When a student misses so many days they are chronically absent, (10% or more days), it means the lack of engagement in learning is an ongoing problem that needs to be addressed.
#HereTodayReadyforTomorrow
2 months ago, Meredith Kesling
Attendance Awareness Month
September is Attendance Awareness Month!
Building strong, trusting relationships that promote a feeling of belonging is fundamental to improving student attendance & engagement. #HereTodayReadyforTomorrow
3 months ago, Meredith Kesling
Attendance Awareness Month
September is Attendance Awareness Month!
Let’s help students build a habit of good attendance early & often! #HereTodayReadyforTomorrow
3 months ago, Meredith Kesling
Attendance Awareness Month
Congratulations to our KQPS School Board Office Staff Member of the Month, Becky Lane!

Becky Lane is the epitome of a team player. She goes above and beyond her regular duties without being asked. She has a true heart for the students, staff, and community of King & Queen County. Even when the job is hard, she does it with grace and poise, all while having a smile on her face. We are truly grateful for her hard work and dedication; we don't know what we would do without her!
3 months ago, King and Queen County Schools
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What a fun day in Pre-K with Ms. Hamilton.
3 months ago, Shante' Harvey
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Just a friendly reminder that ALL KQPS students receive free meals during the 2025-2026 school year!
3 months ago, King and Queen County Schools
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Our glasses are on, and we're READY to learn!!! #KQES #FirstGradeFun
3 months ago, Shante' Harvey
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This is a reminder that all KQPS schools and offices will be closed on Friday, August 29th and Monday, September 1st in observance of Labor Day.
3 months ago, King and Queen County Schools
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🍎 Way to Go, Principals! 🍎 The first two days of school were full of smiles, high-fives, and learning thanks to Principal Bartlett at Lawson-Marriott Elementary and Principal Clarke at King and Queen Elementary! 🏫✨ From greeting buses to popping into classrooms, you made sure our students felt welcomed, supported, and ready to shine. 🌟 Here’s to a year filled with laughter, learning, and success! #BackToSchoolVibes #PrincipalPower
3 months ago, Shante' Harvey
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King & Queen Elementary School is selling spirit wear! Check it out at www.SpiritGearDirect.com/Shop. Deadline to order is August 28.
3 months ago, King and Queen County Schools
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***Please welcome back Nichole Dean to the K&Q Tiger family!***

Ms. Dean is now a 3rd Grade Teacher at King & Queen Elementary School after serving as their Library/Instructional Support Paraprofessional last year. We love having you in the Tiger family, Ms. Dean!

3 months ago, King and Queen County Schools
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***Please welcome back LaVera Hamilton to the K&Q Tiger family!***

Ms. Hamilton is now the Pre-K teacher at Lawson-Marriott Elementary School after serving that school as their Library Media Specialist. We love having you in the Tiger family, Ms. Hamilton!
3 months ago, King and Queen County Schools
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***Please welcome back Stephanie Keeter to the K&Q Tiger family!***

Ms. Keeter is now a Paraprofessional at Central High School after supporting King & Queen Elementary School last year. We love having you in the Tiger family, Ms. Keeter!
3 months ago, King and Queen County Schools
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***Please welcome back Amy Klontzaris to the K&Q Tiger family!***

Ms. Klontzaris is now the Coordinator of Special Education for all King & Queen County Public Schools. We love having you in the Tiger family, Ms. Klontzaris!
3 months ago, Greg Wrenn
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***Please welcome back Amy Klontzaris to the K&Q Tiger family!***

Ms. Klontzaris is now the Coordinator of Special Education for all King & Queen County Public Schools. We love having you in the Tiger family, Ms. Klontzaris!

3 months ago, King and Queen County Schools
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***Please welcome back Amanda Clarke to the K&Q Tiger family!***

Ms. Clarke is now Principal at King & Queen Elementary School after serving as Assistant Principal at Central High School last year. We love having you in the Tiger family, Ms. Clarke!
3 months ago, King and Queen County Schools
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***Please welcome back Meredith Kesling to the K&Q Tiger family!***

Ms. Kesling is now Director of Gifted & Special Projects after serving as Coordinator of Gifted & Special Projects last year. We love having you in the Tiger family, Ms. Kesling!
4 months ago, King and Queen County Schools
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***Please welcome back Greg Wrenn to the K&Q Tiger family!***

Mr. Wrenn is now Assistant Director of Technology after serving as Coordinator of Technology & Integration last year. We love having you in the Tiger family, Mr. Wrenn!
4 months ago, King and Queen County Schools
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***Please welcome Emily Saltzberry to the K&Q Tiger family!***

Ms. Saltzberry is joining the team at King & Queen Elementary School as their new nurse. Welcome to the Tiger family, Nurse Saltzberry!
4 months ago, Greg Wrenn
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***Please welcome Anna Lane to the K&Q Tiger family!***

Ms. Lane is joining the team at Lawson-Marriott Elementary School as their new paraprofessional. Welcome to the Tiger family, Ms. Lane!
4 months ago, King and Queen County Schools
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