Morning Announcements

Monday, November 25, 2024

Join the Men's Swim & Dive team this Winter. First day of the season is November 25th. Learn a new sport and join a team ready to make history. Jostens will be holding a senior meeting December 5th to discuss cap and gown orders which will be due December 19th. If you are interested in helping to put together the Senior video that we watch during graduation, we need you. We need students to take pictures, take short videos, and edit by adding music. Please see Mrs. Perry so we can start collecting pictures and short videos. The Knights Health Center is offering free sports physicals. Please note that your parent or guardian will need to complete the Knights Health Center consent form, AND they will need to complete the Michigan High School Athletic Association form for you to participate in high school sports. Your parent or guardian will need to complete and sign the forms in all of the designated areas that say parent/guardian signature. For the consent form and sports physical form, please come by the Knights Health Center or go to the Athletics Department office. If you are interested in playing men's volleyball in the spring, there is a signup sheet in the athletic office. To all the alphas out there that wanna get drip from Knight Life. We are selling our new merch design through Tuesday December 3rd. Come get the latest swag to rep your support! Sales will be held during all 3 lunches in the cafeteria. T- shirts are $18, crewnecks are $30. If you're in need of a metro bus pass Stop by the C-wing office to see coach Kyle for a bus pass application! It will be a first come first serve basis. So, make sure you get a metro bus pass before we are all out for the school year! Good Luck to the Boys Basketball team as they start their season today at Grand Rapids Union High School! Freshman starts at 4pm JV starts at 5:30 and varsity begins at 7pm. AAC will be open today from 2:30-3:30 in the following rooms; Social Studies in A19, Math in C16, English in A21, Science in C19, Spanish in K12, and Study Hall in D10.

Friday, November 22, 2024

All students will be required to scan their ID's when going through the lunch line. Join the Men's Swim & Dive team this Winter. First day of the season is November 25th. Learn a new sport and join a team ready to make history. Jostens will be holding a senior meeting December 5th to discuss cap and gown orders which will be due December 19th. If you are interested in helping to put together the Senior video that we watch during graduation, we need you. We need students to take pictures, take short videos, and edit by adding music. Please see Mrs. Perry so we can start collecting pictures and short videos. This week class of 2026 is going to be taking sales at all 3 lunches for “Thankful Grams”. If you would like to let someone you know just how much they mean to you, for only 3 dollars, come see us at lunch Today and Friday and buy that special person that’s special thanks. We will be hand delivering these treats and notes next week before break. The Knights Health Center is offering free sports physicals. Please note that your parent or guardian will need to complete the Knights Health Center consent form, AND they will need to complete the Michigan High School Athletic Association form for you to participate in high school sports. Your parent or guardian will need to complete and sign the forms in all of the designated areas that say parent/guardian signature. For the consent form and sports physical form, please come by the Knights Health Center or go to the Athletics Department office. If you are interested in playing men's volleyball in the spring, there is a signup sheet in the athletic office. To all the alphas out there that wanna get drip from Knight Life. We are selling our new merch design through Tuesday December 3rd. Come get the latest swag to rep your support! Sales will be held during all 3 lunches in the cafeteria. T- shirts are $18, crewnecks are $30.

Thursday, November 21, 2024

All students will be required to scan their ID's when going through the lunch line. There will be no AAC today. AAC will begin the second week of the trimester. Join the Men's Swim & Dive team this Winter. First day of the season is November 25th. Learn a new sport and join a team ready to make history. Sword and Board will meet Thursday from 230-330 in room C16. November 21st from 4-8 pm at Noodles & Company (Portage & Kalamazoo locations) 25% of qualifying sales will directly benefit Kalamazoo United Ski Team. Use online Code "GIVING25" or if in restaurant just mention "Kalamazoo United Ski Team" Jostens will be holding a senior meeting December 5th to discuss cap and gown orders which will be due December 19th. If you are interested in helping to put together the Senior video that we watch during graduation, we need you. We need students to take pictures, take short videos, and edit by adding music. Please see Mrs. Perry so we can start collecting pictures and short videos. This week class of 2026 is going to be taking sales at all 3 lunches for “Thankful Grams”. If you would like to let someone you know just how much they mean to you, for only 3 dollars, come see us at lunch Today and Friday and buy that special person that’s special thanks. We will be hand delivering these treats and notes next week before break. The Knights Health Center is offering free sports physicals. Please note that your parent or guardian will need to complete the Knights Health Center consent form, AND they will need to complete the Michigan High School Athletic Association form for you to participate in high school sports. Your parent or guardian will need to complete and sign the forms in all of the designated areas that say parent/guardian signature. For the consent form and sports physical form, please come by the Knights Health Center or go to the Athletics Department office. If you are interested in playing men's volleyball in the spring, there is a signup sheet in the athletic office. To all the alphas out there that wanna get drip from Knight Life. We are selling our new merch design this week Thursday November 21st, through Tuesday December 3rd. Come get the latest swag to rep your support! Sales will be held during all 3 lunches in the cafeteria. T- shirts are $18, crewnecks are $30.

Wednesday, November 20, 2024

All students will be required to scan their ID's when going through the lunch line. Please make sure that your ID is around your neck and ready to go. There will be no AAC today. AAC will begin the second week of the trimester. Your Kalamazoo United Hockey team opens their season Today, Wednesday, at Wings West against Lakeshore. Puck drops at 5:15, tickets are $5. Season passes for league games will be available for purchase to use in the future, $15 for students! Attention Esports competitors, there will be a short meeting Today, Wednesday, November 20th, in Mr. Wood's room, C-19, to discuss the upcoming playoffs and playin games. Any questions can be directed to Mr. Wood. Join the Men's Swim & Dive team this Winter. First day of the season is November 25th. Find more information in the athletic office. Sword and Board will meet Thursday from 2:30-3:30 in room C16. November 21st from 4-8 pm at Noodles & Company (Portage & Kalamazoo locations) 25% of qualifying sales will directly benefit Kalamazoo United Ski Team. Use online Code "GIVING25" or if in restaurant just mention "Kalamazoo United Ski Team" Juniors and Seniors interested in attending K College, we are visiting KCollege November 21st from 10-1:45pm. A permission slip is needed. Communicate to your counselor if you are interested. There will be NO WMU visit on Friday. Jostens will be holding a senior meeting December 5th to discuss cap and gown orders which will be due December 19th. If you are interested in helping to put together the Senior video that we watch during graduation. We need students to take pictures, take short videos, and edit by adding music. Please see Mrs. Perry so we can start collecting pictures and short videos. This week class of 2026 is going to be taking sales at all 3 lunches for “Thankful Grams”. If you would like to let someone you know just how much they mean to you, for only 3 dollars, come see us at lunch Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday and buy that special person that’s special thanks. We will be hand delivering these treats and notes next week before break. Girls basketball tryouts will be held today, Wednesday, 11/20/2024, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Please ensure that all PlanetHS paperwork is completed beforehand. The Knights Health Center is offering free sports physicals. Please note that your parent or guardian will need to complete the Knights Health Center consent form, AND they will need to complete the Michigan High School Athletic Association form for you to participate in high school sports. If you are interested in playing men's volleyball in the spring, there is a signup sheet in the athletic office. To all the alphas out there that wanna get drip from Knight Life. We are selling our new merch design this week Thursday November 21st, through Tuesday December 3rd. Come get the latest swag to rep your support! Sales will be held during all 3 lunches in the cafeteria. T- shirts are $18, crewnecks are $30.

Tuesday, November 12, 2024

Men's Basketball Tryouts continue Today in the MAIN GYM FRESHMEN & JUNIOR VARSITY Tuesday Nov. 12th from 2:30 pm-4:30 pm Wednesday Nov. 13th from 10:40 am-1:00 pm VARSITY Tuesday Nov. 12th from 5:00 pm-6:30 pm ATTENTION ALL WINTER ATHLETES: YOU MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING TO TRYOUT FOR ANY WINTER SPORT Physical dated 4/15/24 or later, consent form signed, insurance fee paid, and form completed as soon as possible. World Travelers, there are 3 remaining spots for the Ireland and Scotland trip for the summer of 2025. Bring your parents to the informational meeting Wednesday November 13 at 6:30 pm in room D-11. Financial assistance is still available! Contact Ms. Ward in D-11 or [email protected] for more information. Our National Honor Society is now accepting applications. If you are a junior or senior and have an overall GPA of 3.5 or higher, an application was sent to your KPS email. Our NHS chapter is a wonderful way to connect with service opportunities within the community and to participate in leadership roles. Applications must be printed out and submitted by Monday, November 18. See Mr. Allen or Mr. Porco if you have any questions. Join the Men's Swim & Dive team this Winter. First day of the season is November 25th. Interested in having a voice on the Knights Health Center's Youth Advisory Council? We are looking for students from every grade level to be involved in the health center, from feedback to programs or projects, and to discussions about policies or services. There will be a meeting for anyone in Youth in Government next Tuesday, November 19, after school, in Mrs. Johnson's room, which is D18.

Friday, November 8, 2024

Men's Basketball Tryouts: START Monday November 11th in the MAIN GYM FRESHMEN & JUNIOR VARSITY Monday Nov. 11th from 2:30 pm-4:30 pm Tuesday Nov. 12th from 2:30 pm-4:30 pm Wednesday Nov. 13th from 10:40 am-1:00 pm VARSITY Monday Nov. 11th from 5:00 pm-6:30 pm Tuesday Nov. 12th from 5:00 pm-6:30 pm ATTENTION ALL WINTER ATHLETES: YOU MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING TO TRYOUT FOR ANY WINTER SPORT Login to Student Central to complete the following Physical dated 4/15/24 or later, consent form signed, insurance fee paid, and form completed as soon as possible. There are 3 remaining spots for the Ireland and Scotland trip for the summer of 2025. Bring your parents to the informational meeting Wednesday November 13 at 6:30 pm in room D-11. If you have the slightest interest in traveling, please come to the meeting so your questions can be answered! Financial assistance is still available! Contact Ms. Ward in D-11 or [email protected] for more information. Competitive Cheerleading is back! Tryouts will be held November 11th and 12 from 3pm-5pm in the Auxiliary gym. Come join us and see if this is the sport for you. No experience needed. Our National Honor Society is now accepting applications. If you are a junior or senior and have an overall GPA of 3.5 or higher, an application was sent to your KPS email. Our NHS chapter is a wonderful way to connect with service opportunities within the community and to participate in leadership roles. Applications must be printed out and submitted by Monday, November 18. See Mr. Allen or Mr. Porco if you have any questions. Join the Men's Swim & Dive team this Winter. First day of the season is November 25th. Learn a new sport and join a team ready to make history. Interested in having a voice on the Knights Health Center's Youth Advisory Council? We are looking for students from every grade level to be involved in the health center, from feedback to programs or projects, and to discussions about policies or services. This health center is for students and we want YOU to have a say in this brand new clinic. Stop in for more information before or after school or during your lunch. We have moved into our new space in room D-7!

Thursday, November 7, 2024

Men's Basketball Tryouts: START Monday November 11th in the MAIN GYM FRESHMEN & JUNIOR VARSITY Monday Nov. 11th from 2:30 pm-4:30 pm Tuesday Nov. 12th from 2:30 pm-4:30 pm Wednesday Nov. 13th from 10:40 am-1:00 pm VARSITY Monday Nov. 11th from 5:00 pm-6:30 pm Tuesday Nov. 12th from 5:00 pm-6:30 pm ATTENTION ALL WINTER ATHLETES: YOU MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING TO TRYOUT FOR ANY WINTER SPORT Login to Student Central to complete the following Physical dated 4/15/24 or later, consent form signed, insurance fee paid, and form completed as soon as possible. Instructions on how to do this can be picked up in the Athletic Office Come down to the auditorium Nov. 7th during 5th hour, to attend the senate's student forum! What is the forum you might ask? It is for our senate to ask and listen to the questions, concerns, and suggestions that the student body may have to make a better student life here at Loy Norrix. Need a schedule change for 2nd tri? Counselors will be in the lunchroom Today! Stop by their tables to request a change. There will be a Parent/Athlete Informational Meeting for the Kalamazoo United Ski Team Tonight, Thursday, November 7th at 5:00 in the Loy Norrix Cafeteria. This is a change from the original date of Tuesday, November 5th. Students and staff- There is a bulletin board with QR code by the 4 Corners for you to test yourself on how well you know the staff here at Loy Norrix. See how well you can do before and after school. Names will be revealed after exams and prizes will be awarded. Sword and Board will meet on Thursday from 2:30-3:30 in room C16. All tabletop gamers and games are invited to join. World Travelers, there are 3 remaining spots for the Ireland and Scotland trip for the summer of 2025. Bring your parents to the informational meeting Wednesday November 13 at 6:30 pm in room D-11. If you have the slightest interest in traveling, please come to the meeting so your questions can be answered! Financial assistance is still available! Contact Ms. Ward in D-11 or [email protected] for more information. Competitive Cheerleading is back! Tryouts will be held November 11th and 12 from 3pm-5pm in the Auxiliary gym. Come join us and see if this is the sport for you. No experience needed. Our National Honor Society is now accepting applications. If you are a junior or senior and have an overall GPA of 3.5 or higher, an application was sent to your KPS email. Our NHS chapter is a wonderful way to connect with service opportunities within the community and to participate in leadership roles. Applications must be printed out and submitted by Monday, November 18. See Mr. Allen or Mr. Porco if you have any questions. Join the Men's Swim & Dive team this Winter. First day of the season is November 25th. Learn a new sport and join a team ready to make history. AAC will be open today for tutoring from 2:30-3:30 in the following rooms; Social Studies in K13, Math in D13, English in A16, Science in C10, ESL Support in K5W, and Study Hall in D10. This is the last day of AAC as AAC will not run during exam week. Interested in having a voice on the Knights Health Center's Youth Advisory Council? We are looking for students from every grade level to be involved in the health center, from feedback to programs or projects, and to discussions about policies or services.

Wednesday, November 6, 2024

AAC will be open today from 2:30-3:30 in the following rooms; Math in M12W, Science in C19, Spanish in A18, and Study Hall in D10. There will be no Archery Club today due to volleyball districts needing full access to both gyms. Men's Basketball Tryouts: START Monday November 11th in the MAIN GYM FRESHMEN & JUNIOR VARSITY Monday Nov. 11th from 2:30 pm-4:30 pm Tuesday Nov. 12th from 2:30 pm-4:30 pm Wednesday Nov. 13th from 10:40 am-1:00 pm VARSITY Monday Nov. 11th from 5:00 pm-6:30 pm Tuesday Nov. 12th from 5:00 pm-6:30 pm ATTENTION ALL WINTER ATHLETES: YOU MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING TO TRYOUT FOR ANY WINTER SPORT Physical dated 4/15/24 or later, consent form signed, insurance fee paid, and form completed as soon as possible. Instructions on how to do this can be picked up in the Athletic Office Come down to the auditorium Nov. 7th during 5th hour, to attend the senate's student forum! What is the forum you might ask? It is for our senate to ask and listen to the questions, concerns, and suggestions that the student body may have to make a better student life here at Loy Norrix. Need a schedule change for 2nd tri? Counselors will be in the lunchroom on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday this week to help! There will be a Parent/Athlete Informational Meeting for the Kalamazoo United Ski Team on Thursday, November 7th at 5:00 in the Loy Norrix Cafeteria. This is a change from the original date of Tuesday, November 5th. Anyone who is interested can attend. There is a bulletin board with QR code by the 4 Corners for you to test yourself on how well you know the staff here at Loy Norrix. See how well you can do before and after school. Names will be revealed after exams and prizes will be awarded. Sword and Board will meet on Thursday from 2:30-3:30 in room C16. There are 3 remaining spots for the Ireland and Scotland trip for the summer of 2025. Bring your parents to the informational meeting Wednesday November 13 at 6:30 pm in room D-11. If you have the slightest interest in traveling, please come to the meeting so your questions can be answered! Financial assistance is still available! Contact Ms. Ward in D-11 or [email protected] for more information. Competitive Cheerleading is back! Tryouts will be held November 11th and 12 from 3pm-5pm in the Auxiliary gym. Come join us and see if this is the sport for you. No experience needed.

Wednesday, October 30, 2024

All cross country runners need to return their uniforms to Coach Schmidt in K16 as soon as possible. Also, anyone who hasn't declared going to NXR needs to confirm that as soon as possible. There are rooms still available. Chess Club is Today during all three lunches in Room D10. Please get a purple pass from your teacher, pick up your lunch, and come to play. The Loy Norrix Musical is running a fundraiser this Today at the Westnedge Qdoba. From 4-8 pm, 25% of sales at the Westnedge and White’s location will go to our show and help fund costumes, sets, and more. Make your dinner plans for this Wednesday at Qdoba between 4 and 8 and tell them you’re supporting Loy Norrix! Archery Club is planning to meet today from 2:30-4:30. Any new members must come to C16 at 2:30. Returning members may skip this part and meet down in the Aux Gym at 2:45. Please check the Google Classroom using code "xx22efb" for more detailed information. You can have up to a full page in the yearbook for your senior ad at our cheapest prices. A full page is only $150; a half page is $85; a quarter page is $45; an eighth of a page is $30, and a baby picture is only $15. The last day to get them at these prices are the 31st. After that, the prices rise. Our National Honor Society is now accepting applications. If you are a junior or senior and have an overall GPA of 3.5 or higher, an application was sent to your KPS email. Applications must be printed out and submitted by Monday, November 18. See Mr. Allen in A19 or Mr. Porco in D9 if you have any questions. 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. The Knights Health Center, offering medical and mental health services, is located in two temporary locations on the lower level of the M and D wings. They will be moving to a brand new and permanent space in D-7 (old faculty dining room) near the Tower stairs in the next few weeks. They will be providing health care for illnesses, injuries, sports physicals, well-child exams, STI tests, and pregnancy tests. Immunizations will also be offered by appointment. Mental health services are available for students who are feeling anxious, sad or depressed, stressed, or angry and who need someone to talk with. To use these services, pick up a consent form from the main office for your parent or guardian to fill out and bring it back to Ms. Hemphill in the main office. If you have health insurance, insurance will be billed directly and there are not any co-pays. If you don’t have insurance fees will be waived. We are hosting our first ever Fright Night. We will have at Trunk or treat, a customs contest, food and games and even a Haunted house which is seven dollars. The event will be held at 5:00 --9:00 on Tonight, right here at Loy Norrix in the bus loop. Sword and Board will meet Thursday in room C16 from 2:30-3:30. Wrestling conditioning this week Monday-Thursday @ 6:00 in the Aux gym. This is the Skibidi Loy Norrix newspaper coming to you live, we just wanted to remind you young rizzlers to follow the website KnightLifeNews.com and follow our Instagram KnightLifeNews for amazing stories, weekly posts and hilarious memes! The Ski Race Season is upon us! Please join us for an informational meeting on Tuesday, November 5th at 5:00 in the Loy Norrix Cafeteria. AAC will be open for tutoring today from 2:30-3:30 in the following rooms; Social Studies in C13, Math in M12W, English in A21, Science in C19, Spanish in K12, SAT Math Prep in B13, and Study Hall in D10. Come down to the auditorium Nov. 7th during 5th hour, to attend the senate's student forum! What is the forum you might ask? It is for our senate to ask and listen to the questions, concerns, and suggestions that the student body may have to make a better student life here at Loy Norrix. This is Alyssandra Radford (?) from your student senate, introducing the senate’s first student forum. We hope to see you there and hear your questions!

Monday, October 28, 2024

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. The Knights Health Center, offering medical and mental health services, is located in two temporary locations on the lower level of the M and D wings. They will be moving to a brand new and permanent space in D-7 (old faculty dining room) near the Tower stairs in the next few weeks. They will be providing health care for illnesses, injuries, sports physicals, well-child exams, STI tests, and pregnancy tests. Immunizations will also be offered by appointment. Mental health services are available for students who are feeling anxious, sad or depressed, stressed, or angry and who need someone to talk with. To use these services, pick up a consent form from the main office for your parent or guardian to fill out and bring it back to Ms. Hemphill in the main office. If you have health insurance, insurance will be billed directly and there are not any co-pays. If you don’t have insurance fees will be waived. We are hosting our first ever Fright Night. We will have at Trunk or treat, a customs contest, food and games and even a Haunted house which is seven dollars. The event will be held at 5:00 --9:00 on October 30th. Right here at loy Norrix, In the bus loop. 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). Sword and Board will meet Thursday in room C16 from 2:30-3:30. Your Knights Cross Country Teams had their regional meet Friday after school. The boys and girls were 7th and 10th in the region respectively but there were some great individual performances. Sofia, Nico, and Jackson all qualified for State with Jackson finishing as Regional Champion. Sabine, Lauren, Josi, Holly, Zack, and Wyatt all had huge personal bests. Great job team! Wrestling conditioning next week Monday - Thursday @ 6:00 in the Aux gym.