Check out some fun things to do and see with your children this summer!

Whether you’re looking to explore a new career in education, reenter the workforce or simply want to work with kids, consider becoming a Minnesota Reading Corps literacy tutor at Kenny Community School!

We are looking for people who are dedicated to our community. By joining Minnesota Reading Corps, you can be one of more than 1,000 trained literacy tutors placed in schools across the state. Tutors are parents, grandparents, recent college grads, and mid-career professionals. You will guide students toward becoming successful readers by third grade, see real results and make a lasting impact in our students’ lives, as well as in your own career. You’ll not only tutor students who need extra support; you’ll also make a meaningful connection with the school and our community.

During your eleven months of service as a full or part-time Minnesota Reading Corps tutor, you’ll receive extensive training, support and professional development opportunities. In addition, you’ll receive a living stipend of about $500 or $250 bi-weekly and an education award of $5,550 or $2775. All necessary training is provided and no licensure is necessary.

Pass the word on to a friend or family member! Positions for the 2013-2014 program year begin in August. Learn more and apply at www.MinnesotaReadingCorps.org.

Send questions to recruitment@servemnaction.org.
 

Kenny Parents – get involved!
If last week's budget discussions had you wondering, "How do I get involved in Kenny to make an impact all year long," here is information for you. There are volunteer, committee and leadership positions available for everyone, whether you have just one hour a month or a few hours a week. Click here to see the many volunteers that make Kenny School a great place!
 
Read about the PTA, the Site Council and the Foundation. Then contact one of the chairs listed below and get involved. Are you ready to get involved? We welcome you!
  
KENNY PARENT TEACHER ASSOCIATION - PTA 
The Kenny School PTA is a formal organization composed of parents, teachers and staff that facilitates parental participation. If it’s a fundraiser to buy something for the school, an after- hours social event or even an event during school hours that requires parent volunteers, chances are, the PTA is involved! Here’s a list of what we do.
1. Fall Welcome to school breakfast for staff, and incoming kindergarten parents
2. Art Adventure
3. Barnes & Noble Book Fair
4. Box Tops for Education
5. The exterior sign and interior video monitor messages
6. Fall Festival
7. Fit-n-Fun Walk
8. Weekly newsletter and the Kenny Director
9. Picture Day
10. Plant Sale
11. Reading Month
12. School Tours
13. Science Fair
14. Spirit Wear
15. Student of the Month
16. Turkey Bingo
17. Website
18. Yearbook

When does the PTA meet? The first Tuesday of every month (during the school year) at 7:00 p.m. in the Kenny Media Center. The meetings are open. Parents and staff are welcome – and encouraged – to attend!

Who do I contact? Contact Nikki Lindberg, PTA president at kennyPTA33721@gmail.com

Click here to see the members of the PTA. 
 
SITE COUNCIL
The Site Council is a group of staff and parents who work on issues related to governing the affairs of the school, including budgets, policies, curriculum. This is the planning arm of the school and works very closely with the principal and the School Improvement Plan, which is issued by the district.

When does the Site Council meet? The first Tuesday of every month (during the school year) at 6:00 p.m. in the Kenny Art Room. The meetings are open. Parents and staff are welcome – and encouraged – to attend!

Who do I contact? Contact Lois Hall, co-chair at mhall2@comcast.net

Click here to see the members of the Site Council
 
KENNY FOUNDATION
The Kenny Foundation is a not-for-profit organization that raises funds to support the mission of the school. The Foundation reviews funding requests from staff and parents and allocates money when the requests support the goals of the school. We raise funds by parents designating Kenny as the recipient of company giving programs and through our annual March Magic fundraising party.

When does the Foundation meet? The first Tuesday of every month (during the school year) at 6:00 p.m. in the Kenny Art Room. The meetings are open. Parents and staff are welcome – and encouraged – to attend!

Who do I contact? Lynn Barnhart, president, at lynn@marketingoverflow.net

Click here to see the members of the Foundation 
 
 
 
 

Think Spring! And, order your plants from Kenny School!

- More than 150 plants to chose from
- Click here to use our interactive order form, which allows you to link for more plant information
- Pay with PayPal
- Order deadline extended through March 28!
- Plants will be available for pick up in mid May

The Minnesota Department of Education announced that Kenny School is one of only 57 schools designated a Celebration School. As part of Minnesota’s new waiver, schools that receive a Multiple Measurement Rating that falls between the 60th and 80th percentile are deemed Celebration-eligible and were invited to apply for this recognition. These schools have demonstrated significant progress in their efforts to increase student achievement. Congrats to Kenny teachers, staff and students on their efforts - keep up the great work!  More more information, click here.