SchoolMessenger Messages
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
4/23 Bus Driver Appreciation Day
4/23 Interims Issued
4/24 Early Release – 1:45 p.m.
4/25 KES Drama Performance – 6:00 p.m.
4/26 Spirit Day – Wear Your KES T-shirt
Planning Ahead
5/2-5/16 STAR/FAST Testing
5/6-5/10 Book Fair
5/7 PTO Meeting – 7:50 a.m.
Important Information
Just a reminder that School Bus Driver Appreciation Day is Tuesday, April 23. This is a great time to let them know how much we appreciate their commitment to our students!
Drama Performance – The KES Drama performance is now sold out. No physical ticket will be given at the door. Doors open at 5:30pm. Please present your family name at the door for entry.
Art Night – Save the Date for our Annual Art Night!! Thursday, May 16, 5:30-7:00pm. Enjoy a night of fantastic student artwork and delicious ice cream!
PTO News – KES Families…. with Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week just a few weeks away (May 6-10), the KES PTO would like to ask for your help as we “Stock the Staff Lounge” as a way of saying “thank you” to our amazing teachers and staff!! If you are interested in helping, please look at the Amazon Wish List in the link below for items that we are gathering. In addition, gallon jugs of water are always welcome too!! Items can be dropped off at the front office or shipped directly to the school to the attention of Ketterlinus PTO. Thank you for your support! https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/37M4CH7P8I7EY?type=wishlist
KES Yearbook – Don’t forget to order your KES Yearbook today! Place your order on the Leonards’ website at www.buytheyearbook.com and use code 717111 to find Ketterlinus, then follow the prompts.
Important Parking Information – Effective Monday, April 22, KES car tags need to be clearly displayed at all times when parking AND when picking up your child from school. In addition, the wooden gate will only be open during parent drop off and pickup. Times for the wooden gate will be 7:30-8:30am (parent drop off) and 2:30-1:30 (early release time) to 3:30pm (for parent pickup). The Orange Street gate will be open all other times.
Cove News – Cove will be accepting registrations for the 2024-25 school year beginning in May. Due to staffing issues, we are on a first-come, first-served basis. At this time, and with our current staff, we can have 60 students in our program. If our staffing situation changes, we will increase our numbers. Registration fee will be waived if the 1st month payment for 2024-25 school is received by 5/24/24 (the last day of school).
Testing Dates: See attached for STAR and FAST testing dates.
Volunteer Opportunities – It is a busy season, and we need volunteers! Would you consider helping? Listed below are several great opportunities to get involved! Gentle reminder that as a volunteer, you must have an approved School Access Form on file. If you would like to start the process, click here. school access link
- Book Fair Volunteers – We are gearing up for the Story Safari Book Fair and volunteers are needed the week of 5/6-5/10. Click here to sign up. sign up – Book Fair – may 2024
- Testing Proctors – We need testing proctors for FAST and STAR testing in May. What is the role of a proctor? A proctor assists and supports the test administrator and is another set of eyes in the testing room. Click here for FAST testing. signup FAST Testing Click here for STAR testing. STAR Testing Proctors testing dates
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
4/16 SAC Meeting – 7:45 a.m.
4/17 Purple Up Day – Wear purple to support Military Children
4/17 Early Release – 1:45 p.m.
4/19 Student/Teacher Holiday
Planning Ahead
4/23 Interims Issued
4/25 Drama Performance – 6:00 p.m.
5/6-5/10 KES Book Fair
Important Information
KES Drama Club – Tickets are selling fast! Don’t miss watching the KES Drama Club take you to the whole new world of “Agrabah” in “Aladdin, Jr.” The performance is on April 25, 2024, at 6 p.m. at 40 Orange Street (District Administration Building). Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $5.00 per person (cash and exact change only). Flyers/Registration forms were sent home with all students. See attached. Please use this form to purchase tickets and return to students’ teacher. Tickets will be distributed to students via their teachers on Monday, April 22. Children must be accompanied by an adult and no food or beverages are permitted in the theater. KES Drama club’s production of
Art Night – Save the Date for our Annual Art Night!! Thursday, May 16, 5:30-7:00pm. Enjoy a night of fantastic student artwork and delicious ice cream!
KES Yearbook – Final date to order online is 4/30! Go to the Leonards’ website at www.buytheyearbook.com and use code 717111 to find Ketterlinus, then follow the prompts.
Testing Dates: See attached for STAR and FAST testing dates. testing dates
Volunteer Opportunities – KES Volunteers are what makes our school so amazing! Would you consider joining us? Listed below are several great opportunities to get involved! Gentle reminder that as a volunteer, you must have an approved School Access Form on file. If you would like to start the process, click here. school access link
- Book Fair Volunteers – We are gearing up for the Story Safari Book Fair and volunteers are needed the week of 5/6-5/10. Click here to sign up. sign up – Book Fair – may 2024
- Testing Proctors – We need testing proctors for the FAST testing in May. What is the role of a proctor? A proctor assists and supports the test administrator and is another set of eyes in the testing room. Click here to sign up. signup FAST Testing
- Cafeteria Volunteer – KES is looking for two volunteers to help in the cafeteria from 10:40-11:30am every day of the week. We know life is busy, so you don’t have to commit to each day or even every week, just those days that work for your schedule. We have some parents come on their lunch break to help! If interested, please click here. Cafeteria Volunteers
- KES PTO News – Get Involved at KES! Being a part of PTO is a great way to meet new parents and have fun. If interested, please contact Lindsay Niewoehner [email protected] or Kathy Tucker at [email protected].
KES School Tours – Help get the word out to your neighbors and those new to the area. School tours are available on select Wednesdays. Adults must be cleared for school access. Click here to begin the process for approval. If you are interested in signing up for a tour, please click here. sign up – School tours
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
4/8-4/12 Kids Heart Challenge
4/9 PTO Meeting – 7:50 a.m. – Get Involved at KES!
4/9-4/12 Goodwill Donation Drive
4/10 Early Release – 1:45 p.m.
4/12 Spirit Day – Wear Your KES Shirt
Planning Ahead
4/16 SAC Meeting – 7:45 a.m.
4/17 Purple Up Day – Wear purple to support Military Children
4/19 No School – Student/Teacher Holiday
4/23 Interims Issued
Important Information
Volunteer Opportunities – KES Volunteers are what makes our school so amazing! Would you consider joining us? Listed below are several great opportunities to get involved! Gentle reminder that as a volunteer, you must have an approved School Access Form on file. If you would like to start the process, click here.
- Testing Proctors – We need testing proctors for the FAST testing in May. What is the role of a proctor? A proctor assists and supports the test administrator and is another set of eyes in the testing room. Click here to sign up. signup FAST Testing
- Cafeteria Volunteer – KES is looking for two volunteers to help in the cafeteria from 10:40-11:30am every day of the week. We know life is busy, so you don’t have to commit to each day or even every week, just those days that work for your schedule. We have some parents come on their lunch break to help! If interested, please click here. Cafeteria Volunteers
- KES PTO News – Get Involved at KES! PTO is looking for volunteers to be board members as well as volunteering in different areas. Nominations for 2024-2025 KES PTO Board positions (President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary) will take place at our next meeting on Tuesday, April 9, at 7:50 a.m. in the media center. If interested, please contact Lindsay Niewoehner [email protected] or Kathy Tucker at [email protected].
KES Drama Club – Come be whisked away to the whole new world of “Agrabah” with the KES Drama Club in their performance of “Aladdin, Jr.” on April 25, 2024, at 6 p.m. at 40 Orange Street (District Administration Building). Doors open at 5:30pm. Tickets are $5.00 per person (cash and exact change only). Flyers/Registration forms were sent home with all students. See attached. Please use this form to purchase tickets and return to students’ teacher. Tickets will be distributed to students via their teachers on Monday, April 22. Children must be accompanied by an adult and no food or beverages are permitted in the theater. KES Drama club’s production of
AR Goal – Readers are Leaders at KES! Encourage your student to join the fun by reading every night and reaching their Accelerated Reader (AR) goal for the 4th quarter. Don’t forget AR tests can be taken at home.
Peachjar – Gentle reminder that Peachjar is a great way to find out about the wonderful programs offered at our school and community! Check it out by clicking on the link below. https://app.peachjar.com/flyers/all/schools/64352
Safety Concern for Car Riders – Please have your students exit/enter the car from the RIGHT side of the vehicle. For the protection of the students and staff, we cannot have them walking into traffic to open doors. If you have an infant seat, please have students crawl under it to exit the vehicle OR please park and walk your student up to the school using the crosswalk. Thank you for your help in this matter.
KES Yearbook – Don’t wait! Order your KES Yearbook today! Place your order on the Leonards’ website at www.buytheyearbook.com and use code 717111 to find Ketterlinus, then follow the prompts.
Enrollment 24/25 School Year – We are enrolling new students for the 24/25 school year. Please encourage your neighbors to begin the registration process for any upcoming kindergarten student or new student to our school district.
*New student registration click here https://www.stjohns.k12.fl.us/student/enrollment/update/. Be sure to scroll all the way to the bottom to the 24/25 school year.
*Hardship waivers click here https://registration.powerschool.com/family/ActionForms/Public/38439.
*Controlled Open Enrollment information click here https://www.stjohns.k12.fl.us/coe/. (The window opens May 1 and runs through May 24. Lottery and notification will begin on May 27th.)
*Returning Students Registration – For all currently enrolled students, an email will be sent out from the district in early April called “Returning Student Verification” (RSV). Completion of the RSV counts as registration for next year. Students will receive a prize if their RSV is completed online by May 23.
Testing Dates: See attached for STAR and FAST testing dates. testing dates
Goodwill School Donation Drive – Spring cleaning yet? Save those items! We will have the main donation drive this Tuesday, April 9, but will continue to collect until April 12. Every student who donates receives a prize.
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
3/26-4/12 Kids Heart Challenge
4/1 PTO Meet & Greet – 4:30-6:00pm (Details below)
4/3 Early Release – 1:45pm
4/3 Wear Your Words
4/5 Class Photos/Individual Spring Photo (optional)
Planning Ahead
4/9 PTO Meeting – 7:50 a.m.
4/9-4/12 Goodwill Donation Drive
4/16 SAC Meeting – 7:45 a.m.
4/19 Student/Teacher Holiday
Important Information
Volunteer Opportunity – We need some help in our cafeteria. KES is looking for two volunteers (must be approved for School Access) to help in the cafeteria from 10:40-11:30am every day of the week. We know life is busy, so you don’t have to commit to each day or even every week, just those days that work for your schedule. We have some parents come on their lunch break to help! If interested, please click on the signup genius link below. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D4DAFA722A3FA7-48712054-keslunch. If you have any questions, please reach out to Donna Ott at [email protected].
KES School Tours – Help get the word out to your neighbors and those new to the area. We are now offering school tours on selected Wednesdays. Adults must be cleared for school access. Click here to begin the process for approval. If you are interested in signing up for a tour, please click here. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D4DAFA722A3FA7-48517672-ketterlinus
Testing Dates: Testing starts this week for some grade levels. See attached for dates. Please be sure to have your child get plenty of sleep and eat a good breakfast on testing days!
Class Photo/Individual Spring Photo (optional) – Both class photos and individual Spring photos (optional) will be taken this Friday, April 5 (please note date change). Individual Spring photos must be prepaid. Two ways to order: use the order form that was sent home with your student and return to your student’s teacher or order online at www.leonards.com/photoprepay.
Kids Heart Challenge is March 26 – April 12. You are invited to join the American Heart Association’s life-saving celebration. It’s time to register and complete Finn’s Mission to become an official Heart Hero. PLUS, you could win NFL Super Bowl 2025 tickets for completing Finn’s Mission! Click Here to Register.
Goodwill School Donation Drive – Spring cleaning yet? Save those items! We will have the main donation drive on Tuesday, April 9, but will continue to collect until April 12. Every student who donates receives a prize.
KES PTO News – Get Involved at KES!! PTO is looking for volunteers to be board members. This is a fun and rewarding way to help our school. Nominations for 2024-2025 KES PTO Board positions (President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary) will take place at our next meeting on Tuesday, April 9, at 7:50 a.m. in the media center. If interested, please contact Lindsay Niewoehner [email protected] or Kathy Tucker at [email protected]. And don’t forget, KES PTO would like to invite KES families to join us at V Pizza for a Meet & Greet on Monday, April 1, from 4:30-6:00 pm. It will be a fun, informal way to connect with other families and for students to spend some time together outside of school. The PTO will have a table set up at the restaurant to welcome families and share information about PTO opportunities and initiatives. KES families that stop by our table will receive a small gift. V Pizza is located at 5700 US 1, St. Augustine, FL 32095. We hope to see you there!
Café News – See attached for April menu. Gentle reminder that all students receive a free breakfast and lunch. There is a cost for snacks such as chips, rice krispy treats, etc. On Friday’s, ice cream is available for an additional cost. To put funds into your student’s account, click here https://paypams.com/
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
3/25 INK – Bingo for Books – 5:30-7:00 p.m. (Details below)
3/26 SAC Meeting – 7:45 a.m.
3/26-4/12 Kids Heart Challenge
3/27 Early Release – 1:45 p.m.
3/29 Holiday – No School
Planning Ahead
4/9 PTO Meeting – 7:50 a.m. (Please note date change)
4/5 Class Photo/Optional Spring Photo – (Please note date change)
4/9-4/12 Goodwill Donation Drive
4/19 Student/Teacher Holiday
Important Information
INK – Bingo for Books – Join us for a free community literacy event and BINGO! This Monday, March 25, from 5:30-7:00 p.m. Dinner will be provided and every student will receive a free book and reading log to take home. Space is limited. Please RSVP by Sunday, March 24. Click on the link to register. https://bit.ly/Ketterlinus_Bingo .
KES School Tours – We are now offering school tours on selected Wednesdays. Adults must be cleared for school access. Click here to begin the process for approval. If you are interested in signing up for a tour, please click here. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D4DAFA722A3FA7-48517672-ketterlinus
Class Photo/Individual Spring Photo (optional) – Both class photos and individual Spring photos (optional) will be taken on April 5 (please note date change). Order forms will be sent home this week.
Kids Heart Challenge is coming soon; March 26 – April 12. You are invited to join the American Heart Association’s lifesaving celebration. It’s time to register and complete Finn’s Mission to become an official Heart Hero. PLUS, you could win NFL Super Bowl 2025 tickets for completing Finn’s Mission! Click Here to Register.
Goodwill School Donation Drive – Spring cleaning yet? Save those items! We will have the main donation drive on Tuesday, April 9, but will continue to collect until April 12. Every student who donates receives a prize.
Testing Dates: See attached for STAR and FAST testing dates.
Enrollment 24/25 School Year – We are enrolling new students for the 24/25 school year. Please encourage your neighbors to begin the registration process for any upcoming kindergarten student or new student to our school district.
*New student registration click here https://www.stjohns.k12.fl.us/student/enrollment/update/. Be sure to scroll all the way to the bottom to the 24/25 school year.
*Hardship waivers click here https://registration.powerschool.com/family/ActionForms/Public/38439.
*Controlled Open Enrollment information click here https://www.stjohns.k12.fl.us/coe/. (The window opens May 1 and runs through May 24. Lottery and notification will begin on May 27th.)
*Returning Students Registration – For all currently enrolled students, an email will be sent out from the district in early April called “Returning Student Verification” (RSV). Completion of the RSV counts as registration for next year. Students will receive a prize if their RSV is completed online by May 23.
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
We hope our Dolphins had a fun, exciting Spring Break and are now ready to get back to learning at KES because we missed YOU!
3/18 Teacher Planning Day – Student Holiday
3/19 Classes Resume
3/20 Early Release – 1:45 p.m.
3/22 Report Cards Issued
3/22 Spirit Day – Wear Your KES Shirt
Planning Ahead
3/26 SAC Meeting – 7:45 a.m.
3/29 Good Friday – No School
4/2 Class Photo/Optional Spring Photo
4/9 Goodwill Drive – Save those items!
Important Information
Class Photo/Optional Spring Photo – Class photos and optional Spring photos will be taken on April 2. You can order by filling out the attached form and returning to your student’s teacher.
Bingo for Books – Join us for a free community literacy event and BINGO! Monday, March 25, from 5:30-7:00 p.m. Dinner will be provided and every student will receive a free book and reading log to take home. Space is limited. See attached for more details and to find out how to register.
Goodwill School Donation Drive – Spring cleaning yet? Save those items! We will have the main donation drive on Tuesday, April 9, but will continue to collect until April 12. Every student who donates receives a prize.
Master Calendar for 2024-25 school year is now available. This is a great way to plan for holidays and vacations. See attached.
Peachjar – Gentle reminder that Peachjar is a great way to find out about the wonderful programs offered at our school and community! Check it out by clicking on the link below. https://app.peachjar.com/flyers/all/schools/64352
Readers are Leaders – Now that we have entered the 4th quarter of school, this is a great time to encourage your student to reach their AR goal.
KES Yearbook – Order your KES Yearbook before they sell out! Go to the Leonards’ website at www.buytheyearbook.com and use code 717111 to find Ketterlinus, then follow the prompts.
Housekeeping – Gentle Reminders
- Check-out Policy – We do not permit early checkout after 2:15pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, and after 1:15pm on Wednesdays. We are preparing to dismiss our students, and teachers are finishing academic instruction for the day. Thank you for understanding!
- Dismissal Changes – Parents/guardians, to ensure safe dismissal and avoid classroom interruptions, please be sure to note dismissal changes in your student’s planner. In the event of an emergency dismissal change, you may call the office by 2:15pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, and by 1:15pm on Wednesdays to provide our staff with the pertinent information.
- Tardiness – School opens at 7:55am. Students are tardy if not in their classroom by 8:25am. If a student arrives after 8:25am, their parent/guardian must walk inside the front office to sign them in.
- Label Items – Please label all your child’s belongings so that we can return items to them when lost.
- Home Access Center (HAC) – Please be sure to utilize this for reviewing your child’s report cards and monitoring their progress throughout the year.
- Car Tags – Car tags must be displayed on your rearview mirror when picking up your child in Parent Pick-Up. This helps the staff to identify you as someone who may pick up your student and gives staff the opportunity to radio ahead so that your child is ready at the curb for pick-up. In addition, to avoid being towed, please make sure you display your car tag when parked in our school parking lot. Parents/Guardians, you may purchase additional car tags for $2 (cash only) in the front office. I.D. must be presented when purchasing.
- Signing In – When entering the school, please remember to bring your driver’s license, as you will need it to sign in at the front kiosk. Per District-wide policy, the keyboard has been removed.
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
3/11-3/15 Spring Break
3/18 Teacher Planning Day – Student Holiday
Planning Ahead
3/22 Report Cards Issued
3/29 Good Friday – No School
4/9 Goodwill Donation Drive – Save those items!
We want to wish you a Happy Spring Break!
Enjoy this time with your family and friends!
Classes resume on Tuesday, March 19.
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
3/5 PTO Meeting – 7:50 a.m.
3/6 Wear Your Words
3/6 Early Release
3/8 Field Day – See below
3/8 3rd Quarter Ends
Planning Ahead
3/11-3/15 Spring Break
3/18 Teacher Planning Day – Student Holiday
3/29 Good Friday – No School
Important Information
Field Day is this Friday, and we can’t wait! Please make sure your student wears socks, tennis shoes, active attire, and brings their water bottles with their name and teacher’s name and on it. In addition, please apply sunscreen before coming to school. We could still use some volunteers to help make this event amazing! Click here to sign up. (Must have School Access). school access link
Gentle Reminder – When planning on coming into the school, please remember to bring your driver’s license, as you will need it to sign in at the kiosk. Per District-wide policy, the keyboard has been removed.
AR Goal – This Friday is the last day for students to meet their AR goal! Come on Dolphins, you can do it!! Remember, AR tests can be taken at home.
Café News – See attached for the March menu https://schools.mealviewer.com/school/KetterlinusElementary . Gentle reminder that all students receive a free breakfast and lunch. There is a cost for snacks such as chips, rice krispy treats, etc. On Friday’s, ice cream is available for an additional cost. To put funds into your student’s account, click here https://paypams.com/.
Lost & Found – Our Lost and Found is overflowing. Please have your student stop by to see if any of the items belong to them. Items that are not picked up will be donated to a local charity. Click on the attached video to see items https://vimeo.com/915635221?share=copy .
KES Early Act Club – Gentle reminder that Early Act collects Pop Tabs all year for the Ronald McDonald House. So, save your metal tops and drop them into the container located in the front office.
Early Registration – Registration for the 2024-2025 school year began March 1 and is available on the SJCSD website for kindergarten – 12th grade students. Early registration is only for children new to the school district, including those entering kindergarten. For all currently enrolled students, please watch for an email from the district in early April called “Returning Student Verification” (RSV) to register your child. You must complete the RSV to be registered for next year. In addition, Employee and Hardship Out of Zone Transfer Request applications for the 2024-2025 school year are available after March 1 on the SJCSD website.
Safety Concern for Car Riders – Please have your students exit/enter the car from the RIGHT side of the vehicle. For the protection of the students and staff, we cannot have them walking into traffic to open doors. If you have an infant seat, please have students crawl under it to exit the vehicle OR please park and walk your student up to the school using the crosswalk. Thank you for your help in this matter.
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
2/28 Early Release
3/1 Spirit Day – Wear Your KES Shirt
Planning Ahead
3/5 PTO Meeting – 7:50 a.m.
3/8 Field Day – See below
3/11-3/15 Spring Break
3/18 Teacher Planning Day – Student Holiday
3/29 Good Friday – No School
Important Information
KES Yearbook – Price is $30.00 until sold out. Please place your order on the Leonards’ website at www.buytheyearbook.com and use code 717111 to find Ketterlinus, then follow the prompts.
Readers are Leaders at KES – Encourage your student to read every night for 20 minutes and to meet their AR Goal for the 3rd Quarter! Deadline is March 8. Click here to find out more about AR. AR video
Field Day is coming Friday, March 8! This is a fun-filled, springtime event which gives kids the chance to celebrate the school year, show some class pride and spend a day being active. We need many volunteers to help make Field Day a success for our Dolphins! Would you consider joining in on the fun? Please keep in mind that all Volunteers must be approved through School Access. If you would like to volunteer, click here to see grade level schedule and to sign up for a time slot. If you have any questions, please contact Donna Ott at 904-547-8540 or [email protected] . If you haven’t already applied for School Access, click here to begin the process. school access link signup genius field day 2024
Café News – See attached for the March menu https://schools.mealviewer.com/school/KetterlinusElementary . Gentle reminder that all students receive a free breakfast and lunch. There is a cost for snacks such as chips, rice krispy treats, etc. On Friday’s, ice cream is available for an additional cost. To put funds into your student’s account, click here https://paypams.com/. March lunch elementary
Lost & Found – Our Lost and Found is overflowing, please have your student stop by to see if any of the items belong to them. Items that are not picked up will be donated to a local charity. Click on attached video to see items https://vimeo.com/915635221?share=copy .
Early Registration – Registration for the 2024-2025 school year will begin March 1 on the SJCSD website for kindergarten – 12th grade students. Early registration is only for children new to the school district including those entering kindergarten. For all currently enrolled students, please watch for an email from the district in early April called “Returning Student Verification” (RSV) to register your child. You must complete the RSV to be registered for next year. In addition, Employee and Hardship Out of Zone Transfer Request applications for the 2024-2025 school year will become available March 1 on the SJCSD website.
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
2/19 Presidents Day – Student/Teacher Holiday
2/20 SAC Meeting – 7:45 a.m.
2/21 Early Release
2/23 Spirit Day – Wear Your KES Shirt
2/24 KES Spirit Day at Anastasia Mini Golf – (see below)
Planning Ahead
3/5 PTO Meeting – 7:50 a.m.
3/8 Field Day
3/11-3/15 Spring Break
3/18 Teacher Planning Day – Student Holiday
3/29 Good Friday – No School
Important Information
Early Registration – Registration for the 2024-2025 school year will begin March 1 on the SJCSD website for kindergarten – 12th grade students. Early registration is only for children new to the school district including those entering kindergarten. For all currently enrolled students, please watch for an email from the district in early April called “Returning Student Verification” (RSV) to register your child. You must complete the RSV to be registered for next year. In addition, Employee and Hardship Out of Zone Transfer Request applications for the 2024-2025 school year will become available March 1 on the SJCSD website.
KES Spirit Day – KES Spirit Day at Anastasia Mini Golf (701 Anastasia Blvd.) is THIS Saturday, February 24, from 10:00am – 2:00pm. Be sure to mention that you are with KES and 50% of the proceeds will benefit KES! It will be a great time!
Safety Concern for Car Riders – Please have your students exit/enter the car from the RIGHT side of the vehicle. For the protection of the students and staff, we cannot have them walking into traffic to open doors. If you have an infant seat, please have students crawl under it to exit the vehicle OR please park and walk your student up to the school using the crosswalk. Thank you for your help in this matter.
Digital Tech Club – KES has a great after-school club available for K-2 grades! Tech Club will meet on Mondays from 3:00-4:00 p.m. There is no cost for this club, but space is limited, so sign up now! Registration forms can be picked up in the front office. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Sturm at [email protected]
Gentle Reminder – Early Check-out Policy – If you need to check your student out early, please know that we do not permit early checkout after 2:15 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, and after 1:15 p.m. on Wednesday. We are preparing to dismiss our students, and teachers are finishing academic instruction for the day. Thank you for understanding!
School Access – Our students’ safety is our number one priority at KES, therefore anyone who enters past the front office MUST scan their Driver’s License and have an approved School Access form. This includes lunch with your student, chaperoning, volunteering, and teacher meetings. The application process can take up to 4-6 weeks. To apply, go to https://stjohns.keepntrack.com/apply/ School Access lasts for 3 years, and it is the responsibility of the applicant to contact Volunteer Services or Donna Ott to renew the form. Please do not reapply, as this creates duplicate forms. If you have any questions, please contact Donna Ott at [email protected].
Field Day is coming Friday, March 8! This is a fun-filled, springtime event which gives kids the chance to celebrate the school year, show some class pride and spend a day being active. We need many volunteers to help make Field Day a success for our Dolphins! Would you consider joining in on the fun? Please keep in mind that all Volunteers must be approved through School Access. If you would like to volunteer, click here to see grade level schedule and to sign up for a time slot. If you have any questions, please contact Donna Ott at 904-547-8540 or [email protected] . If you haven’t already applied for School Access, click here to begin the process.
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
2/12 Channel the Flannel – Wear your favorite flannel!
2/14 Early Release
2/14 Valentine’s Day – See below.
2/16 Spirit Day – Wear Your KES Shirt
Planning Ahead
2/19 Presidents Day – Student/Teacher Holiday
2/20 SAC Meeting – 7:45 a.m.
2/24 KES Spirit Day at Anastasia Mini Golf – (see below)
Important Information
PTO News – Wow, Dolphins…The KES Fun Run was INCREDIBLE! The music and the bubbles were blasting, and the kids did an amazing job getting in those laps! We are blown away by the support and generosity of our KES families, friends, and community, that helped make it a memorable day for our students. Thanks to your donations, we have brought in over $29,000!!! We are ALMOST to our goal of $30,000 and there is still time to donate!! But now is the time…Fundraising ends this Wednesday, February 14. Proceeds will fund student enrichment, technology, and classroom supplies at KES. A HUGE thank you to those that have already donated!! https://app.99pledges.com/fund/2024kesfunrun
Valentine’s Day: We love to celebrate Valentine’s at KES and we ask that you to please follow the guidelines below so that everyone is included:
- Food/candy items must be pre-packaged, store bought, and meet classroom allergy needs.
- If giving out Valentine cards/treats, please include all students in the classroom.
KES Spirit Day – Save the date and come out and join us for the KES Spirit Day at Anastasia Mini Golf (701 Anastasia Blvd.) on Saturday, February 24, from 10:00am – 2:00pm. Be sure to mention that you are with KES and 50% of the proceeds will benefit KES! It will be a great time!
Digital Tech Club – KES has a great after-school club available for K-2 grades! Tech Club will meet on Mondays from 3:00-4:00 p.m. There is no cost for this club, but space is limited, so sign up now! Registration forms can be picked up in the front office. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Sturm at [email protected]
KES Yearbook – You have 2 days to order before the price goes up! Deadline is February 14! After February 14, the price will go up $30.00 until sold out. This year, orders will be placed ONLINE ONLY. Please place your order on the Leonards’ website at www.buytheyearbook.com and use code 717111 to find Ketterlinus, then follow the prompts.
Lost & Found – We have a lot of jackets, sweaters and other items piling up in the Lost & Found. We will be donating the clothing soon, so please have your student check to see if any items belong to them.
Homework Help – Are your students struggling with homework? Well then, we have just the thing! Remember that public library card we encouraged students to sign up for? They can use that library card to access FREE live tutoring from 2pm – 11pm daily! And it’s free! Click on the attached to learn more about Brainfuse How-To.mp4
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
2/6 PTO Meeting – 7:50 a.m.
2/6 Interims Issued
2/7 Early Release
2/7 Fun Run
2/9 Spirit Day – Wear Your KES Shirt
Planning Ahead
2/19 Presidents Day – Student/Teacher Holiday
2/20 SAC Meeting – 7:45 a.m.
2/24 KES Spirit Day at Anastasia Mini Golf – (see below)
Important Information
Fun Run – The Fun Run is just a couple of days away! Students should remember to bring their water bottle and wear comfortable clothes and shoes for running on Wednesday! And WOW…. the donations are coming in! A big THANK YOU to the KES friends and families that have donated so far! There are still a few days left to register your students and help us meet our fundraising goal! You can register your student or make a donation at the following link: https://app.99pledges.com/fund/2024kesfunrun
As a reminder, the Fun Run is not open to spectators, but if you would like to volunteer on the day of the run and help cheer for our Dolphins, there are still open spots available! Students are running by grade level. See schedule blow. Click the link below to sign up. (volunteers must have a School Access form on file): https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/20F0D4DAFA722A3FA7-kesfun2
FUN RUN Schedule for Wednesday, Feb. 7th.
8:45am – 9:30am – Grades 1st and 2nd
9:30 – 10:15 am – Grades VPK & Kindergarten
10:30 – 11:15am – Grades 3rd and 4th
11:20 – Noon – Grade 5
KES Spirit Day – Save the date and come out and join us for the KES Spirit Day at Anastasia Mini Golf (701 Anastasia Blvd.) on Saturday, February 24, from 10:00am – 2:00pm. Be sure to mention that you are with KES and 50% of the proceeds will benefit KES! It is sure to be a great time!
KES Yearbook – Get the discounted rate of $25.00 by ordering before February 14! After February 14, the price will go up $30.00 until sold out. This year, orders will be placed ONLINE ONLY. Please place your order on the Leonards’ website at www.buytheyearbook.com and use code 717111 to find Ketterlinus, then follow the prompts.
AR Goal – Readers are Leaders at KES! We are in the 3rd quarter and can’t wait to see our Dolphins reach their Accelerated Reader (AR) goal. Encourage your student to join the fun by reading every night. Don’t forget AR tests can be taken at home. Not sure what the AR program is? AR video Click here to learn more.
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
Last week was fantastic as we celebrated Literacy Week! Thank you to all who participated and helped to instill the love of reading in our students!
1/31 Early Release
2/2 Spirit Day – Wear Your KES Shirt
Planning Ahead
2/6 PTO Meeting – 7:50 a.m.
2/6 Interims Issued
2/7 Fun Run – See below.
2/19 Presidents Day – Student/Teacher Holiday
Important Information
PTO News – We are getting excited for the 2024 KES Fun Run on February 7! Fundraising kicked off this week and the response has been amazing! A HUGE thank you to the friends and families that have already donated! There is still plenty of time to register your student so they can gather sponsors and help raise money for the school. Proceeds will be used for student enrichment, technology and classroom supplies here at KES. Visit the link to get started: 2024 KES Fun Run (99pledges.com)
Volunteer Opportunity – If you would like to volunteer on the day of the run and help cheer for our Dolphins, there are still open spots available. (Gentle reminder, the Fun Run is not open to spectators and volunteers must be approved through School Access). Students are running by grade level. You can find the Fun Run schedule and volunteer opportunities by clicking on the link. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D4DAFA722A3FA7-kesfun2
Readers are Leaders at KES – Encourage your student to read every night for 20 minutes and to meet their AR Goal for the 3rd Quarter! Deadline is March 8. Click here to find out more about AR. AR video
Yearbook – Order your KES yearbook before the price increases! After February 14, the price goes up to $30.00 until sold out. To place your order, go to the Leonards’ website at www.buytheyearbook.com and use code 717111 to find Ketterlinus, then follow the prompts.
Café News – See attached for the February menu. Gentle reminder that all students receive a free breakfast and lunch. There is a cost for snacks such as chips, rice krispy treats, etc. On Friday’s, ice cream is available for an additional cost. To put funds into your student’s account, click here https://paypams.com/. February elementary menu
KES Early Act Club – Gentle reminder that this club collects Pop Tabs all year for the Ronald McDonald House. So, save your metal tops and drop them into the container located in the front office.
CHARACTER COUNTS! St. Johns County Six Pillars 6K/3K Run/Walk – February 3, 2024, 9:00am. at Palencia Elementary School. Click on the link for more information CHARACTER COUNTS! in St. Johns County Six Pillars 6K/3K Run/Walk (runsignup.com) .
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
1/22-1/26 Literacy Week – see below
1/23 SAC Meeting – 7:45 a.m.
1/23 100 Days of School
1/24 Early Release
1/26 Spirit Day – Wear Your KES Shirt
Planning Ahead
2/7 Fun Run
2/19 Presidents Day – Student/Teacher Holiday
2/24 Spirit Day – Mini Golf 10am-2pm
Important Information
Literacy Week – We are so excited about this week, January 22-26!! It is a fun-filled week designed to bring awareness to reading and encourage students to make reading a part of their everyday routine. See attached for all the great fun! Please note that the Literacy Night Café on Thursday is now closed and will not be able to take any more reservations or walk-ins, but we look forward to all the fun that will be had during the week. KES- Literacy Week 2024 (2)
Monday 1/22 – Wear your favorite hat
Tuesday 1/23 – Wear your funky socksWednesday 1/24 – Wear your words
Thursday 1/25 – Wear polka dots
Friday 1/26 – Wear your KES shirt
PTO News – Fundraising for the KES Fun Run kicks off on Monday, January 22! Look for a packet to come home with your student soon with information on the event and how to register and donate. This is a great way to help the school while promoting wellness, fitness and fun. Proceeds will be used to support student enrichment and to purchase classroom supplies and technology at KES!
Gentle Reminder – Our students attend Field Studies throughout the year, and it is such a fun and exciting experience for them. We ask that you please refrain from showing up at the designated Field Study event if you have not been selected to chaperone. This includes all our local destinations, such as Swing Park, The Fort, etc. Thank you for your understanding and support in this matter.
5th Grade Parents – Please see information below from both Sebastian Middle School & Murray Middle School for your rising 6th grader:
R.J. Murray Middle School – All rising 6th grade students are eligible to apply for admission to the award-winning “St. Johns County Center for the Arts” (SJCCA) at R.J. Murray Middle School on January 27. See attached for more information. SJCCA Audition Schedule 2024 SJCCA Trifold
Sebastian Middle School’s Annual Rising 6th Grade Steam Night is on January 23rd, from 5:30 – 7:00pm. You can meet elective and core teachers, join PTO, engage in STEM and Arts Activities, tour the school, and see student work samples! PTO will be providing hot dogs and chips for everyone who attends for free. Join us for a dinner, learning and fun!! See attached. 
School Access – Our students’ safety is our number one priority at KES, therefore anyone who enters past the front office MUST scan their driver’s license and have an approved School Access form. This includes lunch with your student, chaperoning, volunteering, and teacher meetings. The application process can take up to 4-6 weeks. To apply, go to https://stjohns.keepntrack.com/apply/ School Access lasts for 3 years, and it is the responsibility of the applicant to contact Volunteer Services or Donna Ott to renew the form. Please do not reapply, as this creates duplicate forms. If you have any questions, please contact Donna Ott at [email protected].
It’s a great time to order your KES Yearbook! Early Bird Special is $25.00 until February 14. After that the price goes up to $30.00 until sold out. This year, orders will be placed ONLINE ONLY. Please place your order on the Leonards’ website at www.buytheyearbook.com and use code 717111 to find Ketterlinus, then follow the prompts.
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
1/15 MLK Day – Student/Teacher Holiday
1/17 Early Release
1/19 Spirit Day – Wear Your KES Shirt
1/19 Report Cards Issued
Planning Ahead
1/23 SAC Meeting 7:45 a.m.
1/25 KES Literacy Night Book Café
Important Information
Congratulations to our 5th grade students who achieved highest honors in the WordMasters Challenge! Our 5th grade team placed 10th in the Nation! Way to go! We are so proud of you! Keep up the great work!
KES Family Literacy Night Book Café, coming Thursday, January 25, 2024, from 5:00-7:00 pm. Make your reservation now! Your reservation includes a book inspired menu to order food, books to read at your table, and a craft activity while you wait. This is a free event to promote literacy! Click here for more details. Space is limited, so make your family reservation now by clicking here. Book Cafe Flyer (2) updated
Gentle Reminder – If your student has any communication devices with wireless capabilities and/or videotaping capabilities such as cell phones, watches, etc., they must be turned off and placed in their backpack while on the bus or in school. Thank you!
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Essay & Poster Contest 2023-2024 – The theme is: “America: Be True to What You Said on Paper.” The MLK Poster contest is for grades K-5. The MLK Essay contest is for grades 4 & 5. Essays and Posters are due to Mrs. Edwards by the end of the day on Thursday, January 18. Please see attached for contest rules. MLK poster and essay contest 2324
5th Grade Parents – Please see information below from both Sebastian Middle School & Murray Middle School for your rising 6th grader: 
R.J. Murray Middle School – All rising 6th grade students are eligible to apply for admission to the award-winning “St. Johns County Center for the Arts” (SJCCA) at R.J. Murray Middle School on January 27. See attached for more information.
Sebastian Middle School’s Annual Rising 6th Grade Steam Night is on January 23rd, from 5:30 – 7:00pm. You can meet elective and core teachers, join PTO, engage in STEM and Arts Activities, tour the school, and see student work samples! PTO will be providing hot dogs and chips for everyone who attends for free. Join us for a dinner, learning and fun!! See attached. SJCCA Trifold SJCCA Audition Schedule 2024
Yearbook – Order your KES yearbook before the price increases! After February 14, the price goes up to $30.00 until sold out. To place your order, go to the Leonards’ website at www.buytheyearbook.com and use code 717111 to find Ketterlinus, then follow the prompts.
Readers are Leaders at KES – Encourage your student to read every night for 20 minutes and to meet their AR Goal for the 3rd Quarter! Deadline is March 8. Click here to find out more about AR. AR video
Gentle Reminder – Check-out Policy – If you need to check your student out early, please know that we do not permit early checkout after 2:15 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, and after 1:15 p.m. on Wednesday. We are preparing to dismiss our students, and teachers are finishing academic instruction for the day. Thank you for understanding!
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
We hope you had a wonderful Winter Break! We can’t wait to see all our students again and get back to LEARNING at KES.
1/8 Classes Resume
1/9 PTO Meeting 7:50 a.m.
1/10 Wear Your Words
1/10 Early Release
1/12 Spirit Day – Wear Your KES Shirt
Planning Ahead
1/15 MLK Day – Teacher/Student Holiday
1/19 Report Cards Issued
1/19 100 Days of School
1/25 KES Literacy Night Book Café
Important Information
Gentle Reminder – We know it’s such a fun time of the year for our students as this season brings new toys, gadgets etc… but please have your student keep their new toys at home. Thank you for your support and help with this matter.
Save the Date – KES Literacy Night Book Café is coming on Thursday, January 25, 2024! Be on the lookout for more information about this exciting night!!
5th Grade Parents – All rising 6th grade students are eligible to apply for admission to the award-winning “St. Johns County Center for the Arts” (SJCCA) at R.J. Murray Middle School on January 27. Click here for more information. 24-25 SJCCA School Messenger SJCCA Audition Schedule 2024 SJCCA Trifold
Winter Freckle Challenge – Encourage your student to finish strong on the Winter Freckle Challenge! Students who complete the challenge will receive a free ice cream from the cafeteria. Challenge Cards are due January 10th. To participate, please have your child log in to Freckle and complete the assignments from their teacher that say WINTER CHALLENGE. For more information and directions, please watch the video link.
Café News – See attached for the January menu. Gentle reminder that all students receive a free breakfast and lunch. There is a cost for snacks such as chips, Rice Krispy treats, etc. On Friday’s, ice cream is also available for an additional cost. To put funds into your student’s account, click here https://paypams.com/. January elementary menu
KES Yearbook – Order your 2023/24 yearbook and save! Early Bird Special is $25.00 until February 14. After that the price goes up to $30.00 until sold out. This year, orders will be placed ONLINE ONLY. Please place your order on the Leonards’ website at www.buytheyearbook.com and use code 717111 to find Ketterlinus, then follow the prompts.
Attention 5th Grade Parents – Dedication Ads for the yearbook are available! There is limited space. Spaces will be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis through February 9, 2024, at 3:30 p.m. If you have any questions, please contact Lindsay Robertson at [email protected].
Happy New Year KES Families & Friends!!
Dates to Remember:
1/4 Teacher Planning Day/Student Holiday
1/5 Teacher Inservice Day/Student Holiday
1/8 Classes Resume
1/9 PTO Meeting – 7:50 a.m.
1/10 Wear Your Words
1/15 MLK Day – Teacher/Student Holiday
It’s a great time to order your KES Yearbook! Early Bird Special is $25.00 until February 14. After that the price goes up to $30.00 until sold out. This year, orders will be placed ONLINE ONLY. Please place your order on the Leonards’ website at www.buytheyearbook.com and use code 717111 to find Ketterlinus, then follow the prompts.
Attention 5th Grade Parents – Dedication Ads for the yearbook are available! There is limited space. Spaces will be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis through February 9, 2024, at 3:30 p.m. If you have any questions, please contact Lindsay Robertson at [email protected].
Winter Freckle Challenge – It’s time for the Winter Freckle Challenge (grades K- 5). Encourage your student to participate in this fun learning tool over the Winter Break! Students who complete the challenge will receive a free ice cream from the cafeteria. Challenge Cards are due January 10th. To participate, please have your child log in to Freckle and complete the assignments from their teacher that say WINTER CHALLENGE. For more information and directions, please watch the video link. 
Freckle Winter Challenge Video Directions.mp4
Enjoy the rest of your Winter Break!
We can’t wait to get back to learning at KES.
KES Families & Friends –
The KES Staff would like to wish you all a wonderful Holiday Break! May you have a restful, peaceful time with family and friends.
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
12/19 SAC Meeting – 7:45 a.m.
12/20 Early Release – 1:45 p.m.
12/21 Early Release – 1:45 p.m. for Winter Break
12/22-1/3 Winter Break
1/4 Teacher Planning Day – Student Holiday
1/5 Teacher Inservice Day – Student Holiday
1/8 Classes Resume
Important Information
Let’s have some Holiday fun!
Monday 12/18 Reindeer Ears/Hat
Tuesday 12/19 Ugly Sweater Contest
Wednesday 12/20 Holiday PJ’s & Polar Express
Thursday 12/21 Santa Hat or Holiday Hat
Please note we will have Early Release this Thursday, December 21, for the Winter Break.
Lost & Found – We have a lot of jackets, sweaters and other items piling up in the Lost & Found. We will donate the items after December 21. Please have your student check to see if any items belong to them.
Winter Freckle Challenge – It’s time for the Winter Freckle Challenge (grades K- 5). Encourage your student to participate in this fun learning tool over the Winter Break! Students who complete the challenge will receive a free ice cream from the cafeteria. Challenge Cards are due January 10th. To participate, please have your child log in to Freckle and complete the assignments from their teacher that say WINTER CHALLENGE. For more information and directions, please watch the video link. Freckle Winter Challenge Video Directions.mp4
Gentle Reminder – Our students attend Field Studies throughout the year, and it is such a fun and exciting experience for them. We ask that you please refrain from showing up at the designated Field Study event if you have not been selected to chaperone. This includes all our local destinations, such as Swing Park, The Fort, etc. Thank you for your understanding and support in this matter.
Happy Holidays from KES Staff. May you have a wonderful, relaxing winter break!
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
12/13 Early Release
12/15 Spirit Day – Wear Your KES Shirt
Planning Ahead
12/19 SAC Meeting 7:45 a.m.
12/21 Early Release 1:45 p.m. for Winter Break
12/22-1/3 Winter Break
1/4 & 1/5 Teacher Planning Day – Student Holiday
Important Information
Let’s have some Holiday fun NEXT WEEK!
Monday 12/18 Reindeer Ears/Hat
Tuesday 12/19 Ugly Sweater Contest
Wednesday 12/20 Holiday PJ’s & Polar Express
Thursday 12/21 Santa Hat or Holiday Hat
FAST Testing – FAST Progress Monitoring Assessment (PM 2) will be administered at Ketterlinus during the next two weeks. Please help your student prepare well by getting plenty of rest and eating a good, nutritious breakfast!
Grade 2 12/11 & 12/12
Grade 3 12/11
Grade 4 12/14
Grade 5 12/12
Lost & Found – We have a lot of jackets, sweaters and other items piling up in the Lost & Found. We will be donating the clothing soon, so please have your student check to see if any items belong to them.
Readers are Leaders at KES – Encourage your student to read every night for 20 minutes and to meet their AR Goal for the 2nd Quarter! Deadline is December 21. Click here to find out more about AR.
Early Act Club – We want to say thank you to all who donated to the Holiday Toy Drive!! Our KES family is the best! Your generous hearts never cease to amaze us!
Homework Help – Are your students struggling with homework? Well then, we have just the thing! Remember that public library card we encouraged students to sign up for? They can use that library card to access FREE live tutoring from 2pm – 11pm daily! And it’s free! Click here to learn more Brainfuse How-To.mp4.
KES Yearbook – It’s time to order your 2023/24 yearbook and save! Early Bird Special is $25.00. This year, orders will be placed ONLINE ONLY. Please place your order on the Leonards’ website at www.buytheyearbook.com and use code 717111 to find Ketterlinus, then follow the prompts.
Attention 5th Grade Parents – Dedication Ads for the yearbook are available! There is limited space. Spaces will be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis through February 9, 2024, at 3:30 p.m. If you have any questions, please contact Lindsay Robertson at [email protected].
Gentle Reminder – If your student has any communication devices with wireless capabilities and/or videotaping capabilities such as cell phones and watches, etc., they must be turned off and placed in their backpack while on the bus or in school. Thank you for your support with this matter.
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
12/5 PTO Meeting 7:50 a.m.
12/6 Wear Your Words
12/6 Early Release
12/8 Spirit Day – Wear Your KES Shirt
Planning Ahead
12/19 SAC Meeting 7:45 a.m.
12/22-1/3 Winter Break
1/4 Teacher Planning Day – Student Holiday
1/5 Teacher Inservice Day – Student Holiday
Important Information
FAST Testing – FAST Progress Monitoring Assessment (PM 2) will be administered at Ketterlinus during the next two weeks. Please help your student prepare well by getting plenty of rest and eating a good, nutritious breakfast!
Kindergarten 12/4 & 12/5
Grade 1 12/7 & 12/8
Grade 2 12/11 & 12/12
Grade 3 12/4 & 12/11
Grade 4 12/7 & 12/14
Grade 5 12/5 & 12/12
Readers are Leaders at KES – Encourage your student to read every night for 20 minutes and to meet their AR Goal for the 2nd Quarter! Deadline is December 21. Click here to find out more about AR. AR video
Car Tags – It is important that parents have their car tags displayed when parking in the Ketterlinus parking lot. With the increase in tourists, parking will become an issue. To prevent your car from being towed, please have your car tag displayed. Need another car tag? You may purchase one from the front office for $2.00 (cash only).
Early Act Club will collect new, unwrapped toys for our Holiday Toy Drive through December 8. If you are able, please help spread some joy into the lives of those who are less fortunate. Please send donations to Mrs. Hilbert’s room, #132 A.
Café News – See attached for the December menu. Gentle reminder that all students receive a free breakfast and lunch. There is a cost for snacks such as chips, rice krispy treats, etc. On Friday’s, ice cream is available for an additional cost. To put funds into your student’s account, click here https://paypams.com/. December menu
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
The KES staff hopes your family had a wonderful, restful Thanksgiving Break and we can’t wait to get back to learning at KES!!
11/28 SAC Meeting – 7:45 a.m.
11/29 Early Release
Planning Ahead
12/21 Early Release for Winter Break – 1:45 p.m.
12/22-1/3 Winter Break
1/4 Teacher Planning Day – Student Holiday
1/5 Teacher Inservice Day – Student Holiday
Important Information
Car Tags – It is important that parents have their car tags displayed when parking in the Ketterlinus parking lot. With the increase in tourists, parking will become an issue. To prevent your car from being towed, please have your car tag displayed. Need another car tag? You may purchase one from the front office for $2.00 (cash only).
Readers are Leaders at KES – Encourage your student to read every night for 20 minutes and to meet their AR Goal for the 2nd Quarter! Deadline is December 21. Click here to find out more about AR. AR video
Lost & Found – Please have your student check the Lost & Found to see if any of the items belong to them. Items that are not picked up will be donated to a local charity.
Support KES – Don’t forget about the Winn Dixie Community Bag Program! This is the last week to support KES through this great opportunity. KES will receive $1.00 from every $2.99 reusable bag sold at the following location only: 3551 North Ponce De Leon Blvd. St. Augustine, Florida.
Café News – See attached for the December menu. Gentle reminder that all students receive a free breakfast and lunch. There is a cost for snacks such as chips, rice krispy treats, etc. On Friday’s, ice cream is available for an additional cost. To put funds into your student’s account, click here https://paypams.com/. December menu
Drama Kids International – This after-school program will meet on Mondays from 3:00-4:00p.m. beginning November 27, and is open to Kinder, 1st and 2nd grade students. Drama Kids International is an exciting mix of theatre games, improvisation, scripted work and more, in a safe and inclusive environment. Cost is $80.00 a month. See attached for more information and to register. If you have any questions, please contact Alexis Curry at [email protected] . Drama Kids International
KES PTO News – This is the last week to drop your “hello” or “thank you” cards for the KES staff. The Dolphin Mailbox is in the hallway by the front staircase.
Library (Lagoon) News – 4 more days left for Nonfiction November! It’s not too late to encourage your student to read an informational nonfiction book (the entire book), pick up an entry form located in the Lagoon, fill it out and return to the Lagoon. The class with the most nonfiction books read by the end of November will win pizza! Click on the link for a detailed video. https://vimeo.com/880982838?share=copy .
Early Act Club will be collecting new, unwrapped toys for our Holiday Toy Drive, beginning November 27 through December 9. If you are able, please help spread some joy into the lives of those who are less fortunate. Please send donations to Mrs. Hilbert’s room, #132 A.
KES Yearbook – It’s time to order your 2023/24 yearbook and save! Early Bird Special is $25.00. This year, orders will be placed ONLINE ONLY. Please place your order on the Leonards’ website at www.buytheyearbook.com and use code 717111 to find Ketterlinus, then follow the prompts.
Attention 5th Grade Parents – Dedication Ads for the yearbook are available! There is limited space. Spaces will be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis through February 9, 2024, at 3:30 p.m. If you have any questions, please contact Lindsay Robertson at [email protected].
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
We hope you and your families have a wonderful Thanksgiving break! Enjoy time with your family and friends.
11/22-11/24 Thanksgiving Break
11/27 Classes Resume
11/28 SAC Meeting – 7:45 a.m.
Important Information
Parents – We are increasingly getting Door Dash, or other delivery food orders being delivered to school for students. We strongly discourage this, as we cannot be responsible for ensuring delivery to the student on time, or without disrupting the class. In addition, it takes needed staff support and supervision away from children. We are asking that you do not utilize this service for your child. Our cafeteria provides free breakfast and lunches to all students. Additional snacks and bottled water can be purchased with additional funds that can be sent in or added on-line through PayPams. If you have to send something in an emergency, please let your child know in the morning to check the “lunch box” table in the cafeteria. We will leave orders there instead of calling individual rooms. It will be up to your child to pick up their order. Any food/drink orders not picked up will be discarded by the end of lunch.
Early Act Club will be collecting new, unwrapped toys for our Holiday Toy Drive, beginning November 27 through December 7. If you are able, please help spread some joy into the lives of those who are less fortunate. Please send donations to Mrs. Hilbert’s room, #132 A.
Support KES – As you do your Thanksgiving shopping…don’t forget that Ketterlinus has been selected to benefit from the Winn Dixie Community Bag Program during the month of November 2023. KES will receive $1.00 from every $2.99 reusable bag sold at the following location only: 3551 North Ponce De Leon Blvd. St. Augustine, Florida.
Drama Kids International – This after-school program will meet on Mondays from 3:00-4:00p.m. beginning November 27, and is open to Kinder, 1st and 2nd grade students. Drama Kids International is an exciting mix of theatre games, improvisation, scripted work and more, in a safe and inclusive environment. Cost is $80.00 a month. See attached for more information and to register. If you have any questions, please contact Alexis Curry at [email protected] . Drama Kids International
KES PTO News – The Dolphin Mail project is continuing through the month of November. If your student would like to send a quick “hello” or “thank you” to a KES teacher or staff member, have them complete the postcard and drop into the Dolphin Mailbox located in the hallway by the front staircase.
Library (Lagoon) News – Nonfiction November is continuing through the month of November! Encourage your student to read an informational nonfiction book (the entire book), pick up an entry form located in the Lagoon, fill it out and return to the Lagoon. The class with the most nonfiction books read by the end of November will win pizza! Click on the link for a detailed video. https://vimeo.com/880982838?share=copy .
Car Tags – It is important that parents have their car tags displayed when parking in the Ketterlinus parking lot. With the increase in tourists, parking will become an issue. To prevent your car from being towed, please have your car tag displayed. Need another car tag? You may purchase one from the front office for $2.00 (cash only).
English New Worlds Reading Program – Reading shapes who we are. Help your student read on grade level with Florida’s FREE at home delivery book program! See attached for more information. English New Worlds Reading Spanish New Worlds Reading
School Access – Our students’ safety is our number one priority at KES, therefore anyone who enters past the front office MUST scan their driver’s license and have an approved School Access form. This includes lunch with your student, chaperoning, volunteering, and teacher meetings. The application process can take up to 4-6 weeks. To apply, go to https://stjohns.keepntrack.com/apply/ School Access lasts for 3 years, and it is the responsibility of the applicant to contact Volunteer Services or Donna Ott to renew the form. Please do not reapply, as this creates duplicate forms. If you have any questions, please contact Donna Ott at [email protected].
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
11/15 Early Release
11/16 Interims Issued
11/17 Spirit Day – Wear Your KES Shirt
Planning Ahead
11/22-11/24 Thanksgiving Break
11/28 SAC Meeting – 7:45am
Important Information
Support KES – Ketterlinus has been selected to benefit from the Winn Dixie Community Bag Program during the month of November 2023. KES will receive $1.00 from every $2.99 reusable bag sold at the following location only: 3551 North Ponce De Leon Blvd. St. Augustine, Florida.
Library (Lagoon) News – It’s Nonfiction November! Encourage your student to read an informational nonfiction book (the entire book), pick up an entry form located in the Lagoon, fill it out and return to the Lagoon. The class with the most nonfiction books read by the end of November will win pizza! Click on the link for a detailed video. https://vimeo.com/880982838?share=copy .
KES PTO News – The Dolphin Mail project is continuing through the month of November. If your student would like to send a quick “hello” or “thank you” to a KES teacher or staff member, have them complete the postcard and drop into the Dolphin Mailbox located in the hallway by the front staircase.
Drama Kids International – This after-school program will meet on Mondays from 3:00-4:00p.m. beginning November 27, and is open to Kinder, 1st and 2nd grade students. Drama Kids International is an exciting mix of theatre games, improvisation, scripted work and more, in a safe and inclusive environment. Cost is $80.00 a month. See attached for more information and to register. If you have any questions, please contact Alexis Curry at [email protected] . Drama Kids International
KES Clinic – A BIG thank you to those who have sent in wipes. We appreciate it! We are still in need of gently used boy shorts (any size). Please send donations to the clinic located in the front office. If you have questions, please contact Nurse Lindsay at [email protected].
Early Act Club will be collecting new, unwrapped toys for our Holiday Toy Drive, beginning November 20 through December 8. If you are able, please help spread some joy into the lives of those who are less fortunate. Please send donations to Mrs. Hilbert’s room, #132.
Check-out Policy – If you need to check your student out early, please know that we do not permit early checkout after 2:15 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, and after 1:15 p.m. on Wednesday. We are preparing to dismiss our students, and teachers are finishing academic instruction for the day. Thank you for understanding!
Holiday & Tourist season is upon us. Please ensure your CAR TAG is displayed when doing school business. Cars may be towed.
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
11/7 PTO Meeting – 7:50am
11/8 Early Release – 1:45pm
11/10 Veterans Day – No School
Planning Ahead:
11/16 Interims Issued
11/22-11/24 Thanksgiving Break
Important Information
Fall Back Time Change is November 5. Don’t forget to set your clocks back one hour.
KES Early Act Club is continuing to collect Pop Tabs all year for the Ronald McDonald House. Save your metal tops and drop them into the container located in the front office.
Gentle Reminder – Please label all your child’s belongings such as water bottles, lunchboxes, backpacks, etc. This helps us to return items to your child when they are misplaced. In addition, please have your student check the Lost & Found to see if any of the items belong to them.
Volunteer Opportunity: November 13, 8:25-10:35am – We are looking for several volunteers to help Nurse Lindsay in assisting with the hearing, height, and weight for health screening. If you are interested in helping, please click here to sign up. Gentle reminder – to volunteer, you MUST have an approved School Access form on file. health screeners 2023
Our KES Clinic needs items to have available for students in time of need. Items needed are gently used boy shorts (any size) and wipes. Please send donations to the clinic located in the front office. If you have questions, please contact Nurse Lindsay at [email protected].
Support KES – Ketterlinus has been selected to benefit from the Winn Dixie Community Bag Program during the month of November 2023. KES will receive $1.00 from every $2.99 reusable bag sold at the following location only: 3551 North Ponce De Leon Blvd. St. Augustine, Florida.
KES PTO News – The Dolphin Mail project is back! Packets of blank postcards went home this week. Students can use them to send a quick “hello” or “thank you” to a KES teacher or staff member! Completed postcards can be dropped in the Dolphin Mailbox located in the hallway by the front staircase. They will be collected and delivered to staff throughout the month of November. Participation is optional but appreciated! Our next PTO meeting will be on Tuesday, November 7, at 7:50am in the media center. New members are always welcome! Just a reminder that attendees must be approved through School Access and sign in at the front office. Check out the October PTO Snapshot for the latest on what we’ve been up to. KES PTO SNAPSHOT OCTOBER 2023
Readers are Leaders at KES – Encourage your student to read every night for 20 minutes and to meet their AR Goal! Click here to find out more about AR. AR video
KES Yearbook – It’s time to order your 2023/24 yearbook and save! Early Bird Special is $25.00. This year we are taking ONLINE ORDERS ONLY. Please place your order on the Leonards’ website at www.buytheyearbook.com and use code 717111 to find Ketterlinus, then follow the prompts.
Attention 5th Grade Parents – Dedication Ads for the yearbook are available! There is limited space. Spaces will be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis through February 9, 2024, at 3:30 p.m. If you have any questions, please contact Lindsay Robertson at [email protected].
English New Worlds Reading Program – Reading shapes who we are. Help your student read on grade level with Florida’s FREE at home delivery book program!! See attached for more information. English New Worlds Reading Spanish New Worlds Reading
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
10/31 Costume Parade – 9:15am
11/1 Wear Your Words
11/3 Picture Retakes
Planning Ahead:
11/7 PTO Meeting – 7:50am
11/10 Veterans Day – No School
11/22-11/24 Thanksgiving Break
Important Information
Character Parade/Community Service Project – We are excited! The KES Character Parade is this Tuesday, October 31, at 9:15am. Please review the attached COSTUME GUIDELINES. For the community service project, please choose one of the following to donate: peanut butter (plastic jars only), jelly, cereal boxes, or macaroni & cheese. Please bring donations ON THE DAY OF THE PARADE. Donations will be given to St. Francis House. Please park in the school parking lot or in the Downtown Parking Garage – free of charge for this event only 8:30-10:30am. Please communicate with the attendant that you are here for the Ketterlinus Parade. On the morning of the parade, please go directly to the bus loop gate to sign in. costume guidelines- service project 2023
Square1 Art – Last call to purchase your child’s Square1 Art. All Orders must be submitted by this Tuesday, October 31. Your child’s artwork makes for wonderful gifts all while supporting KES and its students. To order online, go to Square 1 Art – Celebrating 20 years of memories and enter the (1) State, (2) School, (3) Artist’s First Name (optional), and Artist’s Last Name and click “search.”
Volunteer Opportunity: November 13, 8:25-10:35am – We are looking for several volunteers to help Nurse Lindsay in assisting with the hearing, height, and weight for health screening. If you are interested in helping, please click here to sign up. Gentle reminder – to volunteer, you MUST have an approved School Access form on file. health screeners 2023
Picture Retakes will be on Friday, November 3. Retake forms will be sent home with your student.
Fall Back Time Change is November 5. Don’t forget to set your clocks back one hour.
English New Worlds Reading Program – Reading shapes who we are. Help your student read on grade level with Florida’s FREE at home delivery book program!! See attached for more information. English New Worlds Reading
Our KES Clinic needs items to have available for students in time of need. Items needed at this time are gently used boy shorts (any size) and wipes. Please send donations to the clinic located in the front office. If you have questions, please feel free to contact Nurse Lindsay at [email protected].
Support KES – Ketterlinus has been selected to benefit from the Winn Dixie Community Bag Program during the month of November 2023. KES will receive $1.00 from every $2.99 reusable bag sold at the following location only: 3551 North Ponce De Leon Blvd. St. Augustine, Florida.
Café News – See attached for the November menu https://schools.mealviewer.com/school/KetterlinusElementary . Gentle reminder that all students receive a free breakfast and lunch. There is a cost for snacks such as chips, rice krispy treats, etc. On Friday’s, ice cream is available for an additional cost. To put funds into your student’s account, click here https://paypams.com/.
Principal Tucker will be presenting Title 1 Annual Meeting after the Costume Parade in the Dolphin Lab. Approximately 30 minutes.
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
11/24 Report Cards Issued
11/24 KES Spirit Night at Zaxby’s 5-8 p.m.
11/25 Early Release
11/27 Spirit Day – Wear Your KES Shirt
11/27 Boogie & Boo’s Dance Party 5-7 p.m.
Planning Ahead:
10/31 Costume Parade – 9:15am (Details below)
11/3 Picture Retakes
11/10 Veterans Day – No School
Important Information
Character Parade/Community Service Project – See attached for more information and COSTUME GUIDELINES. costume guidelines- service project 2023 One of KES favorite traditions! On Tuesday, October 31, at 9:15am, the students will parade through our bus loop dressed in their favorite character costume. Parents are welcome to come and watch, but MUST have an approved School Access form on file. (See below). For the community service project, please choose one of the following to donate: peanut butter (plastic jars only), jelly, cereal boxes, or macaroni & cheese. Please bring donations ON THE DAY OF THE PARADE. Donations will be given to St. Francis House.
Are you wanting to attend the Character Parade? We would love for you to come and watch! Please note that all visitors MUST have an approved School Access form on file. If you do not have School Access please contact Donna Ott at [email protected] by this Friday, October 27. We will not be able to assist you with this on the morning of the event. Please park in the school parking lot or in the Downtown Parking Garage – free of charge for this event only 8:30-10:30am. Please communicate with the attendant that you are here for the Ketterlinus Parade. On the morning of the parade, please go directly to the bus loop gate to sign in.
KES Spirit Night at Zaxby’s – Mark your calendars for KES Spirit Night at Zaxby’s, located at 1107 N. Ponce De Leon Blvd., this Tuesday, October 24 from 5-8 pm!
Square1 Art – The deadline of Square1 Art is approaching! Order your child’s artwork as custom keepsakes now! Their artwork makes for wonderful gifts for family and friends, all while supporting KES and its students. To order online, go to https://shop.square1art.com/Shop/artwork/Search and enter the (1) State, (2) School, (3) Artist’s First Name (optional), and Artist’s Last Name and click “search.”
Boogie & Boo’s Dance Party – KES Drama Club is hosting this fun event that will be held this Friday, October 27, from 5-7pm. This is a family event and parents must supervise their own children. Space is limited and will be on a first come, first serve basis. Flyers were sent home with your student. Please fill out flyer and return to the front office by Wednesday, October 25. See attached for more details. Boogie & Boos.jpg
Poke a Pumpkin – We are celebrating reading in the Library with “Poke a Pumpkin”. Have your student choose any book and complete a Trick or Treat Book Review (pick up from the library). See attached to find out what happens next…
Picture Retakes – will be on Friday, November 3. Retake forms will be sent home with your student.
New Worlds Scholarship Accounts – See attached NEW WORLDS SCHOLARSHIP ACCOUNTS 2023-24 for details.
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
We are excited about celebrating KINDNESS WEEK at KES! Red Ribbon/Character Counts!/Drug Awareness and Bully Prevention.
Tuesday (17th): Red Ribbon Day (wear red)
Wednesday (18th): UNITY Day (wear orange)
Thursday (19th): Include Someone Day (wear tie dye)
Friday (20th): Pledge Day (wear your KES shirt)
10/16 Teacher Planning Day/Student Holiday
10/17 SAC Meeting – 7:45am
Planning Ahead:
10/24 Report Cards Issued
10/24 KES Spirit Night at Zaxby’s – 5-8pm
10/31 Costume Parade – 9:15am
11/3 Picture Retakes
11/10 Veterans Day – No School
Important Information
Square1 Art – The Square1 Art fundraiser is now open! Please look in your child’s folder for further information, but you do not need to wait to order! Your child’s artwork is available to purchase as amazing keepsakes and make for wonderful holiday gifts for family and friends! To order online, go to https://shop.square1art.com/Shop/artwork/Search and enter the (1) State, (2) School, (3) Artist’s First Name (optional), and Artist’s Last Name and click “search.”
Don’t forget this Saturday is the Grand Opening of Dunkin’ at 40 Epic Blvd! 11am-1pm. Free Dunkin’ DIY Donut Decorating Kits and much more. Be sure to mention you are from KES and your teacher’s name. The class with the most students who attends wins a Donut Party!! Click here for flyer. Dunkin flyer
Café News – From time to time, KES may be out of flavored milk (chocolate) due to a nation-wide shortage. Please communicate this information to your student so they will understand the reason when chocolate milk is not available. A reminder that breakfast and lunches are free, but snacks such as ice cream, chips etc. are an additional cost. Click here to add funds to your student’s account. https://paypams.com/.
New Worlds Scholarship Accounts – Click here details. NEW WORLDS SCHOLARSHIP ACCOUNTS 2023-24
Boogie & Boo’s Dance Party – KES Drama Club is hosting this fun event that will be held on Friday, October 27, from 5-7pm. Space is limited and will be on a first come, first serve basis. Be on the lookout for flyers being sent home this Tuesday. Please fill out flyer and return to the front office by October 20th. See attached to find out more details. 
Poke a Pumpkin – We are celebrating reading in the Library with “Poke a Pumpkin”. Have your student choose any book and complete a Trick or Treat Book Review (pick up from the library). See attached to find out what happens next…
Gentle Reminder – If your student has any communication devices with wireless capabilities and/or videotaping capabilities such as cell phones and watches, etc., they must be turned off and placed in their backpack while on the bus or in school. Thank you for your support with this matter.
Character Parade/Community Service Project – One of KES favorite traditions! On Tuesday, October 31, at 9:15am, the students will parade through our bus loop dressed in their favorite character costume. Parents are welcome to come and watch but MUST have an approved School Access form on file. If you have not already applied, please click here to begin the process. If you are unsure or have questions, please reach out to Donna Ott at [email protected]. school access link
For the community service project, please choose one of the following to donate: peanut butter (plastic jars only), jelly, cereal boxes, or macaroni & cheese. Please bring donations ON THE DAY OF THE PARADE. Donations will be given to St. Francis House. See attached for more information and COSTUME GUIDELINES. costume guidelines- service project 2023
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
We look forward to another great week of learning and playing at KES!
10/11 Early Release
10/13 Spirit Day – Wear your KES T-shirt
10/13 First Quarter Ends
Planning Ahead:
10/16 Teacher Planning Day/Student Holiday
10/17 SAC Meeting – 7:45am
10/24 Report Cards Issued
10/24 Spirit Night – Zaxby’s 5-8pm
10/31 Costume Parade – 9:15am (see below)
Important Information
Character Parade/Community Service Project – One of KES favorite traditions! On Tuesday, October 31, at 9:15am, the students will parade through our bus loop dressed in their favorite character costume. Parents are welcome to come and watch, but MUST have an approved School Access form on file. If you have not already applied, please click here to begin the process. If you are unsure or have questions, please reach out to Donna Ott at [email protected]. school access link
For the community service project, please choose one of the following to donate: peanut butter (plastic jars only), jelly, cereal boxes, or macaroni & cheese. Please bring donations ON THE DAY OF THE PARADE. Donations will be given to St. Francis House.
Poke a Pumpkin – It’s that time of year again! We are celebrating reading in the Library with “Poke a Pumpkin”. Have your student choose any book and complete a Trick or Treat Book Review (pick up from the library). See attached to find out what happens next…
After-School Club – Come join the fun at BBA After-School’s Kickball program starting this Friday, October 13. This kickball program is designed to curate an environment where kids can have fun, become better teammates, and get physically active. For more information and how to register, click here for the Peach Jar link. If you have any questions, please email [email protected]. Reach out for a discount if you have multiple students to sign up.
KES Yearbook – It’s time to order your 2023/24 yearbook and save! Early Bird Special is $25.00. This year we are taking ONLINE ORDERS ONLY. Please place your order on the Leonards’ website at www.buytheyearbook.com and use code 717111 to find Ketterlinus, then follow the prompts.
Attention 5th Grade Parents – Dedication Ads for the yearbook are available! There is limited space. Spaces will be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis through February 9, 2024, at 3:30 p.m. Ad forms were sent home with your student as well as an email with all the details. Please make sure to read through all the details in the email. If you have any questions, please contact Lindsay Robertson at [email protected].
AR Goals – Readers are Leaders at KES! Please encourage your child to meet their AR goal for the First Quarter by reading every night for 20 minutes. Deadline is this Friday, October 13. Gentle reminder that AR tests can be taken at home.
Homework Help – Are your students struggling with homework? Well then, we have just the thing! Remember that public library card we encouraged students to sign up for? They can use that library card to access FREE live tutoring from 2pm – 11pm daily! And it’s free! Click here to learn more Brainfuse How-To.mp4.
Gentle Reminder – If your student has any communication devices such as cell phones and watches etc., they must be turned off and placed in their backpack while on the bus or in school. Thank you for your support with this matter.
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
10/3 PTO Meeting – 7:55am
10/4 Coffee with A Cop – 7:30am (details below)
10/4 Wear Your Words
10/6 Spirit Day – Wear your KES shirt
Planning Ahead:
10/16 Teacher Planning Day/Student Holiday
10/17 SAC Meeting – 7:45am
Important Information
Coffee with A Cop – Building Relationships. One Cup at a Time. Parents, please join us and our local St. Augustine Police Officers for coffee and conversation on the front porch of KES this Wednesday, October 4, 7:55-8:30 a.m. Feel free to have your student make our officers a “Thank You” note and send into your teacher or front office so we can hand them out during this time. Due to time and space constraints, please have your student wave hello and head into class. We hope you can join us!
Congratulations to our KES Teacher of the Year, Kristen Walker, as well as our School-Related Employee of the Year, Donna Ott.
AR Goals – Readers are Leaders at KES! Please encourage your child to meet their AR goal for the First Quarter by reading every night for 20 minutes. Deadline is October 13. Gentle reminder that AR tests can be taken at home.
PTO News – KES families, just a reminder, the PTO will be meeting this Tuesday, October 3, at 7:55 am in the KES Media Center. Attendees must have a School Access form on file and sign in at the front office so plan to arrive a few minutes early. Also, check out the September Snapshot for information on what we’ve been up to and how you can get involved and support KES. KES PTO SNAPSHOT SEPTEMBER 2023
The 2023-2024 Fill the Fence campaign is still open. This is a great way for your business to get their name out to local families and show their support for our wonderful school! Please see the attached “Fill the Fence Letter” for details Fill The Fence 2023-2024.pdf . Also, please see our attached “Business Partner Letter” Business Partner Letter 2023-2024.pdf which provides further information on how the generous support from the local business community helps the PTO support students and staff at KES. Please feel free to reach out to Lindsay Niewoehner at [email protected] to discuss partnership opportunities!
Café News – See attached for the October menu. Gentle reminder that all students receive a free breakfast and lunch. There is a cost for snacks such as chips, Rice Krispy treats, etc. On Friday’s, ice cream is also available for an additional cost. To put funds into your student’s account, click here https://paypams.com/ October elementary menu
Homework Help – Are your students struggling with homework? Well then, we have just the thing! Remember that public library card we encouraged students to sign up for? They can use that library card to access FREE live tutoring from 2pm – 11pm daily! And it’s free! Click here to learn more Brainfuse How-To.mp4.
School Access – Our students’ safety is our number one priority at KES. Therefore, anyone who enters past the front office MUST scan their Driver’s License and have an approved School Access form. This includes lunch with your student, chaperoning, volunteering, and teacher meetings. The application process can take up to 4-6 weeks. To apply, go to https://stjohns.keepntrack.com/apply/ School Access lasts for 3 years, and it is the responsibility of the applicant to contact Volunteer Services or Donna Ott to renew the form. Please do not reapply, as this creates duplicate forms. If you have any questions, please contact Donna Ott at [email protected].
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
Looking forward to another great week at KES! We are so proud of our Dolphins!!
9/26 Spirit Night – Outback Steakhouse (All day)
9/27 Early Release – 1:45pm
9/29 Spirit Day – Wear Your KES Shirt
Planning Ahead
10/3 PTO Meeting – 7:50am
10/4 Coffee with A Cop – 7:30am (see below)
10/4 Wear Your Words
Important Information
Coffee with A Cop – Save the date!! Wednesday, October 4, 7:30-8:30 a.m. What a terrific opportunity for you and your student to meet and have conversations with our St. Augustine Police Officers!
KES Early Act Club is collecting Pop Tabs all year for the Ronald McDonald House. Save your metal tops and drop them into the container located in the front office.
Book Blast is in full swing – Did you know that Book Blast contributions help ensure all our students receive books? After your student earns all 10 books from the book list, additional contributions help provide more books for all our students, including those who don’t receive contributions. Your involvement makes a world of difference! See attached link to find out the details. http://bookblast.booksarefun.com/KetterlinusES32084 . Click here for the Treasure Map Book Blast Treasure Map.pdf . Click here for a video tutorial https://www.bb.booksarefun.com/how-to-complete-ps
KES Spirit Night – Come out and support KES at Outback Steakhouse! It’s all day! Please make sure to mention that you are with KES for the school to receive the support.
Early Release Wednesdays – Gentle reminder that every Wednesday is Early Release at 1:45 p.m.
PTO News – The 2023-2024 Fill the Fence campaign is still open. This is a great way for businesses to get their name out to local families and show their support for our wonderful school! Please see the attached “Fill the Fence Letter” for details Fill The Fence 2023-2024.pdf . Also, please find attached our “Business Partner Letter” Business Partner Letter 2023-2024.pdf which provides further information on how the generous support from the local business community helps the PTO support students and staff at KES. Please feel free to reach out to Lindsay Niewoehner at [email protected] to discuss partnership opportunities!
Gentle Reminder – Please label all your child’s belongings such as water bottles, lunchboxes, backpacks, etc. This helps us to return items to your child when they are misplaced.
Library Card Drive – For those who have their card already check out this video Brainfuse How-To.mp4 for some fun learning tools! There is still time to sign up for your Library Card. We want to encourage all our students to have their own public library card. Click on the link to find out more information LibraryCardDrive.mp4 . The class with the most cards by 9/29 wins popcorn!
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
9/19-9/29 Book Blast – Details Coming Soon!
9/19 SAC Meeting – 7:45 a.m.
9/20 Early Release – Pick up at 1:45 p.m.
9/22 Spirit Day – Wear Your KES Shirt
Planning Ahead:
9/26 Spirit Night – Outback Steakhouse – All Day
Important Information
Book Blast is coming September 19-29! Stay tuned for details!
KES Yearbook – It’s time to order your 2023/24 yearbook and save! Early Bird Special is $25.00. This year, orders will be placed ONLINE ONLY. Please place your order on the Leonards’ website at www.buytheyearbook.com and use code 717111 to find Ketterlinus, then follow the prompts.
Intake Conferences are beginning this week through Oct. 5th. Please sign up for these meetings so that you can review your child’s current academic performances and the Title 1 learning compact.
Volunteer Opportunity – We love our volunteers! Reading Fluency Lab is starting, and it is a great way to instill a love for reading in our students! Click here for more information and to sign up https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D4DAFA722A3FA7-fluency#/ . Please remember that you must have an approved School Access form on file. Contact Donna Ott at [email protected] for more information.
Attention 5th Grade Parents – Dedication Ads for the yearbook are available! There is limited space. Spaces will be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis through February 9, 2024, at 3:30 p.m. Ad forms were sent home with your student as well as an email with all the details. Please make sure to read through all the details in the email. If you have any questions, please contact Lindsay Robertson at [email protected].
Library Card Drive – September is Library Card Sign Up Month, and there is still time to sign up for your Library Card! We want to encourage all our students to have their own public library card! Click on the link to find out more information! The class with the most cards by 9/29 wins popcorn! Library Card Drive
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
Thank you to all our Dolphins for SWIMming so well!!
SWIM – SAFE/WORKING HARD/IMPROVING & INSPIRING/MAKING GOOD CHOICES
9/12 Interims Issued
9/12 PTO Meeting – 7:50 a.m.
9/13 Early Release 1:45 p.m.
9/15 Spirit Day is Every Friday! – Wear Your KES Shirt
Planning Ahead:
9/19 SAC Meeting – 7:45 a.m.
9/26 Save the Date KES Spirit Night – Outback Steak House
Important Information
Interims will be issued on September 12. Please make sure your HAC account is set up. If you have any questions, please contact Mary Tatum at [email protected]
Gentle Reminder – Please label all your child’s belongings such as water bottles, lunchboxes, backpacks, etc.. This helps us to return items to your child when they are misplaced.
Family Technology Workshop – Another great opportunity to find out how to use the SJCSD digital platforms such as Clever, Schoology, and Microsoft 365. New date and time! Tuesday, September 12 at 5:30pm. See attached for more information. Parent Technology Workshop 9-7-23
Library Card Drive – September is Library Card Sign Up Month! We want to encourage all our students to have their own public library card! Registration forms were sent home last week. Click on the link to find out more information! The class with the most cards by 9/29 wins popcorn! Library Card Drive
PTO NEWS – KES families! Just a reminder that the first KES PTO meeting is this Tuesday, September 12 at 7:50 in the media center. KES parents, grandparents, and guardians are welcome to join, and there are no dues or membership fees. This is a great way to get involved in our wonderful school, AND we will have coffee and treats! Attendees must have an approved School Access form (see below) on file, and must sign in at the front office, so plan to come a few minutes early. We hope to see you there!
School Access – Our students’ safety is our number one priority at KES, therefore anyone who enters past the front office MUST scan their Driver’s License and have an approved School Access form. This includes lunch with your student, chaperoning, volunteering and teacher meetings. The application process can take up to 4-6 weeks. To apply, go to https://stjohns.keepntrack.com/apply/ School Access lasts for 3 years, and it is the responsibility of the applicant to contact Volunteer Services or Donna Ott to renew the form. Please do not reapply, as this creates duplicate forms. If you have any questions, please contact Donna Ott at [email protected].
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
Hope you have a great Labor Day tomorrow! Classes resume on Tuesday.
9/4 Labor Day – No School
9/6 Wear Your Words & Early Release 1:45pm
9/7 Picture Day – See Below
9/8 Star Trek Day – Wear Star Trek Attire
Planning Ahead:
9/12 Interims Issued
9/12 PTO Meeting – 7:50am
Important Information
Picture Day is Thursday, September 7. Order forms were sent home with your student last week. To order and prepay online, click here. Access code is the C# located on student’s order form. If you need any help with online ordering, please call Leonard’s at 800-215-4852. Leonards online link
Interims will be issued on September 12. Please make sure your HAC account is set up. If you have any questions, please contact Mary Tatum at [email protected]
Gentle Reminder – Please label all your child’s belongings such as water bottles, lunchboxes, backpacks, etc.. This helps us to return items to your child when they are misplaced.
Café News – See attached for the September menu. Gentle reminder that all students receive a free breakfast and lunch. There is a cost for snacks such as chips, rice krispy treats, etc. On Friday’s, ice cream is available for an additional cost. To put funds into your student’s account, click here https://paypams.com/. September elementary menu
PTO NEWS – Want to get involved at KES? Come join us September 12 at 7:50 a.m. in the Media Center for our first PTO meeting of the year!
Readers are Leaders at KES – Encourage your student to read every night for 20 minutes.
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
It was a great week at KES, and we are looking forward to another fun week of learning!
8/30 Early Release 1:45 p.m.
9/1 Spirit Day is Every Friday! – Wear Your KES Shirt
Planning Ahead:
9/4 Labor Day – No School
9/7 Picture Day
Important Information
KES Shirts – Our PTO is amazing and has graciously decided that every student will receive a KES T-shirt for free! The shirts have been ordered and will be distributed to the students in September.
Family Technology Workshop – Are you interested in finding out more about how to use the SJCSD digital platforms such as Clever, Schoology, and Microsoft 365? Then join us for a virtual Family Technology Workshop on Wednesday, August 30 at 5:30pm. See attached for more information. SJCSD+Family+Technology+Workshop
Kindergarten Parents – At this time, we ask that you please allow kindergarten students to learn school and lunch procedures. Please refrain from walking your child to class. In addition, please refrain from having lunch with your student. We will resume kindergarten parent lunch opportunities in October. Thank you for understanding.
Café News – See attached for the September menu. September elementary menu Gentle reminder that all students receive a free breakfast and lunch. There is a cost for snacks such as chips, rice krispy treats etc. On Friday’s ice cream is available for an additional cost. Click here to put funds into your student’s account. https://paypams.com/
Media Advisory Committee – This committee will be responsible for reviewing book purchases, as well as reviewing titles from our current collection as the need arises. Another possible responsibility of this group could be to assist with planning and implementing school-wide reading initiatives that would help maintain a positive reading culture. This group will meet 2-3 times throughout the year, depending on the need. Members will be chosen on a first come, first serve basis. If interested, please contact Kim Hinman at [email protected].
School Advisory Council (SAC) – We are in need of SAC members. This group helps to advise our school on ways to improve. The SAC interest form was sent home last week. If interested, please sign, and return form by August 31. If you have any questions, please contact Bethany Hilbert at [email protected] .
School Access – Our students’ safety is our number one priority at KES, therefore anyone who enters past the front office MUST scan their Driver’s License and have an approved School Access form. This includes lunch with your student, chaperoning, volunteering and teacher meetings. The application process can take up to 4-6 weeks. To apply, go to https://stjohns.keepntrack.com/apply/ School Access lasts for 3 years, and it is the responsibility of the applicant to contact Volunteer Services or Donna Ott to renew the form. Please do not reapply, as this creates duplicate forms. If you have any questions, please contact Donna Ott at [email protected].
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
8/16 Early Release Wednesday – Pick Up 1:45pm
8/18 Spirt Day is Every Friday! – Wear Your KES Shirt
8/25 Spirit Night at Marble Slab – 4-8 p.m.
Planning Ahead:
9/4 Labor Day – No School
Important Information
Early Release Wednesdays – Every Wednesday is Early Release at 1:45 p.m.
Kindergarten Parents – At this time, we ask that you please allow kindergarten students to learn school and lunch procedures. Please refrain from walking your child to class. In addition, please refrain from having lunch with your student. Per District, we will resume parent lunch opportunities in October. Thank you for understanding.
Cafeteria News – Ice Cream Friday begins August 25! A reminder that breakfast and lunches are free, but snacks such as ice cream, chips etc. are an additional cost. Click here to add funds to your student’s account. https://paypams.com/
National Dog Day is August 26 – Send in a picture of your dog, and we will share it on the morning news! Please email photo to Kathy Tucker at [email protected] no later than August 23.
Gentle Reminder – We do not do early check out after 2:15pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and 1:15pm on Wednesdays. Thank you for understanding.
Afterschool Enrichment Programs – Don’t forget to check out our Afterschool Enrichment programs listed on Peachjar. Click here https://app.peachjar.com/flyers/all/schools/64352.
Media Advisory Committee – This committee will be responsible for reviewing book purchases, as well as reviewing titles from our current collection as the need arises. Another possible responsibility of this group could be to assist with planning and implementing school-wide reading initiatives that would help maintain a positive reading culture. This group will meet 2-3 times throughout the year, depending on the need. Members will be chosen on a first come, first serve basis. If interested, please contact Kim Hinman at [email protected]
School Advisory Council (SAC) – We are in need of SAC members. This group helps to advise our school on ways to improve. The SAC interest form was sent home last week. If interested, please sign, and return form by August 31. If you have any questions, please contact Bethany Hilbert at [email protected] .
School Access – Our students’ safety is our number one priority at KES, therefore anyone who enters past the front office MUST scan their Driver’s License and have an approved School Access form. This includes lunch with your student, chaperoning, volunteering, and teacher meetings. The application process can take up to 4-6 weeks. To apply, go to https://stjohns.keepntrack.com/apply/. School Access lasts for 3 years, and it is the responsibility of the applicant to contact Volunteer Services or Donna Ott to renew the form. Please do not reapply, as this creates duplicate forms. If you have any questions, please contact Donna Ott at [email protected].
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
Welcome back Dolphins! We are so excited for a new school year!
8/16 Early Release Wednesday – Pick up 1:45 p.m.
8/18 Spirt Day is Every Friday! – Wear Your KES Shirt
Important Information
Don’t Forget Every Wednesday is Early Release – dismissal is at 1:45 p.m.
Spirit Day is every Friday! Don’t forget to wear your KES apparel or KES blue.
Library Restriction Form – Parents may utilize this form to restrict titles their child may check out in the school library. Please complete the form and return to your child’s teacher or librarian. This form is only required when a parent is seeking to restrict access to materials in the Media Center. Library Book Access Form
Breakfast/Lunch – See attached for the August menu. August Menu elementary Please note that this year, Ketterlinus is considered a CEP (Community Eligibility Provision) school and therefore all students will receive free breakfast and lunch. There is a cost for snacks and treats such as chips, rice krispy treats and ice cream (served on Friday’s).
School Access – Our students’ safety is our number one priority at KES, therefore anyone who enters past the front office MUST have an approved School Access form on file and scan their Driver’s License. This includes lunch with your student, chaperoning, volunteering, and teacher meetings. The application process can take up to 4-6 weeks. To apply, go to https://stjohns.keepntrack.com/apply/. School Access lasts for 3 years, and it is the responsibility of the applicant to contact Volunteer Services or Donna Ott to renew the form. Please do not reapply, as this creates duplicate forms. If you have any questions, please contact Donna Ott at [email protected].
Housekeeping – Gentle Reminders
- Check-out Policy – We do not permit early checkout after 2:15pm on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday and after 1:15pm on Wednesday. We are preparing to dismiss our students, and teachers are finishing academic instruction for the day. Thank you for understanding!
- Dismissal Changes – Parents/guardians, to ensure safe dismissal and avoid classroom interruptions, please be sure to note dismissal changes in your student’s planner. In the event of an emergency dismissal change, you may call the office by 2:15pm. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, and by 1:15pm. on Wednesdays to provide our staff with the pertinent information.
- Tardiness – School opens at 7:55am. Students are tardy if not in their classroom by 8:25am. If a student arrives after 8:25am their parent/guardian must walk inside the front office to sign them in.
- Label Items – Please label all your child’s belongings so that we can return items to them when lost.
- Home Access Center (HAC) – Please be sure to utilize this for reviewing your child’s report cards and monitoring their progress throughout the year.
- Car Tags – Car tags must be displayed on your rearview mirror when picking up your child in Parent Pick-Up. This helps the staff to identify you as someone who is allowed to pick up your student and gives staff the opportunity to radio ahead so that your child is ready at the curb for pick-up. In addition, to avoid being towed, please make sure you display your car tag when parked in our school parking lot. Parents/Guardians, you may purchase additional car tags for $2 (cash only) in the front office. I.D. must be presented when purchasing.
KES Families & Friends – Gentle Reminders
KES Staff is eagerly waiting to welcome our Dolphins for the 2023/2024 school year!!
8/10 First Day for Students
8/11 Spirit Day is Every Friday! Wear Your KES Shirt
School Access – Our students’ safety is our number one priority at KES, therefore anyone who enters past the front office MUST scan their Driver’s License and have an approved School Access Form. The application process can take up to 4-6 weeks. To apply, go to https://stjohns.keepntrack.com/apply/ School Access lasts for 3 years, and it is the responsibility of the applicant to contact Volunteer Services or Donna Ott to renew the form. Please do not reapply, as this creates duplicate forms. If you have any questions, please contact Donna Ott at [email protected].
Tardiness – School opens at 7:55 a.m. Students are tardy if not in their classroom by 8:25 a.m. If a student arrives after 8:25 a.m. their parent/guardian must walk inside the front office to sign them in.
Car Tags – Car tags must be displayed on your rearview mirror when picking up your child in Parent Pick-Up. This helps the staff to identify you as someone who is allowed to pick up your student and gives staff the opportunity to radio ahead so that your child is ready at the curb for pick-up. In addition, to avoid being towed, please make sure you display your car tag when parked in our school parking lot. Parents/Guardians, you may purchase additional car tags for $2 (cash only) in the front office. I.D. must be presented when purchasing.