Sunday, March 27, 2022

Kickapoo announcements March 28 - April 1, 2022

Hello Kickapoo families,

Welcome to week two of 4th quarter!

Seniors are down to seven weeks remaining. Stay focused and finish your high school career on a positive note.

Reminder, these announcements include several important items. However, they are not all inclusive. Please remember to check our social media AND website for the most up to date information about clubs, athletics, activities, and other important announcements.

Stay connected with Kickapoo in the following ways:

Facebook - Kickapoo High School

Twitter - @KickapooChiefs

Instagram - @KickapooHighSchool

Website - kickapoochiefs.org

You can find our Daily Announcements on our website and linked HERE. Please check these frequently as they are updated daily with club info, meeting dates, upcoming events, etc. . . .

* 3rd Quarter Report Cards - The last day of third quarter was Thursday, March 10th. Report cards are not yet live in Home Access Center. We hope to have them up by mid week. Thank you.

Remember you can access grades any time via eSchool Home Access from our website kickapoochiefs.org and find eSchool Home Access under Quick Links on the right side of the page. Teachers should be updating student grades in eSchool on a weekly basis.

* Reminder students earn credits to graduate every 9 weeks. Questions about grades or credits? Please contact your students teachers and/or counselor.

We also offer FREE tutoring with KHS teachers after school M - F until 3:45 p.m. in the library. Just show up ready to learn. 

* My robo calls to families of students with a D or F will begin around the 3rd week of 4th quarter and continue each Tuesday for the rest of the quarter. Questions about grades? Check eSchool (directions above) and check with teachers. Thank you.

Counseling Corner - Check this link for all things from the Counselors. 

March District wide Scholarship Bulletin

* March News You Can Use - Info from the counselors. 

* Senior (2022) Meeting information for students and parents 

* KHS Seniors Are Going Places! - We have a Seniors are Going Places Wall outside the counseling center that we use to display what decisions Seniors have made for future plans.

If you have decided please email a picture (senior picture or head shot) and a description of where you are going ex: University of Missouri, Army, OTC, Work at.....
You can email amoran@spsmail.org

* Project Graduation meeting - Senior parents – if you are interested in helping with Project Graduation please plan to attend the next meetings.

April 11 – 6:15 p.m. Library classroom

* Senior Cap & Gown delivery - Caps & Gowns will be available for pick up during lunches on Monday, April 11th for those who ordered in advance. Absent that day? Pick up from the main office after April 11th. 

Haven't ordered your Cap & Gown yet? See you counselor ASAP.

* Senior Meeting - April 21st during PLT time (end of 2nd block) to go over important information for the final weeks of school.

* Important Dates for Seniors - Class of 2022:

April 11th - Cap and Gown Delivery during lunch
April 21st - Valedictorian Breakfast 7:30 am First Watch.
Senior Meeting During PLT.
Commencement Speaker Try Outs after school (2:30 p.m.)
Rose Banquet for Valedictorians at Evangel 6 pm.
April 25th - 29th Senior Prom Tickets on Sale during lunch.
April 29th - Senior Prom 9 - 11:30 pm at Oasis Convention Center.

May 9th - 12th - Project Graduation Ticket Sales during lunch. Cost is $5 and includes a t-shirt and opportunity to win prizes (TVs, a variety of gift cards, and many other items)!

May 11th - Senior Recognition/Memories Assembly 8:15 am at KHS.

May 12th - Last day of class for Seniors.
May 13th - Graduation Practice 9 am KHS Gym.

May 13th - Project Graduation Tickets Sales at Graduation Practice.
May 13th - Graduation at JQH 4:30 pm. Seniors should arrive and enter Hammons Student Center no later than 3:30 p.m. 

May 13th - Project Graduation will be held at Foster Rec Plex at Missouri State. Bus leaves Kickapoo HS parking lot at 10:30 p.m. and returns to KHS at 4 a.m.

2021-2022 School Calendar: The last day of class is tentatively scheduled to be Friday, May 27, 2022. Subject to change due to inclement weather.

Kickapoo Handbook 

*Fees & Fines - must be paid prior to purchasing Senior Prom tickets. Fees may be paid with Mrs. Miller in the Financial office or via My School Bucks. 

To check your fees you must go to MySchoolBucks.com or HERE for more information.

* Dances - Students MUST BE IN ATTENDANCE ALL day the day of the dance in order to attend Senior prom on Friday, April 29th.

* Tryout Season - Please check our website and the daily announcements regarding tryouts for the 22 - 23 school year.

* Explore registration - Explore (summer school) registration for high school students began on Monday, March 7th. An electronic version of the High School Summer Catalog can be found here.

* Free ACT exam for current JUNIORS - Will be held at Kickapoo on Tuesday, April 26th. 

Check in begins at 7:30 a.m. and testing starts at 8 a.m.

Students MUST have a picture ID (Driver's license OR Kickapoo ID badge) to test.

Bring your CHARGED Chromebook to test.

Phones must be turned off and left in backback/put away.

Bring your own CALCULATOR.

April 19th - ACT Bootcamp at Kickapoo from 8 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. to pre-register all juniors and to go over test taking tips/tricks in math, science, reading, and English. BRING your CHARGED Chromebook with you.

Questions? Contact Mrs. Riemenschneider at KHS.

* 2022 - 2023 SPS School Calendar
* Chromebook repair process - We have created a form for students to request a Chromebook so they can get theirs repaired. It is located in the Tribe Talk course in Canvas.
Please direct students to the link and have them complete the form. We will contact the students to come to the library to pick up or exchange their Chromebook. If they are unable to complete the form, please have a classmate or teacher complete the form for the student.
Let us know if you have any questions.

* Chromebooks - Students should bring a charged Chromebook to school each day. We are limited on the number of loaners we have and first priority goes to students needing repairs. Thank you.

* CANVAS HELP - Need help accessing and checking online learning with your student??? Click here for a list of resources from SPS. You can also click here for a guide for “how-to” items for parents. Please be sure to reach out with questions as we navigate online learning.

JOIN PTSA Today - Membership Form for individuals and business members.

* The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) - SPS is joining with LLS to raise funds this spring. From now through April 15th please consider donating at this link: https://pages.lls.org/ltn/gat/StLouis21/kickapoohighschool
Kickapoo's site goal is $500.

Thank you!

* Reminders:

  • Any students needing WiFi can request a Kajeet hotspot through our library. These are FREE!
  • Kickapoo will open our doors at 7 a.m. and first block begins at 7:30 a.m. every day Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday. 
  • Wednesday is late start for students so staff may participate in professional learning. Classes begin at 8 a.m. ALL BUSSES WILL RUN AT NORMAL TIMES.
  • Classes end at 2:30 p.m. every day.
  • All students should leave school/campus by 3 p.m. unless directly supervised by a teacher, coach, or sponsor.
  • Deliveries to school - Parents/guardians may deliver food and other school related items to school. We ask that you label and leave them on the table. Due to limited travel students may not be able to come immediately to pick them up. Please communicate with your student to let them know items have been dropped off for them. 
  • NO food deliveries from outside vendors. Thank you for helping to limit the exposures our secretaries and staff encounter.
  • ID badges - ALL students must have an ID every day. 
  • New students can go to 182 to receive an ID. 
  • Lost your ID? Go to 182 or ask your teacher to order you one.
  • Dress Code - Cover up and follow all dress code expectations.
  • Breakfast & Lunch are FREE for all students.
Again, the items I have listed above are NOT all inclusive. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out to me at wtpowers@spsmail.org or 523-8510 and I will respond as soon as possible.

Take care and as always Go Chiefs!

Dr. Bill Powers

Principal

Kickapoo High School   

Sunday, March 20, 2022

Kickapoo announcements March 21 - 25, 2022

Hello Kickapoo families,

Welcome to 4th quarter! Hold on tight as it will be fast and furious, especially for our Seniors as they have just 38 school days remaining!

Reminder, these announcements include several important items. However, they are not all inclusive. Please remember to check our social media AND website for the most up to date information about clubs, athletics, activities, and other important announcements.

Stay connected with Kickapoo in the following ways:

Facebook - Kickapoo High School

Twitter - @KickapooChiefs

Instagram - @KickapooHighSchool

Website - kickapoochiefs.org

You can find our Daily Announcements on our website and linked HERE. Please check these frequently as they are updated daily with club info, meeting dates, upcoming events, etc. . . .

* Report Cards - The last day of third quarter was Thursday, March 10th. Grade cards will not be posted until the end of this week or beginning of next week. We will notify you in this newsletter when they can be viewed.

You can access grades any time via eSchool Home Access from our website kickapoochiefs.org and find eSchool Home Access under Quick Links on the right side of the page. Teachers should be updating student grades in eSchool on a weekly basis.

* Reminder students earn credits to graduate every 9 weeks. Questions about grades or credits please contact your students teachers and/or counselor.

We also offer FREE tutoring with KHS teachers after school M - F until 3:45 p.m. in the library. Just show up ready to learn. 

* My robo calls to families of students with a D or F will begin around the 3rd week of 4th quarter and continue each Tuesday for the rest of the quarter. Questions about grades? Check eSchool (directions above) and check with teachers. Thank you.

Counseling Corner - Check this link for all things from the Counselors. 

March District wide Scholarship Bulletin

* March News You Can Use - Info from the counselors. 

* Senior (2022) Meeting information for students and parents 

* KHS Seniors Are Going Places! - We have a Seniors are Going Places Wall outside the counseling center that we use to display what decisions Seniors have made for future plans.

If you have decided please email a picture (senior picture or head shot) and a description of where you are going ex: University of Missouri, Army, OTC, Work at.....
You can email amoran@spsmail.org

* Project Graduation meeting - Senior parents – if you are interested in helping with Project Graduation please plan to attend the next meetings.

March 21 – 6:15 p.m. Library classroom

April 11 – 6:15 p.m. Library classroom

* Senior Cap & Gown delivery - Caps & Gowns will be available for pick up during lunches on Monday, April 11th for those who ordered in advance. Absent that day? Pick up from the main office. 

Haven't ordered your Cap & Gown yet? See you counselor ASAP.

* Senior Meeting - April 21st during PLT time (end of 2nd block) to go over important information for the final weeks of school.

* 4th quarter begins Monday, March 21st.

2021-2022 School Calendar: The last day of class is tentatively scheduled to be Friday, May 27, 2022. Subject to change due to inclement weather.

* Class of 2022 Graduation will be Friday, May 13, 2022 at 4:30 p.m. at JQH Arena.

Kickapoo Handbook 

* Leadership Springfield Academy Class - The applications for the Leadership Academy Class 33 have officially launched! Participation is now open to all sophomores and juniors to apply to be in this program during their junior or senior year.

The applications are to be completed online no later than 11:59 p.m. on Monday, March 28. You may find a link to the applications here: https://leadershipspringfield.org/forms/leadership-academy-class-33-application/.

Please encourage students to apply for this amazing opportunity. If they have questions they can contact Dr. Powers or Mr. Billy. Thank you!

*Fees & Fines - must be paid prior to purchasing dance tickets. This includes Courtwarming for March 25 and Senior Prom on April 29. Fees may be paid with Mrs. Miller in the Financial office or via My School Bucks. 

To check your fees you must go to MySchoolBucks.com or HERE for more information.

* Dances - Students MUST BE IN ATTENDANCE ALL day the day of the dance in order to attend Courtwarming on Friday, March 25th or prom on Friday, April 29th.

Tickets for the dance are on sale Monday - Friday this week. Cost is $10 on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. Cost is $15 on Thursday and Friday.

* Tryout Season - Please check our website and the daily announcements regarding tryouts for the 22 - 23 school year.

* Explore registration - Explore (summer school) registration for high school students began on Monday, March 7th. An electronic version of the High School Summer Catalog can be found here.

* Nominate our Librarians - The Foundation for SPS is taking nominations for our annual Linda Luke Librarian of the Year!

This award will recognize an outstanding librarian or a librarian team that has:

  • Initiative to orchestrate an innovative project at the building level
  • Support for the teaching and learning process by providing a library climate that encourages students and teachers to maximize available resources and technology
  • An attitude that emanates caring and concern
  • A deep commitment to his/her work

Visit the link below to nominate today, and please share with your school staff and school community!  Anyone can make a nomination! Deadline is March 21st.

https://www.supportsps.org/linda-luke-librarian-year-award/

*Yearbooks are for sale at jostens.com for $55. Deadline to order is at midnight Monday, March 21st. 

We do NOT purchase extras so you must pre-order. We prefer you to buy online at jostens.com (search Kickapoo High School) but we will accept cash or check in room 201. 

* 2022 - 2023 SPS School Calendar
* Chromebook repair process - We have created a form for students to request a Chromebook so they can get theirs repaired. It is located in the Tribe Talk course in Canvas.
Please direct students to the link and have them complete the form. We will contact the students to come to the library to pick up or exchange their Chromebook. If they are unable to complete the form, please have a classmate or teacher complete the form for the student.
Let us know if you have any questions.

* Chromebooks - Students should bring a charged Chromebook to school each day. We are limited on the number of loaners we have and first priority goes to students needing repairs. Thank you.

* CANVAS HELP - Need help accessing and checking online learning with your student??? Click here for a list of resources from SPS. You can also click here for a guide for “how-to” items for parents. Please be sure to reach out with questions as we navigate online learning.

JOIN PTSA Today - Membership Form for individuals and business members.

* The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) - SPS is joining with LLS to raise funds this spring. From now through April 15th please consider donating at this link: https://pages.lls.org/ltn/gat/StLouis21/kickapoohighschool
Kickapoo's site goal is $500.

Thank you!

* Reminders:

  • Any students needing WiFi can request a Kajeet hotspot through our library. These are FREE!
  • Kickapoo will open our doors at 7 a.m. and first block begins at 7:30 a.m. every day Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday. 
  • Wednesday is late start for students so staff may participate in professional learning. Classes begin at 8 a.m. ALL BUSSES WILL RUN AT NORMAL TIMES.
  • Classes end at 2:30 p.m. every day.
  • All students should leave school/campus by 3 p.m. unless directly supervised by a teacher, coach, or sponsor.
  • Deliveries to school - Parents/guardians may deliver food and other school related items to school. We ask that you label and leave them on the table. Due to limited travel students may not be able to come immediately to pick them up. Please communicate with your student to let them know items have been dropped off for them. 
  • NO food deliveries from outside vendors. Thank you for helping to limit the exposures our secretaries and staff encounter.
  • ID badges - ALL students must have an ID every day. 
  • New students can go to 182 to receive an ID. 
  • Lost your ID? Go to 182 or ask your teacher to order you one.
  • Dress Code - Cover up and follow all dress code expectations.
  • Breakfast & Lunch are FREE for all students.
Again, the items I have listed above are NOT all inclusive. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out to me at wtpowers@spsmail.org or 523-8510 and I will respond as soon as possible.

Take care and #GoChiefs!

Dr. Bill Powers

Principal

Kickapoo High School   

Saturday, March 5, 2022

Kickapoo announcements March 7 - 11, 2022

Hello Kickapoo families,

The final week of 3rd quarter has arrived! Please note we have 4 school days remaining in 3rd quarter as March 10th is the final day for students.

With Spring Break starting next weekend I will not publish announcements until the weekend of March 19-20. Thank you. 

Reminder, these announcements include several important items. However, they are not all inclusive. Please remember to check our social media AND website for the most up to date information about clubs, athletics, activities, and other important announcements.

Stay connected with Kickapoo in the following ways:

Facebook - Kickapoo High School

Twitter - @KickapooChiefs

Instagram - @KickapooHighSchool

Website - kickapoochiefs.org

You can find our Daily Announcements on our website and linked HERE. Please check these frequently as they are updated daily with club info, meeting dates, upcoming events, etc. . . .

* Report Cards - The last day of third quarter is Thursday, March 10th. Grade cards will not be posted until the week after spring break. We will notify you when they can be viewed.

You can access grades any time via eSchool Home Access from our website kickapoochiefs.org and find eSchool Home Access under Quick Links on the right side of the page. Teachers should be updating student grades in eSchool on a weekly basis.

* Reminder students earn credits to graduate every 9 weeks. Questions about grades or credits please contact your students teachers and/or counselor.

We also offer FREE tutoring with KHS teachers after school M - F until 3:45 p.m. in the library. Just show up ready to learn. 

* My robo calls to families of students with a D or F started on Tuesday, Feb. 1st and will continue each Tuesday for the quarter. Questions about grades? Check eSchool (directions above) and check with teachers. Thank you.

Counseling Corner - Check this link for all things from the Counselors. 

March KHS Scholarship Bulletin - Deadlines are Thursday, March 10th. Don't miss out!

March District wide Scholarship Bulletin

* March News You Can Use - Info from the counselors. 

* Senior (2022) Meeting information for students and parents 

* KHS Seniors Are Going Places! - We have a Seniors are Going Places Wall outside the counseling center that we use to display what decisions Seniors have made for future plans.

If you have decided please email a picture (senior picture or head shot) and a description of where you are going ex: University of Missouri, Army, OTC, Work at.....
You can email amoran@spsmail.org

* Project Graduation meeting - Senior parents – if you are interested in helping with Project Graduation please plan to attend the next meetings.

March 21 – 6:15 p.m. Library classroom

April 11 – 6:15 p.m. Library classroom

* No School for Spring Break - Friday, March 11 - Sunday, March 20.

* 4th quarter begins Monday, March 21st.

2021-2022 School Calendar: The last day of class is tentatively scheduled to be Friday, May 27, 2022. Subject to change due to inclement weather.

* Class of 2022 Graduation will be Friday, May 13, 2022 at 4:30 p.m. at JQH Arena.

Kickapoo Handbook 

* Leadership Springfield Academy Class - The applications for the Leadership Academy Class 33 have officially launched! Participation is now open to all sophomores and juniors to apply to be in this program during their junior or senior year.

The applications are to be completed online no later than 11:59 p.m. on Monday, March 28. You may find a link to the applications here: https://leadershipspringfield.org/forms/leadership-academy-class-33-application/.

Please encourage students to apply for this amazing opportunity. If they have questions they can contact Dr. Powers or Mr. Billy. Thank you!

*Fees & Fines - must be paid prior to purchasing dance tickets. This includes Courtwarming for March 25 and Senior Prom on April 29. Fees may be paid with Mrs. Miller in the Financial office or via My School Bucks. 

To check your fees you must go to MySchoolBucks.com or HERE for more information.

* Dances - Students MUST BE IN ATTENDANCE ALL day the day of the dance in order to attend Courtwarming on Friday, March 25th or prom on Friday, April 29th.

* Tryout Season - Please check our website and the daily announcements regarding tryouts for the 22 - 23 school year.

* Explore registration - Explore (summer school) registration for high school students begins on Monday, March 7th. An electronic version of the High School Summer Catalog can be found here.

* Nominate our Librarians - The Foundation for SPS is taking nominations for our annual Linda Luke Librarian of the Year!

This award will recognize an outstanding librarian or a librarian team that has:

  • Initiative to orchestrate an innovative project at the building level
  • Support for the teaching and learning process by providing a library climate that encourages students and teachers to maximize available resources and technology
  • An attitude that emanates caring and concern
  • A deep commitment to his/her work

Visit the link below to nominate today, and please share with your school staff and school community!  Anyone can make a nomination! Deadline is March 21st.

https://www.supportsps.org/linda-luke-librarian-year-award/

* SPS University - March 29th at Kickapoo High School 

What's SPS University?

An event designed to connect you with resources

and information to help support your child.

·    Workshops on accessing student grades/assignments, college & career readiness and financial literacy

·    Breakout sessions on how to promote social and emotional well-being in students of any age

·    Tips on preparing your child for kindergarten

·    resource fair to connect you with community partners offering programs that benefit your family

·    free meal

·    Free childcare for ages 4 to 8

·    COVID vaccines/boosters available

Reserve your spot today.

Registration Closes Friday, March 11, 4:30 p.m.

*Yearbooks are for sale now at jostens.com for $55. Deadline to order is at midnight Monday, March 21st. We do NOT purchase extras so you must pre-order. We prefer you to buy online at jostens.com (search Kickapoo High School) but we will accept cash or check in room 201. 

* 2022 - 2023 SPS School Calendar
* Chromebook repair process - We have created a form for students to request a Chromebook so they can get theirs repaired. It is located in the Tribe Talk course in Canvas.
Please direct students to the link and have them complete the form. We will contact the students to come to the library to pick up or exchange their Chromebook. If they are unable to complete the form, please have a classmate or teacher complete the form for the student.
Let us know if you have any questions.

* Chromebooks - Students should bring a charged Chromebook to school each day. We are limited on the number of loaners we have and first priority goes to students needing repairs. Thank you.

* CANVAS HELP - Need help accessing and checking online learning with your student??? Click here for a list of resources from SPS. You can also click here for a guide for “how-to” items for parents. Please be sure to reach out with questions as we navigate online learning.

JOIN PTSA Today - Membership Form for individuals and business members.

* Reminders:

  • Any students needing WiFi can request a Kajeet hotspot through our library. These are FREE!
  • Kickapoo will open our doors at 7 a.m. and first block begins at 7:30 a.m. every day Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday. 
  • Wednesday is late start for students so staff may participate in professional learning. Classes begin at 8 a.m. ALL BUSSES WILL RUN AT NORMAL TIMES.
  • Classes end at 2:30 p.m. every day.
  • All students should leave school/campus by 3 p.m. unless directly supervised by a teacher, coach, or sponsor.
  • Deliveries to school - Parents/guardians may deliver food and other school related items to school. We ask that you label and leave them on the table. Due to limited travel students may not be able to come immediately to pick them up. Please communicate with your student to let them know items have been dropped off for them. 
  • NO food deliveries from outside vendors. Thank you for helping to limit the exposures our secretaries and staff encounter.
  • ID badges - ALL students must have an ID every day. 
  • New students can go to 182 to receive an ID. 
  • Lost your ID? Go to 182 or ask your teacher to order you one.
  • Dress Code - Cover up and follow all dress code expectations.
  • Breakfast & Lunch are FREE for all students.
Again, the items I have listed above are NOT all inclusive. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out to me at wtpowers@spsmail.org or 523-8510 and I will respond as soon as possible.

Take care and #GoChiefs!

Dr. Bill Powers

Principal

Kickapoo High School