Friday, December 31, 2010
School Resumes Monday, January 3, 2011
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Saturday, December 4, 2010
Christmas programs scheduled...
- KMS Band Concert - 6:00 p.m. - Tuesday, December 14
- 4th and 5th Grade Musical - 7:00 p.m. - Tuesday, December 14
- Kdg and 1st Grade Program - 6:00 p.m. - Thursday, December 16
- 2nd and 3rd Grade Musical - 7:00 p.m. - Thursday, December 16
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
Thanksgiving food drive benefits local families
Kirbyville R-VI School District does not seem to be aware that there is an economic crisis in this nation. Their annual Thanksgiving food drive, started over 15 years ago, began by helping one local family. In 2007, the district fed 3 families; last year, 6 families. This year over 11 families will be blessed with a Thanksgiving feast.
Students began bringing in nonperishable items, turkeys, and pies on Monday, November 15. Foods were assigned point values, and classes completed with one another for the opportunity to bring in the most food. The winning class received a pizza party. Eighth graders took the lead with 2890 points; second place went to Mrs. Mulvanon’s 5th grade; and a second eighth grade class received third place with 1010 points. In total, 1015 pounds of food, 21 turkeys, and 12 pies were collected for local families.
When a community unites, needs are met. Thank you, Kirbyville, for being a blessing to your neighborhood.
Saturday, November 13, 2010
Twenty veterans honored at annual KES celebration...
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Wednesday, November 10, 2010
ATT Pioneers donate dictionaries...
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Family Literacy Day - November 1
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Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Monday, October 25, 2010
Read Every Day, Lead a Better Life...
and find out more about what you can do to promote literacy for the children you love...
Friday, October 22, 2010
PTO Fall Carnival Fun...
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Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Kirbyville PTO Annual Carnival is Saturday!!!
The carnival activities include a cakewalk, ring toss, frisbee toss, Plinko and other games of skill and chance. Each grade level from K-5 has selected a king and queen candidate who will be chosen based on voting at a penny per vote.
Saturday, October 9, 2010
Accredited with Distinction in Performance...
Kirbyville R-VI Annual Performance Report
DESE News Release
List of Missouri Schools Accredited with Distinction in Performance
Distinction in Performance Criteria
Skate Night...
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
McTeacher's Night...
Saturday, September 25, 2010
Friday, September 17, 2010
New clinic available for low income families...
http://www.ky3.com/news/ky3-faith-clinic-branson-09102010,0,6132654.story?track=rss
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Grandparents read in the library...
Grandparent’s Day extended into Grandparent’s Week in the KES library! Mrs. Miller, librarian, extended an invitation to grandparents from each class to join the library class periods and/or Buddy Reading this week. This was a great opportunity for grandparents and grandchildren alike to bond with a shared reading experience.
If you are a grandparent, and didn’t have an opportunity this week to visit our library this week, we would like to extend an open invitation to visit our library classes or Buddy Reading times as a guest reader. Call Mrs. Miller at the elementary office, 334-2757, for more information.
Saturday, September 11, 2010
Kirbyville PTO elects officers for 2010-11 year...
The PTO has scheduled a planning session for the annual fall carnival at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 16 in the elementary cafeteria. All parents, teachers and staff are welcome to join us and take part in the carnival. This is the major fund raiser for the year.
The carnival is scheduled from 12:00-2:30 on Saturday, October 16 on the middle school parking lot.
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Splash Bash fun...
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Monday, September 6, 2010
Children's author visits Kirbyville...
Children's author, Sondra Gray, visited both Kirbyville Middle School and Kirbyville Elementary School on Friday, September 3 to share excerpts of her two books, According to Punkin and According to Phoenix. She also discussed what it was like to be an author and where her ideas came from for her books. Students had the opportunity to purchase autographed copies and copies of the books were presented to each library. To read more about her books visit: http://accordingtopunkin.com/
At the middle school, Gray met with fourth and fifth grade students. Parents were invited to attend, as well. Students enjoyed listening to segments of the books and asked many questions about the books and the writing process. The writing process is an important component of the curriculum in fourth and fifth grades. Hearing about the process from a real author motivates students to take the time and effort required to transform an idea into a piece of literature for a specific audience.
At the elementary school her visit served as the kick-off assembly for the at-home reading program, AIR: All Individuals Reading. In the AIR program, kindergarten and first grade students are challenged to read at least 100 books during the school year. Second and third grade students are challenged to read at least 2000 minutes. A special event will be planned in May for all students who meet the reading goal. Along the way intermediate goals will be celebrated and rewarded to encourage families to complete the program consistently throughout the year.
Families are highly encouraged to participate in the at-home reading process. At kindergarten and first grade levels, children typically need assistance with the reading process. Parents, grandparents or older siblings can help by reading aloud, sharing the reading process or assisting the more independent reader with decoding phonetically-regular words, supplying unknown words, or coaching the child to use reading strategies, such as using picture cues or context clues. At all grade levels, parents can help by explaining unfamiliar vocabulary, asking their child to retell the stories in their own words and asking questions that promote students making personal connections or connections between the current book and previous books or the world in general.
Saturday, September 4, 2010
First Kirbyville Skate Night...
All Kirbyville families are invited for a night of music and activity! Let the good times roll!
(If rolling is not your style, maybe you prefer "surfing." The rink does have free WiFi.)
Kirbyville PTO meeting scheduled...
At this first meeting the group will elect new officers and make plans for fund raising for the year.
For more information contact the current PTO president, Kristol France, through the elementary office at 334-2757.
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Scenes from the beginning of school...
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Monday, July 19, 2010
Enrollment for new students...
Kirbyville School District will hold enrollment for students who are new to the Kirbyville district on Thursday, August 5 from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Students enrolling in preschool through eighth grade will enroll at the Kirbyville Elementary office located at 4278 E. State Hwy 76.
In order to enroll in kindergarten through eighth grade, parents must bring a current immunization record and proof of residency. A current electric bill or a purchase or lease agreement is accepted as proof of residency. Students enrolling in kindergarten must turn 5 by August 1, 2010. Students enrolling in first grade must turn 6 by August 1, 2010. Please bring a birth certificate as proof of age eligibility for these two grades.
Kirbyville Preschool is a parent-pay program for three to five-year-olds that successfully prepares students for kindergarten. Tuition is currently $13.00 per day. Parents of preschoolers must bring a birth certificate and immunization records to complete the enrollment process. Students enrolling in preschool must turn three by August 1, 2010. Out of district enrollment is accepted at the preschool on a space available basis, so area families, regardless of district of residency, are encouraged to enroll in Kirbyville Preschool.
For more information regarding enrollment please call 334-2757. The office will open Monday, August 2.
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Splash into Summer Reading
All students in K-5 who complete the Splash Into Summer Reading Program will be in a drawing to win the console.
Click the link to see the official announcement.
Sunday, May 30, 2010
Scholastic Summer Reading Challenge
Last call for the Raise a Reader Challenge!!!
KES Families...Help us win $5,000 for our library by doing what we are already doing...reading at home. Register your child on our special page:
http://parents.com/reading/kirbyvilleelementaryschoolkirmo
And then record his or her reading minutes! You can go back and record previously read minutes back to March 8. Hurry! Tomorrow - May 31 is our last chance!
We currently have 46 readers who have read 19,770 minutes. This seems like a lot, but the winner is based on the number of minutes/January enrollment. I have no way of knowing how the other 1,200 schools in the challenge are doing.
Splash into Summer Reading
Click here for all the specific information including sponsors and a promotional video!
Call the elementary office at 334-2757 with questions!
If you will be entering grades 6-8, here is an article that may be of interest to you regarding summer reading for this age group. It is written by Donnalyn Miller, a sixth grade teacher from Texas, otherwise known as "The Book Whisperer," for her gift of turning the most reluctant reader into a student who cannot put books down.
Summer School
If you are already signed up for summer school, the first field trip for the elementary and middle school students is to Skate World in Branson. Don't forget to wear your socks!!!
Friday, May 28, 2010
Laura Hiebert-KRZK May Teacher of the Month
Congratuations to Mrs. Hiebert!!!
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Tanger Outlet Center benefits Kirbyville Schools
(Branson, MO, 5/25/10)….Before school lets out for summer, the Tanger Outlet Center in Branson is presenting a welcomed gift to several area schools. As part of Tanger’s 2009-2010 TangerBucks for Schools campaign, Tanger is making $1,000 donations with the goal of helping these local students and schools excel. Schools receiving donations include Branson Elementary West, Branson Intermediate, Hickory Hills, Kirbyville Elementary and Kirbyville Middle School.
“Nothing is more important in our community than giving our students the tools they need to reach their full potential,” stated Mr. Jamie Whiteis, Tanger General Manager. “Tanger is proud to help provide funds for materials and educational programs to help our schools and kids succeed.”
TangerBucks for Schools gave participating schools the opportunity to raise money with no strings attached. By being part of the TangerBucks program, these schools receive an equal share of proceeds from Tanger Coupon Books sold during the campaign period. Additionally, participating schools had the opportunity to raise even more money by hosting TangerBucks for Schools fundraising events during the school year. Nationally, schools across America are receiving more than $135,000 this year as part of the TangerBucks for Schools campaign.
“We appreciate the support that we receive from concerned local businesses like Tanger Outlets,” said Addie Gaines, Kirbyville Elementary Principal. “Tanger’s generous donation will be used in a variety of ways including character trait t-shirts for the students.”
The Tanger Outlet Center in Branson features 65 brand name and designer outlet stores. The Tanger center is located just off West Highway 76 on Tanger Blvd.
Tanger Factory Outlet Centers, Inc., (NYSE:SKT), is a publicly-traded REIT headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina that presently operates and owns, or has an ownership interest in, a portfolio of 33 upscale outlet shopping centers in 22 states coast to coast, totaling approximately 10 million square feet leased to over 1,900 stores operated by 330 different brand name companies. More than 150 million shoppers visit Tanger Outlet Centers annually. For more information call 1-800-4 TANGER or visit the company’s web site at www.tangeroutlet.com.
Sunday, May 16, 2010
WILD about Reading trip to the zoo...
The start to the day was a little treacherous, but once we arrived at the zoo, the sun prevailed and the students had a great time observing and interacting with the animals. The following slide show will let you experience just a few of the sights and sounds of the day!
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Thank-you to all the parents who helped keep an eye on our elementary friends!
Saturday, May 15, 2010
Tooth Wizard and Mr. Plaque visits KES
The students learned how and when to brush and floss, healthy eating habits and more.
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Delta Dental presents dental hygiene assembly
3rd graders visit Discovery Center in Springfield...
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Sunday, May 9, 2010
KES hosts several guest speakers...
DARE Officer Donathan has been presenting drug abuse resistance education to both third grade classes and visited with grades kindergarten through second about "stranger danger."
Finally, a presentation by an office from the Missouri State Parks taught students about animals that can be observed at state parks, following laws at state parks and staying safe by knowing personal information. The students were given fingerprint ID kits to complete at home with parents.
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2nd grade field trip
SWCL Spelling Bee
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Final Skate Night of the Year
Monday, May 3, 2010
Kirbyville School District celebrates at annual banquet...
The Kirbyville PTO hosted a banquet for the Kirbyville School District employees on Monday, May 3 to celebrate the near completion of another successful year. Pictured are Superintendent, Carless Osbourn; Elementary Teacher of the Year, Erin Dalager; Employee of the Year, Judy Coffelt; and Middle School Teacher of the Year, Willy Morgan.
Sunday, May 2, 2010
Kindergarten Field Trip
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Butterfly Experiences
Monday, April 26, 2010
KMS student's stop motion video earns first place at art show
SWCL Art Show Results
Kirbyville student artwork received 24 ribbons total at the conference art show this last Saturday.
5 -first place ribbons
7-second
7-third
5-honorable mention
Student artwork that placed in the show will be on display in the hallways at the respective buildings.
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Kirbyville Student Work featured in SWCL Art Show...
Kirbyville Elementary and Middle School students will be participating in the SWCL art show on Saturday April 24, 2010. The event will showcase K-12 student work from the 2009-2010 school year. Within each of the level divisions, ribbons will be awarded for 1st , 2nd and 3rd places, as well as Honorable Mention. Public viewing is from 11:30-1:30 at Spokane High School. Parents of the specific students who have pieces selected for the show will receive a letter from Amy Gardner, art teacher.