(616)784-2511
Transparency Report
Knights Run For Education Fundraiser
The KH Education Foundation is holding a 5K Run/Walk to raise money on Saturday, October 12 at Central Elementary. Proceeds benefit the KHEF to fund grants that empower teachers to implement creative projects and programs to enhance our students' learning experience.
For more information or to make a donation or become a sponsor, contact Rob Conat at board@khedfoundation.org or call 810-730-0266. Checks payable to Kenowa Hills Education Foundation can be mailed to 2325 4 Mile Rd NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49544.
Youth Wrestling 2024-25
Registration begins October 11 at kenowahillsyouthsports.org. Practices begin January 7, 2025 and season runs through March 13. Advanced tournaments on Sundays and Beginner tourneys held on Friday evenings. Practices are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-7:15 pm for beginners (0-1 year experience), and 6-8:15 pm for Advanced (2+ years experience.) Price is $110 for the season and includes MYWAY Membership. NEW this year - Girls Wrestling! Stay tuned!
Baton Twirling Classes
Come join the fun and learn how to twirl a baton! Baton twirling is making a comeback as the latest and greatest sensation!
Dates: Every Tuesday beginning September 24 through December 17
Times: Ages 4-7, 6:15-7:00 pm, Ages 8-20, 7:00-7:45 pm
Registration: On Sept. 24 at the first class
Location: Coit Creative Arts Gymnasium, 617 Coit Ave. NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Cost: $9/week to be paid at each class. $10 Registration fee to be paid at first class. Batons will be available for purchase at class for $35. Payment plans for batons available. $20 the first week, then $5 each week until paid off.
Students can earn awards and have an opportunity for competition and parades! It can also lead to students becoming a majorette for their school and a scholarship to college! Questions, call 616-460-1747, or email athleticssens@aol.com or visit our website at www.athleticsensations.com.
K-5th Grade Fall Dance Clinic
Saturday, October 5, from 1-3:00 pm at Central Elementary Gym (enter through the main doors and head to the gym.)
Cost: $30.90 and includes a t-shirt.
Register here.
*Students perform at the varsity home football game held October 11 at 7:00 pm. Questions: email KHDTfundraising@gmail.com.
Fall 2024 Junior Kickers (Birth Year 2020-2016)
September 23 - October 26
Junior is a youth soccer program run by licensed PASS coaches. It is a fun and friendly way to your children to start developing their soccer skills. Trainings are Mondays at 6:30 PM held at the Alpine Sports Complex with optional weekend games.
Register Now
More info at: PASSsoccerclub.com
2nd Annual KH Craft Fair - November 2
Home & Seasonal Decor, t-shirt printing, custom ornaments, baked goods, sweets, and so much more!
9:00 am - 3:00 pm at Kenowa Hills High School
Entry $3 and supports the SANP Class of 2025. For questions or to participate, email khendricks1114@gmail.com
Parking Lot Notes: MAP
➔ Please consider utilizing our bus transportation option to avoid the busy parent pick-up lot
➔ Always look to pull up in line and when possible to help with the flow of traffic.
◆ Tell your child(ren) to look for the correct car and be ready. If your child is late to the class sign and you’ve pulled past it, you can circle around the lot and keep your car moving.
➔ Thank you for those turning right only! We know it’s an inconvenience, but we believe it will help speed up the line and be safer in the long run ( We have a couple accidents a year with vehicles turning left)
➔ Drop off starts at 8:30; children may exit vehicles a few minutes early to get traffic flowing, and must wait by their grade sign until the 8:30 bell.
➔ We do have two lanes in the parking lot. Please only use the right lane for drop off and pick up, the inside lane is a pass by lane only! Please pass by with caution.
DROP OFF EXPECTATIONS:
DISMISSAL EXPECTATIONS:
The school day ends at 3:37
Attendance/Drop Off - Pick Up
Our start time is 8:35 am! We need your help getting students here on time! Any students arriving after 8:40 will be marked tardy. Any students arriving after 9:05 am without an excused call/absence will be marked unexcused for the morning session. Please call our attendance line at 616-453-2461 opt.1 or email ziattendance@khps.org to communicate your student’s absence, early leave time, or late arrival. STRIVE FOR FIVE!!!
High School Homecoming Dance - September 28
Homecoming tickets on sale during lunch starting September 23. They will be $12 through the 26th. Final day to buy a ticket is September 27th at lunch and will be $15. Guest forms are now available inthe main office for those that wish to bring a guest fromanother school. There is a limit to the number of guests allowed for 9th and 10th graders so get those completed asap! Those must be completed and turned into the office no later than 9/25. NO EXCEPTIONS!
Knight Time Classic - September 28
The Kenowa Hills Marching Knights will host the 37th Annual Knight Time Classic Band Competition, with bands around the state performing and competing for 1st Place! Happing at Knight Stadium on Saturday, September 28, beginning at 10:00 am. Tickets are $7 adults/$5 students/$25 per family.
KHEF Knights Run for Education - October 12
The KH Education Foundation is holding a 5K Run/Walk to raise money on Saturday, October 12 at Central Elementary. Proceeds benefit the KHEF to fund grants that empower teachers to implement creative projects and programs to enhance our students' learning experience.
For more information or to make a donation or become a sponsor, contact Rob Conat at board@khedfoundation.org or call 810-730-0266. Checks payable to Kenowa Hills Education Foundation can be mailed to 2325 4 Mile Rd NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49544.
High School Craft Show
Date: November 4, 2024
Time: 9am-3pm
Place: Kenowa Hills High School
All proceeds go to the class of 2025 Senior All Night Party!
Kenowa Athletics
Kenowa Athletics has partnered with GO FAN for purchasing tickets for our sporting events online. Use the link below to purchase tickets for any home sporting event and away events at schools that also use GO FAN. Link to Kenowa GO FAN page or use this web address: https://gofan.co/app/school/MI10157
Attention Seniors!
Senior Photos are due for yearbook submission by 10/31/24. All photos must be a VERTICAL photo with your head and shoulders in the frame. Please reach out to Ms. Hughes if you have any questions! (ahughes@khps.org)
Service Academy Night - October 15
Representative Hillary Scholten’s District Office is excited to invite our students to the upcoming Service Academy Night on October 15, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM at the Gerald R. Ford Museum. This event is a fantastic opportunity for students who are interested in pursuing a career in the military through one of the United States Service Academies.
Representatives from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, the U.S. Naval Academy, the U.S. Air Force Academy, the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy will be present to provide information, answer questions, and discuss the application process. This is an invaluable chance for students to learn more about these prestigious institutions and the opportunities they offer.
Now Accepting Service Academy Applications
Congresswoman Scholten is now accepting United States service academy nomination applications. We encourage high school students in our district (MI-03) to apply for these prestigious appointments.
Each year, members of Congress may nominate a limited number of candidates to the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Military Academy, U.S. Naval Academy, and U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. These nominations are highly competitive, and students must meet strict eligibility requirements to be considered.
The application process involves submitting materials such as academic transcripts, standardized test scores, letters of recommendation, and essay questions. The deadline to submit a completed application to our office is November 1, 2024. Please visit Congresswoman Scholten's website for more information on the process and to access the application packet. Please share this information with your students and their families and encourage those interested to attend the Service Academy Night to learn more. Feel free to print and post the attached flyer at your school. If have any questions or need additional details about the event or the nomination process, please do not hesitate to reach out. You may contact me by email at Bradley.Stek@mail.house.gov or by phone at 616-451-8383.
Reminders
Parking/Drop Off
Just a reminder that student drop-off and pick-up is on the north side of the parking lot. Parking lots are labeled. Please do not drop off or pick up in the bus loop.
Athletics - High Sports are back!!
You can view the KH Fall Athletic Schedules at kenowahillsathletics.com. All tickets are $5.00 each, students (age 5 and above) and adult. We offer online tickets through GoFan and will also have cash sales available. ONLY KH students get into home athletic events for free if wearing Kenowa Hills swag and/or theme night with a valid student ID! PreK-8th grade students must be accompanied by an adult. You are responsible for supervising your own children.
Attendance
The county-wide Strive for 5 is still our goal for every student. Students with excessive chargeable absences will not be allowed to attend dances and/or other extracurricular activities. Please refer to the Student handbook for more information as to which kind of absences count against them. Students over 5 minutes late to class other than their first hour are considered absent. The rest of our attendance policy can be found in our student handbook.
If your student is going to be absent, late, or needs to leave early, please call the attendance line at 616-784-2400 Ext. 2 or you can email at hsattendance@khps.org. Please call ahead if your student needs to leave early. It is important to have limited interruptions into the classroom. Please call in the morning and leave a message if needed, so a pass can be written. Students
may not leave class without permission from the office.
Food Service Changes
We are excited to share that KHPS will be participating in the MI School Meals Program and will be offering breakfast and lunch to all students at NO COST starting this fall. Although meals are free, we encourage all families to complete the Education Benefit Form found here. You may be entitled to additional benefits.
Johnston is passionate about fostering a caring and supportive environment for students, staff, and families. Her deep connection to the classroom and commitment to instructional leadership will be key in her approach as principal. "I'm excited to continue supporting our teachers and students in this new role," Johnston shared. "I’m committed to ensuring that every child feels valued and supported, and I want parents to know that we are here to partner with them in helping their kids grow—academically and socially."
Kenowa Hills Superintendent Gerald Hopkins expressed enthusiasm about Johnston’s appointment, noting, "Brooke’s dedication to building strong relationships and her ability to mentor and support her staff will make a significant impact at Zinser Elementary. We are confident that she will continue to enhance the school’s culture of care and learning."
Johnston looks forward to maintaining her hands-on approach with students and teachers while building new systems to support academic growth. "I want every student to feel successful and find their passion, just as I did when I knew I wanted to be a teacher in first grade," she said. "It’s a big responsibility, but together, our community can help guide these students toward their futures."
Note from the Principal
Welcome back! The 2024-2025 school year is off to a great start. I want to start by saying thank you to all our families who attended the open house and making that event a huge success for our community. It was great to see our returning families and meet many of our new ones! We had a positive and successful 2023-24 school year and plan to continue to build upon our successes this year by focusing on building positive relationships with students and making sure they have at least one adult they have a strong connection with, utilizing best practices in reading and math to support student learning both in large group and small group settings and improving upon our systems and structures to support those students who need additional intervention.
This past week I have loved seeing the smiles on our students' faces from the start of each day until the end. Our classrooms are developing positive classroom cultures and students are doing well learning and following our classroom and school procedures. One of the joys of my job is to visit classrooms to see students learning and to engage with the children in the hallways, on the playground and in the lunchroom. I have enjoyed reconnecting with returning students and getting to know our new ones. It is such a treat to celebrate the fun of being young and learning together.
As we settle into the school year, I would like to encourage parents to be mindful of the amount of screen time their child has as well as the importance of reading at home each night for at least twenty minutes. In addition, it is important to remember that students may tire quickly at this time of the school year as they come off of summer break and have to adjust to the rigor of our seven-hour school day. In order to assist your child with being well-rested, it is essential that they have routines at home that allow them to receive a sufficient amount of rest for their developmental age.
Every other week you should receive a similar update from me that includes our building newsletter called “Alpine’s Announcements”. Please take the time to review these newsletters as they often provide information about upcoming events, opportunities to help out at school, and situations that could use your attention. I certainly hope your children have shared some positive things about the first week of school. Should you have questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to your child's teacher with classroom items, our Transportation Department with bus items, or the office with building wide items.
Your partner in education,
Jason Snyder
Knights Run For Education Fundraiser
The KH Education Foundation is holding a 5K Run/Walk to raise money on Saturday, October 12 at Central Elementary. Proceeds benefit the KHEF to fund grants that empower teachers to implement creative projects and programs to enhance our students' learning experience.
For more information or to make a donation or become a sponsor, contact Rob Conat at board@khedfoundation.org or call 810-730-0266. Checks payable to Kenowa Hills Education Foundation can be mailed to 2325 4 Mile Rd NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49544.
Youth Wrestling 2024-25
Registration begins October 11 at kenowahillsyouthsports.org. Practices begin January 7, 2025 and season runs through March 13. Advanced tournaments on Sundays and Beginner tourneys held on Friday evenings. Practices are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-7:15 pm for beginners (0-1 year experience), and 6-8:15 pm for Advanced (2+ years experience.) Price is $110 for the season and includes MYWAY Membership. NEW this year - Girls Wrestling! Stay tuned!
Baton Twirling Classes
Come join the fun and learn how to twirl a baton! Baton twirling is making a comeback as the latest and greatest sensation!
Dates: Every Tuesday beginning September 24 through December 17
Times: Ages 4-7, 6:15-7:00 pm, Ages 8-20, 7:00-7:45 pm
Registration: On Sept. 24 at the first class
Location: Coit Creative Arts Gymnasium, 617 Coit Ave. NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Cost: $9/week to be paid at each class. $10 Registration fee to be paid at first class. Batons will be available for purchase at class for $35. Payment plans for batons available. $20 the first week, then $5 each week until paid off.
Students can earn awards and have an opportunity for competition and parades! It can also lead to students becoming a majorette for their school and a scholarship to college! Questions, call 616-460-1747, or email athleticssens@aol.com or visit our website at www.athleticsensations.com.
K-5th Grade Fall Dance Clinic
Saturday, October 5, from 1-3:00 pm at Central Elementary Gym (enter through the main doors and head to the gym.)
Cost: $30.90 and includes a t-shirt.
Register here.
*Students perform at the varsity home football game held October 11 at 7:00 pm. Questions: email KHDTfundraising@gmail.com.
Fall 2024 Junior Kickers (Birth Year 2020-2016)
September 23 - October 26
Junior is a youth soccer program run by licensed PASS coaches. It is a fun and friendly way to your children to start developing their soccer skills. Trainings are Mondays at 6:30 PM held at the Alpine Sports Complex with optional weekend games.
Register Now
More info at: PASSsoccerclub.com
2nd Annual KH Craft Fair - November 2
Home & Seasonal Decor, t-shirt printing, custom ornaments, baked goods, sweets, and so much more!
9:00 am - 3:00 pm at Kenowa Hills High School
Entry $3 and supports the SANP Class of 2025. For questions or to participate, email khendricks1114@gmail.com
GENERAL ALPINE INFO
MORNING ARRIVAL EXPECTATIONS FOR PARENTSKnights Run For Education Fundraiser
The KH Education Foundation is holding a 5K Run/Walk to raise money on Saturday, October 12 at Central Elementary. Proceeds benefit the KHEF to fund grants that empower teachers to implement creative projects and programs to enhance our students' learning experience.
For more information or to make a donation or become a sponsor, contact Rob Conat at board@khedfoundation.org or call 810-730-0266. Checks payable to Kenowa Hills Education Foundation can be mailed to 2325 4 Mile Rd NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49544.
Youth Wrestling 2024-25
Registration begins October 11 at kenowahillsyouthsports.org. Practices begin January 7, 2025 and season runs through March 13. Advanced tournaments on Sundays and Beginner tourneys held on Friday evenings. Practices are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-7:15 pm for beginners (0-1 year experience), and 6-8:15 pm for Advanced (2+ years experience.) Price is $110 for the season and includes MYWAY Membership. NEW this year - Girls Wrestling! Stay tuned!
Baton Twirling Classes
Come join the fun and learn how to twirl a baton! Baton twirling is making a comeback as the latest and greatest sensation!
Dates: Every Tuesday beginning September 24 through December 17
Times: Ages 4-7, 6:15-7:00 pm, Ages 8-20, 7:00-7:45 pm
Registration: On Sept. 24 at the first class
Location: Coit Creative Arts Gymnasium, 617 Coit Ave. NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Cost: $9/week to be paid at each class. $10 Registration fee to be paid at first class. Batons will be available for purchase at class for $35. Payment plans for batons available. $20 the first week, then $5 each week until paid off.
Students can earn awards and have an opportunity for competition and parades! It can also lead to students becoming a majorette for their school and a scholarship to college! Questions, call 616-460-1747, or email athleticssens@aol.com or visit our website at www.athleticsensations.com.
K-5th Grade Fall Dance Clinic
Saturday, October 5, from 1-3:00 pm at Central Elementary Gym (enter through the main doors and head to the gym.)
Cost: $30.90 and includes a t-shirt.
Register here.
*Students perform at the varsity home football game held October 11 at 7:00 pm. Questions: email KHDTfundraising@gmail.com.
Fall 2024 Junior Kickers (Birth Year 2020-2016)
September 23 - October 26
Junior is a youth soccer program run by licensed PASS coaches. It is a fun and friendly way to your children to start developing their soccer skills. Trainings are Mondays at 6:30 PM held at the Alpine Sports Complex with optional weekend games.
Register Now
More info at: PASSsoccerclub.com
2nd Annual KH Craft Fair - November 2
Home & Seasonal Decor, t-shirt printing, custom ornaments, baked goods, sweets, and so much more!
9:00 am - 3:00 pm at Kenowa Hills High School
Entry $3 and supports the SANP Class of 2025. For questions or to participate, email khendricks1114@gmail.com
Parking Lot Notes: MAP
➔ Please consider utilizing our bus transportation option to avoid the busy parent pick-up lot
➔ Always look to pull up in line and when possible to help with the flow of traffic.
◆ Tell your child(ren) to look for the correct car and be ready. If your child is late to the class sign and you’ve pulled past it, you can circle around the lot and keep your car moving.
➔ Thank you for those turning right only! We know it’s an inconvenience, but we believe it will help speed up the line and be safer in the long run ( We have a couple accidents a year with vehicles turning left)
➔ Drop off starts at 8:30; children may exit vehicles a few minutes early to get traffic flowing, and must wait by their grade sign until the 8:30 bell.
➔ We do have two lanes in the parking lot. Please only use the right lane for drop off and pick up, the inside lane is a pass by lane only! Please pass by with caution.
DROP OFF EXPECTATIONS:
DISMISSAL EXPECTATIONS:
The school day ends at 3:37
Attendance/Drop Off - Pick Up
Our start time is 8:35 am! We need your help getting students here on time! Any students arriving after 8:40 will be marked tardy. Any students arriving after 9:05 am without an excused call/absence will be marked unexcused for the morning session. Please call our attendance line at 616-453-2461 opt.1 or email ziattendance@khps.org to communicate your student’s absence, early leave time, or late arrival. STRIVE FOR FIVE!!!
High School Craft Show
Date: November 4, 2024
Time: 9am-3pm
Place: Kenowa Hills High School
All proceeds go to the class of 2025 Senior All Night Party!
Kenowa Athletics
Kenowa Athletics has partnered with GO FAN for purchasing tickets for our sporting events online. Use the link below to purchase tickets for any home sporting event and away events at schools that also use GO FAN. Link to Kenowa GO FAN page or use this web address: https://gofan.co/app/school/MI10157
Attention Seniors!
Senior Photos are due for yearbook submission by 10/31/24. All photos must be a VERTICAL photo with your head and shoulders in the frame. Please reach out to Ms. Hughes if you have any questions! (ahughes@khps.org)
Service Academy Night - October 15
Representative Hillary Scholten’s District Office is excited to invite our students to the upcoming Service Academy Night on October 15, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM at the Gerald R. Ford Museum. This event is a fantastic opportunity for students who are interested in pursuing a career in the military through one of the United States Service Academies.
Representatives from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, the U.S. Naval Academy, the U.S. Air Force Academy, the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy will be present to provide information, answer questions, and discuss the application process. This is an invaluable chance for students to learn more about these prestigious institutions and the opportunities they offer.
Now Accepting Service Academy Applications
Congresswoman Scholten is now accepting United States service academy nomination applications. We encourage high school students in our district (MI-03) to apply for these prestigious appointments.
Each year, members of Congress may nominate a limited number of candidates to the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Military Academy, U.S. Naval Academy, and U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. These nominations are highly competitive, and students must meet strict eligibility requirements to be considered.
The application process involves submitting materials such as academic transcripts, standardized test scores, letters of recommendation, and essay questions. The deadline to submit a completed application to our office is November 1, 2024. Please visit Congresswoman Scholten's website for more information on the process and to access the application packet. Please share this information with your students and their families and encourage those interested to attend the Service Academy Night to learn more. Feel free to print and post the attached flyer at your school. If have any questions or need additional details about the event or the nomination process, please do not hesitate to reach out. You may contact me by email at Bradley.Stek@mail.house.gov or by phone at 616-451-8383.
Reminders
Parking/Drop Off
Just a reminder that student drop-off and pick-up is on the north side of the parking lot. Parking lots are labeled. Please do not drop off or pick up in the bus loop.
Athletics - High Sports are back!!
You can view the KH Fall Athletic Schedules at kenowahillsathletics.com. All tickets are $5.00 each, students (age 5 and above) and adult. We offer online tickets through GoFan and will also have cash sales available. ONLY KH students get into home athletic events for free if wearing Kenowa Hills swag and/or theme night with a valid student ID! PreK-8th grade students must be accompanied by an adult. You are responsible for supervising your own children.
Attendance
The county-wide Strive for 5 is still our goal for every student. Students with excessive chargeable absences will not be allowed to attend dances and/or other extracurricular activities. Please refer to the Student handbook for more information as to which kind of absences count against them. Students over 5 minutes late to class other than their first hour are considered absent. The rest of our attendance policy can be found in our student handbook.
If your student is going to be absent, late, or needs to leave early, please call the attendance line at 616-784-2400 Ext. 2 or you can email at hsattendance@khps.org. Please call ahead if your student needs to leave early. It is important to have limited interruptions into the classroom. Please call in the morning and leave a message if needed, so a pass can be written. Students
may not leave class without permission from the office.
Food Service Changes
We are excited to share that KHPS will be participating in the MI School Meals Program and will be offering breakfast and lunch to all students at NO COST starting this fall. Although meals are free, we encourage all families to complete the Education Benefit Form found here. You may be entitled to additional benefits.
High School Craft Show
Date: November 4, 2024
Time: 9am-3pm
Place: Kenowa Hills High School
All proceeds go to the class of 2025 Senior All Night Party!
Attention Seniors!
Senior Photos are due for yearbook submission by 10/31/24. All photos must be a VERTICAL photo with your head and shoulders in the frame. Please reach out to Ms. Hughes if you have any questions! (ahughes@khps.org)
Reminders
Parking/Drop Off
Just a reminder that student drop-off and pick-up is on the north side of the parking lot. Parking lots are labeled. Please do not drop off or pick up in the bus loop.
Athletics - High Sports are back!!
You can view the KH Fall Athletic Schedules at kenowahillsathletics.com. All tickets are $5.00 each, students (age 5 and above) and adult. We offer online tickets through GoFan and will also have cash sales available. ONLY KH students get into home athletic events for free if wearing Kenowa Hills swag and/or theme night with a valid student ID! PreK-8th grade students must be accompanied by an adult. You are responsible for supervising your own children.
Attendance
The county-wide Strive for 5 is still our goal for every student. Students with excessive chargeable absences will not be allowed to attend dances and/or other extracurricular activities. Please refer to the Student handbook for more information as to which kind of absences count against them. Students over 5 minutes late to class other than their first hour are considered absent. The rest of our attendance policy can be found in our student handbook.
If your student is going to be absent, late, or needs to leave early, please call the attendance line at 616-784-2400 Ext. 2 or you can email at hsattendance@khps.org. Please call ahead if your student needs to leave early. It is important to have limited interruptions into the classroom. Please call in the morning and leave a message if needed, so a pass can be written. Students
may not leave class without permission from the office.
Food Service Changes
We are excited to share that KHPS will be participating in the MI School Meals Program and will be offering breakfast and lunch to all students at NO COST starting this fall. Although meals are free, we encourage all families to complete the Education Benefit Form found here. You may be entitled to additional benefits.
AthleticsSave the Date
August 20-22 we will be having school registration. It will consist of students' class schedule pick-up, school pictures, and other various info to help start off the 2024-25 year! PLEASE keep in mind we will still be under construction so hallways and some areas will be restricted during this time.
2024-2025 Fall Athletics
8/19 - MS Fall Practices/Try Outs
Gold Academy - Summer Basketball Academy
The Grand Rapids Gold, the NBA G League affiliate of the Denver Nuggets, announced today its 2024 Gold Academy Schedule. The team will hold four week-long basketball camps for children ages 8-14. Each program covers on court fundamental instruction and are designed to build basic skills alongside members of the NBA G League staff. All skill levels are welcome.
Current locations and times:
MSA Fieldhouse | June 24-27
8am to noon, Monday through Thursday
Click here to sign up
Holland Recreation | July 8-11
8am to noon, Monday through Thursday
Click here to sign up
Downtown YMCA | July 15-18
8am to noon, Monday through Thursday
Click here to sign up
Lakeshore MSA| July 29 - Aug. 1
8am to noon, Monday through Thursday
Click here to sign up
Camp includes: 4 Grand Rapids Gold tickets for the 2024-25 season, Gold Academy t-shirt, & snacks/drinks.
For more information, contact Trey Conner at 616.350.4881 or tconner@nbagrandrapids.com or register here.
Summer Meals Program Info - click here
Middle School Lifting, Summer Session:
Any questions please contact Jordyn Boitos, jboitos@khps.org
Lifting Sign-Up
Summer Schedule
Attention Incoming Freshman Interested In Sideline Cheer Next Fall!
Here is our registration form for varsity tryouts! This link has our tentative tryout dates and information, but
we are still working on some coaching transitions so there is a small chance tryout days/times will change.
Have them complete this form and prior to tryouts, please!
Football 2024-2025 7th & 8th Grade: Summer Workout
Embrace Her Summit - July 18
The EmbraceHer Summit brings together young girls of color, providing a space to instill their confidence and establish a firm belief in their strength. This is a free event for girls ages 12-17 with inspiring speakers, insightful workshops, engaging activities, giveaways, lunch & transportation provided. Register today.
Attendance:
Our start time is 7:45am! We need your help getting students here on time! Any students arriving 10 minutes after class starts without an excused call/absence will be marked unexcused for the class (not a tardy). Please call the absence line 616-785-3225 or email, msattendance@khps.org. Please call ahead if your student/s need to leave early. We need to limit interruptions into the classroom. Please call in the morning and leave a message if needed, so a pass can be written. Students may not leave class without permission from the office.
Updated Attendance Policy for 2023-2024: All absences count toward attendance numbers, the only exception will be hospital stays. These are some changes we want to highlight:
Athletics Participation & Attendance: Athletes must be in school for the entire day in order to be eligible to compete in a scheduled practice or athletic event. In extreme situations, arrangements must be made with the Athletic Director and/or the Building Principal to acquire an excused absence. Scheduled appointments and funerals are an acceptable reason to be pre-excused. A medical/scheduled appointment note must be given to the athletic office if the appointment is during the scheduled school day.
Free and Reduced Program:
Please follow the link below to complete the Education Benefit Form online KHPS Education Benefit Form Although meals will be available at no cost this year, we encourage all families to complete the Education Benefit Form. Families that complete the form and qualify for free or reduced school meals may receive additional benefits including: Waived participation costs for athletics (excluding club sports), reduced fees for high school assessments like AP exams, waived student device (Chromebook) insurance and home internet costs through local providers*Additionally, the number of qualified families increases district funding for student support programs. It is important for all families to apply, whether it seems qualification is likely or not.
Important End of Year Updates:
Gold Academy - Summer Basketball Academy
The Grand Rapids Gold, the NBA G League affiliate of the Denver Nuggets, announced today its 2024 Gold Academy Schedule. The team will hold four week-long basketball camps for children ages 8-14. Each program covers on court fundamental instruction and are designed to build basic skills alongside members of the NBA G League staff. All skill levels are welcome.
Current locations and times:
MSA Fieldhouse | June 24-27
8am to noon, Monday through Thursday
Click here to sign up
Holland Recreation | July 8-11
8am to noon, Monday through Thursday
Click here to sign up
Downtown YMCA | July 15-18
8am to noon, Monday through Thursday
Click here to sign up
Lakeshore MSA| July 29 - Aug. 1
8am to noon, Monday through Thursday
Click here to sign up
Camp includes: 4 Grand Rapids Gold tickets for the 2024-25 season, Gold Academy t-shirt, & snacks/drinks.
For more information, contact Trey Conner at 616.350.4881 or tconner@nbagrandrapids.com or register here.
Summer Meals Program Info - click here
Middle School Lifting, Summer Session:
Any questions please contact Jordyn Boitos, jboitos@khps.org
Lifting Sign-Up
Summer Schedule
Attention Incoming Freshman Interested In Sideline Cheer Next Fall!
Here is our registration form for varsity tryouts! This link has our tentative tryout dates and information, but
we are still working on some coaching transitions so there is a small chance tryout days/times will change.
Have them complete this form and prior to tryouts, please!
Football 2024-2025 7th & 8th Grade: Summer Workout
Embrace Her Summit - July 18
The EmbraceHer Summit brings together young girls of color, providing a space to instill their confidence and establish a firm belief in their strength. This is a free event for girls ages 12-17 with inspiring speakers, insightful workshops, engaging activities, giveaways, lunch & transportation provided. Register today.
FinalForms: We are asking ALL parents of athletes to use FinalForms starting this upcoming 2023-2024 athletic season. Participation fees can be paid online with FinalForms, Efunds, cash or check sent to the athletic offices prior to the start of each sports season. Please register at FinalForms and follow the prompts to create your account, create your students, and sign all your forms prior to the start of the participating sport. Get Started with the Parent Playbook
Notes From HealthBar:
This month we will be focusing on mental health overall. Our mental health is something that we all need to actively work on and if it is put on the back burner problems will quickly develop. Here are some things you can do for daily mental health maintenance:
1. Get plenty of sleep
2. Notice and take the time to enjoy the small things
3. Exercise
4. Eat healthy
5. Cut back on social media and disconnect
6. Get outside in nature
7. Connect with family and friends
Attached is a mental health fact sheet for children and teens. Facts Sheet
Attendance:
Our start time is 7:45am! We need your help getting students here on time! Any students arriving 10 minutes after class starts without an excused call/absence will be marked unexcused for the class (not a tardy). Please call the absence line 616-785-3225 or email, msattendance@khps.org. Please call ahead if your student/s need to leave early. We need to limit interruptions into the classroom. Please call in the morning and leave a message if needed, so a pass can be written. Students may not leave class without permission from the office.
Updated Attendance Policy for 2023-2024: All absences count toward attendance numbers, the only exception will be hospital stays. These are some changes we want to highlight:
Athletics Participation & Attendance: Athletes must be in school for the entire day in order to be eligible to compete in a scheduled practice or athletic event. In extreme situations, arrangements must be made with the Athletic Director and/or the Building Principal to acquire an excused absence. Scheduled appointments and funerals are an acceptable reason to be pre-excused. A medical/scheduled appointment note must be given to the athletic office if the appointment is during the scheduled school day.
Free and Reduced Program:
Please follow the link below to complete the Education Benefit Form online KHPS Education Benefit Form Although meals will be available at no cost this year, we encourage all families to complete the Education Benefit Form. Families that complete the form and qualify for free or reduced school meals may receive additional benefits including: Waived participation costs for athletics (excluding club sports), reduced fees for high school assessments like AP exams, waived student device (Chromebook) insurance and home internet costs through local providers*Additionally, the number of qualified families increases district funding for student support programs. It is important for all families to apply, whether it seems qualification is likely or not.
Important End of Year Updates:
Gold Academy - Summer Basketball Academy
The Grand Rapids Gold, the NBA G League affiliate of the Denver Nuggets, announced today its 2024 Gold Academy Schedule. The team will hold four week-long basketball camps for children ages 8-14. Each program covers on court fundamental instruction and are designed to build basic skills alongside members of the NBA G League staff. All skill levels are welcome.
Current locations and times:
MSA Fieldhouse | June 24-27
8am to noon, Monday through Thursday
Click here to sign up
Holland Recreation | July 8-11
8am to noon, Monday through Thursday
Click here to sign up
Downtown YMCA | July 15-18
8am to noon, Monday through Thursday
Click here to sign up
Lakeshore MSA| July 29 - Aug. 1
8am to noon, Monday through Thursday
Click here to sign up
Camp includes: 4 Grand Rapids Gold tickets for the 2024-25 season, Gold Academy t-shirt, & snacks/drinks.
For more information, contact Trey Conner at 616.350.4881 or tconner@nbagrandrapids.com or register here.
Summer Meals Program Info - click here
Middle School Lifting, Summer Session:
Any questions please contact Jordyn Boitos, jboitos@khps.org
Lifting Sign-Up
Summer Schedule
FinalForms: We are asking ALL parents of athletes to use FinalForms starting this upcoming 2023-2024 athletic season. Participation fees can be paid online with FinalForms, Efunds, cash or check sent to the athletic offices prior to the start of each sports season. Please register at FinalForms and follow the prompts to create your account, create your students, and sign all your forms prior to the start of the participating sport. Get Started with the Parent Playbook
Notes From HealthBar:
This month we will be focusing on mental health overall. Our mental health is something that we all need to actively work on and if it is put on the back burner problems will quickly develop. Here are some things you can do for daily mental health maintenance:
1. Get plenty of sleep
2. Notice and take the time to enjoy the small things
3. Exercise
4. Eat healthy
5. Cut back on social media and disconnect
6. Get outside in nature
7. Connect with family and friends
Attached is a mental health fact sheet for children and teens. Facts Sheet
Attendance:
Our start time is 7:45am! We need your help getting students here on time! Any students arriving 10 minutes after class starts without an excused call/absence will be marked unexcused for the class (not a tardy). Please call the absence line 616-785-3225 or email, msattendance@khps.org. Please call ahead if your student/s need to leave early. We need to limit interruptions into the classroom. Please call in the morning and leave a message if needed, so a pass can be written. Students may not leave class without permission from the office.
Updated Attendance Policy for 2023-2024: All absences count toward attendance numbers, the only exception will be hospital stays. These are some changes we want to highlight:
Athletics Participation & Attendance: Athletes must be in school for the entire day in order to be eligible to compete in a scheduled practice or athletic event. In extreme situations, arrangements must be made with the Athletic Director and/or the Building Principal to acquire an excused absence. Scheduled appointments and funerals are an acceptable reason to be pre-excused. A medical/scheduled appointment note must be given to the athletic office if the appointment is during the scheduled school day.
Free and Reduced Program:
Please follow the link below to complete the Education Benefit Form online KHPS Education Benefit Form Although meals will be available at no cost this year, we encourage all families to complete the Education Benefit Form. Families that complete the form and qualify for free or reduced school meals may receive additional benefits including: Waived participation costs for athletics (excluding club sports), reduced fees for high school assessments like AP exams, waived student device (Chromebook) insurance and home internet costs through local providers*Additionally, the number of qualified families increases district funding for student support programs. It is important for all families to apply, whether it seems qualification is likely or not.
PTO Meetings
Wednesday, June 5th @ 6:00 pm
Field Day
Monday, June 3rd
Volunteers
If you would like to volunteer or visit the school during school hours (this includes reading with students, helping teachers, attending a classroom party, watching a class play production and so forth), you must complete a background check for the new school year.
Background checks must be completed in person at any KH front office. Please bring a state-issued photo ID.
Mindful Minute with Pine Rest SAP
Back-to-school anxiety is tough... for the parent and the child! Are you nervous about your Kindergartner's first day or your college student being away from home for the first time? Pine Rest has a wealth of resources to assist you and your student during this transitional time. See below for age-relevant articles to battle those back-to-school blues.
Tips to Help Your Child Transition to Kindergarten
Tips to Ease Your Child's Back-to-School Anxiety
What to do When Your Child Avoids School: Tips for Parents
5 Tips for Sending your Child off to College
Letter from the Nurse
Hello, my name is Michelle and I am the Registered Nurse at Central Elementary. For those of you that do not know me, this will be my second year at Central and I am so excited to be back for another great school year! With the first day of school rapidly approaching, I wanted to send out a reminder that all medications kept at the school, prescription and non- prescription, will need a medication consent form filled out and signed by both a guardian and a physician. Attached you will find the Medication Consent form. This needs to be dated no earlier than July 1 and must be completed before administration of any medications at school.
If your child has allergies, asthma, diabetes, or seizures, an Emergency Action Plan is also required. You can receive these forms from your child's physician. If you would like a blank generic form, please contact me. Please note, these also require a physician signature. If your child has other chronic conditions that could require care at school or that I should be aware of, please let me know.
Please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns.
Thank you for your time,
Sincerely,
Michelle Sikkema, BSN, RN
Central Elementary - Kenowa Hills Public Schools
616.453.6351 ext. 6342
msikkema@khps.org
Transportation Reminder
If your student will get picked up or dropped off at a location that is not your home you’ll need to email an alternate transportation form to transportation@khps.org. Alternate bus changes take about 2 weeks to update.
The transportation department can also be reached at (616) 453-4757 or see more info at khps.org/transportation.
Bus Tracking - Ride 360
Kenowa Hills is proud to announce the launch of My Ride 360 and in-vehicle GPS geolocation to provide parents and students with real-time access to the bus stop locations, routes, pick-up times, and more. Register your account, add your students, and access tracking and bus information here.
Breakfast and Lunch
All students in Michigan will once again have the option of free breakfast and lunch at school! An Education Benefit application will take the place of the free & reduced meal benefit application. We will send it out via email as soon as it is shared with us. We ask that every family take a few moments to complete this application when it arrives. A snack bar will still be offered at Central. Money can be added to an account for purchasing these items using our new system, Titan. More information, and menus can be found here.
Strive for Less than Five
A reminder that attendance is important! At KHPS we strive for less than five absences for every student. Make every day count by being on time, setting appointments for before or after school when possible, and planning vacations when school is out. Read the flyer from the Kent ISD for details on this initiative (Eng and Sp).
Hand2Hand at Central
We would like to offer your student the opportunity to participate in a program at Central Elementary called “Hand2Hand”. This program helps provide a student with food for the weekends and is intended for families who currently may be experiencing a financial burden. The first backpack is set to be delivered on September 22nd. Learn more about this program, or how you can participate here.
Ride the Rapid Bus Changes
The Rapid has extended one of its bus routes to better serve businesses and families in our area. See the attached flyer for details.
Drop-off & Pick-up Reminders
We show Respect, We all stay Safe, Central SHINES! Earliest drop-off time is 8:30 am and school begins at 8:35 am. School ends at 3:37 pm. Please see the attached flyer for our Procedures Map and more information.
Spring Conferences
Thursday, March 7 4:00 - 7:30 pm
Tuesday, March 12 4:00 - 7:30 pm
Friday, March 15 12:30 - 2:30 pm
PTO Meetings
Wednesday, November 1st @ 6:00 pm
Wednesday, December 6th @ 6:00 pm
Wednesday, January 10th @ 6:00 pm
Wednesday, February 7th @ 6:00 pm
Wednesday, March 6th @ 6:00 pm
Wednesday, April 10th @ 6:00 pm
Wednesday, May 1st @ 6:00 pm
Wednesday, June 5th @ 6:00 pm
Field Day
Monday, June 3rd
Volunteers
If you would like to volunteer or visit the school during school hours (this includes reading with students, helping teachers, attending a classroom party, watching a class play production and so forth), you must complete a background check for the new school year.
Background checks must be completed in person at any KH front office. Please bring a state-issued photo ID.
Mindful Minute with Pine Rest SAP
Back-to-school anxiety is tough... for the parent and the child! Are you nervous about your Kindergartner's first day or your college student being away from home for the first time? Pine Rest has a wealth of resources to assist you and your student during this transitional time. See below for age-relevant articles to battle those back-to-school blues.
Tips to Help Your Child Transition to Kindergarten
Tips to Ease Your Child's Back-to-School Anxiety
What to do When Your Child Avoids School: Tips for Parents
5 Tips for Sending your Child off to College
Letter from the Nurse
Hello, my name is Michelle and I am the Registered Nurse at Central Elementary. For those of you that do not know me, this will be my second year at Central and I am so excited to be back for another great school year! With the first day of school rapidly approaching, I wanted to send out a reminder that all medications kept at the school, prescription and non- prescription, will need a medication consent form filled out and signed by both a guardian and a physician. Attached you will find the Medication Consent form. This needs to be dated no earlier than July 1 and must be completed before administration of any medications at school.
If your child has allergies, asthma, diabetes, or seizures, an Emergency Action Plan is also required. You can receive these forms from your child's physician. If you would like a blank generic form, please contact me. Please note, these also require a physician signature. If your child has other chronic conditions that could require care at school or that I should be aware of, please let me know.
Please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns.
Thank you for your time,
Sincerely,
Michelle Sikkema, BSN, RN
Central Elementary - Kenowa Hills Public Schools
616.453.6351 ext. 6342
msikkema@khps.org
Transportation Reminder
If your student will get picked up or dropped off at a location that is not your home you’ll need to email an alternate transportation form to transportation@khps.org. Alternate bus changes take about 2 weeks to update.
The transportation department can also be reached at (616) 453-4757 or see more info at khps.org/transportation.
Bus Tracking - Ride 360
Kenowa Hills is proud to announce the launch of My Ride 360 and in-vehicle GPS geolocation to provide parents and students with real-time access to the bus stop locations, routes, pick-up times, and more. Register your account, add your students, and access tracking and bus information here.
Breakfast and Lunch
All students in Michigan will once again have the option of free breakfast and lunch at school! An Education Benefit application will take the place of the free & reduced meal benefit application. We will send it out via email as soon as it is shared with us. We ask that every family take a few moments to complete this application when it arrives. A snack bar will still be offered at Central. Money can be added to an account for purchasing these items using our new system, Titan. More information, and menus can be found here.
Strive for Less than Five
A reminder that attendance is important! At KHPS we strive for less than five absences for every student. Make every day count by being on time, setting appointments for before or after school when possible, and planning vacations when school is out. Read the flyer from the Kent ISD for details on this initiative (Eng and Sp).
Hand2Hand at Central
We would like to offer your student the opportunity to participate in a program at Central Elementary called “Hand2Hand”. This program helps provide a student with food for the weekends and is intended for families who currently may be experiencing a financial burden. The first backpack is set to be delivered on September 22nd. Learn more about this program, or how you can participate here.
Ride the Rapid Bus Changes
The Rapid has extended one of its bus routes to better serve businesses and families in our area. See the attached flyer for details.
Drop-off & Pick-up Reminders
We show Respect, We all stay Safe, Central SHINES! Earliest drop-off time is 8:30 am and school begins at 8:35 am. School ends at 3:37 pm. Please see the attached flyer for our Procedures Map and more information.
Will you have a Kindergartener next year?
Mobile Dentist - is coming March 21st and March 22nd.
Forms were sent home, but here is where you can go to enroll your child online: https://www.myschooldentist.com/KHKEMI_schsrm.
PTO Meetings
Wednesday, May 1st @ 6:00 pm
Wednesday, June 5th @ 6:00 pm
Field Day
Monday, June 3rd
Spring Conferences
Thursday, March 7 4:00 - 7:30 pm
Tuesday, March 12 4:00 - 7:30 pm
Friday, March 15 12:30 - 2:30 pm
PTO Meetings
Wednesday, November 1st @ 6:00 pm
Wednesday, December 6th @ 6:00 pm
Wednesday, January 10th @ 6:00 pm
Wednesday, February 7th @ 6:00 pm
Wednesday, March 6th @ 6:00 pm
Wednesday, April 10th @ 6:00 pm
Wednesday, May 1st @ 6:00 pm
Wednesday, June 5th @ 6:00 pm
Field Day
Monday, June 3rd
Volunteers
If you would like to volunteer or visit the school during school hours (this includes reading with students, helping teachers, attending a classroom party, watching a class play production and so forth), you must complete a background check for the new school year.
Background checks must be completed in person at any KH front office. Please bring a state-issued photo ID.
Mindful Minute with Pine Rest SAP
Back-to-school anxiety is tough... for the parent and the child! Are you nervous about your Kindergartner's first day or your college student being away from home for the first time? Pine Rest has a wealth of resources to assist you and your student during this transitional time. See below for age-relevant articles to battle those back-to-school blues.
Tips to Help Your Child Transition to Kindergarten
Tips to Ease Your Child's Back-to-School Anxiety
What to do When Your Child Avoids School: Tips for Parents
5 Tips for Sending your Child off to College
Letter from the Nurse
Hello, my name is Michelle and I am the Registered Nurse at Central Elementary. For those of you that do not know me, this will be my second year at Central and I am so excited to be back for another great school year! With the first day of school rapidly approaching, I wanted to send out a reminder that all medications kept at the school, prescription and non- prescription, will need a medication consent form filled out and signed by both a guardian and a physician. Attached you will find the Medication Consent form. This needs to be dated no earlier than July 1 and must be completed before administration of any medications at school.
If your child has allergies, asthma, diabetes, or seizures, an Emergency Action Plan is also required. You can receive these forms from your child's physician. If you would like a blank generic form, please contact me. Please note, these also require a physician signature. If your child has other chronic conditions that could require care at school or that I should be aware of, please let me know.
Please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns.
Thank you for your time,
Sincerely,
Michelle Sikkema, BSN, RN
Central Elementary - Kenowa Hills Public Schools
616.453.6351 ext. 6342
msikkema@khps.org
Transportation Reminder
If your student will get picked up or dropped off at a location that is not your home you’ll need to email an alternate transportation form to transportation@khps.org. Alternate bus changes take about 2 weeks to update.
The transportation department can also be reached at (616) 453-4757 or see more info at khps.org/transportation.
Bus Tracking - Ride 360
Kenowa Hills is proud to announce the launch of My Ride 360 and in-vehicle GPS geolocation to provide parents and students with real-time access to the bus stop locations, routes, pick-up times, and more. Register your account, add your students, and access tracking and bus information here.
Breakfast and Lunch
All students in Michigan will once again have the option of free breakfast and lunch at school! An Education Benefit application will take the place of the free & reduced meal benefit application. We will send it out via email as soon as it is shared with us. We ask that every family take a few moments to complete this application when it arrives. A snack bar will still be offered at Central. Money can be added to an account for purchasing these items using our new system, Titan. More information, and menus can be found here.
Strive for Less than Five
A reminder that attendance is important! At KHPS we strive for less than five absences for every student. Make every day count by being on time, setting appointments for before or after school when possible, and planning vacations when school is out. Read the flyer from the Kent ISD for details on this initiative (Eng and Sp).
Hand2Hand at Central
We would like to offer your student the opportunity to participate in a program at Central Elementary called “Hand2Hand”. This program helps provide a student with food for the weekends and is intended for families who currently may be experiencing a financial burden. The first backpack is set to be delivered on September 22nd. Learn more about this program, or how you can participate here.
Ride the Rapid Bus Changes
The Rapid has extended one of its bus routes to better serve businesses and families in our area. See the attached flyer for details.
Drop-off & Pick-up Reminders
We show Respect, We all stay Safe, Central SHINES! Earliest drop-off time is 8:30 am and school begins at 8:35 am. School ends at 3:37 pm. Please see the attached flyer for our Procedures Map and more information.
Nothing is more precious than your children. Find out how we work to ensure students feel safe, valued, and that they belong.
Safety and Security Commitment to Anti-Bullying Creating Inclusive Environments Safety DrillsLife is busy. At Kenowa Hills, we partner with families to make life easier.
TRANSPORTATION BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CAREOur Personal Mastery educational experience has redefined education and has gained attention around the state and nation. Personal Mastery provides your child with personalized attention from teachers. Instead of teaching to a broad group of students without an understanding of their individual strengths and weaknesses, Personal Mastery allows teachers to interact with students individually or in small groups to help them better address their weaknesses. In this way, we strive to help your child reach their full potential.
PERSONAL MASTERY SPECIAL EDUCATION ENGLISH LEARNERS TECHNOLOGY IN THE CLASSROOMAt the home of the Knights, athletic programs are a vital part of building character, drive, commitment, and teamwork for our student athletes.
UP-TO-DATE SPORTS INFO ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT YOUTH SPORTS Athletic BoostersThe arts build pride and community at Kenowa Hills. From our Marching Knights to musical performances at our Performing Arts Center, we believe the student experience really is a work of art.
FINE ART PROGRAMS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER