KMS Bobcat Weekly

Engage. Educate. Empower.

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KMS Students Do Right!

KMS will use Do Right! as a tool to teach positive behavior expectations, reinforce positive behavior when we see it, and reteach expected behavior when necessary. Please join us in helping students successfully meet KMS & parent/guardian expectations that they Do Right! at school, home, and in the community.

Bobcats do what? Do Right!

Purpose of the Motto:

1. To emphasize positive behavior is the expectation for our students.

2. A tool to redirect student behavior in a positive manner.

3. To foster a positive feeling among students about doing the right thing.

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Krum Middle School

Krum Middle School educates students in the sixth through eighth grade. Students may participate in activities including, but not limited to: UIL academics, sports, choir, band, cheerleading, and FFA. KMS is proud to have a positive, affirming, and collaborative school culture, as well as, a safe school climate. KMS is known to be positive learning environment with a focus on high expectations and excellence.

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2017-2018 KMS THEME

The theme for the 2017-2018 school year is Together We Rise! Students, staff, and parents will no doubt face many challenges this year. We will meet these challenges with a spirit of cooperation, collaboration, and community. Together we will rise above these challenges and experience success! We would love to see you share pictures with members of the KMS community using the following hashtags. #KMSProud #KMSRise

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KMS Mission Statement

In partnership with the community and parents, Krum Middle School will engage, educate and empower students to become lifelong learners committed to academic excellence, integrity, and service to others.

WELCOME BACK KMS BOBCATS

THIS IS THE YEAR!

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Greetings Bobcat Families,

I am excited to return to KMS as your new principal! I was blessed to serve the KMS community as assistant principal from 2012 until 2015. I look forward to working with the KMS family to make the 2017-18 school year truly special for our school community. I believe that education is a partnership between a school and the community. I look forward to collaborating with you, the staff, and students at KMS to provide a safe and nurturing learning environment where your student(s) can reach his or her academic, social, and emotional potential.

As the son of a Dallas Police officer, I am proud to come from a family with a background in public service. This year will mark my 21st year in public education. I began my teaching and coaching career at Briarhill Middle School in Highland Village, Texas. After that I taught social studies and coached football at Marcus High School in Flower Mound, Texas and Ryan High School in Denton, Texas. Prior to returning to KMS, I proudly served the KISD community as assistant principal at the Early Education Center.

I believe that education is a tool we can use to make positive changes in our lives. I am a graduate of Blue Ridge High School in Blue Ridge, Texas. I received my Bachelor’s Degree from Texas A&M – Commerce and my Master’s Degree from Lamar University. I value learning as a life-long process. I have completed my superintendent certification and hope to someday pursue my Doctorate in Education.

My passion outside of school is my family. My wife Kathy and I have two daughters, Lyndsay and Stephanee. We have also been blessed with two wonderful grandchildren, Avarie and Alivia. In addition to spending time with my family, I enjoy sports and traveling.

I look forward to the many adventures that the 2017-18 school year will surely bring. My door is always open. Feel free to contact me if you ever have any questions or concerns regarding your student(s). Thank you for allowing me to be a part of the “KMS Family.”

Go Bobcats!

Robert Butler
Principal

Krum Middle School

School Begins Wednesday!

The first day of school is approaching fast. Many of you have already met your teachers, picked up your schedules/Chromebooks, and have your lockers organized and looking great. The KMS faculty and staff have been working hard to prepare for your arrival. As Wednesday morning approaches we wanted to review first day procedures and other helpful information to ensure everyone has a positive and smooth start to the school year!

The KMS school day is 8:15 AM to 3:45 PM

It is going to be a great first day! Come with a positive attitude and ready to learn! We believe KMS has the best students and staff. Partnering with you, we will make KMS a truly special place for students.

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KMS Tutorials

Tutorials will be offered Monday - Friday from 7:45 - 8:10. Every core classroom teacher will be available to assist students during this time. Please take advantage of this opportunity when needed!

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Bell Schedule

School start and end times remain the same as last year. Please note that the advisory period and lunch times have changed.

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Parent Pick Up and Drop Off

Parent drop off and pick up procedures are designed to provide a safe and efficient experience for all. Following these procedures is required to ensure the safety of our students. Students that ride the bus or walk home will be provided instructions the first day of school.

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Schedule Changes

Since personnel, facilities, and material resources are assigned to the campuses based on student’s course choices, it is imperative that students choose courses carefully (including alternates). Low enrollment or teacher availability may cause some courses to be canceled. Changes to student schedules create an impact on many other courses, and therefore will be made on a limited basis. Schedule change forms are available in the counseling office, the main office, and the 8th grade hall office. KMS reserves the right to change student schedules to level numbers in a particular course. Schedule changes are approved by the counselor and/or administrator.

Within the first five instructional days of the school year any core or elective schedule requests will be considered:

The change will be made depending on class size, reasons for change, and results of the change on the overall schedule.
If seats are not available in the requested class, a schedule change will not be made.
Schedule change requests that affect class size will not be granted.

Krum Middle School will support changes to a student’s schedule for the following reasons:

The student has not met the pre-requisite for a course already on the student’s schedule.
The student has a medical reason that requires a schedule change.
The student, teacher, parent and counselor agree that the student needs to be placed in a different class.

Unacceptable reasons for requesting a schedule change from a course:

Student wants a different teacher.
Student wants to be with friends.
Student wants a different lunch.
The teacher gives too much work.
Student wants to change a class because he/she does not want to do the class work or has not done reading / required work.

Click Here for the 2017-2018 KISD School Calendar

CLICK HERE FOR THE 2017-2018 STUDENT HANDBOOK

Please review the handbook with your student to become familiar with polices such as dress code, electronic devices, back packs, attendance requirements, etc.

Our Week At A Glance

Wednesday, August 16 -

First Day of School! Please use the hashtag #KMSProud and #KMSRise on all your back to school photos!
Make sure that your Chrome book is fully charged and ready for learning!
Grab a new schedule printed on colored paper in the cafeteria as you arrive and move to your designated grade level area in the cafeteria.

Friday, August 18 -