KSD News
Dear KSD Community,
As the Thanksgiving Holiday nears I want to express my gratitude for our students, our staff and our community. We have children who show up each day with curiosity, willingness and wonder. We have a staff who care deeply about their students and this rewarding profession. And, we have parents and guardians who offer their time, resources, and trust in our system.
It is because of the students, the staff, and the parents/guardians that Kentfield School District is a magical place, and for that I am thankful!
Wishing you a safe, joyous and restful Thanksgiving Break.
Sincerely,
Raquel Rose
Superintendent
rrose@kentfieldschools.org
New Outdoor Classroom Space
On the weekend of November 13-14, Paul Miller, Director of Facilities; Kris Kuivenhoven, Grounds/Maintenance Staff; and Ramiro Alvitez, incoming KSD Director of Facilities, built a platform on the Kent Middle School field to help ground a large outdoor tent to host music classes.
This new facility structure was made possible through KIK funds, COVID Relief funds, and the General Fund.
We are so grateful to have this space so our students can continue growth in their musical talents!
District Announcements
Project Homekey
On Thursday, November 18, the County of Marin, Episcopal Community Services, and Opening Doors Marin co-hosted a webinar forum geared towards providing parents/guardians and staff of the Kentfield School District detailed information about the Project Homekey initiative planned for 1251 S. Eliseo Blvd.
Here is the recorded video of the event for your reference. If you would like to provide more questions for the agencies to answer please submit them here and responses will be included in an updated Frequently Asked Question resource document.
You may receive regular updates about the project through registering here.
2021-2022 District Calendar & 2022-2023 District Calendar
November 24-26, 2021: Thanksgiving Break
Monday, November 29, 2021
- Technology Committee meeting, 4-6 p.m., Zoom
Tuesday, November 30, 2021
- Board Equity & Inclusion Committee meeting, 4-5 p.m., agenda
- Digital Literacy Training, 6- 8 p.m.
- Training in Aeries, Parent Square, School Foodies, Sign-Up Genius. Pizza and water will be served at 5:30 p.m. Learn more.
December 1-3, 2021: KSPTA Kid's Closet clothing collection, Bacich Community Center
Wednesday, December 1, 2021
- Bacich Principal Chat, 8:45-9:45 a.m., Zoom
- KSD Finance Sub-Committee meeting, 2:30-4 p.m.
Friday, December 3, 2021
- Kent Principal Chat, 8:45-10 a.m., Zoom
Monday, December 6, 2021
- Please note, starting on this date KSD will be formally requesting verification of fully vaccinated 5-11 years olds.
Thursday, December 9, 2021
- Marin Public Health Update for the School Community with Dr. Matt Willis and Dr. Lisa Santora, 4 p.m., Zoom
- This update is for all school staff, teachers, parents, guardians and the community
- The session will be recorded and posted on the Rethinking Schools website.
- Live Spanish Translation will be available.
School Board Information: video recordings of meetings, community letters, minutes, trustee contacts
- Next Monthly School Board meeting: Tuesday, December 14, 2021, 5-8 p.m., in-person in Kent MP Room and Zoom audio, agenda
- All are welcome and encouraged to attend in-person or via Zoom.
- Addressing the Board
District Committees
- Technology Committee meeting, November 29, 2021, 4-5 p.m., agenda
- Equity and Inclusion Committee meeting, November 30, 4-5 p.m., agenda
Marin Public Health & MCOE Updates
Traveling for the holidays?
Tips for Protecting Yourself and Others This Holiday Season
Current Travel Guidance:
- Unvaccinated TK-12 students who travel out of state or the U.S. may return to school under modified quarantine
- TK-12 students should test on Day 5 after returning home and can stay in school as long as they remain symptom free and the Day 5 test is negative
- Students should refrain from socializing outside of school and participating in club sports or extracurricular activities outside of school or home until they receive a negative test result
- Families returning from international travel will need to test negative before returning to the U.S.