kms - the buzz (21-22 newsletter)

MR. SCOTT AMSTUTZ - PRINCIPAL 9152 CHILLICOTHE RD.MR. DAVID LEONE - ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL KIRTLAND • OHIO 44094MR. GREG BELL - COUNSELOR 440.256.3358MRS. ADRIAN STINSON - SECRETARY WWW.KIRTLANDSCHOOLS.ORG

October 2021Follow us on Twitter:

@MrAmstutz & @MrLeoneKMS

Red Ribbon week and Bully Prevention monthRed Ribbon Week is the last week in October. This is the largest and longest-running drug useprevention campaign. KMS will be joining schools across the country in bringing awareness to thismessage.

October is also bully prevention month. KMS is planning activities to help students understand howto recognize bullying and how to prevent it in our school.

KMS-PTA Book FairWe are excited to welcome back an in-person book fair at KMS this year in conjunction with theKirtland PTA. This year the book fair will also have an online component that will last two weeks,extending our book fair by a week. The in-person book fair will run from November 1-5, 2021, whilethe online book fair will run from November 1-14, 2021. More information will be coming soon toparents and students, so stay tuned.

PTA Membership Drive & Calendar of Events 21-22See the attached flyer for more information on this year’s PTA membership drive, as well as theirfull calendar of events for this school year.

Kirtland Public Library Youth Programs - October 2021See the attached flyer for details.

Kirtland Local Schools Wellness Challenge - October 2021See the attached flyer for details.

Kirtland Local Schools 6-12 Lunch Menu - October 2021See the attached flyer for details.

Kirtland Youth Basketball League (KYBL) - Registration is now Open!See the attached flyer for details.

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KMS’s digital HORNET High-5s & “Strike” SystemsHORNET High-5s are digital. Check your inbox throughout this semester for possible #HH5 emailscelebrating students “caught doing good.” We will also continue to implement our “strike” system atKMS. This program is non-disciplinary but helps students correct poor behaviors or choices. The“Stike” system also helps us to better inform parents of poor student behaviors while working withstudents to remediate these behaviors before they become more severe or frequent. Both of theseprograms hope to create better lines of communication between students, staff, and parents andhelp celebrate or correct behaviors through open and honest discussions.

KMS Homework Tracker...● ...is where teachers are regularly updating homework assignments and due dates for

upcoming projects, tests, and quizzes.● ...is a tool to help parents and students more effectively keep track of work on a

nightly/weekly basis● ...is NOT a replacement for student accountability or the end-all-be-all in what is required of

students. Students SHOULD BE encouraged to keep track of their individual assignmentsand requirements as expectations can and will change at times for their class

● ...does allow you to look back over time (as previous weeks have been archived for yourconvenience)

The Buzz｜October 2021

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Kirtland PTA Calendar of Events 2021-2022 ** All events subject to change/cancellation

OCTOBER

Friday, 10/1: Custodian Appreciation Day

Tuesday, 10/12: PTA Meeting, 7pm, in Hornet Hall

TBD: Candidates Night

Sunday, 10/31: Deadline to purchase PTA Membership

https://kirtlandpta.memberhub.store

NOVEMBER Tuesday, 11/9: PTA Meeting, 7pm, in Hornet Hall

Thursday, 11/11-Monday 11/15: KES Book Fair

TBD: KMS Book Fair

DECEMBER Tuesday, 12/14 : PTA Meeting, 7pm, in Hornet Hall

TBD: Deck the Halls

JANUARY Tuesday, 1/11: PTA Meeting, 7pm, in Hornet Hall

Friday, 1/21: PTA KES BINGO Night (will be in person if allowed)

FEBRUARY Tuesday, 2/8: PTA Meeting, 7pm, in Hornet Hall Thursday, 2/10: School Counselor Appreciation Day Monday, 2/14: KES Heart Healthy Day MARCH Tuesday, 3/8: PTA Meeting, 7pm, in Hornet Hall

TBD: Boy's Bowling Bash APRIL Monday, 4/4: Deadline to turn in PTA Scholarship Applications for KHS Seniors Tuesday, 4/12: PTA meeting, 7pm, in Hornet Hall Wednesday, 4/27: Administrative Professionals Day Friday, 4/29: Principal Appreciation Day Saturday, 4/30: PTA Spring Auction (*tentative date)

MAY & JUNE Monday, 5/2: School Bus Driver Appreciation Day Tuesday, 5/3: Teacher Appreciation Day Thursday & Friday, 5/5-5/6: Kalahari Day Tuesday, 5/10: Last PTA Meeting of the Year, 7pm, in Hornet Hall Wednesday, 5/12: School Nurse Appreciation Day

TBD: Princess Prom Wednesday, 6/1: Last Day of School, PTA Class Picnics & 5th Grade Party

Kirtland Public Library October 2021 Youth Programs

Blue = age birth-5 Black = Multiple Ages

Due to the rising Covid numbers, all Youth programs will be held via

Zoom in October. We will keep a close eye on Covid numbers and re-evaluate each month.

Tuesday Zoom Family Storytime 10:00am Tuesdays in October We’re taking Storytime back to Zoom! Great stories, songs, rhymes, and more to share with your young child. Please register for October Storytimes at www.kirtland.lib.oh.us , and the Zoom link will be emailed to you.

Wednesday Zoom Lapsit 10:00am Tuesdays in October This short, very interactive program designed for families with children under the age of 3 will include bounces, tickles, one book, and end with shaker and scarf activities. Please have a shaker (or a small container with a few beans or grains of rice inside, securely taped shut) and a scarf (or towel or napkin or hankerchief) handy. Please register for October Lapsit at www.kirtland.lib.oh.us and the Zoom

link will be emailed to you.

1000 Books Before Kindergarten Read to your young child and the library will cheer you on! Sign up at the Children’s desk to receive your bookbag and first reading log, and check out great books to read with your young child. You can track the reading by using the app 1000 Books Before Kindergarten if you’d rather. Place a sticker on our

1000 Books Before Kindergarten Flower Garden in the Picture Book Room each time you have read another 100 books. Earn special incentives for 500 and 1000 books. Help your child discover the joy of reading by cuddling up with your child and lots of fantastic books. Family Reading Program with Local Author Tricia Springstubb 7:00 pm Thursday, Oct. 7 2021

Tricia Springstubb has written several books for kids and tweens. Her newest book is The Most Perfect Thing in the Universe. Join the conversation about writing and reading. This program is geared to families and in person. She will have books for sale. This program is free and seating is limited. Please register online. Masks required.

Do Re Me and You Dance Party 11:00 am Friday, October 22, 2021

For families with children ages 5 and under. Join us for a VIRTUAL dance party on Zoom! Let loose, get moving, and be silly. Please register online for this event at www.kirtland.lib.oh.us.

Chocolate Science via Zoom 10:30 am Saturday, October 23, 2021 Science and math with chocolate? Yes, please! Kids of all ages, register for

this program and the Zoom link will be emailed to you. Then come to the library to pick up your activity bag during the week before the program. Finally, log in on Zoom on October 23 at 10:30 and do several activities with chocolate! Please register at www.kirtland.lib.oh.us

Virtual Scary Stories 2:00 pm Saturday, October 30, 2021

Join us for some scary storytelling, snacks, and a craft on Zoom! Miss Nikki will be reading tales from R.L. Stine and from ‘Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark’. Pick up a kit from the Library starting on October 25th with everything you’ll need for this spooky afternoon. Costumes encouraged! For kids 8 years and older. Please register online.

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October Kirtland Schools Wellness Challenge

Name: ____________________________

School: ___________________________

Circle one: Staff or Student

“Every day may not be good, but there is good in every day.” The way you look at things and your positive mindset can make a difference in how you experience your day.

Earn 1 Point for each activity accomplished. PLEASE REMEMBER TO ENTER YOUR TOTAL NUMBER OF POINTS FOR THE MONTH.

ALL ENTRIES MUST BE RETURNED TO THE SERVICE BUILDING – NUTRITION SERVICES NO LATER THAN WEDNESDAY November 3, 2021

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Total number of

points for the

month

1 Make a list of new things you want to do this month.

2 Get outside and enjoy the weather.

3 Read something inspirational.

4 Respond to a difficult situation a different way.

5 Try a new route to where you need to be. Be aware of your journey.

6 Be willing to ask for help.

7 Choose to see something good about what has gone wrong.

8 Catch yourself over reacting and take a breath.

9 Close your eyes. Reflect on your accomplishments of the week.

10 Think about the week ahead. What are you looking forward to?

11 Remember EVEYRYONE struggles at times. Be patient with yourself.

12 Find a fun way to distract yourself from unhelpful thoughts.

13 Notice when you are being judgmental. Be kind to yourself.

14 Think about what you learned from a recent difficult situation.

15 Pause, breathe and feel your feet firmly on the ground.

16 Journal the positives and negatives of the week.

17 Turn off your computer and phone. It’s a tech free day!

18 Confide in someone you trust.

19 Be a realistic optimist~ Focus on what can go right.

20 If you are worried about something, write it down. This simple act can provide clarity.

21 Find something silly. Make yourself laugh.

22 Let go of the small stuff and focus on what matters.

23 Take a brisk walk with a friend.

24 Set yourself an achievable goal for the week.

25 Identify one lesson learned today.

26 If you are sad, share your experience with someone that loves you

27 Find a great joke and tell it to 3 people.

28 Ask for help or the opinion of someone you admire.

29 Surprise someone and give them a HUGE smile…just because.

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Stretch, breathe, & reflect. Repeat

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Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

1 PIZZA "MANIA" AddVariety of Toppings

Romaine SaladDiced Pears

Refried BeansMilk Variety

4 CHICKEN NUGGETS W/SOFT PRETZEL

Green BeansDiced Peaches

Fresh Fruit VarietyMilk Variety

5 GARLIC CHEESE PIZZABBQ Baked Beans

Romaine SaladGrape Tomatoes

100% Grape JuiceFresh Fruit Variety

Milk Variety

6 MINI PANCAKES,SAUSAGE LINKS, ANDHASH BROWN POTATO

TRIANGLESCarrot Sticks with Dip

Grape TomatoesFresh Fruit Variety

Milk Variety

7 SUPER NACHOS W/BAKED TOSTITO'S

Refried BeansRomaine Tossed SaladBlack Bean and Corn

Tomato SalsaFresh Fruit Variety

Milk Variety

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11 CONEY HOT DOGS ONBUN

Oven Baked French FriesGreen Beans

Hot Cinnamon ApplesFresh Fruit Variety

Milk Variety

12 CHICKEN WINGSBONELESS HOTHASH BROWN

TRIANGLESBBQ Baked Beans

Romaine Salad100% Orange Juice Cup


13 PENNE PASTA W/ MEATSAUCE

Steamed CarrotsRomaine Salad

Cucumber SlicesFresh Fruit Variety

Milk Variety

14 POPCORN CHICKENBOWL

DINNER ROLLRomaine Salad

Celery Sticks with DipCinnamon Applesauce Cup



Romaine Tossed SaladHot Cinnamon ApplesCarrot Sticks with Dip


18 CHEESE FILLEDBREADSTICK W/

MARINARA SAUCEGreen Beans

Romaine Tossed SaladDiced Peaches


19 CHICKEN NUGGETSKELLOGG'S" EGGOJI"

WAFFLESHot Cinnamon Apples

BBQ Baked Beans100% Apple Juice Cup


20 *MAC & CHEESE*Garden Peas

Romaine Tossed SaladFruit Cocktail CupFresh Fruit Variety

Milk Variety

21 CHICKEN PARMESANSANDWICH

Broccoli w/ Cheese SauceRomaine Tossed Salad



Steamed CarrotsRomaine Tossed Salad

Wango Mango Juice CupDiced Pears


25 SUPER BURGER WONION RINGS, BACON,

AND CHEESEGreen Beans


26 MINI PANCAKES,SAUSAGE LINKS, ANDHASH BROWN POTATO

TRIANGLESRomaine Tossed SaladHot Cinnamon Apples

Diced Pears100% Apple Juice Cup


27WALKING TACO DORITOSRF

Refried BeansFiesta Corn

Black Bean and CornTomato Salsa

Fruit Cocktail CupFresh Fruit Variety

Milk Variety

28 MINI CORN DOGSHASH BROWN

TRIANGLESRomaine Salad



Romaine SaladDiced Pears


OCTOBERKIRTLAND MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL MENU

*subject to changeTHE USDA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITYPROVIDER

No School

All students may receive 1breakfast and 1 lunch at"no cost" each school day.Ala Carte items such asdrinks,ice cream, snacksetc. cost extra. Do to foodchain disruptions andshortages our menu, issubject to change. We will try to keep informed onthe most current updatesof any changes.

KYBLKIRTLAND YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE

REGISTRATION IS OPEN!Come one, come all to KYBL where everyone will have a chance to learn andexperience the game of basketball. All skill levels are welcome.

KEY FACTS*

● Open to 3rd, 4th, 5th & 6th grade girls and boys● Sessions will be held on Monday and Thursday evenings, for eight weeks● Sessions will run from Thursday, October 28th - Thursday, December 16th

● Session will focus on development of key fundamental skills, learning rules of thegame, competition and fun!

● Each athlete will receive their own basketball and Kirtland basketball swag● Cost will be $75● Signup before October 8th

Register here: https://www.kirtlandyouthsports.com/

Questions contact:

League Co-President: Michael Sullivan: [email protected]

League Co-President: Amy Sullivan: [email protected]

*Additional information found on the website

https://www.kirtlandyouthsports.com/

mailto:[email protected]

mailto:[email protected]

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