February 15, 2019

“A vacation helps to relieve stress and boredom, gives us a change of scenery, provides us with adventure, and helps to bring us closer to the people in our lives.” – 















February:

2/18-2/2/22 - NPS Schools Close for February Break
2/25 - NPS Schools Re-Open

March:

March 4 - Gr 7 Team Awesome Field Trip to Gillette Stadium
March 5 - Gr 7 Team Curiosity Field Trip to Gillette Stadium
March 12 - Gr 8 National Language Exam, 8:00-9:30am
March 12 - Heart Rate Monitor Parent Info Night, 7pm @ NHS Gym 
March 13 - Early Release Day
March 15 - Trimester 2 Ends
March 18 - Trimester 3 Begins
March 22 - Report Cards available after 3pm
March 22, 23 & 24, - KMS Musical - " Crazy For You "


Reminder to Parents: Please do not send your children in with coffee. Thanks!
Grade Five "100 Day"Celebration
Hoopla-Star Spangled Banner
NATURE'S CLASSROOM RAFFLE



Grade 5 Service Project and Celebration


Congratulations to the fifth grade for a very successful 100th day service project. 1177 items were collected and donated to the Natick Service Council Food Pantry for those in need in our 8 day food drive. Thank you to Grade 5 students and families who donated! Students enjoyed some fun station activities today to celebrate their accomplishments.
Grade 8 Students Assemble the Aquaponics System

Heart Rate Monitor Night Series 1


Please click on this link

BOKS is a fun active program designed to wake up our children's brains, and get their negative energy out so they can prepare themselves for a day of learning. BOKS will run a Winter/Spring session starting 2/4, Monday and Wednesdays 7:10-7:35. Come join a great group of kids playing games and having fun. Any questions please email Heather Chase at:  hbchase@yahoo.com . Registration forms are located in the virtual backpack.  


Please click on this link for the registration form.
John F. Kennedy Middle School
Library Gift Book Wish List



Making a donation of a dedicated book is the perfect and lasting way to honor a friend or loved one. It is also an invaluable way of helping the KMSl Library. Occasions can include, but are not limited to: your child’s/ family member’s birthday, honoring someone for an achievement or special occasion, honoring a special teacher, thanking a friend, honoring an anniversary and in memory of a loved one. Your new book will become a permanent part of the KMS Library and a source of learning and enjoyment for other students for years to come.

You or your child may choose a book from a selection provided by the KMS Librarian.
Books need to be chosen from the wishlist on amazon.com.
You should browse the list first and then proceed by clicking the link below.


A bookplate recognizing the gift will be placed in the book.
Your child can choose to be the first person to check out the book. The honoree will be notified of your donation via e-mail unless otherwise specified.
If the book was donated to honor your child’s birthday, with your authorization,
your child’s photo (with the book) shall be taken and displayed in the the library.
Kennedy Yearbook

If you haven't purchased your child's book already please do so immediately  here . The price is currently $35 for our hardcover, full-color book.   On January 30th the price will increase to $40.   If you wait too long we won't be able to promise a yearbook will be available for your child. Don't let your child miss out on this keepsake. Yearbooks last a lifetime!



The Kennedy Order # is: 13244


KMS Clubs and Activities

Please click on the link for more information.





DROP OFF AND PICKUP AT KENNEDY

Parents please stay in the car loading and unloading zone. Only busses are allowed in the lane closest to the school. Please stay in a single file.
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Natick Information Line

The Town of Natick Community Services Department has launched Natick Information Line, a project designed to help residents find the resources they need.

Helping find the information you need like: Financial assistance, transportation, childcare, veterans’ services, after-school activities, legal services, access to health care, crisis intervention, food/clothing/shelter, counseling, support groups and elder services.

Available Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Friday 8:00 a.m. – noon.
Call 508-647-6519











SPARK needs your support: Please click on this link to donate!




Single Dads Resilient Parenting Group: Navigating New Challenges for You and Your Child
Mondays 6:30-8pm on 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, & 4/1 at Later @ Longfellow
Advance registration is required for this small group for single dads which is led by two fathers -- Jon Mattleman and Chris Minidis. This program is free and dinner and babysitting are provided. Each week will focus on a different topic of importance to the group. Click here to learn more and to register.
—Lead Sponsors: MutualOne Charitable Foundation, Metrowest Regional Coalition for Suicide Prevention, Longfellow Health Club, SPARK Kindness










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Our mission at the John F. Kennedy Middle School is to provide a safe and healthy learning community that fosters respect and promotes intellectual, social, and emotional growth. We engage and challenge our students while valuing their individual strengths.