KPMS Newsletter
King Philip Regional Middle School
School Health Screenings
The health office will begin conducting health screenings in mid-October. Screenings will continue over the next couple of months. All school health screenings are required by Massachusetts state law.
Parents/guardians may request that their student not participate in a specific screening. Please email msnurse@kingphilip.org with your student's name and the screening that you wish to opt them out of.
7th Grade Screenings
- Hearing
- Vision
- SBIRT: Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) is an approach to the delivery of early intervention and treatment to people with substance use disorders and those at risk of developing these disorders. The State of Massachusetts mandates that all students in grades 7 and 9 be screened.
8th Grade Screening
- Postural screening for scoliosis or a curved spine
Please contact the health office with any questions or concerns regarding health screenings.
Unity Day is on Wednesday! 🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡
On Wednesday, KPMS will celebrate Unity Day by participating in activities throughout the morning. Students will start the day on Wednesday by reporting to their homeroom. The only thing students need to bring with them is a writing utensil. Don't forget to wear orange!
We're looking forward to a great day!
Early Release Day on Wednesday, October 21
Wednesday, October 21 is an Early Release Day. Student dismissal will be at 11:00 AM. Staff will be participating in Professional Development.
Please remember that students must ride their assigned bus home.
Student Council Meeting
There will be a meeting of the KPMS Student Council on Tuesday, October 20th after school in room 118. Students may take the late bus home.
Join the Math League!
The Math League is meeting on Tuesdays from 2:20 PM - 3:00 PM in Room 123. Students can take the late bus home. Drop in anytime to give it a try! Students who participate in Cross Country or other Fall sports are welcome to join when the season ends. Please contact Mrs. Kriegsman if you have any questions.
Unified Fitness Club Interest Meeting
Are you looking for a fun way to get involved, make connections, and be part of something meaningful? Join us for a Unified Fitness Club interest meeting on Thursday, October 22nd, from 2:30 - 2:50 after school in the cafeteria. We're looking for students who want to be peer mentors, make new friends, and learn what Unified Fitness is all about. All students are welcome, so bring a friend and come check it out! We can't wait to see you there!
On October 2, during our State of the School assemblies, we took a moment to recognize the Students of the Month that were selected for their work in September. Teachers chose the students, named below, because they exceeded our schoolwide expectations and acted as positive role models for their peers. Congratulations to each of them!
Click on the picture or on the link below to access the October 5th update from Dr. Rich Drolet, Superintendent of Schools.
October 2026
This month's edition includes information related to:
- World Mental Health Day/Depression Awareness Month
- National Bullying Prevention Month- A helpful guide for parents- Bullying Prevention 101 for Adults
- Parent/Caregiver Learning Opportunities to Support Your Child Offered in October
- Fuel Assistance for Winter 2026 - applications open October 1, 2026
King Philip Middle School
Michelle J. Kreuzer, Principal
Pamela Storme, Grade 7 Assistant Principal
Jay Donovan, Grade 8 Assistant Principal
Website: https://www.kingphilip.org/MiddleSchool
Location: 18 King Street, Norfolk, MA, USA
Phone: 508-541-7324
KPMS Instagram: kingphilipms