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 >

Online Registration for Kindergarten and New Students for the 20-21 school year is now available. Click here to access. 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 >

Wallace Wolf PACK, Be sure to stay connected with your school family by going to our Wallace Elementary Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/WallaceElementary/?ref=bookmarks Our weekly schedule will include: Monday: School wide focus from Mrs. Dollarhyde Tuesday: Student Challenge of the week ... 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 >

The first round of learning enrichment packets will begin arriving at homes as early as today, Wednesday, April 1. Grades K, 1, and 2 packets were delivered to the post office on Tuesday afternoon. Grades 3, 4, and 5 will be delivered to the post office Thursday afternoon. These first enrichment packets include the content areas of: ELA, Math, and Social... 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 >

Stop, drop, and read today at 2:45! Mr. Mendoza and Ms. Eaves, a couple literary fans, giving a howl-out to Dr. Seuss!!! Today's the birthday of the beloved author, Dr. Seuss!!! There once was a doctor names Seuss, whose rhymes were as a silly as a goose.He had a way with words, whether describing elephants or birds ... he even wrote about a big-hearted moose!! 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 >

Congratulations to our Wolves of the Week!1st grade: Grace Perdue, Mrs. Lowry2nd grade: Eli Kolaski, Mrs. Fortner3rd grade: Sodavid Chhim, Ms. Lee4th grade: Addison Stevens, Mrs. Klayum5th grade: Caitlynn Palmer, Ms. Bennett READ MORE >

Congratulations to our Wolves of the Week! Kinder: Madilyn Duckworth 1st grade: Kyliah Olson 2nd grade: Mestiann Ruben (not pictured) 3rd grade: Danny Itzel Nelson 4th grade: Summer Mathenia 5th grade: Isabella Hernandez READ MORE >

Congratulations to Raimary on her academic progress! Keep it up! READ MORE >

Tarsan R. was recognized by his teacher, Mrs. Klayum, for his reading progress this school year. Way to go Tarsan!!! READ MORE >

Thank you Mrs. Dollarhyde for always serving and loving our kids. Happy Counselor Appreciation Week!! READ MORE >

Rufino, Isiah, and David with Wolf 100's!! READ MORE >

Officer Voelker of Kelso Police Department reading to students during one of his weekly visits. 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 >