Kent School District November 30, 2018
New in the Blue
In this edition of New in the Blue, we're celebrating students with perfect attendance and a senior volleyball player at Kentridge High School who is wowing the state with her leadership and positivity.

Watch community members try out being principals for a day and let us know what you thought of our Community Conversation events.

Thank you to our wonderful guest teachers who help students learn every day!
HIGHLIGHTING OUR AMAZING STUDENTS
Attendance
We are proud of more than 3,000 of our students for having perfect attendance, meaning they have zero absences and zero tardies, since the beginning of school.
Kentridge Senior Awarded Local Volleyball Player of the Year
CELEBRATING OUR PREMIER TEAM
Thank You Guest Teachers!
More than 500 guest teachers and staff allow learning to continue each and every day in our schools. See available substitute positions on our website.
RECOGNIZING OUR COMMUNITY
Thank You for Coming to Community Conversations
Find out what happened at the events and make suggestions for future Community Conversations.
Seahawks Donate Playground Equipment to Park Orchard
Football players Shaquill and Shaquem Griffin were welcomed by students and staff to unveil new accessible playground equipment .
Community Members Become Principals for a Day
During American Education Week, we invited community leaders to experience a day in our schools from the principal's perspective.
SHARING VALUABLE INFORMATION
Updated Four Year
Financial Projections
Need help with a meal, clothing, or gifts this holiday season?
There are many local community organizations offering assistance for students and families.
COMING IN DECEMBER
Schools and Offices Closed for Winter Break
Schools will be closed for Winter Break from December 19-January 1. Offices will be closed to the public. School and regular office hours resume Wednesday, January 2.
Upcoming Events

December 5: Early Release Wednesday – All schools dismissed 2 hours early
December 7: Pearl Harbor Day
December 12: Early Release Wednesday – All schools dismissed 2 hours early
December 12: School Board Meeting
December 19-January 1: No School – Winter Break
January 2: School and Regular Office Hours Resume
Get Involved!
With 27,000 students, 3,500 teachers and staff, and 4,500 volunteers doing great things across 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 .