January
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Mon, 18- No School - Professional Development
- Wed, 20- Wellness Wednesday - wear your workout gear!
- Thurs, 21- Early Release - Students dismissed at 3:05 pm
- Fri, 22- End of 1st Semester
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Mon, 25- No School - Professional Development
- Tues, 26- Report Cards available for viewing in Infinite Campus
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Sat, 30- Blood Drive see below for details
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Sun, 31- Blood Drive see below for details
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February/Spring Class Party Focus |
One of the priorities at Dousman, in our community, and at the District is to create a strong culture of acceptance and understanding. You might hear your learner refer to "Habits of Mind" which are closely connected to our KMSD Graduate Profile; they are dispositions that help students problem solve, think critically and consider multiple perspectives. In February, we are taking a school wide approach focusing on the habit of mind, Thinking About Your Thinking and showing gratitude. Being able to examine our own thoughts while engaging in them is an important skill. As we think about the month ahead, we are hoping to redefine how we show gratitude and appreciation for one another throughout the month, rather than celebrating only on Valentine’s Day. February is also Black History Month. As we consider this habit of mind and how we show gratitude, we plan to learn more about the history of and contributions to our community from people of color. This focus of learning will continue to grow and be integrated as we move forward throughout this year and beyond.
In February, we will not be exchanging valentines as we had in the past, this is due to the health concerns that accompany the practice of exchanging items from home to share with others. We believe that our focus throughout the month described above will help our learners continue the long tradition of taking time to recognize and celebrate each other in a different way. Instead of our traditional Valentine’s Day party, your child's class will be designing a “spring” class party centered around a theme celebrating specific learning the class has done.
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Clarification of New Quarantine & Isolation Rules |
There has been a lot of confusion and a lot of change with the isolation and quarantine timelines surrounding COVID-19. It is difficult to know what to do. The health staff at KMSD is working alongside Waukesha County Public Health Department to keep our students and staff as safe as possible. If you have any questions at all, please reach out to the Dousman Elementary school nurse (Mrs. Hevrdejs) or the KMSD District nurses (Mrs. Pick & Mrs. Schuetz) monitoring COVID-19. We will assist you with any questions you may have.
Kim Hevrdejs, BSN, RN
Dousman Elementary School Nurse
(262) 965-6520 x 6053 (in office Tuesdays and Fridays)
Jenny Pick, RN
Kettle Moraine School District
District COVID-19 RN
Patricia A. Schuetz, MAEL, BSN, RN
Kettle Moraine School District Nurse
(262) 968-6330 ext: 5369
KMSD Health Hotline (262) 968-6369
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Guidance News from Mrs. McAboy
Mindfulness:
Mindfulness is a growing trend with very old roots based of ancient meditation techniques, mindfulness encourages one to be present in the moment with thoughts and feelings, but without making judgements. It allows people to give their brain a break, something kids so often need.
Mindfulness is a great strategy for all learners, though they can be especially beneficial for kids struggling to manage emotions, those who have difficulty paying attention, or experience behavioral concerns.
Some mindful strategies specifically tailored for kids include:
Breathing techniques
Coloring and craft activities
Yoga for Kids
Listening to music while practicing mindfulness
Nature walks
Practicing eating meditation
Thinking Positive thoughts
Feel free to email or call me with any questions or concerns. mcaboya@kmsd.edu or call me at 262-965-6520 ext. 6213
Amy McAboy, School Counselor
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Our Vision: Bridge the gap between home and classroom to unify our efforts in developing our children.
Our Mission: Create opportunities to enhance experiences by collaborating with parents, teachers, students, and the community.
Announcements:
Volunteering with the PTO is rewarding and positively impacts our school, teachers, staff and students! You get to make a difference with a great group of flexible parents who care (and have fun!). The PTO is seeking volunteers to take on the role of President, Treasurer and Secretary for next year. We cannot do all the great things for Dousman Elementary without great people like you. If you’d like to find out more, email us at PTODousman@gmail.com.
Current Volunteer Opportunities on Volunteer Corner:
(Visit the Volunteer Corner for further details and sign-up instructions on all opportunities)
- Board of Directors Volunteer Relations
- Bargain Book Fair Coordinator for 2021
- Effortless Fundraising Coordinators
- Looking for passionate volunteers to mentor in the roles of President, Treasurer and Secretary!
Upcoming Events:
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Community Education
KM Community Education provides recreational and educational opportunities for families. Please be sure to visit the website often for updates and new programs. For program information and registration forms, visit www.kmsd.edu/communityed.
KM Lacrosse Club
Registration is now open for winter/indoor lacrosse as well as the spring 2021 season for all students in grades 3-8. Visit www.kmlacrosse.com to register.
Zumba - Virtual for adults
Join us for an exciting 45 minutes of ZUMBA, the ultimate Latin inspired dance party! The ZUMBA experience is based on the philosophy that fitness should be fun and easy to do while joining people together. The class features aerobic interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that will be sure to put a smile on your face and tone your body at the same time. Virtual Zumba will be held Tuesdays, Thursdays, or Sundays. Click Here to register.
After School Spanish at Cushing Elementary
Get Ahead With Spanish! Our eight-week exciting ¡Vamos a explorar! (Let’s explore!) class will include practical travel vocabulary and important conversation elements like how to barter at a market and order at a restaurant. Futura’s interactive, dynamic style will get students speaking “REAL WORLD” Spanish before you know it! ¡Vámonos! Join us Thursdays right after school for one hour beginning February 11. Register Here
Live Interactive Spanish in a Virtual Setting this Spring!
Join Futura for a live, interactive Spanish class in real time! From the comfort and safety of your home, your child will learn Spanish in a dynamic, lively manner that incorporates songs and games. There are two options for learning: ‘Vamos a Explorar’ is a theme based class where students will “explore” all in Spanish. ‘Essential Spanish’ will include all the basics to create an amazing language foundation for years to come. Various times and days to choose from to fit your family’s needs for language learning. Please check our website for course details and offerings. https://futuraadventures.com/virtual-learning-registration/ Enroll today! Space is limited. Open to students in Kindergarten - 5th Grade
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Community Events & Flyers
Events/opportunities listed on our Community Flyers page are not endorsed by the Kettle Moraine School District. They have been approved for electronic sharing. Visit www.kmsd.edu/communityflyers to see the full list of current flyers. Links to recently-added flyers and upcoming events are included below.
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341 E. Ottawa Avenue | Dousman, WI 53118 | 262-965-6520
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