April 15, 2026

Call News

Mr. Sherman Carstensen, currently teaching at Peace Lutheran School in Hartford, WI, has declined the call he received to teach math at KML and will continue serving the Lord at Peace.

The General Board has called Mr. Joseph Schmudlach to teach Word of God and Spanish at KML. Mr. Schmudlach currently serves as an instructor at Evergreen Lutheran High School in Tacoma, WA.

KML's General Board has also issued a call to Mr. Luke Rosenbaum to serve as a math instructor. Mr. Rosenbaum is currently a teacher at Luther High School in Onalaska, WI.

Please keep these faithful servants in your prayers as they seek the Lord's guidance on where best to serve him.

Special Will & Trust Offer for KML Families

Have you wanted to set up your will or estate plan but just don’t know where to start? If you’ve been putting this process off, you’re not alone! But even a simple plan can make a lasting impact.

Attorney Robert Melick, a trusted partner of KML, is extending a special will and trust offer for KML families. He is offering a will for $250 or 25% off the cost of a trust. (Please note: Will-based plans are offered to people either under the age of 30 or who do not own real estate.)

For each will and trust he writes, Attorney Melick will donate $250 back to the KML Legacy Foundation to support tuition assistance. What a tremendous blessing for KML!

If you are interested in working with Attorney Melick on your will or trust, contact him at 262.347.3444 or info@melicklawwi.com. His main office is in Saukville with additional offices throughout Washington County. Learn more about him at melicklawwi.com.

Contact Gift Planning Officer Ann Jahns (262.677.4051 x4004; ann.jahns@kmlhs.org) for an estate planning packet with resources to assist you in getting ready to meet with Attorney Melick. Find additional resources on the KML Legacy Foundation website at foundation.kmlhs.org.

Family Music Fest 2026

Join us at KML on Friday, April 17, from 5:00-9:00 PM for A Night at the Movies at Family Music Fest 2026! Monies raised at this event will go toward the improvement of technology within the KML Music Department.

This event features elementary and high school musical performances, games, live auctions, and Science Fair projects from our Lutheran Elementary School students. Food options include a fish fry, a chicken nugget meal, concession items, and a dessert bar. Join us for a night of music, food, and family fun!

• Adult admission: $5
• Children/student admission: FREE
• Kids chicken nugget meal: $7
• Fish dinner: $17
• Adult admission with the fish dinner: $20

Payment will be accepted at the door upon arrival, but you also have the option to purchase admission and dinner tickets in advance at kmlhs.org/fmf!

Donations of fancy desserts for our live auction would be happily accepted! We would ask that food items be dropped off in the KML Main Office on Friday, April 17, from 12:00-3:00 PM if at all possible. Refrigerators and freezers are available if your dessert needs to be kept cold. We are also in need of desserts like cookies, bars, and pies for the dessert bar.

If you would like to donate or would like to volunteer to help with the event, please contact Mrs. Angela Hohenstein (angela.hohenstein@kmlhs.org). You can also visit kmlhs.org/fmf for donation forms, volunteer signup forms, and more information.

We hope to see you for A Night at the Movies on April 17!

Anchored: Practical Parenting for Today. Biblical Wisdom for Always.

We are raising children in a loud and distracted world—one that is quick to define who they are and what they should believe. And if we are not intentional, culture will disciple them for us.

But what if our homes became the anchor point?

Anchored is an initiative designed to strengthen families—rooted in Scripture, grounded in wisdom, and focused on practical tools you can actually use. Because as parents, we are the primary disciplers of our children, and faith is meant to be built intentionally every day, not just attended on Sundays.

Join us for the Anchored Kickoff Event, an interactive experience where parents will be equipped to lead their homes with clarity, confidence, and conviction.

Together, we’ll explore three foundational anchors:

• Building spiritual habits in the home
• Helping children discover their purpose and calling
• Integrating faith into everyday family life

This is more than just an event—it’s a space to think deeply, connect meaningfully, and walk away with tangible next steps for your family.

Saturday, April 25

KML High School Atrium

1:00-2:30 PM

Featuring guest speaker Pastor Ben Sadler with real-life, practical insight for today’s families.

Childcare available | RSVP by April 18.

Registration Link: https://rb.gy/zlphp0

Anchored Video Link: https://youtu.be/V8ErbCzFlqk

Questions? Contact Stefanie Sward (stefanie.sward@kmlschools.org).

Let’s build something lasting—and anchor our families in Christ.

Blood Drive

KML's chapter of the National Honor Society, together with Versiti Blood Centers, will hold a blood drive in the KML gymnasium on Wednesday, April 29, from 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Sign up to donate at tinyrl.com/KMLApril29.

Spring Play: Almost, Maine

Join us for KML’s production of the play Almost, Maine by John Cariani on Friday & Saturday, May 1 & 2, at 7:00 PM and Sunday, May 3, at 2:00 PM. Tickets will be sold at the door beginning 30 minutes before each performance. All tickets are general admission and $5 each.

Upcoming Concerts at KML

These concerts, as well as the Percussion Concert on Saturday, May 9, at 6:30 PM, will also be livestreamed at kmlhs.org/stream.

Charity Golf Outing & Dinner - June 15 at West Bend Country Club

The KML Charity Golf Outing & Dinner will be held on June 15, 2026, at the West Bend Country Club. This annual event has become a highlight of the year and fills very quickly. Registration will open on Tuesday, April 21, at noon at kmlhs.org/golf26. Sponsorships are available at various levels, and donations for the silent auction are welcome! Contact Ann Jahns for more information (262.677.4051 x4004; ann.jahns@kmlhs.org).

Summer Camps

KML will be hosting various academic, fine arts, and sports camps this summer. Take advantage of our quality camps!

Visit kmlchargers.com > More > HQ > Summer Camps* for more details and to register. Many camps fill quickly! 

*Feel free to save or bookmark kmlchargers.com, but DO NOT save, copy, or bookmark the link to the Summer Camps page as every time the page is updated, it is given a completely new URL, and you will not see updated info if you go to a saved, copied, or bookmarked Summer Camps page.

Upcoming Events

• Family Music Fest & KML Schools Science Fair - Friday, April 17, 5:00-9:00 PM
• No School - Faculty Meetings - Friday, April 24
• KML Schools Kindergarten Fun & Fitness Day - Friday, April 24, 9:15-11:15 AM
• Prom - Friday, April 24, at the Chandelier Ballroom in Hartford
• Future Freshman Night - Tuesday, April 28, 7:00 PM in the PAC Auditorium
• Spring Play - Friday & Saturday, May 1 & 2, 7:00 PM & Sunday, May 2, 2:00 PM
• KML Culver's Day - Wednesday, May 6, 4:00-7:00 PM at Culver's in Jackson
• Jazz & Echoes Concert - Wednesday, May 6, 6:30 PM
• Percussion Concert - Saturday, May 9, 6:30 PM
• Spring Concert - Saturday, May 16, 6:30 PM

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