KINGS LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

EBBN - Electronic Blackboard News April 6, 2018

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Upcoming Events  Apr. 10— Kings Board of Education Work Session, 5:30 p.m., KEC Conf. Rm. 2. Apr. 17— Kings Board of Education Regular Meeting, 6:30 p.m., KEC Conf. Rm. 2. Apr. 19 — Knight of Innovation, 5:00-8:00 p.m., Kings High School. Apr. 21— KHS Prom, 6:30-11:00 p.m., The Savannah Center. Apr. 23 — Kings High School College and Transition Fair, 6:00-7:30 p.m., KHS. May 19— KHS Graduation, 2:00 p.m., Cintas Center. May 22— Last Day of School! More event information can be found at: http://kingslocal.tandemcal.com/index.php

News & Announcements

Kings Adds Second SRO We are excited to report that a longstanding partnership between the Warren County Sheriff’s Office and Deerfield Township will result in the addition of one full-time school resource officer beginning in the 2018-19 school year at no cost to the school district. The new officer is a Warren County Sheriff’s deputy who will provide full-time school resource officer duties for the Kings elementary buildings which will be funded by Deerfield Township. “There is no higher priority than the safety and security of our students and staff,” said Tim Ackermann, superintendent of Kings Local School District. Ackermann noted that the district currently has one school resource officer headquartered at Kings High School but with responsibility for multiple locations. The addition of a second full-time deputy will significantly expand the safety coverage the district provides to students and staff. “We are grateful for the strong partnership we enjoy with Deerfield Township and the Warren County Sheriff’s Office,” Ackermann said. “Knowing Sheriff Larry Sims and his team are focused on our safety allows us to keep our attention on educating.” “We are 100 percent committed to supporting our local school districts in any way we can,” said Lelle Lutts- Hedding, president of the Deerfield Township Board of Trustees. “Ensuring the safety of our kids takes the watchful eye of an entire community. The township recognizes the responsibility we have every single day to keep our school campuses safe, and we are honored to work with Sheriff Sims, Superintendent Ackermann, and the entire school district to do so.” “Our deputies bring the skills, training, and resources of our entire department with them in their service to local students,” said Warren County Sheriff Larry Sims. “These are our kids and grandkids, too, so we take this work personally and feel privileged to serve.” The location for the new SRO is to be determined.

JFB Teacher Named Teacher of the Week  Congratulations to J.F. Burns 3rd grade teacher, Robyn Bersani who was named Warm 98/Channel 5 Teacher of the week! Mrs. Bersani was chosen out of dozens of nominations. Bersani was nominated by Heather Combs who stated, "Mrs. Bersani is an innovative, inspiring, caring, teacher who teachers her students to be respectful problem solvers and to think out thebox. She is creative in her teaching providing a relaxing environment with flexible seating. My son states 'I feel at home when I am at school.' As a teacher myself, she is a true role model to all of us!" She was surprised in her classroom on Thursday, April 5 by Bob and Marianne, morning hosts on Warm 98. She received a plaque, a bouquet of flowers from H.J. Benken Florist, a swag bag from Modern Office Methods, and a class pizza party from Westshore Pizza in Mason. Watch as she receives her special recognition!

KHS Senior Reflection Night and KHS Art Show On Thursday, April 5, Kings High School seniors participated in the annual Community Service Reflection Night, a night where all seniors share with the community how they performed their required community service hours. The evening began with seniors receiving community service awards for various levels of service performed during their senior year. Senior Nora Fitzgerald was presented with the Mayerson Foundation Book Award by KHS Community Service Adviser, Lynn Brant. Nora has logged over 1,100 community service hours. The featured speaker of the evening was KHS Class of 2013 graduate, Zack Middleton representing St. Jude Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. He spoke to the entire senior class and their guests about St. Jude's mission to care for pediatric cancer patients at no cost. Zack encouraged the seniors to continue their community service work. After the program in the auditorium, students gathered in assigned classrooms throughout the building to give a short presentation of how their community service impacted their lives and lives of others. Many students used technology such as videos, movies, or Powerpoint presentations to reflect on their service experiences. The Class of 2018 has completed over 24,000 community service hours and counting! Additionally, the Kings High School Art Show was held in the Bradford Learning Commons. Several pieces of art from our undergrad art students, as well as the Senior Art Show projects were on display throughout the commons. We sure have some talented students at KHS! Click here for a gallery of photos from the evening.

Celebrating Autism Students in the Social Communication Classroom at Kings Mills Elementary recently completed a project to raise awareness about autism for Autism Awareness Month. The SCC room is made up of mostly autistic students in grades K-3. Unfortunately, many tend to misunderstand what autism is. Paraprofessional, Jessica Halsey, said, "Autism is very unique and different. Not one child with autism is the same as the next." The class made a bulletin board that said, "We Are Different Not Less! We Are Able." Yes you are! Way to go, SCC students!

Ohio Representatives Visit KHS  Friday April 6, Ohio House of Representatives Member Sarah LaTourette (District 76) and Scott Lipps (District 62) visited Kings High School. State House Member LaTourette serves as the Assistant Majority Floor Leader and State House Member Lipps serves on the Finance and Government Oversight Committees.  During their visit the House Members discussed the importance of state politics, their political experiences, and most importantly, answered student questions. Both House Members understand the importance of the student experience and encouraged students to think about a career in government.

CIS Students Collect Supplies for Puerto Rico Prior to Spring Break, Columbia Intermediate School 5th graders on Team Tenacity participated in a community service project. The students collected supplies for Puerto Rico hurricane victims. Team Tenacity student, Natalia Marcano and her family (pictured) traveled to their hometown in Puerto Rico over Spring Break. Natalia and her family met a 5th grade class and their teacher in a "not quite middle class" town. They told the students about Team Tenacity and how they felt the need to help. Natalia's mother, Tania said, "The kids were so appreciative and sweet." She said many of the children lost their homes and the school served as a shelter for several weeks with the principal working there every day serving meals and helping the nearly 130 families affected by the hurricane. She said, "One boy said he could not believe people so far away were thinking of them and how good it felt." Great job, Team Tenacity!

Celebrating STEAM Education at Knight of Innovation  Kings High School will celebrate STEAM education at their Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead Knight of Innovation on Thursday, April 19 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. This community event will showcase STEAM projects that will feature interactive booths in the Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics subjects such as: an electric car, geocaching, arcade machine programming, 2-D animation, paper airplanes, 3-D printing, bridge building, hydraulics, resistors, and playing music on bananas and cheese! Food trucks will be available for dinner and snack options. Come enjoy a delicious dinner while experiencing STEAM at Kings! You don’t want to miss this great night at KHS! Bring the kids! The exhibit is open to the public.

Outsider’s Day at KJH After reading S.E. Hinton's timeless novel, “ The Outsiders ,” the entire 7th grade at Kings Junior High School celebrated Outsiders Day on Friday, March 23. Students dressed in their very best "Greaser" and "Social" outfits as they participated in the interdisciplinary day.  Students started their day in the gym where they had a chance to show off their athletic skills during the "Rumble in the Gym," where the Greasers and the Socials competed in a dodgeball tournament. They listened to guest speakers, Officer Haney, Officer Yarde, and Diane Ruwe from the Warren County Juvenile Detention Center, who presented information about gangs, prejudices, and homelessness.  Students also had an opportunity to view Francis Ford Coppola's movie adaptation of the novel and they vied for prizes in a best-dressed contest. Several KJH teachers got in on the fun, too, sporting stylish madras shirts and slacks, "tuff" jeans and t-shirts, great 60's hairstyles. To end the great day, the students were treated to Kona Ice. Winners of the best dressed contest are Grace Jones (dressed as a social), and Aaron Groff (greaser).

KHS Knights Watch Students Win Video Contest We recently told you about our students the Kings High School Knights Watch Program who submitted a video in the Apex Learning Really Ready Video Contest. The contest challenges students to tell their story on how their district, school, or classroom is using the Apex Learning digital curriculum. Mr. Goldie, Knights Watch Adviser received word last week that our students won the Grand Prize of the contest. The class won an Apple iPad mini. Check out their winning video !

Kings High School Yearbook sales are almost over! It's your last chance to buy the one book that captures your child's year at Kings High School forever - the Kings High School yearbook! Don't miss out - the deadline to purchase a yearbook is Friday, April 27, 2018. Help your child remember their classes, their friends, the school events, and more.Order the Kings High School yearbook today!   www.yearbookforever.com

KHS Prom Information This year's Kings High School Prom will take place on Saturday, April 21 from 6:30-11:00 p.m. This year's prom takes place at The Savannah Center in West Chester. Tickets went on sale this week and will be sold during KHS lunch through Friday, April 13. Tickets are $75 per person and go up to $80 on April 10. Students are require to fill out all prom forms prior to purchasing a ticket. This year's After Prom will take place at The Savannah Center from 11:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.

Don't Miss KJH Art Show! The Kings Community is invited to the Kings Junior High Art Show on Thursday, April 12 from 4:00-7:00 p.m. in the Kings High School Learning Commons. Student artwork in grades 7-11 will be on display for everyone's viewing pleasure. 7th and 8th grade artist's work in drawing, painting and ceramics will be displayed along with underclassmen's work.

Don't forget to Save the Date for May for the South Lebanon Elementary ALL STUDENT ART SHOW AND SALE.   Each student at SLE will have their artwork framed and on display in the cafeteria. There is an option to buy the frame at the show if you choose. There is no cost to get in to the art show. This is a school fundraiser and art of the proceeds go to the art department for purchase of art supplies. If you have any questions contact SLE Art Teacher Stacy Hoffert at shoffert@kingslocal.net.

KHS Transition and College Fair At Kings High School, they focus on providing students with the best education possible. In meeting the demands of the future, they believe it’s important to allow all students the opportunity to have exposure to the various options they have available to them once they graduate from Kings High School. In order to meet that goal, they have planned to hold their first ever Kings High School College and Transition Fair on April 23, 2018. Students in grades 9-11 will have the opportunity to attend during school hours and this event will be open to the public beginning at 6:00 p.m. Students and parents will have the opportunity to visit different booths to increase their knowledge of post-secondary opportunities including military, two-year, and 4 year college degree programs. Additionally, there will be services available from select colleges to discuss student accessibility and accommodations at the collegiate level. As part of the event, they have also invited adult service providers, transition programs, and adult agencies to provide families with information about the opportunities available to their students post-secondary options. We hope you are able to participate. Mark your calendars for April 23, 2018!

KHS Senior Yard Signs Graduation is right around the corner. Don’t miss your opportunity to purchase a Senior Yard Sign! For the 17th year, the Kings After Prom Party Committee is selling the signs for seniors. The 24x18 signs are printed on both sides with your student’s name hand printed by parent volunteers and then stapled onto brackets. You can personally pick up your sign or have your senior bring the sign home from school. Pick up date will be Monday, April 30, between 6:00 – 7:00 p.m., in the KHS Cafeteria, or seniors will bring signs home from school on May 1. We know how proud you are of your student’s accomplishment in graduating and this is such a fun way to show it to family, friends, neighbors and the community in general!  Simply complete this form and return by Monday, April 13  along with a $10 check made payable to KAPP (Kings After Prom Party). Feel free to order as many as you want! ORDERS MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN APRIL 13. The KAPP is looking for volunteers to help with the printing of the student’s names on these signs, please indicate if you can help on the order form. If you have questions, please feel free to call Diane Westaway at 513-543-3371 or email at westaway@fuse.net .

Kings Football March Madness Watch for our Kings Football players this weekend as they deliver mulch orders! Thank you for your support of the Kings Football Program!

Kings Kloset Open Saturday The Kings Kloset will be open this Saturday, April 7 from 9:00-11:00 a.m. They will have several prom dresses to choose from. They are also collecting Spring/Summer clothing for all ages/sizes. If you would like to donate please contact Kings Kloset .

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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.  Find us on Facebook !

Kings Athletics Summer Athletic Camps Kings Athletics and the Kings Athletic Booster Club has started taking registrations for their ever-popular Summer Athletic Camps.   This is a great opportunity to learn your favorite sports from Kings' coaching staff this summer! The Kings Athletic Department is offering several athletic camps that are focused on fun and learning the fundamentals of each sport!  Our camps are run by our own coaching staff and are a great chance to learn from the best! Get more information and register HERE . No experience is necessary! If you have any questions regarding summer camps, please contact the Athletic Department at 513-459-2937.

Fundraisers and More!

Check out our VIRTUAL BACKPACK !    All flyers for school events and non-profit organizations are posted in our Virtual Backpack. Please be sure to check the Virtual Backpack weekly to stay up to date on district events. We’ve added lots of great district events and opportunities and activities for your child! We are beginning to add Summer Camp Information!

Substitute Teachers Needed at Kings Do you have a Bachelor's Degree? Need some extra cash? Want to have a flexible schedule? Perfect! Apply to be a substitute teacher in the Kings School District! Click the link below to apply, Apply Today!

Coming soon to J.F. Burns!!! Krazy Karnival 2018 Mark your calendar for Saturday, April 28 for this year's J.F. Burns Elementary Krazy Karnival! It's the school's most exciting fundraiser of the year! It's a fun day of games, raffles, vendor fair and more. This year's Krazy Karnival will run from 1:00-6:00 p.m. For more details click here . If you have a small business and would like to participate in or have any questions regarding the Vendor Fair please contact Paula Voegele at  pvoegele@fuse.net .

Kings Food Service Looking for Subs The Kings Food Service Department is looking for Food Service Substitute employees. If you are interested please contact Jennifer Arlinghaus, Food Service Director, 513-398-8050, ext 10017 or  jarlinghaus@kingslocal.net.

Kings Transportation Seeking Bus Drivers Be a part of our growing community! Become a Kings Bus driver! Starting pay is $18.25/hr. Now offering a sign on bonus and paid training. No experience necessary!  For more information call: 513-398-8050, x10023.

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Deerfield Township is looking for individuals, families, community groups, and businesses volunteers to help clean Kingswood Park on Saturday, April 28 from 8:00 a.m.-noon. Click here for more information.

Support the Joshua's Place/Kings Power Pack Program at Upcoming 5K  Do You have a New Years’ Resolution? If your New Years’ Resolution is to be healthier or to get involved with the community here is a way to help out the Kings Power Pack Program for our very own Kings Families! The Joshua's Place Power Pack 5K Run/Walk will take place on Saturday, April 7, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. The registration fee is $25 on race day. The easy route will begin at the South Lebanon Community Center and will utilize the bike trail near the Little Miami River. Medals and trophies will be awarded to top participants in several categories. We hope to see the community help the Kings Power Pack Program at this year's 5K run/walk!

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