Karlin Bauman
Alpha P – Z
Jackie Cardenas Rodriguez
Outreach Worker
Erin Gillies
Gear Up Coordinator
Chad Harris
Alpha A – Gom
Leisl Leystra
Alpha Gon – O
Ema Tupou
Counseling Clerk
Comprehensive Guidance Clerk
SETH WRIGHT
Social Worker
Kennedy is a GEAR UP school! Gear Up (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs), is focused on the graduating class 2031 (8th grade). Through this program, our students have FREE access to Tutor.com free online tutoring, and to the writing assistant program Grammarly. Gear Up also holds several activities throughout the year, including a field trip for all 8th graders to college campuses. Granite School District also has a Gear Up department where you can find out more Granite School District GEAR UP.
Shield Squad
What is Shield Squad? Shield Squad are students who mentor students that are new to Kennedy. For two days, a Shield Squad member will help the new student become familiar with Kennedy, help them find their classes, and introduce them to other students at the school. Check with the counseling center for more information.
- It is always a great idea to get involved with extracurricular activities here at Kennedy. It helps build social and leadership skills, as well as helps students feel connected. Click on the GET INVOLVED link for clubs and sports programs offered at Kennedy.
- The President’s Award for Educational Excellence – this is awarded at the end of the year for students who have a GPA of 3.5 or better. Applications will be out in April.
- The President’s Award for Educational Achievement – students who have shown growth, improvement, and resilience. Applications will be out in April.
- Knights of the Roundtable – through an application process, students are chosen to have their picture on the commemorative artwork on display in the halls of Kennedy. You will need to be a “Student of the Month” winner to apply for this award. Applications will be out in April.
