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On August 4, 2026, voters will consider an operating millage proposal at a special election. ​ This current operating millage expires in 2026. This millage does NOT apply to a family's principal residences. If approved, Kingsley Area Schools would collect a tax on non-homestead properties, such as businesses, rental properties, and second homes, between 2027 and 2031.

Looking to enroll your child or children in preschool or kindergarten? Applications for 2026-2027 are now open. Kindergarten If you have a child that will be five years of age on or before September 1, 2026, and you plan to enroll your child in Kindergarten for 2026-2027 school year, please complete the form below and return it to: Kingsley Elementary School Attn: Erin Lefler 311 Clark Street Kingsley, MI 49649 Kindergarten Roundup will be June 16 & 17 from 8:30AM-2:30PM. You

Kingsley High School incoming senior Adam Wilcoxen's science project was one of 200 entries selected to compete in the STEM Choice Awards This summer, KHS senior Adam Wilcoxen's research was selected to compete in a global, virtual science fair competition following the International Science and Engineering Fair circuit. The STEM Choice Awards celebrate projects that didn't make it to the ISEF, but are still highly worthy of recognition and praise. Just 200 global projects we

Starting next school year, 2026-2027, students may not use wireless communication devices on school grounds during school hours with limited exceptions Over the past several years, Kingsley Area Schools has been carefully reviewing and developing updated expectations regarding student wireless communication device use during the school day. After thoughtful collaboration with staff, families, and educational leaders, we are introducing a new Wireless Communication Device Poli

Kingsley Dining Services is once again offering a summer meal program to all students. Breakfast and lunch are available in person at the elementary and high school, and starting July 1, they will be distributing weekly meal boxes at the middle school. Meal Box Pickup Wednesdays: July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 & August 5 from 5:00-6:30PM Kingsley Middle School Curbside in the bus line on Clark Street Parent or Guardian pickup ONLY Meal distribution only during pickup time and while

Kingsley Middle School teacher Tiffany Smith's dream of having a Sustainable Science class garden has come to fruition! Students worked hard to several kinds of produce, including tomatoes, potatoes, cucumbers, corn, pumpkins, sunflowers, onions, peppers, and more. "Through this project, students are learning valuable skills in gardening, sustainability, and food preservation, with plans to learn how to can this fall," said Tiffany Smith. This project would not have been poss

By Tiffany Eichler KMS Art Teacher teichler@kingsleyschools.org It was another busy year for Kingsley Middle School artists! The 2025-26 school year had many highlights, like creating a mural, going on field trips, and taking new artistic risks. Student Murals Every year, students come and go, but the impact they leave behind can last for generations! This year, our art students created two murals that will become a permanent part of KMS. These murals represent pride in our s

Kingsley Middle School is excited to announce two new elective course offerings that will help 6th-8th graders learn critical thinking skills and how to thrive in an increasingly digital world. Course Title: Digital Literacy Grade Level: 6th Prerequisites: N/A This semester course is designed to introduce students to the foundational skills needed to navigate and succeed in a digital world. Students will develop proficiency in digital citizenship, online safety, and responsib

Kingsley High School is proud to recognize several outstanding students who have recently been named Papano’s Student-Athletes of the Week. These students continue to demonstrate excellence both in competition and in the classroom. Alivia Dear Junior Alivia Dear is off to an impressive start on the varsity girls track team. She was part of both the first-place 4x100 and 4x200 relay teams at the Carferry Invitational and earned a runner-up finish in the 100-meter dash with a

Northwest Education Services recently recognized Brittany Moen, administrative assistant at Kingsley Middle School, as a Woman Leader of Culturally Responsive Education. This recognition celebrates women in education who make a meaningful impact by creating inclusive, supportive, and empowering environments for students, staff, and their school communities. The Women Leaders of Culturally Responsive Education program highlights individuals who lead with compassion, foster str

On behalf of Kingsley High School, I am extremely excited to announce, and congratulate, the Top 10 students in our Class of 2026: Anna Bauer Braden Marsh Sarah Wooer Paige Lenon Colton Goethals Emilee Robinson Katelyn Benett Emily Bott Corbin Bender Mary Bauer The Top 10 list reflects the school’s seniors with the highest grade point averages at the end of the first semester. It is a distinct honor for our students earning this award. These students have demonstrated their

Kingsley Elementary to Host “Careers on Wheels” Day Clark Street will be closed off to welcome big rigs and professional working vehicles for the annual Career Day celebration at Kingsley Elementary April 24th 2026 11:45 AM- 2:15PM KINGSLEY, MI – Professionals from a variety of industries will be rolling into Kingsley with their work vehicles of all shapes and sizes for the elementary’s annual Career Day! This year’s theme is Careers on Wheels. The elementary will host firef

In March, ten Kingsley High School research students competed at the Flint Regional Science and Engineering Fair. The International Science Fair-affiliated competition brought together more than 70 students from across the state. KHS' Leah Graziano's project earned 6th place overall, and Paige Lenon earned 7th place overall, with several other students earning recognitions. Leah Graziano and her certificate Kingsley High School research students employ college-level methods a

The Kingsley Naval JROTC hosted veterans, local leaders, and community members for their annual unit inspection. Cadets demonstrated their drill and marching abilities and performed several ceremonies. Naval Base Great Lakes area manager Master Gunnery Sergeant Jason Rampa evaluated cadets on their military skills and knowledge. “This is our first step to being certified as a full-fledged NJROTC,” said Kingsley instructor Gunnery Sergeant Mathew Barr. “The events of the day a

Introducing the newest resident of the Kingsley Middle School science department...Burrito the Bearded Dragon! The little lizard recently joined Tiffany Smith's eighth grade life sciences classroom thanks to a generous community partnership. The eighth grade curriculum recently switched to life sciences, and Ms. Smith has been working hard to integrate new additions into her classroom to help students learn about living creatures, biology, habitats, life cycles, and more. Whe

By Chris Rapes KHS Principal crapes@kingsleyschools.org Kingsley High School and the Northern Shores Conference would like to congratulate and honor the NSC Academic All Conference students for the Class of 2026. The top 12 students from each conference school will be recognized at an awards ceremony in the Elk Rapids High School auditorium on Monday, March 23 at 1:00PM. The top students from each school are calculated after the first semester of the senior year. The formula

We are so excited to announce that four Kingsley elementary students' artworks have been ranked in the top 100 pieces in the Michigan Art Education Association's annual state show! More than 200 pieces were submitted from across the state, and 4/5 pieces that Kingsley art teacher Hannah Langley submitted were accepted. Congratulations to: Boaz Alpers - Top 18 Maggie Rothwell - Top 100 Sylvia Sedlacek - Top 100 Avery Bott - Top 100 The works will be displayed at the Hickman Ga

By Gunnery Sergeant Mathew Barr KHS NJROTC Instructor mbarr@kingsleyschools.org Cadets from Kingsley High School’s NJROTC program competed in the SeaPerch Regional Championship at the University of Michigan, joining 35 teams from across the state in an underwater robotics competition focused on engineering, teamwork, and problem-solving. Throughout the season, Kingsley cadets designed, constructed, and tested three underwater remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) while also comp

Congratulations to our Student Athletes of the Week, sponsored by A. Papanos Pizza. This article will be updated weekly. Emilee Robinson Emilee is a senior forward on the varsity Stag girls basketball team and has had a great 2025-26 season. Emilee had 15 points in Kingsley's win over Onekama and 13 points in a win at Manton last week. Robinson has excelled at both ends of the floor while averaging 14 points per game this season. Emilee also excels in volleyball, soccer and

Mark your calendars for the Crooked Tree Youth Art Exhibition! 2026 Art on Display The exhibition features art work from several schools in the Grand Traverse area and runs from March 10 - April 11, 2026, with a reception and awards show on Sunday, March 22 from 1:00-3:00PM. NOTE: The reception has been RESCHEDULED from March 15 to March 22 due to forecasted inclement weather. We are proud to have had several students earn awards in previous years and look forward to a wonder