About Us
About Kickapoo
School History
Kickapoo High School opened in 1971, the name of Springfield Public Schools' youngest high school is drawn from the history and tradition of the land upon which the school is located. In the early 1800s, this land, known as the Kickapoo Prairie, was inhabited by the Kickapoo Indian tribe with a large village located in the approximate area of the school grounds. The area was the center of an Indian trace running from St. Louis to the Arkansas River -- a trace used by several Native American tribes during their winter hunting trips.
The school's mascot, the Chief, is derived from the highest designation of the historical Kickapoo people. Even the school colors are tied to the past, with the colors of dark brown and sunburst gold representing the tones of earth and sun -- elements essential to the farming tribe for which the school is named.
Kickapoo Traditions
Chief Night Activities
Chief Night is our annual back-to-school celebration, planned by the Student Council Cabinet to welcome everyone into a new school year. The excitement begins with a First Day Assembly that features the introduction of the new Freshman Class, recognition of all fall sports teams and new faculty, and spirited performances by the band, color guard, poms, and cheerleaders.
A few weeks into the school year, the fun continues with Chief Night on the practice football field, transformed into a carnival-style event filled with games, music, food trucks, and plenty of school spirit. Tickets for Chief Night will be available during Orientation Week and in the days leading up to the event.
Homecoming Week Activities
Homecoming Week is a week-long celebration filled with activities that showcase our school spirit. Spirit Days are planned by the Student Council Cabinet, and students can also take part in a door-decorating contest, with the winning class earning prizes. The assembly is held the day before the game, introduces the Homecoming Court, with class-selected attendants and senior Queen candidates, followed by student voting and the Queen’s coronation at halftime of the game.
The week concludes with the Homecoming Dance the evening after the game; tickets are sold at lunch and require cleared fees along with acceptable attendance and conduct. The dance is semi-formal, and outside guests must submit an approved Guest Approval Form before purchasing tickets.
Courtwarming Week Activities
Courtwarming Week is a schoolwide celebration featuring Spirit Days, a door-decorating contest, a pep assembly, the basketball game, and the Courtwarming Dance. The Courtwarming Assembly is held the day before the game and introduces the Court, with class-selected attendants and senior King candidates, followed by student voting and the King’s coronation at halftime of the game.
The week concludes with the Courtwarming Dance on the evening of the game; tickets are sold at lunch and require cleared fees and acceptable attendance and conduct. The dance is semi-formal, and outside guests must submit an approved Guest Approval Form before purchasing tickets.