The Kenwood Courier
3/8/24
Welcome!
We’re eager to connect and partner with you this 2023-24 school year in support of your children’s academic, social, and emotional growth. You can expect to receive the Courier every Friday.
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- 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.
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- 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.
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Kenwood News & Events
5th Grade Students: Photo Courtesy of Daisy Simpson
2-3 Grade Concert: Thursday, April 25, 6:30 p.m. 🎤
Thanks for your flexibility and understanding as we have juggled the date for the 2nd and 3rd grade concert. We have reserved the gym for April 25 at 6:30 p.m. The concert will last about 45 minutes. The kids and I look forward to sharing what we have been learning in music class with you!
Ms. Sue
2-3 Grade Concert
Thursday, Apr 25, 2024, 06:30 PM
Kenwood Elementary School, Penn Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, USA
March 13 Staff Appreciation Lunch
It's time for an annual favorite staff lunch - taco bar! Please click here for the sign-up link or contribute via Venmo @ashly-dull.
Please deliver items to the staff lounge by 11 a.m. on Wednesday, March 13.
Kenwood Super Summer 🌞
Explore your interests or find your new passion! Registration is now open.
For those interested in outdoor adventure and animals, try horseback riding or go on a fishing adventure. If you’re a Swifty, join our Taylor Swift Fan Club class. For more classes and schedules, click here. The program runs Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., June 24 through August 8. This is a sliding fee-based program. Afternoon extended care is available for an additional fee.
Questions? Email Summer Coordinator Nam Pham or call 612-668-2740.
SchoolStore: A Fundraising Program for Kenwood
Kenwood will begin working with SchoolStore.com, which partners with Kohl's, Disney, Office Depot, and other merchants who have agreed to give a percentage of sales to K-12 schools. Kenwood can earn money when family and friends shop on the SchoolStore website and select Kenwood. Look for more information to be sent home in backpacks next week.
All Community Requests 💙💛
Questions? Contact Family Liaison Keri Mabry. Thanks in advance!
School Lunch Menu
Monday, March 11
Chicken Alfredo with Penne Pasta
Alfredo with Penne Pasta
Bagel Yogurt Pack
- Served with Mixed Vegetables
Tuesday, March 12
Honey Chipotle Fish
Baked Soy Nuggets
Roasted Turkey & Cheddar on Flatbread
- Served with Creamy Mac & Cheese, Green Beans
Wednesday, March 13
BBQ Soy Nuggets
Smoked Turkey & Swiss on Pullman
- Served with Baked Potato Wedge, Dinner Roll
Thursday, March 14
Chocolate Chickpea Flatbread Pack
- Served with Southwest Quinoa, Seasoned Corn
Friday, March 15
Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Turkey Bologna & Cheddar on Bun
- Served with Tomato Soup
Community News & Events
Spring Break Fiber Arts Camp at Textile Center: April 1-5 🧵
Learn the amazing art of bobbin lace-making alongside other fiber arts like finger knitting and crochet, needle felting, and embroidery in this week-long spring break camp for youth ages 7-12 years old. Scholarships available!
To learn more about the Future Fiber Artists: Lace Making Spring Break Camp (April 1-5 from 9 a.m to 3 p.m.) and register, download the attached flyer or visit: https://textilecentermn.org/product/ffa-lace-making-april2024/.
Minneapolis International Festival Tomorrow
Learn about the many amazing cultures that make Minneapolis such a wonderful place with music, dance, art, cultural learning booths, exhibits, demonstrations and more on Saturday, March 9, from 1 to 5 p.m. This event is free and will take place in the Central Park Gym. For more information, visit https://www.minneapolisparks.org/activities-events/events/minneapolis_international_festival.
Mpls International Festival
Friday, Mar 8, 2024, 07:00 AM
3416 4th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55408, USA
Safe Routes to School: Submit Your Drawings by April 18
MPS students are invited to submit their black-and-white drawings of their favorite places to go in
Minneapolis! The City of Minneapolis is updating their Walking Routes for Youth map, which
shows routes to all the schools in Minneapolis. This MPS project creates the “back” side of the map, a beautiful poster that inspires us to use active transportation and reflects the talents and
vision of MPS students. For more information, click here.
Let's Stay in Touch!
Email: keri.mabry@mpls.k12.mn.us
Website: https://kenwood.mpschools.org
Location: 2013 Penn Ave S, Minneapolis, MN, USA
Phone: 612-668-2760
Click here to share photos for the 2023-24 yearbook!