Student placement plan after school closure
Notice for 2/5/2024
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
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!
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!
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.
Save the Children hosted a wonderful Mother’s Day celebration for families who are part of the early childhood literacy and learning program.
Thank you to parents who attended the Keppel Academy Breakfast with the Superintendent, “Opening Doors to Dialogue” session today! Great engagement and questions.
Thank you to all of the parents who joined the Breakfast with the Superintendent, “Opening Doors to Dialogue” session at Daisy Gibson this morning. It was the biggest turnout yet! Thank you to Director Lunneborg, Support Services, who co-presented and to KUSD Board President Cullors, for welcoming guests. We look forward to breakfast at Keppel Academy on Friday, May 12th and hope to see students’ families there at 8:15 a.m. All are welcome.
It is a packed house at Keppel Academy’s Open House. Welcome families!
Thank you to the families who have attended Breakfast with the Superintendent, Opening Doors to Dialogue, at Pearblossom and Lake Los Angeles. Session content will be repeated at each of the schools. Consider joining one of the remaining breakfast meetings to receive updates and learn what is to come over the summer and in the 2023-24 school year. Remaining Dates: May 11th @ Daisy Gibson (8:15 a.m.); May 12th @ Keppel Academy (8:15 a.m.); May 15th @Alpine (9:00 a.m.); May 16th @ Antelope (9:00 a.m.)
Happy School Nurse’s/Health Professional’s Day to our caring student health teams! You watch over our students and nurture their overall health and wellbeing. Thank you for your support!
Happy Day of the Teacher to all of our KUSD amazing teachers! Thank you for all you do as agents for “Opening Doors to a World of Infinite Possibilities” for our students. You make a difference here.
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. Mother’s Day is celebrated today for mothers from Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, and Belize. We are here because of you, to serve and support children as they learn, grow, and prepare for their bright futures. Have a beautiful day. Feliz Dia de la Madre!
We celebrate National School Nurses’/Health Professionals’ Day on May 10th during National Nurses’ Week from May 6th-12th. Thank you to our District Nurse, LVNs and Health Clerks, for taking care of our students’ overall wellness in Keppel each day and during School Health Professionals’ Week!
In May we celebrate our education staff and their dedication to making learning opportunities rigorous, engaging, and enriching in Keppel. Day of the Teacher is May 10th and this whole week, from May 8th-12th, is Teacher Appreciation Week. Teachers, thank you for igniting creativity and critical thinking everyday in our students!
KUSD recognizes and thanks our Child Nutrition Professionals for their teamwork and dedication to students. We count on these team members to order, prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, and snacks to nourish students’ minds and bodies for greater focus and overall well-being.
