Pictures are here! If you ordered school pictures, please pick them up today from the Activity table in the Commons during your lunch.
HOCO Guest Forms are now available outside the Activities Office. You must have a completed and approved guest form to purchase a HOCO ticket for a non-KW student. Guest forms can be approved in the Activities Office. See Mr. Taylor or Mrs. Inscho for more information.
Debate Club: Debate Club's having their first meeting on October 2nd in room 905 this Thursday at 2:20 pm! Come to learn more about how debate works and what to expect. Hope to see there. Bring your friends!
Picture Makeup and Retake Day: Picture makeup and retake day is Monday, October 6th. If you want to retake your picture, you must return your picture packet from the first picture day. Retakes are not available for students who did not order pictures.
Girls Gymnastics: Are you ready to dance, leap, jump, and flip into something fun this year? Come be a part of the Girls Gymnastics Team! Come to our interest meeting on Thursday October 9 in Room 500 at 2:15 to learn more about our team and winter season. Practices start November 10, 2025. This is a no-cut sport—all skill levels are welcome! Whether you’re brand new or experienced, there’s a place for you on the team. Don’t miss out on the chance to make new friends, grow your skills, and represent your school! Come join us—we can’t wait to see you there! Contact Mrs. Meisenheimer if you have any questions.
Book Club: Do you love to read books and discuss them with other book lovers? If so, come check out Kentwood Book Club the SECOND Thursday of every month in room 164 where we discuss the previous month’s book and pick our title for the next month… all while sharing treats, tea, and a laugh or two. Our first meeting is on October 9 right after school in room 164! For more information, please see Mrs. Thomas or Instagram at kw.bookclub
KW Tardy Response Plan: Being on time and in class everyday matters—for your grades, graduation, and the goals you’ve set for yourself. Our Tardy Response Plan (linked here) is now in effect.
We’ll be tracking tardies and attendance weekly.
There will be follow-up and consequences to help support you staying on track.
Thanks for doing your part by getting to class on time and staying engaged throughout the day.
KW PTSA Spirit Wear: The KW PTSA spirit wear online store is now open! Visit https://protimesports.chipply.com/kentwoodhs to order. Purchase PJ pants, t-shirts, hoodies, and more to help fund Senior Scholarships and other PTSA programs. The store closes Monday, Oct. 13th at midnight. Orders will be available for pick-up from Kentwood PTSA in mid-November. Distribution dates are to be determined. Direct shipping is also available. Email spiritwear@kentwoodcommunityptsa.org with any questions.
AP Students: Students who wish to take AP exams or submit portfolios will be able to pay those fees beginning Monday, Sept. 22. For more information, please see the KW AP FAQs page. Contact Ms. Hill for more information.
ASVAB Testing: Are you interested in pursuing a career in the military after you graduate High School?? Kentwood will be hosting an ASVAB Testing session on Friday October 10th at 8am. This is a test administered by the US Military to determine your job placement as you enter service. Open to all 10-12 grade students! Register with this link. Contact Mrs. Canada for more information.
Yearbook: Now is the time to purchase your Kentwood Yearbook! You can order your yearbook online or pay at the cashier's window. Pre-sale yearbooks are $60 with ASB and $75 without ASB. Sales end on Friday, December 19, 2025. Pre-ordering is the only way to guarantee you get a yearbook in June! Contact Mr. Taylor for more information.
Fall Athletes: All fall athletes must have a current ASB card to participate in practices and games. Purchase online or at the cashier's office. After getting your ASB sticker from Mrs. Herrick in the Cashier's office, show it to Mrs. Inscho in Athletics/Activities to be cleared in Final Forms. Students without ASB are not be eligible to practice or compete. Get your ASB card today!
Student Lockers: Student lockers are available by request through the Attendance Office.
Student Parking Passes: Attn: All Senior and Junior Drivers! Want to park on campus?
If you have any questions email Stacy.Herrick@Kent.k12.wa.us or visit the Cashier's window.
ASB Cards: All students involved in after school activities (clubs, sports, ASB etc.) must purchase a KW ASB card. ASB cards are $30 and can be purchased online or at the Cashier's window. Benefits include free entry to regular season home game, discounted yearbook and dance tickets and more.
