Kettle Moraine School District

KM HIRES NEW BOYS AND GIRLS TENNIS COACH!!! We are very excited to welcome Ken Crocker to our coaching staff. As an avid tennis fan and player, Ken cannot wait to lead KM's tennis teams to success on and off the court. Ken spends a great deal of time developing his skills, whether playing himself or working with his three children, all of whom attend KM. In his professional life, he coaches and mentors software teams on collaboration, communication, and concentration. He is excited to apply all that he has learned in this role to his coaching, and is Laser-focused on getting the best out of both teams. The girls season will be starting in August and he will be leading the boys team starting in March.

DOUSMAN STUDENT MAKES BIRTHDAYS ABOUT GIVING!!! Since turning 7, Connor has taken a different approach to birthdays. It was that first-grade year, when schools were closed, that he asked his mother “since I can’t bring treats to my friends at school, can we bring them to your friends at work?" His mother worked at a hospital and the kind gesture was so appreciated during COVID, that Conner has made giving his “tradition,” bringing birthday treats to first responders. This year Connor visited the Summit Police Department. The deputy called Connor's family to convey how touched they were by his kindness after a tough call the previous evening. Sometimes, giving really is better than receiving! To learn more, view the post by the Village of Summit Police Department: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=458401613391644&set=a.179395154625626

KMMS STUDENTS EXPERIENCE HANDS ON LEARNING OF CARDIOVASCULAR PROCESSES!!! Mrs. Wroblewski's and Mrs. Kobus' seventh grade Discover and Navigate science students got the unique experience of dissecting pig hearts with the guidance of an industry expert. Kiely Page sells cardiovascular devices for Boston Scientific and instructs physicians on how to use stents and other devices. Kiely taught students the anatomy of the heart, blood flow, main arteries, and the nuances of cardiology. Students were excited to learn how to dissect, touch all four chambers, identify the aorta and vena cava, and gain insights into various medical careers. We are so thankful for Ms. Kiely Page's expertise and for her mom, Mrs. Kelly Page, for connecting us with her. This was great practice for students as they learn body systems through labs, interactive demos, models, readings, and now dissection!

STATE SOLO AND ENSEMBLE AWARDS!!! Several KM soloists and ensembles earned Exemplary Awards at the State Festival held at UW Whitewater. The Exemplary Performance Recognition Project expands recognition of outstanding performers at the WSMA State Solo & Ensemble Festival. State festival adjudicators select the most exceptional performances at each of the festival campuses through a two-step process. First students are nominated throughout the day, second the finalists are determined at the end of the day. Students that were recognized and awarded the Exemplary Award included: Maddie B, Violin Solo, Danielle L., Vocal Solo-Soprano, Flute Choir: Alyssa D., Violet K., Rayna K., Ava M., Dani L., and Carli H. Solo Marimba: Leo E Solo Alto Saxophone: Ryan K Additional Nominees: Ireland A, vocal solo nomination for Musical Theatre, Mirannda K., Violin solo, and Emma Manion, horn solo.

CELEBRATING OUR PRINCIPALS!!! We are fortunate to have some of the most amazing school principals in our district. Our building leaders are educators, managers, security, motivators, customer service representatives, and above all a great team of collaborators. Thank you for all that you do!

The KMHS Campus will be represented by EIGHT students for Summer Enrichment opportunities! Congratulations!!! Badger Boy State Tanner Sindorf Badger Girl State Natalie Ketter, Sophia Hoffman, Hunter Phillips, and Alyssa Schmitt Wisconsin Leadership Seminar Avery Sallmann World Affairs Seminar Hunter Phillips and Emma Volk

KMHS STUDENT PURSUING CAREER INTERESTS IN PARTNERSHIP WITH LOCAL BUSINESS!!! Jacob Marcheske served as a student panelist at the GPS Education Partners South Regional Appreciation breakfast. He participated in a program that connects local businesses with schools in work-based learning opportunities. Jacob's formal graduation from GPS will take place May 30th, and he has already secured a position with, Wenthe-Davidson Engineering Co. as a maintenance technician! Jacob will also be attending WCTC in the fall to attain additional education and credentialing.

THIS JUST IN... Alyssa Foote and Madeline Ewald are moving on to the ICDC Grand Awards Session this evening!!! They will present in the "Sales Project Event" with their project/presentation "KM DECA's Market Day!" We are SO PROUD of all of our KM DECA ICDC competitors! Good luck tonight Alyssa and Madeline!

GLOBAL ARTISAN CRAFT FAIR MAY 18th!!! KM Global will be hosting an artisan craft fair at Kettle Moraine High School on Saturday, May 18th! This capstone project is a cornerstone of Global's learning. Students get the opportunity to build a community event to benefit a local organization. 100% of the proceeds from this event (from vendor fees, donations, food truck partnerships, etc.) will be donated to our friends at the Hunger Task Force. The market will start at 9:00am and end at 12:00pm in the KM high school parking lot. Join us to shop all of these wonderful products! Sign up to be a vendor or make a donation: https://www.classmunity.com/kmsd/view-fundraiser.php?fundraiser_id=2400

HELP SUPPORT KM'S INVESTMENT IN THE ARTS!!! We are currently renovating our 30 year old auditorium to address concerns over safety, comfort, and production quality. The upgrades will take place over the summer and, like our other facilities projects, there will be opportunities for sponsors to help us meet our goals and provide quality venues for our students. We are offering a wide variety of sponsorship opportunities, including a buy-a-seat campaign and founder's circle, as well as tiered sponsorships and naming rights similar to our athletics facilities. Please visit kmsd.edu/fa to learn more about these opportunities, or reach out to ericksok@kmsd.edu. These advertising/sponsorship opportunities are tax deductible and we appreciate the support of our KM Community as we commit to meeting the needs of our students for many decades to come!

KMMS BAND CONCERTS!!! Our middle school band students held two very successful concerts last week. The growth of our musicians over the course of this year has been incredible to hear and the crowds were fantastic!

THANK YOU KMNATION!!! The Shredding Fundraiser was a HUGE SUCCESS! The UPS Store in Delafield, Albrecht's Sentry, Chick-fil-A Delafield, the Delafield Chamber of Commerce, Waukesha State Bank, and Sports Clips - Delafield, hosted a fundraising event to support the KMHS Booster Club on Saturday, April 27 from 10 AM to uh… only 11:30 AM instead of 1 PM at Nagawaukee Shopping Center Parking Lot because it was SO successful!!! The Iron Mountain Shred Truck was full of SIX THOUSAND POUNDS of shredded paper! Did you miss the event and still want confidential docs shredded? Visit theupsstore.com/shredding for full details! When you visit the other sponsor locations, please thank them for being great community partners too!

KM DECA National Competitors Headed to California! Good Luck to all 13 of our KM DECA National Competitors as they head off to Anaheim California today to compete at this year's DECA International Career Development Conference. Lana Lampsa and Amelia Derrig - International Business Plan Kendra Schwoerer - Leadership Academy Georgia Boland and Amelia Lephardt - Sports and Entertainment Marketing Anneke Barnett & Ella Lephardt - Entrepreneurship Team Event Cameron LaRoque and Sullivan Vogds - Hospitality Services Team Madeline Ewald and Alyssa Foote - Sales Project Event Savannah Kildow - Integrated Marketing Campaign Reese Albert - Independent Business Plan

Forensics Qualified for STATE! This past Saturday, HS^2 students Amelia P., Reagan K., and Kirby R. competed at the state Speech Festival put on by the Wisconsin Interscholastic Speech and Dramatic Arts Association. Reagan earned a silver medal in the solo acting humorous category, and Kirby and Amelia earned gold medals in oratory and poetry, respectively.

HONK STARTS TONIGHT AND RUNS THROUGH THE WEEKEND – GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!!!! Honk is a Musical Tale of "The Ugly Duckling" that has delighted audiences of all ages with its sparkling wit and memorable score. I'm sure you know the story of the ugly duckling and his adorable journey of self discovery and this cast of characters will warm your heart. Ticket Information: Adults: $15, Seniors (65+): $12, Students (through grade 12): $12 Purchase Tickets Online: https://www.showtix4u.com/event-details/82531. All seats are reserved. Tickets can also be purchased in the auditorium lobby one hour prior to performance start time. Please note: In-person ticket sales will be cash or check only. Patrons wishing to purchase via credit card will be directed to the online purchasing site. Performance Dates: April 25-27th 7:00PM. April 28 2:00 PM

LASER LOCKER SPRING BLOWOUT SALE!!! Stop in now for great deals on KM logo merchandise. This is the best time to stock up for all of the upcoming spring holidays and events (Mother's Day, Father's Day, Graduation, spring sports, etc.). Open Thursday, April 25th: 2:00pm - 4:00pm Check the KM website for additional upcoming hours! kmsd.edu/laserlocker

GET YOUR YOUNG LEARNER READY FOR THE COMING SCHOOL YEAR!! Summer Academy's Movin’ On To Kindergarten program is designed for children who are entering Kindergarten in the fall and will provide your child with an introduction to a structured school setting while stimulating and enhancing knowledge and the developmental process. Through small group and team teaching, your child will have daily opportunities to increase social skills, emotional growth, academic readiness, fine/gross motor coordination, early language skills, and independent work habits. Sign up now at kmsd.edu/sa!!

KMSD SUMMER SPANISH OPPORTUNITIES!! Community Ed will be offering a summer Spanish camp for students and a virtual class for the month of June for all ages. Sign up now and gain valuable language skills that will open new doors! https://kmsd.revtrak.net/rwcommunityeducation

KM STUDENTS NAMED NATIONAL HISTORY DAY (NHD) STATE CHAMPIONS!!! The state competition was held at the University of Wisconsin, Madison, marking the 50th anniversary of NHD. Several KM students qualified to present their thesis statements, evidence, and analysis at the national level in June, where they will compete against students from across the United States and international schools worldwide. Emma M. and Krin B., both from HS2, created a documentary titled "The Repeal of the Fairness Doctrine: An Irreversible Turning Point in American Media." This is their third time becoming state champions and qualifying for the national competition, but it will be their first time attending the event in person in Washington, D.C., and the University of Maryland. They missed the previous in-person events due to the pandemic. Joining Emma and Krin will be another team of young historians: Avery G. and Faye M. from Kettle Moraine Middle School. They will present their documentary, "The Rocking Turning Point to the Fall of the Berlin Wall." At the state competition, judges asked the girls about a key primary source for their conclusion. They explained the importance of accessing Stasi secret police files and interviewing German author Dietmar Schultke, an eyewitness to the fall of the Berlin Wall, via Google Meet. Schultke later visited Wisconsin, met the girls, and spoke at their school about life behind the Iron Curtain. Approximately 500,000 students participate in NHD, with 10,000 from Wisconsin. This is an incredible honor for these girls and our district. Thank you Mr. Kadhusdal for sharing this update!

JOIN US SATURDAY FOR THE BOOSTER CLUB SHREDDING FUNDRAISER!!! The UPS Store in Delafield, along with Wild Birds Unlimited, Albrecht's Sentry, Waukesha State Bank, Sport Clips Delafield and Chick-fil-A, will be hosting a fundraising event in support of the Kettle Moraine High School Booster Club on Saturday, April 27 from 10 AM to 1 PM at Nagawaukee Shopping Center parking lot. Participants may drop off 10 lbs. of shredding at no cost. Each additional pound of shredding may be accepted with a minimum $1.50 per pound suggested donation. We can shred office paper and file folders. We cannot shred cardboard, plastics, hazardous materials, CDs/DVDs, x-rays, common trash, magnetic media, computers & accessories. Please join us for this fun-filled local event!