Explore Application is Open and February is Kindness Month!

Mr. Otto's Note - February is for Kindness

Hello KM Explore and Wales Families,

In February, we are going to challenge our staff and learners to really dive deep into what "being kind" means, and show how we can demonstrate kindness in many different ways. Our PTO has put together different opportunities to showcase all of the kindness that happens throughout the month. Please take some time to read through them below, and participate, if you so choose!

Please join us in celebrating KINDNESS for the month of February!!

KM stands for Kindness Matters: T-Shirt Fundraiser Every Friday for the month of February students and staff are encouraged to wear a bright-colored, tie-dye or the new KM Kindness Matters t-shirt to color our campus with KINDNESS. To order t-shirts please go to: https://www.kmmade.com/wales-pto-fundraiser . Sales will close on Thursday, February 3rd. All proceeds go to Families Helping Families, a Wales PTO foundation that helps support families that are looking for assistance with supplies, gear, and out of pocket funds such as field trips and snacks.

Join the Ripple Effect Our students will be able to “join the ripple effect” by purchasing a rubber bracelet at our school store on Tuesday mornings from 8:20am-8:40am. The bracelets display words of affirmation and kindness. For every bracelet that is purchased, one is donated to a student that has not yet been able to receive one. All proceeds for this fundraiser go to Families Helping Families. Bracelets are $1.00 each with one being donated. Be a part of the ripple effect!!

Campus News

Dates to Remember

February 7 - Student Council Meeting at 3:45

February 18 - No School

February 21 - No School AND Urban Air PTO Fundraiser from 4-8pm

February 25 - Fine Arts Day

Art Room is in Need of Egg Cartons

Mrs. Pinchard is seeking donations of egg cartons for the art room. If you have any extras, please send them to school with your learner. Styrofoam ones are best, if possible, but no egg carton will be turned away!

Empire Photography is Coming!

Calling all students who were missing for both original pictures and re-takes! Empire Photography will be here one last time to catch those who were quarantined/absent for the first two opportunities. Please email your classroom teachers if your student needs their picture taken, still.

In Case you Missed It...

Here are the updated Covid protocols outlining the new quarantine guidelines that our school district has adopted.

Blessings In a Backpack

There are many hungry kids throughout our area, and we are trying to make sure that those kids who need the food receive it from our organization. If you wish for your student(s) to participate in the program, you do not need to do anything.

If you choose to OPT OUT of this program, you can either: sign the form sent home and return it school or fill out this Google Form.

Calling All Potential Subsitute Teachers!

The Kettle Moraine School District is proud to partner with Teachers On Call to provide exceptional substitute teachers and educational assistants. Teachers On Call invests in their employees, recognizes their achievements, and is committed to the noble purpose of educating our youth.

As a Teachers on Call substitute, you’ll enjoy:

Free pre-hire training (for substitute teacher and aide or assistant positions)
Ongoing professional development
Steady, yet flexible, work you can feel good about
Weekly pay
Your preference of schools

Jump Rope for Heart

Wales Campus PTO News

More Kindness Opportunities!

Color the World with Kindness Throughout the month of February, we will be building a rainbow of kindness. Each student will have the opportunity to share words of kindness by displaying them on hearts in the school lobby. Together we will build a rainbow and “color the world with kindness.” Parents, grandparents, and guardians are encouraged to stop in at the front office and hang a heart too!

Home Connection Each week we will be focusing on one of four themes, Be Kind to Yourself, Be Kind to Classmates, Be Kind to Family, and Be Kind to our Community. Learning happens best when it is done both at school and at home. Each week we will share many ways that you can help your child continue to learn about kindness through reading about it, talking about it, and practicing it at home. Watch for this information in the weekly newsletter!

Please contact Melissa Wilson MelWilson254@gmail.com or Allie Mathson mathsona@kmsd.edu with any questions

PTO February Newsletter

The PTO newsletter for February is ready for you to view!

JOIN PTO!

Our PTO is always looking for new members from both KM Explore and Wales to help us continue to make our building an outstanding place to learn. If you have an idea or would like to be a part of our growing team, please email ptowales@gmail.com

Everything Explore!

Dates to Remember:

March 7 & 8- Camp Edwards (For Pioneers, only)

May 11th - All school concert

Applications are Being Accepted Feb. 1st - 28th!

Do you have or know of a student between the ages of 5K and 5th grade that would bennefit from the unique learning style that KM Explore offers? If so, please apply for them to join our learning community . Note: current students need not apply, however, siblings of current students do need to apply.

An informational night will be held on February 8th for families who are new to our school and would like to hear more about the 5 pillars that we have built our school's pedagogy on. Click here for more infomation on information nights,see it live" opportunities, and more on the application process.

Watch here for the latest Explore News!

https://vimeo.com/channels/kmsdetv

Wales Tales

Important Dates to Remember

March 2nd - 2nd Grade Field Trip to the Domes

May 4 - Wales Kindergarten Concert

May 20 - Wales 3rd Grade Concert

Watch here for the latest Wales News!

https://vimeo.com/channels/kmsdwetv

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.

Co-Ed Recreational Volleyball - Grades 4-8

Friday night youth volleyball league registration is now open. League play begins March 11 and runs through May 13 at KM High School. Registration deadline is Feb. 19. Register online at https://kmsd.revtrak.net/rwcommunityeducation/

Camp Invention

Summer 2022 Camp Invention will be offered at KM. Students in grades 1-6 will enjoy a week of STEM fun, building and creating. During this dynamic, high-energy program, young innovators will:

• Dive into cutting-edge ocean research as they adopt their own robotic fish, design and

patent aquatic plants, and take their fish friend home in a mini tank.

• Discover real space exploration technology when they create Spacepacks and AstroArm devices, mine an asteroid and observe erupting ice volcanoes.

• Combine science and art to build their own robotic artist, engage in design thinking,

make spin art and learn how inventions can change the way people create.

• Experiment with the fun of physics, engineering and gaming as they design, build and

test their own mega marble arcades.

Early registration discounts available! Register using SUM35 by 02/16 to save $35 off the $270 registration fee.

Availability is limited, so visit invent.org/mylocalcamp or call 800-968-4332 to secure your child’s spot today!

FREE KM GIRLS LACROSSE TRY IT CLINIC

For Girls Grades 3-8

February 15, 2022 5:30-7p at Wales Elementary

Please join us for a try it clinic before the Spring season starts. Learn the game rules, positions, and the fundamentals of passing and catching. This free clinic is for new players. Coaches will introduce the game in a fun & interactive manner. Equipment is provided for use during the clinic. Please have your child wear athletic clothing, sneakers, and bring a water bottle & mouth guard. Signed waiver will be provided at sign in.

Limited space - first come first serve - register at https://www.kmlacrosse.com/girls-youth-try-it-clinic

Contact Heather at 414-380-0040 or heatherrenno@gmail.com with questions.

KM Lacrosse Youth Boys & Girls Spring Registration Closes February 8th

Please register your youth player by Tuesday, February 8th. MAYLA (Milwaukee Area Youth Lacrosse Association) requires that teams and total number of players be submitted soon after. This applies to both boys and girls at all youth levels.

kmlacrosse.com/registration

Community Events and 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.

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