Today, tomorrow, and every day, we are so very grateful for YOU, for all our students and staff, and for the opportunity to be of service to the families of Kelso. Thank you for being part of our community and entrusting us with your children. School is closed Thursday, November 26, through Monday, November 30. Enjoy the holiday. Wishing you a very warm,... READ MORE >
Our Lexington Elementary School leadership team is hard at work to develop the new Lexington Elementary School vision, mission, and beliefs. Thanks to a committed Leadership Team, including Kelso School District Educators, Support Staff and Administrators, planning is underway for the school to open in the fall of 2021. As an important stakeholder of our new... READ MORE >
In honor of all who have served, school is closed on Wednesday, November 11th.Thank you, Veterans. READ MORE >
Mrs. Hadaller's Carrolls Elementary 2nd/3rd grade class shares what makes them smile. Take a look at the Facebook photo album (bit.ly/smile-carrolls) and we bet you'll smille, too. READ MORE >
Three Kelso students got up early to be on the KGW Sunrise newscast to talk about Halloween and show off their costumes. Fifth grader Brynn (Beacon Hill) and third graders Tori and Macy (Kelso Virtual Academy) took over the middle row on the Zoom interview.Great job, ladies! READ MORE >
Results from the October 2020 survey show learning and engagement have improved this fall for both remote and hybrid students, but sense of well-being varies between the two groups.Learning and Engagement for KVA and Grades 3-12 (in full remote) 82% of parents/caregivers feel it is better this fall than in the spring for full remote 75% of students feel it is... READ MORE >
Kelso School District is hosting a Middle School and Senior Hybrid Q&A webinar. Please join us to learn more about transitioning middle school students and high school seniors from Continuous Learning 2.0 (full remote) to a Hybrid model (part remote, part in-person). Join via Zoom at: bit.ly/mss-hybrid-qa Topics... READ MORE >
We celebrated two amazing people at the board meeting last night. Jana Clarke and Linda Clary are both retiring from the Kelso Public Schools Foundation after a collective 57 years of service to the staff, students, and families of Kelso School District. Jana, the first KPSF Executive Director, is retiring after 28 years of service, and Linda, involved with the... READ MORE >
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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
April 22, 2020 An Open Letter to the Class of 2020 Seniors, In has been just six weeks since your last days together as seniors in the halls of Kelso High School. Since that last day, March 12th, the world of education—and especially for you as a senior—has changed drastically. Change, uncertainty, and emotions have filled our lives since the... READ MORE >
Lower Columbia School Gardens will be out at Huntington Middle School on Wednesday, April 15, and at Kelso High School on Wednesday, April 22, during regular meal distribution times with more food-bearing container gardens. Pots will have a mix of edible plants, including: kale, lettuces, radishes and snap peas. Seeds will be available for those with garden space... 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 >