"Hard work is putting all that you do into something and giving it your best" ~ Kendall Class of 2019
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As the 2018-19 school year kicks off, be sure to stay on top of important dates and events by referring to the printed district calendars mailed to every household, as well as our digital calendars which can be found
HERE
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You can upload the District calendar and individual building calendars to your Google Calendar too!
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COMPLETE BY AUGUST 31st:
INFINITE CAMPUS PARENT PORTAL
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As a district, we are continuing to work to streamline the amount of paperwork that is required to be filled out by parents each year and support our Go Green! Initiatives. This year, using our available technology, the Annual Census Verification form and Emergency Medical Authorization as well as various annual release forms will be completed ONLINE through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal on the Kenston Schools website.
Parents and guardians should have received an e-communication to complete your Annual Census verification by August 31st.
HERE
is the e-communication again for your convenience
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Seven new teaching staff have joined the Kenston faculty. They filled positions created by retirements, resignations or extended leaves. We look forward to the talents and dedication of our faculty and staff as they work to design lessons that are challenging, interesting and engaging. Pictured are: (back row, l-r) Jessica Javorek, Molly Warmbein, Samantha Feehan and Kirby Hockaday; (front row, l-r) Kevin Panek and Tyler Best. Not pictured: Amy Dixson
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Thank you to University Hospitals for providing CPR, AED and "Stop the Bleed" training and certification for our teachers. "Stop the Bleed" is a national awareness campaign and call-to-action. Stop the Bleed is intended to cultivate grassroots efforts that encourage bystanders to become trained, equipped, and empowered to help in a bleeding emergency before professional help arrives. University Hospitals is providing each classroom with an Injury Response bucket filled with items recommended by the Bainbridge Police Department and University Hospitals.
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JIM TRESSEL SPEECH TO EDUCATORS
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On the first day of the 2018-19 school year for Kenston staff, Jim Tressel, Youngstown State University President, gave an empowering speech. Introduced by one of his former football players, our very own 4th grade teacher Mr. Chad Rosko, our staff received meaningful words of wisdom.
President Tressel expressed that all teachers are leaders and each teacher has a powerful ability to help students believe in themselves and show them what it takes “to get the job done”. He believes there is tough competition globally for our students and educators need to understand the challenge beyond Kenston. Collectively as an organization, we need to help students reach their potential. Mr. Tressel, based on his experiences as coach and educator, believes the following 5 traits are most critical for our students:
5. Work ethic
allows the journey to begin for a student to reach potential.
4. Cognitive ability and nurtured talent
are important components of success. However, success does not result because of this alone.
3. Curiosity
to be satisfied enough to be happy but dissatisfied enough to be curious. Finding an innovative and better way to understand or do something (this aligns with student engagement and a district initiative).
2. Grit
is needed because everyone faces adversity. Teach students how to deal with it.
1.
Selflessness
with an eye on the good of the whole, the common good. As educators, if we can turn out a less selfish generation, the world would be a more positive place.
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SUMMER PROJECTS ON CAMPUS
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The summer time was no break for our maintenance, grounds, and custodial staff. They were hard at work updating facilities and completing inspections in preparation of the return of staff and students. Please click
HERE
for a full list of completed projects and inspections.
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The Kenston PTO, in coordination with the Kenston Board of Education, presents the “Parent Engagement Speaker Series”
designed to engage top experts, our parent community and school personnel on key topics of interest within the Kenston community. The series provides a proactive approach in sharing information with parents in order to help prepare our students today, for a successful tomorrow.
- Wednesday September 12th, 7pm - Safety & Security at Kenston Schools
- Monday, November 12th, 7pm - Mental Health - It’s Time to Talk About “It!”
- Tuesday, February 19th, 7pm - Technology - Learn how to navigate the technologies available within Kenston for your student and YOU.
Our first Engagement Series, Safety & Security at Kenston Schools, will be held on September 12th at 7pm, in the KHS Robert A. Lee Auditorium. Panelists will include Chief Jon Bokovitz, Bainbridge Police Department; Chief Lou Ann Metz, Bainbridge Fire Department; and Jeremy McDevitt, Assistant Superintendent of Business Operations and Strategic Initiatives of Kenston Local Schools.
The Kenston PTO Council will provide details closer to the event. You can submit safety-related questions to ensure that speakers answer similar questions during their comments by submitting them
HERE
. There will be audience questions taken during the event as well.
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TAKE OUR COMMUNITY SURVEY
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We want to know what you think!
Kenston Schools value the input of our community - and we want to hear from you! Whether a community member, a parent of a current student, a staff member or alumni, it is essential for us to understand your expectations and preferences.
Your opinions will help shape our plans so we continue to bring you the information that you value.
We are requesting your feedback via the survey link below. Please complete it to the best of your ability by August 22nd, 2018.
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The school lunch menus for all Kenston Schools have been updated with exciting new items for the 2018-19 school year.
Lunch menus for each building can be found
HERE
on the Kenston website.
This year, parents can utilize the Infinite Campus Parent Portal to view balances and deposit lunch money for students. As always, check and cash payments can be made at the building level.
Last year's Myschoolaccount is no longer our system for school lunch purchases. All student balances have been transferred over to Infinite Campus.
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VISION AND HEARING SCREENING
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Kenston Schools provides vision and hearing screenings as mandated by the state of Ohio. Students in grades Kindergarten, 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 and students new to the district not tested within the past 12 months will be tested for distant visual acuity. In addition, students in first grade will also be tested for Ocular Muscle Balance. Kindergartners and first graders will also be tested for Stereopsis, depth perception, while boys in these grades will also be tested for color perception.
If a student fails a vision screening, a vision referral will be sent home with a recommendation for follow-up with a vision specialist.
Hearing screenings are also required for students in grades Kindergarten, 1, 3, 5 and 9 and children new to the district but not tested within the past 12 months. Additional grade levels may be screened. If a student fails a screening, they will be re-screened after six weeks. When a student fails a second screening, a hearing referral will be sent home suggesting that he/she be checked by a hearing specialist. Because of a change in the law, students with known hearing loss, hearing aids or cochlear implants should not be screened at school. If your child does suffer from hearing loss, please provide the school nurse with documentation for their health file.
Screenings will take place at all schools during the first semester of school. Please call the school health aide at your child’s school if you have any additional questions or concerns or do not want your child to be screened.
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Let’s go Bombers! Kenston Athletic Boosters, Bomber Elite, Musical Arts at Kenston and PTO Council invites the Kenston Community to attend the Kick-off Classic “Taste of Bainbridge” Tailgate on Friday, August 24 before the Football game against Streetsboro.
Pre-game activities and food sales begin at 5:00pm. The Kenston Community will recognize our area First Responders and we ask that you wear Red, White, and Blue to support and thank them for their dedication.
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6th ANNUAL FRANK GIBAS CROSS COUNTRY INVITATIONAL
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Kenston High School will host the 6th Annual Frank Gibas Cross Country Invitational on Saturday, September 1 with races beginning at 8:30am. A Youth Fun Run at 9:45am has been added for athletes in 1st through 6th grades.
Coach Frank Gibas began coaching in 1974 and started the girls Cross Country program in 1976. He had winning seasons for 27 consecutive years and advanced to Regionals for 21 consecutive years. His team qualified for the State Meet 11 times. In 1983, his team had the “perfect season” going undefeated in Invitationals. They won the CVC Championship, District Championship, Regional Championship and finally the State Meet. In 1998, he was elected into the Ohio Association of Track & Cross Country Coaches Hall of Fame.
This year teams from Beachwood, Beaumont, Boardman, Brush, Chagrin Falls, Chardon, CVCA, Euclid, Garfield Heights, Kirtland, Lake Catholic, Madison, Massillon Jackson, Riverside, Solon, University School, West Geauga, Wickliffe and Willoughby South will compete on a course through the campus and on the wooded Kenston Trails. Admission is $5 per car benefiting Kenston Athletic Boosters.
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BOMBER HANGAR SPIRIT WEAR
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The Bomber Hangar, Kenston’s Spirit Wear Store, continues to build Kenston pride through the sale of unique apparel and accessories at building and district events throughout the Kenston campus. With a wide variety of on-trend clothing supporting the Kenston brand, the entire family can be outfitted in Kenston Bomber gear — from infants and toddlers to big & tall men and curvy women. New accessories this year include license plate holders, water bottles, headbands, camo baseball caps, youth caps, “larger” stadium seats, and tote bags. Tried-and-true staples include t-shirts, hoodies, “K” socks, windbreakers and car magnets.
Managed by Kenston’s PTO Council and PTO volunteers, The Bomber Hangar supports students, staff and community organizations through gift certificates, merchandise donations plus two $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors each year. The Bomber Hangar relies on PTO parent volunteers to merchandise and sell, and are rewarded with a discount on merchandise after working 10 hours. Student volunteers receive service hours and are exposed to the various facets of running a “boutique” school spirit store.
The Hangar’s retail store is located within Kenston Middle School, off the Betty Patton room hallway on the east (back) side of the building. During school hours, shoppers should sign in at the KMS main office and follow the signs in the hallways to The Bomber Hangar. During non-school hours, The Bomber Hangar can be accessed through the double doors at the back of KMS, across from the stadium. Regular hours throughout the year are
Tuesdays, 2:00 - 4:00 pm and Fridays, 10:30 am - 1:00 pm.
Throughout the high school football season, you can find The Bomber Hangar at the Kenston stadium during all home varsity football games. Beyond that, The Hangar travels among the four school buildings for various events. Stay up-to-date on where to shop for Kenston spirit wear by following Bomber_Hangar on Twitter and The Bomber Hangar on Facebook.
Special sale events include:
Aug. 21 Timmons Parent Orientation 5:30 - 8:30 pm @ Timmons
Aug. 22 KIS Parent Orientation 6:30 - 8:30 pm @ KIS
Aug. 23 KHS Open House 6:30 - 8:30 pm @ KHS
Aug. 24 First KHS Football Game 5:30 - 8:30 pm @ Stadium
Aug. 28 KMS Open House 6:30 - 8:30 pm @ Stadium
Sept. 21 Timmons Movie Night 5:30 - 8:30 pm @ Timmons
Nov. 24 Small Business Saturday 9:00 - 1:00 pm @Stadium
Nov. 26 Cyber Monday: In-Person! 10 am - 6:00 pm @ Stadium
Dec. 1 Silver Bells Holiday Boutique 9:00am - 4:00 pm @ KHS Cafeteria
Contact Shelly McDonough,
440-591-4200
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or Christine Riscili, 717-991-0973 with questions, to volunteer or schedule an appointment to shop.
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KENSTON ATHLETIC BOOSTERS
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The Kenston Athletic Boosters (KAB) have had a busy summer. In June, KAB had its 8th Annual Golf Outing Fundraiser at the Tanglewood Golf Course. Additionally, as part of the new turf installation at the stadium, two new soccer goals were purchased with financial support from the Boosters. Let's put the ball in those nets Kenston Boys and Girls Soccer Teams!
We have a new scoreboard ready to be installed in the stadium from funds provided by Blaster, Ganley Chevrolet, Liberty Ford and the Kenston Athletic Boosters. Let's light up that scoreboard Kenston Athletics!
The Kenston Athletic Boosters would like to welcome all interested Kenston parents to attend our monthly Boosters meetings for a more detailed account of our activities. Meetings are the first Monday of each month at 6:30pm in the Auburn Bainbridge Room at KHS. We also encourage all Kenston parents to become Booster members so we can continue to support our athletic teams and facilities.
We wish all the Kenston teams a fun, healthy and successful season. Go Bombers!
Twitter @KABoosters
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Follow us on Twitter: @KenstonAlumni
Follow us on Facebook: Kenston Alumni Association
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Please remember that the community takes pride in the upkeep and safety of our Kenston campus.
Board Policy (8390)
only allows service animals on District property and in schools to support specific curriculum-related project and activities.
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UPCOMING BOARD OF ED
UCATIO
N MEETINGS
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Regular Meeting - Monday, August 20 - TES - 7pm
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Kenston Local Schools |
www.kenstonlocal.org l e-communications@kenstonapps.org
17419 Snyder Rd, Chagrin Falls, OH 44023 l 440-543-9677
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