Mrs. Kaminski and Mr. Bestor were discussing something related to math... and laughing. Watch today's daily announcement video to find out what made them chuckle!

International Women’s Day celebrates the social, economic, and political achievements of women around the world. The day also brings international awareness to gender parity. According to the World Economic Forum, global gender equality is estimated to be achieved by 2133.

This day brings to light the continued need to strive for change for women across the world, specifically in three areas:

Just over 100 years ago, only .2 % of the United States Congress consisted of women. Fast forward to the year 2020 and women hold 23.7% of the U.S. Congressional seats. While that might seem like progress, according to United Nations statistics, the U.S. percentage matches exactly the worldwide average for women in political office.

In many parts of the world, women are less likely to own land, a business, or attend school. Education alone is a powerful tool leading to financial independence for women. Their children reap the rewards, often for generations to come. Additionally, when the women of a community prosper, so does the community. Educated women and girls are more likely to educate their own children. They also have a better understanding of healthcare and understand their rights. 

According to the United Nations, more than half of the world’s most economically disadvantaged people are women. International Women’s Day strives to bring economic power to women who are not allowed to work for pay or work for low wages. And despite strides in industrialized countries, there is still work to do there, too. 

March 8 – International Women’s Day, whose origins trace back to protests in the U.S. and Europe to honor and fight for the political rights of working women, was first celebrated in 1911, in Austria, Denmark, Germany, and Switzerland. Things were made official in 1975 when the United Nations started celebrating the day. 

As President and CEO of ECOS®, Kelly Vlahakis-Hanks leads the strategy and production of environmentally friendly cleaning products, including the ECOS®, Baby ECOS®, ECOS® Pets, and ECOS® Pro product lines. She has been internationally recognized for her highly effective leadership and influential voice in the green movement and in corporate social responsibility.

Vlahakis-Hanks oversees four sustainable manufacturing facilities across the U.S. and a global sales team. She has implemented sustainable practices that have made ECOS® a model for green American business. Under her leadership, ECOS® became the first company to achieve the “trifecta” of sustainable manufacturing: carbon neutrality, water neutrality, and TRUE Zero Waste Platinum certification. As a primary manufacturer, ECOS® has received many awards for its innovations in safer green chemistry, including the U.S. EPA’s Safer Choice Partner of the Year. ECOS® makes its plant-powered products using 100% renewable energy and has reduced its waste by over 95% by working closely with its suppliers and extensively recycling and reusing materials.

Under Vlahakis-Hanks’ leadership, ECOS® instituted one of the strongest employee benefits programs in the industry, offering its employees a wide variety of benefits such as medical insurance, paid sick and family leave, disability coverage, and onsite wellness programs. The company also offers financial incentives to employees who make sustainable living choices such as purchasing a low-emission vehicle or solar panels. To help support working families, Vlahakis-Hanks implemented a “living wage” policy in 2014 that raised the company’s minimum wage to $17 per hour, one of the highest in the industry. As a woman of African American and Greek heritage, she actively promotes a corporate culture of diversity and empowerment, and more than 50% of her C-Suite and top executives are women.

By lending her voice to industry councils and policy advocacy, Vlahakis-Hanks works to promote higher standards for product manufacturing that protect consumer health and the environment. Vlahakis-Hanks has dedicated herself to the pursuit of green chemistry innovation, environmental protection, and social advocacy.

WCTC will be hosting an information night regarding their Summer YA CNA offerings, TOMORROW Tuesday, March 9th from 6:00-7:30. The more students we get to attend one of these evenings, the more slots KM will receive. If you are interested in the possibility of becoming a CNA please attend. See this flyer in the online announcement for the Zoom link and more information.

For more information see Mr. Rortvedt or your counselor.

What a great weekend to be a Peak Nordic skier! This weekend at the Wisconsin Nordic state meet the Peak skiers really showed up!

Both the girls' and the boys' teams took first place, and they had four skiers in the overalls! For the boys: 

For the girls:

Congratulations to EVERYONE on the team for a great season!

Let's show them our love and order a LOT of delicious food from them!

A portion of the proceeds of all qualifying sales will be dedicated to helping fund a transformation for athletics and activities. 

For your order to qualify, mention Kettle Moraine High School or show the Facebook post when ordering. You can also call ahead to place your order (262) 968-4900 and then pick up your order at 323 N. Wales Rd, Wales, WI 53183. Note: Cannot be combined with other offers or discounts. Not valid for delivery.

Mr. B. Bestor made 124 three-pointers during his two years at New Mexico State University. Fun Fact: He ultimately made 223 three-pointers in his four-year college career.

 

He is the proud father of Ben, Bryce, and Bray Bestor. Mr. J. Bestor is the godfather of Bray.

 

Student winners: Luke I., David T., Ava S., and Waylon M.

Staff winner: Mr. Buntman

Review the parking regulations outlined in the student handbook on page 24 to keep them fresh in your minds. Violations of the parking regulations may result in the loss of a parking permit, or towed and/or ticketed vehicles.

Please make sure you are bringing your own masks to school, and wearing them properly!

Be sure to follow your classroom cleaning expectations to help us all stay as safe as possible!

Our bubblers are turned off, but the refill stations are still on. Remember to bring your reusable water bottles to stay hydrated!

Please remember to wear your student ID every day, and at all times while you are in school. It is very important that you use those IDs (examples: lunchroom, signing in and out, etc.) so we reduce any unnecessary contact.

Please stay 6 feet or more apart, and do NOT leave your Advisory to seek face-to-face help, instead, use google meet to work with your teachers.

Hold the delivered pickles, hold the lettuce, anything outside the school cafeteria or your home-prepared meal does upset us.

Parents/guardians and students are asked not to bring/deliver food or beverages from any outside commercially prepared eating establishments to school to be consumed by students during their regular mealtimes, or any school hours.

It is noted in the student handbook that food from area restaurants will not be accepted during the school day. In addition, in our August 14, 2020 campus welcome back letter, we mentioned “Special food deliveries will not be allowed during the school day. Special deliveries sent to the school will be sent back with the person delivering the food, and will not be accepted or delivered to the student. When a parent/guardian needs to drop off a delivery for a student, the parent/guardian must communicate that to the student. Students will not be called down to the office to pick up their delivery. They will be required to pick it up during passing time or during their lunch break. Students will be required to turn the product over to office staff for disposal upon entering the building and will then be sent to class.