April

Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR)

Remote Students & IAR (click here) :

  • Detailed information was shared with families prior to Spring Break regarding IAR. If you missed that email but want your child to participate, please contact their guidance counselor by Monday, April 12.

  • On April 19, 20 & 22, students who are in-person will be taking IAR testing. Teachers will not be hosting virtual classes during IAR testing and will not upload new content at the same pace as typical.

In-person Students & IAR:

    • Students will be taking the IAR test on April 19, 20 & 22 during the school day. What do they need for IAR testing? A good nights sleep, a yummy breakfast, their school device, charger, & a good book.

    • If your child is absent during that time, IAR makeup tests will begin on April 26.

Food Mobile-4.10, 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Click here for more information.

Spring Pictures - optional

On Monday, Friday, April 16, all students have the option of participating in Spring Picture Day. Picture packages may be purchased online at https://my.lifetouch.com using the Picture Day ID: EVTFJZWTR. Hard copies of the order form will be available on picture day, available to pick up in advance and sent home with in-person students.

  • Remote Students: If you choose to participate, you are welcome to come anytime from 9 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Please ring the buzzer at the main entrance.

  • In-person Students: If you choose to participate, you will have your photo taken during P.E./Health class.

Virtual ATtendance & Communication

Many teachers regularly invite students to join classes virtually. If your child does not join, teachers may count them absent as a communication tool. Knowing who joins virtual classes helps teachers know which students may need some extra help and keeps parents informed.

The Masked Cavalier, Season 2

In March 2020, we found ourselves grieving losses due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The Kingsley staff committed to finding gratitude despite the circumstances #silverlinings and made efforts to bring joy & laughter to our students & families. Thus, The Masked Cavalier was born!

This year, many students have shared how much they enjoyed The Masked Cavalier. So, we aren't quitting our day jobs :-) but The Masked Cavalier, Season 2 is here!

How does it work?

  • An episode is shared via email & the Infinite Campus portal on a Wednesday morning. Want to watch a sample? The Masked Cavalier 2021, episode 2

  • Students have 24 hours to vote for their favorite Masked Cavalier.

  • The Masked Cavalier with the fewest votes is unmasked the following Monday.

Student-version of The Masked Cavalier 2021, Season 2

Kingsley has hosted a Student Talent Show for many years. In an effort to give students an opportunity to shine in May 2020, our annual Talent Show was converted to an online, Masked Cavalier - Student-style! By student request, we are doing hosting a Masked Cavalier-Student Style again this year! More details will be shared as we get closer to that time.

Athletics Update

Golf: If your child is interested in participating in golf, please find out more here. It can begin this week!

21-22 KJHS Cheer & Dance Tryouts: We are working on tryout details to be held in May. To preregister for Cheer or Dance tryouts, click here & go to the Announcements area.

21-22 Normal West Dance Team Informational Parent & Student Meeting: 4.16 from 6-7p.m. in the NCWHS cafeteria

Garden Assistance

Mr. Penhollow, a retired KJHS Guidance Counselor, maintains our beautiful gardens. Over the summer, he would love some help weeding and watering.

If you would like to help, email Ms. France (francesm@unit5.org) &/or look for a sign up in the May Kingsley Connection!

KJ News - Read the latest edition here.

Parent-Teacher Organization

  • No Hassle Fundraiser: Help the PTO help KJHS students by donating. Details are provided here.

  • Want to serve on the KJH PTO? We have three open positions which are the Cav Cash Store Coordinator, Vice-President, & Secretary. Anyone interested can email KJHSpto@gmail.com.

#KingsleyCARES

April Dates to Note

Student Announcements are full of information about Club meetings, birthdays, etc. Student announcements are displayed during lunch daily & linked to the Kingsley Website under "Daily Announcements." April 5-9 are here.

April

  • 16 Spring School Pictures - optional

  • 19, 20, 22 IAR Testing

  • 23 No School - Teacher Institute

How do I use the Infinite Campus Parent Portal App?

Use the app to find messages from Kingsley, lunch account balance, assignments, grades & more!