Kennedy Families: Campus Safety and Visitor Reminder
Dear Kennedy Families,
Student safety is our highest priority. To maintain a safe and secure campus, please review our arrival, dismissal, and visitor procedures.
Arrival and Dismissal
During morning arrival from 7:30–8:00 a.m., students may exit the vehicle and walk into school independently, or families may walk students to the entrance gate.
* Families may not pass the gate during morning arrival or after-school dismissal unless they are following an approved procedure.
* Pre-K and ALC families may continue walking their students to class throughout the school year.
* The final day for kindergarten families to walk students to class is Wednesday, August 5.
Beginning Thursday, August 6, kindergarten families may walk students to the gate but may not enter the campus.
* If your child needs additional assistance entering school, please contact the front office so we can develop a supportive arrival plan.
**Visitors and Student Items**
* All visitors must report to the front office, present a valid photo ID, sign in, and wear a visitor badge.
* Lunches, schoolwork, and other student items must be dropped off at the front office. Staff will ensure that the items are delivered.
* Family lunch visits are permitted only during designated family events or when approved in advance by school administration.
Thank you for helping us keep Kennedy safe, welcoming, and focused on learning. Please call the front office at **602-232-4220** with any questions.
REMINDER: If students rode a bus last year, please go to the same bus stop at the same time. For new students please see bus routes and be at the bus stop by 7:00 AM.
Spiriti Week!
YOUR VOICE MATTERS
Title 1 funding helps support important programs, resources, and opportunities for our students and families. We want to make sure those resources reflect the needs of our school community.
Please take a few minutes to complete our Title 1 Survey. Your feedback helps guide how funding is used to support student success, family engagement, academic programs, and other services on campus.
Scan the QR code to Complete the survey.
Thank you for helping us make informed decisions for our students and families.
Title 1 funding helps support important programs, resources, and opportunities for our students and families. We want to make sure those resources reflect the needs of our school community.
Please take a few minutes to complete our Title 1 Survey. Your feedback helps guide how funding is used to support student success, family engagement, academic programs, and other services on campus.
Scan the QR code to Complete the survey.
Thank you for helping us make informed decisions for our students and families.
☕ Coffee with the Principal
Please join Ms. Hart for coffee and conversation on Friday, September 25, from 7:30–8:00 a.m. in the cafeteria.
We will discuss:
• Title I funds
• School enrollment
• Student attendance and any Question or concerns
We value your input and look forward to connecting with our Kennedy families!
📚 Mark Your Calendar: Literacy Night!📚
JFK families, please join us for Literacy Night!
📅 Wednesday, September 23, 2026
⏰ 4:00–6:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m. -Meet with Principal Hart in the cafeteria for our Title I presentation
4:30 p.m.:- Enjoy literacy activities with teachers in each grade-level area
During this event, families will learn practical strategies and receive resources to support literacy at home.
🎉 Attendance Challenge: The class with the most families in attendance will win either a free dress-down day or a class pizza party!
We look forward to an evening of learning, family fun, and literacy. Thank you for helping make Literacy Night a success!
JFK families, please join us for Literacy Night!
📅 Wednesday, September 23, 2026
⏰ 4:00–6:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m. -Meet with Principal Hart in the cafeteria for our Title I presentation
4:30 p.m.:- Enjoy literacy activities with teachers in each grade-level area
During this event, families will learn practical strategies and receive resources to support literacy at home.
🎉 Attendance Challenge: The class with the most families in attendance will win either a free dress-down day or a class pizza party!
We look forward to an evening of learning, family fun, and literacy. Thank you for helping make Literacy Night a success!
📚 **Reading Tutoring Available!**
Kennedy Families,
Is your child ready to grow as a reader? Reading tutoring is available on **Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:15–4:00 p.m.**
If you are interested in having your child participate, please contact your child’s teacher for more information. We look forward to helping our Kennedy scholars strengthen their reading skills and confidence! 🌟
Kennedy Families,
Is your child ready to grow as a reader? Reading tutoring is available on **Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:15–4:00 p.m.**
If you are interested in having your child participate, please contact your child’s teacher for more information. We look forward to helping our Kennedy scholars strengthen their reading skills and confidence! 🌟
Create a visual story telling project with your student showcasing personal histories of hispanic and latino community members. Bring projects for display before September 25th.
This is a Tutoring Permission Slip Reminder for Kindergarten - Third Grade Students
Dear Kennedy Families,
This is a friendly reminder that tutoring permission slips must be returned by Monday, September, 21, 2026.
Tutoring is strongly recommended to help your child make continued academic growth.
Because space is limited, any permission slips not returned by Monday may result in the spot being offered to another student.
An additional tutoring opportunity will be available in the spring.
Please return the completed permission slip on Monday to secure your child’s spot.
Thank you for partnering with us to support your child’s success!
Hello Kennedy Families,
Click the link below to view our September Family Newsletter, which includes important dates, upcoming events, and school information.
https://roosevelt-school-district-66.edurooms.com/newsletters/kennedy-school/newsletters/september-newsletter-169348
Click the link below to view our September Family Newsletter, which includes important dates, upcoming events, and school information.
https://roosevelt-school-district-66.edurooms.com/newsletters/kennedy-school/newsletters/september-newsletter-169348
Don't forget Attendance Spirit Week starts Monday!
Pajama Day!!
Pajama Day!!
📚 Mark Your Calendar: Literacy Night!📚
JFK families, please join us for Literacy Night!
📅 Wednesday, September 23, 2026
⏰ 4:00–6:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m. -Meet with Principal Hart in the cafeteria
4:30 p.m.:- Enjoy literacy activities with teachers in each grade-level area
During this event, families will learn practical strategies and receive resources to support literacy at home.
Kennedy students will receive free books from Scholastic! 📖
🎉 Attendance Challenge: The class with the most families in attendance will win either a free dress-down day or a class pizza party!
We look forward to an evening of learning, family fun, and literacy. Thank you for helping make Literacy Night a success!
JFK families, please join us for Literacy Night!
📅 Wednesday, September 23, 2026
⏰ 4:00–6:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m. -Meet with Principal Hart in the cafeteria
4:30 p.m.:- Enjoy literacy activities with teachers in each grade-level area
During this event, families will learn practical strategies and receive resources to support literacy at home.
Kennedy students will receive free books from Scholastic! 📖
🎉 Attendance Challenge: The class with the most families in attendance will win either a free dress-down day or a class pizza party!
We look forward to an evening of learning, family fun, and literacy. Thank you for helping make Literacy Night a success!
📚 Mark Your Calendar: Literacy Night!📚
JFK families, please join us for Literacy Night!
📅 Wednesday, September 23, 2026
⏰ 4:00–6:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m. -Meet with Principal Hart in the cafeteria
4:30 p.m.:- Enjoy literacy activities with teachers in each grade-level area
During this event, families will learn practical strategies and receive resources to support literacy at home.
Kennedy students will receive free books from Scholastic! 📖
🎉 Attendance Challenge: The class with the most families in attendance will win either a free dress-down day or a class pizza party!
We look forward to an evening of learning, family fun, and literacy. Thank you for helping make Literacy Night a success!
JFK families, please join us for Literacy Night!
📅 Wednesday, September 23, 2026
⏰ 4:00–6:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m. -Meet with Principal Hart in the cafeteria
4:30 p.m.:- Enjoy literacy activities with teachers in each grade-level area
During this event, families will learn practical strategies and receive resources to support literacy at home.
Kennedy students will receive free books from Scholastic! 📖
🎉 Attendance Challenge: The class with the most families in attendance will win either a free dress-down day or a class pizza party!
We look forward to an evening of learning, family fun, and literacy. Thank you for helping make Literacy Night a success!
Just a reminder that Fall Picture Day will be on Friday September 18, 2026.
Attendance Awareness Spirit Week
Hello, Parents and Guardians
Registration for The Salvation Army Angel Tree Christmas Assistance program has begun and will continue through the end of September. If you have children who are eligible for the program please contact our Family Engagement Coordinator Mr. Gammage to schedule a time to come by campus and complete the registration process.
Email is the preferred method of communication.
Office:(602)232-4240 Ex:11450
Email:Evan.Gammage@rsd.k12.az.us
Registration for The Salvation Army Angel Tree Christmas Assistance program has begun and will continue through the end of September. If you have children who are eligible for the program please contact our Family Engagement Coordinator Mr. Gammage to schedule a time to come by campus and complete the registration process.
Email is the preferred method of communication.
Office:(602)232-4240 Ex:11450
Email:Evan.Gammage@rsd.k12.az.us
Hello Kennedy Families,
Click the link below to view our August Family Newsletter, which includes important dates, upcoming events, and school information.
https://roosevelt-school-district-66.edurooms.com/newsletters/kennedy-school/newsletters/august-family-newsletter-157460
Click the link below to view our August Family Newsletter, which includes important dates, upcoming events, and school information.
https://roosevelt-school-district-66.edurooms.com/newsletters/kennedy-school/newsletters/august-family-newsletter-157460
🎨Afterschool Clubs and Enrichment Programs🎨
Programs begin in September! Students may participate in Art, Band, Sports, Cheer, Garden Club, or tutoring in Reading, Math, and English Language Development.
Permission slips and program details will be sent home soon. Space is limited, so please return forms promptly.
Students must attend school regularly and remain in good academic standing.
Students enrolled in tutoring must attend every session.
Programs begin in September! Students may participate in Art, Band, Sports, Cheer, Garden Club, or tutoring in Reading, Math, and English Language Development.
Permission slips and program details will be sent home soon. Space is limited, so please return forms promptly.
Students must attend school regularly and remain in good academic standing.
Students enrolled in tutoring must attend every session.
Kennedy Families this is Transportation Reminder:
To help our buses remain on schedule, please ensure that a parent or authorized adult is present at the bus stop to receive students in Kindergarten through second grade and students receiving specialized transportation.
For safety reasons, bus drivers cannot allow these students to exit the bus without an adult present. Thank you for being ready at the scheduled drop-off time and helping us keep every student safe.
To help our buses remain on schedule, please ensure that a parent or authorized adult is present at the bus stop to receive students in Kindergarten through second grade and students receiving specialized transportation.
For safety reasons, bus drivers cannot allow these students to exit the bus without an adult present. Thank you for being ready at the scheduled drop-off time and helping us keep every student safe.
Please contact our Family Engagement Coordinator at (602)232-4240 Ex:11450 if you are in need of guidance when obtaining immunizations.
