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

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TK Odyssey of the Mind teams pose for a group photo.

TK OM Teams Gear Up for Competition

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.
Students work on their crochet projects in their Middle School crochet club.

Middle School Crochet Club: Therapeutic, Relaxing and Creative

Delanie Gless effortlessly guided her crochet needles through the loops of yarn over and over again. “I don’t know what I’m making yet. I’m just crocheting. Maybe it will be a blanket or a scarf. Who knows?” said the TK Middle School student.
TKMS Honors Club students enjoy a day outing.

TKMS Celebrates 2nd Quarter Honors Club

Thornapple Kellogg Middle School Honors Club members spent the day at Lucky Strike in Grand Rapids. There they bowled, played video and arcade games, ate snacks and were able to enjoy spending time with friends.
Dayne Fletke, Kristi Palmbos and Nathan Boersma are pictured with Merritt Matrix founders Jordan and Kenan Smith.

TK Staff Humbled by ‘The Thank You Project’ Recognition

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.
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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!