Keppel Union School District

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Dear KUSD Families, Keppel Union School District places the safety of students and staff as its highest priority. After assessing the current conditions of all Keppel Schools, we will reopen tomorrow, August 22, 2023. Adjustments will be made to bus routes impacted by road conditions and families will receive notification today to let them know about alternative bus routes. We look forward to seeing students in classes tomorrow. Thank you for your understanding and patience. Best regards, Dr. Walker Superintendent of Schools Estimadas familias de KUSD, El Distrito Escolar Unido de Keppel coloca la seguridad de los estudiantes y el personal como su máxima prioridad. Después de evaluar las condiciones actuales de todas las escuelas de Keppel, reabriremos mañana, 22 de agosto de 2023. Se realizarán ajustes a las rutas de autobús afectadas por las condiciones de la carretera y recibirán una notificación hoy para informarle sobre rutas de autobús alternativas. Esperamos ver a los estudiantes en las clases mañana. Gracias por su comprensión y paciencia. Atentamente, Dr. Walker Superintendente de Escuelas

Dear Families, The National Weather Service has issued a tropical storm warning for Hurricane Hilary from now until Monday night that will affect areas in Southern California, including Los Angeles County. Currently, tropical storm force winds of 20 to 40 mph are being projected with gusts to 45 mph in certain L.A. County areas. A flash flood warning has been issued for southern L.A. County with potential for 1 – 3 inches of water and higher in certain areas. It is advised to continue to prepare for impacts of the storm and expect roadway flooding, wind damage, and power outages. At this time, due to these possible impacts, Keppel Union School District will be closed tomorrow, Monday, August 21, 2023. We anticipate reopening schools on Tuesday August 22, 2023. For any questions or concerns please contact your child’s school principal. Stay safe and dry this weekend. Kind regards, Dr. Terry Walker Superintendent of Schools Queridas familias, El Servicio Meteorológico Nacional emitió una advertencia de tormenta tropical por el huracán Hilary desde ahora hasta el lunes por la noche que afectará áreas en el sur de California, incluido el condado de Los Ángeles. Actualmente, se proyectan vientos con fuerza de tormenta tropical de 20 a 40 mph con ráfagas de 45 mph en ciertas áreas del condado de Los Ángeles. Se emitió una advertencia de inundación repentina para el sur del condado de Los Ángeles con potencial de 1 a 3 pulgadas de agua y más en ciertas áreas. Se recomienda continuar preparándose para los impactos de la tormenta y esperar inundaciones en las carreteras, daños por viento y cortes de energía. En este momento, debido a estos posibles impactos, el Distrito Escolar Unido de Keppel estará cerrado mañana, lunes 21 de agosto de 2023. Anticipamos la reapertura de la escuela el martes 22 de agosto de 2023. Si tiene alguna pregunta o inquietud, comuníquese con la escuela de su hijo. Manténgase segura y seca este fin de semana. Atentamente, Dr. Terry Walker Superintendente de Escuelas

Keppel Union School District Families: The National Weather Service is issuing a tropical storm warning for Hurricane Hilary between Saturday and Monday that could affect areas in Southern California, including Los Angeles County. Currently, there is a projected storm surge for the South and Southeast areas of LA County, projected gusts of winds upwards to 50 mph in the mountain areas. Currently, the Antelope Valley is under a tropical storm and flood watch. At this time, it is advised to plan for storm basics and expect: Wind Debris Power outages Flooding Road/street blocks Keppel Union School District places the safety of students and staff as its highest priority. Keppel Union SD will send communications regarding the storm surge and its effects on the operation of our schools through our ParentSquare communication tool. You can also access information on our website at www.keppelunion.org Best regards, Dr. Terry Walker Superintendent of Schools

Preschool applications will continue to be processed at the enrollment center. Applications will continue to be available for parents at the enrollment center as well as on the district website  https://www.keppelunion.org/ Should you have further questions, please call The Enrollment Center at (661) 434- 4441 Or visit us at 35118 82nd St. E. Littlerock, CA 93543

La solicitude del programa preescolar seguirán siendo procesadas en el centro de matriculacion. La solicitude sigue disponibles para los padres en el centro de matriculacion, al igual que en el sitio web del distrito --> https://www.keppelunion.org/ Si tiene más preguntas, llame al Centro de Matriculacion al (661) 434-4441 O visítenos en 35118 82nd St. E. Littlerock, CA 93543

Dear Keppel family, We are so excited for this new school year and what it will bring to our children, families and staff. As many of you may be aware, we have an enrollment center this year that was handling enrollments for all schools. However, to better serve the community, all enrollment will be transitioning back to the school sites, effective Monday August 14, 2023. What does this mean? If your child is still pending enrollment, please call your school of residence and inquire about the status of the enrollment. Also, any questions regarding enrollment from grades K-8th grade, please direct them to the school of residence. We thank you for your patience and cooperation during this transition. -Keppel Union School District

Querida familia Keppel, Estamos muy emocionados por este nuevo año escolar y lo que traerá a nuestros niños, familias y personal. Como muchos de ustedes sabrán, tenemos un centro de matriculacion este año que estaba manejando las matriculaciones para todas las escuelas. Sin embargo, para servir mejor a la comunidad, todas las matriculaciones volverán a las escuelas a partir del lunes 14 de Agosto de 2023. ¿Qué quiere decir esto? Si la matriculacion de su hijo (a) aún está pendiente, llame a la escuela de residencia y pregunte sobre el estado de la matriculacion. Además, si tiene alguna pregunta sobre la matriculacion de los grados K-8, diríjase a la escuela de residencia. Le agradecemos su paciencia y cooperación durante esta transición. -Distrito Escolar de Keppel

Keppel Clinic will take place Wednesday June 28th Daisy Gibson Elementary 11am-2pm

Good afternoon Keppel families, The Transportation Department is excited about this upcoming school year 2023-2024! We are now accepting and processing Transportation Applications. If your child/children will be attending one of our Keppel schools for the 2023-2024 school year, please complete and return the transportation application by Friday, July 28, 2023. Transportation applications will be available at all Keppel schools, Transportation Department, Support Services (The Enrollment Center), and via the District's website under "Transportation" . If your child is currently a bus rider for "Summer School", you can also get a copy of the application from your child's bus driver. If you have any questions regarding transportation please call us directly at (661) 675-4480. The Transportation department is committed to safely and efficiently transport your children to and from school. Thank you for allowing us to serve our community and our students! Transportation Department

PREVIEW LOCAL CONTROL AND ACCOUNTABILITY PLAN (LCAP) Hello Keppel Families, Please take some time to review our Preview Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP): https://drive.google.com/file/d/1v_eiDo7aXnoYxX_Nm4mYRMEQ-0QDM2b4/view?usp=sharing Please click the following link to provide your valuable input on our Preview Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP): https://forms.gle/ynqoRE9GQahVT4Bn9

Congratulations on completing the 2022-23 school year to our amazing Keppel students. We are so proud of all of you and celebrate your many successes alongside your and your families. Promotion ceremonies continue today and students will be released according to the minimum day schedule. Have a wonderful summer!

Keppel Union Wellness Clinic is coming soon!!! Thursday, June 1st 2023 Keppel Academy - Staff Development Room

This week KUSD recognizes our dedicated Classified employees who support our students and their families, our staff, and the Keppel learning community. Thank you to each Classified Team Member (CSEA Chapter #516) for being on the front lines to keep the business of the district running smoothly and our students safe, academically engaged, healthy, and well-fed! You are simply amazing and “Open Doors to a World of Infinite Possibilities” for our students. THANK YOU!!!

Our District History-Social Science Adoption Committee has worked hard to pilot materials from three publishers. They made a recommendation for our District’s new core materials. Great work, Team!

Friendly reminder!! TK and K enrolling NOW!

This evening the District recognized seven Teachers for successfully completing the KUSD Teacher Induction Program. Thank you to Mr. Rob Sinclair for his stellar work as the New Teacher Support Coordinator and to the dedicated Teacher Mentors and Principals who supported their learning journey. Congratulations, Induction Graduates: Kayli Clark, Kara Hulbert, Tiffani Loria, Lizzie Perry, Olivia Rada, Marion McGinnis, and Traci Varner. We are so proud of you for your dedicated service to “Opening Doors to a World of Infinite Possibilities” for students in Keppel.

5/14/23 Happy Mothers’ Day to all of our Keppel mothers, grandmothers, and extended family role models who share their children with us in Keppel and who celebrate Mother’s Day today. We appreciate all you do to nurture your children. We are here because of you, to serve and support children as they learn, grow, and prepare to make a difference in this world. Have a beautiful day.

What fun! Students in Ms. Mansur’s class at Alpine released their butterflies today, contributing to beauty and nature.