Good Morning, Crusaders! Happy Friday! We’re glad you’re here! Today is a BLUE day. Just a reminder, there is no school on Monday, February 23rd. Tuesday will be a Gold day.
Announcements:
Today’s weather at noon: 35 Degrees. If you plan on going outside for recess, bring a coat or jacket because once you go out for recess, you are not allowed to come back in. So please dress appropriately.
Black History Month honors the contributions of African Americans to U.S. history. Today’s African American Historical Figure:
Cowboys: One in four cowboys was Black, despite the stories told in popular books and movies. In fact, it's believed that the real “Lone Ranger” was inspired by an African American man named Bass Reeves. Reeves had been born a slave but escaped West during the Civil War where he lived in what was then known as Indian Territory. He eventually became a Deputy U.S. Marshal, was a master of disguise, an expert marksman, had a Native American companion, and rode a silver horse. His story was not unique however.
In the 19th century, the Wild West drew enslaved Blacks with the hope of freedom and wages. When the Civil War ended, freedmen came West with the hope of a better life where the demand for skilled labor was high. These African Americans made up at least a quarter of the legendary cowboys who lived dangerous lives facing weather, rattlesnakes, and outlaws while they slept under the stars driving cattle herds to market.
Reading Recommendation - Find It In Our KMS LMC
The Legend of Bass Reeves by Gary Paulsen
Master storyteller and author Gary Paulsen writes a both true and fictional account of the most valiant marshal in the west.
Many "heroic lawmen" of the Wild West, familiar to us through television and film, were actually violent scoundrels and outlaws themselves. But of all the sheriffs of the frontier, one man stands out as a true hero: Bass Reeves. He was the most successful Federal Marshal in the US in his day. True to the mythical code of the West, he never drew his gun first. He brought hundreds of fugitives to justice, was shot at countless times, and never hit. Bass Reeves was a black man, born into slavery. And though the laws of his country enslaved him and his mother, when he became a free man he served the law, with such courage and honor that he became a legend. Pick up a copy of the Legend of Bass Reeves in the library today!
7th-grade girls’ Volleyball practice is 3:00 - 4:30.
After school 8th-grade volleyball practice is cancelled.
For those students in the musical, please check the musical schedule for your call time. Transportation is not provided to the PAC. Break a leg to the cast and crew of “Freaky Friday” on their opening night tonight. Show your support at 7:00 tonight!
Best Buddies meets on Tuesday, February 24th, from 2:45-4:30 in the GAC! Don't forget to wear clothes that can get dirty or bring extra clothes for our tie-dying day!
Hey KMS
We are still collecting pet items for Key Club and we really need your help. Please support the Humane Society. We know we can count on you!!!!
Battle of the Books Championship
The library hosted the Battle of the Books Championship yesterday and as expected it was an exciting and close battle to claim the top spot. In the end, it was the 8th Grade team known as the Return of the Readers that claimed the top spot by only two points! Congratulations to Asher Kearl, Kyle Rassmussen, DJ Hartenstein and Mason Doud for claiming the KMS Championship for this year. They were challenged closely by second place finishers, the Dragon Scrolls, made up of teammates Lucy Kearl, Mia Chen, Charlotte Matzen and Evelyn Sullivan. Honorable mentions go to the teams that tied for third yesterday which were the 7th grade teams of Inside Joke and The Champions. Mr. Gaskell and Ms. Arps want to thank all the students that participated in this year's Battle of the Books season! Please check the library's Google Classroom for an end of season survey and information about claiming a free copy of one of this year's Battle Books.
ACT Word of the Day is arbitrary - based on a whim or random decision. Flipping a coin is an arbitrary way to make a decision.
Today’s Crusader Trivia Question: Where are the next Olympics being held?
TRIVIA LINK! https://forms.gle/P96XSqUp4S2acsk89
Yesterday’s Trivia Answer: There are 6 (four current and two former) Badgers in Milan representing Team USA in Women’s ice hockey who won a Gold medal in OT!
Congratulations to Today’s Winners: Isabella Pavon (6th Grade) and Peter Ziegelbauer (6th Grade). Get a pass and come on down to the MAIN office for your prize!
Please prepare for the Pledge of Allegiance: I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.
Here at KMS, the K also stands for KIND. So be kind to each other, keep your hands to yourself, and listen to your teachers.
Make it a great day, Crusaders. The choice is yours.