Kickapoo announcements Sept. 20 - 24, 2021

Hello Kickapoo families!

As we enter the mid-point of the first quarter please continue to remain engaged and in attendance each day. Thank you for your commitment to attendance and academics!

Our doors open at 7 a.m. and 1st block starts at 7:30 a.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday.

Classes begin at 8 a.m. on Wednesday's. Busses will run on their normal schedule. However, students who are dropped off or drive do not need to arrive that early. Again, classes begin at 8 a.m. on Wednesday's.

Breakfast is FREE for all students and should be taken to 1st block to eat before school. Lunch is also FREE for all students.

I will send these announcements via email and Canvas each weekend. 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

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. . . .

* Progress reports - Grades for the 1st progress report were posted on Friday, Sept. 10th. You can access grades via eSchool Home Access via our website kickapoochiefs.org and find eSchool Home Access under Quick Links on the right side of the page. Teachers should be updating 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.

* Students with 2 or more F's in core classes will be assigned to IPLT (Intensive Personalized Learning Time) beginning Monday, Sept. 13th and lasts until the next progress report. This intervention is set up to help students succeed during school hours. 

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 be sent out on Tuesday evenings.

* Student Parking Permits - We do have approximately 50 spots remaining. See financial office to purchase for $35 for the year.

IF someone parks in your spot please park in visitor and report to the attendance office. Do NOT park in someone else's spot. 

Do NOT park in local business parking or at Gillenwaters. Thank you.

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

* September Scholarship Bulletin

* Senior (2022) Meeting information for students and parents 

* College & Career Fair - Oct 5, 2021 at Parkview High School from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Representatives from approximately 100 colleges and universities, trade and technical schools, the military and financial aid organizations will be present to assist students and families.

* 2021-2022 School Calendar: The calendar was approved by the SPS Board of Education with the first day of school to be Aug. 23, 2021 and the last day to be May 27, 2022.

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

* Kickapoo Handbook <-- click link.

* Senior Ads/Tribute - See Order form for all the details.

* Senior Headshot - Requirements – a black and white photo no bigger than a wallet size (2.5 x 3.5) with a plain or solid background.

Bring your photo to room 201 no later than October 21st! There will be a box outside the classroom, please drop it in there and do NOT interrupt the class.

You are more than welcome to  use your school photo as well to save yourself some hassle.

These are due October 21st. NO EXCEPTIONS!

Senior quotes will be due October 21st as well. This MUST be appropriate for school and we will have to omit your quote if it does not follow school guidelines. 

For all online Seniors – please bring your photos to the main office or email them to us kickapooyearbook@gmail.com with a subject “Senior Headshot-student first name, last name”.

Please contact us at kickapooyearbook@gmail.com with any questions or concerns and please label the subject “Senior Headshot-student first and last name”

Seniors may utilize picture day for a free headshot.

*Yearbooks are for sale now at jostens.com for $45. Price will go up soon. Purchase now at the reduced cost! We do NOT purchase extras so you must pre-order. We prefer you to buy online but we will accept cash or check in room 201. 

* FREE TUTORING - This free tutoring is offered after school from 2:45 - 3:45 in the Kickapoo library with KHS teachers from the math, science, English, and special education department available. 

* Student Blood drive Thursday - Students 16 and up may donate with parent signature. Your donation could save up to 3 lives. Sign up during lunch. This video shares my families story of how a donor helped save our sons life.   https://youtu.be/u5flFQoSwK0

* FREE FLU Shots - Kickapoo clinic will be on Monday, Oct. 11th. Click link below for consent forms. Please turn in to nurses prior to the day of clinic. Springfield Public Schools, with support from Jordan Valley Community Health Center, CoxHealth, Mercy, and the Springfield-Greene County Health Department, is offering seasonal flu vaccine to any student free of charge, as supply allows. Flu vaccine clinics will be held at each school site.  For more details about season flu vaccine, including clinic dates and how to obtain the required consent form, click on the button below. Flu Vaccine Clinic * 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.
• 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.
• All students must report directly to first block when they arrive before school. 
• 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.
• Face masks must be worn at all times and may not contain inappropriate images, messages, etc.
• Students should take home Chromebooks every day.
• Deliveries to school - Parents/guardians may deliver food and other 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.
• Visitors and Volunteers are limited to only those providing educational supports.
• ID badges and dress code - ALL students must have an ID every day. Follow all dress code expectations.
• ALL students will receive a NEW ID & Lanyard on the first day of school. IF they do not please have your student request one from a teacher.

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. I will respond as soon as possible.

Thank you again for your patience, grace, and flexibility during this time. 

Take care and #GoChiefs!

Dr. Bill Powers

Principal

Kickapoo High School