Saturday, January 25, 2020

Kickapoo announcements Jan. 27 - 31, 2020

Kickapoo Families,

It was nice to see the sunshine this weekend. I hope you were able
to get out and enjoy it as well.

Below are a few NEW notes and reminders for you. Have a great week!

Progress Reports
The first progress report for 3rd quarter is now available via eSchool Home Access. Click on Grades to see the progress report grades as of Friday morning.
You can view the most up to date grades at any time by following the same link above and clicking on classes.
Questions? Contact your students teacher(s).

GO CAPS 2020 - 2021 Informational meetings for current Sophomores and Juniors.
Tuesday, Jan. 21: Business & Entrepreneurship AND IT & Software Solutions, 6 PM at eFactory – 405 North Jefferson Ave.
Thursday, Jan. 23: Medicine & Health Care, 6 PM at Cox North Fountain Room – 1423 North Jefferson Ave.  (Cox College of Nursing entrance)
Tuesday, Jan. 28: Engineering & Manufacturing, 6 PM at SRC Logistics – 3055 East Division
Wednesday, Jan. 29: Teacher Education, 6 PM at Sherwood Elementary – 2524 South Golden

Unable to attend the meetings listed above? You can attend on
Wednesday, Feb. 12: All Strand Informational Review, 6 PM at eFactory – 405 North Jefferson Ave. 
If you have any questions about Go Caps please contact Mrs. Harris in the Kickapoo A+ office.

KHS 2020 - 2021 Scheduling Information
  • Jan. 27 & Jan. 28Students should have packet with them.  Counselors will answer questions during PLT.
    The Online Course Request form must be completed by Jan. 29.  Students must also turn in their completed Blue Forms to their 2nd block teacher on Jan. 29. 

Students & Parents 
Please do NOT park in Birch Pointe parking lot across the street. This is private property and they have informed us they are going to begin towing vehicles. Also, do not wait in their drive/parking for students. Thank you.

Interested in running for Student Body President or Vice President?
There will be a mandatory meeting on Tuesday, January 28th, at either 7:30 a.m. or 2:55 p.m. in room 109.


Library Survey for Parents
We want to hear from you!  Please click this link to complete a survey about KHS Library.

Spring Parent Teacher Conferences
Will be held on Thursday, Feb. 6th from 3 - 7:30 p.m.
Families can call 523-8749 on Monday, Feb. 3rd between 8 a.m. & 3 p.m.
If you are unable to call on Monday, Feb. 3rd you will need to contact the teacher
directly or call 523-8500 to schedule.
Please remember you are welcome to contact teachers throughout the year
if you have questions or concerns. Please call or email anytime.
Thank you.

Nominate Teachers for Teacher of the Year
Nominations are currently being accepted for the 2020-2021 Teacher of the Year. To nominate a teacher for this honor, simply click on the link below. To be eligible, the nominee must have four or more years teaching experience with SPS.

The nomination form is simple and can be submitted by a student, parent, co-worker or supervisor. Just fill out the pertinent information and explain in 100 words or less why you are nominating the individual. All nominations will be kept confidential.

Nominations must be submitted by 4:30 p.m., Friday, Jan. 31.  
NOMINATE HERE
Students with D's or F's
If your student has a D or F in any class I will begin to send phone
messages again on Monday, Jan. 27th. This is based on their grade as of 6 a.m.
each Monday morning. It is possible grades could change between the time I
run the report and send the message. If you ever have questions or concerns
please contact your students teacher. Thank you.

Interventions for students with Failing grades
We have two newer interventions to support students.
IF a student has 2 or more F's in core classes they will be in IPLT (Intensive
Personal Learning Time) Monday - Thursday during PLT (Personal Learning Time) time
to focus on improving in those classes.
We also have an after-school intervention, Chief Intervention Accountability Option,
that is held after school from 3 - 4 p.m. in the library classroom Monday through Thursday.
Students must have an F in a core class to qualify for this intervention. Contact your
students teacher (math, science, social studies, or English) if your student has an F and
you'd like them to attend this intervention.

Does your student need a ride to school OR is your student looking to help students
in need of a ride? Chief Carpooling! 
If your student needs a ride to and/or from school on certain days and times or every day, sign up to be a rider and you will be matched with a student who can help!
If your student is looking to help their peers and earn volunteer hours, sign up to be a driver and help! WE ARE IN NEED OF APPROXIMATELY 10 DRIVERS. You can sign up for certain days and times or every day.

Arrival & Dismissal
As a reminder students can arrive/be dropped off as early at 7 a.m. and
classes begin at 7:50 a.m. Monday - Thursday and 8:20 a.m. on Friday's.
We dismiss at 2:50 everyday and students not under the direct supervision of a coach or
teacher must be picked up by 3:30 p.m. each day.

Scholarship Bulletin
The January Bulletin can be found HERE. You can find this and much
more on the Counselor's Corner Website.

Stay Connected to Kickapoo!
As a reminder the information shared below is NOT all inclusive to what is happening
at Kickapoo High School. To find more information about KHS and what's happening
you will find it HERE or at kickapoochiefs.org

The best way to stay in the know is to check the calendar and daily announcements
as they are updated each day and can be found in the left column. I would recommend
bookmarking our web page and checking it daily to stay informed of the KHS
happenings.
I would also encourage you to connect with us via social media as we share what’s going on
at KHS. Check us out on
Instagram @KickapooHighSchool
Twitter @KickapooChiefs
Facebook - Kickapoo High School
Website - Kickapoochiefs.org


2019 - 2020 Springfield Public Schools Calendar
Here is the FULL CALENDAR.
The last day of school is now Wednesday, May 20th.

KHS Class of 2020 Graduation is Friday, May 8th @ 5:30 p.m. at JQH Arena.

2020 - 2021 calendar

Please remember we are here for you and your student. Don't hesitate to reach out to us at
any time.

Have a great week and #GoChiefs #OneTribe #WeTribeTogether


Dr. Bill Powers
Principal
Kickapoo High School

Monday, January 20, 2020

Kickapoo announcements Jan. 20 - 24, 2020

Kickapoo Families,

We hope each of you had a fantastic weekend.

As we are entering our third week of the quarter this means our first
progress report will be available soon. This also means I will begin sending
out phone calls to families of students with a D or F.
Please continue to monitor eSchool Home Access and stay in communication
with teachers if you have questions.

Below are a few NEW notes and reminders for you. Have a great week!


GO CAPS 2020 - 2021 Informational meetings for current Sophomores and Juniors.
Tuesday, Jan. 21: Business & Entrepreneurship AND IT & Software Solutions, 6 PM at eFactory – 405 North Jefferson Ave.
Thursday, Jan. 23: Medicine & Health Care, 6 PM at Cox North Fountain Room – 1423 North Jefferson Ave.  (Cox College of Nursing entrance)
Tuesday, Jan. 28: Engineering & Manufacturing, 6 PM at SRC Logistics – 3055 East Division
Wednesday, Jan. 29: Teacher Education, 6 PM at Sherwood Elementary – 2524 South Golden
Wednesday, Feb. 12: All Strand Informational Review, 6 PM at eFactory – 405 North Jefferson Ave. 
If you have any questions about Go Caps please contact Mrs. Harris in the A+ office.


KHS 2020 - 2021 Scheduling Information
  • KHS Schedule Info Day Jan. 22. All students will be coming to the PAC on Wednesday based on the following schedule:

1st Block: Freshman
1st Floor – Come to the PAC – 8
2nd Floor – Come to the PAC – 8:40
2nd Block: Sophomores
1st Floor – Come to the PAC – 9:40
2nd Floor – Come to the PAC – 10:25
4th Block: Juniors
1st Floor – Come to the PAC – 1:30
2nd Floor – Come to the PAC – 2:10


Students with D's or F's
If your student has a D or F in any class I will begin to send phone
messages again on Monday, Jan. 27th. This is based on their grade as of 6 a.m.
each Monday morning. It is possible grades could change between the time I
run the report and send the message. If you ever have questions or concerns
please contact your students teacher. Thank you.

Interventions for students with Failing grades
We have two newer interventions to support students.
IF a student has 2 more more F's in core classes they will be in IPLT (Intensive
Personal Learning Time) Monday - Thursday during PLT (Personal Learning Time) time
to focus on improving in those classes.
We also have an after-school intervention, Chief Intervention Accountability Option,
that is held after school from 3 - 4 p.m. in the library classroom Monday through Thursday.
Students must have an F in a core class to qualify for this intervention. Contact your
students teacher (math, science, social studies, or English) if your student has an F and
you'd like them to attend this intervention.

Nominate Teachers for Teacher of the Year
Nominations are currently being accepted for the 2020-2021 Teacher of the Year. To nominate a teacher for this honor, simply click on the link below. To be eligible, the nominee must have four or more years teaching experience with SPS.

The nomination form is simple and can be submitted by a student, parent, co-worker or supervisor. Just fill out the pertinent information and explain in 100 words or less why you are nominating the individual. All nominations will be kept confidential.

Nominations must be submitted by 4:30 p.m., Friday, Jan. 31.  
NOMINATE HERE Does your student need a ride to school OR is your student looking to help students
in need of a ride? Chief Carpooling! 
If your student needs a ride to and/or from school on certain days and times or every day, sign up to be a rider and you will be matched with a student who can help!
If your student is looking to help their peers and earn volunteer hours, sign up to be a driver and help! WE ARE IN NEED OF APPROXIMATELY 10 DRIVERS. You can sign up for certain days and times or every day.

Arrival & Dismissal
As a reminder students can arrive/be dropped off as early at 7 a.m. and
classes begin at 7:50 a.m. Monday - Thursday and 8:20 a.m. on Friday's.
We dismiss at 2:50 everyday and students not under the direct supervision of a coach or
teacher must be picked up by 3:30 p.m. each day.

Scholarship Bulletin
The January Bulletin can be found HERE. You can find this and much
more on the Counselor's Corner Website.

Stay Connected to Kickapoo!
As a reminder the information shared below is NOT all inclusive to what is happening
at Kickapoo High School. To find more information about KHS and what's happening
you will find it HERE or at kickapoochiefs.org

The best way to stay in the know is to check the calendar and daily announcements
as they are updated each day and can be found in the left column. I would recommend
bookmarking our web page and checking it daily to stay informed of the KHS
happenings.
I would also encourage you to connect with us via social media as we share what’s going on
at KHS. Check us out on
Instagram @KickapooHighSchool
Twitter @KickapooChiefs
Facebook - Kickapoo High School
Website - Kickapoochiefs.org


2019 - 2020 Springfield Public Schools Calendar
Here is the FULL CALENDAR.
The last day of school is now Wednesday, May 20th.

KHS Class of 2020 Graduation is Friday, May 8th @ 5:30 p.m. at JQH Arena.

2020 - 2021 calendar

Please remember we are here for you and your student. Don't hesitate to reach out to us at
any time.

Have a great week and #GoChiefs #OneTribe #WeTribeTogether


Dr. Bill Powers
Principal
Kickapoo High School

Sunday, January 12, 2020

Kickapoo announcements Jan. 13 - 16, 2020

Kickapoo Families,

We had a fantastic first week back at KHS! It was great to reconnect with
our students and see them back in the classrooms learning.

Below are a few NEW notes and reminders for you. Have a great week!

2nd Quarter Report Cards are available via eSchool.
Go Here https://homeaccess.sps.org/HomeAccess/Account/LogOn?ReturnUrl=%2fhomeaccess
Then click on Grades and then Report Card.

GO CAPS 2020 - 2021 Informational meetings for current Sophomores and Juniors.
Tuesday, Jan. 21: Business & Entrepreneurship AND IT & Software Solutions, 6 PM at eFactory – 405 North Jefferson Ave.
Thursday, Jan. 23: Medicine & Health Care, 6 PM at Cox North Fountain Room – 1423 North Jefferson Ave.  (Cox College of Nursing entrance)
Tuesday, Jan. 28: Engineering & Manufacturing, 6 PM at SRC Logistics – 3055 East Division
Wednesday, Jan. 29: Teacher Education, 6 PM at Sherwood Elementary – 2524 South Golden
Wednesday, Feb. 12: All Strand Informational Review, 6 PM at eFactory – 405 North Jefferson Ave.

A Daytime Open House event for students is scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 16th.  Please see Mrs. Harris (A+ Office) for more information and to sign up.  This will give students a great opportunity to visit GO CAPS classrooms and to speak to strand facilitators and current student participants. 

No School Monday, Jan. 20th for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Students with D's or F's
If your student has a D or F in any class I will continue to send phone
messages every Monday evening based on their grade as of 6 a.m. each
Monday morning. It is possible grades could change between the time I
run the report and send the message. If you ever have questions or concerns
please contact your students teacher. Thank you.

Interventions for students with Failing grades
We have two newer interventions to support students.
IF a student has 2 more more F's in core classes they will be in IPLT (Intensive
Personal Learning Time) Monday - Thursday during PLT (Personal Learning Time) time
to focus on improving in those classes.
We also have an after-school intervention, Chief Intervention Accountability Option,
that is held after school from 3 - 4 p.m. in the library classroom Monday through Thursday.
Students must have an F in a core class to qualify for this intervention. Contact your
students teacher (math, science, social studies, or English) if your student has an F and
you'd like them to attend this intervention.

Does your student need a ride to school OR is your student looking to help students
in need of a ride? Chief Carpooling! 
If your student needs a ride to and/or from school on certain days and times or every day, sign up to be a rider and you will be matched with a student who can help!
If your student is looking to help their peers and earn volunteer hours, sign up to be a driver and help! WE ARE IN NEED OF APPROXIMATELY 10 DRIVERS. You can sign up for certain days and times or every day.

Arrival & Dismissal
As a reminder students can arrive/be dropped off as early at 7 a.m. and
classes begin at 7:50 a.m. Monday - Thursday and 8:20 a.m. on Friday's.
We dismiss at 2:50 everyday and students not under the direct supervision of a coach or
teacher must be picked up by 3:30 p.m. each day.

Scholarship Bulletin
The January Bulletin can be found HERE. You can find this and much
more on the Counselor's Corner Website.

Stay Connected to Kickapoo!
As a reminder the information shared below is NOT all inclusive to what is happening
at Kickapoo High School. To find more information about KHS and what's happening
you will find it HERE or at kickapoochiefs.org

The best way to stay in the know is to check the calendar and daily announcements
as they are updated each day and can be found in the left column. I would recommend
bookmarking our web page and checking it daily to stay informed of the KHS
happenings.
I would also encourage you to connect with us via social media as we share what’s going on
at KHS. Check us out on
Instagram @KickapooHighSchool
Twitter @KickapooChiefs
Facebook - Kickapoo High School
Website - Kickapoochiefs.org


2019 - 2020 Springfield Public Schools Calendar
Here is the FULL CALENDAR.
The last day of school is now Wednesday, May 20th.

KHS Class of 2020 Graduation is Friday, May 8th @ 5:30 p.m. at JQH Arena.

2020 - 2021 calendar

Please remember we are here for you and your student. Don't hesitate to reach out to us at
any time.

Have a great week and #GoChiefs #OneTribe #WeTribeTogether


Dr. Bill Powers
Principal
Kickapoo High School

Sunday, January 5, 2020

Kickapoo announcements Jan. 6 - 10, 2020

Kickapoo Families,

I hope each of you had a wonderful break spending time with family and friends,
resting and relaxing, and doing the things that bring you peace and happiness.

As we begin the new year and second semester here are 20 Tips for a positive
year. Read, Apply, & Repeat often.

Below are a few NEW notes and reminders for you. Have a great week!

3rd Quarter Schedules are available via eSchool.

Launch Students - Do you have an online Launch class this quarter? If so, we will be having a short meeting at the beginning of each block on Monday, Jan. 6th. b
1st, 2nd, and 4th blocks will be meeting in the library and 3rd block will meet in the Performing Arts Center. If you are absent Monday please see Mrs. Helfrect as soon as possible. Thank you. 

GO CAPS 2020 - 2021 Informational meetings
Tuesday, Jan. 21: Business & Entrepreneurship AND IT & Software Solutions, 6 PM at eFactory – 405 North Jefferson Ave.
Thursday, Jan. 23: Medicine & Health Care, 6 PM at Cox North Fountain Room – 1423 North Jefferson Ave.  (Cox College of Nursing entrance)
Tuesday, Jan. 28: Engineering & Manufacturing, 6 PM at SRC Logistics – 3055 East Division
Wednesday, Jan. 29: Teacher Education, 6 PM at Sherwood Elementary – 2524 South Golden
Wednesday, Feb. 12: All Strand Informational Review, 6 PM at eFactory – 405 North Jefferson Ave.

A Daytime Open House event for students is scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 16th.  Please see Mrs. Harris (A+ Office) for more information and to sign up.  This will give students a great opportunity to visit GO CAPS classrooms and to speak to strand facilitators and current student participants. 

Senior Ads & Quotes - DUE THIS WEEK!
Are due Wednesday, Jan. 8th in Room 201. See Ms. Orman, the Yearbook staff, or you can email one of the following with questions.
elliejoplin@gmail.com
kickapooseniorad2020@gmail.com
kayleecarmichael11@gmail.com

No School Monday, Jan. 20th

Students with D's or F's
If your student has a D or F in any class I will continue to send phone
messages every Monday evening based on their grade as of 6 a.m. each
Monday morning. It is possible grades could change between the time I
run the report and send the message. If you ever have questions or concerns
please contact your students teacher. Thank you.

Interventions for students with Failing grades
We have two newer interventions to support students.
IF a student has 2 more more F's in core classes they will be in IPLT (Intensive
Personal Learning Time) Monday - Thursday during PLT (Personal Learning Time) time
to focus on improving in those classes.
We also have an after-school intervention, Chief Intervention Accountability Option,
that is held after school from 3 - 4 p.m. in the library classroom Monday through Thursday.
Students must have an F in a core class to qualify for this intervention. Contact your
students teacher (math, science, social studies, or English) if your student has an F and
you'd like them to attend this intervention.

Does your student need a ride to school OR is your student looking to help students
in need of a ride? Chief Carpooling! 
If your student needs a ride to and/or from school on certain days and times or every day, sign up to be a rider and you will be matched with a student who can help!
If your student is looking to help their peers and earn volunteer hours, sign up to be a driver and help! WE ARE IN NEED OF APPROXIMATELY 10 DRIVERS. You can sign up for certain days and times or every day.

Arrival & Dismissal
As a reminder students can arrive/be dropped off as early at 7 a.m. and
classes begin at 7:50 a.m. Monday - Thursday and 8:20 a.m. on Friday's.
We dismiss at 2:50 everyday and students not under the direct supervision of a coach or
teacher must be picked up by 3:30 p.m. each day.

Scholarship Bulletin
The January Bulletin will be available soon.
The December Bulletin can be found HERE. You can find this and much
more on the Counselor's Corner Website.

Stay Connected to Kickapoo!
As a reminder the information shared below is NOT all inclusive to what is happening
at Kickapoo High School. To find more information about KHS and what's happening
you will find it HERE or at kickapoochiefs.org

The best way to stay in the know is to check the calendar and daily announcements
as they are updated each day and can be found in the left column. I would recommend
bookmarking our web page and checking it daily to stay informed of the KHS
happenings.
I would also encourage you to connect with us via social media as we share what’s going on
at KHS. Check us out on
Instagram @KickapooHighSchool
Twitter @KickapooChiefs
Facebook - Kickapoo High School
Website - Kickapoochiefs.org


2019 - 2020 Springfield Public Schools Calendar
Here is the FULL CALENDAR. With the snow/ice day last week now means
the last day of school will be Wednesday, May 20th.

KHS Class of 2020 Graduation is Friday, May 8th @ 5:30 p.m. at JQH Arena.

2020 - 2021 calendar

Please remember we are here for you and your student. Don't hesitate to reach out to us at
any time.

Have a great week and #GoChiefs #OneTribe #WeTribeTogether


Dr. Bill Powers
Principal
Kickapoo High School