KP Newsletter
- Halloween Parade + Parties | Our Halloween celebration was a howling success! From creative costumes to classroom parties, students and staff brought the spirit and made the day spook-tacular. Thank you to everyone who helped pull off this treat of an event.
- Nov 2 | No School
- Nov 3 | No School: Election Day
- By Nov 6 | MCPS 2027-28 School Calendar Survey: MCPS is seeking community feedback on the proposed 2027-28 traditional school calendar. Please complete this second survey from MCPS.
- Nov 7 | KP Litter Cleanup: Join us as we work together to help keep our school grounds looking beautiful! Whether you can volunteer for an hour or the entire event, your support is appreciated. More details will be shared soon.
- Nov 16–20 | Book Fair: The Book Fair is coming! Students will have the opportunity to browse and purchase books while supporting our school.
- Nov 23–25 | Early Release: Students will be dismissed at 1:20 pm (grades 1-5) and 1:15 pm (kindergarten). Please plan accordingly and ensure transportation arrangements are in place.
- Throughout Nov | Parent-Teacher Conferences: November is conference season! Conferences are a valuable opportunity to discuss student progress, celebrate successes, and partner on goals for the remainder of the school year.
- Volunteer Reminder: Running club is now on Fridays!
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to KP! This can’t-miss event gets kids excited about reading and earns funds + books for our school. SAVE THE DATE for Monday, Nov 16 - Friday, Nov 20.
- On Wednesday, Nov 18, we will have a day long event with Curriculum Night that evening, where parents and caregivers can visit the Book Fair with their kiddos.
- Friday, Nov 13 will be a special day for former KPES students and students of the WJ Cluster to earn SSL hours by helping with our Book Fair setup. More information will be sent home next week.
More information will be sent home next week. Feel free to start exploring together now: KPES Scholastic Book Fair
Kensington Parkwood PTA has for over 5 years partnered with Arcola Elementary School as a sister school in an effort to support the school administration and PTA. This includes planning events/activities, supporting fundraisers, and providing donations as needed. As the winter season and holidays are approaching, here are some ways to support our sister school’s needs.
- Dine out Fundraiser: November 14th @ Chipotle
- Stocking Arcola’s Community Resource Room
- Donate gently used fall/winter items to the Coat Drive led by the KP Green Team. Donation box is located in the main entrance.
- Donate needed items from this Amazon Wish List, which Arcola families in need can “shop” from Arcola’s Community Resource Room
- COMING SOON: Support families in Arcola’s Linkages to Learning Program, which enables at-risk children and their families to improve adjustment to and performance in school, home and in the community.
- Donating grocery store gift cards for the holidays
- Donating gifts to children for the Winter Holidays
On November 18 at 7:00 p.m., a parent webinar will be offered on understanding and managing common after-school challenges. Topics will include homework avoidance, emotional meltdowns, and strategies for helping children transition from the school day to home life. Families who are interested in learning more are encouraged to attend. Registration is required.
Support Our KPES 5th Graders — Class of 2027! 🎓
- Election Day — Tuesday, November 3 | Come out and vote, then stop by for coffee, donuts, and other treats! All proceeds support our 5th graders!
- Planning a party or gathering? Consider Ledo Pizza! Mention KPES, and 25% of your purchase will go toward supporting our 5th graders! Ledo Pizza, 10301 Westlake Drive, Bethesda, MD 20817
Every purchase helps us create wonderful memories for our Class of 2027! Thank you for supporting our students! 🎓💕
