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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.
  
• 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. 22: Kenwood Read-Aloud, 4:30-6 p.m.
• Nov. 23: Check It Out Chess Tournament, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. (Andersen United Middle School)
• Nov. 26: Dining for Dollars with Café Latte, 4-10 p.m.
• Nov. 27-29: Thanksgiving Break
• Dec. 6: Coffee with the Principal
• Dec. 13: Teacher PD Day (No School for Students)
• Dec. 21-Jan. 5: Winter Break

There is no school next week Wednesday through Friday in observance of Thanksgiving. We hope you enjoy a peaceful and restful break with your loved ones, however you choose to spend it. We're grateful for our Kenwood community! We look forward to seeing students on Monday, Dec. 2.

Join us at Bockley Gallery across from Kenwood (2123 W. 21st St.) after school today from 4:30-6 p.m. ARTrageous Adventures will have art stations next door and all children who attend will receive a Kenwood outdoor classroom bookmark.

Schedule

• 4:30-4:45: Ms. Maupin & Ms. Grace (2nd Grade)
  
• 4:45-5: Ms. Polack (Instructional Coach K-5th Grade)
• 5-5:15: Ms. Parker (Media Specialist, Librarian)
• 5:15-5:30: Principal Johnson
• 5:30-5:45: Author Jackie Brown
• 5:45-6: Ms. Sullivan (Kindergarten)

There will be no after school classes on Tuesday, Nov. 26. Classes resume after Thanksgiving Break on Tuesday, Dec. 3.

If you pick your student up from after school, please DO NOT park in front of the school on Penn Ave! This space is needed for 3 buses and several cabs! Thank you for your cooperation with this.

This month, the Mental Health Support Services Department's newsletter is focusing on hunger and homelessness awareness. Please check out the newsletter as we support each other through these times of joy and loss. Access monthly newsletters here.

As a token of appreciation to families, Lifetouch is offering discounts on school photography through 12/1/24:

• 50% off a purchase of $50+ with code USNOV50
• 40% off a purchase of $40+ with code USNOV40
• 30% off a purchase of $30+ with code USNOV30

To order, log in to your account on mylifetouch.com or create an online account. Don't forget to order your FREE Digital SmileSafe card! More about the SmileSafe program here.

Hello Kenwood families,

Thank you to those who have already signed up, but we are still in need of additional volunteers to help in the lunchroom for Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade lunches. To simplify the process, we're hoping to find volunteers who can cover the entirety of all three shifts (from 11:05 a.m. to 12:40 p.m.). We're also trying a new system to make it easier to sign up - see below for details.

How It Works:

• Volunteer just once per month on a specific day (e.g., the second Tuesday of the month).

• SIGN UP HERE via this Google Sheet (best viewed on a computer; columns F-I contain the sign-up slots).

If you can’t be there for all three lunches, that's okay! Our most pressing need is during the Kindergarten lunch starting at 11:05 a.m. We welcome anyone who can assist at that time and appreciate your help for as long as you're able to stay.

Questions? Contact Kelly Henry at Kellybhenry@gmail.com.

Thank you, and we hope to see you in the lunchroom!

With the help of the PTA, Kenwood is organizing a gift card drive to support families within our community. With gift cards, families will be able to use the funds at their discretion to get what they need most this winter: clothes, toys, groceries, personal care items, etc.

If you are interested in donating, we are collecting Target gift cards in increments of $25. We of course welcome larger donations, but ask that they be provided in $25 increments for ease of distribution. Gift cards can be dropped off in the main office with Danielle Sanders through Thursday, Dec. 12. Alternatively, if you prefer to give electronically, please Venmo the PTA at @KenwoodPTAMpls.

Please contact Ally Adamski if you have questions or are interested in receiving support over the winter break. Thank you!

Café Latte is kindly hosting a Dining for Dollars event on Tuesday, Nov. 26, from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. benefitting Kenwood School. 10% of the proceeds will be donated to our school.

Dine in or Take Out and support Kenwood at the same time! Thank you to Café Latte for their support!

Beef Sambusa

Lentil Sambusa

Bagel Yogurt Pack

• Served with Bariis Rice, Basbaas Sauce, Diced Carrots

Honey Chipotle Fish Sandwich

Black Bean Burger

Roast Turkey and Cheddar on Flatbread

• Served with Mixed Vegetable Blend

No School

MPS American Indian Education Department presents a Fall Feast & Powwow this evening, Nov. 22, including a meal served at 5 p.m., free books and resources, student recognition, and introduction of 24-25 district-wide American Indian Youth Council.

This event takes place at North High (500 James Ave. N., Minneapolis 55411).

Sign up to join for or take home a free Thanksgiving community dinner in Linden Hills (4307 Upton Ave. S., Minneapolis 55410). Choose from reservations or pick-up for a traditional Thanksgiving menu (turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, mac and cheese, green bean casserole, dinner rolls, and of course delicious desserts!).

• Picnic Thanksgiving Reservations Sign-up (4 seatings: 10:30 a.m.; 11a.m.; 12 p.m.; 12:30 p.m.)
• Picnic Take Home Thanksgiving Dinner Sign-up (pick-up between 10 a.m.-2 p.m.)

Get an engaging, hands-on look at Culinary & Wellness Services' True Food approach. Discover the scratch made ingredients our cooks use to prepare nutritious meals. Highlights include a massive 400-gallon kettle, a deep freezer the length of a football field, and hands-on activities. This 1.5-hour tour is designed with students ages 5+, offering interactive opportunities to explore the inner workings of MPS school meals. Caregivers must attend with students. Space is limited to 20 students and their caregiver(s), so reserve your spot soon. Sign up here!

Tour dates are available on Friday, Dec. 13 (School Release Day) and Friday, Feb. 28 (School Release Day), both starting at 8:30 a.m. Questions? Please contact Jaime Harris.

Saturday Explorations is a FREE program offered through the MPS Career & Technical Education department to promote career exploration and hands-on activities for students in elementary and middle school. Children and caregivers will have the opportunity to learn and build items together.

• Date: Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024
• Time: We are hosting two sessions, 8-9:30 a.m. or 10-11:30 a.m.
• Location: Roosevelt Tech Center
• Who: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grade students (must be accompanied by a parent/caregiver)

Students will participate in a hands-on workshop focused on construction and woodworking and will have the option to build a Robot or Porcupine. All tools and supplies will be provided for student use. Register soon as spots are limited. If you will be bringing more than one child to this event, please fill out a separate form for each child. Questions? Email steven.vue@mpls.k12.mn.us.

Taste of Anwatin is an annual community tradition that is held in December of each year at Anwatin Middle School (256 Upton Ave. S., Minneapolis, 55405). Enjoy food, games and activities, a craft fair, band and choir concert, and more!

K-5 students can get FREE support in developing their reading skills at some library locations. Students and trained volunteer tutors meet weekly one-on-one to work on grade level reading skills.

Let's Read is intended for students:

• In grades K-5
• Reading below grade level
• Able to meet with their tutor every week on the same day and at the same time

Find more information and a list of Let's Read locations. Sessions are scheduled in advance by appointment only. To schedule a session, have families speak with staff at any Let's Read location or email LetsRead@hclib.org.

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

Website: https://kenwood.mpschools.org

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

Phone: 612-668-2760