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Published on April 8, 2026
KAISERSLAUTERN, Germany – The Kaiserslautern Middle School AVID Study Trip to Heidelberg University offered students an engaging and memorable look into one of Germany’s oldest and most respected academic institutions, as well as the city.Upon ar...
Published on March 31, 2026
KMS future astronauts launched their mission with an exciting Astronaut Training Camp filled with teamwork, hands-on challenges, Star Lab exploration, a visit to Mars, and the Eggstronaut Challenge. The fun-filled day built skills, sparked curiosity, and got students even more excited for their adventure at Euro Space Camp.
Published on March 27, 2026
Students in vocational skills are building independence for life beyond the classroom. Through hands-on tasks, classroom jobs, and real-world job site visits, they are developing the communication, responsibility, and workplace skills needed for success in high school and beyond.
Published on March 26, 2026
Honors Band brings talented middle school musicians together from across the region for an unforgettable musical experience. Through auditions, hard work, and hours of practice, students take on challenging music while building new friendships and sharing their passion for performance. From the excitement of sight-reading to the joy of making music with new people, Honors Band is both demanding and rewarding—and truly an amazing adventure.
Published on March 26, 2026
KMS AVID students enjoyed an unforgettable study trip to Heidelberg University and the historic city of Heidelberg. From exploring one of Germany’s oldest universities to dining in a traditional Mensa and sightseeing through Old Town, students experienced culture, history, and student life firsthand. The trip combined learning, fun, and student agency, making it a memorable day for all.
Published on April 10, 2025
The 86th Airlift Wing hosted an annual STEM career day for Department of Defense Education Activity and German students at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, March 26, 2025.
Published on March 18, 2025
DoDEA Europe is proud to celebrate the Month of the Military Child (MoMC) across 64 schools in 8 countries, shining a spotlight on the strength, resilience, and courage of military-connected children. This month, our schools are hosting a wide range of events that include clap-ins, purple shirt days, interactive activities, performances by school bands, and more — all aimed at recognizing the vital role military children play in supporting their families and communities.
Published on November 6, 2024
Schools across the Kaiserslautern Military Community (KMC) marked Red Ribbon Week from Oct. 23 to 31 with presentations, educational materials, and community outreach to raise awareness about drug prevention and the importance of healthy, drug-free lifestyles.
Published on October 7, 2024
Susan Harris-Boring, a sixth-grade teacher at Kaiserslautern Middle School, was honored as the 2025 Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) Teacher of the Year during a ceremony held at Vogelweh Military Complex on Oct. 3, 2024.
Published on August 21, 2024
Please see the letter from Superintendent Dr. D'Angelo regarding bus service in the KMC.
Published on May 8, 2024
Happy Wednesday!We are currently at the mid-point of Teacher Appreciation Week, and with that comes a great opportunity for us all to pause and reflect on those who have contributed to the academic and social growth of our children. It’s also a gre...
Published on April 25, 2024
Team KMS, As of today, we are well on our way to meeting our goal of 100% of students re-registered for next year with approximately 50% complete. Remember, May 1 is your target date and all families (returning or not) need to complete re-registrati...
Published on April 17, 2024
Happy Wednesday students, parents, families, and friends of KMS!Today marks day 3 of our summative assessments. Our students have completed the literacy portion and will begin mathematics today. DoDEA’s Comprehensive Assessment System (DCAS) includ...
Published on April 10, 2024
Happy Wednesday Team KMS, To kick off this week’s message I would like to highlight an amazing person who has committed her life to creating a positive impact on her students, school, and community. On Friday, April 5th team KMS (all staff and stu...
Published on April 3, 2024
Today’s message, in addition to some important date reminders, includes an abundance of praise! April is Month of the Military Child, which is our opportunity to honor the incredible poise resilience, and kindness exhibited of military connected...
Published on March 28, 2024
Happy Wednesday! While I do hope that each family is taking advantage of some R-R for Spring Break, I did want to send out a quick Principal’s Message this week.
Published on March 21, 2024
Happy Thursday, Team KMS!It’s true, I am still flying high from the fantastic opportunity our students experienced for yesterday’s field trip. I am so incredibly proud of our students, staff, volunteers, partners, and our community for a job well...
Published on March 13, 2024
Dear KMS parents/guardians & students, Mr. James wasn't looking and I snuck in to do my very first "Assistant Principal Message"! As we quickly approach spring, our students are definitely feeling spring fever. As I am sure you are too! Our...
Published on March 7, 2024
Hello Knights,Since today is National “Give Kids a Smile” day it seems like a perfect time to say something that will bring a smile to our students. It’s only 14 days until Spring Break!This week’s message has carried over items from last wee...
Published on February 28, 2024
Students, parents, families, and friends of KMS ,As we venture into the last weeks towards Spring Break it’s a good time to remind ourselves that we are in the midst of some of the more challenging times of year for middle school. I think it is fai...
Published on February 21, 2024
Happy Wednesday, Knight Nation, This week’s message is a quick one, If you were tuned into AFN Radio at 0900, February 20th you would have heard Ms. D’Angelo and I sharing some information about the next 2 topics:February 26thDeadline! current ...
Published on February 15, 2024
Students, parents, families, and friends of KMS, let’s dance! February 15, 4:30-6:30, A Knight in Hollywood Dance (CLICK ME), Sponsored by the KMS Student Council: This event will be open to KMS students, only. We will relax our normal school dr...
Published on January 25, 2024
Published on January 19, 2024
Happy Friday, KMS students, parents, families, and Friends! This week’s message is coming a few days later than normal due to the school cancelation for ice/snow. Speaking of, wasn’t the snow beautiful? As a Texas boy, I sure enjoy the soft and f...
Published on January 9, 2024
Happy Tuesday, KMS students, parents, families, and Friends!It’s a busy couple of months here at KMS, so I am going to get right down to the nitty gritty with some simple bullet points. Exciting news, Student Chromebooks are here!!!!January 24th, ...
