PTA Meeting - November
All Kenwood caregivers (parents, guardians, etc.) are invited to join monthly PTA meetings—whether you would like to help, chime in, or just listen! This year we will meet in person at Kenwood in the Media Center, with a Google Meet option for joining remotely - Video call link: https://meet.google.com/thb-usgj-wve
A note this year, free dinner and childcare will be provided for meeting attendees. Gather in the Kenwood lunchroom at 5:30 for a light bite and then move to the Kenwood Media Center at 6 for our meeting. Childcare will be provided beginning at 6 pm in the Rec Center. Please RSVP here - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfJJ0X5_nE6UBUBHxIG6UlK6MZZqUdvBQ3VRAKjPPdf4fUJzQ/viewform?usp=header
Dine Out for Kenwood - Chipotle!
Use code 67XK7QF when ordering online for pickup or show flyer in restaurant to have 25% of sales donated to Kenwood PTA
Give to the Max 2026
Give to the Max is Minnesota’s annual day of giving, but giving has already started! You can see more information about our goal this year, focused on supporting a refresh of the Kenwood Library! https://www.givemn.org/story/r9r60g
Open House for Prospective Families (in-person)
Know a family in the neighborhood interested in learning more about Kenwood? Please invite them to our Open House for Prospective Families!
Join us in the lunchroom on Dec. 8 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Meet Principal Heidi Johnson and members of the PTA, learn about curriculum and arts residencies, and enjoy light refreshments. To RSVP, please call 612-668-2760 or email victoria.johnson@mpls.k12.mn.us.
You can also register for a tour from 10:30 am to 11:30 am to accompany the open house.
Dine Out for Kenwood - Punch Pizza West End
Help support Kenwood school by stopping by Punch Pizza in West End for some tasty food. Use code KENWOOD when placing order online or in store and 20% of proceeds go back to Kenwood PTA
Dine Out for Kenwood - My Burger Uptown
Dining for Dollars at My Burger Uptown – Join us Wednesday, January 6th at My Burger Uptown from 4 - 8 pm. Use code FUN when you order online or mention Kenwood at the counter and 25% donated to Kenwood
Dine Out for Kenwood - Panera St Louis Park
Dining for Dollars at Panera St Louis Park – Join us Tuesday, February 9th at Panera St Louis Park from 4 - 8 pm. Use code FUND4U online, in the Panera app, or at the kiosk in-cafe (online orders placed all day will count toward sales). Bring the flyer or show a digital copy at the cafe. 25% of net sales will be donated
Parent & Caregiver Night Out
Join us for a Parent and Caregiver Night Out on Thursday, October 29th, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at AZ Taco Co Uptown! The PTA is providing free appetizers and a cash bar will be available. Even better, free childcare for children ages 5 and up is provided by ARTrageous at True North Studio next door from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, where kids will enjoy pizza and a movie. Please note, childcare is limited to those who RSVP for it, first come first served. Please remember to RSVP for both adults and children. See you there!
Woody Woodchuck’s Fun Run (1K)
Join us for Woody Woodchuck's Fun Run (1K) on Thursday, October 22nd, from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM. Students will walk by grade level around the perimeter of Kenwood Park. Everyone is welcome to cheer on the runners! If you’d like to volunteer to help with this event, please sign up here: Volunteer Sign Up Link To Come.
Back to School Curriculum Night & Fall Family Festival
5:00 - 6:30 PM - Meet with Principal Johnson, hear about the state of the school, and attend informational sessions in your children’s classrooms about the arc of the learning year. Children encouraged to attend with their caregivers. After your classroom visits, gather on the playground for socializing, snacks and fall fun!
PTA Meeting - Back to School!
All Kenwood caregivers (parents, guardians, etc.) are invited to join monthly PTA meetings—whether you would like to help, chime in, or just listen! This year we will meet in person at Kenwood in the Media Center, with a Google Meet option for joining remotely - Video call link: https://meet.google.com/thb-usgj-wve
A note this year, free dinner and childcare will be provided for meeting attendees. Gather in the Kenwood lunchroom at 5:30 for a light bite and then move to the Kenwood Media Center at 6 for our meeting. Childcare will be provided beginning at 6 pm in the Rec Center. Please RSVP here - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfJJ0X5_nE6UBUBHxIG6UlK6MZZqUdvBQ3VRAKjPPdf4fUJzQ/viewform?usp=header
Coffee & Kleenex
Kindergarten caregivers are invited to feel your feelings and make new friends! Gather in the Outdoor Classroom after drop-off. Both coffee and Kleenex are provided ;-)
Open House Ice Cream Social
Meet your teacher, drop off your school supplies, and enjoy the playground and some ice cream with friends new and old! See you there!
Grade 5 Completion Ceremony
Welcome by Principal Johnson, Kenwood 5th Grade teachers, presentation of certificates, and social time. In the Kenwood Gym!
Kindergarten Completion Ceremony
Kindergarten Completion Ceremony in the Kenwood Multipurpose Room (Lunch Room)
June PTA Meeting
Our final PTA meeting of the year will be held in person on Thursday, June 4 at 6 pm at Nico’s Tacos on Hennepin. All Kenwood caregivers are invited to join whether you’d like to help, chime in, or just listen! Please email KenwoodSchoolPTA@gmail.com by 5/30 to RSVP
Field Day with Coach P!
Each grade level will have the opportunity to participate in Field Day and compete with their classmates in 4-5 events across the street at the Kenwood Park playing fields. Rain date is the following day, June 4.
Families and friends are invited to cheer on their favorite woodchucks, and we also need adult volunteers to help with set up, clean up, facilitating events, and more. If you are available, please sign up for a shift!
For more details, please see the latest PE Spotlight newsletter.
Field Day Schedule TBD
9:50-10:45 – Grade
10:45-11:40 – Grades
11:40-12:35 – Grade
1:05-2:00 – Grade
2:00-2:55 – Grade
Music/Band Performance: Grades 4-5 Evening Show
Fourth and Fifth Graders will perform in the multipurpose (lunch) room.
Spring Family Picnic!
Please save the date for our annual Kenwood Spring Picnic, Thursday, May 14 from 4:15-6 pm on the playground. There will be a FREE dinner for all students, along with their caregivers and siblings under 18, as well as fun activities, music performances from students, and much more! We hope to see you there!
PTA Meeting
All Kenwood caregivers (parents, guardians, etc.) are invited to join monthly PTA meetings—whether you would like to help, chime in, or just listen! This year we will meet in person at Kenwood in the Media Center, with a Google Meet option for joining remotely - Video call link: https://meet.google.com/drj-qpeh-ebc
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Save the Date: Kenwood Annual Plant Sale!
Get ready for spring and mark your calendars for the Kenwood Annual Plant Sale, happening Friday, May 1st through Sunday, May 3rd. Whether you're looking for beautiful annuals, native perennials, fresh herbs, or garden-ready veggies, we’ve got you covered! The plant sale will be open on Friday from 2-6 pm, Saturday from 8 am - 5 pm and Sunday from 9 am to 12 pm. But that’s not all!
Come for the plants and stay for the treats:
Friday, May 1st (2:00 PM – 4:00 PM): Kick off the weekend with Lil' Dippers Ice Cream Truck!
Saturday, May 2nd (10:30 AM – 1:00 PM): Grab a delicious lunch from the Tin Fish food truck (featuring smoothies, tacos, and more!).
Saturday, May 2nd (1:00 PM – 4:00 PM): Top off your Saturday with MN Nice Cream.
We Need Volunteers!
This event is only possible with your help! We are looking for volunteers to help with setup, plant sales, and more. Please check out the link below to find a volunteer spot that works for you:Sign up here: https://signup.com/go/cHJxoUM
All are welcome! Bring your friends and family to shop for amazing plants and enjoy some of the city's best local eats. See you there!
