KCD escapes major storm damage

It was certainly a strange start to the week! Just minutes after the tornado sirens sounded on Tuesday, students were entering designated shelter areas. Thanks to regular drills and an established communication plan, the process went quickly and very smoothly. Teachers, students, and a group of parent volunteers spent about 45 minutes in shelter areas before the National Weather Service gave the all clear. During that time, division directors developed a plan to get students to lunch and afternoon classes with a minimum of disruption.

We were very fortunate that school buildings did not sustain any major damage, although bleachers and other athletic equipment was tossed around by the 100 mph winds. The most serious damage occurred on the southern edge of campus, where dozens of mature trees were snapped or uprooted. Unfortunately, the Gallopalooza horse created by KCD students in 2009 was also toppled and damaged in the storm.

All in all, our teachers and students worked together admirably to make sure that everyone was safe. Thank you for coming through in a difficult situation!