Dear KLSD Community,

As our first month of school winds down, I am grateful for all that it has brought. Thank you to our staff at all five schools for hosting Curriculum and Campus Nights these past two weeks. Thank you to all the parents who joined us for those evenings and to those students who helped as guides around our buildings. Thank you, also, to the many PTO, Arts Alive and Booster volunteers who showed your support for our schools each night.

We continue to focus on building a sense of belonging for all students, all colleagues, and all members of our community in our schools. This month’s spotlight has been on National Hispanic Heritage Month, and we continue to focus on ensuring that every student feels welcomed and affirmed at school.

Let’s hope the rain eases and we’ll see many of you at Homecoming games this weekend.

Sincerely,

Andrew Selesnick

Superintendent

The stories behind students’ names in Connie Merritt’s Meadow Pond third-grade class are as vibrant and varied as the hues of the rainbow and the children are excited to share them!

“I am named after my grandmother,” said Palma.

“My parents wanted a name that is unique and strong,” said Kingsley.

“My name is a tree and a town,” said Aspen.

Name stories are the talk of both Katonah Elementary and Meadow Pond Elementary Schools, growing out of the September All-School Read, "Teach Us Your Name," by Huda Essa. Learn more here.

Increase Miller Elementary's September All School Read, “I Am Me,” by Tristan Towns and Lacey Howard, also celebrates students' uniqueness. Peek into Gloria Miler's fifth grade class as they read the book together and explore its message.

Please check the Athletic Calendar for schedule changes.

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