Poudre School District
 
Kinard Core Knowledge Middle School
Kinard Core Knowledge Middle School

Daily Announcements

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

 

Important Information:  

  • Attention 7th Graders -- Looking for another leadership opportunity to join? WEB Leaders are current 7th Grade Students that assist incoming 6th Graders in their transition to school. This is a great opportunity to share your knowledge and help others! Applications are available in Student Services starting today. Being a WEB Leader will not interfere with any other leadership classes. Applications are due February 25th. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Young, Ms. Irvine, or Ms. Wightman.
     
  • Love Dodgeball? Don’t miss the Kinard Dodgeball Tournament on Thursday, March 12th from 3:30-7:30 pm. Teams of six, $30 per team. Scan the QR Code in the halls or visit tinyurl.com/Kinard dodgeball to register.
     
  • One of the spring sports that Kinard offers is Unified Basketball. This is a team that unites athletes and partners to enjoy the game of basketball and engage in a team experience while working with students with disabilities. Our season runs from April 6th to May 7th and we have 2 practices and one game per week. Applications are available in Student Services and are due by Thursday, March 5th. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Irvine.
     
  • Happy Lunar New Year, Kinard Students and Staff! This significant holiday started yesterday, February 17, and continues through to the Lantern Festival on March 3rd. The Year of the Horse comes racing in for Lunar New Year 2026 with its bright, fiery energy. The Fire Horse symbolizes themes such as adventure, independence, and momentum.

    Lunar New Year is celebrated by millions of people around the world, and this is a time for family reunions, cultural traditions and hope for good fortune in the coming year. To learn more about Lunar New Year, ask your teacher to share the links in today’s morning announcements.  
     
  • Good morning, Kinard community! Today is Ash Wednesday marking the first day of Lent for Christians. Ash Wednesday is a time of spiritual reflection and commitment for Christians and is often symbolically shown by people having ash on their forehead in the shape of a cross. During the 40 days of Lent, many Christians practice fasting from meat, other foods, or give up something else to focus on spending time in spiritual reflection. Lent is the season for Christians to prepare for the celebration of Easter on April 5th of this year. Let’s be kind and respectful to classmates who are observing Ash Wednesday and remember that everyone practices their beliefs in special ways. 
     
  • Hello Kinard community! Ramadan begins today, February 18 and continues approximately through to March 19.  Ramadan is an Islamic holiday observed worldwide as a holy month of fasting from dawn to sunset with a focus on prayer, self-reflection, and community. This sacred time emphasizes self-discipline, gratitude, and empathy. Let's please be mindful of the many people in our community who practice Ramadan. There are many ways to be supportive such as being mindful to create activities in the classroom that are not food-related and offering space to students as needed who are fasting during lunchtime. For more information about Ramadan, teachers are invited to review and share the links posted in today's morning announcements.  

 

Clubs:

  • Fitness Club meets today from 3:15 to 4:00 in the Fitness Room by the small gym
  • Give Next meets today from 3:15 to 4:00 in Mrs. Houston’s room 509
  • Pokemon Club meets today from 3:15 to 4:15 in Mrs. Griffey’s room 710
  • Theatre Club with Mr. Wheeler meets today from 3:15 to 4:15
  • Dungeons and Dragons Club meets tomorrow from 3:15 to 4:20 in Mr. Costello’s room 416

 

Athletics:

  • Our Girls Basketball take on Lesher today with Varsity/JV playing away, release players at 1:25, load bus at 1:40. C/D Teams play here at Kinard, release players at 2:30, game starts at 3:30. Good Luck Mustang Girls!
  • Our Wrestlers have a match tomorrow against Lincoln

 

Menu:

  • Today the lunch options are:
    • Pizza Bites
    • Kolache (Turkey Dog in Croissant)
    • Peas
    • Protein Box
    • Turkey Avocado Club Wrap
  • Breakfast Tomorrow will be Whole Grain Blueberry Waffle

 

PSD does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran status, age or disability in access or admission to, or treatment or employment in, its programs or activities. A lack of English speaking skills will not be a barrier to admission or participation.