KPMS Back to School

August 10, 2026

Dear King Philip Regional Middle School Families:

We are excited to welcome students back for the first day of school on Wednesday, September 2, 2026. The KPMS faculty and staff look forward to seeing our returning students and meeting our new students and their families. A new school year brings the promise of new experiences, meaningful learning, and personal growth.

At KPMS, we are committed to providing your child with consistency, structure, and a caring environment. We strive to inspire students to explore their interests and to prepare them for success. Our faculty and staff will work hard to make school a positive experience in which your child feels supported and challenged while continuing to develop a love of learning.

Below, you will find important information and reminders to help you prepare for the start of the school year. Please note that some details may be updated as we approach September. Thank you in advance for your flexibility and support.

If you have any questions or concerns at any point during the year, please do not hesitate to contact the main office at 508-541-7324 or email me directly at kreuzerm@kingphilip.org.

Warmly,

Michelle J. Kreuzer

Principal

King Philip Regional Middle School

Summer assignments are posted on the middle school website. There is work posted for both mathematics and for English Language Arts. Students should complete these assignments for the start of school.

School supply lists can be accessed through the link below. Please note that for the first few weeks of school, green/gold physical education clothing will not be needed.

*Due by September 2, 2026*

MA Health Requirements: In compliance with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health regulations, the KP School district requires the following documents before a student enters the school.

The school nurse must receive the following documents:

• The latest physical within 30 days of entering the school

• A current physical (within last year) for ALL 7th and 10th grade students

• Annually before participation in school-sponsored sports

Immunization Requirements:

Massachusetts Department of Public Health Regulation 105 CMR 220 requires immunizing students before starting school. An immunization certificate/record that includes the month, day, and year the immunizations were administered must be submitted to and reviewed by the school nurse before the student begins school.

Exemption - If there are medical reasons why your child has not been immunized, a certificate must be obtained from your physician and forwarded to the school nurse; this letter should be provided annually. For religious exemption, a letter must be provided annually stating that the immunization(s) are against one's sincere religious beliefs. Please note that if there is an outbreak of a communicable disease, those students with exemptions may be excluded for the duration of the incubation of that particular illness.

Immunization Guidelines: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/school-immunizations

Please submit Middle School information to: msnurse@kingphilip.org

Please submit High School information to: hsnurses@kingphilip.org

Thank you,

KP Nursing Team

Student schedules will be ready for students to view on Infinite Campus on the morning of Thursday, August 20, 2026.

The KPMS School Walkthrough will take place on Thursday, August 20, 2026 from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM and 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM. Students and families will have the opportunity to walk the hallways, locate classrooms, and try out lockers. In the past, some students have also used this time to set up their lockers for the school year.

7th Graders & New Students - Please stop by the cafeteria when you arrive to pick up a paper copy of your schedule, a school map, and a scavenger hunt guide.

8th Graders - You are are welcome to come and find your new classrooms. Please view your schedule on Infinite Campus.

Parents, Guardians, and Caregivers are welcome to stop by the school as well!

Chromebooks for new students have arrived! We have two opportunities prior to the start of school for 7th graders and new students to pick up their Chromebooks: an early pickup day and the KPMS School Walkthrough.

To help avoid long lines and heavy crowds on August 20, we would greatly appreciate families taking advantage of the early pickup day if they are able.

Chromebook pickup will be available on Friday, August 14, as well as during the KPMS School Walkthrough on Thursday, August 20. Students can pick up their Chromebook in the cafeteria during the following times on either day:

• 9:00 AM–11:00 AM
• 12:30 PM–2:30 PM

**Important: Prior to pick-up, you must register your child for a Chromebook.**

PLEASE CLICK HERE to fill out the registration form. On the registration form there will also be an option to purchase a protection plan. Please note that the KP School District Chromebook registration form is on the King Philip High School's Arbiter Sports registration page.

Students who are unable to pick-up their Chromebook during the School Walkthrough or early pick-up day will receive their Chromebook during the opening days of school.

Each student will receive a school Google account (ending in @kingphilip.org) to use for school-related information. The Technology Department enforces password requirements that include mandatory password changes and complexity standards. When creating a new password, it must be at least 8 characters long, include both letters and numbers, and cannot be a previously used password.

Students who experience issues logging into their accounts should contact the Tech Department at studenttechhelp@kingphilip.org.

School counselors are based on the first letter of students' last names:

• Eric Lipschutz – Last Names A–F

• Sarah Hoffman – Last Names G–M

• Leah Barry – Last Names N–Z

Our school counselors work closely with teaching teams to support students socially, emotionally, and academically. They also serve as liaisons between home and school. Services include individual and group counseling, academic and scheduling support, assistance with transitions, and referrals to outside resources when needed.

We look forward to continuing our partnership in supporting all KPMS students and families.

Back to School Night gives parents and guardians the opportunity to meet their child's team of teachers and to hear an overview of what their child will study during the school year.

Grade 7 and 8 Back to School Nights are held on different evenings to accommodate parking needs. Each event will be from 6:00 - 8:00 PM.

Please make sure to update your contact information on Infinite Campus. It is extremely important that we have the correct information in the database for your family. If you have any trouble logging-in to Infinite Campus or with updating your contact information, please email icsupport@kingphilip.org for assistance.

• Our website contains the most up-to-date information for families.
• Daily announcements are linked on the middle school homepage (scroll down to the Google Slides box).
• The King Philip Regional School District Facebook page will post middle school news articles periodically.
• Throughout the year, the KPMS Newsletter is emailed to families every 1-2 weeks.
• Short updates about school activities may be sent home during the week through email by the main office staff.
• Please be aware that main office emails come from the address icsupport@kingphilipma.mg.infinitecampus.org.