home in your student’s Take Home Folder last 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, make checks payable to “Strawbridge Studios” and send the payment envelope back to school. You can also pay online at Strawbridge.net by clicking on the order button and entering 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.
KPES Student Appreciation Week: June 1-5
Student Appreciation Week is a special time to celebrate the incredible KPES students who make our school such a joyful and vibrant place to learn and grow each day. Their kindness, curiosity, perseverance, and school spirit help make our KPES community so special, and we look forward to celebrating all of our amazing students who shine in so many ways!
- June 1 – Sweet Start to the Week: Enjoy a free cookie with school lunch
- June 2 – Storytime Surprise: Tune in for a special Admin Read Aloud
- June 3 – Lunchtime Laughs: Enjoy a fun video during lunch
- June 4 – Kindergarten Parade of Learning: Cheer on our amazing kindergarten students
- June 5 – Switch It Up: A fun grade-level morning meeting swap to get students excited for all things 26-27
🚀 Calling All Future Engineers & Creators - Last Call for Registration!
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 1st-4th grade students will dive into project-based learning that bridges digital magic with real-world building. Your child will:
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Code with Scratch Jr and LEGO Education robotics.
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Create in our specialized Maker Space using engineering and art.
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Explore the outdoors to find math and logic in nature.
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Innovate through literacy-linked design challenges.
📅 Program Details
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Dates: July 6 – July 23 (3 Weeks)
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Schedule: Monday – Thursday ONLY
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Hours: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
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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 today, 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.
Library Books Due by June 3rd
All Kings Park School Library books are due back by Wednesday, June 3rd. Please help your child check around your house and return books as soon as possible. If you have any questions regarding your child’s account, please reach out to Ms. Woll at hcwoll@fcps.edu. Thank you for your help.
Please Check Your Student’s Lunch Balance
It’s a busy time of year, and we know many priorities are on your plate. As we approach the end of the school year, it is important to check your student’s MySchoolBucks account and pay any remaining school meal balance.
Free and Reduced-Price Meals
Families who earn less than 185% of the poverty level qualify for free and reduced-price meals (FRM). However, an application must be completed and submitted each school year to receive that benefit. The application for the 2026-27 school year will be available this summer.
If you have a current balance and think you may be eligible for free and reduced-price meals, please fill out the FRM application for the 2025-26 school year.
Your Child's Mental Wellness Matters: Access Comprehensive Services
Reach out to the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB) for specialized youth mental health services designed to help your child succeed. The CSB has individual and family counseling, psychiatric diagnostic evaluations, medication management, parenting groups, peer support, crisis response, recovery supports that include medication-assisted treatment (MAT), intensive services, and other services.
Contact CSB Entry and Referral to get started by calling 703-383-8500 or emailing csb@fairfaxcounty.gov.
Additional Mental Health Resources
FCPS has resources available to support your child’s mental health. During after-school hours, parents and students who need additional support can use the 988 Lifeline to get free, confidential guidance from trained crisis counselors on how to best help someone experiencing a mental health challenge or crisis. You can call or text the number.
KP/KG PTA News and Events
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At our final PTA meeting of the year on May 20th, the 2026-27 KP/KG PTA Board was elected. Make sure to give them a big congratulations and thank you if you see them!
President: Jennifer Argenta
Secretary: Emily French
Treasurer: Kristin Hopkins
VP, Fundraising: Sarah Maccubbin-Tremper
VP, Events: Bethany Portock
VP, Education & Community Outreach: Lisley Anco
The PTA also adopted an amended budget at its final meeting providing additional support funds to the schools and accounting for summer expenses that will be incurred prior to the approval of our 2026-27 budget in September 2026.
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.
Supply kits will be available for purchase soon! We have partnered with the same vendor as last year, and the kits will be delivered - in a drawstring bag - to your student(s) classroom(s) by Open House. Visit the website to check out the kits and order! Remember to order for the grade your student(s) will be in next year.
Did your student love bringing home their yearbook this year? The yearbook is created throughout the school year by dedicated PTA volunteers, and we’re looking for someone interested in learning the process and shadowing the yearbook team next school year. Our current volunteer yearbook coordinator only has one more year left before moving on, so this is a great opportunity to learn the ropes and help continue this special tradition for our students.If you’d like to get involved or learn more, please 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 27th: Eid al-Adha Holiday for Students and Staff
May 28th: Sue Fliess Author Visit
June 1st-5th: KPES Student Appreciation Week
June 3rd: Library Books Due
June 11th: Kinder/2nd Field Day
June 12th: 1st/3rd grade Field Day
June 17th: Last Day of School - 2-hour early release for all students
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