Cardinal Country News
Kilbourne Middle School
FROM THE PRINCIPAL'S DESK
KMS Families,
A talking point at school over the last couple of weeks has been taking ownership of your actions. When I redirect students, the responses I get sound something like this:
“That’s not mine…she did it first…he was running too.”
Here’s what I’m asking them to say instead: If they are caught running in the halls, say “my bad.” If there’s trash left on the lunch table, say “I can help with that.” If you step on the shoe of the person in front of you, say “oops, I’m sorry.”
We’re trying to remind students that we all make mistakes. But, if you don’t acknowledge you made a mistake, you can’t learn from it. When students take ownership of their actions, instead of deflecting or blaming others, they set themselves up to learn and grow each day.
We’re always working to help students reach their full potential!
Have a great weekend!
Worthington Connects
Dear Worthington Families,
As the holiday season approaches, we warmly invite you to join Worthington Connects, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting families in need within the Worthington community. Our mission is to provide essential resources, spreading joy and hope to those facing challenges.
There are several meaningful ways you can give back this holiday season:
Sponsor a Family: Provide gifts and essential items directly to a family in need.
Donate a Laundry Basket of Essentials: Items like cleaning supplies, toiletries, and non-perishable food are always appreciated.
Contribute to a Family Stocking: Gift cards, small gifts, and other stocking stuffers are wonderful ways to brighten someone’s holiday.
Monetary or Gift Card Donations: Your financial contributions or gift cards help us address families' unique needs.
To learn more or to make a donation, please fill out this Google Form to let us know how you'd like to contribute.
Click here to make a monetary donation.
Veteran's Day Guest Speakers needed
KMS is looking for guest speakers to talk to our students on Veterans Day (Wednesday, November 11th). If you know a veteran who may be willing to speak to classes of students for a period or two, please reach out to Mr. Smith at ssmith@wscloud.org as soon as possible.
We are also looking for photos & information for our Veterans Day slideshow. If you have a veteran you would like to honor in our school’s annual slideshow, click here to share their service information.
Thank you so much for helping our students learn more about our nation’s military service members!
Cardinal of the Week
Each week students can be nominated by a teacher when they are caught embracing our values of working hard and being kind. This week we are so proud to recognize:
Isabel Hogan
Jayden O'Campo-Torres
Drama Club Info Night
Want to hear all about Drama Club?
Join us on October 27th 4-5:30pm in the KMS auditorium.
Auditions will be held November 4th & 5th 4-5:30
7th Grade Boys Basketball
Come get prepared for upcoming tryouts!
Open gyms are October 27th from 4-5:30pm in the gym.
7th GRADE BOYS BASKETBALL TRYOUTS November 2nd & 3rd 6-8pm and November 4th 4-6pm
Questions? See Mr. Smith!
Important Dates to Remember
No School November 3rd
DrewStrong Day November 24th **details to follow**
Thanksgiving Break Wednesday November 25th-Sunday November 29th
MAP testing in ELA December 8th
MAP testing in MATH December 9th
KMS Cell Phone Policy
Phones are not permitted during the school day.
In accordance with state law, if a student brings a phone to school, they are expected to keep it in their locker. If students have a phone in class, they will be reminded to take it to their locker. If they repeatedly bring a phone to class, they will be asked to take it to the office for the remainder of the day.
Food Delivery services not accepted
