District News

Parent Forum for Independent Review of Special Education Programs - May 22

In a continued effort to meet the needs of our students, KSD is undergoing an independent review of its special education programs. A parent forum will be held May 22 for parents to share their feedback.

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Kent School District Honored by Local Sikh Community

The Sikh Community recognized the KSD Refugee Transition Center at their Vaisakhi Day celebration earlier this month at the Kent ShoWare Center.

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Kentwood Students Recognized in National Letters About Literature Program

Congratulations to ten Kentwood High School students for being recognized in this year’s Letters About Literature contest sponsored by the Washington State Library and the Library of Congress.

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KSD Career Fair for Prospective Teachers and Staff - June 3

This is a great opportunity for prospective teachers and educational staff to have the chance to meet principals, administrators and representatives from our schools, and inquire about open positions in the Kent School District.

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KSD Recognizes Nationally Certified Health Professionals

KSD is fortunate to have many talented and highly skilled national board certified health professionals who are looking after the well-being of our students every day.

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Student Calendar for 2013-2014

The 2013-2014 student calendar is now available to view and print from our website.

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KSD Student Places Third in International 3D Engineering Competition

Congratulations to Kentridge High School’s Max Meaker for his third-place finish in the Art & Architecture category of Stratasys’ International Extreme Redesign 3D Printing Challenge.

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KSD Teachers Pass ProTeach Portfolio

Six teachers passed the rigorous testing process through the state Professional Educator Standards Board (PESB) this year and earned their professional teaching certificates.

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Northwood Middle School Teacher Named 2014 Teacher of the Year

Congratulations to eighth-grade language arts teacher Amy Abrams who was nominated by her peers, with input from parents and students, to receive the award.

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KSD Celebrated Earth Day with a Green Ribbon Schools District Sustainability Award

In commemoration of Earth Day, the U.S. Department of Education announced the recipients of the award. Kent School District is among only 14 schools districts nationwide to receive this honor.

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KSD Announces New Dual Language Program

Under the direction of the board, kindergarten and first-grade students at Scenic Hill and Carriage Crest will be among the first to be offered the chance to apply for KSD’s new Dual Language Spanish Immersion Program.

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KSD Teachers to Attend Summer Leadership Institutes

Congratulations to social studies teachers Travis Foltz of Kent-Meridian High School and Mike Papritz of Kentridge High School for being selected to attend summer leadership institutes at Brown University.

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Cedar Valley’s 5th Annual Science Fair & Expo

The science fair included a celebration complete with trophies, cupcakes and special guests from the community, Washington State Senator Joe Fain and Mayor of Covington Margaret Harto.

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Daniel Elementary Passport to Literature Night

Daniel Elementary hosted a multicultural literacy night to promote literacy and celebrate the diverse cultures of their students and families.

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Enrollment Window for Student Transfers - May 1-31

The Kent School District will accept transfer applications May 1-31 for the 2013-14 school year.

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Kindergarten Registration for 2013-2014

The kindergarten round-up schedule and registration packets for 2013-14 are now available.

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Mattson Students Selected as Earth Heroes

Congratulations to Mattson Middle School support center students who have been selected for King County’s Earth Heroes at School Program for 2013.

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IN THE NEWS: BECU Awards Grants to Kent Schools

BECU awarded grants to five elementary schools in Kent to help fund educational materials, programs and events, environmental learning trips, and technology tools.

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Thank You Soroptimist International Kent

Thank you to Soroptomist International of Kent for donating a large supply of warm socks and $400 worth of gift cards for our students in need.

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The Little Mermaid Jr. – April 2-5

Glenridge Elementary PTO Drama Club will present Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr., performed by Glenridge students. The performance is free for families and community members to attend.

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New Medical Career Pathways Program to Begin Fall 2013

KSD has partnered with Renton Technical College to offer high school students a new and innovative Medical Career Pathways program.

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Greater Auburn Area Career Conference – March 27

High school juniors and seniors in the Auburn, Kent and Enumclaw school districts are invited to meet with prospective employers and learn more about the job skills they will need when they graduate.

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Latino/a Students Represent KSD at LEAP Conference

More than 50 Kent School District students attended the Latino/a Education Achievement Project (LEAP) Conference to learn about issues affecting Latinos including education, college, community involvement, and leadership.

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Two Kentlake Students Place at Regional Art Show

Rocsolana Mamotyuk and Shane Wilson received awards for their artwork at the Puget Sound Educational Service District’s (PSESD) Regional High School Art Show.

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Kentwood Students Take Flight as Washington Aerospace Scholars

Navid Azodi and Brian Lunder were selected for the program based on their academic achievement and interest in the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) programs.

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Parent Academy Draws 150 Participants

Pine Tree and Millennium elementary schools kicked off the first classes of KSD’s Parent Academy for Student Achievement (PASA), a 9-week program created to help parents learn how to better-navigate the school system.

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KSD Offers Enrichment Program for Refugee Students

The program was created to provide enrichment and educational opportunities for 9th- 12th-grade refugee students during their school breaks to help in the social adjustment process.

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Annual Kinder to College Tour

From March through May, KSD kindergarten students and their parents will be visiting local college campuses. Horizon Elementary kicked off the tour in March with a visit to Bellevue Community College.

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Three KSD Schools Named "Reward Schools"

Glenridge, Jenkins Creek and Martin Sortun were selected as Reward Schools by State Superintendent of Public Instruction Randy Dorn.

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Family Engagement is a Top Initiative for KSD

KSD has recently formed a Family Engagement Task Force to help raise student achievement, the district’s number one board goal.

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KSD Saves Money by Cutting Energy Costs

Kent School District offices and schools saved $64,516 through our Energy Conservation Program, with Meridian Middle School having the largest cost avoidance savings.

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KSD Band, Orchestra & Choir Performance Schedule

Enjoy music performances through March at one of the following KSD schools. Concerts are free to attend and open to the public.

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Sawyer Woods Elementary Paraeducator Receives Scholarship

Congratulations to Lisa Parks, the latest recipient of the Kent Association of Paraeducators’ $1000 Scholarship.

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Meeker Middle School Teacher Wins Student-Nominated Award

Congratulations to Meeker Middle School band teacher Carol Brewster who won the First Investors Outstanding Educator Award and will receive a free lunch with the student who nominated her.

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Community Offers Free Dental Services to KSD Students

As part of National Dental Health Month, Seattle-King County Public Health offered free dental sealants to Meadow Ridge students and Fairwood Dental is offering free dental cleanings and exams to children age 14 and younger.

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15 KSD Teachers Receive National Board Certification

Being a National Board Certified Teacher is one of the highest honors an educator can achieve. The district will honor these teachers at the Feb. 13 board meeting.

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A Message from the Superintendent - Your Child's Safety is our Number One Priority

I want to reach out to you and share some thoughts regarding the recent tragedy in Connecticut.

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Jenkins Creek and Martin Sortun Receive 2012 School of Distinction Award

The award is given to the top 5 percent of schools in Washington State who have made sustained improvement in reading and math over five years.

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Kent Phoenix Academy Hosts Clothing Bank

The Kent Area Council PTA is opening a clothing bank hosted at Kent Phoenix Academy.

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