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Kings Park Families, It was a pleasure to welcome students back into the building today following spring break. Students were eager to reconnect with their teachers and classmates, quickly reengaging in classroom learning and routines.  It’s hard to believe we’re already starting the fourth and final quarter of the school year. Our focus remains on ensuring all students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn as we build instructional momentum and support strong academic progress.  April is the Month of the Military Child! Every year we take the opportunity to recognize military-connected youth for their service and contribution to our community. Fairfax County Public Schools is proud to have over 14,000 military-connected youth as a part of our student body, including many students in the Kings Park community. We appreciate the varied life experiences they bring to our school community and recognize their strength and resilience. We are so proud of our Kings Park ES military students! April is also School Library Month. In FCPS libraries, students develop knowledge and skills, experience a sense of belonging, find inspiration and support, and have the ability to freely pursue their personal interests and academic growth. We hope to see you at the Kings Park library later this month for the book fair and STEAM, Strategies Lab, and Library Open Houses. See below for details. As a reminder, there is no school for students this Friday, April 10th, due to a school planning day.

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

In this edition:

• April 7th Attendance Celebration
• Purple Up! Spirit Week
• Kings Park Book Fair: April 8th-17th
• Lake Braddock Pyramid Art Show - April 8th
• Early Release Wednesday, April 22nd, CANCELLED
• STEAM/Strategies Lab and Library Open House
• Meet Me at the Library Event
• Family Input for Class Placements 2026-2027
• Educate Fairfax Student Bookmark Art Contest
• County Government Budget Feedback
• PTA News and Updates
• Important Dates

Please join us in our Purple Up! Spirit Week!

To recognize and honor our Kings Park ES military students, we are inviting all Kings Park ES students, families, school employees, and community members to “Purple Up!” on April 15. Why purple? Purple symbolizes all branches of the military as a combination of Army green, Marine Corps red, Coast Guard, Navy, Air Force, and Space Force blue.  We appreciate the service of our KP students from military families and celebrate them by wearing purple to say, “Thank You!”

• Monday, April 13th - Dress in colors of your favorite branch of the military
• Tuesday, April 14th - Wear Red, White, and Blue - Shine bright and show your stripes
• Wednesday, April 15th - Wear Purple to support our military students and families
• Thursday, April 16th - Blend in to Stand out! Dress in different camouflage patterns
• Friday, April 17th - Wear Red to Remember Everyone Deployed  

Kings Park Book Fair: April 8th-17th

Our Spring Book Fair opens tomorrow, April 8th, and runs through April 17th. Mark your calendars for our Family Night on April 13th from 3:30pm – 6:00pm. 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. 

Lake Braddock Pyramid Art Show - Wednesday, April 8th, 6:00pm-8:00pm

Join us tomorrow evening - Wednesday, April 8th - between 6pm and 8pm at the Lake Braddock Pyramid Art Show! The show will take place in the Lake Braddock Secondary School gym. This event celebrates student artwork from across our pyramid and gives students an exciting preview of the creative skills they can develop throughout their FCPS education. Kings Park will have almost 90 pieces on display, featuring artists in Kindergarten through 3rd grade. These students have already received their certificates, and are so excited to share their work. Your student does not need to have a piece in the show to attend - friends and family are welcome. In addition to amazing art work there will be activities, music, and food trucks. 

Early Release Wednesday, April 22nd, CANCELLED Tuesday, April 21, is now a teacher workday and staff development day because of a recently announced special election that will impact all FCPS schools. Students will now have a traditional full day of instruction and be released at the regular dismissal time on April 22nd, which was previously an early release Wednesday for Kings Park students. This adjustment allows our staff to still have dedicated time for planning, collaboration, and professional learning without reducing instructional time on other school days.

STEAM/Strategies Lab and Library Open House: April 27^th - May 1st

Parents are invited to attend our upcoming STEAM/Strategies Lab and Library Open Houses, taking place April 27^th – May 1^st! Parents and guardians are welcome to stop by and explore the exciting learning happening in our STEAM spaces and library. This is a great opportunity to work with your students as they celebrate creativity and innovation. More details will be shared regarding your class day and time through Talking Points. Watch for messages from Mrs. Mucciolo, Mrs. Crabill or Mrs. Woll. Please be sure to save the dates!

Meet Me at the Library – April 29th

Join us for an evening of musical fun at the Kings Park Public Library (9000 Burke Lake Road) on April 29th from 5:00-6:00 PM.  Mrs. Jordan and Mrs. Cunningham will be leading our event filled with rhythms, creativity, and literacy. We are partnering with WETA and all students attending will receive a book to take home. Come join some KPES staff for this hour-long event. And don’t forget your dancing shoes. Hope to see you there!

Family Input for Class Placements 2026-2027

As we begin to plan for the 2026-2027 school year, we are inviting your input. Creating class assignments requires careful consideration and the involvement of many perspectives. We know a good teacher-student match and a productive mix of children are ingredients for success. Should you have additional information about your specific child that school staff may not know, particularly regarding learning style and classroom environment; we ask that you please complete the Family Input Form no later than Monday, May 4th, 2026. If you have more than one child attending KPES, please complete one form per child. 

We ask that you do not request specific teachers or friendship pairings and keep the information shared about your child and the type of learning environment you feel would be the most productive for him/her/them. We assure you that with or without a form, each child’s strengths and needs are considered. As in the past, families will receive class placement notification just prior to school starting.

Educate Fairfax Student Bookmark Art Contest – “Today’s Reader, Tomorrow’s Leader”

Submission Deadline: April 17th 

Educate Fairfax, the 501(c)3 education foundation that partners with the community to support Fairfax County Public Schools students and educators, is launching a divisionwide Student Bookmark Art Contest. FCPS students in grades K–12 are invited to design a 2” x 7” bookmark celebrating the power of learning and creativity under the theme “Today’s Reader, Tomorrow’s Leader.” 

Artwork must be original, flat (no glitter or pop-ups), and include the student’s name, grade, and school on the back. Entries will be judged on creativity, connection to the theme, and overall effort. Four winners (K–2, 3–6, middle, and high) will each receive a $25 gift card, and winning designs will be printed and shared in schools and the community. 

Submissions may be mailed to Educate Fairfax (8270 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, Fairfax, VA 22031) or emailed to info@educatefairfax.org by April 17. By submitting, students confirm FCPS enrollment and grant permission for printing and promotion (first name and grade only; parent/guardian signature required for winners). 

Please click this link for instructions: Educate Fairfax Bookmark Contest Flyer and Instructions.  

Provide the County Government With Feedback on its Budget

About 70% of the FCPS budget comes from the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. The Board of Supervisors is reviewing the Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Advertised Budget and considering possible adjustments before adoption in May. Opportunities to provide feedback to the county include Budget Town Hall Meetings airing on Channel 16 on Tuesday, April 7, at 7 p.m., (Springfield District) and Friday, April 10, at 6 p.m., (Franconia District).

You can also provide your input during the county’s Budget public hearings on Tuesday, April 14, at 4 p.m., and Wednesday, April 15, and Thursday, April 16, at 3 p.m. at the Government Center Board Auditorium. Register in advance to speak. 

Visit the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors website to learn more about the county’s FY 2027 Budget. 

KP/KG PTA News and Events

Spring After School Activities begin this week and next!  There are still spaces available, please visit our website for more information and registration links. 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 still looking for a new 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 this position.

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 April is Month of the Military Child, School Library Month, Arab American Heritage Month, Muslim American Heritage Month, and Autism Acceptance Month.   See the complete school year calendar. April 8th: Lake Braddock Pyramid Art Show, 6:00pm-8:00pm April 8th-17th: Kings Park Book Fair April 10th: School Planning Day (No School for Students) April 13th: Book Fair Family Night, 3:30pm-6:00pm April 14th: PTA Meeting at Kings Glen April 21st: Teacher Workday/School Planning Day (No school for Students) April 27th - May 1st: STEAM/Strategies Lab and Library Open House April 29th: Meet Me at the Library Event, 5:00pm-6:00pm

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