Hello, Kickapoo families,
We hope everyone enjoyed the long, cold weekend! We look forward to seeing everyone on Tuesday.
Reminder, with colder temperatures outside, that also means it will be colder inside many parts of the building. As always, wear layers, and be safe during the winter months in the parking lots and on the sidewalks!
* 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.
* Report Card Grades - Second quarter grades are finalized and are posted to eSchool via the login link above, click Grades, and then click Report Card by the end of this week.
* Progress Reports - The first Progress Report (IPR) of 3rd quarter will be available in Home Access Center on Friday, Jan. 24. Use the login information above, click Grades, and then click IPR. Make sure you are viewing the IPR for Jan. 24th.
* 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.
* 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 - Class of 2025 first parent meeting was held Tuesday, November 19th.If you were unable to attend and would like more information 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 Thank you!
* 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.
We will begin sharing information regarding how to complete a Selection of Study. This is a digital form we use for students to select classes for the next school year. The selection of studies was released electronically on Jan. 18th for current students.
Springfield Public Schools has a helpful guide to assist you and your child as you plan your learning for the new school year. The SPS High School Education Planning Guide can be found here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GtOzqlrvvEbQWkJNw2Q5lvZQrN5aS2LX/view. This guide explains graduation requirements, provides course descriptions and prerequisites, and outlines exciting programming available to help your child explore his or her passions.
Another helpful resource that you may find useful is our “Arrive at 25” https://drive.google.com/file/d/12ZhO5F0J-6eJJ4EMeyDpuzUIec8qSL05/view. This outlines what courses are required for graduation and how your student will earn a minimum of 25 credits to graduate from SPS.
Informational Video
2025-2026 Generic Scheduling Video https://drive.google.com/file/d/13trZN0ILX8DhqCsM--jrJrYx3HylECY2/view?usp=drive_link
Scheduling Presentation Dates with Students:
Thursday, January 23, 2025 - Kickapoo scheduling for current 9th - 11th graders
Parent Informational Meetings and Resources:
Scheduling information can be found on the KHS Counseling Website Jan. 18th
Selection of Studies Due Date:
Thursday, January 30, 2025 at Chief Time - Current 9th - 11th Grade Selection of Studies Due.
We are looking forward to supporting students and families throughout the next chapter. Please don’t hesitate to let us know if you have any questions.
Kickapoo High School Counselors
Mavie Busboom, A-Cr mjbusboom@spsmail.org
Lorrie Miller, Me-Sa lamiller@spsmail.org
* Junior Class Meeting will be held Friday, Jan. 24th during Chief Time in the PAC. Counselors will go over what to expect for Senior year and beyond.
You can call 417-523-8501 to schedule Parent/Teacher conferences for 2nd semester classes beginning Monday, Feb. 10 through - Thursday, Feb. 13, 8:30 am - 3:00 pm.
* SPS High School Attendance Requirement for Dances. In order to attend a SPS dance students must meet the following requirements:
90% overall attendance (school-sponsored activities do not count as absences) by a determined date prior to the dance set by the high school site administration. Kickapoo's next dance is Friday, Feb. 7. Students must have 90% or better attendance by end of day Friday, Jan. 31.
Must be in attendance the entire school day the day of the dance
Must not be serving ISS or OSS on the day of the dance
Major discipline infractions may result in non-admittance to the school dance
Pay ALL fines & fees in Financial office
* 2025 - 2026 School Calendar - Here is the calendar for next school year.
* 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, charge them each night, & bring them to school each day.
* 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!
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 #GoChiefs!
Dr. Bill Powers
Principal
Kickapoo High School
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