Kennedy Parent Newsletter

💙🤍💙Thank you to parents who volunteered to help our Kindergartener classes with lunch. They are continuing to make progress in their lunchroom routines.😄

🔵📸 Picture Day is coming on October 3rd!

🔵🤓 Vision Screening in on October 21st!

🔵👑✅This month all students K to 5 will be taking the North Dakota Assessment + (NDA+). This will be our baseline data. It is important to make sure students have plenty of rest and have breakfast on those days.

🔵Attendance is IMPORTANT for student success. This means arriving on time and coming to school consistently. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact Mrs. Bucholz, the counselor at 701-446-4268.

🔵📅 Parent Teacher Conferences will be held Thursday, October 17 & Monday, 21 here is the sign up link: https://ptcfast.com/schools/Kennedy_Elementary These meetings are 15-minutes. Please be mindful of your time and allow the teacher to keep to their schedule. This means arriving on time (or early) and ending on time.

Please pack a spare pair of pants and underwear in your child's back pack. If you have extra gently used pants and underwear that your would like to donate, please send them to school with your student or drop them off at the office. Thank you

Opt-In to Receive Text Messages from Our School

Please opt-in to receive text messages from Fargo Public Schools. FPS has switched to a new mass communication system for the 2024-25 school year and you MUST opt-in to receive text messages from FPS. If you do not opt-in, you could miss important information from our school or the District. You can opt-in at any time by texting the word “YES” to 79041.

School Start and End Times

School start time is 7:55 am and dismissal time is 2:17 pm. Doors will open at 7:40 am. Do not drop children off any earlier than 7:40 am to ensure that students are supervised. Parents are responsible for their children until 7:40.

DROP OFF PROCEDURES:
If you drop off your child or children at school, we ask that you be kind and patient to others in the drop off loop. If the loop gets congested, you can pull to the tennis court for extra parking and drop off space.

• Have your child ready to get out of the car once you are stopped. Have their backpack and device beside them, so they can exit the car as quickly as possible.
• All children being dropped off in the loop should get out on the passenger side door.
• Adults are to ALWAYS remain in the vehicle.
• If your child needs assistance and time to gather their belongings, please park in the parking lot to assist them. Fast drop offs keeps the drop off line flowing.
• The north loop is for buses and daycares only, not for parent drop off or parent pick up.
• Parents picking up Kindergarten & 1st grade students, please park on the south side of 44th Ave ONLY for the safety of your children. We do not want them crossing the street.
• Pull up as far as you are able.
• Be courteous to staff and others while dropping off. School staff are there to assist with the safety of dropping off and picking up of of your child/ren. They are not there to manage adult behavior.

Grades K - 2 enter through Main Door (6); Grades 3 - 5 enter through Gym Doors (7)

All doors will be available to exit.

Good Attendance is expected by students. In the event of an absence contact the school office at 701-446-4206 or email attendance at keattendance@fargoschools.org .

You phone helps to insure that your child is safe and accounted for each day.

* Students who arrive in the classroom after 7:55, will need a tardy/late slip before going to the classroom.

3-6-9 Days of Absence - Proactively, Kennedy Staff wants to support you and your child to attend school. After 3rd Absences, your Childs' teacher will contact you about your child's absence. At 6th Absences, the school counselor (either Mrs. Bucholz ) will call to discuss absences. We will assist in supporting & problem-solving with you. On the 9th Absence, your child's principal will contact you to offer support. If you need support or would like to talk with Dr. Pederson about your child's attendance, please call the office to set up a time.

Appointments: If you need to pick up your student for an appointment during the school day, come to the Main Door (door 6) and ring the security bell to enter the school. Your child will be called down to the office once you arrive and you can sign them out at that time.

According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, on-time childhood immunizations are essential because they help provide immunity before kids are exposed to potentially life-threatening diseases. As that protection wears off, teens need vaccines to extend protection. Being up-to-date with immunizations is critical in keeping kids and communities safe and healthy. Fargo Cass Public Health is located at 1240 25th St S, Fargo. Appointments are welcome during regular clinic hours and can be made by calling the Fargo Cass Public Health Clinic at 701.241.1383. Family Health Mobile Vaccine Clinic will be at Kennedy on Friday, October 18, 2024

This form must be filled out and approved prior to your visit per FPS Policy.

COULD YOUR FAMILY BENEFIT FROM FOOD ASSISTANCE? We have a program that can help you! The Husky Hutch Food Pantry! We offer assistance at any time. Mission: The mission of the Husky Hutch Food Pantry is a free service to help alleviate child hunger through the provision of food to children and their families at school. The pantry is located on the grounds of Clara Barton Elementary School and is intended to provide a more readily accessible source of food assistance and clothing assistance to students and their families in need. It is open to all elementary school children in the Fargo Public Schools Network and is accessible through a Student Wellness Facilitator (SWFF), School Counselor, School Principal or by emailing us at huskyhutch@fargo.k12.nd.us . It could be a one time visit or more as needed and is totally confidential. What types of items will be available at the school pantry? Most of the items available are shelf-stable, nutritious, and easy to prepare so that the children are able to care for themselves as much as possible. Some staples that should be available: ● Crackers, cookies, fruit snacks, granola bars, fruit bars, chips, etc. ● Canned tuna or chicken ● Cereal ● Canned soups and pasta meals ● Applesauce, canned fruit, canned vegetables ● Beverages (water, juice, etc) ● Assortment of other food items ● Assortment of hygiene products Contact us at huskyhutch@fargo.k12.nd.us If you wish to make a donation to the Husky Hutch, below is a list of currently needed items. All donations can be dropped off at the Clara Barton Elementary Office, 1417 6th St S, Fargo 701-446-4400 Currently needed donations: Body Wash Shampoo/Conditioner Full-size deodorant Toilet Paper Dish Soap Cereal Diapers (all sizes) Laundry Soap Dryer Sheets Easy Mac & Cheese, Ramen, ready made meals Pop Tarts, Breakfast bars Syrup

Helpers are needed for Picture Day on Thursday, October 3rd and Vision Screening on Monday, October 21st.

October 3 -School Picture Day

October 10 - Early Out - 12:15

October 11& 14 -No School

October 17 & 21 Parent Teacher Conferences - sign up link: https://ptcfast.com/schools/Kennedy_Elementary

October 18 - Family Health Mobile Unit

October 21 - Vision Screening

November 11 - Veteran's Day - No School

November 27, 28, & 29 Thanksgiving Break - No School

December 17 - Choir / Orchestra Concert

December 20 - Early Out - 12:15

December 23 - January 1 - Winter Break - No School

January 2 - Classes resume

January 17 - No School - PD day

January 20 - No School - Holiday

February 14 - Early Out -12:15

February 17 - No School

February 27 & March 3 - Parent Teacher Conferences (a link will be sent closer to this date)

March 11 - K-5 Performances/ Concert

March 14 - Early Out - 12:15

March 17-21 - No Classes - Spring Break

Federal and state regulations require districts to adopt procedures for receiving and resolving disputes. A complaint may include an investigation by district staff that will result in a determination of findings of facts, conclusions, and reasons for the final decision.

Any individual who believes the Fargo School District has violated the regulations or law governing the federal Title program should submit a detailed, written statement of facts supporting the allegation to:

(Manager of Specific Title program)

Fargo Public Schools

700 7th Street South

Fargo, ND 58103

Fargo Public Schools Title Managers

Title I Part A (Disadvantaged Students) Jan Anderson anderja@fargo.k12.nd.us

Title II Part A (Teacher Training/Recruitment) Robert Grosz groszr@fargo.k12.nd.us

Missy Eidsness eidsnem@fargo.k12.nd.us

Title III (English Language Acquisition) David Burkman burkmad@fargo.k12.nd.us

Title IX (Discrimination/Sexual Harassment) Tamara Uselman uselmat@fargo.k12.nd.us

Section 504 (Students with Disabilities) David Burkman burkmad@fargo.k12.nd.us

Any complaint must include:

• The date;

• The name of the district, unit, or individual the complaint is against;

• The name, address, and telephone number of the person making the complaint;

• A detailed description of the complaint, including specific facts; and

• The signature of the person making the complaint.

When a complaint is filed, the appropriate Fargo Public Schools Title Manager will investigate and issue a written response within sixty (60) calendar days from the date the complaint is received.

Reconsideration

The complainant may submit a reconsideration request in writing to the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction, the North Dakota Division of Juvenile Services, and the U.S. Department of Education.

State Superintendent The Secretary of Education

North Dakota Department of Public Instruction U.S. Department of Education

600 E. Boulevard Avenue, Dept 201 555 New Jersey Avenue NW

Bismarck, ND 58505-0440 Washington, D.C. 20208

North Dakota Division of Juvenile Services

100 Railroad Avenue

Bismarck, ND 58501

Email: rpedersk@fargo.k12.nd.us
Website: https://www.fargo.k12.nd.us/kennedy
Location: 4401 42nd Street South, Fargo, ND, USA
Phone: 701-446-4200