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Dear Kings Park families,
Yesterday we observed the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. Last Friday’s KPOV (Kids’ Point of View) news broadcast challenged students to do an act of service in honor of the man who dedicated his life to the service of others. Students were encouraged to reflect on how even small acts of kindness - helping a friend, showing respect, or lending a hand at home or in the community - can make a meaningful difference.
In the days and weeks ahead, we hope students continue to practice empathy, fairness, and service in their daily lives, living out Dr. King’s message that everyone can contribute to making our school and community a better place.
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Sincerely,
Mrs. Dotty Lin, Mrs. Jenn Burke and Mrs. Anna Kaplan
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In this edition:
- 1/20 Attendance Table
- Weather Delays and Closings Information
- 1/28 2-Hour Early Release
- STEAM/Strategies Lab and Library Open House: Feb. 2nd-6th
- Class Picture Day
- Attendance and Illness
- Strategies for Better Sleep
- Immunization Events for FCPS Students
- Emergency Response Buttons
- PTA News and Updates
- Important Dates
January 20th Celebration: K-3
KP's 2025-2026 Attendance Goal: 7% chronic absenteeism or less
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| Percentage of students NOT currently chronically absent |
93.9% |
| Percentage of students currently chronically absent (missed 10% or more of the school days so far this year) |
6.9% |
❄️ The Fastest Way to Hear About School Delays or Closings
Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE to make sure you receive notifications of school delays or closings. Emails and text messages are sent to parents/caregivers based on the email addresses and cell phone numbers entered in ParentVUE.
If your information is correct but you are not receiving updates from FCPS, contact the Parent Technology Help Desk at 833-921-3277, Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Watch a video to see how FCPS makes weather delays or closing decisions. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated.
Even When School Is Closed, Learning Can Continue!
FCPS encourages students to take advantage of fun learning opportunities during snow days. Consider these winter activities to blend education and play for your child in the event of weather-related school closures.
Jan 28th 2-Hour Early Release
Wednesday, January 28, is the last day of the quarter and a 2-hour early release for all students. All students will dismiss at 1:20pm, including PreK and PAC. AM Preschool reports on time and releases at approximately 11:00am. PM preschool is cancelled.
Schools are closed for students on Thursday, January 29, for a staff development day, and Friday, January 30, for a teacher workday.
See the complete school year calendar.
STEAM/Strategies Lab and Library Open House: Feb. 2nd-6th
Parents are invited to attend upcoming STEAM/Strategies Lab and Library Open Houses, taking place February 2nd–6th! 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 see student to work with your students as they celebrate creativity, 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!
Class Pictures and Individual Photos
Monday, February 9th for K and Second Grade and
Tuesday, February 10th for Grades 1 and 3.
Class Pictures and Individual Photos will be taken on February, 9th for Kindergarten and Second Grade classes. Grades 1 and 3 photos will be taken on Tuesday, February 10th. Information from Strawbridge Studios will be sent home in your student’s Take Home Envelope next week.
Class Pictures are $14. If you choose to order a Class Picture, fill out the order form and send it back by Picture Day. Additional Class Picture order forms will be available in the office and on-line at Strawbridge.net and click order pictures and enter this code FM486424.
For individual photos, you can choose to purchase a package or create your own combination of photos using the order form, going on-line to Strawbridge.net, and click order pictures and enter this code FM486428.
Attendance and Illness
Help your student succeed in school by encouraging them to miss as few days as possible. However, do make sure your student stays home if they are sick. Visit the FCPS website for helpful insights regarding absences and how to work with your child and our school to minimize impacts on learning.
If your child has a chronic illness, make sure to let us know so we can provide assistance, if needed.
Strategies for Better Sleep
Sleep is essential to good health, and getting enough sleep has big benefits to your physical and mental health and well-being. Sleep is restorative, allowing your body time to recover and repair.
This is true for your child, too. In fact, adequate sleep in children supports healthy brain development, learning, and memory consolidation, as well as their mood. And it is important for a strong immune system and the prevention of infections. Read about how much sleep a person needs and get some sleep strategies you can use with your family.
Immunization Events for FCPS Students
FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will provide school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for all FCPS students with no out-of-pocket costs. Multiple events will take place at designated FCPS locations. Additional dates will be available throughout the school year.
Parents or guardians may view upcoming events and schedule an appointment for their student. Participation is voluntary. View immunization resources on the FCPS website.
Emergency Response Buttons: Enhancing Safety and Security for Staff and Students
School safety and security are being enhanced across FCPS with a new emergency management system. The system includes sensors installed in schools and a wearable emergency response button (ERB) for staff.
The button allows staff to quickly and discreetly request help and, once pressed, they provide location information within the school. The ERB will only work on school grounds and does not rely on cellular service. It is not meant to replace calling 911, but is an additional safety tool that can be used if calling 911 may not be safe or practical.
Learn more about the emergency management system. You may submit questions to the FCPS Chief of Safety and Security Office.
KP/KG PTA News and Events
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PTA News and Updates
This month’s staff appreciation is at Kings Glen where we will be setting up a hot cocoa bar for the staff to enjoy. We are looking for donations; please sign up here! We are also still looking for volunteers who would like to serve on our 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Committee! More information can be found on the sign up.
Our next Spirit Night is coming up at Honeygrow on Friday, January 23rd from 10:30am to 10pm. Visit Honeygrow at 8426 Old Keene Mill Rd. anytime between 10:30 am and 10 pm using the code GIVE164 and 20% of the proceeds will come back to the PTA.
Mark your calendars - our FREE PTA Family Fitness Night is coming up at Kings Park on Friday, February 6th from 6:30 - 8pm. Please also join us right before at 6 pm for our PTA meeting to elect the nominating committee.
We’re looking for candidates for the Nominating Committee. Each year the PTA elects a Nominating Committee to put forth a slate of candidates for the PTA's next executive board. The PTA plans to elect the nominating committee at our February 6th meeting. Are you interested in serving on this committee? Please contact PTA president, Jennifer Argenta, at president@kpkgpta.org. Similarly, please reach out if you have any interest in serving on the 2026-2027 PTA board.
Save the Date! Code NInjas will be hosting a Parents’ Night Out on Friday, February 13th from 6 to 8:30 pm. Click here for more information and registration information.
Thank you to Bethany Portock for organizing another highly successful Summer Camp Fair last week!
Important Dates:
January 28th: End of the Second Quarter: Two-Hour Early Release for all students
January 29th-30th: Student Holidays
February 2nd-6th: STEAM/Strategies Lab and Library Open House
February 6th: PTA Family Fitness Night - 6:30pm-8:00pm at Kings Park
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