Principal's Message
Hello Kenmore Colt Families and Friends,
Second semester is underway! This is a great opportunity for students to get a fresh start. With my son, we are using the new semester to reset grades, review expectations, and establish a required study time. Please reach out to teachers and counselors if your child needs more support.
Last week we had an assembly to remember and honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Melton Jefferson, athletic director at North Creek High School, was our guest speaker. He shared his own story and about the adults who mentored him. He asked students if they had ever been made fun of based on their identity and most students responded that they had. Melton told students that they are loved at KMS and encouraged them to be leaders for kindness. He ended with this quote from MLK Jr: “I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear.” I so appreciate Melton Jefferson for speaking at KMS. His message compliments our goals that students know that they are cared for, that we promote a sense of belonging for everyone here, and that we are working to build a community of kindness. Ask your child what they learned from the assembly.
Sincerely,
Joey Robertson
Dates to Remember
01.28.25: Yearbook Sales are OPEN
02.10.25: Spirit Week-Comfy Day
02.11.25: Spirit Week-Mustache Day
02.12.25: Spirit Week-Anything but a backpack
02.13.25: Spirit Week-Fan/Artist Day
02.14.25: Spirit Week-Hobby Day
02.14.25: Yearbook sales END
02.14.25: NO Clubs/NO Afterschool activities
02.17.25 - 02.21.25: Mid-Winter Break - No School
02.26.25: 5th grade Parent Night @6:30pm
03.05.25: Band Concert @6:30 KMS Gym
03.12.25: Choir Concert @6:30 KMS Gym
03.19.25: Orchestra Concert@6:30pm KMS Gym
03.21.25: Crazy Sock Day
03.25.25: Intramural Sport
03.27.25 Intramural Sport
3.28.25: Intramural Sport
03.24.25: Season 3 Sports End.
03.31.25: Season 4 Sports Start
Clubs and Kitchen Table
Mon: 7:25AM - 7:55PM: Drama Club
Mon: 2:45PM - 4:10PM - D&D Club
Tues: 2:45PM - 4:10PM - Kitchen Table
Tues: 2:45PM - 4:10PM - GSA Club
Thur: 7:25AM - 7:55AM - Drama Club - Stage (1.30.25)
Thur: 2:45PM - 4:10PM - Kitchen Table
Thur: 2:45PM - 4:10PM - Art Club (2/13-3/27)
Thur: 2:45PM - 4:10PM - Game Club
Thur: 2:45PM - 4:10PM - Debate Club (1.30.25)
Drama Club
Do you like to write? Would you like to write a play that might be produced here at KMS? Now is your chance!
Plays must be:
- Comedic (funny)
- School appropriate
- 5-10 min (maximum)
- 3-7 actors
- Follow the script format for a play: LINK
Fill out this LINK to submit your play
SUBMISSION DUE DATE: January 31
Questions - email Mrs. Flahiff @ jflahiff@nsd.org
NO CUTS / NO AUDITIONS: Process for choosing parts:
Once the plays are written/selected everyone who wants to act will read the scripts and fill out a google form with their choices. We will do our best to match everyone with one of their top choices.
If you write a play, you will be given priority to act the part that you wish.
Technicians will apply for roles. Watch for more information. 8th Grade students may be student directors. They can also act in the play that they direct.
National Junior Honor Society
As the first semester comes to a close, please consider encouraging your KMS scholar to join our National Junior Honor Society! Club Coordinator Mr. Razem recorded a brief video introduction for families with all the requirements. You can also learn more about NJHS at our KMS website using this link. Please reach out to prazem@nsd.org with any questions. All applications and materials are due before March 28th! All interested and eligible students should use the Schoology Group Course ID: KR9M-FN2B-6ST37
D&D
Hello Adventurers and Families!
A new semester (starts Jan.28) means a fresh opportunity to embark on a quest with Dungeons & Dragons Club! Space is limited, so make sure to stop by the office as soon as possible to sign up.
Important Reminder: Signing up for D&D Club is a commitment, just like signing up for a sport. By joining, you’re agreeing to participate for the entire semester. Please only sign up if you’re ready to commit to the full experience.
If you’re considering trying out for a sport, like Girls Basketball, Co-ed Wrestling, Girls Volleyball, Boys Soccer, or Co-ed Track, please keep in mind that these sports only last one quarter, while D&D Club runs for the entire semester. Once you sign up for D&D Club, you are making a promise to be there for the whole semester, so think carefully before committing.
I can’t wait to embark on this adventure with you all!
See you at the table!
Ms. Bennett
Sports Info
SEASON 3 SPORTS STARTED ON TUESDAY JANUARY 21.
SPORT FEES ARE DUE!
Game schedules can be found on the KMS website under Activities/Athletics
Season 3 sports:
- 7/8 Girls Basketball (cut sport)
- 6 Girls Basketball (cut sport)
- 6,7,8 COED Wrestling (no cut)
Please make sure you have an up to date sports physical on file! Athletes are not able to participate without the current physical on file. Zoomcare offers same day physicals for $65. Scholarships are available. Please contact your counselor or Ms. Bragg for more information. rbragg@nsd.org
Payments for all sports are now dues. Any payments are made through your Touchbase account or in person at the KMS Main Office. Although fees show up in Final Forms, you are not able to make a payment in this program. Once you make a payment using your Touchbase account, Final Forms will be updated to show the payment in approximately 48 hours. If you are in need of financial assistance, please contact your counselor. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Bragg. rbragg@nsd.org
Touchbase:
https://wa-northshore.intouchreceipting.com/
Library News
THANK YOU FIRST SEMESTER TA'S!
As we reach the halfway mark of the year, I’d like to extend a sincere thank you to my wonderful TAs: Etaliah, Caydden, Piper, Austin, Heidi, Michael and Greta. You all kept the library clean, beautiful and running smoothly for the last 4 ½ months. I appreciate you!
Happy Reading~
Holly Herbison, she/her
Kenmore Middle School Teacher-Librarian
Attendance with Ms. Twitchell
Attendance Counts! Attending school regularly helps your child(ren) feel better about school - and themselves. By prioritizing good student attendance, you are sending a strong message that education is important to you and your child’s future. Attendance counts, all day, every school day!
Counseling News
REGISTRATION NEWS:
It’s already that time of the year….REGISTRATION for next year’s courses is coming!!!!!! Lots of stuff happening in the next month or so related to making choices about next year’s courses.
8TH GRADE STUDENTS
High Schools Visiting KMS:
Bothell High School and Inglemoor High School counselors will be at KMS in science classes on Tuesday February 4.
Find information on high school registration on the schools’ websites:
Bothell High School Website (CLICK HERE)
- BHS Incoming 9th Grade Welcome Night February 13
- 25-26 information coming soon
Inglemoor High School Website (CLICK HERE)
- Detailed information regarding these nights on the website
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Information Night: January 30
- Spanish-Speaking Night: February 11
- Rising 9th Grade Parent Zoom w/ IHS Counselors, General Q&A: February 12
- Viking Exploration: April 24
High School and Beyond Planning (Naviance):
KMS counselors will be in US History Classes on 2/3 and 2/6 presenting information on students’ High School and Beyond Plan (using a program called Naviance). This information can help students make informed decisions about their high school course selections.
6TH AND 7TH GRADE STUDENTS
KMS school counselors will be in science classes presenting information on middle school registration.
- March 3: 6th grade science classes
- March 6 7th grade science classes
Volunteer Opportunities
POPCORN FRIDAY
We need lots of help to make this a success! Thank you to those that have signed up already! We still need more help. Please sign up using the sign up genius below. There are 3 time slots needing 3 people in each. This is on-going throughout the year. The kids love popcorn Fridays!
KMS LUNCH VOLUNTEERS
Are you able to help out on campus? We are looking for more volunteers at lunch time, if you are interested in helping please use this Sign Up Genius: KMS Lunch Volunteers. Most volunteers do one day a week. Invite a friend to join you! All volunteers are required to fill out the NSD volunteer form online before volunteering at school.
Make sure your volunteer status is up to date. NSD volunteer info found HERE.
Get your Yearbook Now!
Yearbook pre-sales start January 28 and are available until February 14. Yearbooks can be purchased for $40 in the Main Office with exact cash/check/credit card or online using your Touchbase account. Do not wait to order as they will sell out in June. The next sale will be in June. If you need financial assistance in paying for your yearbook purchase, please contact your school counselor.
Login Assistance
PARENT LOGIN INFORMATION:
- TOUCHBASE (Online Payments for sports/yearbooks/ASB card/fees/fines) - https://wa-northshore.intouchreceipting.com/
- PARENTVUE (Student Info/Contact Info/Grades) – https://wa-nor-psv.edupoint.com/
- FINAL FORMS (Sports Registration) - https://northshore-wa.finalforms.com/
- LINQ Connect (ADD funds to student lunch account) - https://linqconnect.com/
- FREE & REDUCED APPLICATION/FEE WAIVER LINK Page - Fill out the Online Application for free and reduced meals AND fill out the Fee Waiver form. - https://www.nsd.org/schools/get-started/food-services/free-and-reduced-price-breakfast-lunch
PTSA News
STAFF APPRECIATION
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Our next Staff Appreciation event will be on Friday, Feb 7th and is soup themed for our cold winter weather! Please take a look at the link and see how you can contribute.
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Click here for the link.
CAREER SPOTLIGHT SERIES
Our second annual Career Spotlight series is about to begin! Do you have a career in construction, medicine, law, art/music, engineering, welding, travel, business or anything else?! KMS students would love to interview you! This year, we hope to host interview sessions on a Saturday. Each interview will be edited into a video, presented during Colt Time (homeroom). Please reach out if you would like more information and if you are willing to participate! Contact Jill Zosel at careerspotlight@kenmoreptsa.org.