Newsletter
PTA Communications
Hello KPES,
I am looking forward to the Science Fair tomorrow we already have 47 entries… go KPES scientists! Let’s see whose ideas really react well under pressure.
A special thank you to Jimena Abreu and Lindsey Cabrera for hosting Skate Night—it was wonderful to see so many families coming together and having fun.
Kindergarten registration is now open
Tell your neighbors and help spread the word!
Thank you for helping make KPES such a special place for our students.
With gratitude,
Uduak Ogunsiakan
Sam (4) • Josiah (2) • Faithful (1)
Science Fair – March 24
Tuesday, March 24 | 7:00–8:30 PM
All-Purpose Room (APR) / Gym
• Free display boards are available in the main office (provided by the PTA) for students who need one
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International Night – April 17We’re excited for International Night on April 17 a wonderful opportunity for our community to come together and celebrate cultures from around the world!
Families can participate by representing a country through food, traditions, clothing, or displays.
Sign up by April 10
Flyer and sign-up
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1B3QlsNTubyqEVvi3gMVqjBAWtLQPl7Il/view?usp=drive_link
Free display boards are available in the main office (provided by the PTA) for students who need one
Don’t miss this opportunity to share your culture and experience others!
5th Grade Dine-Out Fundraiser
Skip cooking on Tuesday, March 24 and support our 5th grade class!
Five Guys will donate a portion of proceeds to our graduating class.
What: 5th Grade KP Fundraiser
When: Tuesday, March 24 | 5–9 PM
Where: Five Guys – Kensington
Order in store or online (carry-out only) and simply mention KP when ordering or picking up your order.
Dinner solved—and you help our 5th graders!
Food Take-Home Program Donations
Donations are always appreciated for the food take-home program supporting KP students in need. Drinks and snacks are especially helpful.
Sign up here if you can contribute:
https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10C084AA5AE2A1-snacks
Thank you for supporting KP families.
James McSavaney
Yearbook Information
KP Yearbook Store
https://yearbookmarket.com
Parents of 5th graders will receive a free yearbook for their graduating student.
If you have children in other grades, you only need to purchase yearbooks for those students.
Submit photos for the yearbook
Password: KPphotos-1
https://books.yearbooks.me/cg/jdemdv8v4t9pfd9u7ku88tw8qtgxxkynv
PTA Leadership Opportunities – 2026–2027
The PTA Nominating Committee will soon begin seeking candidates for the 2026–2027 KP PTA.
Committee members:
• Nadia Rahaman
• Matt Shell
• Terra Tuono-Shell
If you are interested—or know someone who might be—please contact:
KPPTANom...@gmail.com
Potential positions include:
• President
• VP of Fundraising / Membership
• VP of Academic Enrichment
• VP of Communications
• Secretary
• WJ Cluster Representative
• MCCPTA Representative (2 openings)
• NAACP Representative
Kindergarten Registration – Now Open
Kindergarten registration is now open! If you have an incoming kindergarten student or know a family who does, please be sure to begin the registration process.
Important Dates
• Mar 24 — Science Fair
• Mar 24 — 5th Grade Dine-Out Fundraiser
• Mar 30 – Apr 6 — SPRING BREAK
• Apr 17 — International Night (New Date)
• Apr 24 — Spring Picnic
• May 5 — Next PTA Meeting
Helpful Links
MCPS Calendar
https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/calendar/
KPES Website
https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/parkwoodes/
KP PTA Website
https://www.kppta.org/
PTA Membership
https://www.kppta.org/membership
Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/kpes_pta
Next Newsletter Release: April 5, 2026
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