9.16.22

September

Fri, 23 - Bash on the Grass @ KMHS, 3:30-7:00

Tues, 27 - Open House, 4:30-6:00

Fri, 30 - NO SCHOOL

October

Mon, 3 - Homecoming Spirit Week: Mismatched Sock Day

Tues, 4 - Cushing Decathlon at St. John’s

Wed, 5 - Cushing Decathlon - Rain Date

Wed, 5 - Homecoming Spirit Week: Comfy Cozy Day

Thurs, 6 - Homecoming Spirit Week: Class Colors Day

Fri, 7 - Homecoming Spirit Week: KM/Cushing Spirit Day

Tues, 11 - Picture Retakes, morning

Thurs, 27 - Book Fair Begins

Mon, 31 - Halloween Spirit Day

We will be hosting an Open House on Tuesday, September 27th from 4:30 - 6:00 pm.  During this time, families will be able to connect with teachers. Learners will also have the opportunity to share & show what they’ve been working on so far.  Families are  encouraged to stop by the Specials areas (Art, Gym, Music), learn about technology at a brief info session starting at 4:45, meet our school counselor and school psychologist, and check out all the ways to get involved with our PTO. 

Blessings in a Backpack

The Waukesha County chapter of Blessings in a Backpack is a non-profit organization that was established to help feed hungry children in our own community. Together, with help from dedicated volunteers, they work to end childhood hunger and provide all children with a sense of hope and the knowledge that they are loved and cared for.  

Blessings in a Backpack (BIAB) partners with local schools, like Cushing Elementary, to ensure that children who are facing hunger have the food they need on the weekends. They are determined to feed the children of Waukesha County, WI.

As we start this school year, every learner will receive a package of food on Friday provided by BIAB. 

We are asking Cushing families to let us know if you do not need this food or would prefer it goes to another family, and OPT OUT of this program.

If you choose to OPT OUT, please email Mrs. Mirek ([email protected]) or turn in the Opt Out Letter you received with your child’s first package of food.

If you wish for your learner(s) to participate in the program, you do not need to do anything.

Kettle Moraine Middle School: Family Advisory Council

Kettle Moraine Middle School is continuing with a Family Advisory Council. The purpose of this group is to provide input and feedback on a variety of issues around learning and life at KMMS. We are entering "Year 2" of the Family Advisory Council and have 12 returning members from our first year. Our goal is to add a few more representatives from our current 6th grade families as well as a few 4th and 5th grade families. The group will have people representing multiple grade levels, environments, and perspectives. 

If you are interested in joining the KMMS Family Advisory Council, please complete this short form: KMMS FAC Form. Thank you for considering!

Homecoming Week: October 3-7

We’ve got spirit...yes, we do! We’ve got spirit...how ‘bout you? October 7th is KM’s Homecoming. Cushing will be getting into the Homecoming spirit ALL WEEK!

Monday, October 3 = Mismatched Sock Day

The less coordinated your socks are - the better.

Tuesday, October 4 = Decathlon Day 

Wear your Decathlon t-shirt.

Wednesday, October 5 = Comfy Cozy Day

Wear your comfiest, coziest clothes.

Thursday, October 6 = Class Colors Day

Dress in your grade’s color and let’s see what grade has the most spirit!

4K = Red

5K = Orange

1st = Yellow

2nd = Green

3rd = Blue

4th = Purple

5th = Black

Friday, October 7 = KM/Cushing Spirit Day

Show your Kettle Moraine/Cushing Pride by wearing your KM/Cushing gear! Play a sport for KM? Wear YOUR team jersey! Don’t have any spirit wear? That’s ok! You can wear Navy and Gold instead!

Picture Retake Day - Tuesday, October 11

If your learner did not have their picture taken during Great Start Conferences, or they need a re-do, picture retakes will be held in the morning on Tuesday, October 11.

Faces of Cushing

Meet Mrs. Johnson, our music teacher!

DECA’s Bash on the Grass: Friday, September 23

DECA's Bash on the Grass is Back! In 1 week on Sept. 23rd prior to the home football game, the "BASH" will take place at KMHS on the practice fields directly west of the tennis courts. We will have Rock Climbing, Stunt Jumping, the Bunjee Trampoline Bounce, Adrenaline Rush Obstacle Course are just a few of the many attractions available. A Street Magician will be on the Grounds working the crowd and 3 food truck options (Flourgirl Pizza Truck, Mr. P's Gourmet Grilled Cheese, Mama D's and Inclusion Coffee) will be available for your enjoyment. For only $15.00 you have unlimited access to all attractions as "The BASH" will run from 3:30 until 7:00 pm. Tickets will be available onsite at this year's event. A portion of the ticket sales will benefit the "Make A Wish" Foundation. As always.... Parents Get in for FREE.  See you at this years "BASH ON THE GRASS." Click HERE for more information on this family-friendly event.

Decathlon

Cushing's tenth annual Decathlon will be held on Tuesday, October 4th 2022 (rain date: Oct 5th) at St. John's Military Academy.

The Decathlon challenges students to tackle 10 fun events and raise funds through pledges for their efforts. Some of the events include: bowling, hula hoop, and relay races, to name a few. 4K will have a special course of their own!

The Decathlon will be held during the school day and parents will help volunteer to make the event a success!

ALL students will be receiving a Decathlon T-Shirt!

ALL donations are used to support Cushing Staff, teachers, and classrooms.

Be A Sponsor (or know someone who may be interested?): Sponsorship opportunities are available, starting at $150. Sponsors will be recognized in all Decathlon web communication and on the Decathlon 2022 T-shirt. The last day to be included as a sponsor on the t-shirt is Friday, September 23rd.

Donate Online: Go to www.kmsd.edu/cushingdecathlon and give today.

Return your Pledge Form: Pledge forms were sent home in students’ folders. You can return the pledge form to school in an envelope with a check.

Decathlon Volunteers Needed

Attention all parents, grandparents and caregivers - Our 10th Annual Cushing Elementary Decathlon is a few short weeks away.  We need your help to make this day a success for our CUSHING STARS! Please bring your energy and enthusiasm on October 4, 2022 (rain date: October 5) to St. John's Track and Field and help us make it a great day for all!  Details are in the Signup Genius.  Please feel free to email Jen Szerenyi with any questions:  [email protected]

Kindergarten-5th grade sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084BA5A62EAAFE3-decathlon1

4K Sign Up:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084BA5A62EAAFE3-cushing1

Earn for Cushing

Cushing Family Directory

We are still waiting for more families to submit their contact information for our Cushing Family Directory. If you’ve been putting it off, now is the time to click HERE and do it. :) The directory is used by many families to reach out about play dates, birthday invitations, carpools, etc.  

Fun Fact: The sooner more families enter their information, the sooner it will be available. 

PTO Summary

Meet Your PTO

Upcoming PTO Meeting Dates

If you would like to join a meeting please email [email protected]

October 7, 2022

November 11, 2022

December 2, 2022

January 13, 2023

February 3, 2023

March 3, 2023

April 14, 2023

May 12, 2023

June 2, 2023

Check out the PTO’s website. You can also find us on Facebook.

September PTO Meeting Summary

• New playground equipment is coming to Cushing!  The contribution from PTO will be $10,000/year not to exceed 7 years was approved.  

• 2022-2023 PTO budget reviewed and approved with the addition of the playground equipment.

• Teachers requests for classroom items reviewed and some approved. 

• Reviewed and updated committee head volunteers for the 2022-2023 school year. Many ways to get involved this coming year.  If interested, Email: [email protected] to get on the volunteer list and be notified of volunteer needs throughout the year. 

KM Community Education provides recreational and educational opportunities for families. Please be sure to visit the website often for updates and new programs. For program information and registration forms, visit www.kmsd.edu/communityed.

DECA Bash on the Grass

DECA's Bash on the Grass is Back!  On Sept. 23rd prior to the home football game, the "BASH" will take place on the practice fields directly west of the tennis courts.  We will have Rock Climbing, Stunt Jumping, the Bungee Trampoline Bounce, Adrenaline Rush Obstacle Course are just a few of the many attractions available.  A Street Magician will be on the Grounds working the crowd and 3 food truck options (Flourgirl Pizza Truck, Mr. P's Gourmet Grilled Cheese, Mama D's and Inclusion Coffee) will be available for your enjoyment. For only $15.00 you have unlimited access to all attractions as "The BASH'' will run from 3:30 until 7:00 pm.  Tickets will be available onsite at this year's event.  A portion of the ticket sales will benefit the "Make A Wish'' Foundation.  As always.... Parents Get in for FREE.   See you at this year's "BASH ON THE GRASS."  

Hunter Education Course

Students must be 10 years of age to attend this course. Many states require this certificate for out of state hunting for all children and adults. Students under the age of 16 must have an adult parent attend all sessions with the student.  Class will be held Sept 19-23.  Register online at www.kmsd.edu/communityed

Aerobics

Need that extra push to get started on an exercise program? We’ve perfected our routines so they work for anyone of any age or fitness level. Work at your own pace with easy to follow steps set to a wide variety of the music you love. You’ll get just the right cardiovascular workout followed by floor work that will both tone and stretch all of your muscles.  Class is held Tuesdays and Thursdays at KM Middle School at 6:30.  Sign up today at www.kmsd.edu/communityed

Jr. Laser Baseball Tryouts 

Additional players are needed for summer 2023.  We invite all 1st, 2nd, 4th, and 5th graders to try out on September 21 from 5:30-7:00 p.m. at Wales Community Park. Players already placed on a team should not attend this tryout. This tryout aims to add a second team for each of these grades. To register, please email Tryout Coordinator Andy Walter at [email protected] and include your player’s name and grade level.KMJL teams begin indoor practices once per week in December or January. Beginning in April, teams will have a combination of 2-3 games or practices per week through mid-July. Tryout will take place on September 21 from 5:30-7 at Wales Community park

Afterschool Spanish

Prepare your child for a global world with a 16-week adventure in Spanish! In the fall session, ¡Vamos con la Familia! (Let’s go with Family!), the class visits the fascinating country of Peru. The children will learn to describe and ask questions about their families and talk about likes and dislikes.  Students will learn music and school related vocabulary in Spanish along with real life communicative practices.  Class is held on Thursdays after school.  Sign up today at www.kmsd.edu/communityed