Kentucky Trail Elementary

Hello KT Families,

Can you believe we are already in the last two months of the school year? It seems like just yesterday we were welcoming our students back to school. It is important to finish strong this school year, and we encourage you to continue to support your child's learning at home.

Also to note, KT students in 3rd and 4th grade take the MAP test each spring. Here are some details below:

MAP Testing Dates

Students in Missouri are tested each year in various subject areas. The Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) is what Missouri uses to determine whether or not a student meets standards in specific areas such as English Language Arts, Math, and Science.

Kentucky Trail testing for 3rd and 4th grade students will be from April 28- May 15.

Please note these dates on your calendar and make every effort to have your child(ren) present at school and on time on these dates. Our past successes on the state assessments have been partly due to our families ensuring their child(ren) is in school and prepared for testing.

As always, we greatly appreciate the support and dedication from each parent here at Kentucky Trail! If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out.

Wishing you well,

Dr. Winkelmann

Principal, Kentucky Trail

At Kentucky Trail, we believe in fostering a learning environment that empowers every student. Our guiding principles of Equity, Perseverance, Integrity, and Critical Thinking are the compass that steers our educational journey. We strive to create a space where all students feel valued, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential.

In order to make up inclement weather days, the Board of Education approved the following changes to the 2024-2025 school calendar:

1. Monday, April 21, 2025 - This day will now be a student attendance day.

2. Last Day of School - The last day of school will now be May 29, 2025.

A copy of the revised calendar is available on our district website and has been included here.

Happy Spring KT Families! April is busy for our PTO, see special dates below!

The biggest event of the year is this month, our annual fundraiser! This year we are having a Glow Run with fun prizes for the top selling student and class of each grade! Help us raise funds for: Grandfriends Breakfast, Winter and Spring Parties, field trips, Field Day and more! Please note the Easter Bunny visit has been cancelled.

We are grateful for all of our KT families support in this fundraiser.

Best Wishes,

KT PTO

March 31st through April 11th- Glow Run Fundraiser

April 10th- Glow Run Event

April 2nd- Bingo for Books @ 5:30 - 6:30

April 3rd- PTO meeting @ 5:00

If you need to change transportation at the end of the day for your child, please email KTEOffice@bsd124.org and your child's teacher. All changes should be submitted by 2:30pm.

Please join us for the Spring Title Meeting. Click the link below for more information.

Reminder: To have an absence excused, please submit a note from a healthcare provider.

April

2 - PTO Bingo for Books at 5:30pm

3 - PTO Meeting at 5:00pm

8 - 4th Grade Field Trip

10 - PTO Glow Run during Specials

11 - 3rd Grade Field Trip

17 - No School - PD Day

18 - No School

The mission of Kentucky Trail Elementary, as a vibrant partnership of our students, staff, families, and community, to ensure all students pursue growth throughout life with innovative mindsets, emotional health, and strong character while meaningfully contributing to the world around them through extraordinary school experiences distinguished by:

• a culture of high expectations
• engaging learning opportunities
• activities that foster connection and joy
• collaborative relationships built on trust, safety, compassion, and support.

The KT office is open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. during the school year on days school is in session.

Principal: TJ Winkelmann

Counselor: Carey Hughes

Lead Secretary: Becky Fulford

Office Para: Lyndsey Pickens

Nurse: Stacie Williams

Email: kesoffice@bsd124.org
Website: https://kentuckytrail.beltonschools.org/
Location: 8301 E. 163rd St. Belton, MO 64012
Phone: 816.348.1100
Facebook: KT Facebook