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3/2 thru 3/6/26 - Read Across America Week! see flyer below

3/4/26 = Dismissal @1:45pm All Grades

3/5/26 = Kinder, 1st & 2nd Grade District Battle of the Books - 9am @Central Office

3/5/26 = KMS Science Fair Student Visits @Auditroium Foyer

----------Love, Hockema, Sager and Ms. Jamie @10-10:45

----------Whiteside & Allen @1-1:30pm

3/5/26 = Community PTA meeting @5:30 East Library

3/6/26 = Popcorn Friday hosted by Ms. Val's 3rd Grade 🍿

3/9 thru 3/13= 2nd Grade Swim Safety Unit

3/9 & 3/10 = Early Release @1:45 All Grades - Family Conferences - see flyer

3/11/26 = Dismissal @1:45pm All Grades

3/16 thru 3/20 = Spring Break 🌸

3/25/26 = Dismissal @1:45pm All Grades

4/1/26 = Dismissal @1:45pm All Grades

4/8/26 = Dismissal @1:45pm All Grades

4/9/26 = 2nd Grade Music Concert 6pm @the Auditorium (rescheduled from 4/7)

4/13 thru 4/17 = K-1 Swim Safety Unit

4/15/26 = Dismissal @1:45pm All Grades

4/15/26 = Community PTA meeting @5:30 Location TBD

Hi East Families 💛

I can’t believe February is already in the rearview mirror! March always feels like a turning point — parent-teacher conferences, spring break on the horizon, and maybe (just maybe!) a few hints of warmer weather here in Kodiak. Fingers crossed.

One of my favorite parts of this time of year is conferences. There’s something really special about sitting down together and talking about our amazing Cubs — their growth, their goals, and all the ways they’re learning and leading.

Parent-Teacher Conferences are scheduled for:
Monday, March 9
Tuesday, March 10

Conference times will be:
2:15–4:15 – Conferences
4:15–5:00 – Dinner break (school doors will be locked during this time)
5:00–7:25 – Conferences

With conferences this week, all students will have early release Monday through Wednesday. Please plan accordingly for dismissal and after-school arrangements.

Your child’s teacher will be reaching out by Monday afternoon, March 2, with specific details about what conferences will look like in their classroom, along with any sign-up information you may need.

Our K–3 teams value flexibility, and you’ll see that reflected in the different formats teachers may use. Some classrooms may offer individually scheduled conferences, some may use a student-led format with sign-up times, and some may offer an open-house style.

If your child’s teacher is hosting an open-house format but you would prefer a one-on-one meeting, simply reach out — we are more than happy to make that happen. Our goal is for every family to feel welcomed, informed, and supported in a way that works best for you.

We are truly looking forward to connecting with you and celebrating the incredible growth we’re seeing across East. Thank you for being such important partners in your child’s learning journey.

Little Paws, Big Hearts — Together We Learn, Together We Lead 🐾

We are ready for current student re-enrollments and new student registrations!

Call us if you have any questions or issues accessing your parent portals.

We are always happy to help = 907-486-7492.

The re-enrollment process ensures that your child’s information is accurate,

and allows the schools to prepare the necessary services for the coming school year.

Families, friends and relatives may have moved or changed phone numbers,

this information is vital in case of an emergency and must be accurate.

Please re-enroll below...

Have a student ready for kindergarten in the Fall?

(A child must be 5 years of age on/before September 1 to be admitted to kindergarten.)

Do you have a new student entering the district for the first time?

We can't wait to meet them. :)

Enroll your new students below...

The PTA is hosting a conference meal for our teachers on Monday 3/9.

Click the link below if you's like to being a dish or food item.

Thank you!

We love celebrating our Caring Cubs Friday prize winners!

You can join in and celebrate the joy and importance of reading

by wearing fun colors this week.

Reminder - all grades are dismissed at 1:45pm on both days.

Teachers will reach out with more info on how they are hosting their classroom conferences.

We look forward to seeing everyone.

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Mr. Allen's 2nd grade worked with mixed media to create some soft wintry landscapes.

Students practiced patience and trusting the process

by letting many layers of paint dry between each step.

For the final touch, they used a white wash and brushes

to spray and drip paint to create a snowy affect.

Amazing!

Note the updated date!

2nd grade hits the stage April 9th @6pm.

Wishing you well,

Ms. Jennifer, East Elementary School Counselor

phone: (907) 486-7423

email: jennifer.pedersen@kibsd.org

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Ms. Kelcie, Providence School Counselor

email: kelcie.kleaver@kibsd.org

Check in on their projects at the link below...

Please join us for our next meeting on March 5th @5:30pm in the East library.

Kindergarten = 11:10am

First Grade = 11:35am

Second Grade = 12:00pm

Third Grade = 12:30pm

Families are always welcome to join their students for lunch time!

Be sure to sign in with the office before heading to the cafeteria.

Please bring your own lunch or call in the morning to order an adult meal.

Student Breakfasts = $3.50 Student Lunches = $4.75

Adult Lunches = $9.00

Thank you to Bridge View Dental for leading our K-1 classes in an oral health lesson.

So important!

School Newsletter

Look for your weekly newsletter, Little Paws Press, in your inboxes every Monday afternoon.

There will be lots of useful info stored at the end of each for your reference all year.

General School Information

Emails from PowerschoolMessenger and Smore will be the main

form of communication that you will receive for all general

school information and updates outside of your student's classroom.

Urgent or Emergency Communications

All school emergency notices or alerts will be sent through

PowerSchoolMessenger emails or PowerSchoolMessenger automated calls.

Please take a moment to confirm that your phone numbers and emails

are up to date and correct in your parent portal or check with us in the office.

Individual Classroom/Teacher Communications

KIBSD Staff will only be communicating through district issued devices and applications.

Faculty and staff will no longer be texting or calling with their personal phone numbers.

If you need to reach your child's teacher during the school day please

email, connect via SeeSaw or call the office to leave a message.

Need to speak with your principal?

Call the office to see if Ms. Audra is available or to leave a message.

Ms. Audra always tries to make time to speak with families

but scheduling an appointment time is recommended.

For appointments - please call 907-486-7492.

The East School Office is open 7:30am til 3:30pm - @907-486-7492

We are always happy to help.

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