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We have the following updates for the week of May 18
🗓 Calendar Reminders for This Week:
>> Spring testing is ongoing throughout May
MCAP Reading and Math - Make-Up Testing Grades 3-5
Dibels Reading Testing Grades K-3
i-Ready Reading Testing Grades 4-5
📌 Monday, May 18 - 6:00 pm on Zoom
5th Grade Parent Support Session - Transitional Registration and Synergy ParentVUE
Zoom Link:
https://pgcps-org.zoom.us/j/89328495751?pwd=dHBpa0tLT2V3aG1XeUs4aGpLajBUQT09
📌 Tuesday, May 19 - 2:30-3:30 pm - In-Person
5th Grade Parent Support Session - Transitional Registration and Synergy ParentVUE
📌 Wednesday, May 21 - 2:30-3:30 pm - In-Person
5th Grade Parent Support Session - Transitional Registration and Synergy
ParentVUE
🗓 Calendar Reminders for Next Week:
📌 Monday, May 25 - Memorial Day – Schools and Offices Closed
🗓 Save the Date:
📌 Friday, June 5 - KES Field Day and Carnival - During the School Day
*KES Students Only
Parent Volunteers Needed - Click link below to complete the Volunteer Availability Form:
https://forms.gle/xkK2X2ZeEEhzdtLF9
📌 Friday, June 5 - KES PTO Sneaker Masquerade Ball - Family Dance
5:30 - 7:30 pm - Largo High School
RSVP Form Click Here:
https://forms.gle/5jrUG9i7mMfLAGzD6
*A parent/guardian MUST ATTEND with their child and stay for the ENTIRE EVENT.
*Parent Volunteers needed - indicate your availability on the RSVP form
📌 KES Promotional Ceremonies
Monday, June 15 - Pre-Kindergarten @ 8:30 am
Tuesday, June 16 - Kindergarten @ 8:30 am
Wednesday, June 17 - 5th Grade @ 8:30 am
Click here for more information:
https://www.pgcps.org/schools/kettering-elementary/promotionalceremonies
🔗 Useful Links:
🍕 Lunch Menu
https://schools.mealviewer.com/district/PrinceGeorgesCounty
🏫 PGCPS School Calendar
https://go.activecalendar.com/pgcps/
✅ Things to Do:
❤️ Sign up for the Kids Heart Challenge : http://www2.heart.org/goto/ketteringes
✏️ Read the May Newsletter
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1He8-EMTeJmdjN7xSSV0Hpkm2mT5dT0vW/view?usp=sharing
⌨️ Transitional Enrollment Is Required for 5th Grade Families
All 5th Grade Families - Must complete Transitional Enrollment in Synergy ParentVUE. It is a requirement for all students transitioning schools to submit an updated proof of residency.
Review the Transitional Memo from PGCPS Superintendent for more information:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1u1HlwoiFv4p3LlubyMGo8WSiGKdpjlP8/view?usp=sharing
View the Presentation from the 5th Grade Parent Night
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vS3g0RwRvCe0ukqEQMcKoDazDSLRUTvtnP-HbKOlMZwlIurhx6AOWgmqxpP3-R1fumP-3i2qfantyeT/pub?start=true&loop=false&delayms=3000
Attend an upcoming KES 5th Grade Parent Support Session:
Flyer Link:
https://canva.link/tk82micvpr9wy4d
📚 Read, Read, Read! Support the KES Reading Challenge!
Grades K–2: Read 10 books per month
Grades 3–5: Read 20 books per month
Reading Challenge Parent Letter:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1eq4YeF-4LgJc9K8ixXIUzcZk6865P93_/view?usp=sharing
📝 Sign-Up for Hazel Health - Free physical and mental healthcare services for all PGCPS students - Complete Enrollment Online
https://my.hazel.co/pgcps/consent
➡️ Register to be a PGCPS Parent Volunteer! Registration must be renewed each school year!
https://www.pgcps.org/offices/ograc/volunteer#volunteer-process
🏫 Join the PTO!
https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ketteringespto
*Please add your scholar’s name and homeroom teacher in the notes.
💻 Check your Synergy ParentVUE Account for Attendance and Grades!
ParentVUE Log In:
https://md-pgcps-psv.edupoint.com/PXP2_Login_Parent.aspx?regenerateSessionId=true
--> Never activated your ParentVUE account? Email miecha.galbraith@pgcps.org to request your activation code and directions.
✏️ Submit an Absence Excuse Note
Per PGCPS Administrative Procedure 5113, a written explanation of each absence is required from the parent/guardian within three (3) days of the student’s return to school. The note must indicate the dates and reason for the absence(s). For absences of 3 days or longer, please include a Doctor's Note. The easiest way to submit an absence excuse is to use the school's Absence Reason Notification Form. Click on the link below to submit an absence excuse.
Absence Excuse Form:
https://forms.gle/kduvgwYNmQF6LQHW7
OR
Email your child's teacher and include miecha.galbraith@pgcps.org and tinuke.aderibigbe@pgcps.org
Please remember per PGCPS policy, students who are considered unlawfully absent from school or a class will not have the opportunity to make up missed assignments for a grade.
Refer to the Student Rights and Responsibilities Handbook for further clarification regarding excused and unexcused absences.
Student Rights and Responsibilities Handbook
https://www.pgcps.org/offices/pupil-personnel-services/student-rights-and-responsibilities-handbook