Dates to Remember
March
  • Fri, Mar 26 - Mon, April 5 - No School - Spring Break
  • Tue, April 6 - School Resumes
  • Thurs, April 8 - Early Release - students dismissed at 3:05 pm
Please stay safe over spring break so that we do not have any unnecessary outbreaks of COVID when we return. We have all done a GREAT job of mitigating the spread within our school so that we are able to stay open for Face to Face learning. In addition, regardless of what the state of Wisconsin decides to do in regard to the mask mandate, KMSD has already determined that ALL schools and busses will continue to require masks for the remainder of the 20-21 school year.
Pre-Order 21-22 School Supply Packs
Click the picture below to pre-order your student's 21-22 school supply pack. Packs will be delivered directly to school and placed in your student's classroom so they will be ready to go on the first day of school. For more information, please click here to visit out Dousman PTO Website
Summer Academy Brochure is LIVE
The 2021 SA brochure is now posted online! Registration will open April 12th. Please click here to access SA Brochure and Information
Fun facts for 2021:
  • June 21- July 30 (no 7/5)
  • 8am-12:35pm
  • In person plus online options for grades 6-12
  • Grades 5k-8 will be in cohorts 
  • Serving FREE lunch
  • Aftercare provided by WI Youth Camp or YMCA Pabst Farms
Student Lead Opportunity to Show Thanks and Appreciation
A few of our innovative and engaged 5th grade students have organized an opportunity for us to say thank you to local health care providers. They are taking donations of the following cleaning and mitigation supplies.
  • Hand Sanitizer (non-scented)
  • Disposable Masks
  • Latex Gloves
  • Sponges
  • Tissues
  • Disinfectant Wipes (unscented)
If you would like to make a donation, please send them to school with your child and have them placed in the collection bin in their cubby area.

The lead students will then be creating donation baskets which will also include an additional treat as a thank you.
Guidance News from Mrs. McAboy

Respecting Differences:

In Guidance classes we have been learning how we have similarities and differences from one another but differences are what makes the world interesting and allows us to learn from each other.

In K5-3rd we read the book The Judgmental Flower By: Julia Cook and decorated flowers showing how we are similar and different from our classmates.

The 4th and 5th graders wrote poems on Diversity and reflected on how they are similar and different from each other and how they feel when they are encountering new experiences. The discussions were very impressive.

Lunch Bunch Groups and Individual Counseling:

I have recently started some new lunch bunch groups that focus on Social Skills and Friendship. Please reach out to me if you feel your child would benefit from a group or Individual check ins.

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
PTO News
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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:
2021-2022 1st Day School Supply Kits
Order your hassle free kit here.  Visit the Dousman PTO site for the full supply list.
Staff Hawaiian Luau Lunch
Mahalo to all the families who donated to the Bullfrog Salute: Give for Good Classmunity Campaign! Our dedicated Dousman staff enjoyed an amazing Hawaiian luau lunch before spring break hosted by the PTO and Dousman families. What a way to kick off a much deserved break! We're hoping to host another catered meal during Staff Appreciation Week, so please keep Giving for Good!
Donate to Bulllfrog Salute: Give for Good! Our staff appreciation Classmunity Campaign will run through the end of the school year and will provide extra funding support for some catered meals for staff in the spring months. Any amount you give is truly appreciated and helps to recognize the hard work our teachers do every day! We’ll also have meals delivered to our virtual teachers! Thank you for your support!
 
Donate Now on Classmunity: https://bit.ly/3byEEoh

Don’t forget about effortless fundraising! Check out our Fundraising page to learn how you can support the PTO!
Community Support
Dousman Cub Scout Pack 73, a committee of the PTO, will be building 40 wood duck houses as a conservation project in March!  

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)
  • Looking for passionate volunteers to mentor in the roles of President, Treasurer and Secretary!
  • Board of Directors Volunteer Relations
  • Bargain Book Fair Coordinator for 2021
  • Effortless Fundraising Coordinators
 
Upcoming Events:
  • May 18, 2021 - Culver’s Share Night, 5:00-7:00 pm, Wales, WI

(View all our upcoming events on our website.)
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 Football Laser Bash - 
The KM Football Laser Bash will be held on Saturday May 22nd at Ella’s Public House on Hwy 18. We will have food, live music, raffles and a silent auction. Help and donations are needed. For more info about the event go to kmsd.edu/laserbash or contact:
Sue Spencer- sspencer6@wi.rr.com; or Jenny Rife- rifejen6@gmail.com.

Jr. Laser Football 2021 - Registration now open!
Registration for the fall 2021 football season is now open. All players entering grades K-8 are encouraged to register. Visit www.kettlemorainelaserfootball.com
Registration deadline is April 6, 2021. After April 6 there is a $50 additional late fee.

 Youth Lacrosse
KM Lacrosse is looking for girls in grades 3rd through 6th who are interested in playing lacrosse this spring. Contact Coach Nancy Matthews at 414-732-5614.
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.

Jr. Laser Football 2021 - Registration now open!
Registration for the fall 2021 football season is now open. All players entering grades K-8 are encouraged to register. Visit www.kettlemorainelaserfootball.com
Registration deadline is April 6, 2021.

KM Football Laser Bash - 
The KM Football Laser Bash will be held on Saturday May 22nd at Ella’s Public House on Hwy 18. We will have food, live music, raffles and a silent auction. Help and donations are needed. For more info about the event go to kmsd.edu/laserbash or contact:
Sue Spencer- sspencer6@wi.rr.com; or Jenny Rife- rifejen6@gmail.com.
 
Fastpitch Softball - U-8 Players needed
We are looking for additional U8 players for the Kettle Moraine Lasers Fastpitch Club 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
PTO
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