KHMS News
March 13

KHMS News March 13

03/12/26

Carnival Craze
Friday, March 27 from 2:45 pm-4:30 pm - $5 per ticket - tickets will be sold at all lunches March 24-26. Activities include: dance, silent disco, ring toss, duck pond, bucket bonanza, Plinko, bingo, board games, limbo, face painting, didgeball, temporary tattoos, candy walk, lollipop pull, and more! Come one, come all!

We are looking for volunteers for our upcoming Carnival Craze after school event on Friday, March 27th from 2:45 - 4:30. Volunteers must have a current background check on file for this school year. Thank you for your consideration! Click this link to sign up!

School Improvement Survey
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.

Softball Open Gym
Softball Open Gym and Try Outs are going to be the week of March 16th-20th. 
Monday March 16th: Open Gym 3-4 pm
Tuesday March 17th: Open Gym 3-4 pm
Wednesday March 18th: Tryouts 3-4:30 pm
Thursday March 19th: Tryouts 3-4:30 pm
Friday March 20th: Tryouts 3-4:00 pm (Final Team decided)
If you have any questions, please contact Taylor Baird, tbaird1@khps.org

Tennis
There will be a Tennis meeting on Monday, March 16 during Connect. The first practice will be held on March 23 from 3:15-4:30 pm. Please make sure you have a current physical on file and uploaded to Final Forms before the first practice.

Hadestown - Teen Edition Musical
March 26–28, 2026 | 7:00 PM Tickets are $12.00 and may be purchased online at: www.khps.org/musical
KHHS students may purchase one discounted ticket for $5.00 (cash only) at the door with a valid KHHS Student ID. Students must be present at the time of purchase and show their current student ID. Limit one discounted ticket per student. Cash is required unless purchasing additional full-price tickets.
About Hadestown 
This intriguing and beautiful folk musical delivers a deeply resonant message about the importance of hope and faith in one another. Following two intertwining love stories—that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of King Hades and Lady Persephone—Hadestown: Teen Edition invites audiences on a journey to the underworld and back. Inspired by traditions of classic American folk music and vintage New Orleans jazz, Anaïs Mitchell’s beguiling musical pits doubt against faith and fear against love. Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, storytelling, and student talent!

KHHS Blood Drive - March 16 & 17
LOCATION Walker Ice & Fitness - Meeting Rooms 4151 Remembrance Grand Rapids, MI 49534 APPOINTMENTS PREFERRED Call 866-642-5663, visit versiti.org/mi. *Walk-ins welcome as schedule allows! Give a Pint, Get a Pint!! Receive a coupon for a FREE pint from Culvers -and- Donate and receive cozy flannel pants, while supplies last.

6th Grade Field Trip
6th Grade Field Trip Chaperones Needed! If you are interested in chaperoning our upcoming field trip on April 28th, please return the chaperone form your student was given by Monday, March 16, or email one of the teachers below. Spots are first come, first served. All chaperones must have or get a current background check on file (photo ID required). Chaperones will need to provide their own transportation and arrive at the museum by 9:30 AM, and should bring a lunch or money for the café. Thank you for your support! 
The 6th Grade Team:
Gretchen Rosendall grosendall@khps.org
Wendy Gravelyn wgravelyn@khps.org

MSPG Updates
Save the date for our upcoming MSPG meetings! Join us to connect, share updates, and collaborate on current initiatives. We look forward to seeing you there.

Upcoming MSPG Meetings:
March 18 @ 5:30 - 6:30 PM
April13 @ 5:30 - 6:30 PM

KHMS Clubs

• Board Game Club: Thursdays from 2:45-4 pm. Questions? Contact Mrs. Weeks
• Trading Card Club: Tuesdays from 2:45-4 pm. Questions? Contact Mr. Chiles

3rd-12th Grade Wiffle Ball Tournament
Get ready to have some fun! Join us for a coed competition with teams fo 6 players each. The entry fee is just $150 per team, only $25 per player. Best of all every dollar raised will directly benefit the KH Softball program! Don't miss out to have fun and support a great cause! Learn more or sign up here.

Enrollment 2026-2027
The Pre-Enrollment Interest Google Form is available on our website. We encourage anyone who is interested in receiving updates for the 2026–2027 school year to complete this form.

Parents who complete the form will receive information about new student registration, Schools of Choice, and 105c dates as they become available. We sim to respond to parents by the end of each week. They will first receive an initial email from me, followed by additional emails when it is time to complete Schools of Choice/105c, returning student registration, or new student registration.

The Pre-Enrollment Interest Form can be found by navigating to: KHPS.org → Registration → Enrollment → scroll toward the bottom of the page Look for “Become A Knight: New Student Enrollment for Resident Students” and the link titled: “Interested in Enrollment for 2026–2027? Next Year 2026–2027 Pre-Enrollment Interest”

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!

Academy of Dance Arts - Learn more and Register

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.

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

Knight Wrestling Club Night at the Griffins
The Griffins invite all Knights Wrestling Club family and friends to join them at the VanAndel for a Griffins Game on Saturday, February 28th at 7:00 pm. Portion of the tickets sales benefit the Knight's Wrestling Club. Follow this LINK for discounted tickets!

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.

Neuro Science Fair - March 28 from 10:00 am-2:00 pm
Held at the Grand Rapids Public Museum. Meet scientists and learn about the marvels of the brain, from how it looks, feels, and works to how to keep it healthy for the whole family. This interactive exhibit is part of Brain Awareness Week and is free with paid admission to the Public Museum.

Career Exploration Tour - Wednesday, March 25 - two sessions at 5:00 pm & 6:00 pm
Explore in-demand career trainign available now and after high school. Learn more and register at grcc.edu/WorkForceTour

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