Calendar
June 2024
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KFPA Pre-Loved Uniforms & Jagwear Collection Drive
The KFPA organizes a uniform and Jagwear resale at various times during the school year. We sell clean, gently used pieces for $5 each. In preparation for our next Uniform and Jagwear Resale in September 2024, we will be collecting donations from Fri 31 May through Tues 11 June.If you have clean, gently used uniforms and/or Jagwear that you would like to donate, please drop them off at the Lower School entrance or Main entrance by the last day of school. -
Deadline for Middle and Upper School Families to Sign Up to Volunteer as Extras on the Set of CUB
Sofia Rubin ’18 is recruiting volunteers to be extras on the set of CUB, a new short film she has written and will direct.What you need to know:- The shooting of the film will take place at Kew-Forest and is scheduled for Sat 29 Jun and Sun 30 Jun, in the gym.
- Volunteer work involves sitting/standing in the gym and cheering for a tween grappling match.
- Kids, family, and friend groups are encouraged to volunteer.
- For more information about CUB, please visit www.sofiarubinfilm.com.
If you, your child(ren), or friends would like to volunteer, please complete the CUB Background Actor Sign Up by today. Individual sheets must be submitted for each participant.Note:
Though the film will be shot at Kew-Forest, it is not sponsored by the school. -
KFPA Pre-Loved Uniforms & Jagwear Collection Drive
The KFPA organizes a uniform and Jagwear resale at various times during the school year. We sell clean, gently used pieces for $5 each. In preparation for our next Uniform and Jagwear Resale in September 2024, we will be collecting donations from Fri 31 May through Tues 11 June.If you have clean, gently used uniforms and/or Jagwear that you would like to donate, please drop them off at the Lower School entrance or Main entrance by the last day of school. -
Queens Pride Parade
Organizer: L. EatonA Kew-Forest hallmark that makes us unique among NYC independent schools is the extent of the diversity in our community. Every member and family at Kew-Forest is important, and the school seeks to actively support, affirm, and celebrate the broad range of identities that are represented amongst us. As was the case last year, we are excited to announce that (pending sufficient interest) representatives from The Kew-Forest School have the opportunity to march in the Queens Pride Parade on Sunday, June 2 this year, and YOU ARE INVITED to march with our school delegation!There is an established precedent for independent schools and other educational institutions in NYC participating in their local or borough Pride celebrations, and we look forward to continuing in such ranks with our participation this year. This is a wonderful opportunity for Kew-Forest community members to celebrate and show support for the LGBTQIA+ members of our own community and the broader community beyond K-F’s walls.Important information:- The Queens Pride Parade will take place in Jackson Heights.
- Families, students, staff, alumni, and friends who are interested in marching with The Kew-Forest School Queens Pride Parade delegation must fill out and submit the Kew-Forest Queens Pride Parade Sign-up Form no later than Wed 22 May 22 at 12:00 pm.
- Our school must provide our registration information to the parade organizers at that time.
- Please be prepared to provide the names and t-shirt sizes of participants when filling out the sign-up form.
Logistical information, contact details, and meet-up instructions will be sent out to individuals who sign up in advance of the parade date. The Queens Pride Parade starts at 12:00 pm Sun 2 June, but The Kew-Forest School delegation will be assigned an earlier arrival time that will be shared with attendees in late May.If you have any questions regarding participation, please contact Lyla Eaton, DEI Support Staff, via email at leaton@kewforest.org.We look forward to seeing our community members there. -
KFPA Pre-Loved Uniforms & Jagwear Collection Drive
The KFPA organizes a uniform and Jagwear resale at various times during the school year. We sell clean, gently used pieces for $5 each. In preparation for our next Uniform and Jagwear Resale in September 2024, we will be collecting donations from Fri 31 May through Tues 11 June.If you have clean, gently used uniforms and/or Jagwear that you would like to donate, please drop them off at the Lower School entrance or Main entrance by the last day of school. -
Attire for Today
Lower School
Academic uniform
(Only students in Grades 3 & 4 who have P.E., are permitted to wear their P.E. uniform)
Middle & Upper School
Academic uniform -
Virtual Grade 3 Rising Coffee
Location:
Ms. Bernstein's Zoom Room(Meeting ID: 687 490 1158 / Passcode: lower)
Please join us for an introduction to your child's teacher for 2024-2025. -
Deadline for MS Parents & Guardians to RSVP for Middle School Trimester 3 Art Assembly
Organizers:
A. Johnson (Drama)
G. Matnadze (Art)
S. Vigneau-Britt (Music)
Event Date: Thurs 6 June
Event Time: 8:00 am to 9:00 amLocation: M/US LibraryMiddle School parents and guardians are welcome to attend the assembly in person to see and hear the students' artwork and performances.Classes presenting:- Grade 6: Visual Art
- Grade 7: Visual Art and Music
- Grade 8: Drama
Please RSVP here at the latest by today if you would like to attend this assembly at Kew-Forest. We hope to see you there! -
KFPA Pre-Loved Uniforms & Jagwear Collection Drive
The KFPA organizes a uniform and Jagwear resale at various times during the school year. We sell clean, gently used pieces for $5 each. In preparation for our next Uniform and Jagwear Resale in September 2024, we will be collecting donations from Fri 31 May through Tues 11 June.If you have clean, gently used uniforms and/or Jagwear that you would like to donate, please drop them off at the Lower School entrance or Main entrance by the last day of school. -
Attire for Today
Lower SchoolAcademic uniform for "A Day In The Life" Photoshoot. No P.E. uniforms allowed
Middle & Upper SchoolAcademic uniform for "A Day In The Life" Photoshoot. No P.E. uniforms allowed -
A Day In The Life Photo Shoot
Organizer: J. WiederholtPhotographer Chris Taggart, will be at Kew-Forest taking “A Day in the Life” type photos of our students, faculty, and staff. The content will be used by the School in the Admissions, Development & Alumni Relations, and the Marketing & Communications departments for the 2024-2025 school year, and beyond.Here’s what you need to know about the day:- Parents/guardians - please make sure your child(ren) come(s) to school in their academic uniform best.
- Faculty/staff - please dress to impress on this day and make sure your spaces are in tip top shape.
- Students - please make sure to be in your academic uniform best.
- ALL students must wear their academic uniform even if they have P.E. class. P.E. class will still meet.
Students and staff should go about their day as usual. We ask everyone in the K-F community to make Mr. Taggart feel welcome.Thank you for your help. -
Virtual Grade 4 Rising Coffee
Location:
Ms. Bernstein's Zoom Room(Meeting ID: 687 490 1158 / Passcode: lower)
Please join us for an introduction to your child's teacher for 2024-2025. -
Senior Prom
Organizer: M. Vessio
Venue: The SkyPort Marina
2430 FDR Dr, New York, NY 10010Prom will be be hosted aboard The Lucille vessel. Private transportation will be provided to SkyPort Marina. Seniors must arrive at Kew-Forest no later than 4:45 pm. Boarding is at 6:00 p.m. and the vessel will depart the dock at 6:30 pm. Latecomers will not be admitted. The boat will return to the dock at 9:30 pm. and deboarding will be completed by 10:00 p.m. Transportation will be provided back to Kew-Forest.
A Prom 2024 Permission Slip must be completed by all seniors, their parents, and their guests. A Prom 2024 Student Agreement must also be completed by all seniors by Wed 29 May.
There will be dinner and dancing and a good time for all! -
KFPA Pre-Loved Uniforms & Jagwear Collection Drive
The KFPA organizes a uniform and Jagwear resale at various times during the school year. We sell clean, gently used pieces for $5 each. In preparation for our next Uniform and Jagwear Resale in September 2024, we will be collecting donations from Fri 31 May through Tues 11 June.If you have clean, gently used uniforms and/or Jagwear that you would like to donate, please drop them off at the Lower School entrance or Main entrance by the last day of school. -
Attire for Today
Lower School
Dress Down Day
Middle & Upper School
Dress Down Day -
Virtual Grade 5 Rising Coffee
Location:
Ms. Bernstein's Zoom Room(Meeting ID: 687 490 1158 / Passcode: lower)
Please join us for an introduction to your child's teacher for 2024-2025. -
Grade 1 Field Trip to Play Street Museum
Organizer: A. Crocker -
KFPA Pre-Loved Uniforms & Jagwear Collection Drive
The KFPA organizes a uniform and Jagwear resale at various times during the school year. We sell clean, gently used pieces for $5 each. In preparation for our next Uniform and Jagwear Resale in September 2024, we will be collecting donations from Fri 31 May through Tues 11 June.If you have clean, gently used uniforms and/or Jagwear that you would like to donate, please drop them off at the Lower School entrance or Main entrance by the last day of school. -
Attire for Today
Lower School
Dress Down Day
Middle & Upper School
Dress Down Day -
Middle School Trimester 3 Art Assembly
Organizers:
A. Johnson (Drama)
G. Matnadze (Art)
S. Vigneau-Britt (Music)
Location: M/US LibraryMiddle School parents and guardians are welcome to attend the assembly in person to see and hear the students' artwork and performances.Classes presenting:- Grade 6: Visual Art
- Grade 7: Visual Art and Music
- Grade 8: Drama
Please RSVP here no later than Mon 3 June if you would like to attend this assembly at Kew-Forest. We hope to see you there! -
New Parent Welcome Reception
Organizers: S. Díaz Tamayo / L. Eaton -
KFPA Pre-Loved Uniforms & Jagwear Collection Drive
The KFPA organizes a uniform and Jagwear resale at various times during the school year. We sell clean, gently used pieces for $5 each. In preparation for our next Uniform and Jagwear Resale in September 2024, we will be collecting donations from Fri 31 May through Tues 11 June.If you have clean, gently used uniforms and/or Jagwear that you would like to donate, please drop them off at the Lower School entrance or Main entrance by the last day of school. -
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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Attire for Today
Lower School
Jagwear Friday
Middle & Upper School
Jagwear Friday -
Upper School Academic Awards Assembly
Venue: Kew-Forest Gym -
Senior Breakfast / Graduation Rehearsal
Venue: Kew-Forest Gym
Seniors will enjoy breakfast with available faculty members and have the opportunity to receive and have their yearbooks signed. Seniors are free to depart when rehearsal ends. -
Afterschool Movie Day
Organizer: K. SterlingIf your child is not registered in Afterschool, but you would like your child to attend, please email ksterling@kewforest.org. -
KFPA Pre-Loved Uniforms & Jagwear Collection Drive
The KFPA organizes a uniform and Jagwear resale at various times during the school year. We sell clean, gently used pieces for $5 each. In preparation for our next Uniform and Jagwear Resale in September 2024, we will be collecting donations from Fri 31 May through Tues 11 June.If you have clean, gently used uniforms and/or Jagwear that you would like to donate, please drop them off at the Lower School entrance or Main entrance by the last day of school. -
KFPA Pre-Loved Uniforms & Jagwear Collection Drive
The KFPA organizes a uniform and Jagwear resale at various times during the school year. We sell clean, gently used pieces for $5 each. In preparation for our next Uniform and Jagwear Resale in September 2024, we will be collecting donations from Fri 31 May through Tues 11 June.If you have clean, gently used uniforms and/or Jagwear that you would like to donate, please drop them off at the Lower School entrance or Main entrance by the last day of school. -
KFPA Pre-Loved Uniforms & Jagwear Collection Drive
The KFPA organizes a uniform and Jagwear resale at various times during the school year. We sell clean, gently used pieces for $5 each. In preparation for our next Uniform and Jagwear Resale in September 2024, we will be collecting donations from Fri 31 May through Tues 11 June.If you have clean, gently used uniforms and/or Jagwear that you would like to donate, please drop them off at the Lower School entrance or Main entrance by the last day of school. -
Attire for Today
Lower School- Dress down day for PS-Grade 4 students
- Academic uniform for Grade 5 students
- Dress down day
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5th Grade Moving Up Ceremony
Venue: Middle/Upper School Library
Organizer: K. BernsteinParents and extended families of Grade 5 students only are invited to attend. -
KFPA Pre-Loved Uniforms & Jagwear Collection Drive
The KFPA organizes a uniform and Jagwear resale at various times during the school year. We sell clean, gently used pieces for $5 each. In preparation for our next Uniform and Jagwear Resale in September 2024, we will be collecting donations from Fri 31 May through Tues 11 June.If you have clean, gently used uniforms and/or Jagwear that you would like to donate, please drop them off at the Lower School entrance or Main entrance by the last day of school. -
Attire for Today
Lower SchoolDress up day. No jeans, t-shirts, sweatshirts, sweatpants, or shorts.
Middle & Upper School- Dress down day for Grade 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, & 12 students.
- Dress up day for Grade 8 students.
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Lower School Spring Show
Venue: Kew-Forest GymParents are expected to attend; extended families are invited to attend.Dress Code for Students- Students should dress up for the occasion.
- Please no jeans, T-Shirts or shirts with words or pictures.
- Students may wear their academic uniform in lieu of dressing up.
Entering the Building- Do not arrive earlier than 8:40 a.m. The show will begin promptly at 9:00 a.m. and we would like to have everyone seated by then.
- Arrive by foot if possible, as parking in the neighborhood can be challenging to find.
- Please enter the building at the main entrance on Union Turnpike.
Dismissal- Dismissal will take place immediately following the performance.
- Your children should leave with you after picking up their belongings in their classrooms.
- There is no Afterschool on this day.
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Grade 8 Moving Up Ceremony
Organizer: M. Vessio
Venue: Kew-Forest Gym -
Semester 2 Reports Publish Today
How to Access Lower School ReportsIf you have any questions or difficulties accessing your child’s report, please email kbernstein@kewforest.org or ahenry@kewforest.org.- Please go to www.kewforest.org.
- Log in using your username and password.
- At the top left-hand corner of the webpage, you will see a tab with your child’s name listed. If you have more than one child enrolled in school, please choose the specific name of the child.
- You will then be taken to a page where all of your child’s classes are listed. At the top left-hand side of the webpage, there is a box labeled Performance. Directly below the word Performance is a link labeled as follows:
- For students in Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten, and Kindergarten, please choose the link labeled with your child’s current grade level.
- For students in Grades 1-5, please click on the link labeled Grades 1-5 Report Cards.
How to Access Middle & Upper School Report Cards- Please go to www.kewforest.org
- Log in using your username and password
- You will see a tab with your child's name listed at the top left-hand corner of the webpage. If you have more than one child enrolled in school, please choose the specific name of the child.
- You will then be taken to a page where all of your child's classes are listed. At the top left-hand side of the webpage, there is a box labeled "Performance". Directly below the word Performance is a link labeled "Report Cards." Please click the link.
Parents of Children in Grades 6-8, please click the link labeled Middle School Report Cards.Parents of Children in Grades 9-12, please click the link labeled Upper School Report Cards.If the link is not available, please contact Mr. Scott Quintero at (718) 268-4667 ext. 112 or by email (squintero@kewforest.org). If you have questions regarding these directions, please contact Ms. Amy Perez via email (aperez@kewforest.org). -
Deadline for Parents and Guardians to Complete KFPA End-of-Year Survey 2024
Dear Kew-Forest Parents and Guardians,YOUR OPINION MATTERS! As members of the Kew-Forest Parents Association and participants of our many events year-round, your feedback is the best resource for us to shape our plans for the next school year!Therefore, we invite you to please complete the KFPA End-of Year Survey 2024, sharing your thoughts, ideas, and opinions with us to improve future KFPA experiences.We truly welcome any feedback you are willing to offer, as we are all working together to enrich our children's K-F experience!There are five main topics*:- Newsletter
- Communication
- Events
- Uniform Resale
- General Feedback
*Each field is optional - please answer as many or as few questions as you wish.Please complete the survey by TODAY. If you have any questions, please email kfpa@kewforest.org. -
The Kew-Forest School Alumni & Friends Reunion Weekend
Organized by: J. Halligan / M. AragónSpecial recognition will be extended to the following classes:- '49
- '54
- '59
- '64
- '69
- '74
- '79
- '84
- '89
- '94
- '99
- '04
- '09
- '14
- '19
- '24
If you have any questions, please email: development@kewforest.org. More details to follow at: https://www.kewforest.org/alumni -
Kew-Forest Alumni vs. Student Basketball Game
Organized by: J. Halligan / M. Aragón
Venue: Kew-Forest Gym -
Virtual Alumni Panel on Climate Risk & Resilience
Organized by: J. Halligan / M. Aragón -
The Kew-Forest School Alumni & Friends Reunion Weekend
Organized by: J. Halligan / M. AragónSpecial recognition will be extended to the following classes:- '49
- '54
- '59
- '64
- '69
- '74
- '79
- '84
- '89
- '94
- '99
- '04
- '09
- '14
- '19
- '24
If you have any questions, please email: development@kewforest.org. More details to follow at: https://www.kewforest.org/alumni -
Faculty Hall of Fame Induction
Organized by: J. Halligan / M. Aragón
Venue: Kew-Forest Gym -
Kew-Forest Alumni & Friends Reception (Cocktails, Hors d'oeuvres, Dancing)
Organized by: J. Halligan / M. Aragón
Venue: Kew-Forest Gym -
(Tentative) Virtual Alumni Council Meeting
Organizers: J. Halligan / M. Aragón -
Submission Deadline for David McCullough Essay Prizes (for US Students)
The Gilder Lehrman Institute is accepting submissions for the 2024 David McCullough Essay Prizes. The essay contest will recognize fourteen outstanding high school student research and interpretive essays with cash prizes of up to $5,000. All high school students in Gilder Lehrman Affiliate Schools are eligible to participate. Students are invited to submit an original essay, written independently or for a 2023-2024 class, that has been revised, expanded, and adapted to conform with the McCullough Prize specifications.
To be considered for the David McCullough Essay Prizes, students, or their teachers or parents, can submit the student entry by 8:00 pm today. -
CUB Film Shoot at Kew-Forest
Sofia Rubin ’18 is recruiting volunteers to be extras on the set of CUB, a new short film she has written and will direct.What you need to know:- The shooting of the film will take place at Kew-Forest and is scheduled for Sat 29 Jun and Sun 30 Jun, in the gym.
- Volunteer work involves sitting/standing in the gym and cheering for a tween grappling match.
- Kids, family, and friend groups are encouraged to volunteer.
- For more information about CUB, please visit www.sofiarubinfilm.com.
If you, your child(ren), or friends would like to volunteer, please complete the CUB Background Actor Sign Up by Sat 1 Jun. Individual sheets must be submitted for each participant.Note:
Though the film will be shot at Kew-Forest, it is not sponsored by the school. -
CUB Film Shoot at Kew-Forest
Sofia Rubin ’18 is recruiting volunteers to be extras on the set of CUB, a new short film she has written and will direct.What you need to know:- The shooting of the film will take place at Kew-Forest and is scheduled for Sat 29 Jun and Sun 30 Jun, in the gym.
- Volunteer work involves sitting/standing in the gym and cheering for a tween grappling match.
- Kids, family, and friend groups are encouraged to volunteer.
- For more information about CUB, please visit www.sofiarubinfilm.com.
If you, your child(ren), or friends would like to volunteer, please complete the CUB Background Actor Sign Up by Sat 1 Jun. Individual sheets must be submitted for each participant.Note:
Though the film will be shot at Kew-Forest, it is not sponsored by the school.
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.