Dousman Families,

Our Fall Book Fair is FINALLY here. This fall's theme is Everglow Forest. We hope to see you there at some point, and don't forget about our Family Night this Thursday where we will have opportunities to combine our PTO sponsored One School One Book read aloud family activity with Mrs. Wayda up in the library.

Book Fair Hours

As always, please reach out to me mondayj@kmsd.edu (262)965-6520 x6001 or to Mrs. Baalke baalked@kmsd.edu (262)965-6520 x6000 with any questions or concerns. Here's to a fabulous week!

Dousman Principal

Leap into a storybook at the Literati Book Fair! Explore the Everglow Forest on Monday 11/17 9-3:30, Tuesday 11/18 8:15-4:15, Wednesday 11/19 8:15-4:15, and Thursday 11/20 4:30-7:00 (One School-One Book Family Night!), or shop online at literati.com/store. Each class will visit the Fair either on Monday or Tuesday next week. Every purchase benefits our school. With these stories, it’s easy to get lost in a book!

We began our one school, one book read aloud with Wishtree by Katherine Applegate last week. This week we will read Chapters 9-16, with discussions to happen both at home and at school. Please don't forget to check the Dousman Media Center Homepage to read along with special guest readers from our school. (See if you can guess who is reading!) Also, please send back the leaf included in your packet naming how you as a family can welcome others. We will create our own Wishtree here at school. Happy reading!

Nov. 17 Read Ch. 9-16 Have families send pictures of them reading the story together to waydac@kmsd.edu or send in a hard copy

Nov. 19-21: Read Ch. 9-16

Nov. 20: Family Reading Night 5-7pm with bookfair. PJ Day at school!

Nov. 24, 25: Read Ch.17-21

Dec. 1-4: Read Ch. 22-33. 

Dec. 8-11: Read Ch. 34-51. 

Dec. 12: Why Would Anyone Cut Down a Tree? (Packet to go home in Friday folders).  Raffle off more Katherine Applegate books.

This year, students will be learning about the eight key Executive Functions, or Brain Superpowers, as well as grit.  These brain superpowers are Self Control, Emotional Control, Flexible Thinking, Working Memory, Self-Monitoring, Planning and Prioritizing, Task Initiation, and Organization.

We celebrated a student from each class who showed emotional control and grit for October. Here are the students who were recognized in our monthly assembly:

Mrs. Siems - Lila                            Ms. Strenke - Abel                         Mrs. Linn - Drake

Mrs. Fab - Scarlet                          Ms. Myers - Mackenzie                 Mrs. Ryan - Abby 

Mrs. Lenske - Roni                       Mr. Sobotka - Riley                        Mrs. Kreif - Elissa

Mrs. Strom - Avery                       Mrs. Gross - Quinn                        Mrs. Wicke - Ava

November’s focus is on using Flexibility and Grit.  This superpower includes:

Speak with your child about the following visual and help them build healthy habits around emotional control.

How to Help Kids Develop Grit

Bottom Line

To build grit in children, let them struggle, support their passion, model resilience, and praise effort over outcomes. Your example and guidance shape their mindset for life.

Tuesday, Nov. 18: 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Friday, Nov. 21: Noon – 4:00pm LASER LOCKER CANDY CANE SURPRISE!
Tuesday, Nov. 25: Noon – 4:00pm LASER LOCKER HOLIDAY TICKET!
Tuesday, Dec. 2: Noon – 4:00pm
Thursday, Dec. 4: Noon – 4:00pm
Friday, Dec. 5: Noon – 6:00pm LASER LOCKER LATE DAY SHOPPING!
Saturday, Dec. 6: 8:00am – 1:00pm BREAKFAST WITH SANTA & CRAFT FAIR!
CLOSED WEEK OF DECEMBER 8 TH – 12 TH
Tuesday, Dec. 16: Noon – 4:00pm
Wednesday, Dec. 17: Noon – 4:00pm LASER LOCKER SANTA SAVINGS!
Thursday, Dec. 18: 10:00am – 2:00pm LASER LOCKER EARLY HOURS!
Friday, Dec. 19: Noon – 4:00pm
Tuesday, Dec. 23: Noon – 3:00pm LASER LOCKER LAST SHOPPING DAY
BEFORE THE HOLIDAY BREAK!
Store hours are also listed at kmsd.edu/page/laser-locker.
Want to make the holiday bright for someone? Secret Santa gifts can be delivered within the KM district. Simply make your purchase and let us know the delivery details! Our elves have taken the oath to secrecy.

Dear Parents of K-3 Students,

On Friday, December 12, Dousman will host local children's author Diane Nienas for Grades K - 3 (another author is coming in February for grades 4-5).

Diane, a Pewaukee resident, is the creator of the Living Life with Leo series—a #1 Amazon best-selling children's book collection.

Her presentation to our K-3 graders will cover her creative process: dreaming up, writing, illustrating, and publishing stories based on her son, Leo. Leo is a curious, joyful boy who uses a wheelchair, and Diane's visit is a wonderful opportunity to discuss imagination, writing, and inclusivity.

If you would like to order autographed copies of her books, please watch for the official book order form, which should be in this week's Friday folder.  If you would like to order any book/s for your child, please send the order form and money to school by Wednesday, November 19, 2025. 

Please let me know if you have any questions. 

Thank you,

Mrs. Leah Scheid
Dousman Librarian

Dear Dousman Families:

Conflict or disagreements are normal and often happen when children get together.  However, hurtful words, gestures, or physical attacks are unacceptable ways to deal with conflict at school.

Our goal is to teach students several positive ways to deal with these difficult situations.  I am teaching Kelso’s conflict management skills to help students solve minor problems in our Problem Solving Unit.

Go to another game or activity
Talk it out
Walk away
Ignore the problem behavior
Tell them to stop
Apologize
Make a deal or compromise
Wait and cool off 
Share and take turns

As students reach 4th grade, they learn to differentiate the verbal choices from the nonverbal choices.  Also, students are no longer asked to share and take turns to solve minor problems as they have generally mastered this skill.

By using Kelso the Frogs Conflict Management skills, students will develop effective ways to problem-solve.  The skills will help students deal with conflict in a positive manner and to make appropriate decisions.  

Attached below is a colorful wheel that we have in classrooms and around the school.  We encourage you to use Kelso’s conflict management skills at home.  By working together we can develop healthy life skills for our children to use at home and at school. As always you can contact me at poasta@kmsd.edu with any questions or concerns.

Amy Poast, School Counselor  

Kelso the Frog Conflict Wheel

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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

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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.

Fastpitch Softball Camps Offered - Join Varsity Softball Coach Graf and members of the high school softball team, for off season work in December.  There are many clinic opportunities for U8-U14.  Sign up today at https://kmsd.revtrak.net/rwcommunityeducation/

Registration for the 25-26 Wrestling Season is Open! - Calling all K-8th grade students who are looking to join a fun and challenging sport focused on developing all around athleticism, confidence and self discipline.  Wrestling is one of the fastest growing high school sports in Wisconsin, and the fastest growing sport in the country for girls!  The Kettle Moraine Wrestling Club offers three programs that support wrestlers at all age / skill levels.  There are clinics during the Fall for both experienced and beginner wrestlers.  Wrestlers are encouraged to attend tournaments when they're ready and will have the full support of the KMWC coaching staff.  The Beginner season runs from December through the first week in March.  Intermediate and Advanced season runs from mid-November through the end of March.  Check out our website, www.kettlemorainewrestlingclub.com, for season information and registration.  Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for information on upcoming events and competition results.  We hope to see you on the mat this season! 

KM Lacrosse Registration - Spring is around the corner; let's get ready early.  Lacrosse is open to both girls and boys, youth and HS students. The season runs from March 10 through May 30, 2026. Youth players will practice twice a week and games on selected weekends. 

Register now and catch the early bird discount, if you register before 12/31/25.
Youth Indoor Training Boys- https://kmlacrosse.sportngin.com/register/form/934964791
Youth Indoor Training Girls- https://kmlacrosse.sportngin.com/register/form/168852630
Spring Season Registration for Youth and HS, Boys and Girls: https://kmlacrosse.sportngin.com/register/form/589579458

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