We’re eager to connect and partner with you this 2024-25 school year in support of your children’s academic, social, and emotional growth. You can expect to receive the Courier every Friday.

• On the top of the page, you will find ADA and Translation features. To translate, click on the Translate button and choose your desired language.
• En la parte superior de la página, encontrará funciones de ADA y traducción. Para traducir, haga clic en el botón Traducir y elija el idioma que desee.
• Dusha sare ee bogga, waxaad ka heli doontaa ADA iyo sifooyinka Turjumaada. Si aad u turjunto, dhagsii badhanka Turjumka oo dooro luqadda aad rabto.
  
• В верхней части страницы вы найдете функции ADA и перевода. Для перевода нажмите кнопку «Перевести» и выберите нужный язык.
  
• د پاڼې په سر کې، تاسو به د ADA او ژباړې ځانګړتیاوې ومومئ. د ژباړې لپاره، د ژباړې تڼۍ باندې کلیک وکړئ او د خپلې خوښې ژبه غوره کړئ.
  
• در بالای صفحه، شما ویژگی های ADA و ترجمه را پیدا کنید. برای ترجمه، روی دکمه ترجمه کلیک کنید و زبان مورد نظر خود را انتخاب کنید.
  

Are you looking for an easy way to get involved at Kenwood? Volunteering in the lunchroom or recess is a great way! Kenwood has volunteers to help in the lunchroom each day and new this year, volunteers will be out at recess for 30 minutes.

Lunch volunteer duties include helping children open their lunches, serving lunch for the younger grades, cleaning up spills, talking with students, and sanitizing the lunchroom before the next group of students arrive. You can sign up during your child's lunch period or do multiple lunch periods. Grandparents, neighbors, caregivers are all welcome to volunteer! We are looking for anyone who can help out for at least 30 minutes weekly or bi-weekly.

Recess volunteers are asked to come ready to play with the students outside. Recess volunteers may supervise games or assist with door duty (managing who comes in and out of the building for bathroom or water breaks). Recess volunteers are new to Kenwood this year, so we will be learning as we go what works best for Kenwood.

• Kenwood Lunch Volunteer Signup
• Kenwood Recess Volunteer Signup

• Kenwood Lunch Volunteer Substitute Signup

If you have any questions about volunteering in the lunchroom, please reach out to parent volunteer Kelly Henry at kellybhenry@gmail.com.

Thank you in advance for your willingness to support Kenwood!

Are you interested in a low-stress way to get involved in the Kenwood community? The following classes are still in need of a Room Rep: Ms. Grace (2), Ms. Maupin (2), Ms. Sue (3), Ms. DeMery (4), Ms. Crawford (5) and Ms. Suedbeck (5).

We are looking for Room Reps- a caregiver from each classroom who serves as the connection between the PTA, teacher, and classroom community. The time commitment is about 1 hour/month (with many opportunities for extra engagement if you'd like!) and involves sending emails to the classroom community alerting them of upcoming activities, recruiting volunteers for class events, and organizing staff appreciation efforts.

If you'd like to volunteer or have questions, please contact Meg (megan.j.montgomery@gmail.com or 919-423-2409) or Elyse (elyse.erickson@gmail.com or 952-200-5059).

If your child will be late or absent due to illness, please call the attendance line at 612-668-2766. If no one answers, leave a voicemail. We'll call you back if we have questions.

If your child's end of day plans are changing, please make sure the main office is aware in addition to the classroom teacher. Parents/caregivers should call or email School Secretary Danielle Sanders at 612-668-2760 before 2 p.m.

Kenwood Site Council kicks off next week! Site Council is a representative forum of licensed staff, parents, community members and school administration to give all stakeholders in the Kenwood School community a voice in the school’s decision-making process.

Site Council generally meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month from 4:15-5:45 p.m. For questions or to get involved, please contact Principal Heidi Johnson.

The Circle of Peace will take place on the playground next Friday, Sep. 20, at 9:50 a.m. Coinciding with International Peace Day, this school-wide gathering celebrates our peaceful way at Kenwood and fosters responsible citizenship in personal relationships and community relationships. Students gather in a circle to sing songs and recite the Peace Pledge. Families are encouraged to attend!

We're seeking parent/caregiver volunteers to arrive at 9:15 a.m. to help with setup and drawing the peace circle. If interested, please email Family Liaison Keri Mabry.

Woody’s Welcome Walk (formerly Kenwood Crawl) is a back-to-school tradition. Kids and caregivers are invited to walk or run around Kenwood Park with other kids and staff from their grade. Create at the ARTrageous Adventures Creation Station. Enjoy food donated by our community business friends: Isles Bun & Coffee, Lunds & Byerlys, and Kowalski’s Market.

The Walk is also a PTA fundraiser, supporting the school’s arts programs. Everyone walks! Donations are optional. Funds raised at the Welcome Walk will support the school's arts programs like African Drumming, Taiko Drumming, Native American Arts Residencies, Minnesota Institute of Arts programs, Book arts and other school needs. To donate online, please click here.

We want all of you to be there! If you need transportation, please call the school office at 612-668-2760 by Thursday, Sep. 19.

Homeland Health will provide flu shots (six months of age and older) at the Walk this year. This service is optional and free to families, but please bring a health insurance card if you have one. The PTA will cover those without insurance and Homeland Health staff can help you apply for a vaccine assistance program. The Center for Disease Control recommends flu shots for those above 6 months in age.

This event will take place at Kenwood and is intended for parents/caregivers. Limited childcare is available; please call the main office at 612-668-2760 to request childcare. If you need transportation to attend, please call the main office at 612-668-2760 by Tuesday, Sep. 24.

Principal Johnson will lead a Nuts and Bolts session for new families to Kenwood from 5:30-6 p.m. All families are invited to attend from 6-8 p.m.

Performances are 6:30-7:30 p.m. at W. Franklin Ave and Penn Ave (picnic tables). BYO seats 🪑

• Sept. 19: Above Average Quartet
• Oct. 2: Metro Brass Quintet

Make a tax-deductible donation here. Venmo/check accepted on site. Thanks for your support!

Impress your opponents and increase your IQ while having fun playing chess. Kenwood Chess Club meets Friday mornings from 8:20-9:20 a.m. beginning next Friday, Sep. 20. Register here or see the QR code on the attached flyer.

The Kenwood PTA is pleased to announce that flu vaccines (both flu shots and FluMist) will be available for caretakers, staff, and students at upcoming events: both Woody's Welcome Walk on Saturday, Sep. 21 and the Fall Festival on Thursday, Oct. 10. The vaccines will be administered by trained nurses from Homeland Health. If you have health insurance, please bring your card. If not, Homeland Health staff will help you apply for a vaccine assistance program. Please contact Meg (megan.j.montgomery@gmail.com or 919-423-2409) with questions.

Registration brochures for the Weekend Meal Program were sent home in backpacks this week. This program provides students with 4-5 pounds of good food to take home at the end of each week. Families may choose from five food bag options tailored to various cultural dietary preferences or situational needs. Families can return brochure enrollment slips, or contact Family Liaison Keri Mabry to enroll or to ask any questions.

Cheese Omelet with Pancakes

Bagel Yogurt Pack

• Served with Diced Seasoned Potatoes

Beef Cheeseburger with Bun

Beef Hamburger with Bun

Black Bean Burger

Roast Turkey and Cheddar on Flatbread

• Served with Seasoned Corn

Chicken Nuggets with BBQ Sauce

JIC BBQ Soy Nuggets

Smoked Turkey and Swiss on Pullman

• Served with Dinner Roll, Baked Beans

Turkey Nacho Grande

Fiesta Crumble with Cheese

Cheddar & Chickpea Flatbread Pack

• Served with Tortilla Chips, Pinto Beans, Fresh Salsa

Beef Pepperoni Pizza

Cheese Pizza

Turkey Bologna & Cheddar on a Bun

Bagel Yogurt Pack

No School? No worries! Textile Center has activities for you! Learn a variety of fiber art techniques to stave off boredom by creating your own hand-stitched game or fidget. Create tactile versions of classics like checkers or chess as well as sensory satisfying fidgets like marble maze, zippers, and clickable clasps. Join us for a single day, or for multiple days:

• Future Fiber Artists: Analog Games, Puzzles, and Fidgets on Wednesday, October 16, 2024
• Future Fiber Artists: Analog Games, Puzzles, and Fidgets on Thursday, October 17, 2024
• Future Fiber Artists: Analog Games, Puzzles, and Fidgets on Friday, October 18, 2024

Open to youth crafters ages 7-12 years.

More info about the MEA camps and Textile Center's youth and family classes can be found on their website: https://textilecentermn.org/youth-family-classes.

Reserve your tickets and "Seize the Day" with fun and educational experiences! Merchants will demonstrate a variety of crafts such as glass blowing, print making, candle making, face painting, musical instruments, pottery, sculpture and more! There are many educational events and entertainment including: Renaissance History, Live Action Jousting, Courtly Dance Lessons, Renaissance Games, Juggling School, and more.

Order tickets online or download and fill out the form below.

This program provides fun opportunities to involve more kids in nature and outdoor activities, including free events monthly for all kids grades 2-5. Events take place on the first Saturday of the month. Snacks are provided!

Visit their website for more details and click here to register.

The newly named Ȟaȟá Wakpádaŋ Loopet Loppet will maintain our marque 6-hour or 12-hour events from previous years and help you connect you with the earth in new ways. Come solo or as a team of 4 to run or walk as many 5-mile loops as possible.

We’ll also have a Ȟaȟá Wakpádaŋ Little Loopet for kids to walk, run, and romp!

This year, we’re also excited to be adding a new Ȟaȟá Wakpádaŋ 5k Fun Run. This untimed event is perfect for running or walking along the creek, either solo or with friends.

All events will start and finish at the Trailhead, where we’ll have an Indigenous People’s festival for everyone to enjoy. It will feature Native vendors, chefs, running groups, artists, storytellers, and community partners. Take part in sharing Dakota traditions through education, crafts and games.

Learn more on the website and register here!

Voices for Racial Justice is currently accepting applications from BIPOC parents, guardians, and caregivers for their '24-25 Education Equity Parent Fellowship, which equips parents with the skills, knowledge, and community needed to navigate education systems and advocate for our children. This 10-month paid opportunity supports the leadership and vision of BIPOC parents, guardians, and caregivers in their work for education equity. Fellows will share their experiences, develop organizing and leadership skills, identify issues and develop solutions to education disparities, and re-imagine education equity and priorities for our youth, children, and school communities.

Applications must be submitted by Monday, Sep. 16 at 11:59 p.m. Learn more and apply here.

Eat delicious local food, meet our farmers, and enjoy family friendly activities! This event will take place on Wednesday, Sep. 18, from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at MPS Culinary & Wellness Services.

Email: keri.mabry@mpls.k12.mn.us

Website: https://kenwood.mpschools.org

Location: 2013 Penn Ave S, Minneapolis, MN, USA

Phone: 612-668-2760