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The staff at Kenwood Community School gathered for professional development and team building prior to Labor Day weekend. The number of classroom teachers, interventionists and associate educators has increased at Kenwood, strengthening the school's capacity to support the academic, social and emotional needs of all students. Said Principal Heidi Johnson, "We are thrilled to kick off the year with our exceptional team of professionals. We're eager to partner with our families and the larger community to nurture our students' many talents and dreams."

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