We are planning a 2-hour late start for tomorrow, Thursday, February 6 because we are currently under a winter weather advisory until 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, with the strong possibility of more snow and freezing temperatures.
We are sending this communication the evening before to provide families and staff with time to plan for the potential effects of a two-hour late start. This advance notice aims to help those that need to make arrangements to accommodate this schedule change.
Find more information at https://www.kent.k12.wa.us/article/2013013
All schools and the administration campus are closed today, Wednesday, February 5.
Because of the Wednesday early release schedule, we are unable to implement a two-hour late start, as it would conflict with our transportation system and the need to run buses on multiple routes for both elementary and secondary schools.
Find more information at https://www.kent.k12.wa.us/article/2010584
Monitor communications early Wednesday, Feb. 5. We are continuing to watch the weather forecast and will be checking the roads, parking lots, sidewalks, and walking routes early tomorrow morning. We will notify families and staff tomorrow as soon as a decision is made to open or close schools.
Wednesday morning, February 5, monitor your phone/email, school/district websites, social media, and local news for updates to school schedules or bus routes.
Because of the Wednesday early release schedule, we are unable to implement a two-hour late start, as it would conflict with our transportation system and the need to run buses on multiple routes for both elementary and secondary schools.
For February 5, 2025, there are two options....find more information at https://www.kent.k12.wa.us/article/2010445
Tuesday, Feb. 4, all schools and the administration campus are closed. Thank you for your patience as we prioritize the safety of our students, families, and staff when making these difficult decisions to alter school schedules.
This morning, our district leaders, maintenance, facilities, safety, and transportation staff surveyed roads, school driveways and parking lots, along with sidewalks for our walking students throughout the 72-square miles of our district before making a decision.
Find more information at https://www.kent.k12.wa.us/article/2008397
There will be a two-hour delay to the start of school on Tuesday, February 4 due to the weather forecast of snow and freezing temperatures. The administration campus will be open. Buses will run two hours later than the regular schedule. Continue to check your email, news, and social media for updates.
Today, our maintenance and facility teams worked diligently to clear parking lots and sidewalks. We thank them for their hard work. Even with their efforts to clear the snow, surfaces may be icy tomorrow morning. Be extra careful driving and walking.
Find more information at https://www.kent.k12.wa.us/article/2007464
All schools and the administration campus are closed today, Monday, February 3, 2025.
Because the weather conditions worsened overnight and out of an abundance of caution, we are closing schools and the administration campus today, Monday, February 3. With our district covering over 72 square miles, we must consider all our district’s geography from the foothills to the valley.
Find more information at https://www.kent.k12.wa.us/article/2005241
2-HOUR LATE START ON MONDAY, FEB. 3, 2025! Weather reports indicate likely snow showers and freezing temperatures overnight which will cause slippery road conditions in the morning, Monday, February 3, 2025. To keep our students, families, and staff safe, there will be a two-hour delay to the start of school. The District Administration Campus is open.
Families, please view your student(s) school bell schedule to determine when your student’s school will begin two hours later than the regular schedule.
• Buses will run two hours later than the regular schedule.
• Buses will run normal pick-up routes unless it is determined in the morning that it is unsafe. Please be at the bus stop two hours later than your normal pick-up time.
o Only if there is a change: a notification of buses running on snow/limited bus service routes will be sent around 7:00 a.m. Find the snow/limited bus service route pick-up locations.
• Zero hour is canceled.
• All out of district transportation is canceled.
• All A.M. and P.M. preschool classes are canceled.
• Lunch will be served.
Staff, please follow the Inclement Weather Memo for your labor group. Be safe and cautious due to possible icy conditions and arrive when it is safe to do so.
Please consider volunteering for our book fair during conference week. At this point, only one parent has signed up. Thank you, Sawyer Woods Families!
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Hello SW Families, check out our weekly newsletter: https://kentsd.edurooms.com/engage/sawyer-woods-elementary/newsletters/the-eagles-perch-50983. Our PTA has a Red Robin takeover event next week—information in the newsletter.
Please check out our weekly family newsletter. I am excited to share some really great data in the newsletter. https://kentsd.edurooms.com/engage/sawyer-woods-elementary/newsletters/the-eagles-perch-50209
Check out our weekly family newsletter, The Eagle's Perch https://kentsd.edurooms.com/engage/sawyer-woods-elementary/newsletters/the-eagles-perch-11025
Please Check Out Our Sawyer Woods Family Newsletter https://kentsd.edurooms.com/engage/sawyer-woods-elementary/newsletters/the-eagles-perch-122024
Please Check Out Our Weekly SW Family Newsletter https://kentsd.edurooms.com/engage/sawyer-woods-elementary/newsletters/the-eagles-perch-12-06-24
The Sawyer Woods Giving Tree is live; please consider helping out Sawyer Woods' Families in need of support this holiday season.
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Due to the districtwide closure for power outages in November, the 2024-2025 student calendar has been updated. The optional snow days previously planned for March, April, and May are now regular school days. www.kent.k12.wa.us/calendar
Please see the attached image for information about the SW student yearbook cover design contest. This is a great activity for students to engage in during the four-day weekend.
Happy Thanksgiving.
Mr. Koch
The Kent School District is deeply grateful to voters for passing the Capital and Technology Replacement Levy! Your support ensures our students have the technology, safe buildings, and resources they need to thrive. This levy allows us to upgrade critical infrastructure, enhance cybersecurity, and create dynamic learning environments for all students.
A huge thank you to our community for believing in our mission and investing in the future of our students. Together, we are #OneKSD.
All Kent School District Schools and the administration campus are open and operating on normal schedules Monday, November 25. Buses are on normal routes at the regularly scheduled pick-up times.
Please check out our weekly newsletter The Eagle's Perch 11/22/24 https://kentsd.edurooms.com/engage/sawyer-woods-elementary/newsletters/the-eagle-s-perch-11-22-24
Schools Closed Friday, November 22, Administration Campus Open. We appreciate your understanding as we continue to prioritize the safety of our students and staff in the aftermath of this severe windstorm. We are working diligently with Puget Sound Energy (PSE) to reopen our schools. Currently, there are 17 schools without power and three with unsafe conditions. PSE estimates that power will be restored by Saturday, November 23. Power has been restored at the administration campus. https://www.kent.k12.wa.us/article/1885129
