Middle School Exploration
April 17, 4-5:30 pm - Ready, Set, 6th! Come hang out with your friends and meet some new friends from other elementary buildings. Join us for games, silent disco, and concessions.
May 19 & 20 During School - 5th Grade Official Visit to the Middle School - 5th Graders will visit the Middle School with their class to tour the building and get a sneak peak of what lies ahead!
Holocaust Survivor Irene Miller - A KHPS Free Community Event!
Hear a story of survival - Join us in welcoming Holocaust survivor, author, and speaker Irene Miller, as she shares her powerful story of survival during the Holocaust.
Monday, April 27, 2026, at 7:00 pm in the KHHS PAC
*Please bring a non-perishable food item to support local families.
Academy of Dance Arts - Learn more and Register
Berlin Fair Kids Day - Wednesday July 8
Come enjoy a market run by kids ages 5-17! From 1 pm-5 pm on July 8 at the Berlin Fairgrounds in Marne. Learn more at KidsMarkets.com
2025 Marne Junior Baseball Spring Sign-ups
Boys and girls ages 4-12 - T-ball, Coach Pitch, Minor League, and Major League. Sign up and pay available online @ www.marnejuniorbaseball.org or mail sign up sheet w/payment to: Marne Jr. Baseball, PO BOX 311, Marne, MI 49435. For more information call Red at 616-677-1260 or email mjbaseball@att.net.
Western Little League 2026 Registration
TeeBall through Juniors. Registration opens on 1/18 and will remain open until 2/15 at www.grwesternll.com. Late Registration begins 2/16 and a $25 late fee will be applied per player. Contact Sarah Breed Jones at skbreed329@gmail.com for Sponsorship information or westernlittleleaguebaseball@gmail.com for questions.
First Tee West Michigan - Golf this Spring & Summer for FREE!
First Tee's life-skills education program is designed for new and beginning golfers of all ages and skill levels, with classes meeting six times for 90 minutes each class. Our trained coaches empower and inspire kids and teens through golf while also sharing how to manage emotions, set goals, and resolve conflicts. Visit firstteewestmichigan.org/grandrapids for more information and to register.
Additional Flyers/Events:
April Menu - Breakfast & LunchSUNS apparel sale! - link closes April 17(Scroll to the bottom of the sale for the SUNS items)Spring Event Glow Dance - Save the Date!Special Someone's Dance - FlyerReady.Set.6th Grade! Student Social - April 17th
Medication Form
ALL students must have this form completed by a doctor and guardian if they are taking medication at school.
Central Nurse
Michelle Sikkema, BSN, RN
Central Elementary - Kenowa Hills Public Schools
616.453.6351 ext. 6342
msikkema@khps.org
Volunteers
If you would like to volunteer or visit the school during school hours (this includes reading with students, helping teachers, attending a classroom party, watching a class play production and so forth), you must complete a background check for the new school year.
Background checks must be completed in person at any KH front office. Please bring a state-issued photo ID.
Drop-off & Pick-up Reminders
We show Respect, We all stay Safe, Central SHINES! Earliest drop-off time is 8:30 am and school begins at 8:35 am. School ends at 3:37 pm. Please see the attached flyer for our Procedures Map and more information.
Nothing is more precious than your children. Find out how we work to ensure students feel safe, valued, and that they belong.
Safety and Security Commitment to Anti-Bullying Creating Inclusive Environments Safety DrillsLife is busy. At Kenowa Hills, we partner with families to make life easier.
TRANSPORTATION BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CAREOur Personal Mastery educational experience has redefined education and has gained attention around the state and nation. Personal Mastery provides your child with personalized attention from teachers. Instead of teaching to a broad group of students without an understanding of their individual strengths and weaknesses, Personal Mastery allows teachers to interact with students individually or in small groups to help them better address their weaknesses. In this way, we strive to help your child reach their full potential.
PERSONAL MASTERY SPECIAL EDUCATION ENGLISH LEARNERS TECHNOLOGY IN THE CLASSROOMAt the home of the Knights, athletic programs are a vital part of building character, drive, commitment, and teamwork for our student athletes.
UP-TO-DATE SPORTS INFO ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT YOUTH SPORTS Athletic BoostersThe arts build pride and community at Kenowa Hills. From our Marching Knights to musical performances at our Performing Arts Center, we believe the student experience really is a work of art.
FINE ART PROGRAMS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER