Attention KMS 8th Graders!

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Volleyball is open to 7/8th grade girls.

Cross Country Skiing and Wrestling are open to 6,7,8 boys and girls.

Mark you calendar for our next Early Release on Oct. 18th.

School will dismiss at 12:57pm. Please plan accordingly.

There will be no school for students on October 11th.

This is an In-service workday for staff.

Location Change for Boroughs

Permission slips will be available in the office on/after October 7th.

Permission slips are due on October 9th.

Math Counts Club is starting! It is Wednesdays, after school from 2:30-4:30pm!

There are no practices on Early Release Days!

Cross country running and soccer start with a meeting after school tomorrow (Friday, 8/23)! 

Cross country running and soccer are open to all grades.  You must have a sports packet on file to participate.  Practices start Monday (8/26), from 2:30-4:00pm. 

Be sure to come to the meeting Friday, for more information. 

Soccer will meet in the commons and cross country run will meet in the library.

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If your student is in Mr. Felchles Hunters Ed Course. They will have their range day on May 4th from 9am- 1pm. Please ask your student for more information.

To 7th and 8th grade choir students, parents, and guardians,

The 4th quarter concert on Thursday, May 2nd has been moved to Tuesday, May 7th at 6:00 PM. This will be a combined concert with the KMS and KCHS bands. The concert will be outside the front auditorium doors and the audience will be in the parking lot.  Food will be available to purchase.

Students will walk over to the auditorium to rehearse Tuesday morning.  Students need to be at KCHS by 5:30pm on the 7th to get their concert t-shirts and warm up. Students must wear black pants, black shoes, and black socks.

The last choral performance will be the 8the Grade Farewell on the morning of May 13th.  Students will be wearing choir robes. 7th graders will need to wear black pants, shoes and socks.  7th grade can bring clothes to change into after their performances. 8th grade will wear robes over their dress clothes.  Band students will take their robes off after the choir sings and put the robe over the back of their band chair.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Thank you!

Ms. Vollom

IMPORTANT SWAG UPDATE!

We apologize for the inconvenience with our Swag delay. Unfortunately, due to a major shipping delay, we will not be able to build the Swags today (Monday, November 27th). We are crossing our fingers that the boughs get delivered in the next couple of days. When they arrive we will begin building the swags right away in order to get them to you as soon as possible. We will update you again when we receive the boughs and have concrete pick up dates. Please contact the family, friends and neighbors who purchased swags from your 6th grader to let them know we are delayed once again and offer our sincerest apologies.
For those of you who made plans to volunteer in making the swags, Please reach out to your child’s teacher for more information. For the KMS families who supported this fundraiser by purchasing a swag from a 6th grade student, thank you so much for your support. We sincerely hope to have a beautiful swag in your hands soon.
To all of you, Thank you so much for your patience, understanding and support of Kenai Middle School. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to call the office at 907-283-1700.

September has two early release days, 9/8 and 9/29. School will be dismissed at 12:57.

There is no school on Monday, 9/4.

See you Tuesday!

Parents and Guardians,

In past years, KMS has tried not to make cuts to student athletes in our soccer program.  Due to the large number of students, we adopted a new plan for placing students on teams.  KPSAA (the governing body for sports/activities within the district) policy states that 7^th and 8^th graders will have priority in making teams and 6^th graders will fill teams as needed.  According to the policy if any cuts are made, they would have to come from 6^th grade participants. 

To avoid having to cut athletes, we have a new system in place.  The teams are structured as follows:

Starting Monday, all 6^th graders will begin an intramural soccer program.  It will run Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday until 4:00pm.  Coaches will evaluate athletic performance and determine which 6^th graders will complete the 2 KMS Co-ed B Teams.  Any 6^th grader who does not make a B Team will remain in the intramural program for the remainder of the soccer season.  The intramural program fee is $25. 

KMS Boys A and KMS Girls A Teams were posted Friday Morning 8/25 and consist of 7^th & 8^th Graders.  All other 7^th & 8^th graders will continue to practice daily and will be split evenly in to two KMS co-ed B Teams.  Practice for A and B Teams will be every day from 2:30-4:00pm and the fee is $60.

– Practice for 6^th grade intramurals is Monday-Wednesday from 2:30-4:00pm.

– The 6^th grade intramural fee is $25.

– Practice for A and B teams is Monday-Friday from 2:30-4:00pm.

– A and B Team fees are $60.

We are proud of our student athlete level of participation, and we will strive to continue to provide opportunities for our students!

Thank you for your patience and understanding,

KMS Soccer Coaches

The soccer meeting will be in commons today after school, from 2:30-3:30pm.

Practices will start Friday after school.

XC Running meeting will be in the library today after school, from 2:30-3:30pm.

Practices will start Monday after school.

Both soccer and running are open to all students.

You must turn in a sports packet to participate.

School Starts Tuesday, August 15th @ 7:50 am.

Welcome Back Staff and Students!!  It is great to be back and we are excited for the school year!

7^th & 8^th Graders: if you would like to change your schedule make sure to submit a schedule change request form to the office.

Students, Please hold off on paying class and sports fees.  We would like to wait until classes are set and teams are made.  Do not pay class and sports fees at this time.

However, you may purchase your PE uniform.

8^th graders: If you and a buddy would like to read the announcements, be sure to stop by the office and sign up!

Sports:  The soccer meeting will be in commons after school Thursday, 8/17. Practices will start Friday after school.

The cross country running meeting will be in the library after school Thursday, 8/17. Practices will start Monday after school.

Both soccer and running are open to all students.

If your student is new to the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, we will have a new student registration on Friday, August 4th from 10:00am-4:00pm. Come meet our KMS office staff, admin and get your new to district students registered for school!

Questions? Call 907-283-1700

Hello KMS Parents/Guardians!

We hope you have a fun and relaxing summer! As we look forward to the 2023/2024 School Year, here are a few dates to mark on your calendars!

New to district student registration is Friday, August 4^th from 10:00am – 4:00pm.  If you know a family that is new to KPBSD, please let them know! This is also for students that were not aware they were attending KMS at the end of last school year. If you are unsure if your student is registered for Kenai Middle, do not hesitate to call the office.

Both returning and new to KMS students will get their schedules on Friday, August 11th.  Our school counselor, Ms. Johnson, has been working hard to make sure all students schedules will be released on that day! 

If you have a new to KMS student, we invite them to our Welcoming All Kids event!  It is from 9:00 am-11:30am on Friday, August 11th.  Students will meet our 8th grade leadership students, practice their lockers, have a tour of the school, and enjoy a pizza lunch!

If you have a returning KMS student, stop by KMS Friday, August 11th any time between 12:00pm-3:00pm to grab your schedule and locker assignment!  If you are a 7th or 8th grader and you would like to change your schedule, we will have schedule change forms available at the office at that time. 

The first day of school is on Tuesday, August 15th.  School starts at 7:50am and is dismissed at 2:27pm.   

If your student is riding a bus, please call our front office at 283-1700 the week before school starts to create a bus pass for the year!

We will see you soon!!

The first day of school is Tuesday, August 15th!

Stay tuned for more information!

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Please send a text message to 67587 with either the words “opt in” or “subscribe”

67587 is known a “Short Code” and is used in place of a phone number to opt in to KMS and KPBSD text communications!

KMS CHOIR: KMS will hold a Spring Pops Concert tomorrow, May 2nd at 7pm at the KCHS! See you there!

Friday, May 5^th is our Sources of Strength “Be the light” Rave dance!!

5$ admission will get you into the dance and a glow stick. Wear all things neon and white and glow in our black lights. For additional purchases there will be the snack shack, hair tinsel station, extra glow sticks, face paint and tattoos.

We have a live DJ and door prizes! Must be a current KMS Student (6th, 7th and 8th grade) to attend!

Track athletes, parents and guardians,

Thank you for your patience with ironing out a track schedule this season.  Unfortunately, present conditions make our season difficult to anticipate. 

Our first track meet of the season is a dual with Skyview on Monday, 4/24 @ SoHi 3pm.

Next, we will host our Kenai Invitational Track meet on Wednesday, 4/26 @ KCHS 3pm.

Please let us know if you are able to help us host our home track meet!

We plan on carrying out the rest of the season as scheduled and will let you know if there are further adjustments.

Thank you for your time,

KMS Track Coaches

Minicourse descriptions are posted around the school and they were sent to student emails. They will be held on May 16th and 17th.

There are 1 day and 2 day minicourse choices.  If you have questions, please talk to your advisory teacher. 

Remember all fees need to be paid before attending minicourses. 

Check powerschool to see if you owe fees.

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*minicourses subject to change with out notice

Remember, students that turn in a large bag of crushed aluminum cans next week 4/24-4/27, will be allowed to sign up before those that do not.

Keep collecting crushed aluminum cans!  We will collect them next week 4/24 – 4/27. 

Students that bring cans will be able to sign up for mini courses before those that do not.

Track athletes, parents and guardians,

Thank you for your patience with ironing out a track schedule this season.  Unfortunately, present conditions make our season difficult to anticipate. 

Our meet at Homer this week is cancelled.

Our first track meet of the season is a dual with Skyview on Monday, 4/24 @ SoHi 3pm.

Next, we will host our Kenai Invitational Track meet on Wednesday, 4/26 @ KCHS 3pm.

Please let us know if you are able to help us host our home track meet!

We plan on carrying out the rest of the season as scheduled and will let you know if there are further adjustments.

Thank you for your time,

KMS Track Coaches

New to KMS Parent Orientation and Open House

5:30pm-6:00pm BBQ

6:00pm-7:00pm: Parent & Student  Orientation

Parents, bring your child to  enjoy  activities while you learn more about KMS!

Activities Include: Dodge Ball, Climbing Wall, Cake Walk, Jousting,  and more!

Incoming 6th Grade Orientation

6:00-6:30 Parent Orientation in the Library

6:30-7:00 Classroom Visitation

Incoming 7th & 8th Grade Orientation

6:00-6:30 Classroom Visitation

6:30-7:00 Parent Orientation in the Library

Come Join the Fun!!

Spring Picture day is Wednesday, March 22 and 8:00am in the library! Stop by the office and grab a picture packet, or use the code below to order on-line!
School Name: Kenai Middle School
Picture Day Date: Wednesday, March 22
Picture Day ID: EVTDGR3QM

Save the date! The KMS 3^rd quarter choir concert will take place on Tuesday, March 7, at 6:00 PM at the KCHS auditorium.  The concert will feature the 7^th and 8^th grade combined choir and the 3^rd quarter 6^th grade music class.  Attendance is required.  Concert dress for 7^th and 8^th grades choir is black pants, black socks, black shoes and a cool top.  Dress for 6^th grade is dress up.

7^th and 8^th grade choir needs to be at KCHS by 5:20.  6^th grade is to report to KCHS by 5:30.

KMS and KCHS bands present EXPLORE, a Kenai bands concert.

The concert will be held on Thursday, March 3rd.

The show starts at 6:00pm in the Renee C. Henderson Auditorium.

See you there!

Intramural basketball starts today, February 27th and runs through Tuesday, March 8th! Basketball intramurals is open to 6th grade boys and girls. Practice is after school, in the gym from 2:30-4:00pm. You must have a sports packet on file in the office to participate!

Intramural volleyball starts Monday, March 20th and runs through Friday, March 31st. You must have a sports packet on file in the office to participate! Intramurals is open to 6th grade boys and girls. Practice is after school, in the gym from 2:30-4:00pm.

Questions? Call the office 907-283-1700

3rd Quarter Conferences are next week!  There will be no school for students on Thursday and Friday, February 16th & 17th. 

Arena style conferences will be held Thursday, February 16^th from noon to 4:00pm and 5:00pm – 7:00pm.  All conferences on Friday, February 17^th are by appointment only.

If you are unable to attend conferences, please contact the school to schedule a meeting with your student’s teacher.

We look forward to seeing you.

Winter Sports and Semester Two Class Fees are due.

If you are unsure if your student owes fees, please check PowerSchool.

• Subject to change without notice

• Subject to change without notice

• Subject to change without notice

If your student is interested in joining the wrestling team, practice starts this week. Wrestling is available to all students. Students will need a current sports packet turned into the office. If your student has already participated in a sport this school year, please let the office know to switch their packet to wrestling. Practice will be afterschool until 4:15 pm each day. Please plan to pick up your student at this time.

If your student is interested in being a part of ski team, practice starts up January 5th. Cross Country Ski team is available to all students. Students will need a current sports packet turned into the office. If your student has already participated in a sport this school year, please let the office know to switch their packet to Ski Team. Students will need appropriate ski clothes and skis for practice. Practice will be afterschool until 4:15 pm each day. Please plan to pick up your student at this time.

If your student is interested in Volleyball, practice starts this week. Volleyball is available for 7th & 8th grade girl and all students will need a current sports packet turned into the office. If your student has already participated in a sport this school year, please let the office know to switch their packet to Volleyball. Practice will be afterschool until 4:15 pm each day. Please plan to pick up your student at this time.

December 12th—Friday December 16th

Merry Morning Monday

Just wake up and come to school in your pajamas!

Santa’s Workshop Tuesday

Be a part of Santa’s workshop by dressing like Santa himself, elves, trees, and even reindeer!

Winter Wonderland Wednesday

It’s a winter whiteout! Dress in all white.

Color Block Thursday

Wear your favorite holiday colors!

Festive Friday

Get decked out in your festive holiday sweaters!

*Don’t forget about the Activity Night and Dance 6-8pm!

$3 or 3 canned foods to get in!

Our KMS drama class will present Christmas Shorts in video format!!

Stay tuned for a link to the performance!

Canned Food Drive: December 9 (Activity Night) – 16th

Canned Food Drive Kick-off is Activity Night: FREE admission with three cans!

Let’s make sure no family goes hungry for the holidays! 

 Bring cans of food to the Canned Food Drive Committee in the commons when you arrive in the morning. We will convert your cans to FABULOUS PRIZES.

Prizes will be awarded as follows:

3 Cans = a Candy Cane and you may wear a Hat!

6 Cans =  Coupon (McDonalds)

20 Cans = One Get-Outta-Math-Homework Pass 

30 Cans = Priority Lunch Pass (You may cut the lunch line for the rest of the drive)

50 Cans = Golden Advisory Ticket (After checking in with your advisor for attendance, you may work in a different advisory for the rest of the drive)

200 Cans = End-of-Year Dunk Tank (You may choose yourself or any teacher to sit in the dunk tank at the end of school year celebration)

• In addition the boy and girl who have brought in the most cans during the drive will get to RIDE A FIRE TRUCK TO EAT LUNCH AT Arbys after Christmas Break.
• The grade level that brings in the most cans as of Thursday, December 15 will be allowed to use electronics/smartphones during lunch on the 16th.
• Each student who brings in a can will be entered to win cool prizes at our December 16 celebration, including: (Pizza, Brown Bear tickets, Jersey subs, Orca movie ticket, Walmart gift certificate.)

Together we CAN make a difference!

Good afternoon students, parents, and guardians,

The KMS winter concert will take place Thursday, December 8, at 6:00 PM at the KCHS auditorium.  Please note the concert time, which is different that the fall concert.

The concert will feature the 6^th grade second quarter music students, KMS 7^th and 8^th grade choir, KMS beginning band, KMS concert band, and the KCHS band.

Concert order is:

6^th grade music

7^th and 8^th grade choir

Intermission

Beginning band

Concert band

KCHS band

Concert attendance is required.  Choir students need to be at KCHS no later than 5:20 pm to get their choir robes.  **Band students:  your call time might be different for band.  Please get your robe as soon as you can.

Concert dress is black pants, black socks, and black shoes. Please wear a lightweight top. 

After the choir performs, band students will turn in their robes and get their instruments.  The rest of the KMS choirs will return to their seats for the remainder of the concert.

Students are highly encouraged to stay to support the bands.  If there is a reason a choir student needs to leave during intermission, I will require a written note or email from a parent or guardian.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

I look forward to seeing you at the concert!

Ms. Vollom

Kenai Middle School Choir Director

283-1735

KMS will host clubs when we return from Winter Break. Clubs are a fun way to chase away the winter blues. Once a week for 5 weeks, during the last hour of the day, staff will share some skills and hobbies with students. 

Students, please discuss this list of opportunities with your advisory teachers and make sure to have a 1st, 2nd, and 3rd choice as on selection day (some clubs fill up quickly).

We will choose Clubs on the last day of school before winter break.  Students who are not in school that day will choose Clubs when they return!

Club choices are posted around the school, in your student emails and on our KMS Facebook Page.