Kennett Middle School

On Thursday, January 29, 2026, KMS will utilize our third day of Alternative Methods of Instruction (AMI) as students continue learning from home.

KSD #39 Weather Announcement

After reviewing road conditions across the district, we have identified several areas with hazardous side-road conditions. As a result, KSD #39 will utilize our third AMI Day tomorrow, Thursday, January 29, 2026.

KSD #39 transports more than 1,000 students each day, and the safety of our students and staff remains our top priority. We will continue to monitor road and weather conditions closely and will communicate our decision regarding a return to in-person learning as soon as possible.

Thank you for your patience and understanding. Please stay safe.

KSD #39 Weather Announcement

Due to inclement weather, including hazardous side-road conditions, KSD #39 will utilize our second AMI Day tomorrow, Wednesday, January 28, 2026.

KSD #39 transports over 1,000 students daily, and their safety, along with the safety of all staff and students, is our top priority. We will continue to monitor conditions and will communicate a decision regarding our return to in-person learning as soon as possible.

Thank you for your patience and understanding. Please stay safe.

KMS students hard at work on our AMI day—staying engaged, responsible, and committed to learning! 🖤💛

On Tuesday, January 27, 2026, KMS will utilize Alternative Methods of Instruction (AMI) to ensure students continue learning from home.

KSD #39 Weather Announcement

Due to inclement weather, unsafe campus walkway conditions, and hazardous side-road conditions, KSD #39 will utilize an AMI Day tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27, 2026.

Crews are actively working to clear parking lots, walkways, and other areas in preparation for a possible return to school. We will continue to monitor conditions and will communicate a decision regarding our return to in-person learning as soon as possible.

Thank you for your patience and understanding. Please stay safe.

KMS swept the Dunklin County Math and Spelling Bee today! 🏆 Carson McKinnie – 1st Place 8th Grade Math 🏆 Kali Chastain – 1st Place 6th Grade Spelling & 2nd Place 6th Grade Math 🏆 Knox Palmer – 1st Place 6th Grade Math Way to go, Carson, Kali, & Knox! We are so proud of you! 🖤💛

Congratulations, KMS Students of the Month!

Shoutout to our December Students of the Month! 🖤💛 We are incredibly proud of your dedication, hard work, and accomplishments. Your commitment to doing your best sets the standard at KMS—keep shining, leading by example, and making us proud! ✨

6th Grade - Stevie Stone
7th Grade - Alaysha Brooks
8th Grade - Stella Harris

Well, that’s a wrap! 🎄✨ Christmas Spirit Week and the Ugly Christmas Sweater Dance were a huge success! From festive outfits to lots of smiles and school spirit, our students and staff made this week one to remember. Thanks to everyone who participated and helped make it so much fun. Merry Christmas! 🎄✨🖤💛

What a way to end the semester! 🏀🎉 Our Student vs. Faculty basketball game was full of energy, laughter, and school spirit—and the faculty are still undefeated! 😄👏 Thanks to everyone who played, cheered, and helped make it a memorable event. Great way to wrap up the semester! 🖤💛

🥞✨ Pancake Reward Breakfast! ✨🥞 Our students enjoyed a special Pancake Reward Breakfast at KMS! 🥞🎉 Eligibility was based on performance during 2nd Quarter. Students who attended met all of the following criteria: ✅ No unexcused absences ✅ No F’s ✅ No discipline referrals And to make the morning even sweeter… the Grinch made a surprise appearance! 💚🎄😄 Way to go, KMS students—keep up the great work and positive choices! 👏⭐

Huge thanks to our amazing choir directors, Ms. Gage and Mr. Arens, for all the time, talent, and heart you pour into our KMS students. To our students, you did a fantastic job at today’s KMS Christmas Concert, and we’re so proud of you! And to our families and community! Thank you for showing up, cheering loud, and supporting our program. Your encouragement means everything. 🎶❄️🎄

🧸 KMS STUCO & NJHS Toy Drive Success! 🎄 Our Student Council (STUCO) and National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) recently hosted a successful Toy Drive to support our community. 🖤💛✨ Thanks to the generosity of our students, staff, and families, toys were donated to the Community Christmas Party, helping bring smiles and holiday cheer to children throughout our area. 🎁😊 We are so proud of our students for showing leadership, compassion, and a true spirit of giving. Thank you to everyone who helped make this project such a success! ❤️🎄

🎶🎄 KMS Choirs Christmas Concert 🎄🎶 Join us on Sunday, December 14, at 2:00 PM at the KHS Auditorium for a wonderful afternoon of holiday music performed by our talented KMS Choirs! Come out and support our students as they help us celebrate the season with beautiful Christmas songs. 🎤✨ 🖤💛 We hope to see you there!

🎶 What an amazing night at the KMS and KHS Band Concert! 🎶 Our students put on a fantastic performance, showcasing their hard work, talent, and dedication. From the opening notes to the final piece, the music filled the auditorium with energy and holiday spirit. A huge thank you to our band directors, Mr. Dustin Bush and Mrs. Melanie Bush, for their outstanding leadership and the countless hours they dedicate to our music programs. We also appreciate our staff and families for their continued support. We are so proud of our talented musicians—what a wonderful way to celebrate the season through music! 🎄🎼

Join us December 16th-19th for KMS Christmas Spirit Week and show off your school spirit in the most festive way! 🎅❄️🌟 🎉 Spirit Week Dates: 📅 December 16–19

Get ready to jingle and mingle at our Ugly Christmas Sweater Dance on December 18! Come dressed in your most festive (and worst) holiday sweater and dance the night away! 🎅🕺💃 🗓 Date: December 18 ⏰ Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM 💲 Admission: $2.00

Congratulations to our 7th and 8th Grade Boys Basketball Teams on their tournament win at the Bootheel Conference Tournament! A special shout-out to the 7th grade team for earning the season championship as well. Great job! 🏀👏

Bootheel Conference Championship Games tonight @ Hayti Middle School beginning @ 6:00pm. Come cheer on your KMS 7th & 8th grade boys 🖤💛🏀