Thank you to the community members who completed the Master Facilities survey from the first Community Forum. Nearly 600 responses were recorded.

The survey asked the community to give their feedback on eleven possible building plans. The SHP staff is now gathering all of the information collected to bring the results to the next Community Forum that will be held on Saturday, October 28 at 10:00 a.m. at Kings High School Auditorium. The Forum will also be livestreamed on the Kings Youtube channel.

After the Forum, the community will have another opportunity to weigh in on the new options. To learn more about the Master Facilities Planning project visit here.

The Ohio House of Representatives voted to enact property value changes due to rapid growth in property values. The bill now goes to the Senate. If enacted, your property values are likely to increase less than they would have in 2024, potentially saving you money.

Many assume that the property tax you pay increases at the same rate that your home value increases, but that is not always the case. 

House Bill 920, passed in 1976, limits the growth of property taxes that you pay. All of Kings' voted operating levies collect at a lower rate when property values increase to ensure that community members do not feel the full increase. However, you will see some increase in your taxes due to constitutionally guaranteed inside millage that makes up 12% of our current taxes.

This image shows property tax rates from the last property value update in 2021. Residential property owners saw their voted operating levy tax rates go down by 13.8% to offset an increase in property values.

If you have any questions, please contact Kings Treasurer Mike Morrow at mmorrow@kingslocal.net.

In a grand display of Pride and Togetherness, the entire Kings Junior High School student body of 720 students spelled out "PACT" on the football field during PACT day on Thursday, October 19.

PACT - Pride. Attitude. Commitment. Together. represents KJH's school-wide initiative and the values they strive to instill in our educational community. Through this program, they have the opportunity to celebrate the outstanding achievements of their remarkable students! 

The day was built around creating relationships and spending time together with activities that help remind and further enrich the PACT qualities.

This year, Kings Director of Childcare, Ron Corradini was a special speaker for the day during the first school-wide assembly where the KJH band played. The students also enjoyed a mini dodgeball tournament, a DJ, Kona ice, yard games, a photo booth, minute-to-win-it games, and a Crumbl cookie activity where they turned a teacher into a Crumbl cookie.

The renowned education expert, Dr. Bill Daggett, delivered a captivating presentation to Kings staff and community this week on the future of education. His insights into emerging trends, cutting-edge technologies, and innovative teaching methodologies left the audience inspired and empowered.

Dr. Daggett urged educators to embrace change, adapt to new realities, and focus on developing skills that will prepare students for success in the 21st century and beyond. His vision for the future of education is one that is dynamic, inclusive, and student-centered, and it promises to revolutionize the way we think about teaching and learning.

You don't want to miss next week's Kings High School Orchestra concert! On Wednesday, October 25, the KHS Symphony and Chamber Orchestra will perform their Halloween-themed costume concert in the KHS Auditorium at 6:30 p.m.

A highlight of this year's concert will be the World Premiere of the piece, "Ghosts of Chateau LaRoche" composed by our very own KME Music Teacher, Matt Jenkins.

In the spring of 2022, Mr. Jenkins filled in for the regular pianist at the Kings Orchestra concert. After the concert, he asked if he could compose a piece for string orchestra, which was met with enthusiasm from Kings Orchestra teachers Rana Southern and Chris Weber.

Jenkins initially attempted to compose a piece based on various tunes of the Bach family but later decided to write a piece that would somehow connect to Kings. He drew inspiration from the school's mascot, the architecture of the main entrance to the high school, and nearby Loveland Castle. This research inspired him to name his piece "Ghosts of Chateau LaRoche."

To prepare for the world premiere of his composition, he sought out the expertise of Cincinnati Symphony Youth Orchestra Conductor, Felipe Morales. The composition promises to be a unique and captivating addition to Kings Orchestra's repertoire. "Personally, I think the piece is just perfect for a Halloween-themed concert," said Jenkins.

Take a look at the concert program.

Congratulations to the Kings High School Digital Media Arts Program for receiving a $2,500 classroom grant from Batelle and the Ohio STEM Learning Network (OSLN).

The grant is only one of 233 issued this fall to create sustainable, STEM learning projects. In total,161 public schools join KHS in winning the award. The program reached students in one of every seven school districts (130) across 60 Ohio counties. 

KHS DMA teacher Kelly Shields submitted the grant proposal and will use the money to purchase a laser cutter for her classroom. Thank you to Mrs. Shields for looking for ways to create better opportunities for your students.

Students from the Kings High School 7 Blue Team spent a day at the Little Miami River learning about an important natural resource, our watershed. 

Hands-on (and feet-in) activities included: Water chemistry- Testing water samples for pH, phosphates, turbidity (clearness), etc.; Macroinvertebrates - A collection, ID, and study of the tiny creatures living under rocks; and Fish Adaptations - Seine netting to catch fish for ID and discussion of anatomy adaptations. 

It was a beautiful day with lots of learning for our 7th graders! 

The Kings Local School District encourages all families to submit an application for free- or reduced-price meal eligibility regardless of family income. Students will qualify for free or reduced lunches if the household income falls within the limits of the Federal Income Guidelines.

Students who qualified last year are required to complete a new application each year to extend their eligibility. Parents or Guardians will be responsible for paying for any charges that incur until the free or reduced meal application is fully processed and notification of eligibility is determined. 

Free and Reduced Meal Applications can be obtained in the front office of each school building, as well as the Kings website. Parents can also apply for the program online at https://payschoolscentral.com. Check your eligibility by completing an application TODAY.

Did you know that our Kings website is supported financially by local business advertisements? This allows the District to save between $20,000-$30,000 per year in website hosting fees.

Special thanks to the following businesses for their support -

Showbiz Dance Academy, Donatos Pizza, Shine Orthodontics, Hickman Orthodontics, Peoples Bank, Worthington Industries, Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition, Car X Tire & Auto, Sharefax Credit Union, Frankart Family Dentistry, Grace Rec, Kings Dental, and Panera Bread.

If you or someone you know would be interested in supporting our website please click here.

The holidays are nearing. If you were planning on adopting a child or family this year, please keep Kings Holiday Help in mind.

We typically serve over 300 children at the holidays and are hoping to get some help from our community to help our own. Individual and corporate sponsors are welcome! Stay tuned for ways you can help our Kings families this year.

We are looking to bolster our Kings Alumni database. Are you a Kings High School graduate or know someone who is? Please share the form with your fellow graduates. This will help our reunion committees and keep you updated on what is happening at your alma mater!

Please complete this Alumni Roundup Form.

Board Members

Kings Board of Education (L-R): Janelle Groff, Board Member; John Skerl, Board Member; Deb Cowan, Board Member; Stacie Belfrom, President; and Peggy Phillips, Vice-President.

The Board of Education meets on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for a Work Session at 5:30 p.m. and the 3rd Tuesday of every month for a Regular Meeting at 6:00 p.m.

**Please note - November BOE date changes - Work Session, November 7 at 5:30 p.m. and Regular Meeting, November 14 at 6:00 p.m.

Visit the Board of Education page on our website for meeting dates, meeting recordings, and agendas.

All meetings are live-streamed on the Kings Youtube channel.

If you are looking to purchase Kings Spiritwear, visit the Kings Online Spiritwear Store provided by our partner ROKKITWEAR. All items will be printed and sent out within 5 business days! You can also personalize any item in the store!

Keep in touch with all things Kings Spiritwear by following our Facebook page!

The District is in great need of substitute teachers, childcare aides, paraprofessionals, food service workers, and bus drivers. 

KME is in need of a 2.5-hour lunch/recess aide. If you know anyone looking for work, please pass this along.

Visit our Human Resources page today and join our team!

In an effort to be "green," the District does not send paper flyers home. We use a platform called Peachjar that houses flyers of community programs and resources. 

Parents receive approved flyers via email, and they are posted on our digital flyerboard for easy retrieval. Any organization can distribute information to our community by creating an account!

Do you know someone worthy of being inducted into the Kings Athletic Hall of Fame?  We are accepting Athletic Hall of Fame nominations.  Athletes must be a graduate of Kings High School and have lettered in a minimum of one sport and have been selected All-Conference at least once in that sport. Athletes do not qualify until 5 years after graduation. 

Please complete this form with a document explaining why you feel this person is worthy of consideration for induction into the Kings High School Athletic Hall of Fame. Include a biography of the candidate being nominated, as well as information relative to the nominee’s high school and post-graduate (collegiate if applicable) careers and present-day information. The use of statistic sheets, newspaper clippings is encouraged to support your nomination.

The deadline for nominations is Friday, November 3rd. Documents can be mailed to the athletic office (see nomination form) or scanned and emailed to etaylor@kingslocal.net.