KMS Newsletter 10/19/2026

Posted Date: 10/18/26 (04:00 PM)

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A majestic bald eagle with outstretched wings soars in front of a school building.

Early Release on Wednesday

Dismissal starts at 12:15pm

Upcoming Events

10/21 - Early Release 12:15 pm

10/22 - Drama Club Meeting 5:30 pm

10/23 - School Dance 6-8

10/26-10/30 - Red Ribbon Week

10/26 - Picture Retakes

10/31 - Halloween 🎃

Helpful Links

Student/Family Handbook

SAU9 Updates

Team Newsletters

KHS & KMS Band & Chorus at the Fryeburg Fair

Winter Sports Registration Now Open

Winter Sports Registration is now open. Kennett Middle School will offer boys' and girls' basketball and alpine ski racing.

If your student plans to participate in sports at Kennett Middle School this winter, please complete their FinalForms registration as soon as possible.

November 9th is a firm deadline. All student-athletes must have their FinalForms account completed, including all required forms and a current sports physical uploaded. Please note: We will not accept physicals by fax. Families are responsible for uploading the physical directly to their student's FinalForms profile.

Thank you for helping us prepare for the upcoming sports season.

KMS Dance Expectations

Please be aware there is no supervision before the dance so students should not be on campus before 6:00.
Any students absent or dismissed early on the day of dance without returning to school are not eligible to attend unless prior arrangements have been made with the office.
Students who have been suspended externally or internally on the day of the dance, are not eligible to attend.
Students must have rubber-soled shoes on.
Students may not bring outside drinks or full drink containers to the dance. All items students bring with them will be held in a separate room for the duration of the dance, this includes cell phones.
Students arriving after 6:15 pm will need to be brought to the door by a parent or guardian.
Students are not able to leave the dance early unless a parent or guardian is present at the door for pickup.
Pick-up for the dance is at 8:00 pm sharp. Pickup will go more smoothly if you arrange ahead of time to meet your child in the parking lot between the SAU and Conway Interm., as traffic can back up at the main entrance.

It's Time for KMS Drama Club!

The wait is over! Miss. Weisberg will be holding an informational meeting for students and families on Thursday, October 22nd, from 5:30–6:30 PM in the Lecture Hall.

She'll talk about plans for the year, the upcoming production, rehearsal schedules, and how students can get involved!

Whether your student loves being in the spotlight or prefers working behind the scenes, there's a place for everyone in Drama Club! Be sure to RSVP here

Absences Add Up

As we settle into the school year, I want to take a moment to highlight the importance of regular school attendance and being on time each day. Consistent attendance helps students stay connected with their learning, build strong relationships with teachers and peers, and feel confident as they progress through the year. Arriving on time sets a positive tone for the day and allows students to fully participate in all classroom activities. Please take a moment to read this letter from Principal Bedley

KMS Sports Apparel - One More Week!

The long-awaited wait is finally over! Our brand-new Kennett Athletics Store is officially here, featuring new designs, new products, and even some embroidered items! This store will be open for one more week. Order yours today!

Attention 8th Grade Families

Kennett High School is excited to welcome you to the Nest for a special evening tour! This is the first of many opportunities throughout the year for you to connect with our school community and discover all the wonderful things happening at KHS. Be sure to read this letter from Principal Carpenter.

Picture Retakes

Picture retakes are scheduled for Monday, October 26th. Be sure to order your pictures today if you plan to have retakes.

Let's Go!

Schools aren't the only ones going phone free. More and more families are looking for ways to disconnect to their devices so they can reconnect with each other! Not sure where to start? Check out these ideas for screen free activities. Want a little fun family game? Try this healthy habits Fall BINGO

For more tips and resources to support healthy habits, check out letsgo.org

Helpful Resources on Healthy Digital Media USe

With the school year in swing, MaineHealth Memorial Hospital would like to share free, trusted resources that can help families support online safety and healthy digital media use.

Here are some trusted resources from The American Academy of Pediatrics’ Center of Excellence on Social Media & Youth Mental Health:

· The Good and the Bad of Social Media: What the Research Says- This one-page resource provides how social media impacts kids and teens.

· Social Media Tips & Conversation Starters- Prompts to have meaningful conversations with a tween or teen about time online. These cards make it easy to connect, share perspectives, and make thoughtful choices together.

· Social Media and Tips from Pediatricians: Includes research-based tips from pediatricians that can make a big difference for families

· Glossary of Digital Media Platforms: provides detailed information on commonly used apps such as default privacy settings, screen time management, feed customization options, messaging and friend controls, as well as parental controls.

NH Funding Presentation

This fall, the New Hampshire School Funding Fairness Project is taking our School Funding + Property Taxes Tour to all 10 New Hampshire counties, and we're excited to bring the conversation to Carroll County in partnership with the Conway School District.

Click here to register to attend!

What's Happening at KMS This Week!

After-School Athletic Event Supervision

We want all of our students to be able to enjoy and support our KMS athletic teams! Please remember that students who stay after school to attend an athletic event must be supervised by a responsible adult.

Students may not remain on school grounds after the school day without adult supervision.

Any student found on campus after school without a responsible adult will be asked to call home and make arrangements to be picked up.

Thank you for helping us keep our students safe and ensuring that after-school activities remain a positive experience for everyone!

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