KMMS DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.

Our theme for the month of December is “Giving Back.”  Giving back, or charitable giving, is the act of donating money, time, or goods to those in need.  Many times, this giving occurs through an organization like a church, school, foundation, hospital, or nonprofit.  Did you know that giving back increases dramatically around the holiday season?  Various sources provide us with statistics such as these: nearly one-third of annual giving takes place during the month of December, with 12% of all donations received during the final three days of the year.  This holiday season, KMMS will highlight some local charities to show the impact that giving can have! 

Congrats to the girls middle school dance team who placed 2nd in hip hop at the Shake on the Lake competition this weekend. Sofie F & Lilah M placed 3rd and Alyssa & Brianna N placed 7th in duets.

We are excited to announce this year's musical of Annie Jr! The show will be performed April 19th and 20th. Auditions for Annie are TODAY and Tuesday with callbacks for lead roles on Wednesday.  If you are interested, please sign up for a 15 minute time slot on the sign up sheet outside the Choir Room. Audition materials can be found outside the Choir Room, in the Announcements, and through the QR code on the audition posters throughout the school. Good luck and break a leg! 

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ALWpJdFQXiI6jXGx3Jb6JSitLdqdHyM8qOpmvbmtnwE/edit?usp=sharing 

When are auditions?

Sign up for a time slot on Monday OR Tuesday - list is on the Choir Room’s door (Rm 111)

Monday, December 4th from 3:00-5:00 PM
Tuesday , December 5th from 3:00-5:00 PM

Callbacks - If you are needed, you will be invited via email Tuesday afternoon. 

Wednesday, December 6th from 3:00-4:15 PM

Whichever slot you sign up for, you must stay for the entire time.

 If there are conflicts, please email Mrs. Hassemer at hassemerc@kmsd.edu.

What do I have to Do?

You must prepare 1 song from the show.

Options for the audition are:

1. Maybe https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r1wuK1H6mQM 

2. Tomorrow https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TsN_4VOB2EU 

3. NYC https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eAYw_Lss_cA

Songs do NOT have to be memorized but it is recommended.

You must be prepared to read lines with another person

Lines to prepare are on the back of this sheet. Girls will read Annie’s part and boys will read Daddy Warbucks’ part. We are looking for you to act it out and read with emotion. Lines do NOT have to be memorized.

You must be prepared to learn an easy dance

Wear clothes and shoes you can easily move in. The dance will be taught at the audition, so you do NOT need to prepare it in advance.

How do auditions work?

1. At your designated time, please report to the choir room (Rm 111).

2. You will begin by filling out an audition form.

3. Then, we will listen to you sing your piece. You will need to sing by yourself, however, your only audience will be the directors, choreographer, and producer. No other students will be in the room.

4. Next, you will read your lines with another auditioner doing the opposite part. Lines do NOT need to be memorized, but please read with emotion!

5. While you are waiting to be called, or after you’ve auditioned, you may work on homework or read a book in the hallway.

6. We will finish by everyone learning the dance together. You will NOT need to dance by yourself.

The cast list will be posted by Monday, December 11th.

Rehearsals will be : 

MONDAYS 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm  and WEDNESDAYS  3:00 pm-4:30 pm

*These times may change slightly as we get closer to performance weekend. 

Questions or concerns can be directed to 

Mrs. Hassemer hassemerc@kmsd.edu or Mr. Martin martinj@kmsd.edu

Lines to prepare:

Warbucks: I was in Tiffany’s yesterday and picked this up for you.

Annie: For me? Gee, thanks, Mr. Warbucks.

(opens up package and looks at the gift. She is clearly unhappy with it, but pretends to like it)  

Oh. Gee.

Warbucks: It’s a silver locket, Annie. I noticed that old, broken one you always wear, and I said to myself, “I’m going to get that kid a nice new locket.”  Here, we’ll just take this old one off and…..

Annie: No! I don’t want a new one!

Warbucks: Annie, what is it?

Annie: This locket, my Mom and Dad left it...when they left me at the Orphanage. And a note, too. They’re coming back for me. I know I’m real lucky, being here with you for Christmas. But...the one thing I want in all the world...is to find my mother and father. And to be like other kids, with folks of my own.

The Coding Club meeting will be this Tuesday after school until 4:15pm. Students, be ready to submit your platformer game for the competition. All students will get to play the games in this meeting and vote for their favorite. Also, we will start our new challenge so be sure to show up! If you have any questions, please ask Mrs Olson.

The Computer Science class is excited to announce that our school will be participating in the Hour of Code event, a global movement aimed at introducing students to the world of computer science. Hour of Code is designed to inspire students to take an interest in the rapidly growing field of Computer Science. We plan to have small challenges throughout the week with prizes drawn randomly from correct entries. Today’s challenge will be a word search. Once complete, please drop your entry in the designated box in your house area by the end of the school day. Winners will be randomly drawn from correct entries and prizes awarded! Your house teachers will direct you to the proper time to complete the word search. 

No, we aren't talking about hunting season. This EPIC raffle basket, coordinated by the Dousman Elementary PTO, includes court side seats at a Bucks game! All proceeds will be donated to Dousman Elementary in support of their annual Fun Run. Purchase a single raffle ticket for $25.00 (one entry) or five raffle tickets for $100 (five entries). Raffle includes: 4 - 2nd row Milwaukee Bucks tickets (Section 117, Row 2) to the game of your choice (excluding blocked games). The seats were graciously donated by former senator, Herb Kohl. The prize package also includes a basket of Milwaukee Bucks swag for a total value of $1200+. This package will provide priceless memories with your family! The raffle will end December 20th, so purchase your tickets now using the QR code or https://bit.ly/Debucks!!! The winner will be contacted via email.

Calling all 8th grade girls!

If you are at all curious about what it takes to join the Laserettes Dance Team next season, please fill out the Google form below. This will add you to the list to receive information regarding next year: tryout information, general information, etc. Tryouts will not be until March/April for our competition team and June for our football season-only team. This only adds you to a list to receive information and nothing more. So it can't hurt! 

Tryout Information Form

Feel free to reach out to Coach Sarah with any questions! daviess@kmsd.edu

Interested in trap/sporting clays? The last meeting is on TODAY, December 4th  from 5-6 pm.

It is mandatory for new athletes to attend one meeting. Current athletes must also attend one to register and to drop off fees. If there are any questions please contact Cyndi Patrick at patrickc@kmsd.edu.

KMMS Student Senate is sponsoring a supply drive for Children's Hospital, led by 8th grader Iris Fouts!  The purpose of this drive is to collect books, arts & crafts, and other activities for patients and family members of patients who are in isolation in the ICU at Children's.  Here's what Iris had to say about it:  

"I was inspired to start this supply drive because I have had the experience of being in the hospital over the holidays while my brother was receiving treatment in the ICU.  Being in isolation can be hard for siblings because we aren't allowed to do things that kids outside of isolation can do.  Because of this, I want to help make the holidays a little brighter for people in isolation."    

Donated items must be NEW, less than 12" tall, and not homemade. To make sure your item is acceptable, check out THIS list of requirements.  

If you wish to donate an item, please place it in one of the labeled bins in the front hallway or the front office.  The deadline to donate your items is Friday, December 8.  

The MS music department represented very well at the Breakfast with Santa event, which had record community attendance this year. Orchestra and band students were not only musically well-prepared, but conducted themselves very appropriately!

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 Friday, December 8.

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 flier in the front office for more information.  Send your essay and your completed application to Mrs. Cowan or Mr. Korb by Friday, December 8th.

8th Grade families!  KM offers five different high schools within the Kettle Moraine High School Campus.  The time is fast approaching to decide which school YOU will attend in 9th grade!  To get information about all of your options, visit the info nights for the different schools.

The National History Day team, where evidence matters, meets on Tuesdays after school in Room 603 until 4 pm. As usual, popcorn and hot chocolate will be served. 

The KM Forensics Speech Team, where students speak with conviction, meets on Wednesdays after school in Room 603 until 4 pm. Popcorn and hot chocolate will be served.

Questions? Contact Mr. Kaldhusdal

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. All students without after-school activities on Thursdays and Fridays should be picked up by 3pm.  

It’s a great day… to be a LASER!

KETTLE MORAINE MIDDLE SCHOOL
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