Kirkwood “Turkey Day Countdown” 2011

The first officially recorded Thanksgiving Day football game between Kirkwood High School (KHS) and neighboring Webster Groves High School (WGHS) was held in 1907. Since then, with only a few exceptions, the two schools have met each year on the football field to compete for the “Turkey Day Championship” and the coveted Frisco Bell trophy. More than just a football game, Turkey Day has become a celebration of spirit and pride for both communities.

In anticipation of the 2011 Turkey Day Game, KHS students and alumni begin the “Turkey Day Game” countdown in November with special activities throughout the month and during Spirit Week, Nov. 21-25.

Student Council Football Sales for Muscular Dystrophy Association

—Oct. 25 through Nov. 24 (halftime at game)
The KHS Student Council sponsors a friendly competition between KHS and WGHS students to see which school can raise the most funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Student Council members at both schools sell paper MDA footballs for $1 for several weeks before the big Turkey Day Game. The high school that raises the most money is announced during halftime at the Turkey Day Game. In addition to the competition between the two high schools, the grade levels at KHS compete. The grade-level winner receives a trophy during the Turkey Day Pep Assembly held in the KHS Varsity Gym on Spirit Day.

This year, the KHS Student Council sought out fundraising partners and two local restaurants are participating.

Chik-fil-a restaurant, 11997 Manchester Road, is hosting a MDA fundraiser on Wednesday, November 16 from 4-8pm.  Mention Kirkwood at the register and they will donate 15% of the sale to Kirkwood's MDA fundraising efforts.

Racanelli's New York Pizzeria, 111 N. Kirkwood Road, has agreed to donate 20% of all sales from November 12-22 to Kirkwood's MDA fundraising efforts.  Customers must present a flyer with any dine-in, carryout, or delivery purchase.  To download and print the flyer, visit:  http://www.kirkwoodschools.org/khs/parents/flyers/

Kirkwood Youth Service Canned Food Drive

—November through December throughout KHS
The Kirkwood Youth Service Club (KYS) kicks off their fourth annual canned food drive in competition with Webster Groves during November. KYS students donate their collection in December to KirkCare, a local food pantry that serves families in the Kirkwood School District. The start of the food drive competition between the two schools adds to the excitement of Turkey Day.

KHS and WGHS Friendship Dance

—Saturday, Nov. 5, 8-11 p.m. at Webster Groves High School
The traditional Kirkwood and Webster Groves High Schools Friendship Dance is held at the high school not hosting the Turkey Day Game, which is Kirkwood High School for 2011. The dance provides an opportunity for students from the two schools to meet and celebrate together before the big game. Each school names a Friendship Court and selects a “Friendship Queen and King” from the court.

KHS SPIRIT WEEK - Nov. 21-25

Tacky Day and Hall Decorating

—Monday, Nov. 21, at KHS
Students and staff wear orange and black (WGHS colors) to school. From 3:30 to 9 p.m., KHS clubs and grade levels decorate the halls with spectacular displays emphasizing a Turkey Day theme and team pride.

KHS Spirit Day

—Tuesday, Nov. 22, at KHS
Students and staff wear the school colors red and white to show Kirkwood spirit and pride. Go Pioneers!

KHS Pep Assembly

—Tuesday, Nov. 22, 1:40-2:40 p.m. in Dave Holley Assembly Hall at KHS
Students and staff gather in the Holley Assembly Hall for a mini pep rally and skits.

Kirkwood School District Foundation Turkey Day Chili Bowl Cook-Off

—Wednesday, Nov. 23, 5:30-8 p.m.
KSD Foundation will host the 15th annual Turkey Day Chili Bowl Cook-Off in the KHS Denver Miller Gym. Participants can sample chili prepared by area restaurants and vote for the best chili in town. Proceeds from the KSDF Chili Bowl Cook-Off benefit KSD students and staff. More information on Chili Bowl and tickets will be available soon.

KHS Pep Rally and Bonfire

—Wednesday, Nov. 23, 7-9 p.m.
Pep Rally in the Dave Holley Assembly Hall followed by traditional bonfire on field behind Holley Assembly Hall.

Turkey Day Football Alumni Breakfast

—Thursday, Nov. 24, 8 a.m.
KHS Pioneer football alumni and friends gather with the 2011 KHS Football Pioneer team members for breakfast in the KHS cafeteria. The KHS Football Alumni sponsor the event.

Thanksgiving Day and Turkey Day Game

—Thursday, Nov. 24, Noon at Lyons Field at Kirkwood High School
Kickoff for the main event—the Turkey Day Game—is at noon at Lyons Field at Kirkwood High School. The 2011 Football Pioneers, coached by Matt Irvin, plan on victory and bringing the prized Frisco Bell back to KHS.

Tickets for the Turkey Day Game go on sale Nov. 1 in the KHS athletic office from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets are $7 in advance or $10 at the game. Tickets are also available at the district's central office and in elementary and middle school offices. Proceeds from advance tickets sold in the Kirkwood School District are contributed to KHS programs. Proceeds from tickets sold at the gate are divided between Kirkwood and Webster Groves.

For more information about Turkey Day tickets, call the KHS Athletic Dept. at 314-213-6116.

KHS Soccer Alumni Games

—Friday, Nov. 25, Noon
All KHS soccer alumni and friends are invited to play or cheer from the sidelines in the 6th annual Coach Frank Czapla Memorial Soccer Game. alumni will meet at Frank Czapla Field at noon. Two games (men's and women's) will be played simultaneously on the upper field and the stadium turf field. The cost is $15 and includes a long-sleeve T-shirt. Proceeds from the games benefit all KHS soccer programs. For game and ticket information, contact Phil Cotta, KHS soccer coach, at phil.cotta@kirkwoodschools.org or by phone at 314-213-6100, ext. 1213.

Kirkwood-Webster Alumni Football Game

—Friday, Nov. 25, 2 p.m.
All KHS and WGHS alumni are invited to participate in the 5th annual Kirkwood-Webster Alumni Football Game to be held on KHS Lyons Field at 2 p.m. RSVP to Matt Lechner at moneillech@yahoo.com or call 314-832-2069.

KHS Water Polo Alumni Games

–Friday, Nov. 25, 3:30 p.m.
All KHS water polo alumni and friends are invited to participate in the annual Turkey Day Water Polo Game to be held at St. Louis Community College Meramec. Warms-ups are at 2:45 p.m. with the game scheduled for 3:30 p.m. To register for the game, send email to khspolo@gmail.com or call 314-822-0221.