Kennedy Elementary PSA - Dubuque, IA

Yearbooks are still available in the library, but time is running out! Get yours before the end of the school year for just $15! Contact Mr. Kafer in the library.

We have a limited number of yearbooks that are for sale! They may be purchased from Mr. Kafer in the library for $15. These will be sold on a first come, first served basis.

A big thank you to ​Rachel Stinemates for all her ​work in organizing the yearbook design, and ordering process!

Read here, read there, read anywhere you can 📚
Before bed, in the car, or while dinner’s in the pan.

It doesn’t have to be long to make a difference.
Just 10 minutes a day helps your child grow in a big way.

With nicer weather and count downs to summer, it's hard to keep kiddos engaged until the end. Check out these Tips for Maintaining Student Engagement at the End of the Year.

Parent Tips for Maintaining Student Engagement at the End of the Year It's challenging for parents to keep their children excited about school as summer approaches. Here's how they can maintain student engagement at home.

A big thank you to Kelsey Slaght and Stephanie Strickland Slaght for generously providing beautiful succulents for Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week. 🌱✨

These thoughtful gifts added a special touch to our celebration and are a wonderful reminder of how our school community shows up for staff in meaningful ways.

We’re grateful for your generosity and support in helping us recognize the incredible grown-ups who make Kennedy such a special place. 💙

A big THANK YOU to something sweet for these adorable space-themed treats that were truly out of this world 🚀✨ They perfectly fit our theme, and we've heard they taste as good as they look!

Reminder!
Chalk the Walk today, Sunday, May 3rd. Stop by anytime after 3:00 pm.
Bring the kids to decorate the front sidewalks with encouraging messages for staff to see Monday morning.

🚀 There’s still time to help make Kennedy Staff Appreciation Week special! ⭐

From donating snacks or gift cards to joining us for Chalk the Walk this Sunday, there are easy ways to show our amazing teachers and staff how much they mean to our school community. 💙

Every little bit helps, and every gesture matters. Thank you for helping us celebrate the staff who do so much for our kids each day. ✨

🚀 Kennedy Staff Appreciation Week is almost here, and we need your help! ⭐

May 4-8, we’re celebrating the incredible teachers and staff who pour so much into our kids each day. This year’s theme is Our Staff is Out of This World, and there are a few easy ways your family can join in:

🖍 Chalk the Walk on Sunday, 5/3 - Anytime after 3:00 pm
Bring the kids to decorate the front sidewalks with encouraging messages for staff to see Monday morning.

🍪 Donate snacks
Help us stock a fun, space-themed snack bar for staff. Link to the sign-ups is in the comments.

🎁 Give a gift card
Any amount is appreciated. Drop off at the school office or coordinate through [email protected].

💙 Share a thank you
A quick note, email, or kind word can make a big impact.

Let’s show Kennedy’s teachers and staff how much they mean to our families. Thank you for helping us make this week special. ✨

Some nights it’s 20 minutes.
Some nights it’s 2 pages.
Some nights it’s the same book… again 😅

Still counts. Still matters. Keep reading.