Reminder: It's time to check your mailbox! Ballots have been sent out, so keep an eye out for yours, and remember to vote by November 5.
Elementary Conferences are happening next week, October 21-25.
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.
As conferences are approaching, we want to ensure you have a successful conference with your student's teacher. Check out these five tips!
Happy Cybersecurity Awareness Month! Let's keep our online world safe together. Here are four easy ways to stay safe online brought to us by the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA).
1️⃣ Use Strong Passwords
2️⃣ Turn on Multi-factor Authentication (MFA)
3️⃣ Recognize & Report Phishing
4️⃣ Update Software
Stay informed, stay safe! Visit cisa.gov/cybersecurity-awareness-month for more information.
The Kent-Meridian Volleyball Program (KMVB) proudly hosts a Teacher Appreciation Night each season to recognize the phenomenal educators who have made a lasting impact on our student athletes' lives. Over the years, players have invited a diverse range of teachers, including elementary educators, former coaches, counselors, advisors and more. KMVB shares, "often teachers go unnoticed or unappreciated. We want to honor those who have truly made a difference." Round of applause for our incredible teachers and congratulations on the win, KMVB!
Kentwood High School came, cheered and CONQUERED at their homecoming and pink out game last week!
#OneKSD
Kentlake was buzzing on Thursday as students celebrated the short school week and prepared for homecoming (tonight at 7 at French Field!). Those fresh baked cookies in the student store were hard to resist. #OneKSD
We'll be cleaning dust out of our lenses for weeks, but we had so much fun at the Canyon Ridge Color Run on Thursday!
Staff at Kent Laboratory Academy and across the district are meeting this morning to collaborate, celebrate, review data, and plan. #OneKSD
A KSD Reminder: Our final Levy Listening Session is on Tuesday, October 15, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Join us in person at the KSD Board Room or virtually via Zoom. For direct links, visit: https://www.kent.k12.wa.us/events?id=32699665. We hope to see you there!
Reminder: No school on Friday, October 11 for Teacher Workshop Day! A huge shoutout to our incredible teachers and students for their hard work during the first six weeks of school. Your dedication truly makes a difference!
"The Anxious Generation: Essential Strategies for Rewiring Childood," an exclusive ParentEd talk by renowned author Jonathan Haidt is coming on October 15th at noon. Use this link to register for free: https://bit.ly/3Y68VnQ.
Together we rise! Winning is great, but supporting one another is what true sportsmanship is all about. #OneKSD
Thank you, City of Kent, for your generous donation of backpacks and school supplies for students at Kent-Meridian High School! Mayor Dana Ralph (a KMHS alum) stopped by today to deliver the items.
The replacement Capital Projects & Technology levy includes funding for 11 software subscriptions used by students in all schools. Learn more about the levy at www.KSDLEVY.org
It’s painful to face, but we can’t change it until we do: We are raising the “anxious generation.” Over the last decade, mental health problems are soaring among youth. Join ParentMap and Kent School District for an eye-opening virtual Q&A with renowned social psychologist Jonathan Haidt, author of “The Anxious Generation.” In this live ParentEd Talk, Haidt will explore the factors contributing to this epidemic and what we can do to change it. It’s time to unplug and reclaim childhood. Sign up for free using this link: https://bit.ly/3Y68VnQ
We are sharing information about a threat to some schools that was posted on social media. We have learned this is a nationwide threat circulating in our area with both local police and the FBI investigating this situation. Two Kent School District schools, Kent-Meridian High School and Springbrook Elementary School were on a list of 20+ schools in anonymous social media posts on multiple platforms.
Kent Police have investigated and have advised there is not a credible threat and to conduct normal school activities. Kent Police will continue to monitor the situation, and schools may see an increased police presence today. We appreciate the quick response by our community to notify us about this issue. Please communicate with your children the importance of reporting anything concerning to an adult and if anyone has additional information about this threat, we encourage you to call 911.
The safety of all students is always our primary concern regardless of the credibility of a threat. Keeping our schools safe is a shared responsibility and we value our partnerships with families and staff.
Starting as early as preschool and kindergarten, regular attendance is essential for students gaining the academic and social skills they need to thrive. Research shows that when students are chronically absent (missing 10% or more of the school year or 18 days over an entire school year), they are less likely to read proficiently by third grade, achieve in middle school and graduate from high school.
Introducing ParentEd talks! KSD has partnered with ParentMap to give you free access to presentations by nationally renowned speakers - a dynamic series of parent education webinars designed to guide you through the ups and downs of parenting. Watch for information about the first session, coming soon!
Join us for monthly virtual sessions with renowned parenting experts, covering important topics such as building resilience, managing screen time, supporting youth mental health and nurturing independence.
September 17 is National Voter Registration Day! Washington makes it easy to register or to check your registration status online. Go to vote.wa.gov and register today to make sure your voice is heard in November!
Join us for our next levy listening session, September 17 at 6 p.m. in the district office board room. Learn about our upcoming replacement Capital and Technology levy on the November 5th ballot.
