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Our students’ learning momentum continues in this last full week of school. Kings Park continues to value strong academics and engaging instruction as we make the most of every learning opportunity through the end of the year. 

Student learning was highlighted during last week’s Kindergarten Parade and our 3rd graders’ Portrait of a Graduate Presentation of Learning (POG POL). Both events showcased students taking age-appropriate ownership of their learning while demonstrating confidence, growth, and pride in their accomplishments. Thanks to the amazing Kings Park community for showing up in force to celebrate these memorable milestones with our students. All of our students should be proud of their progress this year. 

As we finish the year strong, we are looking forward to fun and sun-filled Field Days this week. Please be sure to review the information below for updated information and reminders. Lastly, thank you for helping your Lion finish the year strong by arriving on time each day.

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

In this edition:

• 6/9 Attendance Celebration
• Field Day Updates
• Last Day of School
• Changes to PAC Early Release Dates
• Finishing Benchmark Unit 8
• Special Education Newsletter
• Calendar Survey
• Summer Resources
• FCPS Summer Food Service Program
• Summer Immunization Events
• PTA News and Updates
• Important Dates

Field Day Updates Field Day Weather Considerations We are excited for our upcoming Field Day events this week, and at this time all events remain scheduled as planned. However, we are closely monitoring the forecast and are aware of potential weather challenges, including excessive heat, that could require adjustments to our afternoon Field Day schedules. Thankfully rain does not seem to be an issue at this time. Please note these slated make-up times have been shifted to the morning, as similar weather concerns may also affect Monday and Tuesday afternoons.

We are sharing the alternate times that would be used if afternoon events need to be rescheduled so that families and volunteers have as much notice as possible should a schedule change become necessary. Please note that while we hope to make any decisions early and communicate them promptly, weather conditions may require a final decision to be made on the day of the event.

If events are rescheduled and you are a signed up to be a parent volunteer for your child's class, please watch for an email from Mrs. Beavers or Mrs. Belcher with additional information.

Last Day of School Tuesday, June 16th is the last day of school for preschool students. Wednesday, June 17th is the last day of school and a 2-hour early release for students in grades K-3. All students will dismiss at 1:20pm.

Changes to PAC Early Release Days

Starting August 24, 2026, early release days for PAC students will shift to Tuesdays and Thursdays (previously Mondays and Wednesdays).

Next Steps for Families:

We know how important routines and scheduling are for our families. Please take some time this summer to: 

• Update Childcare: Adjust any afternoon childcare or after-school plans.
• Coordinate Transportation: Update any private transportation arrangements for Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Questions?

We’re here to support you through this transition. If you have questions or need assistance with planning, please reach out to your child’s teacher or the school’s main office.

📚 Finishing Up Our Exploration of the Earth in Language Arts 📚

Benchmark Unit 8 in Language Arts is coming to a close! Over the last several weeks, our students have learned, read, and written about our earth and how it shapes our lives. 

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

• Question: What’s the most interesting fact you learned about the earth from this unit?
• Activity: Check the temperature outside at different times of the day. Graph the changes and talk about how the sun affects temperature throughout the day.

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.

End of Year/Summer Special Education and Section 504 Newsletter

View the latest issue of the FCPS Special Education and Section 504 Newsletter. Topics in this 2026 End of Year/Summer issue include:

• Celebrating 50 Years of IDEA

• A Year of Inclusion in FCPS

• Advancing Success for Twice-Exceptional (2e) Learners

• Extended School Year (ESY)

• Your Guide to a Fun and Inclusive Summer

• Play, Plan, Grow: Summer Activities for Executive Function

• Keep SEL Growing all Summer Long

• New Resources to Support Life after High School

• Make an Impact as a Special Education Teacher

• Fairfax County SEPTA News

Subscribe to the Special Education and Section 504 Newsletter.

Calendar Survey

FCPS values your input as we plan future school calendars. On Friday, June 5, all caregivers and FCPS staff will receive an email from noreply@fcps.edu containing a unique link to complete the FCPS Calendar Survey.

Your feedback matters. Please take a few minutes to share your priorities and perspectives by Monday, June 22, at 11:59 p.m.

Your individual responses will be kept confidential and will not be shared with school staff or used in any way that identifies you or your student. Only aggregate, summary-level results will be reported to the Fairfax County School Board.

If you do not receive a link to the survey or have technical difficulties completing the survey, please contact the FCPS Office of Research and Program Evaluation. 

Summer Resources Help Students Stay Curious, Healthy, and Busy 

FCPS’ Summer Resource Guide has activities and tips on a variety of subjects and interests, from camps and activities to health and safety resources. 

Be sure to check back over the summer, as more resources may be added. 

Learning Doesn’t Take a Vacation and Neither Does Fun!

The FCPS Summer Learning webpage offers ideas and strategies for families to keep students curious until August. Summer is the perfect time to help your student explore new interests, reinforce concepts, and stay engaged!

FCPS Summer Food Service Program – Summer Meals Are Coming!  FCPS is excited to continue the Summer Food Service Program beginning on Monday, June 22, through Friday, August 21. At area-eligible sites, all students can receive breakfast and lunch at no cost, helping ensure they continue to have access to balanced, nutritious meals during summer break.  This year, thanks to generous support from Educate Fairfax, families may also receive one no-cost breakfast and lunch per adult at the following eligible sites:  Braddock Elementary School Dogwood Elementary School Glen Forest Elementary School Hutchison Elementary School Hybla Valley Elementary School London Towne Elementary School Students must consume meals on-site. Additional sites will be added throughout the summer. Check the Food and Nutrition Services website for updates on specific dates, times, and locations.  FCPS provides balanced meals that support students’ growth so they return to school ready to learn. Summer meals are just as nutritious and tasty as school-year meals. Meals include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, protein, and low-fat or fat-free milk, plus plant-based options.  Want to know what’s on the menu? Food and Nutrition Services has a summer menu available. For questions, please call 703-813-4800 or email summermeals@fcps.edu

Summer Immunization Events for All FCPS Students

Inspire Health Alliance, in partnership with FCPS, will be providing school-required immunizations this summer. Immunizations will be provided at no out-of-pocket cost to students or families. Registering families will be required to provide insurance information, if applicable, but students without insurance may still participate.

Visit the FCPS and Inspire Health Alliance Student Immunization Events webpage for dates, times, and locations. Additional event dates will be made available and shared four to five weeks prior to the event on the webpage. Additional immunization resources are also available. 

KP/KG PTA News and Events

Supply kits are now available for purchase!  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.

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.

The new PTA board will start meeting over the summer to plan out the year.  Interested in helping out next school year?  Check out our volunteer opportunities and sign-up to be a part of the “dream team”! 

Important Dates See the complete school year calendar. June 11th: Kinder/2nd Field Day June 12th: 1st/3rd grade Field Day June 15th: Kinder Field Day Makeup Date June 16th: 1st Grade Field Day Makeup Date June 16th: Preschool Last Day of School  June 17th: Last Day of School (K-3) - 2-hour early release for all students

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