Dr. Koop's Newsletter
March 28, 2025
Dear KRS families,
Happy (Almost) April!
On Monday, March 31, 2025, schools will be closed for students in observance of Eid.
This week, KRS students enjoyed a special visit from some of Madison's finest! Police officers joined lunch periods to answer questions and even challenge students to a few rounds of Jenga. The lively interactions sparked great conversations, plenty of laughter, and lasting memories.
Adding to the excitement, "DP" from the Harlem Wizards stopped by to promote the Harlem Wizards game happening on April 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM at Madison High School—mark your calendars for what promises to be a fantastic event!
On Thursday, students in grades 2-5 participated in a "book tasting" event, sampling a variety of books in a fun, interactive way designed to spark their love for reading.
Wishing you a wonderful weekend!
Sincerely,
Dr. Kathy Koop
Bring Your Child to Work Day - April 24, 2025
Take Your Child to Work Day is on Thursday, April 24, 2025. If you plan to have your child participate, please complete the required form using the link below:
Take Your Child to Work Day Form
Once completed, please send the form to your child’s teacher. This ensures that their absence is properly documented.
KRS Student Newspaper - March Edition
Please see this link - https://secure.smore.com/n/c9ysb to read the March Edition of the KRS Student Newspaper.
KRS Spring Concert - Band, Chorus, and Orchestra Students
Kings Road School 4th and 5th graders who participate in the Band, Orchestra and Chorus are hard at work putting the finishing touches on the music they will perform in our upcoming spring concert. The concert will be held on Tuesday May 13th at the Madison Junior School. Show starts at 7:00pm. Come out if you can. All are welcome!
Parent/Teacher Conferences - April 7-9, 2025
Spring Parent-Teacher Conferences are scheduled for April 7-9. These meetings are an excellent opportunity to discuss your child's progress, strengths, and areas for growth. If you do not yet have a scheduled conference, we encourage you to reach out to your child’s teacher as soon as possible to arrange a time.
To make the most of your conference, consider these tips:
✅ Come prepared – Bring any questions or concerns you’d like to discuss.
✅ Share insights – You know your child best! Share observations about their learning and well-being.
✅ Collaborate on solutions – Work with the teacher to set goals and discuss ways to support learning at home.
✅ Follow up – Stay in touch with your child’s teacher to monitor progress and keep communication open.
We appreciate your partnership in your child’s education and look forward to these important conversations.
KRS Parent Book Club
The third meeting of the KRS Parent Book Club will be held via Zoom on April 9, 2025 from 7-8 PM. Everyone is invited to attend. To participate, all you need is a copy of the Anxious Generation by, Jonathan Haidt. Our third meeting will focus on pages 113 - 218 to include the following topics:
Part 3 The Great Rewiring: The Rise of the Phone-Based Childhood
Chapter 5 The Four Foundational Harms: Social Deprivation, Sleep Deprivation, Attention Fragmentation, and Addiction
Chapter 6 Why Social Media Harms Girls More Than Boys
Chapter 7 What is Happening to Boys?
Chapter 8 Spiritual Elevation and Degradation
Mr. Letchinger - Staff Highlight
What is your role at Kings Road School?
5th Grade Math & Science teacher
What are your qualifications to serve in your role?
I am a 5th grade math and science teacher! I love teaching kids how to problem solve and push them to try their best.
What do you like about Kings Road School?
What I really like about Kings Road School is the sense of community—it just feels like a welcoming, positive place to be every day. The students are curious and fun to work with, and the staff is super supportive and collaborative. It’s the kind of place where people genuinely care about each other and where learning feels exciting.
What is your favorite book?
My favorite book of all time is Caps for Sale
What do you like to do when you are not at Kings Road School?
When I’m not at Kings Road School, I love spending time with my family—especially playing with my two boys, who definitely keep me on my toes! I’m really into music, whether it’s playing or just listening. I also enjoy sailing, scuba diving, and traveling when I get the chance. Basically, anything that lets me explore, unwind, or have some fun with the people I care about.
