Our 5th graders kicked off the year by practicing our KFMS character traits—teamwork, kindness, and responsibility—to build a strong classroom community. Together, they took on a cooperative puzzle challenge, working side by side to solve it. Watching them collaborate and support one another was inspiring and set the tone for a positive, connected start to the school year.
KFMS Science is led by Mrs. Brown and Mrs. Bolt this year, and they’ve already sparked excitement in their classrooms. Using the hands-on OpenSciEd curriculum, students dive into real-world phenomena, form hypotheses, and conduct labs to test their ideas. This approach keeps students actively engaged, curious, and excited about science.
Our Transition to Kindergarten students have wrapped up their first week! Their classroom in the blue building behind the middle school is already buzzing with learning and excitement. Ms. Cousins and Mrs. Johnson have done a great job helping students learn routines and feel at home. It’s going to be a fantastic year for our youngest Bulldogs!
KFMS kicked off the year with a half-day in Advisories, where staff guided students through key routines and expectations—from arrival and lunch procedures to bathroom protocols and honoring the gym flag donated by the Kettle Falls Lady Lions. Longtime bus driver Charlie Cole, known as the “Kettle Falls Grouch,” also brought his bus to review safety rules. Despite the heat and smoke, the day was a strong and positive start, giving students the tools and confidence to begin the year successfully.
Kettle Falls Middle School kicked off the new school year with its annual Back-to-School BBQ during the last week of August. The event welcomed students and families back to campus in a fun and relaxed way. Students had the opportunity to pick up their schedules, meet their teachers, and tour the building before the first day of classes. Many also took time to decorate their lockers and get settled in for the year ahead. Families and staff enjoyed connecting over a hot dog BBQ, making the evening both productive and community-focused. The event was a wonderful start to the year, bringing students, families, and staff together to celebrate the return to school.
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!
