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Transparency Report
Dear KHMS Families,
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Parent-Teacher Conferences! Your partnership and commitment to your child’s education make a tremendous difference. We truly appreciate the time you took to connect with teachers and support your child’s growth. Please remember that while conferences are a dedicated time for these conversations, we always encourage families to keep the lines of communication open with teachers throughout the year.
We have also been enjoying many of our March is Reading Month activities! Students have participated in a mystery book passage competition, a mystery video reader challenge, a reading-themed escape room, book talks, and more. In addition, Student Council is running a reading competition. There is a box in the lobby where students can submit a form for each book they read during March for a chance to win one of two $25 Barnes & Noble gift cards. The competition runs through March 31.
The 2026–2027 scheduling process at the middle school has begun. Our 8th grade students met with high school counselors on March 10–11. Seventh graders will begin the scheduling process on March 16, and sixth graders will begin on March 19.
We are also looking for volunteers for our upcoming Carnival Craze after-school event on Friday, March 27, from 2:45–4:30 PM. Volunteers must have a current background check on file for this school year. Thank you for considering helping make this a great event for our students! Please click this link below to sign up.
As always—Go Knights!
Mr. Dodge
Principal, Kenowa Hills Middle School
IMPORTANT DATES
March 17: Wear Green - annual shamrock & leprechaun hunt in the school
MARCH 18: Make-up Photos
March 20: Wear a shirt with a word on it to celebrate March is Reading Month
MARCH 24-26: Tickets for Carnival Craze on sale at all lunches
MARCH 27: Carnival Craze (More below!)
APRIL 2: HALF DAY
APRIL 3 - 10: NO SCHOOL SPRING BREAK
APRIL 21: 8th grade PSAT/6th grade M-Step/7th grade Field Trip to F.M. Gardens
APRIL 27: Irene Miller, Holocaust Survivor Event (More to come!)
APRIL 28: 7th grade M-Step/8th grade M-Step/6th grade Field Trip to GR Public Museum
APRIL 29: 6th grade M-Step/7th grade M-Step/8th grade HS Visit
MAY 20: 8th grade to MI Career Quest
JUNE 1: 8th Grade Picnic & Ice Cream Social
Dear KHMS Families,
Thank you to the many parents who joined us for Spring Conferences Thursday evening. We appreciate the opportunity to partner with you in supporting your child’s success. If you were unable to attend, we still have two conference opportunities available: March 10 from 4:00–7:30 PM and March 13 from 12:30–2:30 PM. Please use the Spring Conference Sign Up if you would like to schedule a time.
Thank you as well to the 28 families who have already completed our School Improvement survey for families. Your feedback is very helpful as we continue working to improve the middle school experience. The survey deadline has been extended to Friday, March 13.
Our High School will host an 8th Grade Parent/Student Information Night this Tuesday at 7:00 PM in the High School PAC. The event will give an overview of the high school experience and help prepare students and families for the 2026–2027 scheduling process at the middle school. 8th grade students will meet with high school counselors on March 10–11, followed by 7th grade scheduling the week of March 16 and 6th grade on March 19. We hope many 8th grade families can attend while already in the building for conferences. Please see the flyer in this newsletter for more information, and watch next week’s newsletter for course selection sheets and additional details.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support of our students and staff.
As always—Go Knights!
Mr. Dodge
Principal, Kenowa Hills Middle School
IMPORTANT DATES
MARCH 10: Conferences
MARCH 13: Conferences (Half Day)
MARCH 18: Make-up Photos
MARCH 20: Carnival Craze (More to come!)
APRIL 2: HALF DAY
APRIL 3 - 10: NO SCHOOL SPRING BREAK
APRIL 21: 8th grade PSAT/6th grade M-Step/7th grade Field Trip to F.M. Gardens
APRIL 27: Irene Miller, Holocaust Survivor Event (More to come!)
APRIL 28: 7th grade M-Step/8th grade M-Step/6th grade Field Trip to GR Public Museum
APRIL 29: 6th grade M-Step/7th grade M-Step/8th grade HS Visit
MAY 20: 8th grade to MI Career Quest
JUNE 1: 8th Grade Picnic & Ice Cream Social
Dear KHMS Families,
As we wrap up February, it’s been a great week at KHMS! We ended on a high note by celebrating our Students of the Month for January, February, and March with Sandy’s Donuts and certificates. While we are proud of all of our students, these individuals consistently go above and beyond, and we’re grateful for the positive impact they have on our school community.
Spring Conferences are just around the corner! Conferences will take place on March 5 and 10 from 4:00–7:30 PM, and on March 13 from 12:30–2:30 PM. If you haven’t already signed up, please use this Spring Conference Sign Up. These meetings are a valuable opportunity for us to connect, share progress, and continue working together to support your child’s success.
We also want to highlight our Middle School Parent Group (MSPG), which was established last school year to help strengthen the connection between school and home and support our students and staff. Donations to the Parent Activities Account, support this group in supporting our school community. During conference week especially, we—along with our MSPG—work to support and take care of our staff, and we’re grateful for the partnership that makes this possible.
You should have also received an email with information about our student and parent School Improvement surveys. We would be grateful if you could take a few minutes to share your feedback using this link: School Improvement survey for families. Your input helps guide our work and ensures we are meeting the needs of our students and families.
Lastly, we will begin the scheduling process for next school year with our students in the coming month. Our 8th graders will meet with high school counselors on March 10 and 11. Scheduling for 7th graders will begin the week of March 16, followed by 6th graders starting on March 19. Please keep an eye out for selection sheets, and we will share specific deadlines in next week’s family newsletter.
Thank you for your continued partnership, support, and trust. It makes a difference each and every day.
As always—Go Knights!
Mr. Dodge
Principal, Kenowa Hills Middle School
IMPORTANT DATES
MARCH 5: Conferences
MARCH 6: Dentist Here
MARCH 10: Conferences
MARCH 13: Conferences (Half Day)
MARCH 18: Make-up Photos
MARCH 20: Carnival Craze (More to come!)
APRIL 2: HALF DAY
APRIL 3 - 10: NO SCHOOL SPRING BREAK
APRIL 27: Irene Miller, Holocaust Survivor Event (More to come!)
JUNE 1: 8th Grade Picnic & Ice Cream Social
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