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Kennedy Elementary School

 
Mission:
The mission of John F. Kennedy Elementary is to empower all students to achieve high academic standards, gain a positive self-concept, and demonstrate responsible citizenship.
 
Vision:
The vision of John F. Kennedy Elementary School is to be a model school committed to creating a community of lifelong learners who are productive and successful individuals.
 
Student Statement:
The Student Statement of Kennedy School: John F. Kennedy School gives the gift of learning to help us reach our dreams.
 
Location: 1500 Woodland Avenue • Kingsport, Tennessee 37665
 
Beliefs:
The Beliefs of John F. Kennedy Elementary School follow:
• Children are our first priority.
• The whole child should be considered in the education process.
• All children can and should acquire skills necessary to become productive members of society.
• Learning methods should be positive and meaningful.
• All children should develop good character.
• Community involvement should be encouraged by the school.
• Teachers, parents, and the community share the responsibility of the school's mission.
 
Desired Student Outcomes:
Our students will be:
1. Problem solvers
2. Effective communicators
3. Collaborative workers
4. Effective producers
5. Independent learners
6. Adept at organizational skills
 
Parent Involvement Opportunities:
Parent Teacher Association; Math/Reading Nights; Reading Partners; Committees; Landscaping;
Homeroom Parents; Library Boosters; Back-Pack Program; Classroom Volunteers; Clothes Closet
1500 Woodland Avenue, Kingsport, TN 37664 (423) 857-2700
 
Extended Opportunities for Learning:
• Accelerated Reader
• FastForWord
• YMCA After School Care
• Book Fair
• Kennedy Dribblers
• Safety Patrol
• Cafeteria Helpers
• Reading Buddies
• Art Club
• Kennedy Chorus
• Spanish Club
• Newspaper Club
• Walking Club
• Spelling Bee
• Field Day
 
Recent Community Partnerships:
Kiwanis Club; Holston Army Ammunition Plant; Ketron Memorial Methodist Church; Higher Ground
Baptist Church; Lynn Garden Baptist; Kingsport Civitan Club; Rose Center; Appalachian Community
Federal Credit Union; Concordia Lutheran Church; Home Depot; Pals of Lynn Garden
1500 Woodland Avenue, Kingsport, TN 37664 s (423) 857-2700
 
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