Kepner Beacon Community,
“A Single Tree Cannot Make a Forest” Nigerian Proverb

This week at Kepner Beacon it was all about teamwork. Our staff stepped up and supported each other by covering classes. In our community meetings we discussed how we are a community that functions like a team and we have to wear our masks to win the game against Covid. I could not be more proud of the way that we all have each other’s back here at KBMS. Have a great, well earned weekend everyone!
Daniel Walsh
Principal
Kepner Beacon Middle School
Celebrate

Thank you to all the parents who came to our 2nd Coffee with the principal on Tuesday from 10-11am. It was great seeing our parents in the building.
Meet the SW District 2 Candidates!
Thursday, October 7
5:00 - 6:00 pm

Our parent council is hosting a virtual session with two DPS board candidates that are running for the Denver Public School Southwest District 2 open seat that is being vacated by Angela Cobian.The zoom link is below and you can also find the information on our website. 
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Upcoming Events
Student Led Conferences
October 13 & 14
5:15 - 7:30 pm
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Fri. October 15
Mon. October 18
Student Led Conferences

It’s important for you to attend so you can see how your child is doing in school. Families will need to sign up for one of the time slots below and we are asking for no more than 3 family members, which includes the student to attend. Time Slots: 5:15 - 6:00; 6:00 - 6:45; 6:45 - 7:30

Education for Families

We are going to be offering English classes one-hour (9-10 am) virtually on Mondays and Wednesdays for parents who want to learn English. Classes will be starting on Monday, Oct. 18th.


Parenting Classes will be offered in Spanish- 1 day a week at KBMS. It will be held in the auditorium. The classes will be on Thursdays, starting on October 21 from 9am-11am.
If you are interested, please contact our parent liaison, Boni Sanchez Flores
720-690-7964
Enrichments

The Quarter 2 Enrichment Catalog is ready for viewing! Students began making their enrichment selections this week. You can learn more about the community providers by clicking on their logos, and if you have questions email ms.walters@denverbeaconschools.org.
KBMS Library
Thanks to our hard-working librarian and our reading teachers, our libraries are up and running. Please ask your child what they are reading. All students get to select their independent reading books.

The library is open every day from
9:00-3:45. 
Technology

It’s important for our students to take care of their computers. Please remind them that they are responsible for all damages and if they need assistance they need to complete Technology Help Desk Form.
Beacon Family Group

Thank you to everyone who has signed up for our Beacon Family Group. We have been working behind the scenes to set up opportunities for you to get involved by volunteering at their school, attending educational programs, advocating for district and state-wide policies to support families and assisting with our fund-raising efforts. If you wish to be on the forefront of these efforts and have not already done so please take a minute to complete this Beacon Family Group form and/or contact us for more information.

Food Pantry Hours
Fridays - 1:00 - 1:30pm

Our KBMS Pantry will be opening on Fridays from 1pm-1:30pm. Please come to the North side of the Kentucky parking lot.
Show off your KBMS Dolphin pride! We have new spirit wear!
Check it out and place your orders at https://kepnerbeacononlinestore.itemorder.com/sale.

All purchased items to be distributed through the school or shipped with tax included. Items are made to order, please make sure you request the correct sizes.
Health & Safety Guidelines
All DPS schools are creating safe and welcoming environments for our students and staff. We are following the guidelines outlined by the health professionals and everyone that enters the buildings follows the DPS 5. We ask that if your child is showing signs and not feeling well, please keep them at home and notify the school. If we send students home, or if your child is exposed, the school nurse or COVID-19 coordinator will contact you. You can access more information on the DPS Website: www.dpsk12.org/coronavirus/ and our website: www.bnsk12.org/healthsafety
Community Opportunities
Kennedy High School
Boys Soccer Camp 
Saturday, October 16th
10am to Noon
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