Hello KMMS Families,

All of the clichés that time is flying and the school year is going fast feel so true right now. We are already into the second month of the school year and before we know it we will reach the end of Term 1 and we’ll see you all for Parent Teacher Conferences (November 3rd and 6th).

The month of October brings a new theme to KMMS, “It’s a great day to be a Laser when we treat each other well.” This aligns well with national “Anti-Bullying” month. As a school, we will focus on respectful treatment of one another, what types of “jokes” are off limits, our KMORRs (district policies), the effect of bullying on mental health, and the many avenues we have for reporting bullying. We care deeply about our students and how they treat one another here. We’ve made a lot of progress in the last three years. But this is ongoing work, and we know we’ll never be ‘done.’ It takes diligent and deliberate messaging and meaningful conversations with our students. 

As we continue to make progress, we ask our parents/guardians to have ongoing conversations with their child(ren). Here is what we tell our students: If you see someone being treated poorly:

1. Don’t laugh

2. Don’t join in

3. Offer help

4. Enlist the help of a trusted adult

Let’s all do our part to make KMMS a place where everyone feels respected. It really is a great day to be a Laser when we treat each other well.

Have a great weekend,

Matt Kitzerow
Principal

Laura Lloyd
Associate Principal

KM DECA’s Bash on the Grass is this Friday, October 3rd, from 4–7 PM. Come have some fun and  food before our football team takes on the Muskego Warriors!

Dear KMMS families,

Do you want to have a better idea of the middle school vibe? Are you interested in having the inside scoop on KMMS? Do you want to spend some time throughout the school year with other middle school parents? Please consider joining the KMMS Family Advisory Committee!

The purpose of this group is to provide input and feedback on a variety of issues around learning and life at KMMS.  We are entering "Year 5" and have many returning team members that mostly represent 7th and 8th grade. 

Please fill out this short Google Form if you are interested. 

Upcoming Family Advisory meetings:

• October 22nd from 5:00-7:00 PM

• November 19th from 5:00-7:00 PM

• January 7th from 5:00-7:00 PM

• February 23rd from 5:00-7:00 PM

• April 22nd from 5:00-7:00 PM

Please let us know if you have any questions. Thank you for considering!

Did you miss our first Best Buddies get together this past Wednesday? There's still time to register and join in on the fun. If you decide that Best Buddies is a group that you want to be a part of, please make sure to register to ensure you are able to participate in our coming activities and receive the information. Here is the link  to registration. Please see below for the mission statement for Best Buddies so you are aware and ensure that you are able to model their overall mission/purpose. Here is a letter providing more information.

Kettle Moraine Middle School's Best Buddies group was recognized as an Outstanding Chapter for the 2024-2025 school year. Congratulations to all involved and let's continue to foster inclusion, friendship, and acceptance at KMMS!

Best Buddies International is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, inclusive living, and family support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

Mrs. Olson's newly created STEM Forward club has started, and there's quite a buzz amongst the students. Groups have been formed, students have reviewed judging rubrics and project requirements, our first prototype base has been built and planning is underway! Some incredible STEM skills are being demonstrated by students who are 3D modeling their plans and learning all about the 6 types of machines. STEM Forward is the place to be for students wanting to apply the STEM skills they learn every day in our high quality classes of design/build and programming. Special thanks to Mr. Gutbrod's contribution to the club building bases. 

Please be sure that your student(s) exit(s) the vehicle on the passenger side when being dropped at the designated drop off spot each morning. Please do NOT allow your student to exit on the driver's side. The lane on the driver's side is close to the moving traffic in the pass through lane, and we want to keep students away from moving vehicles.

IMPORTANT: New traffic patterns. https://ms.kmsd.edu/o/kmms/page/traffic-patterns.   

Support our Ambassador Program by purchasing a Kindness Shirt—starting at just $24.99! Every dollar raised goes directly toward funding random acts of kindness throughout our school community. Wear your shirt proudly and help us spread kindness, one good deed at a time.

Please place your order by October 10th, and contact Mrs. Cowan or Ms. Cuzman with any questions. [Click here to purchase!]

Attention 7th and 8th graders! America is celebrating its 250 birthday this year and you can be involved! KMMS 7th and 8th graders are heading to Washington DC in June! If you are interested in traveling with us and you are not already registered, have your parents email Mrs. Hoff for more information! hoffkathryn@kmsd.edu Trip Info and FAQs

Help us boost school-wide attendance! If you would like to or are interested in donating, please consider supporting our Attendance Incentive Program by donating items for our monthly Plinko game. At KMMS, we love celebrating great attendance because the connection between attendance and student success is HUGE. Students who attend regularly are far more likely to thrive academically.

This year's KMMS musical is Matilda Jr. and auditions are coming up next month. If you are interested, come to the info meeting on Monday, October 13 in the choir room (rm. 111) from 2:45-3:30. You can find the audition sign up posted around the building or linked in the morning announcements. Please see Ms. Milton with any questions. 

Below are the important dates for auditions: 

• Information Meeting – Oct 13, 2:45-3:30

• Audition Workshops – Oct 15 & 17, 2:45-4:00 (choose one)

• Auditions – Oct 20, 21, & 24, 2:45-5:00 (choose one)

• Call Backs – Oct 27, 2:45-4:15 (if needed)

AUDITION SIGN UP & MATERIALS LINKED HERE

The KMMS health room is in need of middle school sized clothing for students who might need a quick change during the school day. As you can imagine, sizes very from extra small adult through extra large adult. If you are able to donate to the health room , please bring items to the front office. Thank you!

The Scholastic Book Fair is coming! SAVE THE DATE for 10/27- 10/31, 2025 and get your reader psyched to pick out their own books! Start exploring together: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/kettlemorainemiddleschool  #ScholasticBookFairs

E-Wallet for Ease and Convenience
Create your child’s Book Fair eWallet so they can shop cash-free, worry-free, and independently! It’s easy to set up and easy for others to contribute funds! Start here: Book Fair Homepage. #ScholasticBookFairs

Please collect your Albrecht's Sentry receipts to support Kettle Moraine Middle School PTO!

Please send in your Albrecht's Sentry receipts throughout the rest of the year. Albrecht's Sentry will give back 1% of receipt totals collected. Receipts can be dropped off in the front office in the designated collection container. This is a quick and easy way to support KMMS PTO.

Thank you to Albrecht's Sentry for supporting our community!

Note: Receipts cannot be older than 6 months to be eligible for the round up.

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.

Registration is open for the 25-26 Youth Recreational basketball season.  All students in grades 1-8 are welcome.   Season begins in December and concludes in February.  Grades 3-8 will practice one night per week with Saturday morning games and will be followed by a season ending tournament.

Grades 1-2 will meet on Saturday mornings for one hour with practice and game play. Our emphasis will be on knowledge and execution of basketball skills, rules, sportsmanship, fair play and attitude. Eight foot baskets will be used.  Sign up today at https://kmsd.revtrak.net/rwcommunityeducation/  Deadline is Oct. 27

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 Football would like to announce our Green Bay Packer/Ski/Golf Raffle!  We have an exciting opportunity to win three different great prizes through a generous donation from a KM Football Family. Each ticket is $30 and all proceeds benefit  KM Football.
The winners will be drawn on 10/17/25 on the last KM Varsity Football Game during halftime. 
You DO NOT need to be present to win.
Please feel free to share the link with family and friends, and post to social media.  The more tickets we sell the better. All proceeds will go directly to KM Football.

First Prize: Packer Tickets: 4 outdoor club seats for the Monday November 10th game against the Philadelphia Eagles

Second Prize: Ski Package: 4 lift tickets to Ausblick Ski Hill in Sussex. On date TBD between donor and winner, accompanied by donor. Includes 1 day ski rental from Les Moise Brookfield (if necessary) for 4. Lunch for 4. Private group lesson from certified instructor

Third Prize: Golf Package: Threesome golf outing, including refreshments at one of the Legend courses, accompanied by the donor. Date TBD between donor and winner (must be used by the end of the 2025 golf season, or Legends dinner for up to 8 before the end of 2025, or threesome of golf at comparable course in 2026)

GREEN BAY PACKER\SKI\GOLF TICKET RAFFLE LINK BELOW: 

https://givebutter.com/pHxQqF

Join us for a fun, beginner-friendly clinic designed to introduce your student  to the game of lacrosse. No experience is required, and sticks will be provided.

·       Date: October 19

·       Time: 11:00am – 12:30pm

·       Location: Kettle Moraine High School turf

·       Gear: athletic clothing, tennis shoe or cleat.

·       Cost: Free

With Futura Language Professionals, we offer a wide variety of in person or live virtual Spanish lessons for youth and adults in our community.  From beginner to advanced levels we have  multiple options.  You will receive dynamic interactive lessons.    All classes are listed online at https://kmsd.revtrak.net/rwcommunityeducation/

Adult Conversational Spanish-Get inspired today and broaden your cultural awareness.  offers 3 levels of learning, held live weekly on zoom.

Middle School Prep-Ignite Your Language Journey is an exciting course for middle school students to learn advanced vocabulary, verb conjugations, and essential conversation skills through interactive lessons, games and more.

Live Virtual Spanish for K-5 Students will practice useful Spanish expressions in fun, real-life contexts.

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/o/kmsd/page/community-flyers

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