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Regreso a Clases de Kennedy!
Estudiantes y familias, estamos emocionados de verlos el jueves 27 de agosto para nuestra Noche de Regreso a Clases.
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The Eagle Family Bulletin September 7, 2020
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Introducing Principal Jarod Scott!
Welcome to the 2020-21 school year.
I am honored and excited to serve as Principal of Kennedy High School. It is with great pride and humility that I accept this tremendous opportunity and important responsibility. Through servant-leadership and with a spirit of collaboration, transparent communication, and trust, I begin this journey with Kennedy and the greater Richmond community. It is one of my highest priorities to engage, encourage and empower our scholars in preparing them for success in college and careers. We build on the school's rich history and proud tradition and Kennedy will become the first choice school for district students.
I bring 20 years of experience and passion in teaching and learning and leading school transformation and turnaround in diverse urban schools. I graduated from Clark Atlanta University and Georgia State University, in Atlanta, GA and completed the National Institute for Urban School Leaders Program at Harvard. I remain committed to social justice, educational excellence, equity, and engagement. Most recently, I served as a Principal in Oakland, where we celebrated increased college and career readiness levels and improved graduation rates.
My vision for Kennedy is to become a world-class high school centered on learning, leadership, and innovation that prepares all scholars for college, career and community success. As a community, we commit to the following:
- We will celebrate diversity and cultivate the social and emotional needs of all students in a caring and safe environment.
- We will focus on rigorous academics, relevant and meaningful learning experiences, and caring relationships.
- We will work in partnership with students, staff, families and community stakeholders to engage, inspire, and empower all scholars.
Finally, family and work-life balance are important to me. I have a beautiful family that is extremely supportive of my work; my wife Julie of 17 years and my son Anderson. You will see them around campus supporting our programs and, on the sidelines, cheering us on during athletic events. I look forward to your input, collaboration, and partnership.
Sincerely,
Jarod M. Scott, Principal
Kennedy High School
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Student Meal Pickup For November Recess Available from 8 am to 1 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 19 at 15 Locations
WCCUSD Food Services will be distributing meal boxes and turkeys for students ages 18 years or younger from 8 am to 1 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 19 at the 15 school meal distribution locations.
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November 13 Friday Update: Immunization Drive, Redistrict Commission, Reopening plans
WCCUSD partners with Safeway, Hill Physicians Medical Group and Blue Cross Blue Shield to host a massive drive-thru school immunization clinic for over 700 students.
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National Election Results: Bay Area's Kamala Harris is First Woman, Indian-American, Black-American Vice President
Voting is power and you exercised that power in record numbers. Participation is the foundation of our working democracy and I want to thank each and every one of you for taking part both here locally and nationally. Voting matters. Your voice matters.
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November 5: Message from the Superintendent
After five years, WCCUSD Superintendent Matthew Duffy announces that the 2020-2021 School Year Will Be His Final Year; Looks Forward to Working With New Board to Find the Next Superintendent The District.
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October 30 Friday Update: Inside a Learning Suite at Michelle Obama School; Stay Safe this Weekend
We had an exciting week with the virtual grand opening of WCCUSD's newest school under a new name, the Michelle Obama School. Formerly known a Wilson Elementary, Michelle Obama School is one of the first flexible space schools in the Bay Area.
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Possibly PG&E Power Outage Update
PG&E could shut off power starting Sunday due to a major weather event, including winds of up to 70 miles per hour. Currently, there no WCCUSD schools in the affected areas.
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October 23 Friday Update: Michelle Obama School Grand Opening, School Reopening Discussion, Multipurpose Family Income Form
Board, District to discuss reopening at November 4 board meeting; Join us Thursday for virtual grand opening ceremony of the Michelle Obama School; Help with Multipurpose Family Income Forms
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October 16 Friday Update: Facilities Master Plan Community Survey; Week of the School Administrator
Superintendent's Friday Update: Happy Friday. This week we need you to take the Facilities Master Plan community survey, plus it's Week of the School Administrator; meet a few of WCCUSD's great administrators.
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October 9 Friday Update: Happy National Principals Month
Happy National Principals Month. I want to introduce you to three of WCCUSD's fantastic principals Kim Moses (Ohlone ES), Charlotte Betson (Mira Vista K8) and Kibby Kleiman (Pinole Valley HS). Thank you to all of WCCUSD's school leaders.
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Annual College Day Goes Virtual on Oct.10
Over 40 public and private colleges and universities will be represented at the Annual College Information Day for middle and high school students, including those within the UC system, California State University, institutions outside of the Golden State, historically black colleges and community colleges. Students can participate in workshops on admission requirements, completing applications, career exploration and more.
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October 2 Friday Update: Conditions Needed for WCCUSD To Re-Open School Buildings
Contra Costa County received good news related to COVID-19 with the state moving it from Purple to Red status, allowing more businesses and establishments to open. For WCCUSD to return to a phased-in school building reopening, all District zip codes must be in the Orange status and meet other criteria.
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September 25 Friday Update: Your Help With Multipurpose Family Income Form
We need your help. Please complete the Multipurpose Family Income Form, regardless of income. It is a key piece to the budget and supports services that directly benefit students. Every family should complete the form. For families that don't qualify, you enter your name, check one box and that is it. Qualifying families it's just a few more steps.
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September 18 Friday Update: Community Events; Facilities Master Plan Help; Redistricting Commission
We have a number of ways for the community, families, parents and students to get involved with the Facilities Master Plan's Prioritization Committee and Community Survey and Redistricting Commission.
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Meal Pick up Change
Meal distribution is from 8 am to 1 p.m. on Tuesday. Due to the unhealthy air quality, we have changed the pick up process. We are now asking that the adult picking up the meal please follow the new signs at the location and to honk their horn when they reach the designated pick up spot and a member from the Nutrition Services team will come out and distribute the meals.
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September 11 Friday Update: Wellness Fridays; End to a Strange and Difficult Week
The social emotional support for students, families and staff is of heightened importance in this distance learning environment and I want the community to know that resources and support are available through school health centers, school counselors, teachers, principals, school support staff and the District’s team led by Jodi Couick and new Special Education Director Kristen Hardy.
