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A Message from Principal Ritter
Dear Kings Glen Families,
As we head into the final weeks of the school year, there is a wonderful sense of excitement in the air. This stretch of the year brings so many memorable milestones, and we are incredibly proud of how hard our Gators have worked to achieve their goals. To ensure that the year concludes as beautifully as it began, we are focusing on "finishing strong." When routines are consistent, students feel secure, safe, and continue to learn. Over the remainder of the year, our staff is partnering together to reinforce the positive behaviors and structures that help our school community thrive.
To fully maximize our remaining instructional minutes and support the smoothest possible transitions for our students, we have made a few proactive adjustments to our master schedule. These positive tweaks were shared with the Gators last week; and they went into effect today. Your child's classroom routine remains largely the same, and there are some updates that will help us provide optimal staff support exactly where and when it is needed most while continuing to maintain our strong instructional focus.
Thank you for your incredible partnership at home. By speaking with your child(ren) about the importance of doing the right thing, even if no one is looking (i.e. being a Gator Great) all the way through the last day of school, you help us create the best possible environment for every single Gator.
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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 May 28-May 29: Review of Positivity Themes
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Oh, Baby ~ Look How Much You've Grown!
Attention 6th Grade Families
Please send one picture of your 6th grader as a baby or from their early years to Ms. Stottlemyer for a 6th grade bulletin board!
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Spring Music Concerts at the Glen!
Music is in bloom! Please join us to support the hard work of all our Gator musicians. Students must arrive at Kings Glen at 6 p.m. to warmup and the concerts will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the gym. We hope to see you there!
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5th/6th Grade Strings: Wednesday, June 3rd
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5th/6th Grade Band: Thursday, June 4th
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5th/6th Grade Chorus: Tuesday, June 9th
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Kings Glen Field Day
Thursday, June 11th, 9:30am-12pm
Field day will be held on Thursday, June 11th. One of the most exciting days of the year is not possible without our amazing volunteers. Please consider signing up to be a volunteer!
Signing Up to Volunteer?
All volunteers must be registered in Volunteer FCPS. Volunteer FCPS ensures a safe, consistent, and welcoming environment at all of our schools. This includes individuals who volunteer to chaperone on field trips, work at book fairs, support Kings Jesters, library, and assist throughout the school. If you wish to volunteer for Field Day, please be sure you are fully registered with Volunteer FCPS.
As a reminder, all volunteers — and visitors to a school — are required to sign in by scanning their ID at our visitor kiosk. Visit the Volunteer FCPS Frequently Asked Questions page to learn more.
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Reminder to Pick Up Medications from the Health Room
Deadline Wednesday, June 17th no later than 1:25 p.m.
The School Health Room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than the student dismissal time on the last day of school no later than 1:25 p.m. (early dismissal time). Medication left in the health room after dismissal on the last day of school will be destroyed. It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian. Medication cannot be sent home with your child.
If your student will be enrolled in a summer program sponsored by Fairfax County Public Schools, the existing medication authorization form(s) may be used for the summer program, but you will need to pick up the medication on the last day of school and deliver the medication and completed forms to the summer learning site on the first day of the summer program. Please let the health room know if you would like a copy of the form(s).
If you have any questions over the summer, please don’t hesitate to contact our Ms. Staron (Public Health Nurse) at 703-239-4010 or email KGNotes@fcps.edu.
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 2026-27 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.
Recent reports have shared an 11% drop in suicides among young people since the rollout of 988. Please note, the hotline is not only for those experiencing suicidal ideation (or thoughts), it is also available for any mental health or substance abuse-related crisis and those with a loved one experiencing those crises or suicidal thoughts.
And as always, if your concern is an emergency, you should call 911.
Visit the Lost & Found!
Our Lost and Found is overflowing with jackets, water bottles, lunch boxes, and other items. Please encourage your child to check for any missing belongings as soon as possible. Families are also welcome to stop by and look through the collection when you are in the building for concert season and end of the year celebrations. Any unclaimed items will be donated. Thank you for helping us reunite these items with their owners before then!
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.
Discover Exciting Summer Learning Activities and Ideas
Join Fairfax County Public Schools for a free, family-friendly community celebration filled with hands-on STEM, arts, and creative experiences for students of all ages. This year’s Summer Extravaganza takes place on Saturday, June 6 from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at Woodson High School.
Explore summer learning resources and connect with FCPS offices and community partners. Don’t miss the Student Market and a full day of engaging activities designed to spark learning, growth, and inspiration for the whole family. For more information, visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage.
3rd Annual FCPS Puzzle Hunt – Free Summer Fun!
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The Solving Fun Puzzle Pals have been busy getting ready for the 3rd Annual Fairfax County Public Schools Puzzle Hunt — and it’s only three weeks away!
This FREE event is open to solvers of all ages and is a great way to keep students and families engaged in fun, creative problem-solving over the summer. It also teaches bike and pedestrian safety and encourages active transportation.
New this year: the school with the most solvers will win a special visit from Sue Doku! Participants can sign up here: www.solvingfun.com/fairfax
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KP/KG PTA News |
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.
June 3: 5th/6th Grade Strings Concert (Call Time 6:00 p.m.; Show 6:30 p.m.)
June 4: 5th/6th Grade Band Concert (Call Time 6:00 p.m.; Show 6:30 p.m.)
June 6: Summer Extravaganza (10 a.m.-2:30 p.m.;See Above)
June 9: 5th/6th Grade Chorus Concert (Call Time 6:00 p.m.; Show 6:30 p.m.)
June 11: Field Day (9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.)
June 15: 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony (9:15 a.m.)
June 17: Last Day of School (2-Hr Early Release at 1:25 p.m.)
June 17: Last Day to Pick Up Medications in the Health Room (See Above)
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