Kent School District

Thank you for another great school year and we hope you have a safe, restful, and relaxing summer!

2026 KSD End of the Year Message The Kent School District serves over 70 square miles of south King ...

🎓☀️ That's a wrap, OneKSD!

Tomorrow marks the last day of school for the 2025-26 school year. We are so proud of our students, staff, families, and community for all they've accomplished together this year. From classrooms and athletic fields to stages and service projects, our OneKSD family has shown what it means to learn, grow, and succeed together.

⏰ Reminder: Tomorrow is a 3-hour early dismissal for all schools.

As we head into summer break, we wish everyone a safe, fun, and relaxing summer filled with opportunities to recharge and make lasting memories.

We can't wait to welcome our students back on August 26, 2026, for the start of the 2026-27 school year!

Thank you for being part of OneKSD. Together, we are preparing every student for their future.

Kent School District is proud to highlight the impactful Mental Health Fair hosted by Student Leadership at Meridian Middle School on June 5th. 💙
This meaningful event focused on promoting mental health awareness, social-emotional learning, and access to supportive resources for students and staff. Meridian student leaders organized engaging, educational, hands-on activities and informational booths that encouraged important conversations around mental health and well-being.
The event also welcomed local businesses and community organizations that shared valuable resources available to support students and families throughout the community.
We are proud of the leadership, compassion, and dedication demonstrated by Meridian Middle School students and staff in creating a positive and supportive environment for all.

🎉 Congratulations to Our National Board Certified Teachers! 🎉
We are proud to recognize ten outstanding educators who have earned National Board Certification, one of the highest professional distinctions in education. This achievement reflects their dedication to student success, commitment to excellence, and ongoing pursuit of professional growth.
Please join us in celebrating:
⭐ Emily Abrams – Generalist/Middle Childhood
⭐ Alyxandria Crosier – Reading-Language Arts/Early and Middle Childhood
⭐ Sarah Gonzales – Science/Early Adolescence
⭐ Kristin Mazder – Exceptional Needs Specialist/Early Childhood Through Young Adulthood
⭐ Taylor Sarmiento – Generalist/Middle Childhood
⭐ Ruth Smith – Science/Adolescence and Young Adulthood
⭐ Emily Stentz – Generalist/Middle Childhood
⭐ Jessica Swanson – Literacy: Reading-Language Arts/Early and Middle Childhood
⭐ Katherine Walsh – Literacy: Reading-Language Arts/Early and Middle Childhood
⭐ Lynn Wells – Literacy: Reading-Language Arts/Early and Middle Childhood
National Board Certification is a rigorous, voluntary process that recognizes accomplished teaching practices and a deep commitment to student learning. We are grateful for the positive impact these educators make every day in our schools and classrooms.
Congratulations on this remarkable achievement! 👏🍎

🎓 Missed the Kentwood High School Graduation Ceremony?

You can still celebrate the incredible accomplishments of the Class of 2026 by watching the full ceremony online.

View the graduation ceremony here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lW-_tZGuDQs

Congratulations to all our graduates! Your dedication, perseverance, and hard work have led you to this significant achievement. We are proud to celebrate this milestone with you and look forward to all the successes that await you in the future. 💚🤍

Kentwood High School - Class of 2026 Graduation The live show will begin at 8:00PM PST on Saturday, June 13, 2026.

🎓 Missed the Kentridge High School Graduation Ceremony?

You can still celebrate the incredible accomplishments of the Class of 2026 by watching the full ceremony online.

View the graduation ceremony here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pvfxWN7TNoE

Congratulations to all our graduates! Your hard work, resilience, and dedication have brought you to this remarkable milestone. We are proud of all you have achieved and excited to see where your journey takes you next.

Kentridge High School - Class of 2026 Graduation The live show will begin at 4:00PM PST on Friday June 13, 2026.

🎓 Missed the Kentlake High School Graduation Ceremony?

You can still celebrate the incredible accomplishments of the Class of 2026 by watching the full ceremony online.

View the graduation ceremony here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FqACOKxG4tY

Congratulations to all our graduates! Your hard work, determination, and achievements have led you to this important milestone, and we look forward to seeing all that you accomplish in the years ahead.

Kentlake High School - Class of 2026 Graduation The live show will begin at 12:00PM PST on Saturday, June 13, 2026.

🎓 Missed the Kent-Meridian High School Graduation Ceremony?

You can still celebrate the incredible accomplishments of the Class of 2026 by watching the full ceremony online.

View the graduation ceremony here:
https://www.youtube.com/live/90bOdJjKftU

Congratulations to all our graduates! Your hard work, perseverance, and achievements have brought you to this milestone, and we can't wait to see what your future holds.

Kent-Meridian High School - Class of 2026 Graduation The livestream will begin at 8:00am PST on Sat June 13, 2026.

Kentwood Graduation Ceremony updated live stream link: https://www.youtube.com/live/lW-_tZGuDQs?si=JNoPPJsvQ1PnmvcT
Due to an issue with the live stream vendor, the vendor has issued a new live stream link for the Kentwood Graduation Ceremony.
Please use this updated link to watch the ceremony live stream.
We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding as we work to ensure the live stream is available for viewers.
Thank you for supporting our graduates.

🎉 The Kent School District Board proudly honored our Employees of the Year!
We are celebrating these incredible staff members whose dedication, leadership, and care make a lasting impact across OneKSD every single day. From supporting student achievement to creating welcoming school communities, these honorees represent the very best of Kent School District.
Thank you for the passion and commitment you bring to our students, families, colleagues, and community. Your work helps us move forward together as OneKSD, united in ensuring every student has the opportunity to thrive. Read more at https://www.kent.k12.wa.us/article/2989013