Calendar
December 2023
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Toy for Tots Holiday Toy Drive Begins
Organizer: Emma RaskinPlease help support Toys for Tots and put a smile on every child's face this holiday season by donating new and unwrapped toys. All donations should be dropped in the boxes located in the Kew-Forest Main Rotunda.
The drive ends Wed 13 Dec. -
Jagwear Friday
Jagwear (spiritwear) is a collection of apparel inspired by our school colors, red (maroon) and blue (navy), and mascot (jaguar) to promote school pride.What counts as Jagwear?- Official Jagwear apparel, the Physical Education (PE) uniform, Field Day t-shirts and/or any other official school related apparel that has been sold in the past to promote school spirit.
If I am a new student, faculty or staff member, or have outgrown my Jagwear, what can I wear?- It is NOT a requirement to wear Jagwear on Jagwear Fridays.
- Students: If you do not own Jagwear, students should wear their PE uniform or academic uniform. Students can also opt to wear solid-colored red and blue clothes with no patterns or logos.
- Faculty and staff: Faculty and staff without Jagwear should dress as they normally do. They are encouraged (but not required) to wear a mix of our school colors, red (maroon) and blue (navy).
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KFPA Coffee Morning Grab and Go!
Venue: Main Entrance & Lower School EntranceThe KFPA will be hosting a Coffee Morning Grab and Go! outside Kew-Forest during morning drop-off. We will be handing out flyers containing details of the KFPA Faculty & Staff Appreciation Fund. Please stop by to grab a cup of coffee and hear more about the fund! -
Upper School Art Field Trip to Museum of Modern Art
Organizer: G. Matnadze -
Grades 2-8 School Spelling Bee
Organizers: K. Bernstein / M. Vessio
Venue: Kew-Forest Gym -
Middle & Upper School On-Campus Admission Open House
Organizers: S. Díaz Tamayo / L. EatonAttendees can expect a showcase of academic and extra-curricular programs with representatives from across the school community - teachers, students, parents.
DOWNLOAD FALL 2023 ADMISSION EVENTS FLYERFor more information and to REGISTER to attend an event, please visit here. If you have additional questions, our Director of Admission & Tuition Assistance, Soraya Díaz Tamayo, can be reached at admission@kewforest.org or 718.551.3125.We look forward to meeting prospective students and their families - your relatives, friends, and colleagues - in the days and weeks ahead! Thank you for your support. -
In-Person KFMUN Training Conference
Location: US Library
Organizer: G. Gordon -
Toy for Tots Holiday Toy Drive
Organizer: Emma Raskin
Please help support Toys for Tots and put a smile on every child's face this holiday season by donating new and unwrapped toys. All donations should be dropped in the boxes located in the Kew-Forest Main Rotunda.
The drive ends Wed 13 Dec. -
Toy for Tots Holiday Toy Drive
Organizer: Emma Raskin
Please help support Toys for Tots and put a smile on every child's face this holiday season by donating new and unwrapped toys. All donations should be dropped in the boxes located in the Kew-Forest Main Rotunda.
The drive ends Wed 13 Dec. -
Social Media & Wellbeing: Virtual Q & A with Max Stossel
Organizer: M. Vessio
Max Stossel is an award winning poet, filmmaker, and speaker who was named by Forbes as one of the best storytellers of the year. Max is the founder and CEO of Social Awakening and Youth & Education Advisor to the Center for Humane Technology. He aims to bring awareness to how technology and social media impacts our lives. You can read more on his website.
Students, parents, or educators are all welcome to attend the Social Media and Wellbeing Q & A session on December 5th @ 6 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. Registration is required. -
Toy for Tots Holiday Toy Drive
Organizer: Emma Raskin
Please help support Toys for Tots and put a smile on every child's face this holiday season by donating new and unwrapped toys. All donations should be dropped in the boxes located in the Kew-Forest Main Rotunda.
The drive ends Wed 13 Dec. -
TEAK Fellowship Admissions Info Session
Organizer: S. Quintero -
Toy for Tots Holiday Toy Drive
Organizer: Emma Raskin
Please help support Toys for Tots and put a smile on every child's face this holiday season by donating new and unwrapped toys. All donations should be dropped in the boxes located in the Kew-Forest Main Rotunda.
The drive ends Wed 13 Dec. -
Mental Health Education Workshops for Middle School Students
Organizer: J. GarfinkelAs part of Kew-Forest's ongoing commitment to the holistic development of our students, we are excited to announce this presentation on mental health education in partnership with the National Alliance on Mental Illness - NYC (NAMI).During this Ending the Silence presentation, students will learn the warning signs of mental health conditions, discover strategies to improve mental health, and discuss the importance of open communication about mental health concerns. In addition to the educational component, students will hear a young adult’s journey of recovery and resilience in the face of mental health challenges.All Middle School students will attend the 45 minute workshop:- 6th graders will attend during Study Skills.
- 7th graders will attend during Writing Workshop.
- 8th graders will attend during Art or Music.
Ms. Garfinkel, Middle & Upper School Counselor, will be present to ensure students have the necessary support and resources and to answer questions or concerns that may arise.We look forward to an enriching workshop intended to provide insight, reduce stigma, and promote open conversations about mental health and believe the experience will contribute to a more informed and compassionate school community. Please email questions/concerns to jgarfinkel@kewforest.org. -
Toy for Tots Holiday Toy Drive
Organizer: Emma Raskin
Please help support Toys for Tots and put a smile on every child's face this holiday season by donating new and unwrapped toys. All donations should be dropped in the boxes located in the Kew-Forest Main Rotunda.
The drive ends Wed 13 Dec. -
Toy for Tots Holiday Toy Drive
Organizer: Emma Raskin
Please help support Toys for Tots and put a smile on every child's face this holiday season by donating new and unwrapped toys. All donations should be dropped in the boxes located in the Kew-Forest Main Rotunda.
The drive ends Wed 13 Dec. -
No After School Supervision for Middle & Upper School Students
There will be no after school supervision from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm in Room 1-4 TODAY. Students may remain in the building if participating in a supervised activity such as basketball practice, extra help, or a club meeting.Students awaiting parent pick-up after 4:00 pm should wait in the Main Rotunda. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to Ms. Vessio, Ms. Coratti, or Mr. Penoro. -
Deadline to RSVP for KFPA All-School Cookie Decorating Party
Organized by: The KFPA
Event Date: Fri 15 Dec
Event Time: 3:15 pm to 5:30 pm
Location: Kew-Forest Gym
Please join the Kew-Forest community for some cookie decorating, holiday Bingo, and more!
Lower School students must be accompanied and supervised by an adult. If you would like your child to attend but aren’t able join, please consider having your child supervised by a classmate's parent who will be attending. You are also welcome to have your child participate in the event through Afterschool. If this is your prefered option, please contact Ms. Keesha Sterling, Director of Auxiliary and Summer Programs, at ksterling@kewforest.org by Wed 13 Dec to sign up for the event with Afterschool. The drop-in fee for participting through Afterschool is $35 (until 4:30 pm) or $45 (until 6:00 pm).To attend, please RSVP here by Mon 11 Dec. If you have questions, please direct them to kfpa@kewforest.org. -
Toy for Tots Holiday Toy Drive
Organizer: Emma Raskin
Please help support Toys for Tots and put a smile on every child's face this holiday season by donating new and unwrapped toys. All donations should be dropped in the boxes located in the Kew-Forest Main Rotunda.
The drive ends Wed 13 Dec. -
Virtual Admission Info Session for All Grades
Organizers: S. Díaz Tamayo / L. EatonAs our best word-of-mouth promoters, if you know of anyone who is looking for a new school, please invite them to attend.- The session will showcase greetings from the Head of School and a curriculum-focused presentation by the Lower and Middle & Upper School Heads.
- For more information and to register, please visit here. If you have additional questions, our Director of Admission & Tuition Assistance, Soraya Díaz Tamayo, can be reached at admission@kewforest.org or (718) 551-3125.
We look forward to meeting prospective students and their families - your relatives, friends, and colleagues! Thank you for your support. -
Test of Kew-Forest Emergency Alert System
Community members should receive and see communications in the following modalities:- A recorded message to a home telephone number and/or a cell phone
- A text message to a cell phone (if provided)
- An email
- A message on our website: www.kewforest.org
- A post on our Facebook account: The Kew-Forest School (https://www.facebook.com/TheKewForestSchool/)
If you do not receive the communications or would like to discuss potential changes to the modalities, please email kewforest@kewforest.org. Please also email us if you wish to receive future emergency communications in a language other than English. -
Toy for Tots Holiday Toy Drive
Organizer: Emma Raskin
Please help support Toys for Tots and put a smile on every child's face this holiday season by donating new and unwrapped toys. All donations should be dropped in the boxes located in the Kew-Forest Main Rotunda.
The drive ends Wed 13 Dec. -
Deadline to Request LS Student Attendance at KFPA All-School Cookie Decorating Party through Afterschool
Director of Afterschool: K. Sterling
Event Date: Fri 15 Dec
Event Time: 3:15 pm to 5:30 pm
Location: Kew-Forest Gym
Families who would like their child to attend the cookie decorating event without a chaperone should contact Ms. Keesha Sterling, Director of Auxiliary and Summer Programs, at ksterling@kewforest.org by today. The drop-in fee for participting through Afterschool is $35 (until 4:30 pm) or $45 (until 6:00 pm). -
Virtual Alumni Holiday Party
Organizer: M. AragónJoin us with your favorite drink & snacks and K-F memorabilia to reconnect with classmates and faculty, make new connections with other alumni, and have a good time reminiscing with fun Kew-Forest themed activities on Kumospace! -
Deadline to Submit Payment for Middle and Upper School Ice Skating Outing
Organizers: M. Vessio, J. Coratti, A.J. PenoroTrip Date: Fri 22 Dec
Trip Timing: 8:30 am to 1:00 pm
Trip Venue: Hommocks Park Ice Rink
140 Hommocks Road,
Larchmont, NY 10538This will be an opportunity for students to continue to get to know one another and their teachers cross divisionally in a fun setting. It will also allow faculty and students to celebrate the start of winter break together!There will be NO CLASSES today.The cost to attend is $10.00. Payment may be submitted in cash or by check paid to The Kew-Forest School. Please place the payment in a SEALED envelope with the child’s first and last name on the front and this deliver to Mr. Penoro by 3:00 pm TODAY.Trip Details:- Students are permitted to dress down, but are expected to dress appropriately.
- Students must arrive at Kew-Forest by 8:10 am and report to their Homeroom class for attendance.
- Students and faculty will take private buses to and from Hommocks Park Ice Rink.
- Buses will depart Kew-Forest at 8:30 am sharp.
- Students will ice skate from approximately 10:00 am to 11:30 am.
- Buses will depart Hommocks Park Ice Rink at 11:45 am and return to Kew-Forest no later than 1:00 pm.
- Lunch will NOT be provided by the School. Your child may bring money to purchase food, snacks, and beverages; however, we strongly advise no more than $25.00.
For your child to attend the Ice Skating Event, please complete this permission slip form.We are looking forward to a fun and eventful day! -
KFPA All-School Cookie Decorating Party
Organized by: The KFPA
Location: Kew-Forest Gym
Please join the Kew-Forest community for some cookie decorating, holiday Bingo, and more!
Lower School students must be accompanied and supervised by an adult. If you would like your child to attend but aren’t able join, please consider having your child supervised by a classmate's parent who will be attending. You are also welcome to have your child participate in the event through Afterschool. If this is your prefered option, please contact Ms. Keesha Sterling, Director of Auxiliary and Summer Programs, at ksterling@kewforest.org by Wed 13 Dec to sign up for the event with Afterschool. The drop-in fee for participting through Afterschool is $35 (until 4:30 pm) or $45 (until 6:00 pm).To attend, please RSVP here by Mon 11 Dec. If you have questions, please direct them to kfpa@kewforest.org. -
Student Council Head of School for a Day Raffle
Organized by: Student Council
Location: Kew-Forest GymTo lead the school into the holiday spirit, the Student Council will be holding a raffle for the opportunity for one K-F student to win the title of Head of School for a day! Raffle tickets will be sold for one dollar during the KFPA Cookie Decorating Party. We hope to see you there! -
Deadline to Submit Clarity Tuition Assistance Applications for 2024-2025
To be considered for tuition assistance for the 2024-2025 school year, families must submit their Clarity applications by Fri 15 Dec 2023.- Please visit Affording Kew-Forest for information, resources, and the link to apply.
- Awards will be released with re-enrollment contracts in mid-February 2024.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss your application, please contact Ms. Soraya Díaz Tamayo, Director of Enrollment and Tuition Assistance. You can schedule an appointment to meet with her via Zoom or in person. -
Safe Horizon Holiday Event
Organizer: S. Quintero -
Deadline to Give to the KFPA Faculty and Staff Appreciation Fund
For more details, please visit here. -
Mandatory Middle & Upper School Assembly
Location: Kew-Forest Gym -
Afterschool Pajama/ Winter Celebration
Organizer: K. Sterling
Activities will include arts & crafts, fun games, and much more!
Students should bring finger foods or light snacks e.g. veggie tray, sandwiches, fruit tray, chips, or cookies, to serve up to 20 people. To ensure the safety and well-being of all participants, especially those with allergies, we request food items be free of nuts.
Families not registered for Afterschool on Tuesdays can can have their child participate by:- paying a $35 drop-in fee;
- completing the Pajama/ Winter Celebration Sign Up form;
- ensuring finger food or light snacks are "nut-tree" and labeled, in the case of allergies; and
- packing a pair of pajamas in their child's backpack. Students will change into pajamas for the celebration after regular school dismissal. Students should not wear pajamas to school.
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Grade 8 Alvin Ailey Performance Class Field Trip
Organizer: L. Eaton -
Deadline to Register for Winter 2024 Afterschool (PS-Grade 6) & Mini-Courses (PreK– Grade 12)
Organizer: K. Sterling
Families in interested in registering for the winter session of Kew-Forest's afterschool program (AfterCare), please submit the Winter 2024 Afterschool Registration Form by TODAY. For more information about the afterschool program including cost, please go here.Families interested in registering for Winter 2024 Mini-Courses, please submit the Winter 2024 Mini-Course Registration Form by TODAY. For more information about the mini-courses including cost, please go here. Winter 2024 Mini-Courses include Lego Robotics, 3D Video Game Design, Roblox, Zumba, Art classes, and Chess. Fees vary from course to course.Please feel free to email additional questions to Ms. Keesha Sterling, Director of Auxiliary and Summer Programs, at ksterling@kewforest.org. -
All School Festive Wear Day
Everyone is invited to come to school in festive holiday or winter wear that celebrates the holidays and/or winter. Students may also choose to wear Jagwear or academic uniform. -
Half Day for All Students
No lunch will be provided. -
Lower School Library Open House
Organized by: A. Crocker
Join Ms. Crocker in the Lower School Library between drop-off and the Winter Show! You can select books for your child to read over break, return books you no longer need, or simply enjoy a hot beverage and some quiet time in one of our coziest spaces. Kew-Forest students wills stay in their classes, but parents and siblings are welcome.Please send any questions or comments to Ms. Crocker at acrocker@kewforest.org -
Middle School and Upper School Ice Skating Outing
Organizers: M. Vessio, J. Coratti, A.J. PenoroVenue: Hommocks Park Ice Rink
140 Hommocks Road,
Larchmont, NY 10538This will be an opportunity for students to continue to get to know one another and their teachers cross divisionally in a fun setting. It will also allow faculty and students to celebrate the start of winter break together!There will be NO CLASSES today.The cost to attend is $10.00. Payment may be submitted in cash or by check paid to The Kew-Forest School. Please place the payment in a SEALED envelope with the child’s first and last name on the front and this deliver to Mr. Penoro by 3:00 pm on Fri 15 Dec.Trip Details:- Students are permitted to dress down, but are expected to dress appropriately.
- Students must arrive at Kew-Forest by 8:10 am and report to their Homeroom class for attendance.
- Students and faculty will take private buses to and from Hommocks Park Ice Rink.
- Buses will depart Kew-Forest at 8:30 am sharp.
- Students will ice skate from approximately 10:00 am to 11:30 am.
- Buses will depart Hommocks Park Ice Rink at 11:45 am and return to Kew-Forest no later than 1:00 pm.
- Lunch will NOT be provided by the School. Your child may bring money to purchase food, snacks, and beverages; however, we strongly advise no more than $25.00.
For your child to attend the Ice Skating Event, please complete this permission slip form.We are looking forward to a fun and eventful day! -
Lower School Annual Winter Show
Organizer: K. Bernstein
Location: Kew-Forest Gym
(please enter via the Main Entrance)Students should dress up for the occasion. No jeans, t-shirts, sweatshirts, sweatpants, or Jagwear. Students may opt to wear their academic uniform.
Each student should have an adult present to attend the performance. Lower School students will be dismissed for Winter Break at the end of the show.
You may begin entering the gym at 10:00 am. Coffee and tea will be available before the performance. We look forward to seeing everyone.
Please note: There will be no Afterschool provided on this day. -
Deadline for Students Aged 10-18 to Apply for the 2024 Youth Advisory Council
The Civilian Complaint Review Board is accepting applications for their 2024 Youth Advisory Council. The YAC is a council of young New Yorkers who are committed to criminal justice issues and improving police-community relations. The YAC counsels the CCRB and finds innovative ways to bring young New Yorkers into the narrative about civilian oversight of the NYPD. Applications are open to New Yorkers ages 10 – 18 years old. Video and audio statements can be submitted via link in the application's "Please describe why you would be an ideal member of the CCRB Youth Advisory Council" section.
The Kew-Forest School
119-17 Union Turnpike
Forest Hills, NY 11375
(718) 268-4667
Forest Hills, NY 11375
(718) 268-4667
The oldest independent school in the borough of Queens, The Kew-Forest School is an independent co-educational, college preparatory school for students in Preschool through Grade 12.