Bloomington Kennedy High School

🚨🚨 BRADEN DOES IT AGAIN!!

Please help us congratulate newly graduated Class of 2026 Eagle, Braden Rhodes, for once again breaking his own school record! If you're counting, THAT'S THREE TIMES IN ONE SEASON!!

Braden placed 5th at the state track meet and ran a school-record-breaking time of 48.05, down from 49.59 and 48.45 this season!

Braden, YOU are the 🐐 and YOU are Eagle Excellence and we are so proud of you! 💫

Can't wait to see what you do at Hamline University!!

Special shout out to coach Jabir for all of his support this season!!

GO EAGLES!
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GO PIPERS!
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For those guest planning to attend graduation at U.S. Bank Stadium today at 2:00, we want you to be prepared for the possibility of storms and the potential backup plans for entry and exit.

The security screening process takes place outside of the stadium on Medtronic Plaza at the Legacy Gate. While there are some tents, you should plan your rain protection accordingly. Collapsable umbrellas are allowed; large "golf style" umbrellas will be confiscated at security.

In case of lightning, outdoor security screening would need to close. Please see the graphic for details.

See bit.ly/JFKGrad26 for all the details including parking maps, bag and prohibited items policies, and more.

The ceremony will be streamed LIVE by Bloomington Educational Community Television (BEC-TV). They can be viewed Live or Later via Stream, Apple TV, Roku, Bloomington Cable, or Facebook. Check out www.bectv.org for more information and links.

Graduation will be held tomorrow, June 5th at 2:00 at US Bank Stadium.

Students - check your email for last minute tips & reminders.

Ticketed guests - read the included information or go to bit.ly/JFKGrad26 all the details about the ceremony, parking, prohibited items, timing, and more.

We are excited to celebrate our EXCELLENT graduates with you and the Kennedy community!

Graduation will be streamed LIVE by Bloomington Educational Community Television (BEC-TV).
They can be viewed Live or Later via Stream, Apple TV, Roku, Bloomington Cable, or Facebook.
Check out www.bectv.org for more information and links.

🦅Class of 2026 - Graduation is tomorrow, Friday, June 5th. All graduates need to take the bus to US Bank stadium. Start getting on the bus at 12:30 at POND Center, behind the Activity Center and tennis courts. The last bus will leave at 12:45 - don’t be late as the buses can’t wait!

Graduates - check your school email for a link from Ms. Mezera with your Row & Seat Assignment, and look for your spot on the field.

Some reminders:
* 1:30 be with your row in the tunnels ready to line up, get last minute directions
* 2:00 the ceremony will begin
* You should bring nothing with you on the bus.
* You’ll go through security, including metal detectors on the way into the stadium
* You need to wear a zipped gown, cap, and tassel on the right side of the cap.
* 30 minutes after the end of the ceremony the bus will leave where it drops you off (Pentair Gate). It is optional to ride the bus home.

All ceremony details can be found on our website at bit.ly/JFKGrad26

We cannot wait to celebrate with you, Class of 2026!

Finals start today, Eagles!

Special block schedule with periods 1-3-5 on Thursday and Period 2-4-6 on Friday. Students can leave after the final bell at 12:00 or stay for lunch until the buses leave at 12:25.

There are no after school activities - all students need to leave school at 12:25.

Study up, finish strong, and show off everything you've learned, Eagles! 👏👏👏

📣 📣 BIG NEWS, EAGLES!!

Please help me congratulate YOUR new Student Government leaders for the 26-27 school year!!🎉🎉

Co-Presidents: Rising Senior Zekarhia Smith and Rising Junior Emem Udoh

Co-Vice Presidents: Rising Senior Shamarr Johnson-Fleming and Rising Junior Taylor D'attillio

Zekarhia, Emem, Shamarr and Taylor, YOU are Eagle Excellence and we are so proud of you!!

It's going to be a great year, Eagles!! 🦅🦅💫

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GO EAGLES!

💙💛 Eagle Scholar Excellence!

Please help us congratulate Senior Jada Miskell for being awarded the Gates Scholarship!

The Gates Scholarship, funded by the Gates Foundation, is one of the most prestigious and selective scholarship programs for outstanding high school seniors in the United States.

61,000 students (😳!) applied to be a Gates scholar and Jada was one of 750 students selected! The Gates Scholarship will allow Jada to attend any college or university of her choice!

In addition to being an awesome human and phenomenal scholar, Jada was also secretary of National Honor Society and Captain of Girls Cross Country.

Jada - YOU are Eagle Excellence and we are so proud of you!

GO EAGLES!
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🚨 🚨 STATE BOUND + 🚨🚨 NEW SCHOOL RECORD!

What a day for Kennedy Boys Track and Field!

Braden Rhodes punched his ticket to state for the second year in a row, finishing 2nd in the 400m with a blazing time of 48.45, breaking the new school record he just set by over a full second!!

Ryan Kruger is heading to state for the second year in a row in the Long Jump and Triple Jump!
Long Jump: 21-05.75
Triple jump: 44-04.50

Graham Wood will make his State Meet debut after a tremendous performance in the 1600m, placing 4th with a time of 4:21.79!

Congratulations to these incredible athletes for their hard work, dedication and performances.

Braden, Ryan and Graham, YOU are Eagle Excellence and we are so proud of you! 💫💫💫

GO EAGLES!
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