CUSHING CHRONICLES

March
Mon, 18 - Summer Academy Registration Opens
Mon, 18 - Spring Spirit Week: St. Patrick’s
Tues, 19 - Spring Spirit Week: Class Color Wars
Wed, 20 - Spring Spirit Week: Red, White & Blue Day
Thurs, 21 - Spring Spirit Week: Pajama Day
Fri, 22 - Spring Spirit Week: Mismatch Day
Fri, 22 - Bridge to Brighter Donations Due
Mon, 25 - SPRING BREAK BEGINS

April
Tues, 2 - Classes Resume
Thurs, 4 - 4th Grade Parent Camp Info Meeting, 5:00
Thurs, 18 - FIELD TRIP: 4th Grade - Camp Whitcomb
Fri, 19 - FIELD TRIP: 4th Grade - Camp Whitcomb
Tues, 23 - Spring Book Fair with Literati Begins
Tues, 23 - FIELD TRIP: 5K-5th Grade - "Honk" at KMHS
Thurs, 25 - Celebration of Learning, 3:15-4:45 (5K-5th Grade)
Thurs, 25 - Spring Book Fair with Literati Ends

Greetings Cushing Families:

Throughout this month, we have been focusing on problem-solving and embracing responsible risk-taking. Students have become acquainted with the STEP problem-solving process through our student services lessons. This process can be applied across a variety of situations and contexts. The STEP problem-solving framework includes the following steps:

Saying the problem without blame

Thinking of safe and respectful solutions

Exploring the consequences of the possible solutions

Picking the best solution in order to make a plan

If you're interested in learning a bit more about this problem-solving process, we encourage you to watch this Shooting Stars video focused on problem-solving.

Go Stars!
Mrs. Rach

Star Slip Winners!

Spring Spirit Week
Let’s get ready for Spring Break with some Spirit!

Monday, March 18 = St. Patrick’s Day
Dress your little leprechauns in green!

Tuesday, March 19 = Class Color Wars
Dress in your grade’s color and let’s see what grade has the most spirit!

4K = Red
5K = Orange
1st = Yellow
2nd = Green
3rd = Blue
4th = Purple
5th = Black

Wednesday, March 20 = Red/White/Blue Day
Wear your Red, White, & Blue!

Thursday, March 21 = PJ Day 
We all love pajama day.  Just make sure your pajamas are outdoor recess ready.  Who knows what Mother Nature will have in store that day…

Friday, March 22 = Mismatch Day
Today’s the day to embrace that non-matching wardrobe!

5th Grade Pirate Musical!
Click HERE to watch our 5th Graders perform Pirates! The Musical.

Forward Testing
As we approach the Forward Exam testing period from March 18th to April 19t for students in 3rd - 5th grades, we want to ensure that all our students are well-prepared and supported. If you have additional questions about your child’s grade level test schedule, please reach out to their classroom teacher.

A few reminders and tips for parents/guardians ahead of testing:

• No Electronic Devices in Testing Environment: Please remember that electronic devices, including smartwatches, are not allowed in the testing environment to maintain fairness and integrity.

• Option to Practice at Home: While teachers will provide practice tests in class, some students may benefit from additional practice at home. You can access practice materials here.

• Encourage Restful Sleep: Adequate sleep is crucial for optimal performance. Please ensure your child gets enough rest in the days leading up to the test to help them stay alert and focused.

• Healthy Eating Habits: Nutritious meals and snacks play a significant role in maintaining energy levels and concentration. Please provide balanced meals, especially on test days, to support your child's well-being.

• Celebrate Effort and Manage Stress: Regardless of the outcome, celebrate your child's effort and hard work in preparing for the test. Your support and encouragement are invaluable. Encourage positive self-talk and maintain a positive attitude to help alleviate any stress.

Thank you for partnering with us to ensure our students' success. 
Mrs. Rach

Meet Dog Man at the Delafield Library - Monday, March 25 @ 1:00

Camp Whitcomb Parent Meeting - Thursday, April 4
The mandatory parent information meeting will be held on Thursday, April 4th in our Activity Center from 5:00 PM-6:00 PM.  (4th grade parents only)

Summer Academy - Registration Opens March 18
The Summer Academy Course Guide is live! Click HERE for more information.

Fast Facts:

• Summer Academy 2024 Dates: June 17-July 26 (no classes 7/4 & 7/5)

• Summer Academy hours: 8 a.m. to 12:35 p.m.

• Courses for grades 5K-8 will be broken into two sessions each three weeks long. Families will still be able to sign up for all six weeks or choose to only do one session. 

• Location: Wales Elementary and Kettle Moraine High School Campus

• Registration Opens March 18, 2024

Bridge To Brighter Update
Our 5th-grade Cushing Stars did a great job researching and creating donation materials for the Bridge to Brighter Foundation. The Bridge to Brighter Foundation helps young men who have aged out of the foster care system. This foundation provides young men with a place to live while they learn how to get a job and go to school. Additionally, they teach these men life skills like how to grocery shop, take care of themselves, and budget their money.  

We have gathered a handful of materials. Please consider donating materials that are listed below. 

Materials Needed

1. Toiletries

   • Deodorant 

   • Toothpaste

   • Toothbrush

   • Body wash

   • Shampoo/Conditioner

2. Toilet Paper

3. Dish Soap 

4. Laundry Detergent 

5. 18+ Men’s 

   • Underwear

   • Socks

   • Clothes (packs of T-shirts or long sleeves)

Donations accepted until March 22nd 
Donation Drop Off at Ms. Wiseman's Classroom: Room 106

Volunteer To Help!
Join in the Fun! Cushing Elementary is looking for some volunteers to get involved in a variety of events and efforts we have planned for Cushing students and their families.  Volunteers are needed to make the events a success.  Please click on the link below to learn more about the different opportunities we have available.

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Friday, March 15  |  10-4

KM Lacrosse is holding their annual Lax Blast Fundraiser on March 16th. It’s our largest fundraiser and benefits all lacrosse players - youth through high school, both boys and girls. Last year was a record year and with that, we’re able to fund multiple items impacting all our players - from new uniforms and player packs for our youth boys and girls to high school girls uniforms and gloves for all high school boys, with alternate helmets for varsity. In addition, funds raised go towards maintenance, goals, balls and other equipment, to name a few.

Join the fun, meet other club parents and friends and build a strong support structure and sense of family around our players so we can continue to benefit the boys and girls of KM Lacrosse now and into the future.

Get your tickets now and/or consider becoming a sponsor: kmlacrosse.com/lax-blast

Sunday, March 17, 2024 1:00 – 2:30pm
Kettle Moraine High School / West Gym

Led by Kettle Moraine Varsity Coach Brian Richert, the KM Varsity Boys and Girls Basketball teams will host a skills and drills clinic for 3-8th grade boys and girls. This event will include fun games and drills for all-level players.

This is a fundraiser to support the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), an organization devoted to funding critical research to treat and cure blood cancers. The KM Varsity teams are doing their part to support this cause – and all proceeds of this event will go directly to LLS Wisconsin.

Suggested donation amount is $25, which can be paid online click here. or at the event. 

To sign up now for the Shoot for a Cure, click here 

After School Wrestling
In partnership with the KMHS wrestling team, the KM youth wrestling club would like to invite you to participate in our 2024 After School Camp! Members from the KMHS wrestling team will lead the camp sessions. The camp is open to all K-5th grade students which attend a school within the Kettle Moraine school district boundaries.

The camp will be an action packed, fun, and safe introduction to the sport of wrestling. Students with all ability and experience levels are welcome. Practices will be once per week at the participants home school, for a total of 5 practices. Each participant will receive a camp t-shirt to wear for practice and Match Night.

Cushing, Magee - Tuesdays, 4/2-4/30 3:45-5pm

Dousman, Wales - Wednesdays, 4/3-5/1 3:45-5pm

Participants and their families are invited to Match Night on Tuesday, May 7th from 5:30 - 7:00 at the KM High School East Gym.  Registration is online at https://kettlemorainewrestling.sportngin.com/register/form/651891413

Tennis and Pickleball Opportunities
The Kettle Moraine Tennis Association (KMTA) along with Community Education has many spring and summer opportunities for tennis and pickleball for youth through adult. All registrations are online through KM Community Education at https://kmsd.revtrak.net/rwcommunityeducation/

Pickleball - Spring session on M/W April-June All abilities welcome.  The open pickleball $30 spring paddle band is your ticket to playing pickleball on the new KMHS pickleball courts all spring

Pickleball - Summer session AM or PM M-F, 6/10-8/2 The open pickleball paddle band is your ticket to playing pickleball on the new KMHS pickleball courts!  

Men and Women Recreational Tennis Leagues - June-August This league will be organized by KMTA volunteers, and you will receive a schedule with possible bye weeks, depending on the number of registrants.  Singles and doubles will be available, with a heavy emphasis on doubles to maximize court time.  Balls will be provided

Adult Tennis Drill and Play - Men and Women players will be provided with instruction from tennis professionals and assistants on Tuesday evenings from 6:00pm – 8:00pm at KMHS.  The format for these sessions includes an hour of instruction on technique and strategy, followed by an hour of competitive play

Youth Tennis Academy - Eligible players (ages 10 – 18) will be divided by ability level and specific lesson plans will be modified to meet the player’s ability.  Lessons will be progressive, consisting of technique instruction, drills, conditioning, and competition.  

Jr. Laser Football -Registration Now Available
Registration is now open for the fall 2024 football season.  Students entering grades K-4 are welcomed to sign up for flag football and students entering grades 5-8 will sign up for tackle football.  Season begins early August and goes through October.  Registration deadline is April 7.  Sign up online at www.kettlemorainelaserfootball.com

Low Impact Fitness Class
It's as easy as ABC! Join our invigorating Low Impact Fitness Class, ABC, where we prioritize balance, agility, and coordination. This lively class combines the joy of simple dance steps with targeted exercises to enhance physical stability and mobility.  This class promotes overall well-being while having fun on the dance floor. Improve your balance, boost agility, and refine coordination—all in a friendly, supportive and enjoyable environment.  Join us Thursdays from 4:30-5:30 at Wales Elementary.  Register online at https://kmsd.revtrak.net/rwcommunityeducation/

Camp Invention
Students in grades K-6 are invited to join us this summer at Cushing Elementary July 29-August 2 for an all day experience in STEM activities.  Registration is available online here 

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 https://www.kmsd.edu/page/km-community  to see the full list of current flyers.