Gator Bytes: News and General Information for Kings Glen ES
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A Message from Principal Ritter
Dear Kings Glen Families,
Spring is officially in the air! It has been absolutely fabulous to see so many of our Gators and their families enjoying the warmer weather and socializing on the way to and from school. That community spirit is what makes Kings Glen such a special place to be. As we enjoy these longer, brighter days, it is important to share some important reminders regarding safety, supervision, and our role as members of this wonderful neighborhood.
To ensure all students are properly supervised, please help your children arrive at their designated locations at the appropriate times:
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Bus Stops: Students should arrive at their assigned bus stop 5 minutes prior to the designated pick-up time.
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Safety Patrols (Off-Site): Our patrols at Southampton and Clydesdale are to arrive at their posts no earlier than 8:10 a.m.
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Kings Glen Arrival: Students should be coming directly to school, and are to arrive no earlier than 8:30 a.m., as this is when staff supervision begins.
Arriving at these specific times ensures that our safety patrols and staff members are in place to greet and transition your children safely to school.
We are very fortunate to be nestled in the heart of a vibrant residential community. Part of being a "Gator" is showing respect for our neighbors and their property.
Please remind your children that the Danbury Forest Pool area is private property. Trespassing or playing basketball before school or after school prior to going home is not permitted. We want to ensure we maintain a positive and respectful relationship with our neighbors, and that starts with respecting their boundaries and facilities.
Thank you for your partnership in keeping our students safe and our community relations strong. Let’s continue to enjoy this beautiful season responsibly!
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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 11-May 15: Leadership
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Spring SOL Reading, Math and Science Testing Dates
For your planning purposes and reference, please see the Spring 2026 Standards of Learning (SOL) Testing Dates. When possible, please avoid scheduling appointments and/or activities that would prevent your child from arriving at school on time or staying the entire day on the days your child(ren) are participating in an SOL Assessment.
Upcoming SOL Testing Dates:
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Grade
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Reading SOL
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Math SOL
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Science SOL
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Grade 4:
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May 5 (Tues)
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May 12 (Tues)
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n/a
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Grade 5:
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May 7 (Thurs)
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May 14 (Thurs)
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May 19 (Tues)
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Grade 6:
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May 6 (Wed)
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May 15 (Fri)
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n/a
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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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Purchase Your 6th Grade Panoramic Picture!
Any student who has not had a chance to order a Panoramic photo, it’s not too late! All orders using the link below will ship to the address entered at checkout. https://shop.imagequix.com/s1802883809
For questions or about ordering, please contact Victor O'Neill Studio at underclass@vosphoto.com.
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Rising 7th Grade Parent Information Night
Monday, May 18 from 6:30-7:30pm at Lake Braddock SS
This is a parent-only event to learn about topics related to your child's transition to middle school. Spanish and Korean interpreters will be available. Parents should enter through Entrance 14 and proceed to the Little Theatre.
- What to expect with the transition to middle school and how to best support your child
- Differences between elementary school and middle school
- Communicating with your child and your child’s teachers
- Student attendance and check-in/check-out procedures
- After-school activities
- Developmental changes and needs of the middle school child
Student Leadership Council Officer Elections
Interest Forms Due Friday, May 15th
Student Leadership Council Officer elections for the 2026-27 school year will be held soon. If your 4th or 5th grader is interested in running for an Officer position, interest forms are available from Ms. Stottlemyer and due by May 15.
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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4th Grade Strings: Thursday, May 21st
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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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Hey Gators - Got Talent?
Talent Show Date Wednesday, June 17
After a multi-year hiatus, the Talent Show is back! Students will perform at school on the last day, June 17th. Auditions will be held for students to present any talent of their choice— singing, dancing, magic, comedy, and more— in a 4 minute or shorter demonstration. Keep setups simple and bring minimal equipment. If interested in auditioning, please register using this signup link.
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Get2Green Student Action Summit
Thursday, May 14th
The Get2Green Student Action Summit will be held on Thursday, May 14th from 5:30-7:30pm at Willow Oaks Welcome Center. The summit is geared towards grades K-12 FCPS students for an evening of learning and connecting around environmental action at their schools. The evening will include an opportunity for student sharing and facilitated discussion. Elementary school students must be accompanied by a parent/guardian adult. If you are interested in attending, please register here.
Nominations Open for the Bussey Memorial Equity Award
Deadline Monday, May 18
Nominations are now open for the 2026 Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award. This award recognizes an employee, student, or community member who has demonstrated significant and impactful efforts to improve the educational experiences and outcomes of students from groups who are marginalized or underserved.
Any staff, student, or community member can nominate an individual for the award. All nomination materials must be submitted by Monday, May 18.
The Minority Student Achievement Oversight Committee (MSAOC) sponsors this award to honor the legacy of Dr. Bussey, a founding member of the MSAOC and a longtime advocate for students and families.
Full details and the nomination information form can be found at the Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award webpage.
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KP/KG PTA News |
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 board@kpkgpta.org if you're interested.
Our final PTA General Membership Meeting will be held on May 20th at 6:00 pm at Kings Glen. We will be electing the new officers for the 2026-27 KP/KG PTA Board and hearing updates from school administration. Stay afterwards for a small social honoring our wonderful volunteers who helped us throughout the year. We hope to see you there!
Thank you to everyone who supported our amazing KP/KG staff during Staff Appreciation Week last week. It’s a huge undertaking, and we couldn’t have done it without all of you and your contributions. Special thanks to Bethany Portock and the Staff Appreciation Week Committee for organizing it all!
Another big thank you to Bethany Portock, Michelle Stanley and Shelley Miller for an amazing KP vs KG Staff Kickball Game and End of Year Celebration! We hope everyone enjoyed the night!
May 13: 3-Hour Early Release Wednesday (Students Dismiss at 12:25 p.m.)
May 13: Safety Patrol Applications Due
May 14: Grade 5 Math SOL
May 14: Get2Green Student Action Summit (5:30 p.m.; See Above)
May 15: Grade 6 Math SOL
May 15: Student Leadership Council Officer Interest Forms Due
May 18: Rising 7th Grade Parent Meeting at LBSS (6:30 p.m.; See Above)
May 18: Nominations due for Bussey Memorial Equity Award (See Above)
May 19: Grade 5 Science SOL
May 20: PTA Meeting (Elections for SY2026-27 Board; See Above)
May 21: 4th Grade Strings Spring Concert (6:30 p.m.)
May 25: Memorial Day (School Closed)
May 26: Teacher Workday (No School for Students)
May 27: Eid al-Adha (School Closed)
June 3: 5th/6th Grade Strings Concert (6:30 p.m.)
June 4: 5th/6th Grade Band Concert (6:30 p.m.)
June 9: 5th/6th Grade Chorus Concert (6:30 p.m.)
June 11: Field Day (9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.)
June 12: Lake Braddock SS Graduation (9:30 a.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.)
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