April 2023

Dear Kingsley families,

Welcome back from Spring Break! Believe or not, we are now in the final 8 weeks of the 22-23 school year and that brings a time of transition to Kingsley Junior High School as we look to welcome the KJHS Class of 2026 and say "good bye and good luck" to the KJHS Class of 2023. The end of the school year holds some fun and exciting activities for the KJHS student body and we're looking forward to a strong finish to the school year. 

I want to bring a few things to your attention. First, please remember that Friday, April 7th, is an early release day (11:45 am) and Monday, April 10th, is a School Improvement Day so there is no student attendance. Second, if you have students returning to Unit 5 next year and have not yet completed online registration, please consider doing that soon. Staffing decisions are being made based on projected enrollments and online registration contributes to those student counts. Finally, I know the recent referendum had families facing some difficult decisions. However you voted, I appreciate the thought and consideration that played into your decision. 

As I've said so many times this year, thank you so much for your continued support. Your partnership and encouragement continue to be an inspiration to the KJHS staff. Have a wonderful week! 

Ms. Palmer

The end of year 8th grade dance is scheduled for the evening of Friday, May 12th, from 6-8 pm. More details will be sent out to 8th grade families soon. Please note that this dance is hosted and organized by 8th grade parents. The dance steering committee met this week and will be sending out donation and volunteer needs shortly. Thank you in advance for your support as we create a memorable evening for the KJHS Class of 2023. 

The KJHS Drama Club is putting on its spring performance of "100 Years of Broadway" on April 21st (6 pm)  & 22nd (2pm). Want to help support Kingsley Drama Club? Consider becoming a Drama Club Sponsor. 

April's PRIDE theme is "D is for Determination". We appreciate your support in encouraging our KJHS students to show determination as they pursue their goals! 

Knowing who to contact at KJHS about certain issues can be challenging. We hope this mini-guide helps as to who to contact first when you are needing assistance. 

• Absences (partial or full day): KJHS Attendance line (309-557-4456)

• Classroom level issues (grades, behavior, etc.): Your student's teacher(s)

• General questions about KJHS: KJHS Main Office line (309 - 557-4407)

• Student information/registration updates: KJHS Guidance office (557-4849)

• Sports related questions:  Mrs. Ambrose (557-4862 or ambrosev@unit5.org) or Mr. Davis

• Student behavior issues: Student's AP

  • • • • • • • • Last name A-K: Mr. Larson (557-4858 or larsond@unit5.org)

                • Last name L-Z: Mr. Davis (557 - 4962 or davissy@unit5.org) 

• Student schedules: KJHS Guidance office (557-4849)

• Student support services: KJHS Guidance office (557-4849)

Registration for next School Year (23-24) is now open.  Current Unit 5 student information can be found on the Established Student Registration page.  This link is for families that had a student registered with Unit 5 for the 2022-2023 school year. To access,  log in to the Infinite Campus Parent Portal, go to "More" on the left hand side of the page, and click on "Online Registration."  For further guidance, please refer to the  Returning Student Online Registration Help & the Infinite Campus Returning Student Registration Directions 

There are no fees due at this time for any students. Fees will be available to pay in July, and additional information will be made available closer to that time. 

If you have questions please contact the KJHS main office at (309) 557 - 4407.  If necessary, please leave a message on the main phone line. 

The end of year 8th grade dance is scheduled for the evening of Friday, May 12th, from 6-8 pm. More details will be sent out to 8th grade families soon. Please note that this dance is hosted and organized by 8th grade parents. The dance steering committee met this week and will be sending out donation and volunteer needs shortly. Thank you in advance for your support as we create a memorable evening for the KJHS Class of 2023. 

To parents of the Class of 2027 (yes, 8th grade parents, that's you)... high school registration is around the corner. Here are upcoming dates that you should be aware of. 

Incoming students & families often ask "how can my child get involved & participate in the Kingsley community?" Great question! 

Off of the main page of the Kingsley website, there is an "extracurriculars" page with our club and activity information. For students, we post club information in the daily announcements & on "What's Kickin' at Kingsley?" bulletin boards throughout the school. Here is a list of our current clubs: 

Black Student Union (BSU) Jazz Band Speech/Debate Team

Board Game Club Kingsley Bible Club Spirit Club

Drama Club Kingsley Stream Team Strategy Card Games Club

FCCLA Kingsley Student Council Tech Club

Fellowship of Student Athletes (FCA) KJHS Book Club Wyld Life

Harry Potter Club Not In Our School (NIOS) Yearbook