KFMS Art Class Update
We wrapped up the year on a high note in KFMS Art! Students showcased their creativity and hard work through a series of exciting projects. We explored our aspirations with Dream Job posters, imagined positive change with Better World Day artwork, and dove into art history with Master Studies inspired by Georges Seurat and Vincent van Gogh. To celebrate a successful semester, we ended with a fun and expressive abstract splatter painting activity—bursting with bright colors and energy!
The KFHS Class of 2029 marked a major milestone with a memorable 8th grade graduation ceremony, followed by a fun-filled dance to celebrate their achievements and the exciting journey ahead.
KFMS Ends School Year with Move-Up Day and Advisory Olympics
KFMS celebrated the last day of school with Move-Up Day, welcoming incoming 5th–8th graders through a series of fun, team-building events. Students competed in the Advisory Olympics, featuring an egg toss, water relay, tug-of-war, and potato sack race.
Teams were judged not only on performance but also on sportsmanship and character, with each grade earning a Bronze, Silver, or Gold ranking. It was a sunny, energetic day that brought students and staff together to celebrate and build community ahead of the new school year.
Join Our Team at Kettle Falls Middle School!
Kettle Falls Middle School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic 5th and 6th grade math teacher to join our incredible team of educators. If you’re passionate about teaching and want to make a lasting impact in a supportive, student-centered environment—we’d love to hear from you!
Come be part of a school that values collaboration, character, and community. Join KFMS and help us shape the future—one student at a time.
The final KFMS assembly of the year was packed with excitement as teachers faced off in hilarious Minute to Win It challenges. Students cheered them on enthusiastically, watching their teachers take on wild and wacky games.
KFMS 6th Graders Promote Kindness and Sustainability
As part of the school's Build a Better World Day, KFMS 6th grade students created and delivered handmade posters promoting kindness and recycling. Their thoughtful messages encouraged positive change and helped inspire a more caring, environmentally conscious school community.
KFMS ASB Executive Board Election Results Are In!
Students in grades 4–8 gathered to hear speeches and cast their votes in the KFMS ASB Executive Board election. After thoughtful presentations and a spirited campaign, next year’s student leaders have been chosen:
President: Pyper Richartz
Vice President: Norman Stewart
Treasurer: Kaylee Wicks
Secretary: Landen Lyons
Congratulations to our new officers, and a big thank you to all the candidates who courageously stepped up to run. Your leadership and dedication make our school stronger!
KFMS 8th Graders Celebrate with Silverwood Adventure
To celebrate the end of the school year, KFMS 8th grade students enjoyed a fun-filled day at Silverwood Theme Park, complete with roller coasters and excitement. The trip was well-earned—students raised funds throughout the year by selling concessions and Bulldog Better World merchandise. It was a memorable way to wrap up their time at KFMS!
Bringing Math to Life with Robot Creations
To explore 3D shapes and volume, KFMS 5th and 6th grade students are designing robots using grid nets to build prisms. Each robot has a unique name, job, special skills, and fun facts—giving it a personality! Along the way, students complete math challenges such as identifying shapes like trapezoids, calculating area and perimeter, and determining the volume of individual parts and the entire robot. During the final week of school, students will present their robots, sharing both their creative features and total volume.
KFMS 8th Graders Shine in Passage Presentations
This week, KFMS 8th grade students completed their Passage Presentations before a panel of community members and staff. Each student reflected on their personal growth, strengths and challenges, examples of high-quality work, and demonstrated mastery of knowledge and skills. They also shared what excites them about entering high school. The panelists were highly impressed by the students’ poise and thoughtfulness.
A heartfelt thank you to our volunteer panelists and to the Seventh-day Adventist Church for generously providing the space for this important event.
KFMS students enjoyed an action-packed afternoon outdoors, rotating through a variety of exciting activities. From Slack Line and Kickball to Sidewalk Chalk, an Obstacle Course, and classic Board Games, there was something for everyone. Students also had a blast playing Cornhole, Yard Games, Spike Ball, Bowling, and even launching Bottle Rockets!
Every year, Mrs. Walker and Mr. Kroiss host a friendly competition out on the track, where each grade level goes head-to-head to see who can log the most miles in just one hour.
This year’s results are in:
5th Grade: 77 miles
6th Grade: 117.5 miles
7th Grade: 57.5 miles
8th Grade: 78 miles
👏 Congratulations to the 6th grade class for their incredible effort and well-earned victory!
The winning class had the opportunity to play the adults in a game of Dodgeball.... a student and staff favorite!
Great job to all students for showing up, moving, and making it a fun and active event!
KFMS 6th Grade Students Support Meyers Falls Cemetery Committee
After Memorial Day, KFMS 6th grade students partnered with the Meyers Falls Cemetery Committee to help respectfully remove flowers from the cemetery grounds. The students approached the task with maturity, care, and a strong work ethic. Many were deeply moved by the experience and gained a greater appreciation for the importance of honoring those who have served. **Personal mementos are in front of the shed at the cemetery.
The community-based Robotics Team recently visited our middle school to share an exciting look into the world of robotics.
During their presentation, the team introduced this year’s competition, discussed the challenges they faced in designing and building their robot, and shared what it's like to compete at events. They also explained how interested students can get involved and become members of the team.
To wrap up the visit, students had the opportunity to ask questions and each received a Robotics button as a keepsake.
Thank you to the Robotics Team for inspiring our students and sparking interest in STEM and innovation!
What Does Patriotism Mean to Me?
Two of our talented KFMS students were recently recognized in the Elks Lodge essay contest held in Colville, WA. Yale Edwards earned 1st place in the state for the 6th grade category, while Blake Buckmiller took home 2nd place for 5th grade.
Congratulations to Yale and Blake for their outstanding achievements—way to represent KFMS with pride!
🚣♂️ Kettle Falls 6th Graders Go Kayaking! 🚣♀️
This past Thursday (5/22/25), our amazing 6th graders had the opportunity to spend the day out on the water kayaking — and what an unforgettable adventure it was!
A huge THANK YOU to Alyssa Smith and her team from PaddleSafeWA.ORG for sponsoring and leading this incredible experience. Each student went home with a new life jacket. Your expertise and guidance made the day not only fun but safe and educational too!
We also want to give a special shout out to the Stevens County Sheriff's Office for sending a deputy to join us on the water, and to the Lake Roosevelt National Park Service for providing boat support throughout the day. Your presence gave peace of mind to students, staff, and parents alike.
It was a fantastic day of learning, teamwork, and outdoor fun. Great job, 6th graders! 👏🌊🛶
#KettleFallsPride #OutdoorEducation #PaddleSafeWA #LakeRoosevelt #CommunitySupport
Students at KFMS get to choose from a variety of delicious breakfast items every day! Laurie and Carol work hard in our kitchen to serve up meals students love.
Which would you choose — Savory or Sweet?
KFMS 6th Grade Spreads Positivity and Sustainability
As part of Build a Better World Day, KFMS 6th grade students designed creative labels for the two KF coffee shops—Crandall’s Coffee and Ms. B’s. These labels featured uplifting messages and recycling tips to promote positivity and environmental awareness. Students personally delivered their designs to the shops, sharing their enthusiasm and commitment to making a difference.
A big thank you to Crandall’s Coffee and Ms. B’s for supporting our students and helping bring their ideas to life!
More KF clean up pictures from the 8th grade service project for Build a Better World Day! #buildabetterworld
KFMS 5th Graders Spread Kindness Around Town
KFMS 5th grade students truly rocked Build a Better World Day by painting colorful kindness rocks and hiding them throughout the community for others to discover. Each rock carried a positive message, bringing unexpected joy to those who found them and helping to spread a little kindness everywhere!
