Welcome Back to School

We are excited to welcome our students and families back to the 2024-25 school year. It is our hope that you enjoyed the summer and found ways to make memories with family and friends.

Soon our hallways will be bustling with excitement and we are eager to see the smiling faces of all our students, as they embark on a new school year. The first day of school is Tuesday, September 3, 2024 and it is a B day. Students should be prepared to attend Periods 5 though 8. In preparation for the start of the school year, we encourage students to login to Skyward and to check their schedules, get into the routine of going to bed early, get themselves organized and ready for the school day structure and review opportunities to be involved at school.

Finding Success At Kohler Public Schools looks like:

1: Doing your best everyday. Come to school prepared and ready to learn. Attend all your classes, be on time, listen and focus on learning. Complete assignments for understanding, study proactively and stay organized.

2: Embracing challenges as a way to grow and get stronger.

3: When there is any doubt "ask", don't wait. Teachers, support staff, school counselors and administrators are ready to help. Accept help and guidance when needed.

4: Having fun and look for meaningful opportunities to get involved in. Engagement in our school community through the activities and athletic offerings increases a sense of belonging. Show your #BomberPride and attend school sponsored activities and athletic events.

Are you looking for ways to support our school? We can use your help; please volunteer.

Visit our school website and click on the Parent Resources Link. There you will find additional information for Kohler School Friends - PTO, Kohler Athletic Booster Bombers (KABB), Kohler School Foundation, and the Performing Arts Organization (PAO).

Safety and Security

Safety is a priority at Kohler Schools. We believe that students excel in welcoming environments where they feel safe and secure. As a result, we are planning to hold two assemblies and classroom discussions, during the first two weeks of school during Advisory.

Officer Schoch, our Community Resource Officer will discuss safety and security, in an Active Threat situation, and provide students choices in their responses, specific to ways to Avoid, Deny, and Defend. In class, teachers will share scenarios and students will discuss their responses.

We encourage all students to participate, yet recognize there may be extenuating circumstances that prevent this. A letter was sent home to families on Wednesday, August 21, in the event you would like to opt your child out of attending the safety presentations and the classroom discussions. If you missed this communication, please use this link.

In addition Kohler Schools is implementing a visitor check in system. All those who visit the school and need entrance beyond the main office, will be required to sign in at the kiosk. The system allows us to secure entry into the building to ensure student and staff safety.

Our newsletter contains useful and timely information to make the transition back to school as smooth as possible. Please reference the Student Handbook, specific to your child's grade level, for more detailed information. This flow chart serves as a guide, for whom to contact, as you navigate communication with the school.

We look forward to seeing you at Sneak Peek and anticipate a great school year. Finally, Kohler High School celebrates its 100th anniversary this year. We plan to celebrate this milestone throughout the year. I invite families to partner with us and welcome your ideas to make Kohler School District a "Destination for Excellence in Learning."

Let's gear up for ... the best school year ever!

Natasha Rowell, Principal

This link includes dates that Kohler Schools will administer assessments. Some dates indicate a window for assessment and the specific test date will be selected and shared with families.

This is a helpful summary of Assessments and their Purpose.

Below are the prices to purchase an athletic pass. Please consider joining us to cheer on our students athletes and to support our teams. #BlueBomberPide

If your child is sick, or will be absent for any reason, please contact 920-459-2920.

When students are late to school, they must come through the main office and sign in on the Check In Kiosk.

Policy 5136 - Personal Communication Devices outlines the expectations for cell phone use. Students in middle school may use a cell phone before or after school and under teacher supervision for special circumstances.

High school students may use their phones during passing time, lunch time and study hall. Cell phones are not to be taken into bathrooms, and may not be used in the hallways during instructional time. They are to be left in the teacher's classroom in a designated area anytime a student leaves the classroom.

Grade 6 - students will pick up their Chromebook at Sneak Peek in the advisory teacher’s classroom. If students are unable to attend, we will have another opportunity on the first day of school to distribute these.

Grade 9 - students will pick up their device in the Hangar area on the first day of school during block 5.

Schoolwide procedures and expectations will be shared on the first day of school at grade level assemblies. We will meet in the theater and all students must be in attendance.

High School: 10:30am-11:30am

Middle School: 8:20am-9:25am

PARADE: September 27, 2024

TAILGATE Community Party: Ebben Field at 3:30pm

FOOTBALL GAME: KLC vs St. Mary Catholic with kickoff at 7pm

SCHOOL DANCE: Saturday, September 28 from 7:00pm-10:00pm

Kohler High School will be celebrating its 100th year in the 2024-2025 school year! Celebrate with us by purchasing this limited edition 100th year shirt. The store closes on August 29, 2024, so order your shirt soon. The shirts should arrive in time for Homecoming week which is the week of September 23.

Use the link below to place your order.

https://teamsportinggoods.chipply.com/329235/

All middle school students are expected to wear a lanyard with their student ID visible at all times. Students may purchase their own lanyard, or will be issued a blue school lanyard.

These must be worn upon entering the building in the morning. Students who forget their ID will have to sign in, and will be issued a blue wristband. After 3 incidents of not having their ID, a student will serve lunch detention.

WHEN: Friday, September 6, 2024
WHERE: Kohler Andrae Park
WHY: Team building day

REMINDERS: Pack a lunch *** Dress appropriately for the weather and to be active *** No sandals or flip flops *** Bring a great attitude.

Families will receive additional information at Sneak Peek on Wednesday, August 28, 2024.

Seniors may be excused from Advisory and Study Hall with signed parent permission. However on these dates all seniors are required to be on campus for Advisory, from 11:00am-11:30am for information specific to Academic and Career Planning (ACP); Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and Safety and Security Drills.

Families should return the Off Campus Form to the high school counselor or main office by Friday, September 6, 2024.

Seniors can pick up their parking passes in the STEAM Commons during Sneak Peek.

All images are due to Mrs. Ott by December 1, 2024.

It is hard to believe another summer has flown by. It seems like just yesterday that I was watching the Class of 2024 walk across the stage during graduation. Time can be a fickle thing like that for everyone. One moment the students are traveling around the state playing youth sports on the weekends, and the next moment they are walking across the stage receiving their diploma. I think this is something we have to keep in mind in the upcoming year. Parents and students need to enjoy every moment and have fun with whatever sport and/or activity they participate in as time goes by quickly.

It is my hope that everyone who comes out to watch Kohler athletics or activities this year enjoys the game, enjoys watching the students give it their all, and that we all support each other during the good times and also when there may be bumps in the road.

Over the past few years I have seen the Kohler community show a lot of support for our referees, coaches, advisors, opposing teams, student-athletes, and event workers, and made them all feel welcome when they entered our facilities. It is my hope that we continue to show that support to each other and that we enjoy every moment this year, because I believe it will be a great year for our athletics and activities!

Welcome back to another great school year!

Lexi MacDonald will be the next Kohler Girls Soccer coach. Lexi has many ties to the Kohler soccer community as she has coached and helped with Lakeshore United FC for several years. Prior to that, she was a graduate assistant coach at Lakeland college, and played college ball at Marian College.

We also want to thank Coach Cassidy for her nine years of coaching and dedication to the girls soccer program!

Go Blue Bombers!

I am excited to announce that we have brand new weight room equipment to start the new school year!

Kohler School Foundation made a very generous donation to provide all new equipment in the weight room. This is in addition to the new equipment the school district purchased last year. The weight room has new cardio equipment, racks, benches, weights, and storage.

We also hired Jacob Morelli as our new strength and conditioning coach. He will be responsible for working with the individual teams, and helping them create a strength and conditioning program that best fits each team.

I am very excited for our students and community members to use this new facility. I believe it will make a difference in our students health, strength, and conditioning on and off the field.

Once again summer flew by and we are back to school. I want to share a few notes and due dates for families to keep in mind.

September 5, 2024 - Last day for schedule changes; 3:00pm.

October 1, 2024 - Due date for any student interested in taking ECCP/SCN courses for the spring 2025 semester. If any student is interested in this opportunity please see me prior to this deadline.

November 1, 2024 - Due date for Early Action college applications.

December 1, 2024 - FAFSA application opens for 2025 graduating students.

Any junior student interested in UW-Milwaukee’s ACT Prep course please click this link to see the fall 2024 dates.

I can’t wait to have a great school year! The best way to contact me is by email at:

nachreinerc@kohler.k12.wi.us

All Middle School schedules have been created. Students in grade 6 have skinny classes, for Music (Band and Choir), Engineering Design, Study Skills, PE/Health and Study Hall. Please reference the chart below as a guide to how these classes fall within the school day.

Families are encouraged to print off the chart and use Skyward Student Portal to complete your child's daily schedule. This will be helpful on the first days of school to assist your child in navigating the building.

Please feel free to contact me for matters related to school schedules, social emotional support, and academic support.

I am looking forward to supporting your child this year. I can be reached via the information listed below.

Phone: 920-803-7270

Email: oconnorm@kohler.k12.wi.us

We are excited to welcome Angela Heinz to our team.

Angela will be the coach for the Sheboygan County Region. She comes to us from the Plymouth area, where she previously worked as an elementary teacher and currently serves as the Director of the Plymouth Education Foundation.

Please review your child’s immunization record to ensure they are up to date.

Immunization Requirements for 4k-6th grade

Immunization Requirements for 7th - 11th grade

Immunization Requirements for 12th grade

Tips to a Great Start:

1. Begin a night time routine BEFORE the first day of school. Start with a set “downtime” at night. Give 30-60 mins of reading, calm, and/or writing to promote good sleep.

2. Remove electronics from sleeping areas. This prevents distraction and promotes better sleep.

Please ensure all Health Forms are completed and turned in to the office or Nurse Nicole BEFORE the start of school. All medications associated with a health need must be designated as a student self carry if provider authorized or brought to the health room by a parent to be kept there. Please let me know if you have any questions.

Medication Authorization Form

Action Plan/Health Form

What: New Family Welcome Coffee

When: Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Where: Event Lobby

Time: 8:15am-9:15am

Meet the staff, receive a tour of the building and learn about opportunities.

When: 3rd Monday of each month (Except December)

*August 26, 2024 (Elementary parents wishing to sign up to be room parents will have the first opportunity to sign up at this meeting)

September 16, 2024

October 21, 2024

November 18, 2024 (Craft Fair Help)

January 20, 2025

February 17, 2025

March 17, 2025

April 21, 2025

May 19, 2025

*Monday meeting

Kohler Boy's Soccer

KLF Swim and Dive

Kohler Girl's Volleyball

Kohler Cross Country

Kohler Tennis

Kohler Booster Club

Kohler Baseball

Monday, September 2: No School - Labor Day

Tuesday, September 3: First Day of School

Friday, September 20: No School - Professional Development