This year ten 5th grade team competed for the Battle of the Books championship. Teams must read the chosen books and answer questions as a team. Congrats to the winners this year from Mrs. Sanchez’s room, The Reading Nutcrackers. They will go on to represent Kennedy in the District Battle of the Books held May 12th. Check out all the amazing teams in this photo album.
Today our 4 Cool Guys kicked off our Walk-a-thon fundraiser happening at school on Friday, May 12th. I’m sure you have heard about the assembly by now! Perhaps you have seen the collection envelopes. We are hoping to raise money for water bottle refill fountains, art supplies, books for our book room and ipads and laptops! Thanks for supporting Kennedy School! If you would like a peek at our assembly, here you go! The 4 Cool Guys rock!
https://youtu.be/Ew98M1ocCD8
Meet our new PSA board! Rebecca, Amanda, Amanda and Kelly were voted in Monday night. We look forward to them leading this group next year. If you want to be a part of this amazing group next year, comment here or let the Kennedy office staff know at 552-3900.
Fourth graders across the district attended Loras for Go the Distance Day learning about fitness and staying healthy. They rotated through exercise stations led by Loras students. The event was sponsored by Hy-Vee. Fourth graders did a 5 week fit challenge leading up to the event and had the most participation across the district. They won a smoothie and fruit pizza party at Kennedy to be held later in May. Enjoy the photo album of activities.
Congrats to Mrs. Ludovissy who submitted a Foundation for Dubuque Schools grant for books to add to our Book Room. She was awarded a Judi Chandlee Tribute to Teachers Award in the amount of $400. 
Third graders collected donations for the Humane Society. Parents and students donated the items and the Humane Society was so grateful!
Third graders collected items for the Humane Society.
Today we celebrated Dr. Seuss for Read Across America Day! Students were reading, writing, and doing many activities with Dr. Seuss books. Enjoy scrolling through all the photos in this album.
Grade 4 Team dressed as Incredibles
We began the month of March with a Super Hero salute! We collected money for our Relay for Life team while we dressed as all kinds of super heroes. The entire 4th Grade Team dressed as the Incredibles! Fourth Graders presented a skit about showing respect . Check out all the fun at the assembly and throughout the day.
Welcome to Kennedy, Dr. Loewen! This year we welcome a new principal to Kennedy School! Check back here to find out more about her as the year unfolds. Here is a message from her:
Greetings to All Members of the Kennedy School Community!
Just as everyone has welcomed me, so do I welcome you to our school. Whether you are returning to Kennedy, or are new to Kennedy, as I am, all of us come together to work, learn, play and grow in a FANTASTIC school environment.
It is appropriate to wish you a “Happy New (School) Year!” It we have not yet met, be sure to introduce yourself and let me know of any questions, concerns or recommendations you wish to offer.
My Best,
Donna Loewen, Ph. D.
Kennedy Principal
