Hello KMMS Families,

As a reminder, our students do not have school on Monday, September 29th. Our teachers have a professional development day.

We also want to invite you to our Back-to-School Information Night on Tuesday, September 30th, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at KMMS. All parents and guardians are welcome to attend, hear important updates about the year, and ask questions. 

• We strongly encourage families to review the slideshow presentation ahead of time. 

• Please feel free to submit questions to us ahead of Tuesday night’s presentation by using this Google Form.

We look forward to seeing many of you there!

Have a great weekend,

Matt Kitzerow
Principal

Laura Lloyd
Associate Principal

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.

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).

Mr Stefka, Principal of TouchPad Electronics, visited Mrs. Olson's Drones/Robots/Circuits class to share information about careers associated with the circuits, our current unit of study. Students shared their computer simulated projects, showed physical Arduino projects and talked about code. Mr. Stefka shared samples of circuit boards, how they are made and some safety equipment. Students enjoyed learning about circuit boards and especially trying on safety gear! Many thanks to Mr. Stefka for visiting!

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.

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

Important Reminder: Traffic Pattern & Drop-Off Procedures

Thank you to all who have helped make the new traffic pattern a success! 

After 7:20am the route behind the school will be closed due to outdoor classes. If you are dropping off your student(s) late (between 7:20–8:40 a.m.), please follow one of the two approved routes entering the campus from Hwy 67 onto Laser Trail.

Option 1: Drop off your student at the designated area in the middle parking lot, then exit using the west exit onto Ottawa Ave.
Option 2: Continue in front of the school and drop off your student at the front doors, continue on to merge with Dousman Elementary parent traffic, and exit using the east exit on Ottawa Ave.

Important: Do NOT enter any areas marked “Do Not Enter” — these are exit-only lanes. Unauthorized entry into these areas may result in a citation from local law enforcement.

Please refer to the maps below for a visual guide to the approved routes. Thank you for keeping our students safe!

Option 1: 

Option 2:

IMPORTANT: Please be sure to check out this link for additional new traffic patterns. https://ms.kmsd.edu/o/kmms/page/traffic-patterns.   

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 teacher appreciation committee puts on several events throughout the year and we need your help to make that happen!  We understand that not everyone is able to volunteer time with schedules being so busy.  This is a great way to show your appreciation for our teachers and support these ongoing events!  Our goal is to raise at least $3,000 dollars.  The more money we raise the less we will ask throughout the year.  We provide several meals, treats, snacks, coffee, tea, gifts, etc. for the teachers throughout the year.  We also supply the break room with different appliances that the teachers request (microwave, ice machine, tea kettle, etc.).   Link to Sign Up Genius

Your donation will help us give back to the teachers and staff who give so much to our kids!

This is your opportunity to make a cash or supply donation to the KMMS Teacher Appreciation Committee.  Cash donations are made via Infinite Campus.  There will be additional opportunities to donate supplies and food for our hosted meal events throughout the year.

To make a payment in Infinite Campus select your KMMS student, select ' fees' from the drop down menu on the left then select ' optional payments' at the very bottom. Donations should be made using the option " MS - PTO Donation.' Click 'My Cart" on the right side of the screen and enter the amount that you want to donate. Click submit at the bottom of the screen. Thank you for your generous support!

Infinite Campus: 

https://campus.kmsd.edu/campus/kettlemoraine.jsp

We always welcome additional members of the Teacher Appreciation Committee. The general PTO is also looking for help. Please sign up below if you're interested in joining either group. This is a great way for parents to get involved at the middle school.

A link is provided for some items as a suggestion. If you would rather purchase elsewhere or purchase a similar but not identical item, please sign up for the appropriate quantities and drop off at the KMMS office.  Please label items: Teacher Appreciation Committee.

For easy shipping or e-delivery please use the addresses below.

Ship to:

KM Middle School, c/o PTO, 301 E. Ottawa Avenue, Dousman, WI 53118

Questions or comments welcome! You can reach us at:

kmmsappreciation@gmail.com

Thank you for your generosity!

The Teacher Appreciation Committee of the KMMS PTO

Abbey Sprague, AnnMarie Eve, Karli Olson, Stacy Grafenauer, Diane Terry and Abby Johnson 

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

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

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 held on Mondays in October.

Sign up: https://kmsd.revtrak.net/rwcommunityeducation/

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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