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.

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The United States Army is the oldest and largest branch of the US Armed Forces.  Considered the American military’s land service branch, the mission of the Army is to provide land dominance in any conflict.  The US Army contains more than 480,000 active duty members who are stationed all over the world!  Members of the US Army are expected to abide by the following seven values: loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service, honor, integrity, and personal courage.  George Washington believed that having a strong military helped to prevent war, and he said, “To be prepared for war is one of the most effectual means of preserving peace.”  Thank you, current and former US Army members! 

The show will be held in the KMHS Auditorium on Friday, May 17th at 6pm. Cost $12 per ticket. Ella M of KM Global is using her senior capstone to combine her passion for dance with a desire to help others. She has produced a contemporary dance show called "The Beauty of Mistakes." This production combines many of Ella's beliefs and passions into the pieces you will see, and she is excited to be able to fundraise for LifeStriders in Waukesha. LifeStriders is an incredibly unique place that uses horse therapy to help all sorts of people with different needs. Tickets can be purchased HERE in advance.

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Several students from Mrs. Gehrke's Literacy class are collecting donations to local nonprofits as part of their passion projects.  Please look in the front entry hallway to find boxes where you can drop off items for HAWS, the Hope Center, or a local women's shelter!  Items needed include hygienic items, water bottles, garbage bags, pet food, paper towels, and many more.  Check the boxes and posters in the front entryway for a full list!  Thank you for considering supporting these great causes.

Students - Whether you are walking home, getting picked up or riding your bike, ALWAYS cross at the marked crosswalk. This is where adults are stationed to help you cross Ottawa Ave safely.  Please remember to also use the sidewalk after you have crossed the street.

Drivers - Please be patient as we close out the school year and battle the congestion and increased traffic due to the Bridge work on Hwy 18.  We are all looking forward to this project being completed… hopefully before the end of the school year!

Please remind your student to use the crosswalk and sidewalks. Please be alert and watch for pedestrians and stop for people in crosswalks. Thanks for working together to make our community safer.

7th graders are invited to apply to be WEB leaders for next year’s WEB activities. We are looking for students who have a positive attitude about KMMS and enjoy building relationships and encouraging others. Applications are available from 7th grade teachers or in the office. WEB leaders must be available for training day, August 28th and WEB day, August 29th, 2024. Applications are due Thursday, May 30th. If you have questions about WEB, please contact Mrs. Olson or Mrs. Hoffman.

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. 

The last meeting for the Student Senate will be Monday, May 20th after school. We will be having a pizza party. Please contact Mrs. McCaffery and Mrs. Hoffman via email to RSVP so that there are enough treats for all.

Time to celebrate the end of another successful school year! All KMMS families and current 5th Grade KM families are invited to the KMMS PTO second annual Summer Kick Off Bash where there will be concessions, kickball, yard games, a bounce house and a silent auction with music provided by DJ Otto. NEW THIS YEAR - Take a turn at dunking an 8th grader in our Dunk Tank!

In order to make this a successful community event, we need your help!  Please consider signing up for a volunteer slot (most are only 1/2 hour!) and then hang out at the Bash with your family and friends for the remainder of the event. Here is the link for the sign up genius.

The last Art Club meets May 28. ALL students are welcome. We meet right after school until 4pm in the Art room. No signup needed, just show up!

The last Coding Club meeting is May 21.

KM Global will be hosting an artisan craft fair at Kettle Moraine High School on Saturday, May 18th! This capstone project is a cornerstone of Global's learning. Students get the opportunity to build a community event to benefit a local organization. 100% of the proceeds from this event (from vendor fees, donations, food truck partnerships, etc.) will be donated to our friends at the Hunger Task Force. The market will start at 9:00am and end at 12:00pm in the KM high school parking lot. Join us to shop all of these wonderful products! Sign up to be a vendor or make a donation: https://www.classmunity.com/kmsd/view-fundraiser.php?fundraiser_id=2400

The students from the Kettle Moraine Special Education Department are proud to announce their 4th annual craft fair event in conjunction with many other area high schools! Proceeds will be used to enable students to participate in more community outings and expand their social skills. Hand-crafted by students.

When: Wednesday, May 22nd from 10:00 - 1:00
Where: Brandy Brook Community Center - S11W29980 Summit Ave, Delafield

Mr. P’s Grilled Cheese Food Truck will be on site for food purchases. Contact Leah Cuda - cudal@kmsd.edu with questions. Please join us to support the many school districts that will be participating!

Interested in being part of the KM Jr. Laser Dance Team for next school year?  Students entering grades 6-8 will practice twice per week beginning in July and going through October.   We will perform Saturday mornings at the local youth football games.  Sign up today at https://kmsd.revtrak.net/rwcommunityeducation/  Anyone who may be interested is welcome to attend an open gym to try it on Monday, June 3rd from 6-8 at KM Middle School. 

All Registrations and detailed information can be found online at https://kmsd.revtrak.net/rwcommunityeducation/ (Grade based on the 23-24 school year)

Any current 8th grader interested in playing at the high school in the fall can visit the KM Boys Volleyball website for more information. We have open gyms all summer. Tryouts begin August 19th.

It is a great day to be a Laser, when we treat one another well. Good morning KMMS students. I want to take a brief moment to talk about some folks that are important for all of us to treat well - our guest teachers!

First, let’s take a moment to express our sincere appreciation for our substitute and guest teachers. They play a vital role in maintaining the continuity of our learning environment when our teachers are unavailable. Their dedication and commitment to supporting our school deserves our utmost gratitude. It’s a tough job to be a sub. Let’s show our appreciation by welcoming them warmly, following their instructions attentively, and treating them with the same respect we afford our daily teachers. 

Did you know that substitute teacher shortages are a growing concern across the nation? These shortages can disrupt the learning process, leading to missed instructional time and academic setbacks for students. It's crucial for students to understand the impact of these shortages on their education. 

Respect for substitute teachers is crucial in maintaining a positive learning environment. Substitutes step into unfamiliar classrooms and work hard to ensure that learning continues in the absence of the regular teacher. They deserve the same level of respect and cooperation as our daily educators. By being respectful and cooperative with substitutes, students not only contribute to a positive classroom atmosphere, it also helps ensure that their own education remains uninterrupted and productive, and helps KMMS continue to be one of the best middle schools in the state. Please thank a guest teacher for being here if you see them today, or thank them one of these last few weeks of school. Have a great weekend, everyone!

It’s a great day… to be a LASER!

KETTLE MORAINE MIDDLE SCHOOL
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