Bicycle and Alternative Vehicle Updates

The City of Kirkwood recently updated its regulations related to bicycles, e-bikes, scooters, skateboards, minibikes and other motorized and non-motorized vehicles. The updated guidelines include requirements related to helmets, operator licensing, where/when certain vehicles may be operated, and safety equipment.

We appreciate our community’s dedication to keeping our students safe during their daily commutes and ensuring a secure, welcoming environment across all our campuses. Protecting our school property and preventing damage are key parts of maintaining these safe spaces. In alignment with the new regulations, we want to communicate consistent expectations across our campuses to help keep students safe at school and in the community.

Many KSD campuses already ask that students refrain from riding motorized or non-motorized vehicles (including bicycles, e-bikes, scooters, and skateboards) on school campuses. If they ride or roll to school, they are asked to dismount and walk on campus. Moving forward, this will be a consistent expectation on all Kirkwood School District campuses: students, staff, and visitors will be prohibited from riding or operating electric bikes, motorized bikes, or e-scooters anywhere on district property at all times. Just like with non-motorized means of transportation, if students bring e-bikes or e-scooters to school, they will need to dismount and walk the vehicle as soon as they step onto school property.

Families are encouraged to review the City of Kirkwood’s updated regulations and make sure students understand the requirements that apply to their particular vehicle, including where and when it may be operated. If you have questions about what is permitted under the city’s new regulations, you may contact the Kirkwood Police Department directly by emailing baldriga@kirkwoodmo.org.

Thank you for helping us ensure students can travel to and from school safely and working to foster a safe environment for everyone on our campuses.

Student Assessment Information

The Kirkwood School District uses a range of informal and formal assessments to identify students’ academic strengths and needs. These results guide how we support their learning. KSD is committed to ensuring families clearly understand how we monitor and work together to support student achievement. New this year, the district is now using Renaissance Star assessments instead of FastBridge for our K-8 students. The assessments are very similar to each other, and data will be used in the same way that we used the FastBridge data. Please be on the lookout for communication directly from your school newsletters on how your student's data will be shared with families.

Additional information is available at kirkwoodschools.org/assessment. We are committed to ensuring that families clearly understand how we monitor and work together to support the academic achievement of our students. If you have questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact your school office

A Reminder: KSD N.O.W. Registration Is Open

Kirkwood School District’s Nutrition on the Weekends (N.O.W.) program provides free, nutritious, non-perishable meals and snacks to school-aged children experiencing food insecurity.

For the 2026-27 school year, participating families will receive a discreet food box delivered to their home once a month.

A new registration form is required each school year. Students who participated in the past will not be automatically re-enrolled.

To participate, complete the online registration form:

https://www.kirkwoodschools.org/KSDNOWRegistration

Only one form is needed per family. Please include information for each school-aged child who will participate. All information and inquiries are kept confidential. Once enrolled, your child will receive a food box each month throughout the school year, or until you choose to discontinue participation. Registrations received after the monthly deadline will begin the following month.

Questions? Contact KSD N.O.W. at ksdnow@kirkwoodschools.org.

Join Us for Community Connections Roundtable Meetings

Join district leaders for a Community Connections Roundtable Meeting. These connection opportunities provide a space to gather, partner, and build upon our strong foundation. Each meeting will focus on a specific topic. Bring your perspective to the table - when we connect and work together, we can turn great ideas into meaningful change.

More about our first Community Connection Roundtable Meeting: Intentional Technology

Technology is a powerful tool for learning, but finding the right balance for our kids is a shared challenge. Your feedback can help shape healthy, intentional technology boundaries for our students.

Wednesday, September 30
6-8 pm
Robinson Elementary Cafeteria

Please complete a quick RSVP so we can plan groups, materials, and a welcoming experience for everyone by September 25 at www.kirkwoodschools.org/technologyconnections

Other upcoming meeting dates and topics include:

October 21: Portrait of a Learner

January 27: Shaping Our Spaces