KSD eSpotlight

All KSD elementary schools now include a STEM-specific classroom to promote hands-on science learning. We're incredibly excited about the experiences IDEA Lab will generate for our students! Please take a peek at what's been happening in our elementary school IDEA labs.

We appreciate the work of our staff, students and families to make sure everyone was safe this week with the extreme heat. As a reminder, our schools and teams follow guidelines for decision making when the weather reaches extreme temps.

For athletics and activities, athletic trainers monitor temperatures throughout the day to ensure our extracurricular activities are operating in a way that is safe and in compliance with Missouri State High School Activities Association guidelines. FOX 2 recently did a story on "wet bulb globe" temps, how they are calculated, and what they mean for outdoor activity. The story and additional information can be found on our website.

Congratulations to our Pioneer Pride marching band drum line who finished 2nd last weekend in the inaugural Midwest Marching Percussion Classic at Timberland High School. The event also included a coaching clinic with high-profile band educators from across the area.

Thank you to band directors Alison Smith, Luis Actis and Matthew Banks who set the students up for success! KHS Drumline members are - Xander P, Meghan G, Brendan Q, Henry B, Lawrence R, Mason V, Liam R, Ryan T, Bennett H, Jack M, Kara S, Duncan H, Andy D, Alex G, Henrique G, Jocelin M, Amelia F, Corinne C, Max W, Will C, Axel B, Charlie H, Henry R, Shiloh B. Our drumline had a great time.

Kirkwood School District offers the KSD N.O.W. program to supply an array of nutritious, non-perishable meals and snacks for children experiencing food insecurity, free of charge. During the 2024-25 school year, boxes will be distributed to families at their homes via delivery in a discreet and caring manner once per month.

If you wish for your child(ren) to participate in the program, please complete the form. Only one form is needed for all the school-aged children in your family, but please include information for each child on the form. This information is kept confidential. Students who currently participate will not automatically be re-enrolled.

Once your child is signed up, they will receive boxes of food each month of the school year or until you no longer wish to participate. If your form is received after the deadline each month, your child will be eligible to participate in the program the following month(s).

If you have any questions, please contact program coordinator Emilie Lytton at ksdnow@kirkwoodschools.org. All inquiries will remain confidential.

In order to receive support through KSD N.O.W. for the 2024-25 school year, please complete the online registration at https://www.kirkwoodschools.org/KSDNOWRegistration

The Kirkwood School Board has selected School Exec Connect to conduct a national search for the next superintendent of the Kirkwood School District. Dr. David Ulrich announced in Spring of 2024 that he would retire at the conclusion of the 2024-25 school year after five years as Kirkwood School District’s superintendent.

The role of School Exec Connect will be to assist the Board of Education with a search plan and timeline. The proposal detailed their plan to develop a leadership profile, including utilizing an online survey. Additional details about the efforts to gather input from the staff, families, students and the public will be shared in the coming weeks. Updates about the search will be posted publicly at kirkwoodschools.org/supsearch24

The Kirkwood High School (KHS) Athletic Hall of Fame Selection Committee is proud to celebrate the 2024 Kirkwood High School Athletic Hall of Fame inductees which includes 12 athletes, five teams, three coaches, and two community members. These individuals will be recognized at the following upcoming events.

***Please note: the Essex Lot will be closed to the public for Friday, September 6. Parking will exclusively be reserved for Hall of Fame inductees and their guests.

Monday, September 2

Labor Day - District Closed

Saturday, September 7

Rotary Ramble

The Kirkwood Greentree Rotary Ramble will again include a Fun Run with a "School Challenge". Each Kirkwood-area middle and elementary school competes to register the most runners (who run at a reduced price). The middle and elementary schools with the most runners registered will receive $500. More information is available www.rotaryramble.org/school-challenge/

Tuesday, October 1

8th Annual Unified Night Lights - Save the Date! More information coming soon.

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KSD is committed to expanding opportunities for communication and engagement with students, families, community members and our staff. Use Let's Talk to start a conversation, submit a concern or share a success with the district. Visit kirkwoodschools.org/letstalk