Our 6th graders became scientists today exploring pond water in a lab using microscopes. They were able to name their organisms as a new scientist exploring cells.
about 18 hours ago, Kanapaha Middle School
Microscope slides
6th graders looking into a microscope
6th graders teaming up to discover pond water
Our PTSA is looking for officers and committee members for next school year. We meet once a month online for no more than an hour. If you are interested please fill out form.

📋 Nomination Form Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfBxSZeIc1kNYL5vQsAUAln0316s3pBySqDNwiTGE8WZORKsw/viewform?usp=dialog
📋 Committee Interest Form Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScJq9hue1C7rjxxBJWJztmn9WvlZ13J8iOWOP9XUQ9iTM6-6g/viewform?usp=dialog

📅 Election Date: Monday, May 18th at 6PM in the KMS Media Center
📧 Questions or interest: KanapahaPTSA@gmail.com
5 days ago, Kanapaha Middle School
PTA graphic
School Advisory Council (SAC)---Do you want to serve the school? The School Advisory Council might be a great fit. We are taking nominations right now through April 24th. Please email Ms. Estes if interested at estessl@alachuaschools.net.
5 days ago, Kanapaha Middle School
School Council

Report Cards are available for the 3rd nine weeks online as of April 7th. We will celebrate A/B Honor Roll during lunches on April 13th.

5 days ago, Kanapaha Middle School
Report Card graphic
KMS deans and teachers making sandwiches for the community! Go coyotes!! Come on out till 7pm. We will be at Jersey Mikes.
6 days ago, Kanapaha Middle School
Ms. Long supporting the cause.
Ms. Haney & Dean Suggs taking orders
Our fabulous coyotes represented 43 of the 90 middle schoolers in the Alachua County Honor Band. We are extremely proud of them. Go Coyotes!
11 days ago, Kanapaha Middle School
ACPS Honor Band
Coyote saxaphones
KMS bandlings
ACPS Honor band
KMS band students
KMS Wind Ensemble earned 3 A's and 3 A+ for Straight Superior ratings. So proud of our coyotes!!
about 1 month ago, Kanapaha Middle School
KMS band after performing
KMS band
KMS band performing for their music performance assessment on Saturday morning. Way to go coyotes!
about 1 month ago, Kanapaha Middle School
KMS band
Band students getting ready
Band students getting ready
Band students getting ready
Mr. Loffredo prepping band
✨ Teacher of the Month ✨

Help us celebrate Ms. Huynh, one of our incredible 8th grade ELA teachers, for being Teacher of the Month! 📚💛

With over 10 years of teaching experience, Ms. Huynh brings passion, dedication, and heart into her classroom every single day. She builds meaningful relationships with her students and truly cares about who they are, not just as learners, but as people.

She is always striving to grow, improve, and be the very best teacher she can be for her students. Her commitment to learning right alongside them is just one of the many reasons she makes such a lasting impact.

Whether she’s diving into powerful texts, cheering on her students, sharing her love of K-Pop, or enjoying a little chocolate after a long day, Ms. Huynh makes our campus better! 🎶🍫

We are so grateful for the impact you make. Congratulations, Ms. Huynh! 👏✨
about 1 month ago, Kanapaha Middle School
Teacher with bouquet of flowers and a par print medal.
Kanapaha Families:

As we approach the time change, we ask that students refrain from bringing energy drinks to school. Caffeine is not allowed on campus at any time. If we see them, we will ask students to pour them out.

Thank you!
about 1 month ago, Kanapaha Middle School
Flyer with energy drinks displayed.
KP Speech & Debate showed UP and showed OUT at the FCDI #3 Qualifier this weekend at Matanzas High School! 🏆

Competing against a huge field of middle and high school students — including powerhouse , The Bolles School — KP brought 13 students and 7 brought home trophies!

✨ 2nd Place Original Oratory – Isadora Reis (7)
✨ 2nd Place Public Forum – Tayvyn Ivey & Charlotte Leblanc (8)
✨ 3rd Place Public Forum – Hannah Elshire & Clara Rodriguez (8)
✨ 2nd Place Legislative Debate (Congress) – Sarah Khial (8)
✨ 1st Place We The People – Matthew Marchick (8)

Beyond the awards, every student demonstrated professionalism, teamwork, and true KP pride. 💙

Next up: FCDI #4 at Florida Gateway College on March 7, followed by the State Championship in Sarasota on April 18–19.

We currently have 18 students qualified for state — and we’re just getting started! 🔥👏
about 1 month ago, Kanapaha Middle School
Student with trophy at competition
Student with trophy at competition
Student with trophy at competition
3 boys in front of a pirate statue
Two Students with trophy at competition
Student with trophy at competition
Group photo in front of pirate statue!

The Alachua County Public Schools Curriculum Department formally announces the review process for the 2025-2026 Instructional Materials Adoption for K-12 ELA, K-3 ELA Intervention, Personal Finance, K-5 Art, K-5 Music, World Languages, and Personal Fitness.

View the materials at www.alachuaschools.net/textbookadoption

2 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
2025-2026 Textbook Adoption
Graduation rates for the seven ACPS high schools rose in 2025, from 92.7% to 93.9%. All seven schools posted rates above 90%.
3 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
Grad rates graphic

ACPS middle/high school families: Starting September 22, free virtual counseling and academic advising from certified school counselors offered after school through the district's Beyond the Bell program. Information at alachuaschools.net/beyondthebell

7 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
Beyond the Bell logo

📣 It’s Here! A better way to stay connected!

Starting today, you’ll receive messages, updates, and announcements from your child’s school right inside the Alachua County Public Schools app—or by text and email if you prefer.

Check out this short video with more information!

This is communication, simplified!

8 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
Alachua County Public Schools App
Spectators at middle/high school athletic events in ACPS facilities AND Citizens Field are limited to ONE clear bag. Medical items exempted. More information on what is and is not permitted is at alachuaschools.net/clearbag
8 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
Clear bag graphic
With a new state law limiting the use of cell phones and other devices, ACPS has revised its guidelines. More information at alachuaschools.net/cellphones.
8 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
Cell Phones guidelines graphic