MMS Update 2-24-25
(Preparation, Respect, Integrity, Determination, Effort)
In addition to Kalamazoo’s principal newspapers (The Kalamazoo Gazette and The Kalamazoo Telegraph [1844-1916]), everyday life of black Kalamazoo residents during the 1960s and 70’s was chronicled and archived by several locally-published newspapers. These publications hold indispensable histories that draw attention to the richness of African American life in Kalamazoo. Not only do the headlines suggest that Kalamazoo African Americans were actively engaged with issues central to the civil rights movement (housing, employment, education e.g.), but so too, the daily stories that shone light upon social gatherings, student achievement, employment opportunities, recreational activities, visiting speakers, athletic events, entertainment, church happenings, and so much more. You can find more information at the Kalamazoo Public Library!
If students accumulate absences where they are missing 10% of the school year or more, parents or guardians will receive a letter like this:
Dear Parents and Guardians:
Attendance is an important aspect of student academic success. Kalamazoo Public Schools has implemented procedures designed to improve student attendance. The goal of the district is to have all students in school every day.
Our records indicate that to date, your child has missed at least 10% of the 2023-2024 school year. Missing this much school is considered chronically absent. It is important we work together to solve this matter. We want to assist you with a plan for regular and consistent attendance for your student.
Research shows that students who are chronically absent tend to experience both negative academic and social outcomes. Chronically absent students are far more likely to drop out of school than their peers who attend school regularly. Additionally, schools with high percentages of students who are chronically absent have lower reading and math achievement scores even for students who attend school regularly. For your student to have a successful educational experience, it is vitally important that they attend school every day. Sincerely, Kalamazoo Public Schools
*Students who are identified as chronically absent are in direct violation of Michigan law 380.1561 and of the Kalamazoo Public Schools Policy 5.2. Any further absence from school may result in petitioning for educational neglect.
- Students must be in the 50th percentile in NWEA Math and Reading.
- Students must pass their core classes (Math, ELA, Science and Social Studies)
- Students must be at a 90% or higher attendance rate.
Students not meeting these goals may have to attend summer school or be retained in their current grade for the following school year.
PowerSchool Parent Portal is an online resource that gives parents/guardians access to their student’s:
- Grades and attendance
- Test results
- Report Cards
- Attendance history
- Email notifications that can include your child's grades and school announcements
- Teacher comments
- Calendars
How do I access the PowerSchool Parent Portal?
Click this link.
Important Information
- Students have 4 minutes to transition from one class to another. They must be on time for each of their classes. They should be in their seats ready to learn when the bell rings.
MMS Non-negotiables
No Cell phones/headphones/earbuds/ Air pods
No Hats or Hoods on heads
No Backpacks/winter coats
No sunglasses/bandanas
No Food/drinks (other than water in clear water bottles) in classrooms
- Parents, remember to use PowerSchool to monitor your child's grades and attendance. It is important for all students to arrive to school and class on time every day.
Be Proactive and Safe!
- If you or your child becomes aware of a situation that may create a problem at school, please contact an administrator at the school (269-337-0670). We want to be proactive and maintain the best possible learning environment for our students.
Academic Achievement, Safety and Order are Milwood Magnet School Priorities!
The Knights Health Center is a school based health center funded by MDHHS and operated by Kalamazoo County Health & Community Services. We offer health care to Kalamazoo County youth who are between 5 and 21 years of age. Kelly Brizendine, our physician assistant, and Eureka Jennings, our medical assistant, provide the same type and level of care that a parent/guardian would expect to find at a pediatrician or a primary care provider’s office, (preventative care, urgent care for illness or injury, sports physicals, immunizations, etc…), while I provide mental health services. Appointments can be made by emailing healthyknights@kalcounty.com or calling 269-391-2458.
School-based health centers have several attractive characteristics that will appeal to parents and youth: equity and access to quality health care and the availability of same day appointments are two hallmarks of this system, as is the cost of services. For families with private insurance, their insurance will be billed directly and there are not any co-pays. For those with Medicaid, Medicaid is billed directly and for those without insurance, fees are waived.
Loy Norrix High School
606 E. Kilgore Road
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
