October 10, 2025
Announcements 10/10

1. Good morning, Cougs! Today is Friday, October 10th. Today is World Mental Health Day. This day is about raising awareness of the importance of mental health and reminding us that it’s okay to talk about how we’re feeling. Just like we take care of our physical health, our mental health matters too. If you’re ever feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or just need someone to listen, remember that you are not alone. Reach out to a trusted adult, a teacher, a counselor, or a friend. And remember, a simple act of kindness like checking in on someone or offering a smile can make a big difference in someone’s day. Let’s continue to support each other and make KPMS a place where everyone feels safe, valued, and cared for.
2. Please continue to walk right and talk right while speaking at a level 1 volume in the halls. Keep cell phones and wireless HEADPHONES and earbuds stored away and out of sight for the entirety of the school day. Remember to stay within your personal bubble, keeping your hands and feet to yourself. Please use your Chromebook for its intended purpose and know that your activity is monitored at the building and district level. Let's go out of our way to display kindness and respect to develop a sense of belonging for ALL!
3. Please take a moment to complete the KPMS September Sense of Belonging Survey so we can continue to capture your voice as students and develop strategies to ensure that ALL students feel seen, safe, and supported.
4. Do you have an interest in joining this year's ASB as a grade-level representative? Applications will be available in the office this Friday, either before school or during lunch. Completed applications will be due October 17th, and voting for grade level reps will occur at the end of the month. There is room for 2 per grade level to join our current ASB officers. Any questions, please see Mrs. Dykman or Mrs. Welander.
5. Spirit wear orders are in. If you or your family purchased spirit wear, you can pick it up at the bookkeeper's window during lunch. We will open the spirit wear store again in November for round two.
6. This is a reminder that there is no school on Monday!
Friday Riddle: Throw away the outside and cook the inside, then eat the outside and throw away the inside. What is it?