Kettering Family Newsletter
September
October Character Trait: Trustworthy Human Being 🤝
A Message from Mrs. Hernandez, Kettering Principal
Dear Kettering Families,
It’s hard to believe we are already heading into October! As we settle into the school year, I am grateful for the energy, partnership, and sense of community I continue to see across our campus. Our Kettering Kids are working hard, building relationships, and showing us each day what it means to Climb Higher.
This month, our character focus is being a Trustworthy Human Being. We will encourage students to be honest, keep their word, take responsibility for their choices, and do what is right—even when no one is watching. These are important habits that help build strong relationships and a school community where everyone feels they can count on one another.
As we move through October, we remain focused on creating possibility, making a positive impact, and strengthening connections for every Kettering Kid. Thank you, families, for your continued partnership and for reinforcing these same values at home.
Here’s to another great month of learning, growing, and climbing higher together!
Warmly,
IIC Announcements:
Hello Families,
Hello Families!
Just wanted to let you know that our Q1 Math Assessments will be administered the week of October 19th for Grades K-2 & Wednesday, Oct 21st for Grades 3-5.
Please encourage your child to:
do their best to show their teachers what they know
AND
use manipulatives to help them solve problems
All students (K-5) will have access to manipulatives to support them during the Q1 & Q2 assessments.
We all function best when we get a good night's sleep, have a nourishing breakfast & know that we CAN DO hard things.
Let's go Kettering Kids, we've got THIS!!
🙂 Ms. Russell
LB PTA has provided the below list of fun free things for parents to do with their kids this month!
- Mama Maestra Bilingual Family Storytime, Sat Oct 3, 10:30 to 11 AM, Carson Library. Free, ages 2 to 6.
https://losangeles.takethe.kids/e/a4241ad0-05d3-4449-8a9a-0f1783db61f3?utm_source=email&utm_medium=parent-group&utm_campaign=losangeles-parentgroups-20260928&utm_content=long-beach-council-pta
- Hispanic Heritage Month: Nichos, Sat Oct 3, 3 to 4 PM, Angelo M. Iacoboni Library, Lakewood. Free.
https://losangeles.takethe.kids/e/2ffb10e6-2aee-4266-b49b-27a1d8542751?utm_source=email&utm_medium=parent-group&utm_campaign=losangeles-parentgroups-20260928&utm_content=long-beach-council-pta
- Slime Making & Kids Crafts, Sun Oct 4, noon, Crafted at the Port of Los Angeles, San Pedro.
https://losangeles.takethe.kids/e/22bea0ab-0ed0-4229-8262-d807e49f3662?utm_source=email&utm_medium=parent-group&utm_campaign=losangeles-parentgroups-20260928&utm_content=long-beach-council-pta
- Make Your Own Monster Puppet Craft, Sat Oct 10, 3 PM, Long Beach Main Library. Ages 5 to 12.
https://losangeles.takethe.kids/e/e6947958-18d2-4def-804c-bccb21843469?utm_source=email&utm_medium=parent-group&utm_campaign=losangeles-parentgroups-20260928&utm_content=long-beach-council-pta
- Fun For All: Scrap Fabric Witch Hats, Sun Oct 11, 2 PM, Long Beach Main Library. Ages 5 to 12.
https://losangeles.takethe.kids/e/a44dce04-c2f9-4b47-a8d2-4705c5958390?utm_source=email&utm_medium=parent-group&utm_campaign=losangeles-parentgroups-20260928&utm_content=long-beach-council-pta
Hours and details can change, so it is worth confirming before you go. A few of the library programs ask families to register ahead. More outings around LA and Orange County at https://losangeles.takethe.kids/?utm_source=email&utm_medium=parent-group&utm_campaign=losangeles-parentgroups-20260928&utm_content=long-beach-council-pta