September
Wed, 23: Virtual PTO Welcome Meeting, 9-10
October
Fri, 9: Virtual Day for All Students
Mon, 12: Virtual Day for All Students
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WAY TO GO!!! We had a great first week with all of our learners back at Cushing. Students have been getting to know their teachers and classmates, setting goals for the year ahead and practicing using digital tools as a part of their everyday work flow. Thanks for all that you did to prepare them for their return to school. Our team was absolutely amazed by how great the kids did this past week. They were ready to go and ready for learning, you should be SO proud! . Again, we are grateful for all that you did to help prepare for the 'new normal' of face-to-face learning this year.
It has been wonderful seeing all of our learner’s faces and listening to all their stories that they have to share with us. Each child is a special gift and we feel so privileged to have the opportunity to learn and grow with them this year. Please reach out if there is anything that we can do to help or support your child with the transition back to school. We know that it has been a while and that this could impact each differently. We want to ensure you that we are wrapping our arms around each of our kiddos to ensure a positive school year for our Stars. Looking forward to another great week as we continue to SHINE LIKE STARS into the 2020-2021 school year!
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Cushing News & Announcements |
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Car Line
As we continue to work through the new drop off/pick up procedures, we're incredibly thankful for your patience! There may be times where you are waiting in the parking lot even after you have picked up your child. We are going to keep working through the car lines as they are assigned now (by last name) but may need to make changes if we continue to get backed up at a given location. Stay tuned for more information.
Carline Pick Up Times
Our afternoon Car Line students get dismissed from class a little earlier right now. This change allows us to have less students in the hallways at the end of the day. Car Line students will be dismissed from class at 3:18 (2:55 on Early Release Days). We will inform you if that timing changes.
Distance/Virtual Meetings
Kettle Moraine students and teachers are using Google Meet for distance learning. These meetings are accessed using an invitation created by the teacher. Students access the meeting link via a learning platform or a calendar invitation. It is expected that only students in the class are part of these meetings. It is not acceptable to share the link with a non-student. This would be similar to inviting a stranger into our classrooms. Thank you for reinforcing this safety practice with your learner.
Hot Lunch
The Department of Public Instruction released news that USDA Reimbursable Meals will continue through the end of 2020 or until available funds run out. The Kettle Moraine School District looks forward to participating in this program for both our face-to-face and distance learning students. As we work to ensure that our serving process meets USDA and DPI requirements, we ask for your patience and support.
Face-to-Face Students
As you might have noticed during the first week of school, KMSD students are being charged $0 for a lunch meal. These meals are fully reimbursable by the USDA provided that the food purchased meets the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) guidelines. If your child purchases individual items without a fruit/vegetable or milk, they will be charged for the item(s) as this purchase does not qualify for reimbursement. To ensure that your child gets a free meal, they will need to ensure that they have taken all of the components of a reimbursable meal. KMSD Nutrition Services staff will be on hand to remind your child(ren) if they do not have all of the components of a reimbursable meal.
For the time being, lunch checkout will occur as normal. When your child purchases a reimbursable meal, they will be charged $0 if they have all of the components. Ala-carte items and seconds will continue to be made available for purchase at a cost to the student/family.
If you have any questions, please contact Lindsay Johnson, Finance Manager, johnsonl@kmsd.edu.
3rd Grade - Girl Scout Brownie Troop
The 3rd grade brownie troop will be starting again soon and we are looking for more future G.I.R.L Leaders (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-taker, Leaders)!
The troop typically meets every 1st Wednesday of the month with an extra event per month.
To sign your daughter up or get more information on our troop and prior activities, please email us at: GSTroop11088@gmail.com
Unleash Strong - Be a Girl Scout!
School Pictures
If your learner had their picture taken at school or at Brandybrook, you should be receiving an email from Empire Photography containing a link to your learner’s private, PIN-protected online photo gallery. You will see their image(s) in the gallery and will be able to pick a background to use for your order.
There is no obligation to order. If you do decide to order, you can complete your purchase for photo print and specialty products online. All orders will be mailed directly home and will be shipped within 2-5 business days.
One School, One Book
As we start the year, Cushing 5K - 5th graders will be participating in a school-wide reading club called One School One Book. Every student will receive a copy of the book, The World According to Humphrey. Throughout the start of the year, we will all be participating in collaborative school wide activities that unite the student body around this book. With the entire school reading the same book, there is sure to be a buzz of excitement in the building!
Through the One School One Book program, our goal is to build a community of readers which includes students, parents, teachers and other school staff and in the future will be sharing topics to discuss at home with your learner(s).
2nd Grade - Girl Scouts
Calling all 2nd grade girls who want to continue with or are interested in joining the fun of Girl Scout Troop #11090! We will start the year off with a movie night at a parent’s home on Friday, Sept 18thand provide an overview of this year’s plans. On Tuesday September 22nd, all girls who are interested can join us for an afternoon of fun at the park/beach (pending weather), including a Bridging ceremony where our existing Daisy Scouts will officially become Brownie Scouts. These are two opportunities where all are welcome to experience the Troop firsthand and ask questions of parents and leaders before committing to membership.Please email or text Amy Richards if you are interested in attending either of these events and location/time details will be provided to you directly. (amyracquelrichards@gmail.com/ 262-352-2446)
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While we will not be allowing lobby pick up/drop off this year, there will be times when people will need to enter the front lobby. The following rules will be in place to limit contact.
Cold Lunch/Student Belonging Drop Off
We all know that mornings can be crazy and a learner’s cold lunch/belongings may be forgotten at home. When this happens, the parent/guardian MUST call Cushing’s Front Office (262-646-6700) BEFORE dropping any belongings off. We ask that parents/guardians do not show up unannounced.
Once you enter the lobby, please place any belongings on the table and exit the building. A staff member will collect the items and deliver to the learner.
Doctor/Dentist Appointments
We also know that Doctor/Dentist appointments will continue.
If your learner will be arriving late:
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Email your learner’s teacher AND Mrs. Mirek (secretaryce@kmsd.edu) to let them know your learner will be arriving late to school. If you have an idea as to when you expect them to be back, please let us know.
- When you arrive at school, call Mrs. Mirek (262-646-6700) BEFORE you enter the front lobby.
- Once you enter the lobby, Mrs. Mirek or a staff member will let your learner into the Front Office. Parents/Guardians will NOT be allowed to enter the Front Office. Mrs. Mirek will sign in your learner and they will head to class.
If your learner will be leaving during the day:
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Email your learner’s teacher AND Mrs. Mirek (secretaryce@kmsd.edu) to let them know your learner has an appointment and what time you will be picking him/her up.
- When you arrive at school, call Mrs. Mirek (262-646-6700) BEFORE you enter the front lobby.
- Mrs. Mirek will call down to your learner’s classroom to have them dismissed to the office.
- You will wait in the Front Lobby, Mrs. Mirek will sign your learner out, and he/she will exit the Front Office door and be dismissed to you.
- If your learner will be returning back to school, you will follow the rules for arriving late (listed above).
Illness
When your learner gets sick during the school day, the School Nurse or Health Room Assistant will contact you regarding their symptoms and what the next steps will be.
If you are picking your learner up due to illness:
- When you arrive at school, call Mrs. Mirek (262-646-6700) BEFORE you enter the front lobby.
- Mrs. Mirek will notify the Health Room that you have arrived.
- One you enter the lobby, the school nurse or health room assistant will meet you to discuss how your learner is doing.
- You will stay in the Front Office and your learner will be brought out to you.
- The School Nurse, Health Room Assistant, or Mrs. Mirek will sign your learner out.
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As a way to get a ‘pulse’ on how our students during these unprecedented times,I will be administering a survey to each student in grades 1-5. The survey is intended to be a quick way to check in with our kids and identify students who may need extra support as we begin the school year. The questions are straightforward and ask about how they felt about virtual learning in the spring and how they are feeling about returning to school. If you prefer your child not participate in the survey, please contact me directly at: heinee@kmsd.edu
Also, if your family has experienced any recent hardships that you would like me to be aware of, please email me and we can set up a time to connect.
Beth Heine
Cushing School Counselor
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Cushing Family Directory 2020-21
Please take a moment to fill in your pertinent information for this year’s Cushing PTO's Family Directory. The Cushing Family Directory is offered by the PTO each year as a convenience to share contact information with other Cushing families. To participate in the 2020-21 Cushing Family Directory, you MUST complete a form for EACH of your children attending Cushing, as the KM District does NOT share your information with the PTO. Also, your information is not carried over from year to year.
Cushing Spirit Wear
Fridays are spirit wear days at Cushing. Wear your school colors or Cushing spirit wear proudly. Spirit wear will be available for purchase through the month of September. Click here to order today! Please note, upon ordering you may choose to have your order shipped to Cushing, or directly to your home address. Let’s shine like stars this year!
PTO Welcome Meeting
Do you want to learn more about Cushing Elementary? Click here for the link to join us virtually on September 23rd, from 9-10am. You can listen in for PTO news, and hear from our principal Mrs. Rach with school year updates.
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Decathlon
The Decathlon is on! A favorite event of Cushing students will look different this year, and will occur near the end of October during gym class. We are thankful for the support of Mrs. Rach and Mr. Cuda to keep the Decathlon going. Stay tuned for more info in the weeks to come.
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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.
After School Spanish - with Futura Language Professionals
Take off with Spanish! This 16 week course will have students exploring. They will “board” plans, trains and automobiles learning 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. Register today
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!
Sign-up today for a special New Student Online Lesson Discount - just $190 for six virtual lessons. Semester discounts are also available, offered in partnership with KM Community Education. Hurry - schedules are filling up for cello, guitar, percussion, trumpet, piano, string bass, violin, & more.
» Registration & Info: wcmusic.org/kettle-moraine | (414) 276-5760
KM Girls Basketball Club Tryouts 2020-2021 Season for Grades 3-8
Kettle Moraine Girls Basketball Club (KMGBC) will be hosting tryouts for all girls interested in increasing their individual skills development, team basketball skills and having fun! Register for tryouts at www.kmgbc.com. Please note players will need to pre-register and pre-pay before they show up at the gym. Those who have not pre-paid will not be allowed to tryout. Additional details available on the KMGBC website.
Tryout dates and times are as follows:
3rd-4th Grade: Monday, October 5th, 2020 6:30-7:25 p.m. KM High School East Gym
5th Grade: Monday October 5th, 2020 7:35-8:30 p.m. KM High School East Gym
6th Grade: Wednesday, October 7th, 2020 6:30-7:55 p.m. KM High School East Gym
7th Grade: Wednesday, October 7th, 2020 8:05-9:00 p.m. KM High School East Gym
8th Grade: Thursday, October 8th, 2020 6:30-8:30 p.m. KM High School East Gym
KM Boys Basketball Club Tryouts 2020-2021 Season Grades 3-8
Register online at www.kmboysbasketball.com
Thursday October 1 (Middle Gym)
7p-8:30p 7th grade
Sunday October 4 (East Gym)
11a-12:30p 3rd and 4th grades
1:30p-3p 5th grade
4p-5:30p 6th grade
Wednesday October 7 (Middle Gym)
7p-8:30p 8th grade
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 philosphy 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. Register here
Laser Fastpitch Softball Looking for more players for the 2021 Season
The Kettle Moraine Lasers Fastpitch Club is a premier Select Youth Organization. We work closely with the Kettle Moraine High School coaching staff to develop and prepare our players for the KM High School program. If your daughter is 8 or younger on 12/31/2020, and is interested in playing please check out the link here: https://lasersfastpitch.sportngin.com/register/form/086008015
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Community Events and Flyers |
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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.
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227 Genesee Street | Delafield, WI 53018 | 262-646-6700
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