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Dear Gators,
Welcome to the 2026-2027 school year! We hope that everyone enjoyed the summer and had time to rest and relax. It was a busy summer here at Kings Glen with different student programs, summer cleaning and preparing for the school year. A huge shoutout to our custodial staff and their hard work making the building shine for our students and staff! The office staff have worked diligently to make sure Kings Glen is ready for our students. Our staff returned this week and have been engaging in professional development and team planning while setting up the learning environment for our students.
We are excited to welcome students and families back into the building on Friday, August 21st for our Open House. This is a chance for students to meet their teachers, see their classroom and drop off school supplies. There will be additional opportunities at Back to School Night and parent teacher conferences to ask specific questions about the classroom and your child’s learning. We are looking forward to partnering with you this school year!
Dr. Ritter, Principal • Ms. Gibbs, Assistant Principal
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Be First-Day Ready!
The first day of school, Monday, August 24, is just around the corner! Check out these back-to-school tips to make sure your child gets off to a great start.
Also find out what will be new this school year.
Kings Glen Open House & Back to School Night 2026-2027 School Year
Please mark your calendar with these dates for the 2026-2027 school year:
Friday, August 21 – Open House (9:30-10:15 a.m.)
- Should you child require a smaller group opportunity from 9:15-9:30 a.m., please email KGNotes@fcps.edu.
Thursday, September 3 – Back To School Night (5:30-7 p.m.)
New Student ID Cards and Bus Navigation System
FCPS is launching a new bus navigation system, which includes student ID cards for students who ride the bus. Students will use the cards to tap on and off the bus, helping FCPS and families know exactly which students are riding which buses.
Learn more about the new system and how it will improve route efficiency, safety, and transparency with families. Check out the frequently asked questions for families.
All Your FCPS Links in One Spot!
There are a lot of school and FCPS webpages to bookmark, but the FCPS mobile app serves as your central hub!
Check daily meal menus and calendars with no login required, or use one-tap quick links to launch SIS ParentVUE, Schoology, and MySchoolBucks.
Download the FCPS mobile app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
School Supply Lists School Year 2026-27
Supply lists for the 2026-27 School Year can be found here.
If you prefer not to shop for school supplies on your own, the KP/KG PTA has partnered again with Campus Survival Kits, and the kits will be delivered - in a drawstring bag - to your student(s) classroom(s) by Open House. Visit the website to check out the kits and order! Remember to order for the grade your student(s) will be in next year.
School Supplies for Students in Need
We are in search of brand-new school supplies for students in need for the school year. We are asking the community for donations.
If you have new school supplies to donate, please drop them off or send to school with your child. Collection boxes are located by the main office. Thanks for your support!
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Below is a list of needed supplies:
- Wide-ruled composition books
- 1 subject spiral notebooks, college ruled
- 5 subject wide-ruled spiral notebooks
- Package of wide-ruled notebook paper
- #2 pencils with erasers
- Box of EXPO dry erase markers
- 12 count box of colored pencils
- 24 count box of crayons
- Box of 8 assorted washable markers
- Scissors
- Large glue sticks
- Packs of sticky notes
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- Plastic pocket folders (various colors)
- Wired headphones for computer use
- Highlighters, various colors
- Zippered pouch for school supplies
- Assorted 8-tab binder dividers
- Pack of lined index cards (3x5)
- 1” or 1 ½” heavy duty binders
- 2” heavy duty binders
- Pink erasers
- Disinfectant wipes
- Boxes of facial tissues
- Back packs
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Back-to-School Immunization Requirements
Make sure your child has all of their required immunizations before the first day of school. Check their immunization records to see what they might be missing. You can:
- Request immunization records online through the Virginia Immunization Information System (a free service).
- If your child was immunized outside of Virginia, get records from those states’ systems.
- Request records from your health care provider. Some may charge for copies.
Review school-required immunizations to verify that your child is up to date.
Volunteering at Kings Glen
If you are looking to volunteer for the 2026-2027 school year and have not already done so, complete your Volunteer FCPS registration this summer. This helps ensure a safe, consistent, and welcoming environment here at Kings Park. We thank you for your support! All volunteers must:
- Create a profile in Volunteer FCPS.
- Complete a volunteer orientation and register for opportunities through Volunteer FCPS.
- Sign in and out of schools using the visitor kiosk.
Explore School Meals in the Mealviewer Platform
Experience an easier way to view your child’s school menus using Kings Glen MealViewer:
- View what is being served each day.
- View the nutritional information for each meal.
- See if any specific allergens are being served.
- Get notified when your student’s favorite meal is being served.
Printable menus are always available on the Food and Nutrition Services webpage.
Apply Today for Free and Reduced-Price Meals!
According to the Centers for Disease Control, eating breakfast at school is associated with better attendance rates, fewer missed school days, and better test scores. Studies show that students who eat both school breakfast and lunch tend to have healthier diets than those who don't participate in school meals.
Families who qualify for free or reduced-price school meals can receive breakfast and lunch for their students at no cost or at a reduced cost. This includes more than one-third of FCPS students. Families must complete the Free and Reduced-Price Meals (FRM) application before the start of each school year. Approved applications may also qualify students for additional benefits.
The application for FRM is now available for the 2026-27 school year. Students who were approved for FRM last year are eligible for the first 30 days of school this year (or until a new application is processed). Families should reapply as soon as possible so eligible students continue to receive meals at no cost.
Access the application and view criteria and up-to-date information on the FRM webpage. Families should reach out to their schools with questions or for assistance.
Meals for Students Available Through August 21
No-cost meals will be provided to students on a first-come, first-served basis through Friday, August 21, at the sites and times listed on the FCPS Summer Food Service Program webpage. Students must remain on site while eating their meals.
New Requirement for Student Device Use During the School Day
Starting this school year, students must use FCPS-issued devices for school-related digital activities during the instructional day. This is in accordance with a new School Board requirement, approved on July 16, which states that students may not use personal electronic communication or computing devices, including personal laptops, tablets, smartwatches, smartphones, and similar devices.
Students may only use their personal device if it is required as part of a necessary accommodation in the students’ Individualized Education Program (IEP) or Section 504 Plan.
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KP/KG PTA News |
Join the PTA. We hope all members of the KP/KG community will consider joining the PTA this school year. Being a PTA member has numerous benefits -- it's a great way to meet new friends and become more involved in your child's school and community. Join on our website!
Sweet Frog Spirit Day (9564 Old Keene Mill Rd). Grab a sweet treat after Open House this Friday, August 21st anytime from 12-10pm and support the PTA. No flier necessary. Twenty-five percent of all sales during this time will be donated back to the PTA.
Popsicles on the Playground - Sunday, August 23rd. Come enjoy a cool treat the afternoon before the first day of school! We have scheduled times for each grade to come reunite with old friends and meet new ones. Kindergarteners are invited to come from 2-2:30pm; 1st-3rd graders from 2:30-3pm and then we will move down to Kings Glen for the 4th-6th graders from 3:30-4pm.
Want to help with KP/KG PTA’s biggest fundraiser of the year? It’ll be coming up quick and we are looking for sponsors - reach out if you have connections or are interested! The Booster program starts on September 9th and finishes on September 18, 2026 with the Fun Run. Mark your calendars and reach out to Sarah Maccubbin-Tremper at vpfund@kpkgpta.org if you want to be involved!
Volunteer with the PTA. Volunteering is certainly not a requirement of joining the PTA, but we are always looking for more help! We are looking for some volunteer leads for various positions throughout the year. Check out our volunteer openings.
Keep in Touch with the PTA. A great way to keep in touch with the PTA is to subscribe to our emails and/or join our Facebook group. An updated PTA events calendar can also be found on our website.. We will be starting our monthly newsletter in September, which is a great resource to find out more about the PTA. Reach out to board@kpkgpta.org if you have any questions.
Aug 21: Open House 9:30-10:15 a.m.
Aug 21: PTA Sweet Frog Spirit Day (See Above)
Aug 23: PTA Popsicles on the Playground (See Above)
Aug 24: First Day of School (Tardy Bell Rings at 8:40 a.m.)
Sept 3: Back to School Night (5:30-7 p.m.)
Sept 4-7: Labor Day Holiday (School Closed)
Sept 21: Yom Kippur (Schools Closed)
Sept 30: 3-Hr. Early Release Wednesday (Students Dismiss at 12:25 p.m.)
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