Hello KMMS Families,
I want to highlight a big change coming to KMMS next school year. Beginning next school year, our middle school will transition from our current 1-5 grading scale to a 100-point grading scale (0-100).
Many families will find that this scale looks more similar to the grading systems you experienced when you were in school, where grades are expressed as percentages. Our grades will become less confusing and more transparent with families. This change will also align our middle school with the high school, which is making the same shift next year.
Our goal with this adjustment is to provide greater clarity and consistency for students and families. A 100-point scale is widely used in high schools and universities, and aligning our grading practices across grade levels will help create a smoother transition for students as they move from middle school to high school.
Over the coming months, we will share additional information about how the grading scale will work and what families and students can expect next year. Our focus remains the same: ensuring that grades clearly communicate student learning and progress. Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting our students. Have a great weekend, Matt Kitzerow
KMMS Principal Laura Lloyd
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Helen Farnsworth Mears 7th & 8th Grade Art Contest |
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Many of our KMMS students' art pieces were entered in a local contest and awarded prizes by judges from the Pewaukee Area Art Council.
All entries are currently on display at the Pewaukee Library until March 26th. Art pieces that received a 1st, 2nd or 3rd place award, will be entered into the regional contest, the GFWC-WI Rolling Hills District Student Art Contest on April 11th. Congratulations to the following students for being recognized in this contest: |
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3D Artwork:
Hadley B. 2nd Place Fish Bowl
Carter S. 3rd Place The Guardian Octopus
Grace V. Honorable Mention 2X
The Witches Corner & Silent Symphony |
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Jasper P. Whomping Willow Tree
Ezra H. 1962 VW Baja Bug |
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SUMMER SCHOOL COURSE GUIDE ONLINE!!! Course registration opens at 8am on Monday March 16th. Students will be able to choose four courses per day (with the exception of Moving on to Kindergarten). To accommodate more families and staffing demands we will again run two separate sessions lasting six weeks total. Session one will run June 15-July 24 (no classes 7/3). Students can attend the full six weeks or one session only if preferred. Session two classes will be a repeat of content and activities from session one, unless noted in the course description. We encourage new students interested in "trying" KM and meeting friends to sign up for Summer Academy. Courses are available to open enrollment students for a fee. Check out courses NOW at kmsd.edu/SA!
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The 3rd Annual Showcase of Learning is Coming! |
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| Best Buddies will host our next event on Wednesday, 3/18, from 2:45 - 3:30.
We will meet in the 7th Inspire Open Area for a scavenger hunt!
Please see Mrs. Suvaka or Mrs. Daley with any questions! |
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Kettle Moraine Middle School presents Matilda Jr. on March 20 and 21 at 7pm and March 22 at 2pm at the Kettle Moraine Prism Auditorium. There will also be an art show by KMMS students in the auditorium lobby.
Tickets can be purchased online (linked here).
Adults are $15, seniors and students are $10, and children 5 & under are free. |
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STORE HOURS: Friday, March 13: Noon – 4:00pm
Saturday, March 14: 9:00am – 2:00pm Thursday, March 19: Noon – 4:00pm Friday, March 20: Noon – 4:00pm GO LASERS!
Store hours are also listed on kmsd.edu under Menu. |
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MOD Pizza Fundraiser: This Sunday!! |
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PTO Volunteer Opportunities
Roles are still open. Please check to see if you might be the right fit for our needs. |
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Collect your Albrecht's Sentry receipts to support Kettle Moraine Middle School PTO! Please send in your Albrecht's Sentry receipts throughout the year and drop them in the collection container in the front office. Albrecht's Sentry will give back 1% of receipt totals collected. 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.
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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.
We also rent space and are happy to facilitate your events, courses, or activities.
VISIT OUR WEBSITE TO LEARN MORE! |
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NEW THIS YEAR! 5th- 8th Grade: Girls Flag Football |
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Early Bird Registration: $275
Last year, we had an all girls team at the 3rd & 4th grade level. There is so much interest, we are going to expand our girls flag program! Team design will be determined based on enrollment.
We are currently reaching out to local schools to have other girls teams to play. The season will likely run from August through October.
If you’re interested, you can register right away. If you are still deciding or want more information, you can fill out this Girls Flag - Interest Form. |
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Middle School Track and Field |
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Our spring season for grades 7/8 begins April 7. Practices will be held M,T,W 2:40-4pm. 6th graders are welcome to practice with the club for three weeks of the season in April to prepare, exercise and learn about track and field. Registration is available online at https://kmsd.revtrak.net/rwcommunityeducation/
Deadline to sign up is March 24. |
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Boys Summer Basketball Camps |
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Join Coach Richert and the high school boys basketball coaching staff and players. Work on fundamental drills and skills. The Shooting camp for grades 4-8 will be held June 15-18, and the Toughness Camp for grades 3-8 will be held June 22-25 at the high school.
Sign up today at https://kmsd.revtrak.net/rwcommunityeducation/ |
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Join the Kettle Moraine Lasers Fastpitch Softball Family! |
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Ready to hit the diamond as the weather warms up? The Kettle Moraine Lasers Fastpitch Softball Club is looking for a few more players to round out our 2026 rosters! We have limited immediate openings on our U8 team (players born Sept 2016 – Aug 2018) and one final spot on our U10 older team (players born Sept 2014 – Aug 2015). Whether your U8 daughter is playing fastpitch softball for the first time, or your daughter is looking to take her game to the next level, our program focuses on fundamental development and a positive team experience.
Interested in joining the Lasers family? Please visit kmlfc.com to register for a tryout or email us directly at kmfastpitch1@gmail.com for more information. After registering a club member will reach out to discuss next steps. See you on the diamond!
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All the fun of Zumba® with resistance training mixed in!
Zumba + Lift® blends the fun, low-impact dance fitness you love with simple strength training using light weights (about 5–10 lbs, though, this is up to you and your fitness level). We will alternate between Zumba® routines and dumbbell weight training throughout the entire class to build strength in our major muscle groups. Start with the weights that you feel comfortable with, and add additional weight over time. Please bring your own set of weights, either 2, 5, or 10 lbs. The goal of these classes is to get stronger in a progressive manner. Classes are held this spring on Tuesdays and Thursdays, sign up today at https://kmsd.revtrak.net/rwcommunityeducation/
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