KMS Family Newsletter
April 2024
MISSION: IGNITING A PASSION FOR LEARNING
Message from the Principal
Dear Families,
As we dive into the month of April, it's essential to encourage our students to finish the academic year strong. With only a few months left, now is the time for them for students to push themselves to achieve their goals. We appreciate your ongoing support in motivating them to stay focused and committed to their studies. Let's work together to ensure they make the most of these remaining months and finish the year on a high note!
Teacher Requests:
A friendly reminder that teacher requests for the next school year are due by April 15th. Please take the time to submit your requests before the deadline, as no late requests will be accepted. Requests are only taken through the completion of the request form.
Teacher Appreciation Week:
Please consider helping out or contributing to the efforts for Teacher Appreciation Week. The sign-up sheet is available in the "Get Involved at KMS" section. Your support in recognizing the hard work and commitment of our teachers is greatly valued and deeply appreciated.
Thank you for your continued partnership in your child's education. Together, let's make the remainder of the school year memorable and successful for our students and teachers alike.
Warm regards,
Mrs. Skelton
Upcoming Dates
APRIL
04/1/2024- No School - Professional Development Day
04/17/2024- Gallery Night - District Art Show; Kewaskum Middle School 4:30-7:30
MAY
05/20/2024- KMS Choir Pops Concert - 6:30 pm
05/21/2024- KMS Band Pops Concert - 6th grade 6:30 pm; 7th-8th grade 7:15 pm
05/27/2024- No School - Memorial Day
05/27/2024- Memorial Day Parade @ 9:30 for 7th & 8th grade band students
JUNE
06/03/2024- 8th Grade Promotion 1:00
06/04/2024- Last Day of School
06/10-7/3/2024- Summer School
Communication Spotlight
Required Annual Notice
- Information on Meningococcal Vaccines.
- Our school is required to share the information about meningococcal disease, including the causes and symptoms of the disease, how it is spread, and how to obtain additional information about the disease and the availability, effectiveness, and risks of vaccinations against the disease. While meningococcal disease is rare and difficult to contract, it is very serious. Teenagers are at increased risk. Early symptoms are high fever, severe headache, nausea, vomiting and stiff neck which are similar to those of common viral illnesses. The disease can progress rapidly and can cause death or permanent disability within 48 hours of initial symptoms.
Get Involved at KMS!
Teacher Appreciation Week is coming! Please take a look and see if there is a spot you can help/donate. Thank you!
Gallery Night Help Needed:
The Annual K-12 District Art Show will be returning this year on April 17, 2024 from 4:30-7:30pm at KMS. We are looking for some parent volunteers to help with the evening. There are various time slots and jobs available. Please sign up using the link for Sign Up Genius if you are able to help: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EA8A62DA1F8C43-47930657-gallery. Thank you for signing up to help. If you have any questions, please contact any of the K-12 Art Teachers or Rachel Hassler at rhassler@kewaskumschools.org
End of the year field trips are starting to take shape! Please mark June 4 on your calendar! All grades will be attending a field trip on this day. We welcome chaperones for the 6th and 7th grade trips. If you are interested please fill out the background check, this does not to be filled out every year.
Locations:
6th Grade- Milwaukee County Zoo
7th Grade- Bay Beach (Tentative, still firming up this plan)
8th Grade- Kalahari in Wisconsin Dells
Club- Activity-Sport Updates
Track is starting soon! If you have any questions about your child's ability to participate or if their forms are all in please contact Mrs. Jandre. jjandre@kewaskumschools.org
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From the Desk of the School Counselor, Mrs. Weber
Hello KMS Community!
Here we are in April already! In an effort to continue to serve our middle school, I have been actively meeting with students and staff to help foster a positive school culture. I will continue to work with students to discuss academic achievement strategies, help support and manage student emotions, and discuss postsecondary options.
I would like to share the below updates from my corner of our community:
Student Appointments:
I am actively meeting with students individually and in small groups to continue to provide the support and guidance needed. Many students are reaching out using the app on their Launchpad or by email, which is excellent! Please encourage your child to reach out if they would like to schedule a meeting.
7th Grade Lessons on Maintaining a Growth Mindset:
Our 7th grade students will engage in lessons on maintaining a growth mindset. I will remind students how their brain is continuing to grow and evolve to support the learning of new things. We will engage in some activities to promote this idea.
8th Grade Trip to MPTC
Our 8th grade students will head to Moraine Park Technical College (MPTC) on April 10th! They will take a tour of the campus, meet staff, and have an opportunity to see some classrooms, including labs and various program specific equipment. This trip will provide students an opportunity to step foot in the college, get a feel for the campus and some programs, as well as meet some faculty/staff.
Additional Information:
If you have any questions or simply want to introduce yourself, feel free to reach out at any time. Your partnership and support are greatly appreciated!
Rachel Weber, KMS Counselor
262-626-3104 ext. 2106
KMS Spotlight
The countdown is on! Our Mural Project starts in March!
Contact Information
Email: jskelton@kewaskumschools.org
Website: www.kewaskumschools.org
Location: 1676 Reigle Drive, Kewaskum, WI, USA
Phone: 262.626.3104