KHMS News
October 31

KHMS News October 31

10/31/25

School Store
The School Store is Open! Stop by during select lunch periods to grab school supplies, gum, and a variety of snacks. Come check it out — we’d love to see you!

Chromebooks & Emails
Please make sure your students charge their Chromebook every night and bring it with them every day. We are having too many loaners going out on a daily basis. We encourage students to check emails throughout the day. There are many announcements being sent from teachers and student services, your support with these items is much appreciated.

Veterans Day Field of Flags
Our school is proud to support the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Field of Flags Fundraiser, honoring the brave men and women who have served our country. Each flag displayed represents a heartfelt tribute to a veteran or active service member and helps provide essential resources and support to those who have sacrificed for our freedom.
You can take part by sponsoring a flag in honor or memory of a loved one who served. All proceeds go directly to the DAV to assist veterans in need within our community. Let’s come together to show our gratitude and support for those who have given so much. ❤️🤍💙 For more information visit this link.

Student Council
A huge THANK YOU to our amazing Student Council for all your help during conferences! Your hard work, positive energy, and willingness to lend a hand make such a difference. We truly appreciate everything you do to support our students, staff, and school community! Up next...Toys for Tots toy drive - stay tuned!

KHMS Clubs are Back!

  • Mental Health Club: Take a midweek break and connect! We meet Wednesdays during lunch —everyone’s welcome. Got questions? Reach out to Mr. Mikelsons.
  • MathCounts Club: Love puzzles, challenges, and friendly competition? Join us starting Tuesday, November 11, from 2:45–3:45 PM. We’ll meet every Tuesday! Questions? Ask Ms. Baird or Mrs. Rosendall.
  • Culture Through Snacks Club: Travel the world — one snack at a time! We start Wednesday, November 12, from 2:45–3:45 PM, and meet every Wednesday. Questions? Contact Ms. Baird.
  • Board Game Club: Tuesdays and Thursdays during lunch — come play, compete, and have fun (as long as we have a volunteer to supervise). Questions? Ask Jen Breen Want to help supervise? Click the link below!
    Board Game Club - Volunteer Sign-Up

Paper Gator Recycling
By recycling your paper, you help us earn funds that support student and staff activities! You can find the Paper Gator conveniently located at the rear of the building. Thank you for your support!

MSPG - Save the Dates!
Join us for the Griffins game on Friday, November 14, at 7:00 p.m. More details will be coming soon! This event is a fundraiser for the MSPG, and it’s a great way to show our support for this wonderful parent group that does so much for our school community. 

  • Culver's (Comstock Park) Fundraiser - Nov. 11th from 5-8 pm (Dine-in, Drive-thru, or Curbside.)

Academy of Dance Arts - Learn more and Register

Middle School Lifting
Middle School lifting will be every Tuesday and Friday mornings from 6:45am - 7:30am if you have questions please reach out to Jordyn at jboitos@khps.org.

The Knights' Table is SET! 
Middle & High School students eat FREE meals M-TH after school in the KHMS & KHHS cafeterias, before your busy evening activities! Open to all enrolled secondary students, starts 9/8.

Santa Claus Girls
For more than 116 years, Santa Claus Girls have worked to make sure that no child age 12 years or under in Kent County goes without a gift at Christmas. If your family is in need of help to provide for your children this Christmas, consider registering at santaclausgirls.org. Registration for the 2025 season begins September 1, 2025. santaclausgirls.org

OLDER INFORMATION

Parent Drop-off & Parking Procedure
Do not park in the center of the lot, as students are crossing in front of traffic, creating an unsafe situation. Thank you for helping keep our students safe! Please follow the flow of traffic by filling in the two lines around the loop marked by the purple line in the picture, merging into a single line at the end to exit the loop. If you are a "drop and go," please use the inside lane. If you are waiting for the doors to open (at 7:20), please use the outside lane. Students will be entering the building through Door #28, which is also marked in purple.

Please do not use the front lot by the main office for student drop-off or pick-up at the beginning or end of the school day. This lot is reserved for families who need to come into the office. Thank you for helping us keep traffic flowing safely and smoothly for everyone!

Reporting Absences, Late Arrivals, and Early Dismissals
If your student will be late or absent, please notify the school as soon as possible. You can call the main office at 616-785-3225 and press option [insert number], or email us at attendance@khps.org. If your student needs to leave early for an appointment, please contact the office by phone or email in advance. To minimize disruptions to classroom instruction, we will call students down during passing time whenever possible. Thank you for helping us keep the school day running smoothly!

School Safety Update
As part of our ongoing commitment to creating safe learning environments, we will be implementing the Raptor Visitor Management System beginning this school year. This system replaces our paper sign-in process and will allow us to more effectively track visitors, volunteers, and other guests on campus. The check-in process involves scanning a government-issued ID, which provides real-time screening against public sex offender databases and ensures accurate visitor records. Approved visitors will receive a printed sticker with their photo, name, and date. Please note that all volunteers will also need to have a background check completed by the district. Please visit the front office with your photo ID to begin this annual process.

2025-2026 Cell Phone Update
At Kenowa Hills Middle School, students are expected to keep their cell phones in their lockers all day every day from (7:40am - 2:37pm) -no exceptions. This policy isn’t just a rule; it’s based on research, shared values, and our commitment to helping students stay focused and succeed. When schools and families work together, great things happen for kids! We encourage you to talk with your child at home about the why behind this policy. It’s not about punishment—it’s about protecting their time, attention, and potential. Thanks so much for your continued support as we work to create a safe, focused, and empowering environment for all our students!

Athletics
To be cleared for tryouts or practice on the first day, all athletes must have a current sports physical dated after April 15, 2025 uploaded to FinalForms. Participation fees can also be paid online through FinalForms prior to the start of each sports season. If you haven’t registered yet, please visit FinalForms to create your account, add your student(s), and complete all required forms. This must be done before the start of your student’s sport season to ensure they’re eligible to participate. Thank you for helping us keep things running smoothly—we’re looking forward to a great season!

Kenowa Hills Middle School Sports by Season
🍂 Fall Sports
Co-Ed Cross Country – Grades 6, 7 & 8
Girls Volleyball – Grades 7 & 8
❄️ Winter Sports
Boys Basketball – Grades 7 & 8
Co-Ed Swim & Dive – Grades 6, 7 & 8
Co-Ed Wrestling – Grades 6, 7 & 8
Girls Basketball – Grades 7 & 8
Competitive Cheer – Grades 7 & 8
Dance – Grades 6, 7 & 8
🌸 Spring Sports
Boys Lacrosse – Grades 7 & 8
Co-Ed Track & Field – Grades 6, 7 & 8
Co-Ed Tennis – Grades 6, 7 & 8

VALUE. SUPPORT. EMPOWER. | EVERY STUDENT, EVERY DAY.
KEEPING
STUDENTS SAFE

Nothing is more precious than your children. Find out how we work to ensure students feel safe, valued, and that they belong.

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FOR YOUR
CONVENIENCE

Life is busy. At Kenowa Hills, we partner with families to make life easier.

TRANSPORTATION BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE
PERSONALIZED
LEARNING

Our 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.

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KNIGHT PRIDE
ATHLETICS

At 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 Boosters
IT'S A WORK
OF ART

The 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.

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