To keep our students safe and ensure smooth traffic flow, please remember that parking is not allowed in the loop during drop off and dismissal times.
✅ Keep moving through the loop if your child isn’t outside yet.
✅ If you need to wait, please park across the street.
🚫 Stopping or parking in the loop causes delays and safety concerns.
Your cooperation helps keep everyone safe and dismissal running efficiently — thank you for doing your part!


🏐 REGION 3 CLASS B VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT IS HERE! 🏐
The Kenmare-Bowbells Honkers are ready to take the court at the Region 3 Class B Volleyball Tournament! 🎉
🔥 Opening Round Match-Up: Honkers vs. Surrey Mustangs
🕒 Time: 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Minot Auditorium
Come cheer loud and proud as our Honkers battle for a spot in the semifinals! Let’s fill the stands with maroon and gold — your energy makes the difference! 💪💛
🎟️ Tickets are available online:
Adults: $11
Students: $5
Live Bracket:
https://ndhsaanow.com/brackets/volleyball/939/2025-ndhsaa-region-3b-volleyball-tournament
GoFan Tickets:
https://gofan.co/app/school/NDHSAA
Online Digital Program:
https://qr1.be/DRQMQJ



🏐 Good luck to our Varsity Volleyball team as they take on the Region Tournament at the Minot Auditorium — let’s bring the energy and cheer them on to victory! 👏💛
🤼♀️🤼♂️ Wrestling season is kicking off!
Girls and Boys Wrestling practice begins Monday! Time to hit the mats and get after it, Honkers!
No matter where you are this week — on the court, on the mat, or in the stands — show that Honker spirit loud and proud! 🔥
#GoHonkers #HonkerPride #KenmareBowbells #HonkerNation

We’ve got a busy and exciting week ahead at Kenmare Public School — here’s a look at what’s happening:
🇺🇸 Monday, November 10
Join us for our Veterans Day Program at 8:30 AM in the school gym as we honor all who served with patriotic music, student performances, and a flag-raising ceremony — plus coffee & donuts! ❤️🤍💙
It’s also an early out day — Elementary dismisses at 1:15 PM and High School at 1:30 PM.
🤼♀️🤼♂️ Girls and Boys Wrestling Practice begins — let’s get the season rolling!
🏐 Varsity Volleyball heads to Minot Auditorium for the Region 3 Tournament — the Honkers take on Surrey at 3:00 PM. Let’s go, Honkers! 💛
🇺🇸 Tuesday, November 11
No School — Veterans Day
🏐 Volleyball action continues at the Region Tournament in Minot!
🏐 Thursday, November 13
The Region Volleyball Tournament continues in Minot — keep it up, Honkers!
💛 Reminders:
🥧 The Junior Class is taking pie orders — contact Mr. Strolund to order!
🛍️ Honker Gear Store is open through November 17 — grab your gear here: https://stores.inksoft.com/WS127072
🦃 Early Out Wednesday, November 26 (Elementary @ 1:15 / HS @ 1:30)
🚫 No School November 27–28 for Thanksgiving Break
Honker Nation! 💪 #GoHonkers #KenmarePride #VeteransDay #HonkerStrong





The Kenmare-Bowbells Honkers Volleyball Team is headed to the Region 3 Tournament, and we want YOU there to cheer them on! 💛
🚌 Ride the Fan Bus!
Join the excitement and show your Honker pride as we roll together to the tournament!
📅 When: Monday, November 10
📍 Where: Leaves from the school parking lot at 1:45 PM sharp
👨👩👧 Who: Open to the public (Grades 6 & under must ride with an adult)
💵 Cost: $5 per person — and you are responsible for your own game admission
The bus will head back right after the Honkers game wraps up.
🔥 Let’s pack the stands and make some noise for our team! 🔥
Sign up today with the High School Office or Mrs. Hennix at ahennix@mykps.us

The Kenmare-Bowbells Honkers are ready to take the court at the Region 3 Class B Volleyball Tournament! 🎉
🔥 Opening Round Match-Up: Honkers vs. Surrey Mustangs
📅 Date: Monday, November 10
🕒 Time: 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Minot Auditorium
Come cheer loud and proud as our Honkers battle for a spot in the semifinals! Let’s fill the stands with maroon and gold — your energy makes the difference! 💪💛
🎟️ Tickets are available online:
Adults: $11
Students: $5
Live Bracket:
https://ndhsaanow.com/brackets/volleyball/939/2025-ndhsaa-region-3b-volleyball-tournament
GoFan Tickets:
https://gofan.co/app/school/NDHSAA
Let’s go, Honkers! 💥 #HonkerPride #Region3Volleyball #NDVolleyball #GoHonkers


This November, our KPS students are putting thankfulness into action!
We’re collecting non-perishable food and holiday meal items for the Kenmare Food Pantry to help local families enjoy a warm Thanksgiving meal.
📦 Donation boxes are located at the front doors of the school by the auditorium and in elementary classrooms - drop off your items now through Wednesday, November 19th!
🛒 Suggested Donations:
🥫 Canned goods (vegetables, fruit, soup, gravy, cranberry sauce)
🍝 Boxed meals, pasta, rice, instant potatoes, or mac & cheese
🥧 Baking supplies (flour, sugar, oil, pie filling, cake mixes, frosting, butter, biscuit mix)
🍗 Heatable or frozen turkey dinners (we have freezer space for storage!)
🧃 Snacks, cereal, and shelf-stable pantry items
💳 Grocery store gift cards (for families to purchase fresh items)
🥘 Disposable aluminum pans (for families to cook or transport meals)
Every donation makes a difference — no matter how big or small. Let’s show what it means to be a Honker for Humanity and help every family in our community have a warm, thankful holiday. 💛
Elementary classrooms will have their own boxes, and the classroom with the most will receive a pizza party after Thanksgiving! 🍕
If anyone has extra boxes for us to use, that would be great! Thank you.

Join us Monday, November 10 at 8:30 AM for our Veterans Day Celebration at Kenmare Public School!
We’ll begin with the Pledge of Allegiance and flag raising, followed by the National Anthem and other patriotic performances by our students.
☕️ After the ceremony, enjoy coffee and donuts with students at 9:00 AM.
Let’s come together as a community to honor all who served and thank the brave men and women who have defended our freedom.
📍 Kenmare Public School
🗓️ Monday, November 10 | 8:30 AM
👨👩👧👦 Everyone is welcome – the entire community is invited!
#VeteransDay #HonorAllWhoServed #KenmarePublicSchool #CommunityStrong 🇺🇸


🎉 HONKER HIGHLIGHTS – WEEK OF NOVEMBER 3RD!
It’s another great week to cheer on our Kenmare-Bowbells Honkers! 💛
Here’s what’s happening:
🏐 Monday, Nov 3:
Varsity Volleyball heads to District 5 Tournament @ Williston State College – let’s pack the stands and bring the noise, Honker fans! 🙌 The Honkers will play the Trenton Tigers for the District 5 Championship!!
🏀 Thursday, Nov 6:
JH Girls Basketball vs Stanley – 3:00 PM
Good luck, Lady Honkers! Play hard and have fun! 💪
📅 Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday:
No scheduled activities – a great time to rest, recharge, and get ready for the next big week! 🌟
Let’s go Honkers! 💛
#HonkerPride #KenmareBowbells #TeamSpirit #GoHonkers

🎩 HATS OFF TO OUR HONKER FAMILY! 🎩
Get ready for another fun-filled week at Kenmare Public School, November 3–7!
We’re continuing our “Hats for the Lalums” fundraiser — wear your favorite hat all week for $1.00 (or any donation) to help support the Lalum family. Let’s show them how much they mean to our Honker community! 💛
Here’s what’s happening around school this week:
📅 Monday, Nov. 3
🎭 Drama productions for grades K–5 at 8:30 & grades 6–12 at 9:30
🏐 Varsity Volleyball District Tournament at Williston State College
🎩 Hats for the Lalums
📅 Tuesday, Nov. 4
🧢 Hats for the Lalums
🩺 Scoliosis Screening
📅 Wednesday, Nov. 5
🎩 Hats for the Lalums
🎭 Regional Drama at New Town
📅 Thursday, Nov. 6
🎩 Hats for the Lalums
🏀 JH Girls Basketball vs Stanley – 3:00 PM
📅 Friday, Nov. 7
🎩 Hats for the Lalums
🗓️ Saturday: No scheduled activities — enjoy your weekend, Honkers!
💡 Reminders:
🥧 The Junior Class is taking pie orders – contact Mr. Stroklund
🇺🇸 No school Tuesday, Nov. 11 (Veterans Day)
🏐 Region 3 Volleyball Tournament begins Nov. 13 at the Minot Auditorium
🧢 Honker gear available online through Nov. 17! Shop Here: https://stores.inksoft.com/WS127072
Let’s make it another week of Honker pride, kindness, and community spirit! 💛



It’s getting cold outside, and students will continue to go out for recess whenever possible. Please be sure your child comes to school with proper cold-weather gear each day, including:
🧥 Warm jackets
🧤 Gloves or mittens
🧣 Hats
👉 To help avoid mix-ups, we recommend labeling all items with your child’s name. Our lost and found fills up quickly, and labeled gear makes it much easier to return items to the right owner!
Thank you for helping keep our kids safe, warm, and ready to enjoy recess this winter!

Students in Grades 6–12 can wear their Halloween costumes to school TOMORROW – Friday, October 31! 🧙♀️🧛♂️🕸️
Just a reminder of the costume rules:
✨ No Masks
✨ No Weapons or Accessories
✨ Inflatable Costumes must be OFF during class
✨ No Gory or Bloody Costumes
We can’t wait to see all the fun and festive outfits roaming the halls! 🕷️🍬


The KHS Junior Class invites all Kenmare-Bowbells Preschool–6th Graders to a spook-tacular night at the Halloween Dance Party! 🕸️🦇
📅 Tuesday, October 28, 2025
🕕 6 PM – 8 PM
📍 Kenmare Public School
💲 $5 per student
🍕 FREE PIZZA generously donated by Farmers Union Oil Co.!
But that’s not all… 🧃🍬
The Junior Class will also have concessions available!
🕷️ So grab your costumes, bring your best dance moves, and join us for a frightfully fun night filled with music, treats, and Halloween magic! 🕷️


The KHS Junior Class is baking up something delicious for your holiday table!
🍂 Choose from Pumpkin, Apple, or Pecan — all homemade with love.
💵 Only $15 per pie
📅 Orders open Oct. 27 – Nov. 10
📍 Pickup Nov. 25 at the Kenmare School Ag Shop (delivery available within city limits!)
👉 Order from any Junior Class member or Garrett Stroklund.
💌 Checks payable to KHS Junior Class.
Don’t miss out — treat your family and friends to a homemade pie while supporting our Juniors! 💛

📣 Kenmare-Bowbells Honker Events – Week of October 27
It’s a big week for our Kenmare-Bowbells Honkers! 💛
🏐 Good Luck to our Varsity Volleyball Team as they kick off the District Tournament at Williston State College on Thursday night around 6:00 PM! Let’s pack the Well with Honker pride and cheer them on loud and proud as they battle for a big postseason run! 💪🔥 #GoHonkers
🏃♀️🏃♂️ A Huge Congratulations to our Cross Country Team on an amazing season! You’ve represented the Honkers with grit, heart, and determination from start to finish. We are so proud of you! 👏👏
📅 Weekly Events Recap:
✅ Monday–Wednesday: No activities scheduled—rest up and get ready for a big end to the week!
🏐 Thursday & Friday – Our Honkers Volleyball Team begins their District Tournament at “The Well” – Williston State College! First match is Thursday at about 6:00 PM. Good luck, Honkers—we’re cheering for you as you start your postseason journey! 🎉💪
🏀 Saturday – High Intensity Basketball for boys & girls in grades 9–12, starting at 10:00 AM. Time to get after it! 🔥
Let’s keep the energy high and show our support all week long! ✨
#HonkerPride #KenmareBowbells #Teamwork





