KPMS Newsletter
King Philip Middle School
April 2, 2023
This Week at a Glance
MCAS Grade 7 ELA -- Tuesday, April 4
The second session of the Grade 7 MCAS English Language Arts will be on Tuesday, April 4. The general testing session will run until 11:00 AM. Students, please make sure to
- get plenty of rest,
- eat a healthy breakfast, and
- arrive to school on time.
Remember, state testing is just one measure of a student's academic progress. We value the individual strengths and abilities of each of our students and recognize that success can be achieved in many different ways.
Announcements & Reminders
Massachusetts Instrumental and Choral Conductors Association (MICCA) Festival Results
MICCA Concert Festival
The 7th and 8th Grade Bands played incredibly well at the MICCA Concert Festival on Friday, March 31. Both groups earned a silver medal. We are incredibly proud of the work that they have put in throughout the school year. Congratulations!
MICCA Choral Festival
Congratulations to the KPMS Chorus on a successful performance on Saturday, April 1 at the MICCA Choral Festival. Our students performed exceptionally well and earned a gold medal rating. We are extremely proud of the hard work the chorus students have put in since the beginning of the school year. Bravo!
Weight Training for Football Players
Starting Wednesday April 5th, all 8th graders interested in playing football at King Philip, are invited up to the High School for an introduction to proper weight training. Training sessions will be
every Wednesday from 2:35 – 3:45 through June 7th.Transportation from KP Middle to KP High is available by bus. All workouts will be supervised by Coach Lee (head varsity football coach), Matt Anderson (head freshman football coach), and assistant coaches as well as some 2023 players. No prior experience in weightlifting or football is needed, only the desire to maximize your potential.
Athletes should bring workout clothes and sneakers to change into. If interested email Coach Lee
kpcoachlee@gmail.com to register; the cost is $60. Checks should be made out to KP Sports Camps or Venmo @KP-Sports-Camps. Cash or checks can be brought in on the first day athletes arrive. Parents can email Coach Lee with questions or concerns. Warrior Pride!
*If you are not interested in playing football but would still like to come, by all means do! All are welcome!
KP Clothing Sale
Local Opportunities
For Kids' Sake Foundation 5K/10K Race to Crush Cancer!
The For Kids' Sake Foundation 13th Annual Race to Crush Cancer will be on June 25 at 9:30 AM in Plainville. This year's theme is "Back to the '80s!"
For more information about the event and to register, please click on the button below.
Norfolk Master Plan Visioning Forum – April 25, 7pm
Norfolk Master Plan 2035 is Launching Now!
Join us for the first Norfolk Master Plan Visioning Forum on April 25, 7pm at the Freeman Kennedy School cafeteria. The Norfolk Master Plan 2035 will provide a roadmap for the evolution and growth of the Town for the next 12 years. This Master Plan will represent the vision, values, and goals of Norfolk residents, so your input will be crucial!
Have a neighbor or friend who has great ideas for shaping the future of Norfolk? Invite them to the forum by forwarding this email or the attached flyer. Learn more about the Norfolk Master Plan at our website: mapc.ma/norfolk2035
From Food Services
KPMS Main Lunch
Monday, April 3 - Stuffed Crust Pizza; Crispy Chicken Patty; Oven Fries; Glazed Carrots; Chicken Caesar Salad or Wrap
Tuesday, April 4 - (Note Change from Calendar) Sal’s Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks w/Marinara Sauce; Rodeo Burger; Baked Beans; Veggie Cup w/Ranch Dip; Buffalo Popcorn Chicken Salad or Wrap
Wednesday, April 5 - (Note Change from Calendar) Brunch for Lunch: French Toast Sticks, Bacon or Sausage, Hash Browns; Breakfast Sandwich; Warm Cinnamon Apples; Asian Chicken Salad or Wrap
Thursday, April 6 - Fajita Chicken Rice Bowl w/Onions, Red & Green Peppers; Ham & Cheese Ciabatta Melt; Salads & Wraps - Chef’s Choice
Friday, April 7 - No School, Good Friday
Served Daily: Cheeseburgers, Hamburgers, Veggie Burgers, Pizza, Sandwiches, Vegetarian Salad, Vegetarian Wrap, Yogurt Parfait
Served daily with all meals: Fruit, Juice, Vegetables
Important School Dates
- Tuesday, April 4 - Grade 7 MCAS English Language Arts, Session 2
- Friday, April 7 - No School, Good Friday
- Tuesday, April 11 - Grade 8 MCAS ELA, Session 1
- Wednesday, April 12 - Early Release Day (11:00 AM), Teacher Professional Development
- Thursday, April 13 - Grade 8 MCAS ELA, Session 2
- Monday-Friday, April 17-21 - No School, April Vacation
- Tuesday, May 2 - Grade 8 MCAS Math, Session 1
- Wednesday, May 3 - Early Release Day (11:00 AM), Teacher Professional Development
- Thursday, May 4 - Grade 8 MCAS Math, Session 2
- Friday, May 5 - Progress Report Grades Posted by 5 PM
- Tuesday, May 9 - Grade 7 MCAS Math, Session 1
- Wednesday, May 10 - Grade 7 MCAS Math, Session 2
- Thursday, May 11 - Grade 8 MCAS Science, Session 1
- Friday, May 12 - Grade 8 MCAS Science, Session 2
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