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Forest Knolls Mustang Message
May 19, 2024
Dr. Taylor-Cox, Principal
Forest Knolls Elementary School
This Week's Mustang Message Includes:
Message from Dr. Taylor-Cox
End of Year Survey for Forest Knolls Parents/Caregivers
FKES Career Day and Spirit week
Message from Mr. Epps about Field Day
Enrollment Is Open for Prekindergarten and Kindergarten
Family Resources
PTA
Important Dates
Message from Dr. Taylor-Cox
FKES Career Spirit Week
We're excited to announce our FKES Career Week from May 20th-May 24th, and our Career Day on May 23rd! Students will explore various professions and will also participate in career themed activities throughout the week. In addition, each day features a different theme to continue our learning and celebration of different careers. Thank you for your support in making Career Week memorable for our students. Please see the flyer below for the Career Week themes! If you have any questions please email rachel_j_schechter@mcpsmd.org .
Message from Mr. Epps about Field Day
It is almost time for FIELD DAY! Field day will be on May 31, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Please make sure your child is dressed for the weather and has a water bottle. The students will need to bring a bag lunch. If you need to order one, just order lunch as usual that day. VOLUNTEERS will be needed. Be on the lookout for a sign-up sheet from PTA. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Epps.
Enrollment Is Open for Prekindergarten and Kindergarten
Prekindergarten and Head Start Registration Open for Income-Eligible Families
Children 4 years old on or before Sept. 1, 2024, can register online or in person for the Prekindergarten and Head Start programs. Families must be income-eligible to apply.
Children who will be 5 years old by Sept. 1, 2024, are eligible to register for kindergarten.
Family Resources
Mrs. Veronica Gonzalez, Forest Knolls Parent Community Coordinator, will share family resources throughout the year. Please contact Mrs. Gonzalez with questions, needs, or ideas at 240-740-4620 (office), 240-550-3254 (cell), veronica_gonzalez@mcpsmd.org (email).
The next Latina Coffee is June 4th at 3:30
Forest Knolls PTA
The next PTA Meeting is June 4th at 7:00 PM.
Mabel’s Labels 2024 Fundraiser
Celebrate Diversity: This is How We Do It Night May 30th 6:45-8:15
Dine-out: Don't miss our final dine-out fundraiser for FKES! By ordering from California Tortilla between 4 and 8 pm on Thursday, May 23, you're not only supporting our school but also enjoying a delicious meal. California Tortilla is donating 25% of group profits for all carry-out and online orders. Let's close out the year strong!
Important Dates
May is Asian American Pacific Islander Month & Jewish American Heritage Month
May 20-24 Career Spirit Week
May 23 Career Day
Dine-Out at California Tortilla 4:00-8:00
May 24 Grade 3 Field Trip
May 24 Grade 5 Field Trip
May 27 No School
May 30 Grade 4 Field Trip
May 30 PTA Celebrate Diversity: This is How We Do It Night 6:45-8:15
May 31 Field Day
June 4 PTA Meeting
June 6 Instrumental Music Concert 7:00
June 7 Rain Date for Field Day
June 10 Grade 5 Promotion
June 11 Grade 5 Day of Fun & Service
June 11 End of Year Party for all families 6:00-8:00
June 12 Rain Date for Grade 5 Day Fun & End of Year Party
June 13 Grade 5 Clap Out
June 13 Early Dismissal and Last day of school for students