The District continues to learn about and celebrate America 250, the 250th anniversary of our country's founding, and students will participate in meaningful learning experiences throughout the rest of the school year. Historical facts that shaped our nation will be announced with our morning announcements. Each grade level has designed special lessons or projects to be completed over the last quarter of school. We are excited to celebrate this milestone together. We invite everyone to wear red, white, and blue on Wednesday, March 18, as we begin learning more about and celebrating America 250.      

Thank you for helping your students grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Have a fantastic and well-deserved spring break with your friends and family.

Sincerely,

Adam Fender
Principal

The KMS 7th Grade Girls Basketball Team finished this season with a perfect 13-0 record. On February 26, 2026, they earned the titles of Conference Champions and the Western Reserve Conference (WRC) Tournament Champions! Congratulations, ladies, on this amazing season! We are very proud of you!

During "Say Something Week," Kenston Middle School welcomed Dr. James Knight to present to students and staff. Dr. Knight shared an inspiring message encouraging students to strive for excellence, lead with strong character, and make a positive impact both in and out of the classroom. He shared real-world experiences, sparked meaningful conversations, and inspired students to set goals and believe in their potential. His message, as part of Say Something Week, reminds students that true leadership starts with empathy, respect, and the courage to do what is right.

UpSTANDers RISE to Bomber Beliefs at KMS
What is an UpSTANDer? - An “upstander” is a person
who acts to make positive change.  

At Kenston Middle School, we are looking for students to support our R.I.S.E. Behavior Program by creating a positive school climate and inclusive culture where all students can succeed.  

The PBIS Committee, with the help of teachers and staff, would like to recognize students who go above and beyond in their actions to create positive change and a positive climate. Students will be given UpSTANDer cards by staff when they see students exemplifying one or more of the following characteristics in the middle school: Respect, Positive Attitude, Inclusive, Leadership, Engaged, Responsibility, and Safety.

We want to acknowledge our students for their hard work and hope they feel a sense of pride and connection to their school. Students should take their cards home to show their family. Also, students can enter a weekly drawing to receive an UpSTANDer reward by scanning the QR Code on the front of their card. 

Congratulations to our recent UpSTANDers!

4th Grade
Maxwell Gravatt
Joey Frankfort
Christopher Henschel
Owen Hansen

5th Grade
Derek McCallin
Dean Krisfalusy
Adam Pucci
Lexi Perez.

6th Grade
Tyler Weber
Gemma Campopiano
Jack Souders
Bella Liotta

Congratulations to the fourth graders selected for self-control awards, who were (back row, l-r) Lena Swallen, Louis Zaranec, Marco Stammenaga, and Charlotte Jeffrey; (front row, l-r) Desmond Layshock, Madelyn Madsen, Grayson Alexander, Nella Schmitz, and Alayna Qureshi.

Congratulations to the fifth graders selected for self-control awards, who were (back row, l-r) Lena Swallen, Louis Zaranec, Marco Stammenaga, and Charlotte Jeffrey; (front row, l-r) Desmond Layshock, Madelyn Madsen, Grayson Alexander, Nella Schmitz, and Alayna Qureshi.

Congratulations to the sixth and seventh graders selected for self-control awards, who were (back row, l-r) Kennedy Cinadr, Muskaan Suhail, Taylan Ates, and Owen Martin; (front row, l-r) Carmen Longano, Luke Munn, Eli Lange, and Maryn Hedrick.

Congratulations to the fourth graders selected for Compassion awards, who were (back row, l-r) Charlie Goodwin, Harper Cyncynatus, Gavin Russell, and Henry Butler; (front row, l-r) Theo Moon, Lydia Conway, Bella Stewart, and Travis Lewandowski. Not pictured: Griffin Kost.

Congratulations to the fifth graders selected for Compassion awards, who were (back row, l-r) Sydney Dillon, Luke Garisek, Quinn O’Hare, and Michael Sebastiano; (front row, l-r) Molly Chaney, Luke Peterson, and McKinley VanFossen. Not pictured: Ally Abraham.

Congratulations to the sixth and seventh graders selected for Compassion awards, who were (back row, l-r) Beatrice Seidenwand and Emerson Scheuer; (middle row, l-r) Spencer Harris, Mavia Corea, and Nico Thornton; (front row, l-r) JR McBride, Isla Gwinnup, and Noah Greaves.

The Kenston Local Schools registration process is now completed entirely online. Registration is currently available for new students enrolling in Kenston during the remainder of the 25/26 school year and for the incoming Kindergarten Registration (students entering Kindergarten in August 2026). Registration for students entering grades 1 through 12 for the 2026-2027 school year at Kenston Local Schools will begin around May 1, 2026. 

If you know of a family with an incoming Kindergarten student, please share this with them to visit the Kindergarten Registration and Resource Center for updates and other events to sign up for.

Registration is completed online (click here), and the required documents will be uploaded during the process.

Kenston Academic Academy is held in the Flight Deck every Tuesday & Thursday from 2:30 pm to 3:15 pm. It is open to all students in grades 4-7.

Please click on the buttons below for more information

At Kenston, we strive to provide ways for our students to learn, grow, and thrive, and we know that building healthy lifestyle habits plays a vital role in that.

During the week of March 16 - 20, Kenston Local Schools will celebrate Eat the Rainbow Week, which encourages students to eat fruits and vegetables in a variety of colors each day. Colorful foods are not just fun to eat; they also provide a wide range of nutrients, vitamins, and minerals as part of a daily diet. Students are encouraged to wear the color for each day of the week. 

Fitness and movement are important for maintaining students' overall health and wellness. Kenston Local Schools encourages families to visit the Shape America monthly calendars for simple ideas to help students stay active and healthy. These calendars offer fun ways to incorporate health and wellness into your daily routines.

Download the Kenston Local Schools app to stay connected. It is your one-stop source for important updates, news, and announcements from across the District. Through the app, you can receive notifications tailored to the building your student attends. You will also find the "Live Feed," which is updated in real time with building-specific information and district-wide news. You may also find our updates and the Live Feed through our website, www.kenstonlocal.org. 

A friendly reminder of the change in the start time for the monthly Board of Education meetings. Meetings held in the KHS Auburn Bainbridge Room will now begin at 6 pm.

17425 Snyder Road, Chagrin Falls, Ohio 44023-2730
Phone: 440-543-8241 Fax: 440-543-4851
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