KMS Announcements Day 1
Monday, May 22, 2023
- We still have Yearbook on sale for $35. You can pay on line or bring money and get one in the office.
- Students — I-pad turn in will be TODAY. Make sure you have all your items and back-up complete if needed.
- All library books are due - If you still have something checked out, get it turned in at the media center
- Our May PBIS celebration will be TOMORROW at SmashPark in Pella. Students will be able to play pickle-ball, foosball, shuffleboard, darts, bags and many other games. There are also arcade games available, but they require a pass which may be purchased for $6.00. A snack bar will be available for students to purchase snacks. Nachos and Flatbread will be available for $5 each, Fries & Tots for $2.00 each. Drinks will be $2.00 and include free refills. Students will be expected to follow our middle school rules, treating the facility, the staff and each other with respect.
Summer Library Program Right Around the Corner!
We’re gearing up at the library for a great summer, which is jam-packed with programs and activities for the entire family. Our Summer Library Reading Program will run for seven fun-filled weeks. Our theme is Find Your Voice. Whether it’s through using your actual voice, your written words, your creations or your actions, we’ll help you express yourself, tell your story, and make your mark on the world!
On May 31, we’ll kick off the program with some brainy STEM-themed activities, sponsored by PBS. Throughout the month, we’ll practice using our musical voices during special story and craft days, we’ll express ourselves through the joy of movement and dance, we’ll hear from writers and poets who have told their stories with powerful words, and we’ll explore career options that will open young people’s worlds.
Librarian Connie Davids had a great time visiting with the kids at the schools recently. She distributed reading logs to the kids so they’ll be ready to hit the ground running. Don’t worry, though, if your kiddo’s log got lost in a folder–you can stop by the library to pick one up, along with a detailed calendar of events, or visit our website at www.knoxville.lib.ia.us to download them. Be sure to follow us on Facebook for reminders about upcoming events. We can’t wait to see you at the library this summer!
Athletics —
- Any 8th-11th grader interested in trying out for the 23-24 Knoxville Dance Team should e-mail coach Devin Dunkin. This does not mean you HAVE to tryout, but will make sure you receive all tryout information.
- There will be a volleyball meeting for all current 8th graders who plan to play volleyball in high school - the meeting will take place Monday during 8th grade lunch. All interested girls should get their lunch during first lunch shift and report to the gathering hub next to the Life Skills classroom. Coach Keitges will be here to meet with you.
- Here is your invitation to Kid’s Fishing Day on Saturday, June 3 at Marion County park. Flyers are available to pick up on the “Lost and Found” table if you want more details.
Birthday — Sunday — Logan Buttrey and Grace Harding Today — Triston Flesher
New Student — EaZjair Hernando on March 23. Summer June Birthday’s — Jack Lilly, Mariah Ripperger, Brad Hembrook, Tara Mastin, Lainey Lint and Addison Hake
Lunch — Popcorn chicken, mashed potatoes with gravy, corn, hot roll with butter or Cook’s Choice
District Events —
- We are hosting Postseason Boys Soccer on Monday night, May 22 at Randy Wilson Track in Knoxville! Clarke and Chariton play first at 530 PM with Knoxville and Grinnell to follow. Since this is an IHSAA-sponsored postseason event, no passes/activity tickets are allowed and tickets must be purchased online at the below address. Per IHSAA regulations, there will be no cash at the gate - online ticketing only: https://www.iahsaa.org/tickets...
- Varsity boys golf - State Meet Ames (Veenker Memorial Golf Course)