February 6, 2025
February 6, 2025 (Day 4)
- INFORMATION REGARDING STUDENT PARKING: Please pay attention to ParentSquare messages: Whenever we have a delayed opening, there is NO student parking. If you choose to park in this situation, parking is forfeited for 2 weeks.
- ATTENTION ALL SENIORS – SCHOLARSHIP PACKETS: THE SCHOLARSHIP PACKET AND APPLICATIONS ARE NOW AVAILABLE ON THE KINGS PARK HIGH SCHOOL WEBSITE FOR DOWNLOADING. Be sure to download the INSTRUCTIONS, LIST OF APPLICATIONS & SCHOLARSHIP PACKET FIRST to view each of the scholarships’ criteria. Then download the individual application forms that interest you. APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BACK TO THE MAIN OFFICE NO LATER THAN THE DUE DATES LISTED ON THE SCHOLARSHIP PACKET!
- ATTENTION SENIORS – CAP & GOWN INFO: Cap and gowns for graduation are now on sale through Friday, February 28. Order form and money can be turned in at the School Store before school or to Mr. Durland in the Phys. Ed. office during the day. Order form can be found on the Senior Class Google Classroom. Please return form and initial the appropriate line even if you are not ordering anything. If any questions, see Mr. Durland.
- ATTENTION JUNIORS AND SENIORS! Sergeant Piazza from the Navy will be visiting on Wednesday, February 12, during Seminar in Room 101 to discuss the Navy Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (NROTC) program and various scholarship opportunities available to students interested in military service and leadership. The NROTC program offers high school students the chance to earn a full-tuition scholarship to leading colleges and universities while preparing for a future as a commissioned officer in the United States Navy or Marine Corps. Scholarships cover tuition, fees, textbooks, and even provide a monthly stipend. This is a great opportunity for students looking to serve their country while receiving a top-tier education. If you are interested in attending, please visit the Attendance Office to request a pass.
- LOOKING FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS? Then come see Mrs. Maffei to find out how you can help out at Kings Park’s Heritage Museum.
- P.S. I LOVE YOU DAY: We’re excited to remind you that P.S. I Love You Day is celebrated every year on the second Friday of February. This year, mark your calendars for Friday, February 14! To show your support for mental health awareness, kindness, and acceptance, we encourage everyone to wear purple. Please make sure to check your Google Classrooms for information on how to purchase purple merchandise. Let’s fill the halls with a sea of purple and show our commitment to this wonderful movement!
- LEADERSHIP CLUB – BINGO! It’s time!! Come play Bingo with us this week at Leadership. Win some great prizes…we might even throw in a dance party! Bring a snack to share. Let’s have some fun! See you today, Thursday, February 6, in Room 101 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. We will also be taking our yearbook picture at 2:15 p.m. after the first game. If any questions, see Miss Ayres or Mrs. Cohen.
- GAY STRAIGHT ALLIANCE: Gay Straight Alliance will meet tomorrow, Friday, February 7, after school in Room 101. We will discuss volunteer opportunities and plan community service projects. Gay Straight Alliance is for all students who want to make a difference in the KP community. We hope to see you there. If you have any questions or are unable to join us, but would like to assist with upcoming activities, please see Mrs. Larkin in Guidance right away.
- ATTENTION ALL PIANO PLAYERS: Registration for Piano NYSSMA is open now through tomorrow, Friday, February 7. See a music teacher to pick up a registration form today.
- ATTENTION HOPE SQUAD MEMBERS: Our next scheduled meeting will be on Monday, February 10, in Room 101 at 9:13 a.m. Please stop by the Attendance Office to receive your required pass. Please go into the Google Classroom to also sign up for your shirt by using the Google form.
- VALENTINE’S DAY TREATS! Valentine’s Day is coming soon. The Site-Based Management Team will be selling delicious Valentine’s Day treats on Friday, February 14, during seminar. All proceeds will go to the PS I Love You organization. Thank you for your support!
- YEARBOOK SALES: The price of the yearbook is now $130. It will go up again on March 1. Visit yearbookforever.com and type in, “Kings Park.” Then follow the prompts to complete your purchase. If a parent wishes to purchase an ad to be placed in the book for their senior, this must be done by Friday, March 7.