KENNETT MIDDLE SCHOOL

We believe that we are an outstanding middle school because we provide a safe, well organized environment, where adults know, like, and understand adolescents.

Announcements

5/14 announcements

Change in School Calendar
Tuesday, May 20 was originally scheduled as In Service day -- there IS now school on 5/20.

Last Student Day 2007-2008
The last school day for students is Thursday, June 12. June 12 is a FULL day of school.

Per the April 14, 2008 School Board Meeting:
"As you know, two snow days were scheduled to be made up at the end of the school year. Because of the extent of work that needs to be done with curriculum and assessment, the administration recommended that the Board approve the make-up of the two snow days as teacher in-service in lieu of student days. This will provide the District with a unique opportunity to engage 100% of the certificated staff in curriculum and professional development activities.

With the Board's approval on Monday (4/14) night, the last day for students will be
Thursday, June 12, for 180 days of instruction. The teachers will have four in-service days following the end of the student school year, making their last day Wednesday, June 18, 2008 for 190 days of employment in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Those staff members who are paid for 182 days of employment will work the first two in-service days, June 13 and June 16."

Orchestra
Attention all orchestra members: There will be a special rehearsal of the orchestra 1st and 2nd period tomorrow (Thursday) in preparation for the spring concert on Monday night. This special rehearsal will be followed by our final performance for visiting 5th graders during 3rd period. Remember to bring your instrument and report to the band room at the end of homeroom period on Thursday.

Any string students who want to make up a lesson may do so during 8th period today. Please come to the music room (that's Mrs. Mancuso's room) for the make-up lesson.

Mix It Up At Lunch
Social Cliques are made up of the same type of people; they dress the same, act the same and hang out at the same places with people just like them. Walk into any school cafeteria and the social groups are easily identified. The "preps "in this corner, athletes take the middle, the skaters in the far corner. People "get in where they fit in". You know the routine: enter the cafeteria, scope things out, find your group and take a seat.

Honestly, students are not alone. We all tend to hang out with people who are most like us. Most often than not, we group ourselves and allow others to define us by things like appearances, class, ability, race, ethnicity, interest or hobbies. But what happens when you take a risk, cross over boundaries and tear down the invisible walls that divide?...

MIX IT UP AT LUNCH!
WHEN: TODAY May 14th
WHERE: The Cafeteria during ALL lunch periods
WHY: To encourage students to step out of their "comfort zones" for one day and connect with someone new (and perhaps, make a new friend)

Please feel free to contact your son/daughter's School Counselor or Principal with any particular questions or concerns.

KMS LIBRARY NEWS:
ALL BOOKS CHECKED OUT FROM THE KMS LIBRARY THIS MONTH ARE DUE ON MAY 30TH.
THIS IS THE LAST DUE DATE.
MANY STUDENTS HAVE RECEIVED OVERDUE NOTICES FOR MATERIALS WHICH HAVE NOT YET BEEN RETURNED.
PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CALL THE LIBRARY DIRECTLY IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT OVERDUE MATERIALS.
OUR NUMBER IS 610 268 5879.

One Book, One School
We hope you are enjoying Seedfolks! Three contests avavilable for students to enter. You can build a diorama, design your own crossword puzzle, or create a likeness of your favorite Seedfolks character using a flip-flop! You heard right...a flip-flop! See your reading or language arts teacher for contest guidelines. All projects are due by May 19th!

So, grab your copies of Seedfolks and use your creativity to design a marvelous masterpiece! Prizes will be awarded to top entries!

Kennett Ice Hockey - 6th, 7th and 8th grade Street Hockey
2008 Summer Street Hockey Program:
For those entering 6th, 7th, or 8th grades in school year 2008-2009 the Kennett Hockey Program invites you to come out and have some fun over the summer playing Street Hockey.

When: Thursday Nights 7:00pm - 8:30pm
    (actual dates and site are to be determined)

Players need to provide their own equipment : gloves, helmet, shin guards and stick.

To sign up and receive information please sign up on the list in the KMS Main Office.

Kennett Ice Hockey - Middle School Fall 2008
The Kennett Ice Hockey Club (KIHC) is looking for Middle School age boys and girls to form a Middle School Ice Hockey team in the fall. The team would play in the fall league which generally runs from November until March. Our KIHC High School team has been very successful in the ICSHL the past few years. Let's keep the momentum going. Send an email with your interest to [ mailto:bhamclan@verizon.net ]bhamclan@verizon.net or [ mailto:tandadoc@comcast.net ]tandadoc@comcast.net.

KHS Cheerleading
There will be a make-up cheerleading tryout for the Kennett High School Cheerleading Squad on
May 15 & May 20 from 3:30-5 in the small gym at KHS.
This is for anyone who missed the first tryout or anyone interested in cheering on the winter basketball and competition squad.
You must sign up with Coach Nelms prior to the tryout and pick up a tryout packet.
Please see Mrs. Nelms for more information.

SPORTS PHYSICALS FOR 2008-2009

Attention 8th grade boys & girls who plan to try out for FALL sports at the high school.
Sports physicals will ONLY be offered at Kennett High School on June 17th & 18th. Sports physical forms will be mailed to the home of every 8th grade student. Please make arrangements for a sports physical at Kennett High School as directed on those forms.

Track
The results are in from the boys and girls county track meet!

Boys
Alex Petrack - 2nd place, discus
Alex Petrack - 4th place, shot put
Tyler Boyer - 4th place, hurdles

Girls
Jasmine Jack - 1st place, 100 meters
Jasmine Jack - 1st place, long jump

Congratulations everyone on a great season!

The track team will be having an end of season party in room F107 during 8th period this Friday. To attend you must turn in $3.00 and a clean uniform to Mr. Schemmer.

Girls Lacrosse
The 7th Grade Girls Lacrosse team played a tough game against Stetson Middle School yesterday, losing 10 to 5. Goals were scored by Krissy Gallivan and Toni Massetti. Also making outstanding plays for Kennett was goalie Jenna Bahel and attack wing Alex Havertine. Good luck today 7th grade in your game against Tower Hill.

8th grade girls lacrosse played an aggressive game against Stetson with a 9-5 victory. Goals were scored by Summer Jaros, Maggie Curran, Anna Tansley and Molly Gallagher. Our defense was also very effective in providing us success. Great game girls!

The 7th and 8th Grade girls lacrosse teams are away today in their last game of the season against Tower Hill. Dismissal for the girls lacrosse game today is at 1:35. Again, dismissal for the the girls lacrosse game against Tower Hill is at 1:35. Good luck girls and have fun today.

Wrestlers
Attention all wrestlers 6,7 and 8th grade. Open mat will start this Tuesday and Thursday from 3 to 4:30 in the High School wrestling room.
See Coach Johnson for more details.

Application are now available for Kennett Wrestling Day Camp which wil be held the week of July7th. You can pick up an application on the information rack in the main hallway outside of the office or from Mr. Johnson.

KHS Football
There will be an important football meeting for all 8th grade students who are interested in playing football on the freshman program next year at the high school. The meeting will take place in F109 after the 8th period announcements on Friday May 16th.

THIS WEEK'S SPORTS

Mon 5/12       Baseball HOME (at NVF) vs Octorara -- cancelled due to weather.

Tues 5/13        Softball AT Fugett
                      Boys Lacrosse AT St Edmonds
                      Girls Lacrosse AT Stetson
                      Baseball HOME (at NVF) vs Octorara - cancelled
                      Track Girls Championships AT Octorara -- depart KMS 1:30

Wed 5/14        Girls Lacrosse AT Tower Hill (3:30)
                      Softball HOME vs Engle

Thurs 5/15        Softball AT Patton

Fri 5/16       Boys Lacrosse HOME vs Independence
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Web Design Camp
Kennett Middle School will be hosting a web design camp this summer. The camp is for students grades 4th through 8th, and will meet during the week of June 23 - June 26 -- 9:00 am until 3:00 p.m.

If interested, there are brochures outside the KMS Main Office. Mr. Reggio can also answer any specific questions, or additional infomation can be accessed on the web @ SpinMyOwnWeb.com.

Kennett Basketball Camp
Kennett Middle School will be hosting the Kennett Basketball camp this summer. The camp is for boys grades 4th through 8th and will meet during the week of June 23 - June 27 -- 8:45 am until 3:00 pm. If interested, there are brochures outside the KMS Main Office.

Cheerleading Camp
Don't miss the Second Annual Kennett Cheerleading Camp for a fun filled week of stunting, tumbling, cheering, & dancing.
The camp will be held at Kennett High School from June 23 through June 27 for girls in grades 4th through 8th.
This is a great way to prepare for cheerleading tryouts.
Camp registration brochures will be available in the main office or see Mrs. Nelms for more information.

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                             Donating and Re-using Musical Instruments

                        A Program of the Kennett Middle School Friends of Music

                    Receipt for Donation of Musical Instrument to Kennett Middle School

Thank you for donating a ____________________________________

for use by KMS students. Your donation will help ensure that all children at KMS have the opportunity to pursue instrumental music study.

                                Friends of Music is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization.