Gator Bytes: News and General Information for Kings Glen ES
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A Message from Principal Ritter
Dear Kings Glen Families,
We are coming closer to the finish line of our spring Standards of Learning (SOL) testing window! I am incredibly proud of our students for the amazing effort, focus, and stamina they displayed over the past couple of weeks.
SOL Testing weeks can naturally disrupt the normal flow of the school day, yet our Gators handled every challenge with remarkable maturity. I want to celebrate our students for:
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Their Incredible Effort: Our students took their time, utilized their strategies, and truly put forth their absolute best on every assessment.
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Their Flexibility: From shifted lunch and specials schedules to modified instructional blocks, our students adapted to temporary changes in their daily routines beautifully.
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Their Respect for Others: Perhaps most impressively, our students showed immense care for their peers by remaining quiet in the hallways and classrooms, ensuring a peaceful, distraction-free environment for those who were still working.
An enormous thank you goes out to our phenomenal staff for their meticulous planning and encouragement, and to you, our families, for partnering with us to ensure our students came to school well-rested, fed, and ready to succeed.
Once testing is behind us, we are excited to pivot our focus to a fantastic, fun-filled final stretch of the school year. Thank you for your continued support of our amazing students!
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SOL Preliminary Scores in ParentVUE
FCPS has begun loading preliminary SOL scores directly into ParentVUE. Scores will be updated twice weekly, every Wednesday and Friday.
Please keep in mind that there is a processing window of several days between the test date and the score appearing in the portal. For example:
- Tests taken on Friday, Monday, Tuesday will typically be viewable by Friday.
- Tests taken on Wednesday, Thursday will likely be available the following Wednesday.
Log in to your ParentVUE account to stay updated on your student’s progress. Visit the FCPS SOL Test Result website for more information.
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 18-May 22: Perspective
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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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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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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 |
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.
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!
Do you love the fall Fun Run (Booster)? Did you know it is our largest fundraiser and planned over the summer? We are looking for helping hands to lighten the load. Have ideas, questions or want to step up, reach out to Sarah at vpfund@kpkgpta.org.
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)
May 28: Auditions for KG Talent Show (See Above)
June 3: 5th/6th Grade Strings Concert (6:30 p.m.)
June 4: 5th/6th Grade Band Concert (6:30 p.m.)
June 6: Summer Extravaganza (10 a.m.-2:30 p.m.;See Above)
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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