Kent School District May 31, 2019
New in the Blue
In this month's edition of New in the Blue meet our Employees of the Year and find out more about graduation. Be in the know!
HIGHLIGHTING OUR AMAZING STUDENTS
I Am Kent School District
We value each and every member of our #KSDCommunity . Each student, parent, family member, teacher, administrator and community member are active members of KSD. Together we are partners in creating, sustaining, and investing in actions vital to demonstrating equity and excellence. We are Kent School District.
Holocaust Art Contest
Legislative Youth Advisory Council
The Washington State Legislative Youth Advisory Council is accepting applications through June 3 .
School Board Awards Scholarships
Funded by the Harry L. and Ruby T. Soames Educational Trust, our school board awards scholarships to graduating students .
Students Shine at Science Fair
Almost 150 Jenkins Creek Elementary School students recently participated in their annual Science and Engineering Fair . 
CELEBRATING OUR PREMIER TEAM
Congratulations Employees of the Year!
We selected outstanding Employees of the Year who exemplify our mission of successfully preparing all students for their futures . Thank you for going above and beyond to support our students!  
Five Schools Earn State Recognition
RECOGNIZING OUR COMMUNITY
Save the Date: Kent Schools Foundation Auction
Support our students by coming to the second annual charity auction on October 12!
Community Scholarship Celebration
Students were awarded scholarships from the Kent Rotary Club and other local organizations.
Paul Bogel Honored for Contributions to KSD
Kent Schools Foundation President recognized by the Washington Association of School Administrators.
SHARING VALUABLE INFORMATION
Washington State Auditor Update
The State Auditor's Office shared the results of their financial and accountability audit: there were no findings from the audit.
New School Leaders
Join us in welcoming new
COMING IN JUNE
Celebrate the Class of 2019 !
Live streaming of the graduation ceremonies held at accesso ShoWare Center will be available this year. 2019 Graduation Event Details available online . 
Upcoming Events

June: Student Safety Month
June: Pride Month
June 5: Early Release Wednesday – All schools dismissed 2 hours early
June 5: School Board Work Session
June 12: Early Release Wednesday – All schools dismissed 2 hours early
June 13: The Outreach Program Graduation
June 14: iGrad Graduation
June 14: Kent Mountain View Academy Graduation
June 15: Kentwood High School Graduation
June 15: Kentlake High School Graduation
June 15: Kentridge High School Graduation
June 15: Kent-Meridian High School Graduation
June 18: Kent Phoenix Academy Graduation
June 19: Juneteenth
June 19: Early Release Wednesday – All schools dismissed 2 hours early
June 19: School Board Work Session
June 25: Last Day of School
Get Involved!
With more than 25,000 students, 3,500 teachers and staff, and 4,200 volunteers doing great things in our 42 schools, there are thousands of stories to share. We want to hear about the incredible people, events, and things happening in your corner of KSD! Please share your news with us by emailing communications@kent.k12.wa.us .