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Mark Your Calendar
February 11 - YSC Advisory Meeting - 11:30AM
February 12 - 8th Grade Parent Night 4-7PM
February 12 - 6th Grade Band Concert @ 7PM
February 13 - Faculty Meeting - Library - 3PM
February 16 - Forensics Family Night
February 18 - Presidents' Day - School Closed
February 27 - SBDM Meeting - Main Office - 3:15PM
March 13 - Faculty Meeting - Library - 3PM
March 15 - Professional Development Day - School Closed
March 27 -SBDM Meeting - Main Office - 3:15PM
April 8 - 12 - Spring Break - School Closed
April 15 - YSC Advisory Council Meeting - 11:30AM
April 29 - May 3 - Book Fair - Library
May 8 - Faculty Meeting - Library - 3PM
May 13 - 6th Grade Honors Night - Gym - 6:30PM
May 14 - 7th Grade Honors Night - Gym - 6:30PM
May 15 - 8th Grade Honors Night - Gym - 6:30PM
May 20 - YSC Advisory Council Meeting - 11:30AM
May 22 - Last Day of School for Students
May 23 - Records Day - School Closed
May 29 - SBDM Meeting - Main Office - 3:15PM
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TFMS Expectations
At Turkey Foot Middle School our students:
Take Responsibility
Follow Directions
Make Safe Choices
Show Respect
Our hallways are Zone Zero from 8:00 - 2:30. |
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New Guidance Office Website!
The guidance office has its own website! Please visit: twww.tfmsguidance.weebly.com for all the information you need from our Guidance Office. We are gathering information for small groups now, so if you would like for your child to participate in a small counseling group, please CLICK HERE and we will get more information to you. |
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The Kenton County Schools Hotline for Help;
(859) 903-HELP
Call or text message if you or someone you know feels unsafe and needs help.
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Attendance Info
Parents please remember to send in parent and/or doctor notes to cover your child's absence. Students have 3 days to turn in notes upon their return to school from an absence. Please include your child's first and last name and the date of the absence on the note. Students are allowed 9 parent notes per year. |
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Call Command Information
If you miss any part of an "All Call" please push the * button to listen to the message again. |
Infinite Campus Portal Information
The Infinite Campus Parent Portal is open. The parent portal will allow you to view all of your children in the Kenton County School District with one login. It will also allow you to request changes to phone numbers and address information. If you do not have your Parent Portal key and would like to get it set up, please email Valorie Richardson at valorie.richardson@kenton.kyschools.us with your name, your child's name and your phone number. The information will be verified and we will email the portal key back to you. A separate portal key is available to both guardians in the household.
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Iroquois Team Information
We are very excited to tell you about two amazing features the Iroquois team has developed. The Iroquois Team has created a Facebook and Twitter account. We are going to be updating these accounts with information about each of our classes and upcoming school events. We cordially invite you to follow us on either or both of these social media sites. We are confident these sites will allow our team and parents to grow even closer in the effort to educate your children and create inviting and exciting classrooms.
Click here for Facebook link!
The twitter handle is: Iroquois Team TFMS
Please contact Mr. Stallkamp if you have any troubles or comments on the social network sites.
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Do You Know About Grolier On Line?
Turkey Foot provides a database that students can use to research topics for their school assignments. It is a comprehensive source of nonfiction specifically targeted for middle school children. Home access is through this address: http://go.grolier.com
Username: turkeyfoot
Password: grolier
Take advantage of this wonderful resource!
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From our School Nurse
Medication - Any students that need to take medication at school please remember that a medication authorization form needs to be filled out and signed by a doctor and parent before any medication can be given at school. |
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WEATHER INFO
Kenton County Schools'
Cable - Intermedia A 15
WCPO/TVCH9
WLW/AM700 WSTR/TV CH 64
WLW/TVCH5 WAKW/FM93.3 WCKY/AM 1530
WKRC/TV CH12 WOFX/FM92.5 WKID/FM 95.9
WXIX/TV CH 19 WNKR/FM106.7 CINCI.COM
More information on school district weather decisions can be found at the Kenton County School's website. For more information click on this link. |
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Library/Media Center News The media center is recycling inkjet and laserjet cartridges from printers. Please bring these items to the front office or the library. This does not include toner cartridges from copiers. Money generated will be used to purchase new books for the library. Thank you.
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Who Can Get Free and
Reduced Meals?
All children in households receiving benefits from Kentucky SNAP, STAP, or TANF can get free meals. Also your children can receive free meals if your household's gross income is within the free limits on the Federal Income Eligibilitiy Guidelines. You may submit your free and reduced application online at http://freelunch.kenton.kyschools.us or stop by Turkey Foot Middle School Youth Service Center to pick up an application. |
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What is KCHIP?
The Kentucky Children's Health Insurance Program (KCHIP) is free or low-cost health insurance for children. KCHIP is for children younger than 19 who do not have health insurance and whose family income is less than 200 percent of the federal poverty level.
We know your children's health is important to you, but you may be facing barriers, like cost or lack of access to coverage through your employer, that prevent the purchase of health insurance. Whatever the reason might be, your family may qualify for coverage through KCHIP.
Children need health insurance. If you
think your children may qualify, apply today. Questions call Becky Darnell, YSC Coordinator at 859.957.0042 or go to http://www.kidshealth.ky.gov/en/ for more information.
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Kenton County Library
The Kenton County Library has free access to more than 70 databases for students to help with research and homework. Take advantage of this valuable service.
Don't forget all the free classes and activities going on at the library for all ages!
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8th Grade TFMS Parent Night
This is your opportunity to have parent conferences with your child's teacher. Your child is also invited. No appointment is necessary. Conferences will be held at a first come first serve basis. Hope to see you there!
All Teams Tuesday February 12 from 4:00P.M. to 7:00P.M.
Please don't miss this opportunity to meet your child's teachers. Being involved in your child's life at school is important. Let your child know that you are interested and appreciate their hard work. Meeting with their teachers will help your child see the importance of their education. |
6th Grade Band Concert Rescheduled
6th grade band concert will be Tuesday, February 12 at 7:00 at TFMS. Snow dates will be February 13,14. |
Dixie Heights High School Freshman Orientation Parent Night!
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Relatives Raising Relatives
Are you raising a child who is a relative (i.e. grandchild, niece, nephew, sibling, etc.) and sometimes wonder where you could receive some support? Do you know someone who is raising a child who is a relative and they have asked you where to turn for support? If you answered yes to these questions, this luncheon is for you!
Nearly 70,000 children in Kentucky are living in households headed by grandparents or another relative. If you are one of them, you are not alone. Please join us for FREE luncheon that will provide you with an opportunity to ask questions, learn about great resources in our community, and to meet other caregivers like you. We meet at the Durr Annex, 3099 Dixie Highway (in K-Mart plaza), Erlanger, Ky from 12:00pm -1:00pm the first Friday of each month. Upcoming dates are: Friday, March 1st, Friday, April 5th, and Friday, May 3rd. For more information, please contact Becky Darnell, TFMS Youth Service Center Coordinator at 859.957.0042. |
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Healthpoint Family Care Now Open At River Ridge Elementary
Kenton County School District has a HealthPoint School Based Health Center (SBHC) at River Ridge Elementary School located at 2772 Amsterdam Road, Villa Hills, KY 41017. The clinic will be open on Mondays and Wednesdays from approximately 8:00AM to 3:00PM. Times can be adjusted if there is a need. Contact Nurse Cheryl at River Ridge ES to make appointments, 341-4408 ext 5514. Students from any school can been seen. Enrollment packet are availabe at TFMS in English and Spanish. |
ASCENT Arts Instrumental and Vocal Information
There will be an ASCENT Arts Instrumental pull-out on Tuesday, Feb. 12th from 12:30-1:30 and an ASCENT Arts Vocal pull-out on Wednesday, Feb. 13th with times as follows: 6th grade-8AM, 7th grade-9AM, and 8th grade-10AM. All groups will meet on the stage. Don't forget to bring your sheet music and be prepared to share your solo or ensemble. |
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Talent Showcase
Talent Showcase auditions are open to the entire school and will be held:
- February 21st @6pm in the gym
- Dress rehearsal February 28 @6pm in the gym
- Talent Showcase March 1 @7pm in the gym
This is not a contest. This is a showcase of TFMS talents for all students and all talents of all varieties! |
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eBooks are here!
The library has purchased ebooks that students can check out on their tablet. Stop by the library for directions on using your Kindle Fire, iPad, Android Tablets or Smartphones to read some of your favorite books. |
Meeting Dates for Friends of Rachel will be: Feb 21, Mar 7, Mar 21, Apr 4, Apr 18, May 2, and May 16. The meetings end at 3:45PM. Please make arrangements if you can't pick your child up by 3:45. |
Congratulations Tori Smith!
Tori Smith has qualified for participation in the WCPO-TV Region I Spelling Bee on February 23 at the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. She obtained a score of at least 7 on the online semifinals test. Represent TFMS well as you go on the Region I Spelling Bee!
The Spelling Bee is the nation's largest and longest-running educational promotion, administered on a not-for-profit basis by The E.W. Scripps Company and local spelling bee sponsors in the United States, American Samoa, Guam, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Department of Defense Schools in Europe; also, the Bahamas, China, Ghana, Jamaica, Japan and South Korea. |
Congratulations Wrestlers!
Congratulations to Zach Holub and Casey Cornett for winning their state matches. Also congratulations to our TFMS Wrestlers that competed at the state - Eli Jackson, Austin Nixon and Kairus Washington.
Zach -70 lbs State Champion Casey - 152 lbs State Champion
First ever state champions for TFMS! |
One week collection drive Feb 11-Feb 15th. Please send in all box tops with your student as we try to collect as much as possible to help offset program cost for the remainder of the school year. Box top submission deadline is March 1 so please send in all during this drive to ensure the school can get cash value of the box top. Your help is very much appreciated. TFMS Indians Club.
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2012-13 Turkey Foot's Academic Team
"Enriching The Lives of Students Through Academic Competition"
Congratulations to Turkey Foot's Academic Team on a successful Regional Tournament. Several of our students qualified for the State competition in Louisville.
Our Future Problem Solving Team placed 1st in the Region! On the FPS team were Jackson Burns, Christasia Strader, Maya Richter, Bowen Dobson
Mathematics - Andrew Perry placed 2nd
Composition - Casey Higginson place 4th and Kate Fields placed 5th
Science - Jackson Burns placed 4th
Language Arts - Tori Smith placed 5th
Congratulations to each of our students who qualified for the State Tournament. Also, thank you to all of our parents who have greatly supported our Academic Team this year. The FPS team is coached by Mrs. Delaney.
Governor's Cup
Governor's Cup State Finals: March 16-18, Galt House, Louisville
If you have any questions, please e-mail Mr. Humphrey at: Dwayne.Humphrey@Kenton.kyschools.us |
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Energy Wise
Here are some things you can do to make our planet a better place to live, brought to you by Energy Wise team:
Tip # 17: Install dimmer switches. They will extend the life of your bulbs and help you save up to 60% on your lighting costs.
Interested in joining the Turkey Foot Energy Wise Team?
Turkey Foot's Energy Wise team is looking for students who are:
- Interested in monitoring energy usage of our school
- Teaching others about how to conserve energy
- Learning about the current technology of our schoolThe Energy Wise team will meet on a bi-monthly basis in room
The Energy Wise team meetings will be held in room 1224, Mrs. Kocin's room and will last until 4. The meeting dates for the remainder of this school year will be February 21; March 7, 21; and April 4. Other dates may be announced depending on the length of certain activities. For more information, contact Mrs. Kocin, Adrienne.kocin@kenton.kyschools.us.
Forensics Tournament Dates
9 February REGIONALS KHSSL
7-9 March KESDA State Jr. (Overnight)
14-16 March KHSSL State Sr. and Jr @ UK |
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Intramural Soccer Registration is NOW OPEN
Are you interested in playing soccer for the Turkey Foot Intramural Soccer Team?
This league is designed for both those new to the game and those who have many years of experience.
There are no tryouts. All who sign up will be placed on a team. Teams playing in the league represent all of the Kenton County Middle Schools.
Games will begin the week of Saturday, March 23 and will end with a tournament the week of May 11th. All games will be played on the High School soccer fields.
Any student interested in playing intramural soccer can find a registration form on Turkey Foot's Activity Website www.tfactivities.middlematters.com or can pick one up from Mr. Humphrey in room 1115.
Registration forms are due on Friday, February 15th. |
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Ski Club Information!
For those that didn't get a chance to get Perfect North Passes and still want to take advantage of trying out the slopes there is still time to get a good deal.
After MLK Day, Perfect North no longer offers club passes, but does offer regular season passes at "pre-swap" pricing. If interested, please go to Perfect North website's home page. In menu bar, select tickets and passes and then select season passes. The price will be the one from July 1 - Nov. 4th. http://perfectnorth.com/ |
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Community News and Events
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Girl Scouts
If you're a 6th grade girl ready to have F-U-N, and experience the ADVENTURE
of a lifetime, Girl Scout Troop 104 is looking for you to join! For more information about how to get involved or questions, please contact: Jessica Blevins, Troop Leader
(606) 776-2421 or jessicadawnblevins@gmail.com Register Online! Go to www.gskentucky.org to register online and get started as a Girl Scout today! Pay the $12 Girl Scout membership fee online. (financial assistance is available upon request)
See flyer for more details!
South Kenton Nittany Lions Football/Cheerleader Sign-ups
Saturday 2/23/13 at Pompilio's Restrauant Indpendence
Time: 12-2PM
Ages 6- 14
See flyer for more details!
Macy's Art Sampler this Saturday
Join the kick-off of the 2013 ArtsWave Campaign AND the first Macy's Arts Sampler! Experience some of the great art that will be available ...for FREE! Below is a link that has both the printable schedule for February 9th and a downloadable app that you can use to find your favorite free arts event.
Please take a moment to forward this to your co-workers and encourage them to enjoy what makes Cincinnati Amazing ...the arts!
http://www.theartswave.org/connect/macys-arts-sampler |
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If you have questions about Foot Notes, please contact Becky Darnell at becky.darnell@kenton.kyschools.us. |
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