KPMS Newsletter
King Philip Middle School
September 18, 2022
This Week at a Glance
Announcements & Reminders
Early Release Day - September 21
On Wednesday, September 21, we will have our first early release day for the school year. Teachers will participate in a half-day of professional development. Dismissal for students will be at 11:00 AM.
Please be reminded that on early release days, students must ride their assigned bus home.
Grade 8 Open House/Back to School Night - This Week!
Our Grade 8 Open House/Back to School Night is on Thursday, September 22. We will begin the evening at 6:00 PM with a short presentation in the auditorium. The presentation will be followed by parent/guardian visits to classrooms. For the evening, we will be following a "Day 1" schedule. We hope to see you there!
Schedule for Open House/Back to School Night
6:00 - 6:15 Welcome (Auditorium)
6:20 - 6:30 Period 1
6:33 - 6:43 Period 2
6:46 - 6:56 Period 3
6:59 - 7:09 Period 4
7:12 - 7:22 Period 5
7:25 - 7:35 Period 6
7:38 - 7:48 Period 7
Please be aware that that the Unified Arts classes: Health, STEM 8, and Speech & Writing will meet in the cafeteria.
Want to be a part of something special?
KPMS Cross Country Intramurals
There will be an informational meeting for those wanting to participate in Cross Country Intramurals on Tuesday, September 20 after school in the large gym. Students will need a ride home at 2:45.
Link to XC Google Classroom: https://meet.google.com/znb-fkkz-ase
Link to informational slides: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1cE4VvJtdT2_O_SZSgEeeWXubo-xw27UQCaIjEJukOB8/edit?usp=sharing
Picture Day Make-ups
Students who missed picture day in September will have the opportunity to get their picture taken on Friday, October 28.
School Attendance Reminder
A parent or guardian must contact the main office before 8:20 AM if their child will be absent from school. Absences can be reported by phone at (508) 541-7324 or by email at MSAttendance@kingphilip.org.
Please make sure to indicate the reason for your child's absence when you are leaving a message. If your child will be out for a medical appointment, please provide a doctor's note for our records. Additionally, please let us know if your child will be late or dismissed early. Thank you!
Late Buses Start this Week!
- Late buses will operate for the High School and Middle School on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, beginning Tuesday, September 20th.
- There will be three (3) late buses, one of which will shuttle students from the Middle School to the High School at approximately 3:15 PM.
- The three buses will then depart from the High School at approximately 3:30 PM. Each bus will have a specific route with centrally-located stops.
- Needing to cover nearly 48 square miles across the three member towns, the late buses will not provide door-to-door drop-off service.
Please contact Larry Azer, Director of Finance & Operations, with any questions about student transportation: AZERL@KINGPHILIP.ORG
From Food Services
School Lunch
Main Lunch:
Monday, September 19: Buffalo Mac & Cheese; Honey BBQ Rib Sandwich; Baked Beans, Green Beans; Chicken Caesar Salad or Wrap
Tuesday, September 20: Rotini w/Meat Sauce or Marinara Sauce, French Bread; Crispy Chicken Patty; Garden Salad; Caesar or Chicken Caesar Salad or Wrap
Wednesday, September 21: No Lunch Served, Early Release
Thursday, September 22: BBQ Pulled Pork Nachos, Pepperjack Cheeseburger, Rice, Corn, Antipasto Salad; Italian Grinder Wrap; Cookie Crunch Yogurt Parfait
Friday, September 23: School Baked Pizza: Cheese, Veggie, Bacon, BBQ Pork; Fish Sticks & Fries, Coleslaw, Salads & Wraps- Chef’s Choice
Served Daily: Cheeseburgers, Hamburgers, Chicken Patties, Veggie Burgers, Pizza, Vegetarian Salad
Served Daily with all meals: Fruit Juice, Vegetables, Low-fat Milk
Important School Dates
- Wednesday, September 21 - Early Release (11:00 AM), Staff Professional Development
- Thursday, September 22 - Open House, Grade 8, 6:00 PM
- Monday, October 10 - No School, Columbus Day
- Tuesday, October 11 - No School, Teacher Professional Development Day
- Friday, October 28 - Picture Day (Retakes & Make-ups)
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King Philip Middle School
Website: https://www.kingphilip.org/MiddleSchool
Location: 18 King Street, Norfolk, MA, USA
Phone: 508-541-7324
Principal, King Philip Middle School