The KCES Connection
The Week of November 15th, 2026
Welcome to The KCES Connection!
It is safe to say that we are busy at KCES! From classroom activities and special programs to family engagement nights and student celebrations, there are many exciting things taking place in the coming weeks at KCES.
It is always great to see our students participate, get involved, and make memories both inside and outside the classroom. These opportunities would not be possible without the dedication of our staff, the support of our families, and the involvement of our community.
KCES hopes to see you and your family at our upcoming events!
Cory Masson
Principal
Knox Community Elementary School
Home of the Lil' Redskins
Mrs. Melissa McCoin
Introducing Mrs. Melissa McCoin! Melissa has joined us in the KCES main office! She came to KCES from East Porter County School Corporation in a very similar role. She is married and has four children. Melissa loves to read and spend time with her family. Welcome, Melissa!
Dear Families,
Our first Redskin Pride goal is to Be Here! Let’s do a shout out for attendance so far this school year! So far, third grade is leading the way with a 96% attendance rate, followed by fourth grade at 95.95%, and second grade coming in third with 95.83%. If our students are feeling fine, it’s school time!
Being Kind is another important Redskin Pride goal we continue to work toward. If students make a choice that results in a visit with me, I always acknowledge that their feelings are valid. We talk through what happened, discuss what they could do differently next time, and identify ways to make a better choice moving forward.
As always, we look for every opportunity to show our students just how much we care and how proud we are of them - not only for their accomplishments but also for their effort, kindness, and growth. We love our Lil’ Redskins!
Mrs. Charlene Libey ❤️
Dean of Students
Breakfast Cost -
Milk - 0.50 Cents
Meal Cost - $1.75
Lunch Cost -
Milk - 0.50 Cents
Meal Cost - $2.60
For payment, parents/guardians can deposit money online, or your child can bring cash or a check to school in a labeled envelope with your child’s name on it.
CTE Fair at KHS
Our KCES 4th grade classes will be visiting the Career & Technical Education Fair at KHS on Tuesday, November 17th.
KHS Swim
Information for open swim at KHS.
Spell Bowl
Good luck!
Redskin Rally
November's Redskin Rally for great behavior will be Tuesday, November 24th.
Pies with Parents
Kindergarten will be having their Pies with Parents Event on Tuesday, November 24th in the KCES cafeteria. Please parent and enter at Door 7E.
- Mrs. Borkholder
- Mrs. Estok
- Ms. Garber
- Mrs. Ray
- Mrs. Born
- Mrs. Davis
Thanksgiving Break
Music - Winter Concerts
Tuesday, December 1st - Kindergarten at 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, December 1st - Second Grade at 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, December 2nd - First Grade at 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday, December 2nd - Third Grade at 7:00 p.m.
All programs will be held in the KCES gym. Please park and enter at Door 7E
Pre-K Field Trip
The preschool students will be visiting the Starke County Public Library on Monday, November 23rd.
- Mrs. Hazelton
- Mrs. Carlson
- Mrs. Suseland
KCES Food Drive
The KCSC Food Drive is underway and what a great way for our students to feel they are giving back to their community. Please see the list below for the items each grade level is collecting!
Pre-K: Oatmeal
Kindergarten: Pasta or Rice
First Grade: Cereal
Second Grade: Boxed Potatoes or Stuffing
Third Grade: Macaroni & Cheese, Peanut Butter, or Jelly
Fourth Grade: Canned Vegetables or Canned Fruit
Items can be sent into classrooms any time before Thursday, December 10th.
Developmental Preschool Program - Party
Mrs. Suseland's Developmental Preschool Program will be having a winter party on Wednesday, December 9th.
AM Session Students: 10:00-11:00 am
PM Session Students: 1:30-2:30 pm
Applied Skills - Party
Mrs. Fletcher's Applied Skills class will be having a winter party on Thursday, December 3rd from 8:30 am - 2:00 pm in the KCES multipurpose room.
Knox Elementary School Preschool
AM Session Students: 9:30 am
PM Session Students: 1:00 pm
Fourth Grade - Field Trip
Fourth Grade is going to the ISIS Theater in Winamac on Friday, December 18th.
Winter Break
KCSC will be on Winter Break from Monday, December 21st through Monday, January 4th.
Students return to school Tuesday, January 5th.
Bell Choir Concert
Please park and enter at Door 7E.
End of Quarter 2
Virtual & e-Learning Days
- In preparation for KCSC having an e-Learning or Virtual Day during the 2026-27 school year, your student’s Canvas login information has been sent via email and provided in hard copy.
- In addition, a “Quick Reference Sheet” is being provided with further instructions to help you navigate the process should the day occur.
Great Book of the Week - The Week of November 15th
Here are a few questions you can ask your student after reading the text.
- Where and when does the story take place?
- What happened first, next, and last?
- Which event was most important to the story? Explain why.
- What is one important detail you remember from the text?
- What is the main problem the character faces?
- Did you like this story? Why or why not?
