The Kenwood Courier

We’re eager to connect and partner with you the 2026-27 school year in support of your children’s academic, social, and emotional growth. You can expect to receive the Kenwood Courier every Friday.

• On the top of the page, you will find ADA and Translation features. To translate, click on the Translate button and choose your desired language.
• En la parte superior de la página, encontrará funciones de ADA y traducción. Para traducir, haga clic en el botón Traducir y elija el idioma que desee.
• Dusha sare ee bogga, waxaad ka heli doontaa ADA iyo sifooyinka Turjumaada. Si aad u turjunto, dhagsii badhanka Turjumka oo dooro luqadda aad rabto.
  
• В верхней части страницы вы найдете функции ADA и перевода. Для перевода нажмите кнопку «Перевести» и выберите нужный язык.
  
• د پاڼې په سر کې، تاسو به د ADA او ژباړې ځانګړتیاوې ومومئ. د ژباړې لپاره، د ژباړې تڼۍ باندې کلیک وکړئ او د خپلې خوښې ژبه غوره کړئ.
  
• در بالای صفحه، شما ویژگی های ADA و ترجمه را پیدا کنید. برای ترجمه، روی دکمه ترجمه کلیک کنید و زبان مورد نظر خود را انتخاب کنید.
  

• September 21: Yom Kippur/No School

• September 25: Circle of Peace, 9:45 on the playground (rescheduled due to rain on 9/18)

• October 1: Back to School Night, 5:00-6:30 pm

• October 2: Coffee with the Principal and State of the School Meeting 9:45-10:45

• October 8: PTA Meeting 6:00-7:30

• October 13: Evening Conferences, 4:15-8:15 (there IS school that day!)

• October 14: Day Conferences, 8:15-4:15 (no school for students)

• October 15 and 16: No School for Students or Staff

• October 20: Site Council, 8:15-9:05

• October 22: Kenwood Fun Run (wear sneakers and blue and yellow!) 1:30-3:30

• October 27: Picture Day

Kenwood Community School Calendar

Dear Kenwood Families:

I'm reaching out to let you know that this past Tuesday there was a board presentation that provided an update on the school transformation process. The ultimate goal of the transformation process is to improve the student experience so that MPS graduates are prepared, connected and purpose-driven.

We want to hear from all of our students, caregivers, staff and community members, including families whose children do not attend Minneapolis Public Schools. While our school isn’t being proposed to close or merge, the district is seeking feedback from the whole community about the proposals.

See this webpage to learn more about what is being proposed and share your feedback or attend an upcoming community meeting (the list is available on the transformation webpage). Feedback will then be shared with the school board and the broader community on October 20. The school board then will determine how we move forward.

A brief summary of how Kenwood's pathway could be affected:

Option 1: Kenwood students would attend Franklin Middle School and North High.

Options 2 and 3: Kenwood students would attend Anthony Middle School and Southwest High.

We want you to be aware of what is happening, we hope that you will share your perspectives, AND we look forward to continuing with a great school year.

Sincerely,

Principal Johnson

Please click on this link for all (most?) transportation-related information you may need.

Thank you to everyone who has volunteered to be Room Reps this year!

We are still looking for volunteers in the following classes:

Ms. Ziegler (2nd - 218)

(ASD - 118)

Ms. Rummel (ASD - 245)

Ms. Meidl (ASD -224).

This is a low-stress, flexible way to volunteer and serve as a connection between the PTA, teacher, and classroom community. The time commitment is about 1 hour per month, with plenty of opportunities to be more involved if you’d like! Responsibilities include sending occasional emails to keep families informed about upcoming activities, recruiting volunteers for classroom events, and coordinating staff appreciation efforts. Most of the work can be done remotely and on your own schedule.

If you'd like to volunteer or have questions, please contact Emily Prager (emily.o.prager@gmail.com, 630-362-0500).

Second-graders are invited to join our Brownie Troop. Meetings will be held Wednesdays after school and will include fun activities, friendship, and community projects. If your child is interested in joining, please contact Emily Prager at emily.o.prager@gmail.com or 630-362-0500.

Please click here to see the resources in a variety of languages.

Discrimination Related to Immigration Status.

Every Meal

Second Harvest Heartland Care Center Help is available in English, Spanish, Hmong and Somali with interpreters available for other languages. Call or text 866-844-3663, or visit 2harvest.org/carecenter for more information.

School Social Worker, Alex Holzchuh at Alexandra.Holzschuh@mpls.k12.mn.us or (612) 668-2760

Finally, if you are in the position to help, the Kenwood PTA is collecting monetary donations to purchase gift cards for Ms. Alex to distribute to families. If you can contribute, please venmo the Kenwood PTA at @KenwoodPTAMpls

Visit the MPS Culinary & Wellness Services community sites webpage for details about no-cost meals. Contact a site for specific hours and meal types.

Ciara Graham, Stable Homes Stable Schools Site-based Lead ciara.graham@mpls.k12.mn.us

United Way 2-1-1 provides free and confidential help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on many topics; housing, childcare, mental health, employment, transportation, and more! Call 211 or toll free 800-543-7709. Visit https://211unitedway.org/ for more information. Interpreters are available for all languages.

Click here to find a step-by-step guide to finding the right place for your child's care.

HelpMeConnect is a groundbreaking interagency collaboration between Minnesota’s Department of Children, Youth, and, Families; Education; Health; and Human Services. Click here to explore HelpMeConnect.

• School Secretary: Danielle.Sanders@mpls.k12.mn.us
• Family Liaison: Victoria.johnson@mpls.k12.mn.us
• Main Office Number: 612-668-2760
• School Website
• Kenwood Staff Directory