KMMS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

National Stress Awareness Day, observed on the first Wednesday in November, encourages us to identify and address the stressors in our lives. While some stress can motivate and protect us, excessive stress can negatively impact our health and relationships.

Recognizing the sources of stress—whether they stem from health issues, work/school environments, financial concerns, or family dynamics—is essential. By pinpointing these stressors, we can take steps to manage and reduce them.

Here are some effective tools for managing stress:

• Develop Coping Skills: Practice techniques like deep breathing, mindfulness, or meditation to help manage anxiety.

• Let Go of the Unchangeable: Focus on what you can control and try to release the rest.

• Exercise Regularly: Physical activity helps release built-up tension and improve overall well-being.

• Maintain a Balanced Diet: Eating nutritious foods can provide the energy and resilience needed to cope with stress.

Taking proactive steps on National Stress Awareness Day can lead to healthier, more balanced lives. Remember, it's okay to seek help if you're feeling overwhelmed.

Please join the KM Music Parents Association for their November meeting on Monday, November 11th at 7:00pm at KM High School in Room B21. We'll be discussing Fall music events across KM and the Auditorium renovation fundraising. All parents/guardians of music students are welcome to participate. You can reach us at kmmpaboard@gmail.com.

The True Grit award is available to ALL students in grades 6-8 and is sponsored by the Lake Country Optimist Club. To apply for this scholarship, you must write a 300 word minimum essay on the topic of grit. The student who demonstrates the most growth in perseverance, endurance, and resilience through optimism, creativity, and confidence to achieve a desired academic or nonacademic goal, will be awarded a $100 scholarship.  You must pick up a flyer in the front office for more information.  Send your essay and your completed application to Mrs. Cowan or Mr. Korb by Friday, December 6th.

Attention ALL Kettle Moraine Middle School Students

Do you earn good grades?

Do you volunteer in your community?

If you answered yes to these two questions, please consider applying to be Kettle

Moraine Middle School’s nominee for the Carson Scholarship!  This opportunity is open to all students who have a GPA of at least 3.75 (that is, no more than one B in their Math, STEM, Literacy, and Social Studies classes) and have completed community service / volunteer hours.  

If our school’s nominee is chosen by the Carson Scholars Fund to be an award winner, they will receive a $1,000 scholarship invested towards a four-year college or university.  Learn more about the Carson Scholars Fund, including info about the application and selection process HERE.  

Applications can be picked up in the front office.  Please see Mr. Korb or Mrs. Cowan with any questions.

Each applicant will be required to write a short essay.  The applications will be reviewed by a committee to determine our school’s nominee.  Applications are due in the front office by the end of the day on Wednesday, December 11.

Attention 8th grade football players, or any 8th graders who want to play football next year! 

Team meeting (players only) is today, Wednesday, November 6 from 3:30-5pm in the high school west commons (the room across from the cafeteria). This is for all current 8th -11th graders. Coach Mac will be discussing the importance of the weight room, working out during the off season, off season expectations, nutrition and leadership. It will be filmed and on Hudl for kids who can’t make the meeting. 

The PTO is hosting a baked potato bar meal for all staff on November 7th, which is the evening of teacher conferences. If you would like to contribute please sign up HERE.

You are invited to join the KM Forensic Team, where students learn to speak with conviction. Whether performing a dramatic monologue or delivering a persuasive speech, this team helps us build communication skills with confidence and clarity. Through practice and competition, we gain the tools to express ideas with passion and precision. It’s a place to grow, find your voice, and make an impact—because every argument we make and story we tell has the power to shape the world around us.

We meet every Tuesday from 2:35 to 4 pm in room 601.

Questions? Contact Mr. Kaldhusdal

Student Senate meets after school until 4pm in the 6 Inspire house open area. The next meeting is is November 12th.

Future meetings: 11/25, 12/10, 1/7, 1/27, 2/11, 2/24, 3/4, 3/17, 4/15, 4/28, 5/13 

Any questions, please contact Mrs. McCaffery (6 Inspire) and Mrs. Hoffman (Front office)

Learning lab is on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 2:45 - 4:00 in the library. All students not going to the Learning lab must have rides arriving prior to 3pm. Only those students may wait in the vestibule just inside the front doors.

It’s a great day… to be a LASER!

KETTLE MORAINE MIDDLE SCHOOL
349 N. Oak Crest Drive | Wales, WI 53183 | 262-968-6200