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Mark Your Calendar
March 1 - Talent Showcase - Gym - 7PM
March 4 - 8 - Superhero After School Art
March 13 - Faculty Meeting - Library - 3PM
March 15 - Professional Development Day - School Closed
March 22 - TFMS Dance - Gym - 6:30PM - 8:30PM
March 27 -SBDM Meeting - Main Office - 3:15PM
April 8 - 12 - Spring Break - School Closed
April 15 - YSC Advisory Council Meeting - 11:30AM
April 15 - 5th Grade Parent Night
April 18 - 7th Grade Career Fair
April 19 - Kenton Couty All Star Chorus
April 19 - TFMS Dance- Gym - 6:30PM - 8:30PM
April 25-27 - School Play - 7PM
April 29 - May 3 - Book Fair - Library
April 30 - Band Concert - 7PM
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 17 - TFMS Dance - Gym - 6:30PM - 8:30PM
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. |
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. |
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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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The Kenton County School District is on Twitter!
and get the latest good news about students and staff.
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SITE BASED DECISION MAKING COUNCIL ELECTION
The Turkey Foot Indian's Club (PTO) will hold the election of the parent members of the Turkey Foot Site-Based Decision Making Council on Monday, April 15, 2013. Votes may be cast at the school on April 15 from 7:15-3:15 p.m. in the school office, and that night at the incoming 6th grade parent night from 6:00- 8:00 p.m. in the gym lobby.
If you have any questions about the Council, please feel free to contact Toni Bluemlein with the Turkey Foot Indian's Club PTO (859) 578-9660 or tonibluemlein@gmail.com. We hope you will come out and vote!!!
If you are interested in nominating someone, or yourself, to run for the SBDM, a nomination form will be available in the Turkey Foot office beginning March 4, 2013 or the Turkey Foot Indians webpage http://www.tfic.webs.com/. Nominations will be due back in the office no later than March 20, 2013. |
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Student Council Hygiene Product and Canned Food Drive
Student vs. Staff Volleyball Reward Game
Attention TFMS students. The reward at the end of this quarter for those who qualify is a student vs. staff volleyball game on March 14th during encores. You have additional chances to play in your grades volleyball game by bringing in hygiene products and canned goods to be donated to the TFMS Youth Service Center.
6th Grade and 8th Grade - Bring in hygiene products
7th Grade - Bring in canned goods
For every item you bring in you will get your name put in the drawing to play in the volleyball game. For more details ask your homeroom representative. Everyone who is eligible for the reward will get their name in the drawing. |
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Youth Service Center News
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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 free luncheon is for 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. Click here for the flyer! |
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Congratulations 8th Grade Boys JV Basketball Team
Congratulations to the 8th grade boys JV basketball team for winning the St. Pius X Basketball Tournament on Sunday, February 24th. The boys defeated three excellent teams, to become tournament champions! Way to go boys!!! Members of the team include: Andrew Cox, Conner Pohlgeers, Desmond Farmer, Jack Keller, Jim Skora, Kyle Beier, Lawson Funke, Logan Beechem, Matthew McCann, and Nathan Tacket.
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Winter Sports Banquet
The winter sports banquet is set for March 18th from 6-8:30PM at Receptions in Erlanger. You may find an invitation on the school website unders athletics or in the front office. |
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Talent Showcase
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! Don'y miss this exciting evening! |
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TFMS Dance
TFMS Dance on March 22nd from 6:30pm - 8:30pm!
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Superhero After School Art
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TFMS Cheerleaders
The Turkey Foot Middle School cheerleaders will be competing in their final competition of the season. They are competing at the NKCCA competition at Ryle High School on Saturday, March 2nd. The TFMS White squad performs at 11:00 a.m. and the TFMS Red squad performs at 12:06 p.m. Please come out to Ryle and support your cheerleaders! |
Congratulations Odyssey Teams!
Congratulations to all of the Odyssey teams who competed in the regional tournament! The following teams will continue on to compete at the state tournament in March:
2A: 3A 4B
The Email Must ARTchitecture: Tumble-wood
Go Through The Musical
Alizea Bruns Sara Mason Kellie Knasel
Erin Dailey Ellie OHara Kaylee Kuennen
Bowen Dobson Kylie Brock Paul Couch
Peyton Laylock Ryan Gebhardt Brett Barnett
Bethany Waddey Lauren Hargis Caleb Carson
Tori Smith Mikayla LaCalameto Jimmy Fussinger
Julia Wilson Brie Reynolds
4C:
Tumble-wood
Brandon Young
Sam Lambert
Ryan Padgett
Hunter Brennen
Mason Sansone
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Dixie Heights HS Fast Pitch Softball Team News
Congratulations to the following TFMS students for making the Dixie Heights fast pitch softball team:
6th: Jenna Slusher
Breanna Smith
7th: Sara Fitzenberger
Hanna Beohner
Dorian Cook
8th: Kali Burgin
Samantha Yake
Hannah Richardson
Ashleigh Bravo
Megan Gilreath |
Meeting Dates for Friends of Rachel will be: 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.
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2012-13 Turkey Foot's Academic Team
"Enriching The Lives of Students Through Academic Competition"
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 # 19: Install water-conserving fixtures, such as showerheads, faucets, and toilets.
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 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
Congratulations to the Forensics Team for the 2nd place win at Regionals! We look forward to hearing about your upcoming wins at the following tournaments:
7-9 March KESDA State Jr. (Overnight)
14-16 March KHSSL State Sr. and Jr @ UK |
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Community News and Events
Dixie Heights High School Carnival - March 3
Dixie is involved in a competition in Kenton County to raise the most money to send care packages to troops in Afghanistan. Scott is holding a community wide dance and Simon Kenton is holding a talent show. We need to come together and involve our community to raise the most money and show them what Dixie is made of! Student Council is running a community-wide carnival to raise the money, but we really need your help! We need all of the clubs and sports teams to run a booth at the carnival. It is on March 3rd from 2-5:30PM.
TFMS is going to be running a Duck booth at the Dixie Carnival this Sunday We would love for TFMS students to come out and support this cause.
Kenton County Hurricanes Baseball
The Kenton County Hurricanes are looking for a couple of players for the 2013 baseball season. We are a 13U team (cannot turn 14 before May 1st, 2013) in the South West Ohio League & the majority of players are from Turkey Foot. If anyone is interest in more information please contact Tom Raisbeck at traisbeck@fuse.net or 513-235-1665 or Mike Tekulve at miket@mailebuild.com or 859-750-5229.
At The League Softball Sign Ups
One last opportunity to register:
Sunday, March 10 4-7 PM
Ages 8U, 10U and 12U
Register @ AT THE YARD or call 647-7400
Any other questions email Sarah Gronefeld
at Sarah.Gronefeld@kenton.kyschools.us
For more information click on this link!
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CINSAM Summer Camp
CINSAM Summer Camps for students in grades 6-12 promote an interest in the four STEM disciplines -- Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. The activities in the camps are delivered with a "hands-on" approach that encourages students to research, ask questions and think outside the box.
Below is the listing of the 2013 Summer Camps. Complete camp descriptions can be found here. The grade levels are for the student's grade in the fall of 2013. Click here for dates and cost.
All completed applications must be received by CINSAM by
May 10, 2013. Need based scholarships are available upon request. The request must be supported by documentation.
For more information, contact Betty Stephens at 859-572-1308 or email at stephensb@nku.edu.
Camp Descriptions:
Java Computer Game Programming: Camp Grade Levels 8 - 12
Math/Statistics: Grade Levels 6-8
Aeronautics Camp: Grade levels 6-10
Engineering Camp: Grade Levels 9 - 12
Middle School STEM Camp: Grade Levels 6 - 8
Network Security Camp: Grade Levels 9 - 12
Astronomy Summer Camp: Grade Levels 6-8
Advanced Astronomy Camp: Grade Levels 6-8
For more information and the camp application, visit our website http://cinsam.nku.edu/Student-and-Parents/SummerCamps.html
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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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