📚 Meet One of Our New Teachers!! 📚
Hello, my name is Allie Usher. I graduated from Kettle Falls HS in 2015 as a 12 year senior! I attended Washington State University where I earned a Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Education, I later attended WGU where I earned my Masters in Secondary Biological Science education. This will be my 5th year teaching and I am so excited to be back in my hometown! My husband and I have two kids and we are excited to be raising them in such an amazing community! I look forward to growing the FFA program at the High School where I will be teaching Chemistry, Animal Science, Horticulture and Honors Biology!
Early mornings at the ELC consist of reading, sensory bins and a variety of other activities while we wait for the rest of our friends and teachers.
As many of you may have seen, Kettle Falls Elementary School is a very busy place this summer. As you may know, our elementary school has supported Kettle Falls families since the early 1950s. Most of the systems in the building are original, so they have been in place since then. We received 3 different grants from the State to help us bring the building’s systems up to current standards. We received is the State’s Urgent Repair Grant for $500,000. This grant is helping us to replumb the elementary school main building, so there will be no more concerns about lead in the drinking water. We received $5 million from a State program designed to support school construction in districts that house fewer than 1,000 students. That grant will help us update the school’s electrical service and distribution, HVAC, and windows. We also received a grant for $1 million funded by the State’s Climate Commitment Act. The Kettle Falls School District School Climate Plus Indoor Air Quality Project is supported with funding from Washington’s Climate Commitment Act. The CCA supports Washington’s climate action efforts by putting cap-and-invest dollars to work reducing climate pollution, creating jobs, and improving public health. Information about the CCA is available at www.climate.wa.gov. That grant is focused on the cooling and filtration side of the HVAC system.
We are excited to be able to update so many of our elementary school systems and are grateful to Washington State for supporting our schools and students through these kind of grant programs!!
As many of you may have seen, Kettle Falls Elementary School is a very busy place this summer. As you may know, our elementary school has supported Kettle Falls families since the early 1950s. Most of the systems in the building are original, so they have been in place since then. We received 3 different grants from the State to help us bring the building’s systems up to current standards. We received is the State’s Urgent Repair Grant for $500,000. This grant is helping us to replumb the elementary school main building, so there will be no more concerns about lead in the drinking water. We received $5 million from a State program designed to support school construction in districts that house fewer than 1,000 students. That grant will help us update the school’s electrical service and distribution, HVAC, and windows. We also received a grant for $1 million funded by the State’s Climate Commitment Act. The Kettle Falls School District School Climate Plus Indoor Air Quality Project is supported with funding from Washington’s Climate Commitment Act. The CCA supports Washington’s climate action efforts by putting cap-and-invest dollars to work reducing climate pollution, creating jobs, and improving public health. Information about the CCA is available at www.climate.wa.gov. That grant is focused on the cooling and filtration side of the HVAC system.
We are excited to be able to update so many of our elementary school systems and are grateful to Washington State for supporting our schools and students through these kind of grant programs!!
🚍 We Are Hiring a Bus Driver! 🚍
Are you a skilled and reliable driver looking for a new opportunity? Join our team and help us provide safe and efficient transportation to our community!
Under the supervision of the Transportation Supervisor, operate a school bus and/or a special education bus in all weather conditions. Transport students and other authorized persons on regular school routes and on other extracurricular activity field trips.
Apply today online at www.kfschools.org or call 509-738-6625 for more information.
🚌 Join us and drive your career forward! 🚌
Preschool Story Time Adventures at the Public Library!
Each week our preschoolers enjoy exciting story time adventures at the public library, each themed around a letter of the week. These sessions combine engaging storytelling with interactive activities, making each visit memorable.
V is for Volcano: A Science Surprise
As part of our letter V week, students made volcanoes erupt using baking soda and vinegar. The children were amazed as their homemade volcanoes bubbled and fizzed, bringing their stories to life with a thrilling scientific twist. This hands-on experiment introduced basic scientific concepts in a fun and accessible way.
Dancing with Scarves: A Musical Adventure
Another delightful activity was dancing with scarves. As our preschoolers sang familiar songs, they twirled and swayed with colorful scarves, expressing themselves freely and joyfully. This activity encouraged creativity, coordination, and a love for music and movement.
A Blend of Learning and Fun
These story time adventures beautifully combine education and entertainment, with each activity tailored to the letter of the week. The children expand their imaginations, explore new concepts, and enjoy the magic of books and interactive play.
Our story time adventures continue to spark curiosity and joy, making learning a truly exciting journey!
🚍✨ 8th Grade Trip to Silverwood Theme Park! 🎢🎉
Our 8th graders are super excited as we head off to Silverwood Theme Park today! 🥳 The bus is buzzing with energy, laughter, and tons of excitement as we make our way to a day full of thrills, fun, and unforgettable memories.
From heart-racing roller coasters to splashing around in the water park, we can't wait to experience it all! 🎡🌊
🌞🏊♂️ Splashing into Fun! 🏊♀️🌞
Our amazing 3rd graders had a splashtastic time at the newly opened city pool today! 💦😁 From cannonballs to swimming races, the smiles were endless and the laughter was contagious. It's heartwarming to see our students enjoying the sunshine and staying active in such a wonderful community space.
We have openings!
We currently have openings in our Transition to Kindergarten program. Don’t miss this opportunity for your child to build a strong foundation for their educational journey.
What is Transition to Kindergarten?
Transition to Kindergarten is a free, full-day Kindergarten readiness program designed to help children build a solid foundation for school success through play-based learning. This program provides opportunities for students to grow in areas such as pre-reading, pre-writing, early numeracy, and social skills.
Who is eligible?
To be eligible for this program, children must:
* Be 4 years old on or before August 31st, 2024, and will be entering Kindergarten in the Fall of 2025
* Demonstrate academic and/or social needs
* Not have been previously enrolled in an early learning program
Once all screenings are complete, classroom enrollment will be finalized, and you will be contacted regarding whether your child is in the program or on the waiting list.
To enroll, go to our district website and complete new student enrollment online: KF Schools Enrollment
For questions on Transition to Kindergarten, please reach out to Kristin at the Elementary School. The number is 509-738-6725.
🌟 Better World Day: Spreading Kindness with Ms. Booth's Class! 🌟
Today, our wonderful students from Ms. Booth's class embarked on a heartfelt mission to make our community a little brighter and a lot kinder. As part of Better World Day, they created and placed kindness rocks around our neighborhood, each one painted with uplifting messages and vibrant designs.
🌍🌟 3rd Grade Beach Clean Up for Better World Day! 🌟🌍
We are so proud of our amazing 3rd graders who rolled up their sleeves and hit the beach for a fantastic cause! 🏖️💪
🌍✨ Happy Better World Day! ✨🌍
Our incredible first graders have been busy bees today, spreading kindness and beauty throughout our community! In the morning, they decorated and planted flower pots, adding splashes of color to our surroundings. 🌺🌼 Then, they embarked on a mission to make our town cleaner and brighter.
More Better World Day ✨🌍 from Ms. Singer's class! They celebrated Better World Day by painting beautiful kindness rocks and placed them around town for everyone to find. 🎨💖
🌍✨ Happy Better World Day! ✨🌍
Ms. Singer's class has been spreading joy and positivity throughout our community in a wonderfully creative way! To celebrate Better World Day, her students painted beautiful kindness rocks and placed them around town for everyone to find. 🎨💖
🌍✨ Happy Better World Day! ✨🌍
Our wonderful 2nd graders have shown incredible dedication to making our school and community a better place! To celebrate Better World Day, they rolled up their sleeves and cleaned the outside of our elementary school. Their hard work and teamwork are truly inspiring! 🧹🌱
🌍✨ Happy Better World Day! ✨🌍
We're thrilled to share how our amazing 4th graders are making a difference! To celebrate Better World Day, our students organized a dog and cat food drive for the Colville Animal Sanctuary. Their enthusiasm and dedication are truly inspiring. 🐶🐱
The students went above and beyond:
🖌️ Made Posters: Beautiful, creative posters to promote the food drive.
📝 Wrote About Adoptable Animals: Each student wrote a heartfelt piece about an animal they connected with, highlighting why they should be adopted.
🐾 Created Dog Food, Treats, and Cat Toys: Hands-on activities that brought joy to the animals at the sanctuary.
🌍🐾 Better World Day Treats from the Heart! 🐾🌍
Our compassionate 4th graders put their hearts into action this Better World Day by making delicious homemade dog treats for the Colville Animal Sanctuary. Their kindness and creativity are sure to bring joy to our furry friends waiting for their forever homes.
Better World Day 🍋
8th graders are having a FREE lemonade stand in front of the middle school from 12:45 - 2 today! Come see us!!
🌍🌸 Better World Day Blossoms with 1st Graders! 🌸🌍
Our delightful 1st graders made Better World Day extra special by decorating pots and planting flowers to brighten up our community. Their creativity and care were on full display as they transformed plain pots into beautiful works of art and filled them with vibrant flowers.
🌍 🌸 Better World Day 🌸 🌍
First grade students planting flowers to deliver around the community today.
