The Kenwood Courier

We’re eager to connect and partner with you this 2024-25 school year in support of your children’s academic, social, and emotional growth. You can expect to receive the Courier every Friday.

• 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.
  
• В верхней части страницы вы найдете функции ADA и перевода. Для перевода нажмите кнопку «Перевести» и выберите нужный язык.
  
• 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.
  
• در بالای صفحه، شما ویژگی های ADA و ترجمه را پیدا کنید. برای ترجمه، روی دکمه ترجمه کلیک کنید و زبان مورد نظر خود را انتخاب کنید.
  

• Nov. 1: Coffee with the Principal, 9:45-10:30 a.m.
• Nov. 4: Students Voting Mock Election
• Nov. 5: Record Keeping Day (No School for Students)
• Nov. 6: PTA Meeting, 6-7:30 p.m.
• Nov. 12: Yearbook Photo Retakes
• Nov. 19: Site Council, 4:15-5:45 p.m.
• Nov. 22: All-School Morning Meeting
• Nov. 27-29: Thanksgiving Break

Parents/caregivers are invited to have coffee with Principal Johnson next Friday, Nov. 1, from 9:45-10:30 a.m. in the lunchroom. No RSVP needed. These open discussions cover updates, questions, ideas... anything that's on your mind related to the Kenwood community. We hope to see you there!

Please share your photos for possible inclusion in Kenwood's 2024-25 yearbook here! Use the tags during upload to label your photos with the event or grade of who is in the photo.

Every Meal provides 4-5 pounds of good food directly to children at the end of each school week. We're seeking volunteers to help with gathering food bags and delivering them to students' lockers to take home on Friday afternoons. Commitment is flexible depending on your availability. If interested, please contact Family Liaison Keri Mabry. Thank you!

Kenwood Elementary needs both Lunchroom and Recess volunteers (you can do one, the other, or both!). It’s easy, low-commitment, and fun. They’re both an amazing way to see the kids in action. Sign up here in the Google Sheet (recess schedule is on the 2nd tab). Reach out to parent volunteer Kelly Henry at kellybhenry@gmail.com with any questions.

Chicken Tamale

Cheese Tamale

• Served with Fresh Salsa, Pinto Beans

Honey Chipotle Fish Sandwich

Black Bean Burger

Roast Turkey and Cheddar on Flatbread

• Served with Mixed Vegetable Blend

Chicken with Waffles

Soy Nuggets with Waffles

Coriander Roasted Chicken with Jollof Rice

Stewed Red Beans with Jollof Rice PP

Cheddar Chickpea Flatbread Pack

• Served with Red Beets

Beef Pepperoni Pizza

Cheese Pizza

Turkey Bologna & Cheddar on a Bun

Join the Figure Skating Club of Mpls at Augsburg Ice Arena for a spooooooky (and fun) open house and FREE skating! Some skates will be available for use, but it is best to plan to bring your own if possible (FSC Mpls cannot guarantee sizes or quantities). There will be snacks and a raffle... Dress up and have some fun! To pre-register, download the attached flyer or click here.

Join Gillette Children’s in St. Paul for a fun day of learning and mentorship on Saturday, Nov. 9! This free event aims to increase exposure for BIPOC youth to potential careers in different fields of medicine. It is open to all genders and kids above the age of 9. A meal will be provided for all registered attendees.

Please select the appropriate session when registering:

• Session 1 from 9-12 p.m. is for youth ages 9-13.
• Session 2 from 12:45-3:45 p.m. is for teens ages 14+.

For more information and to register, click here.

Please contact Jess Tabbutt with questions or if transportation is needed.

All activities take place Textile Center: 3000 University Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414.

Fun with Fiber Arts for Families

Saturdays, Nov. 2, 9, 16 & 23, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Join Teacher Ellen for this special 4-week series of classes for children ages 2-5 and an accompanying caregiver. Have fun exploring batik resist dyeing, weaving, cross-stitch embroidery, and more! Learn together about the wonderful world of textiles and create fiber art projects that support early childhood observation, interpretation, and hand-making skills. Register here.

Crafternoon: Cross-Stitched Emojis

Saturday, Dec. 7 • 10 a.m.-2 p.m. • 1-hour time slots

Looking for the perfect emoji for your next text(ile) message? Join us for a Crafternoon focused on mini cross stitch. Learn the basics of cross stitch and design your own mini pattern to amplify and embellish clothing and fabric accessories. Open to crafters of all ages and ability levels! Register here.

Carnival of Color

Saturday, Dec. 14, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Join us for a day-long, family-friendly exploration of fiber art techniques! From felting to dyeing, weaving to stitching, explore the many ways color can transform and enrich textiles. All ages and ability levels are welcome! Activities include needle felted ornaments, wet felted geodes, tapestry weaving, ice dyed bandanas, suminagashi cards, and hand quilted coasters. Register here.

Registration is open for girls and co-ed hockey, gymnastics, wrestling and basketball. Register online here, visit your local recreation center, or by calling customer service at 612-230-6400. Reach out to your local recreation center if you have questions. Scholarships are available!

The Office of Latine Achievement (OLA) is excited to announce the publication of Latine Voices: Heritage & Hope, featuring the creative writing and visual art of MPS Latine students. The project aims to empower students to share their voices and creativity, celebrate cultural diversity within MPS, foster Latine pride and showcase student talent. OLA is seeking submissions from K-12 Latine MPS students. If you are the caregiver of an MPS Latine student, please encourage your student to participate in this unique opportunity. Together, let's amplify the voices of our Latine youth and create a lasting testament to their imagination and heritage.

The submission deadline for grades K-5 for the second book is May 30, 2025. Learn more and submit your work here. Email MPS.OLA@mpls.k12.mn.us with any questions.

Email: keri.mabry@mpls.k12.mn.us

Website: https://kenwood.mpschools.org

Location: 2013 Penn Ave S, Minneapolis, MN, USA

Phone: 612-668-2760