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Past events
Elections will be at the May 19th PTA Meeting!
We're looking for parents and teachers who want to make a meaningful impact on our school community. Whether you love organizing, planning, advocating, managing details, or dreaming big - there's a place for you on the Kennydale PTA Board! Nominate someone (or yourself) today with the online nomination form or an email to the nominating committee.
All Kennydale families and staff are welcome to attend member meetings! Come learn about upcoming events, ask questions, get involved in making our community even stronger. Students and siblings are welcome. Your voice matters. Hope to see you there! Interested in serving as a committee chair? Email president@kennydalepta.org.
MOD PIZZA Day
MOD PIZZA Day
Wed. June 10 | MOD Pizza @ Newcastle Commons
Support Kennydale students while grabbing a meal out with family and friends! A portion of proceeds will support Kennydale PTA programs and events. Thank you for supporting our school community!
forgot to order a yearbook?
forgot to order a yearbook?
June 15 & 16 | $22 each
If you forgot to order a yearbook from Dorian earlier this year, we've got you covered! We ordered some extras, and they will be available for pick-up and purchase before and after school on Monday 6/15 and Tuesday 6/16 while supplies last. We'll also have previous yearbooks available for $5. Meet us out in front of Kennydale!
PTA MEETING & CELEBRATION
PTA MEETING & CELEBRATION
Tues. June 9 | 6:30pm (Childcare Check-In 6:15)
Join us for the last PTA members' meeting of the year as we:
Celebrate all PTA volunteers
Honor our Golden Acorn, Outstanding Educator, and Kennydale PTA Scholarship Awardees
Approve the preliminary budget for next year
June 17th @ Promotion Ceremony | Pre-Order by June 12th
Celebrate your 5th grader's big accomplishment with a beautiful graduation bouquet! Flowers will be available for pre-order and a limited quantity of bouquets will be available for purchase before the graduation ceremony.
Medium Bouquet: $15
Large Bouquet: $25
We encourage families to pre-order to ensure availability of this wonderful way to recognize your student's hard work and mark this special milestone.
PTA community meeting tonight
PTA community meeting tonight
Tuesday, May 19 | 6:30PM in the Library (Childcare check-in at 6:15PM)
Join us for the PTA community Meeting where members will vote in the 2026-2027 PTA board!
The Kennydale Elementary PTA Nomination Committee hereby submits the following names into nomination: Secretary - Stevie Wahlman; Treasurer - Michelle Howard; Co-VPs of Events - Rachel Buckner & Nicolle Candland; Co-VPs of Fundraising - Ellen Rockney & Christina Scholz; VP of Membership: Shauna Sobel; President or Co-Presidents - OPEN**
The nominating committee has confirmed that all nominees have been a member of a PTA for at least 15 days prior to the election, and meet other requirements as stated in the WSPTA Uniform Bylaws.Additional nominations may be made from the floor with the consent of the nominee on May 19 at the voting meeting. This is especially important for the office of president, as our current president will have served the maximum of two consecutive years. If you or someone you know is interested in this or any other board position, please email nomcom@kennydalepta.org.
Thurs. June 4 | 6-8pm | Kennydale Playground
The Kennydale Spring Carnival is coming, and admission is FREE! Join your friends for an evening filled with fun on the Kennydale Elementary playground. Every current Kennydale student will receive one Carnival Punchcard to visit each game for FREE. Dinner and extra tickets for games and concessions are available for purchase. Pre-ordering for dinner is recommended– it helps us make sure there is enough food for all. This event only happens with the help of volunteers! Sign up to volunteer now.
GARDEN CLEAN-UP
GARDEN CLEAN-UP
May 26 | 9:00-11:00am | Kennydale Garden
Please bring gardening tools if you have some. We will be laying burlap and bark on the pathway, weeding garden beds, and if anyone is able to provide, we need to weed-wack. If you have anything you'd like to plant, we have room in the garden beds near the baseball field!
picture day
picture day
Tuesday, November 28
Remember to send your student to school ready for their close-up tomorrow!! Also, Kennydale's awesome office manager is looking for a few people to assist:
• 2-3 people for the morning shift: 9:00am – 11:30am
• 2-3 people for the afternoon shift: 12:00pm– 2:15pm
Volunteers will receive a complimentary photo package. If you are able to help, please email Michelle: michelle.swofford@rentonschools.us
read across america week
read across america week
March 2-6
Everyone gets a prize for turning in their reading log!
Some very fun teachers did read-alouds you can listen to each day. Keep an eye out for the daily posts.
Spirit Days: Mon. Pajama and Stuffy Day, Tues. Hat Day, Wed. Wordy Day (wear something with words on it), Thurs. Silly Sock Day, Fri. Kennydale or Team (Seahawk, Storm, Kraken, Mariners, etc.)
FREE Digital Safety Event
FREE Digital Safety Event
APRIL 28 | 6pm | Kennydale Library
Is your child asking for their first connected device? Join us to learn about tools available to help you determine your family’s screen readiness.
Earlier this year, Kennydale PTA was selected by the National Parent Teacher Association from among PTAs nationwide to receive a $1,500 grant, supported by AT&T to host a Ready, Tech, Go! session for Kennydale families and employees. Kennydale PTA is one of only 230 local elementary school PTAs selected to receive a grant for the 2025-2026 school year.
This short course is a digital literacy program for families to explore questions about when their student might be ready for mobile technology. All participants receive a free gift!
During the event, parents, caregivers and staff will engage in peer-to-peer conversations about the various aspects of screen readiness. They will also became familiar with tools and resources that help determine screen readiness for younger children and teens and will hear new ideas to promote a healthy digital home.
RECESS WITH YOUR KODIAK
RECESS WITH YOUR KODIAK
March 10 | Kennydale Playground
Be a playground hero and hang with your kiddo at recess! Be sure to renew your district background check now so you are ready to go!
Annual District Background Checks
Annual District Background Checks
For the safety of our students, all Renton School District volunteers, including PTA volunteers, must complete an online application and background check annually. To complete yours, click one of these options.
Multicultural Night
Multicultural Night
February 27 | 6:00-8:30pm | Kennydale Cafeteria
This family-friendly evening celebrates our school’s diverse cultures through food, performances, and community connection. Families are invited to:
Attend and enjoy the event
Sign up to bring a cultural dish, volunteer, or participate in performances
Purchase a support ticket to help cover shared food and supplies
All sign-ups, volunteering, and support options are available via SignUpGenius. We encourage all families to participate and help make this a meaningful celebration for our school community.
TALENT SHOW this friday
TALENT SHOW this friday
February 6 | 6PM-8PM
Come support our Kodiaks as they showcase their singing, dancing, instrument playing, acting, poetry reading, martial arts, magic tricks, skits, comedy, and more! We will also be showcasing the artwork of our Reflections Arts Recognition Program and having a short reception afterward!
PTA board meeting
PTA board meeting
December 8 | 7:30pm-9:00pm | Google Meet
All members are welcome to attend!
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/bua-qdxn-odh
Or dial: (US) +1 417-719-7451 PIN: 395 958 163#
KODIAK STUDENT CRAFT FAIR
KODIAK STUDENT CRAFT FAIR
December 12 | 6:30-8:00pm | Kennydale Gym
**Volunteers Needed**
Support Kennydale entrepreneurs and enjoy fun shopping for the whole family featuring over 50 student vendors: Hand-made arts, crafts, baked goods, treats and more.
Calling all Kodiak artists, crafters, chefs and bakers! Get your maker skills going and sign-up for your spot at the Kennydale Student Craft Fair before Friday, December 5th. Space is limited - sign up now!
family movie night & Make-your-own spiritwear
family movie night & Make-your-own spiritwear
January 15 | 6pm | Kennydale Commons
Join us for Zootopia and Make-Your-Own Kennydale Spirit Wear!
Bring a shirt, pants or a sweatshirt to movie night and get free spirit wear. Volunteers will be available to press Kennydale logos on clothing. You will have a selection of designs to choose from. Please limit clothing to 2 pieces per student.
Admission and popcorn are FREE. (Other snacks will be available for purchase.) There will be floor seating available, so bring a blanket, stuffy, or something else to make yourself comfortable.
next pta meeting
next pta meeting
November 3 | 3:45-4:45pm | Kennydale Library
Join us for our next PTA meeting–all Kennydale families and staff are welcome to attend! Come learn about upcoming events, ask questions, get involved in making our community even stronger. Students and siblings are welcome. Your voice matters. Hope to see you there!
reflections ARTS PROGRAM
reflections ARTS PROGRAM
Entries Due December 5th!
Reflections is a National PTA arts recognition program in which students create original works of art (Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography, and/or Visual Arts) in response to this year's theme, "I Belong.” Visit our Reflections page for entry details and other important information.
costume dance party
costume dance party
October 24 | Kennydale Gym
Get ready to light up the night! Join us for music, dancing, and glowing fun: Face Painting, Selfie Booths, Pizza, Dance Games, Snacks, and Glow Goodies. Come in costume (optional) and party with the whole family.
*Costumes must be school-appropriate and without weapons.
MOVEATHON
MOVEATHON
October 9
The Moveathon is one of two main fundraisers this year that go toward things like classroom supplies, S.T.E.A.M. Learning Night, buses for field trips, assemblies, library books, chess curriculum, 5th grade camp, the art docent program, school dance, talent show, Junior Achievement, carnival, and so much more! Check out Kennydale's Moveathon webpage for details, prizes, class incentives, and leaderboard!
SCHEDULE
10:00am - Set Up Begins
12:45-1:45pm - Round 1 (grades 3-5)
2:00-3:00pm - Round 2 (K-2)
3:00pm - Clean Up Begins
May 20 | 6:30PM | Kennydale Library
September 24 | 6:30PM | Kennydale Library or Google Meet
Join us for our first PTA meeting of the year! All community members are welcome to attend PTA meetings. Children are welcome, too.
We will also be choosing the winner of our reserved parking spot drawing.
Parent meet-up
Parent meet-up
September 15 | 9:15am
This event is for parents and caregivers who have daytime availability and want to connect with the PTA and each other. Let's hang and have some coffee at Filling Station Coffee & Bistro after pick-up. 1302 N 30th St, Renton, WA 98056
MOVEATHON
MOVEATHON
Thank you to everyone who participated in, donated to, volunteered for, or sponsored the Spring Moveathon. With our powers combined, we exceeded our goal of $12,000 in donations! Check out Kennydale's Moveathon web page for details, prizes, class incentives, and leaderboard!
TALENT SHOW
TALENT SHOW
Thursday, June 12 | 6-8PM| Kennydale Commons
Talent Show sign-ups are open! Kodiaks can sign up to showcase their singing, dancing, instrument playing, poetry reading, martial arts, magic tricks, skits, comedy, and more!
Important rehearsals:
Wed. 5/28 3:45pm-5:00pm
Wed. 6/4 3:45pm-5:00pm
Tues. 6/10 3:45pm-5:00pm DRESS REHEARSAL
CARNIVAL
CARNIVAL
Tuesday, June 17 | 6-8PM| Kennydale Gym & Playground
Mark your calendar - the Spring Carnival is back with a twist: this year's theme is Around-the-World! Each Kodiak will receive a few free tickets and a passport to explore all kinds of fun. Volunteers will receive ten tickets for every shift they serve, so sign up today! Stay tuned for more information on how to purchase advance tickets.
MOVEATHON
MOVEATHON
May 22
The Spring Moveathon is one of two main fundraisers this year that go toward things like classroom supplies, S.T.E.A.M. Learning Night, buses for field trips, assemblies, library books, chess curriculum, 5th grade camp, the art docent program, glow dance, talent show, Junior Achievement, carnival, and more! Check out Kennydale's Moveathon web page for details, prizes, class incentives, and leaderboard!
On Tuesday, May 20th, we will be electing officers for 2025-2026. Click here to view the Nominating Committee's list of qualified candidates. If a name is not listed in this report, it is not too late for that person to run! They can attend the meeting on the 20th and be nominated by any member. There are also appointed Committee Chair positions that will become available soon.
You will notice that the VP of Communications role is "OPEN." We would love your help in identifying a qualified candidate for this role. The VP of Communications would ideally be passionate about keeping the Kennydale community informed, have excellent copy writing skills, and be a consistent and clear communicator. They would also do the following or lead a team of people who: Keep the Kennydale PTA website up to date (We use Google Sites, a very user-friendly platform.); Be comfortable using Canva for design of engaging graphics (Photoshop or Adobe Illustrator are also great!); Social media management and content creation; Database Management; Photograph and/or film Kennydale PTA events and programs.
Agendas and past meeting summaries can be found on our meetings page. All community members are welcome to PTA meetings. Children are welcome, too! The remaining meetings for this school year are May 20 and June 3.
TEACHER & STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK
TEACHER & STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK
May 5th-9th
Here's how you and your students can participate in showing some love to our incredible Kennydale teachers and staff:
MONDAY 5/5
Bring Staff and teachers an apple or fruit!
TUESDAY 5/6 -
Brighten their day with their favorite flowers/plants!
WEDNESDAY 5/7
Tell them what you appreciate about them!
(Jimmy Johns lunch provided)
THURSDAY 5/8
Surprise them with a favorite treat or gift card!
(PTA delivering their favorite drinks)
FRIDAY 5/9
Make your teacher a card, drawing, or kind note!
teacher appreciation week
teacher appreciation week
May 4-8
PTA has a wonderful week planned to show our great appreciation for our Kennydale Teachers & Staff! (Monday - Coffee Cart in the staff lounge; Tuesday - Snacks and Treats; Wednesday - Taco Bar; Thursday - Soda Bar & Chair Massages; Friday - Brunch Buffet)
You can participate by:
Mon. 5/4 - Bringing your teachers a flower
Tues. 5/5 - Writing your teachers a note
Wed. 5/6 - Bringing your teachers a treat
Thu. 5/7 - Telling your teachers what makes them awesome
Fri. 5/8 - Bringing your teachers a small gift
...and by signing up using the button above to help in other ways!
Elections will be at the May 20th PTA Meeting!
Members of Kennydale PTA board of directors can serve a maximum of two consecutive years in any position, and most of the current board are in their second year. That is why we are asking you to fill out this nomination form on behalf of yourself or someone else who would be a great addition to the 2025-2026 team! If interested in learning more about officer positions, please contact our Nominating Committee at nomcom@kennydalepta.org. Remember, inquiring about a position does not obligate you to become an officer.
BBQ DINNER @
BBQ DINNER @
STEAM LEARNING NIGHT
STEAM LEARNING NIGHT
March 27 | 5:30-7:00PM | Kennydale Gym
Come eat dinner before Kennydale's STEAM Learning Night! For $5 you will get a vegan or beef hot dog, chips, drink, and a cookie. Please come to the prepaid line when checking in. Dinner will be served from 5:30 pm until 7:00 pm on Thursday, March 27th. (STEAM Learning Night is 6-8pm.)
VOLUNTEERS STILL NEEDED! Sign up to help here.
Bingo & popcorn night
Bingo & popcorn night
April 3 | 6:00PM | Kennydale Commons
Popcorn and bingo are FREE! There will be prizes!
May 20 | 6:30PM | Kennydale Library
On Tuesday, May 20th, we will be electing officers for 2025-2026.
The Nominating Committee will provide a written report to the membership that names qualified nominees for the elected positions on the PTA board of directors by May 5th. If you or someone you know are interested in serving on the board, please fill out this nomination form or contact nomcom@kennydalepta.org.
Agendas and past meeting summaries can be found on our meetings page. All community members are welcome to PTA meetings. Children are welcome, too! The remaining meetings for this school year are May 20 and June 3.
kodiak STUDENT craft fair
kodiak STUDENT craft fair
April 25 | 6:30-8:00PM | Kennydale Gym
Support Kennydale entrepreneurs and enjoy fun shopping for the whole family featuring over 50 student vendors: Hand-made arts, crafts, baked goods, treats and more.
Calling all Kodiak artists, crafters, chefs and bakers! Get your maker skills going and sign-up for your spot at the Kennydale Student Craft Fair before Friday, April 18th. Space is limited - sign up now!
family movie night
family movie night
November 15 | 6-8pm
Join us in the Commons for popcorn and a movie - Disney's Descendants! Admission and popcorn are FREE. (Other snacks will be available for purchase.) There will be floor seating available, so bring a blanket, stuffy, or something else to make yourself comfortable.
Not-So-Spooky
Not-So-Spooky
Story Night
Story Night
October 29 | 6-7pm
Join us in the Commons for some festive fun and not-so-spooky stories with Kennydale teachers and special guests. Costumes (without masks or weapons) are encouraged. Snacks will be available for purchase.
PICTURE DAY
PICTURE DAY
October 22
Picture day is October 22nd, so get your smiles ready! Also, Kennydale's awesome Office Manager Laura is looking for six volunteers: three from 9:00-11:20am and three from 12:05-2:00pm. Each volunteer will receive a free photo package. Email Laura directly to let her know you are interested. *Update: Thank you to everyone who volunteered to help with picture day! There will be another volunteer opportunity for retake day (likely 11/19). Let Laura know if you’d like to help!
Popsicles on the playground
Popsicles on the playground
***THIS HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO FRIDAY SEPT. 12TH 5:30-6:30PM ***
Meet and greet other Kennydale families while enjoying a cool treat. It's an open-house-style hang, so come and go as you can. Find out about what the PTA does, what's coming up, how you can help, and how you can get plugged into PTA and the Kennydale community!
*UPDATE: MAKE YOUR OWN SPIRIT WEAR!
*UPDATE: MAKE YOUR OWN SPIRIT WEAR!
Popsicles on the playground
Popsicles on the playground
September 27 | 5:30-7:00pm
In addition to connecting with other Kennydale families while enjoying a cool treat (and finding out what the PTA does), families made their own Kennydale spirit wear using their own t-shirt, sweatshirt, or sweatpants. We had decals and a heat press onsite.
A huge THANK YOU to the incredible PTA members (who are also Kennydale staff) that donated their time, expertise, organizational skills, equipment, and even the vinyl used to make over a hundred pieces of Kennydale spirit wear for FREE at our Popsicles on the Playground event! Amy Dingfield, Stevie Wahlman, Haley Jenkins, Christina Scholz, Gretchen Greutman, Amanda Brock, we appreciate you!!
*UPDATE: LOCATION CHANGE
*UPDATE: LOCATION CHANGE
Parent meet-up
Parent meet-up
September 23 | 9:30am
This event is for parents and caregivers who have daytime availability and want to connect with the PTA and each other. Let's hang and have some coffee at Filling Station Coffee & Bistro: 1302 N 30th St, Renton, WA 98056.
MUFFINS & MINGLE
MUFFINS & MINGLE
August 28 & September 3 | 8:55-9:30am
"Summer is over, and school is here. Some will cry, and some will cheer. However you feel, PTA is here!" Come connect with us and each other after drop-off on your child's first day.
***UPDATE: This event will be held in the gym on 9/3.***
FUN FAIR 2024
FUN FAIR 2024
The Spring Carnival was a blast! Thank you to every volunteer who gave their time and talent to make it a memorable evening with our community.
Spring Auction 2024
Spring Auction 2024
The 2024 Casino Night Auction was a huge success! Thank you to everyone who attended and helped us raise $23,000 for Kennydale PTA! We want to thank all our sponsors, donors and volunteers for helping create such a wonderful event.
did you miss the auction?
did you miss the auction?
May 1-8, you can still bid on remaining auction items online!
There is still time to participate in the Spring Auction, even if you missed the masquerade! Bid on the following items until 5pm, Friday, May 8th:
1-month unlimited yoga and hot yoga passes
Success Martial Arts Birthday Party Package
Waterproof jewelry from Raëliv Boutique (2 sets to choose from)
$100 gift certificates to Sona Medical Aesthetics in Newcastle (2 available)
Legal consult worth up to $300 with Kim-Khánh Văn
Vietnamese language instruction for up to 8 hours.
3 Personal Training Sessions
These items currently have no bids, so the chances of getting a great deal are high! Every contribution helps fund programs, resources, and opportunities that benefit our entire school community. Thank you for your support.
Move-A-Thon 2024
Move-A-Thon 2024
We did it! Our goal was $10,000, and together we raised $15,705! Thank you! We had 46% participation with registration and received 393 donations. The top 3 earning classes were: Team Gano, Team Thordarson, and Team Ellis. The top 3 earning students were: Amia Fernandez, Carson Jensen, and Eva Scerbatiuc. The classes with the most participation were Team Gano, Team Thordarson, and Team Jenkins.
Get ready—the Scholastic Book Fair is coming to our school! This is a great opportunity to build your child’s home library with new books they’ll dive into again and again.
The easiest way to let your child shop the Fair independently is by creating an eWallet. It’s easy to set up and easy for others to add funds.
Create an eWallet, and you’ll also have the opportunity to contribute to Share the Fair - the giving program that supports students at our school who need help buying books. Consider participating so that no child leaves the Fair empty-handed!
For full details, and to create an eWallet, visit our school’s Book Fair homepage.
More than ever, we need to get students reading. Studies prove that children with more books at home have higher-level reading skills, and attain more years of education overall.
Lastly, this is a great opportunity to be a Book Fair volunteer! When you give your time, it helps make our Fair an unforgettable reading experience where every purchase benefits our school directly. Happy reading!
garden clean-up
garden clean-up
November 22 | 9am-10:30am | Kennydale Garden
Please bring gardening tools if you have some. We will be laying burlap and bark on the pathway, weeding garden beds, and if anyone is able to provide, we need to weedwack. If you have anything you'd like to plant, we have room in the garden beds!
reflections ARTS PROGRAM
reflections ARTS PROGRAM
Entries Due December 5th!
Reflections is a National PTA arts recognition program in which students create original works of art (Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography, and/or Visual Arts) in response to this year's theme, "I Belong.” Visit our Reflections page for entry details and other important information. Students are also invited to two open work sessions after school in the library. Click here to RSVP.
KODIAKS' DAY AT THE BAll PArk
KODIAKS' DAY AT THE BAll PArk
May 29 | First Pitch 7:10pm | T-Mobile Park | *SOLD OUT*
The Kodiak community is heading to Fireworks Night at the Mariners vs. Diamondbacks game! Thank you to everyone who purchased tickets! They were emailed on May 19th directly to the address you used when purchasing.
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