Newsletters
Dec 17, 2024 Mr. James takes a rare moment of brevity in this week's Principal's Message. Short, sweet, and to the point is the mantra this week!
Podcast Vol. 4 B2K Dec 10, 2024 Mr. James and Ms. D'Angelo tell stories, laugh, some advice is given, and musical tastes are discussed.
Vol 5.1 Dec 4, 2024 "This Is It!" Mr. James highlights this month's Key of Excellence and shares exciting updates about our AVID program, including new team members and a special recognition for KMS!
Vol 4.0 Nov 12, 2024 Mr. James continues his 4 weeks of thanks with recognition positive partnerships, he shares a message from the PTSA, and important dates are shared.
Vol 4.0 Nov 12, 2024 Mr. James kicks of the 4 weeks of thanks with recognition of Veteran's Day, he acknowledges the power of our words, and lots of info is shared.
Vol 3.2 Oct 28, 2024 The assistant principal of Kaiserslautern Middle School, Martina D'Angelo, addresses parents and guardians about the school’s discipline process, comparing it to assembling a puzzle. The process begins when a report is made, followed by administration gathering information, interviewing involved parties, and reviewing the situation using the DODEA guidelines. After thorough investigation, they contact parents to discuss consequences and support plans for all involved.
She also shares upcoming events, like walk-in conferences and encourages parents to have lunch with their students. Finally, she reminds them to celebrate small achievements with their kids and enjoy the upcoming long weekend.
Podcast Vol. 3 B2K Oct 21, 2024 Ms. D'Angelo and Mr. James share installment #3 of the KMS Between 2 Knights (B2K) podcast. In this episode they share the things they are thankful for, they talk about food, football, and ways to stay connected as a family.
Podcast Vol. 2 B2K Oct 21, 2024 Mr. James and Ms. D'Angelo hit the airwaves to share some KMS news in the latest edition of the Between 2 Knights (B2K) podcast.
Vol 3.0 Oct 16, 2024 Monitoring, developing, guiding, and supporting children through their adolescent and teen years is a full-time job reliant on positive partnerships. Join us as we leverage these partnerships for an adult only presentation focused on cyberbullying, sexting, online predators, and other sensitive technology-related issues that are a very real threat in every community.
Vol 3.0 Oct 16, 2024 Life comes with setbacks and navigating those challenges involves grace and poise. Our partnership together is paramount as we guide the next generation of leaders.
Vol 3.1 Oct 9, 2024 Happy Wednesday, KMS families and friends! As we approach the end of the 1st quarter, we're excited to share important updates and opportunities for student engagement. In this edition, you'll find key information on upcoming no-school days (Oct 11, 14, and 25), the Halloween Dance on Oct 24, new school clubs, and PTSA news. Don't miss details on community events like College Night, the Tailgate & Parade, and Teen Summit. Plus, check out the DoDEA feature on Ms. Harris-Boring, the 2025 Teacher of the Year, including a great video from our assembly!
Be like Gerald Edition Oct 2, 2024 Failure leads to success is the KMS Key to Success focus for the month, and it’s a great one
Vol 2.2 Sep 25, 2024 This week’s Principal’s Message highlights Ms. Susan Harris-Boring and her experience at the leadership conference in D.C. earlier this week. She spent last week engaging in leadership development, research-based action planning, and while at the conference she was announced as the DoDEA 2025 Teacher of the Year.
September 18, 2024 Sep 18, 2024 This week’s Principal’s Message is a short one. If you have not had the chance to view last week’s message, please take a moment to review the Bi-Weekly Newsletter that I shared.
September 11, 2024 Sep 11, 2024 This is the day that we introduce to you our latest addition to the KMS communication toolbox, which you will come to see/hear on a regular basis throughout this school year.
September 4, 2024 Sep 4, 2024 For those of who have been in the community for any period of time, you can attest to the fact that the weather here can be rather fickle. It is common for us to have nice clear weather in the morning and rain by lunch time, and all varieties of weather along the way.
August 28, 2024 Aug 28, 2024 Today’s message offers a great opportunity for me to express gratitude, on behalf of the entire KMS staff, for those families that were able to make to last night’s Open House event.
August 21, 2024 Aug 21, 2024 Day 2 of the SY 24-25 school year has come to a close, day 3 has begun, and what a great start we have had.
August 14, 2024 Aug 14, 2024 It is time for installment #3 of the Principal’s Message. This is it! The final days of summer are upon us and in just a few short days we will be kicking off what will prove to be a fantastic school year.
August 7, 2024 Aug 7, 2024 It is time for installment #2 of the Principal’s Message, I want to start off with an opportunity to, once again, express my excitement to open our doors for SY 24-25. Our full staff will be returning August 12 to set-up classrooms, engage in collaborative work, and to set up for a fantastic year.
August 1, 2024 Aug 1, 2024 Yep, today is the day that you get your very first Principal’s Message for the 2024-2025 school year! For our returning KMS Knights, you will find many similarities to our communication from last year with a focus on continual improvement. For our new families, as an administration team, Ms. D’Angelo (Assistant Principal Extraordinaire) and I are committed to clear and timely communication with our school community.
June 4, 2024 Jun 4, 2024 Principal's Message: The Jelly Roll edition
May 30, 2024 May 30, 2024 Principal's Message: What do I need to know edition
May 23, 2024 May 23, 2024 Weekly Principal's Message: So Much Info. edition
May 16, 2024 May 16, 2024 Weekly Principal's Message - It's Your Planet-Love It! Edition - with updates from the Principal, upcoming events and more!
