Congratulations to KHS athletes Alyce Edwards, Karsen Manley, Austin Gattis and Kevin Thompson for competing at the MSHSAA State Track & Field Championship!! Senior Kevin Thompson earned Silver medal in discuss and 5th in the shot put!!
Come help send the KHS softball team to the Final Four in style!!
Congratulations to the KHS Lady Indians Softball Team for punching their ticket to the Missouri State Final-4!! It's a GREAT DAY TO BE AN INDIAN!!!!
KHS Graduation will be Live Streamed by KTMO on the Kennett High School Facebook page.
Due to inclement weather, KHS Graduation will be inside the KHS Gym. Doors will open at 7:00. You must have a ticket to enter.
📣 Graduation Ceremony Update – Decision Coming by 6:30 PM
Dear KHS Families and Community,
As we prepare for tonight’s graduation ceremony, we want to keep you informed about the decision-making process regarding the location of the event. A final decision will be made and announced by 6:30 PM this evening.
We are carefully considering several key factors, including:
The setup time required for the sound system
The condition of the field and seating due to recent rain
Our readiness to move the ceremony indoors to the KHS gym if necessary
🌟 Please note: Regardless of whether the ceremony is held outdoors or indoors, all attendees must have a ticket to enter.
We appreciate your patience as we work to ensure a safe and memorable celebration for our graduates and their families. Thank you for your continued support!
Sincerely,
Richie Leeker
KSD #39 Superintendent
Congratulations to KHS Senior Sacory Ray for signing to play football at Culver Stockton College next fall!! It's a GREAT DAY TO BE AN INDIAN!!
KHS Baseball celebrates Senior Night with a big win over South Pemiscot!
KHS softball is playing for the District Championship in Malden tomorrow. We will take a pep bus for students if we have enough students wanting to go. The cost to get into the game is $6. We will leave at 3:30 pm
Due to weather, KHS graduation practice will be postponed until Tuesday morning. Graduates should report to the stadium by 8:45 with caps and gowns for the class picture. Reminder, the Senior banquet is at 6:00 tonight at the First United Methodist Church.
Awards Assembly ready!! Thank you to our maintenance and custodial staff for all your prep work, setting our students and graduates up for a GREAT DAY TO BE AN INDIAN!!
Assembly begins at 1:00 sharp.
Happy School Nurse week to 2 of the best!! KHS Nurses Tara Checkett and Angela Reed.
The Kennett #39 School District Board of Education would like to extend our deepest gratitude to the incredible educators who inspire, challenge, and support our students every single day.
Thank you for your unwavering dedication, creativity, and compassion. You are the heart of our schools, and your impact reaches far beyond the classroom. 💙🍎
This week — and every week — we celebrate YOU!
#ThankATeacher #TeacherAppreciationWeek #EducationMatters #WeLoveOurTeachers
KSD#39 is excited to announce the newest recipient of the Kennett Education Foundation Grow Your Own Teacher Scholarship. Alexis Pate was awarded a $32,000 scholarship and will attend the SEMO Kennett Branch to study Elementary Education. We want to thank our local FTA for supporting our future teachers and the Kennett Education Foundation for their investment to our school district and community.
KSD #39 would like to congratulate and recognize Mr. Brandon Burke for being nominated and selected as a recipient of the "Incredible Indian" Award. Mr. Burke is the District Technology Director. His nomination form states, "Mr. Burke is always open to trying new ideas in technology for the district. He goes above and beyond to ensure our district is in compliance all while keeping things running smoothly. Anytime there is a problem or issue, he can get it solved quickly and efficiently. He is like The Wizard behind the curtain-keeping things running behind the scenes! His job can be very stressful at times, but he always remains calm and collected. He supports all staff trying new techniques and/or products with technology and is a great leader." Congratulations, Mr. Burke! Community members are able to nominate KSD #39 staff by completing this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/14rSPzr81kclbJjIU4dToZsoJp_L0I19p4kdI99xle7Y/viewform
Congratulations to KHS Junior, Elliott Furlow on having her artwork selected by Senator Jason Bean to represent District 25 at the Missouri Capitol for one year.
PRESS RELEASE
Dear Parents:
I want to share information with you about an incident today in our district that occurred at South Elementary School. Thanks to the immediate action of a student, staff and local law enforcement, all students and staff are safe and no one was injured.
After District staff received a report that a student had brought a weapon to school, District staff immediately confiscated the weapon and notified law enforcement. Law enforcement arrived and took possession of the gun, which was unloaded. The District is committed to working with local law enforcement and cooperating with their investigation. While the District cannot comment on the details of the investigation, the District’s policies strictly prohibit the possession of weapons on District property.
The District would like to express its appreciation for the student who reported the weapon and to District staff and local law enforcement for their swift response.
The District is committed to providing students, parents, and staff with a safe learning environment. Parents, please contact the District or law enforcement with any questions or concerns.
Respectfully,
Dr. Richie Leeker
Superintendent
Kennett #39 School District
KSD #39 would like to congratulate and recognize Mr. Gus Venson for being nominated and selected as a recipient of the "Incredible Indian" Award. Mr. Gus works in our Maintenance Department and as our Plumber. His nomination form states, " ...Mr. Gus always does anything asked of him and never argues. Mr. Gus is one of the first to volunteer to help out. He takes pride in his work and loves being a part of the Kennett #39 School District." Congratulations, Mr. Gus! Community members are able to nominate KSD #39 staff by completing this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/14rSPzr81kclbJjIU4dToZsoJp_L0I19p4kdI99xle7Y/viewform
Today, we celebrate the incredible careers and lasting legacies of our retiring teachers and staff. Your dedication, compassion, and unwavering commitment to our students have shaped countless lives and inspired generations.
On behalf of our entire school community, thank you for the years you’ve spent guiding, teaching, and supporting our students. You’ve made a difference that will be felt for years to come.
Congratulations on your retirement—you’ve earned every moment of this new chapter!
#ThankYouTeachers #RetirementCelebration #ProudToTeach #GratitudeInEducation
We would like to wish our building leaders a Happy Principals Day. Thank you for all that you do.
