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Please join us on Wed April 28th for a Virtual Community Resource Fair. A variety of community agencies will be present to discuss services available to the students and families of KCPS. If interested in attending, please complete the survey linked below.

Community Resource Night Registration

Quarter 4 Return Survey

Good afternoon KCPS families. It is time to begin planning for the last marking period of the school year. We request that all families PreK-12 complete the Return Survey for Quarter 4.

MSDE Special Education Parent Survey
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Teacher of the Year, Support Employee of the Year and Promising Educator

At the February 8th Board Meeting, Superintendent Dr. Karen Couch announced this year's nominees.

Updated Meal Distributions

Update on revised meal sites effective Tuesday, February 16th.

2021/2022 Calendar

Approved KCPS 2021/2022 Calendar

KCPS COVID-19 Guidance for Families and Staff

KCPS recognizes how quickly the following recommendations are changing and will

refer to the most recent guidance from the Maryland Health Department (MDH) and the

CDC guidelines. COVID-19 Guidance for Maryland Schools, and the Centers for

Disease Control and Prevention (CDC )

KCPS FAQ COVID-19 Guidance for Staff and Families2021.pdf

Spanish - KCPS FAQ COVID-19 Guidance for Staff and Families.pdf

Virtual Learning Meal Schedule

As Kent County Public Schools goes fully virtual on Monday, December 7, KCPS will return to delivering free lunches and breakfasts from 11:30 to 1:00.

A Message From The Superintendent:

Together, we are facing a global pandemic that continues to affect our families, students, and community. KCPS has observed the strength and resiliency displayed by our families and staff. Decisions to keep our schools and offices open are based on current health metrics and trends for Kent County.

Please find attached a message from the Superintendent, Dr. Karen Couch.

Letter to Families- November 16.pdf

Meal Benefit Application Reminder

This is an important reminder about the free and reduced meal benefit program.

Press Release

The Public School Superintendents’ Association of Maryland (PSSAM) named Kent County Public Schools’ Superintendent, Dr. Karen Couch, the 2021 Maryland Superintendent of the Year.

press release SoY Dr. Karen Couch (1).pdf

KCPS Strategic Plan

The 2020 vision, mission and strategic plan reflects the critical priorities and distraict goals for educating students within the Kent County Public School System.

Do You Need Help During COVID-19?

Crisis Services Available

English Version

Spanish Version

Kent County Hot Spots
Read More for a list of Kent County HotSpots that are available. For a map of HotSpots near your area please visit http://www.Kenthotspots.com Read More

Parent Resources

Below is a list of parent resources that are available while schools are currently closed.

Parent Resourse Links

Coronavirus Information
We are writing to provide you with information about the coronavirus and our district's efforts to ensure the well-being of all students. Read More

Adopted FY21 KCPS Calendar

Click Here to view 2020/2021 KCPS Calendar

Shore Opportunities in Kent County, MD

This video features local businesses in a variety of industries icluding manufacturing, agribusiness, retail, education, culinary, real estate, and the arts.

https://youtu.be/YycuzeDdYzo

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Upcoming Events

Apr

Budget Hearing on Superintendent's FY22 Proposed Budget
Monday, April 26, 2021

May

Board of Education Meeting
Monday, May 10, 2021

May

Memorial Day Holiday - Schools & Offices Closed
Monday, May 31, 2021

Jun

KCHS Graduation
Saturday, June 5, 2021

Jun