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John F. Kennedy High School |
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December 13th: Flapjack JROTC Fundraiser (5250 S Wadsworth Blvd)
December 15th: Community Meeting about JFK New Article 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm
December 17th & 18th: Finals
December 19th: No School for Students, make-up finals by appointment only.
December 22nd - January 6th: No School, Winter Break
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December 13th: Basketball Girls Varsity at Thornton, Wrestling @ Wheat Ridge Tournament
December 15th: Basketball Boys Varsity vs. Denver Academy of Torah
December 16th: Basketball Boys Varsity at TJ
December 17th: Wrestling vs. Arvada West
December 19th: Basketball Girls Varsity vs. Montbello
Find the full athletic schedule here.
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Community Meeting Monday, December 15th 4:30-5:30 |
Join us for a Community Meeting Monday, December 15th from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm. We will be discussing the recent news articles about the school accountability clock. Interpreters will be available, we hope to see you there. |
Dear JKF Band Families,
We want to take a moment to celebrate the incredible success of our recent Winter Concert this week. Our student musicians performed with skill, confidence, and heart. It was clear that their hard work and dedication truly shined on stage despite the barriers presented this year. Thank you to all the families who came out to support them - your presence and encouragement mean more than you know to our program.
We also want to share an important update regarding the instruments lost during the recent flood. We now have insurance funds available and are ready to begin the process of replacing the damaged instruments.
Our team is currently working closely with our outstanding band instructor Mr. Hernandez, district leadership, and our instrument vendors to ensure we purchase high-quality replacements that meet the needs of all our students. We will continue to provide updates as orders are placed and instruments arrive.
Our band program is rebuilding with strength, hope, and a deep sense of community. We are excited for everything ahead, thank you for your patience, partnership, and continued support of our musicians.
With appreciation,
JFK High School Music Department
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Notice for Athlete Families |
We want to make you aware that we have recently seen an increase in Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD) in our school. HFMD is a common viral illness that typically affects children and teens, including active athletes. While generally mild, it is contagious and can spread quickly, especially in team environments.
HFMD is caused by a virus and usually begins with fever, sore throat, and fatigue. Within a few days, athletes may develop a rash on their hands, feet, or mouth. Most cases are mild and resolve within 7–10 days.
The virus spreads through close personal contact, coughs or sneezes, contact with contaminated surfaces and sharing water bottles or sports equipment. We have and will continue to sanitize our gym spaces, disinfect equipment and remind athletes to stop sharing water bottles. Coaches have met with our Denver Health School-Based Physician Associate for guidance to keep their teams healthy and well.
Please encourage your athlete to:
Wash hands frequently with soap and water, especially after practice.
Avoid sharing water bottles, towels, or personal items.
Clean and disinfect sports equipment and personal gear regularly.
Stay home from team activities if they show symptoms such as fever, sore throat, or a rash.
Cover coughs and sneezes and avoid close contact with others when feeling unwell.
If your athlete is experiencing fever-like symptoms, displays a rash on hands, feet or mouth, or generally feels unwell, please keep them out of all team activities. They may return once they are fever-free for 24 hours without medication and symptoms are improving.
Thank you for helping us maintain a healthy environment for our entire community. If you have questions or concerns, feel free to contact Jennifer Montoya at jennifer_montoya@dpsk12.net.
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Access or Donate to Local Food Resources |
As a reminder, our school meals at DPS will not be impacted. School breakfast and lunches will continue as normal and remain free to families.
JFK offers K-Mart, a place where students who need additional assistance can find a range of essentials. If you have any donations to offer for our community, please contact Dre Calloway at dre_calloway@dpsk12.net.
If you need support securing food…
City and County of Denver: Visit their website to find food assistance across the city. Tasty Food Program: Afterschool meals for children will be offered at Denver recreation centers. Visit the Tasty Food website for locations and hours of operation. Food Bank of the Rockies: Find a food pantry near you using their Pantry Locator tool. Colorado 211: This confidential and multilingual service connects people to vital resources across Colorado. Call 2-1-1, 866-760-6489 or visit 211colorado.org. Note: The hotline is open 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday, however, expect long wait times. To avoid waiting, use the call-back feature. Feeding Colorado: The collaborative effort of the 5 Feeding America food banks that serve Colorado and Wyoming to coordinate and enhance food resources, ensuring food insecure Coloradans have access to healthy, fresh foods. Visit feedingcolorado.org/find-food or email info@feedingcolorado.org. Hunger Free Colorado: Connects Colorado families and individuals to SNAP/food stamps, food pantries, free meal sites, WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) and other nutrition programs geared toward families, children and older adults. Call 855-855-4626 Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
The City and County of Denver’s Department of Human Services (DHS) will continue processing SNAP applications and renewals to make sure benefits are processed in a timely fashion as soon as the government shutdown ends. SNAP beneficiaries will receive SNAP benefits retroactively once the government reopens. DHS strongly encourages families to continue submitting SNAP paperwork in the meantime.
If you would like to support local efforts…
Denver Public Schools Foundation: Support the DPS community by donating to the DPS Foundation Food Security Fund. City and County of Denver: Visit their website to learn more about donating food, money and/or time. Denver Recreation Center Drop-off Locations: Non-perishable food items can be dropped off at any Denver rec center. Visit the City and County of Denver website to learn more. Denver Animal Shelter: Donate pet food to the Denver Animal Shelter located at 1241 W. Bayaud Ave. or through their Amazon wishlist. 10 Ways to Support Your Community Now:This slide deck from the City and County of Denver provides resources, suggestions and ideas on how to take immediate action in your community.
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Update on Student Drop-Off
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We understand that there are times when students need to get to school a few minutes before 8:00 am. As the weather gets colder, we invite students who arrive before 8:00 am to sit in the atrium on the East side of our building. Students can wait in the heated atrium until the building opens at 8:00 am. |
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Click here to view the most recent CSC notes.
CSC Meeting Dates:
January 14th, 2026
March 4th, 2026
May 6th, 2026
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Doors open at 8:00 AM every day. Class begins at 8:20 AM every day. On Commander Days (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays), class ends at 3:50 PM. On Green Days (Wednesdays), class ends at 3:00 PM. Students may stay until 3:50 to engage with clubs, participate in study hall, or meet with teachers. On Blue Days (Thursdays), class ends at 1:30 PM. Open office hours for teachers are held weekly on Blue Days from 1:30-2:30. |
School Breakfast and Lunch
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This is a reminder that every student has the opportunity to receive free breakfast and lunch here at Kennedy. Families can access the menus through the SchoolCafé website. Useful features include:
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Starting September 8th, 2025, students will need a parking pass in order to park in the student lot. Passes are $20 for the covered parking under the solar panels and $15 for uncovered parking. Students will need the following items in order to obtain a parking pass:
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All students are required to have their student ID out and visible at all times. |
Attendance Line:
Call the Attendance Line at 720-423-4354 or email jfkattendance@dpsk12.net to excuse your student’s absences.
Office Support:
Phone Number: 720-423-4300
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