Today is the National Education Association's Read Across America Day! If you're on FB or IG, tell us what you or your kids are reading in the comments. #OneClass #OneKSD

Make sure your contact info is up-to-date on Skyward Qmlativ for seamless communication! https://www.kent.k12.wa.us/page/skyward-qmlativ-family-access

🤝 Public schools are more than classrooms—they’re community hubs! From family engagement nights to partnerships with local organizations, public schools bring people together. Share a story of how your school has connected with the community! #PSW25 #PublicSchoolProud

At last night's board meeting, Portia was recognized as an outstanding Cedar Valley scholar! From leading as ASB President to rocking the Crochet Club, playing flute in the band, and serving as a safety patrol officer, Portia showcases what it means to be a Cedar Valley Cheetah. Congrats on this well-deserved recognition, Portia! #OneClass #OneKSD

Tired of the constant conflict around us? Let’s raise kids who lead with respect and integrity. 🙌 Join ParentMap and Kent School District on Feb. 25 for a live ParentEd Talk with celebrated authors Sam Goldstein and Robert B. Brooks. They’ll share valuable insights on how to foster the lost art of civility at home. Learn how to: ✅ Promote empathy and integrity ✅ Encourage constructive dialogue ✅ Equip kids to navigate social challenges Register for the live Q&A webinar. You'll also gain access to the event video so you can watch it anytime, anywhere. Sign up here: https://www.parentmap.com/civil

Throughout February, we honor the contributions, achievements, and rich history of Black Americans who have shaped our world. Together, we celebrate diversity, unity, and the power of education in creating a brighter tomorrow. Let's continue to learn, reflect, and grow as a community! ✨ #BlackHistoryMonth #OneCommunity #OneKSD

Tired of the constant conflict around us? Let’s raise kids who lead with respect and integrity. 🙌 Join ParentMap and Kent School District on Feb. 25 for a live ParentEd Talk with celebrated authors Sam Goldstein and Robert B. Brooks. They’ll share valuable insights on how to foster the lost art of civility at home. Learn how to: ✅ Promote empathy and integrity ✅ Encourage constructive dialogue ✅ Equip kids to navigate social challenges Register for the live Q&A webinar. You'll also gain access to the event video so you can watch it anytime, anywhere. Sign up here: https://www.parentmap.com/civil

Career Technical Education equips students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their future careers. Congratulations to the Kent-Meridian students that competed in the Welding at the Skills USA competition! #OneClass #OneKSD

Kelli Kauakanelehua Adams, a proud Kentridge Class of 2015 graduate has made her mark in the literary world. 📚✨ Kelli's book, "Legendary Frybread Drive-In: Intertribal Stories" is a powerful compilation of short stories by 13 incredible authors. The book will release this summer! Congratulations, Kelli! #Kentridge #OneClass #OneKSD

Kentwood commercial art students visited the Museum of Pop Culture to learn about visual arts in multiple artistic fields. These include indie video games, music and music design (such as album covers, stage costumes, and flyers for shows), movie and TV set design, prop and costume design (mostly for genres like horror, fantasy, and science fiction), general design in pop culture, and an exhibit showcasing Keith Haring’s graffiti art. Students were asked to reflect on how skills learned in Commercial Art 1 could be applied to any number of artistic careers.

Mid-Winter Break is here! No school 02/17-18. ❄️ #MidWinterBreak

All schools and the administration campus are open today, Friday, February 14. Schools are starting and ending at their normal times with the exception of elementary schools that will release three hours early due to elementary conferences. We urge everyone to dress warmly and exercise caution on the roads, in parking lots, and along walking routes and sidewalks.

A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for our area until 8:00 a.m. tomorrow, Friday, February 14. This weather system is expected to bring snow and freezing temperatures overnight and into the morning hours. Due to a scheduled three-hour early release for all elementary schools as part of elementary conferences, a two-hour delayed/late start cannot be implemented due to conflicts within our transportation system, which operates multiple routes for both elementary and secondary schools. We encourage you to stay informed by checking local weather reports and monitoring your email or other preferred communication channels early tomorrow morning, Friday, February 14. In the event of any changes to school schedules or district operations, we will make a decision by 5:00 a.m. on Friday, February 14.

🌟 Students from River Ridge Elementary and Kentridge High School recently took the spotlight at a board meeting, presenting the development of enriching, sustainable, and inclusive physical spaces that are accessible, conscious of social and emotional learning needs, environmentally friendly, and culturally affirming for our students, families, and staff. #OneClass #OneKSD

Dreaming of a more respectful, empathetic world? It starts with how we parent today. Join ParentMap and Kent School District on Feb. 25 for a live Q&A with celebrated authors Sam Goldstein and Robert B. Brooks. They’ll share practical tips to nurture empathy, encourage constructive dialogue and help your child grow into a confident, compassionate leader. 🌍💙 Sign up for the live Q&A webinar. You'll also gain access to the event recording so you can watch it anytime, anywhere. Register here: https://www.parentmap.com/civil

Ready to view your report card? Go to: https://www.kent.k12.wa.us/page/skyward-qmlativ-family-access. Under the FAQ section, open "How do I view my student's report card?" to see instructions with screen shots. Be sure to use the translate button in the upper right corner of the page if needed.

Elementary Conferences are happening this week, February 10-14. Conference dismissal time is 3 hours early for elementary schools on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. All KSD schools will release 2 hours early on Wednesday.

Snow much fun at Cedar Valley! ❄️⛄️ Had an amazing time playing in the snow, but don’t forget to bundle up! Make sure students are wearing warm clothing to stay cozy and safe! 🧣🧤 #OneKSD #CedarValley

All schools and the administration campus are open and operating on normal schedules today, Friday, February 7. We thank our facility and maintenance teams for their work clearing parking lots and sidewalks. However, we urge everyone to exercise caution on the roads, in parking lots, and along walking routes and sidewalks., as conditions may still be slippery.

There is a 2-hour late start today, Thursday, February 6. Please be careful walking or driving. Families: View your student(s) school bell schedule to determine when your student’s school will begin two hours later than normal. https://www.kent.k12.wa.us/page/bell-schedule Buses will run two hours later than the regular schedule. Please be at the bus stop two hours later than your normal pick-up time. Zero hour canceled. All out of district transportation canceled. All A.M. and P.M. preschool classes canceled. Lunch served. Find more information at https://www.kent.k12.wa.us/article/2013013