The Kings Board of Education and Administration strives to be transparent and provide relevant financial information to the community. We were recently made aware that Ohio Governor Mike DeWine's initial state budget cuts Kings’ funding by approximately $2,000,000 in school years 2025-2027. See the graph below that illustrates the drop in state funding.

We are collaborating with state and county advocacy groups, as well as community members to push for adjustments to the budget proposal which will provide essential resources for our growing diverse student population and support property tax relief for elderly and disabled residents, If you would like to help advocate to protect Kings’ funding, you can take action by contacting our state legislators. Simply use this form letter and send it to these legislators and their aides.

Please contact Treasurer, Mike Morrow, at mmorrow@kingslocal.net with any questions regarding the state budget or Kings finances.

Two Kings High School students participated in the Mason-Deerfield Rotary’s Four-Way Test Speech Contest this week. Congratulations to Junior Taylor Kleis and Senior, Eva Moore who took first and second place, respectively.

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?

Taylor spoke about her father, the late Kings teacher, Kevin Kleis, who passed away from cancer last July after a two-and-a-half-year battle with cancer. She said she learned from him that living your best life and leading others with kindness, respect, and love is so important. Rotary President, Jean Raga said, "She truly carries her father in her heart, you could just feel it from her speech."

As the winner, Taylor will now compete at the District level on Sunday, March 30 at Wright State University. We are proud of you Taylor and Eva!

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.

As the winner, Taylor will now compete at the District level on Sunday, March 30 at Wright State University. Good luck, Taylor!

Taylor and Eva's speech teacher is Mr. Pete Moore.

Pictured L-R: Eva Moore and Taylor Kleis

At Kings High School, the spirit of compassion and support for mental wellness rang through the halls as students recently came together on Monday, March 3 to celebrate World Teen Mental Wellness Day.

Spearheaded by the school's dedicated Sources of Strength Peer Leaders, this initiative was a testament to the power of student-led advocacy for mental health. Sources of Strength students were once again awarded a grant to help fund the day's activities courtesy of the Joe Burrow Foundation, Hopeful Empowered Youth, Interact for Health, and bi3.

With enthusiasm and determination, these young leaders organized a series of events and activities aimed at promoting mental wellness within the school community, such as a duck scavenger hunt, prize wheel, poster contest, and more. The day was filled with opportunities for students to engage in meaningful conversations about mental health and learn valuable coping skills

Kings High School is a Sources of Strength (SoS) school. The mission of Sources is to spread hope, help, and strength to our community by helping students and staff turn to their strengths and supports during tough times.   

It's always great when we see our older Knights working with our youngest Knights.

We caught Kings High School German 4 students visiting Kings Mills Elementary this week. The high schoolers taught the 3rd graders some basic German. They planned their lessons and created materials and activities for the elementary students.

KHS German teacher, Frau Christine Koenig, said, "The little kids (and I, too) fell in love with them and can’t wait for the fun classes they’ll teach in the coming weeks."

This is yet another example of our Kings Power5 Skills in action!

Congratulations to Kings High School Math teacher, Lynn Brant who has been named a 2025 Civic Learning Week All-Star by Innerview.

Innerview said, "One of the many areas we have seen impact and commitment is her tireless effort to support and lead the KHS Community Service Program at Kings High School. Inspiring students to get involved in community service delivers immediate community needs but also helps students demonstrate character, connectedness, and develops critical skills all through hands-on civic learning experiences."

Under Mrs. Brant's supervision, KHS students have invested 7,228 impact hours of talent and time in community service this school year. "Volunteerism is a learned behavior and you have been a fabulous role model," they said.

These last few months have been a busy time for our Kings High School seniors and the KHS Counseling Office which has been helping them during the college application process.

The KHS Counseling Office recently provided our students with standardized test experience by hosting the ACT® and Pre-ACT® tests. The Pre-ACT® is a diagnostic practice test for sophomores that gives them experience of taking the ACT® before they take the actual test. Three hundred forty-five students took the test through the LEAP Program, a local test prep company that will score and email test results to students and parents.

We had 400 juniors take the ACT® test which was an opportunity for students to take the test for free and receive a legitimate score for college applications. The typical cost to take the ACT® is $60. As part of a state mandate, state law requires districts and community schools to administer the ACT® to all 11th-grade students in the spring of each year. ACT® scores can be used for college admission purposes and/or seals needed for high school graduation.

Additionally, KHS School Counselor, Erika Volker reports that approximately 69% of KHS seniors have applied to at least one college, and 71% of seniors have applied to an average of four colleges for the next school year.

The KHS Counseling Office has sent out 2,758 documents including transcripts and counselor recommendations and our teachers have sent 1,146 recommendation letters.

Good luck to all of our seniors in their college and job searches!

Are you looking for a fun safe option for your kids before or after school for next school year?

Registration is now open for the Kings Kids Before/After School Program for the 2025-2026 school year. Our Before/After School Program is open to children in kindergarten through 6th grade. The after-school program is offered at JFB, KME, and SLE.

If your child attends CIS Kings Kids in the before schoolpProgram, they will start their day at CIS and if they plan on attending the after-school program, they will be bussed back to their home elementary. 

Please complete the Kings Kids B/A 2025-2026 Interest Form to be considered for enrollment. Families will be emailed of acceptance or waitlist by April. 

Back by popular demand! If you missed our Kings Spiritwear Committee's first collaboration with Cincinnati Bengals player, Ted Karras' Cincy Hat x Kings branded hats, you're in luck!

The Kings x Cincy Hat collaboration has returned with new styles for spring. Let’s show up again to support a great cause and represent new gear!

Ted Karras shared a special video message for the Kings Community thanking them for supporting his charity for adults with disabilities.

The limited-time sale ENDS ON SUNDAY, MARCH 16. We expect a sell-out again so shop early! 

Kings High School is partnering with the Hoxworth Blood Center to host the KHS/Jorge Gonzalez Memorial Blood Drive on Wednesday, April 10.

In October 2021, we lost an incredible teacher, colleague, and friend to COVID – Jorge Gonzalez. Jorge was a KHS Spanish teacher and was very passionate about life-saving blood donation. Jorge started coordinating Hoxworth Blood Drives in January 2004 and hosted his last one in September 2021. Under his coordination, the drives collected 1262 units of blood; the potential to save the lives of more than 3786 patients!

The blood drive will take place in the Kings Junior High School Multipurpose Room from 10:15 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.Let's continue Jorge's legacy by donating blood to save lives. Sign up here.

Are you or someone you know looking to make some extra money while your kids are in school?

Kings is looking to hire substitute teachers and substitute paraprofessionals.To apply to be a substitute teacher apply here. To apply to be a Paraprofessional substitute, please contact Timothy J. Spinner at tspinner@kingslocal.net.

Kindergarten Registration for the 2025-2026 school year has begun. The online process will run through March 21, 2025. To enroll for kindergarten, your child must turn five by August 1, 2025.

Visit the Registration tab on our website.

Preschool registration is open for the 2025-2026 School Year. Your child must be 3 years old by August 1, 2025, and be fully potty trained in order to register. (children with disabilities do not have to be potty trained)

CLICK HERE to register.

Are you looking for something fun for your kids this summer? Registration is now for Kings Kids Summer Camp! We are excited for another fun-filled summer with lots of planned activities, in-camp programs, and field trips. 

Summer Camp is open to children who attend our KECC preschool through 5th grade. Please complete the interest form. Families will be emailed of acceptance by the end of February. 

Don't miss out on buying your high school student this year's yearbook. Visit yearbookforever.com and search Kings High School. Parents can purchase space in the yearbook to leave a special message for their students. See the example below.

Visit the KHS Yearbook Facebook page for updates and reminders.

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 Kings Board of Education meets twice a month. They hold a Work Session on the second Tuesday of the month and a Regular Meeting on the third Tuesday of the month.

All meetings are held at 6:00 p.m. and are livestreamed on the Kings Youtube channel.

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

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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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!

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.

Congratulations to our Kings High School State Indoor Track Team who brought home 3 TOP TEN finishes in the STATE last weekend!

Brennan Johnson - 5th in the STATE - High Jump

Vicent Santiago, Noah Magrino, Jaxon Frisk, Brennan Johnson - 5th in the STATE - Boys 4x200 Meter Relay

Jaxon Frisk- 8th in the STATE - High Jump

We are very proud of our athletes for representing Kings so well!

The Kings Athletic Booster Club hosted its annual Knight to Remember fundraiser last weekend. Their western-themed event hosted nearly 300 attendees at the Manor House in Mason.

The biggest fundraiser of the year for the Athletic Department brought in over $50,000 that will support our student-athletes. Kings is one of very few school districts in the area that doesn't require athletes to pay to participate. It is because of the money raised at this event that helps defray the costs.

See below for a list of all of the sponsors who helped make the night a success.