After The Bell celebrates 5000th student
After The Bell celebrated serving its 5000th student on Tuesday. Pictured with the students is Executive Director Kathleen Do and Dori Carson, Program Director.
NEW GARDEN — Smiles abounded as After-The-Bell celebrated welcoming its 5,000th student into the unique after-school program, Tuesday.
In honor of the mission of the organization’s founders, no child or family has ever had to...
KCSD sees tax hike likely for 2017-18 budget
The Kennett Consolidated School District Board of Education in session, Monday night.
Slow real estate rebound, charter school hit cited as causes
By Eliza Mohler, Correspondent, Kennett Times
KENNETT SQUARE – Monday night’s board meeting of the Kennett Consolidated School District saw the release of the preliminary 2017-2018 budget for the district, which includes a proposed tax increase...
KCSD goes all in against drug abuse
FBI agent and Unionville parent Mr. Kevin McShane, Kennett High School counselor Mr. Fran Ryan, and KCSD Superintendent Dr. Barry Tomasetti.
KENNETT SQUARE — Recognizing the importance of unifying against drugs as a community, the Kennett Consolidated School District held its first annual All In Against Drugs Night. Superintendent Dr. Barry Tomasetti invited parents and community members to...
KCSD OKs new transportation software system
District gets head start on hiring for 2016-17 school year
By Kelly O’Hara, Staff Writer, The Times
Dr. Michael Barber, Assistant Superintendent for the Kennett Consolidated School District talks about new hires during his Personnel report to the board of education, Monday.
KENNETT SQUARE — The Kennett Consolidated School District Board of Education voted Monday to approve a new Transportation...
Kennett School District, teachers reach new contract deal
KENNETT SQUARE — The Kennett Consolidated School District and its teachers formally announced a new five-year contract Tuesday.
The KCSD Board of Education voted to approve the deal May 23, just days after the teachers’ union, the Kennett Education Association voted to approve the new pact, on May 18.
After six months of talks, the district administration expressed pleasure at the outcome.
KCSD’s Gonzalez honored by YWCA
Maribel Gonzalez was honored at the 2016 YWCA Tri-County Area’s Tribute to Exceptional Women, recently.
KENNETT SQUARE — Kennett Consolidated School District is announced that social services provider Ms. Maribel Gonzalez was recently honored for her excellence in education at the 2016 YWCA Tri-County Area’s Tribute to Exceptional Women.
The YWCA Tri-County Area has hosted the Tribute to...
KHS hosts its latest #ALLIN Kennett pride event
Fans of all ages show their Blue Demons spirit and pride
By Kim Chiomento, News Editor, The Times
KENNETT SQUARE – On occasion ‘feeling blue’ is a great thing; like this Saturday when Kennett High School (KHS) hosted the latest in a series of Blue Demons / Kennett Pride events. The greater Kennett community, elementary and middle schools were invited to come out, beat the...
KCSD celebrates & thanks school board members
KENNETT SQUARE – Public education is more than just the opportunity to learn basic math, science, English and history; it’s a platform for students to reach their potential. It can inspire hope for a new generation of leaders and provide a foundation for a successful future. The Kennett Consolidated School District (KCSD) exists in part because individuals volunteer their time...
KCSD greets 2016 with $82 million proposed budget
New $10k scholarship announced, Kennett Legends nominations process proposed, impact of new housing within district discussed
By Kim Chiomento, News Editor, The Times
KCSD board member, Michael Finnegan, provides a detailed presentation on the proposed 2016/2017 school budget.
KENNETT – The well-attended Kennett Consolidated School District (KCSD) January board meeting covered a wide variety...
KCSD: Bond refinancing tops busy agenda
Also: grading policy discussed and new personnel introduced
By Kim Chiomento, News Editor, The Times
Meeting attendees enjoy Greenwood Elementary’s newly renovated multipurpose room.Greenwood Elementary hosted the meeting in its newly renovated multipurpose room featuring energy efficient and brighter lighting, stage upgrades, freshly painted spirited walls, and a new HVAC system. Board President...
