Principal e-Note

Kennerly Elementary School

Read-athon Updates!

Kennerly Families,

We’re 5 days into the Readathon, and there’s still plenty of time to jump in and make a big impact! Whether you’re looking for tips on how to ask for sponsors or creative ways to complete your reading activities, we’ve got you covered with tips below.

Important Update for the Readathon on 10/25:

There has been a change of plans for our Readathon event on 10/25. While we will no longer be offering a signup for parents or guardians to visit and read with their students, we’re excited to announce that students can bring a stuffed animal from home to read to during the event. This will make for a fun and cozy reading experience for all!

Schedule of Readathon Events:

Biggest Grade Level Jump:
The student with the biggest increase in their reading level over the weekend will receive a "Love to Read" slap bracelet!
Parent Share Challenge (Tuesday, 10/22)
If your parent or guardian shares about the Readathon 5 times via text message on Tuesday, you’ll win a fun animal-shaped eraser!
Bingo Challenge (10/25):
Any student who completes a Bingo on their family bingo card (5 squares in a row) or more will get to spin for a prize on 10/25.

How to Get Started:

Tips for Asking Sponsors:

Be Confident and Clear: Let your family, friends, and neighbors know that you’re reading to support your school. A simple, direct pitch works wonders!

Example Elevator Pitch:
"Hi! I’m participating in a readathon to help support my school, and I’m looking for sponsors. I’ve committed to completing a [reading challenge or time commitment], and you can pledge any amount to support my efforts. Every donation helps our school raise funds for our classroom, field trips and much more. Would you be willing to sponsor me?"

Leverage Social Media: Post about your Readathon on your social media accounts. Include photos of you reading or share a link to your pledge page.
Follow Up: If someone hasn’t responded yet, a friendly reminder can make all the difference.

Fun Reading Activities to Get You Inspired:

There are so many fun ways to reach your reading goals! Here are a few ideas:

Option 1: Complete the 25-Square Bingo Card
You can complete multiple squares in one reading activity! For example:

Read a blue book, in your pajamas, to a stuffed animal. That’s 3 squares in one go!
Read outside, to a pet, for 15 minutes and enjoy the fresh air while reading. That's 2 squares!

Option 2: 60-Minute Reading Challenge on October 25th.
Students will participate in a 60-minute reading challenge during school hours on 10/25. Students can request pledges for every minute they read during this dedicated time.
Option 3: Pledge to Read 30 Minutes for 5 Days
Read for 30 minutes each day for 5 days, then finish with the 60-minute readathon, totaling 120 minutes of reading!

It’s not too late to ask for sponsors or dive into your reading goals. Every page you turn supports our school, and we can’t wait to see what you achieve!

Stay tuned for some special surprises and incentives being rolled out next week as we continue to cruise towards CRUSHING our Read-athon goals!

Thank you for your efforts and happy reading!

Stay tuned for some special surprises and incentives being rolled out next week as we continue to cruise towards crushing our Read A Thon goalsStay tuned for some special surprises and incentives being rolled out next week as we continue to cruise towards crushing our Read A Thon goalsStay tuned for some special surprises and incentives being rolled out next week as we continue to cruise towards crushing our Read A Thon goals

Upcoming Dates

Oct. 27th - DOK Trunk or Treat
Oct. 29th - MOD Pizza (PTP Dine Out)
Oct. 30th - 4th Grade Field Trip
Nov. 1st - No School
Nov 3rd - Daylight Savings
Nov. 4th - No School
Nov. 5th - No School for Students
Nov. 6th & 7th - Parent Teacher Conferences (4-7pm)
Nov. 11th - Veteran's Day Assembly (more details to come)

For a full list of dates, please click on the 2024-25 District Calendar, which is linked below.

2024-25 District Calendar

Dad's of Kennerly Trunk or Treat

Halloween Costume Guidelines-October 31 ONLY

Students are welcome to wear costumes to school on Halloween, which will be Thursday, Oct. 31. Costumes are optional, and to ensure that the school day proceeds without interruption, they must meet the following requirements:

Costumes may be worn on Halloween.
Students must be able to wear the costume to school and throughout the school day without any adult assistance (no changing clothes at school).
The costume must allow the student to go to the restroom unassisted.
The costume must allow the student to participate in learning without distractions (ex: no props, inflatable costumes, large boxes, etc.)
Please spray hair before coming to school if you feel colored hair is keeping with the character. No aerosol cans are allowed on the bus or at school.
No masks. Face masks that cover the entire face are prohibited for safety reasons.
No toy weapons of any kind. Absolutely no weapons--real or pretend--or props that could cause injury. This includes, but is not limited to, knives, spears, hatchets, guns, and swords.
Costumes must be respectful of others and may not include anything violent or gruesome (no blood).

Costumes should not be graphically violent such as bloody masks, stab wounds, or other injuries.
Costumes should not be offensive to any religion, race, or culture.
Costumes should not make any reference to substances that are prohibited for sale to minors.
Costumes should not depict any activity that would otherwise be considered a crime or illegal act.
Students will not have an opportunity to change at school.

LHS Invites Community to Boonanza Oct. 26

Lindbergh High School Student Council is sponsoring Boonanza at 6 p.m., Oct. 26, and all are welcome to attend! Children can sign up for a costume contest in the following age groups: 1-5, 6-8 and 9-11. This fun and free event will also include free activities for kids and lots of Halloween fun.

Costume Contest Signup Form

NWEA Fall Math and Reading Results Now Available

The fall NWEA math and reading results are available on Infinite Campus. Use this guide for more information on NWEA and how to interpret results.

Viewing Results on Infinite Campus:

How to access your student’s results in Infinite Campus:

Log on to the Infinite Campus Portal with your username and password.
On the left menu, click MORE
Then click ASSESSMENTS
Scroll down to the “District Tests” section, and look for the “NWEA” heading

Checkmate Challenge Chess Tournament Fundraiser

Calling all chess lovers! Join us on Nov. 9 at Lindbergh High School for the Checkmate Challenge: Community Chess Tournament Fundraiser. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just learning the game, this event is perfect for all ages and skill levels—fun for the whole family! Come play, win prizes, and have an awesome time!

Date: Nov. 9, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM check-in, 9:30 AM first round
Location: Lindbergh High School

For additional information, please contact pegsparentgroup@gmail.com.

Gifted Association of Missouri Virtual Speaker Series: “2E Students with Gayle Bentley”

Gayle Bentley, a leading expert in the field of education, will share her insights on 2E (Twice Exceptional) children. Her presentation will focus on understanding the unique challenges and strengths of 2E students, offering strategies to help them thrive both academically and emotionally. With her extensive experience, Gayle Bentley will provide practical tools for educators and parents to support the success of these gifted yet learning-challenged individuals.

Register Here

Celebrate 75 Years With Lindbergh! This Week’s Events

To celebrate 75 years of Lindbergh Schools, we are opening our doors this October and inviting members of the Lindbergh community to connect with us for a variety of special events! Visit go.lindberghschools.ws/75years for additional details.

Truman STEM Night, 6-7:30 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 23: We are excited to invite students and families in our community to engage in hands-on STEM activities, including building terrariums and catapults, using a deck of cards to play math games, and participating in a design challenge! Please enter through the front doors.

All Orchestras Fall Concert, Thursday, Oct. 24: Enjoy a night of music during the Lindbergh High School fall orchestra concert. Location: LHS Performing Arts Center. Admission is free.

5:40 p.m. - Sperreng and Truman Middle School Fiddlers
6 p.m. - Middle School Orchestras
7:30 p.m. - LHS Orchestras and Strolling Strings

Idea Center 75 Book Challenge, 2:30 p.m., Friday, Oct. 25: Lindbergh Gifted Education invites the community to read 75 books to celebrate Lindbergh's 75th Anniversary! Community members are invited to place your name on our 75 Books for 75 Years Banner during our Idea Center reading party on Oct. 25!

ECE Trunk or Treat, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 26: Join us as each ECE classroom transforms a trunk into a themed treat station filled with goodies for all. Come dressed in your favorite costume and enjoy the fun!

Long Student-Led Tours, 2:30-3:30 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 27: Students and staff will lead guided tours of Long Elementary School for current families, Long alumni, and anyone in the community who is interested in learning from Long Leaders about what makes their school a special place for all learners!

75th Anniversary Spiritwear: Celebrate 75 years with us and show your Lindbergh spirit! Shop here for 75th anniversary T-shirts.

From Stories to Service: Community Readers Needed! Oct. 23-24

This fall, Lindbergh Schools is connecting students and community members through the power of picture books, and you are invited to participate!

Lindbergh elementary schools will kick off “From Stories to Service” Oct. 23-24. We invite all members of the Lindbergh community to visit our elementary classrooms and serve as Community Readers by reading aloud one of our “From Stories to Service” picture books. Volunteers are welcome to sign up for more than one date and time!

To share your time as a Community Reader, please sign up using this form.

Note: If you are a community leader, please include your title/organization in the “Comments” field when you sign up to read. Thank you!

After our Community Readers visit, it’s time for service! Classes will be encouraged to select their favorite book and use it as inspiration for a service learning project, encouraging students to use their talents and creativity to help make the world a better place.

Questions? Please contact Dr. Sarah Valter (svalter@lindberghschools.ws) or Mrs. Sara Levine (saralevine@lindberghschools.ws).

Reminder for parent to call the attendance line

Student Drop Off and Pick Route

Student Pick Drop Off & Pick Up:

If you are driving your child(ren) to school, please follow our parent drop off and pick up route. Please DO NOT park on Sunset Drive to pick up or drop off students. Thanks for help!

Students should not arrive at school before 8:25am
Please practice caution and put cell phones away during student drop off and pick up
Please put your car in park when students are loading and unloading
Please have students enter and exit on the passenger side
Parents/guardians please remain in your car
When on Kennerly Road and waiting to enter the school's parking lot, please put on your hazard/flasher light to alert on coming drivers. Thanks.

Please be sure your child knows how they are getting home from school. Safety is our top priority and we want to make sure morning arrival/dismissal goes smoothly.

Kennerly PTP Information

Kennerly PTP on Instagram

PTP Board (our parent portal and PTP website)

Please be sure to visit Kennerly's PTP Parent Portal for news, updates, and important details of what's happening in our community.

HOW TO EARN CASH FOR KENNLY! BOX TOPS MAKES IT EASY!

All you need is your phone! Download the Box Tops app, shop as you normally would, then use the app to scan your store receipt within 14 days of purchase.

Background Check Needed to Supervise a group of students on a Field Trip

In order to supervise/work with a group of students with limit teacher supervision a background check is needed. Please see the below attachment of the step by step process. Thanks for your help.

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