Hello, Kickapoo families,
We hope everyone had a great weekend with family and friends. We wish everyone an amazing week ahead and Thanksgiving Break. My next newsletter will be sent on either Nov. 30 or Dec. 1.
* Announcements - I send these announcements via Connect 5 text & email and Canvas inbox each weekend during the course of the school year. 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, and other important announcements.
* Stay connected with Kickapoo in the following ways:
Facebook - Kickapoo High School
X - @KickapooChiefs
Instagram - @KickapooHighSchool
Website - kickapoochiefs.org
Daily Announcements are on our website and linked HERE. Please check these frequently as they are updated daily.
* Student Grades - eSchool Home Access Center is the official gradebook. You can login here to check student grades. After logging in click Classes to see the most up to date grades entered during the quarter.
* D & F Phone Calls - I make phone calls home for students with a D and/or F in any of their classes each Tuesday after school. These phone calls began again on Tuesday, Nov. 12th and will continue each Tuesday through the end of the first semester. These grades come from a report ran at 6:30 a.m. each Tuesday morning.
If you have questions or concerns please contact your students teachers or counselor. Thank you!
* FREE Tutoring available every day after school in the Kickapoo library from 3:25 - 4:25. Students will check in and must stay the full time unless a parent or guardian signs them out.
* Wednesday Late Start - Once students arrive on Kickapoo's campus they are required to remain. Students who leave campus are subject to school discipline.
* Counseling Corner - Check this link for all things from the Counselors.
* 2024-2025 School Calendar: The last day of school is Friday, May 23, 2025.
* Class of 2025 Kickapoo Graduation will be Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 7 p.m. at Great Southern Bank Arena
* Senior Send Off (formerly Project Graduation) - Senior Send Off Class of 2025 first parent meeting will be held Tuesday, November 19th from 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. in the KHS library.We will discuss what the day will look like, what volunteers may be needed, the schedule of events, etc. Please join us and bring friends. For more information, if you are unable to attend this first meeting, watch Dr. Powers' weekly newsletter and/or contact Dr. Cheryl Hall, assistant principal, at clhall@spsmail.org
* Senior Send Off Amazon wish list - The Senior Send Off Amazon wish list for donations to the Senior Send Off prize giveaways is ready. https://a.co/6ht3i56
Please be on the lookout for any Black Friday gifts that you might consider donating to the Senior Send Off prize raffles. Thank you!
* Senior YARD SIGN Fundraisers are back! They are being sold through our new senior store KHS Senior Store: Yard Signs & Swag Senior Store 2025 Yard Signs & Swag opened on Friday, Nov. 15 and close on Dec. 6.
You will have the option of a "generic KHS senior" sign and/or a customized one with "What's Next" and a picture of your senior. See store link above for examples.
This is a fundraiser, and any proceeds raised over the cost of the signs will go to support Senior Send Off 2025. The portal will be open now through Dec. 6th.
* Scholarship Bulletin - Seniors review this list for a list of scholarship opportunities!
* College & Career FAQ's - This is a great resource for all high school students and families.
* College Prep Guide - Made for students, organized for parents, embark on your college preparation journey with SPS!Use this tool to help you navigate through key dates, valuable advice and essential resources to ensure you’re ready to walk through the door into higher education.
Biology - Thursday, Dec. 5th
Government - Thursday, Dec. 5th
English II - Thursday, Dec. 12th & Friday, Dec. 13th
Algebra I - Thursday, Dec. 12th & Friday, Dec. 13th
Algebra II (select students) - Thursday, Dec. 12th & Friday, Dec.13th
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| * NO School for students Nov. 23 - Dec. 1. Students return on Monday, Dec. 2. * 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. * Student Attendance for Week 13 - Our yearly goal is 95%.  |
* Reminders:
- Any students needing WiFi can request a Kajeet hotspot through our library.
- Kickapoo will open our doors at 7:40 a.m. and first block begins at 8:10 a.m. every day Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday.
- Wednesday is late start for students so staff may participate in professional learning. Classes begin at 8:40 a.m. ALL BUSSES WILL RUN AT NORMAL TIMES.
- Classes end at 3:10 p.m. every day.
- All students should leave school/campus by 3:45 p.m. unless directly supervised by a teacher, coach, or sponsor.
- Students should take home Chromebooks every day and charge them each night.
- Deliveries to school - Parents/guardians may deliver food and other items to school. We ask that you label and leave them on the table. Please communicate with your student to let them know items have been dropped off for them as we do not contact them.
- NO FOOD, DRINK, or other DELIVERIES FROM OUTSIDE VENDORS. Thank you!
- ID badges and dress code - ALL students must have an ID every day. Follow all dress code expectations. Cover ALL B's!
Principal
Kickapoo High School
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