KGCS Chronicle

Transition Day

Tuesday, August 11, 2026 is a transition day. This is a school day for students in preschool (all preschool programs), kindergarten, 6th, and 9th grades to help learn a new school and new schedule.

It is a full school day and students can arrive and depart from school with their typical transportation of school bus or parent drop off and pick up.

First Day of School

The first day of school for all students is Wednesday, August 12, 2026.

School Calendar
The complete school calendar can be found on the KGCS webpage.

A printable calendar is also linked.

Elementary 8:50 - 3:40

Middle 7:35 - 2:25

High 7:25 -2:15

Early Release Times:

Preschool 10:30, KGHS 11:20, KGMS 11:30, Elem/VPI 12:35

October 12: 9:30-5:00

February 12: 9:30-3:00

Check Your Child's Bus Stop Information Before School Starts

Please log in to the MyRide K-12 app as soon as possible to verify your child's bus stop location and transportation information for the upcoming school year.

If your family has moved, please contact your child's school to update your home address. If your child will have a new pick-up or drop-off location (such as a daycare or childcare provider), please contact the Transportation Department, 540-775-3870, so those changes can be made.

Transportation needs often change for students entering 6th grade and 9th grade as they transition to new schools and may have different morning or afternoon routines. Reviewing and updating your child's information now will help ensure a smooth start to the school year.

Bus Information

Bus Information is found in the My Ride K-12 app.

• Download the My Ride K-12 app on your phone or visit the website to create your account.
  

• Bus stop information will be available starting August 4.

Final bus route updates will be made before school starts. Be sure to check My Ride K-12 again on August 10 to confirm your child’s bus details before the start of school.

Elementary Student Meal Prices

Breakfast $2.05

Lunch $2.85

Middle and High School Student Meal Prices

Breakfast $2.05

Lunch $2.95

Student meals will be provided at no cost for students at King George Elementary and Head Start this year.

Free and Reduced Meal Application

Free and reduced-price school meal applications are now available for the upcoming school year. Families are encouraged to complete an application.

King George Elementary School families: No application is needed for students attending KGES. As a participant in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), KGES provides free breakfast and lunch to all students.

Important: If your KGES student has siblings attending another King George County school, those siblings must submit an application to be considered for free or reduced-price meals.

Complete your application today.

Preschool Programs
Friday, August 7, 2026; 9:00 AM-11:00 AM

Elementary Schools
Kindergarten: Friday, August 7, 2026; 9:00 AM-10:00 AM
Grades 1-5: Friday, August 7, 2026; 10:00 AM-11:30 AM

Middle School
Grade 6 and New Students: Thursday, August 6, 2026; 2:00 PM-3:00 PM
Grades 7-8: Thursday, August 6, 2026; 3:00 PM-4:00 PM

High School
Grade 9 and New Students: Thursday, August 6, 2026; 4:00 PM- 5:00 PM
Grades 10-12: Thursday, August 6, 2026; 5:00 PM-6:00 PM

Families will use the online portal to complete all traditional back to school paperwork. The online forms will be available on July 16. This paperwork is required of all students annually.

Log in to Parent Portal to complete all of the student information for 2026-27.

It is important to complete the information as soon as possible.

Students and families can access teacher assignments and class schedules electronically through the Parent Portal and PowerSchool Mobile App. Beginning August 5, class schedule information will be available through the electronic Parent Portal.

Families are encouraged to log in before the start of school to review schedules and make sure they have access to important student information. Taking a screenshot of the schedule or printing a hard copy will be helpful to have at Open House.

To attend school in Virginia, all students will need to be up-to-date on their immunizations or have a completed religious or medical exemption on file with the school. The immunization requirements and exemption forms can be located on the Virginia Department of Health website.

All students are required to have cell phones and other communication devices turned off and stored in a backpack or locker during the school day. Cell phones cannot be used or accessed during the instructional day. This includes lunch, class change, and all classes.

Help us stay up to date! If you have moved or changed your address, please contact the school registrar to update your information. It is important to do this before the first week of school. Thank you for your help!

King George High- Amanda Archer, aarcher@kgcs.k12.va.us

King George Middle- Lori Martin, lmartin@kgcs.k12.va.us

King George Elementary- Tracy Newton, tnewton@kgcs.k12.va.us

Potomac Elementary- Tonia Smith, tsmith2@kgcs.k12.va.us

Sealston Elementary- Kristen MacKay, kmackay@kgcs.k12.va.us

Do you have a friend or neighbor new to King George County? Please help us prepare for the school year by encouraging students new to KGCS to register using the online portal linked here.

King George County Schools' School Board policies and regulations are available on the KGCS website.

This online manual serves as the official resource for students, families, staff, and community members seeking a clear understanding of the policies and regulations that guide our school division.

We encourage families to review these resources to stay informed about the expectations, procedures, and governance that support a safe and successful learning environment for all.

Get ready for a successful start to the school year by completing these important tasks!

✔️ To Do Now

• Apply for Free & Reduced-Price Meals.
• Log in to the MyRide K-12 app to verify your child's bus stop location.
• If your transportation needs have changed (new address, daycare, or alternate pick-up/drop-off location), contact the Transportation Department, 540-775-3870, as soon as possible.
• Make sure your child is up to date on all required immunizations, especially if they are entering:
  • Kindergarten
  • 7th Grade
  • 12th Grade

📅 Important Dates

July 16

• Complete your child's Back-to-School Forms electronically in the Parent Portal or PowerSchool app.

August 4

• Bus numbers and pick-up/drop-off times will be available in the MyRide K-12 app.

August 5

• Student schedules and teacher assignments will be available in the Parent Portal or PowerSchool app.

August 10

• Confirm bus details before the first day of school. Routes are continually updated.

Completing these steps early will help ensure a smooth and successful start to the school year!