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DIGITAL NEWSLETTER | MARCH 4, 2026

 
Wales Elementary/KM Explore

Wales Elementary/ KM Explore

 
 

NO SCHOOL TUESDAY, MARCH 10!

This is your friendly reminder that there is no school for students this coming Tuesday, March 10th. We WILL have school Monday, March 9th and Wednesday - Friday. 

Because of this, our school store will be open on the morning of Wednesday, March 11th for kids to purchase all of the little trinkets they didn't know they needed. 

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EASY WAYS TO SUPPORT PTO!

The PTO has lots of fun things planned over the next few months, and we hope you can join us! Please take a look at the upcoming events below and mark your calendars.

 

Upcoming Family Events:

Ella’s Public House (Wales) – THURSDAY, March 19

Big Putts Mini Golf (Waukesha) – May 5

Family Fun Night (at school) – May 15

Lake Country DockHounds Game – May 29

 

More details will be shared as each event gets closer. We’re looking forward to a fun spring with our school community!

USED BOOK SALE AND UPCOMING BOOK FAIR

Used Book Sale

Going on NOW

Come see our used book sale and grab some books for refresh you at-home library. All books just $.25!!

We also have a select number of previously loved Wales Wear for sale for $1- $2!

 

Find a gold mine of good books at the Spring Scholastic Book Fair!

March 16 – 20 | 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

We’d be lucky to have you volunteer for the Fair! Check out the options and sign up here!

It would be foolish to miss this opportunity! Sign up for an eWallet for the Scholastic Book Fair for convenient, cashless shopping for your learner.

https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/waleselementaryschool

DISCOVER CUSHING!

TONIGHT!

For families headed to Cushing next year, here's a great opportunity for you to see the building, meet the staff, and discover other families heading to Cushing next year!

Important to note: for families who are unable to attend this event, there will be another opportunity on Monday, April 13th from 5-6pm!

GETTING READY FOR...

Family Fun Night - SAVE THE DATE

This year's Family Fun Night will take place on Friday, May 15th from 5pm - 8pm. 

NEW!

Do you own, work for, or know of a local business that wants to be recognized as a community supporter? If so, we have a great opportunity with a Family Fun Night Sponsorship! Please click here for more information: Family Fun Night Sponsor

 

5th Grade Graduation

A small 5th grade event recognizing our kids moving on to middle school will be held in the evening Tuesday, May 26th for KM Explore and Wednesday May 27th for Wales. More info to come as the time gets closer. 

 

Wales Elementary School, Kids Heart Challenge is Coming – Be the First to Sign Up Today!  

 

Wales Elementary School families,  

I am excited to help create a community of lifesavers and am asking you to join me. This year, we have an important goal to have 100% of our families learn the lifesaving skill of Hands-Only CPR! It only takes a few minutes to learn, and it can make all the difference in an emergency. 

Sign Up for Kids Heart Challenge by downloading the free “AHA Schools” app for Apple or Android or by clicking HERE. 

Be a hero: Send 10 texts TODAY to help save lives. 

Complete Finn’s Mission: Complete all 7 steps, learn Hands-Only CPR, and be entered to win two Super Bowl tickets! 

 

Please don’t forget, not only are you helping the American Heart Association, but you are also helping our school! Our School will earn these Bonus Rewards when you REGISTER and COMPLETE FINN's MISSION!

 $25 Gift Card earned for every class that has 75% of the students Register

 $25 Gift Card earned for every class that has 5+ complete Finn's Mission

When 50% of the school Registers = $500 to purchase new PE/Playground Equipment

 

By signing up and raising funds, you can help us earn gift certificates for physical activity and recess equipment to support the health & wellness of our school community. Want to see what all the excitement is about? Check out this year’s Lifesaver League! American Heart Association | Kids Heart Challenge |  2026  Heart Hero Introduction

 

Let’s work together to create a community of lifesavers. Thank you for your support in helping us achieve this incredible goal! 

PURCHASE YOUR 25-26 YEARBOOK HERE!

Please be sure to double check the school that you are purchasing your child's yearbook from. Wales and Explore have separate yearbooks and we are unable exchange them for the opposite school once they are purchased. 

 
 

DATES TO WRITE ON YOUR CALENDAR

KMSD Calendar
 
Wales campus music dates
 

COMMUNITY EDUCATION

KETTLE MORAINE SCHOOL DISTRICT COMMUNITY EDUCATION

Providing Recreational and Educational Opportunities for Our KM Community!

We also rent space and are happy to facilitate your events, courses, or activities.

VISIT OUR WEBSITE TO LEARN MORE!

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 https://www.kmsd.edu/page/km-community-education

 

Registration is NOW OPEN for Junior Lasers Football! 

Early Bird Registration:  Now – May 1

Late Registration May 2 – July 16 (+$50).  Sign up early to ensure you receive your personalized Player Pack.

 

K-4th Grade: Flag Football

Early Bird Registration: $275

The season will run from August through October.

Players will be randomly placed on teams that are balanced by grade-level.

Teams will end their season with an “Under the Lights” game on Vock Field.

We will need coaches, especially for the K-2 division.  Sign up in SportsEngine for this rewarding opportunity!

 

NEW THIS YEAR!  5th- 8th Grade: Girls Flag Football

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.

 

5th- 8th Grade: Tackle Football

Early Bird Registration: $450

The season will run from August through October.

There will be 1-2 teams per grade, depending on enrollment.

For more information or to register visit www.kettlemorainelaserfootball.com

 

 

Join the Kettle Moraine Lasers Fastpitch Softball Family!

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!

 

 

Summer Football Camp July 13-16

Whether your child is brand new to football or already part of the program, we invite you to join us this summer for the KM Jr Laser Football Summer Camp Series!  These non-contact fundamental, focused camps are designed to help young athletes develop skills and confidence covering passing, receiving, ball-carrying, blocking, tackling (with a strong emphasis on safe, age-appropriate techniques) Youth athletes will be guided by  head coach Wyatt Jentz.  Camp is open to incoming grades K-8.  Registration details can be found online at www.kettlemorainelaserfootball.com

 

 

Camp Invention

Give your child an unforgettable adventure! The all-new 2026 Camp Invention® program is coming to Cushing Elementary the week of 7/27/2026- 7/31/2026 where rising K-6 campers will tackle hands-on STEM challenges that spark creativity and collaboration. They’ll team up with robotic capybaras, build a DIY space rocket and more! Visit invent.org/mylocalcamp to secure your spot! ! For a limited time, save $25 off with promo code FUN25 through 3/31.Payment plans are available.

 

 
 

Wales and KM Explore Elementary Schools https://we.kmsd.edu/o/wkmec
219 N. Oak Crest Drive Wales, WI 53183