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The combined middle school choirs perform together.
Students work on building roller coasters in their physics of roller coaster class.
A group of students plan how to build a tower with limited supplies.
Three TKMS students are showing their TK spirit for homecoming week.
TKMS band performs in concert.
An aerial view shows the beautiful middle school and surrounding grounds.
Students act out the tea party scene in Alice in Wonderland.
An author speaks with MS students about using their imagination.
Members of the TKMS bass fishing club pose for a photo after a tournament.
A group of boys enjoy pizza and pop at the MS Activity event.
Four girls gather with candy and pop during the MS activity event.
TKMS students built roller coasters in their physics of roller coasters class.
A group of female students have their faces painted and are wearing TK apparel, tattoos and beads for homecoming spirit day.
TKMS students brought in ethnic food in their study of different cultures class.
Two boys play a game of "Battleship" during the activity night event.
Students nervously wait for their tower to be measured.
MS students enjoy a gam of volleyball during the activity night.
Two students plant seeds in the middle school garden.
Alice meets Humpty Dumpty in the MS play of "Alice in Wonderland."
Four TKMS students show their TK spirit by wearing their TK apparel and decorations.
A student plants flowers in the Middle School garden.
Three boys are dressed in their TK apparel for homecoming week.
TKMS football players wear their jerseys for homecoming week.
The TK Trojan mascot rode in the homecoming parade.
MS spelling bee contestants.
Three students work together to build a tower with limited supplies.
Two students try their hand at broadcasting at the annual Career Quest event in Grand Rapids.
TKMS Band performs in the high school auditorium.
Students work on building roller coasters in their physics of roller coasters class.
MS students bag up donated winter clothing items to deliver to students in need.
Students learn about a variety of career options at the annual Career Quest in Grand Rapids.
TKMS students perform "Alice in Wonderland."
A group of TKMS students wear their TK t-shirts and football jerseys for homecoming week.
TKMS students have some fun during their final spring band concert. Two boys are wearing giant foam cowboy hats and "playing" giant-sized sticks.

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Three students look closely in their water sample for insects.

MS Students Uncover What’s in the Water

Do you ever wonder what’s swimming around in the lake, creek or pond water? Thornapple Kellogg Middle School 6th graders took a deep dive into some local water samples and were amazed at all they found.
Members of the TKHS 2025 Homecoming Court.

2025 Homecoming is Oct. 10

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!
TK Superintendent Robert Pouch speaks to staff members before the start of the 2025-26 school year.

TK Staff Welcomed Back for 2025-26 School Year

“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.
New teachers took part in orientation and training this week.

TK Welcomes New Teachers for 2025-26 School Year

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.
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A message from Middle School Principal Kelli Arnold-Wegner

Thornapple Kellogg Middle School
Welcome to Thornapple Kellogg Middle School!
Our middle school has grades 6, 7 and 8 and is filled with enthusiasm for learning and positive behaviors. Each grade level has a separate wing for core subjects with a common wing for our numerous exploratory classes such as choir, band, art, Spanish and 21st Century Skills. Our staff strives to ensure academic, physical, social and emotional growth and development for all students in a secure, creative and challenging environment. We work to develop positive self-images for all students so they can become responsible, lifelong learners. Our staff uses the PBIS program to help students develop core values for themselves and others and we teach and reward students for positive behavior. 
We are glad you're here! We welcome volunteer parent and community involvement so please stop in to see us soon!