Kenston Middle School has been named a 2020 Purple Star designee for its outstanding commitment to serving military-connected students and families.
Purple Star Award
Kenston Middle School has been named a 2020 Purple Star designee for its outstanding commitment to serving military-connected students and families.
The Ohio Department of Education Purple Star designation recognizes schools that meet important criteria to help and support military families as they transition between school settings and ensure that their unique social, emotional and academic needs are met. The school district is proud to have the middle school recognized with only 197 other schools across the state.
Attitude and Perseverance
Austin Hatch has a story to tell. It is one of strength, tenacity, perseverance and courage that resonated with Kenston’s middle and high school students. Mr. Hatch is a two-time plane crash survivor and former University of Michigan basketball player. His inspiring message of GRIT – growth mindset, resilience, integrity and team – is the foundation of his ideals. The Kenston PTO sponsored the program.
Mock Trial Updates
Kenston’s two Mock Trial teams competed at districts in Painesville where they argued the extent to which a school principal may restrict a student’s First Amendment freedom of speech rights. Chloé Peiffer, Laura Parsons and Madalyn Blackford were each named the “Best Attorney” in their trials. Victor Como, Margaret Eibler and Jackson Strauss were each named “Best Witness” in their trials.
Kenston defeated Perry High School and Andrews Osborne Academy, but were eliminated by Lake Catholic from advancing to Regionals. Also competing at districts were Dominic Alandt, Elizabeth Bryan, Nathan Gaskins, Weston Gaskins, Frank Hegedus, Ciani McKinney, Nicole Price, Chase Tuller and Madeline Worsdall. The team was coached by attorneys Jennifer Troutman, Meg Pauken and Steve Voudris.
Speech and Debate
The Kenston High School Speech and Debate team competed at Hathaway Brown and John Carroll University, placing sixth as a team. Individually, Laura Parsons placed third in U.S. Extemporaneous Speaking. Samantha Stephens and Ryann Greulich placed fourth in their respective chambers in Congressional Debate. Cadence Matty placed fourth in Declamation, Skylar Cinch placed sixth in Humorous Interpretation and Valerie Brown placed sixth in Original Oratory.
KIS Students of the Month
Kenston Intermediate School announces its Students of the Month for January. Students selected for Student of the Month “self control” honors were fourth-graders Matthew Collins, Grace England, Porter Fontana, Gracie Fouse, Charlie Lewis, Lyla Mulheman, Caden Russell, Lauren Schafer, Jodi Sell and Anthony Soltis; and fifth-graders, Avari Amstutz, Ralph Asher, Lauren Bayus, Daunte’via Cable, Georgia Clark. Ally English, Ethan McClellan, William Radefeld, Robert Sopis and Sam Westervelt.
KHS Students of the Month
Kenston High School announces its Students of the Month for February. Students selected for Student of the Month honors were ninth-graders Victor Como and Molly Spehar; tenth-graders Joseph Drsek and Matthew Stirewalt; eleventh-graders Emma Lutz and Emily Rolf; and twelfth-graders Jack Kosiorek and Amy Kotara.
Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten registration will be held on Feb. 4 from 8-10:30 a.m. and 4:30-7 p.m. at Timmons Elementary School. Complete registration online by Feb. 3 and schedule an appointment to bring supporting documentation along for copying. The school will make copies.
