The Kings Local School District has placed a Bond Issue on the March 19 primary ballot. If approved by the community, the bond Issue would fund a new Kings High School and an addition at Columbia Intermediate, addressing the overcapacity challenges throughout the District. 

Kings Community members have one more opportunity to learn more about the upcoming bond issue, facilities plan, new high school solution, and District financial information on Tuesday, February 27 at 7:00 p.m. at a Community Information Night.

Early voting has begun. Visit the Warren County Board of Elections website for additional information on early voting hours and requesting an absentee ballot.

As you see below, the bond language will say 5.971 mills, but due to creative financing and debt payoff, the actual bond impact to the property owner will be 3.5 mills, which is $123 annually per $100,000 home.

How much will the bond cost you if it passes? Click here to find out using our bond calculator.

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

Please visit the Kings Facilities Page on the Kings website to learn more.  

Two Kings High School students participated in the Mason-Deerfield Rotary’s Four-Way Test Speech Contest this week. Congratulations to Sophomore, Taylor Kleis and Senior, Cristian Corro Zambrano who were named this year's winners!

The Four-Way Test Speech Contest, sponsored by Rotary International, is held annually for interested high school students at local and district levels. Two students from both KHS and Mason High School compete each year.

The speech is presented from memory without the aid of a podium, notes, displays, or props, and lasts between four and six minutes. Contestants apply the Four-Way Test which asks the following four things: Is it the TRUTH?, Is it Fair to all concerned, Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS, and Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?

Rotary International is a worldwide organization dedicated to serving others. Great emphasis is placed on using one’s vocation to serve others and establish honesty and integrity as marks of one’s profession and involvement in the world of work. The Four-Way Test has a long tradition or use worldwide and is a part of Rotary’s motto: Service Above Self.

Taylor and Cristian will now compete at the District level on Friday, April 19 at the Deer Creek Lodge and Conference Center in Mt. Sterling, Ohio.

We are proud of you Taylor and Cristian!

Pictured is a Rotary member, Cristian's dad, Taylor's mom, and KHS Speech teacher, Pete Moore.

Fifty-five Kings High School students and eight chaperones traveled to Monterrey, Mexico over the Presidents Day holiday to volunteer with Back2Back Ministries.

The group worked in two different children's homes. They worked on multiple projects such as removing a roof, clearing brush, creating vegetable gardens, painting ceilings, building shelves, and many more.

Organizers Andy Endress and Alex Garvin told us that the students were compassionate and hardworking. They said that the Back2Back staff looks forward to the Kings crew coming each year. "They know they can give us a difficult task and we won't stop until it's completed," Endress said.

He said that on this trip, students have great experiences and lots of change in perspective. "I truly think this trip brings out the best in our kids," he said.

Kings Summer Camp, Knights on Vacation registration begins on Monday, February 26 at 8:00 a.m.

In order to secure a spot for your child, you will need to complete this registration form. One form must be completed per child. Once your spot is confirmed and if your child is accepted, you will receive an email notification that your child has been accepted into the program, hopefully by Spring Break.

Spots tend to fill up quickly. Registration will go live promptly at 8:00 a.m. on Monday morning. Visit the Kings Kids Summer Camp webpage for more information.

The Warren County Area Progress Council is seeking nominations for the 2024 Project Excellence Award.

The APC seeks to recognize and honor excellent teachers within the public schools in Warren County.

Nominations are due by February 29, 2024. Selected winners will be honored at the 37th Annual Project Excellence Banquet on May 1.

 Read more to find out how to nominate your favorite Kings teacher!

The 14th Annual Pat Cope BANDcakes event will take place at Kings High School on Saturday, March 9.

Get your tickets here before March 6 for a presale discount and visit Peachjar for more information!

If you are in the market for a new mattress, don't miss Kings Junior High's largest fundraiser of the year!

KJH's 12th Annual Mattress Sale will take place on Saturday, March 2 from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. in the KJH Gymnasium. Every purchase benefits KJH students.

All sizes and styles will be on display. Delivery and financing are available. Clip the coupon from the flyer in Peachjar and receive free microfiber sheets with any purchase of $500 or more.

On Saturday, March 23, 2024, more than fifty Kings alumni from all around the country, representing two decades of Kings Choirs, will storm The Castle just to sing together again!

Singers will gather to reunite and rehearse on Friday and Saturday with a culminating performance that includes our current KHS Choir Family at 6:30 p.m. All Kings Choir Alums are invited back home to enjoy the celebration and to join us at Putters after the concert! 

ALUMS: Still want to sign up? Please contact Mrs. Milthalter at hmilthaler@kingslocal.net.

Mark your calendar for Kindergarten Registration! The online process begins on March 4 and runs through March 22, 2024. To enroll for kindergarten, your child must turn five by September 30, 2024. More information to follow.

It's time to register for preschool! Kings Early Childhood Center is your child's first experience in the Kings Local School District. We provide excellent early childhood education and special education services to Kings’ youngest learners.

Registration Information for 2024-2025 can be found on the Kings website.

Contact Sherri Cain, Administrative Assistant, at 513-398-8050, ext. 10042, for additional information.

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.

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

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!

This week, several Kings High School student-athletes were recognized for their post-season success and trips to State and Nationals in their respective sports.

The Walk of Champions, led by Kings Drumline and attended by the KHS student body, cheered on twelve Kings Swim Team State Qualifiers, Five Indoor Track State Qualifiers, and twelve National-bound BPA members on Thursday, February 22.

Kings AquaKnights are in Canton this weekend for the State Swim Meet. The KHS Indoor Track Team will compete next Friday at the Spire Institute near Cleveland, and BPA qualifiers compete in Chicago in May.

Congratulations to:

Swimmers - Ashleigh Bender, Samantha Crum, Katie Gibson, Faith Rudowski, Maya Schweikert, Will Ballard, Seth Broaddrick, Tyler Cukovecki, Ethan Hoin, Ethan Leamer, Diego Medina, and Cooper Tinsley.

Indoor Track - Jaxon Frisk, Payten Butler, Lauren Hoff, Shannon Main, and Kayla Willging.

BPA Qualifiers - Michael Barger, Hanna Cook, Franklin Dominguez-Davis, Ethan Livingston, Ian Lynch, Keira McCoy, Mia McIntosh, Levi Miller, Charlie Reeder, Nora Spelic, Austin Staubitz, and Parker Wind.

Kings Athletic Director Eric Taylor said, "This is a major accomplishment and the culmination of a tremendous amount of hard work!" Good luck to all! 

Pictured below are the KHS State Swim Qualifiers before they left for C

Please join the Kings Athletic Booster Club for their annual gala fundraiser, Knight To Remember on Saturday, March 9 at the Marriott Hotel NE. This event supports our KINGS student-athletes! This year's event is sponsored by Sonder Brewing. The evening will begin with a cocktail hour from 5:30-6:30 p.m., followed by dinner, live & and silent auctions, a reverse raffle, and dancing!

This year's theme is VEGAS KNIGHTS and you are encouraged to dress in your favorite VEGAS attire.

Not able to attend? You can still participate in our online silent auction by registering for a GiveSmart account. Auction items will begin to appear on the site as we get closer to the event. 

Tickets on sale through Feb. 29. Purchase tickets and register now for KABC's biggest night of the year!

Please email Sara Ritter at saritter@cinci.rr.com if you have any questions or if your business is interested in being a sponsor or donating to our live or silent auction!