HS^2 Sophomore Emma M., has been named a 2024 Recognized Carson Scholar!
The Carson Scholars Fund awards $1,000 college scholarships to students in grades 4-11 who excel academically and are dedicated to serving their communities. Emma was chosen as a Recognized Carson Scholar because her academic achievements and humanitarian efforts makes her stand out as a leader.
Congratulations Emma!
The ACT test will be administered to all junior students on the KMHS campus (and across the state) on March 12th.
All junior students, MUST be present on campus for testing. Please be aware, all freshmen, sophomores, and seniors will NOT be attending school on campus on March 12, 2024. Instead, this will be an asynchronous virtual day of learning for those students (grades 9, 10, and 12).
Please carefully review the email sent to all parents/guardians that detailed specific expectations for this day.
The Engineering class tested their cardboard shelters on the chilly day we had last Wednesday! The shelters were made using a variety of different materials (cardboard, fabric, bubble wrap, aluminum foil, etc.) all with the goal of providing insulation to the shelters. The goal was to create the most, if any, insulation for the cardboard shelters. Taking the shelters outside, they recorded data with two temperature sensors, one on the inside of the shelter, and one on the outside. One person from each team was placed in the shelter for 40-60 minutes to signify a heat source, so they could tell if the shelter kept the heat in. In the end, all shelters were insulated, but to different degrees.
HS^2 FEATURED IN FORBES!!!! The article discusses labor shortages in health care and the critical role high schools and training firms play in preparing students for careers in this sector. Read the full story: https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesbusinesscouncil/2024/03/05/how-high-school-students-are-preparing-for-careers-in-healthcare/
https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesbusinesscouncil/2024/03/05/how-high-school-students-are-preparing-for-careers-in-healthcare/?sh=4edf1c421995
2024 WSME SOLO & ENSEMBLE FESTIVAL THIS SATURDAY!! This is a huge event for middle school and high school musicians throughout the area. KM is hosting the event this year on Saturday, March 2nd at the High School. We need parents of middle school and high school music students to volunteer and donate items to make it a success. You can sign up at this link. Contact KM Music Parents for info.
JOIN US FOR A LIVE PERFORMANCE OF CLUE!!!! On Stage (High School Edition) | March 8 & 9 @ 7pm, March 10 @ 2pm | KMHS Auditorium. Based on the iconic 1985 Paramount movie which was inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, Clue is a hilarious farce-meets-murder mystery. The plot references some mature themes, similar to a PG film. Buy tickets now: http://www.our.show/kmclue! Reserved seat tickets $15 Adults/$12 Students/Seniors.
KM SHOWCASE DRAWS LARGE CROWD!! We were thrilled when more than 100 families took time to attend the KM Showcase this year. We will continue to learn from the experience and expand this annual event! Thank you to the presenters for providing over 50 exhibits from all of our KM schools, clubs, teams, and activities. The demonstrations from computer science, Makerspace, robotics, and digital design were really engaging, and the art gallery of student work was impressive. We also want to thank our community partners: Avid Jewelry, Chick-fil-A, Culver's, Dockhounds, Mama Ds, MDs, and Pizza Guy for the generous contributions to our gift bags and prize drawing. Winners were drawn and notified yesterday and we have some very happy recipients!
IT'S HARD TO BELIEVE THE KM SHOWCASE IS ONLY A WEEK AWAY!!!! PLEASE JOIN US NEXT WEDNESDAY NIGHT (2/21) FROM 5:30-7PM @KMHS!!! We have had so many exciting developments as the event gets closer. Many local businesses have provided raffle items and we have gift bags for students who attend. There will also be some great demonstrations in mountain biking, robotics, tech ed, design, MakerSpace, and many other areas. Talk with administrators, staff, and students from all of our KM Schools. Get a personalized tour and learn more about K-12 programs, curriculum, and offerings! We will have more than 30 athletic teams, clubs & activities presenting RSVP NOW to our Google form, or feel free to show up the night of the event! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeB7sTMSjs9TbS3TMgJTZ9tmYMCYrX_RuUAwWCZ84oAPspp5Q/viewform
KM EXPLORE DELIVERS VALENTINES TO KMHS STUDENTS!!!! Explore students made over 1200 Valentines and delivered them to every student, and a lot of staff members, at the high school today. It was really cute watching them get caught up in the act of giving as they shared their creations. The KMHS students appreciated the kind gesture and enjoyed the candy treats. Stay tuned for a Capturing KM video on this wonderful act of kindness!
PROM DRESS FUNDRAISER FOR BEST BUDDIES!!!! Purchase (or donate) a slightly used dress on March 9th from 10am - 1pm at Kettle Moraine High School. To donate, please drop off your prom dresses by March 6th at the KMHS front office. To attend the sale, enter at the athletic entrance and you will be directed to the gym where the shop will be set up. Cash and credit are accepted. Contact Christina Plasil plasilc@kmsd.edu for additional questions.
ANNUAL LOVE BEING A LASER SALE AT LASER LOCKER FEB 15-29!!! Get some great KM Gear during this fantastic sale! SPEND $25-$49 - SAVE $5, SPEND $50-$74 - SAVE $10, SPEND $75 - $125 SAVE $15, SPEND OVER $125 - SAVE $20. SALE DAYS: Thursday, February 15: Noon – 4:00pm, Friday, February 16: Noon – 4:00pm, Wednesday, February 21: 4:00pm – 7:30pm, Thursday, February 22: Noon – 4:00pm. Stop in during the KM Showcase with extended hours until 7:30 pm!!
WISCONSIN SCHOOL BUS DRIVER APPRECIATION WEEK!!!! Take a moment to thank your driver! According to the Wisconsin School Bus Association, “In Wisconsin, there are more than 12,000 school bus drivers that safely transport more than 400,000 students to and from school, traveling nearly 144 million miles a year." KMSD appreciates our partners at Dousman Transport Company!
FEBRUARY 15TH IS NATIONAL SRO DAY!!!! Our student resource officers, Officer Sonenberg and Officer Catania, are a huge part of our KM Family. They are also an instrumental force in maintaining school safety, culture and structure. Both have been involved in important initiatives to protect students from online predators, bullying, and harmful substances. We are so grateful for their presence in our schools! Please give them a pat on the back Thursday!!
THREE KM STUDENTS ACHIEVE NATIONAL MERIT FINALIST HONORS!!!! The following high school students have been recognized as Finalists in the National Merit Scholarship Competition: Penelope Whiteside - HS^2, Audra Chesny - HS^2, and Brayden Sikorski - KMHS. More than 1.5 million juniors nationwide entered the 2024 National Merit Scholarship Program by taking the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/MNSQT) in the fall of their junior year. The 16,000 semifinalists represented less than one percent of U.S. high school seniors and included the highest scoring entrants in each state. To become a finalist and to be considered for a National Merit scholarship, each student was required to present an outstanding academic record throughout high school, be endorsed by their high school, and earn college entrance test scores that confirmed the student’s earlier performance on the qualifying SAT. Winners of Merit Scholarship awards are chosen from the Finalist group based on their abilities, skills, and accomplishments. Scholarships will be awarded to approximately 7,000 finalists beginning in March, 2024. Congratulations to these outstanding students!!
Congrats to HS^2 senior Penelope W. for being named a 2024 National Merit Finalist!
Congrats to HS^2 senior Audra C. for being named a 2024 National Merit Finalist!
HOST A FOREIGN EXCHANGE STUDENT!!! We currently have one student who is looking to stay with an area family as part of this wonderful cultural exchange. Paola, 17, from France, is coming to KMHS in the fall and needs a host family. She loves skiing, and tennis and is good with pets. She will pay all expenses, and has medical insurance. Paola wants to know our culture and will participate in school and family activities. She speaks English and wants to practice by living among Americans. Contact Carrie at 414-899-3890 or schulzcarr@aol.com today for more information.
Join us for Parent Coffee on February 7!
Join us for Confirmed Student Information Night! All students that have confirmed their HS^2 enrollment for the 2024-25 school year are requested to join us, along with their guardians, at 6:00 pm at KMHS Room 443.
Come and meet some of the HS^2 staff, start registering for courses, and have all of your questions answered.
Join us for Confirmed Student Information Night! All students that have confirmed their HS^2 enrollment for the 2024-25 school year are requested to join us, along with their guardians, at 6:00 pm at KMHS Room 443.
Come and meet some of the HS^2 staff, start registering for courses, and have all of your questions answered.
