Kelso School District is hosting a Hybrid Q&A webinar. Please join us to learn more about transitioning from Continuous Learning 2.0 (full remote) to a Hybrid model (part remote, part in-person). Join via Zoom at: bit.ly/ksd-hybrid-qa Topics include: SchedulesAttendanceTechnologyGradingMealsand more READ MORE >
As we get ready to transition from full remote learning to partial in-person (hybrid) learning, here are five things you can do to prepare.FACE COVERINGSTeach your child how, when, and where to wear a face covering. Discuss safety with your child and practice putting on and taking off a face covering to avoid touching the inside of the mask.PHYSICAL... READ MORE >
2020 has been different, to say the least. Some would also use words like challenging, frustrating, scary, and even confidence-crushing. Still, first responders, school district staff, and parents and caregivers everywhere have gotten up, showed up, and put their best foot forward. In case no one has told you today, you’re doing a good job. We thank you. This... READ MORE >
Due to Hazardous Air Quality, KSD Will Operate Remotely. This means all district buildings are closed to the public. No Internet Cafes. No meal distribution at schools and other meal distribution sites. Kelso School District is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for our students and staff. Due to continuing hazardous air quality in the local... READ MORE >
Back to school. Looking forward to seeing all our Coweeman Cougars virtually beginning September 8th at 7:50 am READ MORE >
Need some homework help? Here's a great opportunity, thanks to Youth and Family Link! Space is limited, so sign up to reserve your spot. READ MORE >
Chromebooks will be distributed next week. Check the information below for when and where to get one for your student. (Click here for a printable pdf.)*You must have a signed Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) with you to pick up a Chromebook.Can’t make the assigned time? Call your school for alternative arrangements.ELEMENTARYPick up location: Your student's... READ MORE >
On Tuesday, August 25, 2020, we hosted a Fall Reopening Q&A to help our families better understand their options for instructional models this fall. Over 200 people attended and we gathered even more questions. We're in the process of putting together a comprehensive FAQ, which we'll post on our Reopening page very soon. Meanwhile, if you missed the... READ MORE >
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Kelso School District is hosting a Fall Reopening Q&A.Please join us via Zoom at: bit.ly/ksd-fall-qa. Topics include:SchedulesAttendanceTechnologyGradingMealsand more READ MORE >
Kelso School District's overarching goal is to return to “traditional” in-person instruction in a safe and sensible manner. However, as we analyzed our Thoughtexchange survey results from June 8 and June 26 it became clear that we need to plan for multiple learning opportunities, and that a return to in-person learning (in any form) may be more than some families... READ MORE >
Online Registration for Kindergarten and New Students for the 20-21 school year is now available. Click here to access. READ MORE >
Two hundred works of art from our very talented middle and high school students are in this Virtual Art Display. Sit back and enjoy the slideshow! READ MORE >
Kelso student artists won first, second, AND third place in the US Congressional Art Competition this year. Mayci Bloomfeldt won first place. Her artwork is being shipped to Washington, D.C. and will hang in the US Capitol building over the next year. It’s an extra big honor being an election year, because Kelso will represent high school art from Southwest... READ MORE >
Join our KELSO STRONG Virtual Spirit Week! To raise spirits and bring our community closer together during this unusual time of social distancing, we’re holding a community-wide spirit week. Using social media as our platform, let’s remind each other, and the world, that even during a pandemic #WeAre #KelsoStrong. #InThisTogether Get details here: bit.ly/kelsostrong READ MORE >
April 28, 2020 Dear Kelso High School students and parents, Our commitment has been, and remains, to guarantee a graduation for all 2020 graduates on June 6th. Our goal is to align the June 6th graduation to our long-standing Kelso tradition of honoring each and every Kelso graduate. In the event that Governor Inslee fully lifts distancing restrictions prior to... READ MORE >
For middle and high school students who chose to learn remotely via online lessons and don't already have a comparable device in their house, we will be checking out Chromebooks. Checkout dates and times are by grade level. Details for those, as well as the location for drive-through pickup, are below.Dates and TimesHigh School Chromebook Checkout: April 13,... READ MORE >
Last night, Governor Inslee extended the Stay Home, Stay Healthy order until May 4. Although we don’t have official word from the state, this means school facilities will also remain closed until May 4. As we receive updated announcements from OSPI and Governor Inslee, we will keep you informed. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this ever... READ MORE >
Tonight, Governor Inslee issued a “Stay home, stay healthy” order for Washington state. While this order requires Washingtonians to stay home, essential functions like picking up food or going to the doctor or the pharmacy are ok while practicing social distancing. Kelso School District is committed to continuing to provide meal service for anyone under 18 years... READ MORE >
This afternoon, under advisement from Washington State Department of Health, Governor Inslee closed all schools in the state of Washington through Friday, April 24, to help combat the spread of COVID-19. Based on this information, Kelso School District is closing all of its schools beginning Tuesday, March 17 (Monday, March 16, for Wallace Elementary). Schools are... READ MORE >
This will be the first of several communications over the coming days based on the rapidly evolving COVID-19 situation. As of the writing of this communication, Cowlitz County still has no confirmed cases of COVID-19. Kelso School District remains on normal schedule, including clubs, sports and activities. Our district is analyzing student and staff travel out of... READ MORE >
Dear Kelso School District Families~ Student and staff safety and well-being are top priorities of Kelso School District. To this end, I wanted to give you a quick update on the COVID-19 situation. We continue to be in regular contact with Cowlitz County and SW Washington health officials and as of this writing, there are no confirmed cases of the virus in... READ MORE >
The new Kelso School District app makes being in the know so much easier. It has a live feed you can customize to get news from any or all schools and/or the district. You can also find teachers and staff within the app and call or email them with a click, and find events of interest, academic resources, forms, bus routes, and so much more. Available for Android... READ MORE >
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Social - Emotional Work See attached to read about our whole child approach to learning at Kelso School District Click Here READ MORE >