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 e-Learning Parent Survey Results LPCSC 1:1 Roll Out Plan
Our 1 :1 plan focuses on moving LPCSC students and staff toward an end where all students and staff are provided electronic devices that they use daily for teaching and learning.
To date we have enough devices to distribute one for each student and staff member. We intentionally avoid racing to put devices in the hands of students and staff without assurances that all students and staff would be using the devices to enhance student learning and guarantee our curricular outcomes.
To date, high school students take computers home while classroom sets of computers are provided at the middle and elementary levels.
We are working toward distributing a Chromebook to each middle level and elementary student at the start of the 2019/2020 school year. In order work within our vision for and meet our goals, we will be working with staff on student management systems and curriculum guarantees for the remainder of the 2018/2019 school year and summer of 2019.  1:1 Roll Out Plan
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eLearning Information
For information on eLearning and to view our eLearning guide, please visit our eLearning page by cllcking the eLearning link at the top of our website or by clicking here.
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Career Fair
 Parents of Eighth Grade Students,
We are excited to announce that all LaPorte Community School Corporation Eighth Grade Students will be participating in the corporation wide Career Fair at LaPorte High School on Friday, May 17, 2019 from 9:00 A.M. to 10:20 A.M. Students will have the opportunity to speak with community members from various businesses and community partners.
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Parents of current 6th and 7th grade students Rock The Block
Back to school rally for kids in the LaPorte school system. Free food, music, games, and stuff for school including backpacks, supplies, haircuts, hygiene, and more! Don't miss this by not registering in advance.  Rock The Block
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May 2019 Parent Newsletter ILEARN Information April 2019 Construction Update Make-Up Days Update
 Important: Make-Up Days Update
Parents,
LPCSC will be using Good Friday as an eLearning make up day. The date is Friday April 19, 2019. Teachers and students will not be reporting to school on that day and will be working from home. Details will be coming out regarding the eLearning directions for the day.
With this make-up day, June 4th is currently the last day for students. This is all subject to change should additional weather cancellations be necessary.
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Attention 8th grade parents/guardians:
On Wednesday, February 6th, 6:00-7:00 p.m., there will be an 8th grade student and guardian work session at the LPHS Performing Arts Center for course selection discussion for the 2019/2020 school year.
On Wednesday, February 13th, 8th grade parents/guardians can schedule individual appointments with the LPHS counselors to answer any questions from the student and guardian work session. Appointments will be made 7:00-9:00 a.m., and then 3:00-5:00 p.m. These appointments will be held at Kesling Middle School. |
CURRENT PLAN FOR MAKE-UP DAYS
LPCSC students, staff, and parents,
Please be advised that the current plan for make-up days involves adding days to the end of the school year. With the number of inclement weather days that we have experienced, our calendar now reflects the last student day as June 5th and the last teacher day as June 6th.
In addition to days added to the end of the school year, the following have been scheduled as make up days:
February 15 – student and teacher regular day
February 18 – student and teacher regular day
We are considering the following alternatives to the plan above:
1. Filing for a waiver with the state to reduce the total number of days we must "make up"
2. eLearning eMake up days in combination with regular school days at the end of the school year.
3. eLearning eMake up day(s) on Saturday
4. eLearning eMake up day on Good Friday.
These are considerations only at this time.
Moving forward we are reviewing survey results from our practice eLearning day. Please visit the corporation web page for the results of our recent parent survey. The initial analysis of the results show that the e-leaning days were an overall success with some adjustments needing to be made. We encourage you to read the comments submitted so you get a sense of the pulse of our parents on this matter. In doing so you will see that a number of parents support eLearning, however some are adamantly opposed to it.
Ongoing discussions will take place with the District eLearning Committee to determine utilization of eLearning days in the event we have additional cancellation days. |
E-Learning Parent Help Reminder
As a reminder, our first scheduled E-Learning Day is Monday, January 21, 2019. If you were unable to attend the secondary parent informational meeting held at LPHS on Tuesday, January 8, 2019, staff at Kesling is available to answer any question you might have regarding the upcoming day. All students should know how to access all E-Learning Materials through Canvas as they have been using this platform for the last two years at Kesling Middle School and they should not need parental assistance.
This is the first time students will be at home participating in E-learning while teachers will be at school, with office hours, to address assignment questions online. Once again, please contact any staff member at Kesling Middle School at 362-7507 to answer any of your questions regarding E-learning.
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Attention KMS Parents and Guardians of 8th Grade Update Traffic Flow
Please click on the link below for the updated traffic flow at Kesling. We appreciate your assistance in maintaining a safe envrionment at Kesling. October 2018 Traffic Flow Update |
Construction Theft and Vandalism Letter State Mandated Curriculum Consent
Parents, on July 1, 2018, the state passed Senate Bill 65 which requires parent consent to curriculum addressing human sexuality. We have listed this information for you on Parent Access in Skyward. Please log into your Skyward account (contact the school if have not set up an account), go to Parent Access and follow the link on the home page of Parent Access indicating that there is a new form that needs to be completed. The form is available through the “Online Forms” tab on the left side of the Parent Access screen. If you have more than one child, a form must be completed and submitted for each child. Please do not hesitate to contact me personally at Kesling or through email if you have any questions regarding Senate Bill 65. Bill Wilmsen |
2018 Traffic Flow Letter School Fees and Meal Prices
The school fees for the 2018-2019 school year are as follows:
6th grade: $244.00
7th grade: $244.00
8th grade: $255.00
Breakfast and Lunch cost for 2018-2019 School Year
Breakfast: $1.25
Lunch: $2.05
2nd Lunch: $2.30
Extra Milk: $0.45
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Kesling Supply List 2018-2019 School Year
Attached is the Supply List for 2018-2019 School Year Supply LIst |
Dress Code Reminders for 2018 - 2019 School Year
 As families go shopping for school clothes, we want to make sure that all parents and students are aware of the Kesling student dress code. The two biggest problems encountered regarding student dress is shorts and skirts that are too short and the wearing of pants and shorts that sag and not secure around the waist. Therefore, please make sure that when purchasing items to wear for school the following guidelines are being met.
Students wearing skirts or dresses (if shorter than the knees) to school must have on leggings (not shorts) under the garment. The length of any shorts worn to school must be longer than the edge of fingertips of the student. Any shirts worn to school must have sleeves. Pants must be of appropriate size that match the stature of the individual and must be worn at the waist. NO holes in pants between the waist and knees.
We appreciate everyone following the student dress code, as it will be strictly enforced. Students will be asked to change clothes to meet the dress code guidelines. Working together as a team, we are confident that the dress code will be followed and that this will be another great year at Kesling. |
Student Behavior Expectations Middle School Attendance Brochure Athletic Handbook Forms & Physical Forms
Athletic Handbook Forms & Physical Forms
Dear Parents/Guardians,
With students beginning to sign up for Sports, we would just like to send out a reminder of the requirements your student must meet to be able to participate.
There are several forms that need to be completed before they can even try out for or begin practice in ANY sport.
These forms are divided into 2 separate packets:
- The Athletic Handbook includes10 Pages, with 4 Forms that need to be filled out COMPLETELY and SIGNED. Please do not remove these forms from the Athletic Handbook. We need the Athletic Handbook stapled together. This way, the forms are easier to file, and therefore, easier for the coaches to access. Some of these forms need the STUDENTS’ signature as well. Please be sure to have them sign before they turn their forms in.
- There are 4 Pages included with the Physical Form. A History Form (completed & signed by Parent/Guardian), a Physical Form (completed & signed by child’s Doctor), IHSAA Eligibility Rules, and a Consent & Release Certificate (signed by Student & Parent). These Pages should also not be separated, making them easier to file, and access.
These forms are available in the Front Office at Kesling, and should be turned in to Mrs. Garrett in the office.
We are PROUD of our Athletes and their accomplishments, and look forward to your child being a part of our team!
Thank you for your cooperation!
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Rose-Hulman's Homework Hotline
 Rose-Hulman's Homework Hotline provides FREE math and science homework help to Indiana students in grades 6-12. Students may contact the Homework Hotline from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. (Eastern Daylight Time), September through May toll-free at 1-877-ASK-ROSE or online at www.AskRose.org.
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Belief Statements
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All students are entitled to a quality education. |
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The middle school philosophy addresses the cognitive, emotional, physical, and social needs of adolescents. |
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Attendance and involvement are key to increasing student achievement. |
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Staff should feel valued and be encouraged to develop professionally. |
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Parents and community members are an integral and valued part of the educational process. |
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The learning environment should be safe and orderly. |
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Learning is a continuous process. |
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