KPF Newsletter 11/19/25

Hello Kenny Families -

October and November have blown by and we are already looking at December. There are lots of events and activities happening - so hopefully we will get to see you in the building before 2026!

Turkey Bingo11/21: so much fun and chaos, all in a turkey theme.
Future Kenny Kid Night 12/3: Sharing the things that make Kenny great, while recruiting new Kenny Kids!
SW Pathways Movie Night at Anthony 12/5: Watch a movie with other SW pathways families, just a fun event to get people together.
5th Grade Volleyball 12/12: 5th graders play a volleyball tournament
Winter Spirit Week and Winter Options: Celebrating the end of the year!

We are rescheduling the Kenny Community Circle because this event is a critical step toward a more inclusive and welcoming environment. Our vision to foster a nurturing, anti-racist, and culturally responsive children, which is a partnership with families. This initiative addresses the reality that social justice issues are part of many families' lived experiences. We are collectively responsible for equipping all students to become "upstanders." They must be prepared to navigate and challenge racial disparities, helping to build a more just world. When we talk about closing the achievement gap, we are addressing a legacy of how education systems were historically designed. We recognize that systemic barriers still exist today. The Community Circle reinforces our dedication to dismantling these barriers. We aim to create an inclusive, equitable experience for everyone in the Kenny Community. Please indicate your preferred time and date for the new year. We are so thankful for our community's willingness to engage in these important conversations.

As we enter the holiday season, I want to say thank you for sending us your most precious gift every day and entrusting us with their care and education. It is a calling and an honor to get to shape young people’s lives.

Thank you as always for your support of our school and the Kenny kids.

In Partnership,

Dr. Jessica Busse

Principal, Kenny School

Doodle Poll for Kenny Community Circle

November 21: Turkey Bingo

November 26-28: No School

December 2: Southwest High School Open House, 6:30-8:30pm

December 3: Anthony Middle School Open House, 5-6:30pm

December 3: Future Kenny Kid Night, 4:30-6:30pm

December 4: Student of the Month Assembly (RSVP here)

December 5: SW Pathway Movie Night at Anthony, 5:30pm

December 5: Variety Show Audition Forms due

December 10: BIPOC Family Dinner

Upcoming Meetings: ALL Caregivers Welcome!

Next KPF Meeting is December 2, 7-8:30pm (on zoom)

Next Site Council Meeting is December 9, 5-6pm (in the media center or on zoom)

Planning ahead? View the entire calendar here

Anthony's Open House for NEW & prospective families for next year 2026-2027 is Wednesday, December 3 from 5-6:30pm.

5:00pm presentation in Auditorium
5:45pm tour of the building (self or guided)

Come see what makes Southwest shine! Prospective students and families are invited to tour classrooms, meet our community, and experience the Laker spirit. No pre-registration required. Just show up!

The Kenny Variety show was such a highlight of last year - and it's already time to think about this year's show!

All kids are encouraged to participate. Everyone makes the show as long as they have an act planned and they try out. Encourage your child's creativity - no talent is too small!

And mark your calendars for the two shows on February 12, 2pm and 6pm. Each act will be assigned only one performance. This allows for two time friendly shows and greater participation!

January 7, 6-8pm

Join fellow Kenny families in a community service project packing food at Second Harvest Heartland in Brooklyn Park!

Kids need to be age 8 or older to volunteer and do not need to be registered in the group, however parents/caregivers do need to complete a waiver in order for their kids to volunteer. You will be sent a waiver so that you can fill it out for your kids.

Click here to sign up.