Hello Kickapoo families,
Happy Fall y'all. . .maybe?! We hope our students enjoy the long weekend and we can't wait to see everyone back on Wednesday, Nov. 4th.
Reminder that we DO have school on Monday, Nov. 23rd and Tuesday, Nov. 24th.
* NO School for Thanksgiving break is on Wednesday, Nov. 25th - Friday, Nov. 27th.
I will send these announcements via Canvas inbox and ParentSquare each weekend during the course of the school year. These announcements include several important items, but 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
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.
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.
* KHS 26 - 27 Bell Schedule (W = Wednesday)
* Wednesday Late Start - Once students arrive on campus they are NOT to leave school property. Any students leaving school are subject to school discipline.
* Student Parking Permits - IF someone parks in your spot – DO NOT park in another numbered spot, (that becomes a domino effect) but park in a visitor spot. Students will then report the issue by filling out the sheet in the attendance office (door 18). Students must have an SPS parking decal and KHS hang tag to park on campus.
* Wednesday Late Start - Once students arrive on campus they are NOT to leave school property. Any students leaving school are subject to school discipline.
* Student Parking Permits - IF someone parks in your spot – DO NOT park in another numbered spot, (that becomes a domino effect) but park in a visitor spot. Students will then report the issue by filling out the sheet in the attendance office (door 18). Students must have an SPS parking decal and KHS hang tag to park on campus.
* IF you have NOT purchased a permit you may NOT park on campus. We do have approximately 60 spots still available for purchase in the financial office.
NO decal? Park on Jefferson Avenue in front of the baseball/practice field.
NO Decal? Do NOT park in STAFF, VISITOR, or HANDICAPPED SPOTS at KHS.
NO decal? Do NOT park at Gillenwater tennis courts, Birch Pointe across the street OR any of our local businesses. You may be fined or towed.
* Counseling Corner - Check this link for all things from the Counselors.
* District Calendar 2026 - 2027 - The last day of school is May 27, 2027.
* District Calendar 2026 - 2027 - The last day of school is May 27, 2027.
* District Scholarship Bulletin - Seniors check for scholarship opportunities at the link.
* ALL THINGS SENIORS (CLASS OF 2027) - Can be found on our website at this link. Then click on the KHS Senior Information graphic.
* Class of 2027 Kickapoo Graduation will be Saturday, May 15, 2027 at 7 p.m. at Great Southern Bank Arena
* Seniors will receive information from Josten's about Caps & Gowns on Thursday, Nov. 5th during Chief Time. If they are absent they should go to the counseling center to pick up a packet.
* Senior Yard Signs available now for pre-order Order now until Dec. 1 and receive by Dec. 15.
Orders submitted between Dec. 1 - March 1 will be available by March 15
Orders submitted between Dec. 1 - March 1 will be available by March 15
https://www.promoplace.com/khs-seniors
Basic Senior Sign $25
Personalized Senior Sign $50
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Basic Senior Sign $25
Personalized Senior Sign $50
* Veterans Day Assembly will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 10th
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* Grades - The most current grades can be viewed in Home Access Center at this link where you will login. Then follow this path - Click the Classes button at the top of the screen. Then click the Classwork tab for the current grades.
* FREE Tutoring - Is held in our library each day we are in session from 3:25 - 4:25 p.m. It is open to all Kickapoo students and all subjects.
* SPS High School Final Exam Exemption Requirements. Students are eligible for finals exemption by meeting the following criteria:
90% overall attendance (school-sponsored activities do not count as absences) per semester.
Received no ISS or OSS for the semester.
Passing the class with an 90% or greater prior to the final exam.
Exempt students may take the final to improve their grade in a class; in this case, the final grade cannot hurt the student’s overall grade.
Required to attend class during the final exam block and complete optional enrichment tasks provided.
Students enrolled in Dual credit, AP, and Launch virtual classes are not eligible for final exemptions.
90% overall attendance (school-sponsored activities do not count as absences) per semester.
Received no ISS or OSS for the semester.
Passing the class with an 90% or greater prior to the final exam.
Exempt students may take the final to improve their grade in a class; in this case, the final grade cannot hurt the student’s overall grade.
Required to attend class during the final exam block and complete optional enrichment tasks provided.
Students enrolled in Dual credit, AP, and Launch virtual classes are not eligible for final exemptions.
* Final Exams are held on Friday, Dec. 18th. We do NOT allow early finals. Questions - please contact Mrs. Helfrecht (Assistant Principal).
* How to Purchase School Pictures
* Student Attendance - Make sure your students are on time and in school every day. Students who are present have higher grades and grade point averages than students who are absent.
* Yearbooks are on sale now for $55 at https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1059682/Kickapoo-High-School/
* Spear-It Store is NOW open during 3rd block lunches. Students may visit the store during their lunch period. Anyone can order online here:
* Reminders:
If you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out to me. I will respond as soon as possible.
Thank you again for your patience, grace, and flexibility.
Take care and as always Go Chiefs!
Dr. Bill Powers
Principal
Kickapoo High School
- 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 or DRINK DELIVERIES FROM OUTSIDE VENDORS. Thank you!
- Dress code - Follow all dress code expectations. Cover ALL B's!
If you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out to me. I will respond as soon as possible.
Thank you again for your patience, grace, and flexibility.
Take care and as always Go Chiefs!
Dr. Bill Powers
Principal
Kickapoo High School
