2026 GLOBAL SCHOLAR RECIPIENTS!!! Congratulations to our 2026 Global Scholar Recipients. These students have earned the Wisconsin Global Competence certificate through the Wisconsin Department of Public Instructions Global Scholar Program. This certificate recognizes students who have showcased leadership skills to be workplace, world and life ready in our global community. It includes the completion of advanced coursework including four years of World Language, along with documented global experiences and the completion of a student-led service project. All of these students have made a significant impact on their local or global community. Photo: (left to right): Ava Theodorakis, Kirby Roberts, Anastassia Morrow, Lola Schwartz, Ella Donegan, Ryker Pignotti, Courtney Kojis, Nicole Anderson
about 8 hours ago, KMSD
KMMS STUDENTS BECOME PUBLISHED!!! Pictured here is 6th-grade artist Ava M., whose published artwork, Metamorphosis, beautifully captures the journey of growth and change. Making tough decisions is a major part of growth and the transformation toward independence for middle school students, and Ava recently faced a classic dilemma when conflicting schedules arose. She had to choose between attending the regional awards ceremony or an end-of-the-year field trip with her sixth-grade peers. Ultimately, she chose her friends over the public recognition, highlighting a poignant phase of the importance of friendships in middle school. This special volume, showcasing Ava’s work alongside fellow talented Kettle Moraine published contributors: Jasper P., Jo L., Autumn P., Brooks B., Halle W., Makenzie D., Maya H., Norah F., and Sawyer T. The book will be permanently housed in the KMMS Library as an inspiring creative legacy. Photo Credit: Maureen Hoffman
about 8 hours ago, KMSD
GRAFFITI PARTY!!! Cushing's “Graffiti Party” sent all Cushing Stars into summer with paint-covered hands, a colorful playground, and a little excitement as they head into break. From rainbows and stars to flamingos and plenty of ‘6-7s,’ the pavement was filled with creative masterpieces. It was the perfect way to celebrate another incredible year at Cushing!
about 8 hours ago, KMSD
AED DONATIONS!!! KM is incredibly grateful to the Wisconsin Masonic Foundation for their donation of 17 Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs). This gift will help strengthen student, staff, and community safety by providing life saving equipment in our schools. The foundation is committed to charitable efforts that support health, safety, education, and community service across Wisconsin. "We believe strongly in supporting initiatives that protect and enhance the well-being of our communities,” said Peter Tourville, President of the Wisconsin Masonic Foundation. “We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with the Kettle Moraine School District in providing these AEDs, which can make a critical difference in emergency situations. The safety of students, educators, families, and visitors is something we all share responsibility for, and we are proud to contribute to that mission.” The Foundation also recognized the important role of ZOLL as the AED supplier partner in helping make the initiative possible and for the efforts of district leadership. “We are pleased to work alongside ZOLL, whose commitment to innovation and lifesaving technology aligns closely with our mission of community care and public safety. Strong partnerships like this help expand access to critical emergency response resources throughout Wisconsin. We also deeply value the work being done by the Kettle Moraine School District and appreciate the dedication of everyone involved in creating a safe and supportive environment for students to learn and thrive."
1 day ago, KMSD
GRADUATES RETURN TO THEIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS!!! Each year, Kettle Moraine graduates return to their elementary schools to reconnect with former teachers and encourage younger students. The visits give graduates a chance to reflect on how far they have come while elementary students enjoy meeting and learning from older students they admire. These traditions highlight the strong connections across the district and the spirit of One KM.
1 day ago, KMSD
WALES CAMPUS END OF YEAR ASSEMBLY!!! Today, Wales Elementary celebrated the close of another wonderful school year with a fun-filled assembly honoring special traditions and cherished staff members. Retiring staff members Wanda Richardson, Becky Reith, Jenny Braun, and Carrie Foss were recognized and celebrated for their dedication and service. The assembly also included the “Keys to Success” tradition as kindergartners passed letters of wisdom to their 5th grade buddies, while the 5th graders created special keychains for the kindergartners to remember them by. To top off the excitement, Mrs. Balzer took one for the team and got “pied” in front of the school, proving once again that she is a great sport!
1 day ago, KMSD
KASTNER HAS AWARD WINNING SENIOR YEAR!!! Huge congratulations to Will Kastner from Kettle Moraine School for Arts and Performance. In his four years at KM Perform, Will has been honored with six Outstanding Lead Performer awards and this year he has been chosen to represent Overture Center at the prestigious Jimmy Awards in NYC.
1 day ago, KMSD
BOYS GOLF REGIONAL CHAMPS!!! The boys recently won the WIAA Regional Championship and will be heading to the Sectional meet next week 6/3 at Nagawaukee Golf Course. Congratulations!
2 days ago, KMSD
CALLING ALL STEM ENTHUSIASTS - JOIN A ROBOTICS TEAM!!! The Laser Bots / Laser Ducks FTC Robotics Teams are recruiting students who are serious about joining the ranks. This isn’t just a club - it's a commitment to engineering, innovation, problem-solving, and teamwork. We’re looking for focused, curious, and hands-on kids who want to dive into: Engineering & Design - CAD (Computer-Aided Design), Programming, Building & Part Fabrication (3D printing, Laser cutting, CNC Routering), and Robotic Competitions. WHO WE WANT: If you’re the kind of person who likes to watch YouTube videos on mechanical design, or you enjoy taking things apart and building things - you’re exactly who we’re looking for! We are also looking for business students that can run our fundraising, outreach, and accounting. WHAT TO EXPECT: Game Season - September through April: 2-3 weekly meetings & 3-4 weekend competitions. Off Season - May through August: 2-3 monthly meetings to continue learning. FIND OUT MORE: Students in grades 6-12. Come work with us this summer and find out if robotics is for you. E-mail: ftclaserbots@gmail.com for dates we are getting together.
3 days ago, KMSD
MAGEE LEGACY PARTY TOMORROW!!! We hope you can join us to celebrate the legacy of Magee Elementary at a special end-of-year All School & Alumni Legacy Party on the Magee campus. The event will honor the community, and anyone who has been touched by this vibrant learning environment! The event will be May 28th from 6-9pm. and will include live music, rock wall, inflatables, activities, food trucks, fireworks, and more! Note, there will be no parking at Magee, but there will be a shuttle bus from St. Paul Parish.
3 days ago, KMSD
REGISTER FOR SUMMER ACADEMY NOW!!! Course registration opens at 8am on Monday March 16th. Students will be able to choose four courses per day (with the exception of Moving on to Kindergarten). To accommodate more families and staffing demands we will again run two separate sessions lasting six weeks total. Session one will run June 15-July 24 (no classes 7/3). Students can attend the full six weeks or one session only if preferred. Session two classes will be a repeat of content and activities from session one, unless noted in the course description. We encourage new students interested in "trying" KM and meeting friends to sign up for Summer Academy. Check out courses and REGISTER NOW at kmsd.edu/SA!
3 days ago, KMSD
GRADUATION FIREWORKS! On May 30th, we will celebrate the Class of 2026 by holding a graduation ceremony for students and their families at Vock Field. This will be followed by a fireworks display at approximately 8:30 pm. where we can honor our graduates’ accomplishments and celebrate as a community. We hope you enjoy the show and we apologize for any disturbance the noise may cause.
3 days ago, KMSD
CLASS OF 2026 GRADUATION MAY 30TH! Our KMHS Campus (Kettle Moraine High School, the High School of Health Sciences, KM Global, KM Perform, and KM Connect) will be celebrating the achievements of the Class of 2026 with a commencement ceremony on May 30th at 7:30pm on Vock Field at Culver's Stadium. Please make plans to join us as we celebrate these amazing young people, or watch the livestream at kmsd.edu/grad-livestream. There will be a fireworks display at 8:30 pm. We hope you enjoy the show and we apologize for any disturbance the noise may cause.
3 days ago, KMSD
TOT AND ME EARLY LITERACY PROGRAM AT NEW KM COMMUNITY CENTER!!! 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 8:30). Structured Activity - Experience a song, story, and craft or movement game. (9 - 9:30 am). 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!
3 days ago, KMSD
LITTLE EXPLORERS PRE-ELEMENTARY AT NEW KM COMMUNITY CENTER!!! Does your child miss the 9/1 cutoff for public school 4K, but is showing readiness? Our Kettle Moraine Community Education preschool program at Magee is thoughtfully designed for children in that age range who turn 3.5 by the starting date for any of our September through May sessions. Each session runs for 6 weeks and you may sign up for more than one, as registration becomes available. In our nurturing and playful indoor and outdoor environments, this program mirrors our current Forest 4K class (non-academic portions) with a focus on hands-on experiences. Children will enjoy story time, explore fine and gross motor activities, and spend time in nature through unstructured, imaginative play in our beautiful outdoor classroom. Register NOW at kmsd.edu/kmcc!! Five 6 Week Sessions with Drop-Off Classes. Session One: Oct. 6 - Nov. 12 Session Two: Nov. 17 - Jan 14 (no class weeks of 11/23; 12/21; 12/28) Session Three: Jan 19 - Feb 25 Session Four: March 2 - April 22 (no class week of 3/22, 3/29) Session Five: April 27 - May 20 (4 week session $60) All Sessions: T W TH 8:30-10:30 Lead by: Rachel Weiss, Program Director & Marisa Evans, Paraeducator Forest 4K Max Number of Participants: 18 Cost: $90 total for 6 weeks Except Session Five Additional Info:Must be 3.5 yrs. by the start date of the session chosen and be potty trained. Please provide a nut free snack, filled water bottle, change of clothing, and dress for the weather.
3 days ago, KMSD
LASER LOCKER CLOSING FOR SUMMER!!! Laser Locker closes on Thursday, May 28th and will reopen in August. Stop by now for that perfect gift for Graduation and Father's Day, or to gear up for Summer Sports.
Wednesday, May 27: Noon - 4:00pm
Thursday, May 28:Noon -4:00pm
3 days ago, KMSD
SIGN UP NOW!!! SUPPORT ACADEMICS AT KM! Register now at https://kmsd.edu/golf. KM's 1st Annual Community Golf Outing will take place June 8th at Western Lakes Golf Club! Hosted by the Kettle Moraine School District and the Kettle Moraine Education Foundation, along with presenting sponsor KJN Builders, this exciting event brings our community together for: • 18 holes of golf (foursome scramble – all skill levels welcome!) • Great food & refreshments • Prize events and contest holes • Raffle baskets, silent auction & 50/50 raffle • Connection with friends, neighbors, and supporters Your full-day registration includes golf, cart, range balls, lunch, dinner, and prizes! Best of all—every dollar raised supports Kettle Moraine students! Proceeds help fund: • AP study & review materials • AP curriculum enhancements • AP exam fees • Kettle Moraine Education Foundation Scholarship Fund Interested in donating, volunteering, or creating a custom sponsorship? Contact Jackie Behling at behlingj@kmsd.edu or (262) 968-6300 ext. 5305. Thank you for supporting opportunities that make a difference for Kettle Moraine students—we can’t wait to see you on the course!
3 days ago, KMSD
THANKS FROM KMMPA!!! KM Music Parents Association would like to express our sincere appreciation to all those who attended music events this year and donated generously to support our outstanding KM music programs. We raised over $5500 and awarded neary $4000 in grants to music teachers. Those grants included new music for KMMS Jazz, supporting KMHS Band travel to Washington, DC for Honor Flight and transportation to music festivals where our students performed – just to name a few. If you'd like to support KMMPA, you can donate at this link. Congratulations to all students on the amazing year of music at KM and especially to our graduating seniors! And remember to save the date for our 2026 Homecoming Chili/Mac N Cheese Dinner fundraiser on Friday September 25th.
CONGRATULATIONS!!! Nick Garvey, winner of Philhower Leadership Award, posed with Jim Philhower and Coach Ryan Cynkar. The award includes a $2,000 college scholarship. Thanks to Roger Olson for the photos!
