Thursday, September 26, 2024

Sword and Board will meet Today, Thursday from 230-330 in room C16. All tabletop gamers and games are invited to join. Ms Pike will be hosting our first Pokemon TCG day this Thursday. Stop in to learn the basics and play.

Do you speak multiple languages? Are you a junior or a senior? If so, you might qualify for an award that looks great on your transcript and gives you something else to brag about at graduation. The award is called The Seal of Biliteracy and it recognizes students who are proficient in English and one or more languages by high school graduation. Ask any language teacher for more information if you are interested in this opportunity. The deadline to apply is Monday September 30th.

Would you like to improve your communication skills? Would you like to be more confident when you speak? Irish lore says that if one kisses the Blarney Stone, he or she becomes a better, more confident speaker! Where is this Blarney Stone? It is in Ireland! Join the travel club on an amazing trip to Ireland and Scotland during the summer of 2025 where you, too, can kiss the Blarney Stone and earn 3 college credits! Contact Ms. Ward in D-11 or [email protected] for more information!

It’s Senior Meeting time! This is a REQUIREMENT for ALL seniors!

Stop by the Counseling Office to sign up for a meeting with your counselor. Sign up sheets will be in the hallway, and passes will be emailed before your meeting.

Students: The Family Health Center Dental Mobile Unit will be visiting Loy Norrix this Fall. If you are interested in seeing a dental hygienist see the Communities In Schools Staff in B-Wing for more information.

D.E.C.A, D.E.C.A, D.E.C.A, You may have heard this from MR. Ward this is the most exciting club Loy Norrix has to offer. You learn about Business, Participate in activities and challenges, hold leadership roles, participate in competition, and develop your skills in 38 areas of business. If you have ever taken or you are currently enrolled in any business class this year, You must explore Deca  NATIONAL Renowned organization.  We have a meeting this Friday 2:30-3:15 , Where: in K5C with Mr. Ward.

Calling all LGBTQ+ students and allies! Interested in learning more about the Queer community, showing pride in your identity, or creating an inclusive environment in the school? Join the GSA, meeting Tuesdays from 2:30-3:30 in Mr. Ezekiel’s room M12E. For more information talk to either Mr. Ezekiel or Ms. Pike (B20). Hope to see you there!

AAC will be open today for tutoring from 230-330 in the following rooms; Social Studies in K13, Math in D13, ELA in A16, Science in C10, ESL Support in K5W, Spanish in A18, and Study Hall in D10.

Are you interested in a career in the health or medical profession? The WMed Medical School, here in Kalamazoo, has a free internship for KPS students in 10th, 11th, or 12th grades. It meets one Saturday morning a month from October to May. This is a great opportunity to learn more about health care jobs, have a mentor, and make connections for your future. To apply, look for the flyers around school or talk to Mrs. Johnson in D18. Application is due October 4.

Listen up, Knights! The 2025 Accolade Yearbook is at our lowest price, $60, for a limited time only! From now until September 30, you can make your way to K4 with cash or check or go to www.yearbookordercenter.com with order number 12613. Don’t wait, because the price will rise starting next month. I repeat, bring $60 cash or check to K4 or go to www.yearbookordercenter.com with order number 12613 to purchase your yearbook!

The Latinx Club will be meeting Thursday 9/26 after school from 2:30pm-3:30pm in room A-18. If you have any questions, please see one of your fellow classmates, Rose Hernandez and Obed Gonzalez. You can also contact Mrs. Castillo in the Library. Hope to see you there!