
Countdown to Middle School
Updates for 5th grade parents
Reminders
The following events are quickly approaching! Make sure that you have them on your calendar and are planning to attend.
- Showcase of Schools- October 16 and 17- Kenwood will be taking a bus October 17th. Make sure you've sent in your RSVP if you plan to attend with us.
- Middle School Registration October 19-January 8- these are the ONLY dates you will be able to register. If you miss this window, your child will not be eligible to attend a magnet program next school year. There are no exceptions.
- Open Lab at Kenwood- December 3 after the SFTT meeting. During this open lab we will answer any questions you may have as well as help you fill out your registration online or complete any necessary components for magnet school applications.
Choices
This is the cover of the Choices Magazine. It lists all schools and the unique programs at each.
Showcase of Schools
Mark this on your calendar! This will be invaluable for you and your student to decide which school he/she would like to attend.
Choices
There are so many choices for middle school! Many parents ask me how to determine which school is the best for their child. There are several ways you can determine which school you want your student to attend for middle school. The first is to read the Choices magazine provided by the district. Being that they have not yet distributed these to schools, the only way you can view it now is to use the following link: http://www.jefferson.k12.ky.us/Pubs/ChoicesMSHS.pdf. Reading this before going to Showcase of Schools gives you a better idea of what schools you want to really focus on. Make a list of those schools and visit their booth at Showcase. After Showcase, you may be able to narrow down your list based on your impression. If not, that's okay! Visit ALL of the remaining schools on your list during their Open House (see attached schedule). This will give you an even better idea of whether or not the school is a fit for your child. Once you have done this, make sure you register soon with your favorite school as your top choice. Always have a second choice and backup plan in case your first choice doesn't pan out. As always, please feel free to call me with any questions or concerns!
Lara Donnelly
Email: lara.donnelly@jefferson.kyschools.us
Website: www.kenwoodcounselor.weebly.com
Location: 7420 Justan Avenue, Louisville, KY, United States
Phone: (502) 777-1354