Kinderpalooza, a fun event for Kelso kindergartners, early learners, and their families, is Tuesday, May 7, at Coweeman Middle School (2000 Allen St, Kelso) from 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm. The highly-anticipated happening is a great way to introduce young learners to Kelso School District and get them excited about entering kindergarten.
Every elementary school in Kelso will have a booth with kinder teachers, fun ideas, give-aways, and even some school mascots will be present. Community organizations and resources will also be on-site, including Kelso Public Library, Girl Scouts, Youth and Family Link, Head Start, and Cowlitz Community Network.
At this event you can:
For additional information or questions, families can contact their school office or email early.learning@kelsosd.org.
Can’t make it to Kinderpalooza?
Kindergarten registration is open in Kelso for children who will be five years old by August 31, 2024. There are two ways to register:
To determine which school children should attend, families can enter their address at bit.ly/school-site. Documents needed for enrollment include: birth certificate, proof of residency, and immunization records.
Applications opened on March 1 for Transition to Kindergarten (TK) and Preschool Pups. These programs serve early learners ages 3 to 4.
TRANSITION TO KINDERGARTEN (TK)
Transition to Kindergarten (TK) is a FREE pre-kindergarten program for children who will be four years old by August 31, 2024, and would benefit from additional preparation to be successful in kindergarten the following year. Classrooms are staffed by certificated teachers and paraeducators.
Families can learn more at bit.ly/ksd-early and can apply for the program online at bit.ly/tk24-25app.
PRESCHOOL PUPS
Preschool Pups is a FREE, inclusive preschool program comprised of typically-developing children who play and learn alongside children with disabilities. This program is housed at Catlin site and open to all Kelso families.
Families can learn more at bit.ly/ksd-early and can apply for the program online at bit.ly/pups24-25app.
Not sure which program is right for your child? For a detailed comparison between TK, Preschool Pups, and Head Start—including program staffing, calendars, and qualifications—visit bit.ly/ksd-early or click here for the document in English, and here for it in Spanish.
About Kelso School District
Kelso School District has a goal of 100% (bit.ly/ksd-100) of students graduating high school and having post-secondary plans for college, career, trades, or military. Our mission is to prepare every student for living, learning, and achieving success as a citizen of our changing world. When we asked students and staff what makes Kelso strong, with 45 voices, there was one clear answer (bit.ly/ksd-strong).
Photo/Video Opp: Media is invited to come to Kelso High on May 3 (National School Lunch Hero Day) and talk to students about that day’s lunch offering: free-roaming bison and lentil chili with cornbread.
Over the last couple of years, Kelso School District Nutrition Services Supervisor and Registered Dietitian Kaydee Harris has been making small changes to the district’s meal program aiming for big impact ins student health.
RECENT UPGRADES INCLUDE:
KELSO SCHOOL MEALS FUN FACTS
IMPORTANCE OF SCHOOL MEALS
*Source: Food Research & Action Center https://frac.org/programs/national-school-lunch-program/benefits-school-lunch#:~:text=School%20lunch%20is%20critical%20to,obesity%20rates%2C%20and%20poor%20health
About Kelso School District
Kelso School District has a goal of 100% (bit.ly/ksd-100) of students graduating high school and having post-secondary plans for college, career, trades, or military. Our mission is to prepare every student for living, learning, and achieving success as a citizen of our changing world. When we asked students and staff what makes Kelso strong, with 45 voices, there was one clear answer (bit.ly/ksd-strong).
For over 50 years, Kelso and Longview secondary art students have come together to showcase their works of art. Students’ paintings, drawings, pastels, sculptures, ceramics, and photography will be on display in the 2024 Celebration of the Arts, held at Cowlitz County Event Center next week.
With three high schools and five middle schools participating, the number of art pieces is substantial. There will be close to 200 pieces from Kelso High School, alone. The event is free and open to the public.
2024 Celebration of the Arts
Cowlitz County Event Center
While the show is more an exhibit than a sale, if interested in possibly buying a work of art, patrons can express their interest by filling out a compliment card and including their email. Students may or may not be willing to sell their work.
About Kelso School District
Kelso School District has a goal of 100% (bit.ly/ksd-100) of students graduating high school and having post-secondary plans for college, career, trades, or military. Our mission is to prepare every student for living, learning, and achieving success as a citizen of our changing world.
The Arts in Kelso School District
Kelso School District has a wide variety of visual and performing arts options for students. Our robust program gives students a pathway for personal expression while providing them with lifelong skills and the opportunity to share their talents with their communities through performance and competition.
Kelso School District invites the Kelso community to preview the proposed high school social studies materials for adoption during a two-week-long open house at the Ruth E. Clark Instructional Services Building.
The district encourages community members to leave their feedback regarding the materials once they have been reviewed. The building will be open to the public from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. from April 15-26, 2024.
The Ruth E. Clark Instructional Services Building is located at 601 Crawford St. in Kelso.
Kindergarten registration is open in Kelso for children who will be five years old by August 31, 2024. There are two ways to register:
To determine which school children should attend, families can enter their address at bit.ly/school-site. Documents needed for enrollment include: birth certificate, proof of residency, and immunization records.
Applications opened on March 1 for Transition to Kindergarten (TK) and Preschool Pups. These programs serve early learners ages 3 to 4.
TRANSITION TO KINDERGARTEN (TK)
Transition to Kindergarten (TK) is a FREE pre-kindergarten program for children who will be four years old by August 31, 2024, and would benefit from additional preparation to be successful in kindergarten the following year. Classrooms are staffed by certificated teachers and paraeducators.
Families can learn more at bit.ly/ksd-early and can apply for the program online at bit.ly/tk24-25app.
PRESCHOOL PUPS
Preschool Pups is a FREE, inclusive preschool program comprised of typically-developing children who play and learn alongside children with disabilities. This program is housed at Catlin site and open to all Kelso families.
Families can learn more at bit.ly/ksd-early and can apply for the program online at bit.ly/pups24-25app.
Not sure which program is right for your child? For a detailed comparison between TK, Preschool Pups, and Head Start—including program staffing, calendars, and qualifications—visit bit.ly/ksd-early or click here for the document in English, and here for it in Spanish.
KINDERPALOOZA
Kinderpalooza, a fun event for Kelso kindergartners, early learners, and their families, is Tuesday, May 7, at Coweeman Middle School (2000 Allen St, Kelso) from 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm. At this event you can:
For additional information or questions, families can contact their school office or email early.learning@kelsosd.org.
About Kelso School District
Kelso School District has a goal of 100% (bit.ly/ksd-100) of students graduating high school and having post-secondary plans for college, career, trades, or military. Our mission is to prepare every student for living, learning, and achieving success as a citizen of our changing world. When we asked students and staff what makes Kelso strong, with 45 voices, there was one clear answer (bit.ly/ksd-strong).