Friday eNews

Our theme for this year is “made for more”, which perhaps inspires us to ask the question, “made by whom” and/or “more than what?” Well, as it often does, the New Testament provides us with first century answers to 21st century questions. In our first reading, St. Paul is writing to the young Christian community in the metropolitan port city of Corinth. 

Interested in helping run assemblies, decorating the school, planning fun events, and representing the Class of 2030? Pick up an application for Freshman Class Officer. Applications open on Monday, September 14, but all interested students must attend an interest meeting with Ms. McNulty before applying. Interest meetings will be held on September 14 and 15 during both lunches. The meetings on the 14 will be held in the Dillman Center and the meetings on the 15 will be held in C185 during first lunch and the Dillman Center during 2nd lunch. Completed applications are due by 3:00 pm on Monday, September 21. Any questions? Contact Ms. McNulty

Homecoming tickets are officially on sale starting on Monday, September 14 and running through Wednesday, September 30. Tickets are $40 and are sold during lunch. Cash, card*, and check** are accepted forms of payment. The dance is on October 3 from 8-11pm and the location and theme will be released next week on the ASB Instagram. Guests are welcome at this dance so long as a guest form is filled out. Guest forms can be picked up in the cafeteria from Ms. McNulty and must be submitted by September 30 at 3pm.

One Lunch-A-Day Experience is still available for the 2026–2027 school year! Valued at $2,000, this package provides your student with lunch every school day in Kennedy Catholic’s newly refreshed cafeteria, featuring expanded menu options from our dining partner, Elior.

Make mornings a little easier while your student enjoys the new Kennedy Catholic dining experience all year long!

Interested? Contact cottea@kennedyhs.org to claim this opportunity before it’s gone.

Parents/guardians are responsible for charges exceeding $200 per month. Non-transferable.

Are you interested in being Kennedy Catholics official mascot, Lance? Sign-ups will be open tomorrow and can be found on posters on the walls, the ASB Instagram, StudentSquare, and this link. Sign up as soon as possible. Auditions will take place September 15 and 16 before FOCUS. See the sign-up form or Ms. McNulty for any further information or questions.

• FOOTBALL: Defeated Mt Tahoma 33-0 on Thursday as they get ready for League play next week.. Next Up: Stadium @ Highline Stadium, 9/19, 1pm 

• VOLLEYBALL: Were off this week but will take on Puyallup next week. Next Up: @ Puyallup HS, 9/15, 7:15pm

• GIRLS SOCCER: After dropping a game to Eastside Catholic the Lancers rebounded with a 2-1 victory over Stadium to start NPSL play. Next Up: @ Auburn Riverside HS, 9/15, 7:30pm

• GIRLS SWIM/DIVE: Defeated Auburn Riverside by a score of 129-57 win their 1^st League meet. Next Up: Kentwood HS @ Kent YMCA, 9/17, 3pm

• BOYS WATER POLO: The Lancers come out victorious vs Newport by a score of 16-3. Next Up: Gig Harbor HS @ Tukwila Pool, 9/15, 7:30pm

• CROSS COUNTRY: The Lancers have their 1^st meet of the season at Tahoma this weekend. Next Up: Tahoma Relays @ Lake Wilderness Park, 9/12, 9am

• BOYS TENNIS: Went 1-1 on the week defeating Mount Rainier but then falling to Auburn. Next Up: @ Kentwood HS, 9/15, 3:30pm

• GOLF: Boys: Defeated Stadium before dropping a close match to Kentwood by 1 point. Next up: Tahoma @ Glen Acres, 9/16, 3:15pm. Girls: The Lancers earned a victory over Stadium in the 1st match of the season. Next Up: Tahoma @ Druids Glen, 9/15, 3pm.

The Booster Club will host a tailgate before every home football game! Join us for food, band performances, giveaways and more. Festivities begin 90 minutes before kickoff, and all are welcome. Come out, connect with the Lancer community and get ready to cheer on the Lancers!

Weather permitting, the grassy area next to the booster pavilion and football field will be open for student parking.  Please park perpendicularly with the fence, park as if it's a regular parking lot, and please move your car after school so teams can use the field.

Monday September 14 - A Block

Tuesday September 15 - B Block - Late Start

Wednesday September 16 - A Block

Thursday September 17 - B Block - Early Release - School out at 12:40

Friday September 18 - A Block

Campus Ministry is excited to host the Sophomore Solidarity Retreat for the Class of 2029 on Friday, September 25 from 8am - 2:30pm. All sophomores received this letter and this permission slip during Community Period today for their mandatory Sophomore Solidarity Retreat on Friday, September 25, from 8am - 2:30pm. Parents must also fill out this EarthCorps registration and waiver. A message was also sent to all sophomore families today in ParentSquare sharing the same information. Please contact Mr. Latvala if you have any questions or concerns.

Friday, September 18 Deadline:

• Seniors: Sophomore ISLE Hours, ISLE Commitment Contract or ISLE Org Proposal & Junior ISLE Hours

• Juniors: Sophomore ISLE Hours, ISLE Commitment Contract OR ISLE Org Proposal

• Sophomores: Frosh ISLE Hours - please send Mr. Latvala a readable picture of your service records sheet or come show it to him in A133 as directed above if you did not show it to your CP teacher last spring

General: 

• Frosh ISLE Hours is service to or with family, above and beyond normal chores and responsibilities.  Service record sheets will be available beginning in October through Community Period teachers or in the Chapel hallway.

• Service that may have worked for Sophomore ISLE Hours may not work for Junior ISLE Hours which are expected to be served with a heightened leadership role within an organization and/or direct community engagement.

• Please remember that ALL students must submit an ISLE Commitment Contract or ISLE Organization Proposal online form and have it approved via email by Mr. Latvala PRIOR to serving their Junior ISLE Hours.

• Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors set up their MobileServe account with their Kennedy Catholic email/Class Code and submit their ISLE Hours via MobileServe as they serve and ensure verification of their hours by a non-relative site supervisor from the non-profit organization where they are serving.

Join the Deans and Directors of the five Sister Colleges (Barnard, Bryn Mawr, Mount Holyoke, Smith and Wellesley) for an information session about the value of women's colleges. Learn about the strength of our academics, communities, outcomes and meet some of our alums. Stay for a short college fair featuring our institutions after the panel. 

Learn more and register here! 

Hello Lancers! We are excited to announce that this year we will be offering the opportunity for SENIORS to take the SAT here on campus on Wednesday October 7th when all other grades will be taking the PSAT. 

Spots are LIMITED. To express interest, complete the following form: Fall SAT Pre-Registration From – Fill out form.  A payment link will be sent shortly after completing the pre-registration form.  Registration will not be confirmed until the $60 dollar payment is processed in Arbiter. 
 
Questions? Please contact: Alana Temple (templea@kennedyhs.org) Or Kesley Mark (markk@kennedyhs.org) 

Come join us for parent nights on Wednesdays in September to hear all the latest updates and information for the 2026-2027 school year! 

Wednesday, September 16, 2026 

9th Grade - Meet in cafeteria 

12th Grade - Meet in library 

Wednesday, September 23, 2026 

10^th Grade – Meet in library  

11th Grade – Meet in cafeteria  

WashU is hosting an information session in Seattle! At this session, students and families will learn about academic opportunities, campus life, community engagement, and how WashU paves the way for graduates’ futures. WashU reps will also be available to answer questions about the application process and financial aid. 
 
Learn more and register here! 

Join the Counseling Department for a virtual event designed especially for new transfer students and their parents.  This event will help New Lancers gain a better understanding of the school from academics and schedules to extracurriculars and school culture. We hope to see you there! 

Starting in September, our high school will be hosting a variety of college visits on campus. These visits give students the chance to meet with admissions representatives, learn more about different schools, and ask questions about programs, campus life, and the application process. It’s a great way to explore options and start imagining the next step after graduation. We encourage all students, especially juniors and seniors, to take advantage of these opportunities!  

All current parents and guardians are invited to attend the monthly Parent Club General Meeting in the Dillman Center (across from the main office) on Tuesday, September 15, from 7-8pm. At this upcoming meeting, enjoy refreshments and conversation beginning at 6:30pm. Planning for the Father/Daughter Event is underway and we are seeking interested shadows and/or co-leads for upcoming event and board positions. Come be involved in the activities and traditions of the Lancer community while satisfying volunteer hours! No membership or fee is required. 

Wednesday, September 16 is the last day to lock in the early-bird rate of $250 for Senior Grad Night. After September 16, the price goes up to $275. Grad Night takes place right after graduation on June 1, 2027 and provides seniors an opportunity for a safe, drug and alcohol-free celebration with non-stop entertainment all night long. Registration forms are available on the KCHS Parent Club webpage and in the front office.

Spend two weeks in London, Oxford, and Stratford-on-Avon. Dr. Dickinson will lead this trip June of 2028. The focus is on theater, and the trip will include several shows, backstage tours, and workshops. Enroll now to lower your monthly payments. For more information, see: www.eftours.com/2930613FK.

Questions? Email dickinsonr@kennedyhs.org