Hello Pine Tree Families, this is a message from our Falcons PTO Group!
We’re excited to announce that we need volunteers for our October events! Here’s how you can get involved:
Conference Week Meals/Treats: We’re looking for volunteers to prepare delicious dishes or treats for our dedicated staff who will be staying late for parent-teacher conferences on October 21st and 22nd. Your contributions will help show our appreciation for their hard work!
Book Fair Assistance: Join us at the Book Fair! We need volunteers to help with setup, sales, and organizing books. It’s a fun way to promote literacy and support our school community. Book Fair is October 18th -24th.
Monster Mash - On Friday, October 18th is a Family Friendly Event: See how you can help below.
Arts and Crafts Table: We’re looking for creative volunteers to assist at the arts and crafts table. Help inspire our young artists!
Set-Up/Clean-Up: We need hands on deck to help with set-up and clean-up for our events. Every bit of help counts!
DJ: If you have experience as a DJ or just love to play music, we’d love to have you help create a fun atmosphere!
If you’re interested in volunteering for either event, please sign up by using the QR Codes in the flyer below or contact falconspto@falconspto.onmicrosoft.com. Your support makes a big difference!
Thank you for being a vital part of the Falcons community!
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
Student Individual Portrait Day is Tomorrow! It's not too late to pre-order your student's portrait, you can scan the QR code to order today.
We invite you to our Annual Title 1 and School-Wide Open House this Thursday, September 19th! Title 1 presentation will begin at 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm and the Open House will follow after, from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm!
Come and hear from our Principal, Dr. Dana Stiner, tour the classrooms, and visit community booths. We look forward to seeing you!
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!
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.
Join us for our next levy listening session on Sept. 17 at 6 p.m. in the KSD district office boardroom. Learn about the replacement Capital & Technology levy on the November 5th ballot.
The Smile Mobile is coming to Kent Sept. 16-19 at Kent Elementary School. The dental team will see babies though high school aged patients, as well as pregnant/postpartum patients with Apple Health and no insurance. Call 888.286.9105 to schedule your appointment.
The vendor for our new KSD app is still working on some bugs, so the launch of rooms has been postponed. We will provide an updated launch date as soon as possible.
Have you downloaded the new KSD app yet? If you haven't, this is a great time to grab it from Google Play or the App Store! All of your KSD news, events, notifications, and other information all in one convenient place. And Rooms are launching on Tuesday, September 10th, making it even easier to stay connected to teachers and classrooms! Download it today!
September is Attendance Awareness Month! "Be Present, Be Powerful!" is this year's inspiring theme from Attendance Works. KSD is dedicated to encouraging all students to arrive on time and attend every class. Being present is crucial for unlocking their full potential and ensuring the best opportunities for success. Let’s work together to make every moment count and harness the power of consistent attendance!
All KSD schools, buildings, and the Administration Center will be closed on Monday, September 2, in observance of Labor Day. Wishing everyone a safe and restful holiday!
For the 2024-25 school year, breakfast and lunch meals (not a la cart items) are available at no cost for all students at all schools regardless of family or household income. For more information visit https://bit.ly/FreeBreakfastLunch
Hi Pine Tree Family! We invite you to our Ice Cream Social on Monday, August 26 from 5:30p-6:30p. Bring the family and meet your teacher, grab a free book, and enjoy some ice cream provided by Pine Tree's PTO. We can't wait to see you there!
A big thanks to our KSD Leadership Team for joining forces this week to create a "School Supply Salad!" Your generosity makes a big difference for our students! Watch a short video.
The first day of Kindergarten is Tuesday, September 3! We can't wait to welcome our newest scholars to KSD this fall! School supply lists are available on each school's website.
We're looking forward to the start of a new school year! Enjoy the rest of your summer and we'll see you on Wednesday, August 28!
Get a jump start on Battle of the Books! Thanks Covington Library!
Reminder: All KSD buildings and the Administration Center will be closed today, Wednesday June 19, in observation of Juneteenth.
Also known as Freedom Day, Juneteenth honors the end of slavery in the US and marks the day federal troops arrived in Texas in 1865, a full two and a half years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation.
