What about backpacks? Backpacks will only be used to transport items between school and home, so any kind of backpack will be acceptable. Backpacks must fit in a student locker, where they will be stored during the day. Students may access their lockers at the beginning of the day, the period before lunch, after lunch, and at the end of the day.
What do I bring the first day of school? Only the basic supplies of a notebook and pencil are required for the first day.
How do I request homework if my child is absent more than one day? Please call Ms. Martinez at 594-2838 to request homework or you may email your child's teachers directly to request work. Students are given the total amount of days absent as a grace period to turn in missed work.
How do I find out if my child has any homework? Please ask your student to write homework assignments in his/her Agenda Page and you may also check the KLMS Staff Lesson Plans page.
How do I handle absences? Students have three school days to make up missing work. Extenuating circumstances apply. Parents/students may approach their teacher for missing work as well as email their teacher during their absence to gather the work.
How can I contact the teachers? You may call or email the teacher. All staff emails and phone numbers are listed on the Staff page. During instructional time, all calls normally go to voicemail. If you call during a conference period, please ask the main office to connect you to the teacher. You should expect a response within 24 hours.
Who do I call if I have questions about lunch money? Please call 594-2800 and ask to talk to Ms. Keisha, the Cafeteria Manager.
Can I have lunch with my student? Parents/guardians, older siblings, and anyone with parent/guardian permission may have lunch with their student.
Can I bring flowers, gifts, or balloons to my student for their birthday or special occasion? You may, but they will be kept in the main office until the end of the day for safe keeping..
What time should I pick up my student from football games, volleyball games, dances, etc? All "B" team football games end around 6:30pm or so, while the "A" games end around 8:30pm. All "B" team volleyball games end around 6:30pm or so while the "A" games end around 7:45pm. All dances end at 9:00 pm.
How do I find out how my student is performing academically? Contacting the teacher directly is always best - email is available on the staff page. Progress reports are sent home every 3 wks and report cards 3 wks after that. If you do not receive a report at the appropriate time, please contact your child's teacher, assistant principal, or counselor.
What is the Cell Phone Policy? Cell phones are prohibited during instructional hours. Phones must be picked up by a parent when confiscated. There is a $15 fine for the 2nd time it is confiscated and the phone is kept for the remainder of the year upon the 3rd confiscation.
How much are PE uniforms, band instruments, etc..? PE uniforms are sold at schedule pickup and 6th grade orientation. Your child's band director can provide good information on how to obtain an instrument. 
