As more and more offices and schools shut down across Dallas and the nation, Kent Elementary in the Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District did not let campus closures stop their nine-week awards assembly. Kent Elementary went to social media and held a virtual assembly to honor their incredible students for their hard work and dedication to the school.
COVID-19 Does Not Stop Team Cardinal Assembly at Kent Elementary
Debbie Williams, Principal at Kent Elementary, kicked off today’s virtual event by thanking her staff and students for their hard work during the shutdown. She also encouraged the Kent Family to stay safe and to make sure to follow good hygiene.
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COVID-19 was not going to shutdown its quarterly awards. Williams stated, “Cardinals rise to the occasion! Our school spirit will shine under all circumstances.”
A Day of Celebration at Kent
Throughout the morning and into the afternoon, grade-level teachers posted videos awarding their impressive third nine-week award winners. Awards included grade level MVP’s, the Spirit Stick Award and the Grand Slam Award, which honors for character, behavior and being an overall good Kent Cardinal. Coach Marsh had a special “dance” message to all the Grand Slam Award Winners!!! All the teachers had fun putting the event together.
Kent Elementary Families Come Together
“I had word from parents that their family had gathered around the TV this morning to watch the assembly,” said Williams. Students and staff wore their Kent sprit wear to honor the virtual awards assembly as they watched from home. Williams also stated, “Parents stated that their children sang along with to the school songs. It was an excellent time for parents, students and teachers to reconnect.
Congratulations to all of the outstanding Kent Cardinals for their hard work for the third nine-weeks. We miss you and hope to see you soon. You make CFBISD proud.
You can see all of the award announcement by visiting their Facebook page by clicking below: