King Philip Regional High School

Principal's Message

Greetings KP Community,

As we move further into the spring season, there is a great deal happening across KPRHS. From classroom learning to extracurricular activities and events, this is one of the busiest and most energized times of the year. We encourage you to take a few moments to review the many updates and highlights included throughout this newsletter.

Today marks the end of Term 3, making it an important time for students to connect with their teachers, reflect on their progress, and finish the term on a strong note—especially if they are experiencing any challenges. As we look ahead to Term 4, we encourage all students to stay focused and continue working toward a strong finish to the year.

We also want to thank our students and families for their continued commitment to attendance. We have seen meaningful improvement this year, and that collective effort makes a significant impact. While spring can be a challenging time to maintain consistent attendance, being present each day is essential to mastering skills, building relationships, and progressing toward our Vision of a Graduate.

Nicole Bottomley

Principal

King Philip Regional High School

Pronouns: she/her/hers

4/3: No School, Good Friday

4/6: School Committee, 7-9 pm, HS Library

4/7: Chamber Concert, 7-8:30 pm, HS Auditorium

4/10: Junior Prom, 6-10 pm

4/14: DECA Mock Night, 6-8:30 pm HS Cafeteria

4/15 Early Release Day, 11:00 am

4/15: Europe Trip Parent Meeting, 6-9 pm, HS Library

4/16: POP Potluck Dinner, 5-7 pm, HS Cafeteria

Follow the following social media accounts-- @kphighschool, @kpcares, @kpstuco, @kphsathletics and Arbiter Live for sports schedules.

Attendance Update - Tier 1 Support

Consistent with the middle school and as part of our ongoing effort to improve attendance at KPRHS, we are implementing a new Tier 1 (this means for all students) attendance strategy this year. Beginning for the end of term 3, and at the midpoint of each term moving forward, families will receive an attendance update that includes their student’s current number of absences, a reminder of attendance benchmarks, and encouragement to check academic progress in Infinite Campus.

The goal of this communication is to keep families informed about attendance, reinforce the importance of daily attendance, and encourage conversations at home about both attendance and academic progress. Research shows that increasing awareness of attendance patterns can help improve attendance for many students.

This message is intended as a supportive reminder for all families, not just those with attendance concerns. Our intention is for families to receive an update at the midpoint of all four terms moving forward. A separate email will be sent on Monday with an example of the attendance letter and individual attendance letters will be sent to families by the end of the week. As always, we appreciate the partnership with all families to ensure KPRHS is a learning environment where all students thrive.

If you have ideas for additional strategies that could help support student attendance, please feel free to share them with us!

We’re getting ready for the Teacher & Staff Appreciation Luncheon on Wednesday, April 15 and need a little help to make it amazing!

Venmo donations: @KP-PTO

Or grab an item from our Signup Genius below:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4BACA729A6F49-62864671-2026

Every contribution—big or small—helps us show these incredible people how much they mean to our kids!

THANK YOU for helping us make this so special

Designer Bag Bingo – April 9

Spring is in the air! Join us for Designer Bag Bingo on Thursday, April 9 at the Franklin Elks for a chance to win one of 10 designer bags—perfect for the spring and summer season.

Enjoy light appetizers, a cash bar, exciting raffles, and a fun night out with friends.

All proceeds support the Senior Class All Night Party.

Event Details
Thursday, April 9
Franklin Elks
Doors open at 7:00 PM | Bingo begins at 7:30 PM

Register: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/kpbagbingo2026
Then submit payment via Venmo (@KP-PTO) or PayPal.

The King Philip Athletic Hall of Fame Committee is looking for nominations for inductees for the class of 2026. Nominations will be accepted until Monday, April 13th 2026 and the ceremony will be held in November.

Athletes, coaches and contributors will all be considered. Athletes must have graduated in the class of 2015 or earlier for consideration this year, and coaches must have at least 10 years of service to KP.

Here is a link to a form you can fill out online: Link: https://forms.gle/ZnT1ieM1t8VewEYMA

Here is a link to a printable form that can be mailed in: https://docs.google.com/document/d/15RJMDOyWF7813iDtO4I9Y20c02UWbhLszzwN3oUP9C0/edit?usp=sharing

This edition of the Family News and Resources includes:

• Prom Tips and Conversation Topics for Parents
• Hosting a Party? Learn about Social Host Liability Laws
• Groups for Youth at Area Agencies
• Parent/Caregiver Learning and Support Opportunities
• Support Resources for Families During School Vacation Week

How can you connect with Healthy KP?

• Drive by our billboards and tell your students and friends about the campaign
• Check out and promote our website - lots of great resources for parents and teens
• Connect with us on FB and Instagram and share
• Attend our monthly meetings on the third Wednesday of every month at 6pm held at the High School (typically in the library)
• Watch for our monthly Q&A column in the Wrentham/Norfolk paper
• Send students looking to connect and get involved our way (we are growing our student coalitions)

Thanks for reading! We are Healthy KP. Together, we can make a difference.

Tickets for King Philip Drama Program's production of Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express are now on sale!

A snowbound train traveling across Europe, a murdered passenger, and a famous detective ready to interrogate everyone onboard. But, the great Hercule Poirot will have his work cut out for him as more details about the victim come to light.

The students have been working very hard onstage and behind-the-scenes, tackling new creative elements! We can't wait for you all to see this thrilling classic by the Queen of Mystery herself!

Please note, this production may not be suitable for children under 12.

Follow along on our Instagram account (kpdramaprogram) for behind-the-scenes pictures.

Tickets: https://kingphiliphsdrama.seatyourself.biz/

We hope you will join us next Thursday, April 9 for a jazz cafe. The event will feature our high school jazz ensembles and combos as well as some special guests. It's an informal event that begins at 7:00 PM in the HS Cafeteria and should last about 75 minutes. Present your school ID for free admission.

Dear KP Community,

The KP SADD chapter will host Miles for Maura, a 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, May 3rd, in memory of my sister, Maura. This fundraiser supports scholarships for seniors in Maura’s honor while raising awareness about the dangers of drinking and driving. As a King Philip graduate, these efforts help keep her memory and legacy alive.

If you're interested in donating but unable to attend, you’re welcome to drop off checks payable to King Philip Regional High School in my mailbox or at my office.

We are forever grateful for all of the KP community support throughout the years. Thank you all so much for your continued commitment and participation.

We hope to see you on Sunday, May 3!

Arbiter Live for game schedules & locations

KP Athletics Webpage

KP Sports Boosters on Instagram

KP Athletics on Instagram

KP Hudl link to watch KP sports teams

Hockomock Sports League news, photos and awards

MIAA State Power Rankings for all KP Teams

The Friends of the Norfolk Public Library will hold its annual Book Sale on Saturday, April 25, 9 am to 3 pm at the Freeman-Kennedy School, 70 Boardman St. Norfolk. Free to the public.

All 2026 members of the Friends of the Library are welcome at the Friends-Only Early Access Sale on Friday, April 24, 6-9 pm. Friends memberships starting at $25 are available at the door beginning at 5:00 pm. The Saturday sale is open to all. For more information: www.norfolkmalibraryfriends.org

It's worth the trip to Norfolk, the small town with the very BIG book sale!

Do you want to learn a new language or experience a different culture? Have you thought about hosting a student from another country? Greenheart Exchange Program has 524 kids looking for a host family starting in the fall. Kids are from Norway, Sweden, Italy, Germany, Poland, France, Bolivia, Spain, Czech Republic, Switzerland and Brazil, to name a few.

For example there is a sweet 17 year old girl from Italy who LOVES to cook, enjoys music in all forms (especially concerts), has a dog, speaks English, Spanish and German and wants to experience American Halloween and Thanksgiving. She is only looking for a first semester family.

I am happy to answer any questions you may have. A student can share a room with your child of the same sex, no more or less than 3 years age difference. No kids at home? That is ok too! Is your family musically inclined? Sports fanatics? Every family is unique...let me match you up with a student! Some kids specifically ask for Massachusetts too!

Reach out to Eileen Cahoon at elcportraits@yahoo.com or 774-291-9379

If your student is eligible for Free & Reduced Meals, with their parents permission, KPHS Administration is able to share their information with other departments to offer discounted pricing on other things such as Prom tickets, SAT tests, club activities and more. If you are interested in sharing this information please complete the attached form Sharing Information Form

Universal Free School Meals for All Students

Governor Healey and the Massachusetts Legislature have made Massachusetts the 8th state to make School Meals for All permanent, beginning immediately for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year! School meals will be offered at no cost to all students.

Free and Reduced Cost Meals Application

Please note that even though meals will be free for all, it is very important for families in need to still complete the household Application for Free and Reduced Price Meals for the 2025-2026 school year. This allows districts to establish eligibility for other federal benefits and school programs. Families who have been eligible for Free and Reduced Meals in the past must apply again for 2025-2026. Please know that the application is confidential with only the Director of Food Services and administrators having access. All students receive the same meals.

King Philip Free and Reduced Meals Application (scroll down to the application section)

For more information on the School Meals Program, please visit the food services page on the district's website, King Philip Schools Food Services Department.

News from the Nurses Office:

Parents/guardians - Please be aware that if your child feels ill while at school - please encourage them to visit the nurse's office for evaluation. If we deem it medically necessary, you will be contacted and we will excuse the dismissal. If a student dismisses themselves without being seen by the nurses, their dismissal cannot be excused ( without a doctor's note).

Please keep your students home if they are ill. This includes: fever (greater than 100 degrees and your child may return to school only after their temperature has been consistently below 100 degrees, by mouth, for a minimum of 24 hours), vomiting (even once) and diarrhea.

WE do not carry OR provide cold/cough medicine. We do not carry OR provide Claritin or Allegra

( allergy medicine). The Benadryl we have in the office is for anaphylactic events .

If you need to dismiss your student during the school day you must either come into the office and sign them out in person or you can email hsattendance@kingphilip.org. Dismissals are not done over the phone. If at all possible, please email at the beginning of the school day. Only excused absences allow students to make up missed work. The KPRHS Student Handbook lists what constitutes an excused absence.

Please note: Juniors do not have 'senior' privileges and are not allowed to leave during the school day. The consequence for any student leaving school without permission is a Saturday Detention for the first offense.

also "Students misusing their parking privileges by leaving school grounds before the end of the school day may be subject to having their parking privileges revoked."

King Philip Regional Schools offers the following program to those who may not have internet access available for their KP student.The device provided is a modified mobile hotspot providing filtered internet intended for educational purposes.

To access the program please fill out the following form and return it to the Technology Department.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1goM-YWK8gCQEZUmk2gWFTnCdzDbk93S1/view?usp=sharing

The form is also available in printed format in the tech office at each building.

We establish high academic standards and expectations for personal responsibility. Students are encouraged to become lifelong learners, to be productive contributors to society, to set ambitious goals, and to use all available resources.

Principal: Nicole Bottomley

Assistant Principal: Kip Lewis

Assistant Principal: Karen Archambault

Assistant Principal: Jill Poirier

Athletic Director: Gary Brown

Website: https://www.kingphilip.org/high-school/
Twitter: @KingPhilipHS

Instagram: KPHighSchool

Location: 201 Franklin St, Wrentham MA 02093
Phone: 508-384-1000