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The Kenwood Courier
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5/3/24
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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Kenwood News & Events
Some highlights of Pits and Alleys fun from this week!
Save the Date! Kindergarten & 5th Grade Completion Ceremonies 🎓
The Kindergarten Completion Ceremony is on Tuesday, June 11 at 3:00 PM in the lunchroom. The 5th Grade Completion Ceremony is on Thursday, June 13 at 10:00 AM in Kenwood Park. We look forward to celebrating these milestones with you!
5th Grade Completion Ceremony
Thursday, Jun 13, 2024, 10:00 AM
Kenwood Park, West Franklin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, USA
Plant Sale is on Through Sunday, May 5 🪴
The Kenwood Annual Plant Sale starts today! Shop in the Kenwood schoolyard today from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. The sale continues tomorrow and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Proceeds from the sale benefit the 5th-grade class trip.
Last Day to Order Yearbook Online!
Today was the last day to order a yearbook. If you missed turning in the paper form, you can still order until the end of the day on the website. Click here and enter Kenwood's code: 14946024.
Standard cost is $14.50. When you check out online you can select a scholarship book at a lower price or help the scholarship fund by donating when you purchase your book.
Staff Appreciation Lunch: Wednesday, May 8
National Teacher Appreciation Week is May 6-10!
On Wednesday, May 8, we will celebrate National Teacher Appreciation Week and Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a delicious meal of build-your-own rice bowls (Bulgogi beef or grilled tofu, with a bunch of toppings to choose from!), Asian-inspired appetizers, and as always, treats and drinks.
Please see the sign-up below to contribute (remember we are feeding approximately 50 people) or Venmo @ashly-dull to help fund lunch. These meals, and your contributions, truly make a difference to the school staff. Thank you!
Bike, Walk & Roll to School Day 🚲
Strap on your helmet and lace up your shoes: National Bike & Roll to School Day is Wednesday, May 8! Bike & Roll to School Day invites participants to celebrate the joy of active commuting while building a sense of community and school spirit. Students who bike, walk, or roll to school that day can receive a commemorative key chain.
4-5 Grade Concert: Thursday, May 9 🎶
The 4th and 5th grade concert is next week Thursday, May 9, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. This event will take place in the gym. The students, Ms. Hunt (band) and Ms. Sue (music) are excited to share what we have worked on this year. It will be a fun night of gathering as a community and enjoying some good music. We hope you can join us!
4-5 Grade Concert
Thursday, May 9, 2024, 06:30 PM
Kenwood Elementary School, Penn Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, USA
Last Call for Lost & Found: Friday, May 10
Please check the lost and found for missing items by next Friday, May 10. After that date, all unclaimed items will be donated.
Kindergarten Registration for 2024-25: Wednesday, May 15
Save the date for kindergarten registration on Wednesday, May 15, from 8 to 9:15 a.m. There will be refreshments and an opportunity to meet kindergarten teachers!
Please bring a copy of your child's birth certificate or passport, immunization records, and your early childhood screening if you have already completed it. You can also email these documents in advance to Kenwood School Secretary Danielle Sanders. Look out for the registration link and more information to be sent out to parents soon.
Kindergarten Registration 2024-25
Wednesday, May 15, 2024, 08:00 AM
Kenwood Elementary School, Penn Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, USA
Experience Kenwood's Sound Garden! May 15, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
This month, our special guest Teaching Artist, composer/director JG Everest, is collaborating with all three third grade classrooms to create a very special "Sound Garden" experience along the wooded trails of the School Forest at Cedar Lake. The students are contributing poetry, sculptures, and live musical accompaniment to the event, as created during a series of onsite workshops at the park in the weeks leading up to the event on Wednesday, May 15. That day, the Sound Garden will be open to everyone to visit from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Come join us in this magical place!
Sound Gardens are outdoor, immersive sound + performance installations featuring 40+ small, wireless speakers, each playing a different part of the whole piece of music, spread out throughout the park. They are self-guided and intended as a quiet, reflective opportunity to connect with the natural world and hidden truths.
Spring Picnic: Thursday, May 16 🌷
Please save the date for our annual Kenwood Spring Picnic, Thursday May 16 from 4:15 to 6 p.m. on the playground. There will be a FREE dinner for all students, along with their caregivers and siblings under 18, as well as fun activities, music performances from students, and much more! We’d love some volunteers. Click here or visit the link below to sign up. We hope to see you there!
Kenwood Super Summer
Kenwood Super Summer is back! This summer we will be offering weekly camps such as Taylor Swift Fan Club, Fishing Adventures, E-Sports, Horseback Riding, and many more. Programming will run from June 24th -August 8th with morning (9 a.m. – 12 p.m.) and afternoon (1 p.m. – 4 p.m.) sessions. If parents need a little extra time we also offer extended care that goes from 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. There’s an option for everyone. We can’t wait to see you at the Kenwood Super Summer!
Mpls Kids '24-25 Registration Open for All Families
Mpls Kids 2024-25 School Year Registration is open for all families. Please register early. We expect space to fill fast. Please see the attached flyer for more information.
Mpls Kids is the district’s before and after school program with a site at Kenwood for youth in grades K-5. We are a CCAP certified center. MN's Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) helps families pay for child care so parents can pursue work or school. To see if you qualify for this assistance call 612-348-5937, or apply online at mnbenefits.mn.gov. New for 2024-25 at Kenwood: Reduced component rates are available for families that do not qualify for CCAP but are experiencing financial hardship. Rates are determined by school bell times. https://ce.mpschools.org/youth/mpls-kids
All Community Requests 💛
Questions? Contact Keri Mabry. Thank you!
School Lunch Menu
Monday, May 6
Roasted Turkey & Gravy with Mashed Potatoes
Bagel Yogurt Pack
Tuesday, May 7
Veggie Philly Sandwich
Roast Turkey and Cheddar on Flatbread
- Served with Baked Potato Wedges
Wednesday, May 8
Chicken Sandwich and Sweet Potatoes
Black Bean Burger with Bun
Roast Turkey and Cheddar on Flatbread
- Served with Baked Beans
Thursday, May 9
MN Thurs Turkey Nacho Grande
MN Thurs Bean Nacho Grande Cheddar & Chickpea Flatbread Pack
- Served with Whole Grain Milling Tortilla Chip
Friday, May 10
Cheese Pizza
Beef Pepperoni Pizza
Turkey Bologna & Cheddar on a Bun
Community News & Events
Summer EBT Program Available for Students
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) recently announced a Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (S-EBT) program to begin in Summer 2024. The S-EBT program will provide families with eligible school-aged children $40 per month per child ($120 total) during the summer months to purchase healthy foods with funds on EBT cards.
What do I need to do to ensure my student receives S-EBT?
For MPS students already approved for free/reduced eligibility:
- Ensure that household contact information is up-to-date with the district, including parent or guardian name, address and phone number. Contact your child’s school if updates are needed.
For MPS students whose household did not yet complete an Application for Educational Benefits:
- Complete an Application for Educational Benefits online on LINQ Connect. You will receive a letter in approximately 10 business days letting you know if your child qualifies for free, reduced or paid eligibility. Only free or reduced students qualify for S-EBT benefits.
S-EBT Benefits will be distributed by MDE and the Minnesota Department of Human Services during the summer months. Visit the MDE website for more information on S-EBT program.
Latinos Sirviendo Latinos Resource Fair Tomorrow, May 4
Latinos Sirviendo Latinos is holding a resource fair tomorrow from 12 to 4 p.m. at Church of the Assumption, including community health resources, COVID-19 and flu vaccinations, educational materials, legal advice (U Visas and T Visas), and more. For more information, download the attached flyer.
Church of the Assumption Resource Fair
Saturday, May 4, 2024, 12:00 PM
305 East 77th Street, Richfield, MN, USA
Minnesota Humanities Center Event Tomorrow, May 4
Learning from Place: Hmong St. Paul takes place tomorrow from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Join for an immersive journey into the heart of St. Paul’s vibrant Hmong community! St. Paul is home to the largest Hmong population in the United States, with deep roots on the East Side. Questions can be directed to Kenwood parent Corey China: corey@mnhum.org.
Pangea World Theater Summer Camps 2024 🎭
Pangea World Theater's summer camps are week-long full day camps that explore the art of theater through folktales, production, and playwriting. Students in grades 4-6 (as of Fall 2024) of all experience levels are invited to play, learn, and create together. All camps are pay as you're able. For more information, download the attached flyer or click here.
Questions? Email Education Lead Sarah Tan.
Articulture Summer Camps 2024 🎨
Articulture offers week-long art camps throughout the summer. Each week offers a different theme to pique creative interests. The camps for children are usually broken up into two different levels for age-appropriate curricula: grades K - 2 and grades 3 - 6. For more information, download the attached flyer or visit articulture.org.
MPRB Neighborhood Day Camps 2024 🥾
Kids will learn self-reliance, a love for nature and the outdoors, and develop attitudes and practices that build character and leadership. To register, scan the QR Code on the attached flyer or visit minneapolisparks.org/register and search "Neighborhood Day Camps." You can also register in person at your local park.
- Who: Minneapolis youth ages 8-13
- What: $125/week, except at 14 fee-optional sites. Scholarships available.
- When: Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Where: Two locations host camps in every park service area
- Good to Know: Pack a lunch, swimsuits suggested, camps take place primarily outdoors so dress appropriately. Camps may travel offsite with youth.
MPRB Fall Youth Sports 2024 ⚽
Registration is open for co-ed flag football, tackle football, soccer, and volleyball. Register online at minneapolisparks.org/register, visit your local recreation center, or by calling customer service at 612-230-6400. Scholarships are available through the MPRB Fee Assistance Program. Reach out to your local recreation center if you have questions.
Honoring Our Youth Celebration at South HS: May 15, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Please join MPS American Indian Education on Wednesday, May 15, to celebrate the determination and resilience of our students throughout the school year! There will be a raffle, prizes, games, music, food and more. Feast begins at 5:30 p.m.
Honoring Our Youth Celebration
Wednesday, May 15, 2024, 05:30 PM
South High School, 19th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, USA
Listening Sessions with Superintendent Dr. Sayles-Adams
Superintendent Dr. Lisa Sayles-Adams and members of the school board will be hosting sessions throughout the city over the next several weeks to gather feedback from families and community members. Hmong, Somali and Spanish interpreters will be available at all sessions, and childcare will be available at all in-person sessions. 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
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