Hello KMMS families, 

How should a school in the year 2023 balance traditional instruction with new-age technology which students will use in future jobs? This is a question we tackle each day and in every subject area. It would not be wise for us to abandon effective methods that have worked for many years. It would also be a disservice to our students to not put technology in their hands and teach them how to build skills that will be necessary in future employment. 

Our 2023-24 Academic Excellence goal is focusing on vocabulary. There are infinite benefits of strengthening our students’ vocabulary. This focus will help them interpret unfamiliar words, increase reading comprehension, improve reading scores, and improve learning in all subject areas. Some of our explicit vocabulary instruction this school year may look and feel more like what we remember in middle school. It will incorporate effective methods that have worked for many years like learning prefixes, suffixes, word origins, and word stems. And yes, your student will even have biweekly spelling tests with pen and paper! 

On another note, our district is undergoing a strategic planning and visioning process. We ask that our families take a moment and provide their valuable feedback. Please participate before October 2, 2023, by clicking on the link below OR copy/paste it into your internet browser.

https://www.schoolperceptions.com/Survey/index.php?loginId=SQGS-YCSP-XNPC-CKST

Have a wonderful weekend,

Matt Kitzerow
KMMS Principal

Laura Lloyd
KMMS Associate Principal

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Homecoming Week - KMMS Spirit Days - Next Week!

KMMS Family Advisory Committee

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 each month with other middle school parents?

If so, The Family Advisory Committee might be for you! The KMMS Family Advisory Committee (FAC) is beginning its third year and has returning members, but we are looking to onboard new parents to join our team to share their perspectives and insight.

Please fill out this short Google Form if you are interested. We meet the first Wednesday of each month from 5:00-7:00PM.

Thank you for considering!

Healing Hearts is a trusted, local, free, source of grief support for children, and families who grieve loss due to death, divorce, addiction, incarceration, deportation, or military deployment. Fall sessions of Healing Hearts will be starting soon! There are three locations and times this fall. Pick one or more that work for you!

Oconomowoc | Good Shepherd United Methodist Church | 6-week session | starts Thursday, September 21  

Waukesha | First United Methodist Church | 12-week session | starts Monday, September 25

Menomonee Falls | Good Shepherd Catholic Church | 6-week session | starts Thursday, November 9

Children will find care, support, and healing through age-based peer support groups while parents/guardians participate in a peer support group specifically for them.

Please use this link, or QR code to register for a group, or call, 262-751-0874 for more info. Share this with someone you know who may benefit from it!

We hope your student(s) are off to a great start to the year. The KMMS PTO is working on a number of initiatives that you will hear about in the coming weeks. First, we want to share this recap of last year’s efforts with you.

We fully understand that these few years at the middle school go by very quickly and there is no shortage of places to be or efforts to rally around. It has been humbling to consistently see our community so generously support our Teacher Appreciation efforts over the past year and during our recent drive. Our next area of focus is partnering with staff, students and of course, parents, to identify, fund and execute additional projects that serve our vision of exceptional students that are academically and socially prepared for the next step in life. As always, thank you for your participation and partnership.

 KMMS PTO

American Sign Language

Introduces American Sign Language (ASL) to students with no previous experience with ASL. Emphasizes the expressive and receptive conversational skills of ASL used by the Deaf community. Students will learn strategies on how to introduce themselves, colors, and numbers 0 - 15. Includes introduction to American Deaf culture.  All ages welcome, students under 16 must be accompanied by a parent throughout the entire class time.  Classes are on Mondays in October, sign up online at https://kmsd.revtrak.net/rwcommunityeducation/

After School Chess Club

Develop your child's intellect through the royal game of chess! Current research has shown a strong link between chess and academic performance in a variety of areas, including mathematics and language arts.. Each class will consist of a fun, interactive teaching period and guided practice time. Both beginner and experienced players are welcome and will learn under the guidance of an experienced Chess Scholars coach.  This program is offered by Chess Scholars.  To sign up, please visit https://www.learningmeansfun.com/signup 

Wales Elementary- Tuesdays, 10/10-12/19

Dousman Elementary -Wednesdays 10/11-12/20

Magee Elementary -Thursdays, 10/12-12/21

Cushing Elementary- Fridays, 9/29-12/15

LYBA Basketball

Registration is open for the 23-24 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 90 minutes 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/

Kettle Moraine Wrestling Club

All students in grades K-8 are invited to join the Kettle Moraine Wrestling Club.  

2023-2024 SEASON INFORMATION

Open Mat Nights: Open Mat Nights begin on September 6th.  Open Mat will be held in the High School wrestling room every Wednesday from 6-7:30.  All registered wrestlers are welcome to attend.  We'll have a structured session available, but wrestlers are welcome to use the room for drilling, live wrestling or games as well.  We encourage wrestlers to "bring a partner", but we will pair up wrestlers appropriately as needed. 

Regular Season:  The regular season for Middle School will begin on November 13th and the Youth season will begin on December 5th.  The conclusion of the regular winter season will be on February 28th when we host our annual Youth Night.  Post season will continue through the Wisconsin Youth State wrestling tournament at the end of March. 

Middle School Practice:  Practices for the Middle School wrestlers will take place Monday through Thursday at the Middle School, directly after the school day ends.

For more details or to register, please visit www.kettlemorainewrestlingclub.com

HS Boys Soccer - Youth Night

Join us Thursday, September 28 at 6:30 pm for the Varsity Boys Soccer Game at KMHS.  All youth players wearing their game jersey/uniform will get in free to the game!

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