KMS Friday Principal's Press

Happy Friday! Here is some important information from KMS:

Dear KMS Parents and Guardians,

As we approach the winter break, we are taking a moment to reflect on the progress we've made this year at Kennett Middle School (KMS). Reaching winter break is always a milestone, and we are filled with gratitude for the incredible journey we have shared thus far this year.

For starters, we're immensely proud of our students. The best thing about KMS is our students, and it is truly inspiring to have witnessed their growth and resilience throughout this semester. They are the reason we are a 5x Pennsylvania School To Watch. The future is bright for our students! Keep up the great work.

Next, we extend our heartfelt appreciation for our dedicated teachers and staff. A lot is new at KMS this year, and their adaptability in adjusting instruction to fit our new master schedule and their commitment to true teamwork have been remarkable. Our teachers have embraced these changes because they consistently do what is best for students. KMS teachers are second to none. Thank you!

Lastly, we'd like to extend our sincerest thanks to all parents, guardians, and community members for your unwavering support of KMS. Whether through attending school events, making donations, partnering with our PTO, supporting the Kennett Education Foundation, or volunteering at After The Bell, your involvement plays a crucial role in enriching our school community. The partnership we have with our community is a treasure that not all schools experience, and we do not take it for granted.

Thank you EVERYONE for your continued effort and support. We are not a perfect school, but we are going to work with all of our might in the pursuit to become one.

As we head into winter break, we hope everyone takes this time to relax and rejuvenate. We still have a little more than half of the school year to go, and we have big goals! We look forward to returning in the new year with renewed energy and enthusiasm for the remainder of the school year.

Sincerely with Kennett PRIDE,

-The KMS Principals

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 one of the two interest meetings which will be held on Thursday, January 9th and Tuesday, January 14th from 2:35–5:00 PM in the cafeteria. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Coe in B004.

Parents and Guardians, please be sure to keep all of your information updated in the KCSD Skyward Parent Portal. A reminder that we cannot release a student to any adult who is not listed as an emergency contact in your child's Skyward profile. WIthin the Skyward Parent Portal, you can:

• Update your contact information (phone, address, email address, etc.)
• Update your emergency contact information (if we cannot reach you in an emergency).
• Update your child's medical information so that the Nurse has what she/he needs to keep your child healthy.
• Link to the Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) Board Docs No. 815 and acknowledge you read it.
• Link to the Student Device Agreement Form or click here
• Link to the The Child Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) Compliance and acknowledge you read it.
• Link to the new Family and Student Handbook and acknowledge that you've read it.
• Link to the new Code of Conduct and acknowledge that you've read it.

Dr. Rizzo Saunders invites you to participate in the Kennett Consolidated School District Survey, which is designed to help deepen her understanding of our community’s needs and aspirations. This survey covers a wide range of topics, including curriculum, instruction, assessment, student support, facilities, finances, operations, and technology. In the coming weeks, we will also release a separate survey focused on communications, which will provide another opportunity for you to share your thoughts.

Meet Ms. Yareli Lara! A proud KHS graduate, Ms. Lara has dedicated 5 years to education, including 4 years at Kennett Middle School (KMS). She is passionate about supporting the community where she grew up and uses her superpower of speaking Spanish to empower families and students, drawing inspiration from their resilience in the face of challenges. Outside of KMS, she enjoys baking sourdough bread and cookies, cuddling with her cat Penny while reading, spending quality time with her niece and nephew, Lani and Luca, and taking magical walks at Longwood Gardens. Her vibrant personality and commitment to both education and community make her a cherished part of our team. We love you, Ms. Lara!

Monday, January 6 - Away v. Lionville

Wednesday, January 8 - Home v. Downingtown

Tuesday, January 7 - Home v. Lionville

Wednesday, January 8 - Away v. Downingtown

Tuesday, January 14 - Away v. Chichester

Thursday, January 16 - Home v. North Brandywine

Tuesday, January 21 - Home v. Patton

Wednesday, January 22 - Away v. Stetson

Saturday, January 25 - County Tournament @ Downingtown West High School

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 12/23 - Friday 1/3 - No School for Students

• Thursday 1/9 - AIMSweb Winter Benchmark Testing (Makeups 1/10 and 1/13 if needed

• 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 - 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

2024 KMS Schools To Watch Video

2024 KMS Back To School Night Video

iReady Math Family Resources

Aimsweb Plus Overview

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