Kennedy Elementary PSA - Dubuque, IA

08/27/2026

Join us next week for our first PSA meeting of the year! All are welcome!

We'll be planning for the fundraiser, fall conferences, and open house.

08/24/2026

The first day of school is about more than supplies. It's about helping kids feel confident and excited.

Taking a few minutes to talk can help kiddos head into the new school year feeling supported and ready to learn. 💪🙌

08/23/2026

Back-to-school is about more than academics. It’s also a time to help children build the social-emotional and life skills they need to navigate school, friendships, challenges, and everyday life.

This article from WNET shares practical ways parents and caregivers can support children’s development both inside and outside the classroom.

📚 Read the article: Life Skills: https://www.wnet.org/education/blog/life-skills-how-can-you-support-your-childs-social-emotional-and-academic-development/

08/21/2026

Get ready for the 1st day!!
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08/21/2026

📚 Teachers, we want your wish lists! 🛍️

As we head into a new school year, we’d love to help our Kennedy teachers and staff with their classrooms. If you have a classroom wish list, please send it our way so we can share it with our Kennedy families!

Parents, check the comments for the link to our current list of teacher wish lists. 🖍️ We’ll be updating the list as more are submitted, so be sure to check back for new additions!

Teachers, send us your wish list and we’ll get it added! 🍎✏️

08/17/2026

One of the best ways to prepare kids for school is to let them practice doing things on their own.

This week, encourage your child to build a little bit of independence at home!

08/12/2026

Enjoy a great deal on pizza and earn money for Kennedy! 📚🍕

08/10/2026

Back-to-school is just around the corner! Now is a great time to start easing back into the school routine.

A few simple changes can make the first week much smoother:
🛏️ Move bedtime and wake-up time a little earlier each day.
🥣 Plan easy breakfasts and lunches.
📅 Review the family calendar so everyone knows what's coming.

Small adjustments now can help make those first school mornings a lot less stressful.

What are you doing this week to get ready for the new school year?

08/09/2026

📢 Medication Drop-Off Reminder

To help ensure medications are ready to be administered on the first day of school, Kennedy's Health Office will accept student medications before school begins.

Please bring medications in their original containers along with a completed Request for Medication to be Given at School form signed by both a parent/guardian and physician.

For forms and additional information, visit: https://www.dbqschools.org/district/departments/health-services/downloadable-forms/

08/06/2026

🛒 Back-to-school shopping is here!

As you're stocking up on lunchbox snacks, school supplies, and household essentials, don't forget to scan your receipts with the Box Tops app!

Every eligible purchase earns money for our school, and it only takes a few seconds to scan your receipt.

📱 Download the Box Tops app, choose Kennedy Elementary, and scan every receipt within 14 days of purchase.

Thank you for helping support our school while you're already shopping! 🍎✏️

In order to earn cash for your school, you'll need to use the Box Tops app on your mobile device.