Families:
Today, 01/20/26, we had a SECURE & TEACH drill following our comprehensive safety plan. The health and safety of our students and staff is a top priority for Kelso School District. Please talk with your child/children about a potential threat of harm outside the school and the importance of returning indoors promptly, remaining in place, and continuing classroom activities while the exterior is secured.
SECURE & TEACH (SRP Video 3 - Secure)
Reminder that we practice safety drills each month to help ensure the preparation of staff and students in the case of a real emergency. These drills include: earthquake, hold, secure & teach, lockdown, shelter in place, and evacuation. You can help your child reflect upon the drill by asking the following questions at home after you have received the memo from the office that we had a drill:
“Why does Dr. Owens have you practice drills every month at Carrolls?”
"Can you tell me about the emergency drill you had at school today? What did you learn and what were the steps you were supposed to take?"
"How did you feel during the drill? Why? What would help you feel more prepared, if anything?"
"What are some things we can do at home to make sure we're prepared for emergencies, just like you practice at school?"
Today, 01/20/26, we had a SECURE & TEACH drill following our comprehensive safety plan. The health and safety of our students and staff is a top priority for Kelso School District. Please talk with your child/children about a potential threat of harm outside the school and the importance of returning indoors promptly, remaining in place, and continuing classroom activities while the exterior is secured.
SECURE & TEACH (SRP Video 3 - Secure)
Reminder that we practice safety drills each month to help ensure the preparation of staff and students in the case of a real emergency. These drills include: earthquake, hold, secure & teach, lockdown, shelter in place, and evacuation. You can help your child reflect upon the drill by asking the following questions at home after you have received the memo from the office that we had a drill:
“Why does Dr. Owens have you practice drills every month at Carrolls?”
"Can you tell me about the emergency drill you had at school today? What did you learn and what were the steps you were supposed to take?"
"How did you feel during the drill? Why? What would help you feel more prepared, if anything?"
"What are some things we can do at home to make sure we're prepared for emergencies, just like you practice at school?"
Join us at our "Growing Calm Together" Family Event! April 29th 2:15-3:15 in the Carrolls Garden. Parents and students using nature to help big feelings. Led by Jake Alabiso- SEL Team Leader and Hillary Jensen- Garden & Horticultural Coordinator.
Mark your Calendars! Our Spring Picture Day is March 26th!
1/8/26: Elementary route 20 will run on the AM snow route this morning.
12/19/25 afternoon update: The following routes will be on PM snow routes: Route 1 (flooding) and Route 3 (landslide at 1900 block of Holcomb).
12/19/25 Update: The landslide on Old 99 at UNeek RV has been cleared. Routes 19, 20, 29, 30, and 31 will be on time.
Multiple updates for 12/19/25:
The following routes will be on AM snow routes: Route 1 (flooding) and Route 3 (landslide at 1900 block of Holcomb).
The following routes will be running late due to a landslide on Old 99 at Uneek RV: Routes 19, 20, 29, 30, and 31.
The following routes will be on AM snow routes: Route 1 (flooding) and Route 3 (landslide at 1900 block of Holcomb).
The following routes will be running late due to a landslide on Old 99 at Uneek RV: Routes 19, 20, 29, 30, and 31.
Multiple Updates for 12/17/25:
Rose Valley Elementary and Carrolls Elementary will be closed today.
All other Kelso schools will be on time and operating as scheduled.
Route 20: Students living above Olson on Kool Rd. will need to meet the bus at the Kool Rd./Mt. Pleasant intersection at 7:15 a.m. for secondary.
Rose Valley Elementary and Carrolls Elementary will be closed today.
All other Kelso schools will be on time and operating as scheduled.
Route 20: Students living above Olson on Kool Rd. will need to meet the bus at the Kool Rd./Mt. Pleasant intersection at 7:15 a.m. for secondary.
The PTO is hosting a Holiday Market! December 15th-17th
Times: Before school 8:15-8:40 & during lunchtime
- Gifts & presents for dad, mom, siblings and any special person this holiday!
Reindeer ears, Santa mailboxes, light up headbands and so much more!
Prices: $1-$5
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Times: Before school 8:15-8:40 & during lunchtime
- Gifts & presents for dad, mom, siblings and any special person this holiday!
Reindeer ears, Santa mailboxes, light up headbands and so much more!
Prices: $1-$5
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Our PTO is selling Holiday Grams! Send a sweet holiday gram to someone special! Candy Canes- $1.00, Holiday Micro Plushy- $3.00. Scan the QR code to purchase! https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1314/Carrolls/6159557/Holiday_Grams.png
12/10/25: Route 1 will run on its AM Snow route. Please note: No transportation will be provided on N. Pacific from Ostrander to Headquarters; students in that area will need to follow the AM Snow route. We will continue to provide updates throughout the morning and later today. AM snow routes can be found here https://5il.co/13rb9
12/9/25: Route 1 will run on its PM Snow route. Please note: No transportation will be provided on N. Pacific from Ostrander to Headquarters; students in that area will need to follow the AM Snow route. We will continue to provide updates if necessary later today.
PM Snow Routes can be found here https://5il.co/13rba
PM Snow Routes can be found here https://5il.co/13rba
12/9/25: Route 1 will run on its AM Snow route. Please note: No transportation will be provided on N. Pacific from Ostrander to Headquarters; students in that area will need to follow the AM Snow route. We will continue to provide updates throughout the morning and later today.
Mark Your Calendars! Our Winter Program is Friday, December 12th. 9:30 & 1:30 (Same Performance) Doors open at 9:10 & 1:10. * If you will be checking your student out after the last performance, please come to the office for a check out slip BEFORE the performance (Please bring your ID). Then exchange the slip for your student at the classroom after the program.
Giving Tree:
Unsure what gift to give a teacher? Why not choose something from their Wishlist? Scan the QR code to shop for a teacher!
* Please drop off your unwrapped gifts with a To:/From: Note in the Carrolls office by December 15th.
Check out what's happening at Carrolls Elementary in our:
December/January School Newsletter: https://www.kelso.wednet.edu/o/carrolls/documents/newsletters/25-26-newsletters/845740
December PTO Newsletter: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1314/Carrolls/6148839/2025_December_PTO_Newsletter.pdf
January PTO Newsletter: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1314/Carrolls/6148840/2025_January_PTO_Newseletter_.pdf
December/January School Newsletter: https://www.kelso.wednet.edu/o/carrolls/documents/newsletters/25-26-newsletters/845740
December PTO Newsletter: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1314/Carrolls/6148839/2025_December_PTO_Newsletter.pdf
January PTO Newsletter: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1314/Carrolls/6148840/2025_January_PTO_Newseletter_.pdf
🎁 Stuff the Bus Toy & Food Drive! 🚌
Join us at the Kelso Target on Saturday, November 29th from 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM as we work together to support families in need this holiday season.
Most Needed Items:
-Canned goods
-Non-perishable food items
-Monetary donations
Every donation helps make a difference. Thank you for helping us Stuff the Bus and spread holiday cheer! Proceeds support Lower Columbia CAP and the Kelso Family & Community Resource Center
Join us at the Kelso Target on Saturday, November 29th from 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM as we work together to support families in need this holiday season.
Most Needed Items:
-Canned goods
-Non-perishable food items
-Monetary donations
Every donation helps make a difference. Thank you for helping us Stuff the Bus and spread holiday cheer! Proceeds support Lower Columbia CAP and the Kelso Family & Community Resource Center
New Safety Measure: Crossing Guard
To support student safety before and after school, we now have a Crossing Guard on duty. Please remind your child to wait for the Crossing Guard to stop traffic and signal when it is safe to cross. Drivers must also wait for the Crossing Guard to signal before driving through the crosswalk area. Thank you for helping us keep all students safe!
To support student safety before and after school, we now have a Crossing Guard on duty. Please remind your child to wait for the Crossing Guard to stop traffic and signal when it is safe to cross. Drivers must also wait for the Crossing Guard to signal before driving through the crosswalk area. Thank you for helping us keep all students safe!
Join us for a Free pizza lunch November 24th 11:30-12:30! Enjoy Pizza with your student while learning easy ways to support reading at home. Miss. Horton & Mrs. Davis will share helpful strategies and resources. * RSVP- Denelle.Davis@kelsosd.org or 360-749-0413. Location: Carrolls Elementary in room 8
Only two more days left for our PTO Wreath Fundraiser!
Funds raised will support our all-school end-of-year field trip, 4th-grade rocket projects, and items for our STEAM classroom. We appreciate your support in helping enrich our students’ school experience.
All orders must be turned in by Friday, November 14th.
Funds raised will support our all-school end-of-year field trip, 4th-grade rocket projects, and items for our STEAM classroom. We appreciate your support in helping enrich our students’ school experience.
All orders must be turned in by Friday, November 14th.
