May 11 — Kings Board of Education Work Session, 5:30 p.m., Kings Education Center, Conference Room 2. (also livestreamed)
May 16 — KHS Graduation, 2:00 p.m., Cintas Center, Xavier University.
May 18 — Kings Board of Education Regular Meeting, 6:00 p.m., Kings Education Center, Conference Room 2. (also livestreamed)
May 27 — Last Day of School for Students.
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Kings Superintendent Search |
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The Kings Board of Education has been working to search for the next leader of the Kings Local School District.
Their first step in the process was partnering with the Warren County Educational Service Center to facilitate the search process. The Board evaluated candidates based on the feedback received from stakeholder groups that included the community, parents, and staff. They also utilized a staff survey that asked for characteristics that they felt were most important for the next superintendent.
A total of 24 individuals applied for the Superintendent position. The Board evaluated the candidates based on the feedback they received and the candidate’s experience and qualifications. The Board has completed the first round of interviews and is appreciative of the candidates who took the time to interview for the position. They will be conducting the second round of interviews with two candidates on Wednesday, May 12.
The finalists for the position are as follows:
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Mike Broadwater i s the current Assistant Superintendent of Business Operations and Human Resources at Forest Hills Local School District. Prior to working as Forest Hills’ Assistant Superintendent, Mr. Broadwater was Principal of Anderson High School and Assistant Principal at Lakota East High School. He began his career in education working as a mathematics and computer science teacher for 13 years at North Royalton High School. He also served as Summer School Principal at North Royalton City School District for five years.
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​Greg Sears is currently the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning for Forest Hills Local School District. Prior to working at Forest Hills, Mr. Sears served the Mason City School District as the Intermediate Campus Principal for 10 years. He also served as an assistant principal and assistant athletic director at Mason. Mr. Sears began his teaching career as a Biology teacher with Madeira City Schools. |
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In the coming weeks, the second round interview process will take place, as well as deliberations. Once that is complete, the Board hopes to announce the next superintendent of Kings Local School District. We will be sure to communicate with you as soon as a decision has been made. |
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KHS Junior Finalist for Human Relations Award |
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Congratulations to Kings High School Junior, Grace Fields who was selected as a junior Finalist for the 2021 Simon Lazarus, Jr. Human Relations Award from the American Jewish Committee.
The Simon Lazarus, Jr., Human Relations Award recognizes and honors outstanding student volunteers of all faiths who have demonstrated a passion for making our community a better place in which to live.
Throughout her years of volunteering, the two programs that had the greatest impact on Grace were reducing childhood hunger and providing childcare for the children of recovering parents.
Grace was among four finalists for the award. She was nominated by KHS Math teacher, Lynn Brant.
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Celebrating Music Education Week |
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As this week comes to a close, we wanted to celebrate National Music Week by highlighting some of the music programs in the District. |
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KHS Fashion Studio Showcase |
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Kings High School Fashion Studio students hosted a fashion show today that highlighted their designs and creations. Many of the designs were inspired by colors, architecture, and cultures.
Students do their work in a Design Lab located in the Makerspace in the Kings High School Learning Commons. The space is home to many sewing machines and mannequins.
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Coronavirus Updated Health Orders |
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The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) has issued an updated health order for quarantine requirements following exposure to COVID-19. Ohio students participating in sports or extra-curricular activities will not have to quarantine from those activities following exposure if they are fully vaccinated and show no symptoms.
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Vaccination Clinic Opportunity |
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The Mason City School District is hosting with the Warren County Health District a COVID-19 vaccination clinic. This vaccination clinic is open to students who are 16-years old and older and their families from the Mason City Schools and Kings Local Schools.
The clinic will offer the Pfizer vaccine for both doses. There is no cost to the student, family, or school district for the shots.
If you know someone who wishes to be vaccinated, please share this information.
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We are continuing to monitor positive cases and quarantines. If you or your children exhibit symptoms or are waiting for a test result, please contact Kings Contact Tracer, Christy Salek at csalek@kingslocal.net.
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In case you missed it, Kings Food Service Director, Jennifer Arlinghaus appeared on WCPO recently to talk about the USDA extension of free school meals.
Did you know that according to the USDA, up to 12 million children are currently living in households where they may not always have enough to eat?
Thanks to our Kings Food Service Department for keeping our students fed with healthy breakfasts and lunches!
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The Kings Board of Education will meet for their monthly Work Session on Tuesday, May 11 at 5:30 p.m. in Conference Room 2 of the Kings Education Center.
Due to COVID-19, all Board meetings are now livestreamed on the Kings Youtube channel. You may also view the meeting here. |
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School Based Mental Health Services Update |
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Kings Social Emotional Health Coordinator, Kim Sellers with an update on school-based therapy.
In an effort to provide consistency across the Kings District and align services with the same agency for grades K-12, our district will be making a change with our school-based Mental Health Partnership from Solutions to Beech Acres, effective in June.
Amy Gill, who is the current therapist for our high school students has been a wonderful resource, advocate, and therapist for the last four years and we appreciate all she has done for our students. Amy and the new therapist from Beech Acres will be working together to make this transition as smooth as possible for the students and caregivers. We will be utilizing the Beyond The Classroom model.
In the next few weeks, Amy will be contacting her clients and their caregivers to be given an option of changing to the new therapist or staying with Solutions in an outpatient setting. All clients will have the choice and may especially be interested in remaining with Solutions if they are currently receiving psychiatry/MEDSOM services.
We would like to thank Solutions for providing services to our students and will continue to refer our families to the agency for Drug and Alcohol services, the PACT program, and outpatient therapy services when school-based isn’t the best fit for the student. Solutions also continues to offer walk-in assessment hours for more emergent needs for SUD and adult services.
We are looking forward to continuing to partner with Beech Acres for grades 9-12. If you have any questions, please reach out to your child’s school counselor or our Social Emotional Health Coordinator, Kim Sellers at 513.398.8050, ext. 10056 or ksellers@kingslocal.net.
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Mental Health Support for Parents and Families |
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As we recognize Mental Health Month, here are some resources for you to help your children manage the end-of-school-year stress provided by Hopesquad.
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Kings Color Guard Seeking Members |
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Students in grades 8-12 next year are invited to be a part of the Kings High School Color Guard!

Tryouts will take place on May 10 and May 13.No experience necessary to join the Color Guard. Click here for more information.
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If you aren't following us on our social media channels, you are missing out! Don't miss one bit of news!
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Check out our VIRTUAL BACKPACK for more information on our newly added activities and fundraisers. Make sure to check out our SUMMER CAMP page!
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Kings Stagelighters is hosting a one-day theatre camp, Little Knights on Broadway, on Saturday, June 5 for those students completing grades K-6.
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Kings Athletic News
Check out Kings Athletics website! You can find out schedule information, upcoming events, news about teams, and even get directions to away venues.
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KABC Summer Camps Are Back This Year! |
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Kings Athletics youth summer camps are back! We are excited to host our Kings Athletic Youth Summer Camps once again and we look forward to seeing all of our future Knights back in their favorite camps!
If you have any questions regarding summer camps, please be sure to contact our department directly at 513-459-2937. We can't wait to see everyone this summer!
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KHS Runner Will Compete Against Best in State |
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Kings High School Senior, Alex Justus has been invited to participate in the Angela Bizzarri 1 Mile contest which is a featured event during the annual Mason Rod Russell Invitational.
This prestigious event is held for the top runners in the state. Alex, the 800m Indoor State Champion, will compete against many other distance specialists vying for the title of Ohio's top miler.
Alex will run his heat at approximately 8:30 p.m. at the Mason High School Track. You can watch live stream or keep up with live results updates courtesy of Finish Timing and check the MileSplit Ohio Twitter page for photos of event winners throughout the meet.
Good luck, Alex!
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Kings Women's Lacrosse Senior Night |
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This week the Kings Women's Lacrosse Team honored their senior players. The senior player's dads also dressed up for the occasion in matching jackets!
Good luck seniors! Thanks for a great four years!
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Kings Cross Country Meeting |
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There will be an informational meeting for all students Kings High School students who are interested in running Cross Country this fall.
The meeting will be held on Monday, May 17 from 2:00-3:00 p.m. in the KHS Auditorium.
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Send Us the News You Want to See! |
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Contact Dawn Gould - Community Relations Coordinator at
Knight Nation News is a publication of the Kings Local School District Communications Department.
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Kings Local School District
1797 King Ave
Kings Mills, Ohio 45034
513.398.8050
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