ONE CAMPUS, FIVE SCHOOLS!!! RSVP NOW FOR THE KMHS CAMPUS EXPO – NOVEMBER 5TH FROM 5:30-7PM @KETTLE MORAINE HIGH SCHOOL. KM invites all residents and non-residents to attend a presentation at 5:30, then take some time to talk with administrators, staff, and students from all five of our high schools! This is a great opportunity for middle school families to get a personalized tour of the KMHS Campus, including all of our career pathways and subject areas. Learn more about our programs, curriculum, and offerings! Get information on the many athletic teams, clubs & activities that are available! To learn more about the many choices at the KMHS Campus, visit our website at https://www.kmsd.edu/page/kmhs-campus-choices or RSVP at https://forms.gle/nWqLXdstiEG2oAMn9.
DOUSMAN FUN RUN!!! Dousman Elementary's annual event has become one of the most anticipated days of the year for students. The obstacle course challenges evoke grit and perseverance, filling the day with excitement, laughter, and smiles. It was a beautiful day full of sunshine and school spirit. The Fun Run truly brings the Dousman community together and thanks to generous parent donations, raffle baskets, and business sponsorships, we raised an incredible $25,000 this year! Way to go, Bullfrogs!!
START YOUR HOLIDAY SHOPPING AT THE LASER LOCKER!!! We have KM branded gifts in all price ranges for all ages. Stop in next week to beat the holiday rush.
COSTUME CONCERT!!! In the spirit of the season, KMMS Band students performed their annual Costume Concerts Monday and Tuesday! Their hard work and dedication in preparing their music (and their costumes) provided entertaining events for our KM Community!
TOP CHEF!!! On October 28, members of the Army National Guard visited Mrs. Jordan’s Foods for Life classroom to host a “Top Chef” competition featuring military MREs (Meals Ready to Eat). Students worked in teams to create a three-course meal for the judges, showcasing their creativity, teamwork, and the culinary skills they’ve developed throughout the course. The event was filled with laughter, friendly competition, and valuable learning experiences as students discovered new ways to adapt and innovate with limited ingredients. It was a fun learning experience for all!
KM DECA ANNUAL FOOD DRIVE! The annual food drive for KM DECA began on October 13th and ended today. The drive has been happening annually at Kettle Moraine High School for over 50 years and continues to grow. Students who are a part of DECA or who are in one of Mr. Ksobiech' marketing classes have the opportunity to give back to their community by distributing bags for food donations in nearby neighborhoods and then collecting the filled bags to be transported to Waukesha Food Pantry to help those in need. We are very thankful to Pick 'N Save for providing the bags we use for collection and Target for providing the trailer that transports the food to Waukesha Food Pantry. One important aspect of our DECA chapter is community service and we were able to collect more than 9,000lbs of food!!
STATE CROSS COUNTRY QUALIFIER!!! Graham Kelchen qualified for the state meet this weekend, taking 8th. His time of 16:01.30 is also a new KM Cross Country school record!!
JOIN LYBA BASKETBALL!!! Register by 10/27 for Laser Youth Basketball. All students in grades 1-8 are welcome. The season begins in December and concludes in February. Grades 3-8 will practice one night per week with Saturday morning games and will be followed by a season ending tournament. Grades 1-2 will meet on Saturday mornings for one hour with practice and game play. Our emphasis will be on knowledge and execution of basketball skills, rules, sportsmanship, fair play and attitude. Eight foot baskets will be used. Sign up today at https://kmsd.revtrak.net/rwcommunityeducation/
NO BULLY CLUB AT WALES!! Wales campus had a No Bully assembly with Perform students. The kids observed skits and were provided an anti-bullying lesson by Mrs. Mathison. The activity closed with the debut of the No Bully Club song. It was a great One KM mentoring opportunity that helped teach students how certain behaviors can be hurtful to others .
KMHS CAMPUS MUSICAL THE WIZARD OF OZ!!! November 13-15 7:00 PM, November 16 2:00 PM @ Kettle Moraine Prism Arts Center. We're off to see the wizard! This beloved tale, in which a Kansas farm girl travels over the rainbow to discover the magical power of home, has entertained audiences for generations. Ticket Information: Adults $15, Seniors (65+) $12, Students (through grade 12) $12. Purchase Tickets at https://kmsd.booktix.com All seats are reserved. Tickets can also be purchased in the auditorium lobby one hour prior to performance start time. Please note: In person ticket sales will be cash or check only. Patrons wishing to purchase via credit card will be directed to the online purchasing site.
INFO NIGHTS AND OPEN HOUSES!!! We have a number of exciting events coming up to introduce students to our KM High School Choices. The KMHS Campus Expo on November 5th is a great opportunity for middle school families to explore the high school and learn more about our charter schools. In addition, we have our K-12 KM Showcase for all families and community members on February 18th! These are fantastic opportunities to learn about our schools and have conversations with students, staff, and administrators.
BOOSTER CLUB LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR 26-27!!! The Kettle Moraine Booster Club has several leadership openings for the 2026 school year. It is seeking individuals interested in supporting our student-athletes through fundraising, volunteer coordination, and enhancing athletic opportunities across the district. Open positions include: President, Vice President, Treasurer. If you are passionate about athletics and supporting our programs, we encourage you to consider getting involved by submitting a form at https://forms.gle/MejVqqXTma4Gyv25A.
KMHS CAMPUS STAFF PROMOTE BOOK!!! The book release party for Finish the Mission is on October 24th at Delafield Brewhaus, and will feature a band, food, art from the novel, and a book signing with Michael Weber and Brian Zeiler. The duo are promoting their second fantasy novel for young readers. Both authors are educators at the KMHS Campus. Michael Weber teaches high school history, creative writing, and film while Brian Zeiler teaches high school English, guided reading, creative writing, and science fiction. Pre-orders are open now, with a Fall 2025 release, at https://www.orangehatpublishing.com/product/finish-the-mission/.
AP PARENT INFORMATION NIGHT WELL ATTENDED!!! We had an excellent turnout last night for the AP Info Night in the Prism Art Center. Dr. Plum and Ms. Kopidlansky shared an informative presentation on how to navigate the AP system, manage coursework, and maximize the benefits, both academically and financially, from this valuable program. Many parents stayed to talk with staff, ask questions, and gain additional insights afterward. If you missed last night's event, please visit the AP page on our website for the presentation and information https://hs.kmsd.edu/o/kmhs/page/advanced-placement-program. AP tests have potentially saved KM 9-12 students $1.5M in tuition, based on last year's test-takers! Advanced Placement programming is facilitated by The College Board, a non-profit organization that helps high school students succeed academically by providing courses with college-level rigor and the opportunity to earn college credits. KM strongly encourages our students to challenge themselves by taking AP courses and currently offers 21 AP courses with more under consideration. Subject matter includes art, outreach, computer science, English, math, music, science, and social studies. Watch for an upcoming Capturing KM on this event.
KM MOUNTAIN BIKE TEAM FINISHES SEASON!!! This past weekend was the last race of the season for the KMHS mountain bike team. Over 1300 student athletes from across the state descended on the Trek Headquarters in Waterloo for the Red Barn Classic. It's quite a special treat for the athletes to be able to ride on Trek's private trails. The JVIII racers faced really challenging conditions with rain, cold, and a ton of mud, but they all pushed through and did a great job. Fortunately, the weather improved as the day went on so that JVII, Freshman, and open athletes had nearly perfect conditions for their races, with Rachel Meyers achieving a 4th place podium finish. We want to give a special shout out to the seniors Lucas Heimsch, Gabe Wendt, and Dillon Morrison; we wish them all the best in their next adventures, and we look forward to seeing the rest of our riders back next season. JVIII: Drew Ebert, Lucas Heimsch, Gabe Wendt. JVII: Chase Jobke, Bodie Curran, Dillon Morrison. Freshman Boys: Brogan Burtenshaw, Sam Ruppert, Typer Wiedenbauer. Freshman Girls: Drew Voight. Open: Rachel Meyers.
LASER LOCKER HOURS FOR OCTOBER!!
ONE CAMPUS, FIVE SCHOOLS!!! RSVP NOW FOR THE KMHS CAMPUS EXPO – NOVEMBER 5TH FROM 5:30-7PM @KETTLE MORAINE HIGH SCHOOL. KM invites all residents and non-residents to attend a presentation at 5:30, then take some time to talk with administrators, staff, and students from all five of our high schools! This is a great opportunity for middle school families to get a personalized tour of the KMHS Campus, including all of our career pathways and subject areas. Learn more about our programs, curriculum, and offerings! Get information on the many athletic teams, clubs & activities that are available! To learn more about the many choices at the KMHS Campus, visit our website at https://www.kmsd.edu/page/kmhs-campus-choices or RSVP at https://forms.gle/nWqLXdstiEG2oAMn9.
TOMORROW NIGHT!!! ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) PARENT INFORMATION NIGHT OCTOBER 21ST 7PM!!! AP tests have potentially saved KM 9-12 students $1.5M in tuition, based on last year's test-takers! Advanced Placement programming is facilitated by The College Board, a non-profit organization that helps high school students succeed academically by providing courses with college-level rigor and the opportunity to earn college credits. KM strongly encourages our students to challenge themselves by taking AP courses and currently offers 21 AP courses with more under consideration. Subject matter includes art, outreach, computer science, English, math, music, science, and social studies. This event is also a great opportunity for 7th and 8th grade families to learn about pre-AP opportunities and begin thinking about preparing students for high school. To learn more, visit our Advanced placement page at https://hs.kmsd.edu/o/kmhs/page/advanced-placement-program.
SCHOOL BUS SAFETY WEEK!!! Thank you to our drivers at Dousman Transport Company, our community, and families for making school bus safety a priority throughout the school year!
LEADERSHIP AT KMHS!!! The high school leadership class visited KM Explore to share books on leadership they created for a young audience, using Book Creator. The high school students had the opportunity to present their learning and creativity while observing how second and third graders engaged with the content. It was a memorable One KM experience filled with learning, fun, and leadership in action!
