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Due to possible flooding in the Kent Valley, out of an abundance of caution, all after-school activities are canceled at these schools for Monday, December 15:

• East Hill Elementary

• Kent Elementary

• Meadow Ridge Elementary

• Mill Creek Middle School

• Neely-O'Brien Elementary

• Panther Lake Elementary

• River Ridge Elementary

• Scenic Hill Elementary

• Springbrook Elementary

Due to heavy traffic, school buses in the valley will be late.

The city of Kent confirmed that the messages sent from the National Weather Service and King County were to a broad audience. The city of Kent is working to provide additional communications.

Please know the district is closely monitoring the situation, working with the City of Kent Emergency Operations Center, and keeping the safety of our students and staff as our highest priority.

As always, keep monitoring your communications, be safe and cautious. We will provide updates as more information becomes available. Again, continue to monitor your communications.

Dear Cedar Heights Families,

As we are in the midst of 2025–2026 school year, this is a reminder that all students must be up to date on required immunizations in order to attend school. The Washington State Department of Health has released the updated immunization requirements (see attached). Please review them to ensure your student’s records are complete.

To support families, a free, no-cost Immunization Clinic will be held:

December 12, 2025
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Kent School District Administration Building (Mt. Adams Room)
12033 SE 256th St, Kent, WA 98030

Routine childhood and school-required vaccines—including DTaP/Tdap, MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis A & B, Polio, and more—will be available. Covid-19 and flu vaccines are also offered. Walk-ins are welcome, but preregistration is encouraged (QR code in flyer).

If you prefer to visit your child’s pediatrician, many local clinics are currently scheduling annual wellness and immunization appointments. Pediatric offices in the area include Mary Bridge Pediatrics, Valley Children’s Clinic, Kaiser Permanente, Multicare Pediatrics, and Sea Mar Community Health Centers.

Please take a moment to check your student’s records and schedule any needed appointments as soon as possible. If you need help accessing immunizations or have questions, feel free to contact our main office.

Thank you for helping us keep our school community healthy and ready for learning!

Kent School District is hosting a free vaccine clinic to help ensure students are healthy and up to date on required and recommended immunizations. For ages 6 months to 18 years are welcome—no cost, regardless of insurance status!

📅 Date: Thursday, December 12

⏰ Time: 12:00–3:00 p.m.

📍 Location: KSD Administration Building – Mt. Adams Room

💉 Routine & School-Required Vaccines Available:

• DTaP/Tdap (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Whooping Cough)

• Hepatitis A & Hepatitis B

• IPV (Polio)

• Hib (Haemophilus Influenzae)

• HPV (Human Papillomavirus)

• Varicella (Chickenpox)

• MenACWY-TT (Meningococcal)

• MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)

• Men B (Meningococcal B)

• PCV20 (Pneumococcal)

• COVID-19 & Flu (Influenza)

We look forward to seeing you tomorrow, Tuesday, November 25th for Teacher Conferences.

Afternoon Session: 1:00-4:00pm
Closed for Dinner: 4:00-5:00pm
Evening Session: 5:00-7:00pm

Translation devices will be available for families

🎨 Get ready, KSD—It’s almost time! Building on the amazing momentum from last spring, the OneKSD Art Contest returns December 1! Students and staff are invited to show what equity means to them through original artwork celebrating opportunity, belonging, and helping everyone thrive in our diverse community.

🎉 Check out all the details and start dreaming up your design: www.kent.k12.wa.us/oneKSDart

CHMS Conferences November 25th!

🏀🤼‍♀️🎉 Winter sports are heating up! Whether your student is hitting the court, the mat, or the sidelines, completing a CNEEB Application (Child Nutrition Eligibility & Education Benefit) , for those who qualify,  can help make participation more affordable.

By filling out the form, families can unlock:

✅ Reduced or waived fees for basketball, wrestling, cheer, and other activities

✅ More school funding for programs and student support

✅ A stronger, more connected OneKSD community

It’s quick, confidential, and makes a big difference all year long.

📝 Complete your CNEEB today and get ready for a great winter season!

 Fill it out here: Nutrition | Kent School District

If the federal government shutdown continues, food assistance benefits in Washington will end on Oct. 31, 2025. Losing food assistance will have devastating impacts on the well-being of hundreds of thousands of Washington residents and will hurt local economies across the state. DSHS has more information about the impacts as well as what clients can do to prepare for the loss of benefits.

For more information visit: Community Resources | Kent School District