Ninth District Elementary School

Superintendent Alvin Garrison announced today that, out of an abundance of caution, students will not return to Latonia Elementary School as scheduled next week, following a structural incident during winter break.

While students throughout the remainder of the district will return to class from winter break on Tuesday, Latonia Elementary students will remain out of school that day. On Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, all Covington schools will transition to (NTI) Non-Traditional Instruction.

This plan will give the district time to determine next steps and best options for our students and staff.

The district is currently evaluating alternative options to house students in the event that the building is not ready for occupancy the following week.

“While we know we need to continue schooling, we are in search of the best plans for everyone involved,” Garrison said.

The district will communicate updates regarding the school schedule and the progress of the investigation as we receive them.

Don't forget that tomorrow is Ugly Sweater Friday for our 10 Days of Christmas Dress Up!!

Ms. Camia West, kindergarten instructional assistant, is today's Staff Spotlight:

Position
Instructional Assistant - Kindergarten

How many years have you been in education?
Four years

Favorite Subject in School
Social Studies

Why Did You Want to Become A Teacher?
I wanted to come back to the district I grew up in.

What Are You Looking Forward to This Year?
Watching my students grow.

Favorite Candy
Kit-Kat

Favorite Drink
Lemonade

Favorite TV Show
Grey’s Anatomy

Fun Fact
I have a son

Don't forget that tomorrow is Dress Like a Christmas Tree or Something that Represents What You Celebrate for our 10 Days of Christmas Dress Up!!

Don't forget that tomorrow is Winter Wonderland Day for our 10 Days of Christmas Dress Up!! Wear blues, silvers, and gold, snowflakes, and sweaters!

Fifth grade teacher, Mrs. Gracey Baker, is today's Staff Spotlight:

Position
Fifth Grade

How many years have you been in education?
This is my first year in Covington.

Favorite Subject in School
Social Studies

Why Did You Want to Become A Teacher?
I wanted to become a teacher because of the impact my own teachers had on me. They inspired me, believed in me, and shaped my confidence in ways that went beyond academics.

What Are You Looking Forward to This Year?
Building relationships with my students and watching them grow.

Message to All Students:
Anything is possible if you work hard and believe in yourself.

Favorite Candy
Twizzlers

Favorite Drink
Alani’s

Favorite TV Show
Gilmore Girls

Fun Fact
I am originally from Tampa, Florida

Hobby
Reading

Don't forget that tomorrow is Candy Cane Day for our 10 Days of Christmas Dress Up!! Wear red and white!

Students had a great time this past Thursday, making crafts and reading to all of the dogs at our Santa Paws event.

Don't forget that tomorrow is Pajama Day for our 10 Days of Christmas Dress Up!! Wear your favorite PJ's to school (no slippers)!

Girls basketball champoinship game update:

The girls basketball championship that was scheduled for tomorrow afternoon has been rescheduled due to the impending snow that is forcasted for our area Saturday afternoon.

The championship game will take place next Wednesday, December 17, at 6:30 p.m. at Holmes H.S. Fieldhouse. Our girls will battle the Glenn O. Swing Wildcats for the championship. Let's pack the gym to support our girls' team as they go for back-to-back championships!!

Congratulations to our Students of the Week for the week of December 1st!!

Don't forget that tomorrow is Flannel and Frost Day for our 10 Days of Christmas Dress Up!! Wear flannel shirts, winter hats, boots, and cozy vibes!