KO Knudson Academy of the Arts

Another incredible year is in the books! ☀️🐾

Wishing all of our KO Cougars and Cougar families a fun, relaxing, and safe summer break! Congratulations to our amazing 8th graders as they begin the next chapter of their journey, we can’t wait to see all the great things you accomplish in high school and beyond. 💚

Have a wonderful summer, Cougars!

Reminder for our KO families!

As we prepare for the last day of school tomorrow, May 22, students will not be permitted to bring bookbags on campus. Students should only bring the following items:

• Chromebook (for turn-in)
• Paper
• Pencil or pen

If a student brings a bookbag, it will be collected upon arrival and returned at dismissal.

Thank you for your cooperation and support as we work together to keep our campus safe on the last day of school! 💚

🍿 KO Encore Double Good Fundraiser 🖤💚

Support the talented students of the Encore Department at KO Knudson Academy of the Arts by purchasing delicious gourmet popcorn through our Double Good Fundraiser!

Every purchase helps support:
✨ Student performances
🎭 Arts programs & productions
🎨 Classroom supplies & materials
🎶 Music, theatre, dance, art, and more!

✔️ 100% online
✔️ Ships directly to your home
✔️ Easy way to support KO students

Thank you for helping our students continue to create, perform, and Go Be Great! 🖤💚

📲 Shop Here: https://popup.doublegood.com/s/b4mz1w91
Support KO Encore Today!

We can’t start the weekend without wishing our principal a Happy Principal Appreciation Day to Mr. Bashay!

Thank you for your leadership, vision, and constant support of our students, staff, and community. Your dedication helps make KO Knudson Academy of the Arts a place where creativity and excellence thrive.

We were proud to host a Community Engagement Night at KO Knudson Academy of the Arts focused on the future of Justice Myron E. Leavitt & Jaycee Community Park 🌳

It was an honor to welcome Councilwoman Olivia Diaz (Ward 3) and Pat O’Mara, Deputy Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs, as they shared exciting plans and gathered community input.

A special thank you to our incredible orchestra students for setting the tone with a beautiful performance 🎻

Our Mariachi Los Pumas de K.O. Knudson Middle School is about to go live from Disneyland! Go to their page (by clicking their name) at 1pm to watch

Encore excellence on full display! 🎭🎶💚
Congratulations to all of our Encore programs that participated in this year’s CCSD festivals, every single participating program earned Superior Ratings! This incredible accomplishment reflects the talent, discipline, and dedication of our students, as well as the passion and guidance of our amazing teachers.

We are so proud of the artistry, hard work, and Cougar pride our students brought to every performance. Thank you to our directors, staff, and families for supporting our students every step of the way.

At Clark County School District festivals and beyond, our students continue to show what it means to Go Be Great!

🖤💚 Happening TODAY – Best of KO Festival! 💚🖤

We can’t wait to welcome our community to celebrate all things KO! 🎉

🎭✨ Check out the performance line-up for ALL THREE stages!
➡️ Swipe through to see who’s performing and when. Each stage has its own schedule so you don’t miss a moment!

🎡 Carnival Games
🍿 Delicious Food
🎶 Incredible Performances
🤝 Community Resources

✨ FREE Admission
🎟️ Games & food tickets are just $1 each (cash or card)

🕓 Gates open at 4:30 PM
🎤 Performances start at 5:00 PM

Bring your friends, bring your family, and come experience the BEST of KO! 🖤💚

🖤💚 You’re Invited to the Best of KO Festival! 💚🖤

Join us on April 22nd as we celebrate everything that makes KO Knudson Academy of the Arts so special! 🎉

✨ FREE Admission for the whole community! ✨

Come experience an unforgettable evening filled with:
🎡 Carnival Games
🍿 Delicious Foods
🎭 Live Performances
🤝 Community Resources

🎟️ Tickets for games & food are just $1 each (available on-site with cash or card)

🕓 Gates open at 4:30 PM
🎶 Performances begin at 5:00 PM

Bring your family, bring your friends, and come celebrate the creativity, talent, and spirit of KO!

🚨 CCSD Text Alerts Update 🚨

Starting April 23, 2026, the Clark County School District is updating its text messaging system to better serve families and ensure reliable communication.

📱 Save these numbers:
• 702-710-2113
• 702-710-2114
• 702-710-2115

⚠️ Important:
✔️ Save the numbers so you recognize alerts
✔️ Do NOT block these numbers
✔️ Emergency messages will NOT include an opt-out option

These messages may include school updates, reminders, and emergency notifications, all to help keep you and your student(s) informed and safe.