Salem-Keizer early education programs available for 2022-23 school year
Children in the Salem-Keizer community have an opportunity to enroll in early childhood education programs to support their foundational learning during the 2022-23 school year. Salem-Keizer Public Schools currently has openings available for enrollment [...]
Free Summer Break Meal Program 2022
Starting on Wednesday, June 22, free summer meals will be available to children ages 1-18, as well as Community Transition Program students, at the locations listed below. Meals will be Grab-N-Go Meals this summer. No on-site [...]
Keizer kicks off bond construction
Keizer Elementary kicked off bond-funded construction with a fun, construction-themed event, sponsored by the construction contractor, Triplett Wellman. Below is a recap of the event in both English and Spanish, including some information about [...]
School Safety Systems in Salem-Keizer Public Schools
School Safety Systems in Salem-Keizer Public Schools Video: School Safety and Emergency Procedures Learn about safety protocols and emergency procedures implemented in all Salem-Keizer schools. Safety and security staff and [...]
Music concert and construction celebration, May 24
Join us for a fun music concert and construction celebration on May 24! All Keizer Colts families are invited to a special event at Keizer Elementary on Tuesday evening, May 24, 2022! At 6 [...]
FREE Spring break meals – March 21-25, 2022
Our Spring Break Meal Program is open for grab-n-go meals for all students enrolled in Salem-Keizer Public Schools. Join us from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. from March 21-25 at the locations listed below. [...]
Video: Different Choices, Always United
As we transition into optional face coverings, it's important to remember to be respectful of each other's choices. At Salem-Keizer Public Schools we may make different choices, be we are always united. [...]
Face coverings optional effective March 12
As you likely know, there have been significant changes in recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Oregon Health Authority, and Oregon Department of Education regarding face coverings in schools. We have carefully [...]
Keizer bond construction overview
Bond-funded construction is set to begin at Keizer in the summer of 2022. Here’s an overview of the improvements planned for the Colts in both English and Spanish. [...]
Practicing Lockdown Procedures
State law requires schools to conduct two lockdown drills per year. Schools will be conducting a lockdown drill within the first two weeks of the school year, and again within the first two weeks [...]
Think before you post
Recently, schools across the Salem-Keizer School District have experienced an increase in school threats, rumors of threats, and the spread of false information, which has been disrupting our learning environments and creating fear in [...]
Keizer bond construction update
Voters passed a bond measure in 2018 to fund improvements across the entire district, including at Keizer Elementary School. Bond funding will provide nearly $9 million in additions and improvements at Keizer to increase safety [...]
November Newsletter
Our latest Keizer Colt newsletter
4th Grade Parent Meeting
Here is the 4th grade parent meeting slideshow shown on 10/6
Upward Basketball 2021
Upward Basketball is a uniquely designed program that seeks to develop the total athlete mentally, athletically, spiritually and socially. The league is open to boys and girls from Kindergarten – 6th grade. The children will learn [...]
5th Grade Band Meeting
Next Tuesday night (9/21) we will be holding our Beginning Band Night at Claggett in the gymnasium from 5-7, followed by a second session from 7:15-9:00. Families can choose to attend either session. [...]
Beginning of school year info 2021-22
Find out all the latest info for the start of the school year! Beginning of school year info 2021-22
Información de Kinder para Padres 2021-22
Bienvenidos al mundo maravilloso de Kindergarten! La información adjunta les puede servir de ayuda Información de Kinder para Padres 2021-22
Kinder Parent Info 2021-22
Kinder parents please read to find out current information Kinder Parent Info 2021-22
Elementary school bell schedules, late start days and first day of school
The start of the 2021-22 school year is right around the corner. Here is all the information you will need about bell schedules, late start days and the first day of school. Start and end [...]
Complete registration for bus service for the 2021-22 school year
Starting the first week of September, SKPS school buses will be hitting the road as students return to school for the 2021-22 school year! Will your child need transportation to or from school this [...]
Free mobile vaccine clinics at many Salem-Keizer schools
In partnership with Salem Health, Salem-Keizer Public Schools will host several free vaccine clinics throughout the summer. Anyone 12 years and older is eligible for the vaccine and no appointment is required. More vaccination [...]
Boys & Girls Club Fall Sports
The Salem Boys & Girls clubb is offering fall sports this year! Volleyball Grades: 3rd-High School Registration Deadline: Aug. 29 Cost: $100 Flag Football Grades: 1st-5th Registration Deadline: Aug. 8 Cost: $100 Register Online [...]
Supply List 2021-22
Find your grade's button for a supply list Kindergarten Kindergarten Supply List Kindergarten Lista de utiles First Grade / Primer Grado First grade Supply [...]
June Newsletter / Boletín de Junio 2021
Our June Newsletter can be found with these links June Newsletter / Boletín de Junio 2021
Keizer Strong – McNary graduates share message of hope with young students
Keizer Elementary School students got encouragement from McNary High School graduates in the Class of 2021 in the latest episode of "Keizer Strong" on KPTV Fox 12 News. "As high school seniors in [...]
Registration closed for free summer programs | Las inscripciones para los programas gratuitos de verano han cerrado
The registration window for summer programs closed on Monday, May 31. A lottery system was used to select students, and families have been notified of program placements. El plazo de inscripción para [...]
Formando Familias Fuertes 29 de Mayo
Aprenderemos a como reconocer problemas de salud mental en los jóvenes y cómo ayudarles. Hablaremos también de los recursos de salud mental que hay en la comunidad Formando Familias Fuertes 29 de Mayo
It’s time to complete online registration & enrollment verification
It’s time to complete the registration/enrollment verification process for the 2021-22 school year! Completing this process early ensures our district can best prepare for staffing, program offerings and more. Complete registration and enrollment verification for [...]
May Newsletter / Boletín de Mayo 2021
Follow the link below for our May newsletter May Newsletter 2021 Siga el enlace a continuación para recibir nuestro boletín de mayo Boletín de Mayo 2021
Elementary hybrid learning update and bus rider registration
Now that elementary school students are starting in-person hybrid learning it is time to make sure your elementary student has transportation to and from school. Transportation We need your help to use our limited [...]
Preparing for hybrid learning and bus rider registration | Viajar en el autobús escolar durante el aprendizaje híbrido
As students prepare to return to school buildings for hybrid learning, many may choose to use district-provided transportation. Transportation is available for elementary students attending their resident school who live more than one mile from [...]
March Newsletter 2021
Follow the link below to find our March March Newsletter 2021 Siga el Enlace a Continuación Para el Boletín de Marzo Boletín de Marzo 2021
February Newsletter 2021
Follow this link to find our February newsletter February Newsletter 2021 Siga este enlace para encontrar nuestro boletín de Febrero Boletín de febrero
January Newsletter 2021
Follow the link to our January newsletter with some important information January Newsletter 2021 Siga el enlace a nuestro boletín de enero con información importante. Boletín de Enero 2021
Crisis Resources for Parents / Recursos de crisis para padres
Some resources to help families in need. Crisis Resources for Parents / Recursos de crisis para padres
Superintendent Perry’s update about athletics and CDL | Actualización del la Superintendente Perry Sobre Atletismo y CDL
Hello Salem-Keizer Families, First, some good news. We are planning to return to outdoor athletics in January. For students involved, coaches will be reaching out during the first week of January with details on [...]
Thank you Education Support Professionals!
It's Education Support Professionals Day! Administrators and teachers from across the district give a shoutout to the amazing Education Support Professionals in Salem-Keizer Public Schools. Thank you to all of our ESPs [...]
SKPS to reduce limited-in-person instruction and suspend athletic activities
SKPS to reduce limited-in-person instruction and suspend athletic activities On Friday, Nov. 13, Oregon Governor Kate Brown announced a statewide two-week freeze on activities, which will take effect on Wednesday, Nov. 18. After [...]
Oregon Health Plan Free For Youth – El Plan de Salud de Oregon está disponible de forma gratuita para jóvenes
Through the Oregon Health Plan, youth 19 years of age and younger have access to free health coverage, regardless of immigration status if they meet the income requirements. More information, including income requirements and [...]
Vaccination rates at Keizer Elementary | Tasa de vacunación en Keizer Elementary
Keizer families, here you can find the vaccination rates for students at our school and for all of Marion County in English and Spanish. Familias de Keizer, aquí podrán encontrar las tasas de vacunación [...]
Say Hello to Canvas and SeeSaw!
Canvas and SeeSaw are learning platforms used by teachers Say Hello to Canvas and SeeSaw!
Chromebook Login Issues?
We are aware that some students are having challenges logging into their Chromebooks to access Distance Learning. Here are instructions to help families having difficulties logging in. As Chromebooks come online after the summer, [...]
Ya se encuentra disponible en ParentVUE y StudentVUE la información del grupo de asistencia de los estudiantes
Ahora puede iniciar su sesión en ParentVUE y en StudentVUE para ver el grupo de asistencia asignado a su estudiante. Los estudiantes han sido asignados a un grupo de asistencia los martes y los [...]
No Espere. ¡Vacúnese!
Mientras se acerca el comienzo del nuevo año escolar, queremos recordarles que las leyes de vacunación del estado de Oregon no han cambiado, aún si nuestros estudiantes estarán aprendiendo de manera remota. Es importante [...]
Intro to Mrs. Starr and Counseling at Keizer Elementary
Intro to Mrs. Starr and Counseling at Keizer Elementary
Don’t Wait. Vaccinate!
As the beginning of the new school year comes around, we want to remind you that Oregon's school immunization laws have not changed even if our students are participating in school remotely. It is [...]
Intro to Mr. Murphy and Counseling at Keizer Elementary
Intro to Mr. Murphy and Counseling at Keizer Elementary!
Updates to 2020-21 academic calendar | Actualizaciones del calendario académico 2020-21
In February, the Salem and Keizer communities were hit with severe inclement weather, causing widespread power outages across the district. With students and staff accessing classes through comprehensive distance learning, ongoing power outages impacted [...]
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Operations Update | Actualización de operaciones escolares por el Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Posted April 11, 2020 We now have a dedicated webpage for Coronavirus Updates. Please click on the button for all future updates. See the Latest Coronavirus Updates Posted April 8, 2020 Statement [...]
In-District Transfer Application Deadline Extended to Friday, April 17
Students who want to attend a school other than their assigned school next semester (2020-21 school year) must apply for an in-district transfer (IDT). This includes elementary, middle and high school students. The deadline to [...]