Please see the message below from BISD!
We want your feedback!
Dear Barry ISD voters,
As we work together to bring the best education to our students, your input is essential. That’s why we’re eager to hear your thoughts about the Regional Enhancement Millage that was on the Nov. 4 ballot – how you felt, how you voted, and what you want us to know.
Please take 5 minutes to complete this confidential online survey by Friday, Nov. 21. Use the following link: www.surveymonkey.com/r/REMfeedback2025.
Thank you for your input!
Rich Franklin, Superintendent
Barry Intermediate School District
🏐 DISTRICT CHAMPIONSHIP ALERT! 🏐
Delton Kellogg Volleyball Advances to the MHSAA District 76 Championship!
The Delton Kellogg Panthers have earned their spot in the District Championship Game, and we’re hosting it right here in Delton!
🏐 Vs. Pewamo-Westphalia Pirates
📅 Friday, November 7th
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Delton Kellogg High School – Main Gym
🎟 Tickets: $7 (Digital via GoFan or card at the door)
👉 Purchase Tickets Here
Let’s pack the gym and create a championship atmosphere for our Panthers as they compete for the District 76 Title and a berth in the MHSAA Regional Tournament!
Supporting these girls — and showing our Panther Pride — is worth every bit of the price of admission! 🖤🤍🐾
GO PANTHERS! 🖤🤍🐾
Exciting Developments in Allied Health & EMT Education!
The Allied Health and EMT classes are thrilled to announce the coming together of the new simulation lab, designed to give students hands-on experience with real-world healthcare skills. This initiative supports our goal to prepare students for future careers in the medical field.
Today, with the generous support of Mr. Hogoboom, Mr. Vanhoose, Mr. Tyner, Mr. Myers, and students Mitchell Swift and Roman Hull, we successfully moved a hospital bed into the new sim lab. This bed was graciously donated by Corewell Health Pennock, and will serve as a key piece of equipment for student training.
Additionally, the Allied Health program received a grant from the Delton Kellogg Education Foundation (DKEF) to help purchase essential tools and equipment that will enhance our students’ ability to learn relevant patient care skills.
We are incredibly grateful for the support from our community and partners. As Mr. Hogoboom says, “Do a Job!”—and today, our staff and students certainly did!
The Allied Health and EMT classes are thrilled to announce the coming together of the new simulation lab, designed to give students hands-on experience with real-world healthcare skills. This initiative supports our goal to prepare students for future careers in the medical field.
Today, with the generous support of Mr. Hogoboom, Mr. Vanhoose, Mr. Tyner, Mr. Myers, and students Mitchell Swift and Roman Hull, we successfully moved a hospital bed into the new sim lab. This bed was graciously donated by Corewell Health Pennock, and will serve as a key piece of equipment for student training.
Additionally, the Allied Health program received a grant from the Delton Kellogg Education Foundation (DKEF) to help purchase essential tools and equipment that will enhance our students’ ability to learn relevant patient care skills.
We are incredibly grateful for the support from our community and partners. As Mr. Hogoboom says, “Do a Job!”—and today, our staff and students certainly did!
A few of the Allied Health and EMT students joined Perry Shepard from the Delton Fire Department to learn the basics of fire safety. Learning important safety acronyms such as PASS (Pull pin, Aim nozzle at base of the fire, Squeeze, Sweep) and RACE (Rescue, Alert for help, Contain, Evacuate) help students learn hands-on and can relate this to healthcare fields. Students practiced with a fire extinguisher and a fire hose to aim and hit the target to knock down a pretend fire.
A sincere thanks to the Delton Fire Department for your time and dedication to our community!
A sincere thanks to the Delton Fire Department for your time and dedication to our community!
On Friday, October 24, the first quarter concluded with students participating in a new class, “Leadworthy,” designed to complement weekly Community Circles and daily Capturing Kids’ Hearts mini-lessons. Mrs. Jen Ferguson leads 5th and 7th grades, and Ms. Lisa Ludwig leads 6th and 8th grades. The 8th-grade class was joined by Superintendent Dr. Wright, who engaged students and valued their input.
Classes begin with “Good Things” to promote positive thinking, followed by team-building, role-play, hands-on challenges, videos, journaling, and discussion. The curriculum focuses on developing students as learners, friends, family members, future employees, and leaders, covering topics such as:
Laying the Foundation: Teamwork, time management, positive mindsets, trust
Communication Skills: Body language, tone, listening, feedback
Looking at Ourselves: Self-concept, self-worth, values, reframing
Understanding Ourselves: Stress management, self-care
Social Awareness: Empathy, kindness, respect
Getting a Dream: Becoming one’s best self
Classes begin with “Good Things” to promote positive thinking, followed by team-building, role-play, hands-on challenges, videos, journaling, and discussion. The curriculum focuses on developing students as learners, friends, family members, future employees, and leaders, covering topics such as:
Laying the Foundation: Teamwork, time management, positive mindsets, trust
Communication Skills: Body language, tone, listening, feedback
Looking at Ourselves: Self-concept, self-worth, values, reframing
Understanding Ourselves: Stress management, self-care
Social Awareness: Empathy, kindness, respect
Getting a Dream: Becoming one’s best self
Dr. Wright was in a 1st grade class at the end of the day, when students decided to use him as a couch!
Visit the Panther Den Amazon Wish list for our current needs. All necessities are available to students for free every day. We appreciate your continued support!
We look forward to seeing you at Open House!
Summer Newsletter Released!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/11NIXI4suMd8634b247HkgvlAInkq66No/view?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/11NIXI4suMd8634b247HkgvlAInkq66No/view?usp=sharing
Attention elementary and middle school families, Delton Kellogg's Partners in Education are once again offering supply packs. Let PIE do your back to school supply shopping for you! Students entering Young 5's through 8th grade can purchase a supply pack for $25 per student. These are available for purchase through August 8. Payment options and more details below!
🚨 Attention Parents & Guardians of the Class of 2029! 🚨
We’re excited to kick off an amazing school year with something brand new — DKHS Freshman Transition Camp! 🎉
This first-ever camp is designed just for incoming 9th graders to help them start high school with confidence, connection, and a solid academic foundation. Don’t miss this great opportunity to help your student thrive from day one! 📚✨
For more information please visit:
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We’re excited to kick off an amazing school year with something brand new — DKHS Freshman Transition Camp! 🎉
This first-ever camp is designed just for incoming 9th graders to help them start high school with confidence, connection, and a solid academic foundation. Don’t miss this great opportunity to help your student thrive from day one! 📚✨
For more information please visit:
https://5il.co/3lwvq
https://5il.co/3lwvr
Summer School - Information coming out tomorrow
🚗📚 Non-Homestead Operating Millage Renewal – What You Need to Know! 📚🚗
On August 5, 2025, Voters of Delton Kellogg Schools will be asked to consider the Non‑Homestead Operating Millage, which is set to expire this year. This renewal is not a new tax, but a continuation of the current authorization—19.2 mills on non-homestead properties—voted on every five years, as required by Michigan law, to maintain full state school funding.
✅ What’s covered?
Teachers, textbooks, tech, transportation, special ed, and extracurriculars!
Supports $4.25 million a year for essential school services.
💡 Why it matters:
This funding helps maintain the programs and staff that make Delton Kellogg Schools thrive!
🗳️ Mark your calendar! Voting takes place on August 5, 2025, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. at your local polling place.
More info? Visit https://www.dkschools.org/page/delton-kellogg-schools-operating-millage-renewal-proposal
On August 5, 2025, Voters of Delton Kellogg Schools will be asked to consider the Non‑Homestead Operating Millage, which is set to expire this year. This renewal is not a new tax, but a continuation of the current authorization—19.2 mills on non-homestead properties—voted on every five years, as required by Michigan law, to maintain full state school funding.
✅ What’s covered?
Teachers, textbooks, tech, transportation, special ed, and extracurriculars!
Supports $4.25 million a year for essential school services.
💡 Why it matters:
This funding helps maintain the programs and staff that make Delton Kellogg Schools thrive!
🗳️ Mark your calendar! Voting takes place on August 5, 2025, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. at your local polling place.
More info? Visit https://www.dkschools.org/page/delton-kellogg-schools-operating-millage-renewal-proposal
🚗📚 The Mobile Library is on the move and bringing the joy of reading right to your neighborhood! 📚🚗
✨ Every Monday and Tuesday, the Mobile Library stops by DKS and the DK Fire Station, offering FREE access to books, fun activities, and tasty snacks! 🍪✨
📅 Schedule:
Mondays: DK Fire Station
Tuesdays: DKS
It's the perfect opportunity to spark a love for reading in your kids! With a wide selection of books, interactive activities, and a snack to enjoy, it's an event you don't want to miss.
Let's get our little readers excited about discovering new stories and adventures! 📖🎉
📸 Check out some photos from yesterday's visit — so much fun, and we're just getting started!
👉 See you there!
Voters in the Delton Kellogg School District will be asked to consider the renewal of the Non-Homestead Operating Millage, which is set to expire this year. This is not a new tax, but a renewal of the current 19.2 mills levied on non-homestead properties.
This millage is required by Michigan law to ensure the district receives its full share of state funding. It does not affect primary residences and is critical to maintaining the financial stability of our schools.
We encourage all eligible voters to stay informed and participate in the upcoming election.
#DeltonKelloggSchools #PantherPride
https://www.dkschools.org/page/delton-kellogg-schools-operating-millage-renewal-proposal
DK Community, our phone lines are currently down this morning. Technicians are working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.
2025-2026 District Calendar
Big shoutout to our amazing DKS Food Service Crew! 🍎🥦 Thanks to them, our DK students are enjoying fresh, local Michigan produce at breakfast and lunch today!
#FarmToSchool #MIProduce #ThankYouDKS
🎭✨ Dive under the sea with us! 🌊🐚
Come see The Little Mermaid performed by our talented students at Delton Kellogg Middle School!
📅 Showtimes:
🎟️ May 28 at 7 PM
🎟️ May 31 at 1 PM & 4 PM
🚨 The DKS Washington DC trip is coming up soon!
📅 Join us on Monday, June 2 for an info session with everything you need to know.
Don't miss out! 🇺🇸✈️ #DKSGoesToDC #TripInfoSession
