I'm resending the newsletter as there was a request from the high school counselor. Also, there is immunization requirements listed for 6th graders moving into the 7th grade.

Thanks,

Bob Race

Tuesday, May 28th

Junior Mock Interview Day

Volunteers are needed to conduct mock interviews for our 11th grade students.

If interested, please complete the Mock Interview Day Sign Up or contact

Mrs. LaVerde (mary.laverde@kirtlandschools.org) or Mrs. Prosuch (kara.prosuch@kirtlandschools.org)

Dear KMS Parents and Students,

Happy Tuesday!! The first two weeks of state testing have gone very smoothly at KMS. The students have come to school well rested, prepared, and ready to go! Myself and the staff could not be more pleased with the effort we are seeing. Over the next two days, we will be taking the final two tests, math part 1 and 2. Thank you to all of the teachers, parents, and the support of the PTA with another successful spring dance. The students truly appreciate the effort by all to make this event happen. Congratulations to the 7th and 8th grade girls track team on their 2nd place finish at the CVC Invitational last night.

Starting next week on Monday, May 6 we will begin our 1st Annual KMS Screen Free Week. Please click on the link to get information on this fundraiser event. This event is headed by our talented Student Leadership Council members. This event is tailored to the middle school, but can be enjoyed by all. I'm so excited to remove the distractions of the screens and focus on all the wonderful things around us everyday. My hope is to grow this event in the future and have some sort of district wide event at it's culmination to bring the Kirtland families together for a fun filled evening at the school. The hope is that we will receive enough money to build on the equipment that we have in our fitness room, that will be moving to the stage area in the gymnasium. The purpose of the fitness area is to create an area for students that may not be the most excited about playing the typical team sports offered in our wellness classes. It will give them an opportunity to focus on life long fitness activities utilizing bands, dumbbells, medicine balls, bosu balls, steps, yoga mats, and hopefully a couple exercise bikes, rowers, and/or a motorless treadmill. We currently have everything but the bikes, rowers, and treadmill. My hope is to provide at least a couple options for students to get a little cardio, while their classmates participate in the team activities. The equipment will also be used during our new advisory fitness breaks. Students will be supervised in groups of 12 to 15 students for 15 minutes of their advisory/study hall time everyday. They will have an opportunity to get up and move, instead of sitting at a desk for 52 or even 80 minutes on block days. Students will have opportunities to walk the track, move freely in the gym, or rotate through stations in the fitness area, while still having at least 37 minutes or more to complete their work. Also, I would like to apply some of the money raised for new equipment to our new 9 week elective courses. Those course are still being created by my wonderful teachers, but will revolve around STEAM curriculum. I do know we will have a photography elective, general music elective (students will learn the basics of music through ukuleles and keyboards), along with other art and science rotations as well. Please feel free to share this with family, grandparents, and friends. These donations will help us expand on the amazing things about to take place at KMS. Please use the QR code or the following link to go to the donation website page. SCREEN FREE WEEK DONATION PAGE

The 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, and Jazz band concert will be held this Wednesday at the KES. The details for the times are found below. The 8th graders have an educational field trip next Thursday to the B’nai Jeshurun Congregation Face-to-Face Program. PLEASE ENSURE THEY ARE HERE AT 8:30. Even though it's a delayed start, we need to be on the buses at 8:50 to ensure we can go through the whole program. They also need to pack a lunch that day.

Please note that I have added a May calendar with all end-of-year activities.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Sincerely,

Mr. Race

Week of April 29

Monday, April 29 -

Tuesday, April 30 - Math 6, 7, 8 Part 1

Wednesday, May 1 - Math 6, 7, 8 Part 2

• PTA Popcorn Day - $.50 a bag
• CVC Relay Track/Field Invitational at Cuyahoga Hts - 4:30pm
• 5th - 6th grade band and the Kirtland Jazz - 6:00 pm at KES Gym
• 7th - 8th grade band and the Kirtland Jazz - 7:30 pm at KES Gym
  

Thursday, May 2 - 8th grade field trip to B’nai Jeshrun Congregation Face-to-Face Program.

• All will need to be at school by 8:30 am (so that we can depart promptly at 8:50 am) and will be asked to bring a lunch the day of our trip so that we have the time to take advantage of the full presentation.

Friday, May 3 - NO SCHOOL - Prom

Week of May 6 - NO SCREEN WEEK FUNDRAISER AT KMS

(STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK)

Monday, May 6 -

Tuesday, May 7 -

Wednesday, May 8 - BOE SLA Meeting - 4:30pm in the Forum

Thursday, May 9 -

Friday, May 10 -

6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Class Trips the follow week.

05/01/24: KMS Band Concert / Jazz Band Concert- KES Gym

• 5th - 6th grade band and the Kirtland Jazz - 6:00 pm at KES Gym

• 7th - 8th grade band and the Kirtland Jazz - 7:30 pm at KES Gym

05/02/24: May 2 - 8th grade field trip to B’nai Jeshurun Congregation Face-to-Face Program.

• All 8th graders will need to be at school by 8:30 am (so that we can depart promptly at 8:50 am) and will be asked to bring a lunch the day of our trip so that we have the time to take advantage of the full presentation.

05/03/24: Prom - No School

05/06/24: NO SCREEN WEEK (Fundraiser) @ KMS

05/14/24: 6th-Grade @ Camp Whitewood (Return on 5/17)

05/14/24: 8th-Grade @ Washington D.C. Trip (Return on 5/17)

05/15/24: 7th-Grade @ Chicago Trip (Return on 5/17)

05/20/24: Board of Education Meeting - 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm in Forum

05/21/24: KMS Honor Club Induction Ceremony - 6:00 to 7:30pm KMS Gym

05/23/24: KMS Scholars’ Breakfast - 7:00 am - 9am KMS Gym/Cafeteria (Note this event is starts before school)

05/28/24: 6th and 7th grade cookout - Early Release - No time set yet for E.R.

05/28/24: 8th-Grade @ Cedar Point (this event runs past the normal school day)

05/29/24:8th Grade Recognition & Promotion - 8:30 am - KMS Gym

05/29/24: 8th-Grade Picnic - Parent Run Event - approximately 10:30 to the end of the day.

• Please note it will be in the parking lot in front of the MS and the entire turf field this year.

• Also, please utilize the KMS Blackstone grill if you would like.

05/29/24: LAST DAY FOR STUDENTS - Early Release - No time set yet for E.R.

Yearbook distributions/signing and locker clean-out are still not scheduled.

Congratulations to 7th grader, Mark Nalepka and 6th Grader, Megan Turner on being named Co-KMS students of the month. Mark and Megan both have received multiple referrals to be our KMS student of the month. Since this was the last one of the year, we couldn't decide between the two, because they were both described as being great all around students. Mark is a role model for his 7th grade peers, consistently focused on academics, conscientious about the quality of their work AND and a curious scholar. Additionally, Mark is courteous and works well with his peers during paired and small group activities. Megan has a positive attitude, helpful nature, and a kind smile to brighten each day. She tries her best on all assignments, always participates in class, and sets a great example for her peers. We at KMS are so excited to name Mark Nalepka and Megan Turner the Co-KMS students of the Month.

Reminder for 6th graders. The immunization requirements for entering grade 7 are a dose of Tdap and a dose of meningitis

* Per the 2024 Ohio Department of Health, Immunization Summary for School Attendance:

Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis) Grades 7-12

One dose of Tdap vaccine must be administered on or after the tenth birthday.

Meningococcal (ACWY) Grades 7-11

One dose of meningococcal (serogroup A, C, W, and Y) vaccine must be administered on or after the 10th birthday.

Immunization Requirements

Over the summer, Gracie Koch and a few of her fellow Girl Scouts from Northeast Ohio joined the newly created Media Girls program. The program is aimed at providing all Girl Scouts in Northeast Ohio with hands-on experience and developing communication skills as they explore the ever-changing media landscape. Gracie and her fellow Media Girls team members participated in various media activities, interviews, and opportunities across radio, TV, and print during the summer. As part of the Media Girls, Gracie submitted an audition video highlighting the importance of Girl Scout overnight camps and their role in developing the confidence of young ladies across Ohio.

Gracie had the opportunity to meet with Jane Christyson,the CEO of Northeast Ohio Girl Scouts. Ms. Christyson, invited her to visit the State House in Columbus on April, 9th to speak with different state senators in the hopes of securing funding for these overnight camps. Gracie, along with the Director of Girl Experience, Fallon Pulley, were invited to the Ohio State Capitol building to engage with a variety of state senators, including Senator Vernon Sykes and Senator Jerry Cirino, among others. The purpose of their visit was to raise funds to support more Ohio Girl Scout troops and their overnight summer camps. Gracie passionately explained why this cause was important to her and many other Girl Scouts, emphasizing the skills she had gained from attending two Girl Scout overnight camps, such as archery, outdoor comfort, boating, and increased confidence.

Gracie expressed her hope to receive funding and is currently awaiting responses, feeling confident that the state senators will support her goal. She described the experience as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet the leaders of the state and tour notable locations like the rotunda at the State House in Columbus. Congratulations to Gracie for making Media Girls, Girl Scouts, and KMS proud. Keep pursuing your goals and dreams!

Girl Scouts of Northeast Ohio Media Girls

Math 6, 7, 8 Part 1 - Tuesday, April 30th

7:30 am - 9:30 am

Math 6, 7, 8 Part 2 - Wednesday, May 1st

7:30 am - 9:30 am

Our Summer Sidekicks programs are open for enrollment! Our FREE program is designed for grade 1-6 students to prevent the summer slide through engaging review and enrichment activities in June. With fun weekly themes, students will stay interested and involved while participating in a summer camp-style program. They'll rotate through stations focused on Mathematics, English Language Arts/Reading, Science, Arts, and Physical Recreation, ensuring a well-rounded experience. We also bring in reverse field trips and community partners to provide meaningful activities and lessons. Don't miss out! Visit our website for more information and help us spread the word by sharing the flyers below with interested students and families. Thank you!

Geauga County Summer Sidekicks Program flier
Lake County Summer Sidekicks Program flier

The Painesville Speedway is hosting a Lake County Schools Night on Friday, May 3, and would love to invite the Kirtland School District to join us. Along with racing there will be activities, games, prizes, and raffles.

Our track also offers a full service concession stand. Admission is free for Kids 15 and younger. Admission for Adults (15 and over) is $12. Admission for Seniors (65 and over) is $8.

Thank you,

Melanie Sharpe

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1M4Zp4GR0sY4lPceVRfMFe7DB8rvpewSS/view?usp=sharing

Look no further! The ESC of the Western Reserve offers FREE mathematics tutoring. We are here to serve your grade 6-12 students on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. We offer a clean, safe space to assist with math homework, test preparation, and remediation.

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The idea for KAA came out of a series of discussions the Building Leadership Team had regarding our desire to help students who need a little assistance every so often, while also trying to hold students with high amounts of missing work accountable. Missing work can have such a profoundly negative impact on student learning and success within the classroom and we want to provide something that can help. We believe that this program is a tremendous opportunity for kids who need help getting back on track, while also supporting students that just need a bit of assistance every now and again.

All KMS students are welcome at KAA. The academic team - including teachers, parents, and administrators - has the discretion to make this program mandatory for students with excessive missing work which negatively impacts student learning and success within the classroom.

In many ways, KAA is homework help, tutoring, and general academic assistance for any KMS student in attendance. KMS students do not need to sign up for KAA. They simply need to show up with things they want to work on, sign in, and get the help they need. We are confident that this process will help these students find great success.

Location: KMS Library

Time: 7:30 - 8:30am

Day: Thursday during Delayed Start

Staff Facilitator: Mrs. Saluan

The link provided will take you the Kirtland Middle School - Important Dates for the 23-24 school year. There are still a few things that need to be added at the end of the school year, but they will be updated in the next couple of days. My goal for the year is to be as transparent as possible to major events taking place down the road at the school. I will continue to add to the important date section of the newsletter for upcoming events, but if you are wanting to plan for things, please refer to this document.

The official date for the Spring Dance is Friday, April 26.

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1suRagStcxf0ssRBDomyMqpD4qLfAxR7a3YCHdObYlPk/edit?usp=sharing