The Honker Gear Store closes TOMORROW!
Don’t get left out in the cold — snag your hoodies, tees, and gear before the shop flies away!
Shop now: stores.inksoft.com/WS127072/shop/home
#HonkerNation #KenmareBowbells #GetYourGear

Another exciting week ahead for our Kenmare-Bowbells Honkers! Here’s what’s happening:
🏀 Monday, Nov. 17
High School Girls Basketball practice begins!
Junior High Girls Basketball @ Bottineau
🏀 Tuesday, Nov. 18
Junior High Girls Basketball @ MLS
🗓 Wednesday & Thursday, Nov. 19–20
No scheduled activities — a great chance to rest, study, and support your Honkers!
🤼♂️ Friday, Nov. 21
Junior High Boys Wrestling @ Minot Early Bird Tournament
🤼♀️ Saturday, Nov. 22
Girls Wrestling @ Minot Early Bird Tournament
💛 Congratulations to our Honker Volleyball team on an incredible season! Your hard work, teamwork, and determination made us proud all year long! 👏
💪 Let’s keep the momentum rolling as basketball season tips off — good luck to our HS Girls as they hit the court this week for their first week of practice!

It’s going to be an exciting week, Honkers! ✨
We’re celebrating American Education Week — a special time to recognize the amazing educators, staff, and students who make Kenmare Public School such a great place to learn and grow! Each day has a fun dress-up theme, so let’s show our Honker pride and join in the fun:
📅 Monday: Education can take you places! Dress as your future career! 👩🚀👨🏫
💪 Tuesday: Education takes hard work—wear your workout gear!
💧 Wednesday: We have a “thirst” for knowledge! Bring your water in anything but a water bottle!
🌈 Thursday: Our future looks bright! Wear neon colors or your future collegiate attire!
Friday: Show your Honker Pride! Wear maroon and gold!
🏐 A Huge Congratulations to our Kenmare-Bowbells Honkers Volleyball Team on an incredible season! 🏐👏 Your hard work, teamwork, and determination made us all proud. Way to go, Honkers!
Let’s make this week full of school spirit, smiles, and appreciation for all the amazing educators who inspire us every day. 💛📚
#KenmareHonkers #AmericanEducationWeek #SchoolSpirit #HonkerPride




After that, the shop will fly south for the winter, and you’ll be left with cold feathers and no hoodie. ❄️
Order today and strut your stuff:
👉 https://stores.inksoft.com/WS127072/shop/home

This Thanksgiving, Kenmare Public School is opening its doors to everyone in the Kenmare and Bowbells communities for a free Thanksgiving Dinner filled with food, friendship, and gratitude!
📅 Thanksgiving Day – Thursday, November 27
🕐 Dinner served at 1:00 PM
📍 Kenmare School Cafeteria & Commons Area
(Dine-in, pick-up, and delivery options available!)
Let’s come together to share a warm, traditional meal — complete with football on the big screens and the aroma of home-cooked favorites filling the school. 🍗🥧🏈
To make this special day possible, we’re seeking both monetary and volunteer support.
💵 Monetary donations help cover food and supplies.
🧺 In-kind donations (turkeys, side dishes, desserts, or paper products) are also welcome!
🙋♀️ Volunteers are needed for setup, serving, and deliveries on the day of the event.
➡️ To donate or volunteer, please contact Superintendent Alex Hennix or Rachel Zeltinger at
📧 ahennix@mykps.us
📞 701-341-0845
📧 rzeltinger@mykps.us
by Thursday, November 20.
Your kindness ensures no one in our community eats alone this Thanksgiving. Together, let’s make this a day of warmth, gratitude, and connection for everyone. ❤️
#KenmareStrong #CommunityThanksgiving #GiveThanksTogether

1st Place: Cooper, Teryk, Judah, Chase, and Tim
2nd Place: MLS Bananas - Khloe, Leah, Kennedy, Olivia, and Charlee
3rd Place: Avery, Sydney, Anly, and Linley
4th Place: Tyler, Will, Evelyn, Kayla, and Lanna




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! 💛



