KPES Newsletter 3: PTA Zoom, Volunteering & Community Events
PTA Communications
Hello Kensington Parkwood Families,
It was wonderful seeing so many of you at Back to School Night—connecting with both familiar faces and new friends always reminds me how special our KP community is.
Tomorrow begins lunch and recess volunteering, and this is one of the best ways we can support our children during the school day. Let’s sign up, show up, and be present for our babies!
With blessings,
Uduak Ogunsiakan
PTA Communications | Parent of Sam (4), Josiah (2), Faithful (1)
📌 Volunteer Reminder
Volunteering starts Monday, September 8.
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Sign up here: Signup Genius Volunteer Form
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Drop-ins welcome for recess or lunch duty—just sign in at the Front Desk and confirm you’ve completed the mandatory training.
Important:
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KP uses a Visitor Management System (VMS) to print badge stickers and help keep kids safe.
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Bring a valid ID (Driver’s License or similar) to check in.
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Don’t forget to check out before leaving.
Questions? Email KPVolun...@gmail.com.
We are looking for all levels of participation—from occasional help to regular volunteering. Please specify your availability on the interest sheet:
KPES Volunteer Interest Spreadsheet
🗓 Community Calendar
From Elaine Avin (5th & 3rd parent):
“I created a calendar you can subscribe to with school events, no school days, bake sales, and the newly announced boundary study sessions.”
➡️ Subscribe to the KPES Events Calendar
🦅 PTA Kickoff Meeting
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Tuesday, September 16, 7:30–8:30 PM (Zoom)
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Meet the board, hear about fall plans, and learn how to get involved.
Join here: Click to start or join the Zoom meeting
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Consider joining EagleFund to support programs all year—every donation helps!
🍕 Hospitality Thank You
A huge thank you to everyone who participated in our recent Hospitality event! The teachers and staff at KP loved the treats and felt truly appreciated. Your time, donations, and effort made it a warm and welcoming success.
🏃♀️ Kensington 8K Race – Saturday, September 20
Did you know the Kensington 8K Race is one of KP PTA's primary fundraising events, generating $15,000 annually for the school?
You and your family can help out and have fun by running, walking, or volunteering at this great community event.
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Run or Walk the 8km, 2 mile, or 1km events
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Volunteer as a Course Marshal, or help with Registration, Set-Up, or Parking
➡️ Visit kensington8k.org for more information and to sign up!
Shared by John Seabreeze, Race Director & KP Parent Alumni (Classes of '10, '13, and '16 — feels just like yesterday!)
🙌 Mark Your Calendars
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September 16 – PTA Budget Meeting
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September 20 – Kensington 8K Run
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September 26 – Back to School Picnic
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October 6 – Picture Day
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October 7 – PTA Meeting
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October 31 – Halloween Party/Parade
💳 Join the PTA & EagleFund
Your support powers events, enrichment, classroom resources, and more!
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Join via the KP PTA site: kppta.org/membership
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Or go directly to Membership Toolkit
🔗 Helpful Links
✉️ Submissions
Want something included in the newsletter? Email communi...@kppta.org with subject line “Newsletter.”
📅 Next Release: September 21, 2025