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KMHS CAMPUS INFORMATION NIGHT SCHEDULE RELEASED!!! Each year, our five high schools host opportunities for middle school families to learn more about their curriculum, learning models, activities, and offerings. This is a great opportunity to meet other students, speak with educators and administrators, and get a more in-depth look at what a particular school has to offer!

ONE CAMPUS, FIVE SCHOOLS!!! RSVP NOW FOR THE KMHS CAMPUS EXPO – NOVEMBER 6TH 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/PiLJKabEqi6ByaDr8.

POST SECONDARY NIGHT NOVEMBER 13TH AT KMHS!!! Attention students and families! Join us for Post-Secondary Night on November 13th from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. This event will feature 25-minute informational sessions on various college and career options, along with a Financial Aid presentation to help navigate changes to the FAFSA. Don’t miss this chance to gather valuable information and explore new opportunities!

ONE ACT ADVANCES TO SECTIONALS!!! The KMHS Campus had 18 students participating in the WISDAA (Wisconsin Interscholastic Speech, Debate and Dramatic Arts Association) District 12 One Act Contest hosted by Waterford Union High School. Ms. Kean's Drama Team advanced to the Sectional Festival at Kenosha Tremper on November 9. There will be a Home Stage Performance Friday, November 15 at 7 PM in the KMHS Auditorium. Congratulations to the “QUEENS”Company Roster – CAST: Will Brandon, Jayden Dietrich, William Graeve, Antonio Muniz, Brooke Maggio, Joy Brusnahan, Mya Bialozynski, Erin Browning, Meika Olson, Adeline Bergholz-Gleason, Kira Romashko, Lucy Shaw, and Izzie Kreblin. COMPETITION CREW: Victoria Gutierrez, Kaylin Spindler, Brooklyn Bernicky, and Norah Weber. BUILD CREW: Rachel Meyers.

GUEST CONDUCTOR FUNDRAISER!!! KM band programs are running an auditorium fundraiser that allows audience members to submit a silent bid to conduct Wind Symphony on a tune during the District Band Festival. At each concert, we will be informing the audience what the current high bid is and if we have hit our minimum. As a way to kick this off, we did a playful auction "bit" with the audience last night, during our auditorium soft open/pep band concert. We didn't expect any takers, but Mr. Gerber jumped in much to the delight of the audience! He did a great job and will serve as a wonderful example of what is yet to come.

KMHS CAMPUS INFORMATION NIGHT SCHEDULE RELEASED!!! Each year, our five high schools host opportunities for middle school families to learn more about their curriculum, learning models, activities, and offerings. This is a great opportunity to meet other students, speak with educators and administrators, and get a more in-depth look at what a particular school has to offer!

MENTORS CREATE ONE KM!!! KMHS Chamber Orchestra students traveled to the middle school to coach 8th Grade Orchestra students in preparing a solo on their instruments. The high school coaches developed instructional strategies that pushed our middle schoolers’ musicianship forward in a BIG way. Thank you, KMHS Orchestra for acting as mentors to your younger counterparts!

ONE CAMPUS, FIVE SCHOOLS!!! RSVP NOW FOR THE KMHS CAMPUS EXPO – NOVEMBER 6TH 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/PiLJKabEqi6ByaDr8.

PEP BAND CONCERT/AUDITORIUM SOFT OPENING OCTOBER 22ND AT 7PM!!! Shhh…We won’t tell anyone if you tell everyone! Our renovated auditorium isn’t quite ready yet, but you are invited to the Kettle Moraine High School PEP BAND CONCERT in our beautifully-renovated auditorium! This will be the “soft opening," leading up to our grand opening, which is slated for January 21st. We still have some minor touch ups, equipment to install, and money to raise, but you and your friends can be the very first to sit in our cozy new seats, experience our incredible technical upgrades, and enjoy this upgraded venue! The Pep Band Concert will feature all of our KMHS band students as they perform audience favorites and new features from our fall pep band and athletic season. For more information on supporting music programs at KM through the Fine Arts Fund, please visit our fine arts page and band website found at kmsd.edu/fa. As always, the details for this event and others can be found on the band calendar, found on the website.

NAME THAT AUDITORIUM!!! Our auditorium renovation is getting close to completion, and it is time to start thinking about naming this beautiful venue. While we have a generous naming sponsor, their hope is that our students have ownership of the project and select the name. So we are calling on our KM Community to start the process by submitting your naming suggestions. The submission process will close November 20th. Then, our team will narrow down the options to a group of preferred names for students to vote on. The final name will be unveiled at our grand opening early next year. To submit your naming ideas, visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe-hz8SWDP2r2Vqyf5XI2MkYUG29ljEMe9VGxiqVyR3ql3URA/viewform?usp=sf_link

SAVE THE DATE – KMMPA HOMECOMING CHILI & MAC N CHEESE DINNER!!! Kettle Moraine Music Parents will once again hosting the Homecoming Chili/Mac N Cheese Dinner on Friday, 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 go directly back to supporting music programs in KMSD. Watch for more info on how to volunteer to support the event. We'd also like to send out a special thank you to Albrecht's Sentry Delafield for their support. To learn more, contact kmmpaboard@gmail.com.

KM EVENT CALENDARS ARE AN EASY WAY TO STAY UP TO DATE!!! Each school maintains their own events calendar. They are found in the menu in the upper right on our web pages. Just click the EVENTS ICON and you can choose from list or calendar format. You can even search for specific keywords and add events to your personal calendar! We also offer a yearly calendar-at-a-glance under family resources. Be sure to bookmark your frequently used links for added convenience!!

OUTSTANDING SOLOISTS!!! Nine high school students earned Outstanding Soloist Awards for Jazz along with a 4th Place finish for KMHS Jazz Ensemble One at the Eau Claire Jazz Festival. Our KMHS Jazz Ensemble 1, Jazz Ensemble 2, and Jazz Combo traveled to Eau Claire to perform and compete in the 59th Eau Claire Jazz Festival. Students performed and sight read for judges, received feedback on their performances, participated in masterclasses lead by masters in the field of jazz and jazz educators, listened to other high school jazz ensembles and combos perform, and attended a gala concert featuring the Grammy Nominated UWEC Jazz Ensemble 1 and guest artists Lewis Nash and Sean Jones. Jazz Combo finished in 7th place, and Jazz Ensemble 1 finished 1.5 points out of a top three finish despite it being their first time entering a festival in the competitive division in over a decade. Our students excelled not only in their ensemble playing, but also as soloists. Outstanding Soloist Awards were earned by: Jazz Combo Musicians Ryan Keller (saxophone), Brady Lammert (piano), and Riley Peil (trombone), Jazz 2 Musicians Elliott Mattson (clarinet), Ainsley Leuwerke (trumpet), and Grant Steineke (bass), Jazz 1 Musicians Emma Zielinski (clarinet), Riley Peil (trombone), and Brady Lammert (piano). Of special note, Riley Peil and Brady Lammert both earned two Outstanding Soloist Awards. One for their performances in Jazz Combo, and one for their performances in Jazz Ensemble 1.

DISTRICT FESTIVAL OF BANDS!!! Families and performers filled West Gym for the Festival of Bands. This is the annual event where KMHS and KMMS band students combine their talents into one amazing community event. Thanks to Mike Brickl for capturing his wonderful evening.

2024 JERRY AWARDS!!!! KM took home Jerry Awards for two performances. Anything Goes has been awarded the following 2024 Jerry Awards: Outstanding Orchestra and Outstanding Overall Design. Outstanding Leading Performance: William Kastner (Billy Crocker). Spirit Award: Amelia Riesing. Honk! has been awarded the following 2024 Jerry Awards: Outstanding Supporting Performances: Lydia Wilhelm (Maureen, Snowy, Queenie, Old Woman, Mother Swan) and Abigail O’Connell (Grace, Dot, Lowbutt, Bewick). Outstanding Dance Performance: Amelia Riesing (Penny, Henriella and Pinkfoot, Maggie Pie). Spirit Award: Bethany Lorbetske. Congratulations on these wonderful performances!

HONK JERRY AWARD NOMINATIONS!! For the first time in KM history, EVERY actor was nominated! The production was nominated for the following Jerry Awards: Outstanding Ensemble and Outstanding Orchestra. Outstanding Leading Performances: Emma Hipp (Cat), Leonardo Fredette (Ugly), Bethany Lorbetske (Ida). Outstanding Supporting Performance: Lydia Wilhelm (Maureen, Snowy, Queenie, Old Woman, Mother Swan), Abigail O'Connell (Grace, Dot, Lowbutt, Bewick), Cayden Amidei (Drake, Greylag, Farmer), Jonathan Doome (Turkey, Barnacles, Bullfrog, Father Swan), Amelia Riesing (Pinkfoot, Penny, Maggie Pie), Joy Brusnahan (Beaky), Josephine Byrne (Downy), Edith Cramer (Billy), Mirannda, and Kepplinger (Fluff). Outstanding Dance Performance: Amelia Riesing (Penny, henriella, Pink Foot, Maggie Pie). Outstanding Choreography: Hope Reisterer. Outstanding Scenic Design: Matthew Dunlap.

JOIN US FOR OUR DISTRICT FESTIVAL OF BANDS!!! The District Festival of Bands includes all 6-12 band students and will be held on May 21st in West Gym at KMHS. It

KMHS BAND SPRING CONCERT!!!! These talented musicians put on an exceptional show for the spring band concert. Mike Brickl was kind enough to photograph the event. Here are a few of our favorites!

HAPPY STAFF APPRECIATION!!! Thank you to all of our KMSD staff for your continuous commitment to education. The effort you put into your profession, and the support you provide your students, is noticed. You change lives in meaningful ways and we appreciate all that you do!

STATE SOLO AND ENSEMBLE AWARDS!!! Several KM soloists and ensembles earned Exemplary Awards at the State Festival held at UW Whitewater. The Exemplary Performance Recognition Project expands recognition of outstanding performers at the WSMA State Solo & Ensemble Festival. State festival adjudicators select the most exceptional performances at each of the festival campuses through a two-step process. First students are nominated throughout the day, second the finalists are determined at the end of the day. Students that were recognized and awarded the Exemplary Award included: Maddie B, Violin Solo, Danielle L., Vocal Solo-Soprano, Flute Choir: Alyssa D., Violet K., Rayna K., Ava M., Dani L., and Carli H. Solo Marimba: Leo E Solo Alto Saxophone: Ryan K Additional Nominees: Ireland A, vocal solo nomination for Musical Theatre, Mirannda K., Violin solo, and Emma Manion, horn solo.