KHMS News
February 13

KHMS News February 13

02/13/25

KHMS Spirit Week - Feb 19-21
Wednesday: Teacher/Student Swap Day (Teachers dress like students, students like teachers.)
Thursday: Adam Sandler Day (shorts, comfy oversized clothes, flip flops etc)
Friday: Black & Gold Forever (Show your Knight pride)

School Store
KHMS School store is officially open during select lunch periods. The school store will be open on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays during A Lunch. On Tuesdays the store is open during B and C lunch. Please come see us for school supplies, gum, and snacks!

Community Blood Drive - March 4-5
Hosted by KHHS at Walker Ice & Fitness on March 4-5. Participants must by at least 17 years old or 16 with parent consent. Appointments are preferred but walk-ins are also welcome. Call 866-MI-BLOOD or go online to Versiti.org to sign up. Plus, donate blood for a free pint from Culvers and a chance to win a trip to Hawaii!

Paint Kenowa Green
Get ready to make a statement and support an incredible cause! The Kenowa Hills Middle School Mental Health Club is thrilled to announce our exclusive t-shirt for Paint Kenowa Green, our annual mental health awareness and education initiative! Imagine wearing a unique word cloud design that captures what mental health truly means to our middle schoolers. Each shirt tells a story of resilience, growth, and the journey to "glow up and show up". These aren't just ordinary tees - they're a powerful expression of our students' voices.

By purchasing this awesome shirt, you're not just adding a cool piece to your wardrobe.

You're:

• Amplifying student voices
• Supporting the Paint Kenowa Green initiative at our school
• Helping create a more supportive and understanding community

Throughout February, our school will be transformed into a sea of green, hosting a variety of educational and uplifting activities to promote mental health awareness and positivity. Your t-shirt purchase directly contributes to making this initiative even more impactful!

Don't miss this chance to make a difference. Order your t-shirt now! 

Washington DC Trip: Current 5th and 6th Grade Students
Join us for an informational parent meeting if your child is interested in registering for our November 2026 trip to Washington DC. Meeting will be held on February 26 at 6:30 pm in the KHMS LGI Room. 

KHMS Dance - March 14 from 2:45 - 4:30 pm
Dance qualifications include passing 5 out of 6 classes with a 60% or better. No suspensions and may not get sent to behavior intervention or the office during a class by your teacher from Feb. 1-March 14.
 

Student Council

• On March 14, the student council will be holding an after-school dance from 3-4:30 pm. More details coming soon!

In-School Dentist at KHMS - It's not too late! Dentist visit has been rescheduled!
The in-school dentist will be here on March 3. Please make sure you sign up if you would like your child to participate. Sign up at MySchoolDentist.com.

Are you a 7th or 8th grader interested in CLUB VOLLEYBALL?
231 Slide Club Volleyball might be for you! Clink the LINK to find out more information.

Baton Twirling Classes
Join the fun and learn how to twirl a baton! Every Tuesday beginning on February 4th and ending May 27th. Ages 8-18, from 7:00 pm-7:45 pm. Register on February 7th at the first class session. Held at Coit Creative Arts Gymnasium, 617 Coit Ave. NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503. Cost is $9 per week to be paid at each class plus a $10 registration fee paid at the first class. Batons will be available for purchase at class for $35 each (payment plans available). Questions: call (616) 460-1747 or email athleticsens@aol.com or visit our website at www.athleticsensations.com.

KHPS Girls Spring Soccer
Learn to play or improve your skills! Sign up sheet is in the office. Tryouts are March 10-12 from 4 pm - 6 pm on the soccer field. Winter drop-ins every Wednesday from 8 pm - 9 pm at Zinser Elementary. Contact jsuggitt@khps.org or dbaird@khps.org for more info.

WE ARE HIRING!
Interested in working at Kenowa Hills? There are many positions available. From Food Service, Custodial or Paraprofessional and many more! You can view them here https://www.khps.org/job-opportunities.

Are you looking for a rewarding volunteer opportunity? The high school is in need of helpers for the concession stands during the winter sports season. Your support would make a big difference!

FACEBOOK
Did you know…. KHMS has a Facebook page! Like and follow us for things happening at the Middle School!

MS Athletic Update
FinalForms: A current sports physical, dated after April 15, 2024, must be loaded on the FinalForms site to be cleared to participate by the first day of tryouts/practices. Participation fees of $70.00 can be paid online with FinalForms, eFunds, cash or check sent to the athletic offices before the start of each sports season. If you have not done so previously, please register at FinalForms and follow the prompts to create your account, create your students, and sign all your forms before the start of the participating sport. Get Started with the Parent Playbook.

OLDER NEWS

Attendance
At KHMS if a student arrives to class within the first 10 minutes they will be marked TU (tardy unexcused). If they arrive after 10 minutes they will be marked unexcused for that hour. Please call the absence line 616-785-3225 or email, msattendance@khps.org for any attendance updates. Please call ahead if your student/s needs to leave early. We need to limit interruptions in the classroom. Please call in the morning and leave a message if needed, so a pass can be written. Students may not leave class without permission from the office.