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Your Story Starts Here

Kings Park Families,

It’s hard to believe the first quarter is already coming to a close. Our students have learned, grown and accomplished so much in just a few short months. We’re proud of all they’ve achieved and grateful for your ongoing support throughout this successful start to the year.

As we close out this chapter of our school year story, please take note of a few important schedule changes for the coming days. Wednesday, October 29th, is a 3-hour early release for grades K-3. Please review your confirmed dismissal plan with your student(s). Friday, October 31st, is a 2-hour early release for all students, as well as Storybook Character Day. Monday, November 3rd, and Tuesday, November 4th, are student holidays. We look forward to finishing the quarter strong and celebrating all that our students have achieved so far. 

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

In this edition:

• 10/28 Attendance Update
• 3-hour Early Release Wednesday - October 29th (K-3)
• 2-hour Early Release - October 31st (Preschool - 3)
• Storybook Character Day - October 31st
• Student Holidays - November 3rd and 4th
• Veterans Day Celebration and Honor Walk - November 10th
• Preschool Morning Meeting and Work Time/Learning Centers
• Picture Day Details - Wednesday, November 5th
• Specialist Open House: Art - November 17th-21st
• Meet Me At the Library - November 18th
• Outstanding Employee Awards
• Benchmark Unit 2 Continues
• Federal Impact Aid Survey
• Bond Referendum
• PTA News and Updates
• Important Dates

3-hour Early Release Wednesday - October 29th (Grades K-3)

Kings Park’s next 3-hour Early Release Wednesday is tomorrow, Wednesday, October 29th, for students in grades K-3. Preschool follows a normal schedule. Please review your confirmed dismissal plan with your child.

2-Hour Early Release - Friday, October 31st (Preschool - 3rd Grade)

There is a two-hour early release marking the end of the first quarter on Friday, October 31st. All students will dismiss at 1:25pm, including PreK and PAC. AM Preschool reports on time and releases at 11:00am. PM preschool is cancelled.

Storybook Character Day - Friday, October 31st Help Kings Park ES celebrate our love for literacy. Dress up as your favorite storybook character! If you like, bring your favorite book along. Be creative, but no masks or weapons.

Student Holidays - November 3rd and 4th

Schools are closed for students on Monday, November 3, for a school planning day, and Tuesday, November 4, for a teacher workday. See the complete school year calendar.

Veterans Day Celebration and Honor Walk - Monday, November 10th, 8:30am-9:00am

Veterans and military-connected family members in the Kings Park community are invited to attend a Veterans Day Celebration and participate in an Honor Walk with their KP student(s) on Monday, November 10th, 8:30am-9:00am. Other ways to participate:

1. Email photos for a Veterans Day slideshows to mlcrabill@fcps.edu
2. Send in Veterans Day Honor Wall Submissions (paper will be sent home in Friday folders)

Veterans Day RSVPs and photo submissions are requested by Friday, October 31st: https://tinyurl.com/VDayKPES

Preschool Morning Meeting and Work Time/Learning Centers

Come experience two essential parts of your preschooler’s day: Morning Meeting and Work Time. You’ll also hear a brief presentation from Kings Park’s administration about school routines and ways to support your child’s literacy. 

Picture Day Details - Wednesday, November 5th 

All students will be photographed for school records on Wednesday, November 5th.  Package options from Strawbridge Studios can be found electronically at Strawbridge.net.  Additionally, paper copies will be sent home in your student’s Take Home Envelope.  Parents can choose to purchase photos with a portion of the proceeds benefitting our school. If you decide to order a photo package, please return the envelope to school by photo day. Photos should arrive in a few weeks. Make-up photos and re-takes will occur on Monday, December 8th. 

For questions or to order on-line, you can go to Strawbridge.net and enter the on-line code FM486435.