Hello parents and families! My name is Kirsten Denny and I could not be any more excited to start off the year. It is going to be an exciting (albeit different) year full of fun, learning and adventure. I am from Seattle, Washington and moved to Austin in August of 2015. While it was difficult leaving my family in Seattle I absolutely love being in Austin. In my free time, I enjoy traveling, reading, watching Seahawks games, being with loved ones and frequenting Torchy’s Tacos. On a Saturday you could find me walking Town Lake and enjoying Zilker Park or chocolate chip pancakes at Magnolia Cafe (hopefully soon!).

Miss Denny Fun Facts

- I have a pair of shoes that has been to four different continents!

-I have visited 22 states and 15 countries I am definitely looking forward to traveling more.

-Even though it is supposed to be impossible, I can lick my elbow

-I have had a yellow lab, a chocolate lab, and now a black lab named Sadie, she is my family dog and lives in Seattle. I miss her VERY much

-I read the Harry Potter series every year at Christmas time

-I could (and have) eat tacos for breakfast, lunch and dinner

-Read through Parent Information 20/21 Document

-Update and review contact information in Home Access Center

-Fill out parent information form

-Review logging into Launchpad with student

-Make sure you are currently signed up for Leander ISD insider and Principal Kennections

*Join the PTO and buy a school shirt and mask!

*Save my email address: kirsten.denny@leanderisd.org .

The beginning of this year will look a little different than years prior. There are many things families can do to prepare for virtual learning. One thing you can do is practice having your child login to the computer, launchpad and frequently used websites. Teacher's will help walk them through the areas of Seesaw and other components but practicing can help make them feel more confident! Try to have your student find a "virtual learning spot" where they can reduce the amount of background noise (if possible) and have what they need for the day nearby. Remember to have students login to join us for synchronous virtual learning! Another big tip to is read with your kiddo for twenty minutes daily!

Amazon Wishlist

Coffee: Iced Caramel Macchiato

Drinks: Cherry Limeade (Sonic)

Stores: Target, Amazon

Places to Eat: Torchy's Tacos, Flower Child

Favorite treats: Rice Crispy Treats, Junior Mint, anything with caramel

Favorite snacks: Cheddar Sun Chips, Pirates Booty

School supply items: Flair Pens, Colorful sticky notes