TRAILBLAZER INDUCTION!!! Three Kettle Moraine graduates were inducted into the Trailblazer Hall of Fame, recognizing alumni who exemplify excellence and impact.
Dr. Mary Lynn Roth Hook ’75 has dedicated her nursing career to improving patient care through research, evidence-based practice and innovation, sharing her work nationally and internationally.
Heather Nelson ’87 is President and CEO of Spring Bank, where she has helped finance more than 100 startups and countless small businesses while mentoring entrepreneurs and women in business.
Robert “Bob” Winter ’93 is an entrepreneur, world traveler and endurance athlete who has explored more than 110 countries and completed all six Abbott World Marathon Majors.
We are proud to celebrate these exceptional alumni and their lasting impact and appreciate the advice they provided our students.
Dr. Mary Lynn Roth Hook ’75 has dedicated her nursing career to improving patient care through research, evidence-based practice and innovation, sharing her work nationally and internationally.
Heather Nelson ’87 is President and CEO of Spring Bank, where she has helped finance more than 100 startups and countless small businesses while mentoring entrepreneurs and women in business.
Robert “Bob” Winter ’93 is an entrepreneur, world traveler and endurance athlete who has explored more than 110 countries and completed all six Abbott World Marathon Majors.
We are proud to celebrate these exceptional alumni and their lasting impact and appreciate the advice they provided our students.
HOMECOMING KING AND QUEEN!!! King Nico Yttre and Queen Mia Gray were crowned today at the pep rally! We also had our totals for the week's festivities and the Seniors came out on top!
TODDLER DAY!!! On Thursday, October 15, the Kettle Moraine High School Child Development class hosted a Toddler Daycare Simulation, welcoming local parents and their toddlers into the classroom for an immersive learning experience. High school students designed and facilitated hands-on activities aligned with the four primary areas of childhood development: social/emotional, language, physical, and intellectual. The event was a tremendous success, offering students a valuable opportunity to apply their coursework in a practical, real-world setting.
CLASSROOM CENTERSTAGE IS BACK!!! KM Perform's Classroom Centerstage Season 2 Lineup is ready! Produced by KM Perform students, each episode will be published directly to our YouTube channel. Subscribe today to catch every release: https://www.youtube.com/@KMPerformStudios
KMMS BEST BUDDIES PUMPKIN PAINTING!!! Best Buddies had a fantastic Thursday afternoon painting pumpkins! Special thanks to our KMHS Best Buddies for coming to help out, and to Cozy Nook Farm for providing the pumpkins for our 3rd consecutive year. We love our local community partners!
CUSHING CELEBRATES HOMECOMING!!! Cushing students got into the HOCO spirit with dress up days this week. Monday was PJ & Stuffie Day. Tuesday was Match with a Friend Day. Wednesday was Teacher/Student Swap Day, and today was Anything But a Backpack Day. Tomorrow EVERYONE will be sporting their KM colors!
YOUTH GIRLS FOOTBALL CLOSES FIRST SEASON!!! Kettle Moraine girls in 5th–8th grades took part in our first-ever Youth Girls Flag Football program this season, with 43 girls competing across three teams. Kettle Moraine joined Pewaukee, Muskego and Mukwonago for a season of competition, teamwork and fun. Congratulations to all of the girls, and thank you to the coaches and families who helped create this new opportunity. We look forward to offering Youth Girls Flag Football again next year!
SENIORS TAKE POWDERPUFF CHAMPIONSHIP!! After beating the Freshman, the Senior girls edged past the Sophomores 20-14 in a battle for the Powderpuff Championship. The Seniors were pretty salty about their loss last year and came in with attitude. Captain Laser also made his first appearance! Watch for a Capturing KM Video later today in our Laser Focused Newsletter email for interviews with the players, coaches, and officials. Special thanks to Mike Brickl for the fantastic photos!!
DALE ZABEL MIDWEST FACILITY DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR!!! Congratulations to Kettle Moraine’s Dale Zabel, who has been named the 2026 Midwest Facility Director of the Year! This award recognizes an exceptional school facilities leader whose vision, dedication, expertise, and commitment to excellence make a lasting difference for students, staff, and the community. Dale’s leadership in creating safe, efficient, and supportive learning environments—and his focus on both day-to-day operations and long-term planning—has made a meaningful impact throughout Kettle Moraine. We are proud to see Dale recognized for the leadership and dedication he brings to Kettle Moraine every day.
RECORD-BREAKING YEAR FOR KM DECA FOOD DRIVE!!! Thanks to the incredible generosity of the Kettle Moraine community, KM DECA collected and donated a record-breaking 10,631 pounds of food to the Waukesha County Food Pantry on October 13, 2026!
This incredible accomplishment would not have been possible without the support of our students, families, staff, and community members who came together to make a difference. Whether you donated food, helped spread the word, or volunteered your time, THANK YOU!
These donations will help provide much-needed food to individuals and families throughout Waukesha County.
We are incredibly proud of our KM DECA students for their hard work and dedication, but even more grateful to be part of a community that continues to show up for others.
10,631 pounds of food. One amazing community. Thank you, Kettle Moraine!
This incredible accomplishment would not have been possible without the support of our students, families, staff, and community members who came together to make a difference. Whether you donated food, helped spread the word, or volunteered your time, THANK YOU!
These donations will help provide much-needed food to individuals and families throughout Waukesha County.
We are incredibly proud of our KM DECA students for their hard work and dedication, but even more grateful to be part of a community that continues to show up for others.
10,631 pounds of food. One amazing community. Thank you, Kettle Moraine!
SIGN UP FOR LYBA BASKETBALL GRADES 1-8!!! Registration is open for the 26-27 Youth Recreational basketball season. All students in grades 1-8 are welcome. The 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 next Friday, October 23. Enrollment is not allowed past this date.
JEREMY STRUSS WINS SHINING STAR AWARD!!! Congratulations to Kettle Moraine School District Finance Director Jeremy Struss, recipient of the 2026 Mike Roshar WASBO Shining Star Award! Presented by the Wisconsin Association of School Business Officials (WASBO), the award recognizes outstanding contributions to the school business profession through leadership, collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and innovation. Jeremy was recognized for his commitment to sharing his expertise and developing innovative solutions, including budget dashboards that help turn complex financial information into clear, actionable insights for district leaders. He also shares his knowledge through WASBO presentations, mentorship, and regional involvement, helping colleagues strengthen their own practices. Watch Jeremy's recognition video: https://youtu.be/Lyj_xsSu0Do
ROCK AND ROLL STORYTIME AT KMCC!!!Get ready to read, sing and move with Miss Andrea from the Delafield Public Library. On the third Friday of the month from 9:00–9:30am we will host Rock & Roll Storytime at the KM Community Center. Designed for young children and their caregivers, each session will build early literacy skills by having fun with rhythm, songs and stories in a playful, welcoming environment. Sign up now! https://forms.gle/MgszbuhrxSJgt3Mg7
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Friday, December 18
KM COMMUNITY WALES ELEMENTARY BUCKS OUTING!!! Join the Wales Elementary and Kettle Moraine community for a Bucks Outing at Fiserv Forum! Cheer on the Milwaukee Bucks as they take on the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday, January 15, at 7 p.m. A portion of each ticket purchased will benefit the Wales Elementary PTO. The first 100 ticket purchasers will also have the opportunity to participate in the pre-game Fan Experience. Tickets must be purchased by December 15 at https://www.gofevo.com/event/Waleselementary2.
DON'T MISS RAVE IN THE KETTLE!!! Homecoming tickets are still available, SO GET YOURS TODAY!
DON'T MISS RAVE IN THE KETTLE!!! Homecoming tickets are still available, SO GET YOURS TODAY!
SALT SALE FOR KM LACROSSE!!! Stock Up for Winter. Suit Up KM Lacrosse! The KM Lacrosse Salt Sale is open through Oct. 28. Support our boys and girls youth and high school lacrosse teams while stocking up on water softener salt — this year’s funds will be spent on new uniforms.
40 lb bags: Diamond Crystal Solar – $10 • Morton Pellets – $10 • Morton Rust Remover – $11
Order from a KM Lacrosse player or online at https://givebutter.com/km-lax-salt-sale-fundraiser-2026-27-lghphp by entering your favorite high school or youth lacrosse player’s name. Player Delivery Timing: Players will deliver salt before Sunday, Nov 15, at an agreed-upon date/time. Delivery is available only within the KM School District. Businesses, workplaces, churches, and larger properties can order in bulk. Contact Kettlemorainelacrosse@gmail.com. Thank you for supporting KM Lacrosse!
40 lb bags: Diamond Crystal Solar – $10 • Morton Pellets – $10 • Morton Rust Remover – $11
Order from a KM Lacrosse player or online at https://givebutter.com/km-lax-salt-sale-fundraiser-2026-27-lghphp by entering your favorite high school or youth lacrosse player’s name. Player Delivery Timing: Players will deliver salt before Sunday, Nov 15, at an agreed-upon date/time. Delivery is available only within the KM School District. Businesses, workplaces, churches, and larger properties can order in bulk. Contact Kettlemorainelacrosse@gmail.com. Thank you for supporting KM Lacrosse!
HOMECOMING COURT!!! Back Row: Myles Bennett, Parker Heltemes, Ethan Aschenbrenner, Theodore Johnson, Nicolas Yttre Front Row: Grace Drinkwine, Mia Gray, Sophia Yaeger, Jacee Willgrubs, Molly Obermyer, Cora Halvorsen
Not Pictured: Nicholas Sievert
Not Pictured: Nicholas Sievert
PERFORM STUDENTS BRING LEGENDS & LORE TO LIFE!!! Kettle Moraine School for Arts & Performance is proud to announce the return of our partnership with Old World Wisconsin's annual Halloween event, Legends & Lore, featuring live performances written, produced, and performed by students in the Local History Seminar from KM Perform and KMHS. Step into the dark of the historic Crossroads Village to experience supernatural tales, games, and eerie autumn fun, highlighting KM’s original stagings of “The Tale of Baba Yaga” and “The Nachtkrapp.” The spook-tacular, family-friendly event takes place on October 9–10, 16–17, and 23–24, from 5:00 PM to 9:30 PM each evening. For more information and to purchase tickets go to Old W orld Wisconsin Legends & Lore. Advance tickets sell out quickly and are required for entry, so reserve yours today! https://oldworldwisconsin.wisconsinhistory.org/upcoming-events/halloween-legends-lore/
LEARN MORE ABOUT KM COMMUNITY CENTER (KMCC) PRE-ELEMENTARY PROGRAMS!!! Tot & Me is designed specifically for little ones and their favorite grown-ups to bond through the magic of early literacy with: Unstructured Play - Explore age-appropriate toys and look at our great selection of library books with your child before and after the session. (Doors open at 10:30). Structured Activity - Experience a song, story, and craft or movement game. (10:45 AM – 11:15 AM). You can stay and explore until 1pm. Register at kmsd.edu/kmcc and click the program registration button. This will take you to our revtrack system. Click youth, then pre-elementary in the left menu.
Starts October 6th
New activities weekly: T & TH
FREE
Additional Info: Best for: Ages 2–3 years, but younger siblings are welcome to listen and play! Come ready to sit on the floor, sing out loud, and maybe get a little messy!
Starts October 6th
New activities weekly: T & TH
FREE
Additional Info: Best for: Ages 2–3 years, but younger siblings are welcome to listen and play! Come ready to sit on the floor, sing out loud, and maybe get a little messy!
