The Kings Local School District Board of Education met in a Special Meeting on Tuesday, December 4. In that meeting, the Board officially approved the Master Facility Plan developed by the Community Advisory Team.



Here is a summary of the key points from the recent meeting and decisions made:

• The plan addresses current capacity challenges and optimizes educational facility usage.   
• The plan calls for building a new Kings High School and transitioning our three elementary schools (J.F. Burns, Kings Mills, South Lebanon) to K-3 schools.
• Columbia Intermediate School will be expanded to house 4th-5th graders. 
• The current Kings High School will become Kings Junior High for grades 6-8.
• The Board approved putting a $142 million bond levy before voters on the March 19, 2024 ballot to fund construction.
• The ballot measure will be for 5.971 mills, equaling $209 per $100K home value.*

*The community's actual financial impact is projected to be 3.50 mills or $123 annually per $100K of true home value. This is due to the proactive work that the District has done with financial experts to develop a plan that minimizes the impact on taxpayers while still addressing the critical infrastructure needs. The reduction of old project payments and a phased approach to new payments will allow for a smaller financial impact.

The District will be providing more information soon. Please visit the Kings Facilities Page on the Kings website to learn more.  

REMINDER

It’s getting to be that time of the year when the potential for bad weather is upon us. In case of inclement weather and possible school closings or delays, we will use our School Messenger All-Call System to notify parents and staff.

The District will conduct a test call on Wednesday, December 13. Please be sure that your FinalForms account is up to date. That information goes directly into our School Messenger system. If you would like to receive text messages, text yes to 67587 to opt-in.

Additionally, keeping your student's FinalForms account current with emergency contact numbers is important, especially going into cold and flu season, to allow for parents to be contacted in case of a student's illness at school. Please also screen your student before they come to school for any symptoms of illness.

Social Media is also a great way to get information. For the most up-to-date school closing information, check our website, Facebook Page, Twitter, and Instagram. 

The Kings High School National Art Honor Society went on an inspiring field trip to Neusole Glassworks on Thursday, November 7 where the students delved into the fascinating world of glassblowing.

During this hands-on experience, participants gained valuable insights into the intricate chemistry behind creating vibrant glass colors. Working collaboratively in pairs, students had the unique opportunity to craft their own glass ornaments, honing both their artistic skills and teamwork. This immersive experience not only enriched their understanding of the creative process but also ignited a passion for the limitless possibilities within the realm of art.

Neusole offers classes and events. Click here to learn more.

Do you remember learning decimals in 5th grade? Students in Kristen Stonerook's class at Columbia Intermediate School may never forget learning decimals after their fun experience this week.

Ms.Stonerook made learning and reviewing decimals fun by creating a Decimal Diner Day where her students reviewed different operations with decimals using real-world diner problems!

KIngs Junior High School students in Mrs. Amber Hawk's Medical Detectives class had the opportunity to dissect a sheep's brain. The students have been studying the brain, and this project allowed them to see the parts in real life.

The Kings Early Childhood Center hosted two Gingerbread Nights this year! 

With over 340 participants attending on Wednesday and Thursday of this week, students and their families celebrated the holiday season by creating over 120 mini gingerbread houses. Lots of candy and great company was enjoyed by all! 

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.

They will meet for a Combined Work Session and Regular Meeting on Tuesday, December 12 at 5:30 p.m. in the Kings Education Center.



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!

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!