
May 19, 2026
Barnes Big Bear BBQ will be held on June 9 from 5:00-6:30pm . Come join us for an evening of food family and fun! Pre-registration is required by June 5 by filling out a quick ...

May 1, 2026
Please take a minute to review what's going on at Barnes in May here: https://5il.co/3ug4o

April 14, 2026
Donuts with Grownups at Barnes Elementary is on Friday, April 24 from 7:45-8:30a.m. Gym doors will be open on the west side of the building for this event. Come enjoy fresh donu...

April 1, 2026
Please take a moment to review our April 2026 Barnes newsletter here: April Barnes Newsletter . Thank you!

May 6, 2026
Happy School Nurse Day! From caring for scraped knees to supporting complex health needs, school nurses and health care specialists show up every day with compassion, expertise...

May 4, 2026
Each day across Kelso School District, teachers create spaces where students feel supported, challenged, and inspired to grow. During Teacher Appreciation Week, we take time to re...

May 1, 2026
Today is School Principals' Day. Please join us in celebrating our amazing principals and all they do for our students, our district, and our community.

April 28, 2026
Kinderpalooza, a fun event for Kelso kindergartners, early learners, and their families, is Tuesday, May 5, at Coweeman Middle School (2000 Allen St, Kelso) from 5:00 pm - 6:30 p...

April 20, 2026
5th grade transition night at Huntington Middle School

April 20, 2026
Please see our Barnes Weekly Booster announcement above.

April 3, 2026
Kelso School District schools and offices are closed April 6-10 for Spring Break.


March 20, 2026
On Friday, March 20, more than 280 choir students from every school in Kelso came together at the Kelso High School auditorium for the district’s annual Choir Festival—an event ce...



March 11, 2026
Last week, Barnes Elementary combined Read Across America Week with Women’s History Month, highlighting women who changed the world through courage, intelligence, creativity, and l...

March 9, 2026
It’s Education Support Professionals Week! Thank you to all the education support professionals who keep our schools running smoothly ❤️ #WeLoveOurESPs


March 2, 2026
Please take a moment to review our March 2026 Newsletter

March 2, 2026
Registration and applications are open for early learning programs in Kelso. PRESCHOOL PUPS Preschool Pups is a FREE , inclusive preschool program for 3- and 4-year-old...
