Vision: To nurture and educate the whole child and prepare each student to be a resilient learner while building a sense of belonging and well-being. Students will leave Kenwood Elementary as globally and culturally competent citizens.
Mission: Kenwood Elementary is a compassionate, safe, inclusive environment that strives to educate the whole child while promoting good character, responsibility, and academic success in every student. Kenwood students will maintain integrity, communicate effectively, and be critical thinkers/problem solvers. Kenwood Elementary will be among the most desired schools in Kentucky by students, parents, and employees.
School Highlights
- Recognized as a national Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) Distinguished School, Family-Friendly Certified School, and No Place for Hate School
- Culturally relevant instruction delivered through workshop approach to ensure personalized learning that meets students' needs with a focus on equity and inclusion
- Recognized as State and National School of Character
- Offers Advance Program and English as a Second Language (ESL)
- Employs master teachers who participate in weekly Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to determine how to meet the needs of each student; many National Board Certified Teachers (NBCTs)
- Offers a Visual Art and Music Program that provides instruction in music, movement, drama, and visual arts
- Offers a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Lab that provides instruction in critical thinking, problem solving, robotics, engineering, and programming
- Offers a wide range of activities and clubs that allow students to explore different interests and career pathways
- Designated as a Trauma Sensitive School
- Family Ambassador, Community Ambassador, full-time nurse, and Family Resource Center (FRC) coordinator for partnering with families to meet the needs of the whole child
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