Good Morning, Crusaders! Happy Tuesday and Happy St. Patrick’s Day! We’re glad you’re here! Today is a GOLD day.
Announcements:
Today’s weather at noon: 18 degrees. Please dress appropriately because once you go out, you are not allowed to come back in. Snow
Homework Club is from 2:45 - 3:45 in the Library.
Forensics meets today from 2:45 - 3:45 in Ms. Hillshafer’s room G-116.
Key Club is cancelled for tonight. Please make sure you have a ride home. Again, Key Club is cancelled for tonight.
Congrats to Mr. Hlavacek’s 4th block for being a phenomenal class!! Mrs. Awesome will be visiting this week with some prizes.
The Crusader Newspaper will meet after school in Mrs. Feucht's room (G 138) tomorrow, March 18th. Please bring your ideas for the Spring paper. See you on Wednesday!
Variety Show Auditions! Auditions are TODAY and THURSDAY in the choir room from 3:00–4:00 PM. Don’t forget to sign up!
All acts are welcome — singing, dancing, acting, taekwondo, juggling… You name it! Come prepared to impress the judges! Have your act memorized and ready to shine.
The KMS School Store will be open tomorrow during Advisory. Make sure to bring your money tomorrow so you can attend the school store.
Lost and Found tables are getting full. Please make sure to check the tables by the Main office on your way to lunch.
Student Reminders
Advisory - Students, please make sure to bring everything you need to Advisory. With only one student allowed out at a time, we want to make sure we're not preventing other students from getting the help that they need. So please make sure to have everything you need for advisory.
Students, the buses leave at 2:52 pm. Please be sure to be out in your bus line before then. And do not cross in front of the buses. Ask a staff member to help you.
STANDARDIZED TESTING INSPIRATIONS: Happy First Day of Forward Testing! This week marks an important milestone—our state English Language Arts/Reading testing is officially underway. I want to take a moment to say how proud I am of all the hard work you've put in to prepare for this moment. You've read, written, practiced, and grown so much this year, and now it's time to show what you know. Remember, this test is just one opportunity to demonstrate the incredible skills you've been building. Take your time, read carefully, do your best, and most importantly—believe in yourself. Let’s show everyone just how strong our minds and voices are. I believe in each and every one of you, and I know you’re going to do great. Good luck, and let’s make this a great week! You’ve got this!
Today is your chance to show off what you’ve learned. Remember, this test is just one moment in time—it does not define you. Take your time, stay focused, and do your best. We believe in you!
As we begin today’s testing, remember to trust your preparation. You’ve worked hard, and this is your opportunity to shine. Take a deep breath, stay confident, and keep pushing forward—you’ve got this!
Testing can be tough, but so are you. Stay positive, stay steady, and give your best effort. We are proud of you not for your score, but for your perseverance and commitment.
Each question is a chance to show your growth. Don’t rush, don’t stress—just focus and do your best. We are in this together, and we are so proud of the effort you’re putting in.”
You’ve come so far this week, and we couldn’t be prouder. Remember—testing is temporary, but the skills you’re building last a lifetime. Finish strong today—you’ve got this!
ACT Word of the Day is jubilation - joy, exultation. There was jubilation in the crowd as the winning run was scored.
Today’s Crusader Trivia Question: How many pounds of green vegetable dye are now used to turn the Chicago River green?
Go to our website to answer! The link will be right by the lunch count link.
TRIVIA LINK! https://forms.gle/P96XSqUp4S2acsk89
Friday’s Trivia Answer: Anne Frank wrote a famous diary while hiding from the Nazis in Amsterdam.
Congratulations to Today’s Winners: Scarlet Vang (7th Grade) and Liam Robinson (8th Grade). Get a pass and come on down to the MAIN office for your prize!
Please prepare for the Pledge of Allegiance: I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.
Here at KMS, the K also stands for KIND. So be kind to each other, keep your hands to yourself, and listen to your teachers.
Make it a great day, Crusaders. The choice is yours.