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.
EXTENDED HOMECOMING HOURS!!! VISIT THE LASER LOCKER FOR ALL OF YOUR KM SPIRIT WEAR! Stop in, stock up, and join the fun!
HS^2 STUDENT RECEIVED SECOND AWARD FROM LOWELL MILKEN CENTER FOR UNSUNG HEROES!!! Emma Manion, a High School of Health Sciences student, was honored in 2023 as well. This year, she was selected from an international field of submissions for the $3,000 First Place International Discovery Award. Emma's solo performance depicting the story of Wisconsin-born Ada Deer, a Native American leader and activist who had restored tribal sovereignty to the Menominee Nation, was truly inspired. Terry Kaldhusal, former KMMS social studies teacher and KM's National History Day organizer, helped guide Emma's work on this amazing achievement. “Emma’s project underscores the extraordinary impact of Ada Deer’s leadership and the importance of lifting up voices that are too often overlooked,” said LMC CEO Norm Conard. “Through the Discovery Award, students like Emma show how one person can inspire lasting change.” The award invites students worldwide in grades four through 12 to research and share the stories of Unsung Heroes through performances, documentaries, and websites. Submissions for the next competition season are due July 1, 2026 and you can learn more at lowellmilkencenter.org.
LUNCH BUDDIES!!! We love those moments in our schools when unique connections are made over seemingly small details. Today, Principal Susie Rach and a Cushing student discovered they had the same lunch bag. The cute coincidence warranted a photo and I hope they kept their lunches straight in all of the excitement!
JOIN US TODAY FOR ALL OF THE HOMECOMING FESTIVITIES!!!! KM will take on Waukesha West after a fun-filled day of homecoming festivities. The evening will start with the annual KM Music Parent's chili and mac 'n cheese dinner from 4-7pm, the parade will start at 5:15pm, and 7:00 will kick off some exciting football at Vock Field in Culver's Stadium. We hope to see our entire KM Community there!!
HOMECOMING PARADE!!! Last year, we expanded our parade route to accommodate all of the amazing clubs and activities that will be participating. The parade will start at Wales Elementary at 5:15 on Friday, September 26 and follow the route in the post. We hope our KM Community will join us in celebrating our schools, families, and alumni!
KMMPA HOMECOMING CHILI/MAC & CHEESE DINNER!!! VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! September 26 | 4-7 PM | Kettle Moraine High School Cafeteria. Attention parents! Kettle Moraine Music Parents are once again hosting the Homecoming Chili/Mac N Cheese Dinner on September 27th from 4pm - 7pm at the KM High School cafeteria. This is our biggest fundraising event of the year and 100% of the proceeds directly support music programs in KMSD. We need your help to make this year's event successful. Please sign up at this link: signupgenius.com/go/70A0D48A5A72DA7F94-58531778-kmmpa. We look forward to seeing you on Sept 26th. You can reach us at kmmpaboard@gmail.com with any questions.
BEST BUDDIES CULVERS CARES!!! Culver's Cares night on Wednesday, September 17th from 4-7. Stop in to support Best Buddies!
NATIONAL IT PROFESSIONALS DAY!!! Thank you to our technology team for all that you do to keep KM running smoothly!
THIRD ANNUAL FAMILY LITERACY EVENT!!! This year marked our 3rd Annual Family Literacy Night, an event dedicated to supporting our ELL or ML (English Language Learners or Multilingual Learners) families. The evening focused on sharing resources and answering questions to help families access the school support they need. In preparation, we polled our teachers on how parents can best support student learning, and the overwhelming response was clear: read to and read with your children. The night began with a shared meal and an engaging game, fostering connection and community. Students received gift bags filled with materials to encourage learning and creativity, and two students were recognized with certificates celebrating their growth. Families also received guidance on navigating district educational resources with a custom-made eBook for reference.
GET READY FOR HOMECOMING WITH SOME GREAT KM GEAR!!! The Laser Locker has everything you need to represent.
KM RECOGNIZES TWO EAGLE SCOUT RECIPIENTS!!! Mason Ewald and Chase Lippold were both honored with Eagle Scout Awards. This is the highest rank offered by the Boy Scouts. Both boys performed numerous service projects to receive this prestigious award.
In a couple of weeks, we will officially kick off our Homecoming celebrations! Our KM Students will have a number of events and themes for the week, but we also have some great events for the KM Community: Friday Sept 26 we will hold a Pep Rally and Chili/Mac Dinner from 4-7 pm. The parade will take place at 5:15, with the football game starting at 7:00!
RESTRUCTURING UPDATE!!! A timeline was presented at last night's board meeting for announcing upcoming staffing decisions and various processes were defined in greater detail. We encourage our KM Community to consider attending one of the upcoming Q&A Sessions on September 30 and December 2 and to visit kmsd.edu/restructure for additional information.
BEST BUDDIES CULVERS CARES!!! Culver's Cares night on Wednesday, September 17th from 4-7. Stop in to suppport Best Buddies!
SIGN UP FOR THE HOMECOMING PARADE!!! All Kettle Moraine School District Clubs and Activities are encouraged to sign up and participate in the 2025 Homecoming Parade https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdkWGGtJYzGPUi1r8WNQIz-CzKoV7T30gKngOur8pCaVdyx-A/viewform. The theme is gold rush and the parade will take place on Friday, September 26th, with line up at 4:30pm at KMHS South Side Parking Lot (Athletic Entrance). All groups are asked to be lined up by 5:05pm, parade begins 5:15pm. Please contact Kelsee Stellpflug with any questions at stellpflugk@kmsd.edu .
FIRST WEEK OF MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL!!! It is always exciting to welcome students back and introduce them to a new year of learning. KMHS and KMMS students were already delving into their courses on the first day and barely looked up for photos! This year, we hope to reinforce a culture of One KM. We encourage middle and high school students to become more involved in our KM Community by attending upcoming events, joining the many clubs and athletic opportunities we offer, getting involved in volunteering, and making new friends. There is so much to experience and explore in our district!
FIRST WEEK OF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL!!! It is always exciting to welcome students back and introduce them to a new year of learning. This year, we are really leaning into a culture of One KM. We encourage all of our KM families to explore other schools, schedule tours, meet the staff, talk with families, and attend events at each of our locations. With over 90 square miles, our district is spread out geographically, making our schools feel somewhat isolated from the broader KM Community. As students transition to new schools, whether that be another elementary for 26-27 or to middle and high school, we want them to feel confident in their surroundings. Please visit kmsd.edu/restructure to learn more about the new elementary boundaries and find upcoming events at other schools.
YOUTH CHEER CLINIC!!! Hosted by the Kettle Moraine High School Cheerleaders, the clinic will take place Tuesday September 30th and Thursday October 2nd from 5:30 - 7:00pm with check in to begin at 5:15pm each day. The performance will be at the Varsity Football game on Friday October 3rd, 2025, with check in to begin at 6:30pm at the KMHS Varsity Softball Field - Adonis Fields Softball Complex. Athletes will receive a t-shirt, poms, and bow with their registration. Admission for the Varsity Football game on Friday October 3rd will be included for the athletes registered. Please see the sign up for further details! Registration is open NOW at https://givebutter.com/vGx6NE.
MY VIEW BUS TRACKING APP AVAILABLE MID-SEPTEMBER!!! Dousman Transport has notified us that their Zonar My View bus tracking app will be available for families in mid-September. It takes some time to determine which buses will remain on a given route. Watch your email for a KM Alert next month, sharing specific instructions and log in information.
