Rotation 1 Newsletter

Cell Phone Visibility and Use in Classrooms

• Students should store phones in the office or phone holders in classrooms during the school day to reduce distractions and protect personal property.

• Cell phones must be turned off or set to silent and placed in the phone holder.

• Headphones, smartwatches, and other accessories are prohibited

during class time as well.

Consequences of Policy Violations

• If caught with a phone/accessories, teachers will confiscate it and place it in the phone holder.

• Students refusing to give up your phone/accessory will be sent home for the day.

• Repeat offenders will be required to leave their phones in the office for the day.

Students may use their phones:

• Before school, during passing periods, and at lunch, unless otherwise restricted by staff.

• During Math, F Clearinghouse, and PE, unless otherwise restricted by staff.

• All use of personal electronic devices during school times or during school-sanctioned events is subject to the KPBSD Acceptable Use Policy.

Special Considerations

• If a student needs access to their phone for medical reasons or other approved accommodation, they must have documentation on file with the administration.

• The school is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged phones.

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Early Release

Parent Conferences- No School

New Student Interviews for Rotation 3.

Call to make an appointment.

Makenna was selected by the Staff at Kenai Alternative as September's Student of the Month.

Welcome Back to Kenai Alternative!

Dear Students and Families,

Welcome back to another exciting school year at Kenai Alternative High School! We hope you had a restful and rejuvenating summer. It’s been a great start to the year, and we’re thrilled to see the energy and enthusiasm our students have brought into the building.

We’re especially proud to share that Rotation 1 brought an increase in our student body to 42 students—a sign of the trust our community continues to place in the unique and supportive environment we strive to create here at Kenai Alternative.

One of our key goals this year is to reach an attendance rate of 81%, and we’re off to a strong start. Through August and September, we’ve already exceeded that goal with an attendance rate of 85%. Thank you to our students and families for making attendance a priority—it’s one of the most important factors in student success.

As we move forward into the year, we remain committed to providing a positive, respectful, and engaging educational experience for every student. If you ever have questions, concerns, or just want to check in, please don’t hesitate to reach out or stop by.

Here’s to a successful and meaningful school year!

Shannon Dodge and her crew from Kenaitze are here every Wednesday to help with career planning, resume writing, interview assistance, and general mentorship. Please don't hesitate to stop in.

Job Center opportunity. We will be setting up a presentation and a visit for a small group of students to the Job Center across the street.

The staff of Kenai alternative will spend two days meeting with parents and students during parent conferences. Staff will take this opportunity with parents to both celebrate students work and efforts and also discuss challenges and work that yet needs to be completed.

If you at any time wish to have a conference with your student's teachers, please call and we will get the meeting setup.

Home Town?

Soldotna, Alaska

What is your favorite Holiday and why?

Halloween, because we dress up and do stuff with masks on.

Most Influential Person?

I can't think of a single person.

What do you like most about Kenai Alternative?

I Like how fast you can earn your credits.

What advice do you have for future students at the Alt?

Don't crash into the building.

What are your future plans / Goals / Next Steps?

I want to move to Anchorage, get a job, make money and have fun.

Home Town?

I was born in Anchorage and moved to Kenai my freshman year.

What is your favorite Holiday and why?

Halloween. Because I like scary stuff.

Most Influential Person?

My Mom. Because she works hard and never gives up.

What do you like most about Kenai Alternative?

It is a good environment. Everyone is friendly and I like that it is small.

What advice do you have for future students at the Alt?

Don't give up. Even if your not motivated, push yourself to graduate.

What are your future plans / Goals / Next Steps?

I want to go to the University of Alaska Anchorage and become a pharmacist. I also want to own my own nail salon

Our goals for the 2025-26 school year are a continuation from the progress we made last year in the areas of improving attendance and graduation rate and social emotional awareness.

For SY 2025-26, Kenai Alternative High School will increase the graduation rate to 55% and in turn decrease our drop out rate to less than 25% by offering credit earning opportunities through the continues implementation of the 6 rotation schedule, offering Academic Academy classes and partnering with community organizations with credit offerings

For SY 2025-26 Kenai Alternative will continue working to increase student's ability to remain clam even when under stress by 8% (to 80%) and the KPBSD Climate and Mindset annual survey through the mentorship classes and community building activities.

For SY2025-26 Kenai Alternative will be working to increase our attendance rate past 81% by emphasizing relationships in our mentorship classes. Last years attendance goal was 73%.

Attendance rates are up again this year!

August and September attendance averages:

10th grade- 91.83%

11th grade- 85.83%

12th grade- 80.64%

Combined Attendance Average- 85%

The application for the 2024-25 free and reduced lunches are open now. Please take a moment to fill out this form if you haven't done so already - please note that this form is also part of the online forms on the District webpage. If you need to add money to your student's lunch account, you can do so through PowerSchool or by sending cash or a check in with your student.. Pricing is below.

Breakfast

· Students approved for Free and Reduced meals: $0.00

· Students K-12: $2.50

· Adults: $3.00 excluding milk

· Second meal: $3.00

Lunch

· Students approved for Reduced meals: $0.40

· Students 7-12: $4.00

· Adults: $5.50 excluding milk

· Secondary second meal: $4.50

The Safe School Helpline is provided to allow students, parents, and community members the ability to confidentially submit reports of threats of violence, suicide, bullying, or illegal activity that impact KPBSD schools, students, or staff. This service provides users the opportunity to leave a message or speak with a live crisis counselor for immediate needs. The helpline is administered by an independent, outside company. All communications remain private, confidential, and anonymous.

Four Ways to Report to the Safe School Helpline:

Call: 1-800-418-6423 or 1-800-4-1-VOICE (Ext. 359)

Text: TIPS to 614-426-0240

Online: SafeSchoolHelpline.com

Mobile App: Download FREE on the App Store or Google Play

Your message will be communicated with school officials. All information will remain anonymous to encourage the reporting of all safety concerns. Your report will be assigned a case number, which you may use later to confirm that your report was received.

*The Safe School Helpline does not replace 911. Please call 911 if you know an emergency is actively occurring.