KMS Friday Principal's Press
On Tuesday, January 7th, principals held grade-level advisories with all KMS students in the gymnasium to set a positive tone for 2025, motivate students to work to their potential, and reinforce academic and behavioral expectations. We encourage parents and guardians to review our presentation below. It all boils down to two simple expectations. At all times and in all contexts, as ask our students show their Kennett PRIDE by Working Hard and Being Kind. If we can call consistently do those two things, we are well on our way to success.
In 2025, technology plays an important role in your child's learning. Protect your student's district issued learning device with our comprehensive Chromebook Protection Plan, designed to shield families from unexpected repair costs. Our affordable coverage ensures that accidental damage, drops, spills, and screen cracks won't interrupt your child's education or create financial stress. This $50 plan provides 100% coverage for repairs or replacement of the Chromebook that would otherwise be the responsibility of the student and/or parent/legal guardian.
Your children did a wonderful job on their Aimsweb (English Language Arts) benchmark exam this week. Next week, we will complete Mathematics benchmarks. Please ensure your child brings their KCSD issued chromebook to school fully charged with their headphones.
Benchmark exams are highly important for several reasons.
- They are informative for teachers to identify strengths and weaknesses among students based on learning standards.
- They provide evidence of growth.
- KMS course placement is a data driven process, and benchmark scores help us determine which students are best suited for the demands of honors courses.
We remind students that there is no need to stress over their performance. The expectation is simple - just do your best.
The KMS Theater is proud to announce that our musical for May of 2025 will be ….Frozen! We need singers, actors, dancers, painters, set builders, costume makers, and lots of stage crew for lights, props, and sets! Any student interested in performing on stage or working backstage should come to the interest meeting which will be held on Tuesday, January 14th from 2:35–5:00 PM in the cafeteria. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Coe at gcoe@kcsd.org.
Meet Maria Arango! Maria is a dedicated local employee who has been an integral part of the Kennett community through her diverse roles in education. She began her journey in 2020 by driving school buses for Krapf (KMS and New Garden routes), demonstrating her commitment to student transportation. In 2021, she expanded her contributions by joining the KMS cafeteria staff. This year, she transitioned to a personal care assistant position at KMS, continuing her direct support of students. What makes her role particularly meaningful is her deep connection to the area - she works in the same community where she grew up, allowing her to be close to her children. Outside of work, finds joy in reading and spending quality time with her three sons, aged 8, 13, and 18, with two of her boys actively involved in scouts. When she's not working or engaging with her family, she enjoys the companionship of her two dogs, embodying the spirit of a community-focused professional and engaged parent. Thank you for everything, Maria!
Boys Basketball
Wednesday, January 15 - Away v. Patton
Friday, January 17 - Home v. Pierce
Wednesday, January 22 - Home v. Great Valley
Thursday, January 23 - Away v. Stetson
Monday, January 27 - Home v. North Brandywine
Wednesday, January 29 - Away v. North Brandywine
Friday, January 31 - Away v. Downingtown
Monday, February 3 - Home v. Lionville
Friday, February 7 - Away v. Fugett
Monday, February 10 - Away v. Penns Grove
Thursday, February 13 - Home v. Avon Grove
Wednesday, February 19 - Home v. Chichester
Click below for a reminder regarding tryouts, coaches, and more.
Monday 1/13 - iReady Math Winter Benchmark Testing (Makeups 1/14 - 1/17)
Monday, 1/13 - KCSD School Board Meeting at 7:00 PM at MDLKC
Tuesday 1/14 - 7th and 8th grade Orchestra Concert at Kennett High School at 7:00 PM
Tuesday 1/14 - Wednesday 1/22 - Midterms for 8th grade students taking Geometry, Algebra, or World Languages
Monday 1/20 - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (District Closed)
Tuesday 1/21 - 8th Grade Visit to KMS
Wednesday 1/22 - End of 2nd Marking Period
Friday 1/24 - Teacher In-Service (No School For Students)
Monday 1/27 - Curriculum Committee Meeting at 7:00 PM at MDLKC
Wednesday 1/29 - KMS Instrumental Concert
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