More Kindness T-shirts, Fine Arts Day, and Flight Groups!

Kindness T-Shirts are Available...Again!

Did you miss the chance to order a KM Kindness Shirt?

Well, don't worry! We have reopened the KM Made ecommerce store and made an addition to the ordering.

Wales/Explore Campus is extending the invitation to other KM students and staff to participate in Kindness Matters beyond the month of February! You now have the option (short sleeve only) to order a shirt with a KM logo OR you can still order shirts with the Wales/Explore logo (long and short sleeve). Orders will be accepted now through March 10th.

Keep spreading kindness!

https://www.kmmade.com/wales-explore-pto-fundraiser

Campus News

Dates to Remember

March 21 - 25: Spring Break!

April 1st - End of Term 1

April 4th - No School

April 15 & 18 - No School

Fine Arts Day was a HUGE Hit!

BIG thanks to Wales mom, Sarah Luwerke for putting it all together for us. All of the students and staff really loved learning about the arts for the day. And an even bigger thank you to all of the presenters that poured their time, love, and passion for the arts into our learners. You did an amazing job capturing the hearts, minds, and attention of all of us!

Photos of the day will be shared via the yearbook!

Yearbook Ordering

Health Room is in need of Clothes

We could use smaller pants for boys and girls. Anything that would fit 4Kers and 5Kers. Thank you for your help with this as you are doing your spring cleaning.

Birthday Treat Reminder

Friendly reminder, that as our handbook states, birthday treats should not include any edible food items. Exceptions for purchased food may be made for special class parties, but that will be arranged by the teachers.

Therefore, if you would like to recognize your child's birthday at school, please consider sending a small trinket for their friends, or donating a book to the classroom library in their honor. You can also ask your learner's teacher for more ideas that would be classroom-appropriate. Thank you for your understanding!

In Case you Missed It...

This email was sent out to all parents and guardians on 2/27/22 regarding masks on Dousman Transportation buses.

Hello, KM community. The Feb. 25 CDC news release states masking on buses can now be determined based on community spread. Waukesha County is currently at "medium spread." The district recognizes and agrees with the position taken by the CDC.

KMSD bus transportation is contracted through Dousman Transport, who has decided to follow CDC guidelines. Therefore, at this time, masking is no longer required for drivers and students on KMSD transportation.

Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions.

Sincerely,

Stephen Plum, Superintendent

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

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:

May 11th - All school concert

May 16, 17, & 18 - Camp Edwards for Pioneers Only

May 25th - All Explore Field Trip to the Zoo

Math Game Night

All 3 Explore classrooms came together for a night of fun playing various math games together. Check out the good times they had!

Grant Received

Congratulations to KM Explore Pioneers for receiving The Home Depot Foundation Grant. As part of the grant process Pioneer learners met with an individual from Home Depot to pitch their idea. The grant in the amount of $9,272.00 will be used toward creating an outdoor learning space on the campus of KM Explore and Wales Elementary. Home Depot will assist in building the outdoor learning space and school garden area along with a platform around an existing tree, garden beds, and landscaping. Way to go Pioneers!

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

Flight Groups

Wales learners participated in Flight Groups two weeks ago, which focused around "Being Kind to our Families". Students in the multi-age group, lead by adults from across our school, created little coupon books that they were to share with you. Keep an eye out for them, and ask your learner how they can be kind to their family.

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.

Fall Select Volleyball Boys and girls in grades 5-8

Boys and girls interested in participating in the fall WYVL fall of 2022 select volleyball program are asked to register at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfpluJg4dig2HpZa1jrKrqEvBg3KumuEf_aJIY9ElQ_TUGNDQ/viewform

Coach Shane Peterson from the high school coordinates this program. Practices are twice per week with league play on weekends at the Sting Center or New Berlin Sportsplex. Fees are approximately $200. Tryouts will be held in May.

Jr. Laser Open gym Cheerleading Opportunity

All current 5th, 6th and 7th graders are invited to open gym for KMJL Cheer. This is for those who might be thinking of joining our team for the Fall of 2022 or those who want to get some extra work in. There will be two dates of open gym 3/7/22 and 4/6/22 from 4-5:30pm. We will cover motion technique, jumps, tumbling and maybe a little stunting. Register online at https://kmsd.revtrak.net/rwcommunityeducation/

Girls Summer Basketball Camp Grades 3-8

This camp will focus on offensive/defensive fundamentals with plenty of competitions to win free gear. KM Varsity Coaching staff and players will instruct campers in station work and one-on-one instruction. Camp will be held June 20-23. Grade based on 2021-22 school year. Click to register for Grades 3-5 or Grades 6-8

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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