King Philip Regional High School

Photo Credit - Educator Tara Fein

Greetings KP Community,

As we approach the end of Term 1 in just a few weeks (Term 1 ends November 3rd) please make sure you are checking in with your student's School Counselor (Guidance) if your student needs additional support.

Spotlight on School Counselors (no longer using the term Guidance):

"Historically, the term “guidance counselor” was used to refer to counselors working in the schools. This term has evolved to “school counselor” as the scope of duties has changed and evolved...the American School Counselor Association encourages the use of “school counselor” to more accurately reflect the role (ASCA)." In addition to leading classroom lessons that support future goals and assisting with post-secondary planning, school counselors have a myriad of other responsibilities. "They also use data to identify students at risk of dropping out, refer students for intensive mental health support and treatment, implement positive behavioral support programs, screen students for signs of suicide, and perform a host of other responsibilities that extend well beyond career development. That is, changes in the role have brought about comprehensive school counseling programs that are designed to support school culture and mission instead of focusing solely on delivering services to students. (Harvard Graduate School of Education)”

KP School Counselors:

Student Last Name: Counselor

A: Jessica Nutter

B-D: John Adams

E-K: Marissa Falcone

L-P: Mallory Connors

Q-Z: Samantha Hilton

Nicole Bottomley

Principal

King Philip Regional High School

October 21: Homecoming Dance 7:00 - 9:30 pm, KPHS Field House

October 26: Trunk or Treat 5:30 -7:30 pm, KPHS Bus Loop

October 26: STEM Night 6:30 - 7:30 pm, KPHS Library

October 26: Band Night 7:30 - 8:30 pm, KPHS Macktaz Field

November 1: Early Release - Professional Development Day

November 2 & 3: 9th Grade SBIRT Screening

November 3: Term 1 Ends

November 8 & 9: MCAS ELA Retest

November 10: No School - Veteran's Day

November 13: Term 1 Grades Released

November 14 & 15: MCAS Math Retest

STEM Night! Thursday October 26, 2023 the KP Science National Honor Society is hosting its annual STEM career night from 6:30-7:30pm in the KPHS Library. At this career fair-style event, students of all ages can explore various jobs in the science, engineering, math, and technology fields.

PSAT/NMSQT: KP students had the opportunity to participate in the first digital PSAT/NMSQT exam last Saturday. Scores should be available to students who took the exam in 4-6 weeks through their College Board account or through the BigFuture School mobile app, if students opted in on test day. Students can create a College Board account here.

Financial Aid Information Night: DECA student group Debt Defenders, in conjunction with the KP School Counseling Department, are hosting a MEFA Financial Aid Night on November 8th at 6pm in KPRHS in the Library. This event is free and open to all KP students and families. This presentation provides information and clarity on the entire college financial aid application process. Attendees will learn about financial aid applications and types of financial aid, the factors that determine your aid eligibility, how colleges determine the amount of aid to offer, and the details of financial aid offers.

Congratulations to Lakshya Jain! Lakshya was named a Semifinalist for the 2024 class of the Coca-Cola Scholars Program. 1,514 high school seniors were selected as Semifinalists from a pool of over 103,800 submitted applications from across the country based on their academic excellence, leadership, and service demonstrated in school and community activities. The Semifinalists are in the running for 150 college scholarships worth $20,000.

College-Bound Seniors--Important Information

Requests for senior transcripts and counselor letters of recommendation have been pouring into the counseling office this fall. The counselors are working steadily to meet the needs of all KP students. Historically, KP has over 85% of our senior class apply to college and over 50% of seniors apply with an Early Action deadline within October and November!

Please remember, the counselors work backwards from college application deadlines. To ensure a smooth process in sending your supporting documents out in a timely manner, please be sure to complete the following steps:

1. Seniors should join the Google Classroom for the Class of 2024 and check it often for information, resources and how-to’s. All steps below are explained in detail in the resources in the Google Classroom. Join Code: 6jk6iut.
2. Junior Questionnaire in the Google Classroom must be completed for your counselor to write a letter of recommendation
3. Senior Update Form in the Google Classroom must be completed for your counselor to know if you require a letter of recommendation from them
4. List all your colleges in Naviance (regardless of application type: Common App, Direct to Institution, etc.)
5. If using the Common Application, Match your Common App with Naviance.
6. Request initial transcripts in Naviance
7. Check application deadlines in Naviance–this is where the counselors see your application deadlines!
8. Keep track of deadlines. You do not want to miss a deadline or turn in a late application--You DO NOT need to wait for your counselor to submit documents for you to submit your application. We recommend seniors submit applications prior to the application deadline.

Homecoming Reminders:

The dance begins at 7:00 pm and goes until 9:30pm. Entrance is at the bus lobby doors. All students must arrive by no later than 7:30 pm. If a student chooses to leave early, they may not reenter. If a student is under 16 and does not drive, a parent must come to the door for pick up if it's prior to 9pm.

All school rules apply. Please see page 118 in the student handbook.

We are looking forward to a very fun night!

KPHS Marching Band has many upcoming competitions over the course of the next few weeks as their season ramps up before MICCA at Norwood on October 22nd and Nationals in New York City

from October 27-29th. We wish them luck!

Please see the following link for our full Fall athletic schedule: KP Fall Athletic Schedule

Follow us on Twitter @kphsathletics and Instagram at kphsathletics

KPHS 12th grader Vicky Cosmo was a panelist at the ADL Conference on October 10, 2023!

KP Cares is creating Halloween goodie bags for the Pond Home and senior centers the week of

October 15 and are serving lunch to Norfolk seniors on October 25 and Plainville seniors on

November 8.

To raise money for the Henry Carr Scholarship we are selling luminary bags in memory and in

support of someone who has suffered from cancer. The bags will be displayed at the October 27

football game. If anyone is interested in purchasing a bag, they can reach out to Mrs. Rowe.

If your student is eligible for Free & Reduced Meals, with their parents permission, KPHS Administration is able to share their information with other departments to offer discounted pricing on Prom tickets, SAT tests etc. If you are interesting in sharing this information please complete the attached form. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1OI25JkH7nH2S_48jWoZxqiG9DZM3WBb9PiPk5rANfig/viewform?ts=65130494&edit_requested=true

Universal Free School Meals for All Students

Governor Healey and the Massachusetts Legislature have made Massachusetts the 8th state to make School Meals for All permanent, beginning immediately for the upcoming 2023-2024 school year! School meals will be offered at no cost to all students.

Free and Reduced Cost Meals Application

Please note that even though meals will be free for all, it is very important for families in need to still complete the household Application for Free and Reduced Price Meals for the 2023-2024 school year. This allows districts to establish eligibility for other federal benefits and school programs. Families who have been eligible for Free and Reduced Meals in the past must apply again for 2023-2024. Please know that the application is confidential with only the Director of Food Services and administrators having access. All students receive the same meals.

King Philip Free and Reduced Meals Application

For more information on the School Meals Program, please visit the food services page on the district's website, King Philip Schools Food Services Department.

We establish high academic standards and expectations for personal responsibility. Students are encouraged to become lifelong learners, to be productive contributors to society, to set ambitious goals, and to use all available resources.

Principal: Nicole Bottomley

Assistant Principal: Kip Lewis

Assistant Principal: Karen Archambault

Assistant Principal: Jill Poirier

Athletic Director: Gary Brown

Website: https://www.kingphilip.org/high-school/
Twitter: @KingPhilipHS

Instagram: KPHighSchool

Location: 201 Franklin St, Wrentham MA 02093
Phone: 508-384-1000