As part of the Peaceful Environment at Kenston (PEAK) program, the district has integrated messages of compassion, respect and Black History into its existing learning standards and regular curriculum throughout the year...
KHS Reads
As part of the Peaceful Environment at Kenston (PEAK) program, the district has integrated messages of compassion, respect and Black History into its existing learning standards and regular curriculum throughout the year.
One of the projects championed by the high school Social Justice group is KHS Reads! The initiative pairs high school volunteers with Timmons classrooms to “virtually” read books that highlight various inclusivity topics. All experts in the field of social justice that address tolerance and acceptance would agree that the messages of belonging and respect begin with the youngest learners. Attitudes and perceptions develop through life experiences, so offering students the learning experience is a step in promoting an inclusive and welcoming campus.
High school library specialist Bev Buettner has selected age-appropriate books and is coaching student volunteers on how to bring a read-aloud book to life.
Academic All American Award
Kenston High School senior Delaney Bochenek has been named a National Speech and Debate Association Academic All American. Delaney is one of nine Kenston students who have been recognized with the honor during the team’s 22-year history.
The Academic All American award recognizes high school students who have earned the degree of Superior Distinction (750 points); completed at least five semesters of high school; demonstrated outstanding character and leadership; and earned a GPA of 3.7 on a 4.0 scale. Only 2 percent of speech and debate competitors earn this honor nationally.
Family Ties Night
Kenston believes in the importance of family; it is the single most important influence in a child’s life. That is why the district strives to nurture and build relationships between family and school. Some of the researched benefits of regularly spending time together as a family include increased academic success, reduced substance abuse, and strengthening the family bond.
“On March 3, the entire school district will take part in Family Ties. Family Ties Nights are evenings with no homework assigned, no athletic practices or games after 4:30 p.m. and no meetings or activities hosted in the district,” said Superintendent Nancy Santilli, “Plan to spend the evening enjoying your family! Have a game night, go for a walk at a local park or read together.”
In the upcoming month, the district will share family-friendly recipes from the nutrition service department.
Any local restaurant that would like to partner with the district by offering a special discount for Family Ties Days may contact 440-543-9677 ext. 1400.
