<?xml version="1.0" ?>

<rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/">
	<channel>
		<atom:link href="http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/rss?categoryid=1084" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" />
		<title>News and Announcements (Thornapple Kellogg High School)</title>
		<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/category/1084</link>
		<description>News and Announcements</description>
		<language>en-us</language>
		<generator>SchoolSitePro</generator>

		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[March Students of the Month Honored]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2183917</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2183917</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to the March TKHS Students of the Month!]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/1cef/26/03/31/162415-4ce8c4cf-fc11-48e1-9c24-de8e947437e3.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:24:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Seniors Practice Job Interview Skills]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2182404</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2182404</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Interviewing for a job can be a stressful experience for anyone and especially for students who haven’t 
had much, if any, experience. With the help of a host of volunteers from local companies and agencies, Thornapple Kellogg High School seniors got a valuable opportunity to practice their skills and prepare for their future.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/1f6e/26/03/26/153226-f4629452-3e54-4a54-9e68-77a12163849f.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:35:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK OM Team Advances to World Competition]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2181195</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2181195</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg School Odyssey of the Mind teams shined at the State Finals Saturday. One team advanced to the World Finals, two seniors earned OM scholarships, and one middle school team earned a special Omer Award, given in recognition of the team overcoming an unusual hardship just days prior to the contest.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/2edf/26/03/23/191805-28a1789a-fec3-427a-9cc3-f55564ff1cda.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 15:24:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Four TKHS Students Qualify for National BPA Competition]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2179062</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2179062</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School will be well represented at the National BPA conference and competition with four students advancing from the state finals. One additional student is a potential alternate.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/db74/26/03/17/132248-39f6d7a4-18d6-4c25-a95c-3011e8cc17ae.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 09:24:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[56 New Members Inducted into TKHS National Honor Society]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2177995</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2177995</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Fifty-six new members were inducted Tuesday night into Thornapple Kellogg High School’s Elizabeth Thurber Chapter of the National Honor Society. These new members include 14 members from the class of 2027 and 39 members from the Class of 2028. That brings the total number of NHS students at TKHS to 101.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/24fe/26/03/13/162119-0e5ef2fd-8d93-4568-a98b-f3f59e31563c.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 12:29:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS State Sendoff!]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2174308</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2174308</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[TKHS students lined Main Street in the High School Wednesday for a state sendoff for students representing wrestling, Odyssey of the Mind, swimming, BPA, choir, hockey and competitive cheer! WOW! Such great representation for TK Schools at the state level! Best of luck to ALL!]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/b999/26/03/04/181321-baacfd68-2c5f-425f-aab6-b8faa11a40f9.png" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 13:06:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[HS Students Warn Younger Trojans of Dangers of Tobacco Use]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2173796</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2173796</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Fourth graders shrieked and drew their hands back quickly as they squeamishly touched a blackened pig lung that demonstrated the effects tobacco can have on the body.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/83b6/26/03/03/190932-08737da4-a77e-49e4-82fe-b1ccc0b36ad3.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:14:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[A Dozen TK OM Teams Advance to State Finals]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2171729</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2171729</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg Schools will be well represented at the Odyssey of the Mind state finals March 21 hosted at TK!  Twelve TK teams - representing students from elementary grades through high school - advanced from the regional contest Feb. 21.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/4012/26/02/26/195212-552f27af-8da9-47c9-a671-86a6364a1935.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 14:56:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Purchase Tickets for Musical All Shook Up]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2169948</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2169948</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[TKHS presents All Shook Up March 5, 6 and 7. Purchase tickets online until March 4 and then at the door prior to showtime.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/5be1/26/02/23/192753-5effc8b3-7169-49e6-a64f-860250fb8fe0.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 14:29:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS to Present Musical, All Shook Up]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2169956</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2169956</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School proudly presents the 2026 spring musical, All Shook Up. Three performances are scheduled March 5, 6 and 7. Each show begins at 6:30 p.m. in the high school performing arts center.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/f20b/26/02/23/193313-a5d5bd9d-b490-4403-8d09-174ca7f9451d.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 14:35:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Continues Heidi Prior Hearts and Hoops Tournament]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2166463</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2166463</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[“Let’s go TK” chanted the TKHS student body and it grew louder and louder. A minute later, voices echoed across the gym in a contest to see who could shout the loudest - “Go Orange,” and “Go Black.”  They even threw in the “wave” that surfed across the packed high school gymnasium bleachers. And just when you thought it couldn’t get any louder, everyone went crazy every time the ball swooshed through the net.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/159f/26/02/13/133236-9696d154-af89-4fdb-9a44-e9063e728016.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 08:31:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK OM Teams Gear Up for Competition]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2165804</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2165804</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Eighteen teams, nearly 115 students, and endless creativity skills! Thornapple Kellogg Odyssey of the Mind teams gathered recently for their own Spontaneous Spectacular night as they practice for upcoming Odyssey of the Mind competitions.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/4e0c/26/02/11/201850-590afcb3-0148-4ae7-b25f-583e33e0519e.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:23:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS to Present Musical “All Shook Up”]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2163611</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2163611</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The music of the king of rock ‘n’ roll, Elvis Presley meets up with the king of pen and stage, William Shakespeare, in lively TKHS spring musical performances of “All Shook Up.”]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/72f1/26/02/06/153203-d5d97a4f-10e5-432d-8b6e-87f0ac2fb520.png" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 10:32:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS January Students of the Month Honored]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2163160</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2163160</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The TKHS January Students of the month and the Rotary student of the month were recently recognized for their accomplishments and hard work.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/f179/26/02/05/162950-c5de33fe-b32b-407d-8f98-9f35ef731865.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 11:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK FFA Students Compete at District Contest]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2160716</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2160716</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School FFA members competed at the district competition recently and several earned the right to advance to the regional contest in February.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/5201/26/01/31/153338-b95cb40e-ecbf-4516-a95f-8ccbbabbff25.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 10:37:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Familiar Face, New Role at TKHS]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2156070</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2156070</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[A School News Network reporter caught up with TKHS assistant principal Scott Szczepanek for a short profile on why he's been a teacher, coach and now administrator at TK Schools.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/5772/26/01/22/142615-1d46280d-ee01-4e95-8787-f731300e12ad.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 09:26:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Hope Squad Delivers Powerful Message - “You are Not Alone”]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2154116</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2154116</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[For the first 90 minutes of the day Tuesday, Thornapple Kellogg High School students didn’t worry about getting to their lockers, grabbing their books or getting to class on time. Instead, they enjoyed a free breakfast, playing games like basketball, ping pong, four-square, cornhole, and volleyball. Some sat quietly playing cards or just talking with friends.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/57d4/26/01/16/160902-cbc15c15-450e-4d2c-b82a-a24352175728.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 11:13:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[10 TKHS Students Advance to BPA State Finals]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2152659</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2152659</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Ten Thornapple Kellogg High School students will advance to the Business Professionals of America state finals. The top six place finishers in each contest qualify for the state finals in Grand Rapids March 13-15.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/bb50/26/01/13/190100-ec6dfc59-f278-42ed-86a5-4b70805d825a.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 14:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Hope Squad Plans Schoolwide Breakfast]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2152137</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2152137</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[When Thornapple Kellogg High School students come to school Tuesday, Jan. 13, they’ll start the day off a little differently. The school’s new Hope Squad is hosting a school-wide breakfast as a way of helping students get back into the swing of school after break and providing a time when they can reconnect with friends, staff and classmates.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/b878/26/01/12/195331-dedf8b3c-a987-4568-814b-31150732a2db.png" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 14:56:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS December Students of the Month Recognized]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2150473</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2150473</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Several Thornapple Kellogg High School students were recognized as the December students of the month and one student was named the Rotary Student of the Month.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/f7e3/26/01/07/183635-6937f22e-6755-4274-b1c5-d60da95c3b04.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 13:29:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Staff Humbled by ‘The Thank You Project’ Recognition]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2147941</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2147941</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[When Jordan and Kenan Smith walked into Dayne Fletke’s middle school classroom, he had no idea what was about to happen. Neither did Kristi Palmbos, a para-pro in his room. But 7th grader Nate Boersma was all smiles. He knew exactly what was going on - or at least he thought he did.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/ef02/25/12/18/203640-0900f1cc-dec2-41b1-a477-fefde6315aa6.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 15:40:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Speaker Shares Powerful Message of Accountability, Commitment and Hope]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2145256</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2145256</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School students left the auditorium each with 10 promise cards in their hands and possibly a new look at what accountability and commitment mean in life.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/bc9b/25/12/11/193308-67259f83-cd8c-4b46-aeb2-1d6a1f4e78d7.png" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 14:35:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Annual Egg Drop Poaches Staff, Cooks Up Fun]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2145042</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2145042</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg — Thornapple Kellogg High School physics students buzzed with “egg-citement” as they prepared to face off against one another and staff members for the annual egg drop.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/31ae/25/12/11/135237-e5868e81-263c-46b3-bc6f-ef618905e37b.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 08:53:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[November Students of the Month]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2142692</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2142692</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to the TKHS November Students of the Month.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/12e4/25/12/05/154948-9789b1e0-b32b-4e24-94da-6a58a62956cd.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 10:49:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Student-Athletes Earn All-Conference Honors]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2138883</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2138883</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Twelve TKHS student-athletes have earned all-conference honors for the fall sports season. Two additional students earned honorable mention honors.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/72bc/25/11/24/201938-dd1b9cd3-77e8-4d17-9d9c-cd6b52a2123e.png" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 15:34:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Alum Earns Prestigious Scholarship to Study Bilingual Students]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2136495</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2136495</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School alumni, Jacqueline Aguiar, (Class of 2022), has received the 2025 University of Michigan Stamps Scholarship after being selected from more than 475,000 applications worldwide.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/ec9d/25/11/18/194308-c63d43b5-0442-4913-8cdc-ea921cc91256.jpeg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 14:46:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS and Community Honor Veterans]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2133568</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2133568</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[For 15 years, Thornapple Kellogg High School has invited the public to attend a school and community Veterans Day program. It was started largely by the efforts of John Loftus and later Charlie Pullen. Even though neither of those two men are with us anymore, the pride and tradition of the Veterans Day event remain, and it is a program they would almost certainly continue to be proud of today.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/ab14/25/11/11/214321-494cb25b-ad89-4450-968e-444bad490d69.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 16:53:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Invites Community to Veterans Day Assembly]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2130507</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2130507</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School invites the community to the annual Veterans Day assembly. The event starts at 10 a.m. Nov. 11, in the large gymnasium. Guests should enter through the athletic lobby and park in the south parking lot off Bender Road. Guests should arrive early to check in and be seated prior to the event starting.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/0c7f/25/11/04/190158-14eefb2c-0cb1-4a64-87c9-e9ccddd0d08f.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 14:02:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS to Present Fall 2025 Play, “A Trip to the Moon”]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2127408</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2127408</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School proudly presents “A Trip to the Moon” as their fall play. Performances will be at 7 p.m. Nov. 7 and 8 in the high school auditorium. Purchase tickets online at tkschools.ludus.com or in person at the door prior to the show.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/fc67/25/10/29/133231-7e292e00-46f8-498c-83c7-eb5f4ae49519.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2025 09:34:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Homecoming 2025 - “Once Upon a Time”]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2120228</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2120228</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg Homecoming 2025 was a night filled with hometown and school pride as Middleville’s Main Street from Lee Elementary School and from Bender Road to the High School were packed with families cheering on all the teams, clubs and school organizations in the homecoming parade. When the marching band stepped out and began playing, the cheers from the crowd rose.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/f472/25/10/13/143243-d0c2ae33-22a1-473b-b2b0-dd6df6cbf19e.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2025 10:39:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[2025 Homecoming is Oct. 10]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2118872</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2118872</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg Homecoming  is Friday, Oct. 10 when the Trojans will take on East Grand Rapids at 7 p.m. There is plenty of excitement and fun prior to the game!]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/8205/25/10/08/201857-3c1b423a-ef88-4328-a92b-9c0c917ad7ad.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2025 16:32:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS September 2025 Students of the Month Honored]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2114921</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2114921</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The TKHS September Students of the Month were recently announced.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/4aa9/25/09/30/174749-7f389bb8-8ec7-45a3-aaf5-69298f8984bb.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2025 13:48:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[HS Cleaner Uses 3D Printing Skills to Help Around School]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2112877</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2112877</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School night cleaner Rob Rastoskey has a lot on his to-do list every day for the school, but he makes room for even more on his own time.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/ecfc/25/09/25/171927-3202377d-c9cd-41b2-81fa-76e033630efd.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2025 13:20:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Digital Media Student Video Honors 1965 State Championship Team]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2112187</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2112187</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[TKHS senior Max Knowles is excited and a little nervous about this Friday night’s (Sept. 26) home football game. His video, honoring the TK Varsity Football State Championship Team of 1965, will be shown on the new large scoreboard screen at 6:30 p.m. prior to kickoff at 7 p.m.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/fdb3/25/09/24/142325-efb83112-1ede-4f9d-8ebf-e9eb35bd008c.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2025 10:25:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Senior Named National Merit Scholarship Commended Student]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2110558</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2110558</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School senior Thomas Poll has been named a National Merit Scholarship Commended Student.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/f8dd/25/09/19/190323-a2185d06-f26b-4a30-b6b3-eb2760d490b8.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2025 15:04:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Mentor Program Helps Build Positive Connections]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2110275</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2110275</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School senior Jacob Welch has found a staunch supporter and ally. It’s not a teacher or principal. It’s the TK maintenance supervisor who meets with him weekly in a mentor program aimed at building relationships and giving students positive connections with another adult.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/d5c9/25/09/19/133655-1778e86f-a227-4f7e-95b8-a4b95ba03f91.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2025 09:41:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Students and Families Take on Important Role in Day of Caring]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2107530</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2107530</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School Student Council members united for a morning of work at Barry County’s YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin. Why? Because Thursday was the kick-off of the annual Barry County United Way campaign and Thornapple Kellogg Schools was a big part of it.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/dbaa/25/09/12/185557-372884b5-35b7-4d68-be93-c9c2f204d28e.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2025 15:02:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Class of 2026 Gathers for Senior Sunrise]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2099126</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2099126</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School seniors started trickling into the high school parking lot an hour before the first day of school Monday. Loaded with sweatshirts, blankets and backpacks, the Class of 2026 gathered in the stadium for their senior sunrise. It’s a celebration of their last first day of high school and something that’s become a tradition for the past few years.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/15a3/25/08/25/191715-a79d0988-bf9e-4cbc-b709-5cbdf33195b2.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2025 15:21:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Staff Welcomed Back for 2025-26 School Year]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2097198</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2097198</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[“Relationships” is the word TK Superintendent used multiple times in his welcome back speech to TK staff Wednesday morning. His inspiring words came after the spirited playing of the school fight song by the TK marching band, bringing everyone to their feet clapping and cheering.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/c898/25/08/20/193217-1536662d-3ff6-47e8-a4c2-32dd3b85f469.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2025 15:34:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Welcomes New Teachers for 2025-26 School Year]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2096564</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2096564</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Nine new teachers have joined the TK staff for the 2025-26 school year. They took part in a new teacher orientation and training program early this week as they prepare for the start of the school year.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/ced0/25/08/19/170647-238d7c98-4e5f-4413-8971-1b70a796c3ff.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2025 13:15:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Food Service Information]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2096550</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2096550</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[All students attending Thornapple Kellogg Schools are eligible for free breakfasts and lunches during the 2025-26 School Year through SEPTEMBER 30, 2025. We DO NOT KNOW YET if meals are free for the remainder of the 2025-26 School Year and will not know until the State of Michigan completes the State School Aid Budget.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/f8f1/25/08/19/165702-25503c66-8d93-42e8-a922-a5f2ede19f9e.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2025 12:57:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[New Superintendent Eager to Keep Moving TK Forward]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2096223</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2096223</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Robert Pouch has been busy the last couple of months getting to know Thornapple Kellogg Schools and the community and he said he can’t wait to see all the staff and students back for the start of the 2025-26 school year soon. He was hired as the district’s new superintendent and started working in the district in July.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/4388/25/08/18/192828-cd721cf6-1c49-498a-adc7-e9004ca252ad.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2025 15:28:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK 2025-26 School Calendar]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2093517</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2093517</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2025 12:09:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Suggested Supply Lists for TKHS Students 2025-26]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2084252</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2084252</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[TKHS staff have provided lists of suggested school supplies for high school students. Please note these are only suggested lists. Additional specific items may be requested by individual teachers.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/d711/25/07/01/162910-5a4082f8-5ecc-400b-858b-3d8e77f4f547.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 01 Jul 2025 12:29:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Supporters Gather for Groundbreaking for New TK FFA Barn]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2083913</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2083913</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[By this fall, a new barn will be raised in a small portion of a field off Bender Road near the district bus garage. It’s not just any barn - it’s a new Thornapple Kellogg High School  FFA barn that will continue growing the FFA program for students.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/a870/25/06/28/164054-c4bdd79f-7592-44b4-bc25-8f82a95d2fb4.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Sat, 28 Jun 2025 12:45:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Athletes Earn All-Conference Honors]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2083109</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2083109</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Twenty-one Thornapple Kellogg student-athletes earned All-Conference honors and five more received honorable mention. Congratulations to all of these outstanding student-athletes.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/6a03/25/06/24/180645-36a4c94e-a1e6-44c0-92b6-82ca5939708b.png" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jun 2025 14:09:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Sets Aug. 25 as First Day of School for Students]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2082772</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2082772</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg Schools will begin the 2025-26 school year Aug. 25. 
A complete calendar for the school year is still being finalized, but some key vacation dates have been established.
Thanksgiving Break: Nov. 26-28
Winter Break: Dec. 22-Jan. 2, 2026
Spring Break: April 3-10]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/11c5/25/06/23/141032-65370abf-f450-4f97-b492-e69a9f3692cf.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jun 2025 10:11:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Sets Groundbreaking for New FFA Barn]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2082404</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2082404</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School is excited to announce the groundbreaking ceremony for a new barn for the FFA program. The celebration will take place at 10 a.m. Friday, June 27 at 3625 Bender Road, Middleville. The site is near the TK bus garage.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/db56/25/06/19/153421-edf70853-4e8b-43e3-8181-c125d1d8ed40.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Jun 2025 11:35:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Food Service Starts Hydroponic Garden]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2080745</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2080745</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[You might find Thornapple Kellogg Schools food service director Jessica Endres in the kitchen helping prep meals in the kitchen, on the serving lines helping out at lunchtime, or planting and harvesting the school’s new hydroponic garden system. Food grown in the system then finds its way into school lunches, offering healthy home-grown options to students.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/5050/25/06/12/155307-2b22e03e-d310-433e-ab8a-79ff87056625.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Jun 2025 11:59:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Transportation Information Form]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2080017</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2080017</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[We are excited to have your child enrolled at Thornapple Kellogg Schools. If you desire to use TK bus transportation for your student, please see the sign-up information provided.  Information is required by Aug. 4 to begin riding the bus the first day of school. We look forward to helping provide safe transportation for all students to and from school each day.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/80a6/25/06/10/140330-7fe55577-8060-4317-943f-273662931c74.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2025 10:08:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Class of 2025 Encouraged to Keep Dreaming]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2074588</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2074588</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The wind in Bob White Stadium sent TK graduation caps flying at Thursday’s graduation ceremonies long before senior Rylee Seguin led classmates in purposefully tossing their caps into the air. The stadium was filled with family and friends bundled in winter jackets they had hoped they wouldn’t need again until fall. Some even huddled under warm blankets.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/d1b0/25/05/23/040631-ad73bca3-3d10-4917-bda3-964411118595.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 23 May 2025 00:10:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Class of 2025 Receives Honors and Awards]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2073854</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2073854</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School seniors received thousands of dollars in scholarships at the annual Senior Honors night this week. Additionally, students were also recognized for their scholastic, community service, and athletic successes.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/8fd4/25/05/21/182556-a0d7a544-c960-411c-9a5e-4cff56ff272e.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 21 May 2025 14:29:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Students Bring Home Honors from State MITES Competition]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2071164</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2071164</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Several TKHS engineering and architecture students had projects advance to the state level competition and brought home multiple honors and awards.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/cbd7/25/05/15/125928-f2e173b8-72b4-43e3-91c4-35761d80251c.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 15 May 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[FFA Members Create Pop-Up Petting Zoo for a Day]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2069132</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2069132</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[It was to bring your horse to school day…and your pig, chicken, duck, calf, sheep, goat, rabbit, parakeet - and yes - even your yak! That’s just what members of the Thornapple Kellogg High School FFA did today!]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/2028/25/05/09/184627-40960e48-34cb-483e-b310-8be3699d9481.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2025 14:51:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[18 Student Athletes Will Continue Sport at Next Level]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2067946</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2067946</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School has 18 student-athletes who will continue playing their sport at the next level. They participated in the annual Senior Signing Day this week with coaches, family and friends.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/a796/25/05/07/153936-b1ce7955-211e-4a2b-ae3c-aa3895106616.png" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2025 11:40:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Dr. Steensma Humbly Accepts Distinguished Alumni Honor]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2067100</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2067100</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Dr. Elizabeth (Betsy) Steensma humbly accepted the Thornapple Kellogg Alumni Association Distinguished Alumni Award at the all-class banquet May 3.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/4996/25/05/05/200321-5da24b83-6c2e-4df8-96e0-b134629850e9.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 05 May 2025 16:17:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Announces Top Academic Students for Class of 2025]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2066260</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2066260</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School has announced the top academic students for the Class of 2025. The students are listed in alphabetical order by last name:]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/136f/25/05/02/193045-76b9fd85-7b28-4f2a-884f-619e92f7e697.png" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 02 May 2025 15:35:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Student Elected as Regional Representative for SkillsUSA]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2066064</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2066064</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Devon Barnhill is a standout student at the Kent Career Technical Center in the criminal justice program and will represent Thornapple Kellogg High School as a Regional Representative for SkillsUSA Michigan for the 2025-26 term.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/2ce8/25/05/02/162315-c2df8485-5f64-4bde-b895-cfddc5c855a8.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 02 May 2025 12:24:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Students and Staff Spend the Day Giving Back to the Community]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2063076</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2063076</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[For one day of the school year, Thornapple Kellogg High School students didn’t open their books. They didn’t go to classes or take tests. But the lessons they learned at Friday’s service day will undoubtedly be something they will remember for years.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/02ef/25/04/25/211939-ea05440c-6d8b-4a60-9620-580c95f871dc.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 17:27:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Mock Interviews Help Prepare Seniors for Life]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2052753</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2052753</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[TKHS seniors got another real-life lesson as they had mock job interviews with real employers from the community this week. Teachers say it’s the best way for them to be prepared for real interviews that can land them their first jobs.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/f29b/25/03/31/161206-5f25ddb5-c921-4fc3-a999-d33456c2e747.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 31 Mar 2025 12:15:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK  District Fine Arts Festival This Weekend]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2052117</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2052117</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Artwork from students throughout Thornapple Kellogg Schools will be on display at the annual Fine Arts Festival Sunday, from 1-4 p.m. Sunday, March 30 at Thornapple Kellogg High School. This is a free event for the entire community. Come for a little while or stay for the afternoon and enjoy the artwork, music and other specials featured.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/9ed4/25/03/28/171627-9d10e0ba-dc99-4136-83fe-b9175c877a18.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2025 13:18:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Circle of Giving Continues with Page Students]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2051513</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2051513</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[After several weeks of learning about philanthropy and different charitable organizations in Barry County, Page students presented their “gifts” to their chosen beneficiaries.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/6496/25/03/27/165656-a49486fc-2293-4a83-b712-a35e20b5dd1e.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Mar 2025 13:04:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[55 New Members Inducted into TKHS National Honor Society]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2049302</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2049302</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School Elizabeth Thurber Chapter of National Honor Society inducted 55 new members at a ceremony Thursday night. The new members include eight from the class of 2026 and 47 from the class of 2027, bringing the total number of members to 95.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/380a/25/03/21/184043-df490013-7bca-4036-beef-3d4535ec8fe6.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 21 Mar 2025 14:52:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[22 Student Athletes Earn Conference Honors]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2048396</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2048396</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to each of  the 22 TK Trojan student-athletes represented in the OK Gold All-Conference and Honorable Mention selection.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/a9b1/25/03/19/190030-4183140a-d988-40d4-8b46-bbdf9d7270b6.png" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Mar 2025 15:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[BPA Students Advance to National Finals]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2047323</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2047323</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Six Thornapple Kellogg High School BPA students earned honors at the state competition. Four of those six also qualified to compete at the National BPA finals in Florida this spring.  In all, TKHS sent 10 students to the state finals.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/3c5e/25/03/17/170522-77e0d470-84c2-4b2d-87ea-1f8d9182c99c.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Mar 2025 13:12:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Three TK Odyssey of the Mind Teams Advance to World Finals]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2047160</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2047160</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg Schools will be well represented at the Odyssey of the Mind World Finals with three teams advancing! The teams advanced after this weekend’s state finals hosted here at Thornapple Kellogg Schools.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/2915/25/03/17/140933-1a19ad71-9586-408d-beaa-f5d9bc6bbd75.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Mar 2025 10:11:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS College and Career Fair Showcases Possibilities for Students]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2045640</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2045640</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[TKHS junior Alexis Ezell lifted a heavy fire department extraction tool and gave it a try as she carefully removed one block from the Jenga-style pile and placed it on top. Next, she tried on the Thornapple Township fire turnout gear. “I could totally see myself doing this,” she said.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/5596/25/03/12/191713-19b5cebb-41ba-4311-90fa-ce7cabc56a2a.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2025 15:22:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Partnership with Corewell Health Provides Behavioral Health Teletherapy at TKHS]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2038625</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2038625</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, insecurities, feeling out of control - all issues so many high school aged students face. Through a partnership with Corewell Health, Thornapple Kellogg High School students can receive virtual telemed therapy services with a licensed social worker without ever leaving the school.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/814b/25/02/26/170633-66206ff3-8d7c-4bad-96ea-33ebbdf762c3.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 26 Feb 2025 12:09:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Heidi Prior Hearts and Hoops: A Day Filled With Smiles]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2038275</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2038275</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Fans erupted in cheers as the first basket of the tournament went in for the home team! They were just as loud and excited when the first basket went in for the opposing team!]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/1722/25/02/25/203519-b1c19cd1-ba63-422b-afec-33521fa2c5d5.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2025 15:39:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS to Present “Wizard of Oz”]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2037004</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2037004</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Follow Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion as they follow the yellow brick road to Oz in the TKHS spring musical “Wizard of Oz.” The cast and crew of this beloved story have been putting in hours and hours of rehearsal to make this a fabulous show for all ages! There will be three performances - March 6, 7, and 8. Shows start at 7 p.m. each night.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/e3b9/25/02/23/223338-8cb81a4f-872e-4b69-b4d6-b72fa7efaf90.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Sun, 23 Feb 2025 17:37:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Two TKHS Students Advance as National Merit Scholarship Finalists]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2035991</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2035991</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Two Thornapple Kellogg High School seniors have advanced as National Merit Scholarship Finalists. Cole Novak and Lukas Walters both recently received notification of the prestigious national honor and were presented with certificates by TKHS Principal Tony Petersen.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/07e4/25/02/20/180515-81e222ca-8e78-452f-a9e8-f8fafe59245b.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Feb 2025 13:09:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Odyssey of the Mind Teams Advance to State Competition]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2034695</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2034695</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg Schools will be well represented at the Odyssey of the Mind state finals with eight teams advancing from regional competition. The state finals are hosted at Thornapple Kellogg Schools on March 15.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/49a9/25/02/18/165021-1602dee6-3e62-47b7-b0d9-dc6913a06d30.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 11:50:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[McFall Students Build Relationships with HS Friends]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2031555</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2031555</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[“I found my new best friend,” said one smiling and very enthusiastic McFall student after spending about 30 minutes playing with high school students in gym class.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/bda0/25/02/11/160132-bc57e153-8d5a-4e74-abc4-1ba746a6c695.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 11:06:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[CAD Students Put Classroom Skills to Work for District Needs]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2031013</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2031013</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[What do you do when a piece or part breaks off some equipment or furnishings? The manufacturer is no longer in business and there’s nowhere to find the replacement parts needed. Option 1: Replace the entire piece of equipment or furnishing. Option 2: Enlist the help of some very talented high school students.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/a694/25/02/10/181006-3fdb7c81-822c-4a39-90a7-dc81ee47f6f1.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Feb 2025 13:12:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TATU Students Hope Lesson Leaves Lasting Impression]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2030236</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2030236</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[“I don’t use tobacco because I’m an athlete and I want to stay healthy to play sports.”
“I don’t use tobacco because I’m in band and I want to be able to play my instrument.”
“I don’t use tobacco because I want to live a long healthy life.”]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/2609/25/02/07/190223-10c65b60-9eb9-411c-aac2-afa85502c41d.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Feb 2025 14:07:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[We are TK STRONG]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2020235</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2020235</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[TK Alum John Garner created this video showcasing some of the many things that make Thornapple Kellogg Schools such an amazing school district and a great place for families to call home. Garner used his talents to skillfully pull together video clips including interviews with students, parents, alumni and teachers as well as images of the beautiful facilities, classroom learning and school activities. We hope you'll watch and share with friends so everyone can see why we are #TKSTRONG]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/1152/25/01/20/141250-677fe52a-32df-4140-9ab8-4a94e105beb9.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jan 2025 09:13:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK FFA Members Advance to Regional Contest]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2025556</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2025556</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The TK FFA team did well at this week’s district leadership contest with many members advancing to the regional contest Feb. 12. Twenty-four TK FFA members participated in the regional contest. Only the top two placings in each contest advance to the district contest.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/5021/25/01/30/185017-ab6f4727-a664-4a6b-8764-6b49cfac596b.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jan 2025 13:53:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Odyssey of the Mind Teams Prepare for Regional Competition]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2024993</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2024993</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Clara McKeown fitted plastic straws together while teammates connected toothpicks with putty. They were all working on the same challenge - to build bridges that could span different distances between tables. They were given a limited number of simple supplies - a pencil, rubber bands, straws, toothpicks, putty, some paper clips, sheets of paper and a couple of paper cups. They were also given limited time to plan and then only 6 minutes to discuss plans and then build.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/43f2/25/01/29/201852-c1fc11fe-2c90-4063-84c3-c233326e0e3c.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jan 2025 15:22:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Superintendent Search Information and Survey]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2023388</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2023388</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education is beginning the search for the next superintendent to lead the district. Please read the information about the search and join in taking the community survey. The survey is open now and will close at midnight Feb. 9. Thank you for your support of the Board as they take on this important task.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/f776/25/01/27/133613-2ff570e7-7a90-4297-934e-a0a4cc9f3dab.png" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jan 2025 08:36:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Welcomes New Board Members; New Officers Elected]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2020242</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2020242</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education welcomed interim superintendent Tom Enslen along with three new board members at their Jan. 13 board meeting.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/7268/25/01/20/144329-b0de115d-ffd4-4312-8906-841bbcaba832.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jan 2025 09:44:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS BPA Students Advance to State Contest]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2019072</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2019072</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[TKHS students competed in the regional contest with 10 students advancing to the state competition in multiple categories. TK has a long tradition of success with the BPA program that helps prepare students with skills for the future.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/2b2b/25/01/16/205507-0349583b-48a0-4021-9579-70311bc1450a.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jan 2025 16:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Alum Helps His Team Win Third National Championship]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2018231</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2018231</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Mitchell Middleton isn’t one to talk about himself or his accomplishments on the football field or in the classroom, even though he’s a three-time national champion with the Ferris State football team, and has achieved academic honors in the classroom. Middleton, a TK alum Class of 2021, said what’s most important is that he is setting himself up for even more successes in life.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/3d4a/25/01/15/181839-43828c4d-a78e-4234-ad09-ab1d8ce31116.jpeg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jan 2025 13:19:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Bus Drivers Make Special Delivery]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2010542</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2010542</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[With lights flashing, a Barry County Sheriff’s deputy led a Thornapple Kellogg school bus and van on their way to make a very important delivery Thursday afternoon.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/6fb0/24/12/19/195453-98340bde-fa8f-4698-b876-b93ef7ac0dba.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Dec 2024 15:04:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Bond Projects Complete:  Promises Made 2019 - Promises Kept 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2007182</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2007182</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[In 2019, voters in the TK School District approved a $42.8 million bond. Now, in 2024 the promises made for those bond funds have been kept. Thanks to TK Alum John Garner for putting this video together. And a big THANK YOU, to our TK community for your support then, now and always! Together, we are #TKSTRONG]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/ce68/24/12/11/135022-ac01c67a-dab5-41fe-ac36-d2ea0aef4dba.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Dec 2024 08:46:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Senior Builds Little Free Library for Eagle Scout Project]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2001495</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2001495</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Every day when Thornapple Kellogg High School senior Clyde Watson comes to school, he is reminded of one really good thing he has done for the community. Just outside the TK School and community library, Watson built a Little Free Library along with two benches where students can meet up with friends or wait for rides. It’s a source of pride for Watson and also a final step toward earning the Eagle Scout rank.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/fe38/24/11/26/182453-bff85c0d-1b14-4760-9144-ccdcb3e0091b.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 26 Nov 2024 13:27:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Athletes Earn Conference Honors]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2000446</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2000446</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Fourteen Thornapple Kellogg High School student athletes earned 2024 Fall OK Gold All-Conference honors. In addition, six more athletes earned Fall OK Gold Conference honorable mention awards.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/404c/24/11/22/184537-f1aab9c9-259f-47f2-92b6-a688647c11ca.png" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 22 Nov 2024 13:46:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKMS Service-Learning Class Continues Classmates Care Program]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2000358</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/2000358</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Winter in West Michigan is not a matter of "if" it comes - it's "when" it comes. Right now, that means it’s a busy time of year for middle school students in Lil Lienesch’s service learning class. Students collect, sort, organize and inventory donations of new and gently-used winter coats, hats, boots, scarves, gloves and snow pants. This time of year they’re busy filling donation requests and delivering items to schools for families in need.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/b8e3/24/11/22/171850-e1921508-4cd9-4e38-80e0-bf31ea1e459a.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 22 Nov 2024 12:23:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Board Names Interim Superintendent]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1995233</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1995233</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Retired Thornapple Kellogg Schools Superintendent Tom Enslen will serve as Interim Superintendent at Thornapple Kellogg while a search for a permanent superintendent takes place. The TK Board of Education approved a contract with Enslen to begin serving the TK district January 1, 2025. TK Superintendent Craig McCarthy announced he will retire December 31, 2024 after serving 6 ½ years at TK in administrative roles.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/fdaa/24/11/12/202948-c4273221-ccd6-4a37-ada0-cdb1574a9c0d.png" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 15:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Honors Veterans with Community Program]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1994888</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1994888</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Standing ovations, tears, hugs and words of thanks and appreciation all flowed during the annual Thornapple Kellogg High School Veterans Day program. About 35 veterans from all different branches were the honored guests of the day.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/4f93/24/11/12/155008-80c01520-dcaa-458a-b818-30ded844bada.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 10:55:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Students to Present “The Man Who Came To Dinner”]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1991329</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1991329</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School students will perform two shows of their Fall play, “The Man Who Came to Dinner,” Nov. 8 and 9. Shows start at 7 p.m. in the high school auditorium.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/330b/24/11/04/193449-8143ef79-f15c-4fa0-8968-639fb3011b4d.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 04 Nov 2024 14:37:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Tickets Available Online for TKHS Play]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1986660</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1986660</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School students will perform their fall play "The Man Who Came to Dinner" Nov. 8 and 9. Shows start at 7 p.m. Tickets are available to purchase online. Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for students. Make plans now to come out and see this show! It's going to be GREAT!]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/bc95/24/10/25/192229-68bef13e-763b-42fe-ac5f-03b3763fce2b.png" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 25 Oct 2024 15:23:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Community Invited to TKHS Veterans Day Celebration]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1984955</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1984955</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School is honored to welcome veterans and the community to join in the annual Veterans Day celebration at 10 a.m. Nov. 11 in the high school gymnasium. Veterans are invited to attend and be recognized for their service.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/0a6c/24/10/22/201703-6280446b-14cf-43b1-bf72-1cc3fc037d92.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 22 Oct 2024 16:17:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Please Be Patient, Be Understanding, Be Safe!]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1979277</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1979277</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[TK administrators are aware of the traffic congestion on Main Street, which backs up getting in and out of McFall Elementary. This occurs primarily in the morning drop-off time between 8:30 and 9 a.m. and in the afternoon between 3:15 and 3:45 p.m.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/6825/24/10/10/171601-9f0215ed-7649-4f61-bf05-0de7ab805ee6.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Oct 2024 13:16:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[New Assistant Superintendent Says “TK Feels Like Home”]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1977933</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1977933</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[On his second day as assistant superintendent of TK Schools, Mark Provost volunteered to announce at a middle school football game. “I saw they needed someone to help, so I jumped in. That’s what I want to do. I want to be involved. I want to help wherever I can to make this district successful.”]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/d298/24/10/08/153243-2f875b53-7023-4ed1-a0ab-d4d3974a3c8e.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 08 Oct 2024 11:33:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Senior Earns Commended Student Honor]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1975879</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1975879</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School senior Michael Sager-Wissner was recently recognized as a National Merit Commended Scholar.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/e576/24/10/03/193542-5bc4d3a6-76fc-4bef-97b3-0384e054a25d.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 03 Oct 2024 15:36:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[HS Students Turn Kindergarten Drawings Into Digital Art]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1971687</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1971687</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[It was like an early Christmas in Kara Burbridge’s kindergarten classroom this week. Students anxiously waited while everyone received their envelope. Then they tore the envelopes open like presents to find their original robot drawing newly imagined into a colorful digital design created by high school digital art students.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/fad2/24/09/25/211154-b0ebf144-8de2-4329-a133-87de747a36c3.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 25 Sep 2024 17:16:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[2024 TKHS Homecoming Court Announced]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1969536</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1969536</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The 2024 Homecoming Court was announced Friday. The court will be introduced, and the king and queen crowned during halftime of the Homecoming game, Friday, Sept. 27.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/921f/24/09/20/193747-c337fe68-ae74-445b-bd96-a6c4434a4914.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 20 Sep 2024 15:41:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Students Named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1966765</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1966765</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Two Thornapple Kellogg High School students have been named as National Merit Scholarship semifinalists according to a release issued today from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/8ec3/24/09/16/171057-d009f74b-c73e-4d12-bcb3-29c3a77ea610.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 16 Sep 2024 13:11:34 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Students Lend a Hand Supporting United Way Day of Caring]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1965543</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1965543</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School students donned gloves to pick weeds, took off their shoes and socks to move rocks from the water’s edge, and learned how to use a hammer and pry bar to remove nails from old decking boards. A younger TK student even gave a speech at Thursday morning’s Barry County United Way campaign kickoff.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/9772/24/09/13/132448-d2f4ad5b-1aff-418d-99c8-76c418c90dad.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Sep 2024 09:29:37 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Linkers Program Makes Everyone Feel Welcome]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1963843</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1963843</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[If you ever need something to make you smile, visit Ryan Fletke’s high school Adaptive PE class. You can’t help but smile as you watch general education students high fiving, encouraging, and just being great friends with students with special needs.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/926d/24/09/10/174149-0f664b1d-d1e2-4d7b-a60b-6e76e68e442f.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Sep 2024 13:50:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Teachers Earn Above and Beyond Awards]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1957592</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1957592</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Two teachers received the annual Thornapple Kellogg Education Association Above and Beyond Awards. This award is presented each year to staff members who are nominated by their peers for the work they do and their efforts to go above and beyond what is expected. The award was named after retired first grade teacher Shelley Erb.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/5301/24/08/28/172557-117901ab-ccd5-4adb-8ab9-96105ba4e467.png" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 28 Aug 2024 13:30:08 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[New Teachers Hired at TK Schools]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1957346</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1957346</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg Schools is starting the school year with 15 new teachers. These new staff members fill vacancies created by retirements or other teachers leaving the district.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/e934/24/08/28/131630-fbb6f906-044b-45ec-b5f5-9075e94fbffd.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 28 Aug 2024 09:17:09 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Class of 2025 Gathers for Last First Day]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1956385</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1956385</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[While the sky was still dark, Thornapple Kellogg High School seniors parked their cars in the lot, walked the red carpet into the stadium, and wandered onto the football field. They sat in groups all over the field watching the sun come up on their last first day of school.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/0818/24/08/26/185539-81850821-48ff-4242-84a0-fc5435c4982e.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Aug 2024 15:18:26 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Staff Get Inspiration and Excitement for New Year]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1954775</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1954775</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Color guard members twirled their flags in unison, the TK marching band proudly belted out the school fight song and Thornapple Kellogg staff members enthusiastically clapped and sang along as everyone was welcomed to the start of the 2024-25 school year.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/b0a6/24/08/22/173727-388f21a3-e3e2-427d-ade1-e9da869bc7e9.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 22 Aug 2024 13:40:52 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Friends Excited to Help New Band Director Continue TK Success]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1951461</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1951461</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The new Thornapple Kellogg High School band director is getting a little help from her friends. Together, they are making sure the band and new director start the year on the right foot.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/5529/24/08/14/185518-bfab1c91-b242-4a5a-aec0-5c051b283214.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 19 Aug 2024 11:14:10 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Back To School Open Houses/Registration Dates]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1946741</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1946741</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Welcome to the 2024-25 school year at Thornapple Kellogg! Whether you are a returning student or new to the district, we are glad you are here and we are excited for a new school year! We look forward to seeing everyone on the first day of school, Aug. 26.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/3d57/24/08/01/170503-6cf914d8-fd87-4b9d-97f0-94c4b0f12201.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 01 Aug 2024 13:05:50 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Spring OK Gold All-Conference Athletes]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1938740</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1938740</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Seventeen TKHS athletes were recently named as 2024 OK Gold All-Conference athletes for their spring sports representing baseball, softball, soccer, tennis, and track and field. Another four students received honorable mention awards. Congratulations to each of these spring athlete honorees.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/9da5/24/06/19/163117-f6071607-25a9-4514-bdab-8132c7ad179c.png" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2024 12:32:01 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Band Director Passes Baton to Former Student]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1928228</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1928228</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[After 27 years leading the Thornapple Kellogg High School band program, director Ray Rickert officially passed the baton to his former band student, Clair Jansma. She has been working as a student teacher for the last few months and recently was hired as the next TKHS band director.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/e0f9/24/05/17/182138-6e2ff73a-d114-4a16-b12b-240400658f23.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 30 May 2024 11:40:33 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Class of 2024 Has ‘A Beautiful Day’ for Graduation]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1931179</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1931179</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[It was a beautiful day for the 245 members of  TK graduating class of 2024 marching into the stadium under clear blue skies with just a slight breeze and the stands filled with family and friends.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/fb47/24/05/24/135646-9d92214e-fd86-4886-8fb0-116b6453919c.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 24 May 2024 10:08:16 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Class of 2024 Receives Honors and Awards]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1930282</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1930282</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thousands of dollars in scholarships were awarded to Thornapple Kellogg High School seniors Tuesday night at the annual Senior Honors Ceremony. Students also received recognition and awards for their academic, community service and athletic successes.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/1dae/24/05/22/183938-d0e9c95b-3f87-43f4-94a0-578705c2c980.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 22 May 2024 14:52:13 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Students Take Honors with State MITES Projects]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1928328</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1928328</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Several engineering, architecture and principles of technology  projects by Thornapple Kellogg High School students earned honors at the regional and state Michigan Industrial and Technology Educational Society competition.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/122b/24/05/17/195649-08adb6df-54ff-40aa-83cd-542e133681a3.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2024 16:00:19 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Band Awards Presented During Final Concerts]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1928105</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1928105</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[During the final TKHS Concert, Symphonic and Jazz band concerts of the year, some prestigious awards were given to seniors.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/13b6/24/05/17/163728-ae688e12-722d-4e2f-acd0-5d9b1d915968.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2024 12:42:49 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS BPA Student is National Champion]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1927347</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1927347</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The third time's the charm for Thornapple Kellogg High School senior Kaden Hamming. He was named the National Business Professionals of America (BPA) champion in fundamental accounting this week in Chicago.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/519f/24/05/16/122030-126684b4-a488-43de-b3c8-2bc644821dfb.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 16 May 2024 08:25:02 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Plans Class of 2024 Honors Night and Graduation]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1927055</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1927055</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Graduation ceremonies for the nearly 245 members of the TKHS Class of 2024 will take place at 7 p.m. May 23 in the stadium.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/f650/24/05/15/180332-e915b226-b885-4f82-92f9-f314f5104efe.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2024 14:04:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK 2024-25 School Year Calendar]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1884473</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1884473</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 14 May 2024 13:38:37 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS FFA Sets Up Petting Zoo for Students]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1925239</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1925239</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Goats, sheep, cows, rabbits, horses, and even yaks in pens lined the back portion of the high school parking lot near Page Elementary School. It was the first TK FFA petting zoo event and many involved say they hope it becomes an annual event.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/657e/24/05/10/193230-04bc6958-bf71-4666-a966-595a0c21bf2e.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 10 May 2024 15:46:24 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Athletes Set to Compete at Next Level]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1924075</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1924075</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Six Thornapple Kellogg High School athletes will be competing in different sports in college. Coaches, parents and friends gathered today for the student-athlete unofficial signing day at TKHS.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/88fc/24/05/08/195000-aa6d9261-672d-434b-8ee1-cc7a4f35b6c3.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 08 May 2024 19:35:49 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[BPA Students Heading to the Windy City for National Contest]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1923163</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1923163</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School will be sending one of its largest groups of finalists to the BPA national finals in Chicago next week including one student who is returning for his third time. In all, six TKHS students will be competing May 10-14 in seven competitions at the national level after competing at the regional and state levels.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/628e/24/05/07/141707-a723529f-9d91-4f53-961a-01d7b889db69.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2024 10:18:27 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Mock Crash Delivers Powerful Life Lesson at TKHS]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1921962</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1921962</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Senior Kate Powers lay motionless in the grass not far from the wreckage of two vehicles. Her parents, Matt and Shannon, knelt by her side, holding her motionless hand as they grieved. At the same time, firefighters, paramedics and police swarmed the wreckage working in unison to free Kate’s classmates from the vehicles while police were arresting another classmate.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/7da6/24/05/03/213918-adfe25d6-9e2b-4702-a095-a8e8f367bfc8.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 03 May 2024 17:49:28 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Announces Top Academic Students in Class of 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1918195</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1918195</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Eleven students were named as the top academic students in the Thornapple Kellogg High School Class of 2024. The top students are listed here in alphabetical order.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/dcd3/24/04/26/211107-6ceba823-8376-457b-9f52-65e4c836aa2b.png" />


				<pubDate>Sat, 27 Apr 2024 02:52:17 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS FFA Competes at State Skills Contest]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1924718</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1924718</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School FFA members had a great experience at their first Michigan FFA Spring Skills Contest at Michigan State University recently.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/da03/24/05/09/210347-ebc7e0fc-d814-460d-90cc-88bf5ef49112.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 09 May 2024 17:08:29 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Students Continue Building Legacy of Service]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1918860</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1918860</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[TKHS students didn’t focus on history, math or English today. They didn’t even open a book, but make no mistake, the lessons they learned in their annual day of service will hopefully stay with them for life and help build a legacy for the future.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/44d4/24/04/29/181854-7fb1184b-b7ed-4b3f-97c9-92d2a8282f53.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Apr 2024 14:25:58 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Grant Helps Students Learn About Wildlife Conservation]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1916051</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1916051</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[An American Kestrel perched on the gloved hand of a John Ball Zoo handler as she walked around the TKHS environmental science classroom letting students get a closer look at the smallest member of the falcon family.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/3b75/24/04/23/140926-285087f3-9956-4d37-adc7-ad6cf20bb337.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 23 Apr 2024 10:13:37 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Student Athletes Earn Conference Honors]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1905080</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1905080</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[A dozen TKHS student athletes earned OK Gold All-Conference honors for their winter sports. Five more Trojans earned honorable mention in the conference.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/28df/24/03/28/155900-b306fa60-d2a0-4439-bb64-eab0f4a03bd8.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 28 Mar 2024 11:59:56 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Mock Interviews Give Seniors Valuable Practice and Feedback]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1905029</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1905029</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[While seniors are anxiously counting down their final days of high school, they’re also preparing for their futures. Approximately 170 seniors participated in mock job interviews with real company representatives conducting the interviews.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/4767/24/03/28/150544-861d8784-a657-4317-a7a0-d598c349bf83.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 28 Mar 2024 11:11:02 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Escape Room Style Challenge Gives New Twist to SAT Prep]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1904224</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1904224</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Preparing for the SAT took on a creative twist today for 11th grade English students. Instead of a classroom ready for lectures and note taking, students entered a room transformed into a quiet cafe with tablecloths covering desks and small vases of flowers adding a pop of color.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/76e6/24/03/26/191828-f2f29202-fb6f-4ca2-b8aa-c0726488fbbd.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 26 Mar 2024 15:44:20 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TVC Stuffs the Bus with Basic Needs for TK Students]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1902686</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1902686</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[On a cold and snowy Saturday in February, a school bus was parked in front of the Harding’s Market in Middleville. The goal was to “stuff the bus” with personal hygiene products for Thornapple Kellogg students, but with the weather the way it was, organizers from Thornapple Valley Church in Middleville didn’t know how the turnout would be.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/6c93/24/03/22/161709-6b6f880b-1e98-4f4d-87fb-afdda923ec2a.jpeg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 22 Mar 2024 12:21:47 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Six BPA Students to Compete at National Finals]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1897727</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1897727</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[To say the Thornapple Kellogg High School BPA team members had a successful outing at the state competition this weekend would be a bit of an understatement. Nine students qualified for the state contests, six earned state honors and will advance to the national competition May 10-14 in Chicago.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/1188/24/03/11/191010-3de9e836-6cb6-4c1a-827b-327578cc31b5.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 19 Mar 2024 13:08:12 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Career fair showcases many post-graduation paths]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1900934</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1900934</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Alexis Stark/School News Network: At Thornapple Kellogg High School’s annual career fair, senior Giovana Daher discussed her interest in the connection between the mind and the body with a representative from the Barry County Community Mental Health Authority.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/cd7b/24/03/19/160503-da300014-1366-4f2d-9817-da5e285e455a.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 19 Mar 2024 12:05:41 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[HS Students Present Dangers of Tobacco and Nicotine Use]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1893678</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1893678</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Fourth graders scrunched up their noses and let out an “ewww” as they felt the blackened pig lung used to demonstrate effects of tobacco on the lungs. They didn’t like how it looked or how it felt and that is just the reaction high school demonstrators were hoping to see.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/8e62/24/03/04/153817-1306c810-3339-47fb-bf0a-10cb33786904.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 04 Mar 2024 10:43:52 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Hearts and Hoops Tourney Creates Special Day for Students]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1886809</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1886809</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[And the crowd goes wild! It wasn’t for an incredible half-court shot to claim the championship or even a game-winning touchdown. The cheers rang out for students who typically receive little or no recognition.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/28e2/24/02/19/155931-731ec583-9302-4e5f-94bc-b8850c686ac9.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 19 Feb 2024 11:07:10 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS to Present Musical “Tuck Everlasting”]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1886366</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1886366</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School will present three performances of the musical “Tuck Everlasting” Feb. 29, March 1-2. All shows start at 7 p.m. in the high school auditorium.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/3f65/24/02/16/193952-e5bde715-27c9-4928-bc0b-faa9bce5b6a8.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Feb 2024 14:42:22 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK FFA Excels at Districts; Several Members Advance to Regional Contest]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1875089</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1875089</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg FFA excelled at the District FFA Leadership contest Wednesday with several members advancing to the regional contests.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/4f2b/24/01/26/164546-4defa14f-b4de-4495-ad05-f4cad8d9c45d.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 26 Jan 2024 11:47:16 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[BPA Students Bring Home Regional Honors]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1875083</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1875083</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School students competed in the regional BPA contest last weekend. Of the 10 students competing, nine have qualified to move on to the state competition.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/4a1d/24/01/26/164351-6a0c6e27-b9ff-4d33-bd10-d0573e4661be.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 26 Jan 2024 11:44:14 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Senior Mows His Way Into Successful Business]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1856056</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1856056</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Like most high school students, Zadok Shafer gets up early every morning, packs his backpack with his homework and books, and heads to classes for the day.  In his free time he likes spending time with friends and watching movies. He sounds like a typical teenager, but there’s much more to this enterprising young man than many people know.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/3b05/23/12/08/163717-791ed721-aadc-4d3a-9adf-da1bb6babdcb.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 08 Dec 2023 11:38:02 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Senior Qualifies for National Fishing Tournament]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1850869</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1850869</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[For the second time in three years, Thornapple Kellogg High School senior Dylan Welton has qualified and will compete in the Bassmaster Team National Tournament. He and his grandfather, who is also his teammate, will be heading to Florida this week for the four-day national competition.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/bafd/23/11/29/142137-4f7ee09c-e64e-4b7c-8fe6-3dd883e8b8d9.png" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 29 Nov 2023 09:23:14 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Students Offer Input to KISD Leaders]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1847283</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1847283</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Two Thornapple Kellogg High School seniors are helping the Kent Intermediate School District build better educational experiences by offering suggestions and insights into what students need in schools today.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/ec5d/23/11/16/195401-922df18b-7428-4f25-8d13-68894bf6fc8c.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 16 Nov 2023 14:54:59 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Students Research Progressive Era Social Issues and Reforms]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1846533</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1846533</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Child labor, safe working conditions, abuse of big businesses and monopolies, protection of the environment, and political corruption - all just a few of the Progressive Era social issues TKHS U.S. History students researched recently.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/bc24/23/11/15/165231-10b66f5f-77c4-4383-9b12-55acba355401.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Nov 2023 11:54:47 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[FFA State Officers Visit TKHS]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1837858</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1837858</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Contests, conferences and conventions, and service - three very different groups but all part of the big picture of FFA.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/f743/23/10/30/181129-2c006172-4580-46bd-9980-b31636a0c510.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Oct 2023 14:13:23 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS to Present "Anne of Green Gables"]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1832703</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1832703</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School will present their fall play, “Anne of Green Gables,” Nov. 3 and 4. Shows start at 7 p.m. each night.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/eed2/23/10/19/165814-9738ba8d-5ddd-43fb-9ffe-ddc4d99fbbb2.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Oct 2023 13:42:07 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Ticket Order Form for TKHS Play "Anne of Green Gables"]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1832726</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1832726</guid>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/f69b/23/10/19/173518-f215dd0f-463e-4356-b6a0-a85180544396.png" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Oct 2023 13:35:32 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Homecoming 2023 is a Win for the Community]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1823819</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1823819</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg’s 2023 homecoming scored a win with the TK community and a win for the Trojan football team.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/46db/23/10/03/133739-bbb8c2dc-8929-4723-97e5-99f84dec6dbd.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Oct 2023 09:40:36 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[‘Least we can do’: Thornapple Kellogg seniors continue cleanup tradition]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1823477</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1823477</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[MIDDLEVILLE, Mich. (WOOD) — A packed student section at a high school football game can leave behind quite a mess — but not at Thornapple Kellogg High School.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/87ca/23/10/02/202739-d56575cb-aedb-424e-b2f3-5e233f468f1f.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Oct 2023 16:28:05 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK to Host Parade, Festivities for Homecoming 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1818466</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1818466</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg Schools will celebrate homecoming Sept. 29 with a night filled with activities and celebrations of being a TK Trojan.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/8481/23/09/22/153820-1192b6e6-eca2-436a-bd00-d881af84c7ef.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 22 Sep 2023 11:38:37 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Student Council Joins United Way Day of Caring]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1816387</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1816387</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School Student Council members spent most of their day giving back to the community by participating in the United Way’s Day of Caring.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/cee3/23/09/19/143113-a08c6316-06d5-4801-ad13-2dc364ce59dd.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 19 Sep 2023 10:35:33 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Strong Bonds Remain Between Teachers and Students After 9-11]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1816380</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1816380</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[In a corner of Rachel Cobb’s high school classroom there is an almost forgotten audio visual three-shelf cart holding a bulky old television with cords running behind it attached to a DVD player and an analogue antenna. For the most part, this obsolete technology goes unnoticed in her classroom - except every Sept. 11.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/3dab/23/09/19/142825-3a57053d-a6d4-4dbe-8267-0a3727b5dca5.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 19 Sep 2023 10:28:59 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Students give thumbs-up to cooler classrooms, roomier cafeteria]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1812906</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1812906</guid>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/bcf8/23/09/12/194147-6f2e4eba-1c30-48db-9989-8e2866b79fd8.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 12 Sep 2023 15:42:05 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Class of 2024 Gathers for Last First Day]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1803534</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1803534</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[An hour before the first day of school even started, TK seniors wandered into the stadium and onto the field. Spreading blankets on the turf, they sat in groups to welcome each other back for their last first day of school and their senior sunrise.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/863b/23/08/25/133536-967b23ce-27b6-48ca-aed9-a39032286514.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 25 Aug 2023 09:39:37 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Student Council Advisor Earns Above and Beyond Award]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1803166</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1803166</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[High School math teacher and co-student council advisor Liz Ritsema earned the prestigious Shelley Erb Above and Beyond Award from the TK Education Association during Monday’s TK opening day celebration.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/42f1/23/08/24/181301-813cc22b-b67c-48cc-9958-d7a952c63cd0.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Aug 2023 14:14:18 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[New TKHS Dean of Students Ready to Meet Students]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1796618</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1796618</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Being around students is nothing new for Thornapple Kellogg High School’s new Dean of Students Sean McLaughlin. He’s had a long career in public education and actually retired after 36 years only to realize he wasn’t done helping students.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/4964/23/08/16/170903-c7f6998b-a761-4338-b6f7-1e8512f9b92a.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 16 Aug 2023 13:09:19 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Suggested School Supplies]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1783800</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1783800</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Please note this is a general supply list. Teachers will provide more details in their individual classes.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/051f/23/07/05/164558-d3e0e59e-921f-49d9-8458-eddc93de6660.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Jul 2023 15:20:36 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS 2023 Spring OK Gold All-Conference Athletes]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1777350</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1777350</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Fifteen Thornapple Kellogg High School spring student athletes earned 2023 OK Gold All-Conference awards. Six represent track and field, four represent soccer, two from softball and one each from baseball, golf, and tennis. Congratulations TK Trojans!]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/0393/23/06/14/164708-c5c84919-c08e-4333-9a63-dbb77a518d51.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 14 Jun 2023 12:47:26 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Class of 2023:  Celebrated, Empowered, and Inspired to Change the World]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1771165</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1771165</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[“Congratulations to the greatest class of all time - the class of 2023!” said Thea Zellmer as she raised her arms in celebration at the 2023 Thornapple Kellogg High School graduation ceremony.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/944b/23/05/26/160513-095f4842-bb7f-4ce9-9788-f03c8f22dadd.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 26 May 2023 12:11:05 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Food Eating Contest Raises Funds for Student Athletes]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1766940</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1766940</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[It took less than two minutes for TKHS freshman Blake Bossenberger to devour four breadsticks and be crowned the food eating champion at a fundraising contest.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/b38a/23/05/17/184443-4ade81fc-ed7e-4ea2-908c-6541f9babc02.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 17 May 2023 14:45:12 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Freshman Speeds into Rodeo Success]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1765032</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1765032</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Adalyn Cook has a need for speed but unlike many of her family members who love the thrill of race car driving, Adalyn prefers a different kind of horsepower. Her preference is the more natural kind of horsepower.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/2aab/23/05/12/185502-919412ed-3517-4714-8dfb-1d8e7a82e0ab.jpeg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 12 May 2023 14:55:59 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Senior Earns Youth Volunteer of the Year Honor]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1759042</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1759042</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Mia Dickman has sorted rooms filled with toys to give away at Christmas, planned the annual roofsit to raise funds for a community organization, hauled wheelbarrows full of mulch to spread at YMCA Camp Algonquin and helped teach younger students about philanthropy. And that’s just the short list of her many volunteer efforts.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/31f7/23/05/01/184317-5c238b52-2db2-4ae7-82fd-5671026ce0cf.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 01 May 2023 14:43:33 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Students Get Hands-On Learning with Day of Service]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1754833</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1754833</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Friday wasn’t a normal day of classroom lessons and hitting the books at TKHS. Instead, students rolled up their sleeves and got hands-on lessons about helping others, being good citizens within a community and giving back in different ways.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/8fd3/23/04/21/195257-1cd9db6d-0bc1-4ad1-9232-51394f024417.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 21 Apr 2023 15:56:56 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Students Gain Valuable Experience Through Mock Interviews]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1745696</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1745696</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Interviewing for a job can be a stressful experience for anyone and especially for students who haven’t had much, if any, experience. With the help of a host of volunteers from area companies and agencies, Thornapple Kellogg High School students got the chance to practice their skills and prepare for their future.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/3e7e/23/03/29/213625-b8c937df-d79f-401f-9c16-7095c55d4c4a.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 29 Mar 2023 17:38:02 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TATU Leaders Offer Strong Advice to Younger Students]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1745684</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1745684</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Several members of the Thornapple Kellogg High School Teens Against Tobacco Use (TATU) presented lessons to Page Elementary fourth graders to make healthy lifestyle choices and stay nicotine free.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/04dc/23/03/29/210810-0571a82d-3079-40f8-922d-84d8a84f81db.jpeg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 29 Mar 2023 17:08:28 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Jazz Band Earns Honors]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1742909</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1742909</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The Thornapple Kellogg High School Jazz Band has earned top honors at two college jazz festivals this year.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/a352/23/03/23/153033-52301844-122b-4aca-8319-f9c9055c4f24.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 23 Mar 2023 11:32:05 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Inducts 59 Members into National Honor Society]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1742867</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1742867</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School inducted 59 new members into the Elizabeth Thurber Chapter of the National Honor Society Thursday night.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/7296/23/03/23/145641-1fe06770-6907-4735-99ff-77a0c1c1b54a.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 23 Mar 2023 10:59:49 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Camaraderie, Competition and a Solo Spotlight Await BPA State Finalists]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1738247</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1738247</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[When Thornapple Kellogg High School students leave for the state BPA convention and competition this week, they know they’ll be representing their school in a professional manner and taking on leadership and responsibility roles.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/52bd/23/03/13/182011-94a6c0f1-189d-4326-a3cc-7cc00a35357e.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Mar 2023 14:20:41 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Athletes Earn All Conference Honors]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1738242</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1738242</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Several Thornapple Kellogg High School athletes in winter sports earned All-Conference honors in the OK Gold Conference and the SWMSC Conference. Thirteen students from five sports earned the all-conference awards while another six athletes earned honorable mention awards.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/c8b6/23/03/13/181601-fcc17de0-2870-49d7-a6d0-51209600bf7a.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Mar 2023 14:18:11 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Career Fair Helps Prepare Students for Future]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1734724</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1734724</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Students couldn’t help but think about their futures as they wandered through the 40-plus company, college and trade school booths set up in the high school gymnasium for the third-annual career fair. It’s an event aimed at making sure students know they have options and opportunities.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/d908/23/03/09/162915-931bde14-c25f-4dd9-8e83-cc6e2a956a6d.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Mar 2023 11:30:54 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Tickets on Sale Now for "Shrek - The Musical"]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1729711</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1729711</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Don't miss the TKHS performances of "Shrek the Musical," at 7 p.m. March 2, 3, and 4. All pre-purchase tickets will be done on-line this year and you don't want to miss your chance to see this highly-entertaining, funny, and family-friendly show!]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/3ade/23/02/24/172049-762667cb-90ce-49df-902b-073b045a28c6.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 24 Feb 2023 12:21:06 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Students Help Local United Way Organization]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1729726</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1729726</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School students are joining forces with Barry County United Way this month to help support their community. Students in Cary Saxton’s Advanced Placement Language and Composition class are organizing the efforts with a fundraiser dubbed Trojans Through Time where the students aid past, present, and future Trojans.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/cfcc/23/02/24/173906-486ce143-9a7d-4da3-95ac-87b15b45775f.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 24 Feb 2023 12:39:46 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Art Students Earn Scholastic Art Honors]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1729720</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1729720</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Seven Thornapple Kellogg High School art students earned Scholastic Art Awards recently. Those students are:]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/c943/23/02/24/172856-65bb0022-4292-49cc-96a5-58ae8529bab8.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 24 Feb 2023 12:29:27 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Robotics Team Advances to Qualifying Round]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1726522</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1726522</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The TKHS robotics team competed at Jenison High School Feb. 11 showing great improvement from last month's competition and advancing to the qualifying round. TK coaches Bob Kaminski and Alex Robinson say they are proud of the team, all their hard work, and their accomplishments.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/262f/23/02/17/152408-f5d231a6-ee2b-42b1-b505-9fe5cece2285.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Feb 2023 10:24:26 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Hearts, Hoops, Smiles and Cheers Fill Special Olympics Tournament]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1726472</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1726472</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[When Thornapple Kellogg High School’s Special Olympics basketball team made their first basket of the game, the entire TK student body filling the stands erupted into cheers of support. The cheering was equally as loud when their opponent made their first basket and the cheers continued for every basket by either team throughout the game.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/13dd/23/02/17/145032-781f0636-44a2-48b8-8d77-2c28b04abceb.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Feb 2023 09:57:46 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Film Students Earn Honors]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1721019</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1721019</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Three TKHS film students earned honors at the recent Compass College High School Film Competition. Their films were named among the top 15 films in the annual competition that attracts short films created by students from around the state.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/74c9/23/02/07/164829-9d4b9829-4cd8-4158-b5b6-021ec8d4fd89.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2023 11:48:53 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK FFA Members Earn District Honors]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1719572</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1719572</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School FFA team members had a fantastic showing at their rookie experience at the District Leadership Development Contest at the Calhoun Area Career Center this week.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/b8a4/23/02/03/201044-c0f3ca86-736f-4ecd-b666-62de55b561a1.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2023 15:12:30 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Be a Patron of the TKHS Musical]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1718492</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1718492</guid>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/216f/23/02/02/152029-77ea47e4-fada-4069-8c27-379a3f7804b4.png" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2023 10:20:51 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[FFA Returns to Thornapple Kellogg High School]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1761657</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1761657</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[There hasn’t been an active FFA program at Thornapple Kellogg High school since the mid 1960’s, but that’s all changing this year.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/0db8/23/05/05/173510-2302967b-9b3d-438d-8b47-ee05dde10b9c.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 05 May 2023 13:38:26 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Announces First Semester Honor Roll]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1713496</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1713496</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to all of the students on the first semester TKHS honor roll. Keep up the great work!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2023 13:43:32 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS to Host FAFSA Assistance Night]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1711145</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1711145</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School will host a FAFSA completion night to assist families with completing the forms for federal and state aid to help pay for college. Seniors and senior parents are encouraged to attend 6-7:30 p.m. Feb. 7 in the auditorium.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2023 11:47:58 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Students Earn Honors at BPA Regional Contest]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1709477</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1709477</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School had a strong showing at the regional BPA competition Friday. All 10 students who competed at the BPA regional competition Friday earned placings in the top 10 of their fields and eight qualified to move on to the state BPA finals.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/5c82/23/01/16/190930-0d1b19b0-9e9e-4e3f-84eb-92095f042360.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2023 14:09:47 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Robotics Team Gets Boost from Grant and Local Donation]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1701019</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1701019</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School robotics team has received a big boost through support and a donation from Bradford White Corporation and a grant from the Wilson H. Craig Jr. fund through Barry Community Foundation.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/dc11/22/12/15/164831-1a77b39c-6072-4b84-88d7-843bb1176d0c.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2022 11:50:18 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS OK Gold All Conference Athletes Named]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1686690</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1686690</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[A dozen Thornapple Kellogg High School students were named as OK Gold All Conference athletes for the fall season, and five more were named as All Conference honorable mention.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/73c3/22/11/10/170908-8c37d6d9-8086-465b-9561-108c23bdb4fb.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Nov 2022 14:51:11 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS to Bring Two Performances of “Emma"]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1679948</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1679948</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School will present Jane Austen’s “Emma” in two performances Nov. 4 and 5. Each performance begins at 7 p.m. in the high school auditorium. Tickets are $5 for students and senior citizens and $7 for adults and may be purchased in advance at tkschools.org and will also be available at the door prior to each show.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/0cf9/22/10/28/142744-98bb67e1-e3d5-4a79-a1cb-08c9a20d0236.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Oct 2022 10:29:42 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Wins Johnny's Market School Spirit Contest]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1679944</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1679944</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[TKHS WON the Johnny's Market School Spirit contest and received a $1,500 check this week! Out of 22 schools, TK gathered 5,426 votes - almost 2,000 votes more than the nearest competitor! Principal Tony Petersen said the money will be used for student activities. Just shows what a great community we have supporting TK!  Thank you TK community for all your votes! And a huge thanks to Johnny's Markets  - with a location right here in Middleville - for supporting schools!]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/d818/22/10/28/142548-1cf5ec98-9005-4b83-b19b-1b1b140e4149.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Oct 2022 10:26:11 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Homecoming King and Queen Crowned]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1671522</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1671522</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Tyler Bushman and Anna Davis were crowned the 2022 Homecoming King and Queen in front of a packed stadium. All of the homecoming court couples were introduced at halftime of the game prior to the crowning of the king and queen.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/3df0/22/10/12/171259-4a0b7066-8acc-447f-9974-8c59bbef00c9.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2022 13:16:09 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Resource Officer Named Homecoming Grand Marshal]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1671513</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1671513</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Homecoming 2022 was a tremendous show of support and pride for the schools with many families, alumni and student organizations gathered for the evening. Stein has been instrumental in leading the district’s safety and security measures as well as teaching and preparing staff and students for emergency situations.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/4831/22/10/12/170524-15723601-9e70-480d-964a-fcb619b0eab2.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2022 13:08:57 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Grant Funds Purchase of Graphing Calculators for TKHS]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1668062</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1668062</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thanks to a $2,167 grant from the Barry Community Foundation’s Wilson H. Craig Jr. fund, Thornapple Kellogg High School students have new tools to use in their math classes. Mrs. VanOpstall was able to purchase graphing calculators to make sure each student in her class has access to one of the devices. The calculators are a valuable tool in understanding advanced math concepts.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/11a0/22/10/05/170302-8a2ae102-b0cb-445f-8502-a0626c17275c.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 05 Oct 2022 13:04:17 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[2022 Homecoming Court]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1666631</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1666631</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The 2022 Homecoming Court has been named and the king and queen will be crowned during the halftime celebrations of Friday night's homecoming game. The homecoming theme this year is "Hollywood." The parade starts at 5 p.m. Friday followed by tailgate festivities, the awarding of the TK Alumni Association Distinguished Alumni Award and the game starting at 7 p.m.  The Homecoming Dance will be held Saturday.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/53dc/22/10/03/174343-246be648-c67a-4592-b4d9-72eb0106f65d.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 03 Oct 2022 13:44:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Celebrates Homecoming Oct. 7]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1665857</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1665857</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[All TK Alumni and the TK community are encouraged and invited to attend the Oct. 7 Homecoming “Hollywood-themed” festivities and football game.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/edab/22/09/30/203556-0cc02f05-727c-40c8-b161-3e06fc348661.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Sep 2022 16:36:26 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Students Plan Mental Health Night at Football Game]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1660973</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1660973</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School’s Friday (Sept. 23) football game will shine a spotlight on mental health thanks to the efforts of the TKHS Mental Health Club and the Student Council.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/8f37/22/09/21/171057-38d6bd03-da06-44f7-83ed-51d9d6946f20.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2022 13:12:01 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Race Car Driver Claims Rookie of the Year Title]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1659871</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1659871</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg junior Nathan Koester has a need for speed - on the racetrack.  He’s quickly gaining a lot of success and attention. Koester is the 2022 Rookie of the Year in the Template Late Model cars and finished a highly respectable fourth place in points overall in the 15-race season.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/ec08/22/09/19/201156-5222de4f-87da-4961-8e0f-c641c2f865d1.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 2022 16:13:08 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Students Volunteer During United Way Day of Caring]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1658632</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1658632</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[In a flash, all the boxes, tubs and canisters filled with supplies were removed from the Camp Algonquin craft cabin and dust began to fly as students swept out the summer’s layers of dirt and debris.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/170b/22/09/16/161141-4bfe203b-eaa0-4251-a20e-c93bcb946cb1.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2022 12:16:19 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Seniors Gather Early for Last First Day]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1647121</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1647121</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The last first day of school.
Thornapple Kellogg High School seniors gathered before sunrise on the football field to watch the sun come up on their last first day of school and get the year off to a good start. Many will continue on to colleges or universities beyond high school, but this experience of sharing their last first day with their classmates will be one they say they’ll always remember.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/6b5e/22/08/24/170121-d22bc02e-56ad-4442-a0df-5afd67e94033.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 24 Aug 2022 13:03:58 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[22-23 Welcome Information/Letters]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1637387</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1637387</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 02 Aug 2022 11:28:04 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Recommended Supply Lists for TKHS Students]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1637374</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1637374</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[There are recommended supplies high school students will need. In addition, the English Department has also created a list of items needed.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 02 Aug 2022 11:12:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Registration Days Set]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1637372</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1637372</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Registration dates are as follows: 
August 15- Seniors 
August 16- Juniors 
August 17- Sophomores 
August 18- Freshman, New Students, Foreign Exchange Students 
Registration hours will be from 1 to 6 p.m. each day. If you cannot attend on the specified day, you may come during another registration day that works best for you. The offices will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on registration days.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 02 Aug 2022 11:05:02 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[2022-23 School Year Calendar]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1631450</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1631450</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2022 13:02:59 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Congratulations to TKHS Spring OK Golf All-Conference Athletes]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1628547</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1628547</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Fourteen TKHS athletes received OK Gold All-Conference honors in track & field, soccer, baseball, softball, golf and tennis. Five more athletes earned honorable mention honors.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/9d09/22/06/24/141049-c1543a82-2663-4155-a166-520988dde9cb.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 24 Jun 2022 10:13:10 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Middleton Receives Official Appointment to U.S. Naval Academy]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1618814</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1618814</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Honors, scholarships and recognitions of achievement in high school were bestowed upon Thornapple Kellogg High School Class of 2022 Tuesday night. One, very special honor, was officially awarded to Matthew Middleton.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/f923/22/05/25/183659-91fd4e0c-deae-4f48-98d5-4f54702734cf.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 25 May 2022 14:38:06 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Students are Mighty Successful at State MITES Competition]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1617356</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1617356</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School was well represented at the annual statewide MITES competition in Woodworking, Architectural Design, and Engineering.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/93cf/22/05/23/163818-4128152f-1168-45a1-ba2d-34997440c395.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 23 May 2022 12:43:19 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS to Host Graduation Ceremonies May 26]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1615953</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1615953</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School Class of 2022 will graduate May 26. The ceremony will begin at 7 p.m. in Bob White Stadium, weather permitting, and be moved into the large gymnasium if necessary.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/3d8d/22/05/19/154613-842fdc7f-f108-4a79-98ea-10ff80e02457.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 19 May 2022 11:46:33 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Students Use English Project to Thank Veterans]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1613998</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1613998</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Some lucky area veterans received cute cards of thanks and appreciation from TK students.  “I have a lot of veterans in my family and I just wanted to raise awareness and help younger students understand and appreciate what they‘ve done for us. I wanted them to know who veterans are and why they are important,” said Katie Burkhead who along with Morgan Hoffman organized the project.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/e6c5/22/05/16/164804-89a0e678-edec-40ab-bf45-77a20351a159.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 16 May 2022 12:48:38 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Student Athletes Will Continue Sports at Next Level]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1612523</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1612523</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Seventeen TKHS senior athletes plan to continue playing a sport in college and had a special unofficial signing day to celebrate their accomplishments. The student athletes represent 10 different sports.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/2212/22/05/12/145833-04eaf1ea-a173-4946-96b2-07d1275e5062.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 12 May 2022 11:45:40 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Names Top 10 Academic Students in Class of 2022]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1612485</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1612485</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School has announced the Top 10 academic students in the Class of 2022. These students are (in alphabetical order) Amanda Bond, Heidi Church, Evan Fabiano, Robert Holler Jr., Rachel MacKellar, Ryan MacKellar, Abigail Marcukaitis, Mieka McCormick, Matthew Middleton, and Drew Nathan.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/81cd/22/05/12/143635-80ace602-cba9-4211-9458-a9fedeb418f0.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 12 May 2022 10:47:46 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[New National Honor Society Members Honored]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1610540</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1610540</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School inducted 63 new members into the Elizabeth Thurber Chapter of National Honor Society Thursday night.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/3666/22/05/09/141243-d5a89f2a-0d80-4384-9c46-02b66f4ce1b3.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 09 May 2022 10:14:58 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Students Go Above and Beyond With English Assignment]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1607808</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1607808</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[What started out as a high school English class assignment, turned into so much more for two Thornapple Kellogg High School juniors.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/18bb/22/05/03/142342-bc23d13f-72da-4a35-9aaa-3237faf791c1.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 03 May 2022 10:26:14 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Career Fair is a Win-Win for Students and Employers]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1606268</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1606268</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Employers need workers.  Students need jobs, opportunities and career information. Bringing students and potential future employers together results in a win-win for all. That’s just what happened at Thornapple Kellogg High School Wednesday when more than 40 local and area businesses and organizations set up a career fair talking with high school juniors and seniors.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/85d8/22/04/29/165016-b1b0e6cd-1ab3-4ee5-9a8f-fafe05a69788.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 29 Apr 2022 12:55:20 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Students ‘Pound’ It Out in Adaptive PE Class]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1593051</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1593051</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[With the music blasting students drummed their ripstix on the mat beneath their feet, then held the ripstix high above their heads hitting them together to the rhythm of the music. The exercise routine, called Pound, gave students a complete cardio workout combined with a little stretching, strengthening, a rock-n-roll flair, and a whole lot of smiles!]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/dd97/22/03/31/172120-032e7b76-e593-41da-bf9a-e60239f839ac.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 31 Mar 2022 13:23:23 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Grad Encourages Students to Follow Their Dreams]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1592334</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1592334</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Just a few years ago, Whitney Hemmes was sitting in Jerry Robinson’s digital media production classes wondering if she could really pursue her dream of producing films. She came back to his class recently to assure high school students it is completely possible and that she’s living proof.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/fd77/22/03/30/155834-6b7c05a1-62ad-4419-86fb-cebc8e57ee51.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 30 Mar 2022 12:01:02 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Seniors Practice Interview Skills With Real Company Representatives]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1591673</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1591673</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Interviews today might not have landed Thornapple Kellogg High School seniors any jobs now, but teachers hope the experience they gained will help them get the jobs they want in the future.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/4bbb/22/03/29/153517-62021a9d-a5c9-40f1-8241-12f46f84864a.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Mar 2022 11:37:37 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Two TKHS BPA Students Earn Trips to National Competition]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1589349</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1589349</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Two Thornapple Kellogg High School students, Trevor Hummer and Kaden Hamming, will advance to the National Competition and Convention after earning state championship honors last weekend.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/99dd/22/03/23/183641-1038aad3-25c9-42c6-8e51-de252c9128e0.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 23 Mar 2022 14:37:48 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Teens  Deliver Strong Message to Younger Students]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1586672</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1586672</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[One by one, Page Elementary fourth-graders used their gloved hand to feel a blackened pig’s lung and watch as a high school student inflated the lung using a foot pump. One side of the lung plumped easily while the other side was used to show the effects of tobacco on the lungs.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/6ad6/22/03/17/155420-83b66d9e-1589-47d3-85c4-1d355f9377c5.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 17 Mar 2022 11:56:31 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Odyssey of the Mind Team Headed to World Finals]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1585123</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1585123</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg Schools welcomed Odyssey of the Mind teams from around the state this weekend for the state finals. Not only did TK Host the event, the district had seven teams competing at the state level and advanced one high school team to the World Finals Word Finals at Iowa State University in May.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/b628/22/03/14/143613-ac29146e-0221-4312-a25b-f2b9829ed9a1.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 14 Mar 2022 10:36:37 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[20 TKHS Winter Athletes Earn All-Conference Honors]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1584304</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1584304</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Several Thornapple Kellogg athletes earned All-Conference honors this year. In all, TK has 20 athletes earning All-Conference honors in winter sports and three more receiving honorable mention.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/4854/22/03/11/155152-dd89b359-39a1-4faf-9bab-a87a88cbfd15.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 11 Mar 2022 10:54:07 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Heidi Prior Hoops and  Hearts Tourney Filled with Cheers and Smiles]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1577784</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1577784</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School’s student section exploded into cheers when the first basket of Friday’s game was made and it wasn’t even for the home team.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/eb7c/22/02/28/220830-857daf65-4424-42b1-8e14-d9009ba6f5c7.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Feb 2022 17:10:18 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Student Art to be Displayed on Banners]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1575566</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1575566</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Four Thornapple Kellogg students will have their artwork displayed on banners in Middleville  this spring. The students submitted original artwork to the “Art in the Air” banner contest sponsored by the Thornapple Arts Council and the Middleville DDA.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/3ede/22/02/24/172549-8a169f7e-31f1-41df-8e24-e87089f03fa2.png" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Feb 2022 12:26:08 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Brings “Into the Woods” Onto the Stage]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1568578</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1568578</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School students are preparing for the spring musical “Into the Woods.” There will be three performances at the high school auditorium. Performances will start at 7 p.m. each night March 3, 4, and 5 and pre-sale tickets are now available to order.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/e4ec/22/02/10/203823-4f831326-9007-475c-971b-2c06d0e509d9.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Feb 2022 15:39:53 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Filmmakers Earn Festival Honors]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1567620</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1567620</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School was well represented with three student films among the top 15 in the Compass College of Film and Media High School Short Film Festival. Ava Hess, Gavin Czarnecki and Cameryn Ames each were named to the top 15 in the contest and earned $500 scholarships to Compass College.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/8b67/22/02/09/162548-6a89ad49-d404-4ad3-90c5-a66b27c9dd0b.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 09 Feb 2022 11:26:01 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK “Back to Creativity” With OM Success - 3 TKHS Teams Advance to State]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1566427</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1566427</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[After a year off because of COVID, Thornapple Kellogg Odyssey of the Mind teams stepped up this weekend in a big way advancing seven of the district’s nine teams to the state finals including three TKHS teams.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/d0f4/22/02/07/190555-f04257f4-84e2-4e43-b026-9a38a4285045.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 07 Feb 2022 14:16:45 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Art Students Earn Honors]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1560734</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1560734</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Several Thornapple Kellogg High School students earned honors in the annual Scholastic Art competition - one of the most prestigious art competitions in the country.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/f22d/22/01/28/164729-6aac713c-6781-4794-b7fa-b67d2e07695c.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Jan 2022 12:03:04 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Robotics Team Places at Tournament]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1560575</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1560575</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School Robotics team competed at the Plainwell VRC Tournament Jan. 22 and placed 10th out of 27 teams competing. The team is coached by Bob  Kaminski and  Alex Robinson. Team members are  Kyra Casteel, Gabrielle Haskin, Paris Hale, Evan Chinavare, Arian Kamble, Wraith Rehfeldt, Trevor Hummer, and Jacob  Swiderski.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/0577/22/01/28/141013-b0cf1309-be4d-4db8-87ca-b478739e8537.jpeg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Jan 2022 09:11:47 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Become a Patron of the TKHS Musical]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1560007</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1560007</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Save the date! You won't want to miss the March 3-5 TKHS performances of the musical "Into the Woods."  This is going to be an amazing, family-friendly show with a cast of extremely talented young performers. If anyone is interested in getting the best seats in the house and being a patron supporter of the musical, please fill out this form and return it to TKHS.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/f455/22/01/27/153038-2a13b87c-5325-4bf6-b30e-29aa5a9851d4.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Jan 2022 10:39:31 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Students Answer the Call for Blood Donations]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1559970</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1559970</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School students donated 48 pints of blood at a National Honor Society blood drive this week, potentially helping save as many as 144 lives. All day, students lined  up to roll up their sleeves and donate their blood to help others. Donation time slots were filled and students continued to add their names to a waiting list for the drive.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/68c2/22/01/27/145831-a82177b5-e23b-4ccf-9356-d3fe92dc757a.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Jan 2022 09:59:32 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK BPA Students Have Strong Showing at Regional Competition]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1557280</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1557280</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Five Thornapple Kellogg High School Business Professionals of America (BPA) students earned 13 placings at the regional contest this month at Davenport University.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/c447/22/01/21/201515-357eff8c-9e28-48b8-8861-a8ea9d147a5a.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 21 Jan 2022 15:19:25 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Creativity and Communication Needed for Beverage War Win]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1538923</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1538923</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The signs and advertisements for new beverages like Simplicitea, Identity Theft and other student creations cover the walls at Thornapple Kellogg High School. Their messages are bright and bold, and use lights and familiar faces to catch the attention of other students.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/567d/21/12/07/161608-97500d0e-73ab-4a7b-9037-178685e87bc8.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Dec 2021 11:21:10 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Art Department Ceramics Fundraiser]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1537727</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1537727</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Dec 2021 20:55:35 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Students Map Rise and Fall with Empire Autopsies]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1535596</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1535596</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[TKS world history students dug deep into research of ancient empires and created their own “Empire Autopsy” to better understand how these civilizations came to power and what caused their demise.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/c25a/21/12/01/162731-71e0e0d6-6104-4868-9647-4e2018aa6c48.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Dec 2021 11:29:53 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS National Honor Society Welcomes New Members]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1528121</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1528121</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School welcomed 61 new members into the Elizabeth Thurber Chapter of the National Honor Society Wednesday at a ceremony witnessed by family and friends. TKHS Principal Tony Petersen and Assistant Superintendent Craig McCarthy offered the new members praise and encouragement. “I’m proud of all of you and wish you all the best,” said Petersen noting the exceptional quality of the students seated on the stage.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/a638/21/11/12/150030-cad534e0-29a6-4751-bd82-cfd3f6e58440.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 12 Nov 2021 10:03:24 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Veterans Day Assembly 2021]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1527670</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1527670</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School is proud to continue the annual Veterans Day Assembly to honor all our military men and women and the sacrifices they've made for our country. Thank you Veterans.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Nov 2021 11:18:06 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Fall Athletes Earn Conference Honors]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1526152</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1526152</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Twenty-four Thornapple Kellogg High School fall athletes were honored recently for outstanding seasons in the OK Gold Conference. Fourteen athletes received All-Conference honors and 10 athletes earned the All-Conference Honorable Mention honors.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/a1e2/21/11/09/165926-bb7dda89-ec91-492d-b009-a81a4fd5232c.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 09 Nov 2021 12:04:37 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Ticket Reservation Form for TKHS Play "Our Town"]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1521144</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1521144</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 01 Nov 2021 11:37:10 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Students to Perform "Our Town"]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1518791</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1518791</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School students are excited to return to the stage and present two shows of Thornton Wilder’s play, “Our Town.” Performances will be at 7 p.m., Nov. 5 and 6 in the high school auditorium.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/b1ef/21/10/27/162129-93a71b84-0b96-440d-add4-2cf064801a55.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 27 Oct 2021 12:24:19 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[October TK Strong Leaders Recognized]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1517496</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1517496</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to the October TK STRONG Leaders Blake Wright, Jonah Schilthroat, Eli Fliearman, Ava Kruisenga, and Braden Sharrar. Peers nominate students for displaying the TK Strong characteristics of being Safe, Trustworthy, Respectful/Responsible, Ownership, Nice and Giving! They are TK STRONG!]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/f518/21/10/25/182447-954834e7-1cac-4d48-9a9c-aceefdbd949f.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Oct 2021 14:25:16 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Homecoming King and Queen Crowned]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1507512</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1507512</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School continued the tradition of crowing the Homecoming King and Queen at halftime of the football game. This year's royal couple are Matthew Middleton and Anna Benedict.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/e4c0/21/10/06/181637-9aa7d994-79cc-4193-a294-66931eebaf88.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 06 Oct 2021 15:30:28 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Teacher Honored for Excellence in Education]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1507485</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1507485</guid>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/d339/21/10/06/180711-15cac3dd-d062-46c6-abe4-a933eafd3235.png" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 06 Oct 2021 14:07:33 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Students Help Spread Hope in Day of Caring]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1497725</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1497725</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[With pitchforks, shovels, rakes, wheelbarrows, smiles and positive attitudes, Thornapple Kellogg High School Student Council members joined in Barry County United Way’s Day of Caring by spreading mulch and spreading hope.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/1c69/21/09/20/145728-93ea06a3-41b7-4598-b340-cbb4876b6b8d.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 20 Sep 2021 12:38:07 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Leadership Award Celebrates TK Strong Students]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1499235</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1499235</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Six Thornapple Kellogg High School students were honored today with the first of what will be monthly TK Strong Leadership Awards. The first honorees this year are Ava Hess, Gavin Czarnecki, Madilyn Chivis, Zoey Ring, Elizabeth Middleton, and Chase Dannenberg.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/140f/21/09/22/140239-92732966-452c-4703-9cb2-1acacf69018d.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 22 Sep 2021 10:03:15 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Students Participate in 9-11 Community Ceremony]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1495626</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1495626</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Although none of the high school students participating in Saturday’s 9-11 commemorative event were alive on that historic day, each played an important role in remembering the events and honoring all who died.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/bad9/21/09/15/182710-707ae3ea-fa61-4ba2-ad8f-f8a7d62ae79d.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Sep 2021 14:30:45 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Toxic Spill Lesson Challenges Physics Students]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1487996</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1487996</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[TK students to the rescue! Well – at least in a high school physics class simulated activity.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/cd26/21/09/01/214035-9957d4ee-80d8-4a11-b778-d1e37240b754.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Sep 2021 17:42:01 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Teachers Honored for Going Above and Beyond]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1486746</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1486746</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Three teachers were honored with the Shelley Erb “Above and Beyond Award” given annually by the Thornapple Kellogg Education Association. Erb is a retired first-grade teacher whose endless energy and enthusiasm for teaching is the inspiration for the award given annually to a teacher who goes above and beyond what’s expected.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/1aff/21/08/31/162105-914bf503-53f2-4c01-a39c-c63509fb8bb0.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 31 Aug 2021 12:21:38 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Seniors Gather for Last First Day of High School]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1482807</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1482807</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School seniors didn’t just show up for their last first day of school – they showed up nearly an hour early! Several members of the Class of 2022 gathered about 6:30 a.m. in Bob White Stadium to watch the sun rise on what they all hope is a great last year at TK.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/9629/21/08/24/180313-963fd817-93bc-4438-bd1a-d8349f884a31.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 24 Aug 2021 14:06:32 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Mr. Petersen's Welcome Back 21-22 Info]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1476468</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1476468</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Aug 2021 12:08:54 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Registration Dates for 2021-22 School Year]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1475599</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1475599</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Aug 2021 09:13:49 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Student Mental Health Concerns]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1389270</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1389270</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Jan 2022 14:20:35 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[New TKHS Assistant Principal Ready to Make a Difference for Kids]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1471369</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1471369</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[New TKHS Assistant Principal Tony Bush said he was attracted to TK because of the historical excellence of the district and the small-school feeling. “I’m ready to help make a difference in the lives of students and help mentor them to be successful.”]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/da42/21/08/03/130233-41def5a2-4eb4-4559-a6fc-e3ed5a3cce94.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Aug 2021 09:03:05 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Filmmakers Earn Awards]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1456399</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1456399</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Five Thornapple Kellogg High School film students took six prizes at the recent Meijer Great Choices Film Festival. The student public service announcements were judged among more than 350 entries submitted from around the state.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/13f3/21/06/14/145636-9f6b254c-33ec-49be-becf-29d37187b2b6.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 14 Jun 2021 10:58:47 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[2021-22 School Year Calendar]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1453774</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1453774</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 07 Jun 2021 16:54:01 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Class of 2021: The One That Survived A Pandemic and Learned Lessons of a Small Town]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1449410</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1449410</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The TKHS Class of 2021 had to overcome many obstacles to get to graduation so it was only fitting that there would be a few bumps in the road for Thursday night’s ceremony.  Originally scheduled to start at 7 p.m., the ceremony was moved forward one hour to avoid potential heavy rains. Still, strong winds blew off graduation caps, swirled national honor society stoles and whipped tassels around graduates’ faces.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/1d12/21/05/28/144038-7cd35d0c-02d9-473e-ab5a-38c532b09d81.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 28 May 2021 10:47:10 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Seniors Earn Numerous Scholarships and Awards]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1448146</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1448146</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Despite quarantines, remote and virtual learning, and numerous changes in place throughout the year, members of the Class of 2021 thrived and succeeded. Tuesday night, the class members were recognized for their achievements at the annual Senior Honor Awards Night. In addition to announcing recipients of numerous scholarships, students were also recognized for success from the various high school academic departments including athletic honors and awards.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/3e6d/21/05/26/175821-160960a7-b1a7-4e40-b216-998138544390.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 26 May 2021 14:08:08 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Class of 2021 Cruise Set for May 21]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1444694</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1444694</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The TKHS Class of 2021 Cruise, sponsored by the Middleville Lions Club, will start at 7:30 p.m., Friday, May 21. The parade start time was moved back a half hour from the original planned time to accommodate some TK athletes who will be in competition Friday night.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/87b9/21/05/20/191023-3ea518ed-a7bb-4b20-90de-80c0686dd979.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 20 May 2021 15:10:40 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Career Fair Brings Students and Employers Together]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1442644</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1442644</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[A few fortunate Thornapple Kellogg High School students walked away from school last week with jobs for the future – hired on the spot during a high school job/career fair. Others walked away with a wealth of knowledge about job and career possibilities in the area.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/a9e5/21/05/18/151157-765907b8-6893-463e-bce4-7e7f90a0f7ba.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 18 May 2021 11:15:09 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Five TKHS Filmmakers Named as Top 10 Finalists]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1440574</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1440574</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Five Thornapple Kellogg High School students learned their public service announcement videos are among the top 10 videos in their specific category in the Meijer Great Choices Film Festival.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/0518/21/05/14/140729-cdd68625-77d8-4b1c-9454-cf2eacbf7b16.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 14 May 2021 10:08:03 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Announces Top Students in Class of 2021]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1439835</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1439835</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School is preparing for the graduation of the 217 members of the Class of 2021 and recently honored the top 10 academic students in the class.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/50a6/21/05/13/143005-98b504c0-32f7-4b02-a0f2-a2188a9126b7.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 13 May 2021 10:30:47 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Class of 2021 Leaves Lasting Imprint]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1437567</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1437567</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School seniors are literally leaving their mark on their high school and want future classes to understand the hand they’ve had in helping continue school pride, class and traditions – even in a pandemic year.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/2b52/21/05/10/160437-e5d9d984-8ef2-48d3-8a1a-89b7e549ed45.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 10 May 2021 12:07:37 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Three Seniors Named March Rotary Students of the Month]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1440104</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1440104</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Three TKHS seniors were honored as the March Rotary Students of the Month.  They are Brennan Lutz, Mitchell Middleton and Sam Morton.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/4534/21/05/13/173918-e9d98e41-87ab-454e-85b2-227dd663c254.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 14 May 2021 09:22:37 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Students Commit to Sports in College]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1436037</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1436037</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Fifteen Thornapple Kellogg High School student athletes will continue playing a sport in their college career.  Most of the athletes have already signed letters of intent with their colleges. The high school hosted a signing day celebration for all of the athletes and their families Thursday.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/2fc1/21/05/06/195726-db41f6db-78a8-4953-9542-d73bb8066738.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 10 May 2021 15:58:33 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Has 26 Students Named All-Conference in Winter Sports]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1425557</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1425557</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Twenty-six Thornapple Kellogg High School athletes were named OK Gold All-Conference athletes. The students represent boys and girls basketball, boys and girls bowling, wrestling, competitive cheer and swimming and diving. The wrestling team led the school with nine members earning the All-Conference honors. Congratulations to all our student athletes.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/5f82/21/04/20/152337-6f6dc91f-b707-401c-986e-98f987895c60.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Apr 2021 11:28:02 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Virtual Job Interviews Provide Real-Life Lesson]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1416136</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1416136</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Using their computer and linking up for meetings or classes is nothing new for high school students these days. But for many, a virtual job interview was a first. About 120 TKHS seniors were able to have that experience this week as part of an English assignment.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/38bc/21/04/01/143028-5fd7c3b3-d56d-4f62-b14e-c4c03feb1b67.jpeg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 01 Apr 2021 10:41:05 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Mourns Loss of Assistant Principal Kevin Remenap]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1420327</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1420327</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School staff and students and the entire TK Community are mourning the loss of assistant principal Kevin Remenap.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/c0ce/21/04/12/133008-5c8a6276-a441-4a53-a9f5-2eab84eeba56.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Apr 2021 09:30:28 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Food Service: TKHS P-EBT Notification]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1420668</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1420668</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Apr 2021 14:06:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Mental Health Break Offers a Chance to Just Be Kids]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1414403</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1414403</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Although their smiles were still hidden behind face masks, the laughter from a group of students playing “Apples to Apples” was a sure sign they were having fun. Sounds of students singing karaoke in a nearby classroom echoed down the hallways and into the classrooms.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/9eb8/21/03/29/180326-a82c9918-7f8a-45ad-aa77-ef378eeb5848.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Mar 2021 14:09:45 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Two BPA Students Qualify for Nationals]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1413198</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1413198</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[TKHS students Caedon Zube and Kaden Hamming qualified for the national BPA competition after achieving high marks at the state contest. TKHS student Gavin Denman also is serving as a state officer this year and was an important part of the BPA state virtual conference. He will also be attending the virtual national conference as a voting delegate.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/3151/21/03/26/143935-f9e6f3fb-d03b-47bd-95ef-a46c4e3ffdb8.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 26 Mar 2021 10:40:34 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[School Calendar Set for 2021-22 Year]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1406671</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1406671</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 15 Mar 2021 14:27:22 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Senior Earns OM Scholarship]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1406366</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1406366</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Ellie Essenberg has received one of the state’s Odyssey of the Mind scholarships. She has been a member of OM teams for eight years and an unofficial coach for four years. “I poured my heart and thousands of hours into Odyssey of the Mind which led my teams and I to compete in three world finals competitions. The friends that I made and the skills that I built over those eight years are the reason that I am who I am today,” said Ellie.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/9e18/21/03/15/143828-1357469e-80c5-4800-bca2-2179acb255d5.jpeg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 15 Mar 2021 10:43:48 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[NHS Donates Toys to Children's Hospital]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1396052</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1396052</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The TKHS National Honor Society toy drive for Helen DeVos Children's Hospital was a huge success. Several handmade blankets, piles of coloring books, numerous boxes of crayons and colored pencils, dolls, toys and games will all help lift the spirits of young patients while they stay at the hospital. Pictured are NHS officers Reese Verlinde, Annabelle Rickert, Ellie Rogers, and Caedon Zube.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/6157/21/02/26/194824-b49d949b-dc2a-46ab-8d24-b0f3da7e5214.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 26 Feb 2021 14:50:01 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS  Presents “The Addams Family Jr.”  Musical]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1396040</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1396040</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School will present the musical “The Addams Family Jr.” March 3, 4, 5 and 6. Each show starts at 7 p.m. in the high school auditorium.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/96ac/21/02/26/193541-3b775550-f066-409f-b167-eec976d08158.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 26 Feb 2021 14:38:08 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Students Donate Food to United Way]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1395948</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1395948</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Even in these difficult times, TK students and this TK community showed overwhelming generosity again! TKHS Student Council conducted a food drive recently with all items to be donated to Barry County United Way or the local food pantries in Barry County. In one week, students brought in 1,892 food items and donated $1,295.45 in cash.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/33b3/21/02/26/184145-e93a3ba0-4726-4e03-ac8e-ae92445dece1.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 26 Feb 2021 13:42:07 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Mental Health Wellness Team Discusses Program on WGVU]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1394997</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1394997</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Members of the TKHS Mental Health Wellness team joined radio host Shelley Irwin on WGVU Thursday morning to talk about mental health awareness and what the school is doing to help students. The group was represented in the interview by high school student Cassidy Dole, Principal Tony Petersen, counselor Ross Lambitz, and English teacher Scott Aldrich.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Feb 2021 14:07:22 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Students Turn Wood Projects Into Funding for New Club]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1380144</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1380144</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Student-made deck chairs are lined up in a row in the TK High School wood shop. In another corner, a line of cutting boards are being sanded, oiled and packaged for sale.  Both projects, made by woods students in the production class, will benefit a new TKHS mountain bike club]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/1b58/21/02/03/180131-1623cdaa-beac-465e-b4d0-c710ff12c4fc.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2021 13:04:59 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Senior Overcomes Jitters to Roll Perfect Game]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1380110</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1380110</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Michael Willshire thought he blew it. Shaking and trying to control his nerves, he knew immediately when he released his bowling ball in the 11th frame that it wasn’t good and he may have just blown his chance at a perfect game. But he was wrong. The ball hit just enough of the mark to topple all the pins for the 11th time in the game for the high school senior.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/a5df/21/02/03/174506-61680fa2-6102-4ec5-a8fa-d30f31d27ca2.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2021 12:47:18 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Students Earn BPA Honors]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1375924</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1375924</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[All four Thornapple Kellogg High School students who entered the Business Professionals of America regional competition earned high placings and will be eligible to advance to state competition. One other TKHS student, Gavin Denman, has been spending the past year serving on the State Executive Council for BPA as the State Parliamentarian. As an officer, he is not eligible to compete.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/ee05/21/01/28/211711-6b412542-89c7-46a3-953a-32d0135ee5b6.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2021 16:22:32 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Inducts NHS Members]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1374611</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1374611</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The TKHS National Honor Society induction of new members couldn’t be held in person due to COVID restrictions, but a virtual ceremony was held to honor students. The Elizabeth Thurber Chapter of NHS inducted 66 new members this month bringing the total membership in the chapter to 126.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/8d09/21/01/27/150256-65e88d9b-7780-4d4e-8f15-3fcb0a881e76.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2021 10:03:24 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Society of Women Engineers Honors Two TK Students]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1366376</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1366376</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Two Thornapple Kellogg High School students received the Society of Women Engineers Certificate of Merit provided by Michigan Tech. Senior Carly Snyder and junior Heidi Church recently received this honor for their excellent work in the science and math fields.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/e773/21/01/13/154222-1dfcb561-3502-4902-9c2f-2320a7ca6186.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2021 10:42:38 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Continues Annual Veterans Day Program]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1336691</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1336691</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The 10th annual Thornapple Kellogg High School and community Veterans Day message had to be delivered in a different way this year, but the message was still the same – thank you to all veterans. Because of COVID-19, the gymnasium couldn’t be filled with students, community members and veterans Instead, the dedication and recognition had to be done via video production. Still, the heartfelt thanks and appreciation for those who served came through loud and clear as high school students all watched this video from their classrooms Wednesday morning.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/d6fe/20/11/11/180802-081399f1-883f-4fb6-bbef-d7e6b507f54d.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2020 13:08:20 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Senior Earns National Recognition]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1336982</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1336982</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School senior Caedon Zube was selected for the College Board National Rural and Small Town Recognition Program. He earned the honor because of his high academic achievements and his performance on the PSAT.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/da5b/20/11/12/011116-364b3c79-4d8b-4761-8e49-29b4351ca666.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2020 20:12:15 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[The Show Must Go On!]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1331536</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1331536</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[With limited audiences, TKHS theater students are ready to perform the fall play “Little Women” Nov. 6 and 7. Senior cast and crew members are excited to be able to perform, but admit it’s a little bittersweet knowing the experience isn’t the same.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/1687/20/11/04/180547-c1ae7133-fc09-48aa-9e21-193c40c1ca4d.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2020 07:46:05 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Crowns 2020 Homecoming King and Queen]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1329030</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1329030</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The TKHS Homecoming King and Queen were crowned in front of the bright lights of the MiTK News studio as every classroom in the high school tuned in to watch the live stream production. Cheers echoed through the hallway as Lila Nelson and Jackson LaJoye donned their crowns.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/7cb8/20/10/30/211552-58b5dcdf-5e63-43e1-8c5f-e33ae0eea783.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2020 17:17:27 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS “Halloweek” Includes Crowning Homecoming Court]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1323972</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1323972</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[TKHS Student Council is getting creative this year and thinking outside the box to come up with a week of celebration. Rather than a homecoming week this year the TKHS students will enjoy “Halloweek.” Some activities will be the same as a traditional homecoming week including crowning of the homecoming king and queen and naming of the court, a virtual student assembly, and special dress up days.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/20d9/20/10/23/191415-eeb39118-2dfc-4da7-8afb-918d97315866.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2020 15:15:08 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Swimmer Remembered]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1323676</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1323676</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Lane three in the swimming pool was left empty during Thursday night’s 100-yard breaststroke event at the DK-TK-Hastings vs. Wayland swim meet. It would have been Lydia Cole’s lane and the breaststroke was her specialty. Lydia, a Thornapple Kellogg High School junior, died in January 2020 after being diagnosed with cancer in May 2019.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/55fe/20/10/23/163302-00fa5ac6-731a-47e9-a3ea-8e395a1f9d8e.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2020 12:36:53 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Equestrian Team Places 3rd in State]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1319912</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1319912</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Members of the TKHS Equestrian team placed third in the state finals at Midland the past weekend. This is the first time in many years the team has advanced to the state level. Congratulations to the team and representing TK!]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/f5ec/20/10/19/150159-2eaccb44-368c-4987-b10d-6dd89438c426.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2020 11:02:17 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Order Your TK Yearbook]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1291341</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1291341</guid>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/a8e9/20/09/08/131014-ab8eff78-1b75-4b01-9fc2-adba6d950b5b.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2020 09:11:14 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Class of 2020  - Drive-In Graduation]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1262848</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1262848</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Watch the TKHS Class of 2020 as they take part in the unique drive-in graduation ceremony more than four months after schools shut down because of COVID-19.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2020 17:41:56 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Class of 2020 Graduation – One for the History Books]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1257563</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1257563</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[From the time they entered high school, high school English teacher Tricia Rickert said the Class of 2020 had a reputation as a class that wanted to do things their own way. They certainly did that in a big way Thursday night (July 16) celebrating their graduation with the first-ever TK  drive-in graduation ceremony.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/bd89/20/07/17/175558-cec519f4-3d05-4b09-8493-e4e1b2877e4b.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2020 14:00:38 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Plans Drive-In Commencement Program]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1255352</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1255352</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School Class of 2020 will participate in graduation ceremonies at 7 p.m. July 16. The drive-in commencement program will allow one car per graduate to attend in the north parking lot of the high school.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/0c94/20/07/13/144752-5986db0b-fc97-4122-b1fe-d5876c8eaed7.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2020 10:48:06 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Summer Brain Gain Courses Available]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1247559</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1247559</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Kent Intermediate School District is offering free, two-week Summer Brain Gain courses for all students kindergarten through 12th grade. Sign up online now.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2020 17:18:24 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Work Permits!]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1246856</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1246856</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Blank work permits will be on the rack located in the main entrance vestibule area. Work Permit pick up, or school approval on a completed permit can be done anytime during the following scheduled summer hours:  
Monday-Thursday 7:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Closed the week of June 29]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2020 13:59:56 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Main Office Summer Hours]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1246824</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1246824</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Monday - Thursday
7:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Closed the week of June 29th]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2020 13:29:47 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Writers Earn County Honors]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1246007</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1246007</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Seven Thornapple Kellogg High School students won honors from the Barry Community Foundation Write Away Contest open to all high school students in the county. The top three winners in four categories were announced in late May.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2020 11:50:14 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Seniors Earn Awards and Recognition]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1241589</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1241589</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Several senior awards and recognitions were announced during a Live Stream video on MiTK News YouTube channel Wednesday night. This is a list of senior awards, scholarships and recognitions including those presented Wednesday night as well as those announced through Thornapple Area Enrichment Foundation earlier.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2020 11:10:37 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Announces Senior Awards]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1241380</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1241380</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Although the Class of 2020 wasn't able to gather together as usual for the Senior Honors program this year, the awards were announced during a live streaming program June 3. Congratulations to all of the seniors and their accomplishments.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2020 20:39:36 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Sets Graduation Date and Virtual Honors Night]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1240944</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1240944</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Two major events for the Class of 2020 have been scheduled. The Honors Night will be held as a live virtual event at 7 p.m. June 3. Graduation will take place July 16.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2020 13:40:58 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Band and Choir Students Earn Honors]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1239608</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1239608</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Several honors were awarded recently to outstanding students in the TKHS bands and choirs.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/d054/20/06/01/210916-0c79c953-344a-4134-9d79-9de5b735e1e8.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2020 17:13:29 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Tribute to Senior Members of TKHS Choirs]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1237993</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1237993</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to the TK Concert and Honors Choir Graduating Class of 2020. While we might not have ended the year the way we would have liked, but we have had many great memories together! Enjoy this Tribute where the seniors share about their high school experiences and future plans.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/e0b5/20/05/29/170057-a84f158e-2d20-46ca-ad24-2a35760a0a3e.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2020 16:31:04 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Film Students Bring Home Honors]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1233921</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1233921</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Four Thornapple Kellogg High School students received awards at the Meijer Great Choices Film Festival. The winning 30-second public service announcements were announced via a virtual ceremony this week.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2020 11:44:05 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Seniors Reminded They Are TK Strong!]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1228053</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1228053</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[TK seniors came back to school May 13 - two months since the COVID-19 virus abruptly ended their senior year as they knew it. They came back to pick up their graduation invitations, caps and gowns even though they still don’t know when or how they’ll be able to have any kind of graduation ceremony.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/4029/20/05/13/223931-86e871f9-c8ec-4f5f-809d-cff62bf596aa.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2020 18:43:43 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Athletes Continue Sports at the Next Level]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1227039</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1227039</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Fourteen Thornapple Kellogg High School athletes will continue their athletic careers at the college level. We want to congratulate each of these student athletes for their accomplishment and wish them all the best.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/b2db/20/05/12/191735-53179ac9-4087-443c-95bc-cc99c6e25ccd.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2020 15:17:47 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Announces Class of 2020 Top 10 Seniors]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1226988</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1226988</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School has announced the Top 10 students in the Class of 2020. This year’s class includes 231 members. The top 10 students (in alphabetical order by last name) are: Holly Bashore, Makayla Beardsley, Audrey Johnson, Claire Middleton, Matthew Newhouse, Cora Siuda, Ashley Snyder, Andrew Tuokkola, Zane Walters, Owen Woods.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/807c/20/05/12/181807-0b950dcd-2d86-447d-a37b-3a6efbc0bf58.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2020 14:26:13 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Filmmakers Named as Top 10 Finalists]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1225186</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1225186</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Four Thornapple Kellogg High School filmmakers recently learned they are top 10 finalists in the Meijer Great Choices Film Festival. The film festival has six different categories with top 10 student-created public service announcements honored in each category.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/d951/20/05/08/202338-0a6968b3-7db2-4455-8ccf-f37d9ac14782.jpeg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2020 16:25:49 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Senior Creates Nationally-Awarded Ad Concept]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1225147</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1225147</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[TKHS senior Grace Densham loves contests and she’s no stranger to taking on a new challenge. When she spotted a contest notification on the whiteboard in her high school English classroom earlier this year, she inquired about it. The contest wasn’t part of the work included in her class, but it caught her eye and she couldn’t pass up the opportunity.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/f3d2/20/05/08/195301-c3ebdef7-f148-4680-a902-929a15992132.png" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2020 15:53:44 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Named as a 2020 Best High School in Nation]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1215633</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1215633</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School was named as a 2020 Best High School in the nation based on rankings published today by the U.S. News and World Report. To be included in the Best High Schools list, schools had to be ranked in the top 40 percent of all high schools in the country.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/6d69/20/04/23/193124-17b0b9cb-99f9-4e8e-b820-c388b6306a1d.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2020 15:32:06 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Students To Perform “Once Upon A Mattress”]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1170419</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1170419</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[For months Thornapple Kellogg High School students have been rehearsing and preparing for their upcoming spring musical, “Once Upon a Mattress.” The show is based on the famous fairy tale “The Princess and the Pea.” Performances are at 7 p.m. March 5, 6 and 7. Tickets are $5 for students and $7 for adults.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/772f/20/02/24/171635-efd89d35-21fa-40ca-bf5b-512ffcec4bec.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Sep 2024 09:14:01 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[11 OM Teams Compete at Regionals; 6 Advance to State]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1167921</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1167921</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg Schools were well represented with 11 teams at the regional Odyssey of the Mind competition in Wayland last weekend. The district will again be well represented by six teams advancing to the state finals March 14 hosted at TK Schools.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/6c88/20/02/19/150440-8e21e9c8-024c-4eee-ac51-e4512b54fe05.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Feb 2020 10:07:15 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Students Continue the Circle of Giving]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1165854</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1165854</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Philanthropy isn’t a word most fifth-graders use often. But it is a word they fully understand now and have practiced themselves with the help of the Circle of Giving project through the Barry Community Foundation’s Youth Advisory Council. “Philanthropy is giving people your time, talents and treasures to help other people,” said fifth-grader Collyn Genther.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/829a/20/02/13/211251-6da54cf1-b65c-4960-94b0-520636b5431c.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2020 16:17:02 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Students Get Lesson in Life]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1153376</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1153376</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[How much does it cost to rent an apartment? Do I need a roommate? How much can I afford to spend on a new vehicle? Or maybe I just need a good used vehicle? How do I save money for the future?]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/7096/20/01/23/194113-6e419fc6-bded-4ab8-8944-caa6f29c8d70.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2020 14:44:49 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Art Students Earn Scholastic Art Awards]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1151802</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1151802</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Eight Thornapple Kellogg High School art students earned nine Scholastic Art awards. Samantha Barton earned gold in printmaking and silver in ceramics; Grace Densham - gold in sculpture; McKenzie Cooper - silver in photography; Abbie Numeric - silver in photography; Anna Timm - silver in printmaking; Julianna VanMeter - silver in painting; Audrey Johnson - honorable mention in photography; and Anna Miller - honorable mention in drawing/illustration.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/4d82/20/01/21/183937-b7caba97-c9bd-4fb6-b946-6a1e22a1491c.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2020 13:41:13 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Several TKHS Students Advance to State BPA Competition]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1151678</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1151678</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School will be well represented at the BPA State Finals in Grand Rapids March 20-22. The high school had 12 students attend the regional contest at Davenport University in January with eight students advancing to the state contest in 12 categories.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/672d/20/01/21/173756-a1f7b4aa-b573-4558-8c2e-6f1378faad36.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2020 12:39:24 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[HS Students Turn Wood into Classroom Treasures]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1138190</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1138190</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Give high school students a block of wood and watch them turn it into unique and personalized crayon holders for elementary teachers. Thornapple Kellogg High School woods students did just that and the results were impressive and much appreciated by teachers.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/4123/19/12/12/180833-304f9d9d-8c15-4b5c-9c86-9318fd480cda.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Dec 2019 13:13:13 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Half a T-Shirt Leads Texas Oil Worker to TK Kindness]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1135192</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1135192</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[A simple email to Thornapple Kellogg High School from a man working on an oil rig in Texas reminds us all of how far kindness spreads even if we never know it.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/e4f9/19/12/06/194831-2618a24b-ee46-46ca-b3d8-e00d3056c632.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 06 Dec 2019 14:49:02 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Grant Gives Art Students a Skeleton Model]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1125715</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1125715</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School art students were able to capture delicate details in their drawings of skeletons with the help of a life-like skeleton model. The model was purchased by art teacher Tonya Woods thanks to a grant from the Thornapple Area Enrichment Foundation. The skeleton enables students to have an anatomically-correct model for referencing how the bones are all connected, their shapes and positioning. They also can visually inspect how the joints are formed and move.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/4a76/19/11/15/200426-3079f52b-9f63-47ee-8403-677ac5f534c3.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 15 Nov 2019 15:06:23 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Students Pay Respect to Veterans]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1122770</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1122770</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[When nearly 1,000 high school students become so quiet you can hear a pin drop, you know something important has their attention.  Monday morning’s annual TK and Community Veterans Day program got their attention and their respect for the veterans attending. When a moment of silence was requested for all veterans who never made it home, there wasn’t a sound until two trumpets echoed “Taps.”]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/94ff/19/11/11/215437-f21ab8e5-054c-46bc-bf2c-c219e5122a67.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 11 Nov 2019 17:00:04 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Battle of the Buildings Returns Nov. 13]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1120152</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1120152</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[TK bragging rights are one the line in the annual Battle of the Buildings Nov. 13. Members from each building within the district will compete in fun (and sometimes goofy) basketball competitions.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/4ae1/19/11/06/172306-5a25b596-2a43-41b2-8303-a22634a8565c.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 06 Nov 2019 12:29:22 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Inducts 68 New NHS Members]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1119690</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1119690</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School inducted 68 new members into the Elizabeth Thurber Chapter of the National Honor Society Monday night. The six seniors and 62 junior classmen bring the chapter total membership to 120.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/1419/19/11/05/205008-e43bc9cb-3fd1-4f7f-b0b1-3f0423d00eb5.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Nov 2019 15:50:28 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Ninth Annual Veterans Day Program]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1118354</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1118354</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Will be heldat 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 11  at TKHS Gymnasium.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/0ec6/19/11/04/161720-e9d1fb69-12f5-45ea-99ba-01f11555bc7d.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Nov 2019 15:51:46 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Reservation Forms Available For TKHS Play]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1117381</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1117381</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 01 Nov 2019 13:14:03 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Students to Present “Pride and Prejudice”]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1117379</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1117379</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[This year’s TKHS fall play is “Pride and Prejudice” based on the novel by Jane Austen. Performances are at 7 p.m. Nov. 8 and 9. Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for students and senior citizens.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/cce5/19/11/01/171124-570029e7-6d96-4d6f-92c1-d50f294acb52.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 01 Nov 2019 13:11:43 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Swim Program Hopes to Help Teammate Kick Cancer]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1111591</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1111591</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[By Brett Bremer -- Friday, 18 Oct, 2019
It is a swim tradition mostly reserved for the guys. Guys gather with hair buzzers and Bic razors to shave their heads (and sometimes more) for high school conference and state championship meets – doing whatever it takes to shave even a hundredth of a second off their times.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/85ec/19/10/23/195114-4687e7aa-2538-446a-9df2-3d3a36dd5f1d.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 23 Oct 2019 15:52:05 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Golf Team Takes 8th in State]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1110046</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1110046</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The TKHS golf team earned an 8th-place finish at the state finals. The team was led by Paige Willette who tied for 41st individually during the two-day event.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/5cca/19/10/21/222120-d35f9c47-0605-4df7-9b6f-eaddd4a4bb54.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 21 Oct 2019 18:21:44 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Soccer Team Wins District Championship]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1110043</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1110043</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The Thornapple Kellogg High School soccer team won the district championship defeating Plainwell 3-2.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/e9dc/19/10/21/221621-e4e29b7a-af30-4e32-bc1d-de98a5e27050.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 21 Oct 2019 18:16:38 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Student Named National Merit Commended Student]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1110037</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1110037</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School senior Kaylyn Beard has been named a National Merit Scholarship Commended Student.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/3ae1/19/10/21/220952-079c040b-07f4-4aa4-9129-d0d9a797ab25.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 21 Oct 2019 18:10:22 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Students Give Back in Day of Caring]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1089731</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1089731</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Being careful not to make skin contact with poison ivy vines or slip down the bank to the Thornapple River below, Thornapple Kellogg High School Student Council members helped clear unwanted vines, trees, shrubs and weeds along the Paul Henry Thornapple Trail. They piled limbs and vines and shrubs high into waiting Middleville Village dump trucks.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/9163/19/09/17/155216-7412c71d-c333-41d8-b690-4e4f49de4fb4.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Sep 2019 11:54:55 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Parking Lot Becomes Canvas for Student Art]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1079140</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1079140</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Drive into the Thornapple Kellogg High School parking lot after school hours and you might be surprised by the artwork filling many of the parking spaces. There’s a 3-D design of a dragon popping out of a painted hole in the asphalt, a football field adorned with a senior’s name and graduation year, words of inspiration “Throw Kindness Around Like Confetti” and a clever  “If Yer Reading This – I’m Late. Woops!” saying painted on a bright yellow background.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/2afb/19/08/28/175705-f97aa408-fecc-4873-b804-e3d21c9ca58a.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 28 Aug 2019 13:59:52 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Welcome Back - TKHS 2019-20 Information]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1068084</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1068084</guid>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/3969/19/08/05/151814-929ae92c-8c9e-450d-a9a3-bb9932184e75.gif" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 05 Aug 2019 11:19:50 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Science Department Gains Grant for Equipment]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1056977</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1056977</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The Thornapple Kellogg High School Science Department will be gaining some new equipment next year thanks to a grant award through the Barry Community Foundation. The Wilson H. Craig Jr. Fund awarded the district $2,632 to purchase eight new electronic balances for the science programs. Tim Penfield, co-department chair at TK, said the balances will help adequately equip the science rooms with balances and give students ample opportunities to use the scales during classroom projects.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/b207/19/06/17/155540-2504c76f-813c-4af5-9ae6-19e6644efea8.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Jun 2019 11:56:41 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Guitarist to Play at National Convention]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1049885</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1049885</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Alex Zimmerman never dreamed that entering a high school talent show could mean so much. But that one afternoon in front of his Thornapple Kellogg High School classmates playing his electric guitar has landed him on stage in front of a national audience.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/fb23/19/05/28/203510-8eb3ce51-9ce7-4331-8d83-0d2ab8781e22.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 28 May 2019 16:35:37 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK MITES Projects Take Regional and State Honors]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1049057</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1049057</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Several Thornapple Kellogg High School students entered the annual Michigan Industrial and Technology Education Society competitions at the regional level and many advanced to the state level. Students competed in categories of architecture and design, engineering and design, and woodworking]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/d692/19/05/24/213338-84fdfe66-8e34-40b6-b46f-297191fc89f9.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 24 May 2019 17:38:30 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Class of 2019 Encouraged to Start Their Own Superhero Story]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1048677</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1048677</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The 222 members of the TKHS Class of 2019 marched into the Bob White Stadium where many had played football or soccer or ran track. Some had marched in the band across the field. Others had been in the student cheering section at home games. There was a stiff wind blowing - but the students are all too familiar with the winds at the stadium and managed to hang onto their caps as they made their way to the graduation ceremony.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/e8c0/19/05/24/150423-06e30515-fa3f-4a42-b72e-3e471ffe1a97.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 24 May 2019 11:10:16 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Class of 2019 Graduation Ceremony]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1048672</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1048672</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[This is a live feed connection to the ceremony which actually starts at about the 5-hour mark of the connection. Just move your cursor across the bottom of the screen to advance to the actual ceremony.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 24 May 2019 11:02:43 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Class of 2019 Earns Honors and Scholarships]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1048058</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1048058</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School seniors honored for their outstanding achievements at the annual Senior Honors Night. Thornapple Area Enrichment Foundation awarded more than $30,000 in scholarships with the potential for up to nearly $38,000 in additional renewal awards for TK seniors. Numerous other organizations offered additional scholarship awards for graduating seniors. The following is a list of all honors and scholarships presented to TK Seniors:]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/e860/19/05/23/150526-2a30e026-f7eb-42ad-b16b-2cbf8d01ee4c.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 23 May 2019 11:28:34 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Names Top 11 Students in Class of 2019]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1043967</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1043967</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School administrators released names of the Top 11 academic graduating members of the Class of 2019. They are listed in alphabetical order: Carson Denman, Samuel Dickman, Olivia Gaudreau, Isaiah Guenther, Turner Halle, Daniel Hannapel, Ashton Heiser,  Brody Keiser, Lucas McCrath, Evan Sidebotham,  Jenna Walters. Read more about each of the top students and their future plans.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/bb11/19/05/15/182251-f40224f8-553f-460b-8740-1f419b841019.jpeg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2019 14:28:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Class of 2019 to Graduate May 23]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1043737</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1043737</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The Thornapple Kellogg High School Class of 2019 will graduate at 7  p.m. Thursday, May 23. Graduation will take place outside at the football stadium, weather permitting. The ceremony will be moved into the large high school gymnasium if needed.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/0f2a/19/05/15/150509-1d06743c-e95a-4086-9eb6-a63940b5ed6c.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2019 11:05:25 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[High Schoolers Build Custom Sandboxes for Boy, 6]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1043732</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1043732</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[MIDDLEVILLE, Mich. (WOOD) — A 6-year-old Middleville boy whose life changed forever one year ago has a brand new gift thanks to a group of local high school students. 
In May 2018, Nate Boersma was in a terrible car crash that left him paralyzed. Since then, he has fought hard to recover and learn to adjust to life in a wheelchair as a kindergartner at McFall Elementary.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2019 10:58:12 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Students Build Custom Sandbox for Boy in Wheelchair]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1043729</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1043729</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[MIDDLEVILLE. Mich. — Woodshop students at Thornapple Kellogg High School went the extra mile for an elementary student in need.
After a bad crash last year, 6-year-old Nate Boresma hasn't been able to enjoy the one thing on the playground he loves: the sandbox. The high school wood shop students wanted to change that, and made a specialized sandbox just for him.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2019 10:56:59 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Athletes Will Continue Athletics at Next Level]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1039788</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1039788</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Ten Thornapple Kellogg High School athletes have signed with colleges and universities to continue their athletic careers beyond high school.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/278b/19/05/07/200950-0cea6ee2-6109-4a0d-9534-8ce9e34fd3ad.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2019 16:10:33 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Students Named Finalists in Meijer Film Festival]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1037813</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1037813</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Seven Thornapple Kellogg  High School video projects have been named as finalists in the Meijer Great Choices Film Festival. TKHS finalists are Aubrey and Kyra Shepherd, Brandie VanStee with Devon Holt assisting, Chase Dannenberg, Gabby Smith, Kaitlyn Robinson (with two videos in the finals) and Lily Secord-Rider with Savannah Troseth assisting.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/f61b/19/05/03/172850-1a33ee85-c1a2-4a2b-b7c4-7651253c7e20.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 03 May 2019 13:29:05 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Students Find Joy in Giving Back and Helping Others]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1034040</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1034040</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Friday was a feel-good day at Thornapple Kellogg High School. Students took part in the annual service day and smiles seemed contagious.  Carveth and Lincoln Meadows residents were thrilled to have so many guests to help them play Bingo and other games. Elementary students flocked around high schoolers as if they were rock stars who came to help them with homework. Even the high school students pulling weeds, raking flower beds and creating new gardens were smiling knowing they were doing something good.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/71b8/19/04/29/132627-e284681f-2e11-4775-90dd-ddff08ca2ecc.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Apr 2019 09:30:04 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Landing a Job: TK Seniors Get Help With Mock Interviews]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1031835</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1031835</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Jake Flikkema wasn't really looking for a job, but after a mock interview opportunity for Thornapple Kellogg High School seniors, he came away with a possible part-time opportunity.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/6417/19/04/23/211458-22dae92e-2b22-4651-a776-df76e6e4bc12.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 23 Apr 2019 17:15:48 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Class of 2023 Orientation Information]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1015147</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1015147</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Mar 2019 08:10:37 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[BPA Students Represent TK at State Convention]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1015074</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1015074</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School was represented by seven students at the state Business Professionals of America state convention and competition last weekend.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/bc9b/19/03/20/225310-ac04d606-6e80-4798-b278-4cadabda96d8.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Mar 2019 18:54:24 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Three TK Teams Advance to OM World Finals]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1013072</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1013072</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg Schools will again be well represented at the Odyssey of the Mind world finals in Lansing this year by three teams - one team from Page, one from the middle school and one from the high school.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/6571/19/03/18/141611-22c3f4f9-2a50-4d01-bab2-68b4f5ff9e1f.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Mar 2019 10:24:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Corrected Spring Sports Schedule]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1011164</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1011164</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[We would like to apologize and alert everyone that the recent edition of the “The Key” has the INCORRECT athletic schedule for the spring sports season. It appears to have been printed with last year’s schedule.
We are sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused.
Please pass this message along to others and encourage them to go to TKAthletics.com for the most updated schedules and game times. Here is the schedule that should have appeared. Please note this schedule is also subject to change. The best place to get the latest sports schedule and changes is to visit TKAthletics.com. Thank you.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/c1b9/19/03/13/151702-21d27be6-0411-4906-83a2-95dc16f7c9bd.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2019 11:17:16 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Students Send Off Athletes to State Competitions]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1004806</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1004806</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[With the band playing the school fight song, students lined the Main Street hallway in the high school applauding five student-athletes who are competing at the state level this weekend. Carly Snyder will represent TK in bowling; Alex Fabiano in swimming; and Christian Wright, Nathan Kinne and Trenton Dutcher in wrestling. Good luck TK athletes!]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/613b/19/03/01/223915-7dfd21a5-5766-42f1-80d4-7baa80a5fb46.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 01 Mar 2019 17:40:27 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS presents "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat"]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1004791</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1004791</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The Biblical story of Joseph and his coat of many colors comes to life as the Thornapple Kellogg High School students perform "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" March  7, 8, and 9.
Performances are at 7 p.m. in the high school performing arts center. Tickets are on sale now and can be reserved. An order form can be found at www.tkschools.org. Cost is $5 per student and $7 per adult.
Senior Citizens living within the TK district are invited to attend a free showing of the dress rehearsal starting at 5:30 p.m. March 5. 
This production, directed by Laura Nikkel, involves a cast of 45 students, student musicians and many additional student and adults working behind the scenes.
This is a truly timeless Old Testament tale set to a multitude of musical genres, spanning from country-western and calypso to bubble-gum pop and rock and roll. 
This is a family-friendly show appropriate for all age levels.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/f2cc/19/03/01/221344-95108f43-04b1-4e29-9ba0-756fd002009c.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 01 Mar 2019 17:22:08 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Close-Knit Seniors Face Last Curtain Call]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1004784</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1004784</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School senior Jack Schneider played the role of "Charlie" in "Willie Wonka Jr. " when he was in fifth grade. In the same year, classmate Grace Hauschild played the role of "Violet" who blew up into the giant blueberry and another classmate, Katie Dinkel, was the "Candy Man."]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/fd68/19/03/01/220803-bbafa251-232a-4d46-a98e-81505f17f27e.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 01 Mar 2019 17:10:26 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Teens Talk to Younger Students About Dangers of Tobacco]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1001246</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1001246</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[They hear about the dangers in television advertisements. They've heard warnings from adults. But still, young people are curious about smoking and tobacco use. A group of Thornapple Kellogg High School students hopes their connection to their younger peers helps get their message across. The high school students are part of a group called Teens Against Tobacco Use (TATU) and their goal is to mentor younger students about the dangers of tobacco use.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/a9ca/19/02/25/203259-649019d3-6304-4593-9042-44bd98778089.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Feb 2019 15:59:46 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Two TKHS OM Teams Advance to State Finals]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1001186</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1001186</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[In all, 10 Thornapple Kellogg Odyssey of the Mind teams will advance to the state finals, including both high school teams each receiving a first-place honor in their divisions at the regional competition.  In addition to the top regional honors, one high school team earned the coveted Ranatra Fusca Creativity Award at the regional competition. This award represents the essence of Odyssey of the Mind. Team members are Jacob Maring, Emma Chapman, Grace Densham, Zane Walters, Clair Jansma, Anna Miller and Wyatt Crampton and coached by Barb Maring and Mary Chapman. The other high school team advancing is made up of team members Aubrey Evans, Christel Hoskins, Kelly Gasser, Brendan Carlson, Michael Brown and Ellie Essenberg. The team is coached by Michelle Essenberg and Rebecca Hoskins.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/79c7/19/02/25/195446-16fc2b60-951a-40db-99aa-be3610defb8f.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Feb 2019 15:26:16 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Senior Named to All-State Choir]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1001166</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/1001166</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[TKHS senior Grace Hauschild has been selected as a member of the All-State Choir for the third year of her high school career. Hauschild will be a member of about 120 high school choir students from all over the state making up this select group. This is the highest of honors and an amazing achievement for someone to be selected for three years! The All-State Choir will perform at the Youth Arts Festival in May at Western Michigan University.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/6eb4/19/02/25/194317-675d93e1-7427-48ab-b597-e281f118880f.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Feb 2019 15:26:39 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Student Wins DAR Good Citizens Award]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/994648</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/994648</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School senior Turner Halle received the Good Citizens Award from the Grand Rapids-based Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/89ec/19/02/13/184735-0fe7581b-d334-4f07-b47c-ed9d7c3e8d42.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Feb 2019 13:48:15 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Students are Learning It's Right to Be Real!]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/989545</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/989545</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Three pictures showed three different stories to Thornapple Kellogg High School students. The first appeared to show a man running away from a vehicle. In the second, it appeared the man was running toward another person. It wasn't until the full picture was revealed that students saw the man as a hero pushing the man out of the way of danger.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/493f/19/02/05/210207-80f6ca3a-3fc8-4cae-9c18-93f46da871ad.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Feb 2019 16:03:01 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Nine TKHS BPA Students Advance to State Competition]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/976621</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/976621</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Nine Thornapple Kellogg High School Business Professionals of America members placed fifth or higher in 11 events at the regional BPA contest earning them a trip to the state contest in March.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/87fd/19/01/15/192104-f5e2374d-77dd-41d3-9760-c2598313b05d.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 15 Jan 2019 14:21:32 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Middleville Students Give Away Handmade Rocking Harleys]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/969861</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/969861</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Sat, 22 Dec 2018 12:17:10 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Elves Deliver Again]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/969860</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/969860</guid>
					<description><![CDATA['Twas the weekend before Christmas 
And all through the hallways
Not a student was stirring
All were gone for the holidays.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/5d6e/18/12/22/170536-041dbb15-452d-402e-9985-c0cd83fbd0c6.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Sat, 22 Dec 2018 12:15:19 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[NHS Students Collect Toys and Food]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/969859</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/969859</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The TK community has a BIG HEART and people aren't afraid to donate to help others! That's especially evident this time of year, but the giving goes on all year long. The National Honor Society held food and toy drives this year collecting 773 non-perishable food items and 72 toys! The food will go to local food pantries and the toys are donated to Toys for Barry County Kids through Bradford White's UAW. AMAZING AMOUNT of support by our kids and staff to others in this community! Thank you TK NHS!]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/707c/18/12/22/170051-b22ec192-c8ec-4725-9814-3fd3539a92ee.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Sat, 22 Dec 2018 12:02:47 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Four TKHS Students Selected for All-State Choir]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/965631</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/965631</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[WOW!! Four TKHS choir students were selected to the State Honors Choir after first performing with the Regional Honors Choir. TKHS students Haley Bovee, Peter Verstraete and Grace Hauschild were selected to perform with the All-State SATB Choir (Soprano, Alto, Tenor and Bass) and Jack Schneider was selected to perform with the TTBB Choir (Tenor 1 and 2, Baritone and Bass four-part men's group). Performances will be Jan 26 at DeVos Hall. This is a HUGE honor for these students!!! And for TK to have FOUR students in the State Honors Choir is OUTSTANDING!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/8dd4/18/12/13/144218-5f809d4b-6267-41a0-8312-33299f43b827.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Dec 2018 09:42:36 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[High School Assignment Wows First Graders]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/963157</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/963157</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[First-grader Adam Beard wiggled in his seat while he meticulously painted each of the six pieces of a wooden ornament in bright colors. He stopped to examine each piece making sure no spot was left bare. "This one's mine," he said excitedly, beaming with pride as he handed over the pieces to waiting high school students. Armed with hot glue guns, the older students carefully put the pieces together to form a beautiful 3-D ornament ready for the first-graders to use as their own decorations at home.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/8a1c/18/12/07/223130-71ba2ba1-5619-4e76-9710-9156b8d31a26.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Dec 2018 17:32:14 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Veterans Honored at Annual TK and Community Event]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/950174</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/950174</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Bob Buys, a U.S. Navy veteran, said he was "humbled and honored" to be named the Middleville Veteran of the Year and he thanked the Middleville and Thornapple Kellogg School community for honoring veterans. "I'm proud to be a veteran and I'm proud of the Middleville and TK community for being patriotic and paying respect. This community just gets it," he said.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/b641/18/11/12/215221-64f51e5d-af63-4514-b1d0-cca81fefa675.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Nov 2018 16:55:19 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Students Inducted into National Honor Society]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/947669</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/947669</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School Elizabeth Thurber Chapter of the National Honor Society welcomed 66 new inductees Monday night. Of the members inducted, 53 are members of the junior class and 13 are seniors. The additional members brings the chapter to a total of 126 members.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/1a8d/18/11/07/183307-0e4dfa15-050a-44cf-b805-5f9d29f434b2.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 07 Nov 2018 13:33:50 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS October Students of the Month Honored]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/946646</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/946646</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The TKHS October students of the month were recently honored. Pictured in front from left are seniors Lauryn Abbott, Georgia Kaboos, Alexander Miller, Shylin Robirds, Cole Risner, Jack Schneider, Dominik Strak, Brad Syers (second row) juniors Emma Bainbridge, Carmen Beemer, Genesis Bowers, Savannah Bronkema, Katrina Chapman, Josiah Ray, Corrin Replogle, Thomas Solomon, Anna Timm, Andrew Tuokkola, Claudia Wilkinson (third row) sophomores Brett Caswell, Claire Sierawski (back row) freshmen Nicholas Barton, Sophia Beckering, Aislynn Bierenga, Michael Blair, Mitchell Corner, Eli Fliearman, Jennifer Logan, Grace McNabnay and Collin Wright. Not available for the photo were junior Charles VanDemark, sophomore Larissa Robinson, and freshman Tilona Haskin.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/ad4b/18/11/06/163357-4f11ba7b-a623-4c52-936f-3c52f4257342.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 06 Nov 2018 11:34:21 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Rotary Student of the Month Honored]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/946637</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/946637</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Jenna Walters is the October TKHS Rotary Student of the Month. She is the daughter of Robin and Jason Walters and active in many activities in high school.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/3bb3/18/11/06/162907-6d84004a-84db-40da-b73f-c98de21fc101.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 06 Nov 2018 11:29:33 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Annual Veterans Day Program]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/920819</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/920819</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The students and staff at Thornapple Kellogg High School are honored and privileged to acknowledge our veterans in our Eighth Annual Veterans Day Program!]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/c297/18/09/25/141310-90ac5315-fc25-40f1-9e9d-1da5450a7b32.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Sep 2018 14:14:07 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Students Get Eye-Opening Experiences in Manufacturing Careers]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/941656</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/941656</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School student Tate Johnson examined a large exhaust pipe for a diesel truck made at Middleville Tool and Die. He and several other TK students had earlier been to TNR and Hastings Manufacturing the same day, getting an eye-opening experience into a world of possible careers.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/3a2a/18/10/29/201921-206c486e-6f7c-4d98-93f8-b224a5a4760f.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Oct 2018 16:21:07 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Freshman's Paper Selected Best in Her Grade]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/937427</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/937427</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Sierra Tamez thought her 100-word memoir was good but she didn't realize how good until recently. The Thornapple Kellogg High School freshman's writing was selected from all ninth-grade English classes as the best paper in a writing contest.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/e07f/18/10/22/202423-c42066de-6dcd-4d22-87a7-b0d58b68f89d.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 22 Oct 2018 16:28:06 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Junior Earns Honor from National Academy of Future Physicians]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/923501</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/923501</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School junior Emma VanSprange recently received a Certificate of Excellence from the National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists. She was selected as a representative to the Congress of Future Medical Leaders and attended a three-day academy at UMass just outside of Boston this summer.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/cef3/18/09/28/185646-b271f4a1-f4a4-43cc-9598-5197d4cb9b2c.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Sep 2018 14:57:18 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Senior Named Commended Student in National Merit Program]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/922202</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/922202</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School senior Turner Halle was recently recognized as a Commended Student in the 2019 National Merit Scholarship program.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/10e1/18/09/26/224420-87488f5e-c312-4faa-ba22-25891e196526.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Sep 2018 14:55:35 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Students Show They Care]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/917840</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/917840</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Just two days after students were reminded at the 9-11 ceremony about the value of service to others, a group of high school students took part in the United Way Day of Caring. Scattered throughout the village of Middleville,  TKHS Student Council members pulled weeds and cleared landscaping beds in the village. They transplanted bushes, swept away dirt and debris and put a polished look on the downtown area.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/69eb/18/09/19/183228-4a36de62-c96d-4f04-95b2-ca8325d4c38e.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Sep 2018 14:36:27 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Students Vow  to Never Forget 9-11]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/917207</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/917207</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The Thornapple Kellogg middle and high school students gathered at the Middleville 9-11 Patriot Day ceremony were called "heroes," but challenged with two important tasks - to never forget the 9-11 events and to continue selfless acts of service to others.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/19f9/18/09/18/200752-6133825d-72a2-485f-8bb9-831569db2dc8.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Sep 2018 17:09:31 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Crowns Homecoming King and Queen]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/916626</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/916626</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Friday night's homecoming festivities included the introduction of the homecoming court and crowning of the king and queen.  When senior Derrick Kim was announced as the homecoming king, he looked shocked and didn't exactly know what to do. A minute later, Madison Hess, leaped into his arms when she was named the homecoming queen. Other senior members of the court were Nathan Kinne and Shylin Robirds, and Dylan Podbevsek and Delaney Zoet. The junior representatives were Haley Bovee and Aiden Hannapel. Sophomore representatives were Brennan Lutz and Kylie Smith and the freshmen representatives were Jeffrey Walker and Chloe Powers. Congratulations to everyone for representing their classes and TKHS.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/bba9/18/09/18/141137-fa8c45aa-3bcf-448e-9b2d-4d7ececa033d.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Sep 2018 10:14:33 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Online Spirit Shop]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/913380</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/913380</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Check out our new TK Spirit Shop.  Personalize hundreds of custom TK apparel items!!!!]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/34a6/18/09/12/172749-0eb7af74-5609-4be7-b864-201823f3b45c.png" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Sep 2018 13:30:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Prepares for Homecoming Week and Game Sept. 14]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/910842</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/910842</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas - and Valentine's Day and Halloween and the 4th of July! Thornapple Kellogg High School students will "celebrate" all the holidays in one week as part of this year's homecoming theme of Homecoming Holidays.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/3528/18/09/08/010018-1b8f9406-07be-4938-a288-c627e89eed05.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Sep 2018 15:08:21 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Football Players Gear Up as Playground Buddies]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/910833</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/910833</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Colson Brummel didn't remember Lee Elementary School being so small. "I kind of feel like a giant," said the TKHS junior as he walked down the hall where he once attended second and third grades. But that was a few years ago and now Brummel and his friends are coming back to their elementary school as role models for younger students. Members of the TKHS football team are volunteering time to be with Lee students on the playground, interact with them, and just show them good sportsmanship and good leadership.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/8226/18/09/08/003017-3bad0283-444d-4f39-94e6-9e2d52abc917.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Sep 2018 20:31:36 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[2018-19 Registration Schedule]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/888202</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/888202</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Once again we will be holding our registration dates before the start of the school year. During this time, students will be able to come to the high school and pick up a copy of their schedule, make schedule changes, have their school photo taken, and update demographic information.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Jul 2018 10:33:01 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS New Staff Members!]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/888196</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/888196</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Please join us in welcoming the following new staff members to the TKHS family.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Jul 2018 10:25:52 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Students Fare Well in State MITES Competition]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/880552</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/880552</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[It's amazing what high school kids can do with a little wood and some tools. Several Thornapple Kellogg High School students received honors and awards in the annual Michigan Industrial and Technology Education Society competition covering woodworking, engineering, drafting and architectural projects from high school students throughout the state.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/f50d/18/06/12/190618-bc846c9f-ef34-4da1-b440-ca433a3800da.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 12 Jun 2018 15:10:06 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Odyssey of the Mind Teams Take World Stage]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/879700</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/879700</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[What happens when three Thornapple Kellogg teams meet with teams from all over the world in Iowa? They enjoy a great time and a cultural experience like none other while representing their school district very well.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/74de/18/06/08/194904-f0d92ee3-23a3-48ac-83cb-54136de9f795.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 08 Jun 2018 15:50:55 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg Seniors Receive Scholarships and Honors]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/875744</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/875744</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Several scholarships, academic and athletic awards were handed out to Thornapple Kellogg seniors at the honors night program recently. TK students are very fortunate to have a number of scholarships awarded through Thornapple Area Enrichment Foundation, which gave out nearly $40,000 in awards to TK students. TK seniors received numerous other scholarships from outside TAEF as well and were honored for their various achievements during high school.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/ce71/18/05/29/205125-18d5124f-82f4-4948-8095-f9c0e36ad446.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 29 May 2018 16:51:42 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Class of 2018 Told to "Find the Beauty" in Life]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/875726</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/875726</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The Thornapple Kellogg High School Class of 2018 started its senior year celebrating the homecoming dance in the football stadium due to unusually hot weather. Appropriately, the weather also determined their final celebration would be in the same stadium Thursday night. The 227 graduating members of the class were reminded by senior Liz Cutlip that wherever they go, their actions matter and will make a difference.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://3.files.edl.io/88d6/18/05/29/203107-2d16e8d9-4738-4652-8d2d-3cfab93a32df.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 29 May 2018 16:32:39 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[JV Girls Take Aim to "Strike Out Cancer"]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/871959</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/871959</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Sometimes a game is about much more than the number of hits or runs scored. Sometimes everyone is a winner. The Thornapple Kellogg Junior Varsity softball team had a game like that last week when they teamed up with Forest Hills Eastern to "Strike Out Cancer."]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/2lmtGgMkugKu4Icf3a4CC9BKoMIzYoD3Uylop5dCyaQ7YRHy.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Sat, 19 May 2018 15:13:12 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Senior Band Members Honored]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/871949</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/871949</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The senior members of the TKHS concert, symphonic and jazz bands were recognized at their last concerts of the year this week and special recognition given to four students.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/BNkgGam24OYjFnWzSEsLlrDijejhRn9DAOXJVHMVa8KDtPse.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Sat, 19 May 2018 12:29:47 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Names Top 10 Students in Class of 2018]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/868581</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/868581</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to the recently named academic Top 10 students in the Class of 2018. Those students are (in alphabetical order) Chloe Adams, Adam Johanson, Cass Kramer, Megan Logan, Sam Ogrodzinski, Maddisen Robirds, Tess Scheidel, Emma Shea, Breann Stahl, and Brianna Vanderstelt.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/Jvq8qENHI99iQ68Igjhx8WQ0pu4MCt9S1rQjKFIG7iiNGRKd.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 11 May 2018 21:53:49 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Robotics Receives Challenge Manufacturing Sponsorship]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/871138</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/871138</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School girl’s robotics team got a boost from Challenge Manufacturing with a $1,000 sponsorship. The Walker-based company sent engineers to give TK students pointers and a helping hand last year and presented the girl’s team with a $1,000 sponsorship check for the Vex Robotics competition season.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/mvA7uH27d7VKe49nPkkTgAotuTjsZsr7RrYsBPFurm4uwwIp.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 17 May 2018 15:39:18 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Students Make and Donate Wooden Puzzles to Children's Hospital]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/868602</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/868602</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Children having to spend time at DeVos Children's Hospital will have some very special and very colorful new puzzles to keep them entertained thanks to a couple of Thornapple Kellogg High School woodworking students.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/n9qLqD7S6fLQFlh7T9FRbAN0iy8qDybGfTVevJxftW0pakLH.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Sat, 12 May 2018 11:16:10 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Powerful Life Lesson Enacted at TKHS]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/865150</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/865150</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Mike Blair let out a gut-wrenching cry. His wife dropped to her knees beside their daughter Alexandra who was lying lifeless on the roadway just beyond two wrecked cars. Firefighters, EMTs and police bustled about trying to help crash victims and assess injuries. Although it looked and felt very real, it was all part of a mock crash scene at Thornapple Kellogg High School Friday afternoon. The mock event is put on every other year as a very vivid and emotional reminder to students of the dangers and consequences of drinking and driving and distracted driving.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/7rMl8VY9Cnb96elSknSXcIgN1zkweGuHWMjWGPlHNCUy5Wpk.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 04 May 2018 19:13:25 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Students Feel Good About Service to Others]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/862130</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/862130</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Instead of carrying backpacks filled with homework and books, TKHS students Friday brought rakes and shovels and wore worn-out jeans and shoes that could get dirty. More importantly, they brought a positive attitude and a willingness to help.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/xpN08E0qkBT8osFhdF7CH5NAr0N3ZwVWyV1rsRkl5AGMnVQZ.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Apr 2018 17:40:42 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK's "Cinderella" Nominated for Numerous Awards]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/861513</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/861513</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The TKHS play "Cinderella" has been nominated for several awards by the Excellence Awards for local high school musical theater. TK has been nominated for excellence awards including Best Overall Performance, Best Musical Direction, Best Direction, and Best Scene Direction! Also, students Haley Bovee and Jack Schneider were nominated for best supporting actress and actor! Awards will be announced May 6 at the Excellence Awards at the Charlotte Performing Arts Center.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/RVUq0jjNWc5bF14DDuvdf58dEUBa163mPIUl35olF75ILStr.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Apr 2018 10:01:29 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Film Students Named Finalists in Meijer Contest]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/861491</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/861491</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Two student film-making teams have been named finalists in the Meijer Great Choices Film Festival. Adrienne Duits with partner Samuel McKeown created a public service video celebrating diversity aimed at kindergarten through sixth-grade audiences and Liberty Tetzlaff and Ebbie Appel created a PSA celebrating diversity aimed at middle and high school students. The students are taking Jerry Robinson's digital media classes and will be recognized at the annual Meijer Great Choices Film Festival June 2 at Byron Center High School Fine Arts Center. More than 300 videos were entered with 60 finalists selected. The teams are guaranteed $75 gift cards for being named finalists. Top awards announced in June receive gift cards of $500 for third place; $1,000 for second place and $1,500 for first place.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/jD2MVQuTmVwrqUOJ1x1Ec2ieVDddfIAnTfeaADQAyJ6nCalh.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Apr 2018 09:44:10 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Student Artwork Selected for Juried Show]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/861482</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/861482</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Jack Schneider's "Pandora's Serpentine Heart" ceramic box was selected to be among the artwork at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Juried High School Area Show. The show is May 19 to June 10. The juried exhibition celebrates works of high school artists living in Allegan, Barry, Berrien, Branch, Calhoun, Cass, Kalamazoo, St. Jopseh and Van Buren counties. Schneider, a junior, said this is his first year taking art classes at the high school. His ceramic piece is based on the myth of Pandora.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/Smf9r5DG7R4k6oaPeOXogCbZ4plpuk7aGRlg4vILhvdLtCfN.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Apr 2018 09:40:38 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Class of 2022 Registration Info]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/843705</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/843705</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 27 Mar 2018 11:39:43 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Three TK OM Teams Advance to World Finals]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/842137</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/842137</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Three Thornapple Kellogg Odyssey of the Mind teams have advanced to the World competition after finishing first or second at the state last weekend. Two teams will represent the high school and one team will represent the middle school. TK also sent three teams to the World Finals last year, including some of the same students who will be advancing this year.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/Ql6yjy5MIG7GIBpQvenFO2ZP4aQkfSFKZa2kxFEGItbUZGzU.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 19 Mar 2018 17:42:05 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Next Generation Science Standards Encourage Learning by "Doing"]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/841361</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/841361</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Ellie Baranek rubbed her hands quickly together until she felt the heat building up in her palms. The fourth-grader quickly realized her action created friction that in turn created heat. "It's motion energy to heat energy," she deduced.
Her classmates rotated around the room to six different stations where they tried to answer the question "How do we know energy is present and moving in a system?"  They also gained an understanding of how energy is transferable.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/rHfX7i1nWYJrp24K0PfHD3YCmySw0UXfI9RmbKX34N9SThOF.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 19 Mar 2018 17:42:59 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Class of 2022 - Freshman Orientation]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/838527</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/838527</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[We will be holding a registration orientation for all incoming freshman and their parents on March 21, 2018 at 6:30 p.m.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Mar 2018 10:14:33 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Two TKHS OM Teams Advance to State Finals]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/829749</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/829749</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Two of the three TKHS Odyssey of the Mind teams will advance to the state finals in March hosted at TK. In all, Thornapple Kellogg Schools will send eight Odyssey of the Mind teams to the state finals.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/K0Ayc5oHSPywPVG7QsUpBYPCUSSatCbAY1xZtTA7Y0rDI0Ux.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 23 Feb 2018 17:48:55 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS to Perform "Cinderella Broadway"]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/828596</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/828596</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School students will bring the classic fairy tale "Cinderella" to the stage March 8, 9, and 10. It's a show the entire family will enjoy. Performances begin at 7 p.m. and ticket reservations are available now. Click on this story for a reservation form.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/ptz0QoUZKIZi0PznHCZWThmtX4Xqy3qJhqVp4ytAZRP3Caty.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 22 Feb 2018 10:55:55 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS BPA Students Earn Honors at Regional Contest]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/813506</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/813506</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[TKHS students said being in Business Professionals of America gives them skills they will need no matter what career lies ahead of them. Senior Justin Scholten, who is the past president of the TK club, will be advancing to the state competition for the third time in his high school career. “Anything I do I'm going to have to use skills I've learned in BPA,” said Scholten.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/oy1ezg8D640fLcBjTghr61fFLTG0mS2EIoUYzmsYkK9fZ2HD.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jan 2018 12:09:34 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Student Artwork Decorates Middleville]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/811320</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/811320</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Student artwork is decorating Middleville and visitors can find the special pieces in many different locations.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/yB41FV9SbB9MMCGclSJSlza8Wm8JubJNwPVjOxGg65JiuHlb.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jan 2018 11:44:19 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Robotics Teams Prepare for Competition]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/803684</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/803684</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[It might be winter break for many students, but some members of the two Thornapple Kellogg High School teams are taking time out of their vacation days to prepare for the upcoming Vex Robotics competitions this year.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/UQ2eeGNz8dSMvDyEBoHX98y59J9ERTJqboiD9KJsHAdyX3M0.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jan 2018 10:45:48 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA['One Simple Thing Can Spread Kindness']]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/799884</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/799884</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Students Offer Cool Acts of Caring to Community
Thornapple Kellogg Schools - The Thornapple River bustled through the Middleville dam as six high school students cleared brush, scraggly trees, a carpet of bristly grasses and unwanted weed trees on the riverbank. For three November Tuesdays, after school and on their own time, the students trekked to downtown Middleville testing out the science of kindness. It turns out that TK's "Making it Cool To Be Kind" operation -- that willingness to extend a helping hand -- is about creating a culture of kindness.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/R1IbK1PSdnO2CtUYLKGQTpP9y273RqgTJob73sspl9sZmZUZ.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 19 Dec 2017 11:02:51 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Program Offers Students Experience and College Credits]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/798345</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/798345</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The Kellogg Advanced Manufacturing Assembly (KAMA) program is back! This successful program helped launch the careers of nine recent high school graduates in Barry County this past summer, and is being offered as a dual-enrollment opportunity this winter/spring semester in all five Barry County high schools! ( Hastings High School , TK Schools, Delton-Kellogg High School, Maple Valley Jr/Sr High School and Barry County Christian School).]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Dec 2017 15:50:50 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Honors Choir Entertains at HolidayLuncheon]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/798318</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/798318</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Senior citizens in the Thornapple Kellogg School District were treated to a holiday luncheon and entertainment at the Gun Lake Community Church sponsored by TK Schools. The TKHS Honors Choir entertained the 142 guests with a variety of holiday songs and invited the guests to join in singing some favorites, including "Jingle Bells," "Joy to the World," and "Silent Night."]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/mXAkHwyk2MRujhvTPGoPda8pZjBNZlOdO3QrFuHrGlZS7HYX.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Dec 2017 15:28:26 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Field Trip Provides Real-Life Experience]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/792734</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/792734</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Virtual reality, web site design, and real-world experiences were on the lesson plan for a group of Thornapple Kellogg High School advanced placement computer science students who toured two different Grand Rapids companies recently.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/3mQC0AXs0qHTOBdN7dryetNlNf6fQW3qAtaWxqcyLcA8FUkU.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 04 Dec 2017 17:01:51 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Manufacturing Week Showcases Barry County Career Options]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/775980</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/775980</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Donning protective eyeglasses and earplugs Thornapple Kellogg High School students toured Barry County manufacturing companies gaining a better insight into potential future career options. The tours were part of Barry County's Manufacturing Week now in its third year.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/I0WKrKSf09D1TZWW64OblB4ZcebMZAYTJAzaf9JDKoBehAXm.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Oct 2017 13:38:18 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Students to Present "You Can't Take It With You"]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/775075</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/775075</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School students will present “You Can’t Take It With You” at 7 p.m. Nov. 3 and 4. Senior citizens are invited to attend the dress rehearsal performance Nov. 2. There is no charge to attend this performance for seniors. There will be light refreshments served at 6:30 p.m. prior to the performance beginning at 7 p.m. Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for students and senior citizens Friday and Saturday. Tickets can be purchased at the door or by ordering online at http://tinyurl.com/tkhsplay2017.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/MdDYJLjn5M62mz0CNdyrUvyBS9PGY7rHIqNbN8TUbooznOJ3.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Oct 2017 15:31:06 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Scrip Fundraiser!]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/771162</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/771162</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The Holidays are approaching quickly.  Make shopping easy this year with our fundraiser for the TKHS Positive Behavior Program....]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 20 Oct 2017 14:57:03 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Veterans Day Program]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/765727</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/765727</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The Seventh Annual Veterans Day Program will be on Friday, November 10.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/Ilb0SmOlxqfQd8QqLqkqoqgyFNJLdRuVdTIUuu0hlOh1D77D.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Oct 2017 08:54:29 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Yearbook Orders]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/764563</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/764563</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Order your 2018 yearbook today.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/5YSoZZN5X50pePIPZZ1OwdkDpC1xuA1RykWFuulWVbkYUJhA.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Oct 2017 12:13:32 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Heat drives homecoming outside]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/757335</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/757335</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[MIDDLEVILLE, Mich. (WOOD) — The heat Saturday nearly claimed another victim Saturday, Thornapple-Kellogg High School’s homecoming dance.
Some creative thinking by school officials saved the day and created a unique experience that may become part of local]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/gipLaP1uBaxtoSASEEcrjlr1aYovYodBma5NSBGLbLOHjaJL.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Sep 2017 12:09:05 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Two Teens Learn Each Other's Language, and More]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/755487</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/755487</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Michigan-Japan Exchange Program Cultivates Cultural Understanding
by Jaye Beeler  
In late June, Eryn Schell left her small community along the Thornapple River to live in Shiga Prefecture, Japan for nearly three weeks. Eryn traveled nearly 24 hours with a cohort of peers from the Michigan-Shiga High School Exchange Program -- an arm of the Japan Center for Michigan Universities (JCMU.)]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/nMQ8RjgoU2Bir2e746nqQBhxRoMi9ztXAayFro3XbchTnooe.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Sep 2017 19:51:50 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Students Told to Never Forget Events of 9-11-01]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/755482</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/755482</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[An eerie quiet fell over a crowd gathered for the first Barry County Patriot Day Ceremony as everyone listened to the sound of airplane engines fly over Middleville – four planes from the Hastings Fly Club simulating the four planes used in the Sept. 11, 2001 terror attacks on America. “Remember one thing from this. Remember this day. Never forget,” said Charlie Pullen as he paused briefly to keep his emotions in check as he spoke to the crowd gathered at Middleville's Sesquicentennial Park Sept. 11.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/5esp2LbvCrh8idCmE1ao5yluanRClRi1Pt6MRbENQZhKU0GI.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Sep 2017 19:28:47 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Cares: Students Tackle Day of Caring Projects]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/753123</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/753123</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Donning gloves and boots, and with shovels and rakes in hand, TKHS students tackled cleanup projects in the village of Middleville as part of the Barry County United Way Day of Caring.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/2YraOpUmWcTmoyFeUNAbidy1t7fLl7rAEFte7VEDi3hVoD4F.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Sat, 16 Sep 2017 11:23:09 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Schools will celebrate homecoming Sept. 22]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/753115</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/753115</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg Schools will celebrate homecoming week next week culminating in the Friday night homecoming parade, tailgate festivities and parade.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/Wfbp7a1d1LPGWWi3ur4CnEoRnz6NXOVKy8QvuYIZy3dAGh24.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Sat, 16 Sep 2017 10:43:49 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Makes US News Best High School List]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/731507</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/731507</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[This article from US News and World Report ranks the best high schools in the state of Michigan. Thornapple Kellogg High School came in at 110th and was the leading district in Barry County and among the few in the KISD that made the top list.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 31 Jul 2017 18:11:40 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[High-Flying Gymnasts Earn Medals at State Games]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/747063</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/747063</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[When Kenzee and Addy Knight talk about what they did this summer, they'll most certainly include their experience competing at the 2017 State Games of America in Grand Rapids. The girls not only competed but came home with their first State Games medals.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/k8yheLMUnh6E6AzGcuoYEw4wu5fT8LGb31B33brHMX9Nkrrr.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 06 Sep 2017 10:51:12 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Class of 2017 Told to Live Life to it's Fullest]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/717740</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/717740</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg's Class of 2017 was challenged by speakers to push themselves, get involved and try new things and most of all - live life to the fullest every day.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/qmgqet0Q9heQaNKAPl37dV4nP17k4wJUMtEALqOQgJ6VwooB.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 26 May 2017 11:12:20 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Four Students Earn Rotary Student of the Month Honors]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/714136</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/714136</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to Derek Brandon,  Rachael Gorton, Carrie Finholm and Hayley Bashore for being named the TKHS Rotary students of the month.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/DuF5e4y9px8PMvSthmHmfA4S3POVSuEXFLU6KkuF9JX31bMy.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 18 May 2017 13:10:05 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Class of 2017 Names Top 10 Students]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/714123</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/714123</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The top 10 students in the Class of 2017 were recently announced. Congratulations to Hayley Bashore, Breana Bouchard, Derek Brandon, Rachael Gorton, Madeline Hutchins, Luke Noah,Taylor Pratt, Scott Shumway, Alyvia Thorne and Alex Wilkinson. 
All members of the graduating class will attend the senior honors night at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 23 in the auditorium where many seniors will be recognized with scholarships and other honors. The top 10 students and information about their high school activities and plans for the future are listed alphabetically as follows:]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/xkiHCIX3kFzVlEiIwdYcmIXeZj5zoBQ7Yh0svGoKBIt06SyO.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 18 May 2017 12:42:15 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Cross Country Teams Honor "Coach B"]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/701082</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/701082</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School honored former girl's cross country coach Tammy Benjamin by renaming the TK Cross Country Invitational to the "Coach B" Cross Country Invitational.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/MXogQvqpAGejXNCAwgByvmosEUpzcIzafFMXP0bVfbYLzZeI.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Apr 2017 12:59:21 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Woods Students Donate Items to Children's Museum]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/697111</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/697111</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Three Thornapple Kellogg High School woods students turned a class assignment into a donation for children.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/Xpn5LMMsVU7a6cV0RbyYsABSbOZA7jS3ON0OHYgFTMOHyDpz.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Apr 2017 13:16:04 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Odyssey of the Mind Team Advances to World Finals]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/687630</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/687630</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg Schools will send three Odyssey of the Mind teams to the World Competition at Michigan State University in May. One team from the high school, one from the middle school and one from elementary each earned the right to advance by getting a first or second rating at the state finals Saturday hosted at TK.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/oxwHzrN4hye4TJmohHPNIp4IDSVjzj8jOgvD1Lxjgmn8k9tX.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 20 Mar 2017 10:07:49 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Students to Perform “The Music Man”]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/681143</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/681143</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School students will perform “The Music Man” at 7 p.m. March 10 and 11. Senior citizens are invited to the dress rehearsal March 9. There will be a pre-show reception at 6:15 in the cafeteria with the play starting at 7 p.m. This is free to senior citizens living in the TK School District. Those anticipating attending are asked to contact lmunjoy@tkschools.org or call 795-5578 for refreshment planning purposes.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/jpqV5noD9xzpAM8qbPyg1xocIW9vP5kBKCQ5VMedVpNLvCDd.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Mar 2017 18:53:13 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Ticket Reservation Form - Music Man]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/680591</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/680591</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Click on the link to pre-order your tickets the the TKHS Spring Musical 'The Music Man'.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Mar 2017 08:34:13 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[2017-18 Calendar]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/676023</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/676023</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 22 Feb 2017 11:12:54 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Class of 2021 Curriculum Guide]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/675993</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/675993</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Check out the curriculum information from the 8th grade Orientation night, held on Tuesday, February 21.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 22 Feb 2017 10:44:00 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Be a Patron of the Musical]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/670876</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/670876</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2017 15:19:49 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Daily Announcements]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/669696</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/669696</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2017 16:58:02 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[OK Conference Basketball Survey]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/666605</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/666605</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Your opinion matters!  The OK Conference is attempting to gather the opinions of parents, fans, coaches and anyone over the age of 18 concerning how basketball games are scheduled.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/mFPONX6OwnOBo0DGn6FEl05TMsPkKIPSQHiGx8wdNTeygGHt.png" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2017 13:01:27 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Young People's Concerts Expose Students to Music Around the World]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/665332</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/665332</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[TK elementary students from all three elementary schools were treated to the Young People's Concerts this month. The TKHS symphonic band performed for the Page and Middle School students while the concert band performed for Lee and McFall students. This is an annual event designed to expose younger students to all the different styles and types of music and introduce them to different instruments.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/P1ZlIzCZe2dnj0kP1uYwbhGPclT2KzdrRaDIyUc305QgLxEy.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2017 13:25:05 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[December Rotary Student of the Month Honored]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/665318</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/665318</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School senior Aaron Czarnecki is the Middleville Rotary December student of the month.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/pwXXrx0W8le04LQP0jkGGXy8oZPf3qY1miS3JTwU5NvzS4Aj.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2017 13:12:11 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Names December Students of the Month]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/665308</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/665308</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to the December TKHS Students of the Month!]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/bg5RoT3GnxYKjhSG7KhM0HTpTzMKDAJ1hkjIePQZN9364GY2.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2017 13:10:15 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[New TK Football Coach Meets Middle and High School Students]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/658093</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/658093</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Charlie Feller, sporting a black and orange TK Trojan shirt, shook hands Friday after school with TK high school and middle school students  - many of whom he hopes to coach in football in the coming years.
Feller was hired by the district as a special education teacher and will also serve as the varsity football head coach. He begins his job at TK Jan. 23 with conditioning workouts at 6 a.m.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/i9ezGjFMx7FUWLRmHNDogwFMZSPqtedDOkBamcqE7Z1NaVFc.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2017 18:55:23 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Nine TKHS BPA Students Advance to State]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/658024</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/658024</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Several Thornapple Kellogg High School students will compete at the state BPA (Business Professionals of America) competition after placing in the top four at the Region 1 regional competition.
Nine TKHS students will advance in 13 events at the state BPA contest in Grand Rapids March 17 to 19.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/Am8ChVIZzHf5ACG5CkO87kllcmsBDadBYTrEk5zg33nGDJEI.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2017 17:14:01 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Students Raise Funds for TK Staff Battling Cancer]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/656373</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/656373</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[TKHS students went above and beyond their normal service learning day experiences in December and this year gave back to TK staff.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/1TiEEGEWfy5B1IoOQKoGdV6YCbEAkUbqEMZwxTFTe3hu5SLS.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2017 13:41:53 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Art Students Earn Honors]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/656368</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/656368</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Six TKHS entries in the Scholastic Art Contest earned honors. TK students made 12 submissions to the competition this year with half of them earning honors. Four students received those awards for their works.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/8pu9Okf8wIJSTjufRlkiOz5ZJMQBRUTYy64u5qotEfwkbRgg.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2017 13:39:45 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Alumni Playing at Cotton Bowl with WMU]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/652228</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/652228</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Noah Miller has grown up watching Western Michigan University football games with his parents having season tickets. Now, Miller and Heather Price, both TKHS alumni class of 2016, will have the chance of a lifetime as members of the WMU Bronco Band to play during a prestigious bowl game.
   WMU will take on Wisconsin in the Cotton Bowl at 1 p.m. Jan. 2. The game will be televised on ESPN.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/FYlikXd4wfXpiyGBVXllDdbwaPn1kGe55alMkvPMoWueXiqc.png" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Dec 2016 12:22:27 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Making Toys Has Special Meaning for Woods Student]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/650639</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/650639</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Trevor Hodges is putting a little extra care and attention into every detail while making this year's rocking wooden toys in the TK woods classes. He knows exactly what these special toys mean to kids in the community.
"My little sister got one of these when we didn't really have a whole lot and I know how much she loved it," said Hodges."She was about 4."]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/0TVEXLWVylE4Zr81vwOFVhb9OBhzdWiql3SSUvQl1OsS4HWc.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Sat, 17 Dec 2016 11:17:54 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Village Officials Give Students Lesson in Local Government]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/640032</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/640032</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School government classes got lessons straight from the people in government this week. Middleville village officials visited the high school students to talk about their roles in local government, why local government is important and how young people can get involved.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/vSBRp8n5Aq0ZYgkqj6ST4UmY65XecmV3FI0FqtAJ1AQiwAK6.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 18 Nov 2016 15:16:06 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[PBIS Fundraiser!]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/640019</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/640019</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[In our pursuit to continue to grow our Positive Behavior Program, we are starting a new fundraiser to support our building-wide incentives.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/Rp0AMMG6lJIpEiO7xxoFlOuyqyXKKB53Z0LB3OTCeVeKID3K.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 22 Nov 2016 11:09:36 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Inducts Newest National Honor Society Members]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/639663</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/639663</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School inducted 58 new members to the Elizabeth Thurber chapter of the National Honor Society. The new inductees include 10 seniors and 48 juniors, bringing the chapter's members for 2016-17 to 106 students with 58 seniors and 48 juniors. To be eligible for National Honor Society, students must maintain a 3.5 cumulative grade point average, and perform at least 20 hours of community service per year.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/vwiwRnwPlxGgcVJpL3Kuaj9FEpWEeTPDHPRAdv3Ad93XAUB6.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 18 Nov 2016 09:10:52 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Students and Community Say "Thank You" to Veterans]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/636993</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/636993</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[As Thornapple Kellogg High School students emptied the gymnasium, many of them took a minute to shake hands with a veteran and say a simple "thank you" before heading back to class Friday morning after the sixth annual Veterans Day community program.
Phil Sikkema was quickly flanked by three of his grandsons - Davis and Grant Mulder, a freshman and junior at  TKHS, and their cousin Jared VanTil, who is a senior homeschooled student from outside the TK district.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/oYD0poLJ38cb6XPAMGCwt18Jp1il7QgbtLijoRr6uEdRxmx2.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 22 Nov 2016 11:11:09 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[2016 HS Fall Play - 'Emma']]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/628615</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/628615</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[TKHS Players Ticket Reservation Form]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2016 12:38:11 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Order your 2016-17 Yearbook!!]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/625464</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/625464</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Select the links below to order your yearbook or create a student recognition ad!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2016 07:31:48 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Veteran's Day Assembly]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/619903</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/619903</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[TKHS is excited to host their 6th Annual Veterans Day Assembly on Friday, November 11th........]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/5joYvM6h6J0wOlWfN5gHouvpq7zG91oEE2SIxMnGUi1GSuJg.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 22 Nov 2016 11:12:37 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[New Attendance Policy]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/594227</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/594227</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 04 Aug 2016 16:27:24 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[PowerSchool Parent Portal Update]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/591652</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/591652</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Parents, please take a few minutes to create your new Parent Portal account.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Jul 2016 14:59:00 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Registration]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/590913</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/590913</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Summer Registration Information for 2016-17]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Jul 2016 11:43:53 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Class of 2016 Receives Honors and Awards]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/580751</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/580751</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Several thousands of dollars in scholarships and numerous awards were handed out to deserving Thornapple Kellogg High School students at Tuesday’s Honors Night.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/skdm48h1lIYBFr5iH98GgX9SkH3ilNDstyfK3IlujnNq0CM0.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 26 May 2016 11:40:42 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Female Students Debunking Industrial Arts Misconceptions]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/578828</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/578828</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Engineering fields are still typically a male-dominated world, but a couple of Thornapple Kellogg High School female students are debunking the myth the classes are only for males and they’re hoping their successes lead to more females in these classes.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/wptp5hzBOWjauQfcOkG77XXZow2Bg9yfUXBvS82mBCvQIWEh.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 20 May 2016 12:54:55 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK District Arts Festival Showcases Student Talent]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/576810</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/576810</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The TK District Art Festival will showcase student talent, creativity, and craftsmanship from students in kindergarten through 12th grades. The Sunday, May 22  event is open from noon to 3 p.m. in the high school. Artwork from all grade levels will be displayed in the Main Street area of the high school. There will be face painting and artwork for sale.  Woodworking, engineering, and architecture projects will also be displayed. The high school concert choir performs at 2 p.m. and the honors choir at 3 p.m. Please plan to attend and see TK talent on display.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/XJsggqsHUjLi8npVZKaJs4Vds0DJ0I7U0U7ohNfItM9KVZgp.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 16 May 2016 11:19:50 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK District Arts Festival Showcases Student Talent]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/576809</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/576809</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The TK District Art Festival will showcase student talent, creativity, and craftsmanship from students in kindergarten through 12th grades. The Sunday, May 22  event is open from noon to 3 p.m. in the high school. Artwork from all grade levels will be displayed in the Main Street area of the high school. There will be face painting and artwork for sale.  Woodworking, engineering, and architecture projects will also be displayed. The high school concert choir performs at 2 p.m. and the honors choir at 3 p.m. Please plan to attend and see TK talent on display.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/XJsggqsHUjLi8npVZKaJs4Vds0DJ0I7U0U7ohNfItM9KVZgp.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 16 May 2016 11:19:39 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Final Concerts of the Year Scheduled]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/576796</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/576796</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[There's not much time left to hear the great sounds from TKHS bands and choirs.  So don't miss the last concerts of the year:
8 p.m. Tuesday, May 17 - Symphonic Band
8 p.m. Thursday, May 19 - Jazz Band
2 p.m. Sunday, May 22 - Concert Choir
3 p.m. Sunday, May 23 - Honors Choir
Wednesday, June 1 - Concert Band]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 16 May 2016 11:13:48 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[School Improvement Survey]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/574626</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/574626</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 10 May 2016 09:15:10 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Staged Drunk Driving Crash Teaches Important Life Lessons]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/568189</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/568189</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[An auditorium filled with high school students could never have been more quiet, still, and solemn as Thornapple Kellogg High School's Thursday afternoon. Everyone knew the horrific three-car crash outside Thornapple Kellogg High School was staged and that Hanna McCrath wasn't really killed or Jacob Gipe really sent to prison for drunk driving.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/AZHnkH2LKtykg6Q5nTypbcQ4tf2z7N4H6IzyvmFKE4CO9e4C.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Apr 2016 17:06:31 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[MIAFS Gives Back to TK Music Program]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/566246</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/566246</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Michigan Insurance & Financial Services, through their MIAFS Gives Back educational grant initiative, presented  TKHS Music Director Ray Rickert with a check for $500. Rickert said funds will be used to  purchase music stands and other supplies.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/ZK1ou2yjHlMWtW8FetwY7KvxQfdMUvuthOv0kWN0NZiyMvAr.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Apr 2016 11:17:07 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS To Host Mock Drunk-Driving Accident]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/566243</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/566243</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Don't be alarmed if you see police, fire and EMS at Thornapple Kellogg Schools Thursday afternoon. At about 1 p.m. the high school will host a mock accident on the service drive between the middle and high school buildings. Emergency crews will arrive just as they would to a real accident scene.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Apr 2016 11:15:19 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Class of 2020 Curriculum Guide]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/559636</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/559636</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 30 Mar 2016 07:12:02 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[8th Grade Orientation Night!]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/552520</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/552520</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Mar 2016 15:10:36 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Big Screen Dreams Come True for Two TKHS Students]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/540606</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/540606</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The movie “Rodeo Girl” had plenty of West Michigan connections, including performances by two Thornapple Kellogg High School students, when it debuted Saturday night. Kaleigh Aldridge and Derek Brandon, TKHS juniors, walked the red carpet before the premiere showing of the Joel Reisig film, then signed autographs and posed for photos with fans after the showing.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/iOmW7PQXXLLKHfbcJCUZ7gHXzyRvQuISrr7120na4j4AKiL0.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2016 21:32:38 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[SAT Resources]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/540160</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/540160</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Resources available for parents and students to assist in preparation for the new SAT.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2016 08:19:05 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[OK CONFERENCE BASKETBALL SURVEY 2016]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/539707</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/539707</guid>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/50Y7jlwQ4OeN1tWY6tqxH22gel6DsqseaofaeEIBbZL1qWhN.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2016 11:30:51 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Evening Activities for February 1, 2016]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/537872</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/537872</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[High school athletic events will be held as scheduled. 
All other evening activities are canceled.
The Davenport dual enrollment class is canceled tonight.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2016 10:39:10 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Students Advance to BPA State Contest]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/535398</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/535398</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[TKHS was represented by 17 students at the BPA contest at Davenport University with nine individuals earning the right to advance to the state contest.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/fZdmYeCZKXMq9sekH6pY8UhV1P1lhVzOdhDPn9KZSw5Kgroo.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2016 16:33:10 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Students Earn Spots in State Honors Choir]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/535392</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/535392</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Four Thornapple Kellogg High School students earned places on the State Honors Choir. Students selected for the honor had to go through two sets of competitive auditions. Only 300 of the top Michigan choir students are chosen to participate. The State Honors Choir performed at DeVos Hall last weekend.  Being named to the state choir were seniors Jacob Emery, Heather Price, Hailey Strimpel and freshman Grace Hauschild. CONGRATULATIONS!]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/HF3rR1WlrRpKVMszrXIIdZsUjUNeXm1yMfjIGftsEdsbkilC.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2016 16:29:03 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Junior Ready to Release Newest Film]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/535381</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/535381</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[In the midst of studying for finals, Thornapple Kellogg High School junior Derek Brandon is looking forward to a red carpet premiere release of the film "Rodeo Girl," in which he has a leading role.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/xzwllgDjtFLdpMvKDQ2REaCqIPJRKcy1tqI3rQMEIaOMsR4M.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2016 16:25:01 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Students Take Part in Season of Giving]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/527288</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/527288</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School students didn't open a book the day before their Christmas break, but they learned some very valuable lessons about giving to others.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/8WvnkU2kX9T1EA0dwpg0J8x3uz9WDLvTRYq2cxYwETsgwne9.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 23 Dec 2015 13:01:03 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Santa and Elves Make Early Deliveries]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/527285</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/527285</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Students dressed in colorful elf costumes, along with Santa, piled out of a Thornapple Kellogg school bus stopped in front of a Middleville home after dark. From the back of the bus, the students unloaded a wooden rocking toy and carried it to the front door.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/zI5lOPS6TD9XRdGCsAYmOAK97CHGNFKw1TDJMyoVOLQvdOTi.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 23 Dec 2015 11:28:58 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Congressman Brings Real Experiences to Government Class]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/517692</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/517692</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[U.S. Congressman Justin Amash gave Thornapple Kellogg High School government students the straight scoop on being a Congressman and may have inspired a few to have an interest in politics.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/LUEP5lKosQNfAVOoC8jMmyldkAfoT1pFq3Kl90gRv0lROMZf.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2015 11:33:08 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[High School Film Crew Scores Success in Live Broadcast]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/517691</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/517691</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Students put their classroom skills to a live broadcasting test and found they were well prepared for the challenges.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/ZwB56bW5VzwlhE5MNl2zHFBqxHgk2quuxEPpnoPbOlhS4xSn.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2015 11:30:53 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Veterans Welcomed, Honored and Thanked at TKHS program]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/515895</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/515895</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[More than 70 veterans, many proudly wearing their uniforms, stood or waved as one-by-one their names were read in front of the entire Thornapple Kellogg High School student body and many community members Wednesday morning.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/ahNoXJgspPVA9R1IQQj7zLTEbWNSxW6BBne6IFjTbOsh73sq.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2015 18:09:38 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Veterans Day Assembly]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/504013</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/504013</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[TKHS is excited to host their 5th Annual Veterans Day Assembly on Wednesday, November 11th........]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/klVDlkyjnUmA1CmGdeWrukkT1hxCB1OdmlNrjgmPb0tTfRRD.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2015 09:36:01 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TK Alumni Come Home for Exhibition College Game]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/512657</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/512657</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Fans watching the Ferris State versus Spring Arbor  game at Thornapple Kellogg High School Tuesday night were the real winners - getting a chance to see former TK athletes in action at the college level.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/xdNWwriGjj6z09h6n3rjnUjl6h1d8ssMk1sIfxQbEkGaASKA.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2015 10:53:17 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS to Present "Our Town"]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/510334</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/510334</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High School will present “Our Town”  at 7 p.m. Nov. 6 and 7 in the performing arts center. Tickets are $5 for students and $7 for adults.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/9TcnvzAuu11RgnjwMN9BbnSXewAHZHJRigZdVBl1kct55bsR.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2015 14:05:02 -0500</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[National Honor Society Members Inducted]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/509875</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/509875</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Thornapple Kellogg High Schools' Elizabeth Thurber Chapter of the National Honor Society inducted 59 new members this week including 11 seniors and 48 juniors. This brings the total number of active members to 111.  It's a great accomplishment to be a member in this organization. Congratulations to all the new members!]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/4Ib0KOdAPrbZdfaF5XoQWDEo8Gl75eE0KtdqbkqOVUe36ht6.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2015 13:40:02 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Former TK Athletes Return to Home Court in Exhibition Game]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/509821</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/509821</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Four former Thornapple Kellogg athletes will return to their home court in an exhibition college basketball game with Ferris State University facing off against Spring Arbor University at 7 p.m. Nov. 3.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/mIUWWtLXhWzzaibxKnm2wQBeag3J994n2dF3P58o9vm6krIX.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2015 12:11:41 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Cross Country Teams Sweep Conference]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/506586</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/506586</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Both the boys and girls cross country teams are conference champions!  Both teams won the titles at the conference meet Tuesday. Tannah Adgate and Olivia Lamberg finished in the top 10 for the girls and Luke Noah, Erik Walter and Joe Gaikema in the top 10 for the boys. Congratulations!]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/eFbP1T7uKjCvciU1VeDZ8rrOsKAOgWH8UOjBreyl1K2fHg0b.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2015 07:39:03 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Congratulations 2015 Homecoming Court]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/496565</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/496565</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Members of the 2015 Homecoming Court were announced. The king and queen will be crowned during halftime of Friday night's football game. Members of the court are seniors Brittney Wellman, Libby Betcher, Maddie Barber, Nate Raymond, Noah Macomber, and Troy Boonstra; juniors Evelyn Kissinger and Chance Bivens; sophomores Haven Dipiazza and Jeremy VanSickle; and freshmen Jocelyn Novisky and Jack Schneider.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/jyLqf8i4QDoGFRAFd4MykhYwWo1HD4tNqNRYPXtrODYFyAIn.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2015 18:37:37 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Homecoming - Friday, September 25]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/494161</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/494161</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2015 08:01:31 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Veteran's Football Game]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/488703</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/488703</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2015 12:48:01 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS 2015-16 School Year Info!]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/483419</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/483419</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The 2015-16 school year is fast approaching.  We have made some changes in the registration process, so please check out Mr. Petersen's informational letters to stay up to date!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2015 09:24:18 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[SAT Resources]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/473574</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/473574</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Check out the new SAT resources page. The page will be updated regularly to provide you and your student(s) with the most up to date information and resources regarding SAT.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2015 08:24:18 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Seniors Look Forward to OM World Finals and Graduation All in Same Week]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/468303</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/468303</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Competing at the Odyssey of the Mind World Finals will be the exclamation point to the end of the senior year for three Thornapple Kellogg High School students. "I would skip graduation if I had to, to go to worlds. It's that important to me," said Amy Cutlip who has participated on OM teams for 11 years and is going to the world finals for her third time.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/Z7FKWmOZdAKVyEIUoimkJJ2Ixjhb03cRAG53JwknTZmKpRnh.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2015 13:02:23 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Great works displayed at arts festival!]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/467494</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/467494</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[TK students displayed a lot of talent at the district arts festival Sunday. Thanks to everyone who came out to support all the TK students!]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/XTRWUHihPqVhXur09QwGknDbQOx8GuK9acJisAWNTmlfC4gA.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2015 13:04:02 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[School's Out For Seniors!]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/467083</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/467083</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations Class of 2015! You made it! Good luck in your future! Whatever your plans may be - remember you are TK STRONG!!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2015 15:46:44 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Class of 2015 Honors Top 10 Students]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/467021</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/467021</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to the Top 10 graduating seniors from Thornapple Kellogg High School class of 2015. Read more about these amazing students, their accomplishments and their future plans.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/V2MyfungY9B18MgCw8q3k7WGBT1J901VLgVLMJ0Rei4gplhk.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2015 13:58:02 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Art Teacher Earns Teacher of the Year Honor]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/466693</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/466693</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[TKHS art teacher Barb Maring was named the Kent County Education Association High School Teacher of the Year. Maring, who has taught for 22 years, was honored at the Kent County Education Association spring banquet May 5.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/URg8kR3vgVHVuPwU00fmqov1W24szPIDhBAnZxfbD504QtOV.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2015 15:48:21 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[TKHS Senior Earns KCEA Scholarship Honor]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/466689</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/466689</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[TKHS senior Carley Dole received the Sandy Wilson Dependent Scholarship from the Kent County Education Association. The award was presented at the annual KCEA spring banquet May 5.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/X75d1LBQkgZbvFvUU70lDpWXwaqeNZnQiliQZxX7jykLZQmW.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2015 15:44:58 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Allegan, Barry Youth Summit Empowers Teens to Lead Positive Lives]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/466139</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/466139</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[More than 300 students from 12 Barry and Allegan county high schools gathered recently to learn to empower themselves and others around them. It was the sixth year of the Youth Summit for Barry County and the second year the two counties have joined forces to focus on promoting positive behaviors in youth.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/W9LAahevodEJHj1qJ8SXY86osAl7CtTaoUpeeCwKEjiQ11H3.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2015 11:08:54 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Vote for the TKHS Girls Soccer Team]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/465657</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/465657</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Vote for the TKHS Girls Soccer Team in the MLIVE (grand rapids press) "Team of the Week" contest. The winner will be featured in the sports section and the front page of the GR Press. Click the link below and vote. You can vote 1 time an hour until May 15.
http://bit.ly/1H3H741]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2015 07:16:29 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Students Embrace After School "Magic"]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/465402</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/465402</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[There's a little bit of magic happening weekly after school in George Dudik's Thornapple Kellogg High School classroom. It's not the kind of magic with hocus pocus or pulling rabbits out of hats. "Magic" is a kind of fantasy, trading card game popular with many students and adults.]]></description>
				
					<media:content medium="image" url="https://1.cdn.edl.io/Bwf0to2LXqj5gntC5eAK2NoIX7jczh6hhAhIugr71LcIJNC5.jpg" />


				<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2015 14:26:41 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Daily Announcements]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/453414</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/453414</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Select the link below to view the TKTV News Facebook page for your TKHS daily announcements!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2015 08:21:56 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Mr. Petersen's Friday Notes!]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/453025</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/453025</guid>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2015 10:10:27 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
		
			<item>
				<title><![CDATA[Welcome to the New Thornapple Kellogg HS Website!]]></title>
				<link>http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/449783</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://tkhs.tkschools.org/apps/news/article/449783</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Check back often as we update our new site.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2015 15:02:41 -0400</pubDate>
			</item>
	</channel>
</rss>
