We're Half-Way Through Term 1!
In this video, Principal Beth Kaminski shares information about Engagement Expectations for the upcoming Virtual Learning days this Friday, 10.9 and Monday, 10.12, Parent/Guardian/Teacher Conferences, Term 2 Learning Environment Changess, and more.
The next opportunity to commit to a learning environment in KM schools will occur prior to the second quarter/term, which runs Nov. 9, 2020 through Jan. 22, 2021. A link to a change request form will be shared Oct. 19 and will be open through Oct. 23. Another opportunity to request a change in learning environment will occur in January, with the start of term 3.

If you plan to make a change, please consider the impact a potential quarantine might have on your family in the coming quarter/term and select the correct environment. Due to staffing needs and configurations:

  • Changes at the elementary level will likely cause reassignment of your child’s teacher and class configuration, regardless of your family's decision. In addition, changes in either direction will not be honored after October 23.

  • KM will not be able to honor changes at the middle and high school levels from distance learning to face-to-face learning after October 23. 

  • At the high school level, selecting distance learning may alter your student’s term 2 course selections.

NOTE: This change request form is only necessary if you want to change your environment for the second quarter/term, which begins Nov. 9. 
Firstly - thank you students, and staff for wearing masks!

Secondly - please remember to bring 2 masks to school daily for your personal use.

Lastly - the disposable masks at the main entrances are meant for ONLY instances where a student has forgotten their masks. We are going through significantly more masks than we have budget to sustain. Please keep in mind, each student was given 2 masks at the beginning of school.
In this issue of our Counseling News, you will find:
  • College admissions rep visits to KM go virtual!
  • Information about the October 12th PSAT payment deadline
A new Youtube episode is being produced by Spanish Club each month featuring short little segments on Hispanic culture (some in Spanish, some in English) in lieu of in-person meetings this year.

For the September video, suggestions for the episode included a spotify playlist or a cooking segment. Watch as some KMHS staff taste test some Mexican candy!
GIRLS GOLF IS MOVING ON TO STATE FOR THE 5TH YEAR IN A ROW!!!
Congrats to Girls XC Meet Champion Tara B!!!
Grace G. Recently Named Honorable Mention Journal Sentinel Player Of The Week!  
The Booster Club Athletic Calendar Fundraiser IS BACK!
$20 per raffle calendar • Daily drawings Monday-Friday • $80 winner every drawing • Six $500 drawings

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No hard copy needed - sign up and participate online!


NEW Drop Off Process!
To minimize physical contact, there is now a "drop it off" table in the main entrance to the High School for items dropped off for a student(s). When you drop something off, please make sure it is clearly labeled with your child's name, and classroom.


Thank you!
Face coverings, in combination with other mitigation measures, have served the Kettle Moraine School District well in the first month of school and are proven to greatly reduce the spread and effects of COVID-19.

The district is in regular communication with Waukesha County Public Health, who strongly recommends face coverings in schools. This recommendation aligns with CDC and State Health Dept guidelines. Our district face-covering requirement is in place for the entire 2020-21 school year, regardless of the governor’s current or future orders. 
Reimbursable Meals For Face-To-Face, Distance Learners and More...  
The Department of Public Instruction released news that USDA Reimbursable Meals will continue through the end of 2020 or until available funds run out. Kettle Moraine School District looks forward to participating in this program.

For Distance-Learning families interested in signing up for meals, please fill out the meal order form. Families will need to sign up for meals each week. Meals are picked up by the HS auditorium on Mondays from 8:00 am - 9:30 am.
FREE PROGRAMS for PARENTS!
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Parents United is focused on empowering parents of children with disabilities to become effective advocates and informed fecision-makers.

Need Help with The Holidays?
Applications for Holiday Assistance through Christmas Clearing Council will be taken until Monday, November 16th. The Christmas Clearing Council of Waukesha County is a community organization that promotes and coordinates assistance to families in need during the holiday season. The organization matches families in need with individuals, families, or organizations that are willing to help on a one-to-one basis. 

New this year: 
Information and applications are available online! Please use this link if you would like to learn more about the program or if you are interested in applying.
Subscribing And Unsubscribing From KMSD Newsletters
All KMSD schools now utilize Constant Contact to distribute e-newsletters and other info to families and staff. If you UNSUBSCRIBE to one newsletter, you are unsubscribed from ALL KMSD newsletters.

If you simply wish to edit your subscriptions ("I want to receive the middle school newsletter, but no longer need Dousman's") please send an email to zupkez@kmsd.edu with specific requests.

If you unsubscribed from a newsletter recently, but still want to receive one or more ("I unsubscribed from Laser Focused, but still want to receive newsletters from Magee") please send an email to zupkez@kmsd.edu with specific requests.
KM Athletics is now live streaming. Please subscribe today!

For the fall season we will be streaming boys soccer, football, girls volleyball, boys volleyball.
Wisconsin Conservatory Music Lessons
Having performed at Carnegie Hall, with our hometown Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, & more - exceptional Wisconsin Conservatory of Music teachers are now available to help you & your family take your playing to the next level!
Virtual Zumba 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 and Thursdays 6-6:45 pm, and Sundays from 10-10:45 am.
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