North Glendale Partners with Local Artist for Hands-On Learning

NG students with Cbabi Bayoc. The group completed a mural on the theme of being “responsible.”

Governor Parson Presents Proclamation to Kirkwood High School

On Thursday, September 29, Kirkwood High School (KHS) welcomed two special guests. Governor Mike Parson visited KHS and was joined by Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Commissioner Margie Vandeven. Parson and Vandeven both presented KHS a Missouri Proclamation to KHS students, staff and Kirkwood School District Board of Education members.

Kirkwood High School Wind Ensemble Selected to Perform at Missouri Music Educators Association Conference

The Kirkwood High School Wind Ensemble was selected to perform at the 85th Annual Missouri Music Educators Association (MMEA) In-Service Workshop/Conference, “Grow MO: Telling Our Story, Influencing Our Future” January 25-28, 2023 in Osage Beach, MO.

Kirkwood School Board Approves Tax Rates

At its meeting on Monday, September 26, the Kirkwood School District Board of Education voted on the tax rates for the 2022-23 school year.

Kirkwood High School Recognized as National Blue Ribbon School

Kirkwood High School was one of eight Missouri schools to earn a 2022 National Blue Ribbon Award. On September 16, U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona recognized 297 schools as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2022. The recognition is based on a school's overall academic performance or progress in closing achievement gaps among student subgroups.

KHS Band Students Selected to Interlochen Arts Camp and St. Louis Symphony Youth Orchestra

Three Kirkwood High School (KHS) band students were selected to two prestigious band programs. KHS senior Jacob Buchek, tuba; senior Abigail Konopik, French horn; and junior Elizabeth Myers, bassoon; were selected for both the 53rd season of the St. Louis Symphony Youth Orchestra (SLSYO) and attended Interlochen Arts Camp, the nation’s premier multidisciplinary summer arts program for aspiring artists in grades 3 through 12. All three students are also members of the Kirkwood High School Pioneer Pride Band, St. Louis All-Suburban Band, and the Missouri All-State Orchestra.

Construction Begins on Addition at Kirkwood High School in Kirkwood School District

(KSD) officially broke ground on construction work at Kirkwood High School. Construction will result in 15 new classrooms, enclosed connection corridors to increase safety and security along with a new main office and a new security office.

Construction Begins on Addition at Nipher Middle School in Kirkwood School District

On Friday, September 2, the Kirkwood School District (KSD) officially broke ground on construction work at Nipher Middle School, the oldest building in KSD still in use. The project will allow for increased capacity.

Kirkwood High School Students Selected to St. Louis Symphony Youth Orchestra

Three Kirkwood High School (KHS) students were selected to the 53rd season of the St. Louis Symphony Youth Orchestra (SLSYO). KHS senior Nathan Bronstein, Violinist; senior Luisa Parker, Cellist and junior Mallory Mihm, Violist (alternate). Approximately 100 young musicians between the ages of 12-22 are selected after auditioning for a panel of St. Louis Symphony Orchestra (SLSO) musicians. Youth Orchestra (YO) members represent more than 40 schools throughout the bi-state region. There are over 2,000 alumni in a wide range of professions, including six current members of the SLSO. In addition to rehearsing and performing challenging orchestral repertoire under the direction of the SLSO Assistant Conductor Stephanie Childress, musicians receive regular coaching and mentoring from the world-class musicians of the SLSO. The YO presents three concerts per season in historic Powell Hall.

Katie Meyers Announced as a Missouri Teacher of the Year Semifinalist

Kirkwood School District Announces Assistant Principal Hire at Robinson Elementary

Kirkwood School District Board of Education Approves Hire of New Girls Soccer Coach at Kirkwood High School

At the regularly scheduled Kirkwood School District Board of Education meeting on Monday, June 27, the BOE approved the recommendation of the appointment of Jordan Sabotic as the next girls head soccer coach at Kirkwood High School.

Kirkwood School District Board of Education Approves Hire of New Boys Head Basketball Coach at Kirkwood High School

At the regularly scheduled Kirkwood School District Board of Education meeting on Monday, June 27, the BOE approved the recommendation of the appointment of Sam Briscoe as the next boys head basketball coach at Kirkwood High School.

Kirkwood High School Receives National Recognition for Commitment to Empowering Students

Kirkwood High School in the Kirkwood School District is recognized as a 2021-22 Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Distinguished High School for providing broad access to transformative learning opportunities for students through its PLTW programs. 

Nipher Students Finish Strong in State Technology Competition

At the Technology Education Association of Missouri (TEAM) annual state contest and awards program, Nipher Middle School students finished with high marks in several categories.

Kirkwood High School Students Sweep Writing Awards in St. Louis Holocaust Museum Art and Writing Contest

Kirkwood High School (KHS) students in Advanced Placement Language and Composition Class and Journalism class submitted essays to the 19th Annual Holocaust Art and Writing Contest sponsored by the St. Louis Kaplan Feldman Holocaust Museum.

Kirkwood School District Board of Education Approves Hire of New Executive Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At the regularly scheduled Kirkwood School District Board of Education meeting on Monday, May 23, the board unanimously approved the recommendation for the hire of Dr. Jeremy Mapp as the Executive Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for the Kirkwood School District.

Kirkwood School District to issue additional Prop R bonds as construction continues on projects to increase capacity in schools

At its regular meeting on Monday, May 23, the Kirkwood School Board of Education approved the issuance of $5 million in Prop R bonds. These bonds are a part of the original $61 million in bonds approved by voters in April 2021. 

Kirkwood High School Students Finish Strong in Local Writing Contest

Kirkwood High School students recently earned top spots in the annual essay contest hosted by the Kirkwood Human Rights Commission.

Construction begins on additions at Tillman Elementary and Westchester Elementary in Kirkwood School District

On Monday, May 23, the Kirkwood School District officially broke ground on construction for additions at two elementary schools. The projects at Tillman Elementary School and Westchester Elementary School, will allow for increased capacity at both schools.