Greetings Parents & Families of Frederick Law Olmsted at Kensington #156! 

September 6, 2022 marks the start of the 2022-23 School Year. We are excited to have you returning. Below you will find important information to help you get started on your first day: 

  • The Parent Forum, held via Zoom on Monday 8/29/22 provided information for parents on: 
    • Arrival and dismissal procedures 
    • Safety updates 
    • Transportation
    • OWLs Behavior Matrix 
    • Getting involved 
    • Upcoming Events 
  • You may watch the recording here. The presentation is attached: Parent Meeting 8.29.22.pdf 
  • Schedules are available and finalized on Infinite Campus. If you cannot access the Parent Portal app, all students will be directed to their homeroom upon arrival and provided a copy of their schedule. 
  • First day arrival: All students will be undergoing security checks at the door, please limit the amount of supplies and bags coming in. Students will not need all supply lists on their first day. 
    • All students taking NFTA transportation will be allowed to ride the bus for FREE on September 6th. Bus passes or temporary September-ONLY passes will be provided the first week of school. ​​​​​​​

If you missed previous correspondence, here are documents we have sent out that may assist you as you prepare for the new school year: 

Today, we received correspondence from our Superintendent, Dr. Tonja Williams. If you missed the email, you will find the documents attached: 2022 Welcome Back Letter Final.pdf 

As we continue to welcome our students, we will meet with grade levels Thursday, September 8th to review expectations and programming for the 22-23 School Year. Correspondence will follow with the 22-23 SY Handbook. We look forward to seeing every single one of you and catching up at the Back to School Bash Friday, September 9th! 

Enjoy your holiday weekend, 

Principal Cotto