PTO News 6/3-9

Reminders

  • Wed, June 5: Dine Out at Chipotle in downtown RWC. Come meet incoming 6th grade students and families!
  • Monday and Tuesday are regular days with regular dismissal times.
  • Wednesday, June 5: 1:50 pm dismissal
  • Thursday, June 6: 12:00 pm dismissal
  • Friday, June 7: 12:00 pm dismissal

Message from Mrs. Leonardo

Check out the most recent Cougar Connect for a message from Mrs. Leonardo, as well as additional information regarding school policies and programs Kennedy has to offer. Prior Cougar Connects are now easily found under the ‘Home’ tab.

WhatsApp Group in Spanish

If you prefer to receive information in Spanish and by text, scan this QR code to join the Kennedy Family Center’s WhatsApp group “Padres de Kennedy 2023“! You will receive updated Kennedy Middle School information in Spanish and reminders of our school events.

Scan the QR code below, or use THIS LINK

Yearbook 2023-2024

Capture your memories in this year’s John F. Kennedy Middle School Yearbook!

10% OFF IF YOU PURCHASE BY SEPTEMBER 30!

To purchase…

  1. go to www.treering/validate
  2. Enter your school’s passcode: 1015926081674110

Regular price: $38.29

Purchase by: April 11, 2024

Direct Drive

Kennedy Middle School Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is a nonprofit volunteer organization (tax ID 47-1531115) whose mission is to help students thrive and grow into the next generation of community and business leaders. To support this mission, we raise funding and organize parent volunteers to help our school better serve its students.

Kennedy offers an array of programs to support our students’ social, emotional, physical and academic needs, many of which are funded by the efforts of the PTO.

In 2023/2024, our direct drive fundraising goal is $30,000. We are asking $200 per family, but please consider donating any amount that fits your personal financial situation. Whether it’s $25, $50, $100 or $1,000, every dollar helps us reach our fundraising goal and our students are worth our investment.

  • Online donation options are on our donate page: Click HERE
  • Check payments may be left in the PTO box inside the office or mailed to the school: Kennedy PTO, 2521 Goodwin Avenue, Redwood City, CA 94061. Please make checks payable to JFK Middle School PTO.
  • Double your donation – check with your employer to see if they will match your generous donation.
  • Please also consider a donation of your time. The PTO is always looking for volunteers to help with school events. For more information, please visit: www.kennedycougarspto.org/volunteer.
  • Feel free to email info@kennedycougarspto.org with questions or for more information.

For more info: https://kennedycougarspto.org/direct-drive

Spirit Wear

Welcome to the Kennedy Middle School spirit wear store! Here’s a sneak peak – Get yours today!

The store will remain open throughout the school year.  Orders will be processed on Mondays and take 10-15 working days to complete.  Upon completion an email notification will be sent letting you know that the order is ready for shipping or for pickup at Goetz Bros. Sporting Goods (1125 Industrial Rd, San Carlos)

Amazon Wishlist

If you’d like to contribute directly to a teacher’s classroom, check out the Kennedy’s Amazon Wishlist , created by Mrs Leonardo. The wishlist will be updated based on classroom needs.

Stay in Touch

Follow the KMS PTO on Instagram (@Kennedycougarspto) and Facebook to stay up-t0-date.

If you’d prefer information in Spanish, join this WhatsApp Group

Feel free to email with questions or concerns info@kennedycougarspto.org.

PTO News 5/20-26

Reminders

  • Monday, May 27: NO SCHOOL for Memorial Day
  • Wednesday, May 29: Minimum Day dismissal @ 1:50pm, and OPEN HOUSE!

Message from Mrs. Leonardo

Check out the most recent Cougar Connect for a message from Mrs. Leonardo, as well as additional information regarding school policies and programs Kennedy has to offer. Prior Cougar Connects are now easily found under the ‘Home’ tab.

Donate to our ‘Community Needs’

 Our Family Center is collecting clothing items to provide students when there are dress code violations, stains, ripped clothes due to PE, etc. If you have some of the following items available, please drop off at the Kennedy Family Center, anytime between 8a-4p. Our students thank you!!

  • Gently used items requested: Size L/XL of lightly used sweatshirts, sweatpants and t-shirts, but all sizes welcome
  • New items requested: socks and undergarments in all sizes
  • Drop off items between 8-4 at the Kennedy Family Center

WhatsApp Group in Spanish

If you prefer to receive information in Spanish and by text, scan this QR code to join the Kennedy Family Center’s WhatsApp group “Padres de Kennedy 2023“! You will receive updated Kennedy Middle School information in Spanish and reminders of our school events.

Scan the QR code below, or use THIS LINK

Yearbook 2023-2024

Capture your memories in this year’s John F. Kennedy Middle School Yearbook!

10% OFF IF YOU PURCHASE BY SEPTEMBER 30!

To purchase…

  1. go to www.treering/validate
  2. Enter your school’s passcode: 1015926081674110

Regular price: $38.29

Purchase by: April 11, 2024

Direct Drive

Kennedy Middle School Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is a nonprofit volunteer organization (tax ID 47-1531115) whose mission is to help students thrive and grow into the next generation of community and business leaders. To support this mission, we raise funding and organize parent volunteers to help our school better serve its students.

Kennedy offers an array of programs to support our students’ social, emotional, physical and academic needs, many of which are funded by the efforts of the PTO.

In 2023/2024, our direct drive fundraising goal is $30,000. We are asking $200 per family, but please consider donating any amount that fits your personal financial situation. Whether it’s $25, $50, $100 or $1,000, every dollar helps us reach our fundraising goal and our students are worth our investment.

  • Online donation options are on our donate page: Click HERE
  • Check payments may be left in the PTO box inside the office or mailed to the school: Kennedy PTO, 2521 Goodwin Avenue, Redwood City, CA 94061. Please make checks payable to JFK Middle School PTO.
  • Double your donation – check with your employer to see if they will match your generous donation.
  • Please also consider a donation of your time. The PTO is always looking for volunteers to help with school events. For more information, please visit: www.kennedycougarspto.org/volunteer.
  • Feel free to email info@kennedycougarspto.org with questions or for more information.

For more info: https://kennedycougarspto.org/direct-drive

Spirit Wear

Welcome to the Kennedy Middle School spirit wear store! Here’s a sneak peak – Get yours today!

The store will remain open throughout the school year.  Orders will be processed on Mondays and take 10-15 working days to complete.  Upon completion an email notification will be sent letting you know that the order is ready for shipping or for pickup at Goetz Bros. Sporting Goods (1125 Industrial Rd, San Carlos)

Amazon Wishlist

If you’d like to contribute directly to a teacher’s classroom, check out the Kennedy’s Amazon Wishlist , created by Mrs Leonardo. The wishlist will be updated based on classroom needs.

Stay in Touch

Follow the KMS PTO on Instagram (@Kennedycougarspto) and Facebook to stay up-t0-date.

If you’d prefer information in Spanish, join this WhatsApp Group

Feel free to email with questions or concerns info@kennedycougarspto.org.

PTO News 5/13-19

Message from Mrs. Leonardo

Check out the most recent Cougar Connect for a message from Mrs. Leonardo, as well as additional information regarding school policies and programs Kennedy has to offer. Prior Cougar Connects are now easily found under the ‘Home’ tab.

Check out the mural-in-progress!

If you’d like to get involved, see this week’s Cougar Connect for more information.

Donate to our ‘Community Needs’

 Our Family Center is collecting clothing items to provide students when there are dress code violations, stains, ripped clothes due to PE, etc. If you have some of the following items available, please drop off at the Kennedy Family Center, anytime between 8a-4p. Our students thank you!!

  • Gently used items requested: Size L/XL of lightly used sweatshirts, sweatpants and t-shirts, but all sizes welcome
  • New items requested: socks and undergarments in all sizes
  • Drop off items between 8-4 at the Kennedy Family Center

New WhatsApp Group

If you prefer to receive information in Spanish and by text, scan this QR code to join the Kennedy Family Center’s WhatsApp group “Padres de Kennedy 2023“! You will receive updated Kennedy Middle School information in Spanish and reminders of our school events.

Scan the QR code below, or use THIS LINK

Yearbook 2023-2024

Capture your memories in this year’s John F. Kennedy Middle School Yearbook!

10% OFF IF YOU PURCHASE BY SEPTEMBER 30!

To purchase…

  1. go to www.treering/validate
  2. Enter your school’s passcode: 1015926081674110

Regular price: $38.29

Purchase by: April 11, 2024

Direct Drive

Kennedy Middle School Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is a nonprofit volunteer organization (tax ID 47-1531115) whose mission is to help students thrive and grow into the next generation of community and business leaders. To support this mission, we raise funding and organize parent volunteers to help our school better serve its students.

Kennedy offers an array of programs to support our students’ social, emotional, physical and academic needs, many of which are funded by the efforts of the PTO.

In 2023/2024, our direct drive fundraising goal is $30,000. We are asking $200 per family, but please consider donating any amount that fits your personal financial situation. Whether it’s $25, $50, $100 or $1,000, every dollar helps us reach our fundraising goal and our students are worth our investment.

  • Online donation options are on our donate page: Click HERE
  • Check payments may be left in the PTO box inside the office or mailed to the school: Kennedy PTO, 2521 Goodwin Avenue, Redwood City, CA 94061. Please make checks payable to JFK Middle School PTO.
  • Double your donation – check with your employer to see if they will match your generous donation.
  • Please also consider a donation of your time. The PTO is always looking for volunteers to help with school events. For more information, please visit: www.kennedycougarspto.org/volunteer.
  • Feel free to email info@kennedycougarspto.org with questions or for more information.

For more info: https://kennedycougarspto.org/direct-drive

2023/2024 PTO Open Positions

Please consider taking on one of these vital roles this year! We’d love to have you join us in any way you can – Reach out to info@kennedycougarspto.org with questions and for more info!

  • 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade-Level Community Leaders – Work with PTO to communicate needs and ideas for each grade level. Ensure parents know what’s happening in each grade.
  • Parent Volunteer Coordinator – Create sign-up forms and help recruit and coordinate volunteers for PTO and school events.
  • Safe Routes To School Coordinator – Work with PTO to encourage students to bike and walk to school. Help kids with traffic safety skills and work to reduce traffic congestion.
  • Spirit Wear Lead – Manage spirit wear webpage and work with the vendor on designs. Help promote sales with the PTO communications team.
  • STEAM Liaison – Work with KMS STEAM Program lead teacher to support the program. Coordinating family volunteers for program activities as needed.
  • Student Activities Coordinator – Help plan two school dances
    (October & March); organize DJ, food and decorations, and recruit volunteers.
  • Student Store Coordinator – Work with KMS administrators to procure, organize, and distribute Student Store items.

Spirit Wear

Welcome to the Kennedy Middle School spirit wear store! Here’s a sneak peak – Get yours today!

The store will remain open throughout the school year.  Orders will be processed on Mondays and take 10-15 working days to complete.  Upon completion an email notification will be sent letting you know that the order is ready for shipping or for pickup at Goetz Bros. Sporting Goods (1125 Industrial Rd, San Carlos)

Amazon Wishlist

If you’d like to contribute directly to a teacher’s classroom, check out the Kennedy’s Amazon Wishlist , created by Mrs Leonardo. The wishlist will be updated based on classroom needs.

Stay in Touch

Follow the KMS PTO on Instagram (@Kennedycougarspto) and Facebook to stay up-t0-date.

If you’d prefer information in Spanish, join this WhatsApp Group

Feel free to email with questions or concerns info@kennedycougarspto.org.

PTO News 5/6-12

Reminders & Upcoming

Kennedy Middle School was nominated for a Best of 2024 award in the middle school category. Take a look at the ballot, and cast your vote here!

Message from Mrs. Leonardo

Check out the most recent Cougar Connect for a message from Mrs. Leonardo, as well as additional information regarding school policies and programs Kennedy has to offer. Prior Cougar Connects are now easily found under the ‘Home’ tab.

Donate to our ‘Community Needs’

 Our Family Center is collecting clothing items to provide students when there are dress code violations, stains, ripped clothes due to PE, etc. If you have some of the following items available, please drop off at the Kennedy Family Center, anytime between 8a-4p. Our students thank you!!

  • Gently used items requested: Size L/XL of lightly used sweatshirts, sweatpants and t-shirts, but all sizes welcome
  • New items requested: socks and undergarments in all sizes
  • Drop off items between 8-4 at the Kennedy Family Center

New WhatsApp Group

If you prefer to receive information in Spanish and by text, scan this QR code to join the Kennedy Family Center’s WhatsApp group “Padres de Kennedy 2023“! You will receive updated Kennedy Middle School information in Spanish and reminders of our school events.

Scan the QR code below, or use THIS LINK

Yearbook 2023-2024

Capture your memories in this year’s John F. Kennedy Middle School Yearbook!

10% OFF IF YOU PURCHASE BY SEPTEMBER 30!

To purchase…

  1. go to www.treering/validate
  2. Enter your school’s passcode: 1015926081674110

Regular price: $38.29

Purchase by: April 11, 2024

Direct Drive

Kennedy Middle School Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is a nonprofit volunteer organization (tax ID 47-1531115) whose mission is to help students thrive and grow into the next generation of community and business leaders. To support this mission, we raise funding and organize parent volunteers to help our school better serve its students.

Kennedy offers an array of programs to support our students’ social, emotional, physical and academic needs, many of which are funded by the efforts of the PTO.

In 2023/2024, our direct drive fundraising goal is $30,000. We are asking $200 per family, but please consider donating any amount that fits your personal financial situation. Whether it’s $25, $50, $100 or $1,000, every dollar helps us reach our fundraising goal and our students are worth our investment.

  • Online donation options are on our donate page: Click HERE
  • Check payments may be left in the PTO box inside the office or mailed to the school: Kennedy PTO, 2521 Goodwin Avenue, Redwood City, CA 94061. Please make checks payable to JFK Middle School PTO.
  • Double your donation – check with your employer to see if they will match your generous donation.
  • Please also consider a donation of your time. The PTO is always looking for volunteers to help with school events. For more information, please visit: www.kennedycougarspto.org/volunteer.
  • Feel free to email info@kennedycougarspto.org with questions or for more information.

For more info: https://kennedycougarspto.org/direct-drive

2023/2024 PTO Open Positions

Please consider taking on one of these vital roles this year! We’d love to have you join us in any way you can – Reach out to info@kennedycougarspto.org with questions and for more info!

  • 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade-Level Community Leaders – Work with PTO to communicate needs and ideas for each grade level. Ensure parents know what’s happening in each grade.
  • Parent Volunteer Coordinator – Create sign-up forms and help recruit and coordinate volunteers for PTO and school events.
  • Safe Routes To School Coordinator – Work with PTO to encourage students to bike and walk to school. Help kids with traffic safety skills and work to reduce traffic congestion.
  • Spirit Wear Lead – Manage spirit wear webpage and work with the vendor on designs. Help promote sales with the PTO communications team.
  • STEAM Liaison – Work with KMS STEAM Program lead teacher to support the program. Coordinating family volunteers for program activities as needed.
  • Student Activities Coordinator – Help plan two school dances
    (October & March); organize DJ, food and decorations, and recruit volunteers.
  • Student Store Coordinator – Work with KMS administrators to procure, organize, and distribute Student Store items.

Spirit Wear

Welcome to the Kennedy Middle School spirit wear store! Here’s a sneak peak – Get yours today!

The store will remain open throughout the school year.  Orders will be processed on Mondays and take 10-15 working days to complete.  Upon completion an email notification will be sent letting you know that the order is ready for shipping or for pickup at Goetz Bros. Sporting Goods (1125 Industrial Rd, San Carlos)

Amazon Wishlist

If you’d like to contribute directly to a teacher’s classroom, check out the Kennedy’s Amazon Wishlist , created by Mrs Leonardo. The wishlist will be updated based on classroom needs.

Stay in Touch

Follow the KMS PTO on Instagram (@Kennedycougarspto) and Facebook to stay up-t0-date.

If you’d prefer information in Spanish, join this WhatsApp Group

Feel free to email with questions or concerns info@kennedycougarspto.org.

PTO News 4/30-5/5

Reminders & Upcoming

Tues 4/30: PTO Meeting in the KMS library, 7pm-8:30pm

Thurs 5/2: Super Minimum Day, dismissal at 12pm

Congratulations to all the cast and crew of The Addams Family. What a show!!

Kennedy Middle School was nominated for a Best of 2024 award in the middle school category. Take a look at the ballot, and cast your vote here!

The Color Run is coming up, on May 10. Start your fundraising now!

Message from Mrs. Leonardo

Check out the most recent Cougar Connect for a message from Mrs. Leonardo, as well as additional information regarding school policies and programs Kennedy has to offer. Prior Cougar Connects are now easily found under the ‘Home’ tab.

Donate to our ‘Community Needs’

 Our Family Center is collecting clothing items to provide students when there are dress code violations, stains, ripped clothes due to PE, etc. If you have some of the following items available, please drop off at the Kennedy Family Center, anytime between 8a-4p. Our students thank you!!

  • Gently used items requested: Size L/XL of lightly used sweatshirts, sweatpants and t-shirts, but all sizes welcome
  • New items requested: socks and undergarments in all sizes
  • Drop off items between 8-4 at the Kennedy Family Center

New WhatsApp Group

If you prefer to receive information in Spanish and by text, scan this QR code to join the Kennedy Family Center’s WhatsApp group “Padres de Kennedy 2023“! You will receive updated Kennedy Middle School information in Spanish and reminders of our school events.

Scan the QR code below, or use THIS LINK

Yearbook 2023-2024

Capture your memories in this year’s John F. Kennedy Middle School Yearbook!

10% OFF IF YOU PURCHASE BY SEPTEMBER 30!

To purchase…

  1. go to www.treering/validate
  2. Enter your school’s passcode: 1015926081674110

Regular price: $38.29

Purchase by: April 11, 2024

Direct Drive

Kennedy Middle School Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is a nonprofit volunteer organization (tax ID 47-1531115) whose mission is to help students thrive and grow into the next generation of community and business leaders. To support this mission, we raise funding and organize parent volunteers to help our school better serve its students.

Kennedy offers an array of programs to support our students’ social, emotional, physical and academic needs, many of which are funded by the efforts of the PTO.

In 2023/2024, our direct drive fundraising goal is $30,000. We are asking $200 per family, but please consider donating any amount that fits your personal financial situation. Whether it’s $25, $50, $100 or $1,000, every dollar helps us reach our fundraising goal and our students are worth our investment.

  • Online donation options are on our donate page: Click HERE
  • Check payments may be left in the PTO box inside the office or mailed to the school: Kennedy PTO, 2521 Goodwin Avenue, Redwood City, CA 94061. Please make checks payable to JFK Middle School PTO.
  • Double your donation – check with your employer to see if they will match your generous donation.
  • Please also consider a donation of your time. The PTO is always looking for volunteers to help with school events. For more information, please visit: www.kennedycougarspto.org/volunteer.
  • Feel free to email info@kennedycougarspto.org with questions or for more information.

For more info: https://kennedycougarspto.org/direct-drive

2023/2024 PTO Open Positions

Please consider taking on one of these vital roles this year! We’d love to have you join us in any way you can – Reach out to info@kennedycougarspto.org with questions and for more info!

  • 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade-Level Community Leaders – Work with PTO to communicate needs and ideas for each grade level. Ensure parents know what’s happening in each grade.
  • Parent Volunteer Coordinator – Create sign-up forms and help recruit and coordinate volunteers for PTO and school events.
  • Safe Routes To School Coordinator – Work with PTO to encourage students to bike and walk to school. Help kids with traffic safety skills and work to reduce traffic congestion.
  • Spirit Wear Lead – Manage spirit wear webpage and work with the vendor on designs. Help promote sales with the PTO communications team.
  • STEAM Liaison – Work with KMS STEAM Program lead teacher to support the program. Coordinating family volunteers for program activities as needed.
  • Student Activities Coordinator – Help plan two school dances
    (October & March); organize DJ, food and decorations, and recruit volunteers.
  • Student Store Coordinator – Work with KMS administrators to procure, organize, and distribute Student Store items.

Spirit Wear

Welcome to the Kennedy Middle School spirit wear store! Here’s a sneak peak – Get yours today!

The store will remain open throughout the school year.  Orders will be processed on Mondays and take 10-15 working days to complete.  Upon completion an email notification will be sent letting you know that the order is ready for shipping or for pickup at Goetz Bros. Sporting Goods (1125 Industrial Rd, San Carlos)

Amazon Wishlist

If you’d like to contribute directly to a teacher’s classroom, check out the Kennedy’s Amazon Wishlist , created by Mrs Leonardo. The wishlist will be updated based on classroom needs.

Stay in Touch

Follow the KMS PTO on Instagram (@Kennedycougarspto) and Facebook to stay up-t0-date.

If you’d prefer information in Spanish, join this WhatsApp Group

Feel free to email with questions or

PTO News 4/22-29

Reminders & Upcoming

Tues 4/30: PTO Meeting in the KMS library, 7pm-8:30pm

Don’t forget to buy your tickets for our spring musical, The Addams Family!

Kennedy Middle School was nominated for a Best of 2024 award in the middle school category. Take a look at the ballot, and cast your vote here!

The Color Run is coming up, on May 10. Start your fundraising now!

Message from Mrs. Leonardo

Check out the most recent Cougar Connect for a message from Mrs. Leonardo, as well as additional information regarding school policies and programs Kennedy has to offer. Prior Cougar Connects are now easily found under the ‘Home’ tab.

Donate to our ‘Community Needs’

 Our Family Center is collecting clothing items to provide students when there are dress code violations, stains, ripped clothes due to PE, etc. If you have some of the following items available, please drop off at the Kennedy Family Center, anytime between 8a-4p. Our students thank you!!

  • Gently used items requested: Size L/XL of lightly used sweatshirts, sweatpants and t-shirts, but all sizes welcome
  • New items requested: socks and undergarments in all sizes
  • Drop off items between 8-4 at the Kennedy Family Center

New WhatsApp Group

If you prefer to receive information in Spanish and by text, scan this QR code to join the Kennedy Family Center’s WhatsApp group “Padres de Kennedy 2023“! You will receive updated Kennedy Middle School information in Spanish and reminders of our school events.

Scan the QR code below, or use THIS LINK

Yearbook 2023-2024

Capture your memories in this year’s John F. Kennedy Middle School Yearbook!

10% OFF IF YOU PURCHASE BY SEPTEMBER 30!

To purchase…

  1. go to www.treering/validate
  2. Enter your school’s passcode: 1015926081674110

Regular price: $38.29

Purchase by: April 11, 2024

Direct Drive

Kennedy Middle School Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is a nonprofit volunteer organization (tax ID 47-1531115) whose mission is to help students thrive and grow into the next generation of community and business leaders. To support this mission, we raise funding and organize parent volunteers to help our school better serve its students.

Kennedy offers an array of programs to support our students’ social, emotional, physical and academic needs, many of which are funded by the efforts of the PTO.

In 2023/2024, our direct drive fundraising goal is $30,000. We are asking $200 per family, but please consider donating any amount that fits your personal financial situation. Whether it’s $25, $50, $100 or $1,000, every dollar helps us reach our fundraising goal and our students are worth our investment.

  • Online donation options are on our donate page: Click HERE
  • Check payments may be left in the PTO box inside the office or mailed to the school: Kennedy PTO, 2521 Goodwin Avenue, Redwood City, CA 94061. Please make checks payable to JFK Middle School PTO.
  • Double your donation – check with your employer to see if they will match your generous donation.
  • Please also consider a donation of your time. The PTO is always looking for volunteers to help with school events. For more information, please visit: www.kennedycougarspto.org/volunteer.
  • Feel free to email info@kennedycougarspto.org with questions or for more information.

For more info: https://kennedycougarspto.org/direct-drive

2023/2024 PTO Open Positions

Please consider taking on one of these vital roles this year! We’d love to have you join us in any way you can – Reach out to info@kennedycougarspto.org with questions and for more info!

  • 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade-Level Community Leaders – Work with PTO to communicate needs and ideas for each grade level. Ensure parents know what’s happening in each grade.
  • Parent Volunteer Coordinator – Create sign-up forms and help recruit and coordinate volunteers for PTO and school events.
  • Safe Routes To School Coordinator – Work with PTO to encourage students to bike and walk to school. Help kids with traffic safety skills and work to reduce traffic congestion.
  • Spirit Wear Lead – Manage spirit wear webpage and work with the vendor on designs. Help promote sales with the PTO communications team.
  • STEAM Liaison – Work with KMS STEAM Program lead teacher to support the program. Coordinating family volunteers for program activities as needed.
  • Student Activities Coordinator – Help plan two school dances
    (October & March); organize DJ, food and decorations, and recruit volunteers.
  • Student Store Coordinator – Work with KMS administrators to procure, organize, and distribute Student Store items.

Spirit Wear

Welcome to the Kennedy Middle School spirit wear store! Here’s a sneak peak – Get yours today!

The store will remain open throughout the school year.  Orders will be processed on Mondays and take 10-15 working days to complete.  Upon completion an email notification will be sent letting you know that the order is ready for shipping or for pickup at Goetz Bros. Sporting Goods (1125 Industrial Rd, San Carlos)

Amazon Wishlist

If you’d like to contribute directly to a teacher’s classroom, check out the Kennedy’s Amazon Wishlist , created by Mrs Leonardo. The wishlist will be updated based on classroom needs.

Stay in Touch

Follow the KMS PTO on Instagram (@Kennedycougarspto) and Facebook to stay up-t0-date.

If you’d prefer information in Spanish, join this WhatsApp Group

Feel free to email with questions or concerns info@kennedycougarspto.org.

PTO News 4/15-21

Reminders & Upcoming

Wed 4/17: Spring Concert, in the gym @ 7pm

Thurs 4/18: Coffee with the Principal @ 8:45am in the Library

Don’t forget to buy your tickets for our spring musical, The Addams Family!

The Color Run is coming up, on May 10. Start your fundraising now!

Message from Mrs. Leonardo

Check out the most recent Cougar Connect for a message from Mrs. Leonardo, as well as additional information regarding school policies and programs Kennedy has to offer. Prior Cougar Connects are now easily found under the ‘Home’ tab.

Donate to our ‘Community Needs’

 Our Family Center is collecting clothing items to provide students when there are dress code violations, stains, ripped clothes due to PE, etc. If you have some of the following items available, please drop off at the Kennedy Family Center, anytime between 8a-4p. Our students thank you!!

  • Gently used items requested: Size L/XL of lightly used sweatshirts, sweatpants and t-shirts, but all sizes welcome
  • New items requested: socks and undergarments in all sizes
  • Drop off items between 8-4 at the Kennedy Family Center

New WhatsApp Group

If you prefer to receive information in Spanish and by text, scan this QR code to join the Kennedy Family Center’s WhatsApp group “Padres de Kennedy 2023“! You will receive updated Kennedy Middle School information in Spanish and reminders of our school events.

Scan the QR code below, or use THIS LINK

Yearbook 2023-2024

Capture your memories in this year’s John F. Kennedy Middle School Yearbook!

10% OFF IF YOU PURCHASE BY SEPTEMBER 30!

To purchase…

  1. go to www.treering/validate
  2. Enter your school’s passcode: 1015926081674110

Regular price: $38.29

Purchase by: April 11, 2024

Direct Drive

Kennedy Middle School Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is a nonprofit volunteer organization (tax ID 47-1531115) whose mission is to help students thrive and grow into the next generation of community and business leaders. To support this mission, we raise funding and organize parent volunteers to help our school better serve its students.

Kennedy offers an array of programs to support our students’ social, emotional, physical and academic needs, many of which are funded by the efforts of the PTO.

In 2023/2024, our direct drive fundraising goal is $30,000. We are asking $200 per family, but please consider donating any amount that fits your personal financial situation. Whether it’s $25, $50, $100 or $1,000, every dollar helps us reach our fundraising goal and our students are worth our investment.

  • Online donation options are on our donate page: Click HERE
  • Check payments may be left in the PTO box inside the office or mailed to the school: Kennedy PTO, 2521 Goodwin Avenue, Redwood City, CA 94061. Please make checks payable to JFK Middle School PTO.
  • Double your donation – check with your employer to see if they will match your generous donation.
  • Please also consider a donation of your time. The PTO is always looking for volunteers to help with school events. For more information, please visit: www.kennedycougarspto.org/volunteer.
  • Feel free to email info@kennedycougarspto.org with questions or for more information.

For more info: https://kennedycougarspto.org/direct-drive

2023/2024 PTO Open Positions

Please consider taking on one of these vital roles this year! We’d love to have you join us in any way you can – Reach out to info@kennedycougarspto.org with questions and for more info!

  • 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade-Level Community Leaders – Work with PTO to communicate needs and ideas for each grade level. Ensure parents know what’s happening in each grade.
  • Parent Volunteer Coordinator – Create sign-up forms and help recruit and coordinate volunteers for PTO and school events.
  • Safe Routes To School Coordinator – Work with PTO to encourage students to bike and walk to school. Help kids with traffic safety skills and work to reduce traffic congestion.
  • Spirit Wear Lead – Manage spirit wear webpage and work with the vendor on designs. Help promote sales with the PTO communications team.
  • STEAM Liaison – Work with KMS STEAM Program lead teacher to support the program. Coordinating family volunteers for program activities as needed.
  • Student Activities Coordinator – Help plan two school dances
    (October & March); organize DJ, food and decorations, and recruit volunteers.
  • Student Store Coordinator – Work with KMS administrators to procure, organize, and distribute Student Store items.

Spirit Wear

Welcome to the Kennedy Middle School spirit wear store! Here’s a sneak peak – Get yours today!

The store will remain open throughout the school year.  Orders will be processed on Mondays and take 10-15 working days to complete.  Upon completion an email notification will be sent letting you know that the order is ready for shipping or for pickup at Goetz Bros. Sporting Goods (1125 Industrial Rd, San Carlos)

Amazon Wishlist

If you’d like to contribute directly to a teacher’s classroom, check out the Kennedy’s Amazon Wishlist , created by Mrs Leonardo. The wishlist will be updated based on classroom needs.

Stay in Touch

Follow the KMS PTO on Instagram (@Kennedycougarspto) and Facebook to stay up-t0-date.

If you’d prefer information in Spanish, join this WhatsApp Group

Feel free to email with questions or concerns info@kennedycougarspto.org.

PTO News 4/1-14

Reminders & Upcoming

Wed 4/3: Dine-Out at Panda Express — see flyers below

Thurs 4/4: Super Minimum Day — dismissal at 12pm

Fri 4/5: Regular Minimum Day — dismissal at 1:50pm

4/8-12: NO SCHOOL — Enjoy Spring Break!!

Message from our PTO President

Hello, Kennedy Community!

As we head toward spring and the final trimester of this school year, keep those donations coming! Remember no amount is too small and all funds directly support KMS students, faculty, and staff. If you are able, DONATE HERE! Donate – KMS PTO

Don’t forget to follow the KMS PTO on Instagram and Facebook, @KennedyCougarsPTO.

Check out www.kennedycougarspto.org for more info.

Kind regards,

Jess Bryski

Message from Mrs. Leonardo

Check out the most recent Cougar Connect for a message from Mrs. Leonardo, as well as additional information regarding school policies and programs Kennedy has to offer. Prior Cougar Connects are now easily found under the ‘Home’ tab.

Donate to our ‘Community Needs’

 Our Family Center is collecting clothing items to provide students when there are dress code violations, stains, ripped clothes due to PE, etc. If you have some of the following items available, please drop off at the Kennedy Family Center, anytime between 8a-4p. Our students thank you!!

  • Gently used items requested: Size L/XL of lightly used sweatshirts, sweatpants and t-shirts, but all sizes welcome
  • New items requested: socks and undergarments in all sizes
  • Drop off items between 8-4 at the Kennedy Family Center

New WhatsApp Group

If you prefer to receive information in Spanish and by text, scan this QR code to join the Kennedy Family Center’s WhatsApp group “Padres de Kennedy 2023“! You will receive updated Kennedy Middle School information in Spanish and reminders of our school events.

Scan the QR code below, or use THIS LINK

Yearbook 2023-2024

Capture your memories in this year’s John F. Kennedy Middle School Yearbook!

10% OFF IF YOU PURCHASE BY SEPTEMBER 30!

To purchase…

  1. go to www.treering/validate
  2. Enter your school’s passcode: 1015926081674110

Regular price: $38.29

Purchase by: April 11, 2024

Direct Drive

Kennedy Middle School Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is a nonprofit volunteer organization (tax ID 47-1531115) whose mission is to help students thrive and grow into the next generation of community and business leaders. To support this mission, we raise funding and organize parent volunteers to help our school better serve its students.

Kennedy offers an array of programs to support our students’ social, emotional, physical and academic needs, many of which are funded by the efforts of the PTO.

In 2023/2024, our direct drive fundraising goal is $30,000. We are asking $200 per family, but please consider donating any amount that fits your personal financial situation. Whether it’s $25, $50, $100 or $1,000, every dollar helps us reach our fundraising goal and our students are worth our investment.

  • Online donation options are on our donate page: Click HERE
  • Check payments may be left in the PTO box inside the office or mailed to the school: Kennedy PTO, 2521 Goodwin Avenue, Redwood City, CA 94061. Please make checks payable to JFK Middle School PTO.
  • Double your donation – check with your employer to see if they will match your generous donation.
  • Please also consider a donation of your time. The PTO is always looking for volunteers to help with school events. For more information, please visit: www.kennedycougarspto.org/volunteer.
  • Feel free to email info@kennedycougarspto.org with questions or for more information.

For more info: https://kennedycougarspto.org/direct-drive

2023/2024 PTO Open Positions

Please consider taking on one of these vital roles this year! We’d love to have you join us in any way you can – Reach out to info@kennedycougarspto.org with questions and for more info!

  • 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade-Level Community Leaders – Work with PTO to communicate needs and ideas for each grade level. Ensure parents know what’s happening in each grade.
  • Parent Volunteer Coordinator – Create sign-up forms and help recruit and coordinate volunteers for PTO and school events.
  • Safe Routes To School Coordinator – Work with PTO to encourage students to bike and walk to school. Help kids with traffic safety skills and work to reduce traffic congestion.
  • Spirit Wear Lead – Manage spirit wear webpage and work with the vendor on designs. Help promote sales with the PTO communications team.
  • STEAM Liaison – Work with KMS STEAM Program lead teacher to support the program. Coordinating family volunteers for program activities as needed.
  • Student Activities Coordinator – Help plan two school dances
    (October & March); organize DJ, food and decorations, and recruit volunteers.
  • Student Store Coordinator – Work with KMS administrators to procure, organize, and distribute Student Store items.

Spirit Wear

Welcome to the Kennedy Middle School spirit wear store! Here’s a sneak peak – Get yours today!

The store will remain open throughout the school year.  Orders will be processed on Mondays and take 10-15 working days to complete.  Upon completion an email notification will be sent letting you know that the order is ready for shipping or for pickup at Goetz Bros. Sporting Goods (1125 Industrial Rd, San Carlos)

Amazon Wishlist

If you’d like to contribute directly to a teacher’s classroom, check out the Kennedy’s Amazon Wishlist , created by Mrs Leonardo. The wishlist will be updated based on classroom needs.

Stay in Touch

Follow the KMS PTO on Instagram (@Kennedycougarspto) and Facebook to stay up-t0-date.

If you’d prefer information in Spanish, join this WhatsApp Group

Feel free to email with questions or concerns info@kennedycougarspto.org.

PTO News 3/25-31

Reminders & Upcoming

Tues 3/26 7-8:30pm: PTO Meeting, in-person in KMS Library

Fri 3/29: NO SCHOOL

Message from our PTO President

Hello, Kennedy Community!

Our March PTO meeting is this Tuesday, 3/26, from 7:00-8:30 pm. We will meet in-person in the KMS Library. All parents are automatically members of the PTO and we’d love to have you join us! Our meeting topics will include updates about upcoming events happening in our Drama, Music, and Art programs and a basic budget overview.

As we head toward spring and the final trimester of this school year, keep those donations coming! Remember no amount is too small and all funds directly support KMS students, faculty, and staff. If you are able, DONATE HERE! Donate – KMS PTO

Don’t forget to follow the KMS PTO on Instagram and Facebook, @KennedyCougarsPTO.

Kind regards,

Jess Bryski

Message from Mrs. Leonardo

Check out the most recent Cougar Connect for a message from Mrs. Leonardo, as well as additional information regarding school policies and programs Kennedy has to offer. Prior Cougar Connects are now easily found under the ‘Home’ tab.

Donate to our ‘Community Needs’

 Our Family Center is collecting clothing items to provide students when there are dress code violations, stains, ripped clothes due to PE, etc. If you have some of the following items available, please drop off at the Kennedy Family Center, anytime between 8a-4p. Our students thank you!!

  • Gently used items requested: Size L/XL of lightly used sweatshirts, sweatpants and t-shirts, but all sizes welcome
  • New items requested: socks and undergarments in all sizes
  • Drop off items between 8-4 at the Kennedy Family Center

New WhatsApp Group

If you prefer to receive information in Spanish and by text, scan this QR code to join the Kennedy Family Center’s WhatsApp group “Padres de Kennedy 2023“! You will receive updated Kennedy Middle School information in Spanish and reminders of our school events.

Scan the QR code below, or use THIS LINK

Yearbook 2023-2024

Capture your memories in this year’s John F. Kennedy Middle School Yearbook!

10% OFF IF YOU PURCHASE BY SEPTEMBER 30!

To purchase…

  1. go to www.treering/validate
  2. Enter your school’s passcode: 1015926081674110

Regular price: $38.29

Purchase by: April 11, 2024

Direct Drive

Kennedy Middle School Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is a nonprofit volunteer organization (tax ID 47-1531115) whose mission is to help students thrive and grow into the next generation of community and business leaders. To support this mission, we raise funding and organize parent volunteers to help our school better serve its students.

Kennedy offers an array of programs to support our students’ social, emotional, physical and academic needs, many of which are funded by the efforts of the PTO.

In 2023/2024, our direct drive fundraising goal is $30,000. We are asking $200 per family, but please consider donating any amount that fits your personal financial situation. Whether it’s $25, $50, $100 or $1,000, every dollar helps us reach our fundraising goal and our students are worth our investment.

  • Online donation options are on our donate page: Click HERE
  • Check payments may be left in the PTO box inside the office or mailed to the school: Kennedy PTO, 2521 Goodwin Avenue, Redwood City, CA 94061. Please make checks payable to JFK Middle School PTO.
  • Double your donation – check with your employer to see if they will match your generous donation.
  • Please also consider a donation of your time. The PTO is always looking for volunteers to help with school events. For more information, please visit: www.kennedycougarspto.org/volunteer.
  • Feel free to email info@kennedycougarspto.org with questions or for more information.

For more info: https://kennedycougarspto.org/direct-drive

2023/2024 PTO Open Positions

Please consider taking on one of these vital roles this year! We’d love to have you join us in any way you can – Reach out to info@kennedycougarspto.org with questions and for more info!

  • 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade-Level Community Leaders – Work with PTO to communicate needs and ideas for each grade level. Ensure parents know what’s happening in each grade.
  • Parent Volunteer Coordinator – Create sign-up forms and help recruit and coordinate volunteers for PTO and school events.
  • Safe Routes To School Coordinator – Work with PTO to encourage students to bike and walk to school. Help kids with traffic safety skills and work to reduce traffic congestion.
  • Spirit Wear Lead – Manage spirit wear webpage and work with the vendor on designs. Help promote sales with the PTO communications team.
  • STEAM Liaison – Work with KMS STEAM Program lead teacher to support the program. Coordinating family volunteers for program activities as needed.
  • Student Activities Coordinator – Help plan two school dances
    (October & March); organize DJ, food and decorations, and recruit volunteers.
  • Student Store Coordinator – Work with KMS administrators to procure, organize, and distribute Student Store items.

Spirit Wear

Welcome to the Kennedy Middle School spirit wear store! Here’s a sneak peak – Get yours today!

The store will remain open throughout the school year.  Orders will be processed on Mondays and take 10-15 working days to complete.  Upon completion an email notification will be sent letting you know that the order is ready for shipping or for pickup at Goetz Bros. Sporting Goods (1125 Industrial Rd, San Carlos)

Amazon Wishlist

If you’d like to contribute directly to a teacher’s classroom, check out the Kennedy’s Amazon Wishlist , created by Mrs Leonardo. The wishlist will be updated based on classroom needs.

Stay in Touch

Follow the KMS PTO on Instagram (@Kennedycougarspto) and Facebook to stay up-t0-date.

If you’d prefer information in Spanish, join this WhatsApp Group

Feel free to email with questions or concerns info@kennedycougarspto.org.

PTO News 3/17-24

Reminders & Upcoming

March 18-22: A week of Minimum Days, for parent-teacher conferences. Dismissal at 1:50pm every day.

Want to join the TECH CREW for Kennedy’s production of The Addams Family Young@Part? Sign up  HERE

Rehearsals start in late March. 

Tech rehearsal is 4/20-4/25 and the shows are April 26-28, 2024

All students are welcome! 

Message from our PTO President

Hello, Kennedy Community!

Thank you to those who joined us for last month’s PTO meeting. I’m excited to share that the PTO voted to financially support Women’s Mentor Day and Career Day which benefited all KMS 8th graders! Kudos to our Kennedy administrators and staff for planning and executing such a memorable day of speakers and activities. It was amazing!

Because of our community’s generous monetary donations throughout the year, the PTO is able to directly serve our students by supporting electives, as well as new events like Mentor Day and Career Day and expanded experiential learning. For example, 6th-grade science teachers are now able to purchase extra STEM supplies like frogs and worms (metabolism unit), strawberries (genetics unit), foam, felt, and foil (thermal energy unit). All of these hands-on science activities will enhance experiential learning in the classroom and the students have lots of fun in the process.

The PTO will also take special care of our teachers and staff during conference week by providing lunch and sweet treats for them. Their hard work and dedication to our students is truly appreciated.

As we head toward spring and the final trimester of this school year, keep those donations coming! Remember no amount is too small and all funds directly support KMS students, faculty, and staff. If you are able, DONATE HERE! Donate – KMS PTO

Another way to become involved in ensuring the success of Kennedy students and others throughout RCSD is to apply to join the Measure U Citizens’ Oversight Committee. This committee oversees the expenditure of parcel tax proceeds by the school district. Check out this link for more information:

Finally, please mark your calendars for the March PTO meeting on Tuesday, March 26, from 7:00-8:30 pm. We will meet in person at the KMS Library. We hope to see you there!

Don’t forget to follow the KMS PTO on Instagram and Facebook, @KennedyCougarsPTO.

Check out www.kennedycougarspto.org for more info.

Kind regards,

Jess Bryski

Message from Mrs. Leonardo

Check out the most recent Cougar Connect for a message from Mrs. Leonardo, as well as additional information regarding school policies and programs Kennedy has to offer. Prior Cougar Connects are now easily found under the ‘Home’ tab.

Donate to our ‘Community Needs’

 Our Family Center is collecting clothing items to provide students when there are dress code violations, stains, ripped clothes due to PE, etc. If you have some of the following items available, please drop off at the Kennedy Family Center, anytime between 8a-4p. Our students thank you!!

  • Gently used items requested: Size L/XL of lightly used sweatshirts, sweatpants and t-shirts, but all sizes welcome
  • New items requested: socks and undergarments in all sizes
  • Drop off items between 8-4 at the Kennedy Family Center

New WhatsApp Group

If you prefer to receive information in Spanish and by text, scan this QR code to join the Kennedy Family Center’s WhatsApp group “Padres de Kennedy 2023“! You will receive updated Kennedy Middle School information in Spanish and reminders of our school events.

Scan the QR code below, or use THIS LINK

Yearbook 2023-2024

Capture your memories in this year’s John F. Kennedy Middle School Yearbook!

10% OFF IF YOU PURCHASE BY SEPTEMBER 30!

To purchase…

  1. go to www.treering/validate
  2. Enter your school’s passcode: 1015926081674110

Regular price: $38.29

Purchase by: April 11, 2024

Direct Drive

Kennedy Middle School Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is a nonprofit volunteer organization (tax ID 47-1531115) whose mission is to help students thrive and grow into the next generation of community and business leaders. To support this mission, we raise funding and organize parent volunteers to help our school better serve its students.

Kennedy offers an array of programs to support our students’ social, emotional, physical and academic needs, many of which are funded by the efforts of the PTO.

In 2023/2024, our direct drive fundraising goal is $30,000. We are asking $200 per family, but please consider donating any amount that fits your personal financial situation. Whether it’s $25, $50, $100 or $1,000, every dollar helps us reach our fundraising goal and our students are worth our investment.

  • Online donation options are on our donate page: Click HERE
  • Check payments may be left in the PTO box inside the office or mailed to the school: Kennedy PTO, 2521 Goodwin Avenue, Redwood City, CA 94061. Please make checks payable to JFK Middle School PTO.
  • Double your donation – check with your employer to see if they will match your generous donation.
  • Please also consider a donation of your time. The PTO is always looking for volunteers to help with school events. For more information, please visit: www.kennedycougarspto.org/volunteer.
  • Feel free to email info@kennedycougarspto.org with questions or for more information.

For more info: https://kennedycougarspto.org/direct-drive

2023/2024 PTO Open Positions

Please consider taking on one of these vital roles this year! We’d love to have you join us in any way you can – Reach out to info@kennedycougarspto.org with questions and for more info!

  • 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade-Level Community Leaders – Work with PTO to communicate needs and ideas for each grade level. Ensure parents know what’s happening in each grade.
  • Parent Volunteer Coordinator – Create sign-up forms and help recruit and coordinate volunteers for PTO and school events.
  • Safe Routes To School Coordinator – Work with PTO to encourage students to bike and walk to school. Help kids with traffic safety skills and work to reduce traffic congestion.
  • Spirit Wear Lead – Manage spirit wear webpage and work with the vendor on designs. Help promote sales with the PTO communications team.
  • STEAM Liaison – Work with KMS STEAM Program lead teacher to support the program. Coordinating family volunteers for program activities as needed.
  • Student Activities Coordinator – Help plan two school dances
    (October & March); organize DJ, food and decorations, and recruit volunteers.
  • Student Store Coordinator – Work with KMS administrators to procure, organize, and distribute Student Store items.

Spirit Wear

Welcome to the Kennedy Middle School spirit wear store! Here’s a sneak peak – Get yours today!

The store will remain open throughout the school year.  Orders will be processed on Mondays and take 10-15 working days to complete.  Upon completion an email notification will be sent letting you know that the order is ready for shipping or for pickup at Goetz Bros. Sporting Goods (1125 Industrial Rd, San Carlos)

Amazon Wishlist

If you’d like to contribute directly to a teacher’s classroom, check out the Kennedy’s Amazon Wishlist , created by Mrs Leonardo. The wishlist will be updated based on classroom needs.

Stay in Touch

Follow the KMS PTO on Instagram (@Kennedycougarspto) and Facebook to stay up-t0-date.

If you’d prefer information in Spanish, join this WhatsApp Group

Feel free to email with questions or concerns info@kennedycougarspto.org.