KIDDER MIDDLE SCHOOL NEWS
APRIL 2024
IMPORTANT DATES
4/1- Return From Spring Break
4/3- Early Release
4/5- Money Due for the 8th Grade fieldtrip (for those not going to DC)
4/8- Current 8th Grade Washington DC Trip Meeting in KMS Media Center, 6:00pm
4/11- Band Boosters Meeting @ NWHS, 6:00pm
4/17- Early Release
4/20- Middle School Band Spring Solo & Ensemble @ Jonesville HS
4/24- Early Release
4/24- 8th Graders Leave for DC
4/25- 8th Graders (not going to DC) Attend Zekelman Holocaust Center
4/26- 8th Graders (not going to DC) Attend Ella Sharp Museum
4/27- 8th Graders Return from DC
4/27- Middle School Choir Solo & Ensemble
5/6- Current 7th Graders- Washington DC Informational Meeting/Registration For Next Year in Media Center, 6:00pm
ATHLETICS
4/10- Middle School Track Meet @ Harper Creek, 4:30pm
4/15- Middle School Tennis Match @ Home, 4:00pm
4/17- Middle School Track Meet @ Hastings, 4:30pm
4/18- Middle School Tennis Match @ Home, 4:00pm
4/22- Middle School Tennis Match @ Home, 4:00pm
4/25- Middle School Tennis Match @ Home, 4:00pm
4/25- Middle School Track Meet @ Home, 4:30pm
4/29- Middle School Tennis Match @ Home 4:00pm
5/1- Middle School Tennis Match @ Home, 4:00pm
5/1- Middle School Track Meet @ Home, 4:30pm
SPRING TESTING
8TH GRADE
April 9 8th Grade PSAT in advisory classes w/adjusted schedule(Estimated Time - 2:14)
April 15-16 8th Grade Social Studies M-STEP (Estimated time - 1:30)
April 18-19 8th Grade Science M-STEP (Estimated time - 1:00)
7TH GRADE
April 22-23 7th Grade English Language Arts M-STEP (Estimated time - 2:00)
April 29-30 7th Grade Math M-STEP (Estimated time - 2:00)
6TH GRADE
April 22-23 6th Grade Math M-STEP (Estimated time - 2:00)
April 29-30 6th Grade ELA M-STEP (Estimated time - 2:00)FEBRUARY STUDENT OF THE MONTH
6th Grade
Hattie Allen, Jacob Brautigam, Pailyn Burgess, Hailey Corravo, Harper Crandell, Duprea Eubanks, Brayden Jenks, Logan Lowder, Aydrienne Marburger, Issabella Masternak, Declan McKnight, Layna Moore, Taten Thibault
7th Grade
Kiyah Adkins, Eli Benson, Skylin Carpenter, Karter Crenshaw-Dixon, Teddie Gerrish, Mattox Keathley, Madilynn McClurg, Bristyn Parker, Marisa Stark, Hazel Tanner, Natalie Tilford-Simon, Tae'Veair Walters
8th Grade
Norah Atkinson, Kloee Bradford, Jaeden Brewer, Shannon Christner, Nathan Ganaway, Tyler Grace, Gabbie Keller, Johnathon McGinnis, Lyra Mitchell, Jonathon Osterberg, Davida Ryan, Jaden Schuch, Blake Terry, Cloey Watson
2ND TRIMESTER HONOR ROLL
6TH GRADE
7TH GRADE
8TH GRADE
CONGRATS TO THE MIDDLE SCHOOL CHOIR
ADDRESS CHANGES AND UPDATES
Parents will need to update their student's enrollment information annually. To do this, parents must have a PowerSchool account. This is created by the parent. You can reach PowerSchool via the app, or on our website. Once a parent sets up an account with the student's information, they are able to change addresses, phone numbers, emails. etc.
- All address changes or updates to student accounts are processed through the Parent's PowerSchool account.
- Parent's must create their OWN PowerSchool account to make any changes.
- Address changes will require the Parent to submit documentation to the building's office before the change is made to the student's account.
For PowerSchool Parent Portal Resources, click the link below
LAST CHANCE FOR A YEARBOOK. ORDERS DUE BY MAY 1ST
GRASP
STUDENT STUDY LAB INFORMATION
CELLPHONE POLICY
Effective beginning Wednesday, August 23, 2023, students will no longer be allowed to use their cell phones within the school premises during class hours, lunch breaks, and other school activities during the regular school day. We understand that cell phones have become an integral part of modern life, but we firmly believe that minimizing their presence during school hours will help promote better concentration, reduce distractions, and foster face-to-face interactions among students. Students may store their cell phones in their lockers for the duration of the school day and are welcome to use them after the conclusion of the school day.
To support this policy, we kindly request your cooperation in ensuring that your child is informed of this change. If there are specific reasons your child may need a cell phone for emergencies or other important matters, please contact the front office at (517) 817-4703 to discuss alternative arrangements.
We acknowledge this change may require an adjustment period for both students and parents. Therefore, our teachers and staff will be actively engaging with students to educate them about the rationale behind this policy and how it can positively impact their learning experience.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this policy, please do not hesitate to contact us at nw.media@nwschools.org. Your feedback is important as we strive to create the best environment for our students.
Thank you for your understanding and support. Together, we can ensure that our school remains a safe and productive place for students to thrive personally and academically. Please see a copy of the updated policy found in the Student Handbook at the bottom of this letter.
Northwest Kidder Middle School Cell Phone Use
Students may use an Electronic Communication Device (ECD: This includes devices such as smart watches, cell phones, radios, etc.) before entering the building and after leaving the building at the end of the school day.
During the school day, students should place ECDs in their lockers and lock them up. If an ECD is in their pocket, they must be silenced to prevent distractions.
ECD use in restrooms and locker rooms is prohibited at all times.
Students may not exit the building during the school day in order to use an ECD. Phones are available in the office to contact parents.
Students that participate in extracurricular activities must abide by the ECD use rules determined by the coach, advisor, or sponsor. Coaches, advisors, and sponsors will enforce the consequences involving misuse of these devices during practices, meetings, or competitions.
The school district is not responsible for loss, theft, or damage to ECDs. Students are encouraged to leave the devices in secure locations. A school district employee that stores an ECD for a student is not responsible for its loss, theft, or damage.
Violation of the policy will result in disciplinary action in accordance with the school building code of conduct.
DRESS CODE REMINDERS
School officials will make the interpretation of what is acceptable dress. All students shall maintain the following minimum standard of dress at Northwest Community Schools.
- Midriffs, cleavage and buttocks shall be covered
- Undergarments shall not be visible
- Tank tops are acceptable as long as undergarments are not exposed
- Strapless, backless, and muscle shirts shall not be worn
- Holes in clothing or sheer material exposing midriff/chest/upper thigh shall not be worn
- Shorts/skirts/dresses must cover the buttocks completely
- Appropriate footwear, suitable for the school environment, shall be worn. Slippers are not permitted
- Sleepwear may not be worn to school, including pajama pants, robes, and nightgowns, unless there is an approved special activity during which they are deemed appropriate
- Students are strongly encouraged not to bring hats or other head coverings to school. Hats, bandanas/scarves or hoods covering the head are not to be worn in the school buildings during the school day unless there is an approved special activity during which they are deemed appropriate. Requests to wear coverings in accordance with sincerely held cultural and/or religious belief will be addressed on a case by case basis
- Incites violence
- Contains "fighting words"
- Constitutes a true threat of violence
- Is obscene, sexually explicit, indecent, or lewd
- Is materially and substantially disruptive or that school officials can reasonably forecast will create a substantial disruption
Additional
- All backpacks, purses, etc. are to be secured in lockers
- Coats and jackets are to be secured in lockers
- Blankets shall not be brought to school unless there is an approved special activity during which they are deemed appropriate
ATTENDANCE INFORMATION
Dear Families,
We are excited about our 23-24 school year! We are so looking forward to seeing your student every day at school. We have learned that students who miss a few days of school each month are at a far greater risk of academic failure and dropping out than students who attend regularly. We have set a goal that every student in our school attends regularly (has nine or fewer absences in a year).
Attendance is very important to us as a school and to you as a parent. Please make sure your child attends school every day unless he or she has a contagious illness, running a fever or vomiting. When your child is unable to attend, please contact Krissy Saunders, Attendance Secretary, at Krissy.Saunders@nwschools.org (517) 817-4950 or forward any Doctor notes to Mrs. Saunders as well. We will monitor each student’s attendance throughout the year and provide support and interventions as needed. You will see the color coded graphic below describing the attendance categories.
If your child is at risk of missing too much school, please feel free to contact our Middle School Support Services for assistance. We will be happy to work with you to help your child attend regularly and have greater opportunities for success.
Marshall Hesslau
517-817-4855
Marshall.Hesslau@nwschools.org
Alicia Soles
517-817-4945
School Schedule Hours
Full Day Schedule (Mon/Tu/Thur/Fri)
7:30AM - 2:25PM
Early Release Schedule (Wednesday)
7:30AM - 1:25PM
Half Day Schedule
7:30AM - 11:00AM
Students need to be in class and ready to learn at 7:30AM.
Sincerely,
The Northwest Kidder Middle School Attendance Team
ARRIVAL AND DISMISSAL TIMES
2023-2024 Secondary Buildings
Full Day-7:30am-2:25pm
Half Day-7:30am-11am
Early Release-7:30am-1:25pm
Contact Info
Email: nw.media@nwschools.org
Website: nwschools.org
Location: 6700 Rives Junction Road, Jackson, MI, USA
Phone: (517)817-4703